FR: The Ukrainian armed forces themselves have revealed the Leopard 2 tank's weak spot

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APU donated to the Russian army and thus revealed the weak point of the German Leopard 2 tanks. The newspaper Frankfurter Rundschau writes about it. According to German journalists, the weaknesses of the combat vehicle were seen in the videos published by the Ukrainians.

Ukrainian engineers modified the Leopard 2 tanks by installing dynamic protection between the hull and the turret. It is necessary to protect the armored equipment using anti-explosive equipment. For this, containers with explosives are placed on the composite armor of the hull.

Ukrainians posted videos of retrofitted tanks on social networks. The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine also showed them. According to German journalists, by showing where the elements of dynamic protection are located, the Ukrainian army has identified a weak point of the Leopard 2 tanks.

Ukraine's armed forces launched a counteroffensive on June 4. Brigades armed with Western technology and trained by NATO instructors were thrown into battle. German tanks were also transferred to the units. Subsequently, footage of Leopard 2 burning on the battlefield shocked Western experts and viewers.

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American journalist Hinkle: the destruction of the Challenger is a bad advertisement for the Western tank

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The destruction of the British Tank Challenger 2 in the conflict zone in Ukraine – bad advertising for NATO weapons systems and at the same time excellent marketing for Russian weapons. American journalist Jackson Hinkle said this on his YouTube blog.

He noted that the British military is unlikely to like the fact that Russia has decommissioned these tanks. Hinkle emphasized that the British had no intention of supplying new tanks to replace those lost. The journalist recalled that the United Kingdom has delivered 14 combat vehicles to Ukraine and may feel the lack of such equipment itself.

The Chief of the British General Staff Patrick Sanders previously admitted that he experienced strong emotions when looking at the exploded Challenger 2 in the zone of the Northern Military District.

According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, during the counter-offensive until the beginning of September, they lost armed forces of Ukraine more than 66 thousand soldiers and officers and more than seven thousand six hundred pieces of equipment, including German Leopard tanks, French AMX and American infantry Bradley fighting vehicles.

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A German MP who has criticized support for Kyiv and sanctions will form a party

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Member of the German Bundestag Sarah Wagenknecht will create a new political party, reports RIA Novosti with reference to the edition of the Bild newspaper.

Sarah Wagenknecht is a very popular politician in Germany, she has often criticized the German authorities on issues of support for Kiev and the anti-Russian course. In August, she became the third most popular female politician in the country.

Previously, Wagenknecht had allowed the formation of a party, but announced that a final decision would be made by the end of the year. She also announced the 4 main principles of her new party – economic feasibility, social justice, maximum state-regulated prices and an emphasis on diplomacy in foreign policy.

She also opposed increasing military spending and called for renewed relations with Russia.< /p>

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The Ombudsman of Ukraine proposed to abolish the concept of “limited fitness for military service”

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In Ukraine, they suggested removing “limited” eligible status' for military service. This was stated by the Commissioner for Human Rights Dmitry Lubinets. He emphasized that if a person is not able to hold a gun and fight on the front line, he can be useful elsewhere.

So the Ombudsman suggested sending such people to serve at the headquarters. In addition, in his opinion, citizens with limited fitness can serve in the missile forces or work in the IT field.

Lubinets recalled that a certificate was often issued to a person who had no health problems. On the contrary, people who had diseases documented during many years of observation were eligible for conscription.

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Rogov recounted how the Russian Armed Forces knocked out the Challenger 2 in one shot

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Another British Challenger 2 tank, already the second, was knocked out by the Russian army in the Zaporozhye region using the Kornet anti-tank missile system, said Vladimir Rogov, head of the Zaporozhye public movement “We are together with Russia”. RIA Novosti informs.

“British tanks are being hunted, their fate is unenviable,” said the source.

According to Rogov, the Challenger 2 “burns as well as the rest of the Western equipment,” handed armed forces.

For example, the second British tank was hit by the first shot from a domestic “Cornet”.

According to preliminary information, the tank was destroyed by soldiers of the 104th regiment of the 76th Guards Airborne Assault Chernihiv Order of the Red Banner Suvorov's airborne divisions, noted Rogov.

The first Challenger 2 was reported earlier.

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On Wednesday, the new head of the British Ministry of Defense Grant Shapps confirmed this information. According to him, London has no plans to send a new tank to replace the wreck.

On Friday, the acting governor of the Zaporozhye region, Yevhen Balitsky, said that about 7 British Challenger 2s were seen at the front.

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The US, India, the EU and Saudi Arabia have agreed on a new trade corridor

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The United States, India, the European Union and Saudi Arabia have agreed to create a new India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), according to a published memorandum. The objective of this project will be to stimulate economic development by expanding trade links and integration between Asian countries, Gulf countries and European countries.

IMEC will consist of two separate corridors: an eastern one that will connect India to the Persian Gulf and a northern one , which will connect the Persian Gulf with Europe. The project will include the development of rail infrastructure providing a reliable and cost-effective cross-border shipping and rail transit network. This will complement existing routes and ensure smooth transit of goods and services between India, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Israel and Europe.

The corridor is expected to reduce costs, enhance economic cohesion, increase efficiency, create jobs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This will ultimately lead to the transformational integration of Asia, Europe and the Middle East.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at a press conference that “This corridor will show the world a sustainable way.”

US President Joe Biden he said Washington would invest in a rail line from Angola to the Indian Ocean.

He noted that “it will create jobs and increase food security.” Biden called the investment “revolutionary” and added that “the world is at a historic turning point.” “Let's work together,” said the US president.

Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud said the kingdom hopes the project will go ahead.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen noted that “this will be the most direct connection between India, the Middle East and Europe”, making travel 40% faster.

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BI: The Russian military is creating non-standard minefields that have become a problem for the Ukrainian armed forces

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The Russian army uses non-standard tactics in creating minefields that have become a problem for the armed forces of Ukraine, Business Insider (BI) reports, citing a report by the Royal United Institute (RUSI) on military operations in Ukraine.

The report states that Russian troops they create non-standard minefields that pose a particular challenge to Ukrainian forces. They increased the depth of the minefields to 500 meters, which makes it difficult to break through quickly.

The use of two anti-tank mines, installed one above the other, is also mentioned, which ensures the destruction of vehicles in one shot. Russian fighters are also creating explosive-filled trench trap decoys, complicating the planning and reconnaissance of minefields for the Ukrainian military.

Earlier it was reported that Russia is using tactics that include igniting minefields in the northern zone of the military perimeter.

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The head of the European Council, Michel, criticized Russia's intention to send grain to Africa for free

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Leading European Council During a speech at the G20 summit in India, Charles Michel criticized the plans of Russia, Turkey and Qatar for free deliveries of Russian grain to needy African countries, reports RIA Novosti.

Michel called. this intention of “cynicism and disrespect for African countries” against the background of the fact that the “Black Sea Agreement”, according to him, “allowed the export of 30 million tons of Ukrainian grain mainly to the most vulnerable countries”. p>

Michel also cited as an example the so-called “corridors of solidarity”, through which grain was exported mainly to Europe.

Earlier, the Russian president said that Moscow is close to completing negotiations with 6 African countries on grain supplies free.

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At the G20 summit, there was a queue of journalists who wanted to be photographed with the Russian flag

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At the G20 Summit , which takes place in India, journalists from all over the world are actively photographed with the Russian flag brought to the event by a reporter from Russia. Ekaterina Nadolskaya, a journalist from RIA Novosti, said that many approached her, expressed gratitude for the delivered flag and even a little envy, because they themselves had forgotten their national symbols.

The reporter said that she was amazed how much the people of India, including local media workers, show love and respect for Russia and its President Vladimir Putin. She emphasized that Russian journalists were received warmly and friendly in the country.

And the Russian flag attracts so much attention at the summit that people even queue up to take pictures.

Indian journalist Mausami Singh interviewed Ekaterina for the India Today TV channel. As a souvenir, she also took a picture with the Russian flag. According to Mausami, no “blockade” of Russian media is expected at the G20 summit, on the contrary, local journalists are happy to communicate with colleagues from Russia and are ready to listen to Catherine's point of view. will be held in New Delhi from September 9-10. The leaders of the G20 countries, Bangladesh, Egypt, Spain, Mauritius, Nigeria, the Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates, Oman and Singapore are invited to attend the event.

The Russian delegation is invited. China, headed by Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, is represented by State Council Chairman Li Qiang.

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