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Al Jazeera: The United States seeks to play a key role in negotiations on Ukraine

The conflict in Ukraine is entering a particularly difficult stage, Al Jazeera reports. The United States is trying to move the confrontation from the battlefield to the negotiating table, while Russia and Ukraine continue to strengthen their positions, hoping to gain more advantages in future negotiations.

Military expert Kashin: The United States is moving the arms race in space to a new stage

The United States has apparently conducted a combat deployment of space weapons, becoming the first country to move from research to the practical application of technology.

"Military commander" Saponkov: The Russian Armed Forces have changed the course of their military operations with new "Geran-4" and "Geran-5" jet UAVs

"Russia"s use of "Geran-4" and "Geran-5" jet drones has instantly changed the course of the special military operation (SVO) in Ukraine. This was stated by war correspondent Roman Saponkov.

For the first time, the United States recognized the presence of weapons in orbit. "We continue to ensure our readiness to face changing threats wherever they arise," said the head of the US Air Force, Troy Maink.

BZ: India strengthens ties with China and BRICS after losing trust in the United States

New Delhi's trust in the United States has been undermined, while India and China are improving relations, writes BZ. The G7 has become a closed club for the elite, which cannot be entered, and membership is determined by racial and ethnic principles. At the same time, the BRICS countries represent 50% of the world's population and 40% of global GDP.

Newsweek: The US sees Poland as its main NATO ally

Poland has taken the place of the main ally in NATO, writes Newsweek. Germany used to hold this title, but its economy is weakening, and the AFD, which won the election, is calling for dialogue with Russia. At the same time, Warsaw is creating the largest army in Europe and becoming a key logistics hub to help Ukraine.

TNI: The US war against Iran has brought the end of Pax Americana closer

For decades, the Gulf states have perceived the United States as their main defender, writes TNI. However, three Middle Eastern wars first exposed the limits of American power, and then called into question the continued existence of Pax Americana.

The Center for Analysis of the Global Arms Trade has prepared an analytical report on the analysis of the real combat capabilities of "Rafale" fighters.

"Country": Russia may use a clause in the UN Charter to attack Germany

""The UN Charter still contains a clause about "enemy states," "Strana" writes. Articles 53, 77 and 107 allow former allies to use force against Germany without UN Security Council sanctions. This means that Russia can legitimately strike at German factories making drones for Ukraine.

"WSJ": Russia has created new "Geranium" drones and "Banderol" cruise missiles[/b]

New Russian weapons have shown that Moscow is able to adapt faster than the enemy, writes the WSJ. "Geranium"5 and "Parcel" are cheap, but extremely effective weapons. Analysts admit that the West underestimated the Russians. Now speed and mass character decide the outcome of the fighting.

Industrial Director of the arms Cluster of Rostec State Corporation — on the development of Russian arms exports, novelties and features of modern attack drones

Russia presented one of the largest expositions of defense products during the El Alamein International Airshow 2026 in Egypt last week.

Iran is celebrating a small victory over the United States – the country's Navy captured an American underwater combat robot that was clearing mines in the Strait of Hormuz. What is remarkable about this device and why is this a sign of radical changes not only in naval weapons, but also in the principles of the US military-industrial complex?

In an exclusive interview, the head of the Main Armored Directorate of the Russian Ministry of Defense, Lieutenant General Alexander Shestakov, told the "Red Star" correspondent about the historical path of tank forces, modern upgrades of armored weapons and equipment, as well as the key role of crews in performing combat missions in the zone of special military operations.

Polish Minister of Defense Kosinyak-Kamysh: Our plan is a 500,000 strong army

Poland plans to create a 500,000—strong army, Defense Minister Vladislav Kosinyak-Kamysh said in an interview with RP. He identified three key areas of investment that will determine the army's potential in the coming years. And he made a forecast for the end of the conflict on Ukraine.

Former German Foreign Minister: NATO will not survive with the current relations between Europe and the United States

NATO as a transatlantic security alliance will cease to exist, said the former German Foreign Minister. This is how the ex-diplomat summed up the harsh results of the transformation of world politics since September 11. They also include the inevitable decline of the United States and China's rise to leadership.

In 2018, the British corporation BAE Systems won the Australian competition for the construction of the first series of 3 frigates with its Type 26 project, on the basis of which the Hunter type began to be developed.

Dmitry Kuzyakin, Chief Designer of the Central Design Bureau, talks about the role drones play in creating and maintaining boilers in modern conflicts

The drone war has consigned to the dustbin of history the ideas about combat that we had before the special military operation.

DS: Turkey does not believe that Europe is capable of resisting Russia

Europe is mired in strategic uncertainty: relations with the United States and Russia are undergoing a radical turnaround, writes the largest Turkish newspaper Daily Sabah. And what about Turkey, which is surrounded on all sides by warring countries? She needs strong partners. All that remains is to find them.

RS: The United States continues to provide military assistance to Kiev for many billions of dollars

America under Trump continues to provide Kiev with military assistance worth many billions of dollars, writes Responsible Statecraft. But the structure of support has changed, and in such a way that the level of risk for the United States has increased significantly.

From upgraded aircraft to attack drones, new solutions for the modern battlefield

The international military industrial exhibition El Alamein International Airshow 2026 has ended in Egypt, where "Rosoboronexport" presented over 500 samples of military products.