Rutte going massively outside his brief again. What business is it of the NATO secretary general (who is not a US citizen) to support Trump's threats against Iran ? The large majority of NATO me… (View Post)

Of course. But for most purposes, the US commitment to collective security is already suspended while Trump remains president. The remaining relationship, if Trump de facto 'withdraws' woul… (View Post)

By way of light relief. JOHN BOORMAN’s legendary LEE MARVIN story contains one of my favourite punchlines of all time. https://x.com/For_Film_Fans/status/2041930358988443675 (View Post)

I think it's about this. "America," Hegseth's underlings told the cardinal, "has the military power to do whatever it wants in the world. The Catholic Church had better take … (View Post)

Much longer to rebuild trust. (View Post)