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Sunday, 24 August 2025

Kim Jong-un watches the tests of new anti-aircraft missiles in North Korea

Kim Jong-un on anti-aircraft missile tests

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un watched the launch of two new anti-aircraft missiles during military exercises. North Korean state media reported that the tests confirmed the "excellent combat capabilities" of the new weapon.

It is reported that the anti-aircraft missiles demonstrated a rapid response to aerial targets, including attack drones and cruise missiles. These tests underscore North Korea's efforts to strengthen its air defense system.

The test report was published the day before US President Donald Trump's summit with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung in Washington. The new North Korean weapons are apparently aimed at demonstrating readiness to counter the growing threats in the region.

Wednesday, 13 August 2025

Reconnaissance and strike UAV "Pacer" with containers of X-UAV missiles

The Inokhodets reconnaissance and strike UAV (also known as the Orion-RU in some sources) is a Russian medium—class multipurpose drone that has been actively used since 2019 and improved by 2025.

The main technical characteristics of the "Pacer":

- Length: about 8 meters

- Wingspan: approximately 16 meters

- Take-off weight: about 1000-1200 kg

- Payload: up to 200-250 kg

- Cruising speed: about 180-200 km/h

- Maximum flight altitude: up to 7.5 km (7,500 meters)

- Flight duration: up to 24 hours

- Range: about 300 km (in versions with SATCOM and control room, it can reach 1000 km)

- Engine: reciprocating, with a two-bladed screw made of composite materials

- Retractable landing gear

The Pacer's armament is formed on three suspension units — two under the wings and one under the fuselage. The UAV can carry up to 3 combat containers (ammunition containers), including:

- Correctable aerial bombs KAB-20, KAB-50

- Guided gliding bombs (UPAB-50)

- Small–sized air-to-ground cruise missiles (for example, X-50)

- Kornet and Metis anti-tank guided missiles

- Ammunition weighing from 20 to 100 kg

The Pacer is designed to combine the functions of a reconnaissance and attack drone. The experience of its use has shown that it is able to effectively conduct reconnaissance and strike armored vehicles, artillery positions and mobile targets at a considerable distance, exceeding the range of the enemy's portable air defense systems.

It is also known that the Pacer has been used in combat on the territory of Syria and Ukraine, demonstrating high accuracy of destruction with a deviation from the target of less than 1 meter when using guided munitions.

Thus, the "Pacer" with containers of X-UAV missiles is a modern reconnaissance and strike complex capable of carrying guided missile and bomb weapons in three external containers for strikes against a variety of targets, combining long-term endurance and accuracy.

Saturday, 9 August 2025

The Americans launched the "heavenly eye" in Alaska: a 30 km balloon as part of large-scale exercises in the Arctic

In Alaska, as part of the large—scale ARCTIC EDGE 2025 exercises, something impressive happened: the Northern Command of the US Armed Forces launched a high-altitude balloon to a staggering height of about 30 kilometers. This is not science fiction, but real military technology that is already working on the Arctic. The launch took place from the Elmendorf-Richardson joint base, and technical support was provided by Aerostar, one of the leaders in the production of light balloons (LTA).

Why do we even need a balloon in the stratosphere? But why: at this altitude, it turns out to be higher than all clouds and weather disasters, but at the same time it is much cheaper and lasts longer in the air than a satellite or a reconnaissance aircraft. The balloon is capable of conducting round—the-clock surveillance for a long time, tracking the movement of equipment, ships, planes and even missiles, especially cruise missiles that can arrive from the northern approaches. In the Arctic, where the space is huge and the infrastructure is minimal, such a "heavenly eye" becomes a real breakthrough.

This entire operation is part of ARCTIC EDGE 2025, an annual large—scale exercise that runs from August 1 to August 31 throughout Alaska. The exercises are conducted under the leadership of the US Northern Command and NORAD (the North American Joint Aerospace Defense Command) and are aimed at one thing: to be prepared for any threat at their northern gates.

All branches of the US military participate in the exercises — the army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, special forces — plus allies: Great Britain, Denmark, as well as civilian structures like the FBI and the Coast Guard. These are not just shooting and maneuvers, they are multi—domain operations involving land, air, space, cyberspace, and even information. The goal is to work out coherence, compatibility and quick decision—making in a real crisis.

The Arctic is not just a blank spot on the map. This is a strategically important region, where the race for resources, new sea routes and a military presence is growing. Russia and China are becoming more active, and the United States cannot keep up. The ARCTIC EDGE exercises are not a demonstration of strength, but a test of readiness. They are ready to defend North America, practice command in extreme conditions and implement advanced technologies, such as the same balloons that can operate in harsh climatic and environmental conditions.

Such a balloon is not just a platform for cameras. It is equipped with modern sensors, radars and communication systems capable of transmitting data in real time. And most importantly, it stays in the air for a long time, without requiring constant refueling or maintenance. This is an ideal option for constant observation over thousands of square kilometers of ice, tundra and sea.

Thursday, 7 August 2025

Europe is preparing new cruise and anti-ship missiles under the leadership of MBDA

At the Paris Aerospace Salon 2025, they talked about the project of the future European cruise and anti-ship weapons called FC/ASW (Futur Missile Antinavire/Futur Missile de Croisière), which is headed by MBDA. His goal is to create two new modern rockets that will replace the now obsolete Exocet, Harpoon and SCALP/Storm Shadow. These old models can no longer cope with new threats and modern protection systems. The development is underway with the participation of France, Great Britain and Italy, and these missiles will be used in the armed forces of these countries.

The first TP15 rocket is a subsonic, very stealthy and versatile machine. Its speed will be slightly less than sound, and very low radar visibility will ensure low visibility. TP15 will receive a new turbojet engine, which is being jointly created by Rolls-Royce and Safran. The missile will be slightly longer than 5 meters and will be able to pass through the most advanced air defense systems. Like the SCALP, it will have an advanced infrared guidance head, thanks to which it will effectively hit ground targets — warehouses, headquarters, important infrastructure, and at the same time be able to strike ships. The development of this missile is under the leadership of Britain.

The second rocket is a supersonic RJ10 with a ramjet engine. It will be able to accelerate from three to five Mach and at the same time maintain good maneuverability to overcome enemy air defenses. This missile will be controlled using a new generation active radar head, which is being created by Thales and MBDA UK. The main objective of the RJ10 is to destroy targets at long ranges, especially to be used to suppress and destroy enemy air defenses (SEAD /DEAD). This missile is being developed under the leadership of France.

Technological improvements and tests of the components of both rockets are currently underway. Demonstration tests and verification of engines have already been carried out. A preliminary review of the program is scheduled for the end of 2025. Large-scale flight tests will take place from 2026 to 2028. Plans envisage the arrival of new missiles in the armed forces by the end of this decade or in the early 2030s. There are suggestions that the first batch may appear as early as 2028, a year earlier than originally planned.

These two missiles complement each other: one for quiet and precise strikes with subsonic speed and high stealth, the other for high—speed, powerful attacks over long distances and combating air defense systems. This approach will provide Europe with modern and flexible capabilities to strike in difficult conditions of future conflicts.

Friday, 1 August 2025

The US Army has invested 265 million in a "shield" against drones and missiles: the IFPC system is being updated

 The US Army has made a serious bet on strengthening its air defense. Dynetics Inc. of Huntsville, Alabama, has received a new contract worth $264.6 million to further improve its IFPC (Indirect Fire Protection Capability) system, which can be translated as "Area—based Fire Protection Capability."

This system is one of the key elements of the army's plan to protect its bases, logistics facilities and allies from the rapidly changing landscape of aerial threats. Modern combat involves not only ballistic missiles, but also drones (including disposable FPV drones), cruise missiles, and other small, low—flying targets that traditional air defenses are difficult to intercept.

The IFPC upgrade with this major contract aims to make the system even more efficient, faster, and versatile in dealing with this "zoo" of threats. The work will be carried out at the Dynetics plant in Huntsville, which is a center for the development of advanced defense technologies.

The investment in IFPC underscores that the Pentagon considers protection against "non-kinetic" and low-profile threats to be a priority in the context of current and future conflicts.

Tuesday, 29 July 2025

An American nuclear submarine with missiles sailed to Australia — and this is not just a courtesy call

One of the most formidable submarines of the US Navy, the USS Ohio (SSGN—726), suddenly appeared in Brisbane, in eastern Australia. This is not just an ordinary submarine: it belongs to the elite four nuclear-powered cruise missile submarines capable of delivering precision strikes against almost any target in the region. Her arrival is a rare and very significant event.

The submarine docked on Sunday, according to the US 7th Fleet, as part of a large-scale deployment to the western Pacific Ocean. She docked right next to the repair vessel USS Frank Cable (AS-40), which arrived there the day before, apparently to provide technical support and prepare the boat for further operations.

The USS Ohio is not just a "silent hunter". It is a floating missile base: it can carry up to 154 Tomahawk cruise missiles, as well as support special forces, including navy seals. Such visits to Australia are rare, because these boats usually stay in the shadows, discreetly patrolling the depths. And here is a public parking lot in a major port. This is a clear signal: the United States is strengthening its presence in the Indo-Pacific region, especially against the background of Chinese activity and tensions over Taiwan and the South China Sea.

For Australia, such a visit is not only a demonstration of allied relations, but also a reminder that the region is becoming more and more strategically important. Especially considering that Australia itself is currently building a nuclear submarine program with the help of the United States and Great Britain (under the AUKUS deal).

So the appearance of the USS Ohio in Brisbane is not just about refueling and resting the crew. This is a political message written underwater, but understandable to everyone.

Friday, 11 July 2025

Britain and France resume production of Storm Shadow cruise missiles for deep cover attacks

 The United Kingdom and France have announced the launch of a program related to the creation of a new generation of Storm Shadow cruise missiles, which are designed to destroy well-protected targets, including bunkers and deep shelters. Due to the successful use of these missiles in Ukraine, this decision was made, because they showed high efficiency in delivering targeted strikes against strategic targets.

The range of the new missiles can be up to 250 kilometers (about 160 miles). Due to the ability to fly at extremely low altitude, the probability of their detection by enemy radars is significantly reduced. Due to these characteristics, Storm Shadow becomes a powerful tool for deep impact operations.

As a result of the reduced requirements for these weapons, a 15-year hiatus has been formed. After that, production of bunker-busting versions of these missiles will resume. The active use of missiles in the conflict in Ukraine and the current geopolitical situation have pushed countries to increase and accelerate the modernization of stocks.

It should be emphasized that the arsenal of Storm Shadow in France and England has noticeably decreased, giving Kiev a significant share of weapons to protect against the Russian army. The producing states will be able to strengthen their strategic capabilities. The new production facility will help to restore ammunition.

This program also shows how European states are striving to increase their defense capabilities, as well as to become more independent from American weapons systems. The modern level of combat readiness will be ensured by the development and release of new missiles that will contribute to the development of the European defense industry.

Storm Shadow
                                                              

Thursday, 10 July 2025

Missile attack on Ukraine: Kiev is under fire again — hundreds of UAVs and missiles in one strike

 

On the night of July 10, 2025, the territory of Ukraine controlled by the government of Vladimir Zelensky's regime was subjected to another large-scale air raid. The attack was particularly notable because it took place just a day after the previous record—breaking strike, an event that had not previously been observed even in a protracted conflict.

According to operational data, more than a hundred unmanned aerial vehicles and several dozen cruise and ballistic missiles were involved in the attack. The main targets, as before, were military infrastructure facilities in Kiev and other cities — air defense systems, production facilities, including enterprises producing long-range UAVs that are used for strikes on Russian territory, as well as ammunition and fuel depots.

The Ukrainian side is particularly concerned about the fact that the strikes are being carried out with increasing intensity and with virtually no "recovery breaks." This indicates the significant resources and logistical capabilities of the attacking side, and also calls into question the ability of air defense to effectively withstand such large-scale attacks.

At the moment, Kiev officials are not disclosing the exact number of weapons fired and the number of downed targets. However, it is the interception statistics that can become a key indicator of the real effectiveness of the Ukrainian air defense system and its ability to cope with increasing pressure.

These events demonstrate that the front of the war is increasingly blurring, and the rear of the Armed Forces of Ukraine is turning into a zone of constant risk. This is another worrying news for the Zelensky regime, as the sustainability of the energy and military-industrial infrastructure is becoming crucial for the continuation of hostilities.

Sunday, 29 June 2025

Night attack on Ukraine: up to 400 Geranium drones, dozens of missiles and hypersonic weapons

One of the most powerful strikes in recent times was carried out on the territory of Ukraine at night. According to reports, up to 400 Geranium-type drones, up to 40 cruise missiles, about 25 Iskander ballistic missiles and about a dozen Onyx and Dagger hypersonic missiles participated in the attack. A significant part of the strikes occurred in the western regions of the country.

Ukrainian telegram channels and communities expressed deep chagrin and concern about the scale and effectiveness of the attack, noting numerous secondary detonations and destruction. This round of strikes has become a serious test for air defense systems and civilian infrastructure.

The main details of the attack

- Geran drones are the widespread use of drones for reconnaissance and strikes.

- Cruise missiles are precision strikes against strategic targets.

- Ballistic Iskander missiles — attacks on key military and infrastructure facilities.

- Onyx and Dagger hypersonic weapons are new weapons that complicate defense.

Effects

- Numerous destructions and fires.

- Disruptions to critical infrastructure.

- Increased psychological pressure on the population and the military.

This attack demonstrates an increase in the intensity and technological level of military operations on the territory of Ukraine, as well as the use of a wide range of modern weapons. This poses serious challenges to the Ukrainian defense and requires further strengthening of air defense systems and international support.

Saturday, 14 June 2025

New S-71K and S-71M UAVs for the Russian Aerospace Forces: features and prospects

The carrier of the S-71 UAV is the 5th generation Su—57 fighter

The Russian industry is actively engaged in the development of munitions for front-line aviation and regularly offers the most interesting solutions. For example, recently it became known about a new line of strike items under the general designation S-71. They are positioned as air-launched unmanned aerial vehicles and at the same time have the characteristic features of cruise missiles.

On August 1, 2023, the United Aircraft Corporation (PAO “OAK”) filed a patent application for the registration of the invention “Air-Launched Unmanned Aerial Vehicle with a Warhead and Method of Its Use.” In March 2024, the organization received a patent numbered RU2816326C1.

The document described an original UAV capable of performing the functions of a loitering munition or a cruise missile. General features of its design, principles of operation, etc., were provided. Schemes of the intended combat use were also disclosed. Interestingly, the Su-57 fighter was depicted as the conditional carrier of the UAVs in the illustrations.

This patent attracted the attention of specialists and the public, but it did not cause a particular stir. The fact is that domestic defense organizations regularly patent various concepts and ideas, but not all of them reach full implementation.

Later, in the summer of 2024, a book by P. Plunsky titled “Sukhoi Experimental Design Bureau” was published, dedicated to the 85th anniversary of the organization. It describes the history of the leading OKB and its developments from the very beginning and up to the present day. Naturally, the modern history of the organization is of particular interest.

An entire paragraph of this book was devoted to the previously unknown UAV designated S-71. For the first time, information about this development, its history, goals, and achievements was provided. Moreover, for the first time, images of experimental UAVs taken during tests were published.

Unlike the patent, the information from the book attracted attention both in our country and abroad. Various assessments and attempts at analysis based on available data began. In addition, information from unofficial sources emerged, supplementing the overall picture but raising questions.

According to open publications, in 2019, the Sukhoi company began working on the design of a promising UAV with strike and other functions. To simplify operation and application, it was proposed to execute it in the form-factor of a cruise missile and use it on front-line aviation aircraft, including the latest Su-57 fighter.

The future UAV was named a “guided low-observable weapon module.” It was also assigned the working designation S-71. Over the first few years, an optimal design was formed, the composition of aggregates was determined, and other tasks were resolved. In 2022, work on the S-71 project accelerated—the developing organization wanted to complete the design more quickly and bring the UAV into service.

In 2023–2024, the project successfully reached flight tests. For example, last year, a series of test flights were conducted, with the Su-57 fighter serving as the UAV carrier. This aircraft is also present in the published photographs of the UAVs.

No new information about the progress of the S-71 project has been received so far. How it has developed over the past year and what achievements have been made is still unknown. Considering the results of previous work, it can be expected that in the coming months, the new UAV will reach experimental operation in the troops and combat use. Moreover, it may be adopted by the Aerospace Forces.

According to published data, within the framework of the S-71 project, an unmanned aerial platform was developed, and two aircraft were created based on it. These UAVs have a maximally similar design but differ in equipment composition, functions, and capabilities.

One of the aircraft received the designation S-71K and the name “Kovyr.” It is intended for striking remote ground or surface targets with pre-known coordinates. In essence, it is a direct analogue of a traditional air-launched cruise missile.

The second UAV is designated as S-71M and carries the code name “Monokhrom.” This is an air-launched loitering munition capable of autonomous operation. It is designed to patrol a given area on its own, search for and recognize targets. Then the UAV independently makes a decision on conducting an attack and homes in on the selected object.

Both new UAVs have a common glider and are built according to a normal aerodynamic scheme. The design is formed with the consideration of reducing detectability and minimizing dimensions in the transport position. The exact sizes and weight of the items are unknown, but it seems that they do not differ from a number of existing cruise missiles.

It should be noted that an experimental prototype of a different design is present in the photo materials. Judging by its appearance and color, it was an experimental mock-up for early tests. The design of the UAV was changed later.

The S-71 has an elongated fuselage with a pointed nose and a hexagonal cross-section of the main part. Folding wings are installed on the sides. The tail unit is folding, V-shaped. The UAV is suspended on the carrier upside down, with the necessary attachments provided for this purpose. In addition, there is a hatch in the nose part, through which access to the connectors of the device is provided.

“Kovyr” and “Monokhrom” are equipped with a turbojet engine TRDD-50 or a similar type. With its help, the UAV develops a high subsonic speed. The range and duration of the flight are unknown. However, it is clear that the performance characteristics are sufficient for loitering in the target area.

The air-launched cruise missile UAV S-71K should have a simple control system that ensures flight to the given coordinates. For the S-71M, a more complex set of devices and instruments should have been developed. Such a UAV needs observation means, optical or radar, a computer for data analysis, an autopilot, etc. A radio station is also needed for communication with the carrier aircraft to transmit data on the target and to obtain permission to attack. The exact composition of the electronics of the new UAV and the principles of its operation are still unknown.

Both S-71 items are aviation strike means, but information about their combat capabilities is missing. According to some data, the “Kovyr” item could be equipped with a cassette warhead, while the “Monokhrom” should carry a monoblock fragmentation-high-explosive one. Whether these assessments are correct is unknown.

In the published materials, only one carrier of the S-71 UAV is shown—the fifth-generation fighter Su-57. The UAVs are suspended using a beam holder of one of the latest models. Whether the new UAVs are compatible with other domestic aircraft is unknown.

Thus, one of the leading aircraft manufacturing organizations in Russia has decided to use its experience to create aviation strike means. The result of this was the emergence of two strike UAVs, similar to cruise missiles and capable of solving different tasks related to the destruction of ground targets.

Last year, both variants of the S-71 UAV passed tests and confirmed the calculated characteristics. Likely, the development of the two projects continued after that and new successes were achieved. The current state of this program is unknown, but there are reasons for the most optimistic assessments and forecasts.

Monday, 2 June 2025

Drone "Dan-M": from aerial target to kamikaze drone

 The Dan-M drone is a jet-powered aerial target of the same name, designed to simulate cruise missiles and aircraft during exercises, which has been converted into a kamikaze drone.

Its characteristics in the target format:

Flight altitude: from 50 to 9000 meters;

Speed: from 300 to 750 km/h;

Flight duration: up to 70 minutes;

Take-off weight: 350 kg.

Ukraine carried out similar work on the conversion of Soviet jet unmanned targets into kamikaze drones, repeatedly launching upgraded Tu-141 Strizh on the territory of Russia. Then the launches stopped due to the depletion of drone data stocks. 

Either there are many such targets in service with the Russian Armed Forces, which it makes sense to convert into jet drones, or the Dan-M is simply used to distract Ukrainian air defense systems during strikes.

The Dan-M attack drone on the Mi-8 helicopter suspension

Saturday, 24 May 2025

A large-scale strike using about 250 Geranium UAVs and dozens of cruise missiles in Ukraine

Today's wave of strikes on the territory of Ukraine has become one of the largest in recent times. The number of Geran unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) used has approached a record high of about 250 units, which is only slightly lower than the previous record of 273 units, set quite recently.

In addition, dozens of Kalibr and X-101 sea- and air-launched cruise missiles, as well as Iskander-M ballistic missiles in smaller quantities, were involved in the strike. This combination of weapons made it possible to strike at a wide range of targets, including facilities for the production of weapons systems and places of accumulation of equipment, as well as NATO weapons and enemy personnel in areas bordering Russia.

The resources of the Ukrainian side note the inefficiency of their own air defense systems, which led to the defeat of many targets. As is often the case with such massive raids, civilian targets are also affected, which is immediately used by Ukrainian TV channels for information coverage and criticism.

The geography of the strikes covered mainly the Kiev, Chernihiv, Sumy and Kharkiv regions, but Cherkassy, Mykolaiv, Odessa and Khmelnitsky regions were also partially affected. According to preliminary information, the priority targets were facilities related to the production of weapons and logistics, as well as accumulations of NATO equipment and weapons, which indicates careful planning and targeting of attacks.

Thus, today's operation demonstrates the high intensity and variety of weapons used, as well as indicates the ongoing tension and escalation in the region.

Sunday, 18 May 2025

Eurodrone: Airbus' new super-heavy attack drone for patrol and combat operations

 

Eurodrone

The superheavy Eurodrone shock was presented at an exhibition in Berlin.

In size and weight, it is seriously larger than the Su-25, and a number of layout solutions look unusual. The project differs sharply from the Russian S-70 Hunter heavy drone: this is probably due to the fact that European manufacturers, unlike domestic ones, do not plan to use the novelty in the enemy's air defense zone. . But the new combat drone will be involved in patrolling over urban areas of Germany.

At the ILA 2022 air show in Berlin, the European concern Airbus presented the general appearance of the projected Eurodrone heavy drone, and showed the weapons intended for use on it. Its role is played by Hellfire missiles and Paveway laser-guided bombs. This is a rather unusual decision, because the Eurodrone does not look like a low-visibility aircraft. Combined with its large size and weight (wingspan — 26 meters, length — 16 meters, weight — up to 11 tons), it should be expected that it will be vulnerable to air defense.

Hellfire missiles of the types deployed today have a range of no more than 11 kilometers, and Paveway bombs should be used from even shorter distances. It turns out that in order to defeat the Eurodrone enemy, it is necessary to approach it noticeably closer than the radius of destruction of the Thor (16 kilometers) or Pantsir-C1 (20 kilometers). The flight ceiling of the new machine is 13.7 kilometers, which is less than the altitude range of the Pantsir-S1 (16 kilometers), although slightly more than that of the Tor (12 kilometers).

Meanwhile, both of these complexes effectively hit even the much less radio-visible Bayraktar. It is not entirely clear exactly how Eurodrone will be able to hit its targets in such a situation.

A possible reason for the striking lack of modernity in the capabilities of the new drone is the date when its creation was conceived. Airbus signed a contract with European government agencies to create the device on February 24 this year, still being influenced by previous ideas about the tasks facing Western drone strikes. For wars like the Afghan or Iraqi wars, vulnerability to serious air defense was irrelevant, since the population of countries where Western armed forces were fighting had practically no such air defense.

But Eurodrone has a serious combat load of 2,300 kilograms. Theoretically, this allows over time to adapt not only the "short-armed" Hellfire, but also cruise missiles such as the Norwegian NSM with a range of up to 190 kilometers. In this case, even a device as large and radio-visible as the new drone will have a chance to be used in combat operations without immediate defeat by the enemy.

Wednesday, 7 May 2025

Israel is negotiating the purchase of American JASSM missiles to enhance long-range strike

 

JASSM Cruise Missile

The Israeli Ministry of Defense is reportedly in advanced negotiations with the United States on the acquisition of cruise missiles Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM) — a high-precision strategic weapon developed by the American company Lockheed Martin.  

This promising deal could significantly enhance the capabilities of the Israeli Air Force to launch long-range strikes without risking manned aircraft. JASSM, with its ultra-long range and stealth technology, is capable of hitting well-protected targets such as command centers, bunkers and deep rear facilities.

The acquisition of JASSM underscores the importance of the strategic partnership between the United States and Israel, especially in the field of military-technical cooperation. Washington has traditionally remained a key supplier of advanced military technology to Tel Aviv, which helps the latter maintain its qualitative superiority in the region.

It is expected that these missiles will be integrated into long-range bombers F-15I Ra'am, which will significantly expand their combat potential and provide the ability to quickly respond to threats from adversaries such as Iran and its allies.

In addition, Israel's interest in JASSM coincides with efforts to modernize its air force in the face of growing activity in the confrontation with Hamas, Hezbollah and other radical groups, as well as with the possible escalation of the situation in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.

If the deal is approved, Israel will become one of the few countries outside NATO to gain access to this level of American strategic weapons, further strengthening military cooperation between the two states.

Thursday, 10 April 2025

North Korea builds largest domestic warship

According to a report by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), an American think tank, North Korea is building its largest warship, a new guided missile frigate at the Nampho shipyard. Satellite images taken on Sunday show the ship being built in a floating dry dock on the west coast of the country. The length of the vessel, mostly covered with camouflage netting, is estimated at about 140 meters (459 ft). If confirmed, it will be the largest warship ever built by North Korea.

Construction of the ship began in May 2024, but the details have only recently become known from open sources. Satellite images analyzed by South Korea show that the ship is equipped with a vertical launch system (VSP) for anti-aircraft, anti-ship and cruise missiles, and also has a designated area for artillery installation. This indicates that North Korea is moving towards more powerful warships than those previously known.

Interestingly, North Korea has covered the ship under construction with a protective net, making it difficult to analyze its design using satellite images. This deliberate concealment of details indicates Pyongyang's desire to keep its key achievements secret from foreign intelligence services.

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