Jason Palmer
@historystudent.bsky.social
WIS Veteran, collector of books currently studying for MPhil in Contemporary Military History @University of Salford. Interested in Military History and Geopolitics, Middle East, MENA, Africa. Current research area: British Defence Policy & Suez Canal Zone
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The Prime Minister should show British leadership on Ukraine by inviting President Zelenskyy to address Parliament on Monday.
I'm proud that the UK has been Ukraine's staunchest ally from the start. We mustn't falter in the face of Trump's bullying now.
I'm proud that the UK has been Ukraine's staunchest ally from the start. We mustn't falter in the face of Trump's bullying now.
March 1, 2025 at 10:30 AM
The Prime Minister should show British leadership on Ukraine by inviting President Zelenskyy to address Parliament on Monday.
I'm proud that the UK has been Ukraine's staunchest ally from the start. We mustn't falter in the face of Trump's bullying now.
I'm proud that the UK has been Ukraine's staunchest ally from the start. We mustn't falter in the face of Trump's bullying now.
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The day we lie down in the face of tyranny and greed is the day we are done as a species.
a blue and yellow flag with waves in the background
ALT: a blue and yellow flag with waves in the background
media.tenor.com
February 28, 2025 at 7:55 PM
The day we lie down in the face of tyranny and greed is the day we are done as a species.
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sometimes a picture tells a thousand words
March 1, 2025 at 5:59 PM
sometimes a picture tells a thousand words
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The challenge now is that there is no clear consensus – even among the coalition of the willing – on what contributions Europe can make to Ukraine’s security.
Europe needs to make its own plan for peace in Ukraine – and rouse its people to the threat from Russia
President Trump refuses to commit the US to defend Ukraine’s sovereignty. Europe must agree how to fill the vacuum to have a hope of influencing negotiations with Putin.
www.chathamhouse.org
February 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The challenge now is that there is no clear consensus – even among the coalition of the willing – on what contributions Europe can make to Ukraine’s security.
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“Looking back at the 1930s, we used to wonder how it seemed that everybody could see war coming but do nothing to stop it. Now we understand.”
@keirgiles.bsky.social writes for the @financialtimes.com on the dangers facing Ukraine and the continent of Europe.
@keirgiles.bsky.social writes for the @financialtimes.com on the dangers facing Ukraine and the continent of Europe.
Who will defend Europe?
Caught between an aggressive Russia and a disengaging America, the continent’s western democracies must now rearm — or pay the price
www.ft.com
February 16, 2025 at 10:45 AM
“Looking back at the 1930s, we used to wonder how it seemed that everybody could see war coming but do nothing to stop it. Now we understand.”
@keirgiles.bsky.social writes for the @financialtimes.com on the dangers facing Ukraine and the continent of Europe.
@keirgiles.bsky.social writes for the @financialtimes.com on the dangers facing Ukraine and the continent of Europe.
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An Taoiseach's speech in Cork - clearly, albeit indirectly, pushing back against President Higgins' recent criticism of European defence.
"In defending themselves they are not being warlike, and Ireland must and will support Europe in helping them protect the basic values of freedom and democracy."
"In defending themselves they are not being warlike, and Ireland must and will support Europe in helping them protect the basic values of freedom and democracy."
February 12, 2025 at 4:21 PM
An Taoiseach's speech in Cork - clearly, albeit indirectly, pushing back against President Higgins' recent criticism of European defence.
"In defending themselves they are not being warlike, and Ireland must and will support Europe in helping them protect the basic values of freedom and democracy."
"In defending themselves they are not being warlike, and Ireland must and will support Europe in helping them protect the basic values of freedom and democracy."
A more realistic proposition based on Today’s NATO announcement! We should think more comprehensively about European collective defence and include Canada within that discussion! Inward investment in Defence industrial capacity and self reliance will support stronger defence overall!
The UK Government has reiterated its ambition to secure a comprehensive UK-EU defence and security agreement, according to a parliamentary response provided by Luke Pollard, Parliamentary Under-Secretary at the Ministry of Defence.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/?p=56703
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/?p=56703
UK seeks stronger defence cooperation with the EU
The UK Government has reiterated its ambition to secure a comprehensive UK-EU defence and security agreement, according to a parliamentary response provided by Luke Pollard, Parliamentary Under-Secretary at the Ministry of Defence. His statement came in response to a question raised by Manuela Perteghella, Liberal Democrat MP for Stratford-on-Avon, regarding the government’s plans to enhance
ukdefencejournal.org.uk
February 12, 2025 at 4:22 PM
A more realistic proposition based on Today’s NATO announcement! We should think more comprehensively about European collective defence and include Canada within that discussion! Inward investment in Defence industrial capacity and self reliance will support stronger defence overall!
I think we all know where this is going!
February 12, 2025 at 4:16 PM
I think we all know where this is going!
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What does it mean to no longer be “primary guarantor”? Does it mean US doesn’t think SACEUR should be an American? Does it mean American footprint in Europe will shrink? Or just another way of restating desire for bigger & stronger Euro “pillar”
within NATO?
within NATO?
February 12, 2025 at 2:34 PM
What does it mean to no longer be “primary guarantor”? Does it mean US doesn’t think SACEUR should be an American? Does it mean American footprint in Europe will shrink? Or just another way of restating desire for bigger & stronger Euro “pillar”
within NATO?
within NATO?
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This is excellent by the Centre for European Reform on prospects for an EU Defence Union - asking all the right questions, will the EU have the answers? @ianbond.bsky.social
www.cer.eu/publications...
www.cer.eu/publications...
Towards an EU 'defence union'?
The EU can play a substantial role in strengthening Europe's defences, in synergy with NATO and national efforts, if it adopts a pragmatic approach, sharply focused on military needs.
www.cer.eu
February 12, 2025 at 4:09 PM
This is excellent by the Centre for European Reform on prospects for an EU Defence Union - asking all the right questions, will the EU have the answers? @ianbond.bsky.social
www.cer.eu/publications...
www.cer.eu/publications...
Today finally confirmed what many feared! Europe and for that matter democratic nations around the world can no longer rely on the US as a partner for defence! Whilst 5% GDP appears steep! Weening ourselves of our dependence and inward investment will make our economy and nation stronger.
'“The [UK defence] chiefs want a budget of 2.65 per cent of GDP but the Treasury is adamant that they should work to 2.3 per cent.” A second official confirmed the gap between the two sides, which amounts to about £10bn a year.' www.ft.com/content/fc9d...
Starmer summons UK defence chiefs in tussle over spending
Trump is pushing European governments to commit much higher funding to armed forces
www.ft.com
February 12, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Today finally confirmed what many feared! Europe and for that matter democratic nations around the world can no longer rely on the US as a partner for defence! Whilst 5% GDP appears steep! Weening ourselves of our dependence and inward investment will make our economy and nation stronger.
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Ukraine’s robotic revolution is reshaping modern warfare and the future of combat, writes Henry Jackson Society Associate Research Fellow David Kirichenko in his op-ed.
Ukraine’s robotic army is bringing the fight to Russia
Ukraine has become a war lab for the future since the onset of Russia’s full-scale invasion. Driven by necessity, it has had no choice but to rely on rapid innovations to fight back. As a result, Ukra...
kyivindependent.com
February 8, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Ukraine’s robotic revolution is reshaping modern warfare and the future of combat, writes Henry Jackson Society Associate Research Fellow David Kirichenko in his op-ed.
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Successful candidates will start on a salary of over £40,000, with additional skills-based pay as they develop more expertise.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/?p=56526
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/?p=56526
Armed Forces to offer fast-track cyber recruitment
Successful candidates will start on a salary of over £40,000, with additional skills-based pay as they develop more expertise.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk
February 8, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Successful candidates will start on a salary of over £40,000, with additional skills-based pay as they develop more expertise.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/?p=56526
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/?p=56526
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‘Enough is enough’: Trump tariffs inspire economic patriotism in Canada
https://www.ft.com/content/3f8985c4-fbad-42f4-b91b-2ddb12c6c54d
https://www.ft.com/content/3f8985c4-fbad-42f4-b91b-2ddb12c6c54d
‘Enough is enough’: Trump tariffs inspire economic patriotism in Canada
US president’s aggressive actions have kick-started a ‘Buy Canadian’ campaign across the border
www.ft.com
February 2, 2025 at 8:44 PM
‘Enough is enough’: Trump tariffs inspire economic patriotism in Canada
https://www.ft.com/content/3f8985c4-fbad-42f4-b91b-2ddb12c6c54d
https://www.ft.com/content/3f8985c4-fbad-42f4-b91b-2ddb12c6c54d
Has the era of free trade come to an abrupt end! Or is this just a minor bump in an evermore globalised world economy? What will history make of this period and what comparisons will be drawn?
February 2, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Has the era of free trade come to an abrupt end! Or is this just a minor bump in an evermore globalised world economy? What will history make of this period and what comparisons will be drawn?
Proof that controlling consumer prices is an impossible task when faced by the outbreak of a pathogen that doesn’t respect borders or political affiliation! No matter what people were told during an election prices won’t change until the virus is under control! And bird populations have recovered!
The chief reason for the price spike, economists and market analysts have said, is the highly-infectious bird flu that has cut through the chicken population and reduced egg supplies, along with strong consumer demand for eggs.
nbcnews.to/4aMords
nbcnews.to/4aMords
February 2, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Proof that controlling consumer prices is an impossible task when faced by the outbreak of a pathogen that doesn’t respect borders or political affiliation! No matter what people were told during an election prices won’t change until the virus is under control! And bird populations have recovered!
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Go ahead and escape in a book.
January 22, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Go ahead and escape in a book.
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Take a look for details of our online talks, courses, conference and spring getaway. There is also information on how to join this vibrant community of history nerds!
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January 15, 2025 at 10:43 AM
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Our new website is now LIVE!!!
Take a look for details of our online talks, courses, conference and spring getaway. There is also information on how to join this vibrant community of history nerds!
greatwargroup.com
Our new website is now LIVE!!!
Take a look for details of our online talks, courses, conference and spring getaway. There is also information on how to join this vibrant community of history nerds!
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Job ferry: The Combating Terrorism Center (@CTCWP) is hiring for several positions (Instructor / Assistant Professor / Associate Professor) to join their team. Applications open until February 3. www.usajobs.gov/job/825758500
Instructor / Assistant Professor / Associate Professor
<b>About the Position:</b> The U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY is an academic institution located in the Hudson River Valley, 50 miles from New York City. The historic site is the oldest continu...
www.usajobs.gov
January 13, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Job ferry: The Combating Terrorism Center (@CTCWP) is hiring for several positions (Instructor / Assistant Professor / Associate Professor) to join their team. Applications open until February 3. www.usajobs.gov/job/825758500
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'A lazy consensus seems to have emerged in the West, based more on hope than serious analysis, that Putin will agree to stop his further incursions into Ukraine' writes Tim Willasey-Wilsey in the latest RUSI Commentary.
Will 2025 be a Repeat of 1938 for Europe?
It is tempting to compare the two years. Any deal that Trump negotiates with Putin may have similar features to Munich: land for temporary peace. The West has already weakened its negotiating position...
rusi.org
January 6, 2025 at 11:59 AM
'A lazy consensus seems to have emerged in the West, based more on hope than serious analysis, that Putin will agree to stop his further incursions into Ukraine' writes Tim Willasey-Wilsey in the latest RUSI Commentary.
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"The Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) has activated an advanced UK-led reaction system to track potential threats to undersea infrastructure and monitor the Russian shadow fleet, following reported damage to a major undersea cable in the Baltic Sea." www.gov.uk/government/n...
Joint Expeditionary Force activates UK-led reaction system to track threats to undersea infrastructure and monitor Russian shadow fleet
Joint Expeditionary Force partners and NATO will be alerted by the system of any ships deemed a risk to key areas of interest
www.gov.uk
January 6, 2025 at 7:48 PM
"The Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) has activated an advanced UK-led reaction system to track potential threats to undersea infrastructure and monitor the Russian shadow fleet, following reported damage to a major undersea cable in the Baltic Sea." www.gov.uk/government/n...
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Not the western Front Conference 2025 - advance warning the conference will take place on Saturday 25th October in Wakefield west Yorkshire just of the M1. Tickets will be available in January but you can see most of the line up now at goslingpress.co.uk/not-the-west... @gallipoliassoc.bsky.social
December 15, 2024 at 9:44 AM
Not the western Front Conference 2025 - advance warning the conference will take place on Saturday 25th October in Wakefield west Yorkshire just of the M1. Tickets will be available in January but you can see most of the line up now at goslingpress.co.uk/not-the-west... @gallipoliassoc.bsky.social
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More than a century ago, the United States backed a coup that destroyed Hawai‘i’s sovereign government. What does America owe the Islands now? @adriennelaf.bsky.social reports on the Hawaiians pushing for self-determination: theatln.tc/mMdVYy2u
December 14, 2024 at 9:33 PM
More than a century ago, the United States backed a coup that destroyed Hawai‘i’s sovereign government. What does America owe the Islands now? @adriennelaf.bsky.social reports on the Hawaiians pushing for self-determination: theatln.tc/mMdVYy2u