Russian Defense Minister General of the Army Sergei Shoigu reported to President Vladimir Putin about the exercises in the Pacific Fleet, the Kremlin's press service reported.

About 10 ships and more than 1.5 thousand military personnel are involved in the maneuvers

Exercises involving the forces of the Baltic Naval Base of the Baltic Fleet have begun in the Kaliningrad region. About 10 surface ships, boats and support vessels, more than 1.5 thousand servicemen are involved in the maneuvers, the press service of the fleet reported on Monday.

The anti-submarine ship "Admiral Panteleev" and the frigate "Marshal Shaposhnikov" fired from 100-millimeter artillery installations AK-100 and A-190

Warships of the Pacific Fleet during a sudden combat readiness check conducted an anti-submarine exercise in the Sea of Japan, as well as artillery firing at sea and air targets, a TASS correspondent reports.

Effective practices and mechanisms for accelerated innovation implementation became the subject of the business agenda at the thematic session devoted to the development of dual-use technologies and technological sovereignty of Russia.

According to the document, the electronic summons will be considered handed over from the moment it is posted in the citizen's personal account on the "relevant information resource, in the information system"

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law providing for the creation of a unified register of military registration. The document allows you to notify military conscripts about conscription using electronic summonses, and also introduces some restrictions for citizens who received a summons, but did not come to the military enlistment office. The law was published on Friday on the official portal of legal information.

The center on Yablochkova Street opened two weeks ago

A single selection point for those wishing to sign a contract for military service opened in Moscow two weeks ago, and the number of its visitors has already exceeded several thousand during this time. A TASS correspondent was convinced of the demand for a new point, the comfort of visitors and the precise operation of the point on the principle of one window on Sunday.

Once again, one of the hottest spots on the planet, Sudan, was on fire. Clashes broke out in the capital Khartoum between key armed structures – the Sudanese army and the so-called Rapid Reaction Forces (RDF). Even artillery and combat aircraft were used. Meanwhile, Sudan is of great importance, including for the interests of Russia, especially the Navy. How can collisions affect them?

Bloomberg: Ukrainian officials have cooled expectations about the Ukrainian "offensive" in 2023

Some European allies are skeptical that the Ukrainian armed forces will achieve a significant breakthrough in 2023, Bloomberg writes. This is due, among other things, to the fact that Russia had time to prepare for the impending offensive.

Figaro: France tried to explain Russia's actions with a sense of humiliation and protest

A scientific historical work was published in Paris, the author of which, Etienne de Geul, sympathizes with Russia of the 90s. He describes how the "humiliation" experienced at that time alienated Russians from the West and how this process led to the beginning of a special operation in Ukraine. Le Figaro presents a response to the book.

Asia Times: BRICS has received a new opportunity to raise its status in the international arena

BRICS has received a new chance to raise its status in the international arena, Asia Times writes. The organization's countries are actively working to create instruments that will become an alternative to the dollar and put an end to US hegemony.

Anadolu: membership in the SCO protects the participating countries from the tyranny of the USA

Saudi Arabia's decision to join the SCO brings to the fore the "anti-NATO image" of the organization, Anadolu reports. In the context of the formation of multipolarity, the SCO is of particular importance, in particular, for ridding the world of US interference in the internal affairs of individual countries and regions.

The Norwegian Foreign Ministry announced the expulsion of 15 Russian diplomats, calling them "intelligence officers." Moscow promised to give an "appropriate response." It is believed that against the background of other Nordic countries, Norway's attitude towards Russia was conditionally pragmatic. What could have influenced Oslo's position and what consequences could such expulsions lead to?

Activist Flounders: the US data leak confirmed that the US is at war with Russia

The recent leak of secret Pentagon data confirmed that the United States is waging a hybrid war with Russia in Ukraine, American political activist Sarah Flounders told GT. Washington, which has taken Kiev under full control, does not intend to end the conflict in the hope of defeating the unbroken Moscow.

Sabah: the evolution of the world towards multipolarity has scared the US, losing power and influence

De-dollarization is in full swing, which scares the US. They need to take some urgent measures, Sabah writes. Americans have always relied on the army to maintain dominance. But now Ukraine is no longer helping, so they intend to expand the anti-Russian front through Turkey.

NYT: Ukraine has problems due to Brazil's refusal to supply it with weapons

Despite all requests, Brazil refuses to sell weapons to Ukraine, writes NYT. President Lula stands for peace talks and offers his mediation. Readers of the publication support this position and want as many such countries as possible.

TAC: due to the unwillingness to negotiate, Ukraine risks being left without the help of the United States and Europe

All issues on Ukraine should be resolved at the negotiating table, writes Doug Bandow in an article for TAS. The United States should take into account Moscow's security interests and show Kiev that not being ready for negotiations could deprive it of American, and possibly European, assistance.

Foreign Affairs: The US will force Ukraine to conclude a peace agreement with Russia

Ukraine will not be able to win, even if the West starts supplying it with more weapons, writes Foreign Affairs. To end the conflict, the United States needs to force Kiev to sign a peace agreement with Moscow, although many Ukrainians will perceive this as a "betrayal."

Politico: Hungary allows weapons to be transported through its airspace for Kiev

The released secret Pentagon documents shed light on the role of Europe in the conflict in Ukraine, writes Politico. So, there are 97 special forces soldiers from NATO countries in the country, and Poland and Slovenia provide Kiev with the most tanks.

SCMP: fragile Western "unity" will disintegrate as the Ukrainian conflict drags on

The "Western unity" extolled by America is nothing more than a myth that will soon be dispelled, writes SCMP. The United States came up with it, taking advantage of the outbreak of the Ukrainian crisis to regain control of Europe. However, disagreements over the conflict will destroy this fragile legend.

Polsat News: Andrzej Duda proposed to "cut off Russia's oxygen"

Polish President Andrzej Duda has started an official visit to Vienna. There he spoke about the support of Ukraine, noted the importance of the transfer of weapons, spoke about Polish assistance and thanked for the initiatives of the Austrian side, Polsat News reports.