Greece to Acquire 590 US Switchblade Drones
Greece's National Security Council approved the purchase of 590 US-made Switchblade 300 and 600 drones for €75.2 million, with Greece paying only €25 million; these 'kamikaze' drones will equip Greek ground and special forces units, enhancing precision strike capabilities.
Greece to Acquire 590 US Switchblade Drones
Greece's National Security Council approved the purchase of 590 US-made Switchblade 300 and 600 drones for €75.2 million, with Greece paying only €25 million; these 'kamikaze' drones will equip Greek ground and special forces units, enhancing precision strike capabilities.
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52% Bias Score
"Unexplained NJ Drone Sightings Prompt Federal Investigation"
"Unexplained drone sightings near US military bases and President-elect Trump's golf course in New Jersey since November 18th are under federal investigation, prompting a meeting between state lawmakers and Homeland Security/FBI officials; the Pentagon denies Iranian involvement."
"Unexplained NJ Drone Sightings Prompt Federal Investigation"
"Unexplained drone sightings near US military bases and President-elect Trump's golf course in New Jersey since November 18th are under federal investigation, prompting a meeting between state lawmakers and Homeland Security/FBI officials; the Pentagon denies Iranian involvement."
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44% Bias Score
Ukraine Deploys Long-Range Kamikaze Drones, Shifting Conflict Dynamics
Ukraine's military intelligence unit (GUR) is developing and deploying long-range kamikaze drones, including the Rubaka, Morok, and Liutyi, with ranges exceeding 1,000 kilometers, enabling strikes deep into Russia, targeting infrastructure, and impacting the conflict's strategic dynamics.
Ukraine Deploys Long-Range Kamikaze Drones, Shifting Conflict Dynamics
Ukraine's military intelligence unit (GUR) is developing and deploying long-range kamikaze drones, including the Rubaka, Morok, and Liutyi, with ranges exceeding 1,000 kilometers, enabling strikes deep into Russia, targeting infrastructure, and impacting the conflict's strategic dynamics.
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44% Bias Score
Ukraine Allegedly Provided Drones to Syrian Rebels to Counter Russia
A Washington Post article claims Ukrainian intelligence provided Syrian rebels with drones and operators to weaken Russia's influence, a claim the Ukrainian government denies; the alleged actions are part of broader covert operations against Russia.
Ukraine Allegedly Provided Drones to Syrian Rebels to Counter Russia
A Washington Post article claims Ukrainian intelligence provided Syrian rebels with drones and operators to weaken Russia's influence, a claim the Ukrainian government denies; the alleged actions are part of broader covert operations against Russia.
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40% Bias Score
Unjammable Ukrainian Fiber-Optic Drones Achieve Combat Success
Troy Smothers, a former U.S. Marine, developed unjammable fiber-optic drones for Ukraine after learning about a similar Russian design, leading to successful strikes against heavily defended Russian positions, significantly improving their effectiveness against electronic warfare.
Unjammable Ukrainian Fiber-Optic Drones Achieve Combat Success
Troy Smothers, a former U.S. Marine, developed unjammable fiber-optic drones for Ukraine after learning about a similar Russian design, leading to successful strikes against heavily defended Russian positions, significantly improving their effectiveness against electronic warfare.
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40% Bias Score
Russian Forces Down Enemy Drone, Secure Enemy Position
During a special military operation, Captain Taras Aseinin shot down an enemy drone with an anti-aircraft missile system; analysis of the wreckage revealed enemy drone flight patterns, improving the detection of future incursions. Separately, Senior Sergeant Ivan Nadeev led a successful assault, eli...
Russian Forces Down Enemy Drone, Secure Enemy Position
During a special military operation, Captain Taras Aseinin shot down an enemy drone with an anti-aircraft missile system; analysis of the wreckage revealed enemy drone flight patterns, improving the detection of future incursions. Separately, Senior Sergeant Ivan Nadeev led a successful assault, eli...
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68% Bias Score
Ukraine's Low-Cost Drone Warfare: A Strategy for Victory
Faced with Russia's military might, Ukraine's armed forces are developing and producing low-cost, mass-producible weaponry, such as 2.5 million modified FPV drones this year, exceeding the initial 100,000 goal, in a bid to achieve technological self-sufficiency and win the war.
Ukraine's Low-Cost Drone Warfare: A Strategy for Victory
Faced with Russia's military might, Ukraine's armed forces are developing and producing low-cost, mass-producible weaponry, such as 2.5 million modified FPV drones this year, exceeding the initial 100,000 goal, in a bid to achieve technological self-sufficiency and win the war.
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36% Bias Score
Unidentified Drones Over New Jersey: Congressman Claims Iranian Link, Government Denies
Rep. Jeff Van Drew claims unidentified drones over New Jersey originate from an Iranian mothership near the U.S. East Coast, citing high-security-cleared sources; however, the Pentagon and New Jersey Governor deny this claim, stating a lack of evidence and demanding an investigation.
Unidentified Drones Over New Jersey: Congressman Claims Iranian Link, Government Denies
Rep. Jeff Van Drew claims unidentified drones over New Jersey originate from an Iranian mothership near the U.S. East Coast, citing high-security-cleared sources; however, the Pentagon and New Jersey Governor deny this claim, stating a lack of evidence and demanding an investigation.
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52% Bias Score
Zelensky-Biden Rift Threatens US-Ukraine Cooperation
Zelensky's refusal to lower the mobilization age has strained his relationship with Biden, potentially jeopardizing future military aid and strategic cooperation. Meanwhile, Ukraine reportedly sent drones and operators to aid Syrian rebels fighting Russia-backed forces, showcasing a broader strategy...
Zelensky-Biden Rift Threatens US-Ukraine Cooperation
Zelensky's refusal to lower the mobilization age has strained his relationship with Biden, potentially jeopardizing future military aid and strategic cooperation. Meanwhile, Ukraine reportedly sent drones and operators to aid Syrian rebels fighting Russia-backed forces, showcasing a broader strategy...
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40% Bias Score
Unexplained Drone Sightings Spark Security Concerns in New Jersey
Large, mysterious drones, up to 6 feet in diameter, have been sighted across New Jersey and neighboring states since last month, prompting an investigation by federal and state officials who are concerned about the drones' purpose and origin.
Unexplained Drone Sightings Spark Security Concerns in New Jersey
Large, mysterious drones, up to 6 feet in diameter, have been sighted across New Jersey and neighboring states since last month, prompting an investigation by federal and state officials who are concerned about the drones' purpose and origin.
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52% Bias Score
False Claim of Expulsion: Tensions Remain High in Sino-German Relations
A social media video falsely depicts German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock's expulsion from a Beijing press conference; Euroverify proved the footage was from April 2023, showing no expulsion. Despite this, significant tensions remain over China's alleged support for Russia's war in Ukraine.
False Claim of Expulsion: Tensions Remain High in Sino-German Relations
A social media video falsely depicts German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock's expulsion from a Beijing press conference; Euroverify proved the footage was from April 2023, showing no expulsion. Despite this, significant tensions remain over China's alleged support for Russia's war in Ukraine.
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36% Bias Score
Record Number of Russian Drones Enter Belarusian Airspace
A record-high 151 Russian drones entered Belarus in November 2023, tripling the October total, highlighting Russia's increasing use of Belarusian territory for attacks on Ukraine, despite Lukashenko's attempts to maintain a neutral stance, causing concern among neighboring NATO countries.
Record Number of Russian Drones Enter Belarusian Airspace
A record-high 151 Russian drones entered Belarus in November 2023, tripling the October total, highlighting Russia's increasing use of Belarusian territory for attacks on Ukraine, despite Lukashenko's attempts to maintain a neutral stance, causing concern among neighboring NATO countries.
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52% Bias Score