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Israel seeking to lead intensifying international race over anti-satellite weaponry - analysis

Space warfare weapons are expected to threaten satellites and thus could also damage photography, communication, or any technology that is fundamentally dependent on space.

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Powerus-developed Guardian interceptor.

Cheap 'Guardian' interceptors developed by Florida start-up could turn tables on Iranian drones

The PanStar Acro, a container ship bound for Europe via the Arctic, testing whether a route opened by melting sea ice can be commercially viable, is anchored at a port in Busan, South Korea, August 20, 2026.

South Korea ship to test Arctic commercial shipping route amid Western concerns

Russian President Vladimir Putin stands by the relics of the Holy Grand Prince Dmitry Donskoy, which were discovered in the course of restoration works, at the Archangel Cathedral of the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia August 20, 2026.

Vladimir Putin visits remains of medieval Russian warrior prince uncovered in Kremlin cathedral


Iranian ship struck by Ukraine contained drone, missile components, Kyiv's Israel envoy reveals

"Zelensky has attacked an Iranian commercial vessel, killing a sailor. A blatant UN Charter violation done at Israel's behest to drag Europe into its war," Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi claimed.

Navy ships of Iran and Azerbaijan move during an exercise between Iran and Azerbaijan in the Caspian Sea, Iran, in this picture obtained on November 4, 2024

Zelensky: Ukrainian long-range strikes hit Russian warship, vessels transporting Iran-linked cargo

Zelensky hailed a long-range operation in the Caspian Sea, claiming Ukrainian forces struck a Russian warship and vessels tied to Iran-linked military logistics.

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks to the media as he arrives to attend an informal European leaders' summit in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, April 23, 2026; illustrative.

Romania says it shot down second drone breaching its airspace

The first drone, which Romanian prosecutors investigating the fragments said was Russian, was shot down by the NATO state on Friday, the first time it has done so after dozens of airspace breaches.

Russian drone flies in the sky over the city after a Russian drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine November 2, 2024.

Turkey does not meet legal requirements to receive F-35, State Department says - exclusive

According to the letter, no F-35 aircraft can be transferred to Turkey until Ankara fully complies with US law.

An F-35 pilot prepares for take off from the Vermont Air National Guard Base with the flag of the United States, in South Burlington, Vermont, US, May 22, 2020

Kremlin warns against optimism on peace after Rubio, Lavrov meet in Manila

Rubio said that it was a challenge to find an "end that both sides can accept," but that the US is "prepared to play that role in a positive way."

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov attends a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Foreign Ministers Meeting in Pasay, Metro Manila, on July 23, 2026.

US suspects possible Russian assistance to Iran during attacks against CIA bases in Gulf

The intelligence community's investigation of possible Russian involvement in supporting the CIA facility attacks has not been previously disclosed.

A door marshaller closes the door as the transfer cases containing the remains of U.S. Army 1st Lt Typer James Feehan and U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Michael Emmanuel Swinton arrive at Dover Air Force Base during a dignified transfer for military casualties of the war with Iran on July 22, 2026.

Trump, Erdogan, and the F-35 enigma - opinion

Turkey’s F-35 struggle is not just about aircraft; it is about trust, intelligence, and the future of a NATO alliance.

US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as he arrives at the Bestepe Presidential Palace during a formal welcome for the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

Why Ukraine is targeting Russia’s Wildberries warehouses? - analysis

Ukraine has become increasingly proficient in using tens of thousands of drones a week in its war with Russia.

Smoke billows from a warehouse, after deadly Ukrainian drone attacks, as per regional governors, in Elektrostal, Moscow Region, Russia, July 18, 2026, in this screen grab obtained from a social media video.

Europe turns to Israeli air defenses amid rising Russian drone incursions

The breaches have resulted in the violation of the air sovereignty of 12 countries, repeatedly forcing the closure of major airports and disrupting military activity.

Firefighters work at the site of a household item shopping mall which was hit by a Russian drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Sumy, Ukraine in this handout picture released July 21, 2026.

Zelensky names new commander-in-chief of Ukraine's military in major shakeup of military leadership

The change follows days of street protests sparked by a surprise governmental reshuffle that ousted the popular defense minister.

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko visit the Dormition Cathedral of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, which was hit during Russian missile and drone strikes, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine June 15, 2026.