HM Intelligence Updates

⚠️⚠️ WARNING GRAPHIC ⚠️ ⚠️ In Ituri Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), militants from ISIS-Central Africa Province (ISCAP) reportedly raided a village and executed residents. The attackers used a variety of weapons, including China-made Type 69 RPG launchers, DZP1C-40 (T69-3) rockets, and AKM assault rifles. #HM #HMIntelligence

The Ukrainian 71st Jaeger Brigade successfully repelled a large-scale Russian mechanized attack in the Pokrovsk direction. #HM #HMIntelligence

In Sofia, Bulgaria, thousands of supporters of the ultra-nationalist Revival party clashed with police while attempting to storm the EU mission building in protest against the country’s plans to adopt the euro next year. Chanting slogans like "Resignation" and "No to the Euro," demonstrators threw red paint, firecrackers, and Molotov cocktails, setting the building’s front door on fire before being pushed back by police. Some protesters waved Bulgarian, Soviet Union, or East German flags, while others held signs rejecting the euro. #HM #HMIntelligence

In Mulhouse, France, an Algerian terrorist launched a knife attack near the city market, killing one person and injuring five others, including two police officers. The attacker, a 37-year-old listed in the FSPRT, a database for monitoring radicalized individuals, struck six people, seriously wounding one officer by cutting his carotid artery and stabbing another in the chest. While the injured were hospitalized, the perpetrator was detained following the attack. #HM #HMIntelligence

In this weekend special of the Intel Brief I chatted with my mate Tom about Deepseek, Tom is an AI engineer so provided some good insight into what all the hype was about, why is crashed the markets and what the security concerns are. Listen at the link below: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0tvDZcGmNPHYZpWLvXKH79?si=wJpByZRIQBuT28LQd9IL3w&context=spotify%3Ashow%3A7JY3hzd0jgB72au86dYc0Q

Britains’s Jonathan Pie just completely went off on Trump’s stupidity. Well worth a watch 😂 #HM #HMIntelligence

Mum can we get a panzerschreck? No son, we have a panzerschreck at home. Footage of a Russian soldier using some kind of dad's army style rocket launcher that clearly kicks like a mule 😂 #HM #HMIntelligence #Russia #War #Weapons #Conflict

Three years ago, every official in Putin's Russia unanimously insisted that there would be no war, dismissing concerns as mere Western propaganda and manipulation. This video highlights how Russians consistently deceive, not viewing their falsehoods as lies but rather as strategic military deception, driven by their long-standing ambition for global domination since Stalin’s era. #HM #HMIntelligence

Rubio reveals why everyone in the administration is pissed at Zelensky. Thoughts? Good - 👍 Bad - 👎 Shits fucked - 🔥 #HM #HMIntelligence

Also don't think I missed a podcast yesterday 🤙 I just went to the pub after publishing it. It covered more investigations into Sweden cable being cut, Chinese naval drills near NZ and Aus, and the terrorist attack in Tel Aviv. https://open.spotify.com/episode/38JA8g2PdYEgG6wb22ZvVw?si=AaSPXghuRJakxxw9aWt1Tw&context=spotify%3Ashow%3A7JY3hzd0jgB72au86dYc0Q

A 30-year-old Spanish tourist was injured in a knife attack near the Holocaust memorial in Berlin and was hospitalized for treatment. Police quickly apprehended a suspect in connection with the attack. Meanwhile, in Stockholm, Swedish authorities reported detaining three men near the Israeli embassy a few hours later, on suspicion of planning a violent crime. #HM #HMIntelligence

As previously mentioned, I have been trying to learn that art of making YouTube videos, in particular making map edits. I have just released my first video over on a new channel "That Intel Guy" so please go check it out, subscribe and give me some feedback 🤙 I'm also taking requests, thinking the next video will be on M23 in Goma and the DRC, but what do you want to see? https://youtu.be/vNghznAJu9E?si=yQ3an72dSHx1igGz

Politico reports that U.S. allies in Europe, along with NATO, are exploring ways to protect top-secret information from the Trump administration. This follows concerns among some European intelligence officials that certain members of the administration—particularly newly confirmed Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard—might disclose or leak classified details related to European security. A former senior official from the British Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) noted that during Trump's first term, they exercised caution when sharing highly sensitive information with the U.S. The official added, “We were even more cautious last time with Trump, and I find it hard to believe the service won’t be a little more guarded this time.” #HM #HMIntelligence

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the identification of the remains of two young siblings, Ariel and Kfir Bibas, who were tragically killed by Hamas while in captivity following their abduction in November 2023. The remains of these children were among those returned by Hamas, contradicting Hamas's claim that one of the bodies was that of Shiri Bibas. In fact, the IDF confirmed that the additional body returned was not Shiri Bibas nor any other known hostage, leaving the identity of this body unknown. This development led to Israel accusing Hamas of a severe violation of their agreement, demanding the return of Shiri Bibas along with all remaining hostages. Earlier, the remains of another hostage, Oded Lifshitz, were identified, who was also murdered by Hamas over a year ago.

According to unverified reports, President Trump allegedly gave Europe a three-week deadline to sign Ukraine's surrender, as stated by an MEP. If this demand is not met, the U.S. may withdraw its troops from Europe, according to Aaltola (credibility unknown). #HM #HMIntelligence

Today's intel brief is a bit different, it was totally focused on Vance's and Trump's recent comments in regards to Europe and Ukraine. https://open.spotify.com/episode/0RqJHS1WdOFP21krqlnvZm?si=xwP4-sPQQAC4iFjOVJXEHg

Two explosions occurred in Bat Yam, south of Tel Aviv, targeting two unoccupied buses. With no passengers inside at the time, authorities are investigating the incident as a possible terror attack. #HM #HMIntelligence

The G20 foreign ministers are gathering in South Africa for a two-day meeting to discuss pressing global issues such as the Middle East and Ukraine. Representatives from the Global South, including Brazil, India, and South Africa, aim to address reforms to international institutions, climate change, and equitable economic development. Notable attendees include Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Li, Russia's Sergey Lavrov, India's Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, the UK's David Lammy, and France's Jean-Noel Barrot. However, Germany's Annalena Baerbock will not attend, and the big news is the boycott by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Marco Rubio's boycott stems from diplomatic tensions over South Africa's land restitution law, which the US has labelled as land "confiscation" and unfair to whites. Rubio criticized Pretoria's "anti-American" agenda and rejected the previously agreed agenda of "diversity, equity, and inclusion." The US is also displeased with South Africa's legal actions against Israel at the International Court of Justice over its war against Hamas in Gaza. This boycott highlights a growing rift between the US and Europe, with ongoing geopolitical upheaval and a realignment of US foreign policy under President Trump. Rubio's absence may allow other nations, particularly China, to seek greater influence in the G20. Source: AFP, dpa So what The US has made its position clear with South Africa, and as such, it is likely that China will use this opportunity to be seen as the key global superpower. It appears that the US is willing to accept that it is going to lose a significant amount of influence globally but will save some money on foreign aid. While the trade-off is understandable, the ruthless approach the new government has taken will possibly leave a sour taste in a lot of countries' mouths. Due to this, it is likely that if/when the US want to reenter the international stage, it will be a significant challenge to build trust again. #HMIntelligence #HM #G20 #SouthAfrica #Trade #Africa

According to Reuters, the U.S. has declined to sign a draft UN resolution marking three years since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which upholds Kyiv's territorial integrity and denounces Russian aggression. #HM #HMIntelligence

A Russian assault group, supported by two BMDs, unsuccessfully attempted to breach the border in Ukraine's Sumy region. This offensive may have been the one Putin referenced in his remarks yesterday. #HM #HMIntelligence