U.S. President Donald Trump said on 9 July that his administration is "going to have to take a look" at Kyiv’s request for an additional Patriot air-defence battery, calling the system "very rare and very expensive." His remarks confirm Wall Street Journal reporting that Washington is examining whether another Patriot unit can be sourced from U.S. stocks or allied inventories.

Trump, speaking after overnight Russian drone and missile barrages, said Ukrainian forces are "getting hit hard, very hard" yet continue to fight "very bravely" with "the best equipment ever made" already supplied by the United States. He added that future U.S. support should not exceed the level of aid provided by European partners.

The review follows confusion over a brief pause in American weapons deliveries last week. Trump told reporters he has not determined who ordered the halt and assured President Volodymyr Zelensky he was not responsible. Shipments have since resumed, but the incident has heightened uncertainty about the scale and timing of forthcoming U.S. military assistance to Ukraine.

The United States holds only about a quarter of the Patriot missile interceptors that the Pentagon considers necessary for worldwide operational plans, The Guardian reported, citing people familiar with internal stock-tracking data. The shortfall follows months of heavy use in the Middle East, including deployments to Israel and engagements against Houthi attacks, as well as the launch of nearly 30 Patriot interceptors to down Iranian ballistic missiles aimed at Al Udeid air base in Qatar.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke by telephone with U.S. President Donald Trump on 4 July, focusing on potential deliveries of additional air-defence systems to Ukraine, Der Spiegel reported. The leaders discussed whether U.S.-made platforms such as Patriot batteries could strengthen Kyiv’s capabilities amid continuing Russian missile and drone attacks, according to the magazine.

Spiegel added that Berlin has been stepping up efforts to source more air-defence equipment for Ukraine and views cooperation with Washington as critical to any expansion of supplies. Merz and Trump also exchanged views on broader trade matters, the report said, without providing further details.

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth this week ordered the Pentagon to suspend a shipment of air-defense missiles, artillery shells and other arms bound for Ukraine, NBC News reported, citing three U.S. officials. The unilateral decision, issued on 2 July, surprised the State Department, officials in Kyiv, European allies and members of Congress.

A review by the Pentagon’s Joint Staff had concluded that releasing the package—including dozens of Patriot interceptors, 155-millimeter artillery rounds, Hellfire missiles, GMLRS rockets, Stinger and AIM air-to-air missiles and grenade launchers—would not push U.S. stockpiles below required readiness levels. Despite the finding, Hegseth, backed by Undersecretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby, halted the delivery, arguing that inventories were too low. Representative Adam Smith, the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee, called the justification “disingenuous,” and lawmakers from both parties are reviewing whether the pause breaches legislation mandating security assistance to Ukraine.

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Germany is engaged in intensive talks with the United States to purchase Patriot air-defense systems to supply Ukraine amid escalating Russian drone and missile attacks. The German government confirmed discussions are underway to acquire two MIM-104F Patriot surface-to-air missile systems, which would then be delivered to Ukraine. This move follows a recent pause by the U.S. administration on some weapons shipments to Kyiv.

German officials, including government spokesperson Stefan Kornelius, have emphasized the urgency of bolstering Ukraine's air defenses as the country currently has a limited number of Patriot systems and launchers. Chancellor Merz reportedly discussed the issue with U.S. President Donald Trump as part of these efforts. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is expected to visit the U.S. mid-July to further address the matter. Germany aims to finance the purchase independently, seeking Pentagon approval to facilitate the transfer. The talks reflect growing concern in Berlin over stalled weapons deliveries and the critical need to support Ukraine's defense capabilities.

Germany said it is engaged in “intensive talks” with the United States to finance and procure additional Patriot air-defence systems for Ukraine, confirming earlier press reports. Government spokesman Stefan Kornelius told reporters on Friday that Berlin is examining “various ways” to close Ukraine’s air-defence gap after Washington this week paused parts of its military assistance to Kyiv.

Bild reported that Germany aims to buy two Patriot batteries and several hundred interceptor missiles from U.S. stockpiles, a proposal first submitted to U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth more than a month ago at Kyiv’s request. The Patriots would be paid for by Germany and then transferred to Ukraine once cleared by U.S. authorities.

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Ukraine is preparing to ask Washington to let European allies buy U.S.–made weapons on Kyiv’s behalf after the Trump administration halted some direct deliveries, Politico reported on 2 July. The Pentagon has paused shipments because of shrinking American stockpiles, leaving President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s government searching for alternative supply channels as the war with Russia grinds on.

Several European governments are discussing purchasing the weapons with their own defence budgets and then transferring the materiel to Ukraine, according to the report. The spending would be booked as part of NATO’s new defence-investment commitments, giving European capitals credit toward the alliance’s targets while easing pressure on U.S. inventories.

Any transfer would still need approval under U.S. arms-export regulations, and officials told Politico no final commitments have been made. A Ukrainian official said Kyiv has “no choice” but to pursue the plan, which is being weighed alongside broader efforts to expand joint weapons production with allies.

The Environmental Defense Fund said on 1 July that it has lost power and communications with MethaneSAT, an $88 million methane-tracking spacecraft backed by Jeff Bezos’ Earth Fund, and now considers the satellite “likely not recoverable.” Controllers last heard from the craft on 20 June while it was passing over Svalbard, Norway. EDF has notified U.S. and New Zealand regulators of the anomaly and is relying on mission insurance while engineers investigate what went wrong.

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The One Big Beautiful Bill, championed by President Donald J. Trump and supported by airline CEOs and Republican lawmakers, aims to modernize and overhaul the United States air traffic control system. The bill is presented as a solution to years of decline in the existing infrastructure, promising to deliver the most advanced air traffic control system globally. Key proponents, including Transportation Secretary Duffy and members of the House GOP, emphasize the bill's role in enhancing safety and efficiency in American airspace.

The legislation has garnered calls for swift passage in Congress to enable the U.S. Department of Transportation to begin the upgrade process promptly. Opponents are framed as voting against modernization and safety improvements in the skies.

U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Dan Caine told members of Congress in a classified briefing that the Pentagon declined to use its 30,000-pound Massive Ordnance Penetrator against Iran’s Isfahan nuclear complex during last weekend’s strikes because the facility lies so deep underground that even the bunker-buster was judged ineffective.

Instead, the United States fired submarine-launched Tomahawk cruise missiles at Isfahan while B-2 bombers deployed more than a dozen bunker-buster bombs against Iran’s Fordow and Natanz sites. U.S. intelligence assesses that the fortified tunnels beneath Isfahan store almost 60 percent of Iran’s enriched-uranium inventory, material Tehran would need to build a nuclear weapon.

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Israel’s brief but intense conflict with Iran is proving financially punishing. The Wall Street Journal, citing defence analysts, calculates that the campaign cost Israel “hundreds of millions of dollars a day”, with missile-interceptor launches alone absorbing as much as $200 million every 24 hours.

New data released by the Israeli Ministry of Finance and the national Tax Authority, reported by Bloomberg, put direct damage to civilian property and infrastructure from Iranian missile strikes at roughly 10 billion shekels ($3 billion). When military spending, business shut-downs and compensation payments are added, Israeli media and economists estimate the 12-day war’s price tag at $12-20 billion, or about $725 million per day. Officials warn that such costs could limit Israel’s ability to sustain extended operations.

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The United States thwarted an Iranian missile attack on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar in what Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, described as the largest single engagement ever undertaken by the Patriot air-defense system.

Caine said U.S. forces intercepted the incoming missiles, preventing damage to the sprawling Gulf installation that hosts thousands of American personnel. He did not disclose the number of projectiles fired or whether any secondary defense systems were used, but emphasized the scale of the interception was without precedent in U.S. military records.

The United Kingdom has announced it will supply Ukraine with 350 ASRAAM air defense missiles, financed by £70 million (approximately €82.6 million) in interest generated from frozen Russian state assets. This marks the first time the UK has directly used funds linked to Russia to purchase weaponry for Kyiv. The missiles, adapted for ground launch, will be deployed using British-supplied Raven launchers, with five already en route to Ukraine, increasing the total to 13. This delivery is part of a broader military aid package totaling £4.5 billion (€5.31 billion), the largest annual commitment by the UK to Ukraine's defense. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized that Russia should bear the financial responsibility for the war. The move reflects ongoing efforts by the UK and its allies to bolster Ukraine's air defense amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

The US Navy is deploying SM-3 missile interceptors at an accelerated pace to defend Israel amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Acting Navy Chief Admiral Kilby described the rate of usage as "alarming" but assured lawmakers that the Navy maintains sufficient stockpiles to address global threats. The intensified missile defense efforts come after Israel and the US have expended interceptor missiles equivalent to 20 years of production, with previous stocks also allocated to support Ukraine, including Patriot missiles provided by Israel. Senator Brian Schatz highlighted the extensive use of munitions in recent conflicts involving Iranian strikes on Israel, underscoring the scale of defensive operations.

Several prominent U.S. political figures and official accounts expressed their gratitude and welcome to U.S. military personnel returning home on June 22, 2025. The White House praised the United States Military as "the greatest force for freedom the world has ever known." Senators and representatives, including Senator Tom Cotton and Representatives Troy Nehls and Pat Harrigan, publicly welcomed the troops back and offered blessings. The Department of Defense also extended a warm welcome to the returning service members. The messages collectively emphasized appreciation for the military's service and dedication to the country.

European governments unveiled a series of maritime and long-range strike initiatives on 18 June as they seek to strengthen surveillance and deterrence capabilities in the North Atlantic and beyond.

The Netherlands said it has joined the Orka-class submarine development programme, aiming to reinforce patrol capacity in the Arctic and North Sea. In a parallel move, The Hague approved plans to fit its frigates with Raytheon Tomahawk missiles and to introduce a submarine-launched variant by 2032, broadening the navy’s conventional strike reach.

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An Israeli Iron Dome interceptor missile malfunctioned and plunged into Tel Aviv on the night of 17 June while Israeli forces were attempting to repel an Iranian ballistic-missile barrage, according to multiple Israeli media reports and video footage circulating online.

The projectile spiralled out of control shortly after launch and landed in a northern district of the city, igniting trees and causing minor damage to nearby infrastructure. Israeli outlets said no injuries were recorded.

The incident is the second reported malfunction in as many days amid heightened exchanges with Iran. The Israel Defense Forces said they have opened an investigation into the cause of the failure, which occurred during what Iranian sources described as an IRGC operation. Tehran has not commented on the crash.

On June 16, 2025, Kyiv was targeted by a Russian missile strike involving Kh-101 air-launched cruise missiles equipped with cluster warheads. Multiple missiles hit the Ukrainian capital, with at least one intercepted by Ukrainian surface-to-air missiles (SAM), resulting in an air detonation. However, footage shows that a Patriot missile defense system failed to intercept one of the incoming Kh-101 missiles. The attack caused damage to residential areas, including apartments, and resulted in numerous injuries. Kyiv Mayor Vitalii Klychko condemned the strike, describing it as an act of genocide aimed at maximizing civilian casualties. The use of cluster munitions, which are designed to inflict widespread harm to civilians, has been highlighted in reports and videos from the incident.

Wizz Air has selected Pratt & Whitney to equip up to 177 additional Airbus A320neo and A321XLR aircraft with Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, continuing its partnership with the engine manufacturer despite previous manufacturing issues that led to costly groundings and impacted the budget carrier's growth. Pratt & Whitney has reported improvements in its supply chain and recently completed testing on a 3D printed TJ150 turbine wheel, advancing its additive manufacturing capabilities. Additionally, Pratt & Whitney is expanding its GTF maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) network by adding ITP Aero, which has secured a 25-year contract to maintain Pratt & Whitney's GTF engine family. ITP Aero plans to invest 100 million euros in its Ajalvir, Madrid facility and create 200 jobs to support this contract.

The Israeli David's Sling air defense system, jointly developed by the United States and Israel, has successfully intercepted ballistic missiles launched from Iran for the first time. Originally designed to counter threats with ranges between 40 and 300 kilometers, the system was deployed beyond its intended operational scope to address ballistic missiles with ranges up to 1,500 kilometers. This deployment came as a response to the limitations of Israel's Iron Dome system in countering such long-range threats. The David's Sling system serves as the middle tier of a three-layer air defense strategy and has now achieved a milestone by effectively neutralizing these Iranian ballistic missile threats during the recent campaign.

U.S. President Donald Trump said on 9 July that his administration is "going to have to take a look" at Kyiv’s request for an additional Patriot air-defence battery, calling the system "very rare and very expensive." His remarks confirm Wall Street Journal reporting that Washington is examining whether another Patriot unit can be sourced from U.S. stocks or allied inventories.

Trump, speaking after overnight Russian drone and missile barrages, said Ukrainian forces are "getting hit hard, very hard" yet continue to fight "very bravely" with "the best equipment ever made" already supplied by the United States. He added that future U.S. support should not exceed the level of aid provided by European partners.

The review follows confusion over a brief pause in American weapons deliveries last week. Trump told reporters he has not determined who ordered the halt and assured President Volodymyr Zelensky he was not responsible. Shipments have since resumed, but the incident has heightened uncertainty about the scale and timing of forthcoming U.S. military assistance to Ukraine.

The United States holds only about a quarter of the Patriot missile interceptors that the Pentagon considers necessary for worldwide operational plans, The Guardian reported, citing people familiar with internal stock-tracking data. The shortfall follows months of heavy use in the Middle East, including deployments to Israel and engagements against Houthi attacks, as well as the launch of nearly 30 Patriot interceptors to down Iranian ballistic missiles aimed at Al Udeid air base in Qatar.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke by telephone with U.S. President Donald Trump on 4 July, focusing on potential deliveries of additional air-defence systems to Ukraine, Der Spiegel reported. The leaders discussed whether U.S.-made platforms such as Patriot batteries could strengthen Kyiv’s capabilities amid continuing Russian missile and drone attacks, according to the magazine.

Spiegel added that Berlin has been stepping up efforts to source more air-defence equipment for Ukraine and views cooperation with Washington as critical to any expansion of supplies. Merz and Trump also exchanged views on broader trade matters, the report said, without providing further details.

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth this week ordered the Pentagon to suspend a shipment of air-defense missiles, artillery shells and other arms bound for Ukraine, NBC News reported, citing three U.S. officials. The unilateral decision, issued on 2 July, surprised the State Department, officials in Kyiv, European allies and members of Congress.

A review by the Pentagon’s Joint Staff had concluded that releasing the package—including dozens of Patriot interceptors, 155-millimeter artillery rounds, Hellfire missiles, GMLRS rockets, Stinger and AIM air-to-air missiles and grenade launchers—would not push U.S. stockpiles below required readiness levels. Despite the finding, Hegseth, backed by Undersecretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby, halted the delivery, arguing that inventories were too low. Representative Adam Smith, the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee, called the justification “disingenuous,” and lawmakers from both parties are reviewing whether the pause breaches legislation mandating security assistance to Ukraine.

Read more

Germany is engaged in intensive talks with the United States to purchase Patriot air-defense systems to supply Ukraine amid escalating Russian drone and missile attacks. The German government confirmed discussions are underway to acquire two MIM-104F Patriot surface-to-air missile systems, which would then be delivered to Ukraine. This move follows a recent pause by the U.S. administration on some weapons shipments to Kyiv.

German officials, including government spokesperson Stefan Kornelius, have emphasized the urgency of bolstering Ukraine's air defenses as the country currently has a limited number of Patriot systems and launchers. Chancellor Merz reportedly discussed the issue with U.S. President Donald Trump as part of these efforts. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is expected to visit the U.S. mid-July to further address the matter. Germany aims to finance the purchase independently, seeking Pentagon approval to facilitate the transfer. The talks reflect growing concern in Berlin over stalled weapons deliveries and the critical need to support Ukraine's defense capabilities.

Germany said it is engaged in “intensive talks” with the United States to finance and procure additional Patriot air-defence systems for Ukraine, confirming earlier press reports. Government spokesman Stefan Kornelius told reporters on Friday that Berlin is examining “various ways” to close Ukraine’s air-defence gap after Washington this week paused parts of its military assistance to Kyiv.

Bild reported that Germany aims to buy two Patriot batteries and several hundred interceptor missiles from U.S. stockpiles, a proposal first submitted to U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth more than a month ago at Kyiv’s request. The Patriots would be paid for by Germany and then transferred to Ukraine once cleared by U.S. authorities.

Read more

Ukraine is preparing to ask Washington to let European allies buy U.S.–made weapons on Kyiv’s behalf after the Trump administration halted some direct deliveries, Politico reported on 2 July. The Pentagon has paused shipments because of shrinking American stockpiles, leaving President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s government searching for alternative supply channels as the war with Russia grinds on.

Several European governments are discussing purchasing the weapons with their own defence budgets and then transferring the materiel to Ukraine, according to the report. The spending would be booked as part of NATO’s new defence-investment commitments, giving European capitals credit toward the alliance’s targets while easing pressure on U.S. inventories.

Any transfer would still need approval under U.S. arms-export regulations, and officials told Politico no final commitments have been made. A Ukrainian official said Kyiv has “no choice” but to pursue the plan, which is being weighed alongside broader efforts to expand joint weapons production with allies.

The Environmental Defense Fund said on 1 July that it has lost power and communications with MethaneSAT, an $88 million methane-tracking spacecraft backed by Jeff Bezos’ Earth Fund, and now considers the satellite “likely not recoverable.” Controllers last heard from the craft on 20 June while it was passing over Svalbard, Norway. EDF has notified U.S. and New Zealand regulators of the anomaly and is relying on mission insurance while engineers investigate what went wrong.

Read more

The One Big Beautiful Bill, championed by President Donald J. Trump and supported by airline CEOs and Republican lawmakers, aims to modernize and overhaul the United States air traffic control system. The bill is presented as a solution to years of decline in the existing infrastructure, promising to deliver the most advanced air traffic control system globally. Key proponents, including Transportation Secretary Duffy and members of the House GOP, emphasize the bill's role in enhancing safety and efficiency in American airspace.

The legislation has garnered calls for swift passage in Congress to enable the U.S. Department of Transportation to begin the upgrade process promptly. Opponents are framed as voting against modernization and safety improvements in the skies.

U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Dan Caine told members of Congress in a classified briefing that the Pentagon declined to use its 30,000-pound Massive Ordnance Penetrator against Iran’s Isfahan nuclear complex during last weekend’s strikes because the facility lies so deep underground that even the bunker-buster was judged ineffective.

Instead, the United States fired submarine-launched Tomahawk cruise missiles at Isfahan while B-2 bombers deployed more than a dozen bunker-buster bombs against Iran’s Fordow and Natanz sites. U.S. intelligence assesses that the fortified tunnels beneath Isfahan store almost 60 percent of Iran’s enriched-uranium inventory, material Tehran would need to build a nuclear weapon.

Read more

Israel’s brief but intense conflict with Iran is proving financially punishing. The Wall Street Journal, citing defence analysts, calculates that the campaign cost Israel “hundreds of millions of dollars a day”, with missile-interceptor launches alone absorbing as much as $200 million every 24 hours.

New data released by the Israeli Ministry of Finance and the national Tax Authority, reported by Bloomberg, put direct damage to civilian property and infrastructure from Iranian missile strikes at roughly 10 billion shekels ($3 billion). When military spending, business shut-downs and compensation payments are added, Israeli media and economists estimate the 12-day war’s price tag at $12-20 billion, or about $725 million per day. Officials warn that such costs could limit Israel’s ability to sustain extended operations.

Read more

The United States thwarted an Iranian missile attack on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar in what Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, described as the largest single engagement ever undertaken by the Patriot air-defense system.

Caine said U.S. forces intercepted the incoming missiles, preventing damage to the sprawling Gulf installation that hosts thousands of American personnel. He did not disclose the number of projectiles fired or whether any secondary defense systems were used, but emphasized the scale of the interception was without precedent in U.S. military records.

The United Kingdom has announced it will supply Ukraine with 350 ASRAAM air defense missiles, financed by £70 million (approximately €82.6 million) in interest generated from frozen Russian state assets. This marks the first time the UK has directly used funds linked to Russia to purchase weaponry for Kyiv. The missiles, adapted for ground launch, will be deployed using British-supplied Raven launchers, with five already en route to Ukraine, increasing the total to 13. This delivery is part of a broader military aid package totaling £4.5 billion (€5.31 billion), the largest annual commitment by the UK to Ukraine's defense. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized that Russia should bear the financial responsibility for the war. The move reflects ongoing efforts by the UK and its allies to bolster Ukraine's air defense amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

The US Navy is deploying SM-3 missile interceptors at an accelerated pace to defend Israel amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Acting Navy Chief Admiral Kilby described the rate of usage as "alarming" but assured lawmakers that the Navy maintains sufficient stockpiles to address global threats. The intensified missile defense efforts come after Israel and the US have expended interceptor missiles equivalent to 20 years of production, with previous stocks also allocated to support Ukraine, including Patriot missiles provided by Israel. Senator Brian Schatz highlighted the extensive use of munitions in recent conflicts involving Iranian strikes on Israel, underscoring the scale of defensive operations.

Several prominent U.S. political figures and official accounts expressed their gratitude and welcome to U.S. military personnel returning home on June 22, 2025. The White House praised the United States Military as "the greatest force for freedom the world has ever known." Senators and representatives, including Senator Tom Cotton and Representatives Troy Nehls and Pat Harrigan, publicly welcomed the troops back and offered blessings. The Department of Defense also extended a warm welcome to the returning service members. The messages collectively emphasized appreciation for the military's service and dedication to the country.

European governments unveiled a series of maritime and long-range strike initiatives on 18 June as they seek to strengthen surveillance and deterrence capabilities in the North Atlantic and beyond.

The Netherlands said it has joined the Orka-class submarine development programme, aiming to reinforce patrol capacity in the Arctic and North Sea. In a parallel move, The Hague approved plans to fit its frigates with Raytheon Tomahawk missiles and to introduce a submarine-launched variant by 2032, broadening the navy’s conventional strike reach.

Read more

An Israeli Iron Dome interceptor missile malfunctioned and plunged into Tel Aviv on the night of 17 June while Israeli forces were attempting to repel an Iranian ballistic-missile barrage, according to multiple Israeli media reports and video footage circulating online.

The projectile spiralled out of control shortly after launch and landed in a northern district of the city, igniting trees and causing minor damage to nearby infrastructure. Israeli outlets said no injuries were recorded.

The incident is the second reported malfunction in as many days amid heightened exchanges with Iran. The Israel Defense Forces said they have opened an investigation into the cause of the failure, which occurred during what Iranian sources described as an IRGC operation. Tehran has not commented on the crash.

On June 16, 2025, Kyiv was targeted by a Russian missile strike involving Kh-101 air-launched cruise missiles equipped with cluster warheads. Multiple missiles hit the Ukrainian capital, with at least one intercepted by Ukrainian surface-to-air missiles (SAM), resulting in an air detonation. However, footage shows that a Patriot missile defense system failed to intercept one of the incoming Kh-101 missiles. The attack caused damage to residential areas, including apartments, and resulted in numerous injuries. Kyiv Mayor Vitalii Klychko condemned the strike, describing it as an act of genocide aimed at maximizing civilian casualties. The use of cluster munitions, which are designed to inflict widespread harm to civilians, has been highlighted in reports and videos from the incident.

Wizz Air has selected Pratt & Whitney to equip up to 177 additional Airbus A320neo and A321XLR aircraft with Pratt & Whitney GTF engines, continuing its partnership with the engine manufacturer despite previous manufacturing issues that led to costly groundings and impacted the budget carrier's growth. Pratt & Whitney has reported improvements in its supply chain and recently completed testing on a 3D printed TJ150 turbine wheel, advancing its additive manufacturing capabilities. Additionally, Pratt & Whitney is expanding its GTF maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) network by adding ITP Aero, which has secured a 25-year contract to maintain Pratt & Whitney's GTF engine family. ITP Aero plans to invest 100 million euros in its Ajalvir, Madrid facility and create 200 jobs to support this contract.

The Israeli David's Sling air defense system, jointly developed by the United States and Israel, has successfully intercepted ballistic missiles launched from Iran for the first time. Originally designed to counter threats with ranges between 40 and 300 kilometers, the system was deployed beyond its intended operational scope to address ballistic missiles with ranges up to 1,500 kilometers. This deployment came as a response to the limitations of Israel's Iron Dome system in countering such long-range threats. The David's Sling system serves as the middle tier of a three-layer air defense strategy and has now achieved a milestone by effectively neutralizing these Iranian ballistic missile threats during the recent campaign.