—We need a new name for it.
—Yes Vladimir Vladimirovich
—Something less Nazi than “Wagner”.
—Good idea sir
—I have an idea: [makes marquee with hands] “Africa Corps”. What do you think?
—…Excellent idea Vladimir Vladimirovich
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An amazing scoop by BBC’s Eastern European Correspondent Sarah Rainsford.

Amidst reports Russia has been bribing voters in Moldova’s referendum on EU membership, one woman emerged from voting & asked where she goes to get paid. This is the follow-up exchange.

(📽️Sarah Rainsford/X)

I found it hard to believe but it seems 3 Republican attorneys general really are arguing in federal court that the state has a legitimate interest in compelling women (specifically teens) to have more children. There’s no reason why this principle would be limited to women who are already pregnant.

Excellent clear-headed interview on Ukraine with German military expert. Excerpt (Google translation):

I bet Putin, unlike Trump, at least knows who Rommel was

September be nice

Love myself