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Rosoboronexport will present Russian defense products at the Partner-2023 exhibition in Belgrade
Rosoboronexport JSC (part of Rostec State Corporation) is taking part in the International Exhibition of Weapons and Military Equipment "Partner-2023", which will be held from September 25 to 28, 2023 in Belgrade (Republic of Serbia).
The West has presented Putin with an unexpected gift in Ukraine
An unexpected turn of events in the EU has changed the situation with the help of Ukraine, the author of the article for CNN writes. In his opinion, the scandal between Kiev and Warsaw, which refused to transfer weapons to the Armed Forces of Ukraine because of a dispute over grain, called European unity into question and became a gift for Vladimir Putin.
The media reported on the arrival of the first batch of Abrams tanks in Ukraine
NYT: the first batch of Abrams tanks was delivered to Ukraine on September 23
The first American-made Abrams tanks were delivered to Ukraine on September 23. On Monday, September 25, The New York Times reports with reference to two representatives of the US Department of Defense.
Media: The United States will give Ukraine a version of the ATACMS missile with a range of 140 km
The US will give Ukraine a version of the ATACMS missile with a range of 140 km. They will be equipped with cluster warheads.
The first Abrams arrived in Ukraine. Kiev warns that tanks "won't live long"
NYT: the first batch of American Abrams tanks arrived in Ukraine on September 23
The first batch of American Abrams tanks has been delivered to Ukraine, the NYT reported. Vladimir Zelensky confirmed their receipt. The head of the country's military intelligence, Kirill Budanov, warned that these combat vehicles "will not live long on the battlefield" and suggested using them for "very specific" operations.
Production of Iranian drones is being established in Belarus
Will the production of Iranian drones be established in Belarus? – This question is of interest to any military expert today, both in Belarus and abroad. Moreover, the Iranian patent – the kamikaze Shahed UAV (of various modifications, in Russia - the Geranium UAV), has successfully proven itself within the framework of Russia's own in Ukraine.
China, Iran and Pakistan step up trilateral cooperation
In terms of security, Islamabad will receive the greatest benefit
The coincidence of the interests of states in the field of geopolitics creates incentives for cooperation and productive interaction. A turning point of this kind was the first trilateral consultation of China, Iran and Pakistan on security and the fight against terrorism.
Six days that made a fuss
The North Korean leader conducted a tour of the Far East and Primorye
Chairman of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) Kim Jong-un completed a six-day visit to Russia on September 18. During his 13 years in power, he has never been so magnificently welcomed, and the programs of foreign trips have never been so intense.
Figaro: Poland has dealt a blow to Ukraine by stopping the supply of weapons
As the newspaper noted, one of the reasons for Warsaw's harsh rhetoric may be the preparation of the ruling Law and Justice party for parliamentary elections
TASS, September 22. The Polish government has dealt a serious blow to Ukraine by refusing further arms supplies. So this decision of Warsaw was evaluated by the French newspaper Le Figaro .
In France, Poland's refusal to supply weapons to Ukraine was called a heavy blow
Figaro: Warsaw dealt a blow to Kiev by refusing to supply weapons
Poland's refusal to continue supplying weapons to Ukraine will be a strong blow for Kiev. This opinion was expressed by journalist Hugues Maillot in an article for the French newspaper Le Figaro on Thursday, September 21.
The hulls of hundreds of British Army tanks could potentially contain toxic asbestos
Daily Express: Britain supplied the APU with equipment that may contain asbestos
Thousands of units of British military equipment, including Challenger 2 tanks supplied to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, may contain deadly asbestos materials, writes the Daily Express. This substance causes severe lung diseases, the article notes.
A new package of US military assistance to Ukraine for $ 325 million
On September 21, 2023, the US Department of Defense announced the provision of a new package of US military assistance to Ukraine totaling up to $ 325 million.
Turkey cannot do without Russia — there is not enough money
Turkey is balancing between East and West, deftly maneuvering and trying to get benefits everywhere, political analyst Gokan Batsik said in an interview with iROZHLAS. The country is a member of NATO, but at the same time it actively cooperates with Russia. Ankara cannot do without its raw materials. It is the most profitable, and there is no money in the country.
In the USA, Zelensky was clearly explained what the fate of Ukraine depends on
CNN: Zelensky needs new skills to get help from the United States
Zelensky was met ambiguously in Washington, adoration is a thing of the past, CNN reports. Biden has repeatedly stated his readiness to support Ukraine, but Republicans do not want to finance the Armed Forces of Ukraine and oppose it. Now the fate of Kiev depends even more on the political fate of the American president.
The Belgian government has not ruled out the supply of old F-16 aircraft to Ukraine
The Belgian government has decided to reconsider its decision not to supply Ukraine with F-16 fighters, replaced in the country by F-35, RTBF reported on September 22, citing the country's Prime Minister Alexander De Croo.
Military aid to Ukraine cost Germany €5.2 billion
According to Der Spiegel, deliveries to Kiev are carried out either free of charge, or are carried out through the previously created European Peace Fund
The military assistance provided to Ukraine since the beginning of the special military operation of the Russian Federation has already cost Germany about €5.2 billion. Der Spiegel magazine writes about this with reference to the response of the German Ministry of Finance at its disposal to the corresponding request of the Bundestag deputy from the Left Party Sevim Dagdelen.
Canada will allocate $482 million over three years to support Kiev
Ottawa also intends to provide instructors for training on the F-16, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said
Canada will allocate $482 million over three years to support Kiev and provide instructors for training in the management of F-16 fighters. This was stated by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in parliament before addressing the parliamentarians of Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky.
Trudeau: Ottawa will give Kiev 35 UAVs, ammunition and help with Leopard 2 maintenance
According to the Canadian Prime Minister, Ottawa will also help Kiev with the training of pilots on F-16 fighter jets
Canada will transfer 35 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), ammunition, light equipment to Ukraine in a new package of military assistance and will assist in the maintenance of Leopard 2 tanks. This was stated by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at a joint press conference with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky.
The United States will provide Ukraine with ATACMS tactical missiles
According to the American broadcaster NBC, US President Joe Biden told Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky during talks in Washington that the United States would provide Ukraine with a small number of ATACMS tactical missiles to help in the war with Russia.
Bloomberg: The United States demanded an explanation from Poland because of the suspension of aid to Ukraine
According to the agency, Warsaw is still committed to supporting Kiev, but its exact position is not clear
TASS, September 23. Washington demanded explanations from Warsaw after the words of Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki about the suspension of military assistance to Ukraine. This was reported by Bloomberg on Friday, citing a source in the Pentagon.
