S-400
Coverage of S-400 in the Nexus archive.
- Why Russia’s ballistic missiles are increasingly getting through Ukrainian defenses
Russia’s ballistic missiles, traveling at high speeds and steep angles, are challenging Ukrainian defenses, which lack sufficient U.S.-made Patriot systems to intercept them. Ukraine reports limited Patriot batteries and interceptors, leaving cities vulnerable to attacks like the recent strike in Kyiv that killed 17 people.
- Russia Launches Ballistic Missile Attack on Kyiv, Killing 1 and Injuring 15
Russia launched 40 ballistic missiles, including Iskander-M, Zircon, and S-400 types, at Kyiv, killing one person and injuring 15. The attack caused fires and structural damage in multiple districts, damaged the Lukianivska metro station, and injured two people in Bucha district from strikes on logistics facilities.
- Russia Builds S-400 Site Near Putin Daughter's Foundation
Russia has established a new S-400 air defense position near Moscow State University, adjacent to an innovation center run by a foundation headed by Vladimir Putin's daughter, as part of a new defensive ring around Moscow in response to Ukraine's expanding long-range strike capabilities.
- Zelensky: Russia Turns Moscow Into ‘Fortress’ With S-400, S-500, Pantsir Air Defense
President Volodymyr Zelensky claims Russia has concentrated hundreds of S-400, S-500, and Pantsir air defense launchers around Moscow, describing the city as a 'fortress.' He also states additional launchers were moved to leadership-linked areas like Valdai, suggesting Russia prioritizes protecting its ruling center over other regions.