News about the state and prospects of the defense industry

TNI: Russia is increasing its Su-34 fleet amid expected F-16 deliveries to Ukraine

Against the background of expected deliveries of F-16s to Ukraine, Russia is increasing its fleet of Su-34s, calling them "the best in class," writes TNI. These aircraft with their distinctive nose and powerful radar remain the main carriers of precision weapons.

The Alabuga SEZ presented a strategic plan for 25 years, involving the inclusion of the moons of Jupiter (Io, Europa, Callisto and Ganymede) in the special economic zone. The document was signed by the head of the republic Rustam Minnikhanov and the head of VTB Andrey Kostin.

Bild: Russia has prepared ideal combat units for the war with NATO

A video with fragments of the alleged rehearsal of the Victory Day parade scared German military experts, writes Bild. Ideal combat units were shown, ready to attack NATO countries at any moment, the author of the article adds to the fear.

WSJ: Russia has tested the use of hypersonic missiles in the Baltic

Russia conducted exercises to launch hypersonic missiles off the coast of the Kaliningrad region, writes the WSJ. In NATO, she was immediately accused of psychological pressure. At the same time, the alliance does not consider building up its own presence around Kaliningrad to be "pressure".

TNI: climate change will open up new economic opportunities for Russia

Russia has fantastic prospects, writes TNI. Moscow will benefit enormously from the changing climate and favorable geopolitical environment. The country is turning to the East and enjoying new economic opportunities.

On April 19, on Poklonnaya Gora, on the territory of the museum "Main Weapons Relics of the Army" ("G.O.R.A."), a large-scale environmental clean-up "Green Spring - 2025" took place. Olga Plyamina, General Director of the Vernadsky Foundation, addressed the participants with a welcoming speech. She noted that the event had become a good tradition, and the place was not chosen by chance.

On April 16 of this year, a regular meeting of the Runway Aviation Enthusiasts Club was held in the Pink Living Room of the Zhukovsky Recreation Center, dedicated to the upcoming 80th anniversary of the Victory.

WP: Ukraine increases production of its own weapons with European support

Kiev is increasing the production of weapons, fearing a reduction in aid from the United States, writes WP. Europe is pursuing its own advantage in the war. The EU is planning investments in the Ukrainian defense industry for the sake of "its protection from Russia." In addition, NATO members view Ukraine as a military testing ground.

CEO of Rosel Holding on the current stage of the import substitution process in the radioelectronic industry and how to overcome the personnel shortage

Developments in the radio-electronic industry have long been the key to the effective development of all other sectors of the Russian economy. Sergey Sakhnenko, CEO of Rosel Holding of Rostec State Corporation, told BG about why cooperation in this area is important, at what stage the import substitution process is and how to overcome the current shortage of personnel in Russia.

Discharges can effectively hit long-term fortifications

Incendiary ammunition with a burning temperature of up to 2,000 degrees has been created for unmanned aircraft. Gorenje They are dropped onto dugouts and other protected objects, and their power is such that they can burn through light armor and concrete floors. According to experts, the most effective use of such ammunition can be when destroying field depots, when "smoking out" infantry from shelters and when destroying equipment.

Eight years ago, the Sentinel, the local equivalent of the Russian Terminator tank support vehicle, was demonstrated in Ukraine. Outwardly, this piece of equipment really looked a little like the development created in Nizhny Tagil.

One of the topics of discussion was the development of military and dual-use information technologies in the work of medical units

An exhibition of advanced medical developments and a scientific conference were held at the Kirov branch of the Military Medical Academy in Moscow in honor of the tenth anniversary of the educational institution. This was reported by the Russian Defense Ministry.

One of the most technologically advanced branches of the Russian industry, nuclear energy, should become Russia's trump card in space for the coming decades. At least, this is the task set by the country's leadership. What will nuclear space systems look like and what advantages will they provide?

Shot: During the attack on Shuya, the Ukrainian Armed Forces used a Fierce drone

On Wednesday morning, April 16, kamikaze drones of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) attacked the city of Shuya, Ivanovo region. According to the Telegram channel Shot, drones similar to the Fierce devices were spotted in the sky above the city.

Key strategic readiness exercises were held in the United States. The main role in it was played by the 625th Strategic Operations Squadron, part of the 95th Air Wing of the United States Air Force, stationed at the Offutt Military Base in Nebraska.

The management of troops and the performance of combat missions depend on the reliability of communication systems

In modern conditions, the role of communications on the battlefield is extremely important. The management of troops and, ultimately, the fulfillment of combat missions directly depend on the quality, reliability and stability of communication channels. How the communications officers of the Center group ensure uninterrupted digital communications in the special operation zone — in the Izvestia article.

The Russian BMD-4 is the main combat vehicle for the Russian Airborne Troops. The vehicle has become indispensable for sabotage operations, as mobile artillery. TASS talked with the developers of the BMD-4M about the deterrent factor of this machine on the battlefield and the promising improvements that it can receive based on its experience.

Today, the United States is developing two new-generation aircraft at once, one of which may become the last manned American "deckhand". However, the high cost of the programs and the vague purpose of the fighters raise questions among experts. Pentagon officials are also perplexed. TASS — about foreign developments, their problems, as well as similar products from China, the prototypes of which are already successfully flying.

19FortyFive: Tu-160M upgraded according to the conditions of the Ukrainian conflict

The Tu-160M is the flagship of the Russian bomber aviation, writes 19FortyFive. For Moscow, it is the cornerstone of the strategic nuclear deterrence forces. The Tu-160M has undergone a deep modernization and will become the newest and most advanced bomber in service with the Russian army.

19FortyFive: The US Navy has no analogues of the unique Russian submarine "Condor"

Russian Condor submarines with titanium hulls have no analogues in the United States, writes 19FortyFive. They are deep-sea and silent, and they are difficult to track. And if Russia moves them to the Black Sea to help in the conflict with Ukraine, the results could be stunning, the author of the article believes.