southfront--2020-04-30--Belarus Buys Discounted Saudi Oil As It Further Reduces Imports From Russia

Belarus bought its first batch of 80,000 tons of crude oil from the state-owned oil company Saudi Aramco , Belneftekhim spokesman Alexander Tishchenko said .
A tanker with Arabian crude oil is expected in the port of Klaipeda , Lithuania on May 11th .
The concern also did not rule out that oil purchases from Saudi Arabia could be continued in the future , it would depend on “ the pricing environment and the market situation.
” Back in February , Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko announced that Minsk was in talks with various countries to diversify oil imports into the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , United Arab Emirates , Norway , Azerbaijan , Kazakhstan and others .
In addition , oil deliveries in the Baltic via Gdansk were announced via one of the lines of the Druzhba oil pipeline in reverse mode .
In April , the supply crude oil via tankers to the country amounted to 170,000 tons .
The unloading ports are Ukrainian Odessa and Lithuanian Klaipeda .
These volumes , of course , are small , however , experts say that today ’ s alternative deliveries are a “ trial balloon ” in anticipation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reportedly , plans to reduce the share of Russian crude oil exports to only 30-40 % , and the remaining crude would be supplied through Ukraine and Lithuania .
Belneftekhim announced that in May Belarusian oil refineries will reduce oil imports from Russia to 1.13 million tons ( compared to 1.56 million tons in April ) .
Between January-March , Russia didn ’ t deliver any oil to Belarus , since the two countries couldn ’ t agree on terms of delivery and prices .
Regular deliveries continued in April .
The Minister @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Alexander Novak , earlier stressed that Russian companies are ready in May to deliver oil to Belarus in the originally provided volume – that is , 2 million tons .
That is evidently not going to happen .
All of this means that Saudi Arabia is continuing its oil price war , by flooding the European and Asian markets with heavily discounted crude oil , thus making it unfeasible to purchase oil from Russia , and other sellers .
Meanwhile , Russian oil and gas exports face difficulties with Ukraine , as the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ complicated .
Ukrainian company Naftogaz received a net profit of $ 2.3 billion for 2019 .
Compared to 2018 , profit grew by $ 1.9 billion , or 5.5 times .
Net cash generated from operating activities amounted to 110 billion hryvnia ( about $ 4 billion ) .
This amount includes 55.7 billion hryvnias ( about $ 2 billion ) of compensation following a positive decision in arbitration under a transit contract , net of income tax .
Before tax , the amount of compensation received amounted to $ 2.9 billion , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the company ’ s profit came from Gazprom paying it the settlement .
Ukraine also suggested that Russia should store gas in Ukraine .
The Director General of the Ukrainian gas transmission system operator ( which has been carrying out the transit of Russian gas to Europe since January 1st , 2020 ) Sergey Makogon suggested that Gazprom lease part of the capacities of Ukrainian underground gas storage facilities ( UGS ) for injecting surplus gas .
According to a new contract concluded at the end of 2019 , the Russian company @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of gas to Europe through Ukraine in 2020 , or 178 million cubic meters per day .
The parties agreed that even if transit would be less , Gazprom should still pay for these minimum capacities for pumping gas .
Therefore , it makes sense to consider the appropriateness of using all the paid capacity for importing gas to Ukraine , part of the volume can be given for transit , and the remainder can be brought into storage , he added .
According to the head of the Ukrainian gas transportation system @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the EU grows , Gazprom will be able to pick up gas from underground storage facilities and send it to the EU .
For this , the company needs to sign a standard storage agreement at the rates of the Ukrainian regulator – about $ 10 per storage cycle of 1 thousand cubic meters .
m of gas .
The gas storage cycle in the UGSF includes the cost of three processes – injection , storage and , usually gas is pumped into storage from April to October , and taken in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Gazprom needs to pay for larger amounts than it actually transits , and this , in no small part is a result of the epic drop in demand for not only crude oil , but all other types of energy .
At the same time , Ukraine continues its course of proving it is not a loyal business partner , as Gazprom has paid the settlement in full and carries out its obligations , while Ukraine offers no quarter and would ask for even more funds in the case it stores Russian natural @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • “ We Are Moving Into The End-Game ” : 27 Tankers Anchored Off California , Hundreds Off Singapore As Oil Industry Shuts Down • The Cushing Terminal And U.S Oil Storage Woes • U.S. And Russian Economies Shrink , As China Invests Heavily In Infrastructure

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Belarus bought its first batch of 80,000 tons of crude oil from the state-owned oil company Saudi Aramco, Belneftekhim spokesman Alexander Tishchenko said.
A tanker with Arabian crude oil is expected in the port of Klaipeda, Lithuania on May 11th.
The concern also did not rule out that oil purchases from Saudi Arabia could be continued in the future, it would depend on “the pricing environment and the market situation.”
Back in February, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko announced that Minsk was in talks with various countries to diversify oil imports into the country, including with the United States, United Arab Emirates, Norway, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and others.
In addition, oil deliveries in the Baltic via Gdansk were announced via one of the lines of the Druzhba oil pipeline in reverse mode.
In April, the supply crude oil via tankers to the country amounted to 170,000 tons. The unloading ports are Ukrainian Odessa and Lithuanian Klaipeda.
These volumes, of course, are small, however, experts say that today’s alternative deliveries are a “trial balloon” in anticipation of larger-scale diversification steps.
Lukashenko, reportedly, plans to reduce the share of Russian crude oil exports to only 30-40%, and the remaining crude would be supplied through Ukraine and Lithuania.
Belneftekhim announced that in May Belarusian oil refineries will reduce oil imports from Russia to 1.13 million tons (compared to 1.56 million tons in April).
“In April, Belarus, as planned, received about 2 million tons of oil, 1.56 million tons of which are Russian deliveries via pipe and rail. The remaining volume is tanker deliveries and own production. In May, plans for deliveries from Russia were confirmed at 1.13 million tons,” Tishchenko said.
Between January-March, Russia didn’t deliver any oil to Belarus, since the two countries couldn’t agree on terms of delivery and prices. Regular deliveries continued in April.
The Minister of Energy of the Russian Federation, Alexander Novak, earlier stressed that Russian companies are ready in May to deliver oil to Belarus in the originally provided volume – that is, 2 million tons. That is evidently not going to happen.
All of this means that Saudi Arabia is continuing its oil price war, by flooding the European and Asian markets with heavily discounted crude oil, thus making it unfeasible to purchase oil from Russia, and other sellers.
Meanwhile, Russian oil and gas exports face difficulties with Ukraine, as the situation between Gazprom and Naftogaz continues being complicated.
Ukrainian company Naftogaz received a net profit of $ 2.3 billion for 2019. Compared to 2018, profit grew by $ 1.9 billion, or 5.5 times.
Net cash generated from operating activities amounted to 110 billion hryvnia (about $ 4 billion). This amount includes 55.7 billion hryvnias (about $ 2 billion) of compensation following a positive decision in arbitration under a transit contract, net of income tax. Before tax, the amount of compensation received amounted to $2.9 billion, the company said. Essentially, all of the company’s profit came from Gazprom paying it the settlement.
Ukraine also suggested that Russia should store gas in Ukraine.
The Director General of the Ukrainian gas transmission system operator (which has been carrying out the transit of Russian gas to Europe since January 1st, 2020) Sergey Makogon suggested that Gazprom lease part of the capacities of Ukrainian underground gas storage facilities (UGS) for injecting surplus gas.
“I think this year 10 billion cubic meters will be available for injection. m of gas from 31 billion cubic meters. m of total capacity [Ukrainian underground gas storages]. Gazprom can also store gas in Ukrainian underground gas storage facilities,” he said in an interview with RBC.
According to a new contract concluded at the end of 2019, the Russian company is to deliver 65 billion cubic meters of gas to Europe through Ukraine in 2020, or 178 million cubic meters per day.
The parties agreed that even if transit would be less, Gazprom should still pay for these minimum capacities for pumping gas.
“Already, the company does not fully use the paid transit capacities – out of 178 million cubic meters per day, only an average of 150 million cubic meters is used. That is 28 million cubic meters. m per day is paid, but not used,” Makogon said.
Therefore, it makes sense to consider the appropriateness of using all the paid capacity for importing gas to Ukraine, part of the volume can be given for transit, and the remainder can be brought into storage, he added.
According to the head of the Ukrainian gas transportation system operator, in winter, when demand in the EU grows, Gazprom will be able to pick up gas from underground storage facilities and send it to the EU.
For this, the company needs to sign a standard storage agreement at the rates of the Ukrainian regulator – about $ 10 per storage cycle of 1 thousand cubic meters. m of gas. The gas storage cycle in the UGSF includes the cost of three processes – injection, storage and, usually gas is pumped into storage from April to October, and taken in winter.
The situation is such that Gazprom needs to pay for larger amounts than it actually transits, and this, in no small part is a result of the epic drop in demand for not only crude oil, but all other types of energy.
“Ukrainian UGS facilities are 3-5 times cheaper than European ones, therefore there is demand and economic feasibility,” Makogon emphasized, adding that Ukraine is open for negotiations.
At the same time, Ukraine continues its course of proving it is not a loyal business partner, as Gazprom has paid the settlement in full and carries out its obligations, while Ukraine offers no quarter and would ask for even more funds in the case it stores Russian natural gas.
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southfront--2020-04-30--Russians In Libya More Dangerous Than ISIS: Washington Examiner Report

On April 27th , Libya National Army commander Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar announced that the country is to be led by the military .
Among other repercussions , U.S. mainstream media discovered the greatest one – this could give Russia “ the upper hand , ” if Haftar ’ s forces take control of the country ’ s oil-rich Eastern part .
Since Moammar Gaddafi was killed in 2011 , and then the UN-supported Government of National Accord has been left enforcing its power through employing various militant groups , the Libyan National Army was the only one purging terrorist @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and returning normality to Libyans ’ lives .
Of course , Haftar couldn ’ t have achieved any of this without the help of the mythical Russian Wagner PMC .
“ They ’ re acting out on U.S. strategic interests in North Africa , but at the same time , doing it at a low cost , and if they mess up , then the Kremlin has plausible deniability , ” an anonymous defense official told the Washington Examiner .
“ They are likely banking on that if they come out on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have access to lucrative port and mineral extraction deals , as well as have influence over a future government of Libya , ” he added .
If Haftar was successful , Russia could allegedly benefit from a “ whole host of economic and geopolitical advantages , ” according to an unnamed senior defense official .
“ It ’ s really about access in Libya for Russia , having access to the ports , to the oil , having a reason to be in the Eastern Med.
, ” the official told the Washington @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Russia , we have to be specific that it ’ s really the military contractors from Russia , the Wagner Group are there , and it ’ s really not the Russian government , the Russian military , that is in Libya , ” he clarified .
“ When Russia is pressed by the United Nations on their influence and impact in Libya , they ’ re quick to say that they are not really present there.
” Ever since US African Command pulled its presence from Libya back in April 2019 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there .
This is the opinion of Kimberly Marten , chairwoman of the political science department at Barnard College .
According to her Wagner is training military personnel , but could also be protecting oil fields .
The mythical PMC has been active in Libya since at least 2018 , according to anonymous claims .
There are even reports that in late 2019 , Saudi Arabia funded more than 2,000 Wagner mercenaries to take and capture Tripoli , but it failed .
US leaving Libya was harmful to its interests in the region @ @ @ @ @ @ @ military presence in Libya , I mean , in a partner-building capacity or whatever , that does put us really far behind , ” the senior defense official said .
“ From a military perspective , going back in would allow us to be engaged in training , as well as some U.S. influence on the activities within the government of Libya , as well as allows us to keep track of ISIS Libya and other groups.
” The senior defense official said that Russia ’ s presence in Libya is even more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remnants operating in the south of the country .
With Russia supporting Haftar ’ s forces in eastern Libya and the U.S. supporting the U.N. recognized government in Tripoli , a military conflict between the U.S. and a thinly veiled Russian force depends on one man .
So , yes , the underlying issue in Libya was discovered , the legendary Wagner PMC and Russia is , once again , the most dangerous party , far surpassing ISIS terrorists who carry out frequent attacks on civilians and troops alike .
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On April 27th, Libya National Army commander Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar announced that the country is to be led by the military.
Among other repercussions, U.S. mainstream media discovered the greatest one – this could give Russia “the upper hand,” if Haftar’s forces take control of the country’s oil-rich Eastern part.
Since Moammar Gaddafi was killed in 2011, and then the UN-supported Government of National Accord has been left enforcing its power through employing various militant groups, the Libyan National Army was the only one purging terrorist elements from various settlements throughout the country and returning normality to Libyans’ lives.
Of course, Haftar couldn’t have achieved any of this without the help of the mythical Russian Wagner PMC.
“They’re acting out on U.S. strategic interests in North Africa, but at the same time, doing it at a low cost, and if they mess up, then the Kremlin has plausible deniability,” an anonymous defense official told the Washington Examiner. “They are likely banking on that if they come out on the winning side, that they’ll have access to lucrative port and mineral extraction deals, as well as have influence over a future government of Libya,” he added.
If Haftar was successful, Russia could allegedly benefit from a “whole host of economic and geopolitical advantages,” according to an unnamed senior defense official.
“It’s really about access in Libya for Russia, having access to the ports, to the oil, having a reason to be in the Eastern Med.,” the official told the Washington Examiner. “When we talk about Russia, we have to be specific that it’s really the military contractors from Russia, the Wagner Group are there, and it’s really not the Russian government, the Russian military, that is in Libya,” he clarified. “When Russia is pressed by the United Nations on their influence and impact in Libya, they’re quick to say that they are not really present there.”
Ever since US African Command pulled its presence from Libya back in April 2019, Russia has been allegedly strengthening its presence there.
This is the opinion of Kimberly Marten, chairwoman of the political science department at Barnard College.
“There have been reports that they are people who are sharpshooters,” she said of the elite Wagner mercenaries operating on behalf of Haftar in Libya. “[They] have really been the pointy end of the stick, making a big difference in what Haftar is able to do.”
According to her Wagner is training military personnel, but could also be protecting oil fields.
“Libya is certainly a source of a lot of oil. A lot of that oil is located in locations where Haftar’s troops are based,” she said. “So, if we’re looking at an underlying Russian economic interest, it may end up being similar to what appears to be the underlying economic interest in Syria. It’s petroleum.”
The mythical PMC has been active in Libya since at least 2018, according to anonymous claims. There are even reports that in late 2019, Saudi Arabia funded more than 2,000 Wagner mercenaries to take and capture Tripoli, but it failed.
US leaving Libya was harmful to its interests in the region.
“By us not having a military presence in Libya, I mean, in a partner-building capacity or whatever, that does put us really far behind,” the senior defense official said. “From a military perspective, going back in would allow us to be engaged in training, as well as some U.S. influence on the activities within the government of Libya, as well as allows us to keep track of ISIS Libya and other groups.”
The senior defense official said that Russia’s presence in Libya is even more dangerous than the threat posed by ISIS remnants operating in the south of the country.
“We believe that there will be a need in the future, an opportunity for us to get back into Libya again, but it’s a little difficult to answer that given the current crisis ongoing there and uncertainties that we’re seeing in Libya,” he said.
With Russia supporting Haftar’s forces in eastern Libya and the U.S. supporting the U.N. recognized government in Tripoli, a military conflict between the U.S. and a thinly veiled Russian force depends on one man.
“That could be a place where U.S. and Russian forces come into conflict with each other,” Kimberly Marten said. “I think the big question here is, just how risk acceptant is Putin going to get?”
So, yes, the underlying issue in Libya was discovered, the legendary Wagner PMC and Russia is, once again, the most dangerous party, far surpassing ISIS terrorists who carry out frequent attacks on civilians and troops alike.
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southfront--2020-04-30--Modern Medium Weight Tank (Infographics)

This is who is censoring Alex Jones and many others : “ Susan Diane Wojcicki ( /wʊˈtʃɪtski/ wuu-CHITS-kee [ 2 ] ; born July 5 , 1968 ) is an American technology executive .
She has been the CEO of YouTube since February 2014 .
[ 3 ] [ 4 ] Wojcicki was involved in the founding of Google , and became Google ’ s first marketing manager in 1999 .
She later led the company ’ s online advertising business and was put in charge of Google ’ s original video service .
After observing the success of YouTube @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by Google in 2006 .
… Susan Diane Wojcicki was born on July 5 , 1968 to Esther Wojcicki , an educator of Russian-Jewish descent ” “ Sergey Mikhaylovich Brin ( Russian : Серге́й Миха́йлович Брин ; born August 21 , 1973 ) is an American software engineer and Internet entrepreneur .
Together with Larry Page , he co-founded Google .
Brin was the president of Google ’ s parent company Alphabet Inc , until stepping down from the role on December 3 , 2019 .
[ 3 ] Brin and Larry Page @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shareholders , board members , and employees .
… Brin was born on August 21 , 1973 , in Moscow in the Soviet Union , [ 6 ] to Jewish parents ” “ Mark Elliot Zuckerberg ( /ˈzʌkərbɜːrɡ/ ; born May 14 , 1984 ) is an American internet entrepreneur and philanthropist .
He is known for co-founding Facebook , Inc. and serves as its chairman , chief executive officer , and controlling shareholder .
… Zuckerberg was raised in a Reform Jewish household , … He had a Star Wars-themed bar mitzvah @

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The Modern Medium Weight Tank is a joint tank program between Turkish manufacturer FNSS and Indonesian manufacturer PT Pindad. The Turkish name for the battle tank is the Kaplan MT, while the Indonesian one is the Harimau.
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southfront--2020-04-30--ISIS Claims Its Cells Assassinated Another Syrian Soldier In Daraa

On April 29 , ISIS claimed that its cells in the southern governorate of Daraa assassinated a service member of the Syrian Arab Army ( SAA ) .
According to the terrorist group ’ s news agency , Amaq , the soldier was targeted inside the town of Kiheel in the eastern countryside of Daraa .
“ With aid from God Almighty , the Islamic State ’ s soldiers targeted a service member of the apostate Nusayris regime [ ISIS ’ term for the SAA ] in the town of Kiheel in the eastern Daraa countryside with machine guns , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be to God , ” Amaq said in a short press release .
Local sources in Daraa didn ’ t report any incident inside or near Kiheel on April 29 or the day before .
This indicates that ISIS claims are inaccurate .
In the last few weeks , ISIS cells carried out a series of attacks on Syrian service members in the northern and eastern Daraa countryside .
Several soldiers and officers were assassinated by the terrorist group .
Several attacks also targeted Syrian intelligence personnel in the same parts of Daraa @ @ @ @ @ @ @ claim responsibility for any of them .
The deteriorating security situation in Daraa will likely force the Syrian military and security forces to take a direct action soon .
Government forces could launch a large-scale operation against ISIS remnants and other radicals in the governorate .
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On April 29, ISIS claimed that its cells in the southern governorate of Daraa assassinated a service member of the Syrian Arab Army (SAA).
According to the terrorist group’s news agency, Amaq, the soldier was targeted inside the town of Kiheel in the eastern countryside of Daraa.
“With aid from God Almighty, the Islamic State’s soldiers targeted a service member of the apostate Nusayris regime [ISIS’ term for the SAA] in the town of Kiheel in the eastern Daraa countryside with machine guns, which resulted in his death, praise be to God,” Amaq said in a short press release.
Local sources in Daraa didn’t report any incident inside or near Kiheel on April 29 or the day before. This indicates that ISIS claims are inaccurate.
In the last few weeks, ISIS cells carried out a series of attacks on Syrian service members in the northern and eastern Daraa countryside. Several soldiers and officers were assassinated by the terrorist group.
Several attacks also targeted Syrian intelligence personnel in the same parts of Daraa. Nevertheless, ISIS didn’t claim responsibility for any of them.
The deteriorating security situation in Daraa will likely force the Syrian military and security forces to take a direct action soon. Government forces could launch a large-scale operation against ISIS remnants and other radicals in the governorate.
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southfront--2020-04-30--Houthis Conclude Large-Scale Operation In Al-Jawf, Claim 95% Of The Province Is Under Control

On April 29 , the Houthis concluded their large-scale operation , dubbed “ Prevail Over Them , ” in the northern Yemeni province of al-Jawf .
A spokesman for the Yemeni group , Brig .
Gen. Yahya Sari , told the al-Masirah TV that the remaining regions of al-Jawf were captured , claiming that 95 % of the province is now clear from the Saudi-led coalition and its proxies .
Brig .
Gen. Sari added that the recently cleared areas , which include the al-Hzim desert and areas in the nearby district of Khabb wa al-Sha ’ af , stretch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spokesman , 1,200 Saudi-backed fighters were killed in the last phase of the operation .
Earlier this week , the Houthis released a combat video of the final phase of Operation Prevail Over Them , showing the capture of the al-Labanat Camp .
The military camp , which was one of the Saudi-led coalition ’ s last positions in al-Jawf , is a bridgehead to the nearby province of Ma ’ rib .
By imposing control of vast regions of al-Jawf , the Houthis have solidified their positions on the border with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Yemeni group has repeatedly demonstrated itself capable of launching cross-border raids from al-Jawf .
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On April 29, the Houthis concluded their large-scale operation, dubbed “Prevail Over Them,” in the northern Yemeni province of al-Jawf.
A spokesman for the Yemeni group, Brig. Gen. Yahya Sari, told the al-Masirah TV that the remaining regions of al-Jawf were captured, claiming that 95% of the province is now clear from the Saudi-led coalition and its proxies.
“In the last phase of Operation Prevail Over Them, the al-Labanat Camp, al-Aqsh’a, al-Khasf and the nearby areas in al-Maraziq and al-Mahashmah in al-Jawf were cleared,” the spokesman said.
Brig. Gen. Sari added that the recently cleared areas, which include the al-Hzim desert and areas in the nearby district of Khabb wa al-Sha’af, stretch over 3,500 km2. According to the spokesman, 1,200 Saudi-backed fighters were killed in the last phase of the operation.
Earlier this week, the Houthis released a combat video of the final phase of Operation Prevail Over Them, showing the capture of the al-Labanat Camp. The military camp, which was one of the Saudi-led coalition’s last positions in al-Jawf, is a bridgehead to the nearby province of Ma’rib.
By imposing control of vast regions of al-Jawf, the Houthis have solidified their positions on the border with the Saudi province of Najran. Moreover, the Yemeni group has repeatedly demonstrated itself capable of launching cross-border raids from al-Jawf.
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southfront--2020-04-30--Israeli Missiles Hit Syrian Army Positions Near Golan Heights

Late on April 30 , several missiles launched from the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights hit positions of the Syrian Army near @ @ @ @ @ .
The strike reportedly led to no casualties among Syrian personnel , but destroyed several @ @ @ @ @ .
According to Syria ’ s SANA news agency , the strike was conducted by @ @ @ @ @ was the second Israeli strike on Syria in less than a week .
On April @ @ @ @ @ the countryside of Damascus , include the al-Mazzeh Airport .
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The strike reportedly led to no casualties among Syrian personnel, but destroyed several pieces of reconnaissance military equipment.
According to Syria’s SANA news agency, the strike was conducted by Israeli attack helicopters.
This was the second Israeli strike on Syria in less than a week. On April 27, Israeli airstrikes hit the countryside of Damascus, include the al-Mazzeh Airport. Pro-Israeli sources claim that underground facilities of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps were the target.
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southfront--2020-04-30--Censorship Continues. Facebook Permanently Deleted SouthFront’s Page

SouthFront once again became a target of corporate censorship .
On April 30 , Facebook permanently deleted our page ( LINK ) with about 100,000 followers .
This is not the first time , when SouthFront becomes a target of the technical and propaganda pressure campaign .
On April 9 , Facebook placed limits on SouthFront ’ s page claiming that its activities “ don ’ t comply with Facebook ’ s policies.
” ( LINK ) On July 21 , 2015 , Facebook deleted our previous used to inform people about the conflict in eastern Ukraine , Syria and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( LINK ) The motivation of the US intelligence and Facebook as a tool of US special services in 2015 , when the situation in eastern Ukraine was especially tense , is clear .
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Entitled “ SpaceX : Camel ’ s Nose under the Tent of Space Militarization ” , it covers key aspects of the international situation and the US security strategy .
With facts and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of view that supposedly “ private ” global corporations based in the US are first of all the tools of , likely , the ‘ neo-liberal ’ part of the US establishment .
Another article that may have scared Facebook censors is “ Leaked Video Reveals Pentagon Briefing On Development Of Vaccine To Modify Human Behavior ” .
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Recently , Deutsche Welle and several other mainstream media outlets released articles alleging that SouthFront is spreading disinformation about the COVID-19 outbreak .
An interesting fact is that Deutsche Welle appeared to be unable to answer to SouthFront ’ s official email regarding its accusations against our organization .
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Another article that may have scared Facebook censors is “Leaked Video Reveals Pentagon Briefing On Development Of Vaccine To Modify Human Behavior”. This article was released on April 28 and objectively covered the background of the circulating video and questions the authenticity of claims that it shows Bill Gates. If this post became the reason of SouthFront’s ban on Facebook, this will mean that the leaked video poses an exceptional threat to a part of the US establishment.
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southfront--2020-04-30--ZTQ-15 Light Battle Tank (Infographics)

ZTQ-15 Light Battle Tank (Infographics)

Click to see the full-size image The ZTQ-15 ( also known as the Type 15 ) is China ’ s @ @ @ @ @ .
It was developed as a replacement for the antiquated Type 62 light tank introduced @ @ @ @ @ THE TOPIC :

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The ZTQ-15 (also known as the Type 15) is China’s third generation light battle tank. It was developed as a replacement for the antiquated Type 62 light tank introduced in 1963.
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southfront--2020-04-30--In Video: U.S.-led Coalition Warplanes Bomb ISIS Caves In Eastern Iraq

On April 29 , warplanes of the U.S.-led coalition carried out a series of airstrikes on ISIS positions in the eastern Iraqi province of Diyala .
Col. Myles B. Caggins III , a spokesman for the coalition , said the airstrikes targeted several caves of the terrorist group in Hamrin Mountains .
The mountain chain , which borders Iran , is known to be infested with ISIS cells .
The U.S.-led coalition ’ s airstrikes coincided with a large security operation by Iraqi government forces against ISIS cells in the same region .
Iraq ’ s Security Media announced on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were eliminated in the course of the operation , that was supported by Iraqi attack helicopters .
Government forces also uncovered 5 hideouts of the group and seized loads of weapons and explosives .
The Iraqi military , security forces and the Popular Mobilization Units ( PMU ) conduct joint security operations in Hamrin Mountains on a regular basis .
Nevertheless , ISIS cells are still active in the region .
The involvement of U.S.-led coalition and Iraqi warplanes will likely allow to restrict the movement of ISIS cells in the region and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
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On April 29, warplanes of the U.S.-led coalition carried out a series of airstrikes on ISIS positions in the eastern Iraqi province of Diyala.
Col. Myles B. Caggins III, a spokesman for the coalition, said the airstrikes targeted several caves of the terrorist group in Hamrin Mountains. The mountain chain, which borders Iran, is known to be infested with ISIS cells.
VIDEO: Bombs away! ISIS stronghold in Hamrin Mountains, Iraq is blasted by @CJTFOIR jets, April 29. The @modmiliq relentlessly pursues Daesh.??
إنفجار ! قامت طائرات التحالف بتفجير كهوف وأنفاق داعش في جبال حمرين pic.twitter.com/C7ZVHCCQeU — OIR Spokesman Col. Myles B. Caggins III (@OIRSpox) April 30, 2020
The U.S.-led coalition’s airstrikes coincided with a large security operation by Iraqi government forces against ISIS cells in the same region.
Iraq’s Security Media announced on April 30 that seven terrorists of ISIS were eliminated in the course of the operation, that was supported by Iraqi attack helicopters. Government forces also uncovered 5 hideouts of the group and seized loads of weapons and explosives.
The Iraqi military, security forces and the Popular Mobilization Units (PMU) conduct joint security operations in Hamrin Mountains on a regular basis. Nevertheless, ISIS cells are still active in the region.
The involvement of U.S.-led coalition and Iraqi warplanes will likely allow to restrict the movement of ISIS cells in the region and inflict more losses on the terrorist group.
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southfront--2020-04-30--Satellite Images: Impact Of April 27 Israeli Strike On al-Mazzeh Airport Near Damascus

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On April 30, Israel’s ImageSat Intl. released satellite images showing the impact of the April 27 Israeli strike on the al-Mazzeh Airport near Damascus. Pro-Israeli sources claim that the strike targeted facilities of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
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southfront--2020-04-30--NDF, Locals Intercept Another U.S. Convoy In Northern Al-Hasakah

On April 30 , locals in the towns of Salhiyat Harb and Misherfah in the northern countryside of al-Hasakah intercepted another convoy of U.S. forces .
Ahmad al-Halil , mayor of Tell Sateeh Gharbi , told Snack Syrian that U.S. forces stuck at the entrance of the two towns for 30 minutes .
U.S. officers asked the locals to allow them to pass through .
However , their request was rejected .
“ The U.S. convoy consisted of four armored vehicles and a civilian car escorting them , it was intercepted on the Junction of Salhiyat Harb and Misherfah , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Howran and the municipality of Tell Sateeh Gharbi , ” the mayor added .
The convoy , that was escorted by a warplane of the U.S.-led coalition , came from the town of Tell Brak in al-Hsakah ’ s northeastern countryside .
Several sources confirmed that personnel of the pro-government National Defense Forces ( NDF ) helped the locals of Salhiyat Harb and Misherfah to intercept the U.S. convoy .
In the last few months , the locals and government forces succeeded in restricting the movement of U.S. forces in the northern al-Hasakah @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of al-Qamishli .
The Damascus government and its allies , especially Russia , are now working to build strong relations with Arab tribes in northeast Syria .
The step is apparently worrying the U.S , which is attempting to reinforce its influence in the oil-rich region .
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On April 30, locals in the towns of Salhiyat Harb and Misherfah in the northern countryside of al-Hasakah intercepted another convoy of U.S. forces.
Ahmad al-Halil, mayor of Tell Sateeh Gharbi, told Snack Syrian that U.S. forces stuck at the entrance of the two towns for 30 minutes. U.S. officers asked the locals to allow them to pass through. However, their request was rejected.
“The U.S. convoy consisted of four armored vehicles and a civilian car escorting them, it was intercepted on the Junction of Salhiyat Harb and Misherfah, which are located in the sector of Howran and the municipality of Tell Sateeh Gharbi,” the mayor added.
The convoy, that was escorted by a warplane of the U.S.-led coalition, came from the town of Tell Brak in al-Hsakah’s northeastern countryside.
Several sources confirmed that personnel of the pro-government National Defense Forces (NDF) helped the locals of Salhiyat Harb and Misherfah to intercept the U.S. convoy.
In the last few months, the locals and government forces succeeded in restricting the movement of U.S. forces in the northern al-Hasakah countryside, mainly around the border city of al-Qamishli.
The Damascus government and its allies, especially Russia, are now working to build strong relations with Arab tribes in northeast Syria. The step is apparently worrying the U.S, which is attempting to reinforce its influence in the oil-rich region.
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southfront--2020-04-30--Prospects Of Turkish-Russian Military Conflict In Syria

The region of Greater Idlib remains the main source of tensions in Syria .
The March 5th ceasefire deal reached by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow allowed an end to be made to the open military confrontation between the Turkish Armed Forces and the Syrian Army .
However , as of mid-April , the main provisions of the deal have yet to be implemented .
Members of al-Qaeda-linked groups still enjoy freedom of movement across Greater Idlib and keep their positions with weapons and heavy equipment in southern Idlib .
The safe zone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of which was agreed , has not been created .
All Russian-Turkish joint patrols have been conducted in a limited area west of Saraqib and have just been a public move needed to demonstrate that the de-escalation deal is still in force .
Ankara turns a blind eye to regular ceasefire violations and other provocative actions by militant groups and their supporters .
Additionally , it has continued its military buildup in Idlib .
The number of Turkish troops in the region reportedly reached 7,000 , while the number of so-called ‘ observation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Turkish-affiliated media outlets ramped up a propaganda campaign accusing the Assad government of killing civilians , of ceasefire violations , of using chemical weapons and of discrediting the de-escalation agreement by calling it the surrender of the goals of the so-called Syrian revolution .
On the diplomatic level , neither Turkey nor Russia demonstrate open antagonism , but statements coming from the top military and political leadership of Turkey regarding the conflict in Syria demonstrate that Ankara is not planning to abandon its expansionist plans or aggressive posture towards the country .
These @ @ @ @ @ @ @ increase the chances of a new military escalation in Idlib .
However , this time the conflict is likely to lead to at least a limited military confrontation between the Turkish and Russian militaries .
Both sides have troops deployed in close proximity to the frontline , including the expected hot point of the future escalation – Saraqib .
Possible phases of escalation are the following : • Without the full implementation of the Moscow de-escalation deal and neutralization of radicals , the military situation in southern and eastern Idlib will continue to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ impunity and the direct protection of the Turkish Army , will increase their attacks on the positions of Syrian forces and their Russian and Iranian allies .
These attacks will gradually increase in scale until they provoke a painful military response from the Syrian Armed Forces .
Militants , surprised at this blatant ceasefire violation by the bloody Assad regime , will continue their attacks , now justifying them by the right of self-defense .
G_4 ( A ) Turkish diplomats and media outlets will immediately accuse the Assad government of violating the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and will claim that the “ unjustified aggression of the regime ” , which is supported by the Russians , led to the killing of dozens of civilians and will film several staged tear-jerkers from Idlib to support this .
The so-called ‘ international community ’ led by the Washington establishment and EU bureaucrats will denounce the aggression of the Assad regime and its backers .
• In the face of the continued and increased attacks from Idlib armed groups , the Syrian Army will have two options : • To retreat from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ liberated areas to the mercy of Turkey and its al-Qaeda-affiliated groups ; • To answer the increased attacks with overwhelming force and put an end to the ceasefire violations by radicals .
It ’ s likely that the Syrians will choose the second option .
The military standoff in Idlib will officially re-enter a hot phase .
The previous years of conflict have demonstrated that militants can not match Syrian troops in open battle .
Therefore , if the Turkish leadership wants to hold on to its expansionist plans , it will have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ battle to rescue its proteges .
Syria and Turkey will once again find themselves in a state of open military confrontation .
• As in previous escalations , the Turkish military will likely opt to start its military campaign with massive artillery and drone strikes on positions of the Syrian Army along the contact line in southeastern Idlib and western Aleppo .
Special attention will be paid to the area of the expected confrontation between Syrian troops and Turkish proxies : the countryside of Saraqib , Maarat al-Numan and Kafr Nabel .
Turkish @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Syrian Army advance without taking massive fire damage to their infrastructure and to the forces deployed in these areas .
Such strikes will also result in further escalation because they will pose a direct danger to the Russian Military Police in Saraqib and Maarat al-Numan , and to Russian military advisers embedded with the Syrian units , which are deployed in southeastern Idlib .
• If Turkish strikes target Russian positions and lead to notable losses among Russian personnel , Moscow will be put in a situation where they will be forced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the military operation in Syria in September 2015 , the Russian Armed Forces have concentrated a capable military group in the country protected by short- and long-range air defense systems and reinforced by Bastion-P coastal defense and Iskander-M ballistic missile systems .
Additionally , the Russian Black Sea and Caspian Fleets and Russian long-range aviation have repeatedly demonstrated that they are capable of destroying any target on the Syrian battleground and thus also in any nearby areas .
The Russian retaliatory strike will likely target Turkish military columns in close proximity to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ positions of artillery , armoured vehicles , and material and technical support points in Greater Idlib .
If , after the Russian strike , the Turkish leadership does not halt its aggressive actions and its forces continue attacks on Russian and Syrian positions in Syria , the escalation will develop further .
The second wave of Russian retaliatory strikes will target Turkish military infrastructure along the border with Syria .
HQs and logistical hubs in the province of Hatay , which were used to command and supply its Operation Spring Shield , will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deliver strikes on other targets along the border will depend on the success of Turkish forces in their expected attempt to attack Russia ’ s Hmeimim airbase and put it out of service .
Another factor to consider is that should Turkey appear to be too successful in their attack on the Hmeimim airbase , they risk losing their entire Black Sea fleet .
While theoretically the Turkish naval forces deployed in the Black Sea are superior to the Russian ones in numbers , the real balance of power there tells a different @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the Russian Black Sea fleet , the Caspian Sea fleet , air forces and coastal defense forces deployed in the region would allow Moscow to overwhelm and sink the entire Turkish Navy .
On top of this , Russia , unlike Turkey , is a nuclear power .
Turkey ’ s NATO allies have already demonstrated that they are not planning to risk their equipment or personnel in order to support Erdogan ’ s Syrian adventure .
Furthermore , a new round of complaints to the UN or demonstrative sanctions will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or to a fleet resting deep underwater .
Ankara will have to find a diplomatic way to de-escalate the confrontation before it gets to this point .
The format of this diplomatic solution and the consequences , which Turkey will have to suffer for its military adventure , will depend only on the moment , when the Erdogan government understands that it ’ s time to stop .

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Dear friends, during the past 2 weeks, there were signals of the growing confrontation between Hayat Tahrir al-Sham as well as the intensifying coordination between Turkey and Russia in Greater Idlib.
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The region of Greater Idlib remains the main source of tensions in Syria.
The March 5th ceasefire deal reached by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow allowed an end to be made to the open military confrontation between the Turkish Armed Forces and the Syrian Army. However, as of mid-April, the main provisions of the deal have yet to be implemented. Members of al-Qaeda-linked groups still enjoy freedom of movement across Greater Idlib and keep their positions with weapons and heavy equipment in southern Idlib.
The safe zone along the M4 highway, the creation of which was agreed, has not been created. All Russian-Turkish joint patrols have been conducted in a limited area west of Saraqib and have just been a public move needed to demonstrate that the de-escalation deal is still in force.
Ankara turns a blind eye to regular ceasefire violations and other provocative actions by militant groups and their supporters. Additionally, it has continued its military buildup in Idlib. The number of Turkish troops in the region reportedly reached 7,000, while the number of so-called ‘observation posts’ exceeded 50. Meanwhile, Turkish-affiliated media outlets ramped up a propaganda campaign accusing the Assad government of killing civilians, of ceasefire violations, of using chemical weapons and of discrediting the de-escalation agreement by calling it the surrender of the goals of the so-called Syrian revolution.
On the diplomatic level, neither Turkey nor Russia demonstrate open antagonism, but statements coming from the top military and political leadership of Turkey regarding the conflict in Syria demonstrate that Ankara is not planning to abandon its expansionist plans or aggressive posture towards the country.
These factors set up a pretext for and increase the chances of a new military escalation in Idlib. However, this time the conflict is likely to lead to at least a limited military confrontation between the Turkish and Russian militaries. Both sides have troops deployed in close proximity to the frontline, including the expected hot point of the future escalation – Saraqib.
Possible phases of escalation are the following:
Without the full implementation of the Moscow de-escalation deal and neutralization of radicals, the military situation in southern and eastern Idlib will continue to deteriorate. Militants, inspired by their impunity and the direct protection of the Turkish Army, will increase their attacks on the positions of Syrian forces and their Russian and Iranian allies. These attacks will gradually increase in scale until they provoke a painful military response from the Syrian Armed Forces. Militants, surprised at this blatant ceasefire violation by the bloody Assad regime, will continue their attacks, now justifying them by the right of self-defense. G_4 (A) Turkish diplomats and media outlets will immediately accuse the Assad government of violating the word and spirit of the de-escalation deal and will claim that the “unjustified aggression of the regime”, which is supported by the Russians, led to the killing of dozens of civilians and will film several staged tear-jerkers from Idlib to support this. The so-called ‘international community’ led by the Washington establishment and EU bureaucrats will denounce the aggression of the Assad regime and its backers. In the face of the continued and increased attacks from Idlib armed groups, the Syrian Army will have two options:
To retreat from their positions and leave the hard-won, liberated areas to the mercy of Turkey and its al-Qaeda-affiliated groups;
To answer the increased attacks with overwhelming force and put an end to the ceasefire violations by radicals.
It’s likely that the Syrians will choose the second option. The military standoff in Idlib will officially re-enter a hot phase. The previous years of conflict have demonstrated that militants cannot match Syrian troops in open battle. Therefore, if the Turkish leadership wants to hold on to its expansionist plans, it will have no choice but to intervene in the battle to rescue its proteges. Syria and Turkey will once again find themselves in a state of open military confrontation.
As in previous escalations, the Turkish military will likely opt to start its military campaign with massive artillery and drone strikes on positions of the Syrian Army along the contact line in southeastern Idlib and western Aleppo. Special attention will be paid to the area of the expected confrontation between Syrian troops and Turkish proxies: the countryside of Saraqib, Maarat al-Numan and Kafr Nabel. Turkish forces will not be able to stop the Syrian Army advance without taking massive fire damage to their infrastructure and to the forces deployed in these areas. Such strikes will also result in further escalation because they will pose a direct danger to the Russian Military Police in Saraqib and Maarat al-Numan, and to Russian military advisers embedded with the Syrian units, which are deployed in southeastern Idlib. If Turkish strikes target Russian positions and lead to notable losses among Russian personnel, Moscow will be put in a situation where they will be forced to retaliate. Since the start of the military operation in Syria in September 2015, the Russian Armed Forces have concentrated a capable military group in the country protected by short- and long-range air defense systems and reinforced by Bastion-P coastal defense and Iskander-M ballistic missile systems. Additionally, the Russian Black Sea and Caspian Fleets and Russian long-range aviation have repeatedly demonstrated that they are capable of destroying any target on the Syrian battleground and thus also in any nearby areas.
The Russian retaliatory strike will likely target Turkish military columns in close proximity to the frontline as well as Turkish depots, positions of artillery, armoured vehicles, and material and technical support points in Greater Idlib.
If, after the Russian strike, the Turkish leadership does not halt its aggressive actions and its forces continue attacks on Russian and Syrian positions in Syria, the escalation will develop further.
The second wave of Russian retaliatory strikes will target Turkish military infrastructure along the border with Syria. HQs and logistical hubs in the province of Hatay, which were used to command and supply its Operation Spring Shield, will immediately be destroyed. The decision to deliver strikes on other targets along the border will depend on the success of Turkish forces in their expected attempt to attack Russia’s Hmeimim airbase and put it out of service.
Another factor to consider is that should Turkey appear to be too successful in their attack on the Hmeimim airbase, they risk losing their entire Black Sea fleet. While theoretically the Turkish naval forces deployed in the Black Sea are superior to the Russian ones in numbers, the real balance of power there tells a different story. The combined means and facilities of the Russian Black Sea fleet, the Caspian Sea fleet, air forces and coastal defense forces deployed in the region would allow Moscow to overwhelm and sink the entire Turkish Navy. On top of this, Russia, unlike Turkey, is a nuclear power.
Turkey’s NATO allies have already demonstrated that they are not planning to risk their equipment or personnel in order to support Erdogan’s Syrian adventure. Furthermore, a new round of complaints to the UN or demonstrative sanctions will be no help to any destroyed Turkish airbases or to a fleet resting deep underwater.
Ankara will have to find a diplomatic way to de-escalate the confrontation before it gets to this point. The format of this diplomatic solution and the consequences, which Turkey will have to suffer for its military adventure, will depend only on the moment, when the Erdogan government understands that it’s time to stop.
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southfront--2020-04-30--New ISIS Ambush Claims Lives Of Several Syrian Soldiers In Homs Desert

On April 30 , ISIS terrorists ambushed a bus carrying Syrian Arab Army ( SAA ) service members in the eastern Homs countryside .
An improvised explosive device ( IED ) struck the bus as it was moving on a road east of the T3 pumping station .
After the explosion , several ISIS terrorists targeted the bus with machine guns and run back to the desert .
According to pro-government sources , at least four Syrian service members were killed and many others were injured in the ambush .
ISIS ’ s news agency , Amaq , is yet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s responsibility for the attack .
The group usually release the details of such attacks within 24 hours .
The attackers likely came from the Homs desert , which lays between eastern Homs and western Deir Ezzor .
Hundreds of ISIS fighters and commanders are reportedly taking shelter in the desert .
The SAA and its allies are now conducting a series of operations in the Homs desert .
A day earlier , the SAA ambushed a convoy of ISIS in the region .
Several vehicles of the terrorist group were destroyed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ambush near the T3 station will likely encourage the SAA and its allies to intensify their operations in eastern Homs .
MORE ON THIS TOPIC : • Hay ’ at Tahrir Al-Sham Clashes With Protesters As It Opens Crossing With Government Areas ( Videos )

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On April 30, ISIS terrorists ambushed a bus carrying Syrian Arab Army (SAA) service members in the eastern Homs countryside.
An improvised explosive device (IED) struck the bus as it was moving on a road east of the T3 pumping station. After the explosion, several ISIS terrorists targeted the bus with machine guns and run back to the desert.
According to pro-government sources, at least four Syrian service members were killed and many others were injured in the ambush.
ISIS’s news agency, Amaq, is yet to release a statement confirming the group’s responsibility for the attack. The group usually release the details of such attacks within 24 hours.
The attackers likely came from the Homs desert, which lays between eastern Homs and western Deir Ezzor. Hundreds of ISIS fighters and commanders are reportedly taking shelter in the desert.
The SAA and its allies are now conducting a series of operations in the Homs desert. A day earlier, the SAA ambushed a convoy of ISIS in the region. Several vehicles of the terrorist group were destroyed and one was captured.
The new ambush near the T3 station will likely encourage the SAA and its allies to intensify their operations in eastern Homs.
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southfront--2020-04-30--Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham Clashes With Protesters As It Opens Crossing With Government Areas (Videos)

On April 30 afternoon , al-Qaeda-affiliated Hay ’ at Tahrir al-Sham ( HTS ) opened a crossing linking Greater Idlib with government-held areas , ignoring popular discontent with the step .
The crossing links HTS-held Maaret Elnaasan and the government-held town of Mizanaz in western Aleppo .
According to the Enab Baladi outlet , at least three trucks packed with goods have passed through the crossing , so far .
The reopening of the crossing provoked dozens of locals who were protesting in a nearby area .
The protesters tried to block the road leading to the crossing .
However @ @ @ @ @ @ @ live fire , injuring five people .
A security commander of HTS even attempted to run over the protesters with his SUV , which reportedly injured at least two civilians .
Earlier this month , HTS attempted to open a similar crossing with the government-held city of Saraqib in southern Idlib .
However , a backlash from the public forced the group to change the crossing ’ s location to western Aleppo .
Many opposition activists rejected the opening of the crossing , claiming that it will boost the economy in government-held areas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Greater Idlib .
HTS ’ decision to open the crossing by force , with no regards whatsoever all criticism , will likely lead to more tension in Greater Idlib .
Some sources reported that Turkey is against the step because HTS is still hindering its efforts to reopen the Lattakia-Aleppo highway , known as the M4 .
MORE ON THIS TOPIC : • Turkish Military Deployed Dozens Of Vehicles In Syria ’ s Greater Idlib In Last Two Days : Monitoring Group

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On April 30 afternoon, al-Qaeda-affiliated Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) opened a crossing linking Greater Idlib with government-held areas, ignoring popular discontent with the step.
The crossing links HTS-held Maaret Elnaasan and the government-held town of Mizanaz in western Aleppo. According to the Enab Baladi outlet, at least three trucks packed with goods have passed through the crossing, so far.
The reopening of the crossing provoked dozens of locals who were protesting in a nearby area. The protesters tried to block the road leading to the crossing. However, HTS’ security forces responded with live fire, injuring five people.
A security commander of HTS even attempted to run over the protesters with his SUV, which reportedly injured at least two civilians.
Earlier this month, HTS attempted to open a similar crossing with the government-held city of Saraqib in southern Idlib. However, a backlash from the public forced the group to change the crossing’s location to western Aleppo.
Many opposition activists rejected the opening of the crossing, claiming that it will boost the economy in government-held areas and contribute to the spread of COVID-19 in Greater Idlib.
HTS’ decision to open the crossing by force, with no regards whatsoever all criticism, will likely lead to more tension in Greater Idlib. Some sources reported that Turkey is against the step because HTS is still hindering its efforts to reopen the Lattakia-Aleppo highway, known as the M4.
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southfront--2020-04-30--In Photos: Libyan National Army Used Export Version Of Russian Krasnopol Artillery System To Shell M

In Photos: Libyan National Army Used Export Version Of Russian Krasnopol Artillery System To Shell Mitiga Airport

The Libyan National Army has used an export variant of the Russian Krasnopol artillery system to shell the area of the Mitiga Airport near the city of Tripoli .
The Mitiga Airport is used by the Turkish-backed Government of Nationl Accord ( GNA ) and the Turkish military deployed in the country as a military facility .
Turkish combat drones deployed in Libya actively operates from the Mitiga Airport .
The shell launched by the LNA was identified as the GP1 155mm artillery projectile , an export variant of the Krasnopol suppolied to China .
This is a Russian cannon-launched @ @ @ @ @ @ @ laser-guided , artillery weapon system .
It is designed to engage both moving and stationary ground targets by the first shot .
The guided projectile automatically homes in on an illuminated point using to the optical seeker head and four folding canards .
A booster gas generator and an improved aerodynamic configuration increase the firing range and allow employing the weapon system in complex weather conditions and at night .
It can be fired by both 152mm and 155mm towed guns and self-propelled howitzers .
The Krasnopol system can also fire a salvo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a single laser designator , which is typically operated by a ground-based artillery observer or an unmanned aerial vehicle .
The warhead is a high explosive fragmentation type .
This allows it to be used against heavily armored vehicles such as tanks owing to the steep trajectory of the projectile which allows it to defeat the relatively thin roof armor on most vehicles .
Krasnopol is capable of hitting targets moving at speeds up to 36 km/h .
The maximum firing range is 25 km .
Russian forces actively use the system in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ON THE TOPIC :

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The Libyan National Army has used an export variant of the Russian Krasnopol artillery system to shell the area of the Mitiga Airport near the city of Tripoli.
The Mitiga Airport is used by the Turkish-backed Government of Nationl Accord (GNA) and the Turkish military deployed in the country as a military facility. Turkish combat drones deployed in Libya actively operates from the Mitiga Airport.
#Tripoli: A Chinese GP-1 guided artillery projectile launched by #Haftar‘s #LAAF landed on a civilian home in Sabaa. pic.twitter.com/Mk7no7B5Dg — Emadeddin Badi (@emad_badi) April 29, 2020
The shell launched by the LNA was identified as the GP1 155mm artillery projectile, an export variant of the Krasnopol suppolied to China.
#Libya– photo purportedly showing guided artillery projectile (looks like GP1 to me) fired by #LNA that missed Mitiga Airport, #Tripoli pic.twitter.com/skQGOwm5Fd — Oded Berkowitz (@Oded121351) April 30, 2020
2K25 Krasnopol This is a Russian cannon-launched, fin-stabilized, base bleed-assisted, semi-automatic laser-guided, artillery weapon system. It is designed to engage both moving and stationary ground targets by the first shot. The guided projectile automatically homes in on an illuminated point using to the optical seeker head and four folding canards. A booster gas generator and an improved aerodynamic configuration increase the firing range and allow employing the weapon system in complex weather conditions and at night. It can be fired by both 152mm and 155mm towed guns and self-propelled howitzers. The Krasnopol system can also fire a salvo of multiple projectiles on a target using a single laser designator, which is typically operated by a ground-based artillery observer or an unmanned aerial vehicle. The warhead is a high explosive fragmentation type. This allows it to be used against heavily armored vehicles such as tanks owing to the steep trajectory of the projectile which allows it to defeat the relatively thin roof armor on most vehicles. Krasnopol is capable of hitting targets moving at speeds up to 36 km/h. The maximum firing range is 25 km. Russian forces actively use the system in their military campaign in Syria.
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southfront--2020-04-30--Unknown Gunmen Attack Syrian Army Checkpoint In Eastern Daraa

Early on April 30 , unknown gunmen attacked a checkpoint of the Syrian Arab Army ( SAA ) in the eastern countryside of Daraa .
Heavy clashes erupted around the checkpoint , which is located near the town of al-Sahwat .
The London-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights ( SOHR ) said that no casualties were reported as a result of the attack .
In the last few months , several attacks targeted government forces checkpoints in the towns of al-Karak , Tasil , al-Hrak , Jillen , Oumm Oualad and Elmah in the countryside of Daraa .
ISIS claimed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A day earlier , the terrorist group claimed that its cells “ killed ” an SAA service member in eastern Daraa .
However , local sources said the service member was injured only .
ISIS cells may be behind the attack on al- Sahwat ’ s checkpoint .
The group ’ s growing influence in Daraa poses a serious threat to the SAA and security forces there .
Government forces should take drastic measures to address this threat as soon as possible .
MORE ON THIS TOPIC : • Turkish Military Deployed Dozens @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Idlib In Last Two Days : Monitoring Group

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Early on April 30, unknown gunmen attacked a checkpoint of the Syrian Arab Army (SAA) in the eastern countryside of Daraa.
Heavy clashes erupted around the checkpoint, which is located near the town of al-Sahwat. The London-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) said that no casualties were reported as a result of the attack.
In the last few months, several attacks targeted government forces checkpoints in the towns of al-Karak, Tasil, al-Hrak, Jillen, Oumm Oualad and Elmah in the countryside of Daraa. ISIS claimed responsibility for some of the attacks.
A day earlier, the terrorist group claimed that its cells “killed” an SAA service member in eastern Daraa. However, local sources said the service member was injured only.
ISIS cells may be behind the attack on al- Sahwat’s checkpoint. The group’s growing influence in Daraa poses a serious threat to the SAA and security forces there. Government forces should take drastic measures to address this threat as soon as possible.
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southfront--2020-04-30--Turkish Military Deployed Dozens Of Vehicles In Syria’s Greater Idlib In Last Two Days: Monitoring G

Turkish Military Deployed Dozens Of Vehicles In Syria’s Greater Idlib In Last Two Days: Monitoring Group

The Turkish military deployed dozens of vehicles in the northwestern Syrian region of Greater Idlib over the last two days , the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights ( SOHR ) reported .
On April 29 , a Turkish convoy consisting of 25 military vehicles entered Greater Idlib .
A second convoy , consisting of 35 vehicles , was deployed in the region on April 30 .
Both convoys entered Greater Idlib through the Kafr Lusin border crossing , which has become the main supply route for Turkish troops in northwest Syria .
According to the SOHR , Turkey has deployed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ceasefire became active on March 5 .
In addition to previously deployed equipment , a total of 6,330 Turkish vehicles are currently in the Syrian region .
The vehicles deployed in Greater Idlib are mainly trucks , armored personnel carriers ( APCs ) , battle tanks , self-propelled howitzers and multiple rocket launchers .
Radars and air-defense systems were also deployed there .
Ankara is now taking steps to implement the March 5 agreement with Russia .
Nevertheless , its military buildup in Idlib appears to be pointed against the Syrian Arab Army @ @ @ @ @ @ @ occupying the region .
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The Turkish military deployed dozens of vehicles in the northwestern Syrian region of Greater Idlib over the last two days, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) reported.
On April 29, a Turkish convoy consisting of 25 military vehicles entered Greater Idlib. A second convoy, consisting of 35 vehicles, was deployed in the region on April 30.
“[The Turkish military vehicles] carried military and logistical equipment,” the London-based monitoring group said in its report.
Both convoys entered Greater Idlib through the Kafr Lusin border crossing, which has become the main supply route for Turkish troops in northwest Syria.
According to the SOHR, Turkey has deployed 2,925 vehicles in Greater Idlib since the ceasefire became active on March 5. In addition to previously deployed equipment, a total of 6,330 Turkish vehicles are currently in the Syrian region.
The vehicles deployed in Greater Idlib are mainly trucks, armored personnel carriers (APCs), battle tanks, self-propelled howitzers and multiple rocket launchers. Radars and air-defense systems were also deployed there.
Ankara is now taking steps to implement the March 5 agreement with Russia. Nevertheless, its military buildup in Idlib appears to be pointed against the Syrian Arab Army (SAA) and not terrorist groups occupying the region.
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southfront--2020-04-30--Military Situation In Libya On April 30, 2020 (Map Update)

Ceasefire for Ramadan ?
All this achieves is allowing the enemy to re-organize , replenish , reinforce and strengthen both @ @ @ @ @ .
Does anyone even imagine that either the Turks or their puppet Sarraj Effendi the @ @ @ @ @ down for a peaceful 28 lunar days FFS ?
You can not wage or win @ @ @ @ @ enemy get stronger day by day !
Meantime the enemy progresses a co-ordinated offensive across @ @ @ @ @ coast from Zawiyah southwards objective Watiyah/Ukba bin Nafa AB , In Tripoli south pincer movement @ @ @ @ @ in Hadhba Project and Abu Slim , pincer movement from Ghariyan ( west ) and @ @ @ @ @ on Tarhuna district , and combined air/land mobile attacks across Wadi Zemzem line .
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A brief overview of the recent developments in Libya:
The Libyan National Army (LNA) announced a ceasefire regime until the end of the month of Ramadan;
Turkish-backed forces shelled LNA positions near Tarhouna;
Turkish-backed forces attacked LNA positions south of Abu Qurayn. A fighting is ongoing.
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southfront--2020-05-01--Large Explosion Rocks Syrian Army Base In Homs City Outskirt (Videos)

On May 1 morning , a large explosion rocked a Syrian Arab Army ( SAA ) base in the eastern suburbs of Homs city in the country ’ s central region .
Ammunition stored inside the base , known as “ Ibn al-Haytham Barracks , ” began to blow up as a result of the explosion .
Shrapnel and debris from the ammunition explosions fell on populated areas in Homs ’ city center .
Dr. Hassan Al-Jundi , Health Director of Homs , told the Syrian Arab News Agency ( SANA ) that ten civilians were injured with falling debris @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said the explosion may have been the result of an attack .
However , the Defense Ministry of Syria later dismissed the possibility of an attack , attributing the explosion to a “ human error.
” “ At 9:25 of 1-5-2020 , successive explosions were heard at one of our military positions in the city of Homs , after investigations , it was revealed that the explosions occurred due to a human error during the transportation of some ammunition , which resulted in material and human losses , ” the MoD said in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ opposition sources questioned the government ’ s story , claiming that Israel was behind the explosion .
A day earlier , Israeli helicopters targeted several positions in southern Syria .
Nevertheless , there is no evidence indicating that a strike caused the explosion in the Ibn al-Haytham Barracks in Homs .
In the last few years , several similar accidents took place in military bases in different parts of Syria as a result of poor safety measures .
A series of large explosions resulting from an uncontrolled fire wiped out several ammo depots @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of 2018 .
In August of 2019 , more than 28 Syrian service members were killed in an ammo handling accident in the al-Sha ’ irat Air Base .
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On May 1 morning, a large explosion rocked a Syrian Arab Army (SAA) base in the eastern suburbs of Homs city in the country’s central region.
Ammunition stored inside the base, known as “Ibn al-Haytham Barracks,” began blowing up as a result of the explosion. Shrapnel and debris from the ammunition explosions fell on populated areas in Homs’ city center.
Dr. Hassan Al-Jundi, Health Director of Homs, told the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) that ten civilians were injured with falling debris.
Initially, Homs Governor Talal al-Barrazi said the explosion may have been the result of an attack. However, the Defense Ministry of Syria later dismissed the possibility of an attack, attributing the explosion to a “human error.”
“At 9:25 of 1-5-2020, successive explosions were heard at one of our military positions in the city of Homs, after investigations, it was revealed that the explosions occurred due to a human error during the transportation of some ammunition, which resulted in material and human losses,” the MoD said in an official statement.
Per usual, opposition sources questioned the government’s story, claiming that Israel was behind the explosion. A day earlier, Israeli helicopters targeted several positions in southern Syria. Nevertheless, there is no evidence indicating that a strike caused the explosion in the Ibn al-Haytham Barracks in Homs.
During the last few years, several similar accidents took place in military bases in different parts of Syria as a result of poor safety measures.
A series of large explosions resulting from an uncontrolled fire wiped out several ammo depots in the Hama Air Base in May of 2018. In August of 2019, more than 28 Syrian service members were killed in an ammo handling accident in the al-Sha’irat Air Base.
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southfront--2020-05-01--Map Update: Results Of Ansar Allah Advance In Yemen’s al-Jawf Province

Click to see the full-size image This map provides a general look at the military situation in Yemen following the @ @ @ @ @ ( Ansar Allah ) in the province of al-Jawf .
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This map provides a general look at the military situation in Yemen following the recent advances of the Houthis (Ansar Allah) in the province of al-Jawf.
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southfront--2020-05-01--Iran Warns Germany Of Consequences Following Hezbollah Ban

On May 1st , Iran condemned Germany ’ s move to ban all Hezbollah activities in the country , and designate it as a terrorist organization .
The Iranian foreign ministry warned that there would be consequences of its decision , because it gave in to the wishes of the US and Israel .
The foreign ministry described it as a “ measure serving the objectives of the US and the Zionist regime of Israel , ” on Twitter .
The statement further said that the ban and designation isn ’ t “ considering the realities in the West Asia @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ the objectives of the propaganda machine of the Zionist regime and the confused US regime.
” “ It appears that certain countries in Europe are adopting their stances without considering the realities in the West Asia region and by paying regard only to the objectives of the propaganda machine of the Zionist regime and the confused US regime , ” Mousavi said .
“ The German government ’ s decision has been made with a complete disrespect for the Lebanese government and nation , as Hezbollah is an official and legitimate part @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Parliament , and has always been an influential political party in the arena of creating political stability in that country , ” he said , adding that Hezbollah enjoys massive popular backing in Lebanon and in the region .
“ The German government ’ s decision has been also made with utter imprudence against a force that has had and still has a key role in the fight against the violent terrorism of Daesh ( ISIS ) in the region .
The German government , therefore , must be held accountable for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fight against the true terrorist groups in the region , ” Mousavi concluded .
On April 30th , the German Interior ministry announced that all Hezbollah activities are banned in Germany , including political ones .
The move was hailed by both Washington and Tel ’ Aviv .
Activities of the group ’ s military wing have been banned in the European Union since 2013 .
On the morning of May 1st , shortly before Iran ’ s response , Syria reported that Israel has targeted Hezbollah outposts in Syria , with potential @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Germany refrained from any sort of actions that play into the “ maximum pressure ” campaign carried out by the United States against Iran .
This action underlines that the vehement supporter of the effectiveness of the Iran Nuclear Deal may be switching camps to the US-led agenda on the matter .
MORE ON THE TOPIC : • Germany Bans All Hezbollah Activity , Designates It As Terrorist Organization

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On May 1st, Iran condemned Germany’s move to ban all Hezbollah activities in the country, and designate it as a terrorist organization.
The Iranian foreign ministry warned that there would be consequences of its decision, because it gave in to the wishes of the US and Israel.
Iranian government spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi “vehemently condemned” the move in a statement.
The foreign ministry described it as a “measure serving the objectives of the US and the Zionist regime of Israel,” on Twitter.
FM Spokesman @SAMOUSAVI9 strongly condemns the German government’s blacklisting of the Lebanese Hezbollah as a measure serving the objectives of the US and the Zionist regime of Israel.https://t.co/2rQrJ9b4os pic.twitter.com/kd4cVcDBCH — Iran Foreign Ministry ?? (@IRIMFA_EN) May 1, 2020
The statement further said that the ban and designation isn’t “considering the realities in the West Asia region” and only takes into account “the objectives of the propaganda machine of the Zionist regime and the confused US regime.”
“It appears that certain countries in Europe are adopting their stances without considering the realities in the West Asia region and by paying regard only to the objectives of the propaganda machine of the Zionist regime and the confused US regime,” Mousavi said. “The German government’s decision has been made with a complete disrespect for the Lebanese government and nation, as Hezbollah is an official and legitimate part of that country’s government and Parliament, and has always been an influential political party in the arena of creating political stability in that country,” he said, adding that Hezbollah enjoys massive popular backing in Lebanon and in the region. “The German government’s decision has been also made with utter imprudence against a force that has had and still has a key role in the fight against the violent terrorism of Daesh (ISIS) in the region. The German government, therefore, must be held accountable for the negative consequences of its decision for the fight against the true terrorist groups in the region,” Mousavi concluded.
On April 30th, the German Interior ministry announced that all Hezbollah activities are banned in Germany, including political ones.
The move was hailed by both Washington and Tel’Aviv.
Activities of the group’s military wing have been banned in the European Union since 2013.
“Hezbollah openly calls for the violent elimination of the State of Israel and questions the right of the State of Israel to exist,” the German interior ministry said.
On the morning of May 1st, shortly before Iran’s response, Syria reported that Israel has targeted Hezbollah outposts in Syria, with potential casualties and disruption.
Up until now Germany refrained from any sort of actions that play into the “maximum pressure” campaign carried out by the United States against Iran. This action underlines that the vehement supporter of the effectiveness of the Iran Nuclear Deal may be switching camps to the US-led agenda on the matter.
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southfront--2020-05-01--Trump Says He’s Seen Evidence That COVID-19 Originated In Wuhan’s Lab

On April 30th , US President Donald Trump said that he had seen evidence that COVID-19 did , in fact , originate in the Wuhan Institute of Virology .
“ Have you seen anything at this point that gives you a high degree of confidence that the [ Wuhan lab ] was the origin ?
” “ Yes , I have… Yeah I have , and I think the WHO should be ashamed of themselves because they were like the public relations agency for China.
” “ They shouldn ’ t be making excuses when people make horrible mistakes , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thousands of people around the world to die , ” the president continued .
“ I think the World Health Organization should be ashamed of themselves.
” Later on , when the reporter asked for more information , Trump responded that he is not allowed to say anything more .
Earlier , Trump was asked whether Chinese President Xi Jinping should be held responsible for the coronavirus outbreak .
And it should be reminded that ZeroHedge faced repercussions for saying specifically what Trump admitted , but back in March .
In the US @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Democrat Gretchen Whitmer issued an extension to the lockdown until May 28th , and faced strong opposition from protesters .
The cases in New Jersey , also keep rising , with the death toll also rising .
California ’ s COVID-19 deaths spiked again yesterday to 95 , while the number of positive cases climbed 5.2 % , as both deaths and cases in the state spiked above the medium-term average for the second day in a row .
The Wall Street Journal reported that the US Department of Defense had ordered @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a “ worst case scenario.
” The US has been stockpiling these body bags since the beginning of the administration ’ s response to the outbreak in the US .
Trump said he expected the virus could cost as many as 70,000 lives , though the US appears on track to surpass that number by a wide margin .
Some states , at the same time are showing signs of improving , and lockdowns are about to be lifted in some , such as Georgia .
Governor Brian Kemp , however , said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to remain at home until at least June 12th .
Another one of Kemp ’ s orders , also extended through June , bars visitors and nonessential workers from entering nursing homes , restricts group activities and meals and requires any worker who tests positive for the virus to be quarantined .
“ I felt like the negative effects of not having our economy starting to open up was beginning to have the same weight as the virus itself , especially if you weren ’ t in the medically fragile category or someone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he said .
“ For most of the rest of Georgia , the effect has been minimal.
” In the EU , Sweden called on the European Union to investigate the causes behind the COVID-19 pandemic , which prompted a sharp response from China .
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On April 30th, US President Donald Trump said that he had seen evidence that COVID-19 did, in fact, originate in the Wuhan Institute of Virology.
“Have you seen anything at this point that gives you a high degree of confidence that the [Wuhan lab] was the origin?” To which Trump responded: “Yes, I have… Yeah I have, and I think the WHO should be ashamed of themselves because they were like the public relations agency for China.” “They shouldn’t be making excuses when people make horrible mistakes, especially mistakes that are causing hundreds of thousands of people around the world to die,” the president continued. “I think the World Health Organization should be ashamed of themselves.”
Later on, when the reporter asked for more information, Trump responded that he is not allowed to say anything more.
Earlier, Trump was asked whether Chinese President Xi Jinping should be held responsible for the coronavirus outbreak.
“I don’t want to say that, but certainly it could have been stopped,” the president said. “I wish they stopped it. The whole world wishes they stopped it.”
And it should be reminded that ZeroHedge faced repercussions for saying specifically what Trump admitted, but back in March.
Never forget that @zerohedge got banned for saying this almost two months ago.https://t.co/sYgApMKIEs — Pomp ? (@APompliano) April 30, 2020
In the US’ fight against COVID-19, Michigan government, Democrat Gretchen Whitmer issued an extension to the lockdown until May 28th, and faced strong opposition from protesters.
Officers took protestors temperatures as they entered the Capitol building in Lansing. pic.twitter.com/8sBngaYse0 — Leon Hendrix (@LeonHendrix) April 30, 2020
The cases in New Jersey, also keep rising, with the death toll also rising.
Sadly, today we must report 460 additional deaths from #COVID19. We’ve now lost 7,228 precious members of our New Jersey family to this virus. pic.twitter.com/qk2kQk3ivU — Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) April 30, 2020
NEW: We’ve received 2,633 new positive #COVID19 test results, bringing our statewide total to 118,652. pic.twitter.com/wkUKgF3N22 — Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) April 30, 2020
California’s COVID-19 deaths spiked again yesterday to 95, while the number of positive cases climbed 5.2%, as both deaths and cases in the state spiked above the medium-term average for the second day in a row.
The Wall Street Journal reported that the US Department of Defense had ordered 100,000 body bags, in preparation for a “worst case scenario.”
The US has been stockpiling these body bags since the beginning of the administration’s response to the outbreak in the US. Trump said he expected the virus could cost as many as 70,000 lives, though the US appears on track to surpass that number by a wide margin.
Some states, at the same time are showing signs of improving, and lockdowns are about to be lifted in some, such as Georgia.
Governor Brian Kemp, however, said that the elderly and medically fragile need to remain at home until at least June 12th.
“What we’ve done has worked,” Kemp said in the interview. “It’s given us time to build our hospital infrastructure capacity, get ventilators and ramp up testing. That’s what really drove our decision.”
Another one of Kemp’s orders, also extended through June, bars visitors and nonessential workers from entering nursing homes, restricts group activities and meals and requires any worker who tests positive for the virus to be quarantined.
“I felt like the negative effects of not having our economy starting to open up was beginning to have the same weight as the virus itself, especially if you weren’t in the medically fragile category or someone in a long-term care facility,” he said. “For most of the rest of Georgia, the effect has been minimal.”
In the EU, Sweden called on the European Union to investigate the causes behind the COVID-19 pandemic, which prompted a sharp response from China.
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southfront--2020-05-01--Ships roar their support as #HeroesAtSeaShoutout campaign rings out across the world

In scenes not heard for generations people living in port cities around the world today experienced a rousing collective roar of appreciation for seafarers , the unsung heroes during the current Covid-19 pandemic .
May 1 – International Workers ’ Day – was chosen as the day to celebrate the work of seafarers .
The # HeroesAtSeaShoutout campaign organised by the International Chamber of Shipping ( ICS ) and the International Transport Workers ’ Federation ( ITF ) urged ships to blow their horn in port at midday today .
Guy Platten , secretary general of the ICS , commented @ @ @ @ @ @ @ heroes of global trade and we must not forget the contribution that they are making every day to keep our countries supplied with the goods that we need .
The sounding of a ships ’ horn in ports on the day that the world recognises the contribution of workers is an ideal way to remind us all of their sacrifice.
” Tens of thousands of seafarers have been unable to get home thanks to strict quarantine rules brought into place following the spread of coronavirus around the world .
Kitack Lim , secretary-general @ @ @ @ @ @ @ last month that seafarers have been on the “ front line ’ ’ of the global fight against the pandemic .
Lim has written to all IMO member states , urging them to recognise all seafarers as key workers , remove any barriers to their documentation and lift national travel restrictions so that they can get home on conclusion of their contracts , and rejoin their families .
Stephen Cotton , general secretary of the ITF , commented , “ Governments should see this as a call to action to facilitate crew changes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that they can continue to keep supply chains moving in these unprecedented times.
” Applauding today ’ s # HeroesAtSeaShoutout initiative , Dr Kostas Gkonis , secretary general of international dry bulk association Intercargo , said : “ Such initiatives remind our valued seafarers that they are not alone .
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In scenes not heard for generations people living in port cities around the world today experienced a rousing collective roar of appreciation for seafarers, the unsung heroes during the current Covid-19 pandemic.
Singapore at 1200 local today 01 May – brilliant for our #HeroesAtSeaShoutout pic.twitter.com/5xvtgehrZD — Guy Platten (@guyplatten) May 1, 2020
May 1 – International Workers’ Day – was chosen as the day to celebrate the work of seafarers. The #HeroesAtSeaShoutout campaign organised by the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) urged ships to blow their horn in port at midday today.
Guy Platten, secretary general of the ICS, commented, “Our seafarers are the unsung heroes of global trade and we must not forget the contribution that they are making every day to keep our countries supplied with the goods that we need. The sounding of a ships’ horn in ports on the day that the world recognises the contribution of workers is an ideal way to remind us all of their sacrifice.”
Tens of thousands of seafarers have been unable to get home thanks to strict quarantine rules brought into place following the spread of coronavirus around the world.
Kitack Lim, secretary-general of the International Maritime Organization, said last month that seafarers have been on the “front line’’ of the global fight against the pandemic.
Lim has written to all IMO member states, urging them to recognise all seafarers as key workers, remove any barriers to their documentation and lift national travel restrictions so that they can get home on conclusion of their contracts, and rejoin their families.
Stephen Cotton, general secretary of the ITF, commented, “Governments should see this as a call to action to facilitate crew changes and the free movement of seafarers so that they can continue to keep supply chains moving in these unprecedented times.”
Applauding today’s #HeroesAtSeaShoutout initiative, Dr Kostas Gkonis, secretary general of international dry bulk association Intercargo, said: “Such initiatives remind our valued seafarers that they are not alone.”
Our APL VANCOUVER just sound her horn in #Singapore to support heroes of global trade #LaborDay #HeroesAtSeaShoutOut
Thank you to all workers and seafarers for their vital work. pic.twitter.com/t1TYgEGaE6 — CMA CGM Group (@cmacgm) May 1, 2020
Our team o/b ‘Iron Phoenix’ led by Capt. Harish Lohani, sounds the horn at noon (LT) in support of 1.6 million #UnsungHeroes of global trade & to recognize their efforts keeping supply chains open during the pandemic! #HeroesAtSeaShoutout #LabourDay2020 @Capt_Unni @shippingics pic.twitter.com/sAnEajjrb7 — Synergy Marine Group (@SynergyGroup06) May 1, 2020
#HeroesAtSeaShoutOut: Happy #LabourDay to all our seafarers and essential workers! Today, together with many others worldwide, PIL’s vessels at port have sounded their horns at 12pm to honour and recognise our sea-colleagues who continue to sail during this challenging period. pic.twitter.com/SxR8EN3LiC — PIL_SINGAPORE (@PilSingapore) May 1, 2020
Whistle blowing by ships at Singapore, A gesture of solidarity to recognise all seafarers across the globe, who are the unsung heroes of global trade.#LabourDay #cobid19 #HeroesAtSeaShoutout pic.twitter.com/02ysacl50P — istafa khan (@IstafaKhan33) May 1, 2020
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