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US
Cost of US Conflict With Iran Nears $29 Billion, Pentagon Says
The Pentagon said the cost of the US conflict with Iran has climbed to nearly $29 billion, drawing scrutiny from lawmakers.
May 12, 2026
Ukraine
Finland Urges Direct Europe-Russia Talks
Finland’s president urged Europe to open direct talks with Moscow, saying US policy no longer fully aligns with European interests.
May 11, 2026
Ukraine
Zelensky Orders Red Square Excluded From Target List Ahead of Russia’s Victory Day Parade
Ukraine excluded Red Square from its target list during Russia’s Victory Day parade, citing humanitarian considerations tied to ongoing negotiations.
May 8, 2026
US
US Disables Three Iranian‑Flagged Tankers Under Gulf Blockade
US warplanes disabled three Iranian‑flagged tankers enforcing a Gulf blockade, as tensions persist alongside continuing diplomatic talks.
May 8, 2026
Russia
Russia Plans 7.3 Million FPV Drones in 2026, Syrsky Warns
Russia plans to produce over 7 million FPV drones in 2026, significantly scaling its drone warfare capabilities, but Ukraine still has the better cards, its top commander said.
May 8, 2026
Ukraine
UK Sanctions Network Exploiting Migrants and Supplying Russian Drone Industry
The measures aim to disrupt Russia’s drone production and stop the exploitation of vulnerable migrants, officials said.
May 5, 2026
Ukraine
Russia Could Be Combat-Ready Again by 2027, Estonia Says
Estonia warned that Russia could restore its military combat readiness by 2027, urging faster defense preparations and stronger deterrence.
May 5, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kyiv’s Tuapse Strikes Caused Over $300M in Oil Infrastructure Damage, Plus Export Losses
Kyiv says a series of mid-April through May 1 attacks on Tuapse directly cost Russia over $300 million in damaged Black Sea port and refinery facilities, and much more in lost oil export revenue.
May 5, 2026
War in Ukraine
Zelensky Confirms Flamingo Missile Use in Deep Strike on Russian Military Plant, Shares Video of Strike
The Ukrainian president said long-range cruise missiles hit defense industry targets more than 1,500 km inside Russia.
May 5, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russian Military Plant Fortified Against Drones Hit by Ukrainian Missile Strike
The Cheboksary facility, protected with anti-drone structures, was struck by a long-range weapon deep inside Russian territory.
May 5, 2026
Europe
Germany Prepares Wartime Supply Lines, Faces Major Gaps
Berlin is ramping up military logistics infrastructure in what Defense Minister Pistorius calls a “paradigm shift,” but structural and bureaucratic hurdles remain significant.
May 4, 2026
Russia
Russia Loses Control in Mali as Officials Call for Stability
Rebels captured Kidal after clashes that forced Russian‑backed forces to pull back.
April 28, 2026
Ukraine
Zelensky Says Russia Plans Expanded Mobilization Despite Battlefield Failures
Ukrainian intelligence said internal Russian military documents show commanders cannot meet Kremlin objectives even as Moscow prepares new offensives.
April 28, 2026
Ukraine
Russia Uses Foliage as Cover to Probe Ukrainian Lines: New Twist in Battlefield Tactics
Ukrainian search‑and‑strike operations are containing Russian advances across many frontline areas, as troops attempt to use spring foliage to hide their movements.
April 27, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russian Duma Praises North Korea for Backing Troops in Kursk
Moscow acknowledged Pyongyang’s military assistance after North Korean troops were deployed to counter Ukrainian offensive operations in western Russia.
April 27, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Exploits Critical Gaps in Russian Air Defenses, Strikes Deep Targets
ISW analysts say overstretched Russian air defenses are enabling increasingly long-range and intensive Ukrainian strikes on energy and military targets.
April 27, 2026