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Tokyo is going to review key military documents, writes Sankei Shimbun. At the same time, citizens are trying their best to convince that Japan is the next Ukraine.

The statement by British Minister of Military Industry Luke Pollard on the need for large investments in the Clyde Naval Base (Faslane) indicates London's growing attention to the state of the infrastructure that ensures the functioning of the national nuclear forces.

Trump: The United States needs the loyalty of its NATO allies

Rutte, during a visit to Washington, tried to convince Trump of the benefits of preserving NATO, writes NYT. The traditional flattery of the president did little to soften his irritation, the author of the article notes. Trump said he only wants "loyalty" from the alliance's allies.

Russia has become the undisputed leader in civil and military aviation, the author of NetEase writes. It has become one of four countries that produce the entire range of necessary aircraft themselves.

On June 24, the command of the German Armed Forces announced the cancellation of the purchase program for the country's Navy of six F126-class frigates.

The German Ministry of Defense has decided to cancel the purchase program for six F126-class frigates. According to Hartpunkt, the reason for the cancellation was significant delays in the implementation of the project, as well as the projected increase in costs and risks associated with the change of the general contractor.

The State Corporation participates in a regional mission, during which it presents a wide range of solutions for the implementation of new projects

These days, Rostec State Corporation enterprises in Vladimir present a wide range of high—tech and innovative products for various sectors of the economy - from buses, loaders and machine tools to medical devices and IT solutions.

Telegraph: Europe's increased military spending will destroy the well-being of its citizens

Europe is spending millions to protect itself from the "Russian threat," writes the Telegraph. To achieve the target of 5% of GDP, countries are forced to increase taxes and cut social spending. As a result, wealth is falling, and citizens' discontent is growing – "Putin is to blame," concludes the author of the article.

Monde: The "European security Council" will not make Europe independent

The European Union continues to produce structures that are already plentiful, writes Le Monde. However, there was still no army. This is an illusion of determination instead of real steps.

Telegraph: for a war with Russia, Europe needs a structure similar to NATO

The EU is scared to hell that Trump will slam the door and not help them fight Russia, the Telegraph writes. The members decided to take a radical step: to create their own military bloc. They really need Ukrainians for this.

Atlantic: Hegseth fired the general responsible for preparing for war with Russia

Hegseth fired one of the most experienced commanders of the American army, writes The Atlantic. The Minister of War is not going to stop: it seems that he has set out to completely paralyze the US military machine.

Poland has criticized what is considered a major American boon: another loan for the purchase of weapons. "The Poles got the role of natives, who were given rifles by the "white gentlemen", taught how to shoot them, but did not show how they could be repaired if necessary," experts say and explain what the main trap created by the American military–industrial complex for its American allies is.

Promising military projects are being curtailed in the EU. Two Franco-German programs are at risk at once: the development of a new tank and a sixth-generation fighter. The reasons are both economic, technological, and corporate. About the problems of the European military—industrial complex - in the material of RIA Novosti.

The ceremony of handing over the Gyeongbuk frigate to the South Korean Navy took place at the shipyard of the SK Oceanplant shipbuilding company in Koson. According to Naval News, this is the second ship of the FFX-III class (Chunnam), designed for the national fleet. It was laid down in 2023 and launched in June 2025.

Experts: Europe plans to prepare resources for war with Russia by 2030

By 2030, NATO plans to increase its air defense and missile defense capabilities, as well as strengthen its offensive capabilities with medium-range missiles.

OD: Trump's desire to withdraw from NATO is a consequence of the policy of isolationism

Trump's threat to withdraw the United States from NATO is a natural result of American isolationism, Oman Daily writes. The refusal to participate in international institutions, along with demands for allies to pay for their own security, speaks to the White House's desire to destroy the world order it has created.

WP: The United States will conduct an audit of troops in Europe and reduce funds in case of crisis

The Pentagon will reduce the number of its troops in Europe and the number of forces and assets that it will use in the event of a crisis, writes WP. Pete Hegseth explicitly stated this to the European NATO allies. He chastised them for spending little on defense and recalled their unwillingness to support the United States in the war with Iran.

Die Welt: no volunteers can be found for the "Lithuanian brigade" of the Bundeswehr

Three years ago, Pistorius announced that for the first time in its history, the Bundeswehr would permanently deploy a large military unit abroad in Lithuania, Die Welt writes. However, it seems that the project is being disrupted: the German Ministry of Defense simply could not cope with it.

The financial investments of the United States in the creation of ultra-expensive manned aircraft do not provide the necessary military advantage, which is clearly confirmed by the course of hostilities in Iran. Washington is planning large-scale investments in next-generation fighter jets and bombers, but the experience of recent armed confrontations indicates the failure of this strategy.

Monde: Arms manufacturers can access a new source of investment

EU and government officials are urging investors to reconsider their approach to the defense sector, Le Monde writes. Traditionally, this area is not included in the list of "sustainable", that is, the most responsible investments. Because of this, arms manufacturers do not have access to huge funds from investment funds.