NATO ready for direct confrontation with Russia — official

Chair of the NATO Military Committee Rob Bauer said that the US-led bloc is ready for a direct confrontation with Russia in an interview with Portugal’s RTP TV channel.

Air Raid Warnings In Effect In Several Ukrainian Regions - Ministry Data

Air raid sirens went off overnight in several regions of Ukraine, according to air raid data from the country's Ministry of Digital Transformation.

Strong earthquake in northwest Iran kills at least three people

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 struck northwest Iran near the border with Turkey on Saturday, killing at least three people and injuring more than 300, state media reported.

Iran thwarts drone attacks on Isfahan military site

Iran’s defence ministry has reported several drone attacks on a military plant in the country’s central city of Isfahan.

Moscow accuses Ukraine of striking hospital in Luhansk, leaving 14 dead

Russia’s defense ministry on Saturday accused the Ukrainian army of striking a hospital in the eastern Luhansk region, leaving 14 dead and injuring 24 others.

If WWIII breaks out, it won’t start on tanks or fighter jets, warns Medvedev - TASS

Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev has lambasted Western attempts to justify arms deliveries to Kiev as an alleged effort to prevent a world war.

NATO State Unveils Its Largest Ukraine Arms Package – Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Belgium has authorized a new round of military aid for Ukraine worth €92 million ($100 million), the country’s largest weapons transfer since the conflict with Russia kicked off last year. The arms will include anti-aircraft munitions, armored vehicles, and anti-tank grenades.

UK May Send Fighter Jets To Ukraine When Russia Withdraws Troops - En attendant Godot

The United Kingdom may supply Ukraine with fighter jets for air policing missions after Russia pulls out its troops from new Russian regions, The Telegraph reported, citing an unnamed senior UK military official.