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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 48:13

The US military has launched more strikes against Iran tonight. In a post on social media, US Central Command described the attacks as “a powerful response to yesterday's attempted Iranian attacks” on US forces. Plus, what new court filings reveal about the government's case against former FBI Director James Comey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

30 JUL 2026: Trump Unloads on Iran; Tehran Hits Egypt // Return of the Wheat Wars in Ukraine // Fauci Pleads the Fifth; Florida Targets Him for Prison // Dem vs Dem War Helps GOP // Tomorrow's Show!

The Wright Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 39:38

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan breaks down President Trump's sweeping reprisal strikes on Iran, as the IRGC widens its retaliation with a drone attack in Egypt and fresh threats across the region. Bryan covers Trump's private admission that the war isn't popular but necessary, new evidence that China is arming Iran with shoulder-launched missiles, and a stark warning from CENTCOM ordering troops to stop filming strikes that are helping the enemy target US forces. He also breaks down Russia's scramble to arm its grain ships after a wave of Ukrainian drone strikes sent wheat prices soaring. Plus, Bryan covers yesterday's fiery Fauci hearing on Capitol Hill and Florida's new push to prosecute him at the state level, plus a Democratic Socialists leader's stunning Fox News admission of plans to abolish the presidency, Supreme Court, and Senate that has old-guard Democrats in a panic. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32 Keywords: Wright Report, Bryan Dean Wright, Iran war, Trump, IRGC, Egypt, China MANPADS, CENTCOM, Ukraine, Putin, wheat prices, Tony Fauci, Rand Paul, Ron DeSantis, Democratic Socialists, Megan Romer, Zohran Mamdani

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The Wire - July 29, 2026

The WorldView in 5 Minutes

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 3:41

//The Wire//2300Z July 29, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: WAR IN MIDDLE EAST EXPANDS TO AFRICA AS DRONE ATTACK REPORTED IN EGYPT. IRAN CONDUCTS MORE MISSILE STRIKES ON AMERICAN BASES IN MIDDLE EAST, UNITED STATES BEGINS RESPONSE THIS EVENING. CYBERATTACK TARGETS MINNESOTA WATER SUPPLY.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Middle East: Overnight Iran conducted missile and drone attacks throughout the region, targeting American positions. Muwaffaq al Salti was hit again, along with the American base in Erbil. After this series of attacks, the White House has indicated that the US will be retaliating soon, and as of this report American airstrikes have resumed within Iran.Egypt: This morning, explosions were reported onboard a floating natural gas storage/processing platform in Damietta Port. An American-registered Floating Storage and Regassification Unit (FSRU) was reportedly struck by at least one munition, which resulted in several follow-on explosions. Separately, another tanker vessel was reportedly struck in the same general area. As of this afternoon firefighting boats were still cooling the superstructure and most of the topside equipment onboard the two vessels.Analyst Comment: Egyptian authorities have stated that these explosions were an industrial accident, however a video taken by a crew member onboard the vessel that was struck confirms that the incident was a drone attack. Regardless, nobody has claimed this as a targeting effort yet, and if this was Iran, it would be the longest-range attack they have conducted so far during the war. As a result, it's possible (or even likely) that these drones were launched from somewhere closer than Iran. Lebanon is the only wild guess that makes sense, as it's a straight shot across the water to the target.-HomeFront-USA: Yesterday evening American Airlines announced a nationwide ground stop of all of their aircraft due to an IT outage. The FAA implemented the emergency action due to an unspecified loss of connectivity between American Airlines aircraft and ground control systems. Mass delays were reported nationwide while the outage was being fixed, and after several hours systems were restored.Minnesota: This afternoon a large scale cyberattack was reported targeting water treatment and processing systems throughout the state. The cyberattack was only disclosed to the public this morning, but initially took place on July 26/27. The immediate impact of this cyberattack resulted in power outages and the control of automated water management systems being affected. As of this afternoon, the towns of Braham, Maple Plain, Plymouth, and south St. Paul have all reported being impacted by the cyberattack, with many districts throughout the state remaining under a boil-water advisory.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: CENTCOM and the media are calling Iran's actions last night a "surprise attack", but in reality it was no different than all of the other attacks conducted so far. CENTCOM has stated that all missiles were intercepted, but locals on the ground have provided photos of large fires and smoke plumes being emitted from American bases. Nevertheless, theses attacks probably pushed the decision to be made regarding a return to strikes, in some form. The war officially expanding to now include Egypt is very likely to complicate the situation further...this one war involving Iran has now technically spread to a total of three continents: Asia, Europe, and now northern Africa. Of course, one or two drone strikes does not equal a large scale operation, but back in 1942 Doolittle's Raid didn't either. It was meant to send a message, much like the extremely long-range attack that was carried out in Egypt today.Egypt certainly received that message lout and clear, but it is questionable as to if the significance of this small attack was understood by the United States. Though the usual tit-for-tat cycle has been disrupted somewhat over the past week, at a more strategic level all indications are in place pointing toward a continuation of what's been ongoing since the ceasefire was broken: Tit-for-tat strikes continuing that stay below the level of all-out war, but also resulting in no diplomatic solution for the time being. All the while the war slowly creeps outside the bounds of the region, and the message becomes more clear: From the Nile Delta to Mumbai...nowhere is safe from the impact of war.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground NomadNet: 5fa68c88be727a0e1a250a75e5e79269 Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//

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Senator questions CDC's billion-dollar COVID-shot contract to Pfizer; Ukrainian refugees have planted 160 churches across Europe; 70th anniversary of America's “In God We Trust” motto

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026

It's Thursday, July 30th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark and Adam McManus Iranian Muslim authorities shut down oldest Protestant church Iranian officials recently shut down the oldest Protestant church in the country. Christians have held worship services at St. Peter's Evangelical Church in Tehran for 150 years. Authorities have now seized the property and banned church gatherings there. They also ordered 28 families living on the church compound to leave. Iran has been seizing Protestant church properties for years. Mansour Khajehpour previously served as an elder at St. Peter's Church. He told Christianity Today that the church in Iran grows despite persecution. He said, “This is the dynamic reality of the church. The church will not die. The church will grow, and we are a part of that church.” In Matthew 16:18, Jesus said, “On this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hell shall not prevail against it.” United States launched strikes on Iran last night Speaking of Iran, the United States began launching strikes on Iran at 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 29th, according to the U.S. Central Command. The U.S. attacks were “a powerful response to [Tuesday's] attempted Iranian attacks on U.S. forces based in the Middle East.” The attacks by Iran on U.S. forces did not get past U.S. defenses. And The Western Journal reports that foreign governments are taking part in the fighting now, where they hadn't before. For the first time, the Saudi Arabian military joined with the U.S. in striking Iranian-backed militias in Iraq, reports the Associated Press. Retired Navy Vice Adm. Robert Harward, a retired SEAL and former deputy CENTCOM commander, said, “You see the Lebanese government making an agreement with Israel to undermine and try to get rid of Hezbollah.” He added, “You're seeing the pressure build on Iran on all fronts.” Ukrainian refugees have planted 160 churches across Europe Millions of Ukrainians have fled their homes since Russia invaded the country in 2022. Despite this, these refugees have planted churches across Europe. European Christian Mission International reports displaced Ukrainians have started 160 churches in Europe in the last four years. A report from the organization stated, “Increasingly, Ukrainian believers are refusing to see themselves only as refugees. Instead, many are embracing a different calling - missionaries sent by God into the nations of Europe.” Canadian labor board ruled in favor of COVID-shot rejecter LifeSiteNews reports that a Canadian labor board ruled in favor of a Christian man who objected to the COVID-shot mandate. The Canadian Revenue Agency suspended Steven Porter without pay after denying his religious exemption. The agency must now pay $5,000 in damages to Porter. He wrote in his exemption request, “Christ is my supreme King and Lord and I am subject to His final authority alone in all matters of life, faith and conscience.” In Acts 5:29, the apostles said, “We ought to obey God rather than men.” Senator questions CDC's billion-dollar COVID-shot contract to Pfizer The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention awarded $1.24 billion in COVID-shot contracts to Pfizer last month. Republican Senator Ron Johnson of Wisconsin questioned this decision in a letter to Secretary of Health & Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Johnson wrote, “The CDC's reported awarding of approximately $1.24 billion in new contracts to Pfizer for a vaccine linked to serious adverse events—including potentially the deaths of children—suggests [that the] CDC continues to fail to take its vaccine safety responsibilities seriously.” Pro-lifer Paul Vaughn got settlement over wrongful arrest Praise God! A pro-life, Christian father reached a $1 million settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice. The case involved his wrongful arrest under the Biden administration, reports Highlight Truth Ministries. Federal agents raided the Tennessee home of Paul Vaughn in 2022 and arrested him for his pro-life activism. My family and I had the honor of meeting Paul Vaughn several years ago. He's an amazing Christian patriot. Steve Crampton, Senior Counsel at the Thomas More Society, said, “This settlement is not just about one family. It is a warning and a precedent. The weaponization of federal law enforcement against pro-lifers, against people of faith, against those who dare to stand for the unborn—that era is over.” Treasury has saved $99 million from going to dead recipients The U.S. Department of the Treasury implemented a new payment verification process. The safeguard has already kept about $99 million from being sent to deceased individuals. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, “Treasury has delivered on a key promise of President Trump's mandate to stop improper payments and fraud before money leaves the Treasury, and strengthen the integrity of the federal payment system.” 70th anniversary of America's “In God We Trust” motto Today is the 70th anniversary of when “In God We Trust” became America's motto. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the law on July 30, 1956. The resolution also required the motto to appear on all U.S. currency. Democratic Representative Charles Bennett of Florida introduced the resolution. He said, “Nothing can be more certain than that our country was founded in a spiritual atmosphere and with a firm trust in God. ... In these days when imperialistic and materialistic communism seeks to attack and destroy freedom, we should continually look for ways to strengthen the foundations of our freedom.” Texan mother shares that her kids have contributed Here at The Worldview in 5 Minutes newscast, Leticia in Blum Texas wrote, “Adam, we are so thankful for your radio newscast. It is a great encouragement to us! We listen to it on the road or when we're at home. It is great to hear stories that I know wouldn't normally make it into traditional newscasts. “The Worldview is concise and informative! Thankful for the work you are doing! Our four children -- Fletcher (15), Halen (12), Beck (10), and Murphy (7) -- contributed some of their money to our donation.” McVeda kids' mother in Montana contemplates why sponsor this newscast And Melissa McVeda, the mother of the four kids under the age of 11 in Great Falls, Montana who have raised hundreds of dollars for The Worldview selling chocolate chip cookies, iced tea and hand crocheted puppets on their dairy farm, weighed in with her thoughts. She wrote, “Adam, there are so many ministries that I would like to donate to: earnest missionaries and people hurting from natural disasters, among others. In light of those needs, it has been difficult for me to reconcile giving to The Worldview. And I imagine I'm not alone in that. “Because of my kids' fundraiser, which naturally has come to involve the entire family, I've spent time considering if The Worldview is worth the effort and funds we're putting into it. This is the primary answer I have seen: “I would not KNOW about many of the other needs if it weren't for The Worldview in 5 Minutes! Your newscast is a connection point -- a bridge, if you will - between Christians and people in need around the world. “Because of this ‘bridge,' I heard about the dear brother in Uganda who lost both of his hands to his Muslim family's persecution. And God stirred me to pray for his faith not to be shaken! Because of The Worldview, I heard about the steadfast pro-life sister in Britain who recently was killed. I rejoiced to hear how God used her faithfulness and I was stirred to consider if she has family who are grieving. “The Worldview IS an important ministry. It is connecting those who have a supply to those who have needs as 2 Corinthians 8:13-15 articulates. It is also building the Body of Christ as brothers and sisters across the world hear about each other and pray for and encourage each other as a result. “I remember when I first heard about The Worldview in 5 Minutes back in 2018. Kevin Swanson was sharing how he had personally invested $30,000/year of his own money to fund it when it started in 2015. He had recently reached out to this man, Adam McManus, a talk show host down in San Antonio Texas, to see if Adam would voice the newscast. Kevin, obviously, had a vision for how God would use The Worldview. “One final note. Yesterday, when my kids and I heard you cite some of the large donations coming in, where people were giving one-time donations of $500 and $1,000, I realized that those donors were not just donating for the benefit that they, themselves, receive from The Worldview. They were also donating so that someone else could have the same benefits. I praise God for the work He's doing through this newscast.” 11 Worldview listeners gave $1,775.96 And finally, by Wednesday night at 8:00pm Central, 11 Worldview listeners stepped up to the plate and invested their treasure to fund the 6-member team behind The Worldview for another year. Our thanks to Augustine in Auburn, California and Ben in Eureka, California – both of whom gave $20 as well as Carri in Oro Valley, Arizona who gave $25, and Bethany in Austin, Texas who gave $50. We're grateful to God for an anonymous donor in Oxford, New York and David in Houston, Texas – both of whom gave $100, and the McVeda Kids in Great Falls, Montana who gave another $160.96! We appreciate Steven in Ulster Park, New York and James in Lancaster, South Carolina – both of whom gave $200 as well as Leticia and her kids Fletcher, Halen, Beck, and Murphy in Blum, Texas who also gave $200. And we were touched by the generosity of Karl in Grand Rapids, Michigan who gave $700. Those 11 gifts add up to $1,775.96. Ready for our new grand total? Drum roll please. (drum roll sound effect) $ 81,119.96 (sound effect of people cheering) We need to raise $42,380.04 by midnight on Friday, July 31! That means in order to hit our final goal of $123,500 by tomorrow night, Friday, July 31st, God needs to prompt folks to give a seemingly impossible amount of $42,380.04 in order for the 6-member Worldview newscast team to be fully funded for another year. I see the finish line from here. But, without God's help, we are not going to get across it! We still have matches open for the next 4 people who give a one-time gift of $500 because our friend in Naples, Florida will match your gift with another $2,000 of his own money. If those four donations come in, that would leave the difference of $38,380. Listen. Could you be one of 38 people – just 38 -- to give a one-time gift of $1,000? Or, if that's not doable right now, would you consider a monthly pledge of $83.33? No gift is too big or too small. We have received a $5 gift and a $2,400 gift. If everyone does something, we can get there with the Lord's help. Just ask Him. “Lord, how has this newscast made a difference in my life?” What is that worth to you? We had a college student sacrificially give $500. We've had Africans in Eswatini, who have very little funds, invest $10/month. And we've had kids raise hundreds of dollars through creative fundraisers selling cookies and hardboiled eggs and lemonade. Just go to TheWorldview.com, click on Give, select the dollar amount, and make sure to click on the “recurring” button if that's your wish. This newscast team champions the truth and uses the Bible as our plumbline. Don't forget: The Worldview in 5 Minutes is commercial free. We have no sponsors. Nor do we have a pay wall. Anyone who wants to access this newscast can get it for free. So, all we have is you! What is God prompting you to do right now? Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, July 30th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

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PNS Daily Newscast PM Update: July 30, 2026

Public News Service

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 6:00

Centcom launches a "heavy wave" of missile strikes as Iran war expands across the Middle East; California health experts say it's time to book your annual well-child visit; In Minnesota, what does adapting to extreme heat look like? Use of cannabis is on the rise among pregnant Ohioans.

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Tin thế giới - Nổ lớn tại nhiều khu vực trên khắp Iran

VOV - Việt Nam và Thế giới

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 1:34

VOV1 - Truyền thông Iran sáng nay (30/7) xác nhận nhiều địa điểm ở khu vực phía Nam nước này đã bị quân đội Mỹ tập kích và gây ra nhiều vụ nổ lớn. Tuy nhiên, thương vong và tình hình thiệt hại cụ thể chưa được công bố.Truyền thông nhà nước Iran cho biết nổ lớn đã xảy ra tại các thành phố Ahwaz, cảng Bushehr, thành phố Abadan và đảo Qeshm trên vịnh Ba Tư. Tuy nhiên, bản chất các vụ nổ chưa được xác định là do vũ khí của Mỹ gây ra, hay do hoạt động đánh chặn của hệ thống phòng không Iran. Tình hình thương vong và mức độ thiệt hại trong đòn không kích cũng không được đề cập.Trong khi đó, Bộ Tư lệnh Trung tâm Mỹ đặc trách khu vực Trung Đông (CENTCOM) thông báo không quân Mỹ đã hoàn tất đợt tập kích quy mô lớn, đánh phá hàng chục mục tiêu của lực lượng Vệ binh Cách mạng Hồi giáo (IRGC) trên khắp Iran. Trong số các mục tiêu bị tập kích có các trung tâm chỉ huy, trận địa tên lửa và máy bay không người lái, các vị trí phòng thủ ven bờ và khí tài hải quân của IRGC.CENTCOM đồng thời khẳng định toàn bộ tên lửa đạn đạo mà IRGC phóng đi nhằm vào các căn cứ Mỹ ở khu vực ngày 29/7, đã bị bắn hạ. Hơn 50.000 binh sĩ Mỹ triển khai tại Trung Đông, đang trong tình trạng sẵn sàng cao độ. Tuy nhiên, kế hoạch tác chiến tiếp theo, không được đề cập.Đây là lần đầu tiên sau đúng 1 tuần dừng giao tranh, không quân Mỹ mở lại chiến dịch tập kích vào Iran. Hoạt động tác chiến mới được tiến hành một ngày sau khi IRGC bất ngờ phóng tên lửa đạn đạo tấn công căn cứ Mỹ ở Jordan, đồng thời khai hỏa nhắm vào tàu chở dầu tại eo biển Hormuz.Hơn thế, Iran còn bị cáo buộc đã thúc giục các nhóm đồng minh ở Iraq và Yemen, tấn công các mục tiêu Mỹ và Saudi Arabia. Liên quan đến vấn đề này, một số nguồn tin khu vực khẳng định ít nhất 20 thành viên IRGC đã thiệt mạng trong đòn không kích trả đũa của liên quân Mỹ - Saudi Arabia vào miền Bắc Iraq sáng hôm qua. Đây được coi là thiệt hại nhân sự nặng nề nhất với Iran và đồng minh ở Iraq, kể từ khi xung đột bùng phát cuối tháng 2. Tuy nhiên, thông tin chưa được cả Iran cũng như các nguồn độc lập xác nhận.Bá Thi/VOV-CairoMột máy bay cất cánh từ tàu sân bay của Mỹ đêm ngày 29/7 (Ảnh: Reuters)

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Public News Service PM Newscast (July 30, 2026)

Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 6:00 Transcription Available

Centcom launches a “heavy wave” of missile strikes as Iran war expands across the Middle East; California health experts say it's time to book your annual well-child visit; In Minnesota, what does adapting to extreme heat look like? Use of cannabis is on the rise among pregnant Ohioans.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heartland-newsfeed-radio-network--2904397/support.

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20260730-2 - flydubai увеличила число рейсов в Италию & США и ОАЭ создают группу по военному ИИ

Radio Russian Emirates

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 2:03

Новости на радио «Русские Эмираты» в Дубае:- Авиакомпания flydubai увеличила частоту рейсов между Дубаем и Неаполем, а с 31 июля намерена удвоить количество рейсов в Милан. Рейсы из Дубая в Неаполь будут выполняться ежедневно, в Милан – дважды в день.- США и Объединенные Арабские Эмираты договорились создать двустороннюю рабочую группу для ускорения разработки и внедрения технологий искусственного интеллекта в военной сфере, сообщило Центральное командование США (CENTCOM).

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CENTCOM: U.S. Successfully Intercepted All Iranian Missiles

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 48:01

The US military intercepted multiple ballistic missiles fired by Iran in an attempted “surprise attack” on US forces in the Middle East, US Central Command said this evening. The attack came roughly a day after President Trump said the US had halted strikes on Iran. Plus, the president's meeting today with Israel's prime minister, especially given their lingering differences over the war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HHS's CIO Clark Minor is out

The Daily Scoop Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 5:03

The Department of Health and Human Services has a vacancy in its top IT post. Clark Minor is no longer listed as the agency's chief information officer, per a webpage with the health department's IT leadership. Instead, David Hong, the principal deputy CIO, is now identified as the department's acting IT chief. It is unclear when the change to the webpage was made. HHS spokespeople did not immediately respond to FedScoop's requests for comment on the timing of Minor's departure as CIO. Per an agency source granted anonymity to speak more candidly, Minor gave notice to the secretary and is staying on as an advisor to help with the transition. Minor began at HHS as its chief technology officer in the early days of the second Trump administration, and was eventually tapped to replace Jennifer Wendel as CIO upon her departure. He has often been affiliated with the now-defunct Department of Government Efficiency organization. Before joining the department, Minor was global head of cloud at Palantir Technologies for over a decade, per his financial disclosure published by ProPublica. The United States and United Arab Emirates are setting up a new bilateral military crew that will hustle to integrate their forces' artificial intelligence capabilities, and deploy joint assets to monitor and enhance regional security. Task Force Talon Synapse is slated to soon be fully operational, U.S. Central Command announced Tuesday. Approximately 20 American and Emirati personnel with expertise in AI, data, cybersecurity and related technology areas will serve on the Abu Dhabi-based team. Centcom spokesperson Capt. Tim Hawkins told DefenseScoop: “We're working to sign the agreement in the weeks ahead.” The UAE shares maritime borders with Oman, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Iran. It's considered one of America's key strategic and geopolitical partners in the Middle East. The two nations' increasingly close cooperation over recent decades has been largely anchored by combined defense operations, major arms sales and the technological interoperability of their militaries. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

The Wire - July 27, 2026

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 4:45

//The Wire//2300Z July 27, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: WEEKEND SHOOTING REPORTED AT SEATTLE FESTIVAL. VEHICLE RAMMING ATTACK REPORTED IN BERLIN. STABBING ATTACK REPORTED IN PARIS. IRANIAN TARGETING CONTINUES TO STRIKE LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT MIDDLE EAST, U.S. HAS NOT RESPONDED YET.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Middle East: After the intense Iranian targeting of American positions Friday evening, sporadic Iranian drone strikes have been reported throughout the region. Other than targeting American positions, Iranian drone attacks have also been observed striking Kurdish militia encampments in northeastern Iraq. On the American side, CENTCOM has not disclosed any strikes within Iran for several days.Red Sea/HOA: Nearly the entire Jazan Refinery in Saudi Arabia remains on fire following the Houthi targeting on Saturday. As of last night, fire detection satellites indicated that most of the facility has been totally destroyed and satellite imagery from yesterday indicates a very large fire at this facility is still burning and the smoke plume stretches over 50 miles to the south.Europe: This morning Iran issued a public condemnation of the Ukrainian targeting of a Russian vessel. Over the weekend a Ukrainian drone struck a Russian vessel, which resulted in the death of one crew member. This crew member happened to be an Iranian citizen, which prompted Foreign Minister Araghchi to issue a statement of outrage.Analyst Comment: It is very unlikely that the Ukrainians would have known that one random crewmember onboard a vessel was technically Iranian, but intentional or not, this incident is another step towards linking the war in Europe with the conflict in the Middle East.Germany: On Sunday, a vehicle ramming attack was reported at the Pride festival in Berlin. One assailant ramming his vehicle into a crowd in the vicinity of the Tiergarden west of the Brandenburg Gate, killing one person and wounding 29 others. After the ramming, the suspect exited the vehicle and reportedly stabbed several people with a machete, before fleeing the scene. This prompted a nationwide manhunt for the assailant that was carried out Sunday afternoon. By Sunday evening, the suspect had been located in a residential area of Spandau. Once located, the suspect allegedly tried to stab the arresting officers, which resulted in the suspect being shot and killed. The suspect was identified as Abdul Ballout, who had reportedly just been released from a juvenile detention facility.France: This morning a stabbing attack was reported in Paris, near Porte de Clichy. One assailant stabbed 3x women on the street, before being restrained by bystanders and an off-duty police officer. While being held down by responding citizens, the attacker claimed that the attack was Islamic in nature, prompting the government to classify this incident as a terror attack.-HomeFront-Washington: Yesterday a shooting was reported at the Bite of Seattle food festival at the Seattle Center. Multiple black/Middle Eastern males began shooting at each other inside a crowd at the event, which resulted in 3x people killed, and 4x others wounded.Analyst Comment: This incident was initially reported as a mass shooting, however the multiple shooters were not targeting the crowd, as this was almost certainly a gang/cultural shooting. As a result of the cultural implications, Seattle Police have not released the name of the suspect(s) they have in custody, nor have they released the photo of the suspect which remains at large.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Despite the substantial Iranian targeting over the past few days, the American response has so far been very minimal and no meaningful strikes have been conducted since Friday night within Iran. This is probably a reflection of the calm before the storm, as the United States continues to stage assets for a large scale attack sometime soon. Over the weekend, many phone calls were likely made which may have delayed whatever American targeting was planned to take place, as several Iranian/Houthi targeting efforts appear to have been more substantial than expected. The Houthi strike on the Jazan Refinery was very clearly an extremely devastating strike from the Houthis, which probably caused the Saudis pause regarding how much hurt the Houthis can bring to the table. Similarly, the heavy targeting of Erbil (and Patriot battery at this base) has likely resulted in a degradation of air defenses in this sector. How bad the damage is, is anyone's guess, but based on the scorch marks observed from space last week, it is hard to imagine this air defense site remaining operational. The Iranians have also claimed to have struck half a dozen other air defense sites throughout the region, but these can't be verified until better satellite imagery is available. Which might take time due to the deliberate censorship of imagery as mandated by the U.S. government.Over the past few weeks, anecdotal evidence from locals on the ground throughout the region has increasingly indicated fewer and fewer successful interceptions of Iranian munitions. These reports are very hard to quantify as most of the time it's a shepherd looking up and visually seeing the interceptors miss the Iranian missile, or no interceptors being launched in the first place. Obviously, these reports are about as unconfirmed as it can get, but the smoking craters that are visible on satellite imagery add a lot of credence to the general theory that, for whatever reason, interceptions are not as effective as advertised. However, as it stands the U.S. will probably respond in some way, not just because of the scale of the Iranian missile strikes, but also the fact that this targeting (and the collapse of the ceasefire) has resulted in the Strait of Hormuz remaining fully closed. What that response will be or when it will be carried out, only time will tell.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground NomadNet: 5fa68c88be727a0e1a250a75e5e79269 Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//

CENTCOM: U.S. Strikes Iran in 13th Consecutive Night

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 48:29

According to a new report, the president is weighing a massive new attack in Iran. Meanwhile, two sources say U.S. intelligence assesses the current bombing campaign is unlikely to get Iran to give in. Plus, what the Trump administration is doing in response to a report that Vice President Vance's Secret Service detail is "fed up" with being used for personal and family travel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

News Round Up and Comment

Crosstalk America from VCY America

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 53:28

Another active news week brought stories you need to be aware of and to understand from a Christian perspective. Here are some highlights from the first quarter hour: --U.S. CENTCOM announced yesterday that forces struck Iranian targets for the 13th straight night as Israel braces for a counter attack from Iran. --On Thursday, President Trump said Iranian money controlled by the U.S. will be used to pay for ships damaged as a result of the war in the Middle East. --The Senate rejected a resolution calling for the U.S. to cease military action in Iran, just hours after the House passed a similar measure amid renewed hostilities following the collapse of the cease-fire. --Marco Rubio laid down "Trump's Law" when asked about Iran. Jim provided audio of his comments. --Nearly 3 years after the October 7, 2023, massacre, Hamas has calmly elected a new head of its political bureau. This demonstrates that the terror group remains sufficiently organized to manage internal, political affairs, while continuing to rule much of the Gaza Strip and dictate the lives of more than 2 million Palestinians. --The Israeli military confirmed that it's constructing a physical barrier along the so-called "yellow line" in Gaza. --Israel has set an election date, October 27th, for the Netanyahu government to complete its full term. --Danny Danon, Israel's ambassador to the U.N., commented on the mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdami, who had said he would arrest Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, when he comes to address the U.N. General Assembly.

CBN NewsWatch AM: ISRAEL BRACING FOR POSSIBLE IRANIAN RETALIATORY ATTACK July 24, 2026

CBN.com - NewsWatch - Video Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 28:29

Centcom announced U.S. Forces struck Iranian targets. Israel is now bracing for a possible Iranian retaliatory attack. Turning overseas to Africa. Since mid-May, more than 1,000 people have died from the Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic ...

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News Round Up and Comment

Crosstalk America

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 53:28

Another active news week brought stories you need to be aware of and to understand from a Christian perspective. Here are some highlights from the first quarter hour: --U.S. CENTCOM announced yesterday that forces struck Iranian targets for the 13th straight night as Israel braces for a counter attack from Iran. --On Thursday, President Trump said Iranian money controlled by the U.S. will be used to pay for ships damaged as a result of the war in the Middle East. --The Senate rejected a resolution calling for the U.S. to cease military action in Iran, just hours after the House passed a similar measure amid renewed hostilities following the collapse of the cease-fire. --Marco Rubio laid down "Trump's Law" when asked about Iran. Jim provided audio of his comments. --Nearly 3 years after the October 7, 2023, massacre, Hamas has calmly elected a new head of its political bureau. This demonstrates that the terror group remains sufficiently organized to manage internal, political affairs, while continuing to rule much of the Gaza Strip and dictate the lives of more than 2 million Palestinians. --The Israeli military confirmed that it's constructing a physical barrier along the so-called "yellow line" in Gaza. --Israel has set an election date, October 27th, for the Netanyahu government to complete its full term. --Danny Danon, Israel's ambassador to the U.N., commented on the mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdami, who had said he would arrest Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, when he comes to address the U.N. General Assembly.

US Market Open: Brent Sept'26 -2.6%, benefitting US equity futures, INTC +4% after strong Q2 report

Ransquawk Rundown, Daily Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 2:09

US and Iran continued to exchange strikes, with CENTCOM conducting a 13th night of attacks on Iranian military targets; US President Trump said Iran wants to reach an agreement but is not yet ready.Iran reportedly rejected a US ceasefire proposal presented by Iraq's PM, while Tehran also refused to amend a separate 10-day ceasefire plan linked to discussions over the Strait of Hormuz.The Trump administration imposed new tariffs of 10-12.5% on imports from 60 countries over claims that they had failed to prevent forced labour.US equity futures are entirely in the green, supported by the upbeat beat mood in Europe while lower oil prices are also supporting indices (Brent -3.5%).DXY rangebound; Antipodeans outperform amid the risk-on tone, while EUR helped by positive flash PMIs.Fixed income benchmarks helped by the lower crude prices.Looking ahead, highlights include US Flash PMIs (Jul), Canadian PPI (Jun). Comments from ECB's Lane. Scope Ratings update on Norway.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

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EU Market Open: Brent a back below $100/bbl, benefitting European equity futures

Ransquawk Rundown, Daily Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 2:22

US and Iran continued to exchange strikes, with CENTCOM conducting a 13th night of attacks on Iranian military targets; US President Trump said Iran wants to reach an agreement but is not yet ready.Iran reportedly rejected a US ceasefire proposal presented by Iraq's PM, while Tehran also refused to amend a separate 10-day ceasefire plan linked to discussions over the Strait of Hormuz.The Trump administration imposed new tariffs of 10%-12.5% on imports from 60 countries over claims that they had failed to prevent forced labour.APAC stocks followed Wall Street lower, DXY mildly softened, 10yr UST futures remained near contract lows, and crude futures slightly pulled back after Brent rose above USD 100/bbl.European equity futures indicate a slightly positive cash market open, with Euro Stoxx 50 futures up 0.1%;Looking ahead, highlights include Global Flash PMIs (Jul), German GfK Consumer Confidence (Aug), UK Retail Sales (Jun), Canadian PPI (Jun), BoE DMP (Jul). Comments from ECB's Lane. Scope Ratings update on Norway.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

News Round Up and Comment

Current Events on SermonAudio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 53:28

Another active news week brought stories you need to be aware of and to understand from a Christian perspective. Here are some highlights from the first quarter hour: --U.S. CENTCOM announced yesterday that forces struck Iranian targets for the 13th straight night as Israel braces for a counter attack from Iran. --On Thursday, President Trump said Iranian money controlled by the U.S. will be used to pay for ships damaged as a result of the war in the Middle East. --The Senate rejected a resolution calling for the U.S. to cease military action in Iran, just hours after the House passed a similar measure amid renewed hostilities following the collapse of the cease-fire. --Marco Rubio laid down "Trump's Law" when asked about Iran. Jim provided audio of his comments. --Nearly 3 years after the October 7, 2023, massacre, Hamas has calmly elected a new head of its political bureau. This demonstrates that the terror group remains sufficiently organized to manage internal, political affairs, while continuing to rule much of the Gaza Strip and dictate the lives of more than 2 million Palestinians. --The Israeli military confirmed that it's constructing a physical barrier along the so-called "yellow line" in Gaza. --Israel has set an election date, October 27th, for the Netanyahu government to complete its full term. --Danny Danon, Israel's ambassador to the U.N., commented on the mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdami, who had said he would arrest Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, when he comes to address the U.N. General Assembly.

News Round Up and Comment

9/11 Tragedy on SermonAudio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 53:28

Another active news week brought stories you need to be aware of and to understand from a Christian perspective. Here are some highlights from the first quarter hour: --U.S. CENTCOM announced yesterday that forces struck Iranian targets for the 13th straight night as Israel braces for a counter attack from Iran. --On Thursday, President Trump said Iranian money controlled by the U.S. will be used to pay for ships damaged as a result of the war in the Middle East. --The Senate rejected a resolution calling for the U.S. to cease military action in Iran, just hours after the House passed a similar measure amid renewed hostilities following the collapse of the cease-fire. --Marco Rubio laid down "Trump's Law" when asked about Iran. Jim provided audio of his comments. --Nearly 3 years after the October 7, 2023, massacre, Hamas has calmly elected a new head of its political bureau. This demonstrates that the terror group remains sufficiently organized to manage internal, political affairs, while continuing to rule much of the Gaza Strip and dictate the lives of more than 2 million Palestinians. --The Israeli military confirmed that it's constructing a physical barrier along the so-called "yellow line" in Gaza. --Israel has set an election date, October 27th, for the Netanyahu government to complete its full term. --Danny Danon, Israel's ambassador to the U.N., commented on the mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdami, who had said he would arrest Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, when he comes to address the U.N. General Assembly.

US Strikes Iran for 13th Consecutive Night + President Trump Considers "Massive Attack" on Iran + Houthi Rebels Attack Saudi Arabian Tankers in Red Sea; US Says Iran Will Be Held Responsible

I - On Defense Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 24:18

For review:1. Iran has reportedly rejected a ceasefire deal passed along from the United States by Iraqi mediators.According to The New York Times, citing Iranian and Iraqi officials, Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi traveled to Iran today with a proposal formulated not long after he met with US President Donald Trump in the White House earlier this month.2. The US military says it completed its latest round of strikes on Iran that marked a 13th consecutive night of American attacks.The latest wave of strikes lasted more than two hours, according to the US Central Command.CENTCOM says the latest attacks concluded shortly before 5 a.m. local time.3. US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he is considering ordering the largest US attack on Iran yet, adding that Israel would join the strikes upon his request.4. US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to bomb one Iranian bridge or power plant in return for each attack on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, reiterating his longstanding threat to go after Iranian infrastructure as fighting has escalated in recent weeks and could reportedly further intensify in the coming days.According to a Wednesday report in Hebrew media, the US informed Israel that it will soon deploy heavy bombers for strikes on Iran, presumably targeting fortified nuclear sites, in what would be a major escalation.5. Iranian drone attacks on CIA facilities in the Gulf have prompted US intelligence analysts to investigate whether Russia assisted by providing targeting information or advanced drone technology, said four people familiar with US intelligence. 6. The Iran-backed Houthis struck two Saudi oil tankers on Thursday that they accused of violating a naval blockade imposed by the group, signaling a potential new front in the US-Iran conflict, Yemen's Houthis said they targeted two Saudi oil tankers, identified as Encelia and Laylia, saying the vessels violated their naval blockade.7. US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that the agreement reached with Saudi Arabia for a civilian nuclear program would require Riyadh to normalize relations with Israel, prompting praise from the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.8. Lebanon's prime minister on Wednesday visited a battered southern village that was vacated by Israeli troops, planting a Lebanese flag at the scene and declaring that it marked the beginning of a complete Israeli withdrawal.9. The US House passed its version of a $1.15 trillion fiscal 2027 defense authorization bill on a 216-to-212 vote.

CENTCOM Confirms 11th Consecutive Night of Strikes in Iran

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 48:11

Tonight, new U.S. airstrikes on Iran. This comes after America's top defense official was asked to explain how the Iranian military he said was "destroyed and made combat ineffective" just days into the war is still a deadly threat now. Plus, it was the crash of a Pan Am flight nearly 75 years ago that led to the mandatory safety briefings we get before every takeoff. Now, that long-lost wreckage has been found. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CENTCOM: New Round of U.S. Strikes on Iran Underway

The Lead with Jake Tapper

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 89:02

A new warning from the president after the first U.S. death since the early days of the Iran war. A look at what could come next as the United States pumps more American ships into a combat zone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Wire - July 20, 2026

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 7:42

//The Wire//2300Z July 20, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: CENTCOM CONFIRMS FOUR AMERICAN CASUALTIES FOLLOWING IRANIAN STRIKES IN MIDDLE EAST. ARSON ATTACK REPORTED AT FEDERAL BUILDING IN NYC.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Jordan: Over the weekend CENTCOM confirmed the deaths of three US service members, who were killed as a result of the strikes on a barracks building at Muwaffaq al Salti Airbase. Two of the casualties have been identified as 1LT Tyler James Feehan, and Private Isabella Gonzales. The third casualty officially remains classified as Missing in Action as the remains will require DNA analysis to confirm identity, and has not yet been officially identified. A fourth casualty was also reported somewhere in Iraq, which was the result of an Iranian drone strike.Middle East: Following Iranian targeting of the al-Subiya Power Station, Kuwait has begun to rely on portable substations and generators to provide electricity while repairs are made. The scale of the power outages is not known, but Iranian forces have struck several logistical hubs and electrical power plants over the past few days. In Bahrain, Iranian targeting has remained heavy over the weekend, with several ballistic missile strikes reported at American installations around the country.Strait of Hormuz: Several more merchant vessels were struck over the past few days, most of which were tankers attempting to use the southern Omani route instead of the Iranian route. At least one of these vessels resulted in the crew abandoning ship before being rescued.Iran: After these collective strikes over the weekend, American targeting efforts intensified with the latest bombing campaign focusing on the targeting of bridges and civilian roadway tunnels around Bandar Abbas. Many of the roads that lead to the port city are now cut off, with only a few major roadways allowing access to the city. Several bridges have also already been repaired, and the status of others remains unclear until better satellite imagery is available.-HomeFront-New York: This morning an arson attack was reported at the Federal building in downtown Manhattan. One assailant approached the building with a bucket of gasoline, dumping the bucket at the northeast side of the structure. The suspect immediately ignited the pool of gas, which also contained a mix of commercial grade fireworks. The suspect was immediately detained by the plethora of police already on scene, as the accelerant burned on the sidewalk. Analyst Comment: No motive has yet been conveyed regarding this attack, however some of the paraphernalia scattered throughout the scene of the attack appears to be political in nature, opposing ICE.Washington D.C. - This morning, the latest numbers for Strategic Petroleum Reserve levels were released indicating that over the past week, the US has drained the SPR by an additional 5.1 million barrels, to it's lowest level since the Tanker War in 1983.Analyst Comment: Many might have assumed that the US might have re-stocked the SPR during the two-week ceasefire in the Middle East, however very little oil actually made it out of the region during that time, which amounted to only a tiny fraction of US daily usage. Since the war began five months ago, only a very small percentage of oil has exited the region, and the US has been draining the SPR at breakneck pace in order to keep the country going.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Concerning the American casualties sustained over the weekend, it is extremely important to note that the deaths of 1LT Feehan and PVT Gonzales are officially classified under Operation INHERENT RESOLVE (OIR)...not under Operation EPIC FURY (OEFU). Inherent Resolve is the long-standing mission to combat ISIS in Syria, and not in any way linked to the current war in Iran. As a result, the true number of casualties sustained warrants further investigation. This classification could have been an administrative error, but this would also be a way of camouflaging casualty figures. The Defense Casualty Analysis System (DCAS) is the main database for logging all American casualties, which are defined by military operation. In this case, these deaths are not cataloged under either operation yet, adding to the more broad (but also growing) concerns that the database has been concealing the true number of casualties, specifically the numbers of personnel wounded.In fact, while admonishing these concerns as "baseless and malicious accusations" Assistant Secretary of War Sean Parnell directly contradicted the numbers his own department was producing. He stated in an interview with CBS News that roughly 100 personnel had been wounded throughout the war over the past month....while his own database states that a grand total of zero personnel had been wounded for the month of July, and three in June. If this testimony is accurate, this confirms beyond all doubt that the Pentagon is lying about the number of troops wounded during this campaign. Considering that the Pentagon has disclosed a total of 413x soldiers wounded during this entire campaign, ~100x WIA being reported within a month (which also included a two-week ceasefire) is alarming to say the least.The cause of the fatalities reported over the weekend is also important to note as these deaths were very likely preventable. In the days leading up to the ballistic missile striking the housing at this base, the Iranians successfully struck the Patriot battery in Erbil, Iraq. This missile defense site would have been one of the sites providing protection for missiles launched into Jordan. With this battery offline or at least degraded in some way, it is possible that a clear air corridor existed that allowed Iranian ballistic missiles to fly unchallenged through a gap in air defense coverage. If the Erbil strike also damaged the radar array, it is also very possible that the warning time for an incoming ballistic missile would have been reduced, so any defenses at the target base would have been less effective. Obviously, the true scale of the damage to this air defense site would be classified, so in the public eye we have to guess as to how bad it was based on blurry satellite imagery. However the military commanders who knew the systems and did NOT have to guess, were also the same commanders who had the authority to either issue warnings or orders to disperse from the unprotected Containerized Housing Units (CHUs) that were struck by Iran. The failure of command to disperse their soldiers is what led to these fatalities.The very minute that the Patriot battery was struck in Erbil was a major clue that the Iranians were conducting shaping fires of their own...they were striking the air defense sites so as to open up a gap in air defense coverage, and reach out to American positions with their larger ballistic missiles.Though it is usually in poor taste to reflect on failures in the immediate aftermath of the death of troops, in the interest of expediency sometimes uncomfortable conversations must be had in order to prevent further loss of life. If a gap in air defense coverage is what allowed this strike to happen, it is almost certain that this gap still exists and that the danger to American service members is still not mitigated. For ALL American troops in the Middle East, this observation must be noted: If the Iranians are striking air defense sites, the next assumption must be that the Iranians are planning to strike something that would have been protected by that site. In retrospect this is common sense, but even at this very moment, the continued strikes on American positions (and the nearly total lack of fortification efforts at these bases, even to this day) continues to indicate that the Iranian targeting efforts are not being taken seriously by senior American decision makers. Five months into this war, CENTCOM leadership has still not figured out that the Iranians can strike their bases at will, and as demonstrated by the strikes in Kuwait and Jordan, the US is still not digging in, and also not dispersing enough to avoid troops getting killed. No underground fortification efforts have been undertaken at any base in the Middle East, and satellite imagery indicates that no substantial fortifications have been undertaken either. Granting as much leeway to the Pentagon's decision making process as possible, it is possible that no hardening of defenses would have mattered considering the missiles Iran is launching. Drone defense is one thing, but it would take years to build a bunker that would withstand the impact of an Iranian Fattah or Ghadr missile. Nevertheless, when it comes to defending American positions, doing something is better than doing nothing, and concrete does not take half a year to dry.Even if large-scale construction projects are off the menu, ALL military publications, textbooks, and training scenarios dictate and demand what has been obvious since World War One...Dispersion is the name of the game. This is what kept casualties to a minimum in Bahrain, but different theater commanders have different personal initiatives. Some are more proactive with their defense, and others have done nothing at all, besides making sure that all of the vehicles in the motorpool are lined up neatly.Where this goes from here is anyone's guess, but unless radical and immediate changes are made, the United States will continue to suffer casualties. And as long as the bombing continues which is motivating Iran to target our bases, this indirectly highlights the deficiencies with American air defense technologies, not just for this war, but for the wars to come.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground NomadNet: 5fa68c88be72

The Wire - July 21, 2026

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 3:16

//The Wire//2300Z July 21, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: HOUTHIS ANNOUNCE EMBARGO OF SAUDI OIL TANKERS. LARGE SCALE BOMBINGS OF IRAN CONTINUE. ANDY BURNHAM ASSUMES OFFICE AS BRITISH PRIME MINISTER. STABBING REPORTED AT CHURCH IN IRELAND.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Middle East : The war continues as before with a new series of attacks taking place overnight, with CENTCOM conducting their 7th wave of airstrikes within Iran since the break of the ceasefire. In Jordan, the Tower 22 Base was struck again, with Iranian ballistic missiles targeting an aircraft hangar as well as a warehouse.Bahrain: Significant Iranian targeting continued with the Iranians striking the electrical substation powering an Amazon data center. The data center itself was not hit, but the center remains offline due to the power source being cut.Black Sea: The targeting of oil tankers by both Ukraine and Russia has continued, with concerns growing regarding the wider threats to petroleum infrastructure. Yesterday, Kazakhstan halted all shipments of oil through their pipelines that eventually arrive at the Russian oil terminals on the Black Sea, due to the threats presented by Ukrainian drones.Ireland: This morning a stabbing attack was reported at Holy Cross Church in Tramore, Wateford. One woman was stabbed at the altar shortly before Mass began, with the assailant fleeing the scene before being detained a short distance from the church. The victim remains hospitalized with serious wounds following the attack.United Kingdom: Yesterday Andy Burnham formally transitioned into the role of Prime Minister. This afternoon, he authorized the use of British bases by the United States to conduct strikes in Iran, marking a more public foreign policy departure from Starmer's government.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: In the Red Sea, things are not going so well. Last night, the Houthis claimed to have partially closed the Bab el Mandeb Strait, threatening another major global maritime chokepoint. This announcement has been implemented as a blockade of Saudi ports, with the Houthi's claiming that all ships bound for Saudi Arabia will be attacked. The status of other ships just passing through the area remains unclear.As a reminder, the US already fought the Houthis, specifically over their closure of the Bab el Mandeb Strait last year. That conflict resulted in a de facto Houthi victory after the US ceased the bombing campaign without securing the defeat of the Houthis, and many shipping companies have, to this day, continued to avoid the Red Sea route altogether. So far, the Houthi's have not struck any vessels however reports suggest they may have turned a couple of tankers around without missiles being fired.The Houthis are perhaps an even more substantial threat to the region than most realize, simply due to the weapons available to them. Unlike Iran, which has the capability of hitting individual ships in the comparatively cramped Strait of Hormuz, the Houthis have historically had to rely on the sledgehammer approach. It is true that the Houthis will strike vessels in their backyard with relative ease, but their main target is the Saudi port of Yanbu, far to the north on the east coast of the Red Sea. From that distance, the Houthis can't hit individual ships...they will be hitting the oil terminal itself. That's comparatively worse than striking just one ship; the Houthi targeting efforts are a much more blunt instrument than observed with Iran, and as a result they are more likely to cause damage that lasts a long time. This was already demonstrated by their previous targeting efforts during the short-lived war last year. The Houthis can also hurt the United States more directly too...Camp Lemonnier in Djbouti is just 70 miles away from Yemen, on the other side of the Strait. This has historically been a non-combat post, but this can change in an instant, if the belligerents choose to escalate this war to include two continents.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground NomadNet: 5fa68c88be727a0e1a250a75e5e79269 Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//

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27th Anniversary of Falun Dafa's Persecution; 2 Killed Soldiers ID'ed | NTD Good Morning (July 20)

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 94:32

This year marks the 27th anniversary of the deadly persecution of the meditation practice Falun Dafa, also known as Falun Gong. To raise awareness of another year of human rights violations by the Chinese Communist Party, Falun Gong practitioners and human rights advocates are holding parades and rallies around the world, including in the nation's capital this week.U.S. Central Command says another wave of airstrikes was launched against Iran on Sunday, targeting command centers, missile and drone launch sites and military communications networks. According to CENTCOM, one American service member was killed in Iraq on Saturday, and two other service members died in Jordan, while a third remains missing following an Iranian attack on Friday.Spain is back on top of the soccer world. After a hundred tense minutes at the packed New York-New Jersey Stadium, substitute Ferran Torres buried the biggest goal of his career. An extra-time strike that gave Spain a 1-0 victory over Argentina, and the nation's second World Cup title. Coach Luis de la Fuente says his young squad is already looking ahead to defending its title and the 20-0 World Cup. Spain will co-host that tournament, alongside Portugal and Morocco.

IEEPA Refunds & the Strait of Hormuz Closed (Again)

Armchair Attorney

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 55:34

The International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariffs were additional duties imposed by the Trump administration starting in early 2025, primarily using IEEPA's emergency powers to address issues like fentanyl trafficking, immigration, and trade deficits. These included "fentanyl" or "trafficking" tariffs on imports from countries such as China, Canada, and Mexico, as well as broader "reciprocal" or "baseline" tariffs (often 10% or higher) applied to goods from many trading partners, and some targeted measures on Brazil and India. Imposed on top of standard duties, they affected millions of entries and raised costs across supply chains. In February 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump that IEEPA did not authorize the president to impose such tariffs, invalidating them and halting new collections as of late February 2026. Approximately $166 billion in IEEPA duties were collected from over 330,000 importers across more than 53 million entries. As of mid-2026, CBP has processed significant refunds through its Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) system in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) portal, with tens of billions paid out (e.g., around $20–24 billion by late May/early June, accelerating to higher amounts like $49 billion in June in some reports, and over $70 billion authorized/paid in updates by July). Refunds include interest and are issued electronically via ACH, but the process is phased and ongoing; not all claims have been fully disbursed yet, and litigation continues over scope. To claim refunds, only the importer of record (or authorized customs broker) who paid the duties can apply, typically via the CAPE claim portal in the ACE Secure Data Portal (ace.cbp.dhs.gov). Prepare by ensuring your importer record and ACH banking details are updated, identifying eligible entries (IEEPA-specific HTS codes on unliquidated or recently liquidated entries), and submitting CAPE Declarations (CSV files listing entries). Phase 1 (launched April 20, 2026) covers many unliquidated cases; later phases expand to reconciliation and more liquidated entries. For older liquidated entries, file protests within 180 days or pursue Court of International Trade action. Consult a customs broker, attorney, or the CBP website for guidance, as eligibility is limited to IEEPA duties (not Section 232, 301, etc.). The U.S.-Iran conflict, which escalated in 2025–2026 involving direct strikes, Israeli actions, and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, saw a temporary de-escalation via a June 2026 Memorandum of Understanding between President Trump and Iranian leadership aimed at ceasing hostilities, reopening the strait, and starting nuclear talks. However, as of mid-July 2026, the truce has largely collapsed amid renewed tit-for-tat strikes: Iran has attacked shipping and regional targets, while the U.S. (via CENTCOM) has conducted multiple waves of strikes on Iranian military sites, air defenses, missiles, and infrastructure. Blockades, drone/missile exchanges, and diplomatic friction persist, with Trump signaling potential for swift further action but also openness to talks. The situation remains volatile, with risks to global energy flows and regional stability, though full-scale resumption of earlier peak fighting has been avoided so far.This program is brought to you by DAT Freight & Analytics. Since 1978, DAT has helped truckers & brokers discover more available loads. Whether you're heading home or looking for your next adventure, DAT is building the most trusted marketplace in freight. New users of DAT can save 10% off for the first 12 months by following the link below. Built on the latest technology, DAT One gives you control over every aspect of moving freight, so that you can run your business with speed & efficiency.This program is also brought to you by our newest sponsor, GenLogs. GenLogs is setting a new standard of care for freight intelligence. Book your demo for GenLogs today at www.genlogs.io today!

It Could Happen Here Weekly 241

Behind the Bastards

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2026 174:12 Transcription Available

All of this week's episodes of It Could Happen Here put together in one large file. How the Supreme Court Changed Digital Privacy Rights Free Football from FIFA How to Fire Your Boss The DSA Red Scare Executive Disorder: Three ICE Killings, UAW Investigation, Explosive Diarrhea You can now listen to all Cool Zone Media shows, 100% ad-free through the Cooler Zone Media subscription, available exclusively on Apple Podcasts. So, open your Apple Podcasts app, search for “Cooler Zone Media” and subscribe today! http://apple.co/coolerzone Sources/Links: How the Supreme Court Changed Digital Privacy Rights https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/25pdf/25-112_0am4.pdf https://www.scotusblog.com/2026/06/court-rules-that-law-enforcements-use-of-geofence-warrant-was-a-search/ https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2025/09/rayhunter-what-we-have-found-so-far https://natlawreview.com/article/your-location-data-now-your-own Free Football from FIFA https://www.Rebootfifa.com https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jul/03/egypt-world-cup-hossam-hassan-blurring-lines-football-politics-egypt How to Fire Your Boss https://industrialworker.carrd.co https://linktr.ee/raisaf161 https://www.commondreams.org/opinion/need-for-solidarity-unionism The DSA Red Scare http://program.dsausa.org https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1rKpagMuXmG9L9Djy7ZKLqTOLiQxCilS5cr8-UxIcUhI/edit?usp=sharing https://democraticleft.dsausa.org/2026/06/23/building-the-party-one-office-at-a-time/ https://x.com/canarymission/status/2072658131163693304?s=20 https://www.axios.com/2026/06/25/mamdani-left-democrats-nyc-jeffries-centrists https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbARdcqmWTY https://x.com/harrisonjaime/status/2069570034868047996?s=20 https://x.com/MariamaJames13/status/2072340515257782299?s=20 https://x.com/DataProgress/status/2072738855950630981?s=20 https://www.cityandstateny.com/politics/2026/04/more-new-yorkers-voted-last-year-any-mayoral-election-1969/413224/ https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/12/nyregion/dsa-young-voters-primary-ny.html https://x.com/USA_Polling/status/2073097064540455315?s=20 https://x.com/USA_Polling/status/2073096909728682088?s=20 https://x.com/USA_Polling/status/2072027580467655100?s=20 https://x.com/USA_Polling/status/2077167616880255056?s=20 https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/07/01/democrats-should-fight-dsa/ https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/07/democrats-fight-left-dsa/687839/ Executive Disorder: Three ICE Killings, UAW Investigation, Explosive Diarrhea https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/sen-lindsey-graham-dies-71-brief-sudden-illness-rcna552722 https://x.com/WelcomeTheGulag/status/2076874632506834992?s=20 https://x.com/FBIDirectorKash/status/2076307271873691671?s=20 https://www.npr.org/2026/07/13/nx-s1-5888586/transgender-gender-affirming-care-medicare-medicaid-hhs https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/07/09/rubio-tries-enlist-other-nations-antifa-fight-some-allies-recoil/ https://x.com/TheTNHoller/status/2076340630091911417?s=20 https://x.com/atrupar/status/2076310780165669185?s=20 https://x.com/SecRubio/status/2076671740407652582?s=20 https://www.reuters.com/world/trump-administration-launches-effort-isolate-international-criminal-court-2026-07-13/ https://archive.ph/kCuKC#selection-567.13-567.67 https://x.com/Osinttechnical/status/2077169026430628009?s=20 https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2076732825349628250 https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2076732825349628250 https://x.com/KSAMOFA/status/2074561104022233521 https://x.com/HormuzLetter/status/2077118318088008072?s=20 https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2077496765553811628 https://x.com/nathanTbernard/status/2076687428962640325?s=20 https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/07/13/central-maine/central-maine-police-courts/video-federal-agents-pull-man-from-car-fatal-shooting/ https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/2026/07/ice-vehicle-shooting-maine-dhs/687912/?gift=Tsjgy5hc-Y7tsZCY3EHYrTDbV3lXsGSUmzHP3VVeY4Y&utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=share https://x.com/dhsgov/status/2076798878595342620?s=46 https://x.com/NoticiasCaracol/status/2076993772802506969 https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/2026-04/26_0403_ocfo_fy27-budget-office-of-inspector-general.pdf https://edition.cnn.com/2026/07/14/politics/video/breaking-ice-suspend-vehicle-stops-fatal-shootings-ip https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/dhs_fy2027.pdf https://apnews.com/article/ice-shooting-maine-immigration-dhs-f26f8c2256aa6f0748582ea4adbb515c https://maineimmigrantrights.org/maines-immigrant-community-responds-to-ice-shooting-in-biddeford/ https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/immigration/article316506896.html https://x.com/CBSNews/status/2077151442968641769?s=20 https://prospect.org/2026/07/14/monitor-amok-uaw-shawn-fain-investigation/ https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jul/13/justice-department-uaw-president-investigation https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-07-12/doj-investigating-allegations-against-uaw-president-shawn-fain https://x.com/ryangrim/status/2076418443377623528?s=20 https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/cdc-quietly-scaled-back-surveillance-program-foodborne-illnesses-rcna227089 https://www.consumerreports.org/health/food-safety/you-shouldnt-avoid-fruits-and-vegetables-due-to-cyclospora-a9570579349/ https://defector.com/why-the-explosive-diarrhea-parasite-is-way-worse-than-regular-diarrhea-parasites https://apnews.com/article/weather-forecasts-worsen-doge-trump-cuts-tornado-da573a044916c06cebcdb92b1f1452e6See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tin thế giới - Mỹ tăng cường tập kích và điều thêm khí tài đến Israel, Iran cảnh báo tấn công toàn lực

VOV - Việt Nam và Thế giới

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2026 2:20

VOV1 - Bất chấp kêu gọi và cảnh báo quốc tế, đêm qua, quân đội Mỹ tiếp tục tấn công vào Iran. Đây là đêm thứ 7 liên tiếp, lực lượng Mỹ không kích vào Iran, đánh dấu bước leo thang nghiêm trọng chưa từng có giữa hai bên kể từ sau lệnh ngừng bắn ngày 8/4.Thông báo vừa công bố trên mạng xã hội X của Bộ Tư lệnh Trung tâm Mỹ đặc trách khu vực Trung Đông (CENTCOM) cho biết lực lượng Mỹ đã phát động đợt tấn công mới vào Iran trong đêm thứ 7 liên tiếp. Chiến dịch được tiến hành theo lệnh của Tổng tư lệnh quân đội Hoa Kỳ, nhằm tiếp tục là suy yếu năng lực quân sự của Iran.Ngay sau thông báo của CENTCOM, truyền thông Iran báo cáo về một loạt vụ nổ lớn tại tỉnh Bushehr, thành phố Sirik và khu vực đảo Qeshm gần eo biển Hormuz. Tuy nhiên, các thông tin liên quan khác, chưa được công bố.Trước đó, lãnh đạo tỉnh Busher hồi tối qua cáo buộc quân đội Mỹ đã tấn công tàu chở dầu không tải đang neo đậu tại đảo Kharg, bên trong vịnh Ba Tư. Phó Thống đốc tỉnh Busher, ông Ehsan Jahanian cho biết con tàu bị tập kích là Belma NI 22. Phương tiện này đã bị lực lượng Mỹ tấn công lần đầu đêm 15/7, khi đang tìm cách cập cảng trên đảo Kharg.Về động thái của phía Iran, hãng thông tấn Tasnim tối qua dẫn thông báo của Vệ binh Cách mạng Hồi giáo Iran (IRGC) khẳng định lực lượng này đã tấn công một tàu chở hàng mang cờ Thái Lan tại eo Hormuz do không tuân thủ hướng dẫn và từ chối hợp tác với IRGC. Đây là tàu hàng đầu tiên bị Iran tập kích tại eo Hormuz trong khoảng một tuần qua, kể từ khi đợt giao tranh mới giữa Mỹ và Iran bùng phát đêm 11/7. Tuy nhiên, các thông tin liên quan khác như thời gian, địa điểm cũng như tình trạng của thủy thủ đoàn sau khi bị tấn công, không được đề cập.Về tương lai chiến sự, truyền thông Israel và khu vực tối qua đưa tin chính quyền Mỹ đã thông báo cho Israel về việc sẽ gửi thêm hàng chục máy bay tiếp dầu đến Israel trong những ngày tới, dấu hiệu cho thấy Mỹ có thể chuẩn bị đẩy mạnh chiến dịch tập kích vào Iran. Hiện tại, Mỹ đang duy trì 33 máy bay tiếp dầu tại sân bay quốc tế Ben Gurion ở miền Trung Israel, mức cao chưa từng có trong nhiều thập niên. Bộ trưởng Giao thông Israel Miri Regev hồi đầu tuần đã yêu cầu giảm bớt số máy bay tiếp dầu của Mỹ tại sân bay Ben Gurion xuống còn 20 chiếc, nhằm đảm bảo lưu thông tại sân bay nhộn nhịp nhất Israel.Đáp lại động thái leo thang của Mỹ, Cố vấn cấp cao của Đại giáo chủ Iran Mojtaba Khamenei, ông Mohsen Rezaei tối qua cảnh báo nếu Mỹ tiếp tục kéo dài cuộc chiến chống Iran, Tehran sẽ dốc toàn lực đáp trả. Trước đó, Hải quân Vệ binh Cách mạng Hồi giáo Iran cuối giờ chiều qua cũng ra tuyên bố cảnh báo Mỹ đang tiến gần hơn tới giờ “G”, thời điểm Iran buộc phải khởi động chiến dịch tập kích nhắm vào các chiến hạm và khí tài của Mỹ tại khu vực. Tuyên bố nhấn mạnh toàn bộ các động thái cũng như trang thiết bị của lực lượng Mỹ ở khu vực, đều đang nằm dưới sự giám sát chặt chẽ của Iran. Nếu hành vi gây hấn chống Iran còn tiếp diễn, Mỹ sẽ phải “chia tay” với rất nhiều chiến hạm và khí tài đang triển khai tại Trung Đông./.VOV/Ai CậpKhói bốc lên sau một vụ tấn công tại Tehran, Iran. (Ảnh: THX/TTXVN)

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CCP Election Interference Exposed; U.S. Polluted with Wildfire Smoke | NTD Good Morning (July 17)

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 92:37

President Trump announced on Thursday night the release of previously classified U.S. intelligence community assessments show the mass compromise of U.S. voter data by the Chinese Communist Party. The White House released those documents covering five major areas of concern. One area of concern that President Trump raised there was the acquisition by the Chinese regime of 220 million U.S. voter files, which includes the names, the addresses, the phone numbers, party preferences, and other registration-relevant data. President Trump describing that as the largest election data compromise in history.Officials in several U.S. cities are urging people to stay indoors as smoke from hundreds of wildfires in Canada continues to blanket the U.S. from the upper midwest to the northeast. Detroit, Minneapolis and Chicago on Thursday ranking among the world's most polluted major cities because of the smoke. Forecasters say the thickest smoke is expected through Saturday, with gradual improvement possible by the end of the weekend if the wind shifts and rain arrives.U.S. forces have carried out a sixth consecutive night of strikes targeting Iranian military sites, including air defense systems, logistics infrastructure and maritime capabilities. CENTCOM says the strikes are aimed at further degrading Iran's military capabilities and responding to recent attacks on commercial shipping. U.S. Marines also boarded a commercial tanker in the Gulf of Oman as part of the ongoing naval blockade against Iran.

The Wire - July 15, 2026

Stories of Special Forces Operators

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 3:27

//The Wire//2300Z July 15, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: STRIKES CONTINUE TO ESCALATE IN THE MIDDLE EAST AS WAR REMAINS HOT. PARASITIC INFECTION CONTINUES TO SPREAD IN USA. POLICE OFFICERS AROUND THE NATION INVESTIGATED FOR ILLEGALLY SPYING ON AMERICANS.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Middle East: Mutual targeting continued overnight throughout the region, with Iranian forces striking many American-aligned military bases in several Gulf states. Isa Air Base in Qatar was hit hard overnight, and several storage warehouses were hit in Kuwait. Iran claims to have also struck the parking apron at Muwaffaq Al-Salti Air Base in Jordan, targeting the fighter aircraft which have been staged at the base for weeks. On the American side, the US has conducted several waves of attacks, with constant bombings continuing in many major port facilities. The ports of Bandar Abbas, Jask, and Chabarhar have been targeted regularly for several days, in addition to the Gulf Islands which have served as communications nodes for ships transiting the Strait.Throughout the morning, the Strait remained somewhat navigable via the Iranian route. Several ships were observed making the crossing using only the northern Iranian traffic scheme. After the targeting of several merchant vessels over the past few days in the southern route, no ship has taken the Omani route, all ships are diverting north. Analyst Comment: In terms of how much oil is getting out, it's not much. No American tankers were observed transiting overnight via either route, and the severity of the oil crisis remains a major concern for impacts to the homeland. This afternoon CENTCOM struck a merchant vessel themselves, highlighting that the American blockade of the Strait is still in effect.-HomeFront-USA: Around the nation, an outbreak of Cyclosporiasis has continued to sweep through the country, with roughly 7,000 cases of parasitic infection being reported. Most of the cases are clustered in Michigan, but the food-borne illness has been reported in many other states. Health authorities are working to narrow down the point of origin for the parasite, which appears to be linked to contaminated lettuce or unclean food preparation practices at fast food chains.Georgia: This morning, five police officers with the Albany Police Department were fired after an internal investigation revealed that they were using their access to the Flock camera/sensor database to stalk and illegally surveil citizens.South Carolina: This morning, two police officers in the city of Greer were fired after an internal investigation revealed that they were using their access to the Flock camera/sensor database to stalk and illegally surveil citizens.Texas: Yesterday, one police officer with the Pasadena Police Department resigned after an investigation was launched into his misuse of the Flock camera/sensor network. Sgt. Michael Palitz is currently under investigation for allegedly using the intelligence network to stalk a female police officer. No further details on this incident have been provided as the investigation is still ongoing.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Though it is purely anecdotal at the moment, locals on the ground in many Middle Eastern countries are reporting that this time, the fighting is different as fewer successful interceptions are being reported. As always, if interceptions of drones and missiles are successful, these munitions are usually destroyed out over the waters of the Gulf, out of view of the civilian populace. However, a lot of people have been rather dismayed that the fighting has resumed, and from their perspective it looks like their country is not intercepting anything because they are out of interceptor missiles. The stockpiles of interceptors running low for Gulf states has been a common theory for a while, after the war drew to a lull two months ago. After the ceasefire went into effect, it was generally assumed that the United States would sell more interceptor missiles to the Gulf countries (in addition to resupplying our own missile defense sites), but now that the fighting has resumed and locals are observing slow-flying drones very clearly not being intercepted in many cases, the concerns of missile stockpiles have come to the front page once again.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground NomadNet: 5fa68c88be727a0e1a250a75e5e79269 Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//

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Hormuz Under Fire: CENTCOM Precision Strikes, IRGC Boats, and the Special Operations Edge in the Strait

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 5:35 Transcription Available

In this episode, we examine the July 7, 2026 CENTCOM retaliatory strikes that hit more than 80 Iranian targets—including air defenses, coastal radar, anti-ship missiles, and over 60 IRGC small boats—following attacks on three commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Drawing directly from my background as a Navy SEAL, I break down the tactical execution, the likely role of special operations forces in targeting and maritime security, and the strategic context of renewed U.S. measures including the “Guardian of Hormuz” posture and blockade elements. Listeners will walk away with a clear operator-level understanding of escalation control, precision effects in contested waterways, and what these developments signal for future missions in the region.

EL GOLFO DE TRUMP: EE.UU. impone el bloqueo naval a Irán. ATAQUE DE DRONES NAVALES ¿HABLAMOS?

BELLUMARTIS PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 61:12

** VIDEO EN NUESTRO CANAL DE YOUTUBE **** https://youtube.com/live/aFOU-oTzFGw +++++ Hazte con nuestras camisetas en https://www.bhmshop.app +++++ Estados Unidos vuelve a imponer el bloqueo naval sobre Irán. Por orden del presidente Donald Trump, las fuerzas del CENTCOM reanudarán el control del tráfico marítimo que entre o salga de los puertos iraníes, incluidos sus terminales petroleros y zonas costeras. La medida no pretende cerrar el estrecho de Ormuz al tráfico internacional, pero sí cortar las exportaciones, importaciones y transferencias marítimas vinculadas a Teherán. En este programa de ¿Hablamos? analizamos qué significa realmente un bloqueo naval, cómo puede aplicarlo Estados Unidos, qué unidades militares pueden participar y cuáles son los riesgos de interceptar, desviar o capturar buques que intenten romperlo. También estudiaremos el impacto sobre las exportaciones de petróleo iraní, las operaciones barco a barco, la llamada flota fantasma y los países que continúan comerciando con Teherán. El bloqueo podría retirar del mercado una parte importante del crudo iraní, elevar los costes de los seguros y volver a tensionar el precio de la energía. ¿Qué hará Irán? ¿Responderá atacando petroleros, bases estadounidenses o cerrando nuevamente Ormuz? ¿Puede la Guardia Revolucionaria desafiar a la Quinta Flota? ¿Estamos ante una operación de presión económica o ante el comienzo de una nueva fase de guerra abierta? El estrecho seguirá abierto para los buques que naveguen hacia puertos no iraníes, pero cualquier barco que entre o salga de las costas de Irán podrá ser interceptado, desviado o capturado por las fuerzas estadounidenses. En Bellumartis analizamos la operación, sus fundamentos militares y sus consecuencias geopolíticas para Irán, Estados Unidos, China, India, los países árabes del Golfo y el mercado mundial del petróleo. SUSCRÍBETE A @BELLUMARTISACTUALIDADMILITAR Y @BELLUMARTISHISTORIAMILITAR Mi libro “Un Mundo Convulso. Claves geopolíticas” https://amzn.to/3T2nd8X Hazte miembro del canal y ayuda a Bellumartis a seguir explicando la actualidad militar y geopolítica con rigor. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bellumartis_historia_militar/ X: https://x.com/bellumartis

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Tin quốc tế - Mỹ tấn công Iran đêm thứ 4 liên tiếp

VOV - Việt Nam và Thế giới

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 1:27

VOV1 - Đêm qua, quân đội Mỹ tiếp tục không kích vào Iran. Bộ Tư lệnh Trung tâm Mỹ đặc trách khu vực Trung Đông (CENTCOM) thông báo đây là đợt tấn công bổ sung, nhằm làm suy yếu hơn năng lực tấn công của Iran nhắm vào các tàu hàng tại eo biển Hormuz.

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KIRK ASSASSINATION: New Evidence Will Make Your Blood Run Cold

The Patriotically Correct Radio Show with Stew Peters | #PCRadio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 138:01

Well, the world just got the best news in years — Zionist war criminal and degenerate pervert Lindsey Graham is dead at 71, and America is already a better place without this treasonous piece of filth. This pedophile traitor spent his worthless life as Israel's whore in the Senate pushing our kids to die for them, and now his buddies in Tel Aviv are using his death to drag us deeper into their bloodbath. Fort Huachuca image search data from the Tucson/Sierra Vista area reveals a clear pattern no one can explain away. High-level figures from DIA, CENTCOM, NSWC Crane weapons/tech programs, and Charlie Kirk's own security and comms team were all being visually identified by base personnel in the weeks and days leading directly into September 9, 2025 — the day before Charlie Kirk was assassinated. Celebrate freedom while we still have it. Become an annual member of the Stew Peters Locals community and receive $17 OFF for a limited time. Your membership includes: • Exclusive members-only content • Live chats and community discussions • Behind-the-scenes access • Directly supporting independent, uncensored journalism. Don't wait, his special ends July 31.

The Wire - July 14, 2026

The Libertarian Institute - All Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 4:58

//The Wire//1900Z July 14, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: WAR IN MIDDLE EAST REMAINS HOT WITH USA AND IRAN EXCHANGING HEAVY FIRE OVERNIGHT. NEW YORK TIMES JOURNALISTS ISSUED SUBPOENAS REGARDING THEIR REPORTING ON AIR FORCE ONE.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Middle East: The war continued to escalate overnight, with the attack/counterattack cycle no longer being distinguishable, as all belligerents are now attacking constantly. At least two more ships have been struck in the Strait of Hormuz since last night, and the US has continued to fly continuous sorties to strike targets within Iran. Dozens of targets were struck overnight, with CENTCOM announcing that the sorties took 5 hours to complete throughout the region. As of this morning, nearly all of the targets that have been struck have been within a few hundred yards of the Gulf, with heavy concentrations of targets being located within Bushehr, Bandar Abbas, Chabahar, and Jask, all of which are major naval bases. Most of the Gulf islands have also been struck, with Qeshm and Kish Islands being targeted heavily this afternoon.Conversely, Iran has conducted their own strikes in Jordan, Bahrain, Qatar, and Kuwait. In Kuwait, Iranian forces have conducted counter-battery fire on American HIMARS missile launcher sites, with multiple ballistic missile strikes taking place at most of the US bases and missile launch sites all day.Analyst Comment: Over the past 24 hours, the war in the Middle East has returned to the level of fighting first observed during the height of the war back in March. How long this is planned to continue is unknown, but this is not a slight increase in targeting; the war appears to be fully back on once again.United Kingdom: This morning Counterterrorism police released more details regarding a high-profile murder case that took place last week. On Thursday, Ann Widdecombe was found murdered in her home in the town of Haytor in Devon. After her murder was discovered, local authorities immediately referred the case to counterterrorism, and one suspect has already been arrested in conjunction with this case. This suspect has been charged for the murder, and as of this morning terrorism offenses have been added to the list of charges.Analyst Comment: This case is noteworthy as most of the information so far indicates this was a political assassination, and the speed at which authorities have immediately declared this to be a terrorism incident is very, very unusual. Widdecombe was a former Member of Parliament, and in her later years was a familiar conservative political commentator known to weigh in on political issues throughout the nation. More details may or may not come to light in due time regarding the identity of the suspect, but due to the high-profile nature of this murder, this case will be in the headlines for a while.-HomeFront-Washington D.C. - Yesterday a total of five New York Times reporters have been subpoenaed to appear before a grand jury, to testify regarding their reporting on the alleged security breaches onboard the new Air Force One. Last week, President Trump flew to Turkey for the NATO summit on the new airframe, but during the trip, an undisclosed security issue prompted the Secret Service to switch back to the older platform.Analyst Comment: The details of exactly what the alleged crimes are, have not been disclosed. The New York Times has a history of publishing content which could lead to security issues, but in this case nothing they wrote in their original report appears to have been classified. However, they did explicitly state that they had a source who had classified knowledge of the defenses (or rather, the alleged lack of defenses) on the new Air Force One platform, which is probably why the harsh crackdown on the New York Times. They also made the claim that the new airframe has not had enough time to install the anti-missile countermeasures of the older platform, though no detail on this was provided. Regardless, talking to journalists in any capacity about any of the protection measures used by the White House is a huge no-no, and one of the most sensitive issues that always results in a very heavy-handed response.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: As the war in the Persian Gulf rages on, concerns are growing regarding the apparent widening of the war to include the Red Sea region. The mutual targeting between the Saudis and the Houthis in Yemen has continued to some degree, though it's too soon to tell if either party is committed to turning this into a more protracted fight. If that is the chosen course of action, the situation is likely to get very serious.While the Strait of Hormuz remains a hot warzone that has restricted the flow of about 20 million barrels per day out of the region, the Saudi East-West Pipeline system has been working to reduce this deficit by pumping roughly 7 million barrels per day during most of this conflict. This has eased the burden of Hormuz being cut off, and has been one of the main factors keeping oil from reaching $200 per barrel. However, this pipeline runs from the Gulf, across the desert, before terminating in Yanbu at a major oil export terminal. This terminal....is within missile range of the Houthis. Somewhat interestingly, there are also very little air defenses in the southern regions of Saudi Arabia despite the Saudis fighting the Houthis for a couple of decades at this point; nearly all missile defenses are on the northern coastline or in the vicinity of American bases. So far during this conflict, the Iranians have successfully struck the Yanbu oil terminal using extremely long-range (and slow-flying) drones. The Houthis have a much higher chance of success in threatening Yanbu, and if they are able to strike this facility, the global oil crisis will go from worse to worst.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground NomadNet: 5fa68c88be727a0e1a250a75e5e79269 Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//

The Kyle Anzalone Show guest Lt. Col. Karen Kwiatkowski: Trump Calls Off Ceasefire with Iran

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 40:38

Trump goes from ceasefire language to “it's over” in a matter of hours, and the Strait of Hormuz becomes the pressure point again. Host Kyle Anzalone and guest LtCOL Karen Kwiatkowski walk through the reports of Iranian shots at transiting ships, the follow-on CENTCOM strikes, and what it means when a president talks like a full-scale war is on the table while the Pentagon still faces real constraints in ships, air defense, and weapons stockpiles. If you're trying to understand Iran, US military posture, and how quickly an MOU can unravel, this conversation lays out the incentives and the red flags in plain terms. We also pull on the thread most people miss: oil prices and energy security. We talk about why tanker flow does not snap back to “normal,” why insurance markets matter as much as missiles, and how Strategic Petroleum Reserve decisions can collide with the public story being told about stability. When leaders float the word “blockade,” shipping firms and underwriters do the math, and the result can be higher costs, slower trade, and more opportunity for miscalculation. Then we widen the map to Syria and Lebanon, including the stunning normalization of Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, and the idea of sending battle-hardened fighters toward Hezbollah. From there, we get into Israel's brewing conflict with Turkey, Trump's openness to F-35 sales to Erdogan, and why the jet is as much about control and lock-in as it is about performance. We close with a domestic warning about NDAA Section 219 and why calling Congress may be one of the few levers the public still has.

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Washington Mourns Sen. Graham's Death; U.S. Launches New Iran Strikes | NTD Good Morning (July 13)

Face the Nation on the Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 94:36

The White House lowered its flags to half staff to honor the life of Senator Lindsey Graham after he died at the age of 71. President Trump described the Senator as a 'true American patriot' and ‘one of the greatest people and Senators' that he has ever known. A medical examiner released preliminary finding that Graham suffered from an aortic dissection. South Carolina will hold a special primary to elect a new Republican nominee in the race for his seat.U.S. Central Command says it has completed another wave of strikes against Iran, hitting dozens of targets in multiple locations. The operation involved U.S. fighter aircraft, naval vessels, and one-way attack drones. Iran has claimed it closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to U.S. strikes, but CENTCOM rejected that claim, saying the key waterway remains open and commercial traffic is continuing. Iraq's prime minister is visiting Washington on Monday to strengthen ties with the United States, with expected oil and gas agreements aimed at boosting investment and production.The World Cup semifinals are set, with France, Spain, Argentina, and England just one win away from the final. France and Spain will meet on Tuesday in Dallas, while defending champion Argentina takes on England on Wednesday in Atlanta. The winners of the two semifinals will meet in the World Cup Final next on July 19th at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

Sen. Tim Scott, Rep. Mike Turner, Amb. Michael Leiter

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2026 45:58

Today on Face the Nation, breaking overnight: Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has died from what his office calls a "brief and sudden illness" at the age of 71. We'll have the latest and we'll talk with fellow South Carolina Senator Tim Scott about his impact in Washington and beyond. Plus, new developments overseas as U.S. Central Command has launched a new wave of strikes against Iran after its military force attacked a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, in defiance of U.S. demands to keep the waterway open. What's next for the security of the region, after President Trump declared that fragile ceasefire deal to be "over"? We'll be joined by former CENTCOM commander Frank McKenzie, Republican Ohio Congressman Mike Turner, and Israel's Ambassador, Dr. Michael Leiter. We'll also talk with Democrat Rahm Emanuel, who's just back from delivering a speech in Tel Aviv about the future of U.S.-Israeli relations. It's all just ahead, on Face the Nation.

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Mexico Takes Action (feat. John Fugelsang)

The Daily Beans

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 62:28

Friday, July 10, 2026 Today, Mexico is seeking criminal charges over deaths linked to ICE after the fatal shooting of a Houston man; the family of a man found dead off Horn Island in Mississippi is calling for a transparent investigation; US commanders ignored warnings of outdated intelligence ahead of the strike that killed 168 students in Iran; Graham Platner has suspended his campaign but still hasn't filed the paperwork to withdraw; Governor Pritzker in Illinois has signed a law protecting transgender patients from the federal government; Senator Markey goes scorched earth on Seth Moulton for throwing trans kids under the bus; after being ousted from Late Night, Steven Colbert gets a record 9 Emmy nominations; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News. The Daily Beans is proud to partner with Miles Taylor and our friends at DEFIANCE.org For a limited time, members of the Daily Beans community can receive a FREE 3-month full membership to DEFIANCE.org and gain access to one of the fastest-growing pro-democracy movements in America. Join here: https://www.defiance.org/beans Thank You, HomeChef For a limited time, get 50% off and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life! HomeChef.com/DAILYBEANS. Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert. Join The Daily Beans and give a gift today to ensure The Trevor Project can continue its crucial work in the face of continued challenges. 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A Melting Pot Is Not a Mixing Bowl — and Mamdani's Map Just Proved He Doesn't Know the Difference

American Ground Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 41:51 Transcription Available

You’re listening to American Ground Radio with Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for July 9, 2026. We open with Mayor Zoran Mamdani's map of immigrant neighborhoods in New York City — and a glaring omission that Louis takes personally. Little Italy isn't on it. Neither are the Irish neighborhoods or the Jewish neighborhoods. What is on it? Little Palestine, Little Pakistan, Little Odessa, and 27 other enclaves — a deliberate cartography of division that tells certain communities where they belong and erases the immigrant story that built New York in the first place. We make the distinction between a melting pot — where you bring your culture and become American — and a mixing bowl, where a city planner plants a flag and tells you to stay in your lane. Put Little Italy on the map. Put the whole beautiful, messy, glorious immigration story on the map. That is New York. That is America. In our Top 3 Things You need to Know, fresh explosions hit southern Iran — but CENTCOM says the U.S. was not behind them, and Israel said the same, as Iranians buried their former Ayatollah Khomeini for the first time since his death in March, having been too afraid to hold the funeral until now. Then Graham Plattner dropped out of the Maine Senate race after a fourth woman came forward with sexual assault allegations — with the Maine Democratic Party now scrambling to name a replacement by June 27th, having defended Plattner right up until the moment the polls shifted against him. The Democrats didn't discover morality. They discovered math. And an illegal alien from Slovakia was arrested in New Jersey for registering to vote and casting a ballot in the 2022 elections — proof once again that the thing that never happens keeps happening, and that the Save America Act cannot wait. We also cover Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum threatening legal action against the United States after ICE officers shot a Mexican national who allegedly used his vehicle as a weapon against federal agents in Houston. We have a suggestion for President Sheinbaum — if she is genuinely concerned about how Mexican citizens are being treated during U.S. immigration enforcement operations, she could simply tell them to go home. Our American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson answer the listener question of why it's so hard to find couple friends — and the answer turns out to be equal parts logistics, life seasons, and the quiet devastation of watching a couple you love fall apart. Teri and Kimberly talk about the friends they found through their children's sports, the couples who drifted away when the games ended, the dream scenario of children who marry each other's best friends' children, and the husband-centric theory of male friendship — guys don't have friends, they have wives, and their wives have friends, and those friends have husbands. We enter week four of the Mitch McConnell hospital saga — still no quotes, still no specifics, still no clarity on why he's there or what his condition actually is. We contrast this with John Fetterman, who disclosed his stroke within 48 hours of it happening and his clinical depression diagnosis the day after checking himself into Walter Reed — even though depression was far more politically embarrassing than a stroke. The public doesn't need every medical detail. It needs to know which box to put its senator in. Four weeks in, we still don't know. In our Digging Deep segment, a Real Clear Investigations report compares U.S. crime rates to Canada and Australia using victimization surveys rather than police reports — and the results demolish the international media's narrative. Overall violent crime in Canada is 295% higher than in the U.S. In Australia, assaults are 227% higher and rape is 355% higher. The reason U.S. crime statistics look worse is that Americans are far more likely to call the police when they become victims. We make the case that the anti-American crime narrative isn't about journalism — it's about political control. If Canadians and Australians found out they would be safer with guns, their governments would have a much harder time keeping them disarmed. We also note that the conspiracy theories surrounding Charlie Kirk's assassination appear to be collapsing under the weight of Tyler Robinson's own confessions — three separate admissions that he planned and carried out the murder deliberately over a period of weeks. We say what needs to be said about the people who spent the last ten months spinning elaborate alternative theories: if you ever thought Candace Owens was onto something, you need a new way to filter your news sources. For our Bright Spot, John Fetterman's transparency about his own medical crises — stroke disclosed in 48 hours, depression disclosed the day after hospitalization — stands as a model of what elected officials owe the people they serve. We don't have to agree with his politics to recognize that walking in integrity looks exactly like that. And we close with words of wisdom on honesty — from Thomas Jefferson, William Shakespeare, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Benjamin Franklin, and Billy Joel. Honesty is such a lonely word. May your pursuit of happiness bring you joy. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CENTCOM: U.S. Striking Iran at Trump's Direction

The Lead with Jake Tapper

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 90:16

The United States military is again striking Iran as the remains of the ceasefire appear to be crumbling. US Central Command is saying these strikes were at the direction of President Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Badlands Daily: 7/9/26 - Jack Smith's Classified Mess, Maine's Platner Fallout & Iran Strikes Back

Badlands Media

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 108:54

CannCon and Alpha Warrior kick off with a Chuck Grassley bombshell claiming Jack Smith's own office mishandled classified material while prosecuting Trump, then dig into what that could mean for the special counsel himself. From there the two go head to head, genuinely head to head, over the unraveling Graham Platner scandal in Maine and whether a similar controversy around his would be replacement holds up to scrutiny. It gets spirited. The guys also revisit new details from the Tyler Robinson trial, including a disputed unspent round and fresh interview timelines. On the geopolitics side, Iran and the US trade blows again in the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM rolls out strike footage, and Trump fields pointed questions about skipping the new Air Force One over security concerns. Sponsor breaks, tech gremlins, and plenty of banter round out the show.

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U.S. Launches New Round of Strikes; Platner Drops Out of Senate Race | NTD Good Morning (July 9)