Russian Iskander-M missile strike with cluster munition hits large Ukrainian Army convoy.

The source says two HIMARS launchers and escort vehicles were present in the convoy.

EU lied about its artillery production.

— An investigation has found that Europe's artillery shell production for Ukraine is significantly lower than officially claimed.

— European Commission claimed production of 1 million 155mm shells annually as of January 2024.

— EU Commissioner Thierry Breton projected 1.7 million shells annually by end of 2024.

— Investigation suggests actual production is around 550,000 shells annually or even less.

Rheinmetall document: EU production at 550,000 shells annually.

Estonian defense ministry: 480,000 to 700,000 shells produced in 2023.

One industry source: Less than 500,000 shells by end of 2024.

#BREAKING Hezbollah released new drone footage that exposes sensitive Israeli military and infrastructure sites at Golan Heights.

The drones, nicknamed "Hoopoe", were able to bypass Israeli air defenses and return to Lebanon undetected yet again.

A delegation from North Korea's elite military training institution, the Kim Il Sung Military University, has departed for Russia.

This marks the first military exchange between North Korea and Russia since their leaders signed a cooperation pact.

3 Russian soldiers captured by Ukrainian forces today.

U.S. officials believe Russia is unlikely to make significant territorial gains in Ukraine in the coming months.

— Some officials believe Ukraine could emerge victorious by moving closer to NATO and Europe, even without reclaiming all lost territory.

— Neither Russia nor Ukraine is seen as capable of significantly changing battle lines.

— The U.S. and allies are focusing on long-term investments to help Ukraine hold its position and wear out Russia.

Source: NYT

Terror organization PKK has shifted to using First-Person View (FPV) drones, particularly "kamikaze" drones against Turkish forces in northern Iraq recently.

— In June 2024, the PKK conducted at least 17 FPV drone attacks against the Turkish army, causing minor material damage.

— The PKK has established FPV drone-manufacturing workshops in areas between Sulaymaniyah and Qandil in northern Iraq.

— They've set up a supply chain for materials through Ukraine, European drone markets, Georgia, and Iran.
The group is also acquiring technology from China and Iran.

— The PKK is working on enhancing Chinese-made drones with improved signal and receiver systems.

— They aim to produce their own drone bodies and engines. Efforts are underway to develop ammunition and payloads for FPV drones, including armor-piercing ammunition.

— The group is working on improving data transmission quality, increasing drone range, and enhancing tracking and striking precision.

— The PKK is utilizing its networks in Syria and international funding for these developments. They may have access to munitions developed in Ukraine.

— The group is reportedly receiving software support from Iran.

— Türkiye has deployed anti-drone systems like the Korkut at its bases in Iraq.

— Note that FPV drones are vulnerable to electronic warfare.

Source: MEE

Last moments of Iranian Navy's Sahand frigate before it completely sank.

Hiroshima, Japan on March 1946.

— Atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945 killed between 129,000 and 226,000 people.

— The uranium bomb, nicknamed "Little Boy" destroyed around 70% of the city's buildings.

— The explosion killed an estimated 70,000 people instantly, with many more dying from radiation exposure and injuries in the following days.

Hamas sniper takes down IDF soldier in Gaza.

#BREAKING $320 million US Army Gaza pier to be officially "permanently dismantled".

Ukrainian soldier after losing part of both arms trains to fly Ukrainian FPV drone pilots in his new condition to continue fighting.