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US, Dutch veterans join international F-16 squadron defending Kyiv
Program harnesses expertise with the Lockheed Martin Sniper pod targeting suite, which greatly improves performance against cruise missiles.
euromaidanpress.com
Finally, international veteran pilots are volunteering to patrol Ukraine's skies in donated F16s.
More of this, please.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/17/u...
More of this, please.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/17/u...
Illegal, immoral, disgraceful.
How does a country fulfill the duty to render aid to the shipwrecked without the inconvenience of survivors?
Today, some of the work I've done with Airwars was published in a piece I co-authored with @nickturse.bsky.social of The Intercept
@theintercept.com
theintercept.com/2026/02/17/b...
Today, some of the work I've done with Airwars was published in a piece I co-authored with @nickturse.bsky.social of The Intercept
@theintercept.com
theintercept.com/2026/02/17/b...
U.S. Sent a Rescue Plane for Boat Strike Survivors. It Took 45 Hours to Arrive.
In seas that could kill a person within an hour, it took nearly two days for a rescue plane to arrive.
theintercept.com
February 17, 2026 at 11:01 PM
Illegal, immoral, disgraceful.
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Finally, international veteran pilots are volunteering to patrol Ukraine's skies in donated F16s.
More of this, please.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/17/u...
More of this, please.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/17/u...
US, Dutch veterans join international F-16 squadron defending Kyiv
Program harnesses expertise with the Lockheed Martin Sniper pod targeting suite, which greatly improves performance against cruise missiles.
euromaidanpress.com
February 17, 2026 at 9:42 PM
Finally, international veteran pilots are volunteering to patrol Ukraine's skies in donated F16s.
More of this, please.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/17/u...
More of this, please.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/17/u...
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What are the administration’s China hawks up to these days?
It's unacceptable for Trump to run America's Taiwan policy or arms sales decisions by Beijing for preclearance.
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-02-17/trump-says-he-ll-soon-make-decision-on-weapon-sales-to-taiwan?utm_source=website&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=email
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-02-17/trump-says-he-ll-soon-make-decision-on-weapon-sales-to-taiwan?utm_source=website&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=email
Trump Says He’ll Soon Make Decision on Weapon Sales to Taiwan
President Donald Trump said that he’s discussing future weapons sales to Taiwan with Chinese President Xi Jinping and teased that he would soon make a decision about future defense support for the sel...
bloomberg.com
February 17, 2026 at 9:56 PM
What are the administration’s China hawks up to these days?
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As peace talks with Russia begin in Geneva, Ukraine’s president says his people would never forgive him for a deal surrendering the Donbas
Zelensky says it’s unfair Trump is pressing him more than Putin
www.thetimes.com
February 17, 2026 at 9:55 PM
As peace talks with Russia begin in Geneva, Ukraine’s president says his people would never forgive him for a deal surrendering the Donbas
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Russian forces struck a civilian vehicle carrying employees of the Slovyansk Thermal Power Plant with an FPV drone in Mykolaivka, Kramatorsk district, this morning, killing three workers and injuring one, Ukraine’s Energy Ministry and State Emergency Service reported.
Russian drone kills 3 Slovyansk Thermal Power Plant workers in Donbas
Russian forces struck a civilian vehicle carrying employees of the Slovyansk Thermal Power Plant with an FPV drone in Mykolaivka, Kramatorsk district, this morning, killing three workers and injuring…
hromadske.ua
February 17, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Russian forces struck a civilian vehicle carrying employees of the Slovyansk Thermal Power Plant with an FPV drone in Mykolaivka, Kramatorsk district, this morning, killing three workers and injuring one, Ukraine’s Energy Ministry and State Emergency Service reported.
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This is yet another abhorrent display of Russian imperialism: During the opening ceremony, Anastasia Kucherova, a Russian living in Milan, anonymously carried the Ukraine team placard. She didn't ask the Ukrainian athletes for permission, imposing herself on them — just like Russian soldiers do.
Russian woman carried Ukraine placard at Winter Olympics opening ceremony
A Russian woman in Milan made a quiet protest against the war by leading Ukraine’s Olympic team into the stadium.
apnews.com
February 17, 2026 at 9:53 PM
This is yet another abhorrent display of Russian imperialism: During the opening ceremony, Anastasia Kucherova, a Russian living in Milan, anonymously carried the Ukraine team placard. She didn't ask the Ukrainian athletes for permission, imposing herself on them — just like Russian soldiers do.
Trump is beating the drums of war in a bid to turn his negative polling numbers positive for the midterms through misdirected patriotism.
A surge in US military air activity across Europe and the Middle East is being described as the most significant movement of American aircraft in decades during a period of heightened tensions with Iran.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/largest-u-s-...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/largest-u-s-...
Largest U.S build up since Gulf War happening now near Iran
A surge in US military air activity across Europe and the Middle East is being described as the most significant movement of American aircraft in decades during a period of heightened tensions with Iran.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk
February 17, 2026 at 9:53 PM
Trump is beating the drums of war in a bid to turn his negative polling numbers positive for the midterms through misdirected patriotism.
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OPINION: "Last Friday, 'an average Joe who grew up in Haddon Heights' named Joseph Zobel was at work when he saw a viral video from the nearby South Jersey town of Lindenwold that shocked the nation, and shocked him," writes columnist Will Bunch.
South Jersey guy becomes the face of ICE resistance | Will Bunch Newsletter
www.inquirer.com
February 17, 2026 at 5:31 PM
OPINION: "Last Friday, 'an average Joe who grew up in Haddon Heights' named Joseph Zobel was at work when he saw a viral video from the nearby South Jersey town of Lindenwold that shocked the nation, and shocked him," writes columnist Will Bunch.
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Contrary to claims that foreign countries would foot the bill, tariffs are a tax on Americans. Research suggests 90% of the tax burden has been placed on US companies and consumers, evidenced by an 11% rise in import prices. Congress needs to end to this economic burden.
https://nyti.ms/4tH9BxN
https://nyti.ms/4tH9BxN
Americans Are Paying the Bill for Tariffs, Despite Trump's Claims
Research from the New York Fed confirms that U.S. companies and consumers are bearing tariff costs, despite the president's assertions otherwise.
nyti.ms
February 17, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Contrary to claims that foreign countries would foot the bill, tariffs are a tax on Americans. Research suggests 90% of the tax burden has been placed on US companies and consumers, evidenced by an 11% rise in import prices. Congress needs to end to this economic burden.
https://nyti.ms/4tH9BxN
https://nyti.ms/4tH9BxN
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We're tracking the fallout from the Epstein files here (GIFT LINK) www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
After the Epstein Files Release, Who Has Resigned, Been Fired or Is Being Investigated? (Gift Article)
This list will be updated and includes people who have faced concrete consequences, such as the loss of their position, as a result of their connection to Jeffrey Epstein.
www.nytimes.com
February 17, 2026 at 9:47 PM
We're tracking the fallout from the Epstein files here (GIFT LINK) www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
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The Belarusian opposition leader claims Russia and Belarus are promoting a fringe historical theory that could be used by President Putin to justify a future invasion
Russia dirty tricks ‘pave the way for attack on Baltics’
www.thetimes.com
February 17, 2026 at 9:43 PM
The Belarusian opposition leader claims Russia and Belarus are promoting a fringe historical theory that could be used by President Putin to justify a future invasion
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Jesse Jackson at the Democratic National Convention in 1988:
"We must never surrender. America will get better and better. Keep hope alive!"
"We must never surrender. America will get better and better. Keep hope alive!"
February 17, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Jesse Jackson at the Democratic National Convention in 1988:
"We must never surrender. America will get better and better. Keep hope alive!"
"We must never surrender. America will get better and better. Keep hope alive!"
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I spent my childhood inside of American concentration camps. I know one when I see one. And that is what ICE is building.
February 17, 2026 at 9:00 PM
I spent my childhood inside of American concentration camps. I know one when I see one. And that is what ICE is building.
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While Trump has actively interfered with the election process, the government is pursuing innocent people who mistakenly thought they had voting rights.
The Immigration Debate Came to Rural Kansas. Locals Stood by Their Mayor.
www.nytimes.com
February 17, 2026 at 9:35 PM
While Trump has actively interfered with the election process, the government is pursuing innocent people who mistakenly thought they had voting rights.
Finally, international veteran pilots are volunteering to patrol Ukraine's skies in donated F16s.
More of this, please.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/17/u...
More of this, please.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/17/u...
US, Dutch veterans join international F-16 squadron defending Kyiv
Program harnesses expertise with the Lockheed Martin Sniper pod targeting suite, which greatly improves performance against cruise missiles.
euromaidanpress.com
February 17, 2026 at 9:42 PM
Finally, international veteran pilots are volunteering to patrol Ukraine's skies in donated F16s.
More of this, please.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/17/u...
More of this, please.
euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/17/u...
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Donald Trump is a threat to democracy around the world.
My first, second, and third acts as your next congressman will be to impeach Trump, impeach his cabinet, and codify guardrails to defend our democracy.
Join our fight to save democracy here: www.georgeconwayforcongress.com
My first, second, and third acts as your next congressman will be to impeach Trump, impeach his cabinet, and codify guardrails to defend our democracy.
Join our fight to save democracy here: www.georgeconwayforcongress.com
February 17, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Donald Trump is a threat to democracy around the world.
My first, second, and third acts as your next congressman will be to impeach Trump, impeach his cabinet, and codify guardrails to defend our democracy.
Join our fight to save democracy here: www.georgeconwayforcongress.com
My first, second, and third acts as your next congressman will be to impeach Trump, impeach his cabinet, and codify guardrails to defend our democracy.
Join our fight to save democracy here: www.georgeconwayforcongress.com
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❗️Negotiations between Ukraine, the United States, and Russia in Geneva have concluded, - Reuters.
The talks lasted more than four hours.
The talks lasted more than four hours.
February 17, 2026 at 5:08 PM
❗️Negotiations between Ukraine, the United States, and Russia in Geneva have concluded, - Reuters.
The talks lasted more than four hours.
The talks lasted more than four hours.
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"The norms and institutions of the postwar order actually masked Russia’s vulnerabilities. Putin has gotten the world he wished for—and it’s threatening to crush him," writes CFR expert Thomas Graham and Alan Cullison for The Atlantic.
Putin Didn’t Know How Good He Had It
The Russian leader has gotten the world he wished for—and it’s threatening to crush him.
www.theatlantic.com
February 17, 2026 at 5:09 PM
"The norms and institutions of the postwar order actually masked Russia’s vulnerabilities. Putin has gotten the world he wished for—and it’s threatening to crush him," writes CFR expert Thomas Graham and Alan Cullison for The Atlantic.
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Russia is masking the human cost of war—even on its maps.
Critics say Yandex blurs cemeteries in its map service to obscure the growing number of soldiers’ graves.
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Critics say Yandex blurs cemeteries in its map service to obscure the growing number of soldiers’ graves.
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February 17, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Russia is masking the human cost of war—even on its maps.
Critics say Yandex blurs cemeteries in its map service to obscure the growing number of soldiers’ graves.
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Critics say Yandex blurs cemeteries in its map service to obscure the growing number of soldiers’ graves.
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The IOC is disgraceful.
⚡️ Russian national leads Ukrainian delegation at Milan Winter Olympics
Anastasia Kucherova, a Russian volunteer living in Milan, deliberately chose to lead Ukraine's delegation during the 2026 Winter Games opening ceremony when offered a choice by organizers.
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Anastasia Kucherova, a Russian volunteer living in Milan, deliberately chose to lead Ukraine's delegation during the 2026 Winter Games opening ceremony when offered a choice by organizers.
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February 17, 2026 at 4:48 PM
The IOC is disgraceful.
The truth about Russia.
February 17, 2026 at 3:33 PM
The truth about Russia.
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Russian trawler flanked by Norwegian Coast Guard along the west coast of Svalbard.
Russian fishing vessel flanked by Norwegian Coast Guard
This time, the Melkart-4 was flanked by the Norwegian Coast Guard.
www.thebarentsobserver.com
February 17, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Russian trawler flanked by Norwegian Coast Guard along the west coast of Svalbard.
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The Ukrainian delegation is on its way to Geneva for high-stakes talks with Russia and the United States.
The meeting is scheduled for tomorrow.
“Ukraine’s interests must be protected,” said Zelensky’s office chief Budanov, who is leading the Ukrainian delegation.
The meeting is scheduled for tomorrow.
“Ukraine’s interests must be protected,” said Zelensky’s office chief Budanov, who is leading the Ukrainian delegation.
February 16, 2026 at 6:09 AM
The Ukrainian delegation is on its way to Geneva for high-stakes talks with Russia and the United States.
The meeting is scheduled for tomorrow.
“Ukraine’s interests must be protected,” said Zelensky’s office chief Budanov, who is leading the Ukrainian delegation.
The meeting is scheduled for tomorrow.
“Ukraine’s interests must be protected,” said Zelensky’s office chief Budanov, who is leading the Ukrainian delegation.