F-35

The US has struck an Iranian drone carrier in Operation Epic Fury, highlighting Washington's focus on targets linked to Iran's unmanned air operations. Iran's air force is largely constrained by sanctions and limited access to parts, leaving drones as its primary aviation punch.

The Czech Republic has ruled out donating its L-159 light combat aircraft to Ukraine, Prime Minister Andrej Babis said in a statement. The decision follows President Petr Pavel's suggestion that Prague could provide 'several medium combat planes' effective against drones in a relatively short time.