Russian Telegram channels report that 5,414 Geran drones were launched against targets throughout Ukraine in June—marking the highest monthly drone strike total since the full-scale invasion began.

Following the Houthi attack, the bulk carrier MAGIC SEAS has begun to sink, the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has confirmed. The Greek-owned vessel was transporting fertilizer to Egypt and had no connection to Israel. View quoted note →

Konstantin Strukov, a Russian billionaire and owner of the country’s largest gold mining company, was arrested by the FSB (the successor to the Soviet KGB) as he was preparing to fly to Turkey on his private jet. Strukov was one of the biggest private financiers of Vladimir Putin’s political career.

Hebron Sheikhs Propose Break with PA, Offer to Recognize Israel In a surprising political development, five senior sheikhs from Hebron—led by Sheikh Wadee’ al-Jaabari—have proposed creating an independent tribal-led emirate in Hebron, severing ties with the Palestinian Authority (PA) and seeking recognition under the Abraham Accords. According to a letter obtained by The Wall Street Journal, the sheikhs: • Express willingness to recognize Israel as a Jewish state • Propose the establishment of a self-governed emirate in Hebron, outside PA authority • Seek to formally join the Abraham Accords and build direct ties with Israel The initiative reflects mounting frustration with PA leadership and growing skepticism over the viability of a two-state solution—especially in the aftermath of the October 7 attacks. Sheikh Jaabari, a dominant figure in Hebron’s tribal network, described the proposal as a continuation of his family’s longstanding pragmatic ties with Israel, but now framed within a formalized vision for the future. What this means: • The PA and Hamas are expected to strongly reject the move • Israel’s official position remains uncertain • The idea could inspire similar autonomy bids in other parts of Judea and Samaria However, in response to the report, the Al-Jaabari clan issued a public statement distancing itself from any normalization efforts or plans to create a tribal emirate. The family reaffirmed its commitment to the establishment of a Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital.

Officials report Texas flash flooding death toll has risen to 59. View quoted note →

Hamas’ full list of demands, as outlined by Saudi outlet Al-Sharq, will be formally submitted to Egyptian and Qatari mediators as the Israeli delegation heads to Doha for renewed Gaza ceasefire talks: • A daily flow of 400–600 humanitarian aid trucks carrying food, medicine, fuel, tents, mobile homes, and construction materials for hospitals, bakeries, and water facilities. • Distribution of aid to be handled by UN agencies and internationally recognized organizations—excluding the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation—through multiple entry points into Gaza. • Full reopening of the Rafah crossing in both directions, allowing over 20,000 sick and injured individuals to receive treatment abroad and enabling the delivery of aid currently held in Egypt. • A clearly defined mechanism and timetable for the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, including the Philadelphi corridor, returning to positions held before the war. • Binding guarantees that hostilities will not resume during negotiations, with continued indirect talks toward a permanent ceasefire. Mediated by Egypt and Qatar, the negotiations will take place in Doha with Hamas and Israeli representatives housed in separate rooms within the same venue.

Scott Bessent on Elon Musk’s new “America” party: "The principles of DOGE were very popular. If you looked at the polling, Elon was NOT." "I believe those Board of Directors at his various companies did not like this announcement [of a new party] yesterday."

A powerful blast has been reported on Kyiv’s Left Bank, with a thick column of black smoke rising from the site. Initial reports indicate the explosion took place at the CHP-6 heat and power plant.

Growing numbers of Poles are gathering at border crossings and towns near the German border to protest against the transfer of illegal migrants from Germany into Poland. Footage from today shows a demonstration in the city of Zielona Góra. View quoted note →

A chemical plant in Shebekino, Belgorod region, Russia, is on fire following a kamikaze drone strike. Additional footage has emerged from the scene of the Ukrainian drone attack on the Selena chemical reagents facility, showing the extent of the damage caused by the strike.