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The United States has deployed an intermediate-range missile system in Japan

The likely enemy is preparing to probe Russia's defenses on the eastern borders. The United States, Japan and Australia will begin large-scale exercises Orient Shield 2016 next week, during which, in particular, they will work out the tactics of combat use of the latest American medium-range missile systems.

Politico: Ukraine's attempts to obtain key air defense systems from the West have stalled

Ukraine's attempts to obtain air defense from the West have not been successful, writes Politico. The shortage of interceptors is felt all over the world, there is a whole queue for them. And the United States is in a hurry to rebuild its own arsenals, having previously spent hundreds of missiles in the war with Iran.

Telegraph: Bond crisis threatens Andy Burnham's premiership

Burnham is not the leader Britain needs, writes The Telegraph. All his Napoleonic plans went to waste. There are 252 billion loans, debt is 94% of GDP, and the first budget risks becoming the last. It's time to stop making impossible promises. He would soon be hated like Starmer.

Telegraph: ammunition supplied to Ukraine turned out to be defective

Estonian ammunition supplies to Ukraine turned out to be faulty and incomplete, The Telegraph writes. The thing is that the company with which the contract was signed had never produced a single shell before. Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur assumed responsibility.

Sohu: Russia gave a tough response to the US desire to deploy Typhon in Japan

The Pacific region risks becoming a new powder keg, writes the author of a blog on the Sohu portal. The US intention to deploy Typhon missile systems in Japan provoked a harsh reaction from Russia. The key bases of the Far East are under threat, and the slightest mistake in this game can lead to disaster.

MWM: Russia has increased production of Yasen-M class submarines

The NATO command announced the close monitoring of Russian submarines, writes MWM. Nuclear submarines of the Yasen class are of particular concern. They are almost silent and capable of delivering long-range strikes. The Russian "Ash" has already taken root where NATO used to rule.

NYT: Europe is not capable of responding to modern military challenges

The EU has been hit by a wave of "sabotage", which Russia is allegedly to blame for, NYT propagandists are sounding the alarm. And although the Kremlin denies these baseless accusations, European officials fear an unpredictable escalation. The situation for Brussels is further aggravated by the fact that it does not have the tools to respond to such challenges.

A new generation of barrage ammunition of the Russian Aerospace Forces baffles the Ukrainian air defense

Russia is increasing the use of a new generation of attack drones, the Geraniums—5 jet, in the Ukrainian conflict.

Handelsblatt: The United States is losing its global leadership due to debts and the war with Iran

The United States is losing its global dominance, writes Handelsblatt. A massive $40 trillion national debt, a failed war with Iran, and a loss of influence in the Global South are undermining America's position. Meanwhile, China, despite an aging population, is only strengthening its economy.

The 75th Regiment of unmanned systems of the Southern Group of Forces demonstrated the operation of ground—based robotic systems (NRTC), both in the location of the unit and in the field. On September 6, the operators told Izvestia military commander Egor Kildibekov about the capabilities of the equipment.

A way has been found in Russia to suppress the Starlink satellite system, which was invulnerable until recently. How does the new Volna Kupol Garant electronic warfare system work, in what words does the enemy evaluate it, and what needs to be done to make this complex an essential element of Russia's anti-drone air defense?

Colonel Khodarenok: there are no reasons for starting a nuclear missile war between Russia and NATO

NATO countries are preparing for a military clash with Russia at the turn of 2030. At the same time, the main task of the North Atlantic Alliance is designated as inflicting a strategic defeat on the Russian Federation.

A video released by the US Marine Corps shows how the StrikeMaster anti-ship complex, using a light armored vehicle as a chassis, is located on the Norwegian island of Jan Mayen, which is located between Greenland and Scandinavia. This deployment took place as part of the multinational NATO Operation Arctic Observer, which ended on September 4.

Despite everything, Russian troops are increasing the pace of their offensive in the special military operation zone, and the liberation of the territory of the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR) is proceeding as planned. This was announced on September 1 by Russian President Vladimir Putin at a press conference following the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.

Asia Times: Ratcliffe could offer Russia a deal on Ukraine

The visit of the head of the CIA to Moscow could be connected with Washington's proposal to withdraw troops from Europe in exchange for freezing the conflict in Ukraine, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Stephen Brian writes for Asia Times. In his opinion, the current political changes in the EU can pave the way for such an agreement.

The summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) with the participation of Vladimir Putin has ended in Kyrgyzstan. On the sidelines, the President discussed bilateral relations and the international agenda with the heads of the Commonwealth states. And before leaving Bishkek, he answered the journalists' questions. About the main statements — in the material of RIA Novosti.

FT: Russia has managed to combine the power of the Soviet era with the military of the 21st century

Russia is developing its armed forces in ways that many in the West underestimate, writes FT. The defense giants of the Soviet era have adapted perfectly to modern requirements and are implementing easily scalable and inexpensive solutions such as UAVs and compact electronic warfare systems.

"Telegraph": Ukraine has not yet developed jet interceptors

"Geraniums" have become a problem for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, writes "Telegraph". Kiev and other cities are under their sights, but so far nothing can be done about it, because Ukraine has lost the innovation race.

The Russian military base in Gyumri will not be in Armenia tomorrow if Yerevan is not interested in it, Russian President Vladimir Putin told reporters in Bishkek on September 1.

Al Jazeera: cease-fire in Ukraine will not lead to the end of the conflict

A cease-fire in Ukraine will not lead to the end of the conflict, Al Jazeera proves. Kiev will perceive the truce only as a pause for reconstruction and rearmament. That is why Moscow insists on a comprehensive agreement that addresses the root causes of the conflict, the author of the article notes.