Houthi Attacks on Yemeni Government Forces Raise Fears of Wider Conflict

Missile and drone attacks launched by Yemen’s Houthi movement against government military positions have significantly escalated tensions in the country, raising concerns that the years-long conflict could enter a new and more violent phase. The strikes, which targeted military camps in Hadramout and Marib on Thursday, left at least 30 government soldiers dead and 15 others injured, according to reports cited by Al Jazeera.

Russia Drops Record Number of Glide Bombs on Ukraine as Casualties Mount, Kyiv Claims

Russia intensified its aerial campaign against Ukraine in July by launching a record number of glide bombs while also increasing ballistic missile attacks, according to Ukrainian officials. The escalation came as Kyiv claimed Russian forces suffered their highest monthly casualty figures of the year, even as Moscow continued to rely on long-range strikes to maintain pressure on Ukraine.

Iran to Receive Chinese Air Defence Systems Within Weeks, Sources Say

Iran Chinese air defence deal is reportedly set to move forward within weeks, with Tehran expected to receive an initial shipment of Chinese-made shoulder-fired air-defence systems, according to three sources familiar with the deal cited by Reuters. The reported agreement comes as Iran seeks to rebuild and strengthen its air-defence capabilities following months of conflict involving the United States and Israel.