Iran's IRGC claims to have launched missile and drone strikes on US bases in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait, calling it 'eye-for-an-eye' retaliation for recent US strikes within Iran. The IRGC stated specific facilities were targeted at Prince Hassan, Sheikh Isa, and Ali Al-Salem Airbases.
Iran's IRGC claimed missile and drone strikes on US bases in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait as retaliation for recent US strikes. The IRGC stated its aerospace forces targeted specific facilities, calling the operation 'eye-for-an-eye' and warning against foreign interference in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's Fars news agency claims drone strikes destroyed US HIMARS missile launchers in Kuwait, killing three American officers. Kuwait confirmed attacks on border posts and a drone hitting an oil platform, injuring one worker, but did not blame Iran or confirm HIMARS destruction. US Central Command has not confirmed the Iranian claims.
Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed to traffic, leading to US airstrikes. Iran responded by targeting US facilities in Gulf states, prompting condemnations and high alerts in the region. The dispute centers on a recent memorandum of understanding regarding passage through the strait.
Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed to traffic and launched missile and drone strikes on US facilities in Gulf states. The US military stated the strait remains open and conducted retaliatory airstrikes after an Iranian attack on a commercial ship. Several Gulf nations reported intercepting missiles and urged citizens to seek shelter.
Ukraine's drone forces have targeted 90 Russian vessels in the Sea of Azov in under a week, forcing Russia to suspend shipping. Attacks hit oil refineries and infrastructure, impacting Moscow's ability to transport sanctioned oil and other goods.
Oman summoned Iran's ambassador to protest drone attacks on Omani territory, specifically in the Musandam and Al Wusta Governorates. Muscat expressed dissatisfaction with these actions, emphasizing the need for respect for state sovereignty and good neighborliness.
Russia is experiencing fuel shortages and queues at gas stations due to oil refineries being partially shut down for repairs following drone strikes, according to Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak. He also cited panic buying as a contributing factor to increased demand.
Ukrainian drone attacks caused fires at an oil refinery in Krasnodar and fuel depots/port in Rostov, Russia. Residents were evacuated from affected areas. These strikes target Russia's energy infrastructure, contributing to fuel shortages.
Ukraine has intensified attacks on Russian fuel tankers in the Sea of Azov, aiming to disrupt supplies to occupied Crimea. Drone strikes have hit 14 Russian ships, part of a campaign to choke off routes to Crimea and cut Russia's energy revenues.
Ukraine's stepped-up drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure and military assets are reshaping modern warfare and influencing NATO's defense spending. The alliance plans to invest over $40 billion in counter-drone capabilities.
Russia is deploying new electronic warfare systems, like Volna-Kupol-Garant, to jam Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet in Ukraine. This aims to disrupt Ukrainian drone operations that rely on Starlink for communication and targeting behind Russian lines.
At least seven people died in new Russian strikes across Ukraine overnight. The attacks occurred just hours before a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky at a NATO summit. Fatalities were reported in Kyiv, Mykolaiv, Kharkiv, and Kherson regions.
Ukrainian drones have struck nine Russian 'shadow fleet' tankers in the Sea of Azov, with a total of 19 tankers hit in the past 72 hours. This escalation coincides with fresh Russian missile strikes on Kyiv and Odesa, injuring civilians. Ukraine aims to isolate Crimea and disrupt Russian logistics.
Russia is installing powerful jamming systems, including the Volna Kupol Garant, to disrupt Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet, a key tool for Ukraine's drone attacks. Ukraine has targeted these jamming sites, while Russia uses civilian vehicles and other tactics to protect supplies.
A 27-year-old student, Sarah, was injured in a drone strike at a fuel station in el-Obeid, Sudan. The city, a flashpoint in the civil war, has seen a surge in drone attacks, causing casualties and crippling daily life. Human rights groups warn of a potential catastrophe.
Ukraine's drone forces reported striking eight Russian 'shadow fleet' tankers in the Sea of Azov overnight, disrupting fuel deliveries to Crimea. The strikes aim to hinder Russian military logistics by complicating fuel and ammunition supply lines.
Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil infrastructure have led to significant fuel shortages across Russia, impacting daily life and the economy. The crisis, visible even in Moscow, is straining public patience and affecting logistics and transportation.
Ukrainian drones targeted a major Russian military training ground in the Leningrad region and an oil refinery in Omsk, deep in Siberia. This escalation follows a deadly ballistic missile strike on Kyiv, highlighting Ukraine's expanding strike capabilities and the ongoing conflict.
Russia is experiencing a significant fuel deficit due to Ukrainian drone attacks disabling about a quarter of its refining capacity. Long lines at petrol stations and rationing are common, with authorities scrambling to manage supplies, enforce export bans, and seek imports.
Russian missile and drone strikes hit Kyiv early Thursday, killing two people and injuring over a dozen. The attack followed President Zelensky's warning of an impending "massive attack" and his early return from Dublin.
Ukrainian drone strikes have caused significant fuel shortages in Russia and Crimea, compelling Moscow to import fuel. Despite the economic impact, Russian President Vladimir Putin remains defiant, doubling down on his peace demands, including Ukraine's neutrality, military caps, and territorial concessions based on "reality on the ground" and "Anchorage modality."
Afghanistan's Defense Ministry claims to have conducted drone strikes in Pakistan's Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces, targeting an ISIS facility. This follows Pakistan's recent border attacks into Afghanistan, which reportedly killed 28 people. Pakistan's military stated the drones were neutralized, though local reports indicate two injuries.
Vladimir Putin admitted Russia faces "problems" and fuel shortages due to intensified Ukrainian drone strikes on infrastructure, particularly oil refineries. Experts suggest this public admission reflects critical shortcomings in Russia's air defenses and growing public discontent.
