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NATO airspace breaches by Russian drones underscore European security risks, Kirby says

The U.S. is “watching closely” and “in close touch with Allies and partners” after Russian drones violated NATO airspace in Latvia and Romania, National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby said during the Sept. 9 press briefing.

10 September 2024, 12:46 PM

Belarusian fighter jet engages Russian drone entering its airspace

A Russian drone entered Belarusian airspace during the latest mass drone attack on Ukraine in the early hours of Aug. 29, according to the monitoring group Belarusian Hajun.

29 August 2024, 01:50 PM

Space body flies over Ukraine: social media users discuss nature of phenomenon

A space object was seen falling in several regions of Ukraine overnight on Aug. 16. In particular, the phenomenon was seen in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Sumy oblasts, according to posts in various regional social media groups.

17 August 2024, 12:55 PM

Europe's Ariane 6 heavy rocket successfully launches from French Guiana spaceport on first attempt – Video

Europe's new Ariane 6 heavy rocket, which replaced the decommissioned Ariane 5, has made its first successful flight from the European spaceport in French Guiana on July 9.

10 July 2024, 02:23 PM

Russia violates Finland's airspace for the first time since Finland joined NATO

A Russian military aircraft violated Finland's airspace over the Gulf of Finland near the Finnish city of Loviisa on June 10 - the first time since Finland joined NATO, Finland's Defense Ministry reported.

11 June 2024, 11:05 AM

Major Iranian airports cancel flights amid possible Israeli retaliation fears

Several Iranian airports, including the capital's Imam Khomeini International, have suspended all flights until the morning of April 15 following Tehran's overnight drone and missile attack on Israel, Reuters reported on April 14, citing Iranian state media.

14 April 2024, 05:24 PM

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