Russia’s Mighty S-400 Humiliated and Destroyed by 30-Year-Old Missiles

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have dealt a severe blow to Russian military installations in the temporarily occupied Crimea peninsula. Reports indicate that the strikes targeted the airport in the city of Dzhankoi, a key hub from which Russian invaders have been launching missiles towards Odesa.

Russian media outlets and Telegram channels have confirmed the attack, citing information from the special services of the Russian Federation.

The assault specifically targeted the military airport housing the 39th helicopter regiment of the 4th army of the Russian Air Force and Air Defense, located in Dzhankoi.

According to reports, the strikes were carried out using two MGM-140 ATACMS tactical ballistic missiles.

The initial strike targeted positions of the S-400 Triumf air defense system, resulting in the destruction of three launchers and one radar system.

Subsequently, the second missile struck a reception and repair point for military equipment belonging to the 77th anti-aircraft missile brigade. During the attack, two S-300 launchers were undergoing maintenance at the checkpoint. The impact caused a secondary detonation of ammunition, though the exact nature of the explosion remains unclear.

Preliminary data from Russian security services suggest that the attack resulted in at least 12 injuries and 22 individuals reported missing.

The operation is believed to be a coordinated effort between the Ukrainian Armed Forces and the Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR) of the Ministry of Defense in Kyiv.

The S-400 Triumf, also known by its NATO reporting name SA-21 Growler, is a highly advanced long-range surface-to-air missile system developed by Russia. It is designed to engage a variety of aerial targets, including...