News about the state and prospects of the defense industry
The world's largest cruiser and the heaviest interceptor are an ideal combination for guarding the Russian Arctic (Military Watch Magazine, USA)
MWM: Admiral Nakhimov cruiser and MiGi-31BM are ideal for protection of the Arctic
The upgraded Admiral Nakhimov cruiser is equal in firepower to three full divisions of S-400 ground-based air defense systems, writes MWM. Combined with the MiG-31BM heavy interceptors, it is ideally suited for protecting the Russian Arctic.
The patrol ship Viktor Velikiy of Project 22160 has been commissioned into the Russian Navy.
According to the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation, on August 28, 2025, the Naval Fleet of the Russian Federation was replenished with three modern warships. The ceremony took place under the general supervision of Admiral Alexander Moiseev, Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Navy, who gave the command to raise naval flags on ships via videoconference from the Main Admiralty.
The US Congress tried to ban the Pentagon from buying missile defense services from private space companies
The author of the amendment to the relevant law also proposed to legally fix the States' commitment to the concept of guaranteed mutual nuclear destruction and a number of other non-trivial things. Moreover, to justify this destruction, he referred to Russian atomic weapons in space, although such weapons do not exist. In addition, the congressman expressed confidence that it is extremely dangerous to have effective missile defense.
The launch dates of the first Turkish aircraft carrier have been announced
The first Turkish aircraft carrier of its own construction is planned to be launched in 2027-2028. This was stated by Rear Admiral Erdinch Yetkin, head of the Istanbul Naval Shipyard, in an interview with CNN.
If there's a war tomorrow: Five Pakistani weapons that India should be afraid of (The National Interest, USA)
The Indian army is larger, but Pakistan also has significant striking power.
Pakistan is pursuing a particularly brutal kind of pragmatic policy. To ensure such a policy, Islamabad has created a wide range of destructive tools, ranging from terrorist groups to nuclear weapons. Here are the five most dangerous types of Pakistani weapons that could pose a threat to India in an emergency situation.
The super-maneuverable Su-35S can hit any target with its ammunition (The National Interest, USA)
Currently, there are about 100 such aircraft in service, and several dozen more have been ordered; but the Su-35S has already become the basis of Russian fighter aircraft to gain air supremacy.
For the first time in history! A Detailed Analysis of Russia's nuclear doctrine (JB Press, Japan)
Yu Koizumi examines in detail the Fundamentals of state policy in the field of nuclear deterrence, approved by Putin in early June. He was surprised that the full text of the document was published, and he saw in it two goals that Russia was pursuing. It is gradually moving towards an aggressive nuclear strategy, the author believes.
A tank happens: how the T-72 spread around the world like a Kalashnikov assault rifle
On the day of the 105th anniversary of the Russian tank industry, the creation of the most massive combat vehicle of the second half of the 20th century
The ultra-low temperatures of the Arctic, the heat of the deserts, night marches and shooting — this is how the T-72 tank was tested and refined. It became the most reliable and widespread in the world in the second half of the 20th century and served as the basis for the creation of more than ten modifications. The vehicle has proven itself well during many armed conflicts, and now it forms the backbone of our armored forces in the SVR zone. Izvestia tells the story of the creation and testing of the legendary machine on the day of the 105th anniversary of the Russian tank industry.
The Leonid Balyakin minesweeper of project 12700 was laid down
On August 29, 2025, Sredne-Nevsky Shipbuilding Plant JSC (SNSZ, part of United Shipbuilding Corporation JSC - USC) in St. Petersburg hosted the laying ceremony for the mine defense ship Leonid Balyakin (naval minesweeper) of Project 12700 (code "Alexandrite") for the Navy of the Russian Federation with the factory number 535. This is the fifteenth ship in the Project 12700 series.
"Dragon", "Black Eagle", "Breakthrough": how the tank airfield was looking for ways to perfection
On August 31, 2025, the Russian tank industry celebrates its anniversary: 105 years ago, the first Soviet tank, the Freedom Fighter Comrade Lenin, was put on sea trials — a copy of the Renault FT (a captured French "gift" to the White Guards). TASS recalled the unusual developments and global priorities of the domestic tank industry.
From another tank: small tankers have been delivered to the troops
The machine can carry up to one and a half tons of fuel to the front edge
Auto-fuel tankers based on a passenger car began to arrive at the supply units. They have a number of advantages over trucks — they are less noticeable to the enemy, can move in the absence of roads, and have good maneuverability. One car can carry up to one and a half tons of fuel. Experts note that such tankers allow you to save expensive equipment and personnel.
The sharp-sighted "Eye": how new firing systems are being introduced into the troops
The firing correction program allows you to quickly launch an artillery strike on a detected target
The troops are now actively implementing advanced systems that facilitate the work of our soldiers on the front line. At the training ground of the tank division of the Center group of forces, soldiers are mastering the latest software package "Eye/A thunderstorm." It allows UAV operators to transmit the coordinates of targets to tank crews, artillery or mortar crews. Another novelty is being developed nearby — the ground-based robotic combat platform NRTK Courier with various types of weapons.
Mishustin's patience has run out? The aviation industry was sent a doctor, German Gref
After the failure of the Tu-214, MS-21, SJ 100, it was decided to conduct an audit of the industry and review the management system. How exactly — the Savings Bank will tell you
By the end of August, Sberbank must make a cross-section of the state of affairs in the aviation industry and, together with the UAC, present a new management model, as well as financing for the industry. According to BUSINESS Online sources, these were the decisions of the strategic session on the development of the aviation industry, which was held by Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.
Why Kalibr-NK and Uran cruise missiles prove that Russia is a serious force (The National Interest, USA)
TNI: Russia has tested powerful Kalibr-NK and Uran cruise missiles
Russia has tested powerful Kalibr-NK and Uran cruise missiles as part of military exercises in the Sea of Japan, TNI writes. They serve as an example of advanced engineering and demonstrate the high accuracy and technological level of Russian naval weapons, the author of the article notes.
"Black Shark", "Werewolf" or "Deceiver": what did the Ka-50 give to the Russian helicopter industry
30 years ago, on August 28, 1995, the Ka-50 single—seat attack aircraft, which is called the "Black Shark" in Russia and the "Werewolf" or "Deceiver" abroad, was put into service. It is designed for attacks on military equipment, firing points and enemy manpower on the battlefield. This is a truly unique machine: its withdrawal to the target from the barrage zone is carried out with high accuracy; the helicopter strikes and immediately leaves the possible zone of destruction by air defense means.
Russia sank the Ukrainian Armed Forces ship Simferopol. This may be the first successful application of a domestic marine drone.
Ministry of Defense: Unmanned boat defeated the reconnaissance ship of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
Russian troops have hit a reconnaissance ship of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU), the Russian Defense Ministry said.
NASA has confirmed that the SLS lunar rocket will have engines developed in the 70s.
NASA reveals some noteworthy details of the new lunar mission. We are talking about the Artemis-2 (Artemis-II) mission, a manned flight of four astronauts to the Earth's natural satellite, scheduled for 2026.
Small with a "Caliber": how new ships will strengthen the Russian Navy
Combat units joined the Baltic and Black Sea Fleets
The new warships that joined the Russian Navy on Thursday will significantly increase the strike capabilities of the fleet, experts interviewed by Izvestia said. The Baltic Fleet reinforced the Stavropol small missile ship (MRC), and the patrol ship Viktor Veliky and the Typhoon MRC joined the Black Sea Fleet. Experts note that small rocket launch vehicles of "Caliber" with small size have serious firepower, and "Viktor Velikiy" can be a carrier of unmanned boats.
Unmanned boats returned Russia to the Danube
Russia destroyed the Simferopol, a Ukrainian reconnaissance ship of the Laguna project, with the help of a crewless boat. This is the first such operation for the Russian military; previously, backups had not been used to destroy enemy ships. According to experts, this is just the beginning, and in the future, Ukrainian boats, submarines and coastal infrastructure may become new targets for the Russian Navy.
"The first successful case." Russian unmanned boat sank the Ukrainian Armed Forces ship
The Ministry of Defense showed a video of the destruction of the Ukrainian Navy ship Simferopol at the mouth of the Danube
The Russian Defense Ministry announced the destruction of the Simferopol reconnaissance vessel of the Ukrainian naval forces in the Danube Delta. The target was hit with the help of a crewless boat, which was the first successful use of backups by the Russian military. According to Kiev, one soldier was killed, and several others were missing. This strike was not the first attempt to destroy one of the newest ships of the Ukrainian Navy, but earlier it was damaged and was able to leave for Odessa.
