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Israel Bombs Syrian Defense Facilities Near Aleppo, Causes 2.5 Magnitude Seismic Event

The strikes caused significant explosions and reportedly targeted defense factories and a scientific research center in the Al-Safira area, according to multiple sources including the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) and local resident. The strikes caused seismic readers to register a 2.5 magnitude earthquake in the area. The targeted locations included defense factories and a scientific research center. (Read More)​

Ukraine’s French-Trained 155th Brigade Faces Challenges with AWOL Troops and Training Shortcomings

Formed to bolster Ukraine’s defenses, the 155th Brigade was equipped with advanced German Leopard 2 tanks and French Caesar howitzers. However, during its nine months of training in France, Poland, and western Ukraine, roughly 1,700 of its 5,800 soldiers went absent without leave (AWOL). (Read More)​

Lebanese Soldier Injured in Border Clash with Syrian Armed Men

According to a statement from the Lebanese Army, soldiers were deployed to close an illegal border crossing when a group of Syrians attempted to reopen it using a bulldozer. In response, the army fired warning shots into the air, but the armed Syrians retaliated with gunfire, wounding one Lebanese soldier. (Read More)​

South Korean Investigators Suspend Arrest Attempt of Impeached President

South Korean investigators suspended efforts to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol on Friday after a six-hour standoff. Approximately 150 investigators and police officers, led by the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO), attempted to execute an arrest warrant for Yoon. Investigators were met with resistance from Yoon’s presidential security detail, who formed a barricade of vehicles and personnel to block entry. (Read More)​

Chinese Researchers Simulate US Missile Attack Using LRASM Parameters

Chinese scientists claim to have modeled the operational behavior of the United States’ AGM-158C Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) in a detailed war game simulation. The simulation, which reportedly reproduces the missile’s advanced stealth and targeting capabilities, is part of efforts by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) to develop countermeasures against U.S. naval threats. (Read More)​

Clashes Escalate Between SDF and Turkish-Backed Forces in Northern Syria

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) confirmed the heavy toll of the clashes, reporting that 23 SNA fighters were killed and 18 injured in confrontations with the SDF. The SOHR also reported the deaths of four SDF fighters in separate fighting near Qabab Abu Qalqal, south of Manbij. (Read More)​

Of Course They Were Listening: Apple Settles $95 Million Lawsuit Over Siri Recording Allegations

Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging that its voice assistant, Siri, recorded private conversations without users' consent and shared the data with third-party advertisers. The proposed settlement, which comes after five years of litigation, does not include an admission of wrongdoing by the company. (Read More)​

Lockheed Martin Downgraded Over Concerns About China’s Aircraft Advancements

Deutsche Bank has downgraded Lockheed Martin’s stock from “Buy” to “Hold,” citing concerns about future demand for the company’s F-35 fighter jet as China makes progress in its combat aircraft programs. The bank also lowered its price target for Lockheed Martin from $611 to $523. (Read More)​

Matthew Livelsberger Alleged Manifesto: Read Full Email Sent to Retired Soldier | Newsweek

Matthew Livelsberger, a Green Beret and the sole casualty in a Cybertruck bombing outside Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, allegedly sent a manifesto-like email to retired Army intelligence officer Sam Shoemate days before the attack. The email, revealed on The Shawn Ryan Show podcast, contained allegations about advanced drone technology, a 2019 Afghan airstrike cover-up, and claims of U.S. government surveillance. (Read More)​