Lithuania Drone Incident: NATO Eurofighters shot down a drone over Lithuania, with Defence Minister Robertas Kaunas saying it carried explosives that were defused; early indications pointed to entry from Belarus, marking the first such interception in the Baltic state. Germany Drone Crash: A drone crashed near a Bundeswehr airbase outside Hannover, triggering a major police search and raising sabotage questions given the proximity to the Wunstorf strategic air transport hub. Ukraine Anti-Drone Push: Zelenskyy says Ukraine is testing a new drone-interceptor and reports successful hits, while the military claims high overnight interception rates against Russian drones. US Space Militarization: Air Force Secretary Troy Meink publicly confirmed “on-orbit space control weapons” to defend U.S. forces, without details, as China warns against a space “battlefield” and Russia condemns the move. US-Backed Israel Bombs: The Trump administration is set to deliver 2,000-pound bombs to Israel in a reported $2.8bn deal, renewing Gaza mass-casualty concerns. UK Defence Financing: Britain is considering joining Canada-led Defence, Security and Resilience Bank talks to unlock cheaper long-term funding for military projects. India-US Training: The 22nd Yudh Abhyas exercise begins in Uttarakhand and Rajasthan, with 600 troops per side and a focus on drones, autonomous systems, and integrated mountain operations. Saudi Houthi Drone Threat: Saudi air defences destroyed a Houthi drone south of Mecca before it entered prohibited airspace, with coalition officials calling security of holy sites a “red line.”