Jim Russell 🏴.
@jazzyrussell.bsky.social
Former paperboy then, after training, 32 years in scottish NHS. Scottish Independence supporter. Currently treasurer of a local charity.
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I do hope the SNP campaign is going to, in large part, use this narrative. Let people know how they have persisted and, as much as they can, within the limits of devolution succeeded in many progressive areas. Just not messing with the NHS structure and introducing an "internal market" is a plus.
November 29, 2025 at 6:50 PM
I do hope the SNP campaign is going to, in large part, use this narrative. Let people know how they have persisted and, as much as they can, within the limits of devolution succeeded in many progressive areas. Just not messing with the NHS structure and introducing an "internal market" is a plus.
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A campaign against an estate's 'unacceptable' banning of walkers from accessing four popular Munros at one of Scotland's 'most beautiful glens' has been launched
Campaign against estate's 'unacceptable' banning of walkers from four Munros launches
www.thenational.scot
November 29, 2025 at 6:12 PM
A campaign against an estate's 'unacceptable' banning of walkers from accessing four popular Munros at one of Scotland's 'most beautiful glens' has been launched
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This should be shared!
November 29, 2025 at 5:06 PM
This should be shared!
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I'm disabled. Here's the truth about the Motability scheme. It's a vital lifeline for disabled people with mobility issues, and we have to pay for it.
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I’m disabled, here’s the truth about the Motability scheme.
The Labour party has capitulated to right wing demonisation of the most vulnerable minority group in the country, the disabled. I’ve pointed this out before but it bears repeating. The disabl…
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November 29, 2025 at 4:10 PM
I'm disabled. Here's the truth about the Motability scheme. It's a vital lifeline for disabled people with mobility issues, and we have to pay for it.
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This should be shared!
November 29, 2025 at 5:06 PM
This should be shared!
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The economic case for the Union has been 'torn apart', Stephen Flynn has said, predicting that the UK is set for 'another lost decade'
Economic case for Union 'torn apart' by Labour's Budget, Stephen Flynn says
www.thenational.scot
November 29, 2025 at 2:10 PM
The economic case for the Union has been 'torn apart', Stephen Flynn has said, predicting that the UK is set for 'another lost decade'
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Police said there was no case to answer, so this seems either pointless, or motivated by Scotland is shitery.
Here they come, just as we approach the Scottish Gov elections, you could set your clock by it, www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Ministers ordered to publish Nicola Sturgeon inquiry evidence
The Scottish government has been ordered to publish some of the written evidence from an investigation into whether Nicola Sturgeon broke the ministerial code.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 29, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Police said there was no case to answer, so this seems either pointless, or motivated by Scotland is shitery.
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1/ The Wall Street Journal reports that the main focus of the US-Russia peace talks is to get commercial advantage for American companies, and personal benefits for individuals linked to the Trump Administration. European officials are said to be shocked by the plans. ⬇️
November 29, 2025 at 3:06 PM
1/ The Wall Street Journal reports that the main focus of the US-Russia peace talks is to get commercial advantage for American companies, and personal benefits for individuals linked to the Trump Administration. European officials are said to be shocked by the plans. ⬇️
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Though one should always be wary, the last few days have actually been better for Ukraine. Moves against corruption, possible changes mooted in Ukrainian high command, and signs that in Europe, ever so slightly, the gloves are coming off.
November 29, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Though one should always be wary, the last few days have actually been better for Ukraine. Moves against corruption, possible changes mooted in Ukrainian high command, and signs that in Europe, ever so slightly, the gloves are coming off.
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‼️ In a comment to FT, Yermak said that he had no negative feelings about losing his position.
He expressed hope that Ukrainian side would be able to agree on several difficult points regarding the peace plan.
Yermak assured that Zelensky would not sign anything against the interests of Ukraine.
He expressed hope that Ukrainian side would be able to agree on several difficult points regarding the peace plan.
Yermak assured that Zelensky would not sign anything against the interests of Ukraine.
November 29, 2025 at 4:02 PM
‼️ In a comment to FT, Yermak said that he had no negative feelings about losing his position.
He expressed hope that Ukrainian side would be able to agree on several difficult points regarding the peace plan.
Yermak assured that Zelensky would not sign anything against the interests of Ukraine.
He expressed hope that Ukrainian side would be able to agree on several difficult points regarding the peace plan.
Yermak assured that Zelensky would not sign anything against the interests of Ukraine.
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🇺🇦 “Zelensky was my friend before this job, and I will consider him so after,” - Yermak
“In any case, the president, despite the pressure, will not sign or approve anything that contradicts the interests of Ukraine,” he added.
“In any case, the president, despite the pressure, will not sign or approve anything that contradicts the interests of Ukraine,” he added.
November 29, 2025 at 4:09 PM
🇺🇦 “Zelensky was my friend before this job, and I will consider him so after,” - Yermak
“In any case, the president, despite the pressure, will not sign or approve anything that contradicts the interests of Ukraine,” he added.
“In any case, the president, despite the pressure, will not sign or approve anything that contradicts the interests of Ukraine,” he added.
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If I’m understanding this correctly, X is owned by a white nationalist who pays poor people of color in developing countries to pretend to be working class white Americans to scare other white Americans into being afraid poor people of color from developing countries are going to ruin America?
November 23, 2025 at 7:30 PM
If I’m understanding this correctly, X is owned by a white nationalist who pays poor people of color in developing countries to pretend to be working class white Americans to scare other white Americans into being afraid poor people of color from developing countries are going to ruin America?
Powerful message from Donald Tusk this morning:
"I wish to remind our allies that NATO was created to defend the West against the Soviet aggression, that is against Russia. And its foundation was solidarity, not egoistic interests. I hope that nothing has changed."
"I wish to remind our allies that NATO was created to defend the West against the Soviet aggression, that is against Russia. And its foundation was solidarity, not egoistic interests. I hope that nothing has changed."
November 29, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Powerful message from Donald Tusk this morning:
"I wish to remind our allies that NATO was created to defend the West against the Soviet aggression, that is against Russia. And its foundation was solidarity, not egoistic interests. I hope that nothing has changed."
"I wish to remind our allies that NATO was created to defend the West against the Soviet aggression, that is against Russia. And its foundation was solidarity, not egoistic interests. I hope that nothing has changed."
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The Ukrainian Air Force reported on the overnight combined missile and drone attack.
Shot down:
558/596 Shahed and other type drones
1/5 Kh-47M2 Kinzhal aeroballistic missiles
12/23 Kh-101/Iskander-K cruise missiles
4/4 Iskander-M ballistic missiles
2/4 Kh-59/69 cruise missiles
Shot down:
558/596 Shahed and other type drones
1/5 Kh-47M2 Kinzhal aeroballistic missiles
12/23 Kh-101/Iskander-K cruise missiles
4/4 Iskander-M ballistic missiles
2/4 Kh-59/69 cruise missiles
November 29, 2025 at 11:06 AM
The Ukrainian Air Force reported on the overnight combined missile and drone attack.
Shot down:
558/596 Shahed and other type drones
1/5 Kh-47M2 Kinzhal aeroballistic missiles
12/23 Kh-101/Iskander-K cruise missiles
4/4 Iskander-M ballistic missiles
2/4 Kh-59/69 cruise missiles
Shot down:
558/596 Shahed and other type drones
1/5 Kh-47M2 Kinzhal aeroballistic missiles
12/23 Kh-101/Iskander-K cruise missiles
4/4 Iskander-M ballistic missiles
2/4 Kh-59/69 cruise missiles
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November 29, 2025 at 11:06 AM
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When outsiders suggest “trading land for peace,” they’re asking people to surrender their homes and names. Peace doesn’t come from erasing Ukrainians from their own map — it comes from ending the invasion so people can live where they belong: at home, in Ukraine.
November 29, 2025 at 11:04 AM
When outsiders suggest “trading land for peace,” they’re asking people to surrender their homes and names. Peace doesn’t come from erasing Ukrainians from their own map — it comes from ending the invasion so people can live where they belong: at home, in Ukraine.
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“Mr. Trump, I’m from Donbas — why should I give my home and my region to Russia? Donbas is Ukraine.”
A Ukrainian soldier from Donetsk wrote this on a ruined wall. This isn’t politics; it’s a life tied to a street, a graveyard, a school.👇
A Ukrainian soldier from Donetsk wrote this on a ruined wall. This isn’t politics; it’s a life tied to a street, a graveyard, a school.👇
November 29, 2025 at 11:04 AM
“Mr. Trump, I’m from Donbas — why should I give my home and my region to Russia? Donbas is Ukraine.”
A Ukrainian soldier from Donetsk wrote this on a ruined wall. This isn’t politics; it’s a life tied to a street, a graveyard, a school.👇
A Ukrainian soldier from Donetsk wrote this on a ruined wall. This isn’t politics; it’s a life tied to a street, a graveyard, a school.👇
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Glory to Ukraine! Slava Ukraini!
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At around 4 a.m., Ukrainian naval drones reportedly struck the Caspian Pipeline Consortium’s marine terminal near Novorossiysk, destroying an oil loading pier. Russian media confirm the mooring structure is now inoperable. The terminal is a key route for Russian oil exports.
November 29, 2025 at 11:14 AM
At around 4 a.m., Ukrainian naval drones reportedly struck the Caspian Pipeline Consortium’s marine terminal near Novorossiysk, destroying an oil loading pier. Russian media confirm the mooring structure is now inoperable. The terminal is a key route for Russian oil exports.
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/2. At the moment of the strike, both sanctioned vessels were empty and en route to the port of Novorossiysk to load cargo.
November 29, 2025 at 11:20 AM
/2. At the moment of the strike, both sanctioned vessels were empty and en route to the port of Novorossiysk to load cargo.
From my undersranding of the WSJ report 'make money not war' the US foreign policy is going to back Russia over Ukraine on the promise of making money!
I despair for Ukraine and Europe has the balls and intelligence to counteract this awfil policy!
I despair for Ukraine and Europe has the balls and intelligence to counteract this awfil policy!
November 29, 2025 at 11:25 AM
From my undersranding of the WSJ report 'make money not war' the US foreign policy is going to back Russia over Ukraine on the promise of making money!
I despair for Ukraine and Europe has the balls and intelligence to counteract this awfil policy!
I despair for Ukraine and Europe has the balls and intelligence to counteract this awfil policy!
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Damage to the Russian shadow fleet oil tanker Virat IMO 9832559
November 29, 2025 at 10:07 AM
Damage to the Russian shadow fleet oil tanker Virat IMO 9832559
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Russia is pitching a peace-through-business plan to a Trump team envoy Witkoff, offering sanctions relief and U.S. investment in exchange for Ukraine freezing the front line and giving up NATO. A must-read really given the ongoing circumstances.
www.wsj.com/world/russia...
www.wsj.com/world/russia...
Make Money Not War: Trump’s Real Plan for Peace in Ukraine
The Kremlin pitched the White House on peace through business. To Europe’s dismay, the president and his envoy are on board.
www.wsj.com
November 29, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Russia is pitching a peace-through-business plan to a Trump team envoy Witkoff, offering sanctions relief and U.S. investment in exchange for Ukraine freezing the front line and giving up NATO. A must-read really given the ongoing circumstances.
www.wsj.com/world/russia...
www.wsj.com/world/russia...
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🔘Hnatov - Chief of General Staff.
🔘Ivashchenko - Head of Foreign Intelligence Service.
🔘Kyslytsia - First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs.
🔘Ostryansky - First Deputy Secretary of National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine.
🔘Poklad - Deputy Head of SBU.
🔘Skibitsky - Deputy Head of the GUR.
🔘Ivashchenko - Head of Foreign Intelligence Service.
🔘Kyslytsia - First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs.
🔘Ostryansky - First Deputy Secretary of National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine.
🔘Poklad - Deputy Head of SBU.
🔘Skibitsky - Deputy Head of the GUR.
November 29, 2025 at 10:21 AM
🔘Hnatov - Chief of General Staff.
🔘Ivashchenko - Head of Foreign Intelligence Service.
🔘Kyslytsia - First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs.
🔘Ostryansky - First Deputy Secretary of National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine.
🔘Poklad - Deputy Head of SBU.
🔘Skibitsky - Deputy Head of the GUR.
🔘Ivashchenko - Head of Foreign Intelligence Service.
🔘Kyslytsia - First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs.
🔘Ostryansky - First Deputy Secretary of National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine.
🔘Poklad - Deputy Head of SBU.
🔘Skibitsky - Deputy Head of the GUR.
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🇺🇦👀 Zelensky has taken a strong step by dismissing Yermak: this will trigger serious changes in the negotiations to end the war, — The Guardian
November 29, 2025 at 10:40 AM
🇺🇦👀 Zelensky has taken a strong step by dismissing Yermak: this will trigger serious changes in the negotiations to end the war, — The Guardian