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france24.comBoko Haram Attack Kills at Least 23 Chadian Soldiers in Lake Chad Region
Suspected Boko Haram fighters attacked a Chadian military post on the island of Barka Tolorom, killing at least 23 soldiers and injuring 26, according to the country's armed forces. The army repelled the assailants, killing a significant number of them. The incident marks a conti…
محمد برنو / Wikimedia (CC BY 4.0)UAE Air Defenses Engage Missiles and Drones in Sixth Wave as Iran Continues Attacks
The UAE Ministry of Defense confirmed that air defenses are engaging ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones in a sixth wave of attacks. Sounds heard across the UAE are from interceptions rather than impacts so far. President Trump posted a response to the attacks, while…
france24.comMalian Forces Regain Control of Border Town from Islamic State-Linked Insurgents
Malian forces have reasserted control over a town on the Niger border after Islamic State-linked insurgents entered it this week. The development follows coordinated attacks, including one on a military base near the capital. The events highlight ongoing efforts to secure territo…
SemaforIsraeli Army Chief Predicts Extended Conflicts on Multiple Fronts, Recruitment Push
Israel's army chief of staff, Eyal Zamir, stated that the country will endure another year of conflict across multiple fronts. He highlighted strains on the armed forces necessitating increased recruitment. Ongoing fighting in Lebanon persists despite a ceasefire, with evacuation…
Ministerio de Defensa de Rusia / Wikimedia (CC BY 4.0)Mali Government Confirms Death of Defense Chief General Sadio Camara
The government of Mali has confirmed that General Sadio Camara, the country's defense chief, was killed during an ongoing offensive by militant groups. The incident involved a vehicle-borne attack amid clashes with Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin and the Azawad Liberation Fr…
France 24JNIM and Tuareg Separatists Claim Joint Attacks on Bamako Airport and Northern Mali Cities
An al-Qaida-linked group and Tuareg rebels carried out joint attacks on military sites in Bamako and other cities. The assaults targeted airports, bases and urban areas, prompting security measures and international condemnations. Fighting continued into Sunday in northern region…
hrw.orgSudan Conflict Escalates with SAF Strikes on RSF Positions and Civilian Areas in Multiple Regions
The Sudanese Armed Forces conducted precision military strikes over three days, targeting Rapid Support Forces in multiple regions and claiming heavy losses. Civilian casualties were reported in Central Darfur from a drone strike. The United Nations expressed concern over the esc…
Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Reports: Ukraine Conducts Drone and Missile Operation Targeting Crimea and Western Russia
Ukraine initiated a significant drone and missile assault on Crimea and Russia on the night of April 25, 2026. Hundreds of one-way attack drones and cruise missiles were reported airborne over Western Russia. The attack was documented by defense intelligence sources.
Rockets Launched from South Lebanon Toward Israel, Later False Alarm
Rockets were fired from South Lebanon against Israel, marking the first such incident since the war started. A video showed Israeli interceptor trails in the sky. Israel's Channel 12 stated that the rocket firing was a false alarm.
apnews.comIran Parliament Speaker Claims Asymmetric Warfare Victory After Ceasefire with US
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf stated in a television interview that Iran pushed back the United States through asymmetric warfare despite American advantages in resources. He detailed incidents in the Strait of Hormuz and warned of readiness for further conflic…
قناة بلادي الفضائية / Wikimedia (CC BY 3.0)Reported Clashes Between Hezbollah Fighters and IDF Soldiers in Southern Lebanon
Hezbollah fighters and IDF soldiers are reportedly engaged in clashes near Deir Seryan in Southern Lebanon. The incident involves ground contact in a populated area. This differs from typical rocket and airstrike exchanges, according to the report.
Photo: Dmitriy K. / UnsplashUkraine Reports Russian Strike Kills 16-Year-Old Boy in Chernihiv
Ukraine stated that a Russian strike killed a 16-year-old boy in his home in Chernihiv. The overnight attack targeted residential buildings and a school in the area. Officials reported the incident as part of ongoing military actions.
Arlington National Cemetery / Wikimedia (Public domain)Lebanese Army Reports Intermittent Shelling in Southern Villages After Ceasefire
The Lebanese Army stated that intermittent shelling occurred on southern Lebanese villages following the implementation of a ceasefire. The incidents were reported as recent events. Details on the parties involved or the ceasefire's specifics were not provided in the announcement…
NewsweekIranian Jewish Association Condemns US-Israeli Airstrike on Tehran Synagogue During Passover
The Jewish Association of Iran condemned a US-Israeli airstrike that destroyed the Rafi-Nia Synagogue in central Tehran on Tuesday. The incident occurred during Passover, with surrounding residential buildings also damaged. Iranian officials and the Jewish parliamentary represent…