Keywords: War


Deadly drone strike on bus in Russia's Belgorod region highlights escalating cross-border conflict

A drone strike on a passenger bus in Russia's Belgorod region has killed at least five civilians, including a child, marking another deadly episode in the intensifying cross-border conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Regional authorities said the attack occurred in the town of Shebekino, less than......

MBDA unveils new interceptor designed to counter large-scale drone attacks

European missile manufacturer MBDA has introduced a new interceptor system designed to defend against large-scale drone attacks and waves of low-cost weapons, as recent conflicts highlight growing weaknesses in traditional air defense capabilities. The new Counter Mass Interceptor is aimed at helping......

Türkiye urges continuation of Istanbul talks to prevent wider Russia-Ukraine conflict

Türkiye has called for the continuation of the Istanbul talks framework aimed at addressing the Russia-Ukraine war, with Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stressing the importance of maintaining diplomatic channels to help prevent further escalation. Speaking during a joint press conference in Kyiv......

Gulf countries condemn Iranian strikes on civilian infrastructure as “war crimes”

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has condemned Iranian strikes targeting civilian infrastructure in Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait, describing the attacks as “war crimes” and a serious escalation of regional tensions. In a statement issued on Saturday, GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi......

UK to strengthen NATO presence with expanded military deployment in Estonia

The United Kingdom will significantly strengthen its military presence in Estonia from 2027 by increasing troop numbers and replacing its current armored battlegroup with a newly designed Mobile Anti-Armor Force, reflecting lessons learned from the war in Ukraine and NATO’s evolving defense strategy. The......

Ukraine journalists join protests after Zelensky government reshuffle sparks backlash

A decision by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to restructure his government has triggered public protests in Ukraine, with journalists from a media outlet considered close to the authorities joining demonstrations against the move. The protests were sparked by Zelensky’s announcement of......

IAEA condemns deadly attack on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant employee amid Ukraine war

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has described as “unacceptable” the reported death of an engineer working at Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, warning that the incident represents a serious threat to nuclear safety amid the ongoing war. IAEA Director General......

ICC prosecutor Karim Khan remains suspended after losing appeal with UK legal regulator

International Criminal Court (ICC) chief prosecutor Karim Khan has failed in his attempt to overturn an interim suspension imposed by the United Kingdom’s legal regulator, prolonging uncertainty around the leadership of the world’s main permanent court for war crimes. The Bar Standards Board......

Russian missile attacks hit Kyiv as European allies reinforce support for Ukraine

Russia launched another wave of missile attacks on Kyiv overnight, triggering explosions across the Ukrainian capital as air defence systems were activated to intercept incoming ballistic missiles. The renewed assault came only hours after European leaders gathered in Paris alongside Ukrainian President......