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“Why do you keep calling me ‘Daphne?’”

The first time I had one, I thought I was hallucinating. 👌🏼

The imposition of US sanctions vs. Serbia's NIS, the Russian-owned crude oil refiner, are welcome, and hopefully a signal of a broader recalibration of US policy in the region, recognizing that Belgrade has unequivocally sided with the Moscow regime. www.rferl.org/a/serbia-oil...

Inject this directly into my veins

Around this day in 1944, Nijmegen. Local volunteers, young ones, helping men from American 82 Airborne Division. 😊 #WW2 #HISTORY

#Arnhem81: today in 1944 Operation Market Garden began. The Air Armada took elements of three Airborne divisions deep into enemy territory and filled the skies as men dropped between Eindhoven & Arnhem, as seen in these private photos of the time.

Milorad Dodik više nije predsjednik Republike Srpske, Sud BiH odbio njegovu žalbu Apelaciono odjeljenje Suda Bosne i Hercegovine odbilo je žalbu Milorada Dodika na odluku Centralne izborne komisije (CIK) kojom mu je oduzet mandat predsjednika...

The Court of BiH has officially rejected secessionist Dodik’s appeal re: removal of his mandate as entity president following his criminal conviction. His tenure is now irrevocably terminated. The RS entity PM, also a Dodik cadre, has resigned. Major developments in BiH. www.klix.ba/vijesti/bih/...

Time to stop indulging Serbia’s authoritarian president Europe must raise pressure on Aleksandar Vučić to avoid a deeper democratic retreat

Editorial board @financialtimes.com: "Realpolitik has reflected a desire not to see #Serbia slip into Russia’s orbit. But this hands-off approach is no longer tenable. Vučić has to be pushed to be more accountable and hold genuinely fair elections; ...
www.ft.com/content/c232...

Most underrated DC museum.

WAMU’s The Big Broadcast does a pretty damn good job at it.

Thank you. 🥂

Source?

the* person

There's a segue here to the KIA bracelet worn by those who barely knew person, if at all...

Very much a phenomenon across the Army while I was in. I mostly attribute it to the AVF factor in conjunction with two decades of opportunity to deploy that prompted a combination of desire and expectation revolving around a perception of inclusion and accomplishment.

As you indicate, PD is crucial, but until courseware and instructor accreditation and selection improves, those advocating for (negative) reform have many cases for doing so.

I could write a dissertation on NCOES issues. I found the most apparent ones revolved around a failure to incentivize and assign worthwhile instructors to the schools (which brings up issues related to broadening assignments.)

Keep this going. 🥂

One of the best trench chats yet, Paul. Thank you for it!

I myself am more so looking forward to the mustard stain. 👌🏼🤦🏼‍♂️

I’ve been lucky enough to spend time with Harry on a few occasions. He’s been an inspiration, as well as a hoot each, each and every visit. Heed his message on this important anniversary.

Tuna packets, instant coffee, and wet wipes. So many wet wipes.

How Bosnia Could Break Europe The Return of Serbian nationalism could start another war on the continent

Under the leadership of Milorad Dodik, a collection of Serbian-controlled territories known as Republika Srpska is trying to secede from Bosnia and Herzegovina, writes @ifcbih.bsky.social. Dodik’s actions are a pivotal test for European leaders—and they must respond quickly.

A friend and I drove Arras last year while listening to your account of the battle through The Old Front Line. Appropriately, I wrapped up Will Bird’s memoir just this morning, which prompted memories of the stunning Vimy memorial. One of dozens of books now on the shelf due to your recommendation!

A Dangerous Standoff: The Battle for Bosnia’s Institutions Bosnia's Serb separatist leaders have crossed a line – offering both a serious threat and a rare opportunity for domestic institutions supported by the EU to halt a long-running agenda.

My commentary for @rusi.bsky.social - on a dangerous standoff and the battle for 🇧🇦's institutions.👇

rusi.org/explore-our-...