01/04/2015 16:50
Russian air forces launch drills in Armenia
The air forces of the Russian military base have launched subdivision maneuvers in Armenia, Gazeta.ru reports, citing the southern military district’s press service.
The servicemen are said to have started field drills at an altitude of over 1,500m from the sea level.
“Maneuvers will be conducted to [train the servicemen on] pushing back air target attacks by the imaginary enemy. The servicemen will be required to solve over 100 tactical tasks without releasing gunshots. They will use active sound obstacles, as well as anti-ballistic missiles,” reads the statement.
Around 300 servicemen are taking part in the trainings.