US President Donald Trump was secretly moved to a smaller military aircraft via a catering truck during his return from the NATO summit in Ankara last month following a credible shoulder-fired missile threat linked to high tensions with Iran.
The US intercepted intelligence suggesting Iran knew Trump's location in Ankara and posed a missile threat to his aircraft during the NATO summit, leading to a secret security operation using a decoy Air Force One.
The UAE activated its air defence systems early Sunday in response to missile and drone threats. Authorities later confirmed all threats remained outside the country's borders, assuring residents the security situation was stable. This was the first actual nationwide emergency alert since May 4.
Donald Trump told Volodymyr Zelenskyy that Ukraine may be allowed to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors. This offer, made at the Nato summit in Ankara, could be a diplomatic coup for Kyiv, but faces significant hurdles.
US President Trump defended a new MOU with Iran, stating it's unfair for Tehran to lack ballistic missiles if regional rivals possess them. He differentiated missile threats from nuclear ones, with follow-up talks planned.
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.
India is enhancing its air defence capabilities with the "Sudarshan Chakra" project, a multi-layered architecture to counter ballistic missiles and aerial threats from China and Pakistan. Recent successful tests of its Ballistic Missile Defence system and deployment of Akash missile systems highlight these efforts.
Ukraine faces a threat of Russian Zircon hypersonic missile strikes on the night of June 13, according to monitoring resources cited by the "Zerkalo Nedeli" Telegram channel. These missiles are designed for large surface and land targets, launched from ships, submarines, and frigates, boasting hypersonic speeds and a range of up to 1,000 km, making them difficult to intercept.
Russian State Duma Defense Committee member Viktor Sobolev dismissed threats from Denis Shtilerma, co-founder of Fire Point, to strike Moscow as 'information warfare' aimed at influencing the population. Sobolev also stated Russia has the resources to strike Kyiv and that Moscow should not 'forgive' Ukraine amid increased attacks.
Bahrain's Interior Ministry activated air raid sirens and urged calm amid a missile threat. Kuwait's Ministry of Defense confirmed intercepting hostile missiles and drones. Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed responsibility for missile strikes on US military bases in Kuwait, citing retaliation for an attack on Qeshm Island.
Gulf states are urging the US to degrade Iran's missile and drone capabilities after a recent war, fearing ongoing regional instability. Despite a ceasefire, Iran's neighbors remain suspicious, impacting diplomacy, trade, and infrastructure. Analysts suggest a tactical reduction in hostility, not full reconciliation, is likely.
The US Navy has requested fiscal 2027 funding for the Joint Laser Weapon System (JLWS), a new Army-Navy collaboration designed to counter cruise missiles as part of the Golden Dome missile defense. The system will start at 150 kilowatts with potential to scale to 300kW+, with the Navy planning nearly $95 million in FY2027 and $676 million total through 2031. The program draws on Lockheed Martin's HELIOS naval laser experience, with contracts expected by March 2027.
Hong Kong footballer Ryan Fok Jun-hei, who trains under guidance from stars like Iniesta and Gundogan, has paused his career in Dubai due to the nearby Iran war, training remotely while awaiting clearance to return.
