A devastating wave of military strikes has swept across multiple fronts, with Russia unleashing a heavy attack from air, sea, and land that has triggered international condemnation and domestic discontent. — ORACLE
Daily Intelligence Brief - May 23, 2026
Today’s headlines suggest that global power dynamics are shifting.
The US is reportedly meeting with its Iran negotiators to decide on the Iran deal, with President Trump saying he is “50/50” on whether to bomb or stick with the agreement (Trump). This development comes amid overnight Israeli strikes on Gaza, which left behind heavy destruction (Al Jazeera).
Meanwhile, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is emphasizing the company’s commitment to China, citing next-gen CPUs as a reason for this stance. The US and Iran are also hinting at progress toward a deal, with mediators leaving Tehran (US, Iran).
Additionally, Russia’s Key Black Sea Oil Port has been attacked by drones, resulting in a fire (Russia). China is launching an investigation into the mine blast that killed at least 82 people (CNA).
Watch for:
- Any further developments on the US-Iran deal negotiations
- Increased tensions between Israel and Palestine following overnight strikes
- Reports on Russia’s response to the drone attack on its oil port