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What we know about US soldiers killed in Iran war, and Iranian casualties
Trump has expressed sadness and vowed to hit Iran ‘very hard’ to honour killed US soldiers.
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Trump targets Spain, NATO backs Ukraine: Is the alliance still united?
While NATO members have agreed to boost defence spending, Trump’s attacks on Spain and Greenland have threatened unity.
From: NewsFeed
UK police arrest activists at Israeli-owned drone engine plant
UK police arrest activists at Israeli-owned drone engine plant.
Published On 9 Jul 2026
From: NewsFeed
Pro-Palestine protesters rally for ‘Filton 25’ activists at UK court
Pro-Palestine protesters rally for ‘Filton 25’ activists at UK court.
Published On 6 Jul 2026
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El-Obeid is surrounded by the RSF: Could it be the next el-Fasher?
UN warns of ‘catastrophe’ in el-Obeid after RSF atrocities in el-Fasher last year.
US leads concern after China fired a long-range missile into Pacific ocean
Countries raise concerns after Chinese military test-launches ballistic missile from submarine in the Pacific Ocean.
Taiwan needs to become a ‘hornet’s nest’ of drones, US diplomat says
De facto US ambassador Raymond Greene says drones represent a ‘game-changing opportunity’ to enhance Taiwan’s security.
At least 22 killed in Kyiv as Zelenskyy warns of ‘massive Russian strike’
Dozens also injured as Ukraine’s forces defend against ballistic missiles, drone barrage targeting capital.
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How severe is Russia’s energy shortage because of Ukrainian strikes?
Analysts say Russia’s fuel crisis may affect its domestic economy, but the war in Ukraine will remain the priority.
UK’s Starmer announces 300-billion-pound defence investment plan
Plan includes more than 5 billion pounds for drones and autonomous systems over four years, Ministry of Defence says.
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Russia-Ukraine war: Why has Putin rejected limits on long-range strikes?
Russian president claims Ukraine, which has ramped up attacks on Russia’s energy sector, proposed the limits.
