The IDF announced strikes on 80 Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley, citing repeated ceasefire violations by the group. The strikes reportedly killed dozens of Hezbollah terrorists and destroyed command centers and infrastructure.
Iran is waiving fees for security, safety, and environmental services for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. This comes as the strait saw 25 commercial vessel crossings on Thursday, the highest since mid-April, following its effective closure after February 28.
Vice President Vance postpones Switzerland trip to negotiate Iran peace deal. Obama Presidential Center opens with former presidents. NYC celebrates Knicks' first NBA championship since 1973. DHS plans facial recognition for immigrant identification.
China's embassy in the UK has urged the British government to cease "slander and suppression" after two men linked to the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London were jailed for spying on activists. A manager at the office received an eight-year sentence, while a security firm operator and former UK Border Force officer was imprisoned for 10 years.
The Chinese embassy in the UK has urged the British government to cease "slander and suppression" after two men connected to the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London were jailed for spying on activists. One received 8 years, the other 10, for assisting a foreign intelligence service.
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The US imposed strict export controls on Anthropic's AI tools, citing national security risks. This move has led to global access suspension, criticism from tech executives and policymakers, and concerns about US AI leadership and regulatory gaps.
InnoTech Solutions showcased its Scanner 2.1 acoustic locator system at the Belarus 2026 International Security Exhibition. The AI-assisted system can detect various drones, including FPV and fiber-optic UAVs, operating in radio silence.
A new DHS document reveals plans to give local police a facial recognition app, the ICE Task Force Module, to scan faces and compare them against over 250 million government records. Privacy experts raise concerns about potential surveillance, chilling effects on free speech, and inaccuracies.
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.
Swedish firm Saab and US company General Atomics have successfully tested an MQ-9B drone equipped with Saab's LoyalEye radar, a potential step towards drone-based Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) capability. This technology aims to offer persistent surveillance at lower costs than traditional AWACS aircraft.
Indian firm SMPP has partnered with European defense giant KNDS to locally manufacture loitering munitions. This collaboration brings advanced systems like Colibri, Larinae, Veloce, and Rodeur to India, enhancing its defense capabilities.
Das israelische Cybersicherheits-Startup Dream hat eine neue Finanzierungsrunde über 260 Millionen Dollar abgeschlossen, was seine Bewertung auf 3 Milliarden Dollar erhöht. Das Unternehmen plant, nach Deutschland zu expandieren und ein Büro in München zu eröffnen. Mitgründer Sebastian Kurz hält knapp 15 Prozent des Unternehmens.
The FBI has issued a public advisory about a rising cyber threat involving malicious traffic distribution systems (TDSs). These systems redirect users to scam websites, phishing pages, and malware downloads, bypassing firewalls and stealing sensitive information.
Former US NSA John Bolton cautioned against a US-China "G2" framework, calling it a "dangerous sidelining" of India. He emphasized the need for closer India-US strategic cooperation to counter China's growing influence and advocated for a deeper dialogue between Modi and Trump on the "Chinese threat."
The Delhi High Court upheld the government's temporary ban on Telegram until June 22, citing the need to prevent fake NEET 2026 re-exam paper circulation and fraud. The court found the ban, under Section 69A of the IT Act, to be a justified and least restrictive measure.
Iran plans to implement maritime transit fees for ships in the Strait of Hormuz within two months, following a US agreement. This comes after the US lifted its blockade, allowing oil tanker movement. Regional tensions persist, with Israel maintaining its security zone in south Lebanon and Iran seeking to prevent its nuclear weapon acquisition.
Reports indicate tension between US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross regarding the government's response to advanced AI models, particularly Anthropic's 'Mythos'. The dispute centers on urgency and involvement levels, though the White House denies any division.
Yonhap News Agency will host its annual Korean Peninsula Symposium next week in Seoul, focusing on security policy directions amidst fracturing alliances and supply chain instability. The event will feature discussions on international relations, economic and energy security, and South Korea's path forward.
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.
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.
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 Middle East wars, though Israel and Hezbollah are not parties to it. Hezbollah remains committed to resisting Israel.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that a new Eurasian security architecture is needed, as the old European model has been destroyed by European leaders. He believes this new architecture should be open to all Eurasian countries and reflect the current multipolar reality. Lavrov's article was initially planned for publication in Politico-Europe but was canceled.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that France's intention to extend its "nuclear umbrella" to several EU and NATO countries will not strengthen anyone's security. The article was initially planned for publication in "Politico-Europe" but was canceled.
