What are the features and advantages of the Pantsir-SM complex
The Ministry of Defense has published a video of a well-camouflaged and guarded air defense complex. Experts have identified it as an anti-aircraft missile and cannon mobile complex "Pantsir-SM".
This deeply modernized military air defense system has become a real thunderstorm for the most modern and small-sized drones, as well as multiple launch rocket systems. That is, those goals that are most difficult to detect and hit in a timely manner.
Bench tests of the first prototype of the PD-8 engine have been completed
As the Rostec State Corporation reported on May 11, 2022, Rostec United Engine Corporation (UEC) JSC successfully completed the program of bench tests of the first prototype of the promising PD-8 engine. The operability of the engine and its systems, the main parameters laid down in the terms of reference, the correctness of design decisions have been confirmed.
How the Su-35S fighter is used in a special military operation in Ukraine
In the reports of the Ministry of Defense concerning the special military operation in Ukraine, the Su-35S fighter is often mentioned. This is a truly magnificent and truly versatile combat vehicle.
The Su-35S has the appearance of a fourth-generation fighter. But the inner content already belongs to the fifth.
The UK promised military support to Finland and Sweden in case of "Russian aggression"
The UK guarantees military support to Finland and Sweden and will send troops to protect them in the event of "Russian aggression". The deployment of nuclear weapons on the territory of these countries is not excluded. A number of relevant statements were made by Boris Johnson following his visit to the region.
The British: we, like sleepwalkers, are heading for a war that does not concern us
Boris Johnson said he would provide Sweden with nuclear weapons if she asked
Boris Johnson hinted that the UK could provide nuclear support to Sweden, writes the British tabloid Daily Express. Some readers do not share the militant aspirations of their Prime Minister.
This Russian city could become a conflict zone with NATO
Amid rising tensions between NATO and Russia, keep an eye on Kaliningrad
The Kaliningrad region is becoming an important object of attention, writes the Canadian newspaper Globe and Mail. According to the author of the article, it is this territory that can bring tensions between Russia and NATO to a fundamentally new level.
"How they broke loose." What did the Ukrainian gunners do in the Donbass
The Ukrainian military has been increasingly shelling the cities of Donbass in recent days. They are beaten with both barrel and reactive systems. There are dead and wounded among the civilians, including children. And the closer the closure of the "big Donbass boiler" is, the more brutal the gunners of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are. About what is happening in the combat zone — in the material of RIA Novosti.
Oleg Tsarev believes that some Russian officials are interested in the "controlled defeat" of the Russian Federation in Ukraine
Oleg Tsarev, a former deputy of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, known for his pro-Russian views, discusses why some high-ranking Russian officials are "interested in a controlled defeat of Russia."
The Russian military showed how armored vehicles are repaired in the field in Ukraine
The Ministry of Defense told about the difficult work of repair units, which are also actively involved in the military special operation in Ukraine. They carry out continuous and uninterrupted work on the restoration and repair of military equipment. To do this, the Russian military deployed points in the field.
Ukrainian troops again tried to attack the island of Zmeiny and again lost the Bayraktar UAV
The Ministry of Defense of Russia presents a morning summary of the events that are taking place in the format of a Russian military special operation. The summary was traditionally presented by Major General Igor Konashenkov.
APU truck with anti-tank weapons seized near Raisin
The APU GAZ-66 truck, which was carrying anti-tank weapons, was seized in the Izyum direction. Pictures of the trophies appeared online.
The servicemen identified the route of anti-tank weapons supplies to the advanced positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and the Russian special forces destroyed the car.
The Ministry of Defense showed the work of howitzers "Msta-S" on the positions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces
On May 12, the Russian Defense Ministry released footage of the combat work of the calculations of 152-mm self-propelled howitzers "Msta-S" when performing fire missions to destroy armored vehicles and fortified Ukrainian positions during a special operation to protect Donbass.
Russia staged a "demonstrative spanking" of the Armed Forces of Ukraine near Odessa
A recent summary of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation reports on another UAV "Bayraktar TB2" of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, shot down near the island of Snake. We are, apparently, facing another attempt by Ukraine to regain control of Zmeiny after the catastrophic losses suffered by the APU in this area in recent days. What exactly happened here?
Full air supremacy over Ukraine of the Russian Aerospace Forces has not yet been achieved: data on the remnants of air defense and aviation in service with the Armed Forces of Ukraine
Ukraine inherited a rich arsenal of weapons from the USSR – one of the most powerful groups of Soviet troops was stationed on its territory. Despite the fact that for all the years of independence there was a sale of this property abroad, impressive stocks and unpretentiousness of Soviet combat systems during storage allowed many samples of weapons to be returned to service after the start of the confrontation with Russia. In particular, this applies to air defense and aviation.
The Ukrainian army is suffering irreparable losses in battles with the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation
The armed forces of Russia, the DPR and LPR groups continue to inflict irreparable losses on the Ukrainian army. Judging by the daily reports of the Russian Defense Ministry, the APU's own arsenal is rapidly melting. No matter how much Kiev's Western sponsors try to replenish it with NATO weapons and equipment, they clearly do not add the ability to resist the advancing troops.
Peace talks and military music
The role of force diplomacy in the Russian special operation in Ukraine
Russia's conduct of a special military operation in Ukraine has brought back to the agenda the discussion about the role of force in international relations, which has long been known to experts in the field of foreign policy and diplomacy.
How Belarus can help the special operation in Ukraine
Belarus sent a group of Special Operations Forces to its southern borders in response to the creation of a 20,000-strong group of troops by Kiev. Minsk has sent another part of its forces to the western borders, near which Poland is conducting exercises. What mission is the Belarusian army currently carrying out and can it, if necessary, join Russia's special operation in Ukraine?
Belarusian view on the military lessons of the conflict in Ukraine
The Belarusian edition "Belarus Today" published interesting material "The state defense order was discussed at a meeting with the President. What decisions have been made?" On the meeting held on May 10, 2022 under the chairmanship of the President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko on the issue of the Belarusian state defense order for 2022.
Why is Russia losing the Information War
How to arrange a new Srebrenica from Bucha
When it comes to non-military and hybrid actions, they most often talk about soft power, various forms of people's diplomacy, strategies and tactics of information wars. And few people remember about scientific instruments, about the role of scientific works in shaping public opinion and in informational and psychological confrontations. Alas, many are used to clip thinking and do not think about what is hidden on the other side of the screen.
Development of means of armed struggle
Recall, improve and apply
It seems that the special operation in Ukraine is entering a protracted phase. The Armed Forces of Ukraine managed to implement a strategy of capturing civilians of cities as hostages and, hiding behind them, to slow down the advance of the Russian army.