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Ville Kostian @kostianv.bsky.social · 16m

" #China Adds New Elements to Rare Earths Export Curbs" - #REE #REM
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China Adds New Elements to Rare Earths Export Curbs | OilPrice.com

China is expanding the list of rare earth elements under export control and is adding curbs on manufactured products that have used Chinese refining and magnet-making technology, in a move that furthe...

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The Kyiv Independent @kyivindependent.com · 13h

⚡️Fire breaks out at Russian gas plant after reported drone strike.

A fire allegedly broke out at the Lukoil Korobkovsky gas processing plant in Kotovo, Russia, following a reported drone attack overnight on Oct. 9.

Fire breaks out at Russian gas plant after reported drone strike

A fire allegedly broke out at the Lukoil Korobkovsky gas processing plant in Kotovo, Russia, following a reported drone attack overnight on Oct. 9.

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Hans de Vreij @vreij.bsky.social · 11h

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In Estonia’s border town, Russian-speaking majority enjoys NATO’s shield, remains mute on Russia’s threat

NARVA, Estonia — On both sides of the Narva River, fishermen stand knee-deep in the water between two medieval castles just 101 meters apart. Above them, the flags mark where NATO ends and Russia begi...

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Kristian Kiehling @kristiankiehling.bsky.social · 12h

Andrej Babiš, a former member of the Communist Party and agent for the Czechoslovak secret state security service (StB), is the latest example of why voting for corrupt right-wing populists who promote the Trumpian 'my country first' scam actually means that gullible voters are putting Russia first

Babiš: Not ‘a Single Crown’ From Czechia’s State Budget for Ukraine

The forerunner for Czechia’s next prime minister reverted to the “Czechia First” rhetoric that helped his party win votes on Wednesday.

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H I Sutton @covertshores.bsky.social · 11h

Updated size estimation of ‘long Neptune’

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Ville Kostian @kostianv.bsky.social · 11h

" #Kazakhstan and #Uzbekistan Expand Foreign Partnerships"
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Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan Expand Foreign Partnerships

Executive Summary: Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan used the UN General Assembly to secure major agreements with U.S. companies and U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration, highlighting their efforts to...

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Ville Kostian @kostianv.bsky.social · 11h

" #Uzbekistan Balances #Nuclear #Energy Cooperation with #Russia and PRC" - #China
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Uzbekistan Balances Nuclear Energy Cooperation with Russia and PRC

Executive Summary: Uzbekistan is pursuing nuclear power cooperation with both Russia and the People’s Republic of China (PRC), aiming to become a nuclear energy hub in Central Asia. Tashkent is hedgin...

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Ville Kostian @kostianv.bsky.social · 11h

"Legal experts fear #Trump admin is ignoring JAGs on cartel strikes, Guard deployments"
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Legal experts fear Trump admin is ignoring JAGs on cartel strikes, Guard deployments

A former military lawyer and a former judge encouraged commanders to stand up to unlawful orders.

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The Kyiv Independent @kyivindependent.com · 11h

⚡️ Russian strikes reportedly destroy over half of Ukraine's gas output before winter.

Ukraine's gas network, which met the country's needs before the full-scale war, has been repeatedly hit by missiles and drones, endangering millions of households that depend on gas for heating in winter.

Russian strikes reportedly destroy over half of Ukraine's gas output before winter

Ukraine's gas network, which met the country's needs before the full-scale war, has been repeatedly hit by missiles and drones, endangering millions of households that depend on gas for heating in win...

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Ville Kostian @kostianv.bsky.social · 11h

"How #China Took Over the World’s Clean #Energy Boom"
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How China Took Over the World’s Clean Energy Boom | OilPrice.com

Chinese renewables and EVs are flooding emerging markets, with exports to Africa, ASEAN, and the Middle East soaring as costs for solar panels and EV batteries continue to fall.

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The Kyiv Independent @kyivindependent.com · 19h

⚡️'Massive' Russian attack in Sumy Oblast kills 3, injures 2.

A series of "massive enemy strikes" targeted rural communities in the northeastern border region, causing casualties and destroying civilian infrastructure, Governor Oleh Hryhorov said.

'Massive' Russian attack in Sumy Oblast kills 3, injures 2

A series of "massive enemy strikes" targeted rural communities in the northeastern border region, causing casualties and destroying civilian infrastructure, Governor Oleh Hryhorov said.

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Ville Kostian @kostianv.bsky.social · 11h

" #Afghanistan restricts access to social media on smartphones"
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Afghanistan restricts access to social media on smartphones – DW – 10/09/2025

Access to Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat on mobile phones is currently restricted in Afghanistan. This comes after the Taliban cut internet and telecommunications services for two days last week.

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Ville Kostian @kostianv.bsky.social · 11h

"One #NASA science mission saved from #Trump ’s cuts, but others still in limbo"
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One NASA science mission saved from Trump’s cuts, but others still in limbo

“Damage is being done already. Even if funding is reinstated, we have already lost people.”…

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Ville Kostian @kostianv.bsky.social · 11h

"Senate Republicans vote against check on #Trump using deadly force against cartels"
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Senate Republicans vote against check on Trump using deadly force against cartels

First vote in Congress on military campaign that White House says has hit four vessels and killed at least 21 people

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Ville Kostian @kostianv.bsky.social · 12h

" #Oil Prices Drop as #Israel and #Hamas Agree to Ceasefire"
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Oil Prices Drop as Israel and Hamas Agree to Ceasefire | OilPrice.com

Oil prices dropped nearly 1% in early Asian trading after Israel and Hamas agreed to a Trump-brokered ceasefire and hostage exchange, easing fears of a regional escalation.

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Ville Kostian @kostianv.bsky.social · 12h

"More Than 20 Civilians Killed in #Myanmar Military Paraglider Attack: Reports"
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More Than 20 Civilians Killed in Myanmar Military Paraglider Attack: Reports

The junta continues to intensify its attacks on resistance forces in the run-up to its controversial planned election at the end of the year.

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Ville Kostian @kostianv.bsky.social · 12h

"The gap between #BRICS rhetoric and reality is vast, but that does not make the grouping irrelevant."
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Why the West Should Take BRICS+ Seriously (But Not Literally)

The gap between BRICS rhetoric and reality is vast, but that does not make the grouping irrelevant.

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Ville Kostian @kostianv.bsky.social · 12h

"‘Hybrid warfare’ or more of the same? Getting a grip on #drones across #Europe."
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‘Hybrid warfare’ or more of the same? Getting a grip on drones across Europe.

UAV incursions have been happening for years, but they suddenly became a major emergency.

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Institute for the Study of War @thestudyofwar.bsky.social · 17h

4/ It is unclear if these arrests are related to the upcoming November 2025 parliamentary elections, but the arrests come as multiple Iranian-backed Iraqi actors have sought to disqualify alleged Baath Party remnants ahead of the elections.

Read the full report:

Iran Update, October 8, 2025

Iran threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to deter U.S. enforcement of sanctions targeting its vital oil exports.

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Institute for the Study of War @thestudyofwar.bsky.social · 17h

3/ The Popular Mobilization Forces arrested several unidentified individuals in Anbar and Dhi Qar Provinces on October 2 and 8 for suspected Baath Party ties in what appear to be instances of sectarian targeting.

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Institute for the Study of War @thestudyofwar.bsky.social · 17h

2/ Iranian officials have recently increased inspections of naval units in the Persian Gulf.

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Institute for the Study of War @thestudyofwar.bsky.social · 17h

NEW: Iranian officials have threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, likely to try to discourage the United States from enforcing sanctions that target Iranian oil exports. (1/4)

Iran Update, October 8, 2025: isw.pub/IranUpdate10...

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Institute for the Study of War @thestudyofwar.bsky.social · 14h

7/ Ukrainian forces recently advanced in northern Sumy Oblast and Novopavlivka, and Russian forces recently advanced near Kupyansk, Siversk, and Pokrovsk and in the Kostyantynivka-Druzhkivka tactical area.

Read the full update: isw.pub/UkrWar100825

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Institute for the Study of War @thestudyofwar.bsky.social · 14h

6/ European officials continue to report drone sightings and GPS interference in European airspace.
European officials continued to warn that Russia’s recent drone attacks against Europe are part of a broader campaign to generate fear and disunity in Europe.

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Institute for the Study of War @thestudyofwar.bsky.social · 14h

5/ The Russian military command reportedly redeployed elements of the 41st Combined Arms Army (CAA, Central Military District [CMD]) from south of Pokrovsk to the Novopavlivka direction, which will likely improve Russia’s command and control (C2) in both sectors.

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