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President Trump announced the US has ousted Venezuelan leader Maduro in a military operation, claiming the US will control Venezuela until a proper transition, with plans to manage its oil resources, amid international condemnation and concerns over US imperialism.
Russia's Defense Ministry claimed that Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack targeting Putin's residence, with over half of the drones intercepted hundreds of kilometers away, though the details and verification remain uncertain amid Ukrainian and international skepticism.
Russia launched a missile attack on Kyiv and Ukraine's energy infrastructure following Miami peace talks, causing power outages and prompting Poland to deploy jets to defend its airspace amid ongoing tensions in the Ukraine conflict.
Ukraine's SBU claims to have used underwater drones to strike and disable a Russian Kilo-class submarine in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, marking the first such attack of its kind, amid ongoing tensions and diplomatic efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
Ukraine reportedly destroyed a Russian submarine using an underwater drone, highlighting ongoing military tensions between the two countries amid broader geopolitical developments.
Ukrainian drones attacked the Afipskiy oil refinery in Krasnodar Krai, Russia, causing a fire and damage to a strategic fuel processing facility, amid ongoing drone strikes across Russia targeting military and infrastructure sites, with reports of additional attacks on naval and railway targets. The strikes are part of Ukraine's broader strategy to weaken Russia's military logistics and economy, with the full extent of damage still being assessed.
Yemen's Houthis have sunk a second cargo ship in the Red Sea within a week, attacking vessels with rockets and explosives, claiming to target ships linked to Israel amid ongoing regional tensions. The attacks have resulted in multiple casualties, rescue operations, and international condemnation, highlighting threats to maritime security and freedom of navigation in the region.
A suicide bombing in northwestern Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province killed at least 13 soldiers and injured dozens, including children, in an attack claimed by a Taliban faction, amidst rising violence since the Taliban's return to power in Afghanistan.
Israel conducted airstrikes using 'bunker buster' bombs on southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah sites, resulting in one death and 20 injuries, amid ongoing tensions in the region.
Russia has launched one of its largest attacks on Ukraine's power grid, according to Ukrainian officials. This assault is part of ongoing military operations in the region, significantly impacting Ukraine's energy infrastructure and civilian life.
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian dismissed the recent attack on Iran as insignificant and mocked the weapons used as "toys." He warned that Iran would respond with maximum force if Israel engages in further "adventurism," but also indicated that Iran was not planning to escalate the conflict unless Israel launches a significant attack. The recent cycle of violence between the two countries began with an Israeli bombing of an Iranian consular building in Damascus, followed by an Iranian military attack on Israel, and a subsequent Israeli strike on a military airfield in central Iran. Both sides, along with U.S. officials, have called for calm to prevent further escalation.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rebuffed European diplomats' pleas for restraint in response to Iran's recent aerial attack, stating that Israel will make its own decisions. Despite allies' requests to avoid escalating tensions with Iran, Netanyahu emphasized that Israel will do everything necessary to defend itself, thanking allies for their support but asserting that Israel will ultimately make its own decisions.
Hezbollah claims responsibility for launching missiles and drones at a military facility in northern Israel, injuring at least 14 soldiers, in retaliation for Israeli strikes that killed Hezbollah members. The Israeli military responded by striking Hezbollah infrastructure in eastern Lebanon. Tensions have been escalating between the two sides, with recent exchanges of fire and casualties, raising concerns about further escalation in the region. Iran's recent attack on Israel and US President Joe Biden's assurance to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the US would not participate in any Israeli counteroffensive against Iran add to the complexity of the situation.
Israel successfully intercepted 99% of the drones and missiles launched by Iran in an unprecedented attack, prompting international responses and calls for de-escalation. The U.S. pledged support for Israel, while world leaders condemned Iran's actions and called for an immediate cessation of hostilities. The U.N. Security Council called an emergency meeting, and the G7 leaders convened in a video call to discuss the situation. Hamas demanded a written commitment from Israel for a Gaza withdrawal, while Iran warned the U.S. against cooperation with Israel in any new attack.
At least six aircraft were destroyed in an attack on Russia’s Morozovsk airfield, reportedly carried out by the Security Service of Ukraine and military forces, resulting in the destruction of Russian military aircraft and casualties among soldiers. The airfield housed bomber and fighter jets used in attacks on Ukraine, and the operation is seen as a significant blow to Russia's combat potential.