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"We are strong --- together." G.A. Zyuganov met 


with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh 


Chinh in Moscow


March 23rd, 11:55pm


(KPRF.ru)


 


On March 23, the Chairman of the Central Committee of the 


Communist Party of the Russian Federation, the head of 


the Communist Party faction in the State Duma, G.A. 


Zyuganov, met with the Vietnamese government 


delegation led by Prime Minister 


Pham Minh Chinh


 


During a friendly conversation.... G.A. Zyuganov and Pham Minh Chinh 


exchanged views on foreign policy issues, emphasizing the 


need for joint action in countering modern challenges.


 


The parties reaffirmed their mutual commitment to further 


developing friendly relations between our countries and 


peoples, emphasizing the need to deepen and expand 


inter-party ties in line with the 2024 Agreement on 


Cooperation between our parties.


 


Pham Minh Tien --- emphasized the need to strengthen 


cooperation between the Communist Party of the 


Russian Federation and the Communist Party of 


Vietnam on party building and personnel 


training, where the Communist Party 


of the Russian Federation has 


extensive theoretical and 


practical experience.


 


The leader of the Russian Communists congratulated his 


Vietnamese friends on the successful conclusion of the 


14th Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam 


and expressed confidence that all the political 


decisions made at the Congress.... and the 


ambitious goals -- set by the Communist 


Party of Vietnam to achieve economic 


growth .....and improve the living 


standards of the people 


would be fulfilled.


 


Today, Vietnam is successfully developing cultural, economic, 


and trade relations with many countries around the world, 


raising its national economy to a new level, achieving 


annual growth rates of 6-8 percent, and building 


a socialist society.


 


With its impressive economic potential and the full support of 


the people, the CPC has set a global goal of surpassing the 


global average per capita income by 2030, which it is 


confidently pursuing.


 


Pham Minh Tien noted that ------ in recent years, the


political, economic, and cultural ties between 


Russia and Vietnam have reached a new 


level of development.


 


"We must stand together because it is in the interests 


of our countries. Together, we are a force," the 


Vietnamese politician emphasized.


 


In light of the worsening global political situation, where 


old stereotypes and international agreements..... are 


crumbling -- the Communist Party leader believes 


it is vital to consolidate the world's progressive 


forces ------- under the banner of combating 


imperialism, fascism, and international 


terrorism, and advocating for peace, 


progress, and socialism.


 


In this regard, in May 2026, the Communist Party of the 


Russian Federation will hold an international forum in 


Moscow... titled "Fighting Against International 


Terrorism, Arbitrariness, and Aggression. 


For Peace and Security," to which 


Gennady Zyuganov has invited 


his Vietnamese comrades.


 


"The aggressive policy of the United States will inevitably fail.


 This has been confirmed many times in history. In the 20th 


century, the Vietnamese people expelled the American 


aggressors from their land.... during the people's 


liberation struggle. This time --- the American 


military - will also fail," said G.A. Zyuganov 


confidently. "However, in order to achieve 


victory ----- we must unite the efforts of 


progressive forces, around the world. 


Our energetic work within the BRICS 


and SCO international organizations 


will help to curb the American 


imperialists - and prevent a 


global military conflict."


 


Pham Minh Tien agreed with G.A. Zyuganov's opinion. 


"Russia is a great country. We are confident that you 


will overcome all the challenges," he said 


with optimism.


 


Comrade Pham Minh Tien was awarded a commemorative 


medal by the Central Committee of the Communist Party 


of the Russian Federation .....dedicated to the 80th 


anniversary of Victory.


 


On the Russian side, the meeting was attended by First Deputy 


Chairmen of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of 


the Russian Federation, I.I. Melnikov and Yu.V. Afonin, Deputy 


Chairmen of the Central Committee of the Communist Party 


of the Russian Federation, L.I. Kalashnikov & D.G. Novikov,
Member of the Presidium of the Central Committee, V.A. 


Tsarikhin, Secretary of the Central Committee, A.A.
Yushchenko, First Deputy Chairman of the Central 


Control Commission, V.V. Kumin, Member of the 


Central Committee, Head of the International 


Department of the Central Committee,  


M.A. Zabirov.


 


The meeting was also attended by Dang Minh Khoi,


Ambassador Extraordinary, and Plenipotentiary 


of Vietnam to the Russian Federation.


 


 


Medvedev sounds very sparky, and it was he who


admitted publicly, that Yeltsin lost that second


election to the Communist leader Zyuganov,


with the CIA -- falsifying the vote numbers.



Will he carry on - towards a final betrayal


of Russia's socialist aim as the Donbass
----- a Communist Party stronghold -----
is twisted to vote for United Russia
.....which he now leads? 


 
Can the KPRF finally break through
this legacy of Yeltsin's betrayal?



What do you honestly think?

Just watched the trilogy
'The Road To Calvary'
and you could too
on you tube.

A wonderful drama!

Made me believe in 
soviet power
again!



 


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G.A. Zyuganov: Forward to the Future,


 Following the Lenin-Stalin Legacy!


March 5th, 2026, at 1:16pm


(kprf.ru)


 


On March 5, the Day of Remembrance 


.....of Joseph Vissarionovich Stalin, 


Communists, Komsomol members, 


& representatives of the People's 


Patriotic Forces of Russia laid 


wreaths and flowers at the 


Generalissimo's Tomb... 


near the Kremlin Wall.


 


The column under the Red Banners was led by the 


Chairman of the Central Committee of the 


Communist Party of the Russian 


Federation, G.A. Zyuganov.


 


Then Gennady Andreevich spoke to journalists.


 


''Today we are celebrating the Day of Remembrance of Joseph


 Vissarionovich Stalin. He passed away, but his great state, 


which he saved together with Lenin, continues to live 


and operate.


 


''But the Anglo-Saxons --- have been waging war against the 


Russian world for four years. Therefore, today we must all 


learn ---- from the Lenin-Stalin modernization. If we do not 


understand the reasons for the revival of our great nation 


and the essence of its powerful leap into the future, we 


will not be able to secure our victory against modern 


neo-Nazism, Banderism, and fascism.


 


''First of all, we need to understand the essence of the Lenin-


Stalin strategy of modernization. The goal was - to save the 


thousand-year-old Russian state.


 


''In just six months - Lenin was able to create a five-million-


strong army -- that split the Entente and drove out all the 


occupiers. He proposed ------ four different policies: from 


military communism and the food procurement system


 to the New Economic Policy and the GOELRO plan. 


 


''This plan allowed the country to achieve rapid economic


 and social development ---- in just a few years.


 


''Stalin's feat was primarily about ---- his vision of the future. He 


declared that either we would achieve what Europe had taken 


a hundred years to accomplish --- in ten years, or we would be 


crushed. And we managed to create the world's best science 


education, and social system, as well as the best factories 


and the bravest soldiers, commanders, & political officers.


 


''In my opinion, Stalin's strategy, which ensured our victory, 


is more relevant than ever. And Stalin considered himself 


a deeply Russian person.


 


''Please note that on this day in 1946, Winston Churchill 


delivered his famous Fulton speech. Essentially, he 


declared a campaign against our country and 


the socialist camp --- disregarding all the 


agreements that had been made.


 


''Stalin responded to him in the Pravda newspaper just a week


 later. He emphasized that Churchill was inciting a new war, 


which was completely unworthy.


 


''But ---- at the same time, Stalin did everything he could -- to 


strengthen the country's nuclear missile shield. As early as


1943, when the Nazis were defeated at the Battle of Kursk, 


a secret order was issued - to establish a group dedicated 


to developing thermonuclear weapons.


 


''In a matter of years -- 10 nuclear cities were built, 15 new 


industries were created, and a nuclear missile shield was 


established in front of the entire world. To this day, it
has been saving the current Russian Federation.


 


''The so-called "Khrushchev Thaw" - was a betrayal. We 


 are still reaping the consequences, of this foolish and 


short-sighted policy.


 


''Today, Putin and Mishustin's government face a very difficult 


situation. Over the past year, we have not achieved the 


desired results. The completely idiotic tax rate of 


15-20% has paralyzed half of the economy. The 


lack of will to regulate prices for housing and 


utilities, essential goods, and medicines has 


led to the exploitation of the population.


 


''We proposed a Victory program - that would allow us to have 


growth rates higher than the global average and a budget 10 


trillion rubles larger than the current one. A package of laws 


was fully prepared for this purpose. However ------ the 


reluctance of United Russia to engage in dialogue


------ led to a significant setback.


 


''We have more resources than we need. But the oligarchy, 


even in the midst of war, grabbed almost $20 billion in 


January alone.


 


''I suggested - that we double their taxes. They didn't respond. I 


suggested that we immediately adjust utility rates and reduce


the prices of medicines and food. All of these documents are 


on the government's desk. However, they refuse to engage


 in a meaningful dialogue.


 


''The most outrageous thing is that the "fifth column" has 


already smelled blood. They see --- that Trump and his 


rabid, brutal team ...can help them.


 


''But our commanders and soldiers at the front are asking for 


help and support. We've already lost 198 commanders, and 


commissars. The 150th convoy --- has already been sent. 


It contains 250 tons of everything they requested.


 


''Now is the moment of truth. On this day, the Generalissimo, 


the commander, the great strategist, the man to whom we 


all owe our lives, passed away.


 


''However, now there is a new "emperor." His name is Trump. 


And we must understand that we are dealing with crazed 


terrorists. Each of us has a choice to make: either 


socialization ---- or the power of big capital, 


and fascism.


 


''Therefore, the only way out is Leninist-Stalinist modernization. 


And our task now ----- is to unite around Victory, as much as


possible, move forward confidently, and glorify all the 


best aspects of the great Soviet era.


 


''We have a Victory program. We have a development budget. 


We have the experience of people's enterprises - run by 


Grudinin, Sumarokov, and Kazankov.


 


''I want to say it again. Today, there are only two choices. 


Either support our team --- or big capital will dictate its 


own rules - tomorrow.


 


''President Trump has already thrown all the international 


agreements that have been made over the decades into 


the trash. He has created a "peace council" that is 


filled with billionaires and scoundrels. And his 


brazen army is killing children, the elderly, 


and heads of state ------- along with 


their families.


 


''Orders are already being given to bomb our cities and villages.


 


''Therefore.... I would like to recall Stalin's testament. He said 


that in this world, we are strong, intelligent, and successful, 


but no one needs us except ourselves.


 


''Therefore, we must be strong, successful, and victorious. 


Then - we will be taken seriously!


 

Mr Softy is an icecream. Tastes delicious!
Full of air. Melts...... in hot weather.

Who do you think, Mr Softy is?



 


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"Change or die." Von der Leyen urged 

Europe to follow Ukraine's example

by Maxim Kozlov

February 14th, 12:03pm

(Rossiyskaya Gazeta) 

 

To share

 

Ursula von der Leyen, the head of the EU Commission, delivered a 

speech at the Munich Security Conference that became the motto 

of a "woken-up Europe" - confident, strong, arming itself, and 

ready to take on more responsibility. However, behind the 

confident tone, pathos, and numbers ----- there were 

contradictions in the EU position, particularly 

regarding Ukraine and the prospects for 

dialogue with Moscow.

 

Von der Leyen's speech highlighted Ukraine's experience as a 

universal argument. She claimed that Kyiv had proven that 

survival depends on -- "speed and the ability to quickly 

transform the economy into a military machine." 

 

She suggested that the Kyiv regime's motto, "Change or Die," 

should be adopted by the entire European peninsula.

 

The head of the EU Commission linked Ukraine's support to the 

EU's existence. "Ukraine is fighting for peace and freedom 

today," she said. Von der Leyen reiterated that Ukraine 

will only repay the new €90 billion loan, after Russia 

pays reparations. 

 

However, she seems to have forgotten that Moscow has no 

intention of paying anything, which means that the EU 

...will not see any more money.

 

The main contradiction in her speech was her call for negotiations, 

but not with Russia. In her speech, von der Leyen once again 

identified Russia as an aggressor, with whom dialogue 

can only be conducted from a position of strength. 

Europe - demands participation in negotiations, 

but at the same time it is building a position

 that makes dialogue impossible -----

 by definition.

 

Von der Leyen couldn't help but curry favour with Washington. 

After Marco Rubio's speech, as she stated, Europe breathed 

a sigh of relief. The United States remains the primary 

guarantor and source of reassurance. There is no 

talk of European independence.

 

But with undisguised satisfaction, she listed the  European 

achievements. Defense spending has increased by almost 

80 percent, and 800 billion euros have been mobilized. 

 

The money is being spent on drones, the 

development of mobile systems, and 

the strengthening of air defense 

and missile defense.

 

Europe has "woken up", she said, making it clear that this is 

only the beginning of a major change. "This is not an option 

for the EU --------- it is an obligation arising from the union 

treaties," she stressed ------- speaking of the creation 

of a full-fledged defense architecture. Moreover, 

she proposed to make all EU decisions..
by a qualified majority.

 

The conclusion is obvious: Europe wants peace, but it is 

preparing for a protracted war. It talks about dialogue, 

but excludes a key participant. It dreams of strategic 

autonomy, but breathes a sigh of relief.... after 

receiving assurances from the US. 

 

The contradiction between the words about peace and

 the bet on escalation ---- is becoming increasingly 

apparent, and Ukraine is both a justification 

and a tool in this equation.

 


 This is a person who gags for hatred and war.
An unelected crazed old bitch, who could
kill us all.

What do you think?



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Virtual meeting, important telephone 


talks on Beginning of Spring - inject 


certainty into the world - time for 


Taiwan ----------- to wake up


by Bei Pingfeng


February 5th, 5:06pm


(Global Times: Opinion)


 


 




Illustration: Liu Rui/GT


 


Wednesday, February 4th, is the day of Lichun, the "Beginning 


of Spring." It is the first of the 24 solar terms on the Chinese 


lunar calendar, symbolizing the thawing of ice and the 


revival of all things. 


 


On this very day, Chinese President Xi Jinping had a virtual 


meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and talked 


with US President Donald Trump over the telephone, 


attracting global attention and injecting certainty 


into a turbulent world. It is believed this also 


prompted the island of Taiwan to reassess 


the world and itself. 


 


Amid wars waging in the world, unresolved trade frictions and 


intensifying bloc confrontations, the Chinese leader chose to 


engage in in-depth communication with the leaders of two
globally influential major powers on the same day. The 


signal is powerful and weighty - if various sectors on 


the island of Taiwan still fail to understand it, they 


are only deceiving themselves. 


 


The Taiwan question is the most important issue in China-US 


relations. During his telephone talks with President Trump, 


President Xi emphasized: "Taiwan is China's territory and 


China must safeguard its own sovereignty and territorial 


integrity, and will never allow Taiwan to be separated. 


The US must handle the issue of arms sales to 


Taiwan ...with prudence." 


 


Every word carries immense weight, heavy as a mountain. 


Although President Trump did not publicly commit to 


ceasing arms sales to the island of Taiwan, he 


explicitly said that he understands how 


China feels about the Taiwan question 


and he would like the two sides to 


continue talking to each other 


and keep the relationship in 


good shape ---- during


his presidency.


 


The remarks... pulled the rug out from under those on Taiwan 


island who still fantasize about "relying on the US to pursue 


independence." While Taiwan society continues to 


speculate whether the US would send troops to 


support the island or bear the costs for it, the 


US has already done the math(s). 


 


TSMC factories can be relocated, supply chains can be 


restructured, but the US will never risk full-scale 


confrontation --- with a China that possesses 


nuclear weapons, a market in the trillions, 


the world's most complete industrial 


system and the resolute will of 


more than 1.4 billion people 


supporting reunification - 


all over a "pen tip" on 


a "round table."


 


The more chaotic the world becomes, the more it needs China. 


At the start of 2026, the Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, 


Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and British Prime Minister 


Keir Starmer visited China one after another - not out of


 a sudden urge of "looking toward the East," but a 


rationality of "looking toward reality."


 


European countries no longer blindly cling to the US' "values-


based alliance." What they value highly is China's massive 


market scale, complete industrial chains... infrastructure 


efficiency, and energy transition solutions. While the US 


imposes steel & aluminum tariffs on its allies, as well


threatens to withdraw from NATO, and unilaterally 


tears up the only climate agreement, China has 


consistently kept its doors open to the world - 


with goods trade with Belt and Road partner 


countries... now reaching.. 23.6 trillion yuan


($3.4 trillion), China-Europe freight trains 


exceeding 120,000 trips and the draft 


of the 15th Five-Year Plan clearly 


calling for expanded high-level 


opening-up ...to create a new 


era of win-win cooperation.


 


In contrast, "Taiwan independence" separatist forces persist in 


moving backward. While Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te 


claimed that the lower Taiwan's investment link to the 


mainland, the better the island's economy --- he can


not deny the resilience of cross-Straits economic 


cooperation shown by an 11.2 percent increase 


in the Chinese mainland's exports to Taiwan 


and a 6 percent rise in Chinese mainland 


imports from the island - last year.


 


He loudly proclaims a "democratic alliance" .......yet dares not 


respond to US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick's public 


demand for TSMC to relocate factories. He fantasizes about 


"going global," yet continually funnels Taiwan island's 


fiscal surpluses, foreign exchange reserves and tech 


talent into the US' military-industrial complex and 


chip factories. 


 


This is not "autonomy" - it is "self-immolation"; not a "diplomatic


 breakthrough," but "economic suicide." Taiwan island --- faces 


soaring housing prices, skyrocketing living costs and surging 


energy prices, while "pro-independence" politicians spout 


increasingly radical slogans - they are not safeguarding 


Taiwan's future but squandering its prospects --- and 


selling it out for personal political gain.


 


China has never been better positioned as it is today to achieve


 complete national reunification. Economically, the Chinese 


mainland's GDP maintains a long-term advantage of more 


than 20 times that of Taiwan island, with the gap 


continuing to widen. 


 


Militarily, weapons systems such as the DongFeng-5C missiles, 


the J-35 fighter jet, Type 055 destroyers and long-range rocket 


artillery have established overwhelming superiority over 


Taiwan island. 


 


In terms of public sentiment, the younger generation on the 


mainland is forming a sense of "historical responsibility" 


oward national reunification, while Taiwan's youth 


increasingly recognize the inevitability of 


reunification ----- public support for 


reunification, is becoming main


stream in Taiwan society.


 


Among the five permanent members of the UN Security Council, 


only China has yet to achieve reunification --- this must be fully 


resolved. In 1949, we stood up through "millet plus rifles"; in 


1978, we started to grow prosperous through reform and 


opening-up; now, through strategic resolve and today's


comprehensive national strength, we are marching 


toward becoming strong. And a key hallmark of 


this strength is the complete reunification of 


the motherland.


 


Lichun has arrived, and spring thunder - will soon follow. If the 


Taiwan authorities remain addicted to the illusion of the "US 


protective umbrella" still fantasize, that external forces will 


back "Taiwan independence" and believe...... that "delaying 


reunification can buy temporary safety," what awaits them 


is nothing but the verdict of history. China does not initiate 


conflict, but it will never tolerate secession. Reunification 


is a matter of time... and not a question of whether it will
happen -------- Taiwan island, it is time ------- to wake up.


 


The author is a commentator 


on international affairs. 


opinion@globaltimes.com.cn


 


 


Good for China, yes? 


What do you predict?


 


 


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"The fighting will be protracted and bloody." 

Will the Ukrainian Armed Forces lose 

Sloviansk and Kramatorsk?

by Mikhail Khodarenok

January 15th, 10:12am

(Gazeta.ru)

 

In the first two weeks of January, Russian troops took control 

of eight settlements in the special military operation zone. 

According to the Chief of the General Staff, Valery 

Gerasimov, the troops --- are currently actively 

advancing westward. As a result, the army

------ will soon approach Slavyansk --- and 

Kramatorsk. However, it remains to be 

seen whether the Russian forces will 

be able to.... recapture these cities 

from the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

 

It is quite possible that in the near future, the Russian military 

will take control of the Sloviansk-Kramatorsk agglomeration 

and finally drive the enemy out of the DPR. However, as 

always, the question is the timing.

 

It should be noted that over the past 10 years (since 2014), 

the cities of Slavyansk and Kramatorsk, as well as the 

surrounding areas, have been transformed by the 

Ukrainian army into a heavily fortified region 

that plays a crucial role in the defense 

lines of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

 in the Donetsk People's Republic.

 

Moreover - it holds not only 

military significance... but 

also political importance.

 

All the stone buildings here have been turned into defense 

nodes and long-term firing structures connected by 

underground concrete communications. An 

extensive network of firing points has 

been equipped, with the creation of 

trench systems and numerous 

communication passages. 

 

Underground shelters have been created for the personnel 

of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, which contain supplies 

of ammunition, food, water, and other materials.

 

Measures are well thought out..... to protect troops and 

facilities from all means of destruction of the enemy. 

A communication system that is resistant to 

external influences has been created.

 

The near approaches to the cities of Sloviansk and 

Kramatorsk are covered by several defensive lines

that are well-equipped in terms of fortification. 

The engineering barriers system of the 

agglomeration includes minefields 

and barricades combined into 

several lines.

 

The enterprises and factories of the Sloviansk-Kramatorsk
agglomeration (Slavtyazhmash, Betonmash, the Agregat 

machine-building enterprise, Kramatorsk machine-

building enterprises and metallurgical plants, 

and the Thermal Power Plant) have been 

turned into fortresses.

 

Thus, the siege and subsequent assault of the Sloviansk-

Kramatorsk fortified area may result in protracted and 

bloody battles for every house and every street, and 

may last for at least several months.

 

The Sloviansk-Kramatorsk fortified area can probably be 

compared (with some approximations and assumptions, 

of course) to the German Meseritz fortified area from 

World War II (also known as Regenwurmlager, or 

"Rainworm Camp").

 

The fortified area was considered impregnable by the 

Wehrmacht leadership and was one of the two 

largest defensive systems in Germany. In 

the west, this was the Siegfried Line, 

and in the east.... it was the 

Meseritz Fortified Area.

 

There were 5 to 7 pillboxes and bunkers per kilometre of 

the "Earthworm Camp." Various obstacles were built on

 the approaches to the fortified area and throughout 

the depth of the defense in 6-7 rows. An entire city 

was built underground at a depth of 60-70 metres, 

with dozens of barracks, kitchens, infirmaries, 

food warehouses, its own power plant, and

fuel storage.

 

However, General Katukov's 1st Guards Tank Army 

captured the Meseritz fortified area in just three 

days (from January 29 --- to 31, 1945). 

Nevertheless, we have yet to fully 

appreciate the military prowess

of the Red Army's command.

 

Attacking the Slavic-Kramatorsk fortified area head

-on is probably not the most expedient solution.

Rather, it is necessary to force the enemy to

 retreat from the occupied area under the 

threat of encirclement by means of 

deep flanking maneuvers.

 

 Naturally, this is just one of the options.

 

It is quite possible that the Russian command has 

even more daring and impressive plans.

 

 

The author's opinion may not coincide 

with the editorial position.

 

Author's biography:

 

Mikhail Mikhailovich Khodarenok is a military 

commentator for Gazeta.Ru, a retired colonel.

 

Graduated from the Minsk Higher Engineering 

Anti-Aircraft Missile School (1976), Military 

Command Academy of Air Defence (1986).

Commander of S-75 anti-aircraft missile 

division (1980–1983). Dpty commander 

of the anti-aircraft missile regiment 

(1986–1988). Senior officer of the 

Main Staff of the Air Defence 

Forces (1988–1992). Officer 

Main Ops Directorate of 

the General Staff (1992–

2000). Graduate of the 

Military Academy of 

the General Staff of 

the Armed Forces

of Russia (1998).

 

Observer for the Independent Newspaper (2000–2003), 

Editor-in-Chief of the Military-Industrial Courier news-

paper (2010–2015).

 

 

Interesting... 

what do you

think. Igor?

 

 

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The Age of Paper Promises is Over: 

How an Ounce of Gold Survived 

the Age of Financial Illusions...

and Rising US debt is pushing 

markets away from the dollar

 — economist Lezhava

by Anton Beketov

 December 8th, 11:05am

(Pravda TV » Point of view)

 

Central banks print money and then exchange it for a metal that 

was considered a "relic." Gold is getting more expensive faster 

than inflation, and even rare earths.... do not provide such 

protection. Why does it remain a safe haven for capital? 

 

The economist, financial analyst, publicist and public figure,

Alexander Lezhava, explains in the program "Point of View"

 on Pravda TV.

 

The rejection of the dollar and the role of gold

 

The founder of file-sharing services, a very well-known entrepreneur, 

Kim Dotcom, has stated that we need to get rid of the dollar and 

switch to gold. Now, all over the world, there is a rejection of 

dollar-based settlements between countries, but this is the 

first time that this has been discussed in the US. In your 

opinion, why has this happened?

 

''For the United States, the dollar is the national currency and 

a common means of payment. It is also the world's reserve 

currency. Americans have been using the dollar, since the 

country's founding. Historically, the first American dollars 

were based on the Spanish coin "8 pesos," which was 

used as the weight and characteristics of the new 

currency. These were silver-backed coins.

 

Then... the dollar transformed. In 1913, after the Fed (the US Federal 

Reserve System) appeared, private dollars issued by various banks 

slowly began to be replaced by the Federal Reserve currency. And 

it gradually changed over several decades from a secured 

currency to an unsecured currency, by 1971. This 

opened the floodgates for unlimited emissions.

 

Since the dollar's design was based on debt, an increase in the money 

supply was directly linked to an increase in debt. Today, this debt 

exceeds $37 trillion. It is well understood, that such a debt can

not be legally repaid. The options are either default, which is

not ideal for political reasons, or........ inflation and the 

devaluation of the dollar, leading to a decrease in

 its purchasing power.''

 

This is very bad for the economy.
Could it cause social unrest?

 

''I don't rule it out at all, and judging by the developments in recent 

months, especially since Trump came to power, the division 

between blue and red states -- is becoming increasingly 

clear. Only time will tell if this will lead to a civil war.''

 

They suggest keeping your savings in gold, which means converting 

them into this precious metal. Why is gold the preferred choice? 

There may be other equally valuable metals that could be

 invested in.

 

''Traditionally, gold was the most important monetary metal. 

The main metals were: gold was used for large purchases, 

for interstate settlements, and for big deals.... and then

physical silver - that was used in everyday life.

I have been writing about gold and the 

inevitable transition of the global 

financial system to it, for over 

15 years. Our citizens.. are 

also showing sufficient

 interest in gold.''

 

Digital currencies and Bitcoin — the end of paper money?

Maybe we're already talking about the end of the dollar 

as a reserve currency --- and the transition to another 

reserve currency, such as a digital one? In general, 

how would you assess the prospect of a digital 

ruble, a digital dollar, or Bitcoin? We're on the 

verge of a transition to a fundamentally 

different type of currency - and soon 

we'll stop holding paper money in 

our hands... forget what it is and 

be surrounded by pure numbers.

 

''There are many - completely different - aspects to this.

First, the form. It is important to clearly distinguish 

between form and content. Today, everyone uses 

unsecured currencies such as rubles, dollars, 

euros, and others. There is nothing behind 

them. Russian banknotes explicitly state, 

"Bank of Russia Bill." It is unsecured 

and does not obligate anyone. In 

fact, the Bank of Russia can 

withdraw it ...at any time.''

 

So it's based on trust, right?

 

''That's exactly right. The massive issuance of currencies around

the world...... is undermining the credibility of currencies. The 

purchasing power of the ruble, the dollar, and the euro ---- is 

constantly decreasing. However, the physical appearance 

of the banknotes remains the same: 100 rubles in 

2000 and 100 rubles today, look identical, 

but their value and purchasing power 

are completely different.

 

The form can be different — in cash, in a non-cash or digital form. 

But the essence of all these forms of modern currencies is the 

same: they remain unsecured currencies.

 

This has always been the case in human history: unbacked 

currencies eventually collapse. After that, there is a return 

to money, to backed money. And gold, is that very money.

 

There are several reasons why gold is likely to return.

Gold is valuable in itself. Gold is supranational. Gold 

is not someone's promise - and does not carry the 

risk of a counterparty. Gold is a rare metal, and 

it cannot be printed in any quantity. Gold is 

convenient in calculations. Gold has 

traditionally been.... and remains 

money ---- throughout centuries 

of human history. You can pay 

with it quite calmly: it is inert, 

non-radioactive, & compact. 

An ounce of gold --- is not 

dozens and hundreds 

of barrels of oil.

 

Historically, people have already chosen the most convenient tool 

for making payments. This is why gold became money. If we look 

at the fundamental differences between gold as money and 

current currencies, we can see that current currencies 

have only one of the five functions that money has 

(the five functions of money are: a measure of 

value, a medium of exchange, a medium of 

payment, a store of value, and a global 

currency) -- which is the function of a 

medium of exchange. They, are not 

a measure of value because value 

constantly changes. Currencies

devalue -------- and lose their 

purchasing power.''

 

While gold grows over time, I notice.

 

''The most striking thing about this story ---- is that gold remains 

unchanged. An ounce of gold, just as it was hundreds of years 

ago, is still the same piece of metal. For comparison, the US

gold double eagle coin, which weighs, approximately, an 

ounce, was once equivalent to a $20 bill. Today, the bill 

remains a $20 bill but the coin is worth more than four 

thousand dollars. This means.... that the purchasing 

power of the dollar has decreased to almost zero, 

with only about 0.05% of its original value.''

 

The digital world, control, and the abolition of cash

Could you describe the digital world of digital 

currency in a brief manner.... if possible? 

What will it be like for ordinary people, 

for the masses?

 

''To be honest, it's quite difficult for me to say what it will be like. 

The goals that are being set are quite obvious. The main goal, 

which was not hidden by the main organizer and mastermind 

of this process, the Bank for International Settlements, 

represented by its head, is to control the population.

 

This is what digital currency is for. So that they can track our 

purchases, our spending. So that they can control, in fact, 

our entire lives ....and manage them.

 

This was a strategic goal - to completely remove cash from 

circulation, which, among other functions, also provides 

anonymity of settlements, in order to ensure that all 

transactions are controlled, transparent, and 

understandable ---- then any person can be 

managed. The sauce under which this is 

served..... is that it will allow for better 

control of budget expenditures, but 

this ------ is poorly implemented 

in reality.''

 

Tracking officials' bribes and corruption schemes..?

 

''The question is, what kind of corruption schemes are we 

talking about? If we're talking about high-level figures, 

there are plenty of ways to circumvent the system - 

even through digital currencies. The mechanisms 

are already clear even though the system hasn't 

been fully implemented yet. At the grassroots 

level, the situation is similar: there will be 

ways to circumvent it. It's more of an 

attempt to limit corruption in the 

middle class.

 

At the same time.. we should not forget that anti-corruption 

mechanisms still exist, laws are in place, and we regularly 

see corrupt officials being detained and sent to prison.''

 

Russia, sanctions, and the ruble's 

potential as a reserve currency

 

Russia has switched to settlements with its counterparties in 

national currencies. Despite the sanctions -- trade continues. 

If.. the restrictions are lifted and international trade resumes,

does the ruble have a chance to become a reserve currency?

 

''Until a certain point -- we saw globalization and the desire to 

bring everything under a single control. After the start of the 

special military operation, the process shifted to 

regionalization, and the topic of multipolarity 

became more prominent.

 

The EU and the US have started using currencies as a tool of 

pressure: blocking Russian accounts, freezing, and actually 

confiscating assets. Europeans are threatening to seize 

them ---- which is also a blow to their own financial 

system. Formally, it sounds like a freeze, but, in

reality, the assets have already been stolen 

and are no longer available to us.

 

Europeans and Americans are just looking for a way to make 

this legal. The blocked 300 billion could have been written 

off in the spring of 2022.

 

As for the return of the stolen money, the question remains 

open: recovery will require effort, but there is confidence 

that Russia will get its money back. Bismarck warned 

Europeans ----- that Russians always come back for 

their money.

 

At the global level, there is a process of regionalization: the world 

is breaking up into macro-regions, and each of them is forming 

its own dominant currency.''

 

What are these macro-regions?

 

''This is China with its own macro-region. This is India, which is 

somewhat less active than the Chinese, but it can still form. 

This could also be Russia, especially since the conditions 

are there. The Russian Federation, has a significant 

positive trade balance...... with the former Soviet 

republics, especially Central Asia, Kazakhstan, 

Uzbekistan, and so on.

 

Trade with African and Latin American countries is 

developing actively and gradually. All of these 

countries may well end up in the Russian 

ruble zone.

 

I have repeatedly said that this requires the Bank of Russia 

and the Ministry of Finance - to adopt a more active policy 

in this area. However, we see that the current leadership

of the Bank of Russia is either unable or unwilling to 

do so.

 

Personal finances: deposits, gold, and risky instruments

As an economist, give me your advice: where should I 

invest my funds to achieve high returns - only in gold, 

or are there any other assets available?

 

''There is no universal advice here: everyone has their own 

situation - finances, assets, debts, and income. Therefore, 

it would be irresponsible to say, "Invest in gold or silver."

 

The options are different.

 

Traditionally, deposits: they do not compensate for inflation, but

 they reduce the losses from it. They are suitable for short-term 

investments.

 

Physical precious metals are possible for large savings. Moreover, 

physical gold is interesting precisely for the long term — for 

example, if you are creating a reserve for retirement or 

planning to pay for children's education. There is no 

point in buying physical metals for a period of less 

than a year, for this there are other instruments.

 

Deposits are suitable for short-term investments. Securities are 

also possible if you have a good understanding of the market.''

 

Although it is a risky instrument, depending on the political 

situation. Let's say peace is achieved, and the shares 

may rise sharply.

 

''You're right: it's a risky instrument, unlike a deposit that earns a 

small interest and looks reliable. Gold doesn't offer interest, but 

it increases in value due to the depreciation of currencies, and

 it grows faster than inflation because there's a demand for it. 

Central banks ------- are the first to express distrust in their 

own currencies.''

 

Central banks and gold as a "barbaric relic" The central banks 

of Poland, India, China, and now some African countries are 

actively buying gold. The logic seems to be contradictory: 

they print money themselves, and then exchange it for 

metal, which they consider a "barbaric relic".

 

''They embrace: currencies devalue, but gold remains money. As 

the American financier Morgan said at the beginning of the 20th 

century: "Gold is money, everything else is credit." Nothing has 

changed since then.''

 

Rare Earth Metals: Speculation or a "Safe Haven"?

Everyone is talking about rare earth metals right 

now. Can they become a "safe haven" like gold, 

and even provide higher returns?

 

''You can invest in anything: rare earths, stocks, bonds, oil, black 

metals, or precious metals. It all depends on your goal. If your 

goal is to buy cheaper and sell higher, that's speculation.

 It's about making money.

 

If the goal is to protect capital, then this is a completely different 

strategy with different timeframes. Gold is still the best option.

 Alternatively, you can consider silver if you don't have 

enough funds for gold.''

 

So you agree with Kim Dotcom, who 

said to sell dollars and buy gold?

 

''Yes, it's a smart move in the long run.''

 

 

Here in Wales - we should demand 

compensation: from the Romans,

Norman French, and the Crown

- for all our stolen gold.

 

What do you.. think? Write to

King Charles - and ask him!

 

 

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Silence in front of a destroyed church: 


how 1 percent of the believers in the 


Holy Land.... were left behind.


by Inna Novikova  


November 25th, 11:36am


(Pravda TV Editor-in-Chief's Club)


 


The Orthodox Church did not respond to 


the destruction of a church in Gaza — 


according to the IPPO.


 


In the 19th century, Russia built schools and hospitals through the 


Imperial Orthodox Society. Now, Orthodox Christians in the Holy 


Land face the Church's silence and lack of response to the 


destruction of their churches. This was discussed in the 


author's program "The Editor-in-Chief's Club" by Inna 


Novikova, Editor-in-Chief of Pravda.Ru. 


 


Daoud Matar, the Chairman of the Bethlehem Branch of the 


Imperial Orthodox Palestinian Society - shares his insights.


 


The Imperial Orthodox Society and
the Problems of the Orthodox


 


Today, the situation of the Orthodox in the Holy Land raises serious 


questions. Previously, their share was significant, but now it is 


only one percent. To understand the reasons, it is worth 


looking at history.


 


In the 19th century, Vasily Khitrovo revived the Imperial Orthodox 


Palestine Society (IOPS). It was dedicated - to protecting the 


interests of Orthodox Christians, and establishing schools, 


hospitals and cultural centres. Russia actively supported 


Orthodox believers and countered the influence of the 


French, Germans, and British, who also sought to 


establish a presence in the region.


 


However, the 1917 Revolution and then World War II destroyed 


the previous system of support. In recent decades, the Ippo 


has continued to help by building schools, museums, and 


roads - as well as working with communities. However, 


unfortunately, the church itself has been paying less 


attention to the problems of Orthodox Arabs.


 


Historically, the Greeks - have been granted the right to represent the


 Orthodox in the Holy Land through agreements with the Ottoman 


authorities. The Russian Church has traditionally protected the 


interests of the Orthodox, but its attention has noticeably 


diminished in the past 10-15 years.


 


This was especially evident during the tragedy in Gaza, when Israeli 


strikes destroyed an Orthodox church and killed 12 people. At that 


time, all the Catholics, Anglicans, the Greek Church, and the 


diplomatic missions expressed their protests. However,


 the Russian spiritual mission and representatives 


from Moscow - remained silent. This - caused 


confusion - as people wondered where the 


Russian Church's stance was, and why
it did not condemn the destruction
of the church and hospital.


 


Appeals to the Russian Church and lack of response


 


Official appeals were made. Letters were sent to the Russian 


Spiritual Mission in Jerusalem, to the Patriarchate --- and to 


Moscow, including through Sergey Vadimovich Stepashin. 


However, there was no response.


 


Local residents, who remember how Russia helped Orthodox 


Christians and Muslims - by building schools, hospitals, and 


supporting communities, are now asking a direct question: 


why is the church silent?


 


There is no answer. Some believe that the reason is fear of Israel, 


while others believe it is a matter of politics. However, the fact 


remains that the Russian Orthodox Church has not stood up 


for the Orthodox Christians..... causing significant 


disappointment among the faithful.


 


 
Such searching questions!

What do you think?




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 Amid Israel’s daily truce violations, 

Hezbollah...... quietly rebuilds 

with renewed strength

November 22nd, 11:56am

 by Mohammad Molaei

 

In the rugged frontier of southern Lebanon, where the Hezbollah 

resistance movement continues to stand up defiantly against 

the Zionist regime's relentless and unyielding aggression, 

the so-called “ceasefire agreement” brokered by the US

 on November 27, 2024 --- has devolved into nothing 

short of a tragic farce, riddled with unchecked 

violations, calculated provocations, and 

intricate strategic maneuvering... 

by all the parties involved.

 

This tenuous truce, which was apparently engineered to stem 

the tide of escalation in the wake of the regime's barbaric 

and indiscriminate 2024 offensive --- that razed vast 

swaths of Lebanese infrastructure and claimed 

thousands of innocent lives --- has, instead, 

morphed into a convenient smokescreen

 for Israel's persistent and 

brazen incursions.

 

Such actions not only lay bare the utterly hollow and unenforceable 

commitments enshrined in the United Nations Security Council 

Resolution 1701 adopted in 2006 to end that year's Zionist 

invasion but also highlight --- the glaring impotence of 

international oversight mechanisms -- including the 

United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), 

which has been reduced to a mere spectator

 amid the regime's flagrant disregard for

 international law.

 

As of mid-November 2025, UNIFIL reports ----- have documented an 

alarming tally of over 5,000 Israeli breaches of the ceasefire, 

encompassing a wide array of transgressions such as 

unauthorized aerial overflights by reconnaissance 

drones, ground incursions by armoured patrols, 

and even maritime violations - involving naval 

vessels probing Lebanese territorial waters.

 

These systematic acts of terrorism, repeatedly condemned by UN 

human rights experts, the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF), and 

regional bodies like the Arab League, have resulted in the 

tragic loss of more than 300 Lebanese lives, including 

at least 111 civilians among them women, children, 

and the elderly while forcibly displacing upwards 

of 80,000 residents from their border villages, 

turning thriving communities into ghost 

towns, and exacerbating an already 

dire humanitarian crisis marked

 by shortages ------- of food, 

medicine, and shelter.

 

These violations underscore the Zionist entity's profound disdain 

for Lebanese sovereignty, its calculated strategy to perpetuate 

a precarious "no war, no peace" limbo that keeps the region 

on edge, and its insidious intent to erode the morale and 

capabilities of the resistance, all this, while the Axis of 

Resistance - led by Hezbollah - fortifies its positions 

with unyielding resolve and strategic foresight, 

drawing on the unbreakable bonds of 

solidarity within the Ummah.

 

The historical backdrop to this ongoing charade traces back to the 

brutal 2024 Zionist assault on Lebanon, which saw the regime 

deploy overwhelming firepower in a failed attempt to 

dismantle Hezbollah's infrastructure, only to be 

met with heroic resistance that inflicted 

heavy losses on Israeli forces and 

exposed the vulnerabilities of 

their vaunted military.

 

The November 2024 ceasefire, imposed under US pressure amid 

growing international outcry over the regime's war crimes in 

Gaza and Lebanon, was meant to establish a buffer zone, 

facilitate the return of displaced populations, and pave 

the way for diplomatic negotiations.

 

However, from the outset, the agreement has been undermined 

by Israel's refusal to fully withdraw its troops from occupied 

positions along the Blue Line, the UN-demarcated border 

and its persistent demands for Hezbollah's unilateral 

disarmament south of the Litani River, demands 

that ignore... the regime's arsenal of nuclear 

weapons and advanced military hardware 

subsidized by billions in US aid.

 

This duplicity is further compounded by Washington's complicit role,

 providing diplomatic cover and intelligence support to Tel Aviv 

while feigning impartiality in mediation efforts, a pattern 

reminiscent of past US-backed Zionist aggressions

 in the region.

 

The regime's renewed onslaught, cloaked under the deceptive 

pretexts of "preemptive security measures" and "counter-

terrorism operations," has materialized in a sustained 

barrage of kinetic operations - that utterly belie any 

genuine pretense of de-escalation, or adherence 

to the truce terms.

 

Since the ceasefire's fragile inception nearly a year ago, Israeli 

forces have brazenly executed over 500 precision airstrikes, 

launched over 330 heavy artillery salvos - from positions 

along the occupied Golan Heights and Metula salient - 

and has carried out at least 260 targeted demolitions 

using bulldozers and explosive charges, deliberately
focusing on civilian infrastructure - such as roads, 

bridges, water reservoirs ---- and the agricultural
heartlands sustaining Lebanon's rural economy.

 

These attacks have not only crippled local livelihoods, destroying 

olive groves and vineyards that account for a significant portion 

of southern Lebanon's GDP, but have also inflicted widespread 

environmental damage - through the use of white phosphorus 

munitions, which UN investigators have flagged as potential 

war crimes --------- due to their indiscriminate effects on 

civilian populations.

 

Among the most notable and egregious escalations are the savage 

raids conducted on November 6, 2025, in the villages of Tayr 

Debba and Kfar Dounine, where squadrons of F-16I Sufa 

multirole fighters, armed with US-supplied GBU-39 

Small Diameter Bombs (SDBs) featuring GPS/INS 

guidance for pinpoint accuracy, unleashed 

devastating payloads ---- on residential 

compounds and community centres - 

resulting in the martyrdom of seven

civilians, including two children, 

and wounding 15 others -- as 

meticulously logged by the 

Lebanese Health Ministry 

and corroborated by eye-

witness accounts from 

Red Crescent teams.

 

These strikes, vectored from Israel's Ramat David Airbase in the 

Jezreel Valley and augmented by persistent orbits of Hermes 

450 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) providing real-time 

intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), 

exploit critical gaps in Lebanon's nascent integrated

 air defense system, employing low-altitude ingress 

tactics at under 500 feet to bypass LAF radar 

envelopes operated by Thales Ground 

Master 200 systems.

 

Furthermore, UNIFIL's interim reports, issued on October 30, 2025, 

and presented to the UN Security Council, decry these incursions 

as "blatant and systematic violations" of Resolution 1701, which 

explicitly mandates the establishment of a weapons-free zone 

south of the Litani River, the complete withdrawal of Israeli 

forces to the Blue Line, and the deployment of LAF troops 

to maintain stability.

 

Yet, undeterred by such condemnations, the regime has escalated 

its entrenchment -- through the construction of massive concrete 

barriers and observation posts, encroaching deep into Lebanese 

territory confirmed by UNIFIL patrols by the village of Adaisseh, 

where satellite imagery from October 2025 ------ reveals over
2 kilometres of unauthorized fortifications - erected under
the protective cover ..of Merkava IV main battle tanks
equipped with Trophy active protection systems
-------- to counter anti-tank threats.

 

This insidious pattern of attrition warfare ------ rooted in the Zionist 

military's effects-based operations (EBO) doctrine that prioritizes 

psychological demoralization and infrastructure denial over 

territorial gains, aims not at outright conquest but at 

systematically eroding... Hezbollah's operational 

depth and logistical networks, although it has 

spectacularly failed to deter the resistance's 

steadfast and unshakeable presence in key 

villages like Khiam, Marjayoun, and Bint 

Jbeil, where local communities rally in 

support of the resistance fighters.

 

Amid this unrelenting Zionist campaign, Hezbollah's reconstitution

 efforts stand as a shining exemplar of the indomitable spirit and 

tactical ingenuity of the Islamic Resistance in Lebanon, deftly 

navigating the labyrinth of Western-imposed sanctions, 

intensified surveillance, and collaborative blockades 

to rebuild its formidable arsenal and subterranean 

fortifications ----- with remarkable efficiency.

 

Defying the regime's aerial supremacy bolstered by F-35I Adir 

stealth fighters conducting daily sorties and the US backed 

checkpoints manned by LAF units under pressure from 

Washington, Hezbollah has masterfully smuggled 

hundreds of precision-guided rockets and 

munitions from Syrian stockpiles since 

June 2025 --- leveraging a network of 

covert overland routes - through the 

strategically vital Qusayr corridor.. 

along the Syrian-Lebanese border 

....a lifeline that has withstood 

repeated Israeli attempts 

at interdiction.

 

Intercepted shipments, which were thwarted by Syrian Arab Army 

forces during a raid in October 2025 near Hermel, revealed an 

array of sophisticated weaponry --- including Russian-made 

Kornet-EM anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs), with a 9km 

engagement range and tandem warheads --- capable of 

penetrating up to 1,200mm of reactive armour -- 82mm 

mortar shells for indirect fire support, in rough terrain, 

DShK 12.7mm heavy machine guns for anti-personnel 

and light vehicle suppression, and 107mm Katyusha

-type rockets adapted for urban warfare -- munitions 

with manufacturing dates from 2015, likely sourced 

from pre-Assad era depots or freshly replenished 

Iranian caches ------- stored in secure facilities 

near Damascus.

 

These clandestine transfers, meticulously done by Hezbollah's elite 

Unit 4400 logistics arm—specializing in supply chain management 

and evasion tactics—bypass advanced detection methods along

 an intricate web of underground tunnels, such as the 3km-long 

Marah al-Zaqba conduit that was partially destroyed by Israeli 

Elbit Hermes 900 drones during a targeted strike on February 

9, 2025, yet which had previously facilitated the movement 

of van-sized payloads containing ammunition crates and 

electronic components.... before its compromise.

 

The elite Radwan Force ----------- Hezbollah's rapid intervention unit 

renowned for its commando operations and undeterred by heavy 

losses sustained in 2024, has re-established a series of fortified 

positions south of the Litani River, integrating Iranian-supplied 

electronic warfare (EW) jammers like the Russian Krasukha-4 

systems to spoof and disrupt Zionist drone signals across L 

band frequencies, alongside layered air defense networks 

featuring SA-22 Pantsir-S1 mobile SAM batteries for low-

observable intercepts, against cruise missiles & UAVs.

 

This remarkable resilience is further bolstered by nationwide 

military drills conducted in September 2025 --- simulating 

asymmetric responses to invasion scenarios, including

 urban guerrilla tactics, mine laying operations in olive 

orchards, and cyber countermeasures, to jam Israeli 

command links: exercises that involved over 10,000 

resistance fighters and underscored Hezbollah's 

enduring strategic depth --- maintaining an 

estimated missile inventory of 15,000-

20,000 warheads ------ despite the 

suffocating grip of sanctions 

and blockades.

 

As the vanguard against Zionist expansionism, Hezbollah's efforts

 not only preserve Lebanon's territorial integrity but also inspire 

the broader Axis of Resistance, from Gaza to Yemen, in their 

collective struggle against imperialist domination.

 

At the epicenter of this reconstitution process stands the Islamic 

Republic of Iran, whose unwavering and principled support 

serves to fortify Hezbollah as the unassailable and heroic 

shield of the Islamic Ummah ------ against Zionist and 

Western encroachments.

 

Firmly rejecting the regime's arrogant ultimatums for Hezbollah's 

disarmament as nothing more than insidious and treacherous 

plots designed to dismantle the Axis of Resistance and pave

 the way for unchallenged Zionist hegemony in the region, 

Tehran has steadfastly stood by Hezbollah.

 

Iranian support not only replenishes Hezbollah's depleted stocks, 

replacing losses from the 2024 war, but also reinforces the 

profound doctrinal synergy within the Axis of Resistance, 

positioning Hezbollah -- as a critical component of the 

Axis of Resistance against imperialist adventurism.

 

Tehran's resolute stance, eloquently articulated in the directives 

of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali 

Khamenei during his addresses to IRGC commanders in 

October 2025, frames these supportive efforts ---- as a 

sacred and divine duty to counter Zionist hegemony, 

deter further incursions, and foster unity among 

Muslim nations.

 

The perilous trajectory of this ceasefire charade portends a highly 

precarious brinkmanship scenario, where hollow US threats of 

authorizing "major Zionist campaigns" .....should Hezbollah's 

disarmament falter by the end of November 2025... echoing 

the bellicose warnings from US envoy Tom Barrack during 

shuttle diplomacy in Beirut ----- resound like mere empty 

posturing in the face of the resistance's unyielding 

fortitude and operational readiness.

 

With Hezbollah's ongoing rearming initiatives guaranteeing a 

multi-layered defense architecture.. any escalation by the 

regime north of the Litani River --- would inevitably invite 

devastating attrition warfare: elite Radwan commandos 

executing lightning-fast hit-and-run ambushes with 

ALMAS  launchers -- in densely populated urban 

chokepoints, coupled with coordinated salvos 

of Burkan short-range rockets ----- featuring 

500kg high-explosive warheads designed 

to saturate and overwhelm Israel's Iron 

Dome interceptor batteries.

 

Mohammad Molaei is a Tehran-

based military affairs analyst.

 

(The views expressed in this article ---- do 

not necessarily reflect those of Press TV)

 

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As US beats ‘psychological’ war drums, 

Venezuela projects calm defiance 

and unity

November 8th, 12:23pm

 by Alejandro Kirk

(source: PressTV)

 

Does anyone in Venezuela truly believe.. that a US 

military invasion against the country is imminent?

 

This question pops up - as soon as you step onto the streets 

of Caracas these days. Venezuelans seem focused on their 

daily lives and are already enjoying the Christmas season, 

which officially kicked off in October ------- in the Latin 

American country.

 

There are no frantic food and water shopping sprees, no crowds 

rushing to leave the city for safer places, or mass departures 

from the country.

 

Strolling along the popular and bustling Sabana Grande 

boulevard, I casually asked people: “What about the 

invasion?” “What invasion?” was the common 

answer, or simply laughter.

 

Some, however, respond with a smile, quietly whispering, 

“Next week, Maduro is out.” Week after week, the 

phrase lingers ......but never arrives.

 

This atmosphere of normalcy is evident --- in the 

steady flow of public events across the capital.

 

For example, the Venezuelan baseball league kicked off 

on October 29th, drawing around 35,000 fans to the 

inaugural game between longtime rivals, the 

Caracas Lions and Magallanes.

 

In the affluent Chacao district, thousands celebrated late 

into Saturday... at street parties organized by the 

opposition-run municipality. Meanwhile, the 

annual Caracas Book Fair is underway 

in a public park, running from 

October 31st, through to

November the 10th.

 

"The psychological warfare - failed. While they invent crises, 

the people live, work, and enjoy themselves in peace. No 

amount of manipulation can overcome the reality of a 

country on the move," said Diosdado Cabello, Vice 

President of the ruling United Socialist Party and 

Interior Minister, at a recent press conference. 

"Nothing will stop us," he stressed.

 

The public calm on the streets sharply contrasts with the 

intense military buildup near Venezuela’s shores. Since 

August, the US has deployed the most formidable 

force seen in the Caribbean, since the
1962 Cuban Missile Crisis.

 

Washington claims that this targets narcotrafficking, 

pointing to the drone and missile strikes that have 

destroyed 16 small boats and killed at least 64 

people, mostly in the Southern Caribbean, 

but also along the Pacific coast.

 

US War Secretary Peter Hegseth claimed.. they were drug 

smugglers, yet offered no evidence to back up his claims. 


After a long hesitation, the UN High Commission for 

Human Rights - finally denounced those killings - 

as extrajudicial executions.

 

In Venezuelan private and government circles, speculation runs 

high about the true US intentions. Most conclude that after 

such a massive show of force, Donald Trump - may feel 

compelled to take even more drastic and potentially 

worse actions than just murdering unarmed and 

poor fishermen.

 

The question then becomes: what can this colossal force 

realistically achieve ---- and to what - practical - end? 

Everyone knows the strategic goal – Venezuela’s 

vast oil reserves, and its abundant natural 

resources, including gold, rare earths, 

and water.

 

“There is no clearer element in international relations, than

 the United States' capture of Venezuelan oil,” says Miguel 

Jaimes, a Mexican expert in oil and gas geopolitics.

 

For former US military officer and geopolitical analyst Scott Ritter, 

a full-scale invasion is inevitable, due to the need for a "Fortress 

America" to fend off the new world order now in the making.

 

The socialist-oriented Bolivarian government of Nicolás Maduro 

stands as the main obstacle to that goal. The anti-imperialist 

revolution launched by the late Hugo Chávez, elected 

president in 1999, has faced US hostility.... 

from day one.

 

Tensions escalated sharply in 2015 when then - President Barack 

Obama labeled Venezuela an “extraordinary threat” to the US, 

initiating the first wave of sanctions — now numbering in 

the hundreds.

 

By making the economy scream, blocking oil exports and financial 

flows, plus sabotaging essential imports such as parts, medicines 

or food, US strategists calculated, or miscalculated, that Maduro 

(Chavez's successor) would easily fall by popular discontent.

 

Massive financial resources were funneled to support internal 

dissent, encouraging sabotage, civil disobedience, armed 

uprisings, foreign intervention, and military coups.

 

Yet to the imperial powers’ disappointment, the Bolivarian 

Revolution remains deeply rooted in the Venezuelan 

collective spirit, especially among the poor, who 

bear the brunt of sanctions and aggression. 


Continuous organizational and political 

efforts by the ruling socialist coalition 

have kept the core of the population 

mobilized --- and vigilant.

 

On the other hand, Venezuela's political and economic 

strategists proved to be smarter than the enemy 

..expected. After defeating a military coup in 

2002 (against Chávez), crippling sabotage 

of the oil industry in 2003, a revocatory 

referendum in 2004, uprisings in 2014, 

2017 and 2019, (including the self-

styled alternative "presidency", 

of Juan Guaidó and an attempt 

at an invasion from Colombia), 

the revolution... successfully 

steadied both the economy 

and the political system, 

integrating most of the 

opposition - into the 

lawful structure.

 

As in the case of Iran, the foreign economic aggression 

helped the Venezuelans to redefine (and refine) their 

development model ....and the country's military
and foreign policy doctrines.

 

Traditionally, before the US economic and financial blockade, 

Venezuela imported at least 70% of its food with its oil 

revenues, neglecting domestic agriculture: 

purchasing food abroad, was easier 

and cheaper.

 

To avoid famine --- the government centralized food imports and 

organized the CLAP (Local Supply and Production Committees) 

system, based on the socialist-oriented Communal Councils of 

self-government.

 

The "CLAP bag" - ensured a subsistence-level of staples and 

proteins to almost every family - initially with produce from 

other countries, while simultaneously promoting domestic 

agriculture by securing state purchases of produce... at 

market prices.

 

Thanks to these policies, along with technological and financial 

incentives, the trend has reversed since 2019, and Venezuela 

is now self-reliant in about 90% of its food needs. Food self-

sufficiency ----- is one of the key elements in any war.

 

Controversial but effective monetary policies that allowed 

a partial dollarization of internal trade - helped control 

hyperinflation, as did flexible customs barriers.

 

As a result, imported goods filled shelves, and new shops and 

supermarkets flourished. Though prices skyrocketed and 

inequalities resurged, the atmosphere changed 

dramatically, capital returned ...and growth.

 

This, together with drastic police strategies, brought calm to

 a city that was becoming notorious for its high crime rates. 

Emigration numbers also diminished and the trend of 

returnees .....soared.

 

This economic resilience is only one part of the Latin American 

country's preparedness for the eventuality of a direct attack. 

The other, is a deeply reformed military doctrine

 

Facing the direct threat of aggression, Hugo Chávez - himself... an 

army officer - deeply changed both the country's military doctrine 

and its ordnance base, through contracts with Russia, China and 

Iran. Military academies replaced the US-molded old national 

security and counterinsurgency scheme with a "war-of-the-

people" against foreign foes, doctrine.

 

An army general in the border zone proudly told me in 2019: 

"Before Chávez, we were a dump for outdated US military 

equipment, our guns pointing at our own people. We are 

now a modern army, equipped with the best weaponry 

available ---- and we rely on the people for defending 

our country".

 

Millions have enrolled since 2008-2009 in the People's Bolivarian 

Militias, trained by the regular army. A government official 

explained that "milicianos" are being trained as snipers, 

and in guerrilla warfare and intelligence, which has 

apparently shown results ------- in the capture by 

commoners of several sea and land infiltrated 

mercenaries..... over the last decade.

 

Venezuela's top military leader --- the Minister of Defense, General
Vladimir Padrino López, has warned that a foreign incursion will 

meet a well-trained and well-equipped staggered defense all 

over the nearly one-million square kilometres of territory, 

abundant in jungles, mountains and "balls" - among its 

some 30-million-strong population ---- as commander 

Chávez once proclaimed.

 

Since August, military drills and air-defense exercises have 

been made public, in addition to operations to disperse 

ordnance and troops..... to unknown locations.

 

Likewise, Interior Minister Cabello has warned --- that those 

supporting a foreign invasion will be treated as traitors to 

the motherland, aiming mainly at María Machado, the 

extreme-right leader who has, over the years, 

repeatedly called for the overthrow of 

Maduro via a military intervention, 

a coup ---- or a civil war.

 

Machado, a fierce supporter of the Israeli regime and who was 

awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace prize, recently renewed her 

calls for a US invasion, which she termed as "liberation" 

from drug dealers and Russian, Chinese, Iranian, 

Hamas and Hezbollah agents.

 

She has also promised to give a free hand to US companies 

to take over Venezuela's natural resources, in the case 

that she is installed as the ruler.

 

Machado, who is believed to be hiding in the now-empty 

premises of the US embassy compound in Caracas, is 

the only West-backed opposition figure in Venezuela 

to be supporting the aggression.

 

The Bolivarian leadership has stood calm and united in front 

of the menace, which is seen to be - so far - a psychological 

operation aimed at generating public panic and fractures, 

to destabilize the country and facilitate the possible 

killing or capture of Maduro and his close circle.

 

They know well - that divisions and social destabilization have 

been the key factors in previous successful US interventions, 

such as those of Grenada in 1983 and Panama in 1989.

 

Internationally, many Latin American countries have been soft 

on this very sensitive matter, given the tragic history of CIA-

directed coups and interventions, under pressure & afraid 

of enraging Trump. Colombia's president, Gustavo Petro, 

was swiftly blacklisted and labeled a drug dealer 

after he denounced the murder of fishermen 

in the Caribbean at the UN.

 

The story is different in the Caribbean ------- where the entire 

community of island states, except for Trinidad & Tobago,

 has rejected a repeat of Grenada in 1983, when six of 

them supported the US invasion.

 

Also different is the scenario resulting from strategic alliances 

that Venezuela has been forging with Russia, China and Iran.

 

In 2019, Iran organized a daring sea-convoy operation, to 

bring gasoline and parts for a Venezuelan refinery at an

 extremely critical time.

 

Last week, Russian president Vladimir Putin solemnly put into 

effect a bilateral strategic pact, which includes a mutual 

military assistance clause, and Russian media outlets 

have claimed that it was Russian advisors who 

uncovered a CIA false-flag operation from 

Trinidad last week. China on its part, 

has publicly rejected the US's 

bullying in the region.

 

A prolonged conflict between Venezuela and the US, analysts concur, 

might become a quagmire --- and spark instability and chaos in the 

entire sub-region, especially the borders with Colombia, with an 
historical track record of guerrillas and right-wing paramilitary
activities, and Brazil, the where Venezuelan authorities have
been able to leash the bands of illegal gold seekers
------ who once controlled the border.

 

In order to occupy a vast and complex country, there must be a 

number of factors, besides overwhelming air power, and most 

of them are not there, hence.... the apparent hesitation.

 

A former Venezuelan diplomat once told me - that it is high time 

for President Maduro to take good care of himself. Despite this, 

Maduro has not slowed down his agenda, frequently attending 

public events and maintaining close contact with the people. 

He understands that his physical presence instills a sense 

of calm and confidence among the populace.

 

The military, just in case, has publicly warned -- that no matter 

what happens, they won't allow "a bunch of fascist oligarchs" 

to reign over the country ......under a foreign occupation.

 

This story thus  .... has an open end.

 

Alejandro Kirk is a Venezuelan-Chilean journalist 

and a senior correspondent for Hispan TV.

 

(The views expressed in this article ---- do 

not necessarily reflect those of Press TV)

 

 

At Rhondda Records ------ we all say:

''Long live progressive Venezuela!''

What do you say?

 

 

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The UN must return to its 

beginnings - and reform

by Luis Beatón, Chief
El Salvador correspondent 

and former correspondent
at the United Nations

November 6th, 12:16am 

(source: Prensa Latina) 

 

This time I skipped the United Nations General Assembly, it 

seemed useless this year, but you can always watch last 

year's speech if you want to waste time like I did, wrote

 the president of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, in English 

on his X account.

 

“Useless” and “wasting time” were words that the
Salvadoran president used... to highlight the
reason for his absence in September from
the conclave that was once considered 

a mecca of world diplomacy... where
the States - to a certain extent
...understood each other.

 

In the 1980s, the crisis of the multilateral system was incipient, 

although the United States and other powers were already 

shielding their national and international interests with 

justifications ....that were not convincing.

 

Since that time, Washington and its international allies - have 

hindered the implementation of Security Council resolutions, 

for example 435, to erase from the face of the earth the 

opprobrious apartheid regime in South Africa, and 

Israel's aggressive policy - prevented the 

implementation of agreements for the 

creation of a Palestinian State. The 

American veto --- was permanent.

 

In those difficult times for the world, when the American extreme 

right was gaining space - even the alternate ambassador who 

accompanied Jeane Kirkpatrick at the UN, Douglas J. Feith

- invited the organization to change its headquarters.

 

Much of the blame must be sought in Washington, 

where unilateralism is promoted, to oppress and 

impose policies on the poorest nations.

 

Recently Carl Bildt, former Prime Minister and former Foreign 

Minister of Sweden, addressed the issue and said that:  “to 

survive, the United Nations must leave the United States”.

 

Like 40 years ago when we witnessed at the organization's 

headquarters the direction the world was taking, and that 

the General Assembly - was an occasion to take stock of 

the situation in the world, now, on the 80th anniversary, 

it was not the same.

 

According to Bildt, from any point of view the situation at the UN 

is serious. Its Security Council, in which China, Russia and the 

United States each exercise their right of veto, is mired in 

permanent confrontation over one issue or another, 

which prevents the rest of the organization from 

advancing ---- in almost anything.

 

An overwhelming majority of member nations support the solution 

to the Middle East crisis, where the Palestinian problem is the 

Gordian knot, ideas that have dragged on for decades, and 

that are not fulfilled - due to American complicity with the 

Zionist regime. Likewise, what can be thought ---- when 

the General Assembly demands, for example, the 

cessation of the criminal economic blockade 

- political and financial - that Washington 

has implemented against Cuba.... to 

destroy that country.... and the 

White House turns its face 

--------- and toughens it.

 

Crises demanding UN intervention abound around the world, 

from Gaza and Sudan to the Democratic Republic of the 

Congo, Haiti, Myanmar and Afghanistan, to name

 just a few.

 

However, Bildt, like other analysts, estimate that the great 

powers are obsessed with their mutual confrontations 

and with the Trump administration withdrawing not 

only its active support, but also its financing, 

which makes the outlook for the UN......

 look bleak.

 

Does the UN have a future? Although the demand for its services 

is as great as ever, its ability to respond to it --- has been clearly 

diminished. There is no way for it to survive, without reducing 

its ambitions and capabilities; How exactly it does it, will be 

a central question in the coming years, Bildt said.

 

Moving the headquarters outside the United States, would be a 

logical step, not only because of the withdrawal of US funding 

and the need to save costs, but also because of Washington's 

refusal to grant visas to those attending UN meetings, as it 

did this year... with Palestinian leaders.

 

In the Swedish politician's opinion, a UN that is no longer based 

in New York would be different in many ways. But moving, may 

also be -------- the only way for it to survive.

 

Dag Hammarskjöld, who was Secretary General of the UN (1953-

1961), said in a famous phrase that the organization was not 

created to bring us heaven, but to save us from hell. That 

task remains as important as ever. But for things to 

remain the same, everything must change, 

Bildt cited.

 

It is clear that the UN must return to its beginnings and reform 

itself in accordance with the needs of a world that opposes 

speeches like that of President Donald Trump against 

efforts to mitigate the effects of climate change.

 

According to Omar Salinas, energy engineer and public 

policy analyst, the UN was born with the aspiration 

of being a universal space for meeting, debate 

and representation.

 

However, with the passage of time that vocation became 

denatured until the General Assembly was reduced to a 

solemn ritual, more useful as a media showcase, than 

as a real instrument of global consultation.

 

The image projected by this forum of world diplomacy is no 

longer that of the plurality of voices, but that of a club that 

reserves the right of admission and that distributes the 

global agenda...... according to particular interests.

 

According to Salinas, history shows that when institutions 

stop representing them, people....... look for other paths.

 

If the UN does not change, does not move its headquarters, 

it will hardly be able to sustain the legitimacy that the 

illusion of universality once granted it, as protector 

of international law and peace.

 

In Salinas' opinion, expressed in a comment recently published 

by the newspaper El Salvador, what is at stake is not only the 

reputation of a diplomatic forum --- but the credibility of
the international system as a whole.

 

 

Couldn't agree more - what do you think?

 

 

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"There will be --- no alliance." A US supporter 

won in a country that is friendly to Russia. 

What does this mean for Moscow?

by Maxim Gabrielyan (Leading 

Editor of the "World" Dept)

October 20th, 5:16pm

(Lenta.ru)

 

The victory of candidate Rodrigo Paz, in the presidential election in 

Bolivia - creates “maximum risks” for the Russian presence in the 

country as the new head of state wants to review the contracts 

signed with Moscow. This was stated by Viktor Kheifets, 

Professor of the Department of Theory and History of 

International Relations at St. Petersburg State 

University and Editor-in-Chief of the Latin 

America magazine, in an interview 

with Lenta.ru.

 

On October 19th, the second round of the presidential election was 

held in Bolivia. In the final round, Senator Rodrigo Paz, the son of

the former President Jaime Paz, and right-wing populist Jorge 

Quiroga, were competing for the presidency.

 

Both politicians --- have no ties to the country's ruling left-wing 

Movement Towards Socialism (MAS) party, which has been in 

power since 2005 and has taken an anti-US stance and 

actively collaborated with Russia and China. Both 

candidates have also announced plans to

 review contracts with Moscow 

and Beijing.

 

It is noteworthy that one of the first to congratulate Paz was 

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is known for his 

pressure on the Latin American left. He also expressed 

hope that Bolivia would fully restore its contacts 

with Washington.

 

What Russian projects in Bolivia are threatened by Paz's victory?

In particular, Heifetz recalled that Russia and Bolivia have an 

important agreement on lithium, which is relatively cheap to 

extract in the Latin American country. This metal is of 

geopolitical importance, as it is used in the 

production of batteries.

 

In 2023, Rosatom's subsidiary Uranium One Group signed 

an agreement with the Bolivian state-owned company, 

Yacimientos de Litio Bolivianos.. to create a complex 

for the development of this metal worth $600 million.

 

The risks for Russia --- are high, if not maximum. Our agreement 

was weak to begin with, and its specifics were only expected 

to be finalized after the elections when it would be clear who 

would win. At this point, the best option for us would be to 

simply remain there, at least formally.

 

In addition, Heifetz recalled that since 2023, Bolivia has been home

 to the Russian Nuclear Research and Technology Centre in El Alto, 

which is the highest in the world. He emphasized that the victory 

of the opposition forces.. poses risks of its closure.

 

"There is a misconception -- among the old Bolivian elites that 

this nuclear project was allegedly agreed upon with certain 

'corrupt elements' on the part of the Bolivian government. 

Therefore, the new authorities may reconsider this 

contract," Heifetz said.

 

However, the expert expressed hope that it could be 

preserved, as it brings great benefits to Bolivia.

 

How will the opposition's rise to power 

affect Russia's relations with Bolivia?

 

According to Kheifets, the opposition candidate's victory will 

make it impossible to maintain the trusting political dialogue

 that previously existed between Russia and Bolivia.

 

A political dialogue between Bolivia and Russia at the same 

level as it was during the Movement for Socialism will be 

absolutely impossible. At best, the country will take 

a neutral stance towards us.

 

"In the worst-case scenario, there will be a drift towards the 

United States. In general, there should be no alliance with 

Russia," the researcher concluded.

 

How could a change of government in Bolivia 

exacerbate the situation in the region?

 

In addition, the Latin American expert pointed out the risks 

of escalating the situation in the region. For many years, 

Bolivia ---- has actively supported the president of 

Venezuela Nicolas Maduro ----- who is facing 

military pressure from the administration 

of US President Donald Trump. The 

victory of Paz -- who does not 

consider the Venezuelan 

leader to be legitimate 

will only exacerbate

 the situation.

 

It should be noted that Paz does not consider Maduro to be a 

legitimate president. Therefore, he will clearly take the side 

of the United States on this issue. In general, his foreign 

policy program for bringing Bolivia back into the

 international arena ....involves normalizing 

relations with the West.

 

At the same time, Heifetz pointed out ------- that the new Bolivian 

authorities should not be expected to take the radical steps in 

support of the United States, which, for example, President 

of Argentina, Javier Milei, allows.

 

"Pas promised not to make any sudden moves, so let's see how 

well he can do it. It's unlikely that Bolivia will take the same 

stance as Javier Milei's Argentina. And as we can see, 

even with him.... it's possible to work together. 

However, the tilt towards the United States 

will still be noticeable," the professor 

concluded.

 

 

I blame the divisions caused when  Evo Morales
tried - like Putin - to extend his constitutionary
term limits ----- and was betrayed by Arce.

What do you think?




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Zelensky's Ukraine has turned into 

a concentration camp --- and 

is incapable of reaching 

peaceful agreements

September 22nd, 7am
(Source: Vesti.ru)

 

In the Ukrainian media, there was a discussion about the "difficult 

decisions" that Zelensky is allegedly preparing, as he said at a 

meeting with deputies of the Servant of the People faction on 

September 16. Some observers claimed that the allegedly 

illegitimate "saw the light" and was ready for 

negotiations, while others denied this ----- 

saying that the drugged Fuhrer stayed

in his previous positions.

 

However, all this chatter makes no practical sense, because 

Zelensky.... is incapable of making any decisions, either 

“hard” or “easy.” The political clown is firmly trapped 

in the reality he has created. And he has created 

this reality not by making any decisions, but 

by being unable to make any decisions 

or take any steps.

 

In 2019, Zelensky withdrew from the Minsk agreements, but he did 

not offer anything in their place. This marked the beginning of his 

general line: to do nothing and not accept anything for which he 

would have to take responsibility. The implementation of the 

Minsk agreements required Ukraine to make compromises 

and restore order within the country. If Ukraine had done 

this, it would have regained control of the Donbas, and

 there would have been no war. Ukraine would have 

remained a peaceful and democratic nation.

 

The failure to implement the Minsk agreements led to a worsening 

of relations with Russia, which inevitably escalated the conflict. 

However, Zelensky did not make any decisions regarding this, 

assuming... that everything would resolve itself. When the 

special military operation began, it came as a complete 

surprise to the drug-addicted leader, but it did not 

sober him.. or his entourage.

 

Russia offers negotiations, and they begin in Istanbul in the spring 

of 2022. A decision must be made, but Zelensky avoids making a 

choice. Boris Johnson, who was the British Prime Minister at the 

time, makes the choice for Ukraine. This choice -- is supported 

by US President Biden, and only then, does Zelensky join in.

 

For Biden, the decision to continue the war in Ukraine has 

resulted in a political defeat. Not only for him, but for his 

entire team. Johnson is also experiencing a decline in

 his political career.

 

Just recently, the illegitimate one was hysterical about the need 

for an immediate ceasefire, which was impossible without 

negotiations, and now he is saying that he does not 

accept this scenario and is demanding security 

guarantees from Western countries, as a 

condition for ending the war.

 

"We have a different story - than Korea. In Korea, the war ended 

without a final peace treaty. This is relevant to the discussion 

of security guarantees and why Ukraine needs them. It is 

possible that there will not be a final document to end

the war. Therefore, some people ----- such as French 

President Macron, argue that security guarantees 

should not wait for the end of the war. I agree 

with them, that a ceasefire is sufficient to 

provide security guarantees", says 

the illegitimate one.

 

In other words, he is proposing, firstly, to get away from any peace 

agreements and arrangements, which will save him from making 

any decisions and taking on any obligations, and secondly, to 

force the collective West to protect his regime forever. This 

is no longer the Biden scheme, where the collective West 

finances and the Ukrainians fight, but a new scheme 

where the collective West both finances the Kiev 

regime and officially supports it with its armed 

forces. Thus, the collective West is paying for 

both the Zelensky regime and maintenance 

of its armies to protect this regime.

 

How possible is such a scheme? After all, Trump left 

Biden's scheme by refusing to fund the Kiev regime.

 

"We don't spend money on this war. It is funded by NATO. NATO 

buys our equipment. I.... don't really want to make money from 

this war. But this happens because they buy our equipment,"

 the US president said.

 

It turns out that Zelensky is going against Trump's schemes,

 just as he did during the scandal in the Oval Office.

 

Throughout his political career -- the illegitimate one has been 

playing the same game, fueling expectations that he is about 

to make an important decision, only to backtrack on 

everything he has promised. 

 

Now, he is doing the same with Washington. Zelensky is 

demonstrating Kyiv's complete inability to negotiate 

peace, despite repeatedly promising the opposite 

to Trump. Similarly, he made similar promises to 

Merkel & Hollande in 2019, but failed to fulfill 

them or even intend to do so.

 

At the same time, Zelensky cannot make any peace --- even if he
wanted to. The country's economy is completely dependent on 

external investments, and external investments depend on 

the presence of war. Zelensky's Ukraine simply does not 

have another economy -- and there is no place to get it 

from. The economy that existed, has been destroyed 

by the war and the criminal regime's repressions.

 

Therefore, in the West, the country is not seen as peaceful at 

all, but rather as a testing ground for Western weapons. The 

Washington Post has published an article claiming that 

since Ukraine will not join NATO, it should be used as 

a testing ground for fighting Russia.

 

If this strategy works, the Ukrainian military industry could 

eventually help equip the U.S. and European armies... with 

advanced drones and other military technologies.... that 

are being developed in the midst of a war with Russia.

 

Such a publication is yet another piece of evidence that the 

collective West --- views the Ukrainian conflict as a money-

laundering scheme under the pretext of a war with Russia. 

By labeling Western weapons as Ukrainian firstly, profits 

can be hidden somewhere away from taxes and prying 

eyes. Secondly, weapons can be supplied to hotspots 

under the guise of Ukraine, such as Taiwan. Ukraine 

has already boasted of creating the underwater 

kamikaze drone "Toloka".

 

Recently, this drone was demonstrated in Lviv. It is claimed that

 it can travel up to 2,000 kilometres and carry up to 5 tons
of explosives. This raises several questions: Why would
Kyiv need a deep-sea drone if the war is taking place
in the air and on land? Why is it being displayed in
Lviv -- which is far from the sea but close to
Ukraine's western border?


Why is it being showcased if it is intended for use in this
conflict? This whole.... "submarine in the Ukrainian
steppes" comedy, raises concerns. It's intended
for China --- so they won't figure out who
really produced it.

 

Western investors, who bought Zelensky's Ukraine with offal, will 

never allow it to return to a peaceful path and become a stable 

state with a peaceful economy. As we know, whoever pays

for a girl ...gets to dance with her, and Zelensky has 

destroyed domestic capital under the slogan of 

"de-oligarchization." There is no money to 

build a peaceful Ukraine.

 

But there is no one to build a peaceful Ukraine, and there is no 

peace party in the country that could lead the country out of

the war. The peace party has been purposefully destroyed, 

repressed, killed, expelled from the country, slandered, 

and banned by law. Zelensky did not want peace; he 

was interested in personal power, and the easiest 

way to maintain power is through perpetual war.

 

The current Ukrainian so-called "elite" is completely incapable of 

living in peaceful conditions.. and building a modern state. They 

have completely forgotten how to live in the interest of others,
negotiate, and keep their promises. The country has suffered 

from catastrophic cultural and managerial degradation. The 

rights and freedoms of ordinary citizens, have been taken 

away through war.

 

All of this was done under the command of Western curators, who 

turned the country into a battering ram for Russia and a military 

training ground. Zelensky did not oppose this, but instead 

benefited from the triumphs and gains of the collective 

West, profiting from Western aid and the genocide of

 the Ukrainian people, whom he never considered

as his own.

 

Therefore, the illegitimate one is incapable of making any 

decisions, and the Ukrainian political elite is incapable 

of turning the country's policy.... towards peace and 

détente. They are skilled at creating expectations 

but lack the ability to fulfill them, leading to an 

endless cycle of war and casualties.

 

In order to survive, the Ukrainian people need to ignore Zelensky's 

and his gang's promises ------ as they will never be fulfilled. The 

Ukrainian elite has sold the people to the collective West as 

cannon fodder, and they have no intention of changing their 

course. Today, the West is not welcoming the Ukrainians, 

and they are being forced back into the war. The only 

option left is the one that the new six regions of 

Russia have chosen ----- using their right to 

self-determination. They --- have left the 

control of the criminal Ukrainian elite,

 expelled it from their territories and

 begun to build their lives.. as part
of the Russian Federation. 

 

This successful experience will surely spread to other 

regions of Ukraine, as it is the path to the salvation 

of the Ukrainian people.

 

Chairman of the Council of the 

Other Ukraine Movement, 

Viktor Medvedchuk

 

 

I feel love for this man, who was

tortured for months by the Kiev

regime after the US driven 

violent coup.

 

Maybe - he will be Ukraine's 

President - let's hope soon!

 

If not - what do you hope for..?

 

 

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Explainer: Why Iran rejects the
two-state solution for Palestine
& what a 1-state model entails

September 17th, 11:35am

by Ivan Kesic

(PressTV)

 

The UN General Assembly last week overwhelmingly endorsed

the so-called New York Declaration, pushed by Saudi Arabia 

and France, which calls for a two-state solution to the 

Palestinian issue.

 

The 142-10 vote saw the Israeli regime, the US, Hungary 

and Argentina voting against the resolution with 12 

notable abstentions, including Iran.

 

The event was boycotted by the US and the Israeli regime, with

 the vote occurring just a day after Israeli Prime Minister 

Benjamin Netanyahu publicly declared that 

there would be no Palestinian state.

 

Iran’s abstention is rooted in its long-standing advocacy for 

a single, democratic state in Palestine determined by a

 referendum of its original inhabitants.

 

Tehran's decision not to participate was not a passive act but

 a calculated and conscious political statement, explained in

 a formal letter to the UN Secretary-General, which outlined

 basic objections to the very premise of the declaration.

 

The Iranian mission to the UN emphasized that any practical 

solution must be based on the recognition of the inalienable 

right of the Palestinian people to self-determination and the 

rejection of forced displacement, principles it believes the 

New York Declaration fails to adequately address.

 

This vote once again highlighted the deep divisions within the 

international community regarding the path to a just and 

lasting peace in Palestine, pitting a widely supported 

diplomatic initiative against the principled, 

ideological opposition of key regional 

actors - like Iran.

 

Why did Iran abstain from UN vote the two-state solution?

 

Iran refrained from voting on the UN resolution endorsing the New 

York Declaration due to a profound and principled disagreement 

with its content and underlying issues, which Tehran views as 

fundamentally flawed and unjust.

 

The Islamic Republic has consistently stated that a lasting and 

genuine peace can only be achieved -- when the historical and 

inalienable rights of the Palestinian people are fully 

recognized, a condition it believes ------- the 

declaration ignored.

 

From Iran's perspective, the declaration distorted the realities 

on the ground by creating a false equivalence between the 

occupying regime and the occupied people, thereby 

absolving the Zionist entity of its primary 

responsibility for over eight decades of 

occupation, horrendous crimes, and 

the denial of fundamental rights to 

the people it has occupied.

 

Tehran argues that the statement deliberately overlooked the 

reality of the Zionist occupation and its continued presence 

in Palestinian territories as part of a broader colonial 

project that has been the main factor of instability

 in the region.

 

Furthermore, Iran contends that the authors of the statement 

have intentionally ignored the fact that the Israeli regime 

and the United States are themselves the greatest 

obstacles to the realization of the so-called two-

state solution, making the entire exercise...

 disingenuous.

 

The account of the events of October 7, 2023, is also deemed 

incomplete and misleading, as it isolates this date from the 

context of 80 years of occupation and settler-colonialism 

while ignoring the legitimate right of the Palestinian 

people to self-defense under international law.

 

Iran has also explicitly rejected the statement's call for the 

disarmament of Palestinian resistance groups, viewing it 

as a violation of the rights of an occupied nation --- that 

would leave Palestinians defenseless.

 

Finally, the exclusion of vital regional security issues, such as 

establishing a nuclear-weapon-free zone in West Asia, further 

convinced Tehran that the declaration was not a serious or 

comprehensive framework for peace, but rather, a 

mechanism that paves the way for the 

continuation of the crisis.

 

What is the two-state solution?

 

The so-called two-state solution is a proposed framework aimed 

at resolving the Palestinian issue by establishing two separate 

states within the historical boundaries of Mandatory Palestine, 

which experts argue seeks to carve out a place for Zionists 

on Palestinian land.

 

This model has been the dominant paradigm for international 

diplomatic efforts for decades and was the central objective 

endorsed by the recent UN General Assembly resolution.

 

The solution envisions a Palestinian state based on the 1967

 borders, with occupied East Jerusalem as its capital, and 

typically includes provisions for a negotiated land swap 

and a resolution to the Palestinian refugee issue.

 

The recent declaration supported by 142 nations framed this 

solution as the viable path to a peaceful resolution of the 

long-standing Palestinian issue.

 

However, from the perspective of Iran and some other countries, 

this solution has proven to be an unachievable promise over 

several decades, one that has only resulted in the

 increasing violation of Palestinian rights by 

the occupier.

 

They argue that it has served to deepen the injustices faced 

by the oppressed and occupied people by legitimizing the 

existence of a Zionist regime built on occupied land 

without addressing the root causes of the issue.

 

It also brings into question... the continuous expansion of illegal 

Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, which fragment

 the envisioned Palestinian territory, and the political reality 

within the Zionist entity, where leaders frequently reject

 the concept outright, as evidence that the two-state 

solution is no longer a viable or just outcome,

instead functioning as a diplomatic cover

--- for the entrenchment of a permanent 

system of apartheid and occupation.

 

What is the one-state solution?

 

The one-state solution is a proposed alternative model for 

resolving the protracted logjam that involves the creation 

of a single, democratic Palestinian state encompassing 

all of the land between the Mediterranean Sea and 

the Jordan River.

 

This single state would be home to all its current inhabitants

— Palestinian Muslims and Christians, Israeli Jews... and 

other residents — on an equal basis, granting everyone 

equal rights and citizenship ....regardless of ethnicity 

or religion.

 

The core mechanism for establishing this state, as championed by 

the Islamic Republic of Iran, is the holding of a free, democratic, 

and inclusive national referendum among all the original 

inhabitants of Palestine, which includes Muslims, 

Christians, and Jews who lived there before

 the establishment of the Zionist entity.

 

This process would necessitate the right of return for all 

displaced Palestinian refugees to their ancestral 

homeland ---- so they can participate in 

determining their political future.

 

Advocates, including the Islamic Republic, argue that this is 

the only truly democratic solution that can bring genuine 

and lasting peace to the land, as it directly confronts 

and dismantles the structures of apartheid and 

ethnic discrimination ----- inherent in the 

current set-up.

 

They draw a parallel to the overthrow of the apartheid regime

 in South Africa, suggesting that a similar transformation is 

possible in Palestine through sustained resistance and

 international pressure.

 

The envisioned state would be a pluralistic democracy where the 

will of the majority ---- expressed through continuous democratic 

processes, would determine the government and laws, thereby 

ending the Jewish character of the Zionist entity & replacing 

it with a state that guarantees full equality and rights for all 

its citizens.

 

What is Iran's position on the Palestinian issue?

 

Iran's position on the Palestinian issue is absolute and principled, 

rooted in the belief that the Zionist project in Palestine is an 

illegitimate colonial enterprise that must be confronted 

and ultimately reversed.

 

The official stance of the Islamic Republic is one of non-recognition

 of the Zionist entity and unwavering political and moral support

 for the Palestinian resistance against the occupying regime.

 

Tehran's ultimate strategic goal is the liberation of all of Palestine, 

from the river to the sea, not merely the freedom of a part of it 

and the status quo in other occupied territories.

 

Iran rejects any plan that seeks to partition Palestine, including 

the two-state solution, which it views as a capitulation to 

Zionist demands that tramples on the rights of the 

Palestinian people, and ignores the historical 

rights of refugees.

 

Instead ----- Iran has formally proposed a four-stage democratic 

solution to the United Nations, which involves the return of all 

Palestinian refugees to their homeland, the holding of a 

national referendum --- with the participation of all the

original inhabitants of Palestine (Muslims, Christians, 

and Jews), the establishment of a political system 

based on the outcome of that referendum... and 

subsequent decisions by that elected system 

regarding other current residents.

 

The Islamic Republic maintains that the Palestinian people have 

an inalienable right to self-defense and to resist occupation as 

recognized under international law, and it provides support to

 a wide array of resistance groups across the region, based 

on their opposition to occupation ------ rather than their 

sectarian identity.

 

It has consistently called for an immediate and unconditional 

ceasefire in Gaza, unhindered humanitarian access, and 

reconstruction, but firmly believes that a lasting peace 

will remain impossible until the occupation is entirely 

ended and the rights of the Palestinian people are 

fully restored --- through a democratic inclusive 

process --- that reflects their genuine will.

 

What was Imam Khomeini's position?

 

Founder of the Islamic Revolution, Imam Khomeini’s stance 

on Palestine was not a peripheral concern but a central, 

defining pillar of his revolutionary ideology and a core 

religious obligation from the very inception of his 

political movement against the West-backed 

Pahlavi regime.

 

His profound engagement with the issue -- was first catapulted into 

public discourse during his historic Ashura sermon in 1963, where 

he explicitly condemned the Pahlavi regime’s ties with the Israeli 

regime and framed the Zionist project as a catastrophic tragedy

 designed to usurp Palestinian land ------- and destroy the very 

foundations of Islam, the Qur’an, and Islamic scholarship.

 

This public declaration - was preceded by written warnings, such as 

his March 1963 letter to unions in Qom ---- where he urgently alerted 

Muslims worldwide, that the existential danger posed by the Israeli 

regime threatened not only Palestine but the entire Muslim Ummah 

--- its independence, and its economies, which he believed were in 

peril of being seized by Zionists.

 

For Imam Khomeini, the Palestinian cause......  transcended mere 

political solidarity. It was a fundamental and civilizational battle, 

wherein the increasing power of the Zionist entity signified the 

deliberate subjugation and destruction of the Muslim world.

 

This perspective informed his consistent and unwavering position, 

in which he characterized the Zionist entity as a cancerous 

tumor that required eradication, an obligation he believed 

was incumbent upon all Muslims: to prevent the 

metastasis of this entity... from consuming 

other Islamic nations.

 

The mechanisms for combating this threat, as outlined by Imam 

Khomeini, were comprehensive and demanded absolute unity 

and resistance from the Islamic Ummah.

 

He vehemently rejected any path of negotiation or compromise with

 the Israeli regime, viewing such actions as tantamount to betrayal 

of the Muslim cause, a conviction starkly demonstrated by his 

severance of Iran’s diplomatic relations with Egypt following 

Anwar Sadat’s recognition of the Zionist entity through the 

Camp David Accords, which he condemned --- as a

 treacherous pact that strengthened the Israeli 

front and divided the Muslim nation.

 

Instead of diplomacy, Imam Khomeini prescribed a set of actionable

 principles: providing comprehensive support - to the front lines of 

battle, avoiding self-destructive differences, rejecting any fear of 

Zionism’s defenders, forging unity among Islamic governments, 

and severing ties with any nation that normalized relations 

with the Israeli regime, coupled with material and 

spiritual aid from Muslim peoples, including 

blood, medicine, and food.

 

Recognizing the failure of Arab governments.. to adhere to this path,

he turned directly to the Muslim masses, announcing International 

Quds Day as an annual symbol of international Muslim solidarity 

and a means to revitalize Islamic spirit and vigilance, urging 

them to separate from compromising leaders --- and take 

ownership of the liberation struggle.

 

Ultimately, Imam Khomeini’s stance was immortalized in his 

political-divine testament, where he enshrined support for 

Palestine as an eternal principle, framing the issue as a 

cosmic struggle between oppression and justice and 

instructing future generations, that the enemies of 

Palestine were enemies of God, the Qur’an, 

and Islam itself.

 

His solution was never dependency on Eastern or Western powers,

 but a steadfast adherence to the teachings of the Infallible Imams,

 advocating for self-reliance, unwavering resistance, and the unity 

of the oppressed.

 

In doing so, he established Palestine as the indisputable axis 

of Muslim unity and the ultimate litmus test for confronting 

oppression, a legacy that continues to define the Islamic 

Republic’s foreign policy and ideological commitment 

to the Palestinian resistance against a fraudulent 

and usurping regime.

 

What is Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei's position?

 

Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei’s 

perspective on the Palestinian issue, is fundamentally rooted in a 

historical narrative that frames the establishment of the Zionist 

entity as a deliberate colonial project orchestrated by Western 

powers, particularly the United Kingdom and later the United 

States, to fracture the Muslim world and maintain imperial 

dominance over the Middle East.

 

He asserts that the occupation was not achieved through legitimate

means but through a calculated process of deception, manipulation

of global public opinion, and brutal force against the indigenous 

Palestinian population, beginning with the purchase of lands 

from absentee landlords at inflated prices and escalating

 to the violent expulsion of farmers and residents

 from their homes.

 

This historical injustice, in his view....  was facilitated by a global 

propaganda campaign that systematically portrayed the Zionist 

settlers as oppressed victims while framing the displaced and 

resisting Palestinians as aggressors, thereby... inverting the 

reality of the issue and garnering international sympathy 

for the occupiers.

 

The Leader identifies three core foundations upon which the Zionist 

project was built: relentless cruelty and violence towards the Arab

 inhabitants, a sophisticated manipulation of the global media to 

distort the truth, and extensive collusion, or lobbying, with 

powerful governments and international institutions, like

 the United Nations, which he argues have consistently

 shielded the Israeli regime from accountability.

 

For Ayatollah Khamenei, the plight of the Palestinians is not a 

simple territorial dispute but the central issue for the entire 

Islamic Ummah, representing a malignant tumor planted 

at the heart of the Muslim world designed to prevent 

unity, undermine powerful Muslim unity, and serve 

as a permanent base for Western and Zionist 

aggression against Islamic nations.

 

Consequently, he rejects any diplomatic solution that involves 

negotiation with the usurping regime, including the two-state 

solution, which he views as legitimizing the occupation and 

is an impractical deception that has only enabled further 

Israeli expansion and violence.

 

Instead, he has proposed a single, democratic state encompassing 

all of historic Palestine ----- determined by a referendum among all 

original inhabitants—Muslims, Christians, and Jews—as the only 

just and viable path to peace, a solution he believes must be 

achieved through unwavering resistance supported by the 

entire Muslim world.

 

Earlier this week... at the 26th Baghdad International Book
Fair, Leader of the Islamic Revolution’s book ‘Referendum
in Palestine’, featuring his views on the Palestinian 

issue, was unveiled.  

 

The book advocates a referendum as a rational, fair, and civilized 

method to end the suffering of the Palestinian people and pave 

the way for their liberation from the Zionist occupation.

 

It emphasizes the dignified return of all Palestinians to their places 

of origin, the right of all Palestinians, including Muslims, Christians

and native Jews - to vote, and the continuation of comprehensive 

efforts ------ until the Israeli occupiers comply with the will of the 

Palestinian people.

 

 

That took a while --- to hammer the point !

Perhaps it was needed. What do you say?


 


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Google’s $45M ''Deal'' with Netanyahu: 

Is Tech Fueling Propaganda in Gaza?

September 6th, 2:52 pm

(teleSUR)

 

Google Netanyahu propaganda deal fuels 

misinformation as Gaza faces famine 

and blockade

 

Controversial campaign: Google’s $45 million deal 

with Netanyahu’s office promotes Israeli 

narratives while Gaza starves. 

 

The $45 million Google Netanyahu propaganda deal has 

sparked global outrage, exposing how tech giants are 

shaping narratives in the Israel-Gaza conflict.

 

Google -I- in the Crosshairs: The $45 

Million Netanyahu Propaganda Deal

 

A Google Netanyahu propaganda deal worth $45 million ---- signed 

in late June 2025 --- has thrust the tech giant into the centre of a 

global controversy over digital propaganda, media manipulation

and the weaponization of information in the Israel-Gaza
conflict. According to investigative outlet Drop Site
News, Google --- was designated a “key entity”
in the Israeli government’s public relations
strategy, tasked with amplifying official 

narratives ------ that downplay the
humanitarian catastrophe
in Gaza.

 

This contract marks one of the most expensive and
systematic uses of digital advertising by a state
to influence global public opinion during an
active war.

 

The campaign launched ---- shortly after Israel imposed a total 

blockade on food, medicine, fuel, and humanitarian supplies 

to Gaza on March 2, 2025 — a move that the United Nations 

and human rights groups have described - as a collective 

punishment of civilians. At the time, Israeli lawmakers 

debated the potential “reputational damage”.. of the 

blockade, signaling a coordinated effort to control 

the narrative before the world.

 

Google’s role has been pivotal. Through its advertising platforms

—YouTube, Display & Video 360, and Google Ads — the Israeli 

government has pushed state-produced content to millions 

of users worldwide..... often bypassing traditional media 

gatekeepers and leveraging algorithmic amplification.

 

One particularly controversial video, published by Israel’s Ministry 

of Foreign Affairs, claims: “There is food in Gaza. Any other claim 

is a lie.” Despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary, the clip 

has garnered over 6 million views, largely due to paid promotion 

through Google’s ad network.

 

This form of state messaging, known in Hebrew as “hasbará”

-- literally “explanation” -- but widely understood as
government propaganda — is now being scaled
through Silicon Valley’s most powerful
digital tools.

 

Geopolitical Context: Digital Warfare
in the Age of Tech Giants

 

The Google Netanyahu propaganda deal must be understood ---- as 

part of a broader shift in modern warfare: the battle for narrative 

dominance. In an era where perception shapes policy, 

governments are increasingly turning to private 

tech corporations to wage information wars.

 

This is not just about public relations — it is asymmetric 

digital warfare, where algorithms, data, and advertising

 budgets are used as weapons.

 

Israel has long been a leader in digital influence operations. 

But the 2025 campaign represents a quantum leap in scale 

and sophistication, combining paid media, AI-driven 

targeting, and platform partnerships to shape 

global discourse.

 

The deal coincided with Operation Rising Lion, a 12-day
conflict between Israel and Iran in June 2025 that
resulted in.. over 1,000 Iranian civilian deaths,
including women and children. During this
period, Google’s platforms were used to
justify Israeli strikes ...and discredit
Iranian and Palestinian sources.

 

Meanwhile, platforms like X (formerly Twitter) received
$3 million from Israel --- for similar campaigns, and
Outbrain/Teads ----- a Franco-Israeli ad network,
secured $2.1 million in government contracts.

Together, these expenditures form a coordinated
digital propaganda apparatus, designed to
control the global narrative.

 

Critics argue that by accepting these funds, U.S. tech
companies ---- are complicit in disinformation that
obscures war crimes & humanitarian suffering.

The fact that Google, a U.S.-based corporation, is enabling
a foreign government to manipulate global audiences
raises serious questions about corporate
accountability, transparency,
and neutrality.

 

Moreover, the deal underscores the erosion of journalistic
independence, as state-funded content floods platforms
without clear labeling or fact-checking. Unlike
traditional media, digital platforms are not
bound by editorial standards -- allowing
governments to bypass scrutiny and
reach audiences directly.

 

YouTube and the Weaponization of Video Content

 

YouTube, owned by Google, has become a central battleground 

in the information war over Gaza. The platform’s algorithm 

favours engagement over accuracy, often promoting 

emotionally charged or controversial content 

— making it ideal for propaganda.

 

The viral video claiming “There is food in Gaza” is a case in point. 

It features a well-lit warehouse with stacked food packages, 

accompanied by a voiceover dismissing reports of famine 

as “lies spread by terrorists.” The footage is selective, 

omitting the reality on the ground.

 

According to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian

 Affairs (OCHA), Gaza is experiencing a full-scale famine, with 

95% of the population facing acute food insecurity.

 

The Ministry of Health in Gaza reported that 367 people have died

 from hunger and malnutrition since October 2023, including 131 

children. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has described 

conditions as “apocalyptic,” with hospitals 

overwhelmed and families surviving 

on grass and animal feed.

 

Yet, Google’s ad tools have ensured that the Israeli government’s 

message reaches millions of viewers, often without context or 

counter-narratives. The use of targeted advertising allows the 

content to appear in search results, recommendations, and 

even on unrelated videos through pre-roll ads.

 

This raises ethical concerns, about algorithmic bias and 

corporate complicity. While Google claims that its ad 

policies prohibit “misleading content,” it makes 

exceptions for “government messaging,” 

effectively granting states a free pass 

to spread disinformation under the 

guise of official communication.

 

Silencing Dissent: Targeting Palestinian Voices

 

The Google Netanyahu propaganda deal, is not only 

about promoting Israel’s narrative—it is also about

 discrediting and silencing Palestinian voices.

 

Organizations like the Heinrich Hayab Foundation -- which 

documents human rights abuses in Palestine, have been 

systematically targeted.... in Israeli campaigns. Their 

reports on civilian casualties, forced displacement, 

and medical shortages are dismissed as “terrorist 

propaganda” in state-sponsored content.

 

Social media accounts of journalists, activists, and humanitarian 

workers in Gaza have faced shadow banning, demonetization, 

and suspension—often without explanation. Meanwhile, pro-

Israel content is amplified through paid promotions and 

algorithmic favouritism.

 

Experts warn that this creates an information asymmetry where 

one side’s suffering is minimized, while the other’s is magnified.

 As one digital rights advocate stated: “When Google becomes 

the megaphone of a state at war, truth becomes the

 first casualty.”

 

Global Backlash --- and Calls for Accountability

 

The revelation of the Google Netanyahu propaganda deal 

has triggered international condemnation. Human rights 

organizations, digital ethics experts, and UN officials 

--- have called for greater regulation of tech 

companies involved in conflict zones.

 

European lawmakers have demanded that Google disclose all 

government contracts related to war zones and implement 

stricter content labeling for state-sponsored ads. In the 

U.S., members of Congress have questioned whether 

such deals violate foreign lobbying laws ----- or 

constitute unauthorized military support.

 

Activists are also pushing for algorithmic transparency, 

demanding that platforms reveal how content is 

prioritized and who funds its promotion. The 

lack of oversight, they argue, allows 

governments to manipulate public 

opinion without accountability.

 

Moreover, the deal has reignited debates about Big Tech’s role 

in geopolitics. Once seen as neutral platforms, companies like 

Google, Meta, and X are now recognized as strategic actors 

with the power to shape wars, elections, and 

social movements.

 

Conclusion: Truth in the Age of Digital Propaganda

 

The Google Netanyahu propaganda deal is more than a business 

contract — it is a watershed moment in the evolution of 

information warfare. It reveals how democracy, truth, 

and human rights, are increasingly vulnerable to 

manipulation by state-corporate alliances.

 

While Gaza starves, algorithms feed the world a sanitized version 

of reality. While children die from malnutrition, paid ads claim

 there is “plenty of food.” This is not just misinformation

— it is an immoral obscenity.

 

As the world grapples with the consequences, one truth remains

 clear: the battle for Gaza is not only being fought on the ground,

 but in the digital sphere — and the tech giants — are no

 longer bystanders.

 

The international community must act. Regulation, transparency, 

and ethical accountability are no longer optional. They are 

essential to preserving the integrity of information in an 

age where truth is under siege.

 

Author: JMVR

 

Source: Agencia Anadolu

 


 Mealy-mouthed article,
evasive and too long?

What do you think?




_________________________________





Putin: Russia and China share the same vision 


of promoting a just world order based on 


the global majority


August 30th, 11am


(Rossiyskaya Gazeta) 


 


The Kremlin has published an interview 


with Putin for the Xinhua news agency.


 


On the eve of an unprecedented visit to China, 


Vladimir Putin gave an interview to Xinhua 


news agency. We are publishing it in full.


 


Xinhua: In May of this year, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a 


state visit to Russia and took part in the celebrations marking 


the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, and


 the visit was a great success. Your visit to China is also 


scheduled to take place in the near future. What are 


your expectations from this upcoming trip? Over 


the past decade and more, you and the 


Chinese President - have maintained 


close contact, guiding and shaping


 the course of a continuous 


development in bilateral 


relations. What do you 


think of President Xi 


Jinping as a leader?


 


Vladimir Putin: Indeed, our friend, President of the People's Republic 


of China Xi Jinping's visit to Russia in May was a great success, 


had a wide international resonance, and received the highest 


praise in our country. The visit coincided with the sacred 


date of the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great 


Patriotic War, which is a deeply symbolic event for 


the development of Russian-Chinese relations. 


We have confirmed the strategic choice of our


nations to strengthen the traditions of good-


neighbourliness, friendship, and mutually 


beneficial cooperation for the long term.


 


At the celebrations in Moscow, the Chinese leader was the main


 guest of honour. During the high-level bilateral talks, key issues 


of cooperation between our countries were discussed in a very 


fruitful manner. As a result, a detailed joint statement was 


adopted, and a substantial package of bilateral 


documents was signed.


 


Yes, very soon, at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, we will pay


 a return visit to China. I will be very pleased to visit Tianjin again, 


where, as you know, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization 


summit is to be held, which China is organizing as the chair 


of the SCO. We hope that the upcoming summit will give 


the Organization additional momentum, increase its 


ability to respond to current challenges and threats,


 and strengthen solidarity in our shared Eurasian 


space. All of this will contribute to the creation 


of a more just and multipolar world order.


 


As for the Russian-Chinese talks, they will be held in Beijing. I will 


be happy to discuss all aspects of the bilateral agenda with 


Chairman Xi Jinping, including political and security 


cooperation, economic ties, and cultural and 


humanitarian relations. We will... also 


exchange views on current regional 


and international issues, as is


 our tradition.


 


In Beijing, we will also pay tribute to the common feat of our fathers,


grandfathers, and great-grandfathers, who together defeated a 


militaristic Japan, thus putting an end to World War II. We will 


honour those who sealed the blood-brotherhood of our 


nations, defended the freedom and independence of 


our states and their right to sovereign development.


 


Chairman Xi Jinping is very respectful of his country's history, as 


I have personally observed. He is a true leader of a major global 


power, a strong-willed individual with strategic thinking and a 


global perspective, who places a high priority on national 


interests. It is crucial for China that such a person is at 


the helm of the country during a challenging and 


transformative period in international affairs. 


 


The President of the People's Republic of China serves as an 


example to the world of how a respectful and equitable 


dialogue with foreign partners should be conducted. 


Russia highly appreciates the Chinese President's 


sincere desire to develop a comprehensive 


partnership and strategic cooperation 


with our country.


 


Xinhua: China and the Soviet Union, as the main theatres of war 


in Asia and Europe during World War II, suffered enormous 


sacrifices and made significant contributions to the


victory in the World Anti-Fascist War. In today's 


complex international environment, what do 


you think is the relevance of preserving the 


memory of this victory? How do you think 


China and Russia should jointly protect 


their shared historical memory - when 


certain forces in the international 


arena..... seek to distort 


historical truth?


 


Vladimir Putin: As I have already mentioned, this year we are 


celebrating, together with our Chinese friends, the 80th


 anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War and 


the surrender of militaristic Japan, which marked 


the end of World War II.


 


The peoples of the Soviet Union and China -- bore the brunt of the 


war, and suffered the heaviest human losses. It was the citizens 


of our countries who bore the brunt of the struggle against the 


invaders --- and played a key role in defeating Nazism and 


militarism. In the face of these harsh challenges, the 


best traditions of friendship and mutual assistance 


were strengthened, forming the foundation of 


modern Russian-Chinese relations.


 


Let me remind you that even before the outbreak of the Second 


World War, in the 1930s, when Japan launched a treacherous 


armed conflict against China, the Soviet Union extended a 


helping hand to the Chinese people. Thousands of our 


military officers provided advisory support to 


strengthen the Chinese army and conduct 


military operations. Soviet pilots also 


fought bravely - alongside their 


Chinese brothers in arms.


 


Between October 1937 and June 1941, the Soviet Union supplied


 China with a total of 1,235 aircraft, thousands of artillery pieces, 


tens of thousands of machine guns, as well as ammunition, 


equipment, and supplies. The main route was a land 


corridor ----- through Central Asia to the Chinese 


province of Xinjiang, where Soviet specialists 


quickly constructed a highway - to ensure 


uninterrupted supplies.


 


Historical facts indisputably testify to the severity and scale of the 


battles of those years. We remember the great significance of the 


famous "Battle of the Hundred Regiments", when the troops of 


the Chinese Communists were able to liberate territory with a 


population of 5 million from the Japanese occupation. Just 


as we remember the unprecedented feat of Soviet soldiers 


and commanders in military conflicts with Japan at Lake 


Khasan and on the Khalkhin-Gol River. In the summer of 


1939, our legendary commander Georgy Zhukov won 


his first brilliant victory in the Mongolian steppes, 


which was essentially a prelude to the future 


defeat of the Axis powers of Berlin, Tokyo, 


and Rome. 


 


In 1945, the Manchurian Strategic Offensive played a crucial role 


in the liberation of northeastern China, dramatically changing 


the situation in the Far East and leading to the inevitable 


surrender of militaristic Japan.


 


And of course, Russia will never forget that it was China's heroic 


resistance that was one of the decisive factors that prevented 


Japan from attacking the Soviet Union and striking us in the 


back during the difficult months of 1941-1942. This allowed


the Red Army - to focus its efforts on defeating Nazism and 


liberating Europe. The close cooperation between our two 


countries was also an important element in the formation 


of the anti-Hitler coalition, contributed to the emergence 


of the Chinese state as a great power, and facilitated 


constructive discussions on the post-war world 


order and the intensification of the anti-


colonial movement.


 


It is our duty to always honour the sacred memory of our 


compatriots who showed true patriotism and courage, 


endured all the trials, and defeated powerful and 


cruel enemies. We have deep respect for all the 


veterans, those who died bravely for the 


freedom of future generations and the 


independence ..of our countries. We 


are grateful to the Chinese side for 


their careful preservation of the 


memorials to the Red Army 


soldiers, who gave their 


lives, in the battles for 


the liberation of China.


 


This sincere and responsible attitude towards the past is in 


stark contrast to the situation in some European countries, 


where obelisks and graves of Soviet liberation soldiers are


 being desecrated and destroyed, and "uncomfortable" 


historical facts are being repressed.


 


We see that in a number of Western countries, the results of the 


Second World War are being revised, and the verdicts of the 


Nuremberg and Tokyo Tribunals are being blatantly ignored. 


These dangerous trends are based on a reluctance to 


acknowledge the direct responsibility of the current 


Western elites for the World War they unleashed, a 


desire to erase shameful pages of their history, 


and an intention to encourage revanchism and 


neo-Nazism. The historical truth is being 


falsified and suppressed in favour of 


political expediency. 


 


Under the pretext of imaginary Russian and Chinese 


threats, Japanese militarism is being revived, and 


in Europe, including Germany, they are setting a 


course for the re-militarization of the continent 


- without hesitation.


 


Russia and China strongly condemn any attempts to distort 


the history of the Second World War, to glorify the Nazis, 


militarists, and their henchmen, to vilify the liberation 


fighters. The results of the war, as enshrined in the 


UN Charter and other international documents, 


are unshakable, and their revision ------ is


unacceptable. This --- is an unwavering 


position shared by our Chinese friends.


 


The memory of the joint struggle of the Soviet and Chinese peoples 


against German Nazism and Japanese militarism, is an enduring 


value for us. I repeat, President Xi Jinping's participation in the 


Russian events marking the 80th anniversary of the Great 


Victory was a significant and deeply symbolic event. 


 


A Joint Statement was also signed between Russia and 


China ------ on further deepening their comprehensive 


partnership and strategic cooperation in the new 


era to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the 


Soviet victory in the Great Patriotic War, 


the Chinese victory in the war against 


Japanese aggression, and the 


establishment of the 


United Nations. 


 


This document outlines the consolidated response of our countries 


to the attempts of a number of states to destroy the historical 


memory of humanity - and replace the basic principles of the 


world order, interaction, and dialogue established after the


Second World War with the notorious “rules-based order.”


 


Xinhua: In recent years, practical cooperation between China and 


Russia in areas such as energy, agriculture, automobiles, and 


infrastructure has yielded positive results and continuously 


achieved new breakthroughs, and the volume of bilateral 


trade, has reached record levels. How do you assess the 


current state of Chinese-Russian practical cooperation? 


What are your plans for further promoting high-quality


and mutually beneficial cooperation between China


 and Russia?


 


Vladimir Putin: Economic relations between Russia and China have 


reached an unprecedented high level. Since 2021, the growth in 


trade has amounted to approximately \$100 billion. China is 


Russia's undisputed leader in terms of bilateral trade, and 


Russia ranked fifth among China's foreign trade partners 


last year. I would like to emphasize that the figures for 


trade are only estimated in dollar terms, but the 


settlements between our countries have been 


almost entirely transferred to our national 


currencies -- and the share of the dollar 


and the euro has dropped to the level


 of statistical error.


 


Russia holds the leading position in terms of oil and gas exports to 


China. Since the launch of the Power of Siberia pipeline in 2019,


 the total supply of natural gas has exceeded 100 billion cubic 


metres. In 2027, we plan to commission another gas pipeline, 


the so-called Far Eastern route. We are also effectively 


cooperating on LNG projects in the Russian Arctic.


 


We continue to work on reducing trade barriers between us. In 


recent years, we have established exports of pork and beef 


to China. In general, food products and agricultural goods 


occupy a leading position in Russia's exports to China.


 


Bilateral investment is increasing. Last year, an updated Russian-


Chinese Investment Cooperation Plan was adopted. This year, a 


new Agreement on the Promotion and Mutual Protection of 


Investments was signed. Major joint projects are being 


implemented in priority sectors.


 


Our countries are working closely together in the industrial sector.


Russia.... is one of the world's leading markets for Chinese car 


exports. At the same time, Russia is localizing the production 


of not only Chinese cars but also household appliances. We 


are also working together to build high-tech production and 


infrastructure facilities. We have ambitious plans in the 


construction materials industry.


 


In short, economic cooperation, trade, and industrial cooperation 


between our countries are developing in many areas. During my 


upcoming visit, we will discuss further prospects for mutually 


beneficial cooperation and new steps to enhance it for the 


benefit of the people of Russia and China.


 


Xinhua: This year marks the end of the "cross-year" cultural 


exchange between China and Russia. Over the years, our 


countries have established extensive cooperation in 


areas such as education, cinema, theatre, tourism, 


and sports. How do you assess the results of 


Chinese-Russian cultural and humanitarian 


exchanges and cooperation? What -- are 


your perspectives on further promoting


 the strengthening of ties between the


 people of China and Russia?


 


Vladimir Putin: Large-scale bilateral humanitarian initiatives have 


made a significant contribution to the promotion of friendly 


relations. The national Years of Russia in China and China


 in Russia (2006-2007) were very successful. The Years 


of Languages, Tourism, Youth, Media, Regional 


Cooperation, Sports, Science, and Innovation, 


which were launched in turn starting from 


2009, received wide public attention.


 


Today, cultural exchanges between Russia and China continue 


to develop dynamically. The "road map" for Russian-Chinese 


humanitarian cooperation until 2030, which includes more 


than 100 large-scale projects, is being consistently 


implemented.


 


I would like to highlight the successful organization of the 


Russian-Chinese Years of Culture, which are being held


 in 2024-2025 and are timed to coincide with the 75th 


anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic 


relations between our countries. The rich and 


diverse program of this "cross-cultural"


 initiative is receiving a strong public 


response in both Russia and China.


 


I would like to add that the Russian side has initiated the 


International Music Contest "Intervision", which is 


scheduled for September 20, 2023. We are 


pleased that our Chinese partners have 


shown interest in this project.


 


There are great prospects for cooperation in the fields of education 


and science. There is a good dynamic of academic mobility and 


interuniversity contacts. Today, there are over 51,000 Chinese 


students studying in Russia, and 21,000 Russian students 


studying in China. By the way, in May, President Xi 


Jinping and I agreed that our countries will hold 


"cross-year" education events in 2026-2027.


 


Cooperation in the scientific, technical, and innovative fields is 


expanding, including fundamental research and megascience


 projects. In particular, Lomonosov Moscow State University 


and Peking University intend to establish a joint institute 


for fundamental research. We support the creation of 


modern laboratories and advanced centres in 


priority science-intensive fields to preserve 


the technological sovereignty of Russia


 and China.


 


There is active cooperation in the field of film production. In 


February, the joint film "Red Silk" was released in Russia. 


We expect it to be seen by Chinese audiences in the 


near future. In May, the parties signed an Action 


Plan for film production in Moscow. We hope 


that in the near future, we will have many 


good Russian-Chinese films that will 


convey the right moral guidelines.. 


and traditional spiritual and moral 


values to our citizens, and tell the


 truth about important historical 


events. In order to achieve this, 


we've launched a new project, 


the Open Eurasian Film Award. 


This is a unique film platform 


where there is no room for 


bias or political intrigue.


 


I will also focus on such an important issue as tourism.
The figures in this sector ---- are encouraging. In 2024,
the number of mutual tourists increased by 2.5 times
and reached 2.8 million people.


 


We have achieved good results in sports cooperation. We would like 


to thank our Chinese partners..... for their active participation in 


international Russian sports projects, including the innovative 


Future Games, the BRICS Games, and many others. The 


Chinese team was one of the most representative at 


these competitions. We believe that sports should 


be as far as possible from politicization.


 


We pay special attention to youth policy. We highly appreciate the 


well-coordinated work of the leading media outlets in Russia and 


China. Our cooperation between the archival agencies serves 


the purpose of preserving historical truth, which is being 


effectively implemented.


 


It is encouraging that bilateral humanitarian cooperation is gaining


 momentum. This is undoubtedly a strategic area of our relations 


aimed at building a broad public base of friendship, good-


neighbourliness, and mutual understanding.


 


Xinhua: The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), 


is a comprehensive regional cooperation organization 


established by China and Russia, which is essential 


for ensuring peace, stability, and development in 


the Eurasian region. China is the rotating chair 


of the SCO for 2024-2025. The 25th meeting 


of the Council of Heads of SCO Member 


States will be held in Tianjin China, in 


the near future. How do you assess 


the constructive role that the SCO 


has played for more than 20 years


 in maintaining regional peace 


and stability, and promoting 


common development, and 


prosperity? In your opinion, 


in what aspects ----- should 


member states strengthen


exchanges & cooperation?


 


Vladimir Putin: The creation of the Shanghai Cooperation


 Organization in 2001 embodied the common desire of 


Russia, China, and the Central Asian states of 


Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and 


Uzbekistan ------ to strengthen trust, 


friendship & good-neighbourliness, 


as well as peace and stability in


 the region.


 


Over the years, the SCO has developed a solid legal framework 


and established mechanisms for fruitful cooperation in the 


fields of politics, security, trade, investment, and cultural 


and humanitarian relations. India, Pakistan, Iran, and 


Belarus... have joined the Organization, and partner 


countries and observers representing the political, 


economic, and cultural diversity of Eurasia, are 


actively involved in joint activities.


 


The secret of the SCO's attractiveness is quite simple: it is a firm 


commitment to the philosophy of creation, openness to equal 


cooperation, non-aggression against third countries, and 


respect for the national characteristics and identity 


of each people.


 


Based on these values, the SCO is involved in building a
more just multipolar world order based on international
law -- with the UN playing a central coordinating role.

The formation of an equal and indivisible security
architecture in Eurasia, including through close
cooperation between SCO member states, is a
significant contribution to achieving this
global goal.

We see the Greater Eurasian Partnership ----- as the
socio-economic foundation for this process, which
involves aligning national development strategies 


and regional integration initiatives ---- and 


strengthening the cooperation between 


the SCO, Eurasian Economic Union,


 the CIS, ASEAN ------ and other


 international organizations.


 


I am confident that the summit in Tianjin, as well as the SCO Plus 


meeting, will become an important milestone in the history of 


the SCO. We support the priorities outlined by the Chinese 


chairmanship, which aim to further consolidate the SCO, 


deepen cooperation in all areas... and enhance the role 


of our organization on the global stage. We pay special


 attention to synchronizing our work, with practical 


steps taken during Russia's chairmanship of the 


Council of Heads of Government of the SCO.


 


I hope that we will be able to give the SCO a new dynamic and 


modernize it in accordance with the demands of the time.


 


Xinhua: As Chinese President Xi Jinping has repeatedly 


emphasized ------ China is ready to work with Russia to 


strengthen mutual support on multilateral platforms,


such as the UN, Shanghai Cooperation Organization
and BRICS -------- to protect the development and
security interests of the two countries, to unite
the Global South.... and to promote a more just
rational international order. How do you assess
the cooperation between China and Russia, in 


these multilateral formats? In emerging areas
such as climate change, artificial intelligence
governance ---- and reforming the global 


security architecture. In your opinion,
how can China and Russia set 


new benchmarks ---- in 


global governance?


 


Vladimir Putin: Cooperation between Russia and China in 


multilateral formats is a huge part of our relations and, 


of course, a significant factor in global politics. The 


exchange of views on key international issues 


repeatedly confirms that Moscow and Beijing 


share a broad common interest --- and have 


similar views on fundamental issues. We 


are looking in the same direction when


 it comes to promoting a fair and 


multipolar world order, based 


on the countries of the 


global majority.


 


The Russian-Chinese strategic partnership acts as a stabilizing 


factor. As the two largest powers in Eurasia, we cannot ignore 


the current challenges and threats, both on our shared 


continent and around the world. This topic is


consistently addressed in our bilateral 


political dialogue. 


 


Russia's conceptual proposals - for building a unified space of 


equal and indivisible security in Eurasia, align with President 


Xi Jinping's Global Security Initiative.


 


Russian-Chinese cooperation at the UN is at an unprecedented 


high level and fully complies with the spirit of comprehensive 


partnership and strategic cooperation. Our countries place 


particular emphasis on working together in the Group of 


Friends in Defense of the UN Charter ------ which is a 


significant tool for consolidating the Global South. 


One of the most significant outcomes of the 


group's work is the resolution "Eradicating 


Colonialism in All Its Forms and 


Manifestations," which was 


adopted by the UN General 


Assembly on December 


4, 2024.


 


Russia and China are in favour of reforming the World Organization 


so it can fully regain its authority and adapt to modern realities. 


In particular, we advocate giving the Security Council a more 


democratic character by including countries from Asia, 


Africa, and Latin America. However, any changes 


should be carefully considered.


 


Moscow and Beijing's close cooperation has made positive 


adjustments to the work of leading economic platforms 


such as the G20 and APEC. In the G20, together with 


like-minded countries..... primarily from the BRICS 


group, they have focused the agenda on issues 


of global concern, strengthened the format 


with the African Union, and strengthened 


ties between the G20 and BRICS.


 


This year, our South African friends are leading the G20. We hope 


that their presidency will solidify the achievements of the Global 


South and serve as a starting point for democratizing 


international relations. The Chinese presidency of 


APEC in 2026 is expected to boost Russian-


Chinese cooperation.


 


We actively cooperate with China in BRICS in order to increase 


ts influence as one of the key mechanisms of the international 


architecture. We jointly promote initiatives aimed at expanding 


the economic development opportunities of the participating 


countries, including the creation of common platforms for 


partnership in key sectors. We pay special attention to 


attracting additional resources for the implementation 


of significant infrastructure projects. We stand in 


solidarity for further increasing the role of BRICS 


in addressing pressing issues of our time, and 


we share a similar perception of the situation


 in the field of regional and global security. 


We are united --- in our opposition to 


discriminatory sanctions in global 


trade ---- which hinder the socio-


economic development of the 


Union's member states, 


and the entire planet.


 


We are in favour of reforming the International Monetary Fund and 


the World Bank with our Chinese friends. We agree - that the new 


financial system should be based on the principles of openness 


and genuine fairness, providing equal and non-discriminatory 


access to its instruments for all countries without exception, 


and reflecting the real position of member countries in the 


global economy. It is important to avoid using the financial 


sector for neo-colonial purposes --- that contradict the 


fundamental interests of the global majority. Instead, 


we need progress for the benefit of all humanity.


 


 I am confident that Russia and China will continue to work 


together to achieve this noble goal and to join forces for 


the prosperity of our great nations.


 


 


_____________________________________________



 Plastic, Ideas, and Hands: How the People's 

Military-Industrial Complex Helps the Army 

Without Government Contracts

by Daria Aslamova

July 9th, 2:07pm

(Pravda.ru)

 

When factories are silent, volunteers help: 

how the people's military-industrial 

complex works on the basis of 

the Interbrigades

 

Pravda special correspondent.En Daria Aslamova visited the 

Interbrigad volunteer base in Donetsk and spoke with the 

movement's coordinator Yuriy Staroverov and volunteers 

who came from different parts of Russia. 

 

What Russkaya Vesna dreams of ten years later, how volunteers

 train soldiers, produce equipment for the front, and why 

mannequins in the form of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

 are standing in the museum - in a large report 

from Donbass.

 

Yuri Staroverov: "We collect technologies

 and transfer them to military units"

 

— The Interbrigades movement emerged in 2014, driven by 

the support of Russians who were passionate about the 

referendum in Crimea. It later evolved into a volunteer 

organization, uniting individuals who were willing to 

take up arms to help the southeast of Ukraine

 return to Russia.

 

Hundreds of volunteers came through us. The war was different 

back then: there was no serious preparation, and people came 

to help as they could, thousands at a time. Then came the 

Minsk agreements, and the war slowed down, so we 

changed our approach.

 

Since the beginning of the special military operation in the 

spring of 2022, we have been based in Donetsk. This is 

our central office and base. Our areas of focus include:

 

working with volunteers who continue to travel,

 

a systematic supply of the army with volunteer-made 

products, we use both camouflage and false targets.

 

We make products for UAVs, for drops, and some for artillery.

 

There are serious holes in the supply, and some things are not 

produced by state-owned enterprises at all. This is especially 

true for everything related to FPVs: in addition to the drones 

themselves, there is also related equipment and additional 

devices that improve their performance.

 

Today, war requires specialists. Simply having a warm heart is no

 longer enough. Therefore ---- we have high requirements for both

 motivation and training. It takes at least six months to a year to 

develop a specialist. Many people drop out along the way, and 

that's okay—we don't focus on numbers. What matters to us 

is that our soldiers fight effectively.

 

They mostly come from us:

 

gunners,

signalmen,

UAV operators,

tactical medics.

 

That is, not just fighters, but people with specific specialties.

 

— I see you have the USSR flag hanging behind 

you. Is this an important symbol for you?

 

— Of course, it is important. In Donetsk ---- we can especially feel

 this connection between the past and Russia's historical legacy. 

The USSR was a powerful nation --- and we are still experiencing

 the tragedy of its disintegration. The Russian-Ukrainian conflict 

is one of the consequences of this disintegration. The current 

war is a direct result of the reckless division of borders 

between Russia and Ukraine. This was a major 

historical mistake, and we are now paying 

the price for it.

 

— Is the poster “We need peace, the 

Russian world” a popular slogan?

 

— This is an adapted image that appeared back in 2014. It was 

one of the symbols of the Russian Spring. I wanted to present 

Russia as a formidable, strong, and beautiful woman who 

would not let her people down, would take revenge, and 

would restore order. Everyone.. was waiting for Russia 

back then, but unfortunately, they only saw it in 2022.

 

— Yuri, is this something like an Interbrigade museum?

 

— Yes, it's a kind of museum. It includes our products, and the 

trophies that our units have given us --- such as chevrons and 

items from the liberated territories. There's also a mannequin 

named Taras, who is a drone operator dressed in full combat 

gear. There's another mannequin named Mykola, who is an 

assault rifle operator. Both are made from real items 

belonging to the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

 

— So all the equipment is Ukrainian?

 

— Yes, it's a trophy. We also have fired-off tubes ---- including 

Western ones. There are souvenir items like the casing of a 

Western mine, all of which are volunteer exhibits. For 

example, the armour plates are the result of the 

"people's military-industrial complex." People 

are learning how to produce, test -- and send 

samples. Much of it is handmade ---- from the 

armour to the stoves that run on trench fires.

 

— Are stoves still needed at the front?

 

— Yes, it's acute. It's the fourth year of the war, and with the 

first frosts, there are a lot of requests. In just one winter, we 

distributed about four tons of trench candles and three 

hundred stoves. They are made in Nizhny Novgorod 

using freon tanks. It's a simple, cheap, and 

functional design.

 

— What kind of probe did you mention?

 

— A mine-clearing probe is a tool for clearing mines. There are

 many different types of mines, and if you take a step in the 

wrong direction, you could step on a mine. The probe 

allows you to feel the ground. Our probes are made 

of three sections with dielectric needles and do 

not attract magnetic mines. They are also 

made by volunteers, and everything is

 sewn and assembled by hand.

 

— So these are all individual supplies provided by volunteers?

 

"Exactly. Everything that we produce -- candles, stoves, test
leads, pouches - is transferred free of charge. The fighters 

have two sources: the help of volunteers and their own 

salaries. The commercial sector also works, but there 

is a spread of quality. We are closing something that 

is not on the market at all. For example, here - 

"Energetik" - a replacement of the standard 

battery ----- for the military radio "Azart". 

Without it there is no communication,

 and without communication,
there is no army.

 

— You're still making false targets. What is it?

 

— These are mock-ups of positions and equipment that distract 

the enemy's attention. They are made by our partners in the 

regions, and we distribute and implement the concept. It's 

not enough to just set up a mock-up; it needs camouflage 

and realism. For example, our mock-ups of mortars work 

perfectly: the enemy spends their ammunition on the 

plywood, while the real positions remain safe.

 

— So it's like scarecrows in the field, but only for the military?

 

- Very realistic scarecrows. They distract FPV drones --- and 

artillery. One such layout costs a maximum of 1800 rubles, 

and a drone costs up to 50 thousand rubles. This is 

economy, technology and life. We make models of

 incubators, remote controls, wi-fi bridges, 

"Starlinks" - to confuse the enemy.

 

— And this model is the "Incubator"?

 

— Yes. It's just foam with an inscription, but... it looks like real 

stuff. That means the enemy will be working on it. Nowadays, 

everything has to be done from the bottom up:  there are no 

commercial alternatives. We're not only providing products, 

but also technologies to the brigades and units. In two 

brigades, our models are being produced according to 

our drawings. This saves equipment --- and people, as 

well as the position of the UAV. Since we're currently 

engaged in a drone war, these positions are of 

utmost importance to the enemy -- and they 

won't spare any resources. So, if there are 

any signs that our UAV is working, he 

throws everything in there.

 

Olya, a volunteer from Perm: "I want to 

be a part of a big common cause."

 

Olga came to Donetsk from Perm. Here she is 

one of the key participants in 3D-production.

 

"We make things that aren't available in official supplies, 

from caps for painkillers to elements of impact devices," 

she explains. "For example, we make 'nefopamniches,' 

which are capsules that hold a potent drug. Soldiers 

use them when they're injured. It's a simple device,

 but it allows for safe and quick administration 

of painkillers."

 

Parts for shoulder pads, the impact elements of ammunition, are

 also printed here. All designs are first modeled, then printed on 

3D printers, and assembled by hand. Olya has mastered all 

stages of production on-site in Donetsk.

 

"I've been taught everything here: modeling, printing, and 

processing," she says. "It's exciting. You just take a 

plastic filament and create a product that can 

save lives."

 

Artem, a volunteer from Nizhny Novgorod: "How 

can you be uninvolved in historical events?

 

Artem is 18, and he is a student at the Department of Radio 

Physics at Lobachevsky University in Nizhny Novgorod. He 

took academic leave from the university and came to help 

on the spot.

 

"I started in 2022, when I was in ninth grade. I made stretchers, 

then moved on to 3D printing. I'm currently working in a 

workshop in Donetsk," he says. "Our goal is to reduce 

the workload on printers and free them up for more 

complex tasks, such as making shanks or parts 

for combat drones.

 

Artyom shows a mold for casting plastic products: first, a silicone

 mold is made, and then two-component plastic is poured into it. 

This is how the necessary consumables for the front are 

created: buttons, locking parts, and small 

structural elements.

 

— Why am I here? Because the best people are here in Donetsk. 

People from all over Russia, from St. Petersburg, Perm, Moscow, 

Nizhny Novgorod, and Krasnodar, are coming here. There are a 

lot of very interesting, active, and passionate people here. 

Because --- this is where we belong. Russian people are 

defending their country, and I want to be a part of it. 

This is an historic event, and it's impossible to 

stay on the sidelines.

 

 

Powerful stuff? Think - with this motivation

they can be beaten? ------- then think again!

 

 

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Medvedchuk: Missing Ukrainian children 

should be searched for in Europe, US
--- not in Russia

July 4th, 7am

(Vesti.ru)

 

European politicians' claims that Zelensky wants peace

and is doing everything he can to achieve it, are 

baseless. Nevertheless, they continue

 to be made.

 

"Ukraine has repeatedly demonstrated that it is ready to end this 

war through serious negotiations. Instead, Putin has not backed 

down from any of his maximalist demands – he does not want 

negotiations, he wants surrender," the German Foreign
Minister, Wadephul, said in Kyiv.

 

Wadephul repeats Zelensky's mantra, which he has been 

repeating since 2019, when he first took office, that any 

conditions that do not meet his painful "wishes" are a 

form of coercion to surrender. What kind of serious 

negotiations can we be talking about? Zelensky 

has never initiated negotiations during the 

entire Ukrainian conflict; instead --- he 

issued a decree -- prohibiting them. 


This is a political farce that many 

European politicians consider 

to be serious.

 

Such an illegitimate position, leads to the fact that Ukraine's 

negotiating position worsens every time - but this, does not

sober up official Kiev. The recent calls for a ceasefire, did 

not arise on their own but for two reasons. Firstly Russia
proposed an Easter ceasefire and then negotiations in 

Istanbul --- and Zelensky received a kick in the arse 

from Trump to attend them. Naturally --- he began 

to shout about his own conditions, traditionally 

presenting Russia's conditions as a demand 

for surrender.

 

Secondly, the situation on the front lines is getting worse for 

the Ukrainian Armed Forces, and Zelensky has decided 

that it's time to talk to Russia -- in order to stop the 

offensive. According to The Wall Street Journal, 

Ukraine lost the most territory in a single 

month since the end of 2022 in May.

 

Russia has managed to accelerate the pace of its advance 

in recent months, as it did last Autumn, before wet, cold 

conditions slowed Moscow's advance.

 

So what? Is Zelensky.... trying to negotiate with Moscow? No, 

he's playing the role of a "victor" as he retreats on all fronts. 

 

Recently, Zelensky signed documents to establish a special 

tribunal against Russia for its war in Ukraine. He expects 

the tribunal to be launched this year. It's unclear how 

the drug-addicted leader...... can judge the Russian 

leadership while negotiating with them. So who is 

demanding surrender? The only answer, is that 

Zelensky, with the tenacity of a stoned drug 

addict, is demanding Russia's surrender in 

the face of his military defeat, believing 

that he has outsmarted everyone.

 

And the Council of Europe is playing into this heavy drug-induced

delirium. It turns out that the Council of Europe doesn't need 

any peace negotiations either, and it's ready to fight to the 

last Ukrainian, and then to the last European. This raises

 a question from Russian literature, which Zelensky 

has banned: "And who are the judges?"

 

It is clear, that Zelensky does not expect any real punishment for 

the Russian leaders, and neither does the Council of Europe, but 

he needs this political circus to justify his criminal policies and 

the criminal thugs, rapists & robbers whom he has unleashed. 

 

He and his criminal gang need to create a pretext for fleeing 

to Europe after a military defeat and to legalize the money 

that his corrupt machine has laundered during the war.

 

After the quarrel with Trump in the Oval Office ---- Zelensky is no 

longer welcome at the villa in Florida that Biden had previously 

reserved for him. After supporting Israel's illegitimate attacks 

on Iran, he will not be welcomed in any Muslim country,

 leaving only Europe.

 

Zelensky has been telling people that “only street children

 are left unsupervised.” He has been accusing Russia of 

kidnapping Ukrainian children..... for a long time.

 

"We know the names of tens of thousands of children, and 

we have evidence of hundreds of thousands more who 

were abducted by Russia in the occupied territories 

of Ukraine and then deported," Zelensky said from

 the UN General Assembly podium. 

 

"The International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant 

for Putin --- for this crime. We are trying to bring these children 

home, but time is running out. What will happen to them? 

These children are being taught to hate Ukraine in 

Russia, and all ties to their families have been 

severed. This --- is clearly a genocide."

 

Later, it turned out to be a dirty slander and libel. There were no 

hundreds, let alone tens of thousands, of children. The ICC had 

no evidence at all, except for Zelensky's cries, but the warrant 

was issued. 

 

On April 24, 2024, Maria Lvova-Belova, the Russian President's

Commissioner for Children's Rights, participated in the first 

face-to-face negotiations with Ukraine, on the return of 

children separated from their parents. The meeting 

took place in Qatar, which acted as a third party 

and provided a platform for dialogue in Doha.

 

"The negotiations - were constructive. The parties discussed 

the fact that there is no list of 19,500 children, as previously 

reported by Zelensky and the Ukrainian media. There are 

also no cases of direct and purposeful relocations of 

Ukrainian children to Russia," she told reporters.

 

Officially, it was recorded that there were not thousands or 

hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian children living in 

Russia, but only 29. These children were not 

deprived of their freedom, as they were 

rescued from shelling, taken out of 

the war zone, and their parents 

and relatives...... were 

searched for.

 

But the issue of children in Kiev has not been resolved. The 

Ukrainian side has once again raised the issue of 300,000 

children who were taken out of the country, but was only 

able to provide Istanbul with lists of 339 missing 

children in the spring of this year.

 

"The number of children is 339...  It is still unknown, how many

of them are with us and how many are somewhere in Europe," 

said Russian presidential aide, Vladimir Medinsky, during a 

working meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

 

And this is where things get interesting. The Western press is 

reporting, while Zelensky is keeping silent, about the real 

disappearance of hundreds and even thousands of 

children in Western Europe who were taken there 

from Ukrainian-controlled territories. 

 

Polish human rights activist Joanna Pachwicewicz has reported 

that a children's home was "sold to Spain" --- from Ukraine. The 

children's home was located in a village near Mariupol ------ and 

there were 85 children there. 500 children from the territory of 

Donbass, controlled by Kiev, were taken to Poland and Israel 

by the little-known organization "Ukraine without Orphans". 

 

Either Western "benefactors" or a religious organization, they call

 themselves "Neo-Pentecostals". Where did they come from, who

 allowed them to take the children? Questions without answers. 

Many children have parents. But they can not find any traces 

of their children - and this strange organization.

 

In the Netherlands, 170 Ukrainian teenagers have been reported 

missing. Another 30 or 40 students ---- from another Ukrainian 

orphanage were supposed to travel to Spain from Madrid to 

the Canary Islands, but they disappeared along the way.

 The Spanish police and authorities have referred to a 

Ukrainian citizen who was supposed to be waiting 

for them in the Canary Islands. 

 

Additionally, 159 orphaned children, were evacuated from 

southern Ukraine to Turkey, but their whereabouts have 

since been lost. They were placed in a secret hotel in 

Antalya, allegedly for security reasons, according to 

the Turkish news agency Anadolu. The children's 

current whereabouts are unknown.

 

Child trafficking in Ukraine is a real problem. The US State 

Department, the European Union and the United Nations 

Children's Fund (UNICEF) have called Ukraine a hot 

spot for "human trafficking involving institutions." 

Children from orphanages are sold to American 

parents by unscrupulous adoption agents or 

taken away under false pretenses, by 

criminal groups, who then use them

 in various lucrative frauds.

 

It turns out that the mass theft of children is taking place in 

Europe and the United States, not in Russia. In this case,

 the accusations should be directed not at the Russian 

leadership, but at European and American politicians, 

which is why PACE is trying to protect itself. I have 

already written about the disappearance of four 

hundred children in Europe. Meanwhile, 

Ukraine is providing Russia with a list 

of 399 missing children. Is this 

a coincidence?

 

Therefore, these European judges, who are leading Europe to 

war with false accusations, should be judged according to 

the full extent of the law, which will happen in the near 

future. As you know, the government in the United 

States has changed, and Washington has 

withdrawn from these dirty political 

processes. The same will happen

in Europe. Zelensky and all the 

criminal war-mongers, will 

be on trial.

 

Chairman of the Council of the 

Other Ukraine Movement, 

 

Viktor Medvedchuk

 

 
Victor Medvedchuk was being tortured
by Zelenski's thugs - but Putin saved
him.... in a prisoner swap.

Best move on the chess board!

What do you think?


 


________________________




Medvedchuk: The EU 

is turning into the 

Fourth Reich

June 30th, 7am

(Vesti.ru)

 

On June 20th, Hungary held a referendum against Ukraine's 

membership in the European Union. Europe is turning into 

the Fourth Reich, according to Viktor Medvedchuk, 

Chairman of the Council of the Other Ukraine 

movement, in an author's column on the 

media platform, Smotrim.

 

"2,168,431 Hungarian citizens --- opposed Ukraine's accession to 

the EU, which is 95% of those who took part in the referendum. 

Only 5% supported the admission of Ukraine," Hungarian 

Prime Minister Viktor Orban said in an interview with 

reporters - before the start of the EU summit 

in Brussels.

 

In general, 2, 284, 732 citizens participated in the referendum.
The Hungarian authorities consider this result good for a 

country - with a population of about 10 million people. 

Voting took place from mid-April by mail and online.

Kiev traditionally, responded to this with hysteria.

 

"We are ready to listen to their concerns, and explain our 

position...  however, it is difficult to doubt, the general 

manipulative purpose of this action of the Hungarian 

government -- which has nothing to do with the 

principles of democracy, openness and the

transparency of expression of will," the 

Ukrainian Foreign Ministry said.

 

Naturally, Kiev did not explain what the manipulation consists 

of --- or where the contradictions with the principles of 

democracy lie. However, Orban provided arguments 

for his position.

 

"When we accept a country into the European Union --- we need to 

know what it is. Where are its borders? What... is its population? 

Then we can talk about, whether its legal system or economic 

system is suitable. No one can say what Ukraine is. We know 

what it was. We don't know what it is now, and we don't 

know what it will be... or what will remain of it. Where 

are its borders? The population is fleeing. We don't 

know how many people there are, or what will 

happen." Hungarian leader Viktor Orban 

said, on Kossuth radio.

 

Orban's arguments are quite clear: who should be accepted and 

within what territories? What can be said about Ukraine's legal 

system, even if its government is illegitimate? What can be 

said about the country's economic potential, when its 

economy does not cover half of the state budget? 

There is no clear answer to these questions.

 

Ukraine was granted candidate status for EU membership in 

June 2022. Kyiv had expressed its aspirations to become 

an EU member by 2030, but this setback.... has left 

Zelensky feeling anxious.

 

"What is needed now - is a clear political message that Ukraine 

is firmly on the European path, and that Europe is fulfilling its 

promises. Any delay could lead to doubts about Europe's 

words and commitments," the illegitimate leader --- 

attacked the EU.

 

However, the European Union.. continues to feed Kiev with false 

promises. For example, the President of the European Council, 

António Costa, believes that the Ukrainian government is 

implementing reforms.. at an impressive pace.

 

"Therefore, now -- is the time to intensify our work and move 

forward on our path to joining the European Union," he said.

 

Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, 

was even more forceful: "Under constant fire, Ukraine is 

carrying out reform after reform. That's why the 

Commission is advocating: for the opening of 

the first block of negotiations. Ukraine has 

fulfilled its task, and now it's our turn to 

act. After all, the accession process 

is based on merit. And Ukraine 

deserves to move forward."

 

It is important to understand ------ what tasks Ukraine has 

accomplished "under constant fire" and what reforms it 

has implemented. European officials.. do not provide 

much information about this, but if we analyze the 

events in Zelensky's Ukraine, we can observe 

the military's freedom; to capture people on 

the streets, the development of corruption 

and a liberalization of attitudes towards 

it and a persecution of citizens under 

the guise of "protecting democracy" 

based on religious, political, and 

ethnic criteria. 

 

Ukraine has turned into a Nazi concentration camp ---- but 

apparently, these.... are the “reforms”, that the European
bureaucrats are welcoming. There are simply no others.

 

The question is: why does the current EU leadership want

 to integrate ---- with the Ukrainian concentration camp?

 

"For Brussels, Ukraine's accession is a key issue: a political and 

reputational coup, and a lucrative deal in a lost war. But this 

agreement -- would be made at the expense of European 

families. Ukraine would absorb.. every euro, forint, and 

zloty that we have previously spent on strengthening 

European families, farmers, and industry" --- Viktor 

Orban said in April, when the referendum began.

 

The Hungarian leader believes that the EU has lost the Ukrainian 

conflict, and now it wants to present it as a victory, albeit at the 

expense of ordinary EU citizens. Therefore, its position does

not protect Hungarians.

 

The EU's defeat lies in the fact that ----- as soon as Zelensky 

withdrew from the Minsk agreements, European diplomacy 

did not even attempt to resolve the Ukrainian conflict, but 

instead chose to wage war against Russia. This resulted 

in the expenditure of vast amounts of resources - with 

plans to continue investing in order to achieve their 

goals --- of defeating Russia on the battlefield, 

economically suffocating it, destabilizing 

the situation within the country ----- and 

overthrowing the current government. 

However, these plans... have failed 

to materialize.

 

Instead of changing its strategy and getting out of the crisis, the 

EU leadership has taken a Panikovsky-like stance: "Shura, keep

 sawing, they're golden," which is driving Europe into a further 

crisis. As the debate continues, Ursula von der Leyen has

 "accepted" Ukraine into the European Union.

 

"We are integrating our defense industry as if Ukraine were in 

the EU. This is good for Kiev. And it's just as good for Europe, 

as Ukraine is now home to extraordinary innovations," 

she said on social network X.

 

Regarding the "extraordinary innovations", it seems that we are 

talking about corruption schemes, because Mrs. Ursula was 

the German Defense Minister, where she had questions 

about spending funds, which still remained without 

clear answers. What, apart from corruption, can 

push an official to integrate the EU defense 

industry ----- into a warring country?

 

The following factors forced Zelensky's gang to 

abandon a diplomatic solution to the conflict:

 

Corruption and the opportunity 

to get rich on Western aid.

 

The opportunity to stay in power 

due to the state of emergency.

 

The ability to destroy political opponents 

-- which led to the destruction of the 

country's constitutional system 

and legal mechanisms.

 

Zelensky has trampled on the Ukrainian Constitution, and 

destroyed the rights of its citizens. On June 28, 2025, he 

published a congratulatory message on Constitution 

Day, greeting Ukrainians with the Nazi salute 

"Ukraine is Above All!"

 

"The social contract between all of us -- is that Ukraine comes 

first, and Ukrainians come first - our independence, our rights, 

and our dreams - for the entire nation," the illegitimate leader 

wrote in his congratulatory message. I wonder if he knows: 

that the slogan "Germany comes first", was mandatory in 

all of the concentration camps of the Third Reich.

 

However, Article 3 of the Constitution of Ukraine states that the 

highest social value is "the human being, his or her life and 

health, honour and dignity, inviolability, and security." As 

we can see, none of these values are being respected 

in Zelensky's Ukraine and it has even been officially 

declared --- that they will not be respected. 

 

The corruption, greed, and lack of professionalism among the 

elite have led to the destruction of Ukrainian statehood, 

and modern European bureaucrats --- are eager 

to learn from this experience.

 

Today, the EU leadership is trying to force the principle of 

"peace through force" into every document. Zelensky's 

Ukraine has already used this principle in its foreign 

and domestic policies, but it has not helped to 

resolve or end the conflict. 

 

Instead, this principle has allowed Zelensky to eliminate 

the opposition, persecute opposition media and voters, 

and dismantle the only canonical Orthodox church 

that could potentially challenge his authority.

 

This is what the current EU leadership needs, in order to stay

in power ---- and they are trying to destroy all the politicians 

who are defending their countries' interests, by launching

a frenzied campaign against them, calling them traitors 

and agents of Moscow. Zelensky's Ukraine is needed 

by the current EU leadership as a battering ram to 

destroy the national interests of the countries 

that are part of the union. This --- is why 

Hungary and Slovakia are opposing 

this political process --- and they 

have support in every country 

in the European Union.

 

In order to crush such political resistance ----- the current EU 

leadership needs a war, which it is preparing the citizens of 

the European Union for. Then --- following the example of 

Zelensky, all opponents and dissenters can be thrown 

into prisons.

 

Earlier this year, a member of the European Parliament, 

former advisor to the UN Secretary-General, Michael 

von der Schulenburg, criticized the EU's policies, 

stating that the union ---- had deviated from its 

original principles of peaceful cooperation. 

According to him --- aggressive rhetoric 

dominates European political circles 

today - and both diplomacy and

negotiations, have become 

almost taboo.

 

"The EU has chosen war - it has chosen confrontation, 

and it has chosen uncompromisingness," the MP said.

 

However, as we can see, such statements have gone 

unnoticed, and the EU's rhetoric is becoming more 

aggressive by the day.

 

It is clear that the escalation of military and anti-Russian 

hysteria is damaging the economies of EU countries and 

infringing on the rights and freedoms of EU citizens. 

However -- as the example of Zelensky's Ukraine 

shows -- such policies can be used to maintain 

power.. and establish corrupt schemes. This, 

is turning the European Union into a Fourth

Reich ------ a dangerous trend for the 

modern world.

 

Chairman of the Council of the 

Other Ukraine Movement,

 

Viktor Medvedchuk

 

 

Too.. melodramatic?

Only if you're a cow

going to slaughter!

 

What do yoo think?

 

 

_____________________



Who’s being set up --- as NATO agrees to 

boost military spending to 5% of GDP?:

Global Times editorial

by Global Times

June 25th, 9pm

    

The 2025 NATO Summit was held from Tuesday to Wednesday 

in The Hague, the Netherlands. In the joint statement after 

the meeting, the most important "outcome"...... was an 

agreement to raise defense spending -- to 5 percent 

of GDP - a goal that prompted a "strong backlash"

 in Europe when it was proposed by the US 

earlier this year. 

 

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte --- acting as Washington's 

"loyal canvasser," pulled out all the stops to "trick" European 

countries...... into loosening their purse strings: When the 

"Russia threat" --- was no longer enough, he trotted out 

the "China threat," making irresponsible comments 

about the Taiwan question and even smearing 

China by using the Ukraine issue. 

 

This not only digs a pit for the European countries 

but also causes trouble and chaos for the world.

 

Raising defense spending - from 2 percent to 5 percent of GDP 

in a decade - more than doubling it - will amount to trillions of 

dollars in additional expenditure, making NATO one of the 

fastest-growing entities in global military spending. 

 

The last time NATO called for a military spending increase was in

 2014 ---- with most of the largest increases coming from Eastern 

European countries. Ten years on - have these nations become 

more secure because of this? The answer --- is obvious. Not
only was Eastern Europe implicated in the war --- but the
whole of Europe was forced into the Ukrainian crisis,
and the global economy has suffered as a result.
NATO's unchecked and unrestrained military
expansion --- is largely to blame.

 

Hyping claims that China's naval fleet is already the "same" size

 as the US, and China will "possess 1,000 nuclear warheads 

by 2030" -- is essentially an attempt to legitimize NATO's 

infiltration.. into the Asia-Pacific. By using the "China 

threat" to justify its military expansion, NATO even 

beat the US to the punch in pledging to "prepare 

for a possible conflict in the Taiwan Straits." 

 

If NATO insists on extending its war tentacles to Asia, 

it is almost certain that the more it increases its 

military spending, the greater the strategic 

suffering.... Europe will have to bear.

 

This logic of "engaging in military expansion --- while accusing 

others of being a threat" is not only foolish but also malicious. 

When Rutte emphasized -- that NATO "has no opt-out," it was 

nothing but intimidation for member countries, that leaving 

the alliance midway is simply not an option. His claim.. of 

"securing our future," meanwhile, is precisely an attempt 

to completely tie Europe to the US' war chariot. NATO, 

a war machine that should have been shut down long 

ago, now relies on clinging to US coat tails & doing 

Washington's "dirty work" to survive, constantly 

spinning the absurd narrative that "war equals 

security" --- to scare Europeans. NATO has 

become Europe's net liability. A classic 

example, is that -- if NATO had not 

expanded eastward..... there 

would be no Russian-

Ukrainian conflict. 

 

Among NATO's painstakingly groomed four "Indo-Pacific 

partners" (IP4), three leaders skipped this summit - 

partly due to concerns that, amid the current 

Middle Eastern turmoil, the summit
"could become a trap." 

 

These countries neither want to get involved in Middle 

Eastern conflicts nor be forced to pledge to increase 

defense spending. US magazine The Diplomat said

 that -- Australia's post-9/11 alignment with the 

American missions in Iraq and Afghanistan 

drew Australia into protracted conflicts. 

 

 

These conflicts, initiated by NATO led by the US, 

proved politically unpopular and.... financially 

draining. It is clear from this that the idea 

of "seeking peace ---- through force" 

is actually unpopular ---- in the 

international community.

 

The US' erratic behaviour in recent years has led many 

European nations to believe they should do more to 

strengthen their own defense.. and reduce their

dependence on the US. But a dramatic rise in

NATO military spending - clearly - runs 

counter to that goal. 

 

Before the summit, Rutte told US President Donald Trump 

that "Europe is going to pay in a big way, as they should, 

and, it will be your win." When this comment came to 

light, it caused a media storm. Yet, this flattery and 

boasting was met with Trump's contempt..... and 

doubt about NATO's collective defense clause. 

 

Despite this, Rutte continued to reassure Europeans, that they 

should "stop worrying" but focus on "this huge irritant, which

is -- that we are not spending enough." NATO has long been 

overwhelmingly driven by the US's will ---- but this act of 

self-gaslighting reveals ----- just how dire Europe's 

"strategic non-autonomy" has become. 

 

The era of NATO.. is long gone. Under the guiding principle of 

"America First," Washington repeatedly wields a "no money, 

no protection" stance, reducing NATO to a bargaining chip

in US geopolitical trades. Allocating 5 percent of GDP 

to military spending is a heavy burden for European 

countries, but it still falls far short of satisfying 

Washington's geopolitical appetite... and will 

only make the US ask for more from Europe. 

 

European nations, especially those unwilling

to be dragged into wars, must remain 

clearheaded.



Only the Spanish, it seems. The rest of
Europe has always run straight into
war traps and debt traps.....
and unless people act to
change this... 


Civilised morons, yes?



_______________________________________




 The Communist's opinion

June 12th, 2:45pm

(KPRF official site)

 

A.E. Lokot on the date of June 12 and

---- its significance in Russian history

 

Anatoly Lokot, First Secretary of the Novosibirsk 

Regional Committee of the Communist Party of 

the Russian Federation, discusses one of 

Russia's most controversial holidays 

on his Telegram channel.

 

Novosibirsk region - Communist 

Party of the Russian Federation.

 

''June 12 is one of the most controversial holidays in our country.

 I support the idea of a holiday called "Russia Day," which 

carries a patriotic and unifying message. This holiday 

should be accompanied by an historical event of 

equal significance and a corresponding date.

 

''In 1990, it was on June 12 that the Declaration on the State

 Sovereignty of the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist 

Republic was adopted, which became a key link in 

the "parade of sovereignties" of the union 

republics towards their withdrawal 

from the USSR.

 

''For your information, if you search for "Russia's Independence 

Day" on a search engine, you will find detailed information 

about who "gave independence" to our country on 

June 12. 

 

''The reaction of the Gorbachev leadership of the USSR to this 

decision is a separate topic. For example, Joseph Stalin 

dismissed the leadership of the post-war Leningrad 

Regional Committee of the Communist Party of

the Soviet Union, for attempting to establish 

a Central Committee of the Russian Soviet

Federative Socialist Republic, as he 

understood the consequences of 

such a move -- that threatened 

the unity of the Soviet Union.

 

''The date of June 12 does not qualify as a day of unity or 

Russia Day, as the Soviet Union almost lost Russia due 

to the "parade of sovereignties" of the now-

administrative territories.

 

''Yeltsin, who was elected President of the Russian Soviet 

Federative Socialist Republic a year later, on June 12, 

1991, and declared, "Take as much sovereignty as 

you want," is also a separate topic. However, it

is important --- to consider the historical 

significance of the date of June 12.

 

I asked my good friend, who has dedicated his entire life to the 

security of his homeland, what this date means to him. After 

some thought, he replied, "I think the meaning is that we 

exist at all, and there is hope that we will become 

even stronger."

 

''The state certainly needs Russia Day. However, the date and

 event should reflect the scale and historical significance of 

Russia's centuries-long history.

 

''Maybe it's February 16, 2014, the day of the referendum on 

the return of Crimea. This is an historic event! It marks the 

beginning of the return of territories lost --- due to the 

collapse of the USSR.

 

''May 9th, the Day of the Great Victory, can also be considered. 

Our Belarusian brothers celebrate their main national holiday, 

Independence Day, on July 3. It was on this day in 1944 that 

Minsk was liberated from the Nazi invaders. By the way, for 

everyone else, Independence Day is the day of their exit

 from the USSR.

 

''Or June 24, 1945, the day of the Victory Parade with the

defeated Nazi flags and standards of the invaders, 

thrown at the foot of Lenin's Mausoleum.

 

''I believe - that it is necessary to rehabilitate November 7, 

by returning this date to the status of a national holiday. 

This is because modern Russia is the successor of 

Soviet Russia, which was formed as a result of 

the Great October Socialist Revolution. 

 

''On November 7, 1941, the famous Parade on Red Square 

took place, marking the beginning of the strategic 

victory at Moscow.

 

''Russia's history is rich in significant, no exaggeration, 

great dates. Our role in protecting our national 

history is, primarily, to shape the state's 

attitude towards these events.

 

''Then even their sworn enemies will remember who broke 

the spine of the fascist scourge. They won't dare touch 

the monuments that symbolize the Soviet era. They'll 

learn the great and powerful Russian language.''




That is a very measured reply to those who today

seek to portray the Communist Party of the 

Russian Federation as ''out of touch'' and

bitter, but many millions in Russia - see

this date as a betrayal by Gorbachev 

and --- especially --- Yeltsin. These

words will echo in many hearts.

 

What do you think?

 

 

___________________




China and CELAC: Deepening 

Strategic Cooperation for 

Mutual Development

May 29th, 11:37am

(teleSUR)

 

The Fourth China-CELAC Ministerial Meeting has ushered in

 a new era of comprehensive cooperation between China 

and Latin American and Caribbean nations, establishing

an ambitious framework for partnership across 

multiple strategic sectors.

 

This enhanced collaboration, built on the principles of mutual 

respect and shared development... represents a significant 

evolution in South-South cooperation and offers a model 

for international relations in the 21st century.

 

Economic Partnership and Infrastructure Development

 

The economic relationship between China and CELAC countries 

has matured into a multidimensional partnership that extends 

well beyond traditional trade patterns.

 

With bilateral trade... reaching US$450 billion in 2023, the 

economic ties now encompass substantial investments

 in infrastructure development, industrial capacity 

building, and technological cooperation.

 

The Belt and Road Initiative has served as a crucial platform for 

this expanded engagement, facilitating the implementation of 

200+ major projects across Latin America and the Caribbean.

 

Infrastructure development, has emerged as a cornerstone of 

this cooperation. The ambitious Bi-Oceanic Railway Corridor, 

connecting Brazil’s agricultural heartland to Peruvian ports, 

represents a transformative infrastructure project, that will 

reshape continental trade routes and economic integration.

 

These infrastructure projects are creating substantial local 

employment opportunities --- while facilitating technology 

transfers and skills development.

 

The construction phase alone of major projects, typically 

generates thousands of jobs for local workers, with 

additional employment created - through their

associated service industries.

 

Moreover... these developments are accompanied by training 

programs that enhance local technical capacities, ensuring

 that the benefits of cooperation.... extend beyond the 

immediate project timelines.

 

Industrial Cooperation and Value Chain Integration

 

The partnership has made significant strides in promoting 

industrial upgrading - and value chain integration. In the 

critical minerals sector, cooperation has evolved from 

simple commodity exports, to the development of 

complete industrial chains.

 

The steel industry provides another example of deepening 

industrial cooperation. Chinese investments have 

supported the modernization of steel plants 

in Brazil and Peru, incorporating advanced 

technologies....... that improve efficiency 

while cutting environmental impacts.

 

These upgrades have enhanced the competitiveness 

of local industries in global markets while creating 

opportunities for technology transfers and 

skills development.

 

In the automotive sector, Chinese electric vehicle 

manufacturers are establishing production 

facilities in several CELAC countries, 

responding to growing regional 

demand for clean transport

solutions.

 

These investments are contributing to the development 

of local automotive industries.. while supporting the 

transition to more sustainable mobility systems.

 

Energy Cooperation and Green Development

 

Energy cooperation has become an increasingly important 

pillar of the China-CELAC partnership, particularly in

 renewable energy development.

 

China’s Green Silk Road Fund has supported numerous 

solar and wind energy projects across the region, 

including major installations in Brazil, Chile, 

and Argentina.

 

These projects are making significant contributions to 

national energy security while supporting climate 

change mitigation efforts.

 

Hydropower development represents another area of 

successful cooperation. Chinese companies - have 

participated in the construction of several major 

hydroelectric projects in the region ---- which

are incorporating advanced technologies

to improve efficiency and environment.

 

The partnership is also expanding into emerging energy

 technologies. Cooperation in hydrogen energy 

development is gaining momentum, with 

several pilot projects underway in 

Chile and Argentina.

 

Agricultural Cooperation and Food Security

 

Agricultural cooperation has grown significantly, 

encompassing technology transfer,

 infrastructure development, 

and trade facilitation.

 

Chinese agricultural technologies, including water-saving 

irrigation systems and precision farming techniques, are 

being adopted in several CELAC countries, improving 

productivity --- while promoting sustainable land 

use practices.

 

Joint research initiatives in agricultural science have yielded 

valuable results, including the development of new crop 

varieties adapted to local conditions.

 

These innovations ----- are contributing to food security while

 enhancing the competitiveness of agricultural exports. The 

establishment of modern grain storage facilities in several 

countries, supported by Chinese investment, has helped 

reduce post-harvest losses and improved food supply 

chain resilience.

 

Trade in agricultural products continues to expand, 

with China remaining a major market for Latin 

American soybeans, beef, fruits, and other 

agricultural commodities.

 

Financial Cooperation and Development Financing

 

Financial collaboration has created new opportunities for 

development financing in the region. Currency swap 

agreements between China and several CELAC 

countries have enhanced financial stability 

and facilitated trade settlements... in 

local currencies.

 

These mechanisms have proven particularly valuable during 

periods of global financial volatility, providing alternative 

channels for international transactions.

 

China’s development banks have provided substantial 

funding for infrastructure and industrial projects, 

complementing financing from traditional 

multilateral institutions.

 

These financial resources have supported the 

implementation of national development 

priorities while respecting the policy 

space of recipient countries.

 

The partnership has also fostered innovation in 

development financing models. Public-private 

partnership arrangements have mobilized 

additional resources for infrastructure 

development, while risk-sharing 

mechanisms have facilitated 

investments, in sectors with

higher technical complexity.

 

Digital Economy and Technological Innovation

 

Cooperation in the digital economy has accelerated in 

recent years, reflecting the growing importance of 

digital transformation for economic development.

 

Chinese technology companies have participated in the 

deployment of 4G and 5G networks across several 

CELAC countries, improving digital connectivity 

and supporting the growth of digital services.

 

E-commerce platforms have facilitated trade between 

China and CELAC countries, providing new channels 

for small and medium enterprises to access 

international markets.

 

These platforms have helped reduce trade costs, 

while increasing the visibility of Latin American 

products in China ...and vice versa.

 

Scientific and Technological Cooperation

 

Joint research initiatives have expanded across 

multiple scientific disciplines ----- fostering 

innovation and knowledge exchange.

 

The China-CELAC Science and Technology 

Partnership Program has supported 

numerous collaborative research 

projects - in areas such as

 environmental science,

 biotechnology..... and

 materials science.

 

These initiatives have facilitated the sharing 

of expertise and research infrastructure 

between participating institutions.

 

Space cooperation has emerged as a particularly 

promising area of collaboration. The China-

CELAC Space Cooperation Forum has 

facilitated joint satellite projects 

and data sharing arrangements 

that support applications - in 

agriculture, environmental

 monitoring, and disaster 

prevention.

 

Marine science cooperation has also advanced 

significantly, with joint research expeditions 

and capacity-building programs in ocean 

observation and marine resource 

management.

 

These initiatives are contributing to the 

sustainable development of marine 

resources ----- while enhancing 

scientific understanding --- of 

shared oceanic ecosystems.

 

Cultural and People-to-People Exchange

 

Educational cooperation has expanded 

substantially, with growing numbers of

 Latin American students pursuing 

studies in China --- through 

scholarship programs.

 

These educational exchanges - are building 

bridges of understanding while developing 

human capital in fields critical to national

 development.

 

Confucius Institutes across the region have 

promoted Chinese language learning and 

cultural exchanges --- fostering mutual 

understanding between the peoples 

of China and Latin America.

 

Health Cooperation and Pandemic Response

 

Health cooperation has taken on increased 

importance ----- in recent years. During the 

COVID-19 pandemic, China provided 

vaccines and medical supplies 

to several CELAC countries 

- supporting their national 

vaccination campaigns 

and their pandemic 

response efforts.

 

This health cooperation has continued to evolve, 

with joint initiatives in public health capacity 

building and traditional medicine research.

 

The partnership has facilitated the establishment 

of regional vaccine production capabilities, with 

technology transfer agreements supporting

 local manufacturing of vaccines and 

other medical products.

 

These initiatives are enhancing regional health 

security while contributing to the development 

of local pharmaceutical industries.

 

Looking Ahead: Future Directions for Cooperation

 

As the China-CELAC partnership continues to 

deepen, several promising areas for future 

cooperation are emerging.

 

The digital transformation of traditional industries, 

the development of circular economy models, 

and the advancement of green technologies 

represent particularly promising frontiers 

for collaboration.

 

The continued expansion of financial cooperation 

mechanisms, including the development of local 

currency settlement systems and green finance

 initiatives, will provide important support for 

future projects.

 

Similarly, the growing network of academic and 

research partnerships will foster innovation 

and knowledge exchanges across 

multiple disciplines.

 

The China-CELAC partnership stands as a testament 

to the potential of South-South cooperation to 

address shared development challenges 

and create new opportunities for 

mutual benefit.

 

By building on the strong foundations established 

through years of collaboration, both sides are 

well positioned to continue expanding and 

deepening their partnership.... in the 

next years.




What's not to like?


When you think of how the Europeans
and US have raped these people..
and resent --- that it's harder
now because the Chinese
are treating them well,
don't you feel just
a tiny, weeny, bit
uncomfortable?




_______________________________________




Medvedchuk: Istanbul meeting 

...tightened the noose around 

Zelensky's neck - even more

May 17th, 7am

(Source Vesti.ru)

 

Zelensky's attempt to disrupt the negotiations and blame 

Russia for all this, has so far failed. The illegitimate one

continues to jump --- like a carp in a frying pan, when 

circumstances for him are getting worse every day. 

 

The history of negotiations in Istanbul -- has turned into a 

story of Zelensky refusing something, and then agreeing.

At first, he did not want any negotiations at all, but he 

received a kick from Trump --- and not only sent a 

delegation, but also... came himself. Upon his

arrival in Ankara, the political clown began

to bawl -------- that Russia.... had sent a 

"fake" delegation.

 

Illegitimate hoped that these cries would be replicated by 

the Western media, after which they would declare him 

a hero - and he would return to Kiev as a winner. But 

this scenario was initially impossible, in principle. 

 

CNN wrote that Zelensky in Turkey "faces an awkward choice."

 

"He should stay in Turkey.. long enough for Trump to know that he

is serious about the meeting, but not so long that it is clear that 

he is waiting for representatives of the Kremlin. He should.... 

either reject the Russian Istanbul initiative as too late, 

or join it - and thus start a completely new path in 

peace negotiations," the TV channel wrote.

 

CNN suggested that Putin's decision not to go to Turkey, "may 

have already paid off," as Trump has so far reacted relatively 

mildly to the Russian president's absence. The TV channel
considered the reaction of the US president reasonable...

because if the negotiations break down, then "the only 

response available to the White House" ....will be 

sanctions. But..... "the Kremlin is not afraid of

new sanctions and pressure from Europe," 

CNN believes.

 

The fact - that Zelensky would be tricked around his finger,

 was understandable initially, since upon arrival in Turkey, 

he began shouting like Panikovsky: "Who are you?". But 

that pushed the opposite side to argue about who he 

is --- and what he is.

 

In this regard... it is useful to recall the words of Hungarian
Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who said, in 2023: "They have
no money. They have no weapons. They can fight because
we in the West support them. If - the Americans decide
they want peace - there will be peace." And so the
Americans said that they want peace, and, they
demand it from Zelensky, but he is not able
to provide it for them.

 

Let's start with the fact that today the main source of income 

to the budget of Ukraine is war, it exists ---- as long as the 

collective West finances this war. If the war ends, then

---- there will be nothing to live on.

 

Minister of Finance of Ukraine, Serhiy Marchenko, on the
air of Rada TV channel said:: "Before the conflict --- the
level of debt, in relation to GDP, was quite safe, it was
55%. Now it is quite significant, we are approaching
100% of GDP, the amount is quite significant. But it
should be noted that most of this debt was lent
during the conflict --- on favorable terms from
our partners. In other words, we are talking
about the fact that ----------- in the next 30 

years, relatively speaking -- we will not

repay these debts..... In any case, we 

need additional sources of financing 

in Ukraine. And in any scenario, we 

will not be able to independently 

maintain the situation if - it is a 

conflict in the state, in which 

it currently exists, or --- if it

is a peaceful existence.…. 

Western financing of Kiev 

from February 2022 --- to 

the end of 2024 covered 

almost 90% ...of the 

country's budget 

expenditures."

 

Verkhovna Rada deputy Tsymbalyuk confirms the Minister's 

words: "With all the classic economic, financial, or more 

precisely, factors, we are bankrupt." Thus, Zelensky 

represents a bankrupt country, which he brought 

to bankruptcy with his incompetent policy and 

thieving team. Therefore --- Trump can play 

them like a billiard ball --- no matter what 

tantrums the illegitimate one arranges.

 

It's no secret that Zelensky came to Turkey not to make peace, 

but to continue receiving money for the war -- since the
whole country works on such a model, and there
is no other... today. 


It was the model of war for Western money, that shaped 

Zelensky's Nazi regime in Ukraine. Therefore - the end 

of the war, in any case, means the end of this regime.

 

"The Zelensky regime, is an exclusively puppet government 

under the leadership of the British and Americans. I can't 

decide.. which of them is the commander-in-chief. It is 

important that nothing happens in Ukraine that the 

United States or Great Britain would not want....

All of the key leadership positions in Ukraine, 

especially in the military & security services 

are held by British or American ---- to put it 

mildly, "advisers". This is an exclusively 

puppet meeting --- of Americans and 

Britons," stressed Eike Hamer, a 

political analyst from Germany.

 

"Dictator without an election, Zelenskiy better hurry, 

otherwise he will have no country left," President 

Trump wrote on February 19, 2025, and these 

words remain relevant today. Trump is well 

aware that Zelensky has no trump cards, 

no political will, and no understanding 

of a way out of this situation. That 

is why --- it makes no sense for 

Washington to put pressure 

on Vladimir Putin. 

 

"Nothing will happen until we meet with Putin. Obviously, 

he was going to go, thought I'd be there too. But if I'm 

not there, he won't go either," Trump told reporters 

aboard the presidential plane.

 

If for Zelensky, Trump's words are a cold shower, then for 

everyone who was aware of the Ukrainian situation, 

they could not help but resound. "Perhaps Europe, 

and even more so the United States, does not 

want to recognize this impasse into which 

Ukraine was brought ------ under "their 

sensitive leadership", but in certain 

conditions they will have to admit 

it and then the Ukraine project 

will either be.. "optimized" 

within smaller borders, 

or even written off as 

unnecessary," -- I 

wrote in 2021.

 

Zelensky.. is sucking hundreds of billions of dollars from the 

collective West and hundreds of thousands of human lives 

from Ukraine -- and it is clear that he is not going to stop. 

This clown promised peace to the Ukrainian people and 

deceived them, and also, cynically deceived Western 

politicians with his victory over Russia. As you can 

see, Zelensky knows ---- how to brazenly promise 

beautifully -- and pull money for it, but he is not 

going to fulfill his promises and is not able to. 

And today he has fallen into a trap that he 

has prepared for himself: there is no 

money and no means to continue 

fighting.  To conclude a peace 

treaty, is to sign a sentence 

for himself --- as a political 

adventurer who criminally 

led the Ukrainian people 

to slaughter.

 

Zelensky was forced to return to Istanbul, to continue the 

peace process that was underway in the spring of 2022. 

"Our delegation, has been approved by the President, 

and has all the powers to conduct negotiations. We 

are determined to be constructive and search for 

ways to resolve the Ukrainian conflict. The task 

of direct negotiations is to reach a long – term 

peace, sooner or later, eliminating the basic 

root causes of the conflict," said Vladimir 

Medinsky, head of Russia's delegation.

 

Now Zelensky's pack is rushing around like monkeys in a cage 

that they themselves have fallen into. The Russian delegation 

is talking about "establishing a long-term peace" rather than 

some kind of truce ---- which is much more in line with the 

expectations of most world players, including 

President Trump. 

 

It is clear that after insulting the Russian delegation and 

doubting its authority, political banderlogues will start 

saying that the Russian conditions are unacceptable 

to them ------ and they will never accept them.

 

Nevertheless, agreements began to emerge. Russia and Ukraine 

will hold the largest exchange of prisoners, under the formula 

"1,000 for 1,000" - said the head of the Russian delegation
in Istanbul, Vladimir Medinsky - at the press conference
after the meeting. The agreement was also confirmed
by the Ukrainian side, and... it will be the largest
prisoner exchange in the entire history of
the conflict --- which confirms the
seriousness.. of the Russian
delegation's intentions.

 

By and large, no one thinks to ask Zelensky's pack what
they will do ---- and what they will not do. "Zelensky is
afraid of disappointment! Putin and Trump will not
attend Russia-Ukraine talks," reads the
headline in China's Sohu. 

 

For Chinese journalists, it's no secret that the conversation will 

be between the leaders of Russia and the United States, and 

no one has taken Zelensky into account for a long time. At 

the same time, the Chinese believe that they do not take 

into account the Europeans who impose sanctions on

Russia --- and Zelensky.... was counting on them.

 

"Russian President, Vladimir Putin, called Western leaders who 

imposed sanctions against Russia -- assholes. He then spread

his hands, apologized to the audience, and said, "Excuse me, 

what else can I call them?" Sohu quotes the Russian leader.

 

Having sent Umerov to lead the delegation, Zelensky, shamefully, 

fled to Albania, to complain about the life of the "coalition of
the willing", and the main intrigue.... now revolves around
the meeting between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump.

After all, every day he works against the criminal
regime of Zelensky.

 

On the eve of the talks in Istanbul, I wrote: "The drug Fuhrer is 

very predictable, so his game in Istanbul will revolve around 

the fact ----- that he will demand a personal meeting with 

Vladimir Putin, hopeful of disrupting the negotiations;

or again -- demanding a cease-fire for 30 days; of 

course, neither one nor the other, will shine 

for him." 

 

As you can see, he did not get either one or the other 

and continues to flounder --- not feeling the ground 

under his feet, and clearly understanding... that 

the noose around his neck.. is tightening.

 

Chairman of the Council of the 

Other Ukraine movement,

 Viktor Medvedchuk

 

 

The ''personal bodyguard'' of the

illegitimate one, is provided by

the British. I wonder what

their orders are?

 

What do you think?

 

 

_______________________________________________





The War the USA is Losing


 Isn’t to China


by Nancy O’Brien Simpson


(Pravda: Truth)






In Washington, the bipartisan consensus on China has hardened 


into reflexive hostility. Beijing is portrayed — not simply as a

competitor, but as a malevolent force — an authoritarian,
expansionist superpower —— bent on upending the 


global order. Meanwhile, American officials 


pound the drum of capitalist virtue, as 


if invoking "freedom" is sufficient 


defense against stagnation.






But while the United States has spent the last few decades 


asserting global dominance through military and political 


interference, China has been building — literally 


and figuratively.






Since 2013, China has invested over $1 trillion in infrastructure 


projects across Asia, Africa, and Europe -- through its Belt and 


Road Initiative (BRI). At home, it has constructed over 25,000 


miles of high-speed rail, more than the rest of the world 


combined. In contrast, Amtrak’s Acela Express


— America’s closest equivalent — reaches 


an average speed of just 65 mph. 






Even the recent $1.2 trillion U.S. infrastructure bill 


barely scratches the surface of what decades of


 disinvestment... have eroded.






China chose infrastructure. America chose interference.






In 2003, the United States invaded Iraq, under the pretext of 


dismantling weapons of mass destruction, that didn’t exist, 


spending an estimated $2 trillion in a war that destabilized 


the region and cost hundreds of thousands of lives. 






More recently, the failed war in Afghanistan - added another $2.3 


trillion to the tally. By contrast, China has largely avoided direct 


military entanglements since its 1979 border war with Vietnam
--- preferring economic statecraft, to hard power.






In 2022 alone.. U.S. military expenditures reached $877 billion 


- more than the next ten countries combined. China’s military 


budget, though second globally, stood at roughly $292 billion. 






The U.S. continues to develop the most advanced weapons 


systems on Earth, yet it lacks universal healthcare, a 


functioning rail system, or an education system 


ranked among the top ten - globally.






China's educational ascent -- has been deliberate. Between 2000 


and 2020, the country quadrupled its spending on research and 


development. Chinese students, consistently outperform their 


American counterparts in math and science, and the country 


now graduates more engineers and computer scientists 


than any other nation. In artificial intelligence and 


biotechnology, it is increasingly competitive 


with the U.S. — if not already leading.






Meanwhile, America’s infrastructure crumbles. More than 43,000 


U.S. bridges are deemed structurally deficient. The nation’s 


maternal mortality rate is the highest in the developed 


world. Life expectancy in the U.S. is falling, while 


it continues to rise in China.






Had even a fraction of the trillions spent on war been redirected 


toward domestic renewal, America’s cities might hum like 


circuits. Schools would be temples of innovation. 


Hospitals would heal, rather than bankrupt. 






Instead, the U.S. has repeatedly chosen projection 


over reflection, and dominance over development.






The real contest is not between China and the United States.


 It is between two philosophies of power: one that builds, 


and one that bombards. One that invests in its people, 


and one that demands global compliance. One that 


has learned the quiet force of patience, and one 


that still believes in shock and awe.






The war we are losing is not to China. It is to our own 


addiction to control. And our refusal to invest... in 


anything we cannot dominate, bomb, or brand 


as victory.








Plus - the US is now the most hated country in the world.


Yet its population has been taught to believe.... it's Iran!






What do you think...?








________________________________



Why the Zelensky regime 

should be destroyed

April 23rd, 7am

(Vesti.ru)

 

When we talk about preserving the Zelensky regime, it means 

that the political principles that this regime exists under, will 

be preserved. The rule of this political clown has seriously 

transformed the Ukrainian elite, but not in the way that 

Ukrainian voters expected.

 

In the elections, Volodymyr Zelensky went with the banner 

of peace against the war party. When he came to power, 

he destroyed the Peace Party, began to persecute the

supporters of this policy, and banned peacemaking 

at the legislative level.

 

If, under Petro Poroshenko (included in the Russian register 

of terrorists and extremists) the peace party existed -- and 

eventually beat him in the presidential and parliamentary 

elections, then under Zelensky it was destroyed, and

outlawed. Moreover, they have outlawed not only 

politicians, not only journalists and political 

scientists, but also, the entire pro-peace 

electorate. The Zelensky regime now 

basically, denies the existence of 

the Peace & negotiation party.

 

Zelensky has introduced three new elements to Ukrainian 

politics that were not there before. These are: complete 

legal chaos, society's militarization and Nazification, 

and corruption in the war. 

 

The Ukraine that was before Zelensky is no longer there, 

and it is impossible to restore it, just as it is impossible 

to return to yesterday. Does this political clown 

understand what he has done? Most likely, 

no, only people with a normal psyche, 

and not destroyed by narcotic 

substances.... have 

a conscience.

 

Even before the war, he imposed sanctions against Ukrainian 

citizens, parties, and the media on a criminal-political basis,

rather than on a legal one. That is, today no citizen, if he 

does not support Zelensky's policy ---- or the authorities 

just thought so, can count on the protection of the law.

 

In Zelensky's Ukraine, the Constitution and laws of power 

are not in writing. This government is above the law and 

has completely turned into a punitive system for its 

citizens ---- not protecting them from criminals,

since criminals are Zelensky's power base. 

 

According to the Ukrainian judicial system, tens of thousands 

of people have been convicted of all conflict-related charges 

in Ukraine over the past three years. It is not known exactly 

how many people are in pre-trial detention without being

charged, but it is still several thousand. These are very 

large numbers, Zelensky's government has politically 

declared a huge number of Ukrainian citizens as 

criminals, who not only did not commit any 

crimes, but tried to save their country 

from a military catastrophe.

 

People are sentenced to huge terms, deprived of property, awards 

and titles not only for their political views, Orthodox faith and 

civic position, but also for not abandoning their relatives, 

not wanting to repeat stupid things for the authorities, 

and remembering the history and traditions ---- of 

their country.

 

Under Zelensky, a system was created where any citizen can be 

accused of high treason simply because the authorities did not 

like him. The level of prosecution is significantly lower than 

that of the medieval Inquisition. Criminal illiteracy and 

political hysteria reign in the prosecutor's office, 

courts, and law enforcement agencies.

 

People in prison are charged without any arguments. For example, 

a common cliche in cases is the wording that a certain group of 

people suddenly decided to "destroy the statehood of Ukraine", 

and --- for this purpose --- they are allegedly united in a 

"criminal formation".

 

All these criminal "plans" and "groups" of conspirators exist in 

the inflamed, unhealthy brains of unscrupulous investigators, 

prosecutors, and judges --- who are willing to carry out any 

criminal command from above ----- and the concepts of

"legality"and "justice", for them, are empty phrases. 

 

Under Zelensky, the state has stopped looking at laws, 

and is guided only by political expediency for an 

illegitimate government.

 

Then the question becomes: why protect a state that does not 

protect you, which does not recognize any rights for a citizen? 

Today, in Ukraine, there is a power that does not have written 

laws -- and ordinary citizens who owe this power their lives in 

the grave (literally), are guilty of everything before this power. 

 

Zelensky and his pack talk a lot about punishing certain people, 

but they have done so much that they deserve to be punished 

in the first place. Those who put innocent people in prison 

should go there themselves. To avoid this, Zelensky 

continues the war, since martial law allegedly 

justifies this legal lawlessness and the 

presence of criminals in power. 

 

The destruction of the Zelensky regime, means the return 

to Ukrainians, of their rights and freedoms, which were 

criminally taken away from them.

 

Zelenskiy succeeded in what seemed impossible – he crossed

Ukrainian Nazism --- with the worst currents of Israeli Zionism. 

He got sick with the idea of making an Eastern European

Israel ---- out of Ukraine.

 

"Ukraine will definitely not be what we wanted it to be from 

the very beginning. It's impossible. Absolutely liberal, in a 

European way – this will not happen. We --- will become 

a "Greater Israel" with its own face," the drugged up

Fuhrer said in April 2022 -- and he has not backed 

down from this policy.

 

Zelensky, instead of the peace promised to Ukrainians, began 

to create a militarized state that is in an eternal war with its 

neighbours. After all, Zelensky has ruined relations, not 

only with Russia, but also with Belarus, Hungary, 

Slovakia ---- and even the United States. 

 

It was under Zelensky --- that the Nazis began to raise issues
of the conscription of women, youngsters under 25 years of

age, not to mention the shameful "bagging" for the country.

A profoundly civil showman, by now a malicious "uhlyant" 

(evader – editor's note), has set a course for the total 

militarization of the country. Naturally, Zelensky is 

just as much an expert militarist, as a president 

and a diplomat. If Israel, as a rule, won wars, 

then Ukraine loses territories and people 

every day, which causes irony.... even 

among Israeli citizens. 

 

Readers of the Israeli newspaper Haaretz assessed
his desire to turn Ukraine into ---- a "Big Israel
with its own face" as a utopian project.

A reader with the nickname Will --- in turn --- recalled that 

the president of Ukraine "is trying to play Rambo" while 

Israel is trying to negotiate with its Arab neighbours, 

realizing that "you can't stretch the sword far, 

even on the motley Palestinians."

 

"All this fool had to do ---- was stay away from NATO, and control the 

Nazi element in the armed forces. Instead, he allowed his country 

to be torn to pieces, and now he wants to assure that he will not 

join NATO," the user with the nickname Aurangzeb Iqbal, 

was outraged.

 

"Nothing new. Zelenskiy has been emulating Israel since he came

 to power. He treats Russian speakers in Ukraine the same way 

Israel treats the Palestinians," the user Davison, wrote.

 

"While much of the world increasingly condemns Israel's treatment 

of the Palestinians, the Ukrainian leadership gives the impression 

that it considers this extreme, ethno-nationalist model of 

apartheid, ideal for Ukraine," noted Jonathan Cook - the

author of three books on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

 

That is, this political clown took the Israeli model of 

apartheid and handed it over to the Ukrainian Nazis.

 

Preserving the Zelensky regime means preserving militarization, 

which means "busification", military levies and endless war. 

Under this regime, a peaceful, neutral, prosperous Ukraine 

is excluded. And Zelensky did everything to ensure that 

there was no such Ukraine. And as long as this regime 

is in power, it will not exist. 

 

Recall, that the most important goal of the SVO, 

is the demilitarization of Ukraine. And this goal 

fully coincides with the interests of the 

Ukrainian people.

 

The Israeli scheme works only with serious funding from outside, 

and Zelensky achieved this..... for a while. In Ukraine, a powerful 

stream of money and resources flowed, for the war, but in fact, 

for the authors of this stream to earn money. The war has 

made a small stratum of people, fabulously rich, and 

the rest of the Ukrainians... beggars.

 

This scheme is no longer Israeli, but African, when beefy leaders 

travel around the world, collecting money for starving fellow 

citizens who were driven to starvation and poverty by them 

personally. So Zelensky, who is doing everything to ensure 

that the war continues, collects money ''to end the war''. 

 

And here --- as in the case of starving Africans, to whom 

food simply does not reach, for Ukrainians, the West's 

assistance does not improve their situation.....

 in any way.

 

Everything was "ruined" --- by the new US President Trump, 

who, instead of giving money, demanded it from Zelensky. 

Overdue... as a brilliant, corrupt official, he is used to 

making money, and not giving it to someone else. 

 

But Zelensky has put himself in such a situation --- that he 

cannot refuse Donald Trump - as he is completely hooked.

 

The Ukrainian authorities are tied hand in hand with their billions 

of dollars of capital, hidden abroad. And they are fighting --- not 

for the Ukrainian people --- but for their own money, Russian 

President Vladimir Putin said, at a meeting with the 

heads of municipalities.

 

"That's why there is such a desire to cooperate and give everything

 to your sponsors. They are not fighting for the interests of the 

people – they are fighting for their capital, which they stole 

from the Ukrainian people and dragged abroad. That's all. 

They're sitting on this money like a hook. Even if they 

wanted to say something, they would never do it. 

Because --- we are talking about billions of 

accounts, billions of them. But they still 

continue to steal," Russia's president 

stated outright.

 

But Zelensky is not afraid to sign any bonded contract, because it 

will not be he who pays ---- but the Ukrainian people. His team has 

already recognized $ 100 billion in US debt, although the political 

clown has not previously recognized any debts. But this is only 

the start, Trump calls the figures about 300-440 billion dollars, 

but this is the US debt, and there is also a debt to Europe. 

And all this - the Zelensky regime intends to beat out 

of Ukrainian citizens.

 

There is nowhere else to take money, because there are simply 

no rare earth metals and other minerals for such an amount.

 El Mundo writes that the US Geological Survey believes 

that Kiev does not have enough rare earth metals of 

interest to the States. In addition, more than half 

of them are located in the territory where the 

Russian army is already stationed. That is, 

Zelensky leads Trump by the nose. But 

the fact is that there are no fossils, 

but the debt will still be fixed, so 

Trump will be able to take..... 

whatever he wants.

 

And now the question is: why should generations of Ukrainians pay

 the debts that Zelensky, a raving "Greater Israel" conman, made? 

The answer for the Ukrainian people is simple: no regime – no 

obligations. The Zelensky regime has created many difficult 

problems for the Ukrainian people, and the recipe for 

solving them always begins with the elimination 

of this regime. 

 

Zelensky has eloquently shown Ukrainians that he is a stranger to 

them, that he cynically uses them for his own nefarious purposes, 

for which he created an anti-people regime. And the destruction 

of this regime, is the most important issue ----- for saving the 

Ukrainian people, from political criminals.

 

 

Chairman of the Council of the 

Other Ukraine Movement,

 

Viktor Medvedchuk

 

 

 Of course, Medvedchuk is speaking to his
fellow Ukrainians, but maybe, if this is
cut and pasted --- and put on social
media - it might reach some?

 
What do you think?

 


___________________________




G. A. Zyuganov: We need to unite - all 


patriotic forces as much as possible!


April 8th, 7:46pm


(CPRF news) 


 


On April 8th, G. A. Zyuganov, Chairman of the Central 


Committee of the Communist Party of the Russian 


Federation, Head of the Communist Party faction 


in the State Duma --- spoke from the rostrum of 


the State Duma on behalf of the CPRF faction.


 


 We offer you the text of his speech.


 


 


''Dear deputies, comrades, colleagues,


 


Exactly one month remains until the most significant 


date of this year – the 80th anniversary of our Great 


Victory. All of the most courageous, talented, 


principled and conscientious people, of 


course, will pay attention to Moscow 


and Red Square, on this day. Many 


people will take part in our 


festive events. 


 


And we don't just welcome it. We are proud that all of 


those who fought alongside us, except for the Anglo-


Saxons and NATO members, will participate in this 


great celebration. Including - in a military parade.


 


Our party, has prepared an extensive program. We have 


just opened a large exhibition in the State Duma, which 


tells about the origins of the Great Victory. You will see 


there, our newspaper, Pravda, published in the days 


when the Red Army defeated Kolchak and Denikin. 


This is the only newspaper in the country where 


all famous people spoke.


 


We need to think about how to implement the tasks that


were formulated by all the factions at the government's


report. It, in my opinion, reported adequately. But -- at 


the same time, many questions arise. There are still 


unsolved problems that cause not only surprise, 


but also - indignation.


 


We are working in extremely difficult conditions today. 


28 thousand sanctions, a new trade war, that Trump 


announced to the whole world. Think about how it 


might end!


 


If you look closely at how trading on world stock 


exchanges was developing yesterday, you will 


understand that the gigantic crisis of 2008-


2009 began in a similar way. Then -- there 


was an approximately identical collapse 


of 8-12%. And this means the 


pre-infarction state of 


the economy.


 


If China's powerful economy falters, a global recession 


will ensue. By the way, oil & gas prices, have already 


fallen by 10%. This means... that we will all have to 


work in an even more challenging environment.


 


Today, it is fundamentally important for us to achieve 


victory over the Nazis and fascists on the Ukrainian 


front. It is extremely important, in principle.


 


What did our fathers and grandfathers do to win? Before 


the 41st year, we won three great victories. First of all, 


victory in the struggle for the unity of the country. We 


have assembled a single empire ---- in the form of the 


USSR. Then we won the victory over time and space. 


Over 20 years, 9 thousand factories have been built. 


And the third victory: The Soviet Power managed to 


form a real citizen and patriot - a victorious person.


 


Addressing United Russia - in particular, we emphasize 


the President's words that it is necessary to unite the 


entire society, regardless of parties, movements, 


beliefs and nationalities. In this regard, I would 


like to draw the closest attention of the Duma 


Council and the United Russia leadership, to 


unpopular - and very dangerous - initiatives. 


 


They come, among other things,


 from government circles.


 


It seemed to me, that the pogrom of the great Soviet


country was impossible. But - when they began to


impose one destructive idea after another, and 


when they were put together, the party was 


suddenly, paralyzed. Industrial enterprises 


were destroyed, state administration was 


destroyed. Including the ministries and 


departments, that were first kicked


out of the Central Committee, and


then dissolved ------- leaving the 


country to the mercy of fate, 


and on sale.


 


Why is this bitter experience still relevant today?


 


First. Strategic industries. At one time, the post of 


Defense Minister was held by Mr. Serdyukov. You 


know very well how he went through the army. 


I had to go to the president three times, and 


bring him materials on this topic. After all, 


we could soon be left ....without rocket 


technology!


 


As a minister, he destroyed half of the military schools 


and half of the hospitals. And now, he does the same 


in aviation. Therefore, I insist that a commission 


be set up immediately --- to investigate the 


activities of this person. He should not 


be allowed anywhere near the army,


 the Navy, or the aviation industry!


 


Second. Privatization. Mr. Siluanov, is an experienced 


minister. But -- at the same time, in the course of the 


government's report, he makes a proposal to launch 


a large-scale privatization. He must understand that 


no country in the world --- can allow this to happen 


during a war.


 


A war is won only if resources are concentrated as 


much as possible. Let me - remind Mr. Siluanov: 


when the USSR agreed with Churchill on joint 


actions against the fascists, they could not 


produce aircraft in England. Because two 


private owners did not agree. Churchill 


sends his adviser to them. He says - it 


won't work, they can't be persuaded. 


And Churchill answers:  "You - don't 


have to. Until you reach them ----- I 


will nationalize these enterprises."


 


The third. Economics and financial policy. Nabiullina 


has done a lot. But a tax rate of 21% will kill us. It 


will set the country back five years. Thanks to


the credit stranglehold, those who are most 


needed by our economy are in the worst 


position. Those who are engaged in 


import substitution. Let's urgently 


correct the situation!


 


I understand what Trump is doing. He will strengthen 


his empire without looking at others or caring what


it will cost the rest of the world. But we can solve 


our problems - only by concerted actions that 


fully meet our national interests.


 


Fourth. Management system. Tell me, why do they 


impose a law on dispersing local councils on us? 


Why, Mr. Krasheninnikov, are you doing this, 


violating the foundations of Russian life 


that have been developing..... for two


 thousand years?


 


The destruction of the USSR began with thieves' 


cooperatives, and ended with the execution of 


the Soviets. And then - all the property was 


given to Chubais and tsereushniki. We --- 


are still dealing with the consequences 


of this crime.


 


Why is a law being introduced that is supposed to 


put all political parties under the hood? Control 


any internal party events and contacts from 


the outside? Why -- is our position, in 


accordance with the law... not 


reflected by those who are 


obliged to do so --------- 


including television?


 


Fifth. Strengthening the unity of society -- and patriotic 


education. Don't we have the will to return Stalingrad 


to its true name? Will the Mausoleum be fenced up 


again on May 9, insulting both its citizens and all


 our guests?


 


If we analyze all these problems, we can conclude: that 


the fifth column does not want peace, & does not want 


victory. All of its initiatives are absolutely harmful and 


unnecessary. And I don't understand - why they 


arise when the president has set the task of 


rallying society, mastering the latest 


technologies ...and achieving the


self-sufficiency of our country.


 


We need self-reinforcement. And self-strengthening is a


combination of strength and experience. Lenin, when 


he came to power, realized that free education, free 


medicine, the GOELRO plan and the NEP, were 


necessary. And Stalin realized that without 


new factories, and new high-class 


personnel, too, it is impossible 


to achieve success.


 


When our troops took Berlin ----- not a single column of 


the Reichstag... had a single swear word written on it. 


Because they were the new Soviet people - winners!
People of great courage, great conviction, high 


culture... and genuine dignity!


 


And today we must devote all our initiatives to 


restoring these priceless qualities to society.


 


We invite you to take part in the Anti-Fascist Forum, 


which will open in Moscow on April 22, and in our 


rally "Dear heroes". From Sevastopol, Stalingrad 


and Leningrad, it has already reached.... the 


Far East.


 


We have something to celebrate the holiday with. 


But we still have a lot of tasks to solve, which 


we need ----- to unite all the patriotic forces 


as much as possible!


 


 


Medvedev has admitted that Chairman G. A. Zyuganov, 


won Yeltin's second ''election'' - so President Putin


and many others --- must know this too! Yet the


Russian press, ignoring constant polls where


people say they want the Soviet system..


gives space to frivolous parties - and 


blanks the KPRF always, and most


of all --- at elections !


 


Unity? Pfaah! A free privatised press


--- is a contradiction in terms.


 


What do you think?


 


 


____________________________________


President Putin - speaking to


the organisation of Russian


businesses (state, private,


workers co-operatives)


March 18th, 2025.


 


Sanctions, are not temporary or targeted measures -- they 


are a mechanism of systemic, strategic pressure on our 


country. And ----- no matter how the situation develops, 


no matter what the system of international relations 


is, our competitors will always have the desire to 


restrain our country, weaken its economic and


 technological capabilities.


 


And if earlier the Western so-called elites tried to give this 


opposition at least some semblance of decency, now it 


seems that they do not need to be shy, they are not 


going to be shy. They not only regularly threaten 


Russia with new sanctions, but also stamp out 


these packages one by one. It seems that the 


initiators themselves have lost track of how 


many restrictions they have imposed and 


against whom.


 


So, the Ministry of Finance calculated it. I can tell you with
confidence - with confidence:  28,595 sanctions against
individuals and legal entities. This is more than all the
sanctions -- against all the countries against which
sanctions were imposed, and many times higher.


 


Even if there is some gesture from the other side--they say
that something is supposed to be removed, weakened --


we can expect that there will be another way to push, 


put some sticks in the wheels, as was the case with 


the well–known, 'Jackson-Vanik amendment'. Even 


the Soviet Union against which it was introduced 


at the time, was no longer there, and relations 


between Russia and the United States of 


America ---- were at their best. And the 


amendment continued to work. And 


when it was supposedly canceled, 


it was actually simply replaced 


- with another restrictive act 


against Russia. Remember 


that. They canceled and 


immediately imposed 


other sanctions.


 


I repeat: sanctions and restrictions ---- are the reality of the
current new stage of development, which the whole world,
the entire world economy, has entered. Global competition
has escalated and is becoming increasingly sophisticated
and irreconcilable.


 


Thus ----- a new spiral of economic competition is unfolding
right before our eyes, and, in these conditions..... it is even
embarrassing --- to recall the norms and rules of the World
Trade Organization which were once actively promoted by
the West. Once. When?  When these rules were beneficial
to them. As soon as they became unprofitable everything
immediately began to change. And all these negotiations
are stalling. And nobody really needs them.


 


Obviously, and I've already said it more than once: as


it was before, it will no longer be. There is no hope 


for complete freedom of trade, payments and 


capital flows ---- just as there is no need 


to rely on Western mechanisms.. to 


protect the rights of investors 


and entrepreneurs.


 


 


So now you know the truth.


 


Do you think?


 


 


________________________________



The New Brics Are Arriving
Monday, March 17, 2025


(http://infobrics.org/)


 


It seems fitting that, on St Patrick's Day,


we should be entertained and informed


by someone who calls himself... 


Irish Dentist.


 


Maybe they aren’t as popular as the Big Brother 


contestants, but in their own way they say that 


we are closed in a cage: that of an economic 


system jammed with balances destined to 


change quickly. The game is played 


mainly in Africa, the scenario is 


a deglobalized world.


 


The screenwriters of this Truman Show, are Abhijit 


Banerjee, Esther Duflo – a couple, even in real life, 


of MIT scholars – and Michael Kremer (Harvard), 


who won the Nobel for economics thanks to 


''their experimental studies to address the 


problem of global poverty.'' It’s a sort of 


oxymoron. Awarding the Nobel to those


who deal with poverty --- means having 


acknowledged that the Western model 


- capital and democracy - is in decline.


 


There is another gentleman... unknown to most: Joaquín 


Alonso Vázquez. This is the new Minister of Economy of


 Cuba, a country in poverty --- with tourism having 


collapsed by 7.9 percent in the last year, now 


below two million arrivals. Vázquez.. is also 


looking for an answer to poverty – the GDP


 per capita on the island is 3,479 dollars a 


year and he has found it: entering Brics, 


with China ready to invest to bring the 


challenge home to the United States. 


 


Cuba joined the economic system on January 1st with 


..Belarus, Bolivia, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia,
Thailand, Uganda & Uzbekistan, in addition to the 


founding countries: Brazil, Russia, India, China 


and South Africa. Iran participated as an 


observer at the latest summit, in late 


October, in Kazan, Russia ---- where 


Vladimir Putin sought to transform


the economic dialogue ---- into a 


strategic alliance.


 


Türkiye's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan....... also pays 


careful attention, to this “cartel”. (disturbing attention 


considering that Turkey has the second largest NATO
army), just as the Gulf countries look with interest
at the Brics. Donald Trump immediately proposed
a relaunch of US investments in both Qatar & 


Oman - where he has considerable personal 


interests: he's building some luxury resorts 


around the Omani capital, Muscat. 


 


An epochal challenge therefore stands out on the horizon 


of this millennium. It is not the tariffs threatened by 


Trump --- that are becoming an alibi for European 


inaction or for agreements – such as Mercosur


 - wanted by Ursula von der Leyen - that feel 


like a last resort. The real challenge was 


launched by the new global advisor 


Mario Draghi. He wrote: either 


Europe immediately invests 


800 billion a year - and 


convinces itself that 


taking on debt is 


indispensable, 


or the Union - 


is finished. 


 


The model – writes Draghi – based on the exploitation of 


foreign demand and the export of capital with low wage 


levels is no longer sustainable. Otherwise we just have 


to study poverty. Because in the de-globalized world 


-- there are other protagonists. They are precisely 


the Brics, that group of nations that would once 


have called themselves “the non-aligned” and 


which today are the planets of the Chinese 


“solar system”. They are continually 


growing, both economically and 


demographically, and they are 


studying 'their own' payment 


system and want to elevate 


the renminbi (or yuan) - the 


Chinese currency ----- to a 


''currency of exchange.'' 


Even if India is starting 


to think, that its rupee 


could soon have even 


greater strength. 


 


What accelerated this attack on the dollar-based global 


economic system ------ were the sanctions imposed on 


Russia. The Kremlin, excluded from the Swift global 


transaction system, developed precisely with the 


US currency -------- has asked its Chinese ally.. to 


consolidate the alternative Cips circuit Cross-


Border Interbank Payment System) which is 


managed by the People’s Bank of China, is 


denominated in the Dragon currency (the 


renminbi) and is supported by 1,280 


financial institutions around the 


world ---- including Japanese, 


Russian and African banks. 


 


But ---- this is only a side effect: the “core business” of this 


challenge is who grabs the mineral and energy resources, 


who controls the trade and who owns the industries to 


produce. And above all, who sells what to whom. A 


quarter of a century was enough - for Beijing to 


become – since its unconditional entry into 


the Woto, the World Trade Organization, 


on 11 December 2001, decided by Bill 


Clinton -- and sponsored by Romano 


Prodi – from the world’s factory to 


the world’s leading shopkeeper. 


 


At the dawn of the new millennium.. the Italian politician 


was president of the European Commission and told the 


Chinese: ''In your relationship with Europe you will have


a market of enormous dimensions in front of you''. The 


data - speaks clearly. Faced with a stagnation caused 


by a crisis in internal demand, due to household debt 


and a real estate bubble, China, in order to maintain 


the planned growth rate of GDP at 5 percent ---- did 


two things: cut rates (exactly the opposite of the 


West) and vented its productive surplus ----- by 


increasing exports. In 2024, its trade balance 


broke all records. Since 1993 it has exported 


more than it imports and... in the year just 


ended it recorded a surplus of 990 billion 


dollars. This happened because Trump’s 


tariffs are feared: but while Europe 


thoughtfully wonders whether 


Donald... will impose taxes.. 


the Chinese are pushing 


profitability ---------- to 


the maximum.


 


The backlash in Europe is immediate: Germany, which has 


always had Beijing as its main customer, no longer sells 


(so much so that its exports have been at their lowest 


since 2023). The numbers say that German exports to
third countries fell by 5.3 percent, to the USA by 12.2 


percent, to China by 3.8 percent and to Russia by 9.4 


percent. Under these conditions, the entire European


 economy slows down. But there is another fact that


 is rarely taken into consideration, and instead, 


indicates that the Old Continent is destined 


to be overtaken by the Brics.


 


 In the 25 years that China has been in the WTO, Europe 


has halved its stock market capitalisation. In 2000 


(including London) it was worth 34 percent of the 


global stock market, today just 14.5. On the 


contrary, Wall Street went from 50 to 66%


and everything else.....--. is in the hands 


of the Brics. Who claim a place in the 


sun. From Kazan they made it known: 


we, are half the world. Statistics in 


hand - the “non-aligned” produce 


36% of the world’s GDP -- and
move 37% of trade. 


 


Just under half of the planet’s population lives within 


their borders, approximately 3.5 billion people out of 


eight billion. They occupy..... a total surface area of 


approximately 40 million square kilometres --- and 


contribute to 40 percent of global oil production. 


They've surpassed the G7 and their economies 


– Cuba aside – are all growing. And they can do 


it themselves. Uganda for one, has the largest 


gold reserves and in a year the Makuutu mine 


will become productive (the country ---- has 


enormous mineral wealth) ---from which 


126 thousand tonnes... of rare earth 


oxides can be extracted, including


 86 thousand tons of neodymium 


and praseodymium. 


 


For China - it is an indispensable partner. But the same can 


be said, of Thailand ---------- which has become a high-tech 


production hub for which a GDP growth of 38 percent is 


expected over the next five years. Likewise Malaysia, 


which is growing by 5 percent a year thanks to 


superconductors; and the construction boom 


has turbocharged its financial market. And 


if South-East Asia is the production branch 


of China, the countries of Central Asia are 


the energy reserve --- while Africa is the 


reservoir of other raw materials.....


 including agricultural ones. 


 


This is the strength of the Brics and while we await 


Trump’s decisions, Nerendra Modi archives – data 


from the International Monetary Fund  ------ a 7% 


growth in Indian GDP in 2024. For comparison, 


president of the EU Central Bank, Christine 


Lagarde, says she is satisfied.. because


the Union achieved +0.9 percent. 


 


Who is happy…


 


Irish Dentist


 


 


Not the UK -- that's for sure...


in order to lift capitalisation


by risking WW3, in a grab 


for the Black sea ports


the UK faces criminal


charges and the loss


of a 'permanent' UN


Security Council 


seat --- at least.


 


What do you think of 


those potatoes?


 


 

_________________________________________________


Dmitry Novikov on Channel One about 

the "counter” to Trump and that the 

best protection from the conflict 

between Russia and Ukraine 

is their united state.

March 12th, 4:30pm

(Communist Party of the Russian Federation.ru)

 

The US administration is training Zelensky's team and 

wants to squeeze maximum benefits out of Ukraine. 


This opinion, was expressed by the Deputy Chair-

man of the Central Committee of the Communist 

Party D. G. Novikov on March 11, in the program 

"Time will tell".

 

The negotiations between the United States and Ukraine 

that began in Saudi Arabia ---- became the main topic of 

discussion on Channel One. Secretary of State Marco 

Rubio, said before the meeting, that Russians will 

have to make difficult decisions. If Washington

likes the talks, he added, assistance to Kiev 

will resume.

 

According to Dmitry Novikov, in general, the situation is 

developing as it should. There is a conflict – big and 

complex. There is.. the position of Donald Trump, 

who announced in his election campaign, that 

this conflict needs to be resolved --- and the 

US is going to actively participate in this. 

 

"It is clear - that such issues are not resolved quickly," 

said the deputy chairman of the Communist Party's 

Central Committee. ''For large-scale negotiations 

to take place and reach agreements we need to 

go through rounds of preparatory meetings. 

This is a kind of negotiation about 

negotiations."

 

Explaining Trump's motives, Dmitry Novikov pointed out a 

number of circumstances. First of all the US president is 

opposed to his country investing further in this conflict. 

Second, in a mercantile way he wants the investments 

made earlier, to bring economic benefits. 3rd, Trump 

plans to address other issues in the global arena. 

These are: China, Europe, and the Middle East. 

Trump sees these areas, as more fateful for 

the United States. First of all - he intends 

to address the Chinese issue. You don't 

want to have several acute conflicts 

at once, and probably can't.

 

Dmitry Novikov suggested that, hotly and emotionally
attacking those who were in power before him, 

Trump secretly applauds Biden.

 

"First - by providing financial support to the Ukrainian
regime, the Democrat team is so mired in corruption

schemes that now folders with dirt will accumulate 

for a long time. By the next election --- this will 

greatly help the Trumpists stay in power. 

This is the most important domestic 

political task."

 

Secondly, according to Dmytro Georgievich, the Trump 

team considers previous investments in Ukraine as 

investments. Today, these people argue like this:

"We will return everything and replenish the 

American budget." What happened with 

Zelensky in the Oval Office and is 

happening today, is an element 

of training the team that is

 in power in Kiev.

 

Dmitry Novikov presented the logic of the White House 

as follows: "Do you, in Kiev, think that we are just
threatening? No! We can disable Starlink for 

you for a while, and you will feel how hard

it is - without it. We can stop the supply 

of weapons - for several days, weeks, 

and you will feel, how difficult it is

without it. You will not be able to

cope without the support of the 

United States," such ideas are 

conveyed by Washington to 

Kiev. And it's very similar 

to training a predator

 in a circus."

 

Continuing.. Dmitry Novikov explained: "When trainers don't
give enough meat to an animal, it's not about starving it to
death. It's just that tomorrow he'll be flexible, his reflexes
will do their job. Those rude words that were heard in the
Oval Office ----- will no longer be spoken out. And the
documents that the US Treasury Secretary brings 

to Kiev will not be thrown off the table, but will 

be signed. We are in the training stage. It 

won't be completed in a few days. The 

predator is complex. This is a group 

of people with different ambitions 

and connections in European 

countries."

 

Reacting to these comparisons, political analyst
Alexander Kazakov made the remark that there

 are animals that do not lend themselves to 

training. "They don't take those to the 

circus," Novikov said.

 

According to the representative of the Communist Party, 

the question is not that Zelensky personally is quite

 unpleasant to Trump. Yes, he was rude. However,

 both Trump and Vance were prepared for this. 

They weren't confused - or surprised. It was 

clear to them who Zelensky was. They just 

turned on the calculator. They say, ''look

Zelensky, your calculations are --- that

you owe us 200-300 billion, and ours

are 500. You can't pay with money. 

This means that you will pay --- for 

example -- with 20% of Ukraine's 

natural resources. Oh, you were 

rude to us? Add another 10% 

to the debt. You acted badly

in the negotiations. We add 

more, it will become 45%.."

 

Now, the deputy chairman of the Central Committee of the 

Communist Party of the Russian Federation continued, 

they are increasing Ukraine's debt to the United 

States by political methods. The counter.... is 

enabled and ticking hard. On the other hand,

when the calculator reaches the maximum 

Washington will be interested in having 

the agreements signed by a president

who is - conditionally - legitimate. 

Therefore, Zelensky's days are

numbered - in the near-term 

historical perspective.

 


''Trust - but verify?

How about don't trust
---- and can't verify?

Russia is certainly facing
hard choices --- yet they
hold a lot of high cards.

Perplexed.

What do you think?


 


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Russia’s Coexistence with West 

to Depend on Its Readiness to 

Recognize Mistakes: Lavrov

March 10th, 1:24pm

(al Manar)

 

Russia’s coexistence with the countries of the collective 

West will depend on their behaviour & their willingness 

to acknowledge and rectify past mistakes, Russia's
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, stated, in an 

interview with the New Regions of 

Russia magazine.

 

“I believe the main lesson is clear --- in matters crucial to 

our country’s survival, we must rely solely on ourselves

 and on the trusted friends who stood by us in our time 

of need,” he remarked. “Regarding our coexistence 

with our Western neighbours, much will hinge on 

their actions and their readiness to recognize 

- and amend - the errors they have made,

 including their persistent desire.. to 

achieve a strategic defeat for 

our nation.”

 

Lavrov emphasized -- that the past three years have marked 

a “moment of truth.” Following the initiation of the special 

military operation to protect the people of Donbass and 

Novorossiya --- the collective West revealed its true 

nature. He remarked, “The ostensible rule of law 

and basic standards of decency have been cast 

aside. The so-called European values – such as

the inviolability of property, the presumption 

of innocence ------ freedom of speech and 

movement, and access to information

 ------- have dissipated like smoke.”

 

He continued, “Those who once lectured everyone on 

how to live, who proclaimed themselves champions 

of democracy and human rights --- hastily rallied 

behind the neo-Nazi regime in Kiev, without 

a moment’s hesitation.”

 

According to the Russian foreign minister, the world has 

witnessed the hegemonic instincts driving the ultra-

liberal ruling elites of the West.  “The predatory, 

colonial habits of the former colonial powers 

of the EU and Britain, along with their 

inherent vices ------ arrogance, 

deceitfulness, and a lack 

of order in business 

conduct – persist. 

 

''De facto, a new global ‘divide’ has emerged ---- on one side 

is the Western minority, while on the other, is the global 

majority,” he stated. “This majority... includes all those 

countries.... as well as individuals of good will within 

the West itself, who advocate for the establishment 

of a multipolar world --- based on a balance 

of interests.”

 

 

Source: TASS News Agency




What do you think?

They say people get
the governments
they deserve.

Are you really, a fascist loving war monger?




______________________________





Soldiers of fortune flee Ukraine: thousands 

of foreign mercenaries are thinking about 

a new "place of work"

by Vladimir Demchenko

February 26th, 6:36pm

(Komsomolskaya Pravda)

 

The dialogue between Russia and the US on Ukraine has 

only just begun, and foreign mercenaries of the Armed 

Forces of Ukraine have already begun to look for new 

places. At least Johnny Pinilla from Colombia, who 

was interviewed by The Washington Post, said

 this quite seriously.

 

"If the conflict here in Ukraine ends.... I would go

to Israel," he said. "There's fighting there, too.''

 

The mercenary did not specify whether he would like 

to fight for the IDF or for Hamas. Probably for the 

highest bidder.

 

Johnny Pinilla will be able to go to the Promised Land, only 

if he survives until the end of hostilities in Nezalezhnaya. 

Not so long ago, in the Kursk region, Russia's military 

"reset" more than 400 AFU fighters, including foreign 

mercenaries, in one day. And the Colombian, Pablo 

Puentes Boorhas was captured. Boorhees is now 

awaiting trial, which is likely to leave him years 

behind barbed wire ---- in our harsh climate.

 

Private military companies (PMCs), were the first to say 

that there is nothing more to catch in Ukraine. And this 

was not connected with Russian-US contacts, they 

were not even on the horizon. Tony Shiena, chair

of MOSAIC, a US firm that specializes in 

intelligence and security consulting, 

said last May, that the chaos that 

reigns and is growing in Ukraine

is discouraging any interest in 

working in this country.

 

But such military companies, according to the military 

historian, and author of the book "PMCs: history and 

Modernity" Mikhail Polikarpov (who wrote the 

book under the pseudonym Richard Wagner), 

provide cover for the mass of foreign 

military personnel in the Armed 

Forces of Ukraine.

 

''All mercenaries in Nezalezhnaya -- can be divided into two
large groups'', says Polikarpov. ''These are the so-called 

free shooters ---- people who go there unorganized, on 

their own whim. Among them --- a very small part of 

professionals, but the bulk -- are those .......who are 

called riffraff-rabble. The second large group -- can 

be called "ichthamnets". These are active officers 

of the armed forces of Western armies.. or retired 

specialists in the organization of communications, 

maintenance of Western equipment & instructors 

training AFU fighters before being sent to a front. 

Private military companies - often act as a front 

for "ikhtamnets".

 

At the beginning of the SVO, PMCs also united free 

shooters and scumbags, but now there is almost 

no such thing. Because.. under the guise of a 

paramilitary business, almost ordinary 

bandits ......sometimes came to 

Nezalezhnaya. At best - those 

who were just chasing profit.

 

Now all sorts of rabble are simply enlisted in the Foreign 

Legion or other units. Kiev --- has had enough of the 

scandal with the US's PMC, Mozart, the brainchild 

of US Marine Colonel Andrew Milburn.

 

Several months of drunkenness and visits to strip bars 

were enough for the "Mozarts" to quarrel over money 

and leave Nezalezhnaya in disgrace. At home,

 the lawsuits are still going on.

 

The head of the Mozart private military company, US
Andrew Milburn, was accused by former colleagues 

of corruption, embezzlement, sexual harassment 

and drunkenness. 

 

British mercenaries also bickered on financial grounds. 

In August 2023, a founder of PMC, Dark Angels, Daniel
Burke, disappeared in Zaporozhye. A month and a half
later, the body with a bullet in the head was found.
The main suspect.... was a friend of Burke, who
didn't agree with the division of finances.

 

And the remains of former Scots Guards soldier Jordan

Chadwick, were brought to the United Kingdom, with
honours. They say that he died heroically in battle. 


But later it turned out that Chadwick also 

quarreled with fellow countrymen or

colleagues because of the money. 

And that in fact, his corpse with 


his hands tied behind... was 

fished out of a pond.... in 

the same Zaporozhye.

 

In general, the founder of the PMC "Mozart" 

Colonel Milburn, having escaped from 

Ukraine, still got off easily.

 

One-day PMCs are trying to work directly for the Ukrainian

 regime, which is why they are in trouble. Solid companies 

make good money because they sign contracts with their 

own governments. As a result, the money is still credited 

to Ukraine, but who cares...

 

PMCs serving "ikhzdesnetov", in hell, that is, on the front 

line, try not to climb. And each has its own specialization.

 

"The US are the security of VIPs, convoys and logistics
routes," says Mikhail Polikarpov. ''The British - are for 

training, and so it was a long time ago. For example,

G4S is a huge organization with several hundred 

thousand employee ---, engaged in training all
over the world including training Ukrainian 

soldiers. And also- - security. It is noted 

that Zelensky's bodyguards are British. 

It is possible that these are just G4S 

employees, although there is no 

direct confirmation.

 

In Ukraine, several US and European PMCs were lit 

up. Among the largest, Cubic Corporation, Forward 

Observations Group. From the British, in addition 

to G4S, Elite Global Response and Hawki World-

wide are seen. The Polish ASBS Othago and 

European Security Agency, which work 

closely with Nazi formations and are 

actively engaged in training recruits, 

were noted.

 

There are also paramilitary private structures from other 

countries. French Byblos and Chiron, Canadian Black 

Maple Company and Sabre Training Advisory Group, 

Spanish G. O. A. Tactical.. According to Polikarpov, 

all PMCs, without exception, work in direct 

contact with their ruling structures.

 

Many PMCs are designed specifically for servicing military 

equipment. For example, the 155th brigade of the Armed 

Forces of Ukraine named after Anna Kievskaya ------ was 

prepared with pomp -- in France. They were armed with 

Caesar self-propelled guns & VAB armoured personnel 

carriers. And, of course, somewhere nearby, a PMC 

was immediately formed with the French, who 

went to fight on this equipment.

 

"Those who work for Hymars and Patriots -- are also 

mercenaries," says Mikhail Polikarpov. ''They - are 

either active officers, or retired, there is not much 

difference here. After all, you can't put a 

Ukrainian at the remote control there 

anyway. These devices even have a 

completely different scope scale --

and our post-Soviet gunner needs

 to retrain for six months.

 

The vaunted 155th brigade, by the way, very soon suffered

huge losses --- a considerable part of the soldiers fled. So 

the PMCs created exclusively for the conflict in Ukraine, 

in case of its completion, will disband themselves 

without any problems, and their izdesnets will 

return home. But the businessmen who make 

tens and hundreds of millions of dollars from 

helping the Kiev regime, will have to think 

hard about what they will pay their own

 governments for.

 

For free shooters, riffraff, riffraff, there is no need to create

 a cover in the form of PMCs. They come from all over the 

world for money and thrills, they are quietly enrolled in 

the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

 

"At the first stage, there were many Poles and Georgians," 

says Mikhail Polikarpov. ''Apparently, there are still a lot

 of them. They fought both in the Foreign Legion and in 

the national battalions. Recently, there have been a
lot of Colombians on the frontline. And this ---- is 

understandable. After all, this is a country 

that has lived for several decades in civil 

wars, drug wars and is used to violence. 

There, a high school student can order 

a peer because of the boy's attention, 

or they can kill her for playing loud 

music. This seems like nonsense 

to us, but it's normal there. The 

mercenaries from Colombia ...

have no inhibitions - neither 

in terms of killing another 

person, nor in terms of 

their own death.

 

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia, 

during the Ukrainian conflict in the war zone, 186 

mercenaries from this country were killed. 

Another 122 ...  are still missing.

 

What attracts soldiers of fortune to Ukraine? They earn 

no more, than contract soldiers in the Armed Forces of 

Ukraine - about $2 thousand (183 thousand rubles) per 

month. And they use mercenaries as much as they 

use their own. This is an ordinary living force. And

 they do not take care of them at all - on the 

contrary, they like to send them to meat 

assaults, to the very heat, to their 

deaths. Because in the event of 

the death of a mercenary, 

unlike a Ukrainian, you 

can do without large 

compensation to

 your relatives.

 

It's not just about Colombians. A mercenary from Poland, 

Piotr Mitkevich, told reporters that the family of his 

deceased friend surnamed Zurka did not receive 

a cent of the promised $400 thousand

 (36.6 million rubles).

 

However, mercenaries from prosperous countries also go 

to war. In early February, the Finnish Foreign Ministry 

published a special instruction for "volunteers" who 

want to go to Ukraine. "This is not a crime," it says. 

 

However, the Finnish Foreign Ministry cannot facilitate

 either the conclusion of a contract with the Armed 

Forces of Ukraine or its termination. Apparently, 

many Finns were disappointed and tried to go 

home. And this is not surprising.

 

Finnish volunteers.. complain about the terrible supply 

in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, they have to beg and

 send even socks and underwear to their mercenaries.

 

British prisoner James Scott Rhys Anderson regretted
coming to Ukraine "I'm going to stay here so long 

that I probably need to learn Russian," says 22 - 

year-old British mercenary James Scott Rhys 

Anderson.. who was captured in the Kursk 

region. ''I came here because of financial 

problems: I served in the police --- got 

fired, and couldn't think of anything 

better.'' He claims that he didn't 

kill civilians, but understands 

that he will spend at least 

10 years in a Russian

 penal colony.

 

"I was told it was stupid, that I shouldn't go
there. I wish I'd listened," James said,
with apparent sincerity.

 

I must say that there are few such "white and fluffy" ones. 

Mostly thugs come, ready to torture and kill. Residents 

of villages caught on the front line remember with a 

shudder the atrocities of mercenaries. Here is the

 village of Golubovka in the Kharkiv region,

 recently liberated by Russian troops... 

 

A young woman tells military investigators how two 

drunken soldiers broke in in the middle of the night, 

beat her, and raped her... And who is it? Citizens of 

enlightened Europe, French Maxime Barrat and 

Quentin Evanno.

 

''Eyewitnesses I know said that Poles and Georgians 

were very brutal, - these are the words of a resident 

of the village of Goncharovka in the Kursk border 

region. ''We went into every house, if someone 

was found there... then no one was left alive. 

Grenades were thrown into the basements, 

regardless of whether there were people 

there or not... Georgians... they were 

very fond of cutting people up. 

Their throats were cut, and 

their heads were cut.''

 

Well, such soldiers of fortune want to spend especially.

But not to a new place of earning money, but right 

now - on the last journey.

 

Many foreign mercenaries do not like to fight against the 

Russians. They weren't used to it. The same Johnny 

Pinilla mentioned in the beginning, in Colombia, 

fought for 12 years against drug cartels. Then 

he spent several more years guarding VIP 

clients. Sometimes it was dangerous, but

 there was no artillery or drones.

 

"We were trained at a training ground 40 km from the 

front," Pinilla told The Washington Post. ''They were 

engaged in an open field, studied tactical medicine, 

actions in different situations. And then suddenly 

the training ground turned into a front line, shells 

and drones rained down on us from above. And 

we didn't even have body armour at that time!"

 

Another mercenary, who spoke to Business Insider

 on condition of anonymity, admitted that even 

experienced soldiers of fortune are in shock 

in Ukraine.

 

"Many Westerners come here, hoping to become heroes,"
he said. ''The guys took special vacations --- and did not 

intend to die at all. But a damn missile can kill you even 

miles from the front line! It is very different from what 

happened in the Middle East. There, once you get to
the base, you are relatively safe. You're even more
nervous here."

 

Russia's Defense Ministry often reports strikes 

"on the locations of military personnel of the 

Armed Forces of Ukraine - including foreign 

mercenaries." Sooner or later all intruders 

will realize.... that it's time to leave.

 

The most recent data... on the number of mercenaries 

fighting in Ukraine is dated March 14, 2024. Then the 

Russian Defense Ministry published a table from 

which it followed that 13,387 people arrived in 

Nezalezhnaya during the two years of the 

special operation. 

 

Poland (2,960), the US (1,113), Georgia (1,042), 

Canada(1,005) and the UK (822) were in the 

lead. These countries, were also among 

those whose mercenaries the Russian 

troops eliminated the most. In total, 

the destruction of 5,962 soldiers 

of fortune - was confirmed.




I'm not saying a word.

 

 

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How Netanyahu continues to 

pursue 'redrawing the map'

by Robert Inlakesh

February 5th, 12:27pm

(Al Mayadeen English)

 

The Gaza ceasefire deal has no doubt inflicted a major 

embarrassment on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin 

Netanyahu and his military, yet this has not 

signaled an end to the regional struggle

 in his eyes. 

 

The recent visit to Washington and the rhetoric surrounding 

the trip leave the impression that there is no end in sight 

except ongoing war.

 

Israeli PM Netanyahu’s visit to the United States, is clearly 

tailored to foster a US-Israeli aggressive takeover of West 

Asia. During his first term in office, US President Donald 

Trump set forth a new path for the Zionist regime 

aimed at crushing Palestinian statehood once 

and for all, in addition to stamping American 

dominance into the region.

 

While the infamous “Deal of the Century” plan, may have 

seemingly collapsed upon its announcement in January 

of 2022, this proposal was simply one branch of a wider 

strategy that the Biden administration also attempted 

to continue growing. 

 

It was clear that the Trump administration, whose policies

were led by hardline Zionist fanatics, was seeking to 

collapse the previous regional understanding of 

how to settle the Palestinian issue. This was 

the dismantlement.. of the “Arab Peace 

Initiative” of 2002, the longstanding 

accepted guide to stability ratified

 by the Arab League.

 

Replacing the Arab Peace Initiative, which affirmed that no 

normalization agreements would be signed without the 

establishment of a Palestinian State, the so-called 

“Abraham Accords” sought US power in order to 

coerce Arab regimes into normalizing ties.... in 

exchange for economic and security benefits. 

 

This initiative effectively deleted the Palestinian struggle 

from regional power dynamics and sought to redraw the 

status quo in a very dangerous manner.

 

Fast Forward to September of 2023, the Biden administration 

was working to implement this new vision for US imperial 

domination in the emerging multi-polar world. 

 

At the G-20 summit in New Delhi, Joe Biden proudly announced 

the planned construction of the India-Middle East-Europe 

Economic Corridor. This new trade route was in line
to bolster the American  Partnership for Global 

Infrastructure and Investment (PGII), which 

was created --- with countering China’s 

innovative Belt and Road Initiative

 in mind.

 

The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor sought to 

create a land trade route from the United Arab Emirates 

(UAE), through Saudi Arabia and Jordan, into Zionist-

occupied Palestine. However, this was going to 

hedge upon Riyadh signing a normalization 

agreement with “Tel Aviv” first; which
was close to being reached. 

 

That same month, Netanyahu delivered an aggressive speech 

at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in which he 

presented the “New Middle East," ...featuring the Arab 

States that align with Israeli-US interests and not

Iran’s alliance.

 

All was set to go forth, except for one huge issue standing 

in the way - that both the Israelis and the US, completely 

underestimated --- the determination of the Palestinian 

people. In the occupied West Bank, armed Resistance 

factions began forming for the first time since the 

Second Intifada in 2021, as tensions escalated 

year-in-year-out, as the Palestinian factions in 

the Gaza Strip prepared themselves for a war 

that would thwart the Zionist-American 

agenda --- and save their cause for 

self-determination.

 

Attempts to pave a way - toward disrupting the Israeli-US plot to 

destroy the Palestinian cause for rights and self-determination, 

including mass nonviolent civil resistance and political 

maneuvers were ignored, only provoking further 

violence. Hence, Palestinians began taking 

matters into their own hands, especially 

due to a growing encroachment on 

al-Aqsa Mosque, the third Holiest 

Site in the Islamic faith, which 

sought to end the status quo 

inside the compound.. and 

even destroy the site to 

replace it - with a 

synagogue.

 

During this period.. the Israelis began working toward redefining 

their Zionist mission and deciding upon the future of the settler-

colonial project. 

 

On one side, a part of the Zionist population sought to protect 

their status quo and maintain an Apartheid regime that 

granted Israeli Jews the benefits of a Western-style 

liberal democracy. 

 

The other side, led by Netanyahu, sought to overthrow the 

Israeli judiciary, Judaize the legal system, and seek 

expansionism into what is known as “Greater 

Israel”. Evidently, Netanyahu... is getting

 his way.

 

One very important aspect of the ongoing conflict --- is power 

perception, and the Israeli-US alliance understands this well. 

Up until September of 2024, the Islamic Republic of Iran 

appeared to be in a position of unparalleled regional 

power, according to popular understanding. 

 

The Hamas-led attack of October 7, 2023, dismantled the 

image of the Israeli military, and its ensuing failure to 

defeat Palestinian armed groups in Gaza cemented 

this view, making Iran and its other allies appear 

extremely powerful.

 

In the aftermath of the Israeli booby-trapped pager attacks 

across Lebanon, which injured thousands and were 

labeled as terrorism, by former CIA Director, Leon 

Panetta --- followed by the assassination of most 

of Hezbollah’s senior leadership, this perception 

dramatically shifted. 

 

Suddenly, in the propaganda war arena, the perception was 

that US-Israeli power was on top and Iran had been 

knocked down. Further cementing this view was 

the fall of the Syrian government, led by its 

former President Bashar al-Assad.

 

While the Israelis gained the upper hand in the propaganda/

media war front, the reality was that they had scored a 

series of tactical victories, while the power of Iran 

and allies had not actually diminished in the way 

that had been portrayed. Yet, this narrative is 

of great importance, because it also affects 

the trust between the leadership and 

populations inside Iran and with its 

Axis of Resistance aligned allies. 

 

The Gaza ceasefire/prisoner exchange has again altered the

media view of the war, regionally, as it has become evident 

that the Israelis failed to defeat Hamas despite committing 

genocide and using its full US-backed force.

 

Rationally, the Israelis knew that they weren’t going to win 

in a war with Hamas, therefore they agreed to the 

ceasefire.. and conceded a tactical loss of the 

propaganda front. But they will not wait long 

before attempting to salvage their image of 

strength and aggressing further, and an 

example of this is already beginning 

to manifest itself in the occupied 

West Bank.

 

Israeli PM Netanyahu is hell-bent on “redrawing the map," 

expanding his colony’s occupation of Arab lands, while 

the Israeli regime threatens all of its neighbours -------
simultaneously. They are clear that they won’t leave 

Syria by choice, and.. even if the Israeli military 

withdraws from Lebanon, it stresses its need 

to maintain its freedom of action inside the 

country. “Freedom of action” --- equals the 

right to run cross-border incursions.. and 

launch airstrikes at any time..... which is 

unacceptable by any nation's standards.

 

Meanwhile, the Israeli military is committing the most extensive 

military campaign in the West Bank since 2002, labeling it 

“Operation Iron Wall”, which has already resulted in the 

murder of over 70 Palestinians. Usurpation of the 

territory is the ultimate goal, and.. since Donald 

Trump’s Presidential campaign was bankrolled 

with 100 billion dollars in order to allow this, 

it can be assumed that the US is on board 

with the land theft. 

 

The Israelis and their American partners.. are seeking total 

domination of West Asia, not stopping --- until they achieve 

their goals; something that Netanyahu calls “total victory”. 

 

While some now fear the deterioration of the Gaza ceasefire 

in phase 2 of its implementation, along with Trump’s calls

 to ethnically cleanse the territory, the larger and more 

realistic threat... is what will become of the post-war 

process there.

 

Ethnic cleansing will not be feasible --- which makes it highly 

unrealistic and therefore it is most likely that Donald Trump 

is talking about this for the sake of Israeli domestic 

consumption and little else. If he is actually 

serious about such a plan, then this will 

almost certainly destabilize Egypt and 

Jordan. It could even lead to an 

Israeli invasion of the Sinai 

Peninsula, which..... it has 

already been working on 

justifying since at least 

October of 2024. 

 

The idea...... of Jordan absorbing hundreds of thousands of 

Palestinians from Gaza -- would also likely spell enormous 

issues, the least of which will be the fledgling economy’s 

ability to deal with such a refugee population. Yet... the 

societal repercussions will be much greater and could

lead the already agitated Jordanian public ---- toward 

the path of resistance. 

 

Similarly, if the Zionist army invades Egypt, even if there’s 

no resistance from the Egyptian army, at first, there is a 

high likelihood that resistance will emerge... and both 

normalization agreements.... could collapse.

 

Netanyahu is inventing what we can call the “new Israel”, 

because the old Zionist vision appears to have collapsed. 

In order to redefine the goals of his Zionist project, he
is aiming to continue mass slaughter - and even the 

destabilization of nations' leaderships... who are 

friendly to the regime. It is an era of expansion, 

extermination, and subjugation. The aim will 

be to use as many collaborators in all their 

iterations, in order to kill the Palestinian 

cause --- and make the region bow to 

US-backed Zionism. The only one 

that could change the course of 

the conflict.... is Donald Trump 

and his administration, which 

appears extremely unlikely, 

to say the least.

 

The opinions mentioned in this article do 

not necessarily reflect the opinion of Al 

mayadeen, but rather, express the 

opinion of its writer exclusively.

 

 

Interesting article, don't you think?

Except for the very last sentence,

which is extraordinarily negative.

 

 

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Doomsday clock and 

"nuclear midnight". 

What you need 

to know

January 29th, 9pm

(Izvestia.ru)

 

The hands of the Doomsday clock, which symbolize the threat of 

a global catastrophe, have been moved one second closer to 

midnight. They now show 23: 58: 31. So close to midnight — 

a symbol of a global nuclear catastrophe — the hands of 

the clock have never been before. Why the forecasts 

have worsened and what the dial means — in the

 material of "Izvestia".

 

What is the Doomsday Clock?

 

* The Doomsday Clock - a project of the Bulletin of Atomic 

Scientists magazine, which has been in existence since 

1947. Every year, the board of directors of the journal, 

with the participation of experts and scientists, 

decides on the movement of arrows or that 

they should be left in place. Midnight on 

the symbolic dial means the moment 

when people will make the Earth 

uninhabitable.

 

* Initially, the hands were set at 23:53. The greatest distance 

from midnight (23:43) was recorded after the end of the cold 

war. In 1991, the administration of US President George H.

 W. Bush signed the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty 

with the Soviet Union.

 

* The hands of the Doomsday Clock are set each year by experts 

of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists' Science & Safety Board 

in consultation with the Board of Sponsors, which was 

established by Albert Einstein in December 1948, 

when its first chairman was one of the creators 

of the atomic bomb, Robert Oppenheimer. 

The council now includes Nobel Prize 

winners, many of whom are 

specialists ---- in physics, 

physiology or medicine.

 

* The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists was founded by a group of

 scientists who worked on the "Manhattan Project" (code name 

for the work on the atomic bomb during World War II). The 

organization was originally designed to measure nuclear 

threats, but in 2007... it decided to include climate 

change in its calculations.

 

How the time on the clock changed

 

* Since 1947 --- the magazine has been assessing the threat of the 

"end of the world" and annually decides whether to move
the hands or not. Now there are 89 seconds left until midnight 

instead of the previous 90. This is a record short time 

before a global catastrophe — for all the 78 years 

since this clock was symbolically wound up.

 

* The magazine's experts explained...... that they moved the clock

 closer to midnight on January 28, 2025, because they do not see 

enough positive progress in solving global problems, including 

nuclear risk, climate change, biological threats, and 

advances in "disruptive technologies" such as 

artificial intelligence. This year, infectious 

diseases ..and the ongoing conflicts in 

Ukraine and the Middle East -- were 

also identified as negative factors 

affecting the situation.

 

* As experts from the Bulletin's Science Council explain, countries

 with nuclear weapons are increasing their arsenals --- investing 

hundreds of billions of dollars in something that can destroy 

civilization. At the same time, it is the United States, China,

and Russia that are responsible for pulling the world back 

from the brink.

 

* The development of artificial intelligence, biotechnologies and 

space technologies ---- is now very important for all of humanity. 

However, global threats are being significantly exacerbated by 

the spread of disinformation, fakes, and conspiracy theories 

that are destroying the communications ecosystem and 

increasingly blurring the line between truth 

and falsehood.

 

• In 2023, against the backdrop of the conflict in Ukraine, 

increased nuclear escalation, plus the war between

 Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip and the climate 

crisis, the hands of the clock were moved 

immediately by 10 seconds - to 23: 58.30, 

which was a record close to midnight. 

Before that, they stayed at the 100-

second mark, for several years in 

a row. In 2024, the hands of the 

clock did not move.

 

Main Doomsday Clock Dates

 

1947: seven minutes to midnight. Setting the clock. 

The Cold War between the USA and the USSR.

 

1949: three minutes. The USSR

 tested its first nuclear bomb.

 

1953: two minutes. The USSR and the United States

 tested thermonuclear bombs nine months apart.

 

Why did you wind up your watch

 

* The Doomsday Clock was created in a symbolic attempt 

to assess how close humanity is to destroying the world. 

Midnight means the moment when the Earth becomes 

uninhabitable --- due to the results of human activity. 

This project is not intended to measure existential 

threats or the time remaining before the 

apocalypse, but rather, to initiate 

discussions on complex topics 

that affect the entire 

population of 

the planet.

 

* The Doomsday Clock is periodically criticized. One of the main 

disadvantages is the combination of different types of risk, 

which have different characteristics and develop over 

different time scales. The project is also regularly 

criticized for the lack of clear criteria for analysis. 

For example futurist researcher Anders Sandberg 

suggested that talk about the threat of a nuclear 

catastrophe or global warming is artificial, and 

pessimistic forecasts not only do not give an 

objective assessment --- but even mislead. 

However.... the clock is still an important 

rhetorical device that reminds humanity

year after year...  of the precariousness 

of the current existence on this planet.

 

* Watches are widely used in popular culture. This symbol 

was mentioned in the lyrics of The Clash (track It's 55 

minutes past 11), The Who, Iron Maiden (Two Minutes 

to Midnight), Smashing Pumpkins (Doomsday Clock) 

and Linkin Park (Minutes to Midnight), and also 

formed the basis of a comic book series in 

which the characters of "Guardians" Alan 

Moore meets Batman and Superman 

from the DC universe.

 

* Experts who move the hands of the Doomsday clock invite 

everyone to discuss the changes on the dial in their own 

social circle — with relatives, relatives, friends and 

colleagues. Such conversations -- can change the 

mood of society from small groups to large ones. 

And ultimately, such conversations influence 

the mood of society and the decisions that 

politicians make.

 

* Personal actions can also make a difference. To make a positive

 impact on climate change, in particular, it is suggested that you 

evaluate your daily habits and think about whether there are 

small changes that you can make in your life. Examples 

include walking or cycling instead of driving, saving 

resources when heating homes, buying seasonal 

and local products instead of imported ones, 

sorting and reducing food waste, and 

saving water.

 

 

Also, we could add - stop pouring bleach into our water,

Take more interest ------ in joining with others, to elect 

good, honest, incorruptible councillors and MPs, and

--- if you live in the West --- search out real news 

from sources such as Rhondda Records!

 

What do you think? No swearing!




 

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Little Henchman of the US

Posted by: Red Star |

 Jan 19 2025 21:06

(Moon of Alabama)

 

The US currently has 13 military bases in the UK - they 

masquerade as RAF stations, but are leased to the US 

- and the UK has very little control over them.

 

One of these, RAF Menwith Hill in North Yorkshire, 

controlled by the US’s National Security Agency 

(NSA), is the largest military spy base in the 

world - outside the US.

 

It is believed that another, RAF Lakenheath, is now being 

prepared to host US nuclear weapons. The US Dept of 

Defense has added the UK to a list of NATO nuclear 

weapons storage locations in Europe being 

upgraded under a multimillion-dollar 

infrastructure programme. The 

British public wont have any 

say in this --- in fact, the 

mainstream media... 

(MSM) wont even 

mention it.

 

RAF Lakenheath previously hosted US free-fall nuclear 

bombs - until they were withdrawn in 2008, following 

consistent anti-nuclear protests. Now, here they

come again.

 

The UK looks more like an occupied territory - than the 

puppet master which controls the US. In reality we're 

just the global bully's little henchman.

 

 

Cambridge definition of henchman:

 

Someone... who does unpleasant or 

illegal things for a powerful person.

 

What do you think?

 

 

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Israel ramps up propaganda blitz, 


allocates $150 million ---- 


to gloss over genocide


 by Alireza Akbari


January 7th, 11:22am


 


Amid the raging genocide of Palestinians in Gaza, the 


Israeli regime is intensifying its propaganda blitz, 


allocating unprecedented funds - to shape 


global public opinion.


 


Israeli foreign ministry's annual budget for so-called 


"public diplomacy", also known as Hasbara, has 


surged to a staggering $150 million in 2025, 


marking a 20-fold increase from last year.


 


The move aims to whitewash the apartheid regime's 


appalling war crimes in Gaza and repair its battered 


international image, as global condemnation grows 


over its continued genocidal campaign.


 


The generous allocation of funds --- aimed at amplifying 


pro-Zionist propaganda, comes as global public opinion 


has sharply turned against the Tel Aviv regime due to 


its war of extermination in Gaza.


 


Since the launch of the war on October 7, 2023, 


the Israeli regime has unleashed 88,000 tons 


of explosives on the tiny besieged territory, 


destroying houses, hospitals, schools and 


refugee camps.


 


The war has killed nearly 46,000 people and injured 


around 109,000 in the past 15 months. Among the 


martyrs --- are over 17,800 children and 12,300 


women, according to Gaza's health ministry.


 


The ministry has documented more than 9,000 


massacres against Palestinians during this 


period with tens of thousands displaced 


and rendered homeless, and many 


more grappling with hunger.


 


Under the new budget announced earlier this week, the


 Israeli regime's foreign ministry is expected to receive 


massive funds for its so-called "public diplomacy" 


efforts, in order to wash the stains. 


 


Under this program, the ministry intends to hire 


social media influencers, public opinion 


leaders and celebrities..... to repair the 


tattered image of the child-murdering 


regime in Tel Aviv.


 


Unmasking the evil spirit of Hasbara


 


Hasbara, a Hebrew term for "explanation," is used by


 Israelis to refer to propaganda aimed at altering 


global perceptions of Israel.


 


What is Hasbara?


 


Hasbara refers to the Israeli apartheid regime's 


"public diplomacy" efforts that are aimed at 


shaping international perceptions and 


justifying its never-ending genocidal 


war crimes against Palestinians. 


 


The term was popularized in the early 20th century by 


Polish Zionist activist Nahum Sokolow, who described 


it as a strategy that “seeks to explain actions, 


whether or not they are justified.” 


 


Historically, Hasbara evolved from early Zionist 


propaganda efforts, where Arabic-speaking 


Jews sought to camouflage Zionism's 


real goals to Arab communities. 


 


Today, it encompasses modern communication methods,


 including social media campaigns, to counter various


 narratives about Israel's deadly offensives and 


policies in the occupied Palestinian territories. 


 


According to Zionist watchers - Hasbara functions as a 


euphemism for propaganda, distorting facts to present


the occupation regime as a victim --- while portraying 


the occupied Palestinians, as aggressors.


 


Prominent Zionist lobby groups such as AIPAC (American


 Israel Public Affairs Committee) and the Jewish Agency 


for Israel (JAI) provide resources and training for 


advocates to engage in Hasbara.


 


For instance, the Jewish Agency is tasked with 


sponsoring Hasbara Fellowships in different 


countries, which train students to promote 


pro-Zionist and anti-Palestine views on 


university campuses.


 


The Israeli regime directly supports these initiatives, 


with dedicated offices within ministries such as 


foreign affairs and diaspora affairs.


 


Since October 2023, and amid the genocidal war against 


Palestinians in Gaza, these efforts have dramatically 


escalated, which is evident by the 20-fold increase 


in this year's Hasbara budget. 


 


According to experts, the steep rise in the Israeli 


regime's Hasbara budget this year is linked to 


growing anger and outrage across the world 


over the Israeli regime's ongoing genocidal 


war crimes in Gaza.


 


The arrest warrants issued against Benjamin Netanyahu 


and Yoav Gallant by the International Criminal Court 


(ICC) as well as the historic rulings by the 


International Court of Justice (ICJ) on 


the Gaza genocide have contributed 


to the surge in anti-Zionist 


sentiment worldwide. 


 


The daily war crimes and massacres in Gaza, according 


to experts, have put the Israeli regime in a dangerous


 position with even pro-regime voices now calling 


for the end of occupation in Palestine.


 


The recent Israeli military raid on Kamal Adwan Hospital 


in the northern Gaza Strip, which led to the mass 


detention of medical staff --- including the 


hospital director Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, 


triggered widespread protests globally, 


which still continue.


 


In New York City, demonstrators outside the Israeli 


consulate chanted "Free Gaza!" and "Stop the 


Siege!" In London, crowds at Trafalgar Square


 held signs reading "Healthcare is a Human 


Right" and "End Israeli Apartheid."


 


Activists in Paris marched near the Eiffel Tower, 


shouting "Solidarity with Palestine!" and 


"No More War Crimes."


 


In Berlin, protesters at Brandenburg Gate displayed 


banners saying "Defend Medical Facilities!" and 


"Justice for Gaza!" In Toronto, rallies at Nathan 


Phillips Square echoed calls for "Peace 


in Palestine."


 


These demonstrations indicate growing anti-Israel 


sentiment across the Western world, where 


governments have been complicit in the 


ongoing genocide in Gaza.


 


According to the Israeli daily The Times of Israel, the 


allocation of the budget comes as "public opinion" 


about the Israeli regime in the United States and 


other countries has been "intensely battered."


 


The Israeli regime's foreign minister Gideon Sa'ar was 


quoted as saying that the budget will be directed 


toward influencing "sentiment in the foreign 


press and on social media."


 


Sa'ar also stated his intention to focus on "American


 college campuses," adding that the initiative will be


 carried out in cooperation with US Zionist groups.


 


In April 2024, a wave of college protests swept across 


the US ----- marking a significant escalation in student 


activism regarding the Israeli genocidal war on Gaza.


 


The movement began at Columbia University on April 17, 


when students set up a "Gaza Solidarity Encampment" 


with around 50 tents, demanding that the university 


divest from companies supporting Israel.


 


Following police intervention and mass arrests on April 


18, solidarity encampments quickly spread to over 100 


campuses nationwide, which were suppressed by law 


enforcement agencies.


 


The Israeli daily Maariv quoted Sa'ar as saying 


that he was determined to make a change.


 


“Every shekel devoted to this cause is an investment, 


not an expense, and will strengthen Israel and its 


standing in the world," he said, referring to


 the Hasbara project. 


 


According to reports, he has held sessions with 


social media influencers, cultural figures, and 


public diplomacy advocates abroad to 


discuss strategies for implementing 


the plan. Among the attendees at 


these sessions were former 


Israeli officials, media 


influencers ----- and 


even comedians.


 


On Thursday, Sa'ar held a meeting with a group of 


candidates and emphasized the need for a 


strategic shift in the regime's approach, 


referring to the effort --- as 


"consciousness warfare" 


rather than "Hasbara."


 


Throughout the session, Sa'ar reiterated how the 


distorted Israeli regime image worldwide has 


constrained Tel Aviv’s political leadership's


 ability to maneuver on the world stage.


 


Meanwhile, activists have criticized and ridiculed the 


move, arguing that it seeks to justify the regime's 


genocidal campaign in Gaza, which has drawn 


widespread international condemnation.


 


The budget increase for the so-called "public diplomacy"


 coincides with intensified Israeli military raids on 


Gaza's health facilities, including Kamal Adwan 


Hospital in northern Gaza.


 


The last functioning health facility in northern Gaza


 was recently fully evacuated, and medical staff 


were detained, with no information available 


regarding their whereabouts.


 


Since the start of the war on Gaza in October 2023, 


1,068 medical staff members have been martyred. 


Additionally, 331 medical personnel have been 


detained, with many executed inside prisons.


 


The Israeli attacks have rendered 34 hospitals non-


functional - forced the closure of 80 health centres,


--- and targeted 162 health facilities. At least seven


 mass graves have been identified inside hospitals.


 


As the Israeli foreign ministry announced its increased 


budget for influencers, corporate figure Van Jones 


appeared alongside Noa Tishby, a producer, 


actress, and an outspoken supporter of 


Israeli policies.


 


On December 29th, Tishby shared a video on her 


X account (formerly Twitter) featuring Jones 


participating in lighting the "first-ever 


Hanukkah candle.”


 


"@VanJones68 joins me - to light his first-ever Hanukkah 


candle. We talked about the powerful bond between the


 Black and Jewish communities and the importance of 


showing up for one another," she wrote, with many 


linking it to the new Hasbara project. 


 


Tishby described Jones as "one of the strongest allies 


the Jewish community has had in recent years." The 


US author responded by saying they seek to 


"repair the world."


 


The video sparked backlash on social media. Some 


commented on Tishby’s post by highlighting 


instances of the mistreatment of Black 


individuals by illegal settlers in the 


occupied territories. 


 


“This is how your people treat Black people in 


IsraHell!” wrote a user named Truth Seeker.


 


On its X account, Drop Site shared a video showing 


young boys planting a barrel and explained that 


“coordinated Hasbara campaigns” usually 


involve prominent propagandists 


(Hasbaraists), who spread the 


same misinformation despite 


substantial evidence to 


the contrary.


 


It also documented how the same undated video was 


shared by propagandist accounts, all claiming that 


the young boys were Hamas members planting 


bombs near a hospital in Gaza.


 


The page further noted that the video was 


initially shared by COGAT, the Israeli 


regime body... responsible for 


coordinating aid into Gaza, 


and was amplified.... by 


prominent Hasbarists.


 


According to the account, this release coincided with 


global outrage over Israel’s attack on Kamal Adwan 


Hospital in northern Gaza, during which the 


hospital was burned down, its director 


abducted and reportedly sent to one 


of Israel’s notorious prisons...


 for torture.


 


 


In Slough, when people complained about


the stench from the industrial estate and


traffic fumes... the local buses added 


rose petal perfume to the deisel....


Hasbara!


 


What do you think the apartheid


colonialists, should do?


_________________________________






Hind Rajab Foundation ----- names 


Israeli war criminals vacationing 


after Gaza genocide


December 21st, 4:38pm


 by Alireza Akbari


 


On December 12th, an X account associated with the 


Israeli spy agency Mossad --- issued a stern warning 


to regime soldiers against sharing personal photos 


on social media.


 


“Do not post a picture of yourself in the battlefields of 


Gaza or elsewhere,” it said, underscoring the risks of 


exposure to an identity-revealing campaign targeting 


members of the Israeli forces.


 


More than 45,000 Palestinians, most of them children 


and women, have been killed in the Gaza Strip since 


October 7 last year in the Israeli regime's all-out 


genocidal war ----- backed by the West.


 


The X page affiliated with Mossad highlighted concerns 


over a group identifying Israeli soldiers and sharing 


their details with foreign authorities in countries 


where the soldiers might be vacationing.


 


It warned Israeli soldiers that they may be "arrested" 


and their vacation could turn into a "nightmare.”


 


Its reference... was to the Hind Rajab Foundation, named 


in memory of a Palestinian girl who was tragically killed 


alongside her family, by Israeli forces, late last year.


 


"It is too late; the evidence has been documented. 


War criminals who have essentially testified 


against themselves --- will not escape 


justice," the foundation responded 


to the advisory.


 


“However,” it hastened to add, “the true nightmare is not 


that their vacation is ruined—it is the genocide these 


criminals have committed.”


 


Mossad’s warning follows an earlier notice by the Israeli 


military in early December, advising around 30 soldiers 


to avoid traveling abroad ---- due to legal complaints 


filed against them for war crimes.


 


In October 2024, the Hind Rajab Foundation filed a formal


 complaint with the International Criminal Court (ICC) 


against 1,000 Israeli soldiers --- for perpetrating 


war crimes against Palestinians in Gaza.


 


The foundation, a branch of the March 30 Movement, 


was established following Israel’s genocidal war on 


Gaza in October 2023, which has since spawned


the worst humanitarian crisis there.


 


The complaint targeted soldiers across all ranks, from 


high-ranking generals and air marshals to low-ranking 


personnel ----- for direct involvement in genocidal war 


crimes in the besieged Palestinian strip.


 


The case was bolstered by over 8,000 pieces of 


evidence, including videos, audio recordings, 


forensic reports, and social media 


documentation, meticulously 


detailing the soldiers’ 


war crimes.


 


The ongoing Israeli genocidal campaign, which began


in October last year, has resulted in over 45,227 


Palestinian deaths and left more than 


107,573 injured.


 


Despite the mounting international outcry, some Israeli 


soldiers have continued to flaunt their involvement in 


the Gaza genocide, sharing photos and videos of 


their war crimes on platforms like TikTok 


and Instagram.


 


The simmering humanitarian crisis in Gaza, coupled with 


Israeli soldiers boasting about their diabolic war crimes 


has now prompted legal experts, activists, and human 


rights organizations - to intensify their efforts to hold 


the perpetrators accountable for these atrocities.


 


Among these organizations is the Hind Rajab Foundation,


 which has identified several Israeli regime soldiers 


and filed complaints regarding their war crimes


 in the Gaza Strip.


 


The foundation is also informing the countries 


where these soldiers are vacationing to urge 


those governments to arrest the Israeli war 


criminals over the ongoing genocidal war.


 


Israeli soldiers identified by Hind Rajab Foundation


 


On December the 18th, the Hind Rajab Foundation (HRF) 


announced ------- the identification of Gal Ferenbook, an 


Israeli soldier implicated in the killing of a Palestinian 


civilian and the degrading treatment of their remains.


 


It located Ferenbook in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and 


formally demanded his immediate arrest by the


Sri Lankan authorities. It also submitted a 


complaint to the ICC and requested 


Interpol to issue a red notice 


for his capture.


 


Ferenbook, a member of Company B, Sayeret Golani, 


sparked outrage on August the 9th, 2024, when he


 uploaded a video to his Instagram account 


showing himself inside an armoured 


personnel carrier (APC) in Gaza 


after committing war crimes.


 


The footage, which was widely shared and condemned, 


captured Ferenbook watching the remains of a 


deceased Palestinian civilian on the 


vehicle’s monitor.


 


The video also included a voice, speaking in Hebrew, 


mocking the situation and referring to Ferenbook as 


“Gal Foundouk, our terminator,” while laughing and 


pointing to the remains.


 


Ferenbook, seen smiling and boasting, treated the 


deceased as a war trophy, a clear violation of 


international humanitarian law, according 


to legal experts.


 


The video, corroborated by metadata and other 


contextual evidence, confirms Ferenbook’s 


presence in Gaza during Israeli genocidal 


offensives and implicates him in 


horrendous war crimes.


 


These include the outrages upon the personal dignity 


of the deceased, the unlawful killing of a civilian, 


and the destruction of civilian infrastructure 


outside military necessity.


 


HRF's complaint, submitted under Article 15 of the Rome


 Statute, calls on the ICC to open an investigation into 


Ferenbook’s crimes.


 


The crimes include: outraging personal dignity (Article 8


(2)(b)(xxi)), willful killing of a protected person (Article 8


(2)(a)(i)), and destruction of civilian infrastructure 


without military necessity (Article 8(2)(b)(ii)).


 


Israeli media, meanwhile, reported that the war criminal 


Ferenbook had fled Sri Lanka, after the Brussels-based 


foundation filed the case against him. 


 


On December the 6th in 2024, HRF filed a legal complaint 


in France --- against the Israeli regime soldier Roi Hakimi, 


on charges of acts of terror & enforced disappearances 


during Israel's genocidal war on Gaza.


 


The complaint, submitted under French criminal law, said


 that Hakimi, a Master Sergeant in the Palhod Unit of the 


Nahal Brigade, committed serious violations of 


international law during the offensive.


 


Evidence presented includes Hakimi’s own social media 


posts, which feature photos and videos of him in Gaza, 


armed and in military uniform, amidst scenes of 


widespread destruction.


 


The posts also document detainees in degrading 


conditions and actions ------ indicative of gross 


violations of international humanitarian law.


 


One particularly incriminating image depicts Palestinian 


detainees, bound and stripped to their undergarments, 


standing in freezing temperatures at night, amid


 the ruins of Gaza.


 


The complaint asserts, that such treatment amounts to 


torture and enforced disappearances — both explicitly 


prohibited under international law and recognized as 


crimes under French statutes.


 


The case relies on Articles 689-1, 689-2, and 689-13 of 


the French Code of Criminal Procedure -- which grant 


French courts jurisdiction over international crimes,
including torture and enforced disappearances, 


if the accused is present in France.


 


Hakimi is currently believed to be on French soil, 


as evidenced by his social media activity, which 


shows him spending quality time at a ski resort 


in Savoie.


 


Brussels-based HRF has called on the French authorities 


to exercise their jurisdiction and initiate immediate legal 


proceedings to hold Hakimi accountable for war crimes.


 


On December the 3rd, in 2024, the HRF, in collaboration 


with the March 30 Movement --- urged Belgium to deny


 accreditation to Colonel Moshe Tetro, Israel’s newly 


appointed military attaché.


 


The groups cited Tetro’s involvement in war crimes, 


crimes against humanity, and genocide during his 


tenure as head of the Coordination and Liaison 


Administration for the Gaza Strip (CLA).


 


In a formal complaint filed with the ICC, it accused Tetro 


of implementing policies that deliberately starved 


Gaza’s population - by restricting essential 


resources such as food, water, and 


medical supplies.


 


These measures, described as a form of man-made 


famine, have been condemned as collective 


punishment targeting one of the world’s 


most vulnerable civilian populations.


 


The ICC has previously addressed the use of starvation


as a method of warfare, notably in its warrants against 


Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, and the


military affairs minister, Yoav Gallant.


 


HRF argued that Tetro’s actions followed the same


pattern, perpetuating widespread suffering --- in 


violation of international humanitarian law.


 


Tetro is also accused of directing attacks on hospitals, 


including the Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis city and 


Al Shifa Hospital in Gaza City, resulting in mass 


civilian casualties.


 


Evidence submitted to the ICC -------- includes records of
Tetro’s communications with hospital directors, before
the attacks - which systematically dismantled Gaza’s 


healthcare system, leaving civilians without access 


to critical medical care.


 


In a letter to Belgium’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, HRF 


Chairman Dyab Abou Jahjah emphasized Belgium’s 


moral and legal responsibility ------- to reject 


Tetro’s accreditation.


 


HRF and its partners have called on Belgium to take a 


principled stand against impunity by denying Colonel 


Moshe Tetro... diplomatic recognition.


 


The case has underscored the growing push for 


accountability over Israel’s genocide in Gaza.


 


On November the 29th, the HRF, in partnership with the 


March 30 Movement and represented by the attorney 


Haroon Raza ------ filed another legal complaint in 


Amsterdam, demanding the immediate arrest 


and prosecution of three Israeli regime 


soldiers for war crimes in Gaza.


 


The accused  ------- Yehuda Tsfa, Yotam Shmuelevich, and 


Liran Magal --- are members of the Latak Unit of the 932 


“Granit” Battalion of the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF).


 


They participated in the destruction of civilian


 properties in Gaza, including the burning of 


homes in Gaza City and the destruction of 


critical infrastructure, at Rafah Crossing.


 


The complaint, grounded in international humanitarian 


law, asserts that these actions constitute grave 


violations of the laws of armed conflict, which 


protect civilian objects and prohibit attacks 


that are indiscriminate, disproportionate, 


or lacking military necessity.


 


The targeted destruction of civilian homes and 


infrastructure is highlighted ---- as part of a 


broader pattern of collective punishment 


against the Gaza population.


 


The complaint referenced key provisions 


of international law, to substantiate 


the allegations:


 


Article 53 of the Fourth Geneva Convention prohibits the 


destruction of property by an occupying power unless 


necessary for military operations. The burning of 


homes and destruction at the Rafah Crossing 


do not meet this criterion.


 


Article 147 of the Fourth Geneva Convention classifies 


extensive destruction of property, as not justified by 


military necessity and carried out unlawfully and 


wantonly, as a grave breach of the Convention.


 


Article 54 of Protocol I --------- prohibits attacks on objects


 indispensable to the survival of civilians, including food 


supplies and drinking water installations. The Rafah 


Crossing, essential for the delivery of food and 


medical aid, falls within this category.


 


Article 8(2)(b)(ii) of the Rome Statute criminalizes 


deliberate attacks on civilian objects that are


 not military objectives.


 


Article 8(2)(b)(xxv) of the Rome Statute prohibits 


starvation of civilians as a method of warfare - 


including depriving them of objects essential


 to their survival.


 


Rafah Crossing’s destruction has had devastating 


consequences for Gaza’s civilian population, 


exacerbating famine by blocking the flow 


of food, medical supplies, and other 


essential goods.


 


The deliberate targeting of such infrastructure, 


the complaint argues, represents a calculated 


strategy to collectively punish civilians --- in 


violation of international law, according


 to experts.


 


The complaint stresses that, under international law, 


the Dutch authorities are obligated to act, as the 


accused soldiers have reportedly been 


present in the Netherlands.


 


By invoking legal precedents.. from the ICC and the 


International Court of Justice (ICJ), the foundation 


highlighted the responsibility of states ------- 


to apprehend and prosecute individuals 


suspected of war crimes, and crimes


against humanity.


 


This case not only seeks accountability for the actions 


of Tsfa, Shmuelevich, and Magal but also underscores 


the critical need --- to address the ongoing impact of 


such violations on the civilian population of Gaza.


 


On November the 27th, in 2024, the HRF submitted a


 formal complaint to the ICC against Israeli soldier 


Liam Shkedi, accusing him of war crimes, crimes 


against humanity, genocide, and crimes 


of aggression.


 


The complaint -- demands Shkedi's 


immediate arrest and prosecution.


 


It detailed Shkedi’s involvement.. in the destruction 


of a civilian home in Ni’lin, Ramallah, on March 23, 


2023, as well as his role in a massacre in Gaza’s 


Al-Bureij camp.


 


The attacks on Al-Bureij -- which targeted densely 


populated residential areas, caused devastating 


civilian casualties ---- and were characterized 


as indiscriminate.


 


These incidents, the complaint asserts, are part 


of a broader pattern of systematic violations of 


international humanitarian law.   The actions 


attributed to Shkedi highlight the deliberate 


targeting of civilians and civilian 


infrastructure in Gaza and the 


occupied West Bank.


 


HRF confirmed, that Shkedi is currently in Dubai, United 


Arab Emirates, and formally requested that the Emirati
authorities arrest him. Citing the UAE’s obligations


under international law, the Foundation urged his 


immediate transfer to the ICC for prosecution.


 


To substantiate the case filed against the soldier, HRF 


provided extensive video and photographic evidence, 


including material sourced from Shkedi’s own social 


media accounts.


 


The evidence reportedly documents his participation


 in unlawful attacks on civilian infrastructure.


 


On November the 18th, in 2024, the HRF announced it 


was investigating reports of the possible detention 


of Israeli reserve officer Elisha Livman in Cyprus, 


after complaints of war crimes committed


 in Gaza.


 


Despite the development, Livman reportedly fled Cyprus 


with direct assistance from the Israeli regime, as was 


revealed by the Israeli newspaper, Israel Hayom.


 


This intervention, described by the HRF as a "brazen


example of state-sponsored impunity" --- has drawn 


sharp criticism for undermining international law 


and obstructing justice.


 


The HRF --- had filed a formal complaint with the Cypriot
authorities, presenting extensive evidence of Livman’s
involvement in war crimes. Among the evidence -- was
video footage showing Livman setting fire to a civilian
home in Gaza, declaring: “We will not stop until we 


burn all of Gaza.”


 


The HRF highlighted that his statements and actions 


demonstrate clear genocidal intent, violating both 


the Geneva Conventions and the Rome Statute.


 


In a strongly worded statement, the HRF condemned 


Livman’s escape, orchestrated with the active
involvement of the Israeli regime. “This is 


not just an obstruction of justice; it is 


a deliberate attempt to shield a war 


criminal from accountability,” 


it said.


 


It also underscored that Cyprus retains full 


jurisdiction over the case and called for 


the investigation into Livman 


to continue.


 


On November the 6th, in 2024 --- the HRF formally 


requested the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) 


in the UK to launch an investigation into Alon 


Elgali, Chief Executive Officer of Meshek 


Afar Limited, for war crimes in Gaza.


 


Elgali was reportedly in the UK at the time of the 


complaint ---- accused of direct involvement in 


grave breaches of the Geneva Conventions 


and international humanitarian law.


 


The HRF’s letter to the MPS Commissioner detailed the 


complaint that Elgali oversaw and participated in the 


unlawful destruction and appropriation of civilian 


property, including a mosque in Rafah, southern


 Gaza Strip, between October the 31st and 


November the 4th, 2024.


 


These actions, targeting civilian infrastructure in 


protected areas, are cited as potential war 


crimes under the UK’s ICC Act 2001 and


 Geneva Conventions Act 1957.


 


The HRF provided video and photographic evidence 


from Elgali’s social media accounts, which show 


him operating and supervising bulldozers 


demolishing civilian structures.


 


Witness statements corroborated that Meshek Afar 


Limited was stationed in Rafah, specifically for 


these operations demolitions.


 


Under Article 8(2)(a)(iv) of the Rome Statute, 


the intentional destruction of civilian 


property without military necessity


 is classified as a war crime.


 


Additionally, Article 147 of the Fourth Geneva Convention


identifies extensive destruction of civilian property as 


a “grave breach,” requiring contracting parties, such 


as the UK, to take legal action against those 


responsible.


 


The HRF urged the Metropolitan Police’s Counter 


Terrorism Command (CTC), which specializes in 


investigating complex international crimes,


 to prioritize the case.


 


The HRF highlighted guidelines from the College of 


Policing, emphasizing the importance of handling 


such serious complaints with urgency, 


impartiality, and diligence.


 


On October the 24th, in 2024, another complaint was 


filed in Ecuador against Sahar Enrique Cohen, an 


Ecuadorian citizen over war crimes and crimes 


against humanity during the Israeli genocide


 in Gaza.


 


The complaint, submitted to the Criminal Court 


of Guayas, seeks prosecution under both 


Ecuadorian and international law for 


Cohen’s role in systematic attacks 


targeting Palestinian civilians 


and medical facilities.


 


Cohen is accused of participating in the March 18, 


2024, assault on Al-Shifa Hospital.... in Gaza City, 


where thousands of civilians had sought refuge.


 


The attack resulted in the deaths of patients, including 


children and the elderly --- due to the destruction of 


critical medical infrastructure and the intentional 


denial of life-saving resources.


 


The complaint terms these assaults as genocide and 


crimes against humanity under international law.


 


The filing also details horrific acts of torture and 


persecution committed by Cohen, including 


physical and psychological abuse, forced 


nudity, rape, and the deprivation of 


essential resources like food 


and water.


 


Citing Article 14 of Ecuador’s Comprehensive Organic


 Criminal Code (COIP), the Foundation called on 


Ecuador to prosecute Cohen for these grave 


violations, asserting that Ecuadorian 


jurisdiction..... extends to crimes 


committed beyond its borders 


when they contravene 


international human


 rights laws.


 


On October 18, 2024, the HRF revealed evidence that 


Israeli war criminal Moshe Gafni was present in the 


United Arab Emirates.


 


It announced plans to officially request his arrest and 


notify UAE authorities. “We will officially request his 


arrest and notify the UAE authorities.”


 


On October the 13th, in 2024, French-Israeli singer 


Refael Allush was accused of involvement in the 


ongoing genocide in Gaza. Allush participated 


in the destruction, looting, and appropriation 


of civilian homes and neighbourhoods, 


according to the HRF.


 


Despite these complaints, Allush continued to travel 


freely to France -------------- to perform at social events.


 


On October the 5th, in 2024, HRF issued an urgent call 


to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) ---- urging them 


to arrest the Israeli war criminal.. and US citizen 


Elias Gibs in accordance with international law.


 


It confirmed credible information about Gibs' presence in


 the UAE, identifying him as a member of the infamous 


Ghost Unit (Refaim). Gibs is implicated in the killing 


of 120 Palestinian civilians in Gaza.


 


The March 30 Movement, which partnered with the 


Foundation, echoed these concerns, emphasizing 


the urgency of Gibs' arrest, under the UAE's 


obligations to international law.


 


On September the 27th, in 2024, the HRF revealed that 


Israeli soldier Moshe Avichzer had been detained 


in Morocco --- for his involvement in war crimes 


committed during Israeli offensives in Gaza.


 


It reiterated its stance that "justice and accountability 


must prevail," ---- highlighting the significance of 


the detention ---- as a step toward holding 


war criminals accountable.


 


 


Hats off to these wonderfully patient people


pursuing justice for the Palestinians. I say


.....thank you and God bless you! 


 


What do you say?


 






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Assad knew, aligning with pro-Israel Arab

rulers - would mean betrayal of Palestine

by Omer Khaled

December 18th 3:09pm

 

Doomsayers are imprudently speculating that the 

resistance axis has been crushed in Syria with 

the ouster of Bashar al-Assad and the rise of 

West-backed militant groups.

 

Nothing could be further from the truth.

 

The resistance axis has in fact neutralized a significant 

strategic threat --- which will become evident over time. 

This axis remains undefeatable ---- and continues to be 

a formidable force in the region.

 

The strategic importance of Syria to the resistance axis 

in its protracted struggle against Israeli occupation and 

Western imperialism cannot be overstated. Syria has 

been a key player in this fight.

 

For decades, Syria served as a crucial logistical route for

 supplying weapons to resistance groups in Lebanon and 

Palestine, steadfastly supporting them despite crippling 

sanctions and terrorism.

 

This unwavering commitment to the resistance front with

 the goal of the liberation of occupied Palestinian 

territories from Zionist occupation, ultimately - 

cost Assad his long-standing hold on power.

 

Assad’s removal from power had for long figured high on 

the agenda of the Zionist regime and its Western allies. 

While the resistance axis and the Assad government

 in Damascus were focused on confronting Israeli 

occupation, some Arab states moved to 

normalize ties with the very regime.

 

The farce of normalization with the Israeli occupation 

not only represented a betrayal of the Palestinian 

cause that the Arab nations claim to support, 

but also served as a means to settle scores 

with Assad.

 

Most of these regimes in the Arab world have for long 

only offered lip service for the Palestinian cause to 

avoid being in the crosshairs of the Tel Aviv 

regime and its patron-in-chief, the US.

 

The 1978 Camp David Accords marked the beginning of 

efforts by some Arab nations.... to normalize the Israeli 

occupation of Palestine. This trend continued with the 

1993 Oslo Accords, in which the Palestinian Liberation 

Organization (PLO) formally recognized the illegitimate 

Zionist entity.

 

Neither of these agreements found support or 

acceptance among the people of West Asia, 

including Palestinians. Nevertheless, 

both deals played a significant role 

in solidifying the presence of the

illegitimate entity on occupied

 Palestinian land.

 

The 2020 Abraham Accords, orchestrated by showman-

turned-president Donald Trump, marked another major 

milestone in the campaign to legitimize the illegal 

occupation of Palestine. Many Arab regimes 

fell into the vicious trap --- in exchange 

for meager economic incentives.

 

Authoritarian regimes across the Arab world openly 

competed to normalize relations with the Israeli 

regime, publicly confirming what had been 

privately known for decades — their 

betrayal of Palestine.

 

This trajectory continued until October 7, 2023, when 

Operation Al-Aqsa Flood changed everything. This

 historic event fundamentally altered regional 

dynamics and shook the very foundation 

of the Zionist occupation ------- and its 

Western patrons.

 

The October the 7th operation, launched in response to 

decades of occupation, oppression, and subjugation, 

was followed ----- by an all-out genocidal campaign 

against Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip.

 

In light of the genocidal war crimes perpetrated by the 

Israeli regime in besieged Gaza — later.... extended to 

Lebanon — normalizing relations with the occupation 

ceased to be seen as a viable course of action.

 

Even some Western countries publicly condemned the 

genocidal war crimes, and the International Criminal 

Court (ICC) was compelled to issue arrest warrants 

for Israeli war criminals.

 

Since the outset of the occupation of Palestine and the 

establishment of the illegitimate apartheid entity on 

stolen land, the US has acted as its sword & shield, 

providing unwavering support to entrench the 

occupation --- and enable settler-colonial 

activities in the occupied territories.

 

For any country seeking favor with American elites and 

the privileges that come with it, the formula has been 

simple and clear: establish ties with the Israeli 

occupation and turn a blind eye to its 

atrocities against the Palestinians, 

including women and children.

 

This is the primary reason --- why some Arab and Muslim 

countries in recent years chose to shake hands stained 

with the blood of Palestinian children for short-term 

gains. However, the resistance axis refused to 

compromise, standing its ground firmly in 

rejecting the West-sponsored settler-

colonial project.

 

The Israeli-US project employed every tool at its disposal 

to knock out the resistance axis and coerce countries in

 West Asia into submission. While many yielded, Syria 

remained steadfast in its support for the axis, 

despite suffering - in many different ways.

 

The occupation of the Syrian Golan Heights and the 

deep-seated hatred for the Zionist regime among 

ordinary Syrians made the fight against the 

occupation an existential priority for 

the Syrian government.

 

Thus, ensuring the survival of this "cancerous tumour" 

required one thing: the removal of Assad in Syria. Any 

ruling dispensation in Syria that regards the Israeli 

regime as an enemy would inevitably face 

unrelenting hostility.

 

For years, Western powers, backed by the Israeli regime, 

sought to overthrow the democratically elected Assad 

government in Damascus, employing sanctions, 

terrorist groups, and foreign mercenaries,

 as part of their strategy.

 

After years of crippling and draconian Western sanctions

 that decimated Syria’s economic infrastructure and 

plunged its society into poverty, Assad was left 

with limited choices.

 

Either he had to fight the armed militants while his army 

was on the brink of collapse, or he had to accept offers 

from Arab monarchies -- to abandon support for the 

Palestinian cause -- and embrace Israel.

 

Assad fully understood what aligning with Arab rulers 

who colluded with the US and Zionists would entail.

 Such a move would inevitably draw him closer to 

the US and, ultimately, require normalizing ties 

with Israel. That - was the proverbial red line.

 

Amid this strategic ambiguity, Syria, steadfast in 

its commitment to the resistance axis, was not 

offered on a platter to the Zionist enemy, as

 many mistakenly assume.

 

Instead, these turn of events have created a 

new opportunity for the axis to shock 

the enemy in the future.

 

Omer Khaled is a Syrian journalist who has covered 

foreign-backed militancy in the Arab country for 

many years.

 

(The views expressed in this article

do not necessarily reflect those of 

Press TV.)

 

 

No, but they represent the views

of those... who have watched

the US and Israel - blowing

the arms and legs off of

children. What do you

think about that?

 

 

 

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South Korea --- Eyes

a Rich BRICS Road, 

to the Global South

by Lakhvinder Singh

December 4th, 2024 

(BRICS PORTAL)

 

In 2024, the BRICS nations continue to consolidate their influence

 in the global arena, collectively accounting for over 40% of the 

world’s population and approximately 30% of global GDP 

in purchasing power parity terms.

 

According to recent IMF projections, BRICS countries are set to 

contribute over 50% of global GDP growth in the coming years, 

underscoring their increasing weight in the international 

economic landscape.

 

China and India, in particular, remain the principal economic 

engines of the group - each maintaining robust trajectories 

fueled by China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and India’s 

ascendancy as a prominent manufacturing hub.

 

Complementing these giants, Russia leverages its vast energy 

resources, Brazil capitalizes on its agricultural and natural 

wealth and South Africa anchors the coalition’s outreach 

on the African continent. This strategic diversity enables

 BRICS to wield considerable influence in shaping global 

economic and political agendas.

 

Today, the BRICS is positioning itself as a counterweight to

 traditional Western-led financial institutions like the IMF 

and World Bank, aiming to restore balance and justice 

in the emerging global economic order.

 

Central to this effort is the New Development Bank (NDB), 

which began with an initial capital of US$100 billion to 

fund infrastructure and sustainable projects, 

extending beyond the BRICS members 

to other emerging economies.

 

This initiative, combined with efforts to promote trade in local 

currencies, reflects a strategy to reduce reliance on dollar-

based systems and challenge Western dominance in 

global financial governance.

 

Moreover... BRICS has increasingly positioned itself as 

a representative of the Global South --- advocating for 

principles of non-interference & mutual development.

 

The 2024 BRICS summit in Russia reinforced this by welcoming 

Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the UAE, 

highlighting its ambition to form a more inclusive

 grouping with greater global influence.

 

Today, BRICS is not merely an economic grouping; it represents 

the desire of the Global South for a shift toward a multipolar 

global order, with the grouping increasingly diverging from 

Western narratives on critical geopolitical issues.

 

This rising influence is reflected in efforts to reshape the 

international financial architecture, promote new 

development models ------ and challenge the 

dominance of Western-led institutions

 in international politics.

 

The group’s coherence in advancing the interests of the Global 

South and its proactive pursuit of economic sovereignty and 

technological self-reliance is pivotal to its vision of a new 

world order.

 

Strategic Seoul positioning

 

South Korea’s rise as a major economic and technological player 

has positioned it as an influential actor in global geopolitics. As 

a significant member of the G20 -- and an active participant in 

multilateral forums, South Korea has consistently advocated 

for greater representation of emerging economies in global 

governance institutions.

 

Despite its non-membership in BRICS, South Korea shares many of 

the coalition’s aspirations, particularly in diversifying economic 

partnerships and reducing dependence on a Western-centric 

international order.

 

South Korea’s strategic policies, such as the New Southern Policy 

(NSP), emphasize greater engagement with emerging economies 

in South and Southeast Asia, regions where BRICS nations, 

particularly India, hold considerable sway.

 

Furthermore, South Korea’s Indo-Pacific strategy aligns with BRICS 

interests, particularly in fostering connectivity and infrastructure 

development, providing fertile ground for deeper engagement 

on both bilateral and multilateral platforms.

 

For South Korea, closer cooperation with BRICS, offers numerous 

benefits. By actively engaging with BRICS-led initiatives such as 

the NDB, South Korea can gain a foothold in emerging financial 

frameworks, reducing its reliance on traditional Western 

financial systems and broadening its influence in 

global economic governance.

 

This involvement also positions South Korea as a neutral partner 

that bridges traditional Western alliances with emerging powers 

in BRICS, enhancing its diplomatic leverage and strategic 

flexibility in an increasingly multipolar world.

 

The diversification of its export markets, supply chains, and 

diplomatic engagements through partnerships with BRICS 

nations will be essential for maintaining competitiveness 

and securing long-term interests.

 

Collaborating with BRICS institutions, also provides South Korea 

the opportunity to access emerging markets, and participate in 

the growing regional integration efforts among BRICS members 

and their allies.

 

India-South Korea in BRICS embrace

 

India and South Korea are already strong strategic and economic 

partners. However... as BRICS expands its influence in the global 

arena with India as a key player, it presents a unique opportunity 

for South Korea to enhance its global status by strengthening its 

bilateral ties and collaborating more closely on global security 

and strategic issues.

 

Both nations possess complementary strengths and shared 

interests, making cooperation increasingly beneficial amid 

shifting global dynamics. India and South Korea have 

established a robust economic partnership, but 

there is still significant potential to deepen 

trade and investment ties.

 

In the wake of BRICS’ rise, the two countries could focus on 

expanding the Comprehensive Economic Partnership 

Agreement (CEPA) to include areas such as digital 

trade, intellectual property rights, and services. 

This would not only provide preferential market 

access and boost bilateral trade volumes but 

also help South Korea strengthen its ties 

with the Global South.

 

Additionally, South Korea can leverage India as an alternative

 manufacturing hub amid shifting global supply chains, 

particularly in electronics, semiconductors and 

automotive manufacturing.

 

Participation in India’s ambitious infrastructure projects, such as 

the National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP) and the Smart Cities 

Mission, presents further opportunities for Korean firms to

 expand their influence and capitalize on India’s rapid 

growth trajectory, reinforcing South Korea’s 

engagement with BRICS countries.

 

The evolving geopolitical landscape demands stronger strategic 

ties between South Korea and the Global South. Closer 

cooperation with India in maintaining a free and 

inclusive Indo-Pacific region, enhancing naval 

coordination, and strengthening joint efforts 

in counter-piracy and in counterterrorism 

operations will bolster regional security 

and stability, enhancing South Korea’s 

role as a net security provider.

 

Moreover, the defense industries of both countries offer scope for 

collaboration in areas such as co-production of defense systems 

and joint development of critical technologies like missile 

defense, drones, and cybersecurity, reducing the Global 

South’s dependence on Western defense industries

 for national defense capabilities.

 

Both India and South Korea are leaders in innovation and 

technology, and collaboration in emerging fields such as 

artificial intelligence, renewable energy, quantum 

computing, and green technologies can yield 

substantial benefits not only for their 

national economies but also for the 

wider region and the Global South.

 

South Korea’s leadership in semiconductors can further support 

India’s ambitions to build a robust semiconductor ecosystem 

through joint investments and technology transfers, thereby 

boosting India’s position within the Global South.

 

Strengthening cultural ties... and enhancing people-to-people 

exchanges are essential for sustaining deeper collaboration.

 By deepening academic exchanges, providing scholarships, 

establishing joint research centres, and promoting cultural 

collaborations in areas such as film, music, and cuisine, 

South Korea can enhance mutual understanding and 

support broader partnerships with India.

 

This cultural engagement can serve as a gateway for South Korea 

to connect with BRICS nations and the Global South, which has 

been a challenge due to its close ties with the United States 

and Western-dominated institutions. Developing deeper 

cultural relations with India... can correct this 

diplomatic anomaly and allow South Korea 

to extend its engagement beyond the 

US and the West.

 

India and South Korea share common values of democracy, 

development and international cooperation. With the rise 

of BRICS, India can act as a bridge, bringing South 

Korean perspectives into multilateral dialogues.

 Joint efforts in platforms like the G20, UN, and 

ASEAN can enhance diplomatic influence and 

promote shared interests, including global 

governance reforms, climate action 

and cybersecurity.

 

Sustainability remains a key concern for South Korea. 

Collaborative projects with India and BRICS member 

countries in renewable energy infrastructure, smart 

grids, electric mobility -- and autonomous transport

systems, can contribute to mutual energy security 

and support a sustainable future while integrating 

South Korea’s economy more deeply with the 

rising Global South. By focusing on green 

technologies, India and South Korea can

 play a pivotal role in the global 

energy transition.

 

South Korea’s engagement with BRICS, especially through 

its strengthened partnership with India, offers a strategic 

pathway for enhancing its global influence and securing 

its long-term interests in an evolving multipolar world.

 

A robust partnership for a new era

 

As a member of the US-led security order in Northeast Asia and 

heavily dependent on the United States for its security and 

economic prosperity, it may not be easy for South Korea

 to become a member of BRICS in the near future.

 

However, as the global order evolves with the rise of BRICS, 

South Korea is uniquely positioned to enhance its 

cooperation and engage in BRICS initiatives. 

 

The rise of BRICS signifies a shift towards a multipolar global 

order, wherein traditional power dynamics are being 

redefined, and emerging economies are asserting 

their influence on the world stage.

 

By proactively engaging with BRICS, South Korea can secure

 strategic advantages, reduce its dependency on traditional 

Western institutions, and expand its economic and 

geopolitical reach.

 

South Korea’s strategic positioning as an intermediary between

Western alliances and BRICS nations - presents an opportunity

 to shape regional and global dialogues, ensuring that its voice 

remains influential amidst shifting power structures.

 

By focusing on strategic, economic, and technological 

collaboration with India and engaging with the 

broader BRICS coalition, South Korea can 

protect its interests, seize new 

opportunities and bolster its 

status in an increasingly 

multipolar world.

 

The foundation of South Korea’s partnership with India rests on 

shared values, mutual trust, and complementary strengths, 

making their cooperation pivotal, for navigating the 

uncertainties of a changing global landscape.

 

Actively engaging with BRICS allows South Korea to align itself 

with a coalition that is reshaping the global order, securing its 

position as a key player in the evolving multipolar landscape, 

and expanding its influence on the global stage.

 

This proactive engagement..... not only enhances South Korea’s 

diplomatic & economic leverage but also solidifies its role as a 

dynamic actor in a redefined global order - positioning itself as

a bridge between the emerging powers and those established 

global players.

 

It is time for South Korea to adjust its diplomatic strategy to 

claim its due place in the emerging new order in the region.

 

Lakhvinder Singh is director of peace and

security studies at the Asia Institute in

 Seoul, South Korea.

 

Asia Times

 

Source: asiatimes.com

 

 

What a beautiful piece!

 

What do you think?

 




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"Kaya Kallas is good for Russia": 

the Balts --- will help the EU 

collapse

by Evgeny Umerenkov

November 30th, 6:57pm

(Komsomolskaya Pravda)

 

Political analyst Mezhevich explained the advantages

 of appointing Kaya Kallas as the EU's top diplomat.

 

The EU Parliament, has approved the new composition
of the EU Commission.  Among 27 EU commissioners 

- ministers who will join a new EU government from 

December the 1st - there are three Balts at once. 

 

Kaya Kallas, the former Prime Minister of Estonia, will 

replace the EU's top diplomat, Josep Borrel. Former

 Prime Minister of Lithuania, Andrius Kubilius - will 

become the Commissioner for Defense and Space

- this post is newly created. Valdis Dombrovskis 

the former Prime Minister of Latvia, will be
the Commissioner for the Economy.

 

What can we expect from them in the EU government?
On this, I had a conversation with Nikolai Mezhevich

the President of the Russian Association for 

Baltic Studies.

 

CALLAS IS A WANTED MAN

 

In February 2024, Kaju Kallas, then Prime Minister of 

Estonia, was put on the wanted list by the Russian
Interior Ministry. Presidential press Secretary, 

Dmitry Peskov explained - that this step was 

a response to its "hostile actions towards 

both historical memory and our country."

 

Callas has made it clear that while serving in the EU,

 she will seek indefinite sanctions against Russia.

 

"We should not be afraid of our own strength," the 

Estonian woman said, about the possibility of 

sending NATO troops to Ukraine. "Russia 

says that this or that step is an 

escalation, but defense is 

not an escalation."

 

KUBILIUS IS PREPARING FOR WAR

 

At the hearing on his appointment to the post of 

EU Commissioner, Andrius Kubilius said that he 

expects --- a war with the Russian Federation 

within "six to eight years" (despite the fact 

that President Vladimir Putin called such 

speculation "absolute nonsense"). So - 

the EU is obliged, to increase military 

production. In general, Kubilius sees 

his main task as --- "preparing for 

military aggression against EU 

member states by Russia."

 

DOMBROVSKIS IS LOOKING FOR RUSSIAN MONEY

 

Former Latvian Prime Minister Valdis Dombrovskis, has

 been working in the EU structures for 15 years. In his

 native country, he became famous for reducing the 

pensions of working pensioners by 70%, and non-

working - by 10% (later, the Constitutional Court 

declared this illegal).

 

"Russia -------- is obligated to pay reparations to Ukraine,"

Dombrovskis said a year ago -- as vice-president of the 

EU Commission. "That's why we need to pay attention 

to frozen Russian assets, including the reserves of 

the Central Bank of the Russian Federation."

 

Dombrovskis called the signing of a memorandum 

between the EU and Ukraine... on assistance to 

Kiev for $18 billion euros - at the expense of 

profits from our frozen assets - 

"a great honour".

 

THE JUDAS TEAM

 

- Why is there such a preference for the Baltic States?

 

- If you were recruiting Jesus Christ for the team, only 

people would be needed. But for the Judas team, 

they are completely different --- and for it, the 

Baltic representatives -- would be just right,"

says Nikolai Mezhevich.  "These politicians 

with demonstrative anti-Russian positions

 have been tested for years, and are 

completely manageable. At the 

same time, you can be a 

corrupt official, like 

Kaya Callas.

 

"Callas repented ---------- when it was revealed that her 

husband, Arvo Hallik --- was still trading with Russia 

after the start of the SVO. And for millions of euros. 

She explained that she had "no idea" about her 

husband's business…

 

- If this is repentance, then I'm sorry… In general, 

the main qualification requirement, is not to be 

an absolute idiot. The Defense Commissioner 

does not need to know the military industry 

at all. As to the Commissioner for Foreign 

Affairs policy, we understand, that the
Balts do not and will not have ----- an 

independent foreign policy, such as 

that of Russia, China, and the US.

 

- How will these appointments affect Russia?

 

"I'll assume...... that's a good thing for us. Because.. a 

person who has never dealt with such issues will be 

responsible for space. And for foreign affairs - an 

ambitious woman, but, firstly, semi-literate, and 

secondly, very semi-experienced. I would not 

compare the experience of the Estonian 

Prime Minister with the experience of 

the head of Yekaterinburg - where 

there are many more residents. 

 

About St. Petersburg - and even more 

so Moscow, it is not even necessary 

to speak.

 

SOUR CREAM WITH SUGAR

 

"Kaya Callas. She's the daughter of a Soviet banker…

 

- Her father... managed the system of savings banks, that

 is, actually Sberbank --- in the territory of the Republic 

of Estonia. This is not so small. He was an absolutely
wealthy man, a member of the CPSU, and a member 

of the highest level of the Soviet nomenklatura.

 

- Callas ----- has contradictory memories of her Soviet 

childhood. Then she complains that because of the 

security assigned to her, she could not play with 

children on the street. Then - she starts a song 

about the hard life under the Soviet regime - 

there were no sweets, we had to eat sour 

cream, with sugar.

 

- Yes, the whole of Estonia laughed at the words about 

candy. First, sour cream with sugar is a traditional 

Baltic dish, which is eaten by both small children 

and the elderly.

 

As for sweets, there was a brand store of the Kalev 

confectionery factory next to the building of the 

Central Committee of the Communist Party of 

Estonia. Kalev sweets -- were everywhere, 

they were inexpensive, and there were
lots of them.

 

And she's lying about Dad's security detail. The head

of Sberbank did not have security. In Soviet Estonia, 

only two or three people had security. Including the

First Secretary of the Estonian Communist Party &

the Chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme 

Soviet of the Republic of Estonia.

 

THE GARDEN WAS CUT DOWN

 

- There is a direct demand --- for semi-literate and 

deceitful, but absolutely controlled politicians. 

Annalena Burbock --- the German Foreign 

Minister --- who suggested that Russia 

should turn 360 degrees, is a classic 

option. And now --- Callas..... has 

reached the European scale.

 

- Yes, absolutely. But why... do you offend Kubilius with 

your attention? Unlike Callas, he was prime minister 

twice. But also semi-literate.

 

- He admitted that --- in 2004 his party conducted a 

survey among Lithuanians: when was life better, 

in the USSR or now? 54% said they were better

off in the Soviet Union. The results were not 

made public ..but Kubilius concluded: "We 

are dealing with a lost generation."

 

He also called for cutting off all economic ties with 

Russia, although Lithuania was thoroughly fueled 

by the export of dairy products to our country. 

This mentality is now very suitable for the 

EU's sanctions excitement.

 

- If Charles de Gaulle had been appointed to the 

EU Commission, I assure you that they would 

have demanded a written condemnation of 

the Soviet regime, and Ivan the Terrible, 

and Alexander III and so on. This - is 

euro-madness - a disease where 

paranoia becomes the norm.

 

How do we respond to this? Rejoice!  Because with 

such guides as Kallas and Kubilius - the EU's path 

will end. The EU is not our friend, not our brother, 

but our enemy. And - the sooner the experiment 

with a "united Europe" is finished, the better.

 

- Will we make the Balts gardeners 

of a blooming European garden?

 

"Yes, they cut down their own garden. Well, now they

 will have a great opportunity to bring the rest of
Europe to the position of their own countries. 

 

For example, French agriculture is on the same level 

as Lithuania, German industry is on the same level 

as Latvia, and French space programs are on the 

same level ......as Estonian space programs.




Made me laugh. How about you?

 

 

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"Zelensky's junta is terrified":  Medvedchuk
spoke about the mass flight of Ukrainians
from the Kiev regime ---- to the
Russian Federation

by Roman Shimaev, 

& Polina Poletaeva

November 29th, 2:14pm

(RT.ru)

 

Chair of the Council of the movement "Other Ukraine" 

Viktor Medvedchuk, spoke about the mass flight of
Ukrainians to the regions liberated by Russia
during the SVO. 

 

He noted that we are also talking about those who 

initially left Ukraine for Europe, but could not get 

a job there. According to him - in just ten years 

since the coup in Ukraine, about 15.7 million 

Ukrainian citizens - have decided to move
to the Russian Federation. 

 

Earlier, the authorities of the Kiev regime admitted

that their state policy failed  to support internally 

displaced persons.

 

Residents of Ukraine are returning -- en masse to the 

territories liberated by Russian troops from the Kiev 

regime, said Viktor Medvedchuk, chairman of the 

Council of the Other Ukraine movement.

 

"Zelensky's junta is horrified: citizens of Ukraine

 rushed en masse to the territories that became 

part of Russia," he said in a statement.

 

Medvedchuk noted that - after the coup d'etat that took

 place in Ukraine in 2014 - a process began that "can
be called with full confidence the reunification of
the Ukrainian people with Russia." 

 

According to the data provided --- over the past ten
years, 15.7 million Ukrainians have chosen Russia.

 

"Any Ukrainian citizen ---- who receives Russian 

citizenship automatically becomes a criminal 

for the Zelensky regime ---- and the path to 

Ukraine - is closed to him. You can... of 

course ------- sell your home... or get 

compensation for it and run away 

with the money to Europe.''

 

''But Ukrainians also come to Russia from Europe, 

especially when faced with difficulties settling 

in, language barriers - and the inability to find 

a decent job. Refugees with professions that 

are in short supply on the Russian labour 

market, and who have not found a job in 

the EU ---- are coming from Europe. And 

they plan to stay in Russia ------- for the

rest of their lives," Medvedchuk said.

 

The politician stated: that Zelensky's gang plundered 

and destroyed Ukraine, so now it is more profitable 

for citizens of the country to live in Russia. He 

also drew attention to the fact; that the 

current head of the Kiev regime is 

already being drained... by his

Western curators.

 

"Zelensky has already promised them peace ------ and 

cynically deceived them. And now we look at other 

presidential candidates: none of them promises 

peace for Ukraine. Therefore, the reaction - to 

escape from this crazy nedostrana... is quite 

logical - and understandable. Any president 

elected after Zelensky will be even worse," 

explained the head of the council of the 

Other Ukraine movement.

 

In October, the Ukrainian Ombudsman, Dmytro Lubinets, 

said that an increasing number of internally displaced 

Ukrainian citizens are returning to frontline cities or 

regions beyond the control of the Kiev regime.
 

According to him, this is also due to the 

lack of any assistance from the 

Ukrainian authorities.

 

The head of the Servant of the People party, Olena 

Shulyak, also called the state policy of Ukraine 

in supporting displaced persons - a failure.

 

This week, the deputy of the Verkhovna Rada from 

the presidential party, "Servant of the People", 

Maxim Tkachenko, said that about 150,000

 Ukrainians have returned to the regions 

that were liberated by Russian troops. 

 

A Ukrainian official, Pyotr Andryushchenko, noted that 

about 30% of the refugees.... returned to Mariupol, 

which was liberated by Russia's Armed Forces

 in May 2022.

 

"They don't want to live in a land ruled by Nazism"

 

Viktor Vodolatsky, First Deputy chairman of the State 

Duma Committee on CIS Affairs, Eurasian Integration

and Relations with Compatriots, said in conversation
with RT - that he personally observes how residents 

of the former Ukraine are returning to the Luhansk 

and Donetsk people's Republics.

 

"And today.... there are already a lot of such people. 

I, personally... helped those who returned to their 

relatives and loved ones through third countries, 

with the words that it is impossible and terrible 

to live in the Ukraine that Zelensky leads. 

Because... you don't know your future, 

what will happen to you tomorrow,"

he stressed.

 

The parliamentarian also expressed gratitude to the 

Russian consulates, which are actively involved in 

working with people who want to return to their 

homes in the liberated regions.

 

"People are fleeing from Ukraine. They don't want 

to live in a land that is now ruled by Nazism and 

nationalism led by Zelensky. Today - Ukraine is 

simply being physically and morally destroyed 

by the West," Vodolatsky added.

 

For her part -- Natalia Eremina, the Professor of the 

Department of European Studies at the Faculty of 

International Relations of St. Petersburg State

 University, noted that an increasing number 

of Ukrainians, decide to return to their 

homes in the regions that are now 

part of Russia, and highlighted 

a number of reasons.

 

"We know -- that quite a large part of people are still 

Russian-speaking, and they were dissatisfied with 

what was happening. These are questions, about 

changing the status of the Russian language and 

so on. The second point is that Ukraine really 

has no future with the current government. 

In addition, there are questions about the 

mobilization, which is now being carried 

out very aggressively. The prospect of 

European integration, becomes even 

more elusive -- as it is unclear what 

will happen to the European Union 

itself in five years. More and more 

people are starting to realize this" 

--- the source explained to RT.

 


If you know that Russians and Ukrainians
were very much one brotherly & sisterly
people, for decades in the Soviet Union,
the above article makes a lot of sense.

If you know that, from the time of the
disolution of the Soviet Union, the
US began its moves to split this
unity, with several Presidents
changing school curriculae
to teach two generations
to see their future - as
with the ''free'' West
and to hate Russia,
to the point of war,
you might see who
are the baddies
& the goodies!

If - such a tiny word
but so powerful...

what do you think?




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"Curtailment of powers": the new President 

of Georgia will be elected by the electoral 

college for the first time

by Alexey Zakvasin

November 26th, 11pm

(RT.ru)

 

For the first time, the head of state will be elected by a 

panel of 300 electors, half of whom will be deputies. 

 

Meanwhile, the opposition loyal to Mikheil Saakashvili 

still does not recognize the results of the October 26 

parliamentary elections and continues to protest. 

 

Earlier, according to the results of voting, the Georgian 

Dream Party retained its status as the ruling party. 

Meanwhile, according to the SVR, the West does 

not abandon attempts to change the political 

system of the republic. However, according 

to experts, the US and its European allies 

lack the resources to achieve their goal.

 

Presidential elections in Georgia.... will be held on 

December 14. This resolution ---- was adopted by 

the newly elected Parliament of the Republic on 

the initiative of the Speaker Shalva Papuashvili. 


The inauguration ceremony of the head of

 state will take place on December 29.

 

The vote was held - without the participation of 

opposition forces loyal to Mikhail Saakashvili. 

They ''did not recognize'' the results of 

the parliamentary elections held on 

October 26. The current head 

of state Salome Zurabishvili 

took their side.

 

Recall - that the Georgian Dream Party, which has been in
power since 2012, won the election. It won 89 seats, the
"Coalition for Change" — 19 seats, the "Unity — National
Movement" bloc — 16 seats, the "Strong Georgia"
coalition — 14 seats, and the  "Gakharia for
Georgia " - 12 seats.

 

Since October 28, protests have not stopped in front 

of the Parliament building in Tbilisi. The opposition 

accuses the authorities of rigging the election 

results. On November 25, protesters with EU 

and Ukrainian flags, tried to disrupt the first 

session of the new parliament by throwing 

stones and metal bars at its fences.

 

Currently, the Parliament of Georgia has a yellow 

security level, which implies limited access to 

the building. The Russian Embassy in Tbilisi - 

urged citizens to refrain "from visiting places

of mass gathering of people --- places where
demonstrations & protest actions are held."

 

Electoral system

 

The special feature of the upcoming presidential 

elections in Georgia is that for the first time he 

will be elected by the electoral college. It will 

consist of 300 people. Among them are 150

 members of Parliament, representatives of 

the Supreme Council of the Autonomous 

Republic of Abkhazia and the Supreme 

Council of the Autonomous Republic 

of Adjara, and delegates from local 

self-government bodies. 

 

Zourabichvili was chosen by universal suffrage in 

2018. Her term of office expires on December 16.

 

According to Sputnik Georgia, the ruling team

 ---- Georgian Dream ---- is currently holding 

consultations on presidential candidates.

 

 From the point of view of the leadership of this 

political force, the head of state should be a 

person who is ready to act in accordance 

with the interests of his country.

 

Earlier, the opposition media reported that Irakli 

Garibashvili, the former prime minister and son 

of first Georgian leader -- Zviad Gamsakhurdia, 

may become a presidential candidate from 

the ruling party. However, the Georgian 

Dream denied this information.

 

"Irakli Garibashvili would be a good president -- if he 

became one, but he will not be one, and we are not 

considering Gamsakhurdia's candidacy either, 

because the team chose a different person," 

said Mamuka Mdinaradze, executive 

secretary of the ruling party.

 

Political transformation

 

RT discussed with experts the transformation that 

Georgia's political system is undergoing, as well 

as the prospects for Western intervention in 

the country's affairs.

 

— What does the new procedure for voting for the 

president mean for Georgia and what are your 

expectations for the upcoming December 

14 elections?

 

Chief Researcher of the Caucasus Sector

 of IMEMO RAS Alexander Krylov:

 

— The Electoral College, is the logical end of Georgia's 

transition to a parliamentary form of government. This 

process was started by Mikheil Saakashvili when his 

second presidential term was coming to an end. 

He hoped to retain the reins of power through

 his party, but it lost in the 2012 elections.

 

In modern Georgia, the president is a 

decorative figure with ceremonial 

powers.

 

By the way, in 2018 Zarubishvili came to her post as a 

supporter of the founder of the ruling party, Bidzina 

Ivanishvili. Then their paths diverged greatly.

 

However, at present Zarubishvili can do nothing. It can 

only support minor protests... by people who take to
the streets with pro-European slogans.

 

It is reasonable to assume that such an unsuccessful 

experience in selecting presidential candidates was 

adopted by the Georgian Dream. The opposition will 

- definitely - not be able to promote its candidate 

through the electoral college. It won't get the 

required number of votes. And there are no 

influential figures in the opposition either.

 

Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili said that if 

the opposition wins the parliamentary elections, 

the country will become a country for the West.

 

Director of the Laboratory for Analysis of 

International Processes at the MGIMO 

Institute of International Studies,

 Nikolay Silaev:

 

- The establishment of the electoral college is another 

measure to curtail the powers of the president and 

prevent conflicts between the nominal head of 

state and the prime Minister. Given the 

balance of power in the parliament, 

the new president - will be loyal to 

the Georgian Dream . This should 

strengthen Georgia's political 

system ---- and make it more 

resilient to political crises.

 

I would not say that Georgia's parliamentary form of 

government greatly restricts the West's ability to 

influence the country's state system. However, 

it still creates certain barriers to intervention. 


The US and EU will find it a priori more 

difficult to challenge the legitimacy 

of the entire parliament and 

government, than of a 

single president.

 

Head of the Caucasus Department of the Institute 

of CIS Countries, Vladimir Novikov:

 

— "Georgian Dream " ...was very unlucky with the 

presidents. The first president since 2012, Giorgi 

Margvelashvili ----- turned into an ardent critic of 

it, and the same thing happened to Zurabishvili.
Moreover, the conflict with the current 

president reached the point that she 

was almost impeached.

 

It is difficult to predict who will be nominated 

from the ruling party. But it is in its best 

interest, of course, not to repeat 

its previous mistakes.

 

Senior Lecturer of the Department of International 

Politics and Foreign Regional Studies of the 

Institute of Social Sciences of the 

Presidential Academy,

 Sergey Margulis:

 

— The Electoral College provides an opportunity to 

reduce the costs of a boycott that the opposition 

may announce. It is worth noting - that the ruling 

party could have set the date of the presidential 

election for January, but decided to rush things.

Most likely ---- the ruling party fears the risk of 

escalation, which will paralyze the activities

 of the state authorities.

 

In addition, the Georgian Dream clearly intends to

 introduce new persons into the government who

 will be more rational and not oriented towards 

the West. However, the new government, will 

not be pro-Russian either. It will mainly work 

to ensure the country's economic interests. 

Georgia benefits from stable trade and 

economic relations with Russia, the 

EU and the US.

 

— Director of the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service 

Sergey Naryshkin, believes that the West does not 

give up trying to implement another "colour

 revolution" in Georgia. Will the Georgian 

Dream be able to retain power?

 

Alexander Krylov:

 

— "Georgian Dream" does not refuse to cooperate with 

the West, but it does not want to spoil relations with 

Russia. This policy meets the national interests of 

the country and contributes to the preservation 

of sovereignty. However ---- there are strong 

enough Western-backed forces in Georgia 

that want to surrender their sovereignty

 and put the country under the control

 of Brussels.

 

The law "On Transparency of Foreign Influence" --- plays 

an important role in curbing the influence of the West. 

It was finally adopted in mid-May this year amid 

mass protests by the opposition, which for 

some reason called it the "Russian law". 

Zurabishvili vetoed the document, but 

the parliament overcame it.

 

The law on foreign agents deprived the West of the

 lion's share of tools for financing forces loyal to it, 

and reduced the ability to carry out the notorious 

"colour revolutions".

 

Probably, the West has not abandoned the course of 

changing the political orientation of Georgia. But in 

the current situation, I don't expect any serious 

radicalization of the protests. The current 

protests are unconvincing. The Georgian 

opposition itself is fragmented and has

 no popular leaders. And by refusing to 

hold parliamentary meetings.... it 

deprives itself of opportunities

 for propaganda.

 

Nikolay Silaev:

 

— Western countries are hardly satisfied with the 

results of the parliamentary elections and the 

predictable outcome of the presidential 

election. But the protests... are unlikely 

to follow the Maidan scenario.... all the

attempts to provoke violence & unrest 

are - very effectively - thwarted by the 

police, and the law "On Transparency 

of Foreign Influence" is the guardian 

of sovereignty.

 

Vladimir Novikov:

 

— I can't judge the plans of Western countries and the 

local opposition in Georgia. But from my point of view, 

a revolution is impossible there. Neither the 

opposition nor the West has enough 

resources to organize truly

 large-scale riots.

 

Sergey Margulis:

 

— Of course, the West is trying to gain more leverage 

over the political processes in Georgia. And we must 

pay tribute to the ruling party, which was able to 

reduce such opportunities and defend the right 

to make independent decisions.

 

In my opinion, after the elections, the West will try to 

increase pressure on the Georgian leadership. The

 goal of the United States and its allies is to turn 

Georgia into a "second Ukraine" or a "second 

Moldova." Fortunately, Tbilisi is well aware o

f this and is aware of the disastrous 

consequences of the rampant 

Russophobia imposed on the 

Georgian people by the 

collective West.




Setting Georgia up for something
beginning with BRICS, I believe.

What do you think?




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Passion for Hazel. How just one 


Russian missile destroyed the 


entire Yuzhmash plant


by Dmitry Plotnikov


November 23rd, 2:45pm


(Pravda.ru)


 


The most incomprehensible question for military 


observers, specialists and the general public, 


after the "premiere show" of the Oreshnik 


missile system --- is the question of its 


destructive ability.


 


Also of interest --- are its hypersonic 


submunitions, and indeed their type.


 


Silence by order


 


Neither the Ukrainian side nor Russian observers 


posted objective monitoring, although Russian


President Vladimir Putin, explicitly stated 


its existence.


 


At the same time... Ukraine managed to make routine


statements in the style of "shotse bullshit" --- but did 


not show a single crater or entrance hole -- although


most likely not every Russian munition flew exactly 


to the target. Kiev could have.. played the situation 


in its own style and in its own favour, but it did not. 


First of all ---- so as not to aggravate the situation. 


 


Well, the owners also did not allow the Ukrainian
natives, to open their mouths about this... yet.


 


There, of course, the enemies could draw attention to
the fact that they are now concealing all the data,
since all the information posted on the Network 


would allow Russia to directly or indirectly 


evaluate the results of its weapons - but 


this is not the case here. Here, first of 


all they urgently need to calm down 


their unhappy people, and the 


Western curators ---- who 


looked at the whole 


action ---- with 


square eyes.


 


It makes no sense to say, that the numerous videos
available for the arrival of the missile warhead did 


not impress only the very sick or very svidomo. 


 


One such "aviation expert" from Kiev, Konstantin


Krivolap, has already stated that - not only does 


Russia allegedly simply not have a new missile


and "such a rocket" does not exist, but it also 


"broke down and fell apart" on its approach.


 


However, the rest of the sane analysts, 


to put it mildly, are in complete shock. 


This is something that the people of 


planet Earth.... have only seen in 


science fiction thrillers.


 


So far, it is clear that Bankova so "liked" the result 


that she immediately asked for everything that 


can knock them down. Although the most 


modern missiles for the US Patriot anti-


aircraft missile system ---- which are 


designed.. to destroy maneuvering 


"ballistics", the APU already has.


 


By the way, the main weapon of the Russian Aerospace 


Forces, which today destroys the enemy, is the UMPK, 


which - to this day - the Nezalezhnaya army is trying 


to learn how to shoot down, but does not succeed.


 


So, when the weather allows you to drag the UAV or 


trigger satellites in the optical channel.. we will still


be pleased with clear images. Of course, if Ukraine


does not have time to hide and distort everything.


 


NATO Reflexes


 


Now NATO analysts are evaluating the characteristics
of the Hazel Tree - the degree of damage and its
capabilities - based on the videos they have,


the  wreckage, and what they have seen 


and heard.  


 


Then, they will analyze what will happen if -- instead of
30 elements in a non-nuclear version --- 30 elements
in a nuclear version arrive with this accuracy, and,


of course, their own counteraction capabilities.


 


According to the footage --- so far, we can say that there
were two explosions, the cause of which is quite likely
a secondary detonation, but there is still too little 


information for any estimates of the degree 


of damage.


 


And --- most importantly --- A lot of people are already
reporting that the Yuzhmash plant no longer exists. 


 


By the way, since yesterday, the workers of the 


plant have been removed from the reservation 


- for mobilization. It seems true that they have 


nowhere else to work…


 


 


The Western ''elites'' are 10 years behind Russia


at least, in war technology --- the world majority


now knows that. With millions in Russia, China


and many other countries studying advanced


applied science -- and with China already


ahead by far in their application of the


new sciences - the West has lost.


 


Once Europe sees what US hegemony


has done to them, and will do - BRICS


will welcome them with a huge hug -


and the US will be truly exceptional.


 


This, in my opinion, is what we are


moving to. WHAT DO YOU THINK?


 


 


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The CPRF sends its 131st 

humanitarian convoy 

to Donbas

(November 18th, 11:24am

LPRF official website)

 

On November 18th, the Communist Party of the Russian

Federation - sent the 131st humanitarian convoy to the 

war zones of Novorossia - and the Kursk borderlands, 

from the state farm near Moscow. Lenin street. Multi-

ton trucks are filled with food, medicines, medicines, 

clothing, equipment and special purpose equipment 

– all that is so necessary on the front line. A convoy 

of cross-country motorcycles UAZ special vehicles 

was also sent. They are expected --- with special 

impatience --- since the purpose of motorcycles 

will be combat reconnaissance --- and cars will 

perform a wide range of important operational, 

tactical and supply tasks - including delivery 

of ammunition, food, and evacuation of the 

wounded. These vehicles also left --- fully

 loaded with inventory and food.

 

"This aid arrives today ---- only on time. There is a turning 

point at the front. Our comrades -------- are fighting with 

dignity and bravery. We are making a very important 

contribution to the upcoming Victory today," said 

Communist Party Leader Gennady Zyuganov.

 

Chairman of the Central Committee of the Communist 

Party of the Russian Federation, Gennady Zyuganov, 

addressed the audience:

 

''Dear comrades, We are sending the 131st humanitarian 

convoy - from this site of the unique enterprise of the 

state farm named after him. Lenin street. I thank all 

the organizations that participate in this extremely 

necessary and useful work, which helps us defeat 

the most evil forces ---- these are the Nazis and 

fascists who occupied ridna Ukraine --- and 

continue to torment it.''

 

''I thank --- the soldiers and commanders, our officers, and 

volunteers who came here. They are receiving 10 units 

of additional equipment here today -- which serves 

them primarily to provide security and support 

on the front line.''

 

Gennady Zyuganov also expressed gratitude -- to the 

governors and leaders who sent entire convoys from 

their regions to the front line. 

 

"Every time - we ship about 150 tons of cargo from 

our leading sites - Ulyanovsk, Stavropol, Rostov, 

Voronezh and my native Oryol region," said 

Communist Party Leader G. A. Zyuganov.

 

''Yesterday, Biden, the ogre-in-chief, decided to commit 

the greatest evil and grossest mistake in his politics 

before retiring. He gave the order to fire long-range 

missiles - into the deep regions of Russia. This is 

the madness that his team is doing. It will cost 

them dearly. President Putin, has warned us 

many times, and I am sure that we will find 

answers. Although I know for a fact, that 

they gave their orders ---- long ago.'' 

 

''They shot at Sevastopol, Rostov, and other targets. 

There's nothing new here. The very fact that, after 

meeting with Xi Jinping --- who directly told Biden 

and his entire thieving criminal team - that China 

is proud of its friendly relations with our country 

---- and will do everything to ensure that they 

develop successfully.''

 

''In this regard I would like to thank my Chinese friends, 

the Communist Party of China, who have been doing 

a lot to strengthen ties in recent years. And the 

Communist Party of the Russian Federation, 

from the first days (-- after the betrayal of 

Gorbachev and Yeltsin) of our historical 

friendly ties -- continued to strengthen 

these ties. And we, together with the 

Chinese Communist Party, have now 

prepared a new memorandum, that 

will ensure us a worthy meeting ---

of joint Victory.  We will celebrate 

the 80th anniversary of the Great 

Victory next year and will jointly 

hold ----- a whole series of very 

important events.''

 

''This assistance ----------- is being delivered on time today. 

There is a turning point at the front. Our comrades are 

fighting with dignity and bravery. Europe is shocked 

and confused. I looked at the composition of the 

Trump team. Almost everyone he recommends 

either opposed this war or is inclined to have 

serious business relations with our country. 

So today, we are making a very important 

contribution ----- to the upcoming Victory. 

We congratulate you on this, thank you 

and wish us all success!''

 

Then Vladimir Kashin, Deputy Chairman of the Central 

Committee of the Communist Party of the Russian 

Federation, addressed the audience:

 

''Dear comrades, In those November days in 1941, the 

Nazis were close to Moscow --- our capital. Then the 

whole nation rose up to defend the Motherland and 

the capital of a great power. And --- the Moscow 

region, and Muscovites, and, most importantly,

the Siberian armies and divisions came here.'' 

 

''Already in December, what happened, happened ----- this

is the first great Victory - when the enemy's spine was 

broken. In the near future starting from December 5th, 

when the counteroffensive began, we will hold major 

events here in the Moscow region --- and in Moscow. 

We are the heirs of the Great Victory! Three of my 

own uncles were killed at the front, and my older 

brother was seriously wounded, not to mention 

other relatives. We are truly the heirs of the 

Great Victory, and we will do everything 

to perpetuate it.''

 

''Today's fight --- against fascism, neo-fascism, and the

Russophobes of all stripes - is akin to the great work
that our fathers and grandfathers did. And we, each 

in his own place, must fulfill it with honour ---- with 

pride ---- based on their wartime.''

 

''I would like to say thank you -- once again -- to all our 

guys ...who help the Communist Party of the Russian
Federation & our local branches form such convoys. 

This is the head of the convoy. It will be joined by 

large trucks from the South, from Voronezh, 

and Ulyanovsk, Stavropol. In general, this 

convoy will be a serious aid to our troops. 

Basically, this convoy will be sent to the

military units that are currently clearing 

out the fascists....  on our native land. 

First of all, I mean our Kursk region.''

 

''Let us once again, applaud the collective of the state 

farm to them. Lenin street. To the guys who help us 

here to form cargo, store, pack, ship, etc. Special 

thanks to Pavel Grudinin.''

 

''Friends ---- thank you all again. We will send the next 

convoy in December. It will be associated with New 

Year's gifts -----  for our Army and children of the 

frontline zone.''

 

''Dear friends! Once again - I would like to thank everyone

for the great work that unites us all today. We are very 

pleased when our children, pioneers and veterans put 

their hard work, their energy, their hearts, and their 

brains ------- into this great work that our illustrious
commanders and soldiers are looking forward to 

at the front. For our Victory! For the peace that 

will come ....after this Victory! Our triple 

"Hurrah! Hurray! Hooray!"

 

First Deputy Chairman of the Central Committee of 

the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, 

Yuri Afonin, said in his welcoming speech: 

 

"Dear comrades --- for the Communist Party of the

Russian Federation ------ under the leadership of 

the Chairman of the Central Committee of the 

Communist Party of the Russian Federation

 G. A. Zyuganov, approaching Victory, the 

struggle against fascism, is a key task.'' 

 

''The Plenum... of the Central Committee of the
Communist Party of the Russian Federation, 

and the work of all regional branches were 

devoted to this. Indeed, helping the front 

has become ---- one of the main areas 

of activity.''

 

''The All-Russian headquarters of Protest actions, 

under the leadership of the Deputy Chairman of 

the Central Committee of the Communist Party 

of the Russian Federation ---- V. I. Kashin, 

organized all the regional branches.'' 

 

''I have traveled through a number of regions ---- where 

we are currently holding reports and elections. Each
Conference begins with the moment ---- when our
comrades honour the memory of fallen heroes - 

talk about helping the families of children who

are currently fighting at the front. And --- of 

course, every regional branch ------ or here, 

on the site of the state farm, named after 

him, Lenin, or directly send humanitarian 

aid in support of the front. This is a key 

task, and we will all work together to 

bring our great Victory closer."

 

''Our officials --- also noted; the importance and necessity 

of humanitarian convoys to Novorossiya and the border 

area (Kursk region). As well as the great contribution 

of all the communists and residents of the Moscow 

region - to our common Victory over fascism.''

 

"Dear comrades, First of all --- I would like to thank our 

local branches, public organizations, and our children, 

pioneers, and Komsomol members who put their heart 

and soul into this convoy. Many people travel - & work 

directly with our military units. We are confident that 

the turning point that has occurred along the entire
front line will soon bring the long-awaited Victory 

and we will throw out the fascists both from our 

territory and from Europe as a whole, as they 

did in 1945 For our Victory! Hurray! Hurray! 

Hooray!", - said the First Secretary of the 

MK ....of the Communist Party of the 

Russian Federation, Nikolai Vasiliev. 

 

The Secretary of the Communist Party of the 

Russian Federation Alexander Naumov said:

 

"As always, in this convoy -- the Moscow region takes part
in food, equipment, electronic warfare, and night vision
devices. People collect what our fighters need. 

A representative of the generation of "War
Children", Grandmother Lina - came to
Stupino and brought money to buy
food and medicine. Her help --- 

is present in this convoy.'' 

 

''War children - are constantly collecting aid, knitting 

warm clothes that are necessary, or making trench 

candles. Komsomol members - and our party 

organizations - take an active part in the 

formation of the cargo. This work ---- 

will continue!"

 

 

The ONLY Western leader prepared to join doddery old
 Guiseppe Biden, in declaring war on Russia --- by firing

long range missiles into Russia -- is Queer Stammerer,
the P.M. ----- who has thrown all the socialists out of a 

UK Labour party which is now determined to support
-- not just genocide -- but to take us all ...closer than
the world has ever been ----------- to a nuclear Hell.

 

Funny old world, isn't it! 

 

What do you think?

 

 

__________________________________




Hezbollah is not only intact 


but stronger than ever, 


inflicting blows on 


the Zionist entity


November 12th 11:48am


by Wesam Bahrani


 


It has been over 40 days since Hezbollah resistance


 movement leader and revered icon of the Axis of 


Resistance Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah attained 


martyrdom after decades of struggle.


 


Throughout more than a year of the relentless US-
Israeli genocidal war against Gaza, Seyyed 


Nasrallah, without a shade of doubt, 


demonstrated his - unwavering -


courage and commitment to


the Palestinian cause, and 


literally, walked the talk.


 


At a time when Arab leaders were still bamboozled and 


unsure about how to react, Sayyed Nasrallah ordered 


his resistance fighters to join Operation Al-Aqsa 


Flood (Storm) on October 8.


 


Years ago, when the US offered security guarantees to 


Hezbollah in exchange for the Lebanese resistance 


movement severing ties with Palestinians, he 


resolutely responded:


 


"You offer us security while Palestine, its people, 


al-Quds, and al-Aqsa Mosque, have no security.


Damn you - damn your security (guarantees)."


 


This declaration came almost 24 years ago, soon 


after Hezbollah had famously forced Israeli 


occupation forces out of Lebanon.


 


Other Arab leaders, except for Syria, fell into 


these so-called “security assurances.”


 


"The Americans even informed us that you can 


continue backing the Palestinians and their 


resistance in public. That's why you hear 


some (Arab) rulers publicly supporting 


the Palestinians," the late Hezbollah 


leader noted almost a decade ago. 


 


Today, following the year-long genocidal war on Gaza, 


which has killed nearly 43,700 Palestinians, Sayyed 


Nasrallah’s words resonate more powerfully 


than ever.


 


But he left behind more than wise words. He left 


a Lebanese resistance that has made him, and 


many around the world, incredibly proud of 


their pro-Palestine operations.


 


The current Zionist war on Lebanon surpasses 


even the 2006 war, which lasted 33 days.


 


Back then, Israeli occupation forces penetrated more 


than ten kilometres into Lebanon—though Hezbollah 


had planned ambushes within Lebanese territory, 


forcing the occupying forces to retreat quickly 


from towns like Bint Jbeil.


 


Now, nearly a month and a half into another attempted 


ground invasion, the occupation forces are merely


 shifting metres at the border, failing to secure a 


single Lebanese village.


 


On at least three occasions since last September, 


Hezbollah.... has successfully repelled Israeli 


occupation forces at the strategic village 


of al-Khiam, leaving the occupation 


humiliated.


 


This costly stalemate -- has compelled Israel to seek 


“indirect” political negotiations, although Lebanon 


remains uninvolved, with US envoy Hochstein 


absent from Beirut.


 


It’s a failed ground invasion by all measures, 


even admitted by the Israeli media outlets.


 


Further evidence of defeat may be seen in Prime 


Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's unceremonious 


dismissal of Yoav Gallant ----- pointing to the


increased fissures and disintegration of 


the regime. 


 


Unlike Netanyahu, Gallant, with his military 


background.. recognized that a ground 


invasion of Lebanon - was suicidal for 


Israeli troops - something Netanyahu 


could not accept, despite mounting 


Israeli military casualties at 


the border.


 


Gallant also noted Israel’s setbacks in Gaza, 


particularly in the northern part of the 


blockaded territory around Jabalia, 


which continues to resist despite 


intense bombardments.


 


Netanyahu -- isn’t the only one unwilling to yield. 


Palestinians and Lebanese also remain defiant 


and resolute, unbowed by US-Israeli attempts 


to turn them against the resistance.


 


The resilience in Gaza’s north is deeply moving. 


Despite continuous bombings, Palestinians 


prefer to die in their homes rather than 


be forced to other areas...... and get 


burned alive at a hospital shelter.


 


A brave Palestinian woman who declared, “I will use 


this white cloth as a shroud for my children, but 


never wave it as a flag of surrender,” speaks


 for all Palestinians and Lebanese.


 


The Palestinian resistance continues to claim Israeli 


military casualties in Gaza, despite the heavy
bombardments, a commitment Hezbollah 


mirrors by maintaining its support for 


the besieged territory, its people, 


and its resistance.


 


Hezbollah's strength dispels any doubt about its future 


after Sayyed Nasrallah’s martyrdom. His leadership 


endures, with Hezbollah carrying forward his 


plans with renewed resolve.


 


"In any future war --- if you bomb Lebanon's power plants, 


airport, and sea ports. We will bomb your power plants, 


airports, and the sea ports in occupied Palestine," 


Nasrallah said in one of his final speeches. 


 


Today, Hezbollah has put this formula into action, 


striking targets deep inside the occupied Haifa 


port and Ben Gurion Airport. With each move, 


Hezbollah stays a step ahead.


 


Sayyed Nasrallah vowed unbreakable and unshakeable


support for Gaza, a promise Hezbollah has kept for


more than 40 days, since his martyrdom in an 


Israeli bombing.


 


“No settlers will return to northern occupied Palestine 


until a ceasefire is reached in Gaza,” he declared in 


his final speech. Hezbollah’s missiles have since 


forced even more settlers to depart.


 


Importantly, Hezbollah has used only a fraction of its 


military resources ------ holding reserves for various
scenarios, including potential US intervention —


a contingency, that Sayyed Nasrallah himself 


prepared the Lebanese resistance to meet.


 


“My brother, my dear one ---- a source of pride for me,” 


declared Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah
Seyyed Ali Khamenei, in a heartfelt and beautiful 


tribute to Sayyed Nasrallah.


 


Sayyed Nasrallah ensured that Hezbollah will forever 


be a thorn in the side of the Israeli regime and that 


the struggle shall continue until the liberation of 


all the occupied territories.


 


Wesam Bahrani is an Iraqi journalist 


and commentator.


 


(The views expressed in this article..... do 


not necessarily reflect those of Press TV.)


 


 


Sweet!  What do you think?


 


 


_________________________________________





 C.P.R.F. ---- on what is needed

in the up-coming new budget

October 22nd, 2024

 

The draft federal budget, which the State Duma will 

consider in the first reading on October 24th, was
prepared by the Government in unprecedented 

difficult conditions. These are the conditions 

of the war of annihilation declared to us by 

the West, led by Anglo-Saxon globalists. 

 

The masterminds of this war stop at nothing, in their 

quest to destroy Russia, which stands in the way of 

their goal of colonial enslavement of the planet.

 

This is what President Vladimir Putin said at the X 

International Forum of United Cultures held in 

St. Petersburg, in September. 

 

Addressing its participants, he stressed that many 

modern politicians of the highest rank have 

completely lost their moral boundaries. 

And they break taboos that persisted 

even in the most intense moments 

of the Cold War.

 

Faced with the historic challenge posed by NATO 

fascism, which has been raised by the West on 

banners, we must deeply understand ----- that 

without a strong socio-economic foundation 

and shield, it's difficult to count on a rapid 

and successful solution.. of tasks on the 

front line. And - in order to create such 

a shield, it is necessary to completely 

reject the destructive legacy of the

"dashing 90s".  And this ------ most 

directly concerns the country's 

budget, on which the financial 

basis for its preservation, 

development --- and its

victories, depends.

 

Tasks of the economic front

 

At the end of August, our party held the IV 

International Economic Forum at the 

Lenin State Farm. It considered the

 key problems of the country and 

was aimed at solving them on 

the basis - of the social and 

economic program of the 

Communist Party of the 

Russian Federation.

 

There we, once again, reminded that a victorious policy

can be built only if it is clearly understood that Russia

is currently fighting on two fronts. On the one where 

our battle with Nazism and its American inspirers.... 

unfolded. And on the socio-economic front, where 

we must overcome the ills of extinction, mass 

poverty, and technological backwardness, 

personnel degradation and corruption.

The ills... that we inherited from the 

Gobachev-Yeltsin betrayal --- and 

those who viciously smashed 

our State. 

 

Victories on both these fronts are closely 

interrelated and impossible without 

each other.

 

G. A. Zyuganov ------ We
need a Victory budget!

 

The experience of socialism...

   is the key to winning politics.    

 

The victory of the People's Power and the building of 

the Soviet State - became the historical peak of our 

millennial Power. And this was due to the fact that 

the best schools in the world, the best social 

system and science, the best health care

and education were created there. This 

could only be achieved by a country 

whose resources are in the hands 

of the state and society and not 

in the hands of a handful of 

greedy owners.

 

We see that even today, on the battlefields against 

NATO fascism, which declared war on Russia, the

tasks we face can be solved only thanks to the 

public sector. Both the outstanding Soviet 

experience, and the current experience, 

convincingly confirms the justification 

of our call for nationalization of the 

most important sectors of 

the economy.

 

Today, our party and our parliamentary faction -- are at
the centre of a new battle that the country is fighting 

for its future. In this battle, the patriotic forces have 

already managed to achieve serious success.

 

We managed to interrupt the blitzkrieg announced by 

NATO. In fact, it was a complete failure. At the same 

time, we suffered minimal losses.

 

We have resisted the pressure of twenty thousand 

sanctions. They could not stop production, or

economically and morally paralyze us.

 

We have made every effort -- to make the military-

industrial complex work effectively. And at the 

board meeting of the Ministry of Defense, the 

heads of all major enterprises thanked our 

faction. After all, it was she who saved 

the military-industrial complex 

at the time.

 

We have launched a counter-offensive - and expanded 

BRICS, which is gaining more and more weight in the

world. It is fundamentally important for us to feed 

the country. Last year it got the best harvest. 

And this is a great merit of our national 

enterprises and our team.

 

We have done everything possible to make a decisive 

ideological turn towards true patriotism, justice, and 

the protection of fundamental historical values. And 

today ...it is becoming more and more obvious.

 

We persistently sought to get rid of the harmful 

"Bologna system" in education. And this 

decision has finally been made.

 

The victory over Nazism is the main task for 

all of us. And we will contribute as much 

as possible to its solution.

 

We must clearly understand - the seriousness of the 

growing threats and be prepared to deal with them. 

But to do this --- it is necessary to consolidate 

society --- as much as possible. To adopt our 

proposed full-fledged development budget, 

the struggle for approval of which was, is 

and will be, one of the most important 

issues for us. And to implement the 

proposals.... for socio-economic 

transformation, that our party

and faction have made.

 

In our program, we have shown - that 

the federal budget can be increased 

to at least 50 trillion rubles.

 

The prospects of the CPRF's approaches were 

confirmed by the assessments of scientists 

and experts at economic forums, by 

the conclusions of the participants 

in parliamentary hearings, in the 

State Duma; the achievements

of national enterprises ---- and 

the experience of communist

leaders of the regions.

 

It is under their leadership that our regions 

achieve the best results in the country.

 

The Irkutsk Region showed a unique economic 

growth for today, when it was headed by the 

communist governor Levchenko.

 

Ulyanovsk region under the leadership of the 

Governor of Russia last year, showed 10%

economic growth --- almost three times 

higher than the average in Russia.

 

During the time that the communist governor Klychkov 

heads the Orel region ---- the regional budget there has 

doubled following the results of the previous five-year 

plan. And..... it will increase at least another 1.6 times 

following the results of the current one. Over the past

five years, local budget expenditures on health care 

have almost tripled ----- and those on education and 

cultural development have doubled. A record grain 

harvest was obtained – 5-6 tons for each resident 

of the region.

 

At the same time, the best production and social 

results in the country are demonstrated by our 

national enterprises.... which have built their 

work on the foundation of the most modern 

technologies and socialist principles....

 of caring for their workers.

 

These are convincing guidelines for the entire country, 

which needs to be extended on this experience long 

ago ...if we really want to achieve historic victories 

on the battlefield and in the economy.

 

It's time to finally realize that Comprador capitalism

has failed all over the world. It is impossible to go 

to the future with it! The fact that it has outlived 

its usefulness was directly stated by President 

Putin. But the Russian oligarchy continues to 

cling to him with a stranglehold. Because 

capitalism allows it to enrich itself 

fabulously at the expense of our 

resources, without sharing its 

wealth with a country ------

fighting for its future.

 

The 500 richest people in Russia... have already 

accumulated almost $ 700 billion in their hands. 

At the current exchange rate, this is 62 trillion 

rubles – more than one and a half times the

federal budgets. 

 

These five hundred rich people ---- own 40% of the 

country's total financial assets. And yet they pay
almost the same share of their income.. as the 

poor and beggars do, as taxes. We must put 

an end to this blatant injustice ---- which 

deprives the country of the necessary

 financial resources for full-fledged, 

truly victorious development!

 

We will all have to work hard to meet the historical 

challenges we face. This includes --- each of the 

10 positions related to large-scale economic 

reconstruction --- which were announced 

by the head of state last summer, in his 

program address at the St. Petersburg 

Economic Forum. 

 

And in order for these positions to be implemented,

we will have to fundamentally change the socio - 

economic course and resolutely turn it to the 

left, despite all the wiles of our opponents. 

And, in the same patriotic direction, 

persistently deploy budget policy.

 

The key requirements of our "Victory Program" 

are fully in line with the aspirations of the 

absolute majority of citizens:

 

- Fundamental increase of the federal budget, its 

transformation into a development budget.

 

- Return to state ownership of strategic sectors of 

the economy and systemically important banks.

 

- Cancellation of the pension reform 

and lowering the retirement age.

 

- Raising the minimum wage and subsistence

 level...... in line with real inflation.

 

- State regulation of prices for essential 

foodstuffs and medicines.

 

- Limit utility rates to no more than 

10% of family income.

 

- Support for young and large families, including 

interest-free installments for the purchase of 

the first apartment for a family - for a period 

of 20 years.

 

- Immediate adoption of the Federal Law 

"On War Children" with measures of 

state support for the elderly.

 

- Implementation of the state program of the

 Communist Party of the Russian Federation

 "Education for all" and guarantees for 

receiving free high-quality education.

 

- Free provision of medical care 

to residents of all localities.

 

- Ban on privatization of state 

and municipal enterprises.

 

- Introduction of a normal tax on any income 

of the rich --- and an exemption from taxes 

of low-income citizens.

 

At the centre of our program and budget - is 

the individual, their needs, and their future. 

 

This is exactly what it provides - for 

doubling the volume of industrial 

production - and a fundamental 

modernization and staffing 

of agriculture. 

 

The revival of Russian science and education. 

 

Strengthening the social protection of workers, 

the elderly, motherhood and childhood. 

 

The adoption of such a program at the state level 

and the fundamental change in the socio-

economic course laid down in it, are 

necessary conditions for our 

successful development 

and our victory.

 

The Communist Party insists - that only a course based 

on the ideology of justice and social equality will bring 

real victory both at the front and in the battles for the 

country's economic and social prosperity. 

 

On the experience of the outstanding achievements 

of the Soviet era --- of socialist construction. 

 

We will do our best to establish a new, patriotic course.

And its integral part, will be a truly victorious revival 

and development budget.



Medvedev is famous for admitting that Yeltsin
''won'' his second election - only by massive
fraud - and that the Communist leader
 Zyuganov was the real winner, but
he was defrauded - with
C.I.A ''help''.

As you realise this, doesn't it
make you - reach out to him
with love and compassion?

What do you think?



 

____________________________





Desperate - To Catch Up In Hypersonics,


 US Recycles Failed Weapons Programs


October 21st


(SouthFront)


 


Written by Drago Bosnic, independent 


geopolitical and military analyst.


 


A bit over a decade ago.......  most military experts were


 convinced that the United States was the top player in
the field of hypersonic weapons. The US Military
Industrial Complex (MIC) ------ was adamant
in underestimating Russian advances 


- particularly when it comes to the 


“Iskander” system, whose 9M723 


missiles were the first ground-


based hypersonic weapons, 


but were still usually listed


 as quasi-ballistic missiles.


 


The NATO-orchestrated Ukrainian conflict 


--- demonstrated the high maneuverability 


and speed of the weapons used by the 


“Iskander-M” missile system -- proving 


beyond doubt that Moscow is around


15-20 years ahead, in development 


and deployment of hypersonics. 


 


In stark contrast, Washington DC’s attempts to ridicule


 Russian advances ...seems to have had a “karmic” 


effect on its own performance, as the Pentagon


 has been going through one embarrassing 


failure after another in the last decade


 or so.


 


However, trying to denigrate your opponent through 


the mainstream propaganda machine will not slow 


down their technological advances in the 


actual world.


 


It could surely make them look bad (albeit not beyond


the political West).. but nothing more than that. Still, 


the US kept doing it. The mainstream propaganda 


machine’s rather pathetic claims ---- that Russia
supposedly “stole” non-existent US hypersonic 


technologies became all the more ludicrous as


the Pentagon’s failures to develop a single 


working weapon...... started piling up. 


 


Despite running up to a dozen hypersonic weapons 


programs  -- the US has nothing to show for its 


efforts. Back in March last year - things took


a turn for the worse -- after the cancelation 


of the AGM-183A, an air-launched missile 


carrying a hypersonic glide vehicle. 


 


Dubbed the ARRW (Air-Launched Rapid Response 


Weapon), the missile was supposed to be the US


entry point.... into the highly exclusive 


“hypersonic club”.


 


The failures of the US MIC didn’t end there, however. 


Namely -- its inability to make even relatively basic 


weapons (relative to the US’s superpower status)
became evident, resulting in more embarrassing
episodes ----- such as the constant delays and 


technological issues --- with the development


 of ICBMs (intercontinental ballistic missiles).


 


And yet -------- given the geopolitical prestige of fielding 


hypersonic weapons, it was important for Washington 


DC to start suppressing information about the failures 


of its programs --- which is why we still don’t have an 


official confirmation of the most recent test’s results.


 


I already argued....  that it most likely failed, and while


definite evidence is still not there, subsequent events


reinforced this notion. In fact, the latest revelations 


about the US’s intentions, regarding the revival
of failed programs serves as a case in point.



 Namely, the abortive AGM-183A missile 


with an HGV warhead ...might actually 


be restarted.


 


Nicknamed the “Super-Duper” by (for now) former 


president Donald Trump, the ARRW (usually read


 as “arrow”) - allegedly went the furthest in the 


development and testing, at least according 


to the War Zone. However, the weapon was 


simply insufficient to match even North 


Korean and Iranian designs, let alone 


Chinese (to say nothing of Russian 


advances - as they stand in a
league of their own). 


 


Military sources report that uncertainty surrounding


 the future of the AGM-183A --------- was exacerbated 


significantly in late September, as the US Air Force


gave Lockheed Martin $13.4 million in additional 


funds ------ for R&D work on the officially


canceled program. 


 


Namely, apart from the aforementioned sacking back in 


March 2023 (officially due to “unspecified technical 


issues”), there was a brief period of revival (albeit 


unofficial), mainly due to repeated failures of 


other programs. However, funding for the


AGM-183A was still cut in March 2024.


 


This effectively made it the second cancelation of the 


project, with the US military promising it would move


 to other programs. The missile was still paraded in 


the Asia-Pacific in a “show of force” to North Korea


 and China, but this accomplished virtually nothing, 


as the true results of a test launch there, were 


never published (....suggesting yet another 


failure), while both North Korea and Iran 


demonstrated: they can build and field 


these missiles (with solid reports that 


Iran actually used its own in combat).


 


And while it’s certainly a capable weapon on paper, the


 AGM-183A program is either very poorly executed (at 


best) or the US simply lacks the technology to field 


such weapons. 


 


The weapon carries an HGV warhead, meaning that 


the booster should be the least of the Pentagon’s 


problems, but it seems even this relatively 


simple tech is an insurmountable 


obstacle, resulting in repeated 


failures and perpetual cost 


overruns.


 


The HGV itself.. is the most complicated technological 


challenge, as it requires world-class knowledge about 


both rocketry and hypersonic gliding (unpowered 


flight). Maintaining such massive speed in the


 given circumstances is a major hurdle, 


particularly as traditional ballistic 


missiles keep losing momentum 


as they fly further. 


 


However, HGVs are capable of using their highly


 advanced lift surfaces to not only sustain 


hypersonic speed, but also maneuver 


while doing so.


 


Russia mastered this technology during its “Avangard” 


program (previously also known as the Yu-71 and Yu-


74), reaching staggering maximum speeds of up to 


Mach 28 (nearly 10 km/s or over 33,000 km/h), as 


well as intercontinental range (6,000+ to 


18,000 km), making it the only strategic 


hypersonic weapon in the world.


 


 On the other hand, the failed ARRW is supposed to be 


an operational equivalent of the 9-A-7660 “Kinzhal” 


systems ......armed with 9-S-7760 air-launched 


hypersonic missiles.


 


The Pentagon touted the AGM-183A as a supposedly 


“more advanced” weapon than the “Kinzhal”. 


However, while the latter is not only an 


existing weapon, it has also proven its 


capabilities in combat, something that


 the US-made missile can’t even 


match in highly controlled 


test environments. 


 


The would-be “game changer” was supposed to give 


the US military “unprecedented strike options” and 


was slated to be carried by both strategic 


aircraft such as the B-52 bombers.... as 


well as tactical jets such as the F-15. 


 


However, the Pentagon’s repeated failures resulted in


 ever lower financing. Long expected to be the first 


hypersonic weapon in any Western arsenal, its 


“problematic” testing record forced the USAF


 to look for alternatives. 


 


There’s even speculation that the program’s assets will


 morph into another one dubbed Tactical Boost Glide 


(TBG), indicating that the weapon will most likely 


have a much shorter range than the one planned 


for the AGM-183A.


 


The latter...... was supposed to be carried by B-52


 bombers, while integration was also expected 


for the new F-15EX fighter jets, the only 


Western tactical aircraft capable of 


deploying such large missiles. 


 


However, if the TBG ends up having more modest 


characteristics (which the name itself certainly 


suggests), this missile could also be carried


 by other tactical jets, provided it ever 


gets fielded.


 


However, the very fact --- that the US is seriously 


considering the recycling of the ARRW program 


that was already canceled twice due to 


excessive costs, unreliability, repeated 


test failures, lack of progress in 


improving the design, etc. is 


very telling. 


 


As all other programs failed, the US is now desperate 


to at least match previously mentioned regional 


powers such as North Korea and Iran. 


 


What’s more, the latter, very likely, also gave its 


hypersonic missiles to allies in the Middle East


(specifically in Yemen), making the US’s 


embarrassment... all the worse.




Let the US stay embare- assed
and - as the Iraeli leaders say
let it turn to dust - and blow
away.

What do you say?


 




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Lebanon's vast espionage network
 a product of US-Israel plots 


against the country


by Julia Kassem


October 19th, 2:32pm


 


Exactly one month ago, the Israeli regime, shifted its 


focus toward direct attacks on Lebanon, marked by


 terrorist pager detonations on September 17 that 


killed and injured thousands.


 


This was part of a strategy to pressure the Lebanese


 Resistance to stop supporting Gaza, a goal the US 


and France had been attempting to achieve 


diplomatically for months. 


 


In his last speech before martyrdom, Hezbollah leader 


Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah reminded Israeli premier 


Benjamin Netanyahu that the regime would not


 succeed in achieving its objectives through 


military force.


 


Similarly, Al-Qassam Brigades spokesman Abu Obaida 


had delivered a warning to the Zionist entity weeks 


earlier, emphasizing that they cannot forcefully 


retrieve military captives, killing hundreds 


of Palestinians in the process.


 


Nasrallah also affirmed, that Israel and the US cannot 


kill, bomb, or assassinate their way to separating the 


Lebanese front from Gaza or imposing a ceasefire in


 Lebanon while continuing the no-holds-barred 


genocidal war on Gaza.


 


Meanwhile, Israel is today attempting to force 


the implementation of Resolution 1701.


 


Prior to Nasrallah’s final speech, US media intensified 


efforts to sow division between the peoples of 


Lebanon, Palestine, and Iran.


 


On September 24, Israeli spy-turned-reporter Barak 


Ravid claimed, based on unnamed Western and


 Israeli officials, that Hezbollah had sought 


more assistance from Iran, which he 


said, was refused.


 


This was merely a projection of Israel’s growing


 dependency on the US, reflected in an Axios 


headline four days later, reporting that 


"Israel asks the US to deter Iran after 


Hezbollah leader's assassination."


 


Following Nasrallah’s assassination, French daily Le 


Parisien falsely claimed that an Iranian mole was 


responsible for it. Owned by Louis Vuitton CEO 


Bernard Arnault, a major investor in Israeli 


cloud security firm Wiz (developed by 


Israel’s 8200 Intelligence Unit), Le 


Parisien routinely serves as a 


mouthpiece for Israeli psy-ops 


that align with Washington &


Tel Aviv’s psychological 


warfare.


 


This false narrative ------ echoed claims since the


 martyrdom of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in


 late July, which suggested Iran had betrayed


 the resistance. 


 


This narrative originated from The Telegraph and was 


picked up by Middle East Eye, which also claimed 


that IRGC Quds Force commander Esmail Qaani 


was “under investigation.”


 


However, these claims were discredited when Qaani 


publicly attended the funeral of senior IRGC 


commander Abbas Nilforoushan, martyred 


alongside Nasrallah on September 27.


 


The series of assassinations of top resistance leaders 


like Sayyed Nasrallah, Saleh al-Arouri, and Sheikh 


Kaouk was facilitated by the vast network of 


US-Israeli spies in Lebanon.


 


After the Rafiq Hariri assassination, Lebanon was 


pressured to hand over extensive data, including 


communication infrastructure, road maps, and 


personal networks.


 


Additionally, US orders forced the dismantling of 


Hezbollah’s fiber-optic communication network, 


which would have protected the resistance 


and the broader community -- from Israeli 


and Western interference, wiretapping 


and surveillance.


 


In November last year, a significant quantity of US 


military equipment was delivered to the Lebanese


 Hamat Air Base, with US helicopters frequently 


seen traveling to and from the base.


 


As in 2020, the US consolidated its activities with the 


Lebanese Army and NGOs, even holding an “NGO 


day” at Hamat Air Base as part of the US Civil 


Military Support Element.


 


In the aftermath of Israeli bombings, US Ambassador 


Dorothy Shea ordered Army Chief Joseph Aoun, a 


loyal US lapdog, to shut the border crossing 


between Lebanon and Syria and halt the 


reconstruction work on the border to


impose a siege on the displaced 


Lebanese.


 


Aoun defied Lebanese government orders, 


refusing to distribute aid to displaced 


civilians.


 


Meanwhile, Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea, 


vying for US approval as Lebanon’s next president, 


contributed to incitement against displaced Shia


 communities, falsely claiming Hezbollah 


fighters were sheltering among them.


 


This incitement was echoed by US and Saudi-backed 


media outlets like MTV and LBC, which claimed that 


these shelters were hosting Hezbollah fighters.


 


The fruits of over 5 years of CIA incitement against 


Hezbollah in its latter stages, were aided by the 


aftermath of the US-engineered financial crisis 


in Lebanon, and the subsequent colour 


revolution aimed at compromising 


Lebanon institutionally, via the 


Lebanese Army Commander, 


as well as individually ------ 


through the proliferation 


of spies.


 


From 2019 to the present time, the Lebanese currency 


devalued by nearly 100 percent, inflation skyrocketing 


by at least 171 percent and Lebanon plunged into 


darkness between 2020 and 2022, due to the 


currency crisis.


 


In the first three years after 2019, over 185 Mossad 


spies were caught and since then, more were 


exposed nonstop. In the aftermath of many 


of the Israeli bombings on Beirut in 


particular, spies were pulled out 


on the streets, to the rage of 


community members.


 


The CIA's incitement against Hezbollah has been 


amplified by Lebanon’s economic collapse. Since 


2019, the Lebanese currency has devalued by 


nearly 100%, with inflation skyrocketing by at 


least 171%. Between 2020 & 2022, Lebanon 


plunged into darkness due to the currency 


crisis. During this time, over 185 Mossad 


spies were arrested, with many 


more exposed.


 


One spy, based on security sources cited by Al-Akhbar, 


was arrested in Dahiyeh on October 2nd, a long-term 


Mossad contact from Idlib, Syria. Drawing suspicion 


when he filmed after the attack on the Islamic 


Health Authority Centre in Bashoura, it was 


found that he had sent photos of the 


destruction sites to Mossad.


 


Other spies, like a Lebanese man named Bahaa ---- 


were found with extensive surveillance data on 


key areas in Dahiyeh and near Beirut's airport. 


The instruments recovered from him included 


computers and two phones filled with images 


of Dahiyeh streets and buildings, especially 


around Airport Road (Tariq al-Matar) area.


 


Another Lebanese named “Mohammad H” was also 


arrested in the neighborhood dividing main Beirut 


from Dahiyeh. In early October, more spies were 


caught and handed over to the Lebanese police.


 


Two weeks prior, another agent was arrested in the 


Lebanese Forces-majority neighbourhood of Ain el-


Remmaneh, which borders Dahiyeh neighbourhood 


in Chiyah, with extensive information on martyred 


Hezbollah leader, Sheikh Kaouk, suggesting his 


role in his murder.


 


Their motivation, investigations revealed, was financial 


rewards - with large sums of dollars and Euros found in 


their possession. In most of the espionage cases both 


before the outbreak of war in Lebanon as well as


 during the war, the agents were recruited via 


social media, or directly through messaging 


applications, and paid around $500 per 


assignment, mainly transferring the 


money via cash transfer.


 


When Israeli spy Joshua Tartakovsky was caught 


in Beirut posing as a journalist two weeks ago, 


US-backed elements in the judiciary and army 


pressured for his deportation, allowing him 


to escape accountability.


 


This mirrors the 2019 escape of former Israeli agent 


Amer Fakhoury, revealing the extent of American 


interference in the security system in shielding 


spies and agents for Israel from accountability.


 


Washington is using these assassinations, aided by its 


network of spies, to push for a US-favoued Lebanese 


president. Western media - has also hinted toward it.


 


The Washington Post, for example... openly admitted 


that the US saw an opportunity to politically sideline


 Hezbollah in Lebanon. Days earlier, Israeli former 


premier Yair Lapid proposed raising the salaries 


of Lebanese Army officers from $120 to $500


------ in exchange for training by Emirati and 


French forces, both of which collaborate


 with Israel on intelligence.


 


The low wages, a direct result of the US-engineered


 economic crisis, have contributed to the 


proliferation of spies.


 


US Ambassador, Dorothy Shea --- further exacerbated 


tensions, stating that Lebanon should “prepare for a 


post-Hezbollah era” — a sentiment contradicted by 


Hezbollah’s continued strength on the battlefield.


 


Today, 17 days into the Israeli ground invasion and 


one month of direct war, Israel has failed to make


 headway in Lebanon, with over 30 soldiers killed 


and 300 injured, as per conservative estimates.


 


Israel's brutal siege on North Gaza, is an attempt to 


make up for losses in Lebanon’s south by forcing 


a final-solution-style mass murder (there’s a 


name for it - the “General’s Plan”).


 


Israel, through its arrogance and hubris, is trying hard 


to push its objectives. Believing it can be successful 


in ethnically cleansing Palestinians from their 


ancestral lands by recreating the Nakba, it 


also believes it can replicate the goals it 


had in occupying southern Lebanon in 


1978 in a farcical pursuit of removing 


the resistance from Lebanon.


 


The tactics of the US and Israel ---- may grow more 


desperate in relying on psychological warfare and 


manipulation of the media ---- to reach their 


objective; of fracturing & delegitimizing 


theresistance.


 


However, as the martyred Hezbollah leader Sayyed 


Nasrallah reminded us, the movement remains as 


strong as ever, both on the battlefield and in the 


hearts of its supporters.


 


Julia Kassem is a Beirut-based writer and 


commentator, whose work appears in 


PressTV, Al-Akhbar, and Al-Mayadeen 


English. She also appears on Press 


TV's Expose show.


 


(The views expressed in this article do not 


necessarily reflect those of Press TV.)


 


 


 


______________________________________




Qalibaf’s visit to Lebanon --- defying Zionist
 threats, shows what real solidarity means


October 15th, 10:38am


by Musa Iqbal


 


The past few weeks have proven once again that if you are a


 friend to the Islamic Republic of Iran and if you stand on the


 right side of history, the Iranian nation will also be a 


steadfast ally and supporter in return. 


 


Despite Zionist threats of assassination and even threats to 


blow up airplanes carrying Iranian officials after Operation 


True Promise II, we have witnessed top-ranking Iranian 


officials making public trips to regional countries, 


including Lebanon. 


 


The trips came amid the Israeli regime’s relentless 


bombardment of Gaza and Lebanon after failing to 


invade the latter through the ground, due to 


Hezbollah's far superior hybrid 


warfare tactics. 


 


The warnings against flying into Lebanon ------ did not deter 


Iranian officials. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi was the 


first to visit Lebanon, carrying humanitarian aid with him, 


on October 4th. He landed in Beirut hours before the 


Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed 


Ali Khamenei led historic Friday prayers and 


sermons in Tehran.


 


Ayatollah Khamenei defended Operation True Promise II that 


dealt a heavy blow to the Zionist entity - and warned the 


Tel Aviv regime, against repeating the foolhardy military 


adventure. In Beirut Araghchi met with senior Lebanese 


officials and reaffirmed Iran's unwavering support to the 


government, people and resistance of the Arab country. 


 


The top Iranian diplomat ---- dashed off to Damascus from 


Beirut, defying Israeli threats. To the dismay of Zionists, 


his visit was just a precursor of what was to come.


 


On Saturday, October the 12th, Iranian Parliament Speaker 


Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf also flew into Beirut, piloting his 


own aircraft, which touched down in the Lebanese capital 


amid plumes of smoke caused by Israeli bombings. 


 


Unfazed by threats against Iranian planes, Qalibaf literally 


took matters into his own hands, donned the pilot's attire 


and arrived in Lebanon as a powerful act of solidarity


 with the Lebanese people. 


 


Qalibaf is far from an ordinary politician. He served as a 


commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Air 


Force from 1997 to 2000. He is also a veteran of the 


Iran-Iraq war, known as the Holy Defense, where 


he started his military career in the early 1980s, 


quickly rising through the ranks as a skilled 


tactician and strategist.


 


“We wanted to emphasize that we follow our dear Leader's 


[Ayatollah Ali Khamenei] example, who led Friday prayers 


despite enemy threats, with a strong presence from our 


proud people who are always on the front lines,” the 


speaker said in Beirut on being asked about him 


piloting the plane. 


 


By exposing the Zionist entity.... as merely a "paper tiger," 


Qalibaf and other Iranian officials who engaged in active 


diplomacy amid threats and sabre-rattling ..aimed to 


galvanize more support for the Palestinian and


 Lebanese cause across the region. 


 


Certain Arab states continue to engage with the Zionist 


regime or refuse to support resistance forces and 


Palestinians, largely due to fears of Zionist


 retaliation. They also don't want to 


antagonize Americans. 


 


Iran, on the other hand, is demonstrating that these threats 


are empty, so long as there is unity around the Palestinian 


cause, as Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized in his historic 


Friday sermon recently. 


 


Qalibaf’s visit to Lebanon, where he visited suburbs bombed 


by Israeli warplanes in recent weeks, also underscored 


Iran’s growing soft power in the region, as it stands 


by its allies, particularly in times of need. 


 


Qalibaf toured areas in central and southern Beirut 


subjected to Israeli aggression, a gesture that 


even some pro-Western Lebanese politicians 


have not made. 


 


Despite the threat of bombings and the Zionist regime’s 


usual modus operandi of assassinations, Iran is 


sending a clear message that its solidarity 


with the oppressed and occupied 


knows no limits.


 


Iran wants the region to understand that they do not have 


to submit to the Zionist regime and that regional peace 


is possible ------ through the rejection of Western-


backed aggression.


 


"We do not fear the enemy, and we carried out this mission 


in full accordance with international law. We have no fear 


of coming here," Qalibaf told reporters during his visit, 


exuding remarkable confidence. 


 


As Israel continues its carpet bombing of Gaza and Lebanon,


 it has also threatened Iran with military aggression ------ after 


being rattled by Iranian ballistic missile strikes that came in 


response to a series of assassinations of senior resistance 


leaders, including Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, Ismail 


Haniyeh and Abbas Nilforushan. 


 


In response, Qalibaf challenged the Tel Aviv regime: “We will 


respond with strength and noticeably --- and appropriately. 


This has been demonstrated before, and I hope it 


serves as a lesson to our enemies.”


 


The IRGC warned Israel ---- that if it retaliates after the 


conclusion of the "True Promise II" missile operation, 


it would face even harsher strikes, with sensitive 


military and energy sites being targeted -


 if necessary.


 


Qalibaf’s visit—piloting his own plane and landing in Beirut to


 declare full support for Lebanon and the resistance—raises 


the stakes in the confrontation with the Zionist regime.


 


Israeli attacks around Beirut airport have intensified, leading


 to the cancellation of hundreds of flights as the Zionist 


regime closely monitors all air traffic in and out of the 


airport. Yet Iran remains steadfast in its commitment 


to the resistance, particularly during critical times.


 


Where some nations have capitulated to the Zionist regime, 


Iran has only increased its support for resistance forces 


and has thrown its weight behind those in the 


Zionists' crosshairs.


 


During his meetings with reporters and local residents in the 


damaged areas.... Qalibaf assured the Lebanese people that 


they would not only receive immediate aid from Iran but also 


long-term support in rebuilding the infrastructure destroyed 


by Zionist aggression.


 


 “It is natural for us to contribute to rebuilding the damaged 


infrastructure. We will offer support, and Islamic countries 


will also play a role,” he asserted.


 


Iran’s leadership role in the region continues to grow despite 


violent threats and attacks from both the United States and 


Israel. As Iran offers an alternative to Zionist capitulation, it 


is also demonstrating that concrete steps must be taken to 


support the resistance and the people of Lebanon.


 


Iran remains a steadfast partner to the Lebanese people


 ------ perhaps even more committed than some Lebanese 


officials themselves. We are witnessing the emergence 


of a new era in West Asian regional policy -- where 


solidarity and unity are not just political slogans 


--- but concrete actions.


 


Musa Iqbal is a Boston-based researcher and writer 


with a focus on US domestic and foreign policy.


 


(The views expressed in this article do not 


necessarily reflect those of Press TV.)


 

Well, they do mine. The whole loving world
owes Iran ------- a huge ''Mamnoon'' !!!
What do you think?







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Modern-day reign of terror,

 US-Israeli style

October 12th, 8:21am

 (PressTV)

 

In the midst of the reign of terror during the late 18th

 century, a term was forged in the fiery tumult of the 

French Revolution; terrorism. This term, born from 

the shadows of la guillotine, would traverse the 

rivers of time, its echo resonating into the 

modern era.

 

Originally shaped by the blade's swift justice around the

 1790s, this legacy of fear has moved across centuries

 into a narrative starkly different, from the cobblestone 

streets of Paris in the late 18th century, we leap 

forward in time.

 

In the volatile atmosphere of 1960 South Africa, the 

oppressive apartheid regime enforced stringent 

pass laws, which required black South Africans 

to carry 'dompas' passbooks, controlling their 

movements and freedoms.

 

The enforcement of these laws was harsh and 

abusive, leading to widespread resentment.

 

In Sharpeville, a township simmering under these conditions, 

the residents, supported by the Pan Africanist Congress, 

PAC, organized a peaceful protest by gathering at the 

local police station without their passbooks, aiming 

to challenge and overwhelm the apartheid system.

 

The situation escalated dramatically when police opened fire

 on the unarmed crowd, resulting in the tragic death of 69 

people and over 180 injuries.

 

This brutal event --- intensified the
resistance against the apartheid.

 

Nelson Mandela, a key figure in the African National

 Congress, ANC, responded by advocating a shift 

towards armed struggle.

 

By 1961 Mandela helped found uMkhonto weSizwe,

 Spear of the Nation, marking a significant change

 in tactics.

 

However, this move led to the US designating the ANC 

as a terrorist organization during the Cold War era.

 

Mandela was included on the US terror watch list, a 

designation that lasted until 2008, long after his 

presidency, when a US bill finally removed 

ANC members from the list.

 

This action underscored the complex global response 

to Mandela's fight against apartheid and his eventual 

recognition as a global symbol of peace 

and reconciliation.

 

The Reign of Terror 

 

Since Operation al-Aqsa Flood, the biggest military action

 against the longest occupation in history --- the Israeli

 regime has been embroiled in a genocidal campaign

 in Gaza, committing all crimes imaginable against

 innocent civilians.

 

As the sands of time shift to 2021, we find ourselves 

in Palestine, where the populace contends with a 

distinct form of apartheid.

 

Tensions in Palestine mirrored struggles from other regions, 

while manifesting unique and profound local challenges.

 

In the neighbourhood of Sheik Jarrah, East al-Quds, the 

issuance of eviction notices to Palestinians, under a 

contentious Israeli law, sparked significant protests.

 

This law allowing descendants of former Jewish property

 owners to reclaim lands, but not affording the same 

right to displace Palestinians, heightened tensions.

 

Human Rights Watch labeled Israel's policies in the region, 

which include segregation and movement restrictions 

to maintain Jewish dominance, as apartheid.

 

Advocacy group B’Tselem calls Israel apartheid 

 

An Israeli rights group says the entity is not a democracy

 but an “apartheid regime” that systematically oppresses 

Palestinians via military occupation and racist laws.

 

Yahya Sinwar, born in 1962 into a family displaced by 

the 1948 Arab-Israeli war, emerged as a significant 

figure in this context.

 

His journey from poverty to leadership within Hamas was

 marked by his early involvement with Islamic student 

groups and his subsequent imprisonment in 1988 for 

actions against Palestinian collaborators and

 Israeli soldiers.

 

Released in 2011 in a prisoner exchange, Sinwar rose to 

prominence in Hamas leading its military and political 

strategies against the Israeli apartheid system.

 

His stance and actions led to his inclusion on the US terror 

list in 2015. By 2017, Sinwar had taken the helm of Hamas

 in Gaza, focusing on resisting the Israeli apartheid.

 

This campaign against Israel's continued occupation

 of Palestinian territories culminated dramatically 

on October 7, 2023, with Operation Al-Aqsa Flood.

 

‘Al-Aqsa Storm’ has shattered
Israel’s invincibility myth  

 

According to Palestinian observers, the ‘Al-Aqsa Storm’ 

operation has changed the equation in favour of the 

resistance axis and shattered the myth of the 

Israeli regime’s invincibility.

 

In a highly coordinated military operation, Hamas fighters, 

on paragliders and motorcycles, in a daring assault 

shattered the fortified barriers between Gaza and 

the occupied territories. They... successfully 

dismantled the AI-augmented surveillance 

systems, enabling them to strike at over 

25 Israeli military outposts -----

with precision.

 

The operation saw the capture of several Merkava tanks 

and their crews at a military site ------ with significant 

military equipment seized and taken back to Gaza.

 

This operation marked a significant breach in Israel's 

military reminiscent of the vulnerabilities exposed 

during the 1973 Arab-Israeli conflict.

 

During Operation Al-Aqsa Flood Hamas demonstrated a

 remarkable display of military capability. Yet - Western 

media and key political figures, including US President 

Joe Biden, tried to frame this operation as an act of 

terrorism. They portrayed the events of October 7 

with stark comparisons to Daesh's actions, 

including unverified claims of war crimes 

and beheadings, a narrative echoed 

by Biden.

 

In the 2010s the emergence of Daesh, became a prominent 

example of how Western media frequently linked terrorism 

with Islam and West Asia, diverging significantly from its 

historical origins in the heart of Europe,

 

Daesh  also known as ISIS or ISIL in the West  was founded

 by Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, & gained international notoriety

in 2014 following swift and brutal military campaigns that

 made Iraqi forces retreat from key cities and led to the 

seizure of Mosul.

 

Characterized by extreme brutality, Daesh committed 

atrocities that shocked the world, including mass 

executions, ethnic cleansing, enslavement 

and the persecution of minorities.

 

Notable incidents included the Sinjar massacre, where

thousands of Izadis were killed, and the mass murder 

of over 2000 cadets at a military academy in Tikrit -- 

coupled with severe damage to Iraq's infrastructure.

 

US forces trained Daesh terrorists 

in Syria ------ to carry out attacks.

 

However, their reign of terror ended, when Iran's top anti-

terror commander, Lieutenant General Qasem Soleimani, 

declared the cessation of their existence after years of 

horrific violence in Iraq and Syria.

 

Years after the end of the Daesh rule, 

shadows of the past loomed large.

 

This time ----- another dark spectre cast its pall over Gaza, 

where the scars of the genocide are deep and unyielding. 

The region reeled under the weight of the US-Israeli

genocide, a stark and haunting reflection of the 

atrocities once committed by Daesh.

 

Israel's crimes in Gaza encompass collective punishments 

such as blockades, indiscriminate bombings of civilian

 areas, forced displacements, the direct targeting of 

civilians, unlawful detentions and destruction of 

civilian infrastructure. These measures have 

led to significant civilian casualties

 and suffering.

 

When examining these actions, the distinction in scale 

between the blockades by Daesh and by Israel ---

 becomes clear.

 

Daesh's blockades affected smaller populations, with 

around 6250 civilians in Yarmouk and approximately

50,000 in Fallujah. In stark contrast, Israel's 

#blockade impacted the entire population 

of Gaza, over 2 million people.

 

This blockade resulted in severe shortages of essential 

services and significant civilian casualties -- making it

 a form of collective punishment, which is prohibited

 under international law.

 

Gaza: No place for children 

 

The genocidal Israeli war on Gaza has inflicted immense

 suffering on innocent civilians, particularly children, 

whose lives have been shattered by airstrikes, 

displacements, and the loss of loved ones.

 

Targeting hospitals and schools has also been 

a tactic used by both Daesh and Israeli forces.

 

Daesh utilized the civilian infrastructure for military 

purposes in areas like Mosul and across Syria 

which shielded them from airstrikes; 

conversely, Israeli airstrikes 

directly hit schools and 

hospitals in Gaza.

 

By late September 2024, Gaza's healthcare infrastructure 

had been devastated. Of the 36 hospitals in the region, 

31 had been damaged or destroyed.

 

The World Health Organization reported that from October 7, 

2023 until the end of September 2024 over 1100 attacks 

had targeted healthcare services in both Gaza and 

the West Bank.

 

These strikes had affected more than 550 medical facilities 

and over 500 ambulances, severely crippling the region's 

ability to provide essential care.

 

One of the most harrowing events was a 14-day operation 

at Gaza's largest medical facility, Al Shifa Hospital, where 

Israeli military actions included the killing of 13 children 

and systematic violence including extrajudicial killings 

of Palestinian civilians.

 

Children aged four to six were among those tragically killed, 

with the WHO citing 21 patients perishing in dire conditions 

within the hospital.

 

Al-Shifa, Gaza’s largest hospital turned into cemetery 

 

Israeli military’s two-week siege of al-Shifa Hospital,

 Gaza’s largest medical facility, left a trail of death 

and destruction as thousands of people were 

sheltering there.

 

The use of white phosphorus by Israeli forces, a substance 

causing severe injuries and death, has been documented 

and criticized by Human Rights Watch. This contrasts 

with Daesh, which has not been recorded using 

this substance.

 

Forced displacement figures are equally stark. Daesh 

displaced thousands, while Israel's actions since 

October 7th - forcibly displaced nearly 2 million 

Palestinians, nearly 90% of Gaza's population.

 

This massive displacement was a clear violation of the 

Fourth Geneva Convention, which prohibits the forcible 

transfer of protected persons from occupied territories.

 

The targeting of civilians by Israel has been severe. Over a 

span of one year, Israel killed more than 40,000 civilians, 

including attacks on residential areas and public 

spaces, a significant increase compared to 

Daesh, which killed 5,054 civilians 

over 13 years.

 

Journalists have also been targeted. According to the Syrian 

Network for Human Rights, Daesh was responsible for the

 execution of at least 64 journalists, using these heinous 

acts as a tactic to suppress information and sow fear.

 

In stark contrast --- the toll has been much higher In Israel's 

case. The Committee to Protect Journalists, CPJ, reported 

that as of the 24th of May 2024, at least 107 journalists 

and media workers had been killed since the onset of

 the conflict ------ marking the deadliest period for

 journalists since the CPJ started recording 

data in 1992.

 

Mass graves are another example

 of Israeli atrocities in Gaza.

 

One of the largest mass graves tied to Daesh was unearthed 

near the town of Sinjar in Iraq after the region was liberated 

from their control in 2015. This grave held the remains of 

over 80 Izadi women, a chilling testimony to the 

terrorist group's brutal campaign.

 

However, the situation in Gaza presents 

an even more somber narrative.

 

In April 2024 the discovery of mass graves sent shockwaves 

through the international community. The largest of these 

was found at the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Yunis,

 where, following the withdrawal of Israeli troops, 

Palestinian civil defense teams began the 

grim work of exhuming bodies.

 

The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, 

Volker Türk, expressed his horror upon learning that 

hundreds of bodies were found in mass graves 

at two of Gaza's major hospitals.

 

Palestinian authorities reported the recovery of nearly 400

 bodies, some of whom were tragically found still clad in 

surgical gowns. The deceased ranged from elderly 

women to young men and children, presenting 

a harrowing and stark tableau of the 

tragic events.

 

The mass graves, are only part of the gruesome series of 

massacres but should be a turning point due to the sheer 

scale of murdered and mutilated bodies found, they state.

 

Throughout its campaign in Syria and Iraq, Daesh

 extensively used explosive weapons in 

populated areas such as Mosul and 

Raqqa, resulting in significant 

civilian casualties.

 

Similarly, Israel has employed a comparable tactic on a 

much larger scale. By April 2024 over 60% of Gaza's 

physical infrastructure had been damaged,

 with 35% completely destroyed.

 

The devastation was so extensive that the EU Policy Chief 

Josep Borrell remarked that the destruction in Gaza

 exceeded what was seen in German cities 

during World War II.

 

Israeli forces dropped at least 75,000 tons of explosives 

on the region, about five times the explosive yield of

 the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima.

 

The widespread use of explosive weapons in densely 

populated areas has drawn condemnation from the 

UN and various human rights organizations, 

stating that such actions likely violate 

international humanitarian law due

to the disproportionate harm 

caused to civilians.

 

The relentless bombardment led the International Court of 

Justice to call on Israel to end its genocidal campaign in 

Rafah, the southernmost town in Gaza, but the Israeli 

authorities had nothing to be ashamed of.

 

Despite the international outcry, certain Israeli officials, 

including Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, deputy mayor of 

Al-Quds, have denied allegations of war crimes.

 

Meanwhile, others have defended their war crimes, 

including the deprivation of basic necessities

in Gaza.

 

Tally Gotliv, a member of the Likud party, controversially 

asserted in a Knesset meeting that weaponizing 

hunger and thirst could be effective for 

gathering intelligence.

 

''If you break the siege it will be, in 

my opinion, a terrible decision.''

 

''Because ---- without hunger and thirst among the Gaza 

population, we will not be able to recruit collaborators, 

we will not be able to recruit intelligence; we will not 

be able to bribe people with food.''

 

Tally Gotliv, Likud Party Knesset Member

 

Additionally, May Golan, Israel's minister of women's 

advancement, expressed pride in the severe 

destruction of Gaza and the killing of 

Palestinian children.

 

''I am personally proud of the ruins of Gaza - and that every 

baby, even 80 years from now, will tell their grandchildren 

what the Jews did when their families were murdered 

and raped and their civilians were kidnapped. 

You and your friends can dream…''

 

May Golan, Israeli Minister of Women's Advancement

 

On the other side of the conflict, Israel has directed 

accusations of war crimes towards Hamas.

 

During Elon Musk's visit to the Kfar Aza kibbutz, a site of 

Operation al Aqsa Flood, Israel depicted itself as a 

victim, claiming Hamas targeted civilians.

 

This narrative was echoed in Kibbutz Be'eri, where initial 

reports of an alleged massacre were later contradicted

 by settler testimonies.

 

Israel massacred its own people by enacting its 

controversial ‘Hannibal Directive’ during the 

Palestinians’ Oct. 7 operation, according 

to reports.

 

Israeli Yasmin Porat, who survived the events in Be'eri, 

shockingly stated on Israeli radio that it was the 

Israeli military fire, not Hamas, which caused 

settler casualties. This included incidents 

of strong Crossfire and tank fire 

resulting in civilian deaths.

 

Further controversy arose when Efrat Katz, reportedly held

 captive by Hamas, was killed in an Israeli helicopter strike 

intended to stop the Palestinian fighters. The Israeli Air

 Force Commander stated that the actions were 

''according to military orders''.

 

This Stark behaviour where Israel's own settlers were killed 

by its military forces is linked to one of Israel's covert 

operational protocols, the Hannibal Directive, which 

allows force to prevent capture -- even at the risk 

to Israeli lives.

 

Israeli forces caused the deaths of their own settlers; 

however, the regime attributed these incidents to 

resistance fighters.

 

Other allegations, such as the claim made by Biden 

concerning the beheading of children, were 

quickly dismissed by US media.

 

In the wake of the Israeli crimes, some social media users 

drew stark comparisons, liking the harrowing scenes of 

Israel's atrocities to those historically associated with 

the Nazis or Daesh.

 

But Israel wasn't alone in committing these crimes. Israel 

has benefited significantly from long-standing support by

 the US, receiving approximately $130 billion since its 

self-proclamation, making it the largest recipient of 

US military aid.

 

The US has spent more than $22bn on military aid

 to Israel over the past year, a new report says.

 

Israel receives $3.8 billion annually under an agreement 

with the Obama administration, accounting for about 

15% of its military budget.

 

Furthermore.... the US has played a pivotal role in enhancing 

Israel's economic and political standing on the global stage, 

with bilateral trade approaching $50 billion annually.

 

Politically, the US has consistently supported Israel in 

international forums, including the United Nations, 

often using its veto power to block resolutions 

unfavorable to Israel.

 

Notable political moves include the US recognition of Al 

Quds as Israel's so-called capital --- and facilitating key 

diplomatic accords like the Camp David Accords, Oslo 

Accords and Abraham Accords, which have 

normalized relations between Israel 

and several Arab nations.

 

Against this backdrop, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin

 Netanyahu's July 2024 visit to the United States 

further solidified US support for Israel's 

genocide in Gaza, as Congress 

interrupted his one-hour 

speech, 39 times ----

 with applause.

 

US Congress endorses genocide 

 

US support for Israel extends beyond logistics to direct 

military action. In a concerted effort to counteract an 

anticipated retaliatory strike from Iran in April 2024, 

the US, alongside its allies..... established a 

comprehensive defense system.

 

Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps, IRGC, launched 

extensive strikes against Israeli targets, retaliating 

against an Israeli attack on Iranian diplomatic 

facilities in Damascus on April 1.

 

Despite the US efforts, Iran successfully struck two major 

Israeli air bases in the Negev desert. In a striking display 

of Israeli vulnerability - missiles, far from the pinnacle of 

Iran's technological arsenal -  found their targets in the 

Israeli-occupied territories.

 

The US, with its missile technology, had transformed 

the skies above the Nevatim Airbase into what was 

considered the most secure expanse in all of the 

Israeli-occupied territories.

 

This region holds critical significance, nestled close 

to Dimona, a site of Paramount military importance 

linked to Israel's nuclear weapons. It was once 

considered an impenetrable fortress 

safeguarding the regime's most 

vital assets.

 

This moment of impact represented a stark revelation; 

even the most advanced systems of the US and Israel, 

whose security is intertwined with high-tech shields, 

are not impregnable.

 

Israel falsifies efficacy of military systems built with US 

 

Israel has a long tradition of boasting joint projects with the 

US as its own, and both have a tradition of over-estimating 

and falsifying the effectiveness data of such jointly-built 

military systems

 

This marked another failure for the United States,
reminiscent of the time when global awareness 

was burgeoning and the US failed in its effort 

to expunge Nelson Mandela from the 

Annals of Reverence.

 

As the Cold War narratives lost their grip on global 

perceptions, the world began to recognize 

Mandela, not as a terrorist, but as 

a hero.

 

Mandela's legacy, etched in the hearts of the people, 

compelled America to revise its stance, removing 

him from lists of terror, and acknowledging his 

true role ---- as a beacon of resistance 

and reconciliation.

 

The United States employed tactics reminiscent of a reign of

 terror in an attempt to expunge resistance figures from the 

collective conscience, yet the global community 

discerned that the true terror was not found 

in individuals like Mandela, but, in the 

systematic oppression, they resisted

 a pernicious apartheid that 

constrained freedoms and 

muted a myriad voices.

 

Since October 7, the echoes of the US-Israeli

genocide in Gaza have reverberated globally,

 stirring a collective awakening.

 

As the international community scrutinizes the 

unwavering US support for Israel amidst these 

events, many around the world are beginning

 to question the US definition of terrorism.

 

Figures, once branded as terrorists by powers afar, 

are now being re-evaluated, perhaps soon to be 

celebrated as liberators, much like Mandela 

before them.

 

In the hearts of the global community, the march 

towards justice continues, possibly heralding 

an era where those like Yahya Sinwar are 

seen, not as foes, but as heroes 

of liberation.

 

Except for one big difference!

Don't believe Netanyahu wiil

accept - like Frederik Willem

de Klerk did - any end to his

racist/supremacist state!

 

What do you think?

 


 


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Indian Elections: Dubious Game 

of Narratives by Western Hands

June 15th, 2024

by Ahmad Al-Hajj Ali

 

While the battle of ballots was being waged in India, 

foreign warriors had manned fronts to influence

public opinion --- and thus the final outcome of 

the greatest democratic exercise in the world. 

 

Organizations, based in US and European capitals, 

had fielded players to partake in the elections as 

intellectuals and social media peddlers to mould 

the narrative, so that gullible publics might 

succumb to their agenda.

 

These exotic players include individuals like 

writers, columnists, institutions, think tanks 

and academic spaces.

 

The plunge of foreign hands into the Indian electoral 

arena stems from understandable vested interests.

 India in recent years has emerged as a decisive 

and self-assured global power. It is leading 

groupings like BRICS. It is a key cog of 

QUAD bloc. It presided over G-20 last 

year and is a voice of the Global 

South. Its economy is at a high 

perch and will climb to the 

third place in the world.

 

Most importantly, true to its foreign policy mantra of 

being vishwamitra (a friend to the world), India has 

struck a balance with big powers despite them 

being at the clashing ends of most intricate 

conflicts of our time.

 

Thus, the elections have been an opportune time for 

envious powers to make India go off the track. The

ermination of confusion and haze around policies 

adopted by India or to be adopted in future was

 the best way to shake the election debates.

 

Not only independent organizations, but foreign 

governments have also tried to poke their nose 

into the internal affairs of India during the 

course of elections. 

 

The most fervent example of this was when the US

 State Department issued a strong statement after 

the arrest of Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal

 in March 2024.

 

The tenor of the statement appeared to admonish the 

Indian government and dictate how India’s elections 

were to be held. New Delhi was quick to react by 

summoning a senior US diplomat and directing 

the US establishment to refrain from 

commenting on Indian democracy. 

 

Foreign Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, termed such 

statements unfortunate and called on the western 

nations to exercise restraint when commenting 

on their allies.

 

Such attitudes reveal a deep bias within Washington’s 

policy circles and these biases remain unchanged for 

decades. While bilateral relations remain firm, the US 

has repeatedly questioned India’s democratic record 

under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership.

 

Besides, the United States Commission on International 

Religious Freedom keeps issuing alarming statements 

on the state of religious freedoms in India with an 

agenda to influence domestic political trends. 

One such report was made public a few 

weeks before the elections.

 

Henry Luce Foundation of US

 

On top of the foreign organization that sought a 

favourable outcome of Indian elections is The 

Henry Luce Foundation. It is closely linked to 

people in the US governance and think tanks

 like the Asia Foundation (TAF), the Council 

on Foreign Relations (CFR), and the Centre 

for Strategic and International Studies

(CSIS), all of which have documented 

links to the CIA.

 

The Asia Foundation was directly founded by the CIA 

in 1954 to promote US interests in Asia through 

educational and cultural activities, originally 

operating as the Committee for Free Asia.

 

 CFR, despite claiming independence, has historically 

been rumoured to have CIA ties and has been a 

platform for several CIA directors to discuss US 

intelligence strategies. CSIS, similarly, has had 

a long association with the CIA, facilitated by 

its origins within Georgetown University. It 

showcases the intertwined relationships 

between the foundation’s philanthropic 

activities US strategic interests 

--- highlighting the complex 

interplay --- of intelligence, 

influence & philanthropy

in US foreign policy.

 

The HLF has funded a number of individuals and outfits 

to conduct online/physical events and build micro-

narratives woven around Indian elections, 

largely through social media posts 

and blogs.

 

Besides, the foundation funded a study on “The Hindu 

Right and India’s religious Diplomacy” conducted by 

the Berkley Religious Centre of Georgetown 

University. The report concluded that India

 is deploying religious moorings, Hindu in 

nature, to flex its soft-power diplomacy. 

 

Reports like this are the basis of findings and rankings 

promulgated by the US Commission on Religious 

Freedom ----- which shows India in the 

alarming zone.

 

These reports are also cited in opinion pieces written 

by columnists linked to the foundation and others in 

mainstream western media outlets. It constructs 

India’s image as that of “anti-minority” and 

biased against non-Hindu people.

 

Another major think tank that the HLF is pushing with 

fiscal backing ----------- is the Carnegie Endowment for 

International Peace. It is on its roll or commissioned 

writers producing research works that help build a 

particular perception about India. Its projects on 

India through the prism of “citizenship rights, 

minority protections and rise of rightwing 

extremism”  --- have been authored by 

figures like Milan Vaishnav, Madhav

Khosla, Niraja Gopal Jayal, and 

Pratap Bhanu Mehta. 

 

All these writers are known for their stern anti-

government views. Some of them were active 

even on YouTube and other media platforms

 during the elections.

 

French Interference

 

Christophe Jaffrelot is a renowned author on South Asian 

Affairs. His work on subalterns, Gujarat, Ambedkar and 

regular commentary.... on various aspects of Indian 

politics is read widely. His protégée Gilles Verniers 

has expanded his work. 

 

In recent months... Jaffrelot has written mostly dissecting 

various aspects of caste-related angles of Indian society 

and politics. His pieces are no doubt based on sound 

research, but the timing of their publication and

 Jaffrelot’s tenacity to use the turn of phrase 

make them tilted against the present 

dispensation in New Delhi.

 

Some of Jaffrelot’s pieces ---- appeared in

 Le Monde, France’s foremost publication.

 

According to disnfolab, while analysing the global 

reports on Indian elections, an unusual pattern 

of media coverage trying to shape a particular 

narrative and influence voter mindset 

was observed.

 

“The most striking pattern was that these Op-Eds/ 

articles and papers were either written or were 

based on interviews/ statements from one 

particular French political scientist and 

researcher Christophe Jaffrelot, who 

became the anchor to this research. 

 

''While analyzing the buzz around Indian elections, it 

was also observed that Jaffrelot had also been the

 key source of most of these articles from other 

Western media and a segment of Indian media 

platforms especially targeting the Indian 

elections,” said disinfolab in one of its 

investigative reports unearthing

foreign interference in 

Indian elections.

 

Open AI Disclosure

 

OpenAI -- the creators of ChatGPT, said in a statement on 

June 1 that it acted within 24 hours to disrupt deceptive 

uses of AI ...in covert operations focused on the Indian 

elections, leading to no significant audience increase

 In a report on its website, OpenAI said STOIC, a 

political campaign management firm in Israel, 

generated some content on Indian elections 

alongside the Gaza conflict.

 

“In May, the network began generating comments that 

focused on India, criticized the ruling BJP party and 

praised the opposition Congress party,” it said. “In

 May, we disrupted some activity focused on the

 Indian elections less than 24 hours after it 

began.” OpenAI said it banned a cluster of 

accounts operated from Israel that were 

being used to generate & edit content 

for an influence operation that 

spanned ----- X, Facebook, 

Instagram, websites, 

and YouTube.

 

Fears about misinformation and disinformation tainting 

the democratic process are especially significant in

 India, where social media and internet usage are

 widespread. The country... has more than 400 

million WhatsApp users – the world’s largest

 user base of the messaging app --------- and 

roughly 820 million active internet users. 


More than half of these internet users 

are based in rural areas, where 

awareness of and the ability

to spot deepfakes, tends 

to be even weaker.

 

While there is no reliable data yet on whether AI tools 

are disrupting the integrity of democratic processes, 

India’s elections reflected future trends, especially 

given its size, scale, and digital exposure.

 

 

Source: Al-Manar English Website

 

 

Wow! A.I. generated fake news!

Puts ''C.I.A. machinations'' in

a totally new context, 

doesn't it?

 

What do you think?

 




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Asia Times: NATO leaders

unleash war in Europe

to stay in power

June 13th, 2024 

(source: Asia Times 

retold by InoTV)

 

The number of casualties on the Ukrainian side ---- is 

estimated at hundreds a day and battles are already 

routinely called meat grinders - because of the huge 

number of victims. Against this background, it's not 

surprising that Kiev does not have enough soldiers.

 

Ukraine has almost no reservists left who have not yet 

been activated. At the same time, the Russian reserve 

of trained fighters totals about half a million people.

 

However, Moscow's ultimate goal, as well as the 

strategy for achieving it, remains unclear. For 

example, information sometimes surfaced 

that the Russians wanted to create 

a "buffer zone" --- to protect their 

country's territory from attacks.

 

However, the concept of such a zone is also rather 

vague, since the use of long-range ballistic and 

cruise missiles contradicts it. And even if such 

a zone extends to the Dnieper, it does not 

guarantee the protection of the Crimea*.

 

NATO plans to supply Kiev with F-16 fighter jets, which, 

according to the AT, will be based in Romania. These 

combat aircraft will be equipped with AIM-120 air-to

-air missiles and JASSM long-range cruise missiles.

 

Given the location of these airfields ------ there is an 

assumption that fighters will strike at the Crimea*. 


This raises the question of whether Russia will 

have to destroy Romanian air bases, or will 

NATO back down and abandon the idea 

of using them?

 

It's no secret that Crimea* is a very sensitive topic for 

Russia, the publication admits. Recently, Ukraine 

launched massive strikes on the peninsula with 

long-range missiles. Various objects were 

damaged, including airfields & harbours. 

According to some reports, Kiev plans 

to make another attempt to destroy 

the Crimean Bridge.. soon.

 

Moreover, most of the missiles used are related to NATO 

supplies. These are mostly US-made weapons, and the 

targeting was carried out using data provided by the 

North Atlantic Alliance. NATO is working closely 

with Ukraine. Reconnaissance planes, long-

range radars, and satellite data are used.

 

AT emphasizes that the strikes on Crimea* have no real 

military purpose, since there is no fighting there. Kiev 

is simply trying to humiliate the Russians, but does 

not understand that the answer may be stronger 

than expected.

 

It is not excluded that Russia will stop tolerating and 

simply respond with brute force, attacking one or 

more large cities, like Kharkiv, Odessa, or 

even Kiev. 

 

The Western supply of weapons for Ukraine's needs is 

limited, and Russia has significantly more long-range 

missiles. In addition, Kiev does not have enough air 

defense systems to protect its cities.

 

In this case, the conclusion is that - at the moment -
NATO's strategy in Ukraine is to hurt Russia for the 

fact that Kiev is losing the war. Moreover, it seems 

that the alliance is even trying to intimidate the 

Russians that, if they win, they will pay a 

high price.

 

Perhaps Western military leaders believe that this way 

they will increase pressure inside Russia, and this will 

force it to retreat? But Moscow cannot be persuaded 

to stop its operations or consider a cease-fire in this 

way, because this would play into the hands of 

Ukraine, but not Russia.

 

The Russian response --- was not long in coming. They 

sent a message to Washington, in the form of Russian 

warships - and nuclear submarines in Cuba. However, 

it is not known whether the meaning of this message

 will reach the US elite. After all, everything indicates

 that because of the strikes on the Crimea*, Russia's

 patience may soon break, the publication is sure.

 

And the pressure inside Russia is only to increase the 

number of retaliatory attacks - on Ukrainian facilities. 

Such statements were discussed in private meetings 

during the recent St. Petersburg Economic Forum.

 

And although Putin himself did not say anything like 

this out loud, nevertheless, according to the AP, the

 next level of Russian power does not hide its 

indignation and desire to respond to both 

Ukraine and NATO.

 

At this stage, there is another danger. Many European 

leaders, such as French President Macron, are losing 

political support at home. Against this background, 

they can risk a large-scale war, in order to 

''influence'' public opinion in this way.

 

Sending fighter jets and weapons to Ukraine can be 

interpreted as deliberately inciting war in Europe. 

And the fact that the United States is most likely 

behind the use of Romanian military airfields 

proves ---- that Biden is trying to save his 

extremely weak political position by 

unleashing a European war. 

 

Although on the other hand, no one will be surprised

 if Biden does not know anything at all.... and his 

caretakers have developed a "new strategy" 

for him, in order to - somehow - save his 

burning fifth point.

 

However, the NATO leaders..... are taking a big risk, the 

publication is sure. The alliance's defense capability is 

extremely weak today. In fact, they are putting the 

entire future of Europe, and indeed the Alliance, 

on the line - for the sole purpose of remaining

 in power.

 

At the same time there is no evidence that the people will

support a large-scale war. Rather, on the contrary, it will 

give vent --- to traditional anti-war sentiments. What is 

happening, dangerously... brings NATO closer to the 

fact - that the alliance will turn into an aggressor,

& this will be followed by an inevitable collapse.

 

* Crimea became part of Russia after the overwhelming 

majority of residents of the peninsula voted for it in
a referendum on March 16th, 2014. InoTV)

 

 

The West - has always been aggressive

and greedy. Now, is the day of justice.

 

What do you think?




 

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US ''Defence'' Industry Struggles 

To Manufacture Basic Artillery 

For Ukraine

by Ahmed Adel 

June 10th, 2024

(SouthFront)

 

The United States arms industry is not producing the 

basic ammunition required to sustain support for 

Ukraine and Israel, Bloomberg reported.... on 

June 8th. This is an extraordinary situation, 

since Russia’s armed industry is booming

 despite facing major Western sanctions.

 

According to the outlet, the US defence industry gave 

priority to the manufacture of high-tech ammunition 

and halted the production of basic artillery such as

 155-millimetre ammunition -- the most used in the 

wars that are being fought today. The US is also 

facing a shortage of basic products, such as 

gunpowder or trinitrotoluene (TNT), to

 produce these munitions and have 

had to turn to other countries, 

such as Poland and Türkiye, 

to obtain supplies.

 

At some point an attempt was made to replace the 155-

millimetre ammunition with higher-tech projectiles on

 the battlefront in Ukraine, but the effort failed.... 

because the new weaponry was neutralised 

by the Russian military.

 

“Higher-tech shells that were intended to replace the 

traditional 155mm munitions failed an early test in

 Ukraine, when their targeting systems were 

thwarted by Russia,” Bloomberg reported. 

 

“The prospect that future wars could resemble the 

grinding combat taking place there has stirred 

fears that the US arsenal could someday be

 stretched to the breaking point.”

 

“The writing has been on the wall --- for a while,” Stacie 

Pettyjohn, a senior fellow and director of the defense 

program at the independent and bipartisan Centre

 for a New American Security, told Bloomberg. 

 

“It has just taken the war in Ukraine to really shock 

Pentagon officials and members of Congress out

 of their complacency.”

 

Since the end of the Cold War in the 1990s, the Pentagon 

has divested or neglected facilities once used to

 manufacture everything from projectiles to 

gunpowder, focusing instead on 

transforming warfare with 

high-tech weaponry.

 

“What’s left is crumbling infrastructure, outdated 

machinery and a tiny workforce that can’t keep 

up with growing international demand,” the 

outlet highlights.

 

Before the special military operation in Ukraine, US 

production was 14,400 shells per month. Now, the

 US is spending more than $5 billion to overhaul 

aging factories across the country with the 

goal of producing 100,000 155mm shells

 a month...... by the end of next year.

 

As the agency stresses - it is a mobilisation that, 

due to its speed and breadth, is unlike anything 

since World War II.

 

As part of this effort, Congress has appropriated 

$650 million for a TNT production plant that will 

take two years to build --- according to Doug 

Bush, the Army’s top weapons buyer. And 

Washington ------ will have to finance 

the purchases... of whatever the 

renovated facilities produce, 

possibly for many years.

 

But, as Bloomberg noted ---- getting the money 

may also be the easiest obstacle to overcome.

 

“The US must bring old buildings up to snuff, build 

new ones, buy updated machinery, and hire and 

train workers. Environmental regulations stand 

in the way. And the Pentagon will need to 

ensure that plants can be run safely — 

munitions-making is prone to fires, 

explosions and other accidents,”

 the outlet noted.

 

Bloomberg concludes, “Boosting munition production is

 a costly and time-consuming business, and the US is 

playing catch-up -- at a time of growing tension in 

Europe, the Middle East and the Pacific region.”

 

Washington naively believed that the sweeping sanctions

 against Moscow would collapse the Russian economy 

and therefore its military operation against the Kiev

 regime. Instead, Russia not only overcame the 

sanctions but is now producing artillery 

shells at a rate that the West cannot 

keep up with.

 

It is recalled that Estonian Defence Minister Hanno 

Pevkur admitted in November 2023 that Russia 

was firing 70,000 rounds a day, meaning that 

an equivalent of a year’s worth of European 

production at the time, was fired by the 

Russian military every 10 days. 

 

The crippling shortage of artillery was also referred to 

by Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov in 

January, who revealed that Ukraine was unable

 to fire more than 2,000 shells per day.

 

Due to a severe worldwide shortage of artillery shells, 

Western analysts admit Ukraine will likely be out-

gunned by Russia for at least the remainder of 

the year, but even with Kiev’s allies ramping 

up production, realistically Russia will hold

 the advantage for the duration of the war.

 

Even though Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy 

said recently there were no reports of artillery 

shortages, in an interview on May 21 with 

Reuters, he called on Western allies to 

speed up aid, saying every decision 

they’ve made on military support 

for Ukraine has been “late ---
by around one year.” 

 

Even in this most desperate stage of the war, from Kiev’s 

perspective, Zelensky cannot but be ungrateful and

 entitled, even when the West struggles to 

overcome its industrial failures, 

particularly since Russia’s 

military industry..... is a 

resounding success --- 

despite the sanctions.

 

 

Ahmed Adel is a Cairo-based 

geopolitics and political

 economy researcher

 

 

Nuclear it is then - which leads to

the question - will the absent

peace movent in the West,

mean that their people

are going to die with

both a bang --- and

a whimper?

 

What do you think?

 




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ICC arrest warrants:- How the 

international tribunal equates 

oppressors -- with oppressed

by Musa Iqbal

May 27th, 8:10am

(PressTV)


It was just last year that a rare event occurred uniting 

both imperialist parties within the United States: The 

International Criminal Court (ICC) sought an arrest 

warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin for

 alleged war crimes in Ukraine.

 

Thrilled US lawmakers, hawkish pundits, liberal and 

conservative commentators, all hailed the

 International Criminal Court despite 

Russia and the US both not being 

subject to its jurisdiction.

 

It did not matter for the war profiteers in Washington. For 

them, the ICC – the Hague-based international tribunal 

dominated by Western influence that has historically 

only pursued African leaders - was willing to side 

with them against one of their primary 

geopolitical rivals, and thus its

legitimacy was upheld 

- without both parties 

being signatories to

 the Rome Statute. 

 

More than a year later, the same warhawks, who have 

during this time accumulated millions from war 

profiteering, are now prepared to slap ICC 

judges and prosecutors with sanctions 

and threaten the same legitimacy 

they hailed just over a year ago. 

 

On Monday, May 20, ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan 

announced that he would seek arrest warrants 

for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 

and military affairs minister Yoav Gallant for 

crimes against humanity in the Gaza Strip. 

 

“We submit that the crimes against humanity charged 

were committed as part of a widespread and 

systematic attack against the Palestinian 

civilian population pursuant to State 

policy,” he stated.

 

Listing starvation, intentionally directing attacks 

against a civilian population, extermination, 

and “other inhumane acts as crimes 

against humanity” --- the ICC lead 

prosecutor built a case against

 the regime.

 

It came at a time when the illegitimate entity in 

Tel Aviv is grappling with both internal and 

external crises, having failed to achieve 

any of its military objectives in the 

besieged Palestinian territory.

 

However, in the same breath, the ICC prosecutor 

...also sought charges for three leaders of the 

Hamas resistance movement: Yahya Sinwar, 

Muhammad Deif, and Ismael Haniyeh - 

equating the oppressor.... with the 

oppressed, the genocidal regime 

with fighters who have the right 

to defend themselves.

 

While only two Zionist officials are being sought for 

arrest, the ICC has put three Palestinians on the

 list, ironically with the death toll in Gaza 

climbing to nearly 40,000 and 

an invasion of Rafah 

looking imminent.

 

By issuing arrest warrants for the heroic Al Aqsa Storm 

Operation on October 7, 2023, the ICC prosecutors are 

spitting in the face of the right to resist criminal 

occupation and aggression.

 

Any follower of the Palestinian cause knows that relying 

on international organizations is a path to nowhere - as
long as US hegemony exists. But that hegemony is 

declining. And it shows --- take note of the US 

political reaction to the arrest warrants 

against Netanyahu and Gallant.

 

Last month, US Congresspeople drafted a letter 

promising sanctions and other punitive actions 

if the ICC issues arrest warrants against

 Israeli regime officials.

 

Non-governmental organizations that tow the Washington 

political line also lashed out at the ICC, in order to 

discredit and delegitimize it. Again, a bulk of 

these organizations praised the ICC 

...whenever the target of arrests 

was a Washington-designated

target. There is no dearth of 

hypocrisy in Washington. 

 

In a statement, US President Joe Biden declared: 

“Let me be clear, we reject the ICC’s application 

for arrest warrants against Israeli leaders…

There is no equivalence between Israel

 and Hamas.”

 

Ironically, he is right - just for the wrong reasons. 

 

Occupation, ethnic cleansing, and genocide are not 

permitted within international standards and the 

so-called rule of law. However, resistance to 

occupation is a human right ------ that is 

mentioned by name under Protocol I 

of the Geneva Convention.

 

Indeed - there is no equivalence between the Israeli 

occupation and the Gaza-based resistance 

movement Hamas, or for that matter any 

other Palestinian resistance faction.

 

The ICC’s “both sides are wrong” defense --- is

commonly resorted to by Western neoliberals.

 

Seeking to absolve themselves of blame, the defense 

here chalks the blame up to Zionist leadership, while 

condemning the whole of Palestinian resistance.

 

Many analysts agree that Washington’s exit strategy 

from the Gaza genocide - the Biden administration 

cannot afford to continue with it in an election 

year - will be throwing Netanyahu under the 

bus, and chalking up the genocide to 

“bad leadership.”

 

The shamefulness of this defense goes to show that the 

institutions that were engineered by the West can only 

bend so much. The genocide in Gaza, which many 

have labeled the “live-streamed genocide,” has 

proved that if an international institution fails 

to acknowledge Israeli crimes, it will have 

no legitimacy at all in the eyes of the 

international public.

 

However, the imperialist architects of these institutions

 still wield influence - and they are exercising this

 influence in order to ensure that they still have

 the final say - no matter how messy it gets. 

 

Be that as it may, even imperialist influence cannot stop 

the global tide that is seemingly drowning the Israeli 

regime. Though Israel is no longer a signatory to 

the Rome Statute (which it left almost right after

 it initially signed it, disagreeing with population 

transfer as a war crime) - arrest warrants for its

 two top war criminals, if approved by ICC

judges, further solidifies its growing 

isolation globally.

 

Although international agencies cannot enter the Israeli 

occupation and arrest Netanyahu and Gallant, countries 

that are signatories to the Rome Statute are obliged to 

bring in criminals with arrest warrants - facing harsh 

consequences if they fail to do so.

 

Netanyahu and Gallant would be outcasts globally while 

simultaneously facing the wrath of Zionist settlers who 

are protesting weekly due to their failure to destroy 

Hamas and free Israeli captives.

 

Despite being the darlings of the West, some countries 

have expressed readiness to arrest the two Zionist 

regime officials if the arrest application is 

approved - including Norway - angering 

pro-Zionist cheerleaders and lobby 

groups across the West.

 

Meanwhile, resistance leaders Sinwar and Deif are

 in Gaza, fighting alongside the resistance in 

commanding positions - and Haniyeh is in 

Qatar, a country that is not a signatory 

to the Rome Statute.

 

All three of these esteemed men are not runaway 

criminals with no home - they are Palestinian, 

and they only wish to be in Palestine. An 

arrest warrant, though insulting, is the

 least of their concerns.

 

Victory for Palestine will not be won with a pen 

and a legal document ------ but with resistance.

 

We see the Palestinian resistance factions are still 

strong in the face of a genocidal onslaught while 

the very fabric of the settler-colonial Zionist 

society is torn apart.

 

Arrest warrants won’t change much. The reality on 

the battlefield alone will eventually determine the 

fate of Palestine and Gaza, and resistance has 

already prevailed there.

 

Musa Iqbal is a Boston-based researcher and writer 

focused on US domestic and foreign policy.

 

(The views expressed in this article don't 

necessarily.... reflect those of Press TV.)

 




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200 days of genocide: Palestinian

 resistance --- prevails over

 Israeli occupation

By Iqbal Jassat 

April 24th, 11:59am

 

Gaza’s killing fields, courtesy of the genocidal settler 

colonial regime in Tel Aviv, have now entered the 7th 

month, without any reprieve for the besieged 

territory of millions of people.

 

According to reports, 3,025 massacres have been 

perpetrated by the murderous regime between 

October 7, 2023, and April 23, 2024, with at 

least 42,510 innocent civilians mercilessly 

butchered, including 15,780 children, 

which includes those presumed 

dead under the rubble. 

 

On average, 212 people have been killed per day, incl. 79 

children and 50 women, Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor 

reported on Tuesday, marking 200 days of the no-holds-

barred onslaught on Gaza.

 

Gaza government office also released a statement on 

Tuesday, sharing grim statistics of the 200 days of 

war. An estimated 7,000 are missing under the 

rubble and more than 76,000 are injured.

 

Most of the public infrastructure has been destroyed in 

the besieged strip, including 70 percent of residential 

properties, all universities, and 33 out of 36 hospitals.

 In the occupied West Bank the Israeli army and 

settlers have killed 486 Palestinians and 

injured more than 4700 in the past 

200 days.

 

In addition, Israeli Premier Benjamin Netanyahu's evil 

famine strategy has formed part of his war cabinet's

 tactic to starve to death millions of Palestinians.

 

To compound the apartheid regime's criminal conduct,

 the corruption-laden Netanyahu falsely implicated 

the UN agency for Palestinian refugees as aiding 

and abetting "terrorists", resulting in the 

suspension of funding and a halt

 of its humanitarian aid to 

Palestinian refugees. 

 

Sadly, baseless allegations against UNRWA saw a 

shameful rush by Western governments to cut 

$450m funding at a time when "people were 

dying in droves", as described by

news media. 

 

Months later, however, the world is now told.. 

that Israeli allegations have not been proven.

 

An inquiry – a rigorous one - led by former French foreign 

minister Catherine Colonna, supported by three well-

respected research institutes, concluded that there 

was no evidence for the claim that significant 

numbers of UNRWA employees have Hamas 

or Islamic Jihad ties.

 

That this decisive conclusion by the Colonna inquiry 

refutes Israel's false claims, it is left to be seen 

whether Western governments will revert to 

funding UNRWA, thus striking a blow to 

Netanyahu’s malicious war aims. Or 

will they continue to drag their feet,

 as is the case now? 

 

Israeli genocidal war on Gaza launched on Oct. 7 last year 

completed 200 days on Tuesday, leaving behind a trail of 

death, destruction, displacement and starvation.

 

If they fail to recommence funding, Palestinians may not

 be faulted for believing that the West remains hostage 

to the Netanyahu regime's lies and vengeful genocide. 

 

Concurrently another significant report has been issued 

castigating Israel’s bloody assault on Gaza’s medical 

institutions and the denial of healthcare. The author

 is a South African doctor, Tlaleng Mofokeng, the 

UN's Special Rapporteur on the Right to Health. 

 

In her scathing report, Mofokeng emphasized her difficulty

 in gathering data on the number of people needing 

medical evacuation due to the destruction of 

civilian infrastructure.

 

But she has been absolutely clear that the world 

is witnessing “genocide” in Gaza.

 

"Not only is Israel causing irreparable harm against 

Palestinian civilians with its bombardments, but it 

and their allies are also knowingly & intentionally 

imposing famine, prolonged malnutrition, and 

dehydration,” she was quoted as saying.

 

At a press conference in Geneva, Mofokeng did not mince 

her words when she said that as a practicing medical 

doctor, she bears witness, that the very practice of 

medicine is under attack. 

 

"This has been a war on the right to health and underlying 

determinants of health. The healthcare infrastructure in 

Gaza has been completely obliterated and the right to 

health has been decimated at every level,” she said.

 

"Not only is Israel killing and causing irreparable harm 

against Palestinian civilians with its bombardments,

 it and their allies are also ...knowingly and 

intentionally, imposing famine, prolonged

 malnutrition, and dehydration."

 

Interestingly, students at many US universities, including 

the prestigious Columbia University, have emerged as a 

potent force demanding an end to complicity in Israel's 

war on Gaza. 

 

They have been protesting for days on their campuses 

despite the heavy-handedness of US police.

 

Professor Sami Al-Arian's observation about these raging 

protests on university campuses across the country 

sums it up perfectly:

 

“What's happening across US university campuses is 

unprecedented. I lived four decades in the US --- 28 

years of which were in academic settings. During 

my time, it was a very challenging struggle to 

present an anti-Zionist narrative,” he wrote 

in a post on X, formerly Twitter.

 

“But the passion, courage, humanity, creativity, and 

determination displayed these days by students 

across US campuses make me proud. The 

Zionist grip on US society is weakening 

and waning.”

 

By all accounts, it is abundantly clear that despite various 

attempts by the apartheid regime to garner and maintain

 global support for its terrorism in Gaza, it has turned 

out to be a dismal failure. 

 

Indeed, enormous resources allocated by Israel to

 overwhelm news coverage of the horrendous 

genocide from the false perspective of 

"Israel's ''right'' - to defend itself from 

terrorism", has been a fundamental

 pillar of Netanyahu’s goal to 

remain in power. 

 

As author Ralph Nader points out, throughout history, 

military empires have reduced their victims, their 

subjugated, and their abducted to a state of 

“The Others.” The political & mass media

institutions usually follow suit 

by supporting their empire’s 

predatory policies with 

slanted coverage.

 

Remarkable therefore that alongside the armed resistance 

by Palestinian freedom fighters to withstand 200 days of 

relentless bombings, the images of Gaza’s devastation

 and eyewitness accounts by medics, journalists and 

displaced families, have not allowed the Zionist

 regime to escape global outrage. 

 

Iqbal Jassat is an executive member of Media 

Review Network, Johannesburg, South Africa.

 

(The views expressed in this article ---- do 

not necessarily reflect those of Press TV)

 

 

Glory to those who pray work and struggle

for real peace --- peace with justice for all.

 

What do you think?

 

 

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Indonesia won't normalize with Israel 

because Indonesians won’t allow it

April 13th, 1:54pm

 by Dina Y. Sulaeman

 

In the last few days, Israeli media has been reporting 

about Indonesia mulling a normalization of relations 

with the Tel Aviv regime to fulfill the requirements

 for accession to The Organization for Economic 

Cooperation and Development (OECD), a 

neoliberal market-based alliance 

of countries.

 

The news - circulated at a dizzying pace on social media 

platforms and triggered a wide array of reactions from 

netizens worldwide, including in Indonesia. It wasn’t 

something they were expecting.

 

Indonesia's foreign ministry was quick to deny the reports 

in a midnight statement, saying that no such plan is in 

the offing. 

 

"I affirm that, as of now, there are no plans to establish 

diplomatic relations with Israel, particularly given 

Israel's actions in Gaza,” the ministry spokes-

person, Lalu Muhamad Iqbal, said.

 

Most people in Indonesia, I can vouch for, reject and 

condemn any plan that leads to the normalization

 of ties between the two sides or Jakarta’s 

recognition of the apartheid 

colonial entity.

 

Several notes can be taken from this frenzy. First, the 

behaviour of the Israeli media, citing anonymous 

sources, to report on Indonesia's plans to 

normalize relations with Israel. It has 

happened several times in the last 

few years.

 

Indonesia's foreign ministry has always denied such

 reports. It again denied it and then it was as if 

there was nothing more. There was no 

apology from the Israeli media, nor 

was there any criticism of the 

Israeli media from the

 Indonesian side.

 

This time, the news about Indonesia’s so-called 

normalization coincided with simmering 

regional tensions in the wake of Iran's 

vow to retaliate against the Israeli 

bombing of its consulate 

in Damascus.

 

Bombing a country's diplomatic mission is a fatal 

violation of international law and can be equated 

with bombing the country's territory. From this 

perspective, Iran has every right to retaliate.

 

So, the situation turned extremely difficult for Israel. 

Many countries issued travel advisories for the 

occupied territories while Israeli regime 

officials frantically tried to get Iran to 

"not escalate."

 

The unspecified timing of Iran's retaliation.... has caused 

psychological torture for the Israeli regime and settlers.

 In conditions like these, rumours regarding Indonesia-

Israel normalization appear to have been deliberately 

circulated by the Zionist media to reduce tensions 

----- and divert world public opinion.

 

The second point is that Indonesia's support for Palestine 

is deep-rooted. This support predates Indonesia's

 independence, so it cannot be shaken so 

easily by the Zionist propagandists.

 

In 1934, when the Palestinians fought against the British 

(at that time, Indonesia was still colonized by the Dutch), 

the clergy in Indonesia collected donations from the 

people to help Palestine.

 

It is also recorded in history that a rich Palestinian 

businessman, Muhammad Ali Taher, in 1944 

donated a large amount of money to the 

struggle for Indonesian independence.

 

In history lessons at schools, our teachers often 

repeated the phrase: "Palestine was the first 

to recognize Indonesia's independence."

 

What it actually meant is that after the proclamation of 

Indonesian independence on August 17, 1945, the

 Indonesian diplomat, M. Zein Hassan, came 

to Egypt to promote recognition of 

that independence.

 

In order to support Hassan's efforts ----- a number of 

resistance figures in the Arab world based in Cairo 

founded Lajnatud Difa'i 'an Indonesia on October 

16, 1945, including General Saleh Harb Pasha, 

Secretary General of the Arab League and 

Abdul Rahman Azzam Pasha, Chairman 

of the Palestine Committee.

 

The recommendation from the Lajnah was a resolution to 

support the Republic of Indonesia and an appeal to all 

countries, especially Arab and Islamic countries, to 

recognize the new republic.

 

After that, almost all the Arab countries recognized 

the Republic of Indonesia ----- one by one.

 

Apart from that, Indonesia initiated and hosted the Asia-

Africa Conference from 18 to April 24, 1955, the first 

conference of formerly colonized countries in the

 world whose main spirit was to liberate all the 

colonized people on earth.

 

Support for Palestinian independence was one of the 

dominant issues at this conference. Indonesia has a 

historical burden to maintain that spirit and fulfill
its promise of independence for Palestine.

 

The third point is, it needs to be acknowledged that 

there are indeed parties in Indonesia, both 

politicians and prominent figures, who 

are secretly establishing personal 

relations with Israel.

 

Indonesia's decision to submit a membership application 

to the OECD, an organization controlled by Western 

capitalist countries, instead of joining a new 

economic power that is far more promising 

for shared prosperity, namely BRICS, 

shows the dominance of the West

 in Indonesia's economic posture.

 

Membership in the OECD requires the consent of all 

members, including Israel. It is very possible that

 there are figures behind the scenes who are 

trying to normalize Indonesia-Israel for 

their interests ----- especially 

business interests.

 

However, they never expressed their intentions openly 

because it would be tantamount to political suicide. 

No politician in Indonesia would dare to commit 

suicide at this time when public sentiment is 

very strong in supporting Palestine and 

against Israel's genocidal crimes 

in Gaza.

 

Thus, it can be concluded that the rumours of 

normalization were Israeli propaganda that 

took advantage of the tendencies of a few 

parties behind the scenes -- but which 

immediately hit a wall of failure.

 

The Indonesian people will not allow that normalization

 to happen as Indonesia's first president, Sukarno, 

stated: "As long as the independence of the 

Palestinian people has not been handed 

over to the Palestinian people, the

 Indonesian people will always 

stand up ------ to challenge 

Israeli colonialism."

 

 

Dina Y. Sulaeman, is an assistant professor at the
International Relations Department, Universitas
Padjadjaran, Indonesia.

 

 

(The views expressed in this article..... do 

not necessarily reflect those of Press TV.)

 

Indonesia has filed a lawsuit against Israel at the ICJ 

over the regime’s violations of international law in 

the occupied Palestinian territories.



I remember when a CIA coup in Indonesia
resulted in every commited patriotic
communist and socialist... being
taken to a police station ---
and then slaughtered.

I bet the Indonesians remember that too.

What do you think?



 

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Zionist regime will drown in the
blood of Haniyeh’s children
and other Palestinians

by Wesam Bahrani

April 11th, 10:47am

 

The cowardly killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh’s 

three sons and four grandchildren in Gaza only 

exemplifies the fact that the murderous 

occupying entity is on a deathbed. 

 

The latest diabolic crime committed by the apartheid 

regime first and foremost shows its desperation and 

hopelessness and its inability to achieve any of the 

stated military goals it quite ambitiously outlined 

before embarking on the latest 

genocidal campaign. 

 

The regime was under the illusion that by assassinating 

the resistance leader’s family members, the Zionist

 entity might get some form of leverage at the 

negotiating table. 

 

If anything, Benjamin Netanyahu has made

 it harder for himself and his US masters. 

 

The leaders of many resistance groups in Palestine, have 

offered their sons and family members, as martyrs to the 

cause of liberating their land from the Israeli occupation. 

 

After receiving the news about the killing of his children 

and grandchildren on Wednesday night, Haniyeh 

appeared calm and composed, thanking God 

for the “honour” of bestowing martyrdom 

on his close family members. That’s

 the trait of great leaders.

 

He said almost every family in Gaza has paid a heavy price 

with the blood of their children in the past six months and 

before that, and he is only one of them.

 

Importantly, leaders of the Axis of Resistance in other 

parts of the region have also offered exemplary 

sacrifices for the greater cause, the bigger 

cause, against the aggressors. 

 

This shared legacy of sacrifice and martyrdom has only 

strengthened the steadfastness of the Axis of 

Resistance and its leaders, from Palestine,

to Lebanon, to Iraq, to Yemen. 

 

Among the most notable examples, is the son 

of Lebanese Hezbollah resistance movement 

Secretary-General, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah. 

 

18-year-old Hadi Nasrallah ---- was martyred by

the Israeli forces in 1997 in southern Lebanon. 

 

The important aspect here is the reaction and position 

of these resistance leaders when their sons or family 

members are killed by the Israeli occupation. 

 

Do they regret and repent? Do they grieve and complain?

 Does it become personal, and does that personal 

aspect make them succumb to pressure or 

give up on the cause? 

 

Unfortunately, for the apartheid Israeli regime and its 

delusional despots in Tel Aviv and Washington, the

 blood of all the resistance factions, their leaders 

and their sons and family members is the driving 

force that will eventually end the illegal and 

brutal occupation. 

 

One day, after the martyrdom of Hadi Nasrallah,

 Hezbollah’s Secretary-General delivered a 

thumping speech in which he explained 

how painful it was for him before, to 

visit the parents of the Lebanese 

resistance movement’s martyrs 

and look them in the eye. 

 

Hadi Nasrallah wasn’t the only one martyred by

 the Israeli occupation forces. Many more 

offered exemplary sacrifices. Hadi’s 

body, like those of others, was 

held by the Zionist entity. 

 

“I tell the families of the martyrs whose bodies 

remain captive --- that we also share this 

common feature now,” the Hezbollah 

chief said in September 1997. 

 

At the funeral service the same month, he added, “The 

martyrdom of Hadi is a message that the leadership of 

Hezbollah doesn’t leave aside its sons to enjoy the 

(post-occupation) future. When our sons head to 

the frontline, that is our pride, and when they 

are martyred, this allows us to hold our 

heads up high”.

 

Over the next three years, Hezbollah inflicted heavy

 battlefield casualties on the Israeli occupation, 

forcing it to withdraw from the Lebanese 

territory in 2000.... in humiliation. 

 

The Arab country regained its sovereignty, independence, 

security, and honour as a result of all the blood given by 

resistance fighters, founders, leaders, and their 

family members.

 

History is repeating itself. Now the resistance has grown 

in faith, determination as well as in military terms 

while the Israeli regime is reaching

 its dead-end. 

 

There is nothing the rogue, child-murdering Netanyahu 

regime can boast of after half a year of US-backed

 genocide in Gaza. The resistance has prevailed 

and the occupation has lost. 

 

The video that went viral showed the moment Haniyah 

(visiting wounded Palestinians at a hospital in Qatar) 

was informed, via a crying voice message on the 

'phone from Gaza--- about the killing of his three 

sons, three granddaughters and one grandson, 

without a scintilla of pain visible on the 

Hamas leader’s face --- is because this 

resistance, unlike the US and its 

proxy, has a clear vision for 

Gaza and Palestine. 

 

“God will rest their souls.” He nods his head. 

 

“Shall we end the visit?” an aide asks. 

 

“No, let’s continue” he responds. 

 

The strategy of the resistance is inked in the blood 

of its martyrs, which sends a clear message to the 

United States that it prefers martyrdom and 

dignity ----- over a life of humiliation.

 

“The enemy believes that targeting the families of the 

leaders will push them to give up the demands of our

 people,” Haniyeh said, putting up a tough front. 

 

“Anyone who believes that targeting my sons will push 

Hamas to change its position is delusional,” the 

Hamas leader hastened to add.

 

This has been the position of all resistance groups and 

their leaders in West Asia for more than four decades

 now. The principles of the cause overshadow

 personal considerations. 

 

The people of Gaza are indeed the most 

oppressed people on the planet

 right now. 

 

Yet the disinformation campaign by mainstream Western 

and some regional media that the Hamas leadership is

 enjoying a life of luxury in exile, is aimed at 

discrediting the resistance.

 

Has the same media forgotten, so quickly, that Haniyah

 is among the millions of Palestinians who have been 

arrested and served time in Israeli jails, tortured

 and abused? 

 

Was he not on the ground in Gaza when it was blown to 

pieces many times before and the founders of Hamas, 

along with many of its senior leaders, were 

assassinated by the murderous 

Zionist regime? 

 

Was it, not Haniyah who emerged from a building in Gaza 

that had been razed to the ground by an Apache 

helicopter missile 20 years ago, holding the 

lifeless body of a toddler and carrying it

 in his arms to an ambulance?

 

Haven’t his three sons and four grandchildren 

in addition to some 70 other close relatives 

been killed in Gaza since October 7? 

 

Many Western leaders know the answers to these

questions. But exposing them would expose the

US-backed Zionist war crimes in the territory. 

 

Hamas leaders now living in exile spent the majority 

of their life on the ground in Gaza and witnessed

 firsthand the movement’s spiritual leader 

Sheikh Ahmed Yassin’s assassination

 in 2004 and that of the group’s 

co-founder ------ Abdel Aziz 

al-Rantisi, after Yassin. 

 

Many want the world to believe -- that the genocidal war 

on Gaza and the wider ethnic cleansing of Palestinians 

started when the clocks of Western mainstream 

media and their military-industrial complex-

affiliated analysts decided to start it 

on October 7. 

 

All the leaders of Palestinian resistance movements have 

sacrificed their family members over the past decades to 

free their country from its Nazi-like colonial rulers. 

 

In the case of Hamas, which is leading the negotiations on 

behalf of all the Palestinian resistance factions and 

people in Gaza, the group hasn’t been deterred by 

US-made bombs to relinquish its demands for a

 permanent ceasefire, the withdrawal of all 

occupation forces from the entire strip 

and a return of all the displaced 

Palestinians to their homes. 

 

All the signs indicate that no level of ignorance on behalf

of the US and its illegitimate proxy regime in West Asia

will make the group climb down from its 

negotiating position. 

 

The prayer of the dead has been read over the bodies of

 Haniyah’s sons in Gaza, just like they were read for 

more than 33,300 others... in harsh conditions. 

 

The path to liberating occupied al-Quds and al-Aqsa

 Mosque is a marathon, not a sprint. But the finish

 line is within reach and will be crossed by the

 resistance, their leaders, and their 

family members. 

 

 

Wesam Bahrani - is an Iraqi 

journalist and commentator.

 

(The views expressed in this article..... do 

not necessarily reflect those of Press TV.)

 

 

I believe this moment shows

who loves --- and who is a

liar, thief and murderer.

 

Which... are you?

 




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Wounds Left -- by NATO Attack on 

Yugoslavia Persist After 25 Years

March 26th,  2:22pm 

(teleSUR)

 

On March 24, 1999, North Atlantic Treaty Organization 

(NATO) started an aerial bombing campaign against 

Yugoslavia without the authorization of the United 

Nations Security Council (UNSC). 

 

During the 78-day bombings, Serbia lost thousands 

of policemen, soldiers, and civilians, and suffered 

immense damage to its transport and 

energy infrastructure.

 

Among NATO's targets were houses and apartment 

buildings, schools, hospitals, even kindergartens, 

while the weapons deployed included missiles 

containing depleted uranium & cluster bombs.

 

Three Chinese reporters, including one from 

Xinhua, were killed - during bombardments 

against the Chinese embassy in Belgrade.

 

Serbian people mark March 24 as Remembrance Day for 

the Victims of NATO Aggression by laying wreaths or 

framed photos of their loved ones whose lives have

 been taken either directly by NATO's projectiles or 

indirectly by chaos and ethnic conflict, largely 

instigated by NATO.

 

This year, the ceremony of the remembrance day was held 

at the main square of Prokuplje, a city some 250 km south 

of Belgrade, in the presence of President Aleksandar 

Vucic, government officials, policemen, soldiers,

 and thousands of civilians.

 

UNANSWERED QUESTIONS

 

Verica Tomanovic, president of the Association of Families

of Kidnapped & Missing Persons in Kosovo and Metohija -
recalled the arduous journey of hundreds of families. 

 

Representing 570 families -- who are still pining for their 

loved ones, her life journey over the past 25 years has 

been an unrelenting quest for truth and justice.

 

"Every passing day becomes heavier," said Tomanovic. In 

a poignant retelling of her personal tragedy, she shared

 the story of her husband Andrija, a dedicated doctor, 

and head of the surgical department in Pristina, 

whose life was abruptly halted by abduction.

 

"The assurances of NATO officials... about safety and 

security crumbled as violence engulfed the region. 

People were targeted and killed on the streets 

based on ethnic affiliation," recalled 

Tomanovic, her voice filled

 with sorrow.

 

Despite promises of protection, her husband became 

a victim of the conflict, abducted in broad daylight 

while bystanders, including NATO soldiers,

 looked on.

 

"He was a man of deep empathy," she said, explaining how

 her husband stayed at his post, out of dedication to his 

profession. The abduction of her husband, amidst the 

chaos following the NATO intervention, remains an

 open wound. With each passing year, the 

pain deepens.

 

Verica Tomanovic's relentless quest for truth --- has led her 

to the doors of international institutions, seeking answers 

that seem perpetually elusive. "We demand that the truth 

be uncovered," she said, clutching letters addressed to 

world leaders.

 

She mourns the absence of humanitarian rights, in Kosovo 

and Metohija, where, despite tireless appeals to domestic 

and international bodies, answers remain beyond reach, 

"without exhumations, without identification, 

without accountability."

 

Standing amidst walls - adorned with the faces of hundreds 

of kidnapped or missing individuals, including her husband 

Andrija, her determination remains unwavering after a

 quarter of a century. "We have the right to know

 the truth," she said.

 

TOXIC LEGACY

 

With similar unwavering determination, Srdjan Aleksic, a 

lawyer from Nis, leads the charge in seeking redress for 

the victims of depleted uranium contamination, a

legacy of warfare ---- that has left a trail of 

devastation in its wake.

 

Born in Bustranje, a village nestled within the Presevo 

municipality, Aleksic's personal connection to the 

plight of his community runs deep. His mother, 

relatives, and neighbours succumbed to the 

ravages of cancer ------ a consequence of 

depleted uranium exposure during the 

78 days of relentless bombardments.

 

For Aleksic, the pursuit of justice transcends legal 

advocacy; it is a deeply personal crusade. With 

over 4,000 individuals seeking solace and 

restitution --- through his legal counsel, 

Aleksic stands as a beacon of hope 

for those afflicted by the 

silent killer.

 

There were two analyses conducted in Turin, Italy, which 

confirmed that Colonel Dragan Stojcic of the Serbian 

Army and Ksenija Tadic --- have 500 times more 

depleted uranium in their bodies than in

 any other person, Aleksic said.

 

Colonel Dragan Stojcic, a respected member of the 

Serbian Army, tragically died from three types of 

cancer, underscoring the dire consequences 

of the toxic legacy.

 

Collaborating with legal counterparts in Italy, where 

landmark judgments have been handed down over 

the illness of Italian peacekeepers, who spent 

time in Kosovo, Aleksic aims to replicate 

their success --- in Serbia.

 

"If we have in Italy --------- 400 cases with final, confirmed 

judgments, where they managed to prove the causality, 

and this was confirmed by the Supreme Court of Italy - 

why wouldn't we do the same in Serbia?" said Aleksic.

 

The use of depleted uranium is a war crime against 

civilians, said Aleksic. With its enduring half-life of

 4.5 billion years, the toxic legacy of depleted 

uranium continues to cast a shadow over

 future generations.

 

CRIPPLED INTERNATIONAL LAW

 

"It's evident that on that fateful day ------ justice was 

undermined, and fairness was compromised," said

 Milos Vucevic, Serbian deputy prime minister and 

minister of defense, during the international 

conference "From Aggression to New Just 

Order" held in Belgrade, on the occasion 

of the 25th anniversary of the bombing.

 

"From the onset of terrorist attacks and NATO aggression 

to the present day ------ we've witnessed numerous

 humanitarian catastrophes - stemming from 

the pursuit of power and the delusion of 

one's supremacy, a delusion that 

disregards eternal truths --- 

namely, that justice will 

inevitably prevail," 

he said.

 

Speaking at the conference, Nikola Selakovic..... minister in 

charge of veteran affairs condemned NATO intervention as 

"a crime against the then Federal Republic of Yugoslavia."

 

"The balance sheet of this entire period --- is marked by 

hundreds of killed, missing, hundreds of thousands of 

exiles and displaced persons, dozens of destroyed 

and burned churches and monasteries, crimes 

without punishment," said Selakovic.

 

Everything raises the question of whether the aggression 

that began on March 24, 1999, really ended on June 10 

of that year .....or is still ongoing, he added.

 

 

Col. Douglas McGregor - who often pontificates

on Youtube - used depleted uranium shells 

in Iraq - and swears that the evidence is 

''unconvincing'' that depleted uranium 

causes any harm...

 

I can forgive him... but what do you think?

 

 

 

_________________________________________




Gabbard: the truth about biolabs in 

Ukraine --- is equated to treason

in the US

March 26th, 2024

(source -- Tucker Carlson

Network retold by InoTV)

 

TULSI GABBARD, former U.S. Congressman: Over the past 

five years, it has become increasingly clear to me that 

many people, especially in the Democrat Party, 

particularly in Washington, do not value

 the constitution at all.

 

You know, I think that the last five years have played a key 

role. After all, if you look, for example, at what happened 

during COVID, as a starting point… At the federal and 

state and county levels, in many places, these 

people, having gained a little power, took 

advantage of the situation --- and they

continued to abuse their powers, 

so it was absurd.

 

It's absurd when they say: "For the sake of public safety, 

everyone should stay at home, you can't go to church, 

you can't even hold services in the open air, for 

example, in Hawaii on the beach. But if you're 

hosting a * it's above and beyond the public 

health and safety concerns we've 

discussed. So that's fine."

 

The politically motivated decisions that were made in the 

midst of "the greatest epidemic of our time," as it was 

called, in my opinion, opened many people's eyes to 

the fact that all this was just for the sake of power, 

and how little importance these people attached 

to such things as freedom, civil rights, and our 

ability to make our own choices.

 

Yes.

 

TULSI GABBARD: And ----- under the Biden and Harris 

administrations, the situation has only gotten worse. 

I'm talking about how they undermined the rule of 

law — and continue to undermine it to this day. 

About how readily they directly or indirectly 

censored, blacklisted --- and denigrated --- 

ordinary Americans across the country. If 

it so happens that you object to them — 

aboutCOVID or about other things… 

 

In my opinion, the reason Mitt Romney called me a 

"lying traitor" was my words that there are biolabs

in Ukraine funded by the United States, the US 

Department of Defense, and we need to take 

care of their security, because there are 

military operations. And what neither 

we nor the world really needs is a 

leak from these biolabs -- which 

could pose a threat to people. 

It was perceived...

 

I should note that these were not your guesses…

 

TULSI GABBARD: No.

 

In any case, this was confirmed publicly: Deputy Secretary

 of State Victoria Nuland voluntarily spoke about it in the 

Senate, in front of the cameras, answering a question 

from Florida Senator Marco Rubio, the current 

Republican senator.

 

TULSI GABBARD: Yes. And this was written on the website 

of the Ministry of Defense. It spoke about the long history 

of funding these laboratories, not only in Ukraine, but 

also in many other countries around the world.

 

Of course! Because US laws don't apply there! So they 

can… And this is clearly research in the field of 

biological weapons. But I don't think you said 

anything about that. You basically just

 repeated what the Undersecretary 

of State said in the Senate!

 

TULSI GABBARD: Yes.

 

And then a creature like Mitt Romney denounced

 you as a traitor to the motherland.

 

TULSI GABBARD: Yes.

 

What do you think of him? What's going on, why is he 

so committed to lying that he's willing to destroy 

your reputation?

 

TULSI GABBARD: He is part of the neoconservative and 

neoliberal establishment in Washington, which poses 

an immediate threat to our republic, our democracy, 

and our freedom, and because of which I decided 

to leave the Democrat Party. Seeing these people

… And yes, I understand that he is a Republican, 

but he took the same position as Hillary Clinton 

and many other Democrats ----- who don't care 

about our country.

 

That'sit all comes down to. They don't care about our 

country. I have asked Mitt Romney to respond, and I 

have sent him a legal letter demanding an answer 

regarding his allegations — for the very reason 

we discussed. After all, I am a serving officer

 in the US Army, and what he, as a US 

senator, accuses me of is a crime 

that is punishable by death. And 

if you make such accusations, 

as he made --- in the social 

network, which was then

 called Twitter, you better 

back them up with 

something!

 

In general, if you look at it from the outside, it is obvious 

that Mitt Romney is emotionally a child. He wasn't 

exactly a genius... In general, he is not a genius, 

let's just say. And at the same time, within the 

framework of our economy, he earned 

hundreds of millions of dollars. So 

what does this ---- actually tell us 

about --- our economy? How can 

such a person get so incredibly 

rich here? It turns out, that 

something is wrong at the 

system level, isn't it?

 

TULSI GABBARD: Yes. Yes. I think there's a whole, huge 

one here... This will probably be the subject of my next 

book. We are talking about a military industrial 

complex, but there is also a corporate 

industrial complex.

 

Definitely.

 

TULSI GABBARD: I am, of course, for capitalism,

 but when you see these monopolies...

 

Yes, this is not capitalism.

 

This is not capitalism at all. When you see how many 

small businesses are suffering because of excessive 

government regulation... And they (TULSI GABBARD: 

corporate industrial complex — InoTV) can afford to 

allocate millions, tens of millions of dollars to 

lobbyists, to provide services to politicians, 

so that they, in turn, create loopholes that

 would contribute to the prosperity of 

their business, while making a large 

part of small businesses in our 

country a bargaining chip...

 

Exactly...

 

TULSI GABBARD: ... and by destroying competition — the 

real competition on which capitalism is based, in fact,

real competition in our country. And that's why 

people like Mitt Romney have made so much

money here. This is the reason.

 

He's behaving so shamefully... It's hard to believe that 

there really is such a person... but it is there. So how 

did he end up reacting to your words?

 

TULSI GABBARD: He didn't react at all. 

His silence was...

 

He didn't react at all?

 

TULSI GABBARD:at all — not in terms of responding to 

my lawyer, not in terms of responding on Twitter, or 

in any other way... Which didn't really surprise me.

 

How dishonest is this behaviour.

 

TULSI GABBARD: Yeah, that's right. This is true. This is
true... I am so grateful — and I really consider it a 

privilege — for the opportunity to serve our 

country in uniform. April will be my 21st 

year of service. I am grateful for the 

opportunity to serve now, as a 

company commander - which 

allows me to work with the 

wonderful representatives 

of the American people...

from all over our country 

who love it to the core. 

 

The sacrifice is not small — and for those who are on 

active duty, and for those who are in reserve. And 

we are going to do this for a certain reason...

 

And it stems from our strong love for our country. And when 

such a person makes such accusations... this, of course, 

touches a nerve. And it's not just about me... The real

 reason I challenged him here is this... When people 

like Mitt Romney and Hillary Clinton make such 

accusations, they call me a "traitor" or a 

"Russian agent"or a" Putin puppet.".. 

this isn't really about me... The 

point is in their message to all 

military personnel in our 

country ------- and to all 

Americans in general: 

 

"If you dare to criticize us, 

we will deal with you..."

 




and they do it by destroying

your reputation, so people

will shun you.

 

Good for Tucker allowing

her a platform... but will

it really help her?

 

What do you think?

 




_________________________________

 



Russian lawmakers call on UN:
to hold NATO responsible for 

the bombing of Yugoslavia

March 20th, 1:24pm (TASS) 

 

The Russian Federation Council (the upper chamber of the

 parliament) adopted the address of the Russian Federal 

Assembly (parliament) to the UN, parliaments of the 

world, and inter-parliamentary organizations in 

regards to the 25th anniversary of the NATO 

aggression against Yugoslavia, calling it to 

condemn this illegal military operation -

 and bring the perpetrators to justice.

 

"The Chambers of the Federal Assembly of the Russian

 Federation call on the United Nations, international 

parliamentary organizations and parliaments of 

foreign states to condemn the NATO military 

operation against Yugoslavia -- to counter 

the attempts to distort the historic truth

 about the tragic events of 1999 in the

 interest of the collective West ------ to 

take measures to bring the NATO

 member states to international 

legal responsibility for its 

aggression against the 

Federal Republic of 

Yugoslavia," the 

address says.

 

The lawmakers note --- ''that it is necessary to call things as

they are, in this case - ''a blatant violation of international 

law," which led to the destabilization of the Organization 

for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) --- and 

negatively affected relations between European 

countries." 

 

The Federation Council and the State Duma, expressed 

their deep concerns, over the continued attempts -----
to present the act of aggression against Yugoslavia 

as a peacekeeping operation to the international 

community ---- to forget the victims of NATO 

bombings, and to shift the responsibility

for initiating the wars in the Balkans, 

on to the Serbs.

 

"Between March and June of 1999, NATO member states’ 

barbaric missile and bomb strikes ------ against civilian 

infrastructure - including transportation and energy -

as well as industrial enterprises --- killed over 2,000 

Yugoslavian civilians, including dozens of children.

About 2,300 cruise missiles and 14,000 bombs 

were dropped on a small sovereign state - in 

the middle of Europe," Russian lawmakers 

noted.

 

They also noted that NATO troops used depleted uranium 

munitions en masse, which caused irreparable damage

 to the environment and caused a rise in cancer cases 

in the region. Furthermore, it is still impossible to
fully assess the scale of the ecological
catastrophe, the document says.

 

The lawmakers believe that the impunity of NATO strikes 

at Yugoslavia created conditions for new force actions 

around the world under the guise of fighting "for the

values of ...freedom and democracy."

 

"The collective West’s conviction of its own impunity - and its 

right to decide the fates of other peoples and states - has 

led to the nurturing of the neo-Nazi regime in Ukraine, 

which, after the 2014 coup d’etat, embarked on a 

genocidal policy course --- against the Russian 

population - and towards imitating an armed 

conflict in this country," the document says.

 

 

Yes, Clinton was not just a sleazy criminal

at home, but an unrepentent war criminal

abroad ----- what do you think, should be

his fate?

 

 

_________________________________________




Ahead of Japan -- how Russia can
become -- one of the four largest
economies in the world by 2030


by Vladimir Tsegoev &

Ksenia Chemodanova

March 14th, 6:38pm

(RT.ru)

 

In January 2024 --- the Russian economy grew by 4.6% at 

once, and weekly inflation has gone to zero since March, 

President Vladimir Putin said. According to him -- the

 observed trends create the basis for fulfilling the 

strategic tasks set for the authorities. 

 

Earlier, the head of state announced the launch of five new 

national projects: "Family", "Long and active life", "Youth 

of Russia", "Personnel" and "Data Economy". 

 

The implementation of these initiatives is expected to help

 improve the demographic situation and strengthen the

 country's technological sovereignty. In addition, 

Vladimir Putin stated the need to bring Russia 

from the 5th to the 4th place in the ranking 

of the world's largest economies --- 

by 2030. Experts also consider 

this goal achievable.

 

Since the beginning of 2024, Russia's economic growth has 

accelerated compared to 2023, while the rise in prices of 

goods and services in the country, on the contrary, has

 slowed down. This was announced on Thursday, 

March 14, by President Vladimir Putin at a

 meeting with the government.

 

"Inflation is stabilizing — in February it was 0.7%, in the 

first couple of weeks of this month, inflation went to 

zero. It is clear that in weekly terms, this is all very

 approximate, everything is volatile, but never-

theless it is as it is. The economy grew by 

4.6% in January. GDP growth last year 

was 3.6%. In general --- it is very 

satisfactory, a good indicator," 

Putin said.

 

According to the Ministry of Economic Development, strong

 growth is observed in most industries. For example, 

construction work in January increased by 3.9%

 in annual terms, the volume of paid services to 

the population - by 6.2%, the manufacturing

 industry - by 7.5%, and wholesale and 

retail trade - by 9.1%. At the same 

time, the unemployment rate 

fell from 3% to 2.9%.

 

The observed dynamics give reason to believe that all the 

previously announced strategic plans of Russia for the

 coming years are feasible, Vladimir Putin believes. 

For this purpose, according to the Russian 

leader, the country has created a 

"fairly stable base".

 

"Specific goals are set in the field of demography, 

healthcare, education, upbringing of children 

and youth, and personnel training. Specific 

tasks are outlined -- to strengthen the 

country's technological sovereignty 

and create new digital platforms, 

improve the cities, and rural 

settlements --- and develop 

transport, and other infra-

structure..... We need to 

start this immediately" 

the Head of state 

stressed.

 

Recall that on February 29, as part of his address to the

 Federal Assembly, the president announced the launch 

of five new national projects: "Family", "Long and 

active life", "Youth of Russia", "Personnel" and 

"Data Economy". 

 

These initiatives, are aimed at raising the birth rate
and increasing the average life span of Russians, 

supporting the younger generation, as well 

as combating labour shortages, and 

creating digital platforms ------ in
key sectors of the economy.

 

These new national projects have a pronounced social

 character - and are mostly designed to help Russia 

overcome the demographic crisis. This point of 

view was expressed in an interview with RT 

by Georgy Ostapkovich, director of the 

Centre for Market Research at the 

HSE Institute for Statistical 

Research and Knowledge

 Economics.

 

"Our population decreases by 500-600 thousand people

every year. Therefore, the main funding in social 

programs is directed to demography, fertility, 

education.. and healthcare. Human capital 

is the foundation --- of economic growth. 

A highly competent & healthy person, 

of course -- will create innovations, 

apply new management schemes, 

which will have a positive impact 

on the economy," the specialist 

explained.

 

At the same time, along with investments in human capital, 

the country's authorities plan to pay special attention to 

the development of artificial intelligence in the coming 

years. Head of the Ministry of Economic Development
Maxim Reshetnikov, said yesterday, today... Russia is
already among the top 10 leading countries in terms
of computing power ----- and the overall level of AI 

implementation in priority areas of the economy
--- exceeds 31%.

 

The technology itself, according to the Minister, makes it 

possible to increase labour productivity - by optimizing 

processes, reducing costs -- and improving product 

quality. This --- in turn --- also helps to solve the 

problem of personnel shortages, 

Reshetnikov is sure.

 

"The main thing now ---- is to maintain the trend towards 

the introduction( of AI. - RT), to ensure mass use and 

replication of the technology in industries. Due to 

its scale, this is the government's task," the 

head of the Ministry of Energy added.

 

"Moving forward is inevitable"

 

In addition to the implementation of five new national 

projects - Vladimir Putin previously outlined to the

authorities, another strategic goal for Russia — 

to be one of the four largest economies in the 

world -- in terms of purchasing power parity 

(PPP) - in six years. The government also 

considers achieving this goal feasible - 

as First Deputy Prime Minister Andrey 

Belousov said, at a meeting with 

the president.

 

"The Russian economy ------ ranks fifth in terms of gross 

domestic product.. in terms of PPP. Our calculations 

show, that Russia can become the 4th economy in

 the world, ahead of Japan, provided that growth

 remains stable... at least 2% per year, with a 

gradual acceleration to 3%, by the end of

 the period. In total for the period up to

 2030, the country's GDP should be 

increased by about 20%," 

Belousov said.

 

According to him, it is possible to achieve the intended

result ------- at the expense of five mechanisms. These

include... increasing labour productivity, increasing 

investment, increasing non-primary exports in the 

markets of friendly countries, supporting small 

and medium-sized businesses ----- and 

developing import substitution.

 

Let's explain: GDP at purchasing power parity is the total 

value of all goods and services produced, calculated by 

taking into account differences in the level of prices 

and exchange rates in different countries. It is 

believed that this indicator better reflects

 the real situation in the economy.

 

"Simply put, the indicator shows how many units of the

 same product can be bought in each country for the

same amount, for example, for a dollar. This is a 

relative indicator that reflects the availability 

of goods and services to the population -- 

based on their income. Leading world 

economists use it to assess the real 

picture of the quality of life of the 

population" ------ Andrey Loboda, 

economist, & communications

director at BitRiver, explained

 to RT.

 

According to the World Bank, from 2016 to 2020, China, the

US, India, Japan and Germany, continuously remained the 

5 largest economies in the world in terms of PPP, while 

Russia occupied only the sixth line. However, in 2021,

 the Russian Federation was able to bypass Germany 

and has recently been closing the gap with Japan.

 

"Today, Russia is the fifth largest country in the world, and

 further progress is inevitable. We can indeed become the 

4th, but this will depend not only on the growth of our 

economy, but also.... on the situation in Japan. If, in 

addition to the objectively slowing growth of the 

economy in Japan... interest rates also start to 

rise, then next year the country can definitely 

expect at best stagnation, and at worst — a

recession. Russia needs to take advantage

of this," Loboda said.

 

 

If I was a relatively young man,

I would join the increasing 

numbers of Westerners

moving to Russia.

 

What do you think? 

 

 

_______________________________




Fearful Electioneering ------- Turbo 

Charges Western Warmongering

March 8th, 2024

(strategic-culture.su Editorial)

 

Western political leaders, are digging a 

deeper hole for their eventual collapse.

 

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Contact us: info@strategic-culture.su

 

Western states are facing an acute political crisis,

 whereby their established governing parties and 

leaders are fighting for survival amid a grave

 loss in legitimacy in the eyes of 

their electorates.

 

In the United States, incumbent President Joe Biden

is vying for reelection in November with historically 

the lowest poll numbers ever, for an occupant of

 the White House.

 

Meanwhile, across the EU, governing parties and 

leaders are braced for a drubbing from the

parliamentary elections in June.

 

The roots of this unprecedented loss of legitimacy among 

Western political establishments are manifold. But surely 

one cause is the rank hypocrisy of Western leaders that 

has now been laid bare. How can political figures 

expect to have any moral authority when they 

are seen to be inveterate liars and 

shamelessly corrupt?

 

Western governments and their servile media lecture about

 “democracy”, “human rights” --- and upholding “law and 

order”. They claim to be motivated by such principles 

in their support of Ukraine against alleged Russian 

aggression. Yet these same governments - are 

complicit in the genocide of Palestinians in 

Gaza - through their unwavering support

 for the Israeli regime.

 

Western leaders have been fatally exposed and 

compromised by the conflict in Ukraine and 

Gaza. The contradiction - is terminal.

 

That’s not just because of the blatant double standards 

& duplicity. Western voters are increasingly disgusted 

by the relentless financial and military support 

funneled into Ukraine to prop up a scamming

 regime comprised of NeoNazi ideologues.

 

Under Joe Biden - and the incumbent European politicians, 

the West has flooded Ukraine with weapons and hundreds 

of billions of dollars in what is the biggest war racket ever.

 

This is while Western populations, workers, farmers, and 

businesses are hard-pressed with numerous social and 

economic burdens.

 

Western governing parties are rightly seen as elitist and

 serving powerful minority oligarchic interests such as 

the military-industrial-corporate-financial nexus. 

Their declared vows about democracy are a 

contemptible joke.

 

The war in Ukraine is increasingly understood by voters to 

be a disastrous proxy war of choice - that was pushed by 

U.S. and Western imperial objectives to confront Russia.

 

Despite the squandering of public money to propagate the 

war, the U.S.-led NATO axis has lost its “great game”. The

 proxy war has devastated Ukraine, causing up to 500,000

 military deaths in two years, as well as destabilizing the 

rest of Europe from increased migration, fiscal impact, 

deindustrialization, and the shattering of 

agricultural industries.

 

Western populations are furious with their political leaders

 for having inflicted such chaos and waste of resources –

 as well as wantonly provoking tensions in international 

relations with Russia. Western politicians have pushed 

the world to the brink of an all-out war between 

nuclear powers. All this crazed folly, is based 

on utter lies and deception  ---- as the horror 

of Gaza and Western complicity illustrates.

 

In this cauldron of electoral revolt, Western political 

leaders are only digging a deeper hole for their 

eventual collapse.

 

US President Joe Biden in his State of the Union address 

this week -------- made a disingenuous pitch to voters. He
portrayed the world as facing an existential crisis from

 Russian “tyranny” and simultaneously claimed the 

fate of US democracy was under threat from his 

election rival Donald Trump.

 

In a dangerous, and desperate move, Biden is conflating 

Trump with alleged Russian aggression. The Democrat 

president is fighting for his political survival against 

Republican presumptive nominee Trump primarily 

because Biden is so deeply unpopular among 

US citizens. To boost his election prospects, 

Biden is making out that the country is 

facing an “inflection point” - that 

requires a rejection of Trump 

because he is “bowing 

down” to Russia.

 

Trump and many within the Republican Party 

are opposed to continuing the proxy war in 

Ukraine, recognizing that it is futile.

 

Biden and the Democrats, who are more aligned with the 

U.S. foreign policy establishment, are therefore trying to 

make the election about an existential “defense of 

world democracy and peace”.

 

 Biden claimed in his State of the Union address - that if the 

U.S. does not supply Ukraine with another $60 billion more 

in military aid then Russia will overrun the rest of Europe.

 Biden even invoked the memory of Roosevelt 

supposedly facing down Nazi Germany 

in 1941.

 

Meanwhile, in Europe, the same warmongering high-stakes 

ruse --- is being pushed by French President Emmanuel 

Macron. Macron, is calling for the deployment of NATO 

ground troops in Ukraine to prevent a Russian victory 

and an alleged threat to the rest of Europe.

 

The French head of state has become almost hysterical in 

recent weeks with war talk. He told other French political 

leaders this week that there would be “no limits” to 

France’s support for Ukraine against Russia.

 

What’s lying behind Macron’s belligerent rhetoric are his 

fears of political defeat --- from opposition parties in the 

forthcoming EU parliamentary elections. It is not just 

Macron who is anxious. All incumbent European 

leaders are dreading an expected widespread

 revolt by the electorate.

 

That is why the French president and his ruling-class ilk

 like European Commission President Ursula von der 

Leyen and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz are 

seeking to dominate the public narrative 

with war talk and the alleged danger 

of Russian expansionism.

 

The irony is that the more the Western establishments

 pursue militarism and war in Ukraine, the worse their 

states become from economic mismanagement, and 

the more their legitimacy sinks into the gutter. They 

are seen more and more as a warmongering clique

 that has not a shred of ethical concern because 

of their reckless warmongering in Ukraine and 

their despicable complicity in the genocide

 in Gaza.

 

Elections in Western states are over-rated. As the saying 

goes, if voting changed anything ------ it would have been 

banned -- years ago. The array of current opposition 

figures and parties facing incumbents is not going

 to deliver any solutions to the endemic problems 

of Western systemic failure. Nevertheless, the 

forthcoming U.S. presidential election and the 

European parliamentary ballots are shaping 

up to deliver grievous blows of repudiation 

to the political establishments.

 

To offset the political doomsday, charlatan Western leaders

 like Biden, Macron, Scholz, and Von der Leyen are doing

 their last-ditch best to talk up war with Russia and the 

“threat to democracy” -- as a way to burnish their 

electioneering efforts. But such cynicism is not 

turbocharging their prospects. It will backfire.

 

The U.S.-led NATO proxy war in Ukraine is facing an 

historic debacle.. from defeat. But that makes the 

desperate reaction by Western incumbents 

scurrying for political survival, a 

dangerous time --- in the next 

few months.

 

 

Break out the popcorn!

Exciting times, I think..

 

How about you?

 

 

___________________________



3 scenarios - for the 

future of Ukrainians

March 6th, 6am

(Vesti.ru)

 

Viktor Medvedchuk, Chairman of the Council of the 

Other Ukraine movement, discusses possible 

future scenarios for Ukraine, in his column

for the We Are Watching media platform.

 

"Today, the forecast of the future of Ukrainians is 

connected not only with Ukraine, but also with 

the future configuration of the entire political 

architecture in Europe, the global security 

system, and therefore it is extremely 

important to make it.'' 

 

''At the same time, there is no need to guess on coffee

grounds, because there are economic, military and 

social processes that - if properly analyzed - will 

give us the most likely result, especially since 

there are only three possible scenarios, in 

our opinion.''

 

Ukraine – a military battering ram for Russia

 

''The scenario when Ukraine becomes for Russia about 

the same as Israel for the Arab world, has long been

implemented. Israel maintains a military presence 

of the collective West in the Middle East, for 

which it receives... generous funding. It is 

according to this scheme, that Zelensky

is building the future of Ukraine.''

 

''The scheme of interaction is quite simple – the West 

provides weapons and funding, Ukraine - soldiers 

and bridgeheads -- for the offensive. As in the 

case of Israel, a complete military takeover 

of its neighbours, is not expected. They 

just need to create problems, weaken 

them and force them to be compliant 

with the envoys of the West ---- who 

play the role of "good policemen".'' 

 

''It is this role that Biden is now hypocritically playing 

when he tries to "reason" with the "intractable" 

Netanyahu. All this - is nothing more than

 a cheap concert - for the public.''

 

''Zelensky's criminal regime has accepted this scenario, as 

the only one and a working one, but the problem is, that it 

has confused Ukraine with Israel. The provocateur state 

should be much smaller than modern Ukraine, much

smaller, even with the loss of territories today. It's 

all about the economy: a huge Ukraine cannot 

always be kept on the balance sheet of the 

West, it will be rational to have only a few 

regions. In this case, Western assistance 

will be sufficient -- to fulfill the tasks of 

destabilizing the region.''

 

''Therefore, the loss of territories in this scenario is a natural

process. Zelenskiy needs more soldiers, weapons, and 

finances to hold onto vast swathes of Ukraine. In Kiev, 

they really believe that the resources of the US and 

NATO are unlimited, and they do not understand 

why they are given so little. And, in the West, 

sober heads understand that the politicians 

have miscalculated ---- and that the funds 

invested in Zelensky will never pay off.''

 

''Zelensky acts like a typical post-Soviet rogue manager – 

he defended the project, received funding, and doesn't 

understand..... why any result is required of him. 

Zelensky's task is not to win on the battlefield,

especially not to defend his country, but to 

raise money around the world and get 

hysterical if they don't give, or don't 

give enough.''

 

''This whole scenario ----- is untenable either economically,

militarily, or politically. Economically, it implies eternal 

endless financing by the collective West of Ukraine - 

which is simply impossible due to the fact that the

war undermines the economy. In the US, they

realized this ----- and are trying to push the 

burden of financing the war onto the EU: 

ideally, to incite Germany or France to 

attack Russia.''

 

''But if financing Ukraine, is a heavy burden for the US, then 

the EU will not be able to fund it, even if Washington orders 

it. The lion's share of the EU's economic growth has been 

built on economic cooperation with Russia. Now none of 

this is happening, Europe is weakening.... losing its 

competitiveness and markets.''

 

''The situation is even worse militarily. Israel confronts

countries --- that do not have a developed military-

industrial complex, especially nuclear weapons.

And Russia --- has both an advanced military-

industrial complex --- and a modern army.''

 

"If we are strong with weapons, we will not lose this war. 

We will win," Zelensky said, "Because all Putin's steps
back, daily steps back, will definitely have a big
impact on his society. And then he will think
about internal security." 

 

''Such rhetoric has a lot of flaws. First, Zelensky himself, is 

taking steps back, since the counteroffensive has turned 

into a retreat. Secondly, Russia has its own weapons, 

but Ukraine does not, so it is necessary to beg for 

them somewhere and have an eternal shortage 

of them. And, third, it's time for Zelenskiy to 

think about internal security himself --- as 

the scandal with his presidential powers 

is brewing, mass discontent of the 

military and civilians, and his 

rating -- is rapidly falling.''

 

''Politically, Zelenskiy has nothing to offer - but war. Neither 

the EU, nor NATO, nor our own people. The 2019 elections

showed that the Ukrainian people do not need a war

president. But Zelensky, did not have the will, 

intelligence, or professionalism to become 

a president of the world. He understands 

---- that any peace will ruin his political 

career. And any war - ends in peace.''

 

Ukraine – part of Russia

 

''This scenario is also already being implemented - and

successfully. A fifth of Ukrainian lands went under
the control of the Russian Federation. In 2021
I wrote about this --- warning Zelensky,
who did not heed the advice:

 

"The very policy of a mono-national state implies the

surrender of citizens and territories. The policy of 

a mono-national state, cannot achieve the main 

goal, both at the current stage of the country's 

development and at future stages, namely, to 

"stitch" the country around a common idea,

to return regions.. that were not controlled 

by official Kiev -------- to convince (Russian

speaking) residents that Ukraine is their 

home and they are welcome here. And

in no way - is the construction of a 

mono-national state with militant 

Ukrainization, capable of 

returning Donbass to 

Ukraine, or Ukraine

to Donbass."

 

''Even then, it was clear that Zelensky would not return any 

territories, and he would still lose a lot of territories. But 

the loss of territories is an optimistic scenario for him, 

and a more realistic one --- is the complete and 

irrevocable loss of statehood.'' 

 

"As for the behaviour of this Kiev clique," Dmitry Medvedev 

said recently, "at least, this is short-sighted, because they

simply alienate some people, even those who were loyal 

to their government until recently. This looks monstrous 

--- because we are talking about countering the entire 

Russian culture --- and our common path. They are

demolishing monuments, and we did not even 

think of such a thing! Ukrainians -- with the 

exception of outright Nazis and Bandera 

members -- have always been treated 

with respect, in our country. I'm not 

even talking about the classics: 

Shevchenko, Lesya Ukrainka, 

or Gogol, who is one of the 

outstanding Russian & 

Ukrainian writers."

 

''And no matter what Western propaganda claims, the

Ukrainians in the new territories made their choice

in favour of Russia. The West accuses Russia 

of aggression, but it is in Russia that most

Ukrainian citizens seek salvation.''

 

''They are driven to Russia by the insane and criminal 

policies of the Zelensky regime, but once they 

become Russian citizens, they may well 

return home, because then they will 

not be threatened by this regime.'' 

 

''Therefore, if Ukraine ceases to exist on the map, it will 

be primarily the merit of Zelensky and his pack, who 

surrendered the interests of their country long 

before the fighting --- and continue to move 

unrestrainedly, in this direction.''

 

Last chance for Ukraine

 

''Russia constantly gives Ukraine a chance to survive as a 

state. So, the Permanent Representative of the Russian 

Federation, Vasily Nebenzia, at a meeting of the UN 

Security Council said: "I want to emphasize that 

it is still possible to preserve Ukraine in some 

form, but -- it should be a peaceful, neutral 

Ukraine, where there is no discrimination 

and Russophobia, where Nazi criminals 

are not glorified and from which there

is no threat to Russia. It is precisely 

to achieve these goals - that our 

SVO is directed."

 

"It is precisely to achieve these goals, that the goals
of our special military operation are aimed," the
diplomat continued.

''Therefore, the choice is up to the collective West 
---- whether we will need to fight to the end, or
common sense will prevail in Washington,
London and Brussels and at least they
will try to save something
from Ukraine.'' 

 

''Any conflict ends --- sooner or later. The same thing, we 

are sure, awaits the conflict in Ukraine. Of course, the

 longer it drags on, because of Kiev's Western policy, 

the more unfavorable the peace conditions will be
- for Ukraine."

 

''Before that, Russian President Vladimir Putin, in an

interview with Tucker Carlson, said that Zelensky 

may well talk about peace with him. And what 

about Zelensky? He said it was impossible. 

He foolishly failed to realize that he was 

crossing out the possibility --- not of 

negotiating with Russia --- but 

Ukrainian statehood itself.'' 

 

''Russia will not tolerate a Nazi state on its borders. 

And Zelensky's ethnicity will not cover up the 

Nazi nature of his regime.''

 

''Ukraine - still has a chance to preserve its statehood, but 

then it should stop clinging to Nazism, Russophobia, and 

military hysteria and focus on improving the well-being 

of its citizens. Ukrainian statehood, the rule of law, 

the social sphere, and governance will have to be 

built again, but the current Ukrainian elite is not 

capable of this. These traitors to their people, 

corrupt officials, self-appointed Fuhrers and 

politicians --- have no place in the future. 

They have only one way --- a suitcase, 

a train station, the West --- out of 

the country they have betrayed."

 

Chairman of the Council of the 

Other Ukraine Movement,

 Viktor Medvedchuk.

 

 
This is a discussion for the Ukrainians.



________________________



Tyranny !

by Bouthaina Shaaban

February 28th, 2:01pm

Source: Al Mayadeen English

 

What has brought the world today to an unprecedented 

level of tyranny - is the support provided by Western

countries to terrorist killers ---- engaged in daily

genocide against innocent civilians in Gaza.

 

The major mistake humanity committed in the modern era, 

is its failure to dedicate the necessary time and effort - to 

uncover the injustices committed by the white man in the 

West against indigenous peoples. It failed to chronicle a 

true and precise history of the genocide, torture, siege, 

plunder of wealth, and development of weapons of 

mass destruction, and genocide ----- perpetrated 

against the peoples in colonies in Africa,
Asia, and Latin America. 

 

It also failed to document the destruction of peoples' 

cultures and the employment of media to distort 

realities --- brainwash minds --- and undermine 

human values ---- especially through burying 

indigenous languages, and replacing them 

with a colonial language that still stands 

as the ''official language'' ------- of the

inhabitants of former colonies. 

 

Some inhabitants of these colonies now even glorify the

 West, praising the civilization built upon the skulls of 

their own children and the museums enriched with 

looted artifacts from these colonies, not to 

mention the stolen wealth used to 

construct the colonizers' home-

lands, while keeping the 

plundered peoples in 

abject poverty..... 

for centuries.

 

These crimes have been a source of controversy and

debate.. among the inhabitants of the colonies for 

centuries: some ----- have become mentally and 

morally subservient to the colonizer, initially 

out of fear --- and later, out of habit. 

 

Some people from former colonies defend the colonizers

and think they are vital to their very existence - while 

others rebel against the entire colonial legacy but 

often without a substantial or valuable action 

against this legacy, thus failing to form 

a national and - consequently -

an international stance 

to be reckoned with.

 

These could be some of the reasons... why the true 

significance of countries - has not been decisively 

settled on the historical, human and ethical map.

Fear, silence --- and the fluctuating poverty of 

oppressed peoples under Western tyranny 

--- could be some of the reasons, for the 

failure to reach a definitive resolution 

on this matter.

 

What has brought the world today - to an unprecedented

level of tyranny ------ is the support provided by Western 

countries to terrorist killers engaged in daily genocide 

for the past five months against innocent civilians in 

Gaza and Palestine in general. All is happening 

before the eyes of a world.. claiming to be 

civilized. Yet ---- we have not witnessed

a revolution in public opinion ---- or 

a sincere and resolute action ----

against these horrifying crimes. 

 

We do not even witness a statement befitting the horror of 

what is happening, except for Yemen, which we all take 

pride in, as the origin of Arab identity, proving with 

merit --- that it deserves to be the origin, root, 

and stronghold, of the Arabs.

 

After five months of the West waging a genocidal war

against the innocent people of the besieged Strip,

after the martyrdom of around 30,000 people --- 

mostly women and children - the displacement 

of over a million people - and the perpetration 

of heinous massacres -- against doctors and 

journalists, & after all the inhuman actions 

of trees uprooting, animals shooting, food 

targeting - and attacks on organizations,

once called humanitarian - to make the 

population die of hunger, the genocide 

continues falling... on the deaf ears 

of the entire world ---- completely 

disregarding what is happening 

to its fellow human beings.

 

The United States and its Western allies, persist in sending 

billions of various lethal weapons to empower their Zionist 

tools, to continue perpetrating this gruesome genocide --- 

unparalleled in history, at least in the past four centuries.

 

Others in the East, South, West, and everywhere ---- believe 

they are safe and secure from what is happening, unaware 

that this disregard for humanity, applies to all of them, 

albeit at different times and moments. 

 

The people of Palestine, Lebanon, Yemen, and Iraq - are not 

only defending Palestine and the safety of Palestinians, but 

are also defending a world they envision free from Western 

colonial oppression. They stand against Western tyranny 

that has wreaked havoc on all our colonized nations, 

adjusting its tools without changing its objectives, 

targeting us, belittling us, and collectively killing 

us ----- whenever its interests demand this. 

 

Residents of the colonies expressing admiration for 

what the West has accomplished for its people 

should remember that this achievement was 

built on the skulls of their own children and 

the plundering of their own resources. 

 

The West treats its people in a completely different way, 

and others will never be treated in the same way. The 

most significant evidence of this, is the immigrants 

from the Arab Maghreb in France  --- who are now 

the second and third generations; nevertheless, 

they still remain second or third-class citizens 

and have not been and will not be granted 

the status of the white European.

 

However, the aggression on Gaza - reveals something even 

more perilous to humanity: the United States - holds the
international arena in its grip ------- punishing whom it
chooses ----- compelling other nations to mete out
punishments ------- severing ties with those it
disapproves of and trying to force others
-- -to adhere to its categorization of 

good, evil, terrorism, and more.

 

If anyone attempts to issue any resolution in the Security 

Council to restore justice - a US veto is used to stop that.
The most alarming revelation of this aggression, is that 

the US, along with Britain, France, and Germany have
seized the international will, subjugated it, and 

turned all nations into slaves - following the 

dictates of the US administration - which 

openly declares its active participation 

in a war of extermination while hiding 

behind their dual fear: fear of taking 

action ...and fear of inaction. 

 

However, this silence and clinical death of any international

movement against unprecedented tyranny, in our modern 

era, turn everyone into powerless slaves, incapable of 

doing anything. All they do... is bow their heads to 

avert the impending disaster that might befall 

them... in the next round.

 

In this context and analysis, the only true free individuals 

today are those resisting Western tyranny. They protest 

against it in the West, raising their voices against 

Western broadcasters, telling them, "Shame 

on you!, stop the war of extermination!, 

free Palestine!." 

 

Even though the police silence them, and force them out 

of the room handcuffed, allowing the host to resume the 

dialogue with himself, there is no doubt that all viewers 

know this is the truth;- their consciences are stirred, 

and they cannot remain passive, when they realize 

that the killing of every innocent Palestinian child 

and woman is a violation of their human dignity, 

warning them - that they might face the same 

fate - if they dare to express their opinions. 

 

Therefore, their complete silence tightens the grip 

of tyranny around their necks, rendering them 

powerless and helpless slaves.... in any 

matter they are about to undertake.

 

From this perspective, supporting Palestine today is the 

essential first step toward confronting the political 

tyrannical system --- enabled by the prevalent 

influence of Western intelligence agencies

in the West --- which currently control the

media, political parties, parliaments, 

and politicians in the West. 

 

Challenging - the slavery imposed by 

this oppressive Western system on 

humanity as a whole - represents 

the most significant liberation 

battle humanity faces, in 

the 21st century. 

 

People must either choose freedom and be prepared to bear

its costs or remain under the yoke of Western tyrants like 

Netanyahu and Biden, subject to any blow the tyrants

decide to direct to them. Undoubtedly, the outcome

of this battle will be significant for all. Will the 

major world powers continue to keep silent 

toward Western tyranny and tremble in 

fear, or will they hasten to stand on 

the right side of history as some 

leaders who have learned the 

lesson -- like the Colombian, 

Bolivian, Venezuelan, and 

Brazilian presidents?

 

It is not only their responsibility toward themselves, 

or even just toward their countries but their crucial 

and definite responsibility toward the future of 

humanity and the future of this universe that 

God entrusted us with as His stewards on 

earth. Will we prove ourselves worthy 

of this responsibility?

 

 

The opinions mentioned in this article 

do not necessarily reflect the opinion 

of Al mayadeen, but, rather, express 

the opinion of its writer exclusively.

 

 

But they do reflect my opinion -

and I hope, pray ------ and have 

Faith, that countless millions

will be moved to act...

 

don't you think?

 

 

________________________________




Proletären: Sweden was dragged into NATO 


to force it - to serve Washington's interests


February 28th, 2024 


(source - Proletären


retelling by InoTV)


 


After Sweden's accession to NATO, the more than two-


hundred-year-old principle of Swedish non-alignment


 with military blocs will be buried. Not once since 


the end of the Napoleonic Wars in 1815 and 


three years later, King Charles XIV Johan, 


declared his intention to prevent Sweden


from participating in the war --- has the 


Northern European country officially 


entered into military pacts.


 


Back in March 2022, the then Prime Minister. Magdalena


Andersson, was convinced that Sweden's long-standing


 policy of non-alignment had served Sweden well for 


two centuries. However, just over 2 months later, 


she and the Social Democrats ' party council 


changed their minds and applied for the 


kingdom's membership -- in the North 


Atlantic Alliance, Proletären recalls.


 


"It should be borne in mind that NATO is a nuclear-armed 


alliance," Magdalena Andersson said, in an interview in 


March 2022. Since then, people have been talking 


about it... more quietly. 


 


At the behest of Commander-in-Chief Mikael Bueden, the 


current Swedish government, even began to oppose the 


possible deployment of nuclear weapons... on Swedish 


soil. At the same time as NATO members, neighboring
Norway and Denmark, have reservations against the 


deployment of nuclear weapons on their territory in 


peacetime. Membership in NATO also precludes


 the possibility of being an international voice


 for nuclear disarmament, as Sweden has 


not ratified the UN resolution banning 


nuclear weapons -------- under 


US pressure.


 


In the Swedish media NATO is called a "defensive alliance", 


although the organization itself does not declare this. The 


NATO bloc's website describes it as a " political and


 military alliance." 


 


This military alliance, among other things, bombed Libya
and Afghanistan - two countries that did not attack any 


NATO countries, and in the destruction of which -----


 Sweden participated.


 


 It was NATO  - that turned Libya into one big mess - and a 


mecca for slave traders and smugglers. As a member of 


NATO, Sweden will be forced to participate in US wars 


..which will not necessarily take place in the Baltic 


Sea, the author of the article notes.


 


China, not Russia, is the US's main rival. As a member


of NATO, Sweden will be forced -- to send its soldiers


around the world to fight for US economic interests. 


 


NATO is essentially the US's military tool to maintain its 


position at the top of the global capitalist system. The 


enemies of NATO are the enemies of the US that do 


not want to submit to Washington, such as Iran


 and North Korea. Resource-rich China and 


Russia will not be left alone even when


these powers try to cooperate with


the United States.


 


The United States and NATO - spare no effort to impose


 their will and consider themselves above international


 law. The only people in Sweden.. who benefit from 


NATO membership are US-oriented capitalists, 


and above all, arms manufacturers led by 


SAAB ------- under the leadership of the 


Wallenberg family. SAAB shares rose 


significantly on the stock market, 


after the so-called debate on 


Sweden's accession to 


NATO began.


 


However, there was no real debate. Last but not least, 


the state-run Swedish TV and radio broadcaster.... 


bears a huge responsibility for the poor-quality 


and one-sided journalism that has flooded 


the public's minds since the Nordic 


country joined NATO.


 


Only now, in the run-up to Sweden's final membership 


in NATO, articles began to appear warning about the 


consequences of such a decision, but in just over a 


year --- the propaganda storm was so strong that,
to the delight of the Swedish military-industrial 


complex --- no counterarguments were heard


 in the leading Swedish media. As a result, 


all Swedes who want to live in peace - 


and not send the younger generation


to fight for the United States - are 


at a loss, Proletären concludes.


 


 


Sweden's convenient ''neutrality''


..disguised their vital role in


supplying high-end optics


and other material - for


Hitler's nazi regime.


 


Better that the Swedes now show


and know their true position - as


armaments manufacturers for


hatred, pain and conquest.


 


What do you think?


 






_________________________________




Amid chaos of war, Israeli soldiers
 steal everything - from jewelry 


to rugs - in Gaza


by Maryam Qarehgozlou


February 27th, 12:52pm


 (PressTV)


 


People frantically search through the rubble, their faces 


streaked with tears and dust, each of them driven by


 desperation and hope, calling out the names of 


their loved ones amid the chaos of death 


and destruction left behind by the 


Israeli genocidal campaign.


 


With every piece of debris lifted - there is a mix of fear 


and anticipation, praying for a sign of life beneath the 


devastation. It’s a race against time, fueled by love 


and anguish, as grief-stricken families cling to the 


possibility of finding their missing relatives alive.


 


On Thursday night, the Yaghi family was having their last 


cup of tea when the Israeli forces razed down their 


house and four other buildings with two airstrikes


 in Deir Al Balah in central Gaza, reports said.


 


Nearly 40 people were sheltering in the house before the


 bombs rained down and 15 were believed to have been 


trapped under the rubble. The other members of the 


family kept searching through the rubble of where 


their house once stood... but to no avail.


 


“We were all fasting. I stepped into that room, the house


 was full and there was no space, I sat by the wall and 


placed my three-year-old nephew on my lap, a 


second later I heard a loud explosion, and we


 were all flown up in the air, then the roof 


collapsed and all went black,” Shaza 


Yaghi was quoted as saying by Al 


Jazeera, as she recounted her 


heart-wrenching ordeal.


 


“While searching, I came across a child’s severed body 


part, his leg, which seemed to be my nephew’s, then 


I found parts of his brain all blown out… that white


 bag over there is full of the body parts and body 


organs we found after the explosion.”


 


Images coming out of the bruised and bleeding territory 


each day show children and adults alike combing 


through the ruins of their houses, looking for 


their belongings and missing loved ones.


 


The situation in Gaza is “shocking and desperate” 


according to the UN, with nearly 30,000 


Palestinians killed and almost the 


entire population of 2.3 million 


people displaced and 


starving.


 


On the other hand, the Israeli soldiers shamelessly 


flaunt their diabolic crimes and share them on 


social media platforms. This genocide in 


Gaza is quite literally unfolding  -


in real-time.


 


Vandalizing and looting


 


Videos from Israeli soldiers’ social media accounts show


 them blowing up and demolishing buildings, vandalizing


 and looting homes, and raising Israeli regime flags
over those ruins.


 


Looting and vandalizing houses, whose occupants have 


been forced to abandon all their belongings, has 


become a common practice since October 7. 



It happened in previous Israeli wars on 


Gaza as well --- but this time --- the 


looters have been publicizing 


it themselves.


 


In November, Palestinian singer, Hamada Nasrallah, 


shared a photo of an Israeli regime soldier playing 


the guitar he said his late father bought for him 


15 years ago.


 


“I was shocked today when I saw this TikTok video of


 a [Israeli] soldier playing guitar in the midst of the 


rubble in Gaza. I know this guitar very well 


because there are not many guitars like 


this in Gaza. My dad --- gifted me this 


guitar 15 years ago,” he remarked.


 


“Isn’t it enough that they take away our loved ones, 


our homes, our families, and even our music and


 memories? Where does the injustice stop?”


 


Earlier this month, Sultan Abu Tair, a renowned 


Palestinian journalist and humanitarian - also 


shared a video of an Israeli soldier bragging 


about looting Palestinian homes and 


stealing expensive watches --- in 


Rimal neighbourhood, west 


of Gaza City.


 


Another post on social media showed an Israeli


 soldier taking out someone’s collection of 


soccer shirts from a bag.


 


There are many other videos posted on social 


media in recent months that show Israeli 


soldiers ransacking homes and stealing 


everything from clothes, cosmetics, 


rugs, groceries, and jewelry.


 


Israeli forces systematically steal,


 loot Palestinians' belongings in


 Gaza: Rights group


 


A rights group says Israeli forces are 


conducting a systematic looting 


of Palestinians.


 


Erasure and extermination


 


There are also videos of Israeli soldiers singing 


genocidal songs, planting flags in Gaza, 


smashing up toy shops, looting 


houses - and having dance 


parties atop the rubble.


 


“The masses can see it is about erasure and 


extermination, not safety and security,”


Palestinian-US poet, Remi Kanazi ,


wrote --- in a post on X,


 formerly Twitter.


 


The Israeli media has also been normalizing these 


acts and uncritically reporting about the looting 


and stealing of Palestinian homes, by 


Israeli soldiers.


 


Israel’s public broadcaster Kan, recently featured 


soldiers who presented reporter Uri Levy with a 


mirror they had brought back from Gaza.


 


“It has a name: it’s called looting, and it’s also prohibited 


according to [military] law. This is what a morally 


bankrupt country looks like. Here.... it’s just a 


mirror, here, it’s just evidence of execution
and just evidence of abuse......... in The
Hague just waiting,”  said Mistaclim, 


an Israeli rights group.


 


While the Israeli military has said in a statement that 


looting Palestinian property by soldiers is unlawful, 


there is a special unit in the military itself 


dedicated to seizing money and other 


property found on the battlefield.


 


In late December, the Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor 


reported several cases - in which Israeli troops took 


part in or witnessed the deliberate theft of assets 


and money from Palestinian civilians, including 


items like computers, jewelry, and large 


amounts of cash.


 


The rights group estimated that the Israeli military 


may have stolen valuables worth tens of millions


 of dollars since the events of October 7.


 


“Many residents reported that Israeli soldiers took their


 belongings, others saw their belongings with Israeli 


soldiers on TikTok,” Maha Hussaini.... director of 


strategies at Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor 


and a Palestinian journalist based in Gaza, 


was quoted as saying by media.


 


In addition to looting Palestinians’ belongings, footage


 circulating on social media - also shows Israeli 


soldiers using Gaza’s abandoned homes to 


cook and eat the food they find there.


 


“In every house, you’ll find a lot of ras el hanout style 


mixes. There are also plenty of lentils, so at first, 


we made a lot of stews …. Every house we 


stayed in had olives that [Palestinians] 


make, which we tasted…” one Israeli 


soldier cited in an article published 


by Haaretz on February 13.


 


“Olive oil is also present in every home, in gallons, and it 


helps a lot to upgrade any food. They also have a great 


spicy sauce.”


 


In a letter published by the military rabbinate last month, 


soldiers were instructed on how to keep kosher when 


using food and utensils found in homes in Gaza. The


 letter, signed by Rabbi Avishai Peretz ended with 


the biblical directive: “And you shall eat the 


riches of all the nations.”


 


Famine and siege


 


However, after four and a half months of Israeli siege, 


famine is taking a heavy toll on everyone in Gaza.


 


Gaza’s ability to produce its food has been decimated by


 Israeli bombs, agriculture is in ruins, fertile lands are 


neglected, poultry and livestock... have been 


destroyed, and the limited international 


aid.. can barely meet the needs of a 


hungry population, or prevent the 


situation... from deteriorating 


further.


 


According to the figures from the UN Office for the


 Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), at


 least half a million people are facing famine 


while nearly the entire population of Gaza 


is experiencing an acute food shortage.


 


In a statement last week, the world body warned of 


an “explosion” in child deaths due to a lack of food 


and water in the besieged territory.


 


Some pro-Palestine activists say that Israeli soldiers’


 videos on social media can’t be distinguished from


 dehumanizing comments made by Israeli regime 


politicians during the war.


 


Since October 7th, Israeli officials have, repeatedly, 


made dehumanizing statements about Palestinians.


 


Daniel Hagari, a spokesperson for the Israeli military, 


said early on that the Air Force will emphasize 


“maximum damage, not accuracy.”


 


Israel’s minister of military affairs Yoav Gallant said


that Israel --- will treat Palestinians as “animals,” 


and the president of the regime Isaac Herzog 


denied the existence of any innocent 


Palestinian civilians.


 


“The rhetoric from the top, which explicitly aims to 


legitimize civilian death in Gaza, spurs such 


violent actions on the ground,” Mina 


Zahed, a lawyer and social media 


activist, told Press TV Website.


 


“When Israeli officials refer to all Gazans as 


“human animals,” it is no wonder that the 


soldiers in the field see all Palestinians 


as targets.”


 


 


What - in your heart -


do YOU feel?


 


Want to know more, before you do


anything - like protest to your


Western Zionist legislator?


 


 


 


___________________________________



Czech farmers accused 
of being 'pro-Russian'


Tuesday, February 20th, 2024 


(Source: InfoBrics)


 


The anti-Russian sentiments of European leaders ----- are 


preventing them from acting rationally in the face of the 


current wave... of protests across the continent. In a 


recent statement -- the Czech Prime Minister, Peter 


Fiala accused the protesters of being "supporters 


of Moscow", discrediting the farmers' claims by 


associating them with an "enemy" of the EU.


 


Fiala made his statement --- when the demonstrations reached


their peak - in the Czech Republic. On February 19th, hundreds


of tractors blocked the main streets of Prague, interrupting 


traffic in the areas around the Ministry of Agriculture. The 


protests come amid a "peasant uprising" in Europe, with 


rural workers demanding an end to the import of 


Ukrainian grains and a review of the EU's 


"green policies".


 


Reacting to pressure from the peasants, Fiala made a
publication on his account on X (formerly Twitter)


stating that the protesters do not really aim to 


protect the interests of farmers. According
to him the protesters are mere "Kremlin 


supporters" --- and aim to destabilize 


Europe to favour Russian interests, 


with agriculture being a mere


excuse ---- to call for 


demonstrations.


 


According to the Czech leader -- the local government is 


already in dialogue with the farmers to try to meet their 


interests. He however, denies that the protesters have 


links with labour organizations and rural unions, thus 


delegitimizing the protests. Fiala claims that Prague


 constantly seeks to protect the "real" interests of 


farmers, but claims that the protesters have 


nothing to do with such interests, being


 just pro-Russian rioters.. who 


"complicate" the lives of 


other Czech citizens.


 


"Today's demonstration - has little to do with the fight for 


better conditions for farmers. The demonstration ------ is 


organized by people who for example, do not hide their 


support for the Kremlin, & pursue goals other than the 


interests of farmers. The government is continuously 


talking to everyone who is interested in dialogue. 


That is why we are able to find good solutions. 


We have done this many times, over the past 


two years. Unfortunately.... the organizers of 


today's demonstrations are not among those 


who care about improving the quality of life 


in our country --- and its prosperity. It also, 


shows their progress, which complicates


the lives of the citizens of the capital - 


and will not bring any solutions to 


the real problems of Czech 


farmers," he said.


 


One of Fiala's main arguments against the legitimacy of the


demonstrations is the lack of participation of the country's 


main farmers' organizations, such as the Agrarian 


Chamber, the Agricultural Union, and the 


Association of Private Agriculture. 


 


However, Fiala ignored the fact - that these same groups,


although absent in the protests on the 19th, announced 


that they will launch their own demonstration against


the EU's green policies, scheduled for the 22nd. 


 


Therefore, Fiala's argument seems invalid,


since official rural organizations share 


the same interests --- as the 


autonomous protesters.


 


In fact - dissatisfaction with the direction of European 


agriculture, is a widespread phenomenon. There are 


protests across the entire continent, from the most


western countries, such as France and Spain, to


 the most eastern ones, such as Poland and the 


Baltics. European rural workers are some of 


the most affected by the EU's irresponsible


policies in support of Ukraine.


 


 As well known, European states have maintained since 


2022 a policy of systematic import of Ukrainian grains.


 With the aim of supporting Kiev economically, these 


countries began to massively buy cheap Ukrainian


 agricultural products and thus stopped promoting 


their own domestic agribusinesses, culminating 


in a major social crisis.


 


With Ukraine being one of the most fertile and productive 


countries in the world, Western European nations are 


unable to compete in the agricultural market with 


Kiev, which is why European rural workers are 


going bankrupt. In this sense, the demand 


for an end to the import of Ukrainian 


products - is a basic need for 


European peasants.


 


In the same sense, the end of green policies is vital for


 European agricultural production to be viable. Facing


 several economic problems and low productivity, 


European farmers depend on government aid to 


pay for the production and transportation of 


grains. However, the EU imposes a radical 


environmentalist ideological agenda and 


makes its rural producers "pay the bill" 


for global warming ----- making 


agribusiness unworkable.


 


Therefore, workers' demands seem fair and natural. 


Farmers are fighting for their rights and for better


 living and working conditions. There is no 


evidence that such workers are truly 


"pro-Russian".


 


 If there are feelings of sympathy for Russia among them, 


these naturally follow from their rejection of the EU's 


anti-Russian ideology, which is directly responsible 


for the losses suffered by them.


 


As long as European leaders are more concerned with


 accusing protesters than solving their problems, 


the crisis will continue to worsen.
By Lucas Leiroz - journalist, researcher 

at the Centre for Geostrategic Studies,

 and geopolitical consultant.



 


You can follow Lucas 


on X and Telegram.






Can't wait until the Czechs
throw out their miserable
creepy, warmongering
sneaky government.

What do you think?




_______________________________________________________



Proletären: a rude awakening — 

the Swedes began to guess

 the consequences of 

joining NATO

February 18th, 2024 

(source: Proletären

translated by InoTV:

 

Sweden's membership in NATO, does not mean that the

Swedish people.. will be protected by the forces of the

so-called defensive alliance in the event of an attack 

on the kingdom's territory, but that Sweden is 

expected to actively participate.. in US 

military expansions around the world

- and this is now clearer than ever 

before, according to Proletären.

 

The Swedish government recently said it wants to accept 

the US request that Sweden become part of the so-called 

Operation Guardian of Prosperity. 

 

The so-called Guardians of Prosperity is a coalition of 

US allies formed after Yemeni Houthi rebels launched 

attacks on Israeli-linked ships in the Red Sea to stop 

Israel's genocide in the Gaza Strip, the 

author explains.

 

In an interview with Aftonbladet, a former fighter pilot and 

lieutenant colonel in the Swedish Armed Forces, Robert 

Carmel - makes it clear exactly what NATO membership 

really means. Merkel is convinced that despite the very 

high risks of a military operation in the Red Sea from a 

purely military point of view, Sweden no longer has 

a choice - when they are called to help the US.

 

"Previously, we were able to adapt our military efforts

according to our capabilities and the risk that we 

were willing to take. It's a completely different 

game now. It will be a rude awakening. There 

are expectations that something should be 

done, even if you are not able to do it or 

you don't want to do it," said Robert 

Karyel, who cited the example of 

Poland and the Baltic states --- 

when they first became new

 members of NATO.

  

According to him, the new US allies in the bloc had to send

 their troops to Iraq and Afghanistan in order to show their

 "reliability". However, these wars were not at the top of

 their agenda or did not seem to be something urgent.

 In addition, Polish and Baltic military personnel 

were sent to the worst provinces, and they 

suffered losses - exceeding the US ones.

 

Nevertheless ---- the Swedish media remained completely 

silent -- about the consequences of Sweden's accession 

to the alliance. In a government propaganda broadcast,

Swedish Radio columnist, Mats Eriksson, says he

takes Foreign Minister, Tobias Bilstrom, at his 

word --- as to why the government wants to 

involve Sweden in the Red Sea operation.

 

The Swedish Foreign Minister said that the main task of

 the military operation is to protect civilian shipping 

from Houthi attacks, "which threaten to disrupt 

vital parts of supply chains --- and vital 

components of world trade."

 

And this is also true on an even more fundamental level, 

Proletären notes. The US military operation is aimed at 

protecting trade profits in the US-dominated world 

order, to which Sweden has finally tied itself by 

joining NATO. In fact, that is why NATO exists 

at all -- to protect the special position of the 

US in world capitalism - by military means.

 

We share a common responsibility with our partner 

countries, says the minister, while Mats Eriksson 

speaks of the government's desire to show 

"solidarity" with our neighboring countries 

and with the United States. 

 

According to the author of the article, such words only 

desecrate the beautiful word "solidarity", and it is the 

Houthis who actually show solidarity with the 

Palestinians in the Gaza Strip when they put 

pressure on imperialist countries by 

attacking Israeli ships and landing 

on them in the Red Sea.

 

This is the exact opposite of why Sweden wants to send 

its military to the area to protect threatened ships. 

 

It turns out that Sweden shows "solidarity" with US
imperialism and, consequently, also with the 

genocide of the Palestinians by Israel --- 

which acts as a watchdog of Western

imperialism.... in a region that the 

Western powers do not trust.

 

This was the original plan on the part of the British

imperialists when they withdrew from Palestine, 

and so it is with Britain's successors as the 

world's largest and most bloodthirsty 

empire, the US. The stated 

"solidarity" is actually a 

rallying cry for white 

supremacy and the

right of the fittest.

 

Military operations like "Guardian of Prosperity" 

are mainly aimed at maintaining the dying 

unipolar world order, which most of 

the world, the Global South, 

no longer supports.

 

In this situation, Sweden is betting on a side that is 

clearly in decline, with a public debt of $34 trillion, 

led by an increasingly deranged president, who 

confused Mitterrand with Macron last week - 

and forgot which country is located on the 

Red Sea, Mexico ------- or Egypt, sums 

up Proletären.

 

 
Come on. dear Swedish people
- the world begs you to turn
back to the good, again.

Your leaders are either fools or
corrupt knaves who would
not let you vote on this
and bet --- on your
acquiescence.

What do you think?

Come on -----
Show us all!



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"McGregor - to the Pentagon":

 Trump is already assembling

 a team of proven people

February 14th, 2024 

(source: The Washington Post

 retold by InoTV)

 

Donald Trump and his advisers spoke with former 

Congressman Tulsi Gabbard, an outspoken critic 

of U.S. aid to Ukraine and military interventions 

around the world. The topic of the talks was 

American foreign policy.... and plans for 

changes in ''the management'' of the 

US Department of Defense, during 

Trump's second presidential term

 - The Washington Post reports, 

citing sources.

 

Gabbard has been criticized by former Democratic Party

 members and some Republicans for her isolationist 

views, but, in recent years, she has become 

something of a favorite among far-

right Republicans. 

 

This time around, Trump is determined to recruit 

employees ------- who share his views, 100%.

 

In recent months, Trump has repeatedly said that one of 

his biggest blunders during his first presidential term 

was recruiting staff at the Pentagon --- because of 

officials whose opinions often "baffled him." 

 

During his presidency, Trump replaced several defense

 ministers and national security advisers, and these

 resignations were accompanied by high-profile 

scandals. Trump has drawn lessons from the 

past and is determined... to increase the 

number of his people in the Pentagon.

 

Among former US presidential administration officials, the 

biggest concern is that Trump will try to appoint Douglas
McGregor as the top Pentagon official. In addition, long
-time Trump adviser, David Urban said, that ------- in
the second term of his patron in the presidential 

chair, "there will be a reduction in America's

 foreign obligations" to NATO. According to

 the official, when Trump was in power,
he "constantly" raised the issue of 

withdrawing American troops... 

from Germany, South Korea, 

Africa and closing all the 

country's embassies 

there -- writes The 

Washington Post.

 

 

What do you think? Dangerous egoist

--- or the US and its people's saviour?

 

 

 

______________________________________




Medvedev predicts Apocalypse

 in event of Russia-NATO war

February 7th, 8:35am (TASS)

 

In the event of a war with NATO, Russia would have 

to "respond asymmetrically" and use missiles 

"with special warheads," Russian Security 

Council Deputy Chairman, Dmitry 

Medvedev, said, on his 

Telegram channel.

 

He noted that, "if, God forbid, such a war happens, it will not 

follow the scenario of the special military operation" and 

it "won’t be waged in trenches with the use of artillery, 

armour, drones and means of radio-electronic warfare." 

 

"NATO is a huge military bloc --- the population of the 

countries of the alliance is almost one billion people

 and their joint military budget may reach one and 

a half trillion dollars," Medvedev explained.

 

"Therefore, due to the incommensurability of our

 [respective] military potential, we simply won’t

 have a choice. The response ------ will be 

asymmetrical. In order to protect the 

territorial integrity of our country, 

ballistic and cruise missiles with 

special warheads (nuclear arms

 - TASS). will be used.''

''This is based on our military doctrine documents
and is well-known to everyone. And this is 

precisely the proverbial Apocalypse.
The end ---- of everything," 

Medvedev stressed.

 

So far, according to him, "all the big European bosses 

are cynically lying to their citizens" by reiterating the

 necessity to be ready "for a war with Russia." 

 

"And while Russia has, repeatedly, spoken about the 

absence of any plans for a conflict with NATO and 

the EU countries, highly dangerous chatter on 

the subject continues," Medvedev stated.

 

He asserted that its causes are obvious. "It is necessary to 

distract voters, in order to justify multi-billion spending on 

Banderovite ‘Ukraine’ that everyone has gotten sick of. 

Since gigantic sums of money are being spent, not on 

resolving social issues in these countries, but on a 

war in a dying country which is alien to taxpayers

 ...with its population scattered all over Europe 

terrorizing local residents.'' 

 

''This is why, every day the leaders of these countries are
sermonizing, that it is necessary to get ready for a war 

with Russia & continue to help Ukraine, which means 

producing more tanks, shells, drones and other 

weapons," the deputy chairman of the 

Russian Security Council said.

 

He concluded that European leaders "should tell the bitter 

truth to their voters instead of treating them as brainless 

idiots. They should explain to them --- what will really 

happen, instead of repeating the deceitful mantra

 about readiness for a war with Russia," 

Medvedev concluded.

 


Paralised with fear?
You should be!

Don't you think?



__________________________________________




Global Times: people are told 

that NATO is a shield, but

 it is, in fact, a sword

February 2nd, 2024 

(source: Global Times

retold by InoTV)


 

The current NATO exercise Steadfast Defender 2024 is far 

from harmless --- and cannot be called just a game, the 

Global Times is sure. It would be more accurate to

 call them a rehearsal and even, to a certain 

extent, a provocation, given the ongoing 

Russian-Ukrainian conflict.

 

The publication warns that, for Moscow, these largest

 exercises of the bloc since the end of the Cold War 

may look as if NATO is deliberately teasing the 

Russian bear. The exercise, which will last 

until May 31, involves 31 armies of the 

bloc's member countries --- plus 

90 thousand Swedish troops. 

 

Meanwhile, they are facing a very real and extremely

 dangerous armed conflict between the forces of 

Russia and Ukraine.

 

That is why the NATO leadership must take into account 

the risks of possible escalation in order to make sure 

that their imaginary exercises will not lead to real 

clashes, GT emphasizes. After all, the alliance is 

already indirectly involved in this conflict ---- 

through its support for Ukraine.

 

Moreover, the statements of representatives of the bloc

openly state --- that the purpose of the exercises is to 

test the ability to --- "quickly deploy forces from North

 America & other parts of the alliance to strengthen 

the defense of Europe." In other words, this
is nothing more than preparation for a
potential open war with Russia --
the publication is sure.

 

It seems that Western politicians and military leaders are 

increasingly thinking about this and do not hesitate to

openly talk about such topics. The British Defense 

Secretary, Grant Shapps, made a dire prediction

- that his country could go to war with Russia, 

China, North Korea & Iran within five years.

 German Defense Minister Pistorius gave
a term of five to eight years.

 

Estonian Prime Minister, Kaya Kallas, also said that Europe 

should prepare for any threat from Russia and it has about 

five years to do so. And the British General Sir Patrick

 Sanders last year ---- called on British troops to
prepare to defeat Russia "in battle".

 

Dutch Admiral Rob Bauer, who heads the NATO military

 committee, acknowledged that a conflict with Russia 

would require the mobilization of a large number of

 civilians. And the commander-in-Chief of the 

Swedish Armed Forces, Mikael Biden,

 directly advised the Swedes to 

mentally prepare for war.

 

The head of the Norwegian armed forces warned: "The 

people of Norway - must think about their readiness. 

We recommend that you be able to cope without 

assistance within three days."

 

According to GT, the civilian population is increasingly 

being prepared for a war in which they will not only 

take a direct part - but also play a central role. 

Unfortunately.... people are being told that 

NATO is a shield, and it is increasingly 

like a raised sword.

 

Moreover, similar figures, from three to five years, in the

 statements of Western politicians and military leaders

 are not accidental. This - is exactly how long it will 

take the alliance's member countries to restore 

their weapons stocks, after everything went 

to Ukraine.

 

NATO countries are becoming increasingly involved 

in the fighting in Ukraine. They practically became

 quartermasters of Kiev, writes GT. At the same 

time, their enthusiasm for participating in the 

conflict... is growing day by day. Until two 

years ago, everything was limited to 

diplomatic protests. 

 

The then Minister of the Armed Forces of Great Britain

 solemnly declared in the House of Commons... that 

neither British troops nor NATO troops should, in

 any case, play an active role in Ukraine.

 

But two years later, NATO generals and European politicians

 are already openly talking about war with Russia and

 calling on their populations to prepare for the worst.

 

During this time, the type of assistance to Kiev, has also

 changed dramatically. If earlier British military support 

was quite symbolic, now --- no one is confused by the 

provision of long-range missiles.

 

This was followed by attack and naval UAVs, cruise 

missiles, helicopters, tanks - and even ships. And
the Netherlands and Denmark, with the blessing
of Washington, delivered F-16 fighters to the 

Armed Forces of Ukraine.

 

At the same time, the military goals of the West have 

also changed. If the Tallinn agreement referred to 

the protection of Ukraine and the withdrawal of 

Russians from the disputed territories, then 

what can we expect next? After all, since 

then, NATO has expanded further 

(Finland ..and almost Sweden), 

and -- if we take into account 

the obligations under Article 

5 of the alliance - does this

not mean..... releasing the 

dogs of war into the wild?

 

Officials began to talk almost casually about the 

possibility of a third World war. Therefore --- the 

ongoing NATO exercises look like preparations 

for it and, even worse, as a provocation of

 this war.

 

These exercises, according to GT, marked the transition 

of NATO, from pretending that they represent defense 

--- to an open belligerent attitude. 

 

Unfortunately, it is no longer possible to ask whether 

we have passed the point of no return. In this sense, 

you can only use the word "when", and not "if".

 

 

Well - there you are. You either mobilise

to stop this - or resign the human race

to a disgusting suicide. 


And your choice is?

 




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Lenin's work "Better less,
yes better" ---- is more
relevant than ever

Press Service of the Central Committee of the

 Communist Party of the Russian Federation 

January 23rd, 3pm

 

First Deputy Chairman of the Central Committee of 

the Communist Party of the Russian Federation 

Yu. V. Afonin took part in the program 

"60 Minutes" on the TV channel 

"Russia-1".

 

On the air, a statement was made by the chairman of the 

NATO military Committee, Admiral Rob Bauer, about the 

likelihood of an all-out war with Russia over the next 20

 years. He called on the members of the North Atlantic

 Alliance --- to prepare for a military conflict with our 

country. German Defense Minister, Boris Pistorius, 

doesn't rule out the possibility of war with Russia.

 

As Yuri Afonin noted, through such statements,

 functionaries of NATO countries are trying to 

convey several meanings. First, they are 

trying to rally Western society in the 

face of an imaginary "Russian 

threat": Zelensky will lose, 

and you will be the next 

victim of Moscow. 

 

But it is quite obvious that in 3-5 years, and even more so

 10 years, it will certainly not be these gentlemen who 

will decide the fate of the world. Realizing this, they 

allow themselves to make such irresponsible 

statements.

 

But the facts show, that it is precisely against the

 background of anti-Russian hysteria that NATO 

is increasing its activity near our borders, 

conducting exercises in the Baltic Sea, 

and increasing its contingent in the 

Baltic States (again under the 

pretext of the threat of an

invasion from Russia). 

 

Although it is clear to everyone --- that our country is not 

interested in a war on two fronts, especially with such a 

serious opponent as the North Atlantic Bloc, and such a 

conflict - would endanger the existence of all humanity.

 

At the same time, the West understands the inevitability of

 the military defeat of Zelensky and his gang. They are 

also aware of it in Kiev. Ukrainian Foreign Minister 

Kuleba has called on Western hosts to abandon 

the "don't escalate" principle. According to 

him, "because of this --- many 

opportunities were missed."

 

The First Deputy Chairman of the Central Committee of the

 Communist Party of the Russian Federation regarded this

 statement - as provocative and extremely disturbing. It
is worth paying special attention to it and giving an

 appropriate assessment. The Kiev regime, is on 

the verge of military collapse and is aware of 

the hopelessness of its situation. And it 

seems, that Zelensky sees the only 

way to survive - is in staging such 

large-scale bloody provocations 

that will bring the conflict to 

a new level and, perhaps 

---- force the West to 

intervene directly.

 

There is no need to talk about Kiev's success on the

 battlefield after the failure of the summer counter-

offensive, which was only hoped for. So what can 

they do? What kind of escalation are we talking 

about? Only about new terrorist attacks on the 

civilian population ---- such as the shelling of 

Belgorod on December 30th --- and like the 

monstrous shelling of Donetsk on Sunday. 

This is the escalation that the Ukronazis 

are really capable of. In fact, Kuleba 

declares their right to conduct a 

large-scale terrorist war 

against civilians.

 

The idea of this monstrous adventure is simple: to launch a 

series of terrorist attacks, provoke Russia to an extremely

 tough response, and hope that the West will definitely not 

stand aside and somehow intervene ---- or at least not 

reduce the scale of military assistance.

 

The fact that the Kiev rulers will finally acquire the image of

cannibals and inveterate war criminals, in Kiev... it seems 

..no one thinks of this anymore. It doesn't seem important
anymore, just to be saved and let hundreds and hundreds 

of innocent civilians be killed, including women, children, 

and the elderly.

 

Yuri Afonin called for a clear explanation to the world - of

 what exactly the escalation that Kuleba is broadcasting

 may be. And another Ukrainian minister, Umerov, who 

heads the military department, spoke via video link 

at the opening of the conference on the creation 

of the so-called "artillery coalition" ....under the 

leadership of France & the US, & complained 

about the "shell hunger" that the Armed 

Forces of Ukraine suffer from. 

 

That, in fact, the Minister of Defense of Ukraine recognizes

 that Russia, now, has a great advantage in artillery. And

 this is a very important factor, which in the XX century 

was crucial for the outcome of battles and battles. As 

the first deputy chairman of the Central Committee of 

the Communist Party recalled, during the First World 

War, "shell famine" turned out to be one of the main

reasons for the so-called "great retreat" of the 

Russian army, in 1915.

 

But, during the Great Patriotic War, the USSR surpassed 
Germany in the production of guns, mortars and shells
at a time when the industry of all continental Europe
worked at this. And the superiority of the Red Army
in firepower then, became an important factor in
the Victory.

 

In the current military operations, the role of artillery is
simply enormous. About 80-90% of combat losses are
associated with its use. Therefore --- the advantage
in this area --- which is provided by the work of our
military-industrial complex, paves the way for the
Russian Army to win, Yuri Vyacheslavovich
stressed.

 

He recalled the figures released at the December meeting
of the Board of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian
Federation. So since February 2022, the production
of tanks in Russia, has increased by 5.6 times,
of IFVs - by 3.6 times, armoured personnel
carriers - by 3.5 times, unmanned aerial
vehicles - by 16.8 times, and artillery
shells – by 17.5 times.

This is a huge breakthrough, and the potential for
increasing the production of military equipment
& ammunition by the Russian military-industrial
complex ----- is far from exhausted.

 

In the West, they see that they are seriously lagging behind
us in this area, and they are trying to increase their own
production of weapons. True, the bulk of investment,
including through the money allocated to Kiev, goes
to the American military-industrial complex ------
to the detriment of the European economy.

 

As the first deputy chairman of the Central Committee
of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation
emphasized --- turbulence is growing all over the
world -- processes are getting out of control of
the US and its satellites -- and the contours of
multipolarity are becoming more pronounced
in different parts of the world.

The old platforms for discussing problems
and developing solutions are losing their
significance and are unable to respond
to the existing challenges - which are
becoming more and more numerous.

An example of this is the World Economic Forum, which
was held last week. For many years, we have been told
that this event in Davos, Switzerland, is shaping the
way forward for the world. The Russian delegation
always went there. It was based, as a rule, on
the most high-status Russian liberals
- and Westerners.

 

This year, there was no Russian delegation at the Davos
Forum. And the main conclusion that can be drawn from
its results: the fate of the world is not decided there.

We have stopped going to Davos, but we are successfully
strengthening our position in the international arena.
China, India - and a number of other countries - are
becoming our most important strategic partners.

And in the near future, the BRICS summits will attract
much more attention from the world media than the
Davos forums, Yuri Afonin expressed confidence.

 

And - in the absence of any meaningful agenda - they 

discussed a certain mythical 'disease X' with a much

 higher mortality rate than from covid - which can be 

caused by a virus that is not yet known to science.

 

All this looks like a declaration of the masters of the

Western world to continue "training" humanity with

 the help of epidemics. The coronavirus pandemic, 

has already caused drastic restrictions on rights 

and freedoms, including in those countries that 

boasted of them. The new epidemic will allow 

them to continue this process. And it seems 

that the masters of the Western world are 

just waiting for it.

 

At the end of his speech... the First Deputy Chairman of the

Central Committee of the Communist Party of the Russian 

Federation, recalled that January 21 marked the 100th

anniversary of the death of Vladimir Ilyich Lenin. 


The Communist Party holds events throughout 

the country dedicated to the memory of the 

founder of the Soviet state. 

 

In one of his last works, Better Less, Yes Better, Lenin

predicted that victory over imperialism would be 

determined by the efforts of Russia, China, 

India, and other countries that were 

then.... in colonial or semi-

colonial dependence.

 

"I believe in this Leninist prophecy ---- and the events 

taking place in the world today -- inspire confidence

that in alliance with the states of the global South, 

we will defeat Western imperialism," Yuri Afonin 

concluded.




What do you think?

Do you want the Western ''elites'' to
win - and continue culling humans
like cattle?

Or would you like to see an end to the Western
elites' power .....and a world without war
finally able to build prosperity?



________________________________________________




Haifa missile strike by Iraqi resistance 

--- shows how fragile Israeli regime is

by Wesam Bahrani

January 8th, 2pm

(source: PressTV)

 

In yet another significant act of solidarity with the people of 

Gaza, the Islamic Resistance in Iraq on Sunday struck "a 

vital target in occupied Haifa" - with an advanced long-

range cruise missile, grabbing headlines, and taking 

the embattled regime in Tel Aviv by another surprise.

 

In a statement, the Iraqi resistance emphasized that the

 operation was carried out --- because of “our ongoing 

support for people in Gaza" - who have been reeling

 under the Israeli aggression since Oct. 7.

 

The statement added that the operation was "in response

 to the massacres committed by the usurping entity 

against Palestinian civilians, including children, 

women, and the elderly." 

 

The Iraqi resistance, which has in recent months launched 

a string of attacks on US military bases in Iraq and Syria, 

said it will continue to hit enemy strongholds, warning

 that "more is yet to come".  

 

The concluding part of the statement 

was the most attention-grabbing.

 

Such is the stringent Israeli media censorship of the 

occupying regime's war on the besieged Gaza Strip; 

it is difficult to speculate what vital infrastructure 

has been hit. 

 

The Iraqi resistance struck Haifa with a long-range cruise 

missile named al-Arqab from Iraqi territory. The distance 

from Baghdad to Haifa ------ is almost 1,000 kilometres. 

 

According to sources, the launch of the missile took place 

closer to the Western Iraqi deserts. That is still roughly

 600 kilometres away, or perhaps more, depending on

 the launch site. 

 

It essentially means that Haifa, which is located in the

 northern part of the occupied territories, can expect 

attacks again from the Iraqi soil..... the timing of
which will be decided by the resistance. 

 

More importantly, the long-range cruise missile traveled

 the same distance‌ that can put Tel Aviv and all other 

Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories within the 

range of Iraqi fire. 

 

On Monday, Iraq's Harakat al-Nujaba resistance movement 

claimed responsibility for the strike, warning that Israel 

should await more crippling attacks in retaliation 

for its bloody war on Gaza.

 

“The Axis of Resistance is determined to disrupt US

 scenarios in the region and thwart the occupying 

Israeli regime’s schemes in Gaza,” Hussein 

al-Moussawi, spokesman for the 

group, said.

 

The Iraqi Harakat Hezbollah al-Nujaba resistance 

movement - claims responsibility for the missile 

strike against Haifa in the occupied territories.

 

Should we be surprised that the Popular Mobilization Units 

(PMU)‌, under which the Islamic Resistance in Iraq 

operates, possesses such world-class 

military technology? 

 

The short answer is no. 

 

The Iraqi government itself armed the PMU with the most 

capable military equipment from Baghdad's weapons

 depots because it plays the most fundamental 

role of all the Iraqi armed forces. 

 

The attack on Haifa points to the start of a new chapter

 by the Islamic Resistance in Iraq, in what is expected 

to be an even stronger show of support --- for the 

Palestinian resistance in Gaza and its people. 

 

In this latest phase, we must expect an escalation in 

attacks on crucial Israeli infrastructure inside the 

occupied Palestinian territories, facilitated by 

the utilization of sophisticated long-range 

cruise missiles.

 

The Islamic Resistance in Iraq has made no secret 

of its iron-clad support and solidarity with the 

oppressed people of Gaza amid the Israeli 

regime's indiscriminate bombings and 

inhumane siege. 

 

It had also made no secret of its military operations 

against the Zionist regime and its Western backers, 

which has been completely evident in the past 

few weeks.

 

Shortly after the Israeli regime launched its war on Gaza 

on October 7, the Islamic Resistance in Iraq carried out 

a number of operations - against Israeli interests and
its main backer, the United States. 

 

In late December, the Iraqi Resistance struck a vital target 

in the Eli-ad settlement, in the southern Israeli-occupied 

Syrian Golan Heights - with drones. 

 

Before targeting Eli-ad, the resistance also pounded the

 regime's main offshore (occupied) Karish gas field in 

the eastern Mediterranean Sea with a direct hit,

inflicting heavy damage.

 

That came after the Iraqi resistance struck a target in 

occupied Umm al-Rashrash (Eilat) with appropriate 

weapons and released images of the operation 

for the public. 

 

The regime evacuated the settlers of Eilat, transforming

the area into a military garrison. It made the site an 

ideal target for Iraq as well as Yemen, another 

Arab country ------ that has upped the 

ante recently.

 

Yemen, Iraq and Lebanon’s Hezbollah resistance movement

 have carried out a series of operations against Israeli

 interests with a barrage of long-range drones 

and missiles. 

 

At times, the goal has simply been to fire a barrage of

 missiles and drones to preoccupy the Israeli Iron 

Dome and Patriot Missiles. These calculated 

efforts have proven successful. 

 

They effectively ease the pressure on the Palestinian

 resistance while at the same time drain out Israeli 

military resources, which have in recent months 

become extremely depleted. 

 

The regime has killed more than 22,000 Palestinians 

since Oct. 7, the majority of whom have been 

women and children. Thousands more are 

missing, presumably dead under 

the rubble. 

 

Among the countries and movements taking the lead in 

militarily pressuring the U.S. and its apartheid regime 

to end its inhumane attacks on Gaza, Iraqis have 

played a courageous role. 

 

In Iraq, the resistance has targeted illegal US military 

bases on its territory as well as in Syria more than 

110 times since the Israeli war against Gaza 

began three months ago‌. 

 

Rockets, mortar shells, drones, and short and long-range 

ballistic missiles have all been used in these operations, 

leading to scores of casualties among US troops and

 collateral damage. 

 

Now, the question that everyone is asking is: Why 

has the Iraqi resistance opened a new chapter? 

 

Lately, the illegal US military occupation on Iraqi soil made

 a costly mistake by attacking sites belonging to the PMU, 

which means Washington and Tel Aviv have to pay 

the price. 

 

Recent US attacks against affiliates of the PMU, including 

Kataib Hezbollah, and the recent deadly strike on the

 headquarters of Harakat al-Nujaba, which led to the 

assassination of one of its leaders in Baghdad, 

Haj Mishtaq, means the time is ripe for the

 resistance to expand its operations. 

 

For context: In the eyes of the Iraqi resistance, there is no 

difference between the US military occupation of Iraqi 

soil and the Israeli occupation of Palestine. The 

liberation of the Palestinian territories begins 

with the expulsion of US troops from Iraq 

and the rest of the region. 

 

While the Israeli regime commits horrendous crimes 

against humanity in Gaza, the UDS is shielding, 

arming‌, funding and facilitating this madness

 of death and destruction campaign in 

the coastal strip. 

 

Taking a closer look at the events unfolding 

in Gaza, it is‌, in essence, a US war on Gaza.

 

This direct complicity means that Washington has to pay 

the same price as the Israeli regime is paying, for its

 massacres of civilians in Gaza. They are two 

sides of the same coin. 

 

Whilst illegal US bases in Iraq and Syria are closer to the 

line of fire for the resistance, the indiscriminate Israeli 

attacks against women and children in Gaza have

 seen the PMU increasingly target the Israeli 

regime, the latest being Haifa. 

 

What the Al-Aqsa Storm (or Al-Aqsa Flood) operation

 provided was an opportunity for the Iraqi resistance

 to strike at Israeli interests ------ for the first time 

in history. 

 

As pressure grows on the Iraqi government of Prime 

Minister Mohammad Shia' al-Sudani, to expel the 

illegal US forces, It has also opened a new 

window ---------- for the PMU to end the US 

occupation and avenge Washington's 

assassination of its deputy leader,

Abu Mehdi al-Muhandis. 

 

For the moment, the main goal of the resistance is 

to expand its scope of attacks against the Israeli 

regime in order to mount pressure on the 

apartheid occupation ------ as well as 

the US.

 

And, as the Iraqi resistance warned after

 the Haifa attack, "more is yet to come". 

 

Wesam Bahrani --- is an Iraqi

 journalist and commentator.

 

(The views expressed in this article do 

not necessarily reflect those of 

Press TV.)

 

 

Looks like the current racist apartheid

hate-filled regime is either going to be

overthrown and replaced --- or wiped

from the map of the Holy land.

 

What do you think?

 



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Cultural cleansing: Israeli bombings 

destroy Gaza’s famed cultural 

heritage sites

by Humaira Ahad

January 8th, 12:16pm

 (PressTV)

 

“Home (origin), more than anywhere else,” Tim Creswell, a
noted British human geographer and poet once said, “is
seen as a centre of meaning and a field of care.”

 

A homeland, is a place where humans feel a strong sense of

 attachment and entitlement. It carries centuries of history

 that shape our identity. Our belongingness to a place 

(home) is hugely determined by the landmarks 

present there, and the physical entities
we see, since childhood.

 

Many of us must have referred to a particular street, shop, 

shrine, museum, library, mosque, church, or school while

 talking about an incident or reminiscing about 

something in the past.

 

These landmarks act as mileposts and memories get 

weaved around them. But what if these physical

 markers that people associate with, are 

wiped out?

 

In Gaza, the pain and suffering go beyond the loss of human 

lives. The settler-colonial Zionist entity, in order to colonize 

Palestinians and change the demographic identity of the

 place, has been destroying important landmarks, 

including centuries-old heritage sites in 

the territory.

 

The roads lined with bougainvillea, the markets bustling

 with people, the mosques reverberating with calls to

 prayer, the Sunday mass..... at one of the oldest 

churches in the world, the beach that would

 be a picnic spot for families, the 

cemeteries – everything has 

come under attack.

 

Palestine has been ruled by various kingdoms throughout 

history – the Philistine (12th century BC), Egyptians 

(early 15th century BC), Babylonian (601BC), and 

the Greeks (332BC).

 

The country became an important centre of learning under

 Alexander the Great. The Romans also ruled there, 

followed by the Byzantines before it came

 under the Islamic dynasties.

 

After the fall of the Ottoman Empire, the British 

occupied Palestine during World War I.

 

With a wide galaxy of dynasties ruling the place, 

Palestine...... became the seedbed of varied 

cultures. As per archaeologists, it has 

links with a number of ancient 

civilizations.

 

In recent decades, after the illegitimate entity came into 

existence in Tel Aviv, it has been targeting the glorious

 Palestinian heritage to serve its sinister settler-

colonial agenda.

 

The regime has, in effect, weaponized archaeology and 

tried to create a biased narrative in order to justify its

 occupation of the Palestinian lands and its

oppression against the Palestinians.

 

Since October 7, when the Israeli regime launched its fresh 

aggression on Gaza, a small territory with 2.3 million 

population, the attacks to eradicate the 

archaeological sites ----- have 

dramatically surged.

 

Experts say this is being done to erase the memory 

and the connection of the people to their land.

 

As per a recent report by the Gaza media office, around 200

 monuments belonging to Christian and Islamic history and

 architecture in the besieged strip have been either 

completely or partially destroyed as a result of 

indiscriminate Israeli strikes.

 

Israeli troops have "either destroyed or damaged more 

than 200 out of 325 cultural and historical heritage 

sites in the Gaza Strip," the report said.

 

According to the Palestinian Ministry of Tourism and 

Antiquities, the exact data about archaeological 

sites destroyed in Gaza is still unavailable amid 

difficulties in conducting surveys... and 

assessing destruction on the ground. 

The unrelenting Israeli aggression 

has made their job tedious.

 

A report released on November 7 by Spain-based NGO 

“Heritage for Peace” said at least 104 archaeological

sites have been impacted by the latest Israeli war on 

Gaza, of which --- 4 have been completely destroyed.

 

That number has more than doubled 

...since the report was released.

 

“The ancient and archaeological sites destroyed by the 

(Israeli) army date back to the Phoenician and Roman 

ages, others date back between 800 BC and 1,400, 

while others were built 400 years ago”  --- the

Palestinian authorities said in a statement.

 

On December 8, the Great Omari mosque, the oldest and 

largest mosque in Gaza, was completely destroyed in 

an Israeli airstrike. Located in the centre of the old 

Gaza City, it was famous as the first mosque in

 the Gaza Strip.

 

“Heritage for Peace” reported damage to Ibn Uthman 

Mosque, dating back to the 15th century, and Sayed

 Hashem Mosque, where Prophet Muhammad’s 

(peace be upon him) great-grandfather 

Hashim Bin Abd Manaf is believed 

to be buried. 

 

Othman Bin Qashqai Mosque, in the Al Zaytoun

neighbourhood of east Gaza was also bombed

by the regime forces, killing a number of 

Palestinians who had sought refuge in 

the mosque.

 

The mosque was among one of

the oldest in the coastal strip.

 

As per official figures, at least 104 mosques have been 

reduced to rubble since the start of the Israeli 

genocidal assault on Gaza on October 7, 

which followed an unprecedented 

operation by the Hamas-led 

resistance movement 

against the Israeli 

occupation.

 

St Porphyrius church, dating back to the 5th century, 

was regarded as one of the oldest in the world. The 

church was hit by an Israeli airstrike, destroying 

the building and killing a number of people who

 had sought protection there, deeming it a

 safe place.

 

Among those who died in the church included members

 of Gaza’s Christian community who are increasingly 

staring at extinction as the regime continues its

 brutal bombardment campaign.

 

A Roman cemetery in northern Gaza, which is claimed 

to be 2,000 years old with dozens of ancient graves 

and two rare sarcophagi made of lead, was also 

completely destroyed in the bombing.

 

‘In God’s care now’

 

Some of Gaza’s museums.. have suffered complete 

destruction while many others have been partially 

damaged. Rafah Museum, in southern Gaza, 

shared two videos on its Facebook page, 

showing the building of the museum 

partially collapsed... due to 

Israeli airstrikes.

 

“There were priceless items from coins, precious stones, 

copper plates, clothes…. The Museum of Rafah is in 

God's care now,” said the director of Rafah 

Museum, Suhaila Shaheen, in a video 

posted on the museum's 

Facebook page.

 

In the video, Shaheen could be seen in the middle 

of the rubble of the destroyed museum.

 

Al Qarara Cultural Museum near Khan Younis and 

Deir Al Balah Museum in central Gaza have also 

suffered damage in the regime’s airstrikes.

 

The collection at Al Qarara Museum reportedly 

included antiquities from the Byzantine period.

 

Mohammad Abulehia, the custodian at Al Qarara Museum, 

who also helped in its establishment in 2016, confirmed 

that the building of the museum along with the 

artifacts suffered significant damage when 

a missile hit the neighbourhood.

 

Anthedon Harbour, Gaza’s first known seaport and one

of the Gazan sites on UNESCO’s world heritage 

tentative list has also been badly damaged 

in the regime's bombings.

 

The Rashad al-Shawwa Historical Cultural Centre, 

a cultural hub that hosts a theatre and a library 

with around 20,000 books, was targeted by 

the regime’s airstrike.

 

Since October 7, the Palestinian Authority’s Ministry of 

Culture has also recorded nine publishing houses and 

libraries hit by bombs with 21 other cultural centres 

partially or completely damaged.

 

The Israeli strikes have destroyed most parts of the old 

city of Gaza, which was home to houses that dated 

back at least 150 years.

 

As per the International Council on Monuments and Sites 

(ICOMOS) report, the Central Archives of Gaza City have 

been completely destroyed with thousands of historic 

documents lost forever.

 

ICOMOS has also reported damage to El Saqqa House, an 

important cultural centre of the Islamic Mamluk period, 

constructed in 1661.

 

Al Ahli Baptist Hospital, founded in 1882 and believed to 

be Gaza’s oldest hospital, was also targeted and 

partially destroyed by the regime in October, 

killing over 470 people present there.

 

Cultural cleansing campaign

 

Continuing its cultural cleansing campaign, Israel has also 

destroyed the Souq Al Zawiya, one of Gaza City’s oldest 

and most important markets. It was located close to 

the Great Omari Mosque.

 

Pasha’s Palace Museum, a 13th-century fortress, that 

was a powerful witness and narrator of the story of 

civilizations, was reduced to ruins by the 

Israeli forces. 

 

Built during the mid-13th century, the iconic palace was

 Napoleon’s choice of accommodation during his stay 

in the city in 1799, according to historians.

 

“We are very sad we lost the al Pasha Palace. Hit by an

airstrike, the Israeli vehicles and bulldozers ran over

even the rubble. This palace was treated as a 

museum, and had pieces (tracing) back to 

the Canaanite, Roman and Greek eras,”

 said Bisan Owda, a Gaza-based 

social media influencer.

 

Israel ironically is a signatory to the 1954 Hague 

Convention --- for the Protection of Cultural 

Property in the event of armed conflict.

 

The document states that the signatories shall respect 

cultural property in their own territories and the 

territories of the other parties by refraining 

from “any act of hostility” against such 

property, or from any actions that 

“expose it to destruction or 

damage in the event of 

armed conflict.”

 

“Heritage for Peace” has described Israel’s actions as a 

“blatant violation of international humanitarian law”. 

The NGO also called on the world community “to 

urgently interfere, stop such crimes & elaborate 

a common strategy for the rehabilitation and 

restoration of destroyed and damaged 

cultural heritage sites in Gaza.”

 

Palestine’s Ministry of Culture has also appealed 

to the international community to protect the

vulnerable historical buildings in Gaza ------ 

amid the regime’s unchecked aggression.

 

“The crime of targeting and destroying archaeological 

sites should spur the world and UNESCO into action

to preserve this great civilizational and cultural 

heritage,” the Palestinian Ministry said in a 

statement recently.

 

The Geneva-based human rights group, Euro-Med Monitor, 

said Israel is “intentionally destroying” archaeological

 and historical monuments in Gaza, and “explicitly 

targeting Palestinian cultural heritage.”

 

“Destroying and targeting historical and archaeological 

sites may amount to a war crime under the Rome 

Statute establishing the International Criminal 

Court, and is a clear violation of The Hague 

Convention relating to the protection of 

cultural heritage during armed 

conflicts,” it noted.

 

 

The current population of Israel,

is 80% in favour of the complete

annihilation of the Palestinians.

 

I pray for the sake of your soul,

that you do not agree with this.

 




Thinkers Forum: 

How YOU are encouraged
to be NASTY

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Yemeni blockade of Israel 

exposes Arab regimes,

rattles Western 

imperialists

December 19th, 2:33pm

by Shabbir Rizvi

 

Perhaps the best pages of history are the pages where 

the oppressed are victorious against the oppressor, 

and able to turn the tide of power with 

poetic justice.

 

Within these pages, true colours are always revealed, and 

the resolve of each player is truly put to the test. And if 

history is truly written by the victor, then this chapter 

owes some pages to be authored by the incredibly 

brave people and resistance of Yemen.

 

In the wake of the Hamas-led resistance operation Al-Aqsa 

Storm (also known as Al-Aqsa Flood), Yemen has dared to 

go where no other Arab countries have (outside of the

 Islamic resistance in Lebanon and Iraq) - not only 

directly confronting the Zionist entity, but 

enacting a crushingly successful 

blockade in the strategic zone 

of the Red Sea. 

 

Any ship willing to conduct business with the Israeli regime 

in Yemen’s territorial waters has two options - turn around, 

or risk your ship being destroyed or taken by the Yemeni

 military (Ansarallah). 

 

One has to admire this act of poetic justice. Yemen, the 

country subjected to nearly a decade of US-Saudi 

blockade, enabled by Western states, which 

spawned the world’s worst humanitarian 

crisis in the Arab country - has now 

enacted a blockade of its own - 

squeezing the already 

depleting Zionist

 economy. 

 

Anyone familiar with the societal structure of the Zionist 

occupation can tell you that its economy is extremely

 vulnerable to external shocks. This.. is a regime that 

has only lasted as long as it has due to the political 

and economic support of the US capitalist class.

 

Billions of US taxpayer money is spent annually to keep the

 illegitimate entity afloat. Meaning the Zionist occupation 

has to ensure it is justifying this staggering investment. 

 

For the US ruling class, Israel acts not only as a colonial 

military outpost but as a corridor into Asia. They need

 Zionist cooperation to facilitate the trade of goods 

coming in and out of the region, facilitating 

billions of dollars of goods annually. 

 

Yemen has decided that it will not tolerate Israeli 

trade --- while Gazan children and women are 

being mercilessly slaughtered every day.

 

Starting in November, the Yemeni military began to seize 

Israeli-connected ships - starting with the seizure of the

 “Galaxy Leader.” Outside of ship seizures, other ships 

were subject to drone, rocket, and gunboat attacks -

 including the US Navy destroyer USS Carney. 

 

Israeli-occupied port of Eilat - its third biggest - has 

effectively been shut down amid Yemeni rockets 

and drones, and its blockade in the Red Sea. 

Traffic at the port is reportedly down 

by 85%. 

 

This is no small blockade. Global shipping companies are 

thinking twice about dealing with the regime. Hong Kong 

shipping company OOCL has halted all trade with the

 Israeli regime. Maersk... one of the biggest global 

shipping companies, has also decided to pause 

operations, joining a few other companies. 

Other shipping companies have also 

followed suit.

 

Initial projections estimate billions of dollars of trade has 

been impacted. Yemen’s blockade is driving the cost of 

goods up and increasing the amount of transport time.

 

Some Israeli-linked ships have even decided to go around 

Africa into Asia, adding anywhere from two to three 

extra weeks of shipping time. 

 

And most importantly, the economic impact caused by the 

crippling blockade is creating serious political pressure. 

British Petroleum on Monday announced it would stop

 operations using the Suez Canal, due to the 

Yemeni threat.

 

Mere hours after this announcement, UK Labour Party 

leader Keir Starmer joined UK Prime Minister Rishi 

Sunak in calling for a “sustainable ceasefire” in 

Gaza, effectively breaking from the US line.

 

Yemen is forcing the world to divest from the regime 

in Tel Aviv or suffer major economic consequences.

 And it's working. 

 

Now, Zionists and its US backers are tapping into their

 regional partners. The very countries that sought to 

break Yemen - the UAE and Saudi Arabia - are now 

creating a “land bridge” trade route with the 

Zionist entity, as per reports.

 

Though this is more costly and slower, the same 

resources are now passing from the UAE into 

Saudi Arabia and Jordan in order to reach 

the occupied territories.  

 

The 2000-kilometre path is already being put to the test, 

with a reported 10 trucks already taking the path from 

Dubai to the border of Israeli-occupied territories. 

 

This is a clear attempt to circumvent the Yemeni blockade. 

The Jordanian leadership quickly moved ------ to deny the 

existence of such a “land bridge” ----- as it is a shameful 

accusation - however, it is indeed a willing participant

 in the trade of goods with the apartheid regime. 

 

The treachery of these Arab regimes is another betrayal of 

the Palestinian people. These same countries waged war 

on Yemen’s independence movement, and now they are

 participating in the war against Palestinians by aiding 

the Zionist enemy.

 

Yemen has forced these regimes

--- to show their true orientation. 

 

Even more tellingly, the Saudi regime has assisted the US 

and Israeli regime in blocking Yemeni missiles and 

drones, with its air defense systems. Rockets 

meant for the port of Eilat were reportedly 

shot down by Saudi missiles, protecting 

not only Israeli goods..... but also 

US warships. 

 

The Gulf monarchies insist that they demand “regional 

stability” ---- while allowing the Zionist regime to 

conduct open genocide in front of the world. 

 

However, the US is not satisfied with a land bridge. Some 

goods cannot be transported through the land bridge, 

and it is pricier to switch between sea, land, then 

back to sea when transporting goods from the

 US to Asia, for example. 

 

On Monday, December 18, US Defense Secretary Lloyd

 Austin announced “Operation Prosperity Guardian” - 

a ten-country coalition that would fend off the 

“Yemeni threat” in the Red Sea.

 

It’s clear that the blockade is putting economic pressure 

on the US - the operation’s name says it all. But can the

 coalition, which includes Bahrain (adding another 

country to the list of Arab nations stabbing 

Palestine in the back), actually stop the 

Yemen-created blockade?

 

Not without risking a full-scale regional war. 

First, Yemen is more than capable of 

defending itself. It fended off a 

Saudi-led coalition for ten 

years, which used US 

weaponry and 

logistics.

 

It can certainly -- defend its own territorial 

waters and skies against invading forces. 

 

Second, the coalition threat is a serious step up the 

escalation ladder --- one that would have serious

 consequences for US forces and allies that

 are unwelcome in the region.

 

Last week, Iran’s Defense Minister Mohammad Reza

Ashtiani, issued a statementL: declaring that any 

attempt by the US to form a coalition that 

disrupts peace in the region -- “will be 

faced with tremendous problems."

 

"Nobody can make a move in a region where

 we have predominance,” he asserted.

 

In recent months, Iran has had several encounters 

with US naval boats that attempted to encroach 

its territorial waters. This comes as a result of 

US military ships posing a threat to Iranian oil 

tankers and other ships - resulting in Iran 

tightening security within its 

territorial waters. 

 

Hypocritically, the same country that decries 

Yemen’s blockade, also openly participates

 in the piracy of Iranian oil!

 

The US-led coalition is foolishly risking a regional war. 

Ultimately, this would not be in the US key interests - 

and the popularity of Biden's administration would

sink even more ------ even with it being at an 

all-time low.

 

The threat of the coalition as of now

 is just policy on paper.... but if 

materialized --- could yield 

catastrophic results.

 

The United States is already the main protagonist in the

 Gaza genocide. By supplying bombs that drop on Gaza 

every day as well as political backing, it cannot wash

 its blood-stained hands.

 

But if it insists on going the extra mile and pulling itself

 into a regional war over a trade route, then all bets 

on peace --- are off.

 

The attacks on US military bases would escalate. US ships 

would be targeted. US citizens and ambassadors would 

have to be evacuated. And trade that has already 

come to a screeching halt would be prolonged

 further. All on the eve of an election year.

 

The reality is that Yemen has the imperialist West right 

where it wants it. Either end the barbaric aggression 

on Palestinians in Gaza.... or face economic and 

political ruin. 

 

It is very rare in times like this that peace sells
- but is the US buying? Time will tell. 

 

Shabbir Rizvi is a Chicago-based political analyst 

with a focus on US internal security and

 foreign policy.

 

(Original source --- PressTV --- which does

not necessarily concur with the opinions

expressed in this article.)

 

You have to admit - don't you? - that this
makes extremely interesting reading!

 



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‘If Christ were born today ---- he would 

be born under rubble, Israeli bombing’

Published On December 7th, 2023

(al Jazeera)

 

All the Palestinian churches have cancelled Christmas

 festivities this year, and one church in Bethlehem 

shares its pain.... through iconography.

 

Bethlehem's Lutheran Church decided its Christmas 

nativity scene would reflect the reality of children 

living and being born in Palestine today. 

 

Bethlehem, the occupied West Bank. The churches of 

Palestine: have announced the cancellation of all 

festive Christmas celebrations, in an expression 

of unity with Gaza and rejection of the ongoing 

aggression against Palestinians, limiting
them to masses and prayers.

 

In Bethlehem, the Lutheran Church decided that its

 Christmas nativity scene would reflect the reality

 of children living and being born in Palestine 

today, placing the symbolic Baby Jesus in

 a manger of rubble and destruction.

 

It is a poignant representation of the suffering of Gaza’s 

children who find themselves buried under what is left 

of their own homes, victims of the relentless Israeli 

bombardment.

 

“If Christ were to be born today,” Reverend Munther 

Isaac said, “he would be born under the rubble 

and Israeli shelling. This is a powerful 

message we send ---- to the world 

celebrating the holidays.”

 

The true meaning of Christmas

 

For Isaac and other church leaders, this was a way

to convey a message reflecting the birth of Christ, 

the messenger of justice, peace and dignity 

for humanity.

 

Christ was not born among the conquerors or those 

with military power, he said, but in an occupied 

country, which is what Palestine was 2,000 

years ago.

 

“Bethlehem is sad and broken. We are all in pain about 

what is happening in Gaza, feeling helpless and 

overwhelmed by our inability to offer 

anything,” he said.

 

Um Bishara, a mother of four, told Al Jazeera she was

surprised to see the nativity scene with Baby Jesus 

in the rubble on Sunday.

 

Weeping, she had to sit down as the significance of the 

display hit her and dedicated her fervent prayers to

 the children of Gaza, praying that they find 

peace and safety.

 

A devout woman, Um Bishara hopes the prayers of the 

Holy Land’s faithful at Christmas --- can stop the pain

 and killing, replacing them with hope and peace.

 

Forgetting the Palestinian Christians

 

Two weeks ago, Isaac delivered a letter from the churches

 of Bethlehem, a city of significant religious importance,

 to the US administration in Washington, DC.

 

The letter urged US President Biden, the US Congress and 

heads of US churches to apply Christ’s message rejecting 

injustice and called for an end to the genocidal war

 in Gaza.

 

“Some people in the West...... forget the existence of 

Palestinian Christians. This war affects everything 

Palestinian, whether Muslim or Christian. It is our

 responsibility now ------- to raise our voices as a 

nation ------ to stop this war,” Isaac said.

 

Continuing, he explained how saddened he was by several 

conversations he had in the US... where he was told that 

Israel’s assault on Gaza was justified as self-defence. 

 

However, he added, the thousands of children and

 innocents killed daily, and the churches and 

hospitals being bombed ---- do not figure in 

their calculus.

 

He knows the struggle to bring about change will be long

 because the Palestinian struggle is not only this war 

but a deeper struggle to affirm the legitimacy of 

Palestinian existence.

 

Anton Nassar, principal of the Dar Al-Kalima Lutheran

School, said Bethlehem is sad and in pain this year 

....but it has not lost hope.

 

He explained that while the nativity scene represents 

the reality of Palestinian lives, it also reflects hope 

as the infant Jesus is born in the rubble, a new 

light amidst pain.

 

He said, “We believe in the existence of hope 

and the hope of the birth of Jesus in the 

city of peace, the holy city.”

 

“This is what is reflected in this painting ---- placed in the

church -- where we pray for a just peace in our country. 

We pray for an immediate cessation of the genocidal 

war on Gaza - and for the people of Gaza to enjoy a

 peace built on justice.”

 

“Christmas is in the heart,” Nassar said. “We pray 

and invoke Jesus to be born again in our lives, 

our country, our churches, and our schools, 

so that we can live in peace and stability 

and achieve our independent state 

with its capital, Jerusalem.”




No-one who calls themselves Christian would 

stop struggling and caring for the people in 

Palestine --- and would attempt to stop it. 

 

Ask yourself - if you have even attended one 

demonstration - or sent even one email,

tweet or text to your local councillor 

or MP --- (even if he is... a willing 

''Friend of Israel'' - and a Tory 

in a red jacket). 

 

Because if you haven't ------ you are

NOT a Christian --- but a hypocrite

who is literally taking the Lord's

name in vain.

 

Exodus 20:7 “You shall not take the name of 

the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD 

will not hold guiltless anyone who 

takes his name in vain.”

 

What do you think?

Too vain to reply?




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FACTBOX: Patrushev... discusses 

national unity and long-standing 

conflict ------ with the West

November 4th, 1:27pm (TASS) 

 

On National Unity Day, Russian Secretary of the Security 

Council, Nikolay Patrushev, spoke on the historical 

significance of protecting Russia’s sovereignty 

in the long-running conflict with the West.

 

National Unity Day

 

- National Unity Day represents the Russian people's 

triumph over internal and external challenges 

through unity and coherence.

 

- During the Time of Troubles, Russia was on the verge of 

losing its sovereignty, but its people "united, defended

 their own country and state," drove out invaders and 

traitors, reestablished authority, and embarked on 

a path of independent development.

 

- This was made possible by the tremendous spiritual 

uplift of the country's multinational people, "whose 

statehood has always been based on three pillars 

- unity, faith, and a strong, vertical power."

 

Age-old conflict

 

- Europe has long wanted to destroy the Russian state, 

which has manifested itself in attempts at "political

 intrigue, economic enslavement, and 

direct aggression.

 

- Almost all of Europe has participated in aggression

 against Russia, from the German Knights to the 

Nazis in the twentieth century.

 

- Russia has always been a "bone in the West's throat," 

obstructing its hegemonic goals while representing 

a powerful civilizational alternative.

 

- Western Russophobic ideologues devised schemes to 

bring Russia to its knees, which served as the basis 

for the Western conspiracy to destroy the country.

 

The new Time of Troubles in the 1990s

 

- The eventful 1990s became the "new Time of Troubles," 

when the existence of the Russian state was once 

again threatened.

 

- The collapse of the USSR emboldened the authorities 

of the United States and other Western leaders, who 

believed that they could destroy Russia ---- by 

dividing it.

 

- In the 1990s, Western advisers flocked to Russia, 

attempting to create turmoil by "encouraging 

separatism, imposing debt bonds and 

onerous international obligations. 

The West was counting on 

creating turmoil ---- and 

establishing external

control over Russia.

 

- The West also used additional levers of pressure, 

such as NATO's aggressive push to the East, 

support for extremism and extreme 

religious groups, and "a wave of 

defamation of the Russian 

Orthodox Church and 

traditional Islam.

 

- As a result of the ''radical'' reforms imposed by the West,
the country's standard of living declined, unemployment
increased, industry, agriculture, transportation, and the
financial system --- were destroyed, and the military-
industrial complex effectively ceased to fulfill 

its primary function of providing advanced 

weaponry to the armed forces.

 

- In the 1990s, international terrorism -- posed a significant 

threat to Russian sovereignty, while Western governments 

hypocritically called the terrorists "fighters for freedom

 and democracy.''

 

Challenging the West

 

- After becoming president in 2000, Vladimir Putin focused

 his efforts on stabilizing the country's internal life and 

restoring constitutional order.

 

- As a result of the president's policies, strong systemic 

anti-crime measures have been implemented, and the 

number of criminal acts has decreased by more 

than a third, since 2000.

 

- In the early 2000s, Putin saw a multipolar world order as

 the solution to many international problems. His famous 

Munich speech was devoted to the idea that a unipolar 

model was not only unacceptable, but generally
unattainable in today's world.

 

- In August 2008, the West tested Russia's strength by 

igniting the Georgian-South Ossetian conflict. As a 

result, the country reformed its army ---- and

introduced new types of weapons.

 

- However, the West did not relent - as a result of the 

Washington-engineered coup in Ukraine in 2014, 

supporters of neo-Nazi ideologies came to 

power in Kiev, from where they promptly 

launched a genocide against 

the Russian people.

 

Fighting neo-Nazism in Ukraine

 

- Despite Western sanctions and pressure, Russia could

not tolerate the atrocities committed by Ukrainian neo-

Nazis and supported the demand for the reunification 

of the millions of inhabitants of the original 

Russian territories.

 

- Ukrainian officials and their Western backers are 

increasingly resorting to blatant terrorist tactics 

to terrorize the population and damage Russia.

 

- Ultimately, Kiev officials will have to answer for attempts

 to annihilate the Russian people in Donbass, as well as 

for the deaths of Ukrainians in a fratricidal war.

 

- Ukrainian neo-Nazis will be tried in an international 

court for attempting a provocation by detonating

 a "dirty bomb".

 

- There are reasonable forces in Ukraine. They 

are suppressed, but they are ready to fight 

the neo-Nazi regime.

 

Sanctions war

 

- The West launched an unprecedented economic 

war against Russia, but its blitzkrieg failed.

 

- Western censorship is working hard to eliminate stories

 about Russia's good development trends. "The Anglo-

Saxon media deliberately ignore the obvious fact 

that Russia has been able to ensure its military,

 economic and food security.

 

- A large number of unjust sanctions have been imposed 

on Russia, but the country is dealing with them. The 

economy has recovered and has already 

exceeded the level of 2021.

 

- The Russian economy has demonstrated its stability
and its ability to develop gradually in the face
of global economic uncertainty --- and
the imposition of restrictive 
economic measures.

 

Multipolar world against the "new order"

 

- The West intends to create more hotspots near Russia,
similar to Ukraine, but Moscow will not be deterred.

 

- Washington, along with Russia, China and India, will 

become just one of several poles in the new 

multipolar world order, but Europe is 

unlikely to be able to claim....

 even that.

 

- Russia, under Putin, has offered a civilizational

 alternative to the West that is gaining traction. 

At least 25 countries have expressed a desire 

to join or cooperate with BRICS.

 

-- Russia prioritizes the development of relations 

with its nearest neighbours, especially Belarus,

 through the Union State.

 

- Moscow is in contact with Baku and Yerevan

 to normalize relations, and a peace treaty is 

being drafted.

 

- Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan declared

 that Nagorno-Karabakh is Azerbaijani territory....

 under the influence of the West.

 

Remembering history

 

- While the West tries to rewrite history, Russia treats

 it with care and..... does not allow it to be lost.

 

- Future generations must know the truth and remember

 that it was Russia that overcame fascism at the cost 

of nearly 30 million deaths of its people.

 

- Amendments to the Constitution in 2020 restored the

 supremacy of national law and established laws on 

the security of the country's borders and territories.

 

- The support of the majority of the population for the

 President's plans in the 2020 referendum, created 

the basis - for Russia's future prosperity, stability, 

security and good living conditions for its people.

 

 

Well done, Russia - your country is now

respected again by 80% of the world

and also by millions in the so-called

''democracies'' of the West.

 

When and if you start calling

each other Comrade, again,

you will have returned on

your path, perfectly!

 

I always wanted the merging

of genuine Christianity with

communism, and believe in

your ability to achieve that.

 

May all our readers work

and pray to achieve this.

 

What do you think?

 

 

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US not merely complicit but 


architect and mastermind 


of Israel’s Gaza genocide


by Mohammad Hashim


October 31st,  1:35pm


(PressTV)


 


As the chorus for an end to the Israeli regime’s genocidal 


campaign in the besieged Gaza Strip grows louder, it is


 becoming increasingly clear who the real protagonist 


and mastermind is.


 


While the overwhelming majority of countries voted in 


favour of the humanitarian truce in Gaza during the 


UN General Assembly session last week, the US 


and some of its vassal states, opposed


the resolution.


 


The vote laid bare which side Americans and their allies 


were on – the side of occupation and apartheid.


 


It came days after US President Joe Biden dashed off to 


Tel Aviv in a show of support for the Israeli regime even 


as Israeli warplanes continued to pummel densely-


populated civilian areas in Gaza.


 


On the eve of Biden’s visit, an Israeli warplane targeted a 


hospital in northern Gaza, killing more than 700 people, 


including patients and those who had taken refuge 


at the hospital, after being displaced.


 


Biden refused to condemn the Israeli regime, rather 


blamed the “other side” for the bombing, parroting


 the Israeli narrative. He had previously also


 peddled the Zionist lie about children 


being beheaded.


 


During the whirlwind trip, he even described himself as 


a “Zionist” and repeated a line he infamously said as a


 senator in 1986: “If there were not an Israel, we’d 


have to invent one.”


 


Biden, however, isn’t the only American batting for the 


occupying regime and preventing efforts aimed at de-


escalation. Many current and former US officials 


have come out openly in support of the regime.


 


Antony Blinken, US Secretary of State who was one of 


the first foreign officials to land in Tel Aviv following


 the events of October 7, has made a series of 


not-so-diplomatic statements in recent days.


 


In an interview with NBC last week, the top US diplomat 


said that Israel should “already be devising a strategy”


 of who rules the besieged Gaza Strip after Hamas is 


removed from the scene.


 


He was only echoing what Israeli Premier Benjamin 


Netanyahu said earlier about the “elimination of 


Hamas” being the defined goal for the regime 


in its latest genocidal campaign in the 


barricaded territory.


 


A former US military official, Ret. Gen. Barry McCaffrey, 


speaking on MSNBC on Sunday, said the US is likely to 


“directly intervene with air and naval strikes” --- if the 


regime’s existence is threatened.


 


"I would suggest to you our support of Israel will be 


absolute, and if we see Syrian military intervention, 


active Iranian military intervention, we'll go to war," 


McCaffrey said on the show.


 


The unconditional and uncritical support for the Israeli 


regime from the top-tier US past and present 


leadership has prompted many pundits to 


suggest that Washington -- is the key 


player in this war.


 


It’s not merely complicit in what’s unfolding in the 


besieged Gaza Strip, but it is the engineer, the 


architect and the main mastermind of this 


genocidal campaign against the people 


of Palestine.


 


As Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed 


Ali Khamenei said in a speech last week, the US is a 


“definite accomplice” of the Zionist regime and its 


hands are drenched in the blood of the oppressed.


 


“Actually, it is the US that is somehow managing the


crime that is being committed in Gaza. The US ---


is the one that is managing things,” Ayatollah 


Khamenei remarked.


 


These words carry tremendous weight and establish the 


fact that the regime in Tel Aviv is remotely controlled 


by Washington as both need each other to carry 


out destabilizing activities in the region.


 


It’s a well-established fact that the Zionist killing 


machine is funded by Washington -- including 


over $3.8 billion annual military assistance 


the US provides annually to the regime to 


purchase weaponry.


 


In recent weeks, there have also been reports 


about two US aircraft carriers being 


dispatched to the region, a move 


basically meant to provide 


military cover to the 


vulnerable entity 


in Tel Aviv.


 


All these developments suggest beyond doubt that 


the United States basically owns this war that is


 increasingly looking unwinnable for the 


‘weaker than spider web’


 Israeli regime.


 


Even though Biden’s deputy Kamala Harris insists that 


Washington has “no intention” to deploy combat 


troops to the occupied territories, reports 


suggest US boots are already on the 


ground there.


 


There have also been reports about the US secretly


 expanding its military base on the occupied land


 near Gaza, which again points to US complicity 


and a key role --- in what’s unfolding in Gaza.


 


Intercept reported this week that the Pentagon awarded a


 multimillion-dollar contract to build its secret base deep 


inside the occupied territories, just 20 miles from Gaza, 


code-named ‘Site 512.’


 


The classified base will include what the report called


 a “life support facility” for the dying regime.


 


“Though President Joe Biden and the White House insist 


that there are no plans to send U.S. troops to Israel 


amid its war on Hamas, a secret U.S. military


 presence in Israel already exists,” the


 report stated.


 


As Ali Akbar Velayati, the Iranian Leader’s senior advisor,


 stated on Monday, the Israeli regime will not even last 


one day without the support of the United States and 


European countries.


 


So it becomes clear that the occupying regime cannot


 go ahead or sustain any military aggression without 


Washington’s green light as well as political and


 military patronage.


 


In the case of the ongoing bombing campaign in the 


Gaza Strip, which will eventually lead to the demise 


of the illegitimate regime. the United States is not 


only complicit, but the mastermind.


 


Mohammad Hashim is a political and


 media analyst focused on West Asia


 


(The views expressed in this article ---- do 


not necessarily reflect those of Press TV.)


 


 


Israel is often described as the US'


''attack dog'' in the Middle East.


 


If you had a distant relative who sent a


dog to where you live --- that beseiged


you --- and periodically killed your


children - what would YOU do?


 


 


____________________________________


 

 


The catastrophe in Gaza
Ceasefire Now!

by Tatiana Belova

October 21st, 10:24am 

 (Vesti.ru)




Rescuers of the Russian Emergencies Ministry delivered 27 

tons of humanitarian aid to the population of the Gaza Strip. 

These are, first of all, extremely necessary food and 

medicines. Russian humanitarian aid was handed 

over to representatives of the Egyptian Red 

Crescent Society to be sent to the 

Palestinian enclave. 

 

The situation of Gazans is catastrophic. This

is especially true ---- for access to water.

 

The Palestinian civilians found themselves in unbearable

 conditions. According to the latest UN report, Gazans 

now have access to at best 3 litres of water a day

 instead of the minimum 50 litres.

 

The Gaza Strip is practically cut off from the rest of the 

world. Water and food are sorely lacking. For bread –

 stampede and queues. A video of Palestinian 

children searching for food, in the rubble
of their homes, has spread across 

social networks. 

 

Power was cut off in Gaza for nine consecutive days.

 Hospitals are on the verge of collapse. Due to the 

lack of light, surgeons are forced to suspend 

operations. Some people... have to work in 

the dark. 59 medical institutions were hit,

 26 were seriously damaged. At least
16 health workers were killed and
over 20 were injured.

 

The situation with the water supply, is particularly

deplorable. The water crisis has been developing 

in Gaza for decades. The reason for this is the 

depletion of the underground aquifer and the

 regular blockades that Israel arranges for 

the region.

 

Residents of the enclave are forced to drill and dig wells 

to get access to water. According to the Palestinian 

Water Authority, there are 10,000 wells in Gaza, 

2,700 wells for the agricultural sector and 

7,000 private wells drilled by residents 

without a license.

 

"The whole problem -- is that there are extremely specific 

soils. And these soils are seriously saline. Accordingly, 

if the well is legal ------ it is still being cleaned and 

desalinated. And if the wells are illegal, let's 

just say... that the water from them
is desalinated exclusively by 

artisanal means," explains 

Sergey Demidenko, Dean 

of the School of Political 

Studies at the RANEPA 

Institute of National

Economy and Public

 Administration.

 

Many desalination plants were destroyed after Israeli 

strikes. As a result --- Gazans are forced to drink 

brackish water. It has exceeded the indicators 

of sodium, chlorine, and nitrates. Such water
---- is dangerous for health, especially

for children. 

 

And it is also teeming with various infections. The region 

has experienced regular outbreaks of cholera and 

typhoid fever before. Now, amid the destruction 

of critical infrastructure --- doctors expect a 

surge in cases in the Palestinian enclave.

 

"There are a lot of biological threats. The list --- is huge. The 

most banal intestinal infections-shigellosis, salmonellosis,

E. coli. In fact they are banal only at first glance because 

in the absence of control, or effective treatment, they
provide a high mortality rate, especially in children. 

Cholera --- in principle, there were outbreaks. This 

is what everyone expects with the current state. 

It is not a fact that it will necessarily happen,

but the risks ------ are very high" --- warns 

Nikolai Kryuchkov, an immunologist.

 

To prevent a catastrophe, Russia proposed a humanitarian 

resolution on Gaza and Israel at the UN Security Council 

earlier this week. However, it was rejected. The US,
UK, France, and Japan --- voted against it.

 

"Humanitarian access must be granted immediately. We call

 for an early ceasefire and the opening of corridors for the

 delivery of urgent humanitarian aid to the affected areas 

of the enclave and an exit of civilians, for an immediate 

end to violence against civilians, regardless of their

place of residence," stressed Vasily Nebenzya, 

Permanent Representative of the Russian 

Federation to the UN.

 

However, the other day things got off the ground a little. 

Egypt, has agreed to open the Rafah crossing to send 

humanitarian aid to residents of the Gaza Strip. 

 

On Friday, about 200 trucks piled up near the checkpoint.

 UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres even arrived in

 Rafah to track the delivery of the first humanitarian 

supplies to the Palestinian enclave, on the spot.

 

However, it is obvious that the humanitarian catastrophe 

in Gaza can be stopped - only after a ceasefire.

This, is what Russia is calling for.

 

 

Don't look away !
Write, march,
fiight, pray...

Just don't do what the Pharisee did
--- as Jesus taught us all --- in the
parable of the good neighbour.

Don't ''cross over to the 
other side of the road.''

What do you think?




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RS: The US would do better to enlist 

the support of Russia and China

 to resolve the conflict in

 the Middle East

October 20th, 2023 

(source: Responsible Statecraft

retold by InoTV)

 

With their authority and influence in the Middle East, 

Russia and China could help the US achieve a 

settlement of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict 

--- and prevent its spread throughout the 

region, writes Responsible Statecraft.

 

 If the situation escalates further, there is a danger that the 

ongoing armed confrontation will draw Washington and

 Moscow into fighting on opposite sides, and China 

will provide assistance to Russia.

 

The conflict in the Middle East - poses two serious threats to

 the United States. First, it is a deadly threat to Israel, which

 may arise as a result of a joint attack on it by Hamas, 

Hezbollah and Iran (especially if Russia helps it), and

 the resumption of the intifada. 

 

Secondly, there is a danger that such a regional conflict will 

draw the United States and Russia into fighting on opposite 

sides, and China will provide assistance to Russia, 

writes Responsible Statecraft.

 

Preventing both situations is crucial for both the US's own

 security and Israel's, which largely depends on China and 

Russia helping to contain their partners in the region in 

exchange for Israel's restraint in the Gaza Strip.

 

The most likely route to this double jeopardy --- would be to 

launch a full-scale Israeli ground invasion of the Gaza Strip, 

for which Hamas is almost certainly prepared and which it 

may well have originally intended to provoke. The invasion

--- will inevitably involve prolonged urban fighting and 

massive civilian casualties, leading to widespread 

outrage in the region. 

 

This may trigger a military response from Hezbollah, which 

in turn will put massive pressure on Iran to force Tehran 

to support its Lebanese partner.

 

The northern front between Israel & Iran-backed Hezbollah 

could also well extend into Syria, drawing Russia or even

 Turkey directly into the fighting. Neither side is looking 

for a direct clash with Israel --- because the Hamas 

attack, has already caught Iran off guard, Russia

 is completely engrossed in the Ukraine conflict, 

and Turkey will lose the leverage it uses to 

maneuver between the US, EU, Russia, 

and regional players ---- south of its 

borders. However, circumstances

 may force these States to make 

choices... that they would
prefer to avoid.

 

Choosing between China and Russia will make it easier for 

the United States to enlist Beijing's help. China has the 

most to lose from an expanded regional conflict that 

could threaten access to its oil reserves, drive up 

energy prices.. and disrupt international trade,
on which the country's economy depends. 

 

In addition, China could also benefit from working with the 

United States to contain the crisis and stabilize the region, 

bolstering its prestige on the world stage and reassuring 

the US, which fears that Beijing intends to "destabilize"

 the international "order."

 

Washington will not want to give the leading role in the

 region to China - even though China is already playing 

such a role regardless of the US desire, as evidenced

 by its support for Saudi-Iranian rapprochement. 

 

Successful cooperation with China in the Middle East would 

mark a return to previous US statements that Washington 

hopes Beijing will become a "responsible stakeholder" 

on the world stage, rather than an enemy.

 

The situation is more complicated with Russia, as it has 

good relations with both Israel and Iran, and has fought 

alongside Hezbollah in Syria. In addition, the level of

hostility and distrust.... that grew long before the 

Ukrainian conflict between the USt and Russia 

is off the scale. It is obvious that Russia is 

strongly tempted to create problems for 

the US ---- and take advantage of the 

situation --- to strengthen its ties 

with Iran, the Arab world, and 

countries of the Global South 

--- at the expense of the US.

 

Fortunately for the United States, Moscow also has reason 

to worry about the deepening conflict in the Middle East. 

 

First of all, Russia has long been concerned about the issue 

of Islamic terrorism. After the events of September 11, a

 strong sense of unity of interests with the US in the 

fight against terrorism emerged in Moscow. As a 

result of this perception of a common threat, the 

West's policy in Libya and Syria was met in 

Russia not only with rage, but also with 

bewilderment. Faced with the obvious 

danger of Islamist extremism and the 

terrible example of the war in Iraq, 

Russian analysts could not under-

stand.. how the West could have

followed a course ------- aimed at 

destroying the Libyan & Syrian 

states -------and expanding

opportunities for the 

spread of religious 

terrorism.

 

The resumption of at least limited cooperation with Russia, 

in the fight against terrorism --- is both one of the ways to a

 possible broader settlement and is extremely necessary in

 itself, because the current conflict, is sure to increase the 

terrorist threat to the West. Terrorist attacks have already 

begun in Europe. The United States also needs to resume 

negotiations with Russia on the future of Syria, as the US 

strategy to overthrow the political regime has long failed.

 

Neither Russia nor China has sufficient leverage to prevent

 Hezbollah from opening a northern front with Israel - if the 

Israeli military launches a full invasion of the Gaza Strip. 

 

However ------- Beijing and Moscow probably have enough 

influence to guarantee Tel Aviv that Hamas supporters 

will not take part in the clashes in exchange for some 

measure of restraint on the part of the Israelis.

 

 The United States should enlist the support of Russia and 

China, and then it will be easier to resolve the conflict in 

the Middle East, Responsible Statecraft concludes.

 

 

Some chance? No chance!

What do you think?

 

 

___________________________________________



How Palestinian resistance 

gained upper hand with its

strategic military operation

October 17th, 1:39pm

by Julia Kassem

 

The Israeli regime’s humiliating withdrawal from Gaza 

in 2005, placed the coastal strip at the centre of the 

illegitimate entity’s wrath as Gazans rejected the 

comprador authority that ruled the West Bank, 

marking a reversal and upheaval of the
plan of Zionists.

 

After that, Gaza was subjected to a brutal blockade, 

depriving it of clean water, strictly limiting its food, 

and every once in a while shelling the world’s 

largest open-air prison.

 

Before the Tel Aviv regime launched its genocidal aerial 

bombardment campaign, it was caught by complete 

surprise on the morning of October 7, 2023, when 

the Gaza-based Hamas resistance movement 

launched the ‘Al-Aqsa Storm’ operation.

 

Following the barrage of rockets that pounded the occupied

 territories, Hamas’s Izzidin al-Qassam brigade fighters 

broke through the regime’s highly-fortified fence and 

ambushed bases in Israeli-occupied Beit Hanoon 

(called Erez by the occupation) border crossing, 

the Zikim base, and the Gaza division

 headquarters at Reim.

 

Within a few hours, the Palestinian resistance fighters had 

already captured 35 Israeli military personnel, killed 

dozens, and captured vast swathes of occupied 

towns. They dragged out senior Israeli regime 

commander Nimrod Aloni --- responsible for 

planning operations against resistance 

groups - in his undergarments.

 

Almost immediately, the resistance eliminated the entire 

Israeli battalion responsible for overseeing, monitoring 

and surveillance of the besieged Gaza Strip.

 

This knocked out the occupation’s intelligence capabilities 

to the extent that PM Benjamin Netanyahu himself had no

 clue about it even hours after the operation, and Israeli 

units failed to respond - let alone inform the public -
for at least 6 hours.

 

The information then revealed --- that one of the bases 

ambushed by the resistance was a publicly unknown 

one - and not only did the Palestinian fighters know 

where the base was, but were able to specifically 

target and destroy the communications 

infrastructure there.

 

It was entirely the work of Palestinian resistance - despite

 a Wall Street Journal article claiming the operation was 

carried out with the help of Iran - an erroneous lie, 

especially the reference to “Hezbollah 

security sources”.

 

Iran’s United Nations office dismissed the claim, while

reaffirming the Islamic Republic's unflinching support

for the Palestinian resistance --- and the 

surprise operation.

 

The lie was later retracted by the Pentagon, issuing 

a statement that there was no evidence of Iran’s 

involvement, but already, it was clear that Iran 

was also a target --- likely at the request of a 

desperate regime in Tel Aviv, who realized

that its security, like its impenetrable 

wall, was completely broken.

 

The Palestinian resistance was victorious not because 

of any co-incidence or luck --- but because of its 

strategic vision and military prowess, which 

is lacking on the other side.

 

The Palestinian resistance’s operation, which came in

 response to daily atrocities against Palestinians - as 

well as the repeated desecration of Al-Aqsa Mosque 

by regime forces and settlers -- exposed not only 

chinks in the regime’s military apparatus -- but 

also the complete absence of strategy in the 

Zionist entity ------ so it had to resort to 

propaganda and false narratives.

 

As the threat of a ground invasion becomes more

 pronounced, the Zionist entity finds itself at a 

crossroads: either to back down and accept 

defeat ----- or move ahead with a ground 

invasion ----- and face the wrath of 

all fronts of the resistance axis.

 

The latter scenario almost ensures the Zionist entity’s 

crushing defeat - both in terms of being pulled across

two fronts as well as facing Lebanon’s Hezbollah 

resistance movement, which has grown 

considerably stronger... since its

 thumping victory over Israel 

in 2006.

 

The prospects of an Israeli defeat are particularly high -- as 

the events that unfolded on October 7 reveal. The regime’s 

lack of strategy pushes it into the fold of ideology and 

cruel, sadistic idealism, producing its “tactics” (if you 

can call them that) of shock-and-awe terror and 

intimidation, of mass genocide of Gazans, to 

produce civilian intimidation - devastation

- where military victories cannot be 

matched up.

 

Despite the Palestinian resistance’s superior intelligence 

capabilities and strong command of strategy, the Zionist 

entity could drum up nothing more intelligent than a 

propaganda campaign - equating the Palestinian

resistance, particularly Hamas - to the Daesh

terrorist group --- alongside other orientalist 

tropes aimed at dehumanizing Palestinians

--- to justify horrific war crimes and mass 

murder, carried out in the absence of 

a strategy.

 

The Palestinians -- were projected as bloodthirsty savage 

men with appetites for rape and murder who had nothing 

better to do than to target scantily-clad white settler 

women and murder children.

 

These tropes, present in different forms during the Al-Aqsa 

Storm operation (also known as the Al-Aqsa Flood), were 

quickly debunked.

 

The most notorious of these Zionist lies was that 40 babies 

were beheaded by Hamas in the kibbutz of Kfar Aza on 

October 10. The lies were debunked over and over 

again, (with the Zionist entity adding insult to 

injury in tweeting an AI-generated image of 

a burned “baby”) but the damage --- in 

invoking a sensationalist reaction

 to orientalist tropes --- stuck.

 

Israel used it not just to justify its aerial bombardment of 

civilians in Gaza, but also -- to manufacture consent for 

such a campaign amongst Americans, whose support 

is so critical for Tel Aviv to even consider launching 

its ground offensive, and whose public has grown 

more hesitant to pour more money for wars 

abroad - especially post-Ukraine.

 

On October 13, the Israeli regime demanded North Gaza’s 

nearly 1 million inhabitants evacuate to the south of the 

territory, warning them of an incoming, unforgiving 

aerial bombardment campaign. The order even 

applied to hospitals that were teeming with 

critical patients.

 

Gazan authorities immediately slammed the warnings as 

psychological warfare, with Hamas leadership urging 

citizens not to fall into Zionist schemes

 “to create another Nakba.”

 

Hamas pointed out in an English-language telegram 

statement that targeting hospitals was a violation 

of international law. Yet Israel pressed harder in 

forcing a mass evacuation - or at least making 

it look like they had warned Palestinians 

before their brutal annihilation.

 

When terrified Palestinians heeded the threatening orders 

and traveled south - the humanitarian corridor became a 

target for the regime, which rained bombs on numerous 

convoys, massacring and injuring over 200 civilians, 

mostly women and children.

 

In the short term, the regime has sought to wipe out Gaza 

of not its resistance, but of its inhabitants, first by aiming 

to establish a security belt from the North of Gaza before 

moving in to wipe out Gaza of its entire population, tear 

through underground tunnels, and washing away its 

crimes by reinstating the illegal occupying 

settlements (“Gush Katif”) removed as 

part of the occupying entity’s 

withdrawal in 2005.

 

These campaigns of terror and mass murder serve a 

nefarious displacement project - one that would see 

Gaza’s two million inhabitants dead - or, in the long 

term, pushed, permanently displaced, into Egypt’s 

Sinai to live in tents (and forever panhandle from 

the liberal wing of Global Zionism as begging

 recipients of paltry “aid”), as recurrent 

Israeli proposals have indicated.

 

Just as Daesh’s forced displacement of Syrians and Iraqis 

from the region’s oil-rich north enabled trillions in US oil

 extortion to take place, the forced exodus of 

Palestinians, squashes out any hope for 

Palestinian sovereignty over land and 

resources - including an estimated 

$15 billion in offshore oil wealth 

in the occupied Palestinian 

maritime boundary.

 

Like Daesh, the Zionist entity functions outside of any 

legal or humanitarian standards or laws, be it

 religious or liberal-secular.

 

Like Daesh, the Zionist entity invokes indiscriminate 

campaigns of mass murder and violence, to 

cleanse the population and uphold an 

ever-expanding ethno-state.

 

Like Daesh, the Zionist entity upholds its reign of terror 

through supremacists, a twisted ideology that 

disregards vision for nihilistic dogma.

 

And like Daesh, the Zionist entity carries out its genocidal

campaigns essentially to the benefit of the West, with 

whom it finds itself in collusion with chaos-inducing 

means to plunge Palestine and the Arab world into

 a reactionary, servile end.

 

Yet like Daesh, the illegitimate regime’s genocidal goals 

executed with a lack of a constructive vision and 

harnessed by death and destruction - come amid 

a waning US hegemony ----- that Israel is 

completely dependent upon. So the 

future looks particularly bleak
for the regime.

 

On the other hand, the resistance axis, following the latest 

developments, clearly holds the upper hand in this battle 

– a battle that will end in the annihilation of the 

apartheid regime.   

 

Julia Kassem is a freelance writer, having contributed

to Detroit's own Riverwise, Against the Current, 

and nationally syndicated outlets such as 

Counterpunch, Mintpressnews, 

and TruthOut.

 

 

Truly, some amazing insights.

I don't think the Palestinians

are going to lose - and tens

of thousands of Israelis

now leaving Israel --- 

seem to agree.

 

What do you think?

 

 

_____________________________________



What the Communists are fighting for
A decent youth policy 

October 14th, 2:56pm

(Press service of Stalingrad 

Regional Committee of the 

Communist Party of the 

Russian Federation) 

 

Meeting of Komsomol activists of the 

Southern Federal District opened 

in Volgograd.

 

On October 13, a gathering of Komsomol activists from the 

Southern Federal District, started in Volgograd. Opening 

the forum, Tamara Golovacheva, First Secretary of the

Stalingrad Regional Committee of the Communist 

Party of the Russian Federation... addressed 

young delegates, from the Astrakhan and 

Rostov regions, the Republic of Crimea,

 the city of Sevastopol, the Krasnodar 

Territory, Adygea, and the Donetsk 

and Luhansk People's Republics: 

 

"On behalf of....... the regional Committee of the Communist

Party of the Russian Federation, I would like to welcome 

you to the heroic - and unruly - Stalingrad land. Your 

Komsomol rally -- is held in the year of the 80th 

anniversary of the Victory at Stalingrad, and 

October is crowned by another date - the 

105th anniversary of the only political 

and mass organization in the world,

the All-Union Leninist Communist 

Youth Union.''

 

''In a difficult time for our country, during the years of the Civil 

War and foreign military intervention, no one then realized 

what lies ahead for young people.. what they have to do,

 what the main task is to fulfill. This task was voiced at

 the third congress of the Komsomol in October 1920, 

where Vladimir Ilyich Lenin told young people that 

they need to learn ----- that you can become a 

communist only if you enrich your memory 

with knowledge of all the riches that 

humanity has developed. Learn 

and work. Build new cities, 

railways, and factories.''

 

''During the years of the struggle against the Nazi invaders, 

ten million Komsomol members ------ went to the front.
3.5 thousand of them received the title Hero of the 

Soviet Union. Among them, were our Stalingrad 

heroes: Nikolai Serdyukov, Mikhail Panikakha, 

Sasha Filippov, Yakov Pavlov... and 

many others.''

 

''The legendary Komsomol tribe is alive today, it continues to

 work and grows stronger - together with the history of the

 country under the leadership of the Communist Party.'' 

 

''I wish you fruitful work at the Meeting, and with your 

Komsomol enthusiasm and energy, always keep up 

with the party, fight and win."

 

During the Gathering of Komsomol activists, participants will 

listen to lectures on the history of the Communist Party and 

the Komsomol, take part in a seminar on journalism, learn 

how to conduct propaganda work, and discuss the

prospects for the development of the LKSM 

and the country as a whole.  

 

 

''Knowledge of all the riches that 

humanity has developed.'' Wow!

 

Have you taken a look -- at the

mass media and social media

in your country, today?

 

What did you learn?

 

 


________________________________

 



Bloomberg: Russia and China will 

benefit from the war in Gaza, and 

the West will have to answer for 

"double standards"

(source: Bloomberg

retold by InoTV)

October 13th, 2023 

 

A war in the Middle East can cause serious damage 

to the power and authority of the West, and the 

only winners in the war in Gaza may be 

Russia and China, according 

to Bloomberg.

 

The two countries' positions on the Israeli-Palestinian

 conflict, differ, creating an even greater rift in the 

current world situation. Too many countries 

around the world accuse Israel of illegally 

occupying Palestinian land - continuing 

settlement expansion, and oppressing

 the Palestinian people. 

 

The moral necessity of the creation of Israel after World War 

II was not recognized even by the remote countries of Asia 

and Africa, let alone the Middle East: most of them still do 

not agree that the Palestinians were deprived of property 

and punished for the crimes of European countries.

 

But - as Bloomberg notes - it is not just Israel's attempts to

normalize relations with its Arab neighbours that are now 

under threat. A prolonged and widespread conflict in the

 Middle East "will drain the West's resources in relation

 to Ukraine," which "were already scarce and subject 

to domestic political opposition in the US and other 

countries." Moreover, little will remain of the Biden 

administration's ambitious efforts to counter 

China's growing influence in the Middle 

East, whether it's a peace deal 

between Saudi Arabia and 

Israel, or a proposed 

economic corridor

 linking India....

 to Europe. 

 

According to the US newspaper, the war in the 

Middle East has already undermined all the 

efforts made by the West.

 

Moreover, even if the struggle is confined to the Gaza Strip, 

it will subject to more international scrutiny... what the 

human rights organization, Amnesty International, in 

its report calls the "double standards of the West" 

--- in the field of human rights in the world. 

 

The US authorities did not answer the question put to them 

by the Palestinian activist Mustafa Barghouti: "Why does

the United States support Ukraine in the fight against 

the so-called occupation, while in the Middle East 

they support the invader who still continues to 

occupy us?"

 

As Bloomberg notes, it is precisely the rash actions of the

 West and its ambivalent policy towards other countries 

that play into the hands of Russia and China. 

 

According to the publication ---- "China and Russia will only 

benefit from the pictures of death and destruction in Gaza, 

caused, among other things, by US-made bombs."

 

 

Some good points there.

Meanwhile, children die.

Sick of it... aren't you?

 

 

__________________________


 

British commandos train Ukrainian 

saboteurs to undermine Russian

nuke plants — FSB

 October 11th, 9:31am (TASS) 

 

The British special operations personnel, trained Ukrainian 

military intelligence groups for subversive acts at Russian 

nuclear power plants, Russia’s Federal Security Service 

(FSB) Director, Alexander Bortnikov, said at a meeting 

of the Council of CIS Security Agencies and Special
Services Chiefs, that opened under his
chairmanship, on Wednesday.

 

"In August this year --- the Federal Security Service

 apprehended members of a Ukrainian subversive

and reconnaissance group. Operational and 

investigative measures - have established 

that the personnel of the British special 

operations forces ------ trained the
saboteurs and planned
their operations.'' 

 

''The group was tasked with carrying out subversive acts

 against military facilities, oil, transport and critical

 infrastructure -- and also against nuclear power 

sites, in particular, the Smolensk and Kursk 

nuclear power stations," the FSB
chief said.

 

Earlier, similar subversive acts were attempted
against the Leningrad and Kalinin nuclear
power plants, Bortnikov said.

 

"In all, over 20 explosives planted at electric power

transmission lines of nuclear power plants - were 

neutralized as a result of counter-saboteur work.

Their detonation pursued the goal of disrupting 

the technological process of the operation of

 nuclear power plants," the FSB chief said.

 

As a result of the saboteurs’ subversive acts, the operation 

of the 2nd power unit of the Kursk nuclear power plant 

was halted ------ in an emergency shutdown, 

Bortnikov said.

 

"These acts by the Ukrainian military intelligence and its

 British instructors, should be qualified as nothing else 

but nuclear terrorism," the FSB chief stressed.

 

"A question arises: is London aware of the reckless nature

 of actions by its special services? What do these insane

 persons ultimately count on? The point is that by their 

actions they raise the terror threat to a higher level," 

Bortnikov said.

 

As the FSB chief pointed out, "this requires measures from

 the international community - to work out fundamentally 

new approaches --- in the fight against terrorism, its
 ideological inspirers, sponsors, and perpetrators,"
the FSB chief said.




I'm talking to the UK special services now.
Have you realistically looked at yourself
and seen yourself --- as a terrorist?

If you have - how does it make you feel?



___________________________________



Gitmo detainees continue to be 

tortured by CIA ----- physically, 

and mentally: Attorney

by Syed Zafar Mehdi

October 4th, 11:18am

(PressTV)

 

Torture has always existed at Guantanamo Bay in different

 forms --- and the inmates there continue to be tortured 

physically and psychologically, says a US-based 

human rights attorney.

 

In an interview with the Press TV website, Alka Pradhan, 

who has represented Guantanamo Bay detainees as

 well as victims of US drone strikes, described 

various forms of torture prevalent at the 

notorious US detention facility --- also 

known as Gitmo, in southeast Cuba.

 

“In the early days, it took the form of beatings and forced 

nudity, starvation and force-feedings, and other terrible

 techniques,” said Pradhan, referring to the 

institutionalizing of torture at Gitmo.

 

“Now, decades of arbitrary detention, and lack of family 

visits and medical care ------ including botched or 

substandard procedures ------ carried out by 

poorly qualified staff ----- continue to 

torture these men psychologically 

and physically.”

 

Pradhan, one of the leading human rights lawyers in the US, 

is currently Human Rights Counsel at the Guantanamo Bay 

Military Commissions. She was previously Counter-

Terrorism Counsel at Reprieve US, where she

 represented several Guantanamo 

Bay detainees.

 

She also conducted advocacy and litigation on behalf of

 civilian victims of US drone strikes in Yemen and 

Pakistan and has advised the US government 

on compliance with international 

legal obligations.

 

Last week, Pradhan was invited to the European Parliament 

to speak on Gitmo human rights abuses amid growing calls

 from human rights advocates to shut down the notorious 

US detention centre.

 

She is an attorney representing Ammar al-Baluchi, an Iranian 

citizen, who has suffered high-degree torture at the hands 

of the CIA and even denied medical care by the 

White House.

 

“Ammar, an Iranian citizen, was brutally tortured for 3.5 years 

at the “black sites” - the CIA’s secret prisons all over the 

world - before he was rendered to Guantanamo Bay, in 

September 2006,” Pradhan told the Press TV website.

 

“According to CIA records, CIA personnel used him as a

 human experiment, bashing his head against a wall 

over and over again for hours ----- to obtain their 

interrogator certifications. They also tortured 

him using water, shackling his wrists over his

 head, beatings, forced nudity, and forced 

starvation. For most of his time at the 

black sites, he was sleep-deprived, 

first with ear-splitting music, and

 then with 24/7 fluorescent 

lights,” she hastened

 to add.

 

Ammar, the US human rights attorney said ----- is 46 years old 

today and suffers from multiple brain injuries because of CIA 

torture as well as severe post-traumatic stress disorder

 (PTSD), the inability to sleep normally and cognitive 

decline, denied proper medical care by the 

US government.

 

“They will not allow medical histories to be taken that discuss

 the causes of his ailments (torture), the DoD (US Department 

of Defense) will not allow independent doctors to treat him, 

and according to the Chief Medical Officer, they do not 

have the ability to provide complex medical care or 

do proper surgeries here,” she said.”

 

“Despite entreaties, the White House and DoD have absolutely

 refused to either implement a proper medical and torture

 rehabilitation program here or conduct humanitarian 

transfers of the remaining men to places where 

they can receive the care they need.”

 

Pradhan also spoke about the Guantanamo military

 commissions set up by the US government that 

have only exacerbated the miserable 

conditions of Gitmo inmates.

 

These military commissions, she said --- in a conversation

with the Press TV website, were built --- to “benefit from 

CIA torture, while hiding as many details of the torture 

program as possible.”

 

“The US government made a conscious decision after 9/11

 to torture men abroad instead of bringing them to court 

for prosecution. Once they could no longer hide them

in secret prisons, it was too late to prosecute them 

in real US courts because of that torture,” 

Pradhan said.

 

“The Military Commissions Act - was written to allow the

 government to use torture-acquired evidence (the bulk

 of their evidence against these men), but also to 

prevent them ----- from giving the defense the 

information we require about exculpatory 

or mitigating factors, like the men’s 

torture in CIA black sites,” 

she added.

 

The US-based attorney said the US government
has “continuously invaded attorney-client 

privilege --- with listening devices in our 

meeting rooms and the FBI attempting 

to place an informant on one defense 

team”, noting that the corruption in

 the military commissions ---

 “precludes any justice.”

 

On why the US government chose a detention facility

 in Cuba, away from the mainland, to detain people 

after the 9/11 attacks, Pradhan said the decision 

was taken, so that the US “exercises complete 

control” and international and domestic laws

 do not apply.

 

“To this day, the US refuses to apply the Constitution 

in the military commissions, or the full provisions of 

Common Article 3 of the Geneva Conventions to 

the remaining detainees. And the detainees 

themselves, have no real legal remedies - 

they are not allowed to file lawsuits, in 

the United States, and no country will

sanction the US -------- for its illegal 

treatment of these men,” 

she stated.

 

The international calls for the closure of the notorious 

detention facility have grown louder, but the
Joe Biden administration, like previous 

administrations..... has adopted

 the policy of dilly-dallying.

 

Pradhan said the strength of the US propaganda campaign 

around Guantanamo at the beginning, “labeling all of the 

men here the “worst of the worst” and categorizing 

them all as some sort of combatant against the 

United States, has proven impossible 

to reverse.”

 

“Despite the fact that no one should ever have been held at 

Guantanamo, that most were sold to the US for bounty

 payments, and that only a handful have ever been 

charged, most Americans still believe that the

Guantanamo detainees, are all terrorists,” 

she told the Press TV website.

 

“President Obama --- had the ability to tell the truth about 

the men at Guantanamo, even when Congress stopped

him from closing the facility --- but he did not. The 

enduring misinformation about the detainees, 

means that many countries do not want to 

accept them --- and that Congress has 

banned any transfers of the men

 to US territory.”



and US citizens wonder why
their country ------ is hated!

What - do you feel
about ''Gitmo'' ?




______________________________________




 


Zionists’ Hatred on the Rise: 


Jews... Spit at Christian 


Worshipers in Al-Quds


October 4th, 1:05pm


(al Manar)


 


Orthodox Jews spat at Christian worshippers in the Old City 


of Al-Quds (Jerusalem) anew on Wednesday, amid a rise in 


incidents targeting priests and pilgrims in the holy city.


 


Israeli media reported that occupation police arrested 


five Jews “on suspicion” of spitting at Christians, in 


an attempt to show, that the Israeli government 


exerts efforts to confront such provocations.


 


Video shared on social media showed a group 


of Orthodox Jews spitting as they were 


walking through the Old City.


 


The Jerusalem Post cited N12 as saying that the brother 


of MK Simcha Rothman, Rabbi Natan Rothman, led
the procession this morning, during which,
the provocation took place.


 


It added that the rabbi “did not commit the act


 himself, but rather, his students who were 


with him.”


 


Wednesday’s provocation, followed a spitting incident 


during the so-called Sukkot holiday celebrations on 


Tuesday, as well as another, on Monday.


 


Spitting at Christians “Ancient Jewish Custom”


 


At the same time, the so-called Israeli National Security
Minister, Itamar Ben Gvir, said in an interview: “I still
think spitting at Christians, is not a criminal case.
I think we need to act on it through instruction
and education. Not everything justifies
an arrest.”


 


Speaking to Army Radio, the minister in charge of police


 added: “It is deserving --- of every condemnation. 


It should be stopped. I asked Rabbi Dov Lior, 


he said it was immoral and wrong. We’re 


against it. But let’s stop slandering 


Israel. We’re all brothers, we’re 


all of the same people.”


 


Before entering politics, Ben Gvir in the past 


justified spitting toward Christians, as 


“an ancient Jewish custom.”


 


Source: Israeli media


 



Not everyone wearing a smile
is friendly... we are all too
human... too frail.

But should this news article
have even been printed?

al Manar, in my opinion,
has gone too far here.

What do you think?




__________________________




A bill for two: why Europe is being

 urged - to seek a solution to the 

crisis in Ukraine amid declining

 support from the United States

October 3rd, 10:16pm

by Alexander Karpov, 

& Elizaveta Komarova

(RT.ru)

 

The EU should start working as soon as possible to establish

a cease-fire and truce in Ukraine against the background 

of declining support for Kiev from Washington. This was 

stated by Bundestag deputy, Sarah Wagenknecht.

 

"Instead of approving billions for military supplies and 

now bearing the costs of this 'proxy war' for the US - 

the EU should have finally thought about the needs 

of its citizens ------- and called for an immediate 

suspension of hostilities!" the politician said.

 

She stressed that Brussels is making dubious conclusions

 against the background of the recent adoption of the 

budget in the US, from which financial assistance 

for Kiev was excluded. 

 

According to Wagenknecht, in this context, the promises 

of the head of EU diplomacy... about long-term support 

for Ukraine "for €5 billion annually" are "impossible".

 

Wagenknecht recalled that the EU, unlike the US, allocates 

huge funds for the accommodation of Ukrainian refugees, 

and it is necessary to invest money, not in weapons, but 

in the restoration of Ukraine.

 

Recall that the EU's chief diplomat, Josep Borrel, made a 

proposal in August - to create a military assistance fund 

for Ukraine for 2024-2027, from which, up to €5 billion 

will be allocated to Kiev, annually.

 

After the meeting of the foreign Ministers of the EU countries, 

which took place on October 2 in Kiev, Borrel said that the 

allocation of €5 billion in military aid to Ukraine in 2024, 

has not yet been agreed, but Brussels hopes to reach 

a consensus, before the end of the year.

 

Waning support

 

At the same time, Western media reported a weakening of

 Western support for Kiev. In particular, this was reported 

by the newspaper Politico, which refers to diplomatic 

sources in the EU.

 

The message that the US and Europe will support Kiev 

"no matter what," is beginning to sound emasculated.

 

The newspaper notes, that Kiev depends on Western

 assistance not only in the military sphere, but also 

in terms of financing the authorities. According to

 the budget forecast for 2024, Kiev expects to 

receive about $42.8 billion from its foreign 

partners, while a significant part of these 

funds should come from the US, 

writes Politico.

 

In June, Ukrainian Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko, said 

in an interview with Politico, that the US should "step in"

and provide Kiev with assistance --- "at least for the 

medium term." However.... when asked whether 

the decision of the US Congress to exclude 

aid to Ukraine from the budget will affect

this,  Marchenko's representative 

declined to comment, the 

newspaper reports.

 

Recall that Republicans in the US House of Representatives

 managed to achieve the exclusion from the draft budget 

of the item on the allocation of aid to Kiev.

 

US President Joe Biden approved this budget on October 1,

 but then said: "Under no circumstances can we allow US

 support for Ukraine to be interrupted."

 

In addition to financial support, the West's ability to
support Kiev militarily, is also weakening. Thus,
Politico cites the words of European officials:
that EU countries can no longer supply Kiev
with weapons from their own reserves,
without threatening the securit