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Die USA greifen nach Grönland, Großbritannien entsendet einen Flugzeugträger in den Nordatlantik und China erweitert seine Eisbrecherflotte. Wird die Arktis zum nächsten Schauplatz im Kampf der Großmächte um Einfluss und Rohstoffe? Die Arktis ist eine der Regionen, die am stärksten vom Klimawandel betroffen sind. Doch statt auf Kooperation und Umweltpolitik zu setzen, treiben die Anrainerstaaten die Militarisierung der Region weiter voran. Auch die Europäische Union und Deutschland mischen kräftig mit. In der Arktis-Strategie von 2022 wird die Region als „in Bezug auf den Klimawandel, Rohstoffe und geostrategische Fragen für die Europäische Union von großer strategischer Bedeutung“ eingestuft. Die Bundesregierung unterstützt den Ausbau der militärischen Präsenz der NATO durch die Bundeswehr aktiv. Welche Folgen hat die Militarisierung der Arktis? Welche Interessen verfolgt die USA in Grönland? Und wie reagieren Russland und China auf diese Entwicklungen? In dieser Folge spricht Felix Jaitner mit Ebbe Volquardsen über die Geopolitisierung der Arktis. Ebbe Volquardsen ist Skandinavist, Politik- und Kulturwissenschaftler und arbeitet als Professor für Kulturgeschichte in Nuuk (Grönland). Schreibt uns an: weltunordnung@rosalux.org

Day 1,462.Today, as Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine enters its fifth year, we report live from Kyiv the morning after world leaders gathered in the Ukrainian capital to reaffirm their support for President Zelensky. With a new round of Ukraine-Russia-US peace talks scheduled in Geneva and fresh Russian aerial attacks across the country, we ask whether there is any tangible movement – aside from continued Ukrainian advances in the south. We also examine reports that Russia is sending migrants into Europe through covert routes as part of a hybrid strategy, and consider why Kyiv has not been targeted in the air war for several consecutive days. Plus, memories from our correspondents of being in Ukraine when the invasion began, and outrunning the expected Russian blitzkrieg.ContributorsFrancis Dearnley (Host on Ukraine: The Latest). @FrancisDearnley on X.Adélie Pojzman-Pontay (Journalist and Producer). @adeliepjz on X.Venetia Rainey (Co-host Battle Lines podcast). @venetiarainey on X.Roland Oliphant (Co-host Battle Lines podcast). @RolandOliphant on X.James Rothwell (Berlin Correspondent). @JamesERothwell on X.NOW AVAILABLE IN VIDEO WITH MAPS & BATTLEFIELD FOOTAGE:Every episode is now available on our YouTube channel shortly after the release of the audio version. You will find it here: https://youtu.be/1fIYPjtdNa8?si=B7tHxw3CxQGAy3OG CONTENT REFERENCED:Four years ago, I outran what I thought was a blitzkrieg. The Russian army has still not caught up (Roland Oliphant in The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/02/24/four-years-ago-i-outran-what-i-thought-was-a-blitzkrieg/Russia sends migrants into Europe through secret tunnels (James Rothwell in The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/25/russia-sends-migrants-into-europe-through-secret-tunnels/ Nato will strike ‘deep inside Russia' if Putin hits Baltics (James Rothwell in The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/16/nato-air-strikes-deep-in-russia-if-putin-hits-baltics/ Russian whistleblower's sudden death in Surrey ‘needs reinvestigating' (James Rothwell in The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/15/russian-whistleblower-sudden-death-needs-reinvestigating-uk/ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:Our weekly newsletter includes maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons, answers your questions, provides recommended reading, and gives exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights.. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers. Join here – http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter EMAIL US:Contact the team on ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk . We continue to read every message, and seek to respond to as many on air and in our newsletter as possible.Subscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we had the very exciting and interesting opportunity to visit with Dr. Fiona Murray, Professor of Entrepreneurship and Co-Director of the Innovation Initiative at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Fiona is an internationally recognized policy expert on innovation ecosystems and the transformation of investments in science and technology into deep-tech startup ventures that address global challenges. In addition to her roles at MIT, where she previously served as an Associate Dean for Innovation, she is Chair of the NATO Innovation Fund and an Associate of the National Bureau of Economic Research. She was awarded a Commander of the Order of the British Empire for her services to innovation and entrepreneurship in the United Kingdom. Fiona also serves on the UK Ministry of Defence Innovation Advisory Panel and the European Innovation Council Joint Expert Group and sits on a number of boards. We were thrilled to host Fiona to explore global markets, innovation ecosystems, and the shifting geopolitical landscape shaping technology and capital flows. In our conversation, Fiona shares her perspective on the intersection of geopolitics and innovation and how geopolitical shocks increasingly shape technology development and commercialization. She outlines the post-2016 shift toward framing priority technologies through the lens of national and economic security, and the growing geopolitical constraints facing entrepreneurs. Drawing on discussions at the Munich Security Conference, Fiona highlights Europe's strong talent base alongside structural constraints, including smaller venture capital pools, fragmented markets, pension fund limitations, and bureaucratic procurement processes. We explore how defense and security startups think about U.S. versus European capital and transatlantic expansion, the growing importance of dual-use investment, and resilience as a business case. Fiona explains NATO's two-pronged innovation strategy and emphasizes the need for a “resilience premium” to support domestic and allied production. We discuss China's competitive innovation model, industrial policy lessons for the West, and the need to scale critical technologies to reduce supply chain dependence and rebuild manufacturing capacity across allied markets. Fiona also shares her perspective at MIT, where students are increasingly prioritizing defense, security, and resilience, alongside energy and climate reframed through critical minerals and system resilience, with AI integration across disciplines. We cover AI's role in lowering experimentation costs through simulation, large-company AI execution pitfalls, drone and autonomy lessons from Ukraine, and how to avoid overspending on AI. We close by asking where she sees innovation over the next decade, which she describes as “innovation at the extremes,” including fusion energy, Arctic navigation and mining, space commercialization, and other frontier environments. It was a fascinating discussion and we greatly appreciate Fiona for sharing her valuable time and insights. To start the show, Mike Bradley noted that this week is centered on Tuesday's State of the Union address and the policy implications that follow. On the bond market front, the 10-year remains steady, with traders' attention turning to Friday's PPI report. On the crude oil market front, WTI is trading at ~$66/bbl as markets weigh the potential for a U.S.-Iran nuclear deal versus whether the U.S. follows through on its threat of limited military strikes. WTI price could fall to low-$60/bbl if a nuclear deal is reached or rise to $70/bbl on escalation. The DJIA and S&P 500 are both up marginally since the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's global tariffs last Friday. Technology stocks have staged a modest rebound after several weeks of underperformance. Energy has outperformed over the past week but has underperformed since last Friday's tariff announcement. E&Ps will dominate

In Episode 87 of Geopolitics with Ghost, Ghost dives into the escalating tensions surrounding Ukraine, NATO expansion, and the broader strategic realignment taking place between Russia and the West. He traces the historical context behind NATO's eastward movement, examining how prior agreements and security assurances shaped today's conflict environment. Ghost analyzes Western diplomatic positioning, military aid packages, and the economic consequences of sanctions, arguing that the Ukraine war represents more than a regional dispute — it is a pivotal moment in the struggle over global power structures. He also explores how media narratives frame aggression, sovereignty, and legitimacy, contrasting official messaging with underlying geopolitical incentives. The episode connects energy policy, defense alliances, and financial pressure into a cohesive picture of shifting alliances and multipolar tension. Ep. 87 offers a historical and strategic lens on the Ukraine conflict, focusing on how great power competition is reshaping the international system in real time.

Send a textWe weigh the stories nations tell about themselves against the record of wars, sanctions, and deterrence, and test whether intentions matter less than outcomes. From Vietnam to Venezuela, NATO to North Korea, we press for clearer language, broader history, and fewer illusions.• Emerson and Hawthorne as mirrors of intellectual courage and conformity• Vietnam's legacy, media limits, and moral judgment versus “mistake” framing• NATO at Russia's border, ABM systems, and Cold War lessons revived• Sanctions in Venezuela and Iran as civilian punishment, not reform• China, innovation, and the politics of intellectual property• Korean-led steps toward deescalation and deterrence realities• Trump's media strategy, party capture, and fear as a political tool• Climate risk, nuclear posture, and the real election interference: money• Syria's devastation, Kurdish safety, and difficult tradeoffs• Israel, the Golan Heights, and shifting U.S. support coalitionsPatreon subscribers can find the full video of this program immediately at patreon.com/OriginsPodcast Support the show

Is the U.S. government preparing to go to war with Iran? Leading up to talks set to happen towards the end of the week in Geneva, the Trump administration has also threatened Iran with war, saying the country has “10 to 15 days” as of February 20th to agree to a deal - putting Trump's one-sided deadline somewhere in the first week of March.In apparent preparation for military strikes, massive amounts of military equipment have been sent to the region, including dispatching the USS Gerald R Ford, the world's largest aircraft carrier, to the Arabian Sea near the Persian Gulf. At least 120 aircraft, including F-35 stealth strike fighters and F/A 18-E Super Hornets, have been sent to the region with the Ford, in addition to E-3 Sentry AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System) used for command & control operations as well as surveillance. The Ford will be joining the USS Abraham Lincoln, which is already off the coast of Oman.As we come up on the 23rd anniversary of the 2003 US war on Iraq as well as the 15th anniversary of the US-led NATO invasion of Libya, we'll look back at what led up to them, the lessons learned from the anti-war movement of the period, and how we can stop the next war:Stand for self-determination and against imperialist aggressionThe primary responsibility of those in the US is to oppose their government's actionsDon't fall into the trap of tailing the Democrats, the graveyard of social movements.Support the show

Wo steht Russland vier Jahre nach dem Überfall auf die Ukraine? Ex-General Erhard Bühler sagt: Russland ist weit davon entfernt, den Krieg militärisch für sich zu entscheiden. Ein großer Durchbruch sei nicht zu erwarten.

Siden Anden Verdenskrig har USA været garant for vores sikkerhed og arkitekten bag den globalisering, der gjorde Kina til verdens fabrik og USA til verdens største importør af produkter fra bl.a. Danmark. Den orden er brudt sammen, for USA er blevet utilregneligt. Hvad betyder det for erhvervslivet, at vores vigtigste allierede og største eksportmarked er blevet en politisk risikofaktor? I denne episode af podcasten interviewer Joachim Sperling Michael Zilmer-Johns, der er tidligere Nato-ambassadør og formand for regeringens sikkerhedspolitiske analysegruppe, om netop de spørgsmål. Gæst: Michael Zilmer-Johns, tidligere Nato-ambassadør. Vært: Joachim Sperling Podcastredaktør: Kasper Søegaard. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canada investing in Inuit healthcare, NATO base in Rovaniemi, Finland's children boosting the Sami language, another win for Arctic football, Greenland refusing American help, and much more!Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com Like what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.“How toddlers in Finland are saving an endangered Sámi language” by Erika Benke: https://www.bbc.co.uk/future/article/20260218-saving-the-inari-smi-languageRorshok Updates: https://rorshok.com/updates/Check out our new t-shirts: https://rorshok.store/We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donate

Russland betrachte Polen und die NATO als Feind in einem „zivilisatorischen Krieg" gegen den Westen, sagt Präsident Nawrocki bei einer Beratung mit Militärkommandeuren. Und positioniert sich auch zum EU-Programm SAFE. Außerdem: Welche Schlüsse sollte Polen daraus, was Trump bei seiner Rede zur Lage NICHT gesagt hat, für seine Sicherheitsstrategie ziehen? Und: Bricht Polens Waffenexport in die Ukraine ein? Mehr zu diesen Themen heute im Infoteil. Außerdem: Der Oberste Gerichtshof der USA hat Trumps Zölle für rechtswidrig erklärt – doch der Präsident droht mit neuen Abgaben. Über die Folgen für Europa und die Stimmung in den USA sprechen wir mit dem US-Ökonomen Michael Burda von der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.

2026-02-16 | UPDATES #133 | Russian losses now outpacing recruitment (again) — and why Moscow is leaning harder on foreign fighters. The military math in Moscow does not add up – the tally between bodies in, bodies out. The difference between vodka fueled recruits and sunflower fodder. And for a war being fought at drone-speed and trench-distances, that's arithmetic Putin can't spin. Multiple streams of reporting and official claims over the last week — capped by fresh remarks out of Munich — point to the same brutal conclusion: Russia is bleeding manpower faster than it can refill the trenches, and it's increasingly padding the gap with foreign fighters — some recruited under false pretenses, some coerced, some simply disposable. Let's unpack what we know, what we can't independently verify, and why the Kremlin's recruitment logic is starting to look less like “strategic endurance” and more like a meat-processing plant with a military payroll department attached. ----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformation----------A REQUEST FOR HELP!I'm heading back to Kyiv this week, to film, do research and conduct interviews. The logistics and need for equipment and clothing are a little higher than for my previous trips. It will be cold, and may be dark also. If you can, please assist to ensure I can make this trip a success. My commitment to the audience of the channel, will be to bring back compelling interviews conducted in Ukraine, and to use the experience to improve the quality of the channel, it's insights and impact. Let Ukraine and democracy prevail! https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrashttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformationNONE OF THIS CAN HAPPEN WITHOUT YOU!So what's next? We're going to Kyiv in January 2026 to film on the ground, and will record interviews with some huge guests. We'll be creating opportunities for new interviews, and to connect you with the reality of a European city under escalating winter attack, from an imperialist, genocidal power. PLEASE HELP ME ME TO GROW SILICON CURTAINWe are planning our events for 2026, and to do more and have a greater impact. After achieving more than 12 events in 2025, we will aim to double that! 24 events and interviews on the ground in Ukraine, to push back against weaponized information, toxic propaganda and corrosive disinformation. Please help us make it happen!----------SOURCES: The Straits Times (via Bloomberg), 16 Feb 2026, “Russia's losses in Ukraine boosting reliance on foreign fighters, Britain says.” Bloomberg, 15–16 Feb 2026, “Russia's Losses Boost Reliance on Foreign Fighters, UK Says.”Ukrinform (citing Bloomberg), 15 Feb 2026, “Russia's losses increase its reliance on foreign fighters.” AP News, 13 Feb 2026, “Ukraine says 2 Nigerians fighting for Russia found dead in Luhansk after drone strike.” The Kyiv Independent, 12 Feb 2026, “Russian losses exceeded recruitment for second month in a row, Ukraine says.” Ukrainska Pravda (Eng.) (citing Bloomberg), 12 Feb 2026, “Russian losses in January exceeded number of new recruits.” Al Jazeera, 13 Feb 2026, casualty/recruitment reporting and Syrskyi Telegram quote.EuroMaidan Press, 13 Feb 2026, Brovdi drone-verified loss/recruitment discussion (context and claims).Reuters, 14 Jan 2026, “Ukraine's new defence minister vows innovation…” (Fedorov appointment background). Ukraine Ministry of Defence (official bio page), “Mykhailo Fedorov” (appointment details). NATO transcript, 12 Feb 2026, remarks with Ukraine Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Financial Times, 10 Feb 2026, “Russian army casualties in Ukraine surge” (attrition context).----------

In Chapter 46 of The Book of Trump, Ghost unpacks the events surrounding the 2014 Maidan uprising in Ukraine and its long-term geopolitical consequences. He traces the political tensions leading up to the protests, the role of Western NGOs and U.S. officials, and the removal of President Viktor Yanukovych. The episode examines leaked phone calls, diplomatic maneuvering, and the emergence of nationalist factions that would later shape Ukraine's political landscape. Ghost connects the Maidan events to NATO expansion, sanctions against Russia, and the subsequent conflict in eastern Ukraine, arguing that the coup narrative reframes the mainstream understanding of the crisis. He also analyzes how media coverage, intelligence operations, and foreign policy objectives intersected during this pivotal moment. Framing the Maidan uprising as a turning point in modern geopolitics, Ghost positions the chapter as essential context for understanding current tensions between Russia, Ukraine, and the West — and how those dynamics factor into the broader Trump-era foreign policy debate.

Ropa a plyn financujú ruské zabíjanie na Ukrajine a ich kúpa predlžuje vojnu. Rusko totiž bude viesť vojnu, kým na ňu bude mať peniaze, hovorí ukrajinský veľvyslanec na Slovensku Myroslav Kastran. Ukrajinská a slovenská bezpečnosť je podľa neho jeden celok, a Slováci tak pomocou Ukrajine investujú aj do seba. Na opravu ropovodu, poškodeného ruským bombardovaním, treba čas aj náhradné diely. Situácia sa zrejme bude musieť vyriešiť aj s pomocou Európskej únie.V podcaste s ukrajinským veľvyslancom na Slovensku Myroslavom Kastranom sa dozviete:–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 1:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že ruské útoky na civilnú infraštruktúru sú terorizmus a takto poškodili aj ropovod;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 1:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ako Ukrajinci informovali o prebiehajúcich prácach a ponúkli Slovensku tranzit neruskej ropy;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 2:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že na opravu ropovodu sú potrebné náhradné diely a čas;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 3:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že ropa a plyn financujú ruské zabíjanie;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 4:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ kto musí rokovať, aby sa situácia vyriešila;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 4:45 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že dodávky elektriny Ukrajine zrejme prevezmú Poľsko a Rumunsko;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 5:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ v akej fáze je vojna a medzinárodná situácia okolo Ukrajiny;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 7:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že Rusko nemá záujem ukončiť vojnu a boje budú trvať, kým na ňu bude mať dosť peňazí;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 11:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od čoho Ukrajina pri rokovaniach určite neustúpi;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 13:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ako by mali vyzerať bezpečnostné záruky pre Ukrajinu;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 14:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že ruská propaganda niekomu v Európe vyhovuje, ale je lživá;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 17:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že Ukrajinci nechcú len koniec vojny, ale aj to, aby sa nezopakovala;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 18:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ako Ukrajina dnes vykonáva prácu, pre ktorú bolo založené NATO;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 18:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ prečo by NATO s Ukrajinou bolo silnejšie;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 21:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že Rusko chystá ďalšie rozširovanie armády, ktoré bude hrozbou aj pre Európu;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 22:40 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ako Slovensko stále pomáha Ukrajine;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 24:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že investícia Slovenska do bezpečnosti Ukrajiny je win-win situácia, lebo naša bezpečnosť je jeden celok;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 27:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ prečo ukrajinskí utečenci viac pomáhajú, ako nás stoja;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 30:45 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ či sa ukrajinskí utečenci chcú po vojne vrátiť na Ukrajinu;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 33:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ako bude vyzerať spolupráca Slovenska s Ukrajinou po aktuálnom konflikte;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 34:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že ukrajinské rúry budú slúžiť aj Slovensku, ale už nie na transport ruskej ropy.

Ropa a plyn financujú ruské zabíjanie na Ukrajine a ich kúpa predlžuje vojnu. Rusko totiž bude viesť vojnu, kým na ňu bude mať peniaze, hovorí ukrajinský veľvyslanec na Slovensku Myroslav Kastran. Ukrajinská a slovenská bezpečnosť je podľa neho jeden celok, a Slováci tak pomocou Ukrajine investujú aj do seba. Na opravu ropovodu, poškodeného ruským bombardovaním, treba čas aj náhradné diely. Situácia sa zrejme bude musieť vyriešiť aj s pomocou Európskej únie.V podcaste s ukrajinským veľvyslancom na Slovensku Myroslavom Kastranom sa dozviete:–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 1:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že ruské útoky na civilnú infraštruktúru sú terorizmus a takto poškodili aj ropovod;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 1:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ako Ukrajinci informovali o prebiehajúcich prácach a ponúkli Slovensku tranzit neruskej ropy;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 2:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že na opravu ropovodu sú potrebné náhradné diely a čas;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 3:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že ropa a plyn financujú ruské zabíjanie;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 4:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ kto musí rokovať, aby sa situácia vyriešila;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 4:45 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že dodávky elektriny Ukrajine zrejme prevezmú Poľsko a Rumunsko;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 5:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ v akej fáze je vojna a medzinárodná situácia okolo Ukrajiny;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 7:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že Rusko nemá záujem ukončiť vojnu a boje budú trvať, kým na ňu bude mať dosť peňazí;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 11:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od čoho Ukrajina pri rokovaniach určite neustúpi;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 13:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ako by mali vyzerať bezpečnostné záruky pre Ukrajinu;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 14:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že ruská propaganda niekomu v Európe vyhovuje, ale je lživá;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 17:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že Ukrajinci nechcú len koniec vojny, ale aj to, aby sa nezopakovala;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 18:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ako Ukrajina dnes vykonáva prácu, pre ktorú bolo založené NATO;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 18:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ prečo by NATO s Ukrajinou bolo silnejšie;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 21:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že Rusko chystá ďalšie rozširovanie armády, ktoré bude hrozbou aj pre Európu;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 22:40 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ako Slovensko stále pomáha Ukrajine;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 24:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že investícia Slovenska do bezpečnosti Ukrajiny je win-win situácia, lebo naša bezpečnosť je jeden celok;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 27:30 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ prečo ukrajinskí utečenci viac pomáhajú, ako nás stoja;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 30:45 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ či sa ukrajinskí utečenci chcú po vojne vrátiť na Ukrajinu;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ po 33:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ako bude vyzerať spolupráca Slovenska s Ukrajinou po aktuálnom konflikte;–⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ od 34:00 –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ že ukrajinské rúry budú slúžiť aj Slovensku, ale už nie na transport ruskej ropy.

Interviu cu istoricii Armand Goșu și Cosmin Popa, la 4 ani de război în g4media. „Nu exclud un scenariu care să reaprindă conflictul diplomatic între București și Kiev” / „Putin construiește un regim fascist într-un cămin de bătrâni” / „A crescut ostilitatea față de Europa” / „Războiul are efecte morale devastatoare asupra rușilor”. Sunt câteva idei desprinse din interviu. Articolul complet pe  g4media.ro PressOne trece în revistă 4 ani de război în Ucraina: Ce știm sigur - și aproape sigur - despre ajutorul militar pe care România l-a acordat Kievului până acum. După 4 ani de război în Ucraina, provocat de invazia militară a Rusiei, declanșată pe 24 februarie 2022, România continuă să facă o ciudată excepție printre țările NATO și UE, în ceea ce privește transparentizarea clară a ajutoarelor militare acordate până acum Kievul. În ciuda secretomaniei afișate de București, există câteva certitudini legate de ajutorul militar concret pe care România l-a acordat până acum Ucrainei Cea mai importantă donație pentru armata ucraineană făcută de România: un întreg sistem antiaerian Patriot PAC 3, de ultimă generație România mai oferă sprijin în ceea ce privește pregătirea piloților ucraineni pe avioanele F-16 PressOne vorbeste si despre Ciudata „suveică” România-Bulgaria în materie de exporturi de armament care ajung, prin ricoșeu, în Ucraina Această pseudo-„ambiguitate strategică” a fost parafată în perioada președinției lui Klaus Iohannis, când toate cifrele clare, legate de cantitatea și tipul de ajutor militar acordat Kievului au fost secretizate în CSAT. Venirea la Cotroceni a lui Nicușor Dan nu a schimbat această paradigmă. Emblematică rămâne, din acest punct de vedere, declarația făcută de noul ministru al Apărării, Radu Miruță, care a explicat de ce „nu e bine” să se știe cât armament a dat România Ucrainei. Ajutorul pentru Ucraina a depășit miliardul de euro, dar autoritățile de la București nu spun ce anume „s-a dat” în acest ajutor ............................................................................................................................................................................. Serviciile de informații trebuie restructurate fundamental. România a pierdut războiul hibrid cu Rusia - spune Corneliu Bjola, profesor al Universității Oxford din Marea Britanie într-un interviu pentru spotmedia.ro Seful grupului de cercetare “Oxford Digital Diplomacy”, consideră că Nicușor Dan a fost tratat cu superioritate în SUA de către oficialii americani, expunându-se gratuit într-o încercare dificilă de a reface relațiile privilegiate cu Washingtonul, în contextul în care SUA se retrag din Europa. ...................................................................................................................................................................... Comisia de Deontologie din cadrul Colegiului Psihologilor din România și Poliția Capitalei s-au autosesizat în cazul Ion Duvac, în urma dezvăluirilor făcute de PressOne. Poliția Capitalei face apel către toate persoanele „care consideră că au fost victime ale unor astfel de comportamente (n.red. hărțuire) să se adreseze poliției, în vederea formulării unei plângeri” scrie PressOne. Investigația arată cum Ion Duvac, doctor în psihologie și membru în Comisia de Deontologie și Disciplină a Colegiului Psihologilor din România, își hărțuiește sexual pacientele prin propuneri sexuale explicite și cere poze cu părțile intime ale femeilor, încă de la prima ședință, potrivit unei înregistrări ajunse în posesia redacției. În aceeași înregistrare, Duvac afirmă că nu e prima dată când face acest lucru.  ............................................................................................................................................................................................. Bolojan amenință cu revocarea miniștrii și secretarii de stat, dacă România pierde bani din PNRR Premierul Ilie Bolojan a avertizat că miniștrii și secretarii de stat riscă revocarea din funcție dacă România va pierde fonduri din Planul Național de Redresare și Reziliență (PNRR), subliniind că răspunderea pentru neîndeplinirea angajamentelor va fi politică, dar și administrativă. Declarațiile au fost făcute, luni, în cadrul reuniunii Comitetului Interministerial de Coordonare a PNRR, desfășurată sub coordonarea prim-ministrului și a ministrului Investițiilor și Proiectelor Europene, Dragoș Pîslaru.

Președinta Comisiei Europene, Ursula von der Leyen, secretarul general NATO, Mark Rutte, și premieri din mai multe state europene sunt prezenți astăzi la Kiev pentru a-și manifesta solidaritatea cu Ucraina. Tot astazi a avut loc o reuniune în format hibrid a „Coaliției de la Voință”, la care Nicușor Dan a participat prin videoconferință. Mesajul occidentalilor e acelasi- Avem nevoie de pace, dar trebuie să ne pregătim pentru alte scenarii.     Zelenski către ucraineni: "Putin nu şi-a atins obiectivele. Nu a înfrânt poporul ucrainean" A fost mesajul presedintelui Volodimir Zelenski catre natiune la implinirea a 4 ani de razboi. Aceeasi zi in care Rusia transmite ca va încerca să rezolve problema extinderii NATO prin metode militare sau politice, fără eliminarea acestui obstacol fiind imposibilă soluţionarea conflictului din jurul Ucrainei.   Conflictul de la graniță a redesenat harta economică a Europei și a produs unde de șoc inclusiv în agricultura românească România a devenit principal coridor de tranzit pentru cerealele ucrainene, dar și una dintre cele mai afectate piețe din Uniunea Europeană, de preturile mici si calitatea neconforma. Abordam subiectul mai tarziu.  Ucraina se confruntă cu o catastrofă demografică Rata natalităţii este în cădere liberă, pierderile de pe front sunt uriase iar milioane de persoane au părăsit ţara. Iasi si Timisoara sunt doua dintre orasele in care s-au închegat in ultimii 4 ani comunitati de ucraineni. Colegii mei au pregatit reportaje.  

The United States is assembling a formidable arsenal of warships and aircraft in the Middle East - the biggest military build-up in that region since the invasion of Iraq in 2003. Iran wants to build long range missiles which could strike the continental US and is governed by fanatics who butcher their own people. Is the US planning a surgical strike against specific facilities or powerful men? Or is this something more decisive and risky, as the military build-up implies? Piers Morgan speaks to former US national security advisor Ambassador John Bolton before turning to his panel; The Young Turks' Cenk Uygur, Part of The Problem host Dave Smith, Iranian-American attorney and activist Elica Lebon, former Canadian lawmaker and Iran activist Goldie Ghamari plus former NATO supreme commander General Wesley Clark. Piers Morgan Uncensored is proudly independent and supported by:  Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code PIERS at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/piers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Preview for later today. John Hardie and Bill Roggio of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies explain Vladimir Putin remains committed to making Ukraine a vassal state, rejecting land for peace deals while demanding demilitarization and the end of NATO aspirations.1855 CRIMEAN WAR

In this second installment of our three-part series on ⁠⁠Cyber Coalition 2025⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Maria Varmazis⁠⁠⁠, host of ⁠⁠⁠T-Minus⁠⁠⁠ Space Daily and CyberWire Producer ⁠⁠⁠Liz Stokes,⁠⁠ take listeners inside a single day at NATO's cyber headquarters in Tallinn, Estonia — focusing on the human side of cyber defense. Hosted by the NATO Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence and led by NATO Allied Command Transformation, Cyber Coalition is a defensive-only exercise built around collaboration, coordination, and information sharing across allied nations. This episode highlights how that plays out in practice, from legal teams working through cross-border policy questions to military defenders coordinating with civilian infrastructure partners inside NATO's secure cyber range. In case you missed the first episode of this three part series, check it out ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clay joins journalist Jonathan Thompson, publisher of The Land Desk on Substack and author of Sagebrush Empire: How a Remote Utah County Became the Battlefront of American Public Lands. Thompson, who is currently living in Greece, begins by providing a European perspective on what is happening in the United States — the assault on NATO, the flirtation with taking Greenland from Denmark, the overreach of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement service, and European bewilderment about America's intended place in the world community. Most of the conversation is about the crisis of public lands in America — the push to open more of the public domain to resource extraction, the calls for privatizing parcels of BLM land in the West, and the recent revocation of grazing permits for the American Prairie Reserve in eastern Montana. And oh yes, the future of the Colorado River. This episode was recorded on January 28, 2026.

Is the United States on the brink of striking Iran? Michael is joined by Admiral James Stavridis, former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO, to break down President Trump's options—from diplomacy and cyber operations to limited precision strikes and the possibility of “shock and awe.” With massive U.S. forces already deployed, has America ever prepared this much firepower without pulling the trigger? Then, listeners weigh in—including sailors and submariners who describe the real-life toll of extended deployments: missed funerals, months without sunlight, and the strain on military families. A powerful conversation about war planning, presidential decision-making, and the human cost of staying ready. Original air date 23 February 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on SUNDAY WIRE: Guest host Bryan McClain is joined by Patrick Henningsen, Basil Valentine, and Adam "Ruckus" Clark for a wide-ranging analysis of the week's most significant geopolitical developments. Early in the broadcast, Patrick Henningsen reported live from Mexico amid a rapidly unfolding security crisis, where intense cartel violence erupted earlier in the day. Speaking from the scene, Patrick described largely deserted streets, active security conditions, and multiple vehicles destroyed in the violence, including a torched bus, a burned-out car, and a motorcycle left in the roadway. Local residents characterized the situation as unprecedented, as events continued to develop in real time. Following Patrick's field report, the panel shifted to the broader geopolitical landscape, examining the continued buildup of U.S. and NATO forces in the Middle East and mounting tensions surrounding Iran. The discussion explored the trajectory of escalation versus de-escalation, reviewing confirmed military deployments and assessing potential outcomes ranging from limited strikes to wider regional conflict involving major powers. The program also examined the recent surge in "alien disclosure" narratives circulating in mainstream media, including renewed attention to public comments by Barack Obama and Donald Trump. The panel considered how these narratives intersect with broader media cycles, political signaling, and public perception. All this and more on this week's edition of Sunday Wire. Watch this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4j5i9eraMng  This month's featured music artists: The Real Anthem Band, Joseph Arthur, Peyoti for President, Peter Conway & Red Rumble, and Phil Zimmerman SUPPORT OUR MEDIA OUTLET HERE (https://21w.co/support)

In this second installment of our three-part series on ⁠⁠Cyber Coalition 2025⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Maria Varmazis⁠⁠⁠, host of ⁠⁠⁠T-Minus⁠⁠⁠ Space Daily and CyberWire Producer ⁠⁠⁠Liz Stokes,⁠⁠ take listeners inside a single day at NATO's cyber headquarters in Tallinn, Estonia — focusing on the human side of cyber defense. Hosted by the NATO Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence and led by NATO Allied Command Transformation, Cyber Coalition is a defensive-only exercise built around collaboration, coordination, and information sharing across allied nations. This episode highlights how that plays out in practice, from legal teams working through cross-border policy questions to military defenders coordinating with civilian infrastructure partners inside NATO's secure cyber range. In case you missed the first episode of this three part series, check it out ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bei der NATO-Übung „Hedgehog 2025“ sollten 16.000 Soldaten ihre Einsatzbereitschaft unter Beweis stellen. Doch laut einem Bericht des „Wall Street Journal“ zeigten sich gravierende Schwächen im Umgang mit moderner Kriegsführung, insbesondere mit Blick auf Drohnen.

Early voting is almost over, and many of you may still be weighing your options. To help, we recorded a full Democratic candidate forum for North Carolina's U.S. House District 13 so you can cut through the noise, hear real answers, and decide with confidence. This famously gerrymandered district stretches from Caswell and Person to Johnston, Lee, and southeast Wake—we also explain how to confirm your district and find your sample ballot using the State Board of Elections voter search.Two candidates took the stage: Paul Barringer and Frank Pierce. Paul draws on decades in health law and public policy, arguing Congress must reclaim its Article I role, strengthen constituent services, and protect ACA subsidies while rolling back new Medicaid barriers. Frank argues off-year wins come from doors, data, and early engagement, pointing to turnout gains, year-round organizing, and coalition building across Black voters, HBCUs, and Democratic caucuses.You'll hear contrasts—and overlap—on abortion rights, rural health access, paying for care, Ukraine, Taiwan, NATO, tariffs, and redistricting strategy.If District 13 is on your ballot and you're a Democrat or unaffiliated voter, this forum delivers substance flyers can't. Listen, compare, and choose. If this helped, subscribe, leave a quick review, and share it with one person who still needs to hear it. Your vote—and your voice—can move this district. Democratic Ballot: US House of Representatives District 13 CandidatesPaul Barringer: Facebook/Instagram/X/Bluesky/Paul@PaulBarringer.comFrank Pierce: Facebook/Instagram/X/TikTok/Pierce4Congress@outlook.comAlexander Nicholi: Facebook/X/Substack/SBENicholiFTW.comCampaign Finance Reports for Federal Candidate Committees2026 Voters' Guide for Southern Wake CountyVoter Information (Register, Am I Registered?, Election Information) Voter Info (Designated Polling Places, Sample Ballots, Registration Status, Voting Jurisdiction, Verify Address and Party Affiliation) Election Information (Absentee by Mail Voting, Early Voting, Election Day Voting)February 12-28: Closest Early Voting LocationsWE Hunt Recreation Center-Holly SpringsHilltop Needmore Town Park Clubhouse-Fuquay VarinaELECTION DAYTuesday, March 3 from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PMSupport the showAs always, if you are interested in being on or sponsoring the podcast or if you have any particular issues, thoughts, or questions you'd like explored on the podcast, please email NCDeepDive@gmail.com. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated.Now, let's dive in!

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Rivayet Muhtelif'in bu bölümünde Hilmi Hacaloğlu'nun konuğu tarihçi Reha Çamuroğlu. ABD'nin İran'a olası saldırı senaryosu, İsrail'in güvenlik stratejisi, Rusya ve Çin'in pozisyonu ile Türkiye'nin jeopolitik tercihleri bu yayında tarihsel perspektifle ele alınıyor. Reha Çamuroğlu, Osmanlı–Safevi rekabetinden günümüze uzanan Türkiye–İran ilişkilerini, Ortadoğu'daki güç dengelerini, Avrupa Birliği seçeneğini ve büyük savaş ihtimalini değerlendirirken; İran'ın geri çekilip çekilmeyeceği, bölgesel ittifakların nasıl şekilleneceği ve Türkiye'nin olası bir çatışmadan nasıl etkileneceği sorularına yanıt veriyor. Küresel güç mücadelesi, enerji politikaları, NATO dengesi ve çok kutuplu dünya tartışmaları bu yayında masaya yarıtılıyor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode host Iain Ballantyne talks to guest Steve Kershaw, a former Royal Navy submarine officer, about his amazing career under the sea and his work today helping to bring about the UK'S ‘Hybrid Navy' transformation.Iain kicks off by asking Steve to explain what led him to choose a naval career in the mid-1980s and why it was the engineering side of the Senior Service that appealed most.After talking about his time undergoing Initial Sea Training and being ‘streamed' to the Submarine Service as an engineer, Steve relates how for a short period he returned to the Surface Fleet. He spent time in HMS London, including a foray to Berlin as the infamous Wall dividing East and West came down in late 1989.Steve served in several Royal Navy nuclear-powered hunter killer submarines (SSNs) of the Trafalgar Class, including during the 1991 Gulf War. That boat spent 13 weeks dived in the Mediterranean watching Libya to ensure it did not come into the conflict on the side of Saddam Hussein.Steve also went to sea in the Upholder Class diesel-electric submarine HMS Unicorn for a marathon voyage from the UK to the Indian Ocean and Gulf and back. He reveals to Iain how he found the ‘dirty boat' world aboard Unicorn to be somewhat different to the nukes.While away the UK Government decided to take the four (fairly new) Upholders out of commission, which was a blow. Steve reveals the impact that had on Unicorn's crew. A deployment involving Steve, which hit the headlines for the wrong reasons was that of HMS Tireless as part of Naval Task Group 2000, and which saw a circumnavigation of the world cancelled. The SSN was ‘trapped' in Gibraltar for a year due to serious technical problems and Steve returned home rather than going around the world.Among other things Iain and Steve discuss is his time with Naval Sea Trials Party 30 (NSTP 30) and its work to ensure RN submarine sensors remained on the cutting edge during a continuing contest under the sea.Steve and Iain also discuss how the ‘Hybrid Navy' aims to provide a solution to giving the British fleet of today and tomorrow more mass and presence at sea as part of the new Atlantic Bastion concept.*For more on navies and their activities worldwide, get the magazine! Web site http://bit.ly/wifrmag Also, follow it on X @WarshipsIFR Facebook @WarshipsIFR and Warships IFR TV on YouTube @warshipsifrtv3668 • Steve Kershaw served 21 years in the UK submarine service and has spent the rest of his career consulting in Defence and Security. He has been at PwC for over 15 years and a partner for 11 of them. His primary role is to lead consulting teams working in the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD). He is also PwC's Global Security and Defence Sector leader, helping individual territories and multi-national accounts such as NATO to develop and utilise the best that PwC has to offer. He specialises in improving military programmes and procurements and also enterprise-wide transformation.•Iain Ballantyne is the founding and current Editor of ‘Warships IFR' magazine (first published in 1998) along with its ‘Guide to the Royal Navy' (since 2003) and ‘Guide to the US Navy' (since 2018). Iain is also author of the books ‘Hunter Killers' (Orion) and ‘The Deadly Trade' (Weidenfeld & Nicolson), both about submarine warfare, plus ‘Arnhem: Ten Days in The Cauldron' and ‘Bismarck: 24 Hours to Doom' (both published by Canelo). In 2017 Iain was awarded a Fellowship by the British Maritime Foundation, which promotes awareness of the United Kingdom's dependence on the sea and seafarers. Visit his web site Bismarckbattle.com and follow him on X @IBallantyn

For 15 years, the New Start treaty bound the United States and Russia to curb their nuclear arsenals – until it expired earlier this month. Researcher Benoit Pelopidas tells RFI what hope remains for disarmament now that there are no longer fixed limits on the world's two largest nuclear powers. In what could mark a major turning point in the history of arms control, New Start expired on 5 February. Neither US President Donald Trump nor his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin has shown interest in renewing it.  The treaty was signed between the United States and Russia on 8 April 2010 and came into force on 5 February 2011. Initially planned to last 10 years, it was extended for another five in 2021. Its goal was to limit each side to 800 missile launchers and 1,550 nuclear warheads, with the two countries authorised to inspect each other's stockpiles. It was never a global treaty. Other countries signed up to the broader Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), which came into force in 1970 and now has 191 parties, including the US and Russia. But Washington and Moscow also had bilateral arms control agreements in place continuously since 1972 – until now, notes Benoît Pelopidas, an expert on nuclear threats at Sciences Po university in Paris. "But it would be false to deduce from that that the arms race has not started yet and might start now," he tells RFI.  "There are reasons to think that the arms race started as early as the spring of 2010." Europe confronts ‘new nuclear reality' as Macron signals broader deterrence role 'Possible acceleration' Even before New Start expired, implementation of the treaty deteriorated over time, culminating in Russia suspending its participation in 2023. "And now we're at a full level where it's no longer implemented at all," says Pelopidas. "It's new diplomatically, and it enables the possible acceleration of an ongoing arms race." NATO called for "restraint and responsibility" after the treaty expired. "Russia's irresponsible nuclear rhetoric and coercive signals on nuclear matters reveal a posture of strategic intimidation," an official told French news agency AFP, speaking on condition of anonymity. "NATO will continue to take the measures necessary to ensure its credibility and the effectiveness of its overall deterrence and defence position." The Kremlin had proposed continuing to comply with New Start's limits until February 2027, but the White House did not respond. Moscow considers the treaty's expiration "a negative development", Russian presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters. "We express our regret in this regard." China shuns calls to enter nuclear talks after US-Russia treaty lapses Disarmament still possible According to Pelopidas, disarmament is possible and has been partially achieved before, especially in the early 1990s after the end of the Cold War.  "In 1991, we had 58,000 nuclear weapons on the planet. And we're now at a level of roughly 12,000 in 2025, which is a massive decrease," he says.  "We have, between 1986 and today, dismantled or retired over 80 percent of the existing arsenal in the world. So it is not materially impossible to dismantle or disarm." The world's remaining nuclear stockpile still has the potential to wreak huge destruction, he stresses, a fact that he believes should drive all nuclear powers to work towards de-escalation. "If the theory of nuclear winter is correct, a so-called limited nuclear war between India and Pakistan that led to the explosion of 100 Hiroshima-sized bombs – that is, roughly 1 percent of the existing arsenal – would lead to the death of 2 billion people by starvation due to its indirect consequences over two years," Pelopidas says. "That's how destructive the capacity of the existing arsenal is." Episode mixed by Erwan Rome.

On our radar this week… “The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command.” George Orwell wrote those words 76 years ago in “1984” – seemingly the operating manual for Donald Trump's administration. In fact, Trump used those exact words in a campaign speech and has lived by them ever since.  George Orwell also wrote: “Every record has been destroyed or falsified, every book rewritten, every picture has been repainted, every statue and street building has been renamed, every date has been altered. And the process is continuing day by day and minute by minute. History has stopped. Nothing exists except an endless present in which the Party is always right.” Every day is an exercise in taking attention away from the growing coverup of the Epstein files and financial corruption, with Trump apparently terrified that his sordid decades-long history as a sexual predator will finally catch up with him.  It's a stark contrast with England, where the Andrew formerly known as “Prince” is celebrated his 66th birthday in police custody as England actually holds the powerful accountable for the Epstein-led sexual abuse of children, while in Epstein's home country the White House continues to coverup the crimes of the rich and powerful … very possibly a group that includes Trump. Case in point: the Department of Justice spoke four separate times to a woman who credibly accused Donald Trump of having sex with a 13-year-old he met through Jeffrey Epstein—but most accusations against the president appear to have been removed from the government's documents on the alleged sex trafficker.  A part of Trump's defense is also right out of “1984”: “Who controls the past controls the future. Who controls the present controls the past.” That means silencing his critics including the late night comedians who, in the tradition of Will Rogers, lampoon him non-stop. But the tactic is backfiring: Kimmel's banishment lasted a few days, and Stephen Colbert has become even more focused in the last weeks of his days on CBS. The made-for-YouTube video of Colbert with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico has racked up more than 7.5 million views which is triple the Colbert TV show ratings. And Talarico raised a staggering $2.5-million in the day following the incident. Trump wants everything possible named after him. Now, he apparently wants to profit from those efforts: his company has filed papers to trademark use of his name at airports even as his Florida fans in the state's legislature pass a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport in his honor and he pressures Congress to rename Dulles Airport. If signed into law, the Palm Beach International change would cost the airport $5.5 million to remake signs, uniforms, promotional products, equipment, and more, according to Palm Beach County's department of airports. Also on our radar The Supreme Court kicked off another Trump tantrum by axing his tariffs. The war between Dozing Donald and the court he thought he controlled is now started. Trump got a little nap time during the initial meeting of his made-up Institute for Peace, nodding off repeatedly in front of the world leaders who had ponied up the $1-billion membership fee. Before nap time, Trump pledged a $10-billion U.S. contribution to what amounts to his personal slush fund – ignoring the constitutional requirement that spending needed to be authorized by Congress. Governor Whitmer attended the Munich International Security Conference. At the conference, she joined AOC, and Trump's NATO ambassador on a panel discussion where she was highly critical of Trump's economic war with Canada has driven our neighbors to the north to get cozy with China. Independent gubernatorial candidate Mike Duggan has a new problem. His campaign claimed union endorsements he hasn't received. It's a near certainty that the Service Employees International Union and the United Auto Workers will ultimately endorse Jocelyn Benson. Benson, meanwhile, picked up the endorsement of the Michigan Nurses Association. Mark has a new neighbor. ICE has opened a regional headquarters next door to my office … and also is opening a detention center in Romulus. Nobody's happy about this except Stephen Miller. Is this a staging area for masked ICE agents outside Democratic-leaning voting sites in southeast Michigan this November? And we can't unwatch the incredibly insane 90-second, taxpayer-funded video of RFK Jr. and Kid Rock flexing and sweating, apparently to promote physical fitness. RFK thankfully did not include snorting cocaine from toilet seats as part of his workout regimen. On a far more serious note, we recognize the unique contributions of two men we lost this week: the internationally known Rev. Jesse Jackson, and one of the “good guys” who made Michigan State government work better over his decades of service, our friend Bill Gnodtke. On Tuesday, west Michigan Congresswoman Hilary Scholten went inside an ICE concentration camp. Scholten, who was an immigration attorney before being elected to Congress, joins this week’s conversation. Congresswoman Scholten is a fourth-generation West Michigander. Prior to her election in 2022 she was an immigration attorney who served in the U.S. Department of Justice.  Scholten began her own career as a social worker, working with people affected by issues of housing and homelessness. During this time, she worked with individuals in the LGBTQ community who were facing homelessness and housing insecurity—often because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.  Congresswoman Scholten obtained her law degree from the University of Maryland Thurgood Marshall School of Law, and then went on to clerk for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit in their special unit focused on immigration issues. Following her clerkship, she joined the Justice Department through the Attorney General Honors Program, where she continued to work on matters of immigration and civil rights. In Congress she serves on the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the House Committee on Small Business. We’re now on YouTube every week! 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“Sicherheitshalber” ist der Podcast zur sicherheitspolitischen Lage in Deutschland, Europa und der Welt. In Folge 104 diskutieren Thomas Wiegold, Ulrike Franke, Frank Sauer und Carlo Masala mit Rebecca Barth die Lage in der Ukraine nach vier Jahren russischem Angriffskrieg. Es geht um die militärische Situation, die ukrainische Innenpolitik, die grausame Unterdrückung in den russische besetzten Gebieten und am Ende auch kurz um den Zustand der medialen Berichterstattung. Im zweiten Teil sprechen die vier Podcaster dann über die NATO. Das wird kleinteilig und nerdig. Die Details sind aber wichtig, um die Diskrepanz besser zu verstehen, die sich zwischen dem Vertrauensverlust auf politischer Ebene und dem Tagesgeschäft auf der Arbeitsebene auftut. Abschließend dann wie immer der “Sicherheitshinweis”, der kurze Fingerzeig auf aktuelle, sicherheitspolitisch einschlägige Themen und Entwicklungen - diesmal mit der US-Militärpräsenz vor dem Iran, dem Pentagon Pizza Index, dem Ende von FCAS und Loitering Munition für die Bundeswehr. Ukraine: 00:01:40 NATO : 01:07:22 Fazit: 01:35:28 Sicherheitshinweise: 01:37:00 Anlässlich der 100. regulären Folge Sicherheitspod gibt es im Shop jetzt das irre originell benannte “Sicherheitshalber 100 Folgen Shirt”: Shop: https://sicherheitshalbershop.myspreadshop.de/ Mail: mail@sicherheitspod.de Web: https://sicherheitspod.de/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sicherheitspod Bitte beachten! Neues Spendenkonto: Sicherheitshalber Podcast DE81 1001 8000 0995 7654 77 FNOMDEB2 Finom Komplette Shownotes unter: https://sicherheitspod.de/2026/02/21/folge-104-vier-jahre-russischer-krieg-gegen-die-ukraine-nato-was-denn-jetzt-tot-oder-staerker-denn-je/

 Ukraine's largest private energy company, DTEK, said Russia had "significantly damaged" equipment at its thermal power plants, calling it the ninth massive attack on those facilities since October 2025.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

2-19-261970 IRAN The European Left and the Ukraine Conflict. John Batchelor and Anatol Lieven discuss the European left's evolving stance on the Ukraine war. Facing economic strain, radical leftist parties are prioritizing peace and domestic issues over punishing Russia, driven by historical anti-NATO sentiments and deep skepticism toward European military expansion and the United States. #1 Negotiated Settlements and Expanding Security States. Anatol Lieven explains the European left's growing concerns about the Ukraine war fueling authoritarian security and surveillance measures. While a negotiated settlement requiring Ukraine to surrender the Donbas seems impossible in Kyiv, the conflict risks becoming a prolonged war of attrition dictated by modern drone warfare. #2 Truman, the Fed, and the 1951 Accord. Professor John Cochrane explores the 1951 Treasury-Fed Accordduring the Korean War. Fearing another World War II-style crisis, President Harry Truman pressured FedChairman Thomas McCabe to keep interest rates low. Instead, the Fed fought for its independence to combat inflation, establishing modern monetary policy precedents. #3 Modern Lessons from the Fed-Treasury Accord. Drawing parallels between 1951 and today, John Cochraneexamines the tension between presidential administrations and the Federal Reserve during crises. He emphasizes that the Fed must maintain its independence, warning against perpetually funding government spending and urging a strict focus on inflation control over politically motivated easy money. #4 Peru's Political Crisis and Chinese Influence. Professor Evan Ellis details Peru's chronic political instability following the appointment of its eighth president in eight years. Amidst endemic corruption and a fragmented Congress, the nation is deeply intertwined with Chinese investments, particularly in telecommunications, mining, and the strategically vital, Chinese-controlled deep-water port of Chancay. #5 Cuba's Severe Energy and Economic Collapse. Evan Ellis describes the catastrophic collapse of Cuba'seconomy. Cut off from Venezuelan and Mexican oil, the island faces severe rationing, blackouts, halted public services, and completely collapsed tourism. With millions fleeing the dire conditions, the communist regime's survival is heavily strained as basic resources fail. #6 Border Drone Threats, USMCA, and Venezuela. Evan Ellis discusses the closure of El Paso's airspace due to sophisticated cartel drones. He also highlights the critical necessity of renegotiating the USMCA to preserve Mexico's economy and cooperative security posture. Finally, he notes a surprising US military delegation visit to negotiate with Venezuela's Maduro regime. #7 Guyana's Massive Oil Boom. Evan Ellis highlights the profound economic transformation of Guyana following the discovery of billions of barrels of light, sweet crude oil. Driven by massive investments from ExxonMobil and Chevron, the South American nation serves as a prime example of effective management and foreign partnerships generating transformative national wealth. #8 Israel's Initial Response to the October 7 Atrocities. Following the horrific October 7 attacks by Hamas, Israelileaders reacted with understandable outrage and mobilized forcefully to neutralize the threat. While Hamas is currently severely degraded militarily and controls less territory, the group remains armed and continues to pose an ongoing security challenge fueled by Iranian backing. #9Defining Israel's Deep Political and Demographic Divides. Peter Berkowitz clarifies crucial definitions in Israelipolitics, explaining why a one-state solution would destroy Israel's democratic and Jewish character. He outlines how traditional left-right divisions have morphed into pro- or anti-Netanyahu factions, heavily influenced by religious demographics and the ultra-Orthodox community's contentious role in military service. #10Trump's Middle East Legacy and Israel's Judicial Crisis. Examining the Trump administration's lasting diplomatic legacy, Peter Berkowitz praises the embassy move to Jerusalem, the withdrawal from the flawed Iran deal, and the strategic Abraham Accords. He also analyzes Israel's internal turmoil over its overly activist Supreme Court, which sparked mass protests prior to the ongoing war. #11Confronting the Ignorance Fueling Anti-Israel Protests. Dismantling the arguments of global anti-Israel protesters, Peter Berkowitz highlights their culpable ignorance regarding Israel's defensive sovereignty. He refutes false accusations of colonialism, exposing how Hamas deliberately uses Palestinian civilians as human shields and actively seeks to destroy both the Jewish state and broader Western democratic civilization. #12Viktor Orban's Dangerous Alliances with Russia and China. Facing domestic electoral pressures, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban manipulatively courts the Trump administration while deepening dangerous alliances with Russia and China. Ivana Stradner explains that Orban leverages these relationships to project global relevance and maintain power, falsely claiming that Hungary is a victim of unavoidable Russian energy dependence. #13Bangladesh's Political Turmoil and Rising Islamist Influence. Following the violent ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh faces severe political and economic instability under Tariq Rahman. Sadanand Dhume warns of a concerning Islamic revival, highlighting the growing parliamentary power of the radical Jamaat-e-Islami movement and the critical need to pragmatically repair fractured diplomatic relations with India. #14Justice Scalia and the Unitary Executive Theory. Reflecting on Justice Antonin Scalia's legacy, Professor John Yoodetails the concept of the unitary executive. Scalia powerfully argued that the Constitution vests all executive power directly in the president, warning that independent agencies fragment federal authority, diminish democratic accountability, and disrupt the essential separation of powers. #15The Supreme Court's Threat to Independent Agencies. Analyzing upcoming Supreme Court cases, John Yoopredicts the potential overturning of the historic Humphrey's Executor precedent. Such a ruling would fundamentally dismantle the protections shielding independent agencies like the Federal Trade Commission from direct presidential control, sparking a massive structural revolution within the federal government's executive branch. #16

Today, amid reports that Russian forces' loss of Starlink is reducing the intensity of drone attacks along the frontline, we examine claims that Russian commanders are charging soldiers up to £30,000 to avoid deployment to the most dangerous sectors. We then bring you the latest from the first meeting of Donald Trump's so-called “Board of Peace”, and finally hear the view from Belarus as Putin seeks to place more nuclear missiles there.ContributorsDominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Rozina Sabur (National Security Editor). @RozinaSaburon X.With thanks to Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL – WATCH EVERY EPISODE WITH MAPS & BATTLEFIELD FOOTAGE:From next week, every episode will be available on our YouTube channel. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@UkraineTheLatestCONTENT REFERENCED:US presses NATO for major reset, ending mission in Iraq (The Telegraph):https://www.politico.eu/article/us-presses-nato-reset-cut-foreign-missions-allies-peacekeeping-iraq-kosovo/Russian commanders demand £30k to spare soldiers from front line (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/19/russian-commanders-demand-30k-spare-soldiers-front-line/Over 1,000 Kenyans enlisted to fight in Russia-Ukraine war, report says (BBC):https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ce8w266769go Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 86 of Geopolitics with Ghost, Ghost breaks down escalating tensions in the Middle East and Eastern Europe, focusing on renewed Iran negotiations, Israeli pressure campaigns, and the risk of broader regional conflict. He analyzes statements from U.S. officials, Iranian leadership, and Israeli sources regarding enrichment limits, verification demands, and military posturing. The episode explores Russia's evolving position, including warnings against Western escalation and NATO expansion, while examining how energy corridors, sanctions, and military alliances are reshaping global alignments. Ghost connects developments in Ukraine, joint military exercises, and diplomatic maneuvering to what he describes as a widening strategic fracture inside NATO. He also addresses shifting rhetoric from Western leaders, the economic implications of prolonged conflict, and the role of media framing in shaping public consent. Throughout the show, Ghost emphasizes understanding motive, leverage, and timing rather than reacting to surface headlines, urging viewers to track power blocs and strategic interests as the geopolitical chessboard continues to shift.

Rob Jetten starts his term one finance minister short of a full cabinet after Natalie van Berkel is found to have inflated her credentials on LinkedIn. More new homes are being built, but not enough to tackle the housing shortage or cool the property market. The armed forces are struggling to recruit chefs, mechanics and other support staff in the battle to spend the extra Nato billions. A new rail link is planned to connect Eindhoven to Brussels. And the Dutch shorttrack skaters eclipse the stars of the big oval at the Winter Olympics.

Nato e cresciuto a Melbourne, Paris ha 23 anni e da un anno e mezzo vive in Veneto, dove si è trasferito con un obiettivo preciso: imparare l'italiano.

Welcome back to the Ties That Bind, a project of the Foreign Policy Research Institute examining the past, present, and future of NATO and the transatlantic relationship.This season, we examine how Western European NATO members like Germany are shifting their defense policies, pursuing rearmament, and what lies ahead for European security.This week, we are pleased to feature a conversation with FPRI President Aaron Stein and Roland Theis, a Member of the German Bundestag (CDU/CSU) who sits on the Defense and European Affairs Committees. The two discuss shifts in German defense policy, the erosion of transatlantic trust, and a way forward on rebuilding strong US-European ties. You can read a transcript of their conversation here.The third season of the Ties That Bind is generously supported by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation. Get full access to FPRI Insights at fpriinsights.substack.com/subscribe

The European Left and the Ukraine Conflict. John Batchelor and Anatol Lieven discuss the European left's evolving stance on the Ukraine war. Facing economic strain, radical leftist parties are prioritizing peace and domestic issues over punishing Russia, driven by historical anti-NATO sentiments and deep skepticism toward European military expansion and the United States. #11918 LABOUR LONDON

File: P-LIEVEN-2-18.mp3 Headline: The European Left's Stance on Ukraine and Expansion Guest Name: Anatol Leven 25 Word Summary: The European left supports defending Europe but strongly opposes further NATO and EU expansion, viewing the European Union as a fundamentally obstructive, anti-socialist capitalist organization1854 ODESSA

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ICE, Noem and The War on Free Elections. Ukraine Won the Olympics. Prince Andrew Arrested in England Over Epstein Ties. Hegseth, Tuberville Continue to Embrace Dumb Ideas. Spring Training a Homerun. The drumbeats of war are growing louder. In this solo episode of Independent Americans, host Paul Rieckhoff reports that President Trump has signaled the U.S. military could strike Iran within ten days — with zero congressional authorization, zero public debate, and zero accountability. Congress is rolling over, America's sons and daughters are in harm's way, and the American people deserve a vote. Meanwhile at home, Paul holds nothing back on DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, who reportedly pulled a Coast Guard search-and-rescue aircraft away from a missing 21-year-old service member to prioritize a deportation flight, and on ICE's escalating cruelty — including a nine-year-old girl detained in San Antonio for eight months and the heartbreaking death of Ophelia Torres, a 16-year-old who fought cancer while her father was held by ICE. These are not statistics. Paul refuses to let their stories disappear. Pentagon Secretary Pete Hegseth's culture war rages on. Paul breaks down Hegseth's move to block military members from enrolling at Harvard, Duke, Johns Hopkins, and dozens more elite universities — followed by the VA's decision to strip veterans of their post-9/11 GI Bill benefits at those same schools. Denmark, one of America's most steadfast NATO allies, now views the U.S. as an adversary, with 60% of Danes saying so. Paul also covers Venezuela strikes without congressional approval, the staggering losses in Ukraine, and a personal word about the courage of Stephen Colbert and the growing chorus of ordinary Americans pushing back. Paul closes on something good: spring training. He was at Yankees practice in Tampa Bay this morning, where his boys got balls signed by Aaron Judge — proof that community, access, and joy are still very much alive. Episode 445 ends with a clear mission: country over party, people over politics. If you're among the 45% of Americans who call themselves independent, this is your show. Stay vigilant. -WATCH video of this episode on our YouTube channel. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "The U.S. should strike Iran: a) To eliminate its nuclear capability, b) To change its leadership, c) Both, d) Neither." With U.S. aircraft carriers deployed and reports of escalating military positioning in the Middle East, Michael asks whether America is closer to striking Iran than most realize. If Iranian nuclear facilities were previously described as “obliterated,” why is new action on the table? And what would regime change actually look like — especially given lessons from Iraq and Afghanistan? Featuring insights from Admiral James Stavridis and a look at Iranian public sentiment, Michael questions whether the case for military action has truly been made — and whether the public is paying attention. Listen here, then vote at Smerconish.com, and please rate, review, and share this podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week of The Bugle, Andy is joined by Nato Green and sister Helen Zaltzman, as they jump into this week's news, from the Munich Security Conference, the Cuban Cigar Crisis, and RFK's toilet seat revelations. In other news the three touch on the further controversy of the Winter Olympics and the end of a 2 decade long pair of tights...sad times!

The globalists in the EU, Britain, Australia and Canada close ranks against the evil Donald Hitler Trump.

The Pentagon's policy chief Elbridge Colby recently called for a “NATO 3.0”, stating that the United States would “continue to provide the U.S. extended nuclear deterrent” to Europe, but when it came to most defense matters, Europe would need to “assume primary responsibility.” Colby is the undersecretary of war for policy and joins FP Live host Ravi Agrawal at the annual Munich Security Conference. And in part two of this podcast, Colby and Agrawal were joined by four other guests: Richard Marles, the deputy prime minister and defense minister of Australia; Judith Collins, the minister of defense of New Zealand; Toshimitsu Motegi, the foreign minister of Japan; and David van Weel, the foreign minister of the Netherlands.  Plus, One Thing from Ravi on U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's speech at the Munich Security Conference.  Listen to Munich Moments on Apple or Spotify. A transcript of U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance's 2025 speech at the Munich Security Conference. A transcript of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's 2026 speech at the Munich Security ConferenceA transcript of Colby's interview with Ravi A collection of FP's reporting and analysis from the Munich Security Conference Matthew Kroenig: Two Cheers for the National Security Strategy A. Wess Mitchell: The Grand Strategy Behind Trump's Foreign Policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Western intelligence officials say Russia's shadow war inside Europe may be entering a new phase, with former Wagner recruitment networks allegedly helping coordinate sabotage operations across NATO states — and in some cases, the recruits aren't trained operatives. They're teenagers. We break down what this shift could mean for Europe's security landscape. Talks resume in Geneva as Iran floats potential energy and aviation deals alongside a renewed nuclear agreement with the United States. We'll explain what Tehran appears to want — and what Washington may demand in return. Plus, Ukraine's former energy minister has been detained after allegedly attempting to flee the country, as a sweeping corruption probe reaches into the upper ranks of government. In today's Back of the Brief — a bipartisan funding deal collapses over immigration policy, triggering a partial government shutdown that directly impacts the Department of Homeland Security and reignites tensions over border enforcement. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief HomeServe: Protect your home systems from costly repairs with HomeServe—plans start at $4.99/month at https://HomeServe.com.  Acre Gold: Start building physical gold with simple monthly payments and enter to win two Ancient Collection gold bars at https://GetAcreGold.com/PDB.  American Financing: Call American Financing today to find out how customers are saving an avg of $800/mo. NMLS 182334, https://nmlsconsumeraccess.org APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well qualified borrowers. Call 866-885-1881 for details about credit costs and terms. Visit http://www.AmericanFinancing.net/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's Headlines: The fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein files escalated after the Department of Justice released a letter signed by Deputy AG Todd Blanche outlining redactions and listing “politically exposed” names — mostly celebrities and public figures already publicly referenced. Attorney General Pam Bondi said no additional files will be released, despite reports that millions of pages remain sealed. Consequences are, at least, unfolding abroad. Thomas Pritzker stepped down from Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Buckingham Palace backed a police investigation into Prince Andrew, while French authorities assembled a team to examine related allegations. Investigations also involve former Norwegian PM Thorbjørn Jagland and port executive Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem. European leaders are weighing alternatives to Visa and Mastercard over economic security concerns, as the EU and Indo-Pacific partners — with Canadian PM Mark Carney — discuss forming a major trade bloc. At the Munich Security Conference, Secretary of State Marco Rubio sought to reassure allies amid doubts about U.S. commitment to NATO, reportedly skipping EU leadership meetings while meeting Hungary's Viktor Orbán and Slovakia's Robert Fico. A joint European report concluded Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was killed with a rare synthetic toxin; Russia rejected the findings. In domestic news, ICE is planning a $38 billion detention expansion, including a Georgia warehouse purchased from Moscow-linked PNK Group at a steep markup. A separate report detailed turbulence inside DHS under Secretary Kristi Noem, including private jet travel and the firing — then rehiring — of a Coast Guard pilot over a misplaced blanket. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the Pentagon will end graduate partnerships with Harvard University and review similar programs. A federal grand jury declined to indict Senators Mark Kelly and Elissa Slotkin over a video about refusing illegal orders. Meanwhile, the Bureau of Labor Statistics revised 2024–2025 job numbers down by more than 1.5 million combined — the largest downward revision in decades. And finally, former President Barack Obama clarified he's seen no evidence of extraterrestrials visiting Earth. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: The Daily Beast: Bondi Desperately Tries to Bury Epstein Files for Good—Again ​​WSJ: Thomas Pritzker, Named in Epstein Files, Retires as Hyatt Executive Chairman Reuters: European figures caught in web of Epstein ties  NYT: Europe Worries Trump Poses Threat to Its Financial and Tech Sovereignty News 18: Mark Carney Leads Push To Form Major Trade Bloc As Trump Threatens Canada With Tariffs: Report NBC News: Warmer words but relations remain frosty between the U.S. and its old friends in Europe Axios: What we know about rare poison Russia is accused of using on Navalny WaPo: ICE plans to spend $38B on warehouse conversions WSJ: A Pilot Fired Over Kristi Noem's Missing Blanket and the Constant Chaos Inside DHS CNN: Pentagon may bar tuition aid for top universities in Hegseth's crackdown on ‘biased' schools CNBC: DC grand jury declines to indict Sens. Kelly, Slotkin for seditious conspiracy NYT: Job Growth Was Overstated, New Data Shows CNN: Obama clarifies alien comments after telling podcast ‘they're real' Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send a textPeaches runs a solo Daily Drop Ops Brief and this one's got everything: an Army Futures and Concepts Command elevation, a retired colonel sentenced for sharing classified war plans with a honeypot, and a battalion leader getting four years for secretly recording guests. The Navy manages to collide two ships in the Caribbean, debates doubling ship procurement, and asks for historic funding levels—while the Pentagon eyes a $1.6 trillion defense budget increase. A Marine is declared lost at sea, the Marine Corps passes another clean audit, and an Afghan adoption case survives court. The Air Force wrestles with healthcare access and collaborative combat aircraft software, Space Force pushes quality-of-life fixes, the Coast Guard uses an anti-drone laser near El Paso, and SECDEF skips a NATO meeting while POTUS leans on military leaders for diplomacy. No conspiracy. Just context.⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro and sponsor plug 01:10 Army Futures & Concepts Command elevation 02:45 Retired colonel sentenced in honeypot case 04:10 Battalion leader sentenced for secret recordings 05:15 Two Navy ships collide in Caribbean 06:30 Potential increase in ship procurement 07:00 Historic funding push and budget debate 09:30 Marine declared lost at sea 10:10 Marine Corps clean financial audit 11:00 Afghan adoption ruling upheld 12:00 OTS Alabama plug 13:00 Air Force healthcare access complaints 14:20 Collaborative Combat Aircraft advancement 15:20 Coast Guard anti-drone laser use 16:00 SECDEF skips NATO meeting 16:45 POTUS using military leaders in diplomacy 17:30 Syria base handover 18:00 Ongoing counter-narcotics strikes 18:30 Wrap-up