Footage of German and Polish engineering troops working together to fortify Poland's eastern border against Russia.

The SBS hunted down 13 more ships of Russia's "shadow fleet" in the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov: one tanker, 10 cargo ships, and two tugboats. The total tally has reached 196 vessels.

Ukrainian mid-range attack drones continue to swarm Russian rear area logistics routes in occupied southern Ukraine.

How regional interference in the Sudanese war is affecting the refugee crisis and raising security concerns in Europe: According to the statement, Europe faces an urgent need to reassess its migration policies, arguing that accepting people from regions affected by war and extremism could pose security risks if violent ideologies are imported alongside migration. The statement claims that Europe has seen an increase in violent incidents and vandalism involving some migrants, which it attributes to ongoing conflicts and extremist influences in their countries of origin. It specifically cites Sudanese migrants, alleging that some arrive influenced by the Muslim Brotherhood and arguing that this makes integration into secular European societies more difficult. The statement further alleges that the Muslim Brotherhood, the Sudanese army, and certain regional powers contribute to the spread of extremist ideology, claiming that these influences can extend into Europe through migration.

President Donald J. Trump has announced via Truth Social that "any time the Islamic Republic of Iran shoots at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz..the United States will bomb and destroy ONE BRIDGE OR POWER PLANT..."

Tehran Friday prayer leader Hajj Ali Akbari: "We will send to hell everyone who played a role in Khamenei's assassination -- those who gave the orders, the perpetrators, and the accomplices. This is the mission of our nation."

A Russian Balzam-class vessel, RFS Pribaltica, was detected by Japan transiting between the Japanese and Russian islands of Hokkaido and Sakalin, according to the Japanese Ministry of Defense. Japan dispatched a vessel to monitor the transit. This follows joint Chinese-Russian naval exercises that recently took place within Japan’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) as Sino-Russian naval cooperation in the Western Pacific theater of competition continues to increase.

U.S. strikes targeted a military base near Behbehan Northwest Airport in Iran’s Khuzestan Province.

Explosions and power flashes seen in the port heavy industry area of Mahshahr, Iran tonight.

Explosions in Behbahan, Iran as U.S. officially announces they have begun conducting airstrikes.

American forces are carrying out a widespread series of airstrikes across western Iran tonight, with dozens of explosions reported so far.

Heavy U.S. strikes are again underway as footage purportedly shows strikes on targets in Shiraz Iran.

CJCS Gen. Caine confirms that a Ukrainian Air Force F-16 shot down a Russian Su-35 in air to air combat.

U.S. President Donald Trump wants FIFA President Gianni Infantino to be the next secretary-general of the United Nations. - NYP

Iranian military spokesman: "Because you targeted the private residences of our commanders and their families, all your commanders in the region will now be targeted in their private residences as well."

Crimea is under drone attack right now. OSINT monitoring channels report explosions in Yalta and Feodosia. A fire has also been reported in Alushta following the attack.

CENTCOM on Iran naval blockade: “As of July 21, U.S. forces have redirected 8 commercial vessels and disabled 1 to fully enforce the blockade.”

President Trump: "After meeting with the President of Lebanon, Joseph Aoun, who has done a remarkable job working to transform his Country, I am hereby directing my Administration to allow all U.S. airline carriers to fly directly to Lebanon so that Americans can easily visit this beautiful land. Hopefully, other Countries will do the same. Enjoy! President DONALD J. TRUMP"

Gen. Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff: "Today, we remember 1st Lt. Tyler Feehan, Sgt. Michael Swinton, and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales."

Sec. of War Pete Hegseth: "We live in a dangerous world that requires bold and swift action, hence this supplemental request for Fiscal Year 2026. This request is an urgent, necessary injection of resources to address the immediate needs of our department."