2024-07-05 18:10:23
In the midst of Russia’s war against Ukraine, the appearance of this aircraft capable of carrying military cargo is a cause for concern.
Reports of the aircraft landing in Russia were circulated on aviation tracking websites. However, there is no official statement regarding the purpose of the plane’s visit to Moscow. According to the FlightRadar24 portal, the plane’s flight route included the Altai Territory, Tyumen, Yekaterinburg and Kazan. a detailed flight map is published on the website.
Western intelligence sources have previously said there is no evidence of direct military supplies from China to Russia. However, Beijing is known to supply Moscow with dual-use goods that are used in Russia’s military industry to make weapons.
The presence of the Y-20 in Moscow is significant given the geopolitical context. A heavy-lift aircraft can carry a large amount of military equipment and personnel. This led to speculation about the nature of the cargo it delivered or picked up, writes Defense Blog.
2024-07-05 18:10:23