August 2020 – Page 41 – THE OVAL CIRCLE

World

‘I’m KNEELING for you,’ Lukashenko tells supporters at a rally, warning Belarus will ‘die as a country’ if a repeat vote happens

Posted on August 17, 2020August 17, 2020By Editor

President Alexander Lukashenko has said that Belarus will cease to exist as a country if authorities concede to demands for a new election. He also warned about NATO troops at the nation’s border. … Read More >‘I’m KNEELING for you,’ Lukashenko tells supporters at a rally, warning Belarus will ‘die as a country’ if a repeat vote happens

Scuffles, arrests in Jerusalem as people protest against PM Netanyahu for 8th consecutive week (VIDEO)

Posted on August 17, 2020August 17, 2020By Editor

Thousands rallied against Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday as anger over his alleged corruption and response to Covid-19 continues to boil in the streets. Several people were arrested when police dispersed protesters. … Read More >Scuffles, arrests in Jerusalem as people protest against PM Netanyahu for 8th consecutive week (VIDEO)

World

Disturbing VIDEOS show fatal incident at Belarus rally. Opposition says protester was shot; officials insist he hurt himself

Posted on August 17, 2020August 17, 2020By Editor

Videos posted online show the chilling moment a young protester falls to the ground during clashes with police in Belarus. His death has sparked outrage across the country grappling with post-election protests. … Read More >Disturbing VIDEOS show fatal incident at Belarus rally. Opposition says protester was shot; officials insist he hurt himself

IDF carries out bombings of Gaza in retaliation for missile, incendiary balloon launches; new restrictions applied

Posted on August 17, 2020August 17, 2020By Editor

The Israeli military has launched airstrikes at “terror targets” in Gaza, responding to missile attacks coming from the Palestinian territory. This week marked an escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas. … Read More >IDF carries out bombings of Gaza in retaliation for missile, incendiary balloon launches; new restrictions applied

Lebanon will get US financial aid after blast only if it conducts ‘systemic reforms’ – official

Posted on August 17, 2020August 17, 2020By Editor

The US and its “international partners” will offer financial aid to Lebanon, which is struggling to deal with the economic fallout of the massive port blast — but only if it commits to “real change,” a senior US official said. … Read More >Lebanon will get US financial aid after blast only if it conducts ‘systemic reforms’ – official

Rockets fall inside Iraq’s Taji camp housing US-led coalition troops – reports

Posted on August 17, 2020August 17, 2020By Editor

At least two unguided rockets fell inside Iraq’s Taji military base that houses US troops, local media has reported, citing the country’s military. No information on damage or potential casualties was immediately available. … Read More >Rockets fall inside Iraq’s Taji camp housing US-led coalition troops – reports

Videos

What Th3y D0n’t Want Y0u T0 S33 / Shad0wGat3

Posted on August 16, 2020August 16, 2020By Editor

What Th3y D0n’t Want Y0u T0 S33 / Shad0wGat3 … Read More >What Th3y D0n’t Want Y0u T0 S33 / Shad0wGat3

Go East! Investment guru Jim Rogers bullish on Russia’s Far East & Siberia

Posted on August 16, 2020August 16, 2020By Editor

The Russian market offers a lot of investment opportunities in this time of global economic uncertainty, says legendary investor Jim Rogers. He called for a closer look at Russia’s domestic tourism and the economy of the Far East. … Read More >Go East! Investment guru Jim Rogers bullish on Russia’s Far East & Siberia

China ‘locomotive’ to power global post-pandemic recovery – Swiss economist

Posted on August 16, 2020August 16, 2020By Editor

The Chinese market has become an important global growth driver because of its size and its continuing expansion, according to the chief economist at Swiss national business federation Economiesuisse, Rudolf Minsch. … Read More >China ‘locomotive’ to power global post-pandemic recovery – Swiss economist

USA

Infowars reporter Millie Weaver ‘arrested’ mid-premiere of her whistleblowing investigation into ‘shadow government’

Posted on August 16, 2020August 16, 2020By Editor

Investigative reporter Millie Weaver and her husband have reportedly been arrested at the same time her documentary on the US “shadow government” was being screened on YouTube, sending Conservative Twitter into theory overdrive. … Read More >Infowars reporter Millie Weaver ‘arrested’ mid-premiere of her whistleblowing investigation into ‘shadow government’