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SOME FEATURES OF RADIO COMMUNICATION IN THE MOUNTAINS

Rugged terrain creates significant difficulties for the maneuvering of troops and the use of all types of weapons and military equipment.
Published: 25/01/26

Updated 25/01/26read more
PREPARING THE STATE FOR DEFENCE AS AN IMPORTANT PREREQUISITE FOR SUCCESS

One of the important conditions for ensuring the security of the state is to exclude the sudden armed attack, which means that the state's defence system must be constantly ready to repel aggression.
Published: 18/01/26

Updated 17/01/26read more
OFFENSIVE COMBAT ACTIONS AT NIGHT AND IN CONDITIONS OF LIMITED VISIBILITY - PART IV


Published: 11/01/26

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BATTLE DRILL 10: REACT TO AIRCRAFT WHILE DISMOUNTED - PLATOON (07-PLT-D8015)

It is part of the essential battle drills that infantry platoons must train on to ensure success in combat operations. This drill is designed to teach soldiers how to react to aerial threats while dismounted, emphasizing quick and instinctive responses to airborne attacks.
Published: 04/01/26

Updated 03/01/26read more
DEFENSIVE ACTIONS AT NIGHT IN CONDITIONS OF LIMITED VISIBILITY - PART III

Published: 28/12/25

Updated 27/12/25read more
PUT ON A MENACING LOOK: THE STRATEGY OF INTIMIDATION - (Tenth Stategy)


Published: 21/12/25

Updated 20/12/25read more
ACTIONS AT NIGHT IN CONDITIONS OF LIMITED VISIBILITY - PART II

The work of the commander and staff on the preparation of combat (actions) at night and in conditions of limited visibility taking into account the specifics of the dark time.
Published: 14/12/25

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ACTIONS AT NIGHT IN CONDITIONS OF LIMITED VISIBILITY - PART I

This manual was developed to assist the commanders of combined arms military units (subunits) in preparing and conducting operations at night and in conditions of limited visibility. These recommendations explain and detail the tactical techniques of night combat, the ability to successfully conduct it in different environments.
Published: 07/12/25

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BEAT THE ENEMY WITH HIS OWN WEAPON: COUNTERATTACK STRATEGY (Nineth Strategy)


Published: 30/11/25

Updated 29/11/25read more
TACTICS OF LURING AND CUTTING OFF ENEMY FORCES IN PRE-TARGETED POSITIONS

The tactics of luring and cutting off is one of the key tactical features in maneuverable defense. The task is not just to oppose the enemy, but to force him to enter a place to be destroyed while he still believes that he is winning. It works especially effectively in urban areas, forest stripes, plantings, trench areas and landscape crossings.
Published: 23/11/25

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WHY DEMOLITION SKILL IS A MUST-KNOW FOR A DRONE OPERATOR

Modern combat drones, especially FPVs, have become the main tool for pinpoint targeting. But the drone itself is just a carrier platform. The main element is the combat payload that makes the device deadly.
Published: 16/11/25

Updated 15/11/25read more
RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE USE OF MOTORCYCLES IN CONDUCTING ASSAULT OPERATIONS


Published: 09/11/25

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THE DIGITAL WAR" – A NEW REALITY. RUSSIA URGENTLY NEEDS TO ADAPT TO IT

The "Russia in Global Politics" magazine published an article "The Digital War" – a new reality. Russia urgently needs to adapt to it", written by former Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces, First Deputy Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation, Army General Yuri Baluyevsky and Director of the Center for Analysis of Strategies and Technologies (CAST) Ruslan Pukhov.

Updated 01/11/25read more
HOW TO DETERMINE MORTAR'S FIRING POSITION

In addition to physical damage, mortar fire plays a psychological role. That is why it is very important to quickly and accurately suppress the enemy's mortar, but before that it must be found.
Published: 26/10/25

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CASE OF FPV DRONES USED BY THE UKRAINIAN STORMTROOP DETACHMENTS BEFORE/DURING THE ASSAULT ACTIONS

A typical case of Ukrainian assault infantry actions with the support of a separate/integrated FPV group.
Published: 19/10/25

Updated 18/10/25read more
GREY MAN TRAINING

Develops combat endurance, fatigue resistance, strength without pumping, coordination and psychophysical stability.
Published: 12/10/25

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ASSESS YOUR STRENGTHS SENSIBLY: A STRATEGY FOR REASONABLE SAVINGS (strategy eight)

Remember: the danger lies in the desire to try to go beyond your capabilities. You need to know your capabilities and calculate your strengths carefully
Published: 05/10/25

Updated 04/10/25read more
JOHN WARDEN'S THEORY OF THE DECOMPOSITION OF STRATEGIC GOALS INTO FIVE RINGS

Even with modern approaches to conducting military operations, the United States continue to rely on two proven operational schemes in almost all operations – John Worden's theory of five strategic rings and Boyd's loop.
Published: 28/09/25

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PRINCIPLES OF AMBUSH ORGANIZATION

A sudden blow, a flurry of fire, a quick retreat. There is room for initiative and ingenuity – the more original the idea, the more effective the result. Finally, the triumph of the first minutes of the battle over the enemy caught off guard.
Published: 21/09/25

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HOW TO START ORGANIZING THE LIFE OF PERSONNEL AT THE FRONTLINE

The massive use of reconnaissance and attack drones, high–precision artillery, and artificial intelligence - all this required officers and logistics specialists to make significant adjustments to the location of units near the line of contact with the enemy.
Published: 14/09/25

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