A Muirlands Middle School student in San Diego, California has been suspended and completely banned from future sporting events after wearing “war paint” on his face at a La Jolla High School football game. The student had simply painted his face as many do in support of the local high school’s football team.

According to Muirland Middle School’s principal, however, this is a clear-cut case of blackface. Here’s the picture of the youth:

It is interesting, that this is a “clear-cut” case of blackface. This young man has obviously left large areas uncovered and is showing an intentional pattern. Eye black is commonly used by football players to defect the sun’s or bright lights’ glare.

Eye black, while originally used to help block bright glares, has more recently been used by some players and fans as intimidation. war paint, and team spirit. Mississippi State lineman:

The student who was banned from future sporting events wasn’t the only student to have a painted face there, and there were no reports of him displaying bad behavior at the game. In fact, security guards and police officers were present the entire night without incident, according to a report by LibsofTikTok.

One security guard, who happens to be of African American descent, even reportedly joked with the student to make his “spikes” bigger by adding more paint. No one seemed to take the kid’s face paint as anything other than the typical war paint often seen at all football games. It wasn’t until the student’s parent was called into the principal’s office the next week that there was any indication that there was an issue with the student’s face paint.

Convinced it was a misunderstanding, the parent explained that a fellow student had painted the 13-year-old’s face as an expression of school spirit – the style of paint for sporting events had become a trend on TikTok – and showed the above photo to the principal. Unfortunately, the principal remained adamant that suspension of the student would be necessary, and the photo proved to be “blackface.” –LibsofTikTok.

Take a look at the suspension notice given by the middle school. Notice the box checked that reads “Offensive comment; intent to harm.” Intent to harm what? His own pores?

The principal’s comment is almost laughable too. “No place for hate presentation.” It’s football paint; not hate. When did it become OK to call eye black a “hate incident?” This young man looks like he’s going to a soccer game or a football game. It’s pretty obvious he’s not wearing “blackface.”

This is an example of blackface. The picture is of Canadian ruler Justin Trudeau wearing blackface.

Attorney Karin Sweigart with Dhillon Law said that the Supreme Court has several times dealt with the issue of students’ off-campus speech. There are serious constitutional problems with what the school did even with regard to California law. “[Muirland Middle School is] really not on very solid ground. Their acts are very constitutionally suspect.” Karin said. “I never thought I’d have a niche practice in blackface cases, but that’s something we dealt with a couple of times.”

The school seems like it just wanted to make an example out of the young man, regardless of whether he had harmful intent or not, and he obviously did not. “My son’s name needs to be cleared,” said the kid’s parent. “It’s reckless to assume the worst in a child only because he’s white…With such a serious allegation you would think there would be a thorough investigation of intent from all parties.”

It is unbelievable that while this world has two wars raging that could explode any second, is teetering on an economic collapse of epic proportions, and the ruling classes continue to push to the total and complete enslavement of humanity that the sociopaths in San Diego find it necessary to focus their efforts on young men who enjoy watching sports.

At the risk of stating the obvious, when things truly fall apart, life after SHTF won’t be pleasant. You’d think…

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What we are witnessing is truly frightening.  In my entire lifetime, I have never seen as much hate as I have over the past few weeks.  It is almost as if a very large chunk of the global population has suddenly gone mad.  But of course all of this hate did not come out of a vacuum.  It has been simmering for many years, and now the war in the Middle East has brought it to the surface.  Humans were created to love and to be loved, and so if you find yourself consumed with hatred you are part of the problem.  Of course we knew that this global explosion of hate would be coming.  The Bible warns us repeatedly about what the condition of humanity will be like in the end times.  One example of this can be found in Matthew chapter 24…

⁸ All these are the beginning of sorrows.

⁹ Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations for my name’s sake.

¹⁰ And then shall many be offended, and shall betray one another, and shall hate one another.

When Jesus spoke these words, He was speaking to Jewish believers.

And right now we are seeing a tremendous outpouring of hatred toward Jews and Bible-believing Christians all over the planet.

October 7th was not a one time thing.

Ultimately, radical Muslims will never be satisfied until they have annihilated every single person that is not willing to submit to Islam.

Even though their focus is on wiping out Jewish people living in the land of Israel right now, it will definitely not end there.

So the things that Hamas official Ghazi Hamad recently said on LBC TV should chill all of us to the core…

Ghazi Hamad of the Hamas political bureau said in an October 24, 2023 show on LBC TV (Lebanon) that Hamas is prepared to repeat the October 7 “Al-Aqsa Flood” Operation time and again until Israel is annihilated. He added that Palestinians are willing to pay the price and that they are “proud to sacrifice martyrs.” Hamad said that Palestinians are the victims of the occupation, therefore no one should blame them for the events of October 7 or anything else, adding: “Everything we do is justified.”

 

This is a man that has been totally consumed by hatred.

And there are millions upon millions of others just like him all over the world.

Since October 7th, we have seen an explosion of anti-Jewish acts that is truly unprecedented…

In Los Angeles, a man screaming “kill Jews” attempts to break into a family’s home. In London, girls in a playground are told they are “stinking Jews” and should stay off the slide. In China, posts likening Jews to parasites, vampires or snakes proliferate on social media, attracting thousands of “likes”.

These are examples of incidents of antisemitism, which have surged globally since the attack by Hamas gunmen on southern Israel on Oct. 7 and subsequent war on the Islamist group launched by Israel in the Gaza Strip.

Thanks to very foolish immigration policies, major cities all over the western world are now absolutely teeming with radical Muslims.

We have been warned for a long time that this would cause massive problems, and now Jewish communities everywhere are living in fear.

In France, large numbers of homes and businesses that are owned by Jewish people are being marked with paint…

France already documented 819 ‘latent’ antisemitic attacks since the war between Hamas and Israel began on October 7, according to Minister of the Interior Gérald Darmanin.

In Jewish homes on the outskirts of Paris, multiple blue Stars of David have been painted on homes and stone fences.

Swastikas have also been sprayed next to Jewish institutions, and students have been publicly harassed outside of Jewish schools.

Sadly, this isn’t just happening in France.

Similar things are taking place in Germany…

Recent weeks have seen Germany’s chancellor, Olaf Scholz, vow to take a “zero tolerance” approach to antisemitism, citing the responsibility towards Israel given Germany’s role as the perpetrator of the Holocaust, in which six million Jews were murdered.

Other national leaders have echoed those concerns.

In recent days Scholz has doubled down on the pledge, after assailants hurled two molotov cocktails at a synagogue in central Berlin and the Star of David was found daubed on the facades of several buildings where Jews live in Berlin.

There is no rational way to explain the intensity of this hatred.

And that is because it is spiritually inspired.

If you find yourself hating Jews or Christians, it is probably because you have opened up a door to very dark spiritual forces.

Unfortunately, what we have witnessed so far is just the beginning.

As the war in the Middle East really ramps up, I believe that we will see some truly dramatic terror attacks all over the world.

On Tuesday, FBI Director Christopher Wray warned members of Congress that the threat of terrorism inside the United States has reached “a whole other level”…

Terrorist threats against the U.S. reached “a whole other level” after the Hamas attack on Israel, FBI Director Christopher A. Wray told Congress on Tuesday, saying the big players in terrorism have all renewed calls to attack America and its interests.

He said the level of threats has heightened since President Biden took office, though U.S. law enforcement is “better prepared to deal with them.”

“The reality is that the terrorism threat has been elevated throughout 2023, but the ongoing war in the Middle East has raised the threat of attack on Americans to a whole other level,” Mr. Wray said.

From this point forward, things are going to start getting really crazy.

We really are living in the end times.

But that is not bad news.

God warned us about all of these things in advance, He has a plan, and He is in control.

So even though darkness is rapidly growing all over the world, we should never give in to fear.

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Today I’ve got something really important to share…

A Complete Guide On Finding (& Using) A Tactical Pen

Because a tactical is deadly in the right set of hands…

But in the wrong set of hands, it’s a harmless writing instrument.

So if you want to carry a “less-than-lethal” self-defense weapon, you can’t do much better than a Tactical Pen.

It’s an everyday use item and a weapon hiding a plain sight.

So why not upgrade one of the most common things we all carry around…

TOPICS IN THIS GUIDE…    ↓(click to jump)

• 7 Best Tactical Pens Today
• Brief Defense Pen History
• What Makes A Pen Tactical?
• Why EVERYONE Should Carry
• Tactical Pen Uses In Real Life
• Best Self-Defense Pen Techniques
• Do’s & Don’ts Of Defense Pens
• Even More Tactical Pen Advice
• Dispelling Common Myths…

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Best Tactical Pens On The Market Today 

Once someone decides to carry a self-defense pen, they want the “best.”

The key features to look for are:

• Made Of Solid Alloy Construction
• High Quality Grip Design
• The Pen Functions As A Pen
• Discrete

If it has those features, it’s one of the best.

• The body of the pen should be a machined steel solid alloy so it won’t break under intense pressure.
• The grip must prevent slippage when using it for self-defense.
• It needs to be discrete and function well as a pen.
• You want replaceable ink cartridges for long-term usage.
• And ideally it has a carbide tip glass breaker.

After these hurdles are met, the best tactical pen is affordable and one you’ll happily carry daily.

Here are a few of the “best” tactical pens on the market today:

↓ Ape Survival Strikepen Review

↓ Smith & Wesson Tactical Pen Review

↓ TakeFlight Tactical Pen  Review

↓ The Atomic Bear: SWAT Pen Review

↓ Sminker Pen Review

↓ CRKT Williams Tactical Pen Overview

↓ Gerber Impromptu Tactical Pen

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A Brief Tactical Pen History Lesson (a.k.a KUBOTAN)

In the late 60s, Soke Takayuki Kubota invented a simple weapon called a Kubotan.

Combined with some basic locks and pressure point strikes a Kubotan is incredibly effective.

It can easily turn someone into a whimpering heap of jelly.

Most people recognize these implements as small key-chain attachments.

Ones usually blunt at one end and taper to a dull point on the other.

Kubotans are particularly useful for a few reasons:

1. They are easy to conceal by fitting into small pockets.
2. 2. When used correctly, they hurt like hell.

When used incorrectly, they still hurt like hell.

They’re also cheap.

And the techniques are easy to learn.

On top of that, practicing with a Kubotan teaches us something paramount about survival and combat.

Even simple, mundane objects can be a potent means of self-defense.

Being a creative survivalist is about thinking outside the box.

IT’s breaking down preconceptions of what it means to survive.

And a weapon can be anything…

Akeychain, a tactical pen, a pencil, a railroad spike, a drill bit, or a coffee mug.

What you use is less important than HOW you use it.

So what’s the best option to carry a Kubotan?

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What Makes A Pen Tactical?

It’s a Kubotan disguised as a pen.

Like Kubatan’s, they’re forged from hardened metal.

The metal is stamped with tight friction grooves to improve grip.

The non-writing end of the pen incorporates a hardened tip.

This tip is the primary weapon.

• It’s designed to penetrate and injure.
• It’s made to puncture and incapacitate.

Few products can offer you as much utility.

Not only is it a mean weapon that can poke, prod, twist, and stab anyone dumb enough to get on the wrong side of it.

But it is also one of man’s greatest inventions:

The pen.

It’s known as a “survivor’s multi-tool” that serves several purposes.

Other survivor multi-tools can include survival hatchets, sword canes, dogs, walking sticks, matches or lighters, and anything with two or more functions.

And as we all know, the pen is mightier than the sword, or so they say.

But what could be mightier than a pen in the right hands?

That is a question I cannot answer.

To me, it’s a fantastic personal protection tool.

Why Everyone Should Carry One

Being fully armed and ready to defend yourself at all times is no easy task.

In our modern world, most people are disarmed.

Often because social and political regulations forbid open carry.

The harsh reality is you can’t legally carry guns (or other weapons) everywhere.

But there are solutions to these restrictions.

Even if you’re already a highly trained martial artist whose hands and feet are weapons, having a self-defense pen is always a welcome advantage.

And that’s why you should carry one.

↓ How To Use A Tactical Pen For Beginners

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Best Tactical Pen Uses In Today’s World 

The primary use is straightforward.

It’s a device for self-defense and writing.

But there are two other lesser-known uses, such as:

Breaking Glass

Just grip the pen firmly in a gloved hand, stand back against the same wall the glass is off to one side.

Now swing your arm from the elbow like a pendulum.

Slamming the pointed metal tip into the corner of a pane.

The glass should shatter with ease.

DNA Collection

Believe it or not, these fancy little self-defense tools come with a built-in device for tracking an assailant.

Some self-defense pens even have a crown-studded end cap ideal for scraping, jabbing, scratching, stabbing, and attacking.

Leaving blood or flesh behind that can be analyzed by a lab.

And here are the 10 most useful features:

1. They are discrete; people will overlook them and let you carry them almost anywhere.
2. They’re difficult to pry from your tight grip because they fit almost entirely into the palm of your hand.
3. You can write checks and sign documents on the fly or jot down notes about your most recent survival adventures.
4. Self Defense pens are concealed weapons in your pocket and are extracted quickly without much movement.
5. They are ideal for attacking someone’s pressure points and twisting uncomfortably against bones.
6. If someone commits a crime and steals off in a getaway vehicle, you can quickly scribble down their license plate on your hand before they get away.
7. Self-defense pens get overlooked as a weapon in pat-downs.
8. People rarely see a pen attack coming – you have the element of surprise.
9. They’re exceptionally efficient for this purpose if you need to break a window (for whatever reason).
10. With some practice, they could make a decent projectile. I feel like that’s a stretch, though.

Using one for self-defense is easier than you might imagine.

Unlike most forms of martial arts weaponry, this small weapon does not require memorizing complicated forms, hand-grabs, or punching techniques (although knowing those would help you become proficient much faster).

Tactical Pen Techniques Worth Mastering

The techniques are pretty simple and can be learned by anybody.

Practicing these simple moves can be fun IF you’re careful not to hurt each other.

Even running through them a few times can significantly improve your ability.

Note: I’ll share a few short videos later in this article to help get you started.

Here are some general ways in which you can use one:

Slashing

They are self-explanatory but can be used as makeshift tactical knives or swords.

It can be swung strikingly, down being the strongest move.

Although there’s no blade, the pen will still do real damage when you connect with someone’s head.

Especially with a solid over-the-shoulder swing.

↓ How To Effectively Use A Tactical Pen For Self Defense

Pressure Point Striking

This is a method that requires some background knowledge and practice.

Pressure points can be debilitating when pinched or pressed.

If done right, it doesn’t take much force.

↓ Using Pens For Striking and Clinching

Knowing how to use your pen to target these human weak spots gives you an incredible advantage.

Knowing the pressure points could save your life at the right opportunity.

Check out this video on a few self-defense pressure points.

↓ Pressure Point Self Defense & Combinations

Stabbing

This motion is obvious, but the best target locations might not be.

Aim for the eyes, and if you connect, the fight will end.

Another vulnerable location is someone’s Adam’s apple.

It’s hard to fight if you can’t see and/or breathe.

Here’s another short video showing a few techniques:

↓ Pressure Point Self-Defense With A Pen

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The Do’s And Don’ts Of Defense Pens

Things you SHOULD DO:

Carry One Or More

You can store this defense tool in many sneaky places.

Sure, you could always carry just one with you.

Or you could get one for your bug-out bag, one for your bug-out vehicle.

Keep one for your office, one for your home, and one for your survival cache.

Hell, you could even keep one in your survival medical kit.

Use Your Pen Creatively

There is no defined “right” or “wrong” way to use a self-defense pen.

A “How To Use Tactical Pen For Dummies” does not exist.

So feel free to get creative and imagine unique ways to use your pen.

Picture yourself in various self-defense situations.

A creative survivalist is a survivalist who survives.

Practice With It Often

If you want to be any good at anything, you need to put in practice time.

Anyone can wield a self-defense pen.

But there’s a big difference between randomly slashing and thrusting vs. mastering it.

And while no one is saying you have to be a master, learning and practicing basic techniques is important.

Things you SHOULD NOT DO:

Consider This Your Primary Weapon

No one has ever marched into battle armed with a jubilee of pens.

They are never a primary weapon but an ideal last resort.

Get Too Attached To It

Any incognito weapon is liable to get confiscated.

Whether it is a pen, a cane sword, or a sleeve pistol, anything that hides or disguises a weapon is a target for seizure.

Be careful where you bring your pen; it is a weapon.

There are places where it is downright unacceptable to carry a weapon.

And although it is a pen, it doesn’t exactly look like a regular pen.

And if you get caught trying to sneak this weapon somewhere you’re not supposed to, there could be severe consequences.

Expect The Pen To Write Flawlessly

In a pinch, using a regular pen is better than nothing.

But don’t practice techniques and then go cheap and carry around a lame plastic ballpoint pen expecting it to function on the same level.

Standard pens don’t have the strength or durability to perform as those engineered by weapons manufacturers.

The bottom line is:

Regular pens make poor self-defense tools.

Even More Tactical Pen Advice

They’re Not Illegal, But They’re Still A Weapon

So please don’t use them as a toy or abuse their power.

You can seriously hurt someone by “messing around.”

And I’ve said it before, be careful where you bring your self-defense pen.

Carrying one into a place like an airport could result in arrest.

They’re weapons; treat them as such.

They’re Technically Considered Non-Lethal Weapons

That does not mean they can’t kill; it just means they are not designed to.

Death is always something you should avoid.

Killing someone with a pen would take a lot of effort.

It won’t happen by accident and would be both gruesome and messy.

Also, it’s not something easily defended in a court appearance.

Self Defense Pens Suck As Far As Pens Go

Don’t rely on one if you want a smooth, flawless ink implement to write your memoirs.

They’re more Kubotans than pens.

Or, more accurately, they are 27% pen and 73% badass tactical weapons.

So don’t be surprised if the ink is poor quality and a bit hit or miss when writing.

Realize weapon companies make these and not pen companies.

Nobody Looks Menacing Brandishing A Pen…Even A Tactical One

So leave your ego at the door because you won’t scare off any attackers when you whip out your pen.

Don’t start thrusting it around, and make tough guy sounds.

In fact, expect to draw a few chuckles from your assailants.

But use this to your advantage.

When they think they are about to beat the living crap out of some pen-wielding-dink, their confidence will be high, but their guard will be low.

Let them underestimate you and your abilities.

It will be their downfall.

Don’t Tell Others Your Pen Is Tactical

The best part of the tactical pen is its discretion.

Why would you show a random drunkard at the bar your weapon?

It’s a good practice to keep your self-defense weapons to yourself.

Dispelling The 5 Most Common Tactical Pen Myths…

There’s a lot of myths out there, so let’s set the record straight.

Myth #1: Tactical Pens Are Just Fancy Pens

Yes, most look like regular pens, but they’re so much more than that.

These pens are built to withstand tough situations.

They’re typically made of high-quality materials like aircraft-grade aluminum.

And they have features like glass breakers, self-defense edges, and even built-in flashlights.

So, no, they’re not just fancy pens; they’re multi-functional tools.

Myth #2: You Need Military Training to Use a Tactical Pen

Some folks think you need to be a Navy SEAL to effectively use a tactical pen.

Well, let me tell you, that’s just plain wrong.

Tactical pens are designed to be simple and intuitive.

Anyone can use them for self-defense if needed.

It’s all about leveraging the built-in features like the pointed tip for striking or the edge for pressure points.

No military training required.

Myth #3: Tactical Pens Can Replace Real Weapons

Tactical pens are handy tools, but they’re not meant to replace firearms or other self-defense weapons.

They’re a great addition to your EDC, but they have limitations.

In a life-threatening situation, you’d still want a more powerful means of self-defense.

The tactical pen is a last resort, not a primary weapon.

Myth #4: All Tactical Pens Are the Same

Tactical pens come in various shapes, sizes, and designs.

Some are sleek and minimalist, while others are more robust.

The key is to find one that suits your needs and preferences.

Consider factors like weight, grip, and additional features.

So, don’t just grab the first one you see; choose wisely.

Myth #5: Tactical Pens Are Too Expensive

Sure, you can find some pricey tactical pens out there, but that doesn’t mean they’re all wallet-busters.

There’s a wide range of options, and you can find affordable, quality tactical pens that won’t break the bank.

Remember, you’re investing in a tool that can potentially save your life or come in handy during emergencies.

So, consider it an essential part of your EDC gear.

Final Thoughts

If you don’t have one, get one.

And if you do, get a second one because nothing is worse than being caught off guard.

It’s the sort of tool you don’t need until you freaking need it.

And when the need arises, you’ll be grateful you put one in your pocket, vehicle, and bug-out bag.

Don’t let it collect dust: train with it.

You need to stay proficient with your weapon.

Train with friends and practice alone.

The dual purpose of pen and weapon serves as the perfect disguise.

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Now we are going to find out who was bluffing and who was not bluffing.  Israeli troops have gone into Gaza, and we are being told that this is a war that could last for months.  Of course it could easily last a lot longer than that.  If the stated goal is to eliminate Hamas, that certainly won’t be easy.  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is calling this a second war of independence, and he just told the world that “Never Again is now”…

Netanyahu said troops that he has met in the field are determined to make Hamas pay for its actions on October 7.

“They are determined to eradicate this evil from the world, for our existence and, I add — for all of humanity.”

Netanyahu continued: “We always said, ‘Never Again’. Never Again’ is now.”

So Israel was clearly not bluffing.

Now we shall see what Hezbollah does.

Hezbollah officials have warned multiple times that they will enter the war if Israel goes into Gaza.

Was Hezbollah just bluffing?

So far, a limited number of rockets have been fired back and forth along Israel’s northern border since Netanyahu made his speech…

Several rocket volleys were fired from Lebanon at northern Israel on Sunday, and the Israel Defense Forces said it hit terror cells and sites belonging to the Hezbollah terror group, as skirmishes continued on the northern frontier and the army continues its war with Hamas terrorists in the Gaza Strip in the south.

According to the IDF, rockets were launched from Lebanon at the upper and western Galilee several times throughout the day, setting off sirens in towns including Kiryat Shmona, Nahariya, Shlomi, Tuba-Zangariyye, Rosh Pina, Ayelet Hashahar, and Hatzor Haglilit.

If this is all that Hezbollah does, the Israelis will greatly celebrate.

Unfortunately, I don’t believe that Hezbollah was just bluffing, and I think soon we will see some major moves from them.

I also don’t think that Iran was bluffing.

On Sunday, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi publicly stated that the Israelis have “crossed the red lines” that Iran had established…

Israel has “crossed the red lines” in Gaza, which “may force everyone to take action,” Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi said Sunday, while US national security adviser Jake Sullivan warned of an “elevated risk” of a spillover conflict in the Middle East.

Okay, so your “red lines” have been crossed.

What are you going to do about it?

So far, the answer is not much.

But the Iranians are conducting “massive war games” right now…

IRAN has staged massive war games with 200 helicopters and missile launchers as tensions rage over Israel.

Tanks, aircraft and troops were deployed by the Islamic Republic for the exercise dubbed “Authority 1402”.

During these war games, the Iranians have been firing new versions of their domestically-made missiles…

Tehran’s military launched the drills – including using upgraded versions of their domestically-made missiles, Dawn and Diamond.

They also tested new bombs as well as attack helicopters.

The choppers launched missiles in the dark and destroyed the pretend enemy using night vision systems.

Of course these war games are not going to intimidate anyone.

If the Iranians intend to stop what is going on, they are going to have to take action.

For now, the Iranians are limiting themselves to conducting strikes on U.S. bases in the region through their proxies…

Attacks on US military outposts in Iraq and Syria have continued over the weekend. Al-Mayadeen news and other regional outlets have reported that there have been several attacks by Iran-backed militias on Saturday and Sunday. Russian media has also reported on the fresh attacks, calling recent Pentagon airstrikes on Syria an “unsuccessful bid to deter the militias.”

A statement by a coalition of Shia paramilitary groups said, “The Mujahideen of the Islamic Resistance in Iraq targeted the American occupation base in Al-Tanf, Syria, with two drones, which directly hit their targets.” They carried out the attack from just across the Iraq border into Syria.

Reports say separately that the al-Shaddadi base in eastern Syria was also hit with two drones, and al-Omar base and oil field was struck. The latter was reportedly attacked a mere hours after the US airstrikes.

Al-Mayadeen had says ago cited a statement from the Iraqi Hezbollah Brigades which said the group is willing to fight “a war of attrition against the enemy that will extend for years.”

The recent U.S. airstrikes were supposed to put an end to this.

Obviously that did not work.

So what is Joe Biden’s next move?

Meanwhile,Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is making all sorts of noise.

At a pro-Palestinian rally on Saturday, he declared that Israel is “a war criminal”…

Türkiye will introduce Israel to the world as a war criminal, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday.

Speaking at “Great Palestine Meeting,” a pro-Palestine rally in Istanbul, Erdogan said: “Israel, we will also declare you as a war criminal to the world, we are preparing for it, and we will introduce Israel to the world as a war criminal.”

Erdogan stressed that the Western world mobilized its politicians, and media to legitimize the massacre of the innocent people in Gaza, adding: “Israel is committing war crimes.”

And Erdogan also threatened Israel with potential military action…

In comments that have prompted Israeli outcry, and led the country to withdraw its diplomatic presence, president Erdogan suggested assaults on Gaza constituted a “massacre”.

In the same speech, he reportedly said that Turkey can “come at any night unexpectedly” to ecstatic reception from hundreds of thousands of attendees.

The footage, which is currently circulating on X, formerly known as Twitter, purportedly showed the pro-Palestine crowd responding with the chant: “Turkish military to Gaza.”

Would Turkey actually do such a thing?

Erdogan is completely nuts, but I can’t imagine that he would want to risk a direct conflict with Israel.

If Turkey does attack Israel, would the U.S. strike Turkey?

The U.S. and Turkey are both members of NATO, and so that would create quite an awkward situation.

My friends, we have truly entered unprecedented territory.

A major war has erupted in the Middle East, and now we shall watch to see what all of the interested parties do next…

Michael’s new book entitled “End Times” is now available in paperback and for the Kindle on Amazon.com, and you can check out his new Substack newsletter right here.

About the Author: My name is Michael and my brand new book entitled “End Times” is now available on Amazon.com.  In addition to my new book I have written six other books that are available on Amazon.com including “7 Year Apocalypse”, “Lost Prophecies Of The Future Of America”, “The Beginning Of The End”, and “Living A Life That Really Matters”. (#CommissionsEarned)  When you purchase any of these books you help to support the work that I am doing, and one way that you can really help is by sending copies as gifts to family and friends.  Time is short, and I need help getting these warnings into the hands of as many people as possible.  I have also started a brand new Substack newsletter, and I encourage you to subscribe so that you won’t miss any of my articles.  I have published thousands of articles on The Economic Collapse Blog, End Of The American Dream and The Most Important News, and the articles that I publish on those sites are republished on dozens of other prominent websites all over the globe.  I always freely and happily allow others to republish my articles on their own websites, but I also ask that they include this “About the Author” section with each article.  The material contained in this article is for general information purposes only, and readers should consult licensed professionals before making any legal, business, financial or health decisions.  I encourage you to follow me on social media on Facebook and Twitter, and any way that you can share these articles with others is definitely a great help.  These are such troubled times, and people need hope.  John 3:16 tells us about the hope that God has given us through Jesus Christ: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”  If you have not already done so, I strongly urge you to invite Jesus Christ to be your Lord and Savior today.

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Really bad policies lead to really bad consequences, and our leaders have been making absolutely disastrous decisions for decades.  As a result, the streets of America are now teeming with thieves, drug addicts, prostitutes, violent criminals and sexual predators.  We have raised an entire generation of young Americans that has no moral foundation whatsoever, and every day we are adding even more immigrants from third world countries to the mix.  Many of those immigrants have no intention of following our laws, and they are fueling the explosive growth of criminal gangs all over the nation.  On top of everything else, the war in the Middle East threatens to spark an unprecedented wave of domestic terror attacks here in the United States.  Millions of radical Muslims now live in this country, and when the time comes many of them will not hesitate to commit acts of violence.

I have been writing about the social decay in our major cities for many years, but in all that time I have never come across a story quite like this one…

We all know that San Francisco has a terrible, awful, horrible, homeless problem with homeless people sleeping everywhere. One homeless man set up camp across from a Catholic grade school. It would have been a curiosity except for the signs he hung outside of his tent.

“Free fentanyl 4 new users” and “Meth for stolen items.”

Joseph Adam Moore served six years for unlawful sex with a 12-year-old girl and was accused of having sex with a 15-year-old girl just a month after getting out of prison. But his probation deal did not include staying away from schools. So he camped directly across from Stella Maris Academy and began to host parties of stoners — much to the neighborhood’s dismay.

WARNING: Explicit and potentially upsetting content

A San Francisco man who camped across the street from a school displaying sign offering “free fentanyl for new users,” and who has a previous pedophile conviction has been arrested. pic.twitter.com/gmzGcL3azr

— The San Francisco Standard (@sfstandard) October 20, 2023

This young man checks almost all of the boxes.

He is a convicted felon, he is a drug addict, and he is a sexual predator.

And there are countless others just like him all over the country.

For example, the other day parents attacked a naked man inside a JCPenney store near Seattle after that naked man “attempted to inappropriately touch their children”…

A shocking video shows a naked man being attacked by parents at a JCPenney store near Seattle after he allegedly attempted to inappropriately touch their children.

The person recording the clip explains that they’re on the first floor of the kids’ department of the location, as the man is attempting to evade people chasing him wearing nothing but socks.

‘He’s like, holding the kid,’ the recorder claims, suggesting that the unidentified man was trying to touch two kids that he had with him in the store.

Good for those parents.

If I had been there, I would have gone after him too.

Unfortunately, our entire society is now descending into an abyss of sexual degradation.

Thanks to a new law that was recently signed by California Governor Gavin Newsom, the city of Los Angeles has essentially been transformed into a giant brothel at this point…

Emboldened by new California laws that make it nearly impossible for cops to bust prostitutes, sex workers in Los Angeles’ red light district stalk for business wearing no more than thongs, G-strings and high heels in broad daylight.

A 40-block area of Figueroa Boulevard in South LA sees hundreds of prostitutes, some barely out of their teens, plying their trade since Gov. Gavin Newsom passed the controversial Safer Streets for All Act, which decriminalized loitering with the intent to work as a prostitute in January.

“Before, this type of activity only happened at night where most citizens wouldn’t see it, but now it’s 24/7,” one source told The Post.

Needless to say, the enormous tsunami of migration that we have been experiencing during the Biden administration has greatly contributed to our social problems.

According to brand new numbers that have just been released, the number of migrants that our border patrol officers encountered during the month of September set a brand new all-time record high for a single month…

United States Customs and Border Protection reported the final month of southwest border encounters for fiscal year 2023, revealing yet another record-setting month and year under the Biden administration.

Official numbers totaled 269,735 encounters for September 2023, a new monthly record, which sets fiscal year 2023 at a record-setting 2,475,669.

The yearly total eclipses 2022’s record encounters by nearly 100,000, marking yet another terrible year for President Biden’s border control.

How many others were able to enter this country successfully without being encountered by border patrol officers at all?

Protecting our borders is one of the very few things that the federal government is actually required to do, and under the leadership of Joe Biden the federal government is failing at that task spectacularly.

And now we are being warned that members of Hamas and Hezbollah may try to come over our southern border…

The San Diego Field Office Intelligence Division of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has warned in a memo that members of terrorist groups — namely Hamas, Hezbollah, and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) — could be encountered at the porous southern border. The warning comes weeks after the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas attacked Israel, murdering 1,400 individuals and taking many more hostage on October 7.

The Daily Caller News Foundation first obtained and shared the October 20 memo, which warned that “individuals inspired by, or reacting to, the current Israel-Hamas conflict may attempt to travel to or from the area of hostilities in the Middle East via circuitous transit across the Southwest border.”

I have a message for whoever wrote that memo.

Hezbollah is already here.

In fact, Hezbollah has been very active in North America for a long time.

Of course those that have ties to Hezbollah are just a small subset of the rapidly growing population of radical Muslims in this country.

And now that war has erupted in the Middle East, many of those radical Muslims are protesting in the streets.

On Sunday, a pro-Hamas mob took over an entire section of the city of Minneapolis…

A pro-Palestine mob on Sunday took over a street in Minneapolis, swarmed an elderly driver, chased after him, and harassed him.

The mob blocked traffic for several hours on Hennepin Avenue near the Walker Art Center, according to Crime Watch Minneapolis.

The militants surrounded an elderly man in a white sedan, beat on his car, and chased him down.

NEW: Pro-Palestine mob takes over the street and swarms an elderly driver in Minneapolis.

After the driver made it through the initial mob of people, he was blocked at the next intersection by cars.

The mob then chased after the man to harass him some more.

Footage on the… pic.twitter.com/YwuKLEdbNS

— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) October 23, 2023

Once upon a time, Minneapolis was such a nice city.

But now those days are long gone.

Eventually, the radical Muslims may completely take over Minneapolis just like they have done in Dearborn, Michigan.

For a long time, I have been warning my readers that our immigration policies will lead to complete and utter madness in the streets of America.

Once the war in the Middle East really gets going, we are going to see things happen in this nation that many people thought that they would never see in their entire lifetimes.

But things didn’t have to turn out this way.

If we would have protected our borders and would have implemented common sense immigration policies, much of the coming chaos in our streets could have been prevented.

Michael’s new book entitled “End Times” is now available in paperback and for the Kindle on Amazon.com, and you can check out his new Substack newsletter right here.

About the Author: My name is Michael and my brand new book entitled “End Times” is now available on Amazon.com.  In addition to my new book I have written six other books that are available on Amazon.com including “7 Year Apocalypse”, “Lost Prophecies Of The Future Of America”, “The Beginning Of The End”, and “Living A Life That Really Matters”. (#CommissionsEarned)  When you purchase any of these books you help to support the work that I am doing, and one way that you can really help is by sending copies as gifts to family and friends.  Time is short, and I need help getting these warnings into the hands of as many people as possible.  I have also started a brand new Substack newsletter, and I encourage you to subscribe so that you won’t miss any of the latest updates.  I have published thousands of articles on The Economic Collapse Blog, End Of The American Dream and The Most Important News, and the articles that I publish on those sites are republished on dozens of other prominent websites all over the globe.  I always freely and happily allow others to republish my articles on their own websites, but I also ask that they include this “About the Author” section with each article.  The material contained in this article is for general information purposes only, and readers should consult licensed professionals before making any legal, business, financial or health decisions.  I encourage you to follow me on social media on Facebook and Twitter, and any way that you can share these articles with others is definitely a great help.  These are such troubled times, and people need hope.  John 3:16 tells us about the hope that God has given us through Jesus Christ: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”  If you have not already done so, I strongly urge you to invite Jesus Christ to be your Lord and Savior today.

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This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The Economic Collapse Blog under the title: Is It Just A Coincidence That The Four Horsemen Of The Apocalypse Are The Same Colors As The Palestinian Flag?

I am going to share something with you that social media is really buzzing about right now.  If you go to Revelation chapter 6, you will find that the colors of the horses that the four horsemen of the apocalypse are riding are white, red, black, and “pale”.  But the ancient Greek word that is translated as “pale” in Revelation 6:8 is more commonly translated as “green”.

In fact, the other three times that “khlōros” is found in the New Testament it is translated as “green” in the King James Version.  So if the most accurate translation of “khlōros” in Revelation 6:8 is “green”, that would give us horses that are white, red, black, and “green”, and it turns out that those are the exact same four colors that we find on the Palestinian flag.

Of course, I do not believe that Revelation chapter 6 is talking about the Palestinians.

But I do think that this is a really weird “coincidence”.

And it has also been pointed out that these four colors are used on flags throughout the entire Islamic world.

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— Christ Alone Podcast | Stevens (@ChristAlonePod) October 15, 2023

That is pretty amazing.

And it really does appear that an apocalyptic war is about to fully erupt in the Middle East.

Even though they claim that they want a ceasefire, on Tuesday afternoon Hamas terrorists launched another “massive rocket barrage” at cities all over Israel…

Hamas launched a massive rocket barrage on Tuesday afternoon, injuring at least five Israelis, emergency services said.

Israelis were wounded in separate incidents in Holon, Tel Aviv, Kfar Saba, Be’er Yaakov, and Yavne while the barrage sent more than one million running for cover. All of the wounded were said to be lightly injured.

And a team of Hamas scuba divers was intercepted as they were trying to sneak into Israeli territory…

Hamas scuba divers attempting to sneak into Israel have been killed, according to the Israel Defense Forces.

The news comes as the group launched a massive rocket attack from the Gaza Strip.

The IDF did not say how many divers were attempting to come ashore but local media reported that at least four terrorists were killed.

They just won’t stop, and that is why the Israelis have no choice but to go in and take them out.

It is being reported that the IDF has been dropping more leaflets warning Palestinian civilians to flee from the war zone while they still can…

The Israeli military has told Palestinian civilians living in north Gaza that if they don’t evacuate to the south, they will be considered “an accomplice in a terrorist organization.”

The warning was made in threatening leaflets dropped by Israeli drones over the weekend. “Urgent warning, to residents of Gaza. Your presence north of Wadi Gaza puts your life in danger. Whoever chooses not to leave north Gaza to the south of Wadi Gaza might be identified as an accomplice in a terrorist organization,” the leaflets said, according to Reuters.

This would seem to indicate that a full-blown invasion is very close.

But it hasn’t happened yet.

The Biden administration has been pressuring Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for more time for hostage negotiations, and a handful of hostages have been released.

Of course Hamas would be happy to keep releasing two hostages every few days for the next year if that would delay a full-blown invasion by the Israelis.

But Netanyahu is not going to be able to delay this invasion indefinitely, because military officials and members of his own coalition are becoming quite impatient with him…

Netanyahu has drawn the ire of Israel’s military chiefs by delaying the invasion of Gaza to eliminate Hamas, with western allies in the EU pushing for a ceasefire.

Israel’s Prime Minister clashed with leading figures in the country’s defence forces over his decision to delay the incursion, which his military chiefs are said to be eager to start, the Telegraph reports.

Meanwhile some members states within the European Union have pushed for a ceasefire in the war between Israel and terror group Hamas in order to deliver more humanitarian aid to Palestinian civilians in the besieged Gaza Strip.

For now, the IDF has been relentlessly pummeling the Gaza Strip in anticipation of the coming invasion.

It is being reported that the Israelis conducted a total of 400 airstrikes on Tuesday alone…

Israel said Tuesday it had launched 400 airstrikes over the past day, killing Hamas commanders, hitting militants as they were preparing to launch rockets into Israel and striking command centers and a Hamas tunnel shaft. Israel reported 320 strikes the day before.

But airstrikes will never be enough to eliminate the threat of Hamas.

In order to do that, Israeli troops must go into Gaza and dig the terrorists out of their tunnels.

And that is precisely what the Israeli population is demanding.

It would be difficult to overstate the rage that the Israeli population is feeling right now.  If similar atrocities had been committed in this country, the American people would be feeling the same way.

Israeli government spokesman Eylon Levy says that he will never forget the video footage of the atrocities that he has personally viewed…

‘Seared in my mind are the bodies. Burned bodies, beheaded bodies mangled, bloodied remains of bodies. Bodies in open fields, bodies in blood covered bedrooms, bodies dragged out of cars, bodies lining the side of the road, bodies in body bags bodies in rows upon rows of body bags – so many that Zaka rescue teams went through four years of equipment in three days,’ he said.

He went on to describe the bodies of infants burned ‘to a crisp’, so badly that he thought they were ‘lumps of coal’.

‘Babies’ bodies. We see the body of a baby shot in the head. Burned bodies of babies. I mean burned to a crisp. Burned babies plural.

‘I mean so badly burned that I had to ask the video to be stopped so that it could be explained to me that the piece of coal on the screen was the burnt corpse of an Israeli baby,’ he says.

There is no going back to the way that things were before.

The IDF will be going into Gaza, and the goal will be to completely and utterly destroy Hamas.

In response, Hezbollah and other Iranians proxies will enter the fight, and then we will see the apocalyptic war in the Middle East that I have been warning my readers about.

We really are living in a time of “wars and rumors of wars”, and the death and destruction that this war will cause will greatly shock the entire world.

Michael’s new book entitled “End Times” is now available in paperback and for the Kindle on Amazon.com, and you can check out his new Substack newsletter right here.

About the Author: My name is Michael and my brand new book entitled “End Times” is now available on Amazon.com.  In addition to the new book I have written six other books that are available on Amazon.com including “7 Year Apocalypse”, “Lost Prophecies Of The Future Of America”, “The Beginning Of The End”, and “Living A Life That Really Matters”. (#CommissionsEarned)  When you purchase any of these books you help to support the work that I am doing, and one way that you can really help is by sending copies as gifts to family and friends.  Time is short, and I need help getting these warnings into the hands of as many people as possible.  I have also started a brand new Substack newsletter, and I encourage you to subscribe so that you won’t miss any of the latest updates.  I have published thousands of articles on The Economic Collapse Blog, End Of The American Dream, and The Most Important News, and the articles that I publish on those sites are republished on dozens of other prominent websites all over the globe.  I always freely and happily allow others to republish my articles on their own websites, but I also ask that they include this “About the Author” section with each article.  The material contained in this article is for general information purposes only, and readers should consult licensed professionals before making any legal, business, financial, or health decisions.  I encourage you to follow me on social media on Facebook and Twitter, and anyway that you can share these articles with others is definitely a great help.  These are such troubled times, and people need hope.  John 3:16 tells us about the hope that God has given us through Jesus Christ: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”  If you have not already done so, I strongly urge you to invite Jesus Christ to be your Lord and Savior today.

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Today I’ve got something incredibly important to share…

Important Urban Survival Skills To Survive In A Lawless Society

Because urban survival scares the hell out of me.

Too many people living too close together…

But that’s why we must prepared for it.

Don’t run away from what scares you…

Stare it down, and prepare!

TOPICS IN THIS GUIDE…    ↓(click to jump)

• What It IS Vs. NOT
• Getting Home…
• Rendezvous Points
• Hunker Down or Bug Out
• Planning and Preparation
  • Avoiding Others
  • Staying Put
  • Transportation
• Get To Know Your Area
• Scavenging For Resources
• Situational Awareness
  • To Trust Others or Not
• Staying Fit & Ready
• A Post-Disaster World

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What It IS and What It’s NOT

Urban survival skills are different from wilderness survival skills.

So let’s start by agreeing on “What Urban Survival Is” and “What It’s Not.”

The definition of Urban Survival differs slightly depending on who you ask.

Many take it to mean your “day-to-day city survival and safety measures” – a.k.a. “street smarts.”

But for us, I define it as follows:

The skills, tactics and ability to survive a widespread prolonged disaster while remaining in a densely populated urban environment (even if it’s just for a few days).

Urban survival is having the ability to tough it out in the belly of the beast.

Surviving a world-shattering event from within the heart of a dangerous city takes an entirely different mindset.

It also takes a particular set of survival skills, tools, and plans to stay alive.

Now, even if you don’t live or work in one of the high-population counties, you may have a family member who does.

Or maybe you occasionally visit your kids, friends, or relatives in a nearby high-density city.

The bottom line is:

If SHTF happens and you live in a city or are just there for a short visit, do you have the urban survival skills and knowledge to hunker down and survive?

Do you know how to successfully transverse such an environment?

↓ 5 Critical Urban Survival Skills to Learn Now

Getting Home…

When a disaster strikes, you’ll first want to get home (unless your home was destroyed).

Why? Because that’s where you’ll keep the bulk of our survival gear and resources.

They don’t do you much good unless you can’t get home first.

You should assume you won’t be home when disaster strikes.

You might be…but you shouldn’t assume that.

This assumption helps you prepare for THAT scenario.

And that’s why you need a fully stocked Get Home Bag.

Now, this is very different from a “Bug Out Bag” (BOB).

A BOB tends to be a large backpack stored at home and chalked full of every piece of survival gear imaginable.

It’s used for escaping danger post-disaster.

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A “Get Home Bag,” by comparison, is small, lightweight, and straightforward.

You should have at least one of these.

But having several dispersed in strategic areas makes sense.

One for the car, one for the office, one for the boat, one for the RV, etc.

A get home bag should contain specific resources to get back to your home base FAST.

Here are the most common items found in a get home bag:

• Spare Cash
• Everyday Carry Knife
• Maps (of the city and surrounding areas)
• Military Compass
• Everyday Carry Flashlight
• Small First Aid Kit
• Hand Crank Radio
• Protein Bars
• Water and Portable Water Filter
• Lockpicking Set

The point of a Get Home Bag is to help you get home!

It’s the basic survival gear that will give you a bit of an edge when you’re away from your home base.

↓ Get Home Bug Out Bag for Urban Survival

Rendezvous Points

Great, now that have a Get Home Bag, what happens if your home base is destroyed or unsafe?

• Do you have a backup rendezvous location?
• Have you shared this location with your loved ones?

When you are trying to survive an urban emergency, you might not have the opportunity to call your family and friends to arrange a meeting place.

• The kids might be at school.
• Your significant other may be at work across town
• You might be at the dentist.

It’s better to plan ahead and specify a rendezvous point.

But it has to be somewhere memorable.

This does not work if everyone forgets where the meeting place is.

You can choose landmarks, schools, or someone else’s house (if you trust them).

Just make sure everyone is on the same page.

And even practice a few rendezvous drills at this location.

Hunker Down or Bug Out

OK, this is the next big decision you must make.

The desire to get as far away from the city in a prolonged disaster is natural.

But not an urge you should follow in every circumstance.

When you get home, check the news and talk to your neighbors to gather more information.

There are some considerations to take into account:

• What is your emergency food stock looking like?

Depending on how much food and water you have stocked up, you may be able to survive at home longer.

The better your stockpile, the higher your chances of survival.

• How serious is the disaster or emergency?

If it’s a shorter term localized, natural disaster you’ll probably be able to rid things out.

If it’s dangerous and forecasted to continue that way, maybe your best option is to grab your stocked bug out bag and go.

OR, it could be a severe (but temporary) emergency, so bugging out might be a rash decision.

• Are government institutions still functioning?

Without police officers, firefights, paramedics, and EMTs, things will get nasty quickly.

Of course, unanticipated things will happen.

And they tend to occur more frequently during emergencies and disasters.

Some unforeseen events may sway your decision.

It may force you out of the city or trap you within your own home; expect the unexpected.

You need to plan and decide if it makes more sense to bug in or out.

↓ Bug-In VS Bug-Out

Urban Survival Planning and Preparation

Let’s assume you decide it’s best to hunker down.

The real survival threat in an urban setting is the sheer number of people fighting over the same resources.

So to survive such an environment, we will primarily focus on the following two skills:

1. Avoiding Others
2. Scavenging Resources

If you can limit your exposure to others and scavenge essential resources, your chances of urban survival go up significantly.

Avoiding Others – Staying Put

Avoiding others will be a real challenge in a dense city.

But staying hidden in your home or apartment is the easiest way to accomplish this.

And the only way to do that for an extended period is to stockpile.

I won’t go into extreme detail here about stockpiling (you can read more about it here).

But you need to stock food, water, medical supplies, etc.

A note of caution:

Don’t tell your neighbors or even friends about your stockpile.

Unless you’re OK with sharing your stock resources when SHTF.

So limiting the amount of exposure to others by hunkering down is a good first step.

But if you’re dealing with a prolonged disaster, you’ll be forced to venture out for replenishment at some point.

Avoiding Others – Urban Transportation

Naturally, others will notice if you jump in your car and put the pedal to the metal.

But more often than not, roads will be jammed up.

This can be a serious obstacle for someone determined to get back to home base or trying to move about the city.

Cars and trucks are the hardest to get around amid chaos.

Motorcycles and scooters are more nimble and can dart/weave through thick traffic and tight roadways.

Bicycles are another quick way of getting around in an emergency.

They are particularly handy in the case of an EMP.

Why? Because they don’t have any electronics in them.

However, with all of these options, you’re highly exposed.

Exposed to gangs, thieves, or a looter who all may have gunfire.

So evasion is paramount when exposure becomes risky.

↓ Urban Survival: Improvised Shelter During SHTF

Going by foot is preferred once cars, scooters, and bikes become a liability.

Because you can move quietly and efficiently.

Unfortunately, many large cities sprawl, so you could have a very long distance to cover.

Miles could take days if remaining hidden is required.

Darting through small buildings, a basement, or rooms to provide hidden paths can work.

However, if you don’t know the city well, you may be evading right into a bad guy’s lair.

Cities have too many people in them to remain undetected for a long.

So you also need to have a self-defense plan and be ready to take immediate proactive action.

Firearms are loud but effective, so equip yourself with a suppressor.

Melee weapons are quieter but less efficient.

I plan to have both options with me at all times.

And use the one that seems most appropriate for any given situation.

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Get To Know Your Urban Area Well

People who live and work in urban environments should know their area intimately.

Take multiple different routes to and from work each day to explore new areas.

Find back alleys and shortcuts.

Buy some detailed maps of the city and surrounding areas (keep these in your Get Home Bag).

Study these maps.

Learn them now, so you’re not fumbling with them later when the lights go out and anarchy breaks loose in the city.

Urban survival includes learning how to move about a city undetected, like a ninja.

Use gray man tactics to blend in and not stand out.

Traveling over rooftops or sewer systems becomes a major advantage.

You should start practicing these routes today to move secretly throughout a city.

Here’s a video that provides several ideas on traveling and scavenging in an urban survival situation.

↓ US Marine shows how to survive in an urban environment

Scavenging For Resources

Moving about undetected is key to avoiding conflict.

But where are you going and why?

You’re scavenging.

Finding useful resources in an urban environment may seem like a simple process.

Just dart off to the nearest Walmart or Target, right?

The problem with these public locations is that they are obvious.

Everyone already knows about these locations, and they will be looted early in a urban disaster.

So you need some new ideas.

Some good locations where the masses won’t be looking (at least initially).

You want to focus on places the masses have never thought of.

Places include distribution centers, manufacturing sites, schools, and construction sites.

Your odds of scoring a few precious resources increase significantly if the masses haven’t been there yet.

The main resources you’re going to want are:

• Water
• Food
• Medical Supplies
• Tools and Gear (such as lockpicking)

Also, if you’re a skilled survivalist, you’ll know how to turn what looks like junk into a useful survival item.

So keep that in mind when scavenging.

The following two videos provide several examples of less well-known urban survival locations:

↓ After the Collapse: 10 Urban Survival Strategies (Part 1)

↓ Urban Survival: After the Collapse (Part 2)

Practice Situational Awareness

Situational awareness is the urban survival skill you need to focus on and develop.

Your choices are determined by how well you’ve honed your situational awareness.

Using your instincts and constantly scanning your environment for evidence of trouble will help you to make wise survival decisions.

Often it’s not the strongest or most aggressive who wins.

But the one who makes better choices based on what a situation calls for.

The bottom line is:

A lot of violence could be prevented if more people had better situational awareness.

To learn more, watch this video focusing on urban situational awareness skills.

↓ Urban Survival Series – Situational Awareness

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To Trust Others or Not

Helping your neighbors can be incredibly rewarding.

Sharing your emergency food stockpile, ammo, or even a useful survival tip can earn you an ally during tumultuous times.

You watch their back, and they will watch yours.

It is a symbiotic relationship that benefits both parties.

Besides, having survival friends is nice for the company.

However, don’t be too trusting, or you might end up dead.

Even if it is someone you have known for years and consider a close friend, it is never a good idea to show someone where you keep your survival stash.

Use diversion safes to keep your most valuable items hidden.

Revealing valuable food, water, weapons, or ammo supplies to someone might present an unnecessary temptation.

It would suck to wake up one morning and find out your “buddy” Scott skipped town with all your ramen noodles and shotgun shells.

Be conservative with your trust.

Do not just give it to just anyone.

If there is a big bad cue ball meth-head living down the hall, you can go ahead and assume you are better off without him.

Have some common sense.

There is also the option not to trust anyone at all.

You do not necessarily need other people to survive (although it does make it easier).

Sticking just to yourself makes life a little simpler, you just need to be sure you have the ability to do so.

The lone wolf lifestyle certainly has its advantages.

Personally, I take the middle ground.

I trust with extreme caution.

The two criteria for me to trust someone is:

1. They are nearly as prepared as me BEFORE the world goes to shit.
2. They pull their own weight.

If they have these two qualities, I will consider building a relationship with them in preparation for SHTF.

But building a new relationship mid-disaster is like playing Russian roulette.

Not recommended unless it’s truly your only option.

↓ Urban Survival Secrets: 90% Don’t Know This ↓

Stay Fit, Stay Trained

If you are trying to make your way back home within a city, you must travel through dangerous territories (probably by foot).

Police barricades, gridlocked traffic, or destruction debris will jam roadways.

And along the way, you may have to fight.

So it is pertinent to stay in shape and even train yourself physically for such an event.

Long walks, hikes, or runs are great ways of keeping fit.

But it’s also great practice for traveling by foot.

Having travel endurance is key to urban survival.

You should practice moving quickly and with urban evasion techniques.

Thrill sports such as rock climbing, bouldering, and free running are great for toning your core and upper body muscles.

This will prepare you to climb building ladders and scramble between rooftops.

Mostly you need to be able to move throughout a city with minimal visual exposure.

Martial arts are particularly useful.

Because, on top of being great exercise, they are tried and tested methods of self-defense.

If you ever find yourself in a violent riot or a looting frenzy, there may arise the necessity to fight as opposed to flight.

IF you are a trained martial artist, you will be ready for that.

Living In A Post-Disaster World

It is not going to be easy.

When the dust finally settles and the hectic mayhem subsides, there will be a severely damaged society to cope with.

Depending on the destruction’s severity, there may be an extended period of “toughing it out.”

It could be weeks, months, or years before life starts returning to normal.

You may have to go without running water, electricity, and essential services like garbage removal.

Locate some ‘alternative’ water sources ahead of time.

Purifying water will become a very necessary survival skill.

So get some water purification tablets ahead of time.

Because the fight over scarce resources will drive the chaos.

If resources continue to be scarce, escalation will ensue.

People will go from fighting over resources to killing for them.

The most important step is survival.

And if you keep your wits and prepare yourself with these steps, you will be ready to cope with just about any urban survival scenario.

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