Andrey Marochko stated that Lugansk is currently being targeted every day. He noted that Kiev has stepped up strikes on the LPR ahead of planned talks on Ukraine.

Iran has retained significant offensive capability, but civilians and critical infrastructure remain largely exposed.

- Iran signalled on Monday that it could clear the Strait of Hormuz for shipping in as little as two days, provided Washington meets its demands — a move that came as US President Donald Trump fired off a fresh warning of military action while campaigning for the midterm elections.

King tells parliament attackers ‘are not of us’ and warns that Israeli expansionism is greatest threat to the region.