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@Jerusalem_Post: RT by @mikenov: The decision to shut down Al Jazeera requires recertification every 45 days and includes shutting down Its broadcasts in Arabic and English, its offices in Israel, the equipment used for its broadcasts, and its websites. jpost.com/breaking-news/…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 5, 2024

The decision to shut down Al Jazeera requires recertification every 45 days and includes shutting down Its broadcasts in Arabic and English, its offices in Israel, the equipment used for its broadcasts, and its websites.https://t.co/qifEqdjPf4

— The Jerusalem Post (@Jerusalem_Post) May 5, 2024

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@SkyNews: RT by @mikenov: BREAKING: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s cabinet has voted to close Qatari television network Al Jazeera’s operations in Israel. Latest 🔗 trib.al/MaImFnJ 📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 5, 2024

BREAKING: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s cabinet has voted to close Qatari television network Al Jazeera’s operations in Israel.

Latest 🔗 https://t.co/XIeYFFinEd

📺 Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube pic.twitter.com/60UCf5uduR

— Sky News (@SkyNews) May 5, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@nexta_tv: RT by @mikenov: If Russia wins, the next second there will be no more security in Romania, Poland, Lithuania, or our country, French President Macron said He also said that “the power and range of Russian ballistic missiles puts us all at risk.”

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 5, 2024

If Russia wins, the next second there will be no more security in Romania, Poland, Lithuania, or our country, French President Macron said

He also said that “the power and range of Russian ballistic missiles puts us all at risk.” pic.twitter.com/IHDHXLD4jt

— NEXTA (@nexta_tv) May 5, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@Jerusalem_Post: RT by @mikenov: The Israeli government announced that Al Jazeera will be shut down in the country following a Knesset discussion on the matter. jpost.com/breaking-news/…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 5, 2024

The Israeli government announced that Al Jazeera will be shut down in the country following a Knesset discussion on the matter.https://t.co/qifEqdjPf4

— The Jerusalem Post (@Jerusalem_Post) May 5, 2024

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@igorsushko: RT by @mikenov: 🚨 Intelligence agencies warn Russia is planning covert bombings, arson attacks and infrastructure sabotage across Europe. Now is the time to call NATO Article 4. If any attacks occur, initiate Article 5. archive.is/xMPGJ

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 5, 2024

🚨 Intelligence agencies warn Russia is planning covert bombings, arson attacks and infrastructure sabotage across Europe.
Now is the time to call NATO Article 4. If any attacks occur, initiate Article 5.https://t.co/xF5CAZTpJl

— Igor Sushko (@igorsushko) May 5, 2024

Putin and Putinism

non-binaryphobia within the the trans community : r/NonBinary

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 5, 2024

Unfortunately, some people within “slightly less” marginalized groups tend to look down on groups more marginalized than themselves. It’s sadly too common to find anti-trans gays and anti-non-binary trans folk.

Russia and Ukraine

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Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 5, 2024

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Weapons for Ukraine

12 Best Pizza Places In Lisbon, Portugal, According To A Local

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 5, 2024

There’s a stunning selection of pizza places in Lisbon, ranging from casual neighborhood spots to upscale restaurants. You’ll find plenty of pizzerias, both traditional and trendy, run by…

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@mikenov: Is this the sign, the opening salvo, that Dyumin #Dyumin already plans the Spetsnaz raid on Ukraine? x.com/dw_russian/sta…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date May 5, 2024

Is this the sign, the opening salvo, that Dyumin #Dyumin already plans the Spetsnaz raid on Ukraine? https://t.co/THITkPIuez pic.twitter.com/PMjpZ0zIrZ

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) May 4, 2024

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Post date May 5, 2024

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— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) May 4, 2024

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CIA’s Surprise Moscow Visit – Global News Briefing: August 29, 2026
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Published August 29, 2026 at 07:24 AM
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Here is your morning news briefing for Saturday, August 29, 2026, focusing on the latest developments in global security, international relations, and world events:

Global Security & Intelligence
CIA’s Surprise Moscow Visit: CIA Director John Ratcliffe made an unannounced trip to Moscow to explicitly request that Russia refrain from sharing intelligence with Iran. The visit also occurred amid heightened discussions and concerns regarding potential Russian military posture toward NATO territory.
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US-Iran War Strains Navy Budget: Six months into the conflict (dubbed “Operation Epic Fury”), the US Navy is facing a severe financial crisis. Internal Pentagon documents reveal the military has been forced to transfer funds from payroll and day-to-day operations to cover the costs of depleted munitions and ongoing combat operations, prompting warnings of critical shortfalls.
AP News

“Operation Economic Outcast”: The US Treasury announced an unprecedented campaign threatening severe sanctions against any country maintaining economic ties with Iran. However, analysts note the strategy faces a major hurdle in China—Iran’s largest trading partner and oil buyer—particularly as the White House prepares to host Chinese President Xi Jinping next month.
The Guardian
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Deadly Strike in Kyiv: A Russian attack on a warehouse outside Ukraine’s capital has killed at least 27 people. President Zelenskyy stated that the initial strike was followed by a massive secondary detonation, triggering major explosions and fires.
Al Jazeera

Geopolitics & Economics
US-Venezuela Oil Deal: President Trump announced what he described as the “biggest oil deal in world history,” claiming the agreement gives the US direct majority control over more than 65 billion barrels of Venezuela’s proven oil reserves.
Al Jazeera

New US-Canada Trade War: The Trump administration announced a new 50% tariff on Canadian cars, trucks, and steel, citing unfair trade practices. In response, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney vowed to retaliate against the “unjustified” tariffs “dollar for dollar”.
The Guardian
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Other Notable Global News
Catastrophic Flooding in Asia: The death toll from severe floods along the Nepal-China border has surpassed 600. Rescue operations have resumed, though experts warn of ongoing dangers from newly formed glacial lakes.
Al Jazeera

Iceland Weighs EU Membership: Rattled by the US administration’s renewed interest in acquiring Greenland, Iceland is heading to the polls for a knife-edge referendum on whether to restart membership talks with the European Union.
Al Jazeera

Ecuadorian Ex-President Sentenced: Former President Lenin Moreno, 73, was sentenced to five years in prison in a bribery case and permanently barred from holding public office.
Al Jazeera

Want me to break down the strategic implications of the CIA’s trip to Moscow?

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What are the strategic implications of the CIA Director’s trip to Moscow, and how might intelligence sharing between Russia and Iran alter the current conflict?