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A Ukrainian serviceman of the Air Assault Forces watches the parachutists land during parachute jump training in an undisclosed location on August 12, 2026, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. (Photo: AFP)

Several wounded as 620 drones launched toward Moscow region

Russian air defenses say they destroyed more than 180 of the drones over the capital region, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said on the state-backed MAX platform.

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Russia's liberal Yabloko party leader Nikolay Rybakov talks to the media outside the Supreme Court in Moscow on August 10, 2026. (Photo: AFP)

Russia bars only anti-war party from elections

Russia's Supreme Court bars the country's only anti-war party, Yabloko, from contesting September's parliamentary elections.

August 10, 2026

This handout photograph, taken and released by the State Emergency Service of Ukraine on August 9, 2026 shows firefighters extinguishing a fire in a damaged residential building following a Russian air attack in the eastern city of Kharkiv, amid the Russi

Five dead in new Russia, Ukraine strikes

The World Health Organization denounces strike that destroyed a warehouse in Ukraine holding medical supplies.

August 9, 2026

Mali has been gripped by a profound security crisis since 2012, with frequent attacks by groups affiliated with Al-Qaeda and Islamic State, as well as by local criminal groups and Tuareg independence movements. (Photo: AFP)

At least 10 soldiers killed in attack on base in central Mali

The Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims, an Al-Qaida affiliate, claims responsibility,

August 9, 2026

Middle East Roundup, Aug 7: 'Same mentality': Pezeshkian warns Hiroshima, Nagasaki horror must not be repeated

Pezeshkian calls for condemnation of Washington's threats to wipe out nations and destroy civilian infrastructure; the US President says Iran 'cannot go much longer' and hopes that the Strait of Hormuz could be open very soon; Houthi missile attacks kill 58 Yemeni govt forces; Oil extends gains and stocks fall on fresh Hormuz worries.

August 8, 2026

Middle East Roundup, July 21: Trump dismisses Mamdani's threat to arrest Netanyahu

Says the United States is far from finished with Iran and warns that the next US military target could be an underground nuclear complex; visiting Iranian dignitary appreciates Islamabad's consistent efforts and indispensable diplomatic role.

July 21, 2026

US President Donald Trump speaks after signing an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on March 31, 2026. (Photo: AFP)

Trump says US may end Iran operations within ‘two to three weeks’

Reiterates earlier claims about significantly weakening Iran’s capabilities, though he has previously offered mixed signals regarding Washington’s objectives and timeline in the conflict.

April 1, 2026

US President Donald Trump speaks at the FII PRIORITY Summit at the Faena Hotel on March 27, 2026 in Miami Beach, Florida. (Photo: AFP)

Trump says US may not be there for NATO if needed

Reiterates his disappointment with NATO allies over their refusal to send military to help secure the Strait of Hormuz and said Washington may not help them in future if asked to do so.

March 28, 2026

US President Donald Trump speaks to the press before boarding Marine One as he departs from the South Lawn of the White House for Texas in Washington, DC, on February 27, 2026. (Photo: AFP)

US backs Pakistan’s self-defense as Trump praises leadership amid Afghan conflict

Praises the Pakistan leadership, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir; says he believes Pakistan is 'doing terrifically well.'

February 27, 2026

STOCKSHOTS: World's largest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford (AFP)

US builds up forces in Middle East as Israeli media report possible joint strike on Iran

The United States is increasing its military presence in the Middle East amid reports of a possible joint US-Israeli strike on Iran; media outlets are citing operational readiness, while President Trump has not yet officially authorized any action.

February 19, 2026