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In this tweet, she quotes Kozo Okamoto, a Japanese fighter who took part in the resistance against "Israel".

She has been arrested for "apology of terrorism"

She is to be tried in July.

Are these the so called defenders of freedom of speech?

Free Palestine.

Thomas Sankara introduced a bold form of socialism in Burkina Faso during the 1980s, focused on self-reliance, equality, and anti-imperialism. He rejected foreign aid dependence and pushed for domestic production, especially in agriculture, to make the country food-sufficient. Sankara’s government redistributed land from feudal landlords to peasants, empowering rural communities. He also promoted women’s rights, banning forced marriages and encouraging female participation in the workforce and government. Massive vaccination campaigns and public health initiatives improved living standards. His policies emphasized simplicity—he reduced government spending, cut officials’ salaries, and led by example with a modest lifestyle. Sankara also prioritized education and environmental protection, launching reforestation drives to combat desertification. However, his radical reforms and strong stance against global powers created internal opposition. Despite his short rule, Sankara’s socialism remains a powerful symbol of African independence and grassroots development