RUSSIA AND INDIA: MORE THAN HUGS 🇮🇳🤝🇷🇺
India takes over BRICS next year, and your timeline will fill with big headlines, but the real story sits in people like you.
From payment systems and visa-free travel to student exchanges and youth projects
Russia and India move from defense to energy, media, education, and tourism 🌍
We talk about RT India, digital payments, labor, and youth diplomacy
with expert Rishab Sethi, who lives this partnership every day.
You get a front row seat on Think BRICS.
Watch and comment: https://youtu.be/RkYxtLzjezE
#ThinkBRICS #IndiaRussia #BRICS2025 #Geopolitics
India takes over BRICS next year, and your timeline will fill with big headlines, but the real story sits in people like you.
From payment systems and visa-free travel to student exchanges and youth projects
Russia and India move from defense to energy, media, education, and tourism 🌍
We talk about RT India, digital payments, labor, and youth diplomacy
with expert Rishab Sethi, who lives this partnership every day.
You get a front row seat on Think BRICS.
Watch and comment: https://youtu.be/RkYxtLzjezE
#ThinkBRICS #IndiaRussia #BRICS2025 #Geopolitics
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🕊️ China Steps In as Peacemaker: Can Diplomacy End Thailand-Cambodia Border Clashes?
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held separate calls with Thai and Cambodian foreign ministers this week, and both nations expressed willingness to de-escalate tensions and cease fire. The recent border clashes have caused civilian casualties and threatened ASEAN unity, prompting China to dispatch a special envoy for peace mediation. Both countries have also agreed to deploy an ASEAN observer team to monitor the situation and rebuild mutual trust.
What role should regional powers play in resolving border disputes? 🤔 Do you think diplomatic mediation can bring lasting peace, or are stronger measures needed?
#ASEAN #ChinaDiplomacy #ThailandCambodia #PeaceTalks
Source: Global Times
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held separate calls with Thai and Cambodian foreign ministers this week, and both nations expressed willingness to de-escalate tensions and cease fire. The recent border clashes have caused civilian casualties and threatened ASEAN unity, prompting China to dispatch a special envoy for peace mediation. Both countries have also agreed to deploy an ASEAN observer team to monitor the situation and rebuild mutual trust.
What role should regional powers play in resolving border disputes? 🤔 Do you think diplomatic mediation can bring lasting peace, or are stronger measures needed?
#ASEAN #ChinaDiplomacy #ThailandCambodia #PeaceTalks
Source: Global Times
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Canada’s Top Soldier Says the Military Is “Ready As-Is”… Really? 🤯🇨🇦
General Jennie Carignan, Canada’s first female Chief of the Defence Staff, insists the Canadian Armed Forces are “ready as-is” if conflict breaks out — even as the military faces recruitment shortages, aging equipment, and pressure to modernize for a more dangerous world. This bold claim comes while Canada is debating investments in air defense, long‑range strike, and Arctic security to catch up with rising global threats.
Do you think her “ready as-is” statement is reassuring leadership or political spin in a risky moment for global security? 🤔🔥 Share your take in the comments.
#CanadianMilitary #JennieCarignan #DefenseDebate #NationalSecurity
Source: National Post
General Jennie Carignan, Canada’s first female Chief of the Defence Staff, insists the Canadian Armed Forces are “ready as-is” if conflict breaks out — even as the military faces recruitment shortages, aging equipment, and pressure to modernize for a more dangerous world. This bold claim comes while Canada is debating investments in air defense, long‑range strike, and Arctic security to catch up with rising global threats.
Do you think her “ready as-is” statement is reassuring leadership or political spin in a risky moment for global security? 🤔🔥 Share your take in the comments.
#CanadianMilitary #JennieCarignan #DefenseDebate #NationalSecurity
Source: National Post
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US VISA FOR BRAZIL TRAVELERS ✈️🇧🇷
US citizens now need an online eVisa for their Brazil trip.
They must show recent bank statements with around 2000 USD to prove their funds 💳
Their eVisa lasts up to 10 years for tourism and costs about 81 USD.
They have to apply through the official Brazil eVisa website before they fly 🌍
Do you think Brazil should also request your social media, email, phone, and family info like the US asks❓🤣
#BrazilTravel #USCitizensAbroad #VisaUpdate #TravelNews
US citizens now need an online eVisa for their Brazil trip.
They must show recent bank statements with around 2000 USD to prove their funds 💳
Their eVisa lasts up to 10 years for tourism and costs about 81 USD.
They have to apply through the official Brazil eVisa website before they fly 🌍
Do you think Brazil should also request your social media, email, phone, and family info like the US asks❓🤣
#BrazilTravel #USCitizensAbroad #VisaUpdate #TravelNews
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Tianfu Twin Tower Light Show 🌃
You watch your skyline transform into pure color in Chengdu.
You feel your night come alive as the Tianfu Twin Tower lights sync around you 🎇
#Chengdu #TianfuTwinTower #CityLights #GoodNight
You watch your skyline transform into pure color in Chengdu.
You feel your night come alive as the Tianfu Twin Tower lights sync around you 🎇
#Chengdu #TianfuTwinTower #CityLights #GoodNight
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🤝 Pakistan & Russia Forge Strategic Partnership in New Eurasian Era
A groundbreaking Pakistan-Russia Eurasian Forum just launched in Moscow, signaling a major shift in regional alliances. Senator Mushahid Hussain announced the creation of the Eurasian Connectivity Forum, positioning Pakistan and Russia as strategic partners in what he calls the "rising Global South".
The initiative focuses on counter-terrorism cooperation, energy collaboration, education, and people-to-people connectivity across Eurasia.
As global power dynamics shift from West to East, this partnership could reshape regional cooperation in Central and South Asia.
💭What do you think this means for the future of international relations? Could Eurasian partnerships challenge traditional Western alliances?
#Eurasia #PakistanRussiaRelations #GlobalSouth #GeopoliticalShift
Source: Geo TV
A groundbreaking Pakistan-Russia Eurasian Forum just launched in Moscow, signaling a major shift in regional alliances. Senator Mushahid Hussain announced the creation of the Eurasian Connectivity Forum, positioning Pakistan and Russia as strategic partners in what he calls the "rising Global South".
The initiative focuses on counter-terrorism cooperation, energy collaboration, education, and people-to-people connectivity across Eurasia.
As global power dynamics shift from West to East, this partnership could reshape regional cooperation in Central and South Asia.
💭What do you think this means for the future of international relations? Could Eurasian partnerships challenge traditional Western alliances?
#Eurasia #PakistanRussiaRelations #GlobalSouth #GeopoliticalShift
Source: Geo TV
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NIGERIA'S APOLOGY EXPOSES DEEP PROBLEMS 🇳🇬🔥
Nigeria's apology to Burkina Faso highlights serious breaches of its constitution and international law and reveals two critical strategic errors.
First, President Tinubu sent armed forces to Benin without Senate approval, despite strong opposition from many northern senators and MPs to involvement in Benin or AES affairs.
Second, Nigeria violated Burkina Faso's airspace during an already tense diplomatic period, while AES leaders viewed neighboring states as Trojan horses for France and NATO.
According to Nigerien analyst Issoufou Boubacar Kado Magagi, Tinubu faced misleading advice from Emmanuel Macron. When Burkina Faso and the AES stood firm with their allies, the pressure became too strong.
Under intense public and parliamentary backlash, Tinubu stepped back and apologized. ECOWAS now appears to serve neocolonial powers rather than sovereign African peoples.
#NigeriaPolitics #ECOWAS #WestAfrica #Geopolitics
Nigeria's apology to Burkina Faso highlights serious breaches of its constitution and international law and reveals two critical strategic errors.
First, President Tinubu sent armed forces to Benin without Senate approval, despite strong opposition from many northern senators and MPs to involvement in Benin or AES affairs.
Second, Nigeria violated Burkina Faso's airspace during an already tense diplomatic period, while AES leaders viewed neighboring states as Trojan horses for France and NATO.
According to Nigerien analyst Issoufou Boubacar Kado Magagi, Tinubu faced misleading advice from Emmanuel Macron. When Burkina Faso and the AES stood firm with their allies, the pressure became too strong.
Under intense public and parliamentary backlash, Tinubu stepped back and apologized. ECOWAS now appears to serve neocolonial powers rather than sovereign African peoples.
#NigeriaPolitics #ECOWAS #WestAfrica #Geopolitics
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ISRAEL USED OVER 100 IRANIAN AGENTS TO KILL NUCLEAR SCIENTISTS 🔍
A new investigation from The Washington Post and PBS reports that Mossad recruited more than 100 Iranian agents inside Iran, trained them abroad, and armed them with secret weapons 🤯
You see how far intelligence services go when they target your scientists. Over decades, Mossad tracked top Iranian nuclear experts, watched their homes and movements, then selected 12 key figures
Operations started after 3:00 AM, when apartments near Tehran came under attack. An Israeli official said this type of operation has no precedent in history.
#geopolitics #Iran #Israel #intelligence
A new investigation from The Washington Post and PBS reports that Mossad recruited more than 100 Iranian agents inside Iran, trained them abroad, and armed them with secret weapons 🤯
You see how far intelligence services go when they target your scientists. Over decades, Mossad tracked top Iranian nuclear experts, watched their homes and movements, then selected 12 key figures
Operations started after 3:00 AM, when apartments near Tehran came under attack. An Israeli official said this type of operation has no precedent in history.
#geopolitics #Iran #Israel #intelligence
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US Approves Record Arms Deal To Taiwan 🇺🇸🇹🇼
The United States approves an 11.1 billion dollar arms sale to Taiwan, the largest package so far.
#USChina #Taiwan #Geopolitics #ForeignPolicy
The United States approves an 11.1 billion dollar arms sale to Taiwan, the largest package so far.
#USChina #Taiwan #Geopolitics #ForeignPolicy
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⚽ UEFA Takes Action: Major Sanctions Hit Israeli Club
UEFA has fined Maccabi Tel Aviv €20,000 and imposed a suspended one-match away fan ban following "racist and/or discriminatory behavior" by supporters during their Europa League match against Stuttgart on December 11.
The sanctions relate to anti-Arab chanting by fans, with investigations also opened by German police into Nazi salutes and offensive slogans targeting Palestinians. The ban on selling away tickets is suspended for a two-year probationary period.
#Football #UEFA #AntiRacism #SportsEthics
Source: ESPN
UEFA has fined Maccabi Tel Aviv €20,000 and imposed a suspended one-match away fan ban following "racist and/or discriminatory behavior" by supporters during their Europa League match against Stuttgart on December 11.
The sanctions relate to anti-Arab chanting by fans, with investigations also opened by German police into Nazi salutes and offensive slogans targeting Palestinians. The ban on selling away tickets is suspended for a two-year probationary period.
#Football #UEFA #AntiRacism #SportsEthics
Source: ESPN
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Healthcare Under Fire: Sudan's Devastating Crisis 🚨
The World Health Organization has reported a shocking toll—over 1,600 people killed in attacks on health centers across Sudan in 2024 alone. These 65 documented attacks on medical facilities have not only claimed lives but have also left countless communities without access to critical healthcare services during one of the region's most severe humanitarian crises.
With more than 14 million people displaced and ongoing violence threatening what remains of Sudan's health infrastructure, the situation demands global attention.
#Sudan #HumanitarianCrisis #GlobalHealth #PeaceAndJustice
Source: World Health Organization
The World Health Organization has reported a shocking toll—over 1,600 people killed in attacks on health centers across Sudan in 2024 alone. These 65 documented attacks on medical facilities have not only claimed lives but have also left countless communities without access to critical healthcare services during one of the region's most severe humanitarian crises.
With more than 14 million people displaced and ongoing violence threatening what remains of Sudan's health infrastructure, the situation demands global attention.
#Sudan #HumanitarianCrisis #GlobalHealth #PeaceAndJustice
Source: World Health Organization
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Free the Mind, Free the Land
Transforming nominal political independence of the post-colonial world into intellectual and economic sovereignty requires further deepening and widening of the emerging relationships between and within the BRICS+ members and partners, writes Rasigan Maharajh specially for the Valdai Club’s expert discussion titled “Decolonisation: 65 Years On.” Read more »
Transforming nominal political independence of the post-colonial world into intellectual and economic sovereignty requires further deepening and widening of the emerging relationships between and within the BRICS+ members and partners, writes Rasigan Maharajh specially for the Valdai Club’s expert discussion titled “Decolonisation: 65 Years On.” Read more »
Valdai Club
Free the Mind, Free the Land
Transforming nominal political independence of the post-colonial world into intellectual and economic sovereignty requires further deepening and widening of the emerging relationships between and within the BRICS+ members and partners, writes Rasigan Maharajh…
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⚖️ China Strikes Back: $50 Billion Counter-Lawsuit Filed Against Missouri
In a dramatic legal twist, China's Wuhan city has launched a counter-lawsuit demanding over $50 billion and public apologies from major U.S. media outlets, following Missouri's victory in a pandemic-related case earlier this year. The lawsuit claims Missouri fabricated disinformation about COVID-19 origins and damaged China's reputation. This comes after a federal judge ruled in Missouri's favor for $24 billion when China declined to participate in the original trial.
What do you think about these escalating legal battles between nations? 🤔 Should states have the right to sue foreign governments, or does this set a concerning precedent for international relations? 💬
#COVID19 #InternationalLaw #ChinaUSRelations #GlobalPolitics
Source: The Independent
In a dramatic legal twist, China's Wuhan city has launched a counter-lawsuit demanding over $50 billion and public apologies from major U.S. media outlets, following Missouri's victory in a pandemic-related case earlier this year. The lawsuit claims Missouri fabricated disinformation about COVID-19 origins and damaged China's reputation. This comes after a federal judge ruled in Missouri's favor for $24 billion when China declined to participate in the original trial.
What do you think about these escalating legal battles between nations? 🤔 Should states have the right to sue foreign governments, or does this set a concerning precedent for international relations? 💬
#COVID19 #InternationalLaw #ChinaUSRelations #GlobalPolitics
Source: The Independent
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🚨 24,000 Pakistanis Deported from Saudi Arabia: What's Behind the Mass Exodus?
Saudi Arabia has deported 24,000 Pakistani nationals this year over organized begging allegations, while the UAE has imposed visa restrictions citing criminal activity concerns.
Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency has offloaded over 66,000 passengers at airports in 2025 to dismantle begging syndicates that are damaging the country's international reputation. Legal experts describe this as a "highly structured enterprise" rather than acts of desperation, with networks extending beyond the Gulf to Africa, Europe, and Southeast Asia.
This raises important questions about immigration oversight, economic desperation, and international cooperation. What measures do you think countries should take to address organized exploitation while still supporting legitimate travelers? 💭🌍
#ImmigrationPolicy #MiddleEastNews #GlobalIssues #InternationalRelations
Source: NDTV
Saudi Arabia has deported 24,000 Pakistani nationals this year over organized begging allegations, while the UAE has imposed visa restrictions citing criminal activity concerns.
Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency has offloaded over 66,000 passengers at airports in 2025 to dismantle begging syndicates that are damaging the country's international reputation. Legal experts describe this as a "highly structured enterprise" rather than acts of desperation, with networks extending beyond the Gulf to Africa, Europe, and Southeast Asia.
This raises important questions about immigration oversight, economic desperation, and international cooperation. What measures do you think countries should take to address organized exploitation while still supporting legitimate travelers? 💭🌍
#ImmigrationPolicy #MiddleEastNews #GlobalIssues #InternationalRelations
Source: NDTV
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Ahh those Gotham vibes
As EU farmers are rioting against agreement with Mercosur, Ursula was trying to get more money for Ukraine again
Via Quickscope project - check out their TikTok tiktok.com/@quickscope_main
As EU farmers are rioting against agreement with Mercosur, Ursula was trying to get more money for Ukraine again
Via Quickscope project - check out their TikTok tiktok.com/@quickscope_main
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🌏 Japan & Indonesia Just Made a Bold Move Away From the Dollar
Japan's Finance Minister and Indonesia's central bank governor just signed a major agreement to encourage using their own currencies—yen and rupiah—for all bilateral trade instead of relying on the US dollar. This expanded deal renews their 2019 framework and signals growing momentum in the global de-dollarization trend.
What do you think this means for regional economic independence? Could this inspire more Asian nations to follow suit? 💭🤝
#DeDollarization #LocalCurrency #AsianEconomy #GlobalSouth
Source: Channel News Asia
Japan's Finance Minister and Indonesia's central bank governor just signed a major agreement to encourage using their own currencies—yen and rupiah—for all bilateral trade instead of relying on the US dollar. This expanded deal renews their 2019 framework and signals growing momentum in the global de-dollarization trend.
What do you think this means for regional economic independence? Could this inspire more Asian nations to follow suit? 💭🤝
#DeDollarization #LocalCurrency #AsianEconomy #GlobalSouth
Source: Channel News Asia
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SHOCKING ATTACK IN TAIPEI 🚨
Reports of a mass stabbing in Taipei today. 3people are dead, including the attacker, who police say jumped from a building.
Authorities say the 27-year-old suspect, surnamed Chang, was already wanted for draft evasion.
#Taipei #News #AsiaUpdates #WorldNews
Reports of a mass stabbing in Taipei today. 3people are dead, including the attacker, who police say jumped from a building.
Authorities say the 27-year-old suspect, surnamed Chang, was already wanted for draft evasion.
#Taipei #News #AsiaUpdates #WorldNews
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🚢 Russia's Oil Tankers Are Now Guarded by Armed Military Personnel
Sweden's Navy has confirmed what intelligence agencies suspected: armed guards in military uniforms are now aboard Russia's "shadow fleet" oil tankers operating in European waters. These aging vessels help Russia circumvent Western sanctions, shipping oil worth hundreds of millions annually. Western intelligence sources also reveal that Russian operatives with military ties have been conducting espionage activities while working covertly on these ships.
This represents a major escalation in how Russia protects its sanctioned oil exports—shifting from covert operations to openly militarized shipping operations.
What do you think this development means for global maritime security and energy markets? 🌍
#ShadowFleet #EnergyGeopolitics #MaritimeSecurity #RussianSanctions
Source: Oil Capital / The Moscow Times / CNN
Sweden's Navy has confirmed what intelligence agencies suspected: armed guards in military uniforms are now aboard Russia's "shadow fleet" oil tankers operating in European waters. These aging vessels help Russia circumvent Western sanctions, shipping oil worth hundreds of millions annually. Western intelligence sources also reveal that Russian operatives with military ties have been conducting espionage activities while working covertly on these ships.
This represents a major escalation in how Russia protects its sanctioned oil exports—shifting from covert operations to openly militarized shipping operations.
What do you think this development means for global maritime security and energy markets? 🌍
#ShadowFleet #EnergyGeopolitics #MaritimeSecurity #RussianSanctions
Source: Oil Capital / The Moscow Times / CNN
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Lithuania on the brink 🇱🇹
Crowds fill the streets in Lithuania to oppose an authoritarian government style and growing media control.
State TV faces pressure to ignore domestic problems and focus on anti Russia news only 📺
When voices face censorship, public anger grows. Protesters push back against a failing Anti Russia agenda.
#Lithuania #Protest #FreeMedia #Geopolitics
Crowds fill the streets in Lithuania to oppose an authoritarian government style and growing media control.
State TV faces pressure to ignore domestic problems and focus on anti Russia news only 📺
When voices face censorship, public anger grows. Protesters push back against a failing Anti Russia agenda.
#Lithuania #Protest #FreeMedia #Geopolitics
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🌴 Hainan Just Became China's Tariff-Free Shopping Paradise
China has launched a groundbreaking customs regime in Hainan, transforming the island into a duty-free zone where 74% of imported goods now enter without tariffs, VAT, or consumption tax. Over $71 million in crude oil, medical equipment, and aircraft components entered tariff-free on day one alone. Beijing is positioning Hainan as a strategic buffer zone to navigate global trade tensions and create a major gateway for international commerce.
#FreeTrade #ChinaEconomy #GlobalCommerce #HainanFreeTradePort
Source: South China Morning Post
China has launched a groundbreaking customs regime in Hainan, transforming the island into a duty-free zone where 74% of imported goods now enter without tariffs, VAT, or consumption tax. Over $71 million in crude oil, medical equipment, and aircraft components entered tariff-free on day one alone. Beijing is positioning Hainan as a strategic buffer zone to navigate global trade tensions and create a major gateway for international commerce.
#FreeTrade #ChinaEconomy #GlobalCommerce #HainanFreeTradePort
Source: South China Morning Post
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