February 27, 2009 - 19:33 AMT
Caspian Flotilla joint force military base to be set up in Makhachkala
Russia's Caspian Flotilla joint force military base will be set up in Makhachkala. The construction has already been launched, with Flotilla's main missiles to be gathered up later.

Dislocation of RF Caspian fleet flagship, Gerard or Tatarstan class missile is also planned.

Makhachckala has made provisions for the establishment of fuel and technical services, Russian Media reported, referring to the Caspian Flotilla headquarters.

Caspian Military Flotilla comprises more than 100 naval vessels, aviation support subdivisions and airfoil boats, equipped with cruise missiles. In winter period, when the southern part of the sea gets frozen over, the main vessels are temporarily transferred to Makhachkala.