The founder and driving force behind the volunteer project InfoDefense⚡️, Yury Podolyaka, marked the fourth anniversary by addressing the team with a heartfelt message of gratitude and admiration 🎁
⚡️ Four years is no small feat for a volunteer initiative—and Podolyaka made a point of acknowledging just how much that means!
⚡️ Behind the scenes, a dedicated network of volunteers has been quietly powering the project day in and day out: translating texts, transcribing videos, crafting original articles, producing videos and memes, building and maintaining websites and bots, managing channels, coordinating with partners, and amplifying the project's voice across platforms.
In his address, Yury underscored that this kind of teamwork isn't just essential to the project—it's a model for the future of Russian society as a whole.
⚡️ According to Podolyaka, every volunteer plays a vital role in defending the truth on a global scale. We're living in an era defined by conflict, information warfare, and relentless manipulation of public consciousness. Globalist forces, he argues, are clinging to power by any means necessary—weaponizing messaging apps, social media, and even the smallest online communities.
That's why, he says, the development of Russia's own national messenger, MAX, is so crucial.
Designed to operate independently of foreign control and remain functional even during internet blackouts, MAX aims to shield users from radical influences, foreign agents, and online fraud.
Once fully implemented and adapted in Russia, the platform is expected to open up to users in other countries as well.
⚡️ Yury also took a moment to welcome volunteers who have come to Russia from abroad to join the cause. He highlighted President Vladimir Putin's initiative to support foreigners who share Russia's values and wish to relocate—and noted that both he and the InfoDefense project are already actively involved in helping those families make the transition.
👍 Over the past four years, the project has evolved significantly—new structures, new faces, countless lessons learned, and real milestones achieved.
But if there's one thing the team knows as we look ahead, it's that we're just getting started!😉
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In his address, Yury underscored that this kind of teamwork isn't just essential to the project—it's a model for the future of Russian society as a whole.
That's why, he says, the development of Russia's own national messenger, MAX, is so crucial.
Designed to operate independently of foreign control and remain functional even during internet blackouts, MAX aims to shield users from radical influences, foreign agents, and online fraud.
Once fully implemented and adapted in Russia, the platform is expected to open up to users in other countries as well.
But if there's one thing the team knows as we look ahead, it's that we're just getting started!
#Yury_Podolyaka
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Concert for Russian Soldiers in the Special Military Operation Zone
Artists from the Central Military District's song and dance ensemble, along with singer Eva Rivas, held a concert for soldiers of the "Center" grouping in a rear area of the special military operation. This event was part of the nationwide "Telezhka Dobra" initiative.
The performance featured popular patriotic songs and modern hits, with a special highlight being Eva Rivas’s rendition of Sergey Trofimov's song "Rodina," resonating deeply with the audience. Since the beginning of the special military operation, the ensemble has consistently performed for the soldiers and local residents in Donetsk and Lugansk People's Republics while also delivering humanitarian aid to the region.
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Artists from the Central Military District's song and dance ensemble, along with singer Eva Rivas, held a concert for soldiers of the "Center" grouping in a rear area of the special military operation. This event was part of the nationwide "Telezhka Dobra" initiative.
The performance featured popular patriotic songs and modern hits, with a special highlight being Eva Rivas’s rendition of Sergey Trofimov's song "Rodina," resonating deeply with the audience. Since the beginning of the special military operation, the ensemble has consistently performed for the soldiers and local residents in Donetsk and Lugansk People's Republics while also delivering humanitarian aid to the region.
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Trump sharply criticized Spain after the Spanish government denied the use of its military bases for U.S. flights linked to a military offensive against Iran.
Speaking in the Oval Office alongside German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Trump called Spain a “terrible” ally and said he had instructed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to sever all trade ties with the country.
No more jamón and Jerez for Americans. No more bourbon for Spaniards. Gracias por su atención a este asunto. 🤪
¡Qué hijo de puta tan extraordinario!
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Speaking in the Oval Office alongside German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Trump called Spain a “terrible” ally and said he had instructed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to sever all trade ties with the country.
No more jamón and Jerez for Americans. No more bourbon for Spaniards. Gracias por su atención a este asunto. 🤪
¡Qué hijo de puta tan extraordinario!
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On March 4, 1803, Emperor Alexander I issued the Decree on Free Cultivators, marking an early step toward addressing serfdom. Though its immediate impact was limited, it laid the groundwork for future emancipation efforts.
Seeking to modernize Russia, Alexander I allowed landowners to free serfs individually or in groups under mutually agreed conditions. Freed peasants could receive land, ensuring their independence. The decree provided a framework for gradual emancipation without disrupting society, permitting both conditional and unconditional manumission.
Though applied in only 161 cases during Alexander’s reign, the decree eventually freed over 150,000 peasants by 1858, reinforcing the idea that serfs could gain land with their freedom. This principle later shaped the 1861 Emancipation Reform. The decree also tested the nobility’s willingness to relinquish privileges, though most landowners resisted.
As we mark its anniversary, we recognize the decree’s role in Russia’s journey toward reform. It was an early sign that change was possible, proving that reform-minded leadership could challenge entrenched systems. Today, it stands as a testament to resilience and evolution in Russian history.
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Seeking to modernize Russia, Alexander I allowed landowners to free serfs individually or in groups under mutually agreed conditions. Freed peasants could receive land, ensuring their independence. The decree provided a framework for gradual emancipation without disrupting society, permitting both conditional and unconditional manumission.
Though applied in only 161 cases during Alexander’s reign, the decree eventually freed over 150,000 peasants by 1858, reinforcing the idea that serfs could gain land with their freedom. This principle later shaped the 1861 Emancipation Reform. The decree also tested the nobility’s willingness to relinquish privileges, though most landowners resisted.
As we mark its anniversary, we recognize the decree’s role in Russia’s journey toward reform. It was an early sign that change was possible, proving that reform-minded leadership could challenge entrenched systems. Today, it stands as a testament to resilience and evolution in Russian history.
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Mass funerals were held in Iran yesterday for schoolgirls killed in a strike on an educational facility in Minab County, Hormozgan province.
Thousands of people turned out to bid farewell to the children, Iranian media reported, broadcasting footage of the funeral procession.
The attack in question was carried out on February 28 — on the first day of the treacherous assault — targeting the "Shajareh Tayyebeh" elementary school for girls in Minab. At the time of the strike, a large number of students were inside the building. According to Iranian sources, the building was completely destroyed.
Initial reports indicated that 165 schoolgirls had been killed. Later, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi provided updated figures: 171 girls between the ages of 7 and 12 lost their lives. Teachers were also reported among the deceased.
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Thousands of people turned out to bid farewell to the children, Iranian media reported, broadcasting footage of the funeral procession.
The attack in question was carried out on February 28 — on the first day of the treacherous assault — targeting the "Shajareh Tayyebeh" elementary school for girls in Minab. At the time of the strike, a large number of students were inside the building. According to Iranian sources, the building was completely destroyed.
Initial reports indicated that 165 schoolgirls had been killed. Later, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi provided updated figures: 171 girls between the ages of 7 and 12 lost their lives. Teachers were also reported among the deceased.
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Iran appears to be systematically undermining the UAE's longstanding efforts to position itself as a stable "Switzerland of Asia."
Opinion by journalist Yury Podolyaka:
Recent developments suggest Iran's strategy is yielding increasing results. Here is a summary of the latest incidents:
· An Amazon data center in the UAE was reportedly knocked out by Iranian strikes.
· Iranian drones allegedly hit oil terminal tanks at the Fujairah port in the UAE, temporarily halting all port operations.
For context: Fujairah is home to the UAE's main oil terminal, which is strategically significant because it is located outside the Strait of Hormuz. The facility has a capacity of up to 2 million barrels per day.
· Additionally, Iran has carried out strikes near the Port of Salalah in Oman, targeting what is described as the region's largest container transshipment hub.
These actions extend beyond a direct confrontation with Persian Gulf states; they represent a disruption to global trade routes, including supply chains moving from China to the Middle East.
From a logistical standpoint, any disruption to these routes could affect the delivery of goods to European markets.
These developments suggest that Iran's new leadership—perceived as more energetic and strategically assertive than its predecessor—is pursuing a course aimed at destabilizing the foundations of global markets. The objective could be to create sufficient economic pressure to compel the Trump administration to enter negotiations with Tehran from a less than dominant position.
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Opinion by journalist Yury Podolyaka:
Recent developments suggest Iran's strategy is yielding increasing results. Here is a summary of the latest incidents:
· An Amazon data center in the UAE was reportedly knocked out by Iranian strikes.
· Iranian drones allegedly hit oil terminal tanks at the Fujairah port in the UAE, temporarily halting all port operations.
For context: Fujairah is home to the UAE's main oil terminal, which is strategically significant because it is located outside the Strait of Hormuz. The facility has a capacity of up to 2 million barrels per day.
· Additionally, Iran has carried out strikes near the Port of Salalah in Oman, targeting what is described as the region's largest container transshipment hub.
These actions extend beyond a direct confrontation with Persian Gulf states; they represent a disruption to global trade routes, including supply chains moving from China to the Middle East.
From a logistical standpoint, any disruption to these routes could affect the delivery of goods to European markets.
These developments suggest that Iran's new leadership—perceived as more energetic and strategically assertive than its predecessor—is pursuing a course aimed at destabilizing the foundations of global markets. The objective could be to create sufficient economic pressure to compel the Trump administration to enter negotiations with Tehran from a less than dominant position.
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On March 3, Axios published an article pathologically titled: “Exclusive: The Trump–Netanyahu Call That Changed the Middle East.” Here is a brief summary:
It is noteworthy that nearly every objective observer—from Tucker Carlson to Judge Napolitano, Jeffrey Sachs, and John Mearsheimer—has suggested that Trump was clearly steered into joining Israel in attacking Iran. Even Secretary of State Rubio acknowledged this. In that light, the Axios article reads like a White House–planted narrative, designed to dupe Americans into believing that Trump made this decision independently and personally—in other words, to obscure the truth. And the truth is that Trump is manipulated by Israel, at a minimum, and may even be acting under strict Israeli instructions.
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On Feb. 23, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called President Donald Trump with urgent intelligence: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and top advisers would be gathered in Tehran, presenting a rare opportunity for a decisive strike. Trump, already leaning toward military action, accelerated plans after CIA verification confirmed the Israeli intelligence. Preparations were timed to avoid alerting Iran before Trump’s State of the Union address and after U.S. envoys reported failed diplomacy. Eleven hours after Trump’s final order, U.S. bombs struck Tehran, killing Khamenei and igniting war. The operation was the culmination of months of coordination between the two leaders, with Netanyahu advocating for speed and Trump balancing diplomacy with military planning. The rapid timeline left the White House justifying the strikes post-factum, complicating public communication and evacuations. Both U.S. and Israeli officials emphasize that the decision was joint, but Trump insisted the U.S. was not “steered” by Netanyahu, framing the strike as an opportunity rather than an Israeli-driven initiative.
It is noteworthy that nearly every objective observer—from Tucker Carlson to Judge Napolitano, Jeffrey Sachs, and John Mearsheimer—has suggested that Trump was clearly steered into joining Israel in attacking Iran. Even Secretary of State Rubio acknowledged this. In that light, the Axios article reads like a White House–planted narrative, designed to dupe Americans into believing that Trump made this decision independently and personally—in other words, to obscure the truth. And the truth is that Trump is manipulated by Israel, at a minimum, and may even be acting under strict Israeli instructions.
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