During a meeting, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu gifted President Trump a golden pager, identical to those used in a recent Israeli operation that killed 42 and wounded thousands in Lebanon. Trump praised the operation and reciprocated with a signed photograph. The meeting also saw Trump propose a controversial plan to seize Gaza, ethnically cleanse it, and develop it into a luxury resort area, a proposal Netanyahu enthusiastically supported. The method by which the potentially dangerous pager entered the US remains unexplained.
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President Trump issued a stark warning that Iran would face obliteration if he were assassinated, citing a history of Iranian threats against him and other officials. This warning comes amidst years of tracked Iranian threats, including a thwarted assassination plot detailed in a Justice Department announcement. The President’s directive, however, wouldn’t necessarily bind his successor, Vice President Vance. These threats prompted increased security measures, most notably surrounding a July campaign rally where Trump was injured by gunfire.
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Salwan Momika, an Iraqi refugee known for publicly burning Qur’ans, was fatally shot in Sweden, prompting an investigation into potential foreign involvement. Five individuals were arrested, though the shooter’s identity remains unconfirmed. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson expressed concerns about a connection to a foreign power, citing existing intelligence on foreign interference in Sweden. Momika’s actions had sparked international outrage and significantly impacted Sweden’s NATO application process. The court dismissed the case against Momika posthumously.
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The news of two Supreme Court judges being shot dead in Tehran, as reported by the Iranian judiciary, is undeniably shocking. This event immediately sparks a flurry of questions and reactions, ranging from expressions of outrage to a chilling sense of foreboding. The immediate impact is a palpable sense of uncertainty regarding the future stability of Iran. Will this be an isolated incident, or a catalyst for wider unrest and instability within the country? The potential for escalation is certainly a significant concern.
The individuals targeted were reportedly linked to espionage and terrorism cases involving suspects with ties to the US and Israel.… Continue reading
Two senior Iranian Supreme Court justices, Ali Razini and Mohammad Moghiseh, were fatally shot in Tehran by a lone gunman who subsequently committed suicide. The attacker’s motive remains unclear, with preliminary investigations revealing no prior connection to the court. A bodyguard was also injured in the attack, and an investigation is underway to determine if accomplices were involved. The judiciary attributed the killings to the judges’ harsh sentences against terrorists, while the U.S. previously sanctioned Moghiseh for overseeing unfair trials.
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Mikhail Shatsky, a key figure at the Mars Design Bureau responsible for modernizing Kh-59 and Kh-69 cruise missiles used in the war against Ukraine, was found dead from gunshot wounds near his Moscow home. Ukrainian media outlets, citing anonymous sources, attributed the killing to Ukraine’s GUR military intelligence agency, though this remains unverified. Shatsky’s work also reportedly included AI technology for Russian drones. The incident follows a recent large-scale Russian missile attack on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.
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Major General Igor Kirillov, head of Russia’s radiation, chemical, and biological protection unit, was killed in a remotely detonated scooter bomb in Moscow. The Kremlin lauded Kirillov, while Ukrainian sources claimed responsibility, citing his role in alleged war crimes involving the mass use of banned chemical weapons. Kirillov was a controversial figure, sanctioned by the UK for disinformation and the deployment of “barbaric weapons,” and accused by Ukraine of overseeing thousands of chemical attacks. His death follows Ukraine’s in absentia war crimes charges against him.
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Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov, chief of Russia’s NBC protection forces, was killed in a Moscow bomb attack, a day after Ukraine’s security service (SBU) charged him with using banned chemical weapons. The SBU claimed responsibility, calling Kirillov a legitimate target for his alleged war crimes. This follows a pattern of targeted killings of prominent figures on both sides of the conflict, including several high-profile Russians. Kirillov, sanctioned internationally, frequently accused Ukraine of using toxic agents—allegations dismissed by Ukraine and its allies.
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The bomb killing the chief of Russia’s nuclear protection forces in Moscow, as reported by various media outlets, is a significant event with many potential implications. The fact that this occurred in Moscow itself suggests a high level of audacity and capability on the part of whoever carried out the attack. It speaks to either a serious failure in Russian security or a remarkably effective operation by hostile forces.
The timing of the bombing, so soon after Ukraine officially charged the general, General Kirillov, with using banned chemical weapons in Ukraine, is certainly noteworthy. This raises questions about potential motivation. Was this a targeted assassination carried out by Ukrainian operatives?… Continue reading
A bomb concealed within an electric scooter detonated remotely, killing Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov, head of Russia’s NBC Defence Forces, and his assistant in Moscow. The Investigative Committee has launched a murder investigation. Ukraine’s SBU had previously charged Kirillov with war crimes related to the alleged use of chemical weapons in Ukraine—accusations Russia denies. The explosion caused significant damage to a residential building’s entrance.
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