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Reports of mysterious ‘SUV-sized drones’ over New Jersey have sparked panic and wild speculation, including claims of an “Iranian mothership” prowling US shores. 

Under the guise of religion, Moscow has created a spy and propaganda network across Ukraine and Europe, spreading pro-Russian influence, anti-Ukraine sentiment, and pro-war rhetoric – another tool in the Kremlin’s hybrid warfare arsenal.

Friedrich Merz has emerged as a strong contender to replace Olaf Scholz following the chancellor’s recent vote of no confidence. Known for his firm support for Ukraine, Merz has called for a decisive shift in Germany’s foreign policy including long-range missiles for Kyiv.

Two military bases in Syria were geopolitically vital for Moscow in waging war worldwide. Assad’s downfall has been a severe strategic blow for Russia. Why are these bases key for the Kremlin?

Finding out people’s search habits gives us a rare glimpse into the everyday realities of their lives. Google’s Year in Search offers this lens into the hopes, concerns, and curiosities of nations. For Ukraine, these searches tell a story starkly different from most—shaped by resilience under attack, all due to Russia’s ongoing invasion.

Russia launched relentless airstrikes in Syria for almost ten years, attacks mirrored by Moscow in its war against Ukraine. Why was Russia involved in the Syrian war and how did it impact the war in Ukraine?