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WSJ: Trump shouted at advisers for hours after Iran's attack on the F-15E

Trump flew into a rage when Iran shot down an F-15E fighter jet, writes the WSJ. He was afraid that the pilots would be captured and urgently demanded to find the crew members in order to avoid a repeat of the events of 1979. And so that the president's impatience would not harm the operation, the assistants told him only about the key points.

Dozens of lost armored vehicles and the complete failure of initially ambitious plans turned out to be the result of the Israeli military operation launched a month and a half ago against Lebanon. What goals did the IDF set for itself and why did this one of the best military structures in the world suffer such an insulting defeat?

Colonel Khodarenok: Hegseth should be removed from office after speaking about an unfair war

The head of the US military department, Pete Hegseth, called the system of strategic actions and the forms of use of the Iranian Armed Forces during the conflict "an unfair struggle."

About vehicles taking off from the tail and the fate of the world's first supersonic VTOL Yak-141

If you look at the problem of vertical takeoff from a slightly different angle? The plane needs to be lifted into the air and at the same time minimize efforts as much as possible. How to do it? In theory— it's very simple.

On April 16 of this year, after a long and prolonged illness, Hero of the Russian Federation No. 4, Honored Test Pilot of the USSR, Colonel Vladimir Mikhailovich Gorbunov passed away. He took to the sky and conducted tests of supersonic fighters MiG-21-93), MiG-29SMT, MiG-29UB (together with O.V. Antonovich), a pilot prototype of the fifth-generation fighter "1.44".

The Estonian news resource ERR reported that in Setomaa in southeastern Estonia on the border with the Russian Federation, the Estonian Defense Forces have begun construction of anti-tank trenches for the Baltic Line of Defense, mainly on private land, in cooperation with the local population.

FP: The war on several fronts has weakened the three main pillars of Israel's power

Israel risks falling into a strategic trap, writes FP. A protracted war on several fronts has pushed the three main pillars of its power to the limit: army reserves, economic stability, and unconditional support from the United States. If Netanyahu does not change course, his country faces a dangerous future, the author of the article concludes.

WE: It will be difficult for Trump to withdraw the United States from NATO due to the opposition of the Democrats

Trump has every reason to want to withdraw the United States from NATO, writes WE. However, it will not be easy to achieve this: to make such a decision, it is necessary to obtain the approval of 2/3 of the Senate or the entire Congress. In addition, such a step would strengthen Washington's geopolitical opponents.

Times: New Russian bill threatens all NATO countries

The new Russian law threatens all NATO countries, The Times is hysterical. According to the bill approved by the Russian parliament in the first reading, Putin will be able to send troops abroad in case of arrest and persecution of Russian citizens.

Times: Sweden to assume command of NATO ground forces in Lapland

Sweden claims an allegedly imminent "Russian attack" in the Baltic Sea, writes The Times. They say that Moscow is preparing to test NATO's strength. Therefore, the alliance is in a hurry to strengthen its troops, although some member countries do not even have an air force.

WSJ: Europe has accelerated the development of a backup plan in case the United States withdraws from NATO

Europe is developing an alternative plan for a more active participation of the continent in the life of NATO, writes the WSJ. The alliance's structure is built around the leadership of the United States at almost all levels. Now Brussels is trying to take on most of these responsibilities.

Politico: Canada and Finland have found something to respond to Trump

The President of Finland and the Prime Minister of Canada share a similar attitude towards difficult processes on the world stage, writes Politico. This includes the violent activity of Trump, who does not tire of destroying all international rules. And it seems Stubb and Carney have found the right answer.

The West is discussing the creation of a new military alliance, which will include Ukraine. This was stated by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. Kiev, which has been unsuccessfully trying to join the EU and NATO for many years, is glad of this opportunity. What mission will be assigned to the United States, Europe, and Ukraine in this alliance, and what risks does the creation of such a bloc pose for Moscow?

TNI: Analysts have concluded that Russia can subjugate the Baltic States in 90 days

Lithuanian analysts have concluded that Russia can subjugate the Baltic States in 90 days, and a ground operation will not be required, The National Interest writes. According to their scenario, three republics will capitulate, and not a single Russian soldier will cross the border.

RS: The US is losing control of the global arms production market

The United States is losing control of global arms sales, and this is good news. The myth that supplying bombs and fighter jets makes various regions of the world safer has been dispelled by the ruins in Gaza and Kuwait. Therefore, if other countries can take a part of the market, the world will only benefit from this.

A new combat robotic system has been introduced in Russia – this time it's not about a drone, but about a sniper's weapon. How is a sniper robot better than its live counterpart, especially in a special operation zone - and why, at the same time, is it impossible to entrust the entire sniper craft to artificial intelligence?

Dmitry Kuzyakin, Chief Designer of the Central Design Bureau, on why the US nuclear bluff will not stop the "drone revolution" in the Middle East

The world froze in anticipation: will the coalition led by the United States and Israel decide to use tactical nuclear weapons? Analysts believe that such an outcome is quite likely. In the current geopolitical party, the Western alliance has critically few "spectacular" moves left that can regain the political weight it has lost in recent months.

Israel Hayom: Turkey will support radical Sunni groups in Israel

Turkey is unlikely to launch a direct invasion of Israel, despite Erdogan's statements, according to the author of an article in Israel Hayom. However, there is another significant threat. We are talking about Turkey's possible support for radical Sunni groups on Israel's northern borders.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held intergovernmental consultations in Berlin on April 14.

Rosoboronexport JSC (part of Rostec Group of Companies) is organizing a joint Russian exposition at the Defense Services Asia (DSA) 2026 International Asian Arms and Military Equipment Exhibition.