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A leaked testimony linked to an ongoing probe by Thailand’s Department of Special Investigation has drawn political attention after Prasert Jantararuangtong denied implicating Deputy Prime Minister Thammanat Prompao in a controversial cryptocurrency-for-iris-scan project.

#Thailand

Leaked Testimony in Iris-Scan Probe Sparks Scrutiny

A leaked document purported to contain testimony by Prasert Jantararuangtong to the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has intensified scrutiny of a government-linked memorandum of understanding (MOU) tied to a cryptocurrency-for-iris-scan project, with the senior politician insisting the contents do not implicate or harm Acting Deputy Prime Minister Thammanat Prompao, de facto leader of the Kla Tham Party. Prasert, secretary-general of the Pheu Thai Party and a former digital economy minister, said on Feb.

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February 19, 2026 at 7:25 AM

glykosymoritis

@glyko.bsky.social

Israel must legally sunset the ‘refugee’ myth by equating Gaza with Baghdad.
For nearly 8 decades, the international community has coddled a unique and dangerous fiction: The perpetual Palestinian Arab refugee. www.meforum.org/mef-online/i...

For nearly eight decades, the international community has coddled a unique and dangerous fiction: the perpetual Palestinian Arab refugee. While every other displaced population in post-World War II history-from the millions of Germans expelled from Eastern Europe to the Hindus and Muslims of the Partition-was integrated into new homes within a generation, the Palestinian Arab "refugee" has been transformed into a hereditary political weapon. This is not a humanitarian tragedy; it is a manufactured industry designed to facilitate the destruction of the Jewish state.
This is not a humanitarian tragedy; it is a manufactured industry designed to facilitate the destruction of the Jewish state.
The current strategy of merely documenting
UNRWA's complicity with terror-while necessary-is insufficient. We have seen the tunnels under headquarters and the textbooks that glorify martyrdom, yet the global bureaucracy remains unmoved, hiding behind the shield of "humanitarian necessity." To break this cycle, Israel must pivot from a defensive posture to a legal offensive. There is a need for a "Symmetry Mandate"-a Refugee Reciprocity Law that ties the status of the 1948 Palestinian refugees directly to the 850,000 Jewish refugees who were brutally expelled from Arab lands in the same era.

History provides the blueprint for this resolution.
Following the establishment of Israel in 1948, the Arab world reacted with a systematic campaign of ethnic cleansing against its own Jewish citizens. From the narrow alleys of Baghdad to the vibrant Jewish quarters of Cairo, centuries-old communities were uprooted. These 850,000 Jews did not languish in
"refugee camps" funded by a dedicated UN agency for 78 years. They were absorbed by the nascent State of Israel and the West. They became citizens, taxpayers, and builders. By any legal or historical metric, the
"refugee" problem on the Jewish side was solved through integration and sovereignty.
The Arab Palestinian side, however, was deliberately kept in a state of arrested development by Arab regimes and the United Nations. By allowing
"refugee" status to be passed down like an inheritance, UNRWA created a population of millions who believe their future lies not in building a society where they live, but in "returning" to a Galilee or a Tel Aviv they have never seen. This is the "Right of Return" myth-the single greatest obstacle to peace. It is the dream of 1948 that fuels the massacres of today.
The Symmetry Mandate would serve as a legal sunset for this myth. Under this doctrine, Israel should formally declare that the exchange of populations between 1948 and 1960 constitutes a finished historical chapter.

Just as there is no "Right of Return" for a Jew to reclaim a confiscated villa in Baghdad or a shop in Tripoli, there can be no "Right of Return" for the great-grandchildren of those who left Jaffa. The law should mandate that any international funding, reconstruction aid, or diplomatic recognition in the post-war era be strictly contingent on the permanent resettlement and naturalization of Palestinian Arabs in their host countries or within the designated administrative zones of the "Board of Peace."
By applying the "Symmetry" logic, Israel is simply demanding that the same standards applied to Jewish refugees from Egypt and Yemen be applied to the residents of Gaza and Jenin
Critics will argue that this violates international norms. On the contrary, it restores them. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), which handles every other refugee group on the planet, prioritizes local integration and resettlement.
UNRWA is the only agency whose mandate is to prevent integration. By applying the "Symmetry" logic, Israel is simply demanding that the same standards applied to Jewish refugees from Egypt and Yemen be applied to the residents of Gaza and Jenin.
It is an act of administrative justice that levels the historical playing field.

In the halls of the Knesset and the corridors of the U.S. Congress, this must be the new litmus test for aid. We must stop asking
"How do we reform UNRWA?" and start asking "How do we sunset it?" The answer lies in the 1948 Symmetry Act.
1. Any dollar sent to Gaza must be earmarked for permanent housing and the transition of services to local, non-Islamist municipal authorities.
2. The "refugee" camps must be bulldozed and replaced with neighborhoods.
3. The UNRWA ration cards must be replaced with identity papers from a governing body that acknowledges Israel's permanence.

February 19, 2026 at 7:24 AM

Todd Martin

@heyitstodd.bsky.social

As a citizen of the usa, prosecuting and punishing political criminals seems like a novel idea. Perhaps we should try it sometime fairly soon , say tomorrow.

February 19, 2026 at 7:24 AM

Wants To Get Funked Up

@xumtosis.bsky.social

Sorry is this getting in the way of the cartoon porn and pointless political meandering while the world is collapsing into a corporate ethno rock I'm sorry I'm just not smart enough for the internet dude my dumb ghetto ass just can't comprehend this shit right

February 19, 2026 at 7:24 AM

WarCommons

@warcommons.com

New on WarCommons: “1923 German hyperinflation political impact”. The second feature for WarCommons by Henry R. Oje. A deep dive into how 1923’s economic collapse rewired political tactics and networks that later empowered extremist parties.
#history #WW2

Hyperinflation’s Political Shock

This feature examines how the economic collapse of 1923 altered political practice in Germany, accelerating direct-action tactics, reconfiguring elite and street-level networks, and embedding monetary trauma into public culture. It is aimed at historians and informed readers seeking evidence-based connections between economic crisis and political radicalization. Background The origins of the 1923 hyperinflation are best understood as the product of cumulative fiscal choices, wartime legacies, and external pressures that combined to overwhelm monetary institutions. During the First World War the German government paid much of its military bill by borrowing and expanding the money supply rather than by raising taxes, a choice that laid the groundwork for persistent inflation after 1918.

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February 19, 2026 at 7:24 AM

Sam Ferguson

@samferguson.bsky.social

Huh. Turns out political leaders *can* be held accountable for their actions.

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Former South Korean President Yoon receives life sentence for imposing martial law

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to life in prison for his brief imposition of martial law to suppress the opposition.

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February 19, 2026 at 7:23 AM

Esther

@esther575.bsky.social

The consequences of starting a war are immense—both in human lives and resources. Iran’s nuclear program can be monitored and contained through diplomacy. The idea of waging war for political theatrics or selective outrage is not leadership; it’s dangerous recklessness.

February 19, 2026 at 7:23 AM

Buddy Stone

@buddystone.bsky.social

Vladimir Putin and Viktor Orbán have used systematic legal, economic, and political pressure to silence comedians and satirists who criticize their regimes. They criminalize "offensive" content, seize control of media outlets, and foster environments where venues are pressured to cancel dissenters.

February 19, 2026 at 7:23 AM

Esther

@esther575.bsky.social

The Epstein Files are a stark reminder that power and privilege can shield criminals from consequences. Public attention, reporting, and political accountability are crucial if justice is ever to be served for the victims.

Ricky Davila @therickydavila.bsky.social · 2h

Congressman Ted Lieu tells reporters that the Epstein Files contain horrific allegations of the orange felon raping children and threatening to kill children.

That monster should’ve been sent to prison forever, not the White House.

Keep talking about the Epstein Files.

February 19, 2026 at 7:22 AM

NetScience

@netscience.bsky.social

The political effects of X’s feed algorithm idp.nature.com/authorize?re...

The political effects of X’s feed algorithm - Nature

Among users initially on a chronological feed, 7 weeks of exposure to X’s algorithmic feed in 2023 shifted political attitudes and account-following behaviour in a more conservative direction compared...

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February 19, 2026 at 7:21 AM

Kevin Morrison

@morrisonforil.bsky.social

"[Kevin Morrison] represents a rare legislative balance that is often missing in Washington."
- Journal & Topics
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#Illinois #Congress #Democrats #IL08

In the 8th District, the conversation often begins and ends with the need for youthful energy. Kevin Morrison, the Democratic nominee, embodies this shift. However, Morrison is far from a political novice; his tenure as a Cook County commissioner has provided him with a tangible track record of governance.

While Morrison occupies the left of the spectrum on social issues, his ability to build a “big tent” is his greatest strength. It is rare for a staunch Democrat to earn the backing of Republican mayors in the Northwest suburbs, yet Morrison has done so through a consistent focus on local small businesses and constituent accessibility. He represents a rare legislative balance that is often missing in Washington.

February 19, 2026 at 7:21 AM

obscurityamidst.bsky.social

@obscurityamidst.bsky.social

No one cares what the political leanings are, if they are guilty and named in the files, hold them accountable. Oh right, our system is set up to protect the evil people so that the government and systems can continue running. Let’s gloss over and “move on” because that kind of evil gets swept under

homer simpson is driving a car and saying `` i hate them so much ! ''

ALT: homer simpson is driving a car and saying `` i hate them so much ! ''

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February 19, 2026 at 7:21 AM

Esther

@esther575.bsky.social

This isn’t just law enforcement—it’s a political message. Targeting naturalized citizens in a broad, public campaign sends a clear signal that participating in democracy could bring scrutiny or punishment. That kind of intimidation is harmful to the integrity of the vote itself.

February 19, 2026 at 7:21 AM

Cranky Aussie™

@crankyaussie.com

Not at the moment they don’t. But what Crisafulli and co appear to have forgotten is that they’re elected officials and the future of their political career is very much a numbers game.

February 19, 2026 at 7:20 AM

The Anti-MAGA

@thebreakman.bsky.social

Yup and it will never change as long as the wealthy can just buy political loyalty.

Black Lives Matter Every Single Day @fatnewsdaily.bsky.social · 2h

Exactly - the loopholes were always there and one of the reasons we're seeing this boomer tantrum is because they know they don't know how to live in a world where humans are accountable for exploiting the system for greed and violence.

February 19, 2026 at 7:20 AM

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@tanhupetteri.bsky.social

The Epstein case shows we are ruled by an immoral and corrupt economic-political elite who imagine they can do anything without consequences. Fascists rising in every country are their minions. If we want democracy to survive, we must rise up in resistance and stop them immediately. No more silence!

February 19, 2026 at 7:20 AM

liz-galahad.bsky.social

@liz-galahad.bsky.social

They are using an ancient political tactic known as "lying"

February 19, 2026 at 7:20 AM

imeanhello.bsky.social

@imeanhello.bsky.social

So South Korea and Brazil have way more moral, legal and political courage to jail their insurrectionists than the Americans, who just brushed it aside, reelected theirs, gave him total immunity and then wonder why their country is sinking into an abyss of corruption and irrelevance…

February 19, 2026 at 7:20 AM

BasedVox

@basedvox.bsky.social

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CELEBRATE: @AztecaNoticias scored 88/100

Based - factual reporting of significant political event without manipulation or bias

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February 19, 2026 at 7:20 AM

Esther

@esther575.bsky.social

Federal employees span a huge range of roles and political views — their responses at the ballot box could vary widely.

Mr. Savile Row @mrsavilerow.bsky.social · 16h

Anyone else curious how the Federal workers who were fired under this administration are going to vote this November?

February 19, 2026 at 7:19 AM

Daily American Dispatch

@americandispatch.bsky.social

GOP Absence at Wexner Deposition : The Epstein Files Investigation

The recent deposition of Les Wexner, linked to Jeffrey Epstein, highlighted a disturbing absence of Republican committee members, raising questions about political accountability. Despite public outrage, key figures like Jim Jordan…