Moscow stated on Thursday that an advanced new anti-aircraft rocket system hailed as the first ever capable missiles from low-space orbit could be snapped up by Indian defence chiefs in a move likely to anger the US.
Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Borisov told that New Delhi could “potentially” become the first foreign capital to place an order for the S-500. However, equipping Russia’s own troops with the latest technology would have to be completed before it is considered for sale overseas.
Yuri Borisov added, “When we meet the needs of our own armed forces, we can issue an export passport. After that, the supreme commander-in-chief [Russian President Vladimir Putin] can decide on whether to grant deliveries to India, if they apply for it.”
