Georgios Kostakos
@gkostakos.bsky.social
Trying to spin the world the other way, with good company at FOGGS.org and partners, ultimately the UN __ also acting locally through sparta.komvos, Greece, EU __ loving poetry, music, theatre, movies, science & science fiction, languages & cultures
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World leaders, stop blaming the UN. The UN is you!
Start doing your jobs!
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#UnitedNations #UNGA
Start doing your jobs!
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#UnitedNations #UNGA
UN General Assembly High-level Week: Can it become a high-impact week? - Katoikos
As customary, the General Assembly of the United Nations (UNGA) is opening its new regular session in the second half of September. World leaders are converging on New York for their High-level Week’s...
katoikos.world
September 22, 2025 at 11:17 AM
World leaders, stop blaming the UN. The UN is you!
Start doing your jobs!
katoikos.world/editorials-o...
#UnitedNations #UNGA
Start doing your jobs!
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#UnitedNations #UNGA
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Through the #NagasakiAppeal, mayors across the globe reaffirm the urgent need for #NuclearDisarmament.
City-level leadership is key to advancing #GlobalGovernance and securing a safe future.
Time to move from declarations to action.
#MayorsForPeace #CitiesLead #Peace
City-level leadership is key to advancing #GlobalGovernance and securing a safe future.
Time to move from declarations to action.
#MayorsForPeace #CitiesLead #Peace
Mayors from across the world concluded a general conference in Nagasaki by adopting a declaration expressing their resolve to abolish nuclear weapons.
Mayors for Peace adopt the 'Nagasaki Appeal'
At the Nagasaki peace conference, joined by representatives from 138 cities in 16 countries, discussions were held on activities to be carried out until the next general meeting.
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August 12, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Through the #NagasakiAppeal, mayors across the globe reaffirm the urgent need for #NuclearDisarmament.
City-level leadership is key to advancing #GlobalGovernance and securing a safe future.
Time to move from declarations to action.
#MayorsForPeace #CitiesLead #Peace
City-level leadership is key to advancing #GlobalGovernance and securing a safe future.
Time to move from declarations to action.
#MayorsForPeace #CitiesLead #Peace
This devastating chronicle of how 6 ordinary people lived through the atrocity of the atomic bomb should remind us why the world pledged ‘to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war.’ #Hiroshima80 www.newyorker.com/magazine/194...
Hiroshima
A hundred thousand people were killed by the atomic bomb. Survivors wonder why they lived when so many others died.
www.newyorker.com
August 9, 2025 at 1:26 PM
My look at the EU’s latest concessions to the US, its faltering global stance, and the growing gap between declared values and real influence: www.tovima.com/opinions/pro...
Proud of the EU? - tovima.com
A look at the EU’s latest concessions to the US, its faltering global stance, and the growing gap between declared values and real influence
www.tovima.com
July 30, 2025 at 7:29 AM
My look at the EU’s latest concessions to the US, its faltering global stance, and the growing gap between declared values and real influence: www.tovima.com/opinions/pro...
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We condemn the drip feeding of aid and the inhumane killing of civilians, including children, seeking to meet their most basic needs of water and food. It is horrifying that over 800 Palestinians have been killed while seeking aid.
www.gov.uk/government/n...
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Occupied Palestinian Territories: joint statement, 21 July 2025
The UK and 30 international partners gave a joint statement on the Occupied Palestinian Territories.
www.gov.uk
July 26, 2025 at 1:08 PM
We condemn the drip feeding of aid and the inhumane killing of civilians, including children, seeking to meet their most basic needs of water and food. It is horrifying that over 800 Palestinians have been killed while seeking aid.
www.gov.uk/government/n...
www.gov.uk/government/n...
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✍️ "As China and the European Union edge closer to a pricing mechanism for EV exports, the question is no longer whether competition exists but how to shape it responsibly."
🔗 Read the latest analysis by Tianlu Zhu: katoikos.world/analysis/tar...
🔗 Read the latest analysis by Tianlu Zhu: katoikos.world/analysis/tar...
July 24, 2025 at 8:34 AM
✍️ "As China and the European Union edge closer to a pricing mechanism for EV exports, the question is no longer whether competition exists but how to shape it responsibly."
🔗 Read the latest analysis by Tianlu Zhu: katoikos.world/analysis/tar...
🔗 Read the latest analysis by Tianlu Zhu: katoikos.world/analysis/tar...
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‼️ The International Court of Justice #ICJ confirms legal responsibility of states to protect the environment from climate change-causing greenhouse gas emissions and that they can be held accountable for that, including reparation payments.
news.un.org/en/story/202...
news.un.org/en/story/202...
World Court says countries are legally obligated to curb emissions, protect climate
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, Netherlands, issued its advisory opinion on the obligations of States in respect of climate change, read out by the President of the Court, Judge...
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July 24, 2025 at 1:31 PM
‼️ The International Court of Justice #ICJ confirms legal responsibility of states to protect the environment from climate change-causing greenhouse gas emissions and that they can be held accountable for that, including reparation payments.
news.un.org/en/story/202...
news.un.org/en/story/202...
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📲In yet another move towards authoritarianism, the US is screening its prospective students' social media profiles to spot signs of political dissidence.
🚨This alarming decision spells trouble for freedom of speech in the USA.
🔗Read more: katoikos.world/analysis/in-...
🚨This alarming decision spells trouble for freedom of speech in the USA.
🔗Read more: katoikos.world/analysis/in-...
July 11, 2025 at 2:45 PM
📲In yet another move towards authoritarianism, the US is screening its prospective students' social media profiles to spot signs of political dissidence.
🚨This alarming decision spells trouble for freedom of speech in the USA.
🔗Read more: katoikos.world/analysis/in-...
🚨This alarming decision spells trouble for freedom of speech in the USA.
🔗Read more: katoikos.world/analysis/in-...
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✍️ "The G7’s current economic approach doesn’t rebuild confidence in globalization. For common purpose not to be fully lost, with unforeseen consequences, the UN needs to remain relevant, and for that it has to rebrand itself proactively."
Full article: katoikos.world/analysis/fra...
Full article: katoikos.world/analysis/fra...
July 15, 2025 at 11:17 AM
✍️ "The G7’s current economic approach doesn’t rebuild confidence in globalization. For common purpose not to be fully lost, with unforeseen consequences, the UN needs to remain relevant, and for that it has to rebrand itself proactively."
Full article: katoikos.world/analysis/fra...
Full article: katoikos.world/analysis/fra...
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#UN faces a deepening funding crisis. Peacekeeping, UNICEF, WFP & WHO are at risk as the US slashes support & 40+ countries fall behind on dues. With global powers ignoring the rules, we edge closer to a breakdown of multilateralism & generalised conflict
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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The UN is our best defence against a third world war. As Trump wields the axe, who will fight to save it? | Simon Tisdall
If the US cuts off the cash it will have world-changing effects, but it’s not the only country falling short in its obligations
www.theguardian.com
July 7, 2025 at 2:01 PM
#UN faces a deepening funding crisis. Peacekeeping, UNICEF, WFP & WHO are at risk as the US slashes support & 40+ countries fall behind on dues. With global powers ignoring the rules, we edge closer to a breakdown of multilateralism & generalised conflict
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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Brute force and vengeance do not bring peace, rather alienate more of the oppressed/attacked people turning them to extremes. When will both and all sides realize that?
www.passblue.com/2025/06/30/i...
www.passblue.com/2025/06/30/i...
In Gaza, Hamas Regenerates Itself Despite Israel's Relentless Killings
In Gaza, Hamas Regenerates Itself Despite Israel's Relentless Killings - PassBlue
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July 3, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Brute force and vengeance do not bring peace, rather alienate more of the oppressed/attacked people turning them to extremes. When will both and all sides realize that?
www.passblue.com/2025/06/30/i...
www.passblue.com/2025/06/30/i...
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World leaders - stand together against this war and all wars.
Diplomacy is hard, dialogue with your adversaries is hard, peace making is hard.
But that’s why you were elected — to do the hard thing. The right thing.
Do your duty!
Diplomacy is hard, dialogue with your adversaries is hard, peace making is hard.
But that’s why you were elected — to do the hard thing. The right thing.
Do your duty!
June 22, 2025 at 11:54 AM
World leaders - stand together against this war and all wars.
Diplomacy is hard, dialogue with your adversaries is hard, peace making is hard.
But that’s why you were elected — to do the hard thing. The right thing.
Do your duty!
Diplomacy is hard, dialogue with your adversaries is hard, peace making is hard.
But that’s why you were elected — to do the hard thing. The right thing.
Do your duty!
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In a world driven by aggression and division, sometimes the bravest move is to take a step back.
A reflection from our editorial team on the urgency of choosing peace over conflict.
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A reflection from our editorial team on the urgency of choosing peace over conflict.
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Step back now! - Katoikos
It is most worrisome to witness a further step towards the abyss being taken in the Middle East. The rogue regime of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahou continues to play God and to strike on enemies re...
katoikos.world
June 13, 2025 at 10:48 AM
In a world driven by aggression and division, sometimes the bravest move is to take a step back.
A reflection from our editorial team on the urgency of choosing peace over conflict.
katoikos.world/editorials-o...
A reflection from our editorial team on the urgency of choosing peace over conflict.
katoikos.world/editorials-o...
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Can "middle powers" act as agents for the common good, restoring equilibrium and reinvigorating the United Nations?
FOGGS is proud for its involvement in this report, that explores these timely subjects in depth.
www.inclusivesociety.org.za/post/the-rol...
FOGGS is proud for its involvement in this report, that explores these timely subjects in depth.
www.inclusivesociety.org.za/post/the-rol...
The role of Middle Powers in (re)balancing the Global Governance System and reviving Multilateralism and the UN
Copyright © 2025 Inclusive Society InstitutePO Box 12609Mill StreetCape Town, 8010South Africa 235-515 NPO All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproducedor transmitted in any form ...
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June 5, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Can "middle powers" act as agents for the common good, restoring equilibrium and reinvigorating the United Nations?
FOGGS is proud for its involvement in this report, that explores these timely subjects in depth.
www.inclusivesociety.org.za/post/the-rol...
FOGGS is proud for its involvement in this report, that explores these timely subjects in depth.
www.inclusivesociety.org.za/post/the-rol...
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Other than fighting, militaries can and do play a positive role in addressing civilian emergencies.
FOGGS is proud to be associated with Project CASA, whose report "Resilience, Readiness, and Response" just came out. A must read!
www.project-casa.org/climate-and-...
FOGGS is proud to be associated with Project CASA, whose report "Resilience, Readiness, and Response" just came out. A must read!
www.project-casa.org/climate-and-...
Project CASA Report explores the growing demand for military involvement in climate emergencies worldwide - Project CASA
30 May 2025 – This report explores the growing demand for military involvement in climate emergencies worldwide. It provides an in-depth analysis of national frameworks, operational strategies, and i...
www.project-casa.org
June 3, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Other than fighting, militaries can and do play a positive role in addressing civilian emergencies.
FOGGS is proud to be associated with Project CASA, whose report "Resilience, Readiness, and Response" just came out. A must read!
www.project-casa.org/climate-and-...
FOGGS is proud to be associated with Project CASA, whose report "Resilience, Readiness, and Response" just came out. A must read!
www.project-casa.org/climate-and-...
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⚔️ Global military spending is rising at an alarming rate. This is, to say the least, not a very promising outlook for our common future.
The world must - and can - do better. Spend less on arms, and more to promote social progress and better standards of life!
#SupportTheUN #morelovelessstuff
The world must - and can - do better. Spend less on arms, and more to promote social progress and better standards of life!
#SupportTheUN #morelovelessstuff
May 26, 2025 at 6:12 PM
⚔️ Global military spending is rising at an alarming rate. This is, to say the least, not a very promising outlook for our common future.
The world must - and can - do better. Spend less on arms, and more to promote social progress and better standards of life!
#SupportTheUN #morelovelessstuff
The world must - and can - do better. Spend less on arms, and more to promote social progress and better standards of life!
#SupportTheUN #morelovelessstuff
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📊 An excellent analysis of the current state of the Russo-Ukrainian war by prof. Richard Sakwa in this exceptional #webinar. Not to miss!
#RussiavsUkraine #analysis #politics
#RussiavsUkraine #analysis #politics
The Russo-Ukrainian War, Diplomacy, and the Peace Movement – Campaign for Peace, Disarmament and Common Security
cpdcs.org
May 26, 2025 at 5:50 PM
📊 An excellent analysis of the current state of the Russo-Ukrainian war by prof. Richard Sakwa in this exceptional #webinar. Not to miss!
#RussiavsUkraine #analysis #politics
#RussiavsUkraine #analysis #politics
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We wholeheartedly support the Elders Foundation's call on political leaders to end their inaction in the face of atrocities committed against the Palestinian people.
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The Elders call for collective action by governments to end Palestinian suffering in Gaza
.@TheElders call on political leaders to end their inaction in the face of atrocities committed against the Palestinian people.
theelders.org
May 22, 2025 at 9:50 PM
We wholeheartedly support the Elders Foundation's call on political leaders to end their inaction in the face of atrocities committed against the Palestinian people.
theelders.org/news/elders-...
theelders.org/news/elders-...
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#Gaza is more than a place. It is a moral mirror. And what we see in it today should haunt us. We cannot stay silent. We cannot look away.
Full article: katoikos.world/dialogue/gaz....
#article #opinion #gazagenocide #israel #humanrights #blockade #aid #humanitarian #starvation
Full article: katoikos.world/dialogue/gaz....
#article #opinion #gazagenocide #israel #humanrights #blockade #aid #humanitarian #starvation
May 22, 2025 at 3:25 PM
#Gaza is more than a place. It is a moral mirror. And what we see in it today should haunt us. We cannot stay silent. We cannot look away.
Full article: katoikos.world/dialogue/gaz....
#article #opinion #gazagenocide #israel #humanrights #blockade #aid #humanitarian #starvation
Full article: katoikos.world/dialogue/gaz....
#article #opinion #gazagenocide #israel #humanrights #blockade #aid #humanitarian #starvation
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Allowing these atrocities to continue day in and day out degrades and lessens humanity as a whole.
It is way past time for all of us to say STOP.
#ArmsEmbargo against Israel NOW.
bbc.com/news/article...
It is way past time for all of us to say STOP.
#ArmsEmbargo against Israel NOW.
bbc.com/news/article...
BBC cameraman haunted by Gaza's malnourished children injured in Israeli strike
Israel says it targeted top Hamas militants hiding among civilians at the Khan Younis hospital.
bbc.com
May 14, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Allowing these atrocities to continue day in and day out degrades and lessens humanity as a whole.
It is way past time for all of us to say STOP.
#ArmsEmbargo against Israel NOW.
bbc.com/news/article...
It is way past time for all of us to say STOP.
#ArmsEmbargo against Israel NOW.
bbc.com/news/article...
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Thank you, #PepeMujica, for your life-long struggle for a more just, equal and tolerant world—one that cherishes life in all forms. Your humility and simple way of living inspire us to continue that fight!
May 14, 2025 at 7:28 AM
Thank you, #PepeMujica, for your life-long struggle for a more just, equal and tolerant world—one that cherishes life in all forms. Your humility and simple way of living inspire us to continue that fight!
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World leaders must move beyond statements.
In the face of ethnic cleansing, collective punishment & starvation in #Gaza, action is overdue: recall ambassadors, impose sanctions, recognize Palestine, pass a GA resolution.
Silence = complicity.
UN experts: “Annihilation” is underway.
In the face of ethnic cleansing, collective punishment & starvation in #Gaza, action is overdue: recall ambassadors, impose sanctions, recognize Palestine, pass a GA resolution.
Silence = complicity.
UN experts: “Annihilation” is underway.
Gaza: UN experts warn of 'annihilation' by Israeli strikes – DW – 05/07/2025
A group of more than 20 United Nations experts said world leaders faced a decision "to remain passive and witness the slaughter of innocents or take part in crafting a just resolution" to the crisis i...
www.dw.com
May 8, 2025 at 11:44 AM
World leaders must move beyond statements.
In the face of ethnic cleansing, collective punishment & starvation in #Gaza, action is overdue: recall ambassadors, impose sanctions, recognize Palestine, pass a GA resolution.
Silence = complicity.
UN experts: “Annihilation” is underway.
In the face of ethnic cleansing, collective punishment & starvation in #Gaza, action is overdue: recall ambassadors, impose sanctions, recognize Palestine, pass a GA resolution.
Silence = complicity.
UN experts: “Annihilation” is underway.
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A most appropriate reassignment.
Giving life from death, instead of the opposite that seems to have got hold of the region.
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Giving life from death, instead of the opposite that seems to have got hold of the region.
bbc.in/3GEU6Cw
Popemobile to become health clinic for Gaza children
One of the famous vehicles is being refitted as a frontline clinic on wheels, following a request by the late pontiff.
bbc.in
May 5, 2025 at 5:22 PM
A most appropriate reassignment.
Giving life from death, instead of the opposite that seems to have got hold of the region.
bbc.in/3GEU6Cw
Giving life from death, instead of the opposite that seems to have got hold of the region.
bbc.in/3GEU6Cw
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Keep your eyes on the prize — more just and representative decision-making, more effective and timely conflict resolution — NOT who gets to be a permanent member of the Security Council!
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sc.mp/d9o8a
Meeting in Brazil, Brics foreign ministers fail to issue joint statement
Objections to expansion of UN Security Council by new, African members overshadowed consensus on ‘protectionist’ trade measures.
sc.mp
May 2, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Keep your eyes on the prize — more just and representative decision-making, more effective and timely conflict resolution — NOT who gets to be a permanent member of the Security Council!
sc.mp/d9o8a
sc.mp/d9o8a