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Tomas Königs
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A.k.a. 康明思 | Volt 🇪🇺 | Based in Hanoi 🇻🇳
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savelife.in.ua
March 2, 2025 at 2:32 PM
I expect that - unfortunately - this will lead to a new wave of nuclear proliferation. My guess is that South Korea 🇰🇷 or Taiwan 🇹🇼 will make the 1st move. Your thoughts?
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#Geopolitics #NuclearDeterrence #GlobalSecurity #SouthKorea #Taiwan #USForeignPolicy #China #Russia #Trump
February 28, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Finally, the EU must take its foreign policy more seriously, working with its Member States to boost its effectiveness in order to grow its global standing and goodwill. 3/3

#Europe #EU #Geopolitics #ForeignPolicy #Defense #Ukraine #Russia #US #NATO #EuropeanArmy #StrategicAutonomy #GlobalPolitics
February 13, 2025 at 9:38 AM
To regain control over our destiny (including that of Ukraine), we need a European army strong enough to deter Russia—without relying on US help. We must also wield the EU’s economic power to defend freedom and democracy in Europe and beyond. 2/3
February 13, 2025 at 9:38 AM
The 2025 BRICS summit will take place in #Brasil, an ICC member state. If Putin ends up joining the summit, we'll have no one to blame but ourselves.
January 11, 2025 at 12:59 PM
International law rarely has teeth, but ICC arrest warrants clearly do. Recently, #Poland, #France, #USA (on Netanyahu), #Mongolia and #Mexico (on Putin) have been blunting these teeth. It also proves right those who accuse #Europe of hypocrisy and question our dedication to international law.
Why France offered Netanyahu guarantees over ICC arrest warrant
On Wednesday, Paris argued that 'immunities apply' to the Israeli prime minister. The French statement, which undermines the Court's authority, outraged human rights defenders.
www.lemonde.fr
January 11, 2025 at 12:59 PM
These 125 countries have a legal duty to arrest anyone wanted by the ICC. This is a thorn in the side of Putin and #Netanyahu as these travel restrictions undermine their legitimacy on the global stage. Putin must have felt embarrassed to be excluded from the #BRICS summit in #SouthAfrica in 2023.
Putin will not attend BRICS summit in South Africa, as ICC arrest warrant overshadows key talks | CNN
Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend in person the BRICS summit hosted by Johannesburg in late August, his South African counterpart confirmed on Wednesday, halting months of speculation t...
www.cnn.com
January 11, 2025 at 12:59 PM
The #ICC can prosecute individuals for #genocide, #warcrimes, crimes against humanity, and aggression (invading another country). In accordance with its global fight to end impunity, state leaders enjoy no immunity. Its mandate stems from the Rome Statute, currently ratified by 125 states (see map).
January 11, 2025 at 12:59 PM
What are your thoughts on Europe's role in ensuring its own security and stability? How can citizens contribute to strengthening unity? Let’s discuss below!
@volteuropa.org @laurensdassen.voltnederland.org @reiniervanlanschot.volteuropa.org @dboeselager.volteuropa.org
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January 8, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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January 8, 2025 at 3:36 PM
If you believe in the importance of a united Europe capable of defending its values and interests, consider supporting movements like #Volt. Together, we can make a difference.
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January 8, 2025 at 3:36 PM
This is why initiatives aimed at strengthening European unity, such as those advocated by Volt are so essential. Volt is a pan-European movement that seeks to address challenges like #security, climate change, and #inequality through collaborative solutions across borders.
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January 8, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Only by working together can we protect our security, freedom, and future from the ambitions of leaders like Trump, #Putin, and #Xi Jinping, who prioritize power over cooperation.
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January 8, 2025 at 3:36 PM