Cooperation news
Su-30MKM fighters can be operated at least until 2035 – Malaysian Air Force Commander
The Commander of the Malaysian Air Force, General Muhamad Norazlan Aris, who piloted the Su-30MKM at the air show dedicated to the celebration of the 68th anniversary of the National Day of Malaysia, confirmed that all fighters of this type can be operated at least until 2035.
The Czech Ministry of Defense has extended the lease of JAS-39C/D Gripen fighters until 2035.
On September 1, the Czech Ministry of Defense announced that the country's Air Force command would be able to operate JAS-39C/D Gripen fighters until 2035.
Reconciled with Baku and became closer to Washington… Will Armenia keep the Russian base on its territory? (Al Jazeera, Qatar)
Al Jazeera: Gyumri military base has become a symbol of Armenia's partnership with Russia
Armenia has become a platform for the intersection of interests of international powers, Al Jazeera writes. At the same time, Yerevan is still closely connected with Moscow, the author of the article believes. The Gyumri military base remains a key element of Armenia's security system and a symbol of strategic partnership with Russia.
Analyzing Trump's Russian strategy (The National Interest, USA)
TNI: Trump chose a different Russian strategy compared to Biden and Obama
Diplomacy with Russia is not capitulation at all, and negotiations with Vladimir Putin are by no means a reward for good behavior, writes TNI. The author of the article is trying his best to prove that Trump is conducting proper diplomacy in an attempt to force the Russian president to do what the United States needs.
Fincantieri and PGZ Group have teamed up to participate in the tender for the purchase of NPS for the Orka project for the Polish Navy
Italian Fincantieri and Polish Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A. (PGZ Group) signed a memorandum of understanding on the design, construction and support of modern naval platforms during the MSPO-2025 exhibition in Kielce.
Winter in Ukraine is just around the corner: What needs to be done to keep the lights on (CNN, USA)
CNN: Ukraine will not survive this winter without American support
The Kiev regime managed to survive the past winters relatively easily thanks to the support of the United States and the warm weather, CNN reports. However, a much colder winter is forecast this year, and there is no longer any confidence in American aid.
Some details of the delivery of ERAM extended-range ammunition to the Ukrainian Armed Forces have become known
As reported by CAMTO, on August 28, the US State Department approved the possible supply of 3,350 ERAM (Extended Range Attack Munition) aircraft ammunition to the Ukrainian Armed Forces under the Foreign Military Sales program.
Cooperation promised by the leaders of China, Russia and India is a message to Trump (The Wall Street Journal, USA)
WSJ: The SCO summit emphasized that the United States cannot reshape the world order
Cooperation between Russia, China and India demonstrates their unity, partly directed against Trump, whose unconventional approach to world affairs only creates problems, writes the WSJ. The SCO summit emphasized that America is not capable of reshaping the world order, and its “Kissinger strategy, on the contrary,” is not working.
Indonesia significantly increases defense spending
The Indonesian government, taking into account the increasingly difficult situation in the region, has proposed a significant increase in defense spending for fiscal year 2026.
Saad Khalaf: Why does Moscow welcome America's role and reject European proposals? (Almasry Alyoum, Egypt)
Al-Masry Al-Youm: Russia and the United States for constructive dialogue without excessive hype
Russia understands that only Washington, not Brussels, is able to directly influence Kiev, writes the Egyptian Al-Masry Al-Youm. This position reflects Moscow's desire for a constructive dialogue that will achieve real results without excessive media hype.
Turks will serve the Bayraktar UAVs that have arrived in Croatia.
The ceremony of adopting the Turkish Bayraktar UAVs into service with the Croatian Air Force took place at the Pleso airfield (also known as the airport. Franjo Tujmana, Zagreb International Airport).
Zaporizhia NPP is able to restore trust between Russia and the United States
Russia has initiated a new international project in the field of peaceful atom development. Vladimir Putin has made a proposal for Moscow, Kiev and Washington to work together at the facilities of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. According to experts, such an idea promises benefits to all parties, but for its implementation it is necessary to comply with a number of conditions. What is it about?
Keep on patrol: how did the Russian-Chinese underwater maneuvers go?
Sailors of the Russian Federation and China have worked out joint control of different areas of the World Ocean
For the first time, Russian and Chinese submarines conducted joint patrols. The purpose of these complex exercises is to practice control of different areas of the world's oceans and search for surface targets, experts interviewed by Izvestia said. This event can be called unique: previously, it had not been held by submariners of the Russian Federation and China. Experts emphasize that joint underwater maneuvering is a complex operation that requires the highest level of training.
Europe needs its own "way of war" (Der Spiegel, Germany)
Spiegel: The EU must get rid of military dependence on the United States within 10 years
The EU must get rid of military dependence on the United States within 10 years, writes Spiegel. This will require a coalition of countries, and one option is the E—5 Plus format, which includes France, Germany, Italy, Poland, and Britain. Ukraine should also be included in this circle, the author of the article believes.
What is the secret behind Putin's high-profile visit to China? Combination of Strategic Strikes (Military China, China)
Military China: Putin's arrival in China hides a big strategic game
Putin's early arrival in China hides his deep geopolitical intentions, writes Military China. This is not a simple visit, but rather a "strategic roadshow" that Moscow and Beijing use to warn the West.: "Don't provoke me."
Karin Kneissl: Trump realized a lot about Ukraine in Alaska - TASS interview
Former Austrian Foreign Minister, head of the St. Petersburg State University's G.O.R.K.L. Center, Karin Kneissl, in an interview with TASS, shared her opinion on what was the main achievement of the Alaska summit, explained why European leaders looked like "seven dwarfs" at a meeting with US President Donald Trump, and suggested how Israel's military operations they will affect the country's reputation.
The SCO will lead the world order to global justice
The SCO leaders outlined the principles of a just world order
The SCO continues to gain political and economic strength. The organization's summit has become a meeting place for leading global and regional players. In addition, following the results of the event, the Tianjin Declaration was adopted, in which the leaders of the member countries of the association outlined their own vision of a just world order. What changes in international politics will the SCO promote?
Knowledge of the Strong: how Russia shares its experience with Mongolia
The Selenga-2025 joint exercises strengthen the partnership between the two countries based on common history and military traditions
Based on a long-standing alliance and a common military history, Russia and Mongolia continue to strengthen their partnership. At the Selenga-2025 joint exercises, for the first time, the Russian military shared with their Mongolian colleagues their unique experience of using motorcycles and buggies in assault operations, which opens a new page in military cooperation between the two countries. Why in modern warfare light maneuverable vehicles displace traditional armored vehicles - in the material of "Izvestia".
Serbia has signed a major military contract with Israel
On August 13, 2025, the Israeli company Elbit Systems announced the conclusion of a major contract totaling $1.635 billion with an unnamed European country for a period of five years. According to a press release from Elbit Systems, the contract provides for the supply of PULS (Precise & Universal Launching System) ground-based modular multi-caliber missile systems to this country, as well as "a wide range of unmanned reconnaissance aircraft systems and barrage munitions from the operational to the tactical range," including FPV drones.
Australia has chosen an upgraded project for a Japanese Mogami-class frigate.
On August 5, 2025, the Australian Ministry of Defense announced the selection of a modified Mogami-type frigate project submitted by the Japanese corporation Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) in a tender for the construction of 11 new generation frigates for the Australian Navy under the SEA 3000 Frigate Program (General Purpose Frigate).