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US experts: C-400 near Kaliningrad may make Europe vulnerable

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The US Air Force Command and American experts are concerned about the possible deployment of C-400 AIS systems and Iskander-M complexes in the Kaliningrad region, since this will "significantly strengthen the Russian exclave," writes columnist Dave Majumdar in The National Interest magazine. Article leads RIA News.


US experts: C-400 near Kaliningrad may make Europe vulnerable


"It is very serious. Obviously, we will continue to follow this, but Moscow has every right to deploy (weapons systems) there, ”quotes the author of the US Air Force commander in Europe, Frank Gorenko, who commented on the likely location near Kaliningrad C-400.

Also, “the fears of the American expert community are caused by the fact that Russia can deploy the Iskander ballistic missile complex on the exclave territory, which has a high degree of accuracy of hitting with a range from 489 to 700 km,” writes the columnist.

However, these actions "are a logical retaliatory step by Moscow for the continuing expansion of NATO to the western borders of Russia," the magazine notes.

“Russia openly announced the deployment of Iskander ballistic missiles in Kaliningrad after the expansion of NATO to the East. Then we all perceived it as bluster, but it turned out that it was not so, ”the author of the Center for National Interests Paul Saunders cites the author’s statement.
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  1. A-Sim
    A-Sim 13 January 2016 11: 05
    33
    What a smart guy this Majumdar. In less than a year he realized ...
    1. vlad66
      vlad66 13 January 2016 11: 10
      26
      “Russia has openly announced the deployment of Iskander ballistic missiles in Kaliningrad after NATO's eastward expansion. Then we all took it as bragging, but it turned out that it was not. "

      It’s high time to deploy, on our territory we have the right to build at least a public toilet, even put up ICBMs with nuclear warheads and no one needs to be asked.
      1. cniza
        cniza 13 January 2016 11: 13
        14
        What did they think we were going to chew snot in the 90s? Get what you say and sign.
        1. Inok10
          Inok10 13 January 2016 11: 29
          19
          Quote: cniza
          What did they think we were going to chew snot in the 90s? Get what you say and sign.

          .. two S-400 divisions since 2012, plus an S-300 regiment and another S-300V air defense system and everything is in open sources .. not even a military secret .. but that everything that flies over the Baltic States and Poland flies under our control, this is a fact .. discussed last year .. hi
          1. demo
            demo 13 January 2016 11: 41
            +3
            Judging by this map, most of all will go to Poland, as usual, with a trailer to the Balts!
            1. meridbt
              meridbt 13 January 2016 12: 04
              -6
              What, sorry, will get?
          2. An64
            An64 13 January 2016 12: 12
            0
            Quote: Inok10
            a, that everything that flies over the Baltic states and Poland flies under our control is a fact

            The fact is, and the picture is beautiful. But the picture is flat, and in view of the fact that the Earth is round (as it is not sad crying ), in the east of Lithuania we see everything that flies above 10 km, over Latvia - 25 km, and over Estonia - 35 km. The same picture applies to Poland - we see almost nothing south of Warsaw ...
            1. Boa kaa
              Boa kaa 13 January 2016 14: 30
              +7
              Quote: An64
              south of Warsaw we see practically nothing ...

              Type in the search engine ZGRLS "Container". Take a look at the diagram. By the way, after the well-known events, the sector was returned to the North Sea. After that, start "grieving" about the fact that the Container sees planes taking off, cars scurrying along the highway.
              And of course, look about a single center for managing the country's defense. But he grew up from missile defense / air defense centers.
              So not all the polymers! yes
      2. Major Yurik
        Major Yurik 13 January 2016 11: 22
        +8
        If the Iskanders are placed in the Kaliningrad region, the Europa will write it not just with a capital letter, but KALININGRAD REGION1 And rightly so, Obama can be written with a small one, it is not an animated subject. am
        1. vl.kiyan5019
          vl.kiyan5019 13 January 2016 13: 51
          +1
          Mr. Yurik-Major! Why are you offending the minority of America? They need to be helped to develop mentally, and you are beaten to them by the head.
      3. Al_oriso
        Al_oriso 13 January 2016 12: 04
        +4
        Moscow has every right to deploy there (weapons systems), ”quotes the author of the commander of the US Air Force in Europe, Frank Gorenka

        As if Moscow itself does not know its rights ...
        ... and Moscow does not need the approval of the various US Air Force commanders.
        1. Aitvaras
          Aitvaras 13 January 2016 13: 29
          17 th
          That's right. Lithuania also has every right to deploy NATO tank brigades, and if necessary, nuclear weapons.
          1. Hell's Angel
            Hell's Angel 13 January 2016 13: 47
            +6
            Does Lithuania have nuclear weapons ?! Can you give me more details from this place?
            1. Corporal Valera
              Corporal Valera 13 January 2016 14: 12
              11
              Quote: Hell Angel
              Does Lithuania have nuclear weapons ?! Can you give me more details from this place?

              Ukraine will lend. Only cores far to wear
          2. Corsair
            Corsair 13 January 2016 14: 00
            +6
            Quote: Aitvaras
            Lithuania also has every right to deploy NATO tank brigades, and if necessary, nuclear weapons.

            laughing NATO tank brigades? are those those who did not have enough space in Germany? or those half-written abrams of all 5 pieces - is this a tank brigade?
            Calm down already - nobody needs you, including the EU with its dead economy and scanty population, well, perhaps the United States, to tease Russia and to collect intelligence.
            All these loud exclamations and whipping up of terror by your government are usual begging from the EU and the US under the pretext of a terrible misfortune from the east. You and your countries clearly fall under the "Elusive Joe" definition.
          3. alekc75
            alekc75 13 January 2016 14: 11
            +5
            Balts sit quietly and then you will not be touched
          4. Fat
            Fat 13 January 2016 19: 16
            0
            You also have the right to remain silent, everything you say can be used against you ... or "When it comes to every important international problem, the people of the world do not look at Beijing or Moscow - they call us" ... (recognized as one of the police states, or something) ... Place, you will become, not even a target, a target (for training in practical shooting) ... And the command of the USA will only rejoice: "We are short of ours."
      4. Hyppopotut
        Hyppopotut 13 January 2016 13: 20
        +1
        And it is also necessary to create bases in Cuba, Venezuela, etc., maybe then it will come to the "supermen" that moving military forces to Russia is fraught.
        It is said that when, during the Caribbean crisis, Khrushchev placed missiles in Cuba, there was a real panic among the population in the eastern states, production stopped ... Oh, and this "liquid" superpower and its people!
    2. Finches
      Finches 13 January 2016 11: 14
      11
      How do you want? "Iskanders" in the Crimea and the American mongrels of Southern Europe: Hungary, Romania, brothers-Bulgarians and others! "Iskanders" in the Kaliningrad province and the sworn friends of Russia are nervously scratching their heads: Poland and the non-state of the Baltic states ... It's a pity that the citadel of world evil will sleep peacefully on its islet beyond the English Channel, but they will also have control over them ...
      1. kot28.ru
        kot28.ru 13 January 2016 11: 31
        +4
        For the English Channel they will get ICBMs, or KR from carcasses! So there is no sleep for the aggressor there either! And that's good! soldier
    3. little girl15
      little girl15 13 January 2016 11: 15
      10
      And what did they want moving towards the borders of Russia? You need to think with your head and not with the tolerant part of the body.
      1. SRC P-15
        SRC P-15 13 January 2016 11: 31
        +2
        US experts: C-400 near Kaliningrad may make Europe vulnerable

        Do not worry, you will not be Europeans vulnerable: our S-400 will cover the whole of Europe! laughing
      2. Amurets
        Amurets 13 January 2016 12: 05
        +1
        Quote: Vovochka15
        You need to think with your head and not with the tolerant part of the body.

        Unfortunately, the majority of EU politicians think with this part of the body, and when everyone gets a response to the actions of one (mutual responsibility in the EU). Then the screams begin: “And what for us?” Remember when the sanctions were introduced.
    4. seti
      seti 13 January 2016 11: 29
      +2
      Under Iskander, Shaigu said - "wherever we want to go there and put it." I think this also applies to the S-400
    5. vovanpain
      vovanpain 13 January 2016 11: 36
      10
      And it seems like a long time ago; 2 divisions in Elektrostal (In 2007, the first division was deployed, in 2009 the second division was set up).
      2 divisions in Dmitrov (deployed in 2011).
      2 divisions in Zvenigorod (deployed in 2012).
      2 divisions in Nakhodka (deployed in 2012).
      2 divisions in the Kaliningrad region (deployed in 2013).
      2 divisions in Novorossiysk (deployed in 2013).
      2 divisions in Podolsk 4th regiment in the suburbs (deployed in 2014).
      2 Division on the Kola Peninsula (deployed in 2014 year).
      3 divisions in Kamchatka differ from the previous ones by the presence of 24 launchers (3 divisions) deployed in 2014. This is the information from Wikipedia for 2014 that mattresses aroused late.
    6. Blondy
      Blondy 13 January 2016 13: 00
      0
      Quite expected reaction from poor-smoking infantiles: What are you? - We're not good.
    7. opus
      opus 13 January 2016 13: 40
      +1
      Quote: A-Sim
      What a smart guy this Majumdar.

      Highly.
      Dave majumdar

      Public Relations Consultant
      Banner public affairs
      2014 - 2015 (1 year) Washington DC Metro Area
      • Served as a public relations consultant under contract developing media outreach strategies
      • Authored communications plans, strategic messaging, social media strategies, op-eds and editorials
      • Successfully pitched the Harris Corps' HAMR radio developed for the US Army's SANR program
      • Translated complex technical Harris engineering paper on radio antennas into an article fit for publication
      • Wrote numerous drafts of bylined articles, pitches and reporter profiles for Harris' IntelliEarth LiDAR

      etc.
      here more
      https://www.linkedin.com/in/davemajumdar
    8. 222222
      222222 13 January 2016 13: 46
      0
      "" American experts: S-400 near Kaliningrad can make Europe vulnerable "\
      ..what expert .. crap !! laughing ..after the Caspian SHOW with CALIBERS ..

      ..vulnerable to Iranian missiles .which are not yet available or North Korean "" ..
      ..a S-400 in Kaliningrad is handcuffs on playful American pens ..in Europe ..
  2. bort4145
    bort4145 13 January 2016 11: 05
    10
    Fundamental amendment - not "can" but show that it is vulnerable. And the United States itself ...
  3. fregina1
    fregina1 13 January 2016 11: 06
    +5
    Yes, it’s already time to place ... stop tryndet ........... from empty to empty ....
  4. Barakuda
    Barakuda 13 January 2016 11: 06
    +2
    Did I read the article, or the introduction to the dialogue of M. Zadornov? WELL Dumb!
    1. V.ic
      V.ic 13 January 2016 12: 07
      +1
      Quote: Barracuda
      Did I read the article, or the introduction to the dialogue of M. Zadornov?

      Have you forgotten? Take Ginkoum Evalar or Huato Boluses.
      Sing:
      "Old age will not find me at home.
      I'm on my way, I'm on my way ... "
      Take heart comrade!
  5. AdekvatNICK
    AdekvatNICK 13 January 2016 11: 07
    +3
    Does he not know that all of Europe has long been vulnerable for the purposes of our missiles?
  6. Gray 43
    Gray 43 13 January 2016 11: 08
    14
    "Iskander" - it is clear, but what does the air defense system threaten Europe with? So that you can't pirate with impunity in our skies?
    1. bort4145
      bort4145 13 January 2016 11: 12
      +6
      NATO is accustomed to "carry democracy" with impunity in bomb bays - nervous wink
    2. LVMI1980
      LVMI1980 13 January 2016 11: 32
      -1
      apparently the fact that we’ll also take their missiles wink
    3. SAM 5
      SAM 5 13 January 2016 11: 37
      +1
      SAM threatens Europe?

      These air defense systems and the earth whipping robust.
    4. Amurets
      Amurets 13 January 2016 11: 59
      0
      Quote: Gray 43
      SAM threatens Europe?

      Look at the map above. In practice, the divisions from under Narva and the Kaliningrad divisions make a practically no-fly zone the whole of the Baltic States and half of Poland.
    5. KVIRTU
      KVIRTU 13 January 2016 12: 45
      0
      And you google "S-400 launch on ground targets".
      A perversion, of course, but if with special. Bch ...
  7. CARLSON
    CARLSON 13 January 2016 11: 08
    +1
    And how they wanted to join NATO, for which they fought the way you need to
  8. Sergey7311
    Sergey7311 13 January 2016 11: 10
    0
    We’ll also deliver nuclear ammunition to the Kaliningrad region. Wait!
  9. Dimontius
    Dimontius 13 January 2016 11: 10
    +8
    I hope the Iskander with nuclear warheads. If so, you need to tell Europe. Keeping secrets from friends is not good laughing
  10. Aleksandr2012
    Aleksandr2012 13 January 2016 11: 13
    +3
    So, in addition, the C 400 can work on ground targets. And nuclear warhead for him in nature exists.
  11. vicdoc63
    vicdoc63 13 January 2016 11: 14
    +1
    And they thought they were in a fairy tale.
  12. FIREMAN
    FIREMAN 13 January 2016 11: 16
    0
    Zadolbal already, inflate the problem and then supposedly heroically solve it.
    In general, the "Caliber" from torpedo tubes launched:
    The possibility of hitting stationary ground targets was originally laid down by the developers in the design of the S-1979 air defense system adopted for service in the 300 year, as well as all its subsequent modifications.
    Читать полностью: http://naviny.by/rubrics/politic/2011/10/17/ic_articles_112_175478/

    Let them be afraid, an extra argument in our favor, suddenly on the basis of NATO some "Sapling" will be planted or "Daisy" will grow.
  13. rotmistr60
    rotmistr60 13 January 2016 11: 16
    +2
    but Moscow has every right to deploy there (weapons systems)

    Although there was enough mind to tell the truth. The more you fuss about in Europe, the worse it will be for her if that ...
  14. AlexTires
    AlexTires 13 January 2016 11: 22
    +2
    The decrepit and rotten old woman of Europe, with the stubbornness of a madwoman, insists on the Russian desire to conquer her. This farce is no longer ridiculous, everyone knows and understands everything for a long time, but continues to break comedy. And the experts howl not because Europe is sorry, but because their anti-ballistic shield in the Atlantic is covered in a copper basin in this case ..
    1. Mikhail Krapivin
      Mikhail Krapivin 13 January 2016 11: 44
      +2
      Is not a fact. For me, they in Europe absolutely sincerely believe that the evil Russians will come on bears today and tomorrow and beat them with felt boots to death. And only American troops protect them from this nightmare. You read their press a little, watch the analytical programs and understand - they believe in it, sincerely believe. For decades, brainwashing has not been canceled.
  15. sa-ag
    sa-ag 13 January 2016 11: 27
    +1
    Yes, Europe is now not up to whether or not there is something mentioned in the article in the CO, there are problems with migrants and they can be much more serious
  16. VNP1958PVN
    VNP1958PVN 13 January 2016 11: 34
    +1
    They can’t, but they did, which is already there. More about the caliber did not come! repeat
  17. barclay
    barclay 13 January 2016 11: 35
    0
    GDP clearly said: "Russia will defend its security by any available means."
    So, "friends - Americans - gayropeans", the days of Labeled and Yolkin are over!
    1. An64
      An64 13 January 2016 12: 00
      0
      Quote: barclay
      So, "friends - Americans", the days of Labeled and Yolkin are over!

      Less than 15 years ...
      And the President of the Russian Federation spoke about the deployment of Iskander missiles in the Kaliningrad region back in November 2011: “The Russian Federation will deploy modern strike weapons systems in the west and south of the country, ensuring fire destruction of the European missile defense component. One of these steps will be the deployment of the Iskander missile system. "In the Kaliningrad special region".
      So what? 4 years have passed. The Americans in December 2015 completed the creation of a missile defense base in Romania, and we all talk, talk, talk ...
      1. KBR109
        KBR109 13 January 2016 13: 27
        +1
        The opening of the Yelkin Center recently was especially inspired. Pillar of Russia what to say!
  18. lysyj bob
    lysyj bob 13 January 2016 11: 36
    +2
    Europeans and non-Europeans were warned that if elements of the Amer’s missile defense were deployed on their territory, they would automatically fall into the category of potential targets for our missiles. One thing is surprising - it’s not the Americans who express concern about the deployment of Iskanders. Apparently, it hasn’t come to Europe that they are just a gasket. And the S-400 is an exclusively defensive weapon and no one should be concerned about its placement anywhere in OUR territory.

    PS Recently, the States have become some kind of too preoccupied. Apparently, the carefree life is over.
  19. GRAY
    GRAY 13 January 2016 11: 38
    +8
    t deploy on exclave

    What other nafik "exclave"? One and the same territory is an exclave for the country to which it belongs, and an enclave for the country to which it does not belong. Moreover, if the territory is not completely surrounded by other states (for example, it has access to the sea), then the prefix "semi" is added.
    The Kaliningrad region is an exclave for Russians, and for other countries (including Mr. Majumdar) an enclave, or rather a semi-enclave.
    Sit in the place of Dave - you two. laughing
    He also considers himself an expert - a columnist, the college must have finished ...
    1. Mikhail Krapivin
      Mikhail Krapivin 13 January 2016 11: 46
      +2
      Cool, great educational program, respect to you.
  20. Mama_Cholli
    Mama_Cholli 13 January 2016 11: 38
    +2
    For complete harmony, it is also necessary to locate detection and tracking equipment in Cuba or Venezuela. Create military bases on the territory of the states of Central and Latin America. Well, to install there, including various gifts of remote delivery of gifts for the "holiday".
    Then it will be a mirror "happiness" for America and a factor in strengthening world peace.
    1. Mikhail Krapivin
      Mikhail Krapivin 13 January 2016 11: 49
      +1
      Unfortunately, before coming to us, they strengthened their rear in South America, they are smart, bastards. Who was fed, who was intimidated, who was conquered. Now Venezuela is being suppressed and the number of our "friends" will tend to zero.
    2. varov14
      varov14 13 January 2016 12: 02
      +1
      Well, why the base, an extra headache. Okiyan is big, trade routes are unmeasured, use wisely. Well, the merchant and fishing fleet can be ordered from anyone, even from Amerov, with subsequent modernization.
  21. russmensch
    russmensch 13 January 2016 11: 40
    0
    but Moscow has every right to deploy there (weapons systems), ”quotes the author of the commander of the US Air Force in Europe, Frank Gorenka ...

    However, these actions "are a logical retaliatory step by Moscow for the continuing expansion of NATO to the western borders of Russia," the magazine notes.

    Well, even here they understand us correctly ... Already pleases
  22. pascal309
    pascal309 13 January 2016 11: 44
    0
    Well, right balm for the soul, thank you general for the kind words, we will continue to delight you forever
  23. Huan karlos
    Huan karlos 13 January 2016 11: 45
    0
    Govorun bird is distinguished by intelligence and quick wit))
  24. gabonskijfront
    gabonskijfront 13 January 2016 11: 45
    +2
    I am proud of my fellow countrymen, BALTICA champion.
  25. dsm100
    dsm100 13 January 2016 11: 46
    +4
    Yes, not only "Iskander" and "S400", but also "Calibers" to set their range, it will be more, and if there are not enough ships and boats, then to install them on the shore. I so feel that mattress toppers with geyrope do not understand well, only fear will force them to turn on their brain.
  26. avg-mgn
    avg-mgn 13 January 2016 11: 46
    0

    Quote: A-Sim
    What a smart guy this Majumdar. In less than a year he realized ...

    [/ I]

    The surname is not Estonian, but it is similar in brakes, perhaps an emigrant (took his wife's surname).
  27. Halfunra
    Halfunra 13 January 2016 11: 52
    +1
    She feels a cat whose fat she ate. hi
  28. kartalovkolya
    kartalovkolya 13 January 2016 11: 53
    +2
    Of course, the American "experts" have grounds for concern, and all the more so since the S-400 in the Kaliningrad region actually reduces to "NO" all the costs of amerovskoe missile defense systems deployed in neighboring NATO countries (and in fact, forward-based attack weapons)! They were crying their money and no one believes that the deployment of missile defense systems in NATO countries is directed against Iran, and now North Korea! And about our Iskander, right here to the very point, it's like a neighbor's cat who got into the habit of shitting on " our porch "and our answer, like that of a real owner, is adequate, and only one GOD and the Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the RF Armed Forces, V.V. Putin! Remember "Calibers" gentlemen "democratizers"!
  29. K-36
    K-36 13 January 2016 11: 54
    +3
    For two years now, one little thought haunts me. Why not, for example, put Iskander on ships of the Buyan type? Moreover, data on the range of Iskander missiles is slowly leaking out over 500 km. And now God himself ordered to take advantage of the situation, since they have conceived a rather large series of "Buyans" of increased seaworthiness of project 22800 "Karakurt". And, if they were equipped with the "Caliber" and "Iskander" through one, I would take the maximum acceptable dose on my chest with great pleasure! drinks The link would be extremely effective: a very maneuverable low-altitude "Caliber" and a highly maneuverable "Iskander" falling from a height good Yes, and then, in addition, an iron "excuse" will be born for the land "Iskander". They say that on land we have only up to 500 km and not a centimeter further, but all long-range ones are on our ships! Yes Yes. winked
    It’s a pity that these are only my dreams. Yours faithfully hi
  30. novel68rus
    novel68rus 13 January 2016 12: 03
    +3
    Europe has long been vulnerable and without missiles .. there will be a caliphate soon and tolerant Europeans will serve the Arabs soldier
  31. Sakhalin.
    Sakhalin. 13 January 2016 12: 17
    0
    We will understand without them how and where to place weapons on our territory. PS another horror story for a great cultural Europe.
  32. v1tz
    v1tz 13 January 2016 12: 19
    0
    Really really so stupid when they told you about the expansion of Nata, did not listen. What kind of bragging is there when there’s not at all a friendly military block at hand.
  33. Gormenghast
    Gormenghast 13 January 2016 12: 26
    +1
    The Amerans slipped their leaky missile defense, and the European suckers and are glad - became targets. Have your security been greatly enhanced?
  34. KRIG55
    KRIG55 13 January 2016 12: 39
    +1
    Covering the black ass of the host, Europe will be the first to burn out. Nobody will sort the targets by nationality.
  35. electrooleg
    electrooleg 13 January 2016 13: 15
    +1
    Dissatisfied NATO whiner before howling let him answer the question. What the hell does his interests on our borders do?
  36. pts-m
    pts-m 13 January 2016 13: 24
    0
    Russia's security is above all and nothing personal! High worry. Pharmacists and psychiatrists -profits.
  37. veksha50
    veksha50 13 January 2016 14: 04
    0
    "American experts: S-400 near Kaliningrad could make Europe vulnerable"...

    Well, with Iskander everything is clear ... But how the Russian defensive air defense systems affect the security of Europe is not clear ... Or did the squirrel come to someone after the New Year holidays ???
    1. kartalovkolya
      kartalovkolya 13 January 2016 14: 13
      +1
      "Squirrel" has nothing to do with it, although, in principle, you need to drink less, but the fact is that the S-400 completely exclude the possibility of using amerovsky missile defense systems (of course with other missiles) against our territory UNPUNISHED, so the jackals howled!
  38. project sity
    project sity 13 January 2016 14: 31
    0
    (“Russia openly announced the deployment of Iskander ballistic missiles in Kaliningrad after NATO enlargement to the East. Then we took it all as bragging, but it turned out that this was not so,” the author of the statement of the Director of the Center for National Interests Paul Saunders quotes.)
    And what they wanted It wasn’t for them to shanyushki to pry off the table!
  39. jovanni
    jovanni 13 January 2016 14: 47
    0
    A small clarification - not S-400 will make Europe vulnerable, but European aggressors. They beat nafig ...
  40. v.yegorov
    v.yegorov 13 January 2016 15: 26
    0
    “Russia openly announced the deployment of Iskander ballistic missiles in Kaliningrad after the expansion of NATO to the East. Then we all perceived it as bluster, but it turned out that it was not so, ”the author of the Center for National Interests Paul Saunders cites the author’s statement.

    Strange people! As he comes around, he will respond!
  41. Micross
    Micross 13 January 2016 17: 02
    +1
    Wow !!)) duck is a defensive complex!