Centre4WestStudies
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Centre4WestStudies
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Think tank + journal focused on international security, Western values & strategic clarity. Directed by Dr Gregory Kent.
Hamas’s strategy relies on civilian deaths to pressure Israel & sway global opinion.
Dr. Kent argues this “genocide by human shield” flips the usual narrative on its head.
Read here: https://f.mtr.cool/mdbnupmdav
#Gaza #Israel #Hamas #GenocideDebate
The Hamas Genocide
Genocide by Human Shield: Hamas’ instrumental genocide strategy after 7th October
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August 24, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Conflicts in Syria, Yemen, Sudan killed far more civilians—yet only Gaza sparks constant genocide claims.
 Why the one-sided debate?
 Dr. Kent suggests Hamas’s media manipulation is key.
 Join the discussion: https://f.mtr.cool/gyqcllscrt
#Gaza #Israel #Hamas #Media
The Hamas Genocide
Genocide by Human Shield: Hamas’ instrumental genocide strategy after 7th October
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August 23, 2025 at 8:31 AM
International law requires “special intent” for genocide. Dr. Kent highlights Hamas’s systematic planning to inflict civilian death on Gazans as evidence of that intent.
 Should this reframe how NGOs & states use the term? https://f.mtr.cool/xhhvwgaxcm
#InternationalLaw #Genocide #Gaza #Israel
The Hamas Genocide
Genocide by Human Shield: Hamas’ instrumental genocide strategy after 7th October
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August 22, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Genocide is defined by intent. Hamas leaders openly say civilian deaths are “necessary” for their cause.
Dr. Kent argues this means Hamas is committing genocide against its own people.
Thoughts? https://f.mtr.cool/dmutyryrmb
#Hamas #Gaza #Genocide #InternationalLaw
The Hamas Genocide
Genocide by Human Shield: Hamas’ instrumental genocide strategy after 7th October
f.mtr.cool
August 21, 2025 at 7:02 PM
The word “genocide” is applied to Israel almost daily. But Dr. Kent argues that Hamas’s human shield tactics, aid theft, and civilian sacrifice actually fit the legal definition more closely.
Do you agree? https://f.mtr.cool/usmmycizps
#Gaza #Israel #GenocideDebate
The Hamas Genocide
Genocide by Human Shield: Hamas’ instrumental genocide strategy after 7th October
f.mtr.cool
August 19, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Some ask: “How do we win in Ukraine?”
Our response:

🇪🇺Unified EU command (ENATO)
🚀Heavy weapons & long-range missiles
🚫No-fly zones, border support
💰Monthly needs reviews

 Strategic clarity is not escalation—it’s stability.
 https://shorturl.at/qbNPy
 #Ukraine #NATOSummit #SecurityPolicy #CWS
Ukraine and European NATO: addressing the Russia problem.
At the core of Europe’s security dilemma is what Europe actually wants. What are European NATO’s (ENATO, it could be called) objectives; what do the peoples of Europe want?
shorturl.at
June 26, 2025 at 5:02 PM
In an age of shifting alliances, Europe needs a security strategy it owns.
Dr Gregory Kent argues that Britain should lead — with spending, planning, and political will.
Read the full policy brief:
Ukraine and UK at NATO: addressing the Russia problem.
The UK has a chance to 're-join' and lead Europe... on Defence strategy, will it rise to the challenge?
shorturl.at
June 26, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Ukraine isn't just defending itself.
It's defending the rules-based world Europe depends on.

If Europe fails Ukraine, what message does that send to Russia—or China?

Read & reflect → https://shorturl.at/jTENo
#UkraineWar #EuropeanSecurity #Geopolitics #NATOSummit
Basic Stuff: why Ukraine matters...
Welcome to the Centre for West Studies substack.
shorturl.at
June 26, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Europe must choose victory. Not a “draw”.
The #NATOsummit is ending today. What should be on the table at the end? Nothing less but real plan for winning the war in Ukraine. Anything less will embolden Russia & other authoritarian regimes.
Here’s what we believe must happen ⬇️
June 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Russia respects one thing: power.
 Half-measures and delay signal weakness.
 Europe has to stop hoping this ends by itself.
 We need a strategy based on winning.
 Read more on our latest policy Brief → https://shorturl.at/qbNPy
 #ENATO #Ukraine #EuropeanDefence #Geopolitics #NATOSummit
Ukraine and European NATO: addressing the Russia problem.
At the core of Europe’s security dilemma is what Europe actually wants. What are European NATO’s (ENATO, it could be called) objectives; what do the peoples of Europe want?
shorturl.at
June 25, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Can the UK help build a European wing of NATO?
 Our latest policy brief makes the case for urgent strategic coordination and a defence-led European reset.
 Full policy brief here:
Ukraine and UK at NATO: addressing the Russia problem.
The UK has a chance to 're-join' and lead Europe... on Defence strategy, will it rise to the challenge?
shorturl.at
June 24, 2025 at 9:02 AM
A “draw” in Ukraine = a win for Putin.
€15 trillion in stolen resources, 2M men sacrificed—Russia still sees it as worth it.
Europe must stop pretending indecision is neutrality.
Want peace? Equip for victory.
🔗 shorturl.at/qbNPy
#Ukraine #NATOSummit #NATO #Geopolitics
Ukraine and European NATO: addressing the Russia problem.
At the core of Europe’s security dilemma is what Europe actually wants. What are European NATO’s (ENATO, it could be called) objectives; what do the peoples of Europe want?
shorturl.at
June 24, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Imagine the US exits NATO.
Who leads Europe?
Who fills the gap?

Our answer: ENATO. A Europe-led defence identity, built for deterrence, autonomy & long-term resilience.
Agree? Disagree? Debate us.

 🔗https://shorturl.at/0tNF7
#ENATO #EuropeanSecurity #Ukraine #NATOSummit
Basic Stuff: why Ukraine matters...
Welcome to the Centre for West Studies substack.
shorturl.at
June 24, 2025 at 6:42 AM
Supporting Ukraine without clear goals leads nowhere.
Is the West trying to win? Or hoping it all goes away?

Strategy needs clarity—and courage.
Full read of our latest policy brief → https://f.mtr.cool/cemhjtpfzw
#Ukraine #ENATO #NATOSummit #Strategy
Basic Stuff: why Ukraine matters...
Welcome to the Centre for West Studies substack.
f.mtr.cool
June 23, 2025 at 5:02 PM
A new policy brief explores how the UK could rebuild its leadership in Europe by stepping up on defence.
 If Europe wants peace, it needs integration and bold leadership.
 Dr Gregory Kent lays out the case in our latest policy brief:
Ukraine and UK at NATO: addressing the Russia problem.
The UK has a chance to 're-join' and lead Europe... on Defence strategy, will it rise to the challenge?
shorturl.at
June 22, 2025 at 8:01 AM
What does victory in Ukraine even look like anymore?

Europe is giving just enough to prevent collapse—but not enough to win.
Is that strategy, or just fear of escalation?
Read our latest policy brief and tell us what you think here:
 🔗 https://shorturl.at/jTENo
#UkraineWar #NATOSummit #Geopolitics
Basic Stuff: why Ukraine matters...
Welcome to the Centre for West Studies substack.
shorturl.at
June 21, 2025 at 8:02 AM