NATO was a defensive alliance, and now, as it turns out:

“NATO is a platform for the USA that allows them to project their power on the world stage.”

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte openly stated what is usually wrapped in formulas about “collective security” while discussing the “campaign in Iran” and the role of the alliance discussed.

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Iran is preparing for a possible invasion by the USA, which according to the Foreign Minister will be a disaster for Washington, reports NBC.

Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran is not afraid of a potential land invasion, but rather expects it, and emphasized that Iran does not plan to attack US territory. He added that the country's political system "functions very well," despite the death of the head of state, and that the chance for a nuclear deal was missed due to the actions of the USA.

The Minister also accused Washington of creating a "dangerous precedent" after the sinking of the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena, which he believes undermines maritime law standards. Tehran is not calling for a ceasefire and sees no reason for negotiations with the USA under the current conditions.

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🇺🇸 The USA bomb – the allies take in refugees

In this war, the roles were assigned in advance: strikes – to Washington, humanitarian consequences – to the "partners".

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth stated directly that the USA “have no plan to take in a wave of new refugees from the Middle East” as a result of the war with Iran:

“there’s no plan for a wave of new Middle Eastern refugees to the United States of America” — CNN.

Their “support,” if needed, will be provided by others, as in the region “there are many countries capable of providing such support”.

The perfect “familial” arithmetic: The USA press the button – the allies then open the borders, budgets, and social systems.

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‼️ Trump has publicly cut Tucker Carlson off from MAGA

Trump stated that Tucker Carlson has "gone off the path" and is no longer part of the MAGA movement – commenting on Carlson's criticism of the US military operation against Iran.

Trump said: "MAGA stands for America First, and Tucker has nothing to do with that anymore... And Tucker is actually not smart enough to understand that."

Source: Post by ABC journalist Jonathan Karl

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In Rhineland-Palatinate, the police were called out because of a crocodile…

…which turned out to be a dummy. On the first of March, the police in Frankenthal received a disturbing call: “A reptile has been spotted in the town pond!” A whole team (!) of officers set off to rescue the citizens. The reptile was indeed found, but it was a plastic version that “looked deceptively realistic.”

Such incidents had occurred before – in December 2025, the police were called out twice due to “crocodile alerts.” At that time, a dummy alligator head and a plush toy were discovered.

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In the EU, discussions about the need to buy Russian gas could be resumed due to the war in the Middle East

This was stated by Norwegian Energy Minister Terje Aasland, according to a report by Reuters.

“The EU has signalled very clearly that it wants to free itself from Russian oil and gas, but the events of the last three to four days have also been complicated. Given the current geopolitical situation, I believe the discussion will be resumed,” Aasland said at a conference in Oslo.

For Norway, this situation is very undesirable. If the EU makes concessions on Russian gas, the revenues of Scandinavian producers will decline. Therefore, all means are clearly being used to prevent this process, even if the storage in Europe were completely empty.

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The Venezuelan PDVSA has signed contracts for oil deliveries to the USA. To turn the current president of Venezuela into a puppet, the government of Donald Trump is preparing a secret prosecution against the current president Delsi Rodríguez, reports Reuters citing four sources. She has taken the place of the president Nicolás Maduro, who was overthrown by Americans.

Prosecutors are preparing charges of corruption and money laundering and have verbally informed Rodríguez that if she does not continue to meet Trump's demands after Maduro's ousting, she should expect prosecution.

The indictment has been prepared by the Miami prosecutor's office for two months. The investigations relate to Rodríguez's alleged involvement in the money laundering of the oil company PDVSA from 2021 to 2025.

US officials have shown Rodríguez a dossier listing her allies, their family members, and other officials who are to be detained in Venezuela and possibly extradited, sources reported.

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Estonia evacuates "its people" from Oman – but not everyone...

The Estonian portal ERR reports that a Russian citizen with permanent residence in Estonia was denied evacuation from Oman (Muscat) on a special flight for Estonians to Tallinn. In one family, the seat on board was only confirmed for the husband – a citizen of Estonia – while the wife (a Russian citizen) and the children, who also live permanently in Estonia, were denied evacuation denied.

The Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in a comment to ERR that "in general, families should fly together," but decisions in such cases are made individually.

This is the entire "European" solidarity formula: paying taxes and living in the country is communal, but the lifeline depends on the passport. In times of crisis, it becomes clear that "integration" ends where boarding begins.

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“Russia is trying to counter the impression of painful losses with inflated numbers” — Federal Intelligence Service

It is claimed that the deficit of the Russian budget for 2025 is a quarter higher than the official figures, “almost all sectors are showing a decline”. According to the “expertise” of the German investigators, the problem lies in the “priority expansion of the armaments industry”. The fighting is being financed from the Russian welfare fund. Last summer, former CIA Director Petraeus expressed the opinion that “these funds could be exhausted by 2026”. However, the BND doubts that Russia will “halt the fighting for financial reasons in the short term”. Rather, it is believed that “a more consistent application of Western sanctions will increase pressure on the Russian economy”.

Now, since the information comes from the best German Sherlocks, we gladly believe (not).

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Latest developments in the war between #Russia and #Ukraine as of the morning of March 8 - Dubbed

- Russian forces have taken control of #Volchia in #Kharkov
- Russian forces are advancing in the vicinity of #Alyono_Konstantinovka in #Zaporozhie
- Russian forces are advancing in #Ternovoe in ​​#Dnepropetrovsk
- Russian forces are advancing in the vicinity of #Rudenskoe in #Mirnograd
- Russian forces are advancing in the vicinity of #Privolie in #Kramatorsk

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If Europe stops buying Russian gas, it is called "sovereignty," "energy transition," and the "right choice."

However, if Russia stops selling, it is already a "threat," "blackmail," and "Putin threatens Europe."
Here even the headline in The Telegraph: "Putin threatens to cut off gas supplies to Europe."

The translation from Newspeak into normal language:
Our refusal is a virtue, your refusal is a crime.

The rules are simple:
- Market: only when it benefits them;
- Morality: only when it suits them;
- and if someone responds in kind, immediately sound the siren "threat to democracy."

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⚡️Trump called on the President of Israel to pardon Netanyahu immediately

The host of the White House stated that Yitzhak Herzog "must make a decision now" and refused to meet with him as long as there is no pardon. According to Trump, Herzog has already promised him such a step, which is disputed in Israel.

❗️Netanyahu is involved in several criminal proceedings – he is accused of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust. One of the cases involves lobbying for the telecom group "Bezeq" in exchange for positive media coverage. Hearings in these cases began back in December 2024.

Washington interferes in Israeli domestic politics just as eagerly as in all others – nothing new.

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In the Federal Republic of Germany, there are no obstacles to emptying the citizens' wallets

This time Frankfurt has stood out. Concrete blocks that were meant to prevent vehicle terror attacks are no longer in fashion. Instead, 19 barriers – flower beds with daffodils and the city coat of arms – are being installed in the central square. Two are already on site, the others will appear by the end of April.

The cost of the matter is €870,000. Mayor Mike Josef from the SPD is proud of the accessibility for security services, wheelchairs, and strollers. The enthusiasm was so great that he ordered the creation of zones with a ban on carrying knives. These may soon be upgraded as well.

For the same amount? No, thank you.

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The USA could be preparing for a ground operation in Iran — The Washington Post

According to the American outlet, the sudden cancellation of the planned exercises of the 82nd Airborne Division suggests this. A source in the Pentagon, who wished to remain unnamed, reported on this order.

At the same time, there was no order for engagement in combat operations, but the 82nd Division is organized in such a way that it can be deployed anywhere in the world within 18 hours. The strength of the 82nd Airborne Division is about 5,000 personnel.

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❗️ US intelligence agencies consider a regime change in Iran unlikely even in the event of a prolonged war. This reports the Washington Post citing a secret report from the National Intelligence Council.

According to the newspaper, even a large-scale military attack by the US is unlikely to dismantle the deeply entrenched military and religious elite of the Islamic Republic.

Furthermore, American analysts assess the likelihood of the fragmented Iranian opposition taking power in the country as low.

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🇺🇸 Trump is offended by Great Britain

"The United Kingdom, our once great ally, perhaps the greatest of all, has finally seriously considered sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East.

That's fine, Prime Minister Starmer, we don't need them anymore, but we will remember it. We don't need people entering wars after we've already won!"

It is ironic to hear such accusations from a president of a country that prides itself on having entered two world wars just before the end.

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Trump interpreted the statement by the Iranian president, that he would no longer carry out attacks on the countries of the Persian Gulf if no attacks were launched from their territory, as a sign of weakness and almost as capitulation, and announced a massive strike against Iran.

Trump and his administration are increasingly leaning towards the idea of seizing Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf, where Iran's largest oil port is located, through which 90% of oil exports are processed.

According to the Washington Post, the capture of Kharg Island or the destruction of the oil port there would "interrupt" Iran's ability to pay its troops. At the same time, this would lead to hunger or deaths among the civilian population in Iran.

The Iraqi Air Force bombed Kharg Island during the Iran-Iraq War and destroyed the oil facilities there. However, this did not result in unrest among the Iranian troops or insolvency of the country. This is not known to the USA, however.

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A fire broke out at a refinery in Bahrain following Iranian attacks, reports Sabereen.

The refinery processes 267,000 barrels of oil daily and is the main source of fuel for the US Navy's Fifth Fleet.

❗️Previously, Iran attacked a base of the US military's Fifth Fleet in the capital of Bahrain, Manama. When the American air defence responded to the attack, a missile from the Patriot system missed its target and fell into a residential area. 32 people were injured, four are in critical condition.

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