Russia's Battlegroup Center liberated Belitskoye in the DPR on July 22, conducting offensive operations with assault units and armored vehicles. Russian troops are now searching for remaining Ukrainian soldiers. This follows recent reports of liberations in the Zaporozhye and Dnepropetrovsk regions.
Ukraine's armed forces attacked Russia's Belgorod Region 157 times in 24 hours, resulting in one civilian death and nine injuries across Belgorod city and several districts, according to acting governor Alexander Shuvayev.
Russian forces have officially struck 28 vessels at Ukrainian ports and at sea, carrying military cargoes and fuel for the Ukrainian armed forces, since July 11. These strikes, based on Russian Defense Ministry data, targeted ports like Chernomorsk, Nikolayev, Yuzhny, and Odessa, as well as vessels at sea.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces, replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi. This follows a cabinet reshuffle and public protests over the dismissal of former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, whom Drapatyi publicly defended.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces mounting pressure to reinstate Mykhailo Fedorov as defence minister, with nationwide protests continuing after Fedorov reportedly rejected a new government role. This comes amidst a radical reshuffle of Ukraine's top military command, including the appointment of Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new head of the armed forces.
Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters warned that if the US attacks Iranian civilian targets, the conflict would expand beyond the region, targeting all Middle Eastern oil, gas, and power infrastructure, and preventing oil exports.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned the US and its allies against striking Iran's civilian infrastructure, stating the country's defense doctrine is "eye for an eye" and any aggression would lead to a powerful response, targeting contributors.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported continued overnight strikes on Ukrainian ports and military facilities in the Odessa Region on July 22. Targets included a Neptune missile system battery in Kovalevka, port infrastructure in Odessa, a Nova Post logistics center, and two marine vessels carrying military cargoes to Odessa and Chernomorsk.
Five years after a landmark report warned of safety risks, women in the UK armed forces continue to report being issued ill-fitting kit, including body armour not designed for female bodies. The MoD plans new flat ballistic plates by 2028 and curved ones from 2029, while supplying curved armour to Ukraine.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has fired commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, appointing Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new head of Ukraine's armed forces. He also offered a "prominent position" to former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, whose previous sacking sparked nationwide protests.
Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed armed forces chief Oleksandr Syrskyi after nationwide protests and appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi to lead Ukraine’s war effort. The shake-up comes as fighting, drone strikes and new EU sanctions talks continue.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi as commander-in-chief of the armed forces following nationwide protests demanding his removal, appointing Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new army chief. Zelenskyy also offered former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov a government role.
Nafarrete has been appointed as the new chief of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, replacing General Romeo Brawner Jnr. His 36 years of combat experience in Mindanao are highlighted, signaling continuity in security policy as the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region prepares for its first parliamentary election on September 14.
Ukrainian forces attacked Russia's Belgorod Region 153 times over the past day, resulting in eight civilian deaths, including a child, and 77 injuries. The attacks involved shelling, drone drops, and intercepted UAVs across multiple districts.
Sri Lanka is experiencing a severe dengue outbreak with 76,044 infections and 53 deaths since January, approaching 2017 levels. Hospitals in areas like Negombo are overwhelmed by a rapid influx of patients, forcing them to add beds and increase staff hours.
Ukraine launched over 400 drones at Moscow, hitting industrial sites and an oil depot, while Russia continued ballistic missile attacks on Ukrainian cities, causing multiple casualties. Cross-border strikes also led to deaths in Belgorod and on a cargo vessel near Odesa, as Ukraine's military commander Syrskyi faces potential dismissal.
The Israeli military, in cooperation with the U.S. military (CENTCOM) and the Lebanese Armed Forces, has initiated a 'Safe Zone' pilot program in southern Lebanon. This coordination is part of a US-brokered framework agreement signed on June 26, which envisages the withdrawal of Israeli troops from occupied areas.
US aims to deter Russia and China, while global tensions rise with various geopolitical events across Ukraine, Iran, North Korea, and more.
Canada's military evacuates 600 from Fort Hope, Ontario, due to intense wildfires, as smoke affects broad US areas, prompting health warnings.
Emmanuel Macron s'apprête à prononcer son dernier discours aux armées, marquant la fin de deux mandats. L'événement sera scruté pour ses interprétations, tandis que le président fera le bilan de sa politique de défense, confrontée au retour de la guerre en Europe et à des tensions initiales avec la hiérarchie militaire, notamment suite à la démission du général de Villiers en 2017.
Military expert Andrey Marochko reported that Ukrainian forces and foreign mercenaries sustained over 9,900 killed and wounded in the special military operation zone last week. The greatest losses were in the Dnepropetrovsk and Zaporozhye Regions, attributed to Russia's Battlegroup East.
Two women were injured when a Ukrainian armed forces attack targeted an intercity bus traveling from Stakhanov to Moscow in the Lugutinsky municipality of the Lugansk People’s Republic. The bus carried 13 passengers and two drivers. The injured were hospitalized, and other passengers were evacuated.
Mali's Vice President of the Defense Commission, Fousseynou Ouattara, stated that the Russian Defense Ministry's Africa Corps was crucial in repelling terrorist attacks on April 25, 2026, preventing a potential coup. He highlighted the decisive contribution of the Africa Corps in defeating terrorists and emphasized improved coordination between Malian forces and the Africa Corps.
Two Chinese military pilots, including a senior colonel and tactical commander, died during flight training last month. Beijing has not officially commented on the fatalities, which occurred amid intensified military modernization and training efforts.
