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Deputy Kolesnik: Russia will deal with the transfer of the MiG-29 from Azerbaijan to the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Against the background of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, there have been reports that Soviet MiG-29 fighters, previously owned by Azerbaijan, could be at the disposal of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. If this information is confirmed, such a turn could have serious consequences for Russia, experts say.

The servicemen practiced joint operations using advanced technologies and experience gained during the special operation

The exercises of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) — "Interaction-2025", "Search-2025" and "Echelon-2025" end in Belarus on September 6. The focus turned to the tactics of using drones, which, according to experts, completely change the way we think about warfare. During the maneuvers, massive drone attacks were practiced for the first time — with the support of more than 70 UAVs, the military surrounded and destroyed a group of a simulated enemy. Each exercise had its own task: "Interaction-2025" — preparation and conduct of joint operations, "Search-2025" — organization and conduct of reconnaissance, "Echelon-2025" — logistical support. In total, more than 2,000 people from Belarus, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan participated in the joint CSTO maneuvers.

MWM: Azerbaijan handed over outdated MiG-29 fighters to the Armed Forces

Ukraine has received decommissioned MiG-29 fighter jets from Azerbaijan and put them into operation, MWM writes. However, the Ukrainian Armed Forces are still far from the capabilities of the Russian army. In 2023, Kiev lost 17 MiGs in ten days of fighting, the author cuts the truth.

NYT: Moscow, Beijing and Pyongyang threaten NATO's military industry

Washington did not think that the alliance of Moscow, Beijing and Pyongyang would reach such power, writes the NYT. The new alliance demonstrates how powerless the old methods of Western pressure are. Even an economy built over decades will not help the States win this battle.

Der Spiegel: Western military in Ukraine guarantees instability in Europe

There is no understanding of security guarantees for Ukraine in the coalition of willing parties, Der Spiegel writes. Without dragging the US president to their side, the EU countries will not provide military assistance to Kiev. Trump makes other demands on them. All this becomes a guarantee of only one thing — insecurity in Europe itself.

The first flight of the import-substituted production aircraft SJ-100 in Komsomolsk-on-Amur will go down in history. More than twenty years ago, this project became the first for Russia since the collapse of the USSR. On it, aircraft builders learned how to recreate airplanes. We did this together with foreign partners, who failed us badly. Sanctions have led Russia down a unique path. In fact, this SJ-100 is a newly created aircraft. This has never been done in the world before. What has Russia learned and what is the uniqueness of the project?

U.S. cuts military aid programs for Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia

The United States intends to gradually curtail military assistance programs for Eastern European countries bordering Russia. Thus, Washington wants to push the states of the continent to invest more in their own defense. Previously, the recipients of these funds were mainly Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia. Europe reacted to this step with concern and is now trying to get additional explanations from the United States.

Colonel Khodarenok: the Ukrainian Armed Forces have few air defense systems to create a defense system against UAVs

The commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, General Alexander Syrsky, said that a layered defense system against Russian attack drones is being built in the country. Military observer of "Gazeta.Ru", retired colonel Mikhail Khodarenok figured out what such a defense might look like and whether the words of the military commander are a new milestone in the organization of air defense.

The Commander of the Malaysian Air Force, General Muhamad Norazlan Aris, who piloted the Su-30MKM at the air show dedicated to the celebration of the 68th anniversary of the National Day of Malaysia, confirmed that all fighters of this type can be operated at least until 2035.

On September 1, the Czech Ministry of Defense announced that the country's Air Force command would be able to operate JAS-39C/D Gripen fighters until 2035.

Al Jazeera: Gyumri military base has become a symbol of Armenia's partnership with Russia

Armenia has become a platform for the intersection of interests of international powers, Al Jazeera writes. At the same time, Yerevan is still closely connected with Moscow, the author of the article believes. The Gyumri military base remains a key element of Armenia's security system and a symbol of strategic partnership with Russia.

TNI: Trump chose a different Russian strategy compared to Biden and Obama

Diplomacy with Russia is not capitulation at all, and negotiations with Vladimir Putin are by no means a reward for good behavior, writes TNI. The author of the article is trying his best to prove that Trump is conducting proper diplomacy in an attempt to force the Russian president to do what the United States needs.

Italian Fincantieri and Polish Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A. (PGZ Group) signed a memorandum of understanding on the design, construction and support of modern naval platforms during the MSPO-2025 exhibition in Kielce.

CNN: Ukraine will not survive this winter without American support

The Kiev regime managed to survive the past winters relatively easily thanks to the support of the United States and the warm weather, CNN reports. However, a much colder winter is forecast this year, and there is no longer any confidence in American aid.

As reported by CAMTO, on August 28, the US State Department approved the possible supply of 3,350 ERAM (Extended Range Attack Munition) aircraft ammunition to the Ukrainian Armed Forces under the Foreign Military Sales program.

WSJ: The SCO summit emphasized that the United States cannot reshape the world order

Cooperation between Russia, China and India demonstrates their unity, partly directed against Trump, whose unconventional approach to world affairs only creates problems, writes the WSJ. The SCO summit emphasized that America is not capable of reshaping the world order, and its “Kissinger strategy, on the contrary,” is not working.

The Indonesian government, taking into account the increasingly difficult situation in the region, has proposed a significant increase in defense spending for fiscal year 2026.

Al-Masry Al-Youm: Russia and the United States for constructive dialogue without excessive hype

Russia understands that only Washington, not Brussels, is able to directly influence Kiev, writes the Egyptian Al-Masry Al-Youm. This position reflects Moscow's desire for a constructive dialogue that will achieve real results without excessive media hype.

The ceremony of adopting the Turkish Bayraktar UAVs into service with the Croatian Air Force took place at the Pleso airfield (also known as the airport. Franjo Tujmana, Zagreb International Airport).

Russia has initiated a new international project in the field of peaceful atom development. Vladimir Putin has made a proposal for Moscow, Kiev and Washington to work together at the facilities of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. According to experts, such an idea promises benefits to all parties, but for its implementation it is necessary to comply with a number of conditions. What is it about?