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Atlantic Councilpolitics19 days ago
Russia Launches Largest Ballistic Missile Attack on Ukraine Since War Began
Russia fired 73 missiles and 656 drones at Ukrainian cities overnight June 1-2, killing or wounding more than 100 civilians. The strikes targeted Kyiv and Dnipro and marked the heaviest use of ballistic missiles in the conflict to date.
nbcnews.compolitics39 days ago
Ukraine Reports Russian Losses Exceed Monthly Replacements in April
Russian forces suffered more than 35,000 personnel killed or seriously wounded in April according to Ukrainian reporting. Ukraine's drone operations have increased strikes on Russian air defense systems while interceptor drones achieve success rates of up to 95 percent against Sh…
The Japan Timesworld46 days ago
Zelenskyy Renews Calls for More Air-Defense Systems During Armenia Summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pressed Western allies at a summit in Yerevan to accelerate shipments of air-defense systems and interceptor missiles. The request, which came during talks with European leaders and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, reflects growing urgenc…
rediff.comworld48 days ago
UAE Intercepts 19 Iranian Missiles and Drones, Injuring Three Civilians
United Arab Emirates forces engaged 12 ballistic missiles, three cruise missiles and four drones in response to Iranian attacks today. An Israeli air defense system in the UAE intercepted one incoming missile, amid high readiness in Israel. At least three civilians sustained mode…
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manilatimes.networld52 days ago
U.S. Marine Corps Examines Ballistic Missile Defense Options as Army Faces Demand Constraints
The U.S. Marine Corps is exploring the addition of theater ballistic missile defense capabilities, driven by concerns over limited Army resources. Recent conflicts with Iran highlighted vulnerabilities to ballistic threats. Officials discussed simulations and requirements at a pa…
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tass.comfinance55 days ago
Ukraine's Military Chief Reports Russia Facing Shortage of Air Defense Missiles for Drones
Ukraine's commander in chief stated that Russia is experiencing a shortage of missiles to counter Ukrainian drones. This assessment follows recent Ukrainian strikes on Russian infrastructure. The statement highlights ongoing challenges in air defense capabilities amid the conflic…
Defense Newsworld61 days ago
Denmark Orders SAMP/T NG Air-Defense Systems from Eurosam, Opting for European Alternative to US Patriot
Denmark has signed orders for the SAMP/T NG air-defense system in the first quarter of 2026, becoming the third country to acquire it after France and Italy. Deliveries are set to begin in 2028, with Thales supplying key components including the Ground Fire 300 radar.