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Ukraine warns Russian airspace ‘not safe’ in message to UN aviation watchdog

Ukraine urged the UN aviation agency to call for a full ban on flights through Russian airspace after President Volodymyr Zelensky warned it was becoming unsafe. Kyiv plans increased retaliation against intensified Russian strikes but would target only military facilities, Zelensky said, citing growing Ukrainian drone activity over Russia.

France 24

Lockheed carries out missile launches directly from a drone boat - will the US Navy be next?

A crewless sailboat fired two live missiles at RIMPAC, six months after Lockheed and Saildrone started work. The boat sails itself, but a Navy-operated fire control system still makes weapon-deployment decisions.

TechRadar

EU summons Russian envoy, eyes sanctions after Germany drone 'attack'

The European Union summoned Russia's top diplomat and signaled it may impose new sanctions on Wednesday, after last month's drone incident in Germany that the bloc's foreign policy chief branded "state-sponsored terrorism."

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Videos and debris raise questions over alleged US strike on Iranian wedding

On the evening of September 1, a barrage of US missile and drone attacks on a town in southern Iran allegedly struck a wedding ceremony, killing at least five people, including a four-year-old boy. FRANCE 24 geolocated a direct hit to the civilian building where local residents say the wedding…

France 24

Bulletin world briefing: Russia threatens direct strikes on Berlin after drone row

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The Independent UK

EU countries showed 'broad support' for moving forward with visa ban for Russian combatants, Kallas says

EU member states showed "broad support" for moving forward with a visa ban for Russian ex-combatants and tougher rules for Russian tourists, EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas said, as the Leipzig drone attack renews security fears.

Euronews

What Zelensky’s threat to Russian airspace means for the future of war and air travel

Ukraine’s threat may force Putin into negotiations to end the conflict, say experts

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Moscow vows to avoid airspace disruption despite Zelenskiy's aviation warning

Russia pledges to ensure civil aviation safety after Ukrainian drone warnings. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy stated Russian airspace is now dangerous due to drones. Some airlines have cancelled flights and experienced delays at Moscow airports. Russia's transport minister assured that flight safety requirements are constantly improving. Aviation risk advisors predict daily…

The Economic Times

Germany investigates suspected power substation sabotage, Russia summons German envoy

Two incidents that disrupted power distribution systems in Germany are being investigated for sabotage, authorities said Wednesday, while one of them was also being examined for possible terrorism links. Meanwhile Russia said it was summoning Germany's charge d'affaires after Berlin blamed Moscow for last month's attempted drone attack at Leipzig…

France 24

Drone incident in Germany has ‘hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism’, EU's Kallas says

Last month's incident involving an explosive-laden drone at Leipzig airport bears "all the hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism," EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said Wednesday. Germany has blamed Russia for the "hybrid attack". The EU has summoned the Russian envoy, and member states were doing the same, Kallas said.

France 24

Ships adopt makeshift anti-drone defences as Black Sea attacks intensify

To counter the escalating risk of drone assaults from Russia and Ukraine in the Black Sea, vessels passing through the Bosphorus are equipping themselves with additional protective gear like nets and water tanks. This strategic shift follows Ukraine's heightened offensive on Russian export facilities starting in July. Although certain precautions…

The Economic Times

Iran targets US allies in Gulf after overnight attacks, and other Mideast news

Iran has targeted U.S. Gulf allies, firing drones at Kuwait and Bahrain after U.S. airstrikes in Iran

The Independent UK

Von der Leyen: Russian drone incidents in Europe are the 'new normal'

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Europe must prepare for a “new era of European security” after Russia was blamed for a drone sabotage incident last month. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said the Alliance must have the capabilities it needs to address such threats.

Euronews

Russia strikes Ukraine injuring 8 as Moscow, Kyiv trade threats

Overnight, airstrikes from Russia have caused significant damage to structures and injured civilians in Ukraine's Kyiv and Odesa regions. The Ukrainian Air Force confirmed the barrage of drones and missiles fired by Russia. Amid rising tensions, both President Putin and President Zelenskyy exchanged stern threats, sparking fears of further escalation.

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The Independent UK

Bipartisan outrage after Pentagon shuts down elite US Army drone unit training to fight like Ukraine

A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pressing the U.S. Army to explain why it told a unit based in Europe to stop specializing in drone warfare

Latin Times

Germany Formally Blames Russia for Leipzig Airport Drone Bomb Plot

Germany formally blamed Russia for a foiled drone bomb plot at Leipzig/Halle Airport and closed a Russian consulate in response.

The Economic Times

EU to hit back at Russia after drone attack as Germany probes new sabotage cases

European Union members urged new sanctions against Russia after a drone attack. Germany blamed Moscow for the incident, calling it hybrid warfare. Two sabotage cases also occurred in Germany within twenty-four hours. Authorities are investigating vandalism at a substation and damaged power lines. These events coincide with upcoming elections and…

Euronews

Europe vows to stay united as hybrid war activity surges

Europe and Canada have said they won't succumb to the growing number of hybrid attacks from Russia. The show of unity comes as Germany takes the unprecedented step of formally blaming to the Kremlin for a drone incident at Leipzig airport last month.

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The Guardian - UK

Russian airspace becoming unsafe for commercial airlines, Zelenskyy says

Ukraine president says aviation industry needs to take account of growing number of Ukrainian drones in Russia

The Independent UK

Zelensky warns Russian airspace ‘effectively closing’ ahead of drone attacks

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Iran’s currency hits record low – as it happened

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The Economic Times

When roads end, drones carry dead home in flood-hit Nepal

Drones are now carrying the dead home from inaccessible flood-ravaged areas in Nepal. These unmanned aerial vehicles are also delivering vital food and medicine to cut-off communities. AI-enabled drones are assessing villagers' needs through simple questions and responses. The technology proved crucial after roads and bridges were washed away by…

The Guardian - UK

Russian ‘attempts to intimidate Europe will fail’, says EU’s Kallas as Germany blames Moscow for Leipzig drone incident – as it happened

EU’s policy chief says drone incident at German airport ‘had the hallmarks of state-sponsored terrorism’

The Times of India

Germany blames Russia for drone attack attempt at Leipzig/Halle airport

Germany-Russia tensions escalated on Tuesday after Berlin formally blamed Moscow for an attempted drone attack at Leipzig/Halle airport and announced a series of diplomatic and security measures, as police separately investigated two suspected attacks on Germany's electricity network within hours of each other.

The Independent UK

EU's Kallas calls alleged Russian drone plot 'state sponsored terrorism' as Europe mulls a response

The European Union's top diplomat says an attempted attack on a German airport blamed on Russia appears to be “state-sponsored terrorism.”

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