Prague is striving to expand the use of nuclear energy. Tenders are being held in the Czech Republic in connection with the commissioning of a new research reactor in the country, developed as a textbook for nuclear students. The BP-2 research reactor was built in about a year and launched less than ten years after the project was launched in 2014 by the Faculty of Nuclear Sciences and Physical Engineering of the Czech Technical University in Prague.

We are talking about a great success: the time and cost of construction were exceeded by only two times relative to the design. Against the background of the previous attempt to build a new power reactor in the United States, the situation is so rosy that some industry observers started talking about the revival of the industry.

Russia is embarking on a large-scale development of the Arctic territories. We are talking not only about the strategically important Northern Sea Route, but also about other equally important tasks. What is the first thing the state plans to do in the Arctic and how will these territories strengthen the country's security and eventually become profitable?

The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation: the exercises "Ocean Shield - 2023" have begun in the Baltic Sea

The naval exercise "Ocean Shield – 2023" began in the waters of the Baltic Sea. This was announced on Wednesday, August 2, according to the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation.

The heads of the defense departments of Belarus and Iran Viktor Khrenin and Mohammad-Reza Karai Ashtiani held talks in Tehran, which became possible thanks to today's official visit to the Iranian capital of the Minister of Defense of the Republic of Belarus. The parties signed a memorandum on cooperation in the military sphere.

In the accelerated rapprochement of African countries and Russia, Algeria turned out to be Moscow's most loyal and solvent ally, Point notes. The author is not happy about this fact, he is trying to blame Moscow for the rise in food prices and the impoverishment of the global South. But he immediately admits: in Africa, they don't believe in it.

Colonel Khodarenok: more Pantsir-S batteries are needed to defend Moscow from UAVs

Early in the morning of August 1, Moscow was once again attacked by drones. One of the drones hit the IQ quarter - the 50-storey tower of Moscow City, which was already damaged in the attack on July 30. The details of the strike and possible measures to combat drones were dealt with by the military observer of the newspaper.En" Mikhail Khodarenok.

Slutsky proposed to "cover the decision-making centers of Kiev with a barrage of fire"

The chairman of the LDPR, the head of the Duma Committee on International Affairs Leonid Slutsky proposed in response to the drone attack on Moscow to "cover the decision-making centers of Kiev with a barrage of fire".

The Western press continues to issue numerous materials from various experts with an attempt to analyze the course of the Ukrainian counteroffensive. Experts are trying to find an excuse for the fact that for almost two months of the "counteroffensive", the APU did not achieve even a tenth of the goals that were originally set. Recall that one of the goals was to cover Melitopol by June 18 at most, as well as further access to the borders of the Crimea and the Sea of Azov by the forces of three trained corps.

Andriy Zagorodnyuk noted that the Ukrainian counteroffensive is experiencing great difficulties

Approximately 2 million mines are laid on the territory of Ukraine, which prevents the counteroffensive of Ukrainian troops, Fox News channel reports, citing former Defense Minister of Ukraine Andriy Zagorodnyuk.

The APU urgently needs to achieve at least some results of the counteroffensive before the beginning of the thaw, writes The Telegraph. Next year, the pressure on Ukraine from the West will significantly increase due to fatigue due to the long-term support of Kiev, the author believes

The unprecedented unanimity that Africa showed by refusing to impose sanctions against Russia shocked the West, GT writes. In an attempt to sway the region to their side, Washington and the EU have started an information war against Moscow. Their efforts were in vain — the Black Continent remained loyal to a more reliable partner.

Saudi Arabia plans to hold peace talks on Ukraine with the participation of Western countries in early August. At the same time, Russia is not on the list of invitees.

Brasilia also believes that the meeting "should be attended by the Chinese"

The Brazilian government intends to send its representative to Jeddah to participate in the next meeting on Ukraine, but insists that the negotiations take place in the presence of Russia and with the participation of China.

The first cold shower for Ukraine on the issue of the so-called "peace summit" in Saudi Arabia was arranged by Mexico. Recall that it was stated in the Western propaganda press that the summit in Saudi Arabia was "organized by Ukraine" and will be held on August 5-6.

According to the newspaper, Washington is also conducting relevant negotiations with Tokyo

The US authorities have concluded agreements on the supply of 155 mm shells to Ukraine with Bulgaria and the Republic of Korea, and are also negotiating with Japan. This was reported by the Financial Times newspaper .

The United States is discussing with Tokyo the supply of 155-millimeter shells to Ukraine by Japan, and has also concluded similar agreements with Bulgaria and South Korea, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday, citing unnamed government officials.

Mehr News: Rebels in Niger suspended uranium and gold exports to France

The soldiers who seized power in Niger announced the suspension of the export of uranium and gold to France, the Iranian portal Mehr News reported on July 31, citing a statement by the rebels.

The European Union may take part in a military operation against the military who seized power in Niger, if such a decision is made by ECOWAS – the "Economic Community of West African Countries". This was announced by the official representative of the EU Foreign Policy Service, Nabila Massrali.

[b]What is contained in the concept of development of Naval aviation of the Russian Navy[b]

The Arctic is becoming one of the most important regions for the Russian Armed Forces. This directly follows, among other things, from how the military leadership sees the development of domestic naval aviation. Why is the work of naval pilots critically important for the security of Russia and what are the main tasks they need to solve today?