@DrAndrewForde @PACE_News You can’t have it both ways. Either Russia is so beyond the pale it’s hateful and despicable war makes a mockery of what we stand for or you simply give in. I will never give in but you ignore all the Council of Europe does to support ordinary people in Russia
Today on 9/11, we remember all the lives lost 21 years ago in New York, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Innocents all. We must win against terrorism and promote peace
Paid my respects to her late Majesty yesterday in Parliament and recalled the Queen’s visit to Russia.
The death of the Queen is a loss that is unbearable for the country. Her example of service and selflessness are to be admired and followed. As we enter a period of mourning let us remember the devotion with which she served this country and the great joy she brought
My best wishes to her Majesty the Queen. She is in our thoughts
Extent of energy crisis from outside Britain seen today in French press, where the French government has demanded that the National Railway Company (SNCF) explore ways to reduce the number of trains running this winter as part of a plan to save electricity
News from Estonia on the front line with Russia: Estonia is preparing to organize armed partisan resistance in case of a possible occupation of the country. The Ministry of Defense is preparing a bill that will allow armed resistance
Serious situation in Turkey: inflation now running at over 80% (80.21). Will play a role in Turkish elections next year. Presenting my report on Turkey next week to Council of Europe committee. Important and comprehensive
Suggestions that Russia has been forced to turn to North Korea to buy millions of artillery shells and rockets as it uses up its own reserves
Congratulations to @trussliz for her win in the leadership election today. Right emphasis on delivery.