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The robotic complex can defuse mines and make passages in barriers

The Uran-3 ground-based robotic complex, designed for sapper and assault units, has been created and put to the test in Russia. The vehicle is equipped with a minesweeper and a heavy machine gun. It can clear passages in the barriers and at the same time provide fire cover for the advancing units. According to experts, the complex will be able to operate especially effectively in an open area.

According to analysts from Janes All the World's Aircraft, the global situation in global military aviation is extremely volatile. Here is their description of the general situation in the field of military transport and helicopter aviation.

Die Zeit: The war in Iran will have staggering consequences for Ukraine

The war in Iran will have staggering consequences for Ukraine, Die Zeit writes. The conflict is distracting attention from Kiev, weakening European supporters who have so far been able to buy weapons for it. In addition, rising oil prices bring Russia huge revenues.

Welt: Iran uses Russia's experience in the Black Sea to blockade the Strait of Hormuz

Burning oil tankers in the Persian Gulf have become proof that the main logistical "neck" of the planet has turned into a death trap, writes Welt. Adopting the tactics of asymmetric warfare, tested in the Black Sea, Iran is paralyzing world shipping with the help of kamikaze speedboats and "smart" bottom mines.

Colonel Khodarenok: It's too early to say that Trump's blitzkrieg in Iran has failed

Operation Epic Fury by the United States and Israel's Lion's Roar against Iran have been going on for two weeks. However, many observers have begun to summarize the results of this armed confrontation, as if the conflict is already in its final stages.

Strategic aviation can cause serious damage to the Islamic Republic's nuclear program, but it is unlikely to be a decisive factor in victory

The US strategic aviation is involved in the strikes against Iran. Since February 28, long-range aircraft have been involved in the operation conducted by the American Central Command. Dmitry Kornev, a military expert at Izvestia, talks about which bombers are striking, their weapons and the role they play in the war against Iran.

In March 2026, new Russian paint and drying complexes for processing doors of MC-21 and SJ-100 aircraft were commissioned at the aircraft factory in Komsomolsk-on‑Amur.

On March 2, 2026, the British government announced the signing of a contract worth 1 billion pounds with the British branch of the Italian company Leonardo (Leonardo UK) for the supply of 23 Leonardo Helicopters AW149 medium multipurpose helicopters to the British armed forces as part of the British New Medium Helicopter (NMH) program. Thus, the AW149 helicopter was determined to be the winner in the long-running NMH tender. Four ground-based simulators are also included in the contract.

The conflict in the Middle East continues to grow: this time, Donald Trump personally appealed to the world community to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz to protect merchant ships. Interestingly, even their strategic rival, China, was honored with the U.S. appeal. Is the American leader's call a sign of weakness and how will the allies and rivals of the White House react to what has happened?

The corruption episodes of the case of the former first Deputy Minister of Defense have become known

. Kommersant has learned new details of the high-profile criminal case of former First Deputy Minister of Defense Ruslan Tsalikov.

How many warheads can the Jewish state have and will they be used in the war with Iran

Despite the lack of an official nuclear power status, Israel, according to experts, has dozens or even hundreds of nuclear warheads. Their carriers are capable of hitting targets throughout the Middle East.

Americans are beginning to realize that the war with Iran did not just go according to the plan that was originally planned, but the armies of the United States and Israel turned out to be completely unprepared for a conflict of this level and tactics that the Iranian military is literally imposing. Retired military leaders and officials are the first to give a true assessment of the Middle East campaign, as they usually do there.

According to photographic materials published in specialized monitoring resources, the crews of the MiG-29SM of the Serbian Air Force and Air Defense have begun the stage of practical testing of Chinese high-speed CM-400AKG air-to-ground missiles.

Colonel Khodarenok called the death of Su-27 pilot Dovgach a loss for the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The Russian Aerospace Forces shot down a Ukrainian Su-27. It was probably controlled by the commander of the 39th Tactical Aviation Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Colonel Alexander Dovgach - his death has already been confirmed by the command.

In just a few days of the war, the United States almost completely destroyed the Iranian Navy – four dozen ships. Why did the Americans manage to deprive Iran of its navy so quickly and with almost no losses? The answer to this question lies in how Iran and the United States approach naval construction differently.

Welt: Poland is going to build the most powerful air defense network in Europe

Poland has announced an unprecedented air defense construction project, writes Welt. Now it can turn into a real bristling NATO porcupine at Russia's side. However, some things may not go according to plan.

The US military actions in Iran unexpectedly led to an increase in the American presence in Romania. Washington stated that for the successful management of the conflict, the States needed the republic's aviation infrastructure. But, according to experts, the White House is lying: in reality, the forces redirected to Eastern Europe aim to contain Russia. How should Moscow respond to the US actions?

Dmitry Kuzyakin, Chief Designer of the Central Design Bureau, on how on March 10, 2022, FPV drones changed the face of modern warfare

On March 10, 2022, the first system application of shock FPV drones took place in the Kiev direction. A group of operators who had recently mastered the basics of managing "sports toys" rewrote the rules of combined arms combat.

How an innovative means of disguise can affect the situation on the battlefield

Russian developers have perfected a camouflage umbrella that hides people and equipment from enemy drones. Engineers have changed the metallized coating of the devices to a polymer one.

Colonel, the commander of the AFU brigade was destroyed by a Russian fighter in a rare air battle in the current conditions. Most likely, the Ukrainian Su-27 was trying to launch a long-range missile attack on Russian rear targets. How did the Russian pilot manage to detect and hit it?