Russian armed forces began maneuvers in Siberia on Wednesday, including the use of nuclear-capable intercontinental missiles ‘Yars’, the Russian government announced.
The Defense Ministry said in a statement that the maneuvers are part of “a comprehensive capability review” of the missiles, which exist in mobile versions and in silos, have a range of up to 12,000 kilometers and can deliver up to four nuclear weapons. wear. warheads.
“In total, more than 3,000 soldiers and about 300 pieces of equipment are involved in the maneuvers”the ministry added.
Defense emphasized that “during the manoeuvres, special attention will be paid to the use of ‘drones’ (unmanned aerial vehicles) and their various modifications”.
The Strategic Missile Forces are a branch of the Russian military and the main component of its nuclear forces.
The military offensive launched by Russia in Ukraine on February 24, 2022 has so far led to the flight of more than 14.6 million people – 6.5 million internally displaced persons and more than 8.1 million to European countries -, according to the latest data from the UN. which classifies this refugee crisis as the worst in Europe since World War II (1939-1945).
Source: DN
