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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 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

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 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 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 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

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 - 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 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 - 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 - 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 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 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 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 17, 2024 - Mexico: 1.39 Million People From Nearly Every Country In The World Traveling To Mexico To Get Into The US Illegally. Nearly every country in the world has had citizens travel through Mexico attempting to get into the United States illegally without papers. 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 - Federal Reserve To Maintain Interest Rate. No Changes For The Time Being. FOMC Statement: "Inflation has eased over the past year but remains elevated. In recent months, there has been modest further progress toward the Committee's 2 percent inflation objective". 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 - 8 suspected ISIS terrorists were arrested in multiple states within the U.S. after crossing the southern border and initially being released into the United States. 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 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 - US Carries Out Minuteman III ICBM Test To Demonstrate Nuclear Deterrent, Reassure Allies. "This test launch is part of routine and periodic activities intended to demonstrate that the United States’ nuclear deterrent is safe, secure, reliable, and effective to deter 21st-century threats". 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 - Capitol Police Responded To Suspicious Package Containing Blood. Capitol Police: "This morning, we responded to the 300 block of First Street, SE, for the report of a suspicious package". 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 20, 2024 - Increase Of Cyberattacks On Critical US Water Infrastructure. Every Critical Infrastructure Sector Targeted. Cyberattacks against critical water infrastructure have become not only more frequent but have also increased in severity. Read more

May 12, 2024 - Californian Mayor: Chinese Nationals Using Mexican IDs Crossing Over Southern Border Into US. Mayor of El Cajon, California Bill Wells said, "I talked to the border patrol guys, they're all ready to quit. They say it's just insanely out of control". 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. Read more

May 3, 2024 - NORAD reported 4 Russian military aircraft operating in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) on May 2nd, 2024. 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 - DARPA Announces Successful In-Water Testing Of Manta Ray UUV. A second Manta Ray performer, PacMar Technologies, is continuing testing of its full-scale energy harvesting system this year. Read more

May 1, 2024 - Fordham University in New York City requested assistance to disperse an unlawful encampment of individuals inside one of their buildings. Read more

May 1, 2024 - Federal Reserve: Inflation Remains Elevated. Interest Rates To Stay At 23-Year High. The Federal Reserve hopes to fight the current upward trend of price increases for goods by maintaining interest rates at the 23-year high for now. 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

May 27, 2024 - Internet Archive Hit With DDoS Cyberattack. The Internet Archive has come under a distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack, according to the archive, which reported services are back online. 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 - 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

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 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 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 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 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 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 - 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 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 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 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 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 issue a Notice To Airmen (NOTAM). Egypt alert for Iranian airspace: 0100-0400 UTC on August 8th, 2024 due to "military exercises". UK for Beirut, Lebanon airspace is in effect until November 4th, and is "due to a potential risk of aviation from military activity". Read more

August 7, 2024 - Iran's Retaliation For Tehran Assassination May Be Carried Out Later In The Week, US Addresses Attack On Base Housing US Troops In Iraq. Iran's air defense system in the eastern part of the country has received new radars and missile interceptors. 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, 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, 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 Carries Out Targeted Strike In Beirut. LEBANON - 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 - 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 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 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 - 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 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. 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 - 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 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 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

August 31, 2024 - 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

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 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 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

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 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 - 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 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 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

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

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 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 17, 2024 - Pentagon: Houthi Actions Threaten Regional Stability, Gaza Pier Towed Back To Ashdod, Amid Rough Seas (Full Report). 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 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 - 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 - 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 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 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 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. 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

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

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 2, 2024 - US State Department List Of Level 4: Do Not Travel Advisories and latest list of recent global travel advisories: Read more

August 23, 2024 - Ukraine: Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant On Verge Of Blackout. Russia: Rostov NPP Power Unit In Russia 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 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 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 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 - 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 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". 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 - 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 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 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

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. 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

May 2, 2024 - US State Department List Of Level 4: Do Not Travel Advisories and latest list of recent global travel advisories: 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

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 27, 2024 - Russian Satellite Breaks Up In Low-Earth Orbit Resulting In Over 100 Pieces Of Space Debris. USSPACECOM has observed no immediate threats and is continuing to conduct routine conjunction assessments to support the safety and sustainability of the space domain. 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

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 19, 2024 - Condition Currently: Relatively Calm. NASA: This week's space weather report includes: 52 M-class flares 9(!) X-class flares, 45 coronal mass ejections, 4(!) geomagnetic storms. Video: This Week's Solar Activity: Read more

May 11, 2024 - Sun Emits Numerous Strong X-Class Flares. One X5.4 solar flare erupted in the last few hours, according to the Space Weather Prediction Center. 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

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 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 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 - 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

June 26, 2024 - Attempted Coup In Bolivia Ended In Failure. Bolivian officials and the Minister of the Bolivian Presidency María Nela Prada have called it an "attempted coup d’etat". Read more

June 12, 2024 - 8 suspected ISIS terrorists were arrested in multiple states within the U.S. after crossing the southern border and initially being released into the United States. 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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