Russia Wants Their Own Naval Equivalent Of A U.S. Aegis Defense System

(RIA Novosti / Igor Mikhalev)

Russia to Develop Naval Equivalent of U.S. Aegis Defense System -- RIA Novosti

Russia is set to develop a sea-based missile defense program similar to the U.S. Aegis system, a senior defense industry official said on Friday.

Aegis, designed to intercept ballistic missiles at the post-boost phase and prior to reentry, is part of the U.S. national missile defense strategy.

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Update #1: Russia to develop sea-based space-defense system -- RT
Update #2: Reports: Russia plans naval missile defense system similar to US Aegis radars -- Washington Post/AP

My Comment: The Russians are at least a decade behind .... or more. I wish them luck.