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Flags of the USA and China separated by a crack, symbolizing the Pax Silica ultimatum and the choice between Washington and Beijing for 35 countries, including Kazakhstan

Pax Silica Ultimatum: US Demands 35 Countries Choose Between Washington and Beijing, Kazakhstan at the Heart of the Crisis

Politics 08/15/2026, 17:25
🚨 The US has issued an ultimatum to 35 countries: choose between Pax Silica and China. Kazakhstan is at the center of the crisis due to resources and dual membership. ⚡️ The US State Department demands that countries of the Global South (including Kazakhstan, Brazil, UAE) sever ties with the Chinese "Digital Silk Road" initiative or be excluded from the Pax Silica alliance. 🔹 Pax Silica is Trump's "technological NATO," controlling chips and minerals. 🔹 Kazakhstan, controlling 40% of uranium and rare metals, is in a vice grip: the US threatens to block oil exports. 🔹 The US goal is to create "resource hunger" for China to stop the development of its military AI. "To be part of everything is to be part of nothing," warns Washington. #XABinfo #Geopolitics #AI #Kazakhstan #PaxSilica
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Donald Trump and EU flags: Europe fears separate peace deal and pushes US to negotiate with Russia

Panic in Brussels: Europe Pushes Trump to Deal with Moscow, Fearing Winter Collapse and a Separate Peace

Politics 08/15/2026, 16:25
🇪🇺 Panic in Europe: Macron and Scholz push Trump to deal with Moscow, fearing "separate peace" and winter collapse. 🔍 NYT reveals true motives: Brussels fears that the US and Russia will agree "over the heads" of Europeans. ❄️ Main goal is not peace, but a pause: Europe wants a moratorium on strikes against energy infrastructure to avoid a wave of 3.5 million refugees. 🇬🇧 Britain changes course: Starmer forced to seek compromise due to a budget hole. 📉 Fear of "November Syndrome": EU panics ahead of US Congressional elections on November 3, 2026.
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Vladimir Putin in front of soldiers with 'Russian Army' bags: Kremlin's 2026 strategy of 'hunting people' instead of mobilization

Human Hunt Instead of Mobilization: The Guardian Reveals Kremlin's 2026 Strategy

Politics 08/15/2026, 16:20
🇬🇧 The Guardian has revealed the Kremlin's strategy for 2026: there will be no official mobilization, but the "human hunt" has intensified. 📉 Instead of a decree — hidden coercion: raids, debtors, and students. 💰 Recruiters use rumors of mobilization as marketing: "Sign a contract now while they are paying." 🔥 Losses of 30k per month require 409k new fighters. The plan is unfulfillable without pressure. 👉 The Kremlin fears a repeat of 2022, but the war requires resources. #Russia #War #Mobilization
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Schematic image of the aftermath of the 'Flamingo' strike on Samara, showing the destruction of key nodes of the rocket system

The 'Nervous System' of Rockets Destroyed: How the 'Flamingo' Strike on Samara Paralyzed Russia's Space Program

Politics 08/15/2026, 15:52
🚀 Strike on 'Roscosmos': 'Flamingo' Missiles Destroy Electronics Workshop in Samara On August 15, 2026, Ukrainian Defense Forces delivered a powerful strike on RSC 'Progress'. FP-5 missiles hit Building 106A — the heart of 'Soyuz-2.1b' rocket production. This threatens to paralyze Russia's space program and the 'Rassvet' project. 🔥 Simultaneously, the 'Savasleika' airbase with 'Kinzhal' carriers was attacked. #Ukraine #Russia #Space #DefenseIndustry #Flamingo
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Young tourist couple with suitcases walking down a European street, symbolizing tourism flow amid Germany’s updated travel warnings for Ukraine ahead of Independence Day

Germany updates travel warnings for tourists in Ukraine: risk of intensified attacks ahead of Independence Day

Politics 08/15/2026, 14:47
🇩🇪 Germany has warned citizens of intensified Russian attacks in Ukraine ahead of Independence Day (August 24). Airspace is closed, assistance is limited. Apps, shelters, and registration on the crisis response list are recommended. July 2026 was the bloodiest month since the war began: 437 killed, 2,610 injured. #Ukraine #Germany #Safety #War2026
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UN's 'Slow Death': Trump Annexes Strait of Hormuz, While Grossi Prepares a Coup at Headquarters

UN's 'Slow Death': Trump Annexes Strait of Hormuz, While Grossi Prepares a Coup at Headquarters

Politics 08/15/2026, 13:57
🚨 The UN has acknowledged its powerlessness against Trump's plan to annex the Strait of Hormuz. While Trump builds a "steel wall" and prepares Americans for rising gas prices, IAEA head Grossi has criticized the organization for its "slow death" amidst the election race for the Secretary-General post. 📉 Shipping in the strait has fallen to a historic low. #UN #Trump #Hormuz #Grossi #Geopolitics
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Walter Elias, Emmanuel Macron, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy discuss E3's independent plan for Ukraine

Europe against the 'conspiracy' of Washington and Moscow: E3 forms an independent plan for Ukraine

Politics 08/15/2026, 13:37
🇪🇺 France, Germany, and the UK are creating their own negotiation format for Ukraine (E3), fearing that the US and Russia may strike a deal without European participation. 🇬🇧 London is acting cautiously to avoid damaging relations with Donald Trump. 🇷🇺 Moscow is intensifying its rhetoric ahead of elections, refusing negotiations. 🇵🇱 Poland and the Baltic states do not fully trust the "Troika" to protect their interests. #Ukraine #Europe #Politics #Diplomacy
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Blonde woman in an office covering her face with her hand, next to text about a fine for using Russian at work in Kyiv

Fine up to 5100 hryvnias for a work call: Kyiv university department head held accountable for using Russian

Politics 08/15/2026, 13:33
🇺🇦 A protocol was drawn up against a university employee in Kyiv for using Russian during a work call. 📝 The head of a department at one of the universities was fined up to 5100 hryvnias. The incident occurred during a phone call with an applicant, which was recorded on a dictaphone. ⚖️ This is part of a large-scale campaign to control language in education before the new academic year. Messenger chats are now also under scrutiny.
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Flag of Iran against a brick wall — symbol of sovereignty in response to Trump’s threats over the Strait of Hormuz

«Neither by tweet nor by aircraft carrier»: Iran responds sharply to Trump's plan to annex the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 08/15/2026, 13:28
🚨 Escalation in the Strait of Hormuz: Iran responds to Trump's threat of annexing the strait. The Deputy Head of the Iranian MFA called the statements about capturing the strait «nonsense». Trump at a rally in New York promised to declare the strait US territory after the «defeat» of Iran. The situation has reached a boiling point: oil prices are hitting records, and global shipping is paralyzed. #Iran #Trump #Hormuz #Oil #War
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Thick black smoke rises into the sky over the industrial zone of Samara, where the main Russian rocket center is located, after an attack by FP-5 'Flamingo' missiles.

Space knockout for the Kremlin: FP-5 'Flamingo' missiles paralyze Russia's main rocket center in Samara

Politics 08/15/2026, 13:23
🚀 'Space knockout' for the Kremlin: Ukrainian FP-5 'Flamingo' missiles struck the SRC 'Progress' in Samara. A fire engulfed the main shop where 'Soyuz' rockets and satellites for 'Rassvet' are assembled. Simultaneously, the 'Savasleika' airfield and the terminal in Ust-Luga were attacked. Zelenskyy confirmed the strike: 'The long-range sanctions plan is being executed'. 🔥🇺🇦 #Samara #Roscosmos #Flamingo #War
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Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu during a meeting in the Oval Office of the White House

"Bibi is his own worst enemy": Trump refuses to support Netanyahu 75 days before Israeli elections

Politics 08/15/2026, 13:12
🇺🇸🇮🇱 **Trump refuses to support Netanyahu 75 days before Israeli elections** US President Donald Trump is withholding approval of Benjamin Netanyahu's candidacy. The reasons are the Prime Minister's failing ratings and his refusal to support the peace plan for Gaza. 📉 **Key facts:** • Netanyahu risks losing his parliamentary majority (forecast: 49–53 seats instead of 61). • The favorite of the race is Gadi Eisenkot (51% chance). • Netanyahu's advisors lied to Trump about victory in the Oval Office, undermining trust. • Trump stated: "Bibi is his own worst enemy." 🔥 **Conflict:** Israel rejected the 15-point peace plan for Gaza. Washington responded: "Gaza is our show, not his." #Israel #Trump #Elections2026 #Netanyahu
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