(2025-10-27). The Illusion of Perpetual War: Strategic Overreach, Historical Precedents, and the Risk of Repeating Vietnam and Afghanistan. globalresearch.ca A dominant theme in Western strategic discourse is the notion of an open-ended, indefinite contest with Russia often encapsulated in the phrase "for as long as it takes."
(2025-10-27). Iran, Russia to sign key deal on railway construction. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 27 (MNA) — Iran's Minister of Roads and Urban Development Farzaneh Sadeq says Iran and Russia are to sign a long-anticipated agreement on the construction of the Rasht-Astara railway.
(2025-10-27). Statesmanship instead of missiles. indybay.org If Donald Trump—who has already made several 180-degree turns in the past regarding his support for Ukraine—now actually delivers long-range weapon systems such as Tomahawk missiles, strategic questions arise: Will it really persuade Russia to back down? Or will it only give Ukraine short-term tactical advantages?>
(2025-10-27). Munition factory explosion in Russia kills at least 13. wsws.org The disaster is the second major explosion at a munitions factory in Russia in less than a week.
(2025-10-26). US mulls new Russia sanctions, urges Europe to ramp up pressure over Ukraine war. geo.tv 
Plastic letters arranged to read "Sanctions" are placed in front of the flag colours of the US and Russia in this illustration taken February 28, 2022. — Reuters
(2025-10-26). Iran parliament speaker hails Russia, China for rejecting 'snapback'. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — In a Saturday open parliamentary session held in Tehran, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf characterized a joint letter from Iran, Russia, and China to the United Nations as a clear manifestation of the "strategic solidarity" between the three nations.
(2025-10-26). Former IRGC commander says Iran's missiles and drones now outperform Russia. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Former IRGC commander Major General Aziz Jafari has highlighted Iran's advanced missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capabilities, asserting that the country's defence achievements have been developed independently and now surpass those of Russia.
(2025-10-26). Accusations of Sabotage behind Resignation of Lithuanian Defense Minister. globalresearch.ca The atmosphere of hostility toward Russia is leading to a deep crisis in Western countries themselves. Instead of strengthening their states and combat readiness, European countries are on the verge of collapse due to internal disagreements between different officials on …
(2025-10-26). Macron's 7,000 French soldiers to march toward 700,000 Russian forces in Ukraine showdown soon. hindustantimes.com France is preparing to send up to 7,000 troops to Ukraine as early as 2026, marking one of the most significant potential NATO escalations since the start of the war. French Army Chief Pierre Schill and senior defense officials confirmed Paris' combat readiness and outlined the plan as part of a broader European "security guarantees" framework for Ukraine.
(2025-10-26). Russia successfully tests new nuclear-capable cruise missile. newarab.com 
"The decisive tests are now complete," Putin said in a video released by the Kremlin during a…
(2025-10-26). Zelensky's war money or mistake? EU's plan to fund Ukraine with Russian assets faces Belgium's anger. hindustantimes.com The European Union is increasingly fractured over a controversial plan to use over $200 billion in frozen Russian assets, primarily held in Belgium, to fund Ukraine's war effort. Belgium has now joined other skeptical EU members in raising sharp objections, with both its Defense Minister and Prime Minister warning that using the funds could prolong the war, lead to severe Russian retaliation, and impose unacceptable financial risks on Belgium itself.
(2025-10-26). European Politics In the Wake of the 1870-71 Franco-Prussian War. The 1878 San Stefano Treaty, The Albanian Reaction, the Remapping of the Ottoman Balkans. globalresearch.ca Several international crises broke out both in Europe and in its overseas colonies, which could have led Europe to the Great War even before the summer of 1914.