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Zelenskyy calls for global action, stronger sanctions as Russia deploys 93 missiles and 200 drones in latest attack

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has issued a powerful call for global action in response to one of the most devastating Russian assaults in recent months. In the latest attack, he said Russia launched 93 missiles, including at least one North Korean missile, and deployed nearly 200 drones targeting Ukraine’s critical energy infrastructure. Despite Ukraine's defense shooting down 81 of these …

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Russia targets Ukrainian infrastructure with a massive attack of cruise missiles and drones

Deccan Chronicle

Kyiv: Russia launched a massive aerial attack against Ukraine on Friday, firing 93 missiles and almost 200 drones, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, describing it as one of the heaviest bombardments of the country's energy sector since Russia's full-scale invasion almost three years ago. In Moscow, the Defense Ministry said the Russian military used long-range precision missiles and drones on …

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

The risks of ballistic missile use in Ukraine and West Asia

Firstpost

Till now the nuclear threat was being used politically, but now we are getting closer to its military use A Yars intercontinental ballistic missile being launched from an air field during military drills in Russia. File image/AP President Vladimir Putin confirmed that among rising tensions created by the US and UK clearing their supplied missiles for long-range strikes into Russia, …

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How DRDO’s successful hypersonic missile test will boost India’s deterrence capability

Firstpost

This test marks an important milestone in India’s strategic deterrence capabilities, and now India is among a select group of nations, which includes the United States, Russia, and China The Defence Research and Development Organisation on November 16, 2024, conducted a successful flight test of a long-range hypersonic missile from the APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the Odisha coast. Hypersonic …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Israel's strikes on Iran spark interest in air-launched ballistic missiles

Hindustan Times

By Gerry Doyle Israel's strikes on Iran spark interest in air-launched ballistic missiles -Israel's effective use of air-launched ballistic missiles in its airstrikes against Iran is expected to pique interest elsewhere in acquiring the weapons, which most major powers have avoided in favour of cruise missiles and glide bombs. Cruise missiles are easier targets for dense, integrated air defences than …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Cyber attacks, assassinations and the NUCLEAR option: All the ways Israel can now strike back at Iran - as the world holds its breath...

Daily Mail

Iran's launch of nearly 200 ballistic missiles into the very heart of Israel on Tuesday has brought the conflict in the Middle East to boiling point. Impotent in attack – failing to land its missiles on Tel Aviv for a second time, thanks to Israel's incomparable 'Iron Dome' air defense system – Iran is also weak in defense, unable to …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Israel-Iran news: CNN gets a rare look at the Iranian missiles and drones that hit Israel

CNN

Editor’s Note: A version of this story appears in CNN’s Meanwhile in the Middle East newsletter, a three-times-a-week look inside the region’s biggest stories. Tehran CNN — “You have to ask the Israelis,” Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Brigadier General Ali Belali says with a smirk when asked how many ballistic missiles the Islamic Republic fired towards Israel in its April …

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8 months ago

North Korea tests cruise missile with ‘super-large warhead’

Hindustan Times

North Korea has tested a "super-large warhead" designed for a strategic cruise missile, state media said Saturday, the most recent test since UN sanctions monitoring against the nuclear-armed nation was upended last month by Russia. In this photo provided Saturday by the North Korean government, a missile that the state media call "Hwasal-1 Ra-3 strategic cruise missile", is launched from …

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8 months, 1 week ago

Israel's war cabinet considers whether to 'go big' against Iran - despite WW3 fears: Ministers discuss airstrikes and pressure Netanyahu to launch 'crushing attack' despite fears of 'catastrophic esca

Daily Mail

Israel is considering whether to 'go big' in its retaliation against Iran despite fears of an all-out conflict in the Middle East, according to reports, after the Islamic republic launched hundreds of missiles at the Jewish State over the weekend. Israel described Iran's 350-missile attack on the nation as a 'declaration of war' The country confirmed their plans for 'offensive …

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8 months, 1 week ago

Israel describes Iran's 350-missile attack as a 'declaration of war' and vows more 'offensive and defensive action' as G7 leaders including Rishi Sunak 'stand ready to take further measures' - but the

Daily Mail

Israel has described Iran's unprecedented 350-missile attack as a 'declaration of war' and confirmed it has approved plans for 'offensive and defensive action'. At a press conference on Sunday evening, IDF Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said Iran's plan had 'failed' A G7 meeting took place this afternoon as leaders condemned Iran's air attack on Israel 'in the strongest terms' Drones …

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8 months, 1 week ago

Israel claims 99 per cent of drones, missiles launched by Iran intercepted I VIDEO

India TV News

Jerusalem: Booms and air raid sirens sounded across Israel early Sunday after Iran launched hundreds of drones, ballistic missiles and cruise missiles in an unprecedented revenge mission that pushed the Middle East closer to a regionwide war. Calling the outcome “a very significant strategic success,” Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari said Iran fired 170 drones, more than 30 cruise missiles and …

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8 months, 1 week ago

Israel hails ‘success’ in blocking Iran’s unprecedented attack; Biden seeks diplomatic response

LA Times

Israel on Sunday hailed its air defenses in the face of an unprecedented attack by Iran, saying the systems thwarted 99% of the more than 300 drones and missiles launched toward its territory. President Biden convened a meeting of the Group of 7 advanced democracies “to coordinate a united diplomatic response.” The participants unanimously condemned the attack and said they …

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8 months, 1 week ago

Israel says Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles, 99% of which were intercepted

Associated Press

Follow AP’s live updates on Iran’s attack against Israel. Condemnation from the United Nations chief and others was swift, with France saying Iran “is risking a potential military escalation,” Britain calling the attack “reckless” and Germany saying Iran and its proxies “must stop it immediately.” Hagari said the vast majority of the intercepts came outside Israel’s borders, including 10 cruise …

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9 months ago

Poland demands explanation from Russia after a missile enters its airspace during attack on Ukraine

Associated Press

KYIV, Ukraine — Poland demanded an explanation from Russia on Sunday after one of its missiles strayed briefly into Polish airspace during a major missile attack on Ukraine, prompting the NATO member to activate F-16 fighter jets. Armed Forces Operational Command of Poland, a member of NATO, said in a statement that there was a violation of Polish airspace at …

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9 months ago

Poland demands explanation from Russia after a missile enters its airspace

LA Times

A woman holds a sign during a protest Sunday in Kyiv, Ukraine, to demand the freedom of Ukrainians being held prisoner by Russia. Poland demanded an explanation from Russia on Sunday after one of its missiles strayed briefly into Polish airspace during a major missile attack on Ukraine, prompting the NATO member to activate F-16 fighter jets. Armed Forces Operational …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

South Korean, U.S. troops will begin major exercises next week in response to North Korean threats

The Hindu

South Korean and U.S. troops will begin their expanded annual military drills next week in response to North Korea’s evolving nuclear threats, the two countries said on February 28, a move that will likely enrage North Korea because it views its rivals’ joint training as an invasion rehearsal. Mr. Lee, the South Korean military spokesperson, said that the upcoming South …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

South Korean and US troops will begin major exercises next week in response to North Korean threats

Associated Press

SEOUL, South Korea — South Korean and U.S. troops will begin their expanded annual military drills next week in response to North Korea’s evolving nuclear threats, the two countries said Wednesday, a move that will likely enrage North Korea because it views its rivals’ joint training as an invasion rehearsal. Lee, the South Korean military spokesperson, said that the upcoming …

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10 months, 1 week ago

South Korea says North Korea has fired cruise missiles, adding to provocative run in weapons tests

Associated Press

SEOUL, South Korea — North Korea on Wednesday fired multiple cruise missiles into the sea in its fifth test of such weapons since January, South Korea’s military said, extending a streak in weapons demonstrations that’s elevating tensions in the region. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has also been issuing belligerent statements toward South Korea, including a declaration that he …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

Why Putin could be to blame for North Korea’s latest provocative weapons tests

The Independent

The alarming frequency with which North Korea has been testing missiles since the start of the year, with Kim Jong-un making a particular point of showing off the country’s naval firepower, has led observers to wonder if the launches signify the dawn of a new and sinister partnership involving Pyongyang and its ally Russia. Ahn Chan-il, a defector-turned-researcher who operates …

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10 months, 3 weeks ago

North Korea says it tested cruise missiles with ‘super-large’ warheads in its latest weapons display

Associated Press

SEOUL, South Korea — North Korea said it tested cruise missiles outfitted with new “super-large” warheads as well as a new type of anti-aircraft missile, extending a streak in weapons demonstrations that has rival South Korea worried. The report Saturday by North Korean state media came a day after South Korea’s military said it detected the North launching multiple cruise …

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10 months, 3 weeks ago

North Korea says it tested cruise missiles with 'super-large' warheads in its latest weapons display

The Independent

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10 months, 3 weeks ago

North Korea says it tested long-range cruise missiles to sharpen attack capabilities

Associated Press

SEOUL, South Korea — North Korea said Wednesday it conducted a test-firing of long-range cruise missiles with an aim to sharpen its counterattack and strategic strike capabilities, in its latest display of weapons threatening South Korea and Japan. The report by North Korean state media came a day after South Korea’s military detected the North firing multiple cruise missiles into …

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10 months, 3 weeks ago

North Korea says leader Kim supervised tests of cruise missiles designed to be fired from submarines

The Independent

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10 months, 3 weeks ago

North Korea says leader Kim supervised tests of cruise missiles designed to be fired from submarines

Associated Press

SEOUL, South Korea — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised test-firings of new cruise missiles designed to be launched from submarines and also reviewed efforts to build a nuclear-powered submarine while reiterating his goal of building a nuclear-armed navy to counter what he portrays as growing external threats, state media said Monday. The report came a day after South …

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Zelenskyy calls for global action, stronger sanctions as Russia deploys 93 missiles and 200 drones in latest attack

Russia targets Ukrainian infrastructure with a massive attack of cruise missiles and drones

The risks of ballistic missile use in Ukraine and West Asia

How DRDO’s successful hypersonic missile test will boost India’s deterrence capability

Israel's strikes on Iran spark interest in air-launched ballistic missiles

Cyber attacks, assassinations and the NUCLEAR option: All the ways Israel can now strike back at Iran - as the world holds its breath...

Israel-Iran news: CNN gets a rare look at the Iranian missiles and drones that hit Israel

North Korea tests cruise missile with ‘super-large warhead’

Israel's war cabinet considers whether to 'go big' against Iran - despite WW3 fears: Ministers discuss airstrikes and pressure Netanyahu to launch 'crushing attack' despite fears of 'catastrophic esca

Israel describes Iran's 350-missile attack as a 'declaration of war' and vows more 'offensive and defensive action' as G7 leaders including Rishi Sunak 'stand ready to take further measures' - but the

Israel claims 99 per cent of drones, missiles launched by Iran intercepted I VIDEO

Israel hails ‘success’ in blocking Iran’s unprecedented attack; Biden seeks diplomatic response

Israel says Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles, 99% of which were intercepted

Poland demands explanation from Russia after a missile enters its airspace during attack on Ukraine

Poland demands explanation from Russia after a missile enters its airspace

South Korean, U.S. troops will begin major exercises next week in response to North Korean threats

South Korean and US troops will begin major exercises next week in response to North Korean threats

South Korea says North Korea has fired cruise missiles, adding to provocative run in weapons tests

Why Putin could be to blame for North Korea’s latest provocative weapons tests

North Korea says it tested cruise missiles with ‘super-large’ warheads in its latest weapons display

North Korea says it tested cruise missiles with 'super-large' warheads in its latest weapons display

North Korea says it tested long-range cruise missiles to sharpen attack capabilities

North Korea says leader Kim supervised tests of cruise missiles designed to be fired from submarines

North Korea says leader Kim supervised tests of cruise missiles designed to be fired from submarines