@carldecraene.bsky.social
EUropean 🇪🇺 of Belgian 🇧🇪 nationality.
EU and NATO are the cornerstones of our national security and defence policy.
EU and NATO are the cornerstones of our national security and defence policy.
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Russia, the aggressor, is launching strikes against civilians: these are war crimes and, by their systematic nature, crimes against humanity.
Ukraine is responding and striking military targets in legal accordance with UN Charter Art. 51.
Difference matters.
Period.
www.france24.com/en/europe/20...
Ukraine is responding and striking military targets in legal accordance with UN Charter Art. 51.
Difference matters.
Period.
www.france24.com/en/europe/20...
Four dead in Russian drone attack on Kyiv as Ukraine targets Russia’s air fields
Russia launched a barrage of drones and missiles at the Ukrainian capital Kyiv overnight, killing at least four people and wounding 20 more, Ukrainian authorities said Friday. Ukraine's armed forces…
www.france24.com
A reminder for those who tend to forget.
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Let op dat tweede bericht… die verhouding…
February 8, 2026 at 8:03 AM
Let op dat tweede bericht… die verhouding…
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In the 1951 Defense of Greenland Agreement with Denmark, the US unambiguously recognized ‘the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Denmark’ over Greenland. bit.ly/4qH0yug
Who owns Greenland?
Denmark’s claim is unimpeachable. In the 1951 Defense of Greenland Agreement with Denmark, the US unambiguously recognizes ‘the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Denmark’ over Greenland.
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February 8, 2026 at 8:30 AM
In the 1951 Defense of Greenland Agreement with Denmark, the US unambiguously recognized ‘the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Denmark’ over Greenland. bit.ly/4qH0yug
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Europeans should pay more attention to this absolutely crucial aspect of Trump's efforts & plan for it.
Were this to go through (likely meaning conditional phasing out of US sanctions) this would be absolute dynamite for European unity with huge divisions likely to emerge.
Were this to go through (likely meaning conditional phasing out of US sanctions) this would be absolute dynamite for European unity with huge divisions likely to emerge.
February 8, 2026 at 7:17 AM
Europeans should pay more attention to this absolutely crucial aspect of Trump's efforts & plan for it.
Were this to go through (likely meaning conditional phasing out of US sanctions) this would be absolute dynamite for European unity with huge divisions likely to emerge.
Were this to go through (likely meaning conditional phasing out of US sanctions) this would be absolute dynamite for European unity with huge divisions likely to emerge.
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In which Jeffrey Epstein, who laundered money for the Russians, explains how Donald Trump was doing exactly the same thing, and how this accounts for most of his wealth.
February 7, 2026 at 4:34 PM
In which Jeffrey Epstein, who laundered money for the Russians, explains how Donald Trump was doing exactly the same thing, and how this accounts for most of his wealth.
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“Supporting Ukraine is not just solidarity; it is an investment in Europe’s own security.”
HCSS research director Tim Sweijs visited Kyiv in 2025 to study Ukraine’s battlefield adaptations, industrial resilience, and societal mobilisation.
🔗Read the full report here: buff.ly/AQkgUK7
HCSS research director Tim Sweijs visited Kyiv in 2025 to study Ukraine’s battlefield adaptations, industrial resilience, and societal mobilisation.
🔗Read the full report here: buff.ly/AQkgUK7
February 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM
“Supporting Ukraine is not just solidarity; it is an investment in Europe’s own security.”
HCSS research director Tim Sweijs visited Kyiv in 2025 to study Ukraine’s battlefield adaptations, industrial resilience, and societal mobilisation.
🔗Read the full report here: buff.ly/AQkgUK7
HCSS research director Tim Sweijs visited Kyiv in 2025 to study Ukraine’s battlefield adaptations, industrial resilience, and societal mobilisation.
🔗Read the full report here: buff.ly/AQkgUK7
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Ik zie het probleem niet. Die man is een uitgesproken voorstander van vrije meningsuiting, klaagt voortdurend dat Europeanen geen recht op vrije meningsuiting hebben en heeft gisteren geproefd van de vrije meningsuiting van mensen die tussen de 260 EUR en 2026 EUR betaalden voor een zitje. Toppie.
🇺🇸 Le Comité international olympique a appelé au respect du "fair-play" samedi, au lendemain des sifflets qui ont visé le vice-président américain JD Vance lors de la cérémonie d'ouverture des JO d'hiver à Milan.
February 7, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Ik zie het probleem niet. Die man is een uitgesproken voorstander van vrije meningsuiting, klaagt voortdurend dat Europeanen geen recht op vrije meningsuiting hebben en heeft gisteren geproefd van de vrije meningsuiting van mensen die tussen de 260 EUR en 2026 EUR betaalden voor een zitje. Toppie.
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- Militaire advocaten (JAG‑officieren) nemen tijdelijk taken over van civiele aanklagers in federale rechtbanken in Minnesota, onder meer bij immigratiezaken. Dit is een ongebruikelijke inzet van militair personeel in civiele rechtszaken, melden juristen.
Trump dag 383: Trump verwijdert bericht waarin Obama’s als apen staan, vordert $602 miljoen terug van Democratisch geleide staten vanwege ‘woke’ gezondheidszorgprogramma’s, Pentagon stuurt geen officieren meer naar Harvard, Vance uitgejouwd bij Spelen: reportersonline.nl/trump-dag-38...
Trump dag 383: Trump verwijdert bericht waarin Obama's als apen afgebeeld worden, vordert 602 miljoen terug van Democratisch geleide staten vanwege 'woke' gezondheidszorgprogramma's, Pentagon stuurt g...
Nieuwe besluiten van Trump en consorten, en nieuwe fallout. Een overzicht van dag 383. – De Trump-regering roept Amerikaanse burgers […]
reportersonline.nl
February 7, 2026 at 11:53 AM
- Militaire advocaten (JAG‑officieren) nemen tijdelijk taken over van civiele aanklagers in federale rechtbanken in Minnesota, onder meer bij immigratiezaken. Dit is een ongebruikelijke inzet van militair personeel in civiele rechtszaken, melden juristen.
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A Russian occupier appears to have resigned to his fate simply waiting for death.
February 7, 2026 at 1:32 PM
A Russian occupier appears to have resigned to his fate simply waiting for death.
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Let's call a spade a spade: this Dmitriev-Witkoff pact is a corrupt agreement driven by greed & Trump's desire to save Putin.
It would pose a vital threat to Ukraine & Europe's security—a project of enslavement & destruction jointly carried out by russia & the US.
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-war...
It would pose a vital threat to Ukraine & Europe's security—a project of enslavement & destruction jointly carried out by russia & the US.
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-war...
Zelensky warns of 'risk' US, Russia could strike bilateral deals on Ukraine without Kyiv
"We clearly state that Ukraine will not support even potential agreements about us without us," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
kyivindependent.com
February 7, 2026 at 1:47 PM
Let's call a spade a spade: this Dmitriev-Witkoff pact is a corrupt agreement driven by greed & Trump's desire to save Putin.
It would pose a vital threat to Ukraine & Europe's security—a project of enslavement & destruction jointly carried out by russia & the US.
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-war...
It would pose a vital threat to Ukraine & Europe's security—a project of enslavement & destruction jointly carried out by russia & the US.
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-war...
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Russian forces have slowed on all fronts and are now advancing at their slowest pace since 2023, said Andrii Biletskyi, commander of the 3rd Army Corps of the Ukrainian Ground Forces. He said if Moscow sees it cannot occupy Donetsk region even in 2026, it may seek talks. #Ukraine
February 7, 2026 at 4:08 PM
Russian forces have slowed on all fronts and are now advancing at their slowest pace since 2023, said Andrii Biletskyi, commander of the 3rd Army Corps of the Ukrainian Ground Forces. He said if Moscow sees it cannot occupy Donetsk region even in 2026, it may seek talks. #Ukraine
Trump’s buitenlands beleid uitgelegd adhv de lens van de “Hegemonic Stability Theory” (HST).
www.foreignaffairs.com/united-state...
www.foreignaffairs.com/united-state...
The Predatory Hegemon
Ever since Donald Trump first became U.S. president, in 2017, commentators have searched for an adequate label to describe his approach to U.S. foreign relations. Writing in these pages, the political...
www.foreignaffairs.com
February 7, 2026 at 9:40 AM
Trump’s buitenlands beleid uitgelegd adhv de lens van de “Hegemonic Stability Theory” (HST).
www.foreignaffairs.com/united-state...
www.foreignaffairs.com/united-state...
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The leaders of Belgium, Italy and Germany are convening a meeting with like-minded counterparts to discuss key priorities ahead of an informal meeting of EU leaders to discuss economic competitiveness next Thursday, an EU diplomat and a national official told POLITICO.
De Wever, Meloni, Merz to host pre-summit competitiveness meeting
Belgian, Italian and German leaders convene broader group to push deregulation, the single market and trade deals.
www.politico.eu
February 6, 2026 at 3:57 PM
The leaders of Belgium, Italy and Germany are convening a meeting with like-minded counterparts to discuss key priorities ahead of an informal meeting of EU leaders to discuss economic competitiveness next Thursday, an EU diplomat and a national official told POLITICO.
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According to Italy's former prime minister, the power games at play in today’s world require Europe to make a qualitative leap in integration. A pragmatic leap. https://bit.ly/4a7jY4Q
Draghi wants real decision-making power in Europe, not a federal Big Bang
Competitiveness is not enough. The former president of the European Central Bank’s call for ‘pragmatic federalism’ would require Europe to strengthen its decision-making process if it wants to weigh i...
www.chathamhouse.org
February 7, 2026 at 6:00 AM
According to Italy's former prime minister, the power games at play in today’s world require Europe to make a qualitative leap in integration. A pragmatic leap. https://bit.ly/4a7jY4Q
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"But what is really interesting about kompromat is how powerful it is when it is not used. The possibility of exposure changes behavior." 💯
#нетвойне
#нетвойне
My take on Epstein, Russian intelligence, and what it tells us about Trump. Plus: an update on last week’s Norwegian Crotch Rot. open.substack.com/pub/alexzfin...
Was Epstein a Russian asset?
Plus, an update on Norwegian Crotch Rot: Are ski jumpers jacking up their johnsons?
open.substack.com
February 7, 2026 at 6:48 AM
"But what is really interesting about kompromat is how powerful it is when it is not used. The possibility of exposure changes behavior." 💯
#нетвойне
#нетвойне
Russia is a terrorist state.
Protect UKR skies!
Protect UKR skies!
Monitoring groups said an overnight strike was the largest this year by number of Shahed drones launched. The main targets were energy infrastructure in Rivne, Burshtyn, Stryi, Dobrotvir, Ladyzhyn, the Makariv area, and frontline territories. An official Air Force report has not yet been published.
February 7, 2026 at 7:16 AM
Russia is a terrorist state.
Protect UKR skies!
Protect UKR skies!
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Our flag shone brightly on the Arco della Pace at the Opening Ceremony of the #MilanoCortina2026 Olympic Winter Games.
A symbol of peace and prosperity, a journey defined by cooperation and unshakable solidarity.
Let’s go EU athletes!
©️Jamie Squire / Getty Images
A symbol of peace and prosperity, a journey defined by cooperation and unshakable solidarity.
Let’s go EU athletes!
©️Jamie Squire / Getty Images
February 6, 2026 at 10:49 PM
Our flag shone brightly on the Arco della Pace at the Opening Ceremony of the #MilanoCortina2026 Olympic Winter Games.
A symbol of peace and prosperity, a journey defined by cooperation and unshakable solidarity.
Let’s go EU athletes!
©️Jamie Squire / Getty Images
A symbol of peace and prosperity, a journey defined by cooperation and unshakable solidarity.
Let’s go EU athletes!
©️Jamie Squire / Getty Images
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I don’t think these guys understand the level of hatred they have engendered in Europe
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/06/w...
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/06/w...
JD Vance Booed at Olympic Opening Ceremony in Milan
www.nytimes.com
February 7, 2026 at 6:49 AM
I don’t think these guys understand the level of hatred they have engendered in Europe
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/06/w...
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/06/w...
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The normalization of Trump will be studied by historians. How did this happen? Who contributed to it? This tragic episode in our history will be compared to McCarthyism or the rise of American fascists in 30s. For those still excusing him, maybe now is a good time to get on the right side of history
February 6, 2026 at 6:35 PM
The normalization of Trump will be studied by historians. How did this happen? Who contributed to it? This tragic episode in our history will be compared to McCarthyism or the rise of American fascists in 30s. For those still excusing him, maybe now is a good time to get on the right side of history
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Als mensen bezig zijn over uw racisme babbelen ze niet over uw pedofilie.
A video shared on President Trump’s Truth Social account depicts the Obamas as apes.
February 6, 2026 at 9:21 AM
Als mensen bezig zijn over uw racisme babbelen ze niet over uw pedofilie.
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Republicans’ tax cuts shaved billions off Amazon’s tax bill, new government filings show.
The company says it ran a $1.2 billion tax bill last year, down from $9 billion the previous year — even as its profits jumped by 45 percent to nearly $90 billion.
More on Amazon's 87% drop in taxes👇
The company says it ran a $1.2 billion tax bill last year, down from $9 billion the previous year — even as its profits jumped by 45 percent to nearly $90 billion.
More on Amazon's 87% drop in taxes👇
Amazon's tax bill plunges after GOP tax cuts
The 87 percent drop is largely due to a more generous depreciation break in the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act.'
www.politico.com
February 6, 2026 at 7:29 PM
Republicans’ tax cuts shaved billions off Amazon’s tax bill, new government filings show.
The company says it ran a $1.2 billion tax bill last year, down from $9 billion the previous year — even as its profits jumped by 45 percent to nearly $90 billion.
More on Amazon's 87% drop in taxes👇
The company says it ran a $1.2 billion tax bill last year, down from $9 billion the previous year — even as its profits jumped by 45 percent to nearly $90 billion.
More on Amazon's 87% drop in taxes👇
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Correction:
not GOP but the extreme-right Trump party, to call a spade a spade.
Correction:
not GOP but the extreme-right Trump party, to call a spade a spade.
NEW: Nevada Rep. Mark Amodei will not run for reelection, the latest high-profile Republican to retire in an increasingly murky midterm year for the GOP.
Nevada Republican Mark Amodei to retire
Amodei’s decision comes just three months after President Donald Trump blessed him with a “Complete and Total endorsement for Re-election."
www.politico.com
February 6, 2026 at 9:55 PM
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Correction:
not GOP but the extreme-right Trump party, to call a spade a spade.
Correction:
not GOP but the extreme-right Trump party, to call a spade a spade.
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Facebook launched 22 years ago this week.
In 2025, Meta paid an effective federal tax rate of 3.5% — its lowest on record.
Meanwhile, Meta is pumping at least $65 million into super PACs to stifle regulation of AI and tech.
Trickle-down economics isn't just a hoax, it's corrosive to democracy.
In 2025, Meta paid an effective federal tax rate of 3.5% — its lowest on record.
Meanwhile, Meta is pumping at least $65 million into super PACs to stifle regulation of AI and tech.
Trickle-down economics isn't just a hoax, it's corrosive to democracy.
February 6, 2026 at 8:20 PM
Facebook launched 22 years ago this week.
In 2025, Meta paid an effective federal tax rate of 3.5% — its lowest on record.
Meanwhile, Meta is pumping at least $65 million into super PACs to stifle regulation of AI and tech.
Trickle-down economics isn't just a hoax, it's corrosive to democracy.
In 2025, Meta paid an effective federal tax rate of 3.5% — its lowest on record.
Meanwhile, Meta is pumping at least $65 million into super PACs to stifle regulation of AI and tech.
Trickle-down economics isn't just a hoax, it's corrosive to democracy.
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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk became the first high-ranking official to ask the question on everyone’s mind — Was convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein working with Russia?
He added that Poland would investigate possible links between Epstein and Russian intelligence services.
He added that Poland would investigate possible links between Epstein and Russian intelligence services.
Epstein's Russia connections, explained
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk became the first high-ranking official to ask the question on everyone’s mind — Was convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein working with Russia?
He added that Poland ...
kyivindependent.com
February 5, 2026 at 8:44 PM
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk became the first high-ranking official to ask the question on everyone’s mind — Was convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein working with Russia?
He added that Poland would investigate possible links between Epstein and Russian intelligence services.
He added that Poland would investigate possible links between Epstein and Russian intelligence services.
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Ondertussen in “De Afspraak voor vogels”:
February 6, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Ondertussen in “De Afspraak voor vogels”:
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"Entire villages come out to greet you."
Emotions of Ukrainian Defenders released from Russian captivity on their way home.
📹: TSN
Emotions of Ukrainian Defenders released from Russian captivity on their way home.
📹: TSN
February 6, 2026 at 5:56 PM
"Entire villages come out to greet you."
Emotions of Ukrainian Defenders released from Russian captivity on their way home.
📹: TSN
Emotions of Ukrainian Defenders released from Russian captivity on their way home.
📹: TSN