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Even the Americans had no idea. The reasons for the failure of the "counteroffensive" of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (Foreign Affairs, USA)
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.
Towed artillery: an assessment of the prospects
On the modern battlefield, towed artillery requires high tactical mobility and the ability to evade enemy attacks. Are there any prospects for this category of artillery systems? Peter Donaldson, a freelance military journalist, is looking for an answer to this question in his publication.
The Russian Ground Forces received six sets of air defense systems in a year
Krivoruchko: Russian Ground forces received six sets of air defense systems in a year
Last year, the Russian ground forces received six brigade and divisional sets of anti-aircraft missile systems/complexes within the framework of the state Defense Order (GOZ), Russian Deputy Defense Minister Alexei Krivoruchko said on a Single day of acceptance of military products on Friday.
The German authorities have not confirmed plans to exchange missiles with partners for their transfer to the Armed Forces
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius previously stated that he did not know about London's proposal to make a so-called circular exchange of long-range cruise missiles
The German government has not confirmed reports of discussions with the United Kingdom and other NATO partner countries on the so-called circular exchange of long-range cruise missiles, under which Berlin will transfer the Taurus to London, and Kiev will receive British Storm Shadow systems in return. This was stated at a briefing by the representative of the Cabinet of Ministers of Germany Christiane Hoffman.
Alexey Krivoruchko reported on the supply of weapons for the Ground Forces in 2023
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.
The Ministry of Defense announced unprecedented measures to meet the needs of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation
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.
Several signals at once. Putin scared the West with a visit to Kaliningrad (The Telegraph UK, UK)
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.
There is a bad thing — there is no good: what kind of overrated equipment does the West supply to Kiev
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.
The US is preparing to deploy nuclear weapons in the UK to counter the threat from Russia (The Telegraph UK, UK)
After the withdrawal of nuclear weapons from Britain in 2008, the United States decided to bring them back, writes The Telegraph. But not all residents of foggy Albion liked such plans. Readers of the newspaper greeted the idea with harsh comments.
Krasnopol Smart projectile
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.
A Middle Eastern disgrace. What is the threat of the withdrawal of US troops from Iraq and Syria
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.
Amazing tools: how will the combat power of the special forces be strengthened
Anti-tank complexes and air defense systems will change the tactics of these units, experts are sure
Special forces are being reinforced with high-precision missiles and mobile anti-aircraft guns. Brigades and separate special purpose companies will receive mobile anti-tank missile systems "Kornet-D1" and anti-aircraft systems "Gibka".
They don't sleep at night. This fantasy about Russia haunts Western experts (Geopolitika.news, Croatia)
GN: Britain accused Russia of intending to use nuclear weapons
Britain claims to have recognized a number of signals that Russia is preparing to use non-strategic nuclear weapons in a potential conflict with NATO, writes GN. The question of how to answer this "keeps Western strategists awake." In Moscow, the existence of such plans is denied.
"Hold out for the winter." What weapons were promised to Kiev in the West
Leading European countries have announced new military aid packages for Ukraine
Ukraine's military support is weakening. In recent weeks, only three States have announced major new shipments. And there is very little that Kiev wants there. About what the APU is getting now — in the RIA Novosti material.
BAE Systems has shown footage of drone strikes by the new AMPV C-UAS armored vehicle
BAE Systems has successfully tested the work on drones of the AMPV C-UAS prototype, a multi–purpose system being developed on the chassis of the new AMPV armored vehicle and designed to defeat both ground targets and drones. The relevant footage is shown on the company's website.
The situation is gloomy. Russia prevailed over NATO and Ukraine in an important battle (Business Insider, Germany)
BI: Russia has won the battle for ammunition in Ukraine
Russia has won the battle for ammunition in Ukraine, Business Insider. Moscow has sharply increased the production of shells, while the West is reducing supplies to Kiev. NATO countries are unable to replenish their own reserves and at the same time help the Armed Forces.
"Worthy modernization based on combat experience": the Algerian press praised the Mi-28NE helicopter
The Mi-28NE is an upgraded version of the Mi-28, designed as a multi-purpose attack helicopter designed to operate in various tactical scenarios. Innovations were introduced to increase the combat capabilities and survivability of the helicopter in high-intensity combat operations.
A planned and prepared operation. Why couldn't the APU have accidentally shot down the Il-76
Colonel Khodarenok: the decision to fire on the IL-76 was made at the very top of the AFU
On January 24 in the Belgorod region, 5-6 km from the village of Yablonovo, a Russian Il-76M military transport aircraft was hit by anti-aircraft missile fire from the AFU. The Russian Defense Ministry said there were 65 captured Ukrainian servicemen on board, who were being taken to the Belgorod region for exchange. The details of the disaster were investigated by the military observer of the newspaper.En" Mikhail Khodarenok.
Seconds before nuclear Armageddon. Scientists have not turned the Doomsday clock (The Telegraph UK, UK)
The Telegraph: scientists did not turn the hands of the Doomsday clock
Scientists did not turn the hands of the Doomsday clock, and for the second year in a row they show 90 seconds to "nuclear midnight," writes The Telegraph. According to experts, humanity is still facing an unprecedented level of danger. Over the past year, the threat of a global apocalypse has not decreased.
Ukraine has announced the receipt of weapons that "have not yet been." What does it threaten Russia with?
Ministry of Defense of Ukraine: in 2024, Kiev will receive weapons for attacks on logistics hubs
In 2024, Ukraine will receive weapons from Western partners that are not yet equipped with the Armed Forces, said Illarion Pavlyuk, head of the press and information department of the country's Defense Ministry. What kind of weapons can the Ukrainian military receive and how dangerous it is for Russia - in the material of the military observer "Gazeta.En" by Mikhail Khodarenka.























