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North Korea said to be sending thousands of troops to help Russia in Ukraine war https://www.cbsnews.com/news/north-korea-troops-russia-ukraine-war/ South Korea's spy agency said Friday that North Korea has dispatched troops to support Russia's war against Ukraine, a development that could bring a third country into the war and intensify a standoff between North Korea and the West. The National Intelligence Service said in a statement that Russian navy ships transferred 1,500 North Korean special operation forces to the Russian port city of Vladivostok from Oct. 8 to Oct. 13. The North Korean soldiers deployed in Russia have been given Russian military uniforms, weapons and forged identification documents, the NIS said. They are currently staying at military bases in Vladivostok and other Russian sites such as Ussuriysk, Khabarovsk and Blagoveshchensk, and that they will likely be deployed to battle grounds after completing their adaptation training. North Korea likely received Russian promises to provide security support for Pyongyang in its intense confrontations with the U.S. and South Korea over its advancing nuclear program.

Putin Says Russia Won't Let Ukraine Obtain Nuclear Weapons https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2024-10-18/putin-says-russia-wont-let-ukraine-obtain-nuclear-weapons Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday Russia would not let Ukraine get nuclear weapons, after Ukraine's leader said that since Kyiv had given up its Soviet-era nuclear arms, it must join NATO. Putin said any move by Ukraine to get nuclear weapons could not be concealed and would draw an appropriate Russian response. "Russia will not allow this to happen, no matter what," he told reporters.

Ukraine ‘will seek nuclear weapons’ if it cannot join Nato https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/zelensky-says-ukraine-will-seek-nuclear-weapons-if-it-cannot-join-nato/ar-AA1ssdEA Volodymyr Zelensky appeared to suggest Ukraine could seek nuclear weapons unless it is given Nato membership. “Either Ukraine will have nuclear weapons, which will serve as protection, or it must be part of some kind of alliance. Apart from Nato, we do not know of such an effective alliance,” Mr Zelensky said. Although Russia has threatened to fire a nuclear missile at Ukraine, this is the first time that Mr Zelensky has discussed building similar capabilities. He said that it had been a mistake for Ukraine to give up its nuclear missiles in 1994 after receiving security guarantees from Russia, Britain and the US, a view shared by most Ukrainians. “Who gave up their nuclear weapons? All of them. Only Ukraine,” he said. “Who is fighting today? Ukraine.”

Study: Inflation Undercounted by Half My lastest study with EJ Antoni finds Biden-Harris inflation has been undercounted by *half.* Meaning inflation has been close to 40%. This suggests we’ve been in recession since at least 2022. https://x.com/profstonge/status/1846891411737596010 @OneStopPatriot

U.S. Military Authorized to Use Lethal Force on American Soil: DoD Directive 5240.01 https://jonfleetwood.substack.com/p/us-military-authorized-to-use-lethal?r=u3rua&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true In a shocking development, the Department of Defense has reissued Directive 5240.01, granting itself new powers to deploy lethal force within the United States under certain circumstances. Former U.S. Representative Ron Paul (R-TX) has voiced grave concerns over the directive, which allows military personnel to assist civilian law enforcement, even with lethal force if deemed necessary. The directive, reissued on September 27, 2024, has been met with alarm by Paul and others who fear it paves the way for military action against civilians. The former congressman emphasized the potential dangers, suggesting that military force could be used to quash political dissent... Paul explained, “It’s not a law. It’s a DOD directive. They take over. They don’t pass laws.” “The military has granted itself permission to unleash lethal force on the civilian population... As November approaches, this directive has raised fears that the military could be mobilized to manage potential unrest surrounding the election.

US Sends B-2 Stealth Bombers To Hit Houthi Underground Bunkers In War's First https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/us-sends-b-2-stealth-bombers-hit-houthi-underground-bunkers-wars-first In the early morning hours of Thursday the US sent B-2 stealth bombers to launch major bombing raids on Houthi targets in Yemen. Was this a preview bombing run ahead of the expected major Israeli attack on Iran? The warplanes hit underground bunkers used by the Houthis, and is the first known instance the B-2 stealth jets were deployed in combat over Yemen since the war on Red Sea shipping began more than a year ago. The Associated Press called it a warning to Iran and noted that while the extent of damage is as yet unclear, "the attack appeared to be the first use of the B-2 in combat in years... "This was a unique demonstration of the United States’ ability to target facilities that our adversaries seek to keep out of reach, no matter how deeply buried underground, hardened or fortified,"... The B-2 would be used in any American attack on hardened Iranian nuclear facilities like Natanz or Fordo given it is the only aircraft in service that can drop the GBU-57, known as the "Massive Ordnance Penetrator."

Israel confirms Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar was killed in Gaza https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world/israel-confirms-that-hamas-top-leader-yahya-sinwar-was-killed-in-gaza/ar-AA1sr1VN Israeli forces in Gaza killed Hamas’ top leader Yahya Sinwar, a chief architect of last year's attack on Israel that sparked the war,... Sinwar has topped Israel’s most wanted list since the beginning of the Israel-Hamas war just over a year ago, and his killing strikes a powerful blow to the militant group.

Urgent warning over solar storms that could cripple internet for WEEKS https://www.msn.com/en-ae/news/other/urgent-warning-over-solar-storms-that-could-cripple-internet-for-weeks/ar-AA1sra7w Scientists have confirmed that solar maximum has officially arrived, and it could continue for the next 12 months. So while opportunities to see the aurora will ramp up, so will the chance of a global internet blackout. 'The most intense storms can sometimes result in catastrophic orbital decay of low Earth orbiting satellites and disrupt satellite based services such as communications and navigational networks. 'They can also induce strong disturbances in the geomagnetic field tripping electric power grids located in high latitude regions. A 2021 study published by a University of California Irvine scientist found the internet could be crippled for weeks in the wake of a severe solar storm. This is due to vulnerabilities in the world's massive network of submarine communications cables. I wonder if these are the same scientist that ran the COVID narrative? 🤔

Venezuelan gang members busted in San Antonio apartment raid https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/world/venezuelan-gang-members-busted-in-san-antonio-apartment-raid/ar-AA1ss7GW Members of a notorious Venezuelan supergang were among more than a dozen people arrested during a police raid at a Texas apartment building earlier this month. Authorities said they were able to clear nearly 300 of the 678 total units during the raid of the massive apartment complex. The bust, following complaints of human trafficking, narcotic violations and threats to apartment employees, will not be the last in the city as police promised to tackle other Venezuelan gang operations. “We’re onto you, we’re coming for you, and we know where you are,”... The raid was dubbed Operation Aurora following news that the gang took over units at a rundown apartment in Aurora, Colorado. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Tren de Aragua has been operating in the state since 2021 and he signed a proclamation last month declaring the gang a foreign terrorist organization.

BrucePac’s Meat Recall Expands to 11 Million Pounds Amid Listeria Risk https://www.theepochtimes.com/us/brucepacs-meat-recall-expands-to-11-million-pounds-amid-listeria-risk-5742129?utm_source=Goodevening&src_src=Goodevening&utm_campaign=gv-2024-10-16&src_cmp=gv-2024-10-16&utm_medium=email&est=AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAcvYuYxZbnpbo%2F6cLqGBIHrVjx0ZAJCYDQbF385kgvIFAsZgFuf2NdQ%3D%3D An 11-million-pound meat recall linked to possible listeria contamination has impacted hundreds of ready-to-eat products sold across major U.S. grocery retailers, including Walmart, Target, and Trader Joe’s. On Oct. 9, BrucePac, a Woodburn, Oregon-based pre-cooked meat producer, recalled a total of 9,986,245 pounds of its ready-to-eat meat and poultry. On Oct. 15, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) noted an additional 1,779,040 pounds of product subject to recall, increasing the weight to 11,765,285 pounds. Affected products have been shipped to distributors and other establishments across the United States, including restaurants and other food service providers. Some affected items include ready-to-eat wraps and salads, meal kits, tacos, and sandwiches sold at a variety of retailers across the United States.

Countries are likely to default more frequently on their foreign currency debt in the coming decade than they did in the past due to higher debt and an increase in borrowing costs, agency S&P Global Ratings warned in a report on Monday. https://www.reuters.com/world/sp-global-says-countries-likely-default-more-often-coming-decade-2024-10-14/

First it was fake economic numbers, now it's fake crime statistics. The US government and it's media apparatus has become an enemy of the people. https://www.zerohedge.com/political/stealth-edit-fbi-quietly-revises-violent-crime-stats

As IV shortage continues, U.S. invokes wartime power to speed recovery https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/as-iv-shortage-continues-us-invokes-wartime-power-to-speed-recovery/ar-AA1sk3mp The Biden administration says it has invoked the wartime powers of the Defense Production Act to speed rebuilding of a major American factory of intravenous fluids that was wrecked by Hurricane Helene last month. Damage to the plant in North Carolina has worsened a nationwide shortage of IV fluids, and hospitals say they are still postponing some surgeries and other procedures as a result. Some 60% of the nation's IV supplies had relied on production from the plant, run by medical supplier Baxter, before it was damaged by the storm. ASPR officials are now looking into other ways that the powers might be able to accelerate rebuilding or help other domestic manufacturers ramp up. Officials say they are also backing plans to airlift more supplies into the U.S.

Russian military officer killed in 'hit' in Moscow region https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/russian-military-officer-killed-hit-moscow-region-2024-10-16/ A Russian military officer who had recently returned from fighting in Ukraine has been assassinated in what looks like an organised hit in a village in the Moscow region,... TASS said law enforcement sources believed the killer had waited for the serviceman's car before striking. Russian media named the victim as Nikita Klenkov, whom the independent news outlet Important Stories named as a high-ranking officer in the GRU military intelligence service. At least three shots were fired into the side window of the victim's car as he was driving, and the vehicle kept moving until it ran into the fence of a house.

Israel 'will respond soon' to Iran's missile attack, says defense minister https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20241016_16/ Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant says his country "will respond soon" to Iran's massive ballistic missile attack on October 1. "It will be a precise and lethal response" Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly informed US President Joe Biden of a plan to target Iranian military facilities.

Hundreds of Verizon Fios users report outage in NY https://news.yahoo.com/news/hundreds-verizon-fios-users-report-005048547.html Hundreds of Verizon Fios users in the NYC area reported outages Monday for home internet,... The most reported issues involve 5G Home Internet and landline internet,... Thousands of outages began pouring in around 6 p.m. Outages were also reported in Upstate New York and Philadelphia. 🤔 The telecoms have been down a lot lately.

True Value files for bankruptcy after 75 years, blames weak housing market for plunging sales https://nypost.com/2024/10/14/business/true-value-files-for-bankruptcy-after-75-years-blames-weak-housing-market-for-plunging-sales/ True Value filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Monday and is seeking to sell the 75-year-old business to a rival — the latest hardware company to succumb to a weak housing market,... Like other hardware companies, True Value fell victim to a weak housing market,... Home Depot and Lowe’s have also struggled to bounce back from the consumer slowdown. Instead, discount retailers like Target and Walmart prevailed as cash-strapped customers searched for cheap deals. Home furnishing retailers Big Lots and LL Flooring announced in September they had filed for bankruptcy as sales plummeted.

World on the brink as NATO plans to move nuclear-capable fighters to Putin's doorstep https://www.express.co.uk/news/world/1962430/nato-nuclear-bombers-russian-border The United States reportedly planning an expansion of a European military base to house nuclear-capable fighter jets, as it looks to counter the growing threat of Russia. Government procurement contracts reportedly show plans to enhance the facilities at Kecskemet air base in Hungary as part of Washington's European Defence Initiative. The project was revealed in an online notice, with the works described as being necessary to “accommodate North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO)-equivalent Tactical Fighter Aircraft (TFA) and Strategic Transport Aircraft.” Planes accommodated at the base will include the F-15 Eagle, an all-weather fighter aircraft capable of dropping B61-12 nuclear gravity bombs, as well as A-10 Warthog, and C-5 Galaxy transport jets,... The works come amid horror warnings from intelligence bosses that Russia could be ready to launch an attack on NATO by the end of the decade. Top Russian officials have previously said Moscow would respond with “counter-measures” to any increased US presence in Europe.

Walgreens will shutter more than 1,200 stores in bid to turn around struggling chain https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13961715/Walgreens-stores-struggling-chain.html?ico=article_preview_xp_mobile Walgreens said on Tuesday it would shut 1,200 stores over the next three years as new CEO Tim Wentworth plots a turnaround at the struggling pharmacy chain operator hit by sluggish consumer spending and low drug reimbursement rates. News of the closures means that by 2027 one in seven Walgreens will have closed its doors. Around 500 of the stores scheduled for the chop will shutters over the next year, although their locations have not yet been revealed. Pharmacy chains are facing their most turbulent time in recent history as consumers avoid high-priced grocery items... America's retail sector is facing what has been dubbed a 'retail apocalypse' driven by high inflation leading to store closures and bankruptcies. Other chains who've closed many or all of their stores include Macy's, Rite Aid, K-Mart, 7-Eleven and Family Dollar.

North Korea blows up inter-Korean road, rail lines near border https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/north-korea-blows-up-parts-inter-korean-roads-its-side-s-korean-military-says-2024-10-15/ North Korea blew up sections of inter-Korean roads and rail lines on its side of the heavily fortified border between the two Koreas on Tuesday, prompting South Korea's military to fire warning shots. Pyongyang said last week it would cut off the inter-Korean roads and railways entirely and further fortify the areas on its side of the border as part of its push for a "two-state" system scrapping its longstanding goal of unification. At around midday on Tuesday, some northern parts of road and rail lines connected to the South were destroyed,... Tensions mounted after the North last week accused Seoul of sending drones over Pyongyang. North Korea said the drones scattered a "huge number" of anti-North leaflets,...