"The government of the Western nations, whether monarchical or republican, had passed into the invisible hands of a plutocracy, international in power and grasp. It was, I venture to suggest, this semi-occult power which … pushed the mass of the American people into the cauldron of World War I."
Major General J.F.C. Fuller (1878-1966) Decisive Battles of the U.S.A., 1776-1918, (1942) p.396
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Russia backs Venezuela in standoff with US
The South American country is facing a blockade by US warships deployed in the Caribbean
Russia has reaffirmed it's full support and solidarity with Venezuela as the country faces a US military blockade in the Caribbean, the Foreign Ministry in Moscow has announced.
Washington has deployed multiple Navy vessels to the region since September, attacking boats it claims are involved in drug trafficking with the support of the Venezuelan government and blockading oil tankers entering or leaving the country. Caracas has consistently denied Washington’s claims, accusing the US of plotting regime change to gain access to Venezuela’s natural resources.
On Monday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a phone conversation with his Venezuelan counterpart, Yvan Gil, during which the top Russian diplomat expressed “serious concern over Washington’s increasingly escalatory actions in the Caribbean Sea,” according to the ministry statement. Lavrov added that the US military buildup could “lead to far-reaching consequences for the region and create a threat to international maritime navigation.”
Over the weekend, several media outlets, citing anonymous American officials, reported that the US Coast Guard was in “active pursuit” of a Venezuela-linked oil tanker in international waters in the Caribbean Sea. Over the past two weeks, US forces have already seized two tankers.
Since September, the US Navy has destroyed multiple boats off the coast of the South American country that it claims were carrying drugs. President Donald Trump has also threatened that land strikes could happen “pretty soon.”
Venezuela has characterized the seizure of oil tankers off its shores by the US Navy as an “act of piracy,” and accused Washington of seeking to install a “puppet government” in Caracas.
Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier expressed ”solidarity with the people of Venezuela and reaffirmed his support for the [Nicolas] Maduro government’s resolve to defend national interests and sovereignty against foreign pressure.”
Earlier this month, the Chinese Foreign Ministry similarly backed Caracas, saying that Beijing opposes “all acts of unilateralism and bullying.”
https://www.rt.com/russia/629893-lavrov-russia-supports-venezuela-us-military-buildup/
Malicious Actors Impersonating Senior US Officials, FBI Warns
“Activity dating back to 2023 reveals malicious actors have impersonated senior U.S. state government, White House, and Cabinet-level officials, as well as members of Congress to target individuals, including officials’ family members and personal acquaintances,” the alert said.
“If you receive a message claiming to be from a current or former senior U.S. official, do not assume it is authentic.”
As Naveen Athrappully reports for The Epoch Times, the threat actors have sent text messages and artificial intelligence-generated voice messages as part of their impersonation campaigns.
In the scheme, criminals contact a target by impersonating a U.S. official and briefly engage in conversation on a topic the target is well-versed in, the agency said. They then request that the communication be taken to an encrypted mobile messaging application. In most cases, the initial contact is made via SMS, and the conversation is then moved to an app such as Telegram, WhatsApp, or Signal.
Once this communication channel is set up, they inquire about events such as bilateral relations, current affairs, and trade and security policy negotiations, according to the FBI.
The malicious actor then suggests setting up a meeting between the target and the U.S. president or other high-ranking officials. They also lie that the target is being considered for nomination to the board of directors of a company.
According to the FBI, targets have been asked to take certain actions, including providing an authentication code allowing the fraudsters to sync their device with the contact list on the target’s phone, supplying personally identifiable information and copies of personal documents, and wiring funds to a financial institution located abroad under false pretenses.
The Dec. 19 alert is an update to an earlier alert issued by the FBI on May 15, which warned that once a target is lured into a messaging platform, he or she may be presented with malware or hyperlinks designed to steal log-in information, such as user names and passwords.
The malicious actors may use voice phishing tactics, which involve audio generated by artificial intelligence to impersonate public figures or personal relations to boost the believability of the scheme.
https://www.ic3.gov/PSA/2025/PSA251219
Military Jet Performs 'Headbutt' On Plane Intruding Into Mar-a-Lago Airspace
The aircraft entered restricted airspace at about 9:20 a.m., prompting an F-16 fighter jet to conduct what is called a “headbutt maneuver,” in which the jet flies directly in front of a civilian plane to get the pilot’s attention, the North American Aerospace Defense Command said in a news release.
NORAD, which oversees the airspace of the United States and Canada, did not specify the type of aircraft involved or its point of origin or destination.
Temporary flight restrictions went into effect at 11:30 p.m. on Dec. 19 ahead of Trump’s arrival in Palm Beach later that night for his annual Christmas and New Year’s visit to Mar-a-Lago. The restrictions, issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), are set to remain in place until 6:30 p.m. on Jan. 4, 2026.
Under the restrictions, most flights are prohibited within a 10-nautical-mile radius, or about 12 miles, around Mar-a-Lago. A larger outer ring extending to 30 nautical miles, or roughly 35 miles, allows more limited aircraft movement, according to the FAA.
When an aircraft violates the restricted airspace, air traffic controllers would try to contact the pilot and instruct them to exit the area. If the pilot does not respond, NORAD may dispatch fighter jets to intercept the aircraft. Intercepting pilots may fly alongside the plane, tip their wings, release flares, or perform other maneuvers to attract the pilot’s attention.
Pilots who violate temporary flight restrictions may face penalties ranging from warnings and fines to suspension or revocation of their pilot certificates, the FAA said.
Since Trump was elected to a second term, he has made multiple weekend visits to Palm Beach County, triggering flight restrictions each time he is in town.
In early March, less than two months into Trump’s second presidency, NORAD said it had already intercepted 20 civilian aircraft for violating temporary flight restrictions near his Palm Beach residence.
https://www.zerohedge.com/political/military-jet-performs-headbutt-plane-intruding-mar-lago-airspace
Bibi is giving the west a war with Iran for Christmas
Flanked by Greek and Cypriot leaders, PM sends defiant message to Iran and Turkey
At a Jerusalem summit, Netanyahu pledges expanded military and security cooperation with Greece and Cyprus, warns Iran that any aggression would draw a harsh response, and signals resolve against regional ambitions threatening stability in eastern Mediterranean
Asked about rising tensions with Iran amid recent military drills, reports of increased ballistic missile production and regional threats, Netanyahu said Israel is closely monitoring developments and preparing accordingly. “We know Iran has been conducting exercises recently,” he said. “We are tracking it, making the necessary preparations. And I want to make clear to Iran — any action will be met with a very sharp response.”
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/h1xl6zw7zg
Greens accuse Federal Police of radicalising 13 year old boy as hackers steal Israeli data relating to Bondi psyop
Iranian hacker group Handala has allegedly leaked sensitive phone records and digital data linked to Israeli politicians following the deadly Australian attack, shattering Israel’s long-promoted image of cyber invincibility, This report examines claims that devices connected to senior Israeli figures were compromised, including explosive revelations involving former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, the timing of the leak, and growing suspicions surrounding the Australian incident.
We also explore why this story surfaced now, how it intersects with Gaza, Palestine recognition, and Benjamin Netanyahu’s political agenda, and why critics are warning of a possible false-flag narrative.
This video breaks down what was leaked, who is implicated, and why this data breach is sending shockwaves through Israeli politics and international media.
The Bondi attack shattered Hanukkah celebrations turning a religious gathering into a scene of terror and grief. Authorities say the attack deliberately targeted the Jewish community during the first night of the festival, killing at least 12 people and injuring dozens more.
Among the first victims identified was Chabad emissary Rabbi Eli Schlanger, speaking in Israel in the video above, a well-known figure in Australia’s Jewish community who was attending the event as part of the celebrations.
In the aftermath, past public statements and social media posts by Rabbi Schlanger—referencing trips to Israel and expressions of solidarity during periods of conflict—circulated widely online, drawing renewed attention amid the tragedy.
These hackers explain how PM Albanese is terrorised about Israel’s dirty deeds and the reason why federal and NSW Labor are rushing to enact new hate speech censorship laws.
Mossad claims the world “as their stage:”
https://cairnsnews.org/2025/12/23/greens-accuse-federal-police-of-radicalising-13-year-old-boy-as-hackers-steal-israeli-data-relating-to-bondi-psyop/
https://cairnsnews.org/2025/10/08/iran-hacked-netanyahus-extensive-blackmail-files-israel-starts-bombing-tehran/