Russia has announced the deployment of a new defensive system to the front lines in Ukraine, claiming it is designed to counter what it describes as Kyiv's most lethal weaponry.
The system reportedly features 12 launch tubes arranged around a dome, a configuration intended to provide 360-degree protection and eliminate blind spots that attackers might exploit.
The claim comes as Moscow seeks to bolster its defensive capabilities against evolving Ukrainian offensive tactics.
According to reports from Vecernji list, the system is already operational in combat zones, marking a tangible shift in the tactical landscape on the ground.
This development follows recent assertions by the Russian Defense Ministry that Ukraine has begun using ballistic missiles for the first time in the conflict, a move that would significantly alter Kyiv's strike capabilities.
The introduction of advanced active protection systems, such as the Arena-M on T-72B3A tanks, suggests a broader Russian strategy to harden its armored units against increasingly sophisticated threats.