Film producer and media consultant after 30 years at the BBC. Former BBC News senior producer. Arsenal and Maidenhead United.
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Dominic Hurst retweeted
Kandahar Airfield (KAF), Afghanistan, from where many nations’ troops deployed to some of the most dangerous areas in support of US-led Operation Enduring Freedom after 2001.
Dominic Hurst retweeted
Remembering Rifleman Peter Aldridge, 4th Battalion The Rifles, killed by an explosion near Sangin, Helmand Province, Afghanistan on 22nd January 2010 aged 19. Peter was from Folkestone and was on his first tour of Afghanistan. #Afghanistan
Dominic Hurst retweeted
Long ramble:
I have been mulling if I should comment on President Trump's inane comments about NATO involvement in Afghanistan. Although 35 years ago, during the US-led first Gulf War, I was lying, handcuffed & blindfolded - literally 'shoulder to shoulder' - with a US colleague on a concrete floor in an Iraqi interrogation bunker, I rather feel it should be the current generation who express any anger at the President's ludicrous, demonstrably false utterings. Which is why I earlier shared some posts from others.
But perhaps I will reflect like this - I watched Trump's press conference in the wake of the terrible tragedy when a US helicopter collided with a civilian airliner last January in disbelief. 64 people lost their lives but it seemed to be about him - his expertise, his knowledge, what he thought had happened. Much of what he said was incorrect.
So I realised back then that it was going to be pointless trying to analyse any upcoming word-salads. Everything is clearly about him; his expertise in every subject, his grasp of all situations. His need to say something, anything, to show he is the best, the cleverest, the smartest, the most knowledgeable kid on the block.
The pub-bore, the braggart, the know-it-all, pontificates on anything and everything in the hope of bolstering their own, clearly very low, self-esteem.
I wonder that, in the President's mind, that it doesn't matter if what he says is factually correct? I wonder if he knows, understands, even cares, what is true? He is saying some words, which in his mind, seems to suggest that he's important and people will admire him, laud him. The fact that everyone around him then applauds this character trait, thanking him for his 'leadership' at every turn, just amplifies his desire, his need to continue. He's got want he wants - in his mind - attention, praise, admiration.
So to sum up, trying to analyse Trump's ramblings is like trying to play chess with a pigeon. Somewhat interesting at first, but ultimately, truly pointless and rather frustrating.
To those he has hurt, insulted, vilified, I send you my deepest condolences for your loss, and gratitude for your service.
ALT coffins on an RAF aircraft draped in Union Flags
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Aldridge, Peter
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Riley, Liam
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Moore, John
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Dominic Hurst retweeted
A statement from the BBC on what happened to me in Shanghai last night while doing my job.
I understand at least one local national was arrested after trying to stop the police from beating me.
Thanks very much for the kind words and messages of concern.
BBC Statement on Ed Lawrence
ALT BBC STATEMENT ON ED LAWRENCE “The BBC is extremely concerned about the treatment of our journalist Ed Lawrence, who was arrested and handcuffed while covering the protests in Shanghai. He was held for several hours before being released. During his arrest, he was beaten and kicked by the police. This happened while he was working as an accredited journalist. “It is very worrying that one of our journalists was attacked in this way whilst carrying out his duties. We have had no official explanation or apology from the Chinese authorities, beyond a claim by the officials who later released him that they had arrested him for his own good in case he caught Covid from the crowd. We do not consider this a credible explanation.”
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It’s the things we do that mean the most. 🛹
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“If you know how it’s made, you can trust what it says. Trust is earned.”
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Learn more ➡️ bbc.in/3xSwh2Q
Dominic Hurst retweeted
"Today I can say with confidence that 42 million Ukrainians speak in one voice. And that allows us to face any enemy, including Russia."
A look at Ukraine's fragile independence, and the cost it's paying for it:
bbc.com/news/world-europe-62…
Dominic Hurst retweeted
Ukraine's armed forces say 9,000 of their soldiers have been killed in this war.
The first official figure.
Alongside the constant images of burning buildings and exploding tanks; it's a reminder of the undeniably huge human loss, which continues to rise.
Dominic Hurst retweeted
"Regardless of the cause, for Ukraine, the result is the same: the weakening of Russia's position in the south."
Our piece on the 11 days which have rocked Crimea:
With @DominicHurst, @4nnchor & @DariaSipigina:
Dominic Hurst retweeted
Don’t expect #Ukraine’s counter -offensive in the south to be a major full-scale attack on Kherson. Maj general Dmytro Marchenko says they have to use “a non-standard” strategy to break through Russian defences. He hopes to re-take Kherson “within weeks”. bbc.com/news/world-europe-62…
Dominic Hurst retweeted
Our piece from Zaporizhzhia on Europe’s biggest nuclear plant “entering a critical phase” under 🇷🇺 occupation.
With @DominicHurst @4nnchor & 🎥Phil Davies:
m.youtube.com/watch?v=qed8gk… – at Ukraine
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"The psychological situation is difficult, soldiers are walking everywhere with weapons and everyone is kept at gunpoint."
The picture from inside Europe's biggest nuclear power plant:
(With @DariaSipigina @4nnchor @DominicHurst & 🎥 @juleslenshen)
Dominic Hurst retweeted
NEW:
As Europe’s biggest nuclear power plant continues to be shelled, we’ve spoken to staff who describe being “kept at gunpoint” & their fears of a “nuclear catastrophe” under 🇷🇺 occupation.
With @DariaSipigina & @4nnchor: bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-…
Dominic Hurst retweeted
Two Ukrainian government officials said we should consider the Crimea blast at the Saki airbase the start of a major counterattack in the south.
“You can say this is it.”
My report from Kyiv: politico.eu/article/ukraine-… via @politico @POLITICOEurope
Dominic Hurst retweeted
The first ship carrying grain has left the Ukrainian port of Odessa under a landmark deal with Russia.
@jamwaterhouse is following the ship as it heads through the Black Sea
bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-…
Dominic Hurst retweeted
A great day reporting on The Big Jubilee Lunch in St Matthew’s estate in Leicester. This lovely man is Kayode Soyinka, who’s lived here for decades. He told me: “God bless you, God bless the Queen, God bless this nation.” @BBCNews #HM70 #PlatinumJubilee
