A recent IBRiS poll for Defense24 reveals that 47% of Polish citizens are unwilling to take up arms in a military conflict, while 44% are ready. Younger Poles (18-29) show the least willingness, whereas those aged 40-59 are most inclined to fight.
US-Iran negotiations in Switzerland were postponed Friday after a peace roadmap memorandum was signed. Israel stated it would not comply, continuing military operations in Lebanon, where airstrikes killed 18. The US lifted its naval blockade of Iranian ports.
Lebanon reported 18 killed and 33 wounded in Israeli air strikes in the south. Israel's military announced the deaths of four soldiers, including a Lieutenant Colonel, marking the first fatalities since a US-Iran deal to halt regional conflict.
President Donald Trump appeared to struggle with awarding the Medal of Honor to veteran Major Nicholas Dockery, fumbling with the ribbon for nearly a minute before tying it around his neck. The incident occurred during a White House ceremony.
Direct talks between the US, Iran, Qatar, and Pakistan to finalize a tentative agreement to end the war in Iran have been postponed by Switzerland's Foreign Ministry. The agreement includes sanctions relief for Iran and a halt to military operations in Lebanon.
The US military conducted a "lethal kinetic strike" on a boat in the Eastern Pacific on Thursday, alleging it was smuggling drugs. Three individuals were killed in the attack, which the US Southern Command stated targeted a vessel operated by "Designated Terrorist Organisations" involved in narco-trafficking. Critics question the legality and evidence connecting those killed to drug cartels.
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir stated "all of Lebanon must burn" following the deaths of four Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon. He vowed retaliation for each Israeli casualty, drawing condemnation and referencing a past controversial incident.
The U.S. military struck a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three individuals accused of drug smuggling. This incident is part of a broader campaign by the Trump administration against alleged "narcoterrorists," bringing the total killed in such strikes to at least 211 since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these actions, particularly as fentanyl is often trafficked overland.
The U.S. military struck a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three people, in its ongoing campaign against alleged drug traffickers. This incident brings the total killed in such strikes to at least 211 since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these actions, especially concerning fentanyl trafficking.
Planned technical talks between the US and Iran in Switzerland on a ceasefire deal have been postponed. Reports suggest Iran delayed sending its delegation due to Israel's ongoing military campaign in Lebanon, raising fears the deal could unravel.
President Trump rejected claims of limited US power after a peace deal with Iran, stating 'no limits' to US capabilities. The agreement, which reopened the Strait of Hormuz, was framed by Trump as a military victory and Tehran's 'unconditional surrender'.
President Trump rejected claims of limited US power after a peace deal with Iran, stating 'no limits' to US capabilities. The agreement, which reopened the Strait of Hormuz, was framed by Trump as a military victory and unconditional surrender by Tehran, despite analysts noting a retreat from original US demands.
Donald Trump rejected claims that the conflict with Iran exposed limits to US power, stating there are 'no limits' to what the US can achieve. The US and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
A Seoul court sentenced former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun to three years in prison for leaking military secrets related to former President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law bid. Kim was indicted for conspiring to hand over personal information of military intelligence personnel to a retired general.
The US military killed three individuals after striking a boat suspected of drug smuggling in the eastern Pacific Ocean. This operation, part of President Trump's campaign against alleged traffickers, has faced scrutiny over legality and effectiveness.
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US Vice President JD Vance warned Israeli critics of the US-Iran agreement, defending President Trump and stating Washington is Israel's only powerful ally. Vance criticized Israeli ministers, emphasizing US military support and questioning Israel's approach to national security.
The U.S. military struck a boat accused of drug smuggling in the eastern Pacific, killing three people. This incident is part of a broader campaign against alleged traffickers, bringing the total killed in such strikes to at least 211 since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these operations.
The US military killed three people in a boat strike in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Thursday, part of an ongoing campaign against alleged drug traffickers. This brings the total killed to at least 211 since September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of these strikes, especially as fentanyl is often trafficked over land.
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced a six-month review of America's military presence in Europe, linking future deployments and funding to NATO members meeting US demands. He criticized allies for restricting base and airspace access during the US war with Iran, calling it "shameful" and putting US troops at risk. The review will examine force posture and basing, with potential reductions in US dues for countries not spending "with urgency."
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced a six-month review of America's military presence in Europe, linking future deployments and funding to NATO members meeting Washington's demands. Hegseth criticized European allies for restricting base and airspace access during the US war with Iran, calling it "shameful" and putting US troops at risk. The review comes as the US is already scaling back forces.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Russia prefers to achieve the goals of its special military operation through diplomacy, emphasizing the need to guarantee security along its western borders and respect for its citizens' rights. He also deemed further Western expansion unacceptable, noting the article was canceled by Politico-Europe.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Europe continues to dream of expansion, intending to absorb Ukraine and Moldova while drawing Armenia into its sphere of influence. He also noted NATO's eastward expansion with Finland and Sweden's accession, and described Ukraine as a potential "striking fist" for a future European military force.
Israeli PM Netanyahu stated Israel's military will remain in a security zone in southern Lebanon, occupying up to 10km from the border. This comes after a US-Iran deal to end the Middle East war, though Israel and Hezbollah are not parties to it. Hezbollah remains committed to resisting Israel.
