MMP’s removal of Azov is significant in that it could be used to guide U.S. foreign policy. Though MMP was created and has operated with funding from the Departments of Defense and Homeland Security, the papers written by its researchers are cited in academic research, reports and testimony to Congress, government–funded institutions and initiatives, and federal agencies. The website functions as an authoritative source for information on militant and extremist groups, and their interactions and connections over time. At the very least, Azov’s removal means MMP’s list no longer contradicts the State Department’s decision allowing U.S. military assistance to the group, and therefore cannot be used to criticize it.

Founded in March 2014 as a volunteer unit to fight pro-Russian separatists in the eastern Donbass region, Azov was subsequently incorporated into the Ukrainian National Guard, and gained international attention for its role in re-taking the southeastern Ukrainian city of Mariupol from separatist forces in June 2014. During this engagement, Azov also received scrutiny for its neo-Nazi iconography, in particular an inverted Wolfsangel superimposed over a Black Sun (the former an ancient runic symbol appropriated by the Nazis, per the ADL, the latter “based on a design commissioned by SS leader Heinrich Himmler, and overwhelmingly used by neo-Nazi and esoteric National Socialist movements,” according to the MMP’s now-removed Azov Battalion profile).

Azov came to renewed prominence following Russia’s February 2022 invasion due to its high-profile defense of Mariupol that spring. The destructive battle, during which large swaths of Mariupol’s residential infrastructure were damaged or destroyed, ended in a drawn-out siege of the Azovstal steel plant, beneath which surviving Azov and Ukrainian servicemembers retreated until their May 2022 surrender. The battle for Azovstal garnered substantial international media attention due in part to Azov’s use of Starlink terminals to publish videos about the conditions of the Ukrainian defenders.

This is false. As reported by The Nation, many of Azov’s current leaders, including Commander Denys Prokopenko and Deputy Commander Sviatoslav Palamar, have years-old ties to far-right groups, and the brigade continues to don Nazi symbols on the battlefield and social media. Indeed, Azov has never stopped using the Wolfsangel symbol, which is still part of its official logo and featured on its X/Twitter page. Azov’s founder, Andriy Biletsky, a blatant white supremacist who reportedly said Ukraine’s national mission was to “lead the white races of the world in a final crusade … against Semite-led Untermenschen [subhumans],” remains closely connected to the unit despite his supposed departure in fall 2014. In his 2022 book From the Fires of War: Ukraine’s Azov Movement and the Global Far Right, author and journalist Michael Colborne argues Azov has not divorced itself from the far right, writing that “[d]espite unconvincing efforts to separate the two, it’s clear that the Azov Regiment is part of the broader Azov movement and should not be treated as something distinct from it.”

MMP’s removal of Azov’s profile came a little over a month before the State Department’s decision to lift the longstanding ban on the provision of American weapons to the brigade. The State Department, which originally banned arming Azov due to concerns over its far-right extremism, rescinded this policy because the brigade recently “passed Leahy vetting as carried out by the U.S. Department of State,” as reported by the Washington Post on June 10. While a Congressional ban on military assistance to the “Azov Battalion” remains in place under appropriations laws, the State Department said it didn’t believe the congressional ban applied to the group as it exists today, per the Post.

“Leahy vetting” is in reference to the Leahy Law, which prohibits the United States from funding “foreign security forces where there is credible information implicating that unit in the commission of gross violations of human rights,” per a State Department fact sheet. In reality, not only is the State Department’s original concern around Azov’s ideological extremism still germane, but the force’s human rights record has remained checkered since its founding as a non-state volunteer militia in 2014. Indeed, Azov has been credibly accused of torture, forced disappearances, and extrajudicial killing, all of which are “gross violations of human rights” that would disqualify a military unit from receiving U.S. military aid, according to the State Department’s interpretation of the Leahy Law. Many of Azov’s alleged human rights abuses, which also include the use of civilian infrastructure for military purposes and looting of civilian homes, occurred after the unit was formally integrated into the Ukrainian National Guard in late 2014.

Stanford launched MMP in 2009 and operated the project until 2012 using funding from the Department of Defense and the National Science Foundation. In 2019, MMP received funding from the Department of Homeland Security, per the project’s website. The academics behind MMP also have deep ties to American defense.

Government censorship will cause TikTok’s services in the US to shut down, which will result in most users moving to another social media platform.

I think most people already use multiple platforms, so the only difference will be the time they put into their new main social media.

It is due to breaking the only rule this community has:

Here ya go:

Wow, what wonderful vocals and production!

Thanks for sharing; I recommend listening a couple of times!

Here is some information I was able to find:

[04:40 | R&B, Latin Music, Colombia, Cumbia, En Español]

Lido Pimienta (born 1986) is a Colombian Canadian musician, singer, and songwriter. She rose to prominence after her 2016 album, La Papessa, won the 2017 Polaris Music Prize. Her music incorporates a variety of styles and influences, including traditional indigenous and Afro-Colombian musical styles such as Cumbia and Bullerengue, as well as contemporary synthpop and electronic music.

Both Spanish and English lyrics are shown:

https://www.musixmatch.com/lyrics/Lido-Pimienta/Eso-Que-Tu-Haces/translation/english

‘Eso Que Tu Haces’ es la segunda canción del segundo álbum de Lido Pimienta, ‘Miss Colombia’.

Esta es una canción R&B y Cumbia, a lo que Lido comentó: “Yo no estoy “rescatando” nada, la música tradicional colombiana está bien parada, yo solo le hago la reverencia que se merece”.

La letra de esta canción habla sobre un amor existente, pero que por el desinterés de la otra persona, no se siente. Además expresa sobre cómo cambió su personalidad por amor.

-English:

‘Eso Que Tu Haces’ is the second song from Lido Pimienta’s second album, ‘Miss Colombia’.

This is an R&B and Cumbia song, referring to as: “I am not “rescuing” anything, Colombian traditional music is well above, I just do the reverence it deserves.”

The lyrics of this song talk about an existing love, but that because of the other person’s disinterest, it is not felt. She also expresses how she changed her personality for love.

Letra: https://genius.com/Lido-pimienta-eso-que-tu-haces-lyrics

Edit: some improvements on grammar and phrasing

The working class must come together; we must not let the owner class and their ilk keep dividing us.

No war, but class war!

All is well, it was only:

Aritcle: https://thecradle.co/articles/the-brics-weigh-in-on-palestine

About channel:

Dedicated to dialogue and peace!

At Dialogue works, we believe there’s nothing more unstoppable than when people come together.

This group’s mission is to create a global community of diverse individuals who will support, challenge, and inspire one another by providing a platform for Dialogue.

Wow, Judge Napolitano is on a roll with all these great interviews!

He just finished an interview with Prof. John Mearsheimer.

Prof. John Mearsheimer : Israel’s Deep Troubles [29:05 | JUN 27 24 | Judge Napolitano - Judging Freedom] https://youtu.be/p6j48PSCNLw&t=31

Prof. John Mearsheimer : Israel’s Deep Troubles

Edit: I bolded the closest timestamp to the start of your video link.

Adrian Verbrugge speaks with colonel Douglas Macgregor, decorated combat veteran in the US Army and former senior advisor to the Secretary of Defense under Donald Trump.

Macgregor is the author of five books, a PhD, and an expert in strategy, policy, and defense. The conversation centers around ‘Margin of Victory. Five Battles that Changed the Face of Modern War’, a book by Colonel McGregor that was published ain 2016.

This conversation was recorded at the studio of ‘Our Country, Our Choice’ in Orlando, Florida.

Timestamps:

1. 0:00 Leader
2. 0:42 Introduction
3. 1:21 War & the future of the west
4. 1:34 Three types of war
5. 2:47 What kind of wars are the parties fighting?
6. 12:47 On civil war and western support for Ukraine
7. 15:50 What was Putin thinking when he went in?
8. 17:44 How both sides perceive and misread each other
9. 20:12 Stoking old fires
10. 21:46 More misjudgements
11. 23:20 When the Russian forces first entered Ukraine
12. 25:24 Cognitive dissonance and demonisation
13. 28:30 History and the dangers of regime change
14. 30:09 A change of strategy: war of decision / Transformation under fire
15. 34:43 Transition to a war economy
16. 36:06 Unity of command / Different structures of command
17. 40:59 Instant links: Intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance
18. 44:25 Unity of effort: an army based on function
19. 46:19 The integrated air defense umbrella
20. 50:32 An estimate of casualties
21. 51:33 Television generals
22. 54:29 What kind of war are the Ukrainians in right now?
23. 59:03 Does Putin have a ‘masterplan’?
24. 1:01:00 War on the west? / The Peloponnesian War
25. 1:05:15 A spirit of triumphalism /
26. 1:06:38 What brings down great powers? / Bewitched by technology
27. 1:10:27 The unipolar moment
28. 1:13:15 A steady march toward more and more interventions
29. 1:17:48 The Peloponnesian war revisited
30. 1:21:58 A kingdom divided against itself
31. 1:22:11 The neocons & the Project for the New American Century
32. 1:24:38 A sinister agenda
33. 1:27:03 War with different means
34. 1:33:41 The clash of civilations
35. 1:39:06 Will there be a backlash in Ukraine?
36. 1:41:09 Do we have a clue? / “NATO has outlived its utility”
37. 1:46:10 Out of control? / Cromwellian revolution
38. 1:56:52 A great awakening?
39. 1:59:43 Heraclitus / War is the father of all, and king of all___

Keep fighting the good fight, OP!

Thank you.

Rejecting science, no good.

You have the science, good!

Great song!

Lyrics: https://genius.com/George-baker-selection-paloma-blanca-lyrics

“Una Paloma Blanca” by George Baker Selection is a song with a straightforward and uplifting message about freedom and resilience. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a new day dawning, symbolized by the sun shining on the mountains and the night retreating. In this new day, the protagonist feels a sense of liberation and embarks on a journey of flight.

https://www.songtell.com/george-baker-selection/una-paloma-blanca

Una Paloma Blanca is a timeless song that was originally recorded by the Dutch band George Baker Selection in 1975. With its catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics, the song became an instant hit, topping the charts in several countries around the world. But beyond its popularity, Una Paloma Blanca holds a deeper meaning that resonates with listeners to this day.

https://oldtimemusic.com/the-meaning-behind-the-song-una-paloma-blanca-by-george-baker-selection/

I first heard the song “Una Paloma Blanca” by George Baker Selection many years ago and it instantly captured my heart. I remember stumbling upon this song at a friend’s house and being completely captivated when I heard it for the first time. The melody, the lyrics, and the heartfelt delivery all came together to create a truly beautiful and moving piece of music.

https://oldtimemusic.com/w2/the-meaning-behind-the-song-una-paloma-blanca-by-george-baker-selection/

Paloma Blanca is one of the most recognizable songs all around the world. This Dutch song was written and performed by the George Baker Selection, a Dutch band named after its lead singer, Hans Bouwens. Bouwens wrote the song in 1974 under the title Una Paloma Blanca, which means “a white dove” in Spanish.

https://oldtimemusic.com/the-meaning-behind-the-song-paloma-blanca-by-george-baker-selection/

Do you have kids or pets that like to play with the toilet paper roll?

If yes, then Under.

If no, then Over.

I was able to find two additional articles:

1. Russia’s First Transgender Politician Announces Detransition [May 16, 2024 | The Moscow Times] https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2024/05/16/russias-first-transgender-politician-announces-detransition-a85136

The Moscow Times is Russia’s leading, independent English-language media outlet. Our team of Russian and English journalists provide readers across the world with breaking news, engaging stories and balanced reporting about the largest country on Earth.

2. Transgender Russian politician says he has detransitioned [Lucy Papachristou and Bernadette Baum | May 16, 2024 | Reuters] https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/transgender-russian-politician-says-he-has-detransitioned-2024-05-16/

Timestamps:

1. 0:00 Leader
2. 0:42 Introduction
3. 1:21 War & the future of the west
4. 1:34 Three types of war
5. 2:47 What kind of wars are the parties fighting?
6. 12:47 On civil war and western support for Ukraine
7. 15:50 What was Putin thinking when he went in?
8. 17:44 How both sides perceive and misread each other
9. 20:12 Stoking old fires
10. 21:46 More misjudgements
11. 23:20 When the Russian forces first entered Ukraine
12. 25:24 Cognitive dissonance and demonisation
13. 28:30 History and the dangers of regime change
14. 30:09 A change of strategy: war of decision / Transformation under fire
15. 34:43 Transition to a war economy
16. 36:06 Unity of command / Different structures of command
17. 40:59 Instant links: Intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance
18. 44:25 Unity of effort: an army based on function
19. 46:19 The integrated air defense umbrella
20. 50:32 An estimate of casualties
21. 51:33 Television generals
22. 54:29 What kind of war are the Ukrainians in right now?
23. 59:03 Does Putin have a ‘masterplan’?
24. 1:01:00 War on the west? / The Peloponnesian War
25. 1:05:15 A spirit of triumphalism /
26. 1:06:38 What brings down great powers? / Bewitched by technology
27. 1:10:27 The unipolar moment
28. 1:13:15 A steady march toward more and more interventions
29. 1:17:48 The Peloponnesian war revisited
30. 1:21:58 A kingdom divided against itself
31. 1:22:11 The neocons & the Project for the New American Century
32. 1:24:38 A sinister agenda
33. 1:27:03 War with different means
34. 1:33:41 The clash of civilations
35. 1:39:06 Will there be a backlash in Ukraine?
36. 1:41:09 Do we have a clue? / “NATO has outlived its utility”
37. 1:46:10 Out of control? / Cromwellian revolution
38. 1:56:52 A great awakening?
39. 1:59:43 Heraclitus / War is the father of all, and king of all

Much money, much wow

I decided to quote additional information from the source above, for those curious:

What makes bird poop white?

As birds do not have separate organs for urinating and defecating, all waste is excreted through one single opening called a cloaca. The cloaca serves as an entrance for reproductive purposes, for laying eggs, and as an exit point for excretion of bodily waste. The white sticky paste pooped by birds is uric acid, the equivalent of pee for birds.

What type of bird poops white?

The droppings of all bird species will contain some extent of the white uric acid component, but the rest of the feces may also be colored according to the bird’s diet.

Is bird poop toxic to humans?

Bird poop carries more than 60 different diseases, the majority of which are connected to parasitic infections, including ringworm, chicken mites and bed bugs.

Is it good luck to have a bird poop on you?

The superstition is said to have originated in Russia, where many people believe that the chances of getting pooped on are so low that it must mean that good fortune lies ahead. If a bird poops on your head, then you are truly blessed.

Can bird poop make you blind?

If you get bird poop in your eye, it may cause discomfort and itching, and it’s recommended to rinse it with clean water as soon as you can. Health risks from contact with bird poop are very rare but can have serious consequences. It’s important to seek medical advice if you are concerned.

If I remember correctly, they excrete liquids/solids from the same orifice, which is why it is usually white…

Found more info on why it looks white:

Strictly speaking, bird poop itself is not white – it is in fact the urine element of a bird’s waste that gives it this distinctive color. Birds do not have a bladder that functions in the same way as a mammal’s does, and are adapted to make themselves as light as possible to enable the maximum flight efficiency at all times.

Source: https://birdfact.com/articles/why-is-bird-poop-white

You are correct, only a few left:

https://status.d420.de/

Reason below:

All Nitter public instances shut down.

There are no public instances left for you to use.

Why ?

Nitter has already been struggling to keep up with the changes Twitter made on their side after 2022.

In January 2024, the Twitter API used by Nitter to fetch data from Twitter got shut down.

Without this, there is no way to run instances on the scale needed for the public instances that got listed here.

That’s unfortunate. But I still want to use Nitter !

If you want to continue running Nitter, you can do so using a normal Twitter account.

Do note however, that this cannot and will not scale, and is in a legal grey-area. Proceed at your own risk.

See here for setting up Nitter if you feel brave enough and don’t fear the command line.

But there are some instances ?

Through he thankless work of some there is a tiny amount of instances left. These will be slow and can not expose RSS to prevent the huge volume bot attacks. The latter one also makes captchas and other anti-botting methods a requirement.