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Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 10:05am On May 05

⚡2 U.S. Army soldiers went missing around 9 PM on May 2 in southern Morocco near the Cap Draa training area by Tan Tan during the African Lion 2026.

• The incident happened off duty during a recreational hike near coastal cliffs.

• One soldier fell into the Atlantic. A second jumped in to rescue him.

• A third attempted to help using a belt chain, then entered the water but made it back to shore safely.

• The 2 who went into the water remain missing.

• Officials say no foul play is suspected. Strong currents and waves are believed to be the cause.

•. A large multinational search involving U.S. and Moroccan forces with aircraft, drones, ships, and divers is ongoing as of May 5.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 10:02am On May 05

BREAKING:

🇺🇸🇮🇷 There's a big chance the US lost another Stratotanker this morning.

A USAF KC-135R refueller plane, about an hour ago, was squawking the 7700 emergency alert while flying over the Persian Gulf carrying refuelling activities.

7700 is an emergency when a serious… pic.twitter.com/NoTWEC4zJq
— Megatron (@Megatron_ron) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 10:00am On May 05

IDF: Hezbollah operatives launched an anti-tank guided missile at Israeli forces in southern Lebanon. No injuries were caused. The IDF struck the launch site shortly after. pic.twitter.com/VmH7z0XWuo
— Open Source Intel (@Osint613) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 10:00am On May 05

⚡Türkiye’s new fighter jet, the Eurofighter Typhoon, is on display at SAHA 2026 in Istanbul.

Shown as a full-scale mockup, the jet features Turkish flags on its body and tail.

This marks Türkiye’s first modern fighter acquisition outside the U.S.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 9:56am On May 05

⚡South Korea is reviewing the US proposal on whether to join ‘Project Freedom’ in the Strait of Hormuz

Emphasizing maritime passage, free navigation meets all nations' common interest, Seoul says review based on ‘military readiness posture on the Korean Peninsula, domestic laws’

Seoul’s response comes after a South Korean vessel, carrying 24 crew, caught fire following an explosion

Soon after the incident, US President Donald Trump called on Seoul to join the US-led mission in the waterway.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 9:44am On May 05

🇮🇷 GPS jamming is back over the Strait of Hormuz. Ship locations on MarineTraffic are vanishing and jumping all over the place.

Been happening on and off since February. Iran's electronic warfare at work.pic.twitter.com/hMaYZBwMvg https://t.co/ETeFoFvh5J
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 9:42am On May 05

Une autre patrouille du @TheAfricaCorps des forces armées Russes et de @DirpaFa a eu lieu hier le 04.05.2026 à Ménaka. Tout s'est bien passé et sans incident. pic.twitter.com/XttHiSgfBJ
— The African Corps (@TheAfricaCorps) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 9:24am On May 05

🚨"Footage purportedly showing a fire that broke out on an Emirati oil tanker near the city of Sharjah." pic.twitter.com/qIF3tuEn6Y
— Middle Eastern Affairs (@OpsHQs) May 4, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 9:15am On May 05

⚡IMF:

We have to expect a much worse outcome’ if Iran war lasts until 2027.

Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said the IMF’s previous prediction that the US-Israel war on Iran would lead to a slowdown in global economic growth and a minor increase in prices was no longer valid.

She added that if the war continues into 2027 and oil prices remain at $125 a barrel, “we have to expect a much worse outcome”.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 9:12am On May 05

⚡Pakistan PM Shahbaz Sharif:

"Pakistan strongly condemns the missile and drone attacks against civilian infrastructure in the UAE last night. I express full solidarity with Mohammed bin Zayed. Pakistan stands firmly with our Emirati brothers and sisters and with the UAE government at this difficult time. It is absolutely essential to maintain the ceasefire and respect it, in order to allow a diplomatic space for dialogue that will lead to lasting peace and stability in the region."

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 9:06am On May 05

🇷🇺⚡Several Ukrainian railway infrastructures were destroyed by the Russian MoD overnight. pic.twitter.com/2ehaMAZsbC
— Spetsnaℤ 007 🇷🇺 (@Alex_Oloyede2) May 5, 2026

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 9:03am On May 05

"The American umbrella in terms of defence and security — let's be honest, this is the elephant in the room."

Macron says Europe must now reckon with an unpredictable US ally and calls for greater solidarity and cooperation. pic.twitter.com/LUItUZMup9
— euronews (@euronews) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 9:00am On May 05

Lebanese politician Elie Mahfouz:

Hizbullah caused the Israeli occupation. If Lebanon had a real government, it would have "hanged them one by one," starting with Naim Qassem. pic.twitter.com/Z8RSCk7Rvt
— Open Source Intel (@Osint613) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 8:55am On May 05

⚡Houthi political council member Ali Amad to Tasnim:

"If the American-Zionist war against Iran resumes, our hand will be on the trigger."

He warned Saudi Arabia would "pay a heavy price" if it joins any war against Iran, and called Iran "the commander of the axis of jihad and resistance," saying control of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab is "a divine gift" to the axis.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 8:34am On May 05

BREAKING: Flightpath of the US KC-135R Stratotanker before signal loss over the Strait of Hormuz, with the aircraft descending while squawking general emergency and heading toward Qatar. Currently unclear if it crashed or landed.

Powerful regional-level AIS/GPS jamming and… pic.twitter.com/jr7alJEUtj
— The Hormuz Letter (@HormuzLetter) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 8:33am On May 05

⚡Iran’s Ghalibaf:

The new equation of the Strait of Hormuz is in the process of being solidified.

The security of shipping and energy transit has been jeopardized by the United States and its allies through the violation of the ceasefire and the imposition of a blockade; of course, their evil will diminish.

We know full well that the continuation of the status quo is intolerable for America; while we have not even begun yet.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 8:31am On May 05

A small plane carrying five people crashed into a residential building in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, killing three and leaving two others hospitalised.

The aircraft went down minutes after departing Pampulha Airport, with no injuries reported among residents on the ground. pic.twitter.com/4RTZw5KYsR
— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 8:31am On May 05

⚡A U.S. Air Force KC-135 refueling aircraft declared an emergency by transmitting code 7700 before dropping off radar over the Strait of Hormuz.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 8:26am On May 05

A driver struck a group of people on a street leading into a central shopping area in Leipzig, Germany, killing two and injuring several. Police say the driver has been arrested. pic.twitter.com/WqSB8PJn0d
— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) May 4, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 8:26am On May 05

A South Korean commercial vessel was damaged in an explosion in the Strait of Hormuz. All 24 people on board are reported safe.
US President Donald Trump has urged Seoul to join a mission to protect shipping in the strait.

Al Jazeera’s @barnabychuck reports. pic.twitter.com/vROf38eZhS
— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 8:25am On May 05

There is no need for boots on the ground in Iran.

Instead, a Second Amendment Solution stands a real chance of giving the Iranian people a genuine path back to freedom. pic.twitter.com/vhnjOFcI7n
— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) May 5, 2026

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 8:25am On May 05

Iran has responded to President Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’ naval operation by attacking ships in the Strait of Hormuz and striking UAE energy facilities.

Vessels linked to the UAE and South Korea were hit, including Fujairah’s vital Habshan-Fujairah pipeline. pic.twitter.com/FtMV31RjSi
— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) May 4, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 8:24am On May 05

Trump on Iran:

"We have a war now. So they say, 'What's taking so long?'

We were in Vietnam for 19 years, in Iraq for many years, 10 years, in Korea for 7 years - I won't even mention World War II." pic.twitter.com/F8nWjHc45e
— Open Source Intel (@Osint613) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 8:18am On May 05

⚡Sudan says UAE-linked drones were launched from Ethiopia.

The United Arab Emirates and Ethiopia were involved in drone attacks on Khartoum International Airport and surrounding areas.

Officials say they have conclusive evidence the drones were launched from Ethiopian territory and linked to Emirati equipment.

Sudan has recalled its ambassador from Ethiopia and warned it could respond militarily.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 8:00am On May 05

A second hantavirus case has been confirmed after three people died following a suspected outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship.

WHO says the public risk remains low, while investigations and medical evacuations continue. pic.twitter.com/DUBmQTtMLO
— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 8:00am On May 05

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 7:59am On May 05

Sudan officially confirms UAE and Ethiopia's involvement in the bombing of Khartoum Airport.

Drones that took off from Ethiopia struck the airport and some other areas yesterday pic.twitter.com/YmZ3kIl1xO
— Ragıp Soylu (@ragipsoylu) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 7:18am On May 05

Powerful regional-level jamming has hit the Strait of Hormuz again, with major location and AIS spoofing seen over the last couple of hours.

Seen here, AIS ship tracks on @MarineTraffic disappearing and jumping around. pic.twitter.com/SKXstOzK2h
— OSINTtechnical (@Osinttechnical) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 7:15am On May 05

Video from Gaza City shows flames rising after an Israeli attack targeted a group of Palestinian civilians near Al-Jalaa Roundabout in the Al-Oyoun area in northern Gaza City. pic.twitter.com/e6PTDqm66s
— Al Jazeera Breaking News (@AJENews) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 7:14am On May 05

Tensions are rising in the Strait of Hormuz after Donald Trump accused Iran of targeting commercial ships during the ongoing naval operation known as “Project Freedom.” According to Trump, Iranian forces fired at ships from unrelated nations, including a vessel from South Korea. pic.twitter.com/aZiJWAvAOT
— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) May 4, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 7:14am On May 05

🇧🇷🇦🇪 BIG DEFENSE MOVE: UAE locks in Brazil’s C-390 airlifters

The United Arab Emirates has signed a major deal with Embraer for 10 C-390 Millennium aircraft, with options for 10 more, marking the jet’s first entry into the Middle East.

🔹Payload: 26 tons
🔹 Speed: ~870 km/h
🔹… pic.twitter.com/MGaHNNVhGg
— Defence Index (@Defence_Index) May 5, 2026

Foreign Affairs › Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by WriiterNg: 6:14am On May 05

The Islamic Republic has launched missiles at the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Jordan, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia. It is targeting our Arab neighbors.

These violations of their sovereignty are unacceptable and we condemn them. But this is nothing new.

This is who the Islamic… pic.twitter.com/cQSD7Fk1ns
— Reza Pahlavi (@PahlaviReza) March 6, 2026

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