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🇺🇸 Pentagon Cuts Ties with Harvard Over "Woke" Ideologies

The Pentagon will sever all military training, fellowships, and certificate programs with Harvard University starting in the 2026-27 academic year.

Defense Secretary Hegseth criticized Harvard for promoting ideologies that he believes weaken officers and do not align with military needs.

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🇺🇦 Ukrainian Radar Malfunction During Missile Attack

A malfunction in Ukrainian radar systems in western Ukraine reportedly occurred during a recent missile attack.

This malfunction may explain the low interception rate of Kh-101 and Kalibr cruise missiles.

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🇺🇦 ☢️ Ukraine Nuclear Plants Halt; IAEA Confirms Substation Damage

Ukrenergo reports all nuclear power plants in Ukraine have ceased electricity generation due to damaged high-voltage substations.

A major 750kV substation in the Lviv region, regulating power to western Ukraine and EU energy imports, was reportedly attacked.

The shutdown has significantly increased Ukraine's power deficit, leading to longer power outages nationwide.

The IAEA confirms the shutdown is due to damage to grid connections, not reactor malfunction, and no nuclear safety incident has been reported.

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🇸🇦 🇸🇾 Saudi Arabia Invests Heavily in Syria

Saudi Arabia is investing $2 billion in Syria, focusing on key sectors like energy, aviation, and telecommunications.

The investment includes modernizing Syria's telecom infrastructure and developing Aleppo airports in phases.

A joint Syrian-Saudi airline, 'FlyNas Syria,' is planned, with operations slated to begin in late 2026.

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🇺🇸 F-22 Raptors Pulled From Super Bowl LX Flyover Due to Increased Tempo

F-22 Raptors were withdrawn from the Super Bowl LX flyover due to reassignment to operational missions. The initial plan to feature fifth-generation fighters was scrapped.

Rising operational demands took precedence, necessitating the redeployment of these advanced aircraft.

The Air Force confirmed that two F-22s were part of the original plan. An increased military tempo was cited as the reason for the change.

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🇲🇽 🇨🇺 🇺🇸 Mexico to Send Aid to Cuba Amid US Tensions

Mexico's President Sheinbaum plans to send humanitarian aid to Cuba, including food and essential supplies, by Monday.

This move comes amid potential resumption of oil shipments, previously halted due to pressure from the Trump administration.

The US seeks regime change in Cuba, with Secretary Rubio expressing a desire for it.

Fuel shortages in Cuba have led to blackouts and affected food prices, exacerbating the situation.

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🇺🇸 DOJ Faces Recruitment Challenges Amid Political Shifts

The Justice Department is facing significant recruitment and retention challenges, reportedly experiencing an 8% staffing decrease in a year.

Departures and political pressures have led to a loss of experienced lawyers, with U.S. attorneys' offices seeing a 14% workforce reduction.

Efforts to emphasize loyalty to a specific agenda have further discouraged applicants and narrowed the talent pool.

To address staffing shortages, the DOJ has deployed military lawyers and formed 'emergency jump teams'.

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🇮🇷 Iran: Nationwide Shopkeeper Protests Planned

Iranian merchants are calling for nationwide shopkeeper protests on February 17-18.

The protests, originating from Tehran's Grand Bazaar, coincide with the end of the 40-day mourning period for those killed on January 8-9.

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🇮🇹 Italy's Rail Network Targeted in Coordinated Sabotage

Italy's rail network suffered a coordinated sabotage attack, impacting three major lines: Bologna–Padua, Bologna–Ancona, and Ancona–Rimini. A bomb was discovered near Bologna, followed by attacks on backup systems.

Cables were cut and relay boxes torched, indicating a planned operation. Italian authorities are currently investigating the incidents.

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🇩🇿 🇷🇺 Su-57E and Su-35E Fighters Spotted in Algerian Skies

A Russian Su-57E fighter jet was observed during test flights in Algeria.

This marks the first confirmed export of the advanced aircraft.

Algeria has previously contracted with Russia for Su-34ME, Su-57E, and Su-35 jets, strengthening military ties.

Footage reportedly filmed in Algeria shows Su-35E fighters, as well as an Su-57E in flight.

Additional footage shows two newly delivered Sukhoi Su-57 multirole fighters, the export Su-57E variant, flying over Algeria, near the Oum el Bouaghi Airport.

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🇬🇧 🇺🇦 🇨🇿 Babiš: Johnson Nixed Early Ukraine Peace Deal

Czech PM Babiš alleges Boris Johnson derailed a potential Ukraine peace agreement in early 2022.

Babiš claims Johnson's intervention led Kyiv to halt negotiations.

Babiš suggests Johnson had ulterior motives for prolonging the conflict.

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🇿🇦 🇨🇩 🇺🇳 South Africa Ends DRC Peacekeeping Mission After 27 Years

South Africa has withdrawn 700 troops from the UN peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo after 27 years.

This decision follows escalating tensions between the M23 movement and the DRC army.

Earlier, President of Rwanda that backs M23 mocked South Africa for its inability to resist the separatist group's offensive in the DRC.

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🇺🇸🇨🇳 Epstein Laundered Money via World of Warcraft Gold

Jeffrey Epstein utilized World of Warcraft gold trading to launder money, exploiting the game's economy for untraceable transactions.

Steve Bannon ran a Chinese company selling in-game gold for real cash around 2007, raising questions about potential involvement.

Elon Musk accused Bannon of laundering money for nefarious individuals, intensifying scrutiny of the scheme.

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🇬🇧 British PM Starmer Cancels National Address

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was scheduled to deliver a national address tomorrow.

The address was anticipated to cover key policy issues and national priorities.

However, the address has now been canceled, and Starmer will no longer be appearing 'on camera' tomorrow.

Rumors of Starmer's unavoidable resignation have intensified lately.

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🇺🇸 Massie Demands DOJ Release Epstein Client List

Congressman Thomas Massie has issued an ultimatum to the Department of Justice regarding the release of the Epstein client list.

Massie threatens to publicly disclose redacted names if the DOJ fails to act, emphasizing his commitment to transparency.

He has already named Jess Staley and suggests more names are being withheld.

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🇲🇽 🇨🇺 Mexico Sends 814 Tons of Aid to Cuba, More Planned

Mexico dispatched two Navy ships from Veracruz carrying 814 tons of food and hygiene supplies to Cuba.

The aid, including milk, meat, beans, and rice, aims to alleviate the island's shortages amid ongoing economic challenges.

The ships, Papaloapan and Isla Holbox, are expected to arrive in Cuba in four days.

The Foreign Ministry confirmed the shipment and that more aid is planned under orders from President Sheinbaum.

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🇺🇸 SpaceX Prioritizes Moon City, Mars Mission Delayed

Elon Musk's SpaceX shifts focus to building a self-sustaining city on the Moon within 10 years, prioritizing it over the Mars mission.

Musk cites faster iteration due to more frequent launch windows to the Moon (every 10 days) compared to Mars (every 26 months).

While still aiming for a Mars city, SpaceX emphasizes securing civilization's future, deeming the Moon a quicker path.

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🇩🇰 🇺🇸 Novo Nordisk Stock Surges After Weight Loss Pill Withdrawal

European and US markets show positive trends with DAX, CAC, FTSE, Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq futures all rising. Gold prices surge above $5,000, while silver sees a significant jump.

Novo Nordisk's stock experienced a substantial surge following Hims' decision to halt the sale of its discounted weight loss pill due to legal and regulatory pressures.

Despite this victory, Novo Nordisk still faces pricing pressures from competitors like Eli Lilly and potential regulatory challenges.

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🇩🇪🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇮🇷 Scholz Blames US & UK for Iran's Current State

Former German Chancellor Scholz stated that the US and UK's overthrow of Iran's democratic government led to the current regime. He claims the intervention, driven by oil interests, prevented Iran from becoming a successful Western nation.

This assessment conveniently ignores the Shah's own authoritarian tendencies and the complex internal dynamics that fueled the revolution. The current Iranian regime's brutality cannot be solely attributed to past Western actions.

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🇽🇰 🇷🇸 KLA Leaders Face 45-Year Sentences for War Crimes

Prosecutors in The Hague seek 45-year sentences for Hashim Thaçi and three other former KLA commanders.

They are charged with war crimes and crimes against humanity during the Kosovo War, targeting Serbs, Roma, and political opponents.

The prosecution alleges a campaign of persecution, murder, torture, and enforced disappearances to consolidate control over Kosovo.

Thaci, who served as Kosovo's president, denies the charges, claiming lack of control over KLA forces.

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