Apparently the UK government is to loosen sanctions on refined Russian oil coming from third countries like India destined for diesel and jet fuel. They are obviously concerned about supplies later in the year. Thinking about the war in Ukraine, this seems like a kick in the teeth to Ukraine with Russia benefiting.
It is my view that we will see certain fuels and food rationed by this time next year.
I cannot see a quick end to the war between the USA with Israel and Iran.
It would appear that President Trump is in a right pickle: he got into a war with Iran and does not know how to get out of it without losing face.
My beacon was turned on at about 0820z.
UPDATE 2215z: Spotted by 22 stations. You can tell we’re well in the Es season.
For several mornings we’ve been woken early by a tuneful blackbird singing the first lines of “Lavender Blue”. I have not heard it for several mornings.
It may have moved, started to sing something else, stopped singing or been killed by a cat or something else.
One thing is certain: nothing is forever. We enjoyed it for a few short days.
These lupins were in London yesterday. Normally, the collective name is a "choir of lupins". I don't think these were told!
Following recent price drops the IC-705 is even better! The ICOM rig has far more features in the product already that you have to buy as extras in the Yaesu rigs.
It looks like Iran has woken up to the power it has by controlling the Strait of Hormuz. This could have enormous impacts on the world economy.
This is an AI video showing a train journey from London to Edinburgh in Victorian times. There are some clear errors but, overall, it is very good.
I am very impressed with these historical AI videos as they give a good insight to what it must have been like.
Apparently you have to watch the video on YouTube.
My beacon has been on all morning.
