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 @mikenov  Apr 25, 2026 
 Zelenskyy says he is ready to meet Putin in Azerbaijan  
Zelenskyy says he is ready to meet Putin in Azerbaijan – Euronews.com news.google.com/rss/articles…— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Apr 25, 2026…

 @SaladinAlDronni  Apr 25, 2026 
 RT by @sentdefender: Confirmed – JNIM and FLA forces have entered parts of Gao city, the capital of Gao province. Huge development, amid other developments. Today, Mali loses control over significant parts of its territory for the first time since 2012. @casusbellii… 
Confirmed – JNIM and FLA forces have entered parts of Gao city, the capital of Gao province. Huge development, amid other developments. Today, Mali loses control over significant parts of its territor…

 @sentdefender  Apr 25, 2026 
 The Flag of Mali is lowered and the Flag of the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) is raised at a military base within the Eastern Malian town of Kidal. pic…. 
The Flag of Mali is lowered and the Flag of the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) is raised at a military base within the Eastern Malian town of Kidal. pic.twitter.com/ZFwX4VpyS5— OSINTdefender (@sentdefe…

 @sentdefender  Apr 25, 2026 
 Convoy of jihadist militants with Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) seen moving south through the town of Kati just to the northwest of Mali’s capital Bamako, with small clashes reportedly taking place against elements of the Malian Army and Russia’s Africa Corps. pic…. 
Convoy of jihadist militants with Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) seen moving south through the town of Kati just to the northwest of Mali’s capital Bamako, with small clashes reportedly t…

 @sentdefender  Apr 25, 2026 
 Militants have captured the Governor’s Palace in Kidal, Northeastern Mali, following the reported withdrawal earlier of government officials and the Malian Army. pic…. 
Militants have captured the Governor’s Palace in Kidal, Northeastern Mali, following the reported withdrawal earlier of government officials and the Malian Army. pic.twitter.com/nOYLGMUiHz— OSINTdefen…

 @sentdefender  Apr 25, 2026 
 The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG-115) escorts the Iranian-flagged crude oil tanker, M/T HERBY, in the Indian Ocean, enforcing the ongoing blockade by the U.S. Navy against ports in Iran, April 24, 2026. pic…. 
The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG-115) escorts the Iranian-flagged crude oil tanker, M/T HERBY, in the Indian Ocean, enforcing the ongoing blockade by the U.S. N…

 Apr 25, 2026 
 Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin’s forces rain 660 drones and missiles on Kyiv as images of emaciated soldiers spark outrage… 
Ukraine sacks a military commander after images of severely undernourished frontline soldiers sparked outrage…

 @MEMRIReports  Apr 25, 2026 
 #ICYMI: Ethiopia-Based Think Tank ‘Horn Review’: Sudan, Eritrea, And The Strategic Depth Of Iran’s Houthi Resupply – Report & audio here #MEMRI pic…. 
#ICYMI: Ethiopia-Based Think Tank ‘Horn Review’: Sudan, Eritrea, And The Strategic Depth Of Iran’s Houthi Resupply – Report & audio here https://t.co/AFgV8j1ieG #MEMRI pic.twitter.com/xiighZJAHP— MEMR…

 @UKikaski  Apr 25, 2026 
 🇺🇸🇮🇷🇷🇺🇴🇲 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗪 𝗖𝗜𝗥𝗖𝗨𝗜𝗧 Witkoff and Kushner head to Islamabad today, Saturday 25 April, for another round of talks. White House press secretary Leavitt confirmed the trip, stating Iran requested the meeting and that the U.S. has “seen some progress.” The catch: Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson flatly denied any me… 
🇺🇸🇮🇷🇷🇺🇴🇲 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗗𝗢𝗪 𝗖𝗜𝗥𝗖𝗨𝗜𝗧Witkoff and Kushner head to Islamabad today, Saturday 25 April, for another round of talks. White House press secretary Leavitt confirmed the trip, stating …

 @MilHistNow  Apr 25, 2026 
 The crew of an M5A1 Stuart tank from Company D of the U.S. Army’s 761st Tank Battalion roll through Coburg, Germany. The photo was taken on this day in 1945…. 
The crew of an M5A1 Stuart tank from Company D of the U.S. Army’s 761st Tank Battalion roll through Coburg, Germany. The photo was taken on this day in 1945.— Military History Now (@MilHistNow) Apr 25…

 @SpiesVespers  Apr 25, 2026 
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LOW UK PRICE amazon.co.uk/Honey-Trapped-B…— SPIES&VESPERS (@SpiesVespers) Apr 25, 2026…

 @SpiesVespers  Apr 25, 2026 
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amazon.com/Honey-Trapped-Bet…— SPIES&VESPERS (@SpiesVespers) Apr 25, 2026…

 @mikenov  Apr 25, 2026 
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share.google/aimode/lveTCga7…— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Apr 25, 2026…

 @SpiesVespers  Apr 25, 2026 
 OTD April 25, 1975 Cuban government approves Soviet #SIGINT facility codenamed TERMIT-P in GRU building in Lourdes, Havana suburb…. 
OTD April 25, 1975 Cuban government approves Soviet #SIGINT facility codenamed TERMIT-P in GRU building in Lourdes, Havana suburb.— SPIES&VESPERS (@SpiesVespers) Apr 25, 2026…

 @SpiesVespers  Apr 25, 2026 
 OTD April 25 1874 #Guglielmo_Marconi, great grandson of whiskey distiller #John_Jameson born. Later invents radio, creating many new spy jobs…. 
OTD April 25 1874 #Guglielmo_Marconi, great grandson of whiskey distiller #John_Jameson born. Later invents radio, creating many new spy jobs. — SPIES&VESPERS (@SpiesVespers) Apr 25, 2026…

 @SpiesVespers  Apr 25, 2026 
 OTD April 25, 1949 #Soviet_spy #Judith_Coplon goes on trialfor espionage. 
OTD April 25, 1949 #Soviet_spy #Judith_Coplon goes on trialfor espionage.— SPIES&VESPERS (@SpiesVespers) Apr 25, 2026…

 @mikenov  Apr 25, 2026 
 #Ukraine #Zelensky in #SaudiArabia – Google Search https://www.google.com/search?num=10&newwindow=1&sca_esv=5411fb6e24022fbf&rlz=1C1ONGR_enUS1133US1133&sxsrf=ANbL-n6JpCvXe5vrgFdGQgeEGMchPazh3A:1777107692005&udm=2&fbs=ADc_l-aN0CWEZBOHjofHoaMMDiKp0UJuhqwKhR0QUhF54-6jIYFfWbU_Clyew-1Wh7zkL7EUcewkj-Y5mEXWvVf2-8S7Q9JzmuMHBTnAM1FBTEpBAA6ghZXslcE… 
#Ukraine #Zelensky in #SaudiArabia – Google Search google.com/search?num=10&new…— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Apr 25, 2026…

 @mikenov  Apr 25, 2026 
 #SouthCaucasus #Ukraine #Zelensky in Baku – Google Search https://www.google.com/search?q=Zelensky+in+Baku&rlz=1C1ONGR_enUS1133US1133&oq=Zelensky+in+Baku&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIICAEQABgWGB4yDQgCEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgDEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyBwgEEAAY7wUyBwgFEAAY7wUyBwgGEAAY7wXSAQkxOTEzNWowajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 https://www.kyivp… 
#SouthCaucasus #Ukraine #Zelensky in Baku – Google Search google.com/search?q=Zelensky… kyivpost.com/post/74733— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Apr 25, 2026…

 @mikenov  Apr 25, 2026 
 Володимир Зеленский прибыл с рабочим визитом в Азербайджан https://www.youtube.com/shorts/LsKRlGUrurM 
Володимир Зеленский прибыл с рабочим визитом в Азербайджан youtube.com/shorts/LsKRlGUru…— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Apr 25, 2026…

 @Osinttechnical  Apr 25, 2026 
 Via: pic. 
Via: https://t.co/lXvcZO2Ojv pic.twitter.com/CdciBqDzM1— OSINTtechnical (@Osinttechnical) April 25, 2026…

 @Osinttechnical  Apr 25, 2026 
 Ukrainian AAA gunner shooting down a Russian Shahed attack drone at near point blank range with his M2 Browning .50 HMG yesterday. pic…. 
Ukrainian AAA gunner shooting down a Russian Shahed attack drone at near point blank range with his M2 Browning .50 HMG yesterday. pic.twitter.com/GVAJafNoWl— OSINTtechnical (@Osinttechnical) April 25…

 @UKDefJournal  Apr 25, 2026 
 RT by @Osinttechnical: UPDATED: The UK Ministry of Defence has rejected Romania’s claim that British Typhoon jets engaged and downed Russian drones near the Ukrainian border, saying both aircraft returned to base without firing…. 
UPDATED: The UK Ministry of Defence has rejected Romania’s claim that British Typhoon jets engaged and downed Russian drones near the Ukrainian border, saying both aircraft returned to base without fi…

 @WWIIpix  Apr 25, 2026 
 This day in 1945, American and Soviet troops meet at the Elbe River near Torgau, cutting Nazi Germany in half and sealing its fate. A rare moment of unity before a divided world followed. #WW2… 
This day in 1945, American and Soviet troops meet at the Elbe River near Torgau, cutting Nazi Germany in half and sealing its fate. A rare moment of unity before a divided world followed. #WW2— WWII P…

 Apr 25, 2026 
 Putin could cause the next Chernobyl through reckless strikes on nuclear plants, experts warn 
Four decades ago, the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant exploded in the worst nuclear accident the world has ever seen. Today, some of the world’s leading nuclear experts warn Alex Croft that Russia’s act…

 @Osinttechnical  Apr 25, 2026 
 For the first time, Royal Air Force Eurofighter Typhoons engaged Russian drones over Ukraine -Romania’s MOD The Typhoons were given clearance to engage the drones over Reni, Ukraine, after they were spotted heading towards Romanian airspace. pic…. 
For the first time, Royal Air Force Eurofighter Typhoons engaged Russian drones over Ukraine -Romania’s MODThe Typhoons were given clearance to engage the drones over Reni, Ukraine, after they were sp…

 @Osinttechnical  Apr 25, 2026 
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https://t.co/cCJwcXvQSY pic.twitter.com/bkaQtjPKmc— OSINTtechnical (@Osinttechnical) April 25, 2026…

 @KremlinTrolls  Apr 25, 2026 
 His ramblings are becoming more disjointed.. unable to finish sentences.. 
His ramblings are becoming more disjointed.. unable to finish sentences..Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump)Trump: “When I didn’t get the Nobel Peace Prize. You gotta understand, I don’t care…

 @Robert4787  Apr 25, 2026 
 When U.S. intel and Trump’s claims do not line up during a Hormuz crisis, that is dangerous. Mixed signals confuse allies, embolden Iran, and raise the risk of bad decisions that hit Americans through oil prices, shipping, and war. #Iran #NationalSecurity #Intelligence https://news.sky.com/video/war-briefing-day-54-how-did-the-iranian-att… 
When U.S. intel and Trump’s claims do not line up during a Hormuz crisis, that is dangerous. Mixed signals confuse allies, embolden Iran, and raise the risk of bad decisions that hit Americans through…

 @Robert4787  Apr 25, 2026 
 He is right. Military power is only as good as the intelligence behind it. DIA, NSA, NRO, CIA and others help commanders see threats early, hit the right targets, and avoid costly surprises that put Americans at risk. #Intelligence #Military #NationalSecurity…… 
He is right. Military power is only as good as the intelligence behind it. DIA, NSA, NRO, CIA and others help commanders see threats early, hit the right targets, and avoid costly surprises that put A…

 Apr 25, 2026 
 Another wave of public outcry tests Putin’s rule in wartime Russia 
Public dissent appears to be deepening in Russia…

 Apr 25, 2026 
 Another wave of public outcry tests Putin’s rule 
Public dissent appears to be deepening in Russia. Some Russian influencers recently released public appeals to President Vladimir Putin, criticizing his government and policies….

 @MilHistNow  Apr 25, 2026 
 On this day in 1945, East meets West as U.S. and Soviet forces link up on the Elbe River at Torgau, Germany. 
On this day in 1945, East meets West as U.S. and Soviet forces link up on the Elbe River at Torgau, Germany.— Military History Now (@MilHistNow) Apr 25, 2026…

 @MilHistNow  Apr 25, 2026 
 Today in 1915, the Allies land at Gallipoli. Their objective is to seize Constantinople and knock Turkey out of the war. Heavy resistance prevents the invaders from advancing inland. Up to 60,000 British, ANZAC, Indian & French soldiers die in the nine-month campaign that follows… 
Today in 1915, the Allies land at Gallipoli. Their objective is to seize Constantinople and knock Turkey out of the war. Heavy resistance prevents the invaders from advancing inland. Up to 60,000 Brit…

 @MilHistNow  Apr 25, 2026 
 “God bless America. God save the King. But thank Christ for Australia!” Drop a like to salute our followers Down Under on #AnzacDay. #LestWeForget… 
“God bless America. God save the King. But thank Christ for Australia!” Drop a like to salute our followers Down Under on #AnzacDay. #LestWeForget— Military History Now (@MilHistNow) Apr 25, 2026…

 @Robert4787  Apr 25, 2026 
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cbsnews.com/news/cartel-memb…— Robert Morton (@Robert4787) Apr 25, 2026…

 @JuliaDavisNews  Apr 25, 2026 
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https://t.co/mkCWKTbaT0 pic.twitter.com/Xyj9EVEGLk— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) April 25, 2026…

 @TheStudyofWar  Apr 25, 2026 
 Key Takeaway: “Pragmatist” officials may continue to advocate for a more flexible approach, but their efforts are unlikely to meaningfully shape regime decision-making in the near term. Vahidi’s apparent victory over Ghalibaf will likely have significant implications for… pic…. 
Key Takeaway: “Pragmatist” officials may continue to advocate for a more flexible approach, but their efforts are unlikely to meaningfully shape regime decision-making in the near term. Vahidi’s appar…

 @Robert4787  Apr 25, 2026 
 That is almost dark comedy, but the threat is real. A Russian assassination unit using sloppy tradecraft still shows Moscow is willing to export violence abroad. Bad methods do not make the mission less dangerous. #Russia #Espionage #NationalSecurity https://share.google/jiMM98x3MTqRh5t43… 
That is almost dark comedy, but the threat is real. A Russian assassination unit using sloppy tradecraft still shows Moscow is willing to export violence abroad. Bad methods do not make the mission le…

 @Robert4787  Apr 25, 2026 
 Most spy cases come down to the same ugly mix: money, ego, anger, or access. The scariest threats are not always foreign agents sneaking in. Sometimes they are trusted insiders already holding the keys. #Espionage #Counterintelligence #NationalSecurity https://www.cnn.com/us/imprisoned-u-s-spies-fast-facts… 
Most spy cases come down to the same ugly mix: money, ego, anger, or access. The scariest threats are not always foreign agents sneaking in. Sometimes they are trusted insiders already holding the key…

 @ODNIgov  Apr 25, 2026 
 Rinse and repeat. This is the same impeachment hoax House Democrats have run before—and the one @DNIGabbard exposed last week. ⬇️ pic…. 
Rinse and repeat. This is the same impeachment hoax House Democrats have run before—and the one @DNIGabbard exposed last week. ⬇️ https://t.co/zvURaW28b1 pic.twitter.com/8wfE2vTy4B— Office of the DNI …

 @TheStudyofWar  Apr 25, 2026 
 2/ Full update w/ @criticalthreats: https://isw.pub/IranUpdate042426 
2/ Full update w/ @criticalthreats: isw.pub/IranUpdate042426— Institute for the Study of War (@TheStudyofWar) Apr 25, 2026…

 @TheStudyofWar  Apr 25, 2026 
 NEW | Iran Update: Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Commander Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi and his inner circle have repeatedly blocked attempts by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and other “pragmatist” officials to push the regime toward a more flexible… pic…. 
NEW | Iran Update: Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Commander Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi and his inner circle have repeatedly blocked attempts by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalib…

 @TheStudyofWar  Apr 25, 2026 
 2/ Full update: Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, April 24, 2026: https://isw.pub/UkrWar042426 
2/ Full update:Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, April 24, 2026: isw.pub/UkrWar042426— Institute for the Study of War (@TheStudyofWar) Apr 25, 2026…

 @TheStudyofWar  Apr 25, 2026 
 RT by @TheStudyofWar: NEW: The Russian Central Bank lowered its key interest rate for the third time in 2026 and the eighth time in the last 12 months while continuing attempts to portray the Russian economy as stable. The Russian economy continues to struggle under the strain of immense war spending,… pic…. 
NEW: The Russian Central Bank lowered its key interest rate for the third time in 2026 and the eighth time in the last 12 months while continuing attempts to portray the Russian economy as stable. The…

 @DecodingFoxNews  Apr 24, 2026 
 RT by @JuliaDavisNews: In a classic Fox News move Lawrence Jones spoke to an employee of Turning Point USA who he tried to present as a random person in a diner. Jake Poling is a regional manager with TPUSA. Poling was NOT identified as a TPUSA employee in the segment. pic…. 
In a classic Fox News move Lawrence Jones spoke to an employee of Turning Point USA who he tried to present as a random person in a diner. Jake Poling is a regional manager with TPUSA. Poling was NOT …

 @michaeldweiss  Apr 24, 2026 
 This is what Ricky Gervais would have done with this exact moment on a limited series for Netflix. 
This is what Ricky Gervais would have done with this exact moment on a limited series for Netflix. https://t.co/mNWfdHtWZM— Michael Weiss (@michaeldweiss) April 24, 2026…

 C-SPAN  Apr 24, 2026 
 Washington Today (4-24-26): DOJ ends Fed Chair Powell probe; Envoys Witkoff, Kushner to meet Iran FM 
Justice Department ends the criminal investigation of Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, which could mean the man nominated to be his successor, Kevin Warsh, will be confirmed by the Senate. White …

 @anders_aslund  Apr 24, 2026 
 I have a strong feeling that the Iranians will let these two obnoxious amateurs hang dry by not coming. The Iranian AI videos are full of scorn over Trump wanting to talk to the Iranians and then waiting 2000 years, while the Iranians don’t come. “Stupid is as stupid does”… 
I have a strong feeling that the Iranians will let these two obnoxious amateurs hang dry by not coming.The Iranian AI videos are full of scorn over Trump wanting to talk to the Iranians and then waiti…

 @ReichlinMelnick  Apr 24, 2026 
 RT by @JuliaDavisNews: This is a genuinely impressive way to handle the issue. There can’t be a “controversy” if the President is suing himself…. 
This is a genuinely impressive way to handle the issue. There can’t be a “controversy” if the President is suing himself. https://t.co/uhcv4enpNd— Aaron Reichlin-Melnick (@ReichlinMelnick) April 24, 2…

 @anders_aslund  Apr 24, 2026 
 Should the West accept invitation to Trump’s G20 Summit at his Doral Golf course 14-15 December? No! Don’t! Trump’s kleptocracy is a major global problem & Doral is his private golf club. To go there means to support Trump’s corruption. Trump has invited Putin without consultation, which should suffice for Westerners not to go. Trump has … 
Should the West accept invitation to Trump’s G20 Summit at his Doral Golf course 14-15 December?No! Don’t!Trump’s kleptocracy is a major global problem & Doral is his private golf club. To go there me…

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