Ukraine–Russia War: Ukraine hit Moscow again with what appears to be its biggest drone strike yet, targeting the Kapotnya oil refinery and triggering massive smoke, fires, and airport disruptions as Russian air defenses reportedly downed large numbers of UAVs. G7 & Sanctions: G7 leaders pledged more air-defense systems and long-range capabilities for Ukraine, plus tighter sanctions on Russia’s oil and gas, while signaling openness to licensing for Ukraine’s own military production. Ukraine Aid Push: At the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, allies discussed roughly $4B in new commitments, including a $1B territorial defense package and major long-range artillery and cruise-missile support. UK Procurement: The UK announced a £752M package for Ukraine with 150,000 drones, 350+ air-defense missiles, and radar systems, funded via proceeds from frozen Russian assets. Counter-UAS & Drones at Home: The US seized 50+ drones near World Cup sites as FIFA airspace restrictions tightened, highlighting the growing domestic security burden from drone incursions. US Airpower Modernization: The US Air Force moved CCA forward by selecting Anduril’s FQ-44 for production and expanding the F-15EX fleet plan to 267 jets. Navy Hypersonics: The US Navy ordered the first 50 Blackbeard hypersonic missiles for Super Hornets, advancing carrier strike testing and integration. Industrial/Defense Economy: Colorado approved $14.5M in aerospace and defense incentives, while Serbia signed Eurosatory deals tied to Rafale industrial cooperation. Aviation Safety: A fatal B-52 crash at Edwards Air Force Base killed eight during a radar modernization test mission.