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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 3d

This came across very strongly in the chair’s speech about threats to democracy around the world.

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Rima I Anabtawi @rimaanabtawi.bsky.social · 3d

Maria’s sacrifice and commitment has been enormous. She is so deserving of this prestigious award.

The New York Times @nytimes.com · 3d

Breaking News: The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to María Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader, for her work promoting democracy.

María Corina Machado Is Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize: Live Updates and Video

The Norwegian Nobel Committee praised “her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela.”

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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 3d

Just a few minutes to go…

AFP News Agency @en.afp.com · 3d

🏅 LIVE: Nobel Peace Prize is announced
The Nobel Peace Prize is set to be announced in Oslo by the Norwegian Nobel Committee.
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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 3d

Early morning breaking news discussion on BBC Scotland yesterday: Good Morning Scotland about 1 hour 35 mins in here:
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Good Morning Scotland - 09/10/2025 - BBC Sounds

The latest news from home and abroad, along with sport, travel and weather updates.

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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 3d

Yesterday’s BBC Scotland morning phonein discussion about 7 minutes in, saying in a way the Nobel Peace Prize should always go to the large number of unsung heroes who build sustainable peace and make agreements last - www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Mornings - with Stephen Jardine - BBC Sounds

Stephen wants your reaction to the first phase of the Gaza peace deal.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 3d

Prospects for a ceasefire with India’s World Is One News on October 7 - youtu.be/pItuzW4T-4c?...

October 7 Massacre: Two Years on, Ceasefire Talks at a Crossroads | WION News

YouTube video by WION

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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 3d

5 mins with China Global TV News: cgtn-advr-cut.hexaglobe.net/68e7e72cd471...

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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 3d

A few interviews and comments on what’s next for Gaza and whether the ceasefire agreement can lead to a larger and more durable solution.

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United Nations Association - UK (UNA-UK) @una-uk.bsky.social · 4d

UNA-UK is deeply concerned by the UK Government’s announcement of new police powers to restrict protests.

At a time of fear and polarisation, the UK should lead by example — reaffirming the universal values of peace, justice, and human rights at the heart of the UN Charter.

Our full statement⬇️

UNA-UK calls on the UK Government to uphold the right to peaceful protest | UNA-UK

The proposals, announced by the Home Secretary following the horrific attack on worshippers at...

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Disorder Podcast @disordershow.bsky.social · 3d

Is Trump's Gaza Ceasefire Going to Last?

Trump has announced a ceasefire deal today between Hamas and Israel, but can it stick? And how can it lead to lasting peace in the region? @janekinninmont.bsky.social discusses.

For more on October 7th: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IeNq...

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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 4d

Gaza ceasefire is a badly needed first step. I’ll be discussing on BBC Radio Scotland from 9am BST with callers phoning in from around the country.

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United Nations Association - UK (UNA-UK) @una-uk.bsky.social · 5d

As the world grieves today, we recall the preamble to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, written shortly after the horrors of WWII:

That “recognition of the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world…”

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United Nations Association - UK (UNA-UK) @una-uk.bsky.social · 5d

This harrowing anniversary also marks two years since the start of Israel’s onslaught on Gaza. We mourn the killing of more than 67,000 Palestinians and deplore the decimation of life in Gaza.

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United Nations Association - UK (UNA-UK) @una-uk.bsky.social · 5d

Today we mourn the victims of 7 October, denouncing the heinous, criminal atrocities carried out by Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups in Southern Israel in which 1,200 people were killed, and 251 people were taken hostage.

October 7 two years on: civilians continue to pay the highest price | UNA-UK

This harrowing anniversary also marks two years since the start of Israel’s onslaught on Gaza. We...

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Katie Martin @katie0martin.ft.com · 8d

Peacehaven: Fire at East Sussex mosque probed as 'hate crime' - BBC News share.google/MUSYAUZvDk8d...

Peacehaven: Fire at East Sussex mosque probed as 'hate crime' - BBC News

Video appears to show two people in balaclavas at the mosque before a large blaze spreads.

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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 9d

We at @una-uk.bsky.social are appalled by the antisemitic terrorist attack in Manchester yesterday and want to share our solidarity and grief.
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UNA-UK is appalled by the antisemitic terrorist attack in Manchester | UNA-UK

We know many people in British Jewish communities have already been living in fear of such an...

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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 10d

It’s horrible that yet again many Jewish people will be feeling frightened and insecure, and on an important holy day. Obviously, no one should ever be murdered for their religious beliefs, and this should not even need to be said.

Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 10d

Inevitably but not necessarily fairly, many people commenting are drawing links to Gaza as war in the Middle East ripples and reverberates around the world. In fact we don’t yet know much about this attacker, so such immediate judgements of motive tend to be based on assumptions - plus fear.

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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 10d

Sad and sickened to see the news of the attack on the synagogue in Manchester. Horrible that two people were killed and sounds like the attacker was trying to kill Ben larger numbers.

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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 11d

New episode: dissecting UNGA in 30 mins - less than half the length of Trump’s speech! - with @crisisgroup.org’s @richardgowan1.bsky.social.

Disorder Podcast @disordershow.bsky.social · 11d

How is Trump changing the UN? Can it adapt to declining US support?

Running through the highlights of UNGA week, Crisis Group's UN expert Richard Gowan tells Disorder host @janekinninmont.bsky.social of @una-uk.bsky.social how Trump's presidency has changed the UN in an era of global conflict.

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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 11d

About to go on BBC Radio Ulster to talk about Trump’s Gaza plan.

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Disorder Podcast @disordershow.bsky.social · 12d

Will Trump's Gaza peace plan work?

Trump and Netanyahu announced their peace plan for Gaza, but is it realistic? @janekinninmont.bsky.social explains.

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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 12d

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Disorder Podcast @disordershow.bsky.social · 13d

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Jane Kinninmont @janekinninmont.bsky.social · 12d

The episode where you set the agenda. Send us your questions for next time to [email protected].

Disorder Podcast @disordershow.bsky.social · 13d

In the latest episode of Disorder, Jane and Jason answer your top questions.

Is free speech dead in America? How does censorship work? Can the UK Green Party’s Zack  Polanski fight Farage’s Neo-populism? Is the answer to Trump Gavin Newsom or Zohran Mamdani?

Watch the latest episode to find out!