Ukraine has rejected Russias proposal for a ceasefire during the May 9 Victory Day celebrations and instead opened a new offensive in Russias Kursk region, according to Russian military sources and local channels on Monday. The Ukrainian operation reportedly began with attacks toward two villages after striking a bridge over the Seim River, severing the main access route in the area
The United Kingdom has officially confirmed that Brazil intends to acquire HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark, the Royal Navys two amphibious assault ships, according to a written parliamentary statement issued on 30 April 2025. Minister of State for Defence Procurement and Industry Maria Eagle disclosed that the confirmation follows the signing of a Statement of Intent (SOI) between the two countries
Israel is nearing a deal to acquire long-range JASSM missiles from the United States, aiming to strengthen strike capabilities against Iran and Houthi positions in Yemen. This is according to a report by the
Anduril Industries has announced an agreement to acquire Klas to integrate its rugged edge computing and tactical communications hardware with Andurils autonomous systems, pending regulatory approval. Klas, headquartered in Ireland and the United States, is recognized for its Voyager product line, a modular suite of compute and networking systems designed to function in extreme conditions
A high-stakes confrontation broke out between China and Japan on Saturday after a Chinese helicopter and a Japanese civilian aircraft both entered disputed airspace near the Diaoyu/Senkaku Islands, intensifying an already volatile territorial row. On Sunday, Chinas Coast Guard accused Japan of provoking the clash when a Japanese civilian aircraft
The Philippine Fleet Submarine Group joined a multinational submarine search-and-rescue exercise in Turkey for the first time, marking a new step in its collaboration with international partners. The event, called
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At least 600 North Korean soldiers have been killed in combat in Russias Kursk region, according to South Koreas National Intelligence Service (NIS), marking the highest confirmed toll for North Korean forces fighting in Russias war. The NIS report said Pyongyang has deployed about 11,000 troops to support Russian military operations since the start of 2024
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Ukraine and the United States on Wednesday signed a minerals exploration agreement that eliminates tariffs and debt commitments, after months of negotiation aimed at ensuring Ukraines sovereignty over its resources. The deal, signed in Washington on April 30, establishes a framework for U