Both wars and rumours of wars are more intense, and woven intricately into the global situation. In part 1, I expand on wars and rumours of war being a model for a type of warfare using Matthew 24:6. Rumours are being used to strategise before and during a war and to justify warfare. It does not take a war expert to understand that Russia can take Kiev in a matter of hours. However there seems to be a very lengthy step-by-step plan being used. After all President Putin has had years to think on this situation. I think by using the Biblical context I answer the question of, Why drag it on?
The Ukraine-Russia war is a clear example of rumours before and during a war. It proves that rumours can be a strategy of warfare under the sub-category of psychological warfare. Wars vary in situations and in size or type of weapons used. The Uppsala Conflict Data Program definition of a war is, a state-based conflict or dyad which reaches at least 1000 battle-related deaths in a specific calendar year.
Despite President Putin's claims of it being a peacekeeping mission, the conflict in Ukraine is definitely a war. It has an impact of a war and I dare say, that of a world war. It has potential to become a nuclear war. The war demonstrates the fulfilment of prophesy or the truth of prophesy as follows:
- Rosh becomes a world power involved in warfare
- As an example of the connection between wars and rumours of war
- It furthers the alliances for what is referred to as the Pre-Tribulation War found in Ezekiel 38
ROSH AS A WORLD POWER
Russia has long been a leader in global issues but overshadowed to a large extent by America. Rosh is the Biblical name for Russia. As a nation it is referenced in Ezekiel 38 and 39, and Isaiah 66:19. Rosh is a world power according to the verse:
and say, ‘Thus says the Lord GOD: “Behold, I am against you, O Gog, the prince of Rosh, Meshech, and Tubal.'Ezekiel 38:3
It is quite curious that President Putin was known as 'Gog' in the past. Perhaps this was a rumour? Verse 2 refers to him as the chief prince. He is now the prince of Russia having been in position of leadership for twenty years. Russia has a growing influence in the Middle East. In Syria, Russians are feared. It may be possible that he becomes the chief or leader of parts of Asia Minor (Meshech) or in alliance with Turkey (Tubal).
The fear of war and the fear of nuclear war has taken its toll as many believe that the Pre-Tribulation War described in Ezekiel 38 and 39, will be a nuclear war. Europe had been through two world wars and formed the European Union to keep them from a third. This is partly due to nuclear weapons development.
The United Nations appears to be as helpless as NATO in the Ukraine-Russia situation. America is engaged in tactical nuclear exercises at Steadfast Noon. China and North Korea have intensified their weapons testing as well. At this point I want to suggest that there will be a war in different parts of the world and all related to establishing a new order. When you read new order you might think it is a conspiracy. By the way, a world leader did say this. Can you guess which one? President Putin should be your best answer.
The threat of Russia over the European nations has constantly played on the minds of the people from generation to generation. In this instance Russia is trying to deflect the threat to Ukraine. To be accepted not just as a world power but a super power, he has to build trust. He stated:
Ukraine wants to cause a nuclear incident and then put the responsibility on Russia in order to escalate the fighting.
Rumours are feeding the fear of escalation. The movement of nuclear capable missiles to different parts of Europe fuels the rumours and thoughts along these lines. To be free of the oppressive atmosphere created, the people in various European nations are saying they do not want the war and are willing to give into Russian demands.
Rumours play a role in psychological warfare. The impact of dragging the war longer than needed on the rest of the world and on the people of Ukraine will not be known for another few years to come. Rumours prepare the minds of the people for a possible outcome. The strategy is to weaken the people without even fighting or firing a bullet. It's intimidation as used in street wars or classic school bullying. The bully being ROSH who will lead a war according to Ezekiel 38.
In WW2 the Jews knew what was happening but were comfortable and did not want to uproot themselves to leave Germany. I remember interviewing Mrs. Duverney on this. She too had fled Germany. I asked her why it took them so long to leave and she replied that they got comfortable. Is the people's reaction demonstrative of a people who denied reality? Given that they were impoverished and built up themselves I can understand the refusal to uproot themselves. But that hesitation cost them.
While everyone is distracted in verifying the so-called disinformation, Russia has taken the time to place nuclear strategic bombers in key positions around Europe like Finland. This demonstrates another level of escalation, that of the type of artillery being used as well as the involvement of more nations. Poland has already increased the amount of people drafted to the army in response to the Ukraine invasion. Russia is positioned as a threat.
The heavy military weapons owned by Russia has not yet been used. I dare say the reason for this war is achieved by the rumours of the war more so than the war. I therefore conclude that the war is not about Ukraine but in positioning Russia as a chief or world leader. This will be discussed further in the next blog.
THE INTERCONNECTION OF WARS AND RUMOURS
The Ukraine-Russia situation is filled with rumours. The rumours were before the invasion and still ongoing. It demonstrates the use of rumours in warfare and its impact as a strategy.
Do not let your heart grow faint, and do not be afraid when the rumour is heard in the land Jeremiah 51:46.
This verse not only indicates that rumours will be at a national level but it shows the impact of rumours on people. If rumours were not effective in affecting the mindset of the masses, leaders will not use them as a strategy.
Rumours can be used as a strategy before a war. Before invading Ukraine, Russia engaged in military exercises in Belarus. An onslaught of accusations and rumours followed. It was not long after Ukraine was attacked by Russia.
The rumours led nation leaders to make statements and pick sides. Some leaders were even accused of war mongering. This allowed Russia the opportunity to see;
1. where alliances were
2. the basis of the stance taken
3. the attitude or approach that would be taken for the war
4. the amount of time Russia would have to achieve the set goal
Rumours tend to create fear and chaos which affects decision-making. Belarus accused Ukraine of plotting terror attacks in their country. They then placed 70,000 soldiers and a concentration of military equipment on its border with Ukraine which is a threat to Kiev. 9,000 soldiers are said to be Russian.
Belarus continued to accuse the government of Kiev of subversion against it, and gathering intelligence in Belarus. Is this a pretext for joining the war? Is it a strategy to split the Ukrainian army? If the Ukraines split their forces between north and south they will not stand a chance. It is rumoured that that is exactly what the Ukraines have done!
The accusation and intimidation is obvious. Belarus has taken its participation to another level. After all the postulating and scheming, in October month, Ukraine was attacked from the Belarusian front. According to Oxford Language online, manoeuvre can mean, ‘to carefully guide or manipulate (someone or something) in order to achieve an end’. In light of this, I would say they are getting warmed up for something bigger. Wouldn't you? Meanwhile, there is a lot of death, destruction, and drama taking place in Ukraine.
Attack on Kiev 17/10/2022
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| Dirty bomb |
Rumours are used as justification. Due to technological advances, rumours take on propaganda proportions. Currently the rumour being spread by Russia is that Ukraine is building dirty bombs. Prior to this, was a rumour that they were planning to engage in chemical warfare. Even the handling of the rumours has gone a step further.
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| Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs |
Although it was rumoured by sources coming out of Russia that Ukraine was set for chemical warfare, there was no official statement. Russian government officials are now making specific statements about the dirty bombs. They are openly justifying particular strategic actions. It is not a strategy to stop the war, it is a strategy that escalates it. Is it fiction or non-fiction?
Russian strategic forces carrying out training of a
'massive nuclear stike in response to an enemy nuclear attack',
supervised by President Putin. (Russian Defense Ministry; Oct 26, 2022)
Rumours can be true. The attack on Kiev (17/10/2022) was surreal and groundbreaking. Residents tried to shoot down the drones. There is a multifaceted significance of the drone attack on Kiev. They were launched from Belarus. Belarus is now officially involved in the war. It proves the rumour during the exercises conducted in Belarus to be true after all.
Rumour has it that there is much more to this rumour. Yet, another country has become involved. Iran is from the Middle East and for the first time directly involved in a European war. For the first time a nation from the Middle East is involved in war in Europe. The drones were Kamakaze drones but appear to be a rebranding of the Iranian Shahed design. The images used in the tweet by Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs were dated from a 2010 presentation of the Shahed drones.
Still there is more to the rumour. There were sanctions on these drones. President Biden had lifted the sanctions. President Putin said he did not buy them and Iran denies selling them. Yet. the drones bear the serial numbers of the Shahed drones manufactured by Iran. More rumours? This peacekeeping mission (sarcasm) is definitely shaping up to be a world war. Is the war becoming more bloody?
At this point, China, India, and Serbia have asked citizens to leave Ukraine. The drones were targeting the electricity supplies and have been sent to residential areas. More and more evidence of atrocities being committed by Russia is coming out.
Attack on Kiev 17/10/2022 in video above
I can assume that the reason NATO and other nations have not defended Ukraine is due to the fear of escalation. Actually, President Joe Biden did say this. If another country joins in then there is cause for NATO to take action. But, they have not although Belarus got involved. Also, the Ukraine’s have officially accused Iran of participating in Russia's war crimes.
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| Ukraine calls on European Union to impose sanctions |
Russia has been preparing underground shelters in Moscow while the world is reeling from the shock of the drone attack. Israel has indicated that they now have just cause to get involved on behalf of Ukraine if Iran is supplying weapons to Russia. They are meeting with President Biden to present evidence of the Iranian drones in Ukraine.
Iran and Israel are, as prophesied, enemies. This would be another level of a world war. The rumours are being used to propel and intensify the war in Ukraine through fear to the Russian advantage. Russia seems to be more skilled in the use of rumours. Russia is using rumours as an offensive attack. Similarly Adolf Hitler's use of it to spread propaganda.
THE ALLIANCE OF EZEKIEL 38
It is the first time in over 70 years, Europe is facing a world war. The role of the European Union is highly questionable as being relevant in these times. For the prophesy of an attack on Israel to this magnitude and geographical extent to occur, the world bodies have to either agree with it or be silenced. More on this in Part 2 and Part 3.
The New York Times reported that there are Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps instructors operating from a Russian military base in Crimea where most of the suicide drones are stationed. It is claimed that they are there as instructors not to fly them. Given that many Syrian fighters were said to have been paid by the Russians to join the war, this war has the potential to be an Iranian and Russian conflict against Ukraine Israel.
A Russian defence ministry expert says on television,
'Just don't ask too much about these Iranian drones.
We all know they are Iranian but the authorities don't want to admit it.'
This war has had surprising outcomes and has been taking months. As the saying goes, God might be smiling on Ukraine after all. A number of nations had pulled out of Kiev from the start as it was the expectation that Ukraine will fold within a couple weeks at best. As the situation continues and it enters another level of intensity, it appears as nuclear war is inevitable and escalation occurs.
If it does not lead to a world war or a nuclear war then it is further positioning Russia as a super power, therefore a chief as in the prophesy. It is positioning itself to make such an attack on Israel possible even if there was no intent. However in the next blog, part 3 I will show that it is part of a plan. It actually is common sense when you think of it.
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