The Chinese government has confirmed the dismissal of Defense Minister Li Shangfu, following weeks of speculation about the official’s whereabouts, due to his lengthy absence from the public spotlight.

Newly published footage from the Ukraine conflict purports to show two German-made Leopard battle tanks taking direct hits in Russian strikes, with both seen bursting into flames. In a pair of clips shared by military bloggers on Tuesday, two Ukrainian tanks appeared to meet their demise after being struck by Russian drones and artillery. Open-source…

Diplomats from the Jewish state reportedly want Moscow to take a “more balanced” position The Israeli Foreign Ministry has conveyed its “displeasure” with Russia’s position on the conflict with Hamas in Gaza, public broadcaster Kan reported on Tuesday, citing anonymous sources.