EU Studies Use of Russian Central Bank Assets to Rebuild Ukraine
➖Legal experts tasked to look into possible options, people say
➖Focus is on how to seize part of frozen $300 billion reserves
The European Union is studying the feasibility of using billions of euros worth of Russian central bank assets already frozen by member states to help with Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts, according to people familiar with the matter.
The discussions are at an early stage and legal experts have been recently tasked to look into possible options, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing confidential matters. Assessing whether or how to take control of the assets is extremely complex and potentially legally fraught.
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➖Legal experts tasked to look into possible options, people say
➖Focus is on how to seize part of frozen $300 billion reserves
The European Union is studying the feasibility of using billions of euros worth of Russian central bank assets already frozen by member states to help with Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts, according to people familiar with the matter.
The discussions are at an early stage and legal experts have been recently tasked to look into possible options, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing confidential matters. Assessing whether or how to take control of the assets is extremely complex and potentially legally fraught.
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EU Studies Use of Russian Central Bank Assets to Rebuild Ukraine
The European Union is studying the feasibility of using billions of euros worth of Russian central bank assets already frozen by member states to help with Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts, according to people familiar with the matter.
How Russia Sees U.S. Sanctions
It is the macroeconomic course of Western nations, and above all the United States, that has become the root cause of most of the current problems.
by Anatoly Antonov (Russian ambassador in the USA)
In the last few days, the attention of officials and experts in the United States and other Western countries again focused on the implementation of the so-called Istanbul Agreements. And Russia, which suspended its participation in the mechanism for several days, is once more being accused of provoking a humanitarian crisis and famine in developing countries.
However, no one seems to take note that the reason for our decision, which has since been reversed, was an attack on the ships and port infrastructure in Sevastopol by Ukrainian drones. The assault was set up in such a way that it exploited the corridor for Ukrainian grain exports. In such circumstances, how could our specialists guarantee the safety of civilian ships along this route?
However, our arguments fell on deaf ears. The State Department and the U.S. Permanent Mission to the United Nations stated that they see no justification for our decision to suspend participation in the grain agreements. Their claim that such a move on our part leads to widespread famine is repeated again and again like a mantra.
The fact that only a fraction of grain shipments under the deal reached truly vulnerable nations is being widely disputed. Another fact, that if it were not for the sanctions Russia could cover a significant part of food shortages, is being hushed up. All the while our readiness to immediately send up to 500,000 tons of grain and 300,000 tons of fertilizers to the poorest countries is being criticized as “too little, too late.”
Meanwhile, the West continues to call the special operation in Ukraine—which they themselves provoked—the main source of the multiple crises in the global economy. They directly link the rise in prices and deterioration of energy and food security to our country’s actions.
However, if you look at it, it is the macroeconomic course of Western nations, and above all the United States, that has become the root cause of most of the current problems. Washington categorically refuses to accept the transition towards a polycentric system of international relations.
On the contrary, against the background of tectonic shifts, accompanied by the degradation of institutions and the erosion of the principles of collective responsibility, the United States is trying to shape the world according to its own “uniquely true” standards. Washington continues to insist on its “God-given” privilege to replace international law with “rules” invented by some unknown party.
At the same time, the United States with persistence worthy of better application is ignoring diplomacy and the United Nations Charter by trying to “punish” those who disagree with its approaches and to intimidate everyone else. Trampling the basic and seemingly sacred postulates of free trade, competition, and the inviolability of private property, they have imposed various restrictions and initiated commercial wars. They do not hesitate to interfere in the internal affairs of other countries.
The number of sanctions rounds, as well as absolutely illegitimate unilateral restrictions, is already incalculable. Only the “blacklists” related to Russia include more than 2,500 persons. Vague sectoral and trade restrictions constantly supplement direct bans.
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It is the macroeconomic course of Western nations, and above all the United States, that has become the root cause of most of the current problems.
by Anatoly Antonov (Russian ambassador in the USA)
In the last few days, the attention of officials and experts in the United States and other Western countries again focused on the implementation of the so-called Istanbul Agreements. And Russia, which suspended its participation in the mechanism for several days, is once more being accused of provoking a humanitarian crisis and famine in developing countries.
However, no one seems to take note that the reason for our decision, which has since been reversed, was an attack on the ships and port infrastructure in Sevastopol by Ukrainian drones. The assault was set up in such a way that it exploited the corridor for Ukrainian grain exports. In such circumstances, how could our specialists guarantee the safety of civilian ships along this route?
However, our arguments fell on deaf ears. The State Department and the U.S. Permanent Mission to the United Nations stated that they see no justification for our decision to suspend participation in the grain agreements. Their claim that such a move on our part leads to widespread famine is repeated again and again like a mantra.
The fact that only a fraction of grain shipments under the deal reached truly vulnerable nations is being widely disputed. Another fact, that if it were not for the sanctions Russia could cover a significant part of food shortages, is being hushed up. All the while our readiness to immediately send up to 500,000 tons of grain and 300,000 tons of fertilizers to the poorest countries is being criticized as “too little, too late.”
Meanwhile, the West continues to call the special operation in Ukraine—which they themselves provoked—the main source of the multiple crises in the global economy. They directly link the rise in prices and deterioration of energy and food security to our country’s actions.
However, if you look at it, it is the macroeconomic course of Western nations, and above all the United States, that has become the root cause of most of the current problems. Washington categorically refuses to accept the transition towards a polycentric system of international relations.
On the contrary, against the background of tectonic shifts, accompanied by the degradation of institutions and the erosion of the principles of collective responsibility, the United States is trying to shape the world according to its own “uniquely true” standards. Washington continues to insist on its “God-given” privilege to replace international law with “rules” invented by some unknown party.
At the same time, the United States with persistence worthy of better application is ignoring diplomacy and the United Nations Charter by trying to “punish” those who disagree with its approaches and to intimidate everyone else. Trampling the basic and seemingly sacred postulates of free trade, competition, and the inviolability of private property, they have imposed various restrictions and initiated commercial wars. They do not hesitate to interfere in the internal affairs of other countries.
The number of sanctions rounds, as well as absolutely illegitimate unilateral restrictions, is already incalculable. Only the “blacklists” related to Russia include more than 2,500 persons. Vague sectoral and trade restrictions constantly supplement direct bans.
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How Russia Sees U.S. Sanctions
It is the macroeconomic course of Western nations, and above all the United States, that has become the root cause of most of the current problems.
Turkish Foreign Ministry commented on the process of Finland and Sweden joining NATO
Turkish Foreign Minister Cavusoglu: Finland and Sweden have not met the conditions for NATO membership
ISTANBUL, November 3 - RIA Novosti, Vugar Hasanov. Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said that Finland and Sweden have not yet fulfilled all the conditions put forward by Ankara for their membership in NATO.
Finland and Sweden against the background of the events in Ukraine on May 18 handed over to the NATO Secretary General an application for joining the alliance. At first, Turkey blocked the start of the process of considering these applications, but on June 29, Turkey, Sweden and Finland signed a security memorandum that takes into account all of Ankara's concerns. Turkey, in turn, withdrew its objections to the entry of these two European countries into NATO. As of October 6, 28 countries out of 30 have already made a positive decision on the admission of northern countries to NATO, with the exception of Turkey and Hungary.
"We see some positive steps, in particular, the lifting of the arms embargo and changes in legislation. But this is not the fulfillment of all conditions," Cavusoglu said at a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg on Thursday in Istanbul.
According to him, Ankara expects sustainable steps from Stockholm and Helsinki.
"There are no problems with Finland, but both the NATO Secretary General and these countries themselves want joint entry into the alliance, they do not share the process ... We hope for a positive outcome of the negotiations," the head of the Turkish foreign ministry said.
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Turkish Foreign Minister Cavusoglu: Finland and Sweden have not met the conditions for NATO membership
ISTANBUL, November 3 - RIA Novosti, Vugar Hasanov. Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said that Finland and Sweden have not yet fulfilled all the conditions put forward by Ankara for their membership in NATO.
Finland and Sweden against the background of the events in Ukraine on May 18 handed over to the NATO Secretary General an application for joining the alliance. At first, Turkey blocked the start of the process of considering these applications, but on June 29, Turkey, Sweden and Finland signed a security memorandum that takes into account all of Ankara's concerns. Turkey, in turn, withdrew its objections to the entry of these two European countries into NATO. As of October 6, 28 countries out of 30 have already made a positive decision on the admission of northern countries to NATO, with the exception of Turkey and Hungary.
"We see some positive steps, in particular, the lifting of the arms embargo and changes in legislation. But this is not the fulfillment of all conditions," Cavusoglu said at a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg on Thursday in Istanbul.
According to him, Ankara expects sustainable steps from Stockholm and Helsinki.
"There are no problems with Finland, but both the NATO Secretary General and these countries themselves want joint entry into the alliance, they do not share the process ... We hope for a positive outcome of the negotiations," the head of the Turkish foreign ministry said.
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Глава МИД Турции Мевлют Чавушоглу заявил, что Финляндия и Швеция пока не выполнили все условия, выдвинутые Анкарой для их членства в НАТО. РИА Новости, 03.11.2022
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“The Democrats have thrown our border wide open, but the only border they care about is Ukraine, not the southern border of America. Under the Republicans, Ukraine will not get a penny! Our country is more important”: Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Green on the need to stop funding Kyiv.
"Not a penny to Ukraine" becomes an election slogan in the United States.
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“There are TWO genders: MEN AND WOMEN. Trust the Science!": U.S. Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Green hangs an educational poster in response to a transgender flag displayed in front of her office.
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❗️ It is no coincidence that it is declared jihad. Holy battle against the satanic West. In principle, if Ramzan Kadyrov finds the courage to speak about it openly, then we should not be shy. Yes, this is the final Orthodox apocalyptic battle of Holy Rus' against the Antichrist. This is the meaning of the special operation!
Alexander Dugin, Russian philosopher, on the Soloviev Live TV channel.
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The UN General Assembly voted to end the blockade of Cuba with the votes of 185 countries. Two countries (USA and Israel) voted against and 2 countries (Brazil and Ukraine) abstained.
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Roskosmos cosmonauts Sergei Prokopiev, Dmitry Petelin and Anna Kikina from the ISS congratulated the Russians on National Unity Day.
They recalled how many peoples live on the territory of Russia and what the future of the country depends on.
“Today it is our common holiday, because Russia is multinational. More than 190 different nationalities live on its territory. Historically, the strength of Russia lies in our unity. The future of our country depends on this. Happy holiday, dear compatriots,” said three Russian cosmonauts in turn.
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They recalled how many peoples live on the territory of Russia and what the future of the country depends on.
“Today it is our common holiday, because Russia is multinational. More than 190 different nationalities live on its territory. Historically, the strength of Russia lies in our unity. The future of our country depends on this. Happy holiday, dear compatriots,” said three Russian cosmonauts in turn.
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2022.10.30 News of the week
English subtitles
A new world order after the old hegemony. What are the consequences if Ukraine nevertheless bungles and detonates its "dirty bomb"? Russia warns against escalation? Ghost towns of Donbass: life returns. The warring France and Germany are trying to rebel against the United States.
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A new world order after the old hegemony. What are the consequences if Ukraine nevertheless bungles and detonates its "dirty bomb"? Russia warns against escalation? Ghost towns of Donbass: life returns. The warring France and Germany are trying to rebel against the United States.
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In the Gomel region, 1 km from the Belarusian-Ukrainian border, border guards spotted a quadcopter that was heading from Ukraine towards Belarus. The drone was forcibly taken down.
The contents of the discovered photos and videos indicate that the Ukrainian drone was used for training the dropping of explosive devices and conducting reconnaissance-Belarus Border Comitee (pictures and video are shown of those who commanded it, and what they were recording).
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The contents of the discovered photos and videos indicate that the Ukrainian drone was used for training the dropping of explosive devices and conducting reconnaissance-Belarus Border Comitee (pictures and video are shown of those who commanded it, and what they were recording).
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The strike of the Russian UAV-kamikaze "Lancet" on the boat "Gyurza" of the Ukrainian Navy. It has happened at the end of September, in Ochakov region, though the footage has become available only recently.
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Ambassador Andrei Kelin's interview to Mark Austin on Sky News (03.11.22)
Key points:
▪ The UK is in too deep in the conflict in Ukraine. Russia has the proof.
▪ Evidence of British participation in training Ukrainian troops for the attack against Black Sea Fleet in Sevastopol has been presented to Ambassador Deborah Bronnert…
▪ The UK is in too deep in the conflict in Ukraine. Russia has the proof.
▪ Evidence of British participation in training Ukrainian troops for the attack against Black Sea Fleet in Sevastopol has been presented to Ambassador Deborah Bronnert…
A source in the military-industrial complex revealed to RIA Novosti the real name of the Lancet drones: "Product-51" and "Product-52". In the photo - the basic version of the apparatus ("Izdeliye-52") with a warhead of 3 kg and two X-shaped wings. In the second image, a modernized drone ("Izdeliye-51") with a warhead reinforced to 5 kg and one X-shaped wing strikes a Ukrainian military boat.
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Russian loitering ammunition "Lancet" destroyed the American self-propelled guns "Paladin" in the Nikolaev-Krivoy Rog direction, the video of the defeat is at the disposal of RIA Novosti. The video also shows the destruction of the Ukrainian radar station.
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