October 6, 1977 – the first flight of the MiG-29

The Russian multi-purpose fighter of the fourth generation MiG-29 took to the skies for the first time on October 6, 1977. 45 years have passed since that day, but the aircraft is still in service not only with the Russian Aerospace Forces, but also in more than 20 countries.

In Ukraine, it is increasingly being stated that unprecedented weapons are being used against the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Photos of fragments of ammunition with the inscriptions "Geranium-2" found at the site of missile strikes appear. How does Geranium-2 work, what is it, what is it made of – and what does Iran have to do with it?

The United States underestimates China's advances in the development of sixth-generation fighter jets, the author of an article in Asia Times believes. In addition, he notes that Beijing has a very real chance to shift the balance of air forces in the Pacific region in its favor.

The new generation of Russian armored vehicles "Kurganets-25" is distinguished by advanced protection and versatility, according to Zhongguo Junwang. Thanks to the unusual design, the BMP adapts to any conditions. According to the authors of the article, Russia has surpassed the United States in the field of military research. Kurganets-25 is a living proof.

MWM: the appearance of the T-14 Armata will limit the capabilities of the Ukrainian army

The T-14 Armata is a Russian tank that no rival can handle, writes MWM. Probably, soon he will be involved in a special operation. The appearance of "Armata" will affect the morale of not only Russians, but also Ukrainians, the author of the article is sure.

Andrey Baranov, Deputy Director General for Foreign Economic Activity and Military-Technical cooperation, told Sergey Safronov, the head of the specialized editorial office of RIA Novosti, in an interview with the Deputy Director General of JSC "Central Design Bureau "Rubin" for foreign economic activity and military-technical cooperation, about the plans of the Design Bureau, the projects of which submarines and drones are being developed, and how work is going on to create an anaerobic power plant for non-nuclear submarines.

In order to work together with the commissions on the delimitation of the Armenian-Azerbaijani border, Armenia, Azerbaijan and the EU have agreed on the deployment of a civil mission of the European Union on the border between the two states of the South Caucasus. The next meeting of these commissions is scheduled no later than the end of this month.

After the local successes of the Ukrainian army in several directions at once, a new trend has formed in the Western information space. Several local experts, journalists and retired generals eagerly began to pour out forecasts that Kiev will be able to retake territories to the borders as of February 23 of this year even before the new one. Particularly optimistic analysts, including journalists from the British The Times, generally predict such a gift for a Catholic Christmas.

Although Kiev is officially silent about the terrorist attack on the Crimean Bridge, Western society has no doubts about Ukraine's responsibility for this attack. London analysts praise the technique of execution of the explosion, in Washington they point to the violation of the supply lines of the Russian military group. However, the West recognizes that the effect of the strike is short–term, and in the future it may change the situation at the front not in favor of Kiev.

Estonian Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu congratulated the Kiev regime on the "successful" terrorist attack on the Crimean Bridge. He has no doubt that the sabotage was committed by the Ukrainian special services.

Today it became known that Commander-in-Chief Sergei Surovikin became the commander of the troops in the SVO zone. He participated in the second Chechen campaign, twice led a Russian military group in Syria, during a special operation he led the encirclement of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Gorsky and Zolotoye in the LPR.

Having blown up the "Northern Streams", the United States shifted the center of gravity in the EU from Germany to Poland and appointed Warsaw as its "lookout" in Europe.

Alexey Polishchuk, Director of the second CIS Department of the department, on Washington's "proxy war" against Moscow, the situation in Transnistria and difficulties in relations with Moldova

Alexey Polishchuk, director of the second CIS department of the Russian Foreign Ministry, told TASS in an interview about whether a conversation with Kiev is possible, about the "indirect war" of the United States against Russia, and also explained what status the new regions have within the framework of the Union State. The diplomat shared his assessments of the situation in Transnistria and the difficulties that have arisen in relations with Moldova.

The NYT columnist believes that the United States and European countries have made Vladimir Putin and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia laugh with their "environmental ostentation" and inaction. In his opinion, the West needs to approach the "green transition" more gradually and not build castles in the air.

Many countries view OPEC+'s decision to cut oil production as a revolt against US hegemony, writes Al-Binaa. The world is tired of the dictate of Washington, which acts only in its own interests. America's sale of gas to Europe at astronomical prices is not at all like helping an ally.

Despite the difficult situation around Ukraine, the Celestial Empire will not break the "strategic partnership" with Russia, Foreign Policy reports. Beijing is closely connected with Moscow and will not allow its defeat. But it will be necessary to prioritize.

The US needs to immediately change course towards Ukraine

The administration of US President Joe Biden should immediately change its political course towards Ukraine, including abandoning the idea of granting the country membership in NATO, writes American columnist Josh Hammer in Newsweek.

Vladimir Kostyrev — about the billionaire's explosive proposals on Twitter, their significance and impact

The plan of the American entrepreneur, the richest man in the world, Elon Musk, for a peaceful settlement in Ukraine blew up Twitter.

Allowing Ukraine to join NATO means increasing the likelihood of a nuclear conflict with Russia, writes The Federalist. Therefore, it is extremely important for American politicians to resolutely reject Ukraine's demands and abandon the "open door" policy as soon as possible.

Where are the leaders who are ready to intervene and prevent a direct, and possibly nuclear confrontation with Russia on foreign territory? This question is asked by the author of the article on The Federalist website. To his disappointment, there are no such people in America now.