Politics
Ukraine and the Netherlands signed a joint statement following negotiations in Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten held talks in Kyiv and signed a joint statement between the two countries. The parties discussed support for Ukraine, defence cooperation and sanctions against Russia.
The US is sending drones tested in Ukraine to the Middle East to combat Iranian drones
The US Army is deploying anti-drone systems to the Middle East that were previously used during the war in Ukraine. They are planned to be used to counter Iranian drone attacks in the region.
The Swedish Coast Guard took control of a ship flying an unidentified flag in the Baltic Sea.
The Swedish Coast Guard reported the seizure of a vessel flying an unidentified flag in Swedish waters in the Baltic Sea. Inspections and investigations are ongoing on board.
Ships in the Persian Gulf began calling themselves Chinese to avoid Iranian attacks
Some ships in the Persian Gulf that are under threat of attack are changing their transponder signals and identifying themselves as Chinese. Crews are taking these measures in an attempt to reduce the risk of attack.
Trump realises he needs Europe now that he is waging war in Iran
Following the start of the US military campaign against Iran, Donald Trump's administration is forced to rely on the infrastructure and geographical capabilities of its European allies. This includes military bases, airspace and logistics routes, which remain important for the operation.
China prepares to assist Iran
American intelligence has information about China's possible preparations to provide assistance to Iran amid the war in the region. This includes financial support, spare parts and components for missiles.
Iranian president rejects Trump's demand for "unconditional surrender"
The Iranian leader stated that Tehran would not capitulate, while expressing readiness for a diplomatic settlement of the conflict.
The President of Iran promised to stop attacks on Persian Gulf countries, but set a condition
Iran has declared its readiness to refrain from attacking neighbouring Persian Gulf states if their territories are not used to launch strikes against Tehran.
Israel launched massive air strikes on Iran: more than 80 fighter jets dropped 230 bombs
The Israeli military reported a large-scale night-time operation against Iranian military targets in Tehran and the central part of the country.
Trump announced a sharp increase in arms production in the United States
The US president announced plans for a large-scale expansion of the defence industry after meeting with the heads of leading military corporations.
Azerbaijan announces foiling of terrorist plot: representatives of Iran's Quds Force detained
Azerbaijani special services reported that they had prevented a series of terrorist attacks, which, according to their information, were being planned by representatives of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Trump dodged questions about possible Russian assistance to Iran
The US president declined to comment on speculation about Russia's involvement in supporting Iran during the conflict in the Middle East.
