🇷🇺 🇲🇹 Russian LNG Tanker Arctic Metagaz Burns in Mediterranean
A Russian-flagged LNG tanker, Arctic Metagaz, is on fire in the Mediterranean Sea. The vessel last reported its position off the coast of Malta on Monday. The fate of the crew is currently unknown.
The tanker is under U.S. and UK sanctions.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
A Russian-flagged LNG tanker, Arctic Metagaz, is on fire in the Mediterranean Sea. The vessel last reported its position off the coast of Malta on Monday. The fate of the crew is currently unknown.
The tanker is under U.S. and UK sanctions.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
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🇺🇸 🇮🇷 FBI Dismantles Iran Counterintelligence Unit Before Strikes
FBI Director Kash Patel has reportedly dismissed the entire Iran-focused counterintelligence unit, CI-12, just days before U.S. strikes on Iran.
The unit, comprising about a dozen agents, had been investigating classified documents related to President Trump back after his first term.
This action effectively removed the team tasked with monitoring threats from Iran and its proxies.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
FBI Director Kash Patel has reportedly dismissed the entire Iran-focused counterintelligence unit, CI-12, just days before U.S. strikes on Iran.
The unit, comprising about a dozen agents, had been investigating classified documents related to President Trump back after his first term.
This action effectively removed the team tasked with monitoring threats from Iran and its proxies.
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🇮🇱 🇮🇷 Israel Eliminates IRGC Commander Linked to Trump Assassination Plot
Israel has successfully eliminated Rahman Maqdam, a high-ranking commander in Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Maqdam led the IRGC's special operations division and was reportedly behind an assassination attempt targeting President Trump.
Trump was briefed on the operation by Israeli officials in recent hours.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
Israel has successfully eliminated Rahman Maqdam, a high-ranking commander in Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Maqdam led the IRGC's special operations division and was reportedly behind an assassination attempt targeting President Trump.
Trump was briefed on the operation by Israeli officials in recent hours.
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🇰🇼 🇺🇸 🇮🇷 Kuwaiti F/A-18 Accused in Multiple US F-15 Shootdowns
Kuwaiti F/A-18 fighter jets are reportedly responsible for mistakenly shooting three American F-15s during air defense operations. Initial reports suggest the Kuwaiti pilot fired three missiles at the US aircraft, destroying all three F-15E Strike Eagles. All six crew members ejected safely from the downed aircraft.
This incident contradicts earlier claims by Iran's Tasnim that its air defense systems downed a US F-15 over Iranian airspace. WSJ has provided further details, confirming the friendly-fire scenario involving a Kuwaiti Air Force Hornet.
Iranian state media has now reported the downing of an additional American F-15 over Kuwait, further complicating the narrative of air defense engagements in the region.
New reports indicate Kuwaiti service members were on edge due to Iranian drone activity shortly before the incident, prompting a nervous response when US F-15s were detected.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
Kuwaiti F/A-18 fighter jets are reportedly responsible for mistakenly shooting three American F-15s during air defense operations. Initial reports suggest the Kuwaiti pilot fired three missiles at the US aircraft, destroying all three F-15E Strike Eagles. All six crew members ejected safely from the downed aircraft.
This incident contradicts earlier claims by Iran's Tasnim that its air defense systems downed a US F-15 over Iranian airspace. WSJ has provided further details, confirming the friendly-fire scenario involving a Kuwaiti Air Force Hornet.
Iranian state media has now reported the downing of an additional American F-15 over Kuwait, further complicating the narrative of air defense engagements in the region.
New reports indicate Kuwaiti service members were on edge due to Iranian drone activity shortly before the incident, prompting a nervous response when US F-15s were detected.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
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🇷🇺 🇪🇺 Putin Considers Immediate EU Gas Cutoff, Eyes New Markets
President Putin is reportedly considering an immediate halt to Russian gas supplies to Europe, rather than waiting for the EU's planned embargo.
This potential move would allow Russia to redirect its energy resources to more lucrative global markets.
East Asia, which would be the Kremlin's main alternative, is the region most damaged by the new Middle Eastern conflict, as 80% of oil supplies from the Gulf of Persia went there.
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President Putin is reportedly considering an immediate halt to Russian gas supplies to Europe, rather than waiting for the EU's planned embargo.
This potential move would allow Russia to redirect its energy resources to more lucrative global markets.
East Asia, which would be the Kremlin's main alternative, is the region most damaged by the new Middle Eastern conflict, as 80% of oil supplies from the Gulf of Persia went there.
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🇺🇸 🇫🇷 US Aircraft Temporarily Authorized on French Middle East Bases
France has granted the United States temporary access to its military bases across the Middle East. This authorization facilitates the presence of US aircraft within the region.
Clearly, Paris decided to implement the measure in order to help the American military effort against Iran.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
France has granted the United States temporary access to its military bases across the Middle East. This authorization facilitates the presence of US aircraft within the region.
Clearly, Paris decided to implement the measure in order to help the American military effort against Iran.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
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🇺🇸 🇮🇱 🇮🇷 US/Israeli Strikes Target Iranian Airfields
Reports indicate significant destruction in Khorramabad and airstrikes in Nowshahr, northern Iran. These actions were reportedly carried out by U.S. and Israeli forces. The full extent of the impact and specific targets remain under assessment.
The Americans attacked Iranian fighter jets on the ground.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
Reports indicate significant destruction in Khorramabad and airstrikes in Nowshahr, northern Iran. These actions were reportedly carried out by U.S. and Israeli forces. The full extent of the impact and specific targets remain under assessment.
The Americans attacked Iranian fighter jets on the ground.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
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🇩🇪 🇷🇺5️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ Germany Charges Citizens for Evacuation Flights
Germany has initiated evacuation flights from the Middle East, with the first plane arriving in Berlin yesterday.
Citizens are being charged €500 per person for this state-assisted evacuation.
In contrast, even much poorer Russia is organizing its own free evacuation flights for Russian and CIS citizens.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
Germany has initiated evacuation flights from the Middle East, with the first plane arriving in Berlin yesterday.
Citizens are being charged €500 per person for this state-assisted evacuation.
In contrast, even much poorer Russia is organizing its own free evacuation flights for Russian and CIS citizens.
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🇦🇿 🇮🇷 Azerbaijan Recalls Diplomats from Iran Due to Drone Attack
Azerbaijan has announced the evacuation of its diplomats from Iran.
This action follows recent incidents, including the downing of two suspected Iranian UAVs in Nakhchivan.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
Azerbaijan has announced the evacuation of its diplomats from Iran.
This action follows recent incidents, including the downing of two suspected Iranian UAVs in Nakhchivan.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
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🇫🇷 🇨🇾 French Carrier Enters Mediterranean, Heads Towards Cyprus
The French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle has entered the Mediterranean Sea after transiting the Strait of Gibraltar.
The nuclear-powered vessel is now proceeding towards the coast of Cyprus.
This deployment aims to safeguard European interests in the region against potential threats from Iranian missiles and drones.
Earlier, France tried to deny re-deployment of the carrier from the Baltics closer to the Middle East.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
The French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle has entered the Mediterranean Sea after transiting the Strait of Gibraltar.
The nuclear-powered vessel is now proceeding towards the coast of Cyprus.
This deployment aims to safeguard European interests in the region against potential threats from Iranian missiles and drones.
Earlier, France tried to deny re-deployment of the carrier from the Baltics closer to the Middle East.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
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🇺🇸 🇮🇷 US Navy to Escort Ships Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Tensions
The US Navy will escort commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments.
The move aims to deter potential aggressions and ensure the free flow of international trade.
The US military presence is intended to reassure shipping companies and allied nations, as lately Iran has been targeting commercial ships near the strait despite promises not to do that.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
The US Navy will escort commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments.
The move aims to deter potential aggressions and ensure the free flow of international trade.
The US military presence is intended to reassure shipping companies and allied nations, as lately Iran has been targeting commercial ships near the strait despite promises not to do that.
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🇨🇺 Cuba: Power Outages Spark Havana Protests Amid Economic Crisis
Nighttime protests have erupted in Havana, Cuba, as citizens express their discontent with the government. The demonstrations appear to be fueled by widespread economic hardship and dissatisfaction with current living conditions.
Security forces were observed responding to the gatherings, though details on arrests or confrontations remain scarce.
The situation highlights growing public frustration with the island nation's ongoing economic challenges, power outages, inflation and shortage of food.
Cuba has been without electricity for more than 60 hours, directly contributing to the spontaneous protests in the capital.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
Nighttime protests have erupted in Havana, Cuba, as citizens express their discontent with the government. The demonstrations appear to be fueled by widespread economic hardship and dissatisfaction with current living conditions.
Security forces were observed responding to the gatherings, though details on arrests or confrontations remain scarce.
The situation highlights growing public frustration with the island nation's ongoing economic challenges, power outages, inflation and shortage of food.
Cuba has been without electricity for more than 60 hours, directly contributing to the spontaneous protests in the capital.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
🇨🇳 🇮🇷 Ships in Persian Gulf Claim Chinese Identity to Evade Iranian Attacks
Vessels navigating the Persian Gulf are reportedly altering their transponder signals to falsely identify as Chinese. This tactic is being employed to deter potential attacks from Iran.
The altered messages include claims of 'Chinese Owner,' 'All Chinese Crew,' or 'Chinese Crew Onboard.'
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
Vessels navigating the Persian Gulf are reportedly altering their transponder signals to falsely identify as Chinese. This tactic is being employed to deter potential attacks from Iran.
The altered messages include claims of 'Chinese Owner,' 'All Chinese Crew,' or 'Chinese Crew Onboard.'
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🇺🇸 🇮🇱 US Approves $151.8M Emergency Bomb Sale to Israel
The U.S. State Department has authorized an emergency sale of $151.8 million in bomb bodies to Israel. This expedited transaction bypasses standard congressional review, citing urgent security needs. The approved sale includes 12,000 BLU-110 1,000-pound general purpose bomb bodies.
Some of these munitions will be drawn from existing U.S. stockpiles.
The bombs can be fitted with JDAM guidance kits for precision strikes, enhancing their operational capability.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
The U.S. State Department has authorized an emergency sale of $151.8 million in bomb bodies to Israel. This expedited transaction bypasses standard congressional review, citing urgent security needs. The approved sale includes 12,000 BLU-110 1,000-pound general purpose bomb bodies.
Some of these munitions will be drawn from existing U.S. stockpiles.
The bombs can be fitted with JDAM guidance kits for precision strikes, enhancing their operational capability.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
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