US forces conducted airstrikes on Iranian military and infrastructure sites in the Persian Gulf; Iran retaliated with attacks on US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait.
Drone attacks overnight sparked fires at major Russian chemical and oil facilities, prompting transport restrictions and airport operation limits across multiple regions.
Ukrainian drones attacked Russia's Leningrad region hours before the St. Petersburg Economic Forum, prompting air defense responses and airport restrictions.
The US charges former Cuban leader Raul Castro over a 1996 attack that killed four American pilots, escalating tensions amid political clashes with Cuba.
NATO confirms ongoing delivery of US air defense missiles to Ukraine under the PURL program, reinforcing Western support amidst the prolonged conflict.
President Zelensky and German officials discuss advancing air defense and drone production after deadly Russian strikes on Kyiv.
Latvia’s ruling coalition collapses after Defense Minister resigns over drone incursions, sparking calls for new government formation ahead of elections.
Latvian Defense Minister Andris Spruds resigns following unauthorized drone incursions linked to Ukraine, raising concerns over Baltic airspace security amid regional conflicts.
NATO jets intercepted Russian bombers and fighters over the Baltic Sea during a planned flight on April 20, escalating airspace monitoring amid regional tensions.