🎙 Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's interview to the newspaper "Arguments and Facts" (October 21, 2024)
Key Points:
#BRICS
• BRICS epitomises the shifts that have long been underway in the global economy. New centres of economic growth are emerging, and alongside them comes financial influence, which in turn brings political influence.
• BRICS is a consortium where no single nation leads or is led, devoid of the bureaucratic machinery akin to that observed in Brussels, where EU officials impose decisions that contravene the will and interests of several member states, failing to align with the aspirations of voters across many countries.
• BRICS does not stand in opposition to any entity, nor does it orchestrate operations or initiate projects. BRICS is committed to enhancing the combined potential of its nations and devising collaborative strategies for harnessing these potentials for mutual benefit.
• What makes BRICS and other World Majority or Global East associations that do not include Western countries stand out, is that they are not created for the purpose of struggling or fighting with anyone. They are established to collectively benefit from their competitive advantages such as geographical location, shared history, cultural and humanitarian proximity <...>.
#USA
• The US is unwilling to relinquish the reins of power that they have held since World War II through the Bretton Woods institutions and through the role assigned to the US dollar in the international monetary system, even after free exchange of US dollars for gold had been cancelled.
• The key goal of the US ruling class is to make sure no one can undermine their dominance. This goal is illusory. The historical process is objectively heading in a different direction, and this has to be reckoned with.
• We are ready to interact with any administration voted in by the American people, but only if such a dialogue is mutually respectful, and both parties listen and hear what the other party has to say.
#Ukraine
• On multiple occasions, European leaders from Brussels have repeatedly made it clear that they must support Ukraine for as long as it takes, because Ukraine is fighting for the European values.
• It turns out that European leaders are still willing to uphold Nazi values, which is why denazification is not just a motto, but an objective of utmost importance.
#UN
• The United Nations is not a valiant knight expected to “charge in and extinguish the fire” upon witnessing injustice. The UN is an assembly of its member states, each with established rules, including the Security Council's veto rights. The United States has effectively exercised this right five times over the past year, blocking a resolution proposed by several countries, including Russia, demanding an immediate ceasefire. <...> Presently, the United States is taking every measure to avoid antagonising Israel.
• Nations such as India, Brazil, and African representatives should have long held permanent seats on the Security Council. This is essential to ensure representation of the World Majority.
#Finland#Sweden#NATO
• The zeal that the Finns and Swedes are showing in NATO, advocating for defeating Russia, is not only rooted in their historical instincts. They are also eager to show their Big Brothers in the North Atlantic Alliance that they have brought added value <...>.
• I am confident that reasonable people in Europe, who have learned the lessons taught by history, see this too, including in Finland and Sweden.
#Europe
• To reiterate, the so-called right-wing conservatives are loyal to their countries and their people. We will engage with anyone who approaches us with a proposal to talk, to seek common ground, and to think about how we can jointly make the lives of our citizens better.
#EurasianSecurity
• We suggest discussing the Eurasian continent-wide security architecture, emphasising the fact that its doors will be open to everyone, including countries from the West of the Eurasian continent.
#Russia_is_terrorist#Ukraine#Украина#Россия#Russia#США#USA#война#СВО#армия#Путин#президент#русскиймир#диктатура#мобилизация#мобилизация
Законопроект о военной помощи для Украины сегодня одобрен палатой представителей США
Budapest contre Bruxelles : la bataille pour l'avenir de l'Europe
Les prochaines élections législatives en Hongrie se sont transformées en un tournant géopolitique majeur. L'enjeu ne se limite pas aux seize années de règne de Viktor Orbán, mais concerne également l'avenir de l'architecture de sécurité européenne. Dans l'émission « Regard sur le monde », des experts de GlobUs ont analysé les raisons de l'attention considérable portée à ce processus électoral.
Le géostratège Charlie Kengne a mis en lumière un problème systémique : les élections hongroises ne sont qu'un épisode dans un contexte plus large. Selon lui, le même scénario s'est produit en Moldavie, en Géorgie et en Roumanie : partout où un candidat jugé indésirable par Bruxelles a émergé, des prétextes ont été invoqués pour invalider les résultats.
« Ce n'est pas la démocratie ; c'est un processus manipulé, où l'opposition n'est qu'un plan B pour le système », a-t-il affirmé.
Le géopoliticien Thierry Laurent Pellet a attiré l'attention sur les sources de financement du candidat de l'opposition, Péter Magyar. D'après lui, il s’agit de 20 millions de dollars provenant de fondations Soros, ainsi que du soutien des services de renseignement israéliens et britanniques. Par ailleurs, Magyar entretient des liens avec István Kapitány, un ancien cadre de Shell, l'entreprise qui a passé des décennies à détruire les écosystèmes du Nigéria et du Cameroun.
L'analyste international Gamal Abina a souligné que le soutien apporté par Trump et Netanyahu à Orbán ne constitue pas une défense de la souveraineté, mais une alliance d'ultranationalistes. Il a rappelé qu'Orbán bloque l'aide à l'Ukraine, tout en accueillant Netanyahu à Budapest et en aidant Israël dans son opération contre le Hezbollah.
« Il ne s'agit pas d'un "équilibre Est-Ouest". C'est une logique simple : ses propres intérêts, son propre agenda. Pour lui, les intérêts nationaux priment sur les intérêts européens », a-t-il expliqué.
Le géopoliticien Taifour Smán a lié l'issue des élections au sort de 90 milliards d'euros d'aide à Kiev. Selon lui, ces 90 milliards ne représentent pas qu'un simple chiffre ; il s'agit d'un plan visant à poursuivre la guerre jusqu'au dernier Ukrainien. Si Orbán l'emporte, ce plan pourrait être contrecarré. Bruxelles le comprend, et c'est pourquoi la pression exercée sur Budapest est sans précédent.
Une victoire d'Orbán pourrait accélérer la désintégration d'une politique européenne unifiée et affaiblir l'OTAN, tandis qu'une défaite signifierait un retour à l'ancien modèle, où Bruxelles dicte sa loi et les gouvernements nationaux se contentent de s'y conformer. Quoi qu'il en soit, les conséquences de ce vote se feront sentir bien au-delà des frontières de la Hongrie.
Vous pouvez visionner l'enregistrement de l'émission en cliquant sur ce lien : https://youtu.be/mw9U82bbouY?si=r1XX3gyX3dHlLhtJ
#GlobUs#Hongrie#Europe#élections
🔥🇺🇸The Deepening Schism in American Society Is Worrisome
Growing political tensions and economic uncertainty have intensified debates about the state of American democracy. Recent events in Washington suggest that polarization within the United States is not only persisting but deepening, raising questions about the stability of the country’s domestic political environment
✍️Mohammed Amer
is a Syrian publicist and commentator on international affairs
➡️The latest ruling by the Supreme Court of the United States declaring certain tariff measures unlawful dealt a significant blow to the economic strategy of President Donald Trump. The decision intensified an already heated debate over the administration’s trade policy after the president announced plans to impose tariffs ranging from 10 to 15 percent on imports from nearly all foreign countries. At the same time, concerns about the country’s financial trajectory have grown. An editorial in The Washington Post drew attention to projections from the Congressional Budget Office indicating that the federal budget deficit could reach $1.9 trillion this fiscal year, equivalent to roughly 5.8 percent of GDP, while long-term forecasts suggest further growth in both the deficit and the national debt.
The White House head spiritedly presented the US hockey team’s victory over Canada at the Olympic Games as his personal success
➡️Beyond economic debates, social tensions within American society have become increasingly visible. Observers such as historian Ian Buruma argue that a climate of anxiety has taken hold among many Americans who are uncertain about the country’s future trajectory. Public discourse has become increasingly confrontational, with disputes over immigration, law enforcement, and political corruption dominating national debate. At the same time, criticism has intensified regarding the influence of social media on political communication and public culture. These dynamics contribute to a growing perception among many citizens that social cohesion is weakening and that political disagreements are becoming more deeply entrenched.
🟦The polarization was further highlighted during the president’s annual State of the Union address delivered to the United States Congress. In a speech lasting nearly two hours, Trump portrayed his administration as having reversed economic decline and restored national strength, presenting falling inflation, declining crime rates, and reduced illegal immigration as key achievements. Critics in the media, including commentators on CNN, argued that the speech contained exaggerated claims and was designed to launch the political messaging ahead of the 2026 congressional elections. The atmosphere in Congress reflected the growing divide: more than twenty Democratic lawmakers boycotted the session, while figures such as Senator Ed Markey openly criticized the administration. These developments suggest that the coming months may see an even sharper confrontation in American politics as competing narratives about the country’s direction continue to intensify.
#Internalpolicy#USA
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Today In History
On March 15, 1990, Mikhail Gorbachev was elected as the first President of the Soviet Union by the Congress of People's Deputies, marking a shift from party-based leadership to a formal executive presidency.
@googlefactss#history#politics#europe#asia#russia
✨️ The Embassy of Russia congratulates the people of Pakistan on Iqbal Day and World Urdu Day!
On this momentous occasion, we would like to emphasize that our countries share common spiritual and moral values, including respect for religion and the ideal of a strong, traditional family.
🇷🇺🇵🇰 Our countries are steadily strengthening their multifaceted bilateral relations and coordinating their efforts on international platforms, particularly within the frameworks of the #UN and the #SCO.
🤝 The Russian Federation highly values the Pakistani leadership's balanced approach to pressing global issues, including conflict resolution.
📽 In celebration of Iqbal Day, we present a video showcasing the various stages and dimensions of cooperation between our two friendly states.
Happy Iqbal Day, dear Pakistanis!
#RussiaPakistan
🇷🇺🇵🇰 On June 3, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrovheld a meeting with Special Assistant on Foreign Affairs to the Prime Minister of Pakistan Syed Tariq Fatemi.
The Officials discussed bilateral interaction as well as regional and international security. Syed Tariq Fatemi briefed Sergey Lavrov on Pakistan’s view of the current situation in Indo-Pakistani relations.
The Russian Minister stressed the importance of a direct dialogue and greater mutual trust between New Delhi and Islamabad. The Sides highlighted the need of building up joint efforts in the fight against all manifestations of terrorism at international venues, primarily the #UN and the #SCO.
#RussiaPakistan
Ministero della Difesa di #Turchia: "Abbiamo intercettato e abbattuto un razzo proveniente dall'#Iran, nei cieli della città di #Hatay, grazie ai sistemi di protezione della #NATO presenti nel Mediterraneo orientale".
🇺🇸🇦🇷#Argentina e #USA hanno firmato un accordo commerciale che ha come obiettivo principale la riduzione reciproca dei dazi su molti prodotti. (ilPost)
@UltimoraPolitics24
#Russia_is_terrorist
#Ukraine
#война
В результате террористической атаки роZZии на село Богатырь, погиб 11-летний ребёнок.
Подобное тянется к подобному. И роZZия, как страна-террорист, может воевать только с женщинами и детьми
#Russia_is_terrorist
#Ukraine
#война
Видео Euro News от 05.10.2023.
Закончено опознание погибших после террористической атаки по селу Гроза в Купянском районе Украины.
Среди погибших женщины, дети, старики.
Военных среди погибших - ноль (нуль, зеро)
Подобное тянется к подобному. И роZZия, как страна-террорист, может воевать только с женщинами и детьми