(2022-01-19). US must abandon plans to supply arms to Ukraine. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 19 (MNA) — The United States should reaffirm its interest in the diplomatic resolution of tensions around Ukraine by refusing to supply weapons to Kiev, the Russian Embassy in Washington said in a statement…
(2022-01-19). Iran-Russia interaction to create security in region. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 19 (MNA) — Iran-Russia relations will prevent unilateralism in the world and create security in the region, said Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi before leaving for the Russian capital of Moscow on Wednesday.
(2022-01-19). Iranian President arrives in Moscow. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 19 (MNA) — The Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi arrived in Moscow a few minutes ago to meet with his Russian counterpart and was welcomed by senior Russian officials.
(2022-01-19). Incoming Pentagon fury: we should have armed Ukraine for war eight years ago. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Amid Russia crisis, Pentagon nominee criticizes Obama response to Crimea A top Pentagon pick for President Joe Biden has criticized the Obama administration's response to Russia's 2014 annexation of Crimea from Ukraine as "too slow and too incremental," at her confirmation hearing Thursday. GOP and Democratic members of the Senate Armed Services Committee grilled Celeste …
(2022-01-19). Secret senior State Department official: Russia could invade Ukraine through Belarus. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Though why it would go through a third country is anybody's guess. A Senior State Department Official on the Secretary's Upcoming Travel to Ukraine and Germany Moderator: [T]his briefing today is on background with a senior State Department official who will discuss Secretary Blinken's upcoming trip to Kyiv, Berlin, and an additional stop that has …
(2022-01-18). Iran absolutely right to ask for guarantees in Vienna talks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 18 (MNA) — Stating that some people don't want to learn lessons from the failed maximum pressure policy, the Russian diplomat said that Iranians are absolutely right when they ask for guarantees in Vienna talks.
(2022-01-18). Iran-Russia, closer than ever. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 18 (MNA) — According to the Russian state TV, President Vladimir Putin will receive his Iranian counterpart Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi in the coming week.
(2022-01-18). Ukraine explains possible reason for Russian invasion. rt.com 
Moscow could use "defense of citizens" as a pretext for escalation, Ukraine's leader has claimed | Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has sounded the alarm, saying that Russia could claim that it needs to protect its citizens in the war-torn Donbass as an excuse for military action beyond its borders. | Zelensky's office published the claim on its website on Tuesday, after a meeting between the Ukrainian leader and a group of American senators. The US lawmakers' visit was intended to reaffirm Washington's commitment to Kiev as leaders from both countries have warned that they fear an imminent Russian invas…
(2022-01-18). Lavrov praises Biden's Ukraine policy. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Current US administration is more realistic about Ukraine settlement — Lavrov Cf: Biden declares national emergency: U.S. and NATO brand Russia an international pariah The current US administration is more realistic about the settlement in Ukraine, including the special status of Donbass, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said at a news conference on Tuesday. The …
(2022-01-18). Kremlin 'Concerned' by 'Extremely Dangerous' Prospect of Delivery of Stingers to Ukraine. sputniknews.com British defence chief Ben Wallace announced Monday that London is supplying Kiev with weapons for "self defence" and small numbers of trainers to teach the Ukrainian army how to use them. US officials and lawmakers, meanwhile, have warned that they would back a Ukrainian "insurgency" with anti-armour and anti-air weapons if Russia invaded.
(2022-01-18). U.S. senators: We are in Ukraine to send clear message to Putin. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com U.S. senators: We are in Ukraine to send clear message to Putin Members of the U.S. congressional delegation arrived in Ukraine to send a clear warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin…. The senators stated this at a briefing in Kyiv on Monday, January 17…. "We want to send a message to Vladimir Putin that he …
(2022-01-18). Leading the charge, EU's Borrell accuses Russia of integrating "occupied territories" antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Kremlin's efforts aimed at integrating occupied territories of Ukraine — Borrell Following a visit to Ukraine, including to a line of contact in the conflict zone in the country's east, EU High Representative Josep Borrell expressed concern over Russia's attempts to push the temporarily occupied Donetsk and Luhansk regions away from Ukraine and de facto …
(2022-01-18). Polish Radio: Britain, Canada deploying more troops to Ukraine. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Canada, UK send troops to Ukraine amid Russian buildup: report Canada has deployed a small contingent of special forces operators to Ukraine to assist the government in Kyiv and help deter Russian aggression, the kresy24.pl website reported, citing Canada's Global News. Earlier UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace announced that a small contingent of British troops …
(2022-01-18). NATO plans to occupy Ukraine: Russian lower house chairman. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATO aims to occupy Ukraine, says Russian senior lawmaker The speculation over Moscow's alleged plans to invade Ukraine is part of an information campaign supporting NATO's advancement to Ukraine, Chairman of the Russian State Duma (lower house) Vyacheslav Volodin stated on Tuesday. "All this can be viewed as an information campaign on NATO's advancement to …
(2022-01-18). EU explains position on new Russia sanctions. rt.com 
Brussels will not impose pre-emptive measures in attempt to stop invasion of Ukraine | The EU's most senior diplomat Josep Borrell has ruled out the introduction of "preventive sanctions" against Russia over the situation in Ukraine, clarifying that any measures would only be implemented in case of an actual attack. | Borrell's comments come as tensions on the Russian frontier with Ukraine remain high and as Moscow stands accused of placing over 100,000 troops in the area in preparation for an invasion. The Kremlin has repeatedly denied these suggestions. | According to TASS, Borrell told the European Parliame…
(2022-01-18). While in Kiev, Canadian FM pledged support for Ukraine's wars present and to come. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Stefanishyna, Joly discuss strengthening military aid to Ukraine Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration of Ukraine Olga Stefanishyna and Canada's Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly discussed strengthening military assistance to Ukraine. "The parties discussed the issues of deterring Russia's armed aggression, supporting Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic aspirations, and cooperation between Ukraine and Canada in the …
(2022-01-18). Putin briefs strategic partner Aliyev on U.S., NATO talks. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Putin told Aliyev about talks with US, NATO on security guarantees for Russia — Kremlin See: Ukraine, Azerbaijan sign deal to strengthen strategic partnership Russian President Vladimir Putin in a phone call with his Azeri counterpart Ilham Aliyev discussed, among other things, the situation in Ukraine and Russia's talks with the US and NATO on …
(2022-01-18). Former Ukrainian President Poroshenko's dramatic return to fight 'treason' charges. rt.com 
The case is the latest in a series of prosecutions brought against high-profile politicians | Petro Poroshenko, who served as the president of Ukraine until 2019, is facing an acrimonious criminal prosecution on a string of charges, including treason, which could see him put behind bars for more than a decade if convicted. | The former leader, who is also one of the country's wealthiest oligarchs, returned to the country on Monday to face the allegations. Poroshenko, who has amassed an estimated $1.6 billion fortune from industries such as confectionery, denies the claims and has branded the prosecution politi…
(2022-01-18). German media on course for war against Russia. wsws.org The press spokesmen for German capitalism seem determined to wage its third war against Russia or the Soviet Union in little more than a century.
(2022-01-18). Official: NATO buildup makes Belarus-Russia combat readiness drills more necessary. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Belarus-Russia combat readiness exercise especially important today Conducting a snap combat readiness inspection of the regional grouping of troops (forces) of the Republic of Belarus and the Russian Federation will be an important event to ensure the security of the Union State, State Secretary of the Security Council Aleksandr Volfovich told the BelTA news agency …
(2022-01-18). Latvia moves troops to Belarusian, Russian borders; Finland, Sweden NATO members "in principle" antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Latvia steps up military presence in the east, says Defense Minister In response to the Russian activity in the Baltic Sea, Latvia has deployed professional units in Vidzeme and Latgale, whereas Sweden has stepped up its army presence in Gotland, Defense Minister Artis Pabriks told Latvian Television on January 17. He said out that cooperation …
(2022-01-18). UK Tory Party threatens war against Russia, prepares class war at home. wsws.org The Tory agenda is driven by a raging crisis of British and world imperialism that has been deepened immeasurably by the pandemic.
(2022-01-18). North Korea launched cyberattack against Russia – media. rt.com 
One employee's account was allegedly compromised | The North Korean hacker group APT37 attacked the Russian Foreign Ministry and its employees in late 2021 and subsequently compromised the account of a government employee, US information security experts have reported. | According to researchers at US cybersecurity companies Cluster25 and Black Lotus Labs, and later reported by Moscow daily Kommersant, a phishing campaign was targeted at the Ministry back in October. The researchers claim that some employees were sent archives of documents and asked to provide vaccination details, while others were fed with li…
(2022-01-18). Travel "Bridge" between Russia and Southeast Asia is being Restored. journal-neo.org 
Southeast Asia (SEA) is a vast territory surrounded by warm oceans and located in the equatorial, subequatorial, and tropical climatic zones. This geographical position provides suitable conditions for beach holidays and the creation of resorts. In addition to the warm climate, beautiful landscapes, exotic nature, and sea beaches, the countries of Southeast Asia have an …
(2022-01-18). The Afghan Syndrome and the Same Old Mistake of American Neoconservatives. journal-neo.org 
After the disgraceful flight of United States troops from Afghanistan, when the whole world watched with surprise and horror the nightmarish scenes at the airport, the rate at which the once-US-friendly government collapsed, giving way to the Taliban (banned in Russia), and experienced the tragic human stories of those Afghans who remained in the country, …
(2022-01-18). Ambassador to Minsk: Russia won't ignore NATO buildup on Belarusian border. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Ambassador: Russia will not turn blind eye to NATO military buildup near Belarusian borders Russia will not turn a blind eye to the NATO buildup near the borders of Belarus, Russian Ambassador to Belarus Boris Gryzlov said in an interview with the Russian news agency TASS. "We are closely watching what is happening, including the …
(2022-01-18). Japan claims sovereignty over Russian territory. rt.com 
Minister believes the southern part of the Kuril Islands is rightfully Japanese | Tokyo will not give up its claim that Russia's southern Kuril Islands in the Pacific Ocean are rightfully Japanese, and wants to reach a deal with Moscow to resolve the dispute, its foreign minister said on Tuesday. | Speaking at a press conference, Yoshimasa Hayashi responded to claims by his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov that Tokyo is refusing to recognize the results of the Second World War, when the Soviet Union took control of the Kuril Islands. | "Our sovereignty extends to the four Northern Islands," Hayashi said. "We…
(2022-01-18). NE China ports bustling with China-Europe freight trains. ecns.cn China's land ports of Manzhouli and Suifenhe on the China-Russia border have seen over 15,000 China-Europe freight trains since operations started in 2013, according to the China Railway Harbin Group Co., Ltd.
(2022-01-18). Turkey Eyes a Major Role in Africa through Arms Deals. journal-neo.org 
Armed with drones and active diplomacy, Turkey is slowly — but surely — charting a path for a major role for itself in Africa. While Russia has historically dominated African arms market with 49 percent of market share, Turkey's ambitious foray includes geo-political interests, especially with regards to how it sees itself as a natural …
(2022-01-18). Sweden Re-Establishes Yet Another Cold War-Era Regiment. sputniknews.com After decades of reduction of personnel and budgets, Sweden is seeing a protracted build-up that includes a number of Cold War-era units re-established and the arrival of forces in formerly demilitarised areas.
(2022-01-18). Upcoming Online Events Not to Miss. davidswanson.org January 19: VFP NYC Meeting. January 19: Foreign Policy Primer. January 22: TPNW Anniversary Events. January 29: Reducing the Threat of Nuclear War. February 19: Water Is Life. February 23: Debate: Can War Be Justified? February 24: Verses versus War. (link coming soon)…
(2022-01-18). Sweden Launches 'Drone Hunt' as More Objects Sighted Over Country's Nuclear Power Plants. sputniknews.com Following several sightings of drones above nuclear power plants and even the royal castle, the Swedish police and the Coast Guard are now investigating the Stockholm archipelago to established whether the drones could have come from the sea.
(2022-01-18). To nuclear-armed states: Nice talk, now walk the walk. zcomm.org We will not know how much influence we can have until we build our movement and use it to demand nuclear abolition…
(2022-01-18). Presidentes de Rusia e Irán se reunirán este miércoles. telesurtv.net Los mandatarios de Rusia e Irán aprovecharán el encuentro presencial para profundizar su cooperación bilateral.
(2022-01-18). New cargo train route between east China, Moscow opens. ecns.cn A new cargo train, loaded with 445 tonnes of goods, departed from Quanzhou, east China's Fujian Province and headed for Moscow Tuesday morning.
(2022-01-18). French Presidential Hopeful Zemmour Stands by His Remarks on Migrants After Fine for Hate Speech. sputniknews.com MOSCOW (Sputnik) – French presidential candidate Eric Zemmour said on Tuesday that he did not regret his remarks about isolated underage migrants, for which he was sentenced to a fine by a court for inciting racial hatred.