Exclusive: US intel found Israeli military lawyers warned there was evidence of Gaza war crimes, former US officials say, is a headline that sets the stage for a story many might have suspected, yet few could definitively confirm. The core takeaway, according to former US officials, is that American intelligence intercepted information suggesting internal Israeli military legal counsel had serious reservations. They were apparently concerned that some of Israel’s military actions in Gaza could potentially be construed as war crimes. This revelation, described as startling by those who were privy to it, paints a picture of doubt and internal conflict within the Israeli military apparatus itself.… Continue reading
Tim Weiner, author of *Legacy of Ashes*, warns that US intelligence is at a crisis point due to the current administration’s actions, particularly regarding the White House’s authorization of undercover CIA operations in Venezuela, which mirrors a long history of interventionism in Latin America. According to Weiner, the public nature of the operation decreases its chances of success, and the president’s disdain for intelligence reports raises further concerns. Weiner expresses skepticism that covert actions will successfully overthrow Maduro, cautioning that these operations could potentially make the situation worse. Furthermore, the author suggests that the CIA’s loyalty to the Constitution, rather than the president, may lead some officers to resist orders.
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US to provide Ukraine with intelligence for long-range strikes in Russia, WSJ reports, is a headline that’s making waves, and for good reason. The Wall Street Journal reported that the US is planning to supply Ukraine with intelligence to conduct long-range strikes inside Russia. This is a significant development, as it escalates the conflict and potentially alters the dynamics of the war. It’s understandable why this announcement has ignited such a buzz.
This move seems to have been preceded by a shift in rhetoric from former President Donald Trump. He recently made a surprising statement on social media suggesting Ukraine could retake all its land occupied by Russia.… Continue reading
President Trump has repeatedly asserted that Iran is actively building a nuclear weapon, directly contradicting the US intelligence community’s assessment. He dismissed the Director of National Intelligence and Representative Tulsi Gabbard, who both stated Iran is not currently developing a nuclear weapon, as being “wrong.” Despite this, Gabbard later issued a statement suggesting Iran could quickly produce a weapon, although this doesn’t contradict her earlier assessment that Iran is not actively weaponizing its program. Trump’s stance has been criticized for its disregard of established intelligence, potentially influencing US actions in the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel.
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Despite assertions by President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu that Iran is imminently close to possessing a nuclear weapon, U.S. intelligence maintains its March assessment: Iran possesses significant enriched uranium but has not decided to weaponize it. This assessment, confirmed this week, contradicts public statements by the administration and indicates a discrepancy between intelligence reports and political pronouncements. Senator Warner has called for clarification, emphasizing the need for factual, rather than politically influenced, intelligence. While Iran could theoretically produce several weapons quickly given its uranium stockpile, building and testing a deliverable device would require additional time.
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Despite U.S. intelligence assessments, including testimony from National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard, stating Iran is not actively building a nuclear weapon, President Trump asserted Iran is close to obtaining one. This directly contradicted Gabbard’s testimony, aligning Trump instead with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s perspective. Trump’s dismissal of intelligence assessments reflects a pattern of disagreement with U.S. spy agencies throughout his presidency. Gabbard, however, claimed alignment with Trump’s position, attributing media misinterpretations to the discrepancy.
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Despite Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard’s testimony stating Iran wasn’t building a nuclear weapon, President Trump disagreed, asserting Iran was “very close” to possessing one. This contradicted the assessment of U.S. intelligence agencies, aligning Trump more with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s perspective. Administration officials attempted to reconcile the differing views, emphasizing Iran’s significant uranium enrichment. The discrepancy highlights a recurring pattern of Trump contradicting intelligence assessments, echoing past conflicts with U.S. intelligence leaders.
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Ukraine’s Security Service (SSU) conducted a covert operation on June 1st, damaging approximately 40 Russian aircraft at multiple airfields. This operation, planned for over a year and a half, involved the clandestine deployment of drones concealed within mobile crates. According to Axios and CBS News sources, the US was not informed beforehand. The attacks preceded Ukraine-Russia negotiations scheduled for June 2nd in Istanbul.
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In response to President Trump’s repeated desires to acquire Greenland, the U.S. intelligence community has initiated a focused intelligence operation. This effort, directed by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, aims to identify Greenlandic and Danish individuals supportive of U.S. interests regarding resource extraction and potential independence. The directive underscores the administration’s commitment to securing Greenland, despite Danish concerns and potential legal ramifications. This action represents a significant step towards achieving the President’s stated goal of acquiring Greenland, raising considerable international concern.
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A security breach involving the accidental inclusion of a journalist in a Signal group chat used by Trump administration officials, including the Vice President and Secretary of Defense, has raised serious concerns within the UK intelligence community. This leak, which revealed details of a US military strike and sensitive intelligence operations, has prompted fears about sharing information with the US. Consequently, stricter protocols are anticipated for intelligence sharing, limiting distribution to trusted contacts on a “need-to-know” basis. The incident underscores a growing lack of trust in the US administration’s handling of classified information, potentially impacting the UK-US “special relationship.” The White House has acknowledged the authenticity of the leaked messages.
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