SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
A trove of hacked emails belonging to high-ranking Russian officers has unveiled sensitive information about defense contracts between Russia and India, including the controversial S-400 missile system deal. The 2018 agreement for the S-400 “Triumf” missile systems, signed during Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India, was hailed as a major milestone for the Russian defense industry, valued at over $5 billion. The leaked documents provide unprecedented insights into this landmark deal.
Crucially, the documents confirm that the Indian Air Force (IAF) has acquired all four types of missiles included in the S-400 system. This comprises 96 units of the 9M96E2 with a range of 80-120 km, 24 units of the 48N6E2 with a range of 200-220 km, 24 units of the 48N6E3 with a range of 220-240 km, and 24 units of the 40N6E with a range of 380-400 km. The latter is the longest-range interceptor missile in the S-400 family.
This revelation sheds light on the comprehensive nature of India’s S-400 acquisition and its potential implications for regional security dynamics. The possession of all four missile types significantly enhances India’s air defense capabilities.
While the leak has raised concerns about data security and potential vulnerabilities, it also underscores the importance of robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive information.
The S-400 deal has been a subject of geopolitical tensions, particularly with the United States, which has imposed sanctions on countries purchasing Russian military equipment. India has maintained that the acquisition is primarily for defensive purposes.
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