Security & Geopolitics - A large number of Russian drones violated Polish airspace [1] - Drones posing a direct threat were shot down [1] - The incident is considered a large-scale provocation [1] - The incident marks the first time Russian drones have been shot down over NATO territory [2] - Allies are treating the situation with utmost seriousness [1][2] Response & Coordination - Consultations with allies are ongoing [1] - Constant contact with the NATO Secretary General is maintained [2] - Search for debris from the downed drones is underway [2] Impact Assessment - No casualties were reported [2]

RT David Rennie (@DSORennie)Polls show Trump is hugely unpopular in most of Europe and the rich world. Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, is positioning himself as leader of the anti-Trump progressive resistance. Yet that’s not translating into greater international clout: why? https://t.co/arupCCCgsQ ...

European leaders to visit US to discuss war in Ukraine, Trump says https://t.co/uAZjKa6pms ...

Taiwanese are growing more doubtful that they can fend off their hostile neighbour https://t.co/TeVfqP7vDI ...

China won't attend the Pacific Islands Forum, but will wield power from afar, writes @KarishmaJourno (via @opinion) https://t.co/srt4Cf4oBz ...

The countdown for Iran’s compliance has begun. To avert ongoing talks, negotiators would have to lay the foundation for a new agreement by the end of the month—a tall order https://t.co/fSk8uttf0Q ...

Japan and the Philippines would struggle to stay out. But what about the rest? https://t.co/tvqFosSa1F ...

With trade negotiations between China and the U.S. showing little progress, Beijing is taking a new stance: Keep talking, but yield little https://t.co/QXLyU2mtod ...

Trumps says Venezuelan jets will be shot down if they endanger US ships https://t.co/q5NrEDy55m ...

Analysis: What's behind Putin's uncompromising stance on Ukraine war? https://t.co/UiTN6cYIKH ...