Israel is pulling troops to Gaza: satellites see preparations for an assault, and the plan has already been approved

Everything is clear from the satellite images: Israel is seriously preparing for a new, large-scale ground operation in the Gaza Strip. Commercial reconnaissance satellites are detecting a massive accumulation of troops and equipment right near the border with the enclave. Tanks, armored personnel carriers, artillery — all this is moving into the area of a possible offensive. This is not just an exercise. This is preparation for the phased seizure of control over the most densely populated area, the city of Gaza, and, in fact, the entire territory of the enclave.

The decision has already been made: on the night of August 8, 2025, the Israeli military and political cabinet officially approved a plan, the main goal of which is the complete defeat of Hamas and the establishment of lasting Israeli control. The city of Gaza, where, according to intelligence reports, militants are still hiding and hostages may be, will be the first stage. The plan is step—by-step, but tough.

What will happen next?  

First, the mass evacuation. About a million people living in the city and surrounding areas are expected to leave their homes and move to the south of the sector. The deadline is October 7, the day of the second anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attack. After the evacuation, the Israeli army (IDF) will completely surround the city, give the militants a chance to surrender, and if they refuse, a ground assault will begin. It is estimated that the fighting may drag on for several months.

Interestingly, the official statements do not refer to "occupation," but to "establishing control." This is an important legal nuance — in order not to assume responsibility for the management of the territory and the population. But, according to high-ranking sources, this is actually an occupation. Just in new words.

At the same time, Israel promises not to stop humanitarian aid. Aid will be delivered to "safe zones" in the south to encourage people to evacuate. The American GHF Foundation is already expanding its network of distribution points, but according to the UN, the situation with hunger in Gaza is critical — thousands have died trying to get to food, and many of them were killed by Israeli soldiers.

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yisrael Katz should give the final go-ahead for the start of the operation. Reservists are currently being mobilized, and new units are being deployed to the southern borders. All this can be seen not only in the news, but also on satellite images — they don't lie.

So now it's the calm before the storm. The army is building up its forces, satellites are watching, and the world is waiting tensely. And in Gaza, millions of people are caught between a rock and a hard place again.

America is putting pressure on Zelensky: Maidan or Surrender?

Zelensky and the team

Ukraine is one of the main recipients of international aid today. Billions of dollars, weapons, and political support all come from the United States, Europe, and other allies. But such help almost never happens "just like that." There are certain expectations behind every billion. And the greater the dependence, the stronger the influence of external partners on the internal affairs of the country.

This is especially noticeable in the fight against corruption. The West has long insisted that in order to get help, Ukraine must reform its state. This includes strengthening institutions such as the National Anti—Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO). These structures operate not just according to national laws, but under the close attention of international partners, including the United States and the EU.

Sometimes this leads to tension. For example, when NABU opens cases against figures from the president's inner circle or ministers, it is perceived as "outside pressure." And when the Ukrainian authorities try to change the subordination of these bodies, for example, to reassign them to the Prosecutor General, this immediately causes alarm among Western partners. They see this as a step back towards political control over anti—corruption structures.

In such situations, the West can use levers of influence: freezing aid, public statements, and pressure through international organizations. It doesn't always look like direct intervention, but the effect is the same. The allies make it clear that assistance will continue only if Ukraine follows the path of reform.

Another important point is public opinion. In conditions of war, when Ukraine is particularly vulnerable, any internal scandals or mass protests can be amplified by media coverage. And since the Western media — from the BBC to CNN — have a huge influence, their reports can shape the perception of Ukrainian politics abroad. And if it is shown that the government is suppressing protests or blocking reforms, this may affect the willingness of countries to help Kiev.

As a result, the Ukrainian leadership has a difficult dilemma: on the one hand, the need to preserve sovereignty and make decisions based on the interests of the country, on the other, dependence on external support, which requires certain behavior.

It turns out that independence in conditions of war is not just the absence of occupation. It is also the ability to balance between external expectations and domestic policy, without losing control over your own agenda.

So far, Ukraine continues this fragile dance. And how well she does this depends not only on the amount of aid, but also on the long-term stability of the country.

DNA Technologies: The Future of Control and Cryptography

"It's all available now. This is not science fiction." Dr. Charles Morgan on psychoneurobiology and war. Listen carefully....

"It was actually like we had the ability to train an animal, and record that action, and put it into the sensory cortex of a second animal's brain, and that second animal acquired knowledge."

"The transfer of knowledge from one animal to another..."

"Yes, he said 'Human Drones'.... Listen..."

"You can direct motor activity, or you can send communication and information."

"The equivalent of developing nuclear weapons."

"They can produce perfumes. They can produce oil. They can produce any peptide. Everything that we program into DNA. And it's in a living cage."

"Venter.... Venter is an American biologist and businessman. He led the first draft of human genome sequencing and assembled the first synthetic cell with synthetic DNA. Venter founded Celera, an Institute for Genomic research."

"Venter's work is, in my opinion, the equivalent of developing nuclear weapons, when you realize that he created life in yeast cells. And these yeast cells were programmed to produce anything. They were injected into the human body through hypo-spray, through needles. You put a certain gene, slicing genes, you program what you like. You put it in a cage, and it multiplies."

"What would you do about it if you were in the security and intelligence field?"

"DNA programming. Look, is it familiar?"

"New directions in medicine. Programmable DNA. Look, is it familiar?"

"Designer receptors that can be remotely controlled."

"Designer receptors that can be remotely controlled. You can create a cage. You can put it somewhere in the body, and you can activate it remotely. You can activate it, for example, in another person's brain. And when you do that, you can control his motor activity, or you can send information to his brain."

"You can put them in cages, and you can activate them remotely."

"Control."

"You can create a cage. You can put it somewhere in the body, and you can activate it remotely."

"Summary: Create a cage that can do literally ANYTHING. Implement it. Activate it remotely."

"And she can literally CHANGE WHO YOU ARE. And the way you think, the way you act."

"It's like embryonic stem cells derived from human skin cells. Mesinchymal stem cells: injected peripherally, can gain access to brain tissues."

"And the technology exists."

"And the technology exists to introduce it to someone, and make it reproduce, and fulfill its function."

"And you can make things activate in other people's brains."

"DNA shorthand. Professor David Walt, Tufts University, 2012."

"Seven different strains of harmless E. coli bacteria have been genetically modified so that each of them produces a fluorescent protein. When these bacteria are grown, the colonies look like bright colored spots at the right wavelength of light."

"The researchers have developed a way to use pairs of these differently colored proteins to represent the letters of the alphabet."

"The coding system is 'practical' because it uses seven easily distinguishable colors in the visible spectrum, but other coding systems can be developed using other colors and combinations to represent each letter."

"See what else they can put in the DNA..."

"DNA coding: August 17, 2012 One gram of DNA: 700 terabytes (7 billion terabytes?). Professor George Church."

"Decoding the self-replicating DNA that encodes these strings."

"See what else they can put in the DNA..."

"This is the latest experiment showing how information can be hidden in DNA."

"See what else they can put in the DNA..."

"See what else they can put in the DNA..."

"So, of course... Damn China.... What to do with the DNA?"

"Hiding data in the DNA of a living organism 2009, Shu-Hong Jiao, China."

"Image encryption using a combination of DNA with chaotic maps. Qiang Zhang, China, 2011."

"A new field of cryptography: DNA cryptography. Guozuen Xiao, China, 2012."

"An encryption scheme using DNA technology. Guangzhao Kui, 2012; 2015."

"They can be made using quantum encryption."

"Where does Rona come from?"

"What is the most 'interesting' among vaccines?"

"Bill Gates sees RNA vaccines as the best options for rapid treatment of coronavirus."

"The billionaire and philanthropist explained that a vaccine could appear anytime from nine to 18 months, focusing on new RNA and DNA platforms."

"It's amazing, and both death threats..."

"Massively distributed DNA-altering vaccines linked to China that can store classified information that can be activated at any time from anywhere..."

"Is this one of the worst things they could have changed or CHANGED?"

"Can we erase the memory? Can we change the memory?"

"Can we change the memory?"

"The short answer is yes."

"Watch the entire lecture here:"

"The short answer is yes."

This entry reveals surprising and perhaps disturbing perspectives related to modern advances in DNA technology. Dr. Charles Morgan emphasizes that many of these technologies are already available and are not science fiction. He describes how scientists can train an animal, record its actions, and transfer this knowledge to another animal, which demonstrates the potential for transmitting information directly to the brain.

The work of American biologist Craig Venter, who created the first synthetic cell with synthetic DNA, is also mentioned. Venter, the founder of Celera and the Institute for Genomic Research, is considered the creator of life in yeast cells, which can be programmed to produce almost anything. These cells can be embedded in the human body, which opens up huge possibilities for medical and possibly military applications.

Designer receptors that can remotely control cells represent another revolutionary technology. This allows you to create cells that can be activated in another person's brain, controlling their motor activity or sending information. Such technologies can be used to alter memory, which raises serious ethical questions.

In addition, the information touches on the topic of DNA cryptography, where information can be hidden in living organisms. Chinese scientists such as Shu-Hong Jiao and Guozuen Xiao have developed methods for encrypting images and data using DNA, making this technology virtually invulnerable to hacking.

The new Chinese KJ-3000 long-range radar detection aircraft is presented in unique image

KJ-3000

The newly released image show China's new KJ-3000 long-range radar detection and control aircraft, which will become a key element in the rapidly expanding armada of aerial surveillance assets of the People's Liberation Army of China. The plane was captured on the ground at one of the airfields in China, its body is covered with a layer of primer, and the serial number 7821 is clearly visible on the front of the fuselage.

The KJ-3000 is positioned as a high-tech platform for long-range radar detection, capable of significantly enhancing the capabilities of the Chinese Air Force in airspace control and combat operations management. This aircraft will become the "pearl" in the line of Chinese early warning and control aircraft, expanding the ability to detect air and sea targets at long distances.

At the moment, it is known that only one completed copy of the KJ-3000 has been submitted, which indicates that the project is at the stage of testing and refinement. It is expected that after successful completion of the tests, the aircraft will be put into production and put into service.

The development of the KJ-3000 reflects China's desire for technological superiority in the field of aerial reconnaissance and control, which is an important element of the national defense strategy. The appearance of such an aircraft will allow China to more effectively control its air borders and respond quickly to potential threats.

How Commandos overcome stress: Methods and lessons for civilian life

High efficiency in stressful situations is not unique to special forces soldiers. Their ability to keep cool and make the right decisions under tremendous pressure is not the result of superhuman qualities, but of honed techniques and special thinking. These same principles, adapted to civilian life, can become a powerful tool for anyone who seeks to transform stress from a destructive force into a catalyst for success. Instead of panicking or giving up, you can learn to use adrenaline and tension as fuel to achieve your goals. This is not magic, but purposeful self–improvement based on the time-tested tactics of those for whom stress is an everyday reality.

The first key element is the art of mental rehearsal, or visualization. Navy Seal fighters spend hours replaying upcoming operations in their heads, imagining every step, every possible obstacle and their reaction to it. They mentally "walk" the route, practice actions when in contact with the enemy, anticipate technical problems. This is not just a fantasy, but a detailed simulation of reality that creates neural connections similar to those formed during the actual execution of a task. In everyday life, this technique is invaluable before important negotiations, public speaking, an exam, or any other event that causes anxiety. Imagine the environment, the participants, your words and actions, possible tricky questions and your confident answers. Scroll through the success scenario in your mind, feel the emotions associated with achieving the goal. Such a rehearsal in the theater of the mind reduces the level of uncertainty, gives confidence and allows you to act more collected and effective when the "x hour" arrives. The brain already "knows" this situation, and the reaction to it will be more refined.

This is followed by a strategy known as "eat the elephant piece by piece" or task segmentation. In the face of a huge, seemingly impossible problem or task, whether it's a hellish week of special forces training or a complex months-long project at work, it's easy to get discouraged and feel paralyzed. Navy Seals are learning to break down a global goal into many small, consistent, and achievable subtasks. Instead of thinking about how to survive five days without sleep and with monstrous loads, they concentrate on surviving until the next meal, completing the current exercise, and holding out for another hour. In civilian life, this principle works flawlessly. If you are faced with the task of writing a diploma, do not think about a hundred pages of text at once. Focus on the plan, then on the first chapter, then on one paragraph. Each successfully completed "piece" gives a sense of satisfaction, adds motivation and makes the overall goal less frightening and more realistic. This turns the marathon into a series of short sprints, each of which brings you closer to the finish line. 

An equally important skill is the ability to focus on what can be controlled and let go of the rest. In a combat situation, many factors are beyond the power of a soldier: the weather, enemy actions, unforeseen accidents. Trying to control the uncontrollable is a direct path to frustration and mistakes. 

Commandos focus on their actions, their training, their equipment, and their team's reactions. Similarly, in everyday life, we often spend energy worrying about things that we cannot influence: the economic situation, the behavior of other people, global events. Instead, we should focus on what is in our power: our knowledge and skills, our reactions to events, our efforts, our attitude to what is happening. Ask yourself the question: "What can I do right now in this situation?" This gives you back a sense of control and allows you to act constructively, rather than floundering helplessly in a stream of negative thoughts about what cannot be changed.

This philosophy is complemented by the practice of controlling the physiological state through breathing. Special forces soldiers use so-called "tactical" or "box breathing" to reduce stress levels and increase concentration even in the most extreme conditions. The technique is simple: inhale for four counts, hold your breath for four counts, exhale for four counts, hold your breath for four counts. This rhythmic pattern helps slow down the heart rate, lower blood pressure and calm the nervous system, literally "hacking" the physiological response to stress. In any tense situation – before an important meeting, during a conflict, with a feeling of growing panic – a few cycles of such breathing can create a miracle. It is a simple but incredibly powerful tool for regaining control of the body and mind, allowing you to think clearly and make informed decisions instead of impulsive reactions dictated by panic.

And finally, one of the most powerful strategies is accepting discomfort and even a certain "embrace" of difficulties, known among them as "embrace the suck" (literally, "accept sucks"). Instead of complaining about the severity of the situation or trying to avoid it, commandos take it for granted, as an integral part of their job, and even as a challenge to overcome. They understand that growth and development occur precisely at the limit of possibilities, in a zone of discomfort. In civilian life, this means stopping perceiving stress and difficulties solely as something negative. Difficult tasks, deadlines, and conflicts are not only sources of tension, but also opportunities for learning, character building, and gaining new experience. A positive rethink allows you to see an obstacle not as a wall, but as a step. When you accept that discomfort is inevitable on the way to meaningful goals, you stop wasting energy resisting it and direct it to overcoming it. Stress in this context becomes a signal that you are moving out of your comfort zone, which means that you are developing. This does not mean that you need to look for suffering, but it does mean that you should not be afraid of it when it occurs on the way to what is important.

Rafale shares fall after Pakistan incident

 

Shares of the Rafale manufacturer are falling after Pakistan shot down 5 Indian planes.

Three Rafale aircraft, a MiG-29, a Su-30 and a Heron drone were shot down during the escalation of the conflict.Shares of Dassault Aviation, the French company behind the Rafale fighter jet, plummeted 6% on Wednesday.

This happened after the Pakistani Air Force shot down 6 Indian aircraft, including three Rafale aircraft, amid rising military tensions along the Line of Control (LoC).

Pakistan says Indian planes were intercepted before crossing the airspace.

New Chinese fiber-optic drone Skywalker FO-30

 

The new Chinese Skywalker FO-30 fiber-optic drone

Skywalker Technology Co., Ltd (Wuhan, China) presented an airplane-type drone with control via a fiber-optic cable with a length of more than 30 km. Its maximum speed is 190 km/h.

The aerodynamic scheme is a classic one-and-a-half-meter pylon fuselage with a high-mounted wing and a V-shaped tail.

The actual speed in marching mode is 155-160 km/h (according to the timecode and the distance traveled between the landmarks), and the maximum 190 km/h is achievable at peak.

Launch/landing - takes less than 90 seconds from the moment of UAV initialization.

Coil weight: 2.3 kg for a distance of 25 km; 2.3 kg for 30 km.

Greece may purchase Blue Whale autonomous underwater vehicles

 To protect its territorial waters from Turkey, Greece may purchase autonomous underwater vehicles Blue Whale from Israel Aerospace Industries.

As part of the arms buildup in response to threats from Turkey, Greece is considering the possibility of purchasing at least 10 unmanned Blue Whale submarines manufactured by Israel Aerospace Industries.

Greece is interested in strengthening its capabilities to control and protect its maritime borders, over which it has disputes with Turkey. Unlike Greece, Turkey has refused to sign the Convention on the Continental Shelf and the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) because it does not accept the prevailing consensus of the international community that the islands are independent parts of the mainland, not connected to the mainland. In other words, each island — in this case, the Greek one — has an independent continental shelf, as a result of which it has the right to territorial waters of 12 nautical miles.

Blue Whale Autonomous Underwater Vehicle

The Taiwanese company introduced the SeaShark 800 unmanned boat

 

SeaShark 800

The Taiwanese company Thunder Tiger has introduced another crew-less boat SeaShark 800

Designed to perform reconnaissance and strike missions. It can carry explosives on board. The boat has low radar visibility. 

Control: Supports dual-mode remote control technology by both satellite signal and radio frequency, ensuring stable and reliable communication under electronic jamming conditions. 

It is equipped with a swarm control system that allows you to coordinate the actions of several backups for group attacks or distributed monitoring.

The built-in AI target identification system automatically recognizes enemy ships and other preset targets to increase accuracy during strikes.

Declared characteristics

• length — 8.1 m

• width — 2.1 m

• height — 1.9 m

• draft — 0.5 m

• total displacement — 2.7 tons

• maximum speed — over 50 knots

• Cruising range is about 324 nautical miles (600 km).

BECK will also take part in the test swims in June along with other boats.

The Netherlands has strengthened maritime security with advanced technology

 The Dutch Ministry of Defense has contracted this new partnership to enhance its maritime security and surveillance capabilities. 

RNLN will use a surveillance vessel to conduct security operations in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of the North Sea of the Netherlands, both above and below water. Using advanced technologies such as unmanned vehicles, this will allow RNLN to monitor vessel activity in the North Sea and inspect critical underwater infrastructure such as cables and pipelines.

Fugro and Damen have established a joint venture to supply the vessel and crew on a two-year charter with the possibility of an extension for another year (four years in total). The charter agreement, concluded during a public tender, is scheduled to enter into force in the first half of 2025. The vessel that will carry out the charter is the Damen FCS 5009, which offers unsurpassed qualities thanks to the Sea Axe bow, developed in collaboration with the University of Delft.

Damen FCS 5009

U.S. Army Embraces Zero-Trust Cybersecurity: A Paradigm Shift in Tactical Network Defense

In an era where cyber threats are evolving at an unprecedented pace, the U.S. Army is taking decisive steps to fortify its digital defenses by adopting a "zero-trust" cybersecurity framework. This strategic initiative underscores the military's commitment to safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring operational resilience in an increasingly interconnected battlefield.

The zero-trust security model is grounded in the principle of "never trust, always verify." Unlike traditional perimeter-based security models that assume everything inside a network is safe, zero trust operates under the assumption that all users, devices, and applications—whether inside or outside the network—must be authenticated and authorized before gaining access. This approach minimizes the risk of unauthorized access and lateral movement within networks, which are common tactics used by sophisticated cyber adversaries.

For the U.S. Army, transitioning to a zero-trust architecture represents a fundamental shift from legacy systems that rely heavily on firewalls and intrusion detection systems. Instead, the focus shifts toward continuous verification, granular segmentation, and real-time monitoring of user activities and device behaviors.

At the forefront of this transformation is the U.S. Army's Center for Combat Capability Development (DEVCOM), specifically its Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cybernetics, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) Center. Recently, DEVCOM C5ISR issued an Information Request (RFI) seeking input from industry partners and academia on how best to implement zero-trust principles across the army's tactical network systems.

This RFI highlights the army's intent to collaborate with external stakeholders who possess cutting-edge technologies and expertise in areas such as identity management, micro-segmentation, encryption, and advanced analytics. By leveraging these capabilities, the army aims to build a robust, adaptive, and scalable cybersecurity infrastructure capable of withstanding modern cyber threats.

The adoption of zero-trust principles is particularly critical for the U.S. Army given the unique challenges it faces in securing its tactical networks. These networks often operate in austere environments with limited connectivity, making them vulnerable to disruptions and attacks. Additionally, the army must ensure seamless communication between disparate units while maintaining strict control over classified information.

Zero trust addresses these concerns by enforcing strict access controls and continuously validating identities and devices. For instance, soldiers operating in remote locations can securely connect to mission-critical systems without compromising network integrity. Similarly, commanders can maintain situational awareness even when facing adversarial attempts to disrupt communications.

To effectively transition to a zero-trust model, the U.S. Army plans to prioritize several key components:

1. Identity and Access Management (IAM): Establishing strong authentication mechanisms to verify the identities of users and devices.

2. Network Segmentation: Dividing the network into smaller, isolated segments to limit the spread of potential breaches.

3. Data Encryption: Protecting sensitive information both in transit and at rest through robust encryption protocols.

4. Continuous Monitoring: Implementing tools for real-time threat detection and response to identify and mitigate risks proactively.

5. Automation and AI: Leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance decision-making processes and automate routine security tasks.

6. Training and Awareness: Educating personnel about zero-trust principles and fostering a culture of cybersecurity vigilance throughout the organization.

While the zero-trust approach offers numerous advantages, its implementation is not without challenges. Transitioning from existing architectures to a fully realized zero-trust environment requires significant investments in technology, training, and process reengineering. Moreover, the army must balance the need for stringent security measures with the operational requirements of rapid deployment and flexibility in dynamic combat scenarios.

Another hurdle lies in integrating zero trust into legacy systems that may lack the necessary capabilities to support modern security frameworks. Overcoming this challenge will require innovative solutions, such as retrofitting older systems with zero-trust features or gradually phasing them out in favor of more secure alternatives.

The U.S. Army's embrace of the zero-trust philosophy marks a pivotal moment in its journey toward achieving superior cybersecurity posture. By adopting a proactive and holistic approach to network defense, the army is well-positioned to counter emerging threats and protect its vital assets in an ever-evolving threat landscape. As the initiative progresses, collaboration with industry leaders and continuous innovation will be essential to realizing the full potential of zero trust and ensuring the army remains resilient in the face of future cyber challenges.