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Farage is a lair, not a leader of any consequence. He has never won a seat as an MP. He walked away when Brexit was voted in by a very thin margin (big mistake by Cameron). Since then Brexit UK has increasing gone downhill. I doubt any pro Farage people actually read his manifesto, if they did and had some intelligence, they will not vote for him unless they want a loser PM leading HMG. https://www.theguardian.com/politics/article/2024/jun/17/farage-unveils-reform-uks-140bn-pledges-that-economists-say-do-not-add-up

More to the point Israeli government ignores UN and US policy decisions if contrary to their wishes = been going on for years e.g. Settlers in West Bank and administrative detention without trail. l

One of the outcomes for being treated for ongoing prostate cancer in the OP topic is under going hormone treatment to reduce tostestorone. It is unpleasant as one experiences loss of self image

In the same tone as your post. "Tripe", the guy is a bottom feeder.

Nationalism and associated divisive politics has never had a happy ending. Farage is yet another revolting sycophant of trump. This is the eight time Farage has tried to get elected as an MP - I sincerely wish he fails again.

To put matters into perspective a report from Europol: In 2022, 16 terrorist attacks took place in the EU and an additional 12 attacks failed or were foiled. While the attacks directly affected seven Member States, more Member States arrested suspects in terrorism-related cases. Tragically, four people were killed in terrorist attacks in the EU, two resulting from jihadist attacks and two from a right-wing terrorist attack. We honour the memory of all those lost to terrorism in 2022 and in previous years. Member States continue to view jihadist terrorism as the most prominent terrorist threat to the EU despite the fact that the number of jihadist attacks has decreased compared to 2021 and 2020. The threat from right-wing terrorist lone actors, radicalised online, remains significant. Left-wing and anarchist terrorists and violent extremists continue to pose a threat to public safety and security in the EU. https://www.europol.europa.eu/cms/sites/default/files/documents/European Union Terrorism Situation and Trend report 2023.pdf

I responded to a member who referenced le Pen as the best for France. I disagree, extremism is never the answer. France is already on the right track by deporting Islamist Imams; an example... https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-68378736

For years le Pen has been pro Putin, now getting closer to power changing her tune somewhat. I would never trust her. https://www.lemonde.fr/en/les-decodeurs/article/2022/04/21/what-are-marine-le-pen-s-ties-to-vladimir-putin-s-russia_5981192_8.html#:~:text=Since January 2011%2C she became,human rights and international law.

Who is the author of this OP?

Many have condemned Israel for continuing mass killing of civilians. Personally I question the necessity - seems to be politically motivated to keep Netanyahu in power. The Israelis were well aware of civilians in the area due to being declared a safe zone' To be blunt after declaring the safe zone and civilian member/s of my family were killed I too would be willing to pick up a rifle. It is known killing of family civilians / friends contributes to those joining in military action. Have to wait and see if Israel's action will lead to further wilful killings of hostages by the likes of Hamas.

Good news, four hostages rescued in good medical health. On the downside heavy civilian deaths and injuries. IMO Israel is losing good will with it's continuous mass killing and injuries of civilians. From the above URL... In a news briefing, a spokesman for the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital said at least 55 killed people and dozens wounded were brought to the barely functioning medical facility following the Israeli attacks on Deir el-Balah.

A number of senior people in military and so on state removing Hamas militarily is not viable, but a diplomatic solution is the way to go. Have to see how events in Gaza unfold over the coming 6/12 months.

From Ireland's announcement: Ireland recognises the State of Palestine in the spirit of peace in a coordinated announcement with our friends and colleagues in Spain and Norway. All three countries have confirmed it's a coordinated Statement. Accordingly, all three support the following position from Spain... “Furthermore, this decision reflects our absolute rejection of Hamas, a terrorist organization who is against the two-state solution,” https://apnews.com/article/eu-palestinian-state-spain-israel-gaza-6efe351e53761befc2c539c535bbcc0c

The above misrepresents the policy of the three nations. It has been clearly stated they support recognition of a Palestinian State so long as Hamas are not in power in Gaza. For the moment they are suggesting the Palestinian Authority, though of course there will many requirements to be put in place for this to occur. In no way does the diplomatic move "reward" Hamas, quite the opposite..

Digging deeper and deeper into the cult of personality - incomprehensible. Just read Republican representatives booed Capital police who were present on Jan 6th who were being recognised by the Pennsylvanian State House. Goes to show the awful influence of trump, yet you and others still support him. trump is utterly unfit to represent the Office of the President of the USA. Officers who defended the Capitol on Jan. 6 booed at Pennsylvania state House. Republicans jeered at former Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn and former U.S. Capitol Police Sgt. Aquilino Gonell as they were visiting the state House. https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/officers-defended-capitol-jan-6-booed-pennsylvania-state-house-rcna155964 Will not respond any further to you.

trump is acknowledged as a threat to democracy, undermining institutions and alliances to the detriment of the Western world. Anyone employing advisers who are aligned to white supremacy (e.g. Stephen Miller) and others such as Steve Bannon are unworthy to represent the Office of the US Presidency and represent a crystal clear threat. Personally I find it incomprehensible anyone can support trump to be President of the USA.

First of all trump is a convicted felon, found guilty in civil actions resulting in fines of millions of dollars, as well as out of Court settlements for fraud - trump has a long record of criminality. Sure there are other politicians who would likely not be cleared if investigated, but not really the point. trump is a proven criminal who due to flaws in the Constitution can stand as a presidential candidate. We know why, because Republican senators corruptly failed in their sworn duty to protect the Constitution.

trump is being vindictive. Makes allegations without any evidence whatsoever. trump never owns up to his crimes, uses millions of dollars of others money for endless appeals and delays. Normally looses or settles out of Court. I would bet, if the Courts could find the will, they would also find him guilty of assisting money laundering for numerous overseas criminals who buy his properties at exorbitant prices and so on. trump has previously been found to have associated with mafia by the AFP which resulting him being declined a casino licence in Australia. In short, trump and his family are criminals who hopefully run out of luck. As an indicator it's amazing how many of the people who are in trump's orbit are convicted of criminal offences.

Some facts rather than ignorant allegations/attempted smears:: https://www.forbes.com/sites/zacheverson/2023/08/17/heres-how-much-joe-biden-is-worth/?sh=45a2ec8a38ea

Well you certainly identified yourself with the silly "TDS' comment. I'm fully aware of trump's continuous exploitation, sneering and disrespectful attitude to the US Justice system. IMO trump and the MAGA crowd are a present danger to the stability of US society

Sure. But it seems to me decision makers in the USA are running scared due to trump's extraordinary influence in MAGA world. e.g. MAGA people seeking to identify and threaten the jury in the hush money case. I have yet to hear trump ordering them to desist with threatening behaviour. I am wondering, due to possible civic disorder, whether trump will evade the more onerous penalties.

How stupidity is an existential threat to America | Opinion t may sound like an insensitive statement, but the cold hard truth is that there are a lot of stupid people in the world, and their stupidity presents a constant danger to others. Some of these people are in positions of power, and some of them have been elected to run our country. A far greater number of them do not have positions of power, but they still have the power to vote, and the power to spread their ideas. We may have heard of “collective intelligence,” but there is also “collective stupidity,” How stupidity is an existential threat to America | Opinion (msn.com)

You don't believe trump will be given a waiver to the usual protocols?

Didn't take long for MAGA threats... Hardcore followers of Donald Trump are calling for riots, insurrection, and assassination after he was criminally convicted of falsifying business records on Thursday. MAGA faithful call for riots and lynchings after Trump’s guilty verdict (msn.com)

Don't know if it's been mentioned, but trump has received more than $53 million in denotations in the 24 hours since his conviction. trump has asked for these monies, mostly from his base, even though he is a multi-billionaire. Additionally he held a fund raising dinner with the wealthy after his conviction, no doubt attended due to his promises to enact changes saving the wealthy business owners multiples of their denotations. IMO denotations from the wealthy are just another form of corruption. trump appears to have his followers in a vice like grip who come across as absolutely deluded, as to the threat trump represents to the detriment of a Democratic Republic.