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@sentdefender May 17, 2026

Fire and rescue services in Abu Dhabi are responding this morning to a drone strike and resulted fire inside an electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra Region of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Authorities report no injuries, and state that there has been no impact to radiologic…

Fire and rescue services in Abu Dhabi are responding this morning to a drone strike and resulted fire inside an electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in t…

@UKikaski May 17, 2026

🇮🇱💥🔥 𝗕𝗘𝗜𝗧 𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗛 | 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗜𝗦𝗥𝗔𝗘𝗟𝗜 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗦𝗔𝗬𝗜𝗡𝗚 On 1 March, an Iranian ballistic missile struck the Ramat Lehi residential neighborhood in Beit Shemesh. The missile destroyed the Tiferet Israel synagogue and collapsed the bomb shelter beneath it. Nine civi…

🇮🇱💥🔥 𝗕𝗘𝗜𝗧 𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗛 | 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗜𝗦𝗥𝗔𝗘𝗟𝗜 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗦𝗔𝗬𝗜𝗡𝗚On 1 March, an Iranian ballistic missile struck the Ramat Lehi reside…

@mikenov May 17, 2026

Ukraine launched more than 550 drones overnight, targeting more than a dozen Russian regions, including Moscow, Russian officials said, in a deadly attack that’s among the largest-scale aerial assaults aimed at the capital region since the war began. At least three people were killed … Ukraine’s Deep Drone Strikes on Russia https://gemi…

Ukraine launched more than 550 drones overnight, targeting more than a dozen Russian regions, including Moscow, Russian officials said, in a deadly attack that’s among the largest-scale aerial assault…

ET Now May 17, 2026

US-IRAN WAR LIVE: Trump Issues 24-Hour Ultimatum — Warns Iran of ‘Total Destruction’

President Donald Trump has issued a stark 24-hour ultimatum to the Iranian government, warning that “full destruction is coming” if Tehran does not immediately cease its provocative actions in the Per…

@mikenov May 17, 2026

Ukraine launched more than 550 drones overnight, targeting more than a dozen Russian regions, including Moscow, Russian officials said, in a deadly attack that’s among the largest-scale aerial assaults aimed at the capital region since the war began. At least three people were killed … Ukraine’s Deep Drone Strikes on Russia https://gemi…

Ukraine launched more than 550 drones overnight, targeting more than a dozen Russian regions, including Moscow, Russian officials said, in a deadly attack that’s among the largest-scale aerial assault…

CNN May 17, 2026

America’s redistricting showdown: The map so far

Republicans appear to have come out on top of a national fight over congressional maps, in what could be a major boon to their efforts to protect their narrow majority ahead of the midterm elections i…

@MilHistNow May 17, 2026

On this day in 1760, the French campaign to recapture Quebec, which fell to British forces the pervious year, is abandoned as Royal Navy ships sail up the St. Lawrence River and break the 18-day siege of the city….

On this day in 1760, the French campaign to recapture Quebec, which fell to British forces the pervious year, is abandoned as Royal Navy ships sail up the St. Lawrence River and break the 18-day siege…

@mikenov May 17, 2026

Elon Musk and Politics – Google Search https://www.google.com/search?q=Elon+Musk+and+Politics&newwindow=1&rlz=1C1ONGR_enUS1133US1133&sca_esv=1547c3fcb5ab963b&cs=0&hl=en-US&aep=1&prmd=ivns&sxsrf=ANbL-n7UhCOR9vKAw-3m7kADCpBByuLA_A:1779012629538&source=lnms&fbs=ADc_l-aN0CWEZBOHjofHoaMMDiKp0UJuhqwKhR0QUhF54-6jIYFfWbU_Clyew-1Wh7zkL7EUcewkj-Y5m…

Elon Musk and Politics – Google Search google.com/search?q=Elon+Mus…Musk’s Political Influence and Reform gemini.google.com/share/2a8d…Search also: Elon Musk and British PoliticsElon Musk, X, and the …

@mikenov May 17, 2026

Elon Musk and Politics – Google Search https://www.google.com/search?q=Elon+Musk+and+Politics&newwindow=1&rlz=1C1ONGR_enUS1133US1133&sca_esv=1547c3fcb5ab963b&cs=0&hl=en-US&aep=1&prmd=ivns&sxsrf=ANbL-n7UhCOR9vKAw-3m7kADCpBByuLA_A:1779012629538&source=lnms&fbs=ADc_l-aN0CWEZBOHjofHoaMMDiKp0UJuhqwKhR0QUhF54-6jIYFfWbU_Clyew-1Wh7zkL7EUcewkj-Y5m…

Elon Musk and Politics – Google Search google.com/search?q=Elon+Mus…Musk’s Political Influence and Reform gemini.google.com/share/2a8d…— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) May 17, 2026…

@mikenov May 17, 2026

Musk’s Political Influence and Reform https://gemini.google.com/share/2a8d80281dc0

Musk’s Political Influence and Reform gemini.google.com/share/2a8d…— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) May 17, 2026…

Times Now World May 17, 2026

Putin Live: ‘NO RETREAT FOR IRAN’: Russia Fires Explosive Warning As Trump Faces Xi In Crucial Talks

President Vladimir Putin issued a stark warning to Western powers today, declaring ‘no retreat for Iran’ as Russian military posture shifts in response to growing Middle East tensions. This explosive …

@SpiesVespers May 17, 2026

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@SpiesVespers May 17, 2026

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amazon.com/Honey-Trapped-Bet…— SPIES&VESPERS (@SpiesVespers) May 17, 2026…

@SpiesVespers May 17, 2026

OTD May 17, 1914 Stewart Alsop born. Rejected by the U.S. Army, was said to have joined Brit SOE (not 100%) and later joined OSS to become a Jed….

OTD May 17, 1914 Stewart Alsop born. Rejected by the U.S. Army, was said to have joined Brit SOE (not 100%) and later joined OSS to become a Jed.— SPIES&VESPERS (@SpiesVespers) May 17, 2026…

@SpiesVespers May 17, 2026

#OTD 17 May 1985: Electronic Security Command took over USAF COMSEC mission.

#OTD 17 May 1985: Electronic Security Command took over USAF COMSEC mission.— SPIES&VESPERS (@SpiesVespers) May 17, 2026…

@SpiesVespers May 17, 2026

OTD May 17, 1829 #John_Jay died. Founding Father and early spycatcher, also did some legal stuff. #John_Jay’s tales of #Revolutionary_War espionage inspired his friend, #James_Fenimore_Cooper, to write America’s first spy novel….

OTD May 17, 1829 #John_Jay died. Founding Father and early spycatcher, also did some legal stuff. #John_Jay’s tales of #Revolutionary_War espionage inspired his friend, #James_Fenimore_Cooper, to writ…

@WWIIpix May 17, 2026

This day in 1940, the French 4e Division cuirassée, led by de Gaulle, attacked the German-held village of Montcornet with over 200 tanks. The French drove off the Germans but later had to retreat due to lack of support and the intervention of the Luftwaffe. #WW2…

This day in 1940, the French 4e Division cuirassée, led by de Gaulle, attacked the German-held village of Montcornet with over 200 tanks. The French drove off the Germans but later had to retreat due …

@KremlinTrolls May 17, 2026

Poor fuckers panicking. Great news.

Poor fuckers panicking. Great news.Jay in Kyiv (@JayinKyiv)”I’ve bever been so scared in all my life” and “it’s a nightmare” as Moscovites are learning that their 4 year genocidal war on a peaceful ne…

@Osinttechnical May 17, 2026

Ukrainian Bars low cost cruise missile spotted flying over Russia’s capital, Moscow, early this morning.

Ukrainian Bars low cost cruise missile spotted flying over Russia’s capital, Moscow, early this morning. — OSINTtechnical (@Osinttechnical) May 17, 2026…

@KremlinTrolls May 17, 2026

Yes, it’s a bribe. Just like the 50% increase in defense spending for the Pentagon. Most of it is going towards bribery….

Yes, it’s a bribe. Just like the 50% increase in defense spending for the Pentagon. Most of it is going towards bribery.Kyle Keegan (@realKyleKeegan)Trump isn’t paying “reparations” to the J6 thugs. H…

@KremlinTrolls May 17, 2026

Looks like a Ukrainian drone doing reconnaissance over Moscow with no Russian air defense:

Looks like a Ukrainian drone doing reconnaissance over Moscow with no Russian air defense:(((Tendar))) (@Tendar)The fact that some drones over Moscow can make these turns without being impeded speaks …

@KremlinTrolls May 17, 2026

Video reportedly shows Ukrainian drone attack over North West Moscow with air defense engaging. Can anyone geolocate this video? @grok…

Video reportedly shows Ukrainian drone attack over North West Moscow with air defense engaging.Can anyone geolocate this video? @grok Video — KT “Special MI6 Operation” (@KremlinTrolls) May 17, 2026…

@KremlinTrolls May 17, 2026

RT by @KremlinTrolls: RT by @KremlinTrolls: It’s no coincidence that Natalie Harp looks like Ivanka Trump when she was 15-16…

It’s no coincidence that Natalie Harp looks like Ivanka Trump when she was 15-16— KT “Special MI6 Operation” (@KremlinTrolls) May 17, 2026…

@MEMRIReports May 17, 2026

Philadelphia Friday Sermon by Imam Nasr Al-Shaikh: Zionism Was Founded on the “Talmudic” Belief that Jews Are a “Superior Race” and Gentiles Must Serve Them; They Recruited America to Achieve Their Goals and Criminalized Antisemitism to Suppress Criticism…

Philadelphia Friday Sermon by Imam Nasr Al-Shaikh: Zionism Was Founded on the “Talmudic” Belief that Jews Are a “Superior Race” and Gentiles Must Serve Them; They Recruited America to Achieve Their Go…

@Osinttechnical May 17, 2026

Ukrainian attack drone involved in this morning’s massive raid on Russia’s capital, sporting the text “Moscow never sleeps.”…

Ukrainian attack drone involved in this morning’s massive raid on Russia’s capital, sporting the text “Moscow never sleeps.” — OSINTtechnical (@Osinttechnical) May 17, 2026…

@MEMRIReports May 17, 2026

Iranian-American Professor Shirin Saeidi, Who Was Removed from the University of Arkansas: We have Known for 20 Years That This War Was Going to Happen, I’ve Dedicated My Academic Career to This Moment, and Have a Duty to Tell the Truth; Iranians in the Diaspora Will Not Submit to Tyranny in Iran or America…

Iranian-American Professor Shirin Saeidi, Who Was Removed from the University of Arkansas: We have Known for 20 Years That This War Was Going to Happen, I’ve Dedicated My Academic Career to This Momen…

@carlbildt May 17, 2026

New steps towards 🇮🇳 🇸🇪 collaboration as PM @narendramodi arrives in Gothenburg 🇸🇪 for talks also with industry leaders on the way forward. @FollowCII…

New steps towards 🇮🇳 🇸🇪 collaboration as PM @narendramodi arrives in Gothenburg 🇸🇪 for talks also with industry leaders on the way forward. @FollowCIIConfederation of Indian Industry (@FollowCII…

@MilHistNow May 17, 2026

Today in 1944, the Allies approve a plan to paint all warplanes taking part in the upcoming D-Day operation with alternating black and white markings known as ‘Invasion Stripes.’ The high-visibility pattern was devised to reduce the risk of friendly fire mishaps….

Today in 1944, the Allies approve a plan to paint all warplanes taking part in the upcoming D-Day operation with alternating black and white markings known as ‘Invasion Stripes.’ The high-visibility p…

MIRROR NOW May 17, 2026

Donald Trump LIVE: ‘Lockdown Now’ | Immediate Order Sends Shockwaves Across Nation

President Donald Trump, in a historic address from the White House, has declared an immediate nationwide lockdown across the entire United States, citing a grave and escalating national security threa…

@talk_spy May 17, 2026

RT @james_a_lewis: The idea in a game is yes, both sides play but you want your side to win. More worrisome, there is an assumption of equi……

RT @james_a_lewis: The idea in a game is yes, both sides play but you want your side to win. More worrisome, there is an assumption of equi…— SpyTalk: Intelligence for Thinking People (@talk_spy) May …

May 17, 2026

It may not feel like it, but hope is on the horizon: Trump, Netanyahu and Putin’s powers appear to be waning

Plummeting approval ratings for these three poisonous comrades-in-arms show voters are demoralised and tiring of forever wars – the west could soon breathe again, says Guardian foreign affairs comment…

WWLTV May 17, 2026

Cassidy speaks after projected loss in Republican primary, thanks supporters after 12 years

Sen. Bill Cassidy speaks after being projected to lose the Republican primary to Julia Letlow and John Fleming, reflecting on his 12 years in office….

@Osinttechnical May 17, 2026

A Ukrainian attack drone appears to have hit Moscow’s Sheremetyevo International Airport.

A Ukrainian attack drone appears to have hit Moscow’s Sheremetyevo International Airport. — OSINTtechnical (@Osinttechnical) May 17, 2026…

CNN-News18 May 17, 2026

US vs Iran LIVE | Reports of Secret Raid Plans Raise Global Alarm | US-Iran Latest News Live

Fresh reports are fueling fears of a major escalation in the Middle East, with claims suggesting that US Special Forces could be preparing for potential operations targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities….

Times Now May 17, 2026

US News LIVE | Donald Trump Makes Very Big Announcement | Trump On Iran LIVE

US News LIVE | Donald Trump Makes BIG Announcement On Iran | US-Iran Tensions LIVE | Trump Speech LIVE U.S. President Donald Trump makes a major statement amid rising tensions between the United Stat…

May 17, 2026

Xi, Putin Hail Opening of China-Russia Expo, Stress Cooperation

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin exchanged congratulatory messages marking the opening of the China-Russia Expo in the northeasten city of Harbin, highlighting deepeni…

@james_a_lewis May 17, 2026

RT by @talk_spy: The idea in a game is yes, both sides play but you want your side to win. More worrisome, there is an assumption of equivalency between US and China in motives that no one should accept. In China, Harris would not have lost in 2024….

The idea in a game is yes, both sides play but you want your side to win. More worrisome, there is an assumption of equivalency between US and China in motives that no one should accept. In China, Har…

Fox Business May 17, 2026

Trump loan cap could force colleges to FINALLY cut tuition

FOX Business’ Connor Hansen reports on the Trump administration’s new student loan caps and the growing clash over whether the move will force universities to lower tuition costs. Subscribe to Fox Bu…

Firstpost May 17, 2026

US Iran Set for Nuclear War? Iran Enriches 440KG Uranium Enough to Make 12 Nuclear Bombs

Global concern is growing over Iran’s nuclear programme and its expanding uranium stockpile. Uranium, a naturally occurring metal, can be used for civilian energy when lightly enriched, but at higher …

@anders_aslund May 17, 2026

Trump’s logic is so obvious: Trump supports Putin & Hegseth is his obedient servant.

Trump’s logic is so obvious:Trump supports Putin & Hegseth is his obedient servant.Slava 🇺🇦 (@Heroiam_Slava)Belarus preparing for an invasion — either into Ukraine or the Baltics. A few days ago, th…

MIRROR NOW May 17, 2026

Live: Trump To America, ‘Lockdown Now’ – Immediate Order Sends Shockwaves Across Nation

President Donald Trump, in a historic address from the White House, has declared an immediate nationwide lockdown across the entire United States, citing a grave and escalating national security threa…

@Osinttechnical May 17, 2026

Major Ukrainian drone raid on Russia’s capital, Moscow, ongoing this morning.

Major Ukrainian drone raid on Russia’s capital, Moscow, ongoing this morning. — OSINTtechnical (@Osinttechnical) May 17, 2026…

@TheStudyofWar May 17, 2026

NEW: The seniormost Russian military command presented a highly inaccurate assessment of the battlefield situation for the fifth consecutive month, absurdly claiming that Russian forces are advancing west of Kupyansk, which they have not, in fact, taken. Gerasimov’s claimed advances west of Kupyansk and along the Kupyansk-Borova-Lyman lin…

NEW: The seniormost Russian military command presented a highly inaccurate assessment of the battlefield situation for the fifth consecutive month, absurdly claiming that Russian forces are advancing …

May 17, 2026

‘Not Against Iran…’: US Ally UAE ‘Pleads’ For Putin’s Help After IRGC’s FINAL ‘WARNING SHOTS’

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@MEMRIReports May 17, 2026

#ICYMI: #Qatari Officials And Journalists Bash #Trump: He Is Shameless, Irresponsible And Mentally Unstable, The World’s Greatest And Most Dangerous Criminal Whose Policies Will Lead The U.S. To Perdition – Report & audio here https://ow.ly/NkbV50YZzuy #MEMRI…

#ICYMI: #Qatari Officials And Journalists Bash #Trump: He Is Shameless, Irresponsible And Mentally Unstable, The World’s Greatest And Most Dangerous Criminal Whose Policies Will Lead The U.S. To Perdi…

@anders_aslund May 17, 2026

No, it is called an unjust electoral system. There are only half a dozen swing states out of 50 states. The other states don’t matter because they are given….

No, it is called an unjust electoral system. There are only half a dozen swing states out of 50 states. The other states don’t matter because they are given.Bill Madden (@maddenifico)The great America…

@Robert4787 May 17, 2026

Pinned: The Hunt For A Russian Spy- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPDDZC6W Looking for a short-story spy thriller you can read in one quick sit-down? The Hunt For A Russian Spy drops CIA operative Corey Pearson inside Boeing’s defense plant, where a Russian mole is hunting blueprints for America’s next hypersonic spy plane. One trap. One tr…

The Hunt For A Russian Spy- amazon.com/dp/B0DPDDZC6W Looking for a short-story spy thriller you can read in one quick sit-down?The Hunt For A Russian Spy drops CIA operative Corey Pearson inside Boein…

@anders_aslund May 17, 2026

If Lindsey Graham said so, it must be a lie, because he is a Trumpists, and Trumpists have to lie. What a tragedy for the US!…

If Lindsey Graham said so, it must be a lie, because he is a Trumpists, and Trumpists have to lie.What a tragedy for the US!Mindy Fischer Writer (@mindys4Biden)Lindsey Graham just said that John McCai…

C-SPAN May 17, 2026

Lectures in History: The History of the Oil Business

University of Iowa professor Richard Priest traces the history of the oil business from rudimentary drilling to John Rockefeller’s Standard Oil Company and how competition grew across the globe. Down…