jet fuel

Russia has started rationing fuel following a large-scale Ukrainian drone strike that hit oil and fuel infrastructure. Reports say Ukrainian long-range drone technology is outpacing Russian air defences, including jet-powered drones deployed by Moscow. The strikes have disrupted fuel supplies, prompting authorities to introduce restrictions, while observers highlight the growing effectiveness of Ukraine's drone campaign against Russian energy targets deep inside the country.

US authorities have opened an investigation after components for the F-35 fighter jet were diverted to Hong Kong, raising concerns that sensitive American military technology could reach China. Lawmakers are pressing for answers on how the parts ended up there and what it reveals about gaps in export controls on defence supply chains, with the episode likely to fuel broader debate over tightening scrutiny of shipments with potential military applications.