Overnight drone attacks, attributed to Iranian-allied Iraqi militias, targeted several military bases, including Ain al-Asad, causing significant damage to radar systems. These attacks, likely a response to potential US involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict, targeted bases under Iraqi military control, though US personnel are stationed at Ain al-Asad. Despite the damage, no US or Iraqi personnel were injured. With a fragile ceasefire emerging, there’s growing fear that such actions could destabilize the peace process in Iraq, especially given prior warnings from militia contacts.
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Reports of drone attack near Baghdad airport at Victory Base have started to surface, and it seems like we’re wading into some complicated territory. The initial details are still emerging, but the core of the issue revolves around an unmanned aircraft targeting an outpost at Taji military base, located in northern Baghdad. Thankfully, according to the Commander of Baghdad Operations, Lieutenant General Walid Al-Tamimi, there were no reported casualties from this incident.
Now, here’s where things get interesting, and where the confusion, and perhaps, the potential for escalation, starts to brew. The first thing that pops into mind is the recent, and let’s be honest, incredibly short-lived ceasefire between Israel and Iran.… Continue reading
Russia launched a massive overnight drone attack on Ukraine, using nearly 500 drones and 20 missiles, primarily targeting central and western regions. Ukrainian air defenses reportedly intercepted the majority of these projectiles, with minimal reported casualties. This escalation coincides with renewed Russian offensives in the east and northeast, alongside stalled peace talks yielding only limited prisoner exchanges. Despite ongoing conflict and disagreements over body transfers, both sides indicate a willingness to continue negotiations, though breakthroughs remain elusive.
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In an ABC News interview, President Zelensky confirmed that the Trump administration diverted 20,000 anti-drone missiles intended for Ukraine to the Middle East. This redirection, including specialized fuzes for advanced rocket systems, left Ukraine vulnerable to escalating Russian drone attacks, including a record 472 drones launched in a single night. The plan, agreed upon with former Secretary Austin and initiated under President Biden, was deemed an “urgent issue” by current Secretary Hegseth. This diversion occurred amidst Trump’s halting of new military aid to Ukraine and his skepticism regarding continued assistance.
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Ukraine deliberately blindsided Trump before the massive drone attack on Russia, and for good reason. The decision to exclude him from the pre-attack briefing wasn’t a simple oversight; it was a calculated move born from a deep-seated lack of trust. The prevailing sentiment is that sharing crucial military intelligence with Trump would be akin to handing it directly to Putin, given Trump’s well-documented affinity for the Russian president and his perceived pro-Russia stance.
This strategic decision wasn’t merely about avoiding a leak; it reflected a broader assessment of Trump’s trustworthiness. The perception is widespread that he’s easily manipulated, prone to revealing sensitive information, and potentially even acting as a Russian asset.… Continue reading
On the night of June 1-2, Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine, employing 80 Shahed drones, decoy drones, and four Iskander missiles (three ballistic, one cruise). The assault primarily targeted Kharkiv, Chernihiv, Donetsk, and Kherson oblasts, resulting in hits at 12 locations. Ukrainian air defenses successfully intercepted 52 aerial targets; 15 were directly destroyed, while 37 were lost from radar or neutralized via electronic warfare. The defense involved diverse units, including aircraft, anti-aircraft missiles, and electronic warfare systems.
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Ukraine’s Security Service (SSU) conducted a covert operation on June 1st, damaging approximately 40 Russian aircraft at multiple airfields. This operation, planned for over a year and a half, involved the clandestine deployment of drones concealed within mobile crates. According to Axios and CBS News sources, the US was not informed beforehand. The attacks preceded Ukraine-Russia negotiations scheduled for June 2nd in Istanbul.
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The Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) reported that its June 1st “Spider Web” drone operation inflicted approximately $7 billion in damages on Russian military infrastructure, neutralizing 34% of key cruise missile bombers. The operation, planned for over 18 months, utilized FPV drones deployed to four major Russian airbases, including targets over 4,000 kilometers from Ukraine. The attack damaged over 40 aircraft, notably Tu-95 and Tu-22M3 bombers capable of carrying numerous cruise missiles. The SBU vowed to continue its offensive against Russian forces across all domains.
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Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) launched a large-scale operation, utilizing drones, targeting over 40 Russian bombers at air bases deep within Russia. The attack reportedly damaged or destroyed aircraft including A-50s, Tu-95s, and Tu-22M3s, crucial for Russia’s war effort in Ukraine. Confirmed attacks occurred at Belaya air base (Irkutsk Oblast) and Olenya air base (Murmansk Oblast), although details remain scarce. While the SBU did not specify the drone types, unconfirmed reports suggest the use of long-range FPV drones.
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During the night of May 23-24, Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine, utilizing 14 Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missiles and 250 attack drones. Ukrainian forces successfully intercepted six ballistic missiles and 128 drones, while electronic warfare neutralized a further 117 drones. The assault targeted multiple regions, including Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, and Zaporizhzhia, causing widespread disruption. This large-scale attack demonstrates the ongoing intensity of the conflict.
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