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Professor Brian Klass unpacks the truth behind history’s evil leaders, explaining how they so easily acquire power, and how we can change the pattern. Subscribe to Big Think on YouTube ► / @bigthink Enjoy more Big Think podcasts ► • The Big Think Interview How people choose to wield their power affects our daily lives, whether it’s a dictator or simply an obnoxiously officious member of a homeowner’s association. Brian Klaas, a political scientist and author of “Corruptible: Who Gets Power and How it Changes Us,” joins Big Think to talk about the nature of power, the people who are drawn to it, and the ways we can improve how power is wielded within institutions.
20th August 2023
British Royal cousin hosted luxury Kenyan safari for sanctioned oligarch Oleg Deripaska. Seems that the British establishment’s love of Russian money is still going strong in some quarters
Royal cousin hosted luxury Kenyan safari for sanctioned oligarch
A relative of the King is facing questions after arranging a private jet and luxury safari holiday for Oleg Deripaska, the oligarch once known
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19th August 2023
Glad to see that Canada has imposed Magnitsky sanctions thanks to the relentless advocacy of
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Canada imposes Magnitsky sanctions of 15 Russians for their roles in the persecution and politically motivated prosecutions of Vladimir Kara-Murza and Alexei Navalny https://canada.ca/en/global-affa
Maria #Zakharova: The Ukrainian authorities continue their war against the canonic Orthodox Church. By expelling the canonic church from its tenement, the Kiev regime is fulfilling the Anglo-Saxon order to destroy Orthodox culture. https://t.me/MFARussia/17059
20th August 2023
A growing number of incidents has sparked debate over whether convicts should be pardoned for their military service and highlights the challenges of integrating them into society.
20th August 2023
Following the Netherlands, Denmark has agreed to hand over F-16 fighter jets to the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
novayagazeta.eu Denmark agrees to give F-16s to Ukraine — Novaya Gazeta Europe Denmark has agreed to hand over F-16 fighter jets to the Ukrainian Armed Forces for free, the Danish Ministry of Defence said in a
20th August 2023
“Mark Rutte and I have agreed on the number of F-16s that would be provided to Ukraine after our pilots and engineers complete training. Forty-two aircraft. And that’s just the beginning. Thank you, Netherlands!” Zelensky wrote.
novayagazeta.eu Netherlands to hand over 42 F-16 jets to Ukraine — Novaya Gazeta Europe Amsterdam and Kyiv have agreed that the Netherlands would provide Ukraine with 42 F-16 fighter jets, Ukrainian President Volodymyr
20th August 2023
According to the preliminary report, the probe collided with the surface of the Moon.
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20th August 2023
Sofia, aged 6. Killed by a Russian missile in Chernihiv today. Russia must be defeated!
20th August 2023
“F-16 fighter jets will be in the Ukrainian skies. Thank you, Netherlands!”
20th August 2023
Zelenskyi in the cockpit of one of the F-16 fighter jets that the Netherlands will supply to Ukraine. Next to him is Lieutenant General Andre Steur, commander of the Royal Dutch Air Force.
20th August 2023
Shipments of dual-use goods from China to Russia soared several times, bringing the trade between countries to a record high China has also exported some products to Russia through third countries to avoid sanctions, including turbojets, missile navigation systems, and possibly… Show more
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“The weaker ruble is a flashing red light indicating that sanctions are indeed working.”
19th August 2023
Russia pushes North African trade area as Ukraine sanctions bite
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al-monitor.com Russia pushes North African trade area as Ukraine sanctions bite Russia’s influence across North Africa is varied, but regional countries could benefit from discounted Russian hydrocarbons, grain and
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Iran is providing Russia with sanctions busting support and hundreds of drones while, in return, Moscow helped Tehran suppress recent protests, argues
chathamhouse.org Seven ways Russia’s war on Ukraine has changed the world Chatham House experts examine the shifts in geopolitical alliances, security, energy, and supply chains and whether these changes are
20th August 2023
Hungarian companies plan to expand their activities in Russia despite sanctions and political difficulties, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said: https://vk.cc/cqiMFZ
Around 50,000 German companies have gone bankrupt since the beginning of the year, most of them due to sanctions against Russia, according to German newspaper Die Zeit..
“You cannot lead an armed rebellion against your government one month, and then join a high-level summit of the administration you tried to overthrow just a few weeks later. Unless you’re Yevgeny Prigozhin, that is.” Michael Albanese
20th August 2023
Russian flags, symbols of PMC “Wagner” and a photo of Yevgeny Prigozhin at a rally in support of the new Niger authorities in the country’s capital, Niamey.
20th August 2023
I keep getting asked what’s going to happen with PMC Wagner. My answer usually is “no one knows, not even Prigozhin or Putin”, but there are a few things that can be put on the record for the time being, based both on leaks by in-fighting clans, ex-mercs, & phone data (short )
20th August 2023
FRANCE FLEECING AFRICA SIMPLE GUIDE If you want an easy explainer on how France fleeces its former colonies in West Africa, have a listen to these two. American radio personality Ebro Darden talks with German actor of Ghanaian descent Boris Kodjoe. Within a couple of minutes… Show more
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20th August 2023
TYRED OF WASTE? NIGERIA’S SOLUTION Did you know that the world throws away over a billion used car tyres every year? It’s creating a massive pile of waste that’s non-biodegradable and, of course, that’s not good for our planet. But there are ways to recycle them. We meet a… Show more
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20th August 2023
Meanwhile in Niger: “Where was ECOWAS when the jihadists shot our parents? Where was ECOWAS then? Now we put one man down and suddenly ECOWAS exists?” “This war will not be a war between the Niger soldiers and them. This war will be between the people of Niger and them.”
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20th August 2023
Mutinous soldiers in Niger are under pressure from sanctions as they refuse to reinstate the country’s president while fearing attacks from France, an official said after Saturday’s meeting between the new regime and regional bloc ECOWAS. By
Talks between regional bloc and Niger’s junta yield little, an official tells The Associated Press
20th August 2023
Live: As capital of northeast #China‘s Jilin Province, Changchun is a key junction on the China-Mongolia-Russia economic corridor of the Belt and Road Initiative. Join us for a view of the city’s #CBD area. #TheNewSilkRoad #BeautyofLiving
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Ukraine and Sweden have more in common than just flag colours. Centuries of common history, a common current strength, and a future in a safe and free Europe. This is what Ukraine is fighting for, with Sweden’s strong support. I thank the Swedish Royal Family, Prime Minister… Show more
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20th August 2023
Despite Russia’s cruel and cynical attacks, Ukrainians are planning to proudly celebrate Independence Day on Aug. 24. Here are some of the ways they plan to celebrate:
Exhibitions, movies, a marathon — How to celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day around Ukraine
20th August 2023
The total confirmed number of F-16 fighter jets for the Ukrainian Air Force has reached 42. This number is enough to create three squadrons. #StandWithUkraine Source: Militarnyi
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20th August 2023
Telegraph: China arms Russia’s war in Ukraine. China has sent tens of thousands of shipments to Russian weapons firms since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, the Telegraph reported on Aug. 19.
Telegraph: China arms Russia’s war in Ukraine
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