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Ukrainian drone strike ignites Russian oil refinery as Putin admits "difficult period"
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Ukrainian drone strike ignites Russian oil refinery as Putin admits "difficult period"

Debris from downed Ukrainian drones sparked a fire at a major Russian oil refinery on Sunday, according to local authorities. Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged that his country is going through a "difficult period". Ukraine has stepped up long-range drone attacks on Russian military and energy infrastructure in recent months, squeezing Moscow's fuel supplies and military logistics.

Are Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian refineries an effective war strategy?

France 24 · 14min ago · Source ↗
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Ukrainian MP: Russian Attacks on Thermal Power Plants Almost Impossible to Defend Against
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Ukrainian MP: Russian Attacks on Thermal Power Plants Almost Impossible to Defend Against

Ukrainian MP Serhiy Nahorniak warned that Russian strikes on thermal power plants pose the greatest threat to Ukraine, especially in winter, risking widespread power outages for civilians. He called on world leaders to increase supplies of Patriot missiles to better protect the country's critical energy infrastructure.

Should Western countries increase Patriot missile supplies to Ukraine?

Interia Fakty · 47min ago · Source ↗
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Ukraine disabled Belarusian infrastructure aiding Russian attacks after ultimatum
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Ukraine disabled Belarusian infrastructure aiding Russian attacks after ultimatum

Kyiv issued Minsk an ultimatum: shut down equipment aiding Russian strikes or Ukraine would do it unilaterally. President Zelensky subsequently announced the infrastructure had gone offline. Lukashenko has remained silent, leaving analysts questioning what the development signals about Belarus's role in the war.

Should Belarus face consequences for aiding Russian attacks on Ukraine?

Wirtualna Polska · 1h ago · Source ↗
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Iran strikes Bahrain and Kuwait hosting US bases after US attacks on Iran
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Iran strikes Bahrain and Kuwait hosting US bases after US attacks on Iran

Iran launched missiles and drones at Bahrain and Kuwait — both of which host US military bases — hours after the United States struck multiple targets across Iran. The ceasefire between Tehran and Washington appears increasingly fragile. Escalating tensions centre on efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route.

Should the US respond militarily to Iran's strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait?

France 24 · 1h ago · Source ↗
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Putin Promises Security as Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refineries and Weapons Factories
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Putin Promises Security as Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refineries and Weapons Factories

Vladimir Putin promised Russian citizens security while condemning Ukrainian "terrorist attacks" on Russian territory and infrastructure. In recent weeks, Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries and weapons factories have caused massive disruption. The escalating attacks signal a new phase in the ongoing conflict.

Are Ukraine's strikes on Russian infrastructure an effective war strategy?

DW News · 2h ago · Source ↗
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Military helicopters over Warsaw part of planned exercises, army confirms
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Military helicopters over Warsaw part of planned exercises, army confirms

Military helicopters spotted flying over Warsaw drew attention and concern from residents. The Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces issued a statement clarifying that the flights are connected to planned military exercises. No further details about the type or duration of the exercises were provided.

Should the military inform city residents in advance about helicopter flights overhead?

Gazeta.pl · 2h ago · Source ↗
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US-Iran Attacks and Counterattacks Escalate Strait of Hormuz Standoff
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US-Iran Attacks and Counterattacks Escalate Strait of Hormuz Standoff

The United States and Iran have exchanged rounds of attacks and counterattacks in the Strait of Hormuz region, dashing hopes for a quick return to stability in the Middle East. The escalating standoff threatens freedom of navigation through one of the world's most critical oil shipping lanes.

Should the US escalate military action against Iran?

NYT World · 2h ago · Source ↗
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UK could spend 5% of GDP on defence but will wait until forced
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UK could spend 5% of GDP on defence but will wait until forced

A commentator argues that the UK can currently afford to raise defence spending to 5% of GDP. However, British history suggests the country typically delays such investment until a threat becomes impossible to ignore. The author concludes that London has not learned the lessons of the past.

Should the UK raise defence spending to 5% of GDP right now?

Onet Wiadomości · 2h ago · Source ↗
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UK defence plan: drones over destroyers and at least £1bn extra spending
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UK defence plan: drones over destroyers and at least £1bn extra spending

Britain's new Defence Investment Plan (DIP), due to be published next week, will prioritise drones over new destroyers and frigates and increase the defence budget by at least £1 billion, according to The Sunday Times. The shift reflects a broader push to modernise the UK armed forces with unmanned systems rather than traditional warships.

Should the UK invest in drones rather than new warships?

Defence24 · 3h ago · Source ↗
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IRGC Doubles Down After Hormuz Strikes as Iranian Markets Tumble
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IRGC Doubles Down After Hormuz Strikes as Iranian Markets Tumble

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is hardening its position after two nights of military clashes over transit through the Strait of Hormuz, putting the Iran-US memorandum of understanding at risk. The strikes on the critical shipping lane triggered sharp declines on Iranian financial markets. Geopolitical tensions in the region remain high.

Should Iran ease Hormuz restrictions in exchange for a deal with the US?

Al Jazeera · 3h ago · Source ↗
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Ukraine hits two Russian oil refineries in drone strikes, killing at least 2
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Ukraine hits two Russian oil refineries in drone strikes, killing at least 2

Ukraine attacked at least two Russian oil refineries in drone strikes, Russian authorities confirmed at least two deaths. The strikes are part of Ukraine's ongoing campaign to target Russia's energy infrastructure and degrade its war-making capacity.

Should Ukraine continue targeting Russian energy infrastructure?

Al Jazeera · 3h ago · Source ↗
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Poland to Sign Contract for Three Swedish A26 Submarines Under Orka Programme
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Poland to Sign Contract for Three Swedish A26 Submarines Under Orka Programme

Poland is set to sign a contract on Monday for the purchase of three Swedish A26 submarines under the Orka programme. For the first time in a Polish arms procurement, significant emphasis has been placed on industrial cooperation and technology transfer. Analysts suggest this may be one of the last major defence procurement deals of the decade.

Is buying Swedish A26 submarines the right choice for Poland's navy?

Rzeczpospolita · 4h ago · Source ↗
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Battle for el-Obeid exposes foreign arms and blocked peace talks in Sudan
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Battle for el-Obeid exposes foreign arms and blocked peace talks in Sudan

The battle for el-Obeid in Sudan is revealing the extent of foreign arms supplies to both warring sides and the polarised narratives that are stalling any peace process. Generals on both sides are blocking negotiations while the city burns. Sudan's war grinds on despite diplomatic efforts to broker a ceasefire.

Should the international community impose an arms embargo on Sudan?

Al Jazeera · 4h ago · Source ↗
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Estonia receives IRIS-T SLM air defence system combat-tested in Ukraine
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Estonia receives IRIS-T SLM air defence system combat-tested in Ukraine

Estonia has taken delivery of its first IRIS-T SLM surface-to-air missile firing unit. The system has been successfully used in Ukraine, where it proved its effectiveness in combat conditions. The acquisition significantly strengthens Estonia's air defence capabilities.

Should Baltic states invest more rapidly in air defence systems?

Defence24 · 5h ago · Source ↗
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Intelligence warns Russia may stage military provocation in Poland or Baltics
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Intelligence warns Russia may stage military provocation in Poland or Baltics

Intelligence sources from two NATO eastern flank countries told the British newspaper The Guardian that the Kremlin may be planning a provocation in Poland or the Baltic states. The aim would be to test NATO's cohesion and unity. The warnings come amid the ongoing war in Ukraine and heightened Russian intelligence activity in the region.

Should NATO deploy more troops to Poland in response to these warnings?

Bankier.pl · 8h ago · Source ↗
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Ukrainian Drones Strike Two Russian Oil Refineries — Zelensky Confirms
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Ukrainian Drones Strike Two Russian Oil Refineries — Zelensky Confirms

Ukrainian drones struck an oil refinery in Slavyansk-on-Kuban in Russia's Krasnodar Krai, causing a fire, Ukrainian media reported on Sunday. A simultaneous strike on a refinery in the Yaroslavl region was also carried out. President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed both attacks.

Are strikes on Russian oil refineries an effective Ukrainian war strategy?

Defence24 · 8h ago · Source ↗