Tag Archives: Iran

Iran captures Dive-LD seabed mapping robot worth $2.5 million – oil price rise – $100 pb

Posted on September 9, 2026 by borderslynn

What Iran Claims To Have Captured Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy said it had intercepted and captured an American unmanned underwater vehicle at the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz following what it described as a “complex intelligence and … Continue reading →

Posted in anthropocene | Tagged Dive-LD robot seabed mapping submarine, Iran, mine clearing, Navy Seals, Pentagon, Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, United States, United States technology | Leave a comment

Yemeni historic suffering

Posted on September 8, 2026 by borderslynn

https://shelterbox.org/where-we-work/yemen/crisis-explained/ https://www.msn.com/en-xl/africa/top-stories/african-migrants-stranded-in-yemen-face-growing-humanitarian-crisis/ar-AA2bza9X 8th Sept 2026: Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia ignite fires at oil facilities and wound 73 people The attacks come after weeks of escalating clashes between the important U.S. ally and the Iranian-backed rebels in Yemen, which shattered … Continue reading →

Posted in anthropocene | Tagged climate change, co-religionists, confluct, Houthi, Iran, Israeli-US illegal war on Iran, oil tankers, Persian Gulf, red sea, Sanaa, Saudi Arabia, shia, Strait of Hormuz, Suez Canal, world trade, yemen | Leave a comment

As drought increases irrigation issues, future proofing is necessary

Posted on September 2, 2026 by borderslynn

In the late 19th and early 20th century, pistachios were popularised in the US by migrants from the Middle East. By the 1930s, pistachio orchards were established in California. The warm, dry climate of California provided ideal conditions for pistachio trees, … Continue reading →

Posted in anthropocene | Tagged agriculture, climate change, crop irrigation, drought, energy transitioning, farm reservoirs, farmer assistance, farming. irrigation, fossil fuel, future proofing, heating of planet, Iran, renewables, UK, US, water shortages, water storage | Leave a comment

Bank Misr, UAE branch: US suspects money laundering for Iran (it takes one to know one)

Posted on August 30, 2026 by borderslynn

The US knows all about money laundering in the banking system: August 04,2026 Wyden Releases New Report on Failure of Wall Street Banks to Blow the Whistle on Jeffrey Epstein’s Sex Trafficking and Money Laundering Schemes ‘Looking the Other … Continue reading →

Posted in anthropocene | Tagged banking system enablers, Dubai, Iran, Jeffrey Epstein, JP Morgan Chase, Melli Bank, Misr Bank, money laundering, Ron Wyden, sanctions, Scott Bessent, UAE, United States | Leave a comment

Strait of Hormuz: watch tracking of ship movements whilst Oman and Iran negotiate

Posted on August 19, 2026 by borderslynn

There seems to be more movement now: https://hormuz.data-tracking.net/ But keep an eye on Yemen, Saudi Arabia, and Houthis: https://apnews.com/article/yemen-houthis-saudi-arabia-red-sea-iran-a8a0e282a17c13a1e528e7ca73f17c5e feasibility of importing nuclear fuel. The United States proposed that Iran halt its enrichment program and secure its fuel needs through … Continue reading →

Posted in anthropocene | Tagged control of Strait of Hormuz, Houthis, Iran, Oman, Saudi Arabia, ship tracker, Strait of Hormuz, yemen | Leave a comment

Kneel to me (and my power pals) or vengeance is ours

Posted on August 17, 2026 by borderslynn

https://www.newsweek.com/trump-kim-jong-un-south-korea-military-exercises-12329549 Historical ties: https://www.combattech.net/the-story-behind-us-and-south-korea-military-exercises/ An observation: Recent commentary downplaying the U.S. Army’s role in the Indo-Pacific misrepresents the complex security landscape and landpower’s essential place within it. Assertions that the Army is on a “dead-end ride to Asia” are short-sighted, … Continue reading →

Posted in anthropocene | Tagged China, Donald J Trump, Iran, Japan, military training exercises, N Korea, Oman, Russia, South Korea, Strait of Hormuz, US military role in Indo-Pacific, US prepared to use nuclear weapons, US threats, US troop bases, USS Gerald R Ford | Leave a comment

Embargo the Silk Road????

Posted on August 15, 2026 by borderslynn

Ancient history, the first Persian Empire: Silk Road map, 1st century: https://asktheman.xyz/ The consequential route over time: In January 2026: Bessent claims China’s Digital Silk Road threatens U.S. security; China responds by emphasizing cooperation and development.Time：2026-01-31 22:47:12 11Writer：晨雨On January 31, … Continue reading →

Posted in anthropocene | Tagged 'Stan' countries, ancient trade route, ancient trade routes, asia, China, global trade, history of Persian Empire, Iran, Marco Polo, millennia, Scott Bessent, Silk Road, US-Israel illegal war on Iran | Leave a comment

Afghan Sunni Taliban and Shia Iranians become allies

Posted on August 14, 2026 by borderslynn

https://yorktowninstitute.org/how-iran-became-the-talibans-most-pragmatic-ally/ Trump’s ‘deal’ with the Taliban: Trump’s deal with the Taliban In response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks, a US-led coalition invaded Afghanistan in October 2001. The allies quickly deposed the repressive Taliban regime and installed a western-backed government. But … Continue reading →

Posted in anthropocene | Tagged Afghanistan, Donald Trump 'deals', Iran, murder of women, pragmatic allies, Shias, Sunnis, suppression of women, Taliban | Leave a comment

USS Abraham Lincoln sailors are, understandably, burned out due to extended deployment

Posted on August 12, 2026 by borderslynn

USS Abraham Lincoln sailors tried to jump overboard amid extended deployment – reports Aircraft carrier’s crew in ninth month at sea and has spent record 250 days consecutively without making land Ed PilkingtonWed 12 Aug 2026 Military families and Congress … Continue reading →