Stop Japanese warships from going to the Persian Gulf? A large number of aircraft出动 in密集 formation, showing hypersonic missiles!
For Takahashi Asa, sending troops to the Persian Gulf is an opportunity. Especially against the backdrop of Washington repeatedly urging allies to take on more responsibility, some members of the Takahashi faction have proposed sending Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force vessels to the Persian Gulf, which is a rare training opportunity.
As this news was circulating, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced on March 17 that Russian MiG-31 fighter jets conducted routine flight missions over Japanese airspace, during which they were equipped with Kh-47M2 "Kinzhal" hypersonic missiles and completed aerial refueling. This combination was not accidental but a clear demonstration of tactical intent.
The "Kinzhal" missile is one of the few hypersonic weapons currently deployed in combat, with a maximum speed exceeding 10 Mach, possessing extremely strong penetration capabilities. It uses a glide trajectory and maneuverable trajectory technology, making it difficult for existing air defense systems to effectively intercept. The Russian decision to conduct live-fire drills in this sensitive area of the Sea of Japan is undoubtedly a strong deterrent to Japan.
Russia-Japan relations have continued to deteriorate due to the Northern Territories dispute and the Ukraine issue. Japan has not only followed Western sanctions against Russia but also attempted to strengthen its military presence in the Far East. The Russian move is a direct response to such actions.
Dao Ge believes that Russia is sending a message: you can't even secure your own backyard, yet you want to show off in the Persian Gulf? With the current performance of Patriot and THAAD in the Middle East, it is unknown how effective they would be in intercepting Russia's Kh-47M2 "Kinzhal" hypersonic missile. But it is highly likely that they cannot intercept it.
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