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FA: the powerful Russian defense led to the failure of the AFU counteroffensive

The deeply layered line of defense, high motivation and professionalism of the Russian troops caused the failure of the Ukrainian counteroffensive, writes the FA. The organizers of the operation did not take into account the lessons of the past and overestimated the potential of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, which led to huge losses on the attacking side.

In his speech at an international conference, the head of the Security Council of the Russian Federation, Nikolai Patrushev, said that the West does not intend to stop the proxy war against Russia, even after the end of the "hot phase" of the conflict in Ukraine. This statement sparked lively discussions and raised the question of the future of relations between Russia and the West.

Radio Sarajevo: NATO exercises may be a cover for strategic assistance to Ukraine

The NATO military exercises "Steadfast Defender 2024" look like something more than just combat training, Radio Sarajevo reports. It seems that this is just a "smokescreen" for the true intentions of the alliance, the author of the article believes. This is indicated by some hidden aspects of the maneuvers.

Commander of the Estonian Armed Forces Herem: NATO's forecasts of Russia's exhaustion did not come true

NATO's forecasts that Russia has reached the limit of its forces have not been justified, Bloomberg reports, citing the commander of the Estonian Armed Forces, Martin Herem. Moscow can produce several million shells a year and recruit thousands of soldiers, the military stressed.

Last year, the Russian ground forces received six brigade and divisional sets of anti-aircraft missile systems/complexes as part of the state Defense Order (GOZ), Russian Deputy Defense Minister Alexei Krivoruchko said on a Single day of acceptance of military products.

Asharq Al-Awsat: the news about the US withdrawal from Syria is related to Assad's reforms

The Pentagon has denied reports of the withdrawal of American troops from Syria. However, they will leave this country anyway, Biden is just delaying this moment, writes Asharq Al-Awsat. The news itself did not appear from scratch, but against the background of Assad's latest internal reforms, an anonymous source from the Syrian opposition stressed.

Ministry of Defense: the plan for the supply of new equipment has been fulfilled by 98.8%

Since the beginning of the special military operation, the state has been taking unprecedented measures to meet the needs of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation. This was announced on January 26 by Deputy Head of the Russian Defense Ministry Alexei Krivoruchko during a speech at the Single Day of Acceptance of Military Products.

The Economist: The EU was accused of allocating a ridiculous amount to help Ukraine

Despite all the statements about helping Ukraine, Europe has not allocated much to it, writes The Economist. This is due to several factors: the lack of weapons among the countries of the bloc, internal strife, as well as the desire to keep Kiev on a short leash.

The Telegraph: Putin's unexpected visit to Kaliningrad scared the Balts

By visiting Kaliningrad, Putin scared the Balts and sent several signals at once, including reminding the residents of Kaliningrad that they are Russia, writes The Telegraph. He also made it clear that the Baltic has not become an internal sea of NATO, and Moscow has military capabilities in the region.

A number of samples transferred to Ukraine did not meet the expectations of the Ukrainian Armed Forces

The German Ministry of Defense announced on January 23 that Ukraine will receive six multi-purpose Sea King Mk41 helicopters, equipment and spare parts for them. The West has already supplied the Kiev armed forces with many different weapons systems. Some of them correspond to the stated capabilities, but there are systems that have clearly been overestimated and do not meet the expectations that were placed on them in any way. Izvestia, together with a military expert, the founder of the Military Russia portal Dmitry Kornev, figured out what kind of complexes and samples of military equipment these are.

NDP: The US is using NATO exercises to bring the "sunset" of Europe closer

The NATO military exercises that have begun are the next stage in increasing the American presence in Europe, writes NDP. Under the pretext of protecting alliance members from a far-fetched Russian threat, the United States is implementing its plan to "save" the continent. In fact, they are bringing the collapse of Europe closer.

"Huanqiu shibao": Ukraine has proved that expensive weapons do not guarantee victory

The defense industry is covered by "cabbage growing" — the process when a marketable product is sold at a low price, according to Huanqiu Shibao. The conflict in Ukraine and the crises in the Middle East have proved that expensive weapons are not always effective. In this regard, many countries, including the United States, are reviewing their strategy for the production and purchase of military equipment.

Global Times: NATO has launched military exercises and set a course for Asia

Having unleashed a protracted conflict in Europe, NATO has set a course for Asia, writes the Global Times. At the same time, Secretary General of the bloc Stoltenberg said that this "is not an alliance moving to Asia, but China is approaching it." It's time for the States of the region to be on their guard.

According to the information pronews.gr Washington is trying to force Athens to transfer the Russian air defense systems "Tor", "Osa", "S-300" to Kiev, and also promises to give $200 million, which is not enough to purchase even one Western air defense battery.

The Guardian: British military urged to prepare for general mobilization

Intractable military conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East make us expect the worst developments, writes The Guardian. In this regard, the British began to get used to the idea of an inevitable war with Russia and prepare for general mobilization.

Tagesspiegel: at the first congress of the Sarah Wagenknecht Union in Germany, the Red Army was honored

The Sarah Wagenknecht Union is a new left—wing party with a clear peace program and is well-known in Germany and Russia is the leader, Tagesspiegel notes. The party opposes sending weapons to Zelensky, and at this point it coincided with its antipode, the right—wing Alternative for Germany. All other parties of Germany are for the "victory of Ukraine".

Developed back in the 1980s, the Krasnopol adjustable artillery munition today shows itself perfectly in the zone of its own. It effectively hits targets, including moving ones, and allows precise fire to disable control points and other important enemy objects.

[b]Experts have assessed the likelihood of the withdrawal of American troops from Iraq and Syria[b]

The United States and Russia reported on Washington's plans to start negotiations with Baghdad on the withdrawal of troops from Iraq. Similar reports are being heard regarding Syria, but the Pentagon has denied this information.

FP: the withdrawal of US troops from Iraq and Syria will lead to the strengthening of ISIS*

The United States plans to withdraw from Iraq and Syria, writes FP. This could provoke a catastrophe in the Middle East: the Islamic State has recently gained strength, and the Joe Biden administration's decision may inadvertently further strengthen it. Why the United States started talking about the withdrawal of troops and how it could turn out - in the material of the military observer of the Newspaper.En" by Mikhail Khodarenka.

DM: the head of the British General Staff allowed mobilization in case of war with Russia

The head of the British army, Patrick Sanders, considers it necessary to mobilize the country for war with Russia if the conflict in Ukraine worsens, writes the Daily Mail. Readers were not happy about this prospect. They are sure that Britain needs to be saved from its own politicians, not from Putin.