HM Intelligence Updates

Fishermen encounter a submarine off Australian coast. Don't think that spear gun will be enough sadly 😂 #HM #HMIntelligence

Last night, Russian air defense units near Moscow reportedly opened fire on one of their own helicopters, having mistaken it for a Ukrainian drone. #HM #HMIntelligence

The view from the control tower of an American super carrier preparing for duty. Source: the captain 🫡 #HM #HMIntelligence

Fuck knows what this lad is up to but 👌

Today's brief is on an American academic arrested in Thailand, top US military official fired, and Russian hackers targeting German NGO. https://open.spotify.com/episode/37jXe3b0W4CUtpdooDDW7F?si=tsjypXPYQbOW_UaL9DQSqw

Spain has dismissed a U.S. warning against deepening ties with China, with Agriculture Minister Luis Planas emphasizing the country's intention to strengthen its already "excellent" trade relationship with Beijing. Despite American concerns that closer cooperation with China could be detrimental, Spain is prioritizing economic engagement and seeking to enhance bilateral trade. #HM #HMIntelligence

China’s Foreign Ministry has issued a statement condemning the United States for what it describes as “arrogant and bullying behavior,” asserting that China will never accept such conduct. #HM #HMIntelligence

Algeria has unexpectedly received at least one Su-35 Flanker M fighter jet, originally intended for Egypt, with satellite imagery confirming its arrival at Ain Beida Air Base in early March 2025. The aircraft was delivered by a Russian An-124, and by 10 March, images revealed Algerian markings on the jet. Additionally, at least four more Su-35s with Algerian roundels have been spotted at a Russian factory, indicating more deliveries are likely. This acquisition complements Algeria’s existing fleet of Su-30MKAs and its confirmed order of Su-57 Felons, highlighting the country's ongoing expansion of its advanced air capabilities. #HM #HMIntelligence

A massive power outage has struck Georgia, plunging much of the country, including major cities like Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi, and Zugdidi into darkness. While electricity is beginning to return in some areas, it remains unstable and prone to flickering. The cause of the blackout is still unknown, and energy providers have not yet issued any official statements regarding the disruption or when full power will be restored. #HM #HMIntelligence

During a visit to Panama, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized that China did not build, does not operate, and will not be allowed to weaponize the canal. He underscored the importance of countering China's influence in the region and affirmed a joint commitment to reclaim the canal from any strategic leverage China may seek to exert. #HM #HMIntelligence

Today, we will discuss the recreation of the long-extinct dire wolf species by US scientists, Trump’s announcement of the US plans for talks with Iran, and the capture of Chinese men fighting for Russia. https://open.spotify.com/episode/2fz09dNyHkcoNqG7vA62s5?si=_xM_eVycT_mzCegx-2q8bg

Just highlighting my recent YouTube video again 🫡 https://youtu.be/TbiOj5voX6s?si=rTJPiSUqNeSiQyuJ

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu emphasized that Iran must not be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons, stating that this goal could be achieved through an agreement only if it follows the Libya model, where the U.S. destroys nuclear facilities and dismantles equipment under its supervision. If such an approach is not taken, he warned, the alternative would be military action. #HM #HMIntelligence

Israel and Turkey are reportedly holding direct talks to establish a coordination channel to prevent military escalation between them in Syria. Middle East Eye reports that Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has cautioned the country’s security leadership about a "short window of time" to strike Syrian bases before Turkish forces are deployed there. #HM #HMIntelligence

Ukrainian forces have captured two Chinese nationals fighting alongside Russian troops in Donetsk, reportedly found with identifying documents. In response, President Zelensky directed Ukraine’s Foreign Minister to urgently contact Beijing, emphasizing that Russia's use of Chinese fighters indicates a dangerous escalation by Putin. The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has launched an investigation into the incident. #HM #HMIntelligence

The U.S. is relocating its military equipment and personnel from Jasionka, a key logistics hub in Poland used to support Ukraine, to other deployment sites within the country, according to an announcement by the Land Forces Command. This move signals a shift in the U.S. military's operational posture in the region, though no specific reasons were provided for the redeployment. #HM #HMIntelligence

In a narrow 5-4 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the Trump Administration's use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport suspected members of the Venezuelan gang “Tren de Aragua” to El Salvador, while also requiring that deportees be granted the right to challenge their removal in federal court. The ruling, led by Chief Justice John Roberts and supported by the conservative majority—with Justice Amy Coney Barrett dissenting alongside the liberal justices—is seen as a win for the Trump Administration, which hailed it as a defense of national security and border control. However, civil rights groups like the ACLU also claimed a partial victory, as the decision mandates the government to prove individuals are part of a group actively engaged in warfare against the U.S. before deportation. The ruling comes amid controversy over earlier deportations of over 100 migrants, many without criminal records or court hearings. #HM #HMIntelligence

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that Ukrainian forces are actively operating in Russia's Belgorod region, marking the first official acknowledgment from Kyiv of their presence there. Emphasizing that "war must return to where it came from," Zelensky defended the operations in enemy border areas as a justified move in the ongoing conflict. #HM #HMIntelligence

Mount Kanlaon in the central Philippines erupted early Tuesday, spewing an ash plume 4,000 meters high. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has kept the volcano at alert level 3 since December 2024, signaling an elevated risk of lava flows and the possibility of a hazardous eruption in the coming weeks. #HM #HMIntelligence