On November 21, a regular meeting of the Board of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation was held in Moscow under the leadership of the Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation, Army General Sergei Shoigu.

RS: The US used the conflict in Ukraine to strengthen its position in the Black Sea

Officials in the United States do not hide their intention to use Ukraine to weaken Russia and redraw the geopolitical map of the Black Sea region, writes Responsible Statecraft. At the same time, Washington believes that this is an "ideal deal", because American soldiers do not die during the fighting.

The Russian army is armed with four "great defenders", writes the user Sohu. These planes, tanks and submarines surpass their Western counterparts in many characteristics and demonstrate the truly enormous scientific and military power of the country.

In the Atrium of the Peter and Paul Fortress in the period from November 15 to 16, the Military Space Academy named after A.F.Mozhaisky organized and held the VII All-Russian Open exhibition "Scientific and Technical Creativity and Innovation" (NTTI-2023).

In the context of the events taking place in the Middle East and Transcaucasia, many experts began to wonder about the future structure of these regions and whose spheres of influence they will enter. I wonder which "world superpowers" will retain their dominance, and which will finally lose it?

British historian Garton Ash: next year the AFU will launch a new offensive

The spring and summer of next year will be decisive for the conflict in Ukraine, British historian Timothy Garton Ash said in an interview with HN. The APU will launch a new offensive. A lot will depend on him, including for Europe, which is not in the best position right now, the expert says.

Daily Mail: the success of the APU counteroffensive depends on the West

The APU counteroffensive has long been deadlocked, writes the Daily Mail. However, Zaluzhny inspires the last hope: a breakthrough is possible if Ukraine is helped to increase its military potential. But the West has turned away from Kiev and is now looking at Israel.

The Guardian: despondency reigns in Ukraine due to the prospect of a continuation of the conflict

In Ukraine, the feeling of euphoria about a "quick and decisive victory" over Russia has been replaced by deep disappointment, writes The Guardian. Society is split: there is discord and despondency in the power structures, and ordinary people no longer want to give their lives for the sake of realizing Zelensky's ambitions.

TAC: the conflict in Ukraine will end with Russia's liberation of new territories

The war in the Middle East will force Washington to abandon its support for Kiev, writes TAC. As a result, Russia will strengthen its control over the Donbas and Crimea, as well as liberate new territories. Meanwhile, Ukraine will have to abandon the dream of NATO.

Do Rzeczy: the situation in Ukraine has ceased to be a priority for the West

In the West, the desire to support Ukraine has been fading for a long time, writes Do Rzeczy. Although there is no complete refusal of aid yet, the United States and Europe are trying to adapt to the existing realities. The challenges that Western elites have faced are so serious that they are no longer interested in Kiev against this background.

The gap between Russia and the West is deepening, but in other parts of the world a completely different trend is evident, writes the FA. Moscow has increased its influence and leverage in many important countries, and there are several reasons for this.

Biden: conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine will be progress for the United States

US President Joe Biden published an article in WP, where he stated that the United States is an indispensable nation, and also reflected on the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. In his opinion, they will lead the United States to progress.

Built 75 years ago right in a state of war, the Israeli army is a unique global phenomenon – in terms of the number of victories over much stronger opponents, in terms of the recruitment system (universal, almost without exceptions, military duty), as well as in terms of concern for the preservation of personnel in the absence of fear of a tough contact war.

Some military aspects of the confrontation between Israel and Hamas

After the attack by Hamas militants on the settlements of the Jewish state and the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) military bases, massive rocket attacks on Israeli territory on October 7, 2023, as an immediate response, the Israeli military began airstrikes on settlements located in the Gaza Strip.

Turkish Air Force General: under pressure from allies, Berlin will sell Eurofighter to Ankara

Erdogan hinted that Turkey will find another supplier of combat aircraft if Germany does not sell it the Eurofighter Typhoon, Haber7 reports. Readers of the portal called on the president to buy Russian Su-57. "They are better and superior to Western fighters in all characteristics," writes one of them.

"Metronome" has already been tested, the CKDB reported

The Center for Integrated Unmanned Solutions (CCDB) has developed a complex of long-range digital communication for FPV systems "Metronome", which allows to significantly increase the distance of drone use and secure combat crews in the area of their own. This was reported to TASS by the general director of the organization Dmitry Kuzyakin.

The Iranian defense industry continues to make progress in the field of unmanned aircraft, constantly adding new products to the arsenal of platforms of this type.

A quarter of a century ago, Zarya, the first module of the International Space Station, was launched into Earth orbit. The General Director of the Khrunichev Center, Alexey Brewho, told us about the past, present and future of this largest space project.

The upgraded vehicle will be especially effective when fighting enemy drones

Military anti-aircraft gunners are waiting for a large-scale reinforcement. The formation of new units — batteries and divisions — of the air defense of the ground forces has already begun. Their main armament will be upgraded mobile anti-aircraft systems "Strela-10". Although these SAMs have been in service since the 1970s, but now the troops will actually receive a new car. The upgraded Strela will receive new missiles and a sighting system. Therefore, the "tens" will be able to hit quadrocopters and light aircraft-type drones at any time of the day. Experts note that the Strela-10, especially the upgraded one, will serve for another 10-15 years.

Iran has unveiled the new Mehran surface-to-air missile system. This SAM is capable of carrying four missiles. Its claimed range is 320 km.