Slovakia: Prime Minister Fico survives an assassination attempt

“According to Dennik N, Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot in Handlová, he is now being taken to hospital. The shots were fired in front of a building where the government was having its session. The alleged assailant was pacified and detained by the police” (…) “Statement of the Government office: PM Robert Fico is currently being transported by helicopter to Banská Bystrica in a life-threatening condition, as it would take too long to get to Bratislava due to the necessity of an acute intervention” (Radio Slovakia International, 15.05.2024).

“Slovakian PM Robert Fico is shot in assassination attempt, his condition described as “life threatening”. PM Robert Fico was shot in the town of Handlova, Slovakia at about 14:30, Wednesday (local time). PM Robert Fico has not only consistently opposed the Russia & Ukraine war, refusing to arm Ukraine with more weapons; however also opposing the WHO and their Global Pandemic Accord. Many suspect these political oppositions have contributed led to his assassination attempt” (The Hellenic View, 15.05.2024).

Yesterday the shocking assassination attempt on the Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico happened in Handlova. That was done by a shooter(s) who was on the other side of the political spectrum. Which isn’t how to solve political disputes by trying to kill or assassinate adversaries.

PM Fico clearly has enemies for his stances. Nevertheless, even if you disagree or doesn’t comply with his ideas. That shouldn’t lead to his demise or death. Those ideas should be discussed and be talk. It shouldn’t become lethal and dangerous.

I disagree with PM Fico’s stances on the Russian-Ukrainian war. He seems like a Orban like figure of Slovakia. Another of the Head of State’s in Europe who serves Putin a purpose within the European Union. Therefore, his not a fella I respect or wants to honour.

However, I don’t wish death upon him. Neither do I want him any harm. He deserves to stand for his belief and his causes. Just like I deserve the same. I will disagree with him and think he should use the power, prestige and office for the betterment of Europe. Nevertheless, even if he doesn’t do that…

He shouldn’t get shot and someone trying to assassinate him. That’s not how you discuss political discourse or the way forward. This is how you create a coup d’etat or change leadership in a nation. The Prime Minister shouldn’t fear for his life and be afraid to serve his country. No, but he should be aware that his actions and policies causes an affect.

Hopefully an investigation and a report will show who was behind it and for what reasons. Speculations are going several ways at the moment. Even seen different people supposed to be behind it. Therefore, being calm and awaiting more information before speculating on it. As it could be “fake news” and “propaganda” which is spread quickly after the assassination attempt.

This is a dangerous attempt, and someone was close to succeed in killing a Head of State. The assassin was very close, and we should be worried. This here shows how dire and fickle things are. Even the big men can lose their lives in public. They are suddenly a target and can be touched by the general public. That’s what is happening here. Peace.

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Mali: Is Col. Goïta working to become a President for Life?

Colonel Assimi Goïta, the Transitional Head of State and interim President is now bound to be the ruler until 2027. That’s after two coups in 2020 and in 2021. He has sealed total control of power and now is the sole proprietor as the Commander-in-Chief and as Head of State.

The current ruler has already had two times postponed elections and fixed dates for ending of the interim or transitional powers. Now the current Inter-Malian Dialogue is a way of legitimizing the junta and it’s reign in Bamako. The usage of military insurgency and instability in certain regions of the Republic. Therefore, the Colonel will always have a reason to prolong and stay in power.

Goïta outwitted people in 2020 and 2021, but now the gig is sort of showing. His not different from other rulers or people who get high on power. His using the military power and the will of the guns to stay in office.

The colonel has tasted the sweet fruits of the Presidency and the abilities of being in power. He now runs supreme and doesn’t want to give that up. Goïta will find new excuses and reasons to stay in office.

We know he is now coming as the saviour and the hero of the Nation. As the dialogue is giving him either two more years or five more years. They are also speaking of supporting his candidacy for President after the transitional period. A Transitional Period that has lasted for three years and will be possible extended to 2027. That’s giving him plenty of years of consolidating power and expand his control of the state. Therefore, the longer he stays… the more likely his to never leave.

The most expected thing now is a Life Presidency or until someone else topples him by a coup d’etat. He won’t step down for a civilian or risk losing office. Goïta now see the pieces of silver and the prestige of being the head of state. He now has a say and can order changes on a national level. That’s something he won’t give to others or willingly give away. Therefore, he will stay in office and disregard the will of the people.

A man who took the power by the gun and used two coups to get his way. He will not leave peacefully and will use all means to be legitimized. That’s what is happening in Bamako.

His a Commander who became a Head of State. Col. Goïta is slowly working on his Presidency for Life. Peace.

Opinion: Nyeko MP is now a political target…

“The police are holding Makindye East MP Derrick Nyeko and four other suspects for possession of attire similar to that used by the military. According to Patrick Onyango, the Kampala Metropolitan police spokesperson, this followed a daylong siege at several homesteads in Kamwokya, including an office used by the National Unity Platform. He says the suspects are being processed for court and that this operation will extend to other parts of the country” (NTV Uganda, 14.05.2024).

This story has been told before and will be repeated itself in Kampala. The authorities of the state are like this and will create a crime out of thin air to take away the privileges and livelihood from an opposition leader, in this regard the Derrick Nyeko MP is the target and the one who is the suspect.

This is creating allegations and criminal intent without proof, evidence or anything of such sorts. That’s why they are making a pending case and using the opposition MP as a criminal. Even when his only crime is to stand by the Opposition and being part of the National Unity Platform (NUP).

Nyeko MP as a vocal voice within the opposition is certainly a sore thumb for the National Resistance Movement (NRM). They are now using the UPDF Act against him, but not doing the same towards their own. We have seen several of MPs and High Ranking Officials within the regime wearing attire of the UPDF. However, when an opposition leader has or possess something similar he gets in legal jeopardy.

The state comes with a raid and a house-arrest. They tries to intimidate and show their force towards Nyeko MP. We have seen the authorities keeping opposition activists and leaders captive over the red beret. If not they have said so over other attires too, but allows the allies, associates and regime’s own lackeys can wear uniform or whatnot from the same UPDF. Therefore, this law is only applied for the ones who are defiant of the state.

Nyeko MP is just an example… the man is target and they have shown their cards already. Yet another NUP MP is under fire and we all know the drill. Peace.

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Sudan: Darfur is burning and the world shouldn’t look away…

“Ministry of Health in North Darfur:

More than 250 people died and were injured within two days as a result of renewed clashes between the army and the Rapid Support Forces, in light of the fragility of the health system in the state” (Ministry of Health in North Darfur, 14.05.2024).

“As a result of clashes on Sunday, May 12, 2024, between the SAF and the RSF and the armed movements, 9 civilians were killed and 34 were injured in the Abu Shouk camp for the displaced. Danat fell in civilian homes. Most of the dead and wounded were children. DVS calls on the parties to the conflict to stop the war and open humanitarian bitterness. It extends its sincere condolences to the families of the victims” (Darfur Victims Support, 13.05.2024).

“UPDATE: Brutal clash between Sudanese forces and RSF near Al-Fashir, Darfur on Sunday. According to UNOCHA Sudan death toll reaches 27 with 130 injured. RSF’s encirclement of the capital heightens concern for its 2.3 million inhabitants” (The Daily Search, 13.05.2024).

There reports of countless of villages that has been burned down by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) or the Janjaweed in the Darfur region of Sudan. The brutal wars of the Generals has made things worse in the Darfur Region. As there are new coalitions of rebels to counter-act the RSF means in the region. Therefore, things are changing, but not for the better for now.

Right now the RSF (Janjaweed) is going back to their old-school way of genocidal attacks on the Darfur region. They are using violence and skirmishes to destroy people’s lives. The RSF (Janjaweed) are fighting for its relevance and to show power over a region it has haunted for decades. The Janjaweed have destroyed and depleted the region in favour of the dictatorial regime of Khartoum. Therefore, we have seen and heard the tragic histories before. Now it is repeating itself.

The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) aren’t heroes or saviours either. They are just as brutal and insincere here. That’s why local rebel groups are stepping up to safeguard their own territories of the Darfur region. This is why the RSF is blaming the other militia’s for the war-crimes committed of late.

We should be worried about the internally displaced people and the insecurity the Janjaweed are now creating in Darfur. They are doing this to cripple and weakening the region. Just so they can swoop in and take all control. That’s what they are up too and wants to salvage the hurt by doing so. They are continuing its vicious fights for personal gains and benefits. This is the Gen. Hemeti’s orders and wishes for Darfur. The warlord who wants to destroy and rebuild things in his own vision.

The conflict is spiralling and innocent civilians are caught in the cross-fire. This is a breathing ground for danger and loss of lives. It is just sad that history is repeating itself. The Janjaweed continues to haunt and merciless kill citizens in the name of gaining power. Peace.

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