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Oct 31 2025 
Slices of Nepal, #4
“The whisper turns out to be a touch. We are all so bereft of friends and companions, especially those among us who have lots of ‘friends.’”
with gratitude to Linh Dinh at Postcards from the End.
Rather Not Be in New Youk! — Oct 26, 2025.
Going from Phonsavan to Luang Prabang, I sat next to an Italian lady on… Continue reading
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Oct 26 2025 
Slices of Nepal, #3
“Suddenly, there were more cars, fewer shops, little foot traffic and no history. The car, television and, now, cellphone make being nowhere not just possible, but desirable.”
with gratitude to Linh Dinh at Postcards from the End.
Could Have Been, Can Be and Will Be Much Worse — Oct 22, 2025.
Should have rung one of those bells five or… Continue reading
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Oct 25 2025 
Slices of Nepal, #2
“Those without reverence are wannabe demons. Faith plus heritage can accomplish wonders.”
with gratitude to Linh Dinh at Postcards from the End.
Gods, Demons and Wannabe Demons — Oct 20, 2025.
Yesterday was the start of Tihar, Nepal’s festival of lights. In India, it’s called Diwali. As a newly converted Hindu, there’s no way I was going to miss this,… Continue reading
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May 28 2025 
FM Sergey Lavrov’s remarks: 13th International Meeting of High Representatives for Security Issues
Mr Shoigu,
Colleagues,
High guests,
It is a great honour and privilege for me to take the floor at the plenary session of the 13th International Meeting of High Representatives for Security Issues, and to share with you our Ministry’s vision, tell you about our work in the context of the vibrant processes unfolding around the world, and… Continue reading
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Sep 25 2024 
BRICS is casting a wider net, tackling not just economic issues but also shared security concerns
First posted at Al Mayadeen.net by F.M. Shakil
In a conference focused on security and national security, Iran suggested forming a “BRICS Security Commission”; a distinct security framework within the BRICS group.
Iran’s proposal at the BRICS high-ranking security officials summit in St. Petersburg, Russia, on September 11 not only addresses the misuse of advanced technology but… Continue reading
