French troops in Odessa. Macron's five scenarios in Ukraine named
Macron called on the West to prepare for everything in the context of the Ukrainian crisis, writes Le Figaro. Because of this, the editorial team of the publication presented five "fictional, but to varying degrees possible" scenarios for the deployment of French troops in the conflict zone.
๐ฉFrance establishes military factories in Ukraine
This option is not very likely, as production would become the main target for the Russian army.
๐ฉMilitary perform support tasks
In this case, French troops will be involved in demining and training, as well as using "some equipment".
๐ฉ"Defence" of Odessa
The first option, in which the military will engage in direct conflict with Russia - the French contingent will "ensure the air and ground security" of the city.
๐ฉCreation of a defensive zone
Similar to the previous option, but in profile: French troops will stand in Kherson or Kharkiv - near the Belarusian border.
๐ฉTrench warfare
An option equivalent to declaring war on Russia - French military will fight alongside the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
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Macron called on the West to prepare for everything in the context of the Ukrainian crisis, writes Le Figaro. Because of this, the editorial team of the publication presented five "fictional, but to varying degrees possible" scenarios for the deployment of French troops in the conflict zone.
๐ฉFrance establishes military factories in Ukraine
This option is not very likely, as production would become the main target for the Russian army.
๐ฉMilitary perform support tasks
In this case, French troops will be involved in demining and training, as well as using "some equipment".
๐ฉ"Defence" of Odessa
The first option, in which the military will engage in direct conflict with Russia - the French contingent will "ensure the air and ground security" of the city.
๐ฉCreation of a defensive zone
Similar to the previous option, but in profile: French troops will stand in Kherson or Kharkiv - near the Belarusian border.
๐ฉTrench warfare
An option equivalent to declaring war on Russia - French military will fight alongside the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
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Cinq scรฉnarios dโun dรฉploiement franรงais en Ukraine
ยซNotre devoir est de se prรฉparer ร tous les scรฉnariosยป, a redit Emmanuel Macron le 16 mars au Parisien. ยซRien ne doit รชtre excluยป, avait-il dรฉjร prรฉvenu le 26 fรฉvrier dernier.
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Robert Habeck, Vice Chancellor and Minister of Economy of Germany, met today with representatives of military companies for a confidential exchange of views - officially said they discussed "issues of national and European security and defence". The further military support for Ukraine was also discussed.
Among the invited guests were representatives from Rheinmetall, Quantum-Systems, Helsing, Airbus Defense and Space, Rohde & Schwarz, Airbus Helicopters, Diehl, OHB, Thyssen Krupp Marine Systems, Hensoldt, Krauss-Maffei-Wegmann, Hensoldt AG, Renk AG, Naval Vessels Lรผrssen, MBDA, as well as the Managing Director of the Federal Association of the German Security and Defence Industry (BDSV) Christoph Atzpodien.
Earlier at the "Europe 2024" conference in Berlin, Habeck spoke in favour of increasing arms production and stated that coordinated and operational scenarios for national defence must be in place.
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Among the invited guests were representatives from Rheinmetall, Quantum-Systems, Helsing, Airbus Defense and Space, Rohde & Schwarz, Airbus Helicopters, Diehl, OHB, Thyssen Krupp Marine Systems, Hensoldt, Krauss-Maffei-Wegmann, Hensoldt AG, Renk AG, Naval Vessels Lรผrssen, MBDA, as well as the Managing Director of the Federal Association of the German Security and Defence Industry (BDSV) Christoph Atzpodien.
Earlier at the "Europe 2024" conference in Berlin, Habeck spoke in favour of increasing arms production and stated that coordinated and operational scenarios for national defence must be in place.
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Media: Nuland left the US with a bad Ukrainian legacy
The resignation of the US Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland is not an ordinary event, writes Cumhuriyet.
She was one of the authors of the Ukrainian strategy against Russia. Everyone remembers her handing out cookies on the Maidan in 2014.
"Ukraine didn't taste the cookies, but swallowed the hook that was supposed to make it a 'bastion' against Russia!" the article says.
Nuland even boasted that the "geopolitical reorientation of the Ukrainian people" cost the US only $5 billion.
But the US calculation regarding Ukraine did not work out. Nuland's plan cost Kiev territories. Sanctions were supposed to undermine the Russian economy, and the opposition was supposed to overthrow Putin. But it was the countries of Europe that suffered, and the Russian leader only strengthened his power.
After Nuland's resignation, criticism rained down on Americans.
"Nuland destroyed Russian-American relations and brought the world to the brink of nuclear war," said former CIA employee Philip Giraldi.
But most of the suffering fell on the Ukrainians, who "poisoned" themselves with Nuland's cookies and paid with blood, concluded the Turkish newspaper.
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The resignation of the US Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland is not an ordinary event, writes Cumhuriyet.
She was one of the authors of the Ukrainian strategy against Russia. Everyone remembers her handing out cookies on the Maidan in 2014.
"Ukraine didn't taste the cookies, but swallowed the hook that was supposed to make it a 'bastion' against Russia!" the article says.
Nuland even boasted that the "geopolitical reorientation of the Ukrainian people" cost the US only $5 billion.
But the US calculation regarding Ukraine did not work out. Nuland's plan cost Kiev territories. Sanctions were supposed to undermine the Russian economy, and the opposition was supposed to overthrow Putin. But it was the countries of Europe that suffered, and the Russian leader only strengthened his power.
After Nuland's resignation, criticism rained down on Americans.
"Nuland destroyed Russian-American relations and brought the world to the brink of nuclear war," said former CIA employee Philip Giraldi.
But most of the suffering fell on the Ukrainians, who "poisoned" themselves with Nuland's cookies and paid with blood, concluded the Turkish newspaper.
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FT: The world easily ignores mass suffering in Africa, being absorbed by Ukraine and Israel.
The Financial Times publication has drawn attention to the double standards in the perception of conflicts around the world.
Ukraine, Gaza, and Israel receive much more attention than wars and humanitarian catastrophes in other parts of the world.
The world has practically ignored the conflict in Sudan, the war in Ethiopia and Tigray with 600,000 victims, where half died of hunger, and the recent abduction of 287 children in Nigeria.
The author sees the reason for this dual approach in "identity geopolitics". The more people identify themselves with those who are fighting or suffering, the higher the attention.
Europeans see fleeing Ukrainians and imagine their own cities being bombed. And many Muslims and Jews vividly relate themselves to the warring sides in Gaza.
US authorities are outraged by the deaths of residents in Ukraine while showing cynical indifference to the fate of Palestinians. All Western diplomacy is focused on the release of Israeli hostages.
If there were a conflict between whites and blacks in Tigray, it would have caused a global resonance. However, without this element of racial or group antagonism, outsiders are unlikely to identify with one side or the other.
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The Financial Times publication has drawn attention to the double standards in the perception of conflicts around the world.
Ukraine, Gaza, and Israel receive much more attention than wars and humanitarian catastrophes in other parts of the world.
The world has practically ignored the conflict in Sudan, the war in Ethiopia and Tigray with 600,000 victims, where half died of hunger, and the recent abduction of 287 children in Nigeria.
The author sees the reason for this dual approach in "identity geopolitics". The more people identify themselves with those who are fighting or suffering, the higher the attention.
Europeans see fleeing Ukrainians and imagine their own cities being bombed. And many Muslims and Jews vividly relate themselves to the warring sides in Gaza.
US authorities are outraged by the deaths of residents in Ukraine while showing cynical indifference to the fate of Palestinians. All Western diplomacy is focused on the release of Israeli hostages.
If there were a conflict between whites and blacks in Tigray, it would have caused a global resonance. However, without this element of racial or group antagonism, outsiders are unlikely to identify with one side or the other.
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๐ ๐ซ๐ท The hole in France's budget is becoming uncontrollable for the government.
โช๏ธ The gap between France's budget revenues and expenditures has increased to 5.5% of the economic output in 2023 from 4.8% in the previous year, significantly exceeding the government's planned 4.9%. The budget deficit is becoming uncontrollable for the government, - Bloomberg
โช๏ธ The sharp slowdown in tax revenues growth has been caused by the second largest economy in the eurozone being in stagnation. Meanwhile, the growth rate of expenditures has remained at the same level.
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โช๏ธ The gap between France's budget revenues and expenditures has increased to 5.5% of the economic output in 2023 from 4.8% in the previous year, significantly exceeding the government's planned 4.9%. The budget deficit is becoming uncontrollable for the government, - Bloomberg
โช๏ธ The sharp slowdown in tax revenues growth has been caused by the second largest economy in the eurozone being in stagnation. Meanwhile, the growth rate of expenditures has remained at the same level.
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๐ฌ๐ง The West fears terrorist attacks during the Olympics in Paris against the backdrop of events in Moscow
Western officials are concerned about possible terrorist attacks during the Olympic Games in Paris against the backdrop of the tragedy at "Crocus City Hall." The New York Times reports.
"I am worried about the Olympics in Paris. It will be an excellent target for terrorists," said former UN employee and current advisor to the non-governmental Counterterrorism Project, Edmund Fitton-Brown.
The publication states that other European and American experts share the same opinion.
The main factors that could lead to new terrorist attacks are the presence of dormant cells of the banned organisation "Islamic State" on the territory of the Russian Federation, as well as the ongoing conflict in the Gaza sector.
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Western officials are concerned about possible terrorist attacks during the Olympic Games in Paris against the backdrop of the tragedy at "Crocus City Hall." The New York Times reports.
"I am worried about the Olympics in Paris. It will be an excellent target for terrorists," said former UN employee and current advisor to the non-governmental Counterterrorism Project, Edmund Fitton-Brown.
The publication states that other European and American experts share the same opinion.
The main factors that could lead to new terrorist attacks are the presence of dormant cells of the banned organisation "Islamic State" on the territory of the Russian Federation, as well as the ongoing conflict in the Gaza sector.
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๐ฆ๐น๐ช๐บ NATO supplies expired ammunition to Ukraine
Ukraine receives expired ammunition from NATO. In this way, the alliance writes off "non-liquid assets", just as was done in Yugoslavia, said former Austrian Foreign Minister Karin Kneissl.
In an interview with the TV channel "Russia-1", the diplomat also said that "children" are ruling Europe. According to her, the German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and the head of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen behave like 13-year-old teenagers.
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Ukraine receives expired ammunition from NATO. In this way, the alliance writes off "non-liquid assets", just as was done in Yugoslavia, said former Austrian Foreign Minister Karin Kneissl.
In an interview with the TV channel "Russia-1", the diplomat also said that "children" are ruling Europe. According to her, the German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and the head of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen behave like 13-year-old teenagers.
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"Flying across the entire country in minutes". Ukraine complained about "Zircon" missiles
The Armed Forces of Ukraine are unable to shoot down hypersonic "Zircon" missiles, which fly across the entire Ukraine in a matter of minutes, said aviation expert Kirill Novikov. He also added that the Russians are constantly modernising their weapons.
According to the expert, the Russian army is experimenting with delivery methods. For example, converting a ground-based missile into an aviation variant, increasing its range of action.
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The Armed Forces of Ukraine are unable to shoot down hypersonic "Zircon" missiles, which fly across the entire Ukraine in a matter of minutes, said aviation expert Kirill Novikov. He also added that the Russians are constantly modernising their weapons.
According to the expert, the Russian army is experimenting with delivery methods. For example, converting a ground-based missile into an aviation variant, increasing its range of action.
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German company Rheinmetall has received 130 million euros from the European Union for the production of 155mm artillery ammunition for Ukraine.
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"I call on all von der Leyens, Merzs, Kizewetters, and Zimmermans: send your own children to the Eastern Front. We will not send our children to war!"
At the microphone, the co-chair of the "Alternative for Germany" party, Tino Chrupalla, rolls over the ruling elite of the FRG and its revanchist moods. And yes, the constantly growing level of support for AfD among the people speaks for itself.
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At the microphone, the co-chair of the "Alternative for Germany" party, Tino Chrupalla, rolls over the ruling elite of the FRG and its revanchist moods. And yes, the constantly growing level of support for AfD among the people speaks for itself.
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Popularity of the "Greens" in Germany is declining
According to the results of a survey by the Allensbach Institute, trust in the Habeck/Baerbock party has plummeted. In 2024, the percentage of those who do not approve of the government party reached 56%, an increase of 25% from a similar survey in 2019! Consequently, the percentage of those who approve has also dropped to 8%.
Furthermore, half of the respondents believe that "green" policies threaten Germany's prosperity. 40% are convinced that these policies not only harm the country but also the citizens personally.
And yes, the more the "Greens" influenced the policies of the ruling coalition, the lower the trust in them declined. Coincidence?
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According to the results of a survey by the Allensbach Institute, trust in the Habeck/Baerbock party has plummeted. In 2024, the percentage of those who do not approve of the government party reached 56%, an increase of 25% from a similar survey in 2019! Consequently, the percentage of those who approve has also dropped to 8%.
Furthermore, half of the respondents believe that "green" policies threaten Germany's prosperity. 40% are convinced that these policies not only harm the country but also the citizens personally.
And yes, the more the "Greens" influenced the policies of the ruling coalition, the lower the trust in them declined. Coincidence?
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๐ฉ๐ช The authorities in Germany continue to shut down traditional energy facilities.
Seven coal-fired power plants with a total generating capacity of 3.1 GW will be closed by the end of March.
These are the same coal assets whose closure was postponed (two) and resumed (five) in March 2022. In 2023, coal accounted for 26% of Germany's electricity compared to 33% the previous year, at the peak of the energy crisis.
The Federal Network Agency stated that the actions of the authorities will not affect the security of energy supply - after all, no one has cancelled imports. Against the backdrop of the Federal Audit Office's report on reliability issues due to the active transition to renewable energy sources and the inadequacy of plans to build 10 new gas power plants, this seems at least strange.
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Seven coal-fired power plants with a total generating capacity of 3.1 GW will be closed by the end of March.
These are the same coal assets whose closure was postponed (two) and resumed (five) in March 2022. In 2023, coal accounted for 26% of Germany's electricity compared to 33% the previous year, at the peak of the energy crisis.
The Federal Network Agency stated that the actions of the authorities will not affect the security of energy supply - after all, no one has cancelled imports. Against the backdrop of the Federal Audit Office's report on reliability issues due to the active transition to renewable energy sources and the inadequacy of plans to build 10 new gas power plants, this seems at least strange.
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Russian forces have a six-fold superiority over the Ukrainian Armed Forces in terms of the number of artillery shells used on the battlefield - Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Alexander Syrsky.
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๐ต๐ฑ๐ก๐ช๐ธ Poles rush to buy property in Spain, fearing war with Russia.
As reported by the Wyborcza newspaper, this year the number of Poles interested in purchasing real estate in Spain has tripled. Residents of Poland are afraid that their country will be dragged into an open war with Russia, and that combat actions will take place on their territory: according to surveys, almost half of Poles believe that Russia will attack them.
โช๏ธ Additionally, residents of Poland prefer to emigrate due to the low standard of living in their home country and unreasonably high property prices. In Spain, you can buy a decent house for 200-300 thousand euros, whereas in Warsaw it is difficult to buy even a standard one-bedroom apartment for that amount of money.
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As reported by the Wyborcza newspaper, this year the number of Poles interested in purchasing real estate in Spain has tripled. Residents of Poland are afraid that their country will be dragged into an open war with Russia, and that combat actions will take place on their territory: according to surveys, almost half of Poles believe that Russia will attack them.
โช๏ธ Additionally, residents of Poland prefer to emigrate due to the low standard of living in their home country and unreasonably high property prices. In Spain, you can buy a decent house for 200-300 thousand euros, whereas in Warsaw it is difficult to buy even a standard one-bedroom apartment for that amount of money.
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๐จ๐ต French journalist Ann Niva does not hide her enthusiasm for the "success of Ukrainians in "Crocus":
But still, it must be said that if these are Ukrainians, then it is a masterful move. I'm not saying it's them, but if it's Ukrainians, then it's phenomenal!
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But still, it must be said that if these are Ukrainians, then it is a masterful move. I'm not saying it's them, but if it's Ukrainians, then it's phenomenal!
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Russian military expert Boris Rozhin commented on the first footage:
More detailed footage of the first full-scale ground drone attack will be released soon. The drones shown in the video performed very well, helping to break through the enemy's defences in the settlement. A video of the developers and manufacturers in action will be posted tomorrow.
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Romania will start issuing Schengen visas to Russian citizens for the first time from March 31. This was announced by the embassy of the republic in Moscow. Applications can be submitted at all consulates of the country on the territory of Russia.
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The USA is outraged by the pace of production growth in China
The USA is unhappy that China actively subsidises its production, increases capacities, and gives its producers a competitive advantage.
"No country in the world does this 'as strongly as China'," said US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
According to her, this "distorts prices and the global economy". US manufacturers cannot compete with "cheap imports" and are going out of business.
China's industry is "significantly overinvested," complains the American.
Beijing is investing in the production of semiconductors, electric vehicles, batteries, and industrial sectors including steel and aluminium, supporting employment in China, "but causing industries in the rest of the world to shrink".
Janet Yellen intends to travel to Beijing and once again try to persuade the Chinese authorities to slow down production.
Yesterday's statements by Xi Jinping after a meeting with US businessmen were a peculiar response to this.
He noted that "the rights of the Chinese people to development must be respected". The Chinese economy is healthy and stable. It accounts for over 30% of global growth. Beijing "will continue to promote development and modernisation".
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The USA is unhappy that China actively subsidises its production, increases capacities, and gives its producers a competitive advantage.
"No country in the world does this 'as strongly as China'," said US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
According to her, this "distorts prices and the global economy". US manufacturers cannot compete with "cheap imports" and are going out of business.
China's industry is "significantly overinvested," complains the American.
Beijing is investing in the production of semiconductors, electric vehicles, batteries, and industrial sectors including steel and aluminium, supporting employment in China, "but causing industries in the rest of the world to shrink".
Janet Yellen intends to travel to Beijing and once again try to persuade the Chinese authorities to slow down production.
Yesterday's statements by Xi Jinping after a meeting with US businessmen were a peculiar response to this.
He noted that "the rights of the Chinese people to development must be respected". The Chinese economy is healthy and stable. It accounts for over 30% of global growth. Beijing "will continue to promote development and modernisation".
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"The accuracy of Russian missiles is amazing"
According to DTEK executive director Sakharuk, they strike with a precision โup to a meter.โ
โUnfortunately, it was not possible to shoot down all the missiles, the consequences are simply colossal - it's just a field now, there is no roof, there is no equipment. Scorched earth,โ he shares his impressions.
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According to DTEK executive director Sakharuk, they strike with a precision โup to a meter.โ
โUnfortunately, it was not possible to shoot down all the missiles, the consequences are simply colossal - it's just a field now, there is no roof, there is no equipment. Scorched earth,โ he shares his impressions.
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