Ukrainian intelligence recently provided Syrian rebels with approximately 150 FPV drones and 20 operators to aid in attacks against Russian and Syrian forces. This covert operation, though playing a modest role in the overall Syrian conflict, represents a broader Ukrainian effort to undermine Russian interests globally. While not a secret, the Ukrainian actions were reportedly unknown to senior Biden administration officials. Similar operations have targeted Russian mercenaries in Mali, resulting in significant casualties and severed diplomatic ties between Ukraine and Mali.
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A Rolling Stone report reveals discussions within Trump’s transition team regarding a potential “soft invasion” of Mexico, involving covert operations by American special forces to eliminate cartel leaders. This plan, echoing previous proposals by Trump and some congressional lawmakers, would proceed without Mexican government consent. The discussions center on the scope of this intervention, raising concerns about unilateral US action in Mexico. The plan draws parallels to past counter-terrorism operations, such as the raid that killed Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
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As I delve into the intricacies of the 5-year Havana Syndrome investigation, my thoughts are consumed by the unsettling findings that have surfaced, pointing to Russian intelligence and the weaponization of acoustic technology. The notion that Russia may be behind these attacks is not far-fetched, given their history of engaging in hybrid warfare and manipulating various aspects of the US information sphere. Acoustic weapons, it seems, are just the tip of the iceberg in their arsenal of tactics to disrupt and sow discord.
The concept of an acoustic weapon that can induce symptoms akin to a concussion or traumatic brain injury is alarming.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker