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Russia’s parliament approved a bill that would let President Putin order troops to intervene abroad to protect Russians abroad, with 14 days to sign into law. Kyiv denounces the move as aggressive lawlessness and expansionism, while EU defense officials warn it could be a test of NATO unity as Western security commitments face scrutiny amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
Axios reports rising U.S. pressure on Cuba under President Trump—surveillance flights off Cuba’s coast, new sanctions, and talk of offshore or limited military action—sparking concerns of a potential invasion, though officials and experts disagree on immediacy, with some noting it could be a tactical move rather than boots-on-the-ground intervention.
Donald Trump has reportedly considered a plan to invade Kharg Island in Iran, deploying two Marine task forces and carrier-capable assets to seize the oil hub, but officials say no decision has been made to send ground troops and the plan would carry significant risks and potential losses.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told NBC News that Tehran is not seeking a ceasefire or negotiations with the U.S. or Israel and that Iran is confident it could withstand a U.S. invasion, calling such a move a disaster for the United States. He said the U.S. war aims have failed, described the war as a U.S. choice, and emphasized Iran’s attacks have targeted American installations rather than neighbors.
On the four-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion, Zelenskyy said Ukraine has defended its independence and statehood and that Putin has not achieved his aims, while allies reaffirm unwavering support on Kyiv’s terms amid widespread destruction, casualties, and displacement.
AP’s photo essay pairs intimate portraits with the stories of Ukrainians four years into Russia’s full-scale invasion, sharing how loss and displacement coexist with hope and daily resilience—from a dancer-turned-sniper and a mother mourning a husband to a prisoner of war partner, a drone-attack amputee and frontline rescuers—captured in prewar photos and now reflecting a transformed life.
Missile strikes hit Kyiv and nearby areas ahead of the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion, triggering air-raid alerts and injuring a woman and a child as attacks also rocked Lviv; Zelensky said Ukraine is not losing and has made progress, with Western diplomacy pushing for a resolution as both sides remain engaged in the war.
Russia renewed its attack on Ukraine with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles, killing a man in Kyiv and a police officer in Lviv as negotiators prepared for new talks ahead of the invasion's fourth anniversary, while Ukraine’s air force said it shot down many missiles and drones and crews rushed to repair a battered power grid.
Pentagon officials say they have not been asked to draw up an invasion of Greenland despite President Trump’s threats to seize the territory if Denmark refuses to sell; Trump hinted at taking decisive action and a Treasury secretary suggested force could be used if negotiations fail, but no invasion contingency has been developed yet.
California officials reacted with concern to President Trump’s remarks about deploying troops to major cities like San Francisco, which he described as war zones, amid ongoing tensions over immigration enforcement and civil unrest. Democratic leaders criticized the comments as dangerous and reminiscent of authoritarian tactics, while local officials emphasized their city’s safety and resilience. The situation highlights escalating federal-state tensions and fears of militarization in urban areas.
A London think tank reports that Russia is supplying China with military equipment and technology, including parachuting systems and amphibious vehicles, which could aid in a potential invasion of Taiwan, possibly accelerating China's airborne capabilities by 10-15 years. The documents suggest ongoing Russian support aimed at strengthening China's military readiness, with implications for regional security and U.S.-China-Taiwan dynamics.
Israel has resumed full daytime military operations in Gaza City, signaling preparations for a potential full-scale invasion amid ongoing humanitarian crises and previous pauses aimed at aid delivery.
The IDF has declared Gaza City a full war zone, ending protections for humanitarian aid groups and signaling a potential invasion, amid intensified military operations across Gaza targeting Hamas infrastructure and operatives.
Israel has begun its invasion of Gaza City, heavily bombarding and destroying large parts of the historic neighborhood al-Zaytoun, with residents evacuating amid fears of complete erasure of the area, which has already suffered extensive destruction and displacement.
A jellyfish invasion has caused the shutdown of reactors at a French nuclear power station, highlighting environmental challenges affecting energy infrastructure.