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The Russian company Umirs and the Moscow-based company Nashe Nebo unveiled a new mobile launch system designed to launch two Yolka interceptor drones. The system is equipped with a Umirs radar and allows the Yolka interceptor drone to be used as a fully-fledged air defense system. The system is ready for use, but there is no market for it, according to Russian military correspondent Andrei Filatov. It's worth noting that Russia's air defense system is currently in dire need of such equipment, but for an unknown reason, the Ministry of Defense is not yet procuring such systems.
Technical information is not available. An overview of the Yolka interceptor drone is available in the link to the video in the comments.

 
The Russian company Lobaev Arms and the Design Bureau of Integrated Systems (KBIS) unveiled the "Dvoynik" robotic sniper system. The "Dvoynik" system can be mounted on robotic chassis, including the NRTK Kurier robots, and can be used stationary or on various vehicles. The system operates in remote-control mode and in a partially autonomous mode, where most calculations and targeting functions are performed by artificial intelligence. An autonomous mode is also available, presumably for protecting a specific area. During testing, the system demonstrated high accuracy with weapons of various calibers. The manufacturer claims the system provides a firing accuracy of 0.2 minutes of arc. The company has already begun serial production, even before receiving a state defense order.

 
Servicemen from the Russian Dnepr Forces Group showed footage of the Kurier robotic platform being used for cargo delivery. The video also shows the first footage of the Kurier robotic platform towing a 122mm D-30 howitzer. Using robotic platforms for ammunition delivery and evacuation saves personnel lives. It was previously reported that the Kurier robotic platform has a load capacity of 200 kilograms, plus it can tow an additional 200 kilograms on a trailer. Judging by the video, the Kurier robot can tow a trailer weighing over three tons.

 
Footage of the assembly and launch of the Russian KUB drone, manufactured by ZALA AERO. The KUB drone is less expensive than the Lancet drone and has been in use since 2022. In the US, it has been dubbed "Ukraine's nightmare." Most often, the drone is used to destroy enemy structures and personnel, and is primarily equipped with a high-explosive fragmentation warhead containing HMX. The drone may already be equipped with a terminal targeting system. The KUB drone is constantly being improved, and its specifications are evolving. Currently, it is known that the KUB drone weighs between 10 and 15 kg, and its flight range already exceeds 50 km. It reaches speeds of up to 130 kilometers per hour and carries a payload of 3 kg. Its flight endurance is 30 minutes, at altitudes of up to 1,000 meters.

 
Uralvagonzavod has released video footage of the Russian T-90S tank undergoing road tests in the Malaysian jungle for the first time. The footage was preserved on a videotape by a test engineer who participated in the events. The video was filmed in the summer of 2000, in high humidity and temperatures above 40°C (104°F). Prior to this, the T-90 tank underwent trials in India's Thar Desert, and then, almost immediately after, completed a 1,300-kilometer march through the Malaysian jungle. In the 2000s, the T-90S tank underwent testing in three different climate zones. None of its competitors' tanks have completed this cycle.

 
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Ukraine’s Main Directorate of Intelligence (GUR) has released images of debris from Russia’s new S-71K “Kovar” cruise missile, reportedly deployed from Su-57 fighters with a strike range of up to 300 km.The standout feature is its cost-driven design: instead of a purpose-built warhead, it uses a standard 250 kg OFAB-250-270 aerial bomb. Powered by a single R500 turbojet, the missile relies on readily available, simpler components.The approach signals a clear shift in Russia’s defence industry prioritising mass production and lower costs over complex, high-end precision systems.
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Russian military personnel shared their impressions of using the Omich tracked drone. The Omich robotic platform can be controlled both directly and remotely.

 
Footage of Russian military personnel training to operate FPV drones. The training is conducted by unmanned aerial systems instructors from the Vostok Group of Forces, who have real combat experience. The training process is divided into stages. First, cadets learn how to operate drones, then move on to practical training on simulators. After passing tests on virtual simulators, the cadets begin operating real FPV drones. Drone flights take place on an obstacle course that simulates trenches, dugouts, shelters, and other confined spaces where the enemy might seek cover in real combat.

 
The Russian army has begun actively using the new Prince Prophetic Oleg reconnaissance drone, with videos from several units having been published. The Prince Prophetic Oleg UAV, abbreviated as KVO, is manufactured at the Ushkuynik production center, which also produces the Prince Vandal Novgorodsky FPV drone. The KVO UAV is already actively used for reconnaissance, artillery guidance, and target identification for FPV drones. Algorithms are currently being implemented in the UAV that automatically avoid enemy drones and identify targets on the ground. The drone was designed to be as inexpensive and easy to use as possible, while still maintaining good performance. The drones use a jam-resistant channel for communication. For operator safety, the communication antenna can be positioned at a range of up to 75 meters. Launching the KVO UAV does not require a bulky catapult; a simple stand is sufficient. The UAV lands using a parachute. The Prince Oleg UAV, weighing 11 kg, can fly at altitudes of up to 3,000 meters, at speeds of up to 130 km/h, and with a range of up to 45 km. Flight time is up to 2-3 hours. The drone's price has not been announced.

 
The first official footage of the launch of Russia's new jet-powered drone, the Geran-5, is also shown in the video. The Geran-2 drone is partially similar to a cruise missile. Official specifications for the drone are not yet available, but the expected flight speed is 450 km/h, the range is 950 km, and the warhead weighs up to 90 kg. It's worth noting that operational experience has shown that the drone's flight speed needs to be further increased to counter interceptor drones. A version of the drone with an R-73 missile for engaging aerial targets is also planned.

 
An episode featuring the Russian Peresvet combat laser system was shown in honor of the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. The Peresvet system was first shown in 2018, and at the same time, it began experimental combat duty at missile bases in Teikovo, Yoshkar-Ola, and Novosibirsk. The Peresvet system is capable of protecting facilities from air and space threats, such as aircraft and satellites. Essentially, the Peresvet air defense system is a missile defense system, similar to the S-500 air defense system. The laser blinds enemy guidance systems, suppressing optical systems and possibly disabling them. The system is still classified; only general information is known. The Peresvet laser air defense system covers a circular area with a radius of 65–90 km and is capable of blinding satellites in Earth orbit at altitudes from 200 to 1,100 km.

 
A Russian serviceman shared his impressions of the new 152mm Giatsint-K self-propelled howitzer. The 2S44 Giatsint-K self-propelled howitzer entered service in 2024, with a firing range of up to 50 km. The Giatsint-K self-propelled howitzer boasts a high degree of automation and is comparable to its Western counterparts.

 
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Russia successfully test-launched the Sarmat heavy intercontinental ballistic missile. The RS-28 Sarmat is a fifth-generation Russian strategic missile system. Sarmat missiles are capable of striking targets at ranges of up to 18,000 km and carrying up to 10–15 nuclear warheads.

 
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Russia successfully test-launched the Sarmat heavy intercontinental ballistic missile. The RS-28 Sarmat is a fifth-generation Russian strategic missile system. Sarmat missiles are capable of striking targets at ranges of up to 18,000 km and carrying up to 10–15 nuclear warheads.

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With ability of FOBS, range is theoretically unlimited.
 
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“I think what we saw on Red Square is, in a way… the real nervousness now in Moscow about the sustainability of all this," the Chatham House's Timothy Ash told Breaking Defense.
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With ability of FOBS, range is theoretically unlimited.
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FOBS and really long range shots seems like a silly way to go given SBI/Golden Dome plans. Just means there's more time to shoot it down.
 
Footage of the assembly and launch of the Russian Lancet-51 drone from a camouflaged position in the back of a truck. It's worth noting that the British Ministry of Defense has called the Lancet kamikaze drones one of Russia's best combat systems. The Lancet-51 drone, officially designated "Product 51," is constantly being upgraded.

 
The compact MSL-20045 radar, designed for automatic detection and tracking of air and ground targets, has entered service with the Russian military. The radar operates in the 5.0–5.9 GHz frequency range. According to some reports, the radar can detect fixed-wing UAVs at a range of up to 12 km, and FPV drones at a range of up to 8 km with a 45° field of view. A single operator can simultaneously record data from up to eight antenna posts. Target designation from the radar can be provided to the crews of Yolka and Molot interceptor drones. Target designation from the MSL-20045 radar can also be provided to Zubr automated air defense systems.

 
Russian mobile counter-drone units have begun actively using the Arkhangel interceptor drone, developed by the Arkhangel design bureau. The Arkhangel project is a team of enthusiasts that began development in 2022, with centers located in Moscow, Crimea, and the Krasnodar Krai. The Arkhangel drone can act as an interceptor drone, shooting down enemy drones, and as a strike weapon, targeting structures, armored vehicles, infantry, and unmanned boats. The developers themselves refer to it as a drone-missile; an interview with them is at the end of the video. An interesting feature of the Arkhangel drone is its use by air defense systems. A corner reflector can be mounted on the drone, allowing air defense radars to detect it and target enemy drones. This operational mode has already been tested in real-world conditions. The drone can also be used at night and launched from UAVs and other platforms. Small-scale production of the drones is currently underway; the project requires an order and funding from the Ministry of Defense. The Arkhangel interceptor drone can be equipped with a warhead weighing between 700 grams and 2.5 kg. It reaches speeds of up to 350 km/h and has a range of up to 50 kilometers. The drone's specifications are subject to change as it is constantly being developed.

 
The first test flight of the two-seat Russian fifth-generation fighter prototype, the Su-57, took place. The new variant has been designated the Su-57D. The Su-57D can be used not only for pilot training but also for organizing and managing combat operations. Its two-seat configuration transforms the aircraft into a fully-fledged command post. The second pilot controls the drones or a combat group of aircraft. According to open sources, the two-seat version of the aircraft is capable of controlling four S-70 Okhotnik drones.


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