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The European Commission has unveiled a defense roadmap aiming for EU independence in defense production and capabilities by 2027, focusing on joint procurement, flagship projects like the Drone Defence Initiative, and enhancing European self-sufficiency, while emphasizing cooperation with NATO and addressing future threats.
Despite a slower growth rate in its defense budget, China's military capability is expected to expand at a faster pace, raising strategic concerns among global powers. This discrepancy is attributed to China's focus on technological advancements and modernization efforts, which could potentially reshape the balance of power in the region and beyond.
Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, has transformed from a small protest group to a formidable armed power with a mini-army, thanks to years of clandestine support from Iran and allied Arab groups. Hamas has obtained weapons, financing, and training from Iran and its proxies, such as Hezbollah. The group has developed its own military capabilities, including manufacturing weapons locally and building a tunnel network under Gaza. Hamas now boasts a 40,000-strong military wing with specialized training, including cyber security and a naval commando unit. The recent attack on Israel demonstrated Hamas' military expertise and expanding capabilities. While Israel has the capability to destroy Hamas, the concern is the potential cost to the civilian population. Iran acknowledges providing financial and military support to Hamas but denies direct involvement in the recent attack.
Ukraine is losing around 10,000 drones every month due to Russia's sophisticated electronic warfare system, according to a report by the UK's Royal United Services Institute. The report stated that Russia's electronic warfare is a critical component of its tactics and is contributing to the staggering losses of Ukrainian drones. The majority of the drones being lost are relatively cheap, small commercial drones used for surveillance. The report also highlighted that Ukraine has the initiative, but as the Russian military adapts, there can be no room for complacency.
Explosions were heard in Kyiv after the Kremlin claimed that Ukraine attempted to assassinate Russian President Vladimir Putin in a drone attack. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky denied responsibility for any attack on Putin or Moscow and landed in Netherlands late Wednesday. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that Ukraine’s counteroffensive is likely to yield some success in regaining occupied territory, despite leaked U.S. military documents painting a grim picture of the country’s chances.