US and Israel strike Iran as Netanyahu says ‘many signs’ Khamenei ‘no longer alive’ Tehran carries out extensive retaliatory strikes on Israel and US air bases as region is plunged into fresh conflict The Guardian - UK · Feb 28
The US Air Force's latest X-plane looks like a missile — that shoots other missiles The U.S. military is developing a new experimental aircraft known as the X-68A and looks a lot like a cruise missile that is also capable of launching its own missiles. Space · Feb 27
German ‘DroneHammer’ offers low-cost defence against drones German firm Skylance unveiled its low-cost "DroneHammer" anti-drone missile as Berlin moves to expand Bundeswehr powers under a reformed Aviation Security Act. Euronews · Feb 27
‘A living, moving exhibition’: Ukraine Museum opens in Berlin air-raid bunker Exhibits pay homage to Ukrainians’ resilience and bring home the reality that war is going on in Europe The Guardian - UK · Feb 27
US-Iran nuclear talks resume in Geneva amid missile and war threats Trump has pushed to halt Iran's enrichment of uranium entirely, as well as address Tehran's ballistic missile programme and its support of militant groups in the region. Iran has maintained that the talks must remain focused only on nuclear issues. Euronews · Feb 26
Air defence 'Made in Europe': Is the alternative to Patriot coming from Germany? Germany is expanding its IRIS-T air defence system. Could the new SLM/X variant be Europe's answer to the US Patriot system? Euronews · Feb 26
'Listening to your voice': CIA makes public appeal to Iranians in Farsi for 'secure contact' The CIA is actively seeking Iranian contacts, releasing Farsi instructions on social media for secure communication. Prospective sources are urged to use disposable devices and secure networks, avoiding work computers. This outreach coincides with upcoming indirect US-Iran talks in Switzerland aimed at de-escalating tensions, though President Trump maintains a hard… The Times of India · Feb 26
'Attack will bring strong response': Iran pushes back against Trump a day before Geneva talks; tensions high Iran has strongly refuted US President Trump's accusations of rebuilding nuclear and missile capabilities, calling them "big lies." Ahead of crucial talks in Geneva, Iranian officials stated that "honourable diplomacy" could lead to success, but warned against confrontation. Tehran insists its dignity and mutual interests must be respected during negotiations. The Times of India · Feb 25
Iran Nears Deal With China to Acquire Advanced Supersonic Anti-Ship Missiles Amid Rising Tensions Iran is reportedly close to finalising a deal with China to purchase advanced anti-ship cruise missiles, according to six sources familiar with the negotiations, as the United States deploys significant naval forces near the Iranian coast amid escalating regional tensions. Whats Hot · Feb 24
Middle East on edge: Iran to buy Chinese anti-ship cruise missiles amid Trump’s strike threat Iran is reportedly close to finalizing a deal with China for advanced CM-302 supersonic anti-ship missiles, a move that could significantly bolster its naval defense capabilities. The potential transfer comes amid heightened US naval presence and escalating tensions in the region, potentially complicating American efforts to curb Iran's military programs. The Times of India · Feb 24
'Unguided missile': fatal crash doctor learns sentence An obstetrician who was drunk and enraged when he crashed his supercharged car at 116km/h on a suburban street, killing a woman, has been sentenced to jail. AAP · Feb 24
Cuba has survived 66 years of US-led embargoes. Will Trump’s blockade break it now? After toppling Venezuela’s leader earlier this year, the Trump administration has turned its sights on Cuba. The near-total blockade of the island is now posing the greatest challenge to the government since the Cuban missile crisis in 1962. The Conversation · Feb 24
Russia fires scores of missiles at Ukraine as Hungary threatens to block EU sanctions ‘Moscow continues to invest in strikes more than diplomacy,’ says Zelenskyy, as logistics and energy facilities targeted The Guardian - UK · Feb 22
The Times of India · Feb 22 Nearly 300 drones, 50 missiles: Russia unleashes massive overnight assault on Ukraine, energy sites hit Russia unleashed a massive overnight missile and drone assault across Ukraine, claiming one life in the Kyiv region and damaging southern energy infrastructure. Ukrainian forces reported intercepting a significant portion of the incoming projectiles. Meanwhile, a separate explosion in Lviv resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries, with authorities stating…
The Times of India · Feb 22 Bombs, assassination and protests: How Khamenei is preparing for war against US Sirens have not sounded, and no missiles have yet been fired. But inside Tehran’s corridors of power, Iran is behaving as if war with the United States is no longer a distant possibility but an approaching reality. Senior commanders are on heightened alert, missile units are being repositioned, and security…
The Times of India · Feb 21 Ukraine strikes Russia: 11 injured as Kyiv targets Moscow's industrial site and gas processing plant Ukraine launched drone and missile strikes deep inside Russia, targeting an industrial site in Udmurtia producing ballistic missiles and a gas processing plant in Samara. The Votkinsk facility reported injuries and damage, while Russian airports temporarily suspended operations. This follows stalled peace talks and continued Russian drone attacks on Ukrainian…
The Independent UK · Feb 21 Ukraine strikes a key industrial site deep inside Russia Ukrainian drones have hit an industrial facility deep inside Russia, which a Russian news report identified as a major missile factory
The Conversation · Feb 19 Last nuclear weapons limits expired – pushing world toward new arms race For the first time in more than half a century, there are no binding restraints on the buildup of the largest nuclear forces on Earth. The New START treaty expired on Feb. 5, 2026, ending the last agreed limits on U.S. and Russian nuclear forces.
The Conversation · Feb 19 Russia tested NATO’s airspace 18 times in 2025 alone – a 200% surge that signals a dangerous shift Russian aircraft, drones and missiles have violated NATO airspace dozens of times since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022.
The Times of India · Feb 19 The first world leader to activate the ‘nuclear briefcase’: How a Norwegian research rocket nearly triggered nuclear war A routine scientific rocket launch from Norway in January 1995 triggered one of the most serious nuclear alerts of the post Cold War era, as reported by the BBC. For several tense minutes, Russian military systems identified the object as a possible incoming missile. The alert reached the highest level…
The Times of India · Feb 19 Fortified tunnels, repaired missile sites: Is Iran preparing for US strike? What satellite images show Satellite imagery from Iran shows that the Khamenei-regime is accelerating efforts to fortify key nuclear and missile sites, as the United States ramps up its military presence in the region and warns that time for diplomacy is running out.
The Independent UK · Feb 19 Ukraine-Russia war latest: Over 1,000 Kenyans to fight in Putin’s war as EU says Kremlin not ready for peace At least one Kenyan has died on Ukraine war frontline
The Independent UK · Feb 19 North Korean leader deploys 50 new rocket launchers ahead of major party congress North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un held a ceremony to unveil the deployment of 50 new launch vehicles for nuclear-capable short-range missiles threatening rival South Korea as he flaunted his expanding military capabilities ahead of a major ruling party congress
The Times of India · Feb 18 US, Israel could launch major military operation against Iran 'very soon': Report Tensions escalate as US officials warn of a massive, weeks-long military operation against Iran, potentially alongside Israel, targeting its nuclear and missile programs. Diplomatic talks are ongoing but face significant hurdles, with a 90% chance of kinetic action predicted by some advisors. Israel also prepares for imminent conflict.