ZeroFox Physical Security Intelligence Daily Brief - July 9, 2024

ZeroFox Physical Security Intelligence Daily Brief - July 9, 2024

ZeroFox physical security experts collect, curate, and analyze information derived from open and proprietary sources for comprehensive context of the circumstances surrounding global events. Here is today’s daily roundup of major developments.

Brief Highlights

• Netherlands to Supply Ukraine F-16s "Without Delay"
• Indian PM Modi Visits Russia
• Heavy Rains in Mumbai, India Cause Flooding, Travel Disruptions

Netherlands to Supply Ukraine F-16s "Without Delay"

Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp announced the Netherlands will send F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine "without delay" after his government approved the export licenses last week. However, Veldkamp did not offer a specific timeline for delivery. NATO countries have promised to provide Ukraine with about 65 F-16s, of which the Netherlands pledged to deliver 24. The F-16s are unlikely to unilaterally change the tide of the war in Ukraine, however, they should provide Ukraine with more advanced strike and air defense capabilities.

Indian PM Modi Visits Russia

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi began a two-day visit to longtime ally Russia. Modi's visit comes as Russia has grown increasingly close to India's rival China. Russian President Vladimir Putin has aggressively pursued increased trade and warmer diplomatic relations with China since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Modi's visit will likely seek to maintain close relations with Russia and hedge against an increasingly dominant Russia-China partnership.

Heavy Rains in Mumbai, India Cause Flooding, Travel Disruptions

Heavy rains caused flooding and transportation disruptions across Mumbai and elsewhere as India’s monsoon continues its seasonal course. Reports indicate that many roads and railways in the city are impassable due to knee-high water, and many flights were diverted from Mumbai International Airport after runways were similarly affected. The disruptions come a week after heavy rains caused similar problems in the capital New Delhi, including the collapse of an airport terminal roof. Elsewhere in India, flooding and landslides have displaced at least two million people and caused a handful of deaths. Heavy rains will likely continue for the coming weeks and months until the monsoon begins to dissipate.