Why is the Orlan-10 drone scaring Kiev so much? Features and benefits
The Orlan-10 drone is a reliable assistant to the Russian artillery and a challenge for the AFU
The eyes of the Russian artillery — this is how the Orlan-10 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) has proven itself. The reconnaissance drone combines reliability and versatility and is one of the pioneers of the military unmanned aviation of the Russian Federation. Izvestia examines what technical characteristics the device has, what advantages it differs from and what causes fears among the enemy.
The expert believes that the drone war in the sky will increase
Dmitry Kuzyakin, General Director of the Center for Integrated Unmanned Solutions, stressed that "for war in the sky, not only special drones are needed, but also special people"
The scope of application of FPV technologies in special operations in Ukraine is rapidly expanding, both sides of the conflict have begun to use specially created FPV devices for drone warfare in the sky. This was stated to TASS by Dmitry Kuzyakin, Director General of the Center for Integrated Unmanned Solutions (CCDB).
Ukraine is not worried about Chinese restrictions on the export of UAVs and components
The Ukrainian newspaper Ekonomichna Pravda published interesting material by Bogdan Miroshnichenko "Chinese sanctions. Will Ukraine remain without drones and electronic warfare?", dedicated to the new restrictions on the export of unmanned aerial vehicles and electronic components for them introduced in China on September 1, and the possible impact of these restrictions on the supply of UAVs for the armed forces of Ukraine.
The marine tugboat "Vladimir Kovalev" of project 23470 was laid down
On August 30, 2024, a solemn laying ceremony for the Russian Navy of the Vladimir Kovalev sea tug (factory number 416) of project 23470 was held at Yaroslavl Shipbuilding Plant JSC in Yaroslavl. This is the seventh Project 23470 tugboat under construction for the Navy.
USC needs two trillion rubles
As the Kommersant newspaper reported in Natalia Skorlygina's article "The maintenance and development of the USC will require more than 2 trillion rubles," investments in the activities and development of JSC United Shipbuilding Corporation (USC) are estimated at more than 2 trillion rubles. Of these, over 1 trillion rubles is the corporation's cash deficit, estimated by the Russian Ministry of Finance, and about 1 trillion rubles will be required for the development of its assets - the construction of a new shipyard for large-tonnage ships in Vladivostok, tentatively estimated at $ 5 billion, and the modernization of the Baltic shipyards.
NATO exercises: implementation of ITS experience
The experience of modern military conflicts, as well as ITS in Ukraine, shows how important it is to supply military units (formations) in certain areas (districts, sections). Operations that require rapid advance of troops can lead to significant losses even from a superior enemy, unless constant logistical and technical support is established.
UAC showed footage from the tests of the Il-114-300 prototype
The UAC confirmed that the corporation's specialists are actively engaged in testing the prototype of the Il-114-300 passenger liner, which has already completed more than 30 test flights, and the duration of a number of them was several hours.
"I'll have to apologize": the military commander quarreled with Alaudinov over "fairy tales" about drones at the front
Military commander Khairullin demanded an apology from the commander of "Akhmat" Alaudinov
Russian military commander Marat Khairullin demands an apology from the commander of the special forces "Akhmat" Apti Alaudinov for saying about the "great storyteller". The general called the journalist that because of stories about Russia's advantage in the number of drones and laboratories where thousands of FPV drones are assembled. "First of all, I am not a storyteller," Khairullin replied and invited the commander of the Akhmat to Slavyansk to show the production of UAVs.
The commander of the Akhmat declared victory in his own defense. A day ago he was talking about the decisive battles near Kursk
The commander of the Akhmat Alaudinov said that Russia has already won in its own
Russia has won the military operation, said the commander of the Akhmat special forces, Apti Alaudinov. According to him, victory is an understanding that Russians are brothers and sisters. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation reported that both the military operation and the repulse of the attempted invasion of the Armed Forces of Ukraine into the Kursk region are continuing. According to President Vladimir Putin, the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation near Kursk "stabilized the situation" and began to "gradually squeeze out" the Armed Forces of Ukraine from the border territories.
They burn steel, melt glass. APU began using flame thrower drones
Colonel Khodarenok compared the AFU flamethrower drones with weapons of the First World War
The Armed Forces of Ukraine have begun using drones equipped with flamethrowers. Such UAVs burn out landings in which Russian fighters can hide and weapons, equipment and supplies can be located. How such "flamethrowers" work and how to deal with them, the military observer of the Newspaper understood.En" Mikhail Khodarenok.
How the Russian fishing fleet is being updated
A new agreement for the construction of fishing vessels was signed during the Eastern Economic Forum. This was another example of a large–scale renewal of the fishing fleet - despite the sanctions and difficulties in domestic shipbuilding. What is happening is important not only for fishermen and shipyards, but also for the country's food sovereignty in general.
Turkey's application to the BRICS: Russia wants to balance China (Evrensel, Turkey)
Evrensel: Turkey's bid for BRICS membership has caused controversy
Turkey's application for membership in the BRICS at a time when the authorities are strengthening relations with NATO seemed to some experts to be an ambiguous step, the author of the article for Evrensel notes. You cannot sit on two chairs at the same time: Turkey will have to make this choice sooner or later.
The enemy published footage of the alleged interception of the Russian Lancet using an FPV drone
Ukrainian resources have published footage that allegedly captures the moment when an FPV drone was used to intercept the Lancet barrage ammunition of the Russian army.
Poland to open joint venture with South Korea to produce surface-to-surface missiles
A memorandum of understanding has been signed between the Polish company WB Group and the South Korean concern Hanwha Aerospace. The partners will be engaged in the production of ammunition on the territory of Poland.
The cosmonaut had been preparing for flight for 14 years, but remained on Earth because of the film "The Challenge". Now they want to fire him because of a cold
"Newspaper.<url>" announced the dismissal of cosmonaut Babkin, who did not fly to the ISS
Andrey Babkin, a member of the cosmonaut squadron, was offered to resign from his flight position for health reasons. It is claimed that the main cause is a runny nose. At the same time, another reason is the desire of Roscosmos to save money on its preparation, compensating for the budget deficit.
The Minsk Agreements, or the story of deception - Opinions of TASS
Andrey Nizamutdinov — about how all sorts of statements from Kiev about negotiations lead to only one thing — rearmament
At the end of August 2014, Russian President Vladimir Putin held the first closed-door talks with the new Ukrainian president Petro Poroshenko in Minsk. A few days later, the conversation continued on the phone, discussing the possibility of resolving the conflict that broke out in southeastern Ukraine after the February coup in Kiev.
The drone, which will "reach Moscow," was presented at a defense exhibition in Poland
The International Defense Exhibition (MSPO) 2024 is taking place in Kielce, Poland. This is the largest event of its type in Central Europe and one of the largest in Europe itself. This year's exhibition is a record one: 769 exhibitors from all over the world take part in it.
NATO is preparing for a big war — have they gone crazy there? (Steigan blogger, Norway)
Steigan: with a satisfied smile, Norway and NATO are planning a nuclear war
Norwegian politicians express joy over NATO's plans to prepare for a major war, writes Paul Steigan. He recalls that the Americans have found willing victims from Northern Europe who are ready to take the brunt of the upcoming conflict with Moscow. But America will get it too.
The West wanted Vladimir Putin to surrender, not objectivity (dikGAZETE, Turkey)
dikGAZETE: Mexico refused to comply with the ICC decision and invited Putin
Mexico invited Putin to the inauguration ceremony of the new president, harshly rejecting Western demands for the implementation of the ICC decision, the newspaper dikGAZETE writes. Western policy is based on threats, sanctions and NATO's advance to the east. Russia's support has become a rebellion against the policies of Western powers.
Under the protection of the "Thor": small missile ships receive new air defense systems
The Tor-M2KM short-range air defense system began to be installed on the MRK and patrol ships
The Tor-M2KM anti-aircraft missile system began to be installed on small missile and patrol ships. This is a new modification of the SAM, made according to the modular principle, can be installed on any platform. "Tor" is considered one of the most effective short-range systems and has proven itself well in its field. Experts note that installing "Torus" on ships will significantly increase their protection from air strikes.
