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The Telegram messaging app is expected to reach 1 billion active monthly users within a year, according to its founder Pavel Durov. The app, which aims to remain neutral and not involved in geopolitics, has become a crucial tool for both governments and individuals during the Russia-Ukraine conflict, despite criticism for spreading misinformation.
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that his country would achieve victory after the military successfully shot down almost all of the more than 300 drones and missiles launched by Iran. The attacks by Tehran, in response to an Israeli air strike in Damascus that killed officers of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, raised the threat of a wider regional conflict. Netanyahu posted on social media that “together we shall win,” and the Israeli military reported that over 99% of the Iranian drones and missiles were intercepted. Israel is considering a significant response to the attack, which has escalated tensions in the region.
Iran warned Israel of a larger attack on its territory if it retaliates against Tehran’s drone and missile attack. The attack was in response to Israel bombing Iran’s consulate in Syria, resulting in the death of seven members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Iran also threatened to target U.S. bases if Washington supports any Israeli military action against Iran.
Iran warned Israel of a larger attack on its territory if Israel retaliates against Tehran’s overnight drone and missile attack. Iran also warned Washington not to back Israeli military action, stating that any support would result in U.S. bases being targeted.
Iran launched over 300 drones and missiles at Israel overnight, with 99% of them being shot down by the Israeli military. The armed forces are still fully operational and are considering next steps. Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari called Iran’s actions “very grave” and warned that they could escalate tensions in the region.
The situation on the eastern front in Ukraine has worsened, with Russia intensifying its armoured assaults and battles for control of a village near Bakhmut. Vital U.S. military aid expected by Kyiv remains stuck in Congress. Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that Russian forces were taking losses but also making tactical gains. Ukraine’s military is facing challenges and is calling for better training for soldiers. Ukraine’s parliament passed a bill to overhaul how civilians are drafted into the armed forces, with the draft age lowered to 25.
Ukraine’s parliament passed a bill to overhaul the armed forces draft process, aiming to increase troop numbers due to Russian forces outnumbering Kyiv’s troops by up to ten times in the east. General Yuriy Sodol expressed the urgent need for more manpower. The bill, which did not include harsh penalties for draft dodging, still needs to be signed by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to become law. The legislation allows for better tracking of potential recruits and removes proposed penalties for draft evasion. Despite the changes, Deputy Commander Maksym Zhorin cautioned that the law will not work miracles on the battlefield.