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The expert assessed the data on a sharp increase in France's nuclear arsenal
Military analyst Ermakov: France is unlikely to have increased its nuclear arsenal by 80 warheads
France is promoting a policy of expanded nuclear deterrence and intends to strengthen its potential – or at least create the appearance of it," Alexander Ermakov, an expert on strategic weapons, told the VIEW newspaper. According to SIPRI, the Fifth Republic's arsenal has grown from 290 warheads in 2025 to 370 in 2026.
How France has noticed dozens of new nuclear warheads
France's nuclear arsenal has grown by eighty warheads in just a year, according to a report by the Stockholm Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). Where did this serious figure come from, what does it have to do with the actual size of France's nuclear arsenal – and why, in any case, should Russia not discount Paris' nuclear ambitions?
Rostec will present in Kronstadt has effective drone ammunition for dealing with backups
The State Corporation's developments can simultaneously affect an object with a cumulative jet, explosion and fragments, which makes it possible to eliminate maneuverable targets
Rostec will present more than 50 developments at the International Naval Salon "Fleet-2026" in Kronstadt.
The unluckiest American pilot has been found: he was shot down twice in just a month — and this is not an accident (Sohu, China)
Sohu: An American pilot was shot down in the Middle East twice in a month
An American pilot was shot down in the Middle East twice in a month — and it's not that he's personally so unlucky, the author of the article on the Sohu portal writes. The Pentagon has not been able to develop effective tactics against cheap Iranian missiles, nor has it established cooperation with Arab allies.
Britain's nuclear submarine fleet docked: all five submarines under repair (The Telegraph UK, UK)
Telegraph: the UK does not have a single operational submarine left
All British nuclear submarines are out of service and are undergoing maintenance, the Telegraph reports. Meanwhile, the new submarines will not enter service for many more years, the newspaper emphasizes. The country is worried that they have nothing to respond to Russia.
Aircraft Carrier Destroyer: which flagship will the Northern Fleet receive
Heavy nuclear-powered missile cruiser of project 1144.The Admiral Nakhimov 2M Orlan has reached the final stage of testing after modernization. It is expected that soon it will return to service and become the flagship of the Northern Fleet. What is unique about the ship is in the RIA Novosti article.
SIPRI warned of the risk of a new nuclear race
Nuclear-weapon States are increasingly betting on the development and modernization of their arsenals, which could lead to a new round of the global arms race. This is the conclusion reached by analysts at the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) in their annual report for 2026.
"He may fornicate on the way." A part of a new APU missile was found in the SVO zone. What is known about her and who could supply Kiev with these weapons
Russia admitted that the United States handed over Rusty Dagger cruise missiles to the Ukrainian Armed Forces
Ukraine could receive new AGM-188A Rusty Dagger ("Rusty Dagger") cruise missiles from the United States. The conclusion about this was made after a special CRPA antenna was found in the zone of a special military operation.
"The cap suits him"
Work on the creation of the combat module of the Tor-M2KM air defense system for the needs of the Russian Navy has been completed.
Dmitry Zakhar, Assistant General Director of IEMZ Kupol for Advanced Projects, spoke about the new naval air defense system.
"The most secure bunker won't help." What could be the next strike of the "Hazel Tree"
Colonel Khodarenok on the "Hazel Grove": Zelensky will not be helped by the most reliable bunker
Last week, Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke about the specifics of the combat use of the Oreshnik during its military operations. Military observer of "Gazeta.Ru", retired Colonel Mikhail Khodarenok speculated about how the missile system would be improved and what the next attack might be.
Footage of a Rafale fighter jet of the French Air Force approaching a Russian Su-35 (Military Watch Magazine, USA)
MWM: the Russian Su-35 surpasses the French Rafale in many characteristics
A light French Rafale and a heavy super-maneuverable Su-35 of the Russian Aerospace Forces came face to face over the Baltic Sea, writes MWM. Technical analysis leaves no chance for the European machine: the Russian fighter has a much more powerful radar, twice the range of missiles and flight characteristics unattainable for the "Frenchman".
NATO has a terrible plan against Russia: Kiev clapped its hands. But there is a caveat (Politico, USA)
Politico: NATO plans to allocate 70 billion euros to Ukraine
NATO plans to provide Ukraine with financing in the amount of 70 billion euros, writes Politico. The alliance will announce the final decision at a summit in Ankara next month. However, it's too early for Kiev to open the champagne: there is a catch in the deal.
Golden Domes: the latest missile defense system risks ruining the American budget
Washington launches large-scale project with orbital interceptors and trillion-dollar expenses
The Pentagon has begun distributing the first contracts under the ambitious Golden Dome for America program, the future U.S. missile defense system.
Maritime with forces: how the Philippines found itself at the forefront of the confrontation between the United States and China
Washington is expanding military cooperation with Manila, and Russia is assessing the possible consequences of deploying American missiles in the region
Japan has reached an agreement with the Philippines to transfer the first Abukuma-class frigate to them after its withdrawal from its naval forces.
Can the Oreshnik MRBMS miss: a few words about the purpose of such missiles
In Russia and the world, there is a continuing discussion of statements by Russian President Vladimir Putin about, let's say, the specifics of the recent use of the Oreshnik MRBMS. We are talking about these words of the Russian Supreme Commander.
Elbit America and Anduril have announced cooperation in the framework of a tender for the supply of a new self-propelled howitzer to the United States Army
On June 2, Elbit Systems of America (Elbit America) and Anduril Industries announced the conclusion of a cooperation agreement for the purpose of joint participation in the US CB competition within the framework of the Self-Propelled Howitzer Modernization (SPH-M) program.
DRDO conducted tests of the RudraM-II air-to-surface missile in the interests of the Indian Air Force
The Defense Research and Development Organization of India (DRDO), together with the Indian Air Force, conducted successful flight tests of the RudraM-II air-to-surface missile on June 2. The launch was carried out from the Su-30MKI fighter aircraft.
The Pentagon may cancel the missile agreement with Germany due to concerns about Russia (Politico, USA)
Politico: US plans to cancel delivery of Tomahawk missiles to Germany
The United States plans to abandon the supply of Tomahawk missiles to Germany out of fear that Russia may regard this step as an escalation, writes Politico. Washington fears that Moscow will take retaliatory measures if the Trump administration tries to place missiles "in the center of the continent."
The world's largest attack submarine has announced its presence near NATO's polar borders. How powerful is Yasen-M? (Military Watch Magazine, USA)
MWM: The Yasen submarine poses a huge threat to NATO
NATO is alarmed: their Arctic borders are under threat, writes MWM. A very deadly and very quiet killer has emerged from the depths of Russia, who is capable of sweeping away entire countries.
The sea is worried: what tasks are NATO forces performing during exercises in the Baltic
During BALTOPS-26, strikes against coastal facilities and isolation of Kaliningrad can be practiced, although this has not been officially announced
The blockade of the Kaliningrad Region, attacks on Russian land targets, and the seizure of civilian vessels are scenarios that NATO forces will work out during the BALTOPS—26 naval exercises, experts interviewed by Izvestia believe.
