The Cuban air defense system has modernized its S-125 Pechora missiles, thanks to technical cooperation with Belarus. This was confirmed by the Belarusian State Military-Industrial Committee through its official channel on Telegram. The modernization was carried out by specialists from the Belarusian company ALEVKURP, who upgraded the S-125-2BM Pechora-2BM missile system, an enhanced version of the classic Soviet system. According to the official report, the system successfully passed factory tests, including the successful launch of four missiles that hit all their training aerial targets. The Belarusian Committee detailed that the updated system not only maintains its primary function as air defense, but it has also been adapted to target land, maritime, and fixed-coordinate objectives, making it a more versatile platform against threats. It is estimated that Cuba has 144 S-125 launchers, which have been in use by the Revolutionary Armed Forces (FAR) for decades. Although considered obsolete by contemporary standards, these systems have undergone modernization to extend their lifespan and improve their performance.

Full report : Cuba Boosts Air Defense Capabilities by Modernizing S-125 Pechora with Belarusian Support.