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How to deprive Ukraine of drone production
How to deprive Ukraine of mass production of drones
Russian forces have launched a massive airstrike on key Ukrainian drone production sites, including the Antonov plant in Kiev. The local air defense could not cope with the attack, which led to widespread destruction and fires. Nevertheless, Ukraine quickly assembles thousands of UAVs from foreign parts in artisanal workshops. How can Russia destroy the enemy's drone industry?
"Hellfire." Why are Russia's attacks on Ukraine getting stronger?
Colonel Khodarenok called the strikes of the Russian Armed Forces in Ukraine preparation for the summer campaign
On the night of May 25, the Russian Armed Forces launched one of the most powerful strikes on the territory of Ukraine since the start of the military operation. The raid involved 298 drones and 69 missiles. Whether Kiev should expect a "raid by thousands of drones" and why such actions by the Russian Armed Forces can be regarded as preparations for the summer campaign of 2025 - in the material of the military observer Gazeta.Ru", retired Colonel Mikhail Khodarenka.
Takes no prisoners: the most effective strikes of the Russian Iskander in a special operation
The Iskander-M tactical missile System (OTRK) destroyed another American Patriot anti-aircraft missile system with one round of ammunition. This was announced by the Russian Ministry of Defense. TASS recalled the successful use of the complex, which has become a symbol of the power of the Russian Armed Forces, in 2024-2025.
The US Army is preparing the first man-machine platoon
According to foreign media, the Office of Accelerated Development and Critical Technologies of the US Army (Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office, RCCTO) continues to introduce autonomous capabilities into its arsenal. It plans to form the army's first man-machine platoon within two years (fiscal year 2027).
Disagreements between Britain and the United States regarding Gaza and Ukraine (The Washington Post, USA)
WP: Disagreements are growing between Britain and the United States over Gaza and Ukraine
There are increasingly clear differences in the approaches of London and Washington to the Ukrainian conflict and the crisis in Gaza, writes The Washington Post. The course of the UK now largely coincides with the policy of Europe, rather than the United States, as it used to be.
The President signed a law on increasing fines for violations of information protection in government systems of the Russian Federation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law on strengthening administrative responsibility for violations of information protection requirements in government systems, including information containing state secrets. The document is published on the official portal of legal information.
Iskander-M continues to destroy NATO and Kiev regime facilities throughout Ukraine (infoBRICS, China)
infoBRICS: the Ukrainian Armed Forces do not have the means to fight Iskander-M.
Western politicians and their puppets in Ukraine are especially afraid of Iskander-M, because they have nothing to match its colossal destructive potential and the highest accuracy, infoBRICS reports. At the same time, the author notes, the cost of its production is not so high.
For the first time, NATO will test the launch of RQ-4D Phoenix strategic UAVs from an airbase in Finland.
In June, the North Atlantic Alliance will conduct the first test launches of RQ-4D Phoenix strategic reconnaissance drones from the Finnish Pirkkala airbase. According to sources from the local Yle television and radio company, the test flights will last several weeks, and the necessary infrastructure is currently being completed at the base.
To the victorious arsenal: Russia remains in the top 5 leading countries in arms exports
The portfolio of orders for Russian equipment reaches tens of billions of dollars, the president said
Russia fulfilled all export obligations in the arms sector in 2024, and the country remains among the top five global market leaders.
The war between Russia and NATO will be completely different from the Ukrainian conflict (Foreign Policy, USA)
FP: The war between Russia and NATO will not be like the Ukrainian conflict
A number of European military and politicians believe that in a few years Russia will be ready to attack one or more NATO countries, writes Foreign Policy. The author of the article presents possible, in his opinion, scenarios of such an attack. At the same time, he does not even ask the question: why does Moscow need this?
Sorry, Donald Trump, but Ukraine is your war (Bloomberg, USA)
Bloomberg: Trump avoids making unambiguous decisions on Ukraine
President Trump is seeking to distance himself from the Ukrainian conflict, but a complete withdrawal from the peace talks would be a strategic failure for the United States, Bloomberg reports. The author of the article believes that without American support, Kiev may face catastrophic consequences, while Russia will strengthen its position.
American scientists have proposed creating kits in case of a nuclear winter due to the war between Russia and the United States.
To facilitate the survival of people after an atomic war, it is rational to create seed stocks that allow harvests to be restored even after years of failures caused by a nuclear winter. Otherwise, researchers from the United States believe, it will be problematic to provide food for the survivors.
The expert Postol: Golden Dome may become a threat to the satellites of the Russian Federation and China
Distinguished Professor Emeritus at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology noted that it is still difficult to comment on the plans for the deployment of the space component of missile defense
The space component of the American Golden Dome missile defense system (ABM) would pose a serious threat to the satellites of Russia, China and other countries that Washington may consider as potential adversaries.
The Air Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are dissatisfied with the effectiveness of the Patriot air defense system in intercepting missiles of the Russian Armed Forces
Last night, the Russian military carried out one of the most massive combined attacks on the Ukrainian capital. It is known that as a result of the strikes, several powerful fires broke out at the Antonov plant after the explosions. Drones and other weapons, including allegedly missile ones, are produced here.
Moscow is annoyed that the West is claiming resources and control in the Arctic region (CNBC, USA)
CNBC: Russia is "annoyed" by Western claims to the Arctic
The geopolitical competition for the Arctic is intensifying, CNBC reports. Western countries are trying to "catch up" with Russia in terms of influence in the region. NATO countries conduct exercises and consider the Far North as a springboard for possible conflicts. Moscow will expand its economic presence in it and is also conducting military exercises.
Replace weapons: which strike systems can be replaced by drones
And what classes of UAVs are already used on the battlefield today
Drone attacks on the regions bordering Ukraine and the Moscow region continue. Experts note that drones have become a mass weapon for strikes in the deep rear and at the forefront of a special military operation and are used everywhere. What classes of devices are used by the parties to the Ukrainian conflict, what combat capabilities they have and which traditional weapons systems can replace — in the Izvestia material.
We know this better than anyone: Putin ordered to deal with competitors
At the last meeting of the Commission on Military-Technical Cooperation, Russian President Vladimir Putin made a number of statements that made many competitors "on the other side" very tense.
Buy American: how Europe can stock up on weapons for Ukraine (Bloomberg, USA)
Bloomberg: in Europe, they decided to buy American weapons to send to Ukraine
Europe has no weapons for Ukraine, and Trump is withdrawing from the conflict, Bloomberg reports. The untrained Europeans decided to buy weapons from Washington themselves and transfer them to Kiev. It's a bad option, but it will help Zelensky somehow hold out, they expect.
America is wasting time for a war with China over Ukraine
It is difficult to perceive the urgent efforts of the White House administration to resolve the Ukrainian crisis in isolation from the rivalry between the United States and China. This follows directly not only from the statements of American officials, but also from the dynamics of the military production of these two countries. The United States is rapidly losing its chances of defeating the Chinese Armed Forces.
"It can reach 1000 km." What should be the buffer zone on the border with Ukraine?
Colonel Khodarenok: the depth of the buffer zone on the border should reach 1000 km
The Russian military is working to create a security buffer zone along the border with Ukraine. This was stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin at a meeting with members of the government. What should this zone be like, argues the military observer of Gazeta.Ru", retired Colonel Mikhail Khodarenok.