The U.S. Department of war is reportedly drafting a revised classified nuclear strategy led by defence planners to give the Commander-in-Chief new options in regional conflicts. The policy focuses on integrating lower-yield tactical nuclear weapons to defend allies from attacks by Russia or China. We break down what tactical nukes are, and what this strategy means for NATO allies.

Trump Goes Nuclear, Prepares for War with China, Russia | GRAVITAS 

Reports claim U.S. President Donald Trump clashed with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over concerns about shrinking U.S. munitions stockpiles amid ongoing military operations. According to reports, Trump sought answers over missile shortages and the Pentagon's preparedness, while the White House has disputed accounts of a major confrontation and insists the United States has sufficient weapons supplies.

Donald Trump Reportedly Clashed with Pete Hegseth Over the Shortage of Munitions 

The United States is reportedly continuing discussions on allowing Ukraine to produce Patriot interceptor missiles, despite President Donald Trump expressing reservations about transferring such advanced defense technology.

According to Reuters, U.S. officials, defense manufacturers, and Ukrainian representatives are exploring several options, including producing selected Patriot missile components for final assembly in Germany, integrating Ukraine into existing European production programs, or manufacturing a lower-cost PAC-3 interceptor variant.

Trump has emphasized the need to protect sensitive U.S. defense technology, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy continues to call for more air defense systems as Russia intensifies missile and drone attacks.

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A major security alert was triggered at Germany's Leipzig/Halle Airport after authorities discovered an explosive-laden drone near a Ukrainian Antonov cargo aircraft. Flights were diverted for several hours as bomb disposal teams deployed a robot to safely remove the detonator from the unmanned aerial vehicle.

The airport plays a crucial role in transporting military supplies for the German Armed Forces and NATO allies and also serves as a key base for Ukraine's Antonov Airlines. German officials described the incident as extremely serious and launched a full-scale investigation into the drone's origin and those responsible.

Germany's Interior Minister urged caution against speculation, saying investigators are examining every possible angle, including the possibility of foreign involvement. Officials also warned that the incident reflects the growing hybrid security threats facing Europe.

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Ukraine launched one of its biggest drone attacks on Russia, killing at least eight people and striking multiple regions overnight. Russian officials said Ukrainian drones hit a Wildberries warehouse in the Samara region, triggering a major fire, while Moscow claimed its air defenses intercepted 635 drones during the assault.

The attack reached nearly 800 kilometers inside Russian territory, highlighting Kyiv's growing long-range strike capability. Authorities continue to assess the damage as tensions between Russia and Ukraine escalate further.

Stay tuned for the latest updates on the Russia-Ukraine war, military developments, and global geopolitical news.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has claimed that Russia used a North Korean ballistic missile during its latest wave of attacks on Ukraine.

According to Ukrainian officials, Russia launched 74 missiles and 284 drones in an overnight barrage that struck multiple locations, including central Ukraine, where several civilians, including children, were killed.

Zelenskyy called for increased military support from Western allies, urging the United States and Europe to strengthen Ukraine's air defenses. Meanwhile, Poland has accused Russia of violating its airspace after a missile explosion near the Ukrainian border. Polish authorities say evidence points to a Russian KH-101 cruise missile, while NATO has pledged to take all necessary measures to defend alliance territory.

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#Gravitas U.S. Officials say Beijing is rapidly narrowing America's long-standing advantage in orbit by building one of the world's largest surveillance satellite networks. 

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China has showcased its advanced YJ-20 hypersonic anti-ship missile, a weapon that analysts believe could significantly challenge the dominance of U.S. aircraft carriers in the Pacific.

State media footage reportedly shows a Chinese Type 055 destroyer launching the YJ-20, also known as the Eagle Strike-20. The missile is designed to travel at hypersonic speeds, maneuver during flight, and evade interception, making it one of Beijing's most advanced anti-ship weapons.

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The Trump administration is facing mounting criticism over how US military casualties from the Iran conflict are being reported. A controversy erupted after four American service members who died during the conflict temporarily disappeared from the Pentagon's casualty reporting website before reappearing under a different category.

Critics argue the reclassification could obscure the true human cost of the conflict and influence legal and political debates surrounding the war. Democratic lawmakers have demanded greater transparency, while questions continue over whether the administration's reporting complies with the War Powers Act and provides the public with a complete picture of US military losses.

Pentagon Under Fire Over Iran War Casualty Records | Trump Administration Faces Backlash

Iran has unveiled a new military strategy by deploying coordinated drone and ballistic missile swarm attacks designed to overwhelm advanced US-allied air defense systems across the Gulf. As the US-Iran conflict intensifies, Tehran has launched fresh retaliatory strikes targeting American military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, while the IRGC claims its precision attacks damaged key US military infrastructure. Meanwhile, the United States has expanded its air campaign, striking Iranian coastal defense systems, missile launch sites, and military facilities near the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump has warned that Washington is prepared to intensify attacks, including targeting Iran's power plants and bridges, unless Tehran returns to the negotiating table. With both sides escalating military operations, concerns are growing that the conflict could widen into a broader regional war. Watch the full report for the latest updates, expert analysis, and key developments from the rapidly evolving US-Iran crisis.

Iran vs US escalation: Iran's new drone strategy overwhelms air defenses 

<p>India's Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Vivek Raghuvanshi, a freelance journalist and former Navy commander in an espionage case under the country's Official Secrets Act. Raghuvanshi has been charged for an alleged illegal collection of sensitive information about the Defence Research Development Organisation (DRDO) and the army and sharing them with intelligence agencies of other countries.</p>

<p>Raghuvanshi's arrest follows CBI's searches in 12 locations in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Jaipur in connection with the case on Tuesday.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/drdo-espionage-case-who-is-pradeep-kurulkar-honey-trapped-scientist-accused-of-spying-589120">India | DRDO espionage case: Who is Pradeep Kurulkar? Honey-trapped scientist accused of spying</a></strong></p>

<p>“During the investigation, certain documents containing sensitive information were recovered from the possession of the accused. Today, the CBI has conducted searches at 12 locations at the premises of the accused and others in an ongoing investigation of a case registered under Section 3 of the Official Secret Act and Section 120-B of the Indian Penal Code,” a CBI spokesperson had said on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Raghuvanshi is accused of collecting "sensitive" and "minute" details of DRDO and army projects.</p>

<p>The CBI had registered a case on December 9 last year against Raghuvanshi after he was accused of being involved in the illegal collection of sensitive information including the minute details of the DRDO defence projects and their progress.</p>

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<p>He is also accused of collecting sensitive details about the future procurement of Indian armed forces which reveal the strategic preparedness of country's classified communications and information relating to national security, details of the strategic and diplomatic talks of India with its friendly countries and sharing such classified information with intelligence agencies of foreign countries, it was revealed.</p>

<h2><strong>Vivek Raghuvanshi and journalism</strong></h2>

<p>Raghuvanshi writes for Defense News, a Tysons, Virginia-headquartered&nbsp;American news website, which also covers politics, business, and technology.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Defense News mentions Raghuvanshi’s name as its India correspondent for defence news.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On LinkedIn, Raghuvanshi writes he is the India Bureau Chief at Defense News with a reporting experience of over 32 years.</p>

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India's Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Vivek Raghuvanshi, a freelance journalist and former Navy commander in an espionage case under the country's Official Secrets Act.

India's Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Vivek Raghuvanshi, a freelance journalist and former Navy commander in an espionage case under the country's Official Secrets Act. Raghuvanshi has been charged for an alleged illegal collection of sensitive information about the Defence Research Development Organisation (DRDO) and the army and sharing them with intelligence agencies of other countries. Raghuvanshi's arrest follows CBI's searches in 12 locations in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Jaipur in connection with the case on Tuesday. ALSO READ | India | DRDO espionage case: Who is Pradeep Kurulkar? Honey-trapped scientist accused of spying “During the investigation, certain documents containing sensitive information were recovered from the possession of the accused. Today, the CBI has conducted searches at 12 locations at the premises of the accused and others in an ongoing investigation of a case registered under Section 3 of the Official Secret Act and Section 120-B of the Indian Penal Code,” a CBI spokesperson had said on Tuesday. Raghuvanshi is accused of collecting "sensitive" and "minute" details of DRDO and army projects. The CBI had registered a case on December 9 last year against Raghuvanshi after he was accused of being involved in the illegal collection of sensitive information including the minute details of the DRDO defence projects and their progress. ALSO WATCH | WION Fineprint: US cracks down on Chinese industrial espionage × He is also accused of collecting sensitive details about the future procurement of Indian armed forces which reveal the strategic preparedness of country's classified communications and information relating to national security, details of the strategic and diplomatic talks of India with its friendly countries and sharing such classified information with intelligence agencies of foreign countries, it was revealed. Vivek Raghuvanshi and journalism Raghuvanshi writes for Defense News, a Tysons, Virginia-headquartered American news website, which also covers politics, business, and technology. Defense News mentions Raghuvanshi’s name as its India correspondent for defence news. On LinkedIn, Raghuvanshi writes he is the India Bureau Chief at Defense News with a reporting experience of over 32 years. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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