A devastating Russian drone strike in the Sumy region of Ukraine resulted in the deaths of an entire family, including two young children. Local officials reported the residential building in Chernechchyna was deliberately targeted. While Ukraine’s air force shot down a majority of the attacking drones, several still struck their intended targets. The attack comes amidst intensified Russian aerial assaults and ongoing Ukrainian appeals for advanced air defense weaponry and long-range missiles from Western allies, along with a recent €2 billion drone funding agreement from the European Union.
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A recently revealed covert operation, authorized by Donald Trump, involved Navy SEALs infiltrating North Korea to install surveillance equipment aimed at intercepting Kim Jong Un’s communications. During this mission, the SEALs, believing a small boat contained North Korean security forces, fired upon it, resulting in the deaths of two or three civilians who were fishing. The SEALs then attempted to conceal the incident, and military investigations later deemed the operation justified, classifying the findings and keeping them from the public. Furthermore, legal experts have suggested that the Trump administration may have violated federal law by failing to notify relevant congressional committees about the mission.
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A recent U.S. military strike on a boat in the Caribbean, resulting in the deaths of 11 people, has sparked controversy and raised concerns regarding its legality. High-ranking officials and legal experts have deemed the attack a potential violation of international law, citing the lack of legal justification for using military force against civilians, even if they are suspected of criminal activity. The Trump administration’s actions, including designating certain groups as “narcoterrorists” and firing top military lawyers, have been seen as paving the way for such actions. Despite claims of self-defense and defense of national interests, critics argue that the strike lacked proper authorization and could escalate conflicts in the region.
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US commandos killed North Korean civilians in botched 2019 mission, the *New York Times* reports. This is the crux of a story that’s, frankly, pretty disturbing. According to the *Times*, a U.S. Navy SEAL team on a clandestine mission in North Korea encountered a small fishing vessel. The civilians aboard, seemingly harvesting shellfish, were in the wrong place at the wrong time. The American forces opened fire, resulting in the deaths of everyone on the boat. The article, I must add, doesn’t specify the exact number of casualties, which feels like it only adds to the gravity of the situation.
Following this incident, a classified Pentagon review determined the killings were justified under the rules of engagement.… Continue reading
A Russian missile and drone attack on Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, on April 4th resulted in 19 deaths, including nine children, and 68 injuries. European officials, including ministers from the Netherlands, Estonia, Czech Republic, and Lithuania, strongly condemned the attack, highlighting its brutality and targeting of civilians. The attack, which caused significant damage to residential areas, was denounced as inhumane and a demonstration of Russia’s disregard for peace. Kryvyi Rih, President Zelenskyy’s hometown, continues to be a frequent target of Russian aggression.
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