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Sweden Detained Another Tanker of Russia's "Shadow Fleet"

The Swedish Coast Guard detained the tanker Sea Owl I in the Baltic Sea. The vessel, registered under the flag of the Comoros, is suspected of using a false flag and is currently undergoing a compliance check with maritime standards. According to information provided by the agency, Coast Guard officers, along with police, boarded the vessel to conduct an investigation. Swedish authorities noted that the tanker is not listed in the registry of vessels of the Comoros, raising suspicions about its

14.03.2026, 12:26
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Turkey reported the interception of another ballistic missile from Iran

According to the Turkish Ministry of Defense, on March 13, NATO air defense forces successfully intercepted another ballistic missile launched from Iran. This event occurred against the backdrop of two similar incidents that took place on March 4 and 9, when missiles were also neutralized over Turkish territory. Details were reported by Anadolu and Reuters. As noted in the military department's statement, the missile was destroyed by NATO air defense forces located in the Eastern

14.03.2026, 12:03
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The Guardian: Tourists in the UAE face fines, prison, and deportation for videos of rocket attacks

As reported by The Guardian, fines, prison sentences, and even deportation may be imposed in the UAE for those who film or publish videos of missile attacks. These actions are considered under the cybercrime law. Among those accused is a 60-year-old British man who was in Dubai as a tourist. Recordings of an Iranian missile strike on the emirate were found on his phone. According to the legislation, the punishment can range from two years of imprisonment to fines between 20,000 and 200,000

14.03.2026, 11:36
Reuters has learned the real name of the artist Banksy
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Reuters has learned the real name of the artist Banksy

Reuters, after completing a years-long investigation, concluded that the identity of Banksy, known by this pseudonym, is actually Robin Gunningham, who later became David Jones. The results were published on March 13. According to Reuters, attempts to identify Banksy have been ongoing for many years. In 2008, The Mail on Sunday already suggested that his name was Robin Gunningham. In the new study, agents from the company analyzed various documents, photographs, court materials, and police

14.03.2026, 10:44
Snow Fell in the Sahara
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Snow Fell in the Sahara

Snow has fallen in the heart of the largest desert on the planet, reports Kazinform, citing information from BILD. This astonishing event occurs very rarely — about once every ten years.

14.03.2026, 09:49
North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un Tested a New Pistol at an Ammunition Factory
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North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un Tested a New Pistol at an Ammunition Factory

During the test, Kim Jong Un noted that this pistol is distinguished by its high accuracy, thoughtful design, and ease of use, making it effective in combat situations, according to information from North Korean state media. It is worth noting that this is already the second instance in which North Korean news features photographs of his daughter shooting firearms. Earlier, on February 28, the Rodong Sinmun newspaper published images of her using a rifle independently.

14.03.2026, 08:57
AI can spread violence rather than prevent it - UN Secretary-General
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AI can spread violence rather than prevent it - UN Secretary-General

António Guterres noted the increase in global instability At the ceremony for the International Atatürk Peace Prize in Turkey, UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed the opinion that new technologies, including artificial intelligence, pose serious risks and can not only facilitate but also exacerbate violence.

13.03.2026, 22:45
A Strong Solar Flare Recorded on the Sun for the First Time in Three Weeks
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A Strong Solar Flare Recorded on the Sun for the First Time in Three Weeks

According to information from the Solar Astronomy Laboratory, on March 13 at 12:55 Moscow time, an M1.2 class flare occurred on the Sun, lasting approximately 20 minutes. The source notes that this event is the first in almost a month, as the previous flare of the same class was recorded on February 25. Although the M1.2 flare itself is not unusual and corresponds to the minimum level within the M-class, its effects on Earth are not predicted. The fact is that the flare occurred at the edge of

13.03.2026, 16:48
FT: The US has depleted critically important ammunition stocks in the war with Iran
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FT: The US has depleted critically important ammunition stocks in the war with Iran

The Tomahawk Missile // Author: U.S. Navy derivative work: The High Fin Sperm Whale. Tomahawk_Block_IV_cruise_missile.jpg, Public domain, The main expenditure has been on Tomahawk cruise missiles. One source noted: “The Navy will have to deal with the consequences of these costs for several years.” In the coming days, the Pentagon plans to approach the White House and Congress for additional funding, which could reach $50 billion. Market participants suggest that this proposal will spark

13.03.2026, 15:41
The new Supreme Leader of Iran promised to avenge his father's death and continue the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
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The new Supreme Leader of Iran promised to avenge his father's death and continue the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mohtaba Khamenei For the first time since his appointment on March 8, Khamenei has not appeared at public events, which has sparked numerous rumors about his health on social media. According to Reuters, citing Iranian officials, the new leader sustained minor injuries, presumably as a result of the same incident that led to the death of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In his statement, he emphasized that the deaths of the "martyrs" would not go unanswered and confirmed that the

13.03.2026, 14:35
Afghanistan Accuses Pakistan of Airstrikes on Kabul and Kandahar
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Afghanistan Accuses Pakistan of Airstrikes on Kabul and Kandahar

According to Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid, there are women and children among the dead. As a result of the airstrikes, a fuel depot of the Kam Air airline, located near Kandahar airport, was also damaged. Pakistani security forces confirmed that the attacks targeted four "terrorist hideouts" in Kabul and border areas, as well as an oil storage facility in Kandahar. Islamabad claims that the strikes do not affect the civilian population.

13.03.2026, 14:26
The Head of IOM condemned the strike against displaced persons in Beirut
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The Head of IOM condemned the strike against displaced persons in Beirut

Smoke rises over Dahieh, a southern suburb of Beirut, Lebanon, following Israeli airstrikes. Amy Pope emphasized that civilians and the places where they seek protection should not become targets for attacks. She noted that many of the affected individuals were forced to leave their homes with only one change of clothes and are now living in tents that cannot protect them from bombings. According to reports, more than 800,000 people have become displaced as a result of large-scale evacuations

13.03.2026, 14:21
In Kazakhstan, the decision to deport a 16-year-old Russian who disagrees with the war in Ukraine has been revoked.
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In Kazakhstan, the decision to deport a 16-year-old Russian who disagrees with the war in Ukraine has been revoked.

The court hearing was attended by Timur's grandmother, who, in response to the judge's questions, expressed concerns for her grandson's life in the event of his return to Russia. Timur, originally from the Komi Republic, crossed the border into Kazakhstan on September 12 of last year, having made the journey by hitchhiking and walking. He stated that after crossing the border, he reached the border village of Astafyevo, covering about 17 kilometers overnight, and asked for help

13.03.2026, 14:11
U.S. Treasury: Navy Will Escort Oil Tankers Through the Strait of Hormuz
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U.S. Treasury: Navy Will Escort Oil Tankers Through the Strait of Hormuz

Bessent noted that currently tankers, including Iranian and ships flying the flag of China, are already passing through this strategically important waterway, indicating the absence of mining in the region. This statement comes amid threats from Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, to close the Strait of Hormuz, through which about 20% of the world's oil supplies pass. Iranian attacks on shipping and energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf have already led to a rise in oil

13.03.2026, 14:10
Ukraine reported an attack of 126 drones and a ballistic missile on the night of March 13.
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Ukraine reported an attack of 126 drones and a ballistic missile on the night of March 13.

Illustrative photo According to information from the Ukrainian Air Force, by 8:00 AM, 117 enemy drones had been shot down or neutralized. Strikes from a ballistic missile and eight drones were recorded at seven sites, with the wreckage of the downed drones falling in five different locations. The country's defense was carried out by aviation, anti-aircraft missile forces, electronic warfare units, mobile fire groups, and drone systems. At the time of writing, several enemy drones were

13.03.2026, 14:09
Mirziyoyev approved tightening responsibility for cybercrime and organized crime
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Mirziyoyev approved tightening responsibility for cybercrime and organized crime

// Press service of the President of Uzbekistan At the meeting, alarming statistical data was presented: the number of reports of cybercrime has increased 48 times over the past six years. According to the information from the press service of the president, in 2022, 82% of fraud cases and 76% of thefts were committed in the digital space, resulting in damages exceeding 2 trillion sums for individuals and legal entities. Among the proposed initiatives is the introduction of criminal and

13.03.2026, 13:08
Snow Falls in the Sahara - the Seventh Time in 40 Years
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Snow Falls in the Sahara - the Seventh Time in 40 Years

An incredible natural phenomenon occurred on the night of March 10 to 11, 2026, in Ain Sefra, Algeria, located on the northern edge of the Sahara, where snowfall was recorded. This brief precipitation was registered using a network weather station. Interestingly, this area is situated at an altitude of 1,059 meters above sea level. However, snow in the Sahara is an extremely rare event: in the last four decades, it has fallen here only seven times.

13.03.2026, 12:39
Former Deputy Head of German Intelligence Becomes Victim of Phishing Attack on Signal
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Former Deputy Head of German Intelligence Becomes Victim of Phishing Attack on Signal

It was recently reported that unknown attackers managed to hack the account of Arndt Freitag von Loringhoven, who previously held the position of deputy president of the Federal Intelligence Service of Germany (BND) and served as the ambassador of Germany in Poland and the Czech Republic. This was reported by DW. As it turned out, the fraudsters posed as a trusted person and asked von Loringhoven to enter his PIN code in the Signal messenger. After fulfilling this request, the 69-year-old

13.03.2026, 12:38
Tokaev spoke at the forum of maslikhat deputies and called for strengthening their role in reforms
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Tokaev spoke at the forum of maslikhat deputies and called for strengthening their role in reforms

// Akorda In his speech, Tokayev noted that the maslikhats play a key role in implementing both political and economic transformations. He pointed to the ongoing modernization processes in the areas of public administration, economy, and social policy, emphasizing that representative bodies of power occupy an important place in this work. The President noted that adherence to the principle of "Strong regions — strong country" has already contributed to raising the status of the

13.03.2026, 12:05
Hungary Returned Armored Vehicles to Ukraine but Retained $40 Million, €35 Million, and Gold
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Hungary Returned Armored Vehicles to Ukraine but Retained $40 Million, €35 Million, and Gold

Hungarian investigators from the National Tax and Customs Administration have notified the lawyers of the Ukrainian side about this decision. The armored vehicles were seized on March 5, containing 40 million dollars, 35 million euros, and nine kilograms of gold. Hungarian authorities initiated a criminal case on suspicion of money laundering, claiming that the transportation was carried out under the management of a former SBU general and other individuals with military backgrounds. On March

13.03.2026, 11:55