Bird flock triggers Polish military alert and airport suspension

Poland's military scrambled helicopters to investigate a radar alert on Sunday afternoon. A suspected airspace violation near Belarus turned out to be just a large flock of birds.

Why it mattersIt shows how sensitive military radar is. It also shows how the armed forces verify every alert.

AustraliaNo direct Australian effect, though it highlights military alert procedures worldwide.

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US destroys five Iranian oil tankers in retaliatory strikes

The US military destroyed five Iranian oil tankers on Tuesday. This was in response to Iranian missile attempts on a Navy warship.

Why it mattersOil prices and shipping safety are at risk. This happens as US-Iran military clashes grow more intense in a critical global trade route.