Ukraine launches major new attack on Russian tankers in Sea of Azov IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 13
Leaders give press conference after ‘coalition of the willing’ meeting in Paris – as it happened French president Emmanuel Macron has been hosting leaders amid hopes that Ukraine’s recent advances could force Putin towards negotiations The Guardian - UK · Jul 13
Cheap drones expose energy as global economy's weak spot LONDON - Cheap, mass-produced drones have transformed modern warfare, exposing critical energy infrastructure as an Achilles' heel for modern economies. Bangkok Post · Jul 13
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv hit in fresh wave of Russian attacks after Putin vows ‘powerful’ response Attacks come as Zelensky and allies vow to use war-tested Kyiv's defence to protect Europe against Russian ballistic missiles The Independent UK · Jul 13
Ukraine war briefing: Three killed in Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 13
🔴Follow live: Macron speaks as Ukraine’s ‘Coalition of the Willing’ meeting ends in Paris Ukraine has ordered 16 Rafale fighter jets, an initial batch of new-generation SAMP/T surface-to-air defence batteries, and licences for the production of several capabilities, including the Scalp cruise missile, French President Emmanuel Macron said Monday after a meeting of more than 20 "Coalition of the Willing" leaders in Paris. France 24 · Jul 13
What happened in Lindsey Graham's final hours? Trump call, Ukraine trip, cardiac emergency and sudden death at 71 Veteran South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham has died at the age of 71 after what his office described as a "brief and sudden illness." Graham passed away on Saturday night, just a day after returning from an official trip to Ukraine, where he had met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and… The Times of India · Jul 13
Newsletter: Settlement trade showdown looms Good morning. I’m Mared Gwyn writing on another stifling day in Brussels. The political agenda is also hot – today we preview a clash on Israeli settlement trade, a push for further sanctions on Russia, and an expected reshuffle in Ukraine’s government. Euronews · Jul 13
Ukrainian drone strikes kill at least 3, wound 5 in Moscow region Drone attacks killed at least three people and injured five others in the Moscow region, governor Andrey Vorobyov said on Telegram Monday. Ukraine has been intensifying its strikes on Russia's energy targets in response to Moscow's barrages. France 24 · Jul 13
Wheat soars as Ukraine attacks on Russia seen as export risk While it’s not yet known if Russia’s grain flows were impacted, prices for wheat gained as much as 4.8%, the most since mid-May. The Economic Times · Jul 13
Allies to muster more air defence aid for Ukraine as battlefield momentum shifts Western allies will meet in Paris to secure more air-defence commitments for Ukraine. Ukraine faces increasing exposure to Russian ballistic missiles and needs faster weapon supplies. Leaders will discuss anti-ballistic missile cooperation and potential joint production initiatives. They will also consider ways to crimp Russia's revenue sources and its oil… The Economic Times · Jul 13
NATO's Ankara Summit was more of a warning than an escape NATO's recent summit focused on maintaining American commitment to collective defense. Donald Trump's unpredictable stance created significant uncertainty for alliance leaders. European nations are increasing defense spending to build independent deterrence capabilities. Russia's military is expected to emerge stronger and more sophisticated after the Ukraine conflict. NATO planners must prepare… The Economic Times · Jul 13
Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy replaces PM and flags law enforcement overhaul Yulia Svyrydenko steps down, possibly to become US ambassador, amid reshuffle; Ukrainian strikes cripple Russian shipping in Azov sea. What we know on day 1,601 The Guardian - AU · Jul 13
Keir Starmer enters final week as PM with diplomatic blitz in Paris The Prime Minister will join allies of Ukraine for a meeting of the ‘coalition of the willing’. Evening Standard · Jul 12
The Guardian - US · Jul 12 Lindsey Graham tributes from Israel and Ukraine point to complicated, often bloody legacy Republican senator, who died Saturday, had a global reach few could rival and was vital in shaping Trump’s worldview
International Business Times UK · Jul 12 Putin Will Wage War 'As Long as He Is Alive', Says Moscow Based Analyst Vladimir Putin remains committed to the Ukraine invasion, viewing it as his life's work, despite mounting Russian losses and recruitment challenges, according to a Moscow-based defence analyst.
Benzinga · Jul 12 Trump Says He Spoke With Sen. Lindsey Graham Shortly Before His Sudden Death, Says He ‘Sounded a Little Tired’: Report President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he spoke with Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) shortly before the South Carolina Republican died on Saturday, describing a final call that came after Graham returned from Ukraine and was focused on legislative work.
The Independent UK · Jul 12 Lindsey Graham’s most consequential moments after staunch Trump ally and war hawk dies at 71 Graham morphed from an affable bipartisan dealmaker to a hardcore partisan warrior and advocate for President Donald Trump
International Business Times UK · Jul 12 Did Russia Kill Lindsey Graham? Russian Opposition Figure Claims Kremlin Intelligence Assassinated US Senator Senator Lindsey Graham's sudden death has sparked unverified claims of Kremlin involvement, despite no evidence. The speculation is fuelled by Graham's history of hostility towards Moscow.
TechRadar · Jul 12 US bought 2000 F-Drones F10 attack UAVs from Ukraine as the Pentagon moves to the next phase of the billion-dollar 'drone dominance' program, with the legacy US military-industrial complex cautiously looking Ukraine exported 2,000 F10 attack drones to the United States after securing approval through its existing export control framework and Pentagon contract.
International Business Times UK · Jul 12 Lindsey Graham Death Update: Trump Reveals Late Senator 'Sounded a Little Tired' in Final Call Hours Before Dying Senator Lindsey Graham passed away at 71 after a final call with Trump. Tributes pour in from global leaders, highlighting his dedication and impact.
International Business Times UK · Jul 12 Russian Missiles Target Kyiv Drone Factory Hours After Lindsey Graham's Visit A Ukrainian drone factory in Kyiv was destroyed by Russian missiles days after US Senator Lindsey Graham toured the site. Here's what we know about the strike and its implications.
France 24 · Jul 12 Evolution or revolution: Assessing the global challenges of modern warfare The rapid pace of technological advances in drone warfare, increasingly driven by artificial intelligence in Ukraine and elsewhere, has fundamentally changed the nature of conflict. But just how radical is that transformation: is it an evolution or a revolution in warfare?
International Business Times UK · Jul 12 How Did Lindsey Graham Die? Cause of Death and Inside Senator's Final Hours Before His Shocking Demise Senator Lindsey Graham died at 71 after experiencing chest pain and cardiac arrest following a diplomatic visit to Ukraine, highlighting his enduring commitment to foreign policy until his final hours.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 12 Lindsey Graham obituary Long-serving South Carolina Republican senator who was an ally of Donald Trump and an ardent supporter of Ukraine