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Conflict & Security · Middle EastExplosion injures Syrian security forces near Damascus
An explosive device targeted a bus carrying Syrian Internal Security Forces near Damascus, injuring several personnel. The attack occurred on the Ma'runa-Tall road in the Damascus countryside, and no group has yet claimed responsibility.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastPentagon report details Iran war costs, munitions shortfalls
A Pentagon inspector general's report has detailed the financial and material costs of the Iran war, estimating expenses at $33.4 billion as of June 29. The report also highlighted significant damage to U.S. bases and aircraft, alongside strategic inventory shortfalls for munitions.
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Conflict & Security · European UnionPeskov: Lithuania would be target of Russian nuclear weapons
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Lithuania's territory would be targeted by Russian nuclear weapons if the country allows allies to deploy them. This warning comes as Lithuania's parliament considers removing a constitutional ban on nuclear weapons.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastBukavu school fire kills at least 17, including children
A fire at a school in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, killed at least 17 people, including children. Over 50 students were hospitalised, with some later dying from injuries. The cause of the fire remains unknown. Bukavu is controlled by the Rwanda-backed AFC/M23 rebels.
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Conflict & Security · European UnionPutin Accuses Germany of Fabricating Evidence in Drone Incident
Germany accused Russia of a drone attack at Leipzig airport on August 4-5. Russian President Vladimir Putin denied involvement, suggesting Germany fabricated evidence to address domestic political issues. Germany closed Russia's consulate and cultural center in Bonn and summoned its ambassador.
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Conflict & Security · Asia-PacificUS officials say Trump seeks autumn meeting with Kim Jong-un
US President Donald Trump is pressing aides to arrange a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un as early as this autumn, according to the Wall Street Journal. The discussions are linked to Trump’s planned November trip to China for the APEC summit, though no date or location has been confirmed.
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Trump administration halts border wall well drilling in New Mexico after rancher protests
The Trump administration has ordered construction crews to stop drilling wells for the border wall in New Mexico after ranchers warned that groundwater extraction threatened their livestock. Eight wells were drilled without state permits, and federal agencies will now collaborate on a groundwater strategy.
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Conflict & Security · Asia-PacificTrump cuts military drills, allies reassess US commitments
Donald Trump's decision to reduce military exercises with South Korea has prompted Japan, Taiwan, and India to reconsider their reliance on the United States. Analysts suggest this move will increase existing concerns about U.S. security commitments in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaFire at Ust-Luga port follows drone attack
A fire broke out at Russia's Ust-Luga port on September 1 following a drone attack. The regional governor confirmed damage and a blaze at the facility, a major hub for oil and other exports.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaPutin cancelled CIA meeting after learning message content
Vladimir Putin was prepared to meet with CIA Director John Ratcliffe, but cancelled the meeting upon learning the content of Ratcliffe's message. The CIA chief met with Russian intelligence heads and urged Russia to end the war due to deteriorating conditions.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineLavrov warns UK could be seen as party to Ukraine war over drone strikes
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Russia reserves the right to consider British involvement in Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory as direct participation in the war. UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham reaffirmed Britain’s '100%' support for Ukraine, dismissing Moscow’s warnings.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastKuwait intercepts Iranian missile and drone attacks overnight
Kuwait's air defences intercepted missile and drone attacks overnight on 2-3 September 2026, with the Kuwaiti army attributing the strikes to Iranian aggression. Explosions heard were from interception operations, and authorities urged citizens to follow safety instructions. Outlets diverged on framing the incident, with right-rated reports emphasising Iranian responsibility.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran ready to reciprocate US return to June deal, says Pezeshkian
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran would immediately reciprocate if the US returned to its commitments under a June memorandum of understanding. He contrasted Iran's record of honouring agreements with the US's alleged failure to do so.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump vows US retaliation after Iran attacks bases
Donald Trump has stated the US will respond forcefully to Iranian attacks on American bases in Jordan and the UAE. The exchange of fire follows a US strike on Iran's Larak Island, with both sides issuing threats of further action.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaFires at Russian logistics and industrial sites reported
Fires broke out at two major Russian facilities on Sunday, August 23. A drone attack targeted an Ozon logistics complex in Orenburg, while a large fire erupted at the Izhora industrial site in Kolpino, a suburb of St. Petersburg.
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Conflict & Security · European UnionUkrainian diver arrested in Croatia during Nord Stream sabotage film shoot
A Ukrainian diver suspected of involvement in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline sabotage was arrested in Pula, Croatia, while working on a film about the attack. German prosecutors allege Zhuravlev was part of the diving team that carried out the explosions. The film, starring Sean Penn and Adrien Brody, is directed by Doug Liman.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussian missile and drone attack kills 13 in Ukraine on 20 August 2026
A combined Russian attack using ballistic and cruise missiles and drones hit Ukraine on 20 August 2026, killing at least 13 people and injuring about 40. Residential buildings, a children's hospital and a school were damaged in Kyiv, while gas infrastructure in Chernihiv Oblast and a border crossing in Odesa Oblast were also targeted.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussian overnight strikes kill 12 in Kyiv, damage children’s hospital and school
At least 12 people were killed and 33 injured in Russian strikes on Kyiv overnight into 20 August 2026. A children’s hospital, a school, residential buildings and warehouses were damaged. Ukraine said Russia used ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and drones; Russia claimed it struck military facilities with precision weapons.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUAE severs trade and financial ties with Iran after missile threat in Strait of Hormuz
The United Arab Emirates announced a full suspension of trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran on 18 August 2026, citing regional escalation after Iranian ballistic missiles were detected targeting maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has not claimed responsibility for the attacks on UAE state-owned ADNOC vessels.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussian strikes kill ten in Kharkiv as Ukraine launches drone barrage on Moscow
Russian missile strikes on the Kharkiv region killed ten people and injured at least 17, according to Ukrainian officials. Ukraine launched 147 drones at Moscow, where 620 were intercepted. Attacks also hit Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia, damaging civilian infrastructure.
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