A recent attack on a Russian airbase could be a sign that Russia has become vulnerable.
A Russian Pantsir-S1 is seen during rehearsals of the Victory Day parade on Red Square in Moscow, on May, 6, 2012. The effectiveness of Russia's air defense weapons, such as Pantsir-S1 systems, is likely causing concern in the Kremlin after they were not able to prevent strikes on Russian targets.The MOD update described the importance of the Seshcha base for Putin's forces.
"Seshcha is a hub for the VTA [Russia's Military Transport Aviation] in western Russia and has played a major role in enabling Russia's invasion of Ukraine," the ministry wrote in its assessment."Russia also uses the site to launch Iranian-produced one-way-attack UAVs towards Kyiv." The statement continued,"The VTA is a well-resourced element of the Russian Air Force, essential for transport across the vast country."
The MOD also said that one An-124 heavy transport aircraft was likely damaged during the May 3 attack. "Russian leaders will be concerned that Russia's air defences continue to be compromised, holding at risk key strategic assets such as VTA bases," the ministry said.
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