Modern integrated air defense systems are capable of hitting approaching cruise missiles and other guided munitions, writes the director of the program on future concepts and military potential assessments of the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies, Colonel of the Air Force (Air Force) USA retired Mark Ganzinger.
The expert recognized the effectiveness of the Russian complexes "Tor", "Tunguska", "Pantsir" and Chinese systems based on them against low-flying target aircraft, cruise missiles, anti-radar missiles and bombs. "These short-range weapons are fully integrated with electronic warfare systems and long-range anti-aircraft missile systems," the author assures.
In July, Ganzinger, in an article for Defense News, predicted NATO's defeat in the war with Russia and China and explained the reasons for this phenomenon. In his opinion, the Pentagon has chosen the wrong strategy for the development of the armed forces. The expert expressed confidence that the United States would not have the strength to repel an attack by an equal opponent, protect the country and deter a nuclear strike. According to him, success in the war with Russia and China requires a strong army capable of attacking deep into enemy territory and delivering large-scale and accurate strikes.
Ivan Potapov
