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US shares data with Ukraine | Vantage on Firstpost | N18G

According to a report, US is preparing to share battlefield intelligence with Ukraine to strike targets on the Russian territory. The U-turn of Trump symbolises his action plan amid the tensions that escalated between Washington and Kyiv. Trump has also allowed US agencies to share data with Ukraine. What does this move states? For Russia, this may trigger new strategic calculations and for Ukraine this signals a fresh phase in the war.

EU authorities to built a drone wall amid Russian airspace violations| Firstpost America | N18G

EU gathered in Copenhagen to plan new drone and anti-drone technology to strengthen the bloc's defence system against the Russian drones. The problem arises amid the Russia-Ukraine row, the European authorities have accused Russia of using their illegal airspace activities and violating the drone actions. EU will not chair a meeting to list and analyse the Russian violations which comes with a series of airspace violations. Disruptions at multiple countries like Denmark, Estonia and Romania pushed EU to take alternative steps and accelerate efforts.

Europe plans to erect drone defence barrier amid Russian Airspace violations | Vantage On Firstpost

Europe is dealing with an increasing threat from unauthorized drones entering its airspace. Recently, Poland observed drones crossing its borders, Romania issued warnings about drone activity, and Danish airports had to shut down after drones appeared near runways. To address this, the European Union plans to establish a drone security barrier, a comprehensive network of radar systems, detection sensors, and signal jamming technology stretching from Finland to Bulgaria. This initiative, backed by NATO and supported by Ukraine’s battlefield experience, aims to boost regional security. However, questions remain about funding and how long implementation will take. Russia has denied any involvement and has criticized the project as an act of escalation.

Putin expected to visit India this December amid US trade strain | Vantage On Firstpost

Russian President Vladimir Putin is likely to visit India in early December for high-level discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The meeting is expected to focus on strengthening strategic cooperation, trade, and energy partnerships between the two nations. Their last interaction was a brief exchange during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in China. Putin’s planned visit comes at a delicate time, as mounting trade disagreements between India and the United States are drawing global attention to New Delhi’s growing ties with Moscow.

Now drone sightings in Munich. What is Europe’s plan to counter this new threat?

Over a dozen flights were grounded at Munich airport on Thursday, with around 3,000 passengers affected after drones were spotted. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have also been spotted in several other countries, like Denmark, France, Norway, and Poland, among others, over the past month. What is Europe doing to counter them?

Drone incursions in Denmark send sales of emergency radios, rice and canned mackerel soaring

Europe, in general, has been troubled with unexplained drone sightings in the past couple of days, with most countries suspecting Russia behind the incursions, although the Kremlin has categorically denied being involved

Russia launches 600 drones and 50 missiles on Ukraine | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G

In the dead of night, Kyiv lit up with explosions as Russia carried out one of its most intense air assaults since the conflict began. Close to 600 drones and 50 missiles were launched toward Ukraine, triggering sirens across multiple cities. Air defence units managed to destroy many of them, but several struck hospitals, residential areas and power stations. The strikes left entire neighbourhoods in darkness, claimed the life of a 12 year old girl and injured many more. These attacks came at the same time as the UN General Assembly session, where Moscow rejected allegations of targeting civilians. The pressing question remains, what was the motive behind this massive escalation?

Putin rejects 'nonsense' fear that Russia will attack Nato, heaps praise on Trump

In his televised speech on Thursday, Russian President Vladimir Putin rejected the 'nonsense' fears that Moscow is planning to attack Nato as he struck a conciliatory tone for US President Donald Trump

'We are closely monitoring...': Putin vows 'significant' response to 'Europe's militarisation'

"We are closely monitoring the rising militarisation of Europe. Retaliatory measures by Russia will not take long. The response to such threats will be very significant," said Putin

Cold War over, this is already a fiery conflict with the West, says Russia

Moscow rejects Cold War comparisons, calling the current standoff with the West an active conflict amid rising tensions over Ukraine, Nato, and alleged sabotage claims