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Russia deploys advanced air defense system in Crimea

Xinhua, August 12, 2016 Adjust font size:

An anti-aircraft missile regiment based in Crimea has received a new S-400 Triumf air defense missile system, the Russian Defense Ministry said Friday.

The regiment will take part in a strategic command-and-staff military drill after preparations are completed, the press service of Russia's Southern Military District said.

The S-400 Triumf, by far Russia's most advanced surface-to-air missile system, is capable of hitting an airborne target at a distance of up to 400 km with medium- and long-range missiles.

Tensions between Russia and Ukraine have been escalating as Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday accused Kiev of plotting terrorist attacks in Crimea and vowed to take additional measures to ensure the safety of the infrastructure and citizens there.

However, Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko denied Russia's accusations, calling them "preposterous and cynical." Endi