Missile

Next week, NATO and Ukraine will convene in Brussels to discuss Russia's recent launch of an experimental hypersonic missile, according to diplomatic sources. This assembly of the NATO-Ukraine Council is scheduled for Tuesday and will take place at the ambassadorial level. The meeting was initiated by Ukraine in response to the missile strike that struck the city of Dnipro, officials reported. A NATO spokeswoman stated, "The deployment of such a missile won't alter the conflict's trajectory or dissuade NATO allies from…

High-ranking Russian officials are expressing outrage over claims that President Joe Biden has given Ukraine the green light to utilize long-range missiles, specifically provided by the U.S., to target locations deep within Russian territory. This marks a potential pivot in U.S. policy regarding the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, although no official confirmation of such a decision has been made. Maria Butina, a member of the Russian parliament, warned that this move could catapult us toward World War III. "I genuinely…

SANAA, Yemen — "On Tuesday, Iran's Houthi allies unleashed a barrage of missiles and drones aiming at U.S. navy ships sailing in the Red Sea close to Yemen," stated a Pentagon representative. In a brazen display of force, eight drones, five ballistic missiles, and three cruise missiles homed in on the USS Stockdale and USS Spruance as they journeyed through Bab al-Mandeb strait. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) personnel managed to fend off the onslaught successfully. No damage occurred, and all…

A Russian missile struck a residential apartment complex in Kryvyi Rih, central Ukraine, resulting in injuries to at least seven individuals and leaving several others trapped beneath the debris, according to officials. Among the injured were two young children, as reported by regional governor Serhiy Lysak via the Telegram messaging app. The missile assault wreaked havoc on apartments stretching from the first to the fifth floors. Images shared by authorities showcased a devastated roof and floors that had caved in,…

In a heartbreaking incident, a missile strike from Russia devastated the city of Zaporizhzhia in southeastern Ukraine, resulting in the tragic loss of six lives and injuring at least 20 others. Furthermore, the attack obliterated a significant infrastructure facility, as reported by Ukrainian officials. Ivan Fedorov, the governor of the region, took to the Telegram messaging platform to inform the public that a fire had ignited in the aftermath of this assault. However, specifics regarding the nature of the facility hit…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed that long-time adversary Iran would face repercussions for its missile barrage on Israel this past Tuesday. Meanwhile, Tehran threatened with promises of massive destruction should retaliation occur, intensifying worries about a broader conflict in the region.As Washington rallied unwavering support for Israel, Iran's military warned that any direct involvement by Israel's allies would trigger a powerful response, targeting their bases and assets scattered throughout the…

China has confirmed the test-launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), marking its first such exercise in decades as it fell into the expanse of the Pacific Ocean. In recent years, China has ramped up its nuclear capabilities and increased its defense expenditure. Back in October 2022, the Pentagon cautioned that China's development of its nuclear arsenal was outpacing United States expectations more swiftly than anticipated. As of May 2023, China reportedly possessed over 500 operational nuclear warheads.…

Turkey Eyes Somalia for Missile and Rocket Launch Site Turkey, in its latest strategic maneuver, is contemplating using Somalia as a launch site for missiles, as reported by Turkiye Today. This signals a burgeoning alliance between the two nations, who have seen their relationship strengthen in recent months. Considerations of defense and infrastructure projects focus on the Somali Peninsula, with Turkey’s new space ventures poised to display its military prowess on a global stage. Lately, Turkey has not only provided…

For years, Turkey has harbored dreams of joining the elite group of nations in the space game. Ambitious plans to launch their rockets are in the works and could take off from Somalia. Insiders suggest that Turkish officials are optimistic about Somalia's approval for such a venture. However, Turkey’s defense ministry refused to offer any comments on the matter. A phone call to Hussein Sheikh-Ali, the national security adviser to Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, yielded no comments either. Meanwhile, Abdi Ahmed…