Lode Vanoost
@lodevanoost.bsky.social
Senior writer www.dewereldmorgen.be, dutch language news site in Brussels, objective on the facts, no 'neutral' framing, taking sides for international law, right of self determination of people, social and climate activism, my inspiration: Noam Chomsky!
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Kemi Badenoch: "Did the official security vetting he received mention Mandelsons ongoing relationship with the paedophile Jeffrey Epstein?"
Keir Starmer: "Yes it did"
And yet he still made him ambassador #PMQs
Keir Starmer: "Yes it did"
And yet he still made him ambassador #PMQs
February 4, 2026 at 12:16 PM
Kemi Badenoch: "Did the official security vetting he received mention Mandelsons ongoing relationship with the paedophile Jeffrey Epstein?"
Keir Starmer: "Yes it did"
And yet he still made him ambassador #PMQs
Keir Starmer: "Yes it did"
And yet he still made him ambassador #PMQs
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“U zit met een probleem, en dat heet Annelies Verlinden.” @mattivandemaele.groen.be
De Wever over geflopte i-Police en de rol van minister Verlinden: “We zitten met een perceptieprobleem”
Is er sprake van belangenvermenging in het dossier van i-Police, omdat minister Annelies Verlinden (CD&V) het betrokken bedrijf ooit bijstond als advocate? “Het zou me verbazen”, zei premier Bart De Wever (N-VA) in de Kamer. Maar hij wacht de hoorzittingen en het gerechtelijk vooronderzoek af.
www.standaard.be
February 4, 2026 at 12:16 PM
“U zit met een probleem, en dat heet Annelies Verlinden.” @mattivandemaele.groen.be
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Kemi Badenoch: "Does he have the same full confidence in Morgan McSweeney that he had in Peter Mandelson?"
Keir Starmer: "Morgan McSweeney is an essential part of my team. He helped me change the Labour party and win an election" #PMQs
Keir Starmer: "Morgan McSweeney is an essential part of my team. He helped me change the Labour party and win an election" #PMQs
February 4, 2026 at 12:25 PM
Kemi Badenoch: "Does he have the same full confidence in Morgan McSweeney that he had in Peter Mandelson?"
Keir Starmer: "Morgan McSweeney is an essential part of my team. He helped me change the Labour party and win an election" #PMQs
Keir Starmer: "Morgan McSweeney is an essential part of my team. He helped me change the Labour party and win an election" #PMQs
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❗️BREAKING -- Palestine Action protesters found not guilty of burglary at Elbit weapons factory in Bristol.
The six activists were also not convicted of other charges, having spent 18 months in jail awaiting trial.
realmedia.press/filton-verdi...
The six activists were also not convicted of other charges, having spent 18 months in jail awaiting trial.
realmedia.press/filton-verdi...
February 4, 2026 at 1:02 PM
❗️BREAKING -- Palestine Action protesters found not guilty of burglary at Elbit weapons factory in Bristol.
The six activists were also not convicted of other charges, having spent 18 months in jail awaiting trial.
realmedia.press/filton-verdi...
The six activists were also not convicted of other charges, having spent 18 months in jail awaiting trial.
realmedia.press/filton-verdi...
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A Federal judge in Oregon ruled that ICE can NOT use chemicals on protestors for exercising their 1st amendment rights.
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BREAKING: Judge hits ICE agents with BRUTAL NEWS
YouTube video by Brian Tyler Cohen
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February 4, 2026 at 3:40 AM
A Federal judge in Oregon ruled that ICE can NOT use chemicals on protestors for exercising their 1st amendment rights.
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Blindfolded, beaten, humiliated: How Israeli forces abused Palestinians returning to Gaza - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/blindfolded-beaten-humiliated-how-israeli-forces-abused-palestinians-returning-gaza
Blindfolded, beaten, humiliated: How Israeli forces abused Palestinians returning to Gaza
Returnees describe hours of interrogation, physical abuse and confiscation of personal belongings at the Rafah crossing
www.middleeasteye.net
February 4, 2026 at 1:23 PM
Blindfolded, beaten, humiliated: How Israeli forces abused Palestinians returning to Gaza - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/blindfolded-beaten-humiliated-how-israeli-forces-abused-palestinians-returning-gaza
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Today I joined House Democrats at ICE headquarters in DC to demand Kristi Noem's impeachment & voted NO on funding for DHS. Not a dollar more until DHS ends its violence & abuse of power.
Trump's federal agents killed two Americans in broad daylight. We are not backing down.
Trump's federal agents killed two Americans in broad daylight. We are not backing down.
February 3, 2026 at 7:04 PM
Today I joined House Democrats at ICE headquarters in DC to demand Kristi Noem's impeachment & voted NO on funding for DHS. Not a dollar more until DHS ends its violence & abuse of power.
Trump's federal agents killed two Americans in broad daylight. We are not backing down.
Trump's federal agents killed two Americans in broad daylight. We are not backing down.
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Ex-Israeli defence minister likens 'Jewish supremacy' in the country to Nazism - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/ex-israeli-defence-minister-likens-jewish-supremacy-country-nazism
Ex-Israeli defence minister likens 'Jewish supremacy' in the country to Nazism
Moshe Ya’alon says 'Jewish supremacy' becoming entrenched and could lead to Israel’s destruction if not reversed
www.middleeasteye.net
February 4, 2026 at 3:43 PM
Ex-Israeli defence minister likens 'Jewish supremacy' in the country to Nazism - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/ex-israeli-defence-minister-likens-jewish-supremacy-country-nazism
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One lesson from the Epstein–Mandelson affair is that we need to stop routinely rehabilitating political careers after serious scandals.
When politicians knowingly engage in grave ethical wrongdoing, that should permanently end their political careers. Being "talented" should not override that.
When politicians knowingly engage in grave ethical wrongdoing, that should permanently end their political careers. Being "talented" should not override that.
February 4, 2026 at 1:08 PM
One lesson from the Epstein–Mandelson affair is that we need to stop routinely rehabilitating political careers after serious scandals.
When politicians knowingly engage in grave ethical wrongdoing, that should permanently end their political careers. Being "talented" should not override that.
When politicians knowingly engage in grave ethical wrongdoing, that should permanently end their political careers. Being "talented" should not override that.
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Trump's plan to force Iran to surrender is a fatal error - https://www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/iran-trump-belief-surrender-fatal-error
Trump's plan to force Iran to surrender is a fatal error
The US president should read history before making what could prove to be the costliest foreign policy mistake of his presidency
www.middleeasteye.net
February 4, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Trump's plan to force Iran to surrender is a fatal error - https://www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/iran-trump-belief-surrender-fatal-error
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Thousands showed up in Seattle—nurses, doctors, educators—people who heal and protect life. Congress is voting to fund ICE instead of care. The public is choosing dignity and health. Lawmakers should listen.
#FundHealthcareOverICE
Let’s unite in compassion
#FundHealthcareOverICE
Let’s unite in compassion
February 3, 2026 at 10:40 PM
Thousands showed up in Seattle—nurses, doctors, educators—people who heal and protect life. Congress is voting to fund ICE instead of care. The public is choosing dignity and health. Lawmakers should listen.
#FundHealthcareOverICE
Let’s unite in compassion
#FundHealthcareOverICE
Let’s unite in compassion
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@jeremycorbyn.bsky.social : "The question is, fundamentally, one for the Prime Minister.. I cannot believe that when he was about to appoint Mandelson he wasn't made fully aware of all of Mandelsons record.. he would have known.."
February 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM
@jeremycorbyn.bsky.social : "The question is, fundamentally, one for the Prime Minister.. I cannot believe that when he was about to appoint Mandelson he wasn't made fully aware of all of Mandelsons record.. he would have known.."
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Rep. Kelly Morrison describes 'horrifying' conditions inside Whipple building www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
Rep. Kelly Morrison describes 'horrifying' conditions inside Whipple building
Rep. Kelly Morrison describes cold temperatures, shackling and lack of medical care inside a Minneapolis ICE holding site after a judge restored congressional access.
www.mprnews.org
February 3, 2026 at 11:20 PM
Rep. Kelly Morrison describes 'horrifying' conditions inside Whipple building www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is causing a humanitarian catastrophe in Cuba.
US sanctions are causing shortages of food, water, and medicine. Hospitals are operating without power. Children under 5 are dying at alarming rates.
This is economic warfare against the people of Cuba.
US sanctions are causing shortages of food, water, and medicine. Hospitals are operating without power. Children under 5 are dying at alarming rates.
This is economic warfare against the people of Cuba.
February 4, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is causing a humanitarian catastrophe in Cuba.
US sanctions are causing shortages of food, water, and medicine. Hospitals are operating without power. Children under 5 are dying at alarming rates.
This is economic warfare against the people of Cuba.
US sanctions are causing shortages of food, water, and medicine. Hospitals are operating without power. Children under 5 are dying at alarming rates.
This is economic warfare against the people of Cuba.
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We have one more week to force Congress to clean up DHS. And the fight to impeach Kristi Noem is far from over.
So let’s push harder than ever!
So let’s push harder than ever!
Tell Congress: Impeach DHS Secretary Kristi Noem
Contact Congress today!
actionnetwork.org
February 4, 2026 at 4:17 AM
We have one more week to force Congress to clean up DHS. And the fight to impeach Kristi Noem is far from over.
So let’s push harder than ever!
So let’s push harder than ever!
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Shooting at Mardi Gras parade in Louisiana leaves six people injured.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
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Shooting at Mardi Gras parade in Louisiana leaves six people injured
One person taken into custody after a mass shooting in Clinton leaves six injured, including a child
www.theguardian.com
January 31, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Shooting at Mardi Gras parade in Louisiana leaves six people injured.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
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“This is not about ICE doing regular ICE stuff.” Mayor Jacob Frey of Minneapolis knows that the confrontation between the federal government and the people of Minnesota is at an inflection point. On “The Interview,” he explains how the conflict has implications for the whole country. trib.al/emQKqkl
January 31, 2026 at 5:37 PM
“This is not about ICE doing regular ICE stuff.” Mayor Jacob Frey of Minneapolis knows that the confrontation between the federal government and the people of Minnesota is at an inflection point. On “The Interview,” he explains how the conflict has implications for the whole country. trib.al/emQKqkl
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En mars 2026, Roubaix sera une commune insoumise.
Salle pleine à craquer : plus de 1 300 personnes pour le meeting de Jean-Luc Mélenchon et David Guiraud.
Le 22 mars, faites de Roubaix une ville au service du peuple !
Suivez en direct : youtube.com/live/o-1R3UF...
Salle pleine à craquer : plus de 1 300 personnes pour le meeting de Jean-Luc Mélenchon et David Guiraud.
Le 22 mars, faites de Roubaix une ville au service du peuple !
Suivez en direct : youtube.com/live/o-1R3UF...
January 31, 2026 at 4:18 PM
En mars 2026, Roubaix sera une commune insoumise.
Salle pleine à craquer : plus de 1 300 personnes pour le meeting de Jean-Luc Mélenchon et David Guiraud.
Le 22 mars, faites de Roubaix une ville au service du peuple !
Suivez en direct : youtube.com/live/o-1R3UF...
Salle pleine à craquer : plus de 1 300 personnes pour le meeting de Jean-Luc Mélenchon et David Guiraud.
Le 22 mars, faites de Roubaix une ville au service du peuple !
Suivez en direct : youtube.com/live/o-1R3UF...
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Government agencies are attempting to keep information about their personnel, operations, and even their uniforms under wraps — right down to the patches that officers wear.
These Patches Are Clues to Identifying Immigration Agents
We built a guide to patches worn by ICE and CBP to help the public determine which federal agents are in their communities.
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January 31, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Government agencies are attempting to keep information about their personnel, operations, and even their uniforms under wraps — right down to the patches that officers wear.
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Hope Rises As Massive Crowds Protest Trump’s Abuse Of Power, AOC Calls For Pam Bondi’s Impeachment, and Arrested Journalists Remain Defiant Against The Regime
Hope Rises As Massive Crowds Protest Trump’s Abuse Of Power, AOC Calls For Pam Bondi’s Impeachment, and Arrested Journalists Remain Defiant Against The Regime
Onward!
www.dworkinsubstack.com
January 31, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Hope Rises As Massive Crowds Protest Trump’s Abuse Of Power, AOC Calls For Pam Bondi’s Impeachment, and Arrested Journalists Remain Defiant Against The Regime
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ICE OUT NOW PROTEST IN SOUTHLAKE!
This is what Democracy looks like! #ICEOUT @indivisibleguide.bsky.social @maddowblog.bsky.social
This is what Democracy looks like! #ICEOUT @indivisibleguide.bsky.social @maddowblog.bsky.social
January 31, 2026 at 8:22 PM
ICE OUT NOW PROTEST IN SOUTHLAKE!
This is what Democracy looks like! #ICEOUT @indivisibleguide.bsky.social @maddowblog.bsky.social
This is what Democracy looks like! #ICEOUT @indivisibleguide.bsky.social @maddowblog.bsky.social
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For years, Trump has spun immigrants, reporters, and anyone he dislikes as the "enemy." This created dehumanizing and legitimizing ideology on which he and his administration are now arresting, brutalizing, and killing his invented "enemy."
Terrorism, crime and cruelty have been the plan all along.
Terrorism, crime and cruelty have been the plan all along.
January 30, 2026 at 11:50 PM
For years, Trump has spun immigrants, reporters, and anyone he dislikes as the "enemy." This created dehumanizing and legitimizing ideology on which he and his administration are now arresting, brutalizing, and killing his invented "enemy."
Terrorism, crime and cruelty have been the plan all along.
Terrorism, crime and cruelty have been the plan all along.
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LA STANDS WITH PALESTINE 🇵🇸
📍Outside the Zionist Consulate in Los Angeles, California
📍Outside the Zionist Consulate in Los Angeles, California
January 31, 2026 at 10:01 PM
LA STANDS WITH PALESTINE 🇵🇸
📍Outside the Zionist Consulate in Los Angeles, California
📍Outside the Zionist Consulate in Los Angeles, California
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Today, Israeli airstrikes killed 27 Palestinians in Gaza.
The genocide never ended — and we will never stop campaigning until there is a free and independent Palestine.
The genocide never ended — and we will never stop campaigning until there is a free and independent Palestine.
January 31, 2026 at 5:29 PM
Today, Israeli airstrikes killed 27 Palestinians in Gaza.
The genocide never ended — and we will never stop campaigning until there is a free and independent Palestine.
The genocide never ended — and we will never stop campaigning until there is a free and independent Palestine.