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Published on 14:22 GMT

Romania destroys drone near gas project, blames Russia

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned Thursday that the EU was facing a "hybrid warfare" campaign after a Romanian jet destroyed a marine drone near the Neptun Deep gas project. Drones and mines linked to Russia's war in …

Source: Deutsche Welle - Public Broadcaster
Published on 13:50 GMT

Let Bosnia collapse: Why Trump must recognize Republika Srpska

Foggy Bottom’s obsession with a dysfunctional Bosnian condominium ignores reality and creates a dangerous strategic vacuum. History proves that the Western Balkans cannot survive multi-ethnic experiments, which inevitably collapse under internal …

Source: Washington Examiner - Right-wing
Published on 12:01 GMT

Romanian Fighter Jet Destroys Maritime Drone Near Neptun Deep Gas Extraction Platform

The Romanian Armed Forced destroyed a maritime drone in the area of the Neptun Deep gas extraction platform in the Black Sea around noon on Thursday, Minister of National Defence Radu Miruță said on his official Facebook profile. “Through the recently …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on 13:05 GMT

Romania destroys explosive drone near major Black Sea gas project

Published on 20/08/2026 - 12:09 GMT+2•Updated 15:47 A Romanian F-16 fighter jet has destroyed an explosive-laden maritime drone close to Europe's largest offshore gas project, hours after another drone entered the NATO member's airspace and …

Source: Euronews - Neutral
Published on 17:22 GMT

Zelenskyy’s recent Serbia visit was a win for Ukraine and the West

The blue-and-yellow honor guard that greeted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Belgrade on August 7 would have been hard to imagine a few years ago, given Serbia’s deep historic ties to Russia. This photo-op certainly made headlines, but the …

Source: Atlantic Council - Indeterminate
Published on 17:21 GMT

Bulgaria Tightens Security at Bezmer as Iran Reportedly Weighs European Military Targets

181Security has been strengthened around Bulgaria’s Bezmer air base after reports that Iranian military planners considered US and British-linked facilities in south-eastern Europe as possible targets should the conflict with Washington escalate. There is …

Source: EUToday - Neutral
Published on 18:58 GMT

Sea Drone Destroyed by a Romanian Air Force Aircraft

The sea drone destroyed on Thursday by the onboard cannon of a Romanian Air Force F-16 fighter jet was carrying explosives, acting Defense Minister Radu Miruta confirmed a short while ago. He further stated that an explosive ordnance disposal team was …

Source: Radio Romania International - Public Broadcaster
Published on 21:51 GMT

NATO F-16s Blow Up Sea Drone That Threatened Romania's Largest Deep Gas Platform

A wild and highly dangerous intercept incident happened in the Black Sea on Thursday. A pair of Romanian F-16s were dispatched to track and intercept a sea drone in the vicinity the huge Neptun Deep gas platform. The platform sits 80 miles east of the …

Source: Zero Hedge - Right-wing
Published on 14:57 GMT

World Newsweek US Exploding drones are new reality for NATO

An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) has crashed in Romania, causing a fire in the latest incident showing the risk of the Ukraine war spilling over into NATO states as the alliance stages exercises this week to prepare for the threat posed by Russia. Romania…

Source: Yahoo News - Center-left
Published on 13:35 GMT

Romania destroys drone near offshore gas project, blames Russia

Audio By Vocalize Smoke rises from missiles launched by Russia, in Kyiv, Ukraine, on August 20, 2026.[AFP] A Romanian F-16 fighter jet on Thursday destroyed a marine drone near an offshore gas project, with Romania's president blaming Russia for the …

Source: The Standard - Indeterminate
Published on 10:32 GMT

Serbia turns to Russia to help fight wildfires

BELGRADE, Aug 20 (Reuters) - Serbia has turned to Russia for help in fighting wildfires because of a lack of available planes from the European Union, ‌its interior ministry said. A Russian Emergencies Ministry IL-76P firefighting plane landed in ‌the …

Source: Yahoo News - Center-left
Published on 14:32 GMT

Serbian President Urges NATO Secretary General to Protect Kosovo Serbs, Ensure Brussels Agreement Compliance

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic wrote a letter to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday, asking the KFOR (Kosovo Force) peacekeepers to stop what he called "terror against Serbs" in Kosovo, as well as to ensure compliance with the …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on 12:59 GMT

Romanian F-16 downs drone near offshore gas project as president blames Russia

A Romanian F-16 fighter jet on Thursday destroyed a marine drone near an offshore gas project, with Romania's president blaming Russia for the latest incident involving the NATO member bordering Ukraine. Unauthorised drone activity has become …

Source: TRT World - Gov't Propaganda
Published on 16:35 GMT

NATO chief reaffirms alliance’s support for Bulgaria amid Iran threat concerns

Seyma Erkul Dayanc 20 August 2026•Update: 20 August 2026 NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte reaffirmed the alliance’s support for Bulgaria and its readiness to respond to any threat to NATO member states during a phone call with Bulgarian Prime Minister …

Source: Anadolu Agency - Pending
Published on 15:40 GMT

Montenegro Opposition Leader Claims PM Spajic is Serbian Army Reservist

Montenegrin Prime Minister Milojko Spajic. Photo: EPA-EFE/BORIS PEJOVIC. Montenegrin opposition leader Milan Knezevic on Thursday presented documents that he alleged show that Prime Minister Milojko Spajic sought to join Serbia’s military reserve and …

Source: Balkan Insight - Neutral
Published on 12:29 GMT

Romania destroys sea drone, EU slams 'escalating threats'

European Commission ⁠President Ursula von der Leyen has said that the naval drone carrying ‌explosives ⁠which was destroyed by Romania near a Black Sea gas project is ‌part of "an escalating ⁠campaign ‌of threats." Her comments came after ⁠ …

Source: RTE Ireland - Public Broadcaster
Published on 15:38 GMT

Romanian F-16 destroys maritime drone near Neptun Deep gas platform in the Black Sea

A Romanian F-16 fighter jet destroyed a maritime drone near the Neptun Deep offshore gas platform in the Black Sea on Thursday, August 20, interim defense minister Radu Miruță announced. The operation was ordered to protect several hundred people working …

Source: Romania Insider - Neutral
Published on 14:46 GMT

Vucic: I Have Asked Rutte for NATO Not to Allow Opening of Ibar Bridge

Source: Beta News / Politics | 20.08.26 | access_time 16:46 Aleksandar Vucic (BETAPHOTO/PREDSEDNISTVO REPUBLIKE SRBIJE/Dimitrije Goll) Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic stated on Aug. 20 that he had sent a letter to NATO General Secretary Mark …

Source: Beta Briefing - Pending
Published on 12:03 GMT

Opposition Leader Vassilev Says Silence from Bulgaria's Commander-in-Chief Is Deafening After Report That Iran Is ...

"There has been deafening silence from Bulgaria's Commander-in-Chief Iliana Iotova 24 hours after the news about Bezmer," Continue the Change (CC) leader Assen Vassilev wrote in a Facebook post. "There has been no meeting of the …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 21:30 GMT

State Partnership Program brings National Guard, Sweden together for Air Force centennial 'Sweden Jubilee'

LINKÖPING, Sweden – U.S. Soldiers and Airmen with the New York and South Dakota National Guard prepared for Sweden Jubilee events here Aug. 20, joining Swedish and international partners in celebrating 100 years of the Swedish Air Force and discussing the …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 14:26 GMT

Cyber Fortress 26 tests military, civilian experts on domestic cyber-attack scenarios

The Virginia Army National Guard’s 91stCyber Brigade hosted Cyber Fortress 26, a joint, interagency, intergovernmental multinational exercise, July 25- Aug. 8, 2026, at the State Military Reservation in Virginia Beach. “This was the best iteration of Cyber …

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Published on August 17, 2026 - 20:05 GMT

XTEND Secures Multi-Year Contract Valued at Up to $15 Million with European NATO Member Ministry of Defense as Allied ...

Multi-year contract, with approximately $4.5 million secured for the first year, highlights growing demand for trusted, allied-manufactured autonomous systems, with similar regulatory and procurement shifts creating significant opportunity in the U.S. …

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Published on August 17, 2026 - 10:03 GMT

Poland’s Armed Forces Day parade highlights NATO unity and Eastern Flank readiness

WARSAW, Poland — Poland marked Armed Forces Day on Aug. 15, 2026, commemorating its victory over Soviet forces in the 1920 Battle of Warsaw. The country’s largest military parade highlighted NATO unity and Poland’s efforts to strengthen the alliance’s …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:15 GMT

ZenaTech Closes 28th Drone as a Service Acquisition, Adding a Canadian-based Civil and Structural Engineering Firm with ...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZenaTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZENA) (FSE: 49Q) (BMV: ZENA) (“ZenaTech”), a technology solution provider specializing in AI (Artificial Intelligence) drone, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Twin Disc Announces Full Year and Fourth Quarter 2026 Results

MILWAUKEE, Aug. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Twin Disc, Inc. (NASDAQ: TWIN) today reported results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year ended June 30, 2026. Fiscal Full Year 2026 Highlights Sales increased 11.9% year-over-year to $381.3 million Net …

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Published on August 18, 2026 - 15:57 GMT

Cogility Names Leading National Security Experts to New Advisory Board

IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cogility, developer of the Cogynt.ai Decision Intelligence Platform for high-consequence decision environments, today announced the formation of an Advisory Board to help guide the company’s strategy and …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 18:25 GMT

171st Communications Squadron Strengthens NATO Partnership During 5th Lithuania Rotation

A team from the 171st Air Refueling Wing Communications Squadron traveled to Lithuania July 12-25, 2026, completing the unit's fifth rotation supporting the Lithuanian Air Force's Airspace Surveillance and Control Command Center in Karmelava. The …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 20:40 GMT

Women Elevating Women Launches New Economic Engine to Help Entrepreneurs Unlock Untapped Capital

National Conference Introduces a New Framework That Challenges How Business Owners Think About Capital and Long-Term Growth NATIONAL HARBOR, MD, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As entrepreneurs continue to navigate tighter …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 20:17 GMT

'Daveigh’s Law' Introduced at Young Artist Academy’s 47th Awards, Turning a Performer’s Legacy Into a Safety Initiative

Childhood friend and fellow Young Artist Award winner Amy Castle unveiled technology designed to help young performers navigate moments of crisis HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Young Artist Academy™ …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 19:36 GMT

COMMEMORATION OF THE UNITED STATES – CANADA INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY SURVEYS

SURREY, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Saturday August 22 at 2:00 pm Atlantic Time, representatives of the Canadian Society for Civil Engineering (CSCE) and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) will …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 17:15 GMT

SPI Research Releases 2026 PSA End-User Survey on PSA’s Strategic Value

New study shows PSA improves utilization, margin, project delivery, revenue leakage, and cash flow while AI becomes the next service operating frontier. KNOXVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Service Performance …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 17:00 GMT

Global Innovation Meets Regional Growth: Tri-Chamber Partnership Announces the 2026 Central Texas-Korea Summit

Regional partnership strengthens international business relationships and positions Central Texas as a premier global destination for investment and innovation AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Greater Austin Asian …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 16:47 GMT

Guru Nanak Khalsa Academy Organizes Gurmat Sangeet Children’s Samagam in Amritsar

Young students present Gurbani Kirtan under the leadership of Dr. Satpreet Singh, PhD, strengthening their connection with Gurmat Sangeet and Sikh heritage AMRITSAR, PUNJAB, INDIA, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Guru Nanak Khalsa Academy (GNKA …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 15:37 GMT

Ukrainian American Community Prepares to Mark 35th Anniversary of Ukraine's Independence at Seattle Center - August 29th

Day-long Ukrainian Independence celebration features Eurovision medalist alyona alyona, Ukrainian food, culture, and humanitarian efforts SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Ukrainian Association of Washington …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 13:30 GMT

CSL Metro Announces 2026 Spiritual Living Retreat Featuring Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter Bob Sima

Themed, “Living in Partnership with Providence,” this event invites participants to explore intention, energy and grace through music and spiritual practice. POTOMAC, MD, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Center for Spiritual …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:57 GMT

Oral Thin Films Market Report 2026 Market Outlook Supported By A Forecast 14.4% CAGR

The Business Research Company's Oral Thin Films Market Report 2026 Market Outlook Supported By A Forecast 14.4% CAGR LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The oral thin films market has been …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:41 GMT

Ophthalmic Equipment Market Outlook Highlights Strategic Opportunities Across The Industry

The Business Research Company's Ophthalmic Equipment Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The ophthalmic equipment market …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:41 GMT

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) For Healthcare & Life Science Market Report Covers Trends, Segments & Regional Growth

TBRC's Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) For Healthcare And Life Science Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The optical …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:41 GMT

Optical Microscopes Market Study Explores Industry Growth Toward $4.6 Billion

The Business Research Company's Optical Microscopes Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The field of optical microscopes …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:41 GMT

Optometry Equipment Market Insights Highlight Segment Expansion And Market Leadership

The Business Research Company's Optometry Equipment Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The optometry equipment market …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:41 GMT

Medical Needle Free Injection Market Report Provides Insights Into Market Evolution And Growth Prospects

The Business Research Company's Medical Needle Free Injection Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The medical needle-free …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:41 GMT

Medical Plastics Market Intelligence Report Covers Trends, Segments And Regional Growth

The Business Research Company's Medical Plastics Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The medical plastics industry has …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:41 GMT

Ocular Implants Market Outlook Signals Expansion To $27.68 Billion Through 2030

The Business Research Company's Ocular Implants Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The ocular implants market is …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:41 GMT

Oncology Biomarkers Market Research Explores Growth Within A $33.63 Billion Opportunity

The Business Research Company's Oncology Biomarkers Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The field of oncology biomarkers …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:41 GMT

Oncology Molecular Diagnostics Market Trends Support A 12.4% CAGR Outlook Through The Forecast Period

The Business Research Company's Oncology Molecular Diagnostics Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The field of oncology …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:41 GMT

Operating Room Equipment Market Research Reveals Path To $22.35 Billion By 2030

The Business Research Company's Operating Room Equipment Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The operating room equipment …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 12:41 GMT

Operating-Room Instrument Sterile Robot Market Report Evaluates Growth Drivers, Challenges And Market Dynamics

The Business Research Company's Operating-Room Instrument Sterile Robot Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The operating …

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