At least 2,000 children killed in Gaza – charity

Israeli airstrikes are killing minors “indiscriminately,” aid organization Save the Children has said

At least 2,000 children have died in Israel’s bombardment of Gaza over the past 17 days, UK-based aid group Save the Children has said.

The charity cited figures from the Hamas-operated Health Ministry in Gaza, which stated on Monday that at least 5,087 people have been killed in Israel’s siege of the enclave, including at least 2,055 children.

“Thousands of homes, and dozens of playgrounds, schools, hospitals, churches and mosques have been damaged or destroyed in Gaza,” Save the Children said. “At least 4,600 children [have been] injured as reported by the [Gaza] Ministry of Health – some with excruciating burns, lost limbs and other horrific blast injuries.”

It claimed that Israeli airstrikes are “killing and injuring children indiscriminately.”

In addition to the 2,055 children said to have been killed in Gaza, the charity also noted Israeli media reports stating that “a further 27 children were killed in Israel.”

Israel has launched an unprecedented bombardment of Gaza in retaliation for the surprise October 7 incursion into its territory by the Palestinian militant group Hamas. About 1,400 people, mostly civilians, were killed in the attack, during which Hamas fighters also seized a reported 250 hostages.

On Monday, Hamas released two elderly female Israeli hostages as pressure grew for the group to free any captives being held in Gaza. Israel is widely expected to launch a ground offensive into the enclave in the coming days, as part of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s pledge to eradicate Hamas.

“With the death toll climbing, children are at risk and terrified,” Save the Children’s Jason Lee said in a statement. “Children have been killed and injured in every major escalation, not to mention suffering from serious longer term mental health impacts. They’ve never emerged unscathed.”

Lee added that a ceasefire must be agreed immediately, insisting that “the only way to truly protect children’s lives is to halt this violence.”

Elsewhere in its statement, Save the Children warned of further humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, saying that over 1 million children are “trapped in the middle of the active conflict zone” with no safe route out. Many lack access to medication and adequate care after Israel shut off electricity that powered vital healthcare infrastructure, the agency added.

https://www.rt.com/news/585696-save-gaza-children-killed/

House Republicans Elect Tom Emmer for Speaker in Secret Ballot – GOP Lawmakers Once Again Turn Their Backs on Voters

Tom Emmer wants to change the US Constitution to eliminate the Electoral College and let the popular vote and radical left blue states choose the US President.

It’s becoming increasingly difficult to support a party who hates you and ignores you as a voter.

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2023/10/breaking-house-republicans-elect-tom-emmer-speaker-secret/

Xi Fires Defense Minister - Second Top Official To Leave In 3 Months With No Explanation

In another mysterious major shake-up at the highest defense and political levels under Xi Jinping, China’s Defense Minister Li Shangfu has been fired Tuesday, making him the second high-profile official to be sacked without any official reason offered.

It follows the surprise ouster of Foreign Minister Qin Gang in July, which was also met with intense speculation and rumors of a broader political crackdown toward ensuring total pro-Xi loyalty. In the case of now former defense chief Li Shangfu, he hadn't been seen public since late August, after only being appointed to the post the prior March.

His removal has already been approved by the rubber-stamp legislature, the National People’s Congress, state media has confirmed. This further means Li is no longer a member of the powerful Central Military Commission. He has been under US sanctions, which Beijing had long protested and bristled at.

The NY Times has emphasized this adds to the growing rumors that this is all part of an anti-corruption crackdown, also part of stricter controls on national security, and that Li could possibly be facing formal charges:

Just four months ago, China’s defense minister, Gen. Li Shangfu, was at a forum for regional officials in Singapore, serving as the face of his country’s bold vision for reshaping Asia’s balance of power. He cast China as a force for stability and accused the United States of stirring trouble in the region, suggesting that its leaders should “mind your own business.”

Now, General Li has been dismissed after nearly two months out of public view — the latest example of the capriciousness of high-level politics in China under Xi Jinping, the country’s top leader.

https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/xi-fires-defense-minister-second-top-official-leave-3-months-no-explanation

AG’s for 16 US States and Washington DC Object to $290M Settlement Between JPMorgan Chase and Epstein’s Victims

In the last days, it seemed like the bank was finally about to close this dark chapter, having reached settlements with both the victims and the USVI – but a major disruption to these plans may have just arisen.

JPMorgan Chase’s $290 million class-action settlement with Jeffrey Epstein’s victims is facing objection from many U.S. states, alleging that the agreement ‘would limit their ability to seek compensation for sexual abuse victims’.

Reuters reported:

“In a letter made public on Monday in Manhattan federal court, the attorneys general of 16 states and Washington, D.C., complained about settlement language that prevents ‘any sovereign or government’ from seeking damages arising from sex trafficking by Epstein and the late financier’s associates.

The attorneys general said including such language without their consent would deter them from seeking damages for sex trafficking victims, not just Epstein’s, under the federal Trafficking Victims Protection Act.”

In their letter, the AGs also noted that Deutsche Bank’s similar $75 million agreement with Epstein’s accusers did not contain the offending language they are objecting to.

‘Jeffrey Epstein’s surviving victims should be fully compensated for the profound harm they have suffered’, New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez wrote. ‘However, as it now stands, the settlement agreement improperly seeks to release (the states’) claims for victim-specific relief’.”

The objection was filed by attorneys general of Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Mississippi, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Utah and Vermont.

The settlement between the parties requires approval by U.S. District Judge Jed Rakoff, who has ordered JPMorgan and Epstein’s accusers to address the states’ objection by Nov. 6.

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2023/10/ags-16-us-states-washington-dc-object-290m/

Rep. Tom Emmer for speaker.

The Minnesota RINO was formerly a paid spokesman for the George Soros funded organization The National Popular Vote initiative.”

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2023/10/wtf-gop-members-may-endorse-former-soros-group/

Google and Apple limit map functions in Israel and Gaza

The deactivation was reportedly requested by the Israeli military ahead of an expected ground offensive in Gaza

Google Maps, Waze and Apple Maps are no longer showing live traffic updates for Israel and Gaza, according to multiple media reports. The move comes ahead of an expected invasion of the Palestinian territory by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).

“As we have done previously in conflict situations and in response to the evolving situation in the region, we have temporarily disabled the ability to see live traffic conditions and business information out of consideration for the safety of local communities,” a Google spokesperson told Bloomberg on Monday.

He noted that while real-time traffic data has been turned off, users can still use the navigation systems and will still be able to see the estimated times of arrival, which will be based on live conditions.

Another source with knowledge of the situation told Bloomberg that Google’s removal of real-time crowding data in Israel and Gaza was done at the request of the IDF, as such information could potentially reveal Israeli troop movements.

Previously, Google made a similar move when it disabled live traffic data on Google Maps in Ukraine in 2022 following the launch of Russia’s military operation. At the time, the company said it made the decision after consulting with Ukrainian authorities.

According to Israeli tech outlet Geek Time, Apple appears to have started adhering to the IDF request on Monday, with users unable to see live traffic reports on Apple Maps.

Neither the IDF nor Apple have confirmed or denied the reports.

Meanwhile, US officials have reportedly expressed concerns over Israel’s anticipated ground operation, with some suggesting that the IDF does not have a workable plan for sending troops into Gaza, and could end up being unable to eliminate Hamas.

Hamas launched an incursion into Israel on October 7, killing an estimated 1,400 Israelis and taking another 200 hostage. Israel responded by declaring war on the Palestinian group and laying siege to Gaza, while launching artillery and air strikes and killing more than 5,000 people, according to local authorities.

https://www.rt.com/news/585697-google-apple-maps-israel/

Erdogan Finally Submits Sweden's NATO Bid To Turkish Parliament, With $20BN F-16 Deal Looming

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has submitted Sweden's bid to Turkey's parliament for the first time. The move happened Monday, at a moment the globe's attention has switched from Russia-Ukraine to the Israel-Gaza war, and has brought Stockholm's entrance into the alliance a big step closer.

"The Protocol on Sweden’s NATO Accession was signed by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on October 23, 2023 and referred to the Grand National Assembly of Turkey," the Turkish presidency announced on social media. Turkey under Erdogan has been the most outspoken in blocking Sweden's bid, having long complained that it harbors 'terrorists' - due to the large Kurdish population which often organizes anti-Turkey protests and political movements.

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson enthusiastically welcomed the development in Stockholm's favor. "Welcome that President Erdoğan signed Sweden’s ratification protocol to NATO and submitted it to the Grand National Assembly of [Turkey]. Parliamentary procedures will now commence. We are looking forward to becoming a member of NATO."

Hungary has been the only other country which has resisted giving approval, which relates to a diplomatic spat with Sweden over criticism of the government of Prime Minister Viktor Orban, also related to what's seen as Budapest's 'closeness' to Russia and Putin.

But like it did with Finland, Hungary is likely to follow suit in approving Sweden now that Turkey has dropped its objections. On Tuesday its foreign ministry said Hungary will made a "sovereign decision" on the contentious issue.

Starting last spring, Sweden agreed to begin extraditing Turkish nationals in Sweden who are wanted by the Erdogan government. Ankara really tightened the screws on this issue, and Sweden has been playing ball, after initially emphasizing that it will not violate human rights or free speech/assembly protections.

Also last spring, Swedish parliament strengthen anti-terror laws in line with Turkish requests. As the Associated Press reported at the time:

The revision includes a prison term of up to four years for individuals convicted of participating in an extremist organization in a way that is intended to promote, strengthen or support the group. However, the penalty can be increased to eight years when a crime is deemed serious.

The legislation allows for someone identified as a leader of a terror organization to receive a life sentence, which in Sweden generally means a minimum of 20-25 years.

It remains that what Turkey sees as an "extremist organization" is different than how Sweden approaches the issue. Turkish officials have long bitterly complained even if Kurdish groups exercise their right to free speech and so much as make anti-Erdogan posters and slogans.

https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/erdogan-finally-submits-swedens-nato-bid-turkish-parliament-20bn-f-16-deal-looming

Laundering with Immunity: The Control Framework Part 2 – A Powerhouse of Ruin

There are 76 international organizations who hold extensive immunities and privileges, in addition to the Bank for International Settlements along with 63 central banks and financial institutions that function with BIS, to create a complete control framework that operates entirely outside the law from what all other organizations must adhere to. While they all tout they are about “transparency,” that couldn’t be further from the truth. This framework began in the 1930’s, was formally established in the 1940’s, and has evolved into the most powerful globalist regime, with arms extending beyond 190 countries.

https://www.coreysdigs.com/global/laundering-with-immunity-the-control-framework-part-2-a-powerhouse-of-ruin/

Sobbing Trump co-defendant Jenna Ellis flips on ex-prez, says she has ‘deep remorse’

A third attorney who falsely claimed the 2020 election was stolen from then-President Donald Trump by fraud flipped Tuesday and agreed to cooperate in the Georgia criminal case against the ex-commander-in-chief — saying she had “deep remorse” for her actions.

Jenna Ellis, 38, tearfully said she “failed” to do “due diligence” on fraud claims pushed by Trump, 77, in swing states including Georgia — where President Biden beat Trump by fewer than 12,000 votes. She joined former Trump attorneys Sidney Powell and Ken Chesebro in also pleading guilty.

“I relied on others, including lawyers with many more years of experience than I, to provide me with true and reliable information, especially since my role involved speaking to the media and to legislators in various states,” Ellis told Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee in court.

“What I did not do, but should have done your honor, was to make sure that the facts the other lawyers alleged to be true were in fact true. In the frenetic pace of attempting to raise challenges to the election in several states, including Georgia, I failed to do my due diligence.”

https://nypost.com/2023/10/24/news/trump-codefendant-jenna-ellisa-flips-says-she-has-deep-remorse/

Tom Emmer Called FTX Founder Bankman-Fried ‘A Very Likable Young Man’

Bankman-Fried's FTX helped bankroll the uni-party political establishment through the 2022 midterms.

McCarthy-backed Speaker of the House candidate Tom Emmer called FTX founder and accused massive financial fraudster Sam Bankman-Fried, whose now-defunct crypto exchange helped bankroll the uni-party establishment, “a very likable young man.”

Both before and after Sam Bankman-Fried and his FTX crypto exchange came tumbling down, drawing comparisons to notorious Ponzi schemer Bernie Madoff, Minnesota GOP Rep. Tom Emmer spoke highly of SBF and his industry as a whole.

When FTX crashed and Sam Bankman-Fried’s face was plastered on television screens and media stories all over the world, Emmer was one of the few politicians in America not piling onto the alleged scammer who faces a laundry list of federal charges.

“I’m not going to pass judgment until we see what all the details are,” Emmer told the press at the time, before adding that Sam Bankman-Fried is “a very likable young man.”

As mentioned, Rep. Tom Emmer’s flattery of Sam Bankman-Fried and others tied to FTX didn’t just begin after the exchange came tumbling down.

In March 2022, when FTX was bankrolling the uni-party establishment, including Kevin McCarthy’s political machine that massively funds Emmer’s campaigns, Emmer joined a bi-partisan group that became known as the “Blockchain 8” for their efforts to stop federal inquiries into FTX.

The group wrote a letter to Gary Gensler, the Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, alleging that federal inquiries into FTX were “stifling innovation”.

https://nationalfile.com/tom-emmer-called-ftx-founder-bankman-fried-a-very-likable-young-man/

LEWIS HERMS DISCUSSES PLEADING GUILTY TRUMP TRAP

https://www.bitchute.com/video/BDS49jGUNobX/