Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 2hDavid Frum in the Atlantic sums up Trumps corrupt treachery www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/1...theatlantic.comTrump Is an Easy Mark for PutinThe president’s diesel deal sells out Ukraine, and does nothing for Americans. 020
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 3hEuropean. We have a better understanding of history and why you need to fight for your democracy. 100
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 3hRemember that American firms continued to trade with Nazi Germany until December 1941. Thru subsidiaries or third countries. It was left to Britain and its allies like Canada to fight the Nazis. So the USA prioritising trade with Russia is not entirely surprising. 000
Reposted by Robin StaffordBosphorus Observer @yoruk.bsky.social · 4hTrump has been hiding his Russian diesel deal for over a month: the deal was announced yesterday, but it was likely agreed when Witkoff and Kushner visited the Kremlin on 5th September. While Trump was signing the Lindsey Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 on 18th September,… 1605263
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 3hSo Americans- what are you going to do about it? No sign of anything yet 120
Reposted by Robin StaffordAaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 6h“Zelenskyy could’ve stopped this war many times, and he chose not to … he better damn well stop” — Trump is no longer trying to conceal that he’s fully on Putin’s side 208793563346
Reposted by Robin StaffordDon Moynihan @donmoyn.bsky.social · 3hTrump is pivoting hard toward Russia in the run-up to the midterms, urging the removal of a democratically elected head of state in Ukraine while helping the dictator who launched an unprovoked invasion. 2231690
Reposted by Robin StaffordAnton Gerashchenko @antongerashchenko.bsky.social · 09/10/2026El País reporter Luis de Vega: "Residents of Pryluky, Chernihiv region, are still in shock over the destruction caused by a Russian missile strike on the building behind us." Thank you to all the journalists who continue to tell the world about Russia’s war crimes in Ukraine. 📹: El País 232281
Reposted by Robin StaffordMark Chadbourn @chadbourn.bsky.social · 7hThe first Russian diesel cargo heading for the US left St Petersburg on September 22, two weeks *before* Trump announced the deal with Putin, Windward reports. The Greek-flagged tanker Minerva Zen carrying 275,000 barrels of diesel/gasoil is due at the US East Coast around 11–12 October. 22521161183
Reposted by Robin StaffordMeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 8h"Targeting those who bankroll the Russian war machine through oil purchases will crush Putin's ability to fund his war." — Senate GOP, July 28 Ten weeks later, Trump is making oil deals with Putin. A brief history of Republicans being against this, until they weren't 👇 18647142171
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 5hUtter treachery from Americans. Grovelling to Putin. 040
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 7hThats better. Make it millions across every city in the USA and the it might be serious 170
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 7hExactly my thought. Leaders across all sectors are doing next to nothing and most of the population are just whining about the cost of diesel and burgers. 010
Reposted by Robin StaffordKate from Kharkiv @kateinkharkiv.bsky.social · 8hThank you all for your support. This situation is heartbreaking for Ukrainians because every cent russia makes on diesel funds this war. Over here, that money isn't just an abstract concept, it causes devastating damage: more destroyed towns, a harder winter, and very real loss of life. 58948270
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 14hSo get out there and do something. Every leader in every sector that goes along with Trump needs challenging. Get on the streets. Ukrainians and Iranians fight and die for their rights. Americans cant be bothered. The world watches in disgust. 000
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 15hHad dealings at RBS director level, on behalf of HMRC and Treasury. Crooks. 2 friends working for 2 major IT suppliers to RBS said the same. Untrustworthy. 010
Reposted by Robin StaffordScott Horton @robertscotthorton.bsky.social · 22hAs he evolves in is second childhood, Trump spews vulgarities and racist and misogynistic insults with abandon. And US corporate media cleans up after him. bsky.app/profile/atru... 36497159
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 16hThat crowd probably don’t even know where Norway is. Or what the Nobel prize is 040
Reposted by Robin StaffordTim Bale @timbale.bsky.social · 17h“Well, I never did”, as my dad used to say. 11412123
Reposted by Robin StaffordRon Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 09/10/2026Zelenskyy says Trump has betrayed Ukraine. 1090123054470
Reposted by Robin Stafford@AlanWalter @alanwalter.bsky.social · 06/10/2026I’m an RNLI volunteer crew member and I invite her to get on a plane from her hideout in Dubai and say that to my face here in the UK 1211161310
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 09/10/2026And American leaders across all sectors will do absolutely nothing about it. Corrupt and spineless. Whilst most of the population cannot be bothered. Just moaning about the cost of diesel and beef. Thats how the world sees Americans today. Apart from their boss in the Kremlin. 020
Reposted by Robin StaffordRon Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 09/10/2026This is completely outrageous and disgusting. This must immediately be blocked by Congress and Trump should be impeached for this. The US is now funding Putin’s war machine as he murders civilians including children. We are lost as a country. 2049159235545
Reposted by Robin StaffordKate from Kharkiv @kateinkharkiv.bsky.social · 09/10/2026ZELENSKYY: At this very moment, when we are talking about peace, America gives Russia the opportunity to export diesel — that's millions, billions. It all goes toward the war against people, against Ukraine, against all of us. 11126581053
Reposted by Robin StaffordRon Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 08/10/2026He makes a good point. 455270745803
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 09/10/2026A set of adjectives that describe how the civilised world sees Americans today. Down there with Russians and Israelis, and the rest. 000
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 09/10/2026In their controlled brutality, reporting to an ideologically driven leadership, pretty much. Bizarre how USA is coming to look like Iran. And other corrupt autocracies. Tho Iranians have put up more resistance to their autocrats. 100
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 09/10/2026Russia targets a kindergarten. Still supported by their American friends 000
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 09/10/2026Very sorry to hear that. Anand and the team have been essential listening and whilst being both insightful and entertaining. Look forward to hearing of the plans. 030
Reposted by Robin StaffordMatt Novak @paleofuture.bsky.social · 09/10/2026This would sink a presidency in any other era. I would bet most Americans will never hear it even happened.wapo.stTrump bought over $1 million in SpaceX debt days before unveiling space policyThe purchase, revealed in his latest financial disclosure, involved a firm directly affected by his administration’s actions — and led by presidential ally Elon Musk. 6238231391
Reposted by Robin StaffordSenthorun S. Raj @senthorun.bsky.social · 08/10/2026“An AI tool used to speed up the processing of thousands of asylum cases is failing basic accuracy tests…” The idea that synthetic text generating “AI” can be a useful aid in determining refugee status is ridiculous. We should challenge the automation of decision-making and erosion of our rights.independent.co.ukAI tool used in thousands of asylum claims failing basic accuracy testsExclusive: MPs, charities and rights group warn that accuracy should not be sacrificed for speed in ‘life and death’ asylum decisions 36142
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 09/10/2026ICE are the USA’s equivalent of Iran’s Basij militia. 120
Reposted by Robin StaffordIan Dunt @iandunt.bsky.social · 08/10/2026Utter barbarism. Like watching the reverse evolution of man into beast. 1091405257
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 09/10/2026Its not just about Trump. Its leaders in every sector who have utterly failed to stand up to him. Politicians, judiciary, business, military and the rest. Corrupt or cowardly. Where is the resistance? Mass protests? Next to nothing. 100
Reposted by Robin StaffordLaura Bassett @lebassett.bsky.social · 09/10/2026“If you don’t like public executions just don’t watch it” says the crowd trying to ban drag shows and books 4093485710506
Reposted by Robin StaffordLeonardo Carella @leonardocarella.bsky.social · 08/10/2026In other words, a 10 percent contraction in one of Britain’s most successful exports. If it were steel or fish or other infinitely less profitable sectors, people would be having a meltdown. 10549244
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 08/10/2026What will it take for leaders across all sectors in the USA to stand up to Trump? They all are complicit through greed, cowardice or apathy. 000
Reposted by Robin StaffordDavid Corn @davidcorn.bsky.social · 08/10/2026This is incitement. Racist incitement. 1312347531
Reposted by Robin StaffordMeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 08/10/2026The U.S. re-joins an exclusive club 1811352630
Reposted by Robin StaffordIan Dunt @iandunt.bsky.social · 08/10/2026Brittin so far absolutely fucking hopeless. There are countless tech and discussion podcasts in the private sector. You and Yours was exceptional public interest journalism. 45622156
Robin Stafford @frenshamrobin.bsky.social · 08/10/2026Years ago on a crystal clear Christmas Eve, we convinced our young grandson that a brilliantly visibly ISS, was Santa Claus! 110
Reposted by Robin StaffordAnton Gerashchenko @antongerashchenko.bsky.social · 08/10/2026An absolutely brutal and barbaric Russian strike on passenger buses in Kramatorsk,Donetsk region At least 30 people were killed.The death toll may rise.Some of the victims have still not been identified because of the severity of their injuries.Bodies are lying scattered across the street 📹Suspilne 17310140
Reposted by Robin StaffordPhillips OBrien @phillipspobrien.bsky.social · 08/10/2026Just a reminder it was exactly three months ago that Trump promised Ukraine its own license to build Patriot Interceptors and one month since the Lindsey Graham tariff bill was signed. How’s all that support for Ukraine going, Trump apologists? 6375112
