Day: July 18, 2026
RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝘂𝘄𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗮𝗾 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗶 𝗔𝗶𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲, 𝗝𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻 Thermal imagery shows new fires at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, acquired circa 23:00 UTC on 17 July. The fires are located in the U.S.-operated area of the base. It should be noted that a significant fuel source is required to create a sustained fire large enough to register on FIRMS. Examples range from fuel storage, to vehicles, to logistics warehouses, to weapons stockpiles. #OSINT #Iran #EpicFury
- Post author By Mike Nova
- Post date July 18, 2026
𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝘂𝘄𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗮𝗾 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗶 𝗔𝗶𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲, 𝗝𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻
Thermal imagery shows new fires at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, acquired circa 23:00 UTC on 17 July.
The fires are located in the U.S.-operated area of the base.It should be noted that a significant fuel source is required to create a sustained fire large enough to register on FIRMS.
Examples range from fuel storage, to vehicles, to logistics warehouses, to weapons stockpiles.
— @UKikaski Jul 18, 2026
RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: В первом полугодии в России прекратили работу 2,7 тысячи организаций, специализирующихся на туризме, – это на 52,3% больше, чем годом ранее. Такие данные приводит “Коммерсант” со ссылкой на сервис “Контур.Фокус”.
- Post author By Mike Nova
- Post date July 18, 2026
В первом полугодии в России прекратили работу 2,7 тысячи организаций, специализирующихся на туризме, – это на 52,3% больше, чем годом ранее. Такие данные приводит “Коммерсант” со ссылкой на сервис “Контур.Фокус”.
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- Post author By Mike Nova
- Post date July 18, 2026
Military Tech Shifts and Geopolitical Tensions Escalate
- Post author By Mike Nova
- Post date July 18, 2026
Summary
Directed energy weapons and low-cost precision munitions are accelerating as critical tools in modern warfare, signaling a shift toward high-tech, scalable defense systems. Simultaneously, geopolitical tensions intensify with spy scandals, retaliatory strikes, and political upheavals, while intelligence agencies adapt to hybrid threats and internal fractures. These developments suggest a new era of asymmetric conflict and institutional instability.
Key Stories
Directed energy weapons redefine modern warfare capabilities — Military analysts highlight directed energy weapons as a transformative technology, enabling faster, more precise, and cost-effective engagements compared to traditional munitions. Reports suggest adoption by major powers may outpace conventional arms treaties, raising concerns about unchecked proliferation.
Pentagon invests in mass-produced precision missiles for large-scale conflict — The U.S. Department of Defense signed contracts under the Family of Affordable Mass Missiles program to acquire low-cost, precision-guided munitions, indicating preparations for prolonged, high-volume warfare. Analysts note this may lower the threshold for kinetic responses in regional conflicts.
Spy scandals expose cracks in Western intelligence operations — A collapsed China espionage case in the UK and Israel’s recruitment of rabbis to counter Iranian infiltration reveal systemic vulnerabilities in counterintelligence. The UK’s Intelligence and Security Committee criticized government interference, suggesting institutional erosion in handling foreign threats.
Retaliatory strikes and hybrid warfare escalate in Eastern Europe and Middle East — Ukrainian forces targeted 13 Russian vessels in a single day, while Russia allegedly conducted a deadly strike on a Moscow warehouse, illustrating the expansion of hybrid tactics. Poland’s new military formation to counter drone and migratory pressure underscores growing border security concerns.
Political upheaval and leadership challenges grip Israel and U.S. — The Knesset’s confirmation of an October 2026 election without Netanyahu signals a potential shift in Israeli governance, while a U.S. poll showing nearly half of Americans believe the Supreme Court rules based on politics reflects deepening institutional distrust.
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Directed energy weapons emerge as game-changer in modern warfare … Knesset has officially abandoned Netanyahu and confirmed the coming Election in October, 2026. thenewsandtimes.blogspot.com…— https://x.com/mikenov/status/2078420617091485732— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Jul 18, 2026
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Directed energy weapons emerge as game-changer in modern warfare … Knesset has officially abandoned Netanyahu and confirmed the coming Election in October, 2026. thenewsandtimes.blogspot.com…— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Jul 18, 2026








