Good Morning. 

Turkey arrested 15 nationalists for attacking U.S. soldiers in Izmir, Russian missiles killed over 50 at a Ukrainian military academy and hospital, 2 cybersecurity projects are aiming to enlist volunteer hackers to protect critical infrastructure, an Ex-Hochul aide was arrested for secretly working for China, and at least 13 migrants died when their boat ripped apart during an attempted crossing of the English Channel from France to the UK.

Let’s dive in.

— 🐈‍⬛ Acoustic Kitty

Frontsight: Targeting Untold Stories, Witnessing History

• Frontsight is a digital media company dedicated to telling powerful human interest stories from some of the world's most remote and challenging regions, specializing in embedding with local communities and conflict zones to capture and share the most compelling, authentic footage.

• Through our digital platform, we bring untold stories to the world, offering a unique perspective on life in places often overlooked, highlighting the resilience and strength of people living on the unexplored frontiers.

• Founded by William Allen, Dylan Roberts, and Caleb Sloan, we draw on our team's substantial experience in geopolitical arenas, from waging conventional and unconventional warfare to embedding in complex conflicts and reporting from places like Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, Somalia, and others.

Counterterrorism

• Turkey arrests 15 nationalists for attacking U.S. soldiers in Izmir. ➚

• Iran upholds death sentence for Basij member who killed protester. ➚

• U.S. charges Hamas leaders for attacks on Israeli civilians. ➚

• Iran-linked militia taking control of Iraq's Christian areas after ISIS defeat. ➚

• ISIS claims responsibility for Kabul bombing that killed at least 6. ➚

Military & Defense

• Russian missiles kill over 50 at Ukrainian military academy. ➚ 

• UK's partial arms suspension to Israel criticized by both sides. ➚

• Putin visits Mongolia, defying international arrest warrant. ➚

Cybersecurity

• 2 cybersecurity projects aim to enlist volunteer hackers to protect critical infrastructure. ➚

• VMware releases patch for high-severity vulnerability in Fusion software. ➚

• Iranian hackers target US sectors, partner with ransomware gangs. ➚

Counterintelligence & Espionage

• Ex-Hochul aide arrested for secretly working for China. ➚

• New Zealand's intelligence agency issues report calling out China for complex and deceptive interference activities in the country. ➚

• South Korea's military intelligence faces overhaul after classified leaks to North Korea. ➚

Transnational Organized Crime

• At least 13 migrants died when their boat ripped apart during an attempted crossing of the English Channel from France to the UK. ➚

• U.S. border policy creates migrant camps in Mexico City. ➚

• Hong Kong court concludes hearing for 45 pro-democracy activists. ➚ 

The America Builds podcast sits at the nexus of national security, technology, and venture capital. Hosts Will Allen and Hayley Menser interview the brilliant operators and investors pushing the boundaries of frontier technology.