Moscow [Russia], December 29 (ANI/ Sputnik): Russia has recently conducted routine tests of S-500 anti-missile defense systems in its Arctic region, but prototypes of S-550 have yet to be developed, a source told Sputnik on Wednesday.

"Routine tests of anti-missile defense systems S-500 has recently been held in the Arctic. The launch of the system's long-range missile was aimed against a hypersonic target, the target has been successfully eliminated. Further tests of S-500 will be held," the source said.

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The source added that S-550 anti-missile defense systems' tests have yet to be launched as prototypes are still in the development phase. (ANI/Sputnik)

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