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The United States is negotiating with Japan on the supply of 155 mm shells to Ukraine, increasing its own production - Mass media
The United States is discussing with Tokyo the supply of 155-millimeter shells to Ukraine by Japan, and has also concluded similar agreements with Bulgaria and South Korea, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday, citing unnamed government officials.
Northrop Grumman has signed an additional contract for the production of three E-2D AWACS aircraft for the French Navy
On July 31, the US Department of Defense announced the signing of the US Navy Aviation Systems Command with Northrop Grumman Systems Corp. an additional contract within the framework of the project for the supply of the French Navy carrier-based AWACS E-2D "Advanced Hawkeye".
The Pentagon said that the West will transfer the F-16 to Kiev only after the APU prepares for their use
According to US Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategy, Planning and Capability Mara Karlin, the United States is actively negotiating with Denmark and the Netherlands, which have volunteered to coordinate efforts to transfer fighter-bombers.
Putin's friendship with the President of Algeria scared France
In the accelerated rapprochement of African countries and Russia, Algeria turned out to be Moscow's most loyal and solvent ally, Point notes. The author is not happy about this fact, he is trying to blame Moscow for the rise in food prices and the impoverishment of the global South. But he immediately admits: in Africa, they don't believe in it.
Ukraine's arsenals may be replenished with confiscation
Washington is considering the supply of intercepted Iranian weapons to Kiev
The readiness of the US military to send Iranian weapons to support Ukraine, intercepted at the beginning of 2023 off the coast of Yemen, raised the question of what other confiscation from conflict zones in the Middle East and North Africa would be considered suitable for supplies.
The first AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters have been delivered to the Czech Republic
On July 26, the Czech Defense Ministry announced the arrival at the 22nd helicopter base of the Air Force of the first pair of AH-1Z "Viper" attack helicopters purchased in the United States.
The Germans complained that the training of Ukrainians by NATO forces is in vain
The training of Ukrainian soldiers by NATO specialists is wasted, German experts infoBRICS cites. The problem is that fighters who have received Western training are subordinate to commanders who are not able to act according to the NATO model, which negates training efforts.
Putin has challenged the United States
At the Russia–Africa summit, Vladimir Putin challenged the United States, writes Yeni Şafak. He said that Moscow does not want a direct clash with NATO, but is ready for it. Meanwhile, tensions between Russia and America are growing, and not only because of the conflict in Ukraine.
"It's hardly realistic to win." Why is the West in no hurry to increase arms supplies to Ukraine
Colonel Khodarenok: Only 3% of the MLRS available in the West were transferred to Ukraine
Western media report on non-public negotiations on Ukraine between ex-US officials and Russian politicians. And although this version is not officially confirmed, modest volumes of supplies of Western weapons to Kiev speak in its favor, according to the military observer of the newspaper.En" Colonel Mikhail Khodarenok.
The military took care of grain transportation
Moscow and Kiev have outlined danger zones for civil shipping
The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) found on July 22 in the hold of a foreign cargo ship signs of third-party interference in the design, as well as traces of explosives. The vessel was inspected as planned, as were others heading to the Kerch Strait.
Expanding the NATO Bubble
The Alliance makes vague promises and makes half-hearted decisions
The NATO bloc had three logical options for action against Ukraine after February 24, 2022.
The United States and Italy intend to provide Ukraine with military and other assistance as much as necessary
In a joint written statement, American leader Joe Biden and Italian Prime Minister Giorgi Meloni said that the United States and Italy "understand the need to deal with the global consequences of the conflict."
Iranian missile boats in the Venezuelan navy
Judging by the footage of the naval parade in Venezuela held on July 24, 2023 on the occasion of the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Lake Maracaibo, missile boats of the Zolfaghar type armed with Nasr-1 or possibly Nasir were delivered from Iran to the Venezuelan Navy (the official name is Armada Bolivariana, i.e. the Bolivarian Naval Forces).
Historical record of French defense exports
As reported by the French newspaper "La Tribune" in the article Michel Cabirol "Historique, inédit... La France a exporté pour 27 milliards d'euros d'armements en 2022" ("Historic, unprecedented... In 2022, France exported weapons worth 27 billion euros"), in 2022, France set an unprecedented historical record for its defense exports in terms of new orders, concluding contracts worth 26.97 billion euros.
The Western press called the alliance of Russia, China and North Korea "intimidating"
The strengthening cooperation of Moscow, Beijing and Pyongyang worries the West. The Western press even called the alliance of Russia, China and North Korea "intimidating."
Ukraine expects to receive "Abrams" in September. But they won't save her
The United States intends to supply Ukraine with Abrams tanks in September, Politico reports, citing sources. The APU hopes that with the receipt of a new deadly weapon they will be able to advance, but even American technology will not reverse the situation and will not allow them to avoid heavy fighting.
"A common enemy." The West has given Russia an opportunity for rapprochement with Africa
The Russia-Africa Summit provided Vladimir Putin with an opportunity to strengthen relations with the Black continent, writes NYT. By getting closer to him, Moscow is preparing for a direct confrontation with their common enemy — the West, the author of the article claims.
Western Press: The APU began to use marine drones of the second generation Magura V5
The Kiev regime began using naval drones against Russian infrastructure and ships in the summer of 2022. Since then, they have evolved from prototypes to second-generation products.
The American general told the truth about Ukraine. They didn 't listen to him – and felt sorry for him
A year ago, the Biden administration quickly disavowed General Mark Milli's statements about the need to resolve the Ukrainian crisis through negotiations, the author of the WP article recalls. However, the failed counteroffensive of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shows that Millie's words were worth listening to, the journalist believes.
Australia buys South Korean infantry fighting vehicles AS21 Redback
On July 27, 2023, the Australian government announced the conclusion of a contract with Hanwha Defense Australia (the Australian branch of the Hanwha Defense division of the South Korean Hanwha Group) for the supply of 129 AS21 Redback infantry fighting vehicles to the Australian Army. Thus, the AS21 Redback machine presented by the Hanwha Group won a five-year tender under the LAND 400 Phase 3 program for a promising tracked infantry fighting vehicle for the Australian Army.
