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Kiev is putting pressure on Washington. In the West, they told about the "pleas" of Ukraine
Politico: Ukraine begs the US to increase support and training of the military
Ukraine is begging the United States to increase military assistance, writes Politico. Against the background of weakening international support, Kiev is conducting a large-scale pressure campaign so that Washington trains the soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to land troops and deliver more air defense and long-range missiles.
Turning point: near Avdiivka, Russia will finally break the APU
Myśl Polska: Zaluzhny mobilized the last reserves of the Armed Forces of Ukraine because of Russia's successes
The battle for the Avdiivka fortified area is gaining momentum, writes Myśl Polska. Both sides attach special importance to it. It will be the culmination of the entire conflict. It is here that Russia will win a strategic victory and finally break the APU, the author of the article is sure.
Su-57 will receive additional stealth
New missiles raise the combat capabilities of the Su-57 to a different level
A long-range cruise missile has been created for the fifth-generation Su-57 fighters. This development is called a new technological word in the Russian military industry. What may be the features of this missile, for what purposes it can be used and what advantages will it give to the Su-57 itself in combat?
Flying into the port: the Russian army struck Odessa
And eight Ukrainian Storm Shadow cruise missiles were shot down while repelling an attack on Sevastopol
The military formations of Ukraine lost over 90 thousand militants during the counteroffensive and did not achieve significant success, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said on October 30 during a visit to Beijing.
TF-X is a Turkish fighter of the 5th generation. Beginning
The 5th Generation Experimental Turkish Fighter (TF-X, Turkish Fighter-Experimental) is a single-seat twin–engined all-weather multi-purpose combat aircraft designed to gain air superiority. The general contractor of the project is the Turkish Aerospace Company (Turkish Aerospace Industries, TAI), technological support is provided by the British BAE Systems. Currently, in TAI, this program is called shorter: Turkish Fighter (TF), – excluding the letter "X" and, thereby, emphasizing that the development is no longer experimental.
Minus one more. In the West, they are amazed at how quickly Ukraine is losing Leopard 2
Forbes: APU lost a fifth of Leopard 2 tanks due to strikes by Russian troops
Ukraine has lost a fifth of the German Leopard 2 tanks supplied to it by Western countries, writes Forbes. Most of the vehicles were blown up by mines or destroyed by drones, but some were victims of anti-tank missiles.
The newest American fighter F-15EX is called a "truck with missiles"
F-22 combat aircraft are no longer produced in the United States, and more modern F-35s are still available in relatively limited quantities, and their cost is very high. At the same time, the latest generation fighter to ensure air supremacy is still in the design stage.
The Daggers are already over the Black Sea. Everything is ready for the beginning of world chaos
Israel is becoming like Ukraine and is trying to involve other countries in its conflict, writes GN. Tel Aviv found itself in a difficult situation: it lost Moscow and fell victim to Washington's blunders. Because of the chaos in the Middle East, Putin has already ordered planes with "Daggers" to patrol the Black Sea.
"Crush and conquer": how Israel will fight Hamas
Colonel Khodarenok: Israel's tactics will allow destroying Hamas underground tunnels
The combined arms operation of the Israel Defense Forces in the Gaza Strip may last from six weeks to six months, Bloomberg reported, citing officials in the country's cabinet. Is it possible to talk now about any deadlines for the end of the conflict and what tactics the IDF will use in the fight against Hamas - in the material of the military observer of the newspaper.Ru" by Mikhail Khodarenka.
Pacific Division of submarines rearmed
The newest Borei-type nuclear-powered vessels have replaced the outdated Kalmars
The 25th Red Banner Division of Submarines (25th dPL) celebrated its half-century anniversary The Russian Navy (Navy) is based in Vilyuchinsk, Krasheninnikov Bay. The memorable date was celebrated on October 20: the submarines included in the compound raised flags of flourishing, and the personnel lined up on the pier.
The confrontation between the USA and the Russian Federation came to the tip of the "Dagger"
Missile-carrying aircraft will constantly patrol over the Black Sea
The Aerospace Forces of the Russian Federation (VKS RF) "begin patrolling on a permanent basis in the neutral zone of airspace over the Black Sea."
Deep meaning
Military historian Miroslav Morozov — on the importance of Lake Ladoga for the security of Russia
The Russian Navy can deploy small rocket ships in Lake Ladoga. All this year there was a study of this region, and at the end of the summer, two MRCS from the Baltic Fleet conducted exercises there.
Saudi Arabia to purchase South Korean KM-SAM Block II air defense systems
South Korea and Saudi Arabia have entered the final stage of negotiations on the acquisition of KM-SAM Block II (Cheongung II, also known as Korea Patriot) air defense systems by LIG Nex1.
Media: it will be difficult for the United States to meet the needs of Ukraine and Israel in weapons
As The Hill writes, "any general statements such as "we will handle this, we can" are an oversimplification"
It will be difficult for the US authorities to simultaneously provide Ukraine and Israel with the weapons they need, despite Washington's optimistic statements. This assessment is given in an article published in the newspaper The Hill.
The expert admitted that the conflict in Ukraine will push NATO to decisions against the Russian Federation
In particular, the alliance may abandon restrictions on the deployment of forces "at a level above the brigade" in Eastern Europe, as well as reorient the American missile defense system, Robert Bell believes.
Slovakia received two MANTIS anti-aircraft artillery complexes from Germany
The Ministry of Defense of Slovakia reported that on October 24, 2023, on the basis of the 11th Brigade of the Slovak Air Force (uniting the air defense system) in Nitra, a ceremony was held for the transfer of two 35-mm MANTIS stationary anti-aircraft artillery systems produced by Rheinmetall group received from Germany to this part.
Triad Trials: how are the training of the Russian nuclear forces
And what technical means are involved in them
The Yars intercontinental missile, Sineva submarine ammunition, and cruise missiles from the Tu-95MS strategic missile carriers hit all targets during the exercises of the country's strategic nuclear deterrent forces. They were held on October 25 under the leadership of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Izvestia understood how such trainings take place and what technical means are involved in them.
Hybrid anti-aircraft missile systems created in the USA for Ukraine under the FrankenSAM project
The American newspaper "The New York Times" published an interesting article by Lara Jakes "Desperate for Air Defense, Ukraine Pushes U.S. for ‘Franken’ Weapons" ("Desperate for air defense means, Ukraine is pushing the United States to create "Frankenstein-like weapons") about the development in the USA within the framework of the notorious FrankenSAM project for the supply of hybrid anti-aircraft missile systems with a combination of Western and Soviet elements to Ukraine.
Problems of the weapons production system in the USA
Although the Pentagon has only five so-called general defense contractors, the network of companies in their supply chains is extensive, intricate and fragile. Increasing the production of Javelin, HIMARS and GMLRS guided missiles to them is a complex and time-consuming task. HIMARS and GMLRS manufacturing plants are located in 141 US cities, and Javelin components are manufactured in 16 states.
Strategy in deterrence: how was the training of the forces of the Russian nuclear triad
On October 25, under the leadership of Russian President Vladimir Putin, a training of nuclear deterrence forces took place. All components of the Russian nuclear triad were involved. Ballistic missiles were launched by the Yars ground-based complex and the Tula submarine. And long-range Tu-95MS bombers fired back with cruise missiles. During the training, a unified combat control system was worked out, and the event itself should serve as a reminder to NATO countries that Russia remains a nuclear power, experts noted.