Ukrainian drone strikes have targeted Wildberries, Russia's largest e-commerce company, destroying warehouses and billions in inventory. Hundreds of small businesses storing goods are devastated, highlighting Ukraine's new strategy to erode Russian normality and disrupt logistics.
Iran claims retaliatory drone strikes on US military facilities across the Middle East, following 13 nights of American attacks. This escalation comes as the US plans to use frozen Iranian assets for war damages, a move condemned by Iran, further intensifying tensions between the two nations.
A Turkish sailor died and others were wounded after a drone strike hit the Türkiye-flagged MV Reyhan Sari coal bulker off Russia's Novorossiysk on Wednesday, amid intensified Ukrainian attacks on Black Sea shipping.
Russia's Defense Ministry claimed its Geran-4 Seeker drones struck five vessels, including dry cargo and bulk carriers, in the Black Sea and Chernomorsk port on July 22, alleging they were used for Ukrainian military cargo.
Ukraine attacked four Wildberries warehouses in Russia, escalating its drone campaign against the country's top online retailer. The strikes, targeting a key economic driver, threaten disruption for businesses and millions of Russian consumers.
Russia accused Ukraine of targeting Wildberries warehouses in Krasnodar and Stavropol regions for the second time in a week, causing fires and injuries. Ukraine confirmed the strikes, with President Zelenskyy alleging Wildberries supplies components for Russian drone production. Miratorg plants were also hit, while Russia continued strikes on Ukrainian industrial sites.
Ukrainian attacks on Russia's Bryansk Region injured two people and damaged an agricultural facility, Acting Governor Yegor Kovalchuk reported. A security guard and a local resident were hospitalized after drone strikes in Klimovsky and Pogarsky Districts.
Russia conducted extensive missile and drone attacks across Ukraine, killing at least eight and injuring dozens in cities like Kharkiv, Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Sumy. Ukraine retaliated by hitting Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea and oil depots in Stavropol.
Three US service members were killed and others injured after Iranian forces launched ballistic missile and drone attacks on American military facilities in Jordan. This marks the first US fatalities since the renewed conflict between Washington and Tehran, prompting warnings of further Iranian retaliation.
Iran's IRGC claimed missile and drone strikes on US bases in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait as retaliation for recent US strikes. The IRGC stated its aerospace forces targeted specific facilities, calling the operation 'eye-for-an-eye' and warning against foreign interference in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's IRGC claims to have launched missile and drone strikes on US bases in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait, calling it 'eye-for-an-eye' retaliation for recent US strikes within Iran. The IRGC stated specific facilities were targeted at Prince Hassan, Sheikh Isa, and Ali Al-Salem Airbases.
Iran's Fars news agency claims drone strikes destroyed US HIMARS missile launchers in Kuwait, killing three American officers. Kuwait confirmed attacks on border posts and a drone hitting an oil platform, injuring one worker, but did not blame Iran or confirm HIMARS destruction. US Central Command has not confirmed the Iranian claims.
Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed to traffic, leading to US airstrikes. Iran responded by targeting US facilities in Gulf states, prompting condemnations and high alerts in the region. The dispute centers on a recent memorandum of understanding regarding passage through the strait.
Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed to traffic and launched missile and drone strikes on US facilities in Gulf states. The US military stated the strait remains open and conducted retaliatory airstrikes after an Iranian attack on a commercial ship. Several Gulf nations reported intercepting missiles and urged citizens to seek shelter.
Ukraine's drone forces have targeted 90 Russian vessels in the Sea of Azov in under a week, forcing Russia to suspend shipping. Attacks hit oil refineries and infrastructure, impacting Moscow's ability to transport sanctioned oil and other goods.
Oman summoned Iran's ambassador to protest drone attacks on Omani territory, specifically in the Musandam and Al Wusta Governorates. Muscat expressed dissatisfaction with these actions, emphasizing the need for respect for state sovereignty and good neighborliness.
An Israeli drone strike injured two people in southern Lebanon early Friday, hitting a pick-up truck in the Nabatieh district. This attack occurs despite a US-brokered agreement aimed at a phased Israeli withdrawal. Amnesty International previously called for war crimes investigations into earlier strikes that killed civilians.
Russia is experiencing fuel shortages and queues at gas stations due to oil refineries being partially shut down for repairs following drone strikes, according to Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak. He also cited panic buying as a contributing factor to increased demand.
Ukraine has intensified attacks on Russian fuel tankers in the Sea of Azov, aiming to disrupt supplies to occupied Crimea. Drone strikes have hit 14 Russian ships, part of a campaign to choke off routes to Crimea and cut Russia's energy revenues.
Ukrainian drone attacks caused fires at an oil refinery in Krasnodar and fuel depots/port in Rostov, Russia. Residents were evacuated from affected areas. These strikes target Russia's energy infrastructure, contributing to fuel shortages.
Ukraine's stepped-up drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure and military assets are reshaping modern warfare and influencing NATO's defense spending. The alliance plans to invest over $40 billion in counter-drone capabilities.
Russia is deploying new electronic warfare systems, like Volna-Kupol-Garant, to jam Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet in Ukraine. This aims to disrupt Ukrainian drone operations that rely on Starlink for communication and targeting behind Russian lines.
At least seven people died in new Russian strikes across Ukraine overnight. The attacks occurred just hours before a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky at a NATO summit. Fatalities were reported in Kyiv, Mykolaiv, Kharkiv, and Kherson regions.
Ukrainian drones have struck nine Russian 'shadow fleet' tankers in the Sea of Azov, with a total of 19 tankers hit in the past 72 hours. This escalation coincides with fresh Russian missile strikes on Kyiv and Odesa, injuring civilians. Ukraine aims to isolate Crimea and disrupt Russian logistics.
