Russia deploys sea defense missile systems near NW Pacific’s disputed islands with Japan

Russia’s Defence Ministry posted a video Thursday showing massive missile carriers moving ashore from amphibious landing vessels and driving along the coast of Matua, the volcanic island near NW Pacific’s disputed Kuril Islands chain, to take firing positions as part of drills. The ministry said the deployment involved setting up living quarters for personnel, hangars for the vehicles and other infrastructure. The Bastion is capable of hitting sea targets at a range of up to 500 kilometers (270 nautical miles).