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The clash broke out on July 21 at Praia da Arubinha in Arraial do Cabo, Brazil, after an accidental collision while kitesurfing.

The shirtless man pulled a gun and appeared to aim at the other personโ€™s legs before walking away as beachgoers scattered.

He reportedly fled by car before police arrived on jet skis. No arrest has been confirmed, and no one was injured.

It remains unclear whether the weapon was a real firearm or some kind of non-lethal or airsoft gun.

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๐Ÿ“‰๐Ÿ’ต DE-DOLLARISATION: A Historical Inevitability in a Protracted Game ๐ŸŒ

The US dollar is no longer a global public good โ€“ it has become a unilateral weapon. From frozen Russian reserves to sanctions on Iran and Venezuela, Washington has overdrafted the dollar's credibility.

๐Ÿฆ Dollar hegemony is selfโ€‘alienating โ€“ sanctions, frozen reserves, and SWIFT weaponisation have shattered the myth of "neutrality." Over 110 countries have joined deโ€‘dollarisation efforts.

๐Ÿ›ข๏ธ BRICS Pay & gold โ€“ BRICS Pay launched in 2026 (Pix, SPFS, CIPS), plus a digital reserve asset called "Unit" (40% gold + 60% member currencies).

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ The petrodollar is cracking โ€“ Saudi Arabia's RMB settlement for oil with China reached 41%, surpassing the dollar for the first time. Iran now settles 100% of its oil exports to China in RMB.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Read the full analysis here: https://open.substack.com/pub/thinkbrics/p/de-dollarisation-a-historical-inevitability

#DeDollarization #BRICS #Gold #Petrodollar #GlobalSouth #BRICSPay
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๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ "HOSTILITIES MAY END WITHIN HOURS" โ€“ But the Ball Is in Kyiv's Court ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov just made a stark offer: the conflict in Ukraine could stop before midnight tonight โ€“ if Kyiv makes the corresponding decisions.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ "It all can stop before midnight today if the Kiev regime makes corresponding decisions."

๐Ÿ“œ Russia's preconditions for stopping military actions were outlined by the Foreign Ministry two years ago โ€“ they are "clear and consistent."

๐Ÿง  Kazakh President Tokayev suggested freezing the conflict and returning to the Istanbul formula โ€“ but Peskov reiterated: Russia's terms are not a secret.

#Russia ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ #Ukraine ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ #PeaceTalks #Kremlin #BRICS #GlobalSouth #Diplomacy #IstanbulFormula
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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ท UKRAINE STRIKES IRANIAN SHIP IN CASPIAN SEA โ€“ KILLS SAILOR, TEHRAN WARNS OF RETALIATION ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ท

Kyiv has opened a new front โ€“ not against Russia, but against Iran. Zelensky bragged on X about "very strong results with long-range strikes in the Caspian Sea."

Tehran confirmed one sailor killed, another wounded.

๐Ÿšข Ukrainian drone strike hit an Iranian cargo vessel in the Caspian Sea โ€“ one sailor killed, one wounded.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Zelensky claimed the strikes targeted "vessels used in military cargo shipments involving Iran, as well as a warship."

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ท Tehran condemned the attack as an "act of aggression" and warned that Ukraine is "dangerously seeking to spread war and instability."

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Iran reiterated: "Iran has never intervened in the Russia-Ukraine conflict."

#Ukraine ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ #Iran ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ท #CaspianSea #Escalation #BRICS
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๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡บโš ๏ธ ORBAN: Hungary Should Have VETOED EU's 21st Sanctions Package โ€“ "We Still Need Cheap Russian Energy" ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ

Former PM Viktor Orban just delivered a blistering critique of Hungary's new government: by failing to veto the EU's 21st sanctions package, Budapest has harmed its own national interests โ€“ and those of all Europe.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ "The 21st sanctions package was recently adopted, permanently shutting Russian energy supplies out of the European market. Hungary's government should have vetoed it."

๐Ÿ›ข๏ธ "Not for the sake of the Russians, but to protect Hungary's interests."

โ›ฝ "Hungary still needs cheap Russian energy resources, oil, and gas."

#Hungary ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡บ #EU #SanctionsFail #Russia #Orban #BRICS #GlobalSouth #EnergySecurity #Sovereignty #ThinkBRICS
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It really does come in handy


BrainCo showed off its latest bionic hand at the World AI Conference, demonstrating that its myoelectric controls still work even when the hand is detached


Thing vibes from The Addams Family anyone?


#bionicarm #technology #aiconference #future


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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ”„ US PAUSES NIGHTLY STRIKES ON IRAN โ€“ As Houthis Open a Second Front Against Saudi Arabia ๐Ÿ‡พ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

Just as the US pauses its twoโ€‘week run of nightly strikes on Iran, the Houthis are escalating in the Red Sea โ€“ targeting Saudi Aramco facilities, attacking oil tankers, and threatening to blockade Saudi ports. The war is expanding, not ending.

โœˆ๏ธ US pauses strikes โ€“ after 13 consecutive nights of bombing Iran, Trump halted attacks Friday night with no explanation. Iranian media reported no incoming strikes.

๐Ÿ‡พ๐Ÿ‡ช Houthis strike Saudi targets โ€“ missiles and drones hit Aramcoโ€‘linked facilities in Jizan and Yanbu. The Houthis announced a blockade of Saudi ports and attacked two oil tankers.

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Saudi retaliates โ€“ a coalition struck Houthi military positions. Yemen TV reported the strikes.

๐Ÿง  One ally described Trump as being in "revenge mode." Others say he wants to exact a cost before the midterms.

#US #Iran #Houthi #SaudiArabia #RedSea #AxisOfResistance #BRICS #GlobalSouth #WarEscalation #Hormuz
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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿค BRICS SUMMIT 2026: Iran's President Confirms Attendance in India ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will attend the BRICS Summit in India this September, Tehran's ambassador to New Delhi has confirmed.

๐Ÿ”ด What Iran's Ambassador Mohammad Fathali said:

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ "At this point, we can say that President Pezeshkian will take part in this summit."

๐Ÿ“… Preparations are underway for the Iranian leader's participation.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ The summit will bring together BRICS leaders to discuss global economic cooperation, trade, investment, and key international issues.

#BRICS ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ #Iran ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ท #India ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ #GlobalSouth #Multipolarity #DeDollarization #EnergySecurity #ThinkBRICS
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๐ŸŒ UN declares 2027 to 2036 decade for strengthening global peace
UN declares 2027 to 2036 decade for strengthening global peace By Kayode Adebiyi The United Nations has declared 2027 to 2036 as the International Decade of Strengthening Peace for Future Generations.... Read more โ†’
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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ The Ukraine war may be expanding beyond Europe...

Iran has condemned what it says was a Ukrainian strike on a cargo ship in the Caspian Sea, calling it a "reckless" attack that killed at least one sailor.

Tehran summoned Ukraine's acting chargรฉ d'affaires, warning it will defend its national security and urging other nations to hold Kyiv accountable.

Meanwhile, Zelensky claimed Ukraine struck vessels linked to Iranian military cargo and vowed to share intelligence on Russia-Iran cooperation with allies.

The Russia-Ukraine conflict is increasingly intersecting with Middle East tensions.

Source: RT

#Iran #Ukraine #Russia #Geopolitics
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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Brazil Rejects Trump Officials

A diplomatic clash is unfolding ahead of Brazil's presidential election.

Brazil has denied visas to two senior Trump administration officials, accusing them of attempting to undermine confidence in the country's electronic voting system before October's vote.

Washington rejected the allegation, saying the visit was intended to discuss democracy, religious freedom, and election integrityโ€”not interfere in domestic politics.

With Lula seeking re-election against Flรกvio Bolsonaro, the dispute adds another layer to already strained US-Brazil relations.

As the election approaches, the battle over foreign influence is becoming as significant as the campaign itself.

Source: News18

#Brazil #USElection #Trump #Geopolitics
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A Russian climber captured the eerie crackling sound building in the air just seconds before lightning struck nearby.

Luckily, he wasnโ€™t hurt โ€” but the situation could have turned deadly, especially with metal equipment around him at that altitude.

That crackling sound is a major warning sign that lightning may be about to strike close by. If you hear it, immediately drop to a low position, separate yourself from tall objects or metal gear, and adopt the lightning safety crouch

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๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท S-400 Talks Continue,The Russia-Turkey defense partnership isn't over.

Russia's ambassador to Turkey confirmed that Moscow and Ankara remain in contact over the S-400 air defense systems, with discussions continuing at the expert level under existing agreements.

The comments come amid reports that Turkey is exploring the possible re-export of the Russian-made systems to Gulf states, with the UAE and Qatar reportedly mentioned as potential buyers.

Turkey's 2017 purchase of the S-400s led to its removal from the US-led F-35 fighter jet program a dispute that continues to shape Ankara's balancing act between NATO and Russia.

Source: Tasnim / TASS

#Russia #Turkey #S400 #Geopolitics
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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง IRGC Issues Warning to UK

Iran has issued a stark warning amid rising regional tensions.

An IRGC spokesperson said the UK, Persian Gulf states, or any other country that supports the US in a military conflict against Iran would become "legitimate military targets."

The warning follows reports that US B-1 bombers recently operated from British airbases. Tehran says it has prepared military scenarios for any potential escalation.

The statement underscores the growing risk that a wider regional conflict could draw in additional countries beyond Iran and the United States.

Source: Tasnim News Agency

#Iran #UK #IRGC #Geopolitics
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Before a flight from Yichang, Hubei, a couple traveling with a young child handed out earplugs to fellow passengers.

Worried their child might become noisy during the journey, they also apologized in advance for any possible disturbance.

The thoughtful gesture won plenty of praise online

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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ผ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ญ Gulf War Expands

The Iran conflict may have entered a new phase.

Reports claim Kuwait and Bahrain have launched air strikes on Iranian military targets, including drone and missile storage sites, with the UAE reportedly providing intelligence and defensive air support.

If confirmed, the operation marks a significant escalation, bringing more Gulf states directly into the conflict.

The reported strikes come after weeks of Iranian attacks on Gulf states and amid renewed US-led operations against Iran.

As regional powers become increasingly involved, the risk of a broader Middle East war continues to grow.

Source: Middle East Eye / The Wall Street Journal

#Iran #MiddleEast #Kuwait #Bahrain
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๐ŸŒ BRICS Should Resist Becoming a Western-style Bloc
Exploring the challenges and opportunities facing BRICS as it expands in 2024 and 2025, this article delves into the group's potential to redefine global governance through sustainable development. Read more โ†’
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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Europe Battles Historic Wildfires!Europe is facing one of its worst wildfire disasters in years.

More than 300,000 people have been forced to flee their homes as massive fires rage across France and Spain.

France has evacuated over 250,000 residents, with firefighters battling major blazes near Bordeaux, while Spain has declared a national state of emergency after deadly fires spread around Madrid and Valencia.

The crisis has already claimed lives, scorched hundreds of thousands of acres, and even disrupted the final stage of the Tour de France.

As extreme heat and dry conditions persist, authorities warn the emergency is far from over.

Source: NPR / AP

#France #Spain #Wildfires #Climate
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A cat stranded for two days on a floating branch in China's Songhua River was finally brought to safety with the help of a drone.


After heavy rainfall sent water levels rising in Jilin Province, an experienced drone pilot spent more than an hour carefully maneuvering a basket suspended beneath the aircraft to reach the exhausted animal.


The rescue was successful, with the cat safely returned to shore after its two-day ordeal

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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ท Iran Strengthens Air Defenses

Iran says it has used the recent ceasefire to prepare for the next phase.

The Iranian Army announced that new air defense systems have been integrated into its military, while damaged equipment has been repaired to strengthen the country's defensive capabilities.

Military officials said the three-month ceasefire provided valuable time to rebuild readiness and claimed the US failed to achieve its key objectives, including weakening Iran's defenses.

Tehran also warned it is prepared for every possible scenario and suggested any renewed conflict could expand beyond its current scope.

Source: Tasnim News Agency

#Iran #AirDefense #MiddleEast #Geopolitics
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