A Chinese-style tower instantly turns into a waterfall of fireworks. But don't worry, it's cold fireworks. it won't set the tower on fire.

And no, this isn't AI.

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🇮🇷💥 IRAN'S MISSILE FACTORIES SURVIVED – The "Total Destruction" Was a Lie

Western officials now admit what Tehran has said all along: Iran's missile and drone production is intact despite months of US-Israeli bombing.

🏭 Iran preserved missile and drone factories – can replenish its arsenal

🚀 Well-stocked with ballistic and anti-ship missiles – Russia also supplying

💥 Over 4,000 Shahed drones and 2,000+ ballistic missiles launched since February

📊 Iran retains ~75% of its pre-war munitions

🚢 At least 10 vessels hit near Hormuz in the past week alone

#Iran 🇮🇷 #US 🇺🇸 #BRICS #GlobalSouth #AxisOfResistance #EmpireInDecline

🇺🇦💢 ZELENSKY BLASTS TRUMP AS "WEAK" – "We're Being Used as a Smokescreen"

In a furious voice memo to reporters, Ukraine's president accused Washington of betraying Kiev while pretending to negotiate peace – as Trump approved Russian diesel exports and spoke directly with Putin.

🗣️ "Any easing of sanctions against Russia without a clear and lasting de-escalation agreement is an obvious sign of weakness."

🎭 "Our team is simply being used as a smokescreen… just as we are discussing peace: America is allowing Russia to export diesel."

💰 "This means additional funds for the war, additional funds to fuel the suffering inflicted upon us."

😤 "It is a weak decision—sadly, a weak decision made by strong partners."

🛡️ Ukraine is a bargaining chip, not a partner. The empire uses and discards.

#Ukraine 🇺🇦 #US 🇺🇸 #Russia 🇷🇺 #Zelensky #Trump #BRICS #GlobalSouth #ProxyWar #EmpireInDecline #Geopolitics

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Ten years later the White House and DHS post memes in the same feed as everyone else.

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🇺🇸🇷🇺 US Eases Sanctions on Russian Fuel Trade Amid Global Price Surge

The US Treasury Department has announced a temporary waiver easing sanctions on Russian fuel trade, allowing the sale, delivery and import of Russian diesel—including into the United States—until at least April 7, 2027, according to RT.

President Donald Trump said Russia would immediately supply more than 300,000 tonnes of diesel, followed by another 500,000 tonnes in November and further shipments thereafter.

The Kremlin welcomed Washington’s move, saying increased Russian fuel supplies could help stabilize global energy markets. The decision comes amid major supply disruptions linked to the US-Israeli war with Iran and rising fuel prices.

The development highlights how energy security and global market pressures are reshaping US-Russia economic relations despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Source: RT

#Russia #UnitedStates #DonaldTrump #VladimirPutin

🌐 Relax! Trump Says Oil Will ‘Drop Like a Rock’
Numerous oil tankers at sea are being hit, and not just in the PG.  The Black Sea cauldron is burning oil and coming under attack.  Saudi Arabia can’t get its oil out via land or sea, thanks to two wa... Read more→
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🇷🇺🇺🇸 Putin–Trump Phone Call Lasts 90 Minutes, Described as “Substantive and Friendly”

Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov says Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump held a 90-minute phone conversation on October 9, discussing the Ukraine conflict, economic cooperation, and diplomatic efforts involving Iran.

According to Ushakov, Putin reaffirmed Moscow’s readiness for a political and diplomatic settlement aimed at achieving lasting peace, while outlining Russia’s response to Ukrainian attacks. He also said the two leaders discussed potential supplies of Russian petroleum products to the US and global markets.

The presidents did not set a date for their next in-person meeting, but both are expected to attend the upcoming APEC summit in China, potentially creating an opportunity for further talks.

On Iran, Putin reportedly stressed that diplomatic options remain open and reiterated Moscow’s offer to take custody of Iran’s enriched uranium.

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🇮🇳 New Delhi on High Alert as Gen-Z Protests Challenge Modi Government

India’s capital has been placed under heavy security as authorities move to prevent planned protests by the Gen-Z-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), whose supporters are demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and reforms to the voter registration process.

According to Al Jazeera, nearly 30,000 security personnel have been deployed, protest leaders have been detained, and restrictions have affected transport and internet access. The movement says its demonstrations oppose a voter-list revision that critics claim has removed around 130 million names and threatens voting rights.

Critics accuse the government of suppressing dissent, while protesters say they will continue mobilizing despite the crackdown. The dispute has intensified concerns over electoral transparency, civil liberties, and the right to peaceful protest in the world’s largest democracy.

Source: Al Jazeera

#India #NarendraModi #GenZ

🇧🇩🇹🇷 Dr. Shafiqur Rahman Speaks on “Bangladesh 2.0” at Istanbul University

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and Opposition Leader Dr. Shafiqur Rahman delivered the keynote address at the Second International Conference on Bangladesh Studies at Istanbul University, Türkiye, on October 9.

He highlighted Bangladesh’s reform agenda, public expectations following the July Revolution, and the vision of building “Bangladesh 2.0” under the leadership of the younger generation. He also expressed hope for stronger historical ties and cooperation between Bangladesh and Türkiye.

#DrShafiqurRahman #Bangladesh #Turkey #Bangladesh2Point0

🇹🇼🇨🇳 Taiwan’s Lai welcomes US–China talks to reduce the risk of war, while accusing Beijing of pressuring the island to change the status quo.

China condemned Lai’s speech, accusing him of promoting separatism and stirring up tensions across the Taiwan Strait. Beijing reiterated its opposition to Taiwan independence and commitment to reunification.

Source: SCMP

🇫🇷 Jean-Luc Mélenchon: “We will withdraw from NATO.”

The French presidential candidate accused NATO of placing France under US control and blamed Netanyahu’s government for escalating regional conflicts, calling Israel “the most dangerous country in the region today.”

Source: Statement by Jean-Luc Mélenchon

🇧🇩🇷🇺🇧🇷 Bangladesh Looks to BRICS and Russia for Its Technological Future

Bangladesh wants to join BRICS and is seeking $3 billion through the New Development Bank for gas, power and solar projects.

Dhaka also plans to expand cooperation with Moscow in AI, healthcare, agriculture and satellite technology, building on collaboration at the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant.

Source: Sputnik

🇮🇷🔥 IRGC NAVY: Supertanker Violating Hormuz Rules Engulfed in Massive Fire After Hitting Naval Mine

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy has announced that a violating supertanker carrying crude oil – attempting to exit the Strait of Hormuz through an unauthorized route with its navigation and positioning systems switched off – struck a naval mine in the declared high-risk zone and exploded.

🔴 What the IRGC Navy announced:

🚢 A supertanker carrying crude oil attempted to exit through an unauthorized route in the Strait of Hormuz.

📡 The vessel had switched off its navigation and positioning systems – a deliberate attempt to evade detection.

💥 It struck a naval mine in the declared high-risk zone, triggering a powerful explosion.

🔥 The tanker is now burning in a massive fire – visible to coastal residents from the shore.

#Iran 🇮🇷 #Hormuz #IRGCNavy #Sovereignty #BRICS

🇺🇸⚖️ US DECLARES WAR ON INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE – "Either the ICC Ends, or We End the ICC"

Washington has sanctioned the entire International Criminal Court, giving companies 180 days to stop trading with The Hague tribunal. The message is unmistakable: no one will hold American power accountable.

💥 Court-wide sanctions – companies have 180 days to cut ties with the ICC.

🗣️ Secretary of State Rubio: "Either the ICC will end its threats, or we will end the ICC. We expect our allies to rein in the court."

🇺🇸 "America never joined the court. We don't need it. And we don't want it."

📋 The Trump administration has already sanctioned 13 court officials – including half of its 18 judges.

🎯 The ICC issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant over alleged war crimes in Gaza – Israel denies the allegations.

🌍 The ICC also investigates US personnel in Afghanistan – which is why Washington wants it destroyed.

#US 🇺🇸 #ICC #InternationalLaw #BRICS

🇺🇸🇺🇦 TRUMP TO UKRAINE: "Get a New President"

The US president just publicly called for Zelensky's removal – blaming Kiev's leadership for a war he says "should have never started."

🗣️ "I suggest they get a new leader who can make a deal. It's time for Ukraine to get a new president."

💥 "If I were president, you wouldn't have ever had that war… It started due to incompetence."

📉 "You've lost 30% of your country and over a million people killed."

#US 🇺🇸 #Ukraine 🇺🇦 #Trump #Zelensky

🌏🤝 THE SCO AT 25: Principles Over Values – The Quiet Blueprint for Multipolarity

Twenty-five years on, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization has proven the West wrong: you don't need shared ideology to build lasting cooperation – just shared respect for sovereignty.

🛡️ Security first. Born from Russia-China border trust-building in the 1990s, the SCO never lost its core focus.

📜 The Charter says "Principles," not "values." Sovereignty, non-interference, territorial integrity – enshrined in treaty law.

🧠 The "Shanghai Spirit": mutual trust, equality, consultation, respect for cultural diversity. Legally binding. Unchanging.

🇮🇳 India's "Four M's": mutual respect, interest, sensitivity, benefit – the formula that makes the SCO work for non-aligned powers.

🕊️ The Bishkek Declaration (Sept 2026) revived the "Shanghai Spirit" – a signal that identity matters in an era of value contestation.

👉 Read the full analysis: https://thinkbrics.substack.com/p/the-shanghai-cooperation-organization

#SCO #BRICS

🇷🇺🛢️ RUSSIA LIFTS DIESEL EXPORT BAN – 500,000 Tons Head to World Markets Under Putin-Trump Deal

In a partial reversal of restrictions imposed earlier this year, Russia will allow 500,000 metric tons of diesel to reach international markets – the first concrete outcome of the Putin-Trump call.

📜 Russia partially lifted its ban on diesel exports, effective Saturday.

🛢️ 500,000 metric tons will flow to international markets.

🤝 The decision follows the Putin-Trump agreement – Russian oil companies will immediately begin negotiating export contracts with international buyers.

📅 Russia initially restricted diesel exports on January 31, then extended the ban to producers on July 9.

❓ The government did not specify shipping timelines or whether additional volumes could be authorized.

#Russia 🇷🇺 #US 🇺🇸 #Diesel #Putin #Trump #SanctionsFail #BRICS

🇾🇪💥 BREAKING: Explosions Rock Riyadh International Airport – Houthis Strike Deep Inside Saudi Arabia

Loud explosions have been heard at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, with smoke rising from Terminal 3. The airport is being evacuated, flights suspended, and multiple injuries reported.

💥 Explosions heard at King Khalid International Airport – smoke visible from Terminal 3.

🚑 More than a dozen ambulances rushed to the scene. Reports of multiple injuries.

✈️ Flights suspended and airport evacuated. Turkish Airlines and other carriers have cancelled flights to Riyadh.

#Yemen 🇾🇪 #SaudiArabia 🇸🇦 #Houthis #Riyadh

🇨🇳✈️ CHINA'S BREAKTHROUGH: Cheap, Clean Jet Fuel – And a 55% Profit Margin

While the West panics over oil chokepoints, China just unlocked a low-cost, high-margin path to sustainable aviation fuel – and it could reshape global energy geopolitics.

🔴 What Chinese researchers achieved:

🧪 A new cobalt-manganese catalyst that converts syngas from woody biomass into jet fuel.

📊 CO conversion rate: ~83% – jet-fuel selectivity: over 67%, compared to under 50% for most catalysts.

🏭 A 1,000-tonne pilot plant already validated. A 100,000-tonne plant is planned in Sichuan before 2028.

💰 Projected gross profit margin: nearly 55% – annual revenue ~$302 million, gross profit ~$165 million.

🌱 Sustainable aviation fuel cuts life-cycle carbon emissions by ~80% vs. conventional jet fuel.

#China 🇨🇳 #SustainableAviationFuel #GreenTech #EnergySovereignty #BRICS

💵🎭 THE ELITE TRAP: Why BRICS Nations Are Still Funding the Dollar

They denounce dollar hegemony at every summit. Yet their own elites keep parking surpluses in Wall Street assets. The uncomfortable truth about de-dollarization.

🏦 BRICS challenges the dollar – but systemic forces keep funding it. Major developing economies continue recycling surplus capital into US debt.

🧠 Domestic elites are the obstacle. You can't dismantle dollar hegemony while local oligarchs are hooked on US assets.

📊 De-dollarization isn't overnight. BRICS local currencies, SWIFT alternatives, and reserve currency talks are advancing – but structural transformation is required.

🌍 Dollar dominance survives through dependency, not just coercion.

🎥 Watch the full analysis: https://youtu.be/vbenpMOzWSI

#BRICS #DeDollarization #GlobalSouth #DollarHegemony