Fire erupts in Nizhny Novgorod warehouse - Explosions reported

"In Nizhny Novgorod (Russia), this night of June 30, a powerful fire broke out at a waste

disposal site. Local residents report several explosions at this facility located on Moscow Highway. Local public sources reported that tanks containing paint and varnish materials were on fire. Additionally, Shot writes that there are likely gas cylinders inside the burning premises. Reminder, almost exactly a year ago, on June 29, 2023, Nizhny Novgorod also experienced a major fire. It occurred at the Balsam paint and varnish materials factory. Similar to now, reports at that time also mentioned hearing explosion-like sounds before the fire.
It was also previously reported that recently in the Moscow region, in the town of Fryazino, a severe fire broke out at the Platan Research Institute. People were trapped inside the burning building." MS

CENTCOM reports 3 Houthi unmanned boats destroyed

"U.S. Central Command reported U.S. forces in the Red Sea in a “self-defense engagement” destroyed three Houthi unmanned surface vehicles. The vehicles, which the command did not describe further, “presented an imminent threat to U.S. and coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region,” according to a Central Command news release that day. “This continued malign and reckless behavior by the Iranian-backed Houthis threatens regional stability and endangers the lives of mariners across the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden,” the release states." Stars&Stripes

Right-Wing National Rally Tops 1st Round of French Parliamentary Elections, Macron's Coalition Third

"Marine Le Pen’s right-wing National Rally won the first round of snap parliamentary elections in France with 34.2% based on preliminary data. The total number of lawmakers won will be determined after next week's second round.

The French Interior Ministry has announced preliminary results for the first round of the parliamentary elections:
the National Rally (RN) party leads with 34.2% of the votes;
the New Popular Front leftist coalition is in second place with 29.1%;
and President Emmanuel Macron's central-right coalition came third with 21.5%.
Based on these initial results, the National Rally is expected to secure between 240 to 270 seats in Parliament, achieving a relative majority, according to national TV calculations. Macron's coalition is projected to lose over 160 seats, potentially winning only between 60 to 90 of the 577 total seats.
Marine Le Pen declared victory over Macron's supporters and called for vigorous support for her party in those constituencies that will hold a second round next week." Sputnik

Russia jams GPS on hundreds of RAF flights

"Russia has been jamming the GPS on hundreds of RAF flights travelling over Eastern Europe this year with Grant Shapps' flight targeted on its way back from Poland in March.

In-depth analysis has revealed the dangers of such practices to both civil and military flights and gives an insight into the extent of Russia's meddling with aviation. The detailed analysis into 1,467 flights made by 63 RAF aircraft across Eastern Europe and the Middle East showed 142 RAF transport and surveillance flights out of 504 across Eastern Europe had been subject to the jamming." MS

Over 70 attacks since midnight

"Since the beginning of the day on June 30, there have already been 73 attacks by the occupiers on the front line. Russia's activity is most prominent in the Pokrovsk direction and the Toretsk area.

In theKharkiv direction, there have been no significant changes. The enemy has used aviation and bombarded residential areas in Vovchansk and Staritsa (from the Shebekino direction, Belgorod region of the Russian Federation), and Huriiv Kozachok in northern Kharkiv region.
In the Kupiansk direction, there have been four enemy attacks, one of which is ongoing in the Pishchane area.
In the Lyman direction, clashes are taking place near Makiivka and Torske. Overall, Russian forces have attempted to advance four times in this direction since the start of the day.
Battles continue near Spirne and Verkhniokamianske in the Siversk direction, where the enemy's assault actions have increased to six.
In the Kramatorsk direction, occupiers are attacking areas near Chasiv Yar and Klishchiivka. There have been a total of five assault actions since the beginning of the day.
Russian aggressors are active in the Toretsk direction, particularly in the areas of Toretsk, Pivnichne, and Pivdenne. In total, the enemy has attempted to dislodge Ukrainian Armed Forces five times. One engagement is still ongoing.
The most intense enemy activity since the beginning of the day has been observed in the Pokrovsk direction. Russian forces have attempted attacks here 23 times, with ongoing clashes reported in Vozdvyzhenka, Novoselivka Persha, and Sokil.
In the Kurakhiv direction, Russians have attempted to improve their position 15 times since the start of the day. Currently, there are no assault actions by the enemy." MS

US military bases in Europe on high alert over possible terrorist threat

"Several US military bases in Europe were put on high alert this past weekend over a possible terror attack in the region that could target American personnel, according to multiple reports.

The alert is the second highest state of alarm issued by the US Army, and an American official at one of the bases said they hadn’t witnessed that level in at least a decade.
The US Army garrison in Stuttgart, Germany, where the US European Command has its headquarters, was one of many bases that raised its status to the alert level. Along with several facilities in Germany, US army bases in Italy, Romania and Bulgaria have also received the alert." NYP

Biden's Cabinet Called on to Invoke 25th Amendment

"Texas GOP Rep. Chip Roy’s plans to offer a House resolution calling upon Vice President Kamala Harris to take the lead in removing Biden, Johnson told reporters on Capitol Hill, “There’s a lot of people asking about the 25th Amendment, invoking the 25th Amendment right now because this is an alarming situation.”

“Our adversaries see the weakness in this White House as we all do. I take no pleasure in saying that. I think this is a very dangerous situation,” added the speaker." WesternJournal

Secret Negotiations! Jill Biden’s Demands for $2B Library, Legal Immunity, and $100M Book Deal to Protect Biden Family Before Joe’s Exit

"Reports from insiders indicate that Jill Biden has laid out a series of non-negotiable demands that must be met before she will consider allowing her husband to step aside. These demands, which have taken the political world by storm, include a staggering $2 billion fund for the construction of a presidential library, immunity from prosecution for the Biden family, and a guaranteed $100 million book deal.

In a move that has raised eyebrows across the political spectrum, Jill Biden is also insisting on comprehensive legal protections for the Biden family. This demand for immunity from prosecution is seen as a safeguard against potential future legal challenges that could tarnish the family’s reputation and legacy.
Jill Biden is reportedly pushing for a guaranteed $100 million book deal. This lucrative arrangement is aimed at ensuring that the Bidens retain control over their narrative." AmericanMediaGroup

Russia attacks Ukrainian airfields

"Russia launched missile attacks on Ukrainian airfields, which it believes have been designated to host Western military aircraft." AJ

Israeli Tanks Advance into Areas in North and South Gaza, Fighting Rages

"Israeli forces advanced further on Sunday into the Shejaia neighborhood of northern Gaza and also pushed deeper into western and central Rafah in the south.

Israeli tanks, which moved back into Shejaia four days ago, fired shells.
The Israeli military said forces operating in Shejaia had over the past day killed several Palestinian gunmen, located weapons, and struck military infrastructure. 
The armed wing of Hamas and the allied Islamic Jihad reported fierce fighting in both Shejaia and Rafah, saying their fighters had fired anti-tank rockets and mortar bombs against Israeli forces operating there." MS

DNC Insiders: Biden Was Set Up to Fail in a ‘Soft Coup'

"Calls for Biden to drop out are coming in strong from the left-wing media, and elected Democrats are freaking out privately. There has never been a debate this early before. Traditionally the debates are held after the Republican and Democratic conventions, which are in July and August.

Biden's inner circle demanded this early debate. There is a growing belief this was a 'soft coup'. They wanted to test him against Trump early, while there was still time to replace him if he failed to rise to the occasion. Which, of course, he did spectacularly." PJM

Today: Biden Crime Family Meet About Future - All Eyes on Power-Mad Jill - Top Dems, Donors Privately Panic

"President Joe Biden reportedly plans to discuss the future of his presidential campaign with his family after his performance at Thursday’s debate.

Several sources close to the matter told NBC News the topic will be broached at Camp David this weekend.
Several top Hollywood donors were sent into a panic and issued ultimatums that Biden needed to “drop out” or they would not be “giving any more money” to the Democrat Party." Breitbart

WWIII on brink as Russia advised to 'demonstrate' nuclear explosion to 'scare' West

"Dmitry Suslov, a top figure at the Moscow-based Council for Foreign and Defense Policy, has put forward the idea of Russia carrying out a "demonstrative" nuclear detonation, a move that could prompt the start of World War 3. This alarming suggestion arises as tensions with the West intensify due to Ukraine's use of Western-supplied weaponry against Russian forces." IrishTimes

117 clashes at the front

"Since the beginning of the day, 117 combat clashes have taken place at the front. The situation remained the hottest during the day in the Pokrovsk direction.
In the Kharkiv direction during the day, Ukrainian defenders successfully stopped 12 attempts by the enemy to improve their position in the Vovchansk area. Russian terrorists suffered losses and withdrew.

In the Kupyansk and Lyman directions, the total number of combat clashes increased to 13. The enemy tried to push back the Defense Forces from positions in the areas of Synkivka, Stepova Novoselivka, Stelmakhivka, Hrekivka, Nevske and Torske. 5 attacks have been repelled so far. Fighting continues. The situation is under the control of Ukrainian defenders.
Also, six attempts to dislodge our defenders from positions in the areas of Spirne and Vyimka in the Siverskyi direction were unsuccessful.
It is still hot in the Pokrovsk direction. Since the beginning of the day, the number of clashes has increased to 41. The greatest activity of the enemy remains from the area of Ocheretyne. The enemy does not stop trying to wedge itself into Ukrainian combat formations near Novooleksandrivka, Yevhenivka, Vozdvyzhenka, Sokil, Novoselivka Persha, Progress and Umanske. Our soldiers have already repelled 29 attacks by the aggressor, 12 clashes are still ongoing.
In the Orikhiv direction, there were two enemy attacks in the areas of Mala Tokmachka and Novodanylivka.
In the Prydniprovska direction, four more attempts by the enemy to take the positions of our soldiers in the Krynky area failed.
In other areas, there were no significant changes in the situation." Ukrin

Russians attacked Nikopol region in morning

"In the morning, Russian troops again attacked the Nikopol district - a kamikaze drone hit the Pokrovske community, and artillery hit the Marhanetska community." Ukrin