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2025-06-25

Russian strikes kill 19 in Ukraine region as Zelenskyy seeks more Western help

Russian missiles struck central Ukraine on Tuesday, targeting schools, hospitals, and kindergartens, resulting in the deaths of at least 19 people and injuring nearly 300 others. The attacks occurred as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was in the …

2025-06-24

Iran launches missile attack on U.S. air base in Qatar; no casualties reported

Iran launched a missile attack on the U.S. air base in Al-Udeid, Qatar, in retaliation for recent American strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. The U.S. confirmed the attack, involving short-range and medium-range ballistic missiles …

2025-06-23

Iran–Israel conflict escalates into open warfare, raising global and cybersecurity concerns

The longstanding rivalry between Iran and Israel, once regional partners, has escalated into a full-blown military confrontation, marking the most significant escalation since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. Prior to the revolution, the two nations maintained diplomatic and economic …

2025-06-22

German military sees Russia as 'existential risk' to Germany and Europe: report

Russia is actively preparing for a potential large-scale conflict with NATO by the end of the decade, according to a recent strategy paper developed by German military personnel and experts. The Kremlin is aligning its industry and leadership …

2025-06-21

Shipping minister warns of global economic impact if Strait of Hormuz closes

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime chokepoint, could have severe global economic repercussions, according to Shipping and Island Policy Minister Vassilis Kikilias. Speaking to SKAI TV, Kikilias warned that blocking the strait would disrupt …

2025-06-20

All Swedish parties back 300 billion kronor boost to defence spending

Sweden is embarking on its most significant rearmament effort since the Cold War, with a planned investment of 300 billion kronor over the next decade. This substantial boost in defense spending, set to increase from the current 2.4 …

2025-06-19

Putin says NATO’s increased defense spending poses no 'threat' to Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin has downplayed NATO's increased defense spending, asserting that it poses no "threat" to Russia. Speaking ahead of a crucial NATO summit in The Hague, Putin vowed to continue Russia's military advance in Ukraine and …

2025-06-18

What happened to the 150,000 homes that vanished from Spain's rental market?

Spain is grappling with a severe housing crisis, exacerbated by the post-pandemic surge in tourist rentals and a dwindling supply of long-term rental properties. The average Spaniard now spends 47% of their salary on rent, while salaries …

2025-06-17

Russia strikes Kyiv and Odesa with 'terrifying' waves of drones and missiles, killing at least 15

In a devastating overnight assault, Russia launched a massive wave of drones and missiles against Ukraine, resulting in the deaths of at least 15 people and injuring 116 others. The attacks, which President Volodymyr …

2025-06-16

World’s nuclear arsenals expanding, driven by US and Russia, researchers warns

The global nuclear landscape is shifting towards a new arms race, as most nuclear-armed states, led by the United States and Russia, continue to modernize and expand their arsenals. The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) reports that …