Gulf Escalation: Iran’s IRGC claimed a coordinated missile-and-drone strike on a US base in Jordan, while Kuwait and Jordan reported intercepting Iranian missiles and drones with no casualties or damage in Jordan; Kuwait suspended airport operations after attacks hit power and desalination infrastructure. Ukraine-Russia Drone War: Ukrainian drones struck Russian logistics and energy targets deep inside Russia, killing seven and injuring dozens at Wildberries warehouses in Tambov and Moscow regions, and igniting an oil depot near Noginsk; Moscow also reported multiple drone attacks across regions. EU Sanctions on Drone Tech: The EU sanctioned five companies tied to Russia’s ABS Electro and its “Kometa” navigation modules used in Shahed/Geran drones and Iskander-M missiles, aiming to block the full production chain. Defense Industrial Moves: The US awarded a $418.5M contract to dismantle the former USS Enterprise in Mobile, with completion expected by Sept 2030. European Deterrence: Germany and France signed an agreement to deepen defense cooperation on nuclear deterrence and missile defense after their fighter-jet project collapse. Underwater Counter-Drone R&D: Denmark’s Triton Depth raised €1M to build an underwater sensor network to track vessels and drone-related threats. Ukraine Command Turmoil: Zelensky’s dismissal of defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov sparked protests, with supporters citing his push for drone and procurement reforms.