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  • MIL-OSI China: City cruise into Club World Cup knockouts with 6-0 win

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Manchester City and Juventus reached the last 16 of the FIFA Club World Cup on Sunday while Real Madrid moved closer with a gritty win over Pachuca despite playing nearly the entire match with 10 men.

    Pachuca, Al Ain and Wydad Casablanca joined previously eliminated Auckland City, Ulsan, Urawa Red Diamonds and Los Angeles FC in exiting the tournament in the United States.

    In Philadelphia, 20-year-old Turkiye international forward Kenan Yildiz scored twice as Juventus routed Morocco’s Wydad Casablanca 4-1 to clinch a knockout phase spot with a game to spare.

    Abdelmounaim Boutouil gifted the Italian club the lead with a sixth-minute own goal and Yildiz doubled the advantage by thumping a 20-yard effort into the top-right corner.

    Thembinkosi Lorch narrowed the deficit, lifting a shot over goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio after Nordin Amrabat’s defense-splitting pass.

    The impressive Yildiz made it 3-1 as he wrong-footed Boutouil before calmly side-footing into the far corner.

    Serbian striker Dusan Vlahovic put the result beyond doubt by converting a 94th-minute penalty after being fouled by Guilherme Ferreira.

    Juventus now has six points from its two games while Wydad is eliminated irrespective of its last group-stage fixture against Al Ain.

    “It was a different kind of match, also because of the [early] kick-off time and the tempo was lower,” Juventus manager Igor Tudor said afterwards. “They had prepared for us as well. We scored early and that helped us. But in football, you never know, you always have to stay alert.

    “I’m never calm, not even at 3-1 or 4-1. I always see danger. Credit to the boys, two good wins. Tonight they’ll have an evening off and a dinner out. They’ve earned it. Now we prepare for City, which will be a great challenge,” he added.

    In Charlotte, Real Madrid registered its first win of the tournament with a 3-1 defeat of Mexican side Pachuca.

    The Spanish giants were reduced to 10 men in the seventh minute after Raul Asencio was shown a straight red card for pulling down Salomon Rondon when the Venezuela international was through on goal.

    Despite the numerical disadvantage, Real Madrid took the lead through Jude Bellingham, who charged into the box after Fran Garcia’s pass before lashing low into the far corner.

    Arda Guler doubled the lead with a clinical finish after combining with Gonzalo Garcia and Federico Valverde made it 3-0 by volleying home at the far post following Brahim Diaz’s lofted pass.

    Pachuca pulled one back through Elias Montiel’s deflected strike 10 minutes from time.

    The victory lifted Real Madrid to the top of Group H with four points while Pachuca is last and cannot advance to the next stage.

    “We had to defend with one less player in a low block and in that situation you have to know how to suffer and have the humility to find the right moment,” Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso said.

    “We weren’t able to show what we’ve been working on but the defensive line held strong and we had good periods of possession. We took a lot of positives from the game, especially the three points.”

    In Atlanta, Ilkay Gundogan struck twice as Manchester City trounced Al Ain of the United Arab Emirates 6-0.

    Claudio Echeverri, Oscar Bobb, Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland were also on target – the latter from the penalty spot – as City secured its place in the next round.

    Al Ain had only 26% of the possession and managed only one shot on target, sealing its early exit from the competition.

    “We spoke a lot before the game about how to maintain our pressure so that we could score the goals that we did,” Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said.

    “The guys that played today took their opportunity. We are fortunate to have a lot of talented players that are waiting for their chance.”

    In Sunday’s other fixture, Austria’s RB Salzburg drew 0-0 with Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal at Audi Field in Washington D.C.

    Al Hilal had 58 percent of the total possession but managed only four shots on target while Salzburg had six attempts saved by Morocco international goalkeeper Yassine Bounou.

    The result leaves Salzburg second in Group H with four points, two ahead of third-placed Al Hila

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: OLAF and CEPOL deliver advanced Anti-Fraud Intelligence Training in Budapest

    Source: European Anti-Fraud Offfice

    From 16 to 20 June, the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) and the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Training (CEPOL) jointly delivered the Anti-Fraud Intelligence Analysis training (AFIA2025) in Budapest, Hungary. The course brought together 26 operational intelligence analysts from 12 EU Member States, as well as representatives from Europol and Ukraine.

    The training focused on enhancing participants´ skills and preparedness in preventing, detecting, analysing, and investigating fraud, with the goal of safeguarding the financial interests of the European Union and its Member States. The attendees, drawn from Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs), customs authorities and law enforcement, had the opportunity to examine various fraud patterns, deepen their understanding of the EU’s anti-fraud architecture, and exchange expertise on investigative and analytical methods. 

    AFIA2025 marks the third edition of this specialised training course, jointly delivered by OLAF and CEPOL with CEPOL’s financial and administrative support. The curriculum is revised annually based on participant feedback and evolving operational needs, ensuring it remains aligned with the latest challenges in the anti-fraud landscape.

    The training featured both practical and technical elements, with a strong emphasis on the use of analytical tools for fraud detection and investigation. Notably, this year’s edition showcased only open-source and freely available tools and OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence) resources. The OLAF trainers, themselves highly experienced in complex fraud analysis, demonstrated how effective investigations can be conducted while optimising resources and minimising costs.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Climate Action ‘A Rating’ for third year running

    Source: Scotland – City of Dundee

    Dundee has been recognised as one of 112 cities worldwide for its environmental leadership and transparency.

    The list, co-ordinated by charity CDP, gives cities rankings based on their climate action with Dundee City Council being awarded an A rating for 2024 and included for the third consecutive year.

    Dundee City Council is listed alongside only three other Scottish local authority recipients, which include Glasgow City Council, City of Edinburgh Council and Perth & Kinross Council.

    CDP is a not-for-profit organisation that runs the global disclosure system for companies, cities, states and regions to manage their environmental impacts.

    Climate, Environment & Biodiversity Depute Convener Cllr Nadia El-Nakla said: “Dundee is rightfully being recognised as a leader on environmental action receiving the highest possible rating from CDP for best practice in adaptation, mitigation, setting ambitious goals and progress towards those objectives.

    “The work being carried out is very positive, however the scale of the challenge we still face is considerable with no one organisation or single solution able to address the issues.

    “The Dundee Climate Leadership Group is leading the way in supporting city-wide action bringing together public, private and community organisations utilising the expertise here to achieve the reduction in carbon emissions that meet our city’s sustainability targets.”

    Hanah Paik, CDP Global Director for Cities, States and Regions said: “The cities, states and regions on CDP’s 2024 A List are setting the global benchmark for environmental leadership. Through robust disclosure and decisive action, they are ensuring that essential data is surfaced for informed decision-making across governments, markets and communities – and for unlocking access to the climate finance needed for implementation. They are not only accelerating their own progress but also charting a path for others to follow.”

    More information about the scores and A lists awarded by CDP can be found on the charity’s website.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: A murder investigation has been launched following a stabbing in Hounslow

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    We were called at 14:21hrs on Sunday, 22 June to reports of a stabbing in Hanworth Road, near the junction with School Road.

    Officers responded with paramedics from the London Ambulance Service. A 22-year-old man was treated for stab wounds before being taken to hospital where he sadly later died. His next of kin has been informed.

    Detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command are leading the investigation and enquiries are ongoing. A crime scene remains in place.

    Detective Chief Inspector Wayne Jolley said: “My thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim at this incredibly difficult time.

    “This incident happened in a busy part of Hounslow during the middle of the afternoon. It’s vital we hear from anyone who was in the area and witnessed the attack, the moments leading up to it, or the aftermath.

    “If you think you might have caught any dash cam or mobile phone footage, please contact the police as soon as possible.”

    “You may have vital information that could assist our investigation.”

    The incident happened outside the Hounslow Muslim Centre. At this time, there is nothing to suggest a link to the venue.

    Anyone who can assist the investigation team is asked to call 101 quoting 4387/22Jun.

    To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Constitutional Court a beacon of democracy

    Source: South Africa News Agency

    President Cyril Ramaphosa has used his weekly newsletter to call on all South Africans to “honour the proud history” of the Constitutional Court.

    “This year marks 30 years since the court convened for the first time, marking a new, bold chapter of our democratic journey. 

    “The imperative for the establishment of a specialised constitutional court was a key facet of the multiparty negotiations that preceded the democratic transition,” the President said.

    The court was established during a precarious time in South Africa where the country was in transition from apartheid towards a democratic order.

    “Whilst some believed that existing structures such as the Supreme Court could perform this task, the African National Congress advocated for a new court that was untainted by the past. 

    “Just as drafters of the constitution itself drew heavily on the experiences of other countries – when considering the model of the court we looked to other jurisdictions for inspiration.  One of these was Germany’s Federal Constitutional Court that was established in 1951.

    “In this respect, this proud institution of our democracy is the product of constitutional solidarity. It draws on the wisdom and support of international partners, yet remains uniquely South African in its outlook, its orientation and values,” the President said.

    Over the past 30 years, the court has made some far-reaching and landmark judgments including those related to prisoner voting rights and HIV/AIDS treatment.

    “Yet its less well-known judgments that have had equally dramatic impact on matters such as upholding the rights of pensioners to not having their old age grants disrupted, the rights of smallholder farmers to not have their livestock impounded under colonial-era ordinances, the rights of women in customary marriages, and upholding the rights of rail commuters to safety,” he highlighted.

    United in diversity

    President Ramaphosa noted that the diverse composition of the bench of judges has “played an important role in shaping the court’s jurisprudence”.

    “In 2007 former Chief Justice Pius Langa highlighted the centrality of judicial diversity, saying this was not confined solely to an appropriate racial or gender mix, but that a wide range of views and life experiences are represented.

    “Judicial diversity, Justice Langa said, is likely to increase judicial dissent, and hence improve the quality of decisions,” he said.

    The President highlighted that throughout its life, the court has delivered on its work “without fear or favour, not hesitating to hold even the most powerful in society to account” – ensuring public trust in the institution.

    “An Ipsos poll released earlier this year found that most South Africans view democracy, human rights and the rule of law as universal values that all nations deserve and must aspire towards. 

    “The majority of respondents also believed that South Africa is a good example of a democracy, and has a responsibility to be a moral leader in the world. This confidence is a result of the abiding trust the public has in our Constitutional Court.

    “As we celebrate this milestone, we should honour the proud history of the court by continuing to work together as all of society to realise the full promise of our Constitution,” President Ramaphosa concluded. – SAnews.gov.za

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: 21 June 2025 Departmental update WHO publishes 54 pathogen background documents to support safe water and sanitation systems

    Source: World Health Organisation

    In a move to strengthen global efforts against waterborne disease, WHO has released 54 WASH-related pathogens new technical background documents — announced yesterday at a global water microbiology conference in the Netherlands — that capture the latest science on pathogens linked to drinking-water and sanitation systems.

    Unsafe water, inadequate sanitation and poor hygiene (WASH) continue to expose billions of people to harmful pathogens every day. These systemic failures are responsible for more than 1.4 million preventable deaths each year, disproportionately affecting young children.

    The newly published documents offer a detailed overview of pathogens that pose a risk through water, sanitation, or both. WHO has included documents for several pathogens not traditionally considered waterborne, but for which questions have been raised about possible transmission through drinking-water.

    Each background document provides a concise summary of the current science. This includes information on human health impacts, disease patterns, modes of transmission, and sources of faecal contamination. The profiles also detail how these pathogens occur in the environment – including in various parts of the water cycle – and how they are detected, prevented, and managed within drinking-water and sanitation systems.

    The technical package also features a list of the top 10 water- and sanitation-related pathogens, developed to spotlight priority threats, raise awareness and support clear communication of the evidence and actions outlined in the background documents. Well-managed sanitation and drinking-water systems will effectively control WASH-related pathogens, including these top 10.

    This summary, along with the background documents, is being launched at WaterMicro25, the 22nd Health Related Water Microbiology Conference today, in the Netherlands.  Based on burden of disease data, evidence of WASH transmission and concerns such as antimicrobial resistance, the Top 10 pathogens include diarrhoea genic and enterohaemorrhagic Escherichia coli, Vibrio cholerae, Salmonella spp., Shigella, Campylobacter, Cryptosporidium, rotavirus, norovirus, adenovirus and hepatitis A.

    “We know what’s making people sick and we know how to stop it,” said Bruce Gordon, Head of WHO’s Water, Sanitation, Hygiene and Health Unit. “Safe drinking-water, sanitation systems and strong regulations are the foundation for public health – yet millions still lack access to them. A key is for all countries to work within their means and make gradual improvements within their systems to stop these pathogens.”

    A global problem, a preventable burden
    Many of these pathogens are transmitted not just through drinking-water, but also through contaminated food, hands and the environment. Poorly managed sanitation systems, unreliable water supply and exposure to animal waste all contribute to transmission.

    Although vaccines exist for some of these diseases – including cholera, rotavirus, typhoid and hepatitis A – most remain preventable only through long-term WASH investments, such as:

    “Effective WASH, which can stop all pathogens, is an essential complement to vaccination,” said Dr Sophie Boisson, Lead Epidemiologist in WHO’s Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Unit. “Effective WASH provides the multiple barriers that stop transmission of over 50 waterborne pathogens – viruses, bacteria and protozoan parasites.”

    WHO’s call to action
    The background documents are supporting information for WHO’s Guidelines on sanitation and health and/or the Guidelines for drinking-water quality. They are intended to help public health practitioners assess and manage risks in water and sanitation systems more effectively.  WHO supports countries to develop WASH standards, build workforce capacity and monitor progress through global efforts such as the WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme for Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (JMP) and the UN-Water Global Analysis and Assessment of Sanitation and Drinking-Water (GLAAS).

    By identifying the pathogens that matter most – and the systems that can stop them – WHO aims to strengthen disease prevention from the ground up.

    “It’s time to align public health strategies with water and sanitation realities,” added Boisson. “Without addressing the root causes of pathogen transmission, we will keep responding to outbreaks rather than preventing them.”

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Man charged for murder of Annabel Rook

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    Met detectives investigating the murder of Annabel Rook have charged a man.

    Clifton George, 44 (13.03.81), of Dumont Road, Hackney, was charged on Sunday, 22 June with the murder of 46-year-old Annabel. He was also charged with arson with intent to endanger life.

    He has been remanded in custody to appear at Thames Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 23 June.

    Annabel died on Tuesday, 17 June, having been found with stab wounds at an address on Dumont Road.

    A man was arrested for murder at the scene shortly after officers arrived and taken to hospital with slash injuries. He was later discharged and released into police custody before being charged.

    Acting Detective Chief Superintendent Brittany Clarke, who is in charge of policing for the Central East Basic Command Unit, said:

    “Our thoughts continue to remain with the family and friends of Annabel as they navigate this devastating loss.

    “We ask that the public refrain from speculation and respect their privacy at this time, and we thank the Hackney community for their ongoing support.”

    Police were called at 04:57hrs to reports of a gas explosion with a person trapped inside and attended alongside the London Ambulance Service and the London Fire Brigade.

    Despite their efforts, Annabel was sadly declared dead at the scene.

    Her family continue to be supported by specialist officers.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Man charged with murder of Annabel Rook

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    Met detectives investigating the murder of Annabel Rook have charged a man.

    Clifton George, 44 (13.03.81), of Dumont Road, Hackney, was charged on Sunday, 22 June with the murder of 46-year-old Annabel. He was also charged with arson with intent to endanger life.

    He has been remanded in custody to appear at Thames Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 23 June.

    Annabel died on Tuesday, 17 June, having been found with stab wounds at an address on Dumont Road.

    A man was arrested for murder at the scene shortly after officers arrived and taken to hospital with slash injuries. He was later discharged and released into police custody before being charged.

    Acting Detective Chief Superintendent Brittany Clarke, who is in charge of policing for the Central East Basic Command Unit, said:

    “Our thoughts continue to remain with the family and friends of Annabel as they navigate this devastating loss.

    “We ask that the public refrain from speculation and respect their privacy at this time, and we thank the Hackney community for their ongoing support.”

    Police were called at 04:57hrs to reports of a gas explosion with a person trapped inside and attended alongside the London Ambulance Service and the London Fire Brigade.

    Despite their efforts, Annabel was sadly declared dead at the scene.

    Her family continue to be supported by specialist officers.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Chinese AAA role-playing game eyes global release amid industry growth

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Riding the wave of global interest ignited by “Black Myth: Wukong,” another Chinese-developed AAA role-playing game, “WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers,” is now set to step onto the international stage.

    Developed by Chengdu Lingze Technology Co., Ltd. based in Chengdu, capital of southwest China’s Sichuan Province, “WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers” is set for global release on July 24. The game soared to the top of Steam’s China bestseller chart on its pre-order debut this April and ranked eighth worldwide, drawing significant attention from players around the globe.

    Set in a mythic world inspired by ancient Chinese legends, “WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers” invites players to step into the shoes of a lone female warrior, embarking on a journey through towering mountains, ancient temples and forgotten ruins, in a quest to uncover lost memories and hidden truths.

    The game draws heavily from the ancient Shu civilization, a prominent culture in southwest China known for its distinctive bronze masks and archaeological sites such as Sanxingdui, according to Guo Xinyi, CFO of Lingze Technology.

    To authentically bring this world to life, the development team at Lingze Technology conducted six years of extensive field research, including 3D scanning at dozens of cultural and historical sites — like the Anyue Stone Carvings and Taoping Village in the Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture. The result is a vivid recreation of these ancient landmarks within the game.

    Drawing inspiration from classical texts such as “The Classic of Mountains and Seas,” the developers also integrated regional myths and local legends to craft a unique and immersive cultural atmosphere.

    The developers view the project as a fusion of gameplay and cultural narrative, ensuring it is both captivating and firmly grounded in Chinese tradition.

    “We wanted to make a game that is, above all, fun to play,” said Xia Siyuan, CTO and game producer at Lingze Technology. “We believe that only when players truly enjoy the game will they be motivated to explore the cultural stories behind it.”

    “The ancient Shu civilization was a natural foundation for us to build this world upon,” Xia added. “We want the world to see that Chinese culture is full of creative potential.”

    “WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers” is set to launch on major global platforms, including Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5 and Xbox, the studio said. Industry insiders see the game as a potential milestone in China’s push to expand its footprint in the global AAA gaming market.

    AAA games, typically defined as requiring a lot of money, a lot of time and a lot of resources, are high-cost, high-quality, large-scale single-player titles. The market has long been dominated by developers from countries such as Japan, the United States and France.

    The upcoming release of “WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers” is part of a broader trend toward diversification and rising quality in China’s gaming industry. Other highly anticipated Chinese titles include “Showa American Story,” “Lost Soul Aside” and upcoming downloadable content for “Black Myth: Wukong.”

    China is the world’s largest gaming market, with domestic sales revenue surpassing 325 billion yuan (about 45.3 billion U.S. dollars) in 2024. Also, the 2024 China gaming industry report showed that China had 674 million gamers, while domestically developed games achieved overseas sales of 18.56 billion dollars last year, indicating the increasing international influence of Chinese games. 

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: SPbPU is among the leaders in graduate employment

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University has confirmed the high level of training of specialists: according to the results of the national ranking of graduate employment, published by the Federal Service for Labor and Employment (Rostrud), the university was among the best universities in the country and demonstrated one of the highest results among universities in St. Petersburg.

    The ranking includes more than 150 universities from all regions of Russia. SPbPU is represented in the following areas of education: “Humanities”, “Engineering, Technology and Technical Sciences”, “Arts and Culture”, “Mathematical and Natural Sciences”, “Sciences about Society”.

    In each category, Polytechnic University is among the top 8 universities in St. Petersburg: its success is especially noticeable in mathematical and natural sciences, where SPbPU ranks fourth in undergraduate programs and third in graduate programs, which underlines the university’s high scientific and educational reputation.

    Polytechnic University also has a good position in the field of social sciences: graduates of the Master’s program occupy third place in the city in terms of employment and salaries, ahead of many specialized universities. Graduates of the Design program have become the most sought-after – SPbPU ranks first among St. Petersburg universities in the field of Art and Culture and second in Russia.

    This leading position testifies to the comprehensive development of the Polytechnic University and its significant contribution to the training of sought-after and competitive specialists in accordance with the trending requirements of industrial customers.

    At Polytechnic University, we do not just teach students, but actively promote their career growth and successful integration into the country’s economy in their chosen field. Already during their studies, Polytechnic students have the opportunity to solve real problems at partner enterprises. This allows us to prepare sought-after specialists who can make a significant contribution to Russia’s technological leadership. As a result, most graduates are employed or receive attractive offers from employers even before defending their diploma. The geography of their work covers both Russia and other countries, – commented SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy.

    SPbPU demonstrates stable positions in the rankings thanks to a systematic approach: we develop connections with employers, implement practice-oriented modules and prepare graduates for real work. This is confirmed by statistical data and independent analytical assessments, – noted Vice-Rector for Educational Activities of SPbPU Lyudmila Pankova.

    The rating is based on data on employment and salary levels of 2022 graduates, obtained from the Federal Service for Labor and Employment. The rating is calculated based on data on employment and salary levels two years after graduation.

    The full rating is published onwebsite Federal Service for Labor and Employment of Russia.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The Polytechnic team built the “Wall of Memory” at the ARCHNEVA architectural workshop

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    The Sylva memoria team of the Civil Engineering Institute took part in the final event of the ARCHNEVA 2025 student architectural workshop, dedicated to the design and construction of wooden structures in honor of the 80th anniversary of the Victory. The final took place in the park of the St. Petersburg State Forest Engineering University. The organizers were: the Wooden Housing Association, Kirov St. Petersburg State Forest Engineering University and the SOLO architectural bureau.

    The team was led by Alexandra Zatsepina, a teacher at the Higher School of Industrial, Civil and Road Construction.

    The team included students from various higher schools of the Civil Engineering Institute:

    Sharip Isaev, 4th year undergraduate student, Higher School of Industrial, Civil and Road Construction; Alina Totskaya, 3rd year undergraduate student, Higher School of Design and Architecture; Polina Shindina, 3rd year undergraduate student, Higher School of Design and Architecture; Elizaveta Rudt, 2nd year undergraduate student, Higher School of Industrial, Civil and Road Construction; Elizaveta Ivanova, 4th year undergraduate student, Higher School of Industrial, Civil and Road Construction.

    During the workshop, our team developed and implemented a small architectural form project, “Memory Wall”. The object was made of timber, boards, beams, plexiglass and mirrors. According to the students’ idea, “Memory Wall” became a symbol of careful rethinking of the memory of a place through form, light and texture.

    It was the connection with the place that attracted the attention of the jury at the final stage of the competition – when preparing the project, the students conducted research into the history of the park during the Great Patriotic War, talked with the director of the Botanical Garden of St. Petersburg State Forest University Nina Adonina, and collected information that was placed on the art object “Wall of Memory”.

    The team worked on the project not only at the level of concept and architectural solution, but also in the design plan: working documentation was developed, cost estimates were calculated, consultations were held with architects, engineers, manufacturers of Himtex fasteners and Farbraum paint and varnish coatings.

    The students went through all stages of the project implementation — from conception to construction. They personally erected the object, adapting it to the real conditions of the site and overcoming organizational and technical difficulties. Support was provided by experienced craftsmen, students of the Forestry University and representatives of other teams.

    At the final presentation, 6 teams from St. Petersburg, Moscow and Kazan presented their objects. The objects were opened to the public and the jury, which included industry experts, architects, festival curators and journalists. The “Wall of Memory” was awarded a diploma, and its future destiny was determined – the object will be installed in the Botanical Garden of St. Petersburg State Forest University.

    “The project allowed us to combine an engineering approach with landscape and architectural thinking,” said team member and fourth-year student of the Higher School of Industrial, Civil and Road Construction Sharip Isaev. “It was an important experience not only in design, but also in the team implementation of an idea from concept to implementation. We are grateful to the mentor and the ARCHNEVA workshop for the opportunity to be part of such a process.”

    The mentor of the team from the Civil Engineering Institute, Alexandra Zatsepina, noted: The greatest success for the team was how people passing by interact with the constructed art object. They come up, read the history of the park on the illuminated transparent wall, look at the mirrored windows with candles, where the guys indicated the plants that survived the blockade. You really want to stop at the wall and feel the “memory of the forest”.

    The Sylva memoria team became a shining example of active student participation in the life of the city and demonstrated the high level of preparation of students of the St. Petersburg Polytechnic University Institute of Civil Engineering to solve real-life design problems.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Xinhua Commentary: Carrying out the “Central Asia-China spirit” and creating a new chapter of mutually beneficial cooperation

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    ASTANA, June 23 (Xinhua) — The Xinhua Research Institute, a think tank under the Xinhua News Agency, on Sunday released a report to the world titled “Developing the Central Asia-China Spirit: Achievements, Opportunities and Prospects of Regional Cooperation,” which provides a comprehensive overview of the important achievements and opportunities as well as challenges and problems of China-Central Asia cooperation in the new era and makes a forward-looking analysis of the future prospects.

    Central Asia is connected to China by common nature and destiny. If we look back into the past, we can see how the peoples of China and Central Asia together contributed to the establishment and prosperity of the Great Silk Road, leaving behind vivid evidence of cooperation over the centuries: “Caravans stretched to the horizon, and overseas merchants flocked to the border outposts day after day.”

    In the new era, China and Central Asia have become good neighbors, reliable friends, partners and brothers bound by a common destiny. From the quantitative and qualitative growth of trade and economic ties to the interconnectedness of infrastructure, from the joint development of green energy to mutual learning and the joint development of cultural exchanges, China and Central Asian countries have created a new reality of friendly, safe and prosperous neighborliness in the Eurasian space, developing and shaping the “Central Asia-China spirit” characterized by mutual respect, mutual trust, mutual benefit, mutual assistance and the promotion of joint modernization through high-quality development. In this way, China and Central Asia have jointly created a model and pattern of regional cooperation.

    The international situation is currently characterized by growing instability, and the world is entering a new period of turbulence and change. The rise of unilateralism and trade protectionism, and the destruction of international production and logistics chains are clouding the prospects for global trade. Despite the fruitful results achieved, cooperation between China and Central Asia faces numerous risks and challenges.

    In the face of a complicated and tense external environment, China is relentlessly focused on its own development and firmly promotes a high level of opening up to the outside world. In this process, China has always regarded the Central Asian region as an important area of its good-neighborly diplomacy, striving to expand mutually beneficial cooperation with countries in the region. This not only brings stability to the Central Asian economy, but also serves as a model of peaceful coexistence and mutually beneficial cooperation for the world.

    With the acceleration of a new wave of scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation, and the deepening of regional cooperation, China and Central Asian countries are intensifying cooperation in new and diverse areas, striving for joint innovative development.

    At the new turn of history, China and Central Asian countries will write a new chapter of regional development together with greater openness and firmness of purpose, bringing more certainty and positive energy to the unstable world, igniting a new light of hope for mankind’s path to a better future, and making greater contributions to the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Kyrgyzstan’s Black, Red, Yellow Wins Best Film at 2025 Shanghai Film Festival

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    SHANGHAI, June 23 (Xinhua) — The full-length film “Kara Kyzyl Sary” (Black, Red, Yellow), directed by Kyrgyz filmmaker Aktan Arym Kubat, won the top prize of the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival, the Golden Cup.

    The closing ceremony of the festival took place on Saturday. The award in the nomination “Best Film” was presented to the Kyrgyz director by the chairman of the jury, the famous film director Giuseppe Tornatore. The performers of the leading roles Nargiza Mamatkulova and Aigul Busurmankulova also appeared on stage.

    According to Kyrgyz media, the film’s plot centers on the life of a weaver whose carpets become a reflection of the fates of the people for whom they are created. In her hands, these products turn into mirrors showing the fates of their owners. The director noted that the main character’s love story unfolds against the backdrop of the collapse of the USSR, when significant changes were taking place in both the political and spiritual spheres, which exacerbated human feelings.

    The project “Kara Kyzyl Sary” was created with the support of the National Film Studio “Kyrgyzfilm” and is based on the works of the writer Topchugul Shaidullaeva. Filming took place in the Batken region of Kyrgyzstan.

    In addition, in the competition category “Animation”, the joint project of Russia and Kazakhstan “Son” was recognized as the best animated short film.

    The main competition program of the Shanghai International Film Festival included 12 full-length films, with veteran Chinese filmmaker Cao Baoping winning the Best Director award for his action-comedy “One Wacky Summer,” the Best Actress award went to Chinese actress Wan Qian for her role in “Wild Nights, Tamed Beasts,” and the Best Actor award went to José Martins for his work in the Portuguese-Brazilian co-production “The Scent of Things Remembered.”

    The 27th Shanghai International Film Festival was held in China from June 13 to 22. During this time, more than 400 films from about 70 countries were shown in dozens of Shanghai cinemas. The festival film program consisted of five sections: main competition, new Asian talents, animation, documentary films, and short films.

    Let us recall that the Shanghai International Film Festival is the only international category “A” film festival held in China. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The first flight of the Chinese airline Juneyao Air from Shanghai arrived in Vladivostok, Russia

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Vladivostok, June 23 (Xinhua) — The first flight of China’s Juneyao Air from Shanghai arrived in Vladivostok, the administrative center of Russia’s Primorsky Krai, on Monday, the Russian city’s international airport reported on its website.

    Juneyao Air opened a direct flight from Shanghai to Vladivostok on June 23. On the morning of this day, the first Juneyao Air flight from Shanghai was greeted with a water arch at Vladivostok airport.

    The Primorye air hub marked the important event with a special edition of limited edition commemorative postcards. The first passengers were given them along with their boarding passes.

    The new route uses an Airbus 321 aircraft in a two-class configuration. Flights in the summer schedule are performed twice a week on Mondays and Fridays to Shanghai Pudong Airport. Flight time from Vladivostok to Shanghai is 3 hours 30 minutes.

    Taking into account the new Juneyao Air flights, the frequency on the Vladivostok-Shanghai route will reach 8 flights per week. At the moment, flights from Vladivostok airport to the Chinese metropolis are also operated by Russian airlines Rossiya and S7 Airlines. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Officers investigating a fatal collision in Bexley appeal for public’s help

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    The Met is appealing for witnesses after a man was killed and a woman was seriously injured in a collision in Bexley.

    At approximately 23:00hrs on Saturday, 21 June, a car collided with a fence at the junction of Hurst Road with Glenhurst Avenue.

    A 70-year-old man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene by the London Ambulance Service. His next of kin have been informed.

    A 67-year-old woman, who was taken to hospital by London’s Air Ambulance, suffered life-changing injuries and remains in a critical condition.

    The driver – a 26-year-old man – was arrested shortly after the incident for causing death by dangerous driving and causing serious injury by dangerous driving. He was taken to custody for questioning.

    Detective Sergeant Rob Harris, from the Met’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said:

    “As our enquiries continue, we are appealing to anyone who may have been in the area at the time.

    “Did you witness the collision? If you think you might have caught any dash cam or mobile phone footage of the incident, or the time leading up to it, please contact the police as soon as possible.”

    You can call 101 or the witness line directly on 0208 285 1574 quoting the reference 8461/21Jun.

    Alternatively contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 to remain 100% anonymous.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Annabel Rook’s family issue statement after Hackney death

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    The family of a woman who was stabbed to death in Hackney have paid tribute to her.

    A murder investigation was launched following the death of Annabel Rook at a house in Dumont Road, Hackney.

    In a statement, Annabel’s family said:

    “The family are struggling to come to terms with this terrible tragedy. We have lost our beautiful daughter, sister, friend and mother. Annabel was a truly wonderful woman. She touched the hearts of so many.

    “She gave her life to helping the vulnerable and the disadvantaged whether it was in refugee camps in Africa or setting up MamaSuze in London, to enhance the lives of survivors of forced displacement and gender-based violence.

    “We would really appreciate it if our privacy could be respected.”

    Officers were called at 04:57hrs on Tuesday, 17 June to reports of a gas explosion with a person trapped inside the address.

    Officers attended alongside the London Ambulance Service and the London Fire Brigade.

    Annabel, 46 was found inside the property with stab wounds. Despite the efforts of paramedics, she was sadly declared dead at the scene.

    A 44-year-old man was arrested at the address on suspicion of murder. He was taken to hospital before later being discharged into police custody where he remains.

    Detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command are leading the investigation.

    Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call police on 101 quoting CAD 926/17June or to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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  • India set to outpace G7 economies, says Equirus report

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    A recent report by wealth management firm Equirus has underlined India’s structural economic strengths, stating the country is poised to outpace G7 economies in the coming years. The report suggests that global capital can no longer afford to ignore India’s evolving economic landscape.

    According to Equirus, India’s growth is being powered by strong macroeconomic fundamentals, government-led capital expenditure, a revival in rural consumption, and a structural shift in manufacturing. These factors, the report notes, are positioning India favourably amid a globally uncertain economic environment.

    Equirus Credence Family Office CEO Mitesh Shah said India is no longer just the fastest-growing economy on paper, but is structurally better placed than most of the G7 nations. He described this as a “seismic shift” in global economic dynamics. Highlighting the shift in global macro trends, Shah pointed out that India is expected to contribute over 15 per cent to global GDP growth between 2025 and 2030, whereas traditional global investment strategies are beginning to falter.

    The report outlines how India is benefiting from critical structural trends. These include a significant uptick in rural demand, where FMCG consumption in rural areas grew by 6 per cent, compared to 2.8 per cent in urban regions. In addition, government-led capital expenditure is set to increase by 17.4 per cent, alongside a Rs 2.5 lakh crore liquidity infusion currently underway.

    Over the last decade, the monthly per capita expenditure gap between rural and urban households has narrowed from 84 per cent to 70 per cent, further supporting the case for a consumption-led recovery in the Indian economy.

    Equirus also questions the continued relevance of the traditional 60/40 portfolio strategy, which divides assets between equities and bonds. In an increasingly fragmented global financial landscape, the report argues, dynamic and geography-spanning asset allocation is not just advisable but essential for both capital preservation and alpha generation.

    India’s rising global economic stature is evident in its growing contribution to global GDP growth, which now significantly exceeds that of Japan and Germany. The report also highlights broader global shifts that support India’s rise, including a decline of around 6 per cent in the Dollar Index (DXY) from its 2025 peak and stable crude oil prices near $70 per barrel, both of which help ease India’s import burden.

    On the manufacturing front, the report notes the gradual materialisation of the ‘China +1’ strategy. With multinational corporations like Apple moving parts of their iPhone production to India, the country is gaining from favourable cost structures, lower attrition rates, and stronger geopolitical alignment.

    India’s post-election economic outlook is also bolstered by a capex push led by both central and state governments. With a 17.4 per cent rise in capital spending and liquidity support via phased CRR cuts, the report sees these developments as a key force behind India’s economic momentum.

    -IANS

  • MIL-OSI: Suspension i forbindelse med fusion

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    I fobindelse med fusion den 27. juni 2025 af Nordea Invest European Small Cap Stars KL, vil handelen i afdelingen blive suspenderet fra og med den 24. juni 2025 til og med den sidste handelsdag den 26. juni 2025.

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  • MIL-OSI: Suspension i forbindelse med fusion

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    I fobindelse med fusion den 27. juni 2025 af Nordea Invest European Small Cap Stars KL, vil handelen i afdelingen blive suspenderet fra og med den 24. juni 2025 til og med den sidste handelsdag den 26. juni 2025.

    ISIN DK0015960983
    Fond European Small Cap Stars KL
    Suspenderingsdato 24. juni 2025 – 26. juni 2025

    Handelen vil ligeledes blive suspenderet i den fortsættende afdeling Nordea Invest European Stars KL fra og med den 26.06.25 til og med den 27.06.25.

    ISIN DK0010265693
    Fond European Stars KL
    Suspenderingsdato 26. juni 2025 – 27. juni 2025

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  • MIL-OSI China: Wang caps ‘dream week’ in Berlin with breakthrough

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Despite a hard-fought loss in her first-ever WTA Tour singles final, China’s Wang Xinyu is leaving Berlin with a career-best result and a “dream week” to build on.

    In a grueling three-set final, Wang was edged out by former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova, 7-6 (10), 4-6, 6-2 in the WTA 500 Berlin Open final on Sunday, but the 23-year-old delivered a career-best performance on grass and signaled her growing presence among the game’s elites.

    Wang Xinyu capped off a milestone week at the WTA 500 Berlin Open with a runner-up finish on Sunday, following a fierce three-set battle against former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova.

    “This week has been a dream for me. I’ve been playing unbelievable tennis here,” Wang said.

    It marked Wang’s first appearance in a tour-level singles championship match after six previous attempts ended in the semifinal stage.

    The journey to the final was a story of resilience and giant-killing upsets.

    After navigating two rounds of qualifying, the Chinese ousted world No. 16 Daria Kasatkina in the first round, then stunned newly-crowned French Open champion and world No. 2 Coco Gauff 6-3, 6-3 for her first career victory against a top-two player.

    In the quarterfinals, Wang took the first set 6-1 before Paula Badosa was forced to retire due to injury. Wang’s subsequent 6-4, 6-1 win over Liudmila Samsonova in the semifinals marked her fourth consecutive victory over a top-20 opponent this week.

    But Wang’s week almost ended before it truly began.

    Behind this string of victories was a moment of doubt that almost sent her home. Wang revealed that her team had to practically force her to continue playing during that first qualifying match.

    “Coming to this match [the semifinal], and coming to every match here I wasn’t expecting anything. For me, it’s really just to enjoy the stage. They [My team] literally pushed me back out there [in the first qualifying round]. I was walking towards the net, thinking, ‘That’s it, it’s not my day,’ but they said, ‘No, no, no, get back out there and play!’” Wang said.

    She got back out there, and reeled off six straight wins.

    “Enjoy the match” became her mantra throughout the week. Even after the final loss, Wang was quick to focus on the positives she had built.

    “People might focus more on the parts of the match where you didn’t play well, and you remember the tough losses,” Wang reflected. “But I have to remind myself to remember the great shots I played this week, to focus on the positive aspects, and to enjoy the upcoming tournaments.”

    This resilient mindset isn’t new.

    At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Wang and her mixed doubles partner Zhang Zhizhen made a surprise run to the final. The Chinese mixed doubles pair lost a nailbiter 6-2, 5-7, 10-8 to the Czech Republic’s Tomas Machac and nine-time Grand Slam doubles winner and Tokyo women’s doubles gold medalist Katerina Siniakova.

    A day later, Wang had already come to terms with the result.

    “We had many opportunities to take the lead, and we did our best in those moments. Of course, there are some regrets,” she said at the time. “But looking back, I think we need to give ourselves more encouragement and affirmation.”

    It is this calm nature that allows Wang to take wins and losses in stride.

    In her own words, it’s a simple philosophy that keeps her moving forward –“If you lose a match, there’s always a new opportunity next week to go chase a victory.”

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Polytechnic University scientists receive grant from the Ministry of Education and Science

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

    Polytechnic University received a grant from the Ministry of Education and Science for the development of scientific and technological infrastructure and technologies in the field of nuclear medicine, nanomedicine and hadron therapy, including the development of high-tech and radiopharmaceutical drugs.

    The Polytechnic University has won the competitive selection for the provision of grants in the form of subsidies from the federal budget for the implementation of individual activities of the Federal Scientific and Technical Program for the Development of Synchrotron and Neutron Research and Research Infrastructure for the Period up to 2030 and Beyond. The grant is aimed at developing scientific and technological infrastructure and technologies in the field of nuclear medicine, nanomedicine and hadron therapy, including the development of high-tech and radiopharmaceutical drugs (RPhLD).

    A group of scientists from SPbPU, headed by the director of the Institute of Biomedical Systems and Biotechnology Andrey Vasin, together with the scientific team of the Department of Molecular and Radiation Biophysics of the National Research Center “Kurchatov Institute” – PNPI, presented a research program for the competition dedicated to the development of new technologies for the encapsulation and delivery of radionuclides for the diagnosis and therapy of malignant neoplasms.

    Currently, in Russia there are practically no original modern technological developments in the field of encapsulation of various radionuclides of therapeutic action, which can be further used to create new RFLPs to combat socially significant diseases, primarily malignant neoplasms. We plan to develop methods for obtaining hybrid nanocarriers for radionuclides and methods for encapsulating radioactive isotopes of radium-224 and iodine-125 in them by the end of 2025. And in the next two years, preclinical studies of the safety of the RFLPs being developed will be conducted and the effectiveness of their use for the treatment of malignant neoplasms in vivo will be studied, – noted Andrey Vasin.

    There are also plans to implement an additional professional development program, “Modern methods of delivering radionuclides for the diagnosis and treatment of malignant neoplasms,” which will allow training personnel for the industry.

    We are grateful to the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation for supporting our project, which has quite a serious groundwork and an excellent team of researchers, including many young scientists. The funds received will also be used to modernize the equipment needed to conduct research in the field of developing RFLP drugs. Preventive maintenance of individual systems of the isochronous cyclotron MGC-20, which is used to produce radioactive isotopes to obtain RFLP, is planned. The plans include equipping areas for quality control of “cold” hybrid nanocarriers and isotopes based on the scientific divisions of the Institute of Biomedical Systems and Biotechnology, – commented the curator of the project, Vice-Rector for Research at SPbPU Yuri Fomin.

    The project is being implemented jointly with the scientific team of the Department of Molecular and Radiation Biophysics of the National Research Center “Kurchatov Institute” – PNPI, which has a research infrastructure for the development and conduct of preclinical studies of radiopharmaceutical drugs. The project will be implemented during 2025-2027, the total funding will be 231 million rubles, including 21 million rubles of the organization’s own funds.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Representatives of the Ministry of Education and Science and the National Research University Moscow State University of Civil Engineering visited the Student Design Bureau of the State University of Management

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: State University of Management – Official website of the State –

    A working meeting of representatives of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation and the National Research University Moscow State University of Civil Engineering with the management of the State University of Management and the team of the Student Design Bureau “Innovative Solutions” was held at the State University of Management.

    Deputy Director of the Department for Coordination of Activities of Educational Organizations Aslan Dambegov and Deputy Head of the Department for Coordination of Activities of Educational Organizations Natalya Trukhacheva came to get acquainted with the work of SKB GUU from the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia. From NRU MGSU – the operator of the competition of the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia of Student Design Bureaus (SDB) – our university was visited by the Head of the Student Entrepreneurship Center of the Science Policy Department Roza Kazaryan and the Project Manager Kirill Zyuzin.

    The Vice-Rectors of the University Maria Karelina and Vitaly Lapshenkov and the team of the Student Design Bureau under the leadership of the Director of the Engineering Project Management Center Vladimir Filatov told the guests about the projects of the SKB “Innovative Solutions” of the State University of Management.

    SKB “Innovative Solutions” is a platform where students from the State University of Management and other technical universities develop real projects for industry in the following areas:

    Unmanned systems; Robotics; Reverse engineering; Additive technologies.

    The team of the Student Design Bureau of the State University of Management said that in 2025 they plan to implement projects to create 3D models of electric trains and implement unmanned transport control technologies. The parties also considered the possibilities of inter-university collaborations within the framework of the project and support formats from industrial partners.

    The visit of the representatives of the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia and the National Research University Moscow State University of Civil Engineering to the State University of Management was the first in a series of meetings with the leaders of the competition of student design bureaus of Russia. In total, 15 universities of the country passed the competitive selection in the areas of “Student Design Leadership” and “Creation and Development of a Student Design Bureau” and became winners.

    Let us recall that a new reverse engineering laboratory was recently opened at the State University of Management.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Allister tables motion on 9th anniversary of Brexit referendum

    Source: Traditional Unionist Voice – Northern Ireland

    To coincide with the 9th anniversary (23rd June) of the Brexit referendum, TUV leader and North Antrim MP, Jim Allister, has tabled this motion in the House of Commons:-

    “This House deplores that 9 years on from the Brexit referendum – the greatest democratic mandate in the nation’s history – Brexit has still not been delivered for Northern Ireland and that instead the United kingdom has been partitioned by a foreign EU customs and regulatory border in the Irish Sea, leaving Northern Ireland under the EU Customs Code and subject in 300 areas of law to EU, not UK, law.

    “This House therefore calls on HMG to take back control and sovereignty over the whole United Kingdom and to regulate the international border with the EU through application of the solution of mutual enforcement.”

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: ASIA/VIETNAM – An association for the promotion of faith in Vietnam is born in the parish of Trang Quan

    Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI

    Saturday, 21 June 2025

    Hai Phong (Agenzia Fides) – To accompany adults who have recently received baptism on their journey of faith: with this objective, the Association for the Promotion of Faith was born in the parish of Trang Quan, in the diocese of Hai Phong.The initiative of giving life to this new group came after considering the data on the administration of the sacraments presented by the parish Executive Committee. In the last five years, more than 100 adults have decided to receive baptism in this community.The association was officially presented during a Mass presided over by parish priest Giuse Vu Van Khuong and joins other formation initiatives recently promoted by the parish. In addition to premarital and catechism courses for adults, in recent months, specific training programs for first-level catechists have been launched, which include a certification by the diocese.At the diocesan level, the Church of Hai Phong has promoted extensive training: hundreds of catechists have participated in the various series organized by the Diocesan Catechetical Office. The meetings have offered theological content on the ministry of the catechist and have placed special emphasis on the central role of Sacred Scripture in the transmission of the faith. Some participants have been able to apply their acquired knowledge by completing pastoral internships with children of the Eucharistic Youth Movement. (F.B.) (Agenzia Fides, 21/6/2025)
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  • MIL-OSI Europe: AMERICA/ECUADOR – Salesians distribute work kits to fishermen in difficulty after the environmental disaster in Esmeraldas

    Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI

    Saturday, 21 June 2025

    ANS

    Esmeraldas (Agenzia Fides) – On March 13, 2025, a pipeline rupture in the province of Esmeraldas, northwest Ecuador, caused a huge amount of oil to spill into the river of the same name, which gives the region its name. It reached the Pacific Ocean and altered the biodiversity of unique river and marine ecosystems for kilometers.Most of the region’s population makes a living from fishing. An activity that, several months later, is struggling to restart. According to authorities, more than half a million people are still affected by the environmental disaster: while in March, the oil-related water crisis required rationing and the use of water reserves, in recent weeks, fishermen have struggled to resume their fishing activities as the “oil spill” damaged their equipment. Just over a month later, the same region was hit by an earthquake that caused even more damage.Salesian missionaries, through the Salesian Foundation North Coast and the Salesian Inspectorate Campaign of Ecuador “Together for Emeraldas”, delivered artisanal fishing kits and construction materials last week to areas affected by the oil spill and the recent earthquake, according to the Salesian news agency ANS.Thanks to the support of the Salesian Procurator of Ireland and the active collaboration of the Salesian Works of Ecuador, the kits were distributed to various groups of fishermen on the banks of Santa Cruz and in the Santa Martha II neighborhood. The kits include basic tools for artisanal fishing, such as nets, hooks, ropes, safety devices, and other supplies.At the same time, families affected by the violent earthquake of April 25 received building materials to rebuild their homes. The beneficiary families come from the Santa Martha and 5 de Junio neighborhoods, where the earthquake caused serious structural damage to several homes. (F.B.) (Agenzia Fides, 21/6/2025)
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  • Kanishka bombing anniversary: EAM reiterates call for zero tolerance to terrorism, extremism

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday paid homage to the 329 victims of the 1985 Air India ‘Kanishka’ bombing, marking the 40th anniversary of one of the deadliest acts of aviation terrorism in history.
     
    Reiterating India’s firm stance against terrorism, Jaishankar underscored the need for global zero tolerance towards terrorism and violent extremism. He called the tragedy a grim reminder of the devastating consequences of allowing such ideologies to persist.
     
    “On the 40th anniversary of Air India 182 ‘Kanishka’ bombing, we honour the memory of the 329 lives lost in one of the worst acts of terrorism. A stark reminder of why the world must show zero tolerance towards terrorism and violent extremism,” Jaishankar said in a post on X.
     
    Air India Flight 182 was en route from Montreal to Mumbai via London and Delhi when it was destroyed mid-air over the Atlantic Ocean on June 23, 1985, after a bomb exploded in its cargo hold.
     
    The Boeing 747 aircraft, named after Emperor Kanishka of the Kushan dynasty, had just completed a scheduled stop at Montreal’s Mirabel Airport, where additional passengers boarded. The flight then resumed its journey toward London Heathrow before vanishing from radar shortly after establishing contact with Shannon Air Traffic Control in Ireland.
     
    The mid-air explosion occurred off the Irish coast, killing all 329 people on board, including 22 crew members. The investigation later revealed that the bomb had been placed in luggage originating from Vancouver, pointing to a transnational terror plot.
     
    The attack was attributed to the Khalistani extremist outfit Babbar Khalsa. Inderjit Singh Reyat, a British-Canadian national, pleaded guilty in 2003 for his role in assembling the explosive device. Another key conspirator, Talwinder Singh Parmar, a founding member of Babbar Khalsa, was believed to be the mastermind behind the bombing.
     
    To mark the solemn anniversary, a high-level Indian delegation led by Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri arrived in Ireland on Sunday to participate in the memorial service at the Ahakista Memorial in Cork.
     
    The delegation includes BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh and elected representatives from five Indian states: Arvinder Singh Lovely (Delhi MLA), Baldev Singh Aulakh (Minister from Uttar Pradesh), Gurveer Singh Brar (MLA from Rajasthan), Trilok Singh Cheema (MLA from Uttarakhand), and Narinder Singh Raina (MLA from Jammu & Kashmir).
     
    The commemorative event is being held on Monday at the memorial site, in the presence of Ireland’s Prime Minister Micheál Martin, Canadian Minister Gary Anandasangaree, and several other international dignitaries.
     
    (IANS)

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Hohhot hosts scientific forum on new landscape of China-Russia-Mongolia international communications

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BEIJING, June 23 (Xinhua) — The China-Russia-Mongolia New Landscape of International Communications Academic Forum was held in Hohhot, north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, from June 21 to 22, where participants jointly discussed the new architecture and new opportunities in international communication, Zhongxinshe News Agency reported.

    The event featured a total of 5 sub-forums, covering topics such as mutual learning and content dissemination among media outlets of the three countries under the Belt and Road Initiative, the Northern Corridor in the digital era, the global value of the concept of a community with a shared future for mankind, and the mission of the media of China, Russia and Mongolia.

    Renmin University of China professor Wang Bin said local media should rely on news topics and specific practices to project to the world an image of China that is trustworthy, commendable and respected.

    According to Zhang Jun, director of Inner Mongolia Normal University, his university will take this event as an opportunity to further deepen exchanges and cooperation between higher education institutions in China, Russia and Mongolia, and accelerate the practical application of its achievements in scientific research.

    The forum was organized by the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Normal University.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: SCO Community of Shared Destiny Study Center Established in Tianjin

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BEIJING, June 23 (Xinhua) — The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Community of Shared Future Study Center was established in Tianjin, north China, local newspaper Tianjin Ribao reported on Saturday.

    The new research center is based at Tianjin Foreign Studies University (TFISU). Its establishment was initiated by TFISU together with the Foreign Affairs Office of the Tianjin Municipal People’s Government and the Tianjin Academy of Social Sciences.

    According to the publication, the center will combine the scientific and external relations resources of the above-mentioned three organizations. It is planned that within the framework of the joint meeting mechanism, the center will annually convene a plenary meeting 1-2 times, and working meetings – on an unspecified schedule.

    The work of the center will be aimed at providing intellectual support in achieving the goals of sustainable development of the SCO and realizing the vision of building a closer community of a common destiny of the SCO, as well as creating a platform of new types of analytical centers with international influence.

    The center will focus on studying the theory and practice related to the SCO community of shared destiny, international cooperation in education and training of specialists in multilateral governance, inheriting and developing the core values of the “Shanghai Spirit”, researching issues of regional governance and multilateral cooperation, and serving state strategies and regional development, the newspaper notes.

    Let us recall that the next SCO summit is planned to be held in Tianjin this fall. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The number of China-Central Asia freight train departures increased by 23 percent in January-May 2025.

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BEIJING, June 23 (Xinhua) — The number of freight train departures on China-Central Asia international freight routes increased 23 percent year-on-year in the first five months of 2025, according to China Railways (CR).

    According to the department, from January to May this year, the China-Europe freight train sector maintained stable dynamics, with 6,046 China-Central Asia freight train trips completed.

    In addition, an increase in the volume of freight transportation was recorded. In January-May of this year, about 1.64 billion tons of freight were transported by rail, which is 3.1 percent more in annual terms.

    During the reporting period, the average daily number of loaded wagons amounted to 181 thousand units, which is 4.2 percent more than in January-May last year, according to KZhD data. -0-

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: China’s UN Ambassador Condemns US Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Facilities

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    UNITED NATIONS, June 23 (Xinhua) — China’s permanent representative to the United Nations Fu Cong condemned the United States at an emergency meeting of the Security Council on Sunday for attacking Iran’s nuclear facilities.

    “Yesterday (Saturday) the United States attacked three Iranian nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. China strongly condemns the US attacks on Iran and the bombing of nuclear sites under International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) safeguards,” the Chinese diplomat said.

    According to him, the US actions grossly violate the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and international law, and also infringe on the sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of Iran. These strikes have increased tensions in the Middle East and caused serious damage to the international nuclear non-proliferation regime.

    Fu Cong stressed that the international community must uphold justice and make genuine efforts to de-escalate the situation and restore peace and stability.

    He also called for an immediate ceasefire and ceasefire.

    “With tensions in the Middle East sharply escalating, China is deeply concerned about the risk of the situation spiraling out of control. All parties to the conflict, especially Israel, should immediately cease fire to prevent further escalation and resolutely prevent the war from spreading,” Fu Cong said.

    “The parties concerned must respect international law, restrain the urge to use force and avoid escalating conflicts and adding fuel to the fire,” he added. –0–

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