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@mikenov: Post-rally photo of Donald Trump without ear bandage spar…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date July 30, 2024

Post-rally photo of Donald Trump without ear bandage spar… https://t.co/ZPFne8PRZS

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) July 30, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@haaretzcom: RT by @mikenov: Storming of Sde Teiman detention facility is an attempt by Israel’s far right to provoke insurrection in the IDF / Amos Harel haaretz.com/israel-news/20…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date July 30, 2024

Storming of Sde Teiman detention facility is an attempt by Israel’s far right to provoke insurrection in the IDF / Amos Harel https://t.co/ML3bohfZUH

— Haaretz.com (@haaretzcom) July 30, 2024

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@mikenov: Kamala Harris has activated the Democratic big-money machine

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date July 30, 2024

Kamala Harris has activated the Democratic big-money machine – POLITICO https://t.co/ApuleT5GsX

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) July 30, 2024

Putin and Putinism

10 “Leslie O’keefe” profiles | LinkedIn

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date July 30, 2024

View the profiles of professionals named “Leslie O’keefe” on LinkedIn.

Putin and Putinism

What’s happening in Venezuela – protests, election uncertainty … – CNN

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date July 30, 2024

Criticism is mounting against Venezuela’s authoritarian leader Nicolás Maduro after deadly protests erupted across the country following its disputed presidential election.

Putin and Putinism

Van Halen Huh? This is Funny – My Les Paul Forum

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date July 30, 2024

Here we have a solo vocal track from mr. Roth himself. It’s hilarious when not heard in the context of the song. david lee roth running with the devil (vocals only) 1978 – YouTube

Russia and Ukraine

Which of the following steps was not taken by Ashoka to..

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date July 30, 2024

Which of the following is not one of the broad categories into which the edicts issued by Ashoka can be divided? a) Edicts issued for the propagation of dhamma b) Public pronouncements meant for his subjects c) Pronouncement explaining the philosophy of Buddhism and its relevance in day-to day life

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@mikenov: Russian warning sparks high-level Pentagon talks on Ukraine msn.com/en-ie/money/ot…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date July 30, 2024

Russian warning sparks high-level Pentagon talks on Ukraine https://t.co/Kd3euAwvhu pic.twitter.com/AwnQZsqpCT

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) July 30, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@mikenov: NYT: Russian defense minister warns US of ‘covert operation’ against Russia

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date July 30, 2024

NYT: Russian defense minister warns US of ‘covert operation’ against Russia | УНН https://t.co/3tsa5HkOzA

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) July 30, 2024

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Escalating Attacks on CIA Facilities
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Recent Attacks on CIA property in the Middle East

Recent reports indicate that a series of Iranian missile and drone strikes have inflicted unprecedented damage on U.S. intelligence facilities across the Middle East, including installations operated by the CIA.
Middle East Eye

Here is a breakdown of the current situation and the strategic implications of these attacks:

Scope of the Damage
According to U.S. sources, the recent strikes targeted buildings, surveillance infrastructure, and intelligence-gathering systems maintained by American spy agencies in various regional host nations.
Middle East Eye

Financial Impact: Repair and replacement costs for the compromised equipment and infrastructure are expected to reach into the billions of dollars.
Middle East Eye

Historical Scale: Officials have described the destruction as unparalleled, marking the most severe losses ever sustained by American intelligence operations in the region.
Middle East Eye

The Russian Intelligence Connection
A critical focus for U.S. analysts is the high precision and effectiveness of these strikes, which has raised strong suspicions of Russian intelligence involvement.
www.chosun.com

Targeting Tradecraft: The locations of CIA overseas stations (often housed within embassies, safe houses, or logistics hubs) are strictly classified. U.S. intelligence believes few nations aside from Russia possess the capability to obtain such sensitive coordinates and the willingness to weaponize that data against the U.S.
www.chosun.com

Modified Ordnance: Attacks on at least two CIA facilities earlier this year—one inside the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and another in eastern Iraq—reportedly utilized Russian-modified versions of Iran’s Shahed drones.
www.chosun.com

Navigation Upgrades: Russia has also reportedly supplied Iran with the “Kometa-M” anti-jamming satellite navigation system, which allows Iranian drones to utilize both Russian GLONASS and U.S. GPS data while resisting electronic warfare countermeasures.
www.chosun.com

Strategic Context
These attacks are part of a broader, escalating conflict in the region. Tensions surged in February 2026 following joint U.S.-Israeli military strikes against Iran, prompting this sustained campaign of retaliatory Iranian strikes against American regional assets. While a Pakistani-mediated memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the hostilities was signed in mid-June, negotiations have since collapsed over disputes regarding the terms and navigation rights through the Strait of Hormuz.
Muslim Network TV

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