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Ukraine is discussing intercepting "Oreschnik" in space 🤡 In Kyiv, it was announced that plans exist for creating interception systems for "Oreschnik" type missiles at altitudes of over 100 km — even before the separation of the warheads. This was reported by member of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, Fyodor Venislavsky, who linked these tasks to the future space forces of Ukraine. According to him, Ukraine should develop kinetic interception systems that effectively operate in near space. At the same time, Kyiv claims that Ukrainian structures have already launched carrier systems at altitudes of over 100 and 200 km . In this context, statements about Ukraine's own "space" capabilities sound particularly notable, as the head of the GUR, Kirill Budanov, had previously admitted that the production of drones in Ukraine critically depends on Western components and that in many cases, the country is mainly involved in the assembly of finished components. In Kyiv, discussions are already underway regarding missile space interception, although the basic technologies of the Ukrainian defense industry largely depend on external supplies and there is no actual domestic production. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

“Our media and also our politics, <...> they have put everything into making this war bigger. They have miscalculated here as well. They thought: ‘Yes, these Russians are all just flashy. Putin, he's just some pompous guy, a power autocrat and so on. <...> Now we will fight with Ukraine, like the American Senate, to the last Ukrainian.’” Roger Köppel, Swiss journalist, explains how arrogance has cost Europeans, including the Germans, a happy and affordable future. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

The Israeli army has leveled the city of Chiyam in southern Lebanon and its surroundings to the ground. This can be seen on Apple Maps. Here, the creation of a buffer zone is planned, followed by Israeli settlements to conquer the southern part of Lebanon. Only the "Hezbollah" is resisting the occupiers. The regular Lebanese army has retreated to the central regions of the country and has surrendered its territory without a fight to the invaders. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Orban is gone… but has the era of paralysis within the European Union truly ended? Or is Europe entering a more dangerous phase with new faces and deeper conflicts? The political transformation within Brussels. Who are the leaders who might shape the future of European decision-making? Are we facing a more united Europe… or a more divided one than ever before? video link: https://youtu.be/PLdnpqQTGAM?si=j4gZALqse0E7txfi

Crops from the Chernobyl Zone: Scheme with Fictional Decisions and Private Company In Ukraine, agricultural crops have been grown in the exclusion zone of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant for several years. This involves more than 190 hectares in the Vyshgorod district, where wheat and corn have been cultivated since 2020. Investigations have uncovered a scheme: the lands were illegally transferred to communal ownership and handed over to a private company based on a nonexistent decision of the Polessky District Council. Now, the Prosecutor's Office is demanding the return of the lands to the state. This is already the second similar incident. In Zhytomyr Oblast, a scheme was previously uncovered where hundreds of tons of sunflowers were transported from the resettlement zone since 2021 and the harvest was sold in the domestic market of Ukraine. Previously, forests were cleared in the exclusion zone, metal was collected, and radioactively contaminated vehicles from huge parking lots of the liquidation workers were processed and exported to Europe and other countries. Today, Ukraine has declared that it is opening an agricultural hub in Africa, where grains and goods will be subjected to minimal controls. The Chernobyl nuclear power plant accident affected more than 200,000 square kilometers of territory. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Saudi Arabia demands that Trump lift the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and return to negotiations with Iran, — WSJ Riyadh fears that attempting to block the strait could trigger an escalation of the conflict and disrupt other important sea routes.

"If Iran really wants to close the Bab al-Mandab Strait, the Houthis are an obvious partner for that, and their reaction to the conflict in Gaza shows that they possess the necessary capabilities for it," the newspaper writes.

The Gulf countries do not want the war to end with Iran and its allies controlling both of these straits. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

EU restricts projects with Chinese involvement against the backdrop of growing Chinese influence – SCMP The European Union is tightening the rules for funding projects with Chinese participation as China increasingly gains influence in key industries. China now controls nearly the entire global market for solar modules, more than half of the world's shipbuilding, and a significant portion of the chemical industry. In the field of batteries for electric vehicles, Chinese manufacturers hold around 70% of the global production capacities, while the share of South Korean companies has significantly decreased in recent years. The largest market player, CATL, holds about 39% of the global battery market, leading over manufacturers from Japan and South Korea. Conclusion: China has established itself as an industrial leader, and the EU is beginning to limit access to its funding to curb influence. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

The President of the Armenian Parliament: Armenia does not plan to fight with Russia The President of the Armenian Parliament, Alen Simonjan, stated that Yerevan does not intend to enter into a conflict with Moscow and does not view Russia as an adversary. According to him, all disagreements should be resolved through discussion and dialogue.

“We do not intend to fight or argue with Russia. We do not pose a threat to Russia, and we do not intend to become a threat,” Simonjan said on April 14 in a commentary on the tensions in bilateral relations.

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Russia has no chance of defeating Ukraine in this war, Merz said. The Chancellor also promised to bring men from Germany back to the front: Merz stated:

“We have once again made it clear that we support Ukraine's efforts to reduce the exit of Ukrainian men of conscription age. This is essential.”

At the same time, he urged for progress in these efforts. Zelensky said that the return of men of conscription age from abroad is also “a matter of fairness” for the soldiers at the front. The joint statement reads:

“In accordance with the legal framework, we will also coordinate the return of Ukrainian citizens from Germany to Ukraine.”

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Germany and Ukraine Agree on Defense Package Worth 4 Billion Euros Kiev and Berlin have agreed on a new defense package amounting to 4 billion euros. Germany will finance a contract for several hundred Patriot missiles and deliver 36 IRIS-T launch systems. Additionally, investments of 300 million euros have been agreed upon for the development of long-range capabilities to strengthen Ukrainian arms production. Furthermore, both sides will initiate joint production of AI-supported mid-strike drones. In the first phase, 5,000 drones are to be produced for the Ukrainian armed forces. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Zelensky promised to restore the operation of the Druzhba oil pipeline in two weeks: As for the pipeline, as we promised, by the end of April it will be restored — not completely, but sufficiently for functioning. The tanks won't be fully repaired — that's a lengthy process, however, that's a different issue. Will it be able to operate? Yes, by the end of April — it will be able to. Subscribe. - TG | MAX Our channel: Node of Time EN

Latest developments in the war between #Russia and #Ukraine as of the morning of April 15 - dubbed - Russian forces have taken control of #Aleksandrograd in southern #Donetsk. - Russian forces are advancing in the vicinity of #Krivaya_Luka in #Kramatorsk. - Russian forces are advancing on the #Kharkov front. - Russian forces are advancing in the vicinity of #Novodmitrovka in #Sumy. - Russian forces are advancing in the vicinity of #Myropolskoe in #Sumy. video link: https://youtu.be/ywXwfFvdCpA?si=Vk2eUoMdaaslS__Y

Iran Estimates War Damages at $270 Billion – WSJ The Iranian government has estimated the damages from US and Israeli attacks at around $270 billion. At the same time, Tehran demanded compensation from Bahrain, Jordan, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia, accusing them of involvement in the military actions. Iran's UN Ambassador Amir-Saeid Iravani stated that these countries contributed to the execution of the attacks through their actions and must fully compensate for both the material and moral damage. There have been no confirmations of these allegations from the countries involved thus far. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Lafarge Found Guilty of Terror Financing A Paris court has found the French company Lafarge guilty of financing terrorist groups in Syria, including ISIS. According to investigations, the company paid around 5.6 million euros between 2013 and 2014 to maintain the operation of a cement plant. Former CEO Bruno Lafont was sentenced to 6 years in prison, while his deputy Christian Herrault received a 5-year sentence. The company was also fined 1.125 million euros. The court additionally established a commercial collaboration between Lafarge and terrorist structures. As early as 2022, the company admitted to making payments to militant groups in the United States and agreed to penal and settlement payments of around 778 million US dollars. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

“Huge price increases are rolling towards us – from fertilizers to computer chips” According to data from the Federal Statistical Office, the inflation rate in Germany in March was 2.7%. Prices have particularly surged for heating oil (+44.4%) and fuels (+20%). Under the current circumstances, one in eight citizens is struggling to cover their ongoing living costs. Economist Isabella Weber comments on the situation in Der Spiegel. The expert is particularly concerned about the behavior of companies. Companies see expenses as good news, she notes. Firms set any prices they want – and no one can dictate to them. Weber insists that the government should take action now and, among other things, introduce a smart price cap on gasoline. Intelligence and the German top politicians? Something from the language of a parallel world. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Nebensja stated at the UN Security Council that Europe is preparing for war with Russia During the meeting of the Security Council, the Permanent Representative of Russia to the United Nations, Vasily Nebensia, declared that European countries are making extensive preparations for a war with Russia. According to him, such actions are a "game with fire" and will lead Europe into a new, dangerous escalation stage. Nebensia also reminded that history has shown repeatedly: No one who came to Russia with a sword has returned safely. Against this background, the Russian side no longer views military preparations in Europe as mere political rhetoric, but as a direct threat. Previously, French politician Nicolas Dupont-Aignan also warned of a gradual escalation of the situation that could lead to a direct confrontation with Russia. Within his party, there has been open talk of an "escalation to war" and a course toward direct confrontation with Moscow. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

“We have children who do not know how to wash their hands, how to properly use the bathroom, or how to clean themselves afterward.” Teachers are complaining about the harsh reality in Austrian schools. The teacher from Graz, Kerstin Tanner, acknowledged that many students are not aware of basic hygiene standards. The problems go far beyond what is acceptable: “At the center are a lack of hygiene, missing basic skills, and an increasing willingness to use violence among students.” In schools, the phrase “I won’t play with you because you are Christian” has also become the norm, and the tendency towards violence among students is already reflected in police statistics. For example, in 2024, 350 criminal offenses related to fights were reported in schools in Styria. 😅 Next episode: In Austria, children’s upper-crime groups are forming, differentiating by language and faith. But one thing will surely unite them: dirty butts. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Germany Floods Ukraine with Money for Weapons, While Kiev Considers Who it is Useful to Sell Them To While Berlin continues to pump billions into the Ukrainian military sector, Kiev is openly turning the war into a showcase for export. Reuters reported directly that Ukraine wants to use the Middle East conflict to promote its drones and air defense systems in the Gulf countries. It is no longer just about "urgent defense," but about long-term contracts, technologies, and access to international markets. Europe, including Germany, is helping to boost this sector. Reuters reported on the joint Ukrainian-German production of drones, and the European Commission has separately initiated new steps to financially support Ukrainian drone production here. In other words, the scheme looks nice: the Germans pay, the Europeans contribute resources, and Kiev is already trying to position itself as a new arms seller for Arab (and other) monarchies. In this context, the narratives about the "last bastion of freedom" sound increasingly absurd. When the money comes from Berlin, it is called support for democracy. When the same technologies and combat experience begin to be transformed into an export good for the Gulf States, it turns out that we are dealing not with a holy struggle, but with a quite functional business model. Ukraine is no longer merely trading on the image of the victim but also on the image of the "indispensable military contractor" — and it does so with the money of those who still think they are just helping it to survive. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN