Ukraine-Russia Air Campaign: Russia’s overnight ballistic missile blitz on Kyiv killed at least 13 and injured dozens, hitting residential blocks and a children’s hospital amid reported air-defense shortages. Drone Strikes on Energy: Ukrainian FP-1 drones hit Russia’s TANЕCO refinery in Tatarstan and also struck an oil terminal plus a power substation in Krasnodar Krai tied to Crimea’s energy supply. Missile Stockpiles & Production: Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence says Russia holds 600+ Oniks, 450+ Kalibr and 120+ Zircon, while shifting industry toward mass missile output. North Korea Escalation: Pyongyang fired about 10 short-range ballistic missiles toward the East Sea as US-South Korea drills were scaled back, despite Trump signaling possible talks with Kim. Regional Drone Security: Romania said F-16s neutralized a naval drone off Constanta; Germany opened a drone safety and security tech centre to speed detection and counter-UAS work. Defense Industry & Procurement: Japan seeks a record 8.9T yen for fiscal 2027, including long-range underwater missile and drone spending; India’s DRDO invited private firms to partner on missile and bomb production. Cyber & Market Risks: A study warns defense contractors’ CMMC cybersecurity self-scores are rising while confidence drops, and another report flags potential inside-trading on Polymarket tied to US military info. US Drone Tariffs: The US set up to 100% drone tariffs from Sept. 3, while China calls them discriminatory. Army Doctrine Debate: The US Army is phasing out a Europe-based drone assault battalion, drawing criticism that it may slow adaptation to drone-heavy warfare. Corporate Moves: SCP Standard Capital Partners plans to rename itself VANEA AG after acquiring defence drone and counter-UAS firms Vanea and Nocturne.