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Here are ten quotes that should chill the spine of any individual who cherishes his or her freedom and anonymity:
Italian businesses were exposed to severe economic pressure because of the anti-Russia sanctions.
Economic sanctions imposed against Russia over the situation in Ukraine must be canceled at the earliest possible moment, the Italian economy minister said Monday.
"I sincerely hope that we will come to canceling [anti-Russian] sanctions as soon as possible, and that economic partnership between Europe and Russia, as well as Italy and Russia will continue to grow," Pier Carlo Padoan said, answering a RIA Novosti question at a press briefing in Rome.
He stressed that many European and Italian businesses operate in Russia, with some of them experiencing a decrease in productivity, and some even having to close.
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"I sincerely hope that we will come to canceling [anti-Russian] sanctions as soon as possible, and that economic partnership between Europe and Russia, as well as Italy and Russia will continue to grow," Pier Carlo Padoan said, answering a RIA Novosti question at a press briefing in Rome.
He stressed that many European and Italian businesses operate in Russia, with some of them experiencing a decrease in productivity, and some even having to close.
Comment: At this point a "healthy" relationship with Russia is looking like a lot of wishful thinking. The EU has proven that it cannot be trusted, France won't deliver battleships, there's constant fear-mongering over "Russian aggression", and Ukraine is in ashes. There will be no full implementation of a ceasefire in Nazi-run Ukraine. However, canceling sanctions would be a step in the right direction, if there is an independent will still left in the EU 'leadership'. Also see:
- Being a US vassal state is expensive: France to pay 1.1 bn to Russia for cancelled Mistral ships
- Russian response to new sanctions: EU has effectively made a choice against the peace process in Ukraine, Russia has no other choice but counter measures
- The ties that bind: US training Nazis along with a media full of cover stories
The Kiev government constantly delays the implementation of the Minsk Agreement, causing disapproval among European countries.
Critical voices are increasingly heard among the EU countries regarding the unwillingness of the Ukrainian government to implement provisions of the Minsk Agreement, "Deutsche Wirtschafts Nachrichten" reported.
It particularly concerns Ukraine's attempts to delay its implementation and reluctance to realize the decentralization agreed in Minsk.
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It particularly concerns Ukraine's attempts to delay its implementation and reluctance to realize the decentralization agreed in Minsk.
Comment: The EU shouldn't have gone along with Washington's coup in the first place. The mess is on their doorstep now. The Ukraine is now run by a clique of neo-Nazi fanatics, the neo-Nazi battalions are out of control, and there's no telling what those lunatics will do with a wink and nod from Washington. Also see:
- Lavrov calls on France and Germany to take action in face of Kiev's glaring breach of Minsk Agreement
- Top Ukrainian official: Dissidents must 'shut their mouths' or die
- Kiev's poison pill for Minsk 2.0
- How the spin masters construct a hit piece: Bloomberg 'interviews' DPR Leader Zakharchenko
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Paris is expected to fund the compensation from €2 billion that Poland will pay to buy French helicopters, according to Le Journal du Dimanche.
The decision on compensating Russian costs for the Mistral ships hasn't yet been legally formalized; however France and Russia will take another month to set the exact terms of the annulment of the contract for the Mistral war ships.
In addition, Russia will give France the right to resell the two helicopter carriers, the newspaper says adding that some NATO countries have already shown interest in buying them.
Comment: It will be interesting to see if France will try to find a way to weasel out of the deal.
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Israeli Ynet News said the incident took place near the Mount of Olives, and that three of the officers suffered mild injuries, and one suffered moderate wounds on her lower limbs.
Clashes took place in the area after more police units, and ambulances, rushed to the scene to evacuate the wounded officers.
More clashes took place in Silwan, and the Muslim Quarter of occupied East Jerusalem.
Comment: Looks like Israel has its hands full with the increased tensions in the occupied territories. Probably won't be long before this escalates.
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The foreign minister said during a conference in London:
"These calls are unacceptable after all of the destruction Ali Abdullah Saleh has caused. There can be no place for Saleh in any future political talks."
Comment: The Houthi militia is not backing down. It seems a ground war is inevitable.
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This past Tuesday Senator Cardin introduced an AIPAC-backed amendment to a trade bill that seeks to thwart the growing boycott, divestment, and sanctions (BDS) movement. Although it's not yet publicly available, the text of Senator Cardin's amendment is reportedly similar to an amendment that was passed by the House Committee on Ways and Means on Thursday.
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The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) has released the redacted report on the National Security Agency surveillance program following a lawsuit filed by the New York Times in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act.
The report was prepared by experts from the CIA, the Justice Department, NSA, ODNI and Pentagon back in July 2009.
Comment: An upcoming political battle that will get drawn out to the last minute. There is no reason to believe the Patriot Act will change in any significant way. It will be renewed.
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Len Blavatnik (left), Galen Weston (center), Srichand Hinduja (right)
Len Blavatnik (left), Galen Weston (center), Srichand Hinduja (right)
All these gains came flooding in despite surging unemployment rates all over Europe, creeping deflation fears and overall economic slowdown. Moreover, it is becoming increasingly competitive for the rich to find a place among the top 1,000 spot, with a minimum fortune of £100 million required. Sunday Times published its list on April 26, revealing the names of 117 billionaires, with 80 of them residing in London.
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One of Blavatnik's successful assets includes the Warner Music Group, which was purchased in 2011. The third spot went to the Galen and George Weston and family whose estimated worth is £11 billion.
However, some of the billionaires suffered some losses, including steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal, whose fortune dropped to £9.2 billion and Chelsea Football Club chairman Roman Abramovich's assets plunged to £7.29 billion. The list compiles the individuals' land and property as well as financial assets like shares, but excludes bank accounts.
Comment: What are the world's richest up to?
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