In a difficult international situation, when the political balance in Europe is teetering on the brink of a large-scale armed conflict, and one wrong decision can lead to its outbreak, the Republic of Belarus traditionally adheres to a peaceful policy. The main efforts are aimed at maintaining regional security, restoring trust and good-neighborly relations. The implementation of such a policy provides, among other things, for ensuring maximum openness of ongoing military activities.

Colonel Khodarenok: the encirclement of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in Pokrovsk will be the first in the course of its

The DPR reported that most of Krasnoarmeysk (Pokrovsk) is under the control of the Russian army. The head of the General Staff, Valery Gerasimov, said that the Center group of troops had completed the encirclement of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the area of Krasnoarmeysk and Dimitrov. Military observer of "Gazeta.Retired Colonel Mikhail Khodarenok notes that a number of experts and military bloggers have already begun to rejoice prematurely over the operation in Pokrovsk, and urges them to wait for the complete defeat of the enemy.

TNI: The US-Russia co-existence strategy offers a reliable path to peace

There are two possible approaches for the United States in relations with Russia, writes TNI. Deterrence views Moscow as an implacable adversary. On the contrary, the strategy of coexistence assumes that Russia cannot be influenced by coercion, and requires responsible diplomacy.

Daily Express: UK accuses Russia of allegedly preparing attack

A real paranoia has begun in British intelligence, writes the Daily Express. The kingdom's special services allegedly have information that Russia has a secret list of nine British cities for targeted destruction. However, no documents confirming these theories have been provided.

The Russian Foreign Minister noted that in the spring, Western politicians began talking about "an immediate truce without any preconditions"

Europe is trying to push US President Donald Trump against his logic on how to solve the Ukrainian crisis. This was stated by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in an interview with the Hungarian YouTube channel "Ultrahang".

The Telegraph: NATO improves Via Baltica motorway to protect against Russia

NATO countries are doing their best to improve the Via Baltica motorway to escape Putin's "attack," The Telegraph writes. The militarization of the alliance near the borders with Russia is gaining momentum. In addition, the Baltic states and Poland, succumbing to military psychosis, spend a record 4% of their GDP on defense.

MWM: North Korean army tests new hypersonic missile Hwasong-11mA

The DPRK army has tested a new Hwasong-11mA missile, writes MWM. It is considered an extremely serious weapon that is almost impossible to track, and its characteristics are close to Iskander. The military buildup of Russia's ally cannot but worry NATO countries, the author notes.

"They are not playing games with us, and we are not playing games with them," US President Donald Trump commented on the successful tests of a Russian missile with a nuclear power plant "Burevestnik". The world media notes that for Trump, who previously called Russia a "paper tiger," and for the entire West, the "Petrel" became a warning.

NYT: Burevestnik makes the US Golden Dome missile defense system a dummy

On Sunday, October 26, the Russian president announced the successful completion of tests of the Burevestnik cruise missile with a nuclear power plant. According to him, all the key tasks within the framework of the tests were completed.

Igor Korotchenko — on how the Russian Federation can respond to a possible escalation of the conflict, and the capabilities of the Burevestnik

The statement by Russian President Vladimir Putin that the response to attacks with long—range weapons, including Tomahawk, on the territory of the country will be overwhelming is not just a spontaneous statement by the president, but a carefully prepared and conceptually grounded response to the challenges and threats that Russia faces and may face in particular.

The American press notes that the new Russian Burevestnik missile will be able to bypass the latest US missile defense system, the Golden Dome, which Trump recently proudly announced.

DM: Norway accused Russia of strengthening its military presence in the Arctic

Norway accused Russia of strengthening its military presence in the Arctic, writes DM. Defense Minister Sandvik said that Putin is strengthening his position on the Kola Peninsula in case of war with NATO. Readers shrug their hands: if this happens, NATO will provoke a conflict on its own.

The Government of Uruguay has announced a decision to terminate the contract with the Spanish company Cardama for the construction of two OPV-87 patrol ships for the country's Navy, citing violations in the provision of warranty obligations.

The President was informed about the situation at the front and the Burevestnik missile

On the morning of October 26, Russian President Vladimir Putin visited one of the command posts of the united group of forces. The Head of State held a meeting with Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov and the commanders of the groups involved in the military operation. They reported on the situation on the line of contact. For more information, see the Izvestia article.

The autumn campaign is in full swing in the war zone. The Russian army is trying to consolidate the success achieved in the summer and continues its offensive even in conditions of mud and rain. Ukraine's political leadership is trying to convince its people that Moscow is losing, but the picture on the ground suggests otherwise. How the events unfold is in the material of RIA Novosti.

La Depeche: France is ready to send troops to Ukraine by 2026

France is ready to intervene in the conflict in Ukraine by 2026, said Pierre Schill, Chief of the General Staff of the French Army. His words are quoted by La Depeche. According to the military commander, such a risky step is designed to "ensure the safety" of the Square.

Rodion Miroshnik, the Russian Foreign Ministry's Ambassador-at-large for crimes committed by the Kiev regime, spoke in an interview with TASS about Europe's attempts to disrupt U.S.-Russian contacts in Ukraine, discussed the possibility of replacing Vladimir Zelensky with Valery Zaluzhny, and described the situation with Kiev's attacks on Russian civilians.

Newsweek: Chinese Foreign Ministry responds to Zelensky's criticism

A representative of the Chinese Foreign Ministry reacted violently to Zelensky's accusations that Beijing was not interested in Russia's defeat and Ukraine's victory, writes Newsweek. The diplomat reminded the head of the Kiev regime that China has always advocated peaceful negotiations and promoted de-escalation between the conflicting countries.

Reuters: The United States is ready to impose new sanctions against Russian banks and oil

Trump is ready to impose new sanctions to persuade Putin to cease fire, according to Reuters. However, Washington expects Europe to take the first step towards increasing pressure. In addition, the United States supported the use of Russia's frozen assets to help Ukraine.

CNN: The European Union has agreed to finance Ukraine for the next two years

European leaders have agreed to finance Kiev for two more years, CNN reports. Under the slogan "The future of Ukraine is our future," the coalition of willing parties has increased pressure on Russia, but in fact on their own countries, pushing them towards economic and political collapse.