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Russia Conducts Surprise Nuclear Readiness Drill
On Wednesday Putin oversaw a large snap drill that tested the readiness of Russia’s nuclear forces.
Iran and Russia Expand Defense Ties
A number of recent events highlight Tehran and Moscow’s growing military cooperation.
With Russia’s Help, Vietnam Adopts A2/AD Strategy
Armed with new submarines and Su-30s, Vietnam is altering the naval balance in the South China Sea.
Iran Claims It Can Build Aircraft Carriers, Unmanned Subs
Plus, Russia is set to overtake the UK and Japan as third largest defense spender. Thursday defense links.
With Russia in Middle East, China Claims Central Asia
Moscow’s diplomatic push in the Middle East will fail, even as it loses influence in more vital regions.
Will Russia Regret “Owning” Syria?
Putin has established Russia as Assad’s patron. As the US can attest, that’s not all it’s cracked up to be.
Russia to Sell China Su-35 Multirole Fighter Jets
After confusion earlier this year, Moscow has confirmed that it will sell China the 4++ generation fighters.
Russia’s Aircraft Carrier to Visit Syrian Naval Base
Russia’s only aircraft carrier will make a port call at Moscow’s small Tartus naval base in Syria in December.
Putin’s Russia: The Pretend Great Power
Putin has tried to portray Russia as having re-emerged as a great power. As Syria reveals, this is a façade.
Russia is Developing a 6th Generation, Pilotless Fighter Jet
It will also display its Su-35S 4++ gen and T-50 PAK FA 5th gen fighter jets at the MAKS air show this week.
In Egypt Crisis, Russia Sees Opportunity
Putin reportedly offered Egypt’s military all of Russia’s military facilities, and proposed joint exercises.
What’s North Korea Up to in Africa?
Plus, China and Russia will hold strategic bilateral talks. Tuesday diplomacy links.