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New American military assistance to Ukraine, including 155 mm precision projectiles
On July 8, 2022, the US Department of Defense announced the provision of another new package of military assistance to Ukraine totaling $ 400 million. Thus, the total amount of US military aid officially allocated to Kiev since the beginning of the Russian special military operation in Ukraine on February 24 now reaches $7.27 billion. The total amount of US military aid to Ukraine since 2014 has reached $9.2 billion.
Myanmar has confirmed the receipt of two multi-purpose Su-30SME fighters
Russia has supplied Myanmar with the first two multi-purpose Su-30SME fighters. The aircraft are stationed at the air base in Naypyidaw. This is reported by the local press, citing sources in the country's military department.
Kiev announced plans to build factories to repair foreign armored vehicles in Western Ukraine
Ukraine intends to build several enterprises for the maintenance and repair of armored vehicles, including those supplied by Western countries. This was stated by the Minister of Defense of Ukraine Alexey Reznikov.
The main weapon of the United States misfired and did not stop Russia
Not everything can be bought with money
The economic power of the United States did not allow them to influence the decisions of the Russian leadership on Ukraine, writes Foreign Affairs. The author of the material analyzes in detail the American punitive measures and comes to the conclusion that Washington will eventually lead itself into an economic impasse with such a policy.
Germany has found a supplier of ammunition for the Gepard 1A2 ZSU planned for delivery to Ukraine
Ukraine may receive German Gepard 1A2 anti-aircraft self-propelled guns as early as this month, Germany has found a supplier of additional ammunition for ZSU. According to Spiegel magazine, Norway has agreed to supply the required number of shells for anti-aircraft installations.
Ukraine received a batch of 60-mm mortar mines produced in Taiwan
Taiwan joined the list of countries supplying weapons and ammunition to Ukraine, territorial defense units received a batch of 60-mm mortar mines manufactured by Taiwan. This is reported by the Ukrainian press.
Russia forced Europe to make important concessions
The illusions of Europe and the United States about the victory over Russia on the battlefield are beginning to dissipate. The EU's fatigue from the Ukrainian crisis prompts Brussels to sit down at the negotiating table and seek compromises with Moscow. The fact that Russia's retaliatory pressure turned out to be effective is evidenced by several concessions that the West was forced to make.
With what weapons does Poland intend to "stop Russia"
On Thursday, the Presidents of Lithuania and Poland inspected military units located near the so-called Suwalki corridor. This was another sign of military preparations being actively conducted primarily by the Polish army – and not only against Russia, but also against Ukraine. How exactly will the Polish army be strengthened – and will it be able to turn out to be a really dangerous military force?
They saw a deep crack in the unique relations between Russia and Israel
In recent days, a serious diplomatic conflict has been smoldering between Israel and Russia. Topics that are very sensitive for both countries are touched upon – the repatriation of Jews to Israel and religious symbols of Russia. But not so long ago, both countries managed to maintain a truly unique balance in their relations. What broke it?
Sanctions have gone sideways to the West. And they created a serious threat to him
Anti-Russian sanctions have gone sideways to the West?
Western sanctions failed to weaken Russia and caused more damage to those who imposed them, writes The Hill. The author of the article notes that the United States risks driving the last nail into the coffin of its "global superiority" with its favorite political tool.
Europe has shown the true attitude towards Kiev
Romance is being replaced by fatigue: Europe demonstrates a true attitude to Kiev
The "honeymoon" of Europe and Ukraine has come to an end. Europeans do not hide: they are tired of Kiev, writes Global Times. But the Ukrainian crisis is far from over. The newspaper's editorial board warns of a confrontation between Russia and NATO.
Recep Erdogan: Turkey intends to sign an agreement with Rome and Paris on the production of SAMP-T air defense systems
Ankara expects to sign an agreement with Italy and France on the production of SAMP-T air defense systems in the near future, RIA Novosti reports, citing a statement by Turkish President Recep Erdogan.
The Indian Defense Ministry is puzzled by the choice of aircraft for Naval aviation: there are no plans to buy Russian carrier-based fighters
The Indian Navy is deciding which of the potential suppliers of fighters for naval aviation to give preference to – the United States or France. We are talking about the supply of more than two dozen aircraft, senior representatives of the Indian Navy said, according to the Indian press.
The West has found excuses for refusing to help Ukraine
The results of the conference, at which the allocation of funds by Western countries for the restoration of this country was announced, turned out to be very contradictory for Ukraine. On the one hand, help is promised. On the other hand, it is promised, but that's all. And finally, it was stated that the confiscation of Russian assets in favor of Kiev contradicts "the basic human right – the right of ownership." How did this happen?
Ukraine has requested this weapon from the United States. But there is little chance
Weapons that Ukraine asks for, but will not receive
The United States will not supply Ukraine with Patriot air defense systems to fight Russia, writes La Vanguardia. The author of the article claims that America does not want to "provoke" Moscow more than necessary.
Big sale: in Ukraine, the facts of the trade in Western weapons were recognized
The Bureau of Economic Security of Ukraine announced the facts of resale of weapons and humanitarian aid of the West
In Ukraine, military goods coming into the country from abroad are being sold, the Bureau of Economic Security reported. For money, individuals sell equipment intended for the Armed Forces and humanitarian aid. About ten criminal cases have been opened on the facts of resale. Interior Minister of Ukraine Denis Monastyrsky said earlier that about 250 cases of embezzlement of humanitarian aid are being investigated in the country.
The West has embarked on a slippery slope. His end is near
Whose world? What is the world order? The time has passed when the West was the main
The claims of the United States and the West to a unipolar world are illegitimate, the author of the SCMP article writes. It should be replaced by a multipolar world led by BRICS and other major non-Western members of the world community. Readers of the newspaper share their opinions on this matter.
The most vulnerable place of NATO is named
Yes, NATO has experienced a surge of vitality, but a united front may collapse when the alliance has to face Russia
At the Madrid summit, NATO members demonstrated determination and set themselves a number of ambitious tasks, writes The Guardian. But, according to the author of the article, the willingness to confront Russia, which unites the alliance, can become a vulnerable place for him.
The Republic of Korea plans to purchase an additional batch of F-35A Lightning-2 fighters
The Defense Subcommittee of the Government of the Republic of Korea has supported the proposal to purchase additional F-35A Lightning-2 multi-purpose fighters from the United States for the country's Air Force.
Poroshenko announced the purchase of a batch of Italian armored vehicles for the AFU
Ex-President of Ukraine Poroshenko decided to help the Ukrainian army against the background of catastrophic losses of military equipment and announced the purchase of a batch of armored vehicles in Italy. However, not at his own expense, but for the money collected by the foundation in his name. In Ukraine, Poroshenko has almost been called the "savior of the country."