The EU is summoning Russia's envoy over missile strikes on a Kyiv military exhibition and Latvia’s consulate, proposing expanded sanctions amid Kyiv’s advancing drone capabilities.
Drone strikes hit Russian cities Belgorod, Rostov-on-Don, and Engels airfield, causing fires and damaging logistics and energy infrastructure amid ongoing Ukraine conflict.
Ukraine requests urgent UN Security Council meeting over Russian attacks on Black Sea commercial ships, warning of global food security risks.
US military continues 11-night offensive strikes on Iran targeting strategic sites amid escalating regional hostilities and maritime security concerns.
The US has sent the first of a $100M humanitarian aid package to Cuba amid sanctions and military contingency planning by Washington.
The US conducted its tenth straight day of strikes on Iran’s military sites as Tehran responded with missile and drone attacks, intensifying tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
US military deaths in the Iran conflict have reached 17 after a soldier was killed during the detonation of Iranian explosives in Iraq, with US forces escalating military deployments amid rising tensions.
Russian forces attacked Zaporizhzhia and Sumy with guided bombs on July 19, killing at least three civilians and damaging residential and industrial infrastructure.
Russian ballistic missile strike overnight causes fires and damage across Kyiv, leaving at least one dead and multiple injured amid heightened conflict tensions.
The Trump administration's tentative approval for Saudi uranium enrichment without full IAEA oversight raises nuclear proliferation concerns amid regional tensions with Iran.
Russia proposes a law enabling convicted individuals, including those involved in organized crime and smuggling, to join military service contracts amid ongoing recruitment efforts.
Ukrainian drone attacks overnight targeted Russian regions including Tambov, Moscow, and Crimea, causing fires, casualties, and evacuations at key logistics sites and urban areas.
The US launched multiple strikes on Iranian infrastructure, prompting Iranian retaliatory attacks and heightened regional defense measures amid escalating tensions.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe states the average survival time for Russian conscripts in Ukraine is 20-30 minutes due to AI-powered drone warfare altering battlefield outcomes.
Ukraine's parliament is poised to approve Sergei Koretsky as the new prime minister, with a significant Cabinet reshuffle scheduled for July 16.
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.
Germany defends the International Criminal Court amid a US campaign to limit its jurisdiction, with the EU rejecting claims that the ICC threatens US sovereignty.
Russian forces struck Izyum with guided bombs and Shahed drones, causing civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure in the Kharkiv region.
Germany reports a sharp rise in military service refusals in early 2027 amid security tensions and new conscription laws requiring mandatory fitness checks for all 18-year-old males.
Darlene Graham Norton appointed to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham in the U.S. Senate, securing Republican majority through January 2027.
US forces struck Iran for the third time this week after attacks on commercial vessels, leading to the closure of the crucial Strait of Hormuz and escalating regional tensions.
The US has launched new airstrikes on Iran targeting over 80 military sites to curb Tehran’s interference with shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating regional tensions.
Germany announces a record €124.7 billion defense budget for 2026, marking a 25.5% increase amid NATO efforts to boost European military spending.
Russian forces launched missile and drone strikes overnight on Kyiv and Kharkiv, causing fires, casualties, and damage to homes and infrastructure.
US military strikes Iranian targets after attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, while diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions remain stalled.
Germany's 2027 budget plan raises spending by 6% and borrowing to €118.7 billion, with defense funding up 32.7% amid security concerns over Russia.
Canada’s choice of German TKMS submarines marks a $100 billion investment, enhancing NATO’s Arctic security and defense cooperation ahead of the summit.
Gazprom has contracted with Russia's Defense Ministry to form mobile security units to patrol and protect gas infrastructure, employing personnel without active military status.
Russian forces launched missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and surrounding areas, causing at least seven deaths and extensive damage to residential buildings and infrastructure.
Russia's Defense Ministry proposes ending mandatory medical exams for conscripts and contract soldiers, reflecting recruitment difficulties amid ongoing conflict.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs warns NATO to prepare for potential escalation with Russia, stressing the need for stronger military capabilities and alliance unity ahead of the Ankara summit.
Two German brothers admitted to illegally exporting €830,000 of machinery parts to Russia via front companies in Central Asia and Turkey, violating EU sanctions.
June saw a 29% drop in Russian drone strikes and a 15% decrease in missile attacks on Ukraine compared to May, though experts caution this may be temporary amid ongoing conflict.
Julia Navalnaya received the European Prize from Bavaria's SPD faction for her courageous resistance against Russia's authoritarian regime and defense of human rights.
President Zelensky proposes a Ukrainian National Pantheon and a new European Order amid diplomatic tensions with Poland over historical memory and military honors.
US forces struck Iranian military infrastructure after drone attacks on oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions and impacting global energy markets.
A Russian ballistic missile strike on Kyiv injured two and ignited fires, while Ukrainian forces reported multiple drone and missile launches targeting several regions overnight.
Finland has lifted its ban on importing and storing nuclear weapons as of July 1, bolstering national and NATO security amid escalating tensions with Russia.
Russia shuts Romanian consulate in St. Petersburg and expels acting consul in response to Romania closing Russian consulate in Constanța after a drone incident.
Drone debris caused a fire at a major oil depot near Krasnodar, while simultaneous drone strikes hit energy infrastructure across Crimea, triggering power outages and explosions.
The US Senate narrowly passed a resolution urging troop withdrawal from Iran conflict zones amid active peace talks and a fragile ceasefire.
Right-wing businessman Abelardo de la Espriella leads Colombia's presidential runoff, signaling a turn toward tougher security policies and economic deregulation.
Russian drone and missile strikes hit Kharkiv and Odessa, causing fires, casualties, and damage to residential and agricultural sites amid ongoing conflict.
Ukrainian drone strikes caused fires at strategic sites in Crimea, including Kerch port's oil terminal and Sevastopol's defense zones, with air defenses shooting down four UAVs.
US intelligence warns Netanyahu may undermine the US-Iran deal amid Israeli concerns over Hezbollah and regional security ahead of key elections.
The EU initiates discreet talks with the Kremlin aiming to pave the way for future Ukraine peace negotiations amid changing war and economic conditions.
Russia launched ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities shortly after the G7 pledged increased support to Ukraine, raising geopolitical tensions and market risks.
G7 leaders unveil new sanctions targeting Russian energy exports and pledge increased delivery of advanced weaponry to Ukraine amid shifting battlefield dynamics.
Bolivia and the US sign their first drug-fighting agreement since 2008, pledging $20 million in support to combat cocaine trafficking amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.
Drone strikes hit Russia's Tula region and Moscow suburb Reutov, killing three civilians and sparking an industrial fire amid ongoing Russia-Ukraine hostilities.