🇸🇦🇨🇳🇾🇪 SAUDI ARABIA APPEARS TO FIRE CHINESE BALLISTIC MISSILE AT YEMEN
Debris found in Yemen suggests Riyadh has deployed a Chinese-made DF-15A in combat for the first time — opening a new chapter in the Gulf's missile war.
🔹 🚀 Chinese missile: The Wall Street Journal reports that debris identified by weapons experts appears to come from a DF-15A, a Chinese short-range ballistic missile.
🔹 🇸🇦 First combat use: If confirmed, this would mark the first known Saudi use of a ballistic missile during its long-running conflict with the Houthis.
🔹 🔍 Evidence: Video circulating online shows missile debris bearing “DF-15A” markings. The WSJ says it could not independently verify the videos, although regional analysts assessed the footage as appearing legitimate.
🔹 🇨🇳 Beijing's role: The discovery provides another glimpse into China's longstanding missile relationship with Saudi Arabia. China and Saudi Arabia have not publicly confirmed the reported launch.
#SaudiArabia #China #Yemen #DF15 #Houthis
Debris found in Yemen suggests Riyadh has deployed a Chinese-made DF-15A in combat for the first time — opening a new chapter in the Gulf's missile war.
🔹 🚀 Chinese missile: The Wall Street Journal reports that debris identified by weapons experts appears to come from a DF-15A, a Chinese short-range ballistic missile.
🔹 🇸🇦 First combat use: If confirmed, this would mark the first known Saudi use of a ballistic missile during its long-running conflict with the Houthis.
🔹 🔍 Evidence: Video circulating online shows missile debris bearing “DF-15A” markings. The WSJ says it could not independently verify the videos, although regional analysts assessed the footage as appearing legitimate.
🔹 🇨🇳 Beijing's role: The discovery provides another glimpse into China's longstanding missile relationship with Saudi Arabia. China and Saudi Arabia have not publicly confirmed the reported launch.
#SaudiArabia #China #Yemen #DF15 #Houthis
🇮🇱🇲🇦 ISRAEL & MOROCCO UPGRADE TIES – Another Nail in the Palestinian Cause
In a tripartite meeting in New York, Israel, Morocco, and the US agreed to elevate diplomatic missions to embassies and appoint ambassadors — the latest expansion of the US-engineered Abraham Accords.
🏛️ Embassies and ambassadors — upgrading from liaison offices.
✈️ Expanded flights between Israel and Morocco.
💰 Investment and trade agreements to be finalized.
The meeting included Israeli FM Gideon Saar, Moroccan FM Nasser Bourita, and US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz.
📜 Morocco was one of four Arab states — along with the UAE, Bahrain, and Sudan — to normalize with Israel in 2020 under US pressure.
🇵🇸 These deals shattered the pan-Arab consensus: no normalization without Israeli withdrawal from occupied territory and acceptance of Palestinian statehood.
#Morocco #Israel #AbrahamAccords #Palestine #BRICS #GlobalSouth #Normalization
In a tripartite meeting in New York, Israel, Morocco, and the US agreed to elevate diplomatic missions to embassies and appoint ambassadors — the latest expansion of the US-engineered Abraham Accords.
🏛️ Embassies and ambassadors — upgrading from liaison offices.
✈️ Expanded flights between Israel and Morocco.
💰 Investment and trade agreements to be finalized.
The meeting included Israeli FM Gideon Saar, Moroccan FM Nasser Bourita, and US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz.
📜 Morocco was one of four Arab states — along with the UAE, Bahrain, and Sudan — to normalize with Israel in 2020 under US pressure.
🇵🇸 These deals shattered the pan-Arab consensus: no normalization without Israeli withdrawal from occupied territory and acceptance of Palestinian statehood.
#Morocco #Israel #AbrahamAccords #Palestine #BRICS #GlobalSouth #Normalization
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🌐 The Currently Ensuing Global Transformation and Those Who Are Opposing It (Part 1)
Introduction The first half of the article you’ve just begun reading was penned largely by a co-writer whose name will be cited in part two. This first section of the article will provide a very gener... Read more →
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Introduction The first half of the article you’ve just begun reading was penned largely by a co-writer whose name will be cited in part two. This first
🇷🇺⚡ LAVROV: A WAR WITH EUROPE WOULD BE "VERY SHORT"
Russia has no intention of attacking Europe — but if Europe attacks Russia, the response will be swift and devastating.
🗣️ "We've said repeatedly that we have no intention of attacking Europe."
⚠️ "If Europe, which talks daily about preparing for war against Russia, attacks Russia, it will be a completely different war, and it will be very short."
🇩🇪🇵🇱🇪🇪 Germany, Poland, and the Baltic states claim Russia could target NATO territory — and are using that claim to justify massive military spending.
🇵🇱 Polish FM Sikorski boasted NATO could defeat Russia "quite quickly." Patrushev's response: "Polish statehood would cease to exist within two or three days."
#Russia #Lavrov #NATO #Europe #BRICS #GlobalSouth
Russia has no intention of attacking Europe — but if Europe attacks Russia, the response will be swift and devastating.
🗣️ "We've said repeatedly that we have no intention of attacking Europe."
⚠️ "If Europe, which talks daily about preparing for war against Russia, attacks Russia, it will be a completely different war, and it will be very short."
🇩🇪🇵🇱🇪🇪 Germany, Poland, and the Baltic states claim Russia could target NATO territory — and are using that claim to justify massive military spending.
🇵🇱 Polish FM Sikorski boasted NATO could defeat Russia "quite quickly." Patrushev's response: "Polish statehood would cease to exist within two or three days."
#Russia #Lavrov #NATO #Europe #BRICS #GlobalSouth
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BRICS 2026: A Forum, Not a Front
Xi and Putin in Delhi made the headlines. The declaration tells the real story of India's multi-alignment and why Europe should welcome it. Read more »
Xi and Putin in Delhi made the headlines. The declaration tells the real story of India's multi-alignment and why Europe should welcome it. Read more »
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BRICS 2026: A Forum, Not a Front
Xi and Putin in Delhi made the headlines. The declaration tells the real story of India’s multi-alignment and why Europe should welcome it.
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🇮🇷🛩️ IRAN VS. THE SPY DRONE: Pentagon Cries Foul After Tehran Seizes US Tech
The US military claims it "thwarted" an IRGC attempt to seize a Saildrone — but Iran has been capturing American hardware for years, and turning it into its own.
🗣️ CENTCOM spokesperson Capt. Tim Hawkins: The targeted unmanned surface vessel "remains under US operational control."
🚤 The US attacked two boats it says the IRGC used in the seizure attempt.
📡 The platform identified as an 8-meter Saildrone — used by the US Navy for intelligence gathering in the Middle East since 2021.
🇮🇷 Iranian media reported several fishermen missing after the US attack near Kargan and Larak Island.
🔬 Iran reverse-engineers American tech. The Shahed 171 Simorgh and Saeqeh drones resemble the US RQ-170 — which Iran captured intact in 2011.
#Iran #US #Saildrone #IRGC #BRICS #GlobalSouth #ReverseEngineering #Geopolitics
The US military claims it "thwarted" an IRGC attempt to seize a Saildrone — but Iran has been capturing American hardware for years, and turning it into its own.
🗣️ CENTCOM spokesperson Capt. Tim Hawkins: The targeted unmanned surface vessel "remains under US operational control."
🚤 The US attacked two boats it says the IRGC used in the seizure attempt.
📡 The platform identified as an 8-meter Saildrone — used by the US Navy for intelligence gathering in the Middle East since 2021.
🇮🇷 Iranian media reported several fishermen missing after the US attack near Kargan and Larak Island.
🔬 Iran reverse-engineers American tech. The Shahed 171 Simorgh and Saeqeh drones resemble the US RQ-170 — which Iran captured intact in 2011.
#Iran #US #Saildrone #IRGC #BRICS #GlobalSouth #ReverseEngineering #Geopolitics
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🇪🇺🤡 VON DER LEYEN'S STATE OF THE UNION: Militarization, Censorship & Zero Solutions
The EU chief delivered her sixth State of the Union — and it was a masterclass in distraction. No plan for the energy crisis. No plan for the cost crisis. Just more militarization, more censorship, and more centralization in Brussels.
🛡️ A NATO-style Article 4 security pact — extending beyond the EU to include the UK, Canada, and Ukraine. More war architecture, fewer answers.
💰 Diversion of unused loan funds to Kiev — without asking member states.
⛏️ A bloc-wide critical minerals stockpile — playing catch-up on resources BRICS already controls.
👥 Expansion of EU staff in Brussels — more bureaucrats, not more solutions.
☢️ Rebooting nuclear power — after overseeing its shutdown.
🤖 Radical AI investment — plus the energy grid to power it.
🔒 An EU "Kids Act" — restricting social media access and expanding online censorship.
#EU #VonDerLeyen #EnergyCrisis #BRICS #GlobalSouth #EmpireInDecline #Geopolitics
The EU chief delivered her sixth State of the Union — and it was a masterclass in distraction. No plan for the energy crisis. No plan for the cost crisis. Just more militarization, more censorship, and more centralization in Brussels.
🛡️ A NATO-style Article 4 security pact — extending beyond the EU to include the UK, Canada, and Ukraine. More war architecture, fewer answers.
💰 Diversion of unused loan funds to Kiev — without asking member states.
⛏️ A bloc-wide critical minerals stockpile — playing catch-up on resources BRICS already controls.
👥 Expansion of EU staff in Brussels — more bureaucrats, not more solutions.
☢️ Rebooting nuclear power — after overseeing its shutdown.
🤖 Radical AI investment — plus the energy grid to power it.
🔒 An EU "Kids Act" — restricting social media access and expanding online censorship.
#EU #VonDerLeyen #EnergyCrisis #BRICS #GlobalSouth #EmpireInDecline #Geopolitics
Intl. media outlets highlight China's role in BRICS cooperation
International media outlets have highlighted the growing influence of BRICS cooperation, saying the mechanism has become an important platform for Global South countries to voice their concerns and promote common development, while noting China's role in advancing cooperation among member states.
The 18th BRICS Summit was held in New Delhi, India, from September 12 to 13, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the start of BRICS cooperation and drawing fresh international attention as the mecha... Read more »
International media outlets have highlighted the growing influence of BRICS cooperation, saying the mechanism has become an important platform for Global South countries to voice their concerns and promote common development, while noting China's role in advancing cooperation among member states.
The 18th BRICS Summit was held in New Delhi, India, from September 12 to 13, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the start of BRICS cooperation and drawing fresh international attention as the mecha... Read more »
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International media outlets highlight China's role in BRICS cooperation
International media outlets have highlighted the growing influence of BRICS cooperation, saying the mechanism has become an important platform for Global South countries to voice their concerns and promote common development, while noting China's role
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🇺🇸🇸🇦🇨🇳 F-35 DEAL UNDER THREAT: US INTELLIGENCE FEARS CHINA COULD STEAL THE TECHNOLOGY
Washington wants Saudi Arabia to fly America's most advanced fighter — while its own intelligence agencies fear Riyadh's deepening military ties with China could expose the technology.
🔹 ✈️ $24 BILLION DEAL: The pending package covers 48 F-35 fighter jets and a spare engine, according to The New York Times.
🔹 🕵️ Chinese espionage fears: Internal US intelligence assessments reportedly warn that China could obtain F-35 technology through espionage in Saudi Arabia or through its military and security cooperation with Riyadh.
🔹 🇨🇳 The China problem: A Pentagon Defense Intelligence Agency report reportedly highlighted Chinese military access to Saudi bases and the kingdom's use of Chinese telecommunications technology.
#USA #SaudiArabia #China #F35 #Military #Weapons #Geopolitics #BRICS #GlobalSouth #ThinkBRICS
Washington wants Saudi Arabia to fly America's most advanced fighter — while its own intelligence agencies fear Riyadh's deepening military ties with China could expose the technology.
🔹 ✈️ $24 BILLION DEAL: The pending package covers 48 F-35 fighter jets and a spare engine, according to The New York Times.
🔹 🕵️ Chinese espionage fears: Internal US intelligence assessments reportedly warn that China could obtain F-35 technology through espionage in Saudi Arabia or through its military and security cooperation with Riyadh.
🔹 🇨🇳 The China problem: A Pentagon Defense Intelligence Agency report reportedly highlighted Chinese military access to Saudi bases and the kingdom's use of Chinese telecommunications technology.
#USA #SaudiArabia #China #F35 #Military #Weapons #Geopolitics #BRICS #GlobalSouth #ThinkBRICS
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US House PASSES 'Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026'
Would expand sanctions on Russia, Iran, and Russian energy buyers
Bill now heading to Trump’s desk
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President Cyril Ramaphosa booked off from public engagements
President Cyril Ramaphosa booked off from public engagements
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Thu, 09/17/2026 - 09:55
17 Sep 2026
The Presidency wishes to advise that, due to ill health, President Cyril Ramaphosa is currently booked off from public engagements.
President Ramaphosa, who returned from the BRICS Summit in India on Monday, has been advised by his medical team to rest and recover.
Where possible, the President has asked the respective Ministers to represent him at sc... Read more »
President Cyril Ramaphosa booked off from public engagements
Vuyelwa
Thu, 09/17/2026 - 09:55
17 Sep 2026
The Presidency wishes to advise that, due to ill health, President Cyril Ramaphosa is currently booked off from public engagements.
President Ramaphosa, who returned from the BRICS Summit in India on Monday, has been advised by his medical team to rest and recover.
Where possible, the President has asked the respective Ministers to represent him at sc... Read more »
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President Cyril Ramaphosa booked off from public engagements | South African Government
The Presidency wishes to advise that, due to ill health, President Cyril Ramaphosa is currently booked off from public engagements. President Ramaphosa, who returned from the BRICS Summit in India on Monday, has been advised by his medical team to rest and…
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Ten thousand voices, one stage: International youth festival ends with grand musical spectacle in Ekaterinburg
In a arena glowing with 10,000 light-emitting diode wristbands, young delegates from 191 countries sang together in Russian, exchanged plush Cheburashka toys, and listened to messages from orbiting cosmonauts as the International Festival of Youth (IFY – 2026) concluded its main programme in Ekaterinburg.
The seven-day event, held from September 11 to 17 under the Youth and Children national project and organised by Tavrida.ART, brought together 10,000 participants. The closing ceremony was str... Read more »
In a arena glowing with 10,000 light-emitting diode wristbands, young delegates from 191 countries sang together in Russian, exchanged plush Cheburashka toys, and listened to messages from orbiting cosmonauts as the International Festival of Youth (IFY – 2026) concluded its main programme in Ekaterinburg.
The seven-day event, held from September 11 to 17 under the Youth and Children national project and organised by Tavrida.ART, brought together 10,000 participants. The closing ceremony was str... Read more »
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Ten thousand voices, one stage: International youth festival ends with grand musical spectacle in Ekaterinburg
In a arena glowing with 10,000 light-emitting diode wristbands, young delegates from 191 countries sang together in Russian, exchanged plush Cheburashka toys, and listened to messages from orbiting cosmonauts as the International Festival of Youth (IFY –…
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What does Venezuela think? Public opinion and the future between the country and the diaspora
The BRICS Policy Center (PUC-Rio) will host, on September 28 at 4 p.m., at its headquarters, the debate “What does Venezuela think? Public opinion and the future between the country...
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The BRICS Policy Center (PUC-Rio) will host, on September 28 at 4 p.m., at its headquarters, the debate “What does Venezuela think? Public opinion and the future between the country...
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What does Venezuela think? Public opinion and the future between the country and the diaspora - brq
The BRICS Policy Center (PUC-Rio) will host, on September 28 at 4 p.m., at its headquarters, the debate “What does Venezuela think? Public opinion and the future between the country...
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🌐 Indian and Russian army chiefs meet in Moscow as ties deepen
Indian and Russian army chiefs met in Moscow as the two countries with support for Russian origin military hardware top on the agenda Read Full Article at RT.com
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Indian and Russian army chiefs meet in Moscow as ties deepen
Indian and Russian army chiefs meet in Moscow as India and Russia expand military cooperation, with support for Russian-origin equipment and training on the agenda
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Is a global alliance made up of fierce geopolitical rivals actually capable of rewriting the world’s economic rulebook?
On paper, getting nations with deep internal friction to sit at the same table seems nearly impossible. Yet, the latest BRICS summit in New Delhi managed to produce a unanimous declaration—and a bold push toward trading in local currencies that bypasses traditional Western dominance.
Can an alliance this diverse really hold together for the long haul, or will internal tensions eventually split it apart?
Watch the breakdown to see where the global financial order might be heading next, then drop your take in the comments: https://youtu.be/X69tf6-_po8
#BRICS #GlobalPolitics #Geopolitics
On paper, getting nations with deep internal friction to sit at the same table seems nearly impossible. Yet, the latest BRICS summit in New Delhi managed to produce a unanimous declaration—and a bold push toward trading in local currencies that bypasses traditional Western dominance.
Can an alliance this diverse really hold together for the long haul, or will internal tensions eventually split it apart?
Watch the breakdown to see where the global financial order might be heading next, then drop your take in the comments: https://youtu.be/X69tf6-_po8
#BRICS #GlobalPolitics #Geopolitics
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The Alliance That Shouldn’t Work (And Why It Just Did)
Why did mainstream analysts predict the collapse of this alliance? Discover why BRICS, the coalition reshaping the Global South, Dedollarization, and the Multipolar World Order, is succeeding against all odds.
In this exclusive conversation on Think BRICS…
In this exclusive conversation on Think BRICS…
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How BRICS creates new development opportunities for Global South
In the past two decades, BRICS has brought tangible benefits to the Global South with a series of mechanisms that introduce alternative financial resources, foster industrial and technological innovation and amplify its voice in global governance.
Economic gain is one of the major ways in which Global South countries benefit from the BRICS mechanism, and a number of African countries that are part of the "greater BRICS" have already witnessed what the platform can bring.
Ethiopia, who officially... Read more »
In the past two decades, BRICS has brought tangible benefits to the Global South with a series of mechanisms that introduce alternative financial resources, foster industrial and technological innovation and amplify its voice in global governance.
Economic gain is one of the major ways in which Global South countries benefit from the BRICS mechanism, and a number of African countries that are part of the "greater BRICS" have already witnessed what the platform can bring.
Ethiopia, who officially... Read more »
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How BRICS creates new development opportunities for Global South
In the past two decades, BRICS has brought tangible benefits to the Global South with a series of cooperation mechanisms that introduce alternative financial resources, foster industrial and technological innovation and amplify its voice in global governance.
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Russia interested in holding sports competitions in Africa — Lavrov
Russia is keen to host sporting events — the BRICS Games, the World Friendship Games and other events — in African countries. This was stated by the country’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on 17 September at the opening of the 4th Congress of the International Movement of Russophiles.
“We are keen to see as many countries as possible across Eurasia, Africa and Latin America take up the baton of hosting these competitions,” he said.
The Russi... Read more »
Russia is keen to host sporting events — the BRICS Games, the World Friendship Games and other events — in African countries. This was stated by the country’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on 17 September at the opening of the 4th Congress of the International Movement of Russophiles.
“We are keen to see as many countries as possible across Eurasia, Africa and Latin America take up the baton of hosting these competitions,” he said.
The Russi... Read more »
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Russia interested in holding sports competitions in Africa — Lavrov - African Initiative - news agency
Russia is keen to host sporting events — the BRICS Games, the World Friendship Games and other events — in African countries. This was stated by the country’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on 17 September at the opening of the 4th Congress of the Intern…
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🌐 Digital economy pushes Ghana’s GDP growth to 6% in Q2
Digital economy pushes Ghana’s GDP growth to 6% in Q2 Ghana’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by six per cent in the second quarter of 2026, driven largely by the digital economy. TV BRICS, a partne... Read more →
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Digital economy pushes Ghana’s GDP growth to 6% in Q2 Ghana’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by six per cent in the second quarter of 2026, driven largely by the digital economy. TV BRICS, a partne... Read more →
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Digital Economy Pushes Ghana’s GDP Growth To 6% In Q2 - News Agency Of Nigeria
Ghana’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by six per cent in the second quarter of 2026, driven largely by the digital economy.
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