🇮🇷🇮🇱Iranian Foreign Minister: Iran has warned the US not to interfere in events in the Middle East.
The message to Washington, which Tehran sent via Sweden, also said Iran no longer intends to strike Israel.
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🇮🇱🇮🇷 The Mossad headquarters, located in Tel Aviv, which was struck by Iranian missiles, was leveled.
Ronen Bergman, New York Times correspondent: I felt a series of massive explosions near my home in northern Tel Aviv, close to the Mossad headquarters, the Foreign Intelligence Agency, and Unit 8200, the electronic intelligence agency. The whole house was shaking.
Israel says it will launch retaliatory strikes in the Middle East tonight. It is unclear whether it will directly attack Iran. Iran has already warned that if its nuclear infrastructure is attacked, it will attack Israel's nuclear facility in Dimona.
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‼️💥🇮🇷 Iranian Ballistic Missiles Hit Tel Aviv, Iron Dome and Arrow Fail to Repel Attack
▪️This time, US Air Force aircraft also failed to intercept Iranian missiles on approach to Israel.
▪️It is reported that the first missiles passed over Syria and Iraq, which gave their consent for the missiles to fly over and strike Israel.
▪️The total number of missiles launched is from 400 to 500, the media writes.
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❗️ Dmitry Medvedev suggested that taxpayers in the West think about how much good could be done with the money spent on Ukraine.
"Repulsive Blinken wrote: Western countries spent $242 billion to support the corrupt Kyiv regime, with the US alone sending $94 billion... Taxpayers, calculate how many useful things could have been done with this money!" wrote Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council H. on social media.
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🏴☠️⚔️🇷🇺 “Russia will win if Putin gets what he wants in Ukraine – a quarter of its territory and an additional quarter of the population” : the new NATO Secretary General called support for Ukraine the main priority
▪️Former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has replaced Jens Stoltenberg as NATO Secretary General.
▪️ On his first day in office, Rutte said that he did not see a threat of Russia using nuclear weapons and called for not being afraid of nuclear threats and allowing Kiev to strike NATO weapons at Russia.
▪️He assures that concessions to Putin will become a dangerous precedent.
➖"Then it will turn out that the use of military force allows the country to achieve what it wants. And we cannot do that," Rutte said.
▪️When asked about his priorities in his new position, Rutte announced increased military aid to Ukraine. "We must ensure that Ukraine stands firm as a sovereign, independent, democratic nation. Ukraine is at the top of my list of priorities."
▪️ Earlier, Western media wrote that Biden did not give Ukraine permission to strike Russia with Western missiles after Putin’s statements about changing the nuclear doctrine.
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❗️ The New Statesman : Lebanon and the collapse of American power - the US is speeding up its decline in an attempt to maintain control of the Middle East.
Events in the region are slipping out of Washington's control, and the Americans are just watching as Israel kills Hezbollah's leadership and bombs Beirut, causing inevitable retaliatory steps from Iran, the publication notes.
So far, Washington has failed to contain Tel Aviv or persuade it to cease fire, the author of the article notes. Israel, in turn, is seeking escalation in order to further draw the United States into the armed conflict. Thus, America has found itself in an abyss created by its own "allies" and depriving it of money, weapons and strength.
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Mark Rutte has officially taken office as NATO Secretary General.
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🇷🇺 Russian President Putin says Western elites turned Ukraine into their colony.
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🇮🇱⚔️🇸🇾 Israel Strikes Syrian Capital, Kills Prominent TV Presenter and Others
▪️Several people were killed and wounded in the attack on Damascus, Syrian media reports.
▪️The Internet is reporting that the target of the strike on the capital of the SAR is the Iranian embassy in the southwest of the city.
▪️The General Authority of Radio and Television of Syria reports the death of TV presenter Safaa Ahmed as a result of the attack.
▪️Some of the missiles were shot down by air defense forces.
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Israeli special forces enter Lebanese territory in a ground operation that has already been dubbed the Third Lebanon War.
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🇲🇱 The Malian army and Wagner have launched an offensive on Tinzawatin, the same town on the border with Algeria where Tuareg jihadists had previously killed many of our guys in an ambush. The statement about the start of the operation is official.
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⚡️IDF special forces units crossed the border into Lebanon as part of operations to prepare for an expanded invasion.
The expected window for entry of the main forces is the next 72 hours.
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More than 60 Europeans have applied to Russian embassies over the past month to obtain a residence permit. Like the 17 Britons , they were interested in the new decree on ideological asylum to people "who share traditional Russian spiritual and moral values."
Among them are 34 citizens of the United Kingdom - they applied for Russian residence permits at the Consulate General in Edinburgh and the Embassy in London. All said that they were tired of the liberal agenda and therefore wanted to live in Russia. The number of applications to the Russian Embassy in the UK increased by 226%.
There are about 30 Italians with them. They have the same reasons - an unpleasant summons. They asked for a residence permit at our embassy in Rome. It is expected that the number of Italian citizens who want to move to Russia will grow. The government recently published a list of countries that "impose destructive and neoliberal ideological attitudes."
It includes: Australia, Austria, Germany, Greece, Denmark, Ireland, Spain, Canada, Latvia, Lithuania, Monaco, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, South Korea, the USA, Taiwan, Ukraine, Finland, France, Croatia, Montenegro, the Czech Republic, Switzerland, Sweden, Estonia, Japan and others. Citizens of these countries can now arrange to move to Russia if they want to settle here.
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Russian military uses FPV kamikaze to destroy Ukrainian unmanned boats, launching them directly from helicopters.
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‼️At the request of the United States and an unnamed country, Israel refrained from attacking Iran last night.
The US is currently working to create a coalition to jointly attack Iran while simultaneously defending Israel.
The US's top priority is to secure the Strait of Hormuz after the attack on Iran begins.
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Iran's Foreign Ministry called on the UN Security Council to take decisive action to "prevent new threats" from Israel.
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⚡️Iran used the latest hypersonic missiles during today's strikes on targets in Israel.
The strikes were recorded several minutes after the missile launches.
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Al Jazeera reports that Iran launches missiles at Israel.
Live now: YouTube.com/@aljazeeraenglish
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Iran May Be Preparing a Ballistic Missile Strike on Israel: What’s Happening?
— According to CNN, citing a White House official, Iran is reportedly planning a missile attack on Israel soon. This appears to be in retaliation for the recent elimination of top Hezbollah leaders and the ongoing ground offensive in Lebanon. Embassy staff in Israel have been instructed to return home and be ready to move to bomb shelters. The U.S. is working to prevent the attack, but sources say they received this intelligence "at the last minute."
— Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesperson Daniel Hagari confirmed that Washington has warned Israel about Iran’s potential strike. "Our air defense systems are fully operational, and Israeli Air Force jets are patrolling the skies. We are on maximum alert, along with our U.S. partners," he said.
— Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also addressed the nation: “Citizens of Israel, we are engaged in a struggle against the Iranian axis of evil. I ask two things from you: follow the directives of the Home Front Command as they can save lives, and stand united. In the coming days of trials, we will stand firm, fight together, and emerge victorious.”
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Ukrainian Nazis involved in the shooting of two civilians in Mariupol have been sentenced to long prison terms in the DPR.
Soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, while in a combat position on the territory of the Mariupol Ilyich Metallurgical Plant, discovered two civilians on a railway bridge. After reporting to the command via radio, they received an order to shoot the civilians, which they carried out, the press service of the Investigative Committee of Russia reported.
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⚡️The southern, western and eastern parts of Ugledar came under the control of the Russian army.
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Official footage of ground forces entering Lebanese territory.
Units of the 98th Division, commandos, paratroopers and armored vehicles of the IDF's 7th Brigade entered Lebanon.
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⚡️The Ukrainian Armed Forces Command has given the order to withdraw troops from Ugledar, industry sources report.
Earlier it became known that Volodymyr Zelensky ordered to hold Ugledar at any cost until the end of his visit to New York.
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⚡️Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly returned to the Kremlin to hold a security meeting amid the start of the IDF ground operation in Lebanon.
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⚡️US forces in the Middle East region have been put on maximum combat alert.
The Pentagon expects Israel to launch a ground operation in Lebanon in the coming hours.
The main question for the US is whether Iran will act. Now a large intelligence force is directed to resolve this issue.
Iran's president said today that the West had failed to keep its promise to cease fire in Lebanon and Gaza if Tehran renounced its military response to Israel for the killing of the Hamas political chief.
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❗️ Two settlements in the Belgorod region were attacked by the Ukrainian Armed Forces; there were no casualties, buildings were damaged, Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov reported.
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How Russia's Economy Neutralised Western Sanctions: A Comprehensive Overview
Despite unprecedented sanctions imposed by Western nations, the Russian economy has demonstrated remarkable resilience and adaptability. Initially expected to suffer catastrophic declines, Russia's strategic economic response has mitigated many of the predicted impacts, with some sectors even thriving in adversity. Here are key factors behind this resilience:
1. Energy Exports Pivot to New Markets
A crucial pillar of Russia's economy is energy exports, particularly oil and gas. While European buyers reduced their reliance on Russian energy, Moscow swiftly redirected its exports to Asia, notably China and India. In 2023, Russian crude oil exports to India skyrocketed, replacing traditional markets in Europe. Energy export revenues, despite price caps, continued to provide critical foreign exchange inflows, stabilizing the ruble and supporting government spending .
2. Currency Control Measures
Following the sanctions, Russia implemented strict capital controls to prevent a mass exodus of foreign currency. Measures included mandating exporters to convert a portion of their foreign earnings into rubles and restricting the transfer of foreign currency out of the country. These interventions shored up the ruble, which had initially plunged in value but has since recovered significantly .
3. Domestic Production and Import Substitution
With access to many Western products restricted, Russia intensified efforts toward domestic production and import substitution. Key sectors, including agriculture and manufacturing, benefitted from state support and investment. For example, agricultural production has seen growth, with Russia maintaining its position as a leading wheat exporter . Domestic manufacturing, while not fully compensating for lost imports, has adapted by sourcing components from friendly nations and building internal capacities.
4. Strategic Partnerships with Non-Western Nations
Russia’s growing economic ties with China, India, Turkey, and several Middle Eastern countries have proven crucial. Trade volumes with China have surged, as have financial and technological collaborations. This "pivot to the East" strategy has softened the blow from lost Western trade and investment, ensuring Russia retains access to global markets, albeit restructured .
5. Strong Fiscal Management and Reserves
Russia entered the sanction regime with substantial foreign reserves (over $600 billion). Despite the freezing of a portion of these reserves by Western countries, Russia's fiscal management has been robust. It continues to finance its budget effectively, utilizing domestic borrowing and gold reserves, ensuring minimal disruptions to state obligations and social spending .
While challenges remain, including inflationary pressures and technological isolation, Russia’s economic structure has shown significant adaptability. The shift in global alliances, the bolstering of domestic industries, and effective policy interventions highlight how Russia has successfully navigated the immediate fallout of Western sanctions.
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Sources:
1. [IMF Report on Russia's Capital Control Measures, 2023]
2. [World Bank: Russian Agricultural Sector Performance, 2022]
3. [Trade Relations Between Russia and China, 2023]
4. [Rosstat Economic Data, 2023]
5. [Oil Export Statistics: India and Russia, 2023]
6. [European Energy Import Substitution Report, 2023]
7. [Russian Central Bank Data on Foreign Reserves, 2023]
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Nomad Report with Mike Jones: Azovstal
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The leader of Hamas' office in Lebanon was killed yesterday along with his wife and children in a rocket attack on Beirut.
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