Ukrainian forces foiled a Russian propaganda attempt aimed at fabricating a sabotage incident on the right bank of Kherson. Russian troops used a drone to drop a tricolor flag attached by a magnet onto a bridge in Kherson, filming it to create a fake “victory” narrative. Ukrainian fighters quickly removed and destroyed the flag. No enemy sabotage groups were found in the area.

Despite recent statements from the U.S., U.K., and E.U., the odds of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas before August 15 have dropped to just 19%, according to Polymarket.

Angola Protests Erupt Over Fuel Prices: A taxi strike over a 33% diesel price hike in Luanda has escalated into violent unrest, leaving 4 dead and more than 500 arrested. What began as a protest by drivers quickly grew into a broader revolt, with thousands blocking roads and clashing with police. Protesters stoned public transport and set fire to billboards of President João Lourenço, as outrage over rising fuel costs gave way to deeper anger over governance and economic conditions. Authorities struggled to regain control as even peaceful commuters were caught in the turmoil.

“I’m uncertain about Medvedev’s mental state—he may have been under the influence when he made those war threats against the U.S. But one thing’s clear: Trump doesn’t take kindly to that kind of aggression directed at him,” said Yermak.

New Tunnel and Site Activity Observed at Iran’s Esfahan and Fordow Facilities: • Esfahan – Northern Tunnel: Vehicles observed on site; tunnel portal, previously buried, has been cleared within the past week. • Esfahan – Middle Tunnel: Heavy equipment seen in mid-July, but no direct access to the tunnel yet. • Esfahan – Southern Tunnel: No signs of activity; roadblocks remain in place. • Main Esfahan Facility: Minimal cleanup at damaged structures, limited vehicle presence, and several access roads remain obstructed. • Fordow: New roadwork underway on the eastern hillside within the outer perimeter; no activity detected at tunnel portals or ventilation shafts.

Australia’s first domestically built orbital rocket exploded just 14 seconds after liftoff in a cloud of smoke. Despite the failed launch, it marks a significant milestone in the country’s growing space ambitions.

Trump announces a 25% tariff on Indian imports. Indian Official: “We remain in discussions with the U.S. to reach a mutually beneficial agreement.”

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🚨 A tsunami has been detected in Hanalei, Hawaii, per Faytuks Network.

A magnitude 8.7 earthquake has occurred near Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. This city lies within the same bay that hosts Russia’s major submarine facilities and naval infrastructure. Considering the strength of the quake and the resulting tsunami, some damage is likely. The epicenter of the earthquake was located about 100 kilometers from Avacha Bay, which serves as the home base of Russia’s Pacific Fleet and hosts both diesel and nuclear-powered submarines. Initial footage from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky shows shaking from the quake and damage caused by the tsunami. The bay hosts several facilities, but three in particular are noteworthy: the Northeastern Repair Center, which services both diesel and nuclear submarines; the Rybachiy Submarine Base, where Pacific Fleet submarines are stationed; and a dedicated pier for loading submarine-launched ballistic missiles. These facilities are located directly along the coastline, at an elevation of approximately 3 to 6 meters above sea level. The extent of the damage caused by the earthquake itself remains unknown. As for the tsunami, if wave heights exceed 3 meters, some impact on the facilities is expected. As of July 17, high-resolution imagery (which cannot be released due to licensing restrictions) shows five submarines docked at the pier. In lower-resolution imagery from July 20, at least three can be clearly identified by white markings. The remaining two are only visible in the high-resolution images and are indicated in yellow. In the coming days, high-resolution imagery that will allow for a preliminary assessment of the damage is expected to be released. We will provide updates as soon as the images are reviewed. Stay tuned for the latest information, and if you’re able to help spread the word, please like, share, and follow. Thank you.