https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russia-rehearses-seizing-territory-of-central-asian-neighbor-in-massive-47-000-troop-war-gamesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russia-rehearses-seizing-territory-of-central-asian-neighbor-in-massive-47-000-troop-war-gameshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russia-rehearses-seizing-territory-of-central-asian-neighbor-in-massive-47-000-troop-war-games#u107090Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:00:21 +0000Russia conducted the Center-2026 military exercises involving 47,000 troops to rehearse an offensive into a Central Asian neighbor's territory. The drills focused on seizing land to establish a security zone and simulated an invasion and occupation. President Vladimir Putin observed the maneuvers in the Urals, which included participation from China and other nations. The Chinese People's Liberation Army deployed 99A tanks and unmanned systems during the exercise to test modern warfare tactics and strengthen military ties between Moscow and Beijing.Why it mattersRussia maintains sign