Israel's decision point

[Christina]

US: Russia's S-300 missile sale to Iran marks Israel's decision pointDecember 23, 2008, 11:22 AM (GMT+02:00) Russian SA-300 long-range anti-air missile in actionAn American military intelligence official says Russia's sale of S-300 long-range missiles to Iran presents a "decision point for Israel, since once the anti-aircraft system is in place it could deter any strike" against Iran's nuclear sites. In this first gloomy statement, the American source did not rule out such a strike but implied it would be more difficult.State department spokesman Robert Wood said Monday, Dec. 22: "We have repeatedly made clear… that we would strongly oppose the sale of S-300." US officials warned the missiles installed within Iran's borders could reach American troops in Iraq and Afghanistan and shift the Middle East military balance of power.DEBKAfile's military sources point to the confusion contrived by Moscow about the state of the consignment. Nonetheless, an American source said Tuesday: "The US believes it is taking place." In Moscow, a "military-diplomatic source" said Monday the S-300 systems are being packed up and prepared for shipment to Iran: "S-300 air defense systems," he added, "are expected to be delivered from the defense ministry's warehouses." The latter statement indicates that the missiles going to Iran are coming out of Russia's own emergency stores and not waiting to come off production lines. In response to media reports regarding the sale of S-300 systems to Iran, Vyacheslav Davidenko, spokesman of the Rosoboronexport arms exporters, said Monday without mentioning the missile by name: "At present exclusively defense systems, air defense systems fall within this category, are supplied to Iran," adding: The Tor-M1 missile aid defense systems were earlier supplied to Iran."DEBKAfile's military sources draw two conclusions from the Russian official's comment: One, that Moscow first sold Tehran a short-range air defense system and is now following up with the long-range S-300 to round off the full range of its air defenses; and two, a sales pitch is advising the Arab regimes to count on Russia - rather than America - to look after their defensive requirements for important strategic sites just like Iran. The same message was conveyed by the gift of 10 MiG-29 fighter jets Moscow made to Lebanon earlier this month.The Russian government's actions refute the soothing assurance by its Tel Aviv ambassador who denied Moscow planned a missile transaction with Iran or had begun deliveries.

 

[Christina]

Report From Jerusalem The way it looks in Israel News came out of the Knesset today that we should expect an invasion by the IDF into Gaza some time soon. For the past seven years missiles have been flying out of Gaza into Jewish towns and Kibbutz traumatizing our children, one would think it was about time even for this weak failed Israeli Kadima Government to do something. The question seems to be what the IDF will be allowed to accomplish before Israel buckles under the pressure of the US and UN. Some say it will be an all out invasion to destroy Hamas and retake the Gaza Strip, while others say it will be an IAF pinpoint precession attacks with limited ground forces. What the air attacks means to us here in Israel is a lot of empty buildings will be bombed “again” and the Prime Minister will get back on TV and tell everyone what a great thing he has done. Then the next day our kids will be running for bomb shelters as Hamas and other Islamic Terrorists groups continue sending missiles and rockets at us. If I hear Ehud Barack our Defense Minister say again that he knows when and how to respond I will become sick. But there are some really important things to be considered, if the IDF masses a large amount of forces in the south, it will weaken our front in the north for Lebanon, Hezbollah and Syria to attack and we are told that they are ready and waiting. This gives Israel two fronts to fight on at the same time. Many are concerned that Iran will join in with their missiles and possibly with nukes, but I can’t see that happening, it would be complete suicide for Iran to launch an attack. But on the other hand we are not talking about responsible sane people, these are Islamist nuts who think to commit suicide serving Allah or by killing Jews is a sure way to get their 72 virgins. While all this is happening there is a real possibility that Iran is positioning itself with boats and dirty bombs near US Harbors. Some have even told me that they can now launch missiles from a commercial container ship or super tanker once in range of the US coast line. One thing is certain, the world is about to change in a big way. Don’t allow yourself to fall asleep instead you must be diligent and try your very best to prepare for your family. As for investments God’s Kingdom is your best investment, you would of course expect me to say that, but it is the greatest truth you can hear at this time. With the economy being destroyed by the Illuminate (New World Order Bankers) many have already begun blaming the Jews for all their misfortune. I read the Nazi skin heads in Russia are becoming a real threat to the Jews. We know that the Nazi skin heads in Germany and throughout all of Europe are growing by large numbers daily as the anti-Jewish propaganda continues to mount and the ugly evil of anti-Semitism spreads. Folks in case you are not aware, it don’t look very good for the US either, the dollar is about to take its final fall. The average person in the US doesn’t have a clue what he or she is about to be faced with. Even many who think they know how to make it will be surprised for things will get much worse than anyone expects. Emphasis will be placed mostly on survival. As Believers who are being warned you will have the opportunity to be a great witness for Yeshua instead of digging in the garbage for food with the rest. Possibly your biggest threat will be the criminal element who will come to rob and steal what you have. Even with a Russian nuclear attack or a few dirty bombs the masses who will survive will be faced with finding water and food for their families. I know the average American cannot accept this as a possibility but let me be the first to tell them “wake up”. There is a purpose far higher than your survival and that is your witness as a Believer. For this Ministry it is to save Jewish lives for God has called and ordained this Ministry to touch the Apple of His Eye. As we move closer into the end times and many things begin to happen none of which will we like, more and more “Christian Eyes” will be focused on Jerusalem. Shalom, jerry golden

 

[tim_from_pa]

Everyone knows, including Russia, that the Middle East is a very volatile place. And then Russia turns around and does stuff like this behind backs to make the situation worse. They always support the enemies of Israel with questionable characters. Of course they probably say the same about us with Israel. But at least Israel is more like us with their governance. Some of these nations that Russia supports I think many would agree are run by dictatorial people with more than a few screws loose. What does that say about Russia's motives and judgment?

 

[Dagda]

Somber news. And a good cause to pray to God, and ask him to save us humans from our own foolishness, lest we destroy ourselves out of fear, hate and pride.

 

[AusDisciple]

My family think I am nuts for even listening to what they term 'conspiracy THEORIES'. Dad thinks I have lost the plot with my new-found faith in Christ and Mum won't even let me begin any conversation that is even remotely about my faith!!I have been praying for them and recently, after getting a ride home from my parents place with my Auntie, I had the opportunity to have a chat with her about everything I have learnt about and about my faith. The good news is that she believes in the NWO stuff but the BEST news is that she is more than open to discussing my faith in God! .... and she and Mum are always in communication!I will continue to pray for my Auntie to be open to the work of the Holy Spirit and that she may be a doorway for my parents to hear the truth about God.Meanwhile, I will continue to spend my time investing in the Kingdom of Heaven and will be alert to the signs of the end times and the 'things of this world' without being mislead by them.

 

[Dagda]

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My family think I am nuts for even listening to what they term 'conspiracy THEORIES'. Dad thinks I have lost the plot with my new-found faith in Christ and Mum won't even let me begin any conversation that is even remotely about my faith!!I have been praying for them and recently, after getting a ride home from my parents place with my Auntie, I had the opportunity to have a chat with her about everything I have learnt about and about my faith. The good news is that she believes in the NWO stuff but the BEST news is that she is more than open to discussing my faith in God! .... and she and Mum are always in communication!I will continue to pray for my Auntie to be open to the work of the Holy Spirit and that she may be a doorway for my parents to hear the truth about God.Meanwhile, I will continue to spend my time investing in the Kingdom of Heaven and will be alert to the signs of the end times and the 'things of this world' without being mislead by them.
Good thinking. They just WANT you to think there's a conspiracy so that you don't pay too much attention to all the bad things that happen without the help of centuries-old ancient plots for world domination.I kid. Keep seeking the truth- it's not that it's hidden, it's that we have trouble seeing clearly.