Russia’s 2024–2026 Fiscal Pivot: VAT Dominance, Corporate Tax Surge, and War Economy Strain.
By Rick Clay Russia’s 2024 federal revenue, estimated at ₽36.7 trillion, is overwhelmingly VAT-dependent. Mineral extraction VAT effectively a consumption tax on oil, gas, and coal—accounts for 34.0% of total revenue (₽12.5T), while domestic VAT contributes 23.8% (₽8.7T) and import VAT adds another 13.0% (₽4.8T). Together, these VAT streams comprise nearly 70% of Russia’s fiscal […]
Hezbollah Held Accountable: The Capitol Institute Demands Immediate Disarmament to Protect Lebanon.
Statement by The Capitol Institute. We are following with deep concern the ongoing developments regarding the presence of armed groups and stockpiles of weapons outside the authority of the Lebanese state, foremost among them Hezbollah. The continued possession of weapons outside state sovereignty constitutes an existential threat to Lebanon’s stability and to the safety of […]
Jordan’s Strategic Moment: Ihab Omeich at UNOCT and the Crown Prince’s Washington Visit.
By Maria Maalouf Jordan is seizing a historic moment on the global stage. The recent appointment of Ihab Omeich as Deputy Assistant Secretary-General for Counterterrorism and Director of Policy at the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) coincides with a high-profile visit by the Jordanian Crown Prince to Washington, signaling an unprecedented convergence of Arab […]
The Globalists Killed Charlie Kirk & they have names, see below.
By General Mike Flynn Charlie Kirk’s death was a result of years of globalist de-humanization of conservatives, especially conservative Christians.These globalist “killers” are responsible for a campaign of de-humanization. For many years now, they demonized all of us with labels like racist, fascist, Nazi, far-right, or anti-this & anti-that, all for no reason other than […]
NACL Resolution and statements on Supporting Persecuted Minorities in Syria.
Conway, AR – The National Association of Christian Lawmakers (NACL) today announced that the National Legislative Council Executive Committee, chaired by Rep. John McCravy of South Carolina, convened an emergency meeting to address the escalating crisis facing the Druze people in Syria. The matter was formally brought to NACL’s attention by U.S. Congressman Marlin Stutzman […]
Christians, Israel, and the Future of Stability in the Region.
By Lawson kasshanna It is better for Christians to have a state—whether small or large—where they can live with comfort, freedom, effectiveness, and influence. Achieving this goal, however, is impossible unless Israel is convinced that its own interests intersect with those of Christians. This is not far-fetched, as 90 percent of Christians do not hold […]
Remembering Charlie.
By Rivers Teske It’s 3 am and I’ve lain awake most of the night remembering America’s 911 and now, our Charlie Kirk…one of the most prolific, eloquent, uncompromising apologists of our Time. I’m up praying for his dear family, the friends who knew and loved him well and the nation who now mourns him. The […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Dr. Oye Owolewa (D-D.C.) issued the following statement condemning the new Congressional Overreach in Washington, D.C. “Once again, Congress is showing its contempt for democracy by trying to strip DC residents of the rights every other American community takes for granted. These bills are nothing short of an assault […]
What really Happened in Doha.
By George G. Lombardi Arab sources provide conflicting reports regarding the killing of Hamas leaders in Qatar claiming ( naturally ) that the United States never informed Qatar in advance of the attack. BUT… after the warm welcome (and the GIFT of a $450 million plane) to Trump, I highly doubt that Trump did not inform […]
Shabana Mahmood Makes History as Britain’s First Muslim Woman Home Secretary.
By Nash Seman In a landmark moment for British politics, Shabana Mahmood has become the first Muslim woman to hold the position of Home Secretary, one of the United Kingdom’s most senior government roles. Her appointment marks a significant milestone in the nation’s history, reflecting the growing diversity in its political leadership and breaking barriers […]