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Well, Iran and their allies' response may happen sometime this week and apparently they aren't talking to the US in order to negotiate how and where they will hit Israel (and Shoigu arrived in Tehran rather auspiciously), the Bangladeshi government just fell, F16s have been given to Ukraine, there are fascist riots in the UK, and Japan just had its worst stock fall since 1987 and seems to be taking several other countries/corporations with it. I don't really know where to look right now.


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[–] [email protected] 44 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago) (5 children)

I don't think tonight's the night but a few of these signs make me think we are getting very close. Sun now rising in Iran.

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[–] [email protected] 44 points 9 months ago (1 children)

A good article on the security measures in Venezuela's election. It includes details of the anti-fraud and cryptographic measures, some thoughts on the potential nature of the cyberattacks, and why the CNE and PSUV have delayed publishing their tallies.

Venezuelaanalysis - Luigino Bracci Roa - August 5, 2024 - Cybersecurity Expert on Fraud Claims and Voting Safeguards in Venezuela’s Presidential Election

I thought that this was in particular interesting in explaining the electoral court's involvement:

Why doesn’t the PSUV publish its tally sheets?

Another frequently asked question is: If María Corina Machado’s team has published 24,000 tally sheets (or 9,000 according to Jorge Rodríguez), why doesn’t the United Socialist Party (PSUV) publish its own tally sheets to back up the results? It is worth noting that the PSUV has done this in the past, for example after the 2013 elections.

A PSUV source, an expert in legal matters who requested not to be named, shared the following information:

They explained that the PSUV had witnesses at all polling stations across the country (about 30,000), and therefore has all the issued tally sheets. In contrast, González’s team had witnesses at only 30 or 35 percent of all polling stations (Vente Venezuela claims to have tally sheets from 80% of the stations, around 24,000, but Jorge Rodríguez said in a press conference last Friday that they only had 9,000 tally sheets).

The PSUV suspects that the opposition might be falsifying the tally sheets, a claim that Rodríguez and Diosdado Cabello have publicly made in recent days.

Thus, according to the confidential answer provided, the PSUV plans to go to the Electoral Chamber of the Supreme Court of Justice, submit all the tally sheets, and wait for the opposition to do the same. The TSJ will use the CNE’s authentication mechanisms to determine which set is genuine.

There is concern that if the PSUV publishes its records on a website without first having them certified by the TSJ, the opposition might obtain and use them (especially those they do not have) to create or falsify tally sheets (facsimiles), potentially generating media noise or sowing doubts.

The fact that González did not appear before the Electoral Chamber last Friday raises many questions. If they have the evidence, why not challenge the elections before the appropriate body? Are they willing to have their election evidence verified?

On the other hand, Professor Theoktisto reminded us that, legally speaking, the valid tally sheet is the electronic record transmitted by the voting machine to the tallying center. “By law, the valid tally sheet is the digital package, electronically signed with the various encryption schemes used to protect both the security and authenticity of the data and its transmission.”

The first printed tally sheet, which is placed in an envelope and sent to the CNE, is also important, although it serves as a physical backup to the electronic tally sheet. The copies held by political parties are merely backups and have no legal standing unless there is a challenge to the election.

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[–] [email protected] 44 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago) (4 children)

1: Cori should probably run for city council or smth if she wants to keep a bit of relevance and work that up into becoming mayor (or even getting her old seat back if we’re being ambitious)

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Tim Walz is a Warren Zevon listener holy shit Kamala thank you so much for picking him (NOT AN ENDORSEMENT IM JUST GLAD HE HAS GOOD TASTE)

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[–] [email protected] 44 points 9 months ago (2 children)

Nasrallah's speech:

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Among the believers are men true to what they promised Allah. Among them is he who has fulfilled his vow [to the death], and among them is he who awaits [his chance]. And they did not alter [the terms of their commitment] by any alteration.

Today, we are gathered to commemorate a man who has fulfilled his promise to God. I must point out that the enemy may continue to conduct sonic booms above Beirut's Southern Suburb throughout the ceremony and speech, and if they did, we will respond with the appropriate slogans. I send my condolences and congratulations over the martyrdom of the martyrs of today and the past couple of days, many of whom are sons and grandsons of Hezbollah cadres and leaders who are of the founding generation. The martyrdom of these young men is proof that these men were raised on the path of their fathers that they continued on and proof that murdering our leaders never weakens us.

Sayyed Mohsen was one of the leaders of the founding generation of Hezbollah. This generation consisted of leaders, elite fighters, fighters...Sayyed Mohsen was one of the leaders. Sayyed Mohsen started off transporting weapons, and took on many responsibilities, reaching the position of building and developing the capabilities of the Resistance. I wanted to talk about some details, but the benefit probably lies in concealing them as they may benefit the enemy. Sayyed Fouad was directly responsible in the self-sacrificing martyrdom operations; planning, executing, preparing, rigging with explosives... Sayyed Mohsen was a teacher who prepared fighters. He was very influential and extremely intelligent and knowledgeable. He could discuss any topic from a position of knowledge and expertise. Sayyed Mohsen proposed ideas that would dazzle us all. Sayyed Mohsen's mind was always present. He was very honest & transparent & never deceitful. He would present a problem & offer a number of solutions for it. We would tell him, "Sayyed, we are concerned with this area. You are thinking of the entire region!" When Sayyed Mohsen wanted to explain an idea, he would speak extensively and eloquently. He could explain for hours and hours without the need for even a piece of paper.

We admit that this assassination has pained us and that our loss is great. Sayyed Mohsen, just as the martyred commanders, was a firm mountain you could lean on. However, this martyrdom will not make us waver, and our operations are evidence of that. Every time the brothers conduct an operation, the enemy says that it is part of the response to the assassination of Sayyed Mohsen. But then the brothers stress again that, no, this is just part of the normal course of our operations. The loss of leader Haniyeh is also a grave loss that has undoubtedly pained us deeply. However, despite our pain and sorrow, it does not pressure us or halt the continuous operations of the Resistance Axis, and this was also proved in the recent days. The capabilities and plans that Sayyed Mohsen had set are only developing more, and the persistence of the Resistance only increased as you have seen in the operations conducted. Sayyed Mohsen did not leave the operation room for 33 days during the 2006 war, and since the first day of this war, he was present, managing and planning...until his martyrdom.

Recent statements from the occupation entity hint at what Netanyahu's government's goals are. One of major ministers said that they don't have a problem starving 2 million Palestinians to death, but the world won't allow it, although the world is allowing it. There is an "israeli" consensus on rejecting the establishment of a Palestinian state, regardless of its nature; the very idea of ​​a Palestinian state is rejected. This is an important development for those who are still betting on the negotiation path. The central arena of battle today is Palestine; the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, in addition to the support fronts. Netanyahu does not want a ceasefire nor ending the war, which he insists on in all negotiations. His aim is to subjugate Gaza and, and he rejects the establishment of a Palestinian state even in Gaza. The West Bank is being bombed by warplanes and drones, and the plan there is to expand settlements and displace the Palestinians towards Jordan and officially annex it. We are facing a real threat of "israel" taking over the region.

The level of American hypocrisy we are witnessing today is unprecedented. All claims of the US supporting the establishment of a Palestinian state are nothing but lies, otherwise, why does the US veto every resolution in the UN? No benefits were gained across the past 31 years since the Oslo Accords, and the "israelis" have been breaking every condition of this agreement recently. The Americans lie and lie about their dissatisfaction with Netanyahu and their claims of pressuring him: they are supplying "israel" with the 500 kg and 1 ton bombs they claimed they were preventing "israel" from obtaining to "pressure them." The "israelis" are terrified of the Iranian response and appeal for help from the US and the West, just as they were before with the first Iranian operation in April. Who defended "israel" back then? The US along with some European and Arab governments. The "israeli" army that fought the most powerful armies of the region in 1967 and 1973 is now terrified of Iran and Hezbollah's responses and appeals to the world for help. "israeli" might is no more. The Americans only started to bring up the Palestinian cause again after being subject to intense pressure with the student protests and the scenes of the massacres in Gaza. However, these statements are mere theatrics.

"israel" today, in the midst of their highest state of alert, failed to intercept our drones that reached East Akka! In such a state, they should intercept these drones the moment they take off in the skies of South Lebanon! The ongoing battle will change the face of our region which faces real threats today. Al-Aqsa Mosque is in real danger. If, God-forbid, the Resistance in Gaza is defeated, & this won't happen, but I am proposing all theories, all sanctities will be of the past.

The enemy is in a very difficult position. The escalation of operations in the West Bank, reverse migration, and severe losses on many levels trouble the entity further. For that, this troubled entity is crossing all red lines. On the other hand, we do not fight aimlessly or mindlessly. Our battle is a battle of purpose. We have a cause that will triumph in the end. For that, every honorable human must join the fight to shatter all "israeli" hopes of erasing the Palestinian cause. I call on the Resistance in Gaza and the West Bank, especially as we are brothers in Jihad and blood, to fight with more resilience and resolve. I call on them to remain steadfast. I call on the supoort fronts to continue their supportive operations as they have done across the past months. & in this context, Iran & Syria were not required to join the battle in any different form, especially since Syria still faces the terrorist threat. I call on the Lebanese people to understand the scope of the ongoing battle and the threats it poses. If you choose not to support the Resistance, then I at least ask you not to betray it. The Resistance will not exploit any victory it makes against Lebanon in domestic affairs. So, do not fear its victory. You must fear the enemy’s victory and realize the extent of the dangers of what is happening in the region. The "israelis" have the goal of turning Jordan into the substitute homeland of the Palestinians. This is even a threat against the current Jordanian authorities. And so, I call on the Arab and Muslim nations once more to look into their stances again. All the nations of the region are under this threat which cannot be faced in any way except by fighting back and standing up to this enemy. This is a religious and humanitarian obligation.

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[–] [email protected] 44 points 9 months ago (6 children)

Why does Trump think Harris/walz is “radical”? lol like what about fucking Kamala Harris is “radical”?

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[–] [email protected] 43 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago) (2 children)

Venezuela's post-electoral tensions have also spilled beyond its borders, w/ the leftist Brazil+Colombia+Mexico governments allegedly assuming a mediation role. Lula's foreign policy strongman Celso Amorim said the delay in the publication of results is "regrettable" but that he doesn't trust the parallel tallies published by the opposition

In an interview with Globo, Celso Amorim, Chief Advisor to the Brazilian President on Foreign Relations, said "I don't trust the ballot information supplied by the Venezuelan opposition."

Supreme Court hearings continue this morning, with candidates and party representatives answering questions and submitting eventual evidence of the recent electoral process. It has declared a 15-day process.

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[–] [email protected] 43 points 9 months ago (2 children)

Russia Launches Anti-terrorist Measures in Three Regions Under Ukrainian Attack

These measures are enacted to protect citizens and prevent potential terrorist acts. On Saturday, the Russian National Anti-Terrorism Committee (NAC) initiated a counterterrorism operation (CTO) regime across the Belgorod, Bryansk, and Kursk regions in response to recent security threats.

Article

The move comes after a Ukrainian attack in the Kursk region, which has resulted in civilian casualties and the destruction of residential buildings and other civilian infrastructure.

The NAC emphasized that the CTO’s legal framework includes the implementation of necessary measures and temporary restrictions under Article 11 of the Federal Law “On Combating Terrorism.”

These measures are aimed at ensuring the safety of the population, maintaining public order, and enhancing the protection of critical infrastructure.

The text reads, “Chebekino, Belgorod region, Russia. A Ukrainian drone deliberately attacks a civilian building and enters an apartment with an open window. The 75-year-old woman who lived there died in the explosion.” Meanwhile, Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko informed that twelve people are in critical condition following a large-scale Ukrainian assault on Russia’s Kursk region that began on Tuesday.

“55 people, including 8 children, are receiving inpatient treatment following shelling by Ukraine in the Kursk region,” he said and mentioned that 20 victims, including 2 children received outpatient care, adding that medical teams continued to work in the region and all victims were receiving the necessary medical assistance.

Russia declared a state of emergency in the Kursk region due to the tense situation there. The Defense Ministry said that a military operation to defeat the Ukrainian forces in Kursk was ongoing. The Ukrainian side lost 945 troops and 102 military vehicles since the start of the incursion.

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[–] [email protected] 43 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago) (6 children)

I'm surprised that Walz got the nod. I really thought it was going to Shapiro to reassure AIPAC and the Israel lobby that Kamala wasn't got to rock the boat on that front (the same reason that Biden was picked in '08). It doesn't mean that she's changing anything about the Biden policy, I am sure some zionists are freaking out regardless.

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[–] [email protected] 43 points 9 months ago (1 children)

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today said his party will send a letter to the United Nations calling for a probe into the "genocide" carried out by the Awami League government and forces on protesters "prior to the victory" on August 5.

Maybe he should take a good look in the mirror. 'Genocide' my ass, it was just regular state repression, he is devaluing the word. There is a whole Wiki article dedicated to military coups in Bangladesh.

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[–] [email protected] 43 points 9 months ago

Senegalese president proves to be neocolonial stooge:
https://xcancel.com/african_stream/status/1820434160428655073

SENEGALESE PAN-AFRICANISTS DEMAND FRENCH MILITARY EXPULSION

Senegalese organisers from dozens of Pan-African groups demanded that newly elected President Bassirou Diomaye Faye expel the French military from Senegalese soil.

A few days later, on 14 July, Diomaye Faye said to the media, ‘I do not think there is any need today, whoever the partner may be, to go in the direction of brutal ruptures.’ This is a significant blow for Pan-Africanists and Diomaye Faye’s young working-class base.

While there was initially much hope that the new president would join his revolutionary neighbours’ Alliance of Sahel States (AES) confederation, Diomaye Faye instead visited the conservative neo-colonial governments of Ivory Coast, Nigeria and Ghana to meet their presidents in his first few months in office. Then, the 44-year-old’s first visit outside the African continent occurred in Paris, where he met with French President Emmanuel Macron.

When Diomaye Faye finally made his way to Burkina Faso, he asked President Ibrahim Traoré to abandon the AES project and rejoin the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

The organisations behind this recent memorandum addressed to Diomaye Faye include Urgences Panafricanistes (@urgences_panafricanistes), Africa First, Jif’Afrik (@jifafrik), La Ligue Panafricaine Umoja (@liguepanafricaineumoja), Sénégal Notre Priorité (@senegalnotrepriorite) and others.

[–] [email protected] 43 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago)

Reports of clashes breaking out across the Euphrates river between SDF & "Iranian backed" militants after a buildup that occurred over the last few days. Town of Dhiban.

[–] [email protected] 43 points 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago)

help my country lacks the means of production to engage in warfare and our military industry just bought a ~~munitions factory~~ engineering firm thousands of miles away in a country currently arguing to the UN that we are engaged in genocide, someone please help me budget for proxy wars in ukraine

PARIS – Germany’s Rheinmetall is boosting its plant-engineering business to meet growing demand for ammunition factories, with an agreement to buy a majority stake in the South African engineering firm Resonant Holdings for an undisclosed price.

Rheinmetall will own 51% of a new joint venture, with current Resonant shareholders holding the remainder, the defense company said in a statement late Friday. Resonant employs around 150 people and will add expertise in building chemical and explosives plants, with annual sales potential for the new company of more than €100 million (U.S. $109 million), Rheinmetall said.

edit: not a munitions factory, an engineering firm... made this post while some dicknose was shouting at me over the phone because I love my job

[–] [email protected] 43 points 9 months ago (2 children)

How are Russians reacting to this offensive?

[–] [email protected] 43 points 9 months ago

They're taking offense

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