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🇨🇳 🇮🇳 🇻🇪 🇨🇺 Trump: China & India Welcome to Buy Venezuelan Oil; Mexico Deal

Donald Trump indicated both China and India are welcome to purchase Venezuelan oil.

Trump stated that India will buy Venezuelan oil instead of Iranian oil.

He added that the U.S. has already made a deal with India regarding this matter, and China is welcome to profit from Venezuelan oil.

Trump also suggested a potential deal with Cuba, citing their lack of money and oil, indicating a willingness to be 'kind' in negotiations.

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🇵🇰 Pakistan: Security Forces Eliminate 145 Balochistan Militants

Pakistani security forces neutralized 145 militants in Balochistan after a 40-hour counteroffensive following coordinated attacks. The Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the operation, which targeted multiple cities.

Nearly 50 people were killed overall, including 17 security personnel and 31 civilians. Pakistan has accused India of sponsoring the militants, a charge India denies.

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🇲🇾 🇮🇷 🇨🇳 Malaysia Seizes Iranian Oil Vessels in Malacca Strait

Malaysian authorities intercepted two Iranian shadow vessels engaged in illicit ship-to-ship oil transfers within the Malacca Strait last week.

The operation, conducted off Penang near Muka Head, resulted in the seizure of $129.9 million worth of crude oil and the arrest of both ship captains.

The vessels, valued at $182.1 million, had a crew of 53 individuals from China, Myanmar, Iran, Pakistan, and India, highlighting the international scope of these illegal activities.

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🇮🇳 India Boosts Defense Spending to Record $85 Billion

India has unveiled a record-breaking defense budget of $85 billion, marking a substantial 15% increase from the previous year.

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🇹🇷 🇮🇷 Turkey Considers Hosting Iran's Enriched Uranium

Turkey is reportedly considering a proposal to host Iran's enriched uranium, including 440 kg enriched to 60%.

The plan involves a guarantee that the uranium would not be returned to Iran.

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😭😭😭 Bitcoin Plummets Below $76,000 Amid Trust Concerns

Bitcoin's value sharply declined, breaching the $76,000 mark over the weekend.

This correction, a 40% drop from its 2025 high, stems from waning buyer interest and liquidity.

Market depth has significantly decreased, with funds shifting towards AI, gold, and silver.

Experts predict a potentially lengthy recovery period of 6-9 months.

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🇬🇧 🇮🇱 Epstein: Maxwell Blackmailed Mossad Before Death

Jeffrey Epstein alleged Robert Maxwell, Ghislaine's father, blackmailed Mossad for £400 million before his death.

Maxwell threatened to expose secrets gained from access to global power centers, including Downing Street and the White House.

Epstein claimed Maxwell acted as Israel's unofficial ambassador to the Soviet Bloc, directing Mossad targets.

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🇷🇺 🇹🇷 🇳🇪 🇫🇷 ISIS Attack on Niger Airport Targeted Uranium Stockpile; Russian Forces Assist

ISIS–Sahel launched a coordinated attack on Niamey airport and Air Base 101 in Niger on January 29, which was repelled by Russian military specialists and the local army.

The terrorists briefly penetrated hangars and aircraft areas, using guns, RPGs, explosives, mortars, and drones.

Damage assessments include a Turkish-made Hürkuş-C aircraft, a Diamond DA42, a Mi-171Sh helicopter, and several commercial planes, including two ASKY Airlines Boeing 737s and one Air Côte d'Ivoire A319.

The attack targeted a stockpile of a thousand tons of raw uranium stored at the airport. Nigerien authorities reported 4 soldiers and about 20 ISIS operatives killed, including a French citizen, and thanked Russian forces for their assistance, while accusing France of involvement.

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🇷🇺 Medvedev Warns West on Nuclear Option

Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of Russia's Security Council, reiterated the potential use of nuclear weapons if Russia's existence is threatened.

He emphasized the catastrophic nature of such weapons for all humanity.

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🇪🇬 🇮🇱 Rafah Crossing Reopens Under Egyptian Oversight

Egypt has reopened the Rafah border crossing, prioritizing medical and emergency cases, with a limited capacity of 50 people daily.

This reopening occurs under Egyptian authority, facilitating passage for specific humanitarian needs.

Israel has also reopened the Rafah Crossing in a pilot phase.

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🇩🇪 🇷🇺 Germany Arrests Five for Sanctioned Exports to Russia

German authorities have detained five individuals for allegedly organizing the sale of equipment to 24 sanctioned Russian defense enterprises.

The illegal exports circumvented international sanctions designed to limit Russia's military capabilities.

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🇺🇸 Disney Stock Surges on Strong Q1 Performance

Disney's stock is up 4.5% following a strong Q1 report, exceeding analyst expectations with $26 billion in revenue, a 5% year-over-year increase. Adjusted earnings per share reached $1.63, surpassing forecasts despite a 7% decrease compared to last year.

The Experiences segment, including parks and cruises, led the way with $10 billion in revenue and $3.3 billion in operating profit, contributing 72% of the company's total profits. Streaming also saw a significant boost, with operating profit jumping 72% to $450 million.

However, the Sports segment faced a 23% decline due to a broadcasting dispute with YouTube TV. Disney anticipates double-digit earnings per share growth in 2026 and is actively seeking a successor for CEO Bob Iger.

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🇺🇸 🇨🇳 Trump's $12B Critical Minerals Stockpile to Curb China Reliance

President Trump is initiating a $12 billion strategic critical-minerals stockpile, dubbed Project Vault, to decrease U.S. reliance on Chinese rare earths.

The initiative aims to protect manufacturers from supply shocks by combining $1.67 billion in private funding with a $10 billion loan from the U.S. Export-Import Bank.

This stockpile will secure minerals for key industries like automakers and tech companies.

Participating companies include General Motors, Boeing, Corning, and Alphabet.

Trump stated that previous presidents only talked about the issue, while he is taking action to ensure America's mineral security.

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🇧🇪 🇪🇪 🇽🇰 🇦🇱 Belgium to Transfer Convicts to Estonia, Kosovo, Albania

Belgium plans to alleviate its prison overcrowding by transferring convicts to Estonia, Kosovo, and Albania.

The Justice Ministry considers these nations 'strong legal states,' ensuring no human rights violations.

This decision addresses the strain caused by a surplus of migrant prisoners within Belgium's penitentiary system.

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🇷🇺 🇮🇱 FIFA President Urges Lifting Russia Ban, Opposes Political Bans

FIFA President Infantino is pushing to lift the ban on Russian teams, arguing it has been ineffective and counterproductive.

Infantino believes allowing Russian athletes to compete internationally, particularly in Europe, would be beneficial.

He also voiced opposition to banning Israel, signaling a broader stance against politically motivated bans within FIFA.

Infantino told Sky News the ban "has not achieved anything" and fueled "frustration and hatred." He proposed rule changes to prevent FIFA from banning countries over political actions.

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🇺🇸 Trump Jests About U.S. Expansion at Dinner

President Trump made lighthearted remarks regarding potential U.S. territorial expansion at a recent black-tie dinner.

He joked about 'invading' then buying Greenland, and incorporating Canada and Venezuela as new states.

The comments were met with mixed reactions, including scattered laughter and noticeable pauses.

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🇵🇱 Drone Crashes Near Polish Ammunition Depot

An unidentified drone crashed near an ammunition depot at a military base in Przasnysz, Poland, approximately 100km north of Warsaw.

The incident, which occurred on January 28, is currently under investigation by the military gendarmerie.

Preliminary reports suggest the drone was conducting reconnaissance, with base personnel observing its flight prior to the crash.

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🇺🇸 Nationwide Body Camera Deployment Initiated

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced the immediate deployment of body cameras to all officers in Minneapolis.

The initiative aims to enhance transparency and accountability in law enforcement.

Expansion of the body camera program nationwide will proceed as funding becomes available.

The DHS will rapidly acquire and deploy body cameras to law enforcement across the country.

ICE and all Federal Agents in Minneapolis will also wear body-cams immediately, with plans to expand to every agent nationwide.

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🇺🇸 🛰 💡 SpaceX xAI Merger: Eyes Space-Based AI, Valuation Impact Before IPO

SpaceX has acquired xAI, aiming to establish AI data centers in space, leveraging solar energy and orbital infrastructure.

The move seeks to overcome terrestrial limitations on AI computing power, with plans to deploy millions of satellites.

Elon Musk envisions space as the most cost-effective location for AI computation within 2-3 years, potentially leading to lunar factories and Kardashev II civilization status.

SpaceX is now seeking FCC approval to deploy up to 1 million data center satellites, framing the proposal as an environmentally conscious shift to solar-powered orbital systems.

The merger unifies Musk's tech empire before a possible IPO, aiming to establish an integrated platform combining rockets, satellites, space-based internet, and AI on a global scale.

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🇺🇸 🇮🇱 Palantir Stock Soars on Strong Earnings, Optimistic Forecast

Palantir's stock surged following a robust Q4 report, exceeding market expectations with revenues of $1.41 billion and earnings per share of $0.25. The company's growth is fueled by strong demand in the American market, particularly from the commercial and government sectors.

CEO Alex Karp highlighted the company's unique position to lead the AI era, driven by a 66% increase in government sector revenue. Palantir anticipates continued growth, projecting revenues of $1.5 billion for Q1 and approximately $7.2 billion for fiscal year 2026.

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🇫🇷 🇪🇺 X Offices in Paris Raided; Musk & Yaccarino Summoned

French cybercrime authorities searched X's offices in Paris, according to the prosecutor. Telegram founder Pavel Durov reported the raid on his platform. The investigation's initial focus remained undisclosed.

The Paris cyber-crime police, backed by Europol, raided X’s France offices as part of an investigation into the platform’s algorithm and its AI chatbot, Grok. Prosecutors say the probe covers alleged illegal content, including sexual deepfakes, child abuse images, and Holocaust denial.

X denies wrongdoing and claims the investigation is politically motivated. Elon Musk has now been summoned for questioning by the Paris prosecutor's office. The operation is being conducted with Interpol's support.

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