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Le Pen: France can no longer finance Ukraine Marine Le Pen said on the LCI channel that France could not afford to continue financing Ukraine. In her view, Paris must focus on a diplomatic solution to the conflict. “You cannot say that there is not a single euro for adjusting pensions while simultaneously providing billions in aid [to Ukraine] through the EU,” she remarked. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Turkey has approached the ICC over Ukraine’s attack on the Reyhan Sarı vessel Turkey has filed an application with the International Criminal Court in connection with the attack by Ukrainian forces on the Turkish vessel Reyhan Sarı. One sailor was killed in the strike. HaberDenizde reports this, citing the plaintiffs’ lawyer. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

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🇪🇺 Expensive Fuel Becomes a Europe-Wide Tax Dispute Today, September 18, the EU finance ministers are meeting in Dublin to discuss ways of easing the burden on citizens in light of the sharp rise in fuel prices. German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil is pushing the idea of a ⁠windfall tax in order to use the funds raised to offset the high prices. However, there is still no agreement. Various options are being discussed — from tax relief for motorists to appropriating part of the additional profits of oil and gas companies; economists are also divided over whether individual measures would lead to new market distortions. The Strait of Hormuz has already made its way into European tax policy. The question for EU governments is now quite simple: Who should pay for the oil shock — motorists, the state budget, or energy companies? 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Macron calls on the government to mobilize all efforts over fuel supply shortages 😂😂😂 France is gradually experiencing fuel supply shortages. Emmanuel Macron called on the government to undertake a “full mobilization” of efforts to ensure supplies and contain the rise in prices. According to government spokeswoman Maud Bregeon, the authorities are looking abroad for additional volumes and are considering pushing for greater flexibility in European rules, including for the operation of oil refineries. Currently, around 10% of fuel stations in France are experiencing supply problems for at least one type of fuel, particularly in the TotalEnergies network. The rise in prices has already sparked a mood of protest. The government has not ruled out new support measures but has so far given no firm dates. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

🇩🇪🪖 While European politicians try on camouflage clothing, German hospitals are preparing for war The military uniforms on European politicians are gradually beginning to look like more than just a backdrop for attractive photos beside fighter jets. As Bloomberg reports, Germany is already examining whether its healthcare system can function under the conditions of a major military conflict. The Bundeswehr officially uses a planning scenario involving up to 1,000 wounded soldiers per day—a figure also confirmed by the German army itself. Five military hospitals are not sufficient for such an influx, which is why civilian clinics are being incorporated into the plans, doctors are being trained to deal with mass combat injuries, and hospitals are examining their medication supplies as well as options for protection against attacks. In Ulm, the Bundeswehr is examining the possibility of returning an underground military hospital from the Cold War era to service. It was built in 1979 in the event of a nuclear strike and is designed for around 2,000 people and autonomous operation for up to 90 days. Asked whether the current healthcare system was prepared for such a scenario, the chief physician of the military hospital, Benedikt Frimert, replied briefly to Bloomberg: «No». For now, the camouflage clothing on politicians can be regarded as a symbol. But 1,000 wounded per day, the preparation of civilian hospitals, and the reactivation of a nuclear bunker already constitute very concrete war planning. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Good morning, dear friends! ☕️🙂 🐫 Kyakhta: The city where Russia traded with China without a single coin Friends, today we are traveling to Buryatia, in the very south of Russia—right on the border with Mongolia. There, amid the dry steppe, lies a small city that was once one of the most important trading centers between two empires—a place where tea and furs generated enormous wealth. Welcome to Kyakhta—the “Venice of the Sands” of Siberia. 📜 The Treaty that started it all On October 21, 1727, the Treaty of Kyakhta was concluded between the Russian Empire and the Qing Empire. It was the result of lengthy negotiations led by Count Sava Raguzinsky-Vladislavich. The treaty regulated the border and trade: Russia was permitted to send a caravan to Beijing every three years, and duty-free border trade was opened in Kyakhta and Zurukhaitu. This laid the foundation for the city’s rise. 🏙️ Two cities, one border The unique feature was that directly opposite stood the Chinese trading settlement of Maimachen—meaning, roughly, “trading city.” It was located in what is now the Mongolian town of Altanbulag, which at the time belonged to the Qing Empire. Thus, an extraordinary pair emerged: a Russian and a Chinese settlement that were closely interconnected economically. Merchants, interpreters, and traders met here regularly—Kyakhta became one of the most important sites of direct Russian-Chinese exchange. 🔄 Barter: Goods for goods For a long time, trade was based on barter: China supplied tea and cotton fabrics, while Russia offered furs, woolen cloth, and leather. The export of precious metals was officially prohibited—which is why gold and silver smuggling flourished. Historical accounts even contain descriptions of hidden compartments in wagons used to transport precious metals across the border. 🍵 The Great Tea Road The real treasure was tea. One of the most important routes of the Great Tea Road ran through Kyakhta: from China through Mongolia to Kyakhta, and then through Siberia onward to Irbit, Nizhny Novgorod, and Moscow. Transportation took months. In the 19th century, tea became one of China’s most important export goods to Russia—for the small border town, this meant enormous revenues and extraordinary prosperity. 🏛️ The “Venice of the Sands” of Siberia The wealth transformed Kyakhta: grand merchants’ houses, trading compounds, banks, and stone churches were built. There were schools, libraries, and cultural institutions. Because of the city’s surprising prosperity amid the dry landscape, it was given the nickname “Venice of the Sands.” The contrast was remarkable: a small city far from the European metropolises—and yet a place where deals of international importance were concluded. 🌊 The end of an era But the prosperity did not last forever. Chinese seaports opened to international trade, and the sea route became faster and cheaper—especially after the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869. The Trans-Siberian Railway and the Chinese Eastern Railway brought the final turning point: the major flows of goods now bypassed Kyakhta. The former hub of Russian-Chinese trade lost its importance—what remained was a small border town whose old merchants’ houses and churches still recall the time when a significant part of the trade between Russia and China was conducted here. Give a ❤️ if you enjoyed it! 📍 Coordinates of the location (map point) available here 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

A relative of Charles III was found dead in his own home in London, the Daily Mail reports. The 44-year-old HSBC banker Nicholas Brendam had previously been involved in a case concerning a collision in the Putney area. He was suspected of pushing a woman under a bus. She was injured as a result of the incident. The deceased had a fortune of several million pounds and had previously served in the British Army with the rank of captain. He was also connected to the royal family. Brendam’s family denies his involvement in the crime and claims that he may have taken his own life because of the police investigation. Our channel: Node of Time EN

🇵🇸 At least 21 killed in collapse of bombed-out residential building in Gaza Strip A multi-story residential building collapsed in the Tal al-Hawa neighborhood of Gaza City. It had previously been heavily damaged during the fighting. Displaced Palestinian families lived in and near the building. Initially, 20 deaths were reported, but by the morning of September 17, the death toll had risen to at least 21 people, including 11 children. Another 14 people were injured. ⁠Rescue workers are continuing to clear the rubble. According to the local civil defense authority, the building had already sustained severe damage in previous Israeli attacks. Even where there is currently no direct attack, the war continues to kill — thousands of damaged buildings in Gaza continue to serve as shelter for people who often simply have nowhere else to go. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

🇨🇳🇮🇷 China Calls for the Immediate Reopening of the Strait of Hormuz During Abbas Araghchi’s talks with Wang Yi in Beijing, China moved from general calls for de-escalation to a specific demand: measures must be taken to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz as quickly as possible. At the same time, Beijing called on Iran and the United States to return to diplomacy and prevent any further expansion of the war. For China, the issue is no longer abstract: an interruption of traffic through Hormuz directly threatens its energy imports and global supply chains. Tehran had previously warned, however, that even a regional agreement in itself would not automatically mean the reopening of Hormuz. China is becoming increasingly clearly more than an observer and is emerging as an interested mediator—too much of its energy security depends on this narrow strait. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

🇪🇺🇨🇦 “Associated EU Member” — The EU is offering Canada a status it has never had before. Ursula von der Leyen has proposed opening the way for Canada to become the EU’s first “associated member state.” The idea was raised on September 16 in the annual State of the Union address, in the presence of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and was officially recorded by the European Commission. Such a membership category simply does not currently exist—it would first have to be created. At the same time, Brussels is offering Canada the Alliance for the Future: the integration of the defense industries and cooperation in the Arctic, energy, critical minerals, batteries, AI, quantum technologies, and cybersecurity. If the idea receives a legal follow-up, this could be much more than an agreement with Canada: The EU would effectively create a new level between an ordinary partnership and full membership. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

🇩🇪 New records keep being set for fuel prices On Tuesday, September 15, the average price of Super E10 reached 2.30 euros per liter — already the fourth record in a row. Diesel rose to 2.422 euros, and since the end of August, gasoline has become about 52 cents more expensive, while diesel has risen by 68 cents. ⁠New data were published on September 16. For a standard 50-liter tankful, this means paying about 26 euros more for E10 and 34 euros more for diesel compared with the period before the war with Iran. Merz has already promised relief measures; the SPD is proposing a windfall tax, a price cap is being discussed, and Economics Minister Katherina Reiche prefers targeted payments. The war in the Middle East is becoming a very everyday problem for the German government — it has moved directly from the television news onto the price tags at every gas station. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

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🇩🇪 Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania: AfD 37%, SPD 35%, CDU 7% — WELT A current INSA poll conducted a few days before the state election shows: ▪️AfD — 37%, ▪️SPD — 35%, ▪️The Left — 10% ▪️CDU — just 7%. The Greens are at 5%, while the BSW is at 3%. The gap between the AfD and SPD is within the usual statistical margin of error for polls; therefore, these figures show the current mood rather than the election result. For the CDU, 7% represents an extremely weak starting position ahead of the election in any event. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

Fighting continues across several fronts in #Yemen, from Al Jawf and Marib to Taiz and the coast near Bab al-Mandab, alongside airstrikes, missile and drone operations, and growing attention on air-defense capabilities. The video maps the latest developments and explains the strategic importance of Al Hazm, Taiz and the coastal fronts while separating confirmed information from battlefield claims. video link: https://youtu.be/YEXMTBa7dm4?si=vC0EtxSUsWXw13h6

🇷🇺 Lavrov: Russia is ready for both bilateral and trilateral negotiations — but not for a “breather” Sergei Lavrov said on September 16 that Russia was “ready for both bilateral and trilateral negotiations” on Ukraine. Moscow was expecting proposals from the American side following the latest contacts with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, he said. However, Lavrov added that Russia had “no illusions.” At the same time, Russian representatives emphasize another part of the position: A possible negotiating process must not become a temporary pause for the rearmament and regrouping of the Ukrainian army. That is why Moscow separates its readiness to discuss an agreement from the idea of an unconditional ceasefire during the negotiations. The room for negotiations is indeed expanding, but the central dispute has by no means disappeared — the sides still have completely different understandings of what should happen on the front while these negotiations are underway. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

🇨🇳🛰 China warns the USA: Weapons in orbit will trigger a new arms race The trigger was an unusually direct admission by Washington: U.S. Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink said that the United States has operational capabilities for controlling space in orbit. China then called on the USA to halt the expansion of its military capabilities in space. China’s Foreign Ministry stated that China opposes turning outer space into a battlefield. Chinese state media warn that the American move could trigger a chain reaction: Other states would begin developing their own anti-satellite and orbital systems. The precedent itself is important here. The great powers have long been preparing for conflicts in space, but Washington has now effectively brought the existence of orbital weapons out of the shadows and into official military doctrine. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

🇮🇳🇷🇺 Against the backdrop of US threats, India intensifies military contacts with Russia Almost simultaneously with the US sanctions pressure, the Chief of Staff of the Indian Land Forces, General Dhiraj Seth, arrived in Russia on an official visit. The Indian Ministry of Defence expressly states that the trip, from September 16 to 18, is aimed at ⁠strengthening the defence partnership and military relations between Russia and India. The agenda includes talks with the Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Land Forces, Andrey Mordvichev, a visit to the National Defence Management Centre, and a meeting with Deputy Defence Minister Vasily Oshmakov, who is responsible, among other things, for the defence industry and procurement. Seth will then travel to St. Petersburg. The timing is particularly telling: Washington is increasing pressure over Russian oil, while New Delhi is demonstratively continuing to deepen military cooperation with Moscow as well. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

🇺🇸🇮🇳 Law on 100% tariffs over the purchase of Russian oil passes the House of Representatives The U.S. House of Representatives approved the “Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026” by 262 votes to 159. The bill gives the president the authority to ⁠impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries that continue to buy Russian oil and gas. The document will now be submitted to Donald Trump for signature. The provision concerning India was phrased in an unusually direct manner. During the deliberations, ⁠India was named separately among the countries that could be affected by the new measures because of their trade in Russian energy resources. The Senate version had previously refrained from directly naming countries. For New Delhi, this is no longer merely a diplomatic warning. Once Trump signs it, the White House will have a ready-made legal instrument to exert significant pressure on Russian-Indian oil trade. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN

🇮🇷 Iran proposes a new security system Following talks in Beijing, Abbas Araghtschi presented a more comprehensive vision for the future of the region. According to him, there is “no place for foreign forces” in the new regional security order, and the states of the Middle East should ensure their own security themselves. Iran is effectively proposing replacing the existing architecture, in which the security of the Gulf monarchies relies to a large extent on the American military presence, with a system of regional agreements. This directly concerns US bases in Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and other countries in the region. Tehran’s proposal is extremely far-reaching: it is no longer merely about the Strait of Hormuz, but about an attempt to change the entire security architecture of the Persian Gulf. 💥 Our channel: Node of Time EN