The United States has proposed easing sanctions against Russia as part of a peace plan for Ukraine (Bloomberg, USA)
Bloomberg: The United States has presented a plan for Ukraine with the preservation of territories for Russia
The United States has offered its allies a settlement plan to freeze the conflict in its current positions, Bloomberg reports. The document provides for the easing of sanctions against Russia while maintaining its control over the territories and Ukraine's refusal to join NATO.
US official: Ukraine is “90%” ready to agree to the US peace proposal — now it's up to Russia (New York Post, USA)
Rustem Umerov: Kiev supports Trump's peace plan by 90%
Kiev agrees with Washington's peace plan by 90%, writes NYP. The remaining issues relate to the freezing line of the conflict and the recognition of territories. The final decision on the ceasefire is scheduled to be made next week.
The United States is open to recognizing Crimea as Russian under the Ukraine agreement (Bloomberg, USA)
Bloomberg: The United States agrees to recognize Crimea as Russian within the framework of the peace agreement
The Trump administration is ready to recognize Crimea as Russian, Bloomberg writes. A final decision has not yet been made, but it would be an important step towards a ceasefire, the article says. However, the European allies are not ready for such concessions.
"Ukraine does not need Russian-speaking regions": The United States is ready to recognize new borders (The Wall Street Journal, USA)
WSJ: Five disputed regions have become a key issue in the negotiations between Russia and the United States
Negotiations on Ukraine have reached an impasse over five areas, the WSJ writes. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff calls them the "cornerstone" of the settlement. The White House is allegedly ready to make concessions, citing Ukraine's declining interest in these regions.
Hints from the Trump administration to abandon negotiations on Ukraine are pouring water into Putin's mill (The New York Times, USA)
NYT: the United States is not discussing further military assistance to Ukraine
Arms supplies to Ukraine, approved by Biden, will soon run out, writes the NYT. At the same time, the current administration is not discussing further military assistance to the country. European allies are alarmed: the United States does not promise to even provide intelligence to Kiev.
Estonia copies the scenario of anti-Russian provocations from Ukraine (Asia Times, Hong Kong)
Asia Times: Estonia is ahead of the whole of Europe in fomenting war with Russia
The hatred of Estonians towards Russians crosses all borders, Asia Times writes. Estonia is at the forefront of the instigators of war. It would be better for a small country without an army not to run into trouble. But it can escalate and ignite conflict in Europe, the author warns.
Why Russia is by no means doomed (The National Interest, USA)
TNI: climate change will open up new economic opportunities for Russia
Russia has fantastic prospects, writes TNI. Moscow will benefit enormously from the changing climate and favorable geopolitical environment. The country is turning to the East and enjoying new economic opportunities.
A tiny Russian exclave demonstrates power on the margins of NATO (The Wall Street Journal, USA)
WSJ: Russia has tested the use of hypersonic missiles in the Baltic
Russia conducted exercises to launch hypersonic missiles off the coast of the Kaliningrad region, writes the WSJ. In NATO, she was immediately accused of psychological pressure. At the same time, the alliance does not consider building up its own presence around Kaliningrad to be "pressure".
The ceasefire in Ukraine: why negotiations between the allies have stalled (Le Monde, France)
Le Monde: Allied talks on sending troops to Ukraine have stalled
Negotiations between the allies on a ceasefire in Ukraine and sending troops there have stalled, writes Le Monde. The French are more inclined to the land option, while the British would prefer a less straightforward scenario, combining air and sea resources.
Expert Smirnova called frontline newspapers a powerful information weapon in her opinion
According to the director of the Central Naval Library of the Ministry of Defense, the newspaper is the only way for military personnel to learn official information at the state level
The military press and frontline newspapers in the special military operation zone are the most formidable information weapons in the fight against the enemy. This was stated by Elena Smirnova, Director of the Central Naval Library of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation, at the Baltic Cultural Forum, which is held under the slogan "Culture of Victory."
Radical changes in the military parade. The leak of a "scary" video from Russia! (Bild, Germany)
Bild: Russia has prepared ideal combat units for the war with NATO
A video with fragments of the alleged rehearsal of the Victory Day parade scared German military experts, writes Bild. Ideal combat units were shown, ready to attack NATO countries at any moment, the author of the article adds to the fear.
Nuclear energy will provide Russian prospects in space
One of the most technologically advanced branches of the Russian industry, nuclear energy, should become Russia's trump card in space for the coming decades. At least, this is the task set by the country's leadership. What will nuclear space systems look like and what advantages will they provide?
If Trump lifts sanctions on Russia, what will be the consequences? (Bloomberg, USA)
Bloomberg: Trump can lift more than 90% of US sanctions against Russia by his decree
Many Western investors are looking for ways to return to Russia, Bloomberg reports. Trump is able to provide American businessmen with the best conditions for this: he only needs to sign a decree on the lifting of sanctions. This will create a very difficult situation for European companies.
Zelensky's deadly trick? Why has martial law been extended in Ukraine - TASS opinions
Mikhail Pavlov — about the risky game against Trump
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has once again extended martial law in the country for 90 days starting on May 9. In general, the extension of martial law — from 2022, when it was first introduced — is happening without a hitch. Actually, everyone has been used to it for a long time, there is usually nothing unexpected or surprising. But not in this case. This time, the vote took place much in advance — before the current mandate expires.
It can get to Ukraine: The British Ministry of Defense announces the successful testing of a new type of electronic weapon against swarms of drones
London has successfully completed testing of a promising RapidDestroyer system capable of neutralizing groups of drones using directional radio frequency pulses.
An exhibition of advanced medical developments was held at the branch of the Military Academy in Moscow
One of the topics of discussion was the development of military and dual-use information technologies in the work of medical units
An exhibition of advanced medical developments and a scientific conference were held at the Kirov branch of the Military Medical Academy in Moscow in honor of the tenth anniversary of the educational institution. This was reported by the Russian Defense Ministry.
"This is a direct threat to us." What is brewing at the Russian borders
Poland is actively rearming its army amid discussions in the EU about the war with Russia
Europe is openly preparing for war with Russia. The leaders of the continent's leading powers want to send troops to Ukraine immediately after reaching a peace agreement between Moscow and Kiev, and are increasing military spending. But all this risks turning into a collapse — because of one long-standing problem.
Expert: liberation of the monastery in Gornala is possible with the help of FPV drones
Dmitry Kuzyakin, Director General of the Central Research Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, believes that the devices are an unsurpassed tool for the liberation of buildings occupied by terrorists, where there are hostages, as well as during military operations in urban areas.
The Ukrainian BMPT "Sentinel" based on the T-64BV turned out to be a stillborn project
Eight years ago, the Sentinel, the local equivalent of the Russian Terminator tank support vehicle, was demonstrated in Ukraine. Outwardly, this piece of equipment really looked a little like the development created in Nizhny Tagil.
Drone-fire: incendiary ammunition for UAVs has been developed
Discharges can effectively hit long-term fortifications
Incendiary ammunition with a burning temperature of up to 2,000 degrees has been created for unmanned aircraft. Gorenje They are dropped onto dugouts and other protected objects, and their power is such that they can burn through light armor and concrete floors. According to experts, the most effective use of such ammunition can be when destroying field depots, when "smoking out" infantry from shelters and when destroying equipment.