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Air Force: Ukraine downs 6 drones overnight: Ukrainian air defense units destroyed 5 of the 7 Shahed-type drones, as well as one Orlan-10 reconnaissance drone ...
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Air Force: Ukraine downs 6 drones overnight
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Russian sources confirm downing of Tu-22M3 by Ukrainian Forces: Multiple Russian sources have confirmed reports that a Russian Tu-22M3 long-range bomber was ...
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Russian sources confirm downing of Tu-22M3 by Ukrainian Forces
Quick Glance: Ukraine shoots down Russian strategic bomber, nine killed
  • Russian officials say the plane crashed over the southern Stavropol region due to a technical malfunction.

  • Ukraine's air force announced that they shot down a Russian strategic bomber with anti-aircraft missiles for the first time since the war began in 2022.

  • The bomber was downed in Russian airspace, 300km from Ukraine's border, after participating in a long-range airstrike that resulted in the death of at least nine people in the central region of Dnipropetrovsk.

  • NATO and the USA are planning to provide additional air defense systems to Ukraine for support.
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Michael McDowell: If the worst happens, who would come to our defence? We are acutely vulnerable to threat
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Michael McDowell: If the worst happens, who would come to our defence? We ...
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Army Deploys Typhon Missile System To China's Backyard For The First Time: The Army's Typhon system, which can fire Tomahawk and SM-6 missiles ...
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Army Deploys Typhon Missile System To China's Backyard For The First ...
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US preparing to announce $6B in weapons contracts for Ukraine: The package could be finalized and announced as soon as Friday, and will include Patriot systems.
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US preparing to announce $6B in weapons contracts for Ukraine
Quick Glance: Billion-Dollar Package for Long-Term Ukraine Weapon Contracts
  • The United States announced a $6 billion weapons package for Ukraine on Friday, its largest military aid package to date for Kyiv’s forces.

  • The weapons and equipment will include critical interceptors for Ukraine’s Patriot and NASAM air defense systems, significant amounts of artillery ammunition, air-to-ground munitions, counterdrone weapons, and maintenance and sustainment support.

  • In addition to previous aid packages, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking additional Patriot batteries to create a shield around Ukrainian cities and defend against further Russian missile attacks.
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West Bank village counts losses after settler attack, and fears more: The Israeli settlers who rampaged through the West Bank village of al-Mughayyer on April 12 ...
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West Bank village counts losses after settler attack, and fears more
Quick Glance: Israeli Strikes on Rafah Kill 22, Mostly Children, as US Advances Aid Package
  • Israeli strikes on the southern Gaza city of Rafah overnight killed 22 people, including 18 children, as the US House of Representatives approved $13 billion in new Israeli military aid.

  • However, fears of wider war breaking out in the Middle East have eased somewhat after Iran downplayed Israel’s reported retaliation over its unprecedented missile and drone attack on the country a week ago.

  • Israel has carried out near-daily air raids on Rafah and vowed to expand its ground offensive against the Hamas militant group to the city on the border with Egypt despite calls for restraint, including from the US.

  • Tensions have also spiked in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, with Israeli troops killing two Palestinians who attacked a checkpoint with a knife and a gun near the southern West Bank town of Hebron.
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U.S. Senate Expected To Vote On Long-Delayed Ukraine Military Aid Bill: The U.S. Senate is expected to vote on a long-delayed military aid package that includes ...
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U.S. Senate Expected To Vote On Long-Delayed Ukraine Military Aid Bill
Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
  • The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.

  • Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.

  • As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.

  • Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
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Sharp criticism from London: Wallace calls Scholz "wrong man in the wrong place": It is a devastating verdict: the former British Defense Minister Wallace ...
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Sharp criticism from London: Wallace calls Scholz
Quick Glance: Criticism of Scholz: Wallace Calls for Delivery of Taurus Missiles
  • Former British Defense Minister Wallace criticizes Chancellor Scholz for weak leadership and lack of communication regarding Ukraine.

  • He calls for the delivery of German Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine and emphasizes the importance of clear communication and determination in dealing with Russia.

  • Wallace warns against freezing the conflict in Ukraine and mentions the possibility of NATO membership as a countermeasure.

  • He stresses the need for adequate security guarantees to prevent Russia from rearming and launching another attack.
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Former Irish special forces soldiers resume training for rogue Libyan general despite warnings
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Former Irish special forces soldiers resume training for rogue Libyan ...
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Air Force: Ukraine downs 29 of 36 Russian aerial targets overnight: Ukrainian air defenses downed 15 missiles and 14 Shahed-type drones during a Russian attack ...
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Air Force: Ukraine downs 29 of 36 Russian aerial targets overnight
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Israel claims hundreds of bodies found at Gaza hospital not military mass grave: The bodies of almost 400 people were uncovered after the Israeli Defence Force ...
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Quick Glance: Discovery of Nearly 300 Bodies in Mass Grave at Gaza Hospital
  • Workers from the Gaza Civil Defense announced the discovery of a mass grave with almost 300 bodies at a hospital in the southern city of Khan Younis in Gaza, subsequent to the withdrawal of Israeli forces earlier this month.

  • Colonel Yamen Abu Suleiman, the Director of Civil Defense in Khan Younis, informed CNN on Monday that 73 bodies were found in the courtyard of the Nasser Medical Complex, bringing the total number to 283.

  • It is believed that some bodies were discovered with bound hands and feet, along with indications of field executions. The specific circumstances of their deaths, whether they were buried alive or executed, remain unclear.

  • The IDF has stated that they transported multiple bodies from Gaza to Israel for DNA testing before repatriating the remains in containers. The region surrounding the Nasser Medical Complex experienced heavy bombardment and conflict during January and February.
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Ukraine Shoots Down 2 Of 7 Russian Missiles As Russia Says It Downs 50 Ukrainian Drones
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Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
  • At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.

  • Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.

  • Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.

  • A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
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Netanyahu convenes Israeli war cabinet as Iran attacks: US officials predicted that Iran would launch more than 100 drones, dozens of cruise missiles ...
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Netanyahu convenes Israeli war cabinet as Iran attacks
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What to know about the long-range missiles the U.S. quietly gave Ukraine: The weapons allowed Ukraine to strike targets deep inside Russian-occupied territory.
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What to know about the long-range missiles the U.S. quietly gave Ukraine
Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
  • The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.

  • The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.

  • The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.

  • Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
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Despite US aid: Scholz reaffirms Taurus rejection: The Ukrainians absolutely want the Taurus cruise missile from Germany. But the Chancellor reiterates his no to ...
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Despite US aid: Scholz reaffirms Taurus rejection
Quick Glance: Scholz Reaffirms Taurus Rejection Despite US Aid
  • Ukraine seeks Taurus missiles from Germany, but Chancellor Scholz reiterates rejection. Discussions are ongoing about alternative weapons for defense against Russia.

  • Despite US aid to Ukraine with ATACMS missiles, Scholz maintains his refusal of Taurus. Germany and the UK emphasize their role as key weapons suppliers to Ukraine.

  • The US Congress approved $61 billion in Ukraine aid, potentially enabling the delivery of ATACMS missiles with a range of 300 km. Discussions are underway about new types of weapons.

  • Germany and the UK are jointly planning the development of a remote-controlled howitzer for ground operations. Scholz sticks to his rejection of Taurus delivery despite the US decision.
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UN calls for investigation into mass graves at Gaza hospitals raided by Israel: The US State Department has called the reports “incredibly troubling” and asked ...
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Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
  • The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.

  • It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.

  • Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.

  • The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
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New accommodation block opens at Collins Barracks in Cork: New accommodation for up to 41 soldiers undertaking training or living on-base has been officially ...
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New accommodation block opens at Collins Barracks in Cork
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Zelenskiy Calls For More Air Defenses After Deadly Ukraine Strike: President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has again appealed to Ukraine's Western allies and partners to ...
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Zelenskiy Calls For More Air Defenses After Deadly Ukraine Strike
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Analysis: French Expert’s Claims Ukraine’s F-16s and Pilots Won’t be ‘Up to the Job’ Disproved
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Analysis: French Expert’s Claims Ukraine’s F-16s and Pilots Won’t be ‘Up ...
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Ukraine’s air defenders claim two major firsts, but missiles evading interception kill 7
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Ukraine’s air defenders claim two major firsts, but missiles evading ...
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Norway to Transfer 22 F-16 Fighter Jets to Ukraine: In a critical, large-scale donation of modern weaponry to Ukraine’s hard-pressed armed forces ...
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Norway to Transfer 22 F-16 Fighter Jets to Ukraine
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Norway to supply Ukraine with F-16 "perhaps with longer-range strike capabilities" - Euromaidan Press
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Norway to supply Ukraine with F-16 "perhaps with longer-range strike ...
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More ministers would ease pressure on 'overloaded departments' — Tánaiste
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More ministers would ease pressure on 'overloaded departments' — ...
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IAF pilot to 'Post': Defense op was most meaningful flight of my career
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Ukraine Air Force confirms April 13 strike on Russian command center in occupied Luhansk - Euromaidan Press
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Ukraine Air Force confirms April 13 strike on Russian command center in ...
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Iranian attack on Israel expected ‘sooner rather than later’, says Joe Biden: ‘We are devoted to the defence of Israel’, says US president as Western and Arab ...
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Iranian attack on Israel expected ‘sooner rather than later’ ...
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Frontline report: Ukraine hammers Russian supply lines as Kupiansk offensive loses steam - Euromaidan Press
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Frontline report: Ukraine hammers Russian supply lines as Kupiansk ...
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North Korea conducts cruise missile warhead test on Friday, KCNA says: North Korea conducted a cruise missile warhead test and test launch of its new ...
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North Korea conducts cruise missile warhead test on Friday, KCNA says
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"Week-long ambush" preceded historic Russian Tu-22 bomber downing, Ukraine intel chief says, confirming S-200 use - Euromaidan Press
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"Week-long ambush" preceded historic Russian Tu-22 bomber ...
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Visiting targeted air base, IDF chief promises response to Iranian attack: Iran will 'face consequences of its actions,' Halevi warns; military spokesman says ...
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Visiting targeted air base, IDF chief promises response to Iranian attack
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Russian Air Defenses Still Likely to Shoot Down Its Own Aircraft Over Crimea: Russia's top military leadership has ordered air defense commanders to engage ...
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Russian Air Defenses Still Likely to Shoot Down Its Own Aircraft Over ...
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As it happened: Iran attacks Israel with 300 drones, missiles; warns against retaliation - News | Khaleej Times
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As it happened: Iran attacks Israel with 300 drones, missiles; warns ...
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Israel-Gaza live updates: Israelis fired 3 missiles in limited strike: Six months after Hamas terrorists invaded Israel on Oct. 7, the Israeli military continues ...
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Israel-Gaza live updates: Israelis fired 3 missiles in limited strike
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Ukraine's Three-Front War: Advancing Russians, Depleted Artillery, Exhausted Troops
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Ukraine's Three-Front War: Advancing Russians, Depleted Artillery ...
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Weapons tested only on Friday: North Korea apparently fires missile again: Just a few days ago, North Korea said it tested a warhead for a cruise missile and ...
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Weapons tested only on Friday: North Korea apparently fires missile again
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How Israel foiled Iran’s ballistic missiles as they headed to an F-35 airbase: Sirens rang out and explosions heard nationwide as Arrow system knocked down ...
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How Israel foiled Iran’s ballistic missiles as they headed to an F-35 ...
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U.S. led coalition of warplanes helped intercept 300 weapons from Iran in historic strike on Israel
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U.S. led coalition of warplanes helped intercept 300 weapons from Iran in ...
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What is Israel's Iron Dome? The air defence system intercepting missiles: Israel's highly effective defence system is designed to intercept incoming rockets - ...
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What is Israel's Iron Dome? The air defence system intercepting missiles
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‘We Really Messed Up…’: Ukraine Has No Missiles For Patriot, Bild Journalist Says
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Motorists warned of possible delays on M50, M7: Motorists are being warned about potential delays on parts of the M50 and M7 this afternoon and evening due to ...
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Motorists warned of possible delays on M50, M7
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In ‘message,’ IDF said to fire 3 missiles at radar defense for secret Iran nuclear site
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Quick Glance: Israeli Strike Damages Iranian Air Defense System Without Detection, Officials Say
  • An Israeli airstrike on Iran on Friday damaged an air defense system, according to Western and Iranian officials, and appeared calculated to deliver a message that Israel could bypass Iran’s defensive systems undetected and paralyze them.

  • The strike damaged a defensive battery near Natanz, a city in central Iran that is critical to the country’s nuclear weapons program, according to the officials.

  • The relatively limited scope of Israel’s strike and the muted response from Iranian officials, however, seem to have eased tensions.

  • It was confirmed that Israel had deployed aerial drones and at least one missile fired from a warplane, as stated by three Western and two Iranian officials.
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Iran’s supreme leader tacitly acknowledges that Tehran hit little in its attack on Israel
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Iran’s supreme leader tacitly acknowledges that Tehran hit little in its ...
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Overnight missile attack strikes Nevatim Airbase - report: Initially, IDF Spokesman Daniel Hagari said that minor damage was sustained to infrastructure at the ...
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Overnight missile attack strikes Nevatim Airbase - report