Brian Berletic, November 05 2024
Israel’s most recent missile strikes on Iran reveal the limits to conventional Western military power in the Middle East, reflecting wider limits globally.
Israeli Strikes Demonstrates Limits of Western Military Might (archived)
Tag: surface-to-air missiles
Korean unions say no to U.S. war buildup, demand Yoon’s resignation + More
On Nov. 2, the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions (KCTU) will host the National Workers’ Rally to carry on the spirit of martyr Jeon Tae-il, a dedicated South Korean sewing worker and labor rights activist who tragically took his life at just 22, a protest against deplorable working conditions in South Korea’s factories. This year, the rally will focus on the call for President Yoon Suk-yeol’s resignation.
Korean unions say no to U.S. war buildup, demand Yoon’s resignation
Previously:
US Government Behind Campaign Violating North Korean Airspace
South Korea to resume loudspeaker broadcasts at DPRK
The West is Learning the Wrong Lessons about Airpower in Ukraine [Updated w/ video]
A recent article appearing in the US-based Business Insider titled, “Russia’s showing NATO its hand in the air war over Ukraine,” would provide a showcase of the deep deficit in military expertise driving increasingly unsustainable, unachievable foreign policy objectives. The article summarizes a number of interviews conducted with Western “airpower experts,” exhibiting a profound misunderstanding of modern military aviation, air defenses, and their role on and above the battlefield.
The West is Learning the Wrong Lessons about Airpower in Ukraine
If US can clear way for ‘cease-fire in Gaza’, Red Sea problem would be solved
If US can clear way for humanitarian aid to Gaza, ‘joint patrol would not be necessary’
If US can clear way for ‘cease-fire in Gaza’, Red Sea problem would be solved
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US Navy destroyer shoots down missiles potentially headed toward Israel: Pentagon
The USS Carney, a Navy destroyer in the Red Sea, on Thursday shot down multiple missiles launched by Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen that the Pentagon said were potentially headed toward targets in Israel.
US Navy destroyer shoots down missiles potentially headed toward Israel: Pentagon
False flag?!
Robbers ‘Loot’ Russian Missiles Left Behind In Chernihiv; Ukrainian Police Bust Bizarre Theft, Arrest Culprits
Tor is a short-range, all-weather, low to medium-range surface-to-air missile system deployed in Ukraine. Both combatants have used the weapon system and its various upgraded and modernized variants in the ongoing war. Ukrainian forces destroyed several Russian Tor air defense systems throughout the war.
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This is the second time in a week that such bizarre theft has come to light. Earlier this week, the National Police in Kyiv had disclosed the seizure of weapons and detained a man who they claim had “a significant amount” of arms hidden in an apartment and a garage.
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Controversy has unfolded in Ukraine regarding criminals and arms traffickers stealing weaponry sent from Western equipment stock meant for the Ukrainian troops that are perpetually in need of armed support, whether Western or Soviet-origin arms, to fight against the Russians.
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According to a Defense Department inspector general report* that came to light in July this year, criminals, volunteer fighters, and arms traffickers took some Western-provided weaponry and equipment meant for Ukrainian troops last year before it was found.
Related:
*The DoD’s Accountability of Equipment Provided to Ukraine (DODIG-2023-002)
NYT exposes Zelensky lie about Donbass missile strike
An investigation contradicts the Ukrainian president’s claim that a Russian attack killed civilians the same day as a visit by the US secretary of state
NYT exposes Zelensky lie about Donbass missile strike
Related:
Evidence Suggests Ukrainian Missile Caused Market Tragedy
Ukrainian army strike on Konstantinovka kills 16 civilians (videos/photos)
Flash : an Atlanticist missile slaughter civilians in Konstantinovka, Donetsk People’s Republic
U.S. Allowing Weapons Customers to Commit Crimes Against Humanity on the Saudi‐Yemen Border
President Joe Biden wants to sign a security agreement with Saudi Arabia despite its history of human rights abuses and, in recent actions, its reported shooting and killing of Ethiopian migrants.
U.S. Allowing Weapons Customers to Commit Crimes Against Humanity on the Saudi‐Yemen Border
Previously:
US Knew Saudis Were Slaughtering African Migrants at Border But Kept Quiet
Ukraine Claims Troops Landed on Crimea in Night Raid
The operation hasn’t been confirmed by Russia
Ukraine Claims Troops Landed on Crimea in Night Raid
Video via Emil Cosman
Related:
UPDATED: Ukrainian Assault Group Was Scared Off By Tourist With Rifle In Crimea
Kiev Blogger sentenced to 5 years in Prison. No opposing version of events allowed in Ukraine?
Kyiv-based vlogger Inna Voronova received a one-year probation sentence for publishing footage of Ukrainian anti-air defense in action, Kyiv Prosecutor’s Office said in a Facebook post on July 5.
Kyiv blogger sentenced for filming air defenses in operation
Video via Emil Cosman
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