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Nacho Montes de Oca stated that Ukraine launched a massive long-range drone attack against St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region overnight. According to his post, the impacts hit a oil terminal and the main data center of VKontakte, as well as causing fires in several districts. He added that regional authorities reported the downing of dozens of drones and that restrictions at Pulkovo Airport delayed or canceled at least 46 flights. Montes de Oca noted that the terminal had an annual capacity of about 12.5 million tons and was an important point for transporting fuels via the Baltic and supplying the Russian fleet that exported crude oil. Although, according to him, the damage only affected part of the facilities, he stated that the fire in tanks and pumping systems temporarily suspended 100% of loading operations. He estimated that repairs would reduce Russian logistical capacity to export diesel by 15% to 20% for several weeks. Regarding VKontakte, which according to Montes de Oca had over 95 million active monthly users, the author stated that the data center provided communication, video, and access to public platforms, and was also integrated into state systems for education, health, and e-government. He added that NetBlocks recorded a drop in platform traffic to 56% of its normal level, about 44% less. In his analysis, the attack added to previous ones against Yandex data centers in Sasovo, Kaluga, and Vladímir, and could affect digital and state services. Montes de Oca indicated that the Ruchyi depot could store 114,000 cubic meters of fuel and supplied heavy and rail transport of the Leningrad Military District. He also stated that the Baltic ports supported Russian exports of crude and its derivatives. According to his post, Russia aimed to export between 3 and 3.5 million tons of diesel per month by the end of 2026, more than 10% of the global market, and damage to terminals and refineries would limit its income and export capacity. The author said that the offensive weakened the energy truce driven by Donald Trump and that Kiev had warned it would respond if Russia continued attacking Ukrainian infrastructure. He added that Secretary of State Marco Rubio had confirmed that Starshield was not operating in Ukraine nor had it been enabled to guide Ukrainian drones over Russian territory, so, according to Montes de Oca, it was not used in the attack. #Ucrania #SanPetersburgo #GuerraUcrania (translated)

The author said the world needed to learn from past health crises as climate change and globalisation brought dengue and chikungunya to Europe. They also called for global vigilance against Ebola and argued that medical professionals should prioritise evidence over activism when addressing future threats. #covid #sarscov2 https://t.co/TJNyIiVvYZ #SaludGlobal #CambioClimático #Epidemias #EU #AS

Actu Foot reported that Bruno Genesio had called on OM supporters to be patient before seeing young strikers Antoine Valero and Milan Leccece, both born in 2008, play for the first team. In a press conference, he stated that his squad included young players with offensive qualities, but they needed to learn and adapt to Ligue 1, whose level was different from youth selections. Genesio added that each player needed to be evaluated before being brought in, as an early debut could be destructive. He assured that the staff was monitoring the young players and would integrate them when he deemed it appropriate. #OM #Ligue1 #football (translated)

Kultur indicated that high school students, students, Yellow Vests, unions, and farmers were protesting across France against the high cost of living and demanding more resources for education and public services. He urged those attending the gatherings to remain vigilant and to ensure their own safety as well as that of others. #Manifestation #VieChère #Éducation (translated)

There is a constitutional right to protest and to express oneself, and I have always been vigilant and careful to ensure that this right is fully respected. President Emmanuel Macron called for calm and respect for people and property on Friday, while authorities warned of possible violence. #ProtesteFranta #Elevi #CostulVietii (translated)

Karina Michelin wrote that Flávio Bolsonaro was interviewed by Renata Lo Prete on Globo on October 16, nine days before the second round. According to her, he confronted Lula, criticized the Supreme Federal Court, and presented government proposals. Michelin reported that the interview addressed Banco Master and suspicions involving Alexandre de Moraes. When asked about Kassio Nunes Marques, nominated by Jair Bolsonaro and mentioned in messages from Daniel Vorcaro, Flávio stated that the law should apply to everyone. He invoked Law 1.079, advocated for the impeachment of ministers, and accused Moraes of acting as Lula's political strategist in Brasília. In the area of security, Flávio announced that he intended to gather commanders of the Armed Forces and police chiefs in January to combat drug trafficking. He also stated that he would seek to classify Comando Vermelho, PCC, and militias as narcoterrorist organizations, strengthen surveillance at the Port of Santos and borders, including the Amazon, and join the Shield of the Americas to share intelligence information. Regarding the outcome of the elections, he said he would respect it. Flávio also stated that the first round indicated a desire for change and criticized Lula's government for violence against women, family indebtedness, wildfires, and business closures. At the end of the interview, according to Michelin, he committed to not promising what he could not fulfill, to restore purchasing power, and to return safety to the streets. Michelin stated that Flávio declared himself ready for the Presidency and described his candidacy as a project from God. She also wrote that the debate between him and Lula was scheduled for October 18 on TV Bandeirantes, presenting the contest as a confrontation between two projects for the country. #Brasil #Política #Eleições2023 (translated)

Impact denied the information circulating on social media that a particular event was underway at the Trocadéro in Paris or in Strasbourg. The media called for vigilance and stated that it would keep its audience informed in real time about the situation's development. #FakeNews #Vigilance #Trocadéro (translated)

Nearly 200,000 protesters, including high school students, university students, yellow vests, and farmers, are expected this Saturday, October 17, in France for a day of mobilization, under the watchful eye of the authorities and with the announced presence of left-wing political figures. #Manifestation17Octobre #GiletsJaunes #MobilisationSociale (translated)

In case of blockages of equipment or structural axes (toll booths, road junctions, etc.), causing disturbances to public order, you will carry out systematic unblocking operations. Laurent Nuñez also calls on the prefects to maintain "particular vigilance against potential opportunistic looting." #Mobilisation17Octobre #LaurentNuñez #DéblocageSystématique (translated)

This mid-October weekend in France will be marked by a drop in temperatures and rainy spells, particularly an orange alert for eleven departments announcing variable weather conditions and a risk of a Mediterranean episode at the beginning of the week. #Météo #Pluies #VigilanceOrange (translated)