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The current overall Defcon level OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) estimate is now Defcon level 3. Confused about the Defcon Level? Read the FAQ on our About Page.
We don't believe the current situation warrants a Defcon Level 2. Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered Russia's nuclear deterrent forces on alert in response to Western sanctions and rising tensions over Putin's invasion on Ukraine.
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US/Yemen US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Drone, 1 Houthi Support Vehicle In Yemen. It was determined these systems presented a clear and imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
North America Pakistani Man Living In Canada Charged With Attempting To Enter US, Carry Out Mass Shooting In New York On October 7th Attack Anniversary. Muhammad Shahzeb Khan is charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to the Islamic State of Iraq, the ISIS terrorist organization. Read more
Middle East Pentagon: 2 carrier groups remain deployed to the Middle East. Current force numbers deployed in the region: 40,000. Sounion Merchant vessel still on fire near Yemen and completely immobilized, posing risk of "potentially catastrophic" environmental disaster. Salvage efforts unsuccessful due to the current security environment in the region.
Yemen Vessel Approached By Skiff Near Yemen. The skiff was reported to have three personnel aboard it, one navigating and two looking through binoculars. Read more
Israel American-Turkish Citizen Killed During Protest In West Bank. US Ambassador to Israel: "We are aware of the tragic death of an American citizen, Aysenur Eygi, today in the West Bank." Read more
US/Yemen US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Missile System In Yemen, Pentagon Addresses Recent Incidents In The Middle East. The Pentagon addressed holding Hamas accountable for the six hostages in Gaza murdered by Hamas, including 23-year-old U.S. citizen Hersh Goldberg-Polin. Read more.
US/Yemen US Forces Destroy 2 Missile Systems In Yemen. 2 Oil Tankers Attacked By Houthi Forces. US Captures ISIS Leader In Syria. U.S. forces also partnered with Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) to capture an ISIS leader who was assessed as helping ISIS fighters. Read more.
US/Yemen Drone Attack On Merchant Vessel Near Al Hudaydah, Yemen. A merchant vessel has reported that it was hit by an unmanned aerial system (UAV drone). Read more.
US/Israel Bodies Of 6 Hamas Hostages Recovered In Gaza, One Of Whom Was An American Citizen. Israeli Military: “Their bodies were found during combat in Rafah in an underground tunnel, approximately one kilometer from the tunnel from which we rescued Farhan Alkadi a few days ago". Read Full Report.
Israel Israeli military: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
US/Middle East US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Drone, 1 Unmanned Surface Vessel In Yemen. "It was determined these systems presented a clear and imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region." Read more
US/Middle East 7 US Military Personnel Injured During Early-Morning Raid In Iraq (Report). Multiple service member were injured from falls as the operation was carried out on August 29th, and one of the wounded personnel was evacuated for additional treatment: Read more
China/Japan/Taiwan Japan Reports Suspected Chinese Drone Flights Passing Between Japanese Islands And Taiwan, Scrambles Jets. Taipei Also Reports Chinese Drones Crossing Into ADIZ: Japan's military said they responded by scrambling fighter jets from Japan's Southwestern Air Defense Force. Taiwan also deployed Combat Air Patrol aircraft in response: Read more
US/Middle East US Carrier Strike Group Rescues Iranian Mariners, SOHR Reports US Base In Syria Attacked. A report by the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) says that anti-aircraft weapons at the U.S. base in the Koniko Gas Field in the Deir Ezzor countryside were attacked. Global Positioning Systems (GPS) interference near Assaluyaeh, Iran: Read more
North/South America: Aurora Police Department Addresses Claims That Parts Of City Have Been Taken Over By Venezuelan Gang. After an Aurora, Colorado city council member claimed that the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang has taken over parts of the city and is even running apartment complexes, the Aurora Police Department has released an update saying that they have created a special task force to investigate the concerns. Read more
Yemen: Attacked MT Sounion Oil Tanker Remains Afloat, Drifting, Appears To Be Leaking Oil. According to Air Force Major General Patrick Ryder, the tanker appears to be leaking oil as it drifts after it was abandoned by its crew. Read more
US/Middle East: US Ready, Postured to Defend Israel if Needed, Protect American Forces, Assets. The Pentagon has reiterated the “ironclad” resolve of the United States to defend Israel in the event of an attack. Read more
Taiwan/China: 30 Chinese Military Aircraft, 7 PLAN Vessels, 1 Official Ship Spotted Around Taiwan August 28th, 2024. Taiwan tasked CAP aircraft, Navy vessels, and land-based missile systems to respond to the Chinese activities around the island. Read more
Iran Iran has issued a new Notice To Airmen (NOTAM) notifying aircraft to avoid the following coordinate locations: 350700N 0543400E, 350600N 0551500E, 344700N 0552100E, and 344100N 0544300E up to 14,00 feet until August 24th, 2024 due to rocket launches taking place within the coordinate areas. Read more.
Middle East New U.S. Maritime Advisory 2024 - 008, 009 and 010 For: Middle East Regions. Location: Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman, Southern Red Sea, Bab el Mandeb Strait, Gulf of Aden, Indian Ocean. Read more
US/Florida Coast Guard, Partner Agencies To Enforce Security Zones In Palm Beach, Florida. The Coast Guard and partner agency crews will be enforcing these zones when persons under the protection of the U.S. Secret Service are present or expected to be present in accordance with 33 CFR 165: Read more
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September 6, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Drone, 1 Houthi Support Vehicle In Yemen. It was determined these systems presented a clear and imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
September 6, 2024 - Pakistani Man Living In Canada Charged With Attempting To Enter US, Carry Out Mass Shooting In New York On October 7th Attack Anniversary. Muhammad Shahzeb Khan is charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to the Islamic State of Iraq, the ISIS terrorist organization. Read more
September 6, 2024 - Vessel Approached By Skiff Near Yemen. The skiff was reported to have three personnel aboard it, one navigating and two looking through binoculars. Read more
September 6, 2024 - American-Turkish Citizen Killed During Protest In West Bank. US Ambassador to Israel: We are aware of the tragic death of an American citizen, Aysenur Eygi, today in the West Bank. Read more
September 3, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Missile System In Yemen, Pentagon Addresses Recent Incidents In The Middle East. The Pentagon addressed holding Hamas accountable for the six hostages in Gaza murdered by Hamas, including 23-year-old U.S. citizen Hersh Goldberg-Polin. Read more
September 3, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 2 Missile Systems In Yemen. 2 Oil Tankers Attacked By Houthi Forces. US Captures ISIS Leader In Syria. U.S. forces also partnered with Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) to capture an ISIS leader who was assessed as helping ISIS fighters. Read more
September 2, 2024 - Drone Attack On Merchant Vessel Near Al Hudaydah, Yemen. A merchant vessel has reported that it was hit by an unmanned aerial system (UAV drone). Read more
September 1, 2024 - Bodies Of 6 Hamas Hostages Recovered In Gaza, One Of Whom Was An American Citizen. Israeli Military: “Their bodies were found during combat in Rafah in an underground tunnel, approximately one kilometer from the tunnel from which we rescued Farhan Alkadi a few days ago". Read more
September 1, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Drone, 1 Unmanned Surface Vessel In Yemen. "It was determined these systems presented a clear and imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region." Read more
August 31, 2024 - 7 US Military Personnel Injured During Early-Morning Raid In Iraq Thursday (Report). Multiple service member were injured from falls as the operation was carried out on August 29th, and one of the wounded personnel was evacuated for additional treatment: Read more
August 31, 2024 - Japan Reports Suspected Chinese Drone Flights Passing Between Japanese Islands And Taiwan, Taipei Also Reports Chinese Drones Crossing Into ADIZ: Japan's military said they responded by scrambling fighter jets from Japan's Southwestern Air Defense Force. Taiwan also deployed Combat Air Patrol aircraft in response. Read more
August 31, 2024 - US, Iraqi Forces Conduct Raid In Western Iraq, Incidents Reported In/Near Yemen: U.S. forces, along with Iraqi Security Forces carried out a joint raid in Western Iraq killing 15 ISIS operatives: Read more
August 30, 2024 - US Explosives Incident Report: Bomb Threats Increased By 26% In 2023. According to ATF’s US Bomb Data Explosives Incident Report, bomb threats increased by 26% last year. Read more
August 30, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Missile System, 1 Drone In Yemen. Still No Official Updates On Any Attack On US Base In Syria. U.S. forces destroyed 1 Houthi missile system, and one unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV drone) in a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen, according to U.S. Central Command: Read more
August 29, 2024 - US Carrier Strike Group Rescues Iranian Mariners, SOHR Reports US Base In Syria Attacked. A report by the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) says that anti-aircraft weapons at the U.S. base in the Koniko Gas Field in the Deir Ezzor countryside were attacked. Global Positioning Systems (GPS) interference near Assaluyaeh, Iran: Read more
August 29, 2024 - Aurora Police Department Addresses Claims That Parts Of City Have Been Taken Over By Venezuelan Gang. After an Aurora, Colorado city council member claimed that the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang has taken over parts of the city and is even running apartment complexes, the Aurora Police Department has released an update saying that they have created a special task force to investigate the concerns. Read more
August 28, 2024 - The attacked MT Sounion oil tanker remains afloat, drifting, and appears to be leaking oil into the ocean as it drifts after it was abandoned by its crew. Read more
August 28, 2024 - US Ready, Postured to Defend Israel if Needed, Protect American Forces, Assets - The Pentagon has reiterated the “ironclad” resolve of the United States to defend Israel in the event of an attack. Read more
August 28, 2024 - 30 Chinese Military Aircraft, 7 PLAN Vessels, 1 Official Ship Spotted Around Taiwan August 28th, 2024. Taiwan tasked CAP aircraft, Navy vessels, and land-based missile systems to respond to the Chinese activities around the island. Read more
August 27, 2024 - Over 73 Killed During Attacks In Balochistan, Pakistan. BLA Group Takes Responsibility - The Pakistan military says they are responding to the attacks. Read more
August 27, 2024 - Chinese Aircraft Violates Japanese Airspace. A Chinese Y-9 reconnaissance aircraft violated Japanese airspace near the Danjo Islands off the Nagasaki Prefecture on Monday. Read more
August 26, 2024 - Sighting Incidents Near Yemen - Suspicious Craft Approaching At High Speed, Unmanned Surface Vessel Spotted. The small boat is reported to be 4 meters in length, black and pale yellow in color and had 8 to 10 personnel on board but no weapons sighted. Read more
August 23, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Missile System In Yemen, Target And Kill Al-Qaeda-linked Senior Leader In Syria. Vessel Previously Attacked On Fire Near Yemen. Vessel Previously Attacked On Fire Near Yemen. Local media reported that Makki was killed by two missiles that hit his motorcycle as he was riding on it. Read more
August 23, 2024 - Ukraine: Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant On Verge Of Blackout, Rostov NPP Power Unit Also Turned Off Due To Defect. Energoatom: "Europe’s largest nuclear power plant is again on the verge of blackout". Read more
August 23, 2024 - German NATO Air Base Raises Alert Level Due To "Potential Threat", Lowers It Again. NATO: "The security level at NATO Air Base Geilenkirchen has returned to Bravo+. The temporary rise to Charlie was a precautionary measure to minimize potential risk to our organization and personnel". Read more
August 22, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 2 Houthi Drones Over Red Sea, 1 In Yemen. The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier group arrived in the Middle East Central Command Area of Responsibility (AoR) on Wednesday. Read more
August 22, 2024 - Greek-Flagged Tanker Now Reported To Be Anchored, New Incident Reported Near Saleef, Yemen. The European Union said the Greek-flagged oil tanker that was carrying 150,000 tons of crude oil and posed an "environmental hazard" after it was left abandoned. Read more
August 22, 2024 - Attack Incident Near Aden, Yemen. EU: Greek Oil Tanker Targeted Near Yemen, Abandoned Poses "Environmental Hazard". Incident report 111 regarding the explosions reported in close proximity to a vessel 57 nautical miles south of Aden, Yemen has been updated. Read more
August 21, 2024 - Iran has issued a new Notice To Airmen (NOTAM) notifying aircraft to avoid the following coordinate locations: 350700N 0543400E, 350600N 0551500E, 344700N 0552100E, and 344100N 0544300E up to 14,00 feet until August 24th. Read more
August 21, 2024 - US Destroys Houthi Missile, Radar System In Yemen, Attack Incidents Reported Near Al Hudaydah, Aden Yemen. Multiple attack incidents were reported by the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) 77 nautical miles west of Al Hudaydah, Yemen, and 57 nautical miles south of Aden, Yemen. Read more
August 20, 2024 - Pakistan Conducts "Successful" Launch Of Surface-To-Surface Ballistic Missile Shaheen-II. Pakistan Army: "Pakistan today conducted successful training launch of surface to surface ballistic missile Shaheen-II". Read more
August 20, 2024 - Israeli military: Sirens sounded in the area of Zarit, northern Israel. Sirens Continuously Sounding In Northern Israel, Israeli Fighter Jets Attack Hezbollah Locations In Southern Lebanon. Israeli Air Force: Earlier today, fighter jets attacked a military building where terrorists of the Hezbollah terrorist organization were operating in the al-Matmura area in southern Lebanon. Read more
August 20, 2024 - A spokesman for the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps says the waiting period before Iran responds to the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh on July 31st in Tehran "could be long". Hamas: Biden Not Serious About Proposal, Only Wants To Extend Gaza Offensive. Read more
August 19, 2024 - Israel Strikes Hezbollah Arms Depot In Southern Lebanon. Earlier today (Monday), the IAF also struck Hezbollah targets in the area of Houla in southern Lebanon. Read more
August 19, 2024 - Chinese And Philippine Coast Guard Vessels Collide In Disputed Waters, Causing Ship Damage. While the Philippines claims that the Chinese vessel collided with the Philippine vessels, China claims the Philippine vessels collided with the Chinese ships. Read more
August 18, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Drone In Houthi-Controlled Area Of Yemen. It was determined the UAV presented an imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
August 17, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Unmanned Surface Vessel In The Red Sea. Latest Updates: It was determined this USV presented a clear and imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
August 17, 2024 - New U.S. Maritime Advisory 2024 - 008, 009 and 010 For: Middle East Regions. Location: Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman, Southern Red Sea, Bab el Mandeb Strait, Gulf of Aden, Indian Ocean. Read more
August 17, 2024 - Coast Guard, Partner Agencies To Enforce Security Zones In Palm Beach, Florida. The Coast Guard and partner agency crews will be enforcing these zones when persons under the protection of the U.S. Secret Service are present or expected to be present in accordance with 33 CFR 165. Read more
August 16, 2024 - Data Breach Exposes 2.7 Billion Public Records On Nearly 3 Billion People To Dark Web. The alleged data stolen included: Full names, phone numbers, home addresses, physical address history (up to 3 decades), and social security numbers. Read more
August 16, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Ground Control Station In Yemen. It was determined this ground control station presented a clear and imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
August 15, 2024 - Belarus: Use Of Nuclear Weapons Possible If Enemies Breach Border, US Considers Sending Longer-Range Missiles To Kyiv. Although Belarus has stated repeatedly that it has control of the nuclear weapons placed within its territory, Moscow has stated that Minsk does not. Read more
August 14, 2024 - Belgorod Governor Declares Regional State Of Emergency After Ukraine Invasion, Russian Railway Facing "Transport Collapse": The Governor of Belgorod Vyacheslav Gladkov: State of emergency declared on a regional level as Ukraine advances within Russian territory. Read more
August 14, 2024 - Iran Issues New NOTAM Advising to Avoid Western Airspace Due To "Gun Firing". According to the NOTAM, the gun firing will be taking place from 13:30 to 16:30 UTC on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays beginning August 14th, 2024 until September 19th, 2024. Read more
August 14, 2024 - US Approves Possible Foreign Military Sales To Israel Totaling Nearly $20 Billion - The United States has approved multiple possible Foreign Military sales to Israel totaling nearly $20 billion. The sale includes F-15 aircraft, air-to-air missiles, and tank rounds and mortars. Read more
August 13, 2024 - Ukraine Advances On Kursk, Belarus Lodges Complaint Against Ukraine, IAEA Warns Of Nuclear Incident In Russia. The IAEA has given a warning of fighting taking place in Russia around the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) which could create a nuclear incident in the region. Read more
August 13, 2024 - Explosions, Suspicious Small Craft Reported Near Ship Around Yemen. Multiple explosions were reported near a ship 63 nautical miles southwest of Hodeidah, Yemen.Read more
August 12, 2024 - US Accelerates USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group Transit, Deploys Missile Submarine To Middle East In Response To Increased Regional Tensions. In addition to the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Group, the Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Georgia (SSGN 729) has been ordered to the Central Command area of responsibility: Read more
August 11, 2024 - Fire Burning Within Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. Ukrainian President: "The radiation levels are currently normal, but the situation is not normal". Read more
August 11, 2024 - Iran Posts New NOTAM Alert: Context Added To Report. A new Notice To Airmen (NOTAM) was issued today by Iran which warned pilots to avoid airspace near the Iranian Nojeh air base in Hamadan from 04:30 to 14:30 UTC from August 11th to August 14th, 2024 due to scheduled gunfire from the ground up to 10,000 feet above sea level. Context has been added: Read more
August 11, 2024 - Belarus: Tanks, Iskander Missile Systems Deployed To Border After Claiming Ukrainian Drones Violated Airspace. Lukashenko: The air defense forces were put on full alert to intercept targets. Read more
August 11, 2024 - Israel Preparing For Escalation With Iran, Hezbollah. Iran Posts New NOTAM Alert. Israeli Defense Minister: "Our enemies from Iran and Hezbollah are threatening to harm us in ways they haven't attempted before". Read more
August 11, 2024 - Israeli military Report On Strike On Al-Taba'een School, Strikes In Gaza And Lebanon. IDF: Increasingly in recent months Hamas has focused on exploiting school buildings, often where civilians are sheltering inside, to use them as military facilities, command and control centers. Read more
August 11, 2024 - Israeli Military Drops Fliers In Aljalaa, Khan Yunis Southern Gaza To Evacuate Area Ahead Of Military Operation In Area. The Israeli military has called on civilians within Khan Yunis located in Southern Gaza to evacuate. Read more
August 10, 2024 - Belarus Says It Shot Down Ukrainian Targets Over Its Territory, Air Defense Forces On High Readiness Alert. Lukashenko: "The Belarusian Air Force and Air Defense Forces were put on high alert yesterday at 18:10. We call it readiness condition 1". Special Operations Forces, Ground Forces, Rocket Units And Islander Missile Systems Being Moved: Read more
August 10, 2024 - Hamas Revises Death Toll From 100 To 40, Dozens Wounded After Israel Targets Hamas Militants In A School In Gaza City. IAF Carries Out Strikes On Hezbollah In Lebanon. The Israeli military report that Hamas terrorists were operating within a command and control center embedded within the Al-Taba'een school. Read more
August 10, 2024 - US F-22 Raptors Arrive To The Middle East Region As Tensions With Iran And Its Proxies Escalate, Attacks On US Bases Continue (Report). Iran cited the leader of the Houthi terrorist organization on August 8th saying that the response against Israel is “inevitable” and that the delay in its response is a “tactical issue”. Read more
August 8-9, 2024 - An attack incident has been reported 45 nautical miles south of Al Mukha, Yemen. An RPG exploded close to a vessel from two small craft. Those aboard the small craft wore white and yellow raincoats Read more
August 8, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 2 Houthi Anti-Ship Cruise Missiles, 1 Ground Control Station, 1 Unmanned Surface Vessel. US F-22 Raptors Arrive In Region. Read more
August 8, 2024 - U.S. forces destroyed 2 Houthi unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV drones), 1 Houthi ground control station, and 3 Houthi anti-ship cruise missiles in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen. Read more
August 7, 2024 - Egypt, UK, Other Countries Issue NOTAM Telling Its Airlines To Avoid Iranian Airspace Due To "Military Exercises". Egypt: Warnings directed to all civil aviation companies crossing over Iranian airspace, military exercises will be held over the course of August 7 and 8. Read more
August 7, 2024 - China Launches Drills Around Disputed Shoal As US, Allies Carry Out War Games In Region. China also called out Japan for participating in regional activities with the "Quad", adding a warning that the country is "Reviving Militarism". Read more
August 6, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 3 Houthi Drone Systems Over Gulf of Aden, 1 In Yemen, 1 Houthi Unmanned Surface Vessel, 1 Ballistic Missile In Red Sea. Read more
August 5, 2024 - Israeli Foreign Minister: Iran Delivered Message Saying That It Has Decided To Attack Israel. Iran delivered a message to Israel through Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó, saying that it has decided to attack Israel. Read more
August 5, 2024 - CENTCOM Commander Arrives In Israel, Holds Joint Situational Assessment - Israel Defense Forces (IDF): The Commander of CENTCOM, General Michael Erik Kurilla, arrived in Israel today as the official guest of the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi. Read more
August 5, 2024 - Turkey: Region Can No Longer Tolerate Israel's "Provocations": The Turkish foreign minister states that Israel killed the chief negotiator in the Gaza cease-fire talks: Ismail Haniyeh, calling it a "treacherous assassination". Haniyeh was the political leader of the Hamas terrorist organization. Read more
August 5, 2024 - Iran Closes Airspace In Its Central, Northwestern, Western Airspace. During a G7 conference call, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that an attack by Iran and Hezbollah could occur as early as Monday. Read more
August 5, 2024 - Iran Says US And Israel Will Regret Haniyeh Assassination, US Deploys Additional Forces To Middle East. USS Abraham Lincoln carrier group expected to relieve the USS Theodore Roosevelt carrier group currently in the region, additional forces being sent to mitigate the possibility of regional escalation. Read more
August 3, 2024 - US Deploying Additional Defensive Military Capabilities To Middle East. The new deployment to the Middle East is intended to bolster force protection for U.S. troops in the region and to defend Israel, according to the Pentagon. Read more
August 2, 2024 - France Tells Citizens To Leave Iran As Soon As Possible Due To Risk Of Regional Military Escalation. France is advising its citizens to leave Iran as soon as possible and avoid traveling to the country due to the risk of regional military escalation. Read more
August 2, 2024 - Netanyahu: Israel On High State Of Readiness. Iran: Assassination In Tehran Not Possible Without US Authorization. Israel also carried out a targeted strike in Beirut, the capital of Lebanon on the commander it says was responsible for the Majdal Shams attack and the killing of Israeli civilians. Read more
August 1, 2024 - Attacks From Hezbollah In Lebanon Prompt Israel To Carry Out Additional Strikes, IDF Briefing Updates - The Israeli military says some of the projectiles were intercepted, while others fell into open areas and reported no injuries. Read more
July 31, 2024 - Media: Iranian Supreme Leader Issued Order For Iran To Strike Israel Directly In Response To Hamas Leader Assassination In Tehran, US Releases Advisories. In addition to Lebanon and Northern Israel (within 2.5 miles of borders) Do Not Travel alert, The U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem has issued a renewed alert for Israel, West Bank, Gaza. Read more
July 31, 2024 - US Raises Travel Advisory To Lebanon To: Level 4: Do Not Travel, Urges Citizens To Depart Country - United Airlines, Delta Airlines, British Airways also reported on Wednesday that they are stopping flights. Read more
July 31, 2024 - US Carries Out Airstrike In Musayib, Iraq In Response To Attacks On Bases In Iraq, Syria. American forces launched an attack on combatants attempting to launch one-way attack unmanned aerial systems (OWAUAS) and was "based on recent attacks [on bases housing US forces] in Iraq and Syria". Read more
July 30, 2024 - Israel has carried out a targeted strike in Beirut on the commander it says is responsible for the Majdal Shams attack and killing of Israeli civilians. Beirut is Lebanon's capital, and largest city in the country. Read more
July 29, 2024 - British Government: Advises Against All Travel To Lebanon, Encourages Citizens To Leave While Commercial Options Are Still Available. "FCDO continues to advise against all travel to Lebanon. If you are currently in Lebanon, we encourage you to leave, while commercial options remain available". Read more
July 29, 2024 - Israel Strikes Launchers Used To Fire Projectiles Into Northern Israel, Intercepts Drone From Lebanon. IDF: This morning, approximately 20 projectiles that were identified crossing from Lebanon fell in an open area adjacent to the Goma Junction in northern Israel. Read more
July 28, 2024 - NATO Member Turkey Threatens To Invade Israel, Locations Within Lebanon Struck In Response To Majdal Shams Attack. Turkey's President also says he plans to build a naval base on Cyprus, near Israel "if necessary" and has accused Greece of wanting to do the same. Read more
July 28, 2024 - Lebanon Travel Alert Issued - Airlines Announce Some Flights Postponed. Amid heightened tension in the region, some airlines are adjusting their flight schedules. Read more
July 28, 2024 - Russia Visits Cuba For The Second Time In Two Months As Russia Continues To "Send A Message To Washington". The Russian patrol ship Neustrashimy-class patrol frigate, Smolny-class training/cargo vessel, accompanied by support vessels from the Baltic Fleet made a port call in Havana on Saturday. Read more
July 27, 2024 - Iranian-Backed Militias Fire Flare Grenades, Missile On Conoco Gas Field. The SOHR reports one missile was fired from areas of the Iranian-backed militias "nearly 800 meters away from the base" and that U.S. forces responded to earlier attacks by firing toward positions of militia and Iranian forces. Read more
July 27, 2024 - Hezbollah Rocket Strike From Lebanon Hits Northern Israel in Majdal Shams in the Golan Heights. IDF: At least 10 Children Killed, 20 Wounded. Read more
July 26, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 6 Houthi Drones, 3 Unmanned Surface Vessels In Yemen. U.S. Central Command: "It was determined these weapons presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region". Read more
July 26, 2024 - Rockets Fired At Bases Hosting US Troops In Iraq, Syria. A U.S. official said that initial reports indicate the rockets landed outside the base and did not cause any injuries or damage to the base itself. Read more
July 26, 2024 - Russian, Chinese Aircraft Enter Alaskan ADIZ Amid Increased Military Cooperation, US 2024 Arctic Strategy. The Pentagon addressed China's growing military presence in the Arctic, demonstrating its ability to operate in the Arctic by conducting operations with the Russian Navy in the region. Read more
July 25, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Drone Launcher In Yemen. The drone launcher was determined to be an imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, as well as merchant vessels navigating the region. Read more
July 25, 2024 - NORAD aircraft are conducting a planned exercise supporting Operation Noble Eagle over Alaska today. NORAD F-16s, military transport, and civilian aircraft will participate in the exercise, and operate at various altitudes and may be visible at times. Read more
July 25, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 2 Houthi Missiles On Launchers In Yemen. CENTCOM reported that the missiles presented an imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, as well as merchant vessels navigating the region. Read more
July 24, 2024 - NORAD detects, tracks and intercepts Russian and Chinese aircraft operating in the Alaska ADIZ: NORAD detected, tracked, and intercepted two Russian TU-95 and two PRC H-6 nuclear-capable bombers operating in the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) on July 24, 2024. Read more
July 24, 2024 - Israel Defense Forces (IDF): Sirens sounded in Malkia, northern Israel and Hanita, northern Israel.
July 24, 2024 - Demonstrations At US Capitol Turn "Violent" As Israeli Prime Minister Speaks In Washington DC. The demonstrations come as Netanyahu gives a speech to a joint meeting of the Senate and House of Representatives. Read more
July 24, 2024 - Israel Issues Evacuation Order, Carries Out Military Operation In Khan Younis, Rafah. The Islamic Resistance in Iraq also claimed that it targeted Eilat, Israel with drones, after which the Israeli Air Force reported it had intercepted and shot down two drones coming from the east. Read more
July 24, 2024 - CENTCOM Commander Concludes Trip To Engage with Regional Partners for Enhanced Security Cooperation. "The leaders gathered to discuss the current state of security in the CENTCOM area of operations and discussed ways to strengthen the security cooperation". Read more
July 24, 2024 - U.S. Central Command: "In the past 24 hours, U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) forces successfully destroyed three Iranian-backed Houthi missile launchers in a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen". Read more
July 24, 2024 - 22 Chinese Military Aircraft, 9 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan. The number of military aircraft and naval forces spotted around the island continues to be greatly heightened and a daily occurrence. Read more
July 23, 2024 - South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS): North Korea continues to send balloons carrying trash into South Korea toward the northern Gyeonggi Province. One balloon fell on the Yongsan Presidential Office Building. JCS: “Be careful of falling cargo, and if you find a fallen balloon, do not contact it and report it to the nearest military base or police.” Read more
July 22, 2024 - Knesset Passes 3 Bills Aimed To Shut UNRWA Down In Israel, Declare It A Terrorist Organization. UNRWA said Israel is carrying out a campaign to equate it with Hamas, and added that the war in Gaza has produced a blatant disregard for Its mission. Read more
July 21, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 4 Houthi Unmanned Surface Vessels In Red Sea. It was determined the USVs presented an imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
July 21, 2024 - Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson has released a report regarding his investigation of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Read more
July 21, 2024 - Israeli Military's Interception Of Surface-To-Surface Missile Approaching Israel, Full Report. IAF: "The air defense fighters successfully intercepted with the "Hats 3" system a surface-to-surface missile that made its way towards the territory of the country from Yemen. Read more
July 21, 2024 - Shortly after the strike in Yemen by Israel using U.S.-manufactured F-15 and F-35 fighter jets, the Israeli military reported that it shot down a Houthi missile fired from Yemen. Read more
July 21, 2024 - Saudi Arabia Following Military Escalation In Yemen "With Great concern", Denies Involvement In Attack By Israel On Port. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the strikes on Yemen were a “direct response” to the Houthi attack on Tel Aviv on Friday. Read more
July 20, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi UAV Drone Over Red Sea. U.S. Central Command: In the past 24 hours U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) forces successfully destroyed one Iranian-backed Houthi uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) over the Red Sea. Read more
July 20, 2024 - Israeli Fighter Jets Strike Houthi Locations In Al Hudaydah, Yemen Port. The Israel Defense Forces added that the retaliatory response also comes after “hundreds of attacks carried out against the state of Israel in recent months”. Read more
July 19, 2024 - Houthi Drone Strike Hits Tel Aviv, Israel. TEL AVIV - At least one person was killed and around a dozen injured after a Houthi drone strike hit Tel Aviv located near the U.S. Embassy in Israel. Read more
July 19, 2024 - Services Affected Worldwide Traced To Microsoft And A CrowdStrike Update. An update is reported to have affected Windows operating systems globally, with many systems showing a "Blue Screen of Death" or BSOD on systems worldwide. Read more
July 19, 2024 - Attack Incident Reported Near Aden, Yemen. CENTCOM Commander Visits Israel. An attack incident has been reported 83 nautical miles southeast of Aden, Yemen. US Central Command has also addressed the conclusion of the JLOTS Capability in Gaza. Read more
July 18, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 2 Surface-To-Air Missiles, 4 Drones In Yemen. Firing Drills By ROK Naval Units Near Somalia. The UKMTO reported firing drills by ROK naval units from July 19th through July 22nd and on July 25th. Read more
July 18, 2024 - Temporary Gaza Aid Pier Mission Ended After 20 Million LBS Of Aid Delivered. The pier was projected by the Pentagon in April to cost around $320 million and was reduced by $90 million by the Pentagon in early June to $230 million. Read more
July 17, 2024 - 20 Chinese Military Aircraft, 6 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan. Additionally, Taiwan's military said it carried out the annual Han Kuang 40 exercise. Read more
July 17, 2024 - 20 Chinese Military Aircraft, 6 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan July 17th, 2024. The number of Chinese military aircraft and naval forces spotted around the island remains heightened. Read more
July 17, 2024 - ISIS Attempting To Rebuild Following Several Years Of Decreased Capability, On Pace To Double Attacks Claimed In 2023 - From January to June 2024, ISIS claimed 153 attacks in Iraq and Syria. Read more
July 16, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 5 Houthi Drones Near Yemen, UKMTO Reports Multiple Incidents In Region. One of the vessels attacked was MT Bentley I a Panama-flagged, Israel-owned, Monaco-operated tanker vessel in the Red Sea carrying vegetable oil from Russia to China and was attacked multiple times. Read more
July 14, 2024 - US Destroys 2 Houthi Drones, 1 Unmanned Surface Vessel In Red Sea, 1 Drone In Yemen. U.S. Central Command said, "It was determined these systems presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region." Read more
July 13, 2024 - Assassination Attempt On Former President Trump During Rally, Shots Fired. Just breaking: Former President Donald Trump appears to have been shot in the ear after shots were fired during a rally in Pennsylvania. Read more
July 13, 2024 - 30 Chinese Military Aircraft, 7 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan July 13th, 2024. The number of Chinese military aircraft and naval forces spotted around the island of Taiwan remains substantially heightened. Read more
July 13, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 3 Houthi Drones In Yemen, Carrier Strike Group Arrives In 5th Fleet Area Of Operations. The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group (TRCSG) also arrived in the U.S. 5th Fleet of Operations on July 12th to deter aggression, and promote regional stability. Read more
July 11, 2024 - Russia: US Plans To Deploy Long-Range Missiles In Germany In 2026 May Trigger Uncontrollable Escalation. Moscow says the plans by the United States to deploy long-range missiles in Europe could trigger an "uncontrollable escalation" and a new missile arms race. Read more
July 11, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 5 Houthi Unmanned Surface Vessels, 3 Drone Systems In Red Sea, Concludes Counter-Terrorism Exercise With Pakistan. The United States concluded the first “Paramount Cobra Exercise" with Pakistan, "aimed at refining drill procedures and sharing counter-terrorism experiences. Read more
July 11, 2024 - China Carries Out Exercises With Carrier Around Taiwan, Anchors Its Largest Coast Guard Vessel In Philippine EEZ. The Philippine Coast Guard reported that a Chinese Coast Guard vessel, 165-meter (541-foot) CCG-5901 anchored itself at the Escoda Shoal (Sabina Shoal), for at least two days in a row, maintaining a proximity to the Philippine Coast Guard vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua. Read more
July 11, 2024 - 66 Chinese Military Aircraft, 7 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan - The number of military aircraft remains substantially heightened, and the number of naval vessels spotted around the island also remains heightened. Read more
July 10, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 2 Houthi UAVs, 1 USV On The Red Sea. U.S. Central Command said, "It was determined the UAVs and USV presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region." Read more
July 10, 2024 - 72 Chinese Military Aircraft, 8+ PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan July 10th, 2024. The number of military aircraft spotted is greatly heightened today as China conducts military exercises around the island. Read more
July 10, 2024 - Hurricane Beryl Caused 8 Deaths In The US, 10 In The Caribbean. Coast Guard Reopening Ports And Waterways. In Houston's airport over 1,100 flights were canceled due to the hurricane on Monday. Read more
July 10, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Drone In Yemen. It was determined the UAV presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
July 9, 2024 - Explosion Near Merchant Vessel Close To Nishtun, Yemen. After the incident, the vessel and its crew were reported to be safe, and the vessel is proceeding to its next port of call. Read more
July 9, 2024 - Syrian Military: Israel Carried Out Air Attack Near Baniyas City. Although Israel rarely ever acknowledges attacks within Syria, the country is known to target Iranian proxy groups or Iranian weapons being transported to the region. Read more
July 9, 2024 - Hurricane Beryl Kills At Least 3 People, Power Outages For 2.7 Million. The U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) said the storm could generate tornadoes in Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana after numerous tornado warnings were broadcast for multiple states. Read more
July 9, 2024 - US, Philippines Enter Nuclear Cooperation Agreement, Thailand Also Plans Installing Reactors. The agreement allows the transfer of nuclear equipment, material, and information from the US to the Philippines. Read more
July 8, 2024 - Hurricane Beryl Makes Landfall In Texas, Millions Without Power. The effects may be felt for days. Use caution if you are in a storm-affected areas. Read more
July 8, 2024 - US Destroys 2 Houthi Drones In Yemen, Partner Forces Destroy 2 Drones Over The Gulf Of Aden. A statement by U.S. Central Command said, "There were no injuries or damage reported by U.S., coalition, or merchant vessels". Read more
July 8, 2024 - Beryl Regains Hurricane Status, Strengthens As It Approaches Texas Coast. Hurricane Advisory: Beryl Strengthening as the Center Approaches the Middle Texas Coast. Read more
July 7, 2024 - 15 Chinese Military Aircraft, 10 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan July 7th, 2024. Yesterday, 30 Chinese military aircraft and 9 PLAN vessels were spotted around the island including fighter aircraft and drones. Read more
July 7, 2024 - Greek Frigate Engages 4 UAV Drones Near Yemen, Shoots Down 2. The EU naval mission confirmed that the Psara had destroyed two unmanned aerial vehicles in the Gulf of Aden. Read more
July 7, 2024 - Iran Elects New President After Death Of Former President Raisi. President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian has vowed to work more closely with the West. Read more
July 6, 2024 - Beryl Reduced To Tropical Storm, Expected To Speed Up As It Heads To Texas. As Beryl travels toward Texas, it's expected to intensify and gain wind speed again as it travels through the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Read more
July 5, 2024 - Russia Carries Out Planned Nuclear Exercises With Yars Land-Based Mobile Missile Systems. According to the Russian Ministry of Defense: "A similar exercise will soon be carried out in other missile formations". Read more
July 5, 2024 - 62 Chinese Military Aircraft, 6 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan. Of the aircraft spotted there were fighter aircraft, drones, and helicopters, with 36 aircraft being spotted initially and then another 26 spotted after that. Read more
July 4, 2024 - Happy Independence Day everyone! May God Bless you, and your families. Galatians 5:1: "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery".
July 4, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 2 Houthi Unmanned Surface Vessels And 1 Houthi Radar Site. It was determined the USVs and radar site presented an imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
July 3, 2024 - Pentagon Announces Over $2.3 Billion In Security Assistance To Ukraine: $2.2 Billion From USAI Funds. This funding will be used to purchase interceptors for PATRIOT and NASAMS air defense systems for Ukraine. Read more
July 3, 2024 - China, Russia Bolster Influence In Latin America. New satellite photo shows additions to space-monitoring sites in Bejcual and Calabazar, which a report said is "notable" since Cuba does not currently possess its own satellite or space program. Read more
July 3, 2024 - BRICS Looks To Expand, De-Dollarize, De-weaponize Western Sanctions. Dollar Remains Strong. Read more
July 2, 2024 - Beryl Turns Into Cat 5 Hurricane, Nears Jamaica. The wind speed of the hurricane has been reported to be at 155 miles per hour, moving west-northwest at 22 miles per hour. Read more
July 2, 2024 - Demonstration Alert and Cancellation of Routine Consular Services July 2, 2024. Location: Multiple cities in Kenya. U.S. Embassy In Kenya: Protests are expected to continue this week in Kenya. Read more
July 2, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Radar Site In Yemen. It was determined the radar site presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
July 1, 2024 - North Korea Says It Fired New Missile Capable Of Carrying 4.5 Ton "Super Large" Warhead, US Tests Hypersonic Missile. Read more
July 1, 2024 - Pentagon: US Bases In Europe Under Heightened Alert. US Officials Warn Of Possible Terrorist Attacks, ISIS-Affiliated Networks Smuggling Illegals Into US. Read more
July 1, 2024 - Hurricane Beryl Makes Landfall On Carriacou Island. National Hurricane Center: Hurricane Beryl Advisory 12: Extremely Dangerous Eyewall of Beryl Moving Over Carriacou Island. Read more
July 1, 2024 - Hurricane Beryl Advisories, Current And Projected Positions. Saint Lucia will begin to experience Tropical Storm conditions from 2 AM. Stay indoors. Stay safe. Wait for the all-clear. Read more
July 1, 2024 - US Destroys 3 Houthi Unmanned Surface Vessels In The Red Sea. "These actions were taken to protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure". Read more
