Putin cocks a snook at Western sanctions; Boosts Su-57 fighter production

Western bid to cut off Russia from the global financial system & choke funds failing? Sanctions now prevent Russia from gaining access to critical components like microchips. CEO of Russian state-owned firm Rostec said, 'Defence industry least impacted by sanctions'. The Su-57 fifth-generation multirole fighter is designed to destroy all types targets. Advanced radio-electronic equipment: powerful onboard computer (Electronic second pilot). A-I assumes some of the pilot’s functions, including preparations for use of weapons.