Ukraine-Russia Drone War: Ukrainian drones hit Russian oil and logistics targets deep inside Russia, including the Saratov oil refinery and Engels-2 airfield, plus a Bashneft-Ufaneftekhim-linked complex in Ufa; Russia says it downed 635 drones overnight and reports fires and civilian damage, while Wildberries warehouses keep taking hits as Kyiv targets economic lifelines. Air Defense & Patriot Politics: After a major Russian ballistic-missile and drone barrage on Kyiv killed at least nine, Zelenskyy renewed calls for Patriot interceptors, warning shortages are costing lives as Trump backtracked on allowing Ukraine to produce Patriots under license. Iran Escalation/De-escalation: Trump said the U.S. will pause planned strikes on Iran while a deal framework is finalized, with Rubio arguing U.S. strikes pushed Tehran toward nuclear disarmament talks; Iranian media mocked the reversal. Middle East Ground Ops: Israel’s 401st Brigade says it completed its mission in southern Lebanon, claiming destruction of Hezbollah infrastructure and weapons. Defense Industry & Autonomy: The UK tested a crewless robotic boat that launches and recovers its own tethered drone in rough seas, highlighting growing unmanned maritime surveillance focus. Missile/Drone Counter-Pressure: Ukraine also reported strikes on Russian radar and air-defense sites in Krasnodar Krai, while Russia claims continued large-scale drone and missile pressure across multiple fronts. Africa Security & Local Arms: Nigeria’s Agunechemba security outfit handed over recovered machine guns and rocket launchers to the Nigerian Army, underscoring ongoing internal security and arms recovery efforts.