Russia’s Ministry of Defense announced that approximately 1,320 Ukrainian soldiers were killed within the past 24 hours during ongoing military operations. According to a report by the Russian news agency TASS, the losses occurred across multiple battle zones, including the North, West, South, Center, East, and Dnipro sectors, where Russian forces conducted coordinated offensives.

The ministry further stated that its air defense systems destroyed ten guided aerial bombs, one U.S.-made HIMARS multiple-launch rocket projectile, and 352 fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicles during the same period. It also claimed that since the start of the special military operation, Russian forces have destroyed a large number of Ukrainian aircraft, helicopters, drones, tanks, rocket launchers, artillery, and other military vehicles.

The report, citing official Russian sources, did not include independent verification or Ukrainian responses to these claims.

Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari has claimed that during last year’s conflict, a Pakistani drone flew close to the residence of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking at a rally in Moro, Sindh province, Zardari said the drone hovered over Modi’s residence for some time and that Pakistan Air Force drones had breached India’s defense lines.

According to reports from Indian media including NDTV, Zardari also asserted that Pakistan’s Air Force had shot down eight Indian aircraft. The remarks come in reference to the 2025 conflict that followed a deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir, where 25 tourists and a horseman were killed. India launched strikes inside Pakistan in response, prompting retaliatory attacks from Pakistan.

The hostilities were eventually halted after mediation by U.S. President Donald Trampen, leading both sides to agree to end the fighting, according to the same reports.

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi pledged to further strengthen Japan’s military capabilities while indirectly criticizing China during a security conference in Singapore on Sunday. Speaking at the annual Shangri-La Dialogue, Koizumi dismissed Beijing’s accusations that Tokyo is pursuing a risky “new militarism,” calling such claims untrue. Without naming China directly, he contrasted Japan’s lack of nuclear weapons with a country possessing vast nuclear and bomber arsenals, questioning the fairness of labeling Japan militaristic.

According to reports from Singapore, Japan under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is moving toward a more active defense policy, gradually departing from its post–World War II pacifist stance with U.S. support. China has repeatedly criticized this shift, warning it could threaten regional stability. Koizumi countered that China is expanding its military power without sufficient transparency, calling it a serious concern for Japan.

Koizumi said Japan will continue enhancing its defense capabilities with high transparency, including in artificial intelligence, unmanned systems, cybersecurity, and space defense. The Shangri-La Dialogue gathered security officials and experts from about 45 countries, though China again sent a lower-level delegation.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed that a total of 28 vessels, including oil tankers, container ships, and other commercial ships, passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours. According to the IRGC’s naval branch, all ships crossed safely under the coordination and security arrangements of the IRGC Navy.

The IRGC statement, published by Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency, added that the ‘intelligent control’ of the Strait of Hormuz is being maintained with regular strictness and oversight. The strait is one of the world’s most critical energy transport routes, through which large volumes of oil and goods are shipped daily.

Experts note that any military or security activity in this region could influence global markets due to its strategic importance in global energy transportation.

Israeli troops have captured a strategic hilltop in southern Lebanon that hosts the historic Beaufort Castle. The Israeli military announced on Sunday that this marks the country’s deepest incursion into Lebanon in more than 25 years. According to the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation, the army is focusing on consolidating control over the Beaufort Castle and the nearby Saluki River area.

The fortress, located near the city of Nabatieh, has been a focal point of several major clashes since Israel’s 1982 invasion of Lebanon. Before taking control of the site, Israeli forces carried out days of intense fighting and airstrikes in nearby villages, engaging in heavy battles with Hezbollah fighters. Reports said that control was achieved after heavy shelling and fighting from both ground and air.

The report also noted that Israel and Lebanon have remained in conflict since the establishment of the Israeli state in 1948, underscoring the long-standing hostilities between Tel Aviv and Beirut.

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi firmly rejected Beijing’s accusation that Tokyo is embracing a ‘new militarism,’ during his remarks at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on Sunday. He criticized China’s rapid military buildup and lack of transparency, saying such actions are a growing concern for Japan and the international community. Koizumi argued that Japan, which possesses no nuclear weapons or strategic bombers, is unfairly labeled while others with vast arsenals face no such criticism.

Koizumi emphasized Japan’s post–World War II record of respecting international law, upholding the UN Charter, and supporting a free and open international order. His comments came after China’s foreign ministry urged Asia-Pacific nations to resist Japan’s alleged militarist resurgence. At the same forum, Chinese Major General Meng Xiangqing questioned Japan’s credibility in defense cooperation, citing its wartime legacy.

Koizumi expressed regret that he could not meet his Chinese counterpart but reaffirmed Japan’s readiness for dialogue. He said Japan is determined to play a new role in regional defense cooperation and strengthen deterrence, following Tokyo’s recent easing of its long-standing arms export restrictions.

Egypt has expressed full solidarity with Lebanon and reaffirmed its commitment to stand by Beirut. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty made a strong call for the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanese territory during a phone conversation with Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam.

During the call, Abdelatty emphasized that any violation of Lebanon’s sovereignty constitutes a serious breach of international law. He urged the immediate and total withdrawal of Israeli military forces from all Lebanese regions. The minister also stressed the importance of strengthening Lebanon’s national army, asserting that Egypt fully supports the Lebanese Armed Forces.

Abdelatty further stated that maintaining law, order, and sovereignty should be the sole responsibility of the Lebanese state and its army, not of any armed groups such as Hezbollah. The statement reflects Egypt’s firm stance on upholding Lebanon’s sovereignty and promoting state authority over non-state actors.

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has strongly condemned Israel’s ongoing offensive in southern Lebanon, describing it as a devastating act of aggression. In a televised address delivered ahead of a new round of negotiations mediated by the United States, he called for an immediate ceasefire and warned that Israel’s so-called “scorched-earth policy” would not ensure its security.

The statement followed Israel’s warning for civilians to evacuate the area, after which Tel Aviv launched renewed attacks across southern Lebanon. Salam emphasized that his government had consciously chosen the path of dialogue as the most responsible and appropriate option to protect Lebanon and its people.

The “scorched-earth policy” refers to a destructive military tactic aimed at denying the enemy access to resources, food, or infrastructure during retreat or defense. The remarks highlight Lebanon’s preference for diplomatic engagement amid escalating regional tensions.

The United States has warned that it is prepared to resume military action against Iran if a peace agreement is not reached under President Donald Trump’s strict conditions. Trump stated that any deal must ensure Iran will never develop nuclear weapons, calling it one of his key red lines. According to AFP, White House officials said Trump is close to a decision on a possible agreement but has not yet given final approval. Iran, meanwhile, has confirmed that no final understanding has been reached to end the conflict.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in Singapore that Washington is fully prepared to restart the war if necessary, emphasizing that US military assets are ready. The US Central Command announced on social media that its forces remain deployed and on alert across the region. Despite a ceasefire in effect since April, sporadic clashes continue, and Iran claimed to have downed a US-Israeli drone.

Diplomatic talks are ongoing, including discussions on halting the conflict in Lebanon, which Iran insists must be part of any agreement. Israeli forces have reportedly advanced further inside Lebanon.

An Israeli soldier was killed and four others were injured during a military operation in southern Lebanon, according to a statement from the Israeli military. The deceased soldier was 21 years old. The incident occurred on Saturday, though the military did not release further details about the operation or the circumstances of the attack.

Israel’s Channel 12 reported that the soldier died in a drone strike, while the four injured soldiers are receiving medical treatment. Following the incident, Israeli authorities launched an investigation to determine the source and nature of the attack.

The clash comes amid escalating tensions and frequent confrontations between Israeli forces and Hezbollah along the Lebanon border, which have resulted in casualties on both sides, according to the report.

Israel has launched a large-scale military operation in southern Lebanon, focusing on the Shebaa Farms and Wadi al-Saluki areas. Army spokesperson Ela Waweya said the operation aims to destroy what Israel calls 'terrorist infrastructure' and strengthen operational control in the region. The campaign, which began several days earlier, involves ground forces expanding the front line and extending attacks north of the Litani River against Hezbollah. Israeli troops are also operating near Nabatieh and are prepared to widen the offensive if necessary.

According to Al Jazeera, Israeli forces are attempting to encircle the city of Nabatieh while conducting heavy bombardment and airstrikes toward other towns. Since the beginning of the campaign, Israel has declared the entire southern region of Lebanon a conflict zone and warned residents to move north of the Zahrani River. The escalation has intensified an already severe humanitarian crisis, with more than one million people reportedly displaced by the ongoing Israeli offensive.

The situation in southern Lebanon remains volatile as Israeli operations continue to expand into new areas, raising concerns about further civilian displacement and regional instability.

An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon has killed nine Syrian refugees from the same family, including six children, despite a ceasefire being in effect. The attack occurred near the city of Sidon in the Adloun area, where Israeli warplanes struck a residential building. Lebanon’s state news agency reported that civilians were living in the building, and the health ministry confirmed that all the bodies recovered from the rubble belonged to one family.

The ceasefire, initially brokered through indirect U.S. mediation and extended for 45 days from May 17, has not halted Israeli operations in Lebanon. Israel continues to carry out airstrikes and military actions in southern Lebanon, the Bekaa Valley, and areas under Hezbollah influence, claiming to target Hezbollah’s military infrastructure and weapons depots. Lebanese authorities and human rights groups, however, report rising civilian casualties and widespread destruction.

In recent months, hundreds have been killed in Israeli attacks across Lebanon, including women, children, and medical workers. Hezbollah has also continued rocket and drone strikes into northern Israel, keeping border tensions high despite the ceasefire.

Iran has unveiled a new high-speed attack vessel capable of launching cruise missiles. According to the semi-official Fars news agency, the unveiling took place at Tehran’s Enqelab Square, where the Iranian military introduced the vessel named ‘27 Rajab’. The report stated that the vessel can reach speeds of up to 100 knots, equivalent to 185 kilometers per hour, and is designed for long-range cruise missile operations.

Fars described the new vessel as a symbol of Iran’s growing maritime military capability. The development underscores Tehran’s continued focus on strengthening its naval forces amid regional security challenges.

In a separate statement, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it had shot down a U.S. drone that allegedly entered Iranian airspace over regional waters for a hostile mission, according to the same report.

US President Donald Trump stated that the airstrike on Iran was carried out to protect Israel. In an interview with Fox News, he said that if the United States had not launched a B-2 bomber attack on Iran nine months earlier, the country might have already developed nuclear weapons. According to Trump, such a scenario could have led to the loss of Israel and destabilized the Middle East.

Discussing his next steps on Iran, Trump said the United States was close to reaching a 'great deal' that would save many lives and allow the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz after signing. He described Iran’s leadership as tough negotiators but claimed the US was gradually achieving its objectives.

Trump added that he was not in a hurry to finalize the deal, emphasizing that rushing could lead to a poor agreement. He concluded that if the desired outcome was not reached, the US would end the matter through other means.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it has shot down a United States military drone that allegedly entered Iranian airspace. According to an IRGC statement, the MQ-1 drone was detected early in the morning as it crossed regional waters and entered Iran’s skies with the intention of conducting a hostile mission. The drone was reportedly destroyed by a modern defense missile system operated by the Revolutionary Guard.

The IRGC emphasized that any act of aggression against Iran would be met with firm retaliation. The statement did not specify the exact location of the incident or provide details about possible casualties or debris recovery. The report was originally carried by Al Jazeera.

The incident highlights continuing tensions between Iran and the United States over military operations and surveillance in the region, though no immediate response from the US side was mentioned in the report.