Europe

Ukraine war becomes drone battlefield as 20-kilometer ‘kill zones’ reshape combat

The war between Ukraine and Russia has entered its fifth year, with drones now dominating the battlefield. Once used mainly for recreation, these machines...

Ukraine’s long-range Liutyi drones hit vital unit at Russia’s Metafrax chemical plant

On February 17, Ukraine’s long-range An‑196 “Liutyi” drones struck a key part of Russia’s Metafrax chemical plant in Perm, hitting a vital rectification column...

Iran designates EU air and naval forces as terrorist organizations raising diplomatic questions

Reports indicate that Iran has designated air and naval forces linked to European Union member states as terrorist organizations....

Ukraine strikes 900 miles inside Russia, targets major nuclear missile facility

A major Russian missile manufacturing facility was reportedly hit overnight on February 21, according to independent monitoring sources and...

South Korea weighs NATO PURL participation as allies fund Ukraine air defense

South Korea is in discussions with NATO about possibly joining the Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List, known as PURL. The...

Italy launches €18.6 billion advanced fighter jet project in largest defense push yet

Italy is investing approximately €18.6 billion in what is being described as the most expensive fighter jet program in...

Germany moves to consider more F35 jets as FCAS delays raise questions over European defence plans

Germany is considering buying more U.S.-made F-35 fighter jets, according to sources familiar with the discussions. The possible purchase...

US says Ukraine war talks in Geneva make progress as fighting drags into fourth year

Diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine reached a key moment. The United States said “meaningful progress” was...