In a dramatic turn of events in Syria’s ongoing conflict, rebel forces have captured an advanced Russian air defense radar system, the Podlet-K1. This piece of cutting-edge military technology is worth an estimated $5 million and could have major consequences, especially if it ends up in the hands of Western countries like the U.S. or its NATO allies.
What Is the Podlet-K1?
The Podlet-K1 radar system is one of the most modern pieces of equipment in Russia’s arsenal. First introduced i...