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Russia's Nuclear Threats Prove Hollow as War Grinds Into Another Year
Ukraine's top commander Syrskii has been fired as Russia hits ports and ships, with analysts arguing Moscow's nuclear arsenal has failed to alter the war's grinding trajectory.
Bahrain Air Defenses Intercept Iranian Aerial Attack
Bahrain's Defence Forces say their air defenses confronted, intercepted, and destroyed multiple Iranian aerial threats, marking the second Gulf partner to shoot down Iranian ordnance in as many days.
Trump Threatens Strikes on Iranian Infrastructure Over Hormuz Attacks
President Trump warned Wednesday he will authorize U.S. strikes on Iranian civilian infrastructure if Tehran continues targeting commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Jordan Downs Iranian Missiles, Drones; Interceptions Boom Over Eilat
Jordan says its air defenses shot down four Iranian missiles and four drones overnight, with interception explosions visible over the Israeli port city of Eilat, the Times of Israel reports.
Australia's Wong Calls on Region to Respond to South China Sea Aggression
Foreign Minister Penny Wong urged Indo-Pacific partners to define their collective response to China's South China Sea conduct, framing silence as a strategic choice with consequences.
Canada, Australia Confront China Over South China Sea Aggression
Australia and Canada issued sharp warnings over China's South China Sea behavior Wednesday, with Canberra vowing it will not be intimidated as it expands its defense and nuclear capabilities.
China's Oil Output Hits Record High at 216 Million Tons
China's National Energy Administration reports crude oil production reached 216 million tons last year, a national record, as natural gas output also climbed substantially.
Trump to Submit Saudi Nuclear Pact to Congress Within Days Amid Safeguards Concerns
The Trump administration plans to send a Saudi civilian nuclear cooperation agreement to Congress within days, Reuters reports, despite unresolved non-proliferation safeguards questions.
US Strikes Iran for 11th Consecutive Night; Explosions Reported Across Country
US Central Command confirmed an 11th straight night of strikes on Iran as Al Jazeera reported explosions across multiple areas, with CENTCOM citing continued Hormuz-related targeting.
Iran War Leaves Oil Markets More Vulnerable Than Trump Believes
Depleted strategic reserves and a changed geopolitical landscape mean the US-Iran conflict poses a far greater oil price shock risk than Washington has acknowledged.
Iran Demands UN Action After US Strike on Darkhovin Nuclear Plant
Iran formally petitioned the UN Security Council to condemn US missile strikes on the Darkhovin Nuclear Power Plant, calling the attack a grave threat to regional stability.
UK PM Burnham Approves British Bases for US Strikes on Iran
New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has approved the use of UK bases by the United States for "defensive" strikes on Iran, Bloomberg News reported Tuesday.
Ukraine Strikes Russian Fighter Jet and Air Defenses in Kursk Oblast
Ukraine's General Staff reports strikes on a Russian fighter jet and air defense systems in Kursk Oblast as UN data documents a steep rise in civilian casualties across the war.
Three Drones Shot Down Near US Consulate in Erbil, Iraq
Three explosive-laden drones were shot down near the US consulate in Erbil, Iraq on Tuesday, Reuters reported, citing security sources. The origin of the drones is not yet confirmed.
Russia and Ukraine Trade Strikes on Black Sea Civilian Ships
Russia and Ukraine have escalated their Black Sea conflict with fiery attacks on civilian vessels, raising alarm over maritime safety in a war-battered sea lane.
Pentagon Identifies Sgt. Michael Swinton, Killed by Iranian Drone
The Pentagon identified Sgt. Michael Emmanuel Swinton, 30, of North Carolina, killed Saturday during a controlled detonation of a downed Iranian drone at Erbil airbase, Iraq.
Chinese Coast Guard Strikes Philippine Sailor in South China Sea Clash
Video footage shows a Chinese coast guard officer striking a Philippine sailor during a South China Sea confrontation, escalating one of Asia's most volatile territorial disputes.
Kuwait Army Says Air Defenses Intercepting Iranian Missiles, Drones
Kuwait's army said its air defenses were responding to hostile missiles and drone threats, marking a fresh Iranian barrage against the Gulf state during ongoing US-Iran strikes.
Russian Drone Strike Ignites Fire at Sumy Shopping Centre as Moscow Hits Gas Facilities
A Russian drone attack set a shopping centre in northeastern Ukraine's Sumy ablaze Tuesday as Moscow simultaneously struck the country's gas infrastructure.
Beijing Eyes Tumen River Access as China-North Korea Alliance Shifts
A ThinkChina analysis examines why Beijing is pressing for Tumen River access through North Korea, as a separate report argues the China-DPRK alliance is entering a new phase.
North Korea Reaffirms Support for Russia's Ukraine War as Kim Kremlin Visit Is Reported
Pyongyang publicly backed Moscow's war in Ukraine during the North Korean foreign minister's Moscow visit, as reports emerged of an imminent Kim Jong Un trip to the Kremlin.
Putin Meets North Korea's Foreign Minister in High-Level Moscow Talks
Putin received North Korea's foreign minister in Moscow on Monday, as the two countries' military and diplomatic ties deepen in the shadow of Russia's Ukraine war.
Pentagon Confirms Nearly 100 U.S. Service Members Injured in Iran Strikes
The Pentagon on Monday confirmed nearly 100 U.S. service members have been injured since strikes on Iran resumed in July, saying 96 percent have returned to duty.
UKMTO: Tanker Struck by Projectile in Strait of Hormuz
UK Maritime Trade Operations said Monday it received multiple reports that a tanker was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, a fresh maritime incident in the chokepoint.
Iran Calls on IAEA to Condemn U.S. Strike on Nuclear Sites
Tehran accuses Washington of deliberately targeting civilian nuclear infrastructure and asks the UN atomic watchdog to formally censure the American military campaign.
CENTCOM Begins Tenth Night of Strikes on Iran; Explosions Reported in South
US Central Command opened a tenth consecutive night of strikes on Iran, with explosions reported at Bandar Abbas, Sirik Island and Qeshm as Trump warns of retaliation for the two U.S. soldiers killed in Jordan.
Report: Pentagon Concealed Dozens of U.S. Injuries in Iran Strikes
A New York Times report cited by The Hill says the Pentagon concealed dozens of U.S. service-member injuries from the Iranian strikes that killed two soldiers in Jordan.
Iranian Officer Killed in Reported U.S. Strike on Tabriz
Iran's Fars news agency identifies the officer as Mahdad Pashae, killed Monday in a reported U.S. strike on Tabriz — the first confirmed hit on the northwestern city in the current conflict.
Ukraine Hits Russian Oil Depot, Moscow Logistics, Six Black Sea Ships
President Zelensky confirmed Ukrainian forces struck a Russian oil depot, logistics infrastructure in Moscow Oblast, and six Black Sea vessels in coordinated Monday strikes.
Iran Claims U.S. Struck Nuclear Site as War Expands to Jordan
Tehran says U.S. strikes hit a nuclear facility under construction and civilian sites; an Iranian missile reached Jordan's Aqaba port for the first time in the current conflict.