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2025-09-14

Romania scrambles jets, Poland closes airport over Russian drone alerts

On September 13, Romania and Poland swiftly responded to escalating threats from Russian drone activity near their borders with Ukraine, implementing urgent military measures to safeguard their airspace. These actions followed Poland's confirmation that it had shot down Russian drones …

2025-09-13

European Nations Summon Russian Ambassadors Over Polish Airspace Violation

In a significant escalation of tensions, Poland's airspace was breached by Russian drones in the early hours of Wednesday, prompting a swift response from both Polish and allied fighter jets, which successfully shot down the intruders. The incident has drawn strong …

2025-09-12

Poland introduces flight restrictions in eastern airspace following Russian drone incursions

Poland has implemented stringent air-traffic restrictions in its eastern regions following a violation of its airspace by Russian drones. The Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA) announced these measures at the request of the operational command of Poland’s …

2025-09-11

French protesters 'focus on disrupting key elements of national infrastructure'

Protesters in France, under the rallying cry "Block Everything," are strategically targeting key national infrastructure to express their discontent with President Emmanuel Macron's leadership and austerity measures. Clashes with police in Paris saw garbage bins set ablaze, as the government …

2025-09-10

Israeli Airstrike in Doha Targets Hamas Leadership; Conflicting Reports on Casualties

An air strike on a Hamas delegation in Qatar's capital, Doha, resulted in heavy smoke and significant casualties. The Israeli military claimed responsibility, stating that the attack targeted Hamas leaders responsible for the October 7 massacre and ongoing hostilities …

2025-09-09

Rules-based world order is dead, EU to concede

The international world order is facing severe challenges, prompting the European Commission to issue a stark warning. The upcoming Strategic Foresight Report will highlight the erosion of the global rules-based system, emphasizing that Europe must either adapt to a more chaotic environment …

2025-09-08

Russia conducts massive air attack on Kyiv, other Ukrainian regions

Russia launched a significant aerial assault on Ukraine, targeting Kyiv and other regions with drones and missiles. This attack, the largest since the full-scale invasion began, resulted in at least four fatalities and ignited fires in the Ukrainian government's headquarters …

2025-09-07

Russia preparing 'decisive breakthrough' near Pokrovsk, Ukrainian military says

In the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine, Russian forces are intensifying their efforts near the city of Pokrovsk, aiming for a "decisive breakthrough" in the region. The Ukrainian military reports that Russia has deployed experienced marine units to the area, employing …

2025-09-06

Russian Signal Disruptions Threaten Air Safety in Europe

A recent survey conducted by the Swedish Transport Agency in collaboration with other Baltic Sea countries has revealed a concerning trend: an increase in radio frequency interference posing a growing threat to air safety. The findings, shared in a report to the …

2025-09-05

26 countries pledge support for Ukraine’s post-war security, US role to be decided in coming weeks, Macron says

In a significant move to bolster Ukraine's security, 26 countries, including Germany, Italy, and Poland, have pledged support following a summit in Paris. While Italy, Poland, and Romania have ruled out …