Day News Recap: Russia escalates Ukraine strikes as wildfires, storms and Middle East tensions spread
Russia intensified its overnight bombardment of Ukrainian cities, killing 13 people and injuring 90, as the latest wave of strikes hit multiple areas and deepened fears over the coming winter. 🔗Volodymyr Zelensky warned Ukraine could enter winter with virtually no working thermal power plants after fresh Russian strikes killed four in the Kyiv region, while Kyiv also said its 40 day strike campaign inside Russia had hit oil and gas infrastructure at least 100 times. 🔗 🔗Ukraine also said Russia may deploy 30,000 to 50,000 North Korean troops on Russian territory to support the war effort, adding to concerns over... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Recap | 09 Aug 2026 18:20 LONDON
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Pentagon presses US weapons makers to speed output amid stockpile concerns
The Pentagon has asked the US defence industry to accelerate weapons production as officials seek to replenish diminished munitions stocks. The request comes amid concerns that recent fighting with Iran has further reduced inventories of advanced missile interceptors. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said the department is focused on boosting munitions acquisitions at what he called the pace the threat demands.Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg wrote to industry leaders on Wednesday and gave them 21 days to submit plans for faster delivery schedules or higher production of critical capabilities. In the memo, he said years-long development cycles are not acceptable and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Aug 2026 17:33 LONDON
Sheikh Hasina vows to return to Bangladesh amid extradition pressure and death sentence row
Sheikh Hasina has renewed her pledge to return to Bangladesh, saying she is prepared to face arrest, prison or even death if she goes back. Speaking by audio from New Delhi at an event marking the second anniversary of the end of her 15-year rule, the former prime minister said fear would not determine her duty to her supporters. Her remarks come as Bangladesh continues to press India for her extradition and as anger over her case remains visible on the streets of Dhaka.Hasina, 78, said she knew she might be detained and sent to prison, but insisted she could... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Aug 2026 10:59 LONDON
