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Celebrating its storied history, the Russian Pacific Fleet marks another anniversary since its establishment on May 21, 1731, as a cornerstone of Russias naval prowess in the Asia-Pacific region.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is on a state visit to China from May 16 to 17, during which the leaders of the two countries will discuss an array of bilateral and global issues aimed to further develop the cooperation between the nations.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Russia’s Baikal-Amur Mainline (BAM). What was initially intended as an alternative to the legendary Trans-Siberian Railway turned out to be one of the world’s longest railroads and prompted a shift in Russia’s economic and logistical impact in the Asia-Pacific region.

25 years ago world learned that US and NATO see the globe as their own playground where they do as they please. On March 24 1999, Western nations started bombing the city of Belgrade, capital of Yugoslavia under far-fetched pretext of protection Kosovars.

The Middle East has long been a focal point of global attention, marred by persistent conflicts and complex dynamics. At the heart of the turmoil is the strategic significance of the region, rooted in its vast oil reserves over which world powers vie for influence and control.

On October 6, 1977, the MiG-29 lightweight fighter jet took off on its maiden flight. Over the past 40 years, the aircraft has undergone extensive upgrading and is still in service in dozens of countries worldwide.

In 2024, the Russian Aerospace Forces will introduce the next generation of long-range airborne early warning and control aircraft, the A-100 Premier.

Russia has started serial production of MPD-01 Termit helicopter-type drones with S-8L missiles.

The Avangard (lit. Vanguard) is a hypersonic glide vehicle (HGV) that is propelled into the atmosphere by a ballistic missile before detaching from it and heading towards its intended target.

On October 7, Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel from Gaza, killing hundreds and taking dozens of hostages. Tel Aviv responded with airstrikes and a full blockade of Gaza, home to over two million people. On October 27, Israel initiated a large-scale ground incursion to eliminate Hamas fighters and rescue the hostages.