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Ukraine’s military intelligence reports that North Korea supplies 25% to 40% of Russia's artillery ammunition needs. Since June 2023, Pyongyang has provided over 100 ballistic missiles, 600 artillery systems, and 7 million rounds of ammunition to Russia.

Ukraine's air defences failed to intercept any of the ballistic missiles Russia fired during its latest attack, as analyzed by Andrew Chang. The article explores potential reasons for this failure in defense systems.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged NATO allies to prioritize air defense aid during the Ankara summit, citing a shortage of Patriot interceptors to counter Russian ballistic missiles. He highlighted Ukraine's advanced drone warfare capabilities but emphasized the urgent need for improved ballistic missile defense systems.

Russia launched a missile and drone strike on Kyiv and surrounding areas, killing at least 26 people and wounding over 100. President Volodymyr Zelensky called the attack a 'brutal strike' and urged NATO allies to enhance Ukraine’s air defense capabilities, particularly against ballistic missiles.

Russian missile and drone strikes in Kyiv region killed at least 18 people on the eve of a NATO summit. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged NATO and European allies to strengthen Ukraine’s air defenses, citing insufficient interceptor missiles to counter ballistic attacks. Russia claimed the strikes targeted military and energy infrastructure.

Russia attacked Ukraine's Kyiv region with ballistic missiles and drones on July 7, killing 11 people and wounding dozens. The strikes occurred ahead of a NATO summit in Turkey and as criticism of the war grows in Russia due to increasing casualties and Ukraine's internal strikes. Analysts describe the attacks as a 'sign of desperation' as Putin may be realizing he might not win the war.

Zelensky called for more Patriot missiles after a Russian attack involving 68 missiles and 351 drones, which Ukraine partially intercepted but failed to stop ballistic missiles causing civilian casualties. He emphasized the need to deploy stored Patriot systems to Ukraine.

Russia launched 29 ballistic missiles and 6 anti-ship missiles at Kyiv, which Ukrainian air defenses failed to intercept. The attack caused severe damage, killing 11 people and injuring 46, leading officials to declare July 7 a Day of Mourning.

Russia launched a large-scale ballistic missile attack on Kyiv, killing at least 11 people and injuring 46. Residential neighborhoods in the Darnytskyi and Podilskyi districts were struck, with apartment buildings hit and emergency crews responding to over 20 impact sites.

Russia struck Ukraine's Kyiv region with ballistic missiles, killing at least eight people and wounding dozens, on the eve of a NATO summit in Turkey. This marks the second attack on the capital in less than a week, highlighting the expanding reach of the war over four years after Russia's invasion.

Russia launched deadly missile and drone attacks on Kyiv, killing at least eight people and wounding dozens. This is the second major assault on the city and its surrounds in less than a week, with rescue crews working to pull residents from damaged buildings.

Russia launched ballistic missiles at Ukraine's Kyiv region, killing eight and wounding dozens, on the eve of a NATO summit in Turkey. This marks the second attack on Kyiv in less than a week as both sides escalate long-range strikes over four years into the war.

Russia launched attacks on Kyiv using ballistic and cruise missiles and drones, resulting in at least 27 deaths and numerous injuries. Kyiv's mayor, Vitali Klitschko, described the attack as the largest on the city since the war began.

Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine's capital using ballistic and cruise missiles and drones, killing several people. The attack occurred overnight into Thursday.

Russia launched attacks on Kyiv using ballistic and cruise missiles and drones, resulting in at least 13 deaths and dozens injured, according to Ukrainian officials. The strikes damaged residential buildings and civilian infrastructure.

Russian missiles and drones attacked Ukraine's capital, killing 11 people and damaging buildings and civilian infrastructure. Residents sought shelter in metro stations during the large-scale attack.

Kyiv was attacked following Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's warning of a potential massive Russian strike, resulting in at least two deaths and 11 injuries as Ukrainian forces defended against ballistic missiles and drones targeting the capital city.

Kyiv was attacked by Russian ballistic missiles and drones overnight, as reported by the city's mayor. Multiple explosions were observed across the capital.

Multiple explosions were heard in Kyiv after Ukraine’s Air Force warned of incoming ballistic missiles. Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed the capital was under attack from missiles and drones.

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated there should be no double standards regarding Iran's ballistic missiles, noting they were not discussed in a US-Iran MoU. He emphasized Pakistan's role in mediating negotiations for a lasting peace between Iran and the US.

Trump stated he was open to allowing Iran to retain its ballistic missiles, arguing it was 'unfair' for Iran to lack them if their neighbors possessed similar capabilities. He also referenced avoiding a 'Herbert Hoover' presidency.

President Donald Trump stated that it is unfair for Iran to not possess ballistic missiles when other regional countries do.

US president claims at G7 that additional strikes would have led to global economic catastrophe before again threatening to bomb the Islamic Republic if it doesn't comply with deal. Trump says 'it’s okay' for Iran to have some ballistic missiles as the deal takes force.

Trump signs a deal with Iran, which states 'now it’s time to test the implementation.' Iran's chief negotiator calls the MOU a 'failure' for the US and announces plans to charge Hormuz shipping fees after 60 days. Trump reiterates Iran should retain some ballistic missiles.

US President Donald Trump stated the United States will keep its military in the Gulf region 'for a while' following a deal with Tehran to end a nearly four-month conflict. He also noted that it is 'a little bit unfair' for Iran to lack ballistic missiles if other countries possess them.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced discussions with Gulf nations on Iran's ballistic missiles and terrorist proxies during the G7 meeting in France. He mentioned Syria's leader's intent to target Hezbollah, an Iranian proxy in Lebanon, and noted Lebanon's leader is expected to visit Washington soon.

A Russian barrage in Ukraine killed 11 people and damaged the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, an 11th-century Orthodox Christian cathedral. The attack involved hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles targeting Kyiv and Kharkiv, with President Zelenskyy calling for decisive G7 support and increased pressure on Russia.

A Russian attack on Ukraine caused a fire at the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, a centuries-old religious site in Kyiv, and killed five rescuers in Kharkiv. The strikes damaged civilian infrastructure, including apartment buildings, a market, and a grocery store, wounding at least 20 people in Kyiv.

A Russian attack on Ukraine caused a fire at the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, a centuries-old religious site in Kyiv, and killed five rescuers in Kharkiv. The strikes damaged civilian infrastructure, including apartment buildings, a market, and a grocery store in Kyiv, wounding at least 13 people.

Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly stated there is a munitions issue amid the Iran war, countering Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's denial. Kelly explained that attacking over 10,000 targets with cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, and bombs consumes significant munitions, which are not limitless.

Oleksandr Syrsky approved a long-range strike plan for Ukraine's missile forces and artillery through 2030, aiming to strike targets up to 2,000 km away. The plan includes mass production of Ukrainian ballistic and cruise missiles integrated with unmanned systems to reduce reliance on foreign weapons.

Israel's strikes on Lebanon and Iran have revealed diverging goals between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump warned Israel against attacking Beirut, but Israel struck Hezbollah in Lebanon, prompting Iran to fire ballistic missiles at Israel, which then retaliated against Iran.

Israel and Iran exchanged attacks for the first time since a ceasefire in April, with Israel targeting petrochemical facilities in Mahshahr linked to ballistic missile development. The attacks raised concerns about renewed conflict in the Middle East.

Israel has launched retaliatory air strikes on Iran, which follows Tehran's earlier ballistic missile launch. The strikes test a 2-month ceasefire between the two nations.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held diplomatic talks with UK, Turkey, and Pakistani officials following Israel’s strikes in Lebanon. The discussions focused on regional developments and Iran’s response to Israel’s 'repeated violations of the ceasefire in Lebanon.' Iran launched ballistic missiles toward northern Israel after Israeli strikes in Beirut.

The Israeli military reported intercepting ballistic missiles from Iran for the first time since a ceasefire was announced. NBC News' Courtney Kube and Matt Bradley covered the development.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) targeted Israel’s Ramat David airbase with ballistic missiles, issuing a warning that further escalation could trigger a broader response. The strike is part of a widening regional confrontation fueled by Israel’s attacks on Lebanon and Iran.

Kuwait intercepted seven ballistic missiles over residential areas, which were fired from Iran. The interception resulted in debris but no casualties.

Bahrain's government reported that Iran fired ballistic missiles and drones toward Bahrain and Kuwait, escalating regional tensions. Air raid sirens were sounded in Bahrain as a result.

Iran targeted US bases in Gulf countries, including Bahrain and Kuwait, after the US shot down drones and struck Iranian radar sites. Bahrain and Kuwait reported intercepting ballistic missiles and drones launched by Iran, following an exchange of fire between the US and Iran that threatens a fragile ceasefire.