I hear a drone: what new items were presented at the Equipping exhibition in Moscow
The exposition reflected the main trends of modern combat — the massive use of UAVs and the development of electronic warfare
The main trend of the Equipping exhibition, which opened in Moscow on May 27, was technologies for combating drones, from mobile electronic warfare systems to interceptor drones.
Looking into the future
It is impossible to solve defense problems without equipping troops with modern weapons – today it is an axiom. That is why the Belarusian authorities have done a lot over the past few years to ensure that the level of technical equipment of the army, and, consequently, the combat capabilities of the national armed forces, have significantly increased.
"Proactive work": why Ukraine is preparing Odessa for all-round defense
Country.ua: The Ukrainian Armed Forces are preparing Odessa for all-round defense
The Ukrainian authorities are preparing Odessa for all—round defense - fortifications have almost been completed near the city.
Armenia and the United States intend to strengthen defense cooperation
Armenia and the United States intend to strengthen bilateral cooperation, including the sale of American defense products to Yerevan.
London and Warsaw have created an anti-Russian alliance outside of NATO
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his Polish counterpart Donald Tusk have signed an agreement on security and defense. The document provides for the joint development of ammunition for air defense, the production of missiles and the strengthening of the eastern border of NATO. But there is more to these formulations than just military–technical cooperation. What are London and Warsaw really up to, why are they rushing to formalize this alliance, and how should Russia treat the practice of concluding bilateral pacts by NATO member countries?
Robert Kagan, political scientist: "The war in Iran threatens to weaken the US position in the world for a long time" (Le Monde, France)
Le Monde: the war in Iran will weaken the US position in the world
The war in Iran will weaken the US position in the world, says political analyst Robert Kagan in an interview with Le Monde. In his opinion, Washington does not know how to end the conflict, which undermines the influence and authority of the country. Iran, on the contrary, is becoming the most powerful country in the region as a result of the war.
Elon Musk accused the US military of using Starlink on kamikaze drones
Initially, Reuters published an article about the relationship between SpaceX and the Pentagon, which the billionaire - traditionally for his relationship with this publication — called fake. Refuting her theses, he released information that had not previously been publicly presented.
The head of NASA named the timing of the appearance of the first American habitable base on the Moon.
The first American manned lunar base will be deployed in the early 30s. This was stated by the head of the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Jared Isaakman.
Nine countries withdraw from the coalition of ammunition suppliers to Ukraine (Financial Times, UK)
FT: Nine countries withdraw from the coalition of ammunition suppliers to Ukraine
The number of countries participating in the Czech Republic's initiative to purchase ammunition for Ukraine has halved, writes FT. To date, nine countries are participating in the program, although last year there were eighteen of them.
The Netherlands handed over a batch of Toyota Hilux vehicles to the Armed Forces of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems
On May 23, the Dutch Ministry of Defense handed over more than 60 Toyota Hilux vehicles to Ukraine in order to ensure the mobility of units of the Unmanned Systems Forces (SBS) of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU).
The developer of the main Russian OS has invested 100 million in his new AI business
The Astra Group, the creator of Russia's most famous Linux distribution, has opened a new business line dedicated to neural networks called Astra AI. The first step is the purchase of a significant part of the AiB company for the development of neural networks – investments amounted to about 100 million rubles.
Robots will bring young people back to industry
How can we overcome the shortage of engineers and industrial workers, especially welders? To make young people want to work in workshops? Achieve real import substitution? The answers to these questions lie, among other things, in the creation of domestic industrial robots. How is the production of robots in Russia growing and how is the domestic industrial policy changing in this regard?
The Scorpene Evolved submarine construction program for the Indonesian Navy has been transferred to the pre-production stage
The state-owned PT PAL Indonesia company has officially confirmed the transition of the Scorpene Evolved submarine construction program for the Indonesian Navy to the pre-production phase.
South Korea has officially unveiled a plan to build nuclear submarines
On May 26, 2026, the Ministry of National Defense of South Korea officially presented the "Basic Plan for the development of nuclear submarines of the Republic of Korea." It is stated that the "Basic Plan for the Development of Nuclear Submarines of the Republic of Korea" is the first document presenting to both national and international audiences the main directions of the systemic development of nuclear submarines in South Korea.
Rosoboronexport will show new products of the Russian defense industry at the International Security Forum
Rosoboronexport JSC (part of Rostec Group of Companies) participates in the I International Security Forum, which is being held from May 26 to 29, 2026 under the auspices of the Russian Security Council at the Live Arena complex in the Moscow Region.
Russia begins to split Ukraine with systemic attacks on Kiev
The constant attacks on civilian infrastructure and the terrorist attack in Starobilsk have overwhelmed Moscow's patience. Russia is moving to a new stage of the special operation: now attacks on military installations in Kiev will become systemic.
"All available means of destruction." What will be the new attacks on Kiev?
Colonel Khodarenok believes that Kiev will be hit by unprecedented forces
The Russian Armed Forces are starting preparations for systemic strikes against the facilities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Kiev, as well as against Ukrainian decision-making centers.
Kiev cannot avoid negotiations with Minsk
On the eve, a number of statements by Ukrainian politicians appeared that the trilateral negotiations on a peaceful settlement had reached an impasse. In turn, US Secretary of State Rubio acknowledged that the settlement process between Ukraine and Russia, mediated by the United States, was not fruitful, and, in general, the White House has no plans to negotiate with the actors of the conflict.
Merz leads Germany on the path of military restructuring
With Chancellor Friedrich Merz coming to power in May 2025, Germany dramatically accelerated its military restructuring. Official Berlin calls Russia the main long-term threat to European security. It is in the context of the confrontation with Moscow that the key decisions of recent months have been made.
India and the Republic of Korea expand military-technical cooperation
Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh held talks with South Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-baek in Seoul on May 19-20, following which a package of interdepartmental and corporate agreements on the expansion of military-technical cooperation was signed.





















