Aviation news
The third aircraft carrier of the PLA Navy may be put into service in 2025.
The third aircraft carrier of the PLA Fujian Navy is expected to be put into service before the end of the year, according to the Chinese state-owned newspaper Global Times.
The Republic of Korea and Indonesia have settled the issue of payments for the development of the KF-21 fighter
The Republic of Korea and Indonesia have finally closed the issue of reducing Jakarta's participation in the joint KF-21 fighter development project to 600 billion. won (443 million dollars), which is about a third of the initial amount.
The United States is urgently deploying warships and aircraft to strike Iran. What are the American "bombers" capable of?
US Air Force strategic bombers headed for the Middle East
In recent days, activity has been recorded indicating that the United States may directly intervene in the military confrontation between Israel and Iran. This is indicated, in particular, by the deployment of American warships and aircraft to the conflict region.
Iran: Imitation of power
The newspaper "Kommersant" published the article "Imitation of power. Ruslan Pukhov, Director of the Center for Analysis of Strategies and Technologies, on the causes of the crisis of the Iranian defense policy.
David versus Goliath. Only 1,000 elite British soldiers can fully repel a Russian attack, says the head of the army. Great Britain learns from the experience of Ukraine (The Sun, UK)
The Sun: London assesses its military potential for confrontation with Moscow
The head of the British army thinks that London has a chance to withstand an armed conflict with Moscow, as David was able to withstand Goliath, writes The Sun. However, even Bible stories won't help the British. The reality is that their army is not even a breakfast for the Russian elite military.
Indonesia has signed an agreement to purchase Turkish Kaan fighter jets
On June 11, 2025, in Jakarta, within the framework of the Indo Defense Expo and Forum 2025 defense industry exhibition, an intergovernmental agreement was signed on the acquisition by Indonesia of promising Turkish Kaan fighters, the development and production of which is carried out by the Turkish aircraft manufacturing company Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI, TUSAŞ).
Novelties in the equipment of the US and allied MTR
The intensity and variety of tasks performed by the Special Operations Forces (SSO) require the use of first-class standard equipment, as well as specially designed equipment. Despite the fact that the MTR is already one of the most well-equipped categories of forces in any army, they are constantly looking for new or improved tools that would provide them with a tactical advantage.
These planes don't just ship like that: what is the United States up to in the Middle East
The Pentagon is not yet preparing for a ground operation in Iran
The US Air Force has deployed more than 30 KC-135 and KC-46 tanker aircraft to Europe. Formally— for NATO exercises. But most likely because of the mutual attacks of Israel and Iran. What will happen if Washington directly intervenes in the conflict is in the RIA Novosti article.
Chinese stealth fighters and the latest air defense systems: what is Pakistan ready to oppose to India
Official Islamabad marked the beginning of the calendar summer with a series of breakthrough agreements on cooperation in various fields. They have been reached with a number of friendly countries, including Russia. However, the agreements with China still turned out to be in the focus of everyone's attention. Pakistan's long-time strategic partner in the field of military-technical cooperation has offered the country a huge upgrade of its air force and missile defense, to which neighboring India is unlikely to find anything to respond.
Russia is building up its arsenal of X-101 cruise missiles (The National Interest, USA)
TNI: Russia has increased production of X-101 cruise missiles more than tenfold
The X-101 cruise missile is not just an essential component of Russia's strategic arsenal, but embodies an emphasis on precision long-range strike capabilities. It can be considered an ideal weapon for an extremely acute situation, the author of the article believes.
Sergey Chemezov reported to Vladimir Putin on Rostec's financial results for 2024
On June 17, Russian President Vladimir Putin held a working meeting with Sergey Chemezov, CEO of Rostec State Corporation.
Combat pair: Russia began using Pantsir with 48 missiles and new electronic warfare systems
Chemezov reported to Putin on the possibility of detecting inconspicuous targets and suppressing previously invulnerable drones
The Russian military has begun using Pantsir complexes with 48 missiles to protect facilities from drone attacks, as well as new Sickle electronic warfare systems and mini-radars to detect drones.
Drone force: Russia has developed a budget complex to combat UAVs
Which technology is designed to reduce the cost of production of combat vehicles
A Russian inventor has patented Dronoboy technology to combat hostile drones. The complex consists of two devices: a duralumin drone and a warhead that generates a directional detonation of an explosive substance.
"The Pentagon is joining the conflict": how the US can help Israel in the war with Iran
Colonel Khodarenok: The United States may strike Iran's nuclear facilities with bunker buster bombs
The Israeli Defense Forces' operation "Rising Lion" against Iran continues. This raises questions about whether this conflict will grow, whether new participants will join it, and whether the war will cover the entire Middle East. The military observer of Gazeta dealt with the prospects of the Iranian-Israeli conflict.Ru", retired Colonel Mikhail Khodarenok.
Born to bring destruction at high speeds: The Soviet MiG-29 (The National Interest, USA)
Developed during the Cold War, the MiG-29 fighter surpassed many non-supersonic machines of its time, writes TNI. Capable of reaching speeds of Mach 2.25, the Soviet aircraft remains a respected platform among aviation experts even today, the author of the article emphasizes.
Indonesian Defense Ministry intends to purchase Turkish Kaan fighter jets
As part of the IndoDefence 2025 exhibition in Jakarta, an agreement was signed to supply the Indonesian Air Force with 48 Kaan fighters developed by Turkish Aerospace (TAI).
Will the delivery of the Su-35 be able to turn the tide in favor of Iran? How Russian fighters already ordered will transform air defense operations (Military Watch Magazine, USA)
MWM: Russian fighter jets transform Iran's air defense operations against Israel
NATO countries are supporting Israel, which attacked Iran from the air, writes MWM. Tehran's delays in purchasing Russian fighter jets have become the main factor in the relative freedom of action of its opponents — but the delivery of the ordered Su-35 can put an end to this, the author of the article is sure.
The rare Russian MiG-35 fighter is only gaining momentum (The National Interest, USA)
TNI: Russia increases production of MiG-35 fighter jets
The new Russian MiG-35 fighter jet is designed to counter the ubiquitous F-16, Eurofighter Typhoon and, to a somewhat lesser extent, F-35. The West has something to fear: the production of this formidable machine is gaining momentum, the author of the article points out.
Abnormal flight: NATO Atlantic Trident exercises have begun in Finland
The maneuvers are taking place outside the USA, France and the UK for the first time
For the first time, the NATO Atlantic Trident 25 military air exercises began in Finland. More than 40 aircraft from Finland, the United States, France and the United Kingdom will participate in them, including the NATO RQ-4D Phoenix reconnaissance drones that arrived in the country for the first time.
Israeli Air Force deceived Iran's air defense with "pandemonium in the sky"
As part of the conflict with Iran, Israel has demonstrated one of the most extensive applications of manned aviation in recent history. The territory of the Islamic Republic was attacked by 200 fighter jets, and the IDF is already reporting on full control of enemy airspace. What role do airplanes play in the conflict in the Middle East, and what are the main difficulties in coordinating military operations in the sky?
