HM Intelligence Updates

On July 16, 2025, Israel launched airstrikes on Syria’s Defense Ministry building in central Damascus, collapsing several floors and injuring dozens, in response to escalating violence between Syrian government forces and Druze militias in Suweida that left hundreds dead. Israel stated the strikes aimed to deter Syrian troops from operating near Druze areas and protect civilians, marking a sharp escalation in tensions and threatening regional stability as Druze leaders appealed for international intervention. #hm #hmintelligence

Today we cover the conflict in South Syria, is this worth a YouTube video? https://open.spotify.com/episode/1K8BnsxsdYo6lLsupaBrHB?si=Vdqo-EECT9Sk7-nQ_POqiw

A video of Chinese soldiers using machine gun–equipped robot dogs highlights China’s drive to integrate advanced technology into its military, mirroring similar U.S. efforts. This trend has sparked debate about the future of warfare, with companies like Unitree surprised by their tech’s military use. The exercises are part of China’s strategy to expand its global tech and defense influence. #hm #hmintelligence

Footage of IDF strikes today in Syria. #hm #hmintelligence

Two drones struck the U.S.-operated Sarsang oil field in Iraq earlier today, igniting a fire that forced production to stop, though no casualties were reported. Kurdish officials condemned the attack as an act of terrorism, attributing it to Iran-backed militias suspected of targeting U.S. interests in the region. #hm #hmintelligence

Coming in with your morning intelligence briefing 🫡 https://open.spotify.com/episode/7AXdWkIJqozAr22IQZzyVf?si=n08PrUHSSMCNuouEu_dXdw

A Russian attempted to bring down a Ukrainian long-range drone by throwing a rock at it. #hm #hmintelligence

Taiwan is intensifying its military preparations amid rising tensions with China, conducting large-scale war games that include military police performing intensive urban and underground combat drills. These exercises, held around the clock, are designed to ensure the forces are ready to respond swiftly and effectively to any potential conflict. #hm #hmintelligence

According to Axios, during a call on July 3rd, Putin told Trump that he plans to escalate military operations to completely occupy the Ukrainian regions of Luhansk, Donetsk, Kherson, and Zaporizhia within the next 60 days. In response, Trump indicated that his administration’s additional 100% tariffs will take effect after this period. #hm #hmintelligence

Four days ago, a large convoy of over 70 vehicles carrying Malian army troops and Africa Corps mercenaries departed Gao to resupply the northern cities of Kidal, Aguelhok, and Tessalit, despite a previous resupply attempt in June having been ambushed by the FLA. As anticipated, today fighting erupted between the FLA rebels and Africa Corps/FAMa forces near Anefis and Kidal, with heavy battles now underway in the area. #hm #hmintelligence

Irish special forces raided a narco ship linked to the Kinahan cartel, seizing 2.2 tonnes of cocaine valued at $178 million. During the dramatic operation, the crew attempted to flee, destroy the drugs, and pleaded not to be shot. U.S. authorities had been tracking the cartel’s activities from Turkey to Los Angeles. Following the bust, eight men were jailed, and a $5 million bounty has been placed on the cartel boss. #hm #hmintelligence

A Beech B200 Super King Air aircraft, scheduled to fly from Southend Airport to Lelystad in the Netherlands, crashed during takeoff shortly before 4 pm, resulting in a massive fireball at London Southend Airport. Details about the number of people on board and any casualties have not yet been confirmed, and the incident remains a developing story. #hm #hmintelligence

Check out this week's video looking at how Azerbaijan is challenging Russia's dominance in the region 🫡 https://youtu.be/eUHrUONWeT4

Chinese scientists have created “cyborg bees” by implanting a tiny 74-milligram microchip into the bees’ brains using three needles, enabling precise control over their movements. These modified insects reliably followed commands 90% of the time, opening up possibilities for applications such as search and rescue operations, surveillance, and espionage. #hm #hmintelligence

Ukrainian Intelligence (SBU) successfully eliminated a group of Russian FSB agents responsible for the recent murder of an SBU colonel in Kyiv. The Russian operatives, a man and a woman, had infiltrated Ukraine in advance and killed the officer three days earlier. Their hideout near Kyiv was discovered, and both were killed after resisting arrest during the operation, which was personally led by SBU chief Vasyl Maliuk. #hm #hmintelligence

The Rheinmetall Skynex is a German-made anti-aircraft artillery system that has demonstrated effectiveness in Ukraine by successfully intercepting unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), including the Russian Shahed drone. #hm #hmintelligence

Russia launched a large-scale overnight air assault on Ukraine, targeting cities nationwide with 26 cruise missiles and 597 suicide drones, most of which were intercepted. Despite the defense efforts, the attack killed two civilians in Chernivtsi and left dozens injured. #hm #hmintelligence

This video shows China’s latest naval formation exercises conducted just hours ago on July 11, 2025. Taking place right across the strait from Taiwan, these maneuvers reflect a continued pattern of military drills aimed at asserting pressure and demonstrating force. Similar operations in December 2024 and May 2024 involved large-scale naval and air deployments, highlighting an ongoing escalation and strategic use of military activities to influence regional dynamics. #hm #hmintelligence

A pretty clean video of an interception of a Russian Shahed over Odesa. #hm #hmintelligence