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Biden official warns: COVID explosion imminent

Assessment: “Everything points to a large wave. A large wave is coming,” a senior Biden administration official told Axios …

New data from South Africa and Europe hint that Omicron cases are poised to explode in the U.S., where the vast majority of the population isn’t well protected against infection.

Driving the news: A new analysis by South Africa’s largest private insurer paints a picture of Omicron’s clinical risk: Two doses of Pfizer’s vaccine appear to be significantly less effective against severe disease with Omicron than previous variants.

“And Jesus answered and said to them: “Take heed that no one deceives you.” Matthew 24:4

What they’re saying: “Everything points to a large wave. A large wave is coming,” a senior Biden administration official told Axios.

  • But the variant is less likely to lead to hospitalization in adults than the original version.
  • “It will be fast. It won’t be as severe, but regrettably, there will be plenty of hospitalizations,” the official added.

By the numbers: The South African analysis, by Discovery Health, found that the risk of hospital admission among adults diagnosed with the Omicron variant is 29% lower than it was during South Africa’s first wave of infections in 2020. The researchers adjusted their calculations by vaccination status.

Read More @ Axios HERE

US holding off on reopening Jerusalem consulate amid strong pushback from Israel

Assessment: The primary reason for re-opening a Palestinian consulate in Jerusalem is to recognize Palestinian claims on Jerusalem. Weaponizing the consulate is an act of war …

It’s been seven months since US Secretary of State Antony Blinken notified Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas of the Biden administration’s plan to reopen the US Consulate in Jerusalem, but Washington has yet to even produce a timeline for when it plans to see the move through.

A US diplomat, a former senior US official and another source familiar with the matter told The Times of Israel this week that the Biden administration has effectively shelved its effort to resurrect the de facto mission to the Palestinians shuttered by former president Donald Trump in 2019.

They have said,Come, and let us cut them off from being a nation, That the name of Israel may be remembered no more.” Psalm 83:4

No final decision has been made, and the official State Department line remains that the Biden administration “will move forward with the process of reopening the consulate in Jerusalem,” but the three sources confirmed that no such process has begun. Moreover, even the administration’s more ardent advocates of reopening the consulate have shifted their focus to policies more likely to impact day-to-day life for Palestinians, the former senior US official said.

Hidden Truth: 2021’s “Inflation” Is the WORST in History — and RISING

Assessment: Short of armed robbery, nothing makes Americans poorer faster than inflation does. Now, finance moguls who borrow money for a living love inflation. It makes their debt cheaper, Tucker Carlson …

“Officially” is a funny word. Officially, China’s constitution guarantees freedom of speech and religion. Officially, homosexuality is outlawed under Islam (but loopholes exist). Here’s another example:

Officially, our Consumer Price Index (CPI — what’s informally called “inflation”) rose 7.3 percent this year — or 6.9 percent, depending on whom you believe. This would make it the highest in 39 years. Banking on this, however, would be a bit like assuming you could mount a soapbox in Shanghai, call Xi Jinping a traitor, and not end up “re-educated.”

“And I heard a voice in the midst of the four living creatures saying, “A]quart of wheat for a denarius, and three quarts of barley for a denarius; and do not harm the oil and the wine.” Rev. 6:6

For in fact, says one analyst, the real 2021 CPI is 15 percent — the highest in American history.

Indications are that it’s going to get worse, too.

This bad news was delivered by economist Peter Schiff while appearing on Fox News’ Tucker Carlson Tonight Friday evening. The issue, said Schiff, is that how we calculate the CPI has changed. A more honest formula, the one we used 39 years ago, yields the record CPI figure.

Reda More @ New American HERE

Iran Prepares To Launch Space Satellite With Possible Warhead Capability

Assessment: Iran Issues Threats After US-Israel Talks on Possible Strikes on its Nuclear Sites …

Debkafile: Word of US-Israel talks on possible strikes on its nuclear sites spurred Iran this week to issue a stream of threats and boasts about its ability to destroy any enemy venturing on aggression. On Monday, while its emissaries pursued nuclear talks with world powers in Vienna, Tehran released images of heightened activity at its underground spaceport where one of four satellites, the low-orbit imaging Zafar 2, was said to be “in the final stage of preparation.”

Since 2016, all four launch attempts by the Simorgh rocket have failed to put an Iranian satellite into orbit. Some experts believe that Iran’s engineers may have since mastered missile stage separation and are using both liquid and solid propellants. DEBKAfile’s military sources say that if the Iranians can pull off a successful space launch this time, that assessment would be confirmed.

“I will turn you around, put hooks in your jaws and bring you out with your whole army—your horses, your horsemen fully armed, and a great horde with large and small shields, all of them brandishing their swords.” Ez. 38:4

It would also indicate that Iran may be closer than believed to the ability to mount a nuclear warhead atop an ICBM missile with a range of 2,000km. US and Israeli intelligence sources’ estimate hitherto is that the Iranians were at least two years away from developing the necessary technology for this critical stage in weaponizing its nuclear program.

According to Iranian sources, the space satellite is to be launched again by the Simorgh rocket, which has a range of 4,000km, from the Imam Khomeini Spaceport. This underground site is located outside the town of Katamaran in Kermanshah province and near Haj Abad in the province of Hormozagan. Haj Abbad (see photo) was Iran’s first missile base and is now set aside for solid-fuel ballistic missiles.

As to Tehran’s escalating threats, on Saturday, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) launched 110 new assault speedboats from the port of Bandar Abbas. This was the seventh supplement of new missiles boats for the corps’ fleet this year, as commander Gen. Hossein Salami told the ceremony.

He added that were it not for the IRGC’s might in the Gulf region, “the Muslim countries in the region would have been dominated and destroyed by enemies.”

Read More @ Debka HERE

Russia Threatens to Deploy Nukes in Europe

Assessment: The U.S. and NATO have increased naval activity and aerial patrols in the region, which Russia has claimed is a “provocation” and separately threatened “dangerous consequences” for continuing that action …

Russia said on Monday that it may deploy nuclear missiles in Europe because it claims NATO is doing the same.

Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov told Russia’s state-run RIA news outlet that it saw “indirect indications” that NATO was nearing deployment of intermediate-range nuclear forces (INF) in Europe, so it would be “forced” to do the same, Reuters reported.

This is what the Sovereign Lord says: I am against you, Gog, chief prince of Meshek and Tubal.” Ez. 38:3

“Lack of progress towards a political and diplomatic solution to this problem will lead to our response being of a military and technical military nature,” Ryabkov said.

“That is, it will be a confrontation, this will the next round, the appearance of such resources on our side. Right now there aren’t any, we have a unilateral moratorium. We call for NATO and the U.S. to join this moratorium,” Ryabkov added.

INF was banned via a 1987 treaty signed by U.S. President Ronald Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, though it was abandoned by the Trump administration in 2019, citing years of Russia violating the pact.

Ryabkov claimed Russia now has a “complete lack of trust” in NATO.

Read More @ Military News HERE

Producer Prices Rise At the Fastest Pace on Record

Assessment: Federal Reserve officials have insisted for months that Inflation is ‘transitory’, however the latest reports show the word is no longer appropriate ….

U.S. stock index futures fell during morning trading Tuesday as new inflation data continued to show a sharp rise in prices.

Futures contracts tied to the S&P 500 futures declined 0.5% while and Nasdaq 100 futures were off by nearly 0.9%. Futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 55 points.

“When He opened the third seal, I heard the third living creature say, “Come and see.” So I looked, and behold, a black horse, and he who sat on it had a pair of scales in his hand ” Rev. 6:6 

Futures moved lower after the November reading for the producer price index showed a year-over-year increase of 9.6%, the fastest pace on record and above the 9.2% expected by economists, according to Dow Jones. The index rose 0.8% month over month, above the 0.5% expected.

The Federal Reserve also kicks off its two-day meeting on Tuesday. The central bank will release a statement on Wednesday with quarterly projections for the economy, inflation and interest rates. Chairman Jerome Powell will also hold a press conference.

Morgan Stanley CEO James Gorman told CNBC on Monday that he thinks the central bank should start raising rates soon.

“The Federal Reserve would be better off storing away some of rate increases, so when the inevitable turn down comes, you’ve got some ammunition to fight with,” he said. “At the moment, at zero interest rates, we have no ammunition.”

Read More @ CNBC HERE

BIDEN DENIES ISRAEL MILITARY ASSISTANCE AGAINST IRAN

Assessment: The new KC-46 tankers have the capability to refuel jets with 1,200 gallons of fuel per minute. This type of refueling tanker would be crucial for a military strike against Iran …

Washington has denied an Israeli request to fast-track the shipment of two tanker aircraft that Israel ordered, as plans for a potential military strike against Iran should their nuclear plan move ahead, Ynet reported on Monday.

In October, Israeli Defense Ministry sources said that senior Israel Air Force officers requested that the delivery of four KC-46 tanker aircraft from the US be expedited, asking that two of them be brought to Israel immediately. They also requested that the other two be delivered within the next 2-3 years.

“O mortal, turn your face toward Gog of the land of Magog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal. Prophesy against him Ezekiel 38:2 (The Israel BibleTM)

According to the report, Jerusalem hopes to persuade the US over the next year.
The US State Department approved the possible sale of up to eight KC-46 tanker aircraft and related equipment to Israel for an estimated cost of $2.4 billion last March. This marks the first time the US allowed Jerusalem to purchase new tankers.

Israel was supposed to acquire two of the Boeing aircraft by late 2023. When former Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visited Washington last, he brought up the issue that two out of the eight tankers be delivered in the next year.

Read More @ Israel 365 HERE

New Pfizer Board Member Held Top Roles at Facebook & Gates Foundation

Assessment: During Hellmann’s time on the Pfizer board, Facebook has pushed campaigns to censor posts that question the safety and efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccines …

Dr. Susan Desmond-Hellmann, who currently serves on Pfizer Inc.’s board of directors, was previously the Lead Independent Director at Facebook, which has frequently censored user content related to the coronavirus outbreak and vaccines. She was also CEO of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation from 2014-2020.

Hellmann joined the tech giant’s board in March 2013 and held the position of Lead Independent Director from June 2015 until October 30th, 2019, not long before the first reported case of COVID-19.

Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil; Who put darkness for light, and light for darkness; Who put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!” Isaiah 5:20

Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook’s founder and CEO, said, “Sue has been a wonderful and thoughtful voice on the board for six years, and I’m personally grateful to her for everything she has done for this company,” with regard to her departure from the company.

“I remain positive about Facebook and the mission to give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together. Facebook’s Shareholders require a Board of Directors that is fully engaged and committed to address the critical issues confronting Facebook at this time,” Hellmann said of her tenure at Facebook.

“Unfortunately, increasing demands from my CEO role, my extended family, and my own health make it no longer possible for me to commit the necessary time and energy required to properly serve Facebook and its shareholders,” she added in a public statement.

During Hellmann’s time on the Pfizer board, Facebook has pushed campaigns to censor posts that question the safety and efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccines. Leaked internal documents from the social-media company reveal algorithms aimed at “drastically reduc[ing] user exposure to vaccine hesitancy (VH) in comments.”

Read More @ New American HERE

There’s a Massive Gas Tax in Biden’s Spending Bill

Assessment: “Producers will naturally pass the cost of the tax along to customers …

President Joe Biden is desperately trying to get his multi-trillion dollar spending package passed on Capitol Hill before Christmas, but according to the Wall Street Journal, Build Back Better includes a significant tax on natural gas.

“It could be a rough winter for energy prices across the U.S., and the Democratic spending plan will make it worse. The House passed what it calls a ‘fee’ on methane that amounts to a stealth tax on natural gas and everyone who uses it,” the Editorial Board writes. “The bill slaps an escalating tax on methane emissions by oil and gas producers that will reach $1,500 per ton by 2025. The fee is meant to be President Biden’s contribution to the recent Glasgow vow to reduce global methane emissions 30% by 2030. The tax is estimated to raise $8 billion over 10 years.”

“And do not harm the oil and wine” Rev. 6:6

“Producers will naturally pass the cost of the tax along to customers. Some 180 million Americans use natural gas to heat homes and run appliances, while some 5.5 million businesses use it to run their workplaces and manufacturing facilities,” they continue.

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As I wrote in my VIP column last week, the pain of Biden’s energy plan is the point. The administration is punishing Americans for using traditional energy sources in order to transition the country to a Green New Deal utopia of wind and solar.

Read More @ Townhall HERE

Bennett meets with Crown Prince Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi – Daniel 9:27 in view

Assessment: Despite the Biden administration hard line on a Palestinian Consulate in Jerusalem and two state solution, peace with Sunni Islam leaders moves forward in accordance with Bible prophecy …

Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett on Monday met in Abu Dhabi with the emirate’s crown prince, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. It was the first meeting between the two leaders.

Upon landing in Abu Dhabi, Bennett was greeted by an honor guard and United Arab Emirates Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed.

Then he shall confirm a covenant with many for one week; But in the middle of the week He shall bring an end to sacrifice and offering.” Daniel 9:27

“I appreciate your warm welcome,” Bennett said, adding that he was “very excited” to be there on his first visit as the leader of Israel.

In an interview with the official Emirati news outlet WAM published on Monday, Bennett said, “The message that I wish to deliver to the UAE leaders and Emirati citizens is that mutual partnership and friendship are natural …

The period since the signing of the Abraham Accords is the best evidence that developing bilateral relations is a precious treasure for us and the entire region.”

Read More @ JNS HERE

Ilhan Omar Bill Requiring State Dept to Monitor ‘Islamophobia’ Moves Forward

Assessment: While anti-Semitism spreads around the world members of the US Hose of Representatives have come up with a bill to shift the focus to inhibit  criticism of jihad terror …

Reps. Ilhan Omar (D-Mogadishu) and Jan Schakowsky (D-Lightfootland) have determined to take action against “Islamophobia,” and their initiative is gaining traction. The House Foreign Affairs Committee on Friday approved their bill calling for a State Department “Islamophobia monitor,” and now it will go to the full House for further consideration. The idea that Pelosi’s House would reject such a bill is virtually inconceivable.

This all started back in October, when Omar and Schakowsky introduced the Combating International Islamophobia Act, which would, according to a press release posted on Omar’s website, “require the State Department to create a Special Envoy for monitoring and combating Islamophobia, and include state-sponsored Islamophobic violence and impunity in the Department’s annual human rights reports.”

“For the day of the Lord upon all the nations is near; As you have done, it shall be done to you; Your reprisal shall return upon your own head.” Obadiah 1:15

This would supposedly “help policymakers better understand the interconnected, global problem of anti-Muslim bigotry. It will also establish a comprehensive strategy for establishing U.S. leadership in combatting Islamophobia worldwide.”

The press release said nothing whatsoever about combating jihad terror or about how suspicion of Islam may be created by the all too common spectacle of Muslims committing acts of violence while screaming “Allahu akbar” and justifying their actions by reference to Islamic texts. 

Read More @ Front Page Mag HERE