Minas Tirith Reports

🇩🇪🇺🇸🇬🇧🇮🇷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. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇩🇰🇺🇸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. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇺🇸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. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇲🇽🇨🇺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. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated

🇺🇸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. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇬🇧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. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated

🇺🇸🇨🇳 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. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇿🇦🇨🇩🇺🇳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. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇬🇧🇺🇦🇨🇿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. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇩🇿🇷🇺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. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel | Updated

🇮🇹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. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel

🇮🇷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. Minas Tirith | 24/7 News channel