(2021-09-12). Russia mulls sending humanitarian aid to Afghanistan — ambassador. tass.com In his words, the government and the people of Afghanistan are now focusing on rebuilding the country rather than on geopolitical agenda…
(2021-09-12). Now Azerbaijan denounces U.S. over Nagorno-Karabakh. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The Three Brothers, Ankara-Baku-Islamabad axis is throwing down the gauntlet to the world, which is accommodating it at every turn. After its wars in Nagorno-Karabakh, Iraq, Libya and Syria, new ones loom in and against Armenia, Crimea, Cyrus, Greece, India (Kashmir), Iran and Tunisia, with the Russian North Caucasus not beyond its purview. ==== Azerbaijan …
(2021-09-12). Turkey continues waging war in Syria. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Anti-terrorist: anti-Kurdish, anti-Syrian. Turkey neutralizes four YPG/PKK terrorists in northern Syria At least four YPG/PKK terrorists were "neutralized" by Turkish security forces in northern Syria, Turkey's National Defense Ministry said on Sunday. **** Since 2016, Ankara has launched a trio of successful anti-terror operations across its border in northern Syria to prevent the formation of …
(2021-09-12). Syrian Military Source Says Ground Operation In Greater Idlib Could Start At 'Any Minute'. southfront.org 
Illustrative image. | The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) and its allies may kick off a ground operation in the northwestern region of Greater Idlib "at any minute," a Syrian military source told Sputnik on September 12. | The source told the Russian news agency, that al-Qaeda-affiliated Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the de-facto ruler of Greater Idlib, and its Turkish-backed allies escalated their attacks in the last two weeks. | "The fronts of the southern Idlib countryside and northern countryside of Hama witnessed an except…
(2021-09-12). Turkey opens new military command center in Azerbaijan. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Turkey Sets Up Military Command Center in Baku The Turkish military has set up a command center for its special forces in Baku, reported the Ermenihaber news site on Friday, citing Azerbaijani sources. **** [F]our generals of Turkey's armed forces have been deployed to the command center. The move comes a week after the Turkish …
(2021-09-12). Azerbaijan's chief of general staff in Turkey to meet with military leaders. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The Chief of General Staff of the Azerbaijani Army is on an official visit to Turkey First Deputy Minister of Defense of the Republic of Azerbaijan — Chief of General Staff of the Azerbaijani Army Lieutenant General Karim Valiyev is on an official visit to the Republic of Turkey. During the visit, the Azerbaijani delegation …
(2021-09-12). Article 5 commitments: NATO prepares for war on Russia's northwest border. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Commander Tours Baltic States and Poland As part of his battlefield circulation, LTG S≈Çawomir Wojciechowski, Commander Multinational Corps Northeast (MNC NE), visited the Corps subordinate units as well as military officials across Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland. The trip served for the Commander as an opportunity to meet with troops and assess the progress on …
(2021-09-12). "U.S. and NATO operations anywhere in Europe and Africa and beyond": Pentagon leads war games in Norway. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Thunder Cloud live fire exercise in Norway U.S. Army Europe and Africa will conduct the live-fire exercise Thunder Cloud from Sept. 9-20 in Andenes, Norway. The 2nd Multi-Domain Task Force, which activates this month, and the 41st Field Artillery Brigade will exercise the rapid deployment and employment of long-range precision fires. This exercise will showcase …
(2021-09-12). U.S. dispatches more troops to Poland for "military preparedness exercises" antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Connecticut National Guard troops heading to Poland More than 70 members of the Connecticut National Guard are heading to Poland as part of ongoing U.S. military preparedness exercises with European allies. Atlantic Resolve has rotated U.S. troops across more than a dozen countries in Europe since 2014 in efforts to increase readiness and coordination with …
(2021-09-12). Pentagon considers 23 locations for new military bases in Greece. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com US-Greece Military Deals Strengthen, More American Bases Seen The United States is looking to extend an annual Mutual Defense Cooperation Agreement to five years and put more military bases in Greece…. The defense deal extension could be signed in September or October, said the newspaper Kathimerini…. The US has been keen to have more bases …
(2021-09-12). U.S. and Greece to implement five-year military deal. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Greece to discuss 5-year US defence deal: PM Greece and the US are in talks to extend their defence deals by five years, instead of one-year renewals now in force, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Sunday. There would be a "more important US presence in our country, possibly in areas where they currently do …
(2021-09-12). Pentagon delivers 55 armored vehicles to rebranded Kosovo Liberation Army. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Kosovo Receives 55 Armored Vehicles Donated By U.S. Kosovo has received 55 armored security vehicles donated by the United States for the Kosovo Security Force (KSF). The United States has steadily supported the KSF's 3,400-strong force, which was turned into a regular army more than two years ago, although its name has not been changed …
(2021-09-12). "North" Macedonia marks secession from Yugoslavia, subordination to NATO. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com North Macedonia marks 30 years of independence with parade North Macedonia on Wednesday marked the 30th anniversary of its independence from Yugoslavia with a military parade in the capital Skopje and ceremonies around the country. **** After reaching an agreement with Athens, the country changed its name from Macedonia to North Macedonia in 2019 and …
(2021-09-12). Virginia: NATO makes plans against "future potential threats" for the next decade. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com From the website of Allied Command Transformation, the first NATO command based in the U.S. It was recently joined by Allied Joint Force Command Norfolk in the same city in Virginia.In recent days Russia's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova and current Deputy Chairman of the Security Council, former president and prime minister Dmitry Medvedev have …
(2021-09-12). Military Situation In Donetsk People's Republic On September 12, 2021 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | 1. UAF in Troytskoe shelled Ozeryanovka with 120-mm artillery | 2. UAF in Verhnetoretskoe shelled Verhnetoretskoe with 120-mm artillery | 3. UAF targeted an oil refinery in Donetsk city with UAVs | 4. UAF east of Volnovaha shelled Dokuchaevsk with 120-mm, 122-mm artillery and BMP-2 | 5. DPR forces in Verhnetoretskoe shelled UAF positions in Verhnetoretskoe with 122-mm artillery | 6. DPR forces in Gorlovka shelled UAF positions in Niu-York with 82-mm artiller…
(2021-09-11). Power to the People. Rebellion Returns. zcomm.org Thousands of rebels coursed through three European capitals to demand action on the climate and ecological crisis…
(2021-09-11). The ZAD: between utopian radicalism and negotiated pragmatism. roarmag.org 
People attend a demonstration at the ZAD near Nantes, France — October 8, 2016. Photo: Stephane Mahe | This essay was produced in collaboration with the The global coronavirus pandemic has brought into sharp relief the many failures of contemporary capitalist states around the globe. These include the failure to ensure social and economic justi…
(2021-09-11). Military Situation In Syria On September 11, 2021 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | On September 10, three Turkish soldiers were killed and three others were wounded by an IED blast near the city of Idlib | On September 10, Russian Military Police carried out a patrol in the Daraa al-Balad neighborhood | On September 9, a Russian soldier was killed by an IED blast in the province of Homs, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense | On September 10, artillery of Turkish-backed forces shelled SDF positions near Tal Tamar | MORE ON THE TOPIC:…
(2021-09-11). Azerbaijani defense minister condoles "fraternal" Turkey on loss of troops in war against Syria. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Azerbaijani defense minister expresses condolences to Turkish side on death of soldiers Head of Azerbaijani Defense Ministry, Colonel General Zakir Hasanov expressed condolences to Turkish National Defense Minister Hulusi Akar and Chief of the General Staff General of the Army Yashar Guler…. "I'm deeply saddened by the news of the death and injury of servicemen …
(2021-09-11). Russian Airstrikes Hit Southern Greater Idlib Amid Talk Of Ground Operation (Photos). southfront.org 
FILE PHOTO: Sukhoi Su-24 attack aircraft before departing for its permanent base in Russia from Khmeimim Air Base in Syria. © Vadim Grishankin / Sputnik | On September 11, warplanes of the Russian Aerospace Forces carried out a number of airstrikes on the northwestern Syrian region of Greater Idlib where several terrorist groups are known to be present and active. | The airstrikes targeted the outskirts of Kansafra, a town located in the southern countryside of Idlib. The town is an infamous stronghold of al-Qaeda-affilia…
(2021-09-11). Following Afghanistan Defeat: Can EU Win Own 'Independence' from the US? dissidentvoice.org 
Suddenly, the idea put forth by French President, Emmanuel Macron, late last year does not seem so far-fetched or untenable after all. Following the US-NATO hurried withdrawal from Afghanistan, European countries are now forced to consider the once unthinkable: a gradual dismantling from US dominance. When, on September 29, 2020, Macron uttered these words: "We, some countries …
(2021-09-11). NATO lays blame at door of Ghani's government by accusing it, Lavrov says. tass.com Russian Foreign Minister pointed out that NATO should assess the situation in Afghanistan more comprehensively, impartially and self-critically…
(2021-09-11). Azerbaijan threatens Iran, castigates Armenia, Russia over Karabakh. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The following is from Azerbaijan's Trend News Agency. It is unsigned. After this summer's Baku Declaration issued by Azerbaijan, Turkey and Pakistan and the ensuing strategic military partnership with the three nations, Baku has felt emboldened to issue threats right and left to any and all regional nations. Just a few days ago it once …
(2021-09-11). Turkey, Azerbaijan complete military exercise in conquered Nagorno-Karabakh. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Azerbaijani-Turkish military exercises wrap up in Lachin district Joint tactical live fire exercises of Azerbaijani and Turkish special forces in Azerbaijan's Lachin district ended…. According to the [defense] ministry, during the exercises, special forces successfully fulfilled the tasks on conducting reconnaissance in difficult terrain, setting up ambushes on the roads, detecting, neutralization and destroying sabotage …
(2021-09-11). Three Brothers: Baku hosts Azerbaijan, Turkey, Pakistan special ops exercise. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Baku to host joint int'l training of special forces of Azerbaijan, Turkey and Pakistan For the first time, Baku will host 'Three Brothers — 2021' joint international training of special forces of Azerbaijan, Turkey and Pakistan starting from September 12, Trend reports. Starting from September 12, the 'Three Brothers-2021' Joint International Exercises of the Special Forces of …
(2021-09-11). NATO backs Poland in conflict with Belarus, Russia. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Poland ready to tackle 'provocations' as Russia-led drills start: defence minister Polish Defence Minister Mariusz B≈Çaszczak on Friday said Poland was working closely with its NATO allies to deter potential provocations during the Russian-led Zapad-2021 military exercises. **** The seven-day Russian-Belarusian war games, which kicked off on Friday, "are specifically oriented in the western strategic …
(2021-09-11). Ukraine: U.S. congressional delegation briefed on "Russian aggression" antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Bakanov, U.S. congressmen discuss threats facing Ukraine Chief of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) Ivan Bakanov and U.S. congressmen have discussed threats facing Ukraine…. "The current threats from Russia are now related to the conduct of the strategic Russian-Belarusian military exercises West 2021 on our border, attempts to destabilize the political situation in our …
(2021-09-11). War and energy: U.S., Ukraine discuss Strategic Partnership Commission. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Ukraine, U.S. discuss preparations for Strategic Partnership Commission "The interlocutors [ Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Robin Dunnigan and the chief of President Volodymyr Zelensky's office Andriy Yermak] exchanged views on the results of the visit of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky to the United States and next steps to …
(2021-09-11). BioNTech 'preparing production' of Covid-19 vaccine for children under 12, which may be approved in Europe next month — media. rt.com 
German company BioNTech, which in partnership with Pfizer developed one of the most widely used anti-Covid shots, says it's preparing for the worldwide launch of its jab for younger recipients and might get approval in October. | An mRNA vaccine against coronavirus for children aged between five and 11 years old could be approved for use in Germany in a few weeks' time, as early as by mid-October, Der Spiegel reported on Friday. | "In the coming weeks we will present the results of our study on the five- to eleven-year-olds to the authorities worldwide and apply for approval of the vaccine for this age group,…
(2021-09-11). Ukraine is linchpin in new Intermarium project to drive Russia out of Europe, Caucasus — FM. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Kuleba: Ukraine actively shaping new architecture of regional, global security The Crimea Platform, initiated by President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky, is a new tool for the formation of regional and global security…, said Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba. **** "Our state is creating new alliances and actively forming a new architecture of global and regional …
(2021-09-11). France may deploy warships, troops to Australia. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com France could access Australian military sites as countries look to boost ties French warships and troops would be given guaranteed access to Australian naval bases and military sites under a proposal being discussed by both countries, as the federal government moves to lock in the next stage of its troubled $90 billion future submarine program …
(2021-09-11). German warships integrated into NATO interceptor missiles system. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Germany readies frigates for ballistic missile defense missions The German Navy plans to equip its F124 frigates with new radars that expand the vessels' capabilities into the field of ballistic missile defense, the German military acquisition branch announced Aug. 24. **** The Navy's foray into ballistic missile defense follows the government's strategy of inserting requisite …
(2021-09-11). Ukraine calls on world to condemn new wave of repression in occupied Kosovo (Crimea). antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The claims and even the exact phraseology of the following excerpts and comparable actions and statements by Ukrainian and Turkish officials cannot but evoke the lead-up to NATO's war against the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia in 1999. Substitute a toponym or two and it could describe the situation in Kosovo as NATO portrayed it to …
(2021-09-11). NATO's war in the Arctic Circle: U.S. B-2s, Norwegian F-35s in joint maneuvers. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com With take off from Evenes, Norwegian F-35 flies mission with B-2 bombers This is the first time Norway's new generation fighter jets have operated out of Evenes airport inside the Arctic Circle when training with the Americans. Evenes airport near Harstad in northern Norway will from early next year be home to NATO's Quick Reaction …
(2021-09-11). NATO Military Committee chief touts interceptor missiles in Romania. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Chair of NATO Military Committee, Admiral Rob Bauer, attends Black Sea and Balkans Security Forum in Bucharest, Romania Admiral Rob Bauer visited Bucharest, Romania on 3-4 September 2021. He participated in the fifth edition of the Black Sea and Balkans Security Forum 2021. **** During his discussions with the Romanian Chief of Defence, Lieutenant General …
(2021-09-11). NATO chieftain denounces Russia, China, Iran and North Korea in one short paragraph. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATO Secretary General sets out arms control priorities In speech at NATO's annual arms control conference, the Secretary General warned that "Russia continues to ignore and bend" international arms control rules while China is rapidly expanding its nuclear arsenal, including by "building a large number of missile silos." This is happening without "any limitation or …
(2021-09-11). Moscow Has Documentary Evidence That US is Meddling in Russia's Election, Foreign Ministry Says. sputniknews.com The Foreign Ministry summoned US Ambassador John Sullivan on Friday over Washington's alleged efforts to interfere in Russia's upcoming parliamentary elections. The US Embassy claims Sullivan visited the Foreign Ministry building in Moscow to discuss the stabilisation of Russia-US relations.
(2021-09-11). Schools forced to close across Russia as COVID-19 spreads. wsws.org Russia's families are confronting a COVID-19 crisis in the country's schools, with a situation developing akin to that seen in the US over the last several weeks.
(2021-09-11). Number Of Russian "Black Hole" Submarines Deployed In Mediterranean Sea Reached New Record. southfront.org 
Illustrative Image | The number of non-nuclear submarines of the Russia has deployed five submarines in the Mediterranean Sea, known as "black holes" and serving as carriers of Kalibr cruise missiles."Currently, there are five Kalibr-PL cruise mis…
(2021-09-11). What is Behind Capture of 'El Pollo' Carvajal in Spain? orinocotribune.com Retired Venezuelan military officer Hugo "El Pollo" Carvajal was captured in Spain by security forces after remaining in hiding since 2019. Carvajal is a fugitive from the controversial United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and a request for his extradition has been issued by Washington, DC. | Carvajal, who defected from the ranks of Chavismo in 2017, is singled out for drug trafficking crimes, and is on a list of Venezuelan officials that the White House has been watching for several years, arguing that he possesses "key information" that allegedly would serve to remove President Nicolás Maduro fr…
(2021-09-11). NATO to oversee large-scale war games at all Ukrainian training grounds, Black and Azov Seas. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Joint Efforts-2021 International Exercises Will Be Held On September 22-30 At All Major Military Training Grounds In Ukraine "Strategic command and staff exercises will take place from September 22 to 30, 2021 at all major military training grounds, as well as in the Black and Azov Seas," the statement reads. **** Military units of 15 …