Russian Holds Naval Exercises In Sea Of Japan; Moscow Deploys Warships, Naval Aircraft, Missiles

Russia’s Pacific Fleet conducted major live-fire drills in the Sea of Japan, showcasing the use of cruise missiles from sea and coastal platforms. The Varyag cruiser launched Vulkan missiles, smaller ships fired Moskit missiles, and a Bastion coastal system deployed Onyx missiles. The Russian Defense Ministry stated all targets were successfully engaged. These drills are part of a large-scale military exercise running through late June, involving dozens of ships, aircraft, and thousands of personnel. Footage of the strikes was released but has not been independently verified. The activity comes days after Russian ships were spotted near Japan’s La Pérouse Strait, increasing tensions in the region.#russia #russiannavy #navaldrill #seaofjapan #putin