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»#Israel’s greatest threat isn’t Iran or Hamas, but its own #hubris. A people whose entire existence depends solely on military might is destined to end up in the darkest corners of destruction, and ultimately, in defeat. « 972mag.com/israels-greatest-th…
»Over the years, the Israeli public has grown convinced that it can exist in this region while harboring deep contempt for its neighbors — engaging in murderous rampages against anyone, whenever and however it pleases, relying solely on brute force. For nearly 80 years, “total victory” has been just around the corner: just defeat the Palestinians, eliminate Hamas, crush Lebanon, destroy Iran’s nuclear capabilities — and paradise will be ours.«
»But for nearly 80 years, these so-called “victories” have proven Pyrrhic. Each one digs Israel into a deeper pit of isolation, threat, and hatred. The Nakba of 1948 created the refugee crisis that refuses to go away and laid the foundation for the apartheid regime. The 1967 victory gave rise to an occupation that continues to fuel Palestinian resistance. The war of October 2023 spiraled into a genocide that turned Israel into a global pariah.«
»The Israeli military — central to this entire process — has become a mindless weapon of mass destruction. It maintains its exalted status among a sedated public through flashy stunts: pagers exploding in men’s pockets at a Lebanese market, or a drone base planted in the heart of an enemy state. And under the command of a genocidal government, it digs itself deeper into wars it has no clue how to exit.«
»For so many years, under the spell of this supposedly all-powerful army, Israeli society convinced itself that it was bulletproof. Total worship of the military on the one hand, and arrogant disdain for regional neighbors on the other, bred the belief that we would never pay a price. Then came October 7, shattering — if only for a moment — the illusion of immunity. «
»But rather than reckon with the significance of that moment, the public surrendered to a campaign of revenge. Because only through slaughter did the world make sense again: Israel kills, Palestinians die. Order restored.«
»That’s why the images of bombed buildings in Ramat Gan, Rishon LeZion, Bat Yam, Tel Aviv and Tamra (an Arab city in the Galilee) were so jarring. They were hauntingly similar to the ones we’ve grown accustomed to seeing from Gaza: charred concrete skeletons, plumes of dust, streets buried in rubble and ash, children’s toys clutched by rescue workers. «
»These images delivered a brief rupture in our collective delusion, that we are immune to everything. Civilian casualties on both sides — 13 Israelis and at least 128 Iranians — highlight the human cost of this new front, even if the scale remains a far cry from the devastation routinely inflicted on Gaza. «
»When the Zionist left erupts in celebration over a reckless attack on Iran, it reveals a stubborn attachment to the fantasy that, no matter what we do, or how deeply we alienate ourselves from the region we live in, the army will always protect us. [...] In this sense, the fantasy of immunity granted by the army runs even deeper in the Zionist left than on the right. The right’s answer to its security anxiety is annihilation and ethnic cleansing — that’s its endgame.«
»But the center-left places its faith almost entirely in the army’s supposedly limitless capabilities. Without question, the Jewish center-left in Israel worships the military far more fervently than the right, which treats it merely as a tool to execute its vision of destruction and ethnic cleansing.
Les organisations de la société civile malaisienne ont annoncé leur intention de lancer la plus grande flotte navale pour briser le siège de Gaza. leperepeinard.com/breves/apres…
Stop using ideological and academic language to address political issues intended for broad public consideration.
Make simple language statements to clearly articulate your points so "everyone" (the vast majority) can understand, not just those with specific education and knowledge.
If you can't do that, then you're insufficiently knowledgeable about your topics, to paraphrase, and shouldn't be pushing your points as being intended for the general public, but just for an elite class, "comrade"
An article by Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on guiding economic and social development with medium and long-term planning will be published on Monday.
The weekend’s grand military parade in Washington to celebrate the Army’s 250th anniversary was a feel-good patriotic triumph and a rebuke to Democrats and their anti-Trump protests.
Our Nation’s ICE Officers have shown incredible strength, determination, and courage as they facilitate a very important mission, the largest Mass Deportation Operation of Illegal Aliens in History.
Suspect Vance Boelter arrested in Sibley County after allegedly targeting and shooting Minnesota lawmakers in a planned attack while wearing a police-like uniform and mask.
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There are now at least 32 tankers observed in the overnight group.
A considerable portion went to Morón Air Base in Spain, with others on to UK, Germany, Italy and 1 to Estonia. A few pressed on to the #middleeast CENTCOM AOR.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Israeli airstrikes and gunfire massacred at least 20 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip overnight and into Saturday, intensifying a brutal 20-month war that has left tens of thousands dead and displaced.
“There’s a lot of things wrong with this country, but one of the few things still right with it is that a man can steer clear of the organized bullshit if he really wants to. It’s a goddamned luxury, and if I were you, I’d take advantage of it while you can.” — Hunter S Thompson
When their nest is disturbed #bumblebees react by hissing. This hissing sound is produced by vibrating their wings and is a defence mechanism used to warn off and deter predators entering the nest. #bees #worldbeesanctuary #nature #insects #wildlife #science 🐝🌍
When asked whether the U.S. will join Israel in carrying out direct strikes on Iran, Trump said “We're not involved in it. It's possible we could get involved.”
42 millions d'euros, c'est la somme d'argent public français et européen qui a servi à financer les drones bombardant les civils en Palestine.
Derrière un projet pour "garantir l'autonomie stratégique" de l'Europe, c'est l'entreprise publique israélienne au cœur de la machine de guerre contre Gaza et la Cisjordanie qui en a bénéficié au final.
La France est doublement complice : cofinanceur du projet mais aussi bénéficiaire, à travers le constructeur de drones Safran, dont l'État français est actionnaire...
Édifiante enquête de Disclose, Investigate Europe et Reporters United 👇
These problems are all too common, particularly in aging cranes or those under heavy use without regular upkeep. Fortunately, most issues provide early clues. Learning to recognize and address them can save you from costly repairs and downtime.
Hydraulic systems power cranes, enabling them to handle demanding tasks with ease. When they’re functioning well, they’re practically invisible. But when leaks, overheating, or pressure loss occur, your crane can grind to a halt, stalling your work.
These problems are all too common, particularly in aging cranes or those under heavy use without regular upkeep. Fortunately, most issues provide early clues. Learning to recognize and address them can save you from costly repairs and downtime.
Leaks: Small Drips, Big Problems
Hydraulic leaks are one of the most frequent issues in crane operations. Some are obvious, leaving puddles under the machine. Others are sneaky, seeping slowly and causing unseen damage. Damaged hoses, worn seals, or loose connections are typical culprits, worn down by relentless pressure.
Leaks do more than waste fluid—they hurt performance. You might notice delayed responses or reduced lifting power. Many operators top off the fluid and carry on, but that’s a short-term solution. Unchecked leaks lower system pressure, let air into the lines, and can trigger overheating.
To fix a leak, stop the crane and trace its source. Clean the area, restart the system, and inspect closely. A slight oil spray near a fitting can indicate a serious problem. For Kobelco cranes, keep spare hoses and seals ready to avoid delays. A reliable crane parts supplier can deliver Kobelco crane parts quickly, keeping disruptions to a minimum.
Overheating: A Growing Risk
Hydraulic fluid needs to stay within a specific temperature range to work effectively. When it overheats, it loses viscosity, reducing lubrication and causing parts to wear out faster. This can lead to complete system breakdown.
Look for signs like a burnt odor, dark oil, or uneven crane movements. Overheating can result from low fluid levels, clogged filters, blocked airflow, or a failing cooling system. Pushing the crane too hard, especially in warm conditions, can worsen the problem. Older or heavily used cranes are especially susceptible.
Troubleshoot by checking fluid levels and condition. Replace old oil and clean filters. Clear debris from the cooling system. Using low-quality parts on a Kobelco crane can contribute to overheating, as they tend to run hotter and fail sooner. Stick with Kobelco crane parts from a trusted crane parts supplier to ensure system efficiency.
Loss of Pressure: When Strength Slips
Nothing’s more frustrating than a crane that can’t perform. Loss of hydraulic pressure can make even simple tasks a struggle. Internal issues—like a worn pump, stuck valve, or leaking cylinder—can sap pressure, even without external leaks.
Pressure loss can seem abrupt, with slow or jerky movements disrupting operations. Air in the system, often from leaks, is a frequent cause. Start by checking fluid levels and looking for bubbles. If the problem persists, a pressure test may be necessary. For Kobelco cranes, verify that recent part replacements meet standards, as subpar parts can throw off pressure flow. A dependable crane parts supplier can provide Kobelco crane parts that get your crane back to full strength.
Keeping Issues at Bay
You don’t need a full-time mechanic to keep your hydraulic system in check—just a proactive approach. Regularly inspect fluid levels, scan for leaks, and heed odd noises or smells. Catching a small issue, like a loose fitting, is quick and cheap. Ignoring it can lead to costly repairs, like replacing a failed pump.
High-quality parts are essential. For Kobelco cranes, using cheap components invites trouble. A reputable crane parts supplier ensures you get reliable Kobelco crane parts, saving you from headaches and downtime.
Closing Thought
Hydraulic systems are tough but not indestructible. Leaks, overheating, and pressure loss are warning signs that need immediate attention. Left unchecked, they turn minor problems into major costs.
Stay vigilant with regular checks, quick action, and trusted Kobelco crane parts from a reliable crane parts supplier. This keeps your cranes—and your projects—moving forward smoothly.
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Le Caire : disparition préoccupante d’un Français impliqué dans la marche pour Gaza
Dans la nuit du 14 au 15 juin, vers 1h30 du matin, le docteur Hichem El Ghaoui, ressortissant français, et un des principaux organisateurs de la marche pour Gaza, a été arrêté dans son hôtel au Caire. Selon plusieurs témoins sur place,… blast-info.fr/articles/2025/le… #Gaza #International #Police
Dans la nuit du 14 au 15 juin, vers 1h30 du matin, le docteur Hichem El Ghaoui, ressortissant français, et un des principaux organisateurs de la marche pour Gaza, a été arrêté dans son hôtel au Caire. Selon plusieurs témoins sur place, l’arrestation…
It wasn’t So Yun-ha’s first time prowling the rugged mountain roads amid swarms of weekend hikers. But on a recent Sunday afternoon past the north gate of Namhan fortress, nestled in a suburb of Seoul, Mr.
Como parte de su respuesta a los ataques #israelíes contra instalaciones #iraníes, anoche Irán atacó el Instituto Weizmann, establecido durante la ocupación #británica de #Palestina.
Fundado por Chaim Weizmann, líder del movimiento #sionista desde hace mucho tiempo, el instituto contribuye al desarrollo de las capacidades bélicas del ejército #israelí...
Como parte de su respuesta a los ataques israelíes contra instalaciones iraníes, anoche Irán atacó el Instituto Weizmann, establecido durante la ocupación británica de Palestina.
📣 Demain s’ouvre le Salon du Bourget. 🚀
Vitrine mondiale de l’excellence aéronautique et spatiale … mais aussi, cette année, des armes utilisées par Israël contre les civils à Gaza.
🧵Petit thread.👇
CHICAGO: Israel’s military assault against Iran could continue for weeks, with the possible goal of regime change, a panel of experts hosted by the Middle East Institute said on Saturday. Panelists included retired Gen. Joseph L.
#Thilo #Sarrazin geht im Gespräch mit der Weltwoche auf das Thema Politischer #Islam ein (ab Min. 22).
Diese Ideologie sieht die Errichtung eines totalitären Kalifatstaats vor, in dem die Scharia nach wörtlich ausgelegten Vorgaben des #Koran Gesetz ist youtu.be/QPRjOGidDAQ
#Japan läßt grundsätzlich keine #Muslime einreisen!
Im exklusiven Interview spricht Thilo Sarrazin über seine Einschätzung zur Integrationspolitik, kulturellen Herausforderungen und der Frage, wie die Politik ...
A group called Facts Still Matter claims to have identified 23,956 so-called ICE agents, including the names and addresses of thousands of Proud Boys, Oath Keepers, J6 Insurrectionists, and similar enemy militia groups.
Cut off from U.S. technology, China’s biggest tech giants weren’t supposed to recover this fast. A surprise comeback is reshaping the balance in the chip industry. What Huawei and Xiaomi pulled off is already turning heads in Washington.
Blast: Le Caire : disparition préoccupante d’un Français impliqué dans la marche pour Gaza
Dans la nuit du 14 au 15 juin, vers 1h30 du matin, le docteur Hichem El Ghaoui, ressortissant français, et un des principaux organisateurs de la marche pour Gaza, a été arrêté dans son hôtel au Caire. Selon plusieurs témoins sur place, l’arrestation aurait été menée par des agents en civil, présumés appartenir aux services de renseignement égyptiens.
Son épouse, également française, aurait été arrêtée en même temps que lui, puis placée dans un avion.
Ses proches restent sans aucune nouvelle du docteur El Ghaoui. Ils ont tenté de contacter l’ambassade, qui affirme ne disposer d’aucune information à ce sujet. @egypt
I don't understand the people who told me I would get more conservative with age. The more powerful I become, the more angry I get at the people who abuse their power and the more aware I become of the ways in which systemic oppression functions.
I use simple technology when I ride. My timer is...
When I need to catch my breath
When I need water or shade
I don't usually care much how long I rode, but the few long rides I've timed myself on were around 1:40 or so, with only like 2 breaks in between, around 36 miles total, one way.
⚡️ The Aerospace Forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announces to the dear Iranian people that moments ago, a new and decisive wave of missile attacks was launched as part of Operation "True Promise 3," more powerful and impactful than its predecessors.
These precision strikes targeted the command and control systems of the oppressive Zionist entity, utilizing advanced operational methods supported by sophisticated intelligence and armament capabilities, enhanced by the blood of martyred leaders: Bagheri, Salami, Hajizadeh, and other aerospace heroes.
This technical superiority led to the disruption of the enemy's multi-layered defense systems, to the extent that some of its Patriot and defensive systems targeted each other, resulting in a major breach of the Zionist defense system, despite its full support from the United States and Western countries and their provision of the latest technologies.
Today, the prophecy of the martyred leaders has been fulfilled, who repeatedly affirmed that Operation "True Promise 3" and subsequent operations would be more painful, more accurate in targeting, and greater in impact than any previous operation.
This operation has also proven the falsity of Zionist and American enemy assessments, and clearly demonstrated the depth of intelligence and strategic failure in their calculations regarding the Islamic Republic. Today, we are witnessing the beginning of the collapse of the Zionist occupation entity.
We direct a clear message to the supporters of this criminal entity: precise and effective strikes will continue relentlessly until the elimination and complete disappearance of this artificial entity.
⚡️ The Aerospace Forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announces to the dear Iranian people that moments ago, a new and decisive wave of missile attacks was launched as part of Operation "True Promise 3," more powerful and impactful than it…
Benjamin Netanyahu's unprovoked attack on Iran is another in the long list of examples of how the right is now the biggest threat to global stability and security. The post The regime change the West needs is the end of Netanyahu appeared first on Crikey.
Les 3 sénateurs RN n'ont pas pris part au vote sur la taxe Zucman, s'alliant aux macronistes et à la droite pour perpétuer les privilèges des ultra-riches afin qu'ils continuent à payer moins d'impôts que les classes populaires et moyennes
A senior Israeli official concedes that Israel remains far from dismantling Iran’s nuclear program and acknowledges that any military option would require
BEIJING — Economic cooperation between China and Central Asia has reached unprecedented levels, with trade volumes expanding consistently over the past twelve years, according to Sunday's customs data.
I’ve always tried to be diplomatic with family and friends on FB, but this No Kings garbage deserves to be called out for the moronical thing that it is.
Caitlin Johnstone- The challenge isn’t KEEPING the US out of Israel’s wars, it’s GETTING the US out of Israel’s wars. THAT is where the push should be.
I was just walking around shinjuku and the density of super cute women is insane. I walked by a meet n greet for some boy band called "dragon" something and literally every woman was young and beautiful.
@sun Haven't had the rural japan experience yet. Major cities skewing things makes sense but it was still surprising compared to visiting a major city around here.
I'm also glad I was able to make a spring trip. Streets full of attractive women in kimonos around the cherry blossoms. There's probably photos of me out there where I'm just looking 😳
for those who are reading the western media and have become convinced iran is the one getting hit harder, take note of israeli leaders all of a sudden singing a very different tune. #iran #israel #iranisraelwar
Indigenous scholar Tyson Yunkaporta on gut knowing and brain knowing: "The gut governs terrestrial relations and is in constant communication with land and all our human and nonhuman kin. The head follows slower signals and cannot pivot in ways that are informed by complexity, so the mind can manifest as a top-down governance relation when it is not used in concert with the gut. When a person’s head is in the clouds, carrying or longing for unearned power and privilege, their gut is out of right relation, which may result in a series of cascading failures that affect all the systems and beings around them. Executive function should always be signed off by the gut before any action is taken, if these consequences are to be avoided. Your gut might pick up the subtle informatics of a car salesman weirdly staring at your kids while you’re distracted and checking under the hood—so your head may be telling you it’s a good deal, but your gut is telling you not to trust this creep." - emergencemagazine.org/essay/fi…
I was just talking with @saltphoenix about how much I value the Hawaiian concept na'au, which refers to gut knowing.
I like to think that my gut knowing game is pretty strong, and when working correctly, it leads me in the right direction.
I also like what Dr. Yunkaporta has to say about gut knowing governing everything to do with the land. The longer I live with the land, the more in tune I feel with it, and the better my intuition gets (specifically intuition for land stuff, not in general).
He's right that it operates faster than brain thinking and that it's able to work on incomplete data (the dynamics of the land and ocean and sky are so complicated that you're basically always working with incomplete data when making decisions about how to relate to the land).
Anyway, the article is written in quite fancy language, but the ideas are solid.
Probing the way we overthink and underfeel our existence, Aboriginal scholar Tyson Yunkaporta urges us to attend to a vital intelligence beyond the cerebral: the fire in our gut.
They did DNA studies to try to find the location of ancient Ashkenaz homeland of the Adhkenazi Jews in an article I read and they came up with a location in Turkey that they said was where Ashkenaz was
The Soviet Union ancestry might contribute some Mongoloid ancestry mixed with Caucasian ancestry
If I had to guess the primary ancestry of Ashkenazi Jews on average is from Germany, Poland and the Soviet Union where most of them primarily came from
In much smaller amounts than the Syrian Palestinians they might have some ancestry from the middle East near Israel including ancestry from the countries that were enemies of ancient Israel
If you take a weighted average of the locations of their ancestors you might end up with Ashkenaz in Turkey not in Israel
I'm in need of a CAD program with an easy aproach for someone with zero experience on this type of software.
3D printing is not a concern
I intend to draw the blueprints for my house. The building is old, no blueprints exist for it, and I intend to make renovations to it, so having blueprints to work on to plan the renovations will be a huge help.
Onshape has a free tier, though all the cad files you make in it are publically available. That being said, it's easy to use and, since it's browser based, completely comparable with linux
FreeCAD is the most common solid FOSS modeler. I do not think any solid modeling system is that simple. They tend to need training and continuous use. That was my experience with SolidWorks and NX anyway.
FreeCAD is pretty capable but it's openly 3D focused and doesn't make for a great 2D only solution. However, for some simple work with remodeling, it might be fine.
Sketcher is used as the first step for an extrusion iirc but draft is what he wants. It is just more built for 3D models to be turned into drafts rather than making a draft from scratch.
I’m in need of a CAD program with an easy aproach for someone with zero experience on this type of software.
If you have zero experience with CAD, but some experience with programming languages or things like LaTeX, JSON, XML, HTML, etc., I'd suggest giving OpenSCAD a try. While it is definitely for more advanced users, it managed to instantly click with me, in contrast to FreeCAD and others I just couldn't get into (or rather back into, since my AutoCAD lessons back in school). That it allowed me to work work on CAD drawings in Emacs helped too...
I've been doing amazing stuff in FreeCAD. It has a lot of power that lets me do things I never thought I would be able to do. It's also riddled with bugs that will make you want to throw your computer out the window.
My success with FreeCAD comes from extremely strict version control and years of use. I've learned to live with a few specific bugs. For example, external geometry doesn't work and hasn't for 14 months. Don't believe the forum when they say it works. It does not. In any given sketch, you will be able to make is 0 or 1 external link work properly without breaking your drawing. If you have more than one external link, even if you aren't using any of them, it will give you a "wire not closed" error when trying to pad or pocket.
Oddly, the subshape binder works perfectly and it is the illegitimate brother of external links. It even uses the external link tool to define import links from the binder object. Using a master sketch and the subshape binder is absolutely brilliant and wildly productive.
It comes down to having several tools to do any given thing but only one or two may be working.
There is a decent architectural plug-in for FreeCAD. I think Yorik wrote it, some time ago, but it's brilliant. I've used it for doing exactly what you describe on several house projects and it's helped quite a bit with renovations.
SweetHome3d is also a decent app but extremely primative and it's not going to create professional looking blueprints for anyone. It's really just a toy but can be extremely useful for mocking up a design or room layout. I have used it for years with great benefit. It's simple, quite powerful, and a brilliant visualization tool.
Honestly, if you want to create real blueprints to give to a builder, you're going to need Windows or OSX and one of a handful of applications, preeminently AutoDesk REVIT. REVIT is probably over specified for your purpose but it's the adult table. At least know it's there if you find linux apps have too many shortcomings.
Look at QCad. They have a paid ($40), and a free version that is fully functional and open source. It's the most autocad-like app out there, so learning that has the advantage of learning the UI of autocad too.
LibreCad that others suggested was forked from Qcad about 15 years ago and hasn't moved much in terms of features. While QCad has. So in my opinion, it's the best solution.
Then there's Freecad, but that's more about 3D cad, and it's more complicated overall.
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In this sense, the fantasy of immunity granted by the army runs even deeper in the Zionist left than on the right. The right’s answer to its security anxiety is annihilation and ethnic cleansing — that’s its endgame.«
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We Israelis must understand — we are not immune.«