National sovereignty Archives - LN24 https://ln24international.com/tag/national-sovereignty/ A 24 hour news channel Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:32:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://ln24international.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/cropped-ln24sa-32x32.png National sovereignty Archives - LN24 https://ln24international.com/tag/national-sovereignty/ 32 32 Davos in Decline https://ln24international.com/2026/01/29/davos-in-decline/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=davos-in-decline https://ln24international.com/2026/01/29/davos-in-decline/#respond Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:28:12 +0000 https://ln24international.com/?p=29707 Much has occurred in our world in the past days, which bears analysis. However, we ought to first focus on the collision between the works of God and the wicked plans of men, in what ultimately amounts to Davos in decline.

THE WEF’S NOTORIETY BEGAN WITH ITS EFFORTS AT CRIPPLING NATIONS

The protruding trend of the decline of Davos’s influence, and we ought to begin with the crux’s of the WEF’s notoriety, because it certainly did not begin with Klaus Schwab’s scandals – if anything, Davos’s decline far predates the events of 2025 because its notoriety began with its interest in the destruction of nations in service of its agenda. And to give an accurate description of what this destruction entailed, we ought to look at Russia as a case study, particularly also to enjoy the contrast of how the WEF’s efforts have failed to replicate in modern politics, given Russia’s Christian, patriotic and effective leadership. That said, Russia’s history with the WEF tells us much about the lengths that the WEF is willing to go to capture leaders and cripple nations in pursuit of their interest.

So, what happened? In early 1996, Boris Yeltsin, Russia’s president since the Soviet Union’s collapse, faced a dire political crisis. His approval ratings had collapsed amid economic turmoil, rampant inflation, crime, and the fallout from painful market reforms. Polls placed him fifth among potential presidential candidates, with just 8% support. Leading the pack was Gennady Zyuganov, head of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, who commanded around 21% and appeared poised to win as the frontrunner.

Zyuganov’s rise alarmed Western business elites and Russia’s emerging oligarchs. At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, in February 1996, Zyuganov attended and presented himself as a moderate open to foreign investment and anti-corruption measures. Yet many attendees – particularly Russian business leaders – remained skeptical, fearing a Communist victory would reverse privatization, threaten their newly acquired wealth, and destabilize the post-Soviet economic order.

Russian tycoons, including Boris Bere-zovsky, Vladimir Gusinsky, Mikhail Khodor-kovsky, and others, saw Zyuganov’s potential triumph as an existential risk to their fortunes. Frustrated by Zyuganov’s polite reception in Davos and convinced that a Communist resurgence would undo their gains, these oligarchs set aside rivalries to unite. In informal meetings during the forum, they forged what became known as the “Davos Pact” – an unwritten alliance to back Yeltsin financially and through media control.

Key figures recruited Anatoly Chubais, a prominent reformer previously sidelined by Yeltsin, to overhaul the flagging campaign. The pact expanded to include Vladimir Potanin, Alexander Smolensky, Mikhail Fridman, and Pyotr Aven – forming a powerful group later dubbed the “Semi-bankirs-china” (which translates to the rule of the seven bankers). They poured massive resources into Yeltsin’s effort: funding advertising, securing favorable coverage on television networks they influenced (such as ORT and NTV), and coordinating strategies to portray Yeltsin as a stabilizing force against communist rollback.

The campaign shifted dramatically. Yeltsin, initially ailing and unpopular, benefited from heavy media dominance, tactical alliances (including with nationalist General Alexander Lebed), and promises of stability. Western leaders and institutions, wary of a communist return, offered indirect support through loans and diplomatic signals. In the June 16 first round, Yeltsin edged ahead with 35% to Zyuganov’s 32%. In the July 3 runoff, Yeltsin secured 54% to Zyuganov’s 40%, clinching re-election.

This meant that communism was (indeed) defeated – but the victory came at a steep price, and the steep price being Russian sovereignty and electoral integrity. And this is considering that the oligarchs’ backing involved media manipulation, unequal access, and alleged irregularities, while Yeltsin’s team rewarded supporters with lucrative state asset deals in privatization so-called “auctions”. This entrenched oligarchic influence, eroded public trust in democratic processes, and compromised Russia’s electoral integrity. As such, this case study and the Davos Pact symbolise how global financial interest, driven through the WEF and domestic tycoons could shape outcomes in a fragile democracy that prioritises the economic benefit of diabolical special interest groups over popular will. Which is why Yeltsin’s win averted a communist revival (sure) but set precedents for concentrated power and crony capitalism that defined Russia’s 1990s trajectory. This is what the WEF does: it destroys economies and cripples nations with its dirty theories.

THE RUSSIA 1996 CASE STUDY REVEALS THE COST OF COLLABORATING WITH THE WEF

Now, here’s why this glimpse into the historical archives of the WEF’s shadow government operations matters for leaders in the status quo, and even young individuals who are sold an idea of some alleged prestige in being associated with the WEF. The Russia 1996 case study reveals the great cost of association with the WEF – a cost that many nations are having to grapple with in the status quo too. Furthermore, it exposes the ambitions of Klaus Schwab’s great reset. And while Klaus Schwab simplified the essence of the Great Reset, with his notorious mantra, it is actually very diabolical in what it tries to accomplish for the purpose of robbing people of personal ownership and socio-political rights and agency.

For instance, the controversy surrounding what was called Ohio’s Issue 1 in the 2024 election centered on redistricting reform, which was really a covert attempt at a “great reset” in political power dynamics in the State. In essence, Issue 1 proposed amending the Ohio Constitution to establish a 15-member so-called “independent citizens’” commission – rather than politicians – to draw state legislative and congressional district boundaries. Supporters of this proposal argued that it would end gerrymandering, which has essentially become a practice of manipulating district lines to favour one party, and is an issue that had plagued Ohio and various other states for years; seen even with the Ohio Supreme Court having struck down multiple maps as unconstitutional gerrymanders.

But, while gerrymandering (also called redistricting) is a valid concern (in fact as we have this discussion, a Virginia state court just slammed the door on Democrat gerrymandering schemes, and struck down any attempt to redraw Congressional maps for extra blue seats in 2026 – which is good news!) HOWEVER, while gerrymandering is a valid concern, Ohio’s Issue 1 was actually an election manipulation tactic disguised as a gerrymandering solution. Democrats knew that they cannot win at the ballot box because Ohio has rejected their morally decadence and ineffective leadership, and because they couldn’t win at the ballot box, they wanted to control how district lines are drawn.

This was made apparent by opponents to the Issue 1 proposal, including Governor Mike DeWine, Secretary of State Frank LaRose, and Republican leaders, who exposed Issue 1 for the deceptive power grab by Democrats that it is. They exposed that the measure would mandate proportional representation that ironically required “gerrymandering” to guarantee seats for both major parties, overriding traditional principles like compact districts and community integrity. Meanwhile, ballot language described the proposal as requiring gerrymandering, thus confusing many voters who were led to believe that this proposal was supposed to get rid of gerrymandering. And so, the proposal THANKFULLY was defeated in November 2024. But, here’s more on the substantive challenges of gerrymandering in the US as a whole, including leftist media trying to make gerrymandering a Republican or Trump problem (which was well refuted by former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger), and even race-based gerrymandering, which thankfully seems to be on a trajectory to be struck down by the US Supreme Court this year.

But, now, beyond the substantive challenges with Issue 1, a key point of contention was also funding. The pro-Issue 1 campaign raised over $30–37 million, and roughly 85% of that came from out-of-state sources. This included significant contributions routed through groups like the Sixteen Thirty Fund, which received millions from a Swiss billionaire. And so, this highlighted external interference in American elections, where conglomerates and non-Ohio interests were allowed to influence state governance and undermine local voter agency. And herein lies the people of Ohio’s antipathy with the WEF. This is to say that this narrative ties into broader claims of a “great reset” agenda – echoing ideas from figures like Klaus Schwab – where so-called elite financial powers erode citizens’ socio-political control. By allegedly bypassing electoral losses in a Republican-leaning state, out-of-state money sought to reshape districts and dilute Ohioans’ voice, thus prioritising national progressive interests over local will.

This makes the mid-term election in Ohio very important to look at, especially because Issue 1 is quite linked to Vivek Ramaswamy’s 2026 bid for Ohio governor – and you’d recall he was tapped by president Trump to run DOGE alongside Elon Musk, after which he returned to his home state of Ohio, emphasizing restoring opportunity and countering perceived elite overreach. And so, Issue 1 not only exposes the applicability of the WEF’s great reset agenda into state or local politics, but its chronic dangers to the democratic will of the people, even in the modern context, seeing as the protection of local democratic will is among the key issues that Ohioans’ will take to the ballot at the midterms this year. But, here’s Vivek Ramaswamy speaking on Issue 1.

WHY THE WEF IS A POLITICAL & ECONOMIC LIABILITY IN THE MODERN CONTEXT

During the January 2026 edition of the Global Fasting and Prayer programme with the Man of God and President of Loveworld Incorporated, the highly esteemed Rev Dr Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD, he highlighted the the WEF is not worth listening, emphasising how this organisation has destroyed nations and their economies using their climate hoax, even plunging many nations into debts from which they will never recover. Taking a cue from the President of Loveworld Incorporated, we then ought to highlight (in the post Davos gathering period) why the WEF is a political and economic liability in the modern context – even beyond the WEF’s thwarted ideological influence in Ohio’s Issue 1.

The first reason that the WEF is a political and economic liability in the modern context is that it seems to require leaders to view sovereign affairs as a secondary (if not tertiary) consideration. In more detail, participation in WEF initiatives – whether through Davos summits, the “Great Reset” rhetoric, or partnerships on global governance – it tends to encourage policymakers to subordinate domestic priorities to supranational agendas. National interests, such as protecting local industries, safeguarding borders, preserving cultural identity, or prioritizing citizens’ economic security, get deprioritized in favor of alignment with elite-driven global frameworks. And as such, this dynamic fosters unaccountable influence, where unelected corporate and institutional voices shape policies that affect entire populations without direct democratic oversight – which is precisely what the WEF’s multistakeholderism philosophy is about – Klaus Schwab wanted to dilute the influence of sovereign nations, and replace that with the finances and influence of private corporations in a private-public partnership model, that is far more private than it is public.

Now, in recent years, this tension between sovereign affairs and globalist pursuits has intensified. Events like the 2026 Davos meeting highlighted clashes, with figures from the US and Argentine, for instance, decrying globalization’s failures – from hollowed-out industrial bases, worker displacement, and eroded sovereignty. This demonstrated that leaders pushing policies that put their nations first explicitly reject the WEF’s models, which (in contrast) place international coordination above domestic needs, ultimately driving dependency and weakened national control.

But, perhaps this was best demonstrated ironically by unelected European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen promulgating that she will be making European citizens pay for Ukraine’s security once again. Not only does this go against the desires of European citizens who are frustrated by a decaying standard of living in their respective countries, but it proves the dire nature of the WEF’s dependency model, seeing as how requesting such funds and loans has become synonymous with Zelensky’s presidency.

The second reason why the WEF is a political and economic liability today concerns the relationship between anarchy and insecurity and the WEF? The crux of the matter here is that the WEF’s great reset agenda requires disorder or insecurity in order to flourish. It is based on the realist notion that nations exist in a state of insecurity without a central governing body that rules over them all; and therefore, the WEF tries constantly to highlight a state of anarchy and insecurity. This is why in January, they are constantly announcing issues of focus that are an urgent threat. Well, the announcements of issues of focus are not an end in themselves. In fact, together with the UN, they are culpable for creating problems, all to condition nations to accept their message of inherent anarchy and the need to cede their sovereignty. And this is how the UN has predominantly existed under Guterres. It is a satellite organisation of the WEF – essentially functioning with the same motive. 

But, unfortunately, there are nations who’ve served as a case study for this modus operandi of the WEF to require anarchy and insecurity as prerequisites for their operations. Canada is one of them. Klaus Schwab bragged that the WEF had penetrated the cabinets of nations, naming former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau among the examples, and the essence of Justin Trudeau’s tenure was marked by a chaotic immigration system and a depreciation in the standard of living in Canada, climaxing in his resignation. Similarly, Ukraine’s leadership is heavily influenced by the WEF and the Open Society Foundation. For one, the co-chair of the WEF is Larry Fink (who is the CEO of BlackRock), and yet BlackRock has been acquiring Ukrainian land, enabled by the proxy war in Ukraine. Blackrock uses this transaction as a money laundering scheme, and was even said to have the audacity to ask that Ukrainian soldiers not be buried on its land in Ukraine.

The Open Society Foundation is the same, and it bears mentioning here because Alex Soros (who took over his father’s work) frequents the WEF. Well, in 2015, George Soros and WEF ‘Young Global Leader’ Chrystia Freeland, who I believe is now an unpaid economic adviser to Zelensky in Ukraine, they openly admitted that Ukraine’s leadership has ties to George Soros.

Then the third reason that the WEF is a political and economic liability pertains to the (frankly) satanic ESG model. Essentially, the World Economic Forum promotes deep economic integration through interconnected global systems, including tightly linked supply chains, unified digital governance frameworks, and the widespread adoption of ESG (or environmental, social, and governance) standards.

The issue with this is that heavy reliance on global supply chains has exposed countries to external shocks – such as geopolitical conflicts, trade disruptions, or concentrated resource dependencies – that can cascade rapidly across borders. Similarly, harmonised digital governance is nothing short of a dictatorial technocracy, especially when we consider plans towards central bank digital currencies, a unified ledger for those CBDCs curated by BlackRock, and even 15 minute cities. 

Additionally, ESG mandates, often pushed through international benchmarks, tend to impose compliance costs and redirect investment priorities away from domestic needs toward globally aligned goals, thus eroding sovereignty. Which is why globalisation is nothing short of a euphemism for colonisation ,and instead denotes woke capitalism.

“A LYING TONGUE IS BUT FOR A MOMENT”

Now, when we began today’s discussion, I highlighted that our focus is on the collision between the works of God and the wicked plans of men, in what ultimately amounts to Davos in decline. This was no mere statement. This was intended to capture a divinely orchestrated reality.

Now, for greater clarity, you’d be aware that in previous years, there have been numerous prophecy that have gone forth concerning the demise of the WEF, and truly we have seen that come to pass – from the WEF and associated platforms receiving compelling competitors (which we spoke of in light of the alternative multipolar system that has been created by the BRICS and now even the US, when it made this offer during the UN assembly last year, and partly reflected in the creation of the Board of Peace). We saw this concerning the internal implosion of the WEF itself when its chief architect left in disgrace.

But, if you noticed, during the January 2026 Global Fasting and Prayer programme, there was yet another prophetic emphasis and progression concerning the WEF, when the Man of God, Rev Dr Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD, proclaimed that the WEF is an organisation that should no longer exist. To me, and I believe so many of us, it was a re-emphasis of the truth that the lying tongue is but for a season, meaning it the lying tongue seems to gain influence just until we who bear the obligation of being truth protagonists arrive on the scene – in other words; the lying tongue is for a moment, until the manifestation of the truth and of the sons of God.

Written By Lindokuhle Mabaso

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The Night of Bliss; and a Compelling Case for Patriotism https://ln24international.com/2025/11/26/the-night-of-bliss-and-a-compelling-case-for-patriotism/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-night-of-bliss-and-a-compelling-case-for-patriotism https://ln24international.com/2025/11/26/the-night-of-bliss-and-a-compelling-case-for-patriotism/#respond Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:41:26 +0000 https://ln24international.com/?p=28899 On the 22 of November, the Man of God and President of Lovewold Incorporated, the highly esteemed Rev Dr Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD held the Night of Bliss in 15 cities in Nigeria, where hundreds of thousands were present in various stadia to pray for Nigeria, receive divine healing and miraculous changes in varied circumstances and situations. It was a power display in the physical of what we know to be an emphatic spiritual truth: which is that this is the day of grace and salvation, where the Church is empowered to complete the full preaching of the Gospel. Now, as God is always concerned with the affairs of nations, we were also exposed to a crucial understanding of the persecution of Christians in Nigeria, which highlighted the importance of praying for one’s nation and patriotism. And so, in reflection of the Night of Bliss, we ought to address this particular revelation further, in light of the spiritual and comparative advantage of patriotism.

THE SPIRITUAL IMPORTANCE & COMPARATIVE ADVANTAGE OF PATRIOTIC LEADERS 

Patriotism, which we typically understand to be the deep-rooted love, loyalty, and devotion towards one’s country… Well, this virtue plays a pivotal role in shaping societies and nurturing a strong nation. It is more than a mere sentiment; it is an essential ingredient that binds individuals together and propels collective progress. As such, understanding the importance of patriotism is incredibly crucial for the well-being and prosperity of any country.

BROLL PIC – NIGERIA

Now, for the purpose of our discussion, we ought to look at the spiritual importance and comparative advantage of patriotism from both the standpoint of leaders and that of citizens. While the two are equally important, they certainly are worth addressing individually because they have somewhat different manifestations and consequences. Let’s begin with leaders.

BROLL PIC – NIGERIA

When you work in a public office (meaning when you are a government official or a leader of a nation), the job is not at all standard: as a leader, often times you represent the soul of the nation (whether positive or otherwise); in addition, it is required of you to transcend human limitations: for instance, in times of difficulty, people expect you to always know about all the affairs of the nation and be level headed and offer calm and well-informed directives. Not to mention, there are significant (and at times) unplanned developments that require you to be ever ready to respond exceptionally, even if there isn’t a play book or precedent that teaches you how to respond to that unplanned development.

BROLL PIC – SOUTH AFRICA

THEREORE, the most fundamental thing to have in public office is the Holy Spirit and the wisdom of God, and perhaps only second to that is a sincere love for your country and the people you serve – in other words, patriotism! In fact, I’ve said before here on The War Room, that one of the most remarkable Scriptures that give a perspective on such patriotic leadership is King Solomon, in what he demonstrated in 2 Chronicles 1:10, when he said to God, “Give me now wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people: for who can judge this Thy people, that is so great?”. King Solomon knew how paramount godly wisdom is for leadership, and regarded God’s people as great and thus deserving of wise leadership.

BROLL PIC – USA

King Solomon went on to display this combination of divine wisdom and patriotic leadership in love for his people. In particular, not only was King Solon known for his great wisdom and great riches, but he also had such love for God’s people that he deemed great that even his servants were remarkably dressed and dignified in their state of living and being! It would then be incumbent upon us to deduce that when leadership is imbibes the wisdom of God and the virtue of patriotism, not only will they excel in and be renowned for their role of leadership, but the people they lead will be direct beneficiaries, because their wellbeing will always be regarded as paramount by wise and patriotic leaders.

In fact, the Scriptures underscore this further, when we look at Proverbs 29:2, which states that “When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people mourn”. There is a direct relationship between righteous, wise and patriotic leadership and the wellbeing of people. As such, it would seem that there is, emphatically, a spiritual importance and comparative advantage of patriotism in leaders. 

VIDEO WITH AUDIO – King Solomon

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A crucial point to make in consideration of why patriotism in leaders is essential (in addition to having the wisdom of God, of course) is what happens when leaders are NOT patriotic. Make no mistake: the hatred of one’s country or people will manifest in what people advocate for. At the beginning, it may seem as though their frustrations and disdain for their nation is in response to issues in the status quo, BUT that frustration and disdain will seldom birth policies that change the status quo, but rather policies that destroy the nation altogether.

Take the left in the US as an example, especially in light of immigration crisis. Now, first, when we think of war on the national sovereignty of a nation – that is its authority to govern itself, we tend to typically discuss this in light of an external threat; like an invasion or colonisation. Seldom do we see a government not only be culpable in the undermining of its national sovereignty but also be a chief architect in the problem. Despite the problems we’ve seen in different governments and administration, such as improperly allocated funding, incongruous responses to conflict, or even corruption, despite all of this, every citizen should at the very least be able to say that its government is not adamant on placing its citizens as a second concern to the citizens of other nations, and even destroying its nation. And yet, under the Biden-Harris administration, Americans were denied this basic privilege or hope due to the utterly un-patriotic worsening of the border crisis by the Biden-Harris administration.

Now, typically, Republicans place the blame on former VP Kamala Harris for the number of people who crossed the border under the Biden-Harris administration. Usually, in response, the Biden-Harris administration would raise the issue of a bipartisan border bill, endorsed by the National Border Patrol Council, which is said to have been torpedoed by Trump in 2024.

But, all this was a cover for the invasion that the Biden-Harris administration allowed on their country, which they have a duty to care. And I say this because, first, if Trump was in fact the single greatest impediment to the passing of the border bill spoken about, it’s is still a reflection of incompetence on the part of Kamala Harris (the border tzar) that she only had one arrow in her border crisis solution quiver; and even failed to re-strategise once it was hindered. And I can say this without reservation when we contrast her resolve to simply blame Trump for hindering her plans, when Texas Governor Greg Abott has devised strategies to secure the border in Texas even after the Supreme Court ruled in favour of the federal government to allow border security to remove impediments and barbed wire that hindered the crossing of immigrants. Greg Abott achieved this despite hindrance and opposition – and that shows more competence. But, additionally, during the campaign period prior to the November 2024 presidential election, vice president JD Vance responded to the question on on Democrats saying Trump was an impediment to the border bill.

VIDEO WITH AUDIO – JD Vance Fires Back At Democrats Who Claim They ‘Tried To Pass A Border Security Bill’

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Secondly, and still responding to the left’s dodging of accountability by trying to blame Trump for the border crisis: [PAUSE] if this really was the ultimate border bill that would have solved border and immigration crises; then why haven’t the other measures that were in response to immigration, that were implemented by the Biden-Harris administration, remedied the problem as well? Surely, if they were directly addressing the flow of drugs, the surge in human trafficking, and gang-related crime, then these other efforts should have at least addressed issues emanating from the border crisis – and yet, there was very little to show that they were doing work to remedy the issues related to the border crisis.

Then thirdly, despite all the pretentious talk about doing something to solve the border crises or being hamstrung by Trump, it was ACTUALLY the Biden-Harris administration’s “open border” policies that created the unprecedented border crisis! You’d recall that on day one of becoming president, Biden announced an order to terminate former President Donald Trump’s declaration of a national emergency concerning our southern border. Biden’s EO also paused the construction of the border wall and redirected the funds elsewhere. On day two, Biden suspended Trump’s “Remain in Mexico” program and ended the program formally six months later. The “Remain in Mexico” program kept in Mexico asylum-seekers from Central America and elsewhere until their immigration court hearings in the U.S. The program successfully returned an estimated 68,000 migrants to Mexico during the Trump presidency.

Furthermore, the Biden-Harris administration also relinquished its responsibility to enforce immigration law. According to a 2023 House Judiciary Committee report, “the Biden Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has failed to remove more than 99 percent of illegal immigrants through immigration court proceedings” between Jan. 20, 2021, and March 31, 2023. During this period, there were more than 5 million illegal immigrant encounters. The Biden administration reportedly “eased its scrutiny in reviewing asylum claims,” and “immigration judges have granted nearly 80% of claims in the last three years.” Then, in 2022, the Biden administration also introduced a parole program that has had significant consequences. This program allows up to 30,000 asylum-seekers from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela to enter the US each month. The program allowed the Biden-Harris administration to release nearly half a million “inadmissible immigrants” into the interior of the US, often with “little or no vetting, – all of which was discovered through a House Committee on Homeland Security’s fact sheet.

VIDEO WITH AUDIO – ‘Just a show’: Joe Biden’s border executive order ‘full of holes’

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Based on all of this, the only impediment the Biden-Harris administration thus had to good border security and immigration policy is itself! Therefore, the Biden-Harris administration is culpable for the unstructured flow of illegal immigrants; it is culpable for the human trafficking and smuggling operations taking place in the US, it is even culpable for the immigrant children that it lost – because these children are being used like commodities for profit by individuals who are capitalising of the poor law enforcement by this administration. And the recent testimony from ex-border chief Aaron Heitke makes this very clear.

All of this is to highlight that anti-patriotic sentiments from government officials or citizens running for office, find their way into public policy. As such, a government that wanted to replace the white demographic in America was never going to have a constructive approach to immigration. Similarly, Democrat lawmakers who do not care about the integrity of American institutions were going to deny voters a primary, and insist that presenting an ID before one can vote is racist. ALSO, of course Kamala Harris said proclaiming Christ is King only belongs in a Trump rally, because she was part of an administration that had designated Catholics as domestic terrorists. All of this stems from a hatred of the country. And the essence of this part of our discussion is to highlight that hatred or disdain for one’s country or fellow countrymen was never going to result in good policies. And that is why patriotic leadership is a comparative advantage for citizens.

THE IMPORTANCE OF PATRIOTISM & CIVIC DUTY FROM CITIZENS

Speaking of citizens, this actually brings to a consideration of the importance of patriotism from us. Right at the top, it is crucial to note that patriotism fosters unity and social cohesion. In a world that is partially characterised by polarisation, patriotism serves as a unifying force that transcends differences of very dangerously essentialised matters like race, ethnicity, or political support. Instead of using these polarising issues to frame national identity, patriotism creates a shared sense of identity and purpose among citizens, which in turn promotes social harmony and solidarity. And when people are united by a common love for their country, they can then work together towards common goals, paving the way for a stronger and more cohesive society – despite differences.

Secondly, patriotism nurtures national pride and identity. It essentially instills a sense of appreciation and reverence for a country’s history, culture, and achievements. By valuing and preserving cultural heritage, patriotism helps maintain a unique national identity. Citizens even become ambassadors of their nation’s values and traditions, promoting them both domestically and internationally. Now, this strong sense of national pride further inspires individuals to strive for excellence, making significant contributions to various fields, from arts and sciences to sports and innovation. Now, here is where we ought to once again make reference to the incredible Night of Bliss. 

The Man of God Pastor Chris emphasises a crucial point: that while we hail from Zion as Christians, we are constantly associated with our respective nations wherever we are and thus answer the name of our nation when we are outside of our country. And so, we ought to love our countries, and represent them well, and be grateful for the opportunities afforded us by our respective nations. In a perfect display of the embodiment of patriotism, he shares the testimony of how his nation Nigeria afforded him the opportunity to hear and receive the Gospel. And while he says this about Nigeria, the patriotic virtue he displays is one we ought to appropriate for ourselves and inserves of the nations where we have been made Ambassadors for Christ.

Furthermore, as far as citizens are concerned, patriotism also encourages civic engagement and responsibility. When individuals are deeply attached to their country, they actively participate in the democratic processes, exercise their right to vote, and engage in community service. They understand that their actions have a direct impact on the development of their nation. There’s a famous maxim that captures this: which states that “My country, right or wrong; if right, to be kept right; and if wrong, to be set right.” This maxim underscores the fact that patriotism motivates citizens to fulfill their duties as responsible members of society, actively contributing to the betterment of their country and fellow citizens.

I believe this is why an appreciation for patriotic symbols, like a nation’s flag or the national anthem, are central to discussions about national pride. They centre our focus on a sense of community and collective responsibility – which I believe was highlighted during the Night of Bliss as the Man of God Pastor Chris led all participants in the National Anthem of Nigeria, proclaiming thereafter that the prayer request has indeed been answered.

I’ll be among the first to admit that I’ve listened repeatedly to this particular excerpt. And likely for the same reason I carry in my devices a video of South Africans singing the National Anthem last year at a rugby match. Like that of Nigeria, South Africa’s anthem contains a prayer: and it is a prayer for prosperity and peace of the African continent and the nation of South Africa itself. And to see people put aside all manner of divisive consideration and sing with so much pride and joy the words of the anthem, constantly reminds you that what you are labouring fervently for in prayer is worth it. In those moments where we sing the anthem together, you see what is possible to achieve with regards to social cohesion, mutual respect and equal moral concern, and an overall display of shared commitment to serving the nation and the continent at large. It truly is a moment to relive over and over again.

1 TIMOTHY 2:1-4: THE INTERSECTION OF PATRIOTISM FROM LEADERS & FROM CITIZENS 

But also key to note is that there is an intersection of patriotism from leaders and patriotism from citizens. We see this intersection in the duty outlined to us in 1 Timothy 2:1-4, which reads “I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour; Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.” In this Scripture is how we galavanise godly and patriotic leadership, and inspire the same in our fellow countrymen. When we pray in this manner, 1 Timothy 2:2 says we lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. Therefore, there is a spiritual significance and patriotic duty in prayer for the leaders of your nation and all peeople in the nation.

THERE IS VIRTUE IN FIGHTING FOR YOUR COUNTRY

Then, finally, I’d like to conclude this discussion by making reference to an interesting development in light of patriotic duty. Last year, Russian president Vladimir Putin signed a decree offering sanctuary for foreigners wishing to escape Western liberal ideals. Putin is essentially offering people a chance to escape the neoliberal globalist West, and seek safe haven in Russia with their traditional, anti-woke agenda.

Five years ago (perhaps even 2 years ago) this headline would have sounded disturbing to people fed a steady diet of a big bad communist and election-interfering Russia, but with the degradation of Western nations like the US, UK, France, it’s not so easy to dismiss Russia and this gesture from Putin. Western nations are engaged in  an agenda to replace certain demographics, as we’ve discussed with the great replacement agenda, and so western populations and cultures are being replaced, while radical neoliberal policies are destroying these nations.

HOWEVER, while Putin’s gesture and decree carries weight on its own as has a discernable context that might be used to argue for its validity, I believe it is important not to take president Putin up on that offer: not because it is bad (frankly it reflects quite honourably on president Putin), but I say his offer must not be taken up  because it would result in the loss of a patriotic population that has an unwavering desire to stay and fight for a better government and sensible laws. Again, it is understandable why people would want to leave: people do not want to risk being impacted by bad policies; which is why many parents are leaving California for conservative states like Florida and Texas in order to protect their children from LGBT woke education policies. BUT, that also means that California does not have many people with a vested and patriotic interest in challenging the erosion introduced by the likes of Kamala Harris and Gavin Newsom.

Therefore, Putin’s decree (while a refreshing offer for people who genuinely are sick of woke liberal governments) makes the loss of patriotic citizens a global issue and not just an inter-state issue. And I would argue that this should be a wake up call for many nations. Not a wake up call to attack Russia for taking citizens – seeing as no one is being coerced to come to Russia. Rather, it is a wake up call to the fact that a nations’ population is its greatest asset: these are people who will fight in the military, people who will serve as public officials, people who will take difficult jobs that do not pay well while excelling in them, people who will fly the nation’s flag at international competitions. There is, THEREFORE, a fundamental issue with the nation if this very population would rather export their patriotic sentiments and service to a foreign nation as opposed to theirs. 

However, even for citizens, let us learn that there is virtue in staying in your nation and fighting for it to be better. Frankly, if you fail to love your own nation, you cannot love another.

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The War on Sovereignty: The UN’s Efforts at a Global Climate Tax https://ln24international.com/2025/10/22/the-war-on-sovereignty-the-uns-efforts-at-a-global-climate-tax/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-war-on-sovereignty-the-uns-efforts-at-a-global-climate-tax https://ln24international.com/2025/10/22/the-war-on-sovereignty-the-uns-efforts-at-a-global-climate-tax/#respond Wed, 22 Oct 2025 07:13:56 +0000 https://ln24international.com/?p=28270 The International Maritime Organization is voting today in London on the Net-Zero Framework, which would impose carbon taxes of $100 to $380 per metric ton on international vessels starting in 2027 to support low-emission technologies and aid for developing nations. President Donald Trump expressed outrage on Truth Social, urging a no vote and declaring the US will not adhere to the measure, which he called a scam increasing costs for American consumers. HOWEVER, more broadly, it appears there is yet another war on the sovereignty of nations around the world, and it is being curated through the United Nations’ efforts at a global climate tax.

THE UN IS ATTEMPTING TO IMPLEMENT A GLOBAL CLIMATE TAX

The war on the sovereignty of nations around the world, through the United Nation’s efforts at a global climate tax; and to begin with, while nations around the world reject climate policy, the unelected bureaucrats at the United Nations are looking to force an international tax on carbon emissions. This week, the UN agency called the International Maritime Organization (IMO) gathered in London to vote on a “net-zero framework” on shipping. It’s the first time the UN has attempted to levy a tax. Implement

Now, if the proposal is approved, ships over 5000 gross tonnage will be subject to regulations and a pricing mechanism. Current talks set the fee at around $100 per ton of CO2. Future increases will be decided by an unelected 170-member committee. MEANWHILE, shipping is responsible for a mere 3% of global emissions, but this tax will have a major impact on consumers. Experts say it will raise shipping costs by up to 10% and will increase the cost of most household goods.

Then, regarding the money and overall utility of the tax, first, the UN will collect an estimated $11-13 billion every year from this tax. The money will go into a new fund, controlled by the UN, to push decarbonization and “mitigate negative impacts” of climate change in developing countries. The fund will also apparently “reward low-emission ships” and forward green innovation. This means that an unelected international agency, not a sovereign state, would set a price on carbon, collect the money, and decide how to spend it. Essentially, the UN has found a way to do what it has sought for decades: which is to create a global tax base, and one where once established, there would be no logical or political limit to where that power expands next — be it aviation, logistics, manufacturing, agriculture, or even individual consumption.

Meanwhile, the UN’s long record of corruption, mismanagement, and political bias makes it unfit to handle global taxation, and this is not even considering that taxation is itself a horrible system. But, this is to say that this plan for global taxation severs the link between taxation and representation, transferring fiscal power from nations to unelected bureaucrats, thus creating a multi-billion-dollar fund with no accountability. And by rewarding compliant states and punishing dissenters, this global taxation system further undermines national sovereignty over energy, trade, and emissions policy, by placing control in the hands of those who stand to profit from the rules.

Well, unsurprisingly, the United States—which is the UN’s largest sponsor—is balking at the prospect of taxation without representation. The Trump Administration has threatened sanctions on any country that votes for it, among other actions which we will address shortly. And in addition, some lawmakers, like Senator Mike Lee of Utah, say it is time for the US to pull out of the UN altogether.

THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION’S PROPOSAL TO NATIONS IN FAVOUR OF THE NET ZERO FRAMEWORK

Now, in light of the actions considered by the Trump administration on nations that support the net zero framework, Secretary of State Rubio, Secretary of Energy Wright, and Secretary of Transportation Duffy issued a Joint Statement in response to the UN’s efforts; and it states the following. First, the statement details that “President Trump has made it clear that the United States will not accept any international environmental agreement that unduly or unfairly burdens the United States or harms the interests of the American people.”

The joint statement continued to remark that “The Administration unequivocally rejects this proposal before the International Maritime Organization and will not tolerate any action that increases costs for our citizens, energy providers, shipping companies and their customers, or tourists. The economic impacts from this measure could be disastrous, with some estimates forecasting global shipping costs increasing as much as 10% or more. We ask you to join us in rejecting adoption of the NZF at the October meeting and to work together on our collective economic and energy security.

Then finally, the joint statement proceeds to highlight notable considerations from the Trump administration. Here, the joint statement notes that: “The NZF proposal poses significant risks to the global economy and subjects not just Americans, but all International Maritime Organization member states to an unsanctioned global tax regime that levies punitive and regressive financial penalties, which could be avoided. The United States is considering the following actions against nations that support this global carbon tax on American consumers:

(1) The first is Pursuing investigations and considering potential regulations to combat anti-competitive practices from certain flagged countries and potential blocking vessels registered in those countries from US ports; (2) Second is imposing visa restrictions including an increase in fees and processing, mandatory re-interview requirements and/or revisions of quotas for C-1/D maritime crew member visas; (3) Third is imposing commercial penalties stemming from US government contracts including new commercial ships, liquified natural gas terminals and infrastructure, and/or other financial penalties on ships flagged under nations in favour of the NZF; and (4) Fourth is imposing additional port fees on ships owned, operated, or flagged by countries supporting the framework; and the final measure considered by the Trump administration is evaluating sanctions on officials sponsoring activist-driven climate policies that would burden American consumers, among other measures under consideration.

Now, you heard in the excerpt that we’ve just watched, where Ambassador Mike Walz stated that this net zero tax would primarily be a win for the EU and Chinese corporations; and before this is quickly dismissed as standard US government official banter; I’d like for us to look into these remarks further, because they reveal something important about the shadow activities of diabolical corporations in influencing government action – which is another crucial aspect on the war on the sovereignty of nations.

UNPACKING THE UN’S INTERNATIONAL MARITIME ORGANISATION’S “NET ZERO FRAMEWORK”

But first, let’s proceed to zoom in on the Net-Zero Framework, and what exactly it entails. In essence, the Net-Zero Framework is: The International Maritime Organization’s regulatory framework aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in international shipping by or around 2050. The Net-Zero Framework introduces legally binding requirements on GHG fuel intensity, pricing, and rewards mechanisms, applying to large ships engaged in international trade. It is designed to accelerate the adoption of zero or near-zero GHG fuels, technologies, and energy sources in the maritime sector, with implementation expected to begin from 2028 if formally adopted.”

Secondly, it is a specialized agency of the United Nations. The International Maritime Organization was established by a UN conference and operates under an agreement that defines its relationship with the UN, focusing on setting global standards for shipping safety, security, and environmental performance. Its framework and regulatory authority derive from the UN system, but it functions independently to create and enforce legally binding shipping regulations. Here’s more on this:

Then thirdly, (and this is where we begin to look further into the remarks we watched from Ambassador Mike Walz) there is also a driving force behind this push for the International Maritime Organization’s Net-Zero Framework; and this driving force comes from a coalition of European nations, UN-aligned climate institutions, and major green fuel and maritime associations, with endorsement from several international business groups linked to the clean energy transition. The major entities involved in green shipping fuels, often referred to as “green fuel” companies or organizations, include both large international shipbuilders and fuel producers. Key players actively developing and deploying green fuels for maritime decarbonization are:

(1) First, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (in South Korea) and they are leading in building dual-fuel vessels capable of running on what is said to be green methanol and other low-carbon fuels. (2) Second is Samsung Heavy Industries (also in South Korea) and they focus on developing what are said to be sustainable ships powered by green ammonia and methanol. (3) Third is COSCO Shipping Industries (in China): and they are working on green vessel technology, including methanol and alternative fuels. (4) Fourth is Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding (also in China): Designing what are deemed eco-friendly, dual-fuel vessels, including green methanol ships. (5) Then finally, is Shanghai Shipbuilding (in China): and they are developing what are said to be environmentally friendly vessels capable of operating on green methanol.

In addition, fuel production firms and renewable energy projects supporting green fuels such as e-methanol, green hydrogen, and ammonia include corporations like European Energy and other renewable energy firms involved in scaling up green hydrogen and e-fuels. It also involves projects like the Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners’ Murchison project in Western Australia, which aims to produce green ammonia using renewable energy. And (as you would probably already expect) it also involves various public-private partnerships pushing for the scaling of green hydrogen and methanol, such as Hyphen Hydrogen Energy in Namibia. And so, ultimately, the development of green fuels is closely tied to major shipbuilding conglomerates and energy firms that are investing heavily in low-emission vessel technologies and infrastructure.

In other words, while the International Maritime Organization’s regulatory framework aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in international shipping will significantly increase consumer costs, it also sounds like a lucrative endeavour for corporations who have invested in green policies – first because they are key players that are actively developing and deploying green fuels for maritime decarbonisation; but also because they stand to receive rewards for “ low-emission ships” and forward green innovation.

This is crucial to note because it brings to mind something that the President of Loveworld incorporated highlighted in light of concerning agendas that are supported by governments; and it is that there are often diabolical corporations that serve as the culprits driving these concerning agendas. It is the case with free speech restrictions, and evidently, even with climate tax policies.

THE NET ZERO FRAMEWORK WOULD ULTIMATELY AMOUNT TO CLIMATE IMPERIALISM

In reality, the net zero framework it is a test run for a global taxation regime — one no citizen voted for, no parliament authorized, and no nation can easily opt out of. If adopted, it would mean that for the first time in history, taxation without representation would be enshrined at the global level — imposed not by kings or empires, but by an international bureaucracy claiming moral authority through “climate activism.”

Secondly, embedding this mechanism into what is called MARPOL Annex VI, which is the legally binding part of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships that regulates air emissions and sets mandatory energy efficiency standards for nearly all international vessels, and which is already ratified by 108 nations covering 97% of the world’s merchant shipping fleet by tonnage, the UN actually aimed to make participation mandatory! In other words, what was presented as climate policy in April has, by October, become the framework for the world’s first global tax, created and administered by unelected officials — without a single citizen’s consent – thus amounting to climate imperialism, and a war on sovereignty.

However, beyond being climate imperialism, the NZF is particularly a European inspired climate imperialism. More specifically, the NZF was written largely by European delegations and backed by the European Commission, the U.K., and a handful of Pacific island states. It is framed as climate solidarity but functions as regulatory imperialism — exporting European-style carbon policies through the UN to countries that never voted for them. And so, Europe, having already imposed its own shipping emissions rules regionally, now seeks to universalize the cost through the UN so its industries don’t lose competitiveness. The result is a global redistribution of costs from Europe’s climate ambitions to the developing world — and to consumers everywhere.

However, it is also worth remembering that this system did not emerge from nowhere. Many of its founding figures were not defenders of liberty but disciples of liberal eugenics — men like Brock Chisholm of the WHO and Julian Huxley of UNESCO, who openly argued that humanity must be “scientifically managed” through psychological reconditioning and population control. After World War II, these ideas were rebranded as global health, global education, and global governance. The language changed, but the underlying principle remained: the UN and its satellite organisations see ordinary people as too ignorant to rule themselves.

And so, the same logic that justified the World Health Organization deciding “global health emergencies,” UNESCO dictating “educational standards,” and the IMF enforcing “fiscal responsibility” on sovereign states now seeks to tax the world. The institutions may differ, but the ideology is the same: which is that these institutions seem to think that unelected bureaucrats and self-appointed experts should govern humanity in the name of what they define as science, efficiency, and progress. This is UNACEPTABLE.

But furthermore, we already see the cost of carbon taxes on a national scale, when we look at Canada as a case study. Canadians protested the carbon tax on the grounds that it makes life too expensive, punishes citizens for requiring basic necessities; and that it is ultimately not working.

REMINDER: AFTER COVID FAILED, CLIMATE ALARMISM WAS THE NEXT CONSIDERATION

What is interesting to note is that it is not so long ago that we were warning against new efforts at drumming up climate alarmism, as we were offering rebuttal to a Times Magazine article about so-called scientists claiming we have passed the first tuning point towards irreversible environmental harm; and yet meanwhile, globalists were working since April to implement a global carbon tax! BUT, here is a crucial nuance we ought not to miss: the globalists efforts at using climate alarmism as a conduit for authoritarianism is an implicit concession of their failures to subjugate the world, with earlier strategies – especially the COVID plandemic.

In fact, you’d recall the footage of a CNN staff member who was caught on camera conceding that they were working towards climate alarmism as the new and predominant fear-mongering message, because COVID was no longer an effective bogeyman for the globalist cause.

HOWEVER, just as efforts at the subjugation of nations and the robbing of their sovereignty were thwarted by the Church, even the climate change hoax will not progress, and is restrained only until He who restrains is taken out of the way.

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The Intersection Between National Sovereignty and Free Speech https://ln24international.com/2025/10/21/the-intersection-between-national-sovereignty-and-free-speech/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-intersection-between-national-sovereignty-and-free-speech https://ln24international.com/2025/10/21/the-intersection-between-national-sovereignty-and-free-speech/#respond Tue, 21 Oct 2025 07:59:12 +0000 https://ln24international.com/?p=28236 On October 15th, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that US visas are a privilege revocable for foreign nationals expressing death wishes toward America, especially following the September 10th assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. The State Department has revoked visas for at least six individuals accused of celebrating Kirk’s death on social media, extending the policy to international students in pro-Hamas protests cited as national security threats. As you would expect, this move has drawn support from conservatives who see this as a defence of American values but, simultaneously, this has also drawn criticism from what are said to be civil liberties groups over free speech concerns. And so, in the status quo, we see an interesting intersection between national sovereignty and free speech – in what is a fairly simple contention to resolve.

THE STATE OF FREE SPEECH PROTECTIONS IN THE UNITED STATES

And now onto our main discussion, regarding “The Intersection of National Sovereignty and Free Speech”. I should state now that we are going to spend a fair amount of time on points of contextualisation, so that we are able to adequately adjudicate the related issues in the status quo. And to begin with, we ought to take stock of the jurisprudence and precedent surrounding the First Amendment in the US. Now, first and foremost, the First Amendment of the US Constitution protects the fundamental rights of persons to express themselves, to gather with other people, and to protest their government, among other rights. The text of the First Amendment itself is quite short but emphatic; it states that (quote): “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”

Now, since the First Amendment was ratified in 1791 as part of the Bill of Rights, this short paragraph has acted as the basis of the right to free speech in the US. People across the US have sacrificed, litigated, legislated, and organised to ensure that the rights conferred by this amendment are upheld. In light of this, here is what the overall jurisprudence and progressively litigated precedent concerning the First Amendment looks like today:

To begin with, the First Amendment prohibits government agencies from censoring, discriminating against, or applying rules inconsistently to private speech based on its viewpoint. This principle is called “viewpoint neutrality,” and it means that local and federal government agencies can NOT allow expression on a given subject from Viewpoint A – but not from Viewpoint B. For example, the government can NOT approve a permit for an pro-abortion rally, while blocking a permit for an anti-abortion rally. Not only this, but viewpoint neutrality is not even limited to political issues. For example, panhandling – or asking passersby for money in public places – is actually also constitutionally protected under viewpoint neutrality. And the idea is that governments cannot ban people from asking for money for themselves in public places, while at the same time allowing people to ask for money for something like the Girl Scouts or political campaigns.

Secondly, the First Amendment protects a person’s right to express him/herself and to testify before, petition, and protest the many branches and agencies of the local and federal government. If, for example, a person in the US wants to picket his/her local police station to protest an issue of misconduct, or wants to protest a law that council members passed, the First Amendment protects the right to do so. Furthermore, the First Amendment also prohibits all local government agencies, including public schools, from discriminating against speech based on its viewpoint. Which is why it was jarring that a Massachusetts middle school suspended a student for wearing a “There are only two genders” t-shirt – because this is protected expression.

And Liam Morrison actually asked a crucial question, and it is unfortunate the courts in the US might have missed it or deliberately ignored it, and this is the point on what is a protected class, and why are their feelings more important than his rights. Now, this question that he asks is incredibly important because it exposes the fact that in undermining first amendment protections, the federal government and activist judges and courts are arbitrarily creating a “protected class” of beings not based on objective necessity or a decent legal argument, but rather based on their feelings?! This is UNACCEPTABLE!

DISHONEST AND HATEFUL SPEECH ARE PROTECTED BY THE FIRST AMENDMENT

Then still taking stock of the jurisprudence and precedent surrounding the First Amendment in the US, here is where this amendment and the progressive precedent surrounding it got more deliberate in its protections of not just free speech, but ABSOLUTE free speech. Irrespective of whether speech is a lie, it ought not to be limited! Make no mistake: lies are a problem. In fact, one can persuasively argue that lies are one of the biggest problems in society, especially when looking at the deception that came during the COVID era, or the climate change hoax, or feminism and its insistence in vilifying men, and so many phenomena in society. I’d even go a step further to state that few behaviours are as corrosive to a nation’s social fabric or as foundational to societal divisions as lies. And this is primarily because lies severely hobble the ability to communicate effectively, the capacity to understand reality, and attempts at securing social and moral progress. HOWEVER, in recognising the gravity of the ramifications emanating from lies, a number of individuals, as a result, conclude that using government power to prohibit and eliminate lies is justified – you’d even recall the Welsh government’s 2024  decision to criminalise lies from parliament members.

However, using government power to prohibit and eliminate lies is a dangerous idea, and one that is contrary to First Amendment jurisprudence. More specifically, outside of a few narrow and formally recognised categories of unprotected speech, the First Amendment is neutral regarding the content of the speech it defends.

This principle was expressed beautifully by Justice Thurgood Marshall in the 1972 Supreme Court case of the Police Department of Chicago v Mosley, which questioned the constitutionality of a city ordinance banning non-union picketing outside of a school building. In the majority opinion, Justice Marshall wrote that (quote): “the First Amendment means that the government has no power to restrict expression because of its message, its ideas, its subject matter, or its content.” So, in observing the precedent that came from this decision, this therefore tells us that the First Amendment almost universally prohibits content-based regulations of speech. In other words, because content-based regulations of speech target the substance of speech and are easily used to suppress disfavoured ideas, content-based laws or regulations are presumed unconstitutional, and the government must meet a very heavy burden to justify them.

Now, this heavy burden imposed on the government is understood as strict scrutiny — and is supposed to be the highest standard in First Amendment law, and it essentially requires the government to prove that the content-based regulation it wants to implement “furthers a compelling interest and is narrowly tailored to achieve that interest,” as outlined in the case of Reed v Town of Gilbert, Arizona, et al. The explanation of this burden is that: interests are “compelling,” when they are regarding “regulation vital to the protection of public health and safety, including the regulation of violent crime, the requirements of national security and military necessity, and respect for fundamental rights.” And the key here is that any regulations must not only advance a “compelling” interest, but must also not restrict people’s ability to speak freely (and dishonestly) beyond what is necessary to further that interest pursued by the government. BUT THEN, there was the case of United States v Robert J. Stevens, which offered an important challenge to this thinking.

Essentially, based on the issues that were just outlined in the excerpt we watched, in the case of the United States v Robert J. Stevens, the Court emphatically rejected as “startling and dangerous” the idea of a “free-floating test for First Amendment coverage” that requires speech to survive an ad hoc balancing of its costs and benefits by the government – because, as we stated, this was a burden on the government. As such, the development in the United States v Robert J. Stevens case is that: The “First Amendment itself reflects a judgement by the American people that the benefits of the restrictions imposed on the government through the first amendment outweigh the costs”. And so, from the precedent established in the United States v Robert J. Stevens case, it primarily means that American citizens were the ones who reserved judgement on the cost of restrictions to free speech, and not the government – which is a triumph and testament of the protectionist nature of the first amendment.

Then finally, on the jurisprudence and precedent surrounding the First Amendment in the US, it is worth noting that First Amendment protections also extend to speech that might be deemed as hateful. And, honestly, in a world where “hate speech” is either arbitrarily defined OR is a highly weaponised and politicised definition, I would argue that speech that is supposedly hateful is especially crucial to protect if any meaningful institutionalisation of free speech is to be claimed.

So, all that we’ve just discussed is the broad contextualisation of today’s discussion, and it will factor into how we adjudicate cases in the status quo that pertain to the intersection of national sovereignty and free speech. And to start us off, let’s address the Jimmy Kimmel free speech debate, because many are building on that occurrence to claim that the Trump administration is violating the first amendment, especially in light of the recent visa suspension announcement – and in addressing the cases in the status quo that pertain to the intersection of national sovereignty and free speech, we get to understand where the first amendment also ceases to protect speech.

ADDRESSING THE JIMMY KIMMEL FREE SPEECH DEBATE

So, regarding the Jimmy Kimmel case, what essentially transpired is that after the assasination of Charlie Kirk, late night host Jimmy Kimmel was suspended following the concerning remarks he made about the assassination, and claims about president Trump’s supporters trying to capitalise on the assasination for political gain. For the most part, this was an incredibly important and interesting niche in free speech discourse, and I think it had a profound impact in how Americans view comedians (who function as political commentators for the left). However, there does also appear to be a gap in an understanding of the responsibilities and powers of media broadcasters, in light of the protections of free speech. But, before we proceed, here is how Jimmy Kimmel (and frankly a lot of people on the left) viewed his remarks:

So, yes, in the aftermath of the suspension, Jimmy Kimmel painted his suspension as being based on the malicious mischaracterisation of his words; and even told his audience that he was “silenced” by Trump (because apparently Trump cannot take a joke) and even warned about comedians being censored – and yet he did say that Charlie Kirk’s assassin is a product of MAGA indoctrination, and that Trump supporters were trying to capitalise on the assassination for political gain – and so, that was just a weird attempt at averting direct accountability for the distasteful remarks he made, and somehow try to make Trump the focus of the discussion.

Nevertheless, as far as the First Amendment is concerned, Jimmy Kimmel is entitled to say what he wants, however horrendous and distasteful the remarks; and the Trump administration is also mandated by the First Amendment NOT to censor Jimmy Kimmel, even if his speech is deemed a lie or paints president Trump poorly.

WAS JIMMY KIMMEL CENSORED, & DOES THIS AMOUNT TO A VIOLATION OF THE FIRST AMENDMENT?

Therefore, we then have to ask ourselves this question: In being suspended following the remarks he made about the Charlie Kirk assassination, was Jimmy Kimmel censored and does this amount to a violation of the first amendment by the Trump administration?

The first response to this is that the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel was not based on efforts at demanding the censorship of videos that paint President Trump in a bad light – seeing that Trump himself makes jokes about Trump. BUT, even if it was about censoring videos that paint Trump in a bad light (which it was not), Jimmy Kimmel has the backing of US law to protect his free speech, meaning that he has every right and opportunity to hold Trump accountable if he thinks his speech was censored. For instance, in the case of West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette (1943), the Supreme Court explained that “If there is any fixed star in our constitutional constellation, it is that no official, high or petty, can prescribe what shall be orthodox in politics, nationalism, religion, or other matters of opinion.” In Ashcroft v. ACLU (2002), the Court declared that with few exceptions, “the First Amendment means [that] the government has no power to restrict expression because of its message, its ideas, its subject matter, or its content.” And in the second case, which is the case of United States v Alvarez (in 2012), Justice Anthony Kennedy explained that even “false statements” may not be censored, writing that “some false statements are inevitable if there is to be an open and vigorous expression of views…”.

And so, free speech and the freedom to criticise policies or even portray the president in a less pleasing light are very well protected in the US constitution and free speech jurisprudence! Ergo, president Trump is not running some comedian censorship industrial complex, that is enabled by the absence of laws that protect free speech. In fact, Trump himself has proven to understand and respect the ambits of the first amendment, especially in light of what powers are available to him. For instance, you’d recall that in late 2024, president Trump sued CBS News for $10 billion for “deceptively doctoring” Kamala Harris’ 60-Minutes interview. And the harm that was argued by Trump was that CBS engaged in election interference to try to help Kamala Harris; to which Paramount (the parent company of CBS) agreed to pay $16 million to Trump’s future library or other cause. Crucial to note here is that Trump did not launch a welfare campaign to try to get CBS off air, or orchestrate the censorship of the CBS anchor who conducted the interview: he simply used the same first amendment law to hold the CBS accountable for abusing the press freedom they enjoy through the first amendment.

Then, still answering the question of whether Jimmy Kimmel was censored and whether his suspension amounted to a violation of the first amendment by the Trump administration, the second response here is that the left does not appear to have a strong grasp on the intersection between free speech and the private corporations.

So, for some additional context: the First Amendment, like the US Constitution generally, affords rights that people can use to challenge the government. Local and federal governments have many agencies, all of which must abide by the First Amendment. But free speech and association rights do not BLANKETLY apply to private organisations or people, even if those organisations or people receive funding from the government. These private organisations are thus entitled to formulate private organisational policies that people can choose to opt in or out of.

Now, what this means is that a private company can suspend or fire an employee for something they say, or a social media platform can remove a user’s post without violating the First Amendment because they are not the government.

HOWEVER, the exception is that if you can prove a private company is working with government actors to suppress speech, then the First Amendment will apply – which is what the Murthy v Missouri case is doing in light of how the Biden-Harris administrations coerced social media companies to censor speech on their platforms.

Now, the left in decrying censorship from Trump as being the reason that Jimmy Kimmel was suspended, is ignoring this aspect of the first amendment, which allows private corporations to decide if they want to air certain content. And yet, this exclusion of private corporations in the scope of the first amendment is why, while ABC is the media corporation that powers Jimmy Kimmel’s show, a number of ABC affiliates suspended his show, ad have now refused to air Jimmy Kimmel’s show altogether. It is NOT censorship by Trump, RATHER, it is the first amendment allowing private corporations to decide what they will or will NOT air.

WHITE HOUSE REVOKES VISAS FOR ANTI-AMERICAN SENTIMENTS AFTER CHARLIE KIRK ASSASSINATION

So, let’s bring in the factor of national sovereignty. As we alluded to earlier, on October 15th, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that US visas are a privilege revocable for foreign nationals expressing death wishes toward America, especially following the September 10th assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. The State Department has thus revoked visas for at least six individuals accused of celebrating Kirk’s death on social media, extending the policy to international students in pro-Hamas protests cited as national security threats. This move has drawn support from conservatives who see this as a defence of American values but, simultaneously, this has also drawn criticism from what are said to be civil liberties groups over free speech concerns. But before we proceed, here are the remarks from the Press Secretary.

Now, in addressing this development in the status quo, here we must ask: Is this policy by the Trump administration a weaponisation of national sovereignty against free speech?

Well, interestingly, this consideration is not at all new in US politics. In fact, in a case that considered whether lawfully present non-citizens in the United States have First Amendment rights, a federal district judge answered that question with a resounding “yes.” Judge William G Young, ruled that the Trump administration’s policy to detain and deport foreign scholars over their pro-Palestinian views violates the US constitution and was designed to “intentionally” chill free speech rights. Judge Young further stated that although no one’s freedom of speech is completely unlimited, the key is that whatever limits that exist “must be the same for both citizens and non-citizens alike.” He even added that the Trump administration claimed the authority to deport non-citizens who have committed no crimes but whose presence it deems to pose a threat to US foreign policy. And so, after a 2-week trial, Judge Young ruled that this authority was being used to target people based on their constitutionally protected speech.

HOWEVER, I’d like to offer a practical rebuttal to this position. With ALL the extensive protections that the First Amendment offers to speech, it also draws the line on speech that is both “directed to inciting or producing imminent lawless action and is likely to incite or produce such action” – in other words, the First Amendment does not protect protesters who chant “death to America”, or make remarks about how they wish someone would kill Charlie Kirk. and all of this are things that have occurred in the US.

But, finally, for people concerned about censorship and even being offended, I’d also like to make the argument that free speech has a place in a functional society for 2 reasons. First, when people speak frankly about even hateful sentiments they hold, you have the privilege of an honest discussion, and an adequate measure of the moral inclinations of society. Furthermore, it is easier to challenge and debate (for instance) racist ideas with people who are openly racist than with people who form secret clubs and societies in which they share their racist inclinations among others who think the same. Therefore, there is less inspiration for change toward acceptable virtues, if those who do not yet possess them are not challenged to assess their thinking through open debate and free speech. In addition, when someone is frank with you about what they think, it is a manifestation of respect as opposed to that person telling you what they think you want to hear.

HOWEVER, also consider that in having the liberty to speak frankly, be prepared to be held accountable for what you say, where you abuse that speech- through litigation, and not laws that justify censorship.

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Captain Traoré Slams the Brakes on Bill Gates’ Mad Science Mosquito Scheme: Another Victory in Burkina Faso https://ln24international.com/2025/08/26/captain-traore-slams-the-brakes-on-bill-gates-mad-science-mosquito-scheme-another-victory-in-burkina-faso/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=captain-traore-slams-the-brakes-on-bill-gates-mad-science-mosquito-scheme-another-victory-in-burkina-faso https://ln24international.com/2025/08/26/captain-traore-slams-the-brakes-on-bill-gates-mad-science-mosquito-scheme-another-victory-in-burkina-faso/#respond Tue, 26 Aug 2025 06:53:41 +0000 https://ln24international.com/?p=26932 On August 22, 2025, Burkina Faso’s fearless leader, President Ibrahim Traoré, dropped the hammer on the so-called “Target Malaria” project—a Gates Foundation-funded fiasco that involved unleashing genetically modified mosquitoes into the wild under the guise of fighting malaria. Burkina Faso on Friday halted a Bill Gates backed project that had seen genetically modified mosquitoes released in a bid to eradicate malaria and other insect-borne diseases. Target Malaria, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, is the latest NGO to come under pressure from the Ibrahim Traore led administration. It was ordered to stop “all activities”, the government said in a communique. This isn’t just a win for Burkina Faso; it’s a body blow to the elitist cabal that treats developing countries like their personal petri dishes.

Target Malaria: Pioneering Genetic Technologies to ”Combat” Malaria

Target Malaria is a not-for-profit international research consortium dedicated to developing and sharing innovative genetic technologies aimed at controlling malaria transmission in sub-Saharan Africa. The initiative originated as a university-based research program in 2005, initially exploring genetic modifications in mosquitoes. By 2012, it had evolved into a broader consortium, incorporating multidisciplinary expertise from scientists, social scientists, and regulatory specialists. At the heart of Target Malaria’s strategy is gene drive technology, which uses CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing to introduce modifications that spread through mosquito populations at higher-than-normal inheritance rates. They say these modifications typically aim to reduce female mosquito fertility or bias offspring toward males, leading to population decline over generations. Target Malaria operates in several African countries, including Uganda, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Ghana, collaborating with local institutions such as the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) and the Institut de Recherche en Sciences de la Santé (IRSS) in Burkina Faso. In Uganda, recent contained studies on non-gene drive mosquitoes have advanced understanding of male bias traits. Past activities in Burkina Faso included releases of non-gene drive genetically modified mosquitoes in 2019, marking early field testing. Primary funding comes from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Open Philanthropy Project, with additional support from entities like the UK Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA), the European Commission, the Medical Research Council (MRC), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and African governmental bodies such as the Uganda Ministry of Health.

Bill Gates’ Philanthro-Capitalism

In Africa, malaria claims thousands of lives annually, with over 10,000 fatalities reported in Burkina Faso alone in 2023. However, a closer examination reveals the significant financial interests at play. Bill Gates, often perceived as a philanthropist, is also an investor with substantial stakes in biotech firms and pharmaceutical giants that stand to gain from innovations like these. Essentially, the strategy involves creating a problem, or exaggerating its severity, then selling the solution, and reaping the financial benefits while the local population bears the risks. From a financial perspective, this approach is a classic example of the globalist playbook, where costs are externalized to impoverished nations, and the elite reap the benefits of patents and subsidies. The project, backed by Gates and allegedly linked to US military interests, has turned African soil into a testing ground for gene-drive technology, which poses significant risks, including ecological disasters and the potential for weaponized biology. Traoré has taken a firm stance, ordering laboratories to be sealed, samples destroyed, and all activities halted due to concerns over biosafety, ethics, and ecology. The public outcry from locals and anti-Western activists has also played a significant role, as they reject the narrative that this is a form of assistance, instead viewing it as interference. The issue of sovereignty, a core conservative value under attack worldwide, is a critical aspect of this debate. The military government of Burkina Faso is pushing back against foreign NGOs and projects that undermine local control, revoking licenses and asserting that Africans will not be used as test subjects for Western experiments. Traoré is a hero in this context, thinking outside the globalist box, while other African leaders succumb to the lure of handouts. Critics argue that halting this project could hinder progress in combating malaria, but this is the same fear-mongering tactic used to promote every globalist agenda, from vaccines to climate change initiatives.

Traditional methods, such as bed nets and insecticides, have proven effective in combating malaria without resorting to genetic manipulation. The ethical red flags surrounding this project are glaring, including a lack of transparency, potential long-term harm to biodiversity, and the absence of genuine input from the affected population. Gates’ track record is questionable, given his ties to population control rhetoric and investments that conveniently align with his charitable work. This suspension serves as a beacon for conservatives worldwide, highlighting the need to reject globalist overlords, protect borders, and prioritize fiscal and national independence. More countries should follow Burkina Faso’s lead, abandoning the Gates-funded initiatives that come with strings attached and investing in homegrown solutions that do not compromise their sovereignty. If we fail to do so, we risk becoming lab rats in their grand experiment, with our nations and ecosystems being exploited for the benefit of the global elite. The people of Burkina Faso have made it clear that they will not be used as test subjects for Western experiments, and their stance serves as a powerful example for other nations to follow. By taking control of their own destiny and rejecting the influence of globalist interests, they are reclaiming their sovereignty and protecting their people from the risks associated with untested and potentially harmful technologies.

Bill Gates’ GMO Mosquitoes – Flying Syringes for Forced Vaccination and Global Control

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation invested a staggering $41 million in Oxitec, a British biotech firm, to develop these genetically modified mosquitoes that purportedly aim to eradicate malaria. However, numerous health experts have dubbed these creatures “flying syringes,” because their true purpose is to covertly vaccinate the general population with potentially hazardous vaccines that induce sterility in both men and women, without their knowledge or consent. This could lead to a significant increase in infertility, with women becoming barren and men becoming impotent on a massive scale, highlighting just one of the many risks associated with this technology.

Back in 2008, Gates’ foundation doled out $100,000 to a Japanese scientist, Hiroyuki Matsuoka, to engineer mosquitoes that secrete malaria vaccine proteins in their saliva. Bite you? Boom – you’re “vaccinated.” No needle, no doctor, no choice. They called it a “flying syringe,” and it wasn’t some fringe fantasy; it was funded under Gates’ Grand Challenges Explorations, where he threw millions at 104 “bold ideas” for global health domination. Fast-forward, and outfits like Oxitec – backed by Gates cash – are releasing billions of GM bugs in places like Florida and Brazil, supposedly to fight diseases. But whispers from the lab? These could be tweaked to deliver anything: vaccines, gene therapies, or worse. These genetically engineered mosquitoes are not only being touted as a means to control population growth, but also as a way to inoculate people with vaccines without their explicit consent. As a seasoned finance analyst who has tracked the ways in which globalist billionaires transform “philanthropy” into lucrative business ventures, this initiative reeks of a depopulation agenda masquerading as a benevolent endeavor. Rather than saving lives, Gates is essentially attempting to playing god with people’s bodies, and the backlash from Africa is only the beginning. In essence, the hazardous and potentially deadly vaccines that people have been wary of and rejected can now be administered without their knowledge or consent, courtesy of these genetically modified mosquitoes. All it takes is a mosquito bite, and the vaccine is injected into the bloodstream, complete with untested and questionable substances, all without the individual’s permission. Why should any nation, proud of its heritage, allow Bill Gates and his associates to continue perpetrating their mass depopulation agenda on their soil? The very idea of allowing these “flying syringes” to infiltrate their ecosystems is a stark reminder of the need for vigilance and resistance against such insidious plans.

Bill Gates is Waging a High-Tech War on Mosquitoes

At What Cost to Humanity and the Environment?

Bill Gates’ ambitious plan to eradicate malaria is a complex combination of artificial intelligence, experimental vaccines, and genetic modification, known as gene drives, which are essentially “kill switches” for mosquitoes.

 At first glance, his plan appears to be a selfless act, aiming to save the lives of over 600,000 children under the age of five who die from malaria every year. However, beneath the surface of this seemingly altruistic endeavor lies a more sinister reality: Gates’ desire to control nature reflects the arrogance of the global elite, who view humanity and ecosystems as mere test subjects for their experiments. Gates portrays mosquitoes as malicious, but is he and his allies truly any different? Unlike mosquitoes, they have monopolized farmland, disrupted food supplies, and profited from crises under the guise of “charity” – actions that have had far more devastating consequences for human societies. The use of gene drives, the cornerstone of Gates’ mosquito eradication plan, poses significant risks to the environment and ecosystems. These irreversible genetic modifications have the potential to disrupt the delicate balance of nature in unpredictable ways. While mosquitoes can be a nuisance, they also play a crucial role in pollinating plants and supporting biodiversity. However, Gates’ solution to the malaria crisis disregards these essential roles, prioritizing short-term human intervention over long-term ecological stability. This reckless approach to genetic engineering is reminiscent of the same hubris that has plagued globalist experiments in agriculture, healthcare, and energy, which have often had disastrous consequences for the environment and human societies. The narrative surrounding the “war on malaria” also conceals a more insidious agenda: control.

Gates acknowledges that malaria research has been underfunded because its victims are “too poor to attract attention”, but who is responsible for perpetuating this imbalance if not the billionaires who profit from inequality? Gates’ projects are not about saving lives, but about consolidating power and using diseases as leverage to reengineer society and nature in the image of the global elite. The exploitation of the Global South by Western philanthropists and corporations has become a familiar pattern, with the beneficiaries of these “humanitarian” efforts often being the same biotech firms, AI companies, and elites who profit from controlling life at the molecular level. The use of gene drives as a tool for population control is a chilling possibility that cannot be dismissed as a conspiracy theory. Given Gates’ history of using the Global South as a testing ground for his experiments, it is not far-fetched to imagine the use of gene drives for more sinister purposes. The same individual who has treated people as lab rats now seeks to play god with the natural world, ignoring the catastrophic consequences that his actions could have for the environment and human societies. The growing resistance to Western “philanthropy” in the Global South is a testament to the fact that people are no longer willing to be treated as test subjects for the experiments of the global elite. Ultimately, if Bill Gates truly wants to eliminate parasites, perhaps he should start by targeting the ones that are monopolizing resources and exploiting humanity. Mosquitoes may carry malaria, but Gates and his allies are carrying the far more malignant disease of hubris, which has already had devastating consequences for the environment and human societies. The cure for this disease is not found in a lab, but in the growing resistance of people who are rejecting the control of the global elite and demanding a more equitable and sustainable future for all. Financially, this is a goldmine for the elite. Gates invests in biotech firms like Oxitec and big pharma players, then “donates” to projects that create demand for their patents. It’s vertical integration on steroids – fund the “problem” (engineered bugs), sell the “solution” (vaccines via bite), and watch royalties flood in while populations dwindle. Remember his TED talk where he released mosquitoes on the audience to make a point about malaria? That wasn’t a stunt; it was foreshadowing. And don’t buy the fact-check spin that his current projects aren’t for vaccination – the tech’s the same gene-editing toolkit, and history shows he’s funded the syringe concept directly.

Bill Gates is actively utilizing insects as carriers for hazardous pathogens and recklessly dumping untested mRNA technology on impoverished communities, flagrantly disregarding fundamental conservative values such as informed consent, secure national borders, and unrestricted free markets. The Nuremberg Code, established to protect human rights, is being blatantly disregarded, while national sovereignty is being deliberately compromised. The potential consequences of these actions are alarming, ranging from ecological devastation and unforeseen genetic mutations to deliberately engineered pandemics designed to justify further authoritarian control. The state of Florida has already been transformed into a testing ground for these experiments, with billions of dollars being invested under the supervision of Governor DeSantis, despite the absence of comprehensive long-term studies to assess the safety and efficacy of these measures. We must reject this blatant attempt at technocratic domination and instead support courageous leaders like Traoré, who are taking a firm stance against these dangerous experiments. It is imperative that we invest in genuinely effective solutions, such as locally driven agricultural initiatives and traditional medicine, rather than relying on patented, potentially lethal products promoted by Gates. If we fail to take immediate action to halt these egregious practices, we risk being subjected to an unending barrage of experimental technologies concocted by globalist elites, as this sinister agenda is driven by an insatiable pursuit of wealth, power, and the systematic erosion of national sovereignty.

Written By Tatenda Belle Panashe

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Maduro Mobilizes Millions as U.S. Doubles Bounty to $50 Million https://ln24international.com/2025/08/21/maduro-mobilizes-millions-as-u-s-doubles-bounty-to-50-million/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=maduro-mobilizes-millions-as-u-s-doubles-bounty-to-50-million https://ln24international.com/2025/08/21/maduro-mobilizes-millions-as-u-s-doubles-bounty-to-50-million/#respond Thu, 21 Aug 2025 08:48:38 +0000 https://ln24international.com/?p=26835 Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has ordered the nationwide deployment of militia forces, claiming to mobilize over 4.5 million personnel in response to escalating tensions with the United States. The move comes just days after Washington doubled the reward for Maduro’s arrest to $50 million, accusing him of leading a transnational drug trafficking network.

In a televised address Tuesday night, Maduro framed the militia deployment as a defense of national sovereignty and a response to “imperialist aggression.”

“We will not kneel. Venezuela will defend its peace, its independence, and its dignity,” Maduro said, vowing resistance to U.S. pressure.

However, independent estimates suggest the actual number of trained and active militia members is significantly lower than the government’s claim.

U.S. Allegations and Caribbean Standoff

The United States has intensified its pursuit of Maduro, alleging that his administration collaborated with international drug cartels to smuggle cocaine laced with fentanyl into U.S. territory. According to U.S. federal authorities, nearly 30 tons of narcotics tied to Maduro linked networks have been seized in recent months.

In response, the U.S. State Department raised the bounty for Maduro’s capture, labeling him a “narco dictator” responsible for the deliberate poisoning of American communities.

Caracas has rejected the accusations, with Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil calling the reward increase “a pathetic political stunt” designed to interfere in Venezuela’s internal affairs ahead of its 2025 general elections.

Tensions escalated further after the deployment of Venezuelan forces to the Caribbean coast, coinciding with the arrival of U.S. Navy destroyers in the region. The military presence on both sides has raised fears of a potential standoff, though neither government has signaled imminent conflict.

Background:

Maduro has been under U.S. sanctions and criminal indictments since 2020, when federal prosecutors accused him and senior officials of operating a “narco terrorism” scheme. Despite international pressure and a collapsing economy, he has maintained power, backed by loyalist institutions and regional allies.

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Italy Rejects WHO’s 2024 Health Regulation Amendments, Citing National Sovereignty https://ln24international.com/2025/07/22/italy-rejects-whos-2024-health-regulation-amendments-citing-national-sovereignty/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=italy-rejects-whos-2024-health-regulation-amendments-citing-national-sovereignty https://ln24international.com/2025/07/22/italy-rejects-whos-2024-health-regulation-amendments-citing-national-sovereignty/#respond Tue, 22 Jul 2025 07:45:27 +0000 https://ln24international.com/?p=26037 Following the U.S., Italian officials push back against expanded WHO authority over national health responses

Italy has officially rejected the World Health Organization’s (WHO) 2024 proposed amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR), joining the United States in expressing deep concerns over what critics are calling an overreach into national sovereignty.

In a formal letter addressed to WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Italian Health Minister Orazio Schillaci confirmed Italy’s refusal to adopt the amendments. The letter outlines apprehensions over what the Italian government views as a threat to democratic accountability and the independence of national health systems.

Deputy Foreign Minister Edmondo Cirielli described the proposed WHO changes as “bureaucratic centralism,” warning that such measures could allow unelected international officials to impose health-related restrictions on member states without sufficient national consultation or parliamentary debate.

“Italy stands firmly on the principle that each sovereign nation must retain the authority to determine its own response to public health emergencies,” Cirielli said in a statement. “No external body should override our democratic process or health policy decisions.”

Health Minister Schillaci echoed these sentiments, arguing that the WHO’s performance during the COVID-19 pandemic revealed significant shortcomings. “Rather than expanding its authority, the WHO should reflect on its limitations and build a more accountable and responsive framework,” he said.

The 2024 amendments to the IHR were introduced to strengthen global pandemic preparedness by giving the WHO increased powers to declare emergencies and coordinate international responses. Proponents argue that these reforms are necessary to prevent future global health crises from spiraling out of control. However, critics fear that the changes may lead to the erosion of national autonomy and constitutional rights.

Italy’s decision signals growing resistance among some member states to global health centralization efforts. It also highlights a broader debate over the role of international organizations in national decision-making, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, which exposed both the strengths and weaknesses of current global health governance.

It remains to be seen how this growing opposition will affect the future of the WHO’s reforms, which require broad consensus among member nations to take effect. Meanwhile, Rome has reaffirmed its commitment to international cooperation but on its own terms.

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Hungary’s New Sovereignty Law: A Firm Stand Against Foreign Influence https://ln24international.com/2025/06/17/hungarys-new-sovereignty-law-a-firm-stand-against-foreign-influence/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hungarys-new-sovereignty-law-a-firm-stand-against-foreign-influence https://ln24international.com/2025/06/17/hungarys-new-sovereignty-law-a-firm-stand-against-foreign-influence/#respond Tue, 17 Jun 2025 06:45:40 +0000 https://ln24international.com/?p=25213 Hungary’s proposed Transparency of Public Life Act, aimed at curbing foreign-funded organizations, has sparked protests waving EU and LGBT flags, echoing similar unrest in Georgia over its Foreign Agents Registration Act. Both laws, modelled on the US’s FARA, seek to protect national sovereignty but face accusations of stifling dissent. Critics, including the EU and US, argue these measures mimic authoritarian tactics, while supporters say they shield against foreign meddling. Hungary’s bill, introduced by Fidesz in May, awaits parliamentary debate in autumn. The pattern—local push for control, Western backlash, and flag-waving protests—suggests a recurring playbook when nations challenge external influence.

On May 13, 2025, Fidesz tabled this bill to clamp down on foreign-funded organizations—NGOs, media, even private companies—that the government deems a threat to Hungary’s sovereignty. The idea? If you’re getting cash from abroad, especially to meddle in Hungarian politics, you’ve got to register with the Sovereignty Protection Office, get state approval before accepting funds, and have your leaders file public asset declarations. Non-compliance could mean fines up to 25 times the foreign funds received, frozen bank accounts, or even dissolution. Hungarian donors also face scrutiny, needing two witnesses to prove their money isn’t foreign-sourced.

This is about protecting national interests and economic independence

From a conservative finance angle, this is about protecting national interests and economic independence. Orbán’s government argues that foreign money—from USAID, the European Commission, or private donors like George Soros—has been flooding Hungary to sway elections and public opinion. They point to 2022, when millions in foreign funds allegedly backed opposition campaigns. A 98% approval rating in a national consultation shows Hungarians want their democracy free from external puppet strings. Think about it: if foreign entities can bankroll NGOs or media to push migration, gender ideology, or pro-war narratives, that’s not just a political issue—it’s a financial one. It distorts markets, undermines local businesses, and erodes trust in homegrown institutions.

Hungary’s version, though, is tougher, with broader definitions of “influencing public life” that include advocacy, lobbying, or even critical reporting. Critics scream it’s a copy of Russia’s foreign agent law, but let’s be real: the U.S. has been policing foreign influence since 1938. Why shouldn’t Hungary? Sovereignty isn’t just a buzzword—it’s about ensuring Budapest, not Brussels or Washington, controls Hungary’s economic and political destiny.

Now, the other side’s howling that this is “Operation Starve and Strangle,” designed to crush civil society and independent media. Over 320 NGOs, including Transparency International and Human Rights Watch, penned an open letter to the EU, claiming the bill violates free speech, association, and EU laws like the free movement of capital and GDPR. They’re not wrong about the legal risks—Hungary’s 2017 transparency law was struck down by the European Court of Justice in 2020 for similar reasons. The EU’s already threatening infringement proceedings and Article 7 sanctions, which could freeze Hungary’s EU funds. That’s a big deal for a country where EU grants fuel infrastructure and growth.

But let’s zoom out. Orbán’s playing a long game ahead of the 2026 elections. He’s betting that voters, skeptical of foreign meddling, will back Fidesz’s tough stance over EU threats. Polls show he’s got a fight on his hands, with opposition gaining traction. The bill’s delay to autumn suggests internal Fidesz debates about balancing sovereignty with economic stability. For conservative investors, this is a reminder: national pride and control come with risks. Hungary’s defiance might inspire other nations, but it could also isolate Budapest economically if the EU plays hardball. Far from restricting legitimate civic activity, the bill aims to restore transparency and accountability in the political process. Just as political parties are banned from receiving foreign funds under EU rules, non-party actors should be subject to scrutiny when their operations affect public decision-making. In today’s geopolitical climate, defending sovereignty is no longer a theoretical concern—it is a practical necessity. Hungary’s new legislation sets a precedent in protecting democratic institutions from external manipulation and reaffirms the nation’s right to self-governance.

Orban Declares War on Soros Influence in Brussels

Viktor Orban has challenged Brussels with a bold list of demands. The Hungarian Prime Minister wants to remove Soros-linked agents from the European Commission. He seeks to end the influence of corrupt lobbyists in the European Parliament. Orban also demands a stop to Ukraine’s quick path to EU membership. the EU faces a threat and Orban states that Europe must regain control from globalist forces not elected by the people. Orban says these forces undermine national sovereignty. His actions show a growing divide within the EU. Some members want more central control. Others, like Orban, seek to protect national powers. The debate over who governs Europe is now at a critical point because the EU losing its national sovereignty. Viktor Orban has long criticized George Soros and his dubious network of NGOs. The EU hurts national sovereignty, attack family values and undermines Christian heritage, all under liberal democracy’s banner. So Orban posted on X, calling for “a Union, but without Ukraine. Hungary opposes Ukraine joining the EU.

Budapest views Ukraine’s bid as a disaster. They foresee economic, security, and political problems. Brussels wants to spend billions in a “black hole.” They punish members that don’t agree with their ideas. Hungary refuses to conform. They won’t bow to pressure on issues they deem vital. This stance reflects Hungary’s broader resistance. They reject the EU’s perceived overreach. Orban’s government defends its national interests. They resist what they see as harmful policies. Hungary fears a loss of identity. Concerns exist about economic stability. They believe Ukraine’s membership poses too many risks. They insist on protecting their own values and security.

Brussels is in full-blown panic mode. Orban is not just challenging the EU’s policies; he’s attacking the very heart of the globalist power structure that runs the bloc. Soros-backed organizations have operated unchecked in Eastern Europe for decades, infiltrating education, media, and policymaking under the guise of “democracy promotion.” But Orban has refused to kneel. His call to purge Soros’ influence from EU institutions is more than just political posturing, it’s a declaration of war against the foreign-backed NGO industrial complex that thrives on eroding national identities. The EU’s real fear? Hungary’s defiance could inspire others. Slovakia’s Robert Fico and Poland’s nationalist forces are already taking notes. If Orban succeeds in weakening Brussels’ control, the entire EU power structure is at risk of crumbling. The bloc, already struggling with an identity crisis, is now faced with a member state openly advocating for an alternative path, one that prioritizes national sovereignty over the dictates of unelected bureaucrats in Brussels and their billionaire financiers.

The battle lines are drawn. Will Brussels crush Hungary with legal and financial warfare? Or will Orban’s defiance spark a populist revolt against the EU’s imperial overreach? The next few months will determine whether Europe remains shackled to globalist rule or begins its glacial-speed march toward true sovereignty. Now the globalists repeat the same lie. History is turning. The future belongs to patriots and sovereign nations, not to globalist empires.

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Ursula Von Der Leyen In Serious Trouble https://ln24international.com/2025/05/15/ursula-von-der-leyen-in-serious-trouble/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ursula-von-der-leyen-in-serious-trouble https://ln24international.com/2025/05/15/ursula-von-der-leyen-in-serious-trouble/#respond Thu, 15 May 2025 10:16:40 +0000 https://ln24international.com/?p=24334 EU Court Orders Release of Pfizer Texts

In a groundbreaking ruling, the European Court of Justice has ordered the European Commission to release the private text messages between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla, after four years of secrecy and controversy surrounding a massive €35 billion vaccine deal. The EU Commission is now required to make these texts public, which allegedly contain details of the clandestine negotiations for the lucrative vaccine contract, paid for by European taxpayers. Investigations by Investigate Europe have uncovered that the cost per dose was a staggering 15 times the production cost, potentially resulting in billions of euros being overpaid. Furthermore, it has been revealed that Bourla failed to appear for his scheduled testimony before the EU Parliament in 2022, while von der Leyen’s husband holds a prominent position as Medical Director of Orgenesis, a biotech firm that receives EU funding and has a significant partnership with Pfizer. This complex web of relationships and dealings raises serious concerns about potential corruption at the highest levels of the European Union, with possible conflicts of interest that directly benefit von der Leyen’s family and may have resulted in the misappropriation of billions of euros in public funds through clandestine agreements. The situation appears to be a clear case of alleged fraud on a massive scale, and the European public is eagerly awaiting the release of the incriminating texts, which could shed light on the truth behind this scandal. As the European Union watches with bated breath, the release of these texts is expected to have significant implications for von der Leyen’s tenure and the future of the EU.

MEP Christina Anderson speaks on Pfizer Gate verdict

Ursula Von Der Leyen, we will hold you accountable: Christina Anderson

German MEP Christina Anderson reacted to the stinging rebuke to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who secretly negotiated a massive contract with Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla for 1.8 billion doses of the coronavirus vaccine, worth a staggering 35 billion euros. What’s more, these backroom deals were made not through official channels or formal documentation, but rather through casual SMS text messages exchanged between von der Leyen and Bourla. Following a recent ruling by the General Court of the European Union, it has been confirmed that von der Leyen has indeed broken the law, and now the EU Commission is being forced to make her incriminating text messages public, shedding light on the shady dealings that have sparked widespread outrage and calls for greater transparency.

EU Parliament’s shocking display of censorship

Questions have been asked in the EU Parliament but there is always a shocking display of censorship. European Union Parliament member Christine Anderson was once abruptly silenced on the floor after she boldly exposed the corrupt vaccine contracts between EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and pharmaceutical giant Pfizer. This outrageous move is a blatant attempt to stifle free speech and transparency, and it’s utterly disgusting. As Anderson’s microphone remained on until she dropped the bombshell that a parliament that covers up such corruption is equally corrupt and is robbing its people, her voice was suddenly and deliberately cut off. The moment she uttered those words, her microphone was swiftly turned off, sparking a wave of outrage. One courageous individual yelled out, demanding to hear the rest of Anderson’s statement, but his request was callously rejected, leaving many to wonder what the EU Parliament is trying to hide. Now we know what the EU Parliament was afraid of, and why they were so desperate to silence Anderson’s truth-telling voice?

€35 billion was secretly funnelled to the pharmaceutical cartel

Investigations have uncovered a complex web of deceit, revealing that a staggering €35 billion of taxpayer money was secretly funnelled into the coffers of a powerful pharmaceutical cartel, with no transparency, oversight, or accountability in place. This is not merely a scandal, but a blatant case of organized crime that has infiltrated the highest echelons of European power. Delving deeper into the heart of the matter, it becomes clear that this was not just a corrupt contract, but a meticulously coordinated operation orchestrated by the Medical Deep State – a shadowy alliance of unelected bureaucrats, pharmaceutical moguls, and globalist technocrats who have hijacked the scientific community, exploited fear, and amassed enormous profits from the masses. Ursula von der Leyen, a key player in this syndicate, has been found to be complicit in this scheme, using her position to push through policies, bypass democratic checks and balances, and channel billions of dollars into the hands of corporate giants like Pfizer, all under the guise of “public health.” A disturbing pattern of events has emerged, in which Pfizer dictated the terms, Bourla evaded testimony, Ursula sent clandestine texts, her husband’s company reaped the benefits, and millions of people were forced into compliance, silenced, coerced, vaccinated, and tracked. Remember when Ursula von der Leyen wanted to impose mandatory vaccination within the EU?

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen joined forces with Bill Gates

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen has joined forces with Bill Gates to “vaccinate 500 million children by 2030”. The organisation aims to vaccinate 500 million children in the next five years, including 50 million children with a malaria vaccine.

This is the very fabric of the Medical Deep State: a parasitic network that infiltrates governments, manipulates institutions, and exploits crises for financial gain. It silences medical professionals, censors dissenting voices, and only funds research that serves its agenda. The COVID operation was the crowning achievement of this syndicate, with Ursula von der Leyen serving as its European queenpin. However, the walls of secrecy are now crumbling, and the incriminating texts are being released, exposing the digital fingerprints of betrayal for all to see. This marks not only the end of a political career but also the beginning of a global reckoning, one that will hold the perpetrators of this massive scandal accountable for their actions. The people demand justice, and it is time for the truth to be revealed.

White House bans U.S. agencies from all work on G-20 in South Africa

The White House National Security Council has ordered U.S. agencies and departments to suspend work with the Group of 20 conference set to be hosted by South Africa this year, according to two people familiar with the matter, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to describe a government decision not yet made public. The move follows President Donald Trump’s public threats to boycott the summit over claims that White South Africans are having their land taken away by the government under a new expropriation law. The G-20 is an international forum of the world’s biggest economies and is designed to address the biggest financial issues around the globe. The Johannesburg summit is set to be held in November under the theme “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability.”

Can the G7 take charge, or is global collaboration falling apart?

The G20’s power seems to be slipping. Can the G7 still steer the world, or is teamwork between countries falling apart? The G20, which includes both rich and developing nations, was designed to tackle big global issues together. But with different countries having different goals, reaching agreements has become harder. For instance, getting everyone to agree on climate change policies is tough. If the G20 can’t lead, the spotlight shifts to the G7. This group of wealthy countries has a track record of setting the agenda. Yet, some wonder if the G7 is truly able to handle today’s complex global challenges alone. Can they get other nations to follow their lead? Or are we entering an era where countries focus more on themselves, making it difficult to solve problems that affect everyone?

The globalist agenda and the G20

The globalist agenda” tied to the G20 often comes up in debates about power, sovereignty, and who really calls the shots in the world. The G20 as a tool for pushing policies that erode borders, prioritize corporate interests, and centralize control under the guise of international cooperation. At its core, the G20 is about coordinating the world’s biggest economies—think US, China, EU, India, and others—to manage global systems like trade, finance, and climate. That mission naturally leans toward interconnectedness: open markets, harmonized regulations, and collective action. For supporters, this is just pragmatic economies don’t exist in a vacuum, and problems like pandemics or recessions don’t respect borders. But in actuality, it’s a stepping stone to something more sinister: a world where national identity and autonomy get swallowed by a borderless, elite-driven system. Let’s look at G20’s economic playbook. Since its post-2008 financial crisis glow-up, it’s championed free trade, deregulation, and global supply chains. Look at the 2016 Hangzhou Summit under China’s watch—it pushed hard for “inclusive globalization,” doubling down on cross-border investment and digital trade. Critics say this just hands more power to multinational corporations and technocrats, who rake in profits while local industries in smaller nations—or even G20 members like Argentina—get hollowed out. The G20’s own data backs this up indirectly: its members account for 80% of world trade, but the benefits skew toward the top dogs, leaving others scrambling for crumbs. Then there’s the climate angle, a favourite target of the globalist-label crowd. The G20’s been loud about “sustainable development”—think the 2021 Rome Summit’s net-zero pledges or the 2023 New Delhi push for green tech. This is a Trojan horse: centralized control over energy and resources, enforced by unelected bodies like the IMF or World Bank, which often tag along in G20 discussions. The counterargument is that climate change is a global mess needing global fixes but look at the fine print—carbon taxes or trade rules that hit poorer nations hardest while letting big emitters like China or the US off the hook with loopholes.

The G20 isn’t about sovereign nations

The inclusion of supranational players like the EU and, since 2023, the African Union, stirs the pot further. This proves the G20 isn’t about sovereign nations but about building a framework for regional blocs—eventually into one-world governance. Add in the guest list—heads of the UN, WTO, OECD and the WEF—and it’s easy to see the makings of a cabal. The G20’s own statements don’t hide this: the 2022 Bali Summit called for “multilateral reform” to “strengthen global governance.” That’s code for chipping away at national control.

The WEF Globalist Agenda drives the G20

The G20’s decisions aren’t binding, but its soft power is real—think peer pressure with trillion-dollar stakes. When it nudges policies like digital currencies (a hot topic in 2025 with India’s pilot and China’s e-yuan) or vaccine passports (post-COVID), you can see the globalist endgame: centralized surveillance and economic dependence. The 2019 Osaka Summit’s focus on “data free flow with trust” got tech giants salivating, but it also sparked fears of a world where citizens answer to algorithms over parliaments. With 19 countries plus a couple of unions calling shots for 8 billion people, the G20’s push for integration—trade, climate, tech—feel like a top-down power grab. That’s the rub: it doesn’t need a shadowy handshake to look like a globalist machine—it just has to keep doing what it’s designed to do.

Is the G20 simply another globalist climate cult group?

One could say the G20 is simply another globalist climate cult group. They push a radical climate agenda. They want to control every aspect of our lives. They demand we give up our freedom. This group has no real authority. It represents an attack on national sovereignty. We should refuse to fund this organization. Every dollar given empowers their destructive plans. They will use our money to push their harmful ideas. We must resist their influence. When you rope in their clandestine meetings under the guise of global welfare are mere facades for their true intentions. The WEF and the G20 weave a web of influence that stretches across continents, manipulating policies and economies to serve their own insidious purposes. Behind closed doors, a sinister plan unfolds, designed to shape the world according to their malevolent vision. But as the shadows of their agenda lengthen, whispers of resistance grow louder, challenging the darkness that threatens to engulf the nations.

Written By Tatenda Belle Panashe

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