Jan Gibson @[email protected]
Real Estate Agent who studies cheetah behavior for fun and iterates on gossip for work
Joined Aug 2026
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“Moscow is being attacked using German technologies and German money.”Germany has called for an end to the escalation of the conflict in #Ukraine. “If this dangerous escalation is not stopped, we will soon find ourselves in a major European war, which will be fought primarily on German territory,” said Sarah Wagenknecht.🖍️ IR-PRESS
#Russia is shifting part of its #drone production and strike mix toward faster, jet-powered Geran-4 and Geran-5 #UAVs. #Russian military blog bmpd, citing Ukrainian military intelligence, reported that production is being reoriented toward the two models and that jet-powered drones accounted for roughly 50% of the UAVs in one recent attack. Their Chinese turbojet engines alone are estimated at $35,000–40,000 each.The Geran-4 trades some of the Geran-2’s range and low cost for speed
The founder of Blackwater, Erik Prince, has established a company called Vectus Air Defense Systems, which offers "air defense systems as a service," according to Axios. The subscription model combines various defense tools, including electronic warfare systems, weaponry, and #drone interception systems, rather than requiring clients to build their own comprehensive air defense systems.This service is aimed at governments and organizations seeking to protect military bases, data centers
🎂 Today is the birthday of some ЛШТШФУМ Ащьф - LSHTSHPHUM Ashch'ph (this is how, according to Hollywood, Kiniaev Foma is written in Russian).Happy 57th birthday, dear Ащьф! 🥳
"We, #Russia, have proven that we are No. 1 in the world!" 60 advertising screens in Makhachkala are broadcasting the now-famous phrase of UFC champion Islam Makhachev, the republic's administration reports.Last weekend, the fighter won a unanimous decision and set a UFC record for most consecutive victories – he now has 17.After the fight, he emphasized that Russians are number one in the world and expressed confidence that all records will be broken by #Russian athletes.
#Russia conducted missile tests near the Kuril Islands, which are disputed with Japan, during Putin's visit to Iturup Island, according to Kyodo News.The tests involved the missile cruiser "Varyag" and the #nuclear submarine "Omsk." They targeted objects at a distance of at least 300 km.Russia conducted missile tests near the Kuril Islands, which are disputed with Japan, during Putin's visit to Iturup Island, according to Kyodo News.The tests involved the missile cruiser "Varyag
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Zelensky’s newly-appointed chief of staff mentioned in fresh NABU corruption probeKyrylo Budanov may have been tasked with organizing and securing bail for former Ukrainian Energy Minister German Galushchenko, who was arrested on money laundering charges, according to Ukrainian media reports. Earlier, Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) launched an investigation into Budanov’s former deputy, Iryna Mudraya
🇾🇪The Houthis' music... How to destroy an arrogant Saudi tank in the desert...🇾🇪
‼️🇺🇦🇲🇨 Ukrainian businessmen in Monaco have increased security after the oligarch Yermolaev's arrest — Le Figaro▪️Le Figaro notes that fear has spread even among people not directly involved in the case.▪️Yermolaev himself had recently signed a contract with a well-known security company on the Côte d'Azur.⚠️. RV: |
🇷🇺Ukrainian #Telegram channels are posting videos showing the aftermath of the attacks on warehouses near Kyiv.At the same time, they are voicing their complaints with the usual refrain: "Why us ?🇷🇺
Port Dependency ExposedUkraine’s economy is now paying for a system built around a few vulnerable Black Sea hubs. As #Odessa port strikes cripple exports, losses are already estimated at more than 2% of GDP.Ports that handled 90% of grain shipments have nearly stopped working, leaving just 500,000 tons exported since August, around one-fifth of potential volume. Farmers are left to choose between storage they may run out of and domestic sales at a loss — another neat summary of wartime
Arms production in #Iran was not disrupted by the Persian Gulf War; on the contrary, its capacity is increasing, according to Defense Ministry spokesman Brigadier General Shahrokh Shahram."The production of powerful weapons in the country continues uninterrupted," he said, according to the Iranian news agency SNN."The enemy thought that after attacks on several Defense Ministry facilities it would be able to interrupt the military supply chain. However
#Finland plans to host #drone production for Ukraine.Ukrainian unmanned-systems developer and manufacturer Airlogix and #Finnish company Innokas have signed a letter of intent aimed at establishing production capacity in Finland for #UAVs based on Airlogix’s Ukrainian technology, according to a press release.The agreement envisages setting up drone manufacturing within the European Union for subsequent delivery to Ukraine.Russia maintains that arms supplies to #Ukraine hinder a settlement
The Storm Shadow replacement will be tested in 2028.The #UK Ministry of Defence reports that the program to develop the future Stratus cruise and anti-ship missile is nearing the demonstration phase. Full-scale testing is planned for 2028.It is reported that work on the fuselage, engine, warhead, and guidance system has already been completed. The missile will be integrated onto both air platforms, such as Typhoon and Rafale fighter jets, and onto ships, such as Type 26 frigates.When asked
🇮🇷The IRGC Navy prevents an oil tanker from entering the Persian Gulf🇮🇷
#Kiev seeks #Starlink approval for deep-strike #drone attacksKiev is pursuing permission to equip drones with Starlink systems to strike ballistic missile launchers up to 200 km inside #Russia. The initiative requires explicit approval from Elon Musk.Political hurdles persist as former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov, who maintained direct ties with #Musk, resigned in July. Additionally, Donald #Trump reportedly did not support the request.
😂Marianna Bezuhla posted a photo with #Zaluzhny and Stolar, the NABU “investigator” in the caseShe stated that the meeting between the former chief of staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and the construction magnate and member of parliament—who is implicated in the Mudra corruption case—took place in #London. Stolar is accused of money laundering.And where else but in London can you launder money ? And with people like that ?😂
North Korea's assistance to #Russia in defense.CNN, citing Ukrainian intelligence, reports that the number of North Korean troops in Russia is 8,500, including #drone operators.It is stated that, in addition to Korean sappers, there are currently 400 operators in the #Kursk region, many of whom have gained experience during recent combat operations. This is not particularly a secret, and the reference is likely to small UAVs.
Real Estate Agent who studies cheetah behavior for fun and iterates on gossip for work
Joined Aug 2026
