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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 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 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 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 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 1, 2024 - Pentagon Statement: US Bases In Europe Under Heightened Alert. US Officials Warn Of Possible Terrorist Attacks, ISIS-Affiliated Networks Smuggling Illegals Into US. Read more
June 30, 2024 - US Bases In Europe Put On Heightened Alert. A U.S. official stationed at a base in Europe said they haven't seen the level this high (at its second highest state) in "at least 10 years". Read more
June 26, 2024 - Russia's Nuclear Forces Carry Out "Planned" Yars Land-Based Mobile Missile System Training. Russian Ministry of Defense: "During planned drills of Russian Strategic Missile Forces in Irkutsk region, Yars land-based mobile missile system perform intensive maneuvering". Read more
June 25, 2024 - Russia Revises Nuclear Doctrine, ICC Issues Arrest Warrants For Two Russian Military Officials. On June 5th, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that the West was wrong to assume that Moscow would never use nuclear weapons. Read more
June 24, 2024 - Russia Summons US Ambassador After It Says US-Made Missiles Launched By Ukraine Killed Civilians After Missile Coordinates Set By US Specialists. Russian Ambassador: "Cluster munitions in ATACMS missiles cannot be launched without the participation of American specialists and support from US intelligence". Read more
June 21, 2024 - South Korea Considers Providing Ukraine With Weapons. Putin Says It Would Be "A Big Mistake". Russia and North Korea has signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement, with each country pledging mutual assistance in the event of an attack on either country. Read more
June 19, 2024 - Russia, North Korea Agree To Defend One Another In The Event Of Aggression From Another Country. The two countries signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement, with each country pledging mutual assistance in the event of an attack on either country. Read more
June 14, 2024 - US Submarine Arrives In Guantanamo Bay, Near US Base In Cuba. The Department of Defense said the Pentagon has been tracking Russia's plans for carrying the exercises in the region and that the visit wasn't a surprise. Read more
June 12, 2024 - Russian Navy Docks In Cuba, Moscow Carries Out Nuclear Exercise With Belarus To Send "A Message To Washington" (Report): Russian state-run media reported that the purpose of the visit to Havana, Cuba, and the nuclear drills was to send a message to Washington. Read more
June 12, 2024 - Russia Begins "Second Stage" Of Non-Strategic Nuclear Forces Exercise. Russian Ministry of Defense: "In accordance with the decision of the President of the Russian Federation, the second stage of the non-strategic nuclear forces exercise has begun". Read more
June 12, 2024 - Poland Warns Of Increased Polish, Allied Aircraft Activity Amid Russian Missile, Drone Strikes In Western Ukraine. Polish Armed Forces: "All necessary procedures to ensure the safety of Polish airspace have been launched, and the RSZ Operational Command is monitoring the situation on an ongoing basis". Read more
June 11, 2024 - US Destroyers Shadow Russian Nuclear-Powered Submarine, 3 Other Vessels During Planned Visit To Cuba, Ahead Of Military Exercises. The Russian vessels are being shadowed by American Navy destroyers as they transit to Cuba. Read more
June 9, 2024 - Tensions Escalate Between North And South Korea, US Worried About Increase In Nuclear Threats, Cooperation Between Adversaries. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said that the United States is worried about the rising nuclear threat, including the increase in cooperation between Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran. Read more
June 9, 2024 - US Begins Withdrawal From Niger Amid Reports Iran Buying 300 Tons Of Uranium From Niger. French media reported that the uranium Tehran was negotiating to purchase from Niger belonged to the French company Orano. Read more
June 7, 2024 - Netherlands: 2 Chinese Fighter Jets Circled Naval Vessel, Military Aircraft Approached Combat Helicopter During Patrol. One of its NH90 maritime combat helicopters was approached by two Chinese fighter jets, and a Chinese helicopter while the Netherlands carried out a patrol in international airspace. Read more
June 7, 2024 - Pentagon Announces $225 Additional Security Assistance For Ukraine. $51.9 billion in security assistance to Ukraine committed since the beginning of the Biden Administration. $75 Billion in aid, including humanitarian, financial, and security assistance, weapons and equipment, grants, and loans. Read more
June 5, 2024 - Iran: Mossad Agent Arrested, Vows Revenge For Killing Of Military Advisor. Israel/Sweden: Iran Using Criminal Networks To Target Locations In Europe. In a rare statement Israel’s national intelligence agency, Mossad said that Iran is using local criminal networks to target Israeli targets, such as embassies located within Europe. Read more
June 3, 2024 - NCSC: Russia Continuing To Employ "Array Of Tools" To Advance Its Own Interests And Undermine US, Allies. Office of the Director of National Intelligence: "Moscow continues to employ an array of tools to advance what it sees as its own interests and undermine those of the United States and its allies". Read more
May 22, 2024 - Pentagon: Russia Launched Likely Counter-Space Weapon In The Same Low-Earth Orbit As US Government Satellite This Month. In 2021 Russia carried out an anti-satellite (ASAT) test on one of its own satellites and created thousands of pieces of dangerous space debris. Read more
May 21, 2024 - Russia Carries Out Tactical Nuclear Drills In Response To "Threats" By "Western Officials" Against Russia. Russia also reported the United States carried out a “subcritical” experiment at a specialized underground laboratory on the nuclear test site in Nevada on May 14th. Read more
May 16, 2024 - Slovakian Prime Minister Shot, Is No Longer In "Life-Threatening" Condition. The country's Deputy Prime Minister says that he is no longer in life-threatening condition after surgery, the operation went well and he should survive. Read more
May 15, 2024 - Slovakian Prime Minister Shot, Is In "Life-Threatening" Condition. "At this moment he is transported by helicopter to Banská Bystrica, because it would take too long to get to Bratislava due to the necessity of an acute procedure. The next few hours will decide." Read more
May 14, 2024 - Russia Continues Push On Kharkiv In Northeastern Ukraine. Putin has appointed economist Andrei Belousov as the country's new Defense Minister, in place of Sergei Shoigu. Ukraine says it indicates Russia is building a war economy. Read more
May 11, 2024 - US Announces $400 Million Aid To Ukraine, Along With Possible Emergency Foreign Military Sale As Kyiv Says It Repelled Russian Attempt To Open A New Front. Ukraine said Russia's attempts to break through the defensive lines Russia did not succeed, and added that "not a single meter has been lost". Read more
May 8, 2024 - After a report surfaced China had hacked the British Ministry of Defense, the UK government released a statement saying that a "Malign Actor" gained access to the British Armed Forces payment network. Read more
May 8, 2024 - Russian Soldier Detained After Crossing Into Poland From Belarus. Polish Border Guard: "The question is whether we are dealing here with someone who was carrying out tasks for Russian (secret) services". Read more
May 8, 2024 - UK Border Force Experiencing Nationwide Issue Affecting Its E-Gates. The British Border Force is currently down and has caused long queues at the airports. Read more
May 6, 2024 - Russian Military Increases Readiness Of Nuclear Forces In Response To "Threats" Made Against Russia, Including Testing Ability To Deploy Tactical Nuclear Weapons. Read more
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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 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 - 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 - 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 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 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 - 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 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 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 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 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 - Pentagon Statement: 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 - 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
June 30, 2024 - 12 Small Crafts "Suspicious Approach" Near Merchant Vessel Close To Yemen. The closest point of the approach by the 12 small crafts was 1 and a half nautical miles where the small craft remained in the vicinity of a merchant vessel for about one hour before leaving the area. Read more
June 29, 2024 - US Destroys 7 Houthi Drones, 1 Ground Control Station Vehicle In Yemen. Due to weather conditions, the temporary Gaza pier has been moved back to Ashdod, Israel. Read more
June 28, 2024 - Attack Incident Near Al Hudaydah, Yemen. An attack incident has been reported 150 nautical miles northwest of Al Hudaydah, Yemen. Read more
June 28, 2024 - US Destroys 1 Drone System Launched By Houthis Into Red Sea. It was determined this UAS presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
June 27, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Radar Site In Yemen. Live Weapon Firing Scheduled Off Pakistani Coast. Attack Incident Reported Near Al Hudaydah, Yemen. Read more
June 25, 2024 - Pentagon Defense Secretary Trip To Middle East, Carrier Strike Group Replacement Underway. The USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group has left the U.S. Central Command's area of operations and will be replaced by the USS Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group. Read more
June 24, 2024 - An additional attack has been reported 246 nautical miles southeast of Nishtun, Yemen. Explosion near merchant vessel's location. Read more
June 24, 2024 - 4th Houthi Attack On Merchant Vessel TransWorld Navigator Near Yemen. Crew reported minor injuries and moderate damage to the vessel, but the vessel continued its journey. Read more
June 23, 2024 - Merchant Vessel Hit By Drone Near Al Hudaydah, Yemen. An attack incident has been reported 65 nautical miles west of Al Hudaydah, Yemen. A merchant vessel was hit by a drone and the attack resulted in damage to the boat. Read more
June 23, 2024 - Merchant Vessel Issues Distress Call Due To Flooding Near Nishtun, Yemen. The flooding caused the crew to abandon the ship and were then assisted and recovered by another vessel. Read more
June 23, 2024 - US Destroys 3 Houthi Unmanned Vessels, Houthi Launches 3 Missiles Into Gulf Of Aden, Addresses Eisenhower Attack Claims. USS Theodore Roosevelt replacing Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group in region. Read more
June 21, 2024 - Attack Incident Reported Near Aden, Yemen: There has been an attack incident reported 126 nautical miles from Aden, Yemen. Read more
June 21, 2024 - US Destroys 4 Houthi Surface Vessels, 2 UAS Drone Systems Over Red Sea, Reestablishes Gaza Aid Pier. 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
June 20, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 2 Houthi Unmanned Surface Vessels, One Ground Control Station, One Command And Control Station Node. It was determined these systems presented an imminent threat to U.S. forces, coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
June 19, 2024 - Safety And Security Update For Canadians In Iran. Canadian Government: "We reiterate our call for Canadians to refrain from traveling to Iran & those who are currently there should return." Read more
June 19, 2024 - US Airstrike Kills Senior ISIS Official In Syria. The airstrike killed Usamah Jamal Muhammad Ibrahim al-Janabi, a senior ISIS official and facilitator, according to U.S. Central Command. Read more
June 19, 2024 - Israel Strikes Hezbollah In Southern Lebanon, Says Lebanon Will Be Hit Hard. Israeli Defense Minister: "In a total war, Hezbollah will be destroyed and Lebanon will be hit hard". Read more
June 18, 2024 - US Destroys 9 Houthi Drones In And Near Yemen, Expects To Reopen Gazan Pier This Week. 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
June 17, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 4 Houthi Radars, 1 Unmanned Surface Vessel, 1 Drone. Additionally, the U.S. State Department designated Harakat Ansar Allah al-Awfiya (HAAA) and HAAA Secretary General Haydar Muzhir Ma’lak al-Sa’idi, as Specially Designated Global Terrorists. Read more
June 17, 2024 - Pentagon: Houthi Actions Threaten Regional Stability, Gaza Pier Towed Back To Ashdod, Amid Rough Seas (Full Report). Read more
June 16, 2024 - US Central Command Update On Merchant Vessel Tutor After Houthi Attacks. The attack caused severe flooding and damage to the engine room. One civilian mariner remains missing. Read more
June 16, 2024 - There has been an attack incident 40 nautical miles south of Al Mukha, Yemen. Multiple explosions reported to have occurred close to a vessel navigating the region. Read more
June 15, 2024 - Update On Merchant Vessel Verbena Hit By Houthi Missiles In Two Separate Attacks. Iranian frigate IRIN Jamaran was 8 nautical miles out from the merchant vessel Verbena when the distress calls were placed, but the Iranian vessel did not respond. Read more
June 15, 2024 - US Destroys Houthi Air, Surface Drones, Radar Systems. Update On Bulk Carrier Tutor, Overview Of Recent Houthi Attacks. The radar systems enabled Houthi forces to target maritime vessels in the region and presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels. Read more
June 14, 2024 - US Moves Temporary Gaza Pier To Ashdod, Israel Ahead Of Expected High Seas. "The decision to temporarily relocate the pier is not made lightly but is necessary to ensure the temporary pier can continue to deliver aid in the future". Read more
June 14, 2024 - Iran Installs New Centrifuges As Its Enriched Uranium Stockpile Continues To Grow. According to the IAEA, the amount of enriched uranium that Iran now possesses has reached 30 times more than was agreed upon in the 2015 nuclear deal framework. Read more
June 14, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Air Defense Sensor, 1 USV, 2 Patrol Boats, 1 Drone. Houthi Fires 2 Missiles Into Red Sea. Palauan flagged, Ukrainian-owned, Polish-operated bulk cargo carrier Merchant Vessel Verbena, which had previously been hit with Houthi missiles, was hit for the second time in 24 hours. Read more
June 13, 2024 - Houthi Strike On Merchant Vessel Verbena hit with multiple Houthi cruise missiles, USS Philippine Sea Evacuates Severely Injured Mariner. Read more
June 13, 2024 - Attack Reported Near Aden, Yemen. Houthi rebels also released a statement claiming to have attacked a "Tutor" merchant vessel in the Red Sea region previously reported on by U.S. Central Command. Read more
June 12, 2024 - US Forces Destroy Launchers, Drone. Houthis Launch 2 Missiles Into Red Sea. USV Strikes Merchant Vessel Recently Docked In Russia. The Liberian-flagged, Greek-owned and operated merchant vessel "Tutor" which was most recently docked in Russia was hit by one Houthi unmanned surface vessel (USV). Read more
June 12, 2024 - Vessel Hit In Stern By Small Craft Near Yemen, Taking On Water. The vessel was reported to be taking on water and not under the command of any crew. Read more
June 12, 2024 - US Destroys 2 Cruise Missile Launchers In Yemen. It was determined the launchers presented an imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces and to merchant vessels transiting the region. Read more
June 11, 2024 - IDF Reports Israeli Fighter Jets Intercepted Suspicious Aerial Target From East After Iraqi Militia Claimed It Attacked Israel. The Israeli military has previously referred to attacks originating from Iraq as “from the east”. Read more
June 10, 2024 - US: Innocents Were Killed In Israeli Rescue Operation In Gaza. White House says "innocent people were killed" after claims by the Hamas-run Gazan health ministry said 274 Palestinians were killed during the rescue and another 700 were wounded. Additionally, Hamas-led al-Qassam Brigades claimed 3 hostages were killed during the operation, one of which it said was an American citizen. Read more
June 10, 2024 - Houthis Launch 4 Missiles Into Gulf Of Aden Hitting Merchant Vessels, US Forces Destroy 1 UAS Drone, 2 Cruise Missiles, 1 Missile Launcher. Read more
June 9, 2024 - US Begins Withdrawal From Niger Amid Reports Iran Buying 300 Tons Of Uranium From Niger. French media reported that the uranium Tehran was negotiating to purchase from Niger belonged to the French company Orano. Read more
June 9, 2024 - Vessel In Gulf Of Aden Hit With Unknown Projectile Resulting In Fire, Updates On Four Hostages Rescued By The Israeli Military. Read more
June 7, 2024 - Hezbollah UAVs Cross Into Israel, Explode Near Afula. IDF: Terrorist Operating In UNRWA School Grounds Eliminated. The Israeli military reported eliminating Hamas operatives while they were planning attacks from inside United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) School Grounds. Read more
June 7, 2024 - Houthi Forces Launch 4 Missiles Toward Red Sea, US Forces Destroy 5 UAS, 2 Missiles In Yemen. Additionally, U.S. forces destroyed a Houthi patrol boat in the Red Sea. Read more
June 7, 2024 - Suspicious Small Craft Containing 6 Armed Persons Spotted Near Somalia. The small craft contained 6 armed persons who approached a distance of 1.5 nautical miles. Read more
June 7, 2024 - Houthis Unveil "Palestine" Missile Similar To Iranian Hypersonic "Fatah" Missile. The Houthi's Ansar Allah Media Office released a video showing the launch of the "Palestine" missile, which was shown being fired in the Gulf of Aqaba port of Eilat, in Israel. Read more
June 7, 2024 - US Forces successfully reestablished the temporary pier in Gaza, "enabling the continued delivery of much-needed humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza". Read more
June 7, 2024 - US/Coalition Destroys 11 Houthi USVs, 1 UAS. Houthis Launch 1 Missile From Yemen Into Red Sea. Additionally, the UKMTO reported an incident 27 nautical miles south of Al Mukha, Yemen where two explosions were reported near a vessel navigating the region. Read more
June 6, 2024 - Pentagon: Repairs On Gaza Pier Ongoing After Being Damaged By Rough Seas. Pier repairs are ongoing in the coastal city of Ashdod, U.S. Central Command could transport the pier back to Gaza and reattach it to the shoreline as early as next week. Read more
June 5, 2024 - Iran: Mossad Agent Arrested, Vows Revenge For Killing Of Military Advisor. Israel/Sweden: Iran Using Criminal Networks To Target Locations In Europe. In a rare statement Israel’s national intelligence agency, Mossad said that Iran is using local criminal networks to target Israeli targets, such as embassies located within Europe. Read more
June 5, 2024 - Gunman Fires Shots At US Embassy In Lebanon. One of the embassy's Lebanese security guards was lightly wounded during the attack. Read more
June 5, 2024 - Merchant Vessel Reports Significant Explosion Near Saudi Arabia. An inspection found no damage to the vessel, and the crew was safe after the attack. The ship is continuing to its next port of call. Read more
June 5, 2024 - Houthis Launch 2 Ballistic Missiles Into Red Sea. No injuries or damages were reported by U.S., coalition, or commercial vessels in the region. Read more
June 3, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi Drone Over Southern Red Sea. In the past 24 hours, U.S. forces conducted a self-defense engagement over the southern Red Sea, destroying one Iranian-backed Houthi uncrewed aerial system (UAS). Read more
June 2, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 4 Drones Launched From Yemen, 1 Houthi Drone Crashes Into Sea: U.S. forces destroyed 4 uncrewed (unmanned) aerial systems (UAS Drones), while 1 Houthi drone crashed into the Red Sea after being launched from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen. Read more
June 1, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 4 Drones Launched From Yemen, 1 Houthi Drone Crashes Into Sea - U.S. forces destroyed 4 uncrewed (unmanned) aerial systems (UAS Drones), while 1 Houthi drone crashed into the Red Sea after being launched from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen. Read more
May 30, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 8 Houthi Drones, Carry Out Joint Strikes Against 13 Houthi Targets in Yemen. The United States and Britain carried out strikes against 13 different Houthi targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen and over the Red Sea. Read more
May 29, 2024 - US Destroys 2 Launchers In Yemen, Houthis Launch 2 Ballistic Missiles Into Red Sea. U.S. Central Command: It was determined these missiles and systems presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
May 29, 2024 - US Central Command Statement: 5 Houthi Missiles Fired Into Red Sea, Greek-Owned Bulk Carrier Struck By 3 Missiles. U.S. Central Command: "Between 12:05 p.m. and 1:40 p.m. (Sanaa time) May 28, Iranian-backed Houthis launched five anti-ship ballistic missiles (ASBM) from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen into the Red Sea". Read more
May 28, 2024 - Merchant Vessel Hit With Missiles Near Al Hudaydah And Al Mukha, Yemen. Multiple incidents reported near Yemen: One vessel hit with missiles near Al Hudadah. Another missile attack was reported near Al Mukha. Read more
May 27, 2024 - US Forces Destroy 1 Houthi UAS Drone Over Red Sea. RED SEA - U.S. Forces destroyed 1 Houthi Uncrewed (Unmanned) Aerial System (UAS) over the Red Sea that was launched from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen. Read more
May 27, 2024 - U.S. forces destroyed 1 uncrewed (unmanned) aerial system (UAS) over the Red Sea that was launched from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen. The drone presented an "imminent threat" to merchant vessels in the region, according to U.S. Central Command. Read more
May 25, 2024 - Houthis Launch 2 Missiles Toward Red Sea, US Continues To Deliver Aid To Gaza Via Temporary Pier. There were no injuries or damage reported by U.S., coalition, or commercial ships as a result of the missile launches into the Red Sea. Read more
May 25, 2024 - U.S. forces "successfully engaged" one land-attack cruise missile (LACM) located within a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen on May 23rd, 2024. Read more
May 24, 2024 - Houthi Fires 2 Ballistic Missiles Into Red Sea, Additional Information On Boarding Near Somalia. An additional incident report has been released on the vessel that was boarded near Somalia on May 23rd. Read more
May 24, 2024 - Pentagon: Over 1 Million Pounds of Humanitarian Aid Transported Into Gaza Via Temporary Pier. Israel: Hamas Fired At Kerem Shalom Humanitarian Crossing, more information on aid to the Strip: Read more
May 24, 2024 - Pentagon: Over 1 Million Pounds of Humanitarian Aid Transported Into Gaza Via Temporary Pier. Israel: Hamas Fired At Kerem Shalom Humanitarian Crossing, more information on aid to the Strip: Read more
May 23, 2024 - Missile Fired At Merchant Vessel Near Yemen, Another Boarded Near Somalia. One missile was reported to have been fired at a merchant vessel near Yemen. Another merchant vessel was boarded near Somalia. Read more
May 22, 2024 - US Engages Four UAS Drones In Houthi-Backed Areas Of Yemen. It was determined these systems presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
May 21, 2024 - 569 Metric Tons Of Humanitarian Aid Delivered Across Temporary Gaza Pier. The United States, United Kingdom, UAE, European Union, and many other partners have donated humanitarian assistance. Read more
May 20, 2024 - US Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin regarding the crash that killed the Iranian President and officials: "The United States had no part to play in that crash". Read more
May 20, 2024 - US Rejects ICC application for arrest warrants for Israeli officials, says equivalence of Israel and Hamas by the ICC is “Shameful”. Read more
May 20, 2024 - Iranian President Dies In Helicopter Crash, ICC Apply For Arrest Warrant For Israeli And Hamas Leaders Over War In Gaza. The International Criminal Court (ICC) has applied for arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, as well as Hamas leader and officials. Read more
May 19, 2024 - Houthi Launched 1 Missile From Yemen Over Gulf Of Aden. There were no injuries or damages reported by U.S., coalition, or merchant vessels as a result of the launch. Read more
May 19, 2024 - 2 Gaza Aid Crossings Opened, Aid Flowing Into Strip. COGAT: The Erez East and Erez West interchangeable crossings maintain operational flexibility and the flow of humanitarian aid. Read more
May 18, 2024 - Houthi Missile Hits Panamanian-Flagged, Greek-Owned Oil Tanker "Wind" Recently Docked In Russia, Bound For China. The impact of the anti-ship ballistic missile caused flooding in the vessel which resulted in the loss of both propulsion and steering. Read more
May 18, 2024 - Vessel Struck By "Unknown Object" Near Al Hudaydah, Yemen. The vessel that was struck is reported to be safe and is continuing onto its next port of call. Read more
May 17, 2024 - Aid Begins To Flow Across Temporary Gaza Pier, US Announces $1 Billion Arms Package To Israel. Israeli Defense Minister: Operation will continue and intensify as additional forces will enter Rafah. Several tunnels in the area have been destroyed by our troops. Read more
May 17, 2024 - Yemen Armed Forces Claim To Have Shot Down American MQ-9 Drone. The Yemen Armed Forces have repeatedly made claims that were later refuted by the United States. Read more
May 17, 2024 - Loaded Rocket Launchers Located In Rafah, Sirens Sounding In Northern Israel, IDF Targets 60 Hamas Infrastructure Locations. Read more
May 16, 2024 - Floating Pier Connected Successfully To Gaza, Trucks To Begin Entering In Upcoming Days. COGAT: The floating pier for bringing humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip was successfully connected; In the upcoming days, trucks will begin entering. Read more
May 16, 2024 - Yemeni Armed Forces Claim Attack On "Mason" And "Destiny" CENTCOM Says Missile Was Intercepted, Destiny Not Attacked. A statement by US Central Command said that although Mason was targeted, it intercepted the missile and found no evidence that Destiny was attacked. Read more
May 16, 2024 - Israeli Military: Around 40 Hezbollah Launches From Lebanon Toward Golan Heights. "Throughout the day, numerous launches were fired toward several locations in northern Israel. The IDF struck the sources of the fire". Read more
May 16, 2024 - US Anchors Temporary Pier To Gaza Beach. According to the US military, "no American military personnel physically entered Gaza during the operation". Read more
May 16, 2024 - Sirens Sounding In Northern Israel: Recent Alerts. The IDF reported that one launch was not intercepted and resulted in damage to a structure within Sderot. Read more
May 16, 2024 - US Destroys 4 UAS Drones In Houthi-Controlled Areas Of Yemen. It was determined these systems presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
May 15, 2024 - Yemeni Armed Forces Claim Attack On "Mason" And "Destiny" Vessels In Red Sea. Although there hasn’t been a recent attack reported on the USS Mason, there was an attack that happened two days ago, on May 13th involving the destroyer. Read more
May 15, 2024 - Rocket sirens are sounding in Northern Israel after the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported the killing of a commander of the Hezbollah terrorist organization in southern Lebanon overnight. Read more
May 14, 2024 - US Destroys 2 UAS In Yemen, 1 Missile Launched By Houthi Forces Over Red Sea. On May 13th the United States intercepted and destroyed 2 uncrewed (unmanned) aerial systems (UAS) and 1 anti-ship ballistic missile determined to be an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region. Read more
May 14, 2024 - US: We Will Not Allow Iran To Obtain Nuclear Weapon, We See No Efforts By Iran To Do So. Iranian lawmaker: Iran has already obtained nuclear weapons, "but do not announce it". Read more
May 13, 2024 - CENTCOM Commander Visits Israel, Erez Humanitarian Aid Crossing Opened For First Time. According to the Israel Defense Forces and COGAT, the ‘Western Erez’ humanitarian aid crossing was opened in northern Gaza for the first time. Read more
May 13, 2024 - Iranian Lawmaker Says He Believes Iran Already Has Nuclear Weapons But Does Not Announce It. The IAEA announced earlier this year that Iran had obtained enough enriched uranium to make "several" nuclear bombs if Iran chose to build them. Read more
May 12, 2024 - US Destroys 3 UAS Over Red Sea After Houthis Launched 1 UAS Over Gulf Of Aden From Yemen. U.S. Central Command reported that there were no injuries are damages reported as a result of the attack or UAS interceptions. Read more
May 11, 2024 - Netanyahu Says Israel Will Fight Hamas Even If It Stands Alone After US Stops Weapons Shipments. Netanyahu: "If we need to stand alone, we will stand alone.I have said that if necessary – we will fight with our fingernails". Read more
May 11, 2024 - IDF Calls On Residents, Displaced People In Northern Gaza To Immediately Go To Shelters West Of Gaza City. The IDF issued a statement telling residents in specified locations within northern Gaza to "go immediately to the shelters in the west of Gaza City". Read more
May 10, 2024 - US Completes 2 Floating Piers For Gaza Aid, Yet To Be Deployed. The Construction of the Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore, or JLOTS, system on the Mediterranean Sea was completed on Tuesday, according to the Pentagon. Read more
May 9, 2024 - US, Jordan Carry Out Humanitarian Airdrops Into Northern Gaza, CENTCOM Commander Visits Pakistan Regarding Counter-Terrorism Efforts. U.S. Air Force C-130 aircraft which dropped over 25,300 Meals Ready to Eat (MREs), and over 6,000 pounds of food from Jordanian supplies. Read more
May 9, 2024 - Israel Shot Down Iranian Drone In Syria, Israel Carries Out "Dialed Back" Offensive On Rafah. Israeli media reported that the military carried out a “larger but dialed back” operation in eastern Rafah so as not to jeopardize future hostage deal talks with the Hamas. Read more
May 8, 2024 - Following the closure of Kerem Shalom crossing due to rocket fire by Hamas, the crossing is now open for the entry of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip. Read more
May 8, 2024 - Houthis Launch 3 Drones, 1 Missile Over Gulf Of Aden, CENTCOM Commander Visits Egypt, Native Fury 24 Begins. A coalition vessel intercepted one drone, US Central Command intercepted the second, and the third crashed into the Gulf of Aden. Read more
May 8, 2024 - US, Jordan Carry Out Aid Airdrop Into Northern Gaza, US Continues Work On Temporary Gaza Pier After Pause. COGAT also reported that the Hamas has again launched 4 mortars at Kerem Shalom humanitarian aid crossing. Read more
May 7, 2024 - 2 Explosions Near Aden, Yemen In Close Proximity To Merchant Vessel. YEMEN - A vessel reported two explosions 82 nautical miles south of Aden, Yemen. The explosions were reported in close proximity to a merchant vessel. Read more
May 6, 2024 - Israeli Military Targets Hamas In Rafah, Southern Gaza. Israeli military: "IDF forces are now attacking and operating against the targets of the terrorist organization Hamas in a targeted manner in Mizrah Rafah". Read more
May 6, 2024 - Hamas Accepts Ceasefire Agreement, No Indication Israel Has Accepted The Terms Agreed Upon. There has not yet been any word from Israel about the deal, nor any indications that the terms are in any way acceptable to Jerusalem. Read more
May 6, 2024 - Israeli Military Calls On Gazans In Rafah To Go To Expanded Humanitarian Area Ahead Of Planned Offensive. IDF: Flyers were dropped calling on the residents of eastern Rafah to evacuate temporarily toward the expanded humanitarian area. Read more
May 6, 2024 - Israel Strikes Rafah After Hamas Fired Rockets Toward Humanitarian Aid Crossing Near Hospital Killing 3 Soldiers. Hamas says the crossing was not their intended target, the Israeli military confirms it was not likely the target. Read more
May 5, 2024 - US Carries Out Airdrops Into Northern Gaza, COGAT Releases April Humanitarian Aid Report. COGAT: Hamas shot mortars at the corridor for humanitarian purposes, disrupted aid from traveling from southern to northern Gaza. Read more
May 3, 2024 - Unverified: Reports US Base Attacked In Omar Oil Field In Eastern Syria. IRNA and Russian state-run news agency Sputnik are reporting that seven missiles hit the U.S. base in the Omar oil field in eastern Syria on Friday night. Read more
May 3, 2024 - No Maritime Security Alerts Issued May 2-3rd, 2024. United Kingdom Maritime Trade operations (UKMTO): No maritime security alerts during the reporting period of May 2nd to May 3rd, 2024. Read more
May 3, 2024 - Construction Of Floating Pier Near Gaza Temporarily Halted Due To Forecasted High Winds, Swells. Forecasted high winds and high sea swells caused unsafe conditions for Soldiers working on the surface of the partially constructed pier. Read more
May 2, 2024 - US State Department List Of Level 4: Do Not Travel Advisories and latest list of recent global travel advisories: Read more
May 2, 2024 - Israeli Foreign Ministry, COGAT On Aid To Gaza: January - May, 2024 Summary. COGAT: "We are working on a plan to strengthen the health system in the Gaza Strip along with our partners in the international community". Read more
May 2, 2024 - Israeli Military Targets Hezbollah Military Compound In Southern Lebanon. IDF: Three of the four launches by the Hezbollah terrorist organization toward Israel were intercepted. Read more
May 1, 2024 - Colombian President Announces The Country Is Breaking Ties With Israel Over War In Gaza. Colombian President Gustavo Petro said Wednesday he is cutting diplomatic relations with Israel over its war with Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Read more
May 1, 2024 - Israeli Military Announces Opening Of Gaza Erez Crossing, Updates On New Pier Being Built. The Erez Crossing located in the northern part of Gaza has been closed since it was destroyed by the Hamas terrorist organization on October 7th of last year. Read more
May 1, 2024 - US Engages USV, Drone From Yemen, Carries Out Humanitarian Aid Airdrops With Jordan Into Gaza. According to initial reports, a Houthi attack on the MV Cyclades resulted in no injuries and the vessel continued on its way. Read more
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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 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. 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 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. 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 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 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 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 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 - 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 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 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 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 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 1, 2024 - North Korea Says It Fired New Missile Capable Of Carrying 4.5 Ton "Super Large" Warhead, US Tests Hypersonic Missile. Read more
June 30, 2024 - North Korea Fires 2 Ballistic Missiles Eastward - North Korea had warned of countermeasures against a joint military exercise between the United States, Japan, and South Korea. Read more
June 27, 2024 - 35 Chinese Military Aircraft, 7 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan. The number of military aircraft and naval forces spotted around the island remains highly elevated. Read more
June 26, 2024 - Chinese Military Presence Around Taiwan Continues To Be Heightened As China Vows To Hunt Down "Diehard" Independence Supporters. China has recently said that it would begin tracking down and punishing "diehard" independence supporters wherever they are located. Read more
June 25, 2024 - North Korea Launches Ballistic Missile Toward East Sea, Hundreds Of Trash-Filled Balloons. North Korea is estimated to have launched a total of around 2,000 trash and feces-filled balloons toward South Korea since May 28th. Read more
June 24, 2024 - 23 Chinese Military Aircraft, 7 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan June 24th, 2024. The number of military aircraft and PLAN vessels spotted today remains heightened, and included fighter aircraft, drones, and at least two helicopters. Read more
June 22, 2024 - 41 Chinese Military Aircraft, 7 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan June 22nd, 2024. The number of military aircraft spotted today is greatly heightened, even higher than yesterday's 36 military aircraft spotted around the island. Read more
June 21, 2024 - North Korean Soldiers Cross Into South Korea For Third Time In 3 Weeks, Tensions Heat Up Over Propaganda Balloons: The South Korean military fired warning shots, as they did during the previous recent intrusions by North Korean soldiers causing the North Korean troops to retreat to their side of the border. Read more
June 21, 2024 - South Korea Considers Providing Ukraine With Weapons. Putin Says It Would Be "A Big Mistake". Russia and North Korea has signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement, with each country pledging mutual assistance in the event of an attack on either country. Read more
June 21, 2024 - 36 Chinese Military Aircraft, 7 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan June 21st, 2024. The number of Chinese military aircraft spotted around the island of Taiwan today is highly elevated. Read more
June 20, 2024 - Philippines: Chinese Coast Guard Attacked Philippine Armed Forces RHIB Vessel. Philippine Armed Forces: The CCG also deployed tear gas, intensifying the chaos and confusion, while continuously blaring sirens to further disrupt communication. Read more
June 19, 2024 - Russia, North Korea Agree To Defend One Another In The Event Of Aggression From Another Country. The two countries signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement, with each country pledging mutual assistance in the event of an attack on either country. Read more
June 18, 2024 - South Korea Fires Warning Shots At North Korean Soldiers, Putin To Visit Pyongyang. South Korean military: "These activities appear to be measures to strengthen internal control of the North Korean military and residents and fend off their attempts to cross the border". Read more
June 17, 2024 - The Philippines builds anti-ship missile base overlooking the South China Sea, Philippine and Chinese vessels collide. The Philippines and China have accused one another of carrying out dangerous maneuvers in the South China Sea, including the Second Thomas Shoal. Read more
June 13, 2024 - According to Taiwan's Ministry of Defense 23 Chinese military aircraft and 7 PLA Navy (PLAN) vessels were spotted operating around the island of Taiwan. The number of Chinese military aircraft operating around the island remains elevated. Read more
June 11, 2024 - South Korean soldiers fired warning shots after armed North Korean soldiers crossed over the country's heavily fortified southern Military Demarcation Line (MDL) carrying construction equipment. Read more
June 11, 2024 - 11 Chinese military aircraft and 8 PLA Navy (PLAN) vessels were spotted operating around the island of Taiwan. The number of military aircraft and PLAN vessels operating around the island remains elevated. Read more
June 10, 2024 - US Military Leader Now Says China Likely Wants To Overwhelm Taiwan Quickly With Massive Attack, Calls For Plan To Flood Region With Drones. In 2022 the Pentagon said that Chinese President Xi Jinping had set 2027 as the timeline for an invasion of the island of Taiwan. Read more
June 9, 2024 - Tensions Escalate Between North And South Korea, US Worried About Increase In Nuclear Threats, Cooperation Between Adversaries. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said that the United States is worried about the rising nuclear threat, including the increase in cooperation between Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran. Read more
June 5, 2024 - US Holds Joint Bombing Drills In South Korea For First Time In 7 Years. The last such bomber drill by the United States within South Korea was 7 years ago, in 2017, and is being held amid heightened tensions between North and South Korea. Read more
June 5, 2024 - 26 Chinese Military Aircraft, 10 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan. The number of Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels around the island remains highly elevated. Read more
June 4, 2024 - China Accuses Philippines Of Pointing Guns At Chinese Coast Guard, Philippines Denies Accusations, Says China Seized Philippine Supplies. Philippines: "Chinese have no authority or right to confiscate the [Philippine] supply packages". Read more
June 4, 2024 - 42 Chinese Military Aircraft Spotted Around Taiwan, Japan Reports Scrambling Jets In Response To "Violation Of Airspace". Japan reported multiple airspace violations. Read more
June 3, 2024 - North Korea Says It Sent 3,500 Balloons Into South Korea. North Korea says it will stop sending balloons into South Korea, but that if the South continues to scatter anti-Pyongyang leaflets, North Korea will respond with "a hundred times the amount". Read more
June 2, 2024 - North Korea Sends Another 600 Trash Balloons Into South Korea, Seoul To Resume Blaring Propaganda Over Border With Loudspeakers. North Korea Warns Against US Reconnaissance Aircraft Launched From Japan. Read more
May 31, 2024 - North Korea Reports Firing Off 18 Missiles After South Korea, Japan Report Launches. 18 different ballistic missiles were fired at once, which North Korea said shows that the country, “will not hesitate to carry out a preemptive attack by invoking the right to self-defense”. Read more
May 30, 2024 - 38 Chinese Military Aircraft, 7 PLAN Vessels, 4 CCG Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan May 30th, 2024. The number of Chinese military aircraft and naval, Coast Guard forces spotted around the island remains highly elevated. Read more
May 29, 2024 - North Korea Launches More Than 12 Suspected Ballistic Missiles Into Sea. Update: South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff reported that it had detected more than 12 suspected short-range ballistic missiles launched near the North Korean capital of Pyongyang toward the sea. Read more
May 29, 2024 - North Korea Launches Ballistic Missile. Japanese Prime Minister's Office: North Korea has launched ballistic missile. Instructions issued on the launch. Read more
May 29, 2024 - In a tit-for-tat move, North Korea has flown over 260 balloons filled with trash and manure over its border with South Korea. Read more
May 28, 2024 - Attempt To Put Second Reconnaissance Satellite Into Orbit By North Korea Ends In Failure. The failed rocket is an attempt by North Korea to put a second reconnaissance satellite into orbit around the Earth. Read more
May 27, 2024 - 21 Chinese Military Aircraft, 11 PLAN Vessels, 4 CCG Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan May 27th, 2024. The number of military aircraft and vessels operating around the island remains highly elevated. Read more
May 26, 2024 - According to Taiwan's Ministry of Defense 7 Chinese Military Aircraft, 14 PLA Navy (PLAN) vessels, and 4 Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessels were spotted around the island of Taiwan on May 26th, 2024. The number of Chinese vessels around the island remain elevated despite Chinese drills around the island ended. Read more
May 26, 2024 - North Korea Accuses US, South Korea Of Flying Reconnaissance Aircraft, Dropping Leaflets, Promises "Tit-For-Tat Action". North Korea: The United States and South Korea is using “various spy means” and intensifying '“hostile air espionage” against Pyongyang. Read more
May 25, 2024 - The number of military aircraft and naval forces spotted around Taiwan remains unprecedented as tensions in the region escalate, and as China carries out “Joint Sword-2024A” drills around the island. Read more
May 25, 2024 - US Forces Stand Ready And Postured As China Says It's Being Provoked By "Taiwan Independence" And Will Continue Actions Until "Reunification". China announces "countermeasures" against US defense corporations and individuals. US calls for Taiwan to participate in UN World Health Assembly meetings despite Beijing's objections. Read more
May 24, 2024 - 49 Chinese Aircraft, 19 PLAN Vessels, 7 Coast Guard Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan May 24th, 2024. Taiwan said it's "Tightly monitoring" the Chinese forces in the region as Chinese Forces carry out “Joint Li Chien-2024A” drills around the island for the second day. Read more
May 23, 2024 - 49 Chinese Military Aircraft Spotted Around Taiwan On May 23rd, 2024 As China Carries Out "Joint Li Chien-2024A" Drills. Taiwan's MOD released a statement condemning the drills as jeopardizing regional peace and security, and said that they stand ready. Read more
May 23, 2024 - China Holds Military Drills Around Taiwan As "Stern Warning" Against Outside Interference. State-run media said the purpose of the drills is to serve as "strong punishment" for outside interference. Read more
May 21, 2024 - China: Inauguration Speech By New Taiwanese President "Confession Of Taiwan Independence", Beijing Must Take "Countermeasures". Head of Indo-Pacific Command: The Chinese President has told the military to be prepared to execute an attack on Taiwan by 2027. Read more
May 18, 2024 - The number of Chinese military aircraft spotted around the island continues to be highly elevated as the May 20th Taiwanese Presidential inauguration approaches. Read more
May 17, 2024 - North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles (SRBM) off its eastern coast toward the East Sea (Sea of Japan) on Friday, according to the South Korean military. Read more
May 16, 2024 - 27 Chinese Military Aircraft, 7 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan April 16th, 2024. The number of Chinese military aircraft and naval vessels spotted around the island continues to be highly elevated as Taiwanese Presidential inauguration approaches. Read more
May 15, 2024 - Chinese Air, Naval Forces Edge Closer To Taiwan As Presidential Inauguration Approaches. Taiwanese authorities are currently tracking an increase in patrols by the Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) near Kinmen island located near China's mainland. Read more
May 15, 2024 - 45 Chinese Military Aircraft, 6 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan On May 15th, 2024. The number of military aircraft spotted around the island today is greatly elevated. Read more
May 12, 2024 - 11 Chinese Military Aircraft, 8 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan May 12th, 2024 As Taiwan Carries Out Live-Fire Drills using laser guided weaponry and bombs. Yesterday 15 Chinese military aircraft and 6 PLAN vessels were also spotted around the island of Taiwan. Read more
May 9, 2024 - May 9th: 23 Chinese Military Aircraft, 5 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan. May 8th: US 7th Fleet Destroyer Transits Taiwan Strait. Read more
May 3, 2024 - 26 Chinese Military Aircraft, 5 PLAN Vessels Spotted Around Taiwan May 3rd, 2024. Of the Chinese military aircraft spotted there were fighter aircraft, 17 of which in total crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait. Read more
May 2, 2024 - US State Department List Of Level 4: Do Not Travel Advisories and latest list of recent global travel advisories: Read more
May 2, 2024 - South Korea Raises Terrorism Alert Level Amidst Threats By North Korea. South Korea raised their terror watch alert status to the second-highest level due to a “high possibility of a terrorist attack," by North Korea against South Korean officials. Read more
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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 3, 2024 - BRICS Looks To Expand, De-Dollarize, De-weaponize Western Sanctions. Dollar Remains Strong. 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
June 25, 2024 - Rioters In Kenya Break Into Parliament, Set It On Fire. The riots took place, along with calls for President William Ruto to leave office after a new bill was passed by lawmakers proposing tax hikes. Read more
June 9, 2024 - US Begins Withdrawal From Niger Amid Reports Iran Buying 300 Tons Of Uranium From Niger. French media reported that the uranium Tehran was negotiating to purchase from Niger belonged to the French company Orano. Read more
May 31, 2024 - U.S. Forces conduct strike targeting ISIS - In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike in Somalia targeting ISIS militants. Read more
May 4, 2024 - US Condemns Attack on an Internally Displaced Persons Camp in the Democratic Republic of the Congo that caused the deaths of at least 9 and wounding 33 others. Read more
May 3, 2024 - Russian Troops Move Into Air Base Housing US Forces, Whistleblower: US Not Heeding Call To Leave Country. According to the Pentagon, the Russian soldiers are located in a compound separate from U.S. forces and have no access to U.S. military equipment. Read more
May 2, 2024 - US State Department List Of Level 4: Do Not Travel Advisories and latest list of recent global travel advisories: Read more
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