Category: War and Armed Conflicts

Houthis Say They Downed a Saudi Fighter Jet and Deny Targeting Mecca

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The Iran-backed militia in Yemen made its claim hours after a Saudi-led military coalition accused it of firing a drone near the Muslim holy city.
What Is Driving Diesel Prices Up? Energy Chaos Caused by Two Wars.

The New York Times – Business:
President Trump recently blamed Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries for causing a spike in diesel prices, but analysts say the Iran war is probably a bigger factor.
Yemen’s Houthis Seize Strategic Red Sea Port, Officials Say

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The Iran-backed militia routed Yemeni government forces in Mokha, putting the group in a stronger position to attack ships in a crucial waterway for global trade.
Why Yemen Is Back on the Brink of War

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The Houthi militia, the Yemeni government, Iran and Saudi Arabia all have reasons to escalate the conflict.
25 Years After 9/11, Al Qaeda Still Has a Home in Afghanistan

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The Taliban claim that Afghanistan is no longer a sanctuary for terrorist groups, but Al Qaeda and others are still present, reviving old fears.
Yemen Tilts Toward Full-Scale War as Saudi-Houthi Clashes Escalate

The New York Times – On the Runway:
With its oil-export routes once again under threat, Saudi Arabia is stepping up its military campaign against an old antagonist.
Thousands of Serbs Gather to Mourn Ratko Mladic, the ‘Butcher of Bosnia’

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The government insisted the funeral was a private affair, even as government ministers attended and state-controlled news media lavished praise on the convicted war criminal.
Soaring Diesel Prices Are Helping Oil Companies and Hurting Consumers

The New York Times – Business:
The cost of the fuel, used in farm machinery, trucks and other heavy equipment, has surged because of the war in Iran and Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries.
Soaring Diesel Prices Are Helping Oil Companies and Hurting Consumers

The New York Times – Business:
The cost of the fuel, used in farm machinery, trucks and other heavy equipment, has surged because of the war in Iran and Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries.
What Happened to the Coveted Western Tanks Sent to Ukraine?

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Ukraine pleaded for the expensive weapons, and ultimately got them, but drones have rendered them almost unusable.
Ukraine’s Ex-Defense Minister Calls for Election, Cementing Break With Zelensky

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Mykhailo Fedorov, a popular young leader who was fired last month, said Russia should not be allowed to dictate when Ukrainians can choose their next government.
How the Iran War Made Africa’s Richest Man Even Richer

The New York Times – Business:
Africans have turned to one of their own for fuel as the world’s supplies run low. But they are not the only ones with the continent’s richest man on speed dial.