S-500 missile system: Why #India is interested in this #Russian weapon after #S400 success Russia’s advanced S-500 air-defense system has taken center stage during President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India, with reports suggesting New Delhi is exploring a potential deal after the successful performance of its S-400 batteries against Pakistani incursions. The S-500 can intercept ballistic missiles, hypersonic glide vehicles, cruise threats, and even low-orbit satellites, giving it unmatched near-