South Australian police arrested two men for possessing improvised weapons. One man was found with a handgun disguised as a mobile phone, and the other with a "pen gun". Both have been charged with firearms offences.
A proposed US-Iran deal, set for signing in five days, faces significant challenges. While an agreement is acknowledged, its terms are contested, particularly by Israel, which is not a party to the deal. Lebanon emerges as a key flashpoint, with Iran vowing support for Hezbollah and demanding Israeli withdrawal.
Jordan Bardella, protégé of Marine Le Pen, discusses his potential candidacy for French president, his party's stance on the EU and NATO, and France's nuclear doctrine in an exclusive interview. He outlines a vision for a reformed Europe, emphasizing national sovereignty and economic moderation.
أعلن مسؤولون أمريكيون وإيرانيون عن توصل البلدين لاتفاق سلام، يتضمن وقف إطلاق نار فوري ونهائي على كافة الجبهات، ورفع الحصار البحري وفتح مضيق هرمز بالكامل. يأتي ذلك وسط تقارير عن ضجة في البيت الأبيض بسبب تسريب تسجيلات صوتية حساسة.
Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Pyongyang suggests China is moving towards accepting North Korea's nuclear status, mirroring Russia's stance. This isolates the US in its denuclearization policy, potentially leading to increased tensions.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced he will demand EU compensation for weapons his country donated to Ukraine, stating the previous government "lied" about the aid deal. Fico halted state military aid upon taking office and criticized past donations.
A Lowy Institute report indicates China's missile capabilities pose a growing threat to Australia, with new long-range and hypersonic weapons increasing Beijing's capacity for direct strikes. The report assesses China's military build-up, not its intentions, highlighting the need for informed public discussion.
A draft memorandum between Washington and Tehran reportedly includes Iran's commitment to not produce nuclear weapons, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and US sanctions relief. Details suggest Iran will dilute enriched uranium internally, with a 60-day discussion period for implementation. The US may release $25 billion in frozen Iranian assets.
Western allies assess that Iran has rebuilt its missile arsenal during an eight-week ceasefire, likely acquiring new Russian weapons and replenishing munitions to near pre-war levels, potentially enabling a strong retaliatory strike.
Donald Trump shared an AI-generated military image on Truth Social, portraying himself as a "Commander in Chief." He claimed a breakthrough with Iran on a nuclear deal, stating it would be signed Sunday, but Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson suggested a delay.
A Russian senator claims Ukraine has become a "testing ground" for inhumane scientific experiments and weapons, citing US statements about biolabs working with dangerous pathogens. He calls for international verification of research conducted in these facilities.
India is developing indigenous laser weapons under Project Sudarshan Chakra to counter drone and missile threats from Pakistan and China. These directed-energy systems offer a cost-effective and sustainable solution for air defense, complementing existing missile and gun systems.
Russia's Foreign Ministry stated that nuclear weapons deployed in Belarus reliably protect the western borders of the Russia-Belarus Union State and the CSTO, serving as a counterbalance to Ukraine and NATO. The statement comes ahead of Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's visit to Minsk.
Western intelligence assessments suggest Iran has significantly rebuilt its missile stockpiles during an 8-week ceasefire with the US, incorporating new Russian weaponry. This has equipped Iran with near-full counterattack capabilities should hostilities resume, with current estimates placing its ammunition at 75% of pre-war levels.
President Trump announced a coordinated military action in Venezuela against the Tren de Aragua gang, stating close cooperation with Venezuelan authorities. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the strike on a gang compound, a group Trump frequently criticized during his campaign.
The Spanish Civil Guard is increasingly concerned about the use of war weapons by drug traffickers, including modern assault rifles and armor-piercing ammunition. This has led to calls for better equipment and legal protection for law enforcement officers facing heavily armed criminal organizations.
The US and Iran have reportedly reached a tentative agreement on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to end hostilities, involving Iran's nuclear disarmament in exchange for economic compensation. President Trump anticipates signatures by the 15th, with Iran's leadership signaling a positive outlook.
Russian officials claim the US government supported dangerous pathogen biolabs in Ukraine and dozens of other countries, alleging the Biden administration lied about their existence. A former Ukrainian security official stated these labs created race-specific bioweapons under US Department of Defense aegis, beyond Ukrainian control.
European nations are witnessing a dangerous rise in drug trafficking, with cartels using advanced military weapons, many originating from the Ukraine conflict and sold on the black market. Spanish investigators report weekly seizures of modern military arms alongside cocaine, overwhelming local police.
Cuba hopes the World Cup, starting June 15 and ending July 19, will deter a US attack amid an oil blockade. Proximity to Miami, hosting World Cup games, and Cuba's drone capabilities are cited as deterrents. US officials have warned Cuba against acquiring long-range weapons.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated that Ukraine has conducted 11 drone incidents in Europe over three months, effectively striking the EU weekly in return for Western weapons. She cited Estonia, Lithuania, Finland, Greece, and Latvia as targets, noting consequences like a government crisis in Latvia and logistics issues in Finland.
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni stated that the defense spending debate needs to evolve beyond traditional weapons, highlighting the impact of drones in modern warfare, as seen in Ukraine. She emphasized the need for this discussion at the NATO summit.
Russia consistently advocates for the withdrawal of US nuclear weapons from Europe, a stance reiterated by Moscow amidst Western discussions on nuclear deterrence. Expert Andrey Koshkin views this as a reminder of US nuclear presence and a factor influencing Russia's security, especially concerning the conflict in Ukraine.
Analysts suggest China is downplaying North Korea's nuclear weapons issue, as evidenced by its absence in joint statements following Xi Jinping's visit to Pyongyang. This comes despite a US statement confirming a shared goal of denuclearization.
