Clash Report

The top 10 countries receiving U.S. foreign aid. (FY 2022)

Ukraine: $11.2 billion Israel: $3.3 billion Afghanistan: $1.9 billion Ethiopia: $1.7 billion Egypt: $1.4 billion Yemen: $1.3 billion Jordan: $1.1 billion South Sudan: $997 million Nigeria: $974 million Syria: $842 million

Iranian officials say Sahand frigate "has lost its balance due to water infiltration into the tanks."

Iranian Navy's Sahand frigate somehow sank today in Bandar Abbas today. Iranian sources report of "unfortunate incident". Casualties reported.

Turkish President Erdogan: We will extend our invitation (to Syrian President Assad).

With this invitation, we want to bring Türkiye-Syria relations to the same point as in the past. Our invitation can be at any moment.

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Explosions continue at a large Russian Army warehouse with ammunition since last night after Ukrainian kamikaze UAV strikes in Voronezh region. The detonated shells scattered over the nearby villages, the population of which was evacuated.

Turkish President Erdogan: Now they say "in any moment" for ceasefire in Gaza.

In other words, there could be good news from there at any moment. But it's all about Netanyahu's behavior.

Ukrainian Bradley IFV lands an assault team and clears Russian positions in New York, Donetsk region.

Russia's weapons production has actually increased dramatically despite Western sanctions, report says.

— Western sanctions have failed to impede Russia's weapons production. — Russia has significantly increased manufacturing of key weapons since invading Ukraine. — Kh-101 cruise missiles: from 56 per year in 2021 to 460 in 2023. This represents an increase of over 700%. — Iskander ballistic missiles: from about 50 before the invasion to 180. This is more than a threefold increase. — Overall increase in production of artillery rounds, missiles, and drones.

Why sanctions failed?

— Overly cautious decision-making by Western governments. — Delays in sharing intelligence among Western allies. — Failure to block Russia's access to crucial electronic components. — For example, Russia maintains ample supply of Irish-manufactured antennas used in bomb glide kits.

Source: Royal United Services Institute (RUSI)

Military leaders of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso signed a new pact in Niamey.

— This treaty aims to strengthen the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), a mutual defense pact announced the previous year. — It's the first joint summit since these leaders came to power through coups in their respective countries. — The three countries withdrew from ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) in January 2024. — Burkina Faso's Captain Traore accused Western powers of trying to exploit their countries. — The leaders emphasized their desire for sovereignty over their resources. — Mali's Colonel Goita stated that an attack on one member would be considered an attack on all. — The U.S. is completing its withdrawal from a key base in Niger by July 8, 2024. — French troops have already withdrawn from all three countries.

Recent estimates suggest Russian military deaths in Ukraine have surpassed 100,000.

— Current losses in Ukraine far exceed Russian casualties from all post-WWII conflicts combined. — Mediazona and Meduza (independent Russian media) estimate 106,000-140,000 Russian soldiers killed by June 21, 2024. — French officials reported 150,000 by May, BBC Russia counted at least 113,000 by June. — Approximately 2% of Russian men aged 20-50 may have been killed or severely wounded. Highest absolute losses: 35-39 age group (27,000 killed). Most affected as percentage of population: 45-49 age group. — Including wounded soldiers, total casualties could be between 462,000 and 728,000. French and British officials estimate: Around 500,000 (by May 2024). — Despite heavy losses, Russia reportedly can recruit 25,000-30,000 soldiers monthly. — President Zelensky confirmed about 30,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed, though the true number is likely higher. — Civilian deaths are estimated at over 22,000, with at least 10,000 confirmed.

Source: The Economist