The South Caucasus News - SouthCaucasusNews.comBloomberg: Keir Starmer signaled Ukraine can use Britain’s Storm Shadow missiles to strike military targets inside Russia, confirming he would continue the previous UK government’s policy on the use of its long-range weapons in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Starmer agreed it was up to Ukraine how it used the Storm Shadow…
AP: Police in Iran shut down the Turkish Airlines office in the capital of Tehran, Iranian media reported Tuesday, after female employees there apparently refused to wear the mandatory headscarf, or hijab, in an act of defiance of the country’s law.
The semi-official Tasnim news agency said police…
Reuters: Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov urged his compatriots throughout Europe on Tuesday to sign up for a Ukrainian legion to be based in neighbouring Poland, describing it as a key step in improving battle readiness with Western help.
The creation of the unit, part of a security agreement…
In a latest move aimed at bolstering Ukraine’s defense capabilities, NATO has pledged to provide four new Patriot missile systems and dozens of other interceptors to the country. This commitment was announced following high-level meetings among NATO member states, marking a historic step in the US-led bloc’s support for Ukraine amidst ongoing tensions in the region.
The decision to supply these advanced air defense systems underscores NATO’s ongoing commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Patriot systems, renowned for their effectiveness in intercepting incoming missiles and aircraft, are expected to significantly enhance Ukraine’s defensive posture.
The new Patriot systems will be accompanied by dozens of additional interceptors, further strengthening Ukraine‘s air defense network. These interceptors are designed to detect, track, and neutralize incoming threats, providing a comprehensive shield against various aerial attacks.