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The US war over Ukraine is a phase in the West’s hybrid war on Russia

Geopolitical Economy Report • 358 implied HN points • 12 Apr 22
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics International relations US-Russia relations NATO Sanctions
  1. The US war over Ukraine is part of the West's larger hybrid war on Russia, focusing on countries that don't align with the US empire economically.
  2. US hybrid wars aim to slow its economic and military decline, as well as halt China's rise as a global economic power.
  3. Washington's pressures on European allies aim to curb their ties with China and maintain dominance, showcased in the NATO alliance and 'rules-based international order'.

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Letters from an American • 10 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Iran Sanctions Middle East Conflict
  1. The U.S. military conducted strikes on multiple targets in Syria and Iraq connected to attacks on U.S. personnel, aiming to degrade capabilities and send a message to stop the attacks.
  2. Targets were selected carefully to avoid civilian casualties, showing a strategic approach to the military action.
  3. The U.S. administration seeks to prevent conflicts with Iran by responding to attacks on U.S. troops, imposing sanctions, and cutting off funding for paramilitary groups.

Why is US easing some sanctions on Venezuela? Economic blackmail, oil, Russia

Geopolitical Economy Report • 279 implied HN points • 26 May 22
🌍 World Politics Sanctions Venezuela US Policy Oil Russia
  1. The US is easing some sanctions on Venezuela mainly due to economic reasons such as the ban on Russian oil and the necessity to stabilize energy prices.
  2. The situation in Venezuela shows that many oppose US sanctions, regardless of their political affiliation, and the sanctions have had severe negative economic impacts on the country.
  3. The US strategy towards Venezuela aims to force economic concessions from the socialist government through hybrid warfare, rather than achieving regime change.

Venezuela and Iran sign 20-year cooperation plan, Maduro pledges joint 'anti-imperialist struggle'

Geopolitical Economy Report • 259 implied HN points • 12 Jun 22
🌍 World Politics Diplomacy Alliances Sanctions Resistance Geopolitics
  1. Venezuela and Iran signed a 20-year cooperation agreement focusing on energy, technology, and trade, emphasizing an 'anti-imperialist struggle.'
  2. The agreement covers various sectors like science, technology, agriculture, oil and gas, petrochemicals, tourism, and culture.
  3. This pact showcases a trend of South-South cooperation against Western imperialism, with Iran and Venezuela facing common challenges like unilateral US sanctions.
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Russia demanding Europe pay for gas in rubles could have huge repercussions

Geopolitical Economy Report • 279 implied HN points • 26 Mar 22
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Global Economy Sanctions Energy Market Global Conflict
  1. Russia's demand for Europe to pay for gas in rubles could impact the global economy and challenge Western sanctions.
  2. Europe heavily relies on Russian gas for heating, electricity, and manufacturing, and severing ties could lead to severe consequences like fuel rationing.
  3. The European Union faces dilemmas on how to obtain rubles for gas payments, highlighting the complex interplay of geopolitics, currency dynamics, and global trade relationships.

IMF admits US dollar hegemony declining, due to rise of Chinese yuan, sanctions on Russia

Geopolitical Economy Report • 259 implied HN points • 05 Apr 22
🌍 World Politics IMF Sanctions
  1. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recognizes the decline of the dominance of the US dollar, with the Chinese yuan and other currencies gaining influence
  2. Since 2000, there has been a shift in the distribution of global foreign exchange reserves, with a rise in "nontraditional currencies" from smaller countries
  3. Western sanctions on Russia have led to discussions about alternative payment mechanisms, such as using other currencies like the Chinese yuan, showing potential challenges to US dollar hegemony

It is not Nicaragua that is 'isolated'; it's the US and EU

Geopolitical Economy Report • 239 implied HN points • 11 Jan 22
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Alliances Sanctions United Nations Global Affairs
  1. Nicaragua's Sandinista government is not isolated but has support from countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
  2. Western corporate media disregards the large allies of Nicaragua in Asia, Africa, and Latin America, focusing on the US and EU.
  3. The international influence is shifting as Asia progresses, Latin America and Africa develop, and South-South integration strengthens.

Russia's New Friends

Apricitas Economics • 31 implied HN points • 18 Feb 23
🌍 World Politics Russia China Turkey Sanctions Global Trade
  1. Russia is turning to new friends like China and Turkey due to being cut off from trade with the US, EU, Japan, and others.
  2. China is a key partner for Russia in trade, particularly in oil and natural gas, machinery, electronics, and vehicles.
  3. Turkey is also becoming a significant trade partner for Russia, showing a strong growth in exports and imports, especially in manufacturing and gold.

Nicaragua at UN: Pandemic exposes 'irrational, oppressive capitalist system,' US/EU sanctions are 'savage' crime against humanity

Geopolitical Economy Report • 119 implied HN points • 28 Sep 21
🌍 World Politics Global Issues Imperialism Sanctions Decolonization
  1. Nicaragua's government at the UN condemned the global capitalist system and called for a new international economic model based on equality and justice.
  2. They highlighted the unjust hoarding of Covid-19 vaccines by wealthy countries and criticized the continuous modernization of weapons during the pandemic.
  3. Nicaragua strongly opposed US and EU sanctions, labeling them a crime against humanity, and advocated for reparations from developed countries to combat climate change.

Belarus at UN: Nazi-esque US/EU waging 'economic terrorism' and hybrid war for 'color revolution'

Geopolitical Economy Report • 99 implied HN points • 27 Sep 21
🌍 World Politics Imperialism Sanctions Human Rights
  1. Belarus condemns US and EU sanctions as 'economic terrorism' and denounces large-scale hybrid war against it.
  2. Belarus warns about the use of fake news and communication technologies as tools of Western hybrid warfare.
  3. Belarus criticizes EU for hypocrisy on immigrants and refugees, highlighting the mistreatment and violence faced by refugees attempting to enter European countries.

Avocado Economy: Why Russia can't produce anything

kamilkazani • 10 HN points • 30 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Economy Sanctions Social Mobility
  1. Russia's economy is highly dependent on Western technological chains.
  2. Import substitution policies in Russia may not be as effective as they seem, with some cases highlighting lack of true production independence.
  3. Understanding the origins of state power and cartels can shed light on economic dependencies in different industries, like avocado production.

Iran at UN: ISIS would be Europe's neighbor if not for Iran, Syria, Iraq

Geopolitical Economy Report • 59 implied HN points • 23 Sep 21
🌍 World Politics Iran United States Sanctions Global relations
  1. Iranian President Raisi emphasized that US intervention has hindered peace, stability, and democracy, pointing out the impact on regions like Syria and Iraq.
  2. Raisi highlighted the role of Iran, along with Syria and Iraq, in preventing ISIS from becoming a threat to Europe, underscoring the importance of cooperation in combatting extremism.
  3. The speech at the UN shed light on Iran's stance against US military interventions, economic warfare, and sanctions, with Raisi condemning these actions as crimes against humanity.

Alert: Central Bank of Nigeria Circular FPR/LAD/CON/BDC/006/100

RegAlert • 0 implied HN points • 23 Jun 21
💰 Finance Regulations Banking Compliance Fees Sanctions
  1. Financial institutions in Nigeria must pay their Annual Licence Renewal Fees by 31st March each year from their operating accounts in the names of the institutions to avoid sanctions.
  2. Payments must be made within the regulatory deadline to be considered for processing by the Central Bank of Nigeria.
  3. Non-compliance with the payment of Annual Licensing Renewal Fees may lead to necessary sanctions being imposed by the Central Bank of Nigeria.

Alert: Central Bank of Nigeria Circular FPR/DIR/PUB/CIR/001/062

RegAlert • 0 implied HN points • 14 Dec 22
💰 Finance Regulations Sanctions Banking
  1. Financial institutions in Nigeria must follow guidelines on targeted financial sanctions related to proliferation financing set by the Central Bank of Nigeria.
  2. These institutions are required to implement the guidelines and submit quarterly returns on actions taken regarding targeted financial sanctions.
  3. The submissions to the Director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department must be made within 10 days after the end of each quarter.

One Question for Arkady Volozh and Other Russian Billionaires

Faridaily • 0 implied HN points • 17 Aug 23
🌍 World Politics Ukraine war Sanctions Propaganda Civil Society
  1. Arkady Volozh publicly condemned the war in Ukraine after 533 days, sparking discussion on why he remained silent for so long.
  2. Russian businessmen are urged to support those in Russia who oppose the war, help independent media, and back civil society and political activists instead of just focusing on personal gain.
  3. It is crucial for Russian businessmen to be more transparent about their business relationships and work towards a just and democratic future for the country.