Minas Tirith Reports

🇺🇸🏴Convicted ISIS Plotter Killed After University Attack The FBI is investigating shooting at Norfolk University in Virginia as an act of terrorism. The suspect has been identified as Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, 36, a former US National Guardsman. This incident raises serious national security questions, as Jalloh was previously convicted on federal terrorism charges in 2016 for a plot to support ISIS. Several people were injured, one killed in the attack, local student military officers subdued the gunman. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated

🇮🇱🇮🇷Israeli Intel Reports Death of Iran's Heir Apparent Reports are emerging from Israeli intelligence sources regarding the death of Mojtaba Khamenei, son of and elected successor to Iran's Supreme Leader. The claims originated from Persian-language social media accounts linked to the Mossad. The posts suggest Khamenei succumbed to a previous injury, creating a significant succession crisis for the Iranian regime, as he was just appointed the nation's new Supreme Leader. While reports of Khamenei's death are not confirmed, Iran verified claims that he was injured in one of strikes. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇪🇷Eritrea Frees Cartoonist Held 15 Years Without Charge Eritrean cartoonist Biniam Solomon has been released after 15 years of imprisonment without charge or trial. Solomon was arrested in 2011 during a sweeping crackdown that shuttered all independent media in the country. His case is a stark reminder of the Eritrean regime's long-standing hostility towards free expression and due process. The nation remains one of the world's most repressive environments for journalists, with no independent press permitted to operate. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇺🇸🇱🇧🇮🇱Michigan Synagogue Attack Vehicle Linked to Lebanese-Born Citizen An attack has targeted the Temple Israel synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Law enforcement sources report the vehicle used is registered to a naturalized US citizen originally from Lebanon who resides in Dearborn. Notably, the FBI's Detroit field office had previously conducted active shooter prevention training for the clergy and staff at this very synagogue. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇺🇸🇮🇷Fetterman Calls for Eliminating Iranian Leadership US Senator John Fetterman from Pennsylvania has issued a direct call for the elimination of Iran's leadership, stating that America should 'kill every last member.' The Senator specifically named Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the previous Supreme Leader, as a target. Khamenei Jr. was elected as Iran's new Supreme Leader, although it remains unknown what his medical condition is, as he too was injured in one of the early strikes against Iran. Senator Fetterman, once viewed as a progressive Democrat, became much closer to the Trump administration in the past year's time. In particular, when it comes to the Middle East, Fetterman always endorses the administration's attempts to help Israel and inflict more pressure and damage upon Iran and other Islamist entities. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇮🇱🇱🇧Israeli Defense Minister Warns Lebanon: Control Hezbollah or We Will Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has delivered a direct ultimatum to Lebanon's president concerning Hezbollah. The warning addresses persistent threats and rocket fire against communities in northern Israel. Katz stated that if the Lebanese government fails to control its territory and stop the attacks, the IDF is prepared to seize territory to neutralize the threat. This puts Beirut in a tough situation when it either has to take action against well-armed Hezbollah on its own, or give Israel formal excuse to launch yet another mass-scale ground operation in Lebanon. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇷🇴🇺🇸US Bolsters Mideast Operations from Romanian Airbase The US military is expanding its presence at Romania's Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base to support critical operations in the Middle East. Romanian authorities have reportedly authorized the request, which includes the temporary deployment of up to 500 US personnel. The base will host American refueling aircraft and fighter jets, significantly enhancing Washington's logistical and operational capabilities in the region from the Black Sea to the Middle East. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇺🇸🇮🇷FBI Warns of Iranian Drone Threat to California FBI has issued a formal alert to California police departments, warning of a potential retaliatory attack from Iran. The specific threat involves drone strikes targeting the US West Coast. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇮🇱🇮🇷Israelis Overwhelmingly Back Retaliatory Strike on Iran Recent polling reveals overwhelming public support within Israel for the decision to conduct a retaliatory strike against Iran. A survey by the Jewish People Policy Institute found that 72% of all Israelis, including 85% of Jewish respondents, believe the action was correct. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇺🇸🇰🇷US Redeploys Key Air Defenses to Middle East The United States is relocating advanced THAAD and Patriot air defense systems from South Korea to the Middle East. This strategic redeployment is a direct response to evolving security needs, aiming to bolster the defensive posture of US forces and key regional allies. Also, it is a signal that America re-assessed short- and mid-term risks of more Iranian strikes against objects in the Middle East. Reports confirm that the transfer of these critical assets is already in progress. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇮🇷🇦🇪🇺🇸Iranian Attack on UAE Damages US Base, Kills Six Iran has launched a significant missile and drone attack against the United Arab Emirates, causing damage at the strategic Al-Dhafra Air Base which hosts US forces. According to the UAE's defense ministry, the brazen assault resulted in at least 6 fatalities and 122 injuries. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇬🇭🇱🇧🇮🇱UN Peacekeepers Injured Amid Hezbollah Hostilities Four Ghanaian soldiers serving with the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon were injured on Friday during an attack in the country's south. The troops are now reported to be in stable condition. This incident highlights the significant risks faced by UNIFIL personnel due to ongoing hostilities between the Iran-backed armed group Hezbollah and Israel. Ghana has called for an investigation and international condemnation of the attack. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel