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Despite China topping the Pisa survey in mathematics and science, a teacher in Beijing questions whether the results truly reflect the real situation for all Chinese students, especially considering the differences between elite and rural schools as well as the demands and expectations of parents and students themselves. #Kina #Pisa #utbildning (translated)

Michael Winiarski writes that Donald Trump's latest statements, which blame Ukraine for Russia's aggression and demand President Zelensky's resignation, demonstrate a clear support for Moscow and constitute a betrayal of Ukraine in their struggle against the Russian offensive. #Trump #Ukraina #Putin (translated)

Ledarsidorna.se wrote that Peter Hultqvist's interview was an attempt to limit the damage and give the Social Democrats a more "hawkish" profile. The writer thought that several proposals in the interview were good: a permanent amphibious battalion in Gotland, re-establishing I 22 in Kiruna, and above all, building a third submarine of the A26 class. The writer claimed that larger combat vessels needed to be built in series of at least three to ensure redundancy, with two operational and one for training or maintenance. As support, the writer referred to his own experience of two years of service as ELF and LFO at PTK Gbg, the test command for Göteborg-class corvettes. Ledarsidorna.se expressed uncertainty about Magdalena Andersson's foreign and security policy stance and wrote that neighboring countries were not impressed by her latest statement, which the writer believed opened the door for reduced engagement on NATO's northern flank. The writer also believed that Pål Jonson should remain as defense minister and called him the best in the position in modern times. Compared to Hultqvist, the writer thought that Jonson had better knowledge of weapons and weapon systems. #svpol https://t.co/ihG7cqkWH5 #säkerhetspolitik #försvar #svenskpolitk (translated)

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announces that the country is ready to stop the attacks on Russian oil refineries if Russia stops attacking Ukrainian energy infrastructure, which he emphasizes is a mutual process that requires real guarantees. #Ukraina #Zelenskyj #KrigetíUkraina (translated)

The author wrote that the voters were strongly polarized and that a majority government would require at least one party to govern together with a party that over 90 percent of its own voters had not stated they wanted to see in government. https://t.co/YxlsAkCMfF #svpol #politik #regeringsbildning #SE (translated)

The sender claimed that the media portrayed the violence in France as legitimate demands for better schools. They simultaneously referred to French authorities' report that at least 24 schools had been vandalized and argued that this stripped the riots of all legitimacy. https://t.co/2pMzblDPLj https://t.co/kpXr6gjtAH #Frankrike #skolor #våld #FR (translated)

The USA has allowed the release of up to four million barrels of crude oil from the country's reserves to address disruptions caused by storm Isaias, with ExxonMobil and BP America being able to borrow up to two million barrels each, with the requirement to return it within two years. #USA #Oljemarknad #StormIsaias (translated)

AI agents from the company Anthropic filled out and submitted 20 incomplete visa applications on the White House website, which led to new reporting requirements for deviant activities from AI companies according to the Trump administration. #AI #VitaHuset #Visumansökningar (translated)

Ida Gabrielsson argued that the government formation should be based on the fact that S, V, MP, and C had campaigned for a change of power and had Magdalena Andersson as a common candidate for prime minister. She wrote that C could not count in parties that did not support Andersson and at the same time demand influence based on their mandates. According to Gabrielsson, voters had given C 7 percent and V 8.4 percent, and V would not accept C pursuing right-wing policies with the support of V's mandate. Gabrielsson stated that C could seek support from Ulf Kristersson or try to get KD and L to switch sides. If that did not happen, C needed to negotiate with S, V, and MP to get a majority behind Andersson, according to her. She wrote that V was willing to compromise, but that the parties supporting a prime minister candidate must also be able to accept each other as a government basis. She criticized C’s growth proposals, including continued privatization of the Employment Service and permanent tax subsidies to cleaning companies and large restaurant chains. Gabrielsson claimed that the Economic Institute, the Fiscal Policy Council, and others had assessed the proposals as ineffective, expensive, and ineffective in creating jobs. She also wrote that the proposals would be financed through cuts to unemployment benefits and sick pay as well as cuts in welfare. Gabrielsson asserted that the most voters preferred a red-green government, followed by the Tidö alternative, while C's centrist alternative lagged far behind. She wrote that more people had voted for S, V, and MP than for the previous Alliance if SD was excluded. Finally, she urged C to first clarify its political direction and implied that the party needed to choose a side if it could not find a centrist solution. #Regering #Sverige #Politik (translated)

Katerina Mahdalova called on Czech Television, Michal Kubal, and Jan Moláček to change their approach to news reporting, which she described as nonsensical. She stated that the election results should be interpreted, not just reported in terms of ongoing counting. She added that together with Michal Škop, they can also offer predictions. #zpravodajství #volby #politika (translated)

Thousands of Indian protesters have been unlawfully detained by the authorities in New Delhi after a planned demonstration against a controversial change in the electoral roll and demands for the resignation of the election chief Gyanesh Kumar. #Indien #Demonstrationer #Frihetsberövade (translated)

Sweden's position is the same as it has been since February 24, 2022: We stand by Ukraine as long as it is necessary. Now the pressure on Russia must increase and support for Ukraine must be further strengthened. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) says he regrets US President Donald Trump's deal with Russia regarding diesel deliveries. #Ukraina #Trump #Ryssland (translated)

Ulf Kristersson wrote that Sweden had stood by Ukraine's side since February 24, 2022, and would continue to do so as long as it was necessary. He called for increased pressure on Russia and stronger support for Ukraine. Kristersson lamented the U.S. agreement with Russia regarding diesel supplies and stated that energy revenues were central to the Russian war chest. He indicated that the EU would on Monday adopt its most comprehensive sanctions package to date, with 1,600 sanctions listings targeting the Russian military-industrial complex. He urged more countries to counter the Russian shadow fleet and eventually use frozen Russian assets for the benefit of Ukraine. He also emphasized the need for close coordination within the EU and with the U.S., the U.K., and other international partners. According to Kristersson, the broad political support and public engagement for Ukraine in Sweden were a strength, and Ukraine's freedom and sovereignty remained Sweden's top foreign policy priority. #Ukraina #Sverige #Ryssland (translated)

Lower prices for Americans, especially our great farmers, ranch owners, and truck drivers, are my top priority. Trump emphasized: "Lower prices for Americans, especially our great farmers, ranch owners, and truck drivers, are my top priority." #Krievija #Tramps #dīzeļdegviela (translated)

Ola Wenström wrote that it was difficult to take in the news about Sladjan and described him as outspoken, knowledgeable, and independent. Wenström remembered their years together in sports TV, with strong opinions, laughter, and lively discussions. He wrote that Sladjan had a great passion for football and reminded viewers that the sport was about more than results and tables. Wenström thanked him for the football, the discussions, and the impressions he had left and concluded with a message of rest in peace. #fotboll #människor #sport (translated)

The author of the article published a satirical text styled as minutes from an extraordinary meeting of the crisis staff. In it, he described President Pavel's return from Morocco, his participation in the elections, acknowledgment of a mistake, and apology as a situation that thwarted the prepared criticism. He attributed to imaginary critics a plan to focus on the cost of the flight, the president's clothing, the car from the airport, his greeting to the electoral commission, and his expression. According to the text, they were to question both the apology and its timing, and to criticize the president regardless of whether he had left or returned. The author concluded by stating that the text is a fictional satire. #politika #satira #prezident (translated)