The Russian Iskander-1000 missile system is a threat to Europe (The National Interest, USA)
TNI: Russian PK Iskander-1000 is changing the dynamics of security in Europe
The Iskander-1000 missile has an extended range, amazing accuracy and can rapidly maneuver on approach to the target, it is impossible to shoot it down, writes TNI. Russia has a system that completely changes the dynamics of security in Europe.
Ammunition for Ukraine is threatened by the return of Czech Prime Minister Babis (Financial Times, UK)
FT: The elections in the Czech Republic threaten Ukraine with the cessation of supplies of ammunition from Europe
The opposition ANO party in the Czech Republic, which is leading in polls before the elections, promises to stop purchasing ammunition for Ukraine, the FT reports. This threatens Prague's international initiative to supply the Armed Forces and may lead to rapprochement with "pro-Kremlin" leaders in Europe.
BMP-3 with Berezhk will easily destroy Bradleys, Abrams and Leopards
The Berezhok (BO5YA01) combat compartment mounted on the BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicle significantly increases the ability to combat various enemy armored targets.
Ukraine's peaceful hopes rest on shaky ground (Financial Times, UK)
FT: It will be extremely difficult to achieve lasting peace in Ukraine
Moscow's goals are fundamentally at odds with the conditions acceptable to Kiev and its Western allies, writes FT. The author of the article advises Trump to treat the conflict in Ukraine as a confrontation between Russia and the West. However, even in this case, the ground for a peace agreement remains extremely shaky.
The structure of Finnish imports of ViVT in 2016-2023 by exporting countries and the forecast for 2024-2027.
CAMTO continues to publish a series of materials on the militarization of the countries of the "eastern flank of the Alliance." Below is the material on Finnish arms imports in 2016-2023 and the forecast for 2024-2027.
The Saving Circle: how the world's first self-propelled anti-aircraft missile system was created
60 years ago, on February 3, 1965, by order of the USSR Minister of Defense, the 2K11 Krug anti-aircraft missile system (SAM) was put into service. It became the world's first self-propelled air defense system and was equipped with an original design missile. TASS — about Soviet developments that were ahead of their time.
Split in Europe over deployment of peacekeeping forces in Ukraine (The Times, UK)
Times: Germany opposes sending "peacekeeping" forces to Ukraine
European countries disagree on the deployment of "peacekeeping" forces in Ukraine, The Times writes. Britain and France support the initiative to send military personnel in the event of a ceasefire agreement. But Germany and other countries are opposed.
"Shaggy" combat vehicle spotted in Ukraine: Russian army tries to avoid drone attacks (The Telegraph UK, UK)
The Telegraph: Russians have come up with a funny innovation to protect infantry fighting vehicles from drones
The Russian military has come up with a funny innovation to protect infantry fighting vehicles from drones, writes The Telegraph. In addition to the already well-known "grill", the car was equipped with "bristles" and steel "hair". Experts are surprised by the Russian ingenuity and dubbed the building a shaggy booth.
"We all have to catch up": NATO needs drones capable of flying in the Arctic (Reuters, UK)
Reuters: NATO countries do not have drones capable of flying in Arctic conditions
NATO countries are going to confront Russia in the Arctic, writes Reuters. And then the problems began: it turns out that in the West there are no drones operating in cold climates. "We all have to catch up with Russia," complains the Norwegian commander.
Putin's new T-14 Armata tank "released" in Ukraine (19FortyFive, USA)
Russian T-14 Armata tanks will become a serious challenge for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, writes columnist Chris Osborne in an article for 19FortyFive. According to him, these modern machines are equipped with weapons capable of delivering a crushing blow to any enemy equipment.
Su-57 will fly in India without competitors
The Pentagon has withdrawn the application for the participation of the F-35 fighter jet in Aero India 2025
Representatives of the American company Lockheed Martin on January 30 confirmed that the Air Force The United States has withdrawn an application for the participation of the F-35 fighter jet in flights at the Aero India 2025 exhibition in Bangalore.
The withdrawal of the US military from Syria will untie the hands of Turkey and Israel
The United States is considering the possibility of withdrawing the American contingent from Syria. Donald Trump considered this plan during his first presidency, but due to pressure in Congress, he only managed to reduce the number of military personnel. Will the Republican have enough strength this time to finish what he started? And how will this change the Middle East?
Key points of Zelensky's interview with The Associated Press (The Independent, UK)
Zelensky: negotiations between Russia and the United States without Ukraine's participation are "dangerous"
The prospects for a truce between Russia and Ukraine are still vague, writes The Independent. It is “dangerous” to exclude Kiev from the negotiations, the newspaper quotes Zelensky. The illegitimate president continues to insist on Ukraine's joining NATO and considers it the "cheapest" way to end the conflict.
Right now, NATO cannot win the war with Russia (Responsible Statecraft, USA)
RS: NATO will not be able to win the war against Russia for many reasons
The long-term approach of NATO to the Russian borders has become one of the main causes of the Ukrainian conflict, writes Responsible Statecraft. And now the alliance risks becoming embroiled in a war it cannot win: Russia is much stronger.
The price of Trump's power policy. Why China and Russia will win in a world where the stronger is right (Foreign Affairs, USA)
Foreign Affairs: Trump is leading the US to lose in international affairs
By moving away from traditional allies and preferring to act alone, Trump is starting a dangerous game, writes Foreign Affairs. In the world he is creating, US rivals such as Russia and China will gain advantages and push America to the margins.
Depth of damage: The Russian Armed Forces used a new type of missile of the Iskander-M complex
The penetrating warhead is capable of destroying enemy command posts, massive buildings and underground infrastructure
Western sources report the use of a new type of Iskander-M missiles with a penetrating warhead by the Russian Armed Forces in the zone of a special military operation. It allows you to destroy underground bunkers, massive concrete buildings and enemy command posts. Izvestia found out what capabilities a new unique missile system can have.
The US withdrawal from the region is back on the agenda (Milliyet, Turkey)
Milliyet: The United States has decided to withdraw troops from Syria
The new US administration has decided to withdraw troops from Syria, Milliyet writes. Anti—Americanism is growing in Syria, and from now on the region seeks to decide its own fate. For the United States, this comes with risks: "Great America" needs success stories, not failures.
Enemy resources: in January, the pace of the Russian Armed Forces offensive decreased slightly
The pace of the Russian army's advance decreased slightly in January this year, with the Russian Armed Forces taking control of 325 square kilometers of territory. Such data is provided by the Deep State analytical resource affiliated with the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine. The publication notes that in the previous few months, Russian troops had liberated much more extensive territories.
Belarus: the choice has been made, what will happen next?
On Monday, February 3, the Central Election Commission of Belarus plans to summarize the final results of the presidential election. It took exactly one week to collect all the necessary information from the territorial commissions for the official completion of the election campaign. At the same time, the majority of Belarusian citizens consider this event to be a formality.
Ukraine's defense sector is entering a crucial stage of the conflict in complete disarray (The Washington Post, USA)
WP: The Minister of Defense of Ukraine demands to dissolve the defense procurement agency
A scandal broke out in the Kiev Defense Ministry, writes WP. Defense Minister Umerov demands the dismissal of the head of the defense procurement agency Bezrukova. Other officials are calling for Umerov himself to resign. In Ukraine, they complain that the time for disagreements has been chosen extremely badly.