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Ungerührt durch internationale Bemühungen um Waffenstillstand intensiviert Putin die Luftangriffe auf Kyjiw und das ukrainische Hinterland. Russland beginnt mit einer von langer Hand geplanten Offensive an vier Frontabschnitten. Wie ist die Lage und was wird gebraucht? 🧵

Unser Statement zu Gaza 👇

A BlueSky thread by Frank Sauer on Skyview 1/29 Ich weiß ich wiederhole mich. Aber aus gegebenem Anlass (bzw. aus gegebenen Anlässen) ein Thread zu der Frage, ob wir nicht mal etwas mehr nüchterne strategische Analyse statt Panikmache bräuchte...

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1/29 Ich weiß ich wiederhole mich. Aber aus gegebenem Anlass (bzw. aus gegebenen Anlässen) ein Thread zu der Frage, ob wir nicht mal etwas mehr nüchterne strategische Analyse statt Panikmache bräuchten.

Trump’s peace deal is terrible. Ukraine should still accept it Hard as it will be for President Zelensky to accept terms so generous to the invader, Russia may find it’s a tainted triumph

Nobody can in good faith recommend Ukraine to take the ”deal” proposed by the US.

Simple as that

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(1/4) The ongoing market response to last week’s US tariff announcement was both predictable and preventable. Even if you agree with the premise of these tariffs, every reasonable effort should be made to give US companies sufficient time to adapt.

It is also very nice for developers who want to test their Android apps.

An update on the war following a recent trip. The situation has improved compared with Fall 2024. Russian offensive momentum slowed significantly over the winter, though it is premature to claim that the front has stabilized, especially following AFU withdrawal in Kursk. /1

Digital billboard in Boston's subway station that reads: "Finally, social media that's billionaire-proof."

Finally, social media that's billionaire-proof. ⚡

Bluesky's first IRL ads spotted in @boston.gov @mbta.com.

FAQ für den nuklearen IQ:

»Wie könnte eine europäische Abschreckung mit französischen Waffen aussehen? Welche Herausforderungen gibt es auf dem Weg dorthin? Und wie verlässlich ist Frankreich als langfristiger Partner?«

Mit 'n paar Einsprengseln von yours truly:
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Editorial: A president just disrespected America in the Oval Office. It wasn’t Zelensky It’s time to say it plainly. America’s leadership has switched sides in the war. The American people have not, and they should speak up. In the past several weeks, the U.S. leadership has demonstrate...

In the past several weeks, the U.S. leadership has demonstrated explicit hostility towards Ukraine and aligned its rhetoric and policy with Russia.

It’s time to say it plainly. America’s leadership has switched sides in the war. The American people have not, and they should speak up.

Conan: You know, Anora is having a good night. That's great news. Two wins already. I guess Americans are excited to see somebody finally stand up to a powerful Russian.

This is Winston Churchill visiting the White House during World War II.

Funny how he isn’t wearing a suit either. Almost like he was a wartime leader defending his country from being slaughtered and wiped out by an authoritarian aggressor.

Five Failures in the Oval Office (video) America hurt itself badly today.

Here I react to the shameful encounter between American leaders and media and the Ukrainian president. No doubt there were more, but I saw five failures on our side: of hospitality, decency, democracy, strategy, and independence. Please watch and share.
snyder.substack.com/p/five-failu...

United States support for Ukraine was never about securing mineral rights.

Or providing security for money.

It was about democracy and sovereignty. And a willingness to defend our allies and oppose our enemies.

Trump is betraying Ukraine, but also our values. Our history and our legacy.

Usefully sober fact sheet on Ukraine. Please share with those who need it.
understandingwar.org/backgrounder...

The greatest success of Putin's systematic mental warfare is that national conservatives in Western countries, who have traditionally been fiercely anti-communist and anti-Soviet, see him as an ally. In contrast, he sees them as useful idiots.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is not a dictator.

He is a champion of democracy, freedom and truth.

Opening Remarks by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth at Ukraine Defense Contact Group (As Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered opening remarks at a meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in Brussels.

yes. Hegseth confirmed it last week on the NATO meeting:

"The United States remains committed to the NATO alliance and to the defense partnership with Europe. Full stop. "

www.defense.gov/News/Speeche...

President Zelenskyy has been one of the greatest leaders of our time, guiding Ukraine through the darkest period of its recent history, rising up to Russia’s unwarranted aggression, being an inspiration to the Ukrainian people and ensuring that Ukraine’s voice is heard on the world stage.

What I’ve understood from military experts who follow the battlefield situation closely is that it’s currently actually starting to go better for Ukraine and less well for Russia. So the timing seems key - Trump has stepped in before Russia ends up in a worse negotiating position.

Peace or Partition? Russians and Americans speak about Ukraine, without Ukrainians

My thoughts on the Russian-American talks on Ukraine, without Ukraine. The simplest interpretation of the available facts is that the Americans are using Russian violence to try to exploit Ukraine.
snyder.substack.com/p/peace-or-p...

“Pistorius is my valentine”
#overheardatMSC2025

Heute vor 10 Jahren wurde Minsk-2 unterzeichnet. Ich war dabei. Russland wollte keinen Frieden, sondern plante eine Vollinvasion und einen Vernichtungskrieg.

Es braucht Stärke, um einen echten Frieden zu erkämpfen. Frieden braucht Sicherheit. Sicherheit muss garantiert werden.

#NeverTrustRussia

As I have noted previously, lack of candor (under oath, no less!), is per se disqualifying for any leadership position, but ESPECIALLY the FBI. A liar as director will impact the FBI’s credibility in every case where any agent takes the stand or swears to a judge. He has to go

ShareX - The best free and open source screenshot tool for Windows ShareX is a free and open source program that lets you capture or record any area of your screen and share it with a single press of a key. It also allows uploading images, text or other types of file...

Tyvm for this great info! But how about using a screenshot tool instead of making a photo from the screen? Would look much more professional and help your message IMHO. If you are on Windows I can recommend ShareX. It's free and open source: getsharex.com

The ABA supports the rule of law It has been three weeks since Inauguration Day. Most Americans recognize that newly elected leaders bring change. That is expected. But most Americans also expect that changes will take place in accor...

“These stories should concern all Americans because they are our family members, neighbors and friends. No American can be proud of a government that carries out change in this way.”

The American Bar Association speaks out. Please read and share.
www.americanbar.org/news/abanews...

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