Israeli troops opened fire on four Hezbollah members in southern Lebanon's Ali al-Taher Ridge area, stating they posed an immediate threat after crossing into the security zone on a bulldozer and motorcycle. This follows another IDF strike on a Hezbollah unit earlier.
Israeli forces kill 2, wound 2 in southern Lebanon, violating a fragile US-brokered ceasefire, prompting Hezbollah to denounce the 'treacherous attack' and threatening retaliation.
Iran's UN envoy in Geneva, Ali Bahraini, urged Israel to end its attacks on Lebanon and withdraw forces, citing a US-Iranian memorandum of understanding. He expressed optimism about recent negotiations held in Switzerland.
The Philippine Navy frigate BRP Diego Silang encountered four Chinese warships near Scarborough Shoal after an earlier meeting with one Chinese PLA vessel. Radio challenges were exchanged, and the Philippine ship launched a helicopter during a patrol operation in the disputed area.
A Russian senator claims the UK, France, and Germany (E3) are pushing for NATO troops to be deployed in Ukraine, while blocking its official membership to avoid direct conflict with Russia.
Israel reportedly sent approximately 50 soldiers, primarily of African heritage, to Somaliland following its recognition of the region's independence. The troops are intended to blend in with the local population. Somaliland declared independence in 1991 but remains unrecognized internationally.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu announced the IDF has "total freedom of action" in Lebanon to counter threats, emphasizing no withdrawal from the southern security zone.
Russian Defense Ministry reports strikes on Ukrainian UAV sites, infrastructure, and troop deployments, resulting in 1,440 Ukrainian casualties and destruction of equipment across various battlegroups over 24 hours.
Russian forces have reportedly destroyed the majority of Ukrainian troops in Konstantinovka and Krasny Liman in the Donetsk People's Republic over the past week, according to military expert Andrey Marochko. Ukrainian counterattacks have decreased, with defenses collapsing in some areas.
Russian troops are attempting to encircle Kostyantynivka, a strategic city in eastern Ukraine, which Ukrainian soldiers describe as being in a 'grey zone'. Its potential fall could allow Russia to advance towards Kramatorsk and Sloviansk, key Ukrainian strongholds in the Donbas region.
At least seven people were killed and dozens injured in Chicago shootings over the weekend. Donald Trump again called for military intervention, suggesting he could make the city safe in a month. Governor Pritzker has previously opposed federalizing the National Guard.
A product tanker reported an attempted seizure by five armed individuals near Yemen. The vessel evaded the skiff by maneuvering and altering course.
Russian servicemen from the 4th brigade of battlegroup South have begun evacuating residents from Konstantinovka in the Donetsk People’s Republic. The first group of six civilians, including a 72-year-old woman, were safely escorted out despite fears of drone attacks.
Russian army's Radiation, Chemical, and Biological Defense Troops chief, Lt. Gen. Alexey Rtishchev, stated that US intelligence materials confirm American budget funding for biolabs in Ukraine. He also noted research on pandemic potential pathogens.
Russia's Defense Ministry claims US-funded biolabs in Ukraine studied pathogens of plague, anthrax, tularemia, Marburg fever, and Ebola. Lieutenant General Alexey Rtishchev stated that American intelligence materials confirmed US budget funding and top-secret research coordinated by the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.
A Russian officer claims Ukrainian troops are not resisting in Konstantinovka, Donetsk People's Republic, and are fleeing the city. He stated they have low morale, are sustaining heavy losses, and that Russian forces control the sky, destroying enemy drones.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported that Russian troops liberated five settlements in the Donetsk People's Republic between June 13-19, including Yurkovka in the last 24 hours. The ministry also claimed significant casualties inflicted on Ukrainian forces across various Russian battlegroups.
Israeli PM Netanyahu stated on Thursday that Israeli troops will not withdraw from southern Lebanon in the foreseeable future, citing security needs and the "security zone" as a barrier against Hezbollah. Lebanon considers the area occupied territory.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claims Europe aims to "freeze" the Ukraine conflict and deploy Anglo-French military contingents, stating the real goal is to save Zelensky's regime, not negotiate with Russia. His article was canceled by Politico-Europe.
Stephen Feinberg, deputy undersecretary of defense, wields significant power in Trump's Pentagon, overshadowing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Feinberg, founder of Cerberus Capital Management, has unprecedented control over procurement and invests taxpayer dollars in defense companies, raising conflict of interest concerns.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a six-month review of America's military presence in Europe, urging NATO allies to increase defense spending and responsibility. The review will examine troop levels, basing rights, and access, with future US budget contributions tied to allies meeting spending targets.
US War Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a review of US forces in Europe and criticized NATO allies for not meeting spending targets and for their response to US strikes in Iran. He stated the US would no longer pay more for NATO defense than allies.
Ukraine is reinforcing its northern border with Belarus due to a sharp increase in Russian spy drones and growing concerns about Belarus's deeper involvement in Russia's war. Officials fear Moscow is integrating Minsk into its war efforts, potentially widening the conflict's scope.
Donald Trump stated that Russia is losing more troops than Ukraine and needs the war to end. He described Russia as the "offensive" party in the conflict, a shift in his stance. European leaders noted a change in his approach.
