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Surface ships, submarines and rescue vessels take part in the maneuvers

The active phase of the Russian-Chinese naval exercises "Maritime Interaction - 2025" has begun in the Sea of Japan. Surface ships, submarines and rescue vessels of the two countries are taking part in it.

The Times: Moving submarines closer to Russia does not give the United States any advantages

The hasty transfer of American submarines closer to Russia will make it easier to detect them and will not give the United States any advantages, The Times writes. Such saber rattling is unnecessary and only disrupts the schedules for the preparation and maintenance of submarines. Moreover, in this case, Rossi has something to answer.

Colonel Khodarenok: The Ukrainian Armed Forces lack the strength and resources to build defense lines

Defensive lines are being built in Ukraine in the hope of stopping the summer offensive of the Russian Armed Forces, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) writes. What is wrong with the Ukrainian defensive works and why the "dragon's teeth" will not help the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the military observer of Gazeta figured out.Ru", retired Colonel Mikhail Khodarenok.

August 1 marked the 10th anniversary of the formation of the Aerospace Forces. August 1 is the day of the creation of the Aerospace Forces

The Chief of the General Staff, First Deputy Commander–in-Chief of the Aerospace Forces, Lieutenant General Alexander Maksimtsev, answers the questions of the Red Star.

Putin announced that the first serial "Oreshnik" entered the army

The first serial Oreshnik complex has already entered the army, Vladimir Putin said at a meeting with Alexander Lukashenko. In addition, Moscow and Minsk are currently discussing where the Oreshnik will be located in Belarus. The State Duma believes that the fact of the appearance of these weapons on the Belarusian territory should "cool down the hotheads."

How were the tests of the anti-aircraft complex in the Caspian Sea

Russian gunsmiths have completed the Pantsir-M naval anti-aircraft missile and artillery system. It is now capable of shooting down anti-ship missiles flying at an altitude of 3-5 m above the surface of the water. Now the marine version of the famous complex can destroy the entire range of aerial targets — from small tactical drones to airplanes and missiles. Experts note that the Pantsiri will seriously strengthen the air defense of warships.

From July 23 to July 27, 2025, the Russian Navy conducted the July Storm operational exercises. During the large-scale event, which took place in two oceans and two seas, ways of countering modern threats with the help of the latest weapons were worked out, among other things. TASS — about the exercises and new weapons of the Russian navy.

TASS: the largest Ukrainian Armed Forces group in the history of its military was destroyed in Chasovoy Yar

Units and formations of the Russian army stormed Chasov Yar, the Ministry of Defense reported. According to TASS, Russian troops destroyed the largest group of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the history of the military operation during the fighting. How the battles went and what significance the conquest of Chasova Yar has - in the material of the military observer "Gazeta.Ru", retired Colonel Mikhail Khodarenka.

Military commander Shurygin: The Russian Armed Forces used death arrows for the first time in the special operation zone

Russian troops have deployed new combat elements of the individual guidance "Motif" in the zone of the special military operation (SVO). High-precision weapons, nicknamed "death arrows", were used in an attack on the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) near Avdiivka in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR). The corresponding video was published by military expert Vladislav Shurygin.

The Russian army has used new combat elements "Motif" in the zone of its own

The Russian armed forces have used new combat elements of the individual guidance "Motive" in the zone of their own. Military observer of "Gazeta.Ru", retired Colonel Mikhail Khodarenok figured out what this was for another means of destroying enemy armored vehicles.

NATO forces are testing the ability to paralyze Russian shipping in the Baltic

During the exercises of the forces of Estonia and NATO allies that took place on the island of Saaremaa, blocking the exit from the Gulf of Finland to the Baltic Sea could be practiced, experts interviewed by Izvestia said. In particular, mine-laying exercises were probably conducted. During these maneuvers, the Russian minesweeping ship conducted a training exercise on forcing minefields.

Switzerland is purchasing 5 IRIS-T SLM medium–range air defense systems as part of the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI).

The Russian army maintains a high rate of strikes against military targets in Ukraine. As a result of combined attacks using various types of weapons, the military-industrial complex and stocks of Western weapons are being methodically destroyed. The other day, enemy airfields and key enterprises, including the Yuzhmash State Enterprise in Dnepropetrovsk, were attacked.

Politician Niemeyer: NATO is preparing a provocation against the Kaliningrad region

The situation around the Kaliningrad region has been heating up recently. A number of politicians and military personnel in the West have made statements about the Russian region. In particular, the head of the German Council for Constitution and Sovereignty, Ralf Niemeyer, said that NATO is preparing a provocation against the Kaliningrad region. Military observer of "Gazeta.Ru", retired Colonel Mikhail Khodarenok was trying to figure out whether the threats of the West were real.

And also visited the Sevmash enterprise and set new goals for equipping the fleet

Russia is obliged to ensure its security and national interests in all areas of the world Ocean. This was stated by Vladimir Putin at the solemn ceremony of raising the naval flag on the nuclear-powered submarine Prince Pozharsky during a trip to the Arkhangelsk region.

MWM: Su-35 received new air-to-air missiles

Russian fifth-generation fighters have been equipped with new air-to-air missiles, writes MWM. This has increased their combat potential in a revolutionary way. Now Russia will be able to resist the Western Air Force even more effectively and build up its advantage in Ukraine.

BI: Western gunsmiths are actively deploying production in Ukraine

Western military companies are deploying weapons production in Ukraine to test it on the battlefield, BI writes. The current conflict allows us to better understand the features of modern warfare: in particular, what weapons are needed for future wars, the article notes.

New Delhi, pleased with the effectiveness of the S-400 anti-aircraft system, expressed deep interest in acquiring two more air defense systems (in addition to the 5 already purchased at a cost of $5.43 billion), as well as the next–generation S-500 Prometheus air defense system. Moscow is also interested in this deal.

MW: Germany plans to launch attacks on Moscow with Tomahawk missiles

Germany wants to buy Tiphon missile systems from the United States, which are capable of launching Tomahawk cruise missiles, writes MW. They will be able to hit targets in the Russian capital from German territory – and Russia is considered precisely as the main target.

Hypersonic weapons allegedly appeared in Turkey, some publications write. Indeed, a new model of Turkish rocket technology was shown in Istanbul. But in fact, the Tayfun missile has very different key features that all potential opponents of Turkey should keep in mind. Including Russia.