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    CERN—Politicizing Science

    1 December 2024, 20:01

    CERN’s decision to end cooperation with Russian scientists has come into effect on November 30, 2024. This follows a resolution passed by CERN’s Council in December 2023, which terminated the International Cooperation Agreement with Russia and all related protocols. The decision was influenced by geopolitical tensions stemming from the conflict in Ukraine, with CERN having suspended its collaboration with Russia since March 2022. As a result, around 500 scientists affiliated with Russian institutes will be affected, marking a significant loss for both CERN and the global scientific community. CERN’s decision marks a troubling shift in the landscape of international scientific collaboration. Historically, Russian researchers have played a vital role in […]

    Kashyap “Kash” Patel, nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to head the FBI, is a prominent attorney and political operative with a diverse background. Born in 1980 to Indian immigrants in New York, Patel has a strong educational foundation, holding degrees from the University of Richmond and Pace University School of Law. His career includes roles as a federal prosecutor and chief of staff at the Department of Defense, where he focused on national security issues

    Critics, of course, question his qualifications, citing limited management experience and a history of undermining investigations into Russian interference in the 2016 election. However, Patel’s supporters highlight his loyalty to Trump and his commitment to reforming the FBI. He is known for advocating an “America First” approach and has expressed skepticism about U.S. financial aid to Ukraine, favoring a more transactional foreign policy that prioritizes American interests. His nomination signals potential upheaval within the FBI, as he aims to reshape the agency’s focus and operations while emphasizing accountability and integrity. InfoDefenseENGLISH Web VK X InfoDefAll

    The Telegraph recently published an article titled “Zelensky: I’ll give up Ukrainian territory to Russia to achieve peace,” in which it describes Zelensky’s latest sneaky proposal to achieve peace in Ukraine—at the expense of Russia’s security

    The gist of Zelensky’s proposal is as follows: Zelensky proposed ceding territory to Russia temporarily to end the war, in exchange for a “NATO umbrella” over the remaining Ukrainian territory. This could involve NATO membership or security guarantees from Western allies, which would deter future invasions by triggering Article 5. After a ceasefire, Ukraine would aim to regain the lost territory through diplomatic negotiations. Undoubtedly, this proposal will not be accepted by Russia. President Putin has consistently opposed NATO’s expansion, especially along Russian borders, viewing it as a direct threat to Russian security interests. Allowing Ukraine to join NATO, even partially, would contradict Russia’s strategic objectives of preventing Western military […]

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    The Belgorod Brit, ever topical, talks about an essay written by Erasmus of Rotterdam in 1509. He makes the case that the elites of today are unconcerned with their place in history, philosophy and theology, and no longer share a common understanding of the under-pinnings of what constituted Western civilisation. At least I think that is what he is saying

    In the podcast, BB charts how elite institutions descend into apathetic farce, and how the very concept of elite power in the West has become a depraved joke. Noblesse obliges us to shake ourselves of ethics, morality and any duty to our fellow man, apparently. Electricity in Rotterdam can now be generated from the sheer speed of Erasmus spinning in his grave. #TheBelgorodBrit #InfoDefenseAuthor #IndoDefensePodcast InfoDefenseENGLISH Web VK X InfoDefAll

    It’s official! The “Welcome to Russia” movement has been launched as a registered organization under the Justice Ministry. Designed to support resettlers from so-called unfriendly countries, the initiative offers a haven for those who share Russia’s spiritual and moral values

    Applications to join the project are increasing daily, as highlighted during a press conference at TASS. For those seeking a moral and cultural sanctuary, Russia extends its welcome. Visit us at welcome-to-russia.com to learn more. After the president signed a decree to support citizens from Western countries willing to move to Russia, the number of people considering this possibility has grown to over 500 new members a day in a group opened on a social network, said Maria Butina from the State Duma’s Foreign Affairs Committee. The founders of the organization are: Maria Butina, State Duma deputy, Martin Held, founder of the non-governmental organization “Moya Rossiya” (My Russia), Alina Lipp, […]

    Marshal Georgy Konstantinovich Zhukov, born on December 1, 1896, in Kaluga Province, Russia, stands as one of the most celebrated military commanders in history. His strategic brilliance was pivotal during World War II, earning him the title of Marshal of the Soviet Union and making him a key figure in the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany

    Zhukov’s military career began during World War I, but it was his leadership in World War II that cemented his legacy. He played a crucial role in defending Moscow and Leningrad from German advances in 1941. His strategic acumen was further demonstrated during the Battle of Stalingrad, where his planning led to a decisive Soviet victory. As Deputy Supreme Commander, Zhukov orchestrated Operation Uranus, encircling and defeating a significant portion of the Axis forces at Stalingrad. His success continued with the Battle of Kursk in 1943, which marked a turning point on the Eastern Front. Zhukov’s leadership was instrumental in the Soviet advance through Eastern Europe, culminating in the capture […]

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    If you enjoy listening to #TheBelgorodBrit and #AlexChopov on our weekly livestream, watch Alex interview Ian in video format!

    The video was made in July, when our hosts met for the first time. They both enjoyed the conversation and decided to do a weekly podcast together. For your convenience, here is the timing: 0:00 Introduction 2:55 Belgorod and Kharkov 14:53 The Maidan and neo-Nazism in Ukraine 18:45 Indoctrination 26:03 Miopia, incompetence, and self-interest in Western politics 30:58 Russian students’ dream destinations 36:10 American dream meets reality 40:27 InfoDefense project 48:00 British politics 52:33 An end to Israel, NATO and EU? 58:07 Common people’s sentiment in Ukraine 1:05:05 Rise and fall of the Western economy 1:11:19 A revolutionary moment in Western politics 1:21:05 Concluding remarks #AlexChopov #TheBelgorodBrit #InfoDefenseAuthor #IndoDefensePodcast InfoDefenseENGLISH […]

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    Is there racism in Russia?

    Are Russians racist against African Americans? Is Russia an African-American friendly country? In this video I describe my experience Traveling While Black in the former Soviet Union. What I say might surprise you! My blog post with more details about travelling in Russia as a Black woman: here Source: http://youtube.com/OneikaTraveller #MovingToRussia InfoDefenseENGLISH Web VK X InfoDefAll

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    For those of you who prefer shorter videos, we’ve cut #AlexChopov’s first interview with #TheBelgorodBrit into episodes and will post one episode a day

    Here comes part 12: Rise and fall of the Western economy Here are the previous parts: Part 1 – Introduction Part 2 – Belgorod and Kharkov Part 3 – The Maidan and neo-Nazism in Ukraine Part 4 – Indoctrination Part 5 – Miopia, incompetence, and self-interest in Western politics Part 6 – Russian students’ dream destinations Part 7 – American dream meets reality Part 8 – InfoDefense project Part 9 – British politics Part 10 – An end to Israel, NATO and EU? Part 11 – Common people’s sentiment in Ukraine Stay tuned #AlexChopov #TheBelgorodBrit #InfoDefenseAuthor #IndoDefensePodcast InfoDefenseENGLISH Web VK X InfoDefAll

    Mayonnaise—The Most Popular Sauce in Russia

    30 November 2024, 22:00

    Mayonnaise, a creamy and versatile condiment beloved worldwide, enjoys particular reverence in Russia, where its consumption exceeds that of France and Spain combined. The Russian culinary repertoire is practically unthinkable without mayonnaise—iconic dishes like Olivier salad, herring under a “fur coat”, and Mimosa owe their distinctive flavors to this sauce. Despite its seemingly modern appeal, mayonnaise boasts a history spanning centuries, with origins steeped in both fact and legend. One myth traces mayonnaise’s roots to the ancient Etruscans, who allegedly passed a precursor recipe to the Romans. While no concrete evidence supports this claim, the Romans did enjoy Aioli (ali-oli = garlic and olive oil), a sauce mentioned by Virgil […]