Lithuania tests Ukrainian SkyFortress system to detect low-flying drones
Lithuania has begun testing Ukraine's SkyFortress detection system against low-flying drones, seeking to bolster its airspace protection amid rising drone incidents in the Baltics.
Execution in Tennessee Fails: Woman Survives Two Lethal Injections
Tennessee has suspended all scheduled executions after Christa Pike survived two lethal injection doses. The governor has ordered a full investigation.
Trump Organizes Select Meeting of NATO Members, Key Allies Left Out
The Trump administration is planning a NATO meeting in Poland, inviting only selected member states. Major allies such as the UK, France, and the Baltics were not included.
Russia Orders Expulsion of Hungarian Diplomats in Retaliation
Russia has ordered several Hungarian diplomats to leave within two weeks, responding to Budapest's earlier expulsion of ten Russian diplomats.
US to Cut Number of Generals and Admirals as Pentagon Overhauls Military Leadership
The Pentagon plans to reduce the number of top military officers by 20 percent, as part of wider reforms aimed at boosting accountability and combat readiness.
Four More Die of West Nile Virus in the Netherlands, Cases Reach Nine
The West Nile virus outbreak in the Netherlands has claimed its ninth life this year, with 56 confirmed infections, as authorities note a surge in cases since August.
UK Imposes New Sanctions on Russia, Targeting Eight Ships and 23 Individuals
The UK has announced a new round of sanctions against Russia, blacklisting eight ships and 23 individuals and entities. The measures mainly target Russia's shadow fleet and people accused of human rights abuses in occupied Ukrainian territories.
Russia reportedly uses new warhead against Ukrainian power pylons
Ukrainian officials claim Russia has used a new jet-powered drone with a warhead designed to destroy high-voltage power pylons and steel bridges.
Bulgaria strengthens protections against SLAPP lawsuits, going beyond EU requirements
Bulgaria's parliament has adopted legislation against abusive lawsuits targeting journalists and activists, exceeding EU minimums.
Macron and Sánchez Welcome Prospect of UK Rejoining EU
French President Macron and Spanish PM Sánchez expressed openness to the UK potentially rejoining the EU, describing it as 'excellent news.'