Unique patch by China.

China’s 6th-generation fighter J-36 heads toward the U.S. to strike Washington with air-launched cruise missiles, including the YJ-21 hypersonic anti-ship ballistic missile.

Nearby, a “downed” American B-21 bomber crashes into the Pacific.

Ukraine now fields small recon drones with laser target designators, enabling precise strikes with laser-guided munitions like Copperhead, AASM Hammer, and JDAM, even on moving targets.

Integration reportedly took 2 years and thousands of man-hours.

Biden:

Putin knew that we could take him out anytime with nuclear weapons in Ukraine, he wanted to make sure that there were no nuclear weapons in Ukraine.

Germany's Syria Coordinator Tobias Lindner:

Russia’s military presence in Syria impacts European security.

Russia must close its bases in Syria.

#BREAKING: Israel’s security cabinet approved the Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal.

Senior Israeli officials to Ynet:

Türkiye is not an enemy but a rival, and while there may be tensions, no one wants to escalate to military conflict.

There is ongoing dialogue with Türkiye through security channels.

Under no circumstances would we want to see Turkish military forces close to Israel’s border.

Biden administration reveals its previously classified support for Ukraine’s drone industry, investing billions to boost production capabilities.

$1.5 billion was allocated in September 2023, with an additional $800 million last fall for drone components and manufacturing support.

National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan highlighted, “UAVs are central to the fight in Ukraine and will be key in future conflicts.”

U.S.-backed drones have slowed Russian advances and destroyed 25% of Russia’s Black Sea fleet.

CIA played a critical role, with Director William Burns stating, “Our support has helped Ukrainians defend themselves with effective systems.”

Source: NYT

Hungary's Orban:

Ukraine no longer exists without Western funds.

Its economy is in ruins, and its EU membership would pose a major threat to Europe’s economy and agriculture.

Turkish Minister of Transport:

We will revive the highway and GSM network in Syria.

Chinese President Xi Jinping held a phone call with Trump, Xinhua reports.

Lithuania will allocate 5-6% of its GDP to defense from 2026 to 2030, Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys says.

“Difficult times demand bold decisions. We urge our allies to follow suit—‘sit-and-wait’ strategies are over.”