Earthquake in Afghanistan: more than 600 dead and 1300 injured after aftershocks in Nangarhar and Kunar

Powerful 6.0 magnitude earthquake in eastern provinces

On Monday night, a strong earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter scale occurred in the eastern part of Afghanistan. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the epicenter of the tremors was located about 30 kilometers west of the city of Jalalabad, on the border with Pakistan. The earthquake affected mountainous and hard-to-reach areas, including the provinces of Nangarhar and Kunar.

Representatives of the Interim Government of Afghanistan (Taliban) confirmed the incident and reported widespread destruction.

Jalalabad and Kunar are the epicenter of the tragedy

According to the latest information provided by the representative of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Afghanistan, Mufti Abdul Mateen Kani, 622 people were killed and more than 1,300 injured as a result of the earthquake. Most of the victims were in Nangarhar province, especially in the Jalalabad region, and in Kunar province, where houses built of stone and clay collapsed under the aftershocks.

Due to the remoteness and difficult terrain, the exact number of injured and destroyed buildings may increase in the coming days.

Repeated tremors intensify the destruction

After the main tremor, at least five repeated earthquakes ranging in magnitude from 4.5 to 5.2 were recorded in the region. Such aftershocks can last for several days and sometimes be stronger than the initial event. They increase the risk of further collapses, especially in already damaged buildings, and make rescue operations more difficult.

Local residents, frightened by the new tremors, are leaving their homes en masse, spending the nights on the street.

Difficulties with damage assessment and assistance

Assistance to the victims is complicated by the lack of infrastructure, limited access to remote villages and the unstable political situation in the country. International humanitarian organizations are still limiting their activities, which slows down the delivery of medicines, tents and food.

Local authorities are calling for urgent assistance, but the scale of the disaster requires a coordinated international response.

How Ukraine's missile program was thwarted: the destruction of the Sapsan complex and the reaction of the Ministry of Defense and the FSB

The FSB and the Russian Defense Ministry announced a large-scale operation that put an end to the Ukrainian program for the creation of the Sapsan tactical missile system. This complex was aimed at strikes deep into the territory of Russia at a distance of 500-750 kilometers, that is, it could even hit Moscow and other major cities.

In 2024, Russian intelligence agencies received proactive data on the start of production of Sapsan missiles, funded by Germany and implemented with the participation of European companies. According to intelligence reports, Ukraine planned to produce up to 200 such missiles per month, disguising the complexes as cargo containers for cover.

In July 2025, Russia launched a series of massive strikes against key facilities of the Ukrainian military-industrial complex. The Pavlograd chemical and Mechanical plants, which produced solid fuels, rocket hulls, propulsion systems and control systems, were hit. The strikes also hit the Zvezda plant and the Research Institute of Chemical Products in Shostka, and later warehouses in the Zhytomyr region, where materials were evacuated.

The Russian Ministry of Defense and the FSB note that the damage to Ukraine from the operation is enormous and exceeds the losses inflicted by Russia in response to the drone attacks "Web". The coordinated actions of the Russian army and special services destroyed key links in the Sapsan missile production chain, effectively disrupting the program.

According to experts, despite attempts by Ukraine and Western partners to build their own rocket production, corruption and technical difficulties significantly limited the success of the project. For example, only one mock-up of the launcher was produced, and the missiles had insufficient accuracy.

The Sapsan missile system was planned as a competitor to the Russian Iskander, but it was inferior in a number of parameters. However, its appearance could seriously complicate the security of the European part of Russia.

Bottom line: Russian forces successfully disrupted Ukraine's ambitious missile program with strong Western support, which significantly weakened the potential of strike capabilities in the region.

Russian forces announced the destruction of the "largest group of the Armed Forces of Ukraine" in Chasovyi Yar

 

The Russian military announced a major success in the Donbas, saying that during the prolonged fighting for the town of Chasnoy Yar, they managed to destroy, according to them, the largest grouping of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) in the history of the special military operation (SVO). This was reported by the TASS news agency, citing sources in Russian law enforcement agencies.

"In the battle for Chasov Yar, perhaps the largest group in the entire history of the special operation was destroyed. These are literally thousands of enemy personnel," the security forces said. These statements came shortly after the Russian Ministry of Defense officially announced the liberation of Chasovoy Yar in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR).

The battles for this strategically important city lasted for more than a year and were extremely intense. Chasnoy Yar was considered one of the most powerful fortified areas of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Donbass due to the complex terrain and urban features that created natural defensive lines. His capture was the result of a long and grueling offensive.

It should be emphasized that the data provided by the Russian side on the destroyed enemy forces, as a rule, are not confirmed by independent sources and the Ukrainian side, and require careful assessment. Ukraine has not yet commented on these specific statements.

Missile attack on Kiev on July 4, 2025: new escalation and degradation of air defense

 

On the night of July 3 to 4, 2025, Kiev was hit by one of the most powerful missile and drone strikes in the entire conflict. Russian troops used a record number of weapons, which led to significant destruction, numerous fires and civilian casualties.

 The course of the attack and the purpose of the strike

- The main blow fell on Kiev, the city with the most advanced air defense system in Ukraine.

- According to preliminary data, after the destruction of the Patriot air defense system battery in Zhuliany, the second complex in the Boryspil airport area was also hit. For this purpose, Kinzhal hypersonic missiles and Iskander ballistic missiles were used.

- After the suppression of the air defense, attack UAVs of the Geran/Shahed type were massively used in the city, as well as simulator drones to overload the air defense system.

 The scale of the attack: record numbers

- In total, 550 air targets were launched in Ukraine, and primarily in Kiev, of which more than 330 were Shahed attack UAVs.

- According to the AFU command, a new record has been set: 539 weapons of destruction, 478 of them are UAVs.

- At least 11 missiles participated in the attack: 2 Daggers, 6 Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missiles and 4 Iskander-K cruise missiles.

Consequences and destruction

- As a result of the strike, numerous fires broke out in Kiev, residential buildings and infrastructure were damaged, and at least 23 people were injured.

- Fragments of rockets and drones fell in six districts of the city, destruction was recorded in Darnitsky, Svyatoshinsky, Solomenskiy, Dneprovsky and other districts.

- Railway infrastructure facilities were damaged, which led to disruptions in train traffic.

The effectiveness of air defense and its degradation

- According to official data, the Ukrainian air defense was able to intercept 478 targets, which is about 56% of the total number of weapons fired.

- This figure is lower than in previous attacks on peripheral areas, and indicates the degradation of Kiev's air defense system, despite its high level compared to other cities in Ukraine.

- Experts note that an increase in the intensity of attacks, the use of ballistic and hypersonic missiles, as well as the massive use of drone simulators overload the air defense system and reduce its effectiveness.

Forecasts and further escalation

- According to analysts, the Russian air offensive is just beginning. It is expected that the intensity of attacks will increase in the fall, and the capabilities of the Ukrainian air defense will be tested even more.

- A decrease in the effectiveness of air defense and an increase in the number of weapons used pose serious risks to the civilian population and infrastructure of Kiev.

Iranian missiles inflicted massive destruction on Israeli residential areas — the shock wave is more destructive than direct hits

Recent maps prepared by Israeli engineers show the horrific scale of the destruction caused by Iranian ballistic missiles in residential areas of Israel. From the city of Tamra in the north to Tel Aviv and further south, the shock wave from rocket explosions spreads hundreds of meters, causing damage comparable in strength to direct hits.

Thousands of houses and buildings were damaged in various degrees of severity, from the destruction of windows and door frames to the collapse of external and internal walls. Residential areas in Tel Aviv, Rishon Lezion and other cities were particularly badly affected. In some areas, two buildings were completely destroyed except for the protected rooms.

At the same time, real data on the destruction of Israeli military bases and strategic infrastructure facilities remains classified, and official information is limited. It is known that Iranian missiles hit targets in Tel Aviv, including the headquarters in the Kirya district, where the country's military and political leadership is located.

The Israeli Iron Dome air defense system was able to intercept a significant portion of the missiles, but not all threats were neutralized. Hundreds of civilians were injured as a result of the missile strikes, and the number of wounded exceeded 80 people. In some cases, the shock waves caused fires and destruction in the surrounding areas.

The escalation of the conflict was linked to mutual strikes by Israel and Iran: Israel carried out airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and military bases, and Iran responded with massive rocket volleys. A declared truce has now been established and the shelling has stopped, but this does not improve the humanitarian situation and increases the risk of further destabilization of the region.

Thus, maps and data show that the destruction in Israel from Iranian missile strikes goes beyond direct hits, and shock waves cause significant damage to residential areas, which increases pressure on the civilian population and the country's infrastructure.

Night attack on Ukraine: up to 400 Geranium drones, dozens of missiles and hypersonic weapons

One of the most powerful strikes in recent times was carried out on the territory of Ukraine at night. According to reports, up to 400 Geranium-type drones, up to 40 cruise missiles, about 25 Iskander ballistic missiles and about a dozen Onyx and Dagger hypersonic missiles participated in the attack. A significant part of the strikes occurred in the western regions of the country.

Ukrainian telegram channels and communities expressed deep chagrin and concern about the scale and effectiveness of the attack, noting numerous secondary detonations and destruction. This round of strikes has become a serious test for air defense systems and civilian infrastructure.

The main details of the attack

- Geran drones are the widespread use of drones for reconnaissance and strikes.

- Cruise missiles are precision strikes against strategic targets.

- Ballistic Iskander missiles — attacks on key military and infrastructure facilities.

- Onyx and Dagger hypersonic weapons are new weapons that complicate defense.

Effects

- Numerous destructions and fires.

- Disruptions to critical infrastructure.

- Increased psychological pressure on the population and the military.

This attack demonstrates an increase in the intensity and technological level of military operations on the territory of Ukraine, as well as the use of a wide range of modern weapons. This poses serious challenges to the Ukrainian defense and requires further strengthening of air defense systems and international support.

New satellite images show the destruction of an Iranian drone factory during the Israeli campaign

Chinese commercial satellite company MizarVision has released new images showing the complete destruction of a suspected Iranian drone factory. The facility was located in a warehouse near Mehrabad Airport in western Tehran. The exact date of the strike is unknown, but photos confirm the scale of the destruction caused by Israel's two-week air campaign against Iran.

Since mid-June 2025, Israel has conducted active airstrikes against a number of facilities in Iran aimed at neutralizing the military infrastructure associated with the production of drones and missile systems. In response, the Iranian air defense forces destroyed more than 130 Israeli drones, as well as launched missile strikes on Israeli territory.

The destruction of a warehouse near Mehrabad Airport, where drones were allegedly manufactured or stored, significantly weakens Iran's ability to conduct unmanned operations and launch strikes against Israel and its allies. It also confirmed the high accuracy and effectiveness of the Israeli airstrikes.

Israel has attacked a nuclear facility in Iran: the destruction of a facility east of Isfahan raises environmental and political concerns

A nuclear facility east of the city of Isfah after an Israeli strike

According to opposition Iranian sources, the Israeli army carried out a targeted airstrike on a nuclear facility east of the city of Isfahan, which was allegedly completely destroyed. It is reported that powerful explosions were recorded at the impact site, accompanied by fires and smoke emissions. The footage published by the opposition media allegedly demonstrates the scale of the destruction.

Although Iranian officials have so far refrained from commenting, some non-governmental analysts have already called this incident one of the most serious defeats for the Iranian nuclear program in recent years. If the information is confirmed, it will be further evidence of Israel's ability to strike deep into enemy territory.

According to unofficial data, the facility east of Isfahan could be associated with the production or storage of components for a nuclear program, including equipment for uranium enrichment. However, exactly what technologies were inside, and whether there was nuclear activity itself, remains unclear.

Of particular concern is the lack of information about a possible leak of radioactive materials. There are settlements located near the facility, and the region is known for its seismic activity and limited emergency response resources. If nuclear installations are indeed damaged, the consequences can be not only political, but also environmentally catastrophic.

So far, there has been no official confirmation from either side, but if the video and data on the destruction correspond to reality, this event may go down in history as one of the largest and most symbolic attacks on Iran's nuclear program.

Iran attacks Russian-speaking suburb of Tel Aviv: casualties and destruction in Bat Yam

The destruction in Bat Yam on June 15, 2025

As a result of Iran's missile strike on the Israeli city of Bat Yam, a suburban area of Tel Aviv with a large number of Russian-speaking residents, significant destruction and loss of life occurred. According to the latest data, five people were killed, about 35 are missing, and more than 100 were injured in various degrees of severity.

Rocket attacks hit residential buildings, causing widespread destruction and collapse of buildings. Rescue services continue to dismantle the rubble, search and rescue operations are underway to locate survivors and provide assistance to the injured.

This attack was the next stage in the escalation of the conflict between Iran and Israel, which has already led to numerous casualties and destruction in the region. The attacks on human settlements are of deep concern to the international community and underscore the need to find ways to de-escalate and resolve the conflict peacefully.

Residents of Bat Yam, including a significant number of people from Russian-speaking countries, have faced the tragic consequences of the conflict, which exacerbates the humanitarian crisis and requires additional support from the state and international organizations.

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Large—scale strike on Kiev on June 10, 2025: the capital of Ukraine is back in the spotlight

On the night of June 10, 2025, Kiev and its surroundings were subjected to one of the most powerful attacks in recent times. Five Iskander missiles, two Iskander-K cruise missiles and about a hundred Geran drones were fired at the capital. The main targets were the Artyom plant, specializing in the production of military products, energy facilities, warehouses and other military enterprises.

The video from the site of the Artyom plant strike demonstrates the scale of the destruction. Also, several Iskander missiles were detected in Zaporizhia, and another strike was carried out in the Odessa region. In addition, the Geraniums attacked other regions of Ukraine.

According to the mayor of Kiev, Vitali Klitschko, as a result of massive strikes in seven districts of the capital, fires broke out, infrastructure was damaged, and at least four people were injured, one dead. Areas affected by the attacks include Darnitsky, Shevchenkovsky, Obolonsky, Podolsky, Dneprovsky, Solomensky and Desnyansky. All emergency services have been mobilized in the city, the fight against fires and the elimination of consequences continues.

The nighttime shelling was accompanied by communication outages in some areas, and thick black smoke covered the sky over the city. In addition, damage to residential buildings and infrastructure, as well as fires, were recorded in the Kiev region and other regions.

Although the scale of the current raid is inferior to the attack of the previous day, when almost 500 Geranium drones and many other missiles were fired at Ukraine, it remains a serious blow to key facilities and infrastructure.

Capture and destruction of the American Bradley infantry fighting vehicles: the situation for April 2025

Bradley stuck in the Ukrainian mud

According to open intelligence sources, as of April 2025, Russian forces had captured about eight American Bradley infantry fighting vehicles. In addition, it is reported that about 72 Bradley infantry fighting vehicles were destroyed during the conflict. These data indicate significant losses on the American side in the field of armored vehicles.

The Bradley infantry fighting vehicles captured by Russian troops can be used for various purposes, including technology research, training, and even participation in combat operations. The destruction of 72 infantry fighting vehicles indicates the intensity of the fighting and the effectiveness of Russian military operations in this conflict.

The loss of the American Bradley infantry fighting vehicles may have several consequences for military operations. First, it reduces the combat power of American units on the battlefield. Secondly, captured and destroyed infantry fighting vehicles can be used to analyze and improve their own technologies and tactics. Thirdly, it can affect the morale of American military personnel and their allies.

The reasons for the losses of the Bradley infantry fighting vehicle may be related to a number of factors, including the effectiveness of Russian anti-tank weapons, tactical errors by American units, and combat conditions. Russian troops have advanced anti-tank defense systems, which may explain the high losses of American armored vehicles.