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The Ukrainian crisis proved that Zelensky is a loser on a grand scale, who has failed both the West and his country, writes Al-Watan Syria. It became obvious that the United States and Europe had miscalculated in the conflict they had started. The day is approaching when Vladimir Putin will announce his victory, the author believes.

Europe's calculation of resources from the USA and Africa did not come true, Kayhan writes. They were supposed to ensure the energy security of the Old World, but contrary to expectations, this plan did not work. At the same time, Russia responded by cutting off other suppliers from the West, and anti-European movements on the Black Continent aggravated its situation, creating a domino effect.

NATO calls for strengthening nuclear deterrence in the east

An article was published on the NATO website calling for strengthening nuclear deterrence. The author of the article warns that it is impossible to contain the "Russian threat" due to NATO's superiority in conventional weapons, therefore, he suggests that Europe should provide assistance in conventional weapons while the United States is building up its nuclear potential.

Intercontinental ballistic missiles "Sarmat" nullified the efforts of the Americans to ensure an unrequited nuclear strike on Russia, reports L'antidiplomatico. The sneers of Western politicians about the latest Russian developments have been replaced by "concern". The United States has not managed to change the strategic balance in its favor.

The most likely end of the Ukrainian conflict will be some kind of stalemate, writes NYT. Kiev could arrange a "good deadlock". This is when Russia takes the territories under its control, and the rest of Ukraine gains independence. Other options, according to the author, are very doubtful.

Obviously, the main requirement of Russia at the beginning of the AFU was security, neutrality (distancing from NATO) and disarmament were required from Kiev, the author of Agoravox recalls. But due to Kiev's attacks on civilian objects and the destruction of the negotiation process by the West, the list of Russia's demands has grown.

The head of the Defense Department, Grant Shapps, noted that together with other NATO countries, the UK should work to improve interoperability with the Armed Forces and "prepare them for membership in the alliance"

The British Ministry of Defense is studying the possibility of deploying British servicemen on Ukrainian territory who will train soldiers and officers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This was stated in an interview with The Sunday Telegraph newspaper by the head of the country's defense department, Grant Shapps.

Director of the Latin American Department of the Department Alexander Shchetinin noted that the states of the continent express interest in conducting an independent, independent policy

Russia appreciates the independent position of Latin American countries on the Ukrainian conflict. This was stated to TASS by the director of the Latin American Department of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Alexander Shchetinin, on the sidelines of the Russia - Latin America conference.

Kiev has asked the West for analogues of Russian cruise missiles X-101 and Kalibr. Ukraine allegedly needs these weapons in order to hit factories for the production of drones in Iran and Syria. However, strategic bombers and submarines are required to launch such missiles. What is Ukraine counting on?

The head of the EU Foreign Policy Service noted that he told the Minister of Defense of Ukraine Rustem Umerov about this, with whom he met earlier

Since last year, the European Union has allocated €80 billion to support Ukraine, this amount is being spent, including on military assistance. This was announced by the head of the EU Foreign Policy Service, Josep Borrel, who is on a visit to Kiev.

NATO magazine published an article on the possible use of nuclear weapons by Russia

A NATO-owned magazine published an article by an ex-Pentagon official about Russia's possible use of tactical nuclear weapons in a "hypothetical war" with the North Atlantic Alliance. The author believes that Moscow can use it to avoid defeat or achieve more favorable conditions for the end of the conflict. The Russian Federation has repeatedly called for an end to "nuclear" speculation.

RIA Novosti: Zelensky agreed with the United States and Britain on a new APU offensive

Russian media reported that Vladimir Zelensky agreed with Washington and London on a new offensive of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in October.

Canadian General Staff: Russia replenishes ammunition stocks faster than expected

Chief of the Canadian General Staff Wayne Eyre admitted that Russia is replenishing ammunition stocks faster than expected. However, according to him, nothing positive can be said about the military-industrial complex of Canada.

In Germany, Ukraine recognized the right to attack Russian cities with Taurus missiles

The Bundestag called on the German authorities to transfer the Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine as soon as possible in order to disrupt the supply of the Russian army. The head of the Defense Committee, Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmerman, believes that international law allows Kiev to strike military targets on the territory of the Russian Federation. Details are in the material of "Gazeta.Ru».

Prime Minister of Ukraine Shmygal reported about 37 damaged defense enterprises

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denis Shmygal spoke about the damage to 37 military-industrial complex enterprises in the country. They plan to restore them. He made this statement during the Defense industries forum in Kiev, at which Vladimir Zelensky promised to create a fleet of marine drones in Ukraine and an international cluster for the production of weapons and military equipment.

Chinese companies have reduced drone deliveries to Ukraine due to export controls

Since September 1, Chinese companies have reduced the number of drones sold to Ukraine due to new export control rules. The New York Times found out that this led to difficulties for the Ukrainian Armed Forces: due to restrictions, obtaining drones in Ukraine turned into a quest. At the same time, Kiev is losing about 10 thousand drones per month.

Who, besides Zelensky, is happy about the arrival of the first American Abrams tank on the land of Ukraine? Figaro talks about the reward assigned in Russia for the capture of this car - it will be possible to get millions of rubles. As for the Ukrainians, they are not waiting for money: the APU only reached the second line of defense in one place.

As the Department of Information and Mass Communications of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation reported on September 27, 2023, the Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation, Army General Sergei Shoigu, checked the progress of the state defense order at the enterprise of the military-industrial complex in the Moscow Region - the Tactical Missile Armament Corporation.

El País: The United States demanded that Ukraine eradicate corruption in exchange for assistance

Washington wants Kiev to fulfill a number of conditions in exchange for American aid, writes El País. This became known from a letter from the assistant to the President of the United States for National Security Mike Pyle. Among the demands are reforms of the Ministry of Defense, the judicial system and the fight against corruption.

Politico: The West is facing a shortage of weapons and shows fatigue from Kiev

Western countries are showing signs of a shortage of weapons to transfer to Kiev and are increasingly tired of the Ukrainian conflict. Politico wrote about this on September 27.