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1174 5.5 Earthquake Greece Region. Large population felt

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EN  English ( FR IT PT SP )   1174 5.5 Earthquake Greece Region. Large population felt  8 Mar 2026  A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck a populated area in Greece, causing potential economic losses and fatalities. Aftershocks are following the earthquake, and the area has a history of seismic activity. The earthquake is the largest recorded today, with other notable activity in the Philippines, Sumatra, and the eastern Afghanistan region.  Key points * Earthquake Activity in Greece: A 5.5 magnitude earthquake occurred in a populated area of Greece, with potential for economic losses and fatalities. Aftershocks are being monitored. * Other Notable Earthquakes: A 2.3 magnitude earthquake was reported near the Philippine Trench. Several smaller earthquakes, including some around magnitude 5, were observed in the Sumatra region and eastern Afghanistan. * Illusian Trench Observation: The Illusian Trench remains q...

1173 Ex-Google PM Builds God's Eye to Monitor Iran in 4D

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EN  English ( FR IT PT SP )   1173 Ex-Google PM Builds God's Eye to Monitor Iran in 4D  3 Mar 2026 A former Google project manager used open-source intelligence to create a 4D visualisation of the Iran strikes. The visualisation, built on a platform called WorldView, includes data on satellite flyovers, commercial and military flights, and GPS jamming. It reveals a surge in satellite activity over Iran before the strikes, with multiple countries, including China, Russia, and the US, monitoring the situation. A time-lapse visualisation using public data shows the impact of Iran’s retaliatory strikes on US bases in the Gulf region. The strikes led to airspace closures, disrupting commercial air traffic and maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz. The visualisation highlights the potential of open-source intelligence and the need for improved visualisation tools in defence.  Key points  * WorldView Applicat...

1172 U.S. Military Land Strikes on Cartels Is Worse Than We All Think

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EN  English ( FR IT PT SP )   1172 U.S. Military Land Strikes on Cartels Is Worse Than We All Think  7 Mar 2026 The US military, in collaboration with Ecuadorian forces, launched its first confirmed land strikes against narco-terrorist groups in Ecuador on 6 March. This escalation, part of Operation Southern Spear, marks a significant shift in the fight against cartels, which have been redesignated as terrorist organisations. The operation, supported by US intelligence and logistics, aims to dismantle entrenched networks and disrupt the flow of drugs and violence fuelled by these groups. The US is collaborating with Ecuador to combat drug cartels, utilising advanced technology like drones, signals intelligence, and the Lamprey underwater surveillance system. This partnership aims to dismantle the cartels’ logistics and deter other criminal organisations through a combination of military might and strategic manoeuvring. T...

1170 “Direct Impact?” Iran Cruise Missile Hits US Aircraft Carrier Abraham Lincoln

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EN  English ( FR IT PT SP )   1170 “Direct Impact?” Iran Cruise Missile Hits US Aircraft Carrier Abraham Lincoln  7 Mar 2026 Iranian state media released footage claiming to show missiles targeting the US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln near the Strait of Hormuz. The US military denies the carrier was damaged, while Iran asserts the operation forced the carrier group to withdraw. The incident is part of escalating tensions between Iran and the US, impacting maritime security and global energy markets.  Key points  * Iran’s Claim: Iran released footage claiming to show anti-ship missiles launched towards the US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln near the Strait of Hormuz. * US Presence: The US Abraham Lincoln, a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, was operating in the area after entering from the Gulf of Oman. * Tensions: The incident highlights escalating tensions between Iran and the US in the region. * US ...