Timor Sharan
@timorsharan.bsky.social
Author | Interested in Geopolitics | Fellow @armedgroups | Founder of AfghanistanPolicyLab | former Senior Policy Analyst @CrisisGroup
“Right Here, Right Now” at University of Oxford brought together experts to unpack the urgent ties between climate change & human rights. We heard stories of communities on the frontlines and learned why equitable, people-centered climate action is non-negotiable. #ClimateJustice #HumanRights
June 4, 2025 at 7:39 PM
“Right Here, Right Now” at University of Oxford brought together experts to unpack the urgent ties between climate change & human rights. We heard stories of communities on the frontlines and learned why equitable, people-centered climate action is non-negotiable. #ClimateJustice #HumanRights
Two attacks, two completely different headlines. Disappointing to see the @theguardian1.bsky.social —once a paper of principle and integrity—slip into this kind of double standard.
April 13, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Two attacks, two completely different headlines. Disappointing to see the @theguardian1.bsky.social —once a paper of principle and integrity—slip into this kind of double standard.
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One social media user felt the loaded word that the vice president used was indicative of, “Racism, imperialism, arrogance and ignorance.”
JD Vance Uses 1 Derogatory Word To Describe China, And People Are Disgusted
One social media user felt the loaded word that the vice president used was indicative of, “Racism, imperialism, arrogance and ignorance.”
www.huffingtonpost.co.uk
April 8, 2025 at 6:06 AM
One social media user felt the loaded word that the vice president used was indicative of, “Racism, imperialism, arrogance and ignorance.”
VP Vance tells the Europeans that the biggest threat is not Russia, it’s not China, it’s the threat within and Europe’s inability to step up to the plate - the retreat of Europe from some of its fundamental values shared with the #US #MunichSecurityCouncil
February 14, 2025 at 9:02 PM
VP Vance tells the Europeans that the biggest threat is not Russia, it’s not China, it’s the threat within and Europe’s inability to step up to the plate - the retreat of Europe from some of its fundamental values shared with the #US #MunichSecurityCouncil
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“Assad’s departure brings with it changes in the positions and behaviours of some of the region’s most powerful state and non-state actors. This will set the scene for a new Middle East,” writes Lina Khatib.
www.prospectmagazine...
www.prospectmagazine...
Assad’s fall brings a new pragmatism to the Middle East
The region realigns following the Syrian opposition’s victory
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk
December 18, 2024 at 5:38 PM
“Assad’s departure brings with it changes in the positions and behaviours of some of the region’s most powerful state and non-state actors. This will set the scene for a new Middle East,” writes Lina Khatib.
www.prospectmagazine...
www.prospectmagazine...
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“All donations that originate from abroad, no matter who is the final donor, should be banned. Only UK citizens should be allowed to donate to British political organisations. This would, by necessity mean no donations from private companies; PLCs, LTDs..”
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Fight back against fascism: how big money is threatening democracy
Fascism thrives when democracy falters. From funding Reform to vigilance, here’s how we protect our future
eastangliabylines.co.uk
December 16, 2024 at 7:13 AM
“All donations that originate from abroad, no matter who is the final donor, should be banned. Only UK citizens should be allowed to donate to British political organisations. This would, by necessity mean no donations from private companies; PLCs, LTDs..”
eastangliabylines.co.uk/politics/fig...
eastangliabylines.co.uk/politics/fig...
HTC Syrian leader “followed events in Afghanistan closely and wants it to become a downier, more tolerant equivalent of the Taliban, complete with international acquiescence to, if not recognition of, his rule.”
This brilliant work on what's going on in Syria by @hhassan.bsky.social and @michaeldweiss.bsky.social for example. Something I'd never have come across or read in the other place. newlinesmag.com/reportage/th...
The Backstory Behind the Fall of Aleppo
New Lines reports exclusively on the details leading up to the city's stunning capture
newlinesmag.com
December 7, 2024 at 9:47 PM
HTC Syrian leader “followed events in Afghanistan closely and wants it to become a downier, more tolerant equivalent of the Taliban, complete with international acquiescence to, if not recognition of, his rule.”
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Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says the public want to leave the ECHR
Let him know he’s wrong by sharing this widely
Let him know he’s wrong by sharing this widely
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says
“We need to leave the ECHR so we can deport people that come illegally & take back control of our borders & that’s what the public wants”
Share if you disagree with his populist boll**** the UK should join Russia & Belarus outside the ECHR
youtu.be/iSTN-h8NoyY
“We need to leave the ECHR so we can deport people that come illegally & take back control of our borders & that’s what the public wants”
Share if you disagree with his populist boll**** the UK should join Russia & Belarus outside the ECHR
youtu.be/iSTN-h8NoyY
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says public want to leave the ECHR - let’s put the record straight
YouTube video by Peter Stefanovic
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December 6, 2024 at 5:23 PM
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says the public want to leave the ECHR
Let him know he’s wrong by sharing this widely
Let him know he’s wrong by sharing this widely
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Amnesty International concludes that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza and calls on countries to take action — @premthakker.bsky.social reports.
Read here: zeteo.com/p/amnesty-co...
Read here: zeteo.com/p/amnesty-co...
December 5, 2024 at 4:25 PM
Amnesty International concludes that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza and calls on countries to take action — @premthakker.bsky.social reports.
Read here: zeteo.com/p/amnesty-co...
Read here: zeteo.com/p/amnesty-co...
#Taliban have made Afghanistan a living hell for women and girls.
“The main cause of mental health problems among women/girls is the Taliban’s restrictions. They have banned education, work, social activities, & even going out for women...Most of the women/girls who come to us say they feel like they’re in prison.” rukhshana.com/en/bamyans-m...
Bamyan's mental health crisis deepens with thousands seeking support for severe depression – Rukhshana Media
Data from a provincial hospital in Afghanistan shows girls and women are seeking medical support for mental health at staggeringly high levels.
rukhshana.com
December 5, 2024 at 3:33 PM
#Taliban have made Afghanistan a living hell for women and girls.
What connects Trump Administration picks
December 4, 2024 at 7:49 AM
What connects Trump Administration picks
Shocking - 24% of the #UK population is living in #poverty, a level not seen in the 21st century. The result of prolonged Tory mismanagement and the economic repercussions of #Brexit.
🚨No one expects to need a food bank - especially at Christmas - but latest shocking data has shown more than 16 MILLION PEOPLE ARE NOW LIVING IN POVERTY IN THE UK - that’s a staggering 24% of the UK population
@trusselluk.bsky.social need our urgent help👇
www.trussell.org.uk/hope
@trusselluk.bsky.social need our urgent help👇
www.trussell.org.uk/hope
December 4, 2024 at 7:46 AM
#AfghanWomen barred from midwife courses in yet another assault on their rights. The fight for justice & equality must persist. www.bbc.com/news/article...
Afghanistan: Women suspended from midwife and nurse training - BBC News
Women at training colleges across the country were told they are not allowed to return to class.
www.bbc.com
December 4, 2024 at 7:41 AM
#AfghanWomen barred from midwife courses in yet another assault on their rights. The fight for justice & equality must persist. www.bbc.com/news/article...
The West’s track record as a reliable partner is under scrutiny—just as #Afghanistan was abandoned, will #Ukraine face the same fate?
December 3, 2024 at 11:39 AM
The West’s track record as a reliable partner is under scrutiny—just as #Afghanistan was abandoned, will #Ukraine face the same fate?
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Kash Patel has openly expressed his plans to “come after” journalists he doesn’t like. He is for retribution, not justice.
This is from my book, #RoughBeast:
This is from my book, #RoughBeast:
December 1, 2024 at 2:31 AM
Kash Patel has openly expressed his plans to “come after” journalists he doesn’t like. He is for retribution, not justice.
This is from my book, #RoughBeast:
This is from my book, #RoughBeast:
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Chile, Costa Rica, Spain, France, Luxembourg and Mexico submitted a referral to the ICC in the situation of Afghanistan yesterday citing the seriousness of the situation for women and girls. ICC statement. I hope soon means actually soon: www.icc-cpi.int/news/stateme...
Statement of ICC Prosecutor Karim A.A. Khan KC on the Situation in Afghanistan: receipt of a referral from six States Parties
On 28 November 2024, my Office received a referral on the Situation in the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (Situation in Afghanistan), from the following six State Parties: Chile, Costa Rica, Spain, F...
www.icc-cpi.int
November 29, 2024 at 6:29 PM
Chile, Costa Rica, Spain, France, Luxembourg and Mexico submitted a referral to the ICC in the situation of Afghanistan yesterday citing the seriousness of the situation for women and girls. ICC statement. I hope soon means actually soon: www.icc-cpi.int/news/stateme...
Time to take a stand on this #16DaysOfActivism, let’s unite to champion the rights of Afghan women and #EndViolenceAgainstWomen in Afghanistan.
#NoExcuse #EmpowerTogether
#NoExcuse #EmpowerTogether
November 28, 2024 at 10:46 AM
Time to take a stand on this #16DaysOfActivism, let’s unite to champion the rights of Afghan women and #EndViolenceAgainstWomen in Afghanistan.
#NoExcuse #EmpowerTogether
#NoExcuse #EmpowerTogether
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"There was nothing left-wing about Harris": Mehdi Hasan slams the media for blaming the Left
@mehdirhasan.bsky.social rebuts the “obviously false” notion that Kamala Harris and the Democrats lost the Presidential Election because they ran a left-wing campaign: www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYwK...
@mehdirhasan.bsky.social rebuts the “obviously false” notion that Kamala Harris and the Democrats lost the Presidential Election because they ran a left-wing campaign: www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYwK...
'There was nothing left-wing about Harris': Mehdi Hasan slams the media for blaming the Left
YouTube video by Zeteo
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November 26, 2024 at 6:26 PM
"There was nothing left-wing about Harris": Mehdi Hasan slams the media for blaming the Left
@mehdirhasan.bsky.social rebuts the “obviously false” notion that Kamala Harris and the Democrats lost the Presidential Election because they ran a left-wing campaign: www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYwK...
@mehdirhasan.bsky.social rebuts the “obviously false” notion that Kamala Harris and the Democrats lost the Presidential Election because they ran a left-wing campaign: www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYwK...
Voices rising in Pakistan as people take to the streets, demanding justice, accountability, and their fundamental rights. A powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the #PTI in the face of serious challenges. #PakistanProtest #ImranKhan
آرمی چیف، کورکمانڈرز اور آپریشنل کمانڈرزحالات کی نزاکت اور سنگینی کااحساس کریں, پاکستان کی بقاء ، جمہوریت کی بحالی اور انصاف کے نظام کی خاطراپنی اپنی ضد اور اناؤں کے بت توڑدیں۔
#نومبر24_یوم_انقلاب
#نومبر24_یوم_انقلاب
November 26, 2024 at 6:06 PM
Voices rising in Pakistan as people take to the streets, demanding justice, accountability, and their fundamental rights. A powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the #PTI in the face of serious challenges. #PakistanProtest #ImranKhan
Voices rising in Pakistan as people take to the streets, demanding justice, accountability, and their fundamental rights. A powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the #PTI in the face of serious challenges. #PakistanProtest #ImranKhan
🚨کلثوم ہسپتال کے باہر رینجرز سیدھے فائرنگ کر رہی ہے
👈اس ویڈیو کو وائرل کرو انٹرنیشنل میڈیا تک پہنچ جائے بی بی سی نیوز
👈اس ویڈیو کو وائرل کرو انٹرنیشنل میڈیا تک پہنچ جائے بی بی سی نیوز
November 26, 2024 at 6:06 PM
Voices rising in Pakistan as people take to the streets, demanding justice, accountability, and their fundamental rights. A powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the #PTI in the face of serious challenges. #PakistanProtest #ImranKhan
Voices rising in Pakistan as people take to the streets, demanding justice, accountability, and their fundamental rights. A powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the #PTI in the face of serious challenges.
اس وقت کارکنوں کی بڑی تعداد بشری بی بی اور گنڈاپور کے کنٹینر کے ارد گرد موجود 🔥
کارکنان مسلسل جوش و جذبے کا ثبوت دیتے ہوئے ڈی چوک ڈی چوک کی آوازیں لگا رہے ہیں۔۔
کارکنان مسلسل جوش و جذبے کا ثبوت دیتے ہوئے ڈی چوک ڈی چوک کی آوازیں لگا رہے ہیں۔۔
November 26, 2024 at 6:05 PM
Voices rising in Pakistan as people take to the streets, demanding justice, accountability, and their fundamental rights. A powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the #PTI in the face of serious challenges.
Voices rising in Pakistan as people take to the streets, demanding justice, accountability, and their fundamental rights. A powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the #PTI in the face of serious challenges. #PakistanProtests #ImranKhan
November 26, 2024 at 6:04 PM
Voices rising in Pakistan as people take to the streets, demanding justice, accountability, and their fundamental rights. A powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the #PTI in the face of serious challenges. #PakistanProtests #ImranKhan
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“The economic cost of Brexit, reliably estimated at around 5% of GDP and with a total loss to government coffers by 2035 of over £300bn, is unlikely to be offset by attempting to ‘make Brexit work’ – a slogan which rather confirms that it hasn’t”
westenglandbylines.co.uk/news/brexit/...
westenglandbylines.co.uk/news/brexit/...
Brexit – an unwelcome truth
Labour’s continued silence on Brexit might just reveal an unwelcome truth; another reason, perhaps, to use the Brexit telescope?
westenglandbylines.co.uk
November 24, 2024 at 4:01 PM
“The economic cost of Brexit, reliably estimated at around 5% of GDP and with a total loss to government coffers by 2035 of over £300bn, is unlikely to be offset by attempting to ‘make Brexit work’ – a slogan which rather confirms that it hasn’t”
westenglandbylines.co.uk/news/brexit/...
westenglandbylines.co.uk/news/brexit/...