World
War in Ukraine
Ukraine’s F-16 Jets Ran Short of US-Made Missiles for Weeks
Ukrainian F-16 fighter jets were reportedly left without air-to-air missiles for three weeks late last year, highlighting the vulnerability of Kyiv’s air defenses amid continued Russian strikes.
March 5, 2026
Ukraine
‘Shaheds Killed Civilians’: Ukraine Reacts as Iran Opens Khamenei Mourning Book in Kyiv
Ukraine criticized Iran’s embassy in Kyiv for opening a condolence book for Ali Khamenei, recalling that Iranian Shahed drones killed Ukrainian civilians.
March 5, 2026
Russia
Russian Frigate 'Admiral Essen' Out of Action, Can’t Fire Kalibrs, Sources Say
SBU sources say Russian frigate Admiral Essen hit in Novorossiysk; critical damage prevents use of Kalibr missiles. Other warships’ status remains unclear.
March 5, 2026
Russia
Three Sanctioned Russian Oil Tankers Redirect to India Amid Middle East Supply Disruptions
Three sanctioned Russian oil tankers carrying 2.16 million barrels changed course toward India as Middle East shipping disruptions reshaped oil supply routes.
March 5, 2026
Germany
German School Students Rally Against Army Recruitment Drive
Thousands of German teenagers skipped school Thursday to join protests against a stepped-up military recruitment drive that many fear may in future involve a form of conscription.
March 5, 2026
Zelensky
‘Why Give Putin Such Gifts?’: Zelensky Warns Any Ukrainian Donbas Pullout Would Free Up 1M Russian Troops
Zelensky says Russia wants Ukraine to leave Donbas to regroup for future offensives, warning withdrawal could trigger a new large-scale invasion.
March 5, 2026
UK
Drone That Hit British Air Base in Cyprus Was Not Launched From Iran, UK Says
Cypriot officials believe the drone was likely an Iranian-made system fired from Lebanon by Hezbollah, adding that the intended target was the British military base rather than Cyprus itself.
March 5, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukrainian Drones Target Oil Refinery in Russia’s Saratov Region
Russian officials claimed dozens of drones were intercepted overnight as residents reported hearing explosions in one of the largest drone attacks on the region since the start of the full-scale war.
March 5, 2026
EU
EU’s Kallas Warns Anti-Drone Stock ‘Limited’ as Mideast, Ukraine Wars Rage
Speaking before a call between EU and Gulf State foreign ministers, Kallas warned production of drone interceptors would struggle to keep up witр demand both in Ukraine and now the Middle East.
March 5, 2026
US
Spanish Warship to Join EU Naval Shield Around Cyprus After Drone Strike
The Spanish warship will join a multinational European naval force led by the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle (R91), alongside vessels from the Netherlands, Greece and Italy.
March 5, 2026
Iran
Iranian Drones Hit Azerbaijan, Baku Summons Iran’s Ambassador
Two people were injured after projectiles flying from Iranian territory struck near an airport in Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan exclave, officials said.
March 5, 2026
War in Ukraine
Pentagon, Gulf States Eye Ukrainian Drone Interceptors to Counter Iranian Shaheds
Gulf nations, facing dwindling stocks and $13.5 million-per-shot Patriot missiles, are turning to Ukraine’s cheaper drone interceptors to counter Shahed swarms.
March 5, 2026
NATO
Rutte Says Trump’s Iran Operation Has ‘Broad Allied Support’
The NATO chief said alliance members largely back US strikes targeting Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities, despite criticism from some European leaders.
March 5, 2026
Poland
Poland Sends Two Military Aircraft to Evacuate Poles Stranded in Middle East
Commercial air traffic across much of the Middle East has been largely suspended due to the conflict between the U.S-Israeli forces and Iran.
March 5, 2026
US
US Command Seeks More Staff to Sustain Iran War for 100 Days
The staffing request suggests planning is already underway for a prolonged campaign that could stretch for at least 100 days, but possibly into September.
March 5, 2026
Ukraine
OPINION: Iran War: Questions and Challenges for Ukraine and Its Friends
What does the latest major conflict on the world stage mean for Ukraine, its struggle against Russian aggression, and its supporters?
March 5, 2026
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