Mysterious drones appearing over Norwegian oil rigs and wind farms were suspected of being launched from Russian-controlled ships, conducting espionage and positioning activities. Reports of drone swarms over the U.S. East Coast raised concerns of hybrid warfare, with recent sightings over military bases in England and Germany believed to be state-sponsored surveillance missions. As Russia, Iran, and other hostile states escalate hybrid attacks on Western countries, defense officials face challenges in deterring such acts and assigning blame, with examples including cyberattacks in Albania and Russia’s covert sabotage against NATO allies since the invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
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Pope Francis is in critical condition after long respiratory crisis
Pope Francis is in critical condition after suffering a severe asthma attack and receiving treatment for pneumonia and a lung infection. Doctors are closely monitoring his condition, particularly for the risk of sepsis, and have emphasized the potential complications due to his age and existing health issues. Speculation about a possible resignation has been addressed by Vatican officials, who are focused on the Pope's recovery and well-being during this challenging time. Full Article
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