Ukrainian strike on Bryansk plant destroys Belarus-made equipment

"As proof, the organization cited one of the contracts, under which OJSC Planar delivered four installations to the Kremniy El plant worth nearly $4 million in 2023 and 2024.

BelPol noted that Kremniy El is only one of the enterprises receiving equipment from the Belarusian company OJSC Planar.
The Belarusian enterprise also supplies equipment to Moscow, Kaluga, Tomsk, Novosibirsk, Nizhny Novgorod and other Russian cities.
Ukraine’s General Staff confirmed that the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck the Bryansk microelectronics plant Kremniy El with air-launched Storm Shadow missiles." msn

5.3 Earthquake - 237 km ESE of Attu Station, Alaska

"A strong magnitude 5.3 earthquake occurred in the Bering Sea near Buldir Island island,

USA, in the morning at 7.21 am local time (GMT -9). The depth of the quake could not be determined, but is assumed to be shallow. The quake was not felt (or at least not reported so)." VD

201 Ukrainians now in Middle East helping counter Iranian drone attacks, Zelensky says

"Ukraine has deployed 201 specialists experienced in countering Iranian-made Shahed-type

attack drones to the Middle East and Gulf region, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced.
Kyiv has developed extensive expertise in countering Iranian-made Shahed-type attack drones since Russia began using them widely in attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure in 2022.
"Right now, there are 201 Ukrainians in the Middle East and Gulf region, and another 34 are ready to deploy," Zelensky said during an address to the British parliament. "These are military experts, experts who know how to help, how to defend against such drones." KI

Russian “mole” directing strikes on Odesa exposed in Ukraine’s Border Guard Service

"A sailor of the Maritime Guard of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine has been exposed for cooperating with Russia’s FSB.

It was established that, on instructions from the Russians, the border guard identified combat positions of mobile fire groups, radar stations, and anti-aircraft batteries protecting the skies over Odesa.
Using the data collected by the agent, the invaders had hoped to prepare a new series of missile and drone strikes on the city while bypassing air defenses.
Among the enemy’s main targets were locations where Ukrainian troops involved in combat operations on the southern front are concentrated." Ukrin

Russia attacks Ukraine with 178 drones, 154 downed

"Russian forces have attacked Ukraine with 178 Shahed, Gerbera and Italmas attack UAVs

and other types of drones since the evening. Ukrainian air defenses have downed 154 UAVs, but hits have been recorded at 12 locations. The attack is ongoing.
The drones were launched from the Russian cities of Bryansk, Oryol, Kursk, Millerovo and Primorsko-Akhtarsk as well as from Hvardiiske and Cape Chauda in temporarily occupied Crimea.
About 110 of the UAVs were Shahed loitering munitions.
Aircraft, anti-aircraft missile units, electronic warfare assets, unmanned systems units and mobile fire groups from Ukraine's defense forces have been involved in repelling the attack." msn

Ukraine strikes Russian-occupied Melitopol, setting off explosions, fires

"Ukraine struck the Russian-occupied city of Melitopol overnight sparking explosions and fires, Telegram news channel Exilenova Plus reported, citing local residents.

Russian air defense systems were destroyed in the attack on the southern Ukrainian city, the outlet later reported.
Ukraine regularly strikes military infrastructure deep within Russia and occupied territories in an effort to diminish Moscow's fighting power as the Kremlin wages its war.
Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SSO) released video footage showing strikes on military facilities in Russian-occupied Donetsk oblast.
"SSO continues to inflict asymmetric actions to strategically disable the enemy from waging war against Ukraine," the SSO Command said." KI

5.8 Earthquake - 49 km SSW of Maisí, Cuba

"A strong magnitude 5.8 earthquake occurred in the Caribbean Sea near the coast of Cuba in

the early morning at 12.28 am local time (GMT -4). The quake had a very shallow depth of 11.6 km (7 mi) and was felt widely in the area. The shallow depth of the quake caused it to be felt more strongly near the epicenter than a deeper quake of similar magnitude would." VD

171 clashes over past day

"Ukrainian forces and Russian troops engaged in 171 combat clashes.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, the enemy conducted 87 attacks on Ukrainian positions and settlements, including four using multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS). Five airstrikes were carried out using 15 guided aerial bombs. Four combat clashes were recorded along this direction.
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, the enemy made three attempts to break through Ukrainian defensive lines toward Vovchansk and Starytsia.

In the Kupiansk sector, nine attacks were carried out toward Petropavlivka, Kurylivka, Hlushkivka, Novoosynove, Kupiansk, and Novoplatonivka.
In the Lyman sector, nine attacks were carried out, with Russian forces attempting to penetrate Ukrainian defenses toward Drobysheve, Lyman, Stavky, Dibrova, and Borova.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled ten attempts by the enemy to advance toward Yampil, Platonivka, Riznykivka, Ozerne, and Rai-Oleksandrivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russian forces attempted to improve their positions by assaulting toward Minkivka.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy carried out 30 attacks toward Kostiantynivka, Pleshchiivka, Ivanopillia, Illinivka, Stepanivka, Rusyn Yar, Sofiivka, and Novopavlivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian forces stopped 31 enemy offensive actions toward Bilytske, Rodynske, Novooleksandrivka, Myrnohrad, Shevchenko, Hryshyne, Udachne, Kotlyne, Filiia, Novomykolaivka, and Novopidhorodnie.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, five attacks were carried out toward Danylivka and Zlahoda.
In the Huliaipole sector, 21 enemy attacks were recorded toward Zaliznychne, Myrne, Zelene, Charivne, Huliaipole, and Varvarivka." Ukrin

Russian strike on Ukraine hydropower plant spills oil into Dniester River, threatening Moldova's water supply

"Moldova declared a 15-day environmental alert in the Dniester (Nistru) River basin after oil contamination linked to a Russian strike on Ukraine's Novodnistrovsk hydropower plant threatened the country's water supply.
"Russia's attack on Ukraine’s Novodnistrovsk hydropower plant has spilled oil into the Nistru River, threatening Moldova's water supply," President Maia Sandu said on March 15, adding that authorities had declared an environmental alert and were taking measures to protect residents.

Government analyses found that levels of petroleum products and aromatic hydrocarbons in the water exceeded permitted safety limits, prompting emergency measures.
Officials said authorities will install additional containment barriers at the Dubasari reservoir to prevent the spread of pollutants and will inventory water wells that could be used as alternative sources if needed.
The government also warned that restrictions on water extraction and use may be imposed in areas where contamination levels remain high.
Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu said the government's "primary objective is the protection of public health," urging citizens to rely only on official information as authorities monitor the situation and coordinate with international teams deployed through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism." KI

Basij troop members fail to report to their posts as fear of Israeli strikes increases

"As Israeli attacks on Basij and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) checkpoints in Tehran have intensified, an audio file has emerged that appears to feature a Basij commander speaking on a messaging platform used by his forces in one district of Tehran.
In the recording, he urges them not to panic during attacks by Israeli drones and not to abandon their posts. At the same time, one Tehran resident says the number of Basij members who have failed to report to their posts out of fear of being targeted has increased in recent days." msn

Iran’s ‘Crown Jewel’ Hit Trump: U.S. ‘Obliterated Every Military Target’ on Kharg in Historic Mideast Raid

"President Donald Trump announced Friday that the United States carried out what he described as “one of the most powerful bombing raids in the History of the Middle East,” declaring that U.S. forces “totally obliterated every MILITARY target” on Iran’s strategic Kharg Island — the regime’s so-called “crown jewel” and primary oil export hub — while warning Tehran its vital energy infrastructure

could be targeted next if it interferes with shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump detailed the operation in a Truth Social post Friday night, saying U.S. Central Command executed the strike at his direction and emphasizing that while every military target on the island was destroyed, the oil infrastructure was deliberately left untouched.
The president explained that the United States chose not to destroy the island’s oil facilities — at least for now.
“However, should Iran, or anyone else, do anything to interfere with the Free and Safe Passage of Ships through the Strait of Hormuz, I will immediately reconsider this decision,” he added." 

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Biggest wildfire in Nebraska history continues to burn out of control

"Three major wildfires, including the largest one in Nebraska history, have burned around 600,000 acres of land in central and western Nebraska and remained 0% contained on Sunday after killing one person, officials said.

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has declared a state of emergency, freeing up additional resources to battle the blazes. Pillen has also deployed Nebraska National Guard troops to assist local firefighters.
Two Nebraska Army National Guard UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters are also working to fight the blazes, officials said. The fire killed one person on Thursday in Arthur County.
Pillen called on mayors of Nebraska's largest cities, Omaha and Lincoln, to provide additional personnel and equipment. The governor said he also would contact nearby states, including Iowa, to request help." msn

5.3 Earthquake - South Pacific Ocean, 188 km southwest of Isla Guamblin Island, Region Aysen, Chile

"A strong magnitude 5.3 earthquake occurred in the South Pacific Ocean 168 km (104 mi)

from Chile at 08:28 GMT. The depth of the quake could not be determined, but is assumed to be shallow.
The quake was not felt (or at least not reported so)." VD

4 dead and 142 injured in Oklahoma wildfires; more than 400 homes damaged statewide

"Raging wildfires in Oklahoma have left four people dead and over 140 injured, the state's medical examiner said on Sunday.

More than 400 homes and structures have been destroyed and at least 170,000 acres burned in Oklahoma after several wildfires broke out, prompting evacuations amid extreme fire weather conditions through the weekend.
A red flag warning is in effect for much of the state from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Monday due to gusty winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation.
Dangerous storm conditions across the Midwest and South have led to vehicle fatalities across the country.
In Kansas, a major crash on Interstate 70 in western Kansas near the border with Colorado, involved over 50 vehicles and left eight people dead, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol. Several other people were injured." ABC

144 frontline clashes over past day

"144 combat engagements took place between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian troops.
Enemy airstrikes targeted Pysantsi (Dnipropetrovsk region), Zaporizhzhia, Vozdvizhivske, Verkhnia Tersa, Huliaipole, Samiilivka, Vasylivske, Charivne, Dolynka, Tavriiske, Veselianka (Zaporizhzhia region), and Lvove and Olhivka (Kherson region).
Ukrainian missile troops, artillery, and aviation struck three clusters of enemy personnel and equipment and two other important targets.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, three engagements occurred yesterday. The Russians shelled Ukrainian positions 110 times, including twice with MLRS, and dropped nine glide bombs.

In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, Russian forces tried three times to break through defensive lines near Vovchanski Khutory, Fyholivka, and Vovchansk.
In the Kupiansk sector, the enemy attacked three times toward Kurylivka and Petropavlivka.
In the Lyman sector, Russian troops launched five attacks, attempting to breach defenses near Drobysheve, Stavky, and Lyman.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled ten enemy attempts to advance near Zakytne, Riznykivka, Yampil, Platonivka, Dronivka, and toward Rai-Oleksandrivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russia attacked three times near Nykyforivka and Novomarkove.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, the enemy carried out 28 attacks near Kostiantynivka, Ivanopillia, Illinivka, Kleban-Byk, Pleshchiivka, Rusyn Yar, and Sofiivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders stopped 20 assault actions near Toretske, Rodynske, Myrnohrad, Udachne, and Novopavlivka.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, Russian forces attacked six times near Oleksandrohrad, Zlahoda, and Dobropillia.
In the Huliaipole sector, the enemy carried out 18 attacks near Huliaipole, Zaliznychne, Varvarivka, Zelene, Charivne, Huliaipilske, and Myrne.
In the Orikhiv sector, Russian troops attempted three times to improve positions near Shcherbaky, Stepnohirsk, and Pavlivka.
In the Prydniprovske sector, Ukraine’s Defense Forces repelled three enemy attacks times yesterday." Ukrin

UN force in Lebanon says peacekeepers fired upon

"UN peacekeepers said they were fired upon "likely by non-state armed groups" in south Lebanon on Sunday, while a Hamas source said an Israeli strike killed an official from the Palestinian militant group.
Israel said no direct talks were planned with Lebanon to end the latest war with militant group Hezbollah. which has been raging for two weeks. The statement came a day after a Lebanese official said Beirut was preparing a delegation to negotiate with Israel." msn

Ukrainian intelligence strikes two Russian military vessels

"Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) conducted strikes on two military vessels belonging to Russia in the night.
The Maykop air base in Russia's Republic of Adygea as well as the Afipsky plant and the port of Kavkaz in Krasnodar Krai were also attacked." Ukrin

Trump administration declines attempts to begin Iran ceasefire talks

"The Trump administration has declined attempts by several Middle Eastern governments to open ceasefire negotiations with Iran,

according to sources cited in a new Reuters report on Saturday.
Officials from countries in the region, including Oman and Egypt, have explored ways to bring Washington and Tehran to the negotiating table in hopes of pausing the fighting.
U.S. officials have signaled that the White House is not currently interested in pursuing ceasefire talks and instead intends to continue military operations against Iranian targets, the sources in the report said." 

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Protesters torch Communist Party HQ in Cuba as video appears to capture gunfire

"Protesters attacked a Communist Party headquarters in Cuba overnight, ransacking the

building and attempting to set it on fire, while video from the scene appeared to capture gunfire and a man on the ground outside, according to footage obtained.
Dramatic footage shows a large crowd gathered outside the building in the city of Morón as a fire burns in the street and protesters throw burning objects at the structure.
Protesters can be heard chanting "Libertad, libertad!" — Spanish for "Freedom, freedom!" — moments before gunfire rings out in the video." FOX

5.3 Earthquake - North Pacific Ocean, 95 km south of San Miguel, El Salvador

"A strong magnitude 5.3 earthquake occurred in the North Pacific Ocean near the coast of Departamento de Chinandega, Nicaragua, late in the evening at 11.00 pm local time (GMT -6). The quake had a shallow depth of 56 km (35 mi) and was felt widely in the area. The shallow depth of the quake caused it to be felt more strongly near the epicenter than a deeper quake of similar magnitude would." VD

117 clashes on front lines

"117 clashes with Russian troops along the frontline since the start of the day.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, Ukrainian forces repelled two enemy assaults. Russian forces also launched two airstrikes, dropping six guided bombs, and carried out 84 attacks on Ukrainian positions and settlements, including two using multiple launch rocket systems.

In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, Russian troops attacked Ukrainian positions three times near Vovchanski Khutory, Fyholivka, and Vovchansk. One battle is still ongoing.
In the Kupiansk sector, the enemy launched two attacks toward Kurylivka and Petropavlivka. One engagement is continuing.
In the Lyman sector, Ukrainian troops repelled four Russian attempts to advance near Drobysheve, Stavky, and Lyman. One clash is ongoing.
In the Sloviansk sector, Russian forces attempted to advance ten times near Zakitne, Riznykivka, Yampil, Platonivka, Dronivka, and toward Rai-Oleksandrivka. Ukrainian forces successfully repelled all assaults.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russian troops launched two attacks near Nykyforivka and Novomarkove.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, Russian forces carried out 25 assaults near Kostiantynivka, Ivanopillia, Illinivka, Kleban-Byk, Pleshchiivka, Rusyn Yar, and Sofiivka. One assault is still underway.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled 13 Russian assaults near Toretsk, Rodynske, Myrnohrad, Udachne, and Novopavlivka. Three clashes are still ongoing.
Preliminary estimates indicate that 35 Russian soldiers were killed and 12 wounded in this sector. Ukrainian forces also destroyed or suppressed 263 drones of various types, as well as two vehicles, a piece of special equipment, an artillery system, and one enemy infantry shelter.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, Russian troops attempted five assaults near Oleksandrohrad, Zlahoda, and Dobropillia, but Ukrainian forces repelled them all. The settlement of Pysantsi was hit by an airstrike.
In the Huliaipole sector, Russian forces carried out 14 attacks near Huliaipole, Zaliznychne, Varvarivka, Zelene, Charivne, Huliaipilske, and Myrne. Four clashes are still ongoing. Airstrikes targeted areas near Vozdvyzhivka, Verkhniа Tersa, Samiilivka, Vasylivske, and Dolynka. Four clashes are ongoing.
In the Orikhiv sector, Ukrainian defenders repelled one Russian attempt to advance near Pavlivka. Russian aircraft also struck areas near Tavriiske, Veselianka, and Zaporizhzhia.
In the Dnipro River sector, one clash occurred, while Russian airstrikes targeted Lvove and Olhivka." Ukrin

Russia targets Kyiv region’s energy infrastructure in massive overnight attack

"Civilian facilities in Ukraine

were damaged and four people were killed as a result of Russia’s massive overnight attack. In total, during the night Russia launched around 430 drones of various types and 68 missiles, including 13 ballistic missiles. According to preliminary data, 58 missiles were shot down by Ukrainian air defenses." KI

Israel strikes Iran’s Basij internal security forces at Tehran checkpoints

"The Israeli Air Force targeted Iran's internal security forces, known as the Basij, after they had set up traffic checkpoints in multiple areas across Tehran.
Israel's military announced that it had been targeting the Basij soldiers manning those checkpoints "during the past day," after conducting "the extensive strike on the most central assets of internal security forces and the Basij." It's unclear how exactly Israel took out the checkpoints, but local Iranian state media claimed it was via drone." msn

Poland investigates suspected Iranian cyberattack day after hackers target US company Stryker

"Polish authorities announced they are investigating whether Iranian hackers are behind the

attempted attack on a major nuclear research facility.
The cyberattack unsuccessfully targeted the National Centre for Nuclear Research, which houses the country's only operating nuclear reactor, officials said. Polish digital minister Krzysztof Gawkowski said that "the first identifications of the entry vectors … are related to Iran,” while cautioning that the signals could be deliberate misdirection to hide the criminals’ true location." msn

NATO intercepts Iranian ballistic missile over Turkey for third time in 10 days

"Turkey’s Defense Ministry said NATO air and missile defense systems deployed in the eastern Mediterranean intercepted an Iranian ballistic missile.
It was the third such interception since March 4. After the previous two incidents, NATO reinforced its air defenses in Turkey." msn

6.3 Earthquake - 86 km west of Vallenar, Huasco, Region de Atacama, Chile

"A very strong magnitude 6.3 earthquake hit 86 km (53 mi) away from Vallenar, Region de Atacama, Chile, in the morning at 8.39 am local time (GMT -5). The depth of the quake could not be determined, but is assumed to be shallow.

The earthquake was felt over a large region.. The shallow depth of the quake caused it to be felt more strongly near the epicenter than a deeper quake of similar magnitude would." VD

Drones attack Port Kavkaz and Afipsky oil refinery in Russia

"Overnight a drone attack in Russia’s Krasnodar territory caused a fire at the Afipsky oil refinery, while a vessel was damaged at Port Kavkaz." Ukrin

153 clashes on front line over past day

"153 recorded combat encounters between the Defense Forces of Ukraine and Russian invaders.
The aviation, missile forces, and artillery of the Defense Forces struck 10 areas of enemy manpower and equipment concentration, as well as Russian artillery systems.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk directions, the enemy carried out 153 shellings of positions, including five using multiple rocket launchers, and conducted two airstrikes using two KAB bombs.

In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna direction, the Russians attempted to breach defensive lines near Prylipka.
In the Kupiansk direction, the enemy attacked twice near Novoosynove and Novoplatonivka.
In the Lyman direction, the Russian army attacked five times, trying to break through defenses near Drobysheve, Stavky, and Lyman.
In the Slovyansk direction, the Defense Forces repelled 12 attempts by the invaders to advance in the areas of Zakitne, Platonivka, Riznykivka, and Yampil.
In the Kostyantynivka direction, the enemy carried out 29 attacks near Kostyantynivka, Pleshchiivka, Ivanopillia, Illinivka, Mykolaipillia, Sofiivka, Novopavlivka, and Rusyn Yar.
In the Pokrovsk direction, the Defense Forces repelled 25 assault actions by the Russian army in the areas of Toretske, Zatyshok, Nove Shakhove, Rodynske, Chervonyi Lyman, Myrnohrad, Pokrovsk, Kotlyne, Udachne, Novopidhorodne, Muravka, and Hryshyne.
In the Oleksandrivka direction, the enemy attacked eight times near Oleksandrohrad, Andriivka-Klevtsove, Vyshneve, Kalynivske, Krasnohirsk, and Zlahoda.
In the Huliaipole direction, 20 Russian attacks were recorded near Huliaipole, Zaliznychne, Myrne, Olenokostyantynivka, Varvarivka, Zelene, and Huliaipilske.
In the Orikhiv direction, Russian troops once attempted to improve their positions near Stepnohirsk." Ukrin

Large US Refueling Aircraft Down In Western Iraq In First Of Iran War

"State media: Iran claims responsibility for shooting down US refueling plane, says US

refueling plane was downed with all crew killed in Western Iraq.
CENTCOM confirms search and rescue operation underway after large KC-135 refueling tanker goes down over Western Iraq." ZH

Landslides kill at least 52 people in Gamo Zone, Ethiopia

"Rain-triggered landslides in Gamo Zone, southern Ethiopia

, killed at least 52 people earlier this week, with officials saying that dozens of others were still missing. Authorities said rescue teams were continuing the search for missing people as the risk of additional slope failures remained elevated." W

Russian Shaheds rip through homes, school in Mykolaiv

"Russia’s overnight drone attack on the southern Ukrainian city of Mykolaiv damaged residential buildings and an educational institution.
The enemy used Shahed-131/136 attack drones in the strike.
A transport infrastructure facility was hit. Two family homes and the roof of an educational institution were also damaged." NV

5.3 Earthquake - 16 km E of Erbaa, Turkey

"A strong magnitude 5.3 earthquake hit 16.8 km (10 mi) away from Erbaa, Tokat, Turkey, in the early morning at 3.35 am local time (Europe/Istanbul GMT +3). The depth of the quake could not be determined, but is assumed to be shallow. The quake was felt by many near the epicenter. The shallow depth of the quake caused it to be felt more strongly near the epicenter than a deeper quake of similar magnitude would." VD

154 clashes on front line over past day

"154 combat clashes occurred between the Defense Forces of Ukraine and Russian troops.
Russian airstrikes targeted, in particular, areas near Pokrovske, Pidhavrylivka, and Orly in the Dnipropetrovsk region, as well as Nove Pole, Samiilivka, Vozdvyzhivka, Kopani, Rivne, Novoukrainka, Liubytske, Novoselivka, Charivne, Rizdvianka, and Tavriiske in the Zaporizhzhia region, and Odradokamianka in the Kherson region.
Over the past day, Ukrainian missile forces, artillery, and aviation struck a Russian MLRS system and one other important target.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk directions, Russian forces attacked Ukrainian positions once over the past day. They also carried out 138 shelling attacks, including one with MLRS, and dropped 14 aerial bombs.

In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna direction, the invaders attempted once to break through Ukrainian defensive lines toward Zybyne.
In the Kupiansk direction, Russian troops launched three attacks toward Podoly and Hlushkivka.
In the Lyman direction, the Russian army carried out seven attacks, attempting to penetrate defenses toward Stavky, Lyman, and Drobysheve.
In the Sloviansk direction, Ukrainian defenders repelled eight enemy attempts to advance toward Kryva Luka, Rai-Oleksandrivka, and Riznykivka, in the areas of Yampil, Zakytne, and Platonivka.
In the Kostiantynivka direction, the invaders carried out 28 attacks toward Kostiantynivka, Illinivka, Ivanopillia, Stepanivka, Novopavlivka, and Sofiivka, in the areas of Pleshchiivka and Rusyn Yar.
In the Pokrovsk direction, Ukrainian defenders stopped 27 enemy assault actions near Myrnohrad, Rodynske, Kotlyne, Udachne, Novomykolaivka, and Novopidhhorodne, and toward Kucheriv Yar, Novooleksandrivka, Bilytske, Hryshyne, and Novopavlivka.
In the Oleksandrivka direction, the Russian army carried out eight attacks in the areas of Rybne, Berezove, Oleksandrohrad, and Novohryhorivka.
In the Huliaipole direction, Russian forces attacked 28 times in the areas of Huliaipole, Myrne, and Zelene, toward Dobropillia, Zaliznychne, and Olenokostiantynivka.
In the Orikhiv direction, two combat clashes occurred toward Prymorske and in the area of Stepnohirsk." Ukrin

Oil Soars As 2 Oil Tankers Explode In Persian Gulf, Iraq's Oil Ports Stop Operations

"Oil prices surge as two oil tankers are attacked and explode in Iraqi waters, forcing Iraq to stop operations at its oil ports and sending oil toward $100/bbl.

'Largest wave of missiles since hostilities began' launched into northern Israel by Hezbollah
President of Iran demands reparations and guarantees against future aggression.
Trump says the war with Iran will end soon, as there is 'practically nothing left to target."
U.S. and Israeli officials plan at least two more weeks of strikes
U.S. forces destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's drone production has been significantly degraded.
The IEA is preparing its largest-ever emergency crude oil release to counter surging Brent and WTI prices." ZH

5.1 Earthquake - 66 km north of Balkanabat, Balkan, Turkmenistan

"A strong magnitude 5.1 earthquake hit 66 km (41 mi) away from Balkanabat, Balkan,

Turkmenistan, around noon at 12.55 pm local time (Asia/Ashgabat GMT +5). 

The depth of the quake could not be determined, but is assumed to be shallow.

The quake was felt by many near the epicenter. The shallow depth of the quake caused it to be felt more strongly near the epicenter than a deeper quake of similar magnitude would." VD

128 frontline clashes over past day

"Ukrainian Defense Forces engaged in 128 combat clashes with Russia’s troops.
Ukrainian aviation, missile forces, and artillery struck three clusters of Russian personnel, seven artillery systems, five UAV command points, a command-observation post, and three other key enemy targets.
In the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk sectors, Ukrainian forces repelled one assault. Russia conducted four airstrikes with 10 bombs and 110 shelling attacks, including three MRL strikes.

In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, one Russian assault near Prylipka was repelled.
In the Kupiansk sector, three attacks occurred toward Novoplatonivka and Podoly.
In the Lyman sector, six attacks were repelled; Russia attempted to breach defenses near Drobysheve and Cherneshchyna.
In the Sloviansk sector, Ukrainian forces stopped seven enemy advances near Zakitne, Rai-Oleksandrivka, and Dronivka.
In the Kostiantynivka sector, Ukrainian forces repelled 22 attacks near Kostiantynivka, Ivanopillia, Illinivka, Berestok, and Sofiivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, 24 assault attempts were repelled near Bilytske, Nykyforivka, Rodynske, Myrnohrad, Kotlyne, Udachne, Muravka, Novopidhorodnie, and Novoplatonivka.
In the Oleksandrivka sector, there were three Russian attacks near Ternove, Zlahoda, and Dobropillia." Ukrin

Major Russian missile control system factory struck in Ukrainian strike

"Ukrainian forces struck a plant in Russia's Bryansk region that manufactures control systems for Russian missiles, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

"An operation has just successfully taken place — a plant in Bryansk was hit. This plant manufactures control systems for all types of missiles of the Russian Federation." Zelensky said, adding that Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi had informed him of the strike.
The strike targeted the Kremniy El plant, a major Russian microelectronics manufacturer located in Bryansk, using air-launched Storm Shadow missiles, Ukraine's General Staff said. Russian regional officials confirmed an attack on industrial infrastructure in the city and reported damage following explosions." KI

U.S. Officials Investigating “Mystery Drone” Incident Over Barksdale Air Force Base That Prompted Security Alert

"Sightings of an unmanned aerial system over Barksdale Air Force Base (BAFB) early on Monday morning resulted in a shelter-in-place order, prompting officials to temporarily raise

the threat level at the facility.
For a short period, the base’s Force Protection Condition level was temporarily raised to FPCON Charlie, indicating an incident potentially indicative of a form of terrorist activity targeting U.S. personnel or facilities.
Postings on social media shortly thereafter indicated that the threat level had been lowered again, although no additional information on what had prompted the declaration was provided at that time." msn

5.2 Earthquake - South Pacific Ocean, New Zealand

"A strong magnitude 5.2 earthquake occurred in the South Pacific Ocean 351 km (218 mi)

from New Zealand in the late afternoon at 6.26 pm local time (GMT -12). The quake had a very shallow depth of 32 km (20 mi) and was reported felt by some people near the epicenter." VD

5.5 Earthquake - South of the Kermadec Islands

"A strong magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred in the South Pacific Ocean 262 km (163 mi)

from New Zealand in the morning at 11.51 am local time (GMT +12). The depth of the quake could not be determined, but is assumed to be shallow. The quake was not felt (or at least not reported so)." VD

137 battles over past day

"Ukrainian forces clashed with Russian troops in 137 engagements across the front.
Russian airstrikes targeted the areas of Ivanivka, Pokrovske, Prosiana, Oleksandrivka, Chornenkove in the Dnipropetrovsk region, Vozdvyzhivka, Novoselivka, Charivne, Dolynka, Shcherbaky, Blakytne, Veselianka in the Zaporizhzhia region, and Kozatske in the Kherson region.

Ukrainian aviation, missile forces, and artillery struck ten enemy personnel and equipment concentration areas, five command posts, one depot, two artillery systems, and one other significant target.
On the Northern Slobozhanshchyna and Kursk axes, the enemy carried out 127 shelling attacks, including three MLRS strikes, and three airstrikes using 11 guided bombs.
On the Southern Slobozhanshchyna axis, Russian troops attempted twice to break Ukrainian defensive lines near Zybyne and Vovchansk.
On the Kupiansk axis, the enemy attacked Ukrainian positions four times near Petropavlivka and Novoplatonivka.
On the Lyman axis, Russian forces launched four attacks, trying to penetrate defenses near Drobysheve and Stavky.
On the Sloviansk axis, Ukrainian forces repelled ten Russian attempts to advance near Zakitne, Rai-Oleksandrivka, Dronivka, Platonivka, Riznykivka, Yampil, and Pazeno.
On the Kostiantynivka axis, the enemy carried out 20 attacks near Kostiantynivka, Pleshchiivka, Ivanopillia, Illinivka, Sofiivka, Novopavlivka, Rusyn Yar, and Stepanivka.
On the Pokrovsk axis, Ukrainian forces repelled 21 Russian assaults near Novyi Donbas, Rodynske, Myrnohrad, Shevchenko, Hryshyne, Udachne, Novomykolaivka, Novopavlivka, and Novopidhorodnie.
On the Oleksandrivka axis, Russian forces attacked Ukrainian positions three times near Ternove and Novohryhorivka.
On the Huliaipole axis, 21 Russian attacks were recorded near Huliaipole, Zaliznychne, Huliaipilske, Zarichne, Varvarivka, Luhivske, Myrne, Hirke, Sviatopetrivka, and Staroukrainka.
On the Orikhiv axis, the enemy made two attempts to improve positions near Shcherbaky and Pavlivka." Ukrin