South Sudan defends heavy deployment of military troops in the capital city of Juba. Officials maintain the security presence is necessary to maintain order in the region.

China military slams Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te's 'independence' push as futile, warns against military resistance to reunification. PLA remains on high alert to counter separatist attempts.

China's defense ministry condemns Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te's 'Taiwan independence' remarks made under the guise of peace, accusing him of pursuing separatism through military means and wasting public funds to court foreign support. The ministry warns such efforts are futile and vows the People's Liberation Army will resolutely safeguard national sovereignty.

Ukraine drone strike kills 12, wounds 15 Russian troops in occupied Snizhne, Donetsk

A drone strike hit a Russian troop location in occupied Snizhne, Donetsk Oblast, killing 12 and wounding 15. Footage shows aftermath damage.

Ukraine hits 10 Russian oil sites in May; 6 halt ops. Moscow, Ryazan, Perm among affected.

Ukraine's unmanned forces commander says 10 Russian oil sites hit in May, 6 halted operations. Facilities in Moscow, Ryazan, Perm, Kirishi, Samara, Tuapse affected.

Iran warns of wider war if US attacks again; Israel strikes Lebanon

Iran warns of wider war if US attacks again, after Trump considered resuming military campaign; Israel strikes Lebanon