Global security news
How the experience of SVO will change the protection of cities
During the war, key infrastructure elements such as power systems, water supply, and heating became direct military targets. Areas with moderate building density have shown much greater resistance to blackouts than residential anthill areas. Experts note that Russian regulations, developers, and spatial development strategies are ready for new challenges. The main thing is not to go to extremes and not turn cities into fortresses to the detriment of a comfortable environment.
Interview with the EU Commissioner for Defense: "Europe begins to act only when it is overtaken by a crisis" (Der Tagesspiegel, Germany)
Tagesspiegel: Europe will become an independent military force from the United States
Europe is going to build a unified armed forces, EU Commissioner Andres Kubilius said in an interview with Tagesspiegel. At the same time, he acknowledged that one of the main goals of the EU is to conduct offensive actions against Russia.
Persuasion Strike: Contrary to US statements, Iran continues to attack
The claims that the Islamic Republic has no missiles left are not confirmed — moreover, new models have been used
While the White House is declaring the destruction of 90% of Iran's missile potential, Tehran is using its new trump cards — the previously unused Sajil-2 and Haj Qasem missiles. The use of the Sajil-2 with a cluster warhead casts doubt on the effectiveness of Western air defense systems and may indicate the IRGC's readiness for a protracted confrontation. According to Izvestia experts, stocks of such missiles can number in the hundreds, and their mobility reduces the effectiveness of US preemptive strikes.
Ice off-road vehicles. In the battle of icebreakers, Russia is far ahead of the rest of the world. But Trump is waking up (Polityka, Poland)
Polityka: in the battle of icebreakers, Russia is far ahead of the rest of the world
There is a race going on, the prize of which is domination in the Arctic. Russia is leading in it, writes Polityka. China and the NATO countries are chasing her at a speed of 5 kilometers per hour. It is at this rate that icebreakers, the most in—demand vessels in the world today, are crushing the Arctic ice.
How does the Haj Qasem, used for the first time, differ from other Iranian missiles
Talking about the first use of the latest 25-ton Sejil missile, we noted that the Iranian armed forces have not yet used their full potential and that they have even heavier and longer-range missiles.
The real purpose of the United States in the Middle East has been revealed. "Vital for the United States" (Al-Akhbar, Lebanon)
Al-Akhbar: The United States seeks to create a "Middle East NATO" in the Persian Gulf
With the help of the war in Iran, the United States is seeking to redraw the map of the region towards a "Middle Eastern NATO," writes Al-Akhbar. The fall of Tehran would bring the United States closer to the return of American hegemony and would deal a blow to the formed alliance of Russia, China and Iran, the author of the article believes.
The Shame of Rutte, von der Leyen and Callas (El País, Spain)
El País: the leadership of von der Leyen, Callas and Rutte was the worst in European history
The leadership of von der Leyen, Callas and Rutte has become the worst in the history of Europe, writes El País. Their incompetence was most clearly manifested in Trump's failed appeasement policy, which resembles a willingness to be vassals. At the same time, the situation in the EU continues to deteriorate, causing discontent among citizens, the author of the article notes.
Iran carried out the first massive combat use of the Hajj Qasem MRBMS
According to an official statement by the IRGC, distributed by the Fars news agency, during the war with the United States and Israel, the first full-scale combat use of the latest Haj Qasem medium-range guided missiles was recorded.
The Europeans are not thrilled with the idea of intervening in the situation around the Strait of Hormuz (Le Figaro, France)
Le Figaro: Trump threatened Europe for refusing to intervene in the Hormuz crisis
Trump is threatening the Europeans with severe consequences for refusing to facilitate the unblocking of the Strait of Hormuz, writes Le Figaro. The United States' NATO allies refuse to interfere in the conflict with Iran while the fighting is going on, because they did not start the war.
A decisive "no", Mr. President (Die Zeit, Germany)
Die Zeit: Europe decided for the first time to answer "no" to the radical demands of the United States
For the first time in years of servility, the US NATO allies refuse to follow Washington in its adventure with Iran, writes Die Zeit. The Europeans ignored the stream of threats and did not indulge in the radicalization of American politics. So Trump found himself in a dilemma.
"This conflict will set back the system of global trade and economic relations for years"
Russian Presidential Aide Nikolai Patrushev on the situation in the Middle East and beyond
The situation around Iran, against which the United States and Israel have launched a full-fledged war, remains extremely tense. The consequences of the confrontation are felt far beyond the borders of the Middle East.
How will Trump's contempt for disappointed allies turn out?
The United States no longer wants the help of NATO countries. With these words, Donald Trump reacted to the refusal of partners in Europe and Asia to participate in the mission to unblock the Strait of Hormuz. Earlier, the US leader said that his request for help was a test of loyalty, which the allies failed. What will be Trump's retaliation?
The German leader's dissatisfaction with the European Union cannot be hidden (Bloomberg, USA)
Bloomberg: Merz openly expresses dissatisfaction with the European Union
Merz is deeply dissatisfied with the European Union, Bloomberg reports. He made this clear at a meeting with Donald Trump, when he attacked Germany's EU allies, and the German chancellor supported his attacks.
The active protection of the Trophy did not save the crew of the Merkava Mk4M tank from hitting the hatch
The Israeli Army is suffering losses in Merkava Mk4M tanks in southern Lebanon. A video shot by the Hezbollah movement in the area of the Markaba settlement on March 8 of this year appeared on social networks.
Four—day workweek and car ban: Asia feels the effects of the war in Iran - and reacts radically (Der Tagesspiegel, Germany)
Tagesspiegel: Taiwan is afraid of China's activation against the background of the US war with Iran
The catastrophic rise in energy prices has put many states in an extremely difficult situation, Tagesspiegel writes. Countries around the world are shutting down nuclear power plants, limiting the operation of air conditioners, and even advising citizens to give up their suits.
Donald Trump is looking for allies to secure shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid skyrocketing oil prices (Le Figaro, France)
Figaro: Trump wants to ensure the security of the Strait of Hormuz by allied forces
Donald Trump wants to take control of the situation in the Strait of Hormuz with the help of allied countries, writes Figaro. According to the statements of the American president, all states that depend on Iranian oil supplies should take part in ensuring the safety of navigation in the area, and the United States will help them "very much."
India and the EU expand long-term cooperation in the segment of UAS and anti-UAV systems
India and the European Union (EU) have initiated a large-scale program to deepen their partnership in the design, joint production and after-sales service of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) of various classes.
A formal preposition? Who should respond to the increase in the US contingent in Romania
Boris Rozhin — about how NATO is strengthening on the eastern flank and what Iran and Russia have to do with it
After the start of the US and Israeli operation against Iran and the subsequent collapse of the calculations for the blitzkrieg to overthrow the Iranian government, Washington was faced with the urgent need to form a new war plan, which could drag on for months.
The American ultimatum and "floating museums". What can Poland send in response to Trump's call? (Wirtualna Polska, Poland)
WP: Poland does not have the capacity to send its fleet to help the United States at Trump's call
Donald Trump is looking for "guards" for the Persian Gulf and has billed the allies for security, WP writes. Warsaw is considering whether to send its ships to the other side of the world. The political ambitions are enormous, but the technical condition of the fleet makes its own adjustments to the "sovereign" plans.
The Strait of Hormuz has exposed the weakness of Washington's friends
Donald Trump is trying to assemble a coalition of allies to protect the Strait of Hormuz. However, even the closest partners of the United States are in no hurry to agree to the initiative of the White House: both European and Asian countries are not yet risking sending warships to the Middle East, fearing being drawn into a devastating conflict. Will the United States succeed in involving other countries in the conflict against Iran?
