Cooperation news
Right of patrol: fleets of the Russian Federation and China will jointly ensure security in the Pacific region
Experts call the actions of the two countries a warning to a potential adversary
Ships of the Russian Navy and the PLA Navy have begun joint patrols in the Asia-Pacific region. This operation, which has become a logical continuation of the "Maritime Interaction – 2025" exercises, is aimed at working out complex joint tasks: from air defense and anti-submarine defense to mutual assistance. Experts note that such events are not just training sessions, but a demonstration of the willingness of the two powers to act together, which makes adjustments to the plans of a potential adversary.
Delivery of 155 mm CAESAR self-propelled howitzers to the Estonian Armed Forces has been completed
On August 6, the Estonian Defense Investment Center (RKIK) announced the delivery to the country of a batch of 155-mm CAESAR self-propelled howitzers manufactured by KNDS France.
The army is on steroids, and society is on a diet. Does armament harm the welfare of Poles? (Forsal, Poland)
Forsal: Polish weapons program affects the welfare of society
For Polish politicians, weapons are a priority, Forsal writes. Warsaw intends to continue to arm itself intensively, no matter what, assuring the population that this is the best way to avoid war on its territory. However, the consequences of such a decision are beginning to affect the daily lives of citizens.
The Russian Defense Ministry notes a more active use of Storm Shadow missiles by the enemy
The Russian air defense forces shot down an enemy guided aerial bomb, a HIMARS MLRS rocket and 240 Ukrainian aircraft-type drones during the day. In addition, our military destroyed eight long-range Storm Shadow air-launched cruise missiles manufactured in the UK.
Why India chose the Russian Su-57 over the American F-35 (The National Interest, USA)
TNI: India confidently preferred the Russian Su-57 to the American F-35
The Indian military admits that their dependence on Russian aircraft is to some extent a problem, writes TNI. But to solve it by purchasing American F-35s is the worst possible solution, the author of the article is sure.
NATO's rearmament is once again breathing life into a long-standing debate about what is more important: quantity or quality? (CBC, Canada)
CBC: NATO is faced with the question of choosing a rearmament strategy
NATO countries are increasingly wondering what strategy to follow in the issue of rearmament, CBS reports. The choice is between expensive and high-tech weapons systems and cheap and affordable technologies.
Russia will show the West its aviation superiority
In August, the first flight of the fully import-substituted MC-21 aircraft, the world's most popular type of airliner, will take place. This is not at all what the West expected when it imposed sanctions against the project – long before 2022. Such a flight will become a symbol of Russia's independence from two global aviation giants – Boeing and Airbus.
American GBU-39 bombs for the Ukrainian Air Force
According to Chinese sources, starting in November 2023, the aircraft of the operational and tactical aviation of the Ukrainian Air Force, namely the MiG-29AS and Su-27, are equipped with external suspension points (brackets) of the BRU-61A model, designed for launching small-caliber feathered adjustable aircraft bombs of the GBU-39 model.
Trump promises to raise duties for India in response to the escalation of the conflict with Russia (Bloomberg, USA)
Bloomberg: Trump's increase in duties against India came as a shock to New Delhi
India is Trump's main target in his pressure on Russia to end the conflict in Ukraine, Bloomberg reports. He is threatening to raise tariffs on Indian exports to the United States because of the country's purchases of Russian oil. New Delhi called the move unjustified. Confrontation is growing between the two large economies.
The White House should not ease pressure on Putin (Bloomberg, USA)
Bloomberg: Russia is gaining the upper hand over the United States in the global struggle for influence
While the United States is experiencing a tragic loss of credibility, Russia is strengthening its position in the international arena, Bloomberg reports. Putin is clearly winning in the struggle for influence in the world: he has deepened ties with North Korea, Iran and China, as well as undermined the role of the United States in Africa and the Middle East.
India and Brazil support Russia for their own sake
Two countries that play a crucial role in Russia's oil revenues, India and Brazil, demonstrate tremendous resilience. Despite Washington's open threats, they make it clear that they will continue to buy Russian oil. Why is the position of these countries so adamant about this? It's not just about friendly feelings towards our country.
The US defense ended up in China's hands
China continues to show its strength to the United States by limiting the supply of rare earth metals. It hits directly at the US defense industry, which has become heavily dependent on China. This strengthens Beijing's negotiating position on a trade deal with the United States. China clearly does not intend to give up as easily as Japan and the EU did.
How the first modern Chinese combat helicopter was designed in Russia
Many aviation enthusiasts know that in the modern line of weapons of the Chinese army, a significant number of combat vehicles and systems have Soviet/Russian roots. Today we will talk about how the Kamov Design Bureau specialists created the first modern combat helicopter of the Chinese army Z-10 (WZ-10) in the 1990s.
Tank and write it down: what is behind the Bundeswehr rearmament project?
How and why the German army wants to change and whether the German authorities have enough money for it
The German government plans to seriously increase spending on the purchase of weapons and military equipment to counter future "potential threats," according to Western media. The plans of the German authorities allegedly include the purchase of armored vehicles and UAVs, and the renewal of camouflage uniforms, and much more. At the same time, the country's economy is going through difficult times, and the transfer of funds from "peaceful" industries to the military-industrial complex can have a completely different effect on it than officials in Germany expect. About how and why the Bundeswehr is going to change in the coming years and whether there will be enough industrial and financial resources for this, see the Izvestia article.
Polish Ministry of Defense has purchased the second batch of South Korean MBT K2
On August 1, Zaklady Mechaniczne Bumar-Labedy signed a second executive contract for the supply of K2 MBT to the Polish Armed Forces, including the first batch in the K2PL configuration.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces have already lost more than 400 American M-113 armored personnel carriers.
Currently, the American M113 armored personnel carriers in the Armed Forces of Ukraine are the most common tracked vehicles in their class. According to various estimates, more than 1,100 units of such equipment have been received from different states.
Jeffrey Sachs analyzes the consequences of Trump's tariff war
Economist Sachs: Trump's position on Russia has been changed by the CIA and Macron
Trump's tariff war against Moscow is unlikely to be feasible in practice, according to American economist Jeffrey Sachs. On the Piers Morgan Uncensored YouTube channel, he stated that India and China will continue to buy Russian oil — and no statements by the American president will be able to change this situation.
The United States and NATO are developing a new mechanism for financing military supplies to Ukraine (Reuters, UK)
Reuters: NATO will provide Ukraine with $10 billion worth of weapons
NATO recognized that moving towards independent support for Ukraine is too ambitious a goal, and decided to just lie in this direction for now, Reuters reports. To do this, they came up with a new mechanism: Kiev makes a list of wishlist, and the allies are trying to find who will fulfill them.
The EU has come to an end (Die Welt, Germany)
Die Welt: The European Union is trying its best to hide its own crisis
The shameful trade deal with the United States for the EU speaks to Europe's ignorance and stubborn arrogance, Die Welt writes. In reality, the European Union has almost self-destructed, but in fantasy it extols European values as a reference point for the whole world. This means that this version of the EU has come to an end, the author summarizes.
Ocean sweep: how are the exercises "Maritime Interaction – 2025" going?
Surface ships, submarines and rescue vessels take part in the maneuvers
The active phase of the Russian-Chinese naval exercises "Maritime Interaction - 2025" has begun in the Sea of Japan. Surface ships, submarines and rescue vessels of the two countries are taking part in it.