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Drones sideline tanks as Ukraine war enters new phase of high-tech combat
Small but deadly "first-person-view" drones now dominate the skies above Ukraine's battlefields, making it extremely risky for armored vehicles to move.
Russia investigates Telegram founder as part of case on 'facilitation of terrorist activities'
Putin has 'already started' World War III, Zelensky claims in BBC interview
Iran signs €500 million arms deal with Russia for advanced shoulder-fired missiles - FT
EU imposes sanctions on eight individuals suspected of committing human rights violations in Russia
The sanctioned people include Aleksei Vasilyevich Valizer, head of a penal colony, and Anton Vladimirovisch Rychar, head of a pre-trial detention center.
Seven bodies recovered after Chinese tour bus falls through frozen Lake Baikal in Siberia
The ministry said rescuers had conducted an inspection of the scene using an underwater camera and that diving operations were planned.
Police officer killed, 24 people injured after explosive devices were detonated in western Ukraine
It was also announced that Russia attacked Ukraine with dozens of strike drones, ballistic and cruise missiles, focusing on energy infrastructure, as said by Ukrainian military and local officials.
'There is a future': How Finland’s 850 Jews survive and thrive in the Diaspora
DIASPORA AFFAIRS: Despite their small numbers, Finland's Jewish community has managed to thrive even as anti-Zionism rises.
Five European military powers plan drone defense program amid concerns of US commitment to NATO
They are meeting as European leaders work to boost defense capabilities amid increased European doubts about Washington's commitment to protect the continent through the NATO alliance.
European intelligence chiefs skeptical of Ukraine-Russia peace deal this year despite US assurance
The talks, the latest round of which took place in Geneva this week, are "negotiation theater," one European intelligence chief said.
Russia steps up campaign against Telegram with allegations against its founder
Telegram has responded, accusing Russian authorities of using false pretexts to cripple its operations and promote a new state-owned messenger called MAX.
A new nuclear era is taking shape and markets are repricing risk - opinion
As nuclear restraint collapses, a new arms race is erupting and it's reshaping global security and investment reality
Russia says it's seeing unprecedented escalation of tensions between US and Iran
Lavrov warns that any new US strike on Iran could have serious consequences, urging restraint and diplomacy amid rising tensions and ongoing talks to resolve the nuclear standoff.
Ukraine dissatisfied with 'difficult' peace talks, US sees 'meaningful progress'
Two days of peace talks between Ukraine and Russia ended at a standstill. However, the delegations said they would meet again soon amidst mounting pressure from US President Donald Trump.
