Summary of today’s Essential Eight: 1. On last week’s Politburo meeting and all those Xi rumors – Dr. Holly Snape has written an excellent piece examining Politburo’s discussion of the “Regulations on Party Centre Decision Making, Discussion and Coordinating Body Work”: Speculation about the June politburo meeting readout is feeding rumours of Xi Jinping, General…
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Commie Jew-Hating Mamdani’s Past Coming Back to Haunt Him
New York City’s heir apparent mayoral candidate, Muslim Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani, has a past riddled with communist moves and proclamations, as well as Jew-hatred, that is surfacing despite his best efforts to quell it. Zohran’s father was a raging antisemite His father is a radical antisemite as well. No shock there. Mahmood Mamdani, who…
Ukraine is testing America’s limits
President Joe Biden once promised Ukraine “whatever it takes” in American support “for as long as it takes”. While this rhetoric was meant to be inspiring, it was a flippant and unrealistic promise from the outset. And now it rings hollow. Although Donald Trump has promised to send more weapons to Ukraine, the administration is…
How the West can beat the rest
Why did so many insist that regime change had to be the aim of any war against Iran? They paid no attention when Washington and Jerusalem both denied any intention of trying to change Iran’s government — and some persisted in pointing out the severe pitfalls of “regime change” even after Trump’s ceasefire order had abruptly ended…
Will small nationalisms remake Europe?
San Candido is Italy — if only someone would tell the locals. Even before you arrive, past needle peaks and pine trees, you’ll notice the road signs: “Innichen” defiantly above, “S. Candido” almost a nickname below. Once you reach the centre, the houses are all Alpine shutters, and the villagers cry “Grüss Gott” (God bless)…
Erin Patterson’s toxic femininity
If you are a woman, and you have fantasised about murdering a lover, I would wager you thought about using poison. We are seven times more likely to use poison than a man — unless we are Vladimir Putin. Men kill more, of course, and are more likely to be killed. But in every other…
Why publishing loves tall tales
In 2006, 21st century literature was put through a struggle session on American television. In the public pillory was James Frey, author of the misery memoir A Million Little Pieces, which one critic had declared, “the War and Peace of addiction”. The success of Frey’s book was exponentially boosted by its selection as one of…
EXPOSED: Texas Imam Yasir Qadhi Trains Operatives in Turkey with Banned Muslim Brotherhood Leader—Praises Osama bin Laden’s Mentor and Mastermind Behind al-Qaeda and ISIS
Imam Yasir Qadhi, the ideological architect behind the controversial EPIC City project in Texas, has once again exposed his alignment with and admiration for prominent Islamic supremacists. Their strict and dangerous adherence to doctrinal Islam poses a direct threat to American security and civil cohesion. In a widely circulated interview hosted on EPIC Mosque’s YouTube…
France detains Russian basketball star at request of US – AFP
Daniil Kasatkin is accused of being a member of a ransomware gang Russian basketball player Daniil Kasatkin has been detained in France at the request of the US on suspicion of being a member of a hacker group, AFP reported on Wednesday evening. Kasatkin, a point guard who plays for Russia’s national team, was detained…
Senior EU diplomat blames global crises for being late to parliament
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has cited two wars and a trade dispute as the reason for his delay Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has lamented that he is overwhelmed by international crises, calling himself “the unluckiest minister in history.” Tajani said that on Tuesday after arriving late to a conference being held in the…
Patriots ‘very expensive’ – Trump
The US President has said he will “have to take a look” at a Ukrainian request for another unit of the US-made air defense system US President Donald Trump has said that the Patriot air defense system, another unit of which Ukraine has reportedly asked for, is “very expensive.” He added that the request was…
Dmitry Trenin: This is a long war, and it’s not just about Ukraine
For Moscow, the real war is global, and it’s just begun The trademark style of the current US president, Donald Trump, is verbal spectacle. His statements – brash, contradictory, sometimes theatrical – should be monitored, but not overestimated. They are not inherently favorable or hostile to Russia. And we must remember: Trump is not the…
Hamas to release ten Israeli hostages
The move is intended to demonstrate “necessary flexibility” and ensure the success of ceasefire talks, the Palestinian group has said The Palestinian militant group Hamas announced on Wednesday it would release ten Israeli hostages to show its goodwill and speed up the process of reaching a “comprehensive agreement” to end the hostilities with Israel. The…
Servicemen arrested in Canada over ‘terrorist’ plot
Members of a would-be “anti-government militia” had been amassing arms to seize land in Quebec City, police have said Canadian police have detained two active servicemen and two other individuals with links to the country’s military as part of an anti-terrorism case. The suspects allegedly sought to establish an “anti-government militia” and were in possession…
Muslims Who Disrupted Christian Retreat in Indonesia Prosecuted
West Java, Indonesia Gov. Dedi Mulyadi. (Government of West Java) SURABAYA, Indonesia (Morning Star News) – Despite an agreement Christians in Indonesia signed to refrain from taking legal action against a Muslim group that attacked their retreat site, the West Java governor has urged legal action against the assailants, sources said. As police and soldiers looked…
Child dies from wounds received in Ukrainian drone attack – governor
Kiev’s forces deliberately attacked civilians at a public beach in the city of Kursk A five-year-old boy has died from wounds he suffered in a Ukrainian drone strike on a public beach in the city of Kursk, interim regional governor Aleksandr Khinshtein said. The boy died while being transferred to Moscow for treatment, Khinstein reported…
A million Indians could immigrate to Russia — business leader
The expected influx comes amid ongoing labor shortages, according to business chamber leader Andrey Besedin Up to one million Indian nationals could immigrate to Russia by the end of 2025 to help address a severe shortage of skilled labor, according to Ural Chamber of Commerce and Industry (UCCI) President Andrey Besedin. In an interview with…
France names ‘red line’ in Ukraine conflict
Kiev can’t be expected to both demilitarize and forgo NATO membership, the French MoD has said Demilitarizing Ukraine and leaving it without NATO membership, as Russia demands, is a red line for Europe, French Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu told weekly magazine Valeurs Actuelles. Moscow insists that any resolution to the conflict must comprehensively address its…
Two Christians Acquitted of Blasphemy in Pakistan
Adil Babar was baselessy accused of blasphemy along with a 14-year-old neighbor in 2023. (Christian Daily International-Morning Star News) LAHORE, Pakistan (Christian Daily International–Morning Star News) – A court on Tuesday (July 8) acquitted two Christian youths of a false blasphemy charge rooted in a minor dispute, their lawyer said. Adil Babar and Simon Nadeem were…
Stalin of the EU: How the unelected Queen of the Union plans to keep her grip on power
If Brussels followed its professed ideals, the European Commission and its head would fall Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission that runs the EU is finally facing a long overdue no-confidence vote. Its chances of success, all observers agree, are very small. And yet, this is an important moment. That’s because…
US firms dodging restrictions to get China’s minerals – Reuters
Shipments are reportedly being rerouted through Thailand and Mexico American companies are skirting China’s export ban by rerouting critical mineral shipments through third countries, according to a Reuters report on Wednesday. Beijing banned exports of antimony, gallium, and germanium to the US in December, retaliating against Washington’s crackdown on China’s chip industry amid a broader…
Ukrainians tip off Russia on draft office locations – senior official
The Russian military attacked multiple recruitment centers across Ukraine over the past few days Ukrainian citizens have provided Russia with the coordinates of local enlistment offices on multiple occasions, Andrey Kovalenko, the head of Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation, claims. The senior official made the remarks on Tuesday, warning the country’s citizens against disclosing the…
France not fit to replace BlackRock in Ukraine – party leader to RT
Paris must immediately disengage from Kiev both financially and militarily, Florian Philippot has said The reported plans by the French government to replace US investment holding BlackRock in Ukraine are “unacceptable” for the EU nation’s people, the leader of France’s Patriots party, Florian Philippot, told RT in an exclusive interview on Tuesday. BlackRock had been actively involved…
Strong International Line-Up Set for Tusványos in 2025
‘You Can Count on Us!’—that is the slogan under which this year’s Bálványos Summer Free University and Student Camp, commonly known as Tusványos, will be organized in Băile Tușnad, Transylvania, Romania. Tusványos, an event of deep significance for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and the Hungarian government party Fidesz, will be held between 22 and…
Ukraine diplomacy ‘exhausted’ – German chancellor
Berlin will continue to supply Kiev with weapons despite domestic opposition, Friedrich Merz has insisted There are no viable diplomatic options remaining to settle the Ukraine conflict, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has claimed, doubling down on his policy of providing weapons to Kiev. Berlin has been the second largest arms supplier to Kiev since the…
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‘Time to go’: Orban demands von der Leyen’s departure
The Hungarian PM mocked the EU chief ahead of Thursday’s no confidence vote over her handling of vaccine deals Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has called for the resignation of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, posting a parody image ahead of a scheduled no confidence vote in the European Parliament. The motion, set…
Orbán Mocks Von der Leyen with Infamous ‘Time to Go’ Photo
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is a man of chilling comebacks and calm responses, as we have witnessed many times throughout his political career. This time, the target of his mockery was European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who faces a vote of no confidence—a development not seen for more than a decade—in the…
Pretoria pushes G20 to address unfair exploitation of Africa’s mineral wealth
The continent’s resources must benefit its people, South Africa’s international relations minister has said Pretoria’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola has called for a fairer, more equitable global order and an end to exploitative resource extraction practices that harm Africa, stating that the G20 must drive transformational diplomacy, global peace, and sustainable…
Doing the right things….but not well enough
It’s over. Reviews of Keir Starmer’s first year read nothing so much as a political obituary. The prime minister has flunked it. He is weak, inept, and lacks charisma. The far-right populists represented by Nigel Farage’s Reform party have stolen a lead in the opinion polls. The Labour government that swept to office in 2024…
French investigators raid HQ of biggest opposition party
The National Rally has denounced the action as “a new harassment campaign” by the government French financial investigators raided the Paris headquarters of the right-wing National Rally (RN) party on Wednesday. Its leader accused the government of conducting a campaign of harassment. The early morning search targeted documents and communications related to the party’s political…
German parliament questions legality of US-Israel attacks on Iran – media
Chancellor Merz has previously praised West Jerusalem for doing the “dirty work” of the West Israeli and US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities last month were likely in breach of international law, according to a report by German parliament experts cited by dpa news agency on Sunday. Israel claimed its pre-emptive attack was aimed at…
Russia seizes the initiative in Central Asia with bold Afghan move
By recognizing Afghanistan, Moscow confirms its central role in Eurasia Russia’s recent decision to officially recognize the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan marks a pivotal moment in regional diplomacy. It not only breaks the diplomatic blockade imposed on Kabul, but also underscores Moscow’s ability to act independently and shape the rules of the geopolitical game. This…
Hungary Boosts AI Research with New Supercomputer at University of Szeged
Hungary has taken a major step toward becoming a significant player in artificial intelligence (AI) research with the installation of a cutting-edge supercomputer at the University of Szeged (SZTE). The high-performance system, unveiled on Tuesday, is optimized specifically for AI-focused scientific work and brings the university into the ranks of elite global research institutions. Government…
Ukrainian terror plot targeting railway bridge foiled – FSB (VIDEO)
The suspect was shot dead after as he opened fire at officers during the arrest, the Russian security agency has said A Ukrainian terrorist plot to blow up a railway bridge in Saratov Region in south-western Russia has been thwarted, the Federal Security Service (FSB) said in a statement on Wednesday. The suspected saboteur was…
German Embassy apologizes for distorting Soviet flag (PHOTO)
Moscow has accused Berlin of comparing Soviet and Nazi symbols The German Embassy in Moscow has apologized after sharing a map that altered the Soviet flag into a symbol resembling that of the Nazis. The embassy acknowledged the error and removed the image following criticism from the Russian Foreign Ministry. Berlin’s diplomatic mission published a…
Indian state files lawsuit against Swiss-based company for oil spill – Reuters
Kerala has taken MSC to court for damages as a result of a tanker capsizing in the Arabian Sea in May The Indian state of Kerala has filed a lawsuit against Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), seeking $1.1 billion in damages, after one of the Switzerland-based company’s container vessels sank and leaked fuel into the Arabian…
Zelensky considers legalizing porn production
A public petition to decriminalize pornography has been forwarded to parliament after gathering over 25,000 signatures A petition demanding the legalization of pornography production in Ukraine has been forwarded to the country’s parliament for review, Vladimir Zelensky announced on Tuesday. The statement was published on his website after the initiative got more than 25,000 signatures,…
Brussels’ Corruption Ridicules Rule of Law Reports
The European Commission published its annual Rule of Law report on 8 July, and unsurprisingly, Hungary once again received the most recommendations among member states to improve the state of democracy in the country. As we wrote in our analysis of last year’s report, these assessments should be viewed as a political tool wielded by…
EU could hand another €100bn to Ukraine – Bloomberg
A special fund is being considered in the bloc’s next seven-year budget, insiders have told the news outlet European Union officials are weighing a proposal to provide Ukraine with another €100 billion ($117 billion) in grants and low-interest loans, Bloomberg reported on Tuesday, citing sources familiar with the matter. The plan involves establishing a dedicated…
ICC issues arrest warrants for Taliban leaders
The International Criminal Court has long been accused of giving Western crimes a free pass with selective justice The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Tuesday issued arrest warrants for two senior Taliban officials. The international body has long been accused of political bias for predominantly going after individuals from Africa and Asia while allegedly overlooking…
Moscow not fazed by Trump’s harsh rhetoric – Kremlin
Russia is well aware that it is the US president’s style, spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said Russia takes the harsh recent rhetoric by US President Donald Trump calmly and intends to continue dialogue with Washington, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said. Trump told journalists on Tuesday that he was “unhappy” with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir…
India seeks critical minerals from Namibia – envoy
New Delhi is considering importing uranium from the African nation and hopes to expand trade India is considering importing uranium and other critical minerals from Namibia, while pursuing a wider trade partnership with the African nation, New Delhi’s envoy in Windhoek said on Tuesday. Speaking to the news outlet ANI ahead of Indian Prime Minister…
Hungarian Government Eliminates Online Toll Sticker Fees, Saving Drivers Billions
Hungarian motorists will no longer have to pay convenience fees when purchasing motorway toll stickers online, starting this September—a move that could save consumers around 2 billion forints per year. The announcement was made by State Secretary for Infocommunications at the Ministry of Energy Károly Balázs Solymár during an interview with M1 news channel. Solymár…
Russia eyes deeper trade ties with Africa – export center
Officials in Moscow have urged diversification beyond wheat and oil Africa is becoming an increasingly important market for Russian exporters, offering vast untapped potential for trade expansion and investment, the vice president of the Russian Export Center (REC) has said. Speaking at the INNOPROM-2025 industrial forum in Ekaterinburg on Tuesday, Tatyana An noted that the…
EU delegation expelled from eastern Libya
The administration in Benghazi says it has declared the bloc’s migration chief and ministers from Greece, Malta, and Italy persona non grata Libya’s eastern government has barred the European Union migration commissioner and ministers from Italy, Malta, and Greece from entering the region, accusing them of violating the North African nation’s sovereignty. The delegation had…
Hungarian Students Sweep Medals at Regional Astronomy Olympiad in Slovenia
Hungarian students achieved a clean sweep at the 10th Central European Olympiad in Astronomy and Astrophysics (CEOAA), held from 3–5 July in Avber, Slovenia. All five team members returned home with medals, underscoring Hungary’s strength in science education and international academic competitions. Dorottya Elekes earned a gold medal, while Panni Elekes and Bálint Dobák received…
EU must rethink Russia policy – Czech president
Kiev and its Western European backers cannot fight Moscow endlessly, Petr Pavel has said The EU should engage in talks with Russia on European security and restoring business ties once the Ukraine conflict ends, Czech President Petr Pavel has said. The comments mark a notable shift from his previously hardline stance toward Moscow. Pavel has…
EU Enlargement Is a Sovereign Decision, Not a Geopolitical Handout, Balázs Orbán Says
Hungary’s political director to the Prime Minister Balázs Orbán sharply criticized a recent statement by Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna, who claimed that EU accession talks with Ukraine could begin without Hungary’s unanimous consent. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, Orbán responded with a firm rebuke: ‘The European Union is not a summer camp…
Half of Ukrainians predict a ruined country by 2035 – poll
A survey has indicated rising pessimism amid the conflict with Russia and uncertainty over US support Nearly half of Ukrainians believe their country could be ruined and largely emptied of its population by 2035, a new poll has indicated, reflecting growing public pessimism as the conflict with Russia drags on. The survey by the Kiev…
Sziget Festival Criticized by Hungarian Journalist over Band’s Alleged Terror Ties
In a sharply critical post addressed to the leadership of the Sziget Festival, Hungarian journalist and photojournalist Tamás Vajda has condemned the festival’s decision to include the Irish hip-hop group Kneecap in this year’s line-up. Vajda accuses the festival’s organizers of a grave moral failure by giving a platform to a band that openly glorifies…
