A recent Russian missile strike targeted a Ukrainian training unit, resulting in casualties. The attack, claimed by the Russian Ministry of Defence, involved an Iskander ballistic missile and resulted in the deaths of three servicemen and 18 injuries, according to Ukrainian ground forces. This incident marks the third such attack on a Ukrainian training unit in recent months. Following the attack, the Ukrainian military announced an investigation into whether the actions of officials contributed to the deaths and injuries, while also reporting additional strikes on a regional military administration building and a humanitarian aid point.
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In a recent cyber operation, Ukraine’s military intelligence agency (HUR) uncovered further evidence of Russia’s mass abduction of Ukrainian children. Cyber specialists gained access to Russian occupation administration servers in Crimea, retrieving thousands of documents detailing the organized deportation of children from occupied territories. These documents include personal profiles, illegal guardianship appointments, and relocation records. HUR intends to use this data to support criminal investigations and facilitate the return of abducted children, a non-negotiable condition for future peace agreements.
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Following a powerful earthquake, the Klyuchevskoy volcano in Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula erupted Wednesday morning. Lava began flowing from the volcano, the largest active volcano in the northern hemisphere, with observers reporting explosions and streams of lava on its western slopes. Scientists had predicted the eruption, noting the crater’s filling with lava and ash plumes. The Kamchatka region, home to numerous active volcanoes, is known for its seismic activity.
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Russia is reportedly planning to spend approximately $1.1 trillion on rearmament over the next 11 years, indicating preparations for a large-scale war. This ambitious weapons program, the most significant since the Soviet Union’s collapse, involves mobilizing all sectors of Russian society to support the military buildup. Furthermore, Russia is establishing new military districts, aiming to reshape the global order, disrupt existing security, and expand its presence, particularly in Africa. Alongside these efforts, Moscow is employing hybrid operations, including cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns, to undermine democracies and impose its vision of a world order dominated by powerful states.
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Following an 8.8 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Russia, a tsunami warning has been issued for Hawaii. Warning sirens sounded at 3:23 p.m., with an estimated first wave arrival time of 7:17 p.m. HST. Emergency officials urge the public to determine if they are in an evacuation zone and to take urgent action to protect lives and property. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reported the earthquake occurred at 1:25 p.m. HST, leading to a tsunami watch at 1:33 p.m. and a subsequent warning at 2:43 p.m. HST.
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In December, India sent $1.4 million worth of the high-explosive HMX to Russia, with the shipments received by Russian defense companies such as Promsintez. These transactions occurred despite US warnings about potential sanctions for engaging with Russia’s military-industrial complex, as India has maintained trade relations with Russia despite Western sanctions. The shipments, which mark the first reported sale of HMX to Russia, were conducted by Ideal Detonators Private Limited, and included consignments to Promsintez and High Technology Initiation Systems. While the US has expressed concern and cautioned allies, it has yet to impose sanctions, due to its strategic partnership with India.
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Overnight, Russian strikes utilizing glide bombs and missiles targeted both a prison and medical facilities in Ukraine, resulting in at least 27 fatalities across the country. In response to these attacks, U.S. President Donald Trump shortened his deadline for Russia to end the killing, threatening sanctions and tariffs if it does not comply within ten days. Despite Trump’s warnings, the Kremlin has indicated that it will continue to pursue its goals in Ukraine. Simultaneously, Ukraine launched long-range drones targeting Russian infrastructure, including an attack on a railway station in the Rostov region.
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Polish authorities have detained 32 individuals suspected of coordinating with Russia to carry out acts of sabotage. The group includes a Pole, Russians, Ukrainians, Belarusians, and a Colombian man. The Colombian man is accused of arson attacks in Poland last year at Russia’s direction, potentially facing up to life in prison. One person has been convicted, with the others awaiting trial, but details regarding the alleged sabotage remain undisclosed.
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Aeroflot, the Russian airline, suffered a significant cyberattack resulting in widespread disruptions, flight cancellations, and substantial financial losses. According to analysts, the total losses could reach up to US$50 million, accounting for recovery costs, halted sales, and reputational damage. The attack, launched by hacker groups Silent Crow and Cyber Partisans BY, targeted Aeroflot’s IT infrastructure, leading to the destruction of thousands of servers. Recovery efforts are expected to be lengthy, potentially taking up to a year, and have already resulted in a decline in Aerofot shares.
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