Some time ago, we launched the Crimea operation. It includes deep strikes and mid-range strikes. We were slowing down the militarization of our peninsula occupied by Russia: military bases, depots, air defense systems, all the sites from which aircraft take off, from which missile strikes against us are launched, and logistics. We cut off logistics and brought the fuel and energy sector under control. We showed what it means to operationally control the skies at a specific point, at a specific time. We switched to Crimea after Novorossiysk, following many of our various targeted strikes against the Russian Federation’s energy sector and port infrastructure – the very places where they make money from energy, which they then spend on military bases and their military production. Russian business began to understand that they will not win the war. And they are losing both time and money, and, frankly, they will lose hope, because many of them had hoped to capture us. From an interview with the Financial Times. (2/3)

Heading out of Lebanon and Israel after five of the most intense and insane weeks. Some have asked what journalists take into war zone. Here it is #war #warreporter #warreporting #survive #yamahasax

BREAKING: Has it begun? Nationwide alerts here in Israel - IDF call them “proactive alert to prepare the public for possible missiles being launched towards Israel”. It appears Israel has just struck Iran.

RT @SkyNews: As the Epstein files drop, Sky's @Stone_SkyNews takes you through what appears to be a scrapbook. Epstein is featured wearin…

The entire nation was transfixed as Australia's best athletes, including Cathy Freeman, took on the world, and an army of volunteers helped to forge an unforgettable Olympic legacy. @ChrisReason7 #7NEWS

Italian media speculation the long conclave session was the result of one of two things - either - a glitch with the vote, forcing a re-count, or the opening address from Cardinal Cantalamessa running 50mins not 15. Expect quicker sessions tomorrow #pope #Conclave2025

So…black smoke, no Pope. Crowd scattters. Three hours and 20 minutes…much slower than the Vatican had briefed. If it takes that long, difficult to see how they do four votes in one day… #pope #conclave

Now almost 3 hours for conclave… either the process is moving far slower than the Vatican had expected, or they have a possible Pope, and he’s now getting ready to step on to the balcony and reveal himself to the world #conclave #pope

Waiting 2 hours now for a decision on the next #Pope…10s of 1000s of peeps relying not on their iPhones or iPads… but an ancient form of communication: smoke signals! Great to see so many heads looking up, not down. #conclave

And conclave set for Wednesday May 7 #conclave #pope

The #PopeFrancis funeral and burial is complete, now the politics begins. The #cardinals meet today, many for the first time, 80% of them brand new. They deny they’re ‘candidates’ in a ‘campaign’…but there are similarities! #Conclave date should be announced in hours

I was deeply moved during my FaceTime call with Casey Gadaleta, an incredible Aussie who lost his leg after stepping on a mine while on the frontlines in Ukraine. Casey’s story of bravery is inspiring. Last year, after seeing heartbreaking footage of Russian attacks on children in Ukraine, he didn’t hesitate—he boarded a plane in Queensland and flew 15,000 km to fight for justice. His courage in volunteering to join the Ukrainian Armed Forces is nothing short of heroic. I’m so grateful to Casey for his sacrifice in defending democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. Watch the full report by @ChrisReason7 @7NewsAustralia here: 🔗 piped.video/VcZkDRG01xs?si=s-MO…

Aussie volunteer soldier who stepped on a landmine in Ukraine details the horror of losing his leg…but he says he wants to go back. What is driving him? Exclusive interview, but warning: confronting pix piped.video/VcZkDRG01xs?si… via @YouTube

So proud to have helped Ben with this fight. He lost his career, his marriage, his home… but got his identity back. Please watch his story this Sunday night 7PM on Spotlight, it’s important.

#BREAKING Court ruling has revealed identity of Lindt Cafe hero cop who shot terrorist Man Monis. Just 2 weeks before the 10th anniversary, Ben Besant wins his fight to lift a suppression order and talk about that night: the tragedy, the fall-out, the mistakes & the road back.

And it’s on…King Charles & Queen Camilla’s first stop on their whistlestop Australian visit… a Sunday morning church service. These Sunday school kids were more than a little excited.

This Ukrainian soldier is an inspiration, watch his story. If you feel like helping, here’s the fundraising site - paypal.com/donate/?campaign_… Go well Viktor!!! #UkraineRussianWar #ukraine

Off to enjoy a succulent Chinese banquet in the sky…. Mr Democracy Manifest… farewelled at a funeral with friends, family, fans… and even crims and cops. Farewell and tata Jack Karlson… you made us laugh

Sad news: Mr Democracy Manifest has died. The cultural icon, whose arrest inspired a thousand t-shirts and millions of downloads, had advanced cancer. His immortal words will echo thru generations: “What is the charge..eating a meal, a succulent Chinese meal?!!” Vale Jack Karlson

For anyone who wants the backstory to Mr Democracy Manisfest… here’s an account of our succulent Chinese meal - ‘Get your hand off my Pinot!’ thenightly.com.au/opinion/se… #TheNightly