Pyotr Veliky

End of a Leviathan: Russia Retires Pyotr Veliky, Closing a Chapter on Cold War Naval Supremacy

Russia’s maritime strategy and an unmistakable break with its Soviet past, Moscow has confirmed that it will not proceed with the long-anticipated modernization of its nuclear-powered battlecruiser Pyotr Veliky. Once proclaimed by Russian officials as “the most powerful surface warship...
Russian Iskader-M short-range ballistic missile.

Russian Missile Strike on Sumy Kills 35 Civilians, Sparks Global Outcry

In one of the deadliest assaults on Ukrainian civilians since the onset of Russia’s full-scale invasion, a Russian missile strike on the northeastern city of Sumy on Palm Sunday, April 13, has claimed the lives of at least 35 people,...
Alligator-9, Ukraine

Ukraine Unveils Alligator-9 Naval Drone Platform to Challenge Russian Maritime Superiority

Ukraine’s military has introduced the Alligator-9, a modular, multi-role naval drone platform designed for precision strikes and electronic warfare missions targeting Russian maritime forces. The development was first reported by the Ukrainian defense outlet Militarnyi, which published a screenshot from...
Russia Sends Treason Convict Alexey Zubritsky to the ISS

Convicted Ukrainian Defector Flies to Space: Russia Sends Treason Convict Alexey Zubritsky to the ISS

In a move that has shocked Ukrainian officials and drawn global scrutiny, a man convicted of state treason in Ukraine is now orbiting Earth aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of a Russian-led mission. On April 8, 2025,...
Ukraine Tryzub Laser Weapon

Ukraine Unveils “Tryzub” Laser Weapon: A New Chapter in Modern Air Defense

Ukraine has officially presented its domestically developed laser weapon system, named “Tryzub”, to the public. The system—unveiled by Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces and showcased in footage published by the defense media outlet Militarnyi—represents a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing...
China-Russia joint strategic air patrol over Sea of Japan

Japan’s Skyward Vigil: Sharp Uptick in Chinese Military Flights Prompts Japan to Ramp Up Air Defense Operations

In a stark reflection of escalating regional tensions, Japan's Ministry of Defense reported a significant uptick in emergency air scrambles, primarily in response to increased Chinese military flight activity near Japanese airspace. According to data released by the Joint Staff...
frigate “Admiral Gorshkov” launches a hypersonic “Tsirkon” missile during an exercise.

​Russia’s Naval Renaissance: Putin’s $100 Billion Gamble to Reassert Maritime Power​

In a dramatic pivot from decades of perceived naval decline, Russia is embarking on an ambitious $100.5 billion (8.4 trillion rubles) modernization program aimed at transforming its navy into a formidable force capable of projecting power across the globe. Announced...
Su-57 Felon fifth-generation fighter jets

Russia Advances New Su-57 Fighters Amid Production Challenges and Strategic Shifts

Russia has reportedly delivered two newly built Su-57 Felon stealth fighters to its Aerospace Forces, marked with tail numbers “25” and “26.” These aircraft are believed to be the first Su-57s delivered in 2025, signaling a continued commitment to the...
Russian Tanks

Russia’s Military Machine Defies Collapse With Soviet-Era Strategy and Modern Workarounds

Russia has endured and expanded its war effort in ways that defy early Western predictions. A new report by the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI), a leading British defense think tank, has revealed that as early as May 2022, Russia...
F-16 fighter jet

Ukrainian Fighter Pilot Pavlo Ivanov Death in F-16 Crash Amid Intensifying Aerial Operations

The Ukrainian Air Force has confirmed the death of Pavlo Ivanov, a 26-year-old fighter pilot who died in action on April 12 while flying an F-16 fighter jet during a combat mission. The young pilot's death, announced in an official...
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