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Defense news — August 9, 2026

Publications tagged with Defense published on August 9, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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  1. PoliticsConflictDefenseCyberattack

    Thai Military Force 'Pamom' Seizes Nearly 2 Million Pills of Drugs in Border Raid

    Thai military force 'Pamom' intercepted a cross-border drug trafficking gang in Mae Sot, leading to a fierce gun battle. They seized nearly 2 million pills of drugs, with a total of over 2.76 billion pills seized since October 2025. The operation resulted in no casualties among law enforcement officers. The seized drugs were handed over to Mae Sot police for investigation and prosecution.
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  2. PoliticsDefense

    Russia to Deploy New AI-Guided Munition 'Kub-10MЭ' in SVO Zone

    The Russian military is set to receive a new high-precision guided tactical munition, 'Kub-10MЭ', with a range of over 100 kilometers. The munition features an AI-guided seeker head and a warhead weighing about 11 kilograms. It operates in tandem with the 'SKAT 350M' reconnaissance-relay drone. The 'Kub-10MЭ' is designed to engage a wide range of targets, including unarmored vehicles, command posts, and enemy drone launch positions. It can operate in various weather conditions and temperatures.
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  3. SocietyAfricaMiddle EastDefense

    Chinese Man Stabbed to Death in Thai Condo; Woman Injured

    A Chinese man was stabbed to death and a 21-year-old woman was injured in a condominium in Sattahip district, Chonburi province on August 8. The man was found with multiple stab wounds, and the woman claimed she was sleeping when she heard someone scream. Police suspect the incident may be related to a love triangle involving the woman's boyfriend. The suspect is at large, and police are actively pursuing him while investigating the motive and relationship between the victim and the woman.
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  4. PoliticsMiddle EastUkraineDefense

    Russian Strikes on Ukraine: Massive Attacks, Infrastructure Targeted

    Within a week, Russian forces launched multiple massive strikes on Ukraine, targeting military-industrial complexes, logistics centers, seaports, fuel-energy complexes, and transport infrastructure. The strikes resulted in significant damage and casualties. Ukrainian forces also conducted counter-attacks, targeting Russian oil refineries and military equipment.
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