Podcasts about NATO

World leaders have gathered in China ahead of tomorrow's military parade to mark the end of the Second World War. Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin and Narenda Modi were among the 20 other leaders welcomed to what's been dubbed the 'anti-NATO' summit to discuss global security and economic matters ahead of the event. What can we learn from the relationships between the attendees and how should the West react?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Richard Spencer, China Correspondent, The Times, andCatherine Philp, World Affairs Editor, The Times. Host: Manveen Rana. Producer: Edward Drummond. Clips: APT, Reuters, SCMP.Photo: Getty Images. Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abschreckung bleibt das Best-Case-Szenario, sagt der Generalinspekteur der Bundeswehr Carsten Breuer. Heute beginnt die Großübung Quadriga 2025 – mit 8.000 deutschen Soldaten der Marine, des Heeres, der Luftwaffe und anderer Bereiche.

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CPK miał być hubem logistycznym, który pozwoli w 24 godziny przerzucić 100 tys. żołnierzy USA na wschodnią flankę NATO. Rząd Tuska tę strategię sabotuje – mówi w Radiu Wnet prof. Piotr Grochmalski. Prof. Piotr Grochmalski w Poranku Radia Wnet ostro krytykuje rząd Donalda Tuska za działania wobec kluczowych projektów bezpieczeństwa.To, co rząd Tuska robi w relacjach ze Stanami Zjednoczonymi, jest na granicy zdrady dyplomatycznej. Likwidacja CPK to psucie polskiej strategii, bo hub miał umożliwić szybki przerzut stu tysięcy żołnierzy USA na wschodnią flankę NATO– podkreśla ekspert.Nic dziwnego, że Niemcom się to nie podobało, bo osłabiało ich pozycję, także jako głównego zaplecza logistycznego NATO– dodaje i zaznacza, że to strategiczna inwestycja dla całego regionu.Niemcy i RosjaWedług Grochmalskiego Niemcy od dekad grają własne interesy, budując partnerstwo z Rosją.Niemieckie elity polityczne i dyplomatyczne były wychowywane w duchu ścisłej współpracy z Moskwą. To fundament ich polityki– zauważa.Profesor wskazuje też na rolę Donalda Tuska, który – jak mówi – był traktowany w Berlinie jako „człowiek Niemiec”.Merkel instruowała go, jak prowadzić wojnę wewnętrzną w Polsce. Niemcy i Rosja widzieli w nim polityka, którym łatwo sterować– dodaje.Linia Kaczyńskiego i DudyOdnosząc się do wizyty prezydenta Karola Nawrockiego w USA, Grochmalski zaznacza, że to kontynuacja linii Kaczyńskiego i Dudy.Fakt, że będzie gościem Blair House, to symbol szczególnego traktowania Polski i regionu przez Trumpa. To jasny sygnał geopolityczny– podsumowuje.

NATO's secretary general has warned Russia could launch an attack on the alliance within the next five years. Talk to NATO's two newest members, Finland and Sweden, and they'll tell you preparation involves a lot more than just boosting military spending. As Canada seeks to strengthen ties with both countries, what can we learn from our newest NATO allies about preparing for the worst? Supported by the R. James Travers Foreign Corresponding Fellowship, CBC's The House producer Emma Godmere travelled to the two Nordic countries to visit bomb shelters, the Russian border and military training grounds north of the Arctic Circle to see and hear how Finns and Swedes are steeling themselves for whatever the future may bring.Every Saturday, listen to The House for in-depth explorations of the biggest issues facing Canada. You can find it wherever you get your podcasts, and here: https://link.mgln.ai/IdeasxTTND

NATO's secretary general has warned Russia could launch an attack on the alliance within the next five years. Talk to NATO's two newest members, Finland and Sweden, and they'll tell you preparation involves a lot more than just boosting military spending. As Canada seeks to strengthen ties with both countries, what can we learn from our newest NATO allies about preparing for the worst? Supported by the R. James Travers Foreign Corresponding Fellowship, CBC's The House producer Emma Godmere travelled to the two Nordic countries to visit bomb shelters, the Russian border and military training grounds north of the Arctic Circle to see and hear how Finns and Swedes are steeling themselves for whatever the future may bring.Every Saturday, listen to The House for in-depth explorations of the biggest issues facing Canada. You can find it wherever you get your podcasts, and here: https://link.mgln.ai/FBxTTND

NATO's secretary general has warned Russia could launch an attack on the alliance within the next five years. Talk to NATO's two newest members, Finland and Sweden, and they'll tell you preparation involves a lot more than just boosting military spending. As Canada seeks to strengthen ties with both countries, what can we learn from our newest NATO allies about preparing for the worst? Supported by the R. James Travers Foreign Corresponding Fellowship, CBC's The House producer Emma Godmere travelled to the two Nordic countries to visit bomb shelters, the Russian border and military training grounds north of the Arctic Circle to see and hear how Finns and Swedes are steeling themselves for whatever the future may bring.Every Saturday, listen to The House for in-depth explorations of the biggest issues facing Canada. You can find it wherever you get your podcasts, and here: https://link.mgln.ai/WRxTTND

01. September in 2 Minuten – heute gesprochen von Ani Asvazadurian.

https://thecommunists.org/2025/08/01/news/nato-fails-ukraine-imperialist-problems-worsening/ The west's propaganda war is also coming unstuck as looming defeat creates dissension in the aggressors' ranks. The imminent fall of Konstantinovka is likely to spark a chain reaction, leading inexorably to the complete liberation of Donetsk from Nato's fascist proxies. Subscribe! Donate! Join us in building a bright future for humanity! www.thecommunists.org www.lalkar.org www.redyouth.org Telegram: t.me/thecommunists Twitter: twitter.com/cpgbml Soundcloud: @proletarianradio Rumble: rumble.com/c/theCommunists Odysee: odysee.com/@proletariantv:2 Facebook: www.facebook.com/cpgbml Online Shop: https://shop.thecommunists.org/ Education Program: Each one teach one! www.londonworker.org/education-programme/ Join the struggle www.thecommunists.org/join/ Donate: www.thecommunists.org/donate/  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPQHz3OQnFc Joti Brar: Today I spoke with Garland Nixon about the crisis in the capitalist economies of the west and how their indebtedness and decline is making their war drive ever more urgent and desperate. We talked about how the war on Russia has backfired economically, politically, militarily and socially, and noted how Nato's defeat is deepening the very crisis it was supposed to solve (by providing an orgy of looting for western finance capital at the expense of the Russian people). We discussed how constant concentration of wealth in the hands of a dwindling number of uber-rich is a central feature of capitalist economic life, and how times of crisis will always accelerate this process, so that even quite big businesses fail and are bought up/asset stripped by the few mega-corporations that are big enough to ride out the crisis (for now). We talked about the lessons we are learning at first hand about imperialism and its true nature by witnessing the monstrous crimes of the zionist proxy as a constant live feed. And we noted that the only way to escape the need to pay such horrific blood prices as the slaughters we have been witnessing in Ukraine and Palestine (among many others) is to break the gordian knot of capitalist economic relations and replace production for profit (which today only really serves the hedge fund owners) by a planned economy (which serves the mass of the working people). ______________________________________________ Subscribe! Donate! Join us in building a bright future for humanity! http://www.thecommunists.org http://www.lalkar.org http://www.redyouth.org Telegram: https://t.me/thecommunists Twitter: / cpgbml Soundcloud: / @proletarianradio Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/theCommunists Odysee: https://odysee.com/@proletariantv:2 Facebook: / cpgbml Online Shop: https://shop.thecommunists.org/ Education Program: Each one teach one! http://www.londonworker.org/education... Join the struggle! https://www.thecommunists.org/join/ Donate: https://www.thecommunists.org/donate/

Türkiye açısından ŞİÖ, bir yandan Rusya, Çin ve İran gibi önemli aktörlerle çok taraflı diyalog imkanı sunarken, diğer yandan TDT, İİT ve NATO gibi örgütlerle kurulan çok boyutlu dış politikanın tamamlayıcı bir ayağına dönüşmektedir. Yazan: Dr. Kadir TemizSeslendiren: Halil İbrahim Ciğer

Musel jsem ocenit, že Petr Fiala jde i do nepřátelského prostředí, do nějaké konfrontace. Andrej Babiš je spíše chráněný od střetu s lidmi, kteří s ním nesouhlasí. Nejde někam, kde by na něj lidi vyjeli, říká exministr Tomáš Petříček k vrcholící kampani před sněmovními volbami. Kteří politici si kontaktní kampaň užívají nejvíc? Jak sofistikovaně se předvolební kampaně chystají? A jaká témata zatím do letošního boje o voliče promlouvají nejvíc?   Téma pro Marii Bastlovou, sociologa a šéfa výzkumné agentury STEM Martina Buchtíka a jejich hosta, bývalého ministra zahraničí v druhé vládě Andreje Babiše a bývalého člena SOCDEM Tomáše Petříčka v dalším díle speciálu Ptám se já – Rok voleb.Strany spustily ostrou fázi kampaně před říjnovými volbami do Poslanecké sněmovny a podle Tomáše Petříčka je výrazně jiná než dřív.„Kontaktní kampaň běží dál, ale strany dnes řeší mnohem intenzivněji komunikaci na sociálních sítích, protože tam se dělá ten rozdíl, tam se dá mobilizovat. Tam oslovují voliče, které na ulici nepotkají. I na mítink etablovaných stran přijdou většinou lidé, kteří jsou rozhodnutí, sympatizanti nebo odpůrci,“ řekl bývalý vrcholný politik. Sám měl podle svých slov setkávání s voliči a celkový zápřah v předvolební kampaní rád, dnes mu ale nic z toho nechybí. Se sociologem Martinem Buchtíkem se Tomáš Petříček shodl, že letošní kontaktní kampaň si zjevně nejvíce užívá šéf opozičního hnutí ANO Andrej Babiš. Vyzdvihl ale zejména práci lídra vládní koalice Spolu Petra Fialy.„Musel jsem ocenit, že Petr Fiala je připravený jít i do nepřátelského prostředí, do nějaké konfrontace. Často mi přijde, že Andrej Babiš je trochu chráněný od střetu s lidmi, kteří s ním nesouhlasí. Že má rád, když je obklopen lidmi, kteří oceňují to, co dělá, kteří mu vyjadřují sympatie. A nejde úplně do prostředí, kde by na něj lidi hned vyjeli,“ řekl Petříček. Světlý moment, ke kterému se koalice Spolu ráda vracíPodle sociologa Buchtíka v letošní kampani koalice Spolu (složené z ODS, TOP 09 a KDU-ČSL) výrazně více zaznívají hesla typu „nechceme žít v zemi, která se ubírá na Východ“ a ohrožení Česka se zároveň více spojuje s Andrejem Babišem a jeho návratem k moci. „Vysvětluji si to tím, že ODS, tato vláda postavila zahraniční politiku jako svoji vlajkovou loď, zejména od ruské invaze na Ukrajinu. Na podpoře Ukrajiny, bezpečnosti chtěla mobilizovat svoje podporovatele a pokračuje v tom. Takže to je setrvačnost, využití momentu, kdy po problémech v počátku vládnutí najednou přišla chvíle, kdy se Petr Fiala stal státníkem, začal proaktivně řešit evropskou reakci na ruskou agresi. To byl nějaký světlý moment, takže k tomu se rádi vrací,“ řekl exministr Petříček a dodal:„Druhá věc, bohužel smutnější, je, že je to možná programová politická vyprázdněnost v jiných oblastech.“Dělení politických sil na prozápadní a provýchodní zároveň Petříček označil za nebezpečné. „Tady byla poměrně velká shoda, už v devadesátých letech, že patříme na Západ, že jsme tam vždy patřili a patříme politicky i kulturně.“„Nejsem žádný velký sympatizant Andreje Babiše, ale říkat, že Andrej Babiš nás zatáhne do Ruska? To nikdy nedělal. Vždy akcentoval, že jsme v Evropské unii, máme být v NATO. To, že se mi nemuselo líbit něco, co dělal ve vztahu k Viktorovi Orbánovi, to, že má tendence k autoritářskému pohledu na svět, to je pravda. Ale nikdy to nebyl někdo, kdo by nás chtěl prodávat Rusákům.“ „To, že ho ale teď stále tlačíme do toho, že on takový je, mu možná nejen pomáhá u části elektorátu. Ale část elektorátu se s tím potom ztotožňuje a ze zahraničněpolitické orientace země se dělá předmět volby. To do jisté míry vytváří nebezpečí, že část společnosti si najednou řekne: No, tak jo, tak asi patříme radši na východ,“ varoval bývalý ministr zahraničí. Je česká společnost skutečně tak rozdělená, jak by se mohlo zdát? Čeká nás do voleb v kampani ještě nějaké překvapení? A dostane se SOCDEM do Sněmovny? --V bonusovém projektu pořadu Ptám se já – Rok voleb moderátorka Marie Bastlová a sociolog Martin Buchtík glosují zásadní trendy a témata letošních sněmovních voleb.  Sledujte na Seznam Zprávách, poslouchejte na Podcasty.cz a ve všech podcastových aplikacích.Archiv všech dílů najdete tady. Své postřehy, připomínky nebo tipy nám pište prostřednictvím sociálních sítí pod hashtagem #ptamseja nebo na e-mail: audio@sz.cz.

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Adam Bielan podkreśla, że wizyta Karola Nawrockiego w Białym Domu ma ogromną wagę symboliczną: „to pierwszy przywódca regionu, który odbędzie długie, bilateralne rozmowy z Donaldem Trumpem”. Prezydent Karol Nawrocki już 3 września spotka się w Waszyngtonie z Donaldem Trumpem. To pierwsza podróż zagraniczna nowego prezydenta i – jak podkreśla europoseł Adam Bielan – jedno z najszybciej zorganizowanych spotkań w Białym Domu w historii.Nie przypominam sobie przypadku, by nowo wybrany prezydent, krócej niż miesiąc po zaprzysiężeniu, odbywał wizytę u prezydenta Stanów Zjednoczonych. To ogromne osiągnięcie i dowód, jak wielką wagę mają relacje polsko-amerykańskie– mówi polityk PiS.Bezpieczeństwo EuropyZdaniem Bielana głównym tematem rozmów będzie bezpieczeństwo Europy i Polski, w tym przyszłość obecności wojsk amerykańskich na kontynencie.Bez zaangażowania USA bylibyśmy znacznie mniej bezpieczni. Dziś w Europie stacjonuje około 100 tysięcy amerykańskich żołnierzy, w tym 20 tysięcy wysłanych dodatkowo po agresji Rosji na Ukrainę. Istnieją obawy, że ta liczba zostanie zmniejszona w związku z przygotowaniami Stanów Zjednoczonych do obrony Tajwanu. Nam zależy, by Polska i Rumunia – kraje kluczowe dla wschodniej flanki NATO – utrzymały jak największą obecność wojsk USA– podkreśla europoseł.Relacje gospodarczePodczas wizyty w Białym Domu poruszona ma być także kwestia współpracy gospodarczej, w tym rozwój energetyki jądrowej w Polsce. Bielan przypomina, że amerykański projekt budowy elektrowni atomowej Westinghouse utknął w miejscu, a koreański inwestor wycofał się z drugiego projektu.To efekt bierności obecnego rządu Donalda Tuska, który wstrzymuje kluczowe dla konkurencyjności Polski inwestycje infrastrukturalne– ocenia.Wyróżnienie NawrockiegoPrezydent Nawrocki będzie pierwszym przywódcą z Europy Środkowo-Wschodniej, który odbędzie długie, bilateralne rozmowy z Donaldem Trumpem. Jak dodaje Bielan, to ważny sygnał także dla krajów bałtyckich obawiających się rosyjskiej agresji.Podczas wizyty prezydenta Nawrockiego w Waszyngtonie ważny będzie także kontekst regionalny. Będzie on pierwszym przywódcą z naszego regionu, który odbędzie długie, bilateralne rozmowy z prezydentem Trumpem. To ważne z punktu widzenia krajów bałtyckich, które obawiają się zarówno agresji militarnej, jak i hybrydowej ze strony Rosji. Trwają manewry rosyjsko-białoruskie przy granicach, co budzi duży niepokój w Wilnie, Rydze czy Tallinnie – i oczywiście będzie tematem rozmów– powiedział.Wizyta w Waszyngtonie zakończy się briefingiem prasowym, a następnie delegacja uda się do Rzymu, gdzie prezydent spotka się z premier Włoch Giorgią Meloni i papieżem Leonem XIV.

TU/e Rector Magnificus Silvia Lenaerts kicked off the new academic year with an opening speech.A panel discussed the question: ‘What conditions must the Hague create to enable innovation clusters like Brainport to thrive and strengthen European competitiveness?' Participants included Eindhoven mayor and former Minister of Finance Jeroen Dijsselbloem, Sophie in 't Veld (from 2004 to 2024 Member of the European Parliament), start-up advisor and Lightyear founder Lex Hoefsloot, and researcher Maaike Okano-Heijmans, program head of Geopolitics of Technology and Digitization at the Clingendael Institute.This year, TU Eindhoven invited Dutch Minister of Defense Ruben Brekelmans, who sketched a world not of closer cooperation, but of strategic rivalry: "Imperalism is back almost everywhere, including in Europe. In 2030 Putin wants to be ready for a large scale confrontation with NATO. In short, the Netherlands is not at war today.But we're not living fully in peace, either.We're living in the grey zone between war and peace. Russia is testing our readiness and studying our preparedness. This is not only with hard military power, as we all know, it is already conducting hybrid attacks in Europe, such as cyber-attacks and sabotage operations."According to the minister, innovation and new technologies make the difference for our own security. "That's why the region of Eindhoven is crucial to our security. Nowadays, we often talk about Defence expenditures, but it is better to talk about Defence investments. Our Defence budgets should not only be an investment in our security, but also in our economy, innovation, technology and our scientific qualities. We need to create more reciprocal opportunities – stimulating science and the economy, foster innovation, employment and entrepreneurship in this region, and incorporate insights and innovation into all areas of Defence operations."His talk was interrupted several times by pro-Palestine activities. TUe and the minister offered to handle a couple of questions after the presentation, provided that he could finish his talk first. As activities continued to interrupt the talk, police intervene

Ohne das milliardenschwere Bundeswehr-Sondervermögen wäre die Nato "wahrscheinlich auseinandergefallen", sagte Kanzler Friedrich Merz im ZDF. Stimmt das? Einschätzungen von ARD-Korrepondentin Sabrina Fritz.

Stāsta mūziķe un diplomāte Vita Timermane-Moora. 2005. gada oktobrī Francijas lielākais laikraksts Le Monde rakstīja: „Eiropas Savienības jaunpienācēja, mazā Baltijas valsts Latvija ar galvaspilsētu Rīgu piedāvā daudznozaru festivālu Etonnante Lettonie, kas notiks no 30. oktobra līdz 10. decembrim četrās Francijas metropolēs: Parīzē, Strasbūrā, Lionā un Bordo. Instalācija Les Pierres parlantes, kas iecerēta kā Latvijas kultūras simbols, cirkulēs pa četrām pilsētām." Festivāls „Pārsteidzošā Latvija” ar vairāk nekā 70 projektu palīdzību pētīja Latvijas tradīcijas un radošumu mūzikā, skatuves mākslās, vizuālajā mākslā, literatūrā, kino, kultūras mantojumā. Tas bija pirmais liela mēroga valstiski koordinētais publiskās diplomātijas pasākums pēc Latvijas valsts atjaunošanas. Vaira Vīķe-Freiberga, mūsu prezidente, bija festivāla patronese, savukārt par festivāla krustvecākiem tika iecelta franču aktrise un režisore Dominika Blāna un izcilais mākslas zinātnieks Imants Lancmanis. Vai zini, kā tas sākās? Kad 2003. gadā Latvijas prezidente Vaira Vīķe-Freiberga oficiālā vizītē apmeklēja Parīzi, uz Elizejas pils kāpnēm viņu sagaidīja Francijas kolēģis Žaks Širaks, kurš ar autentisku franču eleganci noskūpstīja mūsu prezidentes roku, un toreizējā televīzija un prese nodrošināja, ka šis tēls saglabājās daudzās Latvijas un Francijas preses atmiņās. Var teikt, ka Eiropas tautas folklorā skūpsts ir atmodas simbols, pasakās tieši tas izvelk no miega dzīlēm apburtās princeses. Bet kāpēc „Pārsteidzošā Latvija”? Etonante Lettonie ir vārdu spēle, aliterācija ar „ton, ton”, un tā ir vēstnieka Rolanda Lappuķes ātra, rotaļīga ideja, sekojot iepriekšējo kultūras sezonu, piemēram, Armenie mon ami, Bresil-Bresils pēdām. L`ettonante Lettonie vai rezultātā Etonnante Lettonie rada muzikalitāti un ritmu, kas padara nosaukumu vieglāk iegaumējamu un priecīgāk uztveramu nekā, piemēram, vienkārši Saison de la Lettonie. Vārds "etonnante" franču valodā nes pozitīvu nozīmi – pārsteidzošs, apbrīnojams, aizraujošs. Liekot to kopā ar "Lettonie" Latvija tiek atklāta kā interesanta, oriģināla, neparasta, tieši tāda, kādu francūži to tobrīd nepazina. Tā ir mērķtiecīga ietekmes diplomātija caur valodas izvēli veidot labvēlīgu pirmo iespaidu. Etonnante Lettonie festivāla galveno vēstījumu un spilgtāko notikumu veidoja instalācija, informācijas telpa, performance un ceļojošs objekts Les Pierres parlantes jeb „Runājošie akmeņi”. Tie bija deviņi dažāda izmēra akmeņi, kas nāca no Latvijas laukiem un jūras malas. Tie bija skatāmi Parīzē, Lionā, Bordo un Strasbūrā. Šie akmeņi gan runāja, gan dziedāja. Deviņi akmeņi – deviņas dažādas izsmalcinātas, enerģiskas, smalkas vai pieticīgas latviešu personības, kas uzrunāja frančus franču valodā, stāstot viņiem par valsti, no kuras viņi nāk. Katrs akmens ar savu temperamentu un raksturu aizsāka diskusiju, kuras mērķis ir piesaistīt, informēt un arī izklaidēt Francijas iedzīvotājus. Jāatzīst, ka tā bija Latvijas reklāma ar scenogrāfijas elementiem cilvēku diplomātijas garā, un akmeņi kļuva arī par visa festivāla logo. Kā rakstīja Francijas prese, vienam no šiem akmeņiem ir seja, kuras acis pusatvērtas pārsteigumā, imitējot francūžu pēkšņu pārsteiguma izteiksmi, dzirdot vārdu Latvija. Deviņi akmeņi, kas mostas, tiklīdz uz tiem krīt skatiens, līdzīgi kā skūpsts, kas pamodina princesi ar vēlmi pārsteigt. Latvija ierodas Francijā. Katras stundas sākumā akmeņi pamodās, iedziedājās un galu galā daudzbalsīgi dziedāja jestro latviešu tautasdziesmu „Liku bēdu zem akmeņa”. Pirmo reizi Francijas iniciētā kultūras programma jeb kultūras sezona runāja par kultūras, ekonomikas un politikas mijiedarbību. Programma tiks salāgota visos valsts līmeņos – gan kultūras, gan ekonomikas, gan politiskā ziņā. Bet svarīgi, ka programmas izveides pamatā bija četri kritēriji: tā bija savstarpēji līdzvērtīgu institūciju sadarbība pēc vienošanās, līdzvērtīgas izmaksas, publicitātes nodrošinājums un sadarbības ilgtspēja. Kādi bijuši festivāla ieguvumi? Tiek lēsts, ka runājošos akmeņus redzēja un dzirdēja ceturtdaļmiljons apmeklētāju. Un sadarbība tiešām turpinājās. Prezidentes vizītes laikā no 2005. gada 7. līdz 9. novembrim tika pieņemts lēmums organizēt Francijas atbildes programmu Latvijā 2007. gada pavasarī, un tas bija „Francijas pavasaris”. Tik ātri, lai paspētu to realizēt pirms abu prezidentu pilnvaru termiņa beigām. Protams, jāatceras, ka Francijas prezidents Žaks Širaks oficiālā vizītē apmeklēja Latviju jau 2001. gadā un arī 2006. gadā NATO samita laikā Rīgā, un pēc abiem lielajiem festivāliem 2008. gada 23. maijā Latvijas un Francijas premjerministri parakstīja politisko deklarāciju par Latvijas un Francijas stratēģisko partnerību, kurā tika pārskatītas abu valstu attiecības pēc Latvijas pievienošanās Eiropas Savienībai un NATO un definētas svarīgākās vadlīnijas turpmākai divpusējai sadarbībai. Un mēs skaidri redzam, ka šī sadarbība turpinās arī šodien – turpinājums „Pārsteidzošajai Latvijai” un „Francijas pavasarim” bija arī Baltijas simbolistu izstādē Orsē muzejā Parīzē 2018. gadā.

Partner on this video: KYIV OF MINE 'Kyiv of Mine' is a documentary series about Ukraine's beautiful capital, Kyiv. The film production began in 2018, and much has changed since then. It is now 2025, and this story is far from over.https://www.youtube.com/@UCz6UbVKfqutH-N7WXnC5Ykg https://www.kyivofmine.com/#theprojectKyiv of Mine is fast paced, beautifully filmed, humorous, fun, insightful, heartbreaking, moving, hopeful. The very antithesis in fact of a doom-laden and worthy wartime documentary. This is a work that is extraordinarily uplifting. My friend Operator Starsky says the film is “Made with so much love. The film series will make you laugh and cry.” ----------ABOUT BEN HODGES:Ben Hodges is a retired United States Army officer, who became commander of United States Army Europe in November 2014, and held that position for three years until retiring from the United States Army in January 2018. Until recently he was the Pershing Chair in Strategic Studies, at the Centre for European Policy Analysis, specialising in NATO, Transatlantic relationship and international security. ----------DESCRIPTION: Analyzing Global and Domestic Tensions: Insights with Ben HodgesIn this episode, host Jonathan discusses with retired U.S. Army officer Ben Hodges the alarming disrespect from the Kremlin towards the Trump administration and the West. They delve into Russia's attacks on EU and UK assets in Ukraine and the lack of substantial U.S. response. Importantly, they examine President Trump's admiration for authoritarian leaders and his actions reminiscent of dictatorial regimes. The conversation extends to potential democratic threats in the U.S., internal resistance within the U.S. military, and the controversial Greenland covert influence operation. Additionally, viewers are introduced to the 'Kyiv of Mine' documentary series, presenting a humanistic perspective on Ukraine's capital. The discussion concludes with contemplation on the impact of U.S. policy on international relations and defense strategies.----------CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:54 Russia's Aggression and Western Response03:59 Trump's Admiration for Authoritarian Leaders07:34 Concerns Over US Democratic Institutions10:54 Promoting the Documentary 'Kyiv of Mine'13:24 Speculations on Military and Political Maneuvers24:09 Concluding Remarks and Final Thoughts----------LINKS:https://twitter.com/general_benhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Hodges https://cepa.org/author/ben-hodges/ https://warsawsecurityforum.org/speaker/hodges-ben-lt-gen/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hodges-1674b1172/ ----------SILICON CURTAIN FILM FUNDRAISERA project to make a documentary film in Ukraine, to raise awareness of Ukraine's struggle and in supporting a team running aid convoys to Ukraine's front-line towns.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Save Ukrainehttps://www.saveukraineua.org/Superhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyślhttps://kharpp.com/NOR DOG Animal Rescuehttps://www.nor-dog.org/home/-----------

Let's talk about Trump being called a Russian asset by a NATO member President....

In this episode of The Mel K Show, I am joined once again by E.M. Burlingham, a voice of clarity in a time when truth is buried under layers of distraction, propaganda, and misinformation. With chaos in the news cycle and endless noise on social media, it is more important than ever to separate what matters from what is designed to mislead. E.M. brings his sharp analysis and global perspective to help us understand the forces shaping today's world. We begin with the situation in Europe and the growing tensions surrounding Ukraine, NATO, and the EU. E.M. explains why the conflict has less to do with defending democracy and more to do with entrenched power structures trying to preserve their influence. He describes Europe's relationship with the United States and Russia as a “divorce,” one that has been in the making since 2016 and is now heading toward a final settlement. In his view, the realignment that is coming will reshape the geopolitical order and leave Europe isolated from both America and Russia. We also discuss the danger of escalating toward global war. While many in the media push narratives designed to spark fear about a third world conflict, E.M. points out that recent U.S. leadership has made it clear that Article 5 of the NATO treaty will not be a blank check for endless intervention. This is a major shift that signals the United States is unwilling to be dragged into a full-scale war by European or NATO elites. From there, our conversation touches on broader global hotspots, including the Middle East. While tensions between Israel and Iran remain volatile, E.M. suggests that the possibility of this region igniting into a wider war is also diminishing. What we are seeing instead, he argues, is a desperate attempt by entrenched powers to provoke crises that no longer serve the strategic interests of larger players. Throughout our discussion, E.M. emphasizes the importance of viewing these conflicts not through the lens of media talking points but through the deeper realities of shifting alliances, failed leadership, and financial structures that are losing their grip. This is not about simple left-versus-right politics. It is about the collapse of an outdated world order and the emergence of something new. Here is what you will learn in this episode: Why Europe's future may be one of isolation as the U.S. and Russia shift their focus How NATO has transformed into an offensive force that no longer serves the people Why the threat of a third world war is being exaggerated and what is actually at stake The role of entrenched financial and political elites in fueling global crises How citizens can cut through distraction and understand the bigger picture This is a conversation for anyone who wants to move beyond the noise and see what is really happening on the world stage. E.M. Burlingham has the depth of knowledge and the courage to tell the truth in a way that makes sense. If you are tired of being manipulated by false narratives, this episode will give you the clarity and perspective you need. Learn more about and follow E.M. Burlingame: https://x.com/EMBurlingame https://emburlingame.substack.com www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07MHCW628

NATO's secretary general has warned Russia could launch an attack on the alliance within the next five years. Talk to NATO's two newest members, Finland and Sweden, and they'll tell you preparation involves a lot more than just boosting military spending. As Canada seeks to strengthen ties with both countries, what can we learn from our newest NATO allies about preparing for the worst?Supported by the R. James Travers Foreign Corresponding Fellowship, CBC's Emma Godmere travelled to the two Nordic countries to visit bomb shelters, the Russian border and military training grounds north of the Arctic Circle to see and hear how Finns and Swedes are steeling themselves for whatever the future may bring.This episode features the voices of: Elina Valtonen, Finland's minister of foreign affairsViktoria Hjort Malmer, defence policy director at Sweden's Ministry of DefenceJanne Kuusela, director general, defence policy department at Finland's Ministry of DefenceAntti Virta, deputy commander, Southeast Finland Border Guard DistrictSamuel Siljanen, head of operations, Southeast Finland Border Guard DistrictLt.-Col. Mikael Dalin, Swedish ArmyLt.-Col. Jukka Vuorisalmi, Finnish ArmyNina Järvenkylä, Helsinki City Rescue DepartmentHarri Mikkola, programme director for Finnish foreign policy, northern European security and NATO at the Finnish Institute of International AffairsNiklas Granholm, deputy director of studies, Swedish Defence Research AgencySara Myrdal, director of international affairs, Swedish Civil Contingencies Agencyand residents of Lappeenranta, Rovaniemi, and Helsinki, Finland; and Stockholm, Sweden

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:  First—Israel is taking the gloves off with the Iranian-back Houthis, unleashing targeted airstrikes on Thursday aimed at eliminating the military and political leadership of the Yemen-based terror group. Later in the show—The Trump administration has approved the sale of thousands of extended-range cruise missiles to Ukraine through NATO partners, marking the first major arms sale of new weapons to the war-torn country since President Trump returned to office. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Stash Financial: Don't Let your money sit around. Go to ⁠https://get.stash.com/PDB⁠ to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase. Jacked Up Fitness: Get the all-new Shake Weight by Jacked Up Fitness at ⁠https://JackedUpShakeWeight.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kennedy's firing of CDC director: A coup against science and public health / Kiev attack and NATO escalation threaten direct war between Russia and Europe / Guards riot, beat immigrant detainees at “Alligator Alcatraz” concentration camp in Florida Everglades

Ben Hodges is a retired United States Army officer, who became commander of United States Army Europe in November 2014, and held that position for three years until retiring from the United States Army in January 2018. Until recently he was the Pershing Chair in Strategic Studies, at the Centre for European Policy Analysis, specialising in NATO, Transatlantic relationship and international security. ----------DESCRIPTION: Geopolitical Tensions: Russia's Aggression and Strategic Implications - With Ben HodgesIn this episode, Jonathan interviews Ben Hodges, retired United States Army officer and former commander of United States Army Europe. The discussion covers a range of geopolitical issues, including Russia's recent attacks on EU, UK, and US assets in Ukraine, and the potential consequences of perceived US disengagement under the Trump administration. Hodges shares insights on the likelihood of Russia feeling emboldened to act against NATO countries and the strategic importance of Europe acting collectively as a superpower. The conversation also delves into the tactical behaviors of both Putin and Trump, the risks of inadvertent escalation into a larger conflict, and the necessity for Europe to defend itself and support Ukraine in the absence of consistent US backing.----------CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:58 Current Geopolitical Tensions01:31 Trump Administration's Impact on Global Politics02:09 Russia's Tactical Moves and Global Reactions04:04 Europe's Role and Strategic Interests07:58 Ukraine's Defense and Strategic Moves11:59 Potential Future Scenarios and Strategic Planning20:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts----------LINKS:https://twitter.com/general_benhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Hodges https://cepa.org/author/ben-hodges/ https://warsawsecurityforum.org/speaker/hodges-ben-lt-gen/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hodges-1674b1172/ ----------SILICON CURTAIN FILM FUNDRAISERA project to make a documentary film in Ukraine, to raise awareness of Ukraine's struggle and in supporting a team running aid convoys to Ukraine's front-line towns.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Save Ukrainehttps://www.saveukraineua.org/Superhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyślhttps://kharpp.com/NOR DOG Animal Rescuehttps://www.nor-dog.org/home/-----------

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Neuer Wehrdienst, Nationaler Sicherheitsrat, der Bau einer neuen Fabrik für Artilleriemunition: Diese Woche wurde von Schlagzeilen beherrscht, die es ohne den russischen Angriffskrieg gegen die Ukraine wohl nicht gegeben hätte, sagt Host Anna Engelke in der neuen Ausgabe von Streitkräfte und Strategien. Die einzelnen Punkte beleuchtet sie mit dem Sicherheitsexperten Christian Mölling. Die Zuversicht von Bundeskanzler Merz, mit dem neuen Wehrdienst-Modell ausreichend junge Menschen für die Bundeswehr gewinnen zu können, teilt der Senior Advisor am European Policy Center nicht. Er spricht über Versäumnisse bei der Anwerbung und Hoffnungsschimmer. Positiver sieht Mölling die Einrichtung des Nationalen Sicherheitsrates. Dessen größte Herausforderung sei es, sich nicht vom Tagesgeschäft treiben zu lassen, sondern auf die strategische Perspektive zu schauen. Außerdem schätzt der Sicherheitsexperte ein, ob die getroffenen Entscheidungen Eindruck auf den russischen Machthaber Putin ausüben. Dass der in naher Zukunft an einem Gipfel teilnehmen wird, um einen Frieden zu verhandeln, ist derzeit eher unwahrscheinlich. Nichts deutet darauf hin, erklärt Kai Küstner. Vielmehr scheine es, als sei das Treffen mit US-Präsident Trump in Alaska großes Theater gewesen, u.a. um neue US-Sanktionen gegen Russland abzuwenden. Für großes Entsetzen hat ein russischer Luftangriff auf Kiew gesorgt, bei dem mehr als 20 Menschen getötet wurden, darunter auch Kinder. Die EU-Außenbeauftragte Kaja Kallas befand, Putin mache sich damit über die Friedensbemühungen lustig. Bei dem Luftschlag wurden auch Büros der EU beschädigt, die ein neues, ein 19.Sanktionspaket auf den Weg bringen will. Auf europäischer Ebene wird außerdem weiterhin über Sicherheitsgarantien diskutiert. Lob und Kritik, alles bitte per Mail an streitkraefte@ndr.de Das ganze Interview mit Christian Mölling: https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/info/moelling-zweckoptimismus-bei-freiwilligem-wehrdienst,audio-272652.html Alle Folgen von “Streitkräfte und Strategien”: https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/info/podcast2998.html

Jewish Policy Center Senior Director Shoshana Bryen hosted Professor Mark Meirowitz, a foreign policy and Turkey expert from SUNY Maritime College, for a deep dive into Ankara's growing regional role, its involvement in Syria's evolution, and its increasingly fraught relationship with Israel. With characteristic clarity and urgency, Prof. Meirowitz broke down the labyrinth of regional alliances and rivalries, calling the situation “literally mind-boggling” and comparing Syria to a “petri dish for chaos.” HTS, Al-Shara, and the Shake-up in Syria The ousting of Bashar Assad by the jihadist group Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), led by Ahmed al-Shara (also known as al-Jolani), marks a significant shift in Syria's power structure—and possibly the region's. Once associated with al-Qaeda and ISIS, al-Jolani now wears suits and promotes a veneer of moderation. “Maybe the Turks provided him with some of these outfits,” Meirowitz quipped, questioning the authenticity of his transformation. Al-Jolani was “boosted by” Turkish support, Meirowitz explained, calling him a Turkish client rather than an independent actor. HTS's limited control—bolstered by foreign fighters like Uyghurs—has led to violent, sectarian repression, particularly against Alawites, Druze, Christians, and Kurds. “We're with al-Shara, and a lot of people are depending on him,” Meirowitz said ominously. Turkey's Interests: Stabilizing Syria to Serve Domestic Needs Turkey's involvement, Meirowitz stressed, is strategic. With over 3 million Syrian refugees inside its borders, Ankara is pressuring Damascus to stabilize and repatriate them. “The Turks want them back to Syria,” he said, noting the domestic strain and political sensitivity of the refugee crisis. Turkey has walked a fine line—signing infrastructure and defense agreements with HTS-controlled Syria while avoiding giving it full military autonomy. “Turkey's position is that Al-Shara is the go-to person… Let al-Shara unify the country,” Meirowitz explained. But internal Kurdish dynamics—particularly involving PKK, now in peace talks with Erdogan's government—make full alignment with HTS and Syrian Kurds tenuous. Will Turkey's NATO Membership Complicate It All? One of the more sobering insights from Meirowitz was the hypothetical scenario of Turkey, a NATO power, declaring a no-fly zone over Syria—potentially triggering Article 5 protections if hostilities break out with Israel. “That, to me, is the number one worry… that Israel and Turkey would come to conflict,” he warned. He emphasized the ongoing “deconfliction meetings” between Israel and Turkey, and Israel and Syria—possibly triangulating with al-Jolani himself. But of all the moving parts, Meirowitz emphasized Turkey's NATO status remains a critical leverage point: “Let's be realistic here. If there was a skirmish…Article 5 could be on the table.” Humanitarian Crises and Jihadi Control: Who is Really Running Syria? The ongoing massacres of minorities, particularly the Druze in Suweida, raise urgent questions about al-Jolani's power. “Has he lost control over the jihadis in his own ranks?” Meirowitz pondered, highlighting the grim possibility of Syria spiraling toward becoming a full-blown jihadi state. “The optics are totally opposed to [the idea of moderation],” he said, noting public executions and forced beard-shaving of Druze men as disturbing parallels to Nazi visual propaganda. “Clearly, this is reprehensible. The United States isn’t going to stand for it,” he added, referring to conditional American Congressional support for lifting sanctions on Syria.  Erdogan's Domestic Calculations: Kurds, Elections, and Power Turning inward, Turkey's President Erdoğan is eyeing another term in 2028. Despite constitutional term limits, he may seek early elections or amendments—with the support of Kurdish parliamentarians. “He’s very popular in Turkey,” Meirowitz said, crediting Erdoğan's projection of Turkey as a global power broker. “Turkey's been made into a player on the world stage.” However, he noted Turkey's lira is down, inflation is high, and economic growth is tenuous beneath the surface. This tension is compounded by Erdoğan's crackdown on political opponents, including jailing rivals and invalidating degrees to prevent candidacies. The Bigger Stage: Turkey in Africa, NATO, and the UN Turkey's ambitions extend far beyond Syria. From military expansion in Africa to attempting alignment with BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, Ankara aims to diversify its global relevance. “They see themselves as undervalued,” noted Meirowitz. “It's not aggrandizement—it's coming from a feeling of being ignored.” Erdogan's call that “the world is bigger than five” is a veiled critique of the UN Security Council's permanent members—hinting at Turkey's desire for global restructuring that reflects its new stature. “They're trying to flex their muscles,” as one webinar participant insightfully noted.  Israel, Hamas, and the Limits of Pragmatism Meirowitz criticized Turkey's staunch support for Hamas and Hezbollah, calling it “a rabbit hole of disaster.” While support for Palestinian causes earns Erdogan domestic points, it's constraining Turkey's global relationships. “If everybody's a freedom fighter, that doesn't fly,” he said. At times, Israel and Turkey have found pragmatic partnership—like continued trade and oil transits during Syria's civil war—but the anti-Israel posture, sanctions, and rhetoric place those gains at risk. “We need to get together,” Meirowitz relayed from a Turkish businessman. “We like the same things… same food… same values.” Final Thoughts: Cautious Optimism, But Beware the Fault Lines In his closing remarks, Prof. Meirowitz struck a “guarded optimism” tone for Turkey's trajectory. “I believe Turkish leadership is going to give further thought to these directions,” he said, hoping Ankara will reconsider its Hamas alliance for more fruitful cooperation with Israel and the West. Bryen offered sober context: “Israel and Iran were friends once, too—until they weren't.” As Prof. Meirowitz put it, “Hamas is not a future for Turkey.” As the region’s political tectonics keep shifting, one question looms: Will Turkey's pragmatism prevail over ideology—or will ambition lead it down a path of strategic overreach? The answer, as Bryen put it, remains a moving thread.

Į LRT girdi kreipėsi klausytojas, kuris sako, kad turi klausimą Vilniaus savivaldybei dėl vis iš naujo asfaltuojamos kelio dangos.Europos transliuotojų sąjunga, bendradarbiaudama su žurnalistais Gazos ruože, parengė išsamų pasakojimą, kuriame atskleidžiamos badą anklave išgyvenančių vietos žmonių istorijos. Nuo maisto trūkumo kenčiantys žurnalistai filmavo rizikingą kelionę, per kurią siekė gauti maisto ir kitos humanitarinės pagalbos, lankėsi ligoninėse ir vietinių namuose.Rugsėjo viduryje, kaip skelbiama, 12–16 dienomis, Baltarusijos teritorijoje, netoli Lietuvos sienos, vyks pratybos „Zapad“. Paprastai šių pratybų tikslas - treniruoti veiksmus prieš tariamą NATO šalių agresiją. Tuo metu Lietuvos kariuomenė padidins parengtį, taip pat dalyje pasienio su Baltarusija jau uždaryta oro erdvė, siekiant išvengti rizikų. Kas šiandien žinoma apie Zapad pratybas?Vasaros sostine tituluojama Palanga pasitinka paskutinį šio sezono savaitgalį. Anot kurorto verslininkų, nors ši vasara orais ir nelepino, pats sezonas blogas nebuvo. Stebima ir kita tendencija - dalis tautiečių poilsiui Palangą renkasi rudenį. Specialistai atviri - tokie poilsiautojai gali ne tik mėgautis vis dar šiltais orais, bet ir sutaupyti. Koks gi buvo šis vasaros sezonas Palangoje?Ved. Rūta Kupetytė

Send us a textPeaches is back in the team room roasting bureaucracy, butchering rare earth minerals, and breaking down the latest defense chaos. From the Kabul Abbey Gate report that probably won't change a thing, to U.S. troops in Indonesia firing Stingers for fun, to the Pentagon finally realizing maybe letting China work on our cloud wasn't genius—this drop is loaded. He rants about B-21 bombers, F-35 sustainment deals, NATO missile shopping, and why the DoD still can't buy software faster than a TikTok update. Oh, and yes, stolen valor talk is coming—but Peaches is taking it from a new angle you haven't heard yet. Strap in, this one swings between hilarious and brutal.⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – What the hell is “attributes-based selection” anyway? 01:20 – Nashville OTS details: land drills, gorilla work, and pool punishment 02:45 – Kabul Abbey Gate review: skepticism level = max 04:00 – Stinger missiles in Indonesia: sounds fun, where do we sign up? 04:45 – Pentagon lets China touch our cloud (what could go wrong?) 05:45 – Anthropic AI jumps into national security 06:30 – Air Force CCA tests: future dogfights, but make it autonomous 07:20 – B-21 stealth bomber update (spoiler: still badass) 08:05 – Why the tech “Valley of Death” is crushing innovation 08:50 – Poland drops $1.85B on F-35 sustainment 09:30 – Rare earths, neodymium, and Peaches' failed spelling bee 10:00 – NATO Sidewinder shopping spree 10:20 – AI in combat: DoD finally states the obvious 11:20 – Peaches previews a stolen valor episode with Nate—expect heat

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Členství Ukrajiny v NATO je na dohlednou dobu u ledu. Minimálně do doby, kdy bude v Bílém domě Donald Trump a nebude dojednaný relativně stabilní mír, je přesvědčený bezpečnostní analytik Vojtěch Bahenský z Institutu politologických studií Univerzity Karlovy. Rusko mezitím dál masivně útočí, mrtvé hlásí i Kyjev. „Ukrajina je blíž míru mikroskopicky. Zásadní posun je, že jednání jsou nyní vážnější než kdykoliv dřív,“ hodnotí pro Český rozhlas Plus vývoj posledních dnů.

Aaron, Kim (from S. Korea!) and a returning Nato cover bipartisan signs of hope in Frankfort, a legal defense of one of KY's few progressive policies, and how constituents are pressuring one of KY's highest profile House GOP members - then we check in with Dustin Reinstedler, the president of Kentucky's AFL-CIO, in advance of a seeming momentous Labor Day - we'll hear about the state of labor, workers, and how we can fight against the billionaire takeover, of, well everything.NEWS OF THE WEAK https://kentuckylantern.com/briefs/bipartisan-effort-to-restore-voting-rights-for-kentuckians-with-felonies-expected-in-2026/https://kentuckylantern.com/briefs/latino-civil-rights-group-moves-to-protect-in-state-tuition-for-immigrants-in-kentucky/https://forwardky.com/four-rivers-indivisible-calls-out-comer-again-tag-news/https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17Q9enPgQM/https://www.facebook.com/marylynn.collins/posts/pfbid035BJRQoosN6UFBXEWm17dcFzjfNog3Q4RpxxQg8E2T8VLvSEDUW7h7rtN89LmfiPnlINTERVIEW: Dustin Reinstedler, KY AFL-CIOKentucky State AFL-CIOCALL TO ACTION: Join us on Labor Day!Workers Over Billionaires · Mobilize#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube  http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠@progressky⁠ Instagram - ⁠@progress_ky⁠ Bluesky - ⁠@progressky.bsky.social‬https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 225 was produced by Nate, Aaron, & ParkerTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

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Yirmibir Bitcoin Podcast'inin "Bitcoin ve İslam" serisinin bu bölümünde, küresel Riba sorununa karşı Müslümanların altın standardını yeniden canlandırma girişimlerini ve neden başarısız olduklarını ele alıyoruz.Bu bölümde, önde gelen İskoç Müslüman alim Şeyh Abdulkadir es-Sufi tarafından kurulan Murabitun hareketi inceleniyor. Es-Sufi, modern finans sisteminin temelinde Riba'nın yattığını ve Osmanlı İmparatorluğu'nun bile faizli borçlar nedeniyle çöktüğünü savundu. Hareket, halifeliği yeniden kurmak ve altın dinar ile gümüş dirhemi kullanarak faizsiz bir sistem oluşturmak için Zekat'ın altın ve gümüşle ödenmesini temel aldı. Malezya'nın Kelantan eyaletinde ve E-Dinar elektronik sisteminde kısmi başarılar elde edilse de, Şeyh Abdulkadir es-Sufi'nin 2014'te bu hareketten kamuoyu önünde feragat etmesi bir dönüm noktası oldu. Es-Sufi, altın standardının modern dünyada mevcut itibari para sistemiyle etkileşime girmeden çalışamayacağını ve altın değerinin Batı standartlarınca belirlendiği sürece bağımsızlığın mümkün olmadığını anladı.Ayrıca, Muammer Kaddafi'nin Afrika'yı tek bir altın destekli para birimi altında birleştirme planlarını ve Libya'nın yüklü altın rezervlerini ele alıyoruz. Bu iddialı proje, 2011 NATO müdahalesiyle akamete uğradı ve merkeziyetçi ulus-devlet yapılarının dış müdahalelere ne kadar açık olduğunu gösterdi. Son olarak, terör örgütü DEAŞ'ın (ISIS) altın dinarı yeniden çıkarma çabaları inceleniyor. DEAŞ, altın parayı zorunlu kılsa da, kendisi bile finansal olarak hala dolara bağımlıydı ve halk da itibari parayı tercih etti.Kaynaklar, bu Müslüman temelli altın standardı girişimlerinin, altının bölünemezliği, taşınabilirliği gibi doğal sınırlamaları ve anında takas edilememesi nedeniyle başarısız olduğunu belirtiyor. Bu fiziksel sınırlamalar, işlemleri yönetmek için merkezi kurumların gerekliliğini doğurur, bu da onları hükümet müdahalesine karşı savunmasız kılar. Tüm bu girişimler, küresel Riba temelli finans sisteminin egemenliğini kırmada başarılı olamamıştır. Bu durum, Riba sorunuyla mücadele için eski teknolojilere bağlı kalmak yerine, yeni ve yaratıcı yaklaşımlar geliştirmenin önemini vurgulamaktadır.Kaynak

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„Věřím tomu, že jsou Češi a Češky racionální. Kdyby dostali možnost hlasovat o své budoucnosti, hlasovali by většinově proti vystoupení z NATO a EU,“ říká předsedkyně Socdem Jana Maláčová, která vede kandidátku Stačilo! v Praze. Hnutí chce přitom vyvolat referendum o vystoupení ze západních struktur. Maláčová ve Studiu N tvrdí, že pro ni zahraniční otázky nejsou klíčové.  Spojení Soscdem se Stačilo! označuje za sňatek z rozumu. A byť podle svých slov nesouzní se všemi výroky představitelů hnutí, na programu se prý obě strany v drtivé většině shodnou. V podcastu například říká, že souhlasí se zrušením Senátu nebo zestátněním České televize a Českého rozhlasu. „Veřejnoprávní média tlačí jeden správný názor,“ myslí si. A jak by podle ní měla zestátněná veřejnoprávní média fungovat? „Začne být striktně dodržován kodex. A povinně bych je posílala na stáže do Berlína a do Londýna, aby se naučili žurnalistice. Nezlobte se na mě, ale ať to má nějakou kvalitu a nějakou štábní kulturu. A chtěla bych, aby to bylo vyvážené. Skutečně, česká žurnalistika je mizerná,“ tvrdí. Jak se z Maláčové stala pražská lídryně hnutí, které dříve označovala za antisystémové a nelevicové? Proč se vyhýbá odpovědi na otázku, jaké důsledky by mělo vystoupení České republiky z Evropské unie a NATO? A umí si představit spolupráci s Andrejem Babišem, kterého dříve označila za „debila“? Celé díly Studia N najdete na platformě Herohero, na webu Deníku N jsou přístupné předplatitelům a předplatitelkám Klubu N. Bezplatné části zveřejňujeme v podcastových aplikacích Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Podbean či YouTube. Sledovat nás můžete také na Instagramu.

Richard discusses the evolving landscape of the aviation industry, focusing on the significant changes in the defense sector and their implications for commercial aviation. He emphasizes the importance of NATO alliances, the challenges posed by geopolitical tensions, and the need for new aircraft designs to meet market demands. The conversation also touches on engineering talent shortages, the role of AI, and the growing influence of China in global defense dynamics. Richard provides insights from the latest Air Show and highlights the mid-market aircraft opportunity as a key area for future growth.

In vielen Redaktionen sitzt der Stahlhelm stramm. Das Feindbild Russland ist ausgemacht, der russische Angriff auf die NATO wird regelrecht herbeiberichtet. Der Bayerische Rundfunk führt sogar einen Experten an, für den klar ist, dass ein russischer Angriff mit „100 Prozent Wahrscheinlichkeit“ kommt. Der exemplarische Blick in die Medien zeigt: Der Rausch der Propaganda hatWeiterlesen

Lawfare Contributor Mykhailo Soldatenko sits down with Michael O'Hanlon, Director of Foreign Policy Research and Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, and Andriy Zagorodnyuk, Chairman of the Centre for Defence Strategies in Kyiv, a former Ukrainian Defence Minister, and a nonresident scholar at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, to discuss ways of defending Ukraine from present and future Russian attacks in the absence of NATO membership.Please see the following policy proposals relevant to the discussion: “Defending Ukraine in the Absence of NATO Security Guarantees,” by Paul B. Stares and Michael O'Hanlon“Ukraine's New Theory of Victory Should be Strategic Neutralization,” by Andriy Zagorodnyuk“Exploring Ukraine's Armed Neutrality or Nonalignment: Legal and Policy Considerations,” by Mykhailo SoldatenkoTo receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Preview: Deutschland and NATO. Colleague Judy Dempsey in Berlin for Carnegie comments on the search for funds to pay for the NATO pledge of 5% of the GDP for security. More later. 1812 BERN

JD Vance reveals what Putin has already conceded in Ukraine peace talks with Trump, including territorial integrity and security guarantees. The PBD Podcast breaks down media bias, Lavrov's stance, NATO tensions, and why all wars end in negotiation. Can Trump end the war in Ukraine?

This is spiralling out of control... In recent days, we've seen tensions in Eastern Europe take an unexpected turn. The attack on a key pipeline seems to have been just the opening move in what some are calling a dangerous escalation. We're also seeing Ukrainian President Zelensky making some bold demands—like a perpetual billion-dollar commitment from NATO countries. He wants us to send him 1 billion dollars in perpetuity. He's also stepping back from previously discussed land concessions that were supposed to be a cornerstone of the peace talks.

In the past week alone there has been an FBI raid on John Bolton's home and a threat to investigate former New Jersey governor Chris Christie due to his criticism of Trump. Every day there are new indicators to suggest the US is rapidly descending into dictatorship, with the President using the power of his office for his own ends. How can Americans stop this momentum? Andrew and Rudyard then turn to Canada's ongoing trade war with the US. Mark Carney's repeated attempts at being a reasonable interlocutor engaging in good faith negotiations is met with provocation from the US President. Andrew suggests the PM try to manage chaos and stall for time instead of trying to reach a deal. This is a problem that shouldn't be solved; it should be managed. In the final moments of the show Andrew and Rudyard talk about Carney's visit to Ukraine and his offer to send Canadian troops as part of a future security guarantee. Is it time for Canada to accept its defense limitations and its inability to act as the peacemaker it has always aspired to be? Or should we welcome this offer as an opportunity to fulfill our long neglected NATO obligations?

Today is a public holiday in Britain, so we bring you a special panel Francis Dearnley hosted during his trip to Germany at the LANDEURO conference hosted by the Association of the U.S. Army. Titled “Ukrainian Innovation at the Speed of Relevance”, it offers a firsthand look at how Ukraine's defense forces are reshaping the future of military conflict, centering on how wartime necessity has accelerated innovation across critical domains, particularly artificial intelligence, drone warfare, digital finance, and scalable software. It is one of the deepest dives on drone development we have ever covered on the podcast.Speakers:Mr. Yaroslav Azhnyuk, CEO and Founder, TheFourthLawMr. Oleksandr Kubrakov, Advisor to the Minister of Defence of Ukraine and, Co-Founder, We Build UkraineMr. Eric Hauff, Senior Director, International Business for Eastern Europe and NATO, ISR, Aviation and Security Division, Sierra Nevada CorporationMr. Sebastian Kuhl, Director Sales Land, HelsingLINKSLearn More about the panel and LANDEURO:https://www.army.mil/article/287145/landeuro_ukrainian_innovation_at_the_speed_of_relevance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, says the famine in Gaza City is a 'failure of humanity' after a UN-backed body raised its food insecurity status in parts of the territory to the most severe. Also: FBI agents search the office and home of President Trump's former national security advisor John Bolton; the head of NATO has called for robust security guarantees for Ukraine; and scientists discover a new species of dinosaur with a sail-like structure along its back. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

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Israel plans to call up 60,000 reservists for a new Gaza City offensive, even as Hamas says it has accepted a ceasefire deal. U.S. and European officials are drafting security guarantees for Ukraine. And Hurricane Erin is flooding North Carolina's Outer Banks and forcing evacuations as it tracks up the East Coast.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter. Today's episode of Up First was edited by Ryland Barton, Andrew Sussman, Susanna Capelouto, Adriana Gallardo and Mohamad ElBardicy. It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Destinee Adams, and Christopher Thomas. We get engineering support from Stacey Abbott. And our technical director is Carleigh Strange. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Media Criticism: The episode begins with claims that the mainstream media and the Democratic Party have misled the public about Trump’s diplomatic efforts and intentions. It portrays Trump as being unfairly criticized and underestimated. Diplomatic Developments: Trump allegedly initiated direct contact with Putin and facilitated a potential trilateral peace summit involving himself, Zelensky, and Putin. The meeting is described as historic, with improved tone and cooperation compared to previous encounters. Security Guarantees: Trump and European leaders discussed NATO-style security guarantees for Ukraine. These guarantees are framed as essential for lasting peace and deterrence against future aggression. International Support: Leaders from Italy, France, the UK, and NATO are said to have expressed strong support for Ukraine and the peace process. The Italian Prime Minister is quoted praising Trump’s role in initiating dialogue. Humanitarian Focus: Zelensky emphasizes the importance of prisoner exchanges and returning abducted children, referencing a letter from Melania Trump to Putin. Zelensky’s Remarks: Zelensky is quoted expressing optimism and gratitude for the meeting, highlighting the importance of U.S. involvement and unity among allies. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshow #BidenAdministration #Ukrainewar #NordStream2 #PresidentZelensky #HumanitarianFocus# Somaliland #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #VladimirPutin #DemocratsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.