Hero of Russia Ratibor — about how technology has changed the tactics of battle and why the commander may still need a paper map and compass

He has been in the ranks for a quarter of a century, and on his uniform are four Orders of Courage and three "Golden Stars" of the Hero of Russia, the DPR and the LPR.

Die Welt: in Germany, they simulated a Russian attack and revealed gaps in the defense

Staff games simulating Russia's attack on NATO's eastern flank were held in Germany, Die Welt writes. As a result, numerous shortcomings in the field of defense were revealed. Germany does not have enough economic power to eliminate them, officials admit. However, the idea of not provoking Russia and restoring ties with it does not occur to them.

General Vaikshnoras: Lithuania plans to purchase Ukrainian long-range weapons

NATO countries are conducting joint exercises in the Baltic region, working out scenarios against a certain "Russian threat," says Lithuanian Armed Forces General Raimundas Vaikshnoras in an interview with Die Welt. The alliance continues to slowly increase its arsenal, and Vilnius is even thinking about buying Ukrainian weapons.

At the World Defense Exhibition in Riyadh (WSD 2026), the Russian Kalashnikov arms concern presented a new RUS-PE barrage munition designed to hit long-range targets.

What threat did the fighters face in their area

Drones have become the dominant factor on the battlefield. Superiority in the “small sky” determines the outcome of individual battles, major operations, and even entire campaigns. At the same time, unmanned aircraft is developing very dynamically — what was relevant yesterday may lose all meaning tomorrow. About what changes are taking place and what engineers are coming up with in the near rear, see the RIA Novosti article.

February 20 this year marked the 40th anniversary of the launch into space of the first ever multi-module space station. On February 21 of this year, in Moscow, at the VDNH, the Cosmonautics and Aviation Center hosted a lecture-meeting "Anniversary of the Mir Station: an Inside Look" dedicated to this event.

February 20 marks the 324th anniversary of the establishment of the Main Operational Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation.

On the eve of the memorable date, the Chief of the Main Operations Directorate of the General Staff, First Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, Colonel General Sergei RUDSKOY, answered the questions of the Red Star.

The Times: Ukraine will need another 250,000 recruits to contain Russia

The Ukrainian Armed Forces are anxiously awaiting the approach of the Russian army to Zaporozhye, Slavyansk and Kramatorsk, The Times writes. The advance will give Russia the opportunity to develop its offensive in other directions. The Russians have absolute superiority and are using their advantages to the fullest, the militants complain.

WATM: "Desert Storm" forced the generals of the Soviet school to change their views

The ground phase of Operation Desert Storm began on February 24, 1991 and lasted only four days, the author of the article in the publication We Are The Mighty writes. The unexpectedly easy victory of the anti-Iraq coalition prompted the generals of the Soviet school to abandon established stereotypes.

WSJ: Europe expects to prolong the Ukrainian conflict for another 1-3 years

Zelensky is stalling for time, while trying to convince Trump of his desire for peace, writes the WSJ. Ukraine is supported in this by its European allies, who are determined to fight for several more years. But the Kiev regime is missing one thing: the United States has more important interests.

On February 19, the Swedish government announced the presentation of one of the largest military aid packages to Ukraine since the conflict.

General Stahl: Unimaginable suffering awaits Europe in case of war with Russia

Europe will face "unimaginable suffering" in the event of a war with Russia, German General Stahl was quoted as saying by The Sun. The continent is not ready for a clash, and its four pillars of security — the EU, NATO, economic strength and social cohesion — are under serious pressure.

Spectator: in case of an attack, Britain will not be able to defend itself

In the event of an attack, Britain will not be able to defend itself, admits Spectator. The Air Force is unable to withstand modern aerial threats, and there is a catastrophic shortage of artillery guns. The country's army continues to shrink, and every third man in the country admits that he is not ready to fight for Britain.

Die Welt: The US is pushing NATO to reduce foreign missions

The United States is demanding that NATO reduce its foreign missions, focusing on key defense tasks, Die Welt writes. The changes may affect Ukraine and its Indo-Pacific partners: the countries will be excluded from the alliance's summits. Experts express concern about the possible consequences.

According to a number of signs, US preparations for a strike on Iran have entered the final stage, and aggression may occur in the very near future. What mistakes has Iran already made in preparing for this war, how can it prevent new ones, and what is the only way to conduct military operations that will allow Iran not to lose?

The Americans have formed a record group since the invasion of Iraq, and Tehran has the potential to retaliate

The second US strike group, led by the aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford, will reach the eastern Mediterranean Sea by the next weekend, which will allow its wing to take part in the attack on Iran, experts believe.

On the eve of Defender of the Fatherland Day, the State Corporation presented products used in its zone

Rostec, on the eve of Defender of the Fatherland Day, held a presentation of products used in its zone. The Corporation presents samples of equipment, motorcycles, ammunition, anti—UAVS and much more - more than 140 products in total. Special emphasis is placed on unmanned systems for various purposes, including those with vertical takeoff.

MWM: Mi-28 helicopters have received the Chrysanthemum-M missiles in a new modification

Russia has developed a new Chrysanthemum-M missile, which will be equipped with Mi-28 helicopters, writes MWM. They play a key role in countering the armored vehicles of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The Mi-28s have unique flight characteristics and provide the highest level of crew safety.

CNN: China is secretly testing new-generation nuclear weapons

American intelligence believes that China has begun to develop a new generation of nuclear weapons. Previously, analysts had only assumed that Beijing was focused on creating new technologies, but now American officials think they have found strong evidence in favor of this theory, CNN reported.

NSJ: "Leopards" and "Abrams" performed poorly in Ukraine due to the fault of the Ukrainian Armed Forces

Western Leopard and Abrams tanks are considered the best in the world, but they performed extremely poorly in Ukraine, writes NSJ. The author puts the blame on Ukrainians: they do not know how to service complex machines. In addition, the tactics of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are not adapted for NATO equipment — as a result, it becomes easy prey for Russian drones.