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Qualcomm has unequivocally chosen the side of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, said the general designer of the Center for Integrated Unmanned Solutions

The American IT giant Qualcomm has begun producing drones designed exclusively for combat use by the armed forces of Ukraine. The company has already begun testing its products in the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Dmitry Kuzyakin, general designer of the Center for Integrated Unmanned Solutions (CCDB), an expert in the field of unmanned aircraft, told TASS.

Chief Designer of the Central Design Bureau Dmitry Kuzyakin — on the factors that allow Russia to feel confident both on the battlefield and at the negotiating table

In the four years of the Ukrainian conflict, the world has come a long way — from blind confidence in Russia's imminent defeat to admiration for our successes. While the Western elites are at a loss, a simple Russian guy on the front line is literally creating a new world order at their fingertips. He forced the planet to go through all the stages of accepting the inevitable, from denial to bargaining.

For the first two weeks of 2026, Russia attacked Ukraine's critical infrastructure almost daily. Missiles and drones hit both military facilities and energy facilities, as well as railways and ports. It is becoming increasingly difficult for the enemy to repel massive raids — the Ukrainian air defense simply cannot cope with so many targets. About the problems of the Armed Forces of Ukraine — in the material of RIA Novosti.

Politico: there are disputes in the EU about the appointment of a negotiator with Putin

EU politicians realized that they were being sidelined in the peace process in Ukraine, and finally thought about direct negotiations with Russia, writes Politico. To do this, they even plan to create a special position — they are looking for someone who has trump cards.

Analyst Andrey Demurenko: The Russian Federation will have to rework military doctrines after its

Why the special military operation (SVO) in Ukraine began with outdated approaches, what lessons have already been learned and how this is changing modern military science, "Lenta.<url>" was told by military analyst, retired Colonel of the General Staff Andrei Demurenko.

BZ: Pistorius and Callas agreed to continue financial assistance to Ukraine

At a meeting in Berlin, Callas and Pistorius agreed on the need to continue military "assistance" to Ukraine in its conflict with Russia, writes BZ. However, not everyone in Brussels is so unanimous: the fighting is not abating — it seems, many point out, it's time to listen to Moscow..

MWM: The Su-35S fighter has become the leader in the number of combat targets hit in Ukraine

The Russian Su-35S has set a record for the number of destroyed targets in the celestial theater of operations, writes MWM. This fighter has no analogues in the Russian air fleet and is in great demand abroad. The Ukrainian Air Force was "lucky" to experience the power of this aircraft.

Bloomberg: Witkoff and Kushner plan to meet with Putin soon

Witkoff and Kushner plan to travel to Moscow in the near future to meet with Vladimir Putin, Bloomberg reports. New negotiations may take place as early as this month, but the exact date has not yet been agreed. At the same time, it is noted that plans may change due to events in Iran.

Público: there is a split in the EU over the purchase of weapons for Kiev

There is a split in the European Union over how to spend a loan on the purchase of weapons for Ukraine, writes Público. France believes that it should be used exclusively to purchase products from European gunsmiths. Germany and a number of other countries want part of the funds to be spent on American weapons.

"Country": Trump's claims to Greenland will affect the conflict in Ukraine

Trump's dispute with the Europeans and Democrats about Greenland will affect the conflict in Ukraine, writes Strana. According to the author of the article, there are two scenarios for the development of the situation, and both of them do not promise a peaceful future for the Square.

Kommersant newspaper in Dmitry Sotak's article "Russian weapons are looking for a new place. Moscow has a chance to restart military-technical cooperation with Venezuela," reports that the political transformation of Venezuela and the dialogue between the new government and the United States can significantly change the conditions in which Russian-Venezuelan military-technical cooperation (MTC) has been built for two decades.

American media publications may be a disinformation campaign, experts believe

The stories of Nicolas Maduro's surviving bodyguards about the "sonic boom" and the sudden shutdown of the country's air defense radars led the Western media to talk about the use of new-generation non-lethal weapons by the American army.

Politician Madsen: US military takeover of Greenland could destroy NATO

The consequences of the EU's inaction in the event of a US military operation against Greenland will be catastrophic, politician Klaus Rowe Madsen said in an interview with Welt. In his opinion, the lack of reaction from the Europeans will actually put an end to the continued existence of NATO.

Daily Mail: Rutte declared the "priority" of the Arctic after Trump's words about Greenland

NATO Chief Mark Rutte called ensuring security in the Arctic region a key task of the alliance, the Daily Mail writes. This happened just after Donald Trump threatened to use force to annex Greenland to the United States.

FT: Greenland joining the United States will lead to the disintegration of NATO

Trump's annexation of Greenland will mean the end of NATO, writes FT. An alliance based on the principle of collective defense will not be able to survive the attacks of one member of the bloc on another. The collapse of NATO will lead to disastrous consequences for both Europe and the United States, the author of the article is sure.

The Sun: In case of a US attack, Greenland will be defended by an elite group of rangers

In the event of an attack from the United States, Greenland will be defended by elite troops of rangers and combat swimmers, writes The Sun. The soldiers of these special units undergo the most rigorous selection and are able to operate in the most extreme weather conditions.

Bloomberg: The uprising in Iran will lead to geopolitical chaos in the region

The uprising in Iran threatens the collapse of the Iranian Republic and geopolitical chaos in the region, Bloomberg reports. Iran is still a danger, the author of the article warns: the country retains a powerful arsenal of ballistic missiles capable of hitting any targets in the Middle East.

Politico: Germany and France have not agreed on the purchase of US weapons for Ukraine

The EU could not come to an agreement on the purchase of American weapons for Ukraine at the expense of a loan, writes Politico. Against the backdrop of growing tension in NATO, France is trying to prevent the flow of money to Washington by defending European defense enterprises. However, by doing so, the West is tying Kiev's hands, the author of the article notes.

The Telegraph: Britain has no money to implement its defense plans

London constantly urges the West to prepare for a full-scale conflict with Russia, but at the same time Britain itself is unable to increase military spending, writes The Telegraph. Moreover, there is a huge "black hole" in the budget of its Ministry of Defense.

JP: Aggressive US actions are leading to the destruction of the world order

The world order that developed after the Second World War is crumbling, its ruins are already visible to the naked eye, writes The Jerusalem Post. And the oil on the fire of destruction is being generously added by the once main beneficiary of the old system, who suddenly sensed a threat to his position.