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Clashes Between Druze Militias and Bedouin Clans Kill 37 in Syria’s Sweida, Israel Strikes Tanks
Heavy clashes in Syria's Sweida province between Druze militias and Sunni Bedouin clans have killed at least 30 people and wounded nearly 100, as government forces deploy in an effort to restore order amid spiraling violence and a deteriorating security situation. 
Heavy clashes in Syria's Sweida province between Druze militias and Sunni Bedouin clans have killed at least 30 people and wounded nearly 100, as government forces deploy in an effort to restore order amid spiraling violence and a deteriorating security situation. -
Australia Fires First HIMARS as 35,000 Troops from 19 Nations Join Largest Talisman Sabre Drills
Australia has launched its largest-ever military exercise, Talisman Sabre, involving more than 35,000 military personnel from 19 nations and drawing heightened attention from China as the region's security environment grows increasingly tense. 
Australia has launched its largest-ever military exercise, Talisman Sabre, involving more than 35,000 military personnel from 19 nations and drawing heightened attention from China as the region's security environment grows increasingly tense. -
Prince William’s Warning Confirmed: Late Queen’s Confidante Says Meghan Used Harry as ‘Stepping Stone’
Prince William's longstanding skepticism of Meghan Markle's intentions has been confirmed by a posthumous interview with Queen Elizabeth II's cousin, Lady Elizabeth Anson, royal commentator Phil Dampier said, adding that the brothers' rift predated Harry and Meghan's departure from royal duties in 2020. 
Prince William's longstanding skepticism of Meghan Markle's intentions has been confirmed by a posthumous interview with Queen Elizabeth II's cousin, Lady Elizabeth Anson, royal commentator Phil Dampier said, adding that the brothers' rift predated Harry and Meghan's departure from royal duties in 2020. -
Putin Unleashes 400-Drone Assault on Kyiv After Trump Voices ‘Disappointment’
Russia launched a massive aerial assault on Kyiv early Thursday, firing more than 400 drones and missiles in the second consecutive night of record-setting bombardment. The attack, which killed two people and wounded 17 others, came hours after U.S. President Donald Trump expressed frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the failure to reach a ceasefire in Ukraine. 
Russia launched a massive aerial assault on Kyiv early Thursday, firing more than 400 drones and missiles in the second consecutive night of record-setting bombardment. The attack, which killed two people and wounded 17 others, came hours after U.S. President Donald Trump expressed frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the failure to reach a ceasefire in Ukraine. -
Russia Accuses Ukraine of Repeatedly Using Banned Landmines, Citing Evidence from War Zone
Russia's Foreign Ministry on Wednesday accused Ukraine of repeatedly using banned anti-personnel landmines against civilians, alleging that the violations were systematically documented by Russian law enforcement agencies. The accusation comes weeks after Kyiv announced its formal withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention, a global treaty banning the use and production of such weapons. 
Russia's Foreign Ministry on Wednesday accused Ukraine of repeatedly using banned anti-personnel landmines against civilians, alleging that the violations were systematically documented by Russian law enforcement agencies. The accusation comes weeks after Kyiv announced its formal withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention, a global treaty banning the use and production of such weapons. -
Four Dead in Houthi Red Sea Attack on Greek Ship Eternity C, Second Assault in 24 Hours
A Liberian-flagged, Greek-operated bulk carrier came under lethal assault in the Red Sea Monday, marking the deadliest escalation in months of maritime attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels. At least four crew members aboard the Eternity C were killed and two injured after drones and armed speedboats struck the vessel approximately 50 nautical miles southwest of Hodeida, Yemen, according to maritime officials and EU naval authorities. 
A Liberian-flagged, Greek-operated bulk carrier came under lethal assault in the Red Sea Monday, marking the deadliest escalation in months of maritime attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels. At least four crew members aboard the Eternity C were killed and two injured after drones and armed speedboats struck the vessel approximately 50 nautical miles southwest of Hodeida, Yemen, according to maritime officials and EU naval authorities. -
Russia Launches Record Drone Attack on Ukraine After Trump Slams Putin, Pledges New Aid
Russia launched a record-setting drone and missile assault on Ukraine early Wednesday, unleashing 728 drones and 13 missiles in its most extensive aerial barrage since the start of the war, according to Ukraine's Air Force. The attack came just hours after U.S. President Donald Trump pledged additional military aid to Kyiv and sharply criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin. 
Russia launched a record-setting drone and missile assault on Ukraine early Wednesday, unleashing 728 drones and 13 missiles in its most extensive aerial barrage since the start of the war, according to Ukraine's Air Force. The attack came just hours after U.S. President Donald Trump pledged additional military aid to Kyiv and sharply criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin. -
Russia’s Transport Minister Found Dead After Putin Firing, Kremlin Cites Suicide, Media Points to Scandal
Russia's former transport minister Roman Starovoit was found dead from a gunshot wound on Monday, hours after President Vladimir Putin dismissed him from office. The Kremlin has described the death as "tragic," while investigators say suicide is the most likely cause, amid mounting speculation linking the 53-year-old official to a widening corruption investigation tied to the military's defensive failures in Ukraine. 
Russia's former transport minister Roman Starovoit was found dead from a gunshot wound on Monday, hours after President Vladimir Putin dismissed him from office. The Kremlin has described the death as "tragic," while investigators say suicide is the most likely cause, amid mounting speculation linking the 53-year-old official to a widening corruption investigation tied to the military's defensive failures in Ukraine. -
Hamas Accepts Framework for U.S.-Backed Gaza Ceasefire as Hostage Deal Advances
At least 60 days of ceasefire could be within reach in Gaza, as Hamas has reportedly accepted the framework of a U.S.-backed proposal to halt hostilities and begin talks on ending the war with Israel. The proposal, developed by U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff alongside officials from Egypt and Qatar, involves a structured exchange of hostages and prisoners and aims to pave the way for a permanent cessation of fighting, according to officials cited by The Wall Street Journal. 
At least 60 days of ceasefire could be within reach in Gaza, as Hamas has reportedly accepted the framework of a U.S.-backed proposal to halt hostilities and begin talks on ending the war with Israel. The proposal, developed by U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff alongside officials from Egypt and Qatar, involves a structured exchange of hostages and prisoners and aims to pave the way for a permanent cessation of fighting, according to officials cited by The Wall Street Journal. -
Russia Unleashes Record 539 Drones on Kyiv Hours After Trump-Putin Call; At Least 24 Casualties Reported
Russia launched its largest drone assault to date on Ukraine overnight, striking Kyiv with 539 unmanned aerial vehicles and 11 missiles just hours after U.S. President Donald Trump's call with Russian President Vladimir Putin ended in frustration, according to Ukrainian officials. The aerial attack killed at least one person and injured 23 others, marking one of the most destructive assaults of the war's third year. 
Russia launched its largest drone assault to date on Ukraine overnight, striking Kyiv with 539 unmanned aerial vehicles and 11 missiles just hours after U.S. President Donald Trump's call with Russian President Vladimir Putin ended in frustration, according to Ukrainian officials. The aerial attack killed at least one person and injured 23 others, marking one of the most destructive assaults of the war's third year.
