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english.elpais.com
3 months ago
US politics

US conducts retaliatory strikes against militias in Iraq and Syria

The United States launched retaliatory airstrikes in Iraq and Syria in response to a drone attack on a U.S. base in Jordan that killed three U.S. soldiers.
The airstrikes targeted over 85 facilities, including command and control centers, intelligence centers, rocket and missile storage, and logistics and munition supply chain facilities. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
World news

Widening Mideast Crisis: Mix-Up Preceded Deadly Drone Strike in Jordan, U.S. Officials Say

Air defenses failed to stop the attack on a U.S. military outpost in Jordan due to confusion over a returning American drone.
The drone attack was carried out by an Iran-backed militia in Iraq, escalating tensions in the region. [ more ]
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www.dw.com
3 months ago
World news

US targets Iran militias in response to Jordan attack DW 02/02/2024

President Biden is expected to attend a ceremony to honor the three US troops killed in a drone attack in Jordan, which was attributed to Iran-backed militias.
US officials have reportedly approved plans for strikes on Iranian targets in Syria and Iraq in response to the attack. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
World news

US mulling series of strikes against Iran's militias DW 02/02/2024

President Biden is expected to honor the three US troops killed in a drone attack blamed on Iran-backed militias.
The US has approved plans for strikes on Iranian targets in Syria and Iraq without escalating the conflict in the region. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

You Don't How Much That Means to Us': Biden Calls Family Of Slain Solider In Heart-Wrenching Video

President Biden called the family of a slain soldier to inform them of their loved one's posthumous promotion.
The soldier, Spc. Kennedy Ladon Sanders, was killed in a drone attack near the Syrian border.
Biden shared his own experience of losing loved ones to comfort the grieving family. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
US politics

US: 'Multiple actions' likely in response to Jordan strike DW 01/30/2024

President Biden has made a decision on the response to the drone attack that killed three US servicemembers in Jordan.
The US is considering a tiered approach with multiple actions as a response to the attack. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

US: 'Multiple actions' possible in response to Jordan strike DW 01/30/2024

President Biden has made a decision on the response to the drone attack in Jordan that killed three US servicemembers.
The US holds Iran responsible for the attack because they supply weapons to the groups behind it. [ more ]
Axios
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

GOP hawks press Biden to target Iran directly over U.S. soldiers' deaths in Jordan

President Biden is facing calls to escalate attacks on Iran-linked targets in response to the deaths of three U.S. service members in a drone attack.
Escalating attacks on Iran could draw the U.S. further into a regional conflict that has emerged as a result of the Israel-Hamas war. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US politics

Mix-Up Preceded Deadly Drone Strike in Jordan, U.S. Officials Say

Hostile drone attack on a U.S. military outpost in Jordan killed three American soldiers due to confusion over a friendly drone returning to the base.
Two other drones that attacked other locations nearby in southeast Syria were shot down. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
3 months ago
US politics

The US mistook the drone that killed three of its military personnel in Jordan for one of its own

Confusion over a U.S. drone returning to base led to the attack on a U.S. position in Jordan, killing three servicemen and injuring 40 others.
The attack increases pressure on Joe Biden as pro-Iranian militia attacks in the Middle East escalate and the risk of regional escalation grows. [ more ]
Boston.com
3 months ago
World news

What is Tower 22, the military base that was attacked in Jordan where 3 U.S. troops were killed?

A drone attack at a U.S. military base in Jordan has killed three American troops and injured at least 34 others.
The base, known as Tower 22, is located near the demilitarized zone on the border between Jordan and Syria.
The base serves as a strategic location for American forces to infiltrate and leave Syria as well as a potential route for weapons shipments from Iran. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 months ago
World news

Middle East conflict live updates: Biden vows response after drone strike kills 3 U.S. troops in Jordan

Three U.S. service members were killed and more than 30 were injured in a drone attack in Jordan, blamed on groups supported by Iran.
Attacks on U.S. personnel in Iraq and Syria have surged to more than 160 since October, leading to retaliatory strikes by the Pentagon against Iranian proxies. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 months ago
US politics

U.S. troops killed, wounded in Jordan attack blamed on Iranian proxies

Three U.S. troops were killed and 34 injured in a militant drone attack in Jordan, marking the first deadly military action against American service members since the war in Gaza.
President Biden blamed the attack on groups supported by Iran, raising questions about how the Pentagon will respond. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
US politics

Three US service members killed and many' injured in drone attack in Jordan, Biden says

Three US service members were killed and many wounded in a drone attack blamed on Iran-backed groups near the Syrian border.
This attack marks the first targeting of US troops in Jordan during the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. [ more ]
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www.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 684

Ukraine's Air Force shot down 21 Russian drones and Russia launched three cruise missiles.
Russian attacks caused casualties in multiple cities in Ukraine. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Putin praises Russian defenders' as Ukraine deflects another barrage

Putin pledges support to Russian soldiers in Ukraine
Ukraine reports increased drone and missile attacks from Russia [ more ]
www.france24.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Live: Russia says it downed four drones over Crimea as Ukraine hails air base strike

Ukraine's air force hit the Saki airbase in western Crimea with an overnight drone attack.
Russia plans to produce over 32,000 drones each year by 2030, with domestic producers accounting for 70% of the market. [ more ]
www.dw.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Ukraine updates: Russia ready to evacuate Belgorod residents DW 01/05/2024

Belgorod, a Russian city near the Ukrainian border, experienced another artillery and drone attack. Ukraine claims to have repelled Russian attacks and launched a drone attack on a Russian command post in Crimea. Ukraine is unable to confirm US claims that Russia used North Korean missiles in recent attacks. [ more ]
euronews
4 months ago
Europe news

Russia launches record number of drones across Ukraine

Russia launched a record 90 drones over Ukraine.
A 15-year-old boy was killed and buildings were damaged in the attacks. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Russia says strikes on Kharkiv were reaction to Ukraine's attack on Belgorod

Russia launched missile and drone strikes in retaliation for a terrorist attack on the Russian border city of Belgorod.
The missile strikes injured at least 28 people and damaged multiple buildings in Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city. [ more ]
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www.dw.com
1 week ago
JavaScript

Iraq: 4 killed in drone attack on gas field DW 04/26/2024

A drone attack in the autonomous Kurdistan region killed foreign workers at a gas field, causing significant damage, [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Ukraine war briefing: Long-range Atacms missiles on the way, says Zelenskiy

Russia launched a drone attack on Ukraine, causing injuries and damages in Odesa and targeting Kyiv. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war live: Ukraine says its air force has downed drones and guided missiles launched by Russia

Ukraine downed 14 out of 17 attack drones launched by Russia.
Energy infrastructure in Mykolaiv was damaged, but there were no casualties in the attacks. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Europe news

Russia says Ukraine attack hits Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

Radiation levels at Zaporizhzhia nuclear station remain normal post-attack, as per Russian-installed officials.
IAEA confirms drone detonation at the site and urges for actions to maintain nuclear safety. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Europe news

At least six killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine's Kharkiv

Russian strikes in Kharkiv kill 6 civilians, injure 10 people.
Ukraine's national police state that drones were used in the attack on Kharkiv. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
Europe news

Ukraine causes 'significant damage' at an oil refinery deep inside Russia

Ukraine claimed responsibility for a drone attack on Tatarstan, Russia.
The attack caused significant damage to an oil refinery, with six people injured. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war live: Russia launches fresh drone attack on Ukraine

Belarus President denies attackers attempting to flee to Belarus, contradicting Russia's narrative
Ukraine's air force chief reports repelling a Russian drone attack overnight and sinking a Russian warship in the Black Sea. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 722

An oil depot in Kursk, Russia, was reportedly blown up in a Ukrainian drone attack.
Ukraine's military sank a Russian landing ship in its sea drone attack against the Black Sea fleet. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Footage appears to show moment Ukraine hits Russian warship video

Ukrainian forces claim to have destroyed a Russian warship in a drone attack in the Black Sea.
Video footage shows sea drones hitting the ship and causing a big explosion. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 months ago
US news

The U.S. targets Iranian proxies for a second day in a row

The U.S. struck Iranian-linked targets in the Middle East for a second consecutive day, hitting 36 Houthi targets in Yemen.
The strikes are in response to a drone attack that killed three American soldiers in Jordan, with the U.S. claiming to have struck Iran-backed proxies in each country. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war live: reports of fire after Ukrainian drone hits Volgograd oil refinery

Ukraine's top military commander, General Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, is facing potential ousting after clashing with President Zelenskiy over military strategy and other issues.
Ukraine's air defenses successfully downed nine of 14 Russian drones in an attack on energy infrastructure in the city of Kryvyi Rih. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US politics

The Dignified Transfer

President Biden witnessed his second dignified transfer of his presidency, honoring the three Army Reserve soldiers killed in a drone attack by an Iranian-backed militia.
The process of dignified transfers is purposefully methodic and never gets easier for anyone, especially the fallen service members' families. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US politics

Biden Says U.S. Response to Deadly Drone Strike in Jordan Has Been Decided

President Biden has decided on a U.S. response to the drone attack in Jordan, but the details are not disclosed.
The U.S. may carry out a tiered approach, potentially involving multiple actions over a period of time in response to the attack. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US politics

Haley Says U.S. Should Go After' Iranian Military Over Deadly Drone Strike

Nikki Haley suggests going after Iranian military leaders in response to drone attack.
Haley calls for targeted strikes and imposing more sanctions on Iran. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
US politics

Frog being boiled': US troop deaths in Jordan incite Republican Iran hawks

Republican lawmakers are urging President Biden to take decisive action against Iran following a drone attack that killed three US troops.
Experts and advocates warn that increased political pressure may lead to direct confrontation with Iran, posing a danger to the US. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

Biden, first lady honor service members lost in Jordan drone attack

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden witnessed the return of three American service members killed in a drone attack in Jordan.
The transfer of the service members' remains was carried out in a solemn and dignified manner at Dover Air Force Base. [ more ]
Axios
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

Biden says he's decided how to respond to deadly Jordan attack

The White House has decided on a response to the drone attack in Jordan that killed three American soldiers.
The administration wants to avoid the risk of a wider regional war in the Middle East. [ more ]
Axios
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

War pressure grows as Biden plans military response to deadly Jordan attack

The White House and Pentagon are discussing a significant military response against pro-Iranian militias in the wake of a drone attack that killed three American soldiers near the Jordan-Syria border.
Pressure is mounting on the Biden administration to take more significant action, with Republican hawks pushing for strikes inside Iran. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

Trump Blames Biden For Iran-Proxy Drone Strike That Killed 3 Servicemen: A Tragic Consequence' of His Weakness and Surrender'

Donald Trump holds President Joe Biden responsible for the drone attack by Iran-backed militants
Trump criticizes Biden's policy towards Iran and blames him for the attack [ more ]
RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
3 months ago
France politics

France Says Russia Will 'Answer' For Deaths Of French Aid Workers In Ukraine

France demands accountability from Russia for the deaths of two French nationals in Ukraine
The victims were killed in a drone attack while carrying out humanitarian work [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Ukraine says destroyed' Russian ship in underwater drone attack off Crimea

Ukraine claims to have sunk a Russian warship using sea drones in the Black Sea near Crimea.
Military intelligence agency, GUR, released a video showing the alleged drone attack and sinking of the ship. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
World news

Israel-Hamas war: Iran warns against US 'threats' DW 01/31/2024

The US has vowed a "consequential" response to a deadly drone attack blamed on Iran-backed proxies.
The UN has warned of "catastrophic" consequences to aid funding cuts in Gaza. [ more ]
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3 months ago
World news

Israel-Hamas war: US names group behind Jordan attack DW 01/31/2024

The US vows a 'consequential' response to a drone attack blamed on Iran-backed proxies.
The UN warns of 'catastrophic' consequences to aid funding cuts in Gaza. [ more ]
The Atlantic
3 months ago
World news

Iran's Proxies Are Out of Control

The killing of three American soldiers in a drone attack has crossed a red line in the shadow war between Iran and the United States.
The Iranian leadership is being blamed for the attack, although the Biden administration has not directly implicated Iran in ordering the strike. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
World news

Israel-Hamas war: US vows 'all necessary actions' on defense DW 01/29/2024

The US says it will take 'all necessary actions' to defend its troops
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin vows to defend US troops and take necessary actions to respond to attacks [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Israel's war on Gaza: List of key events, day 115

Iran denies involvement in drone attack that killed US troops
Israel continues to hamper delivery of aid to Gaza [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Brink of war': Hezbollah-Israel trade further strikes across border

Fear of regional conflagration growing amid rise in violence across Israel-Lebanon border
Hezbollah launches drone attack on Israeli command base, Israel retaliates with air strikes
War in Gaza could potentially escalate into a larger regional conflict [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Houthis say they carried out drone attack on Israeli port of Eilat

Houthis claim responsibility for drone attack on Israeli port city of Eilat, Red Sea commercial vessel.
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war live: Putin victory would not end well for Europe', Lithuania's foreign minister says

Ukrainian drone strikes Russian oil storage depot
Ukraine working to restore air travel [ more ]
www.france24.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Ukraine claims new drone attack on oil depot in Russia

A Ukrainian drone struck an oil storage depot in western Russia, causing a massive blaze.
Ukraine is intensifying its efforts to unnerve Russians and undermine President Putin's claims of normalcy before the presidential election. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war live: Officials declare state of emergency in Russian city of Voronezh after Ukraine drone attack'

Mayor of Voronezh declares state of emergency after drone attack reportedly launched by Ukraine.
15 blasts heard near airbase, drone debris fell on apartment building, causing injuries and damage. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Russia targets Ukraine military' sites in retaliation for Belgorod attack

Russia has targeted Ukrainian military sites in Kyiv and Kharkiv in retaliation for an attack on the city of Belgorod.
At least six missiles hit Kharkiv, injuring at least 22 people and damaging multiple buildings.
Ukraine's Air Force destroyed 21 out of 49 attack drones aimed at civilian, military, and infrastructure targets. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Russia says 10 people killed in Ukrainian attack on Belgorod

Russia claims to have shot down 32 Ukrainian drones following a deadly attack by Ukraine in Belgorod.
Belgorod serves as a front-line region for the Kremlin's armed forces to launch attacks towards Ukraine. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war live: Moscow will be defeated', Zelenskiy says as Ukraine marks Christmas Day on 25 December for first time

Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Russia said on Monday that emergency workers had put out a fire on a Soviet-era nuclear-powered cargo-icebreaker ship and the state company which runs the vessel said there had been no casualties and no threat to the security of the reactor.
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
France news

Britain says a Royal Navy ship has shot down an attack drone over the Red Sea

A Royal Navy warship has shot down a suspected attack drone targeting commercial ships in the Red Sea.
This is the first time the Royal Navy has shot down an aerial target in anger since the 1991 Gulf War. [ more ]
www.dw.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy on surprise visit to Germany DW 12/15/2023

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy landed in Frankfurt on Thursday.
Odesa region in Ukraine was hit by a drone attack, injuring 11 people. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 652

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expresses determination to defeat Russia and achieve a fair peace
Russia launches a major drone attack on Ukrainian regions and captures a US-built Bradley infantry fighting vehicle [ more ]
english.elpais.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Russia says it downed dozens of Ukrainian drones headed for Moscow, following a mass strike on Kyiv

Ukraine attempted a drone attack on Moscow, but Russian air defenses were able to bring down at least 24 drones.
The drone strikes caused damage to several buildings and briefly shut down two airports.
Russian officials believe the drones used in the attack were similar to those previously used by Iran. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Europe news

Ukraine launches retaliatory drone strike on Moscow after attack on Kyiv

Ukraine attempted to attack Moscow with drones, but Russian air defenses brought down at least 24 drones.
Moscow's airports briefly shut down due to the drone attack.
Ukrainian officials did not comment on the strikes. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Russia hit with a 'mass drone attack' causing a series of explosions across cities

Russia was hit by a mass drone attack in retaliation for a drone attack in Kyiv.
At least one person was injured in Tula, Russia as debris from a Ukrainian drone hit an apartment building.
The Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, was hit with the biggest drone attack of the war so far, with at least 40 drones shot down. [ more ]
www.npr.org
5 months ago
Europe news

Russia says it downed dozens of Moscow-bound Ukrainian drones after it struck Kyiv

Ukraine attempted a drone attack on Moscow, which was successfully intercepted by Russian air defenses.
No casualties were reported, but some buildings were damaged in the drone strikes.
There have been regular drone attacks on Moscow since May 2023, with Russia blaming Ukraine. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Russia downs Ukrainian drones, missiles day after its attack on Kyiv

Russian air defences intercept Ukrainian drones over multiple regions, including Moscow.
Ukraine claims Russian drone attack on its territory and retaliates with drone strikes on Russian regions and Crimea. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war live: Russia and Ukraine both report thwarting drone strikes; Zelenskiy calls for more air defences

Russia's defence ministry claims to have thwarted a major Ukrainian drone attack, shooting down at least 20 drones over Russian regions.
Ukraine's air force says it destroyed eight of nine attack drones launched by Russia.
Ukrainian President Zelenskiy emphasizes the need for more air defenses to protect grain export routes and regions bordering Russia. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Russia launches most intensive drone attack since invasion began, says Ukraine

Russia has launched a significant drone attack on Ukraine, with around 75 Iranian-made Shahed drones targeting the capital, Kyiv.
The attack caused damage to buildings and left thousands without electricity, but most of the drones were shot down by Ukrainian forces.
Ukrainian officials believe that the attack could be the start of a larger campaign aimed at destroying Ukraine's energy infrastructure. [ more ]
www.dw.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Ukraine updates: Kyiv hit by 'massive' Russian drone attack DW 11/25/2023

Ukraine reports a significant drone attack by Russia in Kyiv, with several people injured and buildings and infrastructure damaged.
Ukraine's air force successfully shot down the majority of the drones launched by Russia.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau pledges more weapons to Ukraine, and Russia designates a former Prime Minister as a "foreign agent." [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war live: Kyiv hit by largest drone attack of war, officials say

Ukraine's capital city experienced a large drone attack by Russia, resulting in injuries and damage to buildings.
Kyiv's city administration reported downing at least 40 drones during the attack.
Mikhail Kasyanov, former Russian prime minister and Kremlin critic, has been classified as a foreign agent by Russia's justice ministry. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Europe news

More than 70 Russian drones hit Kyiv, wounding five: Ukrainian officials

Ukraine experienced a large-scale drone attack from Russia, resulting in injuries and damage to buildings.
The attack used Iranian-designed Shahed kamikaze drones and was the largest drone attack in the war so far.
There are concerns that Russia is targeting Ukraine's critical infrastructure ahead of winter. [ more ]
HuffPost
5 months ago
Europe news

Ukraine Launches Major Drone Attack On Moscow-Annexed Crimea

Ukraine launched a major drone attack on the Moscow-annexed Crimean Peninsula, according to Russian officials.
Both Ukraine and Russia are escalating their military efforts in different regions as the conflict continues and winter weather sets in.
Neither side has made significant gains and analysts predict the war will be a long one. [ more ]
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