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🇮🇷 Iran·Jerusalem Post·19 days ago

HIGHNuclear/Missile

Chinese military technology allowed Iran to shoot down US fighter jet during war - report

NBC report suggests Chinese-made missile may have downed US fighter jet while Beijing-linked systems allegedly supported Iranian air defenses and targeting capabilities.

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Lebanon death toll climbs to 3,371 as Israeli strikes continue

Lebanon death toll climbs to 3,371 as Israeli strikes continue Lebanon's Health Ministry says Israeli attacks killed 16 people and wounded 34 others over the past 24 hours, adding to the mounting toll from the conflict. The ministry said the number of people killed in Lebanon since hostilities escalated on March 2 has now reached 3,371, while the total number of wounded has risen to 10,129.

🇵🇰 Pakistan·Dawn·19 days ago

CRITICALInsurgency

8 militants killed on second day of security operation in KP's Darra Adamkhel: security sources

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Trump:

Trump: I understand Artists are getting “the yips” having to do with their performance on Wednesday, so I am thinking about bringing the Number One Attraction anywhere in the World, the man who gets much larger audiences than Elvis in his prime, and he does so without a guitar, the man who loves our Country more than anyone else, and the man who some say is the Greatest President in History (THE GOAT!), DONALD J. TRUMP, to take the place of these highly paid, Third Rate “Artists,” and give

CRITICALAerial

UAE joined US-Israeli war against Iran from the outset: Report

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🌍 Global·Al Jazeera·19 days ago

‘Opposite visions’: What to know about Colombia’s presidential election

Senator Ivan Cepeda is leading two right-wing rivals in the first round of an election dominated by security concerns.

🇮🇷 Iran·Deutsche Welle·19 days ago

Iran war: US says ready to resume hostilities, Hegseth warns

The United States is "more than capable" of resuming the war with Iran, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said as a permanent ceasefire remains elusive. DW has more.

🇮🇷 Iran·NY Times World·19 days ago

Iran’s Team Trains in Limbo for World Cup Overshadowed by War

The Iranian soccer players, still awaiting visas to the U.S., are practicing in Turkey and making backup plans.

🌍 Global·UK Defence Journal·19 days ago

NATO hunts submarines in the Norwegian Sea

NATO has wrapped up its premier anti-submarine warfare exercise, Dynamic Mongoose 2026, after two weeks of training that pitted Allied and partner forces against live submarines in the Norwegian Sea. NATO hunts submarines in the Norwegian Sea first appeared on UK Defence Journal.

HIGHNaval

Iran warns vessels must follow its Strait of Hormuz transit rules

Iran warns vessels must follow its Strait of Hormuz transit rules Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters has issued a fresh warning to commercial and military vessels operating in the Strait of Hormuz, saying all ships must comply with regulations set by Tehran. In a statement, the military command said every vessel, including oil tankers, is required to travel along routes designated by Iran and obtain authorisation from the Revolutionary Guard Navy before transiting the strategic waterway.

🇮🇷 Iran·Middle East Eye·19 days ago

Marco Rubio:

Marco Rubio: Ambassador Tom Barrack has been and remains a central interlocutor on Syria, and key trusted hand on Iraq. He will continue to play a vital role, not only as our Ambassador to the Republic of Türkiye, but also as we advance the President's strategic cooperation with the government in Syria and begin our work with the new government in Iraq. He is an indispensable member of the President's team, carries my full confidence, and operates with the full backing of the State Department

🌍 Global·Ukrinform·19 days ago

HIGHNuclear/Missile

Air raid alert declared in Kyiv and several regions due to ballistic threat

Air raid alerts were announced in Kyiv and several regions due to the threat of ballistic missiles.

CRITICALAerial

Cafe owner says UK police tried to recruit him to spy on Palestine Action

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🇺🇦 Ukraine·EuroMaidan Press·19 days ago

Ukraine’s military intelligence fields drones able to fly 3,500 km, putting Siberia in range

HUR operators told that any point in European Russia, and territory as far east as Krasnoyarsk, now sits within reach.

HIGHNaval

Japan sends personnel to NATO Ukraine support hub

Japan has finalised a contribution of personnel to the NATO command in Germany that coordinates security assistance and training for Ukraine, a step the alliance describes as a further consolidation of Tokyo's long-standing partnership with NATO. Japan sends personnel to NATO Ukraine support hub first appeared on UK Defence Journal.

🇺🇦 Ukraine·UK Defence Journal·19 days ago

HIGHGround

USF strikes two training grounds, gas storage facility in occupied territories

On the night of May 30, Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces struck two military training grounds, a gas storage facility, and enemy logistics in the Russian-occupied territories.

🇺🇦 Ukraine·Ukrinform·19 days ago

Trump has repeatedly needled JD Vance on both substantive and personal matters.

Trump has repeatedly needled JD Vance on both substantive and personal matters. He has brought up Vance's initial opposition to military action against Iran, questioned the success of a Vance-led diplomatic mission to Pakistan, criticized the number of vacations he takes, and joked about his tendency to interrupt conversations. Trump has also repeatedly referenced a moment when Vance fumbled Ohio State's national championship trophy during a White House event. Source: NYT

🇷🇺 Russia·Dawn·19 days ago

CRITICALGeneral

Sabalenka, Osaka set up French Open clash, Gauff eyes second week

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JD Vance initially opposed military action against Iran, reflecting his long-standing skepticism of U.S. involvement in overseas conflicts.

JD Vance initially opposed military action against Iran, reflecting his long-standing skepticism of U.S. involvement in overseas conflicts. After Trump decided to proceed, however, Vance publicly defended the decision and aligned himself with the administration's position, despite his earlier reservations. Source: NYT

Trump privately questions whether JD Vance has what it takes to become the Republican Party's standard-bearer after him.

Trump privately questions whether JD Vance has what it takes to become the Republican Party's standard-bearer after him. He frequently asks aides and allies for their opinions on Vance's potential, treating the issue as unresolved rather than assuming Vance is the obvious successor. Source: NYT

🇸🇾 Syria·Jerusalem Post·19 days ago

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New Syrian chemical weapons find could help prosecute perpetrators of war crimes, experts say

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Kataeb Hezbollah vows to keep arms, as Iraq faces US pressure

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Crimea has a real fuel shortage — long lines, rationing (20L/day cap).

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🇷🇺 Russia·EuroMaidan Press·19 days ago

Tusk urges NATO to heed Medvedev’s threats after Russian drone strikes Romanian apartment block

The Polish leader's appeal followed a Kremlin official's vow that EU citizens would no longer sleep peacefully amid repeated UAV crossings into the bloc.

🇺🇦 Ukraine·Ukrinform·19 days ago

War update: 58 clashes on front line since morning

Since the beginning of the day, Russian forces have attacked positions of Ukraine's Defense Forces 58 times, with the most intense fighting taking place in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions.

HIGHNuclear/Missile

Der Spiegel reports details of France's proposal for European nuclear security

According to the publication, Paris does not plan the permanent deployment of nuclear weapons

🌍 Global·TASS·19 days ago

🇺🇦 Ukraine·NY Times World·19 days ago

A Big Bang, a Fire and Panic as War Enters Romanian Homes

When a drone crashed into an apartment building in eastern Romania, residents were reminded that the Russia-Ukraine war makes for a dangerous neighbor.

🇮🇷 Iran·France 24·19 days ago

US says 'more than capable' of resuming war, as peace deal remains elusive

Pentagon head Pete Hegseth - has said that Washington could restart the war with Iran at any time if it wanted. His remarks follow days of talks and a two-hour meeting in the White House situation room - that has yet to produce a deal between the US and Iran. Analysis by FRANCE 24 international affairs editor, Shirli Sitbon.

🇮🇱 Israel·Jerusalem Post·19 days ago

'Nothing is inevitable': Veteran journalist Oren Nahari on Israel, history, and battle with ALS

SOCIAL AFFAIRS: After decades covering the world’s defining conflicts, veteran journalist Oren Nahari now faces a deeply personal battle with ALS.

🌍 Global·Ukrinform·19 days ago

NATO says Europe meets US call to increase defense spending

Europe has responded to U.S. President Donald Trump's demands to increase defense spending.

🇺🇦 Ukraine·Interfax Ukraine·19 days ago

Enemy UAV hits diesel locomotive in Zaporizhia, driver killed, two injured

The enemy continues to attack railway infrastructure and industry workers: on Saturday in Zaporizhia, a UAV hit a diesel locomotive, killing a driver, the Ministry of Community and Territorial Development of Ukraine reports.

🇮🇷 Iran·NDTV World·19 days ago

Trump Aide Warns US "More Than Capable" Of Restarting Iran War

The White House had signalled Trump was close to a decision on a potential deal, though Tehran denied there was a final agreement on ending the conflict.

Gaza death toll rises to 72,938 as Israeli attacks continue

Gaza death toll rises to 72,938 as Israeli attacks continue The number of Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip has risen to 72,938, with 172,919 people wounded since 7 October 2023, according to the Palestinian health ministry. The ministry added that Israeli strikes have killed 929 Palestinians and wounded 2,811 others since a nominal ceasefire took effect on 11 October.

🇮🇱 Israel·Al Jazeera·19 days ago

Israeli soldiers reach Nabatieh, one of southern Lebanon’s biggest cities

Israel’s military has advanced beyond Lebanon's Litani River for the first time since 2006.

Israeli military readies for possible surge in fire from Lebanon

Israeli military readies for possible surge in fire from Lebanon The Israeli army warned that it expects an escalation in fire from Lebanon towards northern Israel, amid its expansion of military operations in southern Lebanon, Israeli newspaper Haaretz reported. Sirencs sounded in several northern Israeli communities as the army attempted to intercept a drone launched from Lebanon, it added.

🇸🇴 Somalia·AllAfrica·19 days ago

Somalia: Somali Piracy Is Back - Fuelled By Political Turmoil, Aid Cuts and the Iran War

[The Conversation Africa] On the evening of April 26, the Egyptian merchant vessel Sward was hijacked by armed men a few miles off the Somali coast. It was steered towards an anchorage near the port of Garacad in Puntland, a semi-autonomous state in north-eastern Somalia.