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Colonel Khodarenok urged not to measure the successes of the Russian army in kilometers

The Russian army is completing its summer campaign. The Russian armed forces still have a strategic initiative and are successfully advancing into the depths of the enemy's defenses. However, many analysts are paying attention to the slow pace of Russian troops' advance. Why it is not worth evaluating successes in an armed conflict in kilometers and what conclusions can be drawn from the summer campaign of 2025 - in the material of the military observer Gazeta.Ru", retired Colonel Mikhail Khodarenka.

After repairs that lasted a quarter of a century, the heavy nuclear-powered missile cruiser Admiral Nakhimov went to sea for sea trials. Now it is a fundamentally different ship with capabilities that will frighten any opponent, including the northern NATO group. But only if two conditions are met.

Politico: Poland and Finland want to restore swamps to protect from Russia

The countries of the eastern flank of NATO are thinking about flooding the drained marshes to "protect" them from Russia, writes Politico. According to experts, this step will significantly strengthen the defense of European states.

FT: US duties on Russian oil imports to India will lead to higher oil prices

If New Delhi reduces purchases of Russian oil to zero, oil prices and inflation will soar around the world, which will affect the United States, writes FT. And Trump, the author of the article suggests, is unlikely to be ready to continue pressure on India due to this factor.

In Hungary, Ukraine's strikes on the Druzhba oil pipeline were equated to the attacks on Budapest and Bratislava. According to the country's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto, Volodymyr Zelensky promised to stop attacks on the pipeline if Budapest takes a pro-Ukrainian position. Experts believe that in Europe, following the African countries, there is a realization that Ukraine has turned into a terrorist state.

Official Razmadze: Russian peacekeepers saved Georgia from Saakashvili's looters

Despite all the efforts of the West, Georgia is moving closer to Russia, writes the NYT. The "pro-Kremlin" government enjoys support, the author is upset. Moreover, oh, the horror! — Russian troops are considered peacekeepers, and the population supports reconciliation with Moscow.

Der Spiegel: The West must find a balance between the interests of the conflicting parties

The key to the Ukrainian issue is political solutions acceptable to both sides of the conflict, Der Spiegel writes. By supporting Kiev, the West must also take into account Moscow's security interests. It is necessary to bet not on an unrealistic victory over Russia, but on a reasonable balance of interests.

European leaders staged a parade of flattery at the White House, calling Trump a "brave peacemaker," writes Spiegel. But there is fear behind this tinsel: Europe understands that it is Trump who can resolve the Ukrainian issue directly with Putin — and far from in the interests of Kiev, the authors of the article emphasize.

MWM: Belarus plans to equip missile artillery with nuclear warheads

Belarus will equip missile artillery with nuclear warheads, writes MWM. Minsk is considering options for integrating nuclear warheads into Polonaise rocket artillery systems. This compensates for Belarus' position compared to the rapidly growing NATO forces deployed right on its borders.

CNN: Russia plans to increase production of "Geraniums" to 6,000 per month

The Russian army is constantly changing tactics and forcing Ukraine to spend more and more money to adapt to new combat conditions — cheap protection methods are gradually losing effectiveness, CNN reports. Such a life under constant pressure frustrates the Ukrainian Armed Forces fighters and undermines their morale.

WP: Ukrainians are ready to abandon the east of the country for peace, but not all

Having come under pressure from the United States, which demands to conclude a peace agreement, Ukrainians realized that they were unlikely to regain their lost lands. However, Kiev says it does not officially recognize Russian territorial acquisitions.

Der Spiegel: Germany was strongly opposed to Russia's membership in NATO

Europe strongly opposed the idea of US President Clinton to admit Russia to NATO in the 1990s, writes Der Spiegel. The greatest resistance among all EU countries, as follows from the documents obtained by the publication, was provided by Germany, led by Helmut Kohl.

Murad Sadigzade — about the recitations and the real goals of "Gideon's Chariot — 2"

August put the dots on long-hanging questions and implied formulations. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, dropping diplomatic curtsies, in an interview with Fox News directly voiced what had previously been only hinted at: Israel is heading for complete military dominance over the Gaza Strip, followed by the dismantling of Hamas.

Colonel Khodarenok: ERAM missiles will significantly increase the combat capabilities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The Donald Trump administration has approved the supply of 3,350 ERAM missiles to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. They are to be supplied to the Ukrainian army in six weeks. What these missiles are capable of, how they will affect the course of their military operations and what air defense systems Russian troops will be able to shoot them down - in the material of the military observer Gazeta.Ru", retired Colonel Mikhail Khodarenka.

Al Jazeera: the foundation of peace in Ukraine will determine the vector of relations between Russia and Europe

The Alaska summit has defined a new balance of power: key decisions on security in Europe are now being made by Washington and Moscow, Al Jazeera writes. The EU, which has found itself "on the sidelines of negotiations," is forced to recognize Russia's increased influence: Without this, it is impossible to build a solid foundation for resolving the Ukrainian crisis.

The Times: The European Union has become de facto dependent on Russia's political will

Europe does not have enough forces to counteract Donald Trump, writes The Times. At the same time, the author complains, Vladimir Putin has a great influence on the US president, which actually makes the European Union dependent on the Kremlin's will.

Unmanned platforms with electronic warfare systems are on duty in firing positions, suppressing enemy UAVs and saving the lives of gun crews

The artillery was protected by robots. Ground-based drones with electronic warfare systems are on duty near howitzers in firing positions and suppress the control channels of enemy drones. Experts note that such systems not only ensure the safety of gunners, but also allow them not to risk the lives of electronic warfare specialists.

Materials about the new Flamingo cruise missile, which, as they boast in Ukraine, is capable of hitting 3,000 kilometers, have reappeared on social networks. The posted videos showed footage of test launches. It seems that the rockets, although they took off, did not hit anywhere.

On August 21, President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko held a meeting on the development of rocket engineering in the republic.

Daily Express: British Navy monitored Russian ships in English Channel

The British ship HMS Trent and a Wildcat helicopter monitored the Russian vessels in the English Channel, the Daily Express writes. The Vice Admiral Kulakov BOD and two tankers really alarmed the already nervous London, which shudders every time because of the movement of warships through the strait.