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World News in Brief: Afghanistan airstrikes, rights violations in DR Congo, Gaza displacement

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
At least 28 civilians were killed and 49 injured in airstrikes carried out in Paktya, Paktika and Kunar provinces in Afghanistan on Sunday evening, the UN Mission in the country has reported.
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Olga Zykova at URC 2026: Since 2022, international partners have provided Ukraine with nearly $180 billion in budget support

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
Deputy Minister of Finance of Ukraine Olga Zykova participated in the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026 (URC 2026), held in Gdańsk on June 24-26. She spoke at the panel discussion "Recovery Despite the War - Future in the Making", dedicated to the strategic vision for Ukraine's recovery and reconstruction amid the full-scale war.
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Ministry of Defence concludes year-long Smart Force Academy cycle, bringing together nearly 200 Ukrainian defence companies

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, together with its partners, has completed the 12-month Smart Force Academy educational programme for Ukrainian manufacturers of weapons and military equipment. A total of 385 representatives from 199 defence companies took part in the training, accounting for around 20% of the sector's enterprises. Nearly 40% of participants were company founders, co-owners, or executives.
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The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approves the framework for using EU funds for defence procurement

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
Ukrainian defence manufacturers will gain additional opportunities to expand production and fulfil contracts for the Defence Forces of Ukraine.
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Over €100 million for defense technologies: Government gives the green light to international grants from Brave1 and partner countries

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
Ukraine is launching Brave International, the official unified framework for cooperation with international partners to advance defense innovation. The relevant resolution was adopted by the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine.
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Putin says Russia received proposal to limit military action to four regions

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
Russian President Vladimir Putin has received a proposal to limit its military campaign in Ukraine to four fronts.
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NATO Turning Ukraine Into Test Ground for Deep Strikes Into Russia - Foreign Ministry

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
NATO is working on advanced weapons systems for Ukraine designed to disable Russian airfields and airbases, including those located deep inside Russian territory, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said.
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Russia Liberates Bogodarovka Settlement in Dnepropetrovsk Region - MoD

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
The Russian armed forces have taken control of the settlement of Bogodarovka in the Dnepropetrovsk region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Monday.
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Saving the Kiev Regime Is Not Part of Our Plans — Putin

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected Ukraine's proposal to limit military operations to four regions, calling it a tactical move designed to redeploy troops amid a catastrophic personnel shortage, while also emphasizing that Russia's energy infrastructure is holding up well against Ukrainian strikes.
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UN details humanitarian toll of strikes on Ukrainian power industry

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
Missile and drone attacks killed at least a dozen civilians in Russia and Ukraine over the weekend as both countries continue to launch long-range drone strikes.
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Speakers in Security Council Urge Independent Investigation into Reported Strike on Belarusian School Bus, Repeat Calls for Ukraine-Russian Federation Ceasefire

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
Meeting following a reported strike on a bus transporting Belarusian civilians in the Russian Federation, many speakers in the Security Council today called for an independent investigation to establish the facts surrounding this incident as calls for a broader ceasefire echoed yet again in the chamber.
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Civilians must never bear the consequences of conflict: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on Belarus.
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PM meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte: 29 June 2026

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
The Prime Minister hosted the NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at Downing Street today.
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At least six new air defence warships to defend UK waters and boost shipbuilding

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
At least six new warships will be built for the Royal Navy under the Defence Investment Plan, delivering the UK's most advanced maritime air defence capability and keeping British shipyards working for decades to come.
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UK drone transformation to strengthen Armed Forces backed by more than £5 billion

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
Britain's Armed Forces will be strengthened and thousands of British jobs created through a drone transformation, announced by the Prime Minister and backed by more than £5 billion in the Government's Defence Investment Plan.
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"Türkiye, with its powerful military and advanced defense industry, contributes to NATO's security"

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
Speaking at a luncheon in honor of NATO Parliamentary Speakers, President Erdoğan said: "With its powerful military, modern military capabilities, and advanced defense industry, Türkiye has been at the forefront of allies contributing to NATO's security for over 70 years. We actively take part in NATO missions and support the preservation of peace and stability."
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Relevant activities by Chinese authorities in waters east of Taiwan Island legitimate and lawful: FM spokesperson dismisses Tokyo's claims over CCG's activities

Globalsecurity.org - Mon, 29/06/2026 - 14:00
China has repeatedly made its solemn position clear, and we wish to reiterate that China has an exclusive economic zone and continental shelf in the waters east of Taiwan Island. Relevant activities carried out by Chinese authorities in those waters are legitimate, lawful and beyond reproach, Guo Jiakun, a spokesperson for China's Foreign Ministry, said at a regular press conference on Monday.
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