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Sunk Russian ship held nuclear reactor components: Spanish govt

Great power rivalry

A US-sanctioned Russian cargo ship that sank in the Mediterranean Sea in 2024 was carrying "nuclear reactor components" similar to those used in nuclear submarines, according to a Spanish government letter, shedding some light on the mystery.The Ursa Major, owned by a company that belongs to the Russian defence ministry, sank in international waters off southern Spain in December 2024 with 16 people on board -- two of whom were never found.

Middle East war and Iran

Lebanon says Israeli strikes on cars kill 12

Destroyed city and heavy damage
China, diplomacy and regional security

China urges Pakistan step up mediation in Middle East: state media

Trade, sanctions and global economy

Nations drawing down oil stocks at record pace: IEA

Other fronts and signals

War in Middle East: latest developments

Conventional war and ground combat

US Campus Tensions Rise As War Politics Hit Students

American college students face growing pressure as global conflicts spill into campus life, affecting free speech, safety, academic focus, and student wellbeing.

Space Defense Skills Gap Are Universities Preparing Students for the Future of Space Security

Explore whether universities can prepare students for space security careers as demand grows in aerospace, cybersecurity, AI, and defense.

Student Competitions for Space and Defense Careers

Explore how student competitions build technical, teamwork, leadership, and mission-focused skills for future space and defense careers.

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