Jailed PKK leader says ‘ready’ to support Turkiye peace drive
Abdullah Ocalan, the jailed leader of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), is “ready to make a call” to back a new initiative by the Turkish government to end decades of conflict, Turkiye’s pro-Kurd party said Sunday. Two lawmakers from the DEM party made a rare visit to Ocalan on Saturday on his prison island, the first by the party in almost a decade, amid signs of easing tensions between the Turkish government and the PKK.
How Macron’s gamble unleashed chaos on France’s Fifth Republic
France is currently grappling with significant political instability and it is challenging the effectiveness of its semi-presidential system. The turmoil began when President Emmanuel Macron dissolved parliament in June 2024 and called for early elections after his centrist forces suffered a defeat in the European Parliament elections. The crisis has cast doubt on Macron’s leadership and France’s political stability.
The battle for Jerusalem
In the days leading up to Chanukah, the rapidly intensifying battle in Samaria made clear that sooner rather than later, Samaria and Judea will soon replace Gaza, Lebanon, Iran, Syria and Yemen as the central battlefield in this multifront war. They will also be the place where the war is won. Or lost.
6.3-magnitude earthquake strikes near Kuril Islands
A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck off the southern Kuril Islands in the early hours of Saturday, Russia’s RIA Novosti reported. … She added that no tsunami warning has been issued.
Former President Jimmy Carter Dies at 100
Jimmy Carter died Sunday after over a year in hospice care. The Georgia native passed in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, at the age of 100.
Will DOGE Do This? Famed Economist Breaks Down How to Take a Sledgehammer to the Deep State
if DOGE is going to be effective, it’s going to have to be brutal. Like, Milton Friedman brutal. Department of Agriculture: “Abolish,” Friedman said. Department of Commerce: “Abolish,” Friedman said. Department of Defense: “Keep.” Department of Education: “Abolish.” …….. Housing and Urban Development has done an enormous amount of harm,” Friedman said
Despite US pressure: Israel refuses to transfer arms to Palestinian Authority, which continues to battle Iran-backed terrorists
Despite heavy pressure from the United States, Israel refuses to allow the transfer of weapons to the security forces of the Palestinian Authority (PA), which continue to battle terror groups across Judea and Samaria in a bid to re-establish control over the territory. According to a report from Army Radio, the U.S. requested that Israel approve the transfer of AK-47 Kalashnikov rifles, ammunition and armored vehicles. After discussions among security officials, IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Herzi Halevi decided to recommend the political leadership not approve the transfers.
Holding elections could take 4 years, says Syria’s de-facto leader Jolani, as Israel continues striking weapons
In his Sunday interview, al-Sharaa explained that he appointed HTS representatives to take over the government out of necessity, rather than to sideline other groups or consolidate power in his own hands. He further promised to dissolve HTS alongside all other armed factions once a “National Dialogue Conference” is established, which would include representatives of all of Syria’s minorities.
Pro-Palestine Protestors: Anti-Hanukkah and Anti-Christmas
While Israel fights for its existence, supporters of Hamas and Hezbollah protest holiday festivities, maligning both Christmas and Hanukkah.
Iran scrambling to sell oil before Trump takes office
Iran International reports that Iran is trying to liquidate millions of barrels of oil stored in Chinese ports to prevent economic damage from anticipated sanctions under the incoming Trump administration. Sanctions have already significantly impacted Iran’s ability to sell oil, as the USA has begun sanctioning a fleet of ‘dark tankers’ that formed a significant link in the Iranian supply chain.
Israeli Forces Order New Evacuation of Besieged Northern Gaza Town, Residents Say
Israeli forces carrying out a weeks-long offensive in northern Gaza ordered any residents remaining in Beit Hanoun to leave the town on Sunday, citing Palestinian terrorist rocket fire from the area, residents said. The instruction to leave has caused a new wave of displacement, although it was not immediately clear how many people were affected,
Nasrallah Underestimated Israel’s Willingness to Assassinate Him
Despite warnings from his aides, he remained in a Beirut bunker 40 feet underground on Sept. 27, which is where Israeli F-15 fighter jets dropped massive explosives, ending the life of the longtime leader of Iran’s Lebanese terrorist proxy along with other senior Hezbollah leaders.
Israel to submit report to UN adviser about Hamas torture of hostages
Israeli Health Ministry will submit a report, which details the “torture and atrocities experienced by Israeli hostages since Oct. 7” including “abhorrent instances of sexual violence,” in the “next few days”
“The United Nations and the international community are trying to forget the torture and atrocities that took place on Oct. 7,” stated Danny Danon,
Hundreds of terrorists captured: Massive IDF operation ending in northern Gaza yields impressive results
IDF troops captured over 240 Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists in Jabaliya while neutralizing terrorist strongholds; The Kamal Adwan Hospital, used as a terror base, was cleared of civilians and secured; Fighting continued in Beit Hanoun from where rockets were fired at Israel
The 70th Week Of Daniel: An Astounding Glimpse Of The Future
When it comes to prophecy, perhaps none is more amazing than the one we call the 70 weeks of Daniel (Dan. 9:24–27). God gave this astounding glimpse of the future to the Jewish prophet Daniel in 538 BC, 48 years after Babylon destroyed Jerusalem and burned Solomon’s Temple to the ground.
Turkiye’s $14-billion plan to boost development in Kurdish southeast
Turkiye announced on Sunday a $14 billion regional development plan that aims to reduce the economic gap between its mainly Kurdish southeast region and the rest of the country. The announcement comes amid increased hopes for an end to a decades-long insurgency waged by the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party, or PKK, in southeast Turkiye as well as the advent of a new leadership in neighboring Syria with cordial ties to Ankara.
At least 2 dead, over 600 000 without power as severe thunderstorms and tornadoes impact southeastern U.S.
Two people were killed, and widespread destruction was reported across Texas and Mississippi as powerful storms and tornadoes tore through the Southeast on Saturday, December 28, 2024.
Dozens of boats damaged, homes flooded, and one fatality as unusually strong waves hit Peru and Ecuador
Massive waves struck the coasts of Ecuador and Peru on Saturday, December 28, 2024, flooding homes, damaging boats, and closing over 91 of 121 ports in Peru. Over 200 fishermen in Peru ended up stranded in swells while 1 person died in Ecuador’s coastal city of Manta.
Rescue services urge caution as heavy rainfall causes floods in northern Israel
First responders urged Israelis to exercise caution after heavy rainfall overnight led to flash floods in parts of the north on Saturday morning, causing damage to infrastructure. At least one person had to be rescued from a flooded vehicle.
“60 Foot” Waves Blast California Coast, Wreak Havoc
For those who spent the holiday season away from the Californian and Hawaiian coasts, perhaps in a wintery refuge devoid of internet access to the surf world’s happenings, here’s a few things to catch up on: the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational ran for the 11th time in history, Mavericks saw one of the biggest and heaviest days ever, and the Golden State was obliterated from the XXL surf.
Government seizes millions of pounds of food amid global crisis
In an alarming turn of events, the U.S. government and major food corporations are reportedly recalling and confiscating vast quantities of food, allegedly storing them away in underground facilities. This secretive movement of food supplies has sparked widespread panic and concern, particularly as the scarcity of essential items becomes increasingly apparent on store shelves. The actions taken by the authorities have sent shockwaves through the population, with experts issuing urgent warnings about impending shortages and potential social unrest.
New Israeli Airstrike Near Damascus Kill 11: War Monitor
The government in Damascus has changed, but Israel’s relentless aerial assaults on Syria have not. A Sunday Israeli strike targeted an old army weapons depot northeast of the capital. “An Israeli airstrike in the outskirts of Damascus on Sunday killed 11 people, according to a war monitor, as Israel continues to target Syrian weapons and military infrastructure even after the ouster of former President Bashar Assad,”
Ukraine Receives First Ever Natural Gas Shipment From US As It Cuts Energy Ties With Russia
Ukraine has received its first-ever shipment of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the United States, marking a pivotal step in Ukraine’s efforts to cut energy supply ties with Russia amid dismal relations between the two warring neighbors.
The digital surveillance and agenda quietly marches forward
India is pursuing the transformation of public finance using digital IDs and biometrics. Scotland updates its guidance on the use of biometrics in schools. Russia’s largest bank is leading the way in a new financial system which uses a biometric payment service. Canada launches a biometric border management tool. Israel extends its wartime emergency biometric measures.
China Secretly Snaps Up More Gold, Positions for its Greater Global Role
While 99% of the media keeps staring at official data by the Chinese central bank (PBoC)—misleadingly stating it added 5 tonnes of gold in November following a supposed six-month pause—the PBoC’s “unreported” purchases in London accounted for a stunning 60 tons in September and another 55 tons in October.
Worst Homelessness Crisis Ever! Those On The Low End Of The Economic Spectrum Are Being Absolutely Pulverized By This Economy
All over America, our core urban areas are teeming with tent cities, hordes of homeless drug addicts, and vast throngs of newly arrived migrants that don’t have anywhere to go. When I wrote about this topic one year ago, homelessness in the U.S. was at an all-time record high, and it was increasing at the fastest pace ever recorded. It was going to be hard to top that, but somehow we did. Fast forward to today, and homelessness in the U.S. has reached another all-time record high, and it is increasing at an even faster pace. We are literally in the midst of the worst homelessness crisis that our federal government has ever measured, and there is no end in sight.
Immigration Has Consequences: French Intel Chief Says Muslim Brotherhood is Working to Turn the Country into an Islamic Caliphate
According to Robert Spencer, an expert on Islamist conquest, as well as another news website, “The Islamist movement Muslim Brotherhood has been expanding its influence in France, acting behind the scenes to make the country a caliphate governed by Sharia law, according to the country’s top intelligence official.”
Germany: AfD Politician Enxhi Seli-Zacharias Condemns Muslim Communities for Jew Hatred and Violence, Demands Accountability
“Jew-hatred is practiced almost exclusively—over 95 percent—by Muslims.”