The News And Times - thenewsandtimes.com https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Posts – thenewsandtimes.com News – Google Search RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: #Ireland RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: 🇺🇦🇺🇸 The CIA director is quietly becoming one of the most interesting people in the Ukraine negotiations. Weeks after John Ratcliffe made a surprise trip to Moscow, he has now reportedly met Zelensky at Shannon Airport in Ireland. And the setting makes this even stranger: their planes were apparently refueling, and somewhere in that overlap, the Ukrainian president and America’s spy chief sat down for a conversation whose contents remain secret. That might sound like a chance airport encounter. Except Ratcliffe’s role appears to be expanding. Earlier this month U.S. officials had told European counterparts Ratcliffe was preparing to take a larger role in W #CIA #DIA #Mossad #NATO #Russia #Putin NATO and Russia Strategic Posturing – Gemini NATO to Putin: “We are ready!” #FBI #UkraineWar #Europe #Russia #NATO #Analysis Russia-NATO Hybrid Warfare and Confrontation – Gemini Current assessments do not project a deliberate, World War II-style conventional ground invasion of NATO by Russia in the near term. Instead, defense and intelligence analysts forecast an escalating, highly calibrated campaign of hybrid warfare and “sub-threshold” kinetic strikes. Moscow’s strategic objective is not immediate territorial conquest in Europe, but the systemic fracturing of NATO’s Article 5 mutual defense clause. The Strategy: Paralyzing Article 5 Recent intelligence assessments, including September 2026 briefings from Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, indicat #CIA #DIA #Mossad Russia-NATO Hybrid Warfare and Confrontation #Russia vs #NATO military confrontation: Assessments, #analysis, predictions A direct, full-scale conventional military invasion by Russia into NATO territory remains highly unlikely in the immediate term, but intelligence agencies and defense analysts warn that the risk of a limited military clash or significant asymmetric escalation has entered a window of heightened imminence. Western strategic assessments have shifted from assessing reconstitution timelines (how long it takes Russia to rebuild its military) to actively preparing for gray zone campaigns and calculated border incursions designed to test NATO’s Article 5 collective defense commitment. [1, 2, 3, 4] The following sections syn Russia vs NATO military confrontation: Assessments, analysis, predictions – Google Search RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Ex-Defense Minister Fedorov claimed President Zelensky scrapped plans for wartime elections after learning ex-commander Valerii Zaluzhny would run. Fedorov argued Ukraine should hold elections to reset leadership priorities. #CIA #FBI #Mossad Putin vs Europe RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Following up on the White House’s blitz of removing sanctions on Belarus, the EU steps in to to their part to ensure Putin can circumvent sanctions. Remember, Usmanov used to hold all the biggest online companies for Putin after he stole them from the owners. RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: EU countries have decided to lift sanctions on Russian oligarchs Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman EU ambassadors agreed to drop the measures against them unless any government objects in the next few hours, Reuters reported The deal is part of a package that extends sanctions on thousands of other Russian people and firms for three years instead of the usual six or twelve months. The rollover of about 3,000 listings is due by Tuesday. France joined Slovakia in pushing Usmanov off the list. Luxembourg, sued by Fridman over frozen assets, said it could not defend keeping him listed if Usmanov walked free alone. Photo: Usmanov and Putin #Putin #Russia #Trump #CIA #FBI #Mossad Putin vs Europe Putin vs Europe RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: BREAKING: Trump will meet with Zelensky in New York City tomorrow afternoon #Putin #Europe #Russia Putin vs Europe Tensions between Russian President Vladimir Putin and European nations have escalated dramatically, marked by sharp diplomatic warnings, intensified hybrid warfare, and explicit statements regarding preparations for potential military conflict. [1, 2] The friction between Putin and Europe spans several critical fronts: 1. Hybrid Warfare and “Accidental” Incursions European intelligence agencies and political leaders have reported a sharp uptick in Russian hybrid operations designed to undermine Western resolve and test NATO boundaries. [2, 3] The “Accident” Strategy: Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and other NATO officials have warned that Russia may #CIA #Putin #Putinology Understanding Vladimir Putin, the man who fooled the world | Vladimir Putin | The Guardian Vladimir Putin was annoyed – or maybe just bored. The Russian leader had been patiently fielding questions from a small group of international journalists in the restaurant of a modest hotel in Davos. Then one of the queries seemed to irritate him. He stared back at the questioner, an American, and said slowly, through an interpreter: “I’ll answer that question in a minute. But first let me ask you about the extraordinary ring you have on your finger.” All heads in the room sw Articles and Tweets Understanding Vladimir Putin, the man who fooled the world | Vladimir Putin | The Guardian Understanding Vladimir Putin, the man who fooled the world Sunday September 20th, 2026 at 7:21 PM The Guardian 1 Share Vladimir Putin was annoyed – or maybe just bored. The Russian leader had been patiently fielding questions from a small group of international journalists in the restaurant of a modest hotel in Davos. Then one of the queries seemed to irritate him. He stared back at the questioner, an American, and said slowly, through an interpreter: “I’ll answer that question in a minute. But first Putin vs Europe – Google Search Tensions between Russian President Vladimir Putin and European nations have escalated dramatically, marked by sharp diplomatic warnings, intensified hybrid warfare, and explicit statements regarding preparations for potential military conflict. [1, 2] The friction between Putin and Europe spans several critical fronts: 1. Hybrid Warfare and “Accidental” Incursions European intelligence agencies and political leaders have reported a sharp uptick in Russian hybrid operations designed to undermine Western resolve and test NATO boundaries. [2, 3] The “Accident” Strategy: Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and other NATO officials have warned that Russia may execute russia ukraine europe – Google Search RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Trump says Russia ‘lost control of its Diesel Oil Industry’ after Ukraine drone attacks, calls for end to ‘ridiculous’ war Ukraine’s Massive Drone Offensive today – Google Search #CIA #FBI #Mossad NEWS #News #Security #AIReports Global Geopolitical and Defense Briefing – Gemini – 7:30 AM Here is your morning intelligence and geopolitical news briefing: Global Conflict & Middle Eastern Security Ukraine’s Massive Drone Offensive: In what is being described as the largest attack of its kind on Moscow, Ukraine has launched over 1,000 drones targeting Russian territory. The strikes coincide with the final day of Russia’s wartime parliamentary elections, where the ruling party is dominating early results. Iran Nuclear Tensions & Threats: Iranian MPs are pushing for an exit from the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), with Tehran warning the world will be “ast #News #Security #AIReports Global Geopolitical and Defense Briefing – Gemini – 7:30 AM Here is your morning intelligence and geopolitical news briefing: Global Conflict & Middle Eastern Security Ukraine’s Massive Drone Offensive: In what is being described as the largest attack of its kind on Moscow, Ukraine has launched over 1,000 drones targeting Russian territory. The strikes coincide with the final day of Russia’s wartime parliamentary elections, where the ruling party is dominating early results. Iran Nuclear Tensions & Threats: Iranian MPs are pushing for an exit from the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), with Tehran warning the world will be “ast #News #Security #AIReport News Three major news organizations are suing President Donald Trump to overturn a newly instituted White House press ban. Meanwhile, international tensions rise with Iran ahead of a UN meeting, and Germany’s political landscape faces a shakeup following a historic election defeat for Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s party. [1, 2, 3, 4] 🇺🇸 Domestic & Political News White House Press Lawsuit: CNN, MS NOW, and Politico announced a joint lawsuit against President Trump. The suit seeks to overturn a Friday directive that barred their journalists from entering the White House grounds. The administration accused the outlets of publishing “lies,” while the news organizations RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: 🚨 Breaking; 🇷🇺🇬🇧 Responding directly to London regarding the UK’s increasing military aid to Ukraine, Russia has stated that it will not remain silent this time. Moscow summoned a British diplomatic representative to lodge a formal protest over the supply of weapons. However, Britain’s stance is clear—London has affirmed that it will stand by Ukraine under all circumstances. Diplomatic tensions between Russia and Europe are escalating further due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Putin wins record number of seats in sham election after anti-war party was banned from taking part RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Members of the Albanian-Udi Christian religious community in Azerbaijan have visited the Ganjasar monastery located in the village of Vangli, a correspondent of Report informs from Aghdara. The Ganjasar monastery complex, dating back to the 13th century, is considered one of the important examples of Albanian Christian heritage. The monastery, located on the left bank of the Khachin River, was one of the central residences of the Albanian Church in the Middle Ages. The foundation of the monastery was laid in 1216, and the construction work was completed in the 13th century. The representatives, visiting the Ganjasar monastery for the first time, are performing RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Zelenskyy stated that he has agreed with Trump to meet in New York. “This meeting could change a lot. There is diplomatic momentum,” said the Western servant. He also thanked Trump for signing the Lindsey Graham law on “hellish sanctions” against Russia. How much does this president enjoy groveling before his masters? RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: đź”´ BREAKING: President Vladimir Putin’s United Russia party has won a record number of 355 seats in Russia’s 450-seat Duma, the lower house of parliament, according to preliminary results released by electoral chief Ella Pamfilova. RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: 🚨 ALERT: In a jaw-dropping escalation, Russian President Vladimir Putin appeared in full combat uniform and issued a dire warning to Ukraine: “If Kiev refuses peace, Russia will crush all its goals in the Special Military Operation through PURE MILITARY FORCE!” FOLLOW ME, THE NEXT DROP WILL BE SHOCKING RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Non anni, ma mesi: i servizi segreti 🇪🇺 avvertono di una possibile intensificazione delle azioni della russia di #Putin contro la #NATO Si prevedono: – invasione limitata nel territorio della NATO, – provocazioni sotto falsa bandiera, – una massiccia campagna di disinformazioni Indipendentemente dallo scenario, la campagna di sabotaggio russa in Europa si intensificherĂ  e diventerĂ  piĂą precisa: — dagli incendi dolosi casuali alle infrastrutture ferroviarie, alla logistica di supporto all’Ucraina e alle imprese della difesa. L’incidente con il drone all’aeroporto di Lipsia è un “cambio di rotta”. La tattica di #Putin è l'”escalation per la de-escalation”… – f RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: #KashPatel #FBI… RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Russia could launch attack on Nato within ‘months not years’, Western spy chiefs warn as Putin celebrates election win #Russia #Ukraine #War russia ukraine war – Google Search #CIA #FBI #Mossad #Ukraine #Moscow #FlamingoMissile Ukraine deploys new 6-ton missile to hit Moscow and Russian refineries -and the result was devastating. Ukraine deployed its massive new 6-ton FP-5 Flamingo cruise missile alongside a historic wave of over 1,000 drones in an unprecedented bombardment targeting Moscow and Russian oil refineries on Sunday, September 20, 2026. [1, 2] The attack caused catastrophic damage to the Gazpromneft-Moscow Oil Refinery in Kapotnya, a critical facility located just 10 miles from the Kremlin that supplies roughly 40% of the Russian capital’s fuel and powers its war machine. [2, 3, 4] Key Details of the Strategic Strike The “Flamingo” Missile: Designed and manufactured dome RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: There is a hidden part of Russia’s war against Ukraine: recruiting young people to attack their own country. Many of the recruited children are impoverished and are lured into betraying Ukraine with relatively small offers of money, authorities said. Understanding Vladimir Putin, the man who fooled the world RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Russia retaliates against record drone blitz with Kyiv warehouse strike Understanding Vladimir Putin, the man who fooled the world RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: European spy chiefs say Russia campaign against NATO could be ‘months, not years’ away in grim warning RT by @mikenov: RT by @mikenov: Ukraine proposed European allies transfer stockpiled Patriot missiles now and replenish them later with newly produced interceptors, MP Yehor Chernev said. Chernev noted Ukraine’s daily war costs have risen to $190 million amid budget gaps.