Russian military

Just a few months short of a quarter-century as Russia's leader, Vladimir Putin will tomorrow put his hand on a copy of the constitution and begin another six-year term as president wielding extraordinary power.

A year ago, American officials seemed satisfied with how the war in Ukraine was going, thinking that the longer it went on, the more Vladimir Putin would bleed out, weakening his military and his country.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has issued a stark warning, stating that the West is on the brink of a direct military clash between nuclear powers, with potentially catastrophic consequences. Lavrov's statement comes amidst escalating tensions between Russia and NATO over Ukraine.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered a stern message Wednesday at the Delphi Economic Forum IX, stressing that Russian aggression extends beyond Ukraine, impacting the West and democratic nations.

Tensions in Ukraine have reached a critical juncture as reports emerge of new shelling by Russian forces, exacerbating the already complex situation on the front lines. Despite the onslaught, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared that Kyiv is formulating plans for a decisive counteroffensive against the aggressors.

The Netherlands, in collaboration with key international partners, is spearheading a conference in The Hague aimed at addressing the war crimes perpetrated by Russia in Ukraine.

In a thought-provoking article published in "Military Thought" magazine, Colonel-General Vladimir Zarudnitsky, head of the Academy of the General Staff of the Russian Army, has raised alarm bells about the possibility of a major conflict erupting in Europe.

Recently leaked classified documents shed light on Russia's readiness to utilize tactical nuclear weapons in military scenarios, suggesting a lower threshold for nuclear engagement than publicly acknowledged.

The Beriev A-50 aircraft, also known as the NATO "Mainstay", is an early warning and control aircraft used by Russia to monitor Ukrainian air defenses.
The plane usually flies with a crew of up to 15 staff and is estimated to cost over $300 million.

The ambassadors representing European Union member states have given their approval for the implementation of the 13th package of sanctions targeting Russia. According to the Belgian presidency, which made the announcement, these sanctions are expected to be among the most comprehensive yet.