Lightnews — Scholar-powered news

Reposted by Frank Slijper

The Costs of War Project @costsofwar.bsky.social · 22h

BREAKING: The post-10/7 wars have killed or injured at least 236,505 people in Gaza alone. The U.S. has spent over $31 billion and counting in the wider region since Oct. 7, 2023, where millions have been displaced, according to new Costs of War research. [THREAD]

Photo Credit: Heidi Levine, 2025

Photo by Heidi Levine (July 30, 2025) showing an aerial view of Gaza destruction, taken during a Royal Jordanian military flight for a humanitarian aid mission.

1 14 6

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 5h

"Indeed, the destruction, the death toll and the spillover of the conflict into other countries is a monument to shame diplomacy and what remains of international law. Arguably, it is the profession’s lowest point since 1939." - @patrickwintour.bsky.social
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/o...

Diplomacy’s lowest point: how the Israel-Gaza conflict was mishandled

In two years there have been many versions of a ‘day after’ plan for Gaza and many obstacles to overcome

www.theguardian.com

1

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 5h

Support the appeal against the UK government arming Israel
Rally outside the Royal Courts of Justice, The Strand
Thursday 9th October 2025 from 9am
caat.org.uk/events/high-... via @caatuk.bsky.social

caat.org.uk

1

Reposted by Frank Slijper

caatuk.bsky.social @caatuk.bsky.social · 2d

Britain is currently housing US B61-12s at RAF Lakenheath.

These nukes have no place in Britain.

2 1

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 17h

Bangladesh air force to spend billions on new multirole fighters - possibly J-10CE fighters from China. www.defensenews.com/global/asia-...

Bangladesh air force gets nod to spend billions on multirole fighters

Two air forces fly the Chinese-made J-10 fighter – China and Pakistan – but a third nation could soon become an operator of this 4.5-generation jet.

www.defensenews.com

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 17h

Spain is reportedly considering acquiring Turkey’s incoming fifth-generation KAAN fighter jets after shelving plans to purchase US-made F-35s in August in favor of European-built platforms.
thedefensepost.com/2025/10/06/s...

Spain Eyes Turkish KAAN Fighter Jet After Scrapping F-35 Plan: Report

Spain is reportedly considering acquiring Turkey’s incoming KAAN fighter jets after shelving plans to buy F-35s in favor of European platforms.

thedefensepost.com

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 1d

In our F-35/Israel case the Supreme Court ordered govt. to properly re-assess F-35 export licence against risk of IHL violations by Israel. With ongoing genocide in Gaza export of F-35 parts to Israel must remain prohibited.
SC also confirmed NGO access to judiciary.
paxforpeace.nl/news/supreme...

Supreme Court orders Dutch government to properly review F-35 parts export under humanitarian law - PAX

In today’s ruling, the Supreme Court has ordered the Minister to assess the export licence for F-35 components against international humanitarian law. Given the ongoing genocide in Gaza, it is crystal...

paxforpeace.nl

1 2

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 1d

Secret Cargo: Inside Australia’s Covert F-35 Parts Pipeline to Israel
consortiumnews.com/2025/10/02/s...

Secret Cargo: Inside Australia’s Covert F-35 Parts Pipeline to Israel

At least 68 shipments of F-35 fighter jet parts have been flown on commercial passenger planes to Israel from Australia as recently as last month, leaked documents reveal, reports Peter Cronau. Th...

consortiumnews.com

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 1d

Trump Calls Cartel Members “Terrorists.”
They’re Armed With Bullets From a U.S. Army Factory.
theintercept.com/2025/10/02/t...

Trump Calls Cartel Members “Terrorists.” They’re Armed With Bullets From a U.S. Army Factory.

The president blames Mexico for the flow of drugs into the U.S. — while enabling the flow of guns into Mexico by slashing federal regulators.

theintercept.com

1 2

Reposted by Frank Slijper

Privacy International @privacyinternational.org · 6d

As civilian tech moves into the battlefield, states bring military tech into our towns.

With our partners around the world, we're asking: who's driving this, and what harm are they causing? 👉 privacyinternational.org/campaigns/mi...

Challenging the Militarisation of Tech | Privacy International

War and conflict must not dominate our societies and technologies.

privacyinternational.org

2 9

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 1d

Nazi-linked company among suppliers of 563 tonnes of bomb and ammunition parts headed to Elbit, Israel's biggest weapons producer.
Ocean Gladiator left Port of Paulsboro (US) for Ashdod carrying 162 tonnes of ammunition cartridge cases from Wieland Group.
www.ontheditch.com/nazi-linked-...

Tonnes of ammunition en route to Israel

A Nazi regime-linked company is among the suppliers of 563 tonnes of bomb shells and ammunition headed to Israel on a ship moored at a US port.

www.ontheditch.com

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 2d

Good longread by @privacyinternational.org:
Big Tech’s bind with military and intelligence agencies
www.privacyinternational.org/long-read/56...

Big Tech’s bind with military and intelligence agencies

In their gold rush to build cloud and AI tools, Big Tech is also enabling unprecedented government surveillance. Thanks to reporting from The Guardian, +972 Magazine, Local Call, and The Intercept, we...

www.privacyinternational.org

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 3d

Police make almost 500 arrests in London at Palestine Action silent vigil in support of banned organisation
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/o...

Police make almost 500 arrests at Palestine Action protest in London

Officers arrest activists at silent vigil in support of banned organisation, as demos go ahead despite PM’s pleas

www.theguardian.com

1 1

Reposted by Frank Slijper

The Associated Press @apnews.com · 4d

Over 2 million people across Italy have rallied in more than 100 cities for a one-day general strike.

2 million rally in Italy for Gaza as general strike halts key services

Over 2 million people across Italy have rallied in more than 100 cities for a one-day general strike.

bit.ly

260 4.2K 12K

Reposted by Frank Slijper

Stop Killer Robots @stopkillerrobots.bsky.social · 5d

🧵👇UPDATE: Here are some additional statements from High Level Week at #UNGA80 on #AutonomousWeapons and military #AI

🆕 Take a deeper dive in our latest Substack post: stopkillerrobots.substack.com/p/no-machine...

Stop Killer Robots @stopkillerrobots.bsky.social · 11d

#HighLevelWeek at the United Nations🇺🇳 made clear that
#AutonomousWeapons are on the table. The international community needs to create legal safeguards on military #AI and #AutonomousWeapons.

🧵👇 Here are some key takeaways from this week at #UNGA80

1 3

Reposted by Frank Slijper

SIPRI.bsky.social @sipri.org · 5d

Following the Hamas-led attack on #Israel on 7 Oct 2023, Israel launched a military campaign in #Gaza. This military campaign has continued for the past two years.

This backgrounder looks at how 6 of the top 10 exporters of major arms have adjusted their policies in the past year 🔗 bit.ly/4gTypwn

5 3

Reposted by Frank Slijper

Henk Willem Smits @henkwillem.bsky.social · 4d

Zo financieren investeerders als Allianz Israëls oorlogen

www.ftm.nl/artikelen/zo...

Zo financieren investeerders als Allianz Israëls oorlogen

Israëlische staatsobligaties, een soort leningen, zijn cruciaal voor de oorlogen die het land voert. De Duitse verzekeraar en vermogensbeheerder Allianz, die miljarden belegt voor klanten in de Benelu...

www.ftm.nl

6 7

Reposted by Frank Slijper

Forum on the Arms Trade @forumarmstrade.bsky.social · 5d

Developments in the Netherlands on F-35 parts and arms exports to Israel
@paxvoorvrede.nl @frankslijper.bsky.social

paxforpeace.nl/news/supreme...

Supreme court hearing on transit and export of F-35 components - PAX

On 6 September 2024, the Supreme Court dealt with the Hague court's earlier ruling that any transit and export of F-35 components to Israel.

paxforpeace.nl

2 1

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 5d

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) records 13% increase in sales and a 10% increase in net profit in first half of 2025;
“as of this date, the company is not aware of any material impact on the business situation with its customers due to the war situation.”
www.defensenews.com/global/midea...

Missile and space division leads IAI’s revenue in 2025

The Israeli company said it has yet to see a business impact of European nations souring on the Netanyahu government over the war in Gaza.

www.defensenews.com

1 1

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 6d

Duitse media: Scheepswerf Damen verliest miljardenopdracht voor bouw fregatten. Damen ontkent.
www.bnr.nl/nieuws/econo...

Duitse media: Scheepswerf Damen verliest megaopdracht voor bouw fregatten, Damen ontkent

De oplevering van deze schepen loopt flinke vertraging op, waardoor Damen Naval dit jaar in de financiële problemen kwam.

www.bnr.nl

Reposted by Frank Slijper

Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 16d

Come work with us!

💼 Position: ATT Monitor Research Associate
📆 Deadline: Monday 6 October 2025 at 23:30 CEST
📖 Required Experience: research and policy analysis - particularly in arms control or related fields.
👉 Full details and how to apply: attmonitor.org/en/about/car...

The image showcases an open position at the ATT Monitor for a Research Associate. It notes that the successful candidate for this position has a proven background in research, data collection and analysis on issues related to disarmament and arms control, international relations and/or international security.

5 3

Reposted by Frank Slijper

Justice For Myanmar @justiceformyanmar.org · 7d

📣 Justice For Myanmar named 2025 Right Livelihood laureate

Award shines a light on Myanmar people’s struggle to dismantle the military cartel.

Press Release 👉🏽 buff.ly/glncPoQ

Right Livelihood Award announcement 👉🏽 buff.ly/0W9ftKU

#changemakers #RightLivelihood #Myanmar #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

3 6 11

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 8d

India's Tata inaugurates first foreign military vehicle manufacturing facility in Morocco
www.defenceweb.co.za/industry/ind...

Tata inaugurates first foreign vehicle manufacturing facility in Morocco - defenceWeb

Tata Advanced Systems Limited has inaugurated its first overseas defence manufacturing facility, in Morocco, which is producing the company’s 8x8 Wheeled

www.defenceweb.co.za

1

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 8d

Mali’s military displays new hardware during anniversary parade.
Media reports suggest a total of 160 armoured vehicles are being acquired from China’s Norinco.
www.defenceweb.co.za/land/land-la...

Mali’s military displays new hardware during anniversary parade - defenceWeb

Having recently received several batches of Chinese military hardware, Mali’s Armed Forces (FAMA) displayed its new equipment at its 23 September Independence

www.defenceweb.co.za

1

Frank Slijper @frankslijper.bsky.social · 8d

Spain prohibits transit of US military aircraft and vessels carrying arms, ammunition, or equipment destined for Israel through its bases at Rota (Cadiz) and Moron de la Frontera (Seville), sources familiar with the functioning of the US-Spain Joint Committee confirmed.
www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/sp...

Spain bans transit of US arms shipments to Israel via Rota, Moron bases

'Rota and Moron are not a backdoor,' sources familiar with functioning of US-Spain Joint Committee confirm - Anadolu Ajansı

www.aa.com.tr

6 6