🇵🇱 🇺🇦 Poland Grants Amnesty to Fighters in Ukraine
Poland has enacted legislation providing legal protection and amnesty to Polish citizens who volunteered to fight for Ukraine against Russia.
The new law eliminates potential prison sentences, previously ranging from three months to five years, for Poles serving in Ukraine's military without official approval.
The precise number of Polish volunteers involved in the conflict remains undisclosed.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
Poland has enacted legislation providing legal protection and amnesty to Polish citizens who volunteered to fight for Ukraine against Russia.
The new law eliminates potential prison sentences, previously ranging from three months to five years, for Poles serving in Ukraine's military without official approval.
The precise number of Polish volunteers involved in the conflict remains undisclosed.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
🇺🇸 DHS Shuts Down Amid Funding Lapse
The Department of Homeland Security has entered a shutdown due to Congress's failure to pass a funding bill.
Negotiations are ongoing, but lawmakers adjourned on Thursday without reaching an agreement.
The shutdown's duration and impact remain uncertain.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
The Department of Homeland Security has entered a shutdown due to Congress's failure to pass a funding bill.
Negotiations are ongoing, but lawmakers adjourned on Thursday without reaching an agreement.
The shutdown's duration and impact remain uncertain.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
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🇨🇳 🇯🇵 🇹🇼 China Accuses Japan of "Lingering" Colonial Ambitions Over Taiwan
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has strongly criticized Japan's Prime Minister for suggesting a Taiwan contingency could trigger collective self-defense, marking a significant escalation in rhetoric.
Wang Yi asserted that these remarks violate China's territorial sovereignty and commitments, deeming them unacceptable to the Chinese people.
This marks a notable hardening of China's stance against perceived Japanese interference in the Taiwan issue.
He characterized the remarks as an "unacceptable provocation" that no Chinese person could accept.
Wang Yi further stated that Japan's honoring of war criminals suggests lingering colonial ambitions and militaristic tendencies regarding Taiwan.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has strongly criticized Japan's Prime Minister for suggesting a Taiwan contingency could trigger collective self-defense, marking a significant escalation in rhetoric.
Wang Yi asserted that these remarks violate China's territorial sovereignty and commitments, deeming them unacceptable to the Chinese people.
This marks a notable hardening of China's stance against perceived Japanese interference in the Taiwan issue.
He characterized the remarks as an "unacceptable provocation" that no Chinese person could accept.
Wang Yi further stated that Japan's honoring of war criminals suggests lingering colonial ambitions and militaristic tendencies regarding Taiwan.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
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🇵🇱 🇸🇪 Poland-Sweden Energy Supply Disrupted in Baltic Sea
Energy flow between Poland and Sweden has been temporarily halted. An underwater cable in the Baltic Sea sustained damage, causing the interruption.
Investigations are likely underway to determine the cause of the damage and restore service.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
Energy flow between Poland and Sweden has been temporarily halted. An underwater cable in the Baltic Sea sustained damage, causing the interruption.
Investigations are likely underway to determine the cause of the damage and restore service.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
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🇺🇦 🇩🇪 Zelensky Warns Against Repeat of 'Munich 1938'
President Zelensky met with NATO Secretary General Rutte in Munich.
The meeting occurred on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference.
Rutte stated he would not be discussing the Kurds.
Zelensky stated that the Ukrainian people deserve gratitude and respect, receiving a standing ovation after his speech. He cautioned against repeating 'Munich 1938' by pressuring Ukraine into unilateral concessions without reciprocal actions from Russia.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
President Zelensky met with NATO Secretary General Rutte in Munich.
The meeting occurred on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference.
Rutte stated he would not be discussing the Kurds.
Zelensky stated that the Ukrainian people deserve gratitude and respect, receiving a standing ovation after his speech. He cautioned against repeating 'Munich 1938' by pressuring Ukraine into unilateral concessions without reciprocal actions from Russia.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
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🇩🇪 🇺🇸 German Chancellor Merz Meets with Gov. Newsom
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with California Governor Gavin Newsom at the Munich Security Conference.
The leaders emphasized the importance of the transatlantic partnership and mutual trust.
Both agreed on the strength derived from unity, particularly within NATO.
Newsom is known as consistent opponent and critic of President Trump. Additionally, the California governor is considered the most likely Democratic presidential nominee for the next election.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with California Governor Gavin Newsom at the Munich Security Conference.
The leaders emphasized the importance of the transatlantic partnership and mutual trust.
Both agreed on the strength derived from unity, particularly within NATO.
Newsom is known as consistent opponent and critic of President Trump. Additionally, the California governor is considered the most likely Democratic presidential nominee for the next election.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
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🇺🇸 🇨🇳 US Clarifies Stance: No Attempt to 'Strangle' China
Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby has reiterated the US is not actively attempting to economically 'strangle' China.
This statement aims to clarify US policy amidst ongoing trade and geopolitical tensions.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby has reiterated the US is not actively attempting to economically 'strangle' China.
This statement aims to clarify US policy amidst ongoing trade and geopolitical tensions.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
🇪🇸 🇺🇸 Spain's PM Urges Nuclear De-escalation, Cites Defense Spending Increase
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez voiced strong opposition to nuclear rearmament at a Munich conference, citing the immense financial burden and risks.
He highlighted that the US is projected to invest $946 billion in nuclear weapons over the next decade, a sum he argues could eradicate extreme global poverty.
Sánchez emphasized the historical understanding that nuclear deterrence poses greater risks than benefits to peace, urging a return to nuclear disarmament efforts.
Sánchez also called for a strengthening of deterrence capabilities in a coordinated and targeted manner, advocating for a true European Army to be built now.
He reiterated that the US needs to accept a more integrated European Union in the future.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez voiced strong opposition to nuclear rearmament at a Munich conference, citing the immense financial burden and risks.
He highlighted that the US is projected to invest $946 billion in nuclear weapons over the next decade, a sum he argues could eradicate extreme global poverty.
Sánchez emphasized the historical understanding that nuclear deterrence poses greater risks than benefits to peace, urging a return to nuclear disarmament efforts.
Sánchez also called for a strengthening of deterrence capabilities in a coordinated and targeted manner, advocating for a true European Army to be built now.
He reiterated that the US needs to accept a more integrated European Union in the future.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
🇳🇱 Netherlands Approves 36% Tax on Unrealized Gains
The Dutch House approved a law imposing a 36% tax on unrealized gains from savings, stocks, and cryptocurrencies.
The tax, slated to begin in January 2028, is still pending Senate approval.
If approved, investors could owe significant taxes even without selling assets.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
The Dutch House approved a law imposing a 36% tax on unrealized gains from savings, stocks, and cryptocurrencies.
The tax, slated to begin in January 2028, is still pending Senate approval.
If approved, investors could owe significant taxes even without selling assets.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
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🇵🇱 🇧🇾 🇺🇸 Poland Completes Belarus Border Fence, Cites US Inaction
Poland's Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski highlighted the completion of a border fence with Belarus, costing nearly a billion euros.
The fence aims to protect Europe from forced migration, a goal Poland shares with the United States.
Sikorski pointedly noted the U.S. has yet to complete its own border fence project.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
Poland's Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski highlighted the completion of a border fence with Belarus, costing nearly a billion euros.
The fence aims to protect Europe from forced migration, a goal Poland shares with the United States.
Sikorski pointedly noted the U.S. has yet to complete its own border fence project.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
🇺🇸 🇩🇪 🇮🇷 Graham Attends Iranian Opposition Rally in Munich
Senator Lindsey Graham attended an Iranian opposition rally in Munich, Germany.
Reports indicate the rally, held during a security conference, included participants from Ukraine and Syria.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
Senator Lindsey Graham attended an Iranian opposition rally in Munich, Germany.
Reports indicate the rally, held during a security conference, included participants from Ukraine and Syria.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
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🇬🇧 Tommy Robinson Exiles Himself From England
Tommy Robinson, a prominent figure on the English right, has reportedly fled England with his family, citing threats.
Reports suggest this departure signals a growing crisis related to the rise of Islamic influence within Britain and a perceived failure of the government to address it.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
Tommy Robinson, a prominent figure on the English right, has reportedly fled England with his family, citing threats.
Reports suggest this departure signals a growing crisis related to the rise of Islamic influence within Britain and a perceived failure of the government to address it.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
🇪🇹 Ethiopian Forces Retake Wereta From FANO Rebels
FANO rebels briefly seized Wereta, a major town in the Amhara region of Ethiopia.
Ethiopian federal forces successfully launched a counter-offensive.
Wereta has been returned to Ethiopian military control.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
FANO rebels briefly seized Wereta, a major town in the Amhara region of Ethiopia.
Ethiopian federal forces successfully launched a counter-offensive.
Wereta has been returned to Ethiopian military control.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
🇺🇸 🇳🇱 🇪🇺 Dutch Minister Hints at F-35 'Jailbreak' Potential
Outgoing Dutch Defence Minister Gijs Tuinman suggested the possibility of 'jailbreaking' F-35 fighter jets to bypass potential US software restrictions.
Tuinman likened the process to jailbreaking an iPhone, implying European nations could modify the aircraft's software independently.
It is unclear whether European nation's sales agreements for the F-35 jets signed with the US even allow unilateral modifications like that.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
Outgoing Dutch Defence Minister Gijs Tuinman suggested the possibility of 'jailbreaking' F-35 fighter jets to bypass potential US software restrictions.
Tuinman likened the process to jailbreaking an iPhone, implying European nations could modify the aircraft's software independently.
It is unclear whether European nation's sales agreements for the F-35 jets signed with the US even allow unilateral modifications like that.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
🇸🇩 🇦🇪 🇨🇳 SAF Destroys UAE-Backed RSF Air Defense System in Sudan
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) successfully destroyed a Rapid Support Forces (RSF) air defense system in Abu Zabad, West Kordofan.
Footage confirms the SAF drone strike targeted what is likely a Chinese-made FB-10A surface-to-air missile system.
The RSF is allegedly backed by the UAE.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) successfully destroyed a Rapid Support Forces (RSF) air defense system in Abu Zabad, West Kordofan.
Footage confirms the SAF drone strike targeted what is likely a Chinese-made FB-10A surface-to-air missile system.
The RSF is allegedly backed by the UAE.
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel
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