[HOMLND SEC MEMO HIGHEST THRT LVL] SPECIAL ALERT: INTERCESSORS 4 AMERICA ON WATCH IN WASHINGTON

ifapray.org ^ | 27 NOV 2003 | Francis Frangipane; Paul Sperry Wash B Chief

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SPECIAL ALERT: INTERCESSORS FOR AMERICA ON WATCH IN WASHINGTON Francis Frangipane Nov 27, 2003

Tuesday, November 25, 2003 (5764)

TODAY'S TOPICS:

Homeland Security Issues Highest Terror Threat Level Prevailing Prayer A Necessity At This Critical Time Al Qaeda Warns Of "Biggest Operation In The United States"

HOMELAND SECURITY ISSUES HIGHEST TERROR THREAT LEVEL TO U.S. LAW ENFORCEMENT AND SECURITY PERSONNEL -

(Associated Press; WorldNetDaily.com, by Paul Sperry, Washington Bureau Chief, 11/24/03)

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has announced to the public that the nation's current terror threat level stands at yellow, or elevated, indicating there is only a significant risk of terrorist attacks. But, behind the scenes, it has directed federal and state law enforcement, as well as security personnel to initiate protective measures under its highest threat level - red - a condition when there is an imminent risk of terrorist attacks.

Marked "For Official Use Only," a five-page memo from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security was distributed Friday to federal departments and agencies, as well as state security managers and first responders. The Homeland Security memo warns that al-Qaeda might launch attacks "near the end of Ramadan (Nov. 24-27)," which happens to coincide this year with the Thanksgiving holiday.

Also, the State Department issued a "worldwide caution" for Americans traveling abroad, urging they "maintain a high level of vigilance" for possible terrorist attacks.

The memo advised federal agencies to initiate emergency counter terrorism measures to prevent possible al-Qaeda car bombings planned during the last days of the Muslim holiday Ramadan. Citing al-Qaeda's "increasingly sophisticated" car-bombing tactics, it recommends security guards tow all vehicles parked illegally in and around government facilities, if their owners cannot be identified, and inspect the undercarriage and other areas of vehicles entering sensitive areas, among other high-threat protective measures.

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I WILL SAY OF THE LORD, "HE IS MY REFUGE AND MY FORTESS, MY GOD, IN WHOM I TRUST." SURELY HE WILL SAVE YOU FROM THE FOWLERS SNARE AND FROM THE DEADLY PESTILENCE. - Psalm 91:2,3

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Although the department memo states: "We have no tactical information identifying timing, targets, tactics or locations for these operations," it goes on to say that "recent information" and attacks reflect "al-Qaeda's desire to repeat a mass casualty attack and/or strike major political and symbolic and economic targets" in America.

Al-Qaeda could also target "liquid natural gas, chemical or petrochemical sites near major population centers using multiple vehicle-born improvised explosive devices similar to those recently seen in the attacks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and Istanbul, Turkey," warns the internal department advisory titled, "Continued al-Qaeda Threats Abroad and in the Homeland."

The Department memo notes there has been at least one major terrorist attack resulting in substantial casualties each week over the past several weeks, and that the attacks have coincided with Ramadan. "These terrorist bombings, coupled with public proclamations regarding al-Qaeda's intentions to target Western interests, heighten our concern that a threat against the U.S. homeland and U.S. interests abroad continues," the document states.

PREVAILING PRAYER A NECESSITY AT THIS CRITICAL TIME - Ask the Lord to act in HIs own displeasure toward those who would strike terror into the earth. (Ezekiel 32:22-25; Psalm 7:11-16) Pray that He would root out and bring terrorists to justice. Pray that the Lord would show mercy, expose and thwart terrorist schemes, grant wisdom, discernment and protection to all in authority working to prevent terrorist attacks.

Let us continue to pray for the exposure and apprehension of Saddam Hussein, his Ba'ath loyalist leaders and al Qaeda terrorist leaders and fighters. Intercede for the protection of ambassador Bremer and his staff.

Pray for the protection of all Christians, and of all citizens, Coalition forces and humanitarian aid workers in Baghdad and Iraq - there is a network of 4,000 indigenous Iraqi UN-related food relief workers.

Let us affirm the finished work of Christ over all officials and all demonic forces and that "no weapon formed against the purposes of God will prosper." (Rev 1:5; Col 1:12-18, 2:15; Is 54:17). Ask the Lord to reveal and implement His "whole armor," grant wisdom, and show how free Iraqis and Coalition leaders and forces are to cooperate and to "stand" together. (Eph 6:13)

Let us petition the Lord of Hosts to deploy the angelic forces necessary to "clear the spiritual air," execute the "judgments" the Lord has decreed, protect human life, bring peace and order, constitutional good government, and the redemption and reconstruction He is intending for the Iraqi people(s). (Ps 2:6-12; 91:11-12; 1 Tim 2:2-5)

AL QAEDA WARNS OF "BIGGEST OPERATION IN THE UNITED STATES"; U.S. MUSLIMS URGED TO "TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE SHORT TIME LEFT" TO ESCAPE HARM'S WAY - Al Qaeda marked Eid al Fitr, the festival closing the Muslim festival of Ramadan, with a dramatic warning. According to DEBKAfile, (www.debka.com), an international terrorism and intelligence website, a message published over al Qaeda's electronic channels and websites declared that the countdown has begun for the biggest operation ever carried out in the U.S. "The big blow will fall very shortly. It will consist of a series of surprise attacks that will cut America off from communication with its armies in Muslim countries." The reference is clearly to U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. The largest number, around 115,000 soldiers, is present in Iraq. Muslims living in the! U.S. are urged by the Al Qaeda warning to "take advantage of the short time left" to escape the country and harm's way.

Some of the messages say that a new Osama bin Laden videotape will soon be out. It will also carry statements by al Qaeda members who executed the last suicide attacks in Saudi Arabia and adherents who died in clashes with Saudi security. They will be shown describing how they were prepared for action. Bin Laden will intersperse these cuts with comments explaining the selection of Saudi targets. Some of the new messages are signed by Abu Assam al Yamani, who also threatens to murder Abdul Rahman Rashid, editor of the Saudi London-based paper Sharq al Awsat. Al Yamani says the al Qaeda passed sentence of death against the editor because he not only met President George W. Bush in the British capital last week but also interviewed him and appeared with the president in a joint photo.

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[Quix]

Francis is one of the most positive, unflappable, conciliatory prophetic people I know of. He tends to disagree with Snodgrass about America being due of great chunks of God's judgment because of our treatment of Israel. I think he's at least somewhat wrong about that. However, he's so solid and reasonable--his priorities seem to me to be more Biblical than so many in Christian leadership--I greatly respect what he says and at least consider it prayerfully.

I've been glad we've made it through Thanksgiving day without a major attack. We shall see if we make it through the end of the year or not.

I believe Franicis is also in touch with persons who pray in the White House with 'high level' officials on a fairly regular basis.

If we get through this hazardous time period, I believe it will be because of the prayer warrior, intercessory calls sent out by folks like Francis.

In any case--I believe Freepers need to be aware of this information; pray accordingly and be alert accordingly.

My search did not turn up the above posting. However a somewhat related thread in terms of topic is here:

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1026879/posts

[Petronski]

I thank you for sharing this information, but I have no idea how credible it is, or what level of confidence I should ascribe to it.

[Quix]

PING

RE WOT INCREASED PRAYER ALERT FROM FRANCIS FRANGIPANE

RE BEHIND THE SCENES RAISING OF THREAT LEVEL TO RED IN FYIO MEMO TO LAW ENFORCEMENT AROUND THE NATION.

Thanks for all your prayers for so many needs in months past.

Blessings as you pray and as you play this Holiday Season and in the New Year! May we get there whole by The Blood of The Lamb, the word of our testimony and our prayers.

[mhking]

RED ALERT!

SHIELDS UP!

ALL HANDS TO GENERAL QUARTERS!

CAPTAIN KIRK TO THE BRIDGE!

Just damn.

If you want on the new list, FReepmail me. This IS a high-volume PING list...

[visualops]

The link to the other thread:

HOMELAND SECURITY ISSUES NEW WARNINGS

Personally I think we are in this kind of danger pretty well consistently. Al-Queda et al I'm sure are trying quite hard to bring about something to show their "power".

[mhking]

From Northeast Intelligence Network (http://www.hagmannpi.com/terror.htm):

This image was taken by a professional photographer after observing the helicopter using 10x binoculars for several minutes. The helicopter was observed quietly flying in a tight pattern over an area near the nuclear facility, using a device tethered to the helicopter as if it was searching for a specific location or "target." The photograph was taken earlier this week, however was not released until being authenticated through independent analysis. Additional investigation verified the authenticity of the image and the veracity of the photographer. Corroborating witnesses were also located and interviewed.

The original image was shown to several individuals familiar with radiological detection equipment without providing them with any information or explanation of the photograph; they were selected based on their knowledge of such equipment and asked to describe the image depicted. All sources provided nearly identical responses-- the helicopter is most likely an asset of the Nuclear Emergency Search Team (NEST) and the line is carrying an array of "directional flux probes" designed to search for the "signature" of a radiological device.

Questioned on whether such a device would be used to check for leakage within a nuclear reactor, containment facility or other physical structures operated by a nuclear power plant, all of the sources familiar with power plant operations were at a loss to explain the use of such equipment "absent of any known or suspected radiological leakage." Additionally, the photographer admitted that during the last 14 years of living within close proximity to the power facility, he had never seen any such device being used. Initially thought to be a device used in the transportation of power equipment, then suspected of being an instrument used to clear brush from critical power structures, our investigation proved otherwise. A thorough investigation into the activities at this facility on the date and within a six-hour time period that this photograph was taken was performed. According to sources directly responsible for such activities, it was learned that no authorization was given to any employee, contractor, sub-contractor, or public utility to perform any type of work, including but not limited to the activities mentioned above at the location where this helicopter was observed.

It is interesting to note that this image was taken on the same day that several news stories were published that referenced "dirty bombs" or other types of nuclear devices being viewed as a credible threat within the United States. Based on the results of our combined investigation as well as the interesting timing of this sighting, it seems as though we currently have more questions than answers. -- Douglas J. Hagmann, Director

[Fred Mertz]

Personally I think we are in this kind of danger pretty well consistently.

Personally, I think it's a bunch of bunk. The gummint issues these warnings to keep the sheeple in their pens and also as a CYA memorandum...in case anything might happen.

[Quix]

I don't know that anyone does.

I doubt the President does. I doubt Ashcroft does. I doubt Condi Rice does. I doubt Bin Laden does.

There are toooooooooooo many largely unknown factors.

Bin Laden can give out orders. Thousands of factors can intervene or delay on a natural level as well as in the spiritual realm impacting the natural level/dimension.

President Bush can give out orders for protective actions based on whatever quality of intelligence. Who knows the quality of the the intelligence. Who knows the quality of individuals following Bush's orders.

And who knows the disinformation games on all sides.

God knows. Let His Spirit guide our prayers and our alertness, preparations.

But the watchman has a duty to warn. Individual responsibility is between the individual and God, IMHO.

[Arkinsaw]

Hey, one of these things flew over here about a month ago. They flew it over to our local airport and then lowered it onto its point, and then slowly leaned it over, and then cut it lose on the grass.

My take on it at the time was that it was a large drilling auger. I doubt that it had any delicate electronics in it because they just dumped it on the ground with a big thud.

[Cicero]

They could be just testing he equipment. In any case, they probably wouldn't say.

[Petronski]

Of course, I trust in God too, especially in these times.

But what I meant was not the credibility of the reports of an attack, but rather the credibility of the reports that DHS is quietly initiating RED-level procedures.

If that were true, I could at least wrap my mind around the idea that something hot is going on. But, is that report of initiation of RED-level procedures actually true? That's what I meant about credibility.

[WackyKat]

Obviously, the recent requests from the moderators to post "prayer requests" and religious material in the Religion forum has made absolutely no impression on you.
And don't respond that the "article" (really some self-styled prophet's e-mail) mentions the terror alert level so that qualifies it as "Breaking News", because it doesn't.

[Quix]

A lot of our Christian sources are undiscrimminating.

But Francis strikes me as the opposite.

I don't believe he'd lightly put something like this out with his name attached unless he'd checked it out with some pretty high placed sources. He certainly has the connections to check it out through.

But in the final analysis--I can't swear for certain about these understandings/suppositions.

[Quix]

Thanks.

Fascinating in a sobering way.

[Petronski]

That's an honest assessment, and I appreciate it.

[Quix]

I agree with you.

[Quix]

I would sure like you to be right, Fred.

I wish I had even a little confidence that you were.

I wouldn't put such past the gummit.

I just don't think that's the case here.

[Quix]

How identical was it?

How close was your view?

Electonics CAN be pretty hardened for such shocks.

[Normal4me]

"My take on it at the time was that it was a large drilling auger."

Ding Ding Ding, we have a winner!

[Arkinsaw]

How identical was it?

Both it and the helicopter were identical.

How close was your view?

It passed 100 yards from me and dumped it about 300 yards from me.

It looked like a big auger to me.