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world19 days ago•3 min saved

Pelican Debut: Ukraine’s Strike on Russia Sparks Missile-or-Drone Mystery

Zelenskyy says Ukraine’s large-scale strike on Russia used several weapons, including a new system nicknamed ‘Pelican,’ prompting debate over whether it’s a missile or a drone; Ukrainian media link Pelican to the FP-7 tactical ballistic missile (200 km range, 150 kg warhead), but there’s no official confirmation. Ukraine’s defense industry reports rapid growth and interceptor drones, while Russia intensifies drone activity amid elections and ongoing oil/logistics strikes.

via Al Jazeera|

#drones #fp-7 #pelican

environment2 months ago•36 min saved

Pelican death on Fremantle beach heightens bird flu alert in Australia

A dead pelican found on Bathers Beach in Fremantle has heightened concerns that H5 bird flu has reached Australia, with authorities saying the virus poses a very high risk to pelicans and the bird is being tested after reports to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline. While officials monitor the situation, some local deaths could also be due to botulism amid hot weather. Public reports are aiding DPIRD’s response as tests proceed and officials assess the threat.

via Yahoo News Australia|

#australia #bathers-beach #bird-flu