Western pundits often speak of President Vladimir Putin’s fondness for surprise moves – tens of thousands of Russian soldiers could likely confirm that after completing a four-day check of their ability to deploy when called upon.
Troops from the Southern and Western military districts, Marine infantry of the Northern and Pacific Fleets, and some Airborne units were all involved in drills ordered by Putin between July 17 and 21. In all, over 150,000 service personnel took part. The assignment also involved around 400 aircraft and over 100 warships and support vessels.
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