(2023-09-05). Su-34 goes hypersonic, quintuples number of Russian 'Kinzhal' launch platforms. infobrics.org Although the exact number of modified MIG-31K/I jets in the VKS is a state secret, various military sources estimate there were approximately 30 such platforms before the start of the SMO. This gives a pretty good idea of why the "Kinzhal" wasn't used more extensively, although this is of little comfort for Moscow's enemies. On the other hand, as if that wasn't frightening enough for them already, there are up to 150 Su-34s in the VKS, meaning that the number of aircraft that can carry the "Kinzhal" just quintupled.
(2023-09-05). Kiev spreads lies, tries to provoke internationalization of the conflict. infobrics.org Ukrainian government accused Russia of attacking Romania, but the Romanian government itself denied.
(2023-09-05). Russian Miners, Chinese Investors Interested in Polymetal's Russian Assets. infobrics.org Russian miners and Chinese investors are among the parties interested in buying gold and silver producer Polymetal International's Russian assets, CEO Vitaly Nesis told the Financial Times…
(2023-09-05). Nicaragua Announces Its Intention to Join the BRICS. telesurenglish.net On Monday, Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega announced his nation's interest in joining the BRICS, the group of emerging economies led by Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. | RELATED: | "We are knocking on the door because that is the multipolar world," the leader of the Sandinista Front for National Liberation (FSLN) said during a ceremony on the occasion of the 44th anniversary of the constitution…
(2023-09-05). Germany to acquire hypersonic anti-ballistic missile system—another step towards nuclear war. wsws.org Germany is developing its own tactical and strategic missile system to wage war against Russia, independently of support from the US and other imperialist powers if necessary.
(2023-09-05). From the Partial Test Ban Treaty to a Nuclear Weapons-Free World. counterpunch.org This September is the 60th anniversary of U.S. and Soviet ratification of the world's first significant nuclear arms control agreement, the Partial Test Ban Treaty. Thus, it's an appropriate time to examine that treaty, as well as to consider what might be done to end the danger of nuclear annihilation. Although the use, in 1945,
(2023-09-05). S. Koreans condemn Japan's nuclear-contaminated wastewater discharge. ecns.cn Thousands of South Koreans, including politicians and more than 90 civic groups, continued a weekend rally in central Seoul on Saturday to protest against Japan's dumping of nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the ocean and call for government action on Fukushima wastewater. "ÄÄ…
(2023-09-05). US Officials Boasting About How Much The Ukraine War Serves US Interests. popularresistance.org One of the most glaring plot holes in the official mainstream narrative on Ukraine is the way US officials keep openly boasting that this supposedly unprovoked war which the US is only backing out of the goodness of its heart just so happens to serve US interests tremendously. | In a recent article for the Connecticut Post, Senator Richard Blumenthal assured Americans that "we're getting our money's worth on our Ukraine investment." | "For less than 3 percent of our nation's military budget, we've enabled Ukraine to degrade Russia's military strength by half," writes Blumenthal. "We've united NATO and caused the…
(2023-09-05). Headlines for September 5, 2023. democracynow.org Biden Administration to Supply Ukraine with Depleted Uranium Munitions, Russia and Ukraine Trade Drone Attacks; Zelensky Sacks Defense Minister Amid Graft Probe, Putin Rules Out Renewal of Black Sea Grain Deal, U.N. Predicts Conflict in Sudan Will Produce 1.8 Million New Refugees by Year's End, Coup Leader Brice Oligui Nguema Sworn In as Interim President of Gabon, Massive Protests in Niger Demand Withdrawal of French Troops, Chinese Leader Xi Jinping to Skip G20 Summit in India, U.N.-Backed Report Finds Accelerating Spread of Harmful Invasive Species, First Africa Climate Summit Opens in Kenya, Torrential…
(2023-09-05). Russian air defense shoots down a drone over Crimea. plenglish.com "We have foiled another attempt by Kiev to conduct a terrorist attack with a drone against objects on Russian territory. | According to the statement, four incidents with drones were recorded. | As measures, Moscow's airports temporarily suspended their operations, "all restrictions have already been lifted," it added. | The Ukrainian army regularly attacks Russian regions with the help of drones. The main strike falls in the border areas and central Russia.
(2023-09-05). Bucharest Denies Ukrainian Claim That Russian Drone Hit Romania. scheerpost.com 
(2023-09-05). Selected Articles: The West's Sanctions Hypocrisy: Russia's Import Substitution Programme. Sanctions Backfire. globalresearch.ca 
By Sanctions against Russia have proved to be a farce, with damaging blowback against European economies, continued (b…
(2023-09-05). A Comprehensive Ukrainian Defeat Is the Only Possible Outcome of Its Conflict with Russia. Scott Ritter. globalresearch.ca
(2023-09-05). Russia Destroys Drones in Kaluga and Moscow Regions. telesurenglish.net On Tuesday, the Russian Defense Ministry said that its air defense forces have destroyed Ukrainian drones in the Kaluga and Moscow regions. | RELATED: | "Today at night, air defense forces destroyed drones in the Kaluga Region and in the Istra district that were trying to commit an attack on Moscow," Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said, adding that there was no damage or casualties on the crash site. | Russia has reported a series…
(2023-09-05). The Collective West vs. Russia: Towards the End of a Pax Americana? globalresearch.ca
(2023-09-05). Soon the moment will come when we will change everything. lefteast.org Interview with Mikhail Lobanov about his 'foreign agent' status, anti-war political organising among the left in Russia and beyond.
(2023-09-05). Is CIA Director Bill Burns a Biden Yes-Man, a Putin Apologist or a Peacemaker? globalresearch.ca
(2023-09-05). Rusia dispuesta a reanudar el Acuerdo de Granos del mar Negro. telesurtv.net El presidente ruso Vladímir Putin abordó con su colega turco, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, las formas para destrabar el acuerdo.
(2023-09-05). China anuncia participación del primer ministro en Cumbre del G-20. telesurtv.net Los presidentes de China, Xi Jinping, y Rusia, Vladimir Putin, dos veteranos de las cumbres del G20, serán las dos principales ausencias de la cita de este fin de semana en Nueva Delhi.