Why Ukraine Expressed 'Thanks' to Russian Tourist Who Posted a Beach Selfie

S-400 Spotted, Known as the 'Russian THAAD'

A photo posted on social media by a Russian tourist. Behind the man, the S-400 is visible. Photo by Ukraine Ministry of Defense Twitter capture

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Jung-wan] The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense expressed gratitude over a photo posted by a Russian tourist on social networking service (SNS). The photo reportedly captured the S-400, known as the "Russian version of THAAD."

On the 22nd (local time), the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense tweeted officially, "This might be too harsh for this Russian tourist, but sometimes they really help," adding, "We thank the man who took photos near the Russian air defense base in Yevpatoria, in the occupied Crimean Peninsula, and ask him to continue doing good."

Along with the message, they posted the photo taken by the Russian tourist at a beach. Behind the tourist, Russia's S-400 is visible.

The S-400 is the latest medium- to long-range surface-to-air missile system, known as the "Russian version of THAAD," and is reputed for its excellent detection and interception capabilities against stealth fighter jets.

Notably, the tourist recently posted the photo on Russia's version of Facebook, "VKontakte," specifying the location. This revealed the position of Russia's S-400.

Since the photo's release, the whereabouts or status of the S-400 have not been disclosed.

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