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US military conducts strikes on Iran hours after Trump's 'foolish violation' remark over Hormuz attack

The US military on Friday carried out fresh strikes on Iran, hours after President Donald Trump accused Tehran of a 'foolish violation' of the ceasefire agreement following a drone attack on a commercial cargo ship transiting through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Times of India · Jun 26

Israel orders troops to prepare for 'extended stay' in Lebanon

Israel's defence minister said on Saturday that Israeli forces had been instructed to prepare for an "extended stay" in Lebanon. Earlier, the Israeli military carried out an air strike in the Nabatiyeh area of southern Lebanon, a day after the United States announced a framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon.…

France 24 · Jun 26

Trump Accuses Iran of 'Foolish Violation' of Ceasefire After Drone Strike on Cargo Ship in Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump on Friday accused Iran of committing what he called a "foolish violation" of a recently reached ceasefire agreement after Tehran allegedly launched four one-way attack drones at commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times · Jun 26

Hezbollah claims hits on Israel’s Iron Dome but videos show strikes on decoys

As the on-again, off-again fighting continues between Israel and Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed militia has revealed its deadly FPV drone fleet: small quadcopters equipped with light explosives. Analysis of videos of the attacks suggests the Israeli army has turned to a Second World War-era trick to counter Hezbollah’s FPVs: decoys.

France 24 · Jun 26

Russian hawks urge Putin to escalate war, drop US talks as Ukraine strikes deep

Amidst escalating Ukrainian drone attacks, Russian hardliners are pressuring President Putin to abandon diplomacy and intensify the conflict. Calls for drastic measures, including nuclear weapons use and targeting European drone factories, have grown louder. While the Kremlin has resisted these extreme demands, recent strikes have heightened tensions and fueled a…

The Economic Times · Jun 26

Drone startup Elroy Air to list on Nasdaq via $1 billion SPAC deal

Cargo drone startup Elroy Air is set to go public in the US through a $1 billion merger with blank-check firm Columbus Circle Capital Corp II. This strategic move, expected to yield at least $165 million, will fuel Elroy Air's development of autonomous heavy-cargo drones for defence and logistics.

The Economic Times · Jun 26

Russia-controlled Crimea declares emergency after one of Ukraine's biggest drone attacks

"A decision has been made... to sign decrees declaring a regional-level emergency situation in the Republic of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol," Aksyonov wrote on Telegram. The declaration followed what appeared to be one of Ukraine's largest drone attacks on Russian territory and occupied Crimea since the start of…

The Times of India · Jun 26

Taiwan opposition stalls government's $6.6 billion drone bill

Taiwan's parliament, controlled by the opposition, has blocked a $6.6 billion government plan for domestically produced drones crucial for island defense against China. Lawmakers from the KMT and TPP are demanding their own proposals, citing concerns over the current bill's structure and past objections.

The Economic Times · Jun 26

Ukraine launches one of its biggest drone attacks on Russia and Crimea

The Russian Defense Ministry says it intercepted 660 Ukrainian drones overnight

The Independent UK · Jun 26

South Korea to train half a million military personnel to become ‘drone warriors’

All branches of the military will be taught how to use technology that has become a ‘game changer on the battlefield’, says defence minister

The Guardian - AU · Jun 26