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Image is of Donald Trump Jr. in Greenland, proudly demonstrating what he's learned in his standing lessons.


The imperial core is continuing the process of self-cannibalization as the interimperial wars between Europe and the US over resource and territorial control continue. Greenland, populated with less than a hundred thousand heavily exploited people, is the newest territory to fall under Trump's gaze. The main draw is the mineral resources present there, of which it boasts nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum, and much more than remains unexplored under the ice. But the ice is melting, and profit must be made. There is an additional element of wanting Arctic territory to counter Chinese and especially Russian interests and aims; Russia is increasingly eyeing the northern Arctic route as an alternative to more vulnerable routes through the Suez Canal or around Africa, and is investing heavily in icebreakers for that purpose.

However, even if Europe possessed the desire to resist American annexations - and they absolutely do not, at the end of the day - they do not even have the ability. Denmark may, to a lesser or greater extent, make angry sounds and talk about national honour or some such, but their military would be trampled underfoot by even the New York Police Department, let alone a concerted military effort by the US. If Trump wants Greenland, he will have it. This will naturally increase the grumbling in Europe about reconsidering the Transatlantic alliance, and that grumbling may, in the medium-term future, as the American Empire continues its decline, lead to meaningful results. But in the short term, Europe shall have to bear whatever Trump throws at them, for they obviously cannot now ally with Russia, who was the natural counterweight to American interests for decades before 2022.


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Simplicius, who publishes on Substack. Like others, his political analysis should be soundly ignored, but his knowledge of weaponry and military strategy is generally quite good.
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https://t.me/patricklancasternewstoday ~ Patrick Lancaster's telegram channel.
https://t.me/gonzowarr ~ A big Russian commentator.
https://t.me/rybar ~ One of, if not the, biggest Russian telegram channels focussing on the war out there. Actually quite balanced, maybe even pessimistic about Russia. Produces interesting and useful maps.
https://t.me/epoddubny ~ Russian language.
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[–] Parzivus@hexbear.net 38 points 2 months ago
[–] plinky@hexbear.net 38 points 2 months ago (3 children)

Seems ukraine did big drone attack inside russia with 3 (or more?) hits. Very irresponsible from kiev regime, but nothing will dissuade russians from diplomacy efforts meow-melt

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[–] Eldungeon2@hexbear.net 38 points 2 months ago (1 children)

The US probably would blockade the Bering straight if it came to it. Wouldn't they?

[–] SeventyTwoTrillion@hexbear.net 37 points 2 months ago (1 children)

might be difficult due to how remote it is and how Russia is right there but I suppose it's not impossible that they'd try. it's why the safest way to ensure transportation links stay intact is overground rail mass transit across eurasia, hence BRI, though the US is also making that as challenging as possible by disrupting everything from Bangladesh to Georgia

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[–] FuckyWucky@hexbear.net 38 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/syrias-new-central-bank-chief-vows-boost-bank-independence-post-assad-2025-01-14/

Having the Central Bank "finance" deficits by simply issuing debt to them was the common practice in the west till 1980s. This "central bank independence" is nonsense. It is just a way to transfer the responsibility for austerity to someone else.

It should be seen in a different way. Strain on the external sector due to sanctions and the war forced the Government to deficit spend as the economy went to a recession due to shrinking tax revenues.

This happened in the West too in 2008, when economic collapse resulted in tax revenues going down and unemployment benefits to go up. "Automatic stablizers". If anything, the lack of discretionary spending on recovery in Syria didn't help the economy recover once the war subsided.

The exchange rate depreciation resulted in passthrough inflation. This wasn't the fault of Syrian Government, sanctions were responsible for it. You can look at Iranian Rial and see the same thing when Trump ramped up sanctions.

[–] Evilphd666@hexbear.net 38 points 2 months ago
[–] Redcuban1959@hexbear.net 37 points 2 months ago (7 children)

Bolivian Police Clash with Protesters Demanding Arce’s Resignation Amidst Growing Social Unrest - Telesur English

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Tensions escalated in La Paz on Monday as police clashed with a large group of protesters aligned with former President Evo Morales. The demonstration, dubbed the “March for Life,” began in the morning in Achica Arriba, before making its way through El Alto and eventually reaching the city center of La Paz, with the intent of reaching Plaza Murillo.

The confrontation highlights the growing political polarization and social unrest in Bolivia, fueled by discontent with the current government’s economic and social policies. Around 4 PM local time, the situation turned violent as protesters allegedly began throwing high-powered firecrackers and stones at police officers near the intersections of Mercado and Ayacucho streets.

The police responded with tear gas, dispersing the demonstrators into surrounding streets. Gunther Agudo, the La Paz Departmental Police Commander, stated that police intervention was necessary due to the “aggressive” nature of the protest, claiming that objects were thrown at officers. He added that police forces are maintaining their presence throughout the city center, especially around the Obelisk plaza, to prevent further incidents.

The protesters, who have vowed to maintain a vigil near Plaza Murillo until their demands are met, are calling for the resignation of President Luis Arce and a reversal of current economic and social policies. According to teleSUR correspondent Freddy Morales, the protesters believe Arce has betrayed the mandate of the people, and are demanding a shift towards more equitable and progressive policies.

This action underscores the deepening fracture within the ruling MAS party and the broader left, as Morales loyalists increasingly see Arce as departing from the socialist principles they advocate for. Former President Evo Morales has condemned the actions of the government and accused it of operating under a “fascist tyranny,” repressing the people through police violence.

He claimed on X that peasant leaders, “legitimately and democratically elected,” who attempted to reclaim their union headquarters in Cochabamba, were brutally attacked by the police. Morales accused the Arce administration of turning union headquarters into police barracks, claiming this as proof of repression of grassroots movements. Senator Leonardo Loza, among other Bolivian politicians, also denounced the violence against protesters and the threats against them, after they decided to remain in Plaza Murillo.

The events of Monday serve as a stark reminder of the volatile political climate in Bolivia, and the fragility of social progress when governments fail to address the genuine needs and grievances of their people. The deep fractures that exist within the MAS party and the broader left are symptomatic of a struggle for power, but more importantly it underscores the ongoing fight for a more equitable and democratic future. The deployment of police forces against protestors, a tactic reminiscent of right-wing authoritarian regimes, is particularly concerning.

The use of force against legitimate expressions of social dissent reveals the willingness of the Arce government to prioritize its own hold on power over the basic rights of assembly and protest. Such actions risk further destabilizing the country and fueling a cycle of violence. The situation highlights the necessity for genuine dialogue and a commitment to addressing the legitimate demands of the population, particularly in the rural areas and among marginalized groups, in order to create long-lasting social peace. The escalation of violence between social movements and the state underscores the urgency for a reevaluation of the government’s trajectory, moving towards a truly participatory process that puts the needs of the people first.

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[–] plinky@hexbear.net 37 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) (1 children)

so most likely thing seem to be destined to happen (also naks is truly sicko, going green with sna assistance, more like running red)

[–] MarmiteLover123@hexbear.net 35 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) (1 children)

I mean they've served their purpose, of not allowing Assad's Syria to have access to their oil fields, to contribute to Syria's economic woes. Now that Assad is gone and his government has collapsed, what's the purpose of the US being there? The mission was accomplished. The Kurds got played again.

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[–] Redcuban1959@hexbear.net 37 points 2 months ago

Come to think of it, Richard Nixon really did resign for no reason.

[–] plinky@hexbear.net 36 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) (1 children)

alpha tier: yemen, pal action, paragliders and hezbollah the only blessed people of this horror show (and like one hundred draft dodgers in pisrael i guess) (+ 4 (?) brave self-immolation protests in the belly of the beast)

sigma-tier: mena mcdonalds and coca cola sales, turkey oil business, british and american war criminals, germans in general, syria, those fucking dnc ghouls and leftists advocating voting for democrats in amerikkka

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[–] sisatici@hexbear.net 36 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) (3 children)

I am so thankful for the ceasefire. Finally, the madness is over. It is not completely over but at least bombs have stopped.

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[–] ClathrateG@hexbear.net 35 points 2 months ago (2 children)

Can someone give me some reasons the us went three with the Nayriah testimony for Desert storm, since they could have just used the invasion of a US ally as pretext(other increase public approval ig)

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[–] plinky@hexbear.net 35 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

https://www.techpowerup.com/331104/tsmc-granted-government-permission-to-produce-2-nm-beyond-taiwanese-borders

A freshly published Taipei Times report has focused on an important announcement made at a recent government press conference. Taiwan's Minister of Economic Affairs of Taiwan, J.W. Kuo, stated that TSMC is now allowed to manufacture 2 nm chips on foreign soil—according to him, the foundry behemoth is "cautiously" evaluating an investment of roughly $28 to 30 (USD) billion into 2-nanometer production facilities Stateside.

His colleagues have worked hard—in the past—on preserving the country's "Silicon Shield," but fresh adjustments are sweeping in. Kuo commented: "those were old-time rules. Times have changed." TSMC's—allegedly costly—North American hub is reportedly marked down for a "by 2030" push into 2 nm process territories.

2030 is not 2027, but porky does as sovereign porky commanded (for reference tsmc claims 2nm by 2026-2027 for big beans like apple, and mass production a couple of years later)

[–] SoyViking@hexbear.net 35 points 2 months ago (3 children)

Not news but inspired by this week's COTW I wrote something about what Danish social democrats were up to during the cold war:

AIC: The Cold War Anti-communist Intelligence Agency Of Denmark's Social Democrats

The Labour Movement Information Centre (AIC), founded in 1944 by Denmark's Social Democrats and trade unions, was a secretive anti-communist organization. It monitored and undermined communist influence in workplaces and collaborated with the domestic security state and foreign intelligence agencies, including the CIA. The AIC's operations included surveillance, propaganda, and counter-infiltration.

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