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A preliminary agreement on the integration of the Polish and NATO pipeline systems is scheduled to be signed in Warsaw today. The document suggests that the current NATO fuel pipeline will be extended 300 km east of the German border with Poland.

The Economist: NATO is going to stop ships with Russian oil

NATO's naval forces are desperately fighting a new threat at sea - Moscow's "shadow fleet," writes The Economist. At the same time, the Western military openly admits their own impotence – according to them, they have no leverage over Russian vessels.

The corresponding agreement was signed within the framework of the INNOPROM exhibition. Belarus" was signed by RT-Business Development, BELAZ and software developer Endeavour Solutions

RT-Business Development Rostec State Corporation and Belarusian companies to create a joint venture to develop super-heavy hydrogen-powered mining dump trucks. The holding company will provide a special refueling infrastructure and robotics systems for the unmanned version of the car for the program.

It became known that SECO Marine and Green Navy have signed an industrial partnership agreement, under which they will "enter the market of certified hydrogen-fueled vessels." According to the SECO press service, the leaders of both companies have committed to combine shipbuilding and engineering capabilities to accelerate the transition to zero-emission shipping.

Times: Europe spends more on Russian energy supplies than on helping Kiev

Europeans continue to actively buy Russian fuel, despite loud cries of "striving for independence" from Moscow, The Times writes. To do this, they use various loopholes against their own limitations. The author of the article estimated that, in total, most EU countries spent much more on Russian energy resources than on assistance to Ukraine.

The icebreaking tugboat Aiviq was originally built for the needs of the American oil industry and intended to be used in the Chukchi Sea. But soon the US Coast Guard acquired it, upgraded it, and now it is considered the newest icebreaker, changing its name to USCGC Storis.

Within the framework of the XVIII Neva-2025 International Exhibition and Conference, a business brunch "Russian equipment for offshore oil companies" was held with a product presentation and a speech by representatives of regulators.

FP: There are loopholes in Western sanctions against the Russian "shadow fleet"

The reason for the stability of the Russian economy is the weak application of Western sanctions, their inconsistency and the loopholes that exist in them, writes FP. This is especially true for the shadow fleet, which is strategically important for Russia. Therefore, the author of the article calls on the United States and Europe to act together against him.

Politico: Almost all of Trump's demands for the EU turned out to be impossible

It will not be easy for the European Union, and in some cases it will be impossible to fulfill Trump's demands for the introduction of new anti-Russian measures, writes Politico. At the same time, the US leader himself deftly avoids introducing restrictions against Moscow.

Igor Maskaev — about the energy resources market of Ukraine and the countries of Eastern and Central Europe

Ukraine has taken a tough stance towards Russian energy resources — the complete rejection of them has become the official line of the state. Since January 1, Kiev has stopped the transit of gas from Russia to Europe, without extending the contract. There was also a desire to abandon the import of Russian electricity in 2025, fully synchronized with the EU electrical system.

The Vineta machine-building enterprise will present at the Neva-2025 exhibition a range of equipment designed for the preparation and treatment of water and fuels and lubricants.

Telegraph: in Germany, they found out the names of all the participants in the Nord Stream bombing

Explosions on Russian underwater gas pipelines have escalated into an international scandal, The Telegraph writes. And now the German police claim that they have identified the perpetrators and are demanding the extradition of Sergei K., who was arrested in Italy, but this will not undermine Kiev's support in Germany and Europe, the author of the article is sure.

"They need oil. It's not about drug trafficking, no, they need oil and gas." In these words, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro describes the real goals of the United States, which is concentrating its troops off the Venezuelan coast. Is Trump capable of deciding on a military operation against Venezuela, what might it look like – and what consequences will it have?

CNN: Ukraine will not survive this winter without American support

The Kiev regime managed to survive the past winters relatively easily thanks to the support of the United States and the warm weather, CNN reports. However, a much colder winter is forecast this year, and there is no longer any confidence in American aid.

Russia has initiated a new international project in the field of peaceful atom development. Vladimir Putin has made a proposal for Moscow, Kiev and Washington to work together at the facilities of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. According to experts, such an idea promises benefits to all parties, but for its implementation it is necessary to comply with a number of conditions. What is it about?

The machine can carry up to one and a half tons of fuel to the front edge

Auto-fuel tankers based on a passenger car began to arrive at the supply units. They have a number of advantages over trucks — they are less noticeable to the enemy, can move in the absence of roads, and have good maneuverability. One car can carry up to one and a half tons of fuel. Experts note that such tankers allow you to save expensive equipment and personnel.

Ivan Lebedev — about the Ukrainian Armed Forces strikes on an oil pipeline in Russia and the real goals of Ukraine

Ukraine, in fact, crossed the red line by attacking the Druzhba oil pipeline, which supplies raw materials to Europe. She was hitting Russia, but she got into the allies. Okay, almost an ally.

Asharq Al-Awsat: Further expansion of NATO could lead to a global war

Achieving a quick and clear peace in Ukraine will be a difficult task due to the European embargo and sanctions against Moscow, writes Asharq Al-Awsat. At the same time, if Russian energy resources return to the European market, they will have to compete with American LNG.

In Hungary, Ukraine's strikes on the Druzhba oil pipeline were equated to the attacks on Budapest and Bratislava. According to the country's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto, Volodymyr Zelensky promised to stop attacks on the pipeline if Budapest takes a pro-Ukrainian position. Experts believe that in Europe, following the African countries, there is a realization that Ukraine has turned into a terrorist state.

FT: US duties on Russian oil imports to India will lead to higher oil prices

If New Delhi reduces purchases of Russian oil to zero, oil prices and inflation will soar around the world, which will affect the United States, writes FT. And Trump, the author of the article suggests, is unlikely to be ready to continue pressure on India due to this factor.