politics
On the site of deforestation in Moscow's Kuntsevo, where protests took place in May, an S-400 position is likely being equipped
The area and shape of the military site being built on the site of deforestation in Moskvoretsky park in Kuntsevo, Moscow, are comparable to new S-300 and S-400 positions around the capital. OSINT researchers Jembob and Mark Krutov drew attention to this, having studied satellite images of the site. The authorities have not officially disclosed the purpose of the facility.
TL;DR
- A 4-hectare military site is under construction on deforested land in Moskvoretsky park, Kuntsevo, Moscow.
- OSINT researchers suggest the site's size and shape are comparable to S-300 and S-400 air defense positions.
- Residents protested the deforestation and lack of documentation for the work.
- A local official confirmed a military facility is being built, leading to detentions of protesters.
- The exact purpose of the facility and whether it involves air defense systems remains officially undisclosed.