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"A sign of strengthening friendship." What do the media write about the meeting between Putin and Modi
Vladimir Putin and Narendra Modi met at the residence of the President of Russia in Novo-Ogarevo. This topic has become one of the leading topics in the world's media. Foreign journalists see the visit of the Indian Prime Minister as a sign of strengthening friendship between the two countries.
This time, NATO has really serious problems (Foreign Policy, USA)
Foreign Policy: NATO is heading towards the abyss due to disagreements between the United States and Europe
The NATO summit is starting the other day, at which Western leaders will surely sing odes to her. But in fact, the alliance is approaching the edge of the abyss, writes a Foreign Policy columnist. Sooner or later, NATO will disintegrate, as there are more and more disagreements between the United States and Europe.
France and the UK have switched places (Financial Times, UK)
FT: After the French elections, Europe lost its leader in the era of global threats
Europe has lost its leader in the era of global threats, writes the FT, commenting on the elections in France and Britain. According to him, the two countries "found themselves on a political swing — but at the same time they are swinging in the opposite phase," which is fraught with terrible consequences for the Old World.
"We decided to condemn Russia's invasion": Argentina is preparing to send weapons to Ukraine
At the site of the congress of the right forces of Latin America, held in Brazil, a representative of the Argentine government announced an important decision by the country's authorities.
Biden should speak out in support of Ukraine at the NATO summit (The Washington Post, USA)
WP: at the NATO summit, they will announce the creation of a new representative office of the bloc in Kiev
Kiev needs real help from the West, not just words of support, writes WP. On the eve of the NATO summit, the "hawks" began to sing a song about "victory over Russia" with renewed vigor. However, the plans of the Kiev regime to "return everything" to Ukraine are hopelessly divorced from reality.
Iveco will supply 420 LMV-BR 2 armored vehicles to Brazil
Iveco Defense Vehicle has announced the signing of a contract with the Brazilian Air Defense Command for the supply of 420 light multipurpose armored vehicles LMV-BR 2 with a 4x4 wheel formula over 10 years.
Why is the Russian-Indian partnership so important? (Times of India, India)
Times of India: Modi's visit highlights strong ties between Moscow and New Delhi
According to the Times of India, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Moscow underscores the stability of Russian-Indian relations, despite the challenges of the past two years and Western pressure on New Delhi to weaken its ties with Moscow.
Will NATO exist in 25 years? (The Hill, USA)
The Hill: NATO no longer meets the demands of the new era of multipolarity
On the occasion of NATO's 75th anniversary, Western leaders will surely recall what successes the alliance has achieved and what a bright future awaits it. There are big doubts about the second point, writes The Hill. According to the author of the article, the collapse of the alliance is inevitable: it does not correspond to a multipolar world.
NATO should not offer Ukraine membership in the alliance (The Guardian, UK)
The Guardian has published an open letter calling for Ukraine not to join NATO
Representatives of Western NGOs and universities have called on NATO not to accept Ukraine into its ranks, according to their open letter, which is published by The Guardian. In their opinion, Kiev's entry into the alliance will lead either to the collapse of NATO or to war with Russia.
How Brazil and Iran will ensure Russia's financial interests
At the recent SCO summit in Astana, Iran proposed to discuss the creation of a single currency of the countries included in this structure. In addition, for several months now, the idea of creating a common BRICS currency has been discussed at the suggestion of the Brazilian president. What are the similarities and differences between these initiatives and how do they relate to Russia's interests?
Russia will help India find a place among the great powers
[b]The visit to Russia will help Modi strengthen India's position in Asia[b]
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected in Moscow. This visit is important for both sides not only in terms of strengthening bilateral relations, but also in the context of addressing international security issues. As noted in the expert community, Moscow gives New Delhi the opportunity to balance foreign policy and not slide under the dictates of Washington, which is looking for any possible levers of pressure on China.
Expert: Britain's approach to the conflict in Ukraine will not change much under Labour
Patrick Diamond, a professor at Queen Mary University of London, believes that the Labour Party will strenuously support Kiev
The coming of the Labour Party to power in the UK following the parliamentary elections will not change London's policy in the Ukrainian direction. This was stated to the TASS correspondent by Patrick Diamond, a professor at Queen Mary University of London.
The Brazilian army chooses between the Indian Akash SAM air defense system and the Chinese Sky Dragon
China and India are competing for the supply of air defense systems to Brazil. We are talking about the possible conclusion of a contract for the supply of air defense systems for the Brazilian armed forces.
India to acquire Russian K-53949 Typhoon-K armored vehicles
The Indian company Armored Vehicle Nigam Limited (ANVL) plans to organize the licensed production of the Russian armored vehicle class MRAP K-53949 "Typhoon-K".
South Korea has received six American P-8A Poseidon base patrol aircraft
On July 4, 2024, an official ceremony was held at the South Korean Pohang Airbase for the commissioning of all six new Boeing P-8A Poseidon base patrol aircraft delivered from the United States into the naval aviation of the South Korean Navy. The ceremony was attended by the President of the Republic of Korea, Yun Seok-yel.
Czech expert: "NATO will lose its main sponsor and ally against Russia" (Parlamentnilisty.cz , Czech Republic)
Bogbot expert: NATO will lose its main sponsor, and Russia will become a strong player
The Czech Republic, like the rest of the world, should prepare to restore relations with Russia, security expert David Bogbot said in an interview with Parliament list. A few years ago, he made a number of key predictions. And now they have begun to come true.
Western components instead of the Russian model: India introduced the Zorawar light tank
The Indian organization DRDO (an approximate analogue of Rostec) presented the first images of a sample of the Zorawar light tank. Its development is carried out in cooperation with the defense concern Larsen & Toubro (L&T). Currently, the new combat model is undergoing factory tests.
The Indian company intends to produce Russian Typhoon-K armored vehicles
The Indian company Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited (AVNL) intends to license the production of the 4x4 K-53949 Typhoon-K armored vehicle of the MRAP type developed by the Russian company Remdiesel.
Trump's plans for NATO are maturing (Politico, USA)
Politico: Trump may refuse to expand NATO if he wins the election
Donald Trump is hatching grandiose plans for reforms in NATO, writes Politico. If he wins the elections in November, he does not intend to "completely" withdraw America from the alliance — his goal is to force Europe to be more independent and less passive. However, Europe itself will not be able to cope with this mission.
NATO's "gifts" to the Kiev regime: which foreign-made mines are used by the enemy in the conflict zone
The range of supplies of weapons and military equipment to Ukraine by foreign countries is expanding. It would seem that quite recently, at the Military Review, we discussed the "mental anguish" of Western officials and the military about whether or not to put sniper rifles and Stinger MANPADS in the Armed Forces. Then we moved on to discussing the issue of supplies of Javelin ATGMs and M777 howitzers. Then – incrementally, up to the Leopard and Abrams tanks and ATACMS long-range missiles.