What Zelensky’s threat to Russian airspace means for the future of war and air travel Ukraine’s threat may force Putin into negotiations to end the conflict, say experts The Independent UK · Sep 2
Moscow vows to avoid airspace disruption despite Zelenskiy's aviation warning Russia pledges to ensure civil aviation safety after Ukrainian drone warnings. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy stated Russian airspace is now dangerous due to drones. Some airlines have cancelled flights and experienced delays at Moscow airports. Russia's transport minister assured that flight safety requirements are constantly improving. Aviation risk advisors predict daily… The Economic Times · Sep 2
Germany investigates suspected power substation sabotage, Russia summons German envoy Two incidents that disrupted power distribution systems in Germany are being investigated for sabotage, authorities said Wednesday, while one of them was also being examined for possible terrorism links. Meanwhile Russia said it was summoning Germany's charge d'affaires after Berlin blamed Moscow for last month's attempted drone attack at Leipzig… France 24 · Sep 2
Drone incident in Germany has ‘hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism’, EU's Kallas says Last month's incident involving an explosive-laden drone at Leipzig airport bears "all the hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism," EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said Wednesday. Germany has blamed Russia for the "hybrid attack". The EU has summoned the Russian envoy, and member states were doing the same, Kallas said. France 24 · Sep 2
Ships adopt makeshift anti-drone defences as Black Sea attacks intensify To counter the escalating risk of drone assaults from Russia and Ukraine in the Black Sea, vessels passing through the Bosphorus are equipping themselves with additional protective gear like nets and water tanks. This strategic shift follows Ukraine's heightened offensive on Russian export facilities starting in July. Although certain precautions… The Economic Times · Sep 2
Iran targets US allies in Gulf after overnight attacks, and other Mideast news Iran has targeted U.S. Gulf allies, firing drones at Kuwait and Bahrain after U.S. airstrikes in Iran The Independent UK · Sep 2
Von der Leyen: Russian drone incidents in Europe are the 'new normal' European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Europe must prepare for a “new era of European security” after Russia was blamed for a drone sabotage incident last month. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said the Alliance must have the capabilities it needs to address such threats. Euronews · Sep 2
Russia strikes Ukraine injuring 8 as Moscow, Kyiv trade threats Overnight, airstrikes from Russia have caused significant damage to structures and injured civilians in Ukraine's Kyiv and Odesa regions. The Ukrainian Air Force confirmed the barrage of drones and missiles fired by Russia. Amid rising tensions, both President Putin and President Zelenskyy exchanged stern threats, sparking fears of further escalation. The Times of India · Sep 2
Bipartisan outrage after Pentagon shuts down elite US Army drone unit training to fight like Ukraine A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pressing the U.S. Army to explain why it told a unit based in Europe to stop specializing in drone warfare The Independent UK · Sep 2
Germany Formally Blames Russia for Leipzig Airport Drone Bomb Plot Germany formally blamed Russia for a foiled drone bomb plot at Leipzig/Halle Airport and closed a Russian consulate in response. Latin Times · Sep 2
EU to hit back at Russia after drone attack as Germany probes new sabotage cases European Union members urged new sanctions against Russia after a drone attack. Germany blamed Moscow for the incident, calling it hybrid warfare. Two sabotage cases also occurred in Germany within twenty-four hours. Authorities are investigating vandalism at a substation and damaged power lines. These events coincide with upcoming elections and… The Economic Times · Sep 2
Europe vows to stay united as hybrid war activity surges Europe and Canada have said they won't succumb to the growing number of hybrid attacks from Russia. The show of unity comes as Germany takes the unprecedented step of formally blaming to the Kremlin for a drone incident at Leipzig airport last month. Euronews · Sep 2
Russian airspace becoming unsafe for commercial airlines, Zelenskyy says Ukraine president says aviation industry needs to take account of growing number of Ukrainian drones in Russia The Guardian - UK · Sep 2
Zelensky warns Russian airspace ‘effectively closing’ ahead of drone attacks IN FULL The Independent UK · Sep 2
The Economic Times · Sep 2 When roads end, drones carry dead home in flood-hit Nepal Drones are now carrying the dead home from inaccessible flood-ravaged areas in Nepal. These unmanned aerial vehicles are also delivering vital food and medicine to cut-off communities. AI-enabled drones are assessing villagers' needs through simple questions and responses. The technology proved crucial after roads and bridges were washed away by…
The Guardian - UK · Sep 2 Russian ‘attempts to intimidate Europe will fail’, says EU’s Kallas as Germany blames Moscow for Leipzig drone incident – as it happened EU’s policy chief says drone incident at German airport ‘had the hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism’
The Times of India · Sep 2 Germany blames Russia for drone attack attempt at Leipzig/Halle airport Germany-Russia tensions escalated on Tuesday after Berlin formally blamed Moscow for an attempted drone attack at Leipzig/Halle airport and announced a series of diplomatic and security measures, as police separately investigated two suspected attacks on Germany's electricity network within hours of each other.
The Independent UK · Sep 2 EU's Kallas calls alleged Russian drone plot 'state sponsored terrorism' as Europe mulls a response The European Union's top diplomat says an attempted attack on a German airport blamed on Russia appears to be “state-sponsored terrorism.”
The Guardian - AU · Sep 2 Afternoon Update: Global heating forecast to hit at least 1.8C; DNA tests to help identify Nepal flood victims; and shark drones UN report warns every fraction of temperature rise intensifies destructive extreme weather and ecosystem loss
Euronews · Sep 2 Europe jolted by the Kremlin’s ‘hybrid’ escalation Hello from Brussels. I’m Mared Gwyn. Today, we bring you an exclusive sit-down interview with the EU’s trade chief on his quest to rein in the EU’s ballooning trade deficit with Beijing. But we start with the escalating tensions between Europe and Moscow.
Euronews · Sep 2 Europe Today: EU foreign ministers meet as Germany attributes drone attack to Russia EU foreign ministers are meeting today in Ireland following Berlin's decision yesterday to attribute a drone incident in the country to Russia. Also on the show: EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič speaks exclusively to Euronews and UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres asks world leaders to end all wars.
The Independent UK · Sep 2 Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow responds to Zelensky’s threat to Russian airspace as flights cancelled Russian minister says country 'will not allow any significant disruption to civil aviation'
The Economic Times · Sep 2 'Tanker for tanker': Trump's new retaliation policy behind US strikes on Iran United States forces struck two Iranian government tankers on Tuesday. These strikes were part of a new policy aimed at deterring attacks. Approximately one hundred targets, including military sites, were hit by US drones. Iran's retaliation involved ballistic missiles and drones, which were largely intercepted. Shipping continued through the Strait…
The Economic Times · Sep 2 Zelenskiy says Ukrainian drones have effectively closed Russian airspace Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy warned airlines and insurers that Russian airspace was becoming increasingly dangerous because of Ukrainian drone activity and was effectively closing. His warning comes amid intensified Russian strikes on Ukraine and frequent Ukrainian drone attacks inside Russia, raising concerns over risks to civilian aviation and airspace safety.