US forces launched strikes on Iranian air defense sites after Tehran downed an American Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating regional tensions.
Israel launched airstrikes in Iran following Iranian missile attacks; US President Trump signals potential peace deal, adding complexity to regional tensions and market volatility.
Russian forces struck Zaporizhzhia causing fire and partial power outage; emergency services respond amid warnings of further aerial bomb threats.
US forces intercepted four Iranian drones threatening shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, striking radar stations amid ongoing Gulf tensions and regional missile attacks.
Russian drone attacks on Ukrainian cities Zaporizhzhia, Konotop, and Kherson cause civilian casualties and infrastructure damage, marking intensified hostilities.
Israel and Lebanon, mediated by the US, agree to a ceasefire requiring Hezbollah to cease fire and withdraw from southern Litani River sectors amid ongoing conflict.
Trump harshly criticized Netanyahu for Israeli strikes in Lebanon, warning the actions threaten ceasefire efforts and increase Israel's international isolation amid rising civilian casualties.
Russia launched overnight drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, causing multiple deaths, injuries, and widespread damage amid heightened conflict.
Drone attacks on Kharkiv and Odessa damaged residential buildings and injured seven people amid the ongoing conflict, with fires and structural damage reported.
US forces disabled a Gambian-flagged vessel heading to Iran in the Gulf of Oman amid enforcement of the Strait of Hormuz blockade, following repeated warnings.
Drone attacks in Rostov and Saratov regions ignite fires at oil storage and refinery facilities, causing infrastructure damage but no reported casualties.
NATO confirms the drone that crashed into a Romanian residential building is Russian-made, intensifying regional security concerns near the Ukraine border.
A Russian drone crashed onto a Romanian apartment rooftop during attacks on Ukraine, causing fire, injuries, and evacuation amid heightened regional tensions.
The US conducted defensive strikes on southern Iran targets, aiming to protect American troops during an ongoing ceasefire, impacting energy markets and geopolitical risk.
UN peacekeeping forces have dropped to a 25-year low due to funding gaps and geopolitical tensions, with a 49% reduction since 2016, SIPRI reports.
Russian missile strikes on May 24 inflicted severe damage on Kyiv’s National Chernobyl Museum and multiple cultural sites, with up to 40% of exhibits lost and several institutions forced to close temporarily.
Russian drone strikes hit Kyiv causing casualties and fires, with possible use of the 'Oreshnik' ballistic missile raising escalation concerns in Ukraine conflict.
Ukraine's president and key European leaders held a video conference to advance diplomatic efforts amid stronger Ukrainian battlefield positions and increased intelligence sharing.
Lukoil’s NORSI refinery in Nizhny Novgorod halves capacity after Ukrainian drone strikes, impacting a quarter of Russia’s refining output.
The US Senate voted 50-47 to advance a resolution requiring presidential Congressional approval for military actions against Iran amid ongoing hostilities and a fragile ceasefire.
President Trump postponed a planned May 19 strike on Iran after Gulf leaders urged restraint; intense negotiations continue amid ongoing regional tensions.
Russian military strikes damaged port and energy infrastructure in southern Ukraine, while drone attacks targeted urban areas in Kharkiv, signaling escalating conflict impacts on critical sectors.
Russian drone and missile attacks overnight caused injuries and damage to residential areas in Odesa and Dnipro, with emergency services responding to fires and casualties.
Russian forces conducted drone and missile strikes overnight on May 17 targeting multiple Ukrainian regions, causing property damage and injuries but no reported fatalities.
Russian forces launched a massive missile and drone strike on Kyiv causing fires, building collapses, and multiple casualties amid ongoing rescue operations.
The UAE has reportedly conducted secret airstrikes on Iranian oil infrastructure amid escalating Iranian drone and missile attacks, shifting regional dynamics and impacting key economic sectors.
Germany considers President Steinmeier as EU representative for peace talks with Russia, amid skepticism over Putin's proposal to appoint Schröder alone.
Russia and Ukraine use the May 9-11 ceasefire to rotate troops and prepare offensives, while limited attacks continue amid efforts for prisoner exchange.
Poland has secured a €43.7 billion EU loan to modernize its military under the SAFE program, despite presidential veto and concerns over long-term repayment.
Iran requires tankers to submit detailed vessel information before transiting the Strait of Hormuz amid rising regional tensions and U.S. naval operations.
The U.S. Department of State has authorized a potential $373.6M sale of JDAM-ER kits to Ukraine, enhancing the range and precision of air-delivered bombs amid ongoing conflict.
Despite Ukraine's unilateral ceasefire starting May 6, Russian forces continued attacks in multiple regions, intensifying conflict ahead of Victory Day celebrations.
Iran launched its first missile and drone strikes on the UAE since a US-Iran truce, prompting regional condemnation and raising concerns over energy security and market stability.
Germany will transfer an 84 MW gas-fired power plant, formerly serving Nord Stream, to Ukraine as humanitarian aid, aiding Ukraine’s energy infrastructure amid ongoing conflict.
Iran has presented a detailed 14-point peace plan to the US, outlining demands to end the Middle East conflict, while Washington remains skeptical about the proposal's acceptance.
Italy and Germany express concern over Israel’s interception of a humanitarian flotilla near Crete aimed at delivering aid to Gaza amid ongoing tensions.
Israeli naval forces detained several ships from a humanitarian flotilla attempting to deliver aid to Gaza, enforcing a longstanding maritime blockade amid regional tensions.
Oil prices surged over 7% as U.S. President Trump threatened a long-term blockade of Iran, raising concerns about supply disruptions through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Moscow’s May 9 Victory Day parade will omit military vehicles for the first time in years due to operational security concerns amid heightened regional tensions.
President Trump cancels US envoy trip to Pakistan amid stalled Iran peace talks, citing confidence in US leverage and logistical challenges in negotiations.
Russian drone attacks on Odessa cause residential damage and casualties; multiple strikes also impact Sumy and Dnipropetrovsk regions, disrupting critical infrastructure.
US President Trump announces a three-week extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire amid historic diplomatic talks and plans to host key leaders.
Seven people, including two children, were injured in overnight drone strikes on Dnipro, causing fires in residential apartments and damaging commercial properties.