Ethiopia Announces Acquisition of Advanced Russian S-400 Air Defense Systems

Ethiopia has announced it will receive four advanced S-400 air defense system batteries from Russia. This weapon system has the capability to detect, track, and destroy aircraft, cruise missiles, drones, and ballistic missiles.

The system includes radars, command and control centers, and missile launchers, with a radar detection range of up to 600 kilometers. Its mobile platform, mounted on vehicles, allows it to be relocated to various strategic locations as needed. Other nations currently using the S-400 system include Russia, China, Turkey, and India.