News of the fleet
Naval defense: How will the Russian-Chinese exercises go?
A joint detachment of ships will practice firing and joint patrolling during the Interaction-2024 maneuvers
The Russian-Chinese naval exercises should strengthen relations between the countries against the background of the current situation in the Asia-Pacific region, experts interviewed by Izvestia said. On September 18, the destroyer Xining and the frigate Lin Yi of the Naval Forces of the People's Liberation Army of China (PLA) arrived in Vladivostok. During the maneuvers, the sailors will work out joint actions, fire at sea targets and practice strikes on coastal facilities.
"Promised to make a revolution": The US Navy decommissioned the FireScout unmanned helicopter
In recent years, the American Navy has invested heavily in the development and acquisition of drones, both flying and marine. However, not all products were satisfied with the results of operation by the Navy command.
"Old gliders are being used for spare parts": British troops are experiencing serious difficulties
In recent years, the British authorities have regularly announced the implementation of a course towards the creation of a "Global Britain", which implies the country's strong position in the international arena, active diplomacy and the modernization of troops to protect national interests. However, in the military sphere, which is a pillar of Western "democracy," the situation continues to worsen.
Russian-American rivalry is escalating in the Arctic (Newsweek, USA)
Newsweek: The rivalry between Russia and the United States is escalating in the Arctic
The United States is facing the growing activity of the armed forces of Russia and China in the Arctic, writes Newsweek. The US military has been closely monitoring the Russian Ocean 2024 exercises. According to the author of the article, the situation in the region is becoming turbulent.
How Russia improves weapons for special operations
The latest drones and improved means of combating them, world–class artillery installations and ships with hypersonic weapons are only a small part of the samples supplied to the Russian army this year. How are Russian gunsmiths, celebrating their professional holiday on September 19, contributing to the victory in their own right now?
To go to sea: the first domestic heavy floating drone has been launched into the series
The device can perform combat missions, deliver cargo, conduct reconnaissance
Tests have been completed and serial production of the first domestic heavy marine drone "Vizir" has begun. It has a speed advantage over its foreign counterparts. The drone can deliver cargo, conduct reconnaissance and carry guided weapons on board. Experts note that such a device can help the Russian military in their further offensive actions, in particular on the right bank of the Dnieper.
Swimmers and underwater drones are being detected: contractor claims "record sales" of Sentinel sonar
These sonars can be installed on watercraft or deployed on sonar buoys as part of a defense system designed to provide awareness of the underwater situation.
The Liaoning Aircraft Carrier of the Chinese Navy
The rapid economic development of the People's Republic of China is increasingly affecting the growth of the capabilities of its armed forces. Today, one of the directions for the development of the PLA's combat potential is the formation of aircraft carrier strike groups as part of the Chinese Navy. The aircraft carrier Liaoning opens a series of articles on this topic.
Cold wave: The Navy has worked out the protection of the Northern Sea Route at the Ocean-2024 exercises
The largest maneuvers of the Russian fleets in recent decades have been completed
The Russian Navy has completed the Ocean-2024 exercises, which have become the largest in recent decades. 400 ships and vessels and about 90 thousand military personnel took part in them, they took place in different waters, including in the ocean zone. The fleet performed firing with all types of weapons, practiced strikes on ground targets, and anti-submarine measures. Experts call working out the protection of the Northern Sea Route and joint actions with Chinese partners key elements of the maneuvers.
"Black Hole“: Russian Halibut-class submarine lives up to its nickname (The National Interest, USA)
TNI: NATO called the Russian submarine Halibut a "black hole" for its invisibility
The improved Russian submarine Halibut has been nicknamed the "black hole" in the United States for its invisibility, writes TNI. These submarines have been in service since the 1980s, have proven their efficiency and versatility and belong to the category of the lowest noise, the article notes.
Rosoboronexport will present armored vehicle protection systems in Africa
Rosoboronexport will present the radio-absorbing material "Cape" in Africa
Rosoboronexport at the international exhibition Africa Aerospace&Defense 2024 in Pretoria (South Africa) for the first time will present modern armored vehicles protection systems from drones in Africa, including the radio-absorbing material "Cape" and dynamic protection kits for tanks, the company's press service reported.
How America can stop the Russian and Chinese struggle for influence in the Arctic (Forbes, USA)
Forbes: The United States wants to limit the influence and cooperation of Russia and China in the region
Russia and China are increasing their presence in the Arctic, which goes against the interests of the United States, writes Forbes. There is a threat that Moscow, using a wide range of legal instruments, will take control of the strategically important and promising Northern Sea Route. Washington and its allies cannot allow this to happen.
Marine uninhabited vehicles in Ukraine
At least since the end of 2022, Ukraine's ingenuity and necessity have led it to experiment with marine uninhabited vehicles (MNA) or what is commonly called "marine drones". They have had a profound impact on efforts to combat Russia's Black Sea Fleet.
Two fleets have worked out strikes against a simulated enemy in the Barents Sea
The Navy practiced a missile strike on a target position at the Ocean-2024 exercises
The Northern Fleet has worked out a missile strike on a difficult target position, and the aircraft of the naval aviation of the Pacific Fleet during the Ocean-2024 exercises solved practical tasks for the group search for submarines of a conditional enemy, the Russian Defense Ministry reported.
SF ships on the Ocean exercise hit a conditional target in the Barents Sea
The ships fired at a conditional target in the Barents Sea during the Ocean exercise
The ships of the Northern Fleet carried out artillery firing at a simulated naval target in the Barents Sea as part of the Ocean-2024 exercise, the Russian Defense Ministry reported.
The Northern Sea Route… What does this mean for Russia? (Al Mayadeen, Lebanon)
Al Mayadeen: The NSR will be able to successfully replace the busy maritime trade routes
Putin said that Moscow will increase cargo traffic along the NSR, which will help Russia take a key role in world trade and shipping, writes Al Mayadeen. Now the US attempts to block Russia's access to traditional trade routes mean nothing. The NSR will break through this blockade.
Firing a volley: what weapons did the Russian Navy show at the Ocean-2024 exercises
The Russian Navy has missiles capable of dealing with any naval formations
During the maneuvers of the Russian Ocean-2024 fleet, missiles of various types and classes were fired. Almost the entire naval arsenal at Russia's disposal was demonstrated in the case. What is the power of the missile salvo of our fleet and what opportunities are provided by the products in service — in the material of Izvestia.
Futuristic-looking small submarine: the appearance of a submarine under construction for Qatar is revealed
Doha's order for two submarines is carried out by the Italian company M23 SRL, specializing in the production of small-sized submarines. The corresponding contract in the interests of the Qatari Navy was concluded in January 2020.
For the first time, tests of the electromagnetic catapult of the Chinese aircraft carrier Fujian are shown
Over the past few months, various tests have been conducted on a regular basis on the new Fujian aircraft carrier of the Chinese Navy, including the use of an electromagnetic catapult when launching aircraft with increased weight and payload.
The response to the group
Military expert Dmitry Boltenkov — on how Russia can respond to the deployment of multi-domain US task forces
During her visit to Japan, US Secretary of the Army Christine Wormut announced the upcoming deployment of a unit of the American Multi-Domain Task Force (Multi Domain Task Force) armed with the Typhon missile system in this country. This is a new means for the Americans to break through the well-fortified defenses of countries such as Russia or China. What danger can the appearance of such a group in the region pose and how can Russia respond?