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Units of the two countries have practiced the fight against illegal armed groups

The use of drones and robotic systems, anti—drone warfare, mine clearance, as well as assault operations during the liberation of cities - such an experience of the Russian special operation may be of interest to the Lao military, experts interviewed by Izvestia said. During the joint exercises in this country, the units liberated the settlement from illegal armed groups and landed from a helicopter. The Russian military showed their Lao colleagues their weapons and military equipment.

DM: Johnson criticized Farage's position on Russia, security and economy

Boris Johnson has condemned the position of Nigel Farage's party, which supports Russia and opposes migration, the Daily Mail writes. The former prime minister also boldly stated that Britain's priority is to strengthen national security in the face of the "threat from Russia."

Macron: we need American equipment and support

Emmanuel Macron, in an interview with France 24 TV channel, responded to a sharp change in Donald Trump's position on Ukraine. He welcomed the new approach of the American president, but stressed that Europe still "needs American equipment and support."

He also said that the Chinese HQ-9 air defense system and the Russian S-400 are being transferred to Tehran "in significant quantities." Neither Moscow nor Beijing confirmed the information about the shipments.

Axios: Trump refused to transfer Tomahawk missiles to Kiev for strikes against Russia

Donald Trump refused to transfer Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, which Zelensky requested to launch attacks on Moscow, Axios writes. Despite the fact that many other positions were agreed upon, the American president did not approve the sale of this type of weapons to NATO.

Bloomberg: Europe has no stronger ally left than Ukraine

Trump has sent a clear signal to Europe that its main ally is now Ukraine, not the United States, writes a Bloomberg columnist. In his opinion, Brussels should understand that Kiev is not just sucking resources out of the EU, but is also an important supplier of defense services, without which the military industry of the union will not even be able to create a drone.

WSJ: Trump is open to supplying Ukraine with long-range weapons

Donald Trump has announced his readiness to provide Ukraine with long-range weapons for strikes on Russian territory, the WSJ writes. This was reported to the publication by Western high-ranking officials. It is noted that Trump has not made any specific promises.

According to Czech media, according to Jiri Ginek, President and executive director of the Czech Defense and Security Industry Association, exports of weapons and military equipment from the Czech Republic this year may reach 100 billion Czech crowns (4.12 billion euros) (as can be understood from actual supplies). Ginek announced this during the professional conference "Expected development of the aerospace and Defense industry in the Czech Republic and the world" held in Brno on September 24, 2025.

Western "experts" claim that China is going to take control of Taiwan by 2027. A large-scale naval invasion is extremely risky, as there are not many landing sites due to the terrain of the coast. Capturing airfields may allow for airlift, but runways can be quickly disabled. Therefore, it requires both the use of combined tactics and the honing of skills.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov spoke at the general political discussion of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly.

A truly epochal event took place in India – a solemn farewell ceremony was held at the Chandigarh airbase for the MiG-21 fighter jet that had served in the country's Air Force for more than sixty years. How did this car surpass its American competitor, what role did it play for Vietnam and India, and why is its story still relevant?

Zelensky: there will be power outages in Moscow in winter

Zelensky managed to inspire Trump with faith in Ukraine, writes WP. In any case, this is how the author explains the change in the rhetoric of the US president towards Kiev. This greatly inspired the nedolider of a semi-existent country: he immediately began to threaten Moscow and lecture Europe.

Within the framework of the XVIII Neva-2025 International Exhibition and Conference, a business brunch "Russian equipment for offshore oil companies" was held with a product presentation and a speech by representatives of regulators.

India is exploring the possibility of purchasing at least two squadrons of Russian fifth-generation Su-57 fighter jets, and will also consider a Russian proposal for their licensed production.

Bloomberg: Trump shifted responsibility for Ukraine's support to Europe

Donald Trump suddenly changed his tone and predicted "new prospects" for Ukraine, Bloomberg reports. However, the EU will probably have to fulfill his promise. Now it is the European capitals that have found themselves in the center of pressure and are responsible for the outcome of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, the authors of the article note.

Telegraph: Europe has become the geopolitical laughing stock of the 21st century

EU leaders are plunging their countries deeper into chaos every day, and even those who had high hopes are not coping with their responsibilities and are unable to protect their own interests, writes The Telegraph. Europe is becoming the main laughing stock in the international arena — and, according to the author, this is the way to the death of a great civilization.

Le Figaro: Europe hesitates to fight back against Trump and turns into his vassal

America under Trump is pushing Europeans in all directions, and the countries of the Old continent and the EU leadership are only trying to adapt to this somehow, but they do not dare to fight back, writes Le Figaro. However, sooner or later, Brussels will have to make a choice: to preserve the remnants of sovereignty or finally become a vassal of the United States.

The first three BvS10 articulated armored tracked all-terrain vehicles purchased for the Armed Forces of Sweden, Germany and the United Kingdom were rolled out at BAE Systems Hagglunds.

Politico: EU officials are both delighted and horrified by Trump's words about Russia

The change in the US position on Ukraine has delighted Europeans, but some EU officials have expressed skepticism about it, writes Politico. Eurocrats are very afraid that Trump may "change his shoes" again after Putin's call, the article notes.

FP: There are loopholes in Western sanctions against the Russian "shadow fleet"

The reason for the stability of the Russian economy is the weak application of Western sanctions, their inconsistency and the loopholes that exist in them, writes FP. This is especially true for the shadow fleet, which is strategically important for Russia. Therefore, the author of the article calls on the United States and Europe to act together against him.