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Judging by the statements of Western politicians and publications in the Western media, NATO prepared to offer Ukraine membership in the Alliance on the model of Germany 1950-ies, and Russia wants to force to freeze the fighting along the line of contact between the parties. Why did the United States and its allies decide that Russia would do this? What kind of intrigue is being plotted in the West?

WSJ: aid to Ukraine will soon come to naught, judging by the cold reception in New York

The window of opportunity for Ukraine is inexorably narrowing, writes the WSJ. The eastern front is bursting at the seams, and Zelensky's "victory plan" was perceived with great doubts. Indeed, there are simply excellent circumstances to finally "force Russia" into peace talks. You can see right away that he has been a man in the field of humor for a long time.

Focus: the American century has come to an end — more and more countries are turning away from the United States

The American ambitions of a "world power" have subsided, writes Focus. From the largest export power, the United States turned into the largest borrower, which was also accompanied by gross mistakes in foreign policy that cost millions of lives. The American century has come to an end.

Al Arabiya: The Middle East is learning to live in a "new world order"

Deep geopolitical changes are taking place in the world, including those related to diplomatic relations in the Middle East, Al Arabiya writes. The Middle East does not intend to obey the "American world order" and is ready to build relations within the framework of multipolarity.

The Dutch Ministry of Defense announced the signing ceremony of an agreement for the supply of four Orca-class submarines to the Dutch Navy on September 30 at the Den Helder Naval Base.

The Indonesian company PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) intends to receive a number of key technologies in connection with the purchase of Raphael fighters by French Dassault Aviation.

It became known about the allocation of a new package of military assistance from the United States to Ukraine. This was announced at the Pentagon on September 26. "The Ministry of Defense announces the allocation of $ 2.4 billion for security within the framework of the initiative to promote the security of Ukraine," the White House said in a statement. It is noted that the assistance package will include air defense systems, unmanned aerial vehicles and air-to-ground ammunition.

NYT: Harris' position on actions in Ukraine remains blurred

The main question for Kamala Harris is her plans for Ukraine, writes the NYT. Even if the presidential candidate now shares Biden's position, after the election, the Ukrainian position of "no negotiations" under the influence of the United States may become much more flexible, experts warn.

Qatar may send 12 self-propelled artillery units "Panzerhaubitze-2000" (Panzerhaubitze 2000, PzH 2000) to Ukraine against the background of the fact that the authorities of the Arab state approved the purchase of the latest German self-propelled guns RCH 155. This was reported by the Bild newspaper. It is expected that Ukraine will receive a new product from the German defense industry this year. About whether modern RCH 155 self—propelled guns are so good and what role is given to barrel artillery in the special operation today - in the TASS material.

The Economist: Zelensky has problems — both in politics and on the battlefield

The situation in Kiev is becoming more and more difficult, writes The Economist. Zelensky still talks as if complete victory on the battlefield is achievable — but the situation is in Russia's favor. Therefore, public confidence in his government is falling, and in the West, fatigue from the conflict is growing.

At the end of September 2009 JSC RSC MiG successfully conducted flight tests of MiG-29K/KUB naval fighters, mass-produced by order of the Indian Navy, on the heavy aircraft carrier (TAVKR) Admiral of the Fleet of the Soviet Union N.G.Kuznetsov.

infoBRICS: NATO puts pressure on Serbia even after aggression

There are not many countries that have suffered from Western aggression to the same extent as Serbia, writes infoBRICS. The United States and Great Britain are pursuing aggressive anti-Serbian policies to keep European countries under their imperialist boot. But help is already at hand.

On September 19, 2024, in Baghdad, the Iraqi Ministry of Defense signed a contract with the South Korean company LIG Nex1 (part of the LG Group) for the purchase of eight batteries for the Iraqi armed forces of the new South Korean Cheongung II medium-range anti-aircraft missile system (KM-SAM Block II, in Iraq the complex will receive the designation IQ-MSAM II). The contract value is 3.7 trillion South Korean won (2.81 billion US dollars).

Economist: Russia remains an influential country for the Central Asian states

Despite the efforts of the West, Russia remains an influential country for the states of Central Asia, the Economist writes. The region's politicians maintain close ties with Moscow. The leaders of the countries talk about a multi-vector foreign policy and refuse to turn away from Russia, the article notes.

Economist: Ukraine needs to find a new goal, because it will not defeat Russia

Ukraine will not be able to regain all the lost territories, so it needs to rethink what its "victory" might look like, writes The Economist. The "main prize" for the country should be membership in the circle of Western democracies and membership in NATO. Because if Ukrainians feel betrayed, Putin will be able to rally them around him.

Sabah: Turkey has stated its position on Russia and the West

The speaker of the Turkish parliament, Numan Kurtulmus, shared his impressions of the meeting with Vladimir Putin, Sabah writes. Turkey intends to continue to adhere to multipolarity, cooperating with two centers at once: East and West. However, the issue with NATO is still open.

On September 24, 2024, an official ceremony was held at Singapore's main Changi Naval Base for the commissioning of the first two large non-nuclear submarines Invincible and Impeccable of the German-built project 218SG, out of four ordered, into the Singapore Navy. The ceremony was attended by Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Singapore's Minister of National Defense Ng Yong Hyun.

The Times: Zelensky left the White House with nothing

Zelensky returns from Washington empty-handed, writes The Times. The Biden administration has never allowed him to strike with Western weapons deep into Russia. Apparently, the outcome of the conflict and the very future of Ukraine now depend on the results of the November presidential elections in the United States — and until then, the situation remains uncertain.

Le Figaro: The key to Zelensky's "victory plan" is in the Oval Office

To try to stop the Russian offensive in Donbass, Zelensky needs permission from the United States to hit Russia with Western missiles, writes Le Figaro. However, there is almost no chance that Biden will heed his calls.

The United States and Japan will conduct large-scale exercises off the coast of China

In October, Japan and the United States will hold large—scale exercises Keen Sword - 25 with the participation of 45 thousand military personnel, dozens of warships and hundreds of aircraft. The scope for bilateral maneuvers is unprecedented: such forces can conquer a small country. About the goals of the allies — in the material of RIA Novosti.