Ukraine has made significant progress in countering Russia's jet-powered drones, with some air defence units reporting interception rates of around 80%. But recent restrictions on US satellite services exposed Kyiv's reliance on US technology as it races to develop cheaper, more effective interceptors.
The International Weightlifting Federation becomes the first Olympic federation to choose Russia to host a world championships since its invasion of Ukraine.
Starlink, and its military version Starshield, have proved crucial to the Ukrainian military's operations, providing resilient internet and communications over the battlefield.
Japan reclaimed the Mixed Team World Championship title in Baku, defeating Russia in the final to secure its eighth gold. After overcoming China in the semi-final, Japan sealed victory through Akari Omori, while Russia reached its first mixed team final.