Moscow: China and Russia have carried out their third round of joint anti missile drills on Russian territory, the two countries confirmed on Sunday. The exercise comes as both nations continue to strengthen their military and strategic cooperation at a time of rising global tensions.

According to statements released by defence officials, the exercise focused on improving coordination between the two countries in detecting and intercepting incoming missiles. Both sides described the drills as defensive and said they were not directed at any other nation.

However, the drills come during a period of increased military activity by China and Russia in Asia and Europe. In the past week, China deployed a large number of navy and coast guard ships across regional waters, raising concern among

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