In the conditions of persisting political crisis, the army of Thailand has announced the introduction of martial law in the country to “keep law and order,” BBC reports.
Daily Archives: 19. Mai 2014
Putin in China to hold talks with Chinese head, Mongolia, Iraq, Afghan leaders, UN chief
During the visit Putin will also hold separate bilateral meetings with some summit participants, in particular, Mongolian President Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj, President of Afghanistan Hamid Karzai and Iranian President Hassan Rouhani.
Rundfunkstaatsvertrag: Zahl der Politiker im ZDF-Fernsehrat bleibt vorerst bestehen
Mainz – Im März erst hatte das Bundesverfassungsgericht erklärt, dass mehrere Regelungen des ZDF-Staatsvertrags nicht mit dem Grundgesetz vereinbar sind. Der Einfluss von Politikern auf das Programm müsse eingeschränkt werden, der Anteil von „staatsnahen Personen“ sowie Politikern von derzeit 44 Prozent auf ein Drittel reduziert werden. Dennoch wird die Zahl der Politiker beim ZDF-Fernsehrat vorerst nicht beschnitten.
Random Dude Fires Tank Abandoned On Ukraine Street
This is what happens when you leave a tank parked on a city street.
Thousands of wartime explosives dislodged as Balkan flooding leads to landslides (PHOTOS)
“The consequences…are terrifying,” Bosnian Foreign Minister Zlatko Lagumdzija told a news conference on Monday. “The physical destruction is not less than the destruction caused by the war.”
White House can’t find critical letter on Iraq war from Blair to Bush
The British inquiry into the 2003 Iraq War has hit a major stumbling block, as White House officials have been unable to find an “absolutely critical” letter sent by former Prime Minister Tony Blair to George W. Bush.
Russia-China ties at highest level in history – Putin
Vladimir Putin: I am always happy to visit hospitable China. It is a pleasure to see how our neighbour is transforming right before our eyes. Shanghai is a vivid illustration of this.
New underwater volcano discovered in Hawaii
The island of O‘ahu is the leftovers of two volcanoes, Wai‘anae and Ko‘olau. But stretching out nearly 100 km from the western tip of the island of O‘ahu is a sizable region of shallow bathymetry (“submarine topography” or the depths and shapes of underwater terrain), known as the submarine Ka‘ena Ridge, that is the region that has now been identified as a precursor volcano to the island of O‘ahu.
Earth to experience a never-before-seen meteor shower next weekEarth to experience a never-before-seen meteor shower next week
Astronomers are predicting the astronomical event of a lifetime next week. On 24 May 2014, Earth will pass through the debris tail of Comet 209P/LINEAR, which will unleash a myriad of cosmic explosions lighting up the night sky.
Chilean activist sets fire to $500 mn worth of student debt documents
Chilean activist and artist Francisco Tapia, also known as ‚Papas Fritas,‘ has stolen and burnt $500 million worth of “pagares,” or debt papers. He then uploaded the video onto social media, claiming he had “freed” students by setting the papers alight.
The artist made his claim in a video that went viral on May 12, where he says that debt owed to the Universidad del Mar is now worthless.
The FBI Is Training Brazil‘s New Tech-Savvy Riot Police
In a demonstration to journalists of the skills the battalion had picked up from an FBI-led training course, 19 police officers, each dressed like emo Ninja Turtles, clasping Perspex shields and rubber batons, successfully apprehended the semi-naked shoe-thrower.
Polizei und Armee als Partner der Minenbetreiber
Der honduranische Staat bietet den Minenunternehmen Straflosigkeit bei der Ausbeutung der natürlichen Ressourcen. Über ein Gespräch mit dem Aktivisten Pedro Landa
NATO sends thousands of troops to Estonia for war games
SUTTGART, Germany — As part of an effort to shore up defenses on its eastern flank, NATO is conducting large-scale war games in Estonia involving some 6,000 troops from nine alliance nations.
The Godfather cinematographer Gordon Willis dies at 82
Willis received an honorary lifetime achievement Oscar in 2010 and was nominated for his work on Woody Allen‘s Zelig and The Godfather: Part III.
Russland und NATO über Notwendigkeit von Abbau der Spannungen einig
Russland und die NATO sind sich über die Notwendigkeit gegenseitiger Schritte zum Abbau der Spannungen und zur Stabilisierung der Lage im Klaren. Das teilte die Pressestelle des russischen Verteidigungsministeriums am Montag nach einem Telefonat des Generalstabschefs der russischen Streitkräfte, Armeegeneral Waleri Gerassimow, und des Chefs des NATO-Militärausschusses, Knud Bartels, mit.
Telephone conversation with President of Finland Sauli Niinistö
At Finland’s initiative, Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with President of Finland Sauli Niinistö.
Mr Putin and Mr Niinistö discussed some aspects of developments in Ukraine. Mr Putin expressed his views on the presidential election planned for May 25, the constitutional reform process, and the contacts that have begun between the Kiev authorities and the regions.
The two leaders agreed to continue discussions of these and other issues, including current bilateral cooperation matters.
Telephone conversation with Federal Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel
At Germany’s initiative, Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with Federal Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel.
Mr Putin and Ms Merkel discussed the situation in Ukraine, including with relation to the presidential election on May 25. They also expressed the hope that the constitutional reform process and the dialogue between the Kiev authorities and the regions, begun in accordance with the OSCE roadmap, will continue.
Runder Tisch in der Ukraine Nationaler Dialog fortgesetzt
„Die Bundesregierung begrüßt mit Nachdruck die Fortsetzung des Runden Tisches in Charkow“, erklärte Regierungssprecher Seibert. Der nationale Dialog sei das beste Mittel, um im Gespräch friedliche Auswege aus der Krise zu finden. Kritik, dass die Gespräche am Runden Tisch ergebnislos verlaufen seien, gingen fehl. (…)
Seibert weiter: „Es ist bemerkenswert, dass niemand der Teilnehmer aus Politik, Gewerkschaften, Kirchen und Zivilgesellschaft, aus dem Osten, Westen oder Süden des Landes die territoriale Integrität der Ukraine in Frage gestellt hat“. Wichtiges Thema, das dort immer wieder besprochen wird, sei die Dezentralisierung.
… und setzt darauf, dass alle zu doof zum Zeitunglesen sind.
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Gabriel will Export von Internet-Spionage-Technologie aus Deutschland nach Russland verbieten..
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Occupy Wall Street protester sentenced to 90 days jail for assault
An Occupy Wall Street protester convicted of assaulting a police officer during a demonstration two years ago was sentenced on Monday to a 90-day jail term.
Georgian PM thanks Russia for willingness to assist in disaster relief in Dariali Gorge
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Garibashvili thanked the Russian government for its willingness to assist in disaster relief operations in Dariali Gorge, the Cabinet of Ministers said on May 19.
Georgian landslide stops gas supply to Armenia, kills 3 Turkish workers
Russian natural gas supply to Armenia via Georgia has been interrupted as the landslide damaged the gas main.
Mikhail Beznosov: The Western Accusations Against Yanukovich Are False
When the realization that signing Association Treaty will be highly disadvantageous for Ukraine came to the minds of the top Ukrainian officials the public opinion was already extremely agitated and the media were locked in the vicious circle of extreme pro-EU and anti-Russian propaganda. So, to a certain extent, Yanukovich was personally responsible for his own removing from power. And, when the time came, the real advantages of Russian loan bailout and closer economic relations with Russia were very hard to promote among the very skeptical and hostile population in Western and Central Ukraine. But, even despite this fact, according to the polls conducted in November 2013, about 50 percent of the respondents wanted Ukraine to join the Customs Union with Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan.
Kuwait‘s Emir Plans to Visit Iran Soon
Iran and Kuwait have sought to expand bilateral ties through exchanging several high-ranking delegations in the last few years.
Saudi King reshuffles top defence posts
Prince Sultan bin Salman was removed from his post as deputy defence minister, a position that he had assumed in August. Prince Khalid Bin Bandar, who served as Riyadh‘s governor, has replaced him. Prince Khalid graduated from the UK‘s Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and has a long military background. This is his first civilian post; he previously assumed top defence posts in the past, including commander of the Saudi Land Force.
Pakistani court orders case against top TV channel
Geo had already angered the country’s powerful army for a report blaming the spy agency Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) for an attempt on famous journalist and anchor Hamid Mir‘s life. He had been shot and injured in the southern port city of Karachi on April 19.
Defence minister for Syrian opposition resigns
The minister of defence for Syria‘s opposition government has resigned following disagreements with the body‘s head, opposition sources said on Monday, highlighting divisions among President Bashar al-Assad‘s opponents.
Kuwait Plans June 26 By-Elections After Five Lawmakers Quit
Disputes between the Gulf state’s 50-member elected parliament and hand-picked government have held up investment and reforms. The major oil producer’s assembly has been dissolved on an almost yearly basis since 2006.
Qatar To Help Deutsche Bank Raise $11bn In New Equity Capital
It gives Deutsche firepower for the investment banking drive, especially in the United States, after a retreat by competitors Barclays, UBS and others left a gap that it aims to fill as Europe’s top debt trader.
Kuwait To Deport 15 Egyptians For Sisi Rally
Foreigners are not allowed to hold political events and there are restrictions on public rallies held by Kuwaitis.
Most Senators File Financial Disclosures Electronically — Sort of
U.S. Capitol Building.jpgFor the first time, the U.S. Senate has given senators, candidates and staff the option of filing their required annual personal financial disclosure statements electronically.
Russisches Militär dementiert: Keine Fusion von Weltraumverteidigung und Luftwaffe
Die Meldungen, laut denen aus der Fusion der Weltraumverteidigung und der Luftwaffe mit den Raketentruppen und der Artillerie vereinigte „Luft- und Weltraumkräfte“ hervorgehen sollen, seien „inkompetente Phantasien, die keiner Kritik standhalten“, teilte ein Sprecher des Verteidigungsministeriums am Montag in Moskau mit. Er rief die Medien auf, solche Erfindungen nicht für bare Münze zu nehmen und beim Verteidigungsministerium nach der Richtigkeit der Informationen nachzufragen.
Weltpolitische Weichenstellungen
In der Debatte um eine mögliche Ausweitung der EU-Sanktionen gegen Russland stellt die deutsche Kanzlerin eine Weiterführung der Zusammenarbeit mit Moskau in Aussicht. „Mittel- und langfristig“ solle „die enge Partnerschaft mit Russland fortgesetzt werden“, erklärt Angela Merkel: Sie sehe „keine Notwendigkeit“ für eine Politik der „Einhegung“ Russlands nach dem Vorbild der „Containment“-Politik des Kalten Kriegs. Hintergrund sind anhaltende Befürchtungen führender deutscher Wirtschaftskreise, Russland-Sanktionen könnten ihre Expansionschancen empfindlich mindern; dabei geht es nicht nur um Erdgasunternehmen, sondern auch um Spitzenkonzerne anderer Branchen mit bedeutenden Handels- und Produktionsstandorten in Russland.
Die Nazigefahr – ein Brief aus Odessa
Die Spaltung in der Ukraine hat jetzt zu einem richtigen Krieg gegen deren eigenes Volk geführt, mit einer großen Anzahl von Opfern. Das schreckliche Massaker und die Verbrennung von Dutzenden Menschen in Odessa ist meiner Ansicht nach ein Gipfelpunkt im Bruderkrieg.
Voices From Within – Words from Beyond
Voices from Within tries to prepare cosmonauts for the experience by focusing on the abandonment of Words in favor of Vibrations, which, being uniquely suited to channel your Emotions, will usher Comprehension into the Mind of your new alien friends.
Russia appeals for an immediate end to use of force in southeast Ukraine
Russia appeals for the immediate halt of punitive operations and use of force, withdrawal of troops, and resolution of the various problems through peaceful means alone.
President Vladimir Putin welcomes the first contacts between Kiev and supporters of federalisation, seeking to establish direct dialogue in which all parties concerned should take part.
Furthermore, following completion of the spring military training programmes that involved troop redeployment and exercises at test grounds in Rostov, Belgorod and Bryansk regions, Mr Putin sent the order to the Defence Minister for troops that took part in these exercises to return to their usual garrisons and continue their training at neighbouring test grounds.
Libyen: Abtrünnige Soldaten wollen Islamisten vertreiben
Die Sintan-Brigaden kontrollieren derzeit Gebiete um den Flughafen von Tripolis. In Richtung des Flughafens zogen sich schließlich auch am späten Sonntagabend die Angreifer auf das Parlament zurück. Am frühen Montagmorgen kam es in der ostlibyschen Stadt Bengasi erneut zu Auseinandersetzungen.
Libya orders Islamist militias to oppose rogue general
Monday‘s development paves way for a possible showdown between the militias — which hail from Libya‘s western and central regions — and the anti-Islamist troops allied with Gen. Khalifa Hifter, who staged the parliament attack Sunday and said they suspended the Islamist-dominated house, blaming it for empowering Islamic extremists.
Russia, EC, Ukraine to have 2nd round of gas talks on May 26
Russia says it is prepared to discuss a gas price discount for Ukraine, but only if the country repays its gas debt of $2.2 billion as of April 1
Gazprom to sign monumental gas deal with China
Russia and China are set to sign a long-awaited 30-year gas contract during a two-day meeting, when Russian President Vladimir Putin visits Shanghai on May 20-21.
Lawrow: Beziehungen Moskaus mit EU und Nato umdenken
„Diese Beziehungen erfordern ein substantielles Umdenken. Mit unseren Partnern in der EU und den Nato-Ländern sind wir bemüht, eine Analyse vorzunehmen, um besser zu verstehen, wo wir uns befinden, wo es gemeinsame Punkte und wo es Meinungsunterschiede gibt“, fügte er an.
Congratulations to Narendra Modi on the Bharatiya Janata Party’s win in India’s general election
In his message of congratulations, the President gave a high assessment of the traditionally friendly ties between Russia and India. These ties have a foundation in the Declaration on Strategic Partnership, which was signed while the BJP was in power and set a development course for bilateral relations for years to come.
Fruitful cooperation over recent years has produced impressive results that confirm the Declaration’s historical significance. Mr Putin noted that the two countries have carried out big, mutually advantageous projects in the economic, military technical cooperation, science, cultural and humanitarian sectors.
The President said he is confident that the two countries can work together to build on and multiply these achievements.
Kommentar des Departements für Information und Presse des Außenministeriums Russlands zu den Ergebnissen der Parlamentswahlen in Indien
(16.05.) Die veröffentlichten vorläufigen Ergebnisse der Parlamentswahlen in der Republik Indien zeugen davon, dass die Bharatiya Janata Partei einen überzeugenden Sieg erzielte.
Wir vermerken mit Befriedigung, dass die Abstimmung im freundschaftlichen Indien unter freier und aktiver Willenskundgebung der Bürger und ohne ernstliche Übertretungen der Wahlvorschriften erfolgte.
Wir erwarten, dass die neue Regierung Indiens, welche in naher Zukunft gebildet werden wird, den Kurs der Konsolidierung der Beziehungen einer besonders privilegierten strategischen Partnerschaft zwischen unseren Ländern unverändert beibehalten wird. Wir sind überzeugt, dass wir mit gemeinsamen Bemühungen eine weitere fortschreitende Entwicklung der vielschichtigen russisch-indischen Verbindungen sicherstellen können, welche auf dem festen Fundament des gegenseitigen Vertrauens und der Gemeinsamkeit von langfristigen nationalen Interessen beruhen.
Ukraine: Turtschinow fordert von Justizministerium sofortiges Verbot der KP
Der ukrainische Übergangspräsident Alexander Turtschinow hat vom Justizministerium gefordert, die Kommunistische Partei, die 32 Sitze im Parlament innehat, unverzüglich zu verbieten.
In einem Schreiben an das Ministerium beschuldigte Turtschinow die Kommunisten, in „Handlungen“ verwickelt zu sein, „die auf Verletzung der Souveränität, der territorialen Einheit und der Sicherheit des Staates sowie auf eine gesetzwidrige Machtergreifung gerichtet sind“.
Putin orders Russian troops back to bases after drills near Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered military forces to return to their permanent bases after drills in three regions bordering Ukraine, the Kremlin said on Monday.
Putin‘s office said he had issued the order because the spring maneuvers were over.
Philippines‘ Aquino says China violates informal code on sea
China has stepped up activity to assert its claim to most of the energy-rich South China Sea. But Brunei, Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam and Taiwan also have claims over parts of the sea through which about $5 trillion of ship-borne goods pass every year.
Supreme Court Orders Israel To Involve Palestinians in West Bank Building Plans
On April 28, the court gave Israel’s defense and security agencies involved in the occupation 90 days to come up with a way of involving Palestinians in the review process for applications submitted by Palestinians to plan and build in the West Bank.
Israeli Ministers Bash Livni for Meeting Palestinian Head Abbas
“I don’t know of any well-ordered Western state where ministers on their own accord meet with the head of an another authority, the leader of another country, during a period of tension and crisis,” Israeli Minister of Intelligence and Strategic Affairs Yuval Steinitz told Army Radio today.
Livni Met With Abbas In Europe
Justice Minister Tzipi Livni met on Thursday night 15 Iyar in England with PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas (Abu Mazen). The meeting was reported as being “unofficial” amid the fact the talks between Israel and the PA have broken down.