Zelenskyy Says Russia Has Built Three-Layer Air Defense Around Moscow
Russia has deployed three layers of air defense around Moscow after redeploying air defense systems from across its territory to protect the capital, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, UATV English reports. According to Zelenskyy, Russia has concentrated a large number of air defense systems around Moscow and, to a lesser extent, St. Petersburg, creating what he described as a powerful defensive…
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia has established a three-layered air defense system surrounding Moscow, after relocating systems from various parts of Russia to bolster protection of the capital city. Furthermore, Zelenskyy noted that St. Petersburg is also a subject of this extensive air defense deployment. Despite the considerable resources invested, Zelenskyy emphasized that even the most robust air defense networks can become exhausted and ineffective.
Nonetheless, he affirmed Ukraine's commitment to developing advanced technologies to counter this Russian defense strategy. Zelenskyy also highlighted a recent Ukrainian military operation against Russian logistics, which successfully inflicted significant losses on Russian forces. This operation involved multiple Ukrainian agencies, including the Armed Forces, Special Operations Forces, and intelligence services.
Addressing the ongoing conflict, Zelenskyy warned that Russia may employ various measures, such as cyberattacks, missile pressure, and intimidation, as they strive to secure a victory in Ukraine. He further speculated that Russian President Vladimir Putin is considering mobilization tactics to bolster domestic support, while also attempting to avoid openly declaring a mobilization.
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