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Ukraine war briefing: 90bn EU loan for Ukraine to be released in second quarter

The EU plans to release a new €90 billion loan to Ukraine in Q2 amid ongoing Russian aggression.

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US military in Libya: Pursuing unity, or pressuring Russia?

Flintlock 2026 unites Libyan forces amid ongoing civil conflict, marking a significant step towards unified security in the country.

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World politics

US military kills three in new Eastern Pacific boat strike

US military strikes against alleged narco-traffickers raise concerns of extrajudicial killings and legality of targeting vessels in the Eastern Pacific.

World news

US forces kill 4 people in latest strike on vessels in eastern Pacific

The US military conducted its fourth deadly strike in four days against vessels in the eastern Pacific, claiming the targets were narco-terrorists.

World politics

US military kills three in new Eastern Pacific boat strike

US military strikes against alleged narco-traffickers raise concerns of extrajudicial killings and legality of targeting vessels in the Eastern Pacific.

World news

US forces kill 4 people in latest strike on vessels in eastern Pacific

The US military conducted its fourth deadly strike in four days against vessels in the eastern Pacific, claiming the targets were narco-terrorists.

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Exclusive: U.K.-Ukraine duo beats Americans at their own drone game

Healey unleashes record drone package as Ukraine war turns high-tech

The UK is providing its largest-ever drone package to Ukraine, emphasizing the technology's critical role in modern warfare.

fromAxios

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Exclusive: U.K.-Ukraine duo beats Americans at their own drone game

Healey unleashes record drone package as Ukraine war turns high-tech

The UK is providing its largest-ever drone package to Ukraine, emphasizing the technology's critical role in modern warfare.

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Europe politics

Ukraine war briefing: Orban's defeat in Hungary could unlock 90bn loan for Ukraine, says EU official

Hungary's government change may unlock 90bn for Ukraine and aid its EU accession process.

Ukraine war briefing: Russia seeking to bring Belarus back into the war, says Zelenskyy

Kyiv's wartime experience can enhance freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and deter aggressive actions in other regions.

fromThe Cipher Brief

What Iran Is Learning from Russia's War and Why the U.S. Should Be Concerned

The first lesson Iran's regime might learn is that war fosters innovation, especially when countries must operate under constraints. Even before Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Moscow and Tehran were already working together militarily.

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The West is preparing for cheap drone attacks, but many businesses and civilians can only watch, not stop them

Civilian and corporate organizations struggle to counter small drone threats due to legal restrictions, leading to increased demand for drone detection devices.

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20 hours ago

Russo-Ukrainian War

This Ukrainian counter-drone company is worried about missing its moment in the Iran war

fromThe Atlantic

21 hours ago

Ukraine Has Written Off the United States

Ukraine has shifted its diplomatic focus away from the U.S. and is seeking new military partnerships amid growing disillusionment with American support.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Ukraine is slowing Russia down and clawing back ground in key areas, war experts say. Here's how it's finding fresh wins.

Ukraine's long-range strikes prompt new Russian threat against Europe

Ukraine's drone operations have significantly impacted Russian oil infrastructure, prompting warnings from Russia to European nations involved in defense agreements.

fromwww.bbc.com

Ukraine's military to get biggest-ever shipment of UK drones

The UK is delivering 120,000 drones to Ukraine, marking the largest drone supply in the conflict's history.

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fromBusiness Insider

Ukraine sets an audacious battlefield kill goal as it tries to push Russia to a tipping point

Ukraine aims to kill 50,000 Russian soldiers per month to impose unsustainable costs and force peace through strength.

20 hours ago

This Ukrainian counter-drone company is worried about missing its moment in the Iran war

Ukraine's drone technology faces export restrictions, risking lost opportunities amid rising demand from US allies due to drone threats from Iran.

fromThe Atlantic

21 hours ago

Ukraine Has Written Off the United States

Ukraine has shifted its diplomatic focus away from the U.S. and is seeking new military partnerships amid growing disillusionment with American support.

Ukraine is slowing Russia down and clawing back ground in key areas, war experts say. Here's how it's finding fresh wins.

Ukrainian forces are slowing Russia's advance and achieving significant territorial gains, marking a notable shift in the conflict.

Ukraine's long-range strikes prompt new Russian threat against Europe

Ukraine's drone operations have significantly impacted Russian oil infrastructure, prompting warnings from Russia to European nations involved in defense agreements.

fromwww.bbc.com

Ukraine's military to get biggest-ever shipment of UK drones

The UK is delivering 120,000 drones to Ukraine, marking the largest drone supply in the conflict's history.

fromBusiness Insider

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Ukraine sets an audacious battlefield kill goal as it tries to push Russia to a tipping point

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Roam Research

The US Army surged its largest counter-drone training deployment to the Middle East during the Iran war

The US Army has launched its largest counter-drone training mission in the Middle East amid the Iran war, utilizing the Merops system.

3 hours ago

I was fighting two wars': Ukraine's soldiers confront their addiction struggles

Addiction among Ukrainian soldiers has surged due to the psychological toll of war and inadequate support for mental health.

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13 hours ago

Six Killed In Daylight Shooting Incident In Kyiv, Ukrainian Officials Say

A shooter killed six and injured 14 in Kyiv before being eliminated by special forces on April 18.

12 hours ago

Ukraine police shoot dead gunman who killed six in Kyiv, took hostages

A gunman killed at least six people in Kyiv before being shot dead by police during a hostage situation.

13 hours ago

Six Killed In Daylight Shooting Incident In Kyiv, Ukrainian Officials Say

A shooter killed six and injured 14 in Kyiv before being eliminated by special forces on April 18.

12 hours ago

Ukraine police shoot dead gunman who killed six in Kyiv, took hostages

A gunman killed at least six people in Kyiv before being shot dead by police during a hostage situation.

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Russia Pummels Ukraine With Hundreds Of Drones, Missiles; At Least 15 Killed, Dozens Wounded

Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, resulting in at least 15 deaths and numerous injuries across several cities.

fromwww.npr.org

Russian missiles and drones bombard Ukraine in hourslong attack

Russia launched a massive aerial attack on Ukraine, killing at least 16 and injuring over 80, primarily targeting civilian areas.

Russia pummels Ukraine with drone and missile strikes, killing at least 12

Russian strikes in Ukraine resulted in at least 12 fatalities, with significant casualties reported in Odesa, Kyiv, and Dnipro.

At least 17 people killed in Russia's deadliest attack on Ukraine this year

Russia's recent drone and missile strikes on Ukraine resulted in at least 17 deaths and over 100 injuries, marking the deadliest attack this year.

Russia's drone blitz pounds Ukraine as Dnipro strike kills five - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Russia intensified missile and drone strikes against Ukrainian cities, killing five and injuring 25 in Dnipro, targeting civilians and infrastructure.

6 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: Easter truce expires as both sides accuse the other of violations

The ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine expired with both sides reporting thousands of violations despite a brief lull in hostilities.

Russia Pummels Ukraine With Hundreds Of Drones, Missiles; At Least 15 Killed, Dozens Wounded

Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, resulting in at least 15 deaths and numerous injuries across several cities.

fromwww.npr.org

Russian missiles and drones bombard Ukraine in hourslong attack

Russia launched a massive aerial attack on Ukraine, killing at least 16 and injuring over 80, primarily targeting civilian areas.

Russia pummels Ukraine with drone and missile strikes, killing at least 12

Russian strikes in Ukraine resulted in at least 12 fatalities, with significant casualties reported in Odesa, Kyiv, and Dnipro.

At least 17 people killed in Russia's deadliest attack on Ukraine this year

Russia's recent drone and missile strikes on Ukraine resulted in at least 17 deaths and over 100 injuries, marking the deadliest attack this year.

Russia's drone blitz pounds Ukraine as Dnipro strike kills five - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Russia intensified missile and drone strikes against Ukrainian cities, killing five and injuring 25 in Dnipro, targeting civilians and infrastructure.

6 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: Easter truce expires as both sides accuse the other of violations

The ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine expired with both sides reporting thousands of violations despite a brief lull in hostilities.

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fromThe Washington Post

Unprepared for Iranian drones, U.S. and partners seek Ukraine's help

We received a request from the United States for specific support in protection against Iran's drone systems. Ukrainian advisers and systems would shortly be on their way to the Persian Gulf region, because Ukraine helps partners who help ensure our security.

US politics

fromTheregister

Britain sends 'biggest ever drone package' to Ukraine

The UK will deliver at least 120,000 drones to Ukraine this year as part of a £3 billion military support package.

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Ukrainian special forces conduct sabotage and strike operations behind Russian lines - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ukrainian special operations forces conducted infiltration and sabotage missions against Russian positions in northern sectors, using explosives to destroy personnel and disrupt supply routes.

Russia Launches Hundreds Of Drones In Deadly Overnight Attack On Ukraine

Russian shelling in Slovyansk destroyed a children's sports facility and caused significant damage to buildings and vehicles, resulting in injuries and fatalities.

Sent to be killed': How Russia forces migrants to fight in Ukraine

Central Asian migrants are coerced into fighting for Russia in Ukraine, facing life expectancy of just four months on the front line.

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Ukraine's Patriot crews are breaking from the norm, fighting Russian threats with fewer missiles

Ukrainian soldiers are using fewer Patriot interceptors against Russian missiles due to strained stockpiles, launching only one per threat instead of the standard two to four.

2 weeks ago

Ukrainian troops showed 'greater tactical imagination' than Western trainers, British officer says, pointing to their ambush tactics

Ukrainian soldiers demonstrate greater tactical creativity and flexibility compared to their Western trainers, particularly in ambush tactics.

Ukraine's Patriot crews are breaking from the norm, fighting Russian threats with fewer missiles

Ukrainian soldiers are using fewer Patriot interceptors against Russian missiles due to strained stockpiles, launching only one per threat instead of the standard two to four.

2 weeks ago

Ukrainian troops showed 'greater tactical imagination' than Western trainers, British officer says, pointing to their ambush tactics

Ukrainian soldiers demonstrate greater tactical creativity and flexibility compared to their Western trainers, particularly in ambush tactics.

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fromThe Atlantic

Why Did No One Ask Ukraine How to Destroy Drones?

Ukraine's experience countering Iranian drones offers cost-effective defense solutions that the U.S. and Israel did not seek before their military response to Iran.

Ukrainian elite forces hit Russian bases deep 'behind enemy lines' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ukrainian special forces have struck deep into Russian-controlled territory, targeting ammo depots, logistics hubs, and command posts, the SBU said yesterday. The Alpha Special Operations Center carried out precision raids on key enemy military infrastructure, crippling the invaders' ability to manage troops, resupply, and plan new attacks. "These strikes hit the enemy where it hurts most," the SBU said on Telegram. "We are disrupting their operations and slowing down their war machine."

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3 months ago

Ukraine to receive 'highly effective combat planes' to fight Putin's drones - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Czech Republic will provide Ukraine with L-159 subsonic combat jets effective against Russian drones and able to support a counteroffensive.

fromArs Technica

Ukraine's military robot surge aims to offset drone risks to humans

Ukraine is increasing the use of ground robots for supply and medical evacuations to reduce human risk in warfare.

Explosions rock major Russian oil refinery as Ukraine maintains 'high strike intensity' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ukrainian drone strikes hit the Tuapse Oil Refinery in Russia, causing explosions, fires, and casualties, including the deaths of two children.

Why Ukraine's drone defense playbook may not fully translate for countries facing Iranian threats in the Middle East

The US and allies face a drone threat in the Middle East, requiring different defense strategies than those used in Ukraine.

Russia launches one of their most destructive bombs causing devastating destruction - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Russian forces bombed Sloviansk, destroying infrastructure and injuring at least one person, highlighting the increasing use of heavy guided munitions.

The Sea of Azov: Ukraine's loss but hardly Russia's gain

The Sea of Azov has transformed from a vibrant destination to a devastated region due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

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3 months ago

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Ukraine receives missiles crucial for air defence systems - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

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Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy says military innovation will transform' air defences

3 months ago

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Ukraine receives missiles crucial for air defence systems - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

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Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy says military innovation will transform' air defences

Ukraine updates: Strikes on Kyiv resume amid deep cold

Russian strikes on Kyiv resumed after a short cold-weather truce, damaging energy infrastructure and forcing emergency heating cuts while Ukraine secured tighter Starlink controls.

1 week ago

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv lays out how Russian satellites help Iran in war'

Russian satellites provided detailed imagery of military sites in the Middle East, leading to subsequent Iranian attacks on those locations.

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Officials warn Europe is preparing for a prolonged war in Ukraine - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

A lasting ceasefire in Ukraine is unlikely in the near term; the conflict could continue for one to three years.

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Inside a Ukrainian drone operator's battle kit, from anti-drone net guns to 'tactical Crocs'

A Ukrainian drone operator carried an about-10-kilogram kit combining counter-drone tools, weapons, medical supplies, and comfort items to stay effective.

4 weeks ago

Ukraine says its 'red' team forces beat NATO's 'blue' team forces in every combat scenario during recent naval drone drills

Ukrainian naval drones defeated NATO forces in a recent naval combat drill off Portugal, showcasing their strategic advantage in modern warfare.

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv deploys 200 anti-drone experts to Middle East

Ukraine deploys 201 anti-drone experts to the Middle East to counter Iranian Shahed drones, while warning European nations that advancing drone technology enables attacks by non-state actors and criminal networks.

Ukraine war briefing: Ukraine strikes Russian aircraft sites 800km from border

Ukraine's military struck Russian aircraft manufacturing and maintenance plants in Ulyanovsk and Novgorod regions, damaging military transport planes and reducing Russia's ability to sustain combat-ready aircraft.

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The front line basements where Ukraine specializes in electronic warfare

Ukrainian soldiers are manufacturing homemade anti-drone systems on the front lines, representing a grassroots weapons production effort alongside official defense industries in response to evolving drone warfare tactics.