The Wire - June 20, 2024

S2 Underground

//The Wire//2000Z June 20, 2024//

//ROUTINE//

//BLUF: LONDON STANSTED AIRPORT ATTACKED BY CLIMATE ACTIVISTS. PUTIN CONTINUES TOUR OF SOUTHEAST ASIA.//

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-International Events-

United Kingdom: The perimeter of Stansted Airport in London was breached yesterday afternoon by climate activists who cut through fencing to vandalize several aircraft with paint.

Far East: Russia’s state visit to North Korea concludes as both parties conduct various diplomatic commitments towards increasing relations. Of note, North Korea and Russia signed a mutual defense pact, with each guaranteeing the other of mutual support in the event one party is attacked.

-HomeFront-

California: Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao’s residence was reportedly raided by the FBI (and allegedly other various agencies) this morning. AC: The reasons for the raid are not clear, however it may be pertinent to note that Mayor Thao is currently facing a recall election as her constituents have raised enough support to clear the threshold for a recall vote to be made in November.

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Analyst Comments: Though the practicality of Russia’s defense pact with North Korea is likely more of a gesture than a true military pact, this does signal the increasing relations that North Korea has with Russia, along with highlighting the tepid relations North Korea has with China. Putin’s next state visit is to Vietnam, where his warm reception was met with ire from the United States.

Analyst: S2A1

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