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Bapco Energies confirmed that an Iranian drone struck one of its storage facilities on 5 April, igniting a tank fire that was quickly extinguished by Bahraini emergency teams. The incident caused no injuries, and the company is currently assessing damage. This attack follows two missile strikes on the Sitra refinery in March, marking at least the third major Iranian assault on Bahrain’s energy assets. Bapco Energies has previously declared force majeure across its operations in response to the escalating threats.
The piece challenges the prevailing bleak narrative on the U.S. war with Iran, arguing that three common assumptions are wrong. It asserts that America’s alliances remain intact, with a robust coalition of non‑European partners such as Israel, Gulf states, and...
China’s navy has equipped the guided‑missile frigate Qinzhou with an artificial‑intelligence algorithm that highlights blind spots during air‑defense engagements, marking a notable step toward integrated combat capability. The People’s Liberation Army is rolling AI across drones, space and cyber operations,...
US and Israeli forces carried out overnight strikes across Iran, destroying the historic Rafi‑Nia Synagogue in Tehran after a neighboring residential building was hit. Iranian media reported the synagogue was completely demolished, with Torah scrolls scattered among the rubble, while...
The Pentagon’s Defense Innovation Unit has issued an open‑architecture software solicitation to create a real‑time data‑fusion suite for U.S. aircraft operating in the Middle East. The effort, dubbed the “Open Mission Engine,” aims to give pilots a common operating picture...
Russia has reportedly supplied Iran with detailed intelligence on 55 critical Israeli power‑sector targets ahead of a U.S.‑promised “Power Day” strike on Iran’s grid. The intel, confirmed by Israeli and Ukrainian sources, highlights Israel’s isolated electricity network, where a few...
The Houthis are navigating an internal split between a cautious camp that wants to limit engagement and a more activist faction eager to cement their role in Iran’s emerging "axis of resistance." Their hesitation stems from costly lessons learned during...
Italy’s defence minister Guido Crosetto warned that the escalating Iran conflict jeopardises U.S. global leadership, citing the danger of nuclear escalation. He highlighted Italy’s recent refusal to allow U.S. aircraft to use the Sigonella base for Middle‑East operations, reflecting broader NATO...
Russian reconnaissance satellites conducted at least 24 passes over 46 military and critical sites in 11 Middle Eastern countries during March 21‑31, sharing high‑resolution imagery with Iran. The data preceded Iranian missile and drone attacks on bases, including a strike on...
Ukrainian troops used a small FPV drone to transport a cat and a dog 7.5 miles from the front lines to a shelter, according to animal‑rights group UAnimals. The operation followed the injury of a soldier who had been caring...
Since 2020, loitering munitions have reshaped anti‑air warfare, offering high‑impact strikes at a fraction of traditional missile costs. In Pakistan, the Air Force and Navy are accelerating investments in electronic‑warfare, high‑powered microwave, and high‑energy laser C‑UAS systems to counter swarming...
The European Union’s foreign‑policy engine is grinding to a halt as unanimity rules let a single member block critical actions, from a €90 billion (≈$98 bn) loan for Ukraine to sanctions on West Bank settlers. Germany and Sweden are spearheading a push...
South Australian veteran-owned firms ARES Armaments Australia and Aimpoint have signed a partnership to expand defence manufacturing workforce solutions, announced at the Avalon Airshow. The agreement includes a Certificate IV in Explosive Ordnance Manufacture, apprenticeship programmes and recruitment strategies aimed...
General Atomics halted flight testing of its YFQ‑42A “Dark Merlin” after a crash on take‑off at its California airport, launching a formal investigation. No injuries were reported, and the company said testing will resume once safety is assured. The incident...
China issued notice to air missions (NOTAMs) reserving unlimited offshore airspace over the Yellow Sea and East China Sea from March 27 to May 6, a 40‑day period unusually long for military drills. The alerts, typically used for temporary hazards,...
