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#Russia Russia plans to use the two-seat Su-57D to test technologies for future sixth-generation fighters, focusing on combat AI and the coordination of unmanned aircraft. This approach aims to enhance the capabilities of the Su-57D beyond its current design. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#USA #Iran Nechirvan Barzani, the president of Iraq's Kurdistan Region, served as a secret mediator between the Trump administration and the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) by facilitating direct communication with IRGC commander Ahmad Vahidi. This backchannel was established to clarify negotiations amid uncertainty over who truly represented Iran's leadership. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#USA #Israel #Gaza Jared Kushner is traveling to Israel to negotiate the U.S. Gaza plan, first meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and then engaging with Hamas. This visit is crucial as it aims to address the skepticism from Israel regarding the plan to disarm Hamas and facilitate a gradual Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#ME Qatar, Pakistan and Oman continue to mediate between the United States and Iran, focusing on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and avoiding escalation, but no direct talks are currently scheduled and no breakthrough has been announced. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#USA The U.S. Army is seeking companies that can produce the T901-GE-900 turboshaft engine, which is part of the Improved Turbine Engine Program (ITEP) aimed at enhancing the performance of helicopters like the AH-64 Apache and UH-60 Black Hawk. This engine is designed to provide greater power, improved fuel efficiency, and reduced maintenance costs compared to its predecessor. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#Iraq The Shahed-136 drones are likely launched from Iran and have been targeting positions held by Iranian Kurdish opposition forces in Iraqi Kurdistan. These attacks have increased amid ongoing tensions in the region. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#KSA An emergency alert was issued for the Jazan Region in Saudi Arabia, where the Jazan Oil Refinery is located, amid reported threats of an Ansarallah attack. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#USA #Iran It seems that the question of the Iranian nuclear program is no longer the question of how to solve the access of economic players to the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian nuclear program is increasingly viewed in the context of regional security and control over strategic assets, such as the Strait of Hormuz, rather than just a nuclear issue. Iran is shifting its focus to managing maritime traffic and leveraging its position in the strait for economic and strategic advantages. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#Germany The German plant producing older PAC-2 missiles would need to expand its capacity to produce 240 missiles per year to meet demand. This expansion is necessary to enhance its ability to shoot down aircraft effectively. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#Ukraine #UK Ukraine has begun using British-made drones for deep strikes inside Russia, targeting locations such as oil refineries near Moscow, Yaroslavl, and Volgograd, as well as Belgorod. This development signifies a new phase in UK-Ukraine military cooperation. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#NK #Russia A new batch of 40 KN-23 ballistic missiles, along with associated personnel, was reportedly delivered to Russia's Voronezh region as part of North Korea's military support for the war in Ukraine. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#Ukraine #Russia Russia and Ukraine are currently engaged in intensified mutual strikes, with Ukraine focusing on long-range attacks against Russian energy and logistics targets. This escalation reflects a war of attrition, where both sides are suffering significant casualties while attempting to disrupt each other's supply chains and military capabilities. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#Lebanon #Israel Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed at least 11 people, including civilians, in retaliation for a Hezbollah attack that seriously wounded three Israeli soldiers. The Israeli military stated that the strikes targeted Hezbollah infrastructure following the violation of a ceasefire by the group. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#Lebanon #Israel Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu justified the strikes on Lebanon by stating they were a response to attacks from Hezbollah, which resulted in three IDF soldiers being seriously wounded. He emphasized the need to intensify military actions against Hezbollah to protect Israeli forces and civilians. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#Afghanistan #USA Five years after the U.S. withdrawal, the Taliban are celebrating their rule while also seeking to renew ties with the U.S., including calls for the reopening of the U.S. embassy and American investment in Afghanistan's resources and infrastructure. However, the Taliban's international recognition remains limited, with only Russia formally recognizing their government. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#USA Airbus Helicopters Inc. has been awarded a $115.4 million contract for 10 new UH-72B Lakota helicopters, with an option for two additional units. This contract continues the U.S. Army's investment in the Lakota fleet, enhancing its capabilities for various missions. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#Ukraine #Russia Ukrainian forces struck a key Roscosmos facility and the Savasleyka military airbase in Russia's Samara region using domestically produced Flamingo missiles on August 15, 2026. This attack is part of Ukraine's ongoing efforts to target Russian military infrastructure deep within its territory. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#EU #USA The United States sent a questionnaire to NATO allies in August 2026 asking about their public support for U.S. foreign policy, restrictions on U.S. military base use, defense spending, and alignment with Trump's "strong, clear, and quiet" approach, with results expected to shape future U.S. military presence in Europe. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room

#Russia Russian troops are reportedly digging tunnels to protect personnel at the front, drawing on historical military strategies similar to those used during the Vietnam War. This tactic aims to enhance their defensive capabilities in combat situations. Subscribe to @OSINTdefender | 💬 Chat room