nafohoplite.mainbastards.online
British Army 2002-2006 | Combat Infantry Signaller | 🇬🇧 🇬🇷 | #NAFO #FAFO
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Doubt it but feel free to claim you're from wherever you want đź‘Ť
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If Ukraine is screwed by a bad peace deal it won't be the end. The people of Ukraine don't want to be subjugated and as someone who claims to enjoy freedom I presume you respect that.
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Yes he would. He's reminding Trump that he has no barriers to victory and that people should be afraid of him.
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My friend, I feel free and you can't tell me any different. I'm glad I don't need to worry about regular mass school shootings and high levels of gun crime. That's part of my freedom. You can have yours.
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đź‘Ť
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I'm happy for you to have your opinions. I live in a free country đź‘Ť
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I am happy to agree that Musk is not attempting to financially audit the US government and is misrepresenting his intentions
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I can't help it if you don't know what you're talking about.
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Your reply is somewhat incoherent and hasn't detracted from the obvious:
It was Russia.
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It produced energy for 14 years post accident as the last reactor was shut down in 2000. It could technically still produce power
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Except Elon Musk and his DOGE clowns have found no evidence of NAFO funding. Because there isn't any.
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A drone built by Russia hit a Ukrainian nuclear power plant. Russia has targeted Ukrainian energy production throughout its second war with Ukraine. Occam's razor says it was Russia.
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I've deleted my Threads app and mothballed my profile
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Every shred of evidence says it was Russia. Have you ever heard of Occam's razor? 🤦
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Occam's...
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I have read that a lot of the payments for Russian soldiers being KIA are not made as they claim there's no body, which saves them money. So that could be a factor. I wouldn't be surprised if some of the commanding officers also tried to claim those payments through corruption. It's endemic.
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I think they are still prepared to do this in an attempt to exhaust Ukrainian ammunition. For the Kremlin, Russian troops are far less valuable than expending Ukrainian equipment. Human life has no value to Putin and his allies.
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I was trying to be polite but I am inclined to agree with you!
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10/ In summary, Orbán, Fico, and Kobakhidze are deeply problematic: they peddle anti‑corruption rhetoric while engaging in corruption themselves, use bogus charges to victimise opponents, conceal vast wealth, and are fervently pro‑Russia—jeopardising democracy and public trust. 🧵🔚
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9/ Their actions, coupled with staunch support for Kremlin policies, reveal a troubling convergence of domestic autocracy and external authoritarian influence. This alliance not only undermines national sovereignty but also compromises the very democratic values they claim to defend.
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8/ The fallout is a political landscape where institutions meant to protect citizens are weakened, leaving the public exposed. As these leaders enrich themselves and their allies, oligarchic interests are prioritised at the expense of transparency and democratic accountability.
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7/ By weaponising corruption charges against their adversaries, these authoritarians not only silence legitimate criticism but also create a climate in which genuine reform becomes impossible. Their tactics stifle debate and allow corruption to thrive unchecked.
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6/ The irony is palpable. Those who decry corruption and champion the public good are, in reality, entangled in opaque networks of self‑enrichment and dubious alliances. This hypocrisy undermines any moral authority they claim, and it corrodes democratic norms.
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5/ Their unabashed pro‑Kremlin alignment only deepens suspicions. Embracing a model that rewards loyalty over accountability, these figures actively support Russian interests—fostering an environment in which cronyism flourishes and democratic institutions are eroded.
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4/ These leaders routinely employ a double standard: while railing against corruption in others, they engage in secretive wealth accumulation and patronage. By victimising opponents through alleged corruption, they justify authoritarian measures and undermine genuine accountability.
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3/ Similarly, Robert Fico and Irakli Kobakhidze have been known to target political opponents with spurious corruption allegations, using dubious investigations as a means to silence dissent. Their public anti‑corruption stance conceals their own corrupt practices. www.nytimes.com/2024/09/12/w...
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2/ For instance, Viktor Orbán—long celebrated for his nationalist stance—was recently exposed by French TV channel France 2 for owning an undeclared, luxurious Austro‑Hungarian‑era palace valued at €45 million. This discovery starkly contradicts his anti‑corruption image.
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10/ In summary, Musk and Ramaswamy’s DOGE is fraught with issues: unvetted, inexperienced personnel; bypassed security clearances; the inclusion of far‑right extremists; the dismantling of vital security departments; and a reckless approach that endangers US citizens and national stability. 🧵🔚
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9/ Experts warn that undermining these security bodies leaves the US exposed to both internal and external threats. The systematic dismantling of proven institutions makes the nation an easier target for those seeking to profit from instability and compromise citizens’ welfare.
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8/ By sidelining experienced professionals in favour of ideologically driven developers, the initiative bypassed long‑standing protocols meant to protect sensitive information and national interests thereby eroding democratic accountability and endangering public trust. www.wired.com/story/elon-m...
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7/ This reckless approach reflects a broader trend of corporate overreach in public affairs. Musk and Ramaswamy’s strategy prioritised disruptive innovation over the careful stewardship and expertise required to maintain the security and integrity of key government functions.
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6/ The destruction of these vital institutions not only weakens national defences but also creates opportunities for oligarchs to exploit the ensuing chaos—amassing wealth at the expense of ordinary US citizens whose safety and prosperity are compromised.
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5/ It is important to note that many of the government departments being dismantled provided essential security functions, protecting US citizens and upholding public safety. Their erosion leaves the nation increasingly vulnerable to threats at home and abroad. theconversation.com/efficiency-o...
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4/ Even more alarming was the decision to grant these individuals access to sensitive US data without the requisite security clearances. By bypassing established protocols designed to ensure trusted handling of national assets, the initiative recklessly undermined key security safeguards.
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3/ Among these recruits is Marko Elez, a developer with documented far‑right leanings and an outspoken advocate of eugenics. His inclusion in projects handling sensitive data only heightened fears that extremist ideologies would infiltrate and corrupt critical government operations.
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2/ Critics have warned that the strategy involved ignoring forensic accountants in favour of a team of developers lacking experience in government or finance. Such a move compromises the integrity of departments vital for protecting US citizens from both domestic and international threats.
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Who is Mike Rivero, and how is he this stupid?
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10/ Russia’s actions in Afghanistan reflect its imperialist vision: destabilise democracies, fuel authoritarianism, and expand influence. The Afghan war became another chapter in Moscow’s broader campaign to weaken Western ideals and institutions globally. 🧵🔚 theconversation.com/russia-and-t...
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9/ The fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban in 2021 marked the culmination of destabilising efforts by multiple actors, including Russia. Moscow’s preference for authoritarian regimes over democracy ensured Afghanistan’s transformation into a non-democratic state. theconversation.com/russia-and-t...
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8/ Afghan civilians suffered immensely from these actions. Russian-armed insurgents intensified attacks on communities, eroding local security and governance. The collapse of the democratic Afghan state was a direct outcome of prolonged conflict fueled by external meddling.
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7/ Russia’s interference also targeted NATO unity. Bounties on coalition troops strained alliances, particularly among nations like the UK, where such reports fueled public outrage. By fracturing allied unity, Russia undermined Western coordination in the region. nationalinterest.org/feature/how-...
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6/ This policy was consistent with Russia’s imperialist playbook: destabilise democratic nations while backing authoritarian or non-democratic regimes. Supporting insurgents in Afghanistan mirrored its actions elsewhere, like Syria, Libya, and Ukraine. carnegieendowment.org/research/202...
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5/ Moscow exploited Afghanistan’s strategic position to undermine U.S. and NATO influence. A stable, democratic Afghanistan aligned with the West was an obstacle to Russian regional dominance. By supporting insurgents, Russia ensured the collapse of democratic governance.
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4/ Russia's arms transfers mirrored its broader strategy of supporting non-democratic regimes. By arming the Taliban, Moscow strengthened an authoritarian group at the expense of a fragile democracy, ensuring Afghanistan remained a destabilised battleground for its interests.
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3/ Beyond bounties, Russia reportedly armed insurgents, including Taliban factions, with weapons like small arms and anti-tank systems. These arms strengthened insurgent capabilities, making the fight against U.S., coalition, and Afghan forces more deadly and protracted.
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2/ These bounties were part of Russia’s imperialist worldview, targeting democratic nations to weaken their stability. By incentivising attacks on Afghan forces, Russia actively undermined efforts to build a democratic Afghanistan, favoring instability over a U.S.-aligned state.
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10/ As Trump prepares for his inauguration, contradictions grow more glaring. Promising peace while threatening war, claiming outsider status despite elite ties, & stoking division while calling for unity may have worked before, but such inconsistencies may now cost him credibility. 🧵🔚