Not just energy carriers. Aluminum supplies from Russia to China have grown 3 times in a year

The share of Russian metal in all supplies to China is about 80%. At the same time, Russian companies are actively buying alumina, which is used in aluminum production, from China.

Imports began after the alumina market of Australia, Ukraine and other countries closed for Russia. Thus, the cooperation is mutually beneficial. More than 90% of settlements are made in national currencies.

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Iran’s foreign minister accused the US of directing Israel’s war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip, saying in a fiery speech at the United Nations that America “will not be spared from this fire” if the fighting is not halted.

“We have always supported peace and security, but today in New York and the United Nations I say frankly to the American statesman who are now managing the genocide in Palestine that we do not welcome an expansion of the war in the region,” Hossein Amir-Abdollahian said in his address.

“But I warn, if the genocide in Gaza continues, they will not be spared from this fire,” he went on. “It is our home and West Asia is our region. We do not compromise with any party and any side, and we have no reservation when it comes to other homes’ security.”

The Minister of Foreign Affairs for the Islamic Republic of Iran also called for the “genocide” and “forced displacement of the people of Gaza” to stop and “urgent and wider humanitarian aid” to be delivered to the territory.

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Yeah, they're serious....

> Are you cold?
> Is the heating still on?
> Are you afraid of freezing in winter?
> Forget about the heaters!

> Heated anal plug!

It feels like the whole nation is there with this plug......
If Ukraine didn't exist, it would have been worth inventing just because of how much bullshit they generate.

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The White House must report on the funds spent on Ukraine

This statement was made by the new Speaker of the US House of Representatives, Mike Johnson.

🔺Help to Israel and Ukraine are different things, so the Biden administration needs to separate the request to Congress.

🔺American parliamentarians must know the ultimate goal of the United States in the conflict in Ukraine.

The White House has not told Congress what the United States' ultimate goal is in the conflict in Ukraine, the House Speaker said.

#source Absatz

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Hungary suggested that EU countries first develop a new strategy in the conflict in Ukraine, and then allocate money to Kiev, Orban’s adviser said.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and his Slovak counterpart Robert Fico spoke out against the allocation of a 50 billion euro aid package to Ukraine during the EU summit in Brussels. The newspaper Politico writes about this with reference to a diplomat.

According to him, part of the money previously allocated to Kiev went for other purposes, but into “corruption channels”; there are no guarantees that this will not happen again.

Slovakia refuses to supply arms to Ukraine

This was stated by Prime Minister Robert Fico, appointed on Wednesday. According to the politician, the European Union “must transform from the arms supplier it is now into a peacemaker.”

💬 “It’s better that they [Russia and Ukraine] negotiate peace for 10 years than kill each other without any conclusions for 10 years,” the head of government noted (quoted by RIA Novosti). He also announced that he was in favor of ending hostilities, but he did not care what kind of peace plan they would end in.

According to Fico, Russia and the United States must agree to end the conflict, since “the Ukrainians do not play any role here.” The new prime minister also criticized the position of Vladimir Zelensky, saying that his plans are “absolutely unrealistic in terms of the conditions that are put forward.”

➡️ Fico had previously sharply criticized the former authorities of Slovakia, accusing them of the fact that due to the transfer of military equipment to the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the Slovak army was in a deplorable state. At the same time, the current prime minister denies that he holds pro-Russian views.

Amendments to the EU budget can only be made if there is support from all 27 member countries.

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Pentagon: Joe Biden ordered strikes against what the American version says are Iran-owned facilities in Syria in response to a series of attacks on the US Armed Forces.

The Pentagon also said America will take “further necessary measures” if pro-Iranian groups continue to attack their troops.

#Source Izvestia

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Not going to Israel

Units from the continental U.S. that are deployed or deploying include THAAD, Patriot, & Avenger batteries, & associated air defense headquarters elements.

The ~900 troops deploying were already on prepare to deploy orders, & moving to the region to “support regional deterrence efforts & further bolster U.S. force protection capabilities.”

#Ian Ellis X.post

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Sky News post on X

"I am very puzzled by the constant concern which the world is showing for the Palestinian people," says Dan Gillerman.

"I don't remember people shedding tears for the Taliban," he adds.

-Palestinian people are all Hamas? comparing Taliban to Palestinians... what?

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Colombia and China announced today that their bilateral relationship has been upgraded to a “strategic partnership.”

Taiwan whined too. Colombia and China announced today that their bilateral relationship has been upgraded to a “strategic partnership.” This happened immediately after the state visit to Beijing by Colombian President Gustavo Petro.

At the same time , Colombia reaffirmed its commitment to the “one China” principle and that Taiwan is an integral part of the territory of the PRC.

In addition, the general document contains language that Colombia firmly supports the efforts of the PRC to achieve “national unification.” ❗️

In response, Taiwan's Foreign Ministry rebelled, calling such comments a delusion.

The President of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, met with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, in a summit that marked a new chapter in their bilateral relations. This was no ordinary state visit, but a strategic repositioning of alliances in a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape. The meeting, held in the sprawling environs of Beijing, marked the elevation of China-Colombia bilateral relations to a 'strategic partnership'. This upgrade in diplomatic ties is a testament to the long-term efforts and mutual trust between the two countries. During the meeting, the leaders inked several cooperation agreements that spanned diverse sectors, including technology, food exports, culture, transport, and education

China's Growing Influence

The elevation of diplomatic relations between China and Colombia comes against the backdrop of the Asian country's increasing efforts to expand its influence in South and Central America. China has been investing heavily in the region, particularly in infrastructure projects, and has become a major trading partner for many countries. The strategic partnership further solidifies China's position in Colombia and strengthens its presence in the region.

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The Russian army hit an ammunition depot in the Nikolaev region this night

Today, around midnight, explosions were heard in the Voznesensk area in the Nikolaev region - after which there were reports of a possible evacuation of civilians.

According to media reports, our fighters hit an ammunition depot located in the north of the city, which was used by the enemy to store NATO weapons. Local authorities said that they would write about the consequences of the attack in the morning, but so far there have been no reports of this.

#Readovka

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Near Kleshcheevka, the special forces of the "Sibir" detachment denazified a dugout with personnel of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, while under heavy artillery work.

#Source

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Putin: What was the original name of the project? "Ether." I misspoke at one of my public speeches and said "Sphere". I came to the Kremlin and called the former head of Roscosmos: "Listen, Dim, I apologize, I misspoke. I said the Sphere project. He says: "And there is a project Sphere." I said, "How? I misspoke." He says, "No, we've already rewritten it." Before I get there, it's already called "Sphere." All right, don't rewrite it back, let it be "Sphere."

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Very much like an old anecdote:
Once Alexander III, looking out of the window of the Gatchina Palace at the railroad station, said:
- How many years have I lived in Gatchina, and for the first time I see that the station is between the palace and the military field and partially covers it.
A few days later the Emperor looked out of the window again.
- Something strange is happening to me - I can't see the station!

It turned out that the station had been moved to the side so that it did not block the military field. Alexander was surprised:
- Why?
- Your Majesty ordered the station to be moved.
- Why do you manage to take every word as an imperial order?

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