Matt
@bouldo68.bsky.social
Middle aged Aussie bloke who believes in a fair go for all. I don’t do DMs
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🚜Russian assault armored combat tractor sets off to storm the front line.
May 3, 2025 at 4:43 PM
🚜Russian assault armored combat tractor sets off to storm the front line.
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Production at this facility was temporarily shut down as they assessed the impact of tariffs going forward.
April 4, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Production at this facility was temporarily shut down as they assessed the impact of tariffs going forward.
Eliot Cohen is the voice of pragmatic realism when it comes to US strategic international posturing
"Khamenei Loses Everything
The October 7 attack on Israel has now cost Iran its regional proxy forces", writes @eliotacohen.bsky.social in @theatlantic.com www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
The October 7 attack on Israel has now cost Iran its regional proxy forces", writes @eliotacohen.bsky.social in @theatlantic.com www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
Khamenei Loses Everything
The October 7 attack on Israel has now cost Iran its regional proxy forces.
www.theatlantic.com
December 9, 2024 at 7:26 PM
Eliot Cohen is the voice of pragmatic realism when it comes to US strategic international posturing
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One of the Trump era’s most deplorable charlatans now admits that his “2000 Mules” mockumentary was utter bullshit. This was known, but history ought to take note of the thorough and complete humiliation of one of our age’s most repellent hucksters
open.substack.com/pub/charlies...
open.substack.com/pub/charlies...
Kash's Enemies List
Three fantastic stories.
open.substack.com
December 4, 2024 at 9:07 PM
One of the Trump era’s most deplorable charlatans now admits that his “2000 Mules” mockumentary was utter bullshit. This was known, but history ought to take note of the thorough and complete humiliation of one of our age’s most repellent hucksters
open.substack.com/pub/charlies...
open.substack.com/pub/charlies...
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I have updated my #Ukraine and future of war starter pack to account for some new arrivals on Bluesky. I hope it is useful. Enjoy!
go.bsky.app/pfbxoC
go.bsky.app/pfbxoC
November 28, 2024 at 8:56 PM
I have updated my #Ukraine and future of war starter pack to account for some new arrivals on Bluesky. I hope it is useful. Enjoy!
go.bsky.app/pfbxoC
go.bsky.app/pfbxoC
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The Klitschko-Rogan story makes it to POLITICO.
Wladimir Klitschko jabs Joe Rogan for spreading Russian propaganda
Legendary Ukrainian boxer wants an invite onto the top U.S. podcast to rebut pro-Kremlin narratives.
www.politico.eu
November 25, 2024 at 11:21 PM
The Klitschko-Rogan story makes it to POLITICO.
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📢 Russian Bank Collapse! Please can everyone STOP using the hashtags #RussianBankCollapse and #RunAwayRuble as it is causing huge queues at ATM machines in Russia.
Today's rate of 104 rubles to the dollar is the worst in over 2 YEARS!
So please DON'T use the hashtags, thanks.
Today's rate of 104 rubles to the dollar is the worst in over 2 YEARS!
So please DON'T use the hashtags, thanks.
November 25, 2024 at 8:17 PM
📢 Russian Bank Collapse! Please can everyone STOP using the hashtags #RussianBankCollapse and #RunAwayRuble as it is causing huge queues at ATM machines in Russia.
Today's rate of 104 rubles to the dollar is the worst in over 2 YEARS!
So please DON'T use the hashtags, thanks.
Today's rate of 104 rubles to the dollar is the worst in over 2 YEARS!
So please DON'T use the hashtags, thanks.
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My latest weekly update, including an examination of issues in #Ukraine and the Pacific, as well as my Big Five top reads of the week, is now available (and always free) at Futura Doctrina. mickryan.substack.com/p/the-big-fi...
The Big Five - 24 November edition
My regular update on conflict and confrontation in Ukraine, the Middle East and the Pacific, accompanied by recommended readings on modern war and future conflict.
mickryan.substack.com
November 24, 2024 at 7:23 PM
My latest weekly update, including an examination of issues in #Ukraine and the Pacific, as well as my Big Five top reads of the week, is now available (and always free) at Futura Doctrina. mickryan.substack.com/p/the-big-fi...
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SitRep - 23/11/24 - NATO boss Rutte visited Trump in Florida.
An overview of the daily events in Russia's invasion of Ukraine. NATO boss Rutte visited Trump to talk about global security, and Lithuania invested more in Ukraine's domestic weapons production.
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An overview of the daily events in Russia's invasion of Ukraine. NATO boss Rutte visited Trump to talk about global security, and Lithuania invested more in Ukraine's domestic weapons production.
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November 23, 2024 at 8:42 PM
SitRep - 23/11/24 - NATO boss Rutte visited Trump in Florida.
An overview of the daily events in Russia's invasion of Ukraine. NATO boss Rutte visited Trump to talk about global security, and Lithuania invested more in Ukraine's domestic weapons production.
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An overview of the daily events in Russia's invasion of Ukraine. NATO boss Rutte visited Trump to talk about global security, and Lithuania invested more in Ukraine's domestic weapons production.
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I’m proud of the fact that despite my country’s geographical separation from Ukraine, many of us take an active interest in its victory. Major General Mick Ryan is the authoritative Aussie voice in that regard. Slava Ukraini!!
www.smh.com.au/world/europe...
www.smh.com.au/world/europe...
Putin’s chilling nuclear threat has one strategic target
Vladimir Putin’s nuclear sabre-rattling is spooking many in the West, but its main purpose may be to shape the approach of the incoming US president.
www.smh.com.au
November 20, 2024 at 8:21 PM
I’m proud of the fact that despite my country’s geographical separation from Ukraine, many of us take an active interest in its victory. Major General Mick Ryan is the authoritative Aussie voice in that regard. Slava Ukraini!!
www.smh.com.au/world/europe...
www.smh.com.au/world/europe...
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That I get this observation from @sykescharlie.bsky.social just made my day
The rapey, pussy-grabbing president chose Gaetz because he wants an Attorney General in his own image.
And Gaetz will fit right into an administration where dickishness — especially toward women — is apparently a qualification.
charliesykes.substack.com/p/trumps-cab...
And Gaetz will fit right into an administration where dickishness — especially toward women — is apparently a qualification.
charliesykes.substack.com/p/trumps-cab...
Trump's Cabinet of Skeevy Bros
Plus: Where does Al Franken go to get his apology?
charliesykes.substack.com
November 20, 2024 at 5:15 PM
That I get this observation from @sykescharlie.bsky.social just made my day
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in other news, bluesky just surpassed 20 MILLION users:
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bluesky has now surpassed 20,000,000 users!
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suck it elon.
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suck it elon.
November 19, 2024 at 5:24 PM
in other news, bluesky just surpassed 20 MILLION users:
bsky.app/profile/litt...
bsky.app/profile/litt...
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Today, the war in Ukraine – or at least the time since the large-scale Russian invasion of 2022 – reaches the 1000-day mark. Besides reflecting on the tremendous sacrifices of the Ukrainian people since February 2022, the 1000-day point permits taking stock of the situation. 1/8 🇺🇦🧵
November 18, 2024 at 11:32 PM
Today, the war in Ukraine – or at least the time since the large-scale Russian invasion of 2022 – reaches the 1000-day mark. Besides reflecting on the tremendous sacrifices of the Ukrainian people since February 2022, the 1000-day point permits taking stock of the situation. 1/8 🇺🇦🧵
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November 18, 2024 at 7:09 PM
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Charlie is a constant voice of considered reason surrounded by a shit-fight of stupidity
But this is what authoritarians want. They wear us down. They thrive on despair and disillusionment. So, we need to remind ourselves what matters. And what is worth fighting for, even if everything seems futile and nothing matters.
open.substack.com/pub/charlies...
open.substack.com/pub/charlies...
This is Not the Moment to Give Up
Logging off was healthy. But it's time to re-engage.
open.substack.com
November 18, 2024 at 7:14 PM
Charlie is a constant voice of considered reason surrounded by a shit-fight of stupidity
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“No-one will stop Putin with phone calls. The attack last night, has proved that telephone diplomacy cannot replace real support from the whole West for Ukraine. The next weeks will be decisive, not only for the war itself, but also for our future,” Polish Prime Minister Tusk said.
November 17, 2024 at 5:24 PM
“No-one will stop Putin with phone calls. The attack last night, has proved that telephone diplomacy cannot replace real support from the whole West for Ukraine. The next weeks will be decisive, not only for the war itself, but also for our future,” Polish Prime Minister Tusk said.
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November 17, 2024 at 6:24 PM
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Reuters also confirms the story about Biden allowing Ukraine to use US arms to strike inside Russia, citing three sources familiar with the matter. Ukraine plans to conduct its first long-range attacks in the coming days.
www.reuters.com/world/biden-...
www.reuters.com/world/biden-...
November 17, 2024 at 6:53 PM
Reuters also confirms the story about Biden allowing Ukraine to use US arms to strike inside Russia, citing three sources familiar with the matter. Ukraine plans to conduct its first long-range attacks in the coming days.
www.reuters.com/world/biden-...
www.reuters.com/world/biden-...
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U.S. President Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied long-range ATACMS missiles for strikes inside Russia, marking a significant shift in U.S. policy, the New York Times reported on Nov. 17.
NYT: Biden authorizes Ukraine to target Russia with US long-range missiles
U.S. President Biden has authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied long-range ATACMS missiles for strikes inside Russia, marking a significant shift in U.S. policy, the New York Times reported on Nov. 1...
kyivindependent.com
November 17, 2024 at 6:56 PM
U.S. President Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied long-range ATACMS missiles for strikes inside Russia, marking a significant shift in U.S. policy, the New York Times reported on Nov. 17.
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It’s tempting to protect yourself by wallowing in Eeyorism. Scratching the itch of doom. Making a fetish of the darkness.
But that is “the ultimate capitulation in advance.”
charliesykes.substack.com/p/this-is-no...
But that is “the ultimate capitulation in advance.”
charliesykes.substack.com/p/this-is-no...
This is Not the Moment to Give Up
Logging off was healthy. But it's time to re-engage.
charliesykes.substack.com
November 17, 2024 at 4:11 PM
It’s tempting to protect yourself by wallowing in Eeyorism. Scratching the itch of doom. Making a fetish of the darkness.
But that is “the ultimate capitulation in advance.”
charliesykes.substack.com/p/this-is-no...
But that is “the ultimate capitulation in advance.”
charliesykes.substack.com/p/this-is-no...
One of the only daily accounts to track battlefront updates required. Along with the ISW, Noel Reports is one of the authoritative voices I’ve relied daily for almost three years
Russian losses per 16/11/24 reported by the Ukrainian General Staff.
+1650 men
+8 tanks
+26 AFVs
+28 artillery systems
+28 UAVs
+1650 men
+8 tanks
+26 AFVs
+28 artillery systems
+28 UAVs
November 16, 2024 at 8:53 AM
One of the only daily accounts to track battlefront updates required. Along with the ISW, Noel Reports is one of the authoritative voices I’ve relied daily for almost three years
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Hi everyone.
The Onion, with the help of the Sandy Hook families, has purchased InfoWars.
We are planning on making it a very funny, very stupid website.
We have retained the services of some Onion and Clickhole Hall of Famers to pull this off.
I can't wait to show you what we have cooked up.
The Onion, with the help of the Sandy Hook families, has purchased InfoWars.
We are planning on making it a very funny, very stupid website.
We have retained the services of some Onion and Clickhole Hall of Famers to pull this off.
I can't wait to show you what we have cooked up.
The Onion Buys Alex Jones’s Infowars Out of Bankruptcy
The satirical news site planned to turn Infowars into a parody of itself, mocking “weird internet personalities” who peddle conspiracy theories and health supplements.
www.nytimes.com
November 14, 2024 at 2:09 PM
Hi everyone.
The Onion, with the help of the Sandy Hook families, has purchased InfoWars.
We are planning on making it a very funny, very stupid website.
We have retained the services of some Onion and Clickhole Hall of Famers to pull this off.
I can't wait to show you what we have cooked up.
The Onion, with the help of the Sandy Hook families, has purchased InfoWars.
We are planning on making it a very funny, very stupid website.
We have retained the services of some Onion and Clickhole Hall of Famers to pull this off.
I can't wait to show you what we have cooked up.