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This is a genuine Gazan refugee who went the to US. He had many of his family killed in Gaza and went through a stage of taking part in demonstrations. Yes he is a green card holder and a Senior Fellow @AtlanticCouncil now. This is how a responsible individual acts who once a blinded “pro-Palestine activist" Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib I was once a blinded “pro-Palestine activist:” As a former asylum seeker now United States citizen, I had arrived here right as Hamas was taking control of the Gaza Strip, and the horrendous cycle of useless wars between the terror group and Israel was starting. When I was a young man, I attended pro-Palestine demonstrations while going through the immigration process, feeling a sense of community, even excitement that proliferated among activists and those who wanted to show solidarity and pursue justice in Palestine. Very quickly, however, I realized the problem with a lot of these demonstrations and actions while registering the fact that I am privileged to be an immigrant to the US, meaning that I should not be part of disruptive, detrimental, and harmful actions, which really had nothing to do with Palestinians rights to safety, freedom, and independence. When I observed anti-American or anti-Western behavior and rhetoric, I realized that this was not a context I wanted to be part of as someone who relished the vast potential of life in the United States. I can disagree all I want with US foreign policy and hold beliefs that are organically and authentically my own, informed by my lived experience, background, and aspirations. But at the end of the day, I was a stateless man from Gaza seeking to establish a new life, and I always remembered the value of being an American and how that would actually allow me to support the Palestinian people in a pragmatic, practical manner. Over several years, I felt increasingly tokenized by elements of the “pro-Palestine” movement who wanted to use me as a Gazan voice but did not want to hear any of my critiques of Hamas, despite the fact that large swaths of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip loathe the organization. I remember vividly when I asked why we can’t bring an American flag to a “pro-Palestine” demonstration when the “pro-Israel” community does that on a regular basis, given that we are all Americans, or in my case, an American in the making. Listening to the avalanche of anti-American voices who did not for a second tolerate any space for diverse perspectives under the umbrella of their activism and were descending into overt support for a foreign terror organization left me heartbroken, though it was incredibly clear I could never be part of such hooliganism. My point is that though it may be unfair, there is an extra burden on those who immigrate to this country and become citizens to appreciate the duties and responsibilities which come with the privileges of being part of this nation, even when one wants to express their firmly held views about a social or political issue. Far-left, theoretical academic, and extremist points of view will never serve those who escape the perils of life in troubled Middle Eastern countries, especially those of Palestinian heritage, as they embark on a journey to live in the United States. Individual responsibility and accountability are the only things that can ensure a pathway toward progress, self-fulfillment, and prosperity. I do not wish ill or pain upon anyone, including those who have harmed me, regularly attacked me, or worked overtime to suppress my voice and ability to share a divergent pro-Palestinian perspective centered around radical pragmatism, peace, and coexistence as courageous evolutions that are necessary to protect Palestinian lives. I feel sorry for those who regularly attack me and call me “a Zionist, traitor, sell-out, spy, etc.” because they are inherently limited and will never progress beyond their entrenched narratives. But instead of doubling down on extremist, pro-Hamas, pro-violence, anti-Western, vile speech and rhetoric, perhaps it is time to finally embrace a different pathway forward. Pro-Palestine activism and advocacy are in desperate need of being reimagined, rejuvenated, and reconstituted as much more than merely anti-Israel. Amidst the immense uncertainty and chaos on numerous fronts, and although First Amendment protections are fundamental to what makes the United States free and open, it is still incumbent on each of us to do some soul-searching and introspection to prevent unnecessary hardships and consequences. My message to “pro-Palestine” activists and demonstrators in the United States: stop supporting Hamas and the armed resistance narrative; realize the futility and uselessness of your precious life being wasted in what you are doing; acknowledge that academic theory and ivory tower perspectives are incredibly irrelevant and useless to improve Palestinians’ lives; Israel and Jewish-Israelis are here to stay and will always have to be part of the solution even if you don’t like Zionism and how the country was formed; be a good custodian of the cause and privilege you behold; understand that living in the United States is an incredible opportunity; resist the temptation to be part of far-left, communist, extremist, Islamist or any other moronic pro-terror ideologies and organizations; and appreciate that your actions will have consequences and implications that may reverberate far beyond the current moment – think, choose, speak and act accordingly!
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The law regarding this individual and again your showing your ignorance to the topic and the OP "5. Separately, though no crime of “material” support of terrorism (or any other crime) is legally necessary to deport an alien, his distribution of pamphlets with Hamas iconography and language is “material” support (yes, producing and distributing documents is considered material support — look it up — just like other forms of “material” support like direct financial assistance). "
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His case is being heard now in the courts, you are talking nonsense and arguing against established US immigration law and the numerous posts outlining the evidence and procedure already in this topic. Do you put this much effort into demanding the release of the US hostage still being held by Hamas in the terror tunnels, the same terrorists that Khalil supports?
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Updates and events in the War in Ukraine 2025
Bkk Brian replied to cdnvic's topic in The War in Ukraine
Excellent news. "Two Chinese state oil companies have halted purchases of Russian oil, and two more have decreased the amount of oil purchased - they are assessing compliance with the US sanctions on Russia, Reuters reports. Since the US sanctions were introduced on January 10, imports from Russia sharply declined in China and India. A source in Beijing told Reuters that their company stopped buying oil from Russia until it gets a detailed compliance check. If the USA were to lift or ease sanctions against Russia in a possible ceasefire deal, then the company would probably resume purchases of Russian oil. Two Russian companies, Surgutneftegaz and Gazprom Neft, export about 1,2 metric tons of oil to China per month." https://x.com/Gerashchenko_en/status/1900526788196917636 -
Here’s why Mahmoud Khalil will be deported, without a doubt. 1. Legal permanent residents are still aliens subject to 8 USC 1182 and 8 USC 1227, and thus explicitly deportable for any speech expressing support for designated terrorist organizations or statutorily defined “terrorist activities,” as well as deportable for foreign policy grounds at the sole determination of the Secretary of State and/or AG. These are not crimes, but they don’t have to be. They are removal grounds under 8 USC 1182 and 8 USC 1227. No criminal conviction is required to remove aliens. IF a crime is committed, it can serve as grounds for removal, but no allegation of criminal misconduct is necessary. 2. No due process has been denied. He is entitled to a basic statement that he is being detained and subject to removal proceedings, and he got one, and he’s entitled to a removal hearing before being deported, and he’ll get one. 3. He is not missing. The ICE detention database, available to the public, clearly lists that he is in a detention facility in Louisiana. 4. These actions are not being done in the name of “Jewish safety.” They are being done on the basis of expressing support for terrorism organizations or activities and on foreign policy grounds which is the prerogative of the Secretary of State and/or AG. 5. Separately, though no crime of “material” support of terrorism (or any other crime) is legally necessary to deport an alien, his distribution of pamphlets with Hamas iconography and language is “material” support (yes, producing and distributing documents is considered material support — look it up — just like other forms of “material” support like direct financial assistance). 6. This is an open-and-shut case. At the removal hearing, the government will recite the above, and the judge will affirm that these recitations have been made. On the “foreign policy” grounds of 8 USC 1227 alone, Mahmoud Kahlil is deportable and the government’s declaration that his presence is contrary to foreign policy is non-reviewable. The judge is not entitled to second-guess this; the judge can only require that this invocation be made by the government, and indeed, this invocation will be made.
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He's doing away with one of the largest quangos which will hopefully be excellent news but unfortunately he's creating more. What's a 'quango' - and how many are there? The Labour government has set up more than 20 since winning power last July. These include Great British Energy, which will invest in renewable energy to help meet clean power goals, and Skills England, which supports people in finding jobs. https://www.bbc.com/news/live/cx29lrl826rt?post=asset%3Adbb12fde-3492-498a-a601-2a48e25149d9#post
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None is consistent, non has at legal basis. You're a lawyer acting on his behalf now are you? There is plenty of material and video evidence including his direct interviews on tape. View some direct evidence for yourself below. "When you see people gnashing their teeth and rending their garments over the arrest and potential deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, one of the lead Hamas acolytes at Columbia University, show them this thread of his greatest hits" https://x.com/EFischberger/status/1898953421048193345