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Russian oil shipment puts focus on Kremlin spy outpost in Cuba
A Russian oil tanker heading towards Cuba is raising U.S. security alarms. The U.S. believes Cuba hosts Russian and Chinese intelligence facilities. These bases, including Russia's Lourdes facility and China's installations near Havana, are seen as threats to American national security. Cuba's economic struggles and its reliance on foreign support are also factors in this complex geopolitical situation.
Jammu and Kashmir police busts international cyber fraud racket targetting victims in US, UK and Canada
Jammu and Kashmir police have dismantled a sophisticated international cyber fraud network in Srinagar. Seven individuals were arrested for targeting victims in the USA, UK, and Canada. The syndicate used fake online advertisements and psychological tactics. Money was laundered through digital and cryptocurrency channels. Investigations are ongoing to identify more suspects and victims.
Trump says he'll hit Iran harder as Iranian president apologizes to neighbors
Tensions escalate as President Trump warns of more strikes on Iran. Drones hit Iraq's Sulaymaniyah, killing one. Israel strikes Tehran fuel storage. Gulf nations intercept Iranian missiles and drones. Several countries evacuate citizens. The conflict disrupts global energy markets and raises fears across the region.
US, Israel pound Iran as Trump signals willingness to talk to new leadership after Khamenei's death
The United States and Israel carried out extensive strikes across Iran on Sunday, targeting ballistic missile sites, warships and key military facilities after the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian officials said more than 200 people were killed in the attacks. Explosions were reported in Tehran and other cities as the military campaign intensified.
Israel launches barrage of strikes on Lebanon's capital Beirut after Hezbollah's offensive
Israel and the U.S. launched extensive strikes across Iran, targeting ballistic missile sites and warships following the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Hezbollah retaliated with missile fire into Israel, claiming the attacks were in response to Khamenei's death and Israeli aggressions. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties and a widening regional war.
Inside China’s gray zone activities: How Beijing is salami slicing its way to influence
China is employing a 'salami slicing' strategy, taking incremental steps across military, economic, and technological domains to alter realities without triggering conflict. This 'gray zone' approach, evident in the South China Sea and beyond, bypasses international law and exploits rivals' hesitation. The cumulative effect creates new facts on the ground, challenging the existing order.
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Oliver North and Fawn Hall, who were at center of Iran-Contra Scandal, tie the knot four decades after being found guilty
Oliver North, 81, and Fawn Hall, 65, figures in the Iran-Contra affair, married in Virginia in August 2025. North's daughter, Sarah Katz, expressed surprise, stating the family was unaware of the relationship and hopes it won't affect their bond with their father. North, previously convicted of destroying documents related to the scandal, later became an author and commentator.

Trump's envoys ticking off other countries, White House isn't doing much about it
Trump's envoys are facing scrutiny for diplomatic missteps, with incidents in Denmark, France, and Turkiye raising concerns. These actions, consistent with Trump's "America First" approach, have prompted summonses and complaints from allied nations. While the administration defends its envoys, the incidents risk amplifying tensions amid global power dynamics and trade disputes.

Expert warns China could be plotting something worse than COVID after bioterror suspects arrested
Chinese bioterror suspects Yunqing Jian and Zunyong Liu have sparked national security fears after being arrested in Michigan for allegedly smuggling Fusarium graminearum, a dangerous crop fungus, into the U.S. Experts, including Gordon Chang, warn this may signal China’s growing bioterror threat, possibly worse than COVID or fentanyl. The suspects’ links to Chinese-funded research raise alarms about deeper Communist Party infiltration in U.S. institutions. The fungus harms crops, livestock, and humans—threatening America's food supply. As similar cases mount, Chang calls for the U.S. to sever ties with China to prevent a future attack that could cripple the country from within.

What is Operation Kahuta? Congress says first Sangh Parivar govt derailed it helping Pakistan become a nuclear power
Amid India-Pakistan tensions, Congress alleges that the BJP government is hiding a historical blunder. Congress claims Morarji Desai's government compromised national security. Desai allegedly revealed RAW's plans to Pakistan's Zia-ul-Haq. This led to the capture and death of Indian agents. Congress draws parallels between Desai and S. Jaishankar. The party accuses Desai of enabling Pakistan's nuclear capabilities.

Musk’s baby boom: Official count at 14 kids by 4 women, but new report hints there could be even more Elon offspring out there
Elon Musk faces fresh allegations as influencer Ashley St. Clair claims he fathered her child and offered hush money. Musk denies wrongdoing, dismissing the Wall Street Journal's report of his 'legion' of children as sensationalized. St. Clair asserts a paternity test proves Musk's fatherhood, alleging he offered $15 million and monthly payments for secrecy.

New allegations, old wounds: India rejects Canada’s accusations as diplomatic crisis worsens
Diplomatic tensions between India and Canada have deepened following Ottawa’s fresh allegations that Indian agents are involved in covert operations on Canadian soil, using criminal gangs like the Bishnoi gang to target pro-Khalistani elements. India has strongly rejected the claims, calling them baseless. Both sides have taken significant diplomatic actions, with Canada expelling six Indian diplomats and India withdrawing its high commissioner. The situation reflects a further deterioration in relations, with no clear resolution in sight.

Mossad's Hidden Hand: How Israel targeted thousands of Hezbollah terrorists with 'Taiwan' company's 3-g pager bombs
Lebanon Pager Blast: A series of deadly explosions rocked Lebanon on Tuesday as Hezbollah fighters' pagers, modified with hidden explosives, detonated simultaneously. At least nine people were killed and nearly 3,000 injured in the coordinated attack, which was allegedly orchestrated by Israeli intelligence forces. The operation, involving alleged Taiwan-made pagers, marks one of Hezbollah’s biggest counterintelligence failures.

The Tyrant: What we know about production, plot, cast and characters of Disney+ Korean miniseries
Disney+ will debut "The Tyrant," a Korean espionage-revenge-drama miniseries, on August 14. Created by Park Hoon-jung, the series focuses on a virus theft that sparks a conflict between Korean and U.S. intelligence agencies.

The Bureau Remake: Here’s all you may want to know about Jeffrey Wright and Michael Fassbender starrer Showtime show
Jeffrey Wright joins Michael Fassbender in Showtime’s remake of 'The Bureau,' now called 'The Agency.' The series follows a covert CIA agent dealing with espionage and personal conflicts. Wright plays Henry, the Director of Operations and mentor to Fassbender’s character. The show is produced by Showtime Studios and 101 Studios.

Elon Musk compares Biden's immigration strategies to 9/11, here’s what FOIA lawsuit revealed about secret migrant flights
The disclosure of U.S. authorities clandestinely transporting migrants on undisclosed flights into the country, combined with Elon Musk's stark warnings, has propelled President Joe Biden's immigration policies into the forefront of public attention.

Will Supergirl feature in Superman: Legacy? Here’s the truth behind Sasha Calle’s recasting rumors
As excitement mounts for the impending release of the DC Universe film, Superman: Legacy, recent speculations circulate regarding the possible recasting of Sasha Calle in the Supergirl role.

US sees China propaganda efforts becoming more like Russia's
U.S. officials and outside experts cite recent examples of China-linked actors generating false news reports with artificial intelligence and posting large volumes of denigrating social media posts.

Patriotism, unease mix as Russia marks Victory Day in WWII
The pride and patriotism usually associated with Russia's most important holiday, marked by a huge parade of soldiers and military hardware through Red Square, is mixing with apprehension and unease over what this year's Victory Day may bring.

Explainer: How dangerous is Afghanistan's Islamic State?
President Joe Biden cited the threat of Islamic State attacks in sticking with a Tuesday deadline for pulling U.S. forces out of Afghanistan.

Top secret: Joe Biden gets access to President's Daily Brief
From now until Inauguration Day, Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will be reading the PDB crafted for Trump, who had delayed giving Biden and Harris access to it as he contests the outcome of the election. Trump, who prefers absorbing information in visual ways, likes short texts and graphics.

There can be no grand alliance before 2019 polls: Sitaram Yechury
"This time also you will see the same thing as had happened in 1996 when United Front government was formed and in 2004 when the UPA-1 government was installed," he said.

BJP, Congress trade charges of data manipulation in polls
"If there is covert or overt use of social media, including Facebook, to influence elections process will not be tolerated,” Union minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said.

Barack Obama's options to Russian hacks range from covert to military
Another possibility, according to another former NSA official, includes "deny, disrupt, degrade" attacks, where agency hackers could take down websites or networks and leak information.

Richard Nixon called Indians savages, did not give a fig for Bangla genocide: Tim Weiner
More than four decades after he became the only US president ever to be forced out of office, Richard Nixon remains a riveting subject of study for scholars.

Dr A P J Abdul Kalam calls for research in cyber security
"India's IITs, IISc, and unique universities should significantly enhance their research on cyber security with an active participation from the industry," he said.

UK says its electronic spy agency legally allowed to track activities of Facebook, Twitter and Google users
Office for Security and Counterterrorism chief Charles Farr said data sent on those services is classed as "external" rather than "internal" communications.
Bounty on Hafiz Saeed draws in the hunters
Days after the bounty announcement, Washington appeared to have met with some success when Pak made the assertion that Saeed was helping “de-radicalize militants”.
US building a network to hit militants
The center aims to speed the sharing of information and shorten the time between targeting and military action, said two current and two former US officials briefed on the project.
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