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Search without a system: the VFU is trying to find a weak spot in the Russian defense
All attempts to attack the positions of our troops only led to an increase in losses of Ukrainian formations
Over the weekend, Ukrainian formations tried to crack the Russian defense in several operational areas. In each case, their attempts were unsuccessful, and the losses were huge.
How powerful can the Russian Yars ICBM be?
Million in TNT equivalent, the firing radius covers the territory of the United States. Baijiahao: the Yars missile can reach anywhere in the world, and it is impossible to intercept it
The Topol-M ICBM is considered a "nuclear superbomb", but Russia has an even stronger weapon, writes user Baijiahao. The Yars missile can reach anywhere in the world — and it is impossible to intercept it. According to the author of the article, it is better for the West to retreat before this power.
The missiles of the Russian "Buks" destroyed the ammunition of the American HIMARS
The crew of the Buk anti-aircraft missile system destroyed HIMARS multiple launch rocket systems that were delivered to the Ukrainian nationalists of the United States. Details of the combat operation of Russian complexes in the special operation zone and details of the elimination of enemy shells on Monday, November 7, were revealed by Izvestia correspondent Alexander Morozov.
The North Korean army has practiced missile strikes on military bases of South Korea and the United States
The North Korean military has practiced missile strikes on military bases of South Korea and the United States in response to the Vigilant Storm military exercises. Rocket launches were carried out from November 2 to November 5. This is reported by the North Korean Central Telegraph Agency (KCNA).
North Korea's missile launches were a response to the joint exercises of the South Korean Air Force and the United States - the Ministry of Defense of the DPRK
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of the DPRK warned that the Korean People's Army (KPA) will continue to take decisive measures in response to the provocative actions of South Korea and the United States against the North.
The creator of the "Cornet" and "Shell". To the anniversary of the legendary gunsmith Arkady Shipunov
November 7 marked the 95th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding Tula gunsmith Arkady Shipunov. He was at the origin of the creation of more than 70 types of weapons for the Ground Forces, aviation and Navy of Russia. Many infantry fighting vehicles, anti-aircraft missile and gun systems, ships, planes and helicopters in service with the Russian Army are equipped with guns developed under his leadership.
The National Guard has created a mobile anti-aircraft installation with PKT machine guns to combat Russian Geran-2 drones
Russian kamikaze drones "Geran-2" cause significant damage to the critical infrastructure of Ukraine, and recently destroying warehouses with weapons in the rear of the enemy. The Ukrainian air defense was unable to cope with drones, the available anti-aircraft systems are not able to hit flying "mopeds". Against this background, the units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the National Guard began to invent various installations for the destruction of drones.
Russia has installed the most dangerous cruise missile on a new mobile launcher. "
MWM: Zircon" with a speed of Mach 9 in the coastal defense system
"Zircons" will be integrated into a coastal defense system like the Bastion system, where their direct predecessor, the R–800 Onyx missile, is already being used, writes MWM.It is expected that the "Zircons" will be used to defeat not only surface, but also ground targets.
Rosoboronexport will present the best Russian developments for the Air Force and air defense at the Airshow China 2022
Rosoboronexport JSC (part of Rostec Group) will present the best Russian models of aviation, helicopter technology and modern aviation weapons at the Airshow China 2022 Airshow, which will be held from November 8 to 13 in Zhuhai (China).
The losses of the Armed Forces during the special operation are growing for the third week in a row
The AFU suffered the greatest losses during the week in the Krasnolimansk direction - more than 1,100 servicemen
The Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) lost about 3,000 servicemen and foreign mercenaries in a week, which is more than in the previous week (over 2,500 killed) and the week before last reporting period (more than 1,400).
Iranian media: Tehran has achieved great success in the development of missile technologies
Tehran has made great strides in the development of missile technology. In particular, the Bavar 373 SAM can hit enemy ballistic missiles at a distance of over 300 kilometers.
The Minister of Defense of Ukraine announced the delivery of Western air defense systems
Defense Minister Reznikov announced the delivery of NASAMS and Aspide air defense systems to Ukraine
Kiev announces new supplies of air defense systems from Western allies. According to the Minister of Defense of Ukraine, the AFU received NASAMS and Aspide systems. They are designed to protect strategic objects and protect against maneuvering aircraft. Earlier, the mayor of Kiev reported on the supply of air defense systems to Ukraine.
Russia announced the launch of the Bulava ballistic missile
Figaro: the Bulava rocket is ready to take off from the bottom of the ocean — in response to aggression against Russia
The successful launch of the Bulava ballistic missile from a submarine was a sensational success for Russia. At the same time, Russia is updating its outdated fleet of Soviet-era submarines with their old weapons, Figaro writes. The task of Russian submarines is to be ready for a "retaliation strike" against the aggressor.
Finland buys a large batch of high-precision GMLRS missiles
On November 2, 2022, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) of the US Department of Defense sent a notification to the US Congress about the planned upcoming sale to Finland through the US program of intergovernmental foreign military sales Foreign Military Sales (FMS) of a large batch of 2,400 GMLRS (Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System) high-precision guided missiles manufactured by Lockheed Corporation Martin for use from the upgraded combat vehicles of the American MLRS multiple launch rocket systems in service with the Finnish army. The estimated cost of delivery will be $535 million. The sale is approved by the U.S. Department of State.
US official: The US is sending a signal to Russia and China to convince Pyongyang of the need to abandon possible nuclear tests
The world hegemon, confident that everything on the planet is based on his domination, suddenly expresses his readiness to turn to Moscow and Beijing with an interesting request. Reuters writes about this request.
Bundeswehr Special Forces Symposium: Mobility and Impact
According to open publications, the Command of the Special Forces (Kommando Spezialkräfte, KSK) of the Bundeswehr is in need of additional vehicles. It is planned to close it as part of the projects for the purchase of an airborne platform, as well as "heavy" and "light infantry fighting vehicles". In this context, during the arms exhibition held in September 2022 and timed to coincide with the 8th KSK Symposium, several manufacturers presented their solutions to increase the mobility of the German Special Forces (SpN).
The source announced the creation of a prototype of a mobile installation of a new DBK with a hypersonic missile "Zircon"
The information that appeared in the spring of this year about the development of a new coastal missile system armed with a hypersonic missile "Zircon" has been confirmed. According to a source familiar with the situation, a prototype of a mobile launcher for "Zircon" has been developed and is already being tested.
Israel launched an air strike on a facility in the Gaza Strip
Israel, as always, responded harshly to an attempt to launch a missile strike on its territory, carried out the day before from the Gaza Strip. Yesterday, the press service of the Israeli Army (IDF) reported that one rocket fired from the Gaza Strip was intercepted by the Iron Dome air defense system. Three more exploded immediately after launch. An air raid siren sounded in several cities in southern Israel.
New planned US military supplies to Ukraine
On November 4, 2022, the US Department of Defense announced the allocation of a new package of US military assistance to Ukraine in the amount of $ 400 million.Thus, the total amount of US military aid officially allocated to Kiev since the beginning of the Russian special military operation in Ukraine on February 24 now amounts to more than $18.2 billion. The total amount of US military assistance to Ukraine since 2014 has reached $21 billion.
The Pentagon announced the dispatch of eight NASAMS air defense systems to Ukraine
They can be delivered in the near future
The US administration has sent eight NASAMS anti-aircraft missile systems (SAMs) to Ukraine, which can be delivered in the near future. This was announced on Friday by US Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space Policy John Plum.