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About borderslynn

Retired, living in the Scottish Borders after living most of my life in cities in England. I can now indulge my interest in all aspects of living close to nature in a wild landscape. I live on what was once the Iapetus Ocean which took millions of years to travel from the Southern Hemisphere to here in the Northern Hemisphere. That set me thinking and questioning and seeking answers. In 1998 I co-wrote Millennium Countdown (US)/ A Business Guide to the Year 2000 (UK) see https://www.abebooks.co.uk/products/isbn/9780749427917

Is he crazy? Discuss.

Posted on April 16, 2026 by borderslynn

I am reproducing Robert Reich’s expression of alarm on Substack today: And global discussions are taking place as our world economy collapses after Trump and Netanyahu’s illegal war on Iran: Mental health professionals state that Trump exhibits typical behaviors associated … Continue reading →

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He said ‘no more wars’

Posted on April 15, 2026 by borderslynn

This headline of ‘more’ troops is apparently not quite correct. These troops have been on their way since the end of March and will arrive soon: https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world/us-to-send-thousands-of-troops-to-iran-after-trump-says-war-is-almost-over/ar-AA20WtA0 Terrence Goggin (Substack) suggests it would take 100,000 US troops to take over … Continue reading →

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Impossibly low wages, working in deplorable conditions

Posted on April 15, 2026 by borderslynn

I am reproducing a piece by Ken Klippenstein, on Substack:

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Historical markers in the Middle East

Posted on April 14, 2026 by borderslynn

Below is an extract from Wajeeh Lion’s, Substack. I urge you to read the full article ‘Beyond Belief: The 1,400-Year History and Modern Geopolitics of the Sunni-Shia Divide ​The 1979 Revolution and the Sectarianization of Geopolitics ​The catalyst for the … Continue reading →

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Stranded sailors in the Persian Gulf since the start of the conflict

Posted on April 13, 2026 by borderslynn

In March 2026: https://houseofsaud.com/iran-war-3000-ships-20000-sailors-stranded-persian-gulf/ Another report in April 2026: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-04/strait-of-hormuz-oil-sailors-stranded-first-supertankers/106525462 Another report: Anxiety at sea: 20,000 seafarers stranded in Gulf as war hits Hormuz route, first since World War II ‘Sailors reaching out through its 24-hour helpline are afraid, distressed … Continue reading →

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Mega fail in Islamabad and Hungary

Posted on April 13, 2026 by borderslynn

J D Vance has been busy – failing. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15728111/Did-JD-Vances-Hungary-visit-backfire-Viktor-Orban-US-Vice-Presidents-support-failed-reverse-slide-PMs-polling-suffered-crushing-election-defeat.html And in Islamabad: Photos: Vance departs Pakistan after failing to reach deal with Iran JD Vance says talks with Iran ended after 21 hours without reaching agreement Last updated: April 12, 2026 … Continue reading →

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Now it is history: Netanyahu and Orbán

Posted on April 13, 2026 by borderslynn

Netanyahu Coalition Figures Publicly Back Viktor Orbán Ahead of Hungary Vote Israeli politicians praised Orban for his support of Israel and tough stance on antisemitism. The election tests the future of Hungary’s far-right populism and holds significant implications for Israel’s … Continue reading →

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Unloading on the Pope!

Posted on April 13, 2026 by borderslynn

This from Trump Social! No, I don’t think this rant is hurting the Pope. And why the Pope speaks out: Who is advising against Catholicism?: https://www.military.com/daily-news/2026/02/18/who-doug-wilson-pentagon-defends-pastor-who-led-christian-prayer-service.html

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If I can’t take the toll from oil tanker traffic, they can’t!

Posted on April 12, 2026 by borderslynn

Trump orders a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz: Sweeping the strait: US destroyers transit Hormuz for 1st time since Iran war began US destroyers transited the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since the war began, as Washington … Continue reading →

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Wrong headed Israeli extremists

Posted on April 12, 2026 by borderslynn

A child’s instant shock and horror, caught on social media, as she chats playfully with friends but Israeli bombs interrupt her, destroying a neighboring block of flats: https://youtu.be/WU1srlgCovM?si=GMJrYwtrw1Ew8nHL

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