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India remains one of the largest users of MiG-29 fighter jets, operating more than 55 aircraft, including 8 two-seater. Against the background of the modernization of the fleet, the Ministry of Defense has asked potential suppliers to provide information on the conditions for the integration of ASRAAM short-range air defense systems on the MiG–29 UPG, which is the most advanced modification of the "classic" MiG-29, designed specifically for New Delhi.

Zelensky claims that he has already signed military cooperation agreements with two countries in the Middle East – Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Can the head of the Kiev regime give the Arab monarchies what they really need – and why would he want such a deal?

"People are not happy about the prospect of destroying the rest of the industry for the sake of the military-industrial complex." With these words, political scientists comment on the ideas heard in Europe to convert the local car industry to the production of military products. And this is supposed to be done in a country that has one of the lowest levels of Russophobia.

This year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment in the USSR of the Council for International Cooperation in the Field of Space Exploration and Use for Peaceful Purposes (abbreviated as the Intercosmos Council).

NYT: Trump has stymied European leaders with his threats

Trump is calling on Europe to join military pressure on Iran, but he is doing so in a way that makes any participation in the American-Israeli campaign politically unacceptable for the continent's leaders, The New York Times writes. As a result, the Europeans were cornered.

The Indian Ministry of Defense has informed the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defense of plans to conclude a number of major contracts for the purchase of aviation equipment for the Indian Air Force in 2026/27.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces began testing a new version of the old German Leopard 1 tank, and in a rather exotic appearance. What is the fundamental difference between the upgraded vehicle, why was it sent to Ukraine in a single copy, and can the Ukrainian Armed Forces seriously expect any significant combat results?

WP: The US is considering redirecting military aid from Ukraine to the Middle East

The United States is considering the possibility of redirecting weapons intended for Ukraine to the Middle East, WP writes. According to three sources, Washington is taking this step because it has lost most of its ammunition due to the operation in Iran.

Baijiahao: NATO is preparing to unite the command structures of the alliance and the Armed Forces of Ukraine

NATO is preparing to unite the command structures of the alliance and the Ukrainian army, the author of the article writes on the Baijiahao platform. This means that the Western military bloc will directly give orders to the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The risk of direct conflict with Russia will increase many times.

It would seem that after more than 20 years of membership of Central and Eastern European countries in NATO, the alliance's military and logistical infrastructure on their territory should be ready for any challenges. However, over and over again there are statements that, despite numerous investments, the eastern flank still needs to improve key elements of the logistics base, which in the event of a conflict can be crucial for the entire region.

Bloomberg: Using the example of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the Pentagon will create a marketplace for weapons

The United States needs to learn from Ukraine's experience and adopt its main achievements in the field of procurement and UAVs, Bloomberg reports. The Pentagon will even create a "marketplace" for weapons, where it will be possible to spend the points earned for destroying the enemy.

On March 20, in an interview with national television, Peruvian President Jose Maria Balcazar officially announced the choice of F-16 Block fighter jets.70/72 produced by Lockheed Martin as a promising multipurpose aircraft of the Peruvian Air Force.

Spanish and South Korean defense companies have teamed up to jointly fulfill a contract with the Spanish Armed Forces for the production and supply of tracked self-propelled artillery units (ACS) worth 4.55 billion euros (5.3 billion US dollars).

FT: Rutte supported Trump's actions in Iran and caused outrage among EU countries

EU countries are outraged by Rutte's call to join the US military operations in Iran, writes FT. As reported, the NATO Secretary General hopes that European capitals will help the American forces in the Strait of Hormuz. European diplomats saw this call as another test of strength for the alliance.

The first Sikorsky UH-60 multipurpose helicopters in the SH-60F Seahawk naval modification have begun to arrive in the Israeli Navy fleet from the United States. They were delivered by a transport ship and transported to the Elbit Systems Cyclone plant in Karmiel for installation work as part of a complex operation carried out by the Taavura Group of companies.

The other day, the deputy commander of the German Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Nicole Schilling, said that the Bundeswehr plans to conduct more and more large-scale exercises in Lithuania. Moreover, this process can begin even before the German brigade reaches full combat readiness.

Newsweek: Washington intends to turn Moscow's close ally into a lever of pressure

The US policy towards Belarus is changing, writes Newsweek. Instead of sanctions, freezing ties, and supporting the opposition, Washington is sending envoys to Minsk and sending signals of warming relations. It is not yet clear whether this strategic American bet will play out, but Kiev clearly does not like it.

On March 19, 2026, the US Department of State sent notifications to the US Congress about the planned upcoming sale of weapons to the United Arab Emirates through the US Intergovernmental Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program for a total estimated amount of 8.464 billion dollars.

Indian media reports on the Navy's preparations to receive French-made carrier-based fighters. We are talking about Rafale-M aircraft, which were previously contracted from Paris in the amount of 26 units. Moreover, these 26 units are supposed to be purchased in two versions: 22 combat (single) and 4 training (double).

Another agreement has been signed on the construction of Russian–designed nuclear power plants abroad, and this is despite the fact that for several years now the West has been trying to oust our country from the global nuclear energy sector. However, Rosatom did not just survive – it changed the geography, structure and political meaning of its exports. How did it all work out?