Minas Tirith Reports

🇺🇸US Military Accused of Perfidy in Caribbean Strike The U.S. military allegedly used an aircraft disguised as a civilian plane in a September 2025 strike against a suspected drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean Sea, resulting in 11 deaths. Legal experts suggest this tactic may constitute perfidy, a violation of the laws of armed conflict. The Pentagon denies any wrongdoing in the operation. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇺🇸🇮🇷🇬🇧🇮🇱US Considers Iran Options as Strike Delay Continues The Pentagon has presented President Trump with expanded military strike options against Iran, including targets related to its nuclear and ballistic missile programs. Likely options include cyberattacks and strikes on local security facilities. While diplomacy remains the preferred course, the administration believes Iran is stalling for time rather than negotiating in good faith. A former British diplomat now predicts a potential 'decapitation strike' on Iran, citing domestic pressures in both Israel and the United States as contributing factors. Following the delivery of Russian S-400 defense systems to Iran, President Trump has postponed the planned attack to examine operational solutions. The White House reports that senior members of the US National Security Council met today to discuss the situation in Iran. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated

🇦🇺Australian National Socialist Network Disbands, Future Unclear The National Socialist Network and its associated groups, including White Australia and the White Australia Party, have disbanded. This action preempts the enactment of new Australian "hate groups" laws targeting organizations with controversial political expressions. Critics argue these laws, influenced by the Jewish lobby, represent a severe curtailment of political freedom in Australia. Analysts speculate the movement may re-emerge under a new guise or operate covertly, leveraging established networks and resources. The group's resilience suggests a potential shift towards underground activities or a rebranded political entity. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated

🇮🇷🇮🇱Iran Restores Mobile Calls; Internet Remains Restricted International mobile phone calls have been restored in Iran, according to the Associated Press. This development suggests the Iranian government may be easing restrictions on internet access. The move follows a lengthy blackout affecting mobile communications within the country. Iranians were able to make international mobile calls Tuesday for the first time since the blackout. However, internet and SMS access remain largely cut, with access limited to state-approved sites. The AP news agency reports that the cellular network is returning to operation for calls, while the internet network remains disconnected. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated

Musk Aims to Make Star Trek a Reality with SpaceX Elon Musk reiterated his ambition to realize Star Trek's vision through SpaceX. His goals include interstellar travel, large spacecraft, and the search for extraterrestrial life. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇺🇸🇮🇷Iran Intensifies Starlink Crackdown Amid US Funding Debate Iran is actively confiscating Starlink terminals and jamming signals to suppress internet freedom. This crackdown occurs as the US faces scrutiny for past funding cuts to internet freedom initiatives in Iran. NetFreedom Pioneers, which previously aided in bringing Starlink to Iran, reports funding was cut last year, hindering their efforts. The WSJ reports that Iran is tracking down and seizing Starlink terminals as protesters use the service to transmit videos overseas during a nationwide internet shutdown. Reports confirm Iran is actively hunting down Starlink users in addition to confiscating their terminals. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated

🇨🇳China Plans Massive Satellite Deployment China is moving forward with plans to deploy two massive satellite networks, totaling approximately 200,000 spacecraft. This ambitious project signals China's intent to dominate space-based communication and surveillance capabilities. The ITU has received the relevant paperwork. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇷🇺🇺🇦Ukraine Strikes Russian Plant; Tankers Hit in Odesa, Novorossiysk Russian Geran-2 drones attacked Odesa City, southwestern Ukraine, overnight, with impacts recorded in the City Centre/Moldavanka District. The target of the attack does not appear to have been energy infrastructure. Geran-2 drones also struck targets across Kharkiv Oblast, including the Bohodukhiv electrical substation, causing widespread power outages. Some Iskander-M and Geran-2 drone strikes near Kharkiv City targeted the Nova Poshta terminal in Korotych, killing at least two civilians and injuring one. Eastern Dnipropetrovsk Oblast also came under attack, including strikes on the Kryvyi Rih TPP. Two Iskander-M missiles hit Petropavlivka, while Geran-2 drones impacted Vasylkivka and Shakhtarske. In response, Ukrainian drones hit the Atlant Aero aviation plant in Taganrog, Russia’s Krasnodar Krai, overnight. The facility manufactures aircraft and spacecraft equipment, as well as components for combat drones, control systems, and electronic warfare systems. The Russian Ministry of Defense confirms a UAV strike on a vessel in the Odesa roadstead yesterday evening and two tankers were struck by drones at the Caspian Pipeline Consortium's Black Sea terminal in Novorossiysk. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated

🇺🇸U.S. Military AI: Hegseth to Launch Grok, Gemini Across Pentagon Secretary of War Hegseth directs the CDAO to enforce data decrees, making data available across IT systems for AI exploitation. The AI acceleration strategy aims to extend the U.S. lead in military AI, building on progress made during President Trump's first term. The strategy focuses on experimentation, eliminating bureaucratic barriers, and strategic investments to ensure U.S. dominance in military AI across all domains. Hegseth declared the era of a 'peacetime science fair' over, replaced by a wartime arms race, emphasizing the need to accelerate like hell. Hegseth announced that Grok and Google Gemini will launch in the US Department of Defense by the end of January, implemented in all networks. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated

🇺🇸👽🖖Musk & Hegseth at Starbase: Space Force & Extraterrestrial Ambitions Elon Musk hosted Secretary of War Pete Hegseth at Starbase in Texas. Musk stated Space Force's ultimate goal includes interstellar travel. The mission envisions encountering alien life or discovering extinct alien civilizations. Secretary Hegseth announced the imminent deployment of leading AI models across the Department of Defense networks, from Pentagon back offices to tactical front lines. Musk reiterated that the US Space Force aims to venture beyond our solar system to encounter aliens or find extinct alien civilizations. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated

🇮🇷Pahlavi: Iranian Regime Preparing to Flee Reza Pahlavi alleges elements within Iran's leadership are preparing to escape the country. Pahlavi claims to receive intelligence from within Iran, including details from the Supreme Leader's inner circle. He stated the regime is actively planning to leave the country, loading planes for departure. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇺🇦🇷🇺Russian Strikes Target Kyiv Energy Infrastructure and Dnipropetrovsk Kyiv's energy infrastructure sustained damage following Iskander-M missile strikes. The attack targeted a power plant within the capital city. Authorities are assessing the extent of the damage and working to restore power. NASA FIRMS data shows large fires burning at the Kryvyi Rih Thermal Power Plant in Zelenodolsk, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, as a result of the earlier Iskander-M strikes. Cruise missiles are now attacking the Kyiv Reservoir area, where hydroelectric power stations are located, and drones are attacking the Kyiv region. Several explosions have also been reported at the Tripolskaya Thermal Power station in the Kiev region. A large-scale combined missile and drone attack was carried out on Ukraine last night and this morning. Approximately 31 missiles were launched, including Iskander-M and Iskander-K types. The main targets were Ukrainian energy infrastructure, including the Trypillya Thermal Power Plant and the Kryvyi Rih Thermal Power Plant. DTEK has confirmed that one of its power stations was also attacked. Ballistic missiles struck the center of Kyiv last night. The Nova Poshta terminal near Kharkov was also struck in the recent attacks. Footage shows an Iskander-M ballistic missile strike on eastern Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. One missile targeted Ukrainian manpower and vehicles near Troitske, east of Petropavlivka. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated