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​Defense Express' Weekly Review: russia Pushes Su-57 after India Rejects F-35, Western Troops May Head to Ukraine

Denfix / screenshot from video
Denfix / screenshot from video

Digest of Defense Express on the main events of the week

russia Seizes the Opportunity to Promote its Su-57 Aircraft After India Rejects U.S. F-35 Fighter Jets

India has reportedly turned down American proposal to purchase the F‑35 fighter jets due to limitations on technology transfer and local production. In response, russia is seizing the opportunity by promoting its Su‑57 aircraft, offering joint production, faster delivery timelines, and deeper cooperation. This shift could significantly reshape future defense ties between New Delhi, Washington, and Moscow.

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russian Su-57 fighter jet / open source

Operational Plans for Deployment of British and French Troops in Ukraine Already in Development – What Might Be Stationed

The UK and France are reportedly developing detailed operational plans for the possible deployment of their troops to Ukraine. The initiative, still under internal discussion, could involve positioning small contingents in non-combat roles such as training, logistics, and air defense support, a move seen as symbolic deterrence and strategic reassurance amid ongoing russian aggression.

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Paris and London are furtherly developing the idea of deploying troops in Ukraine / Photo credit: The French Army

Ukrainian Pilot Denfix Downs 20+ Targets with Modernized MiG-29 Aircraft

The Ukrainian Air Force pilots of the West Air Command continue to perform critical combat missions in defense of national airspace. Among them is a standout aviator with the callsign Denfix, the MiG-29 fighter pilot known for his exceptional combat record and precise intercepts of enemy targets.

russia Claims "World's First" Diktion System that Allegedly Fully Automates Drone Operations

Russia claims to have developed the "world's first" Diktion system, a fully automated command and control platform for drone operations. Dubbed by Moscow as a breakthrough in military AI, the system purportedly enables drones to plan missions, detect targets, and coordinate strikes autonomously, potentially revolutionizing UAV deployment and battlefield dynamics.

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How Did Romania Not Even Start to Build a Gunpowder Plant with Rheinmetall After a Year

Romania has failed to begin construction on its planned gunpowder plant with Germany's Rheinmetall, despite committing €47 million over a year ago. Officials point to delays in land allocation handled by the government as the key barrier, halting progress before any tangible work could begin.

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The 155 mm shells manufactured by Rheinmetall / Photo credit: Rheinmetall
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