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Advocates report that 51 people have disappeared during Ecuador's military operations, with families alleging enforced disappearances amid ongoing security crackdowns.
Ukrainian drones struck multiple Russian Geran-2 drone launch positions, air defense units, and warehouses at Donetsk International Airport, which Russia uses as a military logistics hub in the Donbas region. The operation was carried out by Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces.
A Russian drone struck a trolleybus in the city of Zaporizhzhia. Casualties and damage are being assessed.
Despite US-brokered ceasefires, ongoing violence including fire and attacks persists in Gaza, southern Lebanon, northern Israel, and Kuwait, indicating ceasefire non-compliance.
Iran's Foreign Minister stated that if US President Donald Trump governs with reason, he will not return to war, signaling a conditional diplomatic opening.
A joint India-Russia project to develop cryogenic rocket engines has collapsed, with US sanctions and Missile Technology Control Regime restrictions cited as the primary obstacles, impacting India's space ambitions and strategic ties with Russia.
Iran's Foreign Minister publicly stated that the United States experienced Iran's military capability during the 40-day war, signaling confidence in Iran's deterrence and a rejection of US pressure.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that while no formal negotiation format currently exists, messages are being exchanged between Iran and the United States, indicating ongoing indirect communication amid heightened tensions.
Iran's Foreign Minister announced that Iranian forces are prepared to resume the war, escalating rhetoric amid ongoing tensions.
Iran's Foreign Minister announced that Iranian forces are ready to strike Israel at any moment, escalating rhetoric amid ongoing tensions and nuclear negotiations with the US.
Former Mexican President Lopez Obrador accused US officials of attempting to weaken the governing Morena party through investigations and propaganda, amid rising bilateral tensions.
An analysis suggests the US focus on tensions with Iran is diverting attention and resources away from supporting Ukraine in its war against Russia, potentially impacting Kyiv's position.
