Iran announces successful test of $800m Russia-built air defence system
Iran's new anti-missile system, Damavand, after the country's volcano
Mark Piggott
By Mark Piggott
March 4, 2017 11:10 GMT
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Iran has successfully tested an advanced air defence system purchased from Russia in another demonstration of strong ties between the two countries.
The S-300 system can track and take out multiple targets at a range of up to 125 miles (200 km) and has been named Damavand after Iran's highest mountain – a potentially active volcano.
The successful test, which was announced by IRNA – Iran's state news agency – on Saturday (4 March), looks likely to be viewed with concern by the West, and particularly by the US, where President Trump has vowed to take a tough stance against the Iranian regime.
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