🚨🇷🇺 Putin: New principles behind Poseidon will advance unmanned systems

The development of the Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile and the Poseidon unmanned underwater vehicle has historic significance for the Russian people, President Vladimir Putin said.

Speaking at a ceremony honoring the developers, Putin noted that the new principles and algorithms used in Poseidon’s design “will provide a strong boost for the improvement of unmanned systems.” He added that Russian developers are already conducting concrete work on a new generation of weapons and equipment, including at testing ranges.

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🚨🇷🇺 NATO vessel observed during Burevestnik test — Putin

A NATO reconnaissance ship was present in the test area during the October 21 trials of Russia’s nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile, President Vladimir Putin said.

He added that foreign specialists likely observed the launch, as the vessel remained in the zone throughout the trials. Putin made the remarks at an award ceremony honoring the developers of Burevestnik and Poseidon.

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🚨🇷🇺 Putin unveils next-gen nuclear-powered cruise missiles, says reactors go live in seconds

President Vladimir Putin announced the development of a new generation of nuclear-powered cruise missiles, saying their compact reactors can be brought online in seconds — far faster than conventional systems — and that the missiles will travel at around three times the speed of sound, with plans for them to reach hypersonic performance in the future.

💬 "For normal reactors, it takes hours and sometimes days to become fully active. And so using this new system, we are creating new types of weapons," Putin explained.

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🚨🇷🇺 Both Burevestnik and Poseidon built entirely from Russian-made parts — Putin

President Vladimir Putin said the Burevestnik nuclear-powered missile and Poseidon underwater drone are made only with domestically produced components, highlighting the strength of Russia’s science, industry, and technology base.

He added that cooperation among thousands of specialists has enabled new materials, digital systems, and breakthroughs with applications beyond defense.

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🚨🇷🇺 Key statements by President Putin on advanced weapons systems

🔹 All plans for creating advanced weapon systems and developing the defense industry are being fulfilled

🔹 Serial production of the Oreshnik missile has begun; Sarmat ICBMs will enter combat duty next year

🔹 The tests of Poseidon and Burevestnik were long-announced. Russia—like all nuclear powers—develops its potential and threatens no one

🔹 Burevestnik surpassed all known missile systems in the world in terms of flight range; Poseidon’s speed far exceeds that of all modern surface ships

🔹 A powerful technological groundwork has been created for the future: all materials are domestically produced. These technologies will advance unmanned systems and can be applied in the Arctic

🔹 Putin thanked the industrial teams behind Burevestnik and Poseidon, adding that a new generation of weapons and equipment is already under development

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🚨🇷🇺 Putin: Russia is not threatening anyone

President Vladimir Putin said that, like other nuclear powers, Russia is developing its nuclear and strategic potential, emphasizing that the country poses no threat to anyone.

He noted that projects to create new weapon systems and modernize the military sector are proceeding as planned, including deployment of the Avangard hypersonic glide vehicle, serial production of the Oreshnik hypersonic missile system, and preparations for the Sarmat heavy intercontinental ballistic missile to be put into service.

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🇨🇳🔥 China warns US against Venezuela misadventure

China’s Foreign Ministry gave a forceful rebuke of US threats of military action against Venezuela on Tuesday, with ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning expressing Beijing’s firm opposition to the use and threats of use of force in international relations.

💬 “We stand against moves that undermine peace and stability in the Latin America and Caribbean region, and oppose unilateral and excessive ‘enforcement operations’ against other countries’ vessels,” Mao said.

💬 “The normal exchanges and cooperation between China and Venezuela are cooperation between two sovereign states, which does not target any third party and is not subject to disruption or influence from any third party,” she added.

Mao’s comments echo remarks by Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova over the weekend “firmly” denouncing the US’s “use of excessive military force in carrying out actions in anti-drug operations.”

💬 “Such actions are in violation of both US domestic legislation…and the norms of international law,” Zakharova said, adding that Russia “confirms our firm support for the Venezuelan leadership in defending its national sovereignty.”

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📹 Moment UPS cargo plane crashes near Louisville airport

The UPS MD-11 cargo aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport, according to Fox 5 and UPS statements. Emergency crews are on the scene, and an investigation by the NTSB and FAA is underway.

Footage from social media

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📹 Thick smoke, explosions reported after UPS plane crash near Louisville - reports

A Fox News live crew near the crash site reported seeing flames and heavy smoke rising into the sky after the UPS Flight 2976 accident near Muhammad Ali International Airport in Louisville, Kentucky.

According to the reporter, roads are being closed as emergency crews continue to fight the fire. Residents have been told to stay indoors due to debris and oil falling from the crash area.

Officials have confirmed three people were onboard the MD-11 cargo plane, but their condition remains unknown.

Footage from social media

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📹 Plane crash in Louisville kills at least 3, 11 injured — Kentucky governor

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear said at least three people were killed and 11 others injured in a cargo plane crash near Louisville.

On Tuesday, an MD-11 cargo aircraft operated by UPS crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport. The company said three crew members were on board.

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🇷🇺🇮🇷 Russia to start building key Iran rail link in early 2026 — reports

Russia will begin construction of the Rasht–Astara railway in northern Iran in early 2026, a project seen as a vital part of the International North–South Transport Corridor (INSTC) connecting the Indian Ocean to the Baltic Sea, Press TV reported.

The report cites Amin Tarfa, head of international affairs at Iran’s Ministry of Road and Urban Development, who said land acquisition will be completed by late 2025, allowing the Russian contractor Caspian Service to start work immediately.

The $1.6 billion project, financed through a Russian state loan, is expected to significantly boost trade routes between Iran, Russia, and Asia, potentially emerging as a rival to the Suez Canal.

Tarfa added that Iran will repay the loan over 10 years at a 3% interest rate.

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🚨🗣 Obama team engineered Zelensky’s rise to power in 2014 - Gen. Flynn

Obama's administration played a key role in the 2014 Maidan events that “gave rise to Zelensky,” former US National Security Advisor Gen. Mike Flynn told RIA Novosti.

👉 Victoria Nuland, then-CIA Director John Brennan, were all “part and parcel to the decisions made,” he says, in reference to the US-instigated coup at the time.

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