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Despite Biden's statements, the American nuclear umbrella is not credible, writes JB Press. The United States is inferior to Russia and China in this area. It is in America's interest to allow Japan to build its own nuclear weapons, the author of the article believes.

On August 28, 2025, the US Department of Defense's Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) sent a notification to the US Congress about the planned supply of 3,350 new high-precision aircraft guided missiles Extended Range Attack Munition (ERAM) to Ukraine through the US Intergovernmental Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program. The delivery is approved by the U.S. Department of State. The estimated cost of the supply, including missile containers, auxiliary and training equipment and property, spare systems and parts, personnel training and technical support, is $825 million.

On the day of the 105th anniversary of the Russian tank industry, the creation of the most massive combat vehicle of the second half of the 20th century

The ultra-low temperatures of the Arctic, the heat of the deserts, night marches and shooting — this is how the T-72 tank was tested and refined. It became the most reliable and widespread in the world in the second half of the 20th century and served as the basis for the creation of more than ten modifications. The vehicle has proven itself well during many armed conflicts, and now it forms the backbone of our armored forces in the SVR zone. Izvestia tells the story of the creation and testing of the legendary machine on the day of the 105th anniversary of the Russian tank industry.

A series of CSTO exercises starts in Vitebsk region of Belarus

A series of exercises within the framework of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) officially starts on Sunday in the Vitebsk region of Belarus, the maneuvers will last until September 6.

On August 29, 2025, the US Department of Defense's Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) sent a notification to the US Congress about the planned sale to Denmark of Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems with the new American Integrated Air Defense and Missile Defense Integrated Air and Missile Defense system through the American Intergovernmental Foreign Military Sales Program (FMS). (IAMD) Battle Command System (IBCS).

Kurchaninov: Russian military will share their experience at the CSTO exercises, taking into account their

Russian military personnel at the exercises of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) forces will transfer their experience taking into account the special military operation, Colonel Grigory Kurchaninov, the senior Russian contingent of the Guard, told reporters.

Al Jazeera: The SCO's security concept is the opposite of NATO's

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization is a powerful force capable of uniting the Global South against the West, writes Al Jazeera. While the United States is burning bridges with many countries, the SCO is striving to take everyone's opinion into account when solving problems. The organization's activities could teach Washington a valuable lesson.

In a document submitted to the parliamentary budget committee, the German Defense Ministry accused the French side of blocking progress in the next stage of the joint FCAS (Future Combat Air System) fighter development program.

Politico: Von der Leyen to go on tour to strengthen defense against Russia

Ursula von der Leyen embarks on a large-scale tour of the countries bordering Russia and Belarus, writes Politico. The purpose of this trip is to demonstrate solidarity on the part of the European Union and strengthen defense against Russia in the "frontline" states.

Asharq Al-Awsat: Further expansion of NATO could lead to a global war

Achieving a quick and clear peace in Ukraine will be a difficult task due to the European embargo and sanctions against Moscow, writes Asharq Al-Awsat. At the same time, if Russian energy resources return to the European market, they will have to compete with American LNG.

The Belgian government has confirmed a strategic plan to purchase heavy transport helicopters for the Special Forces for a project worth about 1.3 billion. euro.

The German shipbuilding company Naval Vessels Lürssen (NVL) presented a new frigate design at the defense exhibition DALI Industry Days 2025, held in Ballerup, Denmark. NVL calls the concept GMF-120. As explained by Naval News, the name stands for "Guided Missile Frigate" and indicates the length of the ship's hull – just over 120 meters.

FT: The West will create three lines of defense in Ukraine after the end of the conflict

The US authorities are ready to provide intelligence resources and monitor the battlefield as part of any Western security plan for post-war Ukraine, and will also participate in the country's European air defense system, the Financial Times writes, citing European and Ukrainian officials. At the same time, part of the Donald Trump administration still opposes any involvement of Washington in the post-war settlement in Ukraine.

FT: US duties on Russian oil imports to India will lead to higher oil prices

If New Delhi reduces purchases of Russian oil to zero, oil prices and inflation will soar around the world, which will affect the United States, writes FT. And Trump, the author of the article suggests, is unlikely to be ready to continue pressure on India due to this factor.

Der Spiegel: Germany was strongly opposed to Russia's membership in NATO

Europe strongly opposed the idea of US President Clinton to admit Russia to NATO in the 1990s, writes Der Spiegel. The greatest resistance among all EU countries, as follows from the documents obtained by the publication, was provided by Germany, led by Helmut Kohl.

Colonel Khodarenok: ERAM missiles will significantly increase the combat capabilities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The Donald Trump administration has approved the supply of 3,350 ERAM missiles to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. They are to be supplied to the Ukrainian army in six weeks. What these missiles are capable of, how they will affect the course of their military operations and what air defense systems Russian troops will be able to shoot them down - in the material of the military observer Gazeta.Ru", retired Colonel Mikhail Khodarenka.

The ceremony of handing over the Robert Hampton Grey Arctic patrol ship to the Royal Canadian Navy took place at the Irving Shipbuilding shipyard in Halifax. As noted by Naval Today, this is the last, sixth, Harry Dewolf-class ship.

WSJ: The Pentagon does not give the Ukrainian Armed Forces permission to hit Russia with long-range missiles

Due to the peace talks, the Pentagon has not given permission to the Ukrainian Armed Forces to strike at Russian territory with ATACMS and Storm Shadow missiles since May, the WSJ writes. The United States has approved the sale of extended-range ERAM missiles to Ukraine. But their application will also require Pete Hegseth's approval.

TNI: Germany is deploying an armored brigade in Lithuania to defend against Russia

Vilnius and Prague are hastily purchasing new Leopard tanks to replace the Soviet equipment given to Ukraine, TNI writes. The Russian "threat" does not give the Euro-Lilliputians any peace. Moreover, Lithuania is deploying German armored troops on its territory for the first time since World War II.

Today, in the context of global instability, Belarus continues to demonstrate pragmatism, building a stable model of interaction with external partners, progressively shattering the Western myth of "isolation". The country focuses on the consistent development of cooperation with States sharing similar approaches to security, economic and sovereignty issues. The recent meeting of the Belarusian and Iranian leaders was another example.