MISSILE STRIKES
Four European nations agree to jointly develop long-range cruise missiles
France, Germany, Italy, and Poland have signed a letter of intent to develop ground-launched cruise missiles with a range exceeding 500 km, aiming to bolster European defenses in response to security concerns heightened by Russia's actions in Ukraine. This move, discussed at the NATO summit in Washington, seeks to fill a perceived gap in European arsenals and enhance deterrence capabilities. The missiles, likely based on existing naval technology, are part of efforts to counteract regional threats and align with NATO's strategic priorities.
Indian ship captain, crew win 'exceptional bravery' awards for Red Sea rescue
Captain Avhilash Rawat and his crew of an oil tanker, 'Marlin Luanda', have been awarded the International Maritime Organisation's 2024 Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea for their extraordinary courage in a Red Sea rescue mission. The crew was awarded for their determination and endurance in coordinating firefighting and damage control efforts during a fire that broke out after an anti-ship missile was fired by Iranian-backed Houthi rebels.
Keir Starmer signals Ukraine can use UK missiles to strike Russia
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has affirmed that Ukraine can use British-supplied long-range missiles to target Russian military sites. Speaking en route to the NATO summit, Starmer stated that the deployment of Storm Shadow missiles is up to the Ukrainian forces. This maintains the policy of previous Conservative governments. Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the UK has been a key ally, providing financial aid, weapons, and training. Starmer plans to reaffirm the UK's commitment to NATO and support for Ukraine during the summit.
In a diplomatic quirk, Russia chairs a UN meeting decrying its strike on a Ukraine kids' hospital
The UN Security Council discussed a strike on Kyiv's Okhmatdyt hospital, critiquing Russia, which denies involvement. US Ambassador and Msuya condemned the attack amidst systematic health facility assaults. Ukraine presented evidence of a Russian Kh-101 missile. Kyslytsya displayed evidence. China's envoy urged peace. Russia alleges a Ukrainian rocket hit, killing two staffers.
Toll in attack on Kyiv children's hospital reaches 42
Dozens of volunteers including hospital staff and rescue workers dug through debris from the Okhmatdyt paediatric hospital in a desperate search for survivors after the rare day-time bombardment, AFP journalists on the scene saw.
Hospital strike shows Russia's 'intentional targeting' of medical facilities, accuses Ukranian FM
Russian missiles struck Kyiv's Okhmatdyt children's hospital. Foreign Minister Kuleba accused Russia of intentional targeting. Photos show damage, injuries; over 100 injured, 31 dead. Emergency services clear rubble. Yermak sought accountability. Kuleba urged global air defense aid, UNSC meeting, condemned civilian infrastructure attacks. Zelenskyy with Polish Prime Minister discussed aid.
Russian missile attack kills 29, hits children's hospital, Ukraine says
Russia launched a devastating daylight missile attack on multiple Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, killing at least 29 civilians and damaging Kyiv's main children's hospital. The assault, which involved over 40 missiles, also affected Kryvyi Rih, Dnipro, and two eastern cities. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned the attacks, calling for global action against Russia's air strikes. Kyiv's Mayor, Vitali Klitschko, described it as one of the war's largest attacks. The strikes come ahead of a NATO summit where Ukrainian security is a key focus. Russia claimed the strikes targeted defense industry sites and aviation bases.
India's Rudram-1 Missile: How does it stack up against global competitors?
Rudram 1 Missile: India has successfully tested its first indigenous anti-radiation missile, the Rudram-1, developed by DRDO for the Indian Air Force. Integrated with Sukhoi-30MKI jets, it targets radiation sources with INS-GPS navigation and a Passive Homing Head, crucial for Suppression of Enemy Air Defence (SEAD). Compared globally, Rudram-1 enhances India's SEAD capabilities against adversaries like the US (AGM-88 HARM), Russia (Kh-58), UK (ALARM), China (FT-2000), Iran (Hormoz-2), and Brazil (MAR-1). This milestone strengthens India's defense against regional threats, showcasing its technological prowess and commitment to indigenous defense innovation.
Is China fueling Pakistan's nuclear ambitions against India?
A recent image from the 2023 Pakistan Day Parade reveals Pakistan’s JF-17 Thunder Block II aircraft equipped with a Ra’ad-I nuclear-capable missile, marking a significant strategic enhancement. The development, aided by China, aims to replace aging Mirage aircraft and bolster Pakistan’s nuclear deterrence. Amidst an intensifying nuclear arms race in South Asia, this advancement impacts regional stability and poses implications for India.
Russian missiles and drones strike eastern Ukraine's Dnipro in a daylight attack that kills 5
A Russian missile and drone attack on Dnipro killed five civilians and injured 47, including a 14-year-old girl. The assault shattered windows in schools and kindergartens, damaged a children's hospital ICU, and sparked fires in another hospital. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared a video of the missile strike over Ukraine's fourth-largest city. The ongoing war, started by Russia's invasion three years ago, has resulted in over 10,000 civilian deaths and 20,000 injuries, according to the UN. Ukraine received $2.2 billion from the IMF for welfare payments, doctors' and teachers' salaries, and more.
Russia says it destroys five Ukraine's SU-27 jet fighters at Myrhorod airfield
Russia's defence ministry announced on Tuesday that it had destroyed five Ukrainian SU-27 fighter jets and damaged two more at the Myrhorod airfield in Ukraine's Poltava region using Iskander-M missiles.
North Korea says its recent missile tests involved new ballistic missile with 'super-large warhead'
North Korea announced Tuesday the successful test-firing of a new tactical ballistic missile, named Hwasongpho-11Da-4.5, capable of carrying a 4.5 ton-class "super-large warhead." The test aimed to verify flight stability and accuracy, with a range from 90 to 500 kilometers. South Korea reported two missiles launched, with differing flight paths: one reaching 600 kilometers and the other 120 kilometers. North Korea plans further tests in July. These developments follow heightened North Korean military activities since 2022, focusing on expanding its nuclear-capable arsenal amid regional tensions with the U.S., South Korea, and Japan.
Russia-Ukraine war: 7 killed and dozens wounded after missiles slam into town in southern Ukraine
Russian missiles struck a town in southern Ukraine, killing seven civilians, including children, and injuring dozens. Local authorities in Vilniansk reported bodies under picnic blankets and damaged buildings. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urged Western support to enhance air defenses against ongoing Russian attacks. Elsewhere, civilians died and were wounded in Donetsk, Kherson, and Kharkiv regions. The Russian Defense Ministry claimed shooting down Ukrainian drones in southwest Russia.
Ukrainian drones and missiles kill 6 in Russia and Crimea, fresh bombing of Kharkiv leaves 1 dead
Russian authorities reported four deaths and over 100 injuries in Ukrainian drone and missile attacks on Sunday, while the second day of Russia's aerial bombing of Kharkiv in northeastern Ukraine killed at least one person. Five people were killed by falling debris when five Ukrainian missiles were shot down in Sevastopol, a port city in Russia-annexed Crimea.
Missile attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels strike 2 ships in the Gulf of Aden, US military says
Yemen's Houthi rebels launched missile attacks on two ships in the Gulf of Aden. The first target was the Antigua- and Barbuda-flagged cargo ship Norderney, which was hit by two anti-ship ballistic cruise missiles, causing a fire that was extinguished by the crew. The second target was the Liberian-flagged, Swiss-owned container ship Tavvishi, which sustained damage but continued its journey. A coalition warship intercepted a second missile aimed at the Tavvishi.
Putin says Russia could deploy missiles in striking distance of the West
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned of deploying missiles near the US and its allies if Ukraine uses Western weapons. He emphasized Russia's nuclear capabilities and criticized NATO's stance on the conflict.
Yemen's Houthis say they launched missile attack on US aircraft carrier Eisenhower in Red Sea
Yemen's Houthis launched a missile at the U.S. aircraft carrier Eisenhower in the Red Sea, retaliating against U.S. and British strikes on Yemen. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree reported that these strikes killed 16 and injured 41, including civilians. The U.S. and British forces targeted Houthi-controlled areas to prevent further disruptions in the Red Sea. Iran condemned the strikes, calling them violations of Yemen's sovereignty. The Houthis have been attacking international shipping since November in solidarity with Palestinians, prompting retaliatory strikes.
China stages mock missile strikes on Taiwan, jets with live missiles used in drills
China staged two-day military exercises involving mock missile strikes and bomber formations targeting Taiwan. These drills, launched after Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te, took office, are seen as punishment for his pro-independence stance. The exercises included naval and air operations, testing China's ability to control key areas of Taiwan. Taiwan condemned the actions, mobilizing its forces in response. The U.S. Navy monitored the situation, emphasizing its commitment to regional stability. Despite the tension, life in Taiwan remained unaffected.
Seven dead in Russian strikes on Kharkiv as Kyiv pleads for weapons
On Thursday, Russia launched missile strikes on Kharkiv, killing seven people at a printing house and wounding 28 others, as President Zelenskiy criticized Western allies for insufficient military support. The city, heavily bombarded for months, faced an intensified ground offensive beginning May 10, which has reportedly stalled. Around 15 missiles targeted transport infrastructure and the printing house, causing significant damage and casualties. Zelenskiy and other Ukrainian officials have called for more air defense systems, emphasizing the need for greater international assistance to counter Russian attacks effectively.
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