Reports examine how the attack on Iran began and who persuaded Trump
Leaks and sources discuss the origins of an attack on Iran and the role of former U.S. President Donald Trump. The supplied headline does not provide further operational details.
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Polish startup hired to protect satellites with high-power microwave weapons
A Polish startup has reportedly been hired to protect data center satellites using high-power microwave weapons.
West Bank settlers attack journalists
Settlers in the West Bank attacked journalists, according to the headline. The incident concerns violence and press freedom in an active conflict zone.
Documentary alleging calculated killings of Palestinians heads to Venice
A documentary alleging the calculated killing of Palestinians is scheduled to appear at the Venice event. The headline does not provide independently verified details of the allegations.
Drones increasingly replace soldiers on a perilous frontline route
A report describes drones replacing personnel along the final six miles of a dangerous route.
Indian Army partners with defence startups
T-Hub has partnered with the Indian Army's Central Command to accelerate defence startup deployments.
Russia reportedly pursues an attritional tactic near Sloviansk after a northeastern advance was halted
A report describes Russian forces using attritional tactics near Sloviansk after an offensive axis in the northeast was repelled.
Multiple security incidents reported in Colombia, including an attack and explosion
Reports indicate an attack in Cauca, displacement in Ituango and an explosion in Bogotá at the start of the week.
Authorities strike the CJNG in three Mexican states
Authorities conducted an operation against the CJNG criminal organization across three Mexican states.
US F-35s may debut in India military exercise
The United States is considering bringing F-35 fighter aircraft to India's Tarang Shakti 2.0 military exercise. The headline describes a potential development, not a confirmed deployment.
Indian Navy seeks AI-powered drone swarm to detect and neutralise sea mines
India's navy is seeking an AI-powered underwater drone swarm for detecting and neutralising sea mines. The request concerns maritime military capabilities.
Ukraine receives additional Patriot missiles
Ukraine reportedly received new missiles for its Patriot air-defense systems, according to President Zelenskyy.
Ukraine secures additional Patriot missiles and approval to produce SCALP missiles under license
Ukraine's president said partners agreed to provide more Patriot missiles and allow licensed production of SCALP missiles.
Hillary Clinton says ammunition was wasted in Iran and the United States fell into a deep hole
The headline attributes remarks to Hillary Clinton about ammunition expenditure and strategic consequences involving Iran.
Russian forces reportedly miss repeated deadlines to capture the Donbas
The headline says Russian soldiers have missed 15 deadlines set by Vladimir Putin for the complete capture of the Donbas.
Report says the United States killed Iran's supreme leader despite intelligence warning of backlash
A report alleges that US intelligence warned President Trump that killing Iran's ayatollah would backfire, but the operation proceeded. The headline indicates a major escalation involving the United States and Iran.
Ukrainian drone maker presents compact FPV attack drone
Ukrainian manufacturer F-Drones presented a new compact FPV attack drone intended for assault units. The development concerns military technology in the ongoing war.
Report alleges Russia used an AI-guided weapon to kill civilians
A New York Times report alleges that Russia killed civilians with a weapon guided entirely by artificial intelligence. The headline concerns alleged wartime use of autonomous targeting technology.
Taiwan considers whether new F-16s can counter China's J-20 fighters
The headline examines Taiwan's new F-16 aircraft and their potential effectiveness against China's PLA J-20 stealth fighters.
Report links weapons-depot courier to an agent network
A report says a courier for a weapons depot may belong to an agent network.
Ukraine reports strikes on Russian refinery and gas-processing plant
Ukraine's General Staff reported overnight strikes on a refinery in Kuban and a gas-processing plant in Astrakhan.
Zaluzhny says ending the war requires a global decision by world leaders
Valerii Zaluzhny said the war can end only through a global decision by world leaders.
Israel escalates attacks in Gaza, Palestinian outlet reports
A weekly report says Israel has escalated attacks in Gaza following Jared Kushner's departure.
Russian forces report capturing another locality and destroying a Ukrainian missile-production site
Russian forces reportedly liberated another locality and destroyed a point of production for Ukrainian Flamingo missiles in one day.
United States prepares partial return of diplomats to Middle East after Iran war evacuation
The United States is preparing to return some diplomats to the Middle East after evacuating them because of the war with Iran.
Russia vows justice after alleged terrorist attack in Starobelsk
Russia's Foreign Ministry says Russia will not forget an alleged terrorist attack in Starobelsk and will seek justice. The headline provides no further details about casualties or perpetrators.
Ukraine and partners plan next steps on Storm Shadow technology
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said technical teams will agree a schedule for subsequent steps after a decision concerning Storm Shadow technology.
North Korea reportedly uses a light mock warhead in a missile test
A report says North Korea likely used a light mock warhead to extend the flight range of a missile. The headline also says there is no indication of an imminent invasion involving North Korea, South Korea or the United States.
Ukraine war developments
The headline references Ukraine but provides no specific development or event.
Report alleges covert Naxalite ideological network in India
A report alleges that a covert ideological network linked to Naxalism is threatening India.
Iran's IRGC says missile capabilities and production remain intact
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says the country's missile capabilities remain unharmed and production is continuing.
Gaza media office reports extensive child casualties and mosque damage
The Gaza Media Office reports more than 21,500 child casualties and damage to 1,244 mosques during the conflict.
Hezbollah official calls for coordination with Iran against Israel
Hezbollah’s Fadlallah called for coordination against Israel during talks with Iran’s foreign minister, according to the headline.
Convicted ISIS recruiter released after serving two-thirds of sentence
An individual identified in the headline as an ISIS recruiter was released after serving two-thirds of a sentence.
Ukraine faces an engineer shortage in its defense industry
The headline reports a shortage of engineers affecting Ukraine's defense industry.
Warning reportedly issued to Trump over Khamenei's killing before Iran war
The headline reports a final warning to Donald Trump concerning the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader before a war with Iran began.
Images show Ukrainian cities devastated by war
A before-and-after report depicts destruction in Ukrainian cities caused by the war. The headline does not provide details about specific locations or the latest military developments.
Zelenskyy references Trump’s congratulatory message to Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy displayed a congratulatory message from Donald Trump and compared its sound to a PAC-3 launch.
RTL journalist reports on trip to Kyiv
A RTL journalist interviewed Joel Detaille about the experience of traveling to Kyiv during the ongoing war context.
Russia reportedly missed 15 deadlines to seize Donbas, ISW says
The Institute for the Study of War says Russia's military missed 15 deadlines set by Vladimir Putin to seize the Donbas. The report indicates continuing difficulties in Russia's campaign in Ukraine.