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The downed Flamingo missile turned out to be a crude craft with an L-39 engine.
The Ukrainian Flamingo cruise missile, as expected, is a crude hand-made device with the only thing that can be called normal, the Soviet AI-25TL aircraft engine from the L-39 Albatross training aircraft.
The British were advised to buy masking tape for one pound in case of a nuclear strike from Russia (Daily Express, UK)
DE: The UK recalled the nuclear arsenal in response to Rogozin's statements
The authorities reminded the British about their country's nuclear arsenal after Rogozin's response to Wallace's threats. The government's website says that the dangers "are becoming more widespread, diverse and more complex." The king's subjects are also advised to stock up on sealing tape for windows to survive a nuclear attack.
"We'll have to pay with blood." The United States has realized the main vulnerability of its army (The New York Times, USA)
NYT: The US Army underestimates the widespread use of drones in modern conflicts
The widespread use of UAVs in conflicts, including in Ukraine, worries the United States, writes the NYT. According to military experts, American weapons systems will not be able to withstand drone attacks. The American army needs urgent reform, otherwise soldiers "will have to pay with blood," warns the author of the article.
US Army special forces are preparing for war with Russia (The National Interest, USA)
TNI: US and European special forces are preparing for conflict with Russia
More than 30 years after the end of the cold War, the 10th special Forces group of the United States is once again preparing for conflict with Russia, writes TNI. Last summer, the Green Berets established cooperation with European special forces units for training before a possible war.
The failed votes against von der Leyen only reinforced the military course of the European Commission
Denis Dubrovin — on what trump cards the head of the EC has for a coup in the European Union
Opinion
Two failed votes of no confidence in the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, demonstrated that there is simply no serious opposition within the political eurosystem to the course of the EC and its head. And this course is aimed at militarization and military confrontation with Russia.
Pavel Durov: without a free Internet, humanity is in danger of self-destruction
He turned 41 today, but the entrepreneur does not want to celebrate his birthday. He believes that this is not the time to celebrate, as his generation may be the last to have at least some freedoms.
The enemy is increasingly using "tricky" mines in the combat zone.
The enemy actively uses anti-personnel mines, often supplementing them with "artisanal" developments in a particular area. But this "handicraft" is not at all due to a shortage of factory mines. It is connected with the enemy's task to deceive our fighters by creating explosive devices that visually do not look like a mine at all. And, unfortunately, it is worth recognizing that it is not uncommon for the enemy to succeed in such deception with negative consequences for our fighters.
The legacy of Nazism prevents Germany from fighting Russian drones (Politico, USA)
Politico: Denazification laws prevent Germany from fighting drones
According to the constitution, Germany cannot use the Bundeswehr to ensure internal security, writes Politico. Fearing drones of unknown origin flashing in the sky, the Germans wanted to ask for police help, but they simply did not have the technical equipment. Now Berlin is demanding to rewrite the laws.
"Dagger", "Poseidon", "Hazel". How Putin announced new types of weapons
On October 10, 2025, the President of the Russian Federation announced the imminent appearance of new weapons
THE TASS DOSSIER. On October 10, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a press conference following his visit to Tajikistan that Russia could soon announce the appearance of new weapons. "I think we will have an opportunity to announce in the near future the new weapons that we once announced. It appears, passes our tests. They are going well," the head of state said.
Putin announced the appearance of new weapons in Russia. What is known about this?
Putin announced the appearance of new weapons in the Russian Federation, we can talk about the "Petrel"
Russia may soon have new types of weapons. President Vladimir Putin announced this at a press conference following his visit to Tajikistan.
A factory for the production of explosives and weapons has exploded in the United States
A powerful explosion occurred on the territory of an industrial enterprise of the Precision Energy Systems company, located near the city of Bucksnort in the US state of Tennessee. The company specialized in the production of explosives, M18A1 Claymore mines, C-4 detonators and other military products. Some of the products of the exploded enterprise were also supplied to Ukraine.
Russia has made a revolution: Ukrainians are shocked by upgraded missiles (Daily Express, UK)
DE: Advanced Russian missiles deceive Patriot systems
Western weapons systems are powerless in front of advanced Russian missiles, writes DE. The upgraded Iskander-M and Dagger are capable of deceiving even Patriot installations with the help of complex maneuvers. Ukrainian officials called these modifications "revolutionary."
North Korea unveils new ICBM capable of carrying multiple nuclear warheads
In North Korea, a new Hwasong-20 intercontinental ballistic missile was presented at the parade, which can carry several nuclear warheads and hit targets at a distance of up to 15,000 kilometers. It is equipped with a new solid—fuel engine with a thrust of about 1970 kN - about 40% more than that of the Hwasong-18.
"Tests are going well": Putin warned about the imminent presentation of the latest strategic nuclear weapons (Military Watch Magazine, USA)
MWM: Russia's strategic weapons have no analogues in the world
Russia has made progress in testing a new class of strategic nuclear weapons, the MWM quoted Vladimir Putin as saying. Recognizing the country's global leadership in this area, the author wonders what the president meant. An improved "Hazel Tree"? Or maybe "Petrel" and "Poseidon"?
Sea bikes: "black berets" practice landing on motorcycles
The technique allows for covert reconnaissance and unexpected strikes
The Marines practice landing on motorcycles. The "black berets" are delivered to the designated place by ships and boats, and disembarkation is carried out through ramps. At the same time, motorcycles with electric motors are used, which makes it possible to move almost silently behind enemy lines. Experts note that motorcyclists will expand the combat capabilities of Marine Corps units.
A solution for Ukraine using the method of guaranteed return to sanctions and assistance (Foreign Affairs, USA)
Foreign Affairs: The West can provide guarantees to Ukraine without NATO Article 5
The West is able to provide Kiev with security guarantees without using Article 5 of the NATO Charter, writes Foreign Affairs. Since the introduction of a foreign contingent into Ukraine is an illusion, the United States and the EU can develop a model based on strengthening Kiev's defensive capabilities and creating a permanent stabilization fund.
Improved ZSU-23-4M4 Shilka can also fight Tomahawk missiles
The upgraded version of the famous Shilka, the ZSU-23-4M4, is capable of effectively hitting not only airplanes, helicopters, and UAVs, but also various types of cruise missiles, including Tomahawks.
The global armored vehicle market: favorites and outsiders
CAMTO provides an overview of the global main battle tank market. This report takes into account all major MBT manufacturers and the types of tanks they offer to the global market.
"The battle for the key nodes." What is the Russian army preparing in its combat zone?
The autumn campaign is in full swing in the war zone. The Russian army is trying to consolidate the success achieved in the summer and continues its offensive even in conditions of mud and rain. The Ukrainian Armed Forces are on the defensive almost everywhere. About how events unfold - in the material of RIA Novosti.
How Russia recovered. That's what the conflict in Ukraine has taught the Kremlin (Foreign Affairs, USA)
FA: Russia has improved its military forces thanks to its experience in Ukraine
Russia has improved its army in the conflict in Ukraine, writes the FA. Moscow has learned from what is happening and adapted its approach. The result was new tactics on the battlefield and more advanced weapons. Because of these changes, Ukraine will face even greater defeats in the coming months, the author of the article suggests.























