Staff (2023-12-26). Will the Russians use tactical nuclear weapons in Ukraine? gilbertdoctorow.com Until a few days ago, I regularly dismissed as utterly fanciful and propagandistic in intent all suggestions in Western media that Russia might deploy nuclear weapons in their ongoing war on Ukraine. The notion was put forward by Washington in support of the narrative that Russia was losing the war and could 'go nuclear' to …

infobrics (2023-12-26). Ukraine has civil rights problems that relegate Russians to second-class status — US expert. infobrics.org Even after peace is achieved, as long as the Russian minority remains marginalized in Ukraine and as long as NATO expansion goes on, there will still be room for tension and conflict – internally and internationally. It is about time we have a wide and honest discussion about post-Maidan Ukraine.

Luis Linares Petrov (2023-12-26). Shoigu: Russian Armed Forces stopped the Ukrainian counteroffensive. plenglish.com Moscow, Dec 26 (Prensa Latina) The Russian Armed Forces accomplished the main task of 2023 by stopping the advance of the Ukrainian counteroffensive, stated the Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation, Sergei Shoigu.

aljazeera (2023-12-26). Ukraine-Russia war drags on into 2024. aljazeera.com Ukraine ends year disappointed by stalemate with Russia, and anxious about aid from allies.

aljazeera (2023-12-26). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 671. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 671st day, these are the main developments.

aljazeera (2023-12-26). Ukraine claims to have destroyed Russian ship in Crimea attack. aljazeera.com Air force says Crimea attack destroyed the Novocherkassk, which it said was being used to transport drones.

aljazeera (2023-12-26). Ukraine proposes lowering age for military conscription from 27 to 25. aljazeera.com Draft bill proposed as military looks for hundreds of thousands of new recruits in its fight to eject Russia.

yalensis (2023-12-26). Ukraine War Day #671: Celebrity Orgy Shocks Moscow! — Part I. awfulavalanche.wordpress.com "O impious table! spread by impious hands!" | John Wilson, City of the Plague | Dear Readers: | Russian soldiers on the front lines But yalensis, isn't this type of story beneath you?‚…

Drago Bosnic (2023-12-26). What Did Russia Destroy at Starokonstantinov Airbase? "High Priority Targets". SAM Systems Destroyed. globalresearch.ca

Luis Linares Petrov (2023-12-26). Strong ties between India and Russia reflect strategic convergece. plenglish.com New Delhi, Dec 26 (Prensa Latina) The Foreign Minister of India, Subrahmanyan Jaishankar stated that geopolitics and strategic convergence will always keep ties between India and Russia on a positive trajectory.

latintimes (2023-12-26). Kremlin Critic Navalny Moved To Arctic Penal Colony: Allies. latintimes.com Authorities transferred Russia's most prominent opposition politician to an isolated penal colony three months before a presidential vote expected to easily hand Vladimir Putin a fifth term.

Orinoco Tribune 2 (2023-12-26). Zionism and Africa. orinocotribune.com By Rosa Moro — Dec 24, 2023 | In their charm offensive in Africa, the Zionists exploit the image they want to sell around the world of being the legitimate representatives of the Jewish people. | Africa and the "Holy War" against Islam | Since its inception, "Israel" has sought allies and clients in Africa, as in the rest of the world. In 2017, it planned to hold an "Israel"-Africa summit in Togo, along the lines of summits in Europe, the US, Russia or China. "Israel" trumpeted that Netanyahu would meet with '25 African leaders', but in the end, the summit never took place because African leaders did not con…

presstv.ir (2023-12-26). Russian warship destroyed in deadly Ukrainian strike on Crimea. presstv.ir A Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's navy ship killed one and injured two at the Crimean port city of Feodosia, the defense ministry says.

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2023-12-26). The Houthis Take on the Empire. libya360.wordpress.com Renee Parsons While it is astounding that one small, feisty Arab tribe in the nation of Yemen has shown the mega-world how to creatively stand up to the Hegemon without threatening nuclear weapons, without initiating direct military conflict and yet achieve their goals — what is even more astounding is that the Houthis are not the least…

teleSUR, dcdc, JGN (2023-12-26). Putin asegura que Rusia fortalecerá su poderío naval. telesurtv.net El mandatario afirmó que cinco fragatas, ocho corbetas, 13 barcos lanzamisiles y más de 50 buques de diversas clases se encuentran en distintas fases de preparación.

Brian Berletic (2023-12-25). HOW RUSSIA BROKE UKRAINE FT. BRIAN BERLETIC | US-NATO RED SEA COALITION FALLS APART | XMAS EVE LIVE! thealtworld.com Stream starts In this special Christmas eve LIVE, we will get into the pressing geopolitical developments in Ukraine, West Asia (Gaza, Red Sea), plus much more! | Brian Berletic video cited:

_____ (2023-12-25). UN Security Council Adopts Resolution on Gaza Crisis. transcend.org 22 Dec 2023 – The UNSC has adopted a resolution on the ongoing crisis in Gaza, with 13 votes in favour, and the US and Russia abstaining. Among other points, it demands immediate, safe and unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance at scale directly to the Palestinian civilian population throughout the Gaza Strip.

infobrics (2023-12-25). Russia to Raise Gas Export to China via Eastern Route. infobrics.org Gazprom PJSC and China National Petroleum Corp. (CNPC) have agreed to increase the volume of Russian gas export to China through the Power of Siberia Pipeline next year…

infobrics (2023-12-25). Agbiz Optimistic About Market Expansion to New Brics Members. infobrics.org With more countries to become members of the Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (Brics) grouping, the South African agricultural industry will seek to deepen trade with these countries, particularly Saudi Arabia as a $20-billion importer of agricultural produce every year…

infobrics (2023-12-25). What did Russia destroy at Starokonstantinov airbase. infobrics.org Both Russian and Ukrainian milbloggers reported that the Starokonstantinov strike is associated with solid information about the appearance of "something very important at the airbase", which prompted the VKS to use its most dangerous air-launched missile that is generally reserved for such high-priority targets.

Juan M. Garcia (2023-12-25). Serbian president meets with Russian ambassador after riots. plenglish.com Belgrade, Dec 25 (Prensa Latina) Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and Russian Ambassador Alexander Botsan Kharchenko met on Monday at the head of State's residence, a day after opposition demonstrators tried to destabilize Belgrade.

ecns.cn (2023-12-25). Enthusiasts from China and Russia enjoy ice fishing in N China. ecns.cn The first ice fishing event in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region was held on Sunday on the banks of the Erguna River, which forms part of the border between China and Russia.

presstv.ir (2023-12-25). Russian official says apartment complex on fire after Ukraine's shelling in Donetsk. presstv.ir An official in Russian-controlled Donetsk says Ukraine fired shells that hit an apartment complex in Donetsk city on Tuesday.

Robert Hunziker (2023-12-25). COP28's Unrealistic Tripling of Nuclear Power. pressenza.com UN climate conferences since 1992 have failed to follow through with results, as CO2 emissions continue higher and higher with every passing year. In fact, post climate conference impact of adopted proposals has become something of an inside joke. The most recent conference, COP28, embraced nuclear power as a godsend challenging climate change. | "Triple Nuclear Power" still echoes throughout the halls of COP28. If one stands at the podium in the convention center now empty and listens intently, echoes reverberate "triple nuclear power" spewing out of red-faced maniacs from over 20 countries that committed to tri…

_____ (2023-12-25). David Krieger (27 Mar 1942 — 7 Dec 2023): A Life of Dedication to the Abolition of Nuclear Weapons. transcend.org Although David Krieger devoted his professional life to anti-nuclear scholarship and activism, his underlying motivations were for a world anchored in dignity for all, respect for international law, and a robust UN. Remembering my long, close, cherished friendship reinforces my sense of loss resulting from David's death. RIP…

Larry Johnson (2023-12-25). Washington Spins Tale to New York Times that Putin is Looking For An Escape Hatch. sonar21.com Let me make it clear up front — I believe the New York Times is reporting accurately what its sources told the three reporters in today's stunning article, This paragraph from the piece is a big red f…