Mary Doria Russell
@mdoriarussell.bsky.social
Author Emeritus of The Sparrow, Children of God, A Thread of Grace, Dreamers of the Day, Doc, Epitaph, and The Women of the Copper Country. Infuriated that I've been fighting the same political battles since 1968, dammit.
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Explosions in Kyiv.
We’re under attack.
What else to say?
I charged everything,
edited photos – just in case I don’t get another chance (sorry, dark humour)
We’re under attack.
What else to say?
I charged everything,
edited photos – just in case I don’t get another chance (sorry, dark humour)
November 28, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Explosions in Kyiv.
We’re under attack.
What else to say?
I charged everything,
edited photos – just in case I don’t get another chance (sorry, dark humour)
We’re under attack.
What else to say?
I charged everything,
edited photos – just in case I don’t get another chance (sorry, dark humour)
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Yes, who is more likely to regard the sacrifice of people as abhorrent than those who follow a religion centered on celebrating the sacrifice of a person?
November 28, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Yes, who is more likely to regard the sacrifice of people as abhorrent than those who follow a religion centered on celebrating the sacrifice of a person?
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Release the MRI results
November 28, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Release the MRI results
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As law enforcement raids the house of President Volodymyr Zelensky’s closest aide, European officials are voicing support for Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies — with one even expressing relief that a figure seen a toxic among some in Europe is being investigated.
European officials welcome Ukraine’s anti-corruption searches of Zelensky's top aide
As law enforcement raids the house of President Volodymyr Zelensky’s closest aide, European officials are voicing support for Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies — with one even expressing relief that ...
kyivindependent.com
November 28, 2025 at 2:16 PM
As law enforcement raids the house of President Volodymyr Zelensky’s closest aide, European officials are voicing support for Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies — with one even expressing relief that a figure seen a toxic among some in Europe is being investigated.
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Greetings from Kyiv,
where I’m having a warcoffee in a bookstore.
I love the quiet hum of books.
Just stopped by to wish you a lovely Friday.
where I’m having a warcoffee in a bookstore.
I love the quiet hum of books.
Just stopped by to wish you a lovely Friday.
November 28, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Greetings from Kyiv,
where I’m having a warcoffee in a bookstore.
I love the quiet hum of books.
Just stopped by to wish you a lovely Friday.
where I’m having a warcoffee in a bookstore.
I love the quiet hum of books.
Just stopped by to wish you a lovely Friday.
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Dear Ukraine,
Believe nothing you are told by the government of my country.
With respect,
Mary
Believe nothing you are told by the government of my country.
With respect,
Mary
⚡️ US to discuss Ukraine security guarantees after peace deal signed, Rubio tells allies.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured allies during a Nov. 25 call that the U.S. plans to address security guarantees once an agreement is reached, Politico reported.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured allies during a Nov. 25 call that the U.S. plans to address security guarantees once an agreement is reached, Politico reported.
US to discuss Ukraine security guarantees after peace deal signed, Rubio tells allies
Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured allies during a Nov. 25 call that the U.S. plans to address security guarantees once an agreement is reached, Politico reported.
kyivindependent.com
November 28, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Dear Ukraine,
Believe nothing you are told by the government of my country.
With respect,
Mary
Believe nothing you are told by the government of my country.
With respect,
Mary
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⚡️A powerful explosion near the airfield in Novofedorivka, Crimea, report residents
Looks like a hit.
t.me/cremea_krym/...
Looks like a hit.
t.me/cremea_krym/...
November 27, 2025 at 7:45 PM
⚡️A powerful explosion near the airfield in Novofedorivka, Crimea, report residents
Looks like a hit.
t.me/cremea_krym/...
Looks like a hit.
t.me/cremea_krym/...
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⚡️Explosions reported in several Russian cities amid Ukrainian drone attack.
Explosions were reported in several Russian cities, including Taganrog, Smolensk, and Saratov, overnight on Nov. 28 amid a widespread drone attack.
Explosions were reported in several Russian cities, including Taganrog, Smolensk, and Saratov, overnight on Nov. 28 amid a widespread drone attack.
Explosions reported in several Russian cities amid Ukrainian drone attack
Explosions were reported in several Russian cities, including Taganrog, Novorossiysk, and Saratov, overnight on Nov. 28 amid a widespread drone attack.
kyivindependent.com
November 27, 2025 at 11:42 PM
⚡️Explosions reported in several Russian cities amid Ukrainian drone attack.
Explosions were reported in several Russian cities, including Taganrog, Smolensk, and Saratov, overnight on Nov. 28 amid a widespread drone attack.
Explosions were reported in several Russian cities, including Taganrog, Smolensk, and Saratov, overnight on Nov. 28 amid a widespread drone attack.
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If only we had a better President, Ukraine would not have to kowtow to Russia.
November 27, 2025 at 8:48 PM
If only we had a better President, Ukraine would not have to kowtow to Russia.
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Putin: “When Ukrainians troops withdraw from the territories they hold, then we will cease hostilities; If they don’t leave, we will achieve this by military means “
November 27, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Putin: “When Ukrainians troops withdraw from the territories they hold, then we will cease hostilities; If they don’t leave, we will achieve this by military means “
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AWESOME
A Russian drone flew over Moldova and crash landing.
After calling the Russian ambassador to meet with Moldovan authorities They placed the 6 ft drone at the entrance to the Ambassador’s entrance so the Russians had to walk around the drone as the Russians left.
Way to go Moldova!!
A Russian drone flew over Moldova and crash landing.
After calling the Russian ambassador to meet with Moldovan authorities They placed the 6 ft drone at the entrance to the Ambassador’s entrance so the Russians had to walk around the drone as the Russians left.
Way to go Moldova!!
November 27, 2025 at 7:33 PM
AWESOME
A Russian drone flew over Moldova and crash landing.
After calling the Russian ambassador to meet with Moldovan authorities They placed the 6 ft drone at the entrance to the Ambassador’s entrance so the Russians had to walk around the drone as the Russians left.
Way to go Moldova!!
A Russian drone flew over Moldova and crash landing.
After calling the Russian ambassador to meet with Moldovan authorities They placed the 6 ft drone at the entrance to the Ambassador’s entrance so the Russians had to walk around the drone as the Russians left.
Way to go Moldova!!
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REUTERS: “Trump blamed Biden-era vetting failures for the admission of an Afghan immigrant suspected of shooting two National Guard members — but the alleged gunman was granted asylum this year under Trump…” www.yahoo.com/news/article...
November 27, 2025 at 9:38 PM
REUTERS: “Trump blamed Biden-era vetting failures for the admission of an Afghan immigrant suspected of shooting two National Guard members — but the alleged gunman was granted asylum this year under Trump…” www.yahoo.com/news/article...
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Instead of seeking peace, the Kremlin is trying to buy time and undermine Ukraine’s allies, analysts say. Another goal is to shift the blame to Kyiv by accusing it of rejecting Russian conditions that are effectively tantamount to capitulation.
Russia's coy game: Why Kremlin won't commit to Trump's peace push
As U.S. President Donald Trump accelerates his push for a settlement in Moscow's war against Ukraine, analysts say Russia's ambiguous stance is clouding the process.
Even though the original peace pl...
kyivindependent.com
November 27, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Instead of seeking peace, the Kremlin is trying to buy time and undermine Ukraine’s allies, analysts say. Another goal is to shift the blame to Kyiv by accusing it of rejecting Russian conditions that are effectively tantamount to capitulation.
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This is the first Thanksgiving for Sophie & Colin Hortman without their parents, Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and Mark Hortman who were assassinated along with the family dog in an act of political murder. National guards troops were not deployed to the state in response.
November 27, 2025 at 5:24 PM
This is the first Thanksgiving for Sophie & Colin Hortman without their parents, Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and Mark Hortman who were assassinated along with the family dog in an act of political murder. National guards troops were not deployed to the state in response.
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Resilience also means getting ready for Christmas.
Kyiv,
near the Dormition Cathedral –
seen yesterday.
Kyiv,
near the Dormition Cathedral –
seen yesterday.
November 27, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Resilience also means getting ready for Christmas.
Kyiv,
near the Dormition Cathedral –
seen yesterday.
Kyiv,
near the Dormition Cathedral –
seen yesterday.
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I have not forgotten about the Epstein files. Have you?
November 27, 2025 at 7:55 AM
I have not forgotten about the Epstein files. Have you?
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If your eyes need some beauty.
These 18th-century icon lamps are now on display at the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, in the exhibition ‘Revived Universe.’
It features restored icons and sacred artworks, celebrating the work of Ukrainian restorers.
These 18th-century icon lamps are now on display at the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, in the exhibition ‘Revived Universe.’
It features restored icons and sacred artworks, celebrating the work of Ukrainian restorers.
November 27, 2025 at 3:14 PM
If your eyes need some beauty.
These 18th-century icon lamps are now on display at the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, in the exhibition ‘Revived Universe.’
It features restored icons and sacred artworks, celebrating the work of Ukrainian restorers.
These 18th-century icon lamps are now on display at the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, in the exhibition ‘Revived Universe.’
It features restored icons and sacred artworks, celebrating the work of Ukrainian restorers.
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Without farmworkers we wouldn’t be able to celebrate Thanksgiving. Be thankful for their hard work this holiday season!
Sin los trabajadores agrícolas no podríamos celebrar el Día de Acción de Gracias. ¡Agradece su arduo trabajo en estas fiestas!
#WeFeedYou #Thanksgiving
Sin los trabajadores agrícolas no podríamos celebrar el Día de Acción de Gracias. ¡Agradece su arduo trabajo en estas fiestas!
#WeFeedYou #Thanksgiving
November 27, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Without farmworkers we wouldn’t be able to celebrate Thanksgiving. Be thankful for their hard work this holiday season!
Sin los trabajadores agrícolas no podríamos celebrar el Día de Acción de Gracias. ¡Agradece su arduo trabajo en estas fiestas!
#WeFeedYou #Thanksgiving
Sin los trabajadores agrícolas no podríamos celebrar el Día de Acción de Gracias. ¡Agradece su arduo trabajo en estas fiestas!
#WeFeedYou #Thanksgiving
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Speaker Mike Johnson is "crushed by his workload."
Bitch, please! You've been on a self-conferred vacation the past few months.
Bitch, please! You've been on a self-conferred vacation the past few months.
November 27, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Speaker Mike Johnson is "crushed by his workload."
Bitch, please! You've been on a self-conferred vacation the past few months.
Bitch, please! You've been on a self-conferred vacation the past few months.
Photoshopped by Brian Pierce. Happy Thanksgiving!
November 27, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Photoshopped by Brian Pierce. Happy Thanksgiving!
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‘Unthinkable’: Fmr. Natl. Security official knocks White House-Kremlin call
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Leaked transcript of White House-Kremlin call published by Bloomberg ahead of peace talks in Moscow
Bloomberg says it has reviewed a leaked conversation between presidential envoy Steve Witkoff and senior Kremlin advisers. This comes ahead of a meeting in Moscow next week to discuss a possible Ukrai...
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November 26, 2025 at 6:40 PM
‘Unthinkable’: Fmr. Natl. Security official knocks White House-Kremlin call
www.ms.now/chris-jansin...
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