@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.
bsky.app/profile/nico...
bsky.app/profile/nico...
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Oh, here comes another wave of insanity.
Ukraine is now supposed to surrender in a war it has not lost and willingly ensure its own destruction by Russia because Trump needs to avert a midterm disaster.
Ukraine is now supposed to surrender in a war it has not lost and willingly ensure its own destruction by Russia because Trump needs to avert a midterm disaster.
February 8, 2026 at 7:52 PM
Oh, here comes another wave of insanity.
Ukraine is now supposed to surrender in a war it has not lost and willingly ensure its own destruction by Russia because Trump needs to avert a midterm disaster.
Ukraine is now supposed to surrender in a war it has not lost and willingly ensure its own destruction by Russia because Trump needs to avert a midterm disaster.
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Russie 🇷🇺 Retour à Madagascar ?
Pendant que le monde a les yeux rivés sur le Groenland et l’Iran, les Russes déplacent leurs pions pour prendre en main le destin de Madagascar. Des soldats russes et des officiels de l’Africa Corps ont été détectés sur le territoire ⤵️
Pendant que le monde a les yeux rivés sur le Groenland et l’Iran, les Russes déplacent leurs pions pour prendre en main le destin de Madagascar. Des soldats russes et des officiels de l’Africa Corps ont été détectés sur le territoire ⤵️
February 8, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Russie 🇷🇺 Retour à Madagascar ?
Pendant que le monde a les yeux rivés sur le Groenland et l’Iran, les Russes déplacent leurs pions pour prendre en main le destin de Madagascar. Des soldats russes et des officiels de l’Africa Corps ont été détectés sur le territoire ⤵️
Pendant que le monde a les yeux rivés sur le Groenland et l’Iran, les Russes déplacent leurs pions pour prendre en main le destin de Madagascar. Des soldats russes et des officiels de l’Africa Corps ont été détectés sur le territoire ⤵️
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🇺🇸 Trump fails to implement effective sanctions against Russia during second term
Trump admin has effectively paused economic pressure on the Kremlin. Trump fears that new restrictions might provoke Putin to abandon peace negotiations.
Read more 👀
theukrainianreview.info/trump-fails-...
Trump admin has effectively paused economic pressure on the Kremlin. Trump fears that new restrictions might provoke Putin to abandon peace negotiations.
Read more 👀
theukrainianreview.info/trump-fails-...
Trump fails to implement effective sanctions against Russia during second term
Donald Trump has not introduced any impactful sanctions against Russia for its full-scale invasion of Ukraine during his first year back in office. The US Presi
theukrainianreview.info
February 8, 2026 at 9:42 AM
🇺🇸 Trump fails to implement effective sanctions against Russia during second term
Trump admin has effectively paused economic pressure on the Kremlin. Trump fears that new restrictions might provoke Putin to abandon peace negotiations.
Read more 👀
theukrainianreview.info/trump-fails-...
Trump admin has effectively paused economic pressure on the Kremlin. Trump fears that new restrictions might provoke Putin to abandon peace negotiations.
Read more 👀
theukrainianreview.info/trump-fails-...
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Victory is the only true peace.
February 8, 2026 at 10:47 AM
Victory is the only true peace.
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OPINION: When Mark Rutte told the European Parliament the continent can’t defend itself without the U.S., he did more than just describe Europe’s military dependence.
He turned that reliance on America into a political doctrine.
🔗 www.politico.eu/article/mark...
He turned that reliance on America into a political doctrine.
🔗 www.politico.eu/article/mark...
February 8, 2026 at 12:05 PM
OPINION: When Mark Rutte told the European Parliament the continent can’t defend itself without the U.S., he did more than just describe Europe’s military dependence.
He turned that reliance on America into a political doctrine.
🔗 www.politico.eu/article/mark...
He turned that reliance on America into a political doctrine.
🔗 www.politico.eu/article/mark...
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🤡 Putin is trying to impose on the world a sense of inevitability of Ukraine's defeat, — FT
📍Putin is actively promoting a narrative of an allegedly close victory in the war, claiming that Russia has overcome sanctions and seized the strategic initiative at the front.
📍Putin is actively promoting a narrative of an allegedly close victory in the war, claiming that Russia has overcome sanctions and seized the strategic initiative at the front.
February 8, 2026 at 1:42 PM
🤡 Putin is trying to impose on the world a sense of inevitability of Ukraine's defeat, — FT
📍Putin is actively promoting a narrative of an allegedly close victory in the war, claiming that Russia has overcome sanctions and seized the strategic initiative at the front.
📍Putin is actively promoting a narrative of an allegedly close victory in the war, claiming that Russia has overcome sanctions and seized the strategic initiative at the front.
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Just sent this out, mostly free. The Epstein files show just how close he was to Russian sources. They also make it clear that Epstein represented a historic opportunity to collect Kompromat on the rich and famous. Nothing would terrify a narcissist more. open.substack.com/pub/phillips...
Why Does A Narcissist Accept Humiliation? Epstein Might Be The Answer.
Doe the Risk of Greater Humiliation Loom...
open.substack.com
February 5, 2026 at 9:34 AM
Just sent this out, mostly free. The Epstein files show just how close he was to Russian sources. They also make it clear that Epstein represented a historic opportunity to collect Kompromat on the rich and famous. Nothing would terrify a narcissist more. open.substack.com/pub/phillips...
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A full-fledged defense industry in Ukraine was actually born during a full-scale war — when the country is forced to stop the enemy with its own technologies. Today it is the largest defense industry in Europe, although it is still inferior to the Russian one.
February 8, 2026 at 3:10 PM
A full-fledged defense industry in Ukraine was actually born during a full-scale war — when the country is forced to stop the enemy with its own technologies. Today it is the largest defense industry in Europe, although it is still inferior to the Russian one.
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An investigation by Hunterbrook Media has found that the American technology company Ubiquiti is supplying Russia with equipment used by the Russian military in its war against Ukraine, including for drone operations, circumventing sanctions⤵️
January 28, 2026 at 10:19 AM
An investigation by Hunterbrook Media has found that the American technology company Ubiquiti is supplying Russia with equipment used by the Russian military in its war against Ukraine, including for drone operations, circumventing sanctions⤵️
Extreem-rechtse Trump regering doet zelfs geen moeite om het te verbloemen. Voordeel van de duidelijkheid.
Wes Moore suggests race may be why he was not invited to gov dinner with Trump
Wes Moore suggests race may be why he was not invited to gov dinner with Trump
The nation’s only sitting Black governor was not invited to a traditionally bipartisan event involving the National Governors Association and the White House.
dlvr.it
February 8, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Extreem-rechtse Trump regering doet zelfs geen moeite om het te verbloemen. Voordeel van de duidelijkheid.
UKR and EUR are growing stronger by the day.
🇺🇦🇪🇺🦅 Ukraine Launches Drone Exports — Zelenskyy
Ukraine will open ten export centers across Europe, including in Baltic states and Nordic countries.
Drone production will begin in Germany. Manufacturing lines already operate in UK.
Read more 👀
theukrainianreview.info/ukraine-laun...
Ukraine will open ten export centers across Europe, including in Baltic states and Nordic countries.
Drone production will begin in Germany. Manufacturing lines already operate in UK.
Read more 👀
theukrainianreview.info/ukraine-laun...
Ukraine Launches Drone Exports — Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine plans to expand its presence in European markets and start producing drones abroad. Speaking on Sunday, Zel
theukrainianreview.info
February 8, 2026 at 5:36 PM
UKR and EUR are growing stronger by the day.
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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.
bit.ly
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