Breaking: 🇳🇬 Nigerian forces claim US killed 175 ISIL (ISIS) fighters in recent days.
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters said on Tuesday that operations conducted with the US military’s Africa Command (AFRICOM) destroyed checkpoints, weapons caches, logistics hubs, military equipment and financing networks used by ISIL and the ISIL affiliate in West Africa Province (ISWAP), which has led a years-long struggle in the region. Nigerian forces working with the United States claim to have killed 175 ISIL (ISIS) fighters in a series of joint strikes in the country’s northeast in recent days.
Source: Al Jazeera
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters said on Tuesday that operations conducted with the US military’s Africa Command (AFRICOM) destroyed checkpoints, weapons caches, logistics hubs, military equipment and financing networks used by ISIL and the ISIL affiliate in West Africa Province (ISWAP), which has led a years-long struggle in the region. Nigerian forces working with the United States claim to have killed 175 ISIL (ISIS) fighters in a series of joint strikes in the country’s northeast in recent days.
Source: Al Jazeera
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Xi to Putin: China and Russia have persisted in developing a comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era on the basis of equality, mutual respect, good faith, and win-win cooperation.
The political mutual trust between our two countries has continuously deepened. Cooperation in economy and trade, investment, energy, science and technology, culture and at the local level has been steadily moving forward. People-to-people bonds have become stronger.
China-Russia relations have entered a new stage with greater accomplishments and faster development. It is a strategic choice made by President Putin and me to unswervingly promote the long-term, healthy, stable, and high-quality development of China-Russia relations, in view of the fundamental interests of both countries and the general trend of world development..
Source: Clash Report
The political mutual trust between our two countries has continuously deepened. Cooperation in economy and trade, investment, energy, science and technology, culture and at the local level has been steadily moving forward. People-to-people bonds have become stronger.
China-Russia relations have entered a new stage with greater accomplishments and faster development. It is a strategic choice made by President Putin and me to unswervingly promote the long-term, healthy, stable, and high-quality development of China-Russia relations, in view of the fundamental interests of both countries and the general trend of world development..
Source: Clash Report
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Just In: FIFA plans to ban fans from bringing Iran's old 'Lion and Sun' flag and related clothing into 2026 World Cup stadiums again.
The 'Lion and Sun' flag was Iran's national flag before the 1979 Islamic Revolution and is now used by those who oppose the current government.
Source: Washington Examiner
The 'Lion and Sun' flag was Iran's national flag before the 1979 Islamic Revolution and is now used by those who oppose the current government.
Source: Washington Examiner
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🚨🇹🇼🇨🇳 JUST IN: Taiwan’s President Says Island’s Future Will Not Be Decided By “External Forces”
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te says the future of Taiwan must be decided only by its 23 million people — not by foreign powers.
Lai stated he remains open to dialogue with Beijing, but only under conditions of “equality and dignity.”
China quickly responded, accusing Lai of promoting separatism and escalating cross-strait tensions.
The remarks come as pressure continues mounting across the Taiwan Strait following repeated Chinese military drills and renewed uncertainty over US policy toward Taiwan.
Donald Trump recently suggested US arms sales to Taiwan could become a negotiating tool with Beijing.
Another sign of intensifying geopolitical friction in the Indo-Pacific.
Source: Al Jazeera
#Taiwan #China #US #Geopolitics
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te says the future of Taiwan must be decided only by its 23 million people — not by foreign powers.
Lai stated he remains open to dialogue with Beijing, but only under conditions of “equality and dignity.”
China quickly responded, accusing Lai of promoting separatism and escalating cross-strait tensions.
The remarks come as pressure continues mounting across the Taiwan Strait following repeated Chinese military drills and renewed uncertainty over US policy toward Taiwan.
Donald Trump recently suggested US arms sales to Taiwan could become a negotiating tool with Beijing.
Another sign of intensifying geopolitical friction in the Indo-Pacific.
Source: Al Jazeera
#Taiwan #China #US #Geopolitics
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🚨🇵🇰🇸🇦 JUST IN: Pakistan’s Military Deployment To Saudi Arabia Signals Major Gulf Security Shift
Reports indicate Pakistan has deployed thousands of troops, JF-17 fighter jets, drones, and Chinese-made HQ-9 air defense systems to Saudi Arabia under a confidential defense pact.
The reported buildup comes as Gulf states increasingly question the reliability of existing regional security guarantees amid rising Middle East instability.
Analysts say the move is not about replacing US power in the Gulf, But creating additional layers of strategic protection as regional tensions continue escalating.
The deployment also highlights China’s growing indirect role in Gulf defense networks through Pakistani-operated Chinese military systems.
Another sign the Middle East is moving toward a more fragmented and multipolar security order.
Source: Asia Times / Reuters
#Pakistan #SaudiArabia #MiddleEast #Geopolitics
Reports indicate Pakistan has deployed thousands of troops, JF-17 fighter jets, drones, and Chinese-made HQ-9 air defense systems to Saudi Arabia under a confidential defense pact.
The reported buildup comes as Gulf states increasingly question the reliability of existing regional security guarantees amid rising Middle East instability.
Analysts say the move is not about replacing US power in the Gulf, But creating additional layers of strategic protection as regional tensions continue escalating.
The deployment also highlights China’s growing indirect role in Gulf defense networks through Pakistani-operated Chinese military systems.
Another sign the Middle East is moving toward a more fragmented and multipolar security order.
Source: Asia Times / Reuters
#Pakistan #SaudiArabia #MiddleEast #Geopolitics
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🇷🇺🇨🇳 China is seeking larger long-term oil supplies from Russia, according to Russian Deputy PM Alexander Novak.
Novak said Beijing remains interested in expanding energy cooperation with Moscow despite global market challenges, adding that both sides are also discussing new joint energy projects during the Russian delegation’s visit to China.
The remarks come as Putin visits China for high-level talks with Xi Jinping.
Source: TASS
#China #Russia #Oil #Energy
Novak said Beijing remains interested in expanding energy cooperation with Moscow despite global market challenges, adding that both sides are also discussing new joint energy projects during the Russian delegation’s visit to China.
The remarks come as Putin visits China for high-level talks with Xi Jinping.
Source: TASS
#China #Russia #Oil #Energy
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🚨🇹🇷 JUST IN: Turkey’s New ICBM Reveal Sparks Speculation Over Nuclear Deterrence Ambitions
Turkey has unveiled the “Yildirimhan” intercontinental ballistic missile at the SAHA 2026 defense expo a move analysts say signals Ankara’s push for greater strategic autonomy beyond NATO.
Turkish officials claim the missile could strike targets over 6,000 km away at hypersonic speeds.
The announcement comes amid growing instability across the Middle East following the Iran war and rising doubts over long-term US security guarantees.
Analysts say the real message may not be the missile itself, but Turkey signaling it wants the industrial and technological foundation for an independent deterrent capability.
Another sign the region’s security architecture is entering a far more unstable phase.
Source: Asia Times
#Turkey #NATO #MiddleEast #Geopolitics
Turkey has unveiled the “Yildirimhan” intercontinental ballistic missile at the SAHA 2026 defense expo a move analysts say signals Ankara’s push for greater strategic autonomy beyond NATO.
Turkish officials claim the missile could strike targets over 6,000 km away at hypersonic speeds.
The announcement comes amid growing instability across the Middle East following the Iran war and rising doubts over long-term US security guarantees.
Analysts say the real message may not be the missile itself, but Turkey signaling it wants the industrial and technological foundation for an independent deterrent capability.
Another sign the region’s security architecture is entering a far more unstable phase.
Source: Asia Times
#Turkey #NATO #MiddleEast #Geopolitics
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India's PM Modi & Italian PM Meloni share shots from Day 1 in Rome
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🚨🇺🇸🇨🇺 JUST IN: Trump Administration Preparing Charges Against Raul Castro
The US Justice Department is reportedly preparing to indict former Cuban leader Raul Castro over the 1996 shootdown of two civilian aircraft linked to the exile group “Brothers to the Rescue.”
If confirmed, it would mark the first time Washington has pursued criminal charges against a member of the Castro family.
The move comes as the Trump administration sharply escalates pressure on Havana through expanded sanctions, economic restrictions, and diplomatic isolation efforts.
Analysts say the indictment could push US–Cuba tensions into a far more confrontational phase at a time of growing instability across Latin America.
Another sign Washington is intensifying pressure campaigns across the Western Hemisphere.
Source: South China Morning Post
#Cuba #USA #Trump #Geopolitics
The US Justice Department is reportedly preparing to indict former Cuban leader Raul Castro over the 1996 shootdown of two civilian aircraft linked to the exile group “Brothers to the Rescue.”
If confirmed, it would mark the first time Washington has pursued criminal charges against a member of the Castro family.
The move comes as the Trump administration sharply escalates pressure on Havana through expanded sanctions, economic restrictions, and diplomatic isolation efforts.
Analysts say the indictment could push US–Cuba tensions into a far more confrontational phase at a time of growing instability across Latin America.
Another sign Washington is intensifying pressure campaigns across the Western Hemisphere.
Source: South China Morning Post
#Cuba #USA #Trump #Geopolitics
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🇹🇷🇧🇪 Belgium’s massive delegation visit to Türkiye signals a major shift in Europe’s security thinking.
The 450-member mission led by Queen Mathilde included top ministers, defense officials, and business leaders — with multiple defense agreements signed during talks.
Turkish defense giants including Baykar, TUSAŞ, ASELSAN, FNSS, and BMC were visited as Brussels deepens cooperation with Ankara in defense, technology, and security.
The move reflects Europe’s growing realization that Türkiye is becoming indispensable to the continent’s future security architecture.
Source: Anadolu Agency
#Turkey #Belgium #Europe #Defense
The 450-member mission led by Queen Mathilde included top ministers, defense officials, and business leaders — with multiple defense agreements signed during talks.
Turkish defense giants including Baykar, TUSAŞ, ASELSAN, FNSS, and BMC were visited as Brussels deepens cooperation with Ankara in defense, technology, and security.
The move reflects Europe’s growing realization that Türkiye is becoming indispensable to the continent’s future security architecture.
Source: Anadolu Agency
#Turkey #Belgium #Europe #Defense
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No we didn't forget about this VIRAL moment from Modi meeting with Meloni.
India's Modi knows how to charm ladies - giving a "VERY good toffee" to Italy's Meloni
India's Modi knows how to charm ladies - giving a "VERY good toffee" to Italy's Meloni
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🇺🇸🇮🇷🇮🇱 TRUMP VS NETANYAHU: “Bibi Will Do What I Tell Him” – As Gulf States Scramble to Prevent War 🌍💣
A tense call. A “letter of intent.” Gulf mediators rushing to Tehran. And Trump asserting dominance over Israel’s war agenda. The ceasefire is hanging by a thread – and the decision rests with one man.
📜 Trump updated Netanyahu on a proposed “letter of intent” between the US and Iran – opening 30 days of negotiations on Hormuz and the nuclear program.
🗣️ Netanyahu was “highly skeptical” – he wants military pressure to continue. The call was described as tense and “difficult.” One US official: “Bibi’s hair went up in flames.”
🌍 Gulf states (Qatar, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt) are intensively lobbying to prevent renewed fighting – they fear their energy facilities will be on the front line.
⏳ Israeli assessment: The strike option remains available – it’s a question of timing only.
#Iran #US #Israel #Netanyahu #Trump #Gulf #BRICS
A tense call. A “letter of intent.” Gulf mediators rushing to Tehran. And Trump asserting dominance over Israel’s war agenda. The ceasefire is hanging by a thread – and the decision rests with one man.
📜 Trump updated Netanyahu on a proposed “letter of intent” between the US and Iran – opening 30 days of negotiations on Hormuz and the nuclear program.
🗣️ Netanyahu was “highly skeptical” – he wants military pressure to continue. The call was described as tense and “difficult.” One US official: “Bibi’s hair went up in flames.”
🌍 Gulf states (Qatar, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt) are intensively lobbying to prevent renewed fighting – they fear their energy facilities will be on the front line.
⏳ Israeli assessment: The strike option remains available – it’s a question of timing only.
#Iran #US #Israel #Netanyahu #Trump #Gulf #BRICS
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🇪🇺💥 FORMER POLISH PM SLAMS EU ELITES – “Unimaginable Damage to the European Union”
Leszek Miller, the man who led Poland into the EU in 2004, has turned on Brussels’ leadership with brutal honesty.
Miller accused:
🇩🇪 Angela Merkel & Ursula von der Leyen – “Two German women who have caused unimaginable damage to the European Union.”
🇪🇺 Kaja Kallas – “The European Union is not made up entirely of idiots, but Ms. Kallas undoubtedly hails from that species.”
The charges:
🇩🇪 Merkel’s 2015 open‑door migration policy.
⚛ Germany’s nuclear phaseout after Fukushima – now called a “huge mistake.”
🇺🇦 The Minsk agreements – Merkel admitted they were a ploy to “give Ukraine time” to rearm. Moscow says it was deceived.
🇪🇺 Von der Leyen’s centralising power grabs, sanctions that fuel inflation, and efforts to abolish veto powers.
🇪🇪 Kallas’ hawkish rhetoric: the EU must “beat” Russia to confront China.
#EU #Poland #Merkel #VonDerLeyen #Kallas #BRICS
Leszek Miller, the man who led Poland into the EU in 2004, has turned on Brussels’ leadership with brutal honesty.
Miller accused:
🇩🇪 Angela Merkel & Ursula von der Leyen – “Two German women who have caused unimaginable damage to the European Union.”
🇪🇺 Kaja Kallas – “The European Union is not made up entirely of idiots, but Ms. Kallas undoubtedly hails from that species.”
The charges:
🇩🇪 Merkel’s 2015 open‑door migration policy.
⚛ Germany’s nuclear phaseout after Fukushima – now called a “huge mistake.”
🇺🇦 The Minsk agreements – Merkel admitted they were a ploy to “give Ukraine time” to rearm. Moscow says it was deceived.
🇪🇺 Von der Leyen’s centralising power grabs, sanctions that fuel inflation, and efforts to abolish veto powers.
🇪🇪 Kallas’ hawkish rhetoric: the EU must “beat” Russia to confront China.
#EU #Poland #Merkel #VonDerLeyen #Kallas #BRICS
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🌐 Moscow, Beijing want to prevent multipolarity from turning into chaos — Lavrov
Russia and China are interested in building normal relations among all states, including between the SCO and BRICS, the Russian foreign minister said
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Russia and China are interested in building normal relations among all states, including between the SCO and BRICS, the Russian foreign minister said
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Moscow, Beijing want to prevent multipolarity from turning into chaos — Lavrov
Russia and China are interested in building normal relations among all states, including between the SCO and BRICS, the Russian foreign minister said
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Putin meets with Chinese boy he met 26 years ago.
Signs the famous photo and says that he hopes to meet him again.
Signs the famous photo and says that he hopes to meet him again.
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🇬🇧🇷🇺 BREAKING: UK CUTS RUSSIAN OIL SANCTIONS – Hypocrisy Exposed as Fuel Crisis Bites 🛢️💥
London has quietly rolled back sanctions on Russian oil, allowing imports of diesel and jet fuel made from Russian crude in third countries (India, Türkiye). The move reverses a previous pledge – and exposes the crumbling facade of Western “energy independence.”
📜 New trade licence – effective Wednesday, indefinite period. Allows Russian‑origin diesel and jet fuel to enter Britain via refiners in third countries.
🗣️ Russian Deputy PM Novak: “Without Russian oil and oil products, global markets cannot cope today. Western sanctions policy is beginning to crack.”
😡 Critics – Tory leader Badenoch: “After 18 months of ‘standing up to Putin’, Labour quietly eased restrictions.” Former minister Lidington called it “an appalling betrayal of Ukraine.”
#UK #Russia #OilSanctions #Hypocrisy #BRICS #GlobalSouth #EnergyCrisis #ThinkBRICS
London has quietly rolled back sanctions on Russian oil, allowing imports of diesel and jet fuel made from Russian crude in third countries (India, Türkiye). The move reverses a previous pledge – and exposes the crumbling facade of Western “energy independence.”
📜 New trade licence – effective Wednesday, indefinite period. Allows Russian‑origin diesel and jet fuel to enter Britain via refiners in third countries.
🗣️ Russian Deputy PM Novak: “Without Russian oil and oil products, global markets cannot cope today. Western sanctions policy is beginning to crack.”
😡 Critics – Tory leader Badenoch: “After 18 months of ‘standing up to Putin’, Labour quietly eased restrictions.” Former minister Lidington called it “an appalling betrayal of Ukraine.”
#UK #Russia #OilSanctions #Hypocrisy #BRICS #GlobalSouth #EnergyCrisis #ThinkBRICS
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🏫💔 “ENDLESS STALLING”: Pentagon Still Won’t Admit Killing 175 in Iranian School – 80 Days Later, No Accountability
The Shajareh Tayyebeh elementary school in Minab was hit on the first day of US-Israeli strikes. 175 people – most of them children – were killed. US lawmakers now accuse the Pentagon of “endless stalling” and refusing to acknowledge what “we very obviously did.”
📍 February 28 – the school was struck. Iranian officials: 175 dead, mostly children.
🧠 Internal probe reportedly found “outdated targeting data” misidentified the school as part of an adjacent IRGC naval base – but the Pentagon has only said the investigation is ongoing.
🗣️ Rep. Adam Smith (top Democrat on House Armed Services Committee): “It’s really pretty clear what happened… Can you acknowledge that mistake was made and we were responsible?”
📸 Archived satellite imagery shows the school was adjacent to – not inside – the military compound, separated by a fence.
#Iran #US #Minab #WarCrime #Accountability #BRICS
The Shajareh Tayyebeh elementary school in Minab was hit on the first day of US-Israeli strikes. 175 people – most of them children – were killed. US lawmakers now accuse the Pentagon of “endless stalling” and refusing to acknowledge what “we very obviously did.”
📍 February 28 – the school was struck. Iranian officials: 175 dead, mostly children.
🧠 Internal probe reportedly found “outdated targeting data” misidentified the school as part of an adjacent IRGC naval base – but the Pentagon has only said the investigation is ongoing.
🗣️ Rep. Adam Smith (top Democrat on House Armed Services Committee): “It’s really pretty clear what happened… Can you acknowledge that mistake was made and we were responsible?”
📸 Archived satellite imagery shows the school was adjacent to – not inside – the military compound, separated by a fence.
#Iran #US #Minab #WarCrime #Accountability #BRICS
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The “Green Energy Utopia” you see in ads hides a nightmare in Africa.
The Democratic Republic of Congo produces most of the world’s cobalt. Zimbabwe and Nigeria are in the middle of a chaotic lithium rush.
But there’s almost zero regulation, safety, or infrastructure.
#CobaltMining #LithiumMining #DRCongo #ArtisanalMining #EVTruth
The Democratic Republic of Congo produces most of the world’s cobalt. Zimbabwe and Nigeria are in the middle of a chaotic lithium rush.
But there’s almost zero regulation, safety, or infrastructure.
#CobaltMining #LithiumMining #DRCongo #ArtisanalMining #EVTruth
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🇦🇪🛢️ UAE’S SECOND HORMUZ‑BYPASS PIPELINE 50% COMPLETE – “Energy Security Is No Longer Just About Production”
ADNOC CEO Sultan Al Jaber: “Too much of the world’s energy still moves through too few choke points. That is exactly why the UAE made the decision more than a decade ago to invest in infrastructure that bypasses the Strait of Hormuz.”
The UAE is accelerating its second pipeline – already 50% complete – with delivery now targeted for 2027.
📈 Global spare capacity is dangerously low – ~3 million bpd, should be 5 million. The world has only 30‑35 days of effective cover; needs to at least double.
💥 Hormuz closure is the most severe oil supply disruption on record – over 1 billion barrels lost so far, increasing by 100 million barrels every week.
⏳ Recovery timeline: Even if the war ends tomorrow, it would take at least 4 months to recover 80% of pre‑conflict flows. Full recovery may not happen before Q1‑Q2 2027.
#UAE #EnergySecurity #Hormuz #ADNOC #BRICS
ADNOC CEO Sultan Al Jaber: “Too much of the world’s energy still moves through too few choke points. That is exactly why the UAE made the decision more than a decade ago to invest in infrastructure that bypasses the Strait of Hormuz.”
The UAE is accelerating its second pipeline – already 50% complete – with delivery now targeted for 2027.
📈 Global spare capacity is dangerously low – ~3 million bpd, should be 5 million. The world has only 30‑35 days of effective cover; needs to at least double.
💥 Hormuz closure is the most severe oil supply disruption on record – over 1 billion barrels lost so far, increasing by 100 million barrels every week.
⏳ Recovery timeline: Even if the war ends tomorrow, it would take at least 4 months to recover 80% of pre‑conflict flows. Full recovery may not happen before Q1‑Q2 2027.
#UAE #EnergySecurity #Hormuz #ADNOC #BRICS
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🇨🇺🇺🇸 UPDATE: CUBA CONDEMNS “SPURIOUS” US INDICTMENT OF RAÚL CASTRO – “Part of a Campaign to Justify the Blockade”
The US Justice Department has announced new accusations against Army General Raúl Castro. Cuba’s response is fierce: it is all a pretext to tighten the genocidal energy blockade and pave the way for aggression.
Havana declares its “unrestricted and unwavering support” for Castro and vows to defend the socialist system and revolutionary leadership.
📜 US charges – another chapter in Washington’s long war against Cuban sovereignty.
🔥 Cuba’s condemnation – “spurious” accusations, part of a campaign to justify increased sanctions and pressure.
🛡️ Right to self‑defence – Havana reaffirms its commitment to peace and its rights under the UN Charter.
#Cuba #US #RaulCastro #Blockade #Imperialism #BRICS #GlobalSouth #Solidarity #ThinkBRICS
The US Justice Department has announced new accusations against Army General Raúl Castro. Cuba’s response is fierce: it is all a pretext to tighten the genocidal energy blockade and pave the way for aggression.
Havana declares its “unrestricted and unwavering support” for Castro and vows to defend the socialist system and revolutionary leadership.
📜 US charges – another chapter in Washington’s long war against Cuban sovereignty.
🔥 Cuba’s condemnation – “spurious” accusations, part of a campaign to justify increased sanctions and pressure.
🛡️ Right to self‑defence – Havana reaffirms its commitment to peace and its rights under the UN Charter.
#Cuba #US #RaulCastro #Blockade #Imperialism #BRICS #GlobalSouth #Solidarity #ThinkBRICS
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