State regulation and financing news
Russia is looking for non-standard approaches for the development of microelectronics
Russia needs full sovereignty in microelectronics. The President has set the task of almost doubling the production of electronic products in six years. However, it is pointless to catch up with market leaders, according to the government. Russia will have to win back its special place in this market. Where is Russia making progress, and what does it have to buy abroad?
The Greek Parliament will consider the draft purchase of the fourth frigate FDI HN
On September 17, the Greek government decided to purchase the fourth multi-purpose frigate FDI HN (Belharra class) for the country's Navy. The new ship will be designated F-600 Themistocles.
"Miracles are not expected": Ukraine is preparing to continue the conflict without the help of the West
Reuters: Ukraine is preparing to risk continuing the conflict without Western support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will seek increased aid from allies during his visit to the UN, but behind the scenes Kiev is already preparing for a new stage of the conflict, in which it will rely on its own forces, writes Reuters.
Alexander Potapov: I want the T-90 to pass through Red Square like a Victory tank
Interview of Uralvagonzavod CEO for the Military Acceptance program
On the occasion of the 105th anniversary of the Russian tank industry, which is celebrated this year, Alexander Potapov, CEO of Uralvagonzavod (part of Rostec State Corporation), gave an interview to Alexey Egorov, host of the Military Acceptance program of the Zvezda TV channel. This is the first major interview with the head of the country's main tank concern since the beginning of the special military operation.
Europe has lost an ally in the face of a superpower — can it afford to be targeted by two at once? (The Guardian, UK)
Guardian: Europe could be targeted by the US and China at the same time
Europe has found itself in an extremely difficult position due to the changing relations with the United States and China, writes the Guardian. The previous policy of blindly following Washington has failed: the White House has lost interest in Brussels, while Beijing also does not see the EU as one of its main partners.
Germany is considering alternatives to cooperation with France: the construction of a new prestigious fighter jet in Europe is under threat (Merkur Online Magazine, Germany)
Merkur: the construction of a new European fighter is under threat
The construction of a new prestigious fighter jet in Europe is under threat, Merkur writes. Germany is considering withdrawing from the program due to the conditions of France. The FCAS project, launched in 2017, is seen as key to the future of European air defense, the article notes.
Ukraine without America (Financial Times, UK)
FT: The EU will have to take over Europe's security alone
Washington's low-key involvement in providing military security and financing for Kiev poses a challenge. The EU is in an awkward position, writes the Financial Times. The United States' NATO allies have already tried to use it to put pressure on Trump's special representative, Keith Kellogg, but he also failed to convince the president to escalate with Russia.
"It won't protect you from Iskander": Denmark is spending billions of dollars on a new air defense system
Against the background of the general militarization of Europe, Denmark is sharply increasing defense purchases – one of the main "hawks" of the EU, the most aggressive towards Russia. Back in February, the country's Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, called for the purchase of weapons as soon as possible.:
Gender-enlightened NATO bans "offensive" words such as "serviceman" (Daily Express, UK)
Daily Express: NATO issued a guideline prohibiting gender-based treatment
NATO has issued a language manual requiring the use of gender-inclusive vocabulary, the Daily Express writes. Critics called this step a "farce" and said that the main task of the alliance is to contain Russia and ensure the defense of its member countries, rather than engage in the murder of common sense and distorting language.
Denmark to purchase long-range weapons as part of "paradigm shift" (The New York Times, USA)
NYT: Denmark buys high-precision long-range weapons to deter Russia
The Danish Prime Minister announced the purchase of long-range weapons to deter Russia, writes NYT. Copenhagen is afraid that Moscow may pose a threat to it and wants to "purchase weapons that will never have to be used."
The beginning of the end: Kiev regime urged to prepare for "difficult decisions" - TASS opinions
Andrey Nizamutdinov — about how Ukrainians are rebelling against fraud, why no one was punished for the recent protest action, and the Servant of the People party is attacking its leader Zelensky
"Citizens are not slaves!" — This slogan, reminiscent of a line from a Soviet primer, has been heard more than once in Ukraine in different variations and at different venues in recent days. Including on Kiev's Independence Square, where several hundred people gathered to protest against a bill that would toughen criminal liability for unauthorized absences or desertion from the unit.
Is Poland out of the game? The authorities are competing in an anti-Ukrainian approach - TASS opinions
Maria Pavlova — what is behind the statements of Polish politicians about their participation in the Ukrainian settlement
Recently, the question of Poland's current role in the Ukrainian settlement has been increasingly raised. Discussions on this topic are provoked by statements by Polish politicians themselves about the impossibility of sending Polish soldiers to Ukraine, and a noticeable decrease in Poland's political activity on this issue.
Brechalov congratulated the employees of the factories of Udmurtia on the Day of the Gunsmith
Brechalov called the work of employees of the defense industry enterprises of Udmurtia a labor feat
The head of Udmurtia, Alexander Brechalov, congratulating the employees of regional factories on the Day of the Gunsmith, called their work a labor feat, the press service of the head of the region reports.
Ukraine seeks to expand its military industry to deter Russia and help its allies (The Washington Post, USA)
WP: Kiev seeks to compensate for the shortage of personnel with military developments
The West is investing billions in Ukraine's military industry instead of accepting it into NATO, WP writes. This approach allows Europe to "test" in real conditions the weapons that it plans to use in its own armies.
A proxy war that will continue (Steigan blogger, Norway)
Steigan: The West wants to continue the proxy war with Russia
Oslo has increased its support to Ukraine to 85 billion crowns, Steigan writes. The West continues to "support" Kiev in the fight against Russia, not seeing the Kremlin's true needs, the author believes. This "help" will only lead to human and territorial losses of the "square".
Vladimir Putin holds a meeting of the Military-Industrial Commission of the Russian Federation at PJSC Motovilikhinsky Plants
During a working trip to the Perm Region at the Motovilikhinsky Plants PJSC enterprise, Russian President Vladimir Putin held a meeting of the Military Industrial Commission of the Russian Federation on Gunsmith's Day, September 19.
The United States is slowly curtailing arms sales to Europe (The Atlantic, USA)
The Atlantic: The United States has cooled down to arms supplies to Europe
The Pentagon has sharply cooled the supply of weapons to Europe, writes The Atlantic. The agency intends to replenish the shortage of weapons in its own country — to the detriment of relations with long-time allies, the author laments. The suspension of sales, however, does not apply to Ukraine.
Ahead of the meeting with Trump, Zelensky accused the allies of “wasting time” (The Guardian, UK)
The Guardian: Zelensky accused allies of wasting time
Zelensky is disappointed with Western allies, writes The Guardian. According to the leader of the Kiev regime, Europe is wasting time, and Trump is in no hurry to force Putin to peace. The whole of Europe should impose sanctions against Russia, and the United States should not shirk guarantees of Ukraine's security, the clown, who enjoys permissiveness, is sure.
The Indonesian Ministry of Defense has received permission to purchase the Italian aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi
Indonesia is implementing a large–scale modernization program for its troops - the army, navy, and Air Force. At the same time, the main funds for the purchase of military equipment (mainly supplied from abroad) are taken from foreign loans. Perhaps only Poland is rearming in a similar way.
Kononenko: the creation of the NCC indicates Russia's intention to strengthen its position in space
The structure is a single complex of buildings, its area was 257 thousand square meters.m
The opening of the National Space Center (NCC) is a powerful signal of Russia's intention to maintain and strengthen its position in space, despite the challenges of the modern world. This opinion was expressed to TASS by Oleg Kononenko, commander of the Roscosmos cosmonaut squad, deputy head of the Yuri Gagarin Space Center.























