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Happy to see the publication of this volume on the legal dimension of European sovereignty, which I co-edited with Peter-Christian Müller-Graff, Jean-Philippe Rageade and Viktor Vadász, in addition to contributing a chapter of my own on EU fiscal policy. link.springer.com/book/10.1007...
Andrew Duff with an assessment of Keir Starmer’s European policy. He gets a grade of ‘could do [a lot] better’…
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Why is Starmer not a European leader?
One of the more depressing aspects of 2026 (so far) has been Keir Starmer's BBC Brexit interview (4 January). Attempting no doubt to cheer up his largely pro-European troops, the prime…
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January 7, 2026 at 7:57 PM
Andrew Duff with an assessment of Keir Starmer’s European policy. He gets a grade of ‘could do [a lot] better’…
Happy to see my chapter 'Coping with Crises in a Multilevel Constitutional Order:The Example of the European Union' appear in the latest edited work by Professor Martin Belov 'Constitutional Polycrisis and Emergency Constitutionalism', just published by Palgrave Macmillan
January 7, 2026 at 4:28 PM
Happy to see my chapter 'Coping with Crises in a Multilevel Constitutional Order:The Example of the European Union' appear in the latest edited work by Professor Martin Belov 'Constitutional Polycrisis and Emergency Constitutionalism', just published by Palgrave Macmillan
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Samuel Alito flew two flags used by insurrectionists.
Clarence Thomas' wife plotted to overturn the 2020 election.
Both justices refused to recuse themselves from SCOTUS cases related to the January 6th plot.
It's a stain on our nation that this has effectively been forgotten.
Clarence Thomas' wife plotted to overturn the 2020 election.
Both justices refused to recuse themselves from SCOTUS cases related to the January 6th plot.
It's a stain on our nation that this has effectively been forgotten.
January 6, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Samuel Alito flew two flags used by insurrectionists.
Clarence Thomas' wife plotted to overturn the 2020 election.
Both justices refused to recuse themselves from SCOTUS cases related to the January 6th plot.
It's a stain on our nation that this has effectively been forgotten.
Clarence Thomas' wife plotted to overturn the 2020 election.
Both justices refused to recuse themselves from SCOTUS cases related to the January 6th plot.
It's a stain on our nation that this has effectively been forgotten.
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Ukraine will need extensive security guarantees after the war to deter Russia from renewed aggression.
The Coalition of the Willing exists to turn plans into real protection. Leaders met in Paris today to lock in those security guarantees. (1/2)
The Coalition of the Willing exists to turn plans into real protection. Leaders met in Paris today to lock in those security guarantees. (1/2)
January 6, 2026 at 6:34 PM
Ukraine will need extensive security guarantees after the war to deter Russia from renewed aggression.
The Coalition of the Willing exists to turn plans into real protection. Leaders met in Paris today to lock in those security guarantees. (1/2)
The Coalition of the Willing exists to turn plans into real protection. Leaders met in Paris today to lock in those security guarantees. (1/2)
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This will devastate millions of families who rely on these services to survive.
Make no mistake: this has nothing to do with supposed "fraud" or any other excuse Trump whips up. This is about enacting revenge on states that stand up to him and his cruel agenda.
Make no mistake: this has nothing to do with supposed "fraud" or any other excuse Trump whips up. This is about enacting revenge on states that stand up to him and his cruel agenda.
Trump Admin Says It's Cutting Welfare Funds To Blue States Over Alleged Minnesota Fraud
The cuts to several states come amid an escalating fraud fallout fueled by a dubious YouTube investigation of Minnesota
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January 6, 2026 at 6:45 PM
This will devastate millions of families who rely on these services to survive.
Make no mistake: this has nothing to do with supposed "fraud" or any other excuse Trump whips up. This is about enacting revenge on states that stand up to him and his cruel agenda.
Make no mistake: this has nothing to do with supposed "fraud" or any other excuse Trump whips up. This is about enacting revenge on states that stand up to him and his cruel agenda.
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Today the Pentagon censured Senator Mark Kelly and moved to strip part of his earned military retirement benefits for stating the truth.
This administration is trying to convince Americans that truth is whatever it says it is—even when the evidence is plainly in front of us.
This administration is trying to convince Americans that truth is whatever it says it is—even when the evidence is plainly in front of us.
January 5, 2026 at 6:50 PM
Today the Pentagon censured Senator Mark Kelly and moved to strip part of his earned military retirement benefits for stating the truth.
This administration is trying to convince Americans that truth is whatever it says it is—even when the evidence is plainly in front of us.
This administration is trying to convince Americans that truth is whatever it says it is—even when the evidence is plainly in front of us.
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"One for all, and all for one. Otherwise, we are finished,” said Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, adding that Europe must finally believe in its own strength, and continue to arm.
Tusk’s warning comes after U.S. President Donald Trump repeated his threats to take control of Greenland.
Tusk’s warning comes after U.S. President Donald Trump repeated his threats to take control of Greenland.
January 5, 2026 at 7:24 PM
"One for all, and all for one. Otherwise, we are finished,” said Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, adding that Europe must finally believe in its own strength, and continue to arm.
Tusk’s warning comes after U.S. President Donald Trump repeated his threats to take control of Greenland.
Tusk’s warning comes after U.S. President Donald Trump repeated his threats to take control of Greenland.
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Before Trump regained office, the worst case being discussed re NATO was that he would undermine it and take Russia’s side re. Ukraine. Now, those things have happened and we’ve moved on to the likelihood he will actually attack a NATO country. Vlad must be so happy.
January 5, 2026 at 4:56 AM
Before Trump regained office, the worst case being discussed re NATO was that he would undermine it and take Russia’s side re. Ukraine. Now, those things have happened and we’ve moved on to the likelihood he will actually attack a NATO country. Vlad must be so happy.
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The theories tying voting machine companies to Venezuela and election fraud have long been debunked.
Trump Pushes Conspiracy That Venezuela Helped Biden Win After Maduro’s Capture
The theories tying voting machine companies to Venezuela and election fraud have long been debunked.
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January 5, 2026 at 5:30 PM
The theories tying voting machine companies to Venezuela and election fraud have long been debunked.
Excellent programme on RTÉ 1 just now (largely in Irish) on the remarkable career of the late Mary O’Rourke.
January 6, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Excellent programme on RTÉ 1 just now (largely in Irish) on the remarkable career of the late Mary O’Rourke.
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Zelensky: Ukraine is preparing for key meetings in Europe next week to strengthen defense and push for peace. While diplomacy remains the goal, Ukraine will be ready to defend itself if pressure on Russia falls short. “We seek peace, but we will not give up our strength to anyone.”
January 4, 2026 at 6:54 PM
Zelensky: Ukraine is preparing for key meetings in Europe next week to strengthen defense and push for peace. While diplomacy remains the goal, Ukraine will be ready to defend itself if pressure on Russia falls short. “We seek peace, but we will not give up our strength to anyone.”
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"18 December 2025 was an important day for the rule of law in Europe"
Indeed as this was also the day the ECJ issued its judgment in C-448/23, Commission v 🇵🇱 (Contrôle ultra vires de la jurisprudence de la Cour). Post co-authored with @jakubjaraczewski.bsky.social almost ready so watch this space!
Indeed as this was also the day the ECJ issued its judgment in C-448/23, Commission v 🇵🇱 (Contrôle ultra vires de la jurisprudence de la Cour). Post co-authored with @jakubjaraczewski.bsky.social almost ready so watch this space!
On 18 December 2025, the EU Court of Justice clarified that Frontex is subject to effective judicial accountability. 🇪🇺⚖️
CATHARINA ZIEBRITZKI on the W.S. et al and Hamoudi vs Frontex rulings – and how they might reshape EU liability law at Europe’s borders.
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CATHARINA ZIEBRITZKI on the W.S. et al and Hamoudi vs Frontex rulings – and how they might reshape EU liability law at Europe’s borders.
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January 5, 2026 at 5:27 PM
"18 December 2025 was an important day for the rule of law in Europe"
Indeed as this was also the day the ECJ issued its judgment in C-448/23, Commission v 🇵🇱 (Contrôle ultra vires de la jurisprudence de la Cour). Post co-authored with @jakubjaraczewski.bsky.social almost ready so watch this space!
Indeed as this was also the day the ECJ issued its judgment in C-448/23, Commission v 🇵🇱 (Contrôle ultra vires de la jurisprudence de la Cour). Post co-authored with @jakubjaraczewski.bsky.social almost ready so watch this space!
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Spain and five Latin American countries reject US attack on Venezuela in joint communiqué
Spain and five Latin American countries reject US attack on Venezuela
Spain, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Uruguay issued a joint statement rejecting 'the unilateral military operations in Venezuela' and warn against exploiting its natural resources. The signatories say the operation to oust Maduro was conducted in violation of international law.
www.euronews.com
January 4, 2026 at 8:58 PM
Spain and five Latin American countries reject US attack on Venezuela in joint communiqué
Trump’s gift to the American people: Americans brace to start New Year without healthcare
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Americans brace to start New Year without healthcare
More than 20 million Americans are preparing for steeper healthcare costs in the New Year because of expiring subsidies.
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January 2, 2026 at 11:46 PM
Trump’s gift to the American people: Americans brace to start New Year without healthcare
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The UK-supplied “Raven” air defense system, currently operated by the 223rd Anti-Aircraft Missile Regiment, has 108 confirmed kills. Now deployed in southern Ukraine.
January 2, 2026 at 7:33 PM
The UK-supplied “Raven” air defense system, currently operated by the 223rd Anti-Aircraft Missile Regiment, has 108 confirmed kills. Now deployed in southern Ukraine.
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Finland seizes ship sailing from Russia after suspected cable sabotage in Baltic Sea
Finland seizes ship sailing from Russia after suspected cable sabotage in Baltic Sea
Finnish police on Wednesday seized a ship sailing from Russia on suspicion of sabotaging an ...
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January 1, 2026 at 4:37 AM
Finland seizes ship sailing from Russia after suspected cable sabotage in Baltic Sea
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Article by me for @themoscowtimes.com. "Nothing in living memory compares with the scale and speed of the change to U.S.-Russia relations [under Trump]. His administration seems to be abandoning not just leadership of the West but membership of it, in favor of [...] alignment with the Kremlin."
#OpEd Whoever succeeds Trump will struggle to undo the damage dealt to Washington's alliances and the advantages he has granted Russia, argues Ruth Deyermond.
2025 Saw the Biggest Change in U.S.–Russia Relations Since the October Revolution - The Moscow Times
Opinion | 2025 saw the greatest and fastest change in United States-Russia relations since the 1917 Russian Revolution.
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December 31, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Article by me for @themoscowtimes.com. "Nothing in living memory compares with the scale and speed of the change to U.S.-Russia relations [under Trump]. His administration seems to be abandoning not just leadership of the West but membership of it, in favor of [...] alignment with the Kremlin."
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BREAKING: A Russian newspaper today — “America no longer sees our country as a threat… The US leader’s philosophy is closer to the values of Russia’s president, not the politicians of the Old World… he sees Europe as a liberal stronghold that must be destroyed…”
Read that again.
Read that again.
December 30, 2025 at 9:16 AM
BREAKING: A Russian newspaper today — “America no longer sees our country as a threat… The US leader’s philosophy is closer to the values of Russia’s president, not the politicians of the Old World… he sees Europe as a liberal stronghold that must be destroyed…”
Read that again.
Read that again.
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Xi Jinping vows to reunify China and Taiwan in New Year’s Eve speech
Reunification ‘is unstoppable’, says Chinese president, a day after the conclusion of intense military drills
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/d...
Reunification ‘is unstoppable’, says Chinese president, a day after the conclusion of intense military drills
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/d...
Xi Jinping vows to reunify China and Taiwan in New Year’s Eve speech
Reunification ‘is unstoppable’, says Chinese president, a day after the conclusion of intense military drills
www.theguardian.com
December 31, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Xi Jinping vows to reunify China and Taiwan in New Year’s Eve speech
Reunification ‘is unstoppable’, says Chinese president, a day after the conclusion of intense military drills
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/d...
Reunification ‘is unstoppable’, says Chinese president, a day after the conclusion of intense military drills
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/d...
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'We are not a pawn in the hands of major powers,' says German chancellor in New Year's message
'We are not a pawn in the hands of major powers,' Chancellor Merz
In the text of his New Year's address, the Chancellor describes a world in permanent crisis mode and insists on his ability to act. The speech will be broadcast on 31 December.
www.euronews.com
December 31, 2025 at 1:07 PM
'We are not a pawn in the hands of major powers,' says German chancellor in New Year's message
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Remind me about the fantastic trade deals we can crack now we have ‘sovereignty’!
December 29, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Remind me about the fantastic trade deals we can crack now we have ‘sovereignty’!
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Russian troops invading Ukraine are "main obstacle" to peace in Ukraine, says mostly everyone else
EU is ‘main obstacle’ to peace in Ukraine, says Russia’s foreign minister
Sergey Lavrov’s comments come ahead of Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s talks with Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday.
Sergey Lavrov’s comments come ahead of Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s talks with Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday.
EU is ‘main obstacle’ to peace in Ukraine, says Russia’s foreign minister
www.politico.eu
December 29, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Russian troops invading Ukraine are "main obstacle" to peace in Ukraine, says mostly everyone else
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Many will have missed this important announcement on 22 December on progress in a key aspect of the UK/EU reset: more details of the agreement that will provide for UK participation in the EU internal electricity market, a key part of ensuring the UK’s energy security. 🧵 www.gov.uk/government/p...
Outcome of the exploratory discussions on the possible participation of the United Kingdom in the European Union’s internal electricity market (HTML)
www.gov.uk
December 27, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Many will have missed this important announcement on 22 December on progress in a key aspect of the UK/EU reset: more details of the agreement that will provide for UK participation in the EU internal electricity market, a key part of ensuring the UK’s energy security. 🧵 www.gov.uk/government/p...