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Category: World
July 12, 2024
Christopher Tomlinson
Election 2024
World

Italy’s Meloni Rolls Eyes as Biden Late to NATO Summit, Cringes as He Invades Her Personal Space.

Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni appeared visibly frustrated on Thursday while waiting with other world leaders for Joe Biden and outgoing NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to begin the third day of the alliance’s Washington, D.C. summit. They did not arrive for the scheduled 10 AM start time, prompting Meloni to exchange an eye roll and wrist-tapping gesture with Finland’s President Alexander Stubb.

Footage shows Meloni glancing at the ceiling, crossing her eyes, and pointing to an invisible watch, signaling annoyance with the delay. Some observers believe a zombie-like face she pulled was an impression of the 81-year-old Biden.

Biden and Stoltenberg eventually began proceedings around 10:40 AM, nearly 40 minutes late. The Democrat caused Meloni further consternation by looming into her personal space after going in for a kiss, causing her to cringe away with her back arched in the opposite direction.

Meloni, elected on an anti-mass migration populist platform but accused of being too focused on seeking favor with globalist leaders after assuming the premiership, was more patient with Biden at the recent G7 summit. Notably, she helped wrangle him back into position as he began wandering off during a photo op.

The NATO summit proved to be another major embarrassment for Biden, as he introduced Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky as “President Putin” and said Donald Trump was his vice president.

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Jack Montgomery contributed to this report. 

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Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni appeared visibly frustrated on Thursday while waiting with other world leaders for Joe Biden and outgoing NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to begin the third day of the alliance's Washington, D.C. summit. They did not arrive for the scheduled 10 AM start time, prompting Meloni to exchange an eye roll and wrist-tapping gesture with Finland's President Alexander Stubb. show more
ukraine
July 12, 2024
Christopher Tomlinson
Election 2024
War
World

Zelensky Joins Those Questioning Biden’s Health.

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky, who has received billions of dollars from the Joe Biden regime, is raising concerns about the elderly Democrat’s health following his poor presidential debate performance against former president Donald J. Trump.

Zelensky, who is in Washington, D.C., for a key NATO summit focused on Ukraine, is “among the leaders who watched the presidential debate and is concerned about the situation,” according to a Ukrainian source who spoke to Axios.

Biden introduced the Ukrainian leader as “President Putin” at the summit.

An anonymous European diplomat shared with Axios that summit attendees are keen to ascertain Biden’s current condition. “People are coming [to the NATO summit] to witness whether Biden is or is no longer [in charge],” the diplomat noted.

Bloomberg reported that European countries are holding discreet meetings with individuals affiliated with Trump, signaling decreased confidence in Biden’s reelection prospects.

The delegations seek insights on a potential Trump administration and its implications for international alliances. Delegates have reportedly interacted with former Trump officials and prominent Republicans.

Earlier in the NATO summit, several ministers from the Baltic states seemed to hint that they were expecting a second Trump term following November’s election.

Zelensky’s remarks also follow another report from the NATO summit claiming that Biden was unable to recognize attendees he has known for a long time.

Many Democrat politicians, media outlets, and others have outright called for Biden to exit the presidential race due to his frailty and mental state.

A recent survey indicates that 51 percent of Americans support removing Biden from the White House, with 41 percent of people who voted for Biden in 2020 agreeing that the 25th Amendment should be invoked against him.

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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, who has received billions of dollars from the Joe Biden regime, is raising concerns about the elderly Democrat's health following his poor presidential debate performance against former president Donald J. Trump. show more
July 12, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Election 2024
War
World

Biden Introduces Zelensky as ‘President Putin,’ Calls Harris ‘Vice President Trump.’

Joe Biden gaffed repeatedly at the NATO summit, introducing Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky as “the President of Ukraine, who has as much courage as he has determination, President Putin.” Elsewhere, he said he “wouldn’t have picked Vice President Trump to be Vice President did I think she was not qualified to be President.”

Footage of Secretary of State Antony Blinken and other senior officials in the Biden government while the 81-year-old was making the “Vice President Trump” gaffe shows them visibly cringing and looking at the ground.

Posts by Harris on social media critical of Trump are receiving a chorus of facetious praise thanking her as “Vice President Trump,” alongside admonishments for “disrespecting our VP.”

Members of the press asked Biden directly about the fact he had named Trump as Vice President, saying, “Right now, Donald Trump is using that to mock your age and your memory; how do you combat that criticism from tonight?”

“Listen to him,” Biden replied, perhaps unhelpfully.

Democrat lawmakers and Democrat-supporting media are increasingly pressing Biden to exit the presidential race. Reports indicate Nancy Pelosi, the influential former House Speaker, has instructed many lawmakers poised to go public with their complaints about Biden once the NATO summit is over and foreign leaders have gone home.

While she has denied this, she is declining to back Biden’s reelection bid, saying it is “up to the President to decide if he is going to run,” adding: “We’re all encouraging him to make that decision because time is running short”—despite the fact he has already stated clearly that he does want to run.

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Joe Biden gaffed repeatedly at the NATO summit, introducing Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky as "the President of Ukraine, who has as much courage as he has determination, President Putin." Elsewhere, he said he "wouldn't have picked Vice President Trump to be Vice President did I think she was not qualified to be President." show more
July 11, 2024
Christopher Tomlinson
TECH
World

Germany to Remove Huawei Components from National Telecom Networks.

On Thursday, the German government disclosed an agreement with major telecom giants to phase out critical components from Chinese Communist Party-linked companies Huawei and ZTE in their 5G mobile networks. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser emphasizes the move will safeguard Germany’s communications for citizens, businesses, and the state.

The deal with Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone, and Telefonica outlines a phased approach: by the end of 2026, Chinese-manufactured critical components will be removed from the core segments of Germany’s 5G infrastructure. By the end of 2029, such components will be entirely phased out from antennas, transmission lines, and towers.

Germany, a significant market within the European Union (EU), has faced pressure to act against Chinese technology firms despite its heavy economic ties with China.

Previously opting for a case-by-case security certification approach, Germany now joins other European nations like Britain, Denmark, Sweden, Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania in restricting Huawei and ZTE from critical infrastructure.

Under President Donald J. Trump, America cracked down on Huawei and crippled the corporation with sanctions.

However, just months after taking office, Joe Biden approved a licensing deal for the company to purchase American auto chips.

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On Thursday, the German government disclosed an agreement with major telecom giants to phase out critical components from Chinese Communist Party-linked companies Huawei and ZTE in their 5G mobile networks. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser emphasizes the move will safeguard Germany's communications for citizens, businesses, and the state. show more
July 11, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Health
Politics
World

Hungary Defends ‘Culinary Tradition’ Against Bug Meat, Lab Meat in Europe.

European Union (EU) agriculture ministers are convening on Monday, July 15, to discuss the impact of insect-based foods, plant-based foods, and lab-grown meat on Europe’s culinary traditions. Hungary, which is operating the rotating presidency of the EU under the Donald J. Trump-inspired slogan ‘Make Europe Great Again,’ is organizing the meeting.

The Hungarian Council Presidency believes meat and dairy are integral to European food culture, arguing: “When we talk about European food traditions… we think about roquefort, paella, pierogi, pizza”—as opposed to bug burgers and “meat” cultured in a laboratory.

The EU has approved hundreds of so-called “novel foods”, and “several hundred applications” are under consideration.

The Hungarian government, led by Trump ally Viktor Orban, believes “traditional food production and consumption are part of our European way of life” and that the public is “reluctant to fundamentally change” their culinary traditions.

Normalizing insect consumption is an obsession of the corporate media and globalist organizations such as the World Economic Forum (WEF). Along with the promotion of lab-grown meat cultivated from cancer-like cells, the stated motivation for this drive is generally climate change.

The EU establishment, which often clashes with Orban over his traditionalist, anti-mass migration policies, is expressing irritation with Hungary’s drive against “novel foods,” with a diplomatic source telling the EU-funded Euractiv news site that the Hungarians are the ones pushing an “agenda.”

The diplomat also alleged regulations against bug and lab meat would “weaken” the EU relative to the U.S., where corporations such as Tyson are investing heavily in “novel foods.”

“Without innovative methods, how will Europe ensure food security?” the source demanded.

However, by enforcing climate targets leading to mass farm closures in Europe, the EU is increasing food insecurity and the need for non-traditional foods.

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European Union (EU) agriculture ministers are convening on Monday, July 15, to discuss the impact of insect-based foods, plant-based foods, and lab-grown meat on Europe’s culinary traditions. Hungary, which is operating the rotating presidency of the EU under the Donald J. Trump-inspired slogan 'Make Europe Great Again,' is organizing the meeting. show more
July 11, 2024
Jack Montgomery
World

WATCH: Spire of Thousand-Year-Old Cathedral Catches Fire in France.

The Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Rouen, France is on fire, with a blaze gripping the 19th-century Renaissance spire which once made it the tallest building in the world.

Rouen Mayor Nicolas Mayer-Rossignol, of the Socialist Party, says the cause of the fire is currently unknown. Firefighters are said to have contained the blaze, accelerated by the scaffolding around the cast iron spire, with minimal damage.

The Norman cathedral was consecrated in 1063 A.D. in the presence of William the Conqueror, who took the English throne by force three years later. Much of the current construction dates from the 12th century.

It is the seat of the Primate of Normandy, Archbishop Dominique Lebrun.

The Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris also caught fire in 2019. The inferno destroyed the cathedral’s Gothic spire and roof, and devastated much of its interior.

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The Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Rouen, France is on fire, with a blaze gripping the 19th-century Renaissance spire which once made it the tallest building in the world. show more
nato tactics
July 10, 2024
Christopher Tomlinson
Election 2024
NatSec
World

Frontline NATO Members Look to Trump as President-in-Waiting.

On the first day of the NATO Summit in Washington, D.C., defense ministers from Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania signaled their preparedness to engage with former President Donald J. Trump—likely anticipating his return to the White House after November’s presidential election. Advocating strongly for NATO during a panel hosted by POLITICO and Die Welt, the Baltic defense officials deployed rhetoric resonating with the America First leader’s previous critiques of defense spending within the alliance.

“NATO is a club. When you have club rules, then you respect the rules and you expect that everyone will also respect the rules,” said Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur, with POLITICO noting the remarks were “clearly aimed at the golf-loving former president.”

“When you pay your fee in the golf club, you can play. It doesn’t matter how big is your wallet,” Pevkur added.

The ministers also highlighted increased American engagement with NATO during Trump’s first term and said they are not afraid of his reelection.

The National Pulse reported in June that a record number of alliance members are now meeting their commitments. In office, Trump put significant pressure on NATO members to increase their defense spending.

Earlier this year, Trump told Brexit leader Nigel Farage that he would be there for NATO members if they “play fair.”

He has also revealed how he motivated “delinquent” governments in NATO to meet their defense targets by warning he would not rush to protect alliance members “taking advantage” of America by relying on American military protection while neglecting their own spending obligations.

The Baltic ministers’ statements come as voters, U.S. lawmakers, and foreign diplomats are raising concerns regarding 81-year-old Joe Biden‘s cognitive decline and inability to fulfill the duties of office.

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On the first day of the NATO Summit in Washington, D.C., defense ministers from Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania signaled their preparedness to engage with former President Donald J. Trump—likely anticipating his return to the White House after November's presidential election. Advocating strongly for NATO during a panel hosted by POLITICO and Die Welt, the Baltic defense officials deployed rhetoric resonating with the America First leader's previous critiques of defense spending within the alliance. show more
July 10, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Lawfare
Politics
World

Lawfare: French Prosecutors Announce Investigation of Le Pen.

Prosecutors confirmed on Tuesday that they have initiated a preliminary investigation into supposedly illicit financing of National Rally leader Marine Le Pen’s 2022 presidential election. Le Pen’s populist party won the European elections in France, and the greatest share of the popular vote in the subsequent snap national elections called by President Emmanuel Macron.

Reports indicate that other candidates in the 2022 presidential election are also under investigation but, unlike Le Pen, they have not been named. The judicial probe focuses on allegations of misappropriation of funds, fraud, and forgery.

Last year, French prosecutors threatened Le Pen with a possible one million euro fine and up to ten years in prison over allegations of misusing European Union (EU) funds. Previously, prosecutors pursued her for disseminating violent messages, after she posted images of Islamic State atrocities. This ended in an acquittal—with the courts recognizing she was clearly criticizing rather than glorifying the jihadist group.

The lawfare campaign against Le Pen is similar to the one against former President Donald J. Trump in the United States. Joe Biden’s Justice Department and state-level Democrat prosecutors have launched multiple cases against Trump, but after numerous adverse rulings for prosecutors, it is likely that only one dubious conviction in Manhattan will be in place at the time of the November election.

Chris Tomlinson contributed to this report. 

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Prosecutors confirmed on Tuesday that they have initiated a preliminary investigation into supposedly illicit financing of National Rally leader Marine Le Pen’s 2022 presidential election. Le Pen's populist party won the European elections in France, and the greatest share of the popular vote in the subsequent snap national elections called by President Emmanuel Macron. show more
July 9, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Economy
Politics
World

French Far Left Demands 90% Tax on Those Earning $430K+

France’s New Popular Front (NFP) is pushing an extreme tax hike after winning snap legislative elections. The far-left bloc wants to impose a 90 percent tax rate on annual income over €400,000 (~$430,000).

This radical proposal sets the stage for a clash with President Emmanuel Macron. Despite his Ensemble bloc falling to second place in the National Assembly and third by share of the popular vote, Macron wants to install a prime minister of his choosing.

Macron called the snap elections in response to Marine Le Pen‘s National Rally winning the European elections. The National Rally won again in the first round, but the NFP and the Macronists formed an electoral pact to push Le Pen’s party into third place in the second round despite the fact that they won the popular vote by a wide margin.

The NFP, an alliance of Jean-Luc Melenchon’s France Unbowed Party with the Socialists, Communists, Greens, and others, is now the largest force in the National Assembly. Alongside the 90 percent tax rate, their government program includes lowering the retirement age, increased by Macron, from 64 to 60, capping prices on certain goods, raising the minimum wage by 14 percent, and pledging at least €150 billion in spending over three years.

Macron’s prime minister, Gabriel Attal, has tendered his resignation, but the president is keeping him in place until at least the end of the Paris Olympics, irking the NFP.

Reports suggest that Macron hopes to form a “rainbow coalition” comprised of the Macronist bloc and NFP parties other than Melenchon’s France Unbowed, which would foster incredible tensions, considering that Melenchon is the NFP’s leading figure.

Raheem Kassam, Editor-in-Chief of The National Pulse, argues conflicts between the far-left and Macronists could result in fresh elections being called once a mandatory cooling period expires.

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France’s New Popular Front (NFP) is pushing an extreme tax hike after winning snap legislative elections. The far-left bloc wants to impose a 90 percent tax rate on annual income over €400,000 (~$430,000). show more
July 8, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Fact Check
Media
World

WATCH: Populists Are Winning Big, But Not as Big as Expected. Kassam Asks, ‘Who Is Creating The False Expectations?’

Raheem Kassam, Editor-in-Chief of The National Pulse, believes historic breakthroughs by populist parties in Britain and France in recent days may have been deliberately undercut by the left and the corporate media setting unrealistic expectations.

In Britain, Nigel Farage’s Reform Party placed third in the national vote and returned five Members of Parliament (MPs) to the House of Commons, including, for the first time, Farage himself. However, some suggest Reform underperformed, as a post-election exit poll had put them on as many as 13 seats.

Similarly, Marine Le Pen’s National Rally placed first in the French elections in terms of the popular vote and greatly increased its seats in the National Assembly—but many politicians and commentators are suggesting the election was a failure because she did not win a legislative majority.

“It’s the same thing [as] when you had the Reform Party get that exit poll minutes [after] the UK general election wrapped, and they said, ‘Oh, they’re going to win 13 seats.” And then, of course, by the morning, it was down to five seats,” Kassam told War Room host Ben Harnwell.

“Who is creating the false expectations here? In a lot of cases, it is the left; it is the corporate media. They do this on purpose, and then they can say, ‘Oh, look, these parties are not succeeding in the way they thought they were going to succeed,'” he explained.

“Well, no, it was their expectations that were not met.”

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Raheem Kassam, Editor-in-Chief of The National Pulse, believes historic breakthroughs by populist parties in Britain and France in recent days may have been deliberately undercut by the left and the corporate media setting unrealistic expectations. show more