Armata

Russia is holding the strategic command-and-staff exercise Center-2026, announced by the Kremlin, and searches for Armata, the country's next-generation armored fighting vehicle family, are climbing alongside the news. The drills involve large-scale testing of command structures and modern military equipment, drawing attention both inside Russia and among international defense observers tracking what hardware Moscow deploys.

Newest Russian tanks, including the T-14 Armata and T-90M Proryv, reportedly struck simulated enemy targets during the Center-2026 strategic military exercises. Russian media report the drills showcased the latest armored vehicles in action. The exercises come as Russia continues large-scale military training amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, drawing attention to its newest tank platforms and their battlefield readiness.