The confrontation between Russia and Ukraine could take an even tougher turn starting in January 2023. During a meeting with the general staffs of their armies, Vladimir Putin announced on Wednesday the deployment of unprecedented power.
Starting in January, its fleet will carry Zircon hypersonic missiles, a weapon tested by the Russian navy since 2020. This maneuverable missile would reach speeds of Mach 9. Just a year ago, the Russian president announced a first successful test firing of a salvo. from Zircon. Other tests have been carried out since October 2020 in the Russian Arctic, notably from the Admiral Gorchkov frigate and a submerged submarine.
The Russian army will deploy naval bases to support its fleet in Mariupol and Berdiansk, two cities it occupies in southern Ukraine, the Russian defense minister said.
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Russia also promises to equip its troops with the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile. According to the Russian military, it could evade missile defenses. Vladimir Putin also announces that he intends to continue developing his nuclear forces.
The Russian president also promised to give the armed forces all the necessary financial means for the military campaign in Ukraine and said that Moscow would achieve all its goals.
Source: BFM TV
