TASS calculations based on Russian Defense Ministry reports indicate the Ukrainian army lost approximately 21,405 soldiers between June 1 and 16 in the special military operation zone. Heaviest casualties were reported from actions by Russia’s battlegroups Center and East.
台灣總統賴清德宣布，軍方將於下月成立一個無人機中隊，以引進創新科技並增強國防韌性。該中隊將隸屬陸軍關渡指揮部，由一名中校領導，編制126名士兵。賴總統強調，政府將確保國防武備的獲取與準備工作順利進行，達成國防自主目標。
Former SAS soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has been granted a bail variation to attend the Anzac Hall opening at the Australian War Memorial. However, his request to attend a military graduation parade and after-party was denied due to concerns about interacting with another alleged war criminal.
Russia has condemned a Dutch military test of a mock prisoner-of-war camp designed for Russian soldiers, warning that such facilities would be useless in a real conflict. The Russian Embassy called the drill a "blasphemy" and recalled historical context of liberating camps from Nazis.
In Tehran, Iran, a stark division is evident between women supporting the regime and those seeking freedom. Pro-regime women mobilize with weapons, fueled by patriotism and grief over the Supreme Leader's death, while activists highlight the regime's violent crackdown on dissent and the ongoing struggle for basic rights.
In Tehran, Iran, a stark division is evident between women supporting the regime and those seeking rights. Pro-regime women, mobilized after the Supreme Leader's death and the war's outbreak, vow to fight enemies like the US and Israel. Meanwhile, activists highlight the regime's repression, contrasting with growing defiance of hijab laws.
The IDF reported intercepting rockets fired by Hezbollah towards troops in southern Lebanon. Hezbollah also launched an anti-tank missile and mortar shells at Israeli forces in several incidents. Iran urged an end to attacks on Lebanon as part of a peace deal, while Israel's defense minister stated forces would not withdraw from occupied territory.
The UK faces a "guns vs. butter" debate, balancing welfare and military spending amid rising global tensions and a perceived unreliable US. Critics highlight defense overspending and delays, while questioning the narrative of soaring welfare costs, particularly concerning pensions.
The UK faces a "guns vs. butter" debate, balancing welfare and military spending amid rising global tensions and a perceived unreliable US. Critics highlight defense overspending and delays, while questioning the narrative of escalating welfare costs.
Gaza's health ministry reported nearly 1,000 deaths since the start of the ceasefire, with five Israeli soldiers also killed. The total death toll since October 7, 2023, has reached 73,001, with over 173,200 wounded. The ministry's records are considered reliable by UN agencies and experts, though they do not differentiate between civilians and militants.
India's public discourse has shifted from viewing China as a villain to a more neutral stance, influenced by Moscow's push for a Russia-India-China strategic triangle. This development is significant as it aims to ease tensions between India and China.
Russian forces, using drone operators from the "Southern" group, have reportedly destroyed Ukrainian soldiers attempting to move covertly in Kostiantynivka. The Russian Ministry of Defense stated that FPV drones and munition drops were used to target enemy personnel.
Sama Safi, a 20-year-old Palestinian American psychology student, has been held in Israeli military detention for nearly two weeks without charge. US lawmakers are calling for her release, citing her chronic medical condition and potential targeting based on alleged affiliation with a student organization. Her family and lawyer express concern over her treatment and the broader issue of administrative detention.
Ukraine plans to increase military wages by one-third to 30,000 hryvnias and offer fixed-term contracts to boost recruitment. President Zelenskyy also aims to recruit more foreign volunteers. Meanwhile, Russia's Putin claims Ukrainian drone strikes aim to sow confusion and damage the economy, though he admits some economic damage.
Benjamin Del Real, an active-duty soldier, is still undergoing treatment for wounds sustained during a shootout near the White House on May 23. The gunman, Nasire Best, was killed, and Del Real's lawyer is investigating the circumstances of his client's injuries, with reports suggesting he may have been wounded by Secret Service officers.
Reform UK's Makerfield byelection candidate, Robert Kenyon, has faced criticism for sharing a video endorsing Ant Middleton, a former soldier and TV presenter known for controversial views. Middleton has made anti-Muslim comments and has been linked to far-right figures. The endorsement comes amid pressure from the Restore Britain party in the same contest.
A Ukrainian drone manufacturer claims fully autonomous drones killed Russian soldiers in a one-time battlefield test two years ago. Defense officials state Ukraine bans AI in final target interception, emphasizing human control and adherence to international law.
A Russian military expert claims Ukrainian forces are systematically destroying the bodies of their soldiers to conceal actual losses and avoid payments to relatives. Oleg Ivannikov stated that bodies are buried in mass graves, sometimes in existing cemeteries, or cremated on the front lines.
Israeli soldiers have established operational control and conducted a clearance operation north of the Saluki River in southern Lebanon, dismantling hundreds of structures and eliminating over 50 Hezbollah terrorists. The operation aimed to strengthen positions and remove threats to northern Israeli communities.
Russian Ministry of Defense reports encircling Ukrainian Armed Forces (VSU) soldiers at the Kostiantynivka metallurgical plant and in the southwestern part of the city. Active operations are underway to eliminate VSU formations defending the Sloviansk-Kramatorsk-Kostiantynivka fortified area.
The FSB has detained a foreign national in the Moscow region, born in 1990, who was tasked by Ukrainian special services to assassinate a Russian serviceman. The individual was infiltrated into Russia in February 2026.
A foreigner detained in the Moscow region for the murder of a Russian soldier was promised assistance in obtaining refugee status in the EU. The detainee confessed to being recruited by SBU agents in an EU country.
A soldier from the 11th Maneuver Division was awarded a commendation for his swift response and first aid to an elderly man who fell 2.5 meters from a bridge near a military training area. The soldier, Sergeant Jeong, immediately reported the incident, called emergency services, and provided initial treatment until paramedics arrived. The elderly man has since recovered.
A collection of 32 letters, including 28 postcards and 4 sealed envelopes, from Hideaki Momosaki, a Japanese soldier who died in the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II, has been discovered. The letters offer a glimpse into his dedication to his family and subordinates, and his efforts to cope with water shortages on the battlefield.
