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Israel quietly expands covert reach against Iran with Azerbaijan deployment

CNN reports that Israel secretly deployed elite special forces and Mossad personnel to Azerbaijan during its war with Iran, forming a network of covert bases across the Middle East (also in Iraq, the UAE, and Somaliland) to gather intelligence and conduct drone operations near Iran, extending Israel’s reach hundreds of miles into Iranian territory and supporting strikes against Iranian targets; Azerbaijan and Somaliland were cited as hosting sites, while Iran denied involvement and comments were sought from the Israeli and Azerbaijani governments.

via CNN|

#azerbaijan #covert-operation #iran

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Ukraine Says Crimea–Donbas Logistics Corridor Is Now Under Fire Control

Ukraine's HUR says it has disrupted the Crimea–Donbas land corridor by targeting supply lines and equipment with unmanned systems, claiming sections between Berdyansk, Melitopol, and Dzhankoi are effectively under fire control and that strikes have damaged fuel and transport assets, hindering Russian logistics in occupied southern Ukraine.

via Kyiv Post|

#drones #logistics #military-intelligence

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Russian military-intelligence deputy chief shot and wounded in Moscow

Lt. Gen. Vladimir Alekseyev, the first deputy head of Russia's military intelligence, was shot multiple times and hospitalized in Moscow. No suspect was named. The attack follows a series of senior officer killings Russia has blamed on Ukraine, occurring as negotiations in Abu Dhabi sought to end the Ukraine conflict.

via AP News|

#assassination #military-intelligence #moscow

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Zelensky Appoints Military and Intelligence Leaders to Key Presidential Roles

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy appointed Gen. Kyrylo Budanov, head of military intelligence, as his new chief of staff amid ongoing conflict with Russia, highlighting a strategic shift towards prioritizing defense and security at a critical juncture in the war.

via ABC News|

#kyrylo-budanov #military-intelligence #russia-invasion

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Zelensky Appoints Spy Chief Kyrylo Budanov as New Presidential Chief of Staff

Ukrainian President Zelensky appointed military intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov to lead the presidential office to enhance battlefield expertise and address corruption concerns, amid ongoing pressure for peace with Russia.

via The Washington Post|

#kyrylo-budanov #military-intelligence #russia-peace-talks

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Zelenskyy Names Ukrainian General as New Chief of Staff

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy appointed Gen. Kyrylo Budanov, head of military intelligence, as his new chief of staff amid ongoing tensions with Russia, highlighting a strategic shift towards defense and security at a critical point in the invasion.

via AP News|

#kyrylo-budanov #military-intelligence #russia-invasion

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Zelensky Appoints Military and Intelligence Leaders to Key Positions

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy appointed Kyrylo Budanov, head of military intelligence, as his new chief of staff to focus on security and diplomacy amid ongoing conflict with Russia. Zelenskyy also proposed Mykhailo Fedorov as defense minister, while Ukraine continues to respond to Russian attacks and seeks progress in peace talks supported by the US and allies.

via AP News|

#kyrylo-budanov #military-intelligence #peace-negotiations

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Zelensky Appoints Spy Chief Budanov as Top Aide

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy appointed Kyrylo Budanov, head of military intelligence, as his new chief of staff to enhance focus on security, defense, and diplomatic efforts amid ongoing conflict with Russia.

via Euronews.com|

#diplomacy #kyrylo-budanov #military-intelligence

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Ukraine's Zelensky Appoints Military Intelligence Chief Kyrylo Budanov as Top Aide

Ukrainian President Zelensky appointed Kyrylo Budanov, the head of military intelligence, as his new chief of staff, replacing Andriy Yermak amid ongoing war and political restructuring, signaling a focus on security and potential electoral developments.

via The New York Times|

#kyrylo-budanov #military-intelligence #political-appointment

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Ukraine Fakes Russian Commander’s Death to Claim $500K Bounty

Ukraine's GUR military intelligence faked the death of a Russian fighter to prevent his killing on Moscow's orders, successfully claiming a $500,000 Kremlin reward, while Ukraine also conducted drone strikes on Russian energy and industrial targets, amidst ongoing tensions and mutual accusations of targeting civilians.

via The Guardian|

#kremlin-reward #kyiv #military-intelligence

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Ex-Israeli Official Justifies Gaza Deaths and Downplays Civilian Suffering

Leaked audio reveals Israel's former military intelligence chief, Aharon Haliva, stating that 50,000 Gaza deaths are 'necessary' for future generations, and that for every Israeli killed, 50 Palestinians should die, amid ongoing conflict and high casualties in Gaza.

via NPR|

#aharon-haliva #casualties #gaza

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Ex-Israeli Official Justifies Gaza Deaths as Necessary Revenge

A leaked audio reveals former Israeli military intelligence chief Aharon Haliva stating that the deaths of 50,000 Palestinians in Gaza are 'necessary' for future security, amid ongoing conflict and international criticism of Israel's actions in Gaza.

via CNN|

#casualties #gaza #israel

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Ukraine Launches Long-Range Drone Attacks on Russian Industrial Sites

Ukrainian drones attacked the Lukoil-Ukhta oil refinery in Russia's Komi Republic, about 2,000 km from Ukraine, causing damage to a petroleum tank and processing plant, and leading to power and internet outages, marking Kyiv's first confirmed drone strike in that region.

via The Kyiv Independent|

#drone-attack #military-intelligence #oil-refinery

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Ukrainian Drones Target Russian Industrial Sites in Latest Strikes

A Ukrainian drone strike targeted an oil refinery in Russia's Saratov region, causing a fire but no casualties, according to local officials. The attack, claimed by Ukraine's military intelligence, hit a Rosneft facility with significant processing capacity. Russia's Defense Ministry reported intercepting six out of 17 drones aimed at the region. This incident follows a period of reduced attacks on energy infrastructure by both nations.

via The Moscow Times|

#drone-strike #military-intelligence #oil-refinery

militaryinternational-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

Ukraine Downs Russian Bomber, 8 Killed in Major Attack

Ukraine claims to have shot down a Russian Tu-22M3 supersonic bomber for the first time, stating that the aircraft was on its way to attack Ukraine. The Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine coordinated the operation with Ukraine's Air Force, hitting the bomber in southern Russia. The Russian Ministry of Defense claimed the aircraft crashed due to a technical malfunction, with two pilots ejecting and one pilot killed. Ukrainian military intelligence spokesperson Andrii Yusov stated that a second Russian aircraft was forced to turn back after the first one was shot down, potentially preventing another missile attack on Ukraine. The Tu-22M3 has been a key target for Ukrainian air defense, with Russia using it in airstrikes against Ukraine.

via Business Insider|

#air-defense #military-intelligence #militaryinternational-relations