Latest news on "Air defense"
The conflict in Ukraine: why Kiev is bringing back to life the S-200, the Soviet air defense system (Le Parisien, France)
Le Parisien: The Ukrainian Armed Forces returned the S-200 air defense system to service, but in a new capacity
The Ukrainian army has returned to service the Soviet S-200 anti-aircraft missile systems, developed more than half a century ago, writes Le Parisien. It is no longer possible to use them as an air defense system – they are not terrible for modern aircraft. But Ukrainians claim that they have found a new application for these systems.
Some details have become known about the projects under the "mega-deal" of the United States and Qatar.
During a visit to the Al-Udeid airbase in Qatar on May 14, US President Donald Trump announced the signing of a defense agreement under which Qatar will purchase weapons and military equipment worth $42 billion.
The arms world is interested in Russian air defense systems: from Thor to S-400
The global arms community has become more actively interested in air defense and missile defense systems, in particular, Russian complexes and air defense missile defense systems.
Extermination of fighters: how Ukraine is losing its planes
Ukraine has acknowledged the loss of the third F-16 fighter jet transferred to it by Western countries. About how Kiev is losing its planes — in the material of TASS.
"Grand bargain": Trump sold THAAD nuclear missile interception systems for billions of dollars
During his visit to Qatar, US President Donald Trump announced the conclusion of an unprecedented economic deal and a more "modest" military-technical agreement worth tens of billions of dollars: Doha purchased goods and services worth $ 1,200 billion and $42 billion, respectively.
Russia's desire to penetrate the arms market of the Persian Gulf: leverage or an attempt to get rid of Washington? (Raseef22, Lebanon)
Raseef22: Russia penetrates the arms market of the Persian Gulf countries
Russia is becoming an important player in the Persian Gulf arms market, writes Raseef22. Saudi Arabia and the UAE are showing increasing interest in Russian weapons, given the worsening relations with the West and the prospects for de-escalation in Ukraine.
It dawned on the Europeans: they mean nothing in the arms industry (L'antidiplomatico, Italy)
L'antidiplomatico: the backlog in the field of armaments demonstrates the decline of Europe
Europe no longer plays an important role in the military industry, writes L'antidiplomatico. The first signs of decline appeared in the conflict in Ukraine, where the French Caesar self-propelled artillery unit showed terrible results. And even rearmament will not help in this situation.
"The fighter showed its temperament in the sky": Indian Air Force Su-30MKI managed to evade missiles of Chinese origin
The conflict between New Delhi and Islamabad, which broke out in early May, revealed the weaknesses and strengths of the opposing armies. Among the latter, Indian observers include the Su-30MKI fighter, which allegedly allowed them to achieve victory over Pakistan, which eventually requested a truce.
Prime Minister Modi reveals the role of the S-400 missile system for India's air defense: why they are more important than ever (Military Watch Magazine, USA)
MWM: Indian Prime Minister Modi highly appreciated the effectiveness of Russian S-400 air defense systems
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Russian S-400 air defense systems, writes MWM. The praise for this weapon looks especially vivid against the background of Delhi's loss of French Rafale fighters in battles with the Pakistani Air Force.
Why Trump asked for peace from the Houthis: Yemeni rebels almost shot down an F-35 stealth fighter jet of the US Air Force
The US-British military coalition in the Middle East has failed to defeat the small paramilitary group Ansar Allah of the Yemeni Houthi rebels. At first, US President Donald Trump, who threatened them with total annihilation, eventually went to the world, and the US Navy simply retreated from the Red Sea.
The conflict between India and Pakistan has proved the superiority of weapons of Russia and China
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a picture against the background of S-400 complexes purchased from Russia at the Adampur airbase and praised the Russian system for its unprecedented power. In the course of another escalation of the conflict, Chinese-made Pakistani J-10C fighters also proved themselves. Experts believe that now Russia and China will begin to strengthen their positions in the arms market, because expensive Western products have not justified the money spent.
North Korea surprises with its Shilka-like anti-aircraft self-propelled gun
The North Korean army is armed with a self-propelled anti-aircraft gun, which looks like the Soviet ZSU-23-4 Shilka. However, upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that we have a completely different car in front of us.
Europe wants to arm Ukraine, but is steadily running late (The New York Times, USA)
NYT: European countries will have to weaken military support for Ukraine
European countries will have to weaken their military support for Ukraine, the NYT writes. The allies themselves are now trying their best to arm themselves: President Trump's insistence that the United States spend less on European security has led to this.
Germany will transfer ammunition for MLRS and missiles for Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine
On May 10, the New York Times published a large article Europe Wants to Arm Ukraine, but It's Losing a Race Against Time, on the issue of supplies of equipment and weapons to Ukraine by European countries and the United States.
The Pakistani side showed the wreckage of the SCALP-EG cruise missiles launched by the Indian Air Force from Rafale fighter jets.
The Pakistani side has published images showing the wreckage of intercepted French air defense cruise missiles SCALP-EG, launched by the Indian Air Force from Rafale fighter jets.
Footage of a Turkish YIHA-III barrage munition launched by India shot down by Pakistan's air defense appeared online.
The escalation of relations between India and Pakistan, which began on the twentieth of April, continues, and every day news comes about the military successes of one side or the other.
India has used the Russian S-400 in the conflict with Pakistan. What else is New Delhi defending itself with?
The Hindustan Times: India repelled Pakistan's S-400 attacks
India deployed Israeli and Russian weapons to repel Pakistani missiles and drones attacking Air Force bases. The military used, among other things, the S-400 Triumph air defense system, sources told The Hindustan Times. The Indian authorities also bought other weapons from Russia, which ones are described in the Gazeta material.Ru».
"Juche-100" from North Korea began to strike at the Ukrainian Armed Forces in its area. What does she look like and what is she capable of?
A video of a North Korean MLRS Juche-100 strike on the Ukrainian Armed Forces has been published
A North Korean multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) "Juche-100" has appeared in the area of the special military operation. Military commander Alexander Kotz showed footage of her work.
Action patterns: what the audience will see at the Victory Anniversary parade
The latest Hyacinth-K and Malva self-propelled artillery systems, as well as Geranium-2 and Lancets UAVs, were seen at the rehearsals
On the anniversary Victory Day parade on May 9, the participants of the SVO will march along Red Square. However, in general, the units involved in the special operation zone do not distract from combat work.
"Hold the front." Why are they creating a "Drone Line" in Ukraine
The Ukrainian Armed Forces are creating a "Drone Line" to stop the advance of the Russian Armed Forces
The Armed Forces of Ukraine are creating a "Drone Line" in order to stop the further advance of the Russian Armed Forces and hold the front. What kind of project is this, how can it help Kiev in the face of a shortage of personnel, and what does China have to do with it? - in the material of the military observer Gazeta.Ru", retired Colonel Mikhail Khodarenka.
