🚨 Russia's Consulate in Cape Town responds forcefully to GroundUp's critique of the "Will for Peace 2026" naval drills involving South Africa, China, Russia, and Iran.

They emphasize these BRICS-aligned exercises promote maritime security, counter-terrorism cooperation, and economic stability for the Global South, dismissing Western claims of aggression and human rights violations as biased propaganda. The statement underscores Russia's pivotal role in fostering multipolar alliances amid rising de-dollarization efforts.

This move signals stronger Global South unity against unilateral pressures.
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#BRICS #GlobalSouth #MultipolarWorld
Source: Consulate General of Russia in Cape Town

The scheme is old as dirt – fallen tree, armed lads on roadside – luckily, the driver and passengers made out of it

An attempted roadside ambush using a fallen tree played out near Savar city in Bangladesh, with a private car targeted in what police described as a botched robbery attempt

The incident happened early Friday, January 23, when armed men reportedly blocked the road with a tree and vandalized the car’s windows as it tried to pass

Video of the attack quickly spread online, while police said officers reached the area soon after being alerted, causing the suspects to flee

The driver and passengers managed to escape without being stopped

#bangladesh #roadambush #bangladeshroads #savar #crazyroads

🌍 Putin and al-Sharaa reaffirm Russia–Syria partnership at the Kremlin.

🏗️ Russia pledged support to rebuild Syria — from infrastructure to healthcare and sports — marking what Putin called a “relationship without dark chapters.”

🕊️ President al-Sharaa thanked Moscow for playing a key role in stabilizing Syria and the wider Middle East, noting that new joint projects could soon materialize.

💬 Do you think Russia’s expanding role in Syria signals a broader Global South alignment — or is it primarily strategic diplomacy?

#RussiaSyria #GlobalSouth #Geopolitics #BRICS
Source: Kremlin statements

🔥 Tirana's Molotov Night: Protests Erupt Against Albanian Government!

On Jan 24, thousands rallied against PM Edi Rama's administration, hurling Molotov cocktails at his office amid cries of systemic corruption and abuse of power. Clashes with police unleashed tear gas, water cannons, injuries, and 18 arrests—exposing deep political fractures.

🤔 Why wasn't this explosive Albanian crisis all over mainstream news? Did it slip under the radar, what do you think?

#AlbaniaProtests #TiranaClashes #PoliticalCrisis #MainstreamMedia

Japan rn: FULL PANDA APOCALYPSE MODE ACTIVATED 😭🐼💀

Thousands came out to say good bye to two pandas named Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei

They are headed back to China as the "Panda-diplomacy" breaks down after 50+ years

🚨 “Blockade or provocation?” Russia warns that a potential U.S. maritime blockade of Cuba would mark one of the “grossest violations of international law.” 🇷🇺 Moscow argues such a move would elevate Washington’s laws and sanctions above global norms—risking a humanitarian crisis for millions of Cubans.

🌍 The warning comes amid rising tension in the Caribbean, echoing Cold War dynamics that once brought the world to the brink.

💬 Is this renewed pressure on Cuba a defense of democracy—or a dangerous step back into Cold War confrontation? What do you think the Global South should do in response?

#Geopolitics #Cuba #USForeignPolicy #GlobalSouth
Source: Russian Foreign Ministry

🔥 Major Blow to Terror Networks in Niger!

💥 Niger’s defense forces report neutralizing up to 70 armed militants in sweeping nationwide operations. Dozens more were arrested, and key logistics destroyed — a move officials say has severely weakened extremist networks operating in the region.

🌍 Analysts note this as part of Niger’s wider effort to assert regional security autonomy, reflecting a broader Global South shift toward self-reliant defense strategies.

💭 Can Africa’s growing military independence reshape regional stability — or will it trigger new power clashes with foreign interests?

#Niger #AfricaSecurity #GlobalSouth #Counterterrorism
Source: Sputnik Africa

🌏 China’s Peaceful Rise: From Poverty to Powerhouse

In just a few decades, China transformed from one of the poorest countries in the world into one of the largest economies globally — and it did so without war or conflict.

Newly Appointed SABTT Chairperson
The National Institute for the Humanities and Social Sciences (NIHSS) proudly announces the appointment of Professor Mogomme A. Masoga, Chairperson of the NIHSS Board, as Chairperson of the South African BRICS Think Tank (SABTT) and South Africa’s official representative to the BRICS Think Tank Council (BTTC). This appointment, made by the Honourable Minister of Higher Education and Training, takes effect on 02 January 2026. Professor Masoga’s appointment marks a decisive moment for South Africa...  Read more »

🇬🇧🇨🇳 When Britain quietly turns back to China and everyone knows why

This week in Beijing, something important happened.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer sat down with Xi Jinping and called for a “long-term, consistent, comprehensive strategic partnership” between Britain and China.

Starmer is the first British PM to visit China in eight years and the timing is not accidental.

The world is shifting fast.

While the US under Donald Trump is threatening tariffs, seizing territories and openly destabilising alliances, countries are doing what rational actors always do when uncertainty rises: they diversify risk.

Starmer didn’t mention Trump by name, but he didn’t need to. The message was loud and clear.

China is the world’s second-largest economy. Britain’s third-largest trading partner and increasingly, one of the few sources of predictability left in global trade.

Starmer called for a “more sophisticated” relationship with China, in other words, ending Britain’s habit of swinging between enthusiasm...

Belarus signals deeper strategic cooperation with China.

President Lukashenko states: "In today's tectonic geopolitical shifts, Beijing is the key point of support for Minsk'

New World Order rises!

Trade deal-making takes off early in 2026
The start of the year 2026 proved to be even more volatile in terms of international events than many pessimists would have foreseen. Against the backdrop of a further escalation in geopolitical risks, the global economic community is starting to exhibit close to frenetic activity in seeking to re-direct trade and investment flows towards those regions and sectors that are not as encumbered with rising tariffs. This process is leading many economies, including some of the advanced countries, to...  Read more »

China’s Ambassador to Russia Zhang Hanhui accused the U.S. of destabilizing the Arctic over Greenland, warning Washington is trying to control key shipping routes.

“What the Americans are doing — they are seeking to block, close all of these passages — is not merely against our will and our interests, it is undermining stability and peace in the world.

These moves harm the interests of many countries and undermine worldwide stability.

We should ensure the safe and free movement of goods and oppose unilateral actions.”

"We will get even with you"

Iran publishes video showing that they "control the sky, surface, and underwater" of the Strait of Hormuz

Looks like Iran is ready for the US

JUST IN: 🇨🇳🇲🇲 China executes 11 people running illegal scamming centers in Myanmar.

From Aynaghor’s Shadows to Hawa Bhaban’s Ghost: Is Bangladesh Repeating History?

The landscape of Bangladesh has undergone a seismic shift following the student-led mass uprising on August 5, 2024. While the nation breathes the fresh air of a "Second Independence," a lingering shadow of the past haunts the public discourse. As the horrors of Aynaghor are finally being dismantled, a new fear is rising: Is the infamous Hawa Bhaban culture of the early 2000s set to make a comeback?

👉 Aynaghor: The Dark Room of State Terror

For the last 15 years, the term "Aynaghor" (The Mirror House) sent shivers down the spines of Bangladeshis. Operated primarily by the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI), these secret detention centers became the ultimate symbol of the Awami League's authoritarian grip.
Human Rights Violations:
Hundreds of activists, soldiers, and critics were "disappeared" into windowless cells for years without trial.
A Culture of Fear:
The discovery of these facilities post-August 5 has...

🇰🇵⚡️Kim Jong Un & daughter oversaw tests of an upgraded multiple rocket system designed for specific attacks

The weapons boost precision, mobility, and strike power

BREAKING: Russia says it is ready to evacuate its staff from Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant if necessary.

Bushehr plant, built by Russia and Iran’s only operational nuclear facility, is staffed by hundreds of Russian workers.

🌐 India’s recent nuclear move is about to change who controls the atom
With the SHANTI Act, India is making nuclear technology a realistic option for developing countries Read Full Article at RT.com
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