Browsing: War and Conflict

A Norwegian teenager, Johannes Kongsnes Natland, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for planning an assassination in the UK, lured by a €25,000 contract. Arrested in March 2025, police uncovered firearms in his hotel room, linked to the Foxtrot Network, a Swedish criminal gang.

US President Donald Trump has suggested Ukraine needs a new leader, stating President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has failed to negotiate an end to Russia’s invasion. His remarks were welcomed by Russian officials and coincide with Zelenskyy’s criticism of a US deal that facilitates Russian diesel exports amidst rising global fuel prices.

Tehran has denied any involvement in the incident at the US-used airbase, where police discovered petrol but no explosives. Five suspects associated with the event were released on bail, further distancing Iran from potential culpability in the situation.

The US military completed its troop withdrawal from Iraq, prompting mixed reactions in Iraq on the final day of US-led coalition withdrawal.

Iran’s UN address follows Trump’s threats as the US war on Iran continues, with Anderson highlighting misreadings of Iran’s resilience.

US intelligence has warned of a planned Russian drone attack targeting France, Italy, and Spain, using drones launched from ships in the Mediterranean.

Russia launched daylight drone attacks on Kyiv, killing two and injuring 23 ahead of President Zelenskyy’s address at the UN. The strikes damaged buildings, ignited fires, and disrupted the city’s rail network, prompting warnings from Ukrainian officials as attacks escalate across the region.

French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney underscored their commitment to strengthening ties during a summit in Saint Pierre and Miquelon. The leaders discussed cooperation in fisheries, regional security, and energy, amidst heightened tensions with the United States and a proposed “associate member” status for Canada in the European Union.

Emergency doctor Pierre Catoire describes challenges of caring for civilians in conflict zones, including risks to healthcare workers.

During a visit to his Irish golf course, US President Donald Trump expressed support for the reunification of Ireland, describing it as “fantastic.” Meeting with Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Trump stated, “It’s going to happen eventually,” while acknowledging the UK’s role in the matter.