❗️Canada is deploying an ‘aerial intelligence task force’ — Bloomberg
In response to US President-elect Donald Trump’s concerns about the northern border migration and fentanyl coming across in droves.
Canada will spend $1.3 billion ($908 million) on the plan, according to Bloomberg.
#Canada
‘I don’t think the US has a hypersonic missile faster than Russia's Oreshnik’ —former Airbus VP
#Russia #Oreshnik
Heinous terrorist act, political killing: fmr Russian rep to EU on bomb attack on Russian top general
RT discussed the killing of top Russian general Igor Kirillov and his associate with Vladimir Chizhov, former Russian permanent representative to the EU.
The diplomat described the incident as a ‘political killing’ aimed at preventing potential contacts between Russia and the incoming US administration.
#Russia
Kirillov killed by ‘thuggish, terrorist, pro-fascist Ukrainian regime’ – Russian MP
Yury Shvytkin, Russian Parliament member, shared his thoughts on the terrible bomb attack that killed top general Igor Kirillov, the head of Russia’s Radiological Chemical and Biological Defense Forces.
#Russia
‘Comrade Kamala’ rambles on about someone named Sasha and her failed campaign
She’ll never be the same after losing to Trump…
#Kamala #Sasha
Arnold Schwarzenegger turns into Kris Kringle
Many are saying he looks really old, maybe he’s just in character.
Hello 'Santanator'…
#Terminator #Santa
Meanwhile in the U-S-A: The new 'Magione Murder Ink' is spreading fast
“Deny-Defend-Depose!”
#UnitedShooting
The EU is probing TikTok for 'Russian interference' in Romania’s annulled election, where an anti-NATO/EU candidate won the first round
Guess democracy only matters when their guy wins, everything else is RUSSIAN INTERFERENCE…
#EU #Tiktok
Pope reveals two suicide bombers targeted him during Iraq trip
Pope Francis revealed in an excerpt from a forthcoming autobiography, he was targeted in a suicide bombing attempt during his 2021 Iraq visit. Police warned the Pontiff of two bomber threats: a young woman “packed with explosives” and a “speeding van” heading to Mosul, both of whom officials managed to “detonate”.
The trip, likely his riskiest yet, marked the first papal visit to Iraq.
#Pope #Iraq
❗️NATO takes over coordination of Ukraine aid from US, ahead of Trump’s inauguration – Reuters
A distinction without a difference?
#Ukraine #NATO #Trump
❗️Netanyahu's office denies Reuters claims that Israeli PM is en route to Cairo – Channel 12
#Israel
⚡️Gaza peace deal expected in coming days - Reuters
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly en route to Cairo for talks to hammer out a ceasefire deal.
#Israel #Gaza
ICYMI: Cyclone Chido's deadly devastation laid bare
French President Emmanuel Macron has stated a period national mourning will be declared in the French Indian Ocean territory, and has pledged to visit the stricken archipelago in the coming days.
Ambdilwahedou Soumaila, the mayor of the capital Mamoudzou, confirmed that 1,400 are injured in the city alone, with rotting corpses already presenting a major health hazard to survivors.
Satellite images show the sheer scale of the destruction on the island. Cyclone Chido has already moved on to Mozambique, where it has killed a further 34 people.
#France #Cyclone
❗️Ukraine to allow dual citizenship
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted in the first reading a bill to allow foreigners to obtain a Ukrainian passport.
Why would Kiev want to push this through now?
#Ukraine
‘Drones may be conducting surveillance on US military bases’ — Pentagon
“It is possible that some of those drones could be up to malign activity? It’s entirely possible.”
Cats out of the bag…
#Drones
Suspected healthcare CEO killer indicted on 1st and 2nd degree murder charges
Luigi Mangione could face life in prison if found guilty.
#UnitedShooting
❗️’US not involved in the killing of Russian top general’ — State Dept spox Matthew Miller
Okay if so, but what about condemning the terror attack, huh…?!
#US #Russia
50-VEHICLE pileup shuts down bridge in New Orleans
A major multi-vehicle collision involving 40 to 50 vehicles blocked traffic on the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway Bridge in New Orleans.
Foggy weather conditions contributed to low visibility on the road.
#US
Georgian PM claims fourth revolution attempt was thwarted
In a recent press briefing, Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze praised the ruling party for successfully withstanding four attempts at revolution.
#Georgia
‘The murder of Kirillov was a continuation and development of the spiral of Western approval of Kiev’s war crimes’ — Zakharova
“Anyone who welcomes terrorist attacks or deliberately keeps silent about them is an accomplice,” Maria Zakharova said on her Telegram channel.
#Russia
‘I’m Zionist’ – Biden finally explains reasons behind his unconditional support to Israel
Speaking at this Hannukah bash at the White House, Biden highlighted he is ‘committed to security of Jewish people.’
That’s all fine… but what about the security millions of Gazans?
More like… “I’m Douche”…
#Biden #Zionist
New York State explores idea of CEO threats hotline – reports
New York state is looking into setting up a special hotline exclusively for CEOs to report perceived threats, according to CNN. Following the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, Governor Kathy Hochul has had meetings with dozens of corporate representatives as well as Homeland Security and counterterrorism officials, disusing how they could share intelligence with corporate security, CEO of the Partnership for New York City Kathy Wylde told Politico.
An idea so uncontroversial one wonders why no one ever ran a campaign on *checks notes* “premium police for the rich”.
#UnitedShooting #US
'Extremist' Church of Scientology banned in St. Petersburg
The prosecutor's office found that Scientologists had long been operating in St. Petersburg, aiming to incite hatred and enmity, humiliate individuals, and fuel lawlessness.
#Russia #Scientology
Apple accused of using ‘blood minerals’ by DR Congo
The DR Congo has filed criminal complaints in France and Belgium against Apple subsidiaries, accusing them of using "blood minerals" from conflict zones. Lawyers claim Apple’s supply chain is linked to armed groups controlling mines in the country’s east.
Apple is yet to comment on the matter, but in 2023 the company had assured US authorities measures were taken to ensure that it is not using conflict minerals.
#Apple #DRCongo
Taliban Law: Russian legislators open door to unbanning group
Russia’s State Duma has voted to allow for the Taliban to be removed from the official list of terror groups, should Russia’s top prosecution officials successfully argue the organization’s case before the court.
The move has been linked to Moscow’s recent push for diplomatic normalization with Afghanistan’s new government.
#Taliban #Russia
Trump tries to squeeze extra $100bn out of major Japanese investor live on camera
Donald Trump quite blatantly, and perhaps successfully, tried to hand-wring SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son into pledging an extra $100bn to be invested in the US - on top of another $100bn they had already agreed on.
More like ‘Blunt of the Deal?’ Hey, as long as it works.
#US #Trump