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For review:1. USNI posts the Memorandum of Understanding (11 June 2024), between the USMC & US Navy concerning amphibious warship readiness terms. 2. US has fully cleared equipment from Base 101 in Niger. Work on Base 201 continues in order to meet the 15 September 2024 departure date of US Forces agreed upon by the US & Niger. 3. US Secretary of Defense (Lloyd Austin) has Call with Russian Defense Minister (Andrei Belousov). Last call between Secretary Austin an...
For review:1. Israeli Prime Minister (Benjamin Netanyahu): Once the IDF completes its intense fighting in Rafah, “we will face north.” 2. IDF locate and raid Hamas headquarters and training complexes in Rafah- find weapon depots, tunnel shafts, and intelligence materials. 3. Israel Defense Minister (Yoav Gallant) to Washington. The Defense Minister meet with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, CIA Director William Burns and Special Envoy ...
For review:1. US Gaza Pier Operational Again. The pier was reattached to Gaza’s shoreline on 19 June 2024.2. France signals support for a potential Lebanese Armed Forces security mission on its' southern border.3. US re-prioritizes deliveries of Patriot & NASAMs air defense interceptors. Ukraine moves to front of line. Taiwan and Israel not affected. Countries affected by delay not mentioned.4. Northrup Grumman makes plans to produce medium-caliber ammunition in Ukraine. Venture could exp...
For review:1. In response to comments by NATO Secretary Jens Stoltenberg (concerning China's support for Russia), Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian urges NATO "to do something practical for the political settlement of the crisis (Ukraine-Russia conflict). "2. Netherlands Prime Minister (Mark Rutte) expected to become the next NATO Secretary General in October 2024, replacing Jens Stoltenberg.3. Philippines & China Clash at Second Thomas Shoal. A Philippine sailor suff...
For review:1. Update: Court rules that Israeli Military Companies can attend Eurosatory 2024 Exhibition in Paris.2. IDF Says Half of Rafah Brigade Dismantled. Of the four battalions in Hamas’s Rafah Brigade, two — Yabna (South) and East Rafah — are considered to be almost completely dismantled, while the capabilities of the other two — Shaboura (North) and Tel Sultan (West) — are somewhat degraded due to IDF operations.3. Israeli Army Generals Approve Lebanon Offensive Plan. The head of...
For review:1. Despite a daily humanitarian pause- IDF Will Continue Rafah Fight.IDF: The pause “for humanitarian purposes will take place from 8:00 am (0500 GMT) until 7:00 pm (1600 GMT) every day until further notice along the road that leads from the Kerem Shalom crossing to the Salah al-Din road and then northwards.” 2. Israel and Hezbollah continue cross-border strikes, leading to fears of escalation in the conflict.3. Ukraine Peace Summit Concludes in Switzerland. More th...
For review:1. US Gaza Pier Dismantled Due to Weather.US CENTCOM Statement: "After the period of expected high seas, the pier will be rapidly re-anchored to the coast of Gaza and resume delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza." 2. Washington Post Report: Since 07 October 2023, US has assisted Israel with intelligence via drone footage, satellite imagery, communications intercepts, and data analysis using advanced software, some of which is powered by artificial intelligence.3. Russian P...
For review:1. Houthi forces strike cargo ship with two anti-ship cruise missiles in Gulf of Aden.US CENTCOM statement: “Both missiles struck MV Verbena, a Palauan-flagged, Ukrainian-owned, Polish-operated bulk cargo carrier."2. Hezbollah Rocket Assault in Response to IDF Targeted Strike on high-level commander.3. Report from Saudi Arabian news outlets (Al-Arabiya and Al-Hadath): Senior Hezbollah official killed in Southern Lebanon missile strike.4. US - Ukraine Security Agreement p...
For review:1. Hamas Provides "Amendments" to Ceasefire Proposal. A Hamas spokesman said the response included “amendments that confirm the ceasefire, withdrawal, reconstruction and [hostage] exchange.”2. Ukrainian Air Force Aviation Chief: Ukraine will station a "certain number" of F-16s outside Ukraine to prevent Russia from targeting them. These F-16s are separate from those Kyiv plans to deploy, as they can be used to replace damaged aircraft or train more Ukrainian pilots abroad.3. R...
For review:1. IDF Operation Arnon Hostage Rescue Details.2. UN Security Council Adopts US Sponsored - Israel - Hamas Ceasefire Proposal. 14 in Favor with 1 x Abstain (Russia).3. Israeli Roem/Sigma Automatic 155mm Mobile Howitzer ready for fielding.4. Around 90 Countries Will Attend Swiss Hosted Ukraine Peace Summit, (15-16 June). Swiss officials say the conference aims to set a course toward “lasting peace” in Ukraine, to reach a “common understanding” toward getting there, and draw up the “r...
For review:1. US Gaza Pier Back in Operation.2. IDF Rescues 4 Hostages (Alive) from Nuseirat, in Central Gaza.3. Latest US Security Assistance to Ukraine is Worth $225 Million.Includes air defense interceptors; artillery systems and munitions; armored vehicles; and anti-tank weapons.4. France to Provide Mirage 2000-5 Warplanes to Ukraine. In addition, France will begin training pilots, with completion by the end of year. France will also propose to train and equip a brigade of 4,500 Ukrainian...
For review:1. Follow-up. More than 70 Israeli defense firms uninvited to Eurosatory Defense Expedition in Paris. Some defense firm executives shrug-off decision as unpleasant but note little effect on the bottom line.2. IDF Destroys 2k Tunnel Adjacent to Rafah Border Crossing.3. Israel - Hamas hostage negotiations continue without sign of breakthrough.4. IDF to Build a third F-35 Squadron. First aircraft deliveries to begin in 2028, with final delivery estimated in 2036 for all 2...
For review:1. IDF Prepares for Operations on Northern Border. IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi : “We are approaching the point where a decision will have to be made, and the IDF is prepared and very ready for this decision."2. President Biden Will Not Attend Ukraine Peace Summit in Switzerland.Vice President Kamala Harris and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan will represent the US.3. Russia considers western military instructors inside Ukraine a legitimate target.Kre...
For review:1. Latest on Israel - Hamas Hostage Release Deal.2. Israeli Defense companies uninvited to the 2024 Eurosatory Defense Show in Paris, France. More than 70 Israeli companies had been scheduled to participate 3. Ukraine President surprise appearance at Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. Seeks the support of Asian governments and attendance at the Ukraine Peace Summit in Switzerland later this month.4. US and other NATO countries authorize Ukraine to conduct limited cross-border s...
For review:1. US-UK Strikes Houthi Rebels with airstrikes.2. IDF Controls Philadelphi Corridor. Along the corridor, IDF said it has located so far some 20 tunnels that cross into Egypt. 3. IDF finish operations in Northern Gaza city of Jabalya. In addition to destroying 12 kilometers of tunnels, the IDF finds the remains of seven hostages taken and killed by Hamas on 7 October.4. Israel considers development of the M61 Vulcan for counter-drone use.5. Sweden to provide Ukraine milit...
For Review:1. US Gaza Pier Needs Repair. The pier will be pulled from the beach and sent to the southern Israeli city of Ashdod, where U.S. Central Command will repair it.2. IDF continues investigation into the deadly fire that occurred after a strike on two Hamas commanders in Rafah. IDF suspects that munitions or some other combustible substance caused a secondary explosion and a fire to spread in a complex housing displaced Gazans.3. IDF Pushes Tanks into Central Rafah. IDF tan...
For review:1. Israel - Egypt Cross Border Shooting results in death of Egyptian Soldier. Spokesperson for Egypt’s military said it was carrying out an investigation “into the shooting incident in the border area in Rafah, which led to the martyrdom of one of the [security] personnel.”2. In Rafah, IDF carries out strike that kills two Senior Hamas Commanders. As a result, Israel believes shrapnel from the strike ignited a fuel tank near tents housing Palestinian, causing civi...
For review:1. US Gaza Pier Vessels Disconnect in Stormy Seas. Four vessels broke free from moorings, and efforts to recover the vessels were underway with assistance from the Israeli Navy.2. IDF continues Rafah Operation despite ruling from International Criminal Court. Israeli officials said they consider the ICJ order to allow room for some operations in Rafah.3. US Department of Defense Release from 24 May 2024, concerning SECDEF Health Status. 4. US Department of Defense R...
For review:1. Three US Soldiers Sustain Non-Combat Injuries during Gaza Pier Operations.2. Iran claims that Turkey's assistance (via infrared capable drone) did not aid in finding Iranian President's helicopter wreckage site. Story calls into question the capabilities of Iranian drones and unmanned aircraft systems.3. Hezbollah fires 30 munitions into Northern Israel (from Lebanon). This occurred after IDF strike that killed senior Hezbollah member responsible for weapons procurement.4. ...
For review:1. Follow-up: Iranian President (Ebrahim Raisi) dies in helicopter crash in bad weather and mountainous terrain. Iran Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has named the first vice president, Mohammad Mokhber, as interim President. The election for a successor will be held 28 June. 2. IDF Controls Half of Philadelphi Corridor. The IDF has estimated that some 950,000 Palestinians had evacuated the Rafah area, as ground forces operate in East Rafah.3. Ukrainian President (Volo...
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