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WarBritish war-game simulation of Russian attack draws nuclear warning from MoscowA British war-game show simulating a Russian attack has drawn a nuclear warning from Moscow.

Al JazeeraOct 6

WarUS deploys anti-ship NMESIS missiles to Japanese island 60 miles from TaiwanWhile it has yet to finalize a $14 billion arms deal with Taiwan, the Trump administration is delivering a needed boost to deterrence against China. It is doing so with an anti-ship missile deployment to Japan’s westernmost island, Yonaguni. That island is just 60 nautical miles from Taiwan…

Washington ExaminerOct 6

PoliticsDem Senator Claims Pentagon Refused to Let Him Inspect Key Middle East BaseChris Murphy alleged he was refused access to inspect Al Udeid Air Base, the largest American military base in the Middle East.

WarRussian losses to Ukrainian drones surge in early OctoberBetween Oct. 1 and Oct. 5, Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces recorded 2,699 Russian troops killed or wounded, compared with 1,931 during the same period in September, Robert Brovdi, commander of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces, said.

Kyiv IndependentOct 6

WarUK police arrest seventh man over suspected Iran-linked plot at US airbaseBritish police on Tuesday arrested a 22-year-old man in London on suspicion of a terror offence over a security incident at a US-run military airbase in England that authorities have linked to Iran. The arrest is the seventh in connection with a suspected plot against RAF Fairford, located 160km…

PoliticsIsrael orders UK to close consulate as sanctions dispute escalatesFormer British consul Sir Vincent Fean says Israel is acting unlawfully in the wake of a new wave of sanctions.

Al JazeeraOct 6

PoliticsArmy Secretary Dan Driscoll speaks out after Pentagon exit under HegsethArmy Secretary Dan Driscoll, one of a long list of Pentagon departures under the defense secretary’s rule, has spoken out about his exit. Joe Sommerlad reports

The IndependentOct 6

Daily Dumpster FiresNorth Korea opens border bridge after 12 years, but still won't let people crossFor 12 years, the bridge was there. But the road was not. In 2014, China and North Korea completed the approximately 2-mile New Amnok River Bridge connecting the two countries. China prepared the necessary facilities on its side, but North Korea failed to complete basic customs and immigration…

Washington ExaminerOct 6

WarUkrainian drones strike Moscow region in overnight attack, triggering air raid sirensContributor / Getty Images A wave of long-range attack drones has slammed into the Moscow region, bringing Vladimir Putin’s war right to his doorstep. The overnight Ukrainian blitz from Monday into Tuesday sent air raid sirens wailing across the capital, marking one of the most direct and disruptive…

The Daily BeastOct 6

WarEurope turns to Ukraine's battlefield-tested weapons as joint production acceleratesThe Germans came to Ukraine over the weekend with another infusion of much-needed cash for the Russian-battered country, but this trip wasn't just another charity-flavored aid drop-off.

The Washington TimesOct 6

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World Is EndingFrance Tests New Nuclear-Capable WeaponFrance has an estimated 290 nuclear warheads, most of which are launched from submarines.

WarRussia testing Europe's defenses below threshold of open war, experts sayRussia is testing how far it can push Europe without triggering open war — from drones crossing NATO airspace to sabotage and cyberattacks across the continent. Experts warn that Europe has strengthened its defenses since 2022, but key gaps remain, including in air defense, communications…

Kyiv IndependentOct 6

WarSaudi Arabia says three wounded in Houthi attacks on airports near Yemen borderSaudi aviation authority reports severe injuries and damage following Houthi strikes on Jazan and Najran airports.

Al JazeeraOct 6

WarSailors missing after fresh attacks on Black Sea vessels, Bulgaria saysIt is not clear who is behind the attacks which come as Russia intensifies strikes in the Black Sea as part of its war against Ukraine.

WarIran says Strait of Hormuz will stay closed until U.S. meets 7 conditionsIran ties reopening the Strait of Hormuz to U.S. conditions, keeping oil and LNG markets volatile.

Seeking AlphaOct 6

War12 people escape Russian-held Oleshky to Ukraine-controlled territoryIn recent weeks, some residents have started walking out of Oleshky to the neighboring village of Radensk alone or in pairs, on roads mined by Russian forces.

Kyiv IndependentOct 6

WarLibya's government openly shelters the next Osama bin LadenAs investigators delve into last week’s failed terrorist attack on FlyDubai Flight 1073, two main threads emerge: The first is a celebration of the heroism of the Indian pilot and Israeli passengers and the service of Saudi medical staff when the plane eventually landed. The second are the…

Washington ExaminerOct 6

PoliticsTrump says 'threats' prompted pullout of U.S. aircraft from British basePresident Trump said "threats" against RAF Fairford were the reason U.S. bomber aircraft stationed at the base were flown back the United States.

WarIsraeli settlers, forces attack Palestinians during West Bank olive harvestIsraeli settlers and forces beat Palestinians, set property on fire and steal crops across the occupied West Bank.

Al JazeeraOct 6

WarNATO operation defends against hundreds of Russian drones entering alliance airspaceA NATO mission in Europe is defending against hundreds of Russian drones and aircraft that have been entering alliance airspace. NBC News was on the ground to get a first-hand look at where NATO fighter jets and air defence systems have been deployed to protect the eastern flank. NBC News’ Richard…

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PoliticsCanadian veterans say Trump, Vance, Hegseth owe apology for military disparagementMilitary families say Trump officials ‘owe us an apology’ after disparaging remarks by JD Vance, Pete Hegseth and others On the morning of 11 September 2001, Perry Chalmers was running drills for the Royal Canadian Regiment’s specialised mortar platoon in New Brunswick when he heard the news…

The GuardianOct 6

WarLithuania takes first step to lift nuclear weapons ban amid Russian threatParliament Speaker Juozas Olekas said removing the constitutional ban would strengthen Lithuania's resilience and deterrence.

Kyiv IndependentOct 6

WarShip sinks off Bulgaria coast after reported drone attack; major rescue operation underwayA large scale search and rescue operation remains underway for the missing crew following the incident which took place 80 miles off the Bulgarian coast in the Black Sea

WarUkraine Launches One of Largest Aerial Attacks On Moscow In YearsAt least two people were killed in the attacks on Moscow overnight, according to the regional governor Andrey Vorobyov.

WarUS removes bombers from UK base over Iranian drone attack threatThe plot was cooked up by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and aimed to destroy US aircraft and kill American service members stationed at RAF Fairford, a military base about 90 miles west of London, the Wall Street Journal and New York Times reported on Monday.

WarUS F-35 stealth jets join Indian warplanes in first joint drills near Pakistan borderUS F-35 stealth fighters have joined Indian warplanes for military exercises near the Pakistan border in recent days, marking the first time America’s most advanced multirole combat aircraft has taken part in joint drills in India. The US jets’ participation in the drills “signals a degree of…

PoliticsTrump approves firing squad for Fort Hood killer Nidal Hasan's executionPresident Trump has approved the use of a firing squad to execute convicted Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hassan, the Pentagon announced Monday.

WarRussian drone strikes Zaporizhzhia bridge in overnight attackThe bridge has been closed, and traffic rerouted, according to the Zaporizhzhia City Council. The strike follows multiple attacks on bridges in central Kyiv in the past week.

Kyiv IndependentOct 5

WarMexican and Colombian cartel mercenaries join Ukraine's International LegionMembers of Mexican and Colombian cartels are reportedly joining Ukraine’s International Legion to learn drone warfare.

Al JazeeraOct 5

WarUkrainian drones attack Moscow Oblast in mass overnight strikeUkrainian drones targeted Moscow Oblast in a mass attack as air defenses in the region are engaged, monitoring channels reported overnight on Oct. 6.

Kyiv IndependentOct 5