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Oct 13 2023

Queers for Palestine


Armstrong Economics Blog/Politics Re-Posted Oct 11, 2023 by Martin Armstrong

Rep. Rashida Tlaib was spotted with both the Palestinian and LGBTQ flags outside of her office. I don’t even know what to say. Far-left liberalism has become a mental illness. I can assure you that neither Palestine nor Israel wants the support of the alphabet community. It would have been quicker to conduct a simple Google search in the time it took the people above to make that sign. A Pew Research poll from 2022 found that 93% of Palestinians opposed homosexuality. It simply goes against their religion.

You’re sadly mistaken if you live in the West and believe you are as oppressed as a person living in Palestine with limited resources in a nation with a growing poverty rate of 30% at best.

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It is illegal to be gay in Palestine with a possible punishment of up to 10 years… unless Hamas catches you, because then you’re dead. In 2016, Hamas killed one of their own top officials for homosexual activities. Yet, there are countless Queers for Palestine groups throughout the world. The Human Rights Association, affiliated with the World Economic Forum and ESG scores, wrote that transgender and gay rights are complicated in the Muslim world.

The HRC states:“As with Christianity and Judaism, Islam’s sacred texts have been used to oppress LGBTQ people across the centuries. A traditional reading of the Qur’an can lead to the condemnation of same-sex relationships and thus of same-sex marriage. However, because there is no central governing authority, communities and individuals are free to make their own choices regarding this issue.”

The Quran believes in the story of Sodom and Gamora, just like Christians and Jews. But the Quran states that the hedonistic city led to the start of homosexuality. These texts simply cannot be revised to fit the modern narrative.

The Quran on homosexuality:

“We also sent Lut: He said to his people: “Do ye commit lewdness such as no people in creation (ever) committed before you? For ye practice your lusts on men in preference to women: ye are indeed a people transgressing beyond bounds.” Quran 7:80-81

“What! Of all creatures do ye come unto the males, and leave the wives your Lord created for you? Nay, but ye are forward folk.” Quran 26:165

The Torah and Old Testament on homosexuality:

“Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind; it is detestable.” – Leviticus 18:22

“And if a man lie with mankind, as with womankind, both of them have committed a detestable act: They shall surely be put to death; their blood shall be upon them.” Leviticus 20:13

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu permits LGBTQ culture to exist to appease its Western allies, but he does not openly welcome the gay community. People call Israel a haven for the LGBTQ community in the Middle East, but that is only in contrast to the Islamic nations. Gay marriage is illegal in Israel. In 2006, Israel agreed to recognize gay marriages performed in other countries, because they need their allies to remain an independent country. Israel permitted gay service members to join the military in 1993, because that is when the US permitted it reluctantly. Numerous members of Israel’s parliament belong to the Religious Zionist movement and the Orthodox communities believe in yehareg ve’al ya’avor, “die rather than transgress.” Again, their religion does not permit this counterculture.

We don’t need to discuss Christianity since that is the only acceptable religion to mock in the “free world.” The West no longer supports Christian values and, therefore, has lost the main component of solidifying nations and providing a standard code of conduct.

Many of these people chanting to free one side or the other hate their own country for being oppressive and discriminatory. Rep. Rashida Tlaib has every flag but America’s outside of her office. The far-left claims children need to decide their pronouns before they begin to read, and gender is simply a conspiracy theory. They do not understand the cultural significance of the nuclear family in other cultures nor the extreme lengths the West goes through to make their lives easier than anywhere else in the world. Be grateful you live in the West where you are welcome and allowed to live in peace.

Oct 13 2023

Israel & Hamas & World War III


Armstomg Economics Blog/Israel Re-Posted Oct 11, 2023 by Martin Armstrong

Hamas’s attack was deliberately orchestrated to create an open war. I say that because of the taking of hostages, knowing that this will simply escalate the crisis. The ongoing hostage situation presents a unique crisis, for included within those hostages are also Americans. Taking about 150 living hostages presents a crisis that can engulf the entire region. This is not simply a retaliation against Hamas. They have said for every attack, they will kill one hostage.

The question also brings into play Hezbollah. Will they open up a northern front to the war? If Israeli troops enter Gaza, Hezbollah’s response to a massive Israeli ground operation would most likely pull them in as well. Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said: “No power, no food, no gas.” “We are fighting human animals, and we act accordingly.”  Defense officials have ordered a “complete siege” of Gaza in response to this attack, which was the deadliest day in Israeli history.

Israel has bombarded the densely populated enclave in retaliation, killing at least 920 people. On Tuesday, the Israel Defense Forces announced that the border with Gaza was secured and that it was preparing for an offensive.

There is no doubt that this was planned. Syria’s President Bashar al-Assad visited China for the first time in nearly 20 years. Beijing seeks to deepen its influence in the Middle East. Interestingly, according to Chinese media, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his wife left their three children in China when they returned to Syria after attending the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. In addition, Egyptian intelligence officials said that Jerusalem had ignored repeated warnings that the Gaza-based terror group was planning “something big.” They claim to have directly warned the prime minister. Egypt has often served as a mediator between Israel and Hamas. This only further validates that this was allowed to occur just like 9/11.

The Neocons seek to use the Middle East as a second front against Russia. They are really in control of the White House. The standard position of the United States has emphasized the importance of Israeli security. Looking at Biden’s prepared statement drafted by the Neocons, there was no mention of restraint whatsoever. With Americans included in the hostages, the Neocons are celebrating as usual. I’m sure Blinken and Victoria Nuland were popping the champagne. A plane carrying U.S. weapons landed in Israel ahead of a visit by Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is eager to get World War III going.

The Biden Administration will be dragged in since the Neocons are in full control. Most politicians want to blindly support Israel, while a small minority want them to impose accountability and costs. The Neocons want no accountability whatsoever. My sources confirm that the weapons used by Hamas were mostly American, which came from what Biden left behind in Afghanistan.

Our computer, which has been truly amazing in its geopolitical forecasts, clearly shows that we were entering war beginning in 2014 into particularly 2027 – a 13-year period of escalating civil unrest as well as international war. The light at the end of the tunnel is that these psychopaths will lose at the end of the day. Their grand plans for a Great Reset that will eliminate any Democratic movement and usher in totalitarianism will fail. The light at the end of the tunnel is that WE GET to recreate government, and this time, let us learn from all the mistakes in human history. This is our great opportunity post-2032. Let’s roll up our sleeves and create a new world to leave behind.

Oct 13 2023

FBI Says No Credible Threats in U.S. – Meanwhile, NYPD Puts Police Resources on Patrol of Jewish Schools and Synagogues


Posted originally on the CTH on October 12, 2023 | Sundance 

NBC frames the FBI downplaying statement to suggest that MAGA extremists are stoking fears of militant Islamic attacks [SEE HERE].  Meanwhile the New York Police Dept and various other city law enforcement agencies around the country have been put on alert.   In summary, this is the political state of our FBI.

The FBI says there’s no reason to believe a threat exists; meanwhile regional police prepare in case a threat is triggered.   Which approach would you prefer?

IGNORE THE THREAT – (NBC) –  The FBI said this week it had no information indicating a credible terrorist threat against the United States, but social media pundits who have been raising the alarm for days aren’t backing down. 

Conservative social media influencers have been filling platforms such as X and Truth Social with speculation not backed by any evidence that attacks on civilians in Israel would soon be followed by similar attacks in major U.S. cities and that people should begin preparing — including by avoiding cities and purchasing firearms. (read more)

PREPARE FOR THE THREAT – (NY Post) – The NYPD will be out in full force Friday in anticipation of possible mayhem stemming from the global “day of Jihad” called for by Hamas’ ex-chief — which has left religious centers on edge and some Jewish parents scared to bring their kids to school.

During a meeting with Jewish community leaders Thursday, Deputy Commissioner of the NYPD Intelligence and Counterterrorism Bureau, Rebecca Weiner, stressed that police were bolstering their presence out of “an abundance of caution” and that there were no credible or specific threats to the city.

“This is to deter anyone who would seek to do us harm in this city,” Weiner said, “We still are not seeing any threat reporting suggesting violence in New York City.”

“We are obviously aware that that can change at any moment.”  Police advised religious centers to limit access to buildings, ensure doors are locked at all times, double check their security cameras and alarms are working properly, conduct perimeter sweeps, and screen any mail and packages. (read more)

WASHINGTON DC – […] A Capitol Police spokesperson said the department conducted several briefings Thursday about their increased security posture. The Hill’s police force said separately Thursday that it was “enhancing” security around the Capitol complex as Hamas warned of a “day of action” on Friday. Although the Capitol Police said there weren’t specific threats towards Congress, they were acting out of an abundance of caution. (read more)

I’m sorry, but when the FBI says there’s no cause for concern, there’s usually cause for concern.

Idiots!

Oct 12 2023

Founding Member of Hamas Calls for Global Rage and Jihad to Begin Friday the 13th


Posted originally on the CTH on October 11, 2023 | Sundance

Many people dismiss this as the insane ravings of a known jihadi terrorist. However, what many people forget, or fail to recognize, is the scale of indoctrination amid the extreme ideologues who believe in the ultimate cause of jihad against Israel and the West.

You have seen the pro Hamas celebrations in London, Sydney, New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Baltimore, Minneapolis, Dearborn and Washington DC, following the slaughter of the Jews in Israel and the murder, rape and beheading of thousands of innocent men, women, girls, boys, children and babies on October 7th.

What kind of mindset takes to the streets in celebration of mass slaughter and terrorism?   Think about it.  Think about it carefully.  Within walking distance to your home is a faction of militant extremism aligned in common purpose.  Within the 7.5 million illegal alien encounters in the past three years, and 5.18 million of them as adult males, now, go back and tell me about the “insane ravings” of the founder of Hamas.

Khalid Mashal the leader and founding member of Hamas gave a speech today asking Muslims all around the world to do the following:

1. To show anger, especially next Friday, in Muslim countries and Also among Muslim diaspora around the world; he called it “the Friday of Al-Aqsa flood”, he said this will send a message of rage to Zionists and to America

2. He asked for financial help from all Muslims around the world; to help with their money, he called it “Financial Jihad”. He asked Muslims to give to the fighters of Gaza in order to compensate them for the destruction.

3. He asked political pressure, from Muslim leaders and Muslim nations, to stop Israel’s military invasion of Gaza

4. The most important thing: He asked all Muslims around the world to carry Jihad by their souls; to fight and be martyrs for Al-Aqsa. He wants Muslims to fight against the Jews, starting with Muslims who live in the countries surrounding Israel: Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, and Egypt (but also other countries), to go to the borders and try to enter, each by his own means.

He said: This is the time for Jihad to be applied on the ground rather than just in theory.

He asked the Mujahedeen to go in long caravans to spell their blood on the land of Palestine.  

These are his final words: Funds are important but today we are asking for your blood and souls [to be sacrificed for Palestine] (link)

Add to the number of direct Islamist jihadists, the support networks and foot soldiers from extreme leftists and groups like Black Lives Matter.

Better to be prepared, than not.

Oct 12 2023

House Ways and Means Committee Press Conference Upon Release of Documents Showing DOJ Intervention to Protect Joe Biden Son


Posted originally on the CTH onJune 23, 2023 | Sundance

The House Ways and Means Committee held a press conference after a vote to release information from an IRS whistleblower that showed the U.S. Justice Department involved in an effort to protect Hunter Biden, the son of Joe Biden, from outcomes related to his illegal money laundering operation.

According to the accusations, the money laundering was done in an effort to hide Hunter and Joe Biden selling influence and accepting payments from foreign government sources.  The allegations include, the Dept of Justice and FBI led by AG Merrick Garland and Deputy AG Lisa Monaco, interfered in the investigation in order to protect the Biden administration.  WATCH:

“Today, the Ways and Means Committee voted to make public the testimony of IRS employees blowing the whistle on misconduct at the IRS and the Biden Department of Justice regarding unequal enforcement of tax law, interference and government abuse in the handling of investigations into criminal activity by President Biden’s son, Hunter Biden, and retaliation against IRS employees blowing the whistle on this abuse.”

Whistleblower #1 redacted transcript ~ Whistleblower #1 redacted affidavit ~ Whistleblower #2 redacted transcript ~ Whistleblower #2 redacted supplemental submission ~ June 7, 2023 letter ~

Oct 11 2023

Nikki Haley Urges Genocide


Armstrong Economics Blog/War Re-Posted Oct 11, 2023 by Martin Armstrong

Nikki Haley wants to outdo Mike Pence when it comes to being the leading Neocon running for the Republican presidential nominee. Her proposed solution to the current war is an all-out genocide. “I say this to Prime Minister (Benjamin) Netanyahu: Finish them. Finish them. Hamas did this. You know Iran is behind it. Finish them,” she proudly shouted at the TV.

Haley is strongly in favor of supporting Ukraine and Israel. She believes, or wants you to believe, that Russia and Hamas both personally attacked America. “This should be personal for every woman and man in America,” Haley urged, later adding, ““They were saying ‘Death to Israel,’ ‘Death to America.’ This is not just an attack on Israel. This is an attack on America.” Instead of offering any diplomatic advice, Haley wants Israel (and therefore the West) to wage war upon Iran. Palestine is merely cannon fodder for Iran in the same way that Ukraine is for Russia. The Neocons are looking to go after the nuclear powers.

Does anyone realize what would happen if America declared war on Iran? Apparently not, because her political peers are cheering her on, brainstorming new ways to wipe out Iran and Palestine (and Russia and China). Lindsey Graham is asking the White House to fly the Israeli flag to show solidarity. Graham wants to wipe out Iran’s infrastructure and bomb their oil fields since that has worked so well in the past. Iran has friends in high places, and we can not take them on all at once. Haley is so hell-bent on finding a way to profit on the military-industrial complex that she officially brought China into the conversation! “Russia, China, and Iran are joined at the hip. All three of them,” she said, urging the US not to lift sanctions. She should be on the frontlines since she’s so passionate about war.

A Chinese journalist asked Haley what she meant by “finish them” and accused her of “escalating tensions” and “inciting more killings.” In true Neocon fashion, Haley decided to offend America’s top trading partner who also has an extensive nuclear weapons program. No surprise, the Communist China propaganda machine is siding with the Hamas terrorists,” she wrote on X. “It’s a badge of honor to be criticized by these people.”

This war will not be limited to the Middle East. There has never been a nuclear war before and the Neocons are provoking people backed into a corner with nothing to lose. They do not care how many people die because their pockets grow fatter with every drop of blood spilled.

Oct 11 2023

Joe Biden to Speak as 11 Americans Confirmed Dead in Israel, More Held Hostage – Livestream


Posted originally on the CTH on October 10, 2023 | Sundance

The people controlling Joe Biden admit at least 11 American citizens have been confirmed to have been killed in Israel. It is “likely” that American citizens may be among those being held hostage by Hamas, and the Biden administration is working with Israeli officials on “every aspect of the hostage crisis.”

The White House also notes that there are multiple American citizens whose whereabouts remain unaccounted for.

Joe Biden is expected to address the issues and read the statements prepared for him shortly. Livestream Links Below:

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Oct 11 2023

World War III Begins – Israel v Palestine


Armstrong Economics Blog/War Re-Posted Oct 10, 2023 by Martin Armstrong

Hamas troops penetrated the Iron Dome and descended upon Israel this weekend, murdering and kidnapping civilians. Israel has declared war on Palestine, and US warships are in route to the area. The West supports Israel through and through, but it comes as no coincidence that Biden provided Iran with $6 billion in September.

Now Iran sees Palestine as the West sees Ukraine – cannon fodder for a proxy war. Disposable. The Iranian Parliament was seen chanting “DEATH TO ISRAEL. DEATH TO AMERICA” on the day the attacks began. Palestine has an even more powerful ally – CHINA. Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in June for a three-day visit. “We have always firmly supported the just cause of the Palestinian people to restore their legitimate national rights,” Xi stated.

Peace talks between Palestine and Israel ended in 2014. China may have mended tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia, but Israel-Palestine is another issue entirely. The land dispute in this region can be traced back to biblical days. Historians believe Palestine comes from the word “Philistia” or Philistines who are cited in the Torah and Old Testament as sworn enemies of the Jews. Muslims, Christians, and Jews alike know the story of King David battling the Philistines to become king of Israel, albeit they all interpret him a bit differently. You can read a rough overview of events here.

This is MASSIVE. Some are calling this Israel’s 9/11 as the attacks are completely unprecedented. In fact, Biden gave Iran $6 billion last month on the 22nd anniversary of 9/11 for good measure. The US military PAID $3.3 billion to Israel in 2022 and helped them develop the Iron Dome, which was thought to be almost impenetrable unless someone gave away those state secrets ($). Every adult in Israel has received basic military training, and everyone is prepared for war. So we think young men in their 20s from a terrorist militia managed to penetrate the Iron Dome without help from a foreign power?

Who benefits here? Palestine and Israel will fight to the death and have been awaiting an opportunity to do so. There will be untold casualties and this is a very unfortunate moment in history. Russia sees the West is about to stretch their resources extremely thin. China may also prove to be the main victor as the West is distracted with two separate wars, both of which China has managed to avoid direct participation in…for now. Again, Mahmoud Abbas likened his struggles with Palestine to what China faces with Taiwan in terms of the modern world not supporting their view of how the map should look. China sent “technical delegations” to support Palestine earlier this summer. Their alliance is not new.

The computer had been predicting a large uptick in the war cycle, but I personally could not have predicted an attack of this nature. The lines have been drawn in the sand and sides have been solidified. The West is now deeply involved in two proxy wars and there is no going back.

Oct 10 2023

Israel – 9/11 All Over Again?


Armstrong Economics Blog/War Re-Posted Oct 9, 2023 by Martin Armstrong

COMMENT: Marty, Thank you for this report. Your sources are beyond compare. Others speculate. I cannot express my gratitude. This is 9/11 all over again. We can feel 2032 coming. And thanks for including the forecast on oil.

HKM

ANSWER: Thank you. I want to stress that our network of clients worldwide all contribute. Without them, we would remain in the dark. Socrates pinpointed 2023. This is just starting.

Oct 10 2023

Special Report – the Next Jihad


Armstrong Economics Blog/Reports and DVDs Re-Posted Oct 9, 2023 by Martin Armstrong

Not everything is as it may appear. Are we looking at a Middle East version of 9/11?  This time, it is significantly different. Our computer is projecting a Middle East War, as we have laid out over the past several years, and 2023 was the target for the rise in volatility throughout this region. This attack was by no means a surprise. There is far more at stake than meets the eye. What did Hamas even get the high technology needed for such a massive invasion? This report will take these questions with the forecast for the currencies and oil into the year ahead, which may surprise many. Because of its importance on a global scale, it is price for the average investor.

If you want the book go to Armstrong Economics Blog

Special Report – the Next Jihad