КАНДЕЛАКИ СРАВНИЛА КАЗАХСТАНЦЕВ С МАНГУРТАМИ. ПРИЧЕМ ТУТ ВИЗИТ ТОКАЕВА В ИТАЛИЮ? / МИР.Итоги

Atameken Business News / Атамекен Бизнес Новости

20 Jan 202438:16

Summary

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Takeaways

😠 Russia continues its information war against Kazakhstan, with TV host Tina Kandelaki criticizing the renaming of railway stations from Russian to Kazakh
😌 Kazakhstan sends its first independent UN peacekeeping contingent to the Golan Heights in March 2024
😡 Iran strikes targets in Iraq, Syria and Pakistan in retaliation for attacks on its allies
😟 Escalating Iran-Israel conflict threatens to further destabilize the Middle East
😨 North Korean leader Kim Jong Un calls for designating South Korea as the 'main enemy' in constitution
😰 Tensions remain extremely high on Korean peninsula, analysts warn of unprecedented danger
😡 Belarus to develop new military doctrine allowing nuclear weapons deployment
😀 World's largest cruise liner prepares for maiden voyage in the Caribbean
😌 Kazakhstan's president visits Italy and the Vatican, secures economic deals and cooperation
😉 Analysts say Central Asia is strengthening ties with Europe as Russia remains sanctioned

Q & A

What was the main topic discussed at the beginning of the video?
-The video began by discussing the news that 139 Kazakh peacekeepers will be sent to the Middle East. This decision was announced in parliament by the Kazakh Minister of Defense.
What did the hosts say about Tina Kandelaki's comments on Kazakhstan?
-The hosts said Kandelaki's comments were strange and manipulative. They recommended ignoring such statements, but felt they had to respond given the public resonance.
What protests were happening in Bashkortostan?
-Large protests erupted in Bashkortostan after an environmental activist was sentenced to 4 years in prison. Thousands protested his imprisonment, leading to clashes with police.
What were the key points from President Tokayev's visit to Italy and the Vatican?
-Key outcomes were agreements on thermal power plant reconstruction, sulfuric acid production, and direct flights between Astana-Milan and Astana-Rome. Tokayev also met the Pope and called for ending conflicts.
Why did Iran launch missile strikes against Iraq, Syria and Pakistan?
-Iran claimed the strikes were retaliation for earlier attacks, including the bombing at the funeral of Qasem Soleimani. Iraq sites hit were allegedly spying for Israel.
How might the conflict between Iran and Israel escalate?
-Iran aims to wear down Israel through its proxies like Hamas in Gaza. This could lead to a prolonged escalation as Israel is unlikely to back down from its military aims against Hamas.
What inflammatory statements did Kim Jong-un make about South Korea?
-He called for the North Korean constitution to label South Korea the 'sworn enemy' and enshrine the goal of occupying the South in case of war.
How has North Korea been ramping up tensions on the Korean peninsula?
-North Korea conducted over 100 missile tests in 2022, leading the US and South Korea to expand military drills. Kim also spoke of decisively strengthening war readiness in 2023.
What is the situation with nuclear weapons in Belarus?
-Belarus has received Russian tactical nuclear weapons and is developing a new military doctrine on their potential use. This raises concerns about nuclear proliferation.
What makes the new cruise ship Icon of the Seas record-breaking?
-It is the largest cruise ship in the world at 1,198 feet long. It also uses liquefied natural gas fuel, a first for a cruise ship.