@nicoblar.bsky.social
Associate Professor at Polsci Leiden. Associate Editor at International Studies Review. Trained at Indiana University and Sciences-Po. IR, FPA, security, migration politics, India. https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/staffmembers/nicolas-blarel#tab-1
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1. America is not at war in the Caribbean. 2. The “fog of war”, as Robert McNamara came to realize after the Vietnam war, is precisely the reason why you don’t let loose unrestricted violence in zones where you don’t know whether or not people are combatants. www.ft.com/content/5566...
Pete Hegseth invokes ‘fog of war’ as backlash grows over strikes on boats
US defence secretary defends legality of US attacks on alleged drug smugglers in Caribbean
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December 3, 2025 at 9:23 AM
1. America is not at war in the Caribbean. 2. The “fog of war”, as Robert McNamara came to realize after the Vietnam war, is precisely the reason why you don’t let loose unrestricted violence in zones where you don’t know whether or not people are combatants. www.ft.com/content/5566...
Why did events in 1922 shape India’s future policy towards Israel in 1947? Why did it take 42 years after India recognised Israel to establish full diplomatic relations? How did Israeli assistance to India in the Kargil War change the dynamic of the relationship?
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Nehru To Modi-Netanyahu, 'Evolution Of India's Israel Policy', Full Story By Author Nicolas Blarel
YouTube video by Times Now
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December 3, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Why did events in 1922 shape India’s future policy towards Israel in 1947? Why did it take 42 years after India recognised Israel to establish full diplomatic relations? How did Israeli assistance to India in the Kargil War change the dynamic of the relationship?
www.youtube.com/watch?v=-l9u...
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This is nuts. Think that is the appropriate legal term for this 'Exclusive Citizenship Act' bill.
Includes a generic clause that 'An individual may not be a citizen or national of the United States while simultaneously possessing any foreign citizenship.' (Sec 4(b))
What does that even mean?
Includes a generic clause that 'An individual may not be a citizen or national of the United States while simultaneously possessing any foreign citizenship.' (Sec 4(b))
What does that even mean?
Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, just introduced a bill to ban Americans from holding dual citizenship. The bill says that to “preserve the integrity of national citizenship, allegiance to the United States must be undivided.” It’s called the Exclusive Citizenship Act.
December 2, 2025 at 10:13 AM
This is nuts. Think that is the appropriate legal term for this 'Exclusive Citizenship Act' bill.
Includes a generic clause that 'An individual may not be a citizen or national of the United States while simultaneously possessing any foreign citizenship.' (Sec 4(b))
What does that even mean?
Includes a generic clause that 'An individual may not be a citizen or national of the United States while simultaneously possessing any foreign citizenship.' (Sec 4(b))
What does that even mean?
L’ancien leader du GUD aurait bénéficié indirectement du marché de la «propagande officielle» des élections 2022 & 2024 du RN qui dit avoir coupé les ponts avec la figure du milieu nationaliste révolutionnaire, courant néofasciste voulant combattre l’impérialisme «américano-sioniste»
Le néofasciste Frédéric Chatillon soupçonné d’être impliqué dans les dernières campagnes électorales du RN
Le néofasciste Frédéric Chatillon soupçonné d’être impliqué dans les dernières campagnes électorales du RN
Plusieurs éléments rassemblés par le journal « Libération » accréditent la thèse d’une contribution en sous-main de l’ancien leader du GUD aux campagnes de 2022 et 2024, pour la propagande officielle du RN. Le parti de Jordan Bardella dit ne pas être au courant.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:22 PM
L’ancien leader du GUD aurait bénéficié indirectement du marché de la «propagande officielle» des élections 2022 & 2024 du RN qui dit avoir coupé les ponts avec la figure du milieu nationaliste révolutionnaire, courant néofasciste voulant combattre l’impérialisme «américano-sioniste»
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This is so blindly obvious when you put it this way. “Clash of Civilizations” is the biggest distraction from the mundane politics of kleptocracy and bureaucratic decay you could possibly imagine
Arguably some of the Trump regime's closest allies right now are hydrocarbon-rich Gulf state autocrats willing to bribe him. This shit ain't about the Battle of Kosovo 700 years ago, ok?
December 1, 2025 at 1:37 PM
This is so blindly obvious when you put it this way. “Clash of Civilizations” is the biggest distraction from the mundane politics of kleptocracy and bureaucratic decay you could possibly imagine
Seems more like Russia trying to deflect attention via disinformation campaign from its own accusations of recruiting, deceiving and deploying Indians on the Ukrainian front. Timing is important as Putin is about to visit New Delhi www.france24.com/en/europe/20...
December 1, 2025 at 10:04 AM
Seems more like Russia trying to deflect attention via disinformation campaign from its own accusations of recruiting, deceiving and deploying Indians on the Ukrainian front. Timing is important as Putin is about to visit New Delhi www.france24.com/en/europe/20...
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www.philstar.com/headlines/20... Jeez "Germany on Friday, November 28, dismissed Russian allegations that its embassy in Manila hands out Schengen visas to Filipinos recruited to fight in Ukraine's war." 😱
December 1, 2025 at 9:50 AM
www.philstar.com/headlines/20... Jeez "Germany on Friday, November 28, dismissed Russian allegations that its embassy in Manila hands out Schengen visas to Filipinos recruited to fight in Ukraine's war." 😱
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What comes after American hegemony? If you are interested in this question & you are The Hague on December 10, come join us to hear about @manjeetsp.bsky.social & Amitav Acharya's book yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300... More information about the event : www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/events/20... 1/2
Divergent Worlds
A study of why the ancient Mediterranean and Indian Ocean took different paths to peace and stability and its lessons for international order today In thi...
yalebooks.yale.edu
November 25, 2025 at 5:31 PM
What comes after American hegemony? If you are interested in this question & you are The Hague on December 10, come join us to hear about @manjeetsp.bsky.social & Amitav Acharya's book yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300... More information about the event : www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/events/20... 1/2
Just heard about Ambassador David Malone’s passing. An incredible academic & practitioner. I had the chance to first meet him when he was HC to India. He gave me very important advice on my PhD career, had always been supportive of my work & contributed an excellent chapter to an HB I edited. RIP!
November 26, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Just heard about Ambassador David Malone’s passing. An incredible academic & practitioner. I had the chance to first meet him when he was HC to India. He gave me very important advice on my PhD career, had always been supportive of my work & contributed an excellent chapter to an HB I edited. RIP!
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Dutch public broadcaster NOS quits X over disinformation reut.rs/3KpybRU
Dutch public broadcaster NOS quits X over disinformation
Dutch public broadcaster NOS on Tuesday said it had stopped posting on Elon Musk's social media platform X, as it said it did not want to facilitate the spreading of disinformation.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Dutch public broadcaster NOS quits X over disinformation reut.rs/3KpybRU
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Trump sends Witkoff to Moscow. What can go wrong?
Trump claims his team has made “tremendous progress” on ending the war in Ukraine, stating only a few points of disagreement remain. He’s sending Witkoff to Moscow and Driscoll to meet with Ukrainians. Trump says he’ll meet with Zelensky and Putin only when a deal is nearly finalized.
November 25, 2025 at 9:07 PM
No phone transcripts
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Buitenlands trollenleger probeerde verkiezingen Nederland te beïnvloeden, vooral FvD’ers De Vos en Baudet ondersteund
Buitenlands trollenleger probeerde verkiezingen Nederland te beïnvloeden, vooral FvD’ers De Vos en Baudet ondersteund
www.volkskrant.nl
November 25, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Buitenlands trollenleger probeerde verkiezingen Nederland te beïnvloeden, vooral FvD’ers De Vos en Baudet ondersteund
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🚨 LSE Assistant Professor in Political Science 🚨
We’re hiring a tenure-track assistant professor - any area of empirical political science - to join our wonderful Government Dept @lsegovernment.bsky.social
Any questions, please reach out to me
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We’re hiring a tenure-track assistant professor - any area of empirical political science - to join our wonderful Government Dept @lsegovernment.bsky.social
Any questions, please reach out to me
📣 Please share! 📣
jobs.lse.ac.uk/Vacancies/W/...
November 25, 2025 at 8:38 AM
🚨 LSE Assistant Professor in Political Science 🚨
We’re hiring a tenure-track assistant professor - any area of empirical political science - to join our wonderful Government Dept @lsegovernment.bsky.social
Any questions, please reach out to me
📣 Please share! 📣
jobs.lse.ac.uk/Vacancies/W/...
We’re hiring a tenure-track assistant professor - any area of empirical political science - to join our wonderful Government Dept @lsegovernment.bsky.social
Any questions, please reach out to me
📣 Please share! 📣
jobs.lse.ac.uk/Vacancies/W/...
What comes after American hegemony? If you are interested in this question & you are The Hague on December 10, come join us to hear about @manjeetsp.bsky.social & Amitav Acharya's book yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300... More information about the event : www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/events/20... 1/2
Divergent Worlds
A study of why the ancient Mediterranean and Indian Ocean took different paths to peace and stability and its lessons for international order today In thi...
yalebooks.yale.edu
November 25, 2025 at 5:31 PM
What comes after American hegemony? If you are interested in this question & you are The Hague on December 10, come join us to hear about @manjeetsp.bsky.social & Amitav Acharya's book yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300... More information about the event : www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/events/20... 1/2
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What is transnational repression?
Transnational repression occurs when authoritarians target individuals outside their borders, and it is now easier for them than ever before.
Transnational repression occurs when authoritarians target individuals outside their borders, and it is now easier for them than ever before.
The Golden Age of Transnational Repression | Journal of Democracy
Authoritarian regimes are targeting exiles and diaspora communities in more places than ever before. Activists, journalists, and regular people living abroad must watch their backs…
www.journalofdemocracy.org
November 24, 2025 at 7:28 PM
What is transnational repression?
Transnational repression occurs when authoritarians target individuals outside their borders, and it is now easier for them than ever before.
Transnational repression occurs when authoritarians target individuals outside their borders, and it is now easier for them than ever before.
Project 1925!
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I love my Signal group buddies who alert me to stuff like this.
I love my Signal group buddies who alert me to stuff like this.
63K views · 2.4K reactions | Agent Meyers confesses the plan to make America the 10th province of Canada 🇺🇸🇨🇦
📺: Murdoch Mysteries | @yannick_bisson | @ppktoronto | CBC Gem
Agent Meyers confesses the plan to make America the 10th province of Canada 🇺🇸🇨🇦
📺: Murdoch Mysteries | @yannick_bisson | @ppktoronto
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November 24, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Project 1925!
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Join us to celebrate the Leiden Political Economy Group's 10th anniversary!
November 20, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Join us to celebrate the Leiden Political Economy Group's 10th anniversary!
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Rubio Admits Difficulties in Translating US Peace Plan from the Original Russian
November 23, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Rubio Admits Difficulties in Translating US Peace Plan from the Original Russian
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Dutch authorities are investigating multiple drone incursions in the south of the country that closed Eindhoven airport for several hours on Saturday. The incident is the latest in a series of drone incursions that have affected military and civilian infrastructure in EU countries in recent months,
Netherlands investigates drone incursions in south
Multiple sightings force suspension of flights at Eindhoven airport for several hours on Saturday
www.ft.com
November 23, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Dutch authorities are investigating multiple drone incursions in the south of the country that closed Eindhoven airport for several hours on Saturday. The incident is the latest in a series of drone incursions that have affected military and civilian infrastructure in EU countries in recent months,
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J'aimerais sincèrement que quelqu'un m'explique ce qui justifie le fond de ce sondage, son coût et son utilisation.
Questionnaire adressé aux enseignants-chercheurs des universités françaises, la demande du gouvernement.
L'impensé politique d'une enquête prend ici la forme d'un code couleur. #VertRouge
L'impensé politique d'une enquête prend ici la forme d'un code couleur. #VertRouge
November 22, 2025 at 12:31 PM
J'aimerais sincèrement que quelqu'un m'explique ce qui justifie le fond de ce sondage, son coût et son utilisation.
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All the rape, torture, and murder will be brushed under the carpet, a great lesson for any future war criminals.
November 21, 2025 at 7:08 AM
All the rape, torture, and murder will be brushed under the carpet, a great lesson for any future war criminals.
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Now out @apsrjournal.bsky.social with page numbers! 🫒
We advance a new argument on how economic crises fuel support for far-right parties in left-behind places by tapping into long-standing community narratives
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@catherinedevries.bsky.social
We advance a new argument on how economic crises fuel support for far-right parties in left-behind places by tapping into long-standing community narratives
shorturl.at/bA55v
@catherinedevries.bsky.social
November 17, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Now out @apsrjournal.bsky.social with page numbers! 🫒
We advance a new argument on how economic crises fuel support for far-right parties in left-behind places by tapping into long-standing community narratives
shorturl.at/bA55v
@catherinedevries.bsky.social
We advance a new argument on how economic crises fuel support for far-right parties in left-behind places by tapping into long-standing community narratives
shorturl.at/bA55v
@catherinedevries.bsky.social
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The Friesland-based Dutch Certification Institute, which certifies shipping and yacht-related products, was taken over by a Chinese company in 2019. Now, it has suddenly closed down and its customers are stuck without necessary paperwork and with no clue where their dossiers have gone.
Chinese eigenaar doekt ineens Fries bedrijf op. Waar zijn de bedrijfsgeheimen van klanten? – Follow the Money: „DCI, dat productcertificaten leverde aan jachtbouwers, kreeg zes jaar geleden een omstreden Chinese eigenaar. Van de ene op de andere dag heeft het dit jaar alle activiteiten gestaakt.”
Chinese eigenaar doekt ineens Fries bedrijf op. Waar zijn de bedrijfsgeheimen van klanten?
Het Friese DCI, een keuringsclub voor de scheepvaart- en jachtbouwsector, kreeg eind 2019 een nieuw, Chinees moederbedrijf. De nieuwe eigenaar vertrok dit jaar met de noorderzon. Niemand weet nu waar ...
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November 17, 2025 at 9:20 AM
The Friesland-based Dutch Certification Institute, which certifies shipping and yacht-related products, was taken over by a Chinese company in 2019. Now, it has suddenly closed down and its customers are stuck without necessary paperwork and with no clue where their dossiers have gone.