The wording suggests rumour. “Reportedly” Tomahawsk approved, but it’s worth noting given the situation in Pokrovsk- with the encirclement etc.,
Where it’s being reported Ukrainians soldiers have begun to surrender- Which is better the better then dying alternative!
Ukrainian soldiers encircled by Russian forces in the key eastern city of Pokrovsk have started surrendering, the defence ministry in Moscow claims.
But Ukraine‘s military has pushed back on the report by the TASS state news agency, saying the situation is “difficult and dynamic”.
Difficult and dynamic could indicate surrendering en masse is taking place, without exactly saying surrender is taking place.
The Pentagon has reportedly advised the White House that transferring Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine poses no operational risk, according to CNN sources. The potential approval marks a major step in expanding Kyiv’s long-range strike capabilities and testing Washington’s limits on lethal aid.
On Friday, 31 October 2025, CNN reported, citing three US and European officials, that the Pentagon’s Joint Staff has told the White House it sees no operational risk in transferring long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine, leaving the political decision to President Donald Trump. The report follows several weeks of Ukrainian lobbying and comes despite Trump’s earlier remark about not “giving away” capabilities the US may need. There is still no official confirmation from the Pentagon or the White House, so the option remains indicative rather than formal.
Curious explosion at New Mexico oil refinery.
If anyone has any thoughts on this incident, I’m all eyes (ears) Some stats on oil refinery explosions etc., would be good
the Navajo Refinery is the largest in New Mexico, with a crude oil processing capacity of 100,000 barrels per day,