Prologue Journal – Page 39355 – Understanding current events through the lenses of the past and future.

Syria headed back to Arab League, can Iran use this to threaten Israel? – analysis

Jerusalem Post The return of Syria to the Arab League is a symbolic turning point, bookending the Arab Spring and part of a new diplomatic era in the region, with the potential to hand over a win to Iran and Russia https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-742349

State of emergency declared in Kurgan Region over wildfires

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. The relevant decree signed by the governor https://tass.com/emergencies/1614733

Biden Says ‘My Son Has Done Nothing Wrong’

Wall Street Journal The President sends an inappropriate signal to the Justice Department. https://www.wsj.com/articles/my-son-has-done-nothing-wrong-hunter-joe-biden-justice-department-indictment-5b0df0d8

At Least 7 Killed After Driver Plows Car Into Group in Texas

New York Times The driver of a Range Rover barreled into a crowd of migrants in Brownsville, Texas, an official said. It was unclear if the crash had been accidental or deliberate. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/07/us/car-pedestrians-brownsville-texas.html

It’s Long Past Morning In Biden’s America

Wall Street Journal The president tries to mimic Reagan’s re-election campaign but produces something old and dark. https://www.wsj.com/articles/its-long-past-morning-in-bidens-america-reagan-copycat-age-re-election-ad-b695005c

The Lockdowns Are Over, but the Damage Goes On

Wall Street Journal Workforce dropouts and drug overdoses became more common as the world obsessed over the virus. https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-lockdowns-are-over-but-the-damage-goes-on-covid-19-vaccine-dr-anthony-fauci-overdose-mental-illness-48b56315

‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ Delivers $100 Million-Plus Debut for Disney’s Marvel

Wall Street Journal The third installment of director James Gunn’s trilogy tallied $114 million in domestic ticket sales this weekend, giving Marvel Studios a strong but tepid start to the aging franchise. https://www.wsj.com/articles/guardians-of-the-galaxy-vol-3-delivers-a-100-million-plus-debut-for-disneys-marvel-86bb29ba

Dem, GOP House Intel leaders: Israel, Jordan, Egypt want ‘stronger’ US role in region as China makes inroads

Fox News House Intelligence Committee Republican Chairman Mike Turner, R-Ohio, and ranking Democrat Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., revealed that Israel, Jordan and Egypt are pushing for a greater U.S. presence in the Middle East amid growing concerns of a nuclear Iran and an increased Chinese footprint. “[Israel, Jordan and Eqypt] were all very much encouraging…

At least 16 drown after boat capsizes in India’s Kerala

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-742346

Russian propagandist said he was driving his car when it exploded

Pravda Ukraine Russian propagandist Zakhar Prilepin stated that he was driving in his car when the explosion occurred to his right, under the other front wheel. Source: Prilepin in the first post on his Telegram channel since the explosion Quote: “Sasha [Shubin, who died in the explosion – ed. https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/05/7/7401083/