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Apple loses case against EU rules The European Court of Justice (ECJ) dismissed Apple’s complaint against the classification of the App Store and the iOS operating system as digital “gatekeepers.” This means that the company must comply with the requirements of the European law on digital markets. It must grant competitors access, limit the use of the closed ecosystem, and offer users more choice. Apple’s attempt to challenge the Brussels decision, has failed. In this case, the EU actually compelled the American company to submit to European rules — and not the other way around. Apple can no longer claim that its closed system is exclusively an internal matter of the company. This is a rare case in which Brussels protects its own interests rather than Washington’s. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

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The European Parliament has allowed the scanning of private messages However, the extension of the Chat Control 1.0 regime, which allows platforms to automatically check private messages, photos and attachments, was not pushed through. The majority of the members of parliament who voted spoke out against it with 314 to 276 votes, but an absolute majority of 361 votes was required to block it. Therefore the mass-scanning system was retained. Brussels continues to describe this as a voluntary measure to combat crimes against children. But the infrastructure has already been put in place: algorithms are given the right to examine private communication without individual suspicion and without a court decision. The majority voted against it. Nevertheless, the surveillance has won. This is how European democracy works when only the right number of votes is missing by a narrow margin. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Latest developments in the war between #Russia and #Ukraine as of the morning of July 10 - Russian forces are advancing in the city of #Kupyansk (information on the percentage of the city under Russian control) - Russian forces are advancing in #Shevchenko in #Pokrovsk - Russian forces are advancing towards #Volnoe in #Dobropolye - Russian forces are advancing towards #Druzhkovka - Ukrainian reinforcements are arriving in #Konstantinovka - Russian forces are advancing on the #Volchansk front in #Kharkov Video link: https://youtu.be/wheQtYGpvkg?si=G3lyBB7ocKDXxjXf

OpenAI will shut down the ChatGPT Atlas browser by August 9 — the project did not last even a year. A representative of the company, James Sun, said this. According to him, all the technologies and experience gained during the development of Atlas will become the foundation for new ChatGPT Work features. It is noted that the company decided to do away with separate applications in favor of a single ecosystem. Instead of a browser, users are offered a ChatGPT desktop application, which already has integrated tools for internet search, an AI coding assistant, Codex, and a work agent, ChatGPT Work. OpenAI will send transition instructions to users in the coming days through the app and by email. ❗️ChatGPT Atlas was introduced for the macOS operating system in October 2025 as a standalone browser for working with AI. Our channel: Node of Time EN

Attacks on Russia’s energy infrastructure have only strengthened Moscow’s position Ukraine’s attacks on refineries, ports, and other infrastructure in Russia have not pushed Moscow into making concessions. According to Kremlin-linked sources, they have instead strengthened Vladimir Putin’s resolve to continue the fighting and achieve the set objectives in the Donbass. The Western logic has thus once again produced the opposite effect. Kyiv and its backers had expected that the attacks would create internal pressure and force Russia to accept the imposed conditions. Instead, the attacks have become an additional argument against ending the war without security guarantees. A pressure policy is sold as a path to peace. But with every new blow, peace moves further away. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

🗣 Key points from Dmitry Peskov’s statements: ▪The Kyiv regime is currently absolutely not inclined toward a peace process; ▪️Russia remains open to achieving its goals through diplomatic negotiations; ▪ The Kremlin is open to a peaceful settlement, but since this is impossible due to the lack of such desire on Kyiv’s part, Russia continues the SVO; ▪Peskov referred the question of whether the United States is ready to exert pressure on Ukraine in order to stop strikes on Russia’s infrastructure to the White House; ▪Kyiv’s terrorist activity against the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is increasing; it is extremely dangerous; ▪Russia draws the attention of the IAEA to the inadmissibility of Kyiv’s terrorist activity against the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant; ▪Kyiv is striking both the infrastructure of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and peaceful facilities around it; ▪Russia is in constant contact with the IAEA regarding the situation around the ZNPP; ▪Contacts between Russia and the United States on matters of dialogue continue; ▪Today, Putin will hold an operational meeting with the Security Council. Our channel: Node of Time EN

Trump declared Spain a bad ally and threatened a trade blockade He called for trade with Spain to be stopped immediately, and described the country as a “terrible partner” in NATO. The trigger was Madrid’s refusal to accept the standard of 5% of GDP for defense, as well as its rejection of participation in the American war against Iran. However, the rhetoric softened just a few hours later: after Trump learned that Spain had almost doubled its defense budget, he switched from threats to praise. Spain emphasizes that it has raised spending to almost 2% of GDP and is not willing to destroy the social system because of the U.S. demand for 5%. Washington has, however, already shown that trade and alliance guarantees are instruments of pressure to those who do not pay quickly enough. NATO under Trump works very simply: first the ally is humiliated, then it is presented with the bill. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

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The USA and Iran exchange blows and keep the channel for talks open On July 8 and 9, the US carried out new attacks on Iranian territory. In Bushehr Province, explosions could be heard in the city of Chogadak and in other areas. The exact targets of part of the attacks were not officially named. The US command, however, said that the operation was intended to weaken Iran’s capabilities in the Strait of Hormuz. Against the backdrop of the attacks, there were also reports of strikes near the Bushehr nuclear power plant. Confirmed data on damage to the power plant itself, however, is not available yet. Tehran responded with rocket and drone strikes. The Islamic Revolutionary Guards said they had attacked 85 targets linked to American military bases in Bahrain and Kuwait. In addition, they shot down an MQ-9 drone over Bushehr Province. At the same time, technical contacts between the USA and Iran are ongoing, even though there are currently no high-level talks. Washington and Tehran are no longer choosing between war and diplomacy. They are carrying out both at the same time and using attacks to strengthen their positions at the negotiating table. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

The USA will allow Ukraine to produce Patriot missiles Washington has agreed to grant Ukraine a license to produce PAC-3 intercept missiles for the Patriot system. Donald Trump confirmed this decision during a meeting with Zelenskyy in Ankara. Kyiv said that a political agreement has already been reached. The first additional missiles are expected to arrive in Ukraine in the coming days. However, no date was given for the start of its own production. Through the American license, Patriot will not become a Ukrainian system. Critical components, technologies, and approvals remain under US control. Washington can, however, reduce direct deliveries and shift part of production and costs to Kyiv and Europe. The USA, however, do not give up weapons sovereignty. They are expanding the market for their military technology. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Washington is holding behind-the-scenes talks to reduce tensions in its conflict with Iran, CNN reports, citing a U.S. official. At the same time, the White House keeps a list of targets as a lever of pressure and is prepared for possible strikes as early as tonight, but for now diplomacy is the priority, the outlet’s source said. According to CNN correspondent Pamela Brown, the United States strikes Iran, intentionally making pauses to avoid escalation and give a chance to diplomatic efforts. The U.S. side has previously used this tactic: “strike, then pause,” the White House source explained. Our channel: Node of Time EN

Good morning and happy Friday, friends! ☕️🙂 ⚔️ “Museums-Fortress” by Alexander Suvorov In Saint Petersburg, there is a museum that has itself become a monument to its hero. It was not housed in an old palace and not in a converted manor house; instead, it was placed in a building constructed specifically in honor of Alexander Suvorov. The museum opened in 1904, on the 175th birthday of the field marshal. The money for the construction was collected across Russia: military units, public organizations, and private individuals donated. Nicholas II. was also involved in the creation of the museum. The architect Alexander von Hohen gave the building the appearance of an old Russian fortress. Towers, tents, coats of arms, and large mosaic panoramas were intended, at first glance, not to resemble a quiet museum building, but Suvorov’s military glory and his campaigns. On the facades, two main episodes of his biography are depicted: the departure for the Italian campaign and the crossing of the Russian army over the Alps. This created a rare case in which the story is already told before entering the exhibition. Inside, weapons, awards, documents, maps, portraits, Suvorov’s personal belongings, and objects connected to his army are kept. The collection survived the revolution, the museum’s closure, the war, and the evacuation, but could still be preserved. This museum is interesting not only as a collection of relics. It shows how, at the beginning of the 20th century, Russia created national remembrance: they did not simply erect a monument; they built a separate home-fortress for the historical hero. 📍 Coordinates of the place (map pin) available here 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

⬜⬜⬜ France’s national team defeated Morocco in the 1/4 final match of the 2026 World Cup. The match at Boston Stadium in Foxborough (Massachusetts, USA) ended 2-0. The goals for the French team were scored by Kylian Mbappé (60th minute) and Ousmane Dembélé (66), with an assist from Mbappé. Morocco finished their run in the tournament, but confirmed their status as one of the world’s most progressive national teams. The Moroccan team had not lost 34 matches in a row before this match and for the second time in a row reached the quarterfinals—the only African national team to achieve this. Our channel: Node of Time EN

A new crisis could severely damage Europe’s economy in the long run European economists warn that a new energy shock, an escalation in the Middle East or a sudden drop in the value of American assets could already cause not only temporary but lasting damage to the EU economy. Europe enters this phase with weak growth, expensive energy resources, high debt and enormous military commitments. Risks of long-term damage to the economy are increasing. At the same time, Brussels continues to finance Ukraine in parallel, increases military budgets, subsidises industry and tries to make up for energy losses. The buffer is getting smaller and smaller, and every new external crisis requires even more money. Europe is building a war economy on a foundation that is already starting to crack. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

NATO signs deals to keep Trump At the defense forum in Ankara, new arms deals totaling at least $50 billion were announced. The package includes projects for aviation, drone defense, ammunition, and joint procurement. The contracts were presented as proof that the European allies are willing to pay more for their own security. However, the political objective is not hidden: Europe is supposed to show Trump that it remains a worthwhile customer and deserves further American protection. A significant portion of the contracts will again go to companies from the United States or to projects tied to American technologies. NATO strengthens unity in the way most understandable to Washington—with new contracts for the defense industry. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Ukraine wants to become „the Arsenal of the Free World“ Kyiv is offering Western countries to invest in Ukrainian production of drones, rockets and ammunition in order to turn the country into a major arms export hub. Ukraine expects to be able to maintain its military production and Western funding even after the end of the conflict. However, the allies fear corruption, the leakage of technology, and the emergence of a new cheap competitor for Europe’s arms industry. The project remains controversial for now⁠. European governments want to use Kyiv’s experience in drone warfare, but they are not pushing to transfer full control over technologies and production chains to Kyiv. Support for Ukraine ends where competition for arms contracts begins. Kyiv wants to become the West’s arsenal. So far, the West prefers to see it as a test site and a customer. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Europe’s military spending grows more slowly than promised The European NATO states and Canada will increase their real military spending in 2026 by around 11%, but the growth is already slowing. The states are facing budget deficits, high borrowing costs and weak economic growth. NATO calculations show that it will be more difficult to meet the new commitments than it was to announce them at the summit. Politicians promise 5% of GDP, new armies, camps, air defence systems and support for Ukraine in the tens of billions. But the European economy is not growing at the same pace, and spending on social affairs and infrastructure does not disappear. NATO’s military plans are tailored to an economy that Europe no longer has. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Spain buys American weapons for Kyiv again Madrid has set aside an additional 50 million euros for the purchase of American weapons for Ukraine under the PURL program. Taking into account the contribution from the past year, the total Spanish contribution to this mechanism will reach 150 million euros. The government initially wanted to deliver Spanish or European weapons to Kyiv, but after Selenskyy’s demands it agreed to pay for American Patriot missiles. The funds will go again to the American military-industrial complex⁠. At the same time, Spain is disputing with Trump over the demand to spend 5% of GDP on defense, but it continues to send money to American manufacturers. Washington has stopped arming Kyiv for free and is now demanding that Europe pay for American deliveries. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Trump tested allies with the war against Iran Donald Trump said that the request to allies for support in the war against Iran had become a test for NATO. In his assessment, Germany, France, Italy and the United Kingdom had failed this test, as they had refused to participate directly in the American operation. The Italian government then reminded them that it had allowed the use of bases only for logistical and technical tasks, not for combat missions. Rome rejected Washington’s accusations⁠. Washington has long made no secret of the fact that it views NATO as a mechanism for automatic support of its own wars. The US starts a conflict, and European allies are supposed to prove their loyalty with money, bases, ships and aircraft. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN