The sinking of Russian missile cruiser tells the story of a large, old, and cumbersome army that is not mission-ready, and has failed to defeat the smaller but determined Ukrainian military.

Analysts agree that although Israel, Greece and Cyprus are likely disappointed about the withdrawal of US and EU support from the EastMed project, it has served the valuable purpose of bringing them together diplomatically.

Up to 100 protesters threw stones, set cars, tires, and dustbins on fire, and erected a barrier fence obstructing traffic in Malmo, according to Swedish police. Clashes have also been reported in Stockholm, Linkoping, and Norrkoping.

The new task force of two to eight ships patrolling at a time will target coal, drug, weapons, and people smugglers in the Red Sea, according to Vice Adm. Brad Cooper, who oversees the US Navy’s Mideast-based 5th Fleet.

Vessel carrying 750-1,000 tons of fuel sent a distress call from seven miles away from the Tunisian city of Gabes, to which Tunisia's navy responded.