Day: May 23, 2026

Suspect dead after approaching White House with weapon, Secret Service says

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Post date May 23, 2026

A person who approached a White House security checkpoint and began firing at officers has died, according to federal officials. The U.S. Secret Service said in a statement late Saturday that, according to a preliminary investigation, the person approached a checkpoint shortly after 6 p.m. ET “removed a weapon from his bag and began firing at posted officers.”

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⚡️Update: At least 6 injured in massive Russian missile, drone attack on Kyiv. The number of injured victims in Russia’s massive overnight missile and drone attack on Kyiv has grown to at least six people, officials reported. https://kyivindependenm/russian-attack-may-24-2026/

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 23, 2026

⚡️Update: At least 6 injured in massive Russian missile, drone attack on Kyiv.

The number of injured victims in Russia’s massive overnight missile and drone attack on Kyiv has grown to at least six people, officials reported.

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US News Live: Shootout Near White House During Trump’s Iran Talks, Secret Service Kills Shooter

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 23, 2026

Panic and chaos erupted near the White House after a heavily armed suspect reportedly opened fire at a security checkpoint just outside the presidential complex. According to the US Secret Service, the gunman approached officers near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, pulled a weapon from his bag, and began shooting shortly after 6 PM ET. Secret Service agents returned fire, killing the suspect in a dramatic gun battle that sent shockwaves across Washington DC. A bystander was also wounded during the exchange, while dozens of gunshots were reportedly heard in the area. Massive security measures were immediately activated, with police and National Guard troops sealing off roads around the White House. FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed FBI personnel rushed to the scene to assist the Secret Service investigation. The shooting unfolded while US President Donald Trump was reportedly inside the White House working on high-stakes negotiations involving Iran, further intensifying fears over presidential security. Authorities have launched a full investigation into the terrifying incident that briefly put the heart of America’s power center on lockdown.

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Suspect dies after trading gunfire with officers near White House, Secret Service says

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 23, 2026

Suspect dies after trading gunfire with officers near White House, Secret Service says https://t.co/Td6l3hTDFO https://t.co/Td6l3hTDFO

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Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy sounds warning after Russia strikes Kyiv with Oreshnik missile

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 23, 2026

Ukrainian president says use of such weapons ‘sets a global precedent for other potential aggressors’ as blasts heard throughout the capital. What we know on day 1,551

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Iran Agreed to Give Up Enriched Uranium in Deal Announced by Trump, U.S. Officials Say

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 23, 2026

Precise details were unclear but the officials said the U.S. demanded a commitment from Iran on uranium as part of any initial agreement.

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The suspect in tonight’s shooting near the White House has been identified as 21-year-old Nasire Best, with his online presence suggesting that he believed he was Jesus Christ. Best was transported to George Washington University Hospital after the shooting, where he later died from his wounds, according to the U.S. Secret Service.

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 23, 2026

The suspect in tonight’s shooting near the White House has been identified as 21-year-old Nasire Best, with his online presence suggesting that he believed he was Jesus Christ. Best was transported to George Washington University Hospital after the shooting, where he later died from his wounds, according to the U.S. Secret Service.

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Suspect dead after shooting prompts White House lockdown with Trump inside

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 23, 2026

The suspect in a shooting outside the White House has been killed in a shootout with security officers.
The White House was placed on lockdown, with US President Donald Trump inside.
A bystander was also injured, while the Secret Service suffered no casualties, and the US president was unaffected.

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Putin loses war on three fronts at once; in recent months, Ukraine de-occupied 189 square kilometers

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 23, 2026

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MORE: Geolocated footage published on May 22 shows Russian forces striking at least one Ukrainian armored vehicle north of Nove (southeast of Borova). A Russian milblogger claimed that the footage shows a part of the Ukrainian mechanized assault, which reportedly involved at least 15 armored vehicles near Maliivka, Lozove, and Vovchyi Yar (all southeast of Borova). A Kremlin-affiliated Russian milblogger claimed on May 23 that footage released by Russian military sources suggests that Ukrainian vehicles may have penetrated up to five kilometers into Russian-controlled territory before Russian forces struck the Ukrainian vehicles. Russian milbloggers claimed that Ukrainian forces attacked the

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 23, 2026

MORE: Geolocated footage published on May 22 shows Russian forces striking at least one Ukrainian armored vehicle north of Nove (southeast of Borova). A Russian milblogger claimed that the footage shows a part of the Ukrainian mechanized assault, which reportedly involved at least 15 armored vehicles near Maliivka, Lozove, and Vovchyi Yar (all southeast of Borova).

A Kremlin-affiliated Russian milblogger claimed on May 23 that footage released by Russian military sources suggests that Ukrainian vehicles may have penetrated up to five kilometers into Russian-controlled territory before Russian forces struck the Ukrainian vehicles. Russian milbloggers claimed that Ukrainian forces attacked the forward positions of the Russian 20th Combined Arms Army (CAA, Moscow Military District [MMD]), including its 3rd and 144th motorized rifle divisions, while Russian forces were regrouping in the area.

Russian milbloggers acknowledged that Ukrainian forces operate in Andriivka, Ridkodub, Vovchyi Yar, and southwestern Karpivka (all southeast of Borova).

A Russian milblogger claimed on May 21 that Russian officials’ exaggerated claims of success in Kupyansk are allowing Ukrainian forces to exploit weak points in Russia’s defensive line that the Russian military command has neglected.

Russian milbloggers assessed that Russian forces may struggle to prevent further Ukrainian advances south of Borova.Institute for the Study of War (@TheStudyofWar)NEW: Ukrainian forces reportedly conducted a mechanized counterattack in the Borova direction, possibly penetrating up to five kilometers into the Russian defenses.

Other Key Takeaways:

Ukraine’s long-range strike campaign continues to exploit degraded and overstretched Russian air defenses, targeting Russian oil infrastructure and military assets on the night of May 22 to 23.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Russia is preparing a combined strike against Kyiv City that could include Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missiles (IRBMs).

Ukrainian forces advanced in the Borova and Hulyaipole direction.

Russian forces launched 124 drones toward Ukraine overnight.— https://x.com/TheStudyofWar/status/2058321272426107031

— Institute for the Study of War (@TheStudyofWar) May 24, 2026