Despite Pressure from Allies, France to Deliver Warship to Russia
France will deliver at least one helicopter carrier to Russia, but might cancel the second.
Military
Tripoli Airport Attacked as UN Pull Staff from Libya
Heavy fighting forces the closure of Tripoli’s airport and convinces the United Nations to pull out.
Israel Changes Strategy Against Gaza Militants
The operation marks a shift to lower Israel’s political costs. Has it played into Hamas’ hand?
Ukraine Signs Europe Pact, Recaptures Rebel Stronghold
After finalizing an association agreement with the European Union, Ukraine’s forces retake Sloviansk.
Last of Declared Chemical Weapons Removed from Syria
An international effort to dismantle Syria’s chemical weapons arsenal draws to a close, but Assad could still have poison gasses.
Ukraine Accuses Russia of Sending Tanks to Separatists
Three Ukrainian tanks were supposedly seized by Russia in the Crimea and then given to separatists in the east.
Islamists’ Mosul Offensive Carries Regional Implications
Sunni militants’ conquest of Mosul puts them in a strategically better position vis-à-vis Iraq and Syria.
After Election, Ukraine Renews Offensive Against Separatists
Ukraine’s government interprets its election victory as a mandate for decisive action against the rebels.
Search for Yacht Crew Exposes British Defense Gaps
Without maritime patrol aircraft, Britain is hardly able to commit assets to the search for a missing yacht.
Why Turkey Still Considers Chinese Missile Defenses
Turkey might be trying to pressure its Western allies into making concessions. That is not without risks.
Ukrainian Helicopters Shot Down, Odessa Residents Killed
Violence in southeastern Ukraine escalates as the government retakes a city near the Russian border.
Philippines, United States Sign New Defense Agreement
More than two decades after they were evicted from their bases, American troops will return to the Philippines.
In Response to NATO, Russia Stages Drills on Ukraine’s Border
Russia says its military exercises near the border with Ukraine are a response to NATO war games.
Assad Hails “Turning Point” in War, Rebels Advance on Latakia
While rebels advance on his Alawite homeland, the Syrian leader claims victory is within reach.
Russian Troops on Ukraine Border Spark Fears of Invasion
With Russian troops amassing on Ukraine’s borders, a deeper incursion into its territory seems possible.