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A Ukrainian drone spotted a wounded soldier who signaled with his military ID, leading to a rapid rescue by the 47th Mechanized Brigade. Ukraine Armed Forces

Ukrainian drone spots wounded soldier, prompts rapid rescue

Former President Donald Trump will virtually attend a virtual pre-sentencing interview related to his New York criminal charges June 10. AP Images

Trump to attend virtual pre-sentencing interview

Israel's campaign in Gaza may be winding down, but a wider conflict between the IDF and Iranian-backed Hezbollah could be brewing. Reuters

With Gaza wrapping up, Israel prepares for fight with Hezbollah

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will address Congress on July 24 to discuss Israel's war against Hamas amid growing U.S. tensions. Getty Images

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress in July

An aging fleet of so-called Doomsday Planes are set to be replaced by 2036. After a 54-year run, Boeing will no longer be running the show, a new company has been awarded the contract to produce the planes. The planes meant for national security in case of a nuclear attack are capable of becoming command center if the unthinkable were to happen, allowing communication between the president and the secretary of defense. DVIDS

US creating new fleet of ‘Doomsday Planes’ that can survive a nuclear attack

Israel struck a Hamas compound in a Gaza school, claiming it killed fighters. Hamas-run media said 30 civilians died. Reuters

Israel targets Hamas compound at Gaza school, dozens reportedly killed

President Joe Biden is among the dozens of world leaders who are commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day in France. Reuters

Biden joins world leaders, veterans for 80th anniversary of D-Day

Philippine marines deny pointing weapons in South China Sea, citing self-defense amid aggressive maneuvers and supply interception by China. Getty Images

‘We have the right to defend ourselves’: Philippines, China tensions rise

Explore the story of America's WWII correspondent, who parachuted with troops into Normandy, ahead of the 80th anniversary of D-Day. DVIDS

America’s first parachuting World War II correspondent: Weapons and Warfare

In recent interview President Joe Biden suggested that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may be prolonging the war in Gaza for political reasons. AP Images

Biden suggests Netanyahu politically motivated to extend war in Gaza

Houthi militants have shot down five U.S. MQ-9 Reapers. The drones are primarily used for ISR, but can carry munitions, like missiles. Telegram

The Houthis are reaping Reapers in the Red Sea

The U.S. military’s new Cyber Command chief and head of the National Security Agency has sounded the alarm about a stealthy Chinese cyber threat to critical American infrastructure. Unlike typical cyber intrusions that steal data or military secrets, this threat sits dormant within civilian systems, primed for disruptive attacks. Reuters

US identifies stealth Chinese cyber threat ‘prepositioning’ in critical infrastructure

The United States have lifted restrictions on weapons it supplies to Ukraine to be used to strike targets within Russia. However, there are still some stipulations for what Ukrainian forces are allowed to strike and how far they can travel into Russian territory. AP Images

Biden OKs Ukraine using US weapons to strike Russia, but with caveats

Ukraine's using small planes loaded with explosives may be a big problem for Russia, but it's one "we all share." DVIDS

Russia is struggling to stop Ukraine’s drone planes. So would NATO.

World Central Kitchen pauses Rafah operations due to Israeli attacks and is relocating north after airstrikes kill 45. World Central Kitchen

World Central Kitchen pauses operations in Rafah after continued strikes

In this episode of Weapons and Warfare, learn about one company that is developing technology to help troops as combat styles evolve. Cubic Defense

New tech is built for the evolving nature of combat: Weapons and Warfare

The SAIC focuses on getting the military a variety of tech quickly, making sure the tools are able to keep up with evolving combat styles. SAIC

Longtime defense contractor creates military tech fast: Weapon of the week

The U.S. military is beginning preparations now for potential escalations in the short- and long-term by utilizing emerging mobile tech. Cubic Defense

US military utilizing emerging tech as outlook on future conflicts evolves

North Korea escalated tensions by launching hundreds of trash and feces-filled balloons into South Korea, violating international law. AP Images

North Korea sends hundreds of balloons carrying feces, trash into South Korea

China has unveiled new robotic dogs with mounted machine guns on their backs. The robodogs will be use Chinese military infantry to assist in operations. Getty Images

How China’s gun-toting robodogs are looking to change combat forever

A new confidential report says that Iran has increased its enriched uranium stockpiles close to weapons-grade levels. AP Images

Tehran nearing nuclear weapon capability, says new confidential report

As tensions rise in the Indo-Pacific, a geopolitical expert asserts that an invasion of Taiwan by China would take less than an hour. He says the quick actions wouldn't give the U.S. enough time to respond immediately. AP Images

If China invades Taiwan, one expert says it could be over in an hour

The U.S. is sending a significant amount of weaponry to Ukraine. However, the White House is restricting how it's used.

Calls grow for Biden to lift restrictions on US weapons in Ukraine

China has launched two days of 'punishment drills' against Taiwan. The Chinese military is surrounding the island with warships, warplanes and jets as it performs the drills, in a show of strength. AP Images

China military surrounds Taiwan, begins ‘punishment drills’ to warn new president