Speaking at Russia’s annual Navy Day today, Putin hailed the development of the new Zircon supersonic cruise missiles which the Kremlin says can travel at nine times the speed of sound. “The main thing here is the capability of the Russian navy. It is able to respond with lightning speed to all those who decide to violate our sovereignty and freedom,” Putin said in a speech during a naval parade along the Neva River in St. Petersburg. Russian dignitaries and VIPs sail along the Neva River for the Navy Day parade PAVEL BYRKIN/ALAMY The Kremlin says the missiles, which Russia has been developing for several years, can reach 6,140 mph with a range of up to 600
