IDF prepares for ‘decisive defeat of Hamas’

JNS  

“At the end of the day, we will have to penetrate inside Gaza City, and I think that everyone who stays there will be considered a militant. Otherwise, he would have gone. He knows the threats, he knows that we are coming in with large forces,” Knafo said."

Following the Israeli Security Cabinet’s decision to prepare for a final, large-scale military takeover of Gaza City, the war against Hamas is entering its most decisive phase. The impending operation, which will reportedly involve an estimated 80,000 soldiers, is aimed at dismantling the last major stronghold of the terror organization, which continues to hold 20 living Israeli hostages and the bodies of 30 additional hostages.

Former senior Israeli defense officials have stated in recent days that this high-stakes offensive is a necessary and long-overdue step to achieve the war’s ultimate objectives. They argued that the success of the mission will hinge not just on military force, but on Israel’s ability to project determination and to strategically separate the civilian population from Hamas’s control, thereby forcing the terror group’s collapse as a regime and power broker in Gaza.

Shalom Arbel, a former senior member of the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) who served extensively in Gaza, told JNS that Hamas, guided by a long-term jihadist Islamist ideology bent on Israel’s destruction at all costs, operates like a ruthless real estate dealer, constantly making a cost-benefit analysis.

" 'Hamas operates on the basis of its satanic agenda, which is the doctrine of the Muslim Brotherhood,” said Arbel. This ideology views the Land of Israel as Islamic territory that “must be returned to Islam. Now that doesn’t mean that this must be within five years or twenty years. This is a long journey from their view, until ‘redemption.’ It’s an eternal journey.”

“ 'Hamas, in my acquaintance with it, conducts a daily situation assessment and calculation of its steps, and looks for the steps that will most bring it closer to this goal,” Arbel said. “Its goal is to bleed Israel, exhaust its power socially and nationally and militarily,t o cause it economic damage.”

"However, if Hamas “sees that Israel is determined—even if it’s not fully realized, but that Israel is getting close [to seizing all of Gaza]—it will carry out what is called loss minimization and will raise a flag and say, ‘Stop, let’s negotiate.’ It will not want to lose everything,” Arbel assessed." . . . More...

How the Russia Hoax Nearly Started World War III

 I. Introduction In the aftermath of the 2016 U.S. Presidential election. . .  

. . ."a dangerous and unprecedented narrative was born: that Russia had not only interfered in the election, but had installed Donald Trump as a puppet president. This narrative—originating from a Clinton-funded dossier and propagated by partisan officials and media allies—unfolded into a geopolitical accusation with the potential to spark war. This document outlines the timeline, the players, and the parallels to global conflicts past, especially the lead-up to World War I.

II. The Dossier and Its Origins

"The Steele dossier was opposition research paid for by the Clinton campaign via law firm Perkins Coie and Fusion GPS."It contained unverifiable and salacious claims, many sourced from dubious or anonymous figures.The FBI, under Director James Comey, used the dossier to obtain FISA warrants against Trump campaign associates, despite knowing it was uncorroborated.

III. Accusing a Nuclear Superpower

"The narrative evolved from interference to collusion to control—asserting that Vladimir Putin had helped elect Trump. The January 6, 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment (ICA) claimed Putin favored Trump and interfered to help him win. Evidence now suggests that this ICA was politically pressured and revised after President Obama directed changes in December 2016.

IV. Russia’s Perspective From Russia’s viewpoint: 

"They were accused of conducting an act tantamount to war: subverting a nuclear-armed democracy.Sanctions followed, along with NATO troop movements and international condemnation.They were provoked, humiliated, and cornered, yet did not retaliate militarily.

V. A False Flag of Global Proportions  

"Russia never introduced the Steele dossier. No credible evidence has ever shown coordination between Trump and the Kremlin.The U.S. intelligence community was used as a political weapon, eroding trust domestically and internationally.

VI. Parallels to World War I  

"In 1914, miscommunication, alliances, and accusations spiraled into global war.  A localized assassination became the predicate for mass mobilization and mutual destruction.  In 2016–2017, the U.S. accused a superpower of subverting democracy—without proof—and prepared for diplomatic and economic retaliation. One wrong move by either side could have escalated into armed conflict.

VII. Trump’s Role: De-escalation Amid Smears

"While under constant investigation and media attack, Trump: Avoided new wars
Initiated diplomacy with Russia and North Korea;  Demanded NATO accountability;  Focused on energy independence to weaken Russia’s leverage

VIII. Postmodernism as the Enabler
"Postmodern ideology denies objective truth and treats narratives as tools of power.  This environment allowed a lie to be treated as reality, pushed by media, intelligence figures, and political elites. "The dossier didn’t need to be true—it only needed to be believed."

Former FBI Chief Chris Wray Knew About Adam Schiff Leaking Classified Documents to Press but Did Nothing

John Solomon and Jerry Dunleavy 

 "The staffer told the FBI that it was “suspected that SWALWELL played a role in the leak and noted that SWALWELL previously had been warned to be careful because he had a reputation for leaking classified information.”  

"A career intelligence officer who worked for Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee for more than a decade repeatedly warned the FBI beginning in 2017 that then-Rep. Adam Schiff had approved leaking classified information to smear then-President Donald Trump over the now-debunked Russiagate scandal, according to bombshell FBI memos that Director Kash Patel has turned over to Congress.

"The FBI 302 interview reports obtained by Just the News state the intelligence staffer — a Democrat by party affiliation who described himself as a friend to both Schiff, now a California senator, and former Republican House Intelligence Chairman Devin Nunes — considered the classified leaking to be "unethical," "illegal," and “treasonous,” but was told not to worry about it because Schiff believed he would be spared prosecution under the Constitution's speech and debate clause.

"No publicly-disclosed opinion from the Attorney General or the Solicitor General can be found making that determination as a matter of law.

"But officials told Just the News that DOJ officials showed little interest in pursuing Schiff when the allegations were brought to them years ago, citing the very same excuse the lawmaker had offered.

"In his most recent interview with the bureau in 2023, the whistleblower, whose name is redacted, told agents from the FBI's St. Louis office that he personally attended a meeting at which Schiff authorized leaking classified information.

" 'When working in this capacity, [redacted staffer's name] was called to an all-staff meeting by SCHIFF," the interview report said. "In this meeting, SCHIFF stated the group would leak classified information which was derogatory to President of the United States DONALD J. TRUMP. SCHIFF stated the information would be used to indict President TRUMP.' ” . . .

Former FBI Chief Chris Wray Knew About Adam Schiff Leaking Classified Documents to Press but Did Nothing 

 The FBI brass did nothing. Chris Wray did nothing. The FBI under Chris Wray allowed these criminal acts to take place.

Who Has Been Busy Destroying Democracy?

 Victor Davis Hanson  

 'So, it is no surprise that the panicked Democrats bark at the shadows—given that they know their revolutionary, neo-socialist agenda is destroying them." . . .

“Destroying democracy”—the latest theme of the Left—can be defined in many different ways.

"How about attempting to destroy constitutional, ancient, and hallowed institutions simply to suit short-term political gains?
"So, who in 2020, and now once again, has boasted about packing the 156-year-old, nine-justice Supreme Court?
"Who talks frequently about destroying the 187-year-old Senate filibuster—though only when they hold a Senate majority?
"Who wants to bring in an insolvent left-wing Puerto Rico and redefine the 235-year-old District of Columbia—by altering the Constitution—as two new states solely to obtain four additional liberal senators?
"Who is trying to destroy the constitutionally mandated 235-year Electoral College by circumventing it with the surrogate National Popular Vote Interstate Compact?
"Does destroying democracy also entail weaponizing federal bureaucracies, turning them into rogue partisan arms of a president?
"So, who ordered the CIA to concoct bogus charges of “collusion” to  sabotage Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign, the 2016-2017 transition, and the first 22 months of Trump’s first term?

"Who prompted a cabal of “51 former intelligence officials” to lie to the American people on the eve of the last debate of the 2020 election that the FBI-authenticated Hunter Biden laptop was instead the work of a “Russian intelligence operation?”

"Who ordered the FBI to connive and partner with social media conglomerates to censor accurate news deemed unhelpful to the 2020 Biden campaign?
"Who pulled off the greatest presidential coup in history by using surrogates in the shadows to run the cognitively debilitated Biden presidency, then by fiat canceled his reelection effort, and finally anointed as his replacement the new nominee Kamala Harris, who had never won a single primary delegate?
"Who ordered FBI SWAT teams to invade the home of a former president because of a classification dispute over 102 files out of some 13,000 stored there?
"Who tried to remove an ex-president and leader of his party from at least 25 state ballots to deprive millions of Americans of the opportunity to vote for or against him?" . . .Full article here...

WELL DONE, Marco Rubio, Secretary of State

 Bare Naked Islam

"In addition to the U.S. State Department’s decision to deny visas to unvetted Gazans being smuggled into the US for free medical treatment, now visitor visas for individuals from Gaza are also being stopped until further notice. The new State Department policy was in response to political commentator Laura Loomer’s breaking of this story the other day."

Babylon Bee reports: Scholars Now Believe Samson Slew 1,000 Philistines With A 6-Inch Italian B.M.T.

 Babylon Bee Parody

"WORLD — Old Testament scholars announced today that new evidence has revealed Samson actually slew one thousand Philistines with a 6-inch Italian B.M.T. on wheat.

According to researchers, the sandwich that dispatched scores of Philistines remained wrapped throughout the slayings, and that Samson sat down afterwards and commenced to "Eat Fresh."

" 'The last thing the Philistines ever smelled was the unmistakable aroma of Subway bread," said Old Testament professor Dr. Benjamin Hahn. "Armed with black forest ham, genoa salami, and spicy pepperoni, Samson laid waste. No one could stand before him and the sandwich topped with pickles, tomatoes, and light mayonnaise."

"Scholars speculated that the frozen tomato slices allowed Samson to wield the sub like a blunt club. "Place yourself on that field," said Dr. Hahn. "Can you imagine the waves of humanity falling before mighty Samson and his B.M.T.? With every swing, that crunch of the tomatoes and crunch of skulls? The Lord's ways are truly mysterious."

"At publishing time, scholars had stated they believed Samson finished off the last dozen Philistines with a Subway chocolate chip cookie."

More Bee: Man Tells Subway Worker He's Looking For Something With Stopping Power That's Compact And Easy To Conceal 

. . ."The interaction lasted approximately five minutes, with the unidentified customer questioning the durability and carrying capacity of the meatball sub. "Do you sell extra meatballs?" he asked. "What if I'm surrounded and, uh, I run out of meatballs?"

"At publishing time, the local Subway branch was shut down pending an investigation after a Subway sandwich sold at the location was involved in a crime."

Leftists Would Prefer More Death Than a Trump Win on Ukraine

 Kurt Schlichter  

"FACT-O-RAMA! Washington, D.C., is so violent (how violent is it?!) Abe Pollin, the owner of the Washington Bullets basketball team, changed the team's name to the Wizards. I guess it was easier than arresting the gun-toting yobbos who were perforating people for decades." 

"On today's episode of "Unredacted," I discuss Trump sitting down with Putin and what's actually at stake. The left is freaking out because Trump may actually bring peace to Ukraine. They don't care if people live or die; all they care about is attacking Trump from their electric vehicles. It's consistent with what the left always argues for: more death. Just like the illegal alien who killed Americans in his semi-truck. People would rather own Trump than save lives. Have you ever noticed that the people with a Ukrainian flag or sticker are the ones who care the least about how many Ukrainians die? I'm loving what I'm seeing in DC as they crack down on crime. It's only boomers who are being paid to protest who are "against" this. White people are literally coming to DC to protest against stopping black people from getting killed. The reality is that DC has proven itself incapable of self-rule. 

Did You See How MSNBC Is Rebranding?

 Leah Barkoukis

"MSNBC faced widespread mockery on social media Monday morning after announcing a rebrand as MS Now, which stands for My Source for News, Opinion and the World. Its Peacock logo will also be removed as part of the revamp.

"The change will be implemented later this year, with the network claiming the move supports its mission to its audience to be their “destination for breaking news and thoughtful analysis.”

For our viewers who have watched us for decades, it may be hard to imagine this network by any other name. We understand. But our promise to you remains as it always has. You know who we are, and what we do.

The same familiar and trusted hosts and journalists who make sense of what is happening in Washington, across the country, and around the world will still be here — whether that’s as you’re having a cup of coffee getting ready for the day ahead, seeking answers during breaking news moments, going deeper on the day’s headlines in the evenings, or discussin g the week’s biggest stories on the weekends.

You might be wondering, why is this change happening? As part of our move to a new media company, VERSANT — which also includes CNBC, Golf Channel, GolfNow, and SportsEngine — we’ll no longer be part of NBCUniversal and NBC News. This gives us the freedom to chart our own path forward, and we’re excited about where it’s headed. (MSNBC) . . .

Stop and Smell the Commie: The Normie's Guide to Recognizing Marxism Before it Kills Us All

 PJ Media

Identifying Marxists 101   The first reason to suspect someone may be a grimy Mao-mao is their appearance. The usual characteristics include (but are not limited to):  Birth control-level ugliness, annnnnd:

• Clownish hair
• Unsightly tattoos
• Armpit hair (females only) 

These are mugshots of Portland ANTIFA arrestees...and future members of the Democrat Congressional Caucus.

"Meet Yuri Bezmenov, the Soviet defector who, in 1984 (ironic!), told us the Rooskies' plan to topple the United States from within. Bezmenov told us that the Russians had a four-point plan to tear down our nation: . . .

Demoralize: Convince Americans that our country sucks. This is why your sister-in-law thinks our nation "sucks," is built on racism and "white supremacy," and needs to be destroyed and rebuilt from the bottom.

Destabilize: The best way to destabilize a nation is with rampant crime. This is why our nation's big, blue toilet towns are dangerous. Shoplifting up to $950 is fine. Democrats have run these cities for decades, if not a full century. Throw in some Democrat-sponsored riots to speed up the process. Add a struggling economy (thank you, Joe Biden), and voilá! You have the makings of a truly Marxist revolt on your hands. This is the stage where we are now in Bezmonov's plan. A rape pandemic, like we are seeing in Western Europe, will come to the U.S. during this phase, and liberal politicians will turn a blind eye. For a peek at the future of this phase, read these:  Related: Elon Musk Calls for Long-Overdue National Inquiry in UK on Rape Gang Scandal;  Related: Can We Talk About This Islamic Invasion Problem Before More Westerners Get Raped and Killed? . . .

. . . If you keep these goals in mind, every Marxist onslaught will make sense. Some of them are antiquated. Let's go through some of the rest of the goals.

15: Capture one or both of the political parties in the United States. The Marxists have clearly snagged the Democratic Party, and a few Republicans, too (looking at you, Mitch McConnell).

16: Use technical decisions of the courts to weaken basic American institutions by claiming their activities violate civil rights. Have you SEEN how many Marxist judges have thrown roadblocks in front of Trump since he won back the White House?

17: Get control of the schools. Use them as transmission belts for socialism and current Communist propaganda. Soften the curriculum. Get control of teachers’ associations. Put the party line in textbooks. This is why and how teachers are discussing gender with seven-year-olds, why they are teaching kids that socialism "rocks," and why they are pushing them to pledge allegiance to the "pride" flag." . . .

Judge expands restraining order against 'Beto' O’Rourke, adds ActBlue

 Nation | swiowanewssource.com

Politically Incorrect Humor

"A judge has expanded a temporary restraining order against former U.S. Rep. Robert (Beto) O’Rourke and his organization, Powered by People, as well as ActBlue and any bank or financial institution with whom they do business.

"The order was issued on Saturday after Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a motion with the court on Friday requesting it to expand an initial order issued last week.

"Eight days ago, a Texas district court granted a request for a temporary restraining order against O’Rourke and Powered by People, after both claimed to raise money to fund dozens of House Democrats leaving Texas, The Center Square reported. More than 50 left in protest to prevent the Texas House from conducting official business, including voting for a Congressional redistricting bill they oppose.

"Paxton’s office also launched an investigation into Powered by the People and Texas Majority PAC, The Center Square reported.

"The court’s initial order blocked O’Rourke and Powered by People from continuing to raise or distribute money for absconding Democrats. After the ruling, O’Rourke said the order wasn’t stopping him from raising money. The next day, he held a rally in Fort Worth, saying, “Still here, still raising and rallying to stop the steal of 5 congressional seats in Texas,” referencing the the new proposed maps that could flip up to five Democrat-held seats to Republican in the 2026 midterms.

"O’Rourke also posted videos on social media of him speaking at rallies to raise money for the House Democratic cause in Kansas City and in Fort Worth. He also posted links to raise money, saying, “the gloves are off. Donate now.”

"Powered by People and the Democratic PAC ActBlue continued to raise money to “fight” Texas redistricting efforts, prompting Paxton to file a motion of contempt against O’Rourke, The Center Square reported." . . .

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 Argus Hamilton's Rogue Report

• UFC chief Dana White confirmed the plan that the White House will host an Ultimate Fighting Championship on the South Lawn next July 4th. It's on the nation's 250th birthday. Fight fans expect to witness the most savage beat down at the White House since Hillary Clinton discovered the blue dress.

• President Trump flew to Elmendorf Air Force Base in Alaska Friday for a summit with Russian President Putin. We mean well but our past record states otherwise. The problem with U.S. diplomacy is that America sees itself as Dennis Quaid while the rest of the world sees us as Randy Quaid.
•  President Trump met virtually with European leaders including Zelensky Wednesday ahead of today's summit. Zelensky was in Berlin at the time seeking German support. The Germans agreed to send tanks to Ukraine as long as they are allowed to roll through Poland to get there for old times' sake.
• L.A. Mayor Karen Bass railed at Trump's immigration policy Thursday as federal agents seized illegal migrants on the sidewalk outside a rally in a downtown building. This town is on edge. Last night in West Hollywood I ordered an ICEE at the movie theater and the concession attendant surrendered to me.
• Congressman Eric Swalwell hosted a town hall in San Francisco Thursday where he ripped Republicans as fascists. A few years ago the House Intelligence Committee Member got honey-trapped into a torrid affair with a gorgeous Chinese spy. Whenever I see Eric I thank him for his service to our country.
• Governor Gavin Newsom vowed to gerrymander five more Democratic districts in California to make up for the five lost to the GOP gerrymandering in Texas. It's catching on. Vladimir Putin now says he didn't actually invade Ukraine, he simply re-drew the district of Russia until it looks like Illinois.
• President Trump named himself host of the Kennedy Centers Honors Awards show which CBS will telecast live in December. He should tap into all the talent that's available for him at CBS. If Trump wants to emcee a solemn and somber evening, Colbert's joke writers are under network contract.
• Business Week reports that AI startup IPO's are creating a record number of billionaires this year. And Like an old retiring ballplayer, AOL announced after 36 years it will end dial-up Internet by late September. Hopefully, that photo of Teri Hatcher I've been downloading will be finished by then.
• Washington D.C. was patrolled by 400 National Guard soldiers Tuesday. Leftist critics missed accusing Trump of racism for having troops wear jungle camouflage to blend in. The Guard will need to have Spanish cuss words spray-painted on their uniforms to blend into the background in L.A.
•  Nancy Pelosi surprised everyone by endorsing a bill in Congress to ban members from playing the stock market, because her $480 million portfolio she amassed while in office is why they wrote the bill. She's now like the 95-year-old guy who won the $500 million Powerball lottery. He's set for life.   More...

World Rewards Hamas for Its Atrocities; After Hamas’ Oct. 7 massacre, much of the world condemned Israel for defending itself—proof that antisemitism, not justice, drives global outrage.

Kenin M. Spivak › American Greatness

"On Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas launched a brutal assault on Israel. As 5,000 rockets slammed into civilian targets, terrorists massacred at least 1,200 Israelis, wounded about 3,500, and took 251 hostages. They raped, eviscerated, mutilated, beheaded, tortured, and incinerated their victims. At least 75 hostages have died, and about 20 remain in captivity.

"Prior to the attack, 137 UN member countries recognized Palestinian statehood. Apparently unbothered by Hamas’ savagery and distressed by Israel’s aggressive military response, 10 additional nations recognized Palestine after the attack. In the last month, Australia, Britain, Canada, and France provisionally joined them. Led by France, the European Union and 18 countries signed declarations criticizing Israel for defending itself and signaled that they too are poised to recognize Palestine. The United States is the last permanent member of the UN Security Council refusing to go along.

"International support for a two-state solution obstructs ceasefire talks and “encourages and rewards” terrorism, Secretary of State Marco Rubio responded, while senior Hamas political bureau member Ghazi Hamad observed that Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack brought the Palestinian cause to the forefront, and “is why all the countries are starting to recognize a Palestinian state.” Israel’s chutzpah in defending itself is the other reason.

Welcome to Gaza

"John Spence, the world-renowned chair of urban warfare at West Point, observes that no military fighting force has ever done more to avoid civilian casualties than Israel. Savvy Hamas propagandists falsely claim that Israel bombed the Al-Ahli hospital (struck by a Hamas rocket), killed Palestinians lining up for food (denied by aid groups, and disproved by video of terrorists firing on their own people), and starved Palestinians (tragically advanced by exploiting a genetically frail child).

"There is almost no attention to the continued calls by Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis to exterminate the world’s 20 million Jews, the sexual abuse and torture of hostages, an emaciated Jewish hostage forced to dig his own grave, UN confirmation that 89% of aid is intercepted by Gazan mobs and terrorists, or ongoing rocket attacks on Israeli civilians.

"Though Israel may be faulted for some of its choices, by historical and contemporary standards, Israel’s war of defense is righteous and moral, and would be seen as such for any other country. Israel has compromised its objectives and endangered its troops to protect and feed Gazan civilians who endorse these atrocities, while Hamas uses Gazans as human shields and bases its military in and under hospitals, schools, and residences. Israel’s provocative plan to temporarily take control of Gaza City will be accompanied by a significant increase in the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation’s aid.

"As the world turns on Israel, the facts become another casualty of war.

"Jews fighting back horrifies classic antisemites, as well as modern progressives who incongruously place Israel and Jews at the top of the colonial-oppressor hierarchy. Their Marxist dogma even attracts liberal Jews with Netanyahu derangement syndrome (Bernie Sanders, Chuck Schumer, and Ezra Klein, to name a few)." . . .  More...