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Daily round up of news
No country is safe after Trump's anarchy in Venezuela - global order has collapsed
The US President isn't bothering to hide his intentions - 19th-century imperialism is back

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January 4, 2026 at 3:59 PM
"They'll pop champagne in the Kremlin." Zelenskyy decided to dismiss the head of the SBU, who led Operation Spider Web.

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January 4, 2026 at 3:57 PM
Trump again expressed dissatisfaction with Putin, who staged a "bloodbath" in Ukraine.

"I thought one of the easiest [to resolve] would be a war between Russia and Ukraine. But it's not."

ru.themoscowtimes.com/2026/01/04/t...
January 4, 2026 at 3:55 PM
Thousands of residents of Transbaikalia have been living without heat for almost a week in -20°C temperatures due to an accident.

🤭🤭

ru.themoscowtimes.com/2026/01/04/t...
January 4, 2026 at 3:54 PM
A "shahed" with radio beacons was detected in Ukraine: what can it do?

Enemy attack drones have received enhanced navigation capabilities.

www.unian.net/weapons/shah...
"Шахед" с радиомаяками зафиксировали в Украине: что он может
Вражеские ударные дроны получили расширенные возможности для навигации.
www.unian.net
January 4, 2026 at 3:52 PM
The Russians are simultaneously bypassing Liman and attempting to enter the city: the Ukrainian Armed Forces have uncovered the enemy's plans.

www.unian.net/war/voyna-v-...
Россияне одновременно обходят Лиман и пробуют зайти в город: в ВСУ раскрыли планы врага
На Лиманском направлении есть большие проблемы с логистикой для обеих сторон, сообщил Трегубов.
www.unian.net
January 4, 2026 at 3:51 PM
Japan Funds Production of Hypersonic Missiles for 2026

Japan’s Ministry of Defense said missile production had originally been scheduled for 2031 but was brought forward to 2026 due to what it described as a growing threat from China.

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Japan Funds Production of Hypersonic Missiles for 2026 - Militarnyi
At the same time, JPY 73.2 billion (about $467 million) has been allocated for continued development and improvement of the missiles.
militarnyi.com
January 4, 2026 at 3:46 PM
EU Invests €150 Million in New Tank and Rocket Artillery Development

The funding will be directed toward priority areas, including the tank segment and the development of rocket artillery systems independent of the United States.

militarnyi.com/en/news/eu-i...
EU Invests €150 Million in New Tank and Rocket Artillery Development - Militarnyi
The funding will be directed toward priority areas, including the tank segment and the development of rocket artillery systems independent of the US.
militarnyi.com
January 4, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Ukrainian Fire Point Establishes In-House Production of Engines for Long-Range Drones

The Ukrainian company Fire Point has established in-house production of more than 97% of the engine components used in its FP-1/2 long-range strike drones.

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Ukrainian Fire Point Establishes In-House Production of Engines for Long-Range Drones - Militarnyi
Iryna Terekh, the company’s technical director, stated this in an interview with Xavier Tytelman, editor-in-chief of the French Air & Cosmos magazine.
militarnyi.com
January 4, 2026 at 3:43 PM
A recalibration of political leadership enhances Ukraine’s institutional resilience, governance capacity, and strategic coherence

...And given what is happening in the world, this is extremely timely. Because force ultimately decides everything.

www.ukrinform.net/rubric-polyt...
A recalibration of political leadership enhances Ukraine’s institutional resilience, governance capacity, and strategic coherence
...And given what is happening in the world, this is extremely timely. Because force ultimately decides everything. The example of Venezuela and Iran is highly illustrative. — Ukrinform.
www.ukrinform.net
January 4, 2026 at 3:42 PM
Poland reiterates it will not deploy its troops to Ukraine

Poland will not send its troops to Ukraine but, as a country bordering Ukraine, will provide logistical and infrastructure support.

www.ukrinform.net/rubric-polyt...
Poland reiterates it will not deploy its troops to Ukraine
Key decisions on peace in Ukraine are to be made during a meeting of leaders in Paris on January 6. Poland will not send its troops to Ukraine but, as a country bordering Ukraine, will provide logisti...
www.ukrinform.net
January 4, 2026 at 3:38 PM
'We have not forgotten': Lawmakers put Trump on notice over missed Epstein files deadline
Amid the chaos sparked by the Trump administration’s unprecedented attack on Venezuela Saturday, a key deadline for the Justice Department regarding files on Epstein came & went
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'We have not forgotten': Lawmakers put Trump on notice over missed Epstein files deadline
Amid the chaos sparked by the Trump administration’s unprecedented attack on Venezuela Saturday, a key deadline for the Justice Department regarding files on Jeffrey Epstein came and went, and House D...
www.rawstory.com
January 4, 2026 at 3:32 PM
'What happened?' JD Vance's own words thrown in his face as he's accused of hypocrisy

Vance took to social media to voice his support for the venture some have deemed "regime change."

www.rawstory.com/jd-vance-267...
'What happened?' JD Vance's own words thrown in his face as he's accused of hypocrisy
JD Vance was accused this weekend of being a hypocrite, as political observers threw the vice president's prior remarks back in his face in the wake of the Trump admin's military strike in Venezuela.A...
www.rawstory.com
January 4, 2026 at 3:30 PM
'This is evil': Internet rages as Trump pushes 'disgusting' Dem assassin conspiracy theory

Donald Trump spurred outrage among his critics on Saturday when he boosted a conspiracy theory suggesting a top Democratic contender had a fellow politician assassinated.

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'This is evil': Internet rages as Trump pushes 'disgusting' Dem assassin conspiracy theory
Donald Trump spurred outrage among his critics on Saturday when he boosted a conspiracy theory suggesting a top Democratic contender had a fellow politician assassinated.Trump on Saturday posted a vid...
www.rawstory.com
January 4, 2026 at 3:26 PM
'The hairs on my neck stood up': Ret. 3-star general shocked by one part of Trump's speech

A retired general said the "hairs on his neck stood up" when he heard one part of Donald Trump's plans for Venezuela.

www.rawstory.com/trump-venezu...
'The hairs on my neck stood up': Ret. 3-star general shocked by one part of Trump's speech
A retired general said the "hairs on his neck stood up" when he heard one part of Donald Trump's plans for Venezuela.Ret. Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling appeared on MS NOW on Saturday, where he was asked abou...
www.rawstory.com
January 4, 2026 at 3:25 PM
'Disturbing times': Trump comment has experts asking 'Oh my god how is this real?'

"All the way back it dated to the Monroe Doctrines. And the Monroe Doctrine is a big deal. But we've superseded it by a lot.

www.rawstory.com/trump-monroe...
'Disturbing times': Trump comment has experts asking 'Oh my god how is this real?'
Donald Trump made a comment over the weekend that stunned political observers and experts alike, and had some asking, "Is this real?"The president on Saturday was discussing his administration's succe...
www.rawstory.com
January 4, 2026 at 3:24 PM
'Not the way most think': GOP pollster shows surprising way Venezuela move may hurt Trump

"At best this likely translates into the growing concerns about ‘government over reach’ and the broader American concern about Trumps extra-Constitutional actions.

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'Not the way most think': GOP pollster shows surprising way Venezuela move may hurt Trump
Donald Trump's actions in capturing the leader of Venezuela and his wife will affect voters among a key demographic, but not necessarily in the way most would expect, a GOP strategist said this weeken...
www.rawstory.com
January 4, 2026 at 3:23 PM
CNN host fact checks Jim Jordan live to his face: 'Fentanyl doesn’t come from Venezuela'

"It's consistent with keeping drugs off the streets,” Jordan said. “I know folks in the fourth district of Ohio and what fentanyl and other drugs have done to some families

www.rawstory.com/venezuela-26...
CNN host fact checks Jim Jordan live to his face: 'Fentanyl doesn’t come from Venezuela'
Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) took to CNN Sunday to defend President Donald Trump’s unprecedented attack and takeover of Venezuela as being “America first,” but was quickly rebuked after floating a debunked ...
www.rawstory.com
January 4, 2026 at 3:21 PM
U.S. special operations units transit UK en route to Europe

Recent U.S. military air movements into the UK indicate a redeployment of American special forces into Europe, following a period of heightened operational activity linked to events in Venezuela

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U.S. special operations units transit UK en route to Europe
Recent U.S. military air movements into the United Kingdom indicate a redeployment of American special forces into Europe, UK Defence Journal understands.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk
January 4, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Dstl awards follow-on contract for autonomous vessel support

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory has awarded a follow-on contract to L3 Harris ASV to provide storage, maintenance and repair services for a fleet of government-owned surface vessels

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Dstl awards follow-on contract for autonomous vessel support
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory has awarded a follow-on contract to L3 Harris ASV to provide storage, maintenance and repair services for a fleet of government-owned surface vessels.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk
January 4, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Why Saab Will Not Eliminate the Gripen Fighter's Main "Weak Point" — the Company Provides a Clear Answer

This issue concerns the use of U.S.-made F414 engines on the Gripen E/F fighters and a localized version of the F404 engine on the older Gripen C/D variants

en.defence-ua.com/industries/w...
Why Saab Will Not Eliminate the Gripen Fighter's Main "Weak Point" — the Company Provides a Clear Answer | Defense Express
This issue concerns the use of U.S.-made F414 engines on the Gripen E/F fighters and a localized version of the F404 engine on the older Gripen C/D variants
en.defence-ua.com
January 4, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Which russian Weapons the U.S. Could Access After Venezuela's Regime Falls, and Which Systems Caracas May Seek to Discard

Among the most notable assets for the United States are the S-300VM air defense systems

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Which russian Weapons the U.S. Could Access After Venezuela's Regime Falls, and Which Systems Caracas May Seek to Discard | Defense Express
The United States is clearly interested in disarming Venezuela, which possesses one of the most powerful armed forces in South America, largely due to extensive arms supplies from russia
en.defence-ua.com
January 4, 2026 at 3:09 PM
The number of female officers in the Armed Forces of Ukraine has increased to 21% over the past two years

armyinform.com.ua/2026/01/04/u...
У ЗСУ кількість офіцерок збільшилась до 21% за останні два роки
Про це розповіла радниця з гендерних питань Генерального штабу ЗСУ Оксана Григор’єва у...
armyinform.com.ua
January 4, 2026 at 3:07 PM
The Ukrainian army received a quarter more armored vehicles — Denys Shmyhal

In 2025, the Armed Forces of Ukraine received 25 percent more special armored vehicles compared to last year.

armyinform.com.ua/2026/01/04/u...
Українське військо отримало на чверть більше бронеавтомобілів — Денис Шмигаль
Про це повідомив 4 січня Міністр оборони України Денис Шмигаль. «Йдеться про колісні...
armyinform.com.ua
January 4, 2026 at 3:02 PM