Michael Sparkes
@sparkesmichael.bsky.social
An exile happy to be in this new land. Looking to explore and understand this crazy world and help others when I can. Pro EU, NHS and democracy! 🇺🇦🇸🇩
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"..the Lord said I was hungry and you told me I could make a meal for 30p, I was a stranger and you said 'fuck off back where you came from', I was sick and you said we should replace the NHS with private health insurance..."
December 13, 2025 at 8:43 AM
"..the Lord said I was hungry and you told me I could make a meal for 30p, I was a stranger and you said 'fuck off back where you came from', I was sick and you said we should replace the NHS with private health insurance..."
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#EU approves permanent freeze on the €210 billion of #Russian
assets held in Europe
The measure removes the need for six-month extensions of authority, and this the possibility of a veto by countries with pro-Kremlin leaders such as Hungary and Slovakia
#Ukraine #UkraineWar
assets held in Europe
The measure removes the need for six-month extensions of authority, and this the possibility of a veto by countries with pro-Kremlin leaders such as Hungary and Slovakia
#Ukraine #UkraineWar
#UkraineWar, Day 1,388: #Kyiv- #Europe --- US Security Guarantees Before Any Negotiations Over Territory
#Ukraine #Donetsk #TrumpRussia
eaworldview.com/2025/12/ukra...
#Ukraine #Donetsk #TrumpRussia
eaworldview.com/2025/12/ukra...
Ukraine War, Day 1,388: Kyiv-Europe - US Security Guarantees Before Any Negotiations Over Territory - EA WorldView
Kyiv and its European partners are asking the US to provide security guarantees before any negotiations over territory in eastern Ukraine.
eaworldview.com
December 13, 2025 at 8:52 AM
#EU approves permanent freeze on the €210 billion of #Russian
assets held in Europe
The measure removes the need for six-month extensions of authority, and this the possibility of a veto by countries with pro-Kremlin leaders such as Hungary and Slovakia
#Ukraine #UkraineWar
assets held in Europe
The measure removes the need for six-month extensions of authority, and this the possibility of a veto by countries with pro-Kremlin leaders such as Hungary and Slovakia
#Ukraine #UkraineWar
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Labour backbencher Matt Western secured an urgent question in Parliament on Trump’s new national security strategy - a thinly veiled threat to Europe's democracy
Hardly anyone turned up
Funny how the "Take Back Control" lot don't show their face when Trump interferes
Hardly anyone turned up
Funny how the "Take Back Control" lot don't show their face when Trump interferes
December 13, 2025 at 8:52 AM
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"The US is set on pursuing regime change in Europe and will be throwing its weight behind the [far right]"
"Far better a loose grouping of 27 states he can divide and conquer than a mighty bloc working together"
"The US has picked a side – Russia"
Meanwhile, the Labour government remains silent
"Far better a loose grouping of 27 states he can divide and conquer than a mighty bloc working together"
"The US has picked a side – Russia"
Meanwhile, the Labour government remains silent
Donald Trump is set on regime change - in Europe. Latest column www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Donald Trump is pursuing regime change – in Europe | Jonathan Freedland
The US made it clear this week that it plans to help the parties of the European far right gain power. Keir Starmer and his fellow leaders have to face this new reality, writes Guardian columnist Jona...
www.theguardian.com
December 13, 2025 at 8:46 AM
"The US is set on pursuing regime change in Europe and will be throwing its weight behind the [far right]"
"Far better a loose grouping of 27 states he can divide and conquer than a mighty bloc working together"
"The US has picked a side – Russia"
Meanwhile, the Labour government remains silent
"Far better a loose grouping of 27 states he can divide and conquer than a mighty bloc working together"
"The US has picked a side – Russia"
Meanwhile, the Labour government remains silent
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Russian attack on #Odesa left all traction substations in the city without a power supply.
20 substations damaged in Odesa region.
Russia makes large Ukrainian cities unlivable.
This is genocide&war crimes.
Millions of people without light,water, hospitals, schools...in winter
📷blackout in Odesa
20 substations damaged in Odesa region.
Russia makes large Ukrainian cities unlivable.
This is genocide&war crimes.
Millions of people without light,water, hospitals, schools...in winter
📷blackout in Odesa
December 13, 2025 at 8:38 AM
Russian attack on #Odesa left all traction substations in the city without a power supply.
20 substations damaged in Odesa region.
Russia makes large Ukrainian cities unlivable.
This is genocide&war crimes.
Millions of people without light,water, hospitals, schools...in winter
📷blackout in Odesa
20 substations damaged in Odesa region.
Russia makes large Ukrainian cities unlivable.
This is genocide&war crimes.
Millions of people without light,water, hospitals, schools...in winter
📷blackout in Odesa
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Bill Madden
Shit just got real for murderer and war criminal Pete Hegseth, who inadvertently just incriminated himself. 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣👇
Shit just got real for murderer and war criminal Pete Hegseth, who inadvertently just incriminated himself. 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣👇
December 13, 2025 at 2:49 AM
Bill Madden
Shit just got real for murderer and war criminal Pete Hegseth, who inadvertently just incriminated himself. 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣👇
Shit just got real for murderer and war criminal Pete Hegseth, who inadvertently just incriminated himself. 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣👇
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'I never thought our county would be dragged into the dark place' - Anti-racism activists' protest halts Staffordshire council meeting
'I never thought our county would be dragged into the dark place' - Anti-racism activists' protest halts Staffordshire council meeting
A Staffordshire County Council meeting descended into chaos after anti-racism activists staged a noisy protest against the ruling Reform UK group. The full council meeting was brought to a halt when…
www.expressandstar.com
December 13, 2025 at 8:39 AM
'I never thought our county would be dragged into the dark place' - Anti-racism activists' protest halts Staffordshire council meeting
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In a powerful moment, Kamala Harris just ran through all the Democrats wins in 2025. We’re building power, countering Trump and preparing for victory. Let’s get it done.👏👏👏💙😎
December 13, 2025 at 2:02 AM
In a powerful moment, Kamala Harris just ran through all the Democrats wins in 2025. We’re building power, countering Trump and preparing for victory. Let’s get it done.👏👏👏💙😎
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Excellent from @jonathanfreedland.bsky.social .
It may go even further than "he's just not that into you". He also will date your sworn enemy and do everything he can to sabotage any relationship you try at whilst telling you what clothes to wear.
Wakey, wakey.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
It may go even further than "he's just not that into you". He also will date your sworn enemy and do everything he can to sabotage any relationship you try at whilst telling you what clothes to wear.
Wakey, wakey.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Donald Trump is pursuing regime change – in Europe | Jonathan Freedland
The US made it clear this week that it plans to help the parties of the European far right gain power. Keir Starmer and his fellow leaders have to face this new reality, writes Guardian columnist Jona...
www.theguardian.com
December 12, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Excellent from @jonathanfreedland.bsky.social .
It may go even further than "he's just not that into you". He also will date your sworn enemy and do everything he can to sabotage any relationship you try at whilst telling you what clothes to wear.
Wakey, wakey.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
It may go even further than "he's just not that into you". He also will date your sworn enemy and do everything he can to sabotage any relationship you try at whilst telling you what clothes to wear.
Wakey, wakey.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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www.commondreams.org/news/trump-f...
“Just a complete admission here that the entire ‘antifa’ threat narrative is totally manufactured by this administration,” said one critic.
“Just a complete admission here that the entire ‘antifa’ threat narrative is totally manufactured by this administration,” said one critic.
‘Total Amateur Hour’: FBI Official Says Antifa Is #1 Threat in US—But Can’t Say Where, Who, or What It Is | Common Dreams
FBI official struggles to provide details on Antifa, labeled top terrorist threat. Testimony raises questions about validity of threat assessment.
www.commondreams.org
December 12, 2025 at 8:02 AM
www.commondreams.org/news/trump-f...
“Just a complete admission here that the entire ‘antifa’ threat narrative is totally manufactured by this administration,” said one critic.
“Just a complete admission here that the entire ‘antifa’ threat narrative is totally manufactured by this administration,” said one critic.
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This was planned for 80 yrs ago! I’ll repeat that 80 YRS AGO! Heads should roll at SE water.
Broad Oak reservoir, near Canterbury. If it gets the go ahead, it will be the first reservoir built in the South East for more than 40 years.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Broad Oak reservoir, near Canterbury. If it gets the go ahead, it will be the first reservoir built in the South East for more than 40 years.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
South East Water faces pressure over Tunbridge Wells supply chaos
Why South East Water’s supply chaos raises big questions for customers and regulators.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 13, 2025 at 7:20 AM
This was planned for 80 yrs ago! I’ll repeat that 80 YRS AGO! Heads should roll at SE water.
Broad Oak reservoir, near Canterbury. If it gets the go ahead, it will be the first reservoir built in the South East for more than 40 years.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Broad Oak reservoir, near Canterbury. If it gets the go ahead, it will be the first reservoir built in the South East for more than 40 years.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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When Nazis kill people, they always pretend it’s “in self defense.”
Putin used the same lies before attacking Ukraine, that Hitler used before attacking Poland.
Trump is using the same Nazi lies to justify attacking Venezuela.
When Nazis kill people, they always pretend it’s “in self defense.”
Putin used the same lies before attacking Ukraine, that Hitler used before attacking Poland.
Trump is using the same Nazi lies to justify attacking Venezuela.
Trump is using the same lies that Putin and Hitler used to start their wars.
Nazis use lies as a weapon, to switch the roles of victim and attacker.
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December 12, 2025 at 7:48 AM
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When Nazis kill people, they always pretend it’s “in self defense.”
Putin used the same lies before attacking Ukraine, that Hitler used before attacking Poland.
Trump is using the same Nazi lies to justify attacking Venezuela.
When Nazis kill people, they always pretend it’s “in self defense.”
Putin used the same lies before attacking Ukraine, that Hitler used before attacking Poland.
Trump is using the same Nazi lies to justify attacking Venezuela.
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White House sued by historic preservation group over ballroom plans - BBC News share.google/TvhLNEhm8r0f...
Thank God!! We can not allow the felon to destroy The People's House. He wants a fucking arena on the WH property, for low class fights as well!!!
Thank God!! We can not allow the felon to destroy The People's House. He wants a fucking arena on the WH property, for low class fights as well!!!
White House sued by historic preservation group over ballroom plans
The National Trust for Historic Preservation argues the White House failed to seek necessary reviews before demolishing the historic East Wing.
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December 13, 2025 at 12:26 AM
White House sued by historic preservation group over ballroom plans - BBC News share.google/TvhLNEhm8r0f...
Thank God!! We can not allow the felon to destroy The People's House. He wants a fucking arena on the WH property, for low class fights as well!!!
Thank God!! We can not allow the felon to destroy The People's House. He wants a fucking arena on the WH property, for low class fights as well!!!
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#gaza #israel #palestine
There are several entry points into Gaza, but aid has not been flowing into Gaza at the rate required & mandated by the ceasefire agreement. Israel has also made it difficult for already registered & operational aid groups to bring in assistance to the enclave.
There are several entry points into Gaza, but aid has not been flowing into Gaza at the rate required & mandated by the ceasefire agreement. Israel has also made it difficult for already registered & operational aid groups to bring in assistance to the enclave.
Which of Gaza's border crossings are open? | The National
Israel reopens route via Jordan but aid has not yet reached Gaza at required levels
www.thenationalnews.com
December 13, 2025 at 7:22 AM
#gaza #israel #palestine
There are several entry points into Gaza, but aid has not been flowing into Gaza at the rate required & mandated by the ceasefire agreement. Israel has also made it difficult for already registered & operational aid groups to bring in assistance to the enclave.
There are several entry points into Gaza, but aid has not been flowing into Gaza at the rate required & mandated by the ceasefire agreement. Israel has also made it difficult for already registered & operational aid groups to bring in assistance to the enclave.
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Despicable
Russia sending Ukrainian children to 'harmful and abusive' camp in North Korea, says human rights group
"Several" children from occupied territories have faced indoctrination at the Songdowon International Children's Camp on the east coast of North Korea, Sky News has been told.
news.sky.com
December 13, 2025 at 7:24 AM
Despicable
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"Post-1945 US strategy built upon the idea of an international order where it worked w #Europe.
When these #Trump people talk about Europe, they use racist, xenophobic language which is not just allying with the far right in Europe --- it marks out these Trump officials as far right"
#EU #Ukraine
When these #Trump people talk about Europe, they use racist, xenophobic language which is not just allying with the far right in Europe --- it marks out these Trump officials as far right"
#EU #Ukraine
EA on International Media: #Trumpism ’s #FarRight Mission to Break #Republican Party, US, and #Europe
#GOP #EU #Germany #UK
#TrumpRussia
eaworldview.com/2025/12/trum...
#GOP #EU #Germany #UK
#TrumpRussia
eaworldview.com/2025/12/trum...
EA on International Media: Trumpism's Far-Right Mission to Break the Republican Party, the US, and Europe - EA WorldView
15-minute analysis of how "Trumpism" - a far-right, authoritarian quest - tries to break Republican Party, US system, and European countries
eaworldview.com
December 12, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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#France Presidency: “We need full visibility on the security guarantees that Europeans and Americans can give to #Ukraine before any settlement on contentious territorial issues"
#Trump envoy #Witkoff to meet #Zelensky and #Europe leaders on Sun-Mon in Brussels
Zelensky visits troops on frontline
#Trump envoy #Witkoff to meet #Zelensky and #Europe leaders on Sun-Mon in Brussels
Zelensky visits troops on frontline
#UkraineWar, Day 1,388: #Kyiv- #Europe --- US Security Guarantees Before Any Negotiations Over Territory
#Ukraine #Donetsk #TrumpRussia
eaworldview.com/2025/12/ukra...
#Ukraine #Donetsk #TrumpRussia
eaworldview.com/2025/12/ukra...
Ukraine War, Day 1,388: Kyiv-Europe - US Security Guarantees Before Any Negotiations Over Territory - EA WorldView
Kyiv and its European partners are asking the US to provide security guarantees before any negotiations over territory in eastern Ukraine.
eaworldview.com
December 13, 2025 at 7:08 AM
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#UkraineWar, Day 1,388: #Kyiv- #Europe --- US Security Guarantees Before Any Negotiations Over Territory
#Ukraine #Donetsk #TrumpRussia
eaworldview.com/2025/12/ukra...
#Ukraine #Donetsk #TrumpRussia
eaworldview.com/2025/12/ukra...
Ukraine War, Day 1,388: Kyiv-Europe - US Security Guarantees Before Any Negotiations Over Territory - EA WorldView
Kyiv and its European partners are asking the US to provide security guarantees before any negotiations over territory in eastern Ukraine.
eaworldview.com
December 13, 2025 at 7:07 AM
#UkraineWar, Day 1,388: #Kyiv- #Europe --- US Security Guarantees Before Any Negotiations Over Territory
#Ukraine #Donetsk #TrumpRussia
eaworldview.com/2025/12/ukra...
#Ukraine #Donetsk #TrumpRussia
eaworldview.com/2025/12/ukra...
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#lebanon #israel #Zionism #attack
Lebanon has received warnings from unnamed Arab and international parties suggesting that Israel is preparing to launch a large-scale military operation against the country, the Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raggi has said.
Lebanon has received warnings from unnamed Arab and international parties suggesting that Israel is preparing to launch a large-scale military operation against the country, the Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raggi has said.
Lebanon warns Israel may be preparing wide-scale military operation
Lebanon has received warnings from unnamed Arab and international parties suggesting that Israel is preparing to launch a large-scale military operation
www.libyanexpress.com
December 13, 2025 at 7:24 AM
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"US President Donald Trump's overseas envoy will travel to Germany this weekend to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders for the latest round of high-level talks on ending the war."
@bbcnews-world-rss.bsky.social
www.bbc.com/news/article...
@bbcnews-world-rss.bsky.social
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Steve Witkoff to meet Volodymyr Zelensky for latest Ukraine war talks
Donald Trump's envoy will meet the Ukrainian president and European leaders in Berlin to discuss the latest peace plan.
www.bbc.com
December 13, 2025 at 7:24 AM
"US President Donald Trump's overseas envoy will travel to Germany this weekend to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders for the latest round of high-level talks on ending the war."
@bbcnews-world-rss.bsky.social
www.bbc.com/news/article...
@bbcnews-world-rss.bsky.social
www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Hey Nottinghamshire.
This is how your Reform council is spending your money. Funded by your 4.84% council tax rise.
This is how your Reform council is spending your money. Funded by your 4.84% council tax rise.
December 10, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Hey Nottinghamshire.
This is how your Reform council is spending your money. Funded by your 4.84% council tax rise.
This is how your Reform council is spending your money. Funded by your 4.84% council tax rise.