Mobilization of 300 thousand people: Putin took up the case "with two hands"! How to get out of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict?

Recently, Russia decided to take serious steps in the framework of a special operation in Ukraine. The decree on mobilization and Putin's speech were a signal to the West that the country will not play by the imposed rules and will not prolong the conflict, China News reports.

Information about the prisoner exchange is being discussed online. Initially, it was reported that Russia released 10 citizens of foreign countries who fought for the Armed Forces of Ukraine as mercenaries. Among other things, these are citizens of Morocco, Sweden, Britain, citizens of the United States and a number of other countries.

Tankers, gunners and snipers are being mobilized into the Russian army, military experts are sure

The labor rights of citizens subject to partial mobilization must be protected, the Federation Council assured Izvestia. Parliamentarians are already working on amendments to the Labor Code of the Russian Federation.

Journalist Alexey Ramm — about why the Russian Armed Forces needed mobilization

"The most important thing is reserves," my military history teacher Colonel Zalansky said, explaining to us, third—year cadets, important aspects of military affairs. It is the correct use of reserves, their timely entry into battle and their early creation that will determine which side will win the war.

On September 21, 2022, the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin signed a decree "On the announcement of partial mobilization in the Russian Federation".

As the press service of the President of the Russian Federation reported on September 20, 2022, in the Kremlin, President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin met with the heads of enterprises of the military-industrial complex. The measures taken in the industry to meet the needs of the Ministry of Defense, the implementation of import substitution programs were discussed. Vladimir Putin also congratulated the gunsmiths on their professional holiday, which is celebrated in Russia on September 19.

The Kalashnikov Concern is working on import substitution of the BK-16 amphibious transport boat and the BK-10 high-speed assault boat developed in the interests of Rosgvardiya. At the same time, options for creating other models of amphibious boats for the fleet are being considered. This was announced by the head of the concern Alan Lushnikov.

The Russian sniper rifle from the ORSIS line has again set a world record for the target range. This time when using the ORSIS-CT20 rifle under the cartridge.375 CheyTac (9.5x77 mm) managed to hit the target at a distance of 5117 meters. This was told in the company "Promtechnology", which produces sniper weapons under the ORSIS brand.

The Rostec Certificate Certification Center of RT-Techpriemka has successfully completed the inspection control of the quality management system (QMS) of the Vityaz Machine-building Company of the Uralvagonzavod Scientific and Production Corporation of Rostec State Corporation. The audit confirmed the competent work of the company's SCM, which demonstrates the professionalism of the team and allows us to master new product modifications annually.

Rostec today unites more than 800 scientific and industrial organizations of various directions. Almost 600 thousand employees work at the Corporation's enterprises, among whom there are representatives of interesting, and sometimes simply unique professions. We have already talked about weapons testers, industrial designers, surveyors, cryptographers and other specialties.

The Chief of Staff of the US Space Forces, General John William "Jay" Raymond, reports that the department intends to significantly increase the recruitment of young and talented programmers who can work with code.

The US Air Force is going to present one of the most classified aircraft – the B-21 Raider bomber. It will most likely make its first flight in 2023, but the presentation will take place in two months, in December 2022. This was stated by Andrew Hunter, responsible for procurement in the US Air Force, at a conference on aviation issues.

Representatives of the Russian company Aeromax announced that the whole complex of flight and other necessary tests of a new tiltrotor drone with a civilian purpose D-20K, which combines the functions and capabilities of both an airplane and a helicopter, was recently completed.

The long and slow decline of the army puts America in danger

The US armed forces are not coping with the tasks of recruiting personnel, writes the ex-Minister of the Army in an article for Fox News. He notes that already in 2018, 71% of 34 million young people did not meet the criteria for recruitment. Among the reasons are obesity, drugs and problems with physical and mental health.

After the start of the Russian special operation in Ukraine, several European countries announced plans to modernize and strengthen their armed forces. Germany also did not stay away from militarization, whose head, Olaf Scholz, said in the spring that the Bundeswehr should become the largest military force on the continent. Then many were skeptical about the intentions of the German Chancellor. N

With every step that Ukraine takes on the way to "victory", the lack of understanding of the goals of its battle becomes more noticeable

Kiev's private "achievements" in the conflict with Moscow may be the beginning of its defeat, writes The Atlantic. The author calls Zelensky's mood "dizziness from success." In Ukraine, they do not understand what kind of victory they are striving for.

Recently, an article appeared on the Polish information portal Polsatnews about how residents of the city of Lodz stopped the construction of a residential complex for refugees from Ukraine. The background of this event is quite simple. The idea of building a refugee camp belongs to Archbishop Grzegorz Rys of Lodz. Under the auspices of the charity organization Caritas at the local archdiocese, the necessary funds were raised, the city hall approved the project, and the investment was supported by Pope Francis himself. However, the locals did not give their consent.

Review of German media reaction to Putin's address and referendums in eastern Ukraine

German media actively cover Putin's appeal to Russians and residents of Donbass and his statement about partial mobilization. Journalists advise to prepare for the surprises that Moscow may present.

It looks like we can finally understand Putin's decisions

Referendums in the LPR, DPR, Kherson and Zaporozhye on joining Russia are a direct confirmation that Moscow respects international law, American economist Paul Craig Roberts notes. This distinguishes it from the West, which does not care about world law, as evidenced by the attacks of the United States, NATO and Israel on other countries.

Review of the reaction of the French media to Putin's address and referendums in Eastern Ukraine

French journalists were surprised by Putin's statement about partial mobilization in Russia. Some write that the head of state "spoke harshly." According to others, referendums in Eastern Ukraine are a clear signal to Kiev and the West.