🇮🇶 Iraqi Security Forces Conduct Anti-Corruption Raids in Baghdad
Iraqi security forces have conducted a series of raids and arrests within Baghdad's Green Zone. Hundreds of armored vehicles, including tanks, were deployed throughout the area during a massive wave of arrests of high-ranking officials.
The operation targeted politicians and lawmakers as part of an anti-corruption campaign ordered by Ali al-Zaidi following testimony from Deputy Oil Minister Adnan al-Jumaili. Authorities have closed access to the Green Zone and launched a manhunt for suspects who fled.
Seven politicians including five sitting MPs were arrested during the operation. The move comes days before Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's trip to Washington and is reportedly part of visit preparations. Several of those arrested are linked to Iran-backed factions that have targeted US bases in Iraq this year.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
Iraqi security forces have conducted a series of raids and arrests within Baghdad's Green Zone. Hundreds of armored vehicles, including tanks, were deployed throughout the area during a massive wave of arrests of high-ranking officials.
The operation targeted politicians and lawmakers as part of an anti-corruption campaign ordered by Ali al-Zaidi following testimony from Deputy Oil Minister Adnan al-Jumaili. Authorities have closed access to the Green Zone and launched a manhunt for suspects who fled.
Seven politicians including five sitting MPs were arrested during the operation. The move comes days before Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's trip to Washington and is reportedly part of visit preparations. Several of those arrested are linked to Iran-backed factions that have targeted US bases in Iraq this year.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
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🇸🇮 🇮🇱 Slovenia to Freeze Palestine Recognition and Move Embassy
Prime Minister Janez Janša has announced that Slovenia will freeze its recognition of Palestinian statehood and relocate its embassy to Jerusalem. This shift marks a total reversal of the previous government's anti-Israel stance.
Slovenia becomes the first EU nation to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital. The new right-wing administration signals a commitment to Western security and a rejection of diplomatic hostility toward the Jewish state.
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Prime Minister Janez Janša has announced that Slovenia will freeze its recognition of Palestinian statehood and relocate its embassy to Jerusalem. This shift marks a total reversal of the previous government's anti-Israel stance.
Slovenia becomes the first EU nation to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital. The new right-wing administration signals a commitment to Western security and a rejection of diplomatic hostility toward the Jewish state.
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🇺🇸 US Adopts McDonald’s Model for Mass Missile Production
The Pentagon is pivoting toward a high-volume, low-cost 'McDonald’s model' for missile production to address critical stockpile shortages. This strategic shift moves away from expensive precision munitions toward modular workshops capable of mass-producing thousands of missiles in simple facilities.
Lessons from recent regional conflicts highlight the urgent need for a sustainable war of attrition capability. By leveraging 3D printing and simplified assembly lines, defense startups aim to drastically reduce costs and training time.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
The Pentagon is pivoting toward a high-volume, low-cost 'McDonald’s model' for missile production to address critical stockpile shortages. This strategic shift moves away from expensive precision munitions toward modular workshops capable of mass-producing thousands of missiles in simple facilities.
Lessons from recent regional conflicts highlight the urgent need for a sustainable war of attrition capability. By leveraging 3D printing and simplified assembly lines, defense startups aim to drastically reduce costs and training time.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
🇬🇧 UK Royal Navy Shifts to Drone-Centric Hybrid Combat Fleet
The UK Royal Navy is pivoting toward autonomous warfare, planning at least six hybrid "common combat vessels" for the early 2030s. These ships replace Type 83 destroyers, acting as command hubs for air and underwater drones.
Supported by a £14.5 billion defense investment, this modernization prioritizes high-tech maritime capabilities.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
The UK Royal Navy is pivoting toward autonomous warfare, planning at least six hybrid "common combat vessels" for the early 2030s. These ships replace Type 83 destroyers, acting as command hubs for air and underwater drones.
Supported by a £14.5 billion defense investment, this modernization prioritizes high-tech maritime capabilities.
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🇺🇦 Ukrainian MP From Zelensky's Party Arrested in Bribery Probe
Ukrainian authorities have detained Sergei Kuzminykh, a member of President Zelensky’s 'Servant of the People' party, on corruption charges. The MP is accused of accepting a 558,000 UAH bribe to influence medical equipment tenders.
The arrest follows the deputy's failure to appear for court hearings.
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Ukrainian authorities have detained Sergei Kuzminykh, a member of President Zelensky’s 'Servant of the People' party, on corruption charges. The MP is accused of accepting a 558,000 UAH bribe to influence medical equipment tenders.
The arrest follows the deputy's failure to appear for court hearings.
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🇺🇸 SCOTUS Rules Geofence Warrants Unconstitutional
The Supreme Court has delivered a major victory for constitutional rights, ruling that geofence warrants constitute a search under the Fourth Amendment. This decision affirms that Americans maintain a reasonable expectation of privacy regarding their cell phone location data.
Law enforcement must now adhere to stricter standards when seeking bulk digital information. This ruling serves as a critical check on government overreach and reinforces the fundamental right to be secure against unreasonable surveillance.
The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that geofence warrants are unconstitutional. Police can no longer collect location data from all phones near a crime scene without naming a suspect.
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The Supreme Court has delivered a major victory for constitutional rights, ruling that geofence warrants constitute a search under the Fourth Amendment. This decision affirms that Americans maintain a reasonable expectation of privacy regarding their cell phone location data.
Law enforcement must now adhere to stricter standards when seeking bulk digital information. This ruling serves as a critical check on government overreach and reinforces the fundamental right to be secure against unreasonable surveillance.
The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that geofence warrants are unconstitutional. Police can no longer collect location data from all phones near a crime scene without naming a suspect.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
🇮🇷 🇫🇷 Iran Asserts Sole Control Over Strait of Hormuz Demining
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi has issued a stern warning to France, asserting that Tehran maintains exclusive authority over demining operations in the Strait of Hormuz. Citing the Islamabad memorandum, the regime rejected President Macron's proposal for international cooperation in the strategic waterway.
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Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi has issued a stern warning to France, asserting that Tehran maintains exclusive authority over demining operations in the Strait of Hormuz. Citing the Islamabad memorandum, the regime rejected President Macron's proposal for international cooperation in the strategic waterway.
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🇦🇲 🇮🇱 Pashinyan Declines Response to Israel's Genocide Recognition
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced that his government will not issue a formal response to Israel's recent decision regarding the 1915 events. Pashinyan emphasized that avoiding the "weaponization" of the Armenian Genocide is a strategic priority for the Republic of Armenia.
The Israeli cabinet has officially recognized the 1915 events as genocide.
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Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced that his government will not issue a formal response to Israel's recent decision regarding the 1915 events. Pashinyan emphasized that avoiding the "weaponization" of the Armenian Genocide is a strategic priority for the Republic of Armenia.
The Israeli cabinet has officially recognized the 1915 events as genocide.
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🇺🇸 Trump Demands Immediate Gas Price Cuts to $2.50 Per Gallon
President Trump has issued a stern warning to gasoline retailers, demanding an immediate reduction in pump prices to reflect falling oil costs. He specifically targeted a price of $2.50 per gallon to provide relief to American consumers.
The administration is also pressuring states like California to slash excessive fuel taxes. Retailers failing to comply have been warned of significant consequences.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
President Trump has issued a stern warning to gasoline retailers, demanding an immediate reduction in pump prices to reflect falling oil costs. He specifically targeted a price of $2.50 per gallon to provide relief to American consumers.
The administration is also pressuring states like California to slash excessive fuel taxes. Retailers failing to comply have been warned of significant consequences.
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🇺🇦 🇯🇵 Ukraine Identifies Japanese Components in 90% of Russian Missiles
Ukrainian officials report that 90% of Russia’s missiles and drones contain electronic components from 13 Japanese firms. These parts, found in systems like the Kh-101, are primarily civilian-use electronics.
The components reach Russia through third-country intermediaries rather than direct exports. Kyiv is now calling on Tokyo to tighten export controls to halt the diversion of technology into the Russian military.
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Ukrainian officials report that 90% of Russia’s missiles and drones contain electronic components from 13 Japanese firms. These parts, found in systems like the Kh-101, are primarily civilian-use electronics.
The components reach Russia through third-country intermediaries rather than direct exports. Kyiv is now calling on Tokyo to tighten export controls to halt the diversion of technology into the Russian military.
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🇸🇩 Sudanese Forces Seize Strategic Strongholds in West Darfur
The Sudanese Armed Forces and allied Joint Darfur Forces have captured Mount Moon and the strategic town of Kolbus, marking a decisive shift in West Darfur. These victories establish the first government foothold in the region in two years, disrupting RSF supply lines near the Chadian border.
Following twelve hours of combat, the collapse of RSF positions places their heartland in South Darfur under threat.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
The Sudanese Armed Forces and allied Joint Darfur Forces have captured Mount Moon and the strategic town of Kolbus, marking a decisive shift in West Darfur. These victories establish the first government foothold in the region in two years, disrupting RSF supply lines near the Chadian border.
Following twelve hours of combat, the collapse of RSF positions places their heartland in South Darfur under threat.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
🇮🇱 🇺🇸 🇮🇷 US Citizen Arrested in Jerusalem for Iranian Espionage
Israeli security forces and the Shabak have apprehended a 20-year-old American citizen in Jerusalem on charges of spying for the Iranian regime. The suspect allegedly maintained contact with Iranian intelligence operatives for several months, executing surveillance tasks against sensitive national security sites.
Investigations reveal the individual received financial compensation for providing photo and video intelligence of classified locations. Prosecutors have filed a formal declaration of charges and are seeking continued detention as legal proceedings against this threat to Israeli security commence.
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Israeli security forces and the Shabak have apprehended a 20-year-old American citizen in Jerusalem on charges of spying for the Iranian regime. The suspect allegedly maintained contact with Iranian intelligence operatives for several months, executing surveillance tasks against sensitive national security sites.
Investigations reveal the individual received financial compensation for providing photo and video intelligence of classified locations. Prosecutors have filed a formal declaration of charges and are seeking continued detention as legal proceedings against this threat to Israeli security commence.
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🇨🇳 World Bank to Phase Out Lending to China by 2031
The World Bank has proposed a complete cessation of lending to China by 2031, capping annual loans at $2 billion until the phase-out is complete. This strategic shift follows sustained pressure from the Trump administration to stop subsidizing the world's second-largest economy.
The proposal is scheduled for board discussion during the week of July 20. This move reflects a growing consensus that China no longer requires development assistance as it competes globally with Western interests.
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The World Bank has proposed a complete cessation of lending to China by 2031, capping annual loans at $2 billion until the phase-out is complete. This strategic shift follows sustained pressure from the Trump administration to stop subsidizing the world's second-largest economy.
The proposal is scheduled for board discussion during the week of July 20. This move reflects a growing consensus that China no longer requires development assistance as it competes globally with Western interests.
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🇺🇸 President Trump Reports Over $1.4 Billion in Annual Income
President Trump’s latest financial disclosures reveal a massive $1.4 billion in earnings over the past year, driven largely by successful ventures in the digital asset space.
His co-founded platform, World Liberty Financial, generated over $500 million, while meme coin sales brought in an additional $635 million.
Beyond crypto, the filing highlights $80 million in media settlements and significant revenue from international real estate licensing.
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President Trump’s latest financial disclosures reveal a massive $1.4 billion in earnings over the past year, driven largely by successful ventures in the digital asset space.
His co-founded platform, World Liberty Financial, generated over $500 million, while meme coin sales brought in an additional $635 million.
Beyond crypto, the filing highlights $80 million in media settlements and significant revenue from international real estate licensing.
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🇦🇱 🇺🇸 NATO 2027 Albania Summit in Doubt Amid Trump Opposition
Plans for the 2027 NATO summit in Albania are facing significant uncertainty as the Trump administration signals opposition to the venue. Allies have also raised concerns regarding Tirana’s failure to meet defense spending targets.
A draft declaration for the upcoming summit in Ankara notably omits any mention of Albania.
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Plans for the 2027 NATO summit in Albania are facing significant uncertainty as the Trump administration signals opposition to the venue. Allies have also raised concerns regarding Tirana’s failure to meet defense spending targets.
A draft declaration for the upcoming summit in Ankara notably omits any mention of Albania.
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🇺🇸 Meta Challenges Big Tech Dominance with New AI Cloud Service
Meta shares surged over 7% following reports that the tech giant is launching Meta Compute to rent out excess AI processing power. This strategic pivot leverages massive infrastructure investments to create a high-margin revenue stream beyond advertising.
The move positions Meta as a strong American competitor against cloud giants like Amazon and Google. Specialized providers like CoreWeave saw significant declines as Meta enters the arena.
Zuckerberg's strategy explicitly includes Microsoft as a target in this expansion. This move signals Meta's entry into a broader cloud war against established industry leaders.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
Meta shares surged over 7% following reports that the tech giant is launching Meta Compute to rent out excess AI processing power. This strategic pivot leverages massive infrastructure investments to create a high-margin revenue stream beyond advertising.
The move positions Meta as a strong American competitor against cloud giants like Amazon and Google. Specialized providers like CoreWeave saw significant declines as Meta enters the arena.
Zuckerberg's strategy explicitly includes Microsoft as a target in this expansion. This move signals Meta's entry into a broader cloud war against established industry leaders.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated