🇺🇸 🇳🇱 🇪🇺 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.
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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.
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🇸🇩 🇦🇪 🇨🇳 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.
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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.
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🇺🇸 🇬🇧 Trump Meets with Former UK PM Liz Truss
President Trump met with former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss at his Palm Beach golf course.
Truss became the shortest serving British PM after succeeding Boris Johnson.
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President Trump met with former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss at his Palm Beach golf course.
Truss became the shortest serving British PM after succeeding Boris Johnson.
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🇨🇳 🇬🇧 🇨🇦 China Extends Visa-Free Entry to UK & Canada
China has granted visa-free entry for British and Canadian passport holders for tourism, business, and family visits, effective February 17th through December 31st.
This policy permits stays of up to 30 days.
The United States remains the sole 'Five Eyes' nation excluded from this visa-free arrangement.
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China has granted visa-free entry for British and Canadian passport holders for tourism, business, and family visits, effective February 17th through December 31st.
This policy permits stays of up to 30 days.
The United States remains the sole 'Five Eyes' nation excluded from this visa-free arrangement.
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🇪🇺 🇭🇺 EU Softens Stance on Orbán Before Hungarian Election
The European Commission is reportedly softening its criticism of Viktor Orbán's government ahead of Hungary's April 12 election to avoid accusations of interference.
Brussels is considering releasing up to €2.4 billion in EU funds, despite €17 billion remaining frozen due to rule-of-law concerns.
Both Orbán and the opposition Tisza Party have urged the EU to show restraint during the campaign, fearing political exploitation of any action or inaction.
The Financial Times reports that the opposition Tisza Party is currently leading in the polls.
Orbán continues to accuse the EU of meddling, while officials fear any action, or inaction, will be politicized during the campaign.
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The European Commission is reportedly softening its criticism of Viktor Orbán's government ahead of Hungary's April 12 election to avoid accusations of interference.
Brussels is considering releasing up to €2.4 billion in EU funds, despite €17 billion remaining frozen due to rule-of-law concerns.
Both Orbán and the opposition Tisza Party have urged the EU to show restraint during the campaign, fearing political exploitation of any action or inaction.
The Financial Times reports that the opposition Tisza Party is currently leading in the polls.
Orbán continues to accuse the EU of meddling, while officials fear any action, or inaction, will be politicized during the campaign.
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🇺🇸 🇮🇷 Oil Prices Surge Amid US-Iran Tensions
Oil prices have spiked to levels unseen since last summer, fueled by escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
Market analysts anticipate a potential U.S. military action against Iran, raising concerns about disruptions to oil supplies from the Persian Gulf.
WTI crude oil contracts have reached a six-month high, reflecting the market's sensitivity to geopolitical instability in the Middle Eastern region.
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Oil prices have spiked to levels unseen since last summer, fueled by escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
Market analysts anticipate a potential U.S. military action against Iran, raising concerns about disruptions to oil supplies from the Persian Gulf.
WTI crude oil contracts have reached a six-month high, reflecting the market's sensitivity to geopolitical instability in the Middle Eastern region.
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🇺🇸 🇩🇰 🇬🇱 Graham-Frederiksen Exchange Sparks Controversy
Senator Lindsey Graham reportedly engaged in a heated exchange with Danish PM Mette Frederiksen and Greenland’s Premier Jens-Frederik Nielsen at a Munich meeting.
Graham allegedly referred to Frederiksen as "little lady" and emphasized President Trump's power, leading to discomfort among some U.S. participants.
Danish officials deemed Graham's behavior inappropriate, with Senator Slotkin reportedly leaving the meeting.
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Senator Lindsey Graham reportedly engaged in a heated exchange with Danish PM Mette Frederiksen and Greenland’s Premier Jens-Frederik Nielsen at a Munich meeting.
Graham allegedly referred to Frederiksen as "little lady" and emphasized President Trump's power, leading to discomfort among some U.S. participants.
Danish officials deemed Graham's behavior inappropriate, with Senator Slotkin reportedly leaving the meeting.
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🇺🇸 Wexner Attorney Threatens Client During Deposition
Michael Levy, attorney of former CEO of Victoria's Secret Les Wexner, reportedly threatened his client during a House Oversight Committee deposition related to the Epstein investigation.
Levy was overheard telling Wexner, "I’ll fucking kill you if you answer another question with more than five words, ok?"
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Michael Levy, attorney of former CEO of Victoria's Secret Les Wexner, reportedly threatened his client during a House Oversight Committee deposition related to the Epstein investigation.
Levy was overheard telling Wexner, "I’ll fucking kill you if you answer another question with more than five words, ok?"
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🇪🇺 🇺🇦 EU Demands Ukraine Legalize Same-Sex Unions
The European Commission is pressuring Ukraine to legalize same-sex unions as a condition for EU membership talks.
This demand is part of Brussels' broader effort to align Ukrainian law with EU standards on non-discrimination and human rights.
Compliance will be given particular attention during the accession process.
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The European Commission is pressuring Ukraine to legalize same-sex unions as a condition for EU membership talks.
This demand is part of Brussels' broader effort to align Ukrainian law with EU standards on non-discrimination and human rights.
Compliance will be given particular attention during the accession process.
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🇺🇸 Trump Accuses Obama of Alien Info Leak
Former President Trump accused Barack Obama of divulging classified information regarding extraterrestrial life.
Trump stated Obama 'gave classified information' and 'he's not supposed to be doing that'.
Trump neither confirmed nor denied the existence of aliens, but emphasized the alleged security breach.
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Former President Trump accused Barack Obama of divulging classified information regarding extraterrestrial life.
Trump stated Obama 'gave classified information' and 'he's not supposed to be doing that'.
Trump neither confirmed nor denied the existence of aliens, but emphasized the alleged security breach.
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🇺🇸 - RTX (Raytheon) released computer generated video of the upcoming 6th generation fighter jet F-47 that will be manufactured for the US Air Force.
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🇧🇾 🇺🇸 Belarus Delegation Denied US Visas for Peace Meeting
Belarus' delegation was denied visas to attend the Board of Peace's inaugural meeting in Washington.
The Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs questioned the sincerity of the peace initiative given the denial.
Reports suggest Trump was displeased with Lukashenko's plan to send his foreign minister instead.
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Belarus' delegation was denied visas to attend the Board of Peace's inaugural meeting in Washington.
The Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs questioned the sincerity of the peace initiative given the denial.
Reports suggest Trump was displeased with Lukashenko's plan to send his foreign minister instead.
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🇵🇸 🇪🇬 Gaza: Recruitment for New Palestinian Police Force Begins
Yesterday, recruitment has commenced for a new Palestinian police force in Gaza, with 2,000 applicants in the initial hours.
The force, operating under the National Committee and trained in Egypt, aims to disarm factions and centralize weapons under civilian control.
This initiative seeks to establish a unified security apparatus within Gaza.
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Yesterday, recruitment has commenced for a new Palestinian police force in Gaza, with 2,000 applicants in the initial hours.
The force, operating under the National Committee and trained in Egypt, aims to disarm factions and centralize weapons under civilian control.
This initiative seeks to establish a unified security apparatus within Gaza.
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🇰🇿 🇺🇸 🇦🇷 Kazakhstan's "Trump Peace Award" Gains Momentum
Kazakhstan's President Tokayev has proposed establishing a "President Trump’s Award of the Board of Peace."
The award aims to recognize Trump's outstanding achievements in peacebuilding.
Tokayev emphasized the need for concrete actions to build lasting peace.
Argentina's President Milei expressed support, citing Trump's leadership and the importance of peace based on human rights. Milei stated that Argentina believes in diplomacy that takes risks to achieve peace and supports the Board of Peace framework.
President Trump stated the group will make Gaza an example of success, safety, and unity, citing commitments from powerful and wealthy nations, including the United States. Tokayev specifically proposed a "special Peace Council award named after President Trump".
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Kazakhstan's President Tokayev has proposed establishing a "President Trump’s Award of the Board of Peace."
The award aims to recognize Trump's outstanding achievements in peacebuilding.
Tokayev emphasized the need for concrete actions to build lasting peace.
Argentina's President Milei expressed support, citing Trump's leadership and the importance of peace based on human rights. Milei stated that Argentina believes in diplomacy that takes risks to achieve peace and supports the Board of Peace framework.
President Trump stated the group will make Gaza an example of success, safety, and unity, citing commitments from powerful and wealthy nations, including the United States. Tokayev specifically proposed a "special Peace Council award named after President Trump".
Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated
🇻🇪 Venezuela Approves Amnesty for Political Prisoners
Venezuela's Parliament has approved an amnesty bill for political prisoners prosecuted since 1999.
The legislation excludes individuals convicted of serious crimes such as homicide, drug trafficking, corruption, and human rights violations.
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Venezuela's Parliament has approved an amnesty bill for political prisoners prosecuted since 1999.
The legislation excludes individuals convicted of serious crimes such as homicide, drug trafficking, corruption, and human rights violations.
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🇺🇸 🇨🇳 Texas AG Paxton Escalates Fight Against Chinese Tech
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is aggressively targeting Chinese tech firms, filing suit against Temu for alleged spyware tactics and deceptive marketing.
Paxton also sued TP-Link, accusing the router company of misleading consumers about its manufacturing origins and security vulnerabilities exploited by Chinese actors.
The lawsuit against TP-Link seeks injunctions based on national security concerns, while TP-Link denies Chinese government control and vows to fight the allegations.
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is aggressively targeting Chinese tech firms, filing suit against Temu for alleged spyware tactics and deceptive marketing.
Paxton also sued TP-Link, accusing the router company of misleading consumers about its manufacturing origins and security vulnerabilities exploited by Chinese actors.
The lawsuit against TP-Link seeks injunctions based on national security concerns, while TP-Link denies Chinese government control and vows to fight the allegations.
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🇵🇱 Poland Resumes Anti-Personnel Mine Production After Treaty Exit
Poland has withdrawn from the Ottawa Convention, signaling a shift in its defense strategy.
Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk announced plans to begin mass production of anti-personnel mines.
This decision marks a departure from non-proliferation efforts.
Poland had previously destroyed over 1 million anti-personnel mines by 2016.
Baltic countries have also completed their exits from the treaty.
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Poland has withdrawn from the Ottawa Convention, signaling a shift in its defense strategy.
Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk announced plans to begin mass production of anti-personnel mines.
This decision marks a departure from non-proliferation efforts.
Poland had previously destroyed over 1 million anti-personnel mines by 2016.
Baltic countries have also completed their exits from the treaty.
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🇺🇸 🇪🇺 US Warns EU Again Over "Buy European" Defense Procurement
The Pentagon has issued a stern warning to the EU regarding its proposed "Buy European" defense procurement rules. Washington strongly opposes any measures that would exclude U.S. firms from European defense contracts.
The U.S. views such policies as protectionist and exclusionary, potentially leading to retaliatory measures. Washington may review waivers under existing defense trade deals, restricting EU firms’ access to U.S. contracts.
Despite the warnings, nearly two-thirds of EU arms imports originate from the United States.
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The Pentagon has issued a stern warning to the EU regarding its proposed "Buy European" defense procurement rules. Washington strongly opposes any measures that would exclude U.S. firms from European defense contracts.
The U.S. views such policies as protectionist and exclusionary, potentially leading to retaliatory measures. Washington may review waivers under existing defense trade deals, restricting EU firms’ access to U.S. contracts.
Despite the warnings, nearly two-thirds of EU arms imports originate from the United States.
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🇺🇸 🇸🇦 US Eases Nuclear Safeguards for Saudi Arabia
The U.S. has informed Congress of a potential civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia, relaxing previous non-proliferation safeguards.
Reports indicate Riyadh may begin uranium enrichment on its soil as part of the deal.
This move signals a shift in U.S. policy towards nuclear cooperation in the Middle East.
The administration's report indicates it is not seeking the Additional Protocol, raising concerns among nonproliferation experts. The draft agreement leaves open the possibility of Saudi enrichment and reprocessing activities.
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The U.S. has informed Congress of a potential civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia, relaxing previous non-proliferation safeguards.
Reports indicate Riyadh may begin uranium enrichment on its soil as part of the deal.
This move signals a shift in U.S. policy towards nuclear cooperation in the Middle East.
The administration's report indicates it is not seeking the Additional Protocol, raising concerns among nonproliferation experts. The draft agreement leaves open the possibility of Saudi enrichment and reprocessing activities.
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🇪🇺🇪🇪 Kaja Kallas's Isolation Deepens
Head of the EU's diplomacy Kaja Kallas appears increasingly isolated.
Reports indicate a lack of communication between Kallas and foreign ministers from numerous European nations.
Even the U.S. Secretary of State seemingly avoids contact.
Medvedev claims Kallas is so irrelevant that even EU diplomats avoid her. He added that in Washington, they barely know who she is.
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Head of the EU's diplomacy Kaja Kallas appears increasingly isolated.
Reports indicate a lack of communication between Kallas and foreign ministers from numerous European nations.
Even the U.S. Secretary of State seemingly avoids contact.
Medvedev claims Kallas is so irrelevant that even EU diplomats avoid her. He added that in Washington, they barely know who she is.
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