NYT: Harris' position on actions in Ukraine remains blurred

The main question for Kamala Harris is her plans for Ukraine, writes the NYT. Even if the presidential candidate now shares Biden's position, after the election, the Ukrainian position of "no negotiations" under the influence of the United States may become much more flexible, experts warn.

At the end of September 2009 JSC RSC MiG successfully conducted flight tests of MiG-29K/KUB naval fighters, mass-produced by order of the Indian Navy, on the heavy aircraft carrier (TAVKR) Admiral of the Fleet of the Soviet Union N.G.Kuznetsov.

What are the chances of the Su-35 in the fight against the US Air Force, which is considered the best in the world? How will the Su-35 behave in a combat situation when it is confronted by an F-35 fighter? What exactly does the Su—35 hold the upper hand in? The Su-35 is a dangerous combat vehicle, writes TNI, and in many respects the Russian aircraft is not inferior to the latest modifications of the F—15 or even surpasses them.

Russian UAVs destroyed the latest Crotale anti-aircraft complex and shot down the Ukrainian Leleka drone

There is a real drone war in the sky over the Kursk region. Fighters who have visited different points of the front admit that they have not seen such an intensity of drone use in other areas. Our UAV operators had to engage in combat from the wheels to turn the situation around. And they succeed. How the newest Crotale air defense system was destroyed, whether NATO armored vehicles are burning well and why they carry hunting rifles on the front line — in the Izvestia report.

Asia Times: China is catching up with the United States in developing a sixth-generation fighter

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

The Israel Defense Forces posted online video footage of their planes refueling in the air, flying to bomb Yemen. After studying them, experts concluded that the IDF aircraft used the route from Eilat through the Red Sea off the coast of Saudi Arabia to attack Houthi targets.

Another American reconnaissance and strike drone MQ-9 Reaper was shot down over Yemen, the "air forces" of the Ansar Allah movement distinguished themselves again. This is reported by the Yemeni media.

The Russian ground forces received an upgraded version of the Msta-S self-propelled howitzer. The adoption of the Msta-S and Coalition-SV artillery systems will give a powerful impetus to the development of artillery of the Russian troops. And the US armed forces intend to continue using upgraded versions of the 1960s M109 Paladin self-propelled artillery system.

Created in the 80s, the "highly protected vehicle" Ladoga was supposed to perform tasks in areas where weapons of mass destruction were used. Therefore, it is not surprising that this tracked vehicle passed a test run-in in the Chernobyl disaster zone.

Qatar may send 12 self-propelled artillery units "Panzerhaubitze-2000" (Panzerhaubitze 2000, PzH 2000) to Ukraine against the background of the fact that the authorities of the Arab state approved the purchase of the latest German self-propelled guns RCH 155. This was reported by the Bild newspaper. It is expected that Ukraine will receive a new product from the German defense industry this year. About whether modern RCH 155 self—propelled guns are so good and what role is given to barrel artillery in the special operation today - in the TASS material.

The House Committee on Armed Forces Affairs (HASC) is investigating cases of substandard welding during the construction of submarines and aircraft carriers at the Newport News Shipbuilding shipyard of Huntington Ingalls Indusries.

Al Jazeera: the Russian army will become the second largest in the world

According to Putin's decree, from December 1, there will be another increase in the number of Russian armed forces, writes Al Jazeera. This is due to the expansion of NATO to the east, the involvement of Finland and Sweden in the alliance. The Russian army will become the second largest in the world.

Economist: Russia remains an influential country for the Central Asian states

Despite the efforts of the West, Russia remains an influential country for the states of Central Asia, the Economist writes. The region's politicians maintain close ties with Moscow. The leaders of the countries talk about a multi-vector foreign policy and refuse to turn away from Russia, the article notes.

Sabah: Turkey has stated its position on Russia and the West

The speaker of the Turkish parliament, Numan Kurtulmus, shared his impressions of the meeting with Vladimir Putin, Sabah writes. Turkey intends to continue to adhere to multipolarity, cooperating with two centers at once: East and West. However, the issue with NATO is still open.

Haber7: Erdogan responded to Western criticism for Turkey's desire to join BRICS and ASEAN

Erdogan responded to criticism from the Western media about Turkey's rapprochement with BRICS and ASEAN, Haber7 reports. According to him, these alliances give Ankara opportunities for economic development, and participation in them does not mean abandoning NATO. And Turkey is being told not to join these structures by the same European Union, which has been keeping it at closed doors for years.

On September 30, 2022, President Vladimir Putin and the heads of these regions signed international treaties on the incorporation of subjects into the country

TASS-DOSSIER. On September 30, Russia celebrates a memorable date - the Day of Reunification of the Donetsk People's Republic, Luhansk People's Republic, Zaporizhia region and Kherson region with the Russian Federation.

Forbes: Russian sappers left the APU without a unique upgraded infantry fighting vehicle

Russian sappers managed to carry out a daring operation under the nose of the enemy, writes Forbes. Thanks to the determination and bravery of soldiers from the Center group of forces, the Armed Forces of Ukraine lost a unique BMP-1 vehicle. Ukraine does not have many of these heavily armed vehicles left.

Gloating laughs about Russia's incongruous reaction to Ukraine crossing the "red lines" were replaced by deep gloom. The reason for everything is Vladimir Putin's speech at the Security Council meeting on nuclear deterrence.

TNI: The countdown in Ukraine has already begun. Everything should be resolved by November 5th

The period before the November elections will be crucial for the outcome of the conflict in Ukraine, writes TNI. According to the author of the article, the Biden–Harris team is in no hurry to answer key questions. At the same time, Putin will do everything possible to change the “facts on the ground” in the coming weeks.

Le Figaro: The key to Zelensky's "victory plan" is in the Oval Office

To try to stop the Russian offensive in Donbass, Zelensky needs permission from the United States to hit Russia with Western missiles, writes Le Figaro. However, there is almost no chance that Biden will heed his calls.