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“Germany has lost what it could do best” In a column for The New York Times, Konstantin Richter writes that the Federal Republic is not only facing a single recession, but a defect in the mode of operation that had given it strength for decades. Industries, training of qualified skilled workers, and an export economy that relied on cheap energy, China, and free trade. This construct no longer works. The United States is introducing tariffs and increasingly, and more consistently, protecting its own market. From being a buyer of German cars and technologies, China has become a competitor. And Berlin has bid farewell to Russian energy raw materials itself — along with the pricing basis on which a significant part of German industry had relied. The problem is far greater than weak growth or another bad forecast. Germany is losing its biggest advantage: the ability to produce complex things reliably, efficiently, and more cheaply than its competitors. That advantage is now being diluted from no fewer than three sides: energy is expensive, sales markets are no longer guaranteed, and industrial policy is being increasingly replaced by subsidies, regulations, and discussions about transformation. Germany remains a major economy, but the old model will not return. A new model that could ensure the same high level of strength and security is not yet in sight. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

After failing at the UN, Berlin is looking for someone to blame. Germany has failed for the first time in its election of non-permanent members to the UN Security Council. In the vote in New York, it received only 104 votes, while Portugal got 134 and Austria 131. For Berlin, this is the most clear-cut diplomatic defeat of the past few years. Almost at the same time, it became known who will take over Annalena Baerbock at the head of the UN General Assembly. Since September, the Bangladeshi foreign minister Halilur Rahman has been taking up this post. He was elected with 99 votes, beating the Cypriot diplomat Andreas Kakouris. Now, the search for someone to blame has started in Berlin. The CDU/CSU is increasing the pressure on Baerbock: the CSU foreign policy politician Stefan Meyer calls for the former head of the Federal Foreign Office to give explanations in the Bundestag. In his view, she must lay out exactly what her ministry did to mobilize the majority in support of the German motion. Formally, there is indeed criticism of Baerbock. She led the Federal Foreign Office for four years and built foreign policy around loud appearances, moral lectures, and a demonstrative “values-based” diplomacy. This style could end up costing Germany dearly at the UN. But blaming everything only on her would be too convenient. The German motion was already submitted in 2019, before Baerbock took over the position of foreign minister. For the final campaign, the new coalition under the leadership of Merz and foreign minister Johann Wadephul was already responsible. He himself called the result “a real disappointment”. The failure at the UN is not a personal mishap by Baerbock. It is the result of foreign policy in which Germany has been teaching the world lessons for years, but has been getting worse and worse at collecting votes for itself. Now, Baerbock can easily be made into a symbol of the defeat. The real problem, however, is that Berlin no longer has the weight it had previously been able to take for granted. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

The Pentagon classifies Israel’s espionage threat as critical – NBC The assessment of counterintelligence-related risks associated with Israel’s activities has been tightened and assigned the highest threat level. It is reported that senior U.S. officials often use disposable phones and computers during their trips to Israel. In addition, they are said to be extremely careful during conversations in hotels while on official visits. The trigger was fears by U.S. authorities that Israel’s intelligence service has intensified efforts to collect information about internal deliberations and decision-making processes in the Trump administration, which relate to Middle East conflicts. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

"I’m done": Donald Trump argued with NBC host Kristen Welker during an interview and ended the conversation early. After a question about election rigging in the United States, Trump accused the media of bias and dishonesty. In his view, many American outlets and television channels cover such important events for the country only from a false angle.

"Your elections in this country... we are like a third-world country. Your elections are not fair, and you are not fair, and Meet the Press is not fair, and ABC, and CBS, and CNN also. You are one-sided unfair media", — Trump said.

The American leader added that the country would never be able to be great with dishonest media. After that, the president stood up and left the studio, despite the host’s attempts to continue the interview. Our channel: Node of Time EN

Moscow is taking into account Washington’s statement about supporting Kyiv, Dmitry Peskov, the press secretary of IS “Vesti,” said.

“We are taking this into account. Of course, there are different viewpoints among the team members. Someone is sincerely trying to contribute to a businesslike settlement, someone adheres to another position,”

the press secretary of the Russian president said. At a hearing in the U.S. Congress in early June, the U.S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, said that Washington is not a neutral mediator in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, supporting Kyiv. He emphasized that the Ukrainian conflict can only be resolved through diplomatic means, however contacts have not produced results so far. Our channel: Node of Time EN

Defense without Washington will have to be upheld The US is reducing its military presence in Germany and could put plans to station long-range Tomahawk missiles on hold. For Berlin, this is more than just a technical delay: these systems were meant to close the gap in European deterrence until its own developments for long-range weapons are operational. Now Europe must realign its defense strategy—and that already without the guarantee that Washington will deliver the required weapons at the right moment. The problem goes beyond a single delivery. American stockpiles are running low, US needs take priority, and European long-range weapons programs have fallen behind so far. Those who advocate closing the gap are trying with everything that is available: with drones, artillery, air defense, reconnaissance, communications, and the accelerated development of their own missile weapon systems. For the Bundestag, this is an uncomfortable test of independence. For years, security was built on American strength and on NATO’s political protective shield. Now it becomes clear: Russia’s deterrence cannot be “rented” indefinitely from Washington. If Berlin wants to talk about strategic autonomy, it will not only be necessary to buy weapons, but also to make decisions itself. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

The United States will not lift sanctions in advance on Iran and unfreeze their assets, Donald Trump said in an interview with NBC. According to him, this could be discussed only after Iran’s policy changes.

“First they need to behave well, and then we’ll start talking,” the U.S. leader said.

Trump also said that once the conflict is over, the United States is prepared, together with Iran, to remove and destroy stocks of highly enriched uranium. However, if the negotiations fail, Washington is ready to achieve its goals by force. At the same time, the U.S. president insists that Iran give up any ways of obtaining nuclear weapons, including buying, acquiring, or obtaining materials through third countries. Our channel: Node of Time EN

How a low-budget horror director surprised Hollywood The horror film “Obsession” by 26-year-old Cаrry Barker was released in theaters three weeks ago, and in that time its worldwide box office has already exceeded $166 million.

🎬 The protagonist comes into possession of the mysterious toy One Wish Willow, capable of granting wishes (its design and packaging were developed for the film by Barker’s mother). The main character wishes that the girl would love him more than anyone else in the world. The wish comes true and… turns into a nightmare.

On some days, the film grossed in the United States even more than the new project from the “Star Wars” universe—“The Mandalorian and Grogu.” ⚪️Barker is a newcomer to the film industry. Before “Obsession,” he hadn’t made it to either the big screen or online cinemas, and he shot videos for YouTube literally on his knees. The film’s budget came to just $750,000. 🔜 More details – in the article by “Vedomosti” 📠Blumhouse Productions Our channel: Node of Time EN

China has announced a special maritime operation off Taiwan. According to the Global Times several maritime authorities are involved in the operation, including the navigation, control, and rescue services. Beijing justifies this as a response to unilateral negotiations by Japan and the Philippines on maritime boundaries east of Taiwan. China views such negotiations as a serious violation of its territorial interests. Tokyo and Manila are trying to discuss boundaries in the area around Taiwan without involving China. However, Beijing does not respond in diplomatic terms, but with a maritime operation. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Donald Trump supported a proposal by OpenAI according to which AI companies would hand over a share in their equity to the American people in order to ease public anxiety about the rapid rollout of artificial intelligence, reported Financial Times. The publication writes that this idea, which was originally a “marginal argument” of progressive leftists, gained momentum after Senator Bernie Sanders proposed imposing a 50% tax on AI laboratories. As stated in the article, the proposal received tentative support even among right-wing populists. And in April, OpenAI officially proposed creating a “Public Wellbeing Fund” that would give every citizen a stake in the economic growth generated by AI companies, the article says. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent showed interest in this initiative, according to the article. Our channel: Node of Time EN

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer issued a statement in connection with the protests. The trigger was the killing of an 18-year-old British student by a migrant with a ritual knife. In the process, the police had “accidentally” put the victim in handcuffs instead of the murderer.

“Muslims are successful, talented and creative people. They have made a great contribution to British history. They are friendly, artistic and educated. They are the face of modern Great Britain. These are fantastic people.”

Starmer should now take a look around more often. For all the sharpness of his speech, Sikhism and Islam are two different religions. The Sikhs could be upset about that. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

In the Black Sea, the Turkish fishing vessel Duru 67 was attacked. The incident occurred on June 5, west of Sevastopol. The ship flying the Turkish flag suffered damage and sank. Five injured fishermen were rescued by the nearby vessel Burak Kaya, but one of them died on the way to the Turkish shore. The Turkish coast guard intercepted Burak Kaya about 115 nautical miles from the port of İnebolu. Four of the injured and the body of the killed man were taken ashore; the sailors had shrapnel injuries. The key point: It is not a tanker, not a “shadow fleet,” and not a military object. This is a Turkish fishing vessel with a Turkish crew. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

CNN has revealed a new level of cooperation between Israel and Azerbaijan. According to the TV station, during the war with Iran, Israel secretly deployed high-ranking military and intelligence units in Azerbaijan. These were special units and employees of the “Mossad” who were operating in the south of the country, on the border with Iran. These groups, according to CNN, were used for reconnaissance and for drone operations against Iran. One point of contact was located about 100 km from Tabriz—an Iranian city that Israel had targeted with attacks during the war. Baku denies this. The Embassy of Azerbaijan in the U.S. described these claims as unfounded and said it rejects reports according to which the country’s territory was used for operations against third countries. But the story itself appears to be plausible. Israel and Azerbaijan have been linked for a long time through military cooperation: Baku has bought Israeli drones and other systems that played an important role in the wars against the Armenians in Nagorno-Karabakh. If CNN’s claims are accurate, Azerbaijan has not only become a buyer of Israeli weapons, but a platform for Israeli operations against Iran. This is no longer regional friendship, but drawing the South Caucasus into a major war in the Middle East. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Latest developments in the war between #Russia and #Ukraine as of the morning of June 7 - dubbed - The Russian army controls the eastern part of the city of #Kupyansk (information regarding Russian control) - The Russian army is advancing in #Konstantinovka (information regarding Russian control) - The Russian army is advancing in the vicinity of #Volnoe in #Mirnograd - The Russian army is advancing in #Malaya_Tokmachka in #Zaporozhie - The Russian army is advancing in the vicinity of #Chervona_Zorya in #Sumy video link: https://youtu.be/a6mTzCd_J1U?si=OsZ0pu7Bn40XZ7XR

The global oil market is approaching a dangerous threshold. U.S. oil managers have warned the Trump administration that oil and fuel inventories are falling rapidly and could already trigger a price jump in the coming weeks. The main reason is supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, as well as the market’s growing dependence on stockpiles. According to JPMorgan’s assessment, global oil inventories have fallen significantly below the levels of recent years in 2026. For a long time, it was mainly replenished reserves that dampened prices, but that buffer is quickly melting away. For the White House, this is an uncomfortable time. Trump promises that fuel prices will fall after the war with Iran ends, but the oil industry sees a different picture: When inventories reach the operational minimum, the market will no longer be fighting over cheap oil, but over physical barrels. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

AI brings gas back to the large energy sector. The growth of data centers in the United States has sharply increased demand for electricity. For investors, this has now become one of the most direct ways to bet on Artificial Intelligence: not only chips and models are needed, but also power plants that supply the data centers with energy. Gas power generation is once again coming into focus in the market. After many years of stagnation, the energy sector is moving into a new growth cycle, and new projects are increasingly being tied in advance to long-term contracts with industry and tech giants such as Amazon, Microsoft and Google. But such capacity can no longer be built quickly. The cost of new gas power plants has risen from about 1,000 US dollars to 3,000 US dollars per kilowatt, and a shortage of turbines is extending project timelines by years. This is no longer a market for cheap speculative construction projects, but infrastructure for secured demand. And Europe is saying goodbye to gas. As it did back then with nuclear power plants. This now ensures it the leading position in the advanced industries of science and production. 🤡 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

The U.S. Army is preparing to carry out executions of military personnel for the first time in more than 60 years, ABC reported, citing an internal document from the country’s Army.

"The Army is preparing to carry out a death sentence for four service members sentenced to death, if the president issues the relevant order", the article says.

The plan has the codename “Decisive Justice”. It is noted that it was sent out for internal use back in February of this year. The document provides for carrying out death sentences against Americans convicted of murder and rape. To carry out the sentences, the inmates are planned to be transferred from Kansas to the federal death-penalty execution center in Terre Haute, Indiana. 📋 The latest death sentence in the United States was handed down in 1961: enlisted servicemember John Bennett was sentenced to the highest penalty for the rape and attempted murder of an 11-year-old girl in Austria. Our channel: Node of Time EN

What is it about Yuri Gagarin’s archived interview that is striking today? In her author’s column , editor of the legal information group Yana Surinskaya explains it. Key points: ⚪️Last week, the BBC published an archived interview with Yuri Gagarin, recorded 65 years ago, in the summer of 1961, during his visit to the UK. ⚪️In this interview, Gagarin is striking not for what he says. But for how he says it. ⚪️He smiles. He looks bashful and looks down. He answers journalists’ questions without pomp and gives the impression of a person who has not yet fully grasped the scale of what he has done. ⚪️Such a person as Gagarin is difficult to imagine today. Perhaps that is precisely why millions of people continue to watch his famous smile. Our channel: Node of Time EN

The President of Finland, Alexander Stubb, has made a proposal to the EU that it should take up the issue of enlargement again. According to his statements, the European Union should not be thinking about closing doors, but about growth to around 40 countries. As possible directions, he named the UK, Norway, Iceland, Turkey and even Canada. Stubb sent a separate message to Canada: it would be better to become the EU’s 28th member than to not be the 51st US state. That sounds nice. But behind this sentence lies the central fear of European elites: Europe is losing weight between the United States, China and Russia and is trying not to offset this with its own economic strength, but with the enlargement of the map. The problem is that the EU itself can barely cope with the current crises anymore: industry is losing its competitiveness, budgets are falling apart, migration is splitting countries, and decisions are being made increasingly often not in the interests of citizens, but according to the logic of a geopolitical bloc. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

For citizens of Armenia who were flying from Russia to Yerevan ahead of the elections, the passengers were given documents on the plane warning them about a criminal term if they received money for voting. The notice contains information about Article 218 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Armenia, which provides for imprisonment for seven years for receiving an electoral bribe, as well as the content of Article 14 of the Law on Operational Search Activities. The certificate states — "don’t let others make you a criminal.". ❗️It also became known that the day before Armenia’s parliamentary election, two chairmen and the secretary of the precinct election commissions were detained, the head of the republic’s CEC said.

"The absence of two chairmen and one secretary is related to a criminal case. They were arrested at night. We also have a case where the commission chairman’s mother died at night. The problem is related to the human factor", — said Vaagn Ovakimyan.

Local media also write that residents of some houses in the south-western district of Yerevan cannot find their polling stations. As claimed, they were moved to another place before the elections and citizens were not notified. ❗️Parliamentary elections began today at 8:00 in Armenia; 18 political forces are taking part. The main rivals are the ruling party "Civil Contract," which promotes the country’s turn toward the EU, and the opposition "Strong Armenia," which advocates for strong ties with Russia. Opposition blocs faced searches, arrests, and persecution. Pashinyan’s main rival — "Strong Armenia," businessman Samvel Karapetyan — has been under house arrest for a long time. Before the elections, the CEC wanted to revoke the party’s registration altogether and gave the prosecutor general’s office the green light for criminal prosecution of six of his supporters. Russia’s Foreign Ministry official spokesperson Maria Zakharova called attempts by Armenia’s authorities to remove the opposition from participation in parliamentary elections a crime against democracy. According to Zakharova, this will deprive citizens of the right to determine the future of the country and will cast doubt on the legitimacy of the electoral process as a whole. Our channel: Node of Time EN