INTEL ARCHIVE

Trump:

Trump: Now that people are able to see it up close, they are reporting pure VANDALISM at The Reflecting Pool. Thank you Andrew Leyden for your observation! The material was cut right where the video tape showed, for 300 feet or more. People were on their knees with their hands in the water at the exact location of the “slashes.” Additionally, there were witnesses to the VANDALISM, and the flexible areas of the material were cut with a knife. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro should re-visit h

🇵🇰 Pakistan·Middle East Eye·8 days ago

HIGHNaval

Turkey says new defence pact aligns with Nato commitments

Turkey says new defence pact aligns with Nato commitments Turkey said on Friday that its new defence agreement with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia did not contradict its commitments to the Nato alliance. "The agreement is not in contradiction with the commitments of Turkey's existing international alliances, including those at the heart of NATO," the government's anti-disinformation service said in a post on X. In fact, it was an additional mechanism for cooperation that supported regional security,

🌍 Global·Guardian World·8 days ago

US police officer accused of killing three people in Mexico arrested at border

Chad Eberle of Texas charged over deadly shooting in Saltillo that officials say stemmed from custody dispute A Texas police officer has been arrested in Mexico after authorities there accused him of killing three people and critically injuring the mother of his child in what investigators say stemmed from a dispute over the custody of the minor. The Coahuila attorney general’s office said 35-year-old Chad Eberle was arrested on Wednesday at the border on a warrant accusing him of femicide and q

🇺🇦 Ukraine·TASS·8 days ago

West’s first hybrid war involving Ukraine took place in 2008 in South Ossetia — politician

Eduard Kokoity separately said that NATO countries were turning Georgia into the most militarized state in the post-Soviet space

🕌 Middle East·X/@osint613·8 days ago

CENTCOM reports blockade ops: 51 vessels redirected, 2 disabled, 2 boarded

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM): "A U.S. sailor stands watch in the combat information center aboard USS Mason (DDG 87) as the guided-missile destroyer sails in regional waters supporting the U.S. blockade against Iranian ports and coastal areas. As of Aug. 7, CENTCOM forces have redirected 51 commercial vessels, disabled 2, and boarded 2 to ensure compliance."

🌍 Global·X/@visionergeo·8 days ago

U.S. Senate passes Graham-Blumenthal sanctions bill 86-11 against Russia, Iran

🚨🇺🇸💪 The U.S. Senate has overwhelmingly approved one of the toughest sanctions packages yet against Russia and Iran. The legislation now moves back to the House of Representatives for further consideration. The Graham-Blumenthal sanctions bill passed the U.S. Senate by a vote of 86-11, paving the way for a new round of economic pressure targeting Russia, Iran, and countries that continue doing business with Moscow's energy sector. The bill includes: ▪️ 100% secondary tariffs on countries

🌍 Global·South China Morning Post·8 days ago

Trump pick Todd Blanche clears major hurdle in bid to become US attorney general

Republican Senator Bill Cassidy said on Friday he would back Todd Blanche for attorney general, clearing a path for Donald Trump’s nominee after weeks of scrutiny over the Justice Department’s independence from the White House. Cassidy emerged as the probable deciding vote after Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski of ‌Alaska said she would oppose Blanche for the top US law enforcement job, leaving the nomination on the brink. Cassidy’s support for Blanche capped one of the most contentious cabinet

MEDIUMESCALATION

4 China Coast Guard vessels entered Kinmen waters Aug 5, blocked by Taiwan CGA

Four China Coast Guard vessels—CCG 14609, 14530, 14606, and 14533—entered Kinmen’s restricted waters from south of Lieyu earlier this week on Aug. 5, sailing in a single-file formation. Taiwan’s Coast Guard Administration deployed patrol boats for one-to-one monitoring, issued Chinese and English-language warnings, and conducted close-in blocking operations. All four CCG vessels exited the restricted waters by 17:09. The CGA described the patrol as gray-zone coercion conducted under the guise o

🌏 Asia·X/@taiwanmonitor·8 days ago

MEDIUMESCALATION

Zelensky visits Serbia amid Ukraine-Russia conflict tensions

Ukraine’s Zelensky makes first visit to Russia-friendly Serbia. https://t.co/4KHrDFJdW8

🌏 Asia·X/@scmpnews·8 days ago

HIGHAerial

Russian drone attack hits Kherson hospital, injuring four female medical workers

Russian troops attacked the grounds of a hospital in Kherson with a drone; four female medical workers were injured in the strike.

🇷🇺 Russia·Ukrinform·8 days ago

🇵🇰 Pakistan·NDTV World·8 days ago

Turkey Says New Defence Pact Does Not Contradict NATO Commitments

Turkey said on Friday that its new defence agreement with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia did not contradict its commitments to the NATO alliance.

🇾🇪 Yemen·NY Times World·8 days ago

Houthis Claim Attack on Yemeni Military Camp

Recent escalating tensions between the Iran-backed group and the Yemeni government have prompted fears that a truce in place since 2022 is nearing collapse.

HIGHAerial

Russian embassy says anti-Russian hysteria restarts in Germany as drone found in airport

The embassy says that statements about "an act of war against Germany and NATO and the need for Berlin to take retaliatory measures" have started to appear after the incident

🇷🇺 Russia·TASS·8 days ago

U.S. intelligence believes an explosive drone discovered near a Ukrainian cargo plane at Germany’s Leipzig/Halle Airport was likely linked to the Russian government.

U.S. intelligence believes an explosive drone discovered near a Ukrainian cargo plane at Germany’s Leipzig/Halle Airport was likely linked to the Russian government. The incident, which forced the airport to shut down overnight, comes as new U.S. intelligence warns that Russia may test NATO’s resolve through limited attacks or other provocations in the coming years. Source: WSJ

The Trump administration will provide more than $2 billion to battery and critical-mineral companies to reduce U.S. dependence on China and strengthen domestic supply chains.

The Trump administration will provide more than $2 billion to battery and critical-mineral companies to reduce U.S. dependence on China and strengthen domestic supply chains. Source: WSJ

🇺🇦 Ukraine·South China Morning Post·8 days ago

Ukraine’s Zelensky makes first visit to Russia-friendly Serbia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived on Friday for his first official visit to Serbia, one of the few European countries that have maintained friendly relations with Russia despite its invasion of Ukraine. Zelensky confirmed the arrival on Friday on his official Telegram channel. The office of Serbia’s populist President Aleksandar Vucic had previously announced the visit late on Thursday. “Important talks are scheduled for today and tomorrow,” Zelensky said. He added that he will meet

🌍 Africa·X/@sudantribune_en·8 days ago

Sudan's Democratic Bloc proposes U.S.-mediated ceasefire & dialogue roadmap

Sudan's Democratic Bloc has presented a political roadmap centred on intra-Sudanese dialogue alongside a proposed U.S.-mediated ceasefire to end the war, its spokesperson said. The coalition called for inclusive talks while excluding groups responsible for civilian abuses. https://t.co/jzKFYCNIMt #Sudan #Khartoum #SudanPeace

🕌 Middle East·X/@osint613·8 days ago

Russian intelligence-linked explosive drone found at German airport

US intelligence links the explosive-laden drone found at Germany's Leipzig/Halle Airport to Russian intelligence. It carried military-grade explosives. - US official to CNN

HIGHNaval

US official: We expect a deal soon between Iran and Oman on Strait of Hormuz

WASHINGTON, Aug 7 (Reuters) - Progress is being made between Iran and Oman on the Strait of Hormuz and "we expect a deal soon," a U.S. official told Reuters on Friday. Once a deal is announced to restore commercial shipping without impediments, the United States will lift its blockade of Iranian ports, the official said. "There is progress between Oman and Iran on the Strait, and we expect a deal soon," the official said. "Once the deal is announced to restore commercial shipping without impedim

🇮🇷 Iran·Al Monitor·8 days ago

🇮🇱 Israel·Foreign Policy·8 days ago

The Middle East Tries Its Hand at a NATO-Style Pact

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey pledge mutual defense in the face of aggressive Iranian and Israeli operations.

Trump:

Trump: China sells us wind turbines, but they don't use them. They have one that is big. It doesn't work. It's just for purposes of show. They are very smart.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian:

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: I will not resign, I will stand firm. We are servants of the people; we are at the service of the people. In these two years, let them search and see if we have done anything for ourselves, our relatives, or our associates.

🌍 Global·X/@warmonitor3·8 days ago

CRITICALBOMBARDMENT

US confirms Russian drone with explosives found at Leipzig airport runway

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🇮🇷 Iran·Middle East Eye·8 days ago

Iran's Araghchi praises military, urges Muslim unity

Iran's Araghchi praises military, urges Muslim unity Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday that Iran's armed forces had demonstrated their readiness and strength in confronting what he called the world's most expensive military, and urged Muslim countries to unite and rely on themselves in the face of "hostile outsiders." His post on X came hours after Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey signed a joint defence agreement in Mecca, bringing together three Sunni Muslim US partners.

HIGHNaval

US official: 'We expect a deal soon' between Iran and Oman on Strait of Hormuz

US official: 'We expect a deal soon' between Iran and Oman on Strait of Hormuz Progress is being made between Iran and Oman on the Strait of Hormuz and "we expect a deal soon," a US official told Reuters on Friday. Once a deal is announced to restore commercial shipping without impediments, the United States will lift its blockade of Iranian ports, the official said.

🇮🇷 Iran·Middle East Eye·8 days ago

MEDIUMESCALATION

ROCA Han Kuang exercises reported in Taiwan Strait area Aug 6-7

Footage per @Focus_Taiwan of ROCA Han Kuang activity around Taiwan on August 6th and 7th. https://t.co/FmbsWlO35n

🌏 Asia·X/@taiwanmonitor·8 days ago

HIGHAerial

Russian aircraft strike Shostka community in Sumy region, wounding two people

The Russian military carried out an airstrike on the Shostka territorial community in Sumy region; two people were injured.

🇷🇺 Russia·Ukrinform·8 days ago

Trump:

Trump: We have so many people, I'd be here all day. If you could go quickly, I would appreciate it because we have a war to prosecute, okay? That's my excuse for getting out of here a little bit early.

Trump:

Trump: I'm an environmental person, believe it or not.

Trump:

Trump: We had a problem with Intel. They gave us 10% of the company. Since we had the company, the stock has gone up many, many times. We made $82 billion. Do I get any credit for that? No. By the way, it's for the country. It's not for me.

U.S. official to Reuters says there is progress between Oman and Iran on the Strait of Hormuz, and they expect a deal soon.

U.S. official to Reuters says there is progress between Oman and Iran on the Strait of Hormuz, and they expect a deal soon. Once a deal is announced to restore commercial shipping without impediments, the U.S. will lift the blockade of Iranian ports. U.S. actions will continue to be performance-based and tied to Iran's implementation of its commitments.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian:

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: I'm not only not afraid of martyrdom, it's a great victory for me.

🇺🇦 Ukraine·Jerusalem Post·8 days ago

Putin may test NATO alliance with limited attack in coming years, US intelligence assesses- report

Putin may see the possibility of fracturing the NATO alliance as his chance for a victory, while casualties in Ukraine increase internal pressure on the Russian President.

CRITICALGeneral

Govt reduces petrol price by Rs2.20, high-speed diesel by Rs1.50

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🇮🇷 Iran·Dawn·8 days ago

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian:

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: There is no rift between the government and the armed forces. Iran is united and cohesive, and sowing division is what the country's enemies want. Our fighters amazed the world.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian:

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: Where did the U.S. strike the Minab school from? From those same Muslim and friendly countries of ours. Why should they allow them to come and attack us? And yet we don't want to attack them; we strike back at the places from which we are being attacked. Why should America come here and establish bases and hit any Islamic country on the head if they don't listen to them? Who says we should be their submissive servants? Why? We have no intention of bullyin

🇮🇱 Israel·Middle East Eye·8 days ago

HIGHPolitical

US Treasury targets crypto exchanges in new Iran sanctions

US Treasury targets crypto exchanges in new Iran sanctions The United States on Friday sanctioned an unlicensed multi-state cryptocurrency exchange, alleging it processed millions of dollars of crypto for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and other groups linked to the Iranian state. The designation follows a Reuters investigation published on 31 July that identified the Dubai-based exchange, Shelbit, as the hub of a $4bn Iranian sanctions evasion scheme. The investigation found that She

🇷🇺 Russia·TASS·8 days ago

ISU grants neutral status to Russian figure skaters Valieva, Ignatova — statement

Neutral statuses were also granted by the ISU to a number of other Russian figure skaters as well

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian:

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: Israel and the United States are attempting to turn the Persian Gulf nations against us. We're working to prevent this. Of course, we face internal challenges as well, due to varying perspectives. And naturally, America and Israel are exploiting this situation. My conviction, as I've stated before—and I don't say this just for show—is that all Muslims are brothers. This is what the Prophet of God taught, and what the Holy Book says. Brotherhood means t