Ukraine is scaling up its long-range drone strikes deep inside Russia, targeting oil infrastructure and retail platforms like Wildberries to exert economic pressure and bring the reality of war to Russian citizens.
A Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk killed 12 people and wounded 39 others, according to Tatarstan regional authorities.
US missile stocks, including long-range ATACMS and PrSM, are 'extremely low' after the conflict with Iran, potentially limiting President Trump's ability to order further strikes. Patriot and THAAD missile inventories have been significantly depleted.
Japan successfully conducts a trial for its indigenous long-range stand-off missile, bringing it closer to deploying variants across land, sea, and air, significantly enhancing its military capabilities against potential threats.
The US military has exhausted nearly all of its ATACMS and Precision Strike Missiles during its five-month conflict with Iran, sparking internal concerns over readiness for potential conflicts with adversaries like China and Russia.
Russian and Ukrainian long-range attacks killed at least 14 people across both countries. Ukraine launched drones into multiple Russian regions, killing nine, while Russian strikes killed five in Ukraine, including in Zaporizhzhia and Kharkiv, as the conflict escalates.
Russian attacks on Kyiv killed 10 people and wounded 23, including two boys, as ballistic missiles struck five districts. Concurrently, Ukrainian drones successfully sank a large Russian container ship in the Black Sea.
Russia's Defense Ministry claims to have downed 1,060 Ukrainian drones and 8 guided bombs in 24 hours, while also striking Ukrainian military targets, resulting in estimated Ukrainian losses of 1,345 servicemen.
Iryna Terekh, 34, architect-turned-CEO of Fire Point, drives Ukraine's long-range strike capabilities against Russia, standing out in a male-dominated defense industry with impactful drone technology demonstrations.
A news briefing highlights the Christian Brothers' agreement to compensate abuse survivors, new US trade tariffs on Australian exports, and domestic concerns over an impending El Niño summer, alongside other headlines including a Socceroos star's alleged drug test and airport advertising disputes.
The EU unveiled its largest sanctions package in four years against Russia, leading FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich to suspend his activity. The measures target 218 individuals and entities, including banks, vessels, and military-industrial complex, while Ukraine faces ongoing attacks.
India's DRDO successfully conducted the maiden flight test of the Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (LR-SAM) Kusha from APJ Abdul Kalam Island. This marks a significant step in developing an indigenous long-range air defence shield, aiming to rival systems like Russia's S-400 Triumf and the US MIM-104 Patriot.
India's DRDO successfully conducted the maiden flight test of the indigenous long-range surface-to-air missile (LRSAM) Kusha from APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha. This marks a significant milestone, strengthening air defense, reducing import dependency, and boosting self-reliance.
A video released by the PLA-affiliated China Military Bugle showcases PHL-191-launched airburst rockets, designed to attack personnel and lightly protected equipment. Analysts suggest this indicates Beijing's potential strategy to disrupt Taiwan's detection, communication, and response capabilities in a conflict before larger operations begin.
The UN reports a sharp increase in civilian casualties in the Russia-Ukraine war, with 1,396 killed and 7,978 wounded in Ukraine in H1 2026, and 250 killed and 1,596 injured in Russia during H1 this year. Long-range missiles and drones are cited as primary causes. India protested a Russian strike on a ship near Odesa that killed 10, including four Indians.
Commercial satellite imagery from Planet Labs shows significant construction progress on a new, larger variant of China's Type 901 fast replenishment ship at the Comec Longxue shipyard near Guangzhou, designed to support advanced aircraft carriers like the forthcoming Type 004 and their battle groups.
Malaysia enhances surveillance in its eastern waters with a new long-range radar on Swallow Reef and operational drones in Labuan. This move aims to counter threats amid revived Philippine claims over Sabah and persistent Chinese patrols near offshore energy fields, as announced by Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin.
Hong Kong's men's rugby team achieved a dramatic 42-40 comeback victory against higher-ranked Uruguay in Montevideo, ending their Nations Cup campaign on a high. The team, coached by Logan Asplin, overcame a 26-13 half-time deficit to stun their opponents.
The Indian Army is initiating the acquisition of indigenous long-range attack drones (LRLM project) capable of hitting targets at 1,000 km with AI-enabled targeting and operating in GPS-denied environments. The initiative aims to foster an independent drone manufacturing ecosystem in India.
A new image shows China's J-16 fighter jet equipped with 8 PL-15 and 2 P-10 missiles, dubbed 'Beast Mode.' Analysts see this as a display of the PLAAF's focus on maximizing firepower and sustained air-combat capability, transforming the J-16 into a long-range 'missile truck.'
An analysis by Ordnance Science and Technology reveals China's J-16 fighter jet demonstrated enhanced offensive tactical capabilities by carrying multiple long-range missiles, a configuration described as 'beast mode' for maximum ordnance load.
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy announced a new military unit for deep incursions into Russian territory to degrade Moscow's capabilities. The unit aims for a "long-range, effectively global, impact on Russia," leveraging Ukraine's growing drone and defense industry, including the Flamingo missile system.
Julian Alvarez scored in the 112th minute and Lautaro Martinez added another goal late in extra time to secure Argentina's 3-1 victory over Switzerland in the World Cup quarterfinals. Alexis Mac Allister also scored for Argentina. The win sends Argentina to the semifinals to face England.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the creation of a new military unit tasked with deep incursions into Russian territory to degrade Moscow's fighting capabilities. The unit aims for a "long-range, effectively global, impact on Russia," leveraging Ukraine's growing drone and defense industry.
