US Bombers Flew Close To Russian Border Escorted by MiG-31 Jets
The Russian Defense Ministry reported on March 24 that their airspace control systems detected a group of air targets nearing the Russian state border over the Barents Sea. In response, a MiG-31 fighter jet from the air defense forces was dispatched to intercept and identify the target, aiming to prevent any violation of Russian airspace. The crew identified the targets as a pair of US Air Force B-1B strategic bombers. Upon the approach of the MiG-31, the US bombers altered their course away from the Russian border, according to the ministry’s statement.
China Bans Intel and AMD Chips from Use in Government Computers
According to reports, China has implemented guidelines aimed at gradually eliminating U.S. microprocessors from Intel and AMD from government personal computers and servers. Additionally, the procurement directives aim to reduce reliance on Microsoft’s Windows operating system and foreign-made database software, in favour of domestic alternatives. Government agencies above the township level have been instructed to prioritize “safe and reliable” processors and operating systems in their purchasing criteria.
Hezbollah Targets Missile and Artillery Base at ‘Yoav’ and ‘Keila’ Barracks
The Islamic Resistance in Lebanon – Hezbollah announced that its fighters targeted the missile and artillery base in “Yoav” and “Keila'” barracks (headquarters of the anti-Air and Missile Command) early Sunday. In a statement, Hezbollah indicated that the attack comes in support of the steadfast Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip and their brave and honorable Resistance and in response to the Israeli attack on the city of Baalbek in eastern Lebanon. It highlighted that the attack on the “Keila'” barracks, with more than 60 Katyusha rockets, coincided with exercises by a force from the Golani Brigade that had returned from the Gaza Strip.
