WHO is Still Investing More in Pandemics

Plus: Russia's alternative to SWIFT; the spying Chinese balloon was fake news; US militarism is eyeing China; Russell Brand censorship driven by leader of Britain's psychological warfare division; Missouri vs. Biden case exposing lots of censorship by government and Big Tech.

Here are summaries of the top parapolitical stories from yesterday , September 21, 2023:

+ WHO welcomes historic commitment by world leaders for greater collaboration, governance and investment to prevent, prepare for and respond to future pandemics

The WHO celebrates the creation of a globally-adopted commitment to prepare for future pandemics, seeking to mitigate their socioeconomic impact. Leaders pledged to strengthen international cooperation, governance, and financial support, emphasising the role of the WHO as the international health authority. The commitment aims to foster health system resilience, promote equitable healthcare, and counter misinformation. To achieve these goals, leaders propose measures such as a Pandemic Accord, amendments to the International Health Regulations, and increasing public health education. Notably, eleven countries voted against this initiative. Emphasis will also be placed on investing in WHO's ability to address future pandemic threats.

+ Russia's banking system has SWIFT alternative ready

"The digital ruble—the Bank of Russia's CBDC—is seen as crucial for Russia to circumvent Western sanctions. Of note, it's not merely popular opinion, but experts like Lucien Cerise stress its importance as a SWIFT alternative, deeming it a necessity for Russia's survival. Simplicius the Thinker backed this, asserting that the digital ruble could counter Western sanctions effectively. Despite Russia's existing SPFS, introduced in 2014, the digital ruble's inception in 2020 offered a more substantial solution, its significance resonating among the public, intellectuals, and politicians alike."

+ Chinese balloon was not spying, US gov't admits months after manufactured crisis

The US government has acknowledged the apolitical nature of a Chinese balloon that entered US territory in February 2023, debunking previous claims that it was a spying device. General Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, admitted that a high-confidence intelligence assessment found no evidence of spying by the balloon, affirming CBS News' report that the balloon's sensors weren't activated while over the US. This statement aligns with the Pentagon's June admission, where they also mentioned the balloon had intelligence gathering capabilities but did not collect data during its transit. The initial scandal, which was repudiated by this series of bombshells, exploited a weather accident to portray China as a significant threat, ushering in a new Cold War narrative.

+ Michael Brenner: Defeat

The United States is being defeated militarily and strategically in Ukraine, repeating patterns from Vietnam, Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria, writes Michael Brenner. He contends that U.S. has lost sight of reality, failing to understand that military victories don't always translate to strategic wins. For Brenner, America's emphasis on territorial control is misguided considering Russia’s approach on destroying enemy forces. This, along with the slow decrease in weapon supplies from the West, has set Ukraine up for military failure. Despite these setbacks, Brenner warns against America’s cultivated amnesia. Skipping from one military engagement to another without learning from past defeats, the U.S. now sets its sights on China, potentially igniting a catastrophic conflict.

+ Intel-linked UK official pushing censorship of Russell Brand

Comedian Russell Brand's YouTube channel was demonetized due to unproven allegations of sexual misconduct, an action driven by former British Government minister Caroline Dinenage and her husband, deputy commander of Britain’s psychological warfare division, the 77th Brigade. This marks the first time a content creator's off-platform behavior has been financially penalized. Brand's political analyses have gained millions of followers, and he's seen as a threat to narratives by Washington and London. Dinenage's request to censor Brand seems to align with the British Government's trend of silencing criticism, evident during her time leading the UK's Culture, Media and Sport Committee and her involvement in the censorship-threatening Online Safety Bill.

+ Missouri v. Biden: Massive “Whole-Of-Government” Illegal Censorship Conspiracy Exposed

Investigative findings show an expansive conspiracy involving the US government and tech giants to censor free speech, alleges Dr. Joseph Mercola. Documents uncovered in the 'Missouri v. Biden' case reveal hundreds of federal employees from a dozen agencies engaged in unconstitutional censorship, collaborating with notable tech players. However, following a recent injunction, federal agencies and Biden administration officials are now prohibited from influencing social media companies to limit free speech. The court ruling upholds this decision, denouncing the government's authoritarian conduct as violating the First Amendment. Despite the landmark victory, loopholes that could allow continued censorship have been identified, underscoring the ongoing battle for free speech.

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