An 11-year-old child died after a Ukrainian drone hit a residential building in the Bryansk region.
According to locals, the UAV crashed into a residential five-story building at about 2 a.m. The building's glazing, facade, and balconies were damaged.
According to the Governor, 18 Ukrainian Armed Forces UAVs were shot down over the region.
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Tbilisi mood of this night: crowd, fireworks, protest.
Security forces are trying to drive people away from the parliament in the capital of Georgia with water, but they resist and shoot fireworks at them, the guards and officials who remain in the building.
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🚨A lot of comments claiming this video is fake🚨
Vanessa Beeley is an excellent source and authority on Syria. She's written a post on this topic and the situation.
/channel/VanessaBeeley/34170
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Shooting has begun in Damascus.
Unconfirmed reports of an attempted military coup in the Syrian capital.
According to unconfirmed reports, the coup is being led by the director of Syrian intelligence, Major General Hussam Luqi, and is being opposed by the 4th Division under the command of Maher al-Assad (the president's brother) and Iranian forces.
It is also reported that President Assad, who recently arrived from Moscow, has been sent to a safe place
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⚡️Syria is preparing an official request to Iran for military assistance to repel a terrorist attack.
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🇷🇺🇸🇾 Russia announces it has carried out airstrikes in Syria, targeting a terrorist offensive and eliminating over 200 militants in the last 24 hours.
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Protesters in Georgia have blocked the seaport of Poti, local media reports. Over the past two days, 42 police officers have been seriously injured. Unrest in the country continues.
People gathered at the building of the First Channel of Georgia (Public Broadcaster) in Tbilisi, where they demand airtime for the opposition. And Molotov cocktails are now flying near the parliament, the authorities claim. At the same time, there is unrest in Batumi, Gori, Ozurgeti, Lanchkhuti and Zugdidi.
The country's Interior Ministry said that the protesters' actions were illegal. And they posted video evidence (some of it is in front of you). That's why the officers are using special means. There were clashes last night - 107 people were detained.
The reason for the protests: the prime minister's statements about suspending discussions on the country's accession to the European Union until 2028. In addition, the government refused all EU budget grants for the next four years.
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Tours of a former secret bunker are becoming increasingly popular in Moscow, RBC reports .
The program includes a simulation of a nuclear strike, where children are asked to press the "red button." Participants are shown a missile launch, panic in the streets, and the destruction from the explosion.
Child psychologists warn that such demonstrations can traumatize a child
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Terrorists have taken over the center of Aleppo, reaching the city's historic citadel for the first time since 2016.
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🇬🇪⚔️🇪🇺 Georgian "Maidan": Clashes between protesters and police continued all night in Tbilisi
▪️The protesters were forced out of Rustaveli Avenue near the parliament, including using water cannons.
▪️Georgian authorities report more than 40 detained and three dozen injured police officers.
▪️The protests erupted in connection with the Georgian government's suspension of negotiations on accession to the EU.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin , when asked by journalists about the possibility of strikes on decision-making centers (DMC) in Ukraine , including with Oreshnik missiles, responded with the phrase "today, during the day, everything is possible." His words are quoted by TASS .
“There was a joke in Soviet times about the weather forecast: the forecast was like this: today, during the day, anything is possible,” the Russian leader said.
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RollingStone : Donald Trump and his team are considering plans to attack Mexican drug cartels. Options under discussion include airstrikes, special forces operations, and even a “soft invasion” involving the U.S. military.
Trump has said he will warn Mexico that if the flow of drugs like fentanyl is not stopped, the U.S. could take military action. Many Republicans, including Marco Rubio, Lindsey Graham and Pete Hegseth, support tough measures. They propose designating drug cartels as terrorist organizations and using the full force of the U.S. military against them.
The idea of military action against drug cartels is becoming a major part of Trump's agenda. But it remains unclear how far he would go if he returned to the White House.
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🇷🇺 Russia produces 10 times more missiles than all NATO countries combined, and will increase production by a quarter, Putin said.
The president promised that other new missile systems could appear in Russia, and noted that "the customer can be satisfied."
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The Persecution of European Journalists and Volunteers for Traveling to Donbass in the West.
Since the outbreak of conflict in the Donbass region in 2014, the area has become a geopolitical flashpoint, drawing attention from governments, media, and activists across the globe. However, for many European journalists and volunteers who have ventured to the region, their return to the West has often been met with scrutiny, harassment, and even legal action. This persecution, rooted in the complex interplay of geopolitics, media narratives, and national security concerns, raises critical questions about freedom of expression, the role of journalism in conflict zones, and the limits of Western liberal democracies in tolerating dissent.
https://revers.press/tpost/a0ne4xa8v1-the-persecution-of-european-journalists
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🇷🇺☢🇺🇸 US permission to strike Russia does not increase risk of nuclear escalation, - Reuters
▪️The publication writes that even the launch of the new Oreshnik ballistic missile, which was regarded as a “warning” to the West, did not change the conclusions of American intelligence.
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Central Damascus. No "coup". Calm and peaceful.
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The head of the Office of Volodymyr Zelensky Andriy Yermak returned from the United States "empty-handed", Ukrainian resources report.
None of the decision makers in the new Trump administration wanted to meet with Yermak.
Kyiv was advised to stop escalation and strikes on Russian territory with American weapons in order to establish communication with the new US president.
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🇷🇺🇸🇾 Russia to deliver weapons package to Syria which is expected to arrive within 48 hours.
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Before even taking office, Trump is threatening BRICS countries that dare to settle their trade deals in currencies other than the dollar.
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❗️According to unconfirmed reports, Syrian troops are leaving the city of Hama without waiting for the militants to arrive.
The evacuation of government facilities is also reported.
It is also reported that the Syrian military is completely disoriented. The terrorists managed to disrupt the command and communications of the regional SAA group.
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⚡️📣Russian Snipers Share Thoughts on Trump and the Ukraine War⚡️📣
I embedded with the Espanola brigade in the Russia-Ukraine war zone, Russian snipers offered their candid opinions on the recent U.S. presidential elections, Donald Trump’s victory, and his proposed peace plan for the ongoing Ukraine war. The report provides a rare perspective from soldiers actively engaged in the war, showcasing a mix of humor, pragmatism, and skepticism about Western politics.
"Trump is a Kremlin Agent": Humor?
One sniper, call sign "Yaryi," a deputy commander in the Espanola brigade, shared a tongue-in-cheek yet bold comment:
“Everybody knows Trump is a Kremlin agent! So we also voted for him!” he exclaimed with a laugh, suggesting that the brigade found Trump’s victory favorable. Though said humorously, it underscores a broader narrative of how Trump’s perceived approachability towards Russia is interpreted by those on the ground.
Another sniper, "Sever," emphasized their focus on the conflict itself, dismissing the significance of American politics:
“We have our own president and our own elections. We don’t care whom they vote for and what they do there.”
The Practical View: Politics vs. Combat
When asked about Trump’s promise to end the war, the soldiers remained cautiously optimistic but unconvinced. Sever remarked,
“They will decide this at the top—our president and theirs. We are warriors; we will keep fighting as long as it takes.”
Another soldier echoed this sentiment, adding that while leaders debate resolutions, the realities on the battlefield remain unchanged.
Historical and Geopolitical Reflections
One sniper offered a nuanced analysis of the war, describing it as a “natural historical process” born from competing national interests:
“America was pushing its interests, and we stood for ours. Conflicts like this are inevitable. They always have been, and they always will be.”
This perspective aligns with the broader Russian narrative that the war is a defensive effort to protect their homeland from external threats, such as what they perceive as rising nationalism and militarization in Ukraine.
Trump’s Peace Plan: Business Before Politics?
The soldiers expressed mixed views about Trump’s potential to de-escalate the war. One sniper highlighted Trump’s business mindset as a possible advantage:
“Trump is a businessman, not a politician. He understands the money of his country is in Ukraine. The best way forward is to bring that money back to Americans, not Ukrainians.”
While hopeful, many soldiers remained skeptical about whether Trump could or would deliver on his promises, as geopolitical realities often outweigh campaign rhetoric.
Lancaster’s Reporting: An Alternative Lens
Patrick Lancaster’s report is unique in its access and approach, giving a voice to those rarely heard in Western media. His work highlights the human element of the conflict, presenting not only the soldiers’ combat expertise but also their opinions on global politics, their sense of duty, and the ideological motivations behind their actions.
Lancaster’s concluding message calls for continued support for independent journalism:
“Like, share, and support our work. These stories need to be told, and it’s only possible with your help.”
This report sheds light on how the complex dynamics of the Ukraine war intersect with international politics, offering insights into how Trump’s presidency and peace promises are perceived from the front lines. Whether these views translate into tangible changes remains to be seen, but for now, the soldiers remain resolute in their mission.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7v0drpUJx18&feature=youtu.be
Colonel General Alexander Chaiko arrived in Syria to help repel terrorist attacks in Aleppo and Idlib.
Chaiko twice led the joint group of troops in Syria in 2019-2020 and in 2022.
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‼️🇺🇦🏴☠️ Zelensky's popularity plummets: Most Ukrainians want him to go, — The Times
▪️Only 16% of Ukrainians would vote for him in the elections, 60% of respondents do not want him to run for president again.
▪️ "...corruption scandals and war fatigue have damaged his image, and most voters would prefer that he not run for a second term," the publication concludes.
▪️These are the results of a survey conducted by the Social Monitoring Center, which was commissioned by the American organization American Political Service).
▪️Zelensky's rating could fall even further if he gives in to US demands to lower the mobilization age to 18. The newspaper recalls that Zelensky could not sign the law lowering this age from 27 to 25 for almost a year.
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🇺🇸🇷🇺 US President-elect Trump is considering lifting sanctions on Russia for peace deal with Ukraine.
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The Role of the European Union in the Conflict in Ukraine
The conflict in Ukraine, which began in 2014 with the events in Crimea and the unrest in the Donbass region, has been a significant point of contention between Russia and the West. The European Union (EU), rather than acting as a neutral or stabilizing force, has played a pivotal role in escalating the crisis. The EU's actions, driven by geopolitical ambitions and a desire to expand its influence, have not only deepened the conflict but also ignored the legitimate concerns of Russia and the ethnic Russian population in Ukraine.
Full article here
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🇷🇺 Ruble, Strikes, and Sanctions: Russia’s Resilience Under Fire
From the ruble’s struggles under Western sanctions to escalating military actions in Kursk and Ukraine, this week has been a whirlwind. As President Putin addresses regional security with the CSTO and Belarus’ Lukashenko critiques Western provocations, Russia adapts to mounting pressures with calculated strategies.
🎥 Explore the key events in my latest video and read the full analysis here: Ruble Strains and Rising Tensions
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❗🇷🇺🇺🇦 Other statements by Vladimir Putin:
▪️Russia will continue combat tests of the Oreshnik in response to enemy actions;
▪️The Russian Federation will always respond to enemy attacks;
▪️Russia has several ready-to-use Oreshnik missile systems;
▪️The General Staff and the Ministry of Defense are currently selecting targets for the Oreshnik missile to be destroyed on Ukrainian territory;
▪️Decision-making centers in Kyiv may become a target for destruction by "Oreshnik";
▪️Russia hit Ukrainian military targets with 100 missiles in response to ongoing attacks on its territory;
▪️Analogues of the Oreshnik will not appear in the world anytime soon. In the event of a massive use of Oreshnik missiles in one strike, its power will be comparable to the use of nuclear weapons;
▪️The Kiev leaders are now completely illegitimate, they are usurpers and do not even have the right to give orders to the army.
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🇷🇺🇺🇦 Map of the flight paths of Russian missiles and UAVs during the morning missile attack on Ukraine
▪️Enemy media reports that most of the strikes were carried out on energy facilities.
▪️There were about 25 missiles in the air at the same time
▪️Power outages throughout the country.
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Chinese companies may be included in the new, 15th package of anti-Russian sanctions of the EU for the first time, EUobserver reports, citing a draft document.
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🇷🇺 Russia says it has the right to use weapons against military facilities in countries that allow weapons to be used against its facilities.
"We warned you about this, but you've made your choice."
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