welcome to you didn't really understand the book.
the 'map' that was shown to the people of that Island of 'the other nations' may have been totally fake.
even you are fake so I don't believe a word you say?
is that supposed to be my response?
All is not fake.
A lot is fake, but not everything.
The United Nations should NOT BE a club of nations run by dictators and tyrants.
The rule of international law shouldn't protector despots and dictators.
the modern 'world order' is a travesty and most of the dictators know this.
Dominoes are about to fall.
hadn't he condemned the action as soon as it started?
Now he wants to be 'involved' in a transition.
He's got a country that needs a transition. He should involve himself in that and uninvolve himself in the government of France.
Dominoes
asking about dictatorships and political problems world wide lead me to query the Google AI about 'Brussels'
here is what it reported:
"
Thinking
Searching
In early
January 2026, Brussels
remains the epicenter of European political and social volatility, currently facing a "perfect storm" of a record-breaking domestic government deadlock and violent civil unrest.
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Violent New Year’s Unrest (January 1–3, 2026)
The start of 2026 saw significant violence in Brussels, echoing similar scenes in the Netherlands and France.
Targeted Attacks: Police and emergency responders were "repeatedly" targeted with professional-grade fireworks, Molotov cocktails, and explosive devices.
Vandalism: Arsonists set fire to dozens of vehicles and street furniture across the city.
Mass Arrests: Brussels police made approximately 70 arrests on New Year’s Night alone to gain control over the rioting.
"
I hadn't heard any of this nor have I confirmed if this is an AI hullcination or not
I asked for verification and got this:
"Brussels police arrest 72 on New Year’s Eve amid violence"
https://brusselsmorning.com/brussels-police-arrest-72-on-new-years-eve-amid-violence/88179/
my query to Google AI:
outline current violence in France and The Netherlands and report on anywhere else in Europe where such unrest is going on (exclude Ukraine as that is well known)
It's response:
"
Thinking
Searching
As of early
January 2026, significant civil unrest, violence targeting emergency services, and deep political protests are ongoing across Western Europe, particularly in France
, the Netherlands
, and Belgium
.
France
France continues to face a persistent climate of political instability and social unrest, with frequent nationwide protests and a volatile start to the new year.
New Year's Eve Violence: Authorities reported a significant increase in incidents compared to the previous year, with 1,173 vehicles burned and 505 people arrested across the country on the night of December 31. Police and security forces were deployed in large numbers to manage the disorder and targeted attacks in cities including Paris, Marseille, and Lyon.
Ongoing Protests: The nation continues to experience rolling strikes and demonstrations ("Block Everything" movement) against government austerity plans and in response to the perceived illegitimacy of President Macron's government, which struggles to maintain a parliamentary majority.
The Netherlands
Police in the Netherlands reported "unprecedented" levels of violence during New Year's Eve celebrations, marked by widespread disorder and attacks on emergency personnel.
Widespread Attacks: Officers, firefighters, and medics were attacked with fireworks, stones, and even petrol bombs in multiple cities, including Breda and Rotterdam.
Major Incidents: A historic 150-year-old church in Amsterdam, the Vondelkerk, was destroyed by fire, a blaze that took hours to control.
Casualties: Two people died in fireworks-related accidents across the country, and the Rotterdam eye hospital reported treating 14 patients for severe eye injuries.
Belgium (Brussels)
Brussels experienced a volatile New Year's Eve, with violence and a strained emergency response system.
Targeting of Police: Emergency responders in the capital were "repeatedly" targeted with projectiles and fireworks, leading to dozens of arrests.
Political Deadlock: The city is operating on emergency budgets due to a record-breaking period of over 560 days without a functioning regional government, contributing to an atmosphere of general instability and upcoming protests against national austerity measures.
Other European Hotspots
Germany
: While New Year's Eve was more subdued in many German cities due to strict fireworks bans, the country has experienced significant clashes in recent months between police and anti-far-right protesters opposing the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party's activities.
Switzerland
: A tragic fire at a New Year's Eve party in the Swiss Alps resort of Crans-Montana left approximately 40 people dead and over 100 injured, leading to a national period of mourning. This incident was classified as a major accident, not civil unrest.
United Kingdom
, Spain
, Italy
, Sweden
: There are no current news reports as of January 3, 2026, of widespread civil unrest or rioting in these countries comparable to the scale of violence seen in France, the Netherlands, and Belgium over the New Year period. "
all we heard was about the fire at the resort in the ALPS. We didn't get any of this other news!