FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 27 | History Defined

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Russians ‘withdraw billions’ from banks amid fears Putin could seize money

The withdrawals are causing liquidity problems in Russia, a senior finance official said

The Independent UK · Aug 18

Trump's slight of South Korea in favor of the North raises broader US security concerns

President Trump reduced joint military exercises with South Korea. This decision raises concerns about United States security interests in Asia. Experts believe this move punishes an ally and encourages an adversary. South Korea has long been a close ally of the United States. The exercises are critical for deterring North…

The Economic Times · Aug 18

Putin to attack NATO member? Russia builds 10 secret drone bases with 59 launch rails as US intelligence warns Kremlin may test alliance with a limited strike

Russia has built secret bases from which it will be able to launch long-range suicide drones deep into Nato territory, as per a report. The Kremlin has built and expanded at least 10 new bases with at least 59 new launch rails. The development comes at a time after US…

The Economic Times · Aug 17

Is America behind Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey Mecca defence pact? Here’s what US President Donald Trump said on 'Islamic NATO'

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey Defence Pact: US President Donald Trump has welcomed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement signed by Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan, calling it an important step towards stronger regional security. Describing the agreement as a "BIG, BOLD, IMPORTANT FIRST STEP", he said he was "very happy" that…

The Economic Times · Aug 17

US backs 'Islamic Nato': Trump calls Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan pact 'big, bold and important step'

US President Donald Trump on Sunday threw his weight behind the newly signed Mecca Joint Defence Agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan, calling it a “big, bold, and important first step”.

The Times of India · Aug 17

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv could hit Russia with domestic ballistic missiles in months, former defence minister says

Mykhailo Fedorov says Ukraine is innovating its arsenal of weapons quickly; Moscow hit with ‘one of the most massive drone attacks’. What we know on day 1,636

The Guardian - AU · Aug 17

Voices: Russia is increasing its attacks on Ukrainian civilians – the West must respond

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Putin is hitting back hard after Ukraine showed it can strike deep into Russian territory. Without the weapons to defend itself, it is the Ukrainian people paying the price

The Independent UK · Aug 16

Nato jets scrambled as suspected Russian drone shot down in Romanian airspace

Romania has recorded numerous airspace incursions by Russian drones over the last four years

The Independent UK · Aug 16

A new ‘NATO of the East?’ Why the Mecca pact isn’t quite what it seems

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have signed the Mecca Joint Defence Pact, a new collective defence arrangement that connects the Middle East with South Asia.

The Conversation · Aug 16

Ukrainian drone attack on Russia kills at least six, says Moscow

Kyiv launches what may be its largest attack wave of war, with fire breaking out at warehouse near Russian capital

The Guardian - UK · Aug 16