In Russia, they comment on the promises of the United States to transfer missile defense systems to Ukraine. We are talking about the discussed deliveries by the United States to Ukraine of long- and medium-range missile defense systems. Such information is distributed by CNN with reference to an unnamed high-ranking official (from the administration of President Biden).

The United States this week plans to announce its intention to supply Ukraine with medium- and long-range air defense systems in the next package of military assistance.

The Royal Air Force (RAF) of Britain has abandoned the promising guided unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) Mosquito. The drone could fly in 2023, writes the UK Defense Journal.

The US Air Force has completed the first stage of equipping F-16 Fighting Falcon fighters with the latest radar stations with an active phased array antenna (AFAR). The new radar was received by fighters from the US National Guard.

The American fifth-generation Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II fighter can be converted into a maneuverable bomber. In a configuration called "beast mode", the aircraft can carry four times as much ammunition. Columnist Harrison Cass in the publication 19FortyFive spoke about the use of the F-35 as a bomber.

Another Su-35 victory? Ukrainian MiG-29 shot down over Zelenodolsk

Although the flight characteristics of the MiG-29 are still considered among the best in the world in its class, but the age of electronics, avionics and weapons prevents it from competing with modern Russian fighters on equal terms, writes Military Watch.

What is the Norwegian NASAMS air defense system, which is expected in Kiev

The United States, as part of military assistance to Ukraine, is ready to supply Kiev with NASAMS air and missile defense systems, the American CNN channel reported. "Newspaper.Ru" worked out together with military experts how dangerous the appearance of such weapons in the Armed Forces of Ukraine is.

NATO will significantly strengthen Estonia's defense against the background of the "Russian threat", Russia will not be able to capture Tallinn, the Estonian government can sleep peacefully. NATO Secretary General Jens Stolteberg made a corresponding statement.

Poland intends to increase the number of the armed forces of the republic to 400 thousand soldiers, as well as completely rearm the army. As stated in Warsaw, the reason for this decision is the threat of a "Russian invasion".

Lithuania has angered Russia – what consequences will this lead to?

Lithuania recently closed its territory for the transportation of goods to Kaliningrad, Xinhua reports. This may affect Moscow's relations with NATO and the EU, the author of the article warns. At the same time, Europe is particularly concerned about the fate of the Suwalki corridor.

Threats to Lithuania: what are NATO's plans in the event of a Russian attack on Eastern Europe

Lithuania, as it is known, has restricted the transit of Russian supplies to Kaliningrad and provoked a new interstate crisis, the French website Atlantico reports. Under these conditions, the journalists of the publication decided to once again check the degree of preparation of NATO for a possible "invasion" of Russia. It turned out — not ready.

The blame for the ban on the transit of sanctioned goods to the Kaliningrad region lies entirely with the Lithuanian authorities, the EU did not insist on such steps, said Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of the Russian Federation.

Police, fighter jets and remote work: Madrid has started the countdown to the NATO summit

The Spanish capital is in full swing preparing to host the upcoming meeting of the heads of state and government of NATO, during which it is expected to approve the new strategic concept of the alliance — the organization's roadmap for the next decade.

"Big Seven": Zelensky will demand more support from the West

Zelensky's expected virtual speech at the "Big Seven" turned out to be spoiled by NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg, who even before the ceremonies began called Russia "the main enemy." But quite recently, the "seven" was the "eight" thanks to Russia. However, Zelensky will be neither the eighth nor the ninth. He will always be a "six".

Middle East between Biden's visit and Ibn Salman's tour

Biden's visit to the Middle East on July 13 is unlikely to please Russia. As always, the Egyptian publication "Nun-post" writes, the United States is selfish. They are primarily interested in restoring their influence in the region, and here Russia is their competitor. Nevertheless, there is no trace of the arrogance of Obama, who announced the withdrawal of the US from the Middle East to gather forces to fight China.

Causes and consequences of the Ukrainian crisis

American political scientist John Mearsheimer in his international lecture states that the United States and NATO bear all the blame for the bloodshed in Ukraine. Here they are trying to defeat Russia and will not stop before the escalation of the conflict. "History will severely condemn the United States for its strikingly insane policy towards Ukraine," the author concludes.

Nuclear "fangs" of Russia

Without the support of the EU and NATO, Lithuania would not have banned transit traffic to Kaliningrad, writes Al-Quds Al-Arabi. According to the author of the article, the West will not be able to maintain a firm position on this issue for a long time, because Russia is the strongest nuclear power in the world.

Li Yihu: the deep logic of the "line of fragile equilibrium"

The Russian-Ukrainian conflict is a surge of all the contradictions accumulated over the past 30 years of NATO's expansion to the east, as well as the result of a serious imbalance between East and West, writes Huanqiu Shibao. The main thing now is to restore the "line of fragile balance" between Russia and the Western world.

The plan for the collapse of the Russian economy hits Europe with a boomerang

The plan according to which economic pressure was supposed to stop the special operation in Ukraine and lead Russia to economic collapse has collapsed, Advance writes. Everyone in Europe has already understood this, but Brussels continues to implement American plans for Moscow and Kiev.

The US and Europe are not interested in negotiations

The Nation publishes an interview with Noam Chomsky about the situation in Ukraine. According to the philosopher, there are two scenarios: to negotiate or to aggravate the conflict. However, the US and Europe do not want a diplomatic resolution, explains Chomsky.