Estonia to close border with Russia after ‘sabotage attack’ on defense firm
Tallinn's Internal Security Service said an attempted arson attack was commissioned by Russia's GRU military intelligence agency.
‘Almost magic’ as SpaceX craft caught mid-air: Why it matters
SpaceX's Starship successfully returned to its launchpad after orbiting in space.
Francophonie summit opens in Cambodia overshadowed by African tensions
The DR Congo objects to Rwanda's Louise Mushikiwabo seeking a third term as head of the organisation and threatens to quit if she is re-elected
Gender-diverse Australian sailors barred from US submarines despite Aukus deal, documents reveal
Defence briefing released under freedom of information laws shows ADF beholden to US directives when in training Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Aukus is effectively forcing the Australian na
US, China seek common ground on military crisis pact as Washington weighs terms: sources
The United States and China are working to iron out a military accident-prevention agreement ahead of their summit in Shenzhen, although progress has been slow amid divisions within the US administration, according to so
Bahrain says air defences destroyed several Iranian drones attacking US base
Bahrain issued two alerts of potential threats on Sunday, its first such warnings since September. The second Iranian drone attack in three days, ending a long lull in strikes during the Middle East war. Diplomatic effor
Three commercial vessels struck by drones near Romania's black sea, PM says
Romania's Prime Minister called the attack on the three vessels Saturday 'unacceptable' and a 'violation of international law'. A day prior, a separate cargo-bound vessel was also struck. No injuries were reported.
Gaza families bury bodies of loved ones trapped for years under rubble
The remains of 69 Palestinians have been recovered in northern Gaza, allowing families to bury them.
Iran targets US military base in Bahrain with drone attack
It marks the second attack on the country in three days and comes as the US and Iran remain locked in a stand-off over the Strait of Hormuz.
Starshield restrictions help Russia’s energy attacks on Ukraine: Zelenskyy
Starlink has recently denied restricting internet speeds, but Elon Musk suggested the US military could be behind it.
Ukrainian drones strike Russia's petrochemical capital in overnight assault
Russian officials confirmed Sunday that the central industrial city of Nizhnekamsk had endured "prolonged" Ukrainian airstrikes overnight, damaging a residential building and sparking a fire at a major petrochemical comp
Senior Hamas commander who helped oversee Oct. 7 attack killed in Israeli strike in Gaza
Hamas said on Sunday that a senior commander who helped plan and oversee the Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel had been killed in an Israeli airstrike, with the Israeli military confirming his death.
Romania slams ‘unacceptable’ drone strikes on Black Sea ships
Three commercial vessels were hit near Romania’s coast, prompting fighter jet deployments and fresh calls for NATO support to strengthen Black Sea security.
Iran launches strikes on Bahrain as Tehran says it attacked US military base
President Donald Trump has said in recent days that he might hold off from attacking Iran if the US faces no new provocations from Tehran
Chinese J-10C fighter spotted carrying modified Russian-origin heavy-strike missile
New state media footage has surfaced showing for the first time what appears to be a Chinese-modified variant of the Russian-origin Kh-29T air-to-surface missile mounted on a J-10C fighter jet. State broadcaster CCTV’s s
Kayla Harrison defeats Amanda Nunes to retain UFC bantamweight belt
Harrison won by a fourth-round submission against MMA legend Nunes, who made a comeback after a three-year absence.
A disastrous Iran war? The US is now a mover and shaker of oil markets
Many see the US war on Iran as a colossal geopolitical bungle, failing to secure its larger strategic objectives. Yet it has allowed the blundering Trump administration to move into an immensely powerful position – one i
The Philippines and Australia strengthen joint military deterrence at ASEAN summit
Southeast Asian leaders opened their annual summit in the Philippine capital Manila on Sunday. During three days, world leaders are expected to focus on trade, energy and conflict – including the war in Iran. Donald Trum
Iran targets US military radar in Bahrain in ‘retaliatory’ drone strikes
Iran’s IRGC says six drones were launched at a US radar installation at an air base in Bahrain.
Will Ukraine make territorial concessions for NATO membership?
The United States suggested Ukraine make territorial concessions in exchange for a NATO membership, according to Volodymyr Zelensky. The Ukrainian president also claims that Russia has rejected an energy truce. This week
Siege on Hebron’s Beit Ula industrial zone threatens Palestinian economy
Israel takes measures to crush Palestinian business in the occupied West Bank.
Top Hamas commander killed in Israeli strike in Gaza
Hamas said on Sunday that a senior commander who helped plan and oversee the October 7, 2023, attack on Israel had been killed in an Israeli air strike, with the Israeli military confirming his death. Samir Abu Younis,
Israel coalition talks put Arab party leader under pressure over Hamas
Mansour Abbas faces mounting pressure from Israel’s change bloc to denounce Hamas as a prerequisite for coalition role.
New U.S. F-15EX fighters arrive at Okinawa Kadena Base
Kadena is the Air Force's first overseas base to receive the fighters equipped with state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems.
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv drone strike sparks fire at Russia petrochemical plant
The Ukrainian attacks hit a defence and aviation manufacturing plant in the western Bryansk region
Inside Yemen’s tent schools: how war is stealing a generation’s education
Hesham Al-Shabili reports from Marib, where displacement and overcrowding is driving pupils out of education
Haitians welcome deployment of Salvadoran troops as gang violence rages on
The around 2,000 soldiers in Haiti are operating outside the official framework of the UN-back Gang Suppression Force.
Give Donbas, take NATO seat: Could new US pitch work for Ukraine, Russia?
Ukraine's NATO ambition has always been a red line for the Kremlin. Giving up territory has been a no-no for Ukraine.
EU forces board suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker in Mediterranean, Kallas says
The shadow fleet helps Russia get around Western sanctions on its oil industry by utilising complex ownership structures, flags of convenience and other tactics designed to mask the origin of its cargo.
Global diesel prices ease as winter approaches
Global diesel prices, which have remained elevated since the start of the Iran war and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, have fallen sharply in recent weeks as Gulf exports recover and global oil supplies get back on
Jordan sentences three men to death over deadly church attack
An Israeli air strike has killed a senior Hamas military commander in Khan Younis in southern Gaza, Israel says, while Jordan dishes out death sentences after last month's attack in the city of Karak.
Drone attacks on power stations plunge Sudan’s cities into darkness
Sudan's power stations are being targeted in waves of drone attacks, resulting in power outages.
Iran claims attack on US military airbase in Bahrain
Iranian military confirmed on Sunday an attack on a US military base in Bahrain, in its second targeting the Middle Eastern country in the space of three days. Bahrain's military said it had intercepted several Iranian a
‘Israeli soldiers dragged me out of my West Bank home then beat and spat on me in nightmare six-hour ordeal’
Palestinians in the southern region of Masafer Yatta, in the occupied West Bank, have faced growing settler attacks and arbitrary arrests in recent years. Mohammed Hesham tells Alex Croft that he feared for his life whil
Israel kills Hamas commander in Gaza strike
Samir Abu Younis, who helped plan and oversee the Oct. 7 massacre, took control of Hamas' Rafah Brigade just two months ago.
Respiratory illnesses rise in Gaza with worst to come as winter floods arrive, WHO says
Poor living conditions and severe overcrowding are driving up infections as Gaza's population is squeezed into an ever-smaller area, WHO said.
Fifth Canadian soldier dies from injuries caused by large fire at military base
Pte William Douglas Dal Bianco died from his injuries on Friday, a month after a fire that tore through CFB Wainwright.
Ukraine refuses to concede Donbas as Zelensky warns US security plan could empower Putin
US has raised the idea of withdrawing from Donbas in exchange for Ukraine's membership in NATO
Israel kills Hamas commander in strike on Gaza camp, officials say
Both Hamas and IDF officials confirm the death of Samir Abu Younis, commander of the Rafah Brigade.
ASEAN keeps Myanmar restrictions but opens path to political return
ASEAN's five-point consensus, adopted soon after the military seized power in Myanmar in 2021, calls for an immediate end to violence there.
In the ‘kill zone’, Ukraine bets on flying evacuation drones
Almost five years after Russia invaded, drones have transformed the very nature of modern warfare.
Albanese stands by Ukraine but won't rule out photo with Putin
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he will consider the wishes of his Chinese hosts about the prospect of a summit 'family photo' that could include Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Zelenskyy questions SpaceX over reported Starshield speed restrictions
The restrictions have been directly affecting Ukraine's ability to intercept Russian jet-powered attack drones, Zelenskyy said in an address at the European Political Community summit in Dublin earlier this week.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi property markets could gain if Trump’s midterm losses help end Iran war
The United Arab Emirates, a favoured destination for foreign property investment, could see support for housing demand and prices if heavy midterm losses for US President Donald Trump’s Republican Party help bring an end
Drone ownership ban comes into force in Beijing over security concerns
The ban applies to both urbanized and rural areas in the municipality of around 16,400 square kilometers — an area roughly half the size of Belgium.
Bahrain issues first threat alerts since September as Iran says it attacked U.S. base
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps said it had attacked a U.S. military base in Bahrain in retaliation for "hostile U.S. actions."
Beijing faces its Russia dilemma amid talk of Xi-Trump-Putin summit
China is forced to tread carefully as it considers hosting a meeting between Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Donald Trump. While the optics are sure to favor Moscow, Beijing is risking its image on the global stage.
Anthony Albanese welcomes Trump-Xi-Putin summit – even as European leaders express reservations
‘We think dialogue is a good thing,’ Australian PM says after German chancellor urges the US to work with Europe for peace in Ukraine Australia has endorsed this week’s historic summit between Donald Trump, Xi Jinping an
How Iran used US troops’ digital footprints to hit Mideast bases for billions in damage
When Iran’s military planners prepared to hit American bases in the Middle East, they relied on intelligence from an unlikely source: US service members themselves. According to security experts and even the US military,
Australia and Philippines upgrade defense ties with focus on China
The deal will enhance military infrastructure development and maritime awareness and information sharing.
Hamas says senior commander killed in Israeli airstrike
A senior Hamas commander who helped plan and oversee the 7 October 2023 attack had been killed in an Israeli airstrike, according to the Palestinian militant group.
NATO to skip a leaders’ summit in Albania next year as high-level meetings are scaled back
NATO is scaling back high-level meetings and will not hold a leaders’ summit in Albania next year as planned
Could Beijing’s HQ-17 air-defence system defend PLA amphibious forces from Taiwan strikes?
Before mainland Chinese troops could attempt a landing on Taiwan, they would first have to assemble vehicles, weapons and supplies along the coast – potentially exposing them to Taiwanese drone, rocket and missile attack
Italian artist reimagines Madonna paintings to expose Gaza’s pain
Italian artist Eduardo Castaldo has unveiled an artwork titled ‘Holy Mothers of Gaza’ inside Naples’ Pappacoda Chapel.