Monthly Archives: July 2024

2024-07-10: News Headlines

presstv.ir (2024-07-10). A tale of two cities: West condemns Kiev hospital blast as Israel bombs Gaza kids to smithereens. presstv.ir Canada and the US slam an alleged Russian strike on a children's hospital in the Ukrainian capital, while the West remains silent on Israeli genocide in Gaza.

Bloomberg (2024-07-10). From Xi to Modi to Kim, Russia's Putin is meeting a lot of world leaders for a global outcast. scmp.com Cast as an international pariah over Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Putin has made six foreign visits, even as his scope for travel has been limited since the ICJ issued an arrest warrant against him.

infobrics (2024-07-10). New Agenda of Russia-India Relations. infobrics.org In the previous decade and a half, Russian and Indian political and expert circles have shaped consistent narratives describing the present and future of bilateral relations…

newarab (2024-07-10). Russian theatre duo jailed over play about ISIS brides in Syria. newarab.com Leading figures in Monday's verdict by a

scorinoco (2024-07-10). Russia to Investigate Alleged Western Mercenary War Crimes in Ukraine. orinocotribune.com Russia's Investigative Committee has said it will probe war crimes allegedly committed by a mercenary unit fighting for Ukraine. The statement comes after the New York Times (NYT) claimed the so-called Chosen Company, led by a former US Army National Guard soldier, has committed multiple war crimes and executed Russian prisoners of war. | In one reported incident described by the NYT on Saturday, members of the so-called Chosen Company murdered a seriously injured Russian serviceman who was allegedly surrendering and pleading for help. | Investigators of the Russian Investigative Committee will look into more cri…

Ron Ridenour (2024-07-10). Stop the 'Lesser of Two Evils' Syndrome. counterpunch.org Liberals vote Democrat. Conservatives vote Republican. Most progressives vote Democrat. So has it been. That landscape is changing. This election debate revolves around "lesser of evils" as always, but the presidential candidates are more unpopular than ever. What issues matter most? Greater possibility for world war with nuclear weapons. Mother Earth enraged. Racism and inequality. Republican

Mike Whitney (2024-07-10). U.S. Plan to "Expand the War Beyond Ukraine": NATO Buildup in Finland Puts Hostile Anti-Russia Army on Putin's Doorstep. globalresearch.ca

Jeffrey Sachs (2024-07-10). What Russia proposed in Istanbul in March 2022. indybay.org Sachs writes that Russia has proposed negotiating security arrangements with the US for the fifth time since 2008. NATO, led by the US, has steadily expanded its alliance to the east, which has contributed to the current crisis in Ukraine. Putin's fourth offer of negotiations came in March 2022, which led to Russia and Ukraine almost concluding a peace agreement.

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2024-07-10). Russian Pacific Fleet ships conduct anti-submarine drills. plenglish.com Moscow, July 10 (Prensa Latina) The Pacific Fleet corvettes Rezky and Gromkiy on Wednesday conducted exercises to search for and destroy an enemy submarine in the East China Sea, the Russian Defense Ministry informed.

Germán Gorraiz López (2024-07-10). Will the Falklands again be a focus of conflict between Argentina and Britain? pressenza.com The former Argentine President, Lionel Fernandez in his visit to Putin offered him the possibility of being "the gateway to Latin America" and in his meeting with Xi Jinping, confirmed Argentina's adherence to the Belt and Silk Road Project, which could mean a staggering $24 billion in investments for Argentina and the end of its pivot in the orbit of the United States. | This set off alarms in the Biden administration who expressed concern over the growing presence of China and Russia in the country and in particular the possibility of China installing a joint military base with Argentina in Ushuaia in exchange…

presstv.ir (2024-07-10). Russia says destroyed multiple Ukrainian warplanes over past 24 hours. presstv.ir The Russian army conducted cluster strikes on Ukrainian military airports with high-precision weapons.

presstv.ir (2024-07-10). NATO summit: Biden announces plan to send Ukraine new patriot missile batteries. presstv.ir Biden has announced plans to supply new air defense systems to Ukraine in the coming months.

presstv.ir (2024-07-10). Russian military vessels dock in Venezuela. presstv.ir Russian military vessels arrive in Venezuela shortly after visiting Cuba.

ptcnews.tv (2024-07-10). PM Modi visit to Austria: PM receives ceremonial Guard of Honour in Vienna. ptcnews.tv PM Modi visit to Austria: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Austria on Wednesday (local time) after concluding his two-day visit to Russia.This is the first time an Indian Prime Minister has visited Austria in 41 years. In 1983, Indira Gandhi was the last PM to visit the country.PM Modi shared a post on X while announcing that he landed in Vienna adding that he cited this trip as a "special one." | Further, PM Modi expressed his enthusiasm for the various engagements planned during his visit, including high-level talks and interactions with Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer and the Indian community in Aust…

ptcnews.tv (2024-07-10). PM Modi in Austria, first visit by Indian Prime Minister in 40 years. ptcnews.tv PM Modi in Austria: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Vienna on Tuesday from Moscow for a two-day visit during which the two countries would discuss ways to strengthen their bilateral relationship and cooperate on a variety of geopolitical issues.It is the first visit by an Indian prime leader to Austria in almost 40 years, since Indira Gandhi in 1983.On Wednesday, Prime Minister Modi will meet with the President of the Republic of Austria, Alexander Van der Bellen, as well as Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer.The Prime Minister and Chancellor will also speak to business leaders from India and Austria.Ahea…

noreply (2024-07-10). OK, The Order of… smoothiex12.blogspot.com the Holy Apostle Andrew the First-Called. Well…Make your own conclusions–this is the highest state award of Russia… after the Hero of Russia.

WSWS (2024-07-10). NATO Summit will announce plans to set up NATO office inside Ukraine. wsws.org Sullivan's remarks, on the first day of the NATO summit, outlined the main agenda items of the three-day summit in Washington, which is expected to signal a major escalation of the conflict with Russia in Ukraine and plans to significantly increase NATO's capabilities to fight a full-scale war throughout Europe.

Jeff Farrell (2024-07-10). On the Ground With the 'Darth Vader' Drone Hunter Brigade in Ukraine. bylinetimes.com A purple laser light shines into a night sky that whines. But this is no pyrotechnic show. The whirring noise that sounds like a lawn mower comes from exploding drones that "It's there. I'm following it," a man shouts, his voice urgent. | A Browning M2 machine gun erupts and yellow streaks rip through the air forming a cluster of red dots in the abyss above where .50 calibre bullets tear into an Iranian-made Shahed drone. | Darth Vader brigade…

aljazeera (2024-07-10). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 866. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 866th day, these are the main developments.

Bloomberg (2024-07-10). Ukraine needs shells. South Korea has millions. Will a Nato summit deal deliver? scmp.com Ukraine needs an estimated 200,000 rounds a month, at least. North Korea is believed to have sent Russia nearly 5 million shells so far.

WSWS (2024-07-10). Washington summit will announce plans to set up NATO office inside Ukraine. wsws.org US national security advisor Jake Sullivan signaled a major escalation of the conflict with Russia in Ukraine and plans to significantly increase NATO's capabilities to fight a full-scale war throughout Europe.

aljazeera (2024-07-10). Russia blames war on NATO as it pounds Ukraine, demands territory for talks. aljazeera.com Moscow tells the world it is open to talks if Kyiv cedes territories Russia has invaded as NATO summit kicks off in US.

tn.ai (2024-07-10). Iran to Attend BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Russia. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf will take part in the 10th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Russia.

tn.ai (2024-07-10). Iran Exports 500 Tons of Catalysts to Russia: NPC chief. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran exported 500 tons of catalysts to Russia last year, the chief executive of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) said.

Reuters (2024-07-10). US intelligence official indicates Russia prefers Trump as 2024 election victor. scmp.com Russia is undertaking a 'whole of government approach' to influence the US election in November, official says.

Associated Press (2024-07-10). US disrupts Russian government-backed disinformation campaign that relied on AI. scmp.com Justice Department said operation used fake social media accounts enhanced by AI to covertly spread pro-Kremlin messages in US and abroad.

aljazeera (2024-07-10). Russia favours Trump win in 2024 election race, says US intelligence. aljazeera.com US intelligence assessments found Russia tried to influence campaigns to help Trump win in 2016, and 2020 against Biden.

aljazeera (2024-07-10). Russia court orders arrest of Navalny's widow, Yulia Navalnaya, in absentia. aljazeera.com Moscow court accused Navalnaya of participating in an 'extremist' group and she faces two months in jail if she returns.

Associated Press (2024-07-10). US disrupts Russian disinformation campaign that relied on AI technology. scmp.com Russian operation used fake social media accounts enhanced by artificial intelligence to spread pro-Kremlin messages, US says.

aljazeera (2024-07-10). 'We now face guns': Small-scale miners fear Wagner's advances in CAR. aljazeera.com Local miners in Central African Republic face eviction and violence as Russian group takes over gold and diamond mines.

theonion (2024-07-10). SATIRE: Megachurch Conducts Successful Nuclear Missile Test. theonion.com LAKELAND, FL—In what the evangelical congregation hailed as a significant step forward for its security capabilities, local megachurch Lakeland Liberty Fellowship confirmed Tuesday it had conducted a successful test of a nuclear missile. "Today's detonation of a 50-kiloton thermonuclear device should serve as a…

Reuters (2024-07-10). Russian court orders arrest of Alexei Navalny's widow, Yulia Navalnaya. scmp.com Court accuses widow of late Russian dissident Alexei Navalny of taking part in an 'extremist' group. She faces arrest if she enters Russia.

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2024-07-08: News Headlines

Greg Stoker (2024-07-08). Consent for War: Think Tanks and the Russia-Ukraine Conflict. mintpressnews.com Former US Special Forces Soldier Greg Stoker reveals how think tanks, heavily funded by the military-industrial complex, shape US foreign policy towards Russia, driving endless conflict for profit.

Nadia Mejjati, Waging Nonviolence. (2024-07-08). The Obsolescence Of War. popularresistance.org The proponents of war say that violence is necessary for "defense." But is that true? Humanity has learned how to wipe itself out in a matter of minutes with just a fraction of its nuclear weapons capability. Our atrocious culture of violence shows thousands of children killed in cold blood like a relentless horror film playing out on social media. We have invented killer-drones to undertake massacres without personally witnessing the horrors inflicted. In the face of our threatened extinction as a species, we must do better. That starts with seeing war for what it is. | War is grotesque. It represents the worst…

Editor (2024-07-08). Jul 8, 2024. sitrepworld.info André Rieu ft. Gheorghe Zamfir — The Lonely Shepherd 'My Life's Work Melting Before My Eyes,' by Scott Ritter Roger Waters — The Case Against Genocide, w/Craig Murray (Video) OMG Haaretz Is Hamas Propaganda Now! by Caitlin Johnston Europe Goes Antisemitic! by Kevin Barrett Senior Israeli Lawmaker Suggests Nuclear Attack on Iran, by Brett Wilkins "Our" Man in Israel, by Ted O'Keefe A hollow Palestinian state, by Muhannad Ayyash Resistance Recruits Thousands | Bibi's New Conditions | Haaretz: Hannibal Directive — Day 275-Pal Chron The New Desaparecidos: Israel and th…

infobrics (2024-07-08). Kiev still wants a new counteroffensive, but won't get it before Russia's own. infobrics.org Due to heavy casualties, the ratio of forces is now much closer to 1: 1, although the Kiev regime still maintains a slight advantage in numbers. However, the casualty ratio tells a different story. Standing at approximately 10: 1, it explains the massive reduction in the Neo-Nazi junta's numerical advantage. This indicates that any offensive potential of the Neo-Nazi junta forces is being chipped away, meaning that it will only get worse in the long run. Thus, the Kiev regime's best time for a counteroffensive is now.

infobrics (2024-07-08). India Explores Expansion of Nuclear Cooperation with Russia. infobrics.org An Indian delegation led by Atomic Energy Commission Chairman Ajit Kumar Mohanty was accompanied on a visit to the Siberian Chemical Combine (SCC) in Seversk in Russia's Tomsk region by Rosatom Director General Alexey Likhachev…

infobrics (2024-07-08). Hungary as a strong force for Europe's future. infobrics.org Viktor Orban's visit to Vladimir Putin is a milestone in European history and marks a new stage in Hungarian history.

Jorg Kronauer (2024-07-08). The end of omnipotence. indybay.org Russia is ready to start peace talks with Ukraine. ..What has been missing is the West's willingness to accept Ukraine's neutrality… As soon as the West is willing to recognize an end to its accustomed omnipotence, the global South — as was clearly evident in Astana — will be ready to engage in what would then be promising mediation efforts.

Kate Horgan (2024-07-08). A Declining Empire & Its Delusional Allies. projectcensored.org In the first part of the program, Eleanor Goldfield speaks with journalist and analyst Ben Norton about the ongoing proxy war between Russia and NATO happening in Ukraine, the US' bludgeoning of multiple peace deals, and the ultimately pointless struggle against a multipolar world. Ben also highlights the recent media…

_____ (2024-07-08). The Russell-Einstein Manifesto 69 Years Later. transcend.org 9 July 1955 – "In view of the fact that in any future world war nuclear weapons will certainly be employed, and that such weapons threaten the continued existence of mankind, we urge the governments of the world to realize, and to acknowledge publicly, that their purpose cannot be furthered by a world war, and we urge them, consequently, to find peaceful means for the settlement of all matters of dispute between them."

Reuters (2024-07-08). Russia foils Ukraine bid to hijack Tu-22M3 strategic bomber, security service says. scmp.com The FSB said Ukraine wanted to recruit a Russian military pilot to fly and land the aircraft by offering a 'monetary reward and the provision of Italian citizenship'.

Reuters (2024-07-08). Russia foils Ukraine bid to hijack Tu-22M3 strategic bomber, security service says. scmp.com Russia's FSB says Ukraine tried to make pilot defect with strategic bomber to Ukrainian-held territory.

ptcnews.tv (2024-07-08). Russian missile strike hits Ukrainian children's hospital, claiming over 20 lives. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: On Monday, Russian missiles attacked a children's hospital in Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, killing at least seven people. Meanwhile, another attack in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih claimed the lives of at least ten people.According to Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the president of Ukraine, the Russian bombardment of five Ukrainian cities with more than 40 missiles of various types damaged public infrastructure and residential complexes. | Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko reported that at least 20 people had died and about 50 had been injured in the nationwide assault that started on Monday morni…

ptcnews.tv (2024-07-08). PM Modi leaves for Russia; know what's on agenda. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Moscow for the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit on Monday at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin. This 2-day visit is Modi's first to Russia since Moscow invaded Ukraine in February 2022. His most recent visit to Russia was in 2019 when he attended an economic conclave in Vladivostok.

Agence France-Presse (2024-07-08). Zelensky vows retaliation as Russian missiles kill 36 in Ukraine, gut Kyiv children's hospital. scmp.com It was the biggest bombardment of Kyiv in several months. The daylight attacks included Kinzhal hypersonic missiles, one of the most advanced Russian weapons…

WSWS (2024-07-08). Eastern European workers in Offenbach, Germany support the fight to free Bogdan Syrotiuk: "I have respect for him" wsws.org A WSWS team spoke to workers from Poland, Russia, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Moldova and the former Yugoslavia about the campaign to free Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk.

aljazeera (2024-07-08). In Australia, energy crunch prompts a heated debate on going nuclear. aljazeera.com Australia's opposition leader has proposed building the country's first nuclear plants, but many are unconvinced.

Guest Contributor (2024-07-08). Gamers from the Russian regions spend hours playing Tetris to win international tournaments. globalvoices.org Tetris is 40 this year, but the Russian Tetris community is fairly newGlobal Voices Photo by Tom Tang on Unsplash. Used under an Unsplash…

greenleft.org.au (2024-07-08). Dutton's nuclear push heats up debate, energy prices, but won't cool the climate. greenleft.org.au

The Independent (2024-07-08). Uganda's nuclear power journey. independent.co.ug International expert mission reviews exploration plan to domestic nuclear power ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | A team of international uranium power experts has concluded an inaugural review of a Uganda's uranium production cycle. Led by experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the mission assessed the country's capabilities to develop their uranium exploration programme and eventually …

Wooyeal Paik (2024-07-08). Russia-North Korea pact is the price of China's 'strategic patience'. scmp.com As Russia peels away towards North Korea, China's naivety will cost dearly, not just for its own security but that of the world…

noemail (2024-07-08). Special and privileged strategic partnership between India and Russia has advanced over past 10 years: PM Modi ahead of visit to Moscow. devdiscourse.com

noemail (2024-07-08). I look forward to reviewing all aspects of bilateral cooperation with my friend President Vladimir Putin: PM Modi on visit to Russia. devdiscourse.com

syndication (2024-07-08). AW139 Nuclear Detection Helicopters Join Department Of Energy Fleet, Replace Bell 412s. twz.com

ptcnews.tv (2024-07-08). PM Modi arrives in Moscow for summit talks with Russia's Vladimir Putin. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: After arriving in Moscow on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his two-day state visit to Russia, followed by an Austrian visit. When the prime minister arrived at the Moscow airport, he was met with a guard of honour. | Denis Manturov, Russia's first deputy prime minister (1st DPM), welcomed Modi. Manturov is the deputy prime minister's senior, having hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping in Russia during his visit. In the same vehicle, the first DPM Manturov will drive PM Modi from the airport to the hotel.

syndication (2024-07-08). Ultralight Drone Hunting Planes Now In Use In Ukraine. twz.com Ukraine's unorthodox efforts to develop ways of defeating Russian drones have taken an apparent new turn, with the appearance of a ultralight airplane carrying a sharpshooter to intercept uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs). At this stage, few details about the concept are available, but it's notable that the aircraft in question — the Ukrainian-made Aeroprakt A-22 — is a type that we have seen in the past adapted as a one-way attack drone, something you can read more about

newarab (2024-07-08). Modi to meet Putin in Russia in first visit since Ukraine war. newarab.com The visit is Modi's first since

newarab (2024-07-08). Russia missiles kill 31 in Ukraine, hit Kyiv children's hospital. newarab.com Dozens of volunteers, doctors and rescue workers were digging through debris of a part of Okhmatdyt paediatric hospital…

presstv.ir (2024-07-08). Russia says destroyed multiple Ukrainian warplanes over past 24 hours. presstv.ir The Russian army conducted cluster strikes on Ukrainian military airports with high-precision weapons.

presstv.ir (2024-07-08). India's Modi in Russia, asserts two sides seek stable, peaceful region. presstv.ir India's prime minister began a two-day visit to Moscow to discuss the promotion of mutual relations with the Russian president.

presstv.ir (2024-07-08). Russian military vessels dock in Venezuela. presstv.ir Russian military vessels arrive in Venezuela shortly after visiting Cuba.

presstv.ir (2024-07-08). Iran's president-elect holds phone talks with Erdogan, Putin. presstv.ir Pezeshkian emerged victorious in the second round of the presidential vote on July 5.

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