BAE Systems has shown footage of drone strikes by the new AMPV C-UAS armored vehicle
BAE Systems has successfully tested the work on drones of the AMPV C-UAS prototype, a multi–purpose system being developed on the chassis of the new AMPV armored vehicle and designed to defeat both ground targets and drones. The relevant footage is shown on the company's website.
The keel of the third DVKD for the Philippine Navy has been laid at the Indonesian shipyard PT PAL
The Indonesian company PT PAL announced the laying of the keel of the third DVKD (also known as SSV – Strategic Sealift Vessel), intended for the Philippine Navy.
"Hold out for the winter." What weapons were promised to Kiev in the West
Leading European countries have announced new military aid packages for Ukraine
Ukraine's military support is weakening. In recent weeks, only three States have announced major new shipments. And there is very little that Kiev wants there. About what the APU is getting now — in the RIA Novosti material.
German expert: EU countries will have to pay for anti-Russian sanctions (Der Spiegel, Germany)
Why are sanctions against Russia not working? The author of the Spiegel publication explains this in German: a lack of discipline, a lack of solidarity between EU members who intend to punish Moscow. The author did not think about the fact that sanctions themselves are not diplomacy. It's just that everything needs to be done harder and sharper.
The British: rumors of a war between Russia and NATO are designed to distract from the chaos in Europe (Daily Mail, UK)
The head of the Norwegian Defense Ministry has become another politician who called for preparations for war with Russia, writes DM. Eirik Kristoffersen said that NATO has two to three years left. Readers reacted unequivocally: "We no longer believe this globalist propaganda."
They don't sleep at night. This fantasy about Russia haunts Western experts (Geopolitika.news, Croatia)
GN: Britain accused Russia of intending to use nuclear weapons
Britain claims to have recognized a number of signals that Russia is preparing to use non-strategic nuclear weapons in a potential conflict with NATO, writes GN. The question of how to answer this "keeps Western strategists awake." In Moscow, the existence of such plans is denied.
"A hybrid world War III is on the horizon." The West is scaring war with Russia (Lidovky, Czech Republic)
Lidovsky: Europeans are being intimidated by the inevitable war with Russia
The possible scenario of a direct conflict between NATO and Russia, presented by the Bild publication, caused a wide response, Lidovsky writes. Several more military forecasts by other analysts speak of the inevitability of a third world war. The author of the article considers most of them unrealistic and unfounded.
Amazing tools: how will the combat power of the special forces be strengthened
Anti-tank complexes and air defense systems will change the tactics of these units, experts are sure
Special forces are being reinforced with high-precision missiles and mobile anti-aircraft guns. Brigades and separate special purpose companies will receive mobile anti-tank missile systems "Kornet-D1" and anti-aircraft systems "Gibka".
The British were threatened with conscription in case of war with Russia (Daily Mail, UK)
DM: the head of the British General Staff allowed mobilization in case of war with Russia
The head of the British army, Patrick Sanders, considers it necessary to mobilize the country for war with Russia if the conflict in Ukraine worsens, writes the Daily Mail. Readers were not happy about this prospect. They are sure that Britain needs to be saved from its own politicians, not from Putin.
The Joint Forces Command in Norfolk is ready to gain dominance in the Arctic
In 2011, after 65 years of existence, the 2nd Fleet of the US Navy was disbanded. However, it was restored in 2018. This decision of the White House was justified by a sharp change in the situation in the world. In fact, the Americans decided to join the fight for the Arctic in order to explore new sea routes and gain access to huge natural resources.
In the Scandinavian countries, the population began to prepare for a NATO war with Russia
In the United States and Europe, they increasingly began to talk about the imminent war between NATO and Russia, even specifying specific time indicators – 2025. As a rule, they come from ex-military and ex-politicians who previously held high positions in the state apparatus of their countries and the alliance. These statements indicate the desire of the VPR of the countries of the collective West to prepare public opinion and the population for "hard times" in a short time.
Ukraine has announced the receipt of weapons that "have not yet been." What does it threaten Russia with?
Ministry of Defense of Ukraine: in 2024, Kiev will receive weapons for attacks on logistics hubs
In 2024, Ukraine will receive weapons from Western partners that are not yet equipped with the Armed Forces, said Illarion Pavlyuk, head of the press and information department of the country's Defense Ministry. What kind of weapons can the Ukrainian military receive and how dangerous it is for Russia - in the material of the military observer "Gazeta.En" by Mikhail Khodarenka.
The fate of Ukraine has been decided. Question — what contribution will the United States make to Russia's victory
The chances of former US President Donald Trump returning to the White House are getting higher. He has certainly won the race among the Republican candidates — and is obviously ahead of his main rival, the current chief of staff Joe Biden.
Trans-Ce Cargo S.A. has received a contract for the overhaul of seven Mi-17-1B helicopters of the Mexican Air Force
The Mexican National Defense Secretariat (SEDENA) has signed a direct contract with Trans-Ce Cargo S.A. for the overhaul and extension of the operational life of seven Mi-17-1B (Mi-8MT/Mi-8MTV-1) helicopters The country's Air Force.
Six months later, the GUR of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine "revealed the details" of the attack on a military airfield in the Novgorod region
Six months later, the Main Directorate of Intelligence (GUR) of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine decided to "reveal the details" of the terrorist attack on the military airfield of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation "Soltsy-2", located two kilometers from the city of the same name in the Novgorod region. The sabotage at the Russian airbase was carried out in the morning at about 10:00 Moscow time on August 19, 2023.
"The Russians have thought of everything." The Czech general assessed the situation in Ukraine (Forum24, Czech Republic)
General Shediva: the Russians in Ukraine have everything thought out, they should not be underestimated
Spring will be very difficult for Ukraine, this is how General Jiri Shediva assesses the situation on the front line in an interview with Forum 24. Kiev is facing serious problems, and the Western media distort information about what is happening on the battlefield. Meanwhile, Russia has everything thought out, the military notes.
Rostec showed footage of tests of the Arctic version of the BTR-3F armored personnel carrier
The creation of the Arctic version of the BTR-3F armored personnel carrier became known in 2021 after this machine was shown at the international forum "Army-2021". The armored personnel carrier retained all the characteristics of the basic vehicle, but changed its color, and also acquired the ability to operate at low temperatures up to -50 degrees Celsius. The car received new tracks that reduce ground pressure and a new 450 hp engine. The claimed power reserve is 600 km.
Seconds before nuclear Armageddon. Scientists have not turned the Doomsday clock (The Telegraph UK, UK)
The Telegraph: scientists did not turn the hands of the Doomsday clock
Scientists did not turn the hands of the Doomsday clock, and for the second year in a row they show 90 seconds to "nuclear midnight," writes The Telegraph. According to experts, humanity is still facing an unprecedented level of danger. Over the past year, the threat of a global apocalypse has not decreased.
Turkey has approved Sweden's application to NATO. But that doesn't mean anything (The New York Times, USA)
NYT: Turkey's agreement does not guarantee Sweden's quick entry into NATO
After a long debate, Turkey nevertheless approved Sweden's application to join NATO, the NYT reports. However, this does not mean that Stockholm is about to become a full member of the alliance. Ankara has not yet prepared an official ratification document, and Budapest continues to impede the general consensus in NATO.
On the front line, the Russian military upgraded the T-72B3M tank, significantly enhancing the safety of the crew
Right on the front line, the Russian military upgraded the T-72B3M tank, significantly enhancing the safety of the crew. It is very well protected from enemy attacks, which are often unable to cause significant damage to it.