US Secretary of State Antony Blinken attends the 19th East Asia Summit during the 44th and 45th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summits in Vientiane, Laos, on Friday. Reuters.

US accuses Russia and China Block Consensus Statement at East Asia Summit Over South China Sea

Russia and China jointly blocked a proposed consensus statement at the East Asia Summit (EAS) in Laos, citing objections over specific language on the disputed South China Sea. The draft, prepared by Southeast Asian nations, was a product of extensive...
Strike on a Ukrainian SAM Site, presumably PAC-3/PAC-2 Patriot

Russian MoD Releases Footage of Ukrainian Patriot Battery Destruction: A Strategic Blow Amid Ongoing Conflict

on October 9, 2024, the Russian Ministry of Defense (RuMoD) released footage showcasing the destruction of a Ukrainian Patriot surface-to-air missile (SAM) battery near Pashena Balka in the Dnepropetrovsk region. The RuMoD claims that an Iskander ballistic missile system was...
Crimea has been burning for three consecutive days following a successful strike by Ukrainian forces

Ukrainian Drone Strike Sparks Days-Long Blaze at Crimean Oil Refinery

A Major Setback for Russian Military Logistics in Crimea A massive fire at a crucial oil refinery in Crimea has been raging for three days following a successful Ukrainian drone strike on October 7. The attack has severely impacted the...
Ukrainian service members inspect parts of a Russian S-70 drone in eastern Ukraine on October 5.

Russian S-70 Okhotnik Drone Downed in Ukraine: How Loss of This Stealth Aircraft Affects Air Operations in Ukraine

The ongoing war in Ukraine witnessed a significant incident when a Russian S-70 Okhotnik heavy drone was shot down near Kostiantynivka, a key area close to the front lines. The loss of this advanced military drone, reportedly designed for precision...
Russia crude oil

Russia’s Crude Shipments Surge to Three-Month High Amid Refinery Maintenance

Russia’s crude oil shipments have surged to their highest levels in three months, a development linked to the country's refineries embarking on seasonal maintenance. This rise in exports highlights the resilience of Russia’s oil industry despite production cuts and international...
F-16 fighter jets

Netherlands Deliver F-16 Fighter Jets and Advanced Drones to Ukraine

Ukraine's defense capabilities against Russia, the Netherlands has officially begun delivering F-16 fighter jets to the embattled country. Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans, on a surprise visit to Ukraine, confirmed the handover of 24 advanced warplanes, marking the first instance...
Ukrainian service members inspect parts of a Russian S-70 drone in eastern Ukraine on October 5.

Russia’s S-70 Okhotnik Drone Crash: A Major Setback and Intelligence Opportunity

In the conflict in Ukraine and global military intelligence, Russia reportedly lost one of its few advanced S-70 Okhotnik ("Hunter") combat drones in eastern Ukraine. The crash marks a significant blow for Moscow while presenting a potential intelligence windfall for...
Russian forces launched a powerful attack on the Yuzhny port in the Odessa region

Russian Missile Strike Targets European Ammunition Ship at Ukraine’s Yuzhny Port

Russia and Ukraine war, the Russian Defense Ministry (MoD) announced on October 6 that a ship carrying European ammunition was destroyed by an Iskander-M missile in the Ukrainian port of Yuzhny, located in the Odesa region. According to the Russian...
Russian Black Sea fleet flagship

Ukraine Inflicts Major Losses on Russia’s Black Sea Fleet, Moscow Looks to China for Naval Support

Russia and Ukraine have primarily been understood as a brutal ground war with fierce aerial combat, particularly as Russia relentlessly bombards civilian infrastructure and Ukrainian forces respond with growing resilience. However, a lesser-known but equally crucial aspect of the war...
Russian court has sentenced a 72-year-old American citizen, Stephen James Hubbard

72-Year-Old American Sentenced to Almost Seven Years in Russian Jail for Allegedly Fighting as a Mercenary in Ukraine

A Russian court has sentenced a 72-year-old American citizen, Stephen James Hubbard, to nearly seven years in a penal colony for allegedly serving as a mercenary on the side of Ukraine. This case adds another layer of complexity to the...
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