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"path": "/news/russia/166383-kalashnikov-krona-air-defense-system-tests-2026/",
"publishedAt": "2026-04-13T11:38:00.000Z",
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"textContent": "Kalashnikov Concern has begun preliminary testing of its latest short-range surface-to-air missile system (SAM), the Krona, designed for territorial air defense. The announcement came from the company's press service.\nKrona System Designed to Counter Drone Threats\n\nThe Krona system includes detection and control assets, as well as mobile combat vehicles or stationary combat modules integrated into a unified network. The system is intended to protect various facilities from aerial attacks, with unmanned aerial vehicles identified as its primary targets.\nTesting Conducted in Realistic Combat Conditions\n\nThe company emphasized that the preliminary trials are taking place under conditions close to real-world operational use. This approach allows developers to identify shortcomings and quickly refine the system.",
"title": "Kalashnikov Tests New Krona Air Defense System Designed to Stop Drones"
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