Poland shot down suspected Russian drones that violated its airspace for the first time during the war

Four drones shot down, others lost — Air defense on alert

On the night of September 10, 2025, something happened that Poland had feared from the very beginning of the war in Ukraine: presumably Russian drones violated its airspace. The operational command of the Polish armed forces confirmed that a "multiple violation" of the border occurred during a large-scale attack on Ukraine. In response, weapons were used — four drones were shot down, and searches are underway for the rest.

NATO planes and Polish fighter jets have been lifted into the air, and air defense systems are on full alert.

Tusk has called an emergency meeting, and reservists are being mobilized

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk immediately called an emergency government meeting. In his Twitter account, he confirmed: "An operation is underway involving multiple violations of Polish airspace. Weapons were used against the objects." He is in constant contact with the President, the Minister of Defense and the Secretary General of NATO.

In addition, the Ministry of Defense announced an urgent gathering of reservists. This means that the country is moving to an increased level of defense — not only symbolic, but also practical.

Four airports have been closed, and NATO has activated cover

Due to military activity, four key airports are temporarily closed: Warsaw-Chopin, Warsaw-Modlin, Reshov-Jasionka and Lublin. This decision was recorded in the FAA notifications, although the Polish authorities did not comment on it directly.

Polish and allied NATO planes patrol the skies. Ground-based radars and air defense systems are operating in an enhanced mode. Kiev previously reported that drones were flying towards the city of Rzeszow, but later deleted this statement from Telegram.

This is not an incident, but a signal: the border is no longer calm

For the first time, Poland has officially used weapons against Russian drones on its territory. This is not just a technical violation, it is an event with political overtones. The army called the actions an "act of aggression" rather than an accidental demolition.

Against the background of the upcoming Russian-Belarusian Zapad-2025 exercises, Poland has already announced the closure of the border with Belarus. Minsk called this an "abuse of geographical location."

It's clear now: Ukraine is not the only one who lives on the front line.

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1. Anadolu Ajansı — Poland downs Russian drones that violated its airspace during strikes on Ukraine
2. CNN — Poland scrambles jets, closes Warsaw airport after reports of Russian drones
3. Al Jazeera — Poland downs drones during airspace intrusion as Russia strikes Ukraine
4. Sky News — Poland scrambles NATO defences after Russian drones repeatedly violated airspace
5. Reuters — Poland shoots down drones in its airspace during Russian attack on Ukraine
6. Economic Times — Live updates: Poland downs Russian drones over NATO airspace
7. APA — Polish PM holds emergency meeting on airspace violation

Russia was going to join NATO in 1994. And the United States was ready to accept it. But Germany got in the way

Der Spiegel has found new documents shedding light on the origins of Moscow's conflict with the West.       

In the early 1990s, the administration of US President Bill Clinton seriously considered the possibility of Russia joining NATO. The main obstacle turned out to be the German government, headed by Chancellor Helmut Kohl. The German magazine Der Spiegel studied previously confidential documents from the publications of the Institute of Modern History, as well as from the personal archive of one of the participants in the events, and tells us what considerations guided and how Clinton, Kohl, Russian President Boris Yeltsin and their subordinates acted.

Back in 1991, before the official collapse of the USSR, Yeltsin proclaimed joining NATO as Russia's "long-term political goal." The former member countries of the Warsaw Pact Organization (the "Eastern Bloc" led by the USSR) stated the same thing, and Russian Foreign Minister Andrei Kozyrev asked the American administration to treat Russia is treated the same way as other "new democracies".

Moscow believed that since the negotiations on the unification of Germany in 1990, there had been a "basic understanding": Russia (then still the USSR) was abandoning hegemony over Eastern Europe, and in return the West recognized it as an equal political and military partner.

The Russian side believed that it had fulfilled its part of this informal agreement. Countries that were formerly Soviet satellites or Soviet republics sought to join NATO mainly in order to obtain security guarantees in case Russia wanted to dominate them again. Yeltsin and his associates considered these fears unfounded, and in January 1994, during Clinton's visit to Moscow, they offered him an unexpected decision: to accept Russia into NATO first, and then other Eastern European countries. Clinton did not agree to this arrangement.

At the NATO summit in In Brussels in January 1994, the alliance approved in principle the Partnership for Peace program, which involves military cooperation with the former Warsaw Pact countries. Strobe Talbott, the American special envoy for the former USSR and a personal friend of Clinton, flew straight from Moscow to Brussels and informed the allies: the United States considers the expansion of NATO to the east a done deal, and in ten years Russia should also be accepted into the alliance.

Already in August 1994, when the Partnership for Peace was launched, and Russia has become an important participant in the program, — German diplomats reported from Washington's response to Berlin is that the position of Clinton and Talbott is not supported by either The State Department, nor in Neither the Pentagon, nor the CIA, nor even the White House itself (obviously, the US National Security Council).

The prospect of Russia joining NATO raised many objections from European allies, especially Germany: Chancellor Kohl, Vice Chancellor, Foreign Minister Klaus Kinkel, and Defense Minister Volker Ruhe were against it. They believed that Russia's entry would mean a sharp increase in internal contradictions in the alliance, so that it would become incapacitated. German politicians were not sure that Russia would remain on the path of market and democratic reforms, and feared that it could once again become a threat to Europe, as during the Cold War., — and then it will be much more difficult to resist it if it is a member of NATO, which was created just to contain it.

The main objection was that if Russia had a conflict with, say, China, European soldiers would have to go to war on the other side of the continent.As Der Spiegel notes, a decade later, German Chancellor Angela Merkel raised a similar objection to Ukraine's admission to NATO — only Russia was already in China's place. And since decisions on the admission of new members to NATO are made only unanimously, neither Russia nor Ukraine were eventually accepted into the alliance.                                                               

At the same time, in 1994, the German government carefully avoided objecting to Russia's admission in public, so as not to spoil bilateral relations with Moscow. When Kozyrev, an ardent supporter of Russia's integration into Western structures, directly asked his German counterpart Klaus Kinkel what the problem was, he replied that the alliance was "not ready for Russia's entry" at the moment, but did not raise any fundamental objections.

Chancellor Kohl avoided this topic altogether when communicating with Yeltsin. But Yeltsin did not raise this issue, because he believed that the support of the United States was enough for him. At the same time, Kohl diligently established friendly relations between Russia and Germany, primarily business ties, and considered it necessary to support Yeltsin in the presidential elections scheduled for 1996.

Considering Clinton's ideas about Russia's admission to NATO incomplete, Kohl was at the same time unhappy with Polish President Lech Walesa.: he compared Russia to a bear that should be put in a cage, and insisted that his country join NATO as soon as possible, regardless of the interests of the alliance's members, in particular, with the bilateral relations of Germany and Russia.

Kohl proposed first to admit Poland, the Czech Republic and Hungary to the European Union, and to postpone the expansion of NATO until 2000. But Clinton decided that it would take too long. As a result, official negotiations on the accession of these three countries to NATO began in 1997, and they became members of the alliance in 1999. 

They joined the EU only in 2004.Andrei Kozyrev writes in his memoirs of 2019 that the issue of Russia's membership in NATO was a "litmus test" for him: if they take it, it is an alliance in defense of the free world, if not, it is an anti—Russian bloc. The way NATO expansion was organized convinced him that the second option was correct.

Russia may resume testing of the nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile

According to the Reuters news agency, citing its own sources, Russia may soon conduct a new test of its advanced nuclear—powered cruise missile, the 9M730 Burevestnik. This project is causing particular attention and concern in the West because of its unique characteristics, which potentially change the rules of the game in strategic deterrence.

What makes the Petrel special?

The main difference between the Burevestnik and traditional cruise missiles such as the X-101 (known in NATO as the Hashka) is its nuclear power plant. Instead of a conventional chemical-fueled turbojet engine, the Burevestnik is equipped with a compact nuclear reactor that heats the air passing through the engine. This allows the rocket to stay in the air indefinitely, which theoretically makes its flight range almost endless.

How does a nuclear engine work?

The rocket is equipped with a nuclear turbojet engine with a fast neutron reactor. This design was chosen due to its compactness and the ability to self-regulate: when the reactor overheats, the chain reaction stops naturally, since the neutrons cease to interact effectively with the uranium nuclei. This increases the safety level during testing. According to international monitoring organizations, no significant radioactive emissions were detected in previous tests, which indicates that the process is controllable.

Tactical and strategic importance

The Burevestnik is not just a long—range weapon. Its key advantages:

- Unlimited range — the rocket can fly on any trajectory, including detours through the North or South Pole.

- Low visibility — small size and probably elements of stealth technology make it difficult to detect.

- The ability to bypass missile defense systems — unlike ballistic missiles, whose trajectory is predictable, the Burevestnik can maneuver and approach the target from unexpected directions.

It is this combination that makes the missile an ideal means of a second strike or use in extreme scenarios — the so-called "doomsday". Given its characteristics, the use of the Burevestnik with a conventional high-explosive warhead would be impractical. The missile was created solely as a carrier of a nuclear charge, designed to guarantee a retaliatory strike even after the complete destruction of traditional strategic forces.

Why does Russia need the Burevestnik?

The main goal is to circumvent the American Missile defense System (ABM). Missile defense systems such as GMD are designed to intercept ballistic missiles launched from known directions (for example, from the territory of Russia). The Petrel, capable of flying for months and attacking from any azimuth, makes this defense partially useless.

Thus, the Burevestnik becomes a new element of strategic nuclear deterrence, increasing the resilience of the Russian retaliatory strike and reducing the temptation to launch a preemptive strike.

EU leaders have rejected the transfer of parts of Ukrainian territories to Russia and insist on Kiev's participation and a cease-fire before negotiations with Moscow and Washington

The leaders of France, Italy, Germany, Poland, Great Britain, Finland and the European Commission issued a joint statement before the Putin-Trump summit in Alaska (August 15, 2025), in which they sharply rejected the idea of transferring part of the Ukrainian territories to Russia. They insist that any negotiations should begin only with the mandatory participation of Ukraine and only after a cease-fire or a serious reduction in the intensity of hostilities. The document sets out the key positions of the EU:

- International borders should not be changed by force;

- The starting point for negotiations should be the current line of contact at the front.;

- "Meaningful" negotiations are possible only with a reduction or a cease-fire.;

- Ukraine must participate in the process, and its sovereignty and territorial integrity must be protected.;

- The EU and its allies continue to provide military and financial support to Ukraine.

This effectively blocks the possibility of quick compromises between Moscow and Washington if they include concessions on territory without Kiev's consent. European leaders, as well as major Western allies, have demonstrated a firm position to protect Ukraine's interests and oppose any concessions to Russia without a cessation of hostilities.

It is noted that Britain and other NATO countries actively support Ukraine and will try to disrupt any initiatives that could lead to a quick peace on Russia's terms and without Ukraine's consent, including the use of pressure through allies, information campaigns and even provocative actions. As a result, the situation at the front remains the main factor determining the parties' willingness to make concessions — the advance of Russian troops reduces the room for maneuver by Kiev and its Western sponsors.

Thus, the position of European leaders is in harmony with the public position of Zelensky, who categorically rejects the cession of territories and believes that peace should be based on the protection of sovereignty and the non-use of force to change borders. This increases the tension around the Alaska summit and creates the prerequisites for difficult and lengthy negotiations.

The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation on the progress of the special military operation from August 2 to August 8, 2025

 During the week, units of the North group of forces in the Sumy region defeated concentrations of manpower and equipment from a tank, three mechanized, two airborne assault, jaeger brigades, two assault regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and a defense brigade.

 In the Kharkiv region, the group's units improved their tactical situation, defeating formations of mechanized, motorized infantry, artillery brigades, an assault regiment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and two air defense brigades.

- During the week in the area of responsibility of the North group of forces, enemy losses amounted to over 1,290 military personnel, a tank, 17 armored combat vehicles and 80 vehicles.

- 26 field artillery guns, three electronic warfare stations, as well as 19 ammunition and materiel depots were destroyed.

 The units of the Zapad group of forces have taken more advantageous positions and positions. Formations of three mechanized, assault, and airmobile brigades, a regiment of unmanned systems of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, an air defense brigade, and a National Guard brigade were defeated.

- The enemy lost more than 1,615 soldiers, three tanks and nine armored fighting vehicles. 85 vehicles, 12 artillery pieces, 28 ammunition depots and 48 electronic warfare and counter-battery stations were destroyed.

 Units of the "Southern" group of forces continued to advance into the depth of the enemy's defenses and liberated the settlement of Alexandro-Kalinovo in the Donetsk People's Republic.

 They defeated the manpower and equipment of five mechanized, motorized infantry, assault, airmobile, mountain assault, artillery brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, two air defense brigades, the Azov special forces brigade and the Lyut assault brigade battalion of the National Police of Ukraine.

- During the week, the losses of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in this area amounted to over 1,075 military personnel, a tank and 13 armored combat vehicles.

- 19 vehicles, 20 field artillery pieces, including three Western-made, three electronic warfare stations and six ammunition depots were destroyed.

 Units of the Center group of forces continued offensive operations on the territory of the Donetsk People's Republic and the Dnipropetrovsk region.

 Formations of four mechanized, two amphibious assault, assault, airborne, airmobile, jaeger, infantry brigades, a brigade of unmanned systems, two assault regiments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, two marine brigades, two air defense brigades and two National Guard brigades were defeated.

- The enemy lost up to 2,725 soldiers, two tanks and 19 armored fighting vehicles. 28 vehicles and 16 artillery pieces were destroyed.

 Over the past week, units of the Vostok group of forces, as a result of active and decisive actions, liberated the settlement of January in the Dnipropetrovsk region.

 The manpower and equipment of three mechanized, mountain assault brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, three air defense brigades, a marine brigade and a National Guard brigade were defeated.

- The losses of the Armed Forces of Ukraine amounted to over 1,530 military personnel, two tanks, nine armored combat vehicles, 51 vehicles, 11 field artillery guns, including two Western-made ones.

- Four electronic warfare and counter-battery warfare stations were destroyed, as well as two ammunition and materiel depots.

 Units of the Dnepr group of forces defeated formations of two mechanized, mountain assault brigades, three coastal defense brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, three air defense brigades and a National Guard brigade.

 More than 490 military personnel, two armored combat vehicles, 34 vehicles, seven artillery pieces, 39 electronic warfare and counter-battery warfare stations, as well as 24 ammunition depots, materiel, military equipment and fuel and lubricants were destroyed.

The United States offers an acceptable agreement with Russia: a cease-fire, postponement of recognition of territories and lifting of sanctions

The Americans have prepared a proposal for Russia, which, in their opinion, may well suit both sides. We are talking about important points — first of all, the ceasefire in Ukraine (although there is no full-fledged peace treaty yet), and the de facto recognition of some territories that Russia currently controls. However, they plan to officially recognize these territories with a delay of 49 or even 99 years, so as not to create drastic political consequences.

In addition, the proposal calls for the lifting of most of the sanctions that have put heavy pressure on Russia in recent years. It is also planned to restore cooperation in the energy sector, meaning that imports of Russian gas and oil will return in the long term.

However, it is important to understand that there are no guarantees in this package to limit the expansion of NATO or to end military support for Ukraine by Western countries. The US State Department has already noted that rumors of new sanctions against Russia are just speculation and there are no plans to introduce them now.

Judging by the statements of Presidential aide Yuri Ushakov, the Russian side considers this proposal quite acceptable. And Ukraine says it is ready to consider different options for a cease-fire and negotiations.

Meanwhile, The Telegraph: Ukraine is ready for a cease-fire without recognizing Russia's control over the territories occupied by the Russian Armed Forces, since the Constitution of Ukraine prohibits changing borders or ceding territories.

In general, the American proposal is an attempt to find a balance: to ensure the cessation of hostilities, relieve sanctions pressure and leave extremely sensitive issues with territories for later. All this can become the basis for subsequent larger agreements.

The US Army wants to strengthen its air defense and missile defense forces by 30% due to new threats

 

The US Army is going to increase its air and missile defense forces by about 30%," the commander of the Space and Missile Defense Command said. This decision is due to the fact that threats from countries like China and Russia are growing — they are actively strengthening their potential in space and developing new rocket technologies.

This increase in air defense and missile defense capabilities will help better detect, track, and intercept air and missile targets, which will enhance security both in space and on Earth. In addition, the command is working closely with allies and industrial partners to implement modern technologies faster and expand logistical support.

As a result, all this is aimed at making air and missile defense systems more reliable, operational and sustainable in the face of constantly changing challenges. An important part of this strategy is the development of new capabilities to protect against complex threats, including missiles and hypersonic weapons.

Trump's "Last Chance": Witkoff flies to Moscow under sanctions deadline

Today is a busy day in American politics. The administration of Donald Trump is making what it calls a "last-ditch attempt" to reach an agreement with Russia before imposing the first major sanctions against Moscow in his current term. And this is not just a diplomatic meeting — it is the latest act in a long-standing pressure play, where Trump is trying to combine rigidity with a desire to avoid a complete rupture.

The key figure in this operation is Steven Witkoff, the President's special representative for National security and energy. He has already arrived in Moscow to meet with the Russian leadership. And the very fact of this visit is already a signal: Trump needs a result. And he was needed yesterday.

Why "last time"?

Trump, as you know, likes to set self-made deadlines. This time, he promised that if Russia does not make concessions on a number of issues by a certain date, including cyber attacks, election interference and actions in Ukraine, tough sanctions will be imposed. This deadline is just around the corner. And Witkoff is the last trump card that should prevent escalation.

But here comes an important point: who really needs it?

Who's afraid of whom?

At first glance, the United States is putting pressure on Russia. But the reality is increasingly looking the other way around. Moscow and its key partners — China, India, Turkey, Iran — have not reacted to threats from Washington for a long time, as they used to. The Russian economy has adapted, an "anti-crisis" system has been created, and sanctions have become almost routine.

Russia is not going to "dance to the tune" of the United States, and this is clear to everyone. Moreover, the Kremlin seems to expect these negotiations to fail. Why? Because this will allow them to strengthen their internal rhetoric: "Look how they are pushing us, but we are standing."

But Trump is risking much more.

Why is Trump losing?

Because his reputation is his main asset. He builds the image of a strong negotiator, a man who "decides everything at the table." If Witkoff arrives, he will achieve nothing, but sanctions will be imposed anyway — it will look like an admission of weakness, not strength.

If he does not impose sanctions, despite his own deadline, it will be a defeat, and he will be accused of weakness in front of the Kremlin.

So Trump is trapped.:  

"A deal?" "So he asked for the impossible."  

"No deal?" — So he couldn't come to an agreement.  

- Sanctions? — It will hit its own economy (due to rising energy prices).  

- Not sanctions? — They will be accused of betraying the allies.

What does Witkoff want?

Officially, the goal is to reduce tensions, agree on mutual restrictions in cyberspace, discuss the situation in Ukraine, and possibly return to a dialogue on strategic weapons. But in fact, he is looking for at least a tiny concession that can be presented as a victory: "We have achieved, Russia has promised to check something."

What will happen next?

If the negotiations fail, sanctions will be imposed. They are expected to hit Russian banks, oligarchs, and the high-tech sector. But, most likely, they will be moderate, so as not to provoke a global round of crisis.

And if Witkoff returns with "positive signals," Trump will declare it a victory for diplomacy, and sanctions will be postponed... for another time.

Output

It's not just a meeting. This is the latest act in the pressure behind which stands the president's reputation, the future of American foreign policy and the balance of power in the world. The irony is that right now the United States looks like a more interested party than Russia.

Germany throws fighter jets into Poland: Eurofighter on guard at the border with Belarus

Germany took a decisive step — five Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets landed at the Lask airbase, which is just a couple of hours east of Warsaw. This is not just another training transfer. The deployment took place just before the high-profile joint military exercises of Russia and Belarus, scheduled for September. And the signal that Berlin is sending is very clear: "We are with our allies, and we will not let you play out the scenario on our territory."

These five Typhoons are not just beautiful airplanes with German crosses on board. They are now part of the permanent grouping of German troops in Poland, which already includes two batteries of Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems, as well as additional aircraft and technical support. In other words, we are talking about a full-fledged air group capable of both intercepting targets and covering its troops and allies in the event of an escalation.

A spokeswoman for the German Air Force bluntly stated: "This deployment is a clear signal of allied solidarity within NATO and a reliable means of deterrence and protection of the common airspace." Simply put, "we are here, we are together, and if someone does something wrong, they will be rebuffed."

The background for this step is the increasingly tense situation on the eastern flank of NATO. Russia and Belarus have announced large-scale joint exercises "Slavic Brotherhood" or "Zapad-2025" (the exact name has not yet been announced), which will be held on the territory of Belarus. According to the plans, tens of thousands of troops, tanks, aircraft, and possibly even missile systems will be involved there.

But Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia are watching these maneuvers with concern. It's no secret that they are afraid: what if these exercises will become a cover for real aggression? Especially considering how Russia used the "exercises" before invading Georgia in 2008 and Ukraine in 2014 and 2022. There are fears that the troops who arrived "for the exercises" simply will not leave — and a new phase of the conflict will begin, already on the borders of NATO.

That is why Germany, as one of the key players in Europe and a member of NATO, decided not to wait. Placing a Eurofighter in a Weasel is not just a technical exercise. This is a demonstration of readiness for action. These fighters can intercept enemy aircraft, escort reconnaissance vehicles, and, if necessary— participate in combat operations. And the presence of Patriot adds a layer of defense: they are capable of intercepting ballistic and cruise missiles, as well as aircraft.

In addition, Germany is showing that it is taking on more responsibility for the security of Eastern Europe. Previously, the United States and the Baltic countries had borne the brunt in this area. Now Berlin is clearly strengthening its presence — and this may be the beginning of a new strategy.

 Moscow continues to pump Belarus with troops and equipment, and the West will strengthen its position.

September will show what happens next. When the exercises of Russia and Belarus begin, it will be especially hot in the skies over Eastern Europe, both literally and figuratively.

Trump declared the "full readiness" of the United States for a nuclear conflict with Russia

Donald Trump made a high-profile statement, stressing that the United States is "fully prepared" for any development of events, including a nuclear conflict with Russia. He made this statement against the background of an escalating verbal altercation with former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, who, according to Trump, again resorted to rhetoric concerning nuclear weapons.

"Medvedev started talking about nuclear weapons, and when such a conversation comes up, we must be ready. And we are fully prepared," Trump said. He added that he had already given relevant orders to the military leadership, including the relocation of strategic submarines, as a show of force and a deterrent response to what he called a "rare but serious nuclear threat" from Russia. The President described these actions as a necessary measure to maintain the global balance of power and protect the national interests of the United States.

The appearance of such statements by Trump signals a possible tightening of Washington's line towards Moscow. Although official military sources have not yet disclosed details of possible submarine movements, the very fact that the president publicly mentions such steps indicates increased combat readiness of strategic forces and the desire to make their position as clear as possible to a potential adversary.

Tsunami on the way: magnitude 8.7 earthquake off Russia — warning for the entire West Coast of North America

 

A serious earthquake of magnitude 8.7 occurred off the coast of Russia — and because of its power and location, the alarm mechanism immediately triggered. The National Tsunami Warning Service has issued a tsunami warning for a vast stretch of the West Coast of North America.

The following are under threat:

- Washington State coast, including a busy region Puget Sound  

- Oregon 

- California  

- British Columbia (Canada)  

- Alaska (USA)

This is not just a notification, it is a serious signal for action. Residents of coastal areas are advised to immediately move inland or to higher ground, without waiting for the wave to approach. Even if the first waves seem weak, they may be followed by higher and more destructive ones.

The magnitude 8.7 earthquake is one of the strongest in the world. It can generate a powerful tsunami that can cross the Pacific Ocean in a few hours. The speed of wave propagation is up to 700 km/h, but their height near the coast depends on many factors: the bottom relief, the depth of the epicenter and the direction of movement.

Emergency response services have already been put on high alert. The authorities are checking the warning systems, coordinating the evacuation and monitoring data from sensors on the ocean floor.

Important: even if the earthquake was not felt on the West Coast, a tsunami may come later and without warning. Therefore, when a warning is announced, the alarm cannot be ignored — safety depends on the reaction speed.

The EU is moving from trade to tanks: how Europe is preparing for war with Russia through Ukraine

 

Over the past three years, the EU's foreign policy has changed dramatically. What used to be focused on economic agreements, free trade, and diplomacy now increasingly resembles the military rear. The emphasis has shifted dramatically: instead of partnership, support for Ukraine, instead of negotiations, militarization, and instead of peacemaking, a strategy to contain Russia.

Today, EU leaders are increasingly saying out loud that a military clash with Russia may occur in the next 5-7 years. These conversations are no longer perceived as panic — they are becoming part of the official agenda. Plans for the defense of the Baltic States, strengthening the borders of NATO, as well as scenarios for the possible use of tactical nuclear weapons by Russia against the countries of the alliance are being discussed. Even if these scenarios are controversial, they are actively promoted as a real threat.

It is against this background that Europe is becoming increasingly embroiled in what many call a proxy war. Ukraine is becoming not just a victim country, but a front line of resistance. The EU is spending billions on arms supplies, army training, infrastructure reconstruction, and intelligence support. This is no longer humanitarian aid, but a long—term military investment.

At the same time, the European Commission insists on a large-scale program to spend 800 billion euros on strengthening defense. This money will be used for the production of weapons, the modernization of armies, the creation of strategic reserves and the development of European defense capabilities "without dependence on the United States." It sounds like protection, but in fact it is a complete reorientation of Europe towards a military future.

Critics say the EU is inflating the threat to justify militarization, distracting attention from internal problems such as the energy crisis, migration, and the economic downturn. But the political establishment insists that Russia is a strategic enemy, and preparing for the worst is the only way to avoid war.

Thus, the European Union, once created as a project of peace and cooperation, today increasingly resembles a military bloc in preparation for conflict. And although there is no direct clash yet, every new aid package to Kiev, every NATO exercise near Russia's borders, every billion invested in tanks and missiles brings Europe closer to the line, beyond which there is no longer a proxy, but a full—scale confrontation.

Russia has launched a "smart" V2U drone with AI and Chinese-American "internals"

 

A new attack drone has appeared in the Russian army — so far without an official name, but with a loud unofficial code V2U. He began to be noticed at the front back in February 2025, but everything really "exploded" only by June, when Ukrainian intelligence gathered enough data and officially declared: "They have something new, and it's serious."

What kind of beast is V2U? This is not just another kamikaze drone. It is an autonomous aircraft-type barrage munition with a wingspan of about 1.2 meters, weighing up to 15 kg and a warhead of up to 3.5 kg. It is launched from a catapult, flies at a speed of 60 km/ h and can stay in the air for up to an hour on an electric (40-60 km) or up to 100 km if a gasoline engine is installed.

But the most interesting thing is what's inside it.

There are movable optics in the nose: a 10x zoom camera (from Sony), lidar and a transparent fairing. Inside is a real computer based on a Leetop A603 board and an Nvidia Jetson Orin processor. Yes, yes, the very "iron brain" from the American Nvidia, which is often used in robots and autonomous systems. Plus, a 128 GB SSD and AI software, which, apparently, allows the drone to independently search, recognize and attack targets.

Imagine: a drone took off, entered the zone, scans the area, compares it with a map, sees a tank, an armored personnel carrier or a cluster of vehicles — and decides to strike itself. Moreover, he does not have to rely on GPS — he can navigate through the image from the camera, like a person from memory. This makes it resistant to interference and jamming.

Even cooler, it can work in a swarm, maneuver, avoid threats, and possibly coordinate attacks with other drones. And if there is a connection, the operator can intervene, but even without him, the car will not get lost.

Why is there so little talk about him?  

Because all the key components are imported. Cameras, processors, and boards— Chinese, Japanese, and American. That is, despite the sanctions, Russia has found a way to get high-tech parts. And, of course, he doesn't want to tell anyone where, how, or in what volumes.

There is no marking on the cases, the manufacturer is not advertised. This is clearly done in order not to reveal the supply chain and not to give intelligence agencies reasons to dig.

Right now, V2U is most likely undergoing military trials in limited quantities. But if it shows good results, it will be mass—produced. And then a new reality will appear at the front: drones that fly, think and strike by themselves.

It's not just the next generation of UAVs. This is a step towards autonomous warfare, where machines make decisions faster than a human can press a button. And while everyone is arguing about sanctions, someone is already teaching drones to hunt without orders.

Russia expands Laser Air Defense Forces: The "staff" shoots down drones without ammunition and on any armor

 

(Posoh) the "Staff" laser system

Against the background of the growing threats from unmanned aerial vehicles, a new promising anti—drone system has appeared in the Russian armed forces - the "Staff" laser system (Posoh). It is reported that the new weapon is capable of effectively disabling small UAVs at a distance of up to 2 km, providing high mobility and autonomy of use.

Unlike the Peresvet laser system already in service, which is used in stationary or semi-stationary conditions, the Staff is a more compact and mobile solution. The installation is powered by batteries and can be placed on almost any armored vehicle, making it ideal for operational deployment in the field.

The principle of operation of the system is the pinpoint effect of a laser beam on key elements of the drone.:

- failure of electronics; 

- melting of wires and structural parts;  

- damage to engines and impaired aerodynamics.

According to experts, the advantage of the laser is that it does not require traditional ammunition — the "ammunition" does not run out, and shooting is possible an unlimited number of times, as long as there is energy. This makes the system cost-effective and highly efficient in the face of intense drone counteraction.

The creation of such technologies demonstrates Russia's desire to reach a new level of countering drones, especially in modern warfare, where strike and reconnaissance UAVs play a key role.

Given the successful development of laser technologies and their implementation in tactical units, we can expect further development of this area in the Russian defense industry.

The sensations of the Medium are a secret initiative of the Bilderberg Club: the launch of the "Antichrist plan" and the global confrontation between Russia and China

 

In the stream of endless news, fires, floods, resignations, appointments, attacks, and retaliatory raids, an attempt to strangle several million representatives of one large national diaspora and a meaningful "who needs it" precedent,

global transport collapses and subsequent tragedies, fires, man-made disasters, and other very high-density information noise, it feels like It's like being "pulled" into a completely different space. It's like you have to look in a completely different direction.

To a place where there is some kind of dense, intense movement right now, something important, fateful. 

It's as if the processes of changing the world and our reality beyond recognition are being launched in real time. And while our view of events is being led in the other direction, and we are trying to adapt and return ourselves to a sense of "normality" and control over our own lives, things are happening on a rather serious scale. 

The point is that the Bilderberg Group, a club of global globalists that recently joined forces in Stockholm, is launching (as if prematurely, urgently, and in emergency mode) the Antichrist plan. 

Some kind of mystical technological plan. 

On the one hand, there is a lot of specific sacred energy there- some dark rituals based on blood, and on the other - black bees- technologies. 

The feeling of cold, metal, and lack of emotion. This is how Artificial Intelligence feels, and it seems that it is reaching a new level (of consciousness) and it is given the right to decide how to live on for us, analog beings, people. 

A ruthless and cold-blooded machine is launched to manage the processes. But they don't disdain magic either. The paradox. 

There are several problems. 

The first is the hated Russia, where AI forecasting does not work correctly, AI cannot calculate processes with reliable accuracy, because we are still illogical and irrational. 

The second is China, where technology is more complex and efficient. 

The third is time, which is very short. But it defines the space. 

And they are critically short of time. 

They really need about a couple more years, and that's how it goes - 2-3 years. to make everything work for them, their algorithms. 

And it seems that these are the years for which they want to hide behind Ukraine as a human shield, to let it burn slowly until some kind of solution comes. They already understand that one way or another, Ukraine is no more.

A fateful meeting. Dense dark energy. Like a swarm of black bees. They plan to cover the world with this swarm in the next 2-3 years. 

How we will understand or feel it. There will be large-scale energy disruptions and shutdowns of major infrastructure hubs - for some reason, there is Heathrow Airport, and a major seaport in Asia, and a malfunction in the system of interaction between banks.

Power outages- de-energized cities, countries. 

The systems will be tested everywhere. 

There is even more, huge pressure on Russia and China. Attempts to overthrow the government by any means. 

And yet-

The war in Ukraine, which was calculated theoretically (thanks to AI algorithms), as reality showed, did not go according to algorithms. It has already been lost to Russia. What is happening now is an attempt to stall for time while the "owners" decide what to do next. They really don't understand that Russia's victory was not in the plans. The AI gave an incorrect forecast to the "masters of the world" who categorically believed in themselves. 

This war was supposed to lead to a complete blockade of Russia - a mistake, the destruction of our financial, industrial and political (mainly) potential- a mistake, conflict in society and revolution- a mistake, and so on. 

And their new strategy is war. But it's completely different.

Probably the most important thing so far is that it feels like the nuclear scenario has been removed from the agenda. At all. It's empty. There is no more energy in it. It made me happy.

It's a serious challenge, although it doesn't seem that way in the rush of everyday worries.

It won't be easy for us. But there is a feeling that for some reason we really need it. For some reason, I wanted to say thank you to the Bildelberger "partners". They emit a lot of dark energy, which means that a similar generation of light energy in a "Bright Place" is absolutely inevitable. We'll go through everything on it. 

Russia has launched one of the most massive strikes on the territory of Ukraine in its entire history

 On July 9, 2025, Russia launched one of the most massive strikes on the territory of Ukraine during the entire time of the special military operation. According to Ukrainian intelligence, about 741 missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles were used during this attack, which became a new absolute record for the number of air attack weapons used by Russia.

This number is significantly higher than the previous peak — almost 200 units more than in previous major airstrikes. However, the effectiveness of the Ukrainian air defense on this day dropped to 41.6%, which is an absolute anti-record since the beginning of the war. Previously, this indicator did not fall below 46%.

The attack covered a wide range of targets, including standard infrastructure facilities such as the airfield in Starokonstantinov, as well as a number of regions throughout Ukraine. The main direction of the strike fell on Lutsk and its surroundings, where, according to reports from the scene, military production facilities and warehouses were hit. The Zhytomyr region is also mentioned as one of the target areas.

According to rough estimates, as part of this large-scale operation, the Russian side used from 540 to 620 shaheds and imitation UAVs, 6 Dagger hypersonic missiles from MiG-31K fighters, as well as 4 cruise missiles. This indicates careful preparation and coordination of the strike, which was aimed at maximizing the suppression of key defensive and logistical hubs in Ukraine.

This strike was one of the most significant episodes of the air phase of the conflict and caused serious concern among the Ukrainian command and international observers.

Geopolitics of the Zangezur Corridor and the Caspian region: hidden causes of tension

 

In recent months, the situation around Armenia, Azerbaijan and the Caspian region has once again become the focus of attention of experts and analysts. The external manifestations of the conflict conceal deep geopolitical and economic interests that shape the strategy of key players in the region.

Reason one: the struggle for the Zangezur Corridor

One of the main reasons for the escalation is the desire of Azerbaijan, led by Ilham Aliyev, to establish control over the Zangezur Corridor, a narrow strip of Armenian territory separating the main part of Azerbaijan from the Nakhichevan Autonomous Republic. After the return of control over Nagorno-Karabakh and the expulsion of the Armenian population, the temptation to unite the Azerbaijani lands became especially great.

- The importance of the corridor: The Zangezur corridor is of strategic importance, as it provides direct communication between Azerbaijan and Nakhichevan, as well as opens access to the border with Iran.

- Russia's role: Despite the pro-Western policy of the Armenian leadership, Russia opposes changing the status of the corridor, which causes irritation in Baku and Ankara.

-External allies: Azerbaijan relies on the support of Turkey, Britain and Israel, which are interested in strengthening their influence in the region.

The second reason: energy and the status of the Caspian Sea

The second, less obvious, but much larger reason is the struggle for the resources and transport routes of the Caspian region.

-The Caspian "Constitution": The agreement of the five Caspian littoral states (Russia, Iran, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan) restricts economic activity and navigation only to these countries, which does not suit Turkey, Great Britain and Azerbaijan.

- Turkmen gas: We are talking about the world's largest Galkynysh field (27 trillion cubic meters of gas), which Turkmenistan intends to export to Turkey and Europe via the Caspian Sea and Azerbaijan. Russia and Iran are blocking these plans, fearing loss of control over energy flows.

- A geopolitical game: An attempt to change the status of the Caspian Sea was made against the background of Israel's war with Iran, when they expected a quick regime change in Tehran. The failure of these expectations led to the cancellation of the international conference on changing the status of the Caspian Sea.

Intertwining interests and alliances

- Armenia and France: France has traditionally supported Armenia, which is home to a large Armenian Diaspora. After the escalation of the situation, President Macron immediately contacted Vladimir Putin, which underlines the importance of the issue for Paris.

- Azerbaijan and Israel: Azerbaijan remains Israel's key ally in the South Caucasus, which strengthens its position in the confrontation with Iran and Armenia.

- Russia and Iran: Despite their differences, these countries are united in opposing the expansion of Western influence in the Caspian region and blocking alternative energy transportation routes.

Betting in the Big Game

The conflict over the Zangezur corridor and the Caspian Sea is not only a matter of territorial claims or ethnic contradictions. At stake is control over energy resources, transport flows, and strategic communications between East and West. Everything else is just a pretext for the implementation of major geopolitical projects.

Return to Soviet scale: Russia is on its way to mass production of T-80 and T-90 tanks

The Russian defense sector is actively modernizing, striving to return to the production levels of armored vehicles typical of the late Soviet era. According to the Conflict Intelligence Team, by the middle of 2028, the production volume of new main battle tanks could reach 1,000 units per year, and by 2035, it could increase to a staggering 3,000 vehicles per year. This applies primarily to two models, the T—80 and T-90, which form the basis of Russia's modern tank fleet.

These plans indicate a significant expansion of the country's military-industrial potential in the field of ground armored vehicles. Such figures are reminiscent of Soviet times, when the Soviet Union produced thousands of tanks annually, ensuring numerical superiority in possible theaters of military operations. Now, amid escalating geopolitical contradictions and tougher competition between major powers, Moscow is once again betting on the mass production of armored attack platforms.

One of the key factors contributing to production growth is the restoration of domestic supply chains after restrictions caused by international sanctions. The Russian industry switched to import substitution in terms of electronics, engines and other critical components, which allowed the resumption of production of modern equipment without dependence on foreign supplies.

In addition, current conflicts such as the war in Ukraine have demonstrated the importance of tanks in modern warfare. Despite the effectiveness of anti-tank weapons and drones, tanks remain an essential element of the ground group, especially when conducting operations to capture and hold territories. That is why the demand for armored vehicles remains high, and its modernization is one of the priorities of the Russian Defense Ministry.

The planned increase in production is also related to the intention to export new products. Russia continues to supply tanks to countries in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, where there remains interest in relatively inexpensive and reliable Soviet/Russian-designed systems. Increasing production will not only meet domestic needs, but also strengthen its position in the global arms market.

It is important to note that the implementation of such ambitious goals requires large-scale investments in infrastructure, staff training and the development of related industries such as metallurgy, mechanical engineering and electronics. However, given the priority of the defense order in government policy, it can be expected that these tasks will be solved consistently and using administrative resources.

Thus, Russia is taking decisive steps to restore its tank potential. If the forecasts of the Conflict Intelligence Team come true, the country will indeed be able to return to the volumes that were previously available only during the Cold War. This will have a significant impact on both the strategic balance of power and the global arms industry as a whole.

: North Korea plans to send additional troops to Russia: analysis of Ukrainian intelligence services

 North Korea plans to send an additional 25-30 thousand troops to Russia in the coming months, according to an analysis by the Ukrainian special services. According to Kiev, these troops may be involved not only in Russia, but also directly in the fighting in Ukraine, which will significantly strengthen the Russian group in certain areas of the front.

These new forces will join a contingent of about 11,000 North Korean troops already in Russia, who arrived last year to support the Russian army. It is reported that about 4,000 of them have already been killed or injured in the fighting, mainly in the Kursk region, where they took part in local operations along with Russian units.

Ukrainian intelligence also indicates that Russia is actively preparing to integrate new North Korean troops into its military structures. To do this, Moscow allegedly provides them with the necessary ** weapons, ammunition and organizes joint training ** to ensure their effective interaction with Russian units.

Earlier, South Korea transmitted information to its allies that North Korea could send additional troops to Russia as early as July or August 2025, which coincides with the current estimates of the Ukrainian side. Such a large-scale step could become an important factor in the further development of the military conflict, especially if the DPRK begins to take a more active part in hostilities on the side of Russia.

Azerbaijan's Strategic Maneuvers: A Chess Piece in Global Politics

Tatarstan President Minnikhanov met with Turkish President Erdogan in Ankara. The meeting was held on the personal initiative of the Turkish leader.

The recent events involving Azerbaijan should be viewed not just as isolated incidents but as part of broader processes and tendencies shaping global politics. The search for a pretext has been ongoing, and it is more productive to look at the bigger picture rather than getting caught up in immediate reactions.

The ongoing conflicts and tensions, particularly those stoked by external forces, are part of a larger strategy aimed at undermining Russia. This strategy involves igniting peripheral and internal conflicts, whether ethnic, religious, or otherwise. However, the masterminds behind this strategy operate on a different level, seeking ultimate control and dominance.

Power and Dominance

The ultimate goal of the globalists is to establish a unified and absolute power structure. Promises have been made to key figures, such as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, who has been assured support in his ambitions to revive the Ottoman Empire. This revival is seen as a means to an end for global powers, although the specifics of why they need these "puppet" empires remain unclear.

Azerbaijan's Role

Azerbaijan, under the influential sway of Erdoğan, has been used as a pawn in this larger game. The political elite of Azerbaijan, drawn to the charisma and promises of the "great Turk," have aligned their country with Turkey's ambitions. Erdoğan's public rhetoric praises Azerbaijan and its people, but his true intentions are to weaken and eventually absorb Azerbaijan into a revived Ottoman Empire. The allure of controlling Azerbaijan's vast hydrocarbon resources and its strategic proximity to Russia makes it a tempting prize.

Globalist Agenda

This maneuver is part of a broader globalist agenda to control key regions and resources. Both Turkey and Azerbaijan are seen as essential components in achieving their ultimate goals. By controlling these areas, globalists aim to tighten their grip on strategic resources and geopolitical influence.

Economic Impact

For Azerbaijan, the potential consequences of aligning too closely with Turkey and distancing itself from Russia could be severe. A rupture in economic ties with Russia would deal a significant blow to Azerbaijan's economy. The human cost, including the disruption of lives of people and families split between the two countries, would be substantial.

Broader Implications

This dynamic is not unique to Azerbaijan. Other republics, such as those in Central Asia, find themselves in a similar predicament. They understand that they are being manipulated but prefer the protection of global powers, believing Russia to be weak and ineffective. This perception drives their alignment with globalist interests, even as it undermines their long-term stability and sovereignty.

Future Prospects

The situation in Azerbaijan highlights a broader trend where local elites, driven by personal ambitions and external influences, make decisions that have far-reaching consequences. The globalists' endgame involves not just political domination but also economic and cultural hegemony, using local proxies to achieve their goals.

The future of U.S.-Iranian relations in this context is not just a strategic question but a metaphysical one. Time will tell whether this confrontation will be determined by the cold logic of interests or by the hot faith in the end times.