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NATO jets shoot down drone in Latvian airspace

RIGA - NATO said on Friday that its fighter jets shot down a drone that entered Latvian airspace, the latest incursion along the military alliance’s eastern flank bordering Russia.

Bangkok Post · Aug 14

Drone incursions sow fear, chaos along NATO's Baltic and Finnish borders

Ukrainian drones have repeatedly entered Finnish and Baltic airspace, causing security concerns. These incursions have led to government changes and air traffic disruptions in Latvia and Lithuania. NATO fighter jets have been scrambled to intercept and shoot down several of these stray drones. Finland has also implemented temporary airspace and…

The Economic Times · Aug 14

Afghanistan marks 5 years under the Taliban: safer streets but pleas for jobs and education

Afghanistan's Taliban rulers are marking five years since regaining power

The Independent UK · Aug 14

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NATO jets shoot down drone flying over eastern Latvia

Fighter jets on a NATO air defence mission shot down a drone that entered Latvia's airspace early Friday, the country's defence ministry confirmed.

France 24 · Aug 14

How Iranian missile threat sparked a secret operation to move Trump out of Turkey as Air Force One flew as a decoy

US intelligence officials uncovered a potential Iranian scheme targeting President Trump for assassination. As a result, heightened security protocols were implemented during his attendance at the Nato summit in Turkey. To ensure his safety, Trump was discreetly transferred from his hotel to a smaller military jet, with a decoy Air…

The Times of India · Aug 14

Sniper, knife, missile threats: Israel warned US of alleged Iran plot to assassinate Donald Trump

Israel warned the United States over several alleged Iranian plots to assassinate President Donald Trump, including possible sniper, knife and shoulder-launched missile attacks, but US intelligence agencies could not independently verify the specific threats, according to Reuters report quoting current and former US officials .

The Times of India · Aug 14

Israel warned US of Iran plots against Trump, but US could not verify threats

Israel provided unverified warnings of Iranian plots to assassinate Donald Trump. These warnings intensified before the US decision to go to war in Iran. US intelligence agencies could not independently corroborate some specific threats shared by Israel. Despite this, White House and Secret Service took precautions to mitigate potential dangers.…

The Economic Times · Aug 14

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Poland says it thwarted a Russian plot to kill an American citizen in Warsaw

Poland has thwarted a Russian plot to assassinate a Ukrainian American citizen in Warsaw. This incident marks the first time Moscow has been accused of targeting a U.S. citizen on NATO soil. Polish authorities detained a suspect allegedly recruited by Russian secret services on August seventh. The operation was conducted…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

Russian detained over plot to 'execute' Ukrainian-American in Warsaw, Tusk says

Poland has arrested a Russian national who was allegedly hired to plan an "execution" targeting a Ukrainian-American dual citizen in Warsaw, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Thursday. Tusk said it was the first time that “someone on the order of Russia” had sought to attack an American citizen on NATO…

France 24 · Aug 13

Was Trump Targeted in Turkey? CIA Had 'Low Confidence' in Israeli Intel That Spooked Secret Service

US President Trump was evacuated from a NATO summit in Turkey due to an alleged Iranian assassination plot, despite CIA scepticism over Israeli intelligence. The Secret Service prioritised safety amid ongoing threats.

International Business Times UK · Aug 13

Trump's Secret Flight Ruse in Turkey Sparks 'You Live by the Sword' Food Cart Memes

Trump's secret aircraft switch in Turkey sparked food-cart memes after he was reportedly moved via an airport catering vehicle

International Business Times UK · Aug 13

Trump Took Pete Hegseth on Secret Turkey Extraction While Top Officials Stayed Behind on Air Force One

A covert operation saw Trump secretly leave Turkey on a military aircraft amid missile threats, with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth accompanying him. The decoy involved using an older Air Force One.

International Business Times UK · Aug 13

Rubio, Bessent stayed on decoy flight from Turkiye as Trump switched planes, official says

Trump was secretly moved to a smaller military jet after an Iranian threat during his return from the NATO summit in Türkiye. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent remained on a decoy aircraft, while journalists and some White House staff believed Trump was aboard.

The Economic Times · Aug 13

Missile threat made Donald Trump move to smaller US jet during Turkey visit: Report

US President Trump was secretly moved to a smaller aircraft due to a missile threat. This extraordinary security operation occurred during his return from Turkey last month. The larger presidential plane was used as a decoy while he traveled separately. Secret Service acted on credible and imminent intelligence regarding the…

The Times of India · Aug 13

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The Economic Times · Aug 13

'If I go, you go, right?': Traveling on the presidential plane - without Trump

A covert security operation secretly rerouted Donald Trump during his July trip from Ankara to Mildenhall, with the president leaving his aircraft via a catering truck and boarding another government jet. Journalists initially believed he was aboard their plane, while unusual security measures and Trump's comments fueled speculation about threats…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

'India showing interest in Northern Sea Route cooperation,' says Putin as he warns of 'artificial tensions' in Arctic

Russian President Vladimir Putin said India is among countries showing growing interest in cooperating with Moscow on the Northern Sea Route, while warning of rising tensions in the Arctic. He also cautioned European nations against confiscating Russian merchant ships, saying Moscow would respond “in kind” to any such action.

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Trump says plane he flew was at 'greater risk' as missile threat triggered secret aircraft switch

US President Donald Trump was secretly moved to a different aircraft during his Turkey visit. This extraordinary operation occurred due to a credible missile threat against Air Force One. Officials devised last-minute plans to conceal the president's movements from potential adversaries. Trump and aides used a catering truck to switch…

International Business Times · Aug 12

Putin Threatens To Retaliate Against Western Countries Over Seizure Of Commercial Vessels

Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened to retaliate for the seizure of commercial vessels from Western countries, calling such actions "piracy."

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We Got This Covered · Aug 12

Donald Trump pressed on why journalists flew on a plane deemed unsafe for him. He claimed his was riskier: ‘I don’t worry about anything’

Israel reportedly notified the US of a possible Iranian attack.

International Business Times UK · Aug 12

Iran Tracked Trump Down to His Exact Hotel Floor as Missile Threat Triggered Secret Escape From Turkey

Donald Trump was secretly flown out of Turkey after US intelligence warned of an Iranian missile threat. A decoy plan involving Air Force One ensured his safe departure during the Nato summit.

The Times of India · Aug 12

Iran knew Trump's hotel floor, targeted his aircraft during Nato summit: Report

The US intercepted several pieces of intelligence indicating Iran knew President Donald Trump’s exact location in Ankara during the Nato summit and that there was a potential threat involving a missile capable of targeting his aircraft, according to a New York Times report.

The Guardian - US · Aug 12

Trump’s secret flight switch indicates severity of assassination threat by Iran

Iran lost top leaders in the war and US ‘humiliation … a form of revenge’, say experts, after administration’s flight ruse

International Business Times UK · Aug 12

Trump Secretly Smuggled Out in Catering Truck During Iran Assassination Threat While Air Force One Flew as Decoy

President Trump was secretly transferred from Air Force One to a military jet during a NATO summit in Turkey due to a credible Iranian missile threat, leaving journalists as decoys

The Economic Times · Aug 12

India hands over five radial laser boats to Seychelles are defence, maritime partnership deepens

India has recently enhanced its maritime relations with Seychelles by providing five laser radial boats aimed at improving seamanship training for personnel in the Seychelles Defence Forces. This handover coincides with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's June visit to the country and underscores India’s ongoing dedication to strengthening defense cooperation and…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Tension building in the Arctic? Putin warns 'NATO infiltrators'; says 'Russia will respond in kind'

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday warned that tensions are building in the Arctic and accused NATO of infiltrating the Asia-Pacific region. He also called the seizure of Russian trade vessels by EU countries piracy, warning that Russia would respond in kind if Western countries seize Russian commercial ships.

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