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Weekend Update #112: Ukraine Strikes a Senior Russian Officer (Again).

Phillips’s Newsletter • 183 implied HN points • 22 Dec 24
🌍 World Politics Conflict International relations Military operations Geopolitics War Strategy
  1. Ukraine has launched a targeted strike against a senior Russian officer, showing the ongoing pattern of both sides aiming at each other's high-ranking military leaders during the conflict. Such attacks have been common throughout the war, not a surprising escalation.
  2. The fighting has shifted to smaller areas, particularly near Pokrovsk and Kurakhove, indicating that key battle zones are becoming more condensed rather than expanding. This trend shows the difficulty both sides face in gaining significant ground.
  3. Russia is now relying on North Korean forces to bolster its efforts in Kursk due to significant losses. The North Koreans are struggling with the reality of modern warfare, suffering heavy casualties.

A Siege Broken

Séamus Malekafzali • 1487 implied HN points • 07 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Israel-Palestine conflict Military operations Media Coverage
  1. Hamas broke through the border wall and took control of Israeli settlements in an unprecedented operation.
  2. The Israeli occupation of Palestine has led to years of displacement, blockades, and violence.
  3. The conflict between Israel and Palestine is deeply intertwined, with Palestinians facing restrictions and living conditions reminiscent of an open-air prison.

Criminals welcome as US recruits foreign proxies to wage 'irregular war' on adversaries

Geopolitical Economy Report • 637 implied HN points • 18 May 23
🌍 World Politics Military operations International relations Foreign Policy Human Rights
  1. The US military recruits foreign fighters as proxies for irregular warfare but does not vet them for past atrocities.
  2. Special Operations Command plays a significant role in secretive shadow wars across the globe.
  3. US special operations forces have been active in the majority of countries worldwide, focusing heavily on irregular warfare.
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Ukraine Conflict Monitor - 13 January – 19 January 2024

Ukraine Conflict Monitor • 294 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Ukraine Conflict Military operations
  1. Limited frontline changes in Ukraine; Russians focused on offensive actions, while Ukrainians were mainly defensive.
  2. Russians continued artillery attacks on Ukrainian civilian areas and infiltrations across the border.
  3. Frontline in the Southern Direction remained stable; Ukrainians maintained bridgehead near Krynky despite challenges.

Ukraine Conflict Monitor

Ukraine Conflict Monitor • 294 implied HN points • 09 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Ukraine conflict Military operations
  1. The collapse of the Nova Kakhovka Dam impacts military operations in the Kherson Oblast, allowing for potential redeployment of Russian forces.
  2. Ukrainian efforts to conduct a river-crossing operation across the Dnipro faced challenges due to the heightened military presence and destruction of the dam.
  3. The destruction of the dam temporarily restricts Ukrainian operations, impacting their ability to engage Russian forces in the Kherson direction.

Russiagate 2.0 loading...

Espionage& • 2 implied HN points • 09 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Espionage Intelligence Foreign Relations Political Scandals Military operations
  1. Russia allegedly spent $30 million to influence the Taliban against American soldiers, reportedly as revenge for past CIA actions in Afghanistan. This shows how geopolitics can be shaped with money.
  2. The article raises concerns about the role of British Intelligence and suggests they might be trying to influence U.S. politics, particularly regarding Trump’s support for Ukraine.
  3. There's a mention of the previous 'Russiagate' scandal which impacted Trump’s presidency, hinting that similar tactics may be used again in the future. This points to ongoing political manipulation.

The Reach of 'the President's Private Army'

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 65 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military operations Government Power Counterterrorism Intelligence Operations
  1. JSOC, known as the President's private assassination squad, operates globally with a wide range of secretive military missions.
  2. SOCOM and its sub-command JSOC conduct specialized tasks like assassinations, intelligence analysis, and counterterrorism operations.
  3. JSOC operates in multiple continents, including Africa and the Middle East, with a specific focus on counterterrorism activities.

What's hidden in Ukraine? Dutch intelligence says cyber attacks "not yet" public knowledge

Cody's Version • 2 HN points • 23 Feb 23
🌍 World Politics Cyber Warfare Intelligence Services Sabotage Espionage Military operations
  1. Cyber attacks during war may not be publicly known due to covert operations and deniability.
  2. Cyber activities are often part of broader strategic objectives, making it challenging to attribute isolated incidents.
  3. Targeted institutions have no incentive to advertise successful cyber compromises during war.

Thiếu tá Buang, vợ và 5 con

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 19 implied HN points • 05 Sep 12
💾 History Vietnam War Military operations
  1. The famous photo of a helicopter being pushed off a ship during the Vietnam War was part of a large-scale evacuation operation called Operation Frequent Wind.
  2. The pilot of a small Cessna plane, Thiếu tá Buang, his wife, and five children were safely rescued by the USS Midway during the chaotic evacuation.
  3. The crew of the USS Midway had to push helicopters off the flight deck into the sea to make room for Buang's Cessna to land, resulting in nearly $10 million worth of helicopters being discarded.