The publications are suspended, except for particular events, from 10 to 24 August. In the meantime, we are preparing some news in the Defense/terrorism and cyber field for the second half of 2020.
NIST cyber security experts: Error rates varied from 5% to 50%, depending on their capabilities. Blacks one double rates than light-blue. However the tests have been made with digital masks only.
Daesh jihadists try to escape from a Hasaka camp to avoid infections. Meanwhile, Turkey is "testing" the ground in Idlib for new joint patrols with Russia on the M4.
The formal arrival of COVID-19 forces Ankara to review the strategy in the province. In addition, local jihadists are increasingly nervous: the TAF risk attacks on the M4 even without Russia.
Bleeping Computer: The app has been released by the Ministry of Health for both Android and iOS. It alerts users if they have been at a location at the same time as a known COVID-19 patient.
First TAF patrol, without Russia, inside the region along the M4. Damascus sends columns of tanks north against Ankara, while facing the Coronavirus "in its own way".
Analysts: Between 50 and 150 cases of COVID-19 infections are expected in Deir Ezzor. Probably on the rise. Also, Daesh jihadists cannot get treatment, having used the virus for propaganda.
Turkey and Pakistan close the borders with Tehran to prevent the spread of COVID-19, while Afghanistan blocks flights and group travels. Iraq fights fake news and jackals.
Daesh sympathizers stabbed 3 tourists in Hulhumale. As investigations continue, NSC and the tourism industry are taking steps. Meanwhile, the facilities contact security experts and PSCs.
Mirror developers have given away 160,000 copies of the game to help those stuck at home pass the time. They also provide advice on reducing risks with the New China Virus.