#airstrikes
#airstrikes

Are the U.S. and Iran Inching Toward War?

The US and UK conducted airstrikes on the Iran-backed Houthi militia in Yemen, while the US also conducted airstrikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq and Syria.

The conflict between the US and Iran-backed fighters is escalating, raising concerns about the potential for a larger war. [ more ]

www.npr.org

Pakistan launches retaliatory airstrikes on Iran after Tehran attack

Pakistan's air force launched retaliatory airstrikes on Iran after an attack on Pakistani soil, raising tensions between the two nations.

The airstrikes imperil diplomatic relations between Iran and Pakistan, as the two countries have long regarded each other with suspicion over militant attacks. [ more ]

www.npr.org

US news

Up First briefing: Pakistan attacks Iran; Maine court holds Trump ballot decision

Pakistan launched airstrikes on Iran, killing at least nine people.

The conflict between Pakistan and Iran is playing out in Balochistan, an area straddling both countries where separatists, militants, and smugglers are active. [ more ]

HuffPost

Pakistan Launches Retaliatory Airstrikes In Iran, Killing 9

Pakistan retaliates with airstrikes in Iran, raising tensions between the two neighboring nations

The strikes target Baluch militant groups on both sides of the Iran-Pakistan border [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

The Regional War No One Wanted Is Here. How Wide Will It Get?

The Israeli-Hamas war has escalated into a regional conflict, raising concerns about its intensity and containment.

President Biden's decision to unleash airstrikes on Yemen is a clear shift in strategy to deter Iranian provocations. [ more ]

moreiran

yemen

www.independent.co.uk

UK and US attack Yemen's main oil port after Houthis strike British tanker

US and UK launch airstrikes on port in Yemen's Hodeidah province

Houthi rebels increase attacks on vessels in the Red Sea [ more ]

Truthout

Left-wing politics

Biden's Illegal Bombing of Yemen Intensifies the Risk of Regional War

Yemen's Houthi movement began attacking commercial ships in the Red Sea in response to Israel's assault on Gaza and will continue until there is a ceasefire.

The U.S. and U.K. have conducted multiple airstrikes in Yemen, signaling a sustained campaign against the Iran-backed group disrupting international sea lanes. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

UK politics

Fresh US/UK airstrikes send clear message' to Houthis, says Cameron

US and UK airstrikes in Yemen were meant to show support and action from the British government.

The Labour party was not briefed ahead of the airstrikes and is calling for more information on the government's strategy. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Houthi strikes show Britain backs words and warnings with action', Lord Cameron says

The UK and US have launched fresh airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen, targeting missile storage sites and launchers.

The strikes are in response to continued attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden trade routes. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

US and UK launch new joint precision' attack on Houthis - live

The UK and US conducted fresh airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen to disrupt their capabilities and protect global trade.

The airstrikes were significantly smaller than the previous joint operation, targeting specific missile systems, air defense systems, and radars. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Israel-Hamas War: U.S. Strikes Houthis Again as Tensions in Region Rise

The United States conducted airstrikes on Houthi military sites in Yemen for the fourth time in a week.

The strikes destroyed 14 missiles and their launchers as the Houthis were preparing to fire them. [ more ]

moreyemen

www.dw.com

3 weeks ago

JavaScript

Middle East updates: Israel intensifies airstrikes on Rafah DW 04/25/2024

The IDF is conducting airstrikes on Rafah in preparation for a ground offensive against Hamas units. [ more ]

www.france24.com

1 month ago

France news

Live: Gaza aid delivery chaos turns deadly amid gunfire, stampede

Humanitarian crisis in Gaza with deaths during aid delivery

Continued violence and casualties in the Israel-Hamas conflict [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

1 month ago

Three killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine as Kyiv calls for more weapons

Russia attacks eastern and southern Ukraine in retaliation for border shelling incidents. Kyiv requests additional Patriot air defense systems to combat missile strikes. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 700

Russia carried out massive airstrikes on Ukraine, resulting in numerous casualties and damage to infrastructure.

Ukraine is requesting more support from Western allies, particularly in terms of ammunition and air defense systems. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Tuesday Briefing

A U.S.-owned cargo vessel was struck by an anti-ship ballistic missile fired by Houthi fighters off the coast of Yemen.

The Houthi attacks have disrupted a vital trade route to and from the Suez Canal, prompting U.S.-led airstrikes and potential further military responses. [ more ]

www.dw.com

German arms makers boost supplies for Ukraine DW 01/16/2024

Russia is significantly increasing its production of ammunition for small arms and tanks, showcasing its strength in the arms race with Ukraine

Russia has been carrying out heavy missile and drone airstrikes on Ukraine, targeting areas with limited air defense systems [ more ]

Theregister

2 months ago

Artificial intelligence

US military pulls the trigger, uses AI to target air strikes

The US Department of Defense deploys machine learning algorithms in airstrikes on targets in Iraq and Syria.

Project Maven started in 2017 to use object recognition software for drone footage, involving tech firms beyond Google. [ more ]

The American Conservative

The 'Adults' Are Not Back in Charge of U.S. Foreign Policy

The Biden administration is perpetuating conflicts abroad instead of resolving them, damaging America's diplomatic credibility.

Airstrikes in Yemen by the US have led to further destabilization in the region, with retaliatory actions from Iran and Pakistan. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

6 months ago

US announces fresh strikes on Iran-linked sites in Syria

The US conducted airstrikes on Iran-linked sites in Syria in response to attacks on American forces.

This is the third time in less than three weeks that the US military has targeted locations in Syria tied to Iran. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk