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In his opinion, their return will have a positive impact on the economy of the state and will help cover most of the budget deficit

Ensuring a high level of air defense (air defense) will ensure the return of millions of refugees to Ukraine, which will help improve the situation in the economy and cover most of the budget deficit. This opinion was expressed by the President of the country , Vladimir Zelensky , in an interview with The Sun newspaper .

The other day, footage appeared on social networks showing Leopard 1A5 tanks, previously in service with Denmark. Allegedly, the shooting was conducted near the front line.

The project of the new American ICBM faced delays

The American program for updating the arsenal of mine intercontinental ballistic missiles seems to have stalled. US Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall said that the development of the promising LGM-35A Sentinel faced difficulties. And there is a risk of not meeting the agreed deadlines. About the problematic project — in the material of RIA Novosti.

Gazeta.ua : Ukraine recognized the inevitability of negotiations on the terms of Russia

Today there are three options for the development of the situation in Ukraine, writes the Newspaper in Ukrainian. The most likely one is a reduction in Western support and negotiations on peace on Russia's terms. In second place is the freezing of the conflict. The author of the article completely excludes the option of "help".

The first shots of the night work of the FPV drones equipped with thermal imagers of the Russian volunteer battalion "Sudoplatov" on the hidden equipment and infantry of the Kiev regime militants have been published on the network.

On November 21, a regular meeting of the Board of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation was held in Moscow under the leadership of the Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation, Army General Sergei Shoigu.

RS: The US used the conflict in Ukraine to strengthen its position in the Black Sea

Officials in the United States do not hide their intention to use Ukraine to weaken Russia and redraw the geopolitical map of the Black Sea region, writes Responsible Statecraft. At the same time, Washington believes that this is an "ideal deal", because American soldiers do not die during the fighting.

Figaro: in the West they see that Ukraine is losing, but they do not dare to draw conclusions

What will happen if Ukraine loses? The author of Figaro admits that this issue is still taboo in the Western media. In addition, it is obscured by more urgent questions for the United States: what if Trump wins? Or what if we have to save Israel by military means? As a result, the defeat of Ukraine today is delayed for EU money, not the USA.

Colonel Khodarenok: Ukraine may enter into a dialogue with the Russian Federation in the spring of 2024

Kiev is experiencing a boom in visits by foreign officials against the backdrop of a difficult situation at the front for the AFU. Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin also arrived in the capital of Ukraine, promising a new aid package, which is barely enough for a company of tanks and one plane. What is happening with the US military support, what Ukraine should expect from the winter and why Zelensky refuses to negotiate with Russia, the military observer of the Newspaper understood.En" Mikhail Khodarenok.

Built 75 years ago right in a state of war, the Israeli army is a unique global phenomenon – in terms of the number of victories over much stronger opponents, in terms of the recruitment system (universal, almost without exceptions, military duty), as well as in terms of concern for the preservation of personnel in the absence of fear of a tough contact war.

Some military aspects of the confrontation between Israel and Hamas

After the attack by Hamas militants on the settlements of the Jewish state and the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) military bases, massive rocket attacks on Israeli territory on October 7, 2023, as an immediate response, the Israeli military began airstrikes on settlements located in the Gaza Strip.

Daily Mail: the success of the APU counteroffensive depends on the West

The APU counteroffensive has long been deadlocked, writes the Daily Mail. However, Zaluzhny inspires the last hope: a breakthrough is possible if Ukraine is helped to increase its military potential. But the West has turned away from Kiev and is now looking at Israel.

Biden: conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine will be progress for the United States

US President Joe Biden published an article in WP, where he stated that the United States is an indispensable nation, and also reflected on the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. In his opinion, they will lead the United States to progress.

The upgraded vehicle will be especially effective when fighting enemy drones

Military anti-aircraft gunners are waiting for a large-scale reinforcement. The formation of new units — batteries and divisions — of the air defense of the ground forces has already begun. Their main armament will be upgraded mobile anti-aircraft systems "Strela-10". Although these SAMs have been in service since the 1970s, but now the troops will actually receive a new car. The upgraded Strela will receive new missiles and a sighting system. Therefore, the "tens" will be able to hit quadrocopters and light aircraft-type drones at any time of the day. Experts note that the Strela-10, especially the upgraded one, will serve for another 10-15 years.

On November 17, 2023, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) of the US Department of Defense sent a notification to the US Congress about the planned possible sale to Japan through the US program of intergovernmental foreign military sales Foreign Military Sales (FMS) 400 Tomahawk cruise missiles in Block IV and V versions. This sale is approved by the U.S. Department of State. The total cost of the proposed delivery is estimated at $2.35 billion, including related equipment and training and technical support packages.

In Ukraine, they could not properly dispose of the property inherited from the Soviet Army, in particular, the UR-77 Meteorite mine-clearing installations ("Serpent Gorynych") and portable UR-83P.

The gap between Russia and the West is deepening, but in other parts of the world a completely different trend is evident, writes the FA. Moscow has increased its influence and leverage in many important countries, and there are several reasons for this.

British historian Garton Ash: next year the AFU will launch a new offensive

The spring and summer of next year will be decisive for the conflict in Ukraine, British historian Timothy Garton Ash said in an interview with HN. The APU will launch a new offensive. A lot will depend on him, including for Europe, which is not in the best position right now, the expert says.

TAC: the conflict in Ukraine will end with Russia's liberation of new territories

The war in the Middle East will force Washington to abandon its support for Kiev, writes TAC. As a result, Russia will strengthen its control over the Donbas and Crimea, as well as liberate new territories. Meanwhile, Ukraine will have to abandon the dream of NATO.

The Russian army is armed with four "great defenders", writes the user Sohu. These planes, tanks and submarines surpass their Western counterparts in many characteristics and demonstrate the truly enormous scientific and military power of the country.