فيديو لإحدى أبشع جرائم التطهير العرقي التي ارتكبتها مليشيا... الدعم السريع بحق المواطنين السودانيين وسط تعتيم وتكتم إعلامي عن هذه الجرائم التي لا تزال مستمرة حتى هذه اللحظة. A video of one of the most heinous acts of ethnic cleansing committed by the Rapid Support Forces militia against Sudanese citizens amidst media blackout and silence about these crimes, which continue to this moment.show more

⚡️🇵🇸BREAKING: Press Statement Issued by the Government Media Office:... The occupation army has unleashed hell on civilians, destroying 1,600 residential buildings and 13,000 tents, and forcibly displacing 350,000 people from eastern Gaza to its center and west. ➤ The Government Media Office strongly condemns the ongoing Israeli occupation army’s brutal targeting of Gaza City and its residential neighborhoods. This comes as part of systematic policies of destruction, genocide, ethnic cleansing, and forced displacement carried out since the ground invasion began on August 11, 2025, and continues to this day. ➤ Contrary to the claims of Israeli “Defense Minister Yoav Gallant” that “the gates of hell in Gaza have been opened on the resistance and the army’s operations will escalate against it,” the reality is the opposite: the occupation deliberately unleashes fire on defenseless civilians, hundreds of thousands of children, women, and the elderly, destroying homes, hospitals, schools, mosques, and tents, in blatant violation of international humanitarian law and the Geneva Conventions, while justifying ongoing genocide, ethnic cleansing, and forced displacement. ➤ The occupation has committed large-scale destruction, including the complete demolition of more than 1,600 multi-story residential towers and buildings, and severe damage to more than 2,000 others. Over 13,000 tents sheltering displaced people were also destroyed. Since the beginning of September 2025 alone, the occupation has demolished 70 towers and residential buildings completely, severely damaged 120 more, and destroyed over 3,500 tents. ➤ These towers and buildings contained more than 10,000 housing units accommodating over 50,000 residents. The tents destroyed sheltered over 52,000 displaced people. In total, the occupation has demolished shelters and tents that housed more than 100,000 individuals, forcing the displacement of over 350,000 civilians from eastern Gaza neighborhoods to the city center and west, clearly reflecting the deliberate commission of war crimes through a policy of systematic ethnic cleansing and genocide. ➤ Administratively, Gaza City consists of several major neighborhoods and camps, including: Al-Shuja’iya, Al-Zaytoun, Al-Tuffah, Al-Daraj, Al-Rimal North, Al-Rimal South, Tel al-Hawa, Sheikh Radwan, Al-Sabra, Al-Nasr, Al-Shati Camp, Sheikh Ajlin—each of which contains subdivisions such as Al-Shuja’iya’s Harazin, Turkman, and Al-Muntar, among others. ➤ By presenting these facts to the world, the Government Media Office affirms that the Israeli occupation deliberately targets civilians, their homes, and their places of displacement, committing genocide, ethnic cleansing, and forced displacement in a clear and systematic manner, in flagrant violation of international humanitarian law and the Geneva Conventions. The office calls on the international community to act urgently to stop these crimes and provide protection for defenseless civilians.show more

Clear and concise. ISPR Rawalpindi, 15 May 2023: General... Syed Asim Munir, COAS presided over Special Corps Commanders Conference (CCC) held at GHQ today. The participants paid rich tribute to the Shuhada, who have laid their lives in defence of the motherland while fighting the menace of terrorism. Forum acknowledged the successful Counter Terrorism and Intelligence Based Operations in the country by Security Forces, especially valiant response given by the troops in the Muslim Bagh attack, and paid rich tribute to the supreme sacrifices made by the brave sons of the soil. The forum was briefed in detail about the prevailing internal and external security environment. Forum took comprehensive stock of the Law and Order situation in the past few days that was created to achieve vested political interests. The forum was briefed that a well coordinated arson plan involving desecration of Shuhada pictures, monuments, burning down of historical buildings and vandalism of military installations was executed to malign the institution and provoke it towards giving an impulsive reaction. Forum condemned, in the strongest possible sense, these politically motivated and instigated incidents against military installations and public / private properties. The Commanders also communicated the anguish and sentiments of the rank and file of the Army on these unfortunate and unacceptable incidents. Based on the irrefutable evidence collected so far, Armed Forces are well aware of the planners, instigators, abettors and perpetrators of these attacks and attempts to create distortions in this regard are absolutely futile. The Forum expressed firm resolve that those involved in these heinous crimes against the military installations and personal/ equipment will be brought to justice through trials under relevant laws of Pakistan including Pakistan Army Act and Official Secret Act. The Forum resolved that restraint will no longer be exercised against perpetrators, spoilers and violators who attack military installations and setups under any circumstances. Forum also showed concern over externally sponsored and internally facilitated, orchestrated propaganda warfare, unleashed against the Army leadership, meant to create fissures between Armed Forces and people of Pakistan, and within rank and file of the Armed Forces. The vicious propaganda of such inimical forces will be defeated with the support of people of Pakistan, who have always stood with the Armed Forces during all odds. Forum stressed the need of strict implementation of relevant laws to penalize the violators of the social media rules and regulations. Forum emphasized need of national consensus amongst all stakeholders to address ongoing political instability at priority so as to restore public confidence, reinvigorate economic activity and strengthen democratic process. The forum also resolved to support all such efforts to reach this much needed consensus. Forum resolved that Pakistan Army with the full support of people of Pakistan, will defeat all nefarious designs of the enemies of Pakistan, Insha Allah.show more

🔴 شاهد عيان يروي تفاصيل تفجير كنيسة مار إلياس... في دمشق.. أحد الناجين من التفجير يقول: دخل أحد المهاجمين إلى الكنيسة أثناء الصلاة، أطلق النار على المصلين بدم بارد، ثم هتف “الله أكبر” وفجّر نفسه في وسط الحضور. مشهد دموي مرعب يعيد إلى الذاكرة أبشع الجرائم التي ارتكبتها التنظيمات الإرهابية في سوريا.. 🔴 Eyewitness Account of the Mar Elias Church Bombing in Damascus One of the survivors of the attack recounted: “One of the assailants entered the church during prayer, opened fire on the worshippers in cold blood, then shouted ‘Allahu Akbar’ and detonated himself among the crowd.” A horrifying, bloody scene—reminiscent of the most brutal crimes committed by terrorist groups in Syria. #Syria #Damascus #MarElias #ChurchBombing #Terrorism #Eyewitness #سوريا #دمشق #مار_إلياس #تفجير_كنيسة #الإرهاب #شاهد_عيان #UN #UN_HRC #eu_eeas #StateDept #francediplo_EN #FCDOGovUK #ISIS #Trump #StopAlawiteGenocide #StopAlawiteGenocideInSyria #The_Alawite_Holocaust_in_Syria #محرقة_العلويين_في_سوريا #الابادة_الجماعية_العلوية_2025 #محاكمة_الجولاني_الارهابي_الدولي #التهجير_جريمة #حماية_الأقليات #الساحل_السوري #الجولاني_سفاح_سوريا #تسقط_حكومة_الجولاني_الأرهابية #أوقفوا_الإبادة_الطائفية #ابادة_علوية #الشرع_من_دون_شرعية #الهولوكوست_العلوي #الجولاني_ليس_رئيسي #استقلال_الساحل_السوري #مجزرة_الساحل Donald J. Trump Donald J. Trump CNN CNNPolitics Agence France-Presse Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office UK Prime Minister European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺 EU in Syria UN in Syria UN Human Rights U.S. Embassy Syria Department of State جامعة الدول العربية وزارة الخارجية 🇸🇦 محمد بن سلمان بن عبد العزيز (Informal) HH Sheikh Mohammed Elon Musk Mazloum Abdî مظلوم عبدي Joe Wilson 🇺🇸 Pamela Geller 🇮🇱 Dr Walid Phares Kaja Kallas Liz Throssell Michael Ohnmacht محمد علي الحسيني Jackson Hinkle 🇺🇸show more

🇺🇦🫡 President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed Vladimir Putin: 📌 “Our... intelligence has data on the Russian Federation’s plans to continue the war in 2027–2028 and to involve Belarus in it.” 📌 “If you personally, in your own thoughts, do not come to the conclusion that the time has come to end this war, you will have to fight much harder for your own existence — not for Russia’s, but for your personal survival. And this is not a threat from me or from Ukraine. These are the facts of Russian history, which you know very well: when Russia gets tired, changes happen.” 📌 “Ukraine will continue to fight for its existence. We will have those who will support us… The front line now is the line from which diplomacy must begin.” This is one of Zelenskyy’s strongest and most psychologically pointed messages to Putin. He directly warns the Russian leader about the long-term consequences of continuing the war, references intelligence data on future plans involving Belarus, and subtly reminds him of historical patterns in Russia where exhausted regimes face internal change. The tone is confident and uncompromising. Video is generated by grok AIshow more

IPOB’s Destabilization Agenda: Nigerian Government Should Act Fast and... Decisively Too! The recent attempt by Nnamdi Kanu and his legal team to draw international sympathy through a letter addressed to U.S. President Donald Trump is another desperate move to blackmail Nigeria and distort the truth. This ploy, couched under the guise of alleged “Christian persecution,” is a calculated propaganda effort meant to shield Kanu from accountability for his well-documented crimes against the Nigerian state and its people. This latest push is a glaring reality that Nnamdi Kanu and IPOB are behind the noise of a "Christian Genocide" in Nigeria. This is an attempt to undermine the sovereignty of the Nigerian state and forment chaos of international dimension. It is crucial to remind the global community that Nnamdi Kanu is not a prisoner of conscience but a man who jumped bail after being granted temporary freedom by a competent Nigerian court. Instead of submitting himself to the judicial process, he fled the country and used his time in exile to inflame division, hatred, and violence against the Nigerian state. One should ask Nnamdi Kanu if the lives IPOB that he leads wasted in the South East do not matter, these were Christians. During his time abroad, Kanu made numerous broadcasts inciting his followers to attack and kill Nigerian government officials, security agents, and innocent citizens who disagreed with his extremist ideology. His messages were not calls for peaceful self-determination; they were open invitations to anarchy and bloodshed. In one particularly dangerous broadcast around October 20, 2020, during the EndSARS protests, Kanu explicitly ordered the destruction of Lagos State—a city that serves as Nigeria’s economic heartbeat and home to millions of citizens from all tribes and religions. In that same broadcast, he went further, ordering his followers to locate and kill Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who was then a private citizen and is now the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. These are not the actions of a freedom fighter—they are the acts of a man pursuing chaos under the false banner of liberation. It must also be emphasized that Kanu’s trial began under the administration of the late President Muhammadu Buhari and has continued lawfully under successive governments. His detention and trial are rooted in due process and constitutional procedure. He is undergoing a valid trial before competent Nigerian courts, yet he and his legal team have persistently refused to open their defence, choosing instead to manipulate international opinion and stall justice. It is instructive at this point the need for the Attorney General of Nigeria must as a matter of urgency report the legal team of Nnamdi Kanu to the Ethics Committee of the Nigerian Bar Association. It is on record that when the one of his lawyers was supposed to be preparing open their defence, he was seen protesting on October 20, 2025 for the release of his client an action that the legal profession frowns at. Let's ask a question, can an American lawyer conduct himself the way Mr. Ejimakor has been conducting himself? Even more telling is that Nnamdi Kanu himself, inside the courtroom, confessed to committing the crimes for which he is being tried, claiming in a video-recorded moment that the offences were committed in the United Kingdom. This alone exposes the hypocrisy in his current attempt to paint himself as a victim rather than the perpetrator he is. Furthermore, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB)—the organization Kanu leads—is a designated terrorist group under Nigerian law. IPOB has been responsible for the deaths of thousands of innocent citizens in the South-East region through brutal attacks on civilians, security operatives, and public infrastructure. The group’s reign of terror has left a trail of destruction, grief, and economic stagnation across a region once known for its peace and industry.show more

From Fulani Bandits to Berom Militia: Zagazola Will Continue... Naming Criminals, No Matter Who They Are By Zagazola Makama Yesterday, we published a report identifying the attacker killed during the attempted assault on the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, as a suspected Berom militia member. That simple act of calling the attacker by his known identity immediately made many people uncomfortable. The reaction was predictable. For years, many have demanded that security reports identify Fulani attackers whenever communities are assaulted. We have consistently done so. When armed criminals of Fulani extraction carry out attacks, we do not hide behind vague descriptions such as “unknown gunmen.” “Armed attackers or assailants. We identify them as Fulani bandits or Fulani attackers where the facts support it. So why should the standard suddenly change because the attacker is Berom? At Zagazola Makama, we made a deliberate decision while reporting the Plateau crisis that every attacker would be profiled according to established facts, including identity and area of operation. If an attack is carried out by Fulani criminals, we say so. If it is committed by Berom militia, we say so. If Erigwe are responsible, we report it. If Mangu militias are involved, we identify them accordingly. Criminality must never enjoy the protection of ethnicity, religion, or politics. No community has a monopoly on victimhood, and no community is free from criminal elements. Pretending otherwise is one of the reasons the Plateau conflict has remained difficult to resolve. The hypocrisy is striking. Many people are comfortable sharing our reports when Fulani criminals are exposed. They praise objective journalism and demand accountability. But the moment a criminal from their own ethnic group is identified, the complaints begin. Suddenly, facts become “divisive,” reporting becomes “biased,” and journalists are accused of profiling an entire community. It cannot work that way. Justice cannot have two standards. The individual neutralised during the attempted attack on NIPSS was not an anonymous figure. Within minutes of the operation, residents around Kuru and Trade Centre were already identifying him by his name (PETER) and pointing to his Berom background. That information was already circulating locally long before it appeared in our report. Yet many of the loudest voices who routinely condemn violence suddenly went silent. There were no emotional statements. No passionate calls for justice. No public condemnation of the attack on security personnel. No acknowledgement of the professionalism displayed by troops who repelled yet another assault on a strategic national institution. Instead, the energy shifted to questioning why the attacker’s identity was mentioned. That silence speaks volumes. The soldiers who defended NIPSS prevented another deadly attack. They recovered a service rifle stolen months earlier from a soldier killed by the Berom Militia. Those soldiers deserved commendation but Instead, some preferred to grumble in WhatsApp groups because the facts disrupted a convenient narrative. (Any youths caught with arms is a defender of his community) and he is innocent. This is exactly why Nigeria’s security challenges persist. Too many people judge violence not by the crime committed but by who committed it. A murderer does not become less of a murderer because he shares your language. A militia fighter does not become a freedom fighter because he belongs to your ethnic group. An armed attacker does not become a victim simply because exposing him makes your community uncomfortable. At Zagazola Makama, our position remains unchanged. We will continue to expose Fulani bandits. We will continue to expose Berom militias, Erigwe or the Mangu militias. We will continue to expose every criminal organisation, regardless of ethnicity, religion, or political affiliation.show more

Slow Progress is the New Reality of Modern Wars... There are many people commenting on Russian difficulties and coming up with numerous reasons for their alleged collapse. I absolutely do not see any collapse; on the contrary, Russia has already normalized a state of war in Ukraine, which boosts its economic and industrial growth. The difficulties faced by Russia today are the same as at the beginning of the war, with soldiers having to spend up to half of their initial salaries on their own equipment, delays in pensions, and a series of other problems that are mirrored on the Ukrainian side, even with all the support from allies. The war today is much less lethal than it was months ago, and both Russian and Ukrainian losses have significantly decreased during this phase. Lethality has fallen, but Russian advances persist. And why are they slow? Is it a Ukrainian tactic? No. They are slow because they are accompanied by the deployment of communication infrastructure like signal repeaters for drones, the advancement of artillery guided by drones, maneuvers using FAB and more recently ODAB bombs against Ukrainian drone operators' facilities, infiltration by reconnaissance teams, saboteurs, and a series of protocols they have developed. That conventional war with rapid advances no longer exists, and in the context of a battlefield dominated by drones, it is unlikely to return. Modern wars will have slow progress, as seen in the attacks and counter-attacks of the Russians and Ukrainians in this war. Contemporary military forces are still unable to see this new reality of war. When analyzing the Russian advance, it's important to consider that all these maneuvers take days to unfold, but the point is that the Russians have already adapted to this pace, not bothered whether a particular advance will take 3 weeks or 3 months. They advance continuously following tactical protocols with little threat from Ukrainian forces, which, without new equipment, have had their defensive tactics remain almost unchanged over the past two years, relying mainly on drones and making it easier for Russian studies of countermeasures. And what can Ukraine do in this situation? I see few options, but one would be to delay the Russian advance with a good number of missiles, though personally, I find it unlikely that they will reach Ukrainian hands. It wouldn't have the power to change the balance of the war, but it would guarantee more time, which is important because the battlefield is dynamic, and the implementation of new tactics based on innovative weapons can change everything overnight. A war that seems almost lost today could take a different turn in weeks. Time is crucial for Ukraine, which has fronts only about 130 km from cities like Zaporizhia and Dnipro.show more

From the center of Buenos Aires, I warmly congratulate... all Argentines on the result of their democratic elections (although I am not a fan). The voter turnout here was really high (76%). Before you start reading the European media's bullshit about Milei being an ultra-right-wing fascist who wants to establish a dictatorship, study his electoral program (especially the economic one). To vote for his opposition (Massa) was to vote for a continuation of the dramatic economic decline and hyperinflation that Argentina has been facing for decades (Massa was directly responsible for this as Minister of Economy). Yes, many Argentines voted for Milei out of desperation because they had nothing left to lose - socialists like Massa have ruined their lives with hyperinflation and made Argentina the country with the worst economic decline in Latin America (worse than Venezuela's at the moment). European politicians, as forged socialists, supported Massa, of course, because it is inconceivable to them that Argentina could become a model of a minimal, lean, and better-functioning state - Milei plans to abolish most of the state, fire most civil servants, abolish most ministries, and abolish most taxes and stop inflation by dollarisation. When the European media tell you that Milei is a populist, know that populism in Argentina at the moment means abolishing all social packages, abolishing the dysfunctional public health service, and introducing market prices without state subsidies. Populism in Milei's case means that he wants to abolish all social benefits because Argentines have understood that state social benefits are the most expensive and have been paying for them for years through hyperinflation. The populism of Milei means that he wants to end relations with socialist countries like Venezuela or China (for which European politicians, who only prattle on about the rights of the Uighurs, have no balls). Yes, Milei is an emotionally unstable person and has many dark sides (he is in favor of banning abortion because he considers a person's life from the moment of conception, and he is against drugs because he thinks their legalization would burden the public health service, which he plans to abolish). Therefore, he has no clear support among libertarians. It is not at all certain that he will be able to get his radical agenda through. Many people think not. Unless he succeeds in dollarising Argentina and greatly curtailing collapsing socialism, the ideas of the minimal state may be transferred to other Latin American socialist states. The election of Milei is a demonstration that most people in Argentina understand that the state is not the solution, but the main problem. That socialism does not work and has failed completely in Argentina. It should also be a clear signal to the economically stagnant EU that continuing with tax increases, inflation, new regulations and other encroachments on the freedom of Europeans is a road to hell. The Argentinians have already figured that out.show more

‼️🇺🇲🇷🇺🇵🇱 BIG | Russia is preparing for a large-scale... military provocation, which could take place against Poland or one of the Baltic states. The US has warned Poland that the Russian Federation is preparing an armed provocation in the coming months, The Telegraph and the Polish publication Onet report, citing intelligence services. Russia's target could be Poland's critical infrastructure via missiles and drones, or Russian soldiers might cross the border into NATO territory. Washington has already sent several warnings to Warsaw about this plot, sources close to Polish President Karol Nawrocki told the Polish news outlet Onet, which, along with The Telegraph, is owned by Axel Springer and is part of its Global Reporters Network. The purpose of the Russian provocation would be to escalate tensions and force Western allies to halt aid to Ukraine. This could begin in a few months. Polish security service sources also do not rule out a more conventional attack, such as a small-scale ground incursion by Russian soldiers onto NATO's eastern flank. According to Onet's security service sources, provocation scenarios could include drone attacks on critical infrastructure like power plants, or simulated airstrikes, forcing Poland to activate its air defense systems. A Polish intelligence source stated that in the most extreme scenario, a "hybrid attack in the border region" could occur. According to the same source, an armed incursion involving Russian or Belarusian soldiers is possible. This could be presented by Russia as an accidental crossing into Polish territory due to a GPS malfunction, or as a suspicious rescue mission to retrieve a damaged helicopter. Polish sources told Onet that Russia hopes that in such a situation, instead of opening fire on Russian or Belarusian soldiers, the US would pressure Poland to negotiate with Russia or Belarus rather than respond with force. A scenario in which the Russians leave Poland as a result of these negotiations, rather than through military coercion, would be seen as a victory from Moscow's perspective. During such negotiations, in exchange for withdrawing troops from Poland, Russia's main demand could even be the termination of Western support for Ukraine. "The US systematically provides information to Poland about new Russian plans for a conventional attack on NATO's eastern flank, from which Poland is by no means excluded," said a source close to the Polish President. A second source, an ambassador of one of Poland's NATO allies, also confirmed that a provocation in the Baltic states and Poland is a serious risk. This information was confirmed by a third source within the Polish Ministry of Defense. A fourth security source from the Baltic states confirmed to The Telegraph that such plans are indeed being discussed in Moscow. Following this, Russia might attempt to claim that the provocation was carried out by Ukraine. Any ground attack by Russia could be launched either from Kaliningrad—Russia's exclave north of Poland where nuclear weapons are stationed—or from the east, via Belarusian territory. Such methods are Russia's only realistic way to stage a provocation. Because its forces are bogged down in Ukraine, it lacks the resources to wage a full-scale war against NATO allies. Although Poland remains a committed security ally of Ukraine, relations have become strained in recent months due to differing views on World War II-era history and the competitive agricultural industries of the two countries. There are fears that Moscow will attempt to widen this rift even further. In the worst-case scenario for NATO, Russia's goal would be to undermine Polish sovereignty, portray NATO as a "paper tiger" (demonstrate its helplessness), and force the cessation of Western support for Ukraine—all without triggering a conventional war with the alliance. Video is made Grok AIshow more

‼️An interesting interview with Lavrov Sergey Lavrov regularly gives... interviews, and almost every one of them is an information operation designed to create an alternative reality. The March 26 interview with France Télévisions is no exception. Let's break it down and point out where there are lies and where there is manipulation. 1. Lavrov claims that Russia is supposedly defending international law while speaking in the "language of principles" regarding Iran. What's wrong: it's basic role reversal. Moscow is trying to speak from the position of a "guardian of the law," even though it is waging an aggressive war against Ukraine. In the case of Iran, Lavrov is also deliberately omitting half the picture: yes, the US withdrew from the nuclear deal, but Iran also faced non-proliferation concerns raised by the IAEA. Why it matters: It is an attempt to whitewash Russia's crimes through someone else's crisis and to present the aggressor (Russia) as the judge. 2. Russia does not provide Iran with intelligence; the coordinates of US bases are "already known to everyone." What's wrong: it's an evasive statement, not a complete refutation. There is no independently verified evidence of specific target marking data transfers in open sources, nor can there be, but the Kremlin's "we have nothing to do with it" claim has no basis for being automatically considered true. Why it matters: A typical Kremlin tactic - to deny anything that does not align with Russia's interests and to continue operating in a gray area. 3. Saudi Arabia and the UAE have denied the US access to their airspace, so Russia is right about the "American venture." What's wrong: The caution of Gulf countries is real, but Lavrov turns it into a crude anti-Western caricature. Regional politics are more complex than the Kremlin's narrative that "everyone understands everything, only the US is pushing the world into chaos." Why it matters: The Kremlin takes a partial truth and builds a convenient political myth around it. 4. Russia isn't waging wars for its own gain; it's the US that wants to control the energy sector, the Strait of Hormuz, and the markets. What's wrong: It's pure projection. It is Russia that has used energy as a weapon for years, and after 2022, turned petrodollars into fuel for war. Why it matters: Moscow accuses others of doing what it does systematically - this is one of the central techniques of its propaganda. 5. Since 2014, Ukraine has been ruled by a "Nazi regime" that came to power through a coup. What's wrong: After Yanukovych fled, Ukraine held snap presidential elections, which the OSCE recognized as meeting international standards and being competitive. The claim of a "Nazi regime" is a political label, not a description of reality. Why it matters: "Nazism" in Kremlin rhetoric is a tool for dehumanizing Ukraine and justifying the war. 6. The Russian language is allegedly completely banned in Ukraine. What's wrong: Ukraine has strengthened the role of the state language, but this does not mean a total ban on Russian. The law does not apply to private communication and does not criminalize the everyday use of the language. Why it matters: The Kremlin is exaggerating language policy to the level of a "linguistic apocalypse" to sell the war as a supposed humanitarian mission. 7. Ukraine is allegedly at war with Orthodoxy and has "banned the canonical church." What's wrong: This is not about "banning a faith," but about a law regarding religious organizations linked to the Russian Orthodox Church. Even criticism from human rights activists does not support the Kremlin's claim of "persecution of Orthodoxy." Why it matters: Moscow is using the language of religious protection to cover up its network of influence in Ukraine. 8. The West allegedly cynically exploited the Minsk agreements as a respite to arm Ukraine. What's wrong: The Minsk process was collapsing because of the Kremlin's desire to use the agreements to establish de facto control over Ukraine, not because of some "cunning plot" by Paris and Berlin. Why it matters: The Kremlin is rewriting history retroactively to portray its own aggression as a supposedly forced response to "universal betrayal." 9. Russia does not attack civilians; its targets are solely facilities associated with the AFU. What's wrong: It's an outright lie. For years, the UN and independent sources have documented systematic Russian strikes on cities, residential areas, energy facilities, and civilian infrastructure. Why it matters: This is no longer just propaganda, but a cynical denial of documented terror against civilians. 10. The Bucha massacre is allegedly "not proven": there are no names, no evidence, and journalists haven't shown anything. What's wrong: This is one of the most mendacious claims. There are UN documents, testimonies, criminal investigations, identified suspects, and evidence of executions and killings of civilians. Why it matters: The Kremlin is not trying to refute the crime, but to wear down the audience with doubt and turn mass murder into "one of the versions." 11. Russia wants peace and negotiations. What's wrong: In the Kremlin's vocabulary, "peace" does not mean an end to aggression, but rather acceptance of its results. "Realities on the ground" means occupation; "root causes" means demanding recognition of Russia's right to punish neighbors for their political choices. Why it matters: Lavrov isn't offering peace. He's dressing up surrender in softer language. 12. Europe is supposedly dragging out the war, while Russia is looking for a solution. What's wrong: Russia started this war itself. European aid to Ukraine is a response to the aggression, not its cause. Why it matters: This is the main inversion of Kremlin logic - to make the audience forget who attacked first and shift the discussion from aggression to a "conflict that has dragged on too long." 13. RT and Sputnik are victims of censorship, and France has no right to speak about freedom of speech. What's wrong: RT and Sputnik were banned not as "ordinary media," but as state-run tools of disinformation. Their role as propaganda channels has been publicly acknowledged both in the EU and in France. Why it matters: The Kremlin wants to portray the defense of democracies against malicious information operations as a restriction of free speech. 14. France and Europe have made Russia an enemy; Moscow is merely reacting. What's wrong: The cause of the rift is not "Russophobia," but Russia's invasion, war crimes, blackmail, and influence operations against Europe. Why it matters: The Kremlin is systematically trying to reverse the cause-and-effect relationship: it is not that "Russia destroyed relations," but that "the West rejected Russia." 15. Individual real episodes - the tanker, incidents in France, disputes among allies - allegedly prove Western hypocrisy and justify Russia. What's wrong: Lavrov takes a real but local fact and uses it as a smokescreen. None of these incidents erases Russia's crimes or the very fact of its aggression. Why it matters: This is a favorite Kremlin method - using others' difficulties and whataboutism to cover up its own crimes.show more

NSC Press Release Strategic Communications Office 22 October 2023... 7:30pm PHILIPPINES REMAINS COMMITTED TO PROTECTING AND SECURING THE NATIONAL INTEREST, DESPITE PROVOCATIONS “We will not be deterred and we will continue to resupply our troops in BRP Sierra Madre despite provocations.” This was the sentiment of National Security Adviser Secretary Eduardo M. Ano when informed of the collision incidents during the resupply mission to, and the upkeep of, the BRP Sierra Madre stationed at Ayungin Shoal, legitimate activities in the PH exclusive economic zone which are in accordance with international law. Earlier today two incidents of dangerous maneuvering by Chinese Coast Gaurd and militia vessels resulted in collisions during the latest routine and regular rotation and resupply (RORE) mission to BRP SIERRA MADRE (LS57). The first took place on or about 0604H and involved China Coast Guard vessel 5203 (CCGV 5203) colliding with supply boat Unaiza May 2 (UM 2) due to the former vessel recklessly and irresponsibly conducting illegal and dangerous blocking maneuvers against Philippine vessels. The second incident happened at approximately 0814H when Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel MRRV 4409 was struck by Chinese Maritime Militia vessel 00003 that was actively engaged in coordinated maneuvers to harass, impede. and obstruct the Philippine vessels. The PCG reports that crews of the Philippine vessels involved in the collisions were safe and unharmed. Reacting to the incident, Vice Admiral Alberto Carlos, Commander of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Western Command (WESCOM), stated: “Through the years, our resupply sorties have always been regular and routinary. Our sailors have met Chinese vessels’ dangerous maneuvers with utmost patience, competence, and professionalism to avoid any accidents or untoward incidents.” For newly appointed PCG Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan the importance of the recent resupply mission's success, though partial, demonstrated the AFP’s and PCG's “…capability to manage and overcome provocative, irresponsible, and reckless conduct from their Chinese counterparts in a professional and resolute manner, without escalating tensions.” He urged the China Coast Guard (CCG) to adhere to the maritime safety provisions of UNCLOS and the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (COLREGs) to ensure the safety of both parties involved, avoiding any unfortunate incidents that could put lives at risk. When asked to describe the mood and morale of the personnel under his command, Vice Admiral Carlos said that the men and women of the WESCOM are “…resolute in exercising our mandate of protecting our maritime territory and delivering the needed supplies in Ayungin Shoal. We remain determined to secure our sovereignty, sovereign rights, and our jurisdiction. Your WESCOM is undaunted. “ When asked about the actions today of the China Coast Guard and their maritime militia and Chinese claims, made through their Ministry of Foreign Affairs and their Embassy here in Manila, that these acted in a “reasonable, lawful, and professional” manner, Secretary Año responded that "The professionalism, restraint, and gallantry of our officers and personnel put them to shame every time we go out there.” As of writing, PCG vessels MRRV-4407 and MRRV-4409 are currently escorting supply boats Unaiza May 1 and 2 back to their home port. According to the PCG MRRV-4409 will stay with the supply boats to ensure that the damaged supply boat will safely make the trip.show more

SAVE THIS. BECAUSE IT DESTROYS ONE OF THEIR GO-TO... DEBATES: So today is Fake Nakba Day. And frankly, this entire Nakba narrative is old. So let's debunk it, yet again, shall we? The Nakba was NOT the catastrophe the anti-democracy mob purports it to be. The Nakba was the Arabs losing a war they started — in the most humiliating way. I'll explain simply: On May 14, 1948, Israel declared independence. Immediately following that declaration, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Saudi Arabia waged a genocidal war against the new Jewish state. Their plan: the complete and utter annihilation of Israel and the Jewish people. Israel had no army and few weapons. Adversaries ambushed them from all directions. While the US and UK prevented Israel from getting arms, the Brits trained and armed the Arabs. Against ALL odds, tiny, unprepared Israel defeated SIX trained and well-armed armies. One of the greatest military humiliations in history. And the Arabs and Palestinians repeated similar self-inflicted humiliations in 1967 and again in 1973. If you want to talk about a real Nakba, then talk about the one million Jews ethnically cleansed from Arab countries. Those Jews were forced to flee, after murders, rªpes, and pogroms. Generations of their wealth, history, and places of worship left behind. No refugee status. No United Nations cheque every month — for seven generations. No “right of return.” Oh, and why is 20 per cent of Israel’s population Arab-Israeli? Well, as part of that 1948 war, Arab leaders ordered Arabs on Israeli land to leave their homes. They promised them they could return home after they exterminated the Jews. Israelis pleaded with the Arabs not to listen. “We are peace-loving people,” the Israelis published widely, inviting the Arabs to stay. “There is no cause for fear which others try to instill in you.” The ones who fled went to various refugee camps throughout the Arab states. Their living conditions were poor and the Arab states did not grant them any rights. Israel offered to take the refugees back. But nope! They did not want to live amongst Jews. The Arabs who did not leave remain today as part of the Arab-Israeli population of 2 million. Their rights are equal to those of Jewish-Israelis. The Nakba was never a catastrophe inflicted upon Arabs; it was always a self-inflicted embarrassment. This is not taught to Arab or Palestinian children in schools because it’s humiliating to their people. But why isn’t this important piece of history taught in schools everywhere else around the world? Too many schools in Canada, for instance, allow this propaganda to be a part of their classroom studies. And from a marketing perspective, this propaganda is well-positioned to be accepted by people who don’t know any better because they never received this education in any history class. The word “Nakba” is also cleverly wielded. A non-English word, it acts as a mysterious, yet symbolic placeholder for whatever trauma your mind can conjure. The ambiguity gives it power. The unfamiliarity of its language and culture gives it a sense of empathetic authenticity. You want it to be real, so you can demonstrate your empathy for its cause. Suicidal empathy. (Credit to Gad Saad for that term.) But for those who suffer from Factophobia (credit to me for that term), and cannot absorb facts — let me break it down again — in the absolute simplest way possible: The Nakba was the Arabs’ effort to colonize another country, genocide its people, lose a brutal war they started, and then whine about it to the world, forevermore. Essentially, Nakba is also the biggest scam in the history of humankind. Now, in 2025, history repeats itself — yet again. Which also means Israel will emerge victorious again. Am Yisrael Chai🇮🇱 P.S. What's the term for ethnic cleansing of Jews from all Muslim-colonized land?show more

Last week, I mentioned I would be exposing a... Bangladeshi drugs cartel operating in Oldham. This followed intelligence that their leader had instructed his foot soldiers to “balaclava up” and come after me with baseball bats. The threats came after I publicly condemned the arrest of one of their associates who was arrested as part of a police operation into the rape gangs. You may recall I released a video expressing my outrage from outside his boarded up front door and that I shared the father of the arrested man is a local imam. Naturally, Greater Manchester Police are well aware of who this gang is. Instead of arresting them, they sent two of their Muslim officers to intimidate me. If you know anything about the rape gang protectors within Oldham Police (GMP), this will come as no surprise. Let me be clear: I fully intend to expose this cartel. I don’t care who leads it, how violent they are, or how many politicians or police officers are on their payroll. For the record, I’ve never had much interest in drug dealers. They usually stay out of my way, and I stay out of theirs. My fight is with the rape gangs. Their threats suggest I’ve hit a nerve. Good. I don't take bribes. Nor do I need their postal votes. And if you're wondering how dangerous they are - here’s armed police taking down some of their lieutenants. _________ The truth is out. The world is watching. And justice is coming. I’m Raja Miah MBE. For six years, I led a small team that uncovered what the state tried to bury: that politicians actively protected the rape gangs. I’m not Maggie Oliver. I’m not Tommy Robinson. I’m not Charlie Peters. I’m something different. I’m a political campaigner. I helped; - expose the political cover-up - explain how the corruption works - educate the nation to understand the racial nature of these crimes - support people to fight back and secure a National Inquiry Corrupt police and criminal politicians have tried everything to silence me. They've fabricated evidence, attempted malicious prosecutions, even a lawsuit from the Labour Party itself. All of it failed. The police, the press, the CPS, and now government ministers all had a hand in trying to shut me down. But I’m still here. I'm still standing. Still fighting. But here’s the truth: I can’t do it alone. Exposing the machinery of betrayal takes more than one voice. If you want accountability, the kind of accountability that will see politicians stand trial for what they have done, then stand with me. Every day I continue, more people discover who I am. More people understand the depth of this scandal. And more of their lies collapse. You decide what that’s worth and why the powerful are so desperate to stop me. 🔴 Support the work. This fight is far from over. 👉 All of my work is shared 100% for free. I just ask those that can afford to do so to support me with £3/month or £30/year. That’s 75p a week. Pennies to most -everything to help keep me going. 🔴 Prefer a one-off contribution? 👉 👉 Despite the odds against us, just look at how far we have come together. We are now so close. Help finish this. - Raja 🙏show more

Dear Dr. Sagar Preet Hooda, IPS Director General of... Police, Chandigarh DGP Chandigarh Police Subject: Request for intervention regarding FIR No. 44 dated 19-04-2026 registered by East Sector 26 Police Station, Chandigarh 1. I write this letter through X with the sincere hope that it reaches your attention. The present issue concerns FIR No. 44 dated 19-04-2026 registered by East Sector 26 Police Station, Chandigarh against Professor Madhu Kishwar Madhu Purnima Kishwar and a few others under Sections 66C, 66D and 67 of the Information Technology Act, 2000, and Sections 196, 318, 336(1), 336(3), 336(4), 340, 353 and 356 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. The FIR was registered on the complaint of one Satinder Singh, who alleged that a video clip was being circulated by various social media users with misleading claims that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was receiving a facial massage from a woman. According to the complaint, several social media accounts amplified this allegedly false narrative. As understood, the complainant further stated that his preliminary verification revealed that the video was originally posted by one Pardeep Kaur Dhillon through Facebook, YouTube and Instagram accounts on 12 April 2026, and that the person in the video was actually Jaspal Singh Sarai, who was apparently receiving a facial massage from a woman. However, even a plain reading of the complaint does not disclose the commission of any offence, much less a cognizable offence. Surprisingly, the police registered the FIR invoking an extraordinary range of provisions relating to identity theft, cheating, forgery, promoting enmity, defamation, public mischief, and even obscenity. 2. Let us briefly examine the applicability of each provision invoked in the FIR: (i) Section 66C of the Information Technology Act, 2000 criminalises fraudulent or dishonest use of another person’s electronic signature, password, or unique identification feature. The fundamental question is: whose identity has Professor Madhu Kishwar allegedly stolen? Was it the identity of Satinder Singh? If not, what is his locus standi in lodging such a complaint? If the allegation concerns some other person, has that person complained? In the absence of any such complaint, how is an offence under this section made out? (ii) Section 66D of the Information Technology Act, 2000 relates to cheating by personation through a communication device or computer resource. Whom did Professor Madhu Kishwar allegedly impersonate? Who was deceived, and what wrongful gain or loss occurred? Did she impersonate Satinder Singh or any other person? If not, how does the complainant acquire locus standi under this provision? (iii) Section 67 of the Information Technology Act, 2000 criminalises publication or transmission of obscene material in electronic form. The complainant himself states that the video was originally posted by Pardeep Kaur Dhillon and depicted Jaspal Singh Sarai receiving a facial massage from a woman. The video, by any objective standard, contains no obscene or lascivious material. Neither individuals were nude, nor was any sexual act depicted. It was merely a professional facial massage. Professor Madhu Kishwar merely reposted the content on X. Therefore, the essential ingredients of Section 67 are entirely absent. (iv) Section 196 of BNS concerns promoting enmity between groups on grounds such as religion, race, language, place of birth, or residence, and acts prejudicial to communal harmony. How does reposting a video of a man receiving a facial massage — even assuming someone believed the man resembled Prime Minister Narendra Modi — amount to promoting enmity between groups or disturbing public harmony? The provision appears wholly inapplicable. (v) Section 318 of BNS deals with the offence of cheating. The essential ingredients of cheating require deception causing wrongful loss, delivery of property, or inducement to act or omit in a manner causing harm. How does reposting a social media video satisfy any of these ingredients? Even assuming, for the sake of argument, that Prime Minister Narendra Modi felt personally aggrieved, the complaint would have to come from him or an authorised representative. What is the locus standi of Satinder Singh or any unrelated third party in this matter? (vi) Sections 336(1), 336(2) and 336(3) of BNS These provisions deal with forgery involving false documents or electronic records. How does reposting a pre-existing video amount to creating a false document or forged electronic record? No document was fabricated. No electronic record was forged. Again, even assuming that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was the aggrieved person, why has no complaint been filed either by him or by any authorised representative? How does Satinder Singh acquire standing in such circumstances? (vii) Section 340 of BNS concerns fraudulent or dishonest use of a forged document or electronic record. When there is no forged document at all, the provision itself cannot apply. Further, the alleged victim has neither filed nor authorised any complaint. In such circumstances, invocation of Section 340 appears entirely untenable. (viii) Section 353 of BNS concerns statements or reports intended to incite mutiny, offences against the State, public disorder, or inter-community violence. How can reposting a video of a man receiving a facial massage — even if someone attributes resemblance to Prime Minister Narendra Modi — possibly amount to incitement of mutiny, public disorder, or offences against the State? The invocation of this section is wholly unsustainable. (ix) Section 356 of BNS concerns defamation. However, Section 222 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 clearly provides that defamation can be prosecuted only by the aggrieved person. If the aggrieved person is a public servant, proceedings can be initiated only by a Public Prosecutor with prior sanction of the Central or State Government as the case may be. Neither Satinder Singh nor any unrelated individual has the legal standing to initiate such proceedings. 3. Dr. Hooda Ji, permit me to share a version of a well-known satirical anecdote about policing, which bears a striking resemblance to the present case, where Professor Madhu Kishwar is being compelled to endure the ordeal of criminal prosecution despite the absence of the essential ingredients of the offences invoked against her. A man sees an old friend running down the street — terrified, panting, and sweating. He stops him and asks, “What is wrong? Why are you running?” The friend replies, “The police are arresting all bulls!” The man says, “But you are not a bull. Why are you running?” The friend shouts back, “We both know I am not a bull. But by the time I prove it to the police and the courts, I will have spent the rest of my life in jail!” Terrified by hearing this, the other man also starts running. 4. Dr. Hooda Ji, I have heard that you are a competent, upright and distinguished officer. It is the solemn responsibility of senior officers of the IPS to prevent abuse of the criminal justice process and to ensure that policing does not degenerate into a spectacle in which criminal law is stretched beyond recognition to harass individuals for expressing views that may inconvenience those in power. 5. I therefore request your kind intervention to prevent the continued harassment and persecution of Professor Madhu Kishwar for her views on public issues, and to direct immediate closure of the case. 6. This letter has also been converted into video format and attached.👇 With Regardsshow more

🚨It’s 2:30 a.m. in Tehran, and here are my... 12 key observations from Day 15 of Iran’s protests (January 11): 1️⃣ On the fifteenth day of protests in Iran, following the fourth nationwide call by Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, demonstrations and strikes continued across multiple parts of the country. A strike by truck drivers and shopkeepers in Shiraz began on Sunday morning. At the same time, people took to the streets in several cities, including Tehran, Bandar Abbas, Abdanan, and Shahsavar. Crowd sizes in Tehran remain notable and significant, but smaller than yesterday. 2⃣ Late last night, Iran International confirmed that at least 2,000 people have been killed in Iran—a figure described as conservative. At the same time, horrifying new videos and images emerged showing families of the victims gathered at forensic medicine centers, with hundreds of bodies laid on the ground. The scale of the killings has plunged Iranian society into deep shock and collective mourning. 3⃣ Following the release of these images, regime state media and officials implicitly acknowledged the occurrence of mass killings—without providing figures—while attempting to deflect responsibility. They claimed the bodies were “left behind by rioters” and denied the government’s role. Simultaneously, President Masoud Pezeshkian, the regime’s so-called reformist president, alleged that protesters had beheaded people and burned them alive. 4⃣ Field reports indicate large gatherings in Tehran neighborhoods including Punok, Shahrak-e Beheshti, Saadat Abad, Ashrafi Esfahani, and Pirouzi. In Shahsavar, protesters lit fires and chanted “Javid Shah,” while heavy gunfire can be heard in multiple videos. In Abdanan, large crowds attended the funeral of one of the victims, chanting “Death to Khamenei.” 5⃣ Protests continued across Iran until around 2:00 a.m. This morning, new videos emerged from Behesht-e Zahra cemetery, where families chanted “Death to Khamenei” during burial ceremonies. Regime forces responded by attacking mourners with tear gas and paintball guns. Meanwhile, strikes by truck drivers and shopkeepers continued in Shiraz. In Tehran, protesters reportedly renamed a square from the name of Khomeini’s grandson to Pahlavi. 6⃣ Iran’s internet shutdown remains in place. According to NetBlocks, more than 72 hours after the blackout began, national connectivity is still at around 1% of normal levels. Due to the outage, information is emerging slowly and with delay, and very few reports are reaching the outside world from smaller cities. 7⃣ Coinciding with the fifteenth day of Iran’s national uprising, solidarity rallies by Iranians abroad continued in hundreds of cities across Europe, the United States, Canada, and elsewhere worldwide, in support of the Iranian people and Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi. These demonstrations, however, received limited coverage in major Western media outlets. 8⃣ Judiciary Chief Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei once again instructed prosecutors to show “no leniency” toward protesters. He further stated that authorities should even pursue individuals who have taken ambiguous or non-committal positions on the protests. At the same time, the head of Iran’s police announced that the crackdown has entered a new phase, while regime media reported widespread arrests in multiple cities. 9⃣ Despite widespread public outrage over the killing of protesters, the regime declared three days of public mourning for several of its own slain security personnel. In parallel, the Islamic Propaganda Coordination Council, the regime’s main propaganda body, called on regime supporters to gather tomorrow at 2:00 p.m., carrying Qurans and condemning the protesters. 🔟Internationally, as supportive statements from Donald Trump and Senator Lindsey Graham continue, some observers believe U.S. military action is becoming increasingly likely. Iranian activists, however, are calling for heavy strikes against the regime’s repressive institutions, urging Washington not to limit its response to symbolic actions. 11. Following yesterday’s revelations, a wave of condemnations from global politicians has emerged. Iranian diaspora activists argue that statements of concern are no longer sufficient, calling instead for concrete measures such as expelling regime diplomats, providing Starlink internet access to Iranians, and holding the regime accountable for crimes against humanity. 12. Outlook: The number of cities actively involved in protests has declined noticeably following the recent mass killings, and regime media are openly celebrating what they describe as a victory over the protesters. Nevertheless, significant gatherings continue in Tehran. As of this hour, no new call has been issued by Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi. It is likely that protests will persist in the coming days in certain areas, though in a more fragmented and localized form. The key question remains whether meaningful international intervention will shift the balance in favor of the Iranian people.show more

Here is Lahur Sheikh Jangi Resisted Arrest and Why... Bafel Talabani Responded with Overwhelming Force: First, here is another angle shows the moment Lahur Sheikh Jangi was captured, sparking widespread controversy and shock over the way he was arrested and handled. The force carrying out the arrest was PUK’s counter-terrorism unit, led by its commander Wahab Halabjayee, who was seen holding Lahur. In the video, another fighter appears to try to slap Lahur, though Halabjayee seems to push him back, but the scene itself has been shocking to many. It is worth noting that before Bafel Talabani’s 2021 coup, Halabjayee was one of Lahur’s closest confidants, which makes this moment even more striking. What also stands out is the scale of force Bafel decided to deploy, several thousand fighters equipped by weapons supplied by the coalition forces, including tanks, to arrest a man and roughly 200 armed guards. Ironically, just a day earlier Lahur had attended a funeral with only a handful of guards and could easily have been arrested there without all this. But as Talabani told a group of journalists two days earlier, he intended to arrest Lahur inside his compound and hinted at using overwhelming force if he resisted. Some argue the decision was deliberate: a show of strength designed to spread fear and send a message. Why Lahur chose to resist is less clear. Even if the arrest was political, he could not realistically win such a lopsided battle, especially as his compound was surrounded from all sides. It was also notable that Lahur chose to announce his defiance not through his own Zoom News TV, but via AVA Media, linked to Masrour Barzani. Some allege Masrour had promised to intervene if Lahur held out long enough, hoping to push for a halt to the fighting. This has been compared to the case of Khurshid Harki, a local chieftain who successfully repelled a KDP attempt to arrest him before eventually reaching a settlement, though the two cases differ in context and geography. Others claim the KDP was aware of the plan all along, suggesting it may have been part of a broader KDP–PUK agreement, with the PUK in return withdrawing its support for Adham Barzani, Masoud Barzani’s cousin and a former KDP leader. Another version points to Azhi Amin, the expelled PUK intelligence chief now living in Erbil and in contact with Lahur. A sworn enemy of Bafel, Azhi was said to have promised assistance but ultimately offered little. Some speculate the three small drones that struck Talabani’s residence and PUK military headquarters that night were linked to cells loyal to him. Another explanation is that the plan collapsed from within: during the clashes, Lahur’s militia commander, Rebwar Hamid Haji Ghalib, the son of a senior PUK commander, allegedly switched sides and opened the gates, triggering the collapse of Lahur’s resistance. Though the full picture remains murky, by the following morning Bafel attended the funeral of three PUK fighters killed in the clashes. Visibly tired, he seemed shaken yet relieved, perhaps because his years-long plan to dismantle Lahur’s compound and arrest him, delayed since 2021 by external pressure, had finally succeeded.show more