Putin's War 'Teaser' For NATO: Tu-22M3 Bombers, Oniks Missiles & Underwater Combat | Zapad 2025

Russia and Belarus showcased the full might of their military in the ZAPAD 2025 drills, sending ripples across NATO frontline states. From Tu-22M3 long-range bombers executing precision airstrikes to the Northern Fleet's Bastion coastal missile systems firing Oniks supersonic missiles at sea targets hundreds of kilometres away, the exercises on day 2 demonstrated Russia’s lethal capabilities. Underwater combat operations with DP-61 grenade launchers and DP-62 rocket bombers further highlighted advanced tactics, with over 200 servicemen and specialised equipment deployed to counter mock enemy forces. The drills underscored Moscow's readiness to defend strategic regions and assert power across air, sea, and underwater theatres. Watch for more details. #ZAPAD2025 #RussiaBelarusDrills #Tu22M3 #OniksMissile #BastionSystem #UnderwaterCombat #RussianMilitary #NATOAlert #MilitaryExercise #DefensePower Times Of India (TOI) Is The Largest Selling English Daily In The World. Times Of India Videos Bring You Global News, Views And Sharp Analysis. We Track India's Global Rise, Her Increasing Engagement With The World, The Changing Geopolitical Landscape Amid Conflicts And Wars And The Emerging World Order. INTERNATIONAL NEWS | GLOBAL CONFLICTS | MIDDLE EAST WAR | CHANGING WORLD ORDER #TOILive | #TOIVideos Subscribe to the Times Of India YT channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live. Join Millions Reading TOI; Download Our App At http://toi.in/app-yt Visit our website https://www.timesofindia.com/ Follow us on X/ @timesofindia Facebook:   / timesofindia   Instagram:   / timesofindia   Follow the TOI WhatsApp channel: https://bit.ly/3RYl0J9 For daily news & updates and exclusive stories, follow the Times of India