In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Mi-8 helicopters fly during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636530
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Mi-26 heavy transport helicopter lands during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636528
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Mi-26 heavy transport helicopter lands during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636527
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Mi-26 heavy transport helicopter flies during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636525
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Mi-26 heavy transport helicopters fly during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636522
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Mi-26 heavy transport helicopters fly during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636521
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian soldiers ride quad bikes as Mi-8 helicopter flies over during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636520
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian military vehicles leave the Mi-26 heavy transport helicopter during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636514
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian military vehicle leaves the Mi-26 heavy transport helicopter during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636511
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry, from left, Chinese Minister of National Defence Wei Fenghe and deputy chief of Joint Staff Department of the Central Military Commission Shao Yuanming salut during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636504
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian Tigr (Tiger) armored vehicles drive during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636473
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian armored personnel carrier drives during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636460
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian armored personnel carriers drive during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636456
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian armored personnel carrier drive during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636451
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Chinese service men take part in Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636445
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian military vehicles drive during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636444
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian military vehicles drive during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636441
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian tanks roll during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636439
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian service man saluts during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636436
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian tanks roll during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636434
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian tanks roll during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636433
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry a Chinese tank rolls during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636430
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry a Chinese tank rolls during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636426
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry self-propelled howitzers roll during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636419
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry self-propelled howitzers roll during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636417
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry self-propelled howitzers roll during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636416
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Chinese service men take part in Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636413
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Chinese service men take part in Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636412
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Chinese service men take part in Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636411
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian soldiers stand in formation during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636410
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian Russian tanks are parked during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636409
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian soldiers stand in formation during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636408
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian tanks are parked during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636406
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian tanks are parked during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636405
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian military vehicles are parked during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636403
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Chinese soldiers stand at attention during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636399
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Chinese soldiers stand at attention during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636397
Russian SU-30SM fighters fly during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636387
Russian SU-34 fighter-bombers fly during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636384
Russian Mi-24 helicopters fly during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636382
Black smoke rises after an explosion during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636381
Russian Mi-24 helicopters fly over the battlefield during the Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636380
Russian APCs drive at the parade during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636379
Russian APCs drive at the parade during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636377
Russian and Chinese military vehicles drive at the parade during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636375
Russian and Chinese military vehicles drive at the parade during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636373
Russian APCs drive at the parade during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636372
Russian self-propelled howitzers roll at the parade during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636366
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry President Vladimir Putin, left, listens to Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov as they watch the Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.13.09.2018#5636343
Russian soldiers take part in Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636341
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian military police soldiers ride an APC during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636337
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian soldiers stand in formation during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636335
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Chinese soldiers stand at attention during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636332
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Chinese soldier stands at attention during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636331
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian military musicians perform during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636325
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Russian military musicians perform during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636312
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Chinese soldiers stand in formation during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636298
In this handout released by Russian Defence Ministry Chinese soldiers stand in formation during Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 11, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981. The image is a handout courtesy of a third party. Editorial use only, no archive, no commercial use.11.09.2018#5636295
Russian soldiers take part in Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636293
Russian soldiers take part in Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills at the Tsugol training ground, Zabaikalsky Krai region, Russia, September 13, 2018. Vostok-2018 (East-2018) military drills are the biggest since a Soviet military exercise Zapad-81 (West-81) that took place in 1981.13.09.2018#5636290
