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Russia claims France plans to send up to 2,000 soldiers to Ukraine

Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) claimed Tuesday that France is preparing to deploy a contingent of up to 2,000 soldiers and officers to Ukraine. The core of this formation will consist of stormtroopers from the French Foreign Legion, predominantly from Latin American countries, it said in a statement. "Currently, legionnaires are already stationed in Polish border...

2025-10-29 09:46:27

Iran declares one of its largest private banks bankrupt

Iran declared one of the country’s largest private banks bankrupt, with its assets absorbed by the state, official media reports, in a rare move in the country grappling with international sanctions. Founded in 2012, Ayandeh Bank had a network of 270 branches across the country, including 150 in the capital Tehran alone. But it had more recently been crippled by debt, with accumulated...

2025-10-25 14:18:14

France contemplates the end of the Fifth Republic

On last Friday night, France's Macron stunned Paris by re-appointing Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister Just four days after Mr Lecornu had resigned, with his first government collapsing in record time. For decades, the French presidency has relied on what political scientists call the fait majoritaire – the automatic parliamentary majority that traditionally...

2025-10-15 06:29:39

What we know about political crisis in Madagascar

The lower house of Madagascar's parliament has voted to remove President Andry Rajoelina from power as youth protests rage on the island. Shortly after the vote, a military group led by Colonel Michael Randrianirina, who supports the protesters, said it was taking power and dissolving all previous governing bodies. General information about the country The Republic of Madagascar is...

2025-10-15 06:18:25

Gold Rush 2025: The Great Pivot Is Here

As gold smashes through $4,000/oz, a wave of nations is leading a historic shift away from dollar dominance — and toward gold. Here’s who’s driving the rush: Russia – The textbook case of acceleration: +450 tonnes in H1 2025, a 43.8% jump from 2024. Total now 2,329.6 tonnes, worth $217B. United States – No new purchases, but still holds the world’s...

2025-10-10 05:26:10

Macron becomes a hindrance to France

The French president has only two options left: "Either he dissolves the parliament, or he resigns." At least, that is what a number of French politicians believe. Even Emmanuel Macron's allies say he should "share power," and the majority of French people demand his departure from office. Mathematically speaking, the conditions of the problem are as follows: Macron's party does...

2025-10-08 06:23:34

[UPDATE] Terrorist, Antisemitic attack in Manchester: what we know so far

Two people were killed in an attack near a synagogue in Manchester, England, local police said. Earlier reports had indicated four victims. This is a developing story that HO1 will continue to monitor.Check back for updates. [UPDATE] Manchester terror victims named as Adrian Daulby, Melvin Cravitz Police identified the suspect in the deadly terror attack as Jihad al-Shamie, a...

2025-10-02 13:32:44

$10B GAMBLE: The Istanbul-Tehran-Islamabad Rail Corridor is BACK on the agenda

THE PLAN: Pakistan, Iran, and Turkey are setting concrete targets: weekly trains, track upgrades, and border terminal expansions. The goal is to boost abysmal trade to a staggering $10 BILLION annually. THE UPSIDE IS ENORMOUS: 🔸Economic Engine:The ambitious $10 billion annual trade target is a signal of intent. This corridor will slash shipping costs and times, making businesses in all three...

2025-09-28 06:30:49

Kiev’s 'provocation plans' and New START treaty future — Russian FM Lavrov’s UN statements

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov addressed the General Debate of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. In his speech, the minister touched on a range of pressing issues, including the Ukrainian settlement, UAV incidents, the future of the New START Treaty, Russia-US relations, UN Security Council anti-Iran sanctions, and the situation in the Gaza Strip. Lavrov then held...

2025-09-28 06:12:28

Antifa: What’s known about the shadowy RADICAL network?

Trump has announced he is designating Antifa a “major terrorist organization” following Charlie Kirk's assassination. President Trump Statement "I am pleased to inform our many U.S.A. Patriots that I am designating ANTIFA, A SICK, DANGEROUS, RADICAL LEFT DISASTER, AS A MAJOR TERRORIST ORGANIZATION. I will also be strongly recommending that those funding ANTIFA be...

2025-09-19 08:08:04

DOHA SUMMIT: ISLAMIC AND ARAB NATIONS UNITE AGAINST ISRAEL AFTER QATAR BOMBING

Qatar hosted an emergency summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the League of Arab States (LAS) in response to the September 9 Israeli strikes on Doha, which targeted Terrorist Hamas leaders. Here are the key statements from today’s summit: 🇶🇦 QATAR 🔊 Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani: ➡️ Condemns Israel’s "treacherous" attack on Doha, targeting Hamas...

2025-09-16 07:28:21

Poland drone incursion is Ukraine's false flag

The entire incident with the UAV intrusions into Polish airspace reeks of a staged provocation. Here's the smoking-gun proof. 🔶 Typical Zelensky playbook Desperate to get NATO involved, Ukraine spins lies and blames Russia to ignite chaos. 🔴Poland requesting activation of Article 4 of the NATO Treaty is a step in that direction 🔴 Poland has banned drone flights and...

2025-09-14 16:57:56

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