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Russo-Ukrainian War
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
15 hours ago

Ukraine Hits Russian Oil Facilities, Says At Least 1 Civilian Killed In Russian Strikes

Ukraine continues drone attacks on Russian oil infrastructure while facing retaliatory drone strikes from Russia, resulting in civilian casualties and ongoing conflict.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Ukraine: 'Massive' Russian air strikes kill at least 14

Russia's air attacks on Ukraine resulted in at least 14 deaths, with Kharkiv facing significant drone and missile strikes.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The frontline is like Terminator': fighting robots give Ukraine hope in war with Russia

Ukraine's new battery-powered land robots are transforming modern warfare and logistics in the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
15 hours ago

Ukraine Hits Russian Oil Facilities, Says At Least 1 Civilian Killed In Russian Strikes

Ukraine continues drone attacks on Russian oil infrastructure while facing retaliatory drone strikes from Russia, resulting in civilian casualties and ongoing conflict.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Ukraine: 'Massive' Russian air strikes kill at least 14

Russia's air attacks on Ukraine resulted in at least 14 deaths, with Kharkiv facing significant drone and missile strikes.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The frontline is like Terminator': fighting robots give Ukraine hope in war with Russia

Ukraine's new battery-powered land robots are transforming modern warfare and logistics in the ongoing conflict with Russia.
from24/7 Wall St.
7 hours ago

Iran Wars Fuels RTX Growth Story as Defense Demand Rockets Higher

CEO Chris Calio emphasized the urgency of delivering critical products for national security, stating, 'We understand that our products are critical to national security. And I can tell you across the organization, we absolutely feel the responsibility and urgency to deliver more and to deliver it faster.'
Business
#us-military
Washington DC
fromFortune
10 hours ago

During the rescue of the F-15 airman in Iran, the U.S. military blew up two of its own transport planes that had to be left behind | Fortune

The U.S. successfully rescued two aviators shot down over Iran, marking a significant military operation in enemy territory.
fromAxios
9 hours ago
Right-wing politics

Exclusive: Trump says U.S. feared Iran trap during F-15 crew rescue

World news
fromFortune
6 hours ago

The U.S. military set up an improvised airfield deep inside Iran to rescue the F-15 airman. Marines just practiced building one in the desert | Fortune

The U.S. military executed a complex rescue mission for a downed F-15 officer in Iran, involving improvised airfields and significant operational challenges.
Washington DC
fromFortune
10 hours ago

During the rescue of the F-15 airman in Iran, the U.S. military blew up two of its own transport planes that had to be left behind | Fortune

The U.S. successfully rescued two aviators shot down over Iran, marking a significant military operation in enemy territory.
fromAxios
9 hours ago
Right-wing politics

Exclusive: Trump says U.S. feared Iran trap during F-15 crew rescue

World news
fromFortune
6 hours ago

The U.S. military set up an improvised airfield deep inside Iran to rescue the F-15 airman. Marines just practiced building one in the desert | Fortune

The U.S. military executed a complex rescue mission for a downed F-15 officer in Iran, involving improvised airfields and significant operational challenges.
#us-airforce
World news
fromwww.npr.org
14 hours ago

Trump says U.S. military has rescued airman shot down over Iran

A U.S. Airforce officer was rescued after evading capture in Iran for over a day following his plane being shot down.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
14 hours ago

Trump says U.S. military has rescued airman shot down over Iran

A U.S. Airforce officer was rescued after evading capture in Iran for over a day following his plane being shot down.
fromFortune
3 hours ago

Russia's key Baltic port resumes crude loading after attacks | Fortune

Ust-Luga, a key oil-export outlet in Russia's west, stopped at the end of March as Ukraine stepped up attacks on energy infrastructure along the Baltic coast.
Europe news
France politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

At least 14 people killed in Israeli strikes across Lebanon

Hezbollah and Israel engage in escalating military actions, resulting in casualties and significant strikes across Lebanon and northern Israel.
European startups
fromFortune
1 day ago

Trump sons to Gulf states: we've got some drone interception tech to sell you | Fortune

A drone company backed by Trump’s sons is selling to Gulf nations amid conflict with Iran, potentially profiting from the war initiated by their father.
#iran
World politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

Trump calms markets to fight longer and always uses the military assets he deploys as more combat power heads to Iran, Mideast expert says | Fortune

Trump's military strategy in the Middle East is intensifying as he faces critical decisions regarding Iran's military capabilities and U.S. domestic implications.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Despite propaganda coup of F-15 crew rescue, downing is reminder to US that Iran can fight back

The downing of an F-15 fighter highlights Iran's ability to challenge US air superiority and raises concerns over military operations in the region.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
US news

Retired Lt. General Says Missing U.S. Aviator Would Be Killed on the Spot' if Iranians Apply Hegseth's No Quarter' Rule

World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Former Trump NatSec Advisor Says President Probably in Panic Mode' After Two U.S. Jets Shot Down

Trump's credibility is undermined after Iran shot down U.S. military planes, contradicting his claims of air supremacy.
World politics
fromFortune
1 day ago

Trump calms markets to fight longer and always uses the military assets he deploys as more combat power heads to Iran, Mideast expert says | Fortune

Trump's military strategy in the Middle East is intensifying as he faces critical decisions regarding Iran's military capabilities and U.S. domestic implications.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Despite propaganda coup of F-15 crew rescue, downing is reminder to US that Iran can fight back

The downing of an F-15 fighter highlights Iran's ability to challenge US air superiority and raises concerns over military operations in the region.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
US news

Retired Lt. General Says Missing U.S. Aviator Would Be Killed on the Spot' if Iranians Apply Hegseth's No Quarter' Rule

World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Former Trump NatSec Advisor Says President Probably in Panic Mode' After Two U.S. Jets Shot Down

Trump's credibility is undermined after Iran shot down U.S. military planes, contradicting his claims of air supremacy.
Retirement
fromAxios
3 days ago

Hegseth removes Army's top general during Iran war

George was nominated by President Biden in 2023 but was asked to retire immediately by Hegseth.
Science
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The Navy brought a retired laser weapon back for a new drone fight

The U.S. Navy has revived a high-energy laser weapon for military exercises, enhancing capabilities against asymmetric threats.
#nato
Europe politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

NATO's mutual defense framework is challenged by U.S. actions regarding Iran, raising questions about the alliance's future and European security independence.
Europe politics
fromTheregister
1 week ago

NATO needs layered defenses to deal with swarms of drones

NATO must develop affordable air defense systems to counter the threat of cheap, mass-produced drones, learning from Ukraine's experience.
Europe politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump threatens to break NATO's promise over Iran war

NATO's mutual defense framework is challenged by U.S. actions regarding Iran, raising questions about the alliance's future and European security independence.
Europe politics
fromTheregister
1 week ago

NATO needs layered defenses to deal with swarms of drones

NATO must develop affordable air defense systems to counter the threat of cheap, mass-produced drones, learning from Ukraine's experience.
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

An Army Shake-Up in the Middle of a War

Hegseth asked General Randy George, who was just over halfway through his slated tenure as Army chief of staff, to step down and retire immediately, a Pentagon official told us.
Washington DC
#trump
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
4 days ago

Iran Exposed a New Reality for U.S. Air Power

Operation Epic Fury challenged the assumption of uncontested skies, requiring a significant effort to achieve air superiority over Iran.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
15 hours ago

Ukraine hits port in Russia's Primorsk, oil refinery in Nizhny Novgorod

Ukrainian drone strikes targeted Russia's Primorsk port and NORSI oil refinery, causing fuel leaks and a fire, impacting oil export capabilities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The delusion of easy victory from the air may have seduced the US into another war

Giulio Douhet proposed a revolution in warfare, stating that victory would come from large-scale aerial bombardments targeting civilians and infrastructure rather than just combatants.
Right-wing politics
#us-iran-conflict
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
18 hours ago

Miraculous': US rescues second pilot downed in Iran, Trump confirms

The US successfully rescued a second F-15 pilot while Iran claims to have shot down another US aircraft involved in the operation.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

United States rescues pilot of first plane shot down by Iran in war

US troops are searching for a missing F-15 crew member after Iran shot down the jet, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Middle East crisis live: US and Iranian forces race to recover missing pilot from downed jet; Israel bombards Beirut

The US-Iran conflict escalates with military actions, including downed aircraft and strikes on economic sites, impacting global energy supplies.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
18 hours ago

Miraculous': US rescues second pilot downed in Iran, Trump confirms

The US successfully rescued a second F-15 pilot while Iran claims to have shot down another US aircraft involved in the operation.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

United States rescues pilot of first plane shot down by Iran in war

US troops are searching for a missing F-15 crew member after Iran shot down the jet, marking a significant escalation in the conflict.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Middle East crisis live: US and Iranian forces race to recover missing pilot from downed jet; Israel bombards Beirut

The US-Iran conflict escalates with military actions, including downed aircraft and strikes on economic sites, impacting global energy supplies.
#air-defense
World politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Total air defense is effectively impossible. In a major war, the West may have to make hard choices.

The West must make difficult choices about air defense priorities in large-scale wars due to limitations in resources and technology.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

US allies are scrambling to buy Ukraine's counter-drone tech, but gear alone isn't enough to defeat the Shahed threat

American allies must develop comprehensive air defense systems against drones, not just purchase technology from Ukraine.
World politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Total air defense is effectively impossible. In a major war, the West may have to make hard choices.

The West must make difficult choices about air defense priorities in large-scale wars due to limitations in resources and technology.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

US allies are scrambling to buy Ukraine's counter-drone tech, but gear alone isn't enough to defeat the Shahed threat

American allies must develop comprehensive air defense systems against drones, not just purchase technology from Ukraine.
#f-15e
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

US rescues second crew member of downed F-15E fighter jet from Iran

The second crew member of a downed F-15E fighter jet was rescued by US forces after a two-day search in southwest Iran.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

US rescues second crew member of downed F-15E fighter jet from Iran

The second crew member of a downed F-15E fighter jet was rescued by US forces after a two-day search in southwest Iran.
World politics
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The U.S. needs to master Ukraine's cheap drone strategy

The U.S. military's traditional weaponry is ill-equipped for modern warfare, as demonstrated by Iran's use of inexpensive drones against costly U.S. systems.
#russia
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 day ago

Zelenskyy Accuses Russia Of 'Easter Escalation' After Deadly Overnight Strikes

Russia launched extensive air strikes on Ukraine, resulting in civilian casualties and destruction, while Ukraine retaliated with drone strikes into Russian territory.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: Russian army records almost no territorial gains for first time since 2023, analysis shows

Russia's army made minimal territorial gains in Ukraine in March, marking a significant slowdown in their offensive efforts.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 day ago

Zelenskyy Accuses Russia Of 'Easter Escalation' After Deadly Overnight Strikes

Russia launched extensive air strikes on Ukraine, resulting in civilian casualties and destruction, while Ukraine retaliated with drone strikes into Russian territory.
World news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 day ago

Even Top US Jets Face Risks: F-15 Incident Highlights Complex Airspace Over Iran

The F-15, despite its success, faces risks in contested airspace, highlighted by recent incidents and historical losses to ground defenses.
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

How Donald Trump's War on Iran Helps Vladimir Putin's War on Ukraine

In 2021, when Olga Rudenko and other journalists launched the Kyiv Independent, they were committed to making a publication that wouldn't face political pressure from an owner. A few months later, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and the Independent began reporting breaking news from the front lines.
Russo-Ukrainian War
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Shahed-killing interceptor drones may look simple, but building them to keep up with the threat isn't easy

Interceptor drones are complex systems essential for countering cheap drone attacks, with Ukraine producing them at scale to meet rising global demand.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Why Did No One Ask Ukraine How to Destroy Drones?

Ukraine's experience countering Iranian drones offers cost-effective defense solutions that the U.S. and Israel did not seek before their military response to Iran.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: Russia responds to Zelenskyy's Easter truce offer with drone attack

Zelenskyy criticized Russia for airstrikes in response to an Easter truce offer, emphasizing the need for diplomacy and US support for peace efforts.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Bolton believes Trump is 'probably in panic mode' US hunt for the missing pilot - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

It sounds to me like he's probably back in a panic mode. Wishing he could find a way to declare victory and get out of this war, regardless of whether or not he opens the Strait of Hormuz before he does it.
World news
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

Ukrainian troops showed 'greater tactical imagination' than Western trainers, British officer says, pointing to their ambush tactics

Ukrainian soldiers demonstrate greater tactical creativity and flexibility compared to their Western trainers, particularly in ambush tactics.
World news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Trump vows to strike civilian infrastructure as Iran strikes at Gulf tech sites

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
Careers
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Russia's war in Ukraine has made its formidable air defenses an even tougher challenge for NATO, airpower analyst warns

Upgraded, combat-experienced Russian air defenses now present a greater and more effective threat to NATO air operations than before 2022.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Ukraine war briefing: German defence giant sparks row after comparing Ukraine drone makers to housewives'

Rheinmetall's CEO faced backlash for comparing Ukrainian drone production to housewives making weapons, prompting responses from Ukrainian officials and social media.
World news
fromAxios
3 days ago

U.S. bombs Iran's civilian infrastructure for first time after "stone ages" threat

U.S. strikes on Iranian infrastructure aim to disrupt military logistics and pressure the regime into negotiations.
#drone-warfare
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Drone defense in the Iran war: What can Ukraine offer?

Ukraine's experience in drone defense offers cost-effective solutions against Iranian and Russian drones, attracting international interest in its technology and expertise.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Drones haven't won the fight in Ukraine. That matters as the West learns new ways of war.

Drones have transformed warfare in Ukraine but are not decisive for victory, reflecting deeper constraints in air superiority and combat strategy.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Drone defense in the Iran war: What can Ukraine offer?

Ukraine's experience in drone defense offers cost-effective solutions against Iranian and Russian drones, attracting international interest in its technology and expertise.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

New era of drone warfare creates higher risks for civilians

Cheap drones deployed in massive numbers during Middle East and Ukraine conflicts create civilian casualties when intercepted, as falling debris from defensive measures causes widespread harm.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Israel rations interceptor missiles amid risk of falling into a war of attrition with Iran

Two Iranian missiles struck Israel, raising concerns about missile defense effectiveness and the capacity for prolonged conflict with Iran.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

UK sends more troops to Gulf amid Donald Trump jibes over British military involvement

The UK is increasing military support in the Gulf, deploying 1,000 troops in response to threats from Iran.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Ukraine says its 'red' team forces beat NATO's 'blue' team forces in every combat scenario during recent naval drone drills

Ukrainian naval drones defeated NATO forces in a recent naval combat drill off Portugal, showcasing their strategic advantage in modern warfare.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv deploys 200 anti-drone experts to Middle East

Ukraine deploys 201 anti-drone experts to the Middle East to counter Iranian Shahed drones, while warning European nations that advancing drone technology enables attacks by non-state actors and criminal networks.
World news
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Ukraine showed NATO artillery crews how to use drones. Now they're figuring out how to make them work in the Arctic.

NATO forces in the Arctic are adopting drone-assisted targeting tactics learned from Russia's Ukraine invasion, but Arctic conditions create significant operational challenges for equipment designed for temperate climates.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Ukraine war briefing: Ukraine strikes Russian aircraft sites 800km from border

Ukraine's military struck Russian aircraft manufacturing and maintenance plants in Ulyanovsk and Novgorod regions, damaging military transport planes and reducing Russia's ability to sustain combat-ready aircraft.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Cheap drones transform global battlefield

Iran's inexpensive Shahed drones force costly defensive responses, with Ukraine's anti-drone expertise becoming critical to Middle Eastern air defense after initial U.S. rejection.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Russia and Ukraine wage high-tech war in the 'death zone'

Ukrainian forces use drone surveillance and underground tunnels to detect and counter Russian advances in the Kharkiv region, where careful analysis of ground signs reveals enemy movements.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

The front line basements where Ukraine specializes in electronic warfare

Ukrainian soldiers are manufacturing homemade anti-drone systems on the front lines, representing a grassroots weapons production effort alongside official defense industries in response to evolving drone warfare tactics.
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