Posted on 04/11/2010 9:33:03 AM PDT by Velveeta
Obama amputates our nuclear arms
By: Charles Krauthammer
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Under President Obama’s new policy, however, if the state that has just attacked us with biological or chemical weapons is “in compliance with the Non-Proliferation Treaty,” explained Gates, then “the U.S. pledges not to use or threaten to use nuclear weapons against it.”
Imagine the scenario: Hundreds of thousands are lying dead in the streets of Boston after a massive anthrax or nerve gas attack. The president immediately calls in the lawyers to determine whether the attacking state is in compliance with the NPT. If it turns out that the attacker is up-to-date with its latest IAEA inspections, well, it gets immunity from nuclear retaliation. (Our response is then restricted to bullets, bombs and other conventional munitions.)
However, if the lawyers tell the president that the attacking state is NPT noncompliant, we are free to blow the bastards to nuclear kingdom come.
This is quite insane. It’s like saying that if a terrorist deliberately uses his car to mow down a hundred people waiting at a bus stop, the decision as to whether he gets hanged or 100 hours of community service hinges entirely on whether his car had passed emissions inspections.
Apart from being morally bizarre, the Obama policy is strategically loopy. Does anyone believe that North Korea or Iran will be more persuaded to abjure nuclear weapons because they could then carry out a biological or chemical attack on the United States without fear of nuclear retaliation?
The naivete is stunning.
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NYC terror probe nabs 4th in Pakistan
A fourth suspect in a disrupted plot to bomb New York City subways has been arrested in Pakistan, law enforcement officials said Monday.
The principal suspect in the case, Najibullah Zazi, has pleaded guilty and is cooperating with investigators, key developments that prosecutors hope will help them trace the plot back to its roots in Pakistan, where Zazi and former friends from high school allegedly traveled in 2008 to seek terror training.
After returning to the United States, the plotters allegedly hoped to detonate bombs on trains at two of the city’s biggest subway stations: Times Square and Grand Central Terminal, according to the two officials.
The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss details of the investigation....
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100412/ap_on_go_ot/us_nyc_terror
More details here:
Zazi, Al Qaeda pals planned rush-hour attack on Grand Central, Times Square subway stations
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“NYC jihadist planned to attack trains at Times Square and Grand Central Station
“Najibullah Zazi and his two co-defendants wanted to inflict maximum casualties around the anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks.””
(April 12, 2010)
SNIPPET: “New York (CNN) — The three men accused of plotting to bomb the New York City subway last year planned to attack trains at Times Square and Grand Central stations, a federal law enforcement source said Monday.
Najibullah Zazi and his two co-defendants wanted to inflict maximum casualties around the anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, the source said.
The trio, wearing homemade bombs, plotted to position themselves in the middle of busy subway cars in order to kill the most people, probably targeting the 1, 2, 3, or 6 line trains, the source said.
Since his arrest, Zazi has given authorities information about the plot. The law enforcement source said Zazi would probably have chosen September 14 for the attack, but was also considering the September 15 or 16.”
SNIPPET: “Prosecutors have said they plan one or two more arrests overseas.
Zazi is scheduled for sentencing in June.”
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“IDF foils Kissufim attack, terrorist killed”
SNIPPET: “Palestinian cell attempts to plant explosive device at border fence. IDF force enters Strip, opens fire. Palestinians report at least one killed in incident”
Hanan Greenberg
Published: 04.13.10, 07:33 / Israel News
SNIPPET: “An IDF force opened fire at a group of Palestinians attempting to plant an explosive device near the border fence around the Kissufim crossing in the Gaza Strip Tuesday morning.
The army said a hit of a number of members of the Palestinian cell was identified, and Gaza sources reported at least one person was killed. Three others were reportedly injured, one sustaining critical wounds. No soldiers were injured in the incident.”
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/news/2491888/posts
“U.S. ACCUSES GUINEA-BISSAU MILITARY OFFICERS OF DRUG TRAFFICKING”
VOA NEWS.com ^ | 09 April 2010 | Scott Stearns - Dakar, Senegal
Posted on April 13, 2010 12:25:59 AM PDT by Cindy
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2491367/posts
“Sheriff To Texas Border Town: ‘Arm Yourselves’”
NPR ^ | April 9, 2010 | John Burnett
Posted on April 12, 2010 6:36:17 AM PDT by SwinneySwitch
Note: The following SNIPPET is a quote:
http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_4755.html
Travel Warning
United States Department of State
Bureau of Consular Affairs
Washington, DC 20520
This information is current as of today, Tue Apr 13 2010 01:58:26 GMT-0700 (PDT).
MEXICO
April 12, 2010
The Department of State has issued this Travel Warning to inform U.S. citizens traveling to and living in Mexico of concerns about the security situation in Mexico, and that the authorized departure of dependents of U.S. government personnel from U.S. consulates in the Northern Mexican border cities of Tijuana, Nogales, Ciudad Juarez, Nuevo Laredo, Monterrey and Matamoros has been extended until May 12. Family members of U.S. government personnel assigned to other areas of Mexico outside the Mexican border states are not affected by this departure measure. This Travel Warning supersedes the Travel Warning of March 14, 2010, to note the extension of authorized departure.
While millions of U.S. citizens safely visit Mexico each year (including tens of thousands who cross the land border daily for study, tourism or business and nearly one million U.S. citizens who live in Mexico), violence in the country has increased. It is imperative that U.S. citizens understand the risks in Mexico, how best to avoid dangerous situations, and who to contact if victimized. Common-sense precautions such as visiting only legitimate business and tourist areas during daylight hours, and avoiding areas where prostitution and drug dealing might occur, can help ensure that travel to Mexico is safe and enjoyable.
Recent violent attacks have prompted the U.S. Embassy to urge U.S. citizens to delay unnecessary travel to parts of Durango, Coahuila and Chihuahua states (see details below) and advise U.S. citizens residing or traveling in those areas to exercise extreme caution. Drug cartels and associated criminal elements have retaliated violently against individuals who speak out against them or whom they otherwise view as a threat to their organizations. These attacks include the abduction and murder of two resident U.S. citizens in Chihuahua.
Violence Along the U.S. - Mexico Border
Mexican drug cartels are engaged in violent conflict - both among themselves and with Mexican security services - for control of narcotics trafficking routes along the U.S.-Mexico border. To combat violence, the Government of Mexico has deployed military troops throughout the country. U.S. citizens should cooperate fully with official checkpoints when traveling on Mexican highways.
Some recent confrontations between Mexican authorities and drug cartel members have resembled small-unit combat, with cartels employing automatic weapons and grenades. Large firefights have taken place in towns and cities across Mexico, but occur mostly in northern Mexico, including Ciudad Juarez, Tijuana, Chihuahua City, Nogales, Matamoros, Reynosa and Monterrey. During some of these incidents, U.S. citizens have been trapped and temporarily prevented from leaving the area. The U.S. Mission in Mexico currently restricts its U.S. government employees’ travel within the state of Durango, the northwest quadrant of the state of Chihuahua and an area southeast of Ciudad Juarez, and all parts of the state of Coahuila south of Mexican Highways 25 and 22 and the Alamos River. This restriction was implemented in light of a recent increase in assaults, murders, and kidnappings in those three states.
The situation in northern Mexico remains fluid; the location and timing of future armed engagements cannot be predicted. Recently, the cities of Durango and Gomez Palacio in the state of Durango, and the area known as “La Laguna” in the state of Coahuila, which includes the city of Torreon, experienced sharp increases in violence. In late 2009 and early 2010, four visiting U.S. citizens were murdered in Gomez Palacio, Durango. These and several other unsolved murders in the state of Durango have caused particular concern.
A number of areas along the border continue to experience a rapid growth in crime. Robberies, homicides, petty thefts, and carjackings have all increased over the last year across Mexico, with notable spikes in Chihuahua, Sinaloa, and northern Baja California. Ciudad Juarez, Tijuana and Nogales are among the cities that have experienced public shootouts during daylight hours in shopping centers and other public venues. Criminals have followed and harassed U.S. citizens traveling in their vehicles in border areas including Nuevo Laredo, Matamoros, and Tijuana. Travelers on the highways between Monterrey and other parts of Mexico to the United States (notably through Nuevo Laredo and Matamoros) have been targeted for robbery and violence and have also inadvertently been caught in incidents of gunfire between criminals and Mexican law enforcement. Such incidents are more likely to occur at night but may occur at any time.
The situation in the state of Chihuahua, specifically Ciudad Juarez, is of special concern. The U.S. Consulate General recommends that American citizens defer non-essential travel to the Guadalupe Bravo area southeast of Ciudad Juarez and to the northwest quarter of the state of Chihuahua including the city of Nuevo Casas Grandes and surrounding communities. From the United States, these areas are often reached through the Columbus, NM, and Fabens and Fort Hancock, TX, ports of entry. In both areas, American citizens have been victims of drug-related violence.
Mexican authorities report that more than 2,600 people were killed in Ciudad Juarez in 2009. Additionally, this city of 1.3 million people experienced more than 16,000 car thefts and 1,900 carjackings in 2009. U.S. citizens should pay close attention to their surroundings while traveling in Ciudad Juarez, avoid isolated locations during late night and early morning hours, and remain alert to news reports. Visa and other service seekers visiting the Consulate are encouraged to make arrangements to pay for those services using a non-cash method.
U.S. citizens are urged to be alert to safety and security concerns when visiting the border region. Criminals are armed with a wide array of sophisticated weapons. In some cases, assailants have worn full or partial police or military uniforms and have used vehicles that resemble police vehicles. While most crime victims are Mexican citizens, the uncertain security situation poses serious risks for U.S. citizens as well. U.S. citizen victims of crime in Mexico are urged to contact the consular section of the nearest U.S. consulate or Embassy for advice and assistance. Contact information is provided at the end of this message.
Crime and Violence Throughout Mexico
U.S. citizens traveling throughout Mexico should exercise caution in unfamiliar areas and be aware of their surroundings at all times. Bystanders have been injured or killed in violent attacks in cities across the country, demonstrating the heightened risk of violence in public places. In recent years, dozens of U.S. citizens living in Mexico have been kidnapped and most of their cases remain unsolved. U.S. citizens who believe they are being targeted for kidnapping or other crimes should notify Mexican law enforcement officials and the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City or the nearest U.S. consulate as soon as possible. Any U.S. visitor who suspects they are a target should consider returning to the United States immediately. U.S. citizens should be aware that many cases of violent crime are never resolved by Mexican law enforcement, and the U.S. government has no authority to investigate crimes committed in Mexico.
U.S. citizens should make every attempt to travel on main roads during daylight hours, particularly the toll (”cuota”) roads, which generally are more secure. When warranted, the U.S. Embassy and consulates advise their employees as well as private U.S. citizens to avoid certain areas, abstain from driving on certain roads because of dangerous conditions or criminal activity, or recommend driving during daylight hours only. When this happens, the Embassy or the affected consulate will alert the local U.S. citizen Warden network and post the information on their respective websites, indicating the nature of the concern and the expected time period for which the restriction will remain in place.
U.S. citizen visitors are encouraged to stay in the well-known tourist areas. Travelers should leave their itinerary with a friend or family member not traveling with them, avoid traveling alone, and check with their cellular phone service providers prior to departure to confirm that their cell phone is capable of roaming on GSM or 3G international networks. Do not display expensive-looking jewelry, large amounts of money, or other valuable items. Travelers to remote or isolated hunting or fishing venues should be aware of their distance from appropriate medical, law enforcement, and consular services in an emergency situation.
Demonstrations and Large Public Gatherings
Demonstrations occur frequently throughout Mexico and usually are peaceful. However, even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate to violence unexpectedly. Violent demonstrations have resulted in deaths, including that of an American citizen in Oaxaca in 2006. In 2008, a Mexican Independence Day celebration was the target of a violent attack. During demonstrations or law enforcement operations, U.S. citizens are advised to remain in their homes or hotels, avoid large crowds, and avoid the downtown and surrounding areas. Since the timing and routes of scheduled marches and demonstrations are always subject to change, U.S. citizens should monitor local media sources for new developments and exercise extreme caution while within the vicinity of protests.
The Mexican Constitution prohibits political activities by foreigners, and such actions may result in detention and/or deportation. U.S. citizens are therefore advised to avoid participating in demonstrations or other activities that might be deemed political by Mexican authorities. As is always the case in any large gathering, U.S. citizens should remain alert to their surroundings.
Further Information
For more detailed information on staying safe in Mexico, please see the Mexico Country Specific Information. Information on security and travel to popular tourist destinations is also provided in the publication: “Spring Break in Mexico- Know Before You Go!”
For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department’s internet web site at http://travel.state.gov/ where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings, and Travel Alerts can be found. Up-to-date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States and Canada, or, for callers from Mexico, a regular toll line at 001-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). American citizens traveling or residing overseas are encouraged to register with the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate on the State Department’s travel registration website at https://travelregistration.state.gov/.
For any emergencies involving U.S. citizens in Mexico, please contact the U.S. Embassy or the closest U.S. Consulate. The numbers provided below for the Embassy and Consulates are available around the clock. The U.S. Embassy is located in Mexico City at Paseo de la Reforma 305, Colonia Cuauhtemoc, telephone from the United States: 011-52-55-5080-2000; telephone within Mexico City: 5080-2000; telephone long distance within Mexico 01-55-5080-2000. You may also contact the Embassy by e-mail at: ACSMexicoCity@state.gov The Embassy’s internet address is http://www.usembassy-mexico.gov/.
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April 12, 2010 - UnitedStatesAction.com Newslinks
(U.S.) NYC: Zazi, Al Qaeda pals planned rush-hour attack on Grand Central, Times Square subway stations
http://bit.ly/nyc-subway-bomb-plot
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/unitedstatesaction/message/19763
— new details emerge as a fourth suspect is arrested in Pakistan
— plan was to have new attack between September 14 - 16, 2009 in NYC
— Fourth Suspect Arrested in NYC Subway Bombing Probe
http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=aHVpawbCcuSQ
http://www.straitstimes.com/BreakingNews/World/Story/STIStory_513888.html
(U.S.) Radical Muslim Cleric Lied to Qualify for U.S.-Funded College Scholarship
— Anwar al-Awlaki
http://www.foxnews.com/us/2010/04/12/radical-muslim-cleric-lied-qualify-funded-college-scholarship/
US has own nuclear security issues
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/04/12/AR2010041202654.html
(U.S.) Indiana: White Supremacist-Nazi Propaganda, Hitler Book, Weapons Found in Raid of Suspected Hutaree Militia Members
— the “Turner Diaries” propaganda found was also used to inspire 1995 Oklahoma City terrorist bombing
http://www.realcourage.org/2010/04/hutaree-hate-materials-weapons-found/
— March 30, 2010 - Michigan: Milita Hutaree Members Indicted for Terror Plot Against Police
http://www.realcourage.org/2010/03/hutaree-arrests/
— April 1, 2010 - Indiana: “Christian Identity” Supporting Church Hosts White Nationalist Speaker, Plans Film Showing
http://www.realcourage.org/2010/04/indiana-white-nationalist-events/
(Al-Qaeda) Criminals con Al-Qaeda — with bogus nuclear material
http://www.straitstimes.com/BreakingNews/World/Story/STIStory_513890.html
Al Qaeda has long-standing interest in acquiring weapons-usable nuclear material - US
http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=2075334&Language=en
(Pakistan) Report: Pakistan’s nuke materials at risk
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/36443267/ns/world_news-south_and_central_asia/
(Pakistan/U.S.) U.S. Drone Missile Strike Kills 5 Militants in Pakistan
http://www.foxnews.com/world/2010/04/12/drone-missile-strike-kills-militants-pakistan/
Pakistan ISI has released two Taliban commanders: report
http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2010\04\12\story_12-4-2010_pg1_8
(Pakistan) Taliban commander denies death reports - Qari Ziaur Rahman
http://thenews.com.pk/daily_detail.asp?id=233941
Pakistan seeks equal access to civil nuclear technology
http://www.dawn.com/wps/wcm/connect/dawn-content-library/dawn/news/world/06-pakistan-seeks-equal-access-to-civil-nuclear-technology-rs-04
— Obama says US has no designs on Pak nukes
http://www.dawn.com/wps/wcm/connect/dawn-content-library/dawn/the-newspaper/front-page/19-meeting-with-gilani-obama-says-us-has-no-designs-on-pak-nukes-340-hh-01
(Pakistan) Forces kill 19 Taliban in Orakzai
http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2010\04\12\story_12-4-2010_pg1_6
(Pakistan) Mumbai Attacks: Pakistan’s Gilani seeks more evidence against Laskar-e-Taiba (LeT) for action
— Times of India: “he also sought more evidence about Laskar-e-Taiba’s (LeT) before acting against the Pakistan-based group blamed for the November 2008 Mumbai attacks that killed 166 persons.”
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/pakistan/Gilani-seeks-more-evidence-against-Lashkar-for-action/articleshow/5792691.cms
— Obama asks Pakistan to bring 26/11 perpetrators to justice
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/Obama-asks-Pakistan-to-bring-26/11-perpetrators-to-justice/articleshow/5786968.cms
— Obama pressed Pak on terror at India’s insistence
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/Obama-pressed-Pak-on-terror-at-Indias-insistence/articleshow/5788448.cms
(Pakistan) 7 killed, over 100 wounded in protest against new NWFP name
http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=2075253&Language=en
(Pakistan) “Murder of Benazir Bhutto was pre-planned conspiracy”
http://www.pakistanchristianpost.com/headlinenewsd.php?hnewsid=1912
Pakistan’s Gilani Says He Opposes Afghan Talks With Taliban
http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-04-12/pakistan-s-gilani-says-he-opposes-afghan-talks-with-taliban.html
Afghanistan: Bombers ‘fail to seize intelligence building’
http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=3.1.240881091
Afghanistan: ‘Arms and explosive vests’ found at Helmand hospital
http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=3.1.240713044
Afghanistan: ‘No collusion’ between Taliban and aid hospital
http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=3.1.241639369
Afghanistan: Taleban wants prisoner swap - for two French journalists
http://www.straitstimes.com/BreakingNews/World/Story/STIStory_513905.html
Afghanistan: A New American Jihadi in Afghanistan, Sayfullah Al-Amriki, Appears in Video
http://www.memri.org/report/en/0/0/0/0/0/0/4096.htm
(Afghanistan) London Times: “Nato Taleban blitz in jeopardy after troops shoot woman and child on bus”
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/afghanistan/article7095153.ece
Iraq: Blast targets Iraqi military patrol, kills 2 persons
http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=2075234&Language=en
UK: Trial of Annfield Plain teen on terrorism charges due to start tomorrow
— Nicky Davison
http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/8094589.Trial_of_teen_on_terrorism_charges_due_to_start_tomorrow/
Northern Ireland: Bomb explodes near security Barracks
http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=2075067&Language=en
(Iran) U.S. Pushes Iran Sanctions, But Communist China Holds Back
http://bit.ly/aityJ9
— while the U.S. continues to ignore Communist China’s own concentration camps...
http://laogai.org/our_work/laogai
Ahwazi Organization: Iran Is Threatening Gulf States with SSMs Armed with Chemical Warheads
http://www.memri.org/report/en/0/0/0/0/0/0/4095.htm
Gaza: Israeli forces, Gaza militants clash near border
http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5ioi_0jtO9RjMwPNRoXNCndRPRq3gD9F1VRRG0
Gaza: Al-Quds Brigades accuse Gaza forces of arresting activists
http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=2075048&Language=en
Saudi Arabia: Gov’t fears Al-Qaeda disguises
http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=3.1.240712549
Somalia: Fighting in Somali capital kills 13-ambulance service
http://af.reuters.com/article/somaliaNews/idAFLDE63B1KW20100412?rpc=401&feedType=RSS&feedName=somaliaNews&rpc=401
Greece: Six Charged With Left-Wing Terrorism in Greece
http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2010/04/12/world/AP-EU-Greece-Terrorism.html
Europe ignores Iran’s deadly mix of anti-Semitism and nukes
http://www.jpost.com/International/Article.aspx?id=172995
Indonesia: Three more face trial over hotel bombings - in Jakarta
http://www.news.com.au/breaking-news/three-more-indonesians-face-trial-over-jw-marriott-and-ritz-carlton-hotel-bombings/story-e6frfku0-1225853219425
Against Totalitarianism News:
Washington DC: Tibet and Falun Gong Activists Protest Outside Nuclear Summit for China Freedom
http://www.realcourage.org/2010/04/dc-falun-gong-protest-outside-nuclear-summit-for-china-freedom/
Washington DC: 150 Chinese Americans and Supporters Rally for Chinese Freedom
http://www.realcourage.org/2010/04/dc-china-freedom-rally/
“One in Every 20 Chinese Say ‘NO’ to Chinese Communist Party”
http://www.realcourage.org/2010/04/one-in-every-20-chinese-say-no-to-chinese-communist-party/
Other News:
Nigeria: New Violence in Jos - Christian Homes Burned, Explosion Injures Others
http://www.realcourage.org/2010/04/nigeria-new-violence-in-jos/
Iran: Two Christian converts from Islam to face trial April 13
— Maryam Rostampour and Marzieh Amirizadeh Esmaeilabad
http://www.assistnews.net/Stories/2010/s10040054.htm
— Elam Ministries report
http://www.elam.com/articles/Court-hearing-set/
— November 2009: Iran – Elam Ministries Report: Maryam and Marzieh Released – Face New Court Date
http://www.realcourage.org/2009/11/iran-elam-ministries-report-maryam-and-marzieh-released/
— October 2009: Iran: Judge Charges Christian Converts with “Apostasy and Propagation of Christian Faith”
http://www.realcourage.org/2009/10/iran-judge-charges-christian-converts-with-apostasy-and-propagation-of-christian-faith/
Anti-Semitic incidents rise sharply in 2009, study says
http://www.cnn.com/2010/WORLD/meast/04/12/anti.semitic.study/index.html
Hungary’s Jews anxious at far-right rise
European Jewish Congress: “Obsessive” anti-Semitism growing.
http://www.jpost.com/JewishWorld/JewishNews/Article.aspx?id=172991
“French Comedian Dieudonné M’bala M’bala tells Iranian TV about His New Children’s Song “Holocaust Pineapple” and States: Most Slave Traders Were Jews; More Freedom of Speech in Iran Than in France”
http://www.memri.org/clip/en/0/0/0/0/108/0/2444.htm
Italy: Bishop blames Jews for attacks on Pope
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article7095471.ece
Washington DC: Formerly Banned Muslim Scholar Speaks in Washington
— Tariq Ramadan speaks at Georgetown University
http://www1.voanews.com/english/news/religion/Formerly-Banned-Muslim-Scholar-Speaks-in-Washington-90710289.html
— Audio of Tariq Ramadan’s opening remarks
http://www.pen.org/viewmedia.php/prmMID/4889/prmID/1873
Oklahoma Groups Envision Militia to fight U.S. Federal Government
http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory?id=10355773
UK: Gita Sahgal, who criticized Amnesty’s ‘pro-jihadi’ links, leaves job
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article7095732.ece
UK: Blog article on Amnesty International’s support of Cageprisoners now has Yvonne Ridley writing there
http://hurryupharry.org/2010/04/12/a-%e2%80%9cleading-human-rights-organisation%e2%80%9d-on-zionist-tentacles/
U.K. KFC Faces Boycott Threat From Muslims Over Halal Trial
http://www.foxnews.com/world/2010/04/12/uk-kfc-faces-boycott-threat-muslims-halal-trial/
Netherlands: Female mosque leader offers new European brand of Islam, targeting intolerance
http://www.courant.com/news/nation-world/sns-ap-eu-netherlands-europes-new-muslims,0,4782285.story
Against Nazi News:
Russian judge gunned down in ‘neo-Nazi’ revenge killing
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/europe/russia/7582117/Russian-judge-gunned-down-in-neo-Nazi-revenge-killing.html
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New Delhi Several Injured In Radioactive Cobalt-60 Exposure
April 12, 2010
Five people suffering serious burns were hospitalized in West New Delhi this week from contact with radioactive material in a Delhi scrap market identified as Cobalt-60 which may be used for making a dirty bomb.
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Nuclear scientists from the Baba Atomic Research Center and Narora Atomic Power Plant identified the material and are working around the clock to investigate its source.
Police yet to trace the origin of Cobalt-60, the radioactive material that caused serious injuries to six persons and are awaiting the recovery of the owner of the scrap shop from where it was found three days ago to get more clarity.
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AERB experts, along with Department of Atomic Energy scientists, had yesterday safely removed eight bunches of metal scraps containing sources of Cobalt-60 radioactive isotope from the West Delhi shop and transported the material to the Narora Atomic Power Station in Uttar Pradesh.
AERB has said its probe into the source of Cobalt-60 pieces may help the Delhi Police trace the route through which it landed in the shop.
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Source: http://www.nationalterroralert.com/updates/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/radioactive_material
Heard this on the news a few minutes ago: “chemical fumes in the cabin, 5 crew people ill”, landed safely”
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Apr 13, 2010 ... American Airlines flight 49 made an emergency landing in Iceland Tuesday after several crew members became ill and reported chemical fumes ...
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An American Airlines plane holding 145 passengers had to make an emergency landing in Iceland Tuesday when five members of AA’s crew became ill due to ...
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“Syria Gave Scuds to Hezbollah, U.S. Says”
By CHARLES LEVINSON and JAY SOLOMON
SNIPPET: “JERUSALEM—Syria has transferred long-range Scud missiles to the Lebanese Shiite militant group Hezbollah, Israeli and U.S. officials alleged, in a move that threatens to alter the Middle East’s military balance and sets back a major diplomatic outreach effort to Damascus by the Obama administration.”
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“’Scud Crisis’ Threatens War between Israel, Hizbullah”
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“Is Israel Facing War with Hizbullah and Syria?”
by David Schenker
(April 6, 2010)
FedEx Explosion Sparked By Batteries Being Shipped
An explosion at a FedEx Ground location in a Miramar strip mall is being called
an accident after authorities determined the blast was sparked by batteries
being shipped, authorities said.
[Miramar is North San Diego suburb...granny]
MORE DETAILS:
http://www.10News.com/tu/5OZfCF1IN.html
Glad you got caught up, will attempt to get ahead of you again.
http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2010/04/brussels-riots-after-fatal-police-chase.html
Brussels: Riots after fatal police chase
Police chase
Early Sunday morning a special unit chased an Audi, ending up on the viaduct in Woutersbrakel, where the E19 crosses the Brussels ring road.
At about 4AM, an agent fired at the Audi driver because ‘he felt threatened’ [ed. according to another report, because his colleague was threatened]. The driver (29) died of his injuries on site. His passenger (21) tried to escape from the police by jumping from the viaduct. He was seriously injured and brought to hospital. His chances of surviving the fall are slim.
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Riots Sunday
Riots started off in the Brussels suburb of Sint-Gillis Sunday night. The incident began at about at around 8pm next to the Bethlehem Square. Several youth set off small fires and threw oil on the square. Calm was restored when the police showed up and occupied the square, but then the incidents began in earnest.
Youth threw stones at the police, turned over cars and set them alight. They also threw Molotov cocktails.
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Incidents on Tuesday
Three fires were set on Tuesday night in the Brussels suburbs of Sint-Gillis, Anderlecht and Sint-Jans-Molenbeek: Two cars and the entrance of a synagogue were set aflame. The synagogue fire was extinguished by neighbors, but the two cars burned down.
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The group of youth stand as one behind the killed gang-member. They they don’t shun harsh language and exaggerations. In order to make their point clear, they give their fantasy free reign. “You know how old the boy that they murdered was? 17 years old. His brother sat next to him, he was 29. They didn’t have any weapon with them. They were normal boys from the neighborhood here. And you tell us, how can you be a serious bandit if you’re 17 years old?”
The Nijvel court definitely contradicts this story. The man on whom the agent opened fire was born in 1981, his friend in 1989. The gang members, who were wanted for violent raids on casinos in Brussels, were not family members.
The youth in the Bethlehem square identity without difficulties with their martyrs. The most talkative of the group, a boy of about 20, with a beard, cap and sports=shoes, has had enough of ‘everybody seeing us as bad guys’.
“We are not the problem. We’ve had enough of the police, which provokes us by killing innocents. These were people with brothers, sisters and parents. They’ve raised their sons well for years, and now they’ve been murdered by the cops. I’ll walk with you through the whole neighborhood to look for somebody who’s had a problem with them, you won’t find anybody.”
Just like with the riots in Kuregem, the security bodies are the targets. The riots in Sint-Gillis began with an attack on the local police commissioner’s office and on a police patrol car.
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“And than we’ll turn this into Chicago,” another adds. “And it will be the police’s turn.” [ie, we’ll take care of them]
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Remember a few years ago, when al-qaeda had a plan to break up America?
Was it the same plan as this Russian one from December 2008?
Granny googling and finding amazing hidden bits here and there, did Russia engineer the plan for al-qaeda and for obama?
Russian Scholar Predicts U.S. Collapse in 2010
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According to the Wall Street Journal, Panarin began talking about a divided United States at an international conference in Lintz, Austria, in 1998. His presentation to 400 delegates included a slideshow map of the United States. When he clicked a button, the map divided into five separate regions.
Panarin’s theory suggests that as the economic crisis continues, wealthy states will withhold funds from the federal government and secede from the union. He says classified analysis by Russian intelligence after the Soviet breakup predicts America will divide along ethnic and demographic lines and collapse in civil war in 2010. Additionally, the academic predicts the United States will become influenced or annexed by other nations.
Panarin’s map shows the Western United States as the California Republic, which will fall under China or Chinese influence. The Midwest will become the Central North-American Republic and be absorbed by Canada. The Southeast will become the Texas Republic and fall under Mexican influence or control. The Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region will become Atlantic America and possibly join the European Union. Russia will reclaim Alaska, and Hawaii will become a protectorate of Japan or China.
Panarin’s initial presentation resulted in shock among the Lintz delegates, though some did seek an autographed copy of his divided U.S. map. Panarin, a Russian nationalist who has a framed satellite image of the Bering Strait—the sliver of water that separates Russia and Alaska—in his Moscow office, insists he is not celebrating a U.S. collapse. He says Russia is too dependent on the dollar and trade. He does, however, consider the United States foreign debt a “pyramid scheme” and says “China and Russia would usurp Washington’s role as a global financial regulator.”
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http://qwstnevrythg.com/2010/04/dominican-republic-airport-mafia-and-disappearing-airplanes/
Dominican Republic: Airport mafia and disappearing airplanes
By xxxevilgrinxxx | Published: April 14, 2010
DiarioLibre.com/SOTT
Santo Domingo – The investigations regarding the disappearance of an airplane that left the Joaquin Balaguer International Airport at El Higuero destined for Port-au-Prince, but which turned towards Colombia, have let to the discovery of a mafia that handled clandestine flights and which used local airports. According to the investigators, these flights handled people and money.
Besides the “mysterious” disappearance on Sunday,7 March, of a Cessna 210L Centurion, serial number 21059588, and the Cessna C-210 with tail number N-2066S, last December , the authorities added yesterday the flight of a Cessna 172 AP, tail number N6028Y, to the file of “disappearing” airplanes. This was a flight that left from El Portillo Airport bound for Punta Cana and then disappeared from radars and landed in a clandestine field in Puerto Rico.
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