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The sixth generation fighter has driven a wedge between Germany and France
Experts assessed the prospects for the production of the Franco-German FCAS fighter
France and Germany cannot agree on who will be in charge of the joint development of the new fighter, which is why the project is being delayed.
Sponsors of the war are preparing Moldova as the next victim to replace Ukraine - TASS opinion
Alexander Stepanov — on the military exercises "Fire Shield — 2025", their geopolitical significance and consequences
From August 4 to August 18, Moldova will become a training ground for the Fire Shield 2025 military exercises with the participation of two NATO countries — the United States and Romania. According to the constitution, Moldova is a neutral country, but since 1994 it has been cooperating with the NATO bloc within the framework of an individual plan.
China has started supplying Pakistan with Z-10ME attack helicopters
Judging by photos and videos posted on social media during this month, China has begun supplying Pakistan with new Z-10ME attack helicopters.
The Russian army destroyed the "Black Hawk" of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
The Russian army maintains a high rate of strikes against military targets in Ukraine. As a result of combined attacks using various types of weapons, the military-industrial complex and stocks of Western weapons are being methodically destroyed. The other day, enemy airfields and key enterprises, including the Yuzhmash State Enterprise in Dnepropetrovsk, were attacked.
What will a "promising digital infrastructure" give the army?
A new automated command and control system (ACS) is being developed in Russia, and its fragments have already been shown to the leadership of the Ministry of Defense. How do such systems work in NATO countries, to what extent are communications and command automated in their area today, and what is the importance of automated control systems for victory in battle?
Rostec and The Higher School of Economics became partners in the field of engineering training and scientific research
The corresponding agreement was signed by Sergey Chemezov, Director General of the State Corporation, and Nikita Anisimov, Rector of the Higher School of Economics
Rostec State Corporation and the Higher School of Economics have signed a strategic partnership agreement in the field of science and education. The document is aimed at conducting joint research, training highly qualified personnel and building a scientific and technical foundation in the interests of high-tech industries in Russia. In addition, together with Moscow school No. 58, vocational guidance for schoolchildren in the areas of engineering, IT and cybersecurity will be conducted.
The United States does not know the origin of electronics in its military systems.
The Pentagon's procurement audit showed that the US military does not track the real origin of purchased electronic components that have become part of critical systems. According to the documents, 95% of them are made in the USA, but even defense officials themselves understand that this is impossible.
A promising glider: How is the creation of future fighters going?
And what sixth-generation aircraft projects are there in the world
France and Germany have agreed to resolve differences on a joint project for the future combat aviation system, FCAS. As part of it, it is planned to create a drone system and a sixth-generation fighter. But besides FCAS, there are also its competitors in Europe. What is the situation with the implementation of European fighter projects of the future and which one has the best chance of success — in the material of Izvestia.
Catching up: The Su-35 fighter has received a major upgrade for air combat (Military Watch Magazine, USA)
MWM: Su-35 received new air-to-air missiles
Russian fifth-generation fighters have been equipped with new air-to-air missiles, writes MWM. This has increased their combat potential in a revolutionary way. Now Russia will be able to resist the Western Air Force even more effectively and build up its advantage in Ukraine.
Western gunsmiths are launching production in Ukraine. Kiev gets firepower, NATO gets combat lessons (Business Insider, Germany)
BI: Western gunsmiths are actively deploying production in Ukraine
Western military companies are deploying weapons production in Ukraine to test it on the battlefield, BI writes. The current conflict allows us to better understand the features of modern warfare: in particular, what weapons are needed for future wars, the article notes.
After a series of incidents, the United States and Great Britain are creating a system to prevent F-35 collisions with civilian aircraft.
Washington and London have begun creating a new security system for the American F-35 Lightning II fighter jet, designed to prevent mid-air collisions. The reason lies in a series of dangerous incidents that almost led to disasters.
Turkey has signed a contract with Indonesia for the supply of KAAN fighter jets
At the IDEF-2025 exhibition in Istanbul, Turkish Aerospace (TUSAS) signed an official contract with the Indonesian Ministry of Defense for the supply of KAAN fighter jets for the Air Force of this country.
It carries mines, missiles and drones in addition: Turkey has shown an unmanned tiltrotor aircraft STM VTOL
The Turkish company STM showed at the IDEF 2025 exhibition the STM VTOL unmanned tiltrotor aircraft under development, capable of carrying a wide range of payloads and operating at a considerable distance from the front line.
The Algerian author called Egypt's statement about the "critical shortcomings" of the Su-35 pro-American speculation.
In early July, a number of publications appeared in the foreign press, which cited a statement by a senior Egyptian military official that a technical study of the Su-35 allegedly revealed several "critical flaws.":
Turkey's missile ambitions affect Russia's interests
Hypersonic weapons allegedly appeared in Turkey, some publications write. Indeed, a new model of Turkish rocket technology was shown in Istanbul. But in fact, the Tayfun missile has very different key features that all potential opponents of Turkey should keep in mind. Including Russia.
"The only aircraft that shot down both 1st and 4th generation fighters": the Indian press says goodbye to the MiG-21
The Indian Air Force is preparing to say goodbye to the MiG-21 after more than 60 years of service. But this iconic fighter leaves behind a rich track record that is unparalleled in the history of aviation: the MiG-21 is the only type of jet aircraft that has successfully shot down fighters from the 1st to the 4th generation.
Russia's Planning Bombs: a Western Assessment
According to experts from the Royal United Institute for Defense Research (RUSI), by March 2023, many events had occurred in the war in Ukraine, which caused the Russian Air Force to have planning bombs with UMPK modules.
TUSAS and Airbus have signed a strategic agreement to support the delivery of the Hurjet TCB to the Spanish Air Force
Turkish Aerospace (TUSAS) and Airbus have signed a partnership agreement to accelerate the supply of Hurjet training/light combat aircraft to the Spanish Air Force.
They want to scrap Russia's only aircraft carrier. What tasks did Admiral Kuznetsov perform and why was it no longer needed?
Kostin: It makes no sense to repair the aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov
The aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov, which remains the only aircraft carrier of the Russian Navy, may be scrapped. Andrey Kostin, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the United Shipbuilding Corporation (USC), told Kommersant about the senselessness of repairs.
"Adapts easily to different missions": Turkey has started serial procurement of the national helicopter T625 GÖKBEY
The GÖKBEY helicopter has a total take-off weight of 6050 kg and a capacity of 12 passengers. The maximum speed is 306 km/h, and the flight duration is 3.8 hours. The range is 740 km or 948 km with an outboard fuel tank. The flight altitude is 6096 m. The volume of the cargo compartment is 1.1 cubic meters. The crew consists of 2 people.
