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Russia to develop naval missile defense system

A top defense industry official reportedly says Russia plans to develop its own sea-based missile interceptor program similar to the US Aegis system.

 

The Aegis radar systems technology is carried by warships with missile interceptors and can destroy missiles mid-flight. It is part of the US-led NATO plan to deploy missile defense elements in Europe that has long irritated Moscow. (AP)

 


פרסום ראשון: 08.31.12, 14:57