Elul 4, 5778, 8/15/2018
 What can Leon Panetta advise President Trump?Head of the CIA and former Secretary of Defense, talks about the most important international issues for the American administration today. Binyamin Netanyahu gives his thoughts free reignHear: Netanyahu's stern lecture to NATO countries' ambassadors. Erdogan tries (and fails) to censor an American Think TankNATO, cowtowing to Turkish despot Erdogan, tried to stop a Turkish dissident from speaking at a conference run by MEF. Daniel Pipes would have none of it. Discussion of NATO intervention to protect Sweden's neighborsDenmark, Norway, Finland threatened by ISIS infiltration via Sweden's dissolving borders and collapsing sovereignty; Commentary. Watch: NATO F-16 harasses Russian Defense Minister's planeAfter a Russian plane harried a US warplane over the Baltic, a US plane flew near the plane of Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoygu. Merkel: Britain, US no longer reliable security partnersGerman Chancellor says Europe must take destiny into its own hands after Brexit, Trump election. 'I'm coming to Israel'President Trump announces his first state visit of Israel, Saudi Arabia, and the Vatican. The West is exhausted. Islam is notWe don’t live in nations, but in societies. Nothing is worth dying for. Russia Foreign Minister: We need a 'post-West' world orderRussian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says he hopes for a 'post-West world order' and pragmatic relations with US, says NATO is outdated. Pence: We will hold Russia accountableUS Vice President Mike Pence promises to support NATO, hold Russia 'accountable,' says NATO members should increase defense budgets.Israel opens NATO mission in BrusselsIsrael formally opens a mission at NATO headquarters, aiming to step up ties with the alliance. Europe's armies are dysfunctionalThe situation is much as it was when Hitler came to power. Netanyahu: Israel to help NATO anti-terror fight with intelBattle against Islamic terrorism 'must know no bounds' Netanyahu tells NATO ambassadors, says Israel opening NATO mission very soon. NATO not to join with US airstrikes in SyriaBut the foreign body will help on a 'niche' level, the alliance said Wednesday. Israel to upgrade ties with NATONetanyahu announces permanent mission at NATO headquarters and accreditation of representatives, in a reported Turkish concession. In the EU capital, churches are now restaurantsWhether or not one cares about the state of Belgium's churches, there is something eerily prophetic in their abandonment. Obama: This is the most peaceful era in human historyIn Germany, Obama makes surprising assessment of world peace, even while calling for Europe to do more to fight brutal ISIS jihadists. Kasich: NATO should spread Judaeo-Christian values'This is a battle between the civilized world and barbarians at the gate,' Republican presidential candidate John Kasich says.NATO: Russia in the way of solving Syrian conflictNATO says Russia is complicating the search for a solution to the Syrian conflict by bombing moderate opposition groups. Top NATO general: Russia and Syria 'weaponizing' migrant waveRussia 'poses a long-term strategic threat' to US and its allies, says top US, NATO general, warns migrants being used as a weapon. Russian bombers approach UKUK Ministry of Defense confirms that two Russian bombers are approaching UK airspace. Royal Air Force sends Typhoons to intercept.US says NATO may join anti-ISIS coalitionCarter announces NATO is 'exploring the possibility' of joining the coalition as an active member, significantly raising coordination. NATO accuses Russia of 'undermining' Syrian peaceAfter peace talks crumble amid new offensive backed by Russian airstrikes on opposition, NATO head takes shots at Moscow. Watch: Hungary’s northern frontArutz Sheva visits with the Hungarian Air Force mission in Lithuania.NATO Chief Warns of Russian 'Escalation' in SyriaNATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg says there is a "troubling escalation" in Russian military activity in Syria. NATO, Turkey on High Alert Over Russian Airspace ViolationsRussian aircraft strayed into Turkey twice in two days en route to Syria, officials say; Ankara summons Russian ambassador. Taliban Claims Downing a US Army PlaneTaliban says it shot down military transport plane at key town on route of terror influx from Pakistan; NATO has yet to confirm. NATO to Meet at Turkey's RequestAmbassadors of NATO states will meet on Tuesday for talks on violence between Turkey, ISIS and the Kurds. 'Obama's Blindness on Russian Nukes Has Become Dangerous'Congressman on Armed Services Committee reveals Obama and Clinton's 'reset' policy failed, and Russia is posing a new strategic threat. US to Put Heavy Weaponry in Eastern Europe in 'Policy Shift'As Putin pounces on Obama's limp foreign policy, US ups the ante with proposal for massive deployment in former Soviet-dependent states. Ukraine Fears Imminent 'Full-Scale' Russian InvasionRenewed fighting in Ukraine causes international alarm; Ukraine, observers say Russia moved tanks and broke ceasefire. Turkey Urges NATO Action on ISIS ThreatBrushing off criticism the his own government isn't serious about combating Islamic State, Turkish FM to bring up issue at NATO talks. Islamic, Western Countries in Joint Military Drill10,000 troops take part in major military exercise, including special forces - half of them from the United States. The Baltic Air MissionArutz Sheva takes you on a visual tour of the Sialuai Air Base, which belongs to the Lithuanian Air Force. The New NATO Sec. General is a Promoter of HamasStoltenberg is a poor choice as NATO sec.general for many reasons, the leading one being his support for Hamas. Tensions Rise Again in Ukraine After Two Tortured Bodies FoundUkraine vows more 'counter-terrorism' operations in Donetsk after mutilated bodies found; US pledges support, warns Russia. NATO, Russia in Talks on Syria Chemical Arms MissionDespite tensions over Ukraine, NATO and Russia are discussing a joint mission to protect a U.S. ship that will destroy Syria's chemicals. Hamas: We Will Treat NATO Forces as 'Occupiers'Hamas spokesman rejects Abbas's suggestion that NATO be deployed in the future Palestinian state. Kerry: Netanyahu Doesn't Want NATO Securing IsraelKerry says Netanyahu opposes Abbas's proposal of NATO forces replacing IDF in Judea and Samaria, criticizes 'settlers.' Report: Netanyahu Promised to Stop US Framework from PassingPrime Minister allegedly promised Jewish Home that the US's interference in negotiations would be curtailed. Turkey-Cyprus Clash Shows Israel 'Defender of NATO'Turkey forces Norwegian ship out of Cypriot waters. Analyst says 'Israel is now heart of NATO's southeastern flank.' Abbas Suggests NATO Presence in Palestinian StateAbbas offers to have IDF troops remain in 'Palestine' for five years, then replace them with a NATO force that can stay "for a long time." NATO Prepared to Help Destroy Syria's Chemical WeaponsElements of NATO are ready to destroy Syria’s chemical weapons arsenal, says official. NATO Troops in "Palestine" Will Be Another AfghanistanCalling them a stabilizing force is ludicrous. The scenario is quite different, as would be the catastrophic results. A Dollar to a Child to Blow Himself UpTaliban terrorists are bribing starving eight year old children to plant roadside bombs, act as decoys and to be suicide bombers. Groups Claim 42 Syrian Soldiers Killed in Weekend Air RaidsOpposition groups in Syria said that 42 top soldiers in Bashar Assad's army were killed in the air raids on Damascus over the weekend Turkey Blocks Meeting of NATO Group which Includes IsraelDespite Israel’s recent apology, Turkey has declined to agree to a meeting of NATO's Mediterranean Dialogue group, which includes Israel. Serbian Posters Blame Jews for NATO BombingSerbia says people behind posters will be arrested. Israeli embassy in Belgrade denounced the posters. Five US Troops Die in Afghan Chopper CrashFive US troops fighting Islamist insurgents in southern Afghanistan were killed in a helicopter crash in bad weather. Two US Soldiers Killed in 'Insider Attack' on Afghan BaseTwo American soldiers in Afghanistan were killed along with several local troops in the latest suspected insider attack Report: Turkey Supports Funding to Syrian Jihadist Rebels?Turkey, a member of NATO and an ally of the United States, reportedly has supported funding to Syrian jihadist rebels by Arab nations, NGOs. Peres, NATO Secretary General Discuss Strategic CooperationPresident Shimon Peres met with NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen at NATO headquarters in Brussels. Obama Appoints New Mideast CoordinatorPresident Barack Obama has appointed a new coordinator for the Middle East, North Africa and the Gulf, the White House announced Saturday. Amid Torture Allegations, Afghan President Expels U.S. SoldiersU.S. special forces were given two weeks to leave a key province after it was revealed that soldiers tortured and killed innocent people US General Allen to Retire, Declines NATO PostU.S. General John Allen announced he will retire rather than accepting the top job at NATO, citing his wife's health problems. Turkey Undermines Israel at NATO, But Wins Gaza ShipmentsIsrael allows Turkey to ship materials and experts to Gaza despite Ankara's attempts to undermine the Jewish State in NATO. NATO Patriot Missiles Land in TurkeyNATO’s Patriot anti-ballistic missile defense system – has arrived in Turkey. |
