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The Spanish Air Force held fighter jet exercises at the Torrejon de Ardoz Military Air Base in Madrid. That comes as the German Air Force launched its Pacific Skies 24 joint training project with Spain and France for the comprehensive relocation of aircraft beyond Europe in the Indo-Pacific region. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

They say a leopard never changes its spots. It also, apparently, can’t change its enormous weight. ‘Officer Clawhauser’ who got the nickname from the equally rotund, equally leopard character in Disney’s foxsploitation flick Zootopia, is, according to park staff ‘old and fat.’ Nothing they can do about his age (yet), but his weight, well, they tried. They failed. Officers at the Panzhihua Park Zoo decided to put their best science hats on and devise a diet and exercise regime that could finally put an end to the leopard obesity epidemic. They gave him more room to exercise. They restricted his feeding schedule. They cut his calories. Officer Clawhauser, however, was above the laws of pardine dietetics. After two months of ruthless dieting, Clawhauser had lost a grand total of 0kg. If anything, it looks like he might have put on a little. Therefore, the park boffins have come up with a new, even more foolproof plan: they’re going to give up. ‘All is fine as long as he is healthy and happy,’ said one of the staff. He’s probably happier now he’s not having to drink all those funny tasting milkshakes and watch endless reruns of ‘Sweating it to the Oldies.’ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Footage has emerged on social media appearing to show Israeli troops using a trebuchet to launch fireballs over the border with Lebanon, in order to start fires on the other side. It’s thought the troops were starting fires in an attempt to clear brush and thick vegetation, in order to stop potential combatants hiding. According to Israeli state broadcaster KAN News, the IDF responded to the footage, claiming that it was ‘a local initiative and not a tool that is widely used,’ and that the dense growth on the other side presents a ‘challenge to the IDF forces deployed in defense.’ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Russian scientists extract a billion-year-old rock from Antarctica In a groundbreaking achievement, scientists from St. Petersburg, participating in a joint Russian-Chinese research project, have extracted a rock estimated to be around a billion years old from beneath Antarctica’s ice for the first time. The team extracted a continuous core of Antarctic ice as well. They were studying a magnetic anomaly that has so far defied scientific explanation, and hoping to quite literally get to the bottom of it. According to VNIIOkeangeologia, the drilling operation was conducted 30 kilometers south of the Progress coastal wintering station. In addition to shedding light on one of Antarctica’s mysterious magnetic hotspots, the ice core retrieved alongside the rock sample will provide invaluable insights into the climatic and atmospheric conditions in Antarctica over the past ten thousand years. This research forms part of a collaborative effort between Jilin University, the Chinese University of Geosciences in Beijing, and the Russian Antarctic Expedition of the Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute of Roshydromet. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Hundreds of protesters gathered outside Congress in Buenos Aires on Wednesday, as Argentina’s Senate began voting on a state overhaul and tax bills proposed by President Javier Milei. Protesters threw stones and Molotov cocktails, overturned cars and started fires, until police used rubber bullets, water cannons and tear gar to disperse the crowds. Police said that 20 officers had been injured in the clashes, while several opposition lawmakers said they were hospitalized after police pepper sprayed them. The new bills, proposed by President Javier Milei, contain harsh austerity measures, privatization and economic deregulation, and would hand legislative powers to the president in energy, pensions and security matters. They were ultimately passed in the Senate, but will now face further votes. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Lawmakers in the Italian Parliament brawl during a controversial vote that could give the country's regions greater autonomy. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://x.com/RT_com

Thousands of unsold Teslas are piling up at Melbourne Port amid reports of a sales slump for Elon Musk's company. Over 2,000 Teslas arrive at Melbourne each month, but only a few are sold, according to reports. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Russian missile formation crews have completed combat training tasks, including covert advances to designated position areas and electronic missile launches against simulated enemy targets, as part of the second stage of exercises for non-strategic nuclear forces. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Citizens of the Russian capital are sharing videos on social media showing Moscow's harsh weather conditions. Some people can be seen swimming to their homes as they park (or better yet, dock) their cars. Others are trying to play 'floor is water' while on a bus, and some are attempting to prevent their apartments from flooding as water starts to gush out of electrical sockets. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

The Philippine and US marines have begun their annual military exercises in Taguig, aiming to bolster their longstanding alliance. During the drills, soldiers participate in various activities, including a rescue operation simulation where 'wounded' comrades receive a 'blood transfusion'. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Law enforcement chased and detained several protesters in Paris following a rally against right-wing political forces. The demonstration was prompted by Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally party's victory with 32% of the vote in the European Parliament elections. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

A huge fire erupted at an oil refinery in the suburbs of Iraq’s Irbil. Several storage tanks with crude oil and liquid asphalt caught fire on Thursday morning. Dozens of firefighting teams were deployed to fight the blaze. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Relatives of hostages held in Gaza and other protesters gathered in Tel Aviv, demanding that the Israeli government accept a deal to release those kidnapped on October 7. Hamas is believed to be holding around 80 hostages, with the remains of another 40. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Russia's FSB has arrested two members of the Shamil Basayev and Khattab gangs. These individuals were involved in an armed attack on Russian military personnel in October 1999, which resulted in the deaths of 15 soldiers and injuries to 28 others. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Argentina’s Senate approved economic reforms pushed by the president, prompting thousands to protest in Buenos Aires. RT Spanish correspondent Ricardo Romero was hit by tear gas while reporting on the protest. He brought us the details from the epicenter of the demonstration. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

RT had a chance to speak exclusively with the head of Hezbollah's political wing, Mohammad Raad. He discussed the conflict with Israel, the war in Gaza, and his group's determination. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

The International Olympic Committee remains silent amid growing condemnation of Israel's actions in Gaza. As the Paris Olympics approach, protesters gathered outside the IOC headquarters in Lausanne, demanding that Israeli athletes compete under a neutral flag. RT speaks to sports columnist Alan Moore, who shares his views on the double standards and political games affecting sports at all levels. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

The Moscow Exchange has suspended trading in dollars and euros after the US imposed sanctions on Russia's main financial bourse. Russia's Central Bank stated that these trades can continue on the over-the-counter market and that the halt on the Moscow Exchange will not affect regular citizens or companies. RT’s contributor Chris Emms discusses the issue. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Even after a battle is over, there are dangers lurking everywhere. For example, the landmines scattered around Avdeevka, waiting to claim unsuspecting victims. A team of Russian combat engineers have been painstakingly sweeping the area around the city for mines, with the help of armored mine clearance vehicle Kort-B and robotic complex Uran-6. Footage released by the Ministry of Defense shows the equipment in action, clearing roads and creating safe passages for troops. The engineers have been able to neutralize various types of mines, both Soviet and foreign-made types, as well as ‘booby traps’ and unexploded elements of cluster munitions, all while working from a safe distance. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Police clashed with protesters outside Argentina's Congress, as the country’s Senate began voting on a state overhaul and tax bills proposed by President Milei ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Petr Dotsenko from Crimea creates unique landscapes in a manner unlike any other artist – by painting at the bottom of the Black Sea. At depths of about 10 meters, he uses canvas and paints to craft his masterpieces. Dotsenko says it takes between 20 to 90 minutes to complete each painting. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

A naval detachment of Russia's Northern fleet has arrived in Cuba, fresh off exercises in the Atlantic. RT correspondent Oliver Zamora Oria brings us the latest from Havana. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Russian President Vladimir Putin has addressed 2024 BRICS Games participants via videoconference. He wished best of luck to the athletes who are to compete in various sports in Moscow and Kazan. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Protesters representing Native Americans gathered outside the White House and marched through Washington, DC, demanding to shutdown Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), a pipeline that can move up to 750,000 barrels of light sweet crude oil daily. Some climate activists say it could have negative impacts on climate change, including contamination of water sources. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com

Muslim pilgrims have been flocking into Saudi Arabia's holy city of Mecca days before the start of the Hajj, as the annual pilgrimage returns to its monumental scale ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Freedom over censorship, truth over narrative. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Telegram: https://t.me/rtnews Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/RT_com