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Russian S-400 defense systems arrive in Turkey
Why is it in news?
- Turkey’s Defense Ministry says the first shipment of a Russian missile defense system has arrived in Turkey.
More in news
- U.S. sanctions:(1) This development could move the Turkey closer to U.S. sanctions.(2) The United States has warned Turkey it will face economic sanctions if it goes ahead with the purchase of a Russian missile defense system.
- First delivery of the S-400 air defense systems: The ministry said the first delivery of the S-400 air defense systems arrived at an air base near the capital, Ankara.
- Production of F-35 fighter jets: It has also said Turkey won’t be allowed to participate in the program to produce the high-tech F-35 fighter jets.
- National sovereignty: Turkey has refused to bow to U.S. pressure, insisting that choosing which equipment to purchase is a matter of national sovereignty.
S-400 missile
- Long-range air defence missile system:(1) An S-400 ‘Triumf’ long-range air defence missile system is one of the most advanced long-range defence systems in the world.(2) It is referred to as SA-21 Growler by NATO.(3) It is an upgraded version of the S-300 defence system and is manufactured by Almaz-Antey.
- Layered defence: It is capable of firing three types of missiles. Thus, it creates a layered defence been in service in Russia since 2007, and simultaneously engaging 36 targets.
- Airborne targets: It has capability to destroy incoming all airborne targets at ranges of up to 400 km.
Source
The Hindu