August 21st, 2026: Iran’s Regime Is Preparing to Crush Another Uprising & Russia’s Deadly Kyiv Barrage
— Iran reappoints notorious intelligence official Hossein Taib, known as the 'Suppression Sheikh,' to lead the Basij militia amid fears of a new popular uprising.
— Russia launches a massive overnight drone and missile barrage on Kyiv, killing at least 16 and wounding over 40, while Uk
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