Russia’s Khmeimim air base in Syria came under attack from drones on Jan. 6 and the Ahrar al-Alawite rebel group claims that the attack had destroyed the S-400 air defense missile system.
Category: Air Defense
India wants 61 indigenous anti-aircraft gun systems
The Indian government has launched a tender to buy 61 sets of anti-aircraft gun systems for its military. The contract is said to worth $1.5 billion.
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Saab offers fixed face configuration of Sea Giraffe 4A
Saab’s Sea Giraffe 4A AESA S-band radar now comes in a fixed-panel configuration, the Swedish company announced on Dec. 29.
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Russia voices displeasure with Japan’s Aegis Ashore decision
Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Dec. 28 that Japan’s decision to acquire two Aegis Ashore missile defense systems will affect ties between both countries.
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Turkey confirms purchase of two S-400 air defense missile systems
Turkish Defense Minister Nurettin Canikli confirmed on Dec. 27 that two S-400 air defense missile systems comprising of four batteries have been purchased for $2.5 billion.
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