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• [New] Mounting geopolitical instability, the threat from Russia since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine and pressure from Donald Trump have nudged Germany to abandon its postwar pacifism in favour of a stronger military footing. The Guardian
• [New] The Islamic Republic will not hesitate to defend its national security and interests, warning that any party that participates in any way in a military attack against Iran must bear responsibility for its consequences. PressTV News
• [New] The overall picture is thus of core inflation at an acceptable rate, overall inflation at an excessive rate but induced by an Iran conflict the effects of which might be about to wear off, and an overall robust jobs outlook. Rothschild & Co
• [New] America's military responsibilities span every continent and ocean, maintaining a global force capable of deterring China in the Indo-Pacific, defending NATO allies in Europe, protecting freedom of navigation and responding to terrorist threats wherever they may be. Senator Tim Sheehy
• [New] Washington could expand its military campaign if Iran refuses to resume negotiations. Modern Diplomacy
• [New] Drone strikes on fuel storage infrastructure at a port that handles commercial shipping create spillover risks that extend beyond US military logistics. Crypto Briefing
• [New] Alliance countries promised to provide Kiev with military aid, equipment, and training worth about 70 billion euros in 2026 and to maintain a comparable level of support in 2027. NAnews - Nikk.Agency Israel News
• [New] A convoy carrying Malian troops and Russia's Africa Corps came under attack in northern Mali, underscoring persistent security risks despite growing Russian military involvement. More News From NowHere
• [New] North Korea's state media KCNA accused Japan of pursuing overseas aggression, criticizing Tokyo's plans to develop unmanned anti-ship submarines and portraying Japan's accelerating military modernization as a direct regional security threat. More News From NowHere
• [New] According to officials cited by Middle East Eye, Paris increasingly views Ankara as an important partner in strengthening Europe's military posture toward Russia, while both countries also see opportunities for closer coordination on regional issues, including Lebanon. More News From NowHere
• [New] Polish Defence Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz announced plans to declassify records of Poland's military assistance to Ukraine from 2022-2026 while warning that unauthorized disclosure of classified national security information would continue to be prosecuted under Polish law. More News From NowHere
• [New] The full Senate is expected to take up the National Defense Authorization Act despite partisan tensions over military action in Iran surrounding the traditionally bipartisan defence policy bill. Alston & Bird
• [New] Nobody anticipated the naval drones that Ukraine unleashed so effectively against Russia's Black Sea Fleet, while Moscow military planners were unprepared to defend against the long-range strike drones developed by Ukraine's vibrant defence tech industry. Atlantic Council
• [New] The US-Israel war on Iran provided an opportunity to retaliate with extensive attacks, not only on Israel but also on US military bases in the Middle East, and proved that Iran has come up as one of the hidden superpowers of the world in 2026. investing.com
• [New] Beijing regularly threatens Taipei with heightened military drills in the Taiwan Strait in recent years and also increasingly with cyber-attacks. CYFIRMA
• [New] Electra's decision to bring nearly 2,000 new jobs to Springfield will be transformative for Clark County, demonstrating Ohio's unique ability to lead America into aviation's next era. ELECTRA
• [New] The production facility will ensure Electra remains at the forefront of American global leadership in hybrid-electric aviation, with the EL9 Ultra Short unlocking new markets for commercial advanced air mobility, military logistics, and humanitarian applications. ELECTRA
• [New] Later, as Russia's military position continues to worsen, renewed concerns are emerging that Vladimir Putin could consider the use of tactical nuclear weapons in Ukraine. iHeart
• [New] Saudi Arabia is concerned that Iran will use the direct air route to transfer weapons and military advisers to the Houthis. Critical Threats

Last updated: 02 August 2026