Joanne Stocker
@joannestocker.bsky.social
Verification Producer, CBS News Confirmed. Philadelphian/Londoner by way of Northern Ireland. I like to poke at things that don’t make sense. Big fan of big boats.
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Joanne Stocker
@joannestocker.bsky.social
· Nov 17
As we’ll all be using this more, a proper introduction: I’m a verification producer with the CBS News Confirmed team in London, by way of Ireland and Erbil and Philly and a bunch of other stops. I specialise mainly in OSINT, defence, conflict, big boats, and, increasingly, the far-right.
"Macron’s often lonely campaign for EU strategic autonomy, first laid out in a landmark speech at Sorbonne University in 2017, has been vindicated by recent efforts by the US and China to weaponise economic dependencies against Europe." www.ft.com/content/b5b2...
EU-US tensions over Greenland and tech are far from over, says Macron
French president calls on bloc to take the necessary steps to become a true global economic power
www.ft.com
February 10, 2026 at 10:23 AM
"Macron’s often lonely campaign for EU strategic autonomy, first laid out in a landmark speech at Sorbonne University in 2017, has been vindicated by recent efforts by the US and China to weaponise economic dependencies against Europe." www.ft.com/content/b5b2...
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A leading military historian has warned MPs that the UK remains far behind Nordic allies in preparing society for the demands of modern conflict, arguing that government has failed to translate years of discussion about resilience into practical planning for
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-urge...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-urge...
Britain urged to turn whole-of-society talk into action
A leading military historian has warned MPs that the UK remains far behind Nordic allies in preparing society for the demands of modern conflict, arguing that government has failed to translate years of discussion about resilience into practical planning for mass mobilisation.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk
February 9, 2026 at 5:11 PM
A leading military historian has warned MPs that the UK remains far behind Nordic allies in preparing society for the demands of modern conflict, arguing that government has failed to translate years of discussion about resilience into practical planning for
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-urge...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-urge...
An Irish man with a US valid work permit and no criminal record has been in ICE detention in Texas since September, his wife says www.irishtimes.com/world/us/202...
‘Absolute hell’: Irishman with valid US work permit held by Ice since September
Seamus Culleton has been in a detention facility in Texas for nearly five months despite having no criminal record
www.irishtimes.com
February 9, 2026 at 7:29 AM
An Irish man with a US valid work permit and no criminal record has been in ICE detention in Texas since September, his wife says www.irishtimes.com/world/us/202...
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Yeah but he would say that wouldn't he
February 6, 2026 at 11:28 PM
Yeah but he would say that wouldn't he
Excuse me but what do you mean the Dutch queen has joined the army reserves www.koninklijkhuis.nl/actueel/nieu...
February 5, 2026 at 8:35 AM
Excuse me but what do you mean the Dutch queen has joined the army reserves www.koninklijkhuis.nl/actueel/nieu...
Heartbroken for the stellar journalists at the Post who have done so much good, particularly their international coverage over many years.
February 4, 2026 at 1:55 PM
Heartbroken for the stellar journalists at the Post who have done so much good, particularly their international coverage over many years.
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Only 10 cases of Guinea worm disease were recorded *globally* last year.
It may become the second human disease we eradicate, after smallpox.
It may become the second human disease we eradicate, after smallpox.
February 4, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Only 10 cases of Guinea worm disease were recorded *globally* last year.
It may become the second human disease we eradicate, after smallpox.
It may become the second human disease we eradicate, after smallpox.
*Father John Misty voice*
*waiting on the Ocado man*
I want Lemsip, baby, ooh, don't leave me waiting
*waiting on the Ocado man*
I want Lemsip, baby, ooh, don't leave me waiting
February 4, 2026 at 8:59 AM
*Father John Misty voice*
*waiting on the Ocado man*
I want Lemsip, baby, ooh, don't leave me waiting
*waiting on the Ocado man*
I want Lemsip, baby, ooh, don't leave me waiting
Fascinated by these alleged novelty hats celebrating the takeover of the US Embassy in Tehran that @theresthistory.bsky.social mentioned in their Ayatollah series. Neither my friend (born 1959) nor a colleague's Iranian friend have ever heard of such a thing. www.youtube.com/shorts/Iwpms...
They sold novelty hats at the embassy siege
YouTube video by The Rest Is History
www.youtube.com
February 3, 2026 at 8:44 AM
Fascinated by these alleged novelty hats celebrating the takeover of the US Embassy in Tehran that @theresthistory.bsky.social mentioned in their Ayatollah series. Neither my friend (born 1959) nor a colleague's Iranian friend have ever heard of such a thing. www.youtube.com/shorts/Iwpms...
I’ve said from the start that Finland joining Nato is a gift to Nato
Together with the air forces of the other Nordic countries, it would have little problem achieving critical air superiority." www.gisreportsonline.com/r/fortress-f...
Finland: Nordic deterrence against Russia – GIS Reports
Finland’s NATO membership transforms security dynamics on the alliance’s northeastern flank.
www.gisreportsonline.com
February 2, 2026 at 7:54 AM
I’ve said from the start that Finland joining Nato is a gift to Nato
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"possibility of supplying Ukraine with Gripen aircraft and Meteor missiles, which are key tools for countering aircraft that carry guided aerial bombs." www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/202...
Sweden is preparing "one of the biggest" military aid packages for Ukraine – Ukraine's Defence Ministry
Ukraine and Sweden have been discussing the content of the next major military aid package from Stockholm.
www.pravda.com.ua
February 2, 2026 at 7:09 AM
"possibility of supplying Ukraine with Gripen aircraft and Meteor missiles, which are key tools for countering aircraft that carry guided aerial bombs." www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/202...
I cannot stress enough: this never happens. Extraordinary international attention saved Erfan Soltani’s life
#BBCNews - Iranian protester Erfan Soltani released on bail, reports say
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Iranian protester Erfan Soltani released on bail, reports say
Reports in January had said he was due to be executed after his arrest in connection with anti-government protests.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 1, 2026 at 7:36 PM
I cannot stress enough: this never happens. Extraordinary international attention saved Erfan Soltani’s life
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Rotations, in theater, drawdown. I’m curious where Homan, who was never in the military and never had anything to do with the GWOT, is getting this language.
Q: Can you be specific about how many ICE and CBP agents are currently operating in the state?
HOMAN: 3,000. There's been some rotations. They've been in theater a long time. Day after day, can't eat in restaurants, people spin on you, blowing whistles at you. But my main focus now is draw down
HOMAN: 3,000. There's been some rotations. They've been in theater a long time. Day after day, can't eat in restaurants, people spin on you, blowing whistles at you. But my main focus now is draw down
January 30, 2026 at 4:17 AM
Rotations, in theater, drawdown. I’m curious where Homan, who was never in the military and never had anything to do with the GWOT, is getting this language.
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Frag damage from a M42/M46 submunition that exploded during UXO clearance operations using a excavator with an electromagnet at Chok Pouk Village Cambodia by the Cambodian Mine Action Center. Thailand has used some cluster munitions in border skirmishes.
January 29, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Frag damage from a M42/M46 submunition that exploded during UXO clearance operations using a excavator with an electromagnet at Chok Pouk Village Cambodia by the Cambodian Mine Action Center. Thailand has used some cluster munitions in border skirmishes.
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Someone was joking the Finns only sent 2 guys to Greenland because they thought 3 was overkill..
Maybe there is some truth to that. 😂
Maybe there is some truth to that. 😂
Exercise commanders had to ask 🇫🇮 reservists, the most formidable Arctic warriors, who were playing the role of invaders in the war games, to go easy on the Americans. “The Finns had to be told to stop beating the Americans as it was embarrassing and demoralising for them,” a mil source said.”
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January 23, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Someone was joking the Finns only sent 2 guys to Greenland because they thought 3 was overkill..
Maybe there is some truth to that. 😂
Maybe there is some truth to that. 😂
This, sadly, feels like the appropriate ending for Sigar
January 28, 2026 at 7:26 PM
This, sadly, feels like the appropriate ending for Sigar
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Ukrainian soldiers capture the unseen reality of war on disposable cameras.
You Hand Ukrainian Soldiers Disposable Cameras. They Show You the War You Rarely See
In early 2025, Ukrainian servicemen captured their lives during the war with disposable cameras, offering an intimate glimpse into military routines.
united24media.com
January 28, 2026 at 2:49 PM
Ukrainian soldiers capture the unseen reality of war on disposable cameras.
"Although Ukraine still badly needs weapons from US stockpiles, especially for air defence, the shift to drone warfare and the rapid expansion of Ukraine’s domestic arms production, now accounting for 60 per cent of its needs, has lessened its dependency." www.ft.com/content/4e1c...
Nato without America: Europe ‘thinks the unthinkable’
After the stand-off over Greenland, European leaders are having to consider what would happen if Washington leaves the military alliance
www.ft.com
January 28, 2026 at 10:14 AM
"Although Ukraine still badly needs weapons from US stockpiles, especially for air defence, the shift to drone warfare and the rapid expansion of Ukraine’s domestic arms production, now accounting for 60 per cent of its needs, has lessened its dependency." www.ft.com/content/4e1c...
We don’t need to yassify the dead, lads
January 28, 2026 at 7:22 AM
We don’t need to yassify the dead, lads
The EU Commission approved Poland’s national plan for spending defence funds under the European Union’s SAFE programme, clearing the way for Warsaw to become the initiative’s largest beneficiary www.polskieradio.pl/395/7784/Art...
EU Commission approves Poland's SAFE defence investment plan
The European Commission on Monday approved Poland’s national plan for spending defence funds under the European Union’s SAFE programme, clearing the way for Warsaw to become the initiative’s largest b...
www.polskieradio.pl
January 27, 2026 at 11:59 AM
The EU Commission approved Poland’s national plan for spending defence funds under the European Union’s SAFE programme, clearing the way for Warsaw to become the initiative’s largest beneficiary www.polskieradio.pl/395/7784/Art...
Our visual investigation into ICE's killing of Alex Pretti: video obtained by CBS News clearly shows the gun was removed from Pretti's waist, about one second before the first shot was fired www.cbsnews.com/video/visual...
Visual investigation into Border Patrol killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis
A CBS News analysis delves into the confrontation with federal agents that led to Alex Pretti's death Saturday in Minneapolis. Nicole Sganga reports.
www.cbsnews.com
January 26, 2026 at 8:41 AM
Our visual investigation into ICE's killing of Alex Pretti: video obtained by CBS News clearly shows the gun was removed from Pretti's waist, about one second before the first shot was fired www.cbsnews.com/video/visual...
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Odds of a mining bonanza in Greenland are abysmally low
• Getting mine running in Arctic can cost 2-3 times as much as equivalent project at lower latitudes
• Island’s two big rare-earth projects have been plagued by difficulties and have yet to start operations
www.economist.com/briefing/202...
• Getting mine running in Arctic can cost 2-3 times as much as equivalent project at lower latitudes
• Island’s two big rare-earth projects have been plagued by difficulties and have yet to start operations
www.economist.com/briefing/202...
January 26, 2026 at 8:01 AM
Odds of a mining bonanza in Greenland are abysmally low
• Getting mine running in Arctic can cost 2-3 times as much as equivalent project at lower latitudes
• Island’s two big rare-earth projects have been plagued by difficulties and have yet to start operations
www.economist.com/briefing/202...
• Getting mine running in Arctic can cost 2-3 times as much as equivalent project at lower latitudes
• Island’s two big rare-earth projects have been plagued by difficulties and have yet to start operations
www.economist.com/briefing/202...
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Being a journalist is sick: I just contacted a pre-eminent jaguar conservationist in Argentine with a question that has been weighing on me for ages and he wrote back right away with an informed answer.
January 25, 2026 at 11:13 PM
Being a journalist is sick: I just contacted a pre-eminent jaguar conservationist in Argentine with a question that has been weighing on me for ages and he wrote back right away with an informed answer.
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Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara: "People have had enough. This is the third shooting in less than 3 weeks. The MPD went the entire year last year recovering about 900 guns from the street, arresting hundreds of violent offenders, and we didn't shoot anyone ... this is not sustainable."
January 25, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara: "People have had enough. This is the third shooting in less than 3 weeks. The MPD went the entire year last year recovering about 900 guns from the street, arresting hundreds of violent offenders, and we didn't shoot anyone ... this is not sustainable."