1. Antichrist and the End Times AET-013 and 014: The EU Theory and Javier Solano

2. Antichrist Theories There are many theories about the identity of the Antichrist, with five having the most credibility and following. 1. Antichrist comes from the European Union. 2. Antichrist is a Jew. 3. Antichrist comes from the United States. 4. Antichrist comes from a secret organization. 5. Antichrist comes from Islam. 12/21/082LWBC

3. Antichrist Theories 1. Antichrist comes from the European Union. This is the more modern version of the Roman empire/papal conspiracy theory that has been around in one form or another since the founding of the Catholic Church. It was promulgated, of course, by those who lived in the Western Roman Empire and viewed the Pope as the antichrist or at least a false prophet. Prime suspects are Prince Charles and the head of the European Union, Javier Solano, our topic for today. 12/21/083LWBC

4. Antichrist Theories 2. Antichrist is a Jew. This theory arose from a single passage of Scripture which states that the Antichrist would leave the faith of his fathers. It is supported by the conjecture that the Jews would not accept as “messiah” anyone from any other religion such as Islam or Christianity. 12/21/084LWBC

5. Antichrist Theories 3. Antichrist comes from the United States. This is a relatively recent theory that evolved from the basic fact that the United States isthe major power in the world at present, therefore it must be the major power of the last days. Support for it has been bolstered recently by the election of Barack Obama, a Muslim turned Christian who enjoys worldwide adoration and vision. 12/21/085LWBC

6. Antichrist Theories 4. Antichrist comes from a secret/nongovernmental organization. Various entities have been implicated in these theories, such as the United Nations, the Illuminati, the Council on Foreign Relations, the Club of Rome; and on international financial groups such as the International Monetary Fund or the G-7. 12/21/086LWBC

7. Antichrist Theories 5. Antichrist comes from Islam. This theory, recently revived due to the activity of the jihadists, was first offered during the initial rise of Islam and its domination of the Middle East, North Africa, and southern Europe. Islamic speculation waned as Islam became less and less of a threat over the ensuing centuries, until its revival in the Arab oil states over the last 50 years. 12/21/087LWBC

8. The European Roman Empire Theory “Are you American or Canadian? Ever here of Javier Solana? If not, its not surprising, there seems almost a coordinated effort to not mention him on this side of the Atlantic. There was so much good info floating around on this man, but what seems to be almost a news blackout of his coming and goings, I thought it deserved its own topic. 12/21/088LWBC

9. The European Roman Empire Theory And he will make a firm covenant with the many for one week, but in the middle of the week he will put a stop to sacrifice and grain offering; and on the wing of abominations will come one who makes desolate, even until a complete destruction, one that is decreed, is poured out on the one who makes desolate (Daniel 9:27 New America Standard Bible). 12/21/089LWBC

10. The European Roman Empire Theory It is commonly believed the passage above foretells the rise of a strong leader from out of a revived Roman Empire who will make, or confirm, a covenant with the many for seven years. Israel will be included in this covenant. As far as Israel is concerned, he will violate his covenant 3 1/2 years later. In other passages from Daniel, we learn this leader will rise from among a 10-nation alliance (Daniel 7:7-8) and subdue three of the 10 kings (Daniel 7:24). 12/21/0810LWBC

11. The European Roman Empire Theory In the New Testament book of Revelation, we learn that this leader will somehow be identified with the number 666 (Revelation 13: 18). In December of 1998, at their Vienna summit, the EU's heads created the new Office of High Representative for Common Foreign and Security Policy for the European Union. The holder of this Office would direct their common foreign policy toward Russia, Ukraine and the Mediterranean. 12/21/0811LWBC

12. The European Roman Empire Theory Out of over 1150 documents they generated at the summit, the document that created this Office happened to be numbered 666. On June 5, 2000, the WEU adopted its Assembly Recommendation 666. This document recommended keeping the 10 Brussels Treaty Powers together as the EU's new military wing and giving the EU's High Representative emergency powers over the whole EU, putting the office holder over the EU presidency. 12/21/0812LWBC

13. The European Roman Empire Theory In March of 2005, one year after the Madrid train bombings, world leaders met in Madrid to discuss the EU's and the international community's war against terror. The EU decided the U.S. war was going nowhere, nothing much had been accomplished over that last year. It was noted that the EU member states were reluctant to give Solana what he needed to get the job done. 12/21/0813LWBC

14. The European Roman Empire Theory What this really meant was, the EU "big three" -- France, Germany and the UK -- were still standing in Solana's way. In other words, in order for Solana to do his job leading the EU's foreign and security policy, the EU "big three" must somehow be subdued. (See Bible quote above) Interestingly, the EU "big three" leaders were all on the scene in 1999 when the Office of High Representative was first occupied by Solana. 12/21/0814LWBC

15. The European Roman Empire Theory And, they were all members of the 10-nation alliance. These 3 super countries could very well be the three kings who are destined to be subdued according to Daniel 7:24? If this turns out to be true and with the new financing Solana gets next year at the start of his 7 year period, we should see him make some big strides in bringing peace to the middle east...” - abovetopsecret.com post by “Wassabi 12/21/0815LWBC

16. The European Roman Empire Theory Eubusiness.com: European support for the UN force in Lebanon has thrust Europe into a major new political role in the Middle East, a region where it has traditionally been better known as a rich aid donor, officials and analysts said. With nearly 7,000 soldiers pledged for the UN force in Lebanon, Europe's commitment marks an "historic opportunity", said Spanish Foreign Minister Miquel Angel Moratinos, himself a former special EU envoy to the region. 12/21/0816LWBC

17. The European Roman Empire Theory "The time has come for European efforts to relaunch peace in the Middle East," he said Friday after his EU counterparts met in Brussels with UN chief Kofi Annan. "Europeans are gaining more in credibility, in presence and engagement in the future of this region, which is our region," he said. 12/21/0817LWBC

18. The European Roman Empire Theory Italy, which will be the the force's biggest contributor with up to 3,000 soldiers and which will take over its command next February from France, was hopeful that the commitment would mark a new era of EU influence in the region. "It's the first time that Europe assumes such a strong responsibility in the region and we hope there will be a change, not only for the stabilisation of the border between Israel and Lebanon, but also to push peace in the whole region" said Italian Foreign Minister Massimo D'Alema. 12/21/0818LWBC

19. The European Roman Empire Theory European countries promised at the meeting of the 25-nation bloc's foreign ministers on Friday to provide not only the core of the expanded UN force, which is due to total up to 15,000 peacekeepers. Until now, the EU's role in the Middle East has largely been limited to providing aid and trying to play the honest broker in the volatile region's many conflicts. 12/21/0819LWBC

20. The European Roman Empire Theory But the Centre for European Reform's foreign policy director, Mark Leonard, said that the presence of a large number of European troops not only reinforced Europe's credibility with regional players, but could also mark the beginning of a new "strategic" role. "The EU has not behaved in a very strategic way in the past, it has not used the resources that it's put into the region toward political goals and increasing its leverage," he said from London. 12/21/0820LWBC

21. The European Roman Empire Theory "But if several members states are directly exposed and have troops on the ground, the EU will have both more credibility but will also behave in a more strategic way," he added. Europe's new found role comes as the United States standing in the region takes a battering due its staunch support for Israel, its difficulties in Iraq and Iran's defiance to back down on its nuclear ambitions. 12/21/0821LWBC

22. The European Roman Empire Theory "For us, the Middle East is a question of stability, our stability. We are so close while for the Americans it's different," said Cristina Gallach, spokeswoman for EU foreign policy chief Javier Solana. The head of the French Institute for International Relations' Brussels branch, Pierre Defraigne, said Europe's new commitment to the region could level out the influence of United States and its ally, Israel, although ambitious new plans were needed if the EU is to help shape peace in the region. 12/21/0822LWBC

23. The European Roman Empire Theory "In principle, it gives us leverage with the Americans and the Israelis, but on condition that we have a better idea (than theirs) for peace in the region," he said. "If you don't have grand designs, then you are only filling the leaks," he said, adding that Europe should also focus on improving people's lives in the region if root problems are to be addressed. As soon as a meeting of EU foreign ministers next Friday in Finland, Solana would "try to get across to everybody that now is the moment to act", said Gallach. 12/21/0823LWBC

24. The European Roman Empire Theory The peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians have been carried out far too slowly since last November's Annapolis summit, European Union foreign policy chief Javier Solana told Haaretz. Solana said in an interview on Friday that "it is true that in this process of negotiations, the more determined one is, the better chances of getting an agreement in the [stipulated] time frame.... I think that it has been done too slowly at the beginning and that probably this is the mistake that has been made." - eubusiness.com 12/21/0824LWBC

25. The European Roman Empire Theory Solana arrived in Israel Friday morning and had meetings with Israeli and Palestinian officials in Tel Aviv and Ramallah. Solana said he has doubts over whether a deal can be completed by the end of the year, saying that the longer the sides wait to go forward with talks, the less they are likely to succeed. "Because time is shorter, it will more difficult to do," Solana said. 12/21/0825LWBC

26. The European Roman Empire Theory "I think we have to maintain the momentum and we will have to see some results before the end of the year". He added that in 2009 "it will be much more complicated to do." So, who is Javier Solana? 12/21/0826LWBC

27. The European Roman Empire Theory The EU's Javier Solana - one smooth end times operator by Michael G. Mickey (8-30-05) Shortly after I placed one of my recent commentaries online concerning the European Union's current and ever-growing role in pursuing peace in the Middle East, I received an e-mail from someone who wanted to know what I was implying in making so many references to the European Union's foreign policy chief, Doctor Javier Solana, in the commentary. 12/21/0827LWBC

28. The European Roman Empire Theory While the obvious answer to his question is I refer to him so much because he is the European Union's High Representative for Common Foreign and Security Policy, I was struck by how utterly impossible it was, in the opinion of this reader, that a man like Solana could even possibly be considered to be a candidate to be revealed as the Antichrist in the prophetic future. Solana, according to the author of the e-mail, wasn't young, charming, or handsome enough to become the ultimate embodiment of human evil and the world's final global dictator leading up to the return of Jesus Christ. 12/21/0828LWBC

29. The European Roman Empire Theory Solana, from this individual's perspective, is nothing but a has-been in international diplomacy - a man on his way out. Respectfully, I disagreed with that person's opinion in several follow-up e-mails wherein I addressed what I believe are some misperceptions many people have, both concerning the persona and appearance of the prophesied Antichrist, as well as the the diplomatic prowess of the revived Roman empire's current foreign policy chief, Javier Solana. 12/21/0829LWBC

30. The European Roman Empire Theory Where did we get the idea that, when the Antichrist is ultimately revealed in the prophetic future, he will be found to be young, handsome, and exceedingly charming? The only Scriptures I can think of that possibly describe the physical appearance of the Antichrist is Daniel 7:20, which states his look will be "more stout" (or great) than his fellows, and Daniel 8:23, which refers to him as a "king of fierce countenance." 12/21/0830LWBC

31. The European Roman Empire Theory Neither of these Scriptures lead me to think he will be a handsome young lad, but they do, on the other hand, lead me to believe he will be tenacious and very politically ambitious, even power hungry. What conclusions can we reach concerning the persona and appearance of the Antichrist, based on Bible prophecy? 12/21/0831LWBC

32. The European Roman Empire Theory The prophesied Antichrist: will be an intellectual capable of speaking great words (Daniel 7:20, Revelation 13:5). will look more stout (or great) than his fellows (Daniel 7:20, Daniel 8:23). will be a military genius (Daniel 8:24, Revelation 13:7). will be an economic genius (Daniel 8:25). 12/21/0832LWBC

33. The European Roman Empire Theory The prophesied Antichrist: will be a tactful diplomat capable of gathering many people to unite in action alongside him (Daniel 9:27). will, ironically, be seen as a peacemaker initially (Daniel 8:25, Daniel 9:27). will be exceedingly arrogant and self-worshipping, whether it seems so initially or not (Daniel 8:25, 2nd Thessalonians 2:4). will despise both Jews and Christians, which will not, in all likelihood, be apparent initially (Revelation 13:7, Zechariah 13:8-9, Revelation 12:17). 12/21/0833LWBC

34. The European Roman Empire Theory Now, concerning the person of Javier Solana, could he, in theory, meet the criteria to be revealed as the Antichrist in the prophetic future? Sure! He's a former head of NATO and current head of the European Union's ten-nation military alliance, an intellectual who holds a doctorate in solid-state physics, an economics genius as demonstrated by his contributions to the World Economic Forum and numerous trade agreements he's played a prominent role in implementing on behalf of the EU, as well as a foreign policy expert in acting out his current role as the EU's High Representative. 12/21/0834LWBC

35. The European Roman Empire Theory And what of Solana's personal diplomatic and communication skills? They're amazing, as I'm about to demonstrate. Referring back to the e-mail debate I had with a reader of my site concerning Solana as a potential candidate for the role of Antichrist for a moment before moving forward to address Solana's personal diplomatic and communication skills, the reader who e-mailed me stated one of the reasons Solana, in his opinion, could never be revealed to be the Antichrist is no one in Israel trusts him - a comment I said was baseless, offending my brother in Christ somewhat I fear, although that wasn't my intention. 12/21/0835LWBC

36. The European Roman Empire Theory We know the Europeans and Solana are trusted by the Palestinians, but is Solana trusted by the Israeli government of Ariel Sharon? I believe I'm about to shock many people when I say this, but he absolutely is, as explicitly demonstrated by the following excerpt from a Haaretz article: Solana is one of the few foreign statesmen who really knows the Israeli political and security establishments. When he visits here, his schedule is always fully booked with meetings, interviews and informal conversations. 12/21/0836LWBC

37. The European Roman Empire Theory Officials at Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's bureau consider him a key liaison to the international community - a man with great influence in the Palestinian Authority and great sensitivity for Israel's problems. Sharon's adviser, Dov Weissglas, frequently speaks to him by phone, bringing him into the picture during crises. 12/21/0837LWBC

38. The European Roman Empire Theory As I've been reporting, Javier Solana - a trusted diplomatic representative of the revived Roman empire of Bible prophecy - is wrapping up, as I write this commentary, a three-day visit to the Middle East during which he discussed the possibility of the EU playing a larger role in Middle East peacemaking efforts. Although I have no idea who will ultimately be revealed to be the Antichrist, I'll tell you this and you can take it to the bank: 12/21/0838LWBC

39. The European Roman Empire Theory If we're nearing the advent of the Antichrist and he is actively seeking a means through which to rise to greater power than any world leader ever has before, the European Union's Javier Solana is currently paving the way for him to make his rise to the top of the diplomatic world through the confirmation of a seven-year covenant of peace in the Middle East by actively and, apparently, successfully advocating the Palestinians and Israelis to allow the EU to play a larger role in Middle East peacemaking than it ever has before while acting as a member of the international Quartet of Russia, the United States, the United Nations, and the European Union. 12/21/0839LWBC

40. The European Roman Empire Theory ("The Quartet" June 22, 2003 "The Quartet" is the name given to four entities who seem to be gathering the power to command Israel. They are, the United States, the United Nations, the European Union, and Russia. This union is highly praised by George Bush, and it is a strange base of power indeed. Never in the history of the nations of Europe and the West have these four called a "divan" to do serious business without other powers being included. Two nations, and two unions. 12/21/0840LWBC

41. The European Roman Empire Theory This makes it very clear that Europe and the UN cannot match the force of two single nations, the USA and Russia. They welcome the very positive message and personal commitment of President Bush, and his decision to place a mission on the ground charged with helping the parties to move toward peace, through establishment of a credible and effective structure led by the United States, in close cooperation with the Quartet, to coordinate, monitor, and promote implementation of the parties' commitments and responsibilities, as laid out in the roadmap. Solana, being on hand, and recognizing the power of the USA to be equal that of the EU, tells us where the future lies with Solana-- With either the USA or Russia, OR BOTH.) 12/21/0841LWBC

42. The European Roman Empire Theory By Solana, himself: “The Development of a Common Foreign and Security Policy of the EU and the role of its High Representative Javier Solana, Secretary-General of the Council of the European Union, about his new function and a short outlook about his vision of a Common European Foreign and Security Policy.” 12/21/0842LWBC

43. The European Roman Empire Theory The European Union is today a positive factor for peace not just in the wider Europe but around the world. It offers a model for regional integration as a guarantee for peace. It is a potent symbol of reconciliation between former enemies. It stands for democratic values. That is why Europe should play a more active role in ensuring that the world is more secure and stable. In the past, Europe was only presented on the global scene as an economic power. With the Treaties of Maastricht (1992) and Amsterdam (1997) the EU started to develop a Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP). 12/21/0843LWBC

44. The European Roman Empire Theory The Union committed itself to defend its common values and shared interests to strengthen the security of the Union, to preserve peace and to strengthen international security in accordance with the UN Charter, to promote international cooperation and, last but not least, to develop and to strengthen democracy and the rule of law as well as the respect of human rights. 12/21/0844LWBC

45. The European Roman Empire Theory It is true that pooling sovereignty in the area of foreign policy is still a sensitive issue for some but there is a new and widespread recognition that the problems of today's world can only be tackled by working together. Today, the EU has a political and legal framework to adopt common strategies and decide on common actions in foreign and security policy. Basic decisions still require unanimity of Member States whereas certain implementing decisions can be taken by a qualified majority. 12/21/0845LWBC

46. The European Roman Empire Theory A new actor The Amsterdam Treaty created a new actor in order to support the Council of the EU where all Member Sates are represented and where decisions on CFSP are prepared and implemented. The role of the Secretary-General of the Council of the EU was extended to include the post of High Representative of CFSP. 12/21/0846LWBC

47. The European Roman Empire Theory This is the position which I have been holding now since 15 October 1999. The Presidency of the Union rotates among Member States every six months. My task as High Representative is to ensure continuity and coherence of CFSP and to assist the Presidency and the Council to that effect. The High Representative plays an important role in the external representation of the Union. He can be mandated to conduct the political dialogue with third parties. 12/21/0847LWBC

48. The European Roman Empire Theory I work closely with the Presidency and with other institutions in particular the Commission. But I also depend on close cooperation with all Member States. An effective CFSP has to have the broad support of all 15 Member States by definition. But each one can make specific contributions according to its particular experience or expertise. 12/21/0848LWBC

49. The European Roman Empire Theory The decisive Balkans The creation of the post of High Representative is itself evidence of the commitment throughout the Union to developing a CFSP. There is now a remarkable degree of consensus in support of this objective. I find it encouraging that much of the momentum comes initially not from politicians but from the man or woman on the street. Ordinary people are not so interested in processes and treaties. They want Europe to be able to deliver on tackling such issues as terrorism and drug-trafficking. 12/21/0849LWBC

50. The European Roman Empire Theory They want us to be able to support democratic government, to defend human rights and the rule of law. To make the world more secure and more stable. If we want to find regions where stability and peace are still far from guaranteed we do not have to look far. The Western Balkans lie on the very doorstep of the European Union. 12/21/0850LWBC

51. The European Roman Empire Theory The Union has a unique role to play in bringing lasting peace and prosperity to the region. We have the experience of cooperation and integration. The recipe has worked for us. It should also work for the Western Balkans. I think it is correct to say that the future credibility of our CFSP depends largely on success in the Balkans. This is why I feel very much committed to ensuring that we have a coherent and effective policy in the Balkans to contribute to the coherence of EU policies. 12/21/0851LWBC

52. The European Roman Empire Theory Major challenges The core of our policy has to remain the full integration of all countries of the region into the political and economic mainstream of Europe. This is exactly what we confirmed at the Lisbon European Council meeting at the end of March. It means holding out the prospect in the long-term of membership of the European Union. Apart from those countries which are already candidates most of the other countries benefit from the network of Stabilisation and Association Agreements. 12/21/0852LWBC

53. The European Roman Empire Theory These agreements must have sufficient flexibility to respond to the specific and changing needs of each country in the region. We must place sufficient emphasis on the need for conditionality but at the same time we need to be ready to offer generous terms for example in the field of trade, where this is going to have a direct impact on economic development and stability. 12/21/0853LWBC

54. The European Roman Empire Theory This has not always been the case so far. One of the key results of the Helsinki European Council in December 1999 was to set an objective to provide the Union with sufficient military and non- military capabilities to intervene in humanitarian and rescue tasks, peacekeeping and crisis management. The Union- both through the Commission (ECHO, the European Community Humanitarian Office) and all Member States - has long been the world's largest provider of humanitarian aid. But it also has to develop new capabilities to be able to respond more effectively. 12/21/0854LWBC

55. The European Roman Empire Theory A military union? At Helsinki, European leaders committed themselves to being able, by 2003, to put into the field a rapid reaction force of up to 60.000 troops to undertake the full range of humanitarian and peacekeeping tasks. They are supposed to be deployed within 60 days and sustained for at least a year. 12/21/0855LWBC

56. The European Roman Empire Theory Since then, we have established new permanent political and military bodies to ensure adequate political accountability as well as rapid and effective decision-making procedures for managing day-to-day operations. Steps have also been taken to ensure that appropriate measures are in place for the consultation and cooperation with non-EU European allies and with NATO. 12/21/0856LWBC

57. The European Roman Empire Theory All Member States have agreed that the Union is not in the business of creating a European army. That is quite clear. A ESDP is not about collective defence. The Union has no ambition to take over or duplicate the work of NATO. Establishing a military capability is an important element of a properly functioning CFSP. But if it is to deal with the types of humanitarian crises for which it is intended it will also have to be accompanied by the development of adequate civilian capabilities. 12/21/0857LWBC

58. The European Roman Empire Theory Many are already available and are being used in response to crises. The Union and Member States have considerable experience in the fields of civilian policing, humanitarian assistance, electoral and human rights monitoring. If we are serious about creating military capabilities as well as enhancing existing civilian capabilities, the EU will be able to play a unique role across the full range of humanitarian and peacekeeping tasks. 12/21/0858LWBC

59. The European Roman Empire Theory This will require political will and financial commitment. It is in our own interests to work for greater peace, stability and security not only in Europe but also beyond our own frontiers. The results will be more reliable partners, more secure investments, more stable regions and fewer crises in the future.” [End Solana] 12/21/0859LWBC

60. The European Roman Empire Theory “Although we have no idea, aside from speculation, who that individual [Antichrist] is ultimately going to be, the EU's Javier Solana is, without a doubt, a smooth end times operator - a major diplomatic mover and shaker who I believe we can be certain is, at the very least, posturing the European Union for a leader from within its ranks to fulfill Daniel 9:27 in the prophetic and, potentially, near future.” - Michael G. Mickey 12/21/0860LWBC

61. The European Roman Empire Theory BACKGROUND MATERIAL: History: The Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) was established by the Maastricht Treaty and came into force on 1 November 1999. The provisions of the CFSP were revised by the Amsterdam Treaty which was signed on 2 October 1997 and came into force on 1 May 1999. Articles 11 to 28 of the Treaty of the European Union are now devoted especially to the CFSP. 12/21/0861LWBC

62. The European Roman Empire Theory For almost forty years of European construction the very expression "common foreign policy" remained a taboo. The European Union can now make its voice heard on the international stage and express its position on armed conflicts, human rights and any other subject. 12/21/0862LWBC

63. The European Roman Empire Theory Implementation: The CFSP is not implemented in the same way as community policy such as agricultural or research policy. In view of the sensitive nature of questions affecting international relations, the Treaty sets very great store by Member States and the bodies of the European Union in which they participate directly. The powers of the European Commission, the European Parliament and the Court of Justice were limited for that very reason. 12/21/0863LWBC

64. The European Roman Empire Theory Furthermore, the CFSP is not equipped with legal instruments such as directives and regulations that exist for community policies. Instead, it uses specific instruments carried out by special agents. 12/21/0864LWBC

65. The European Roman Empire Theory Agents: The European Council It brings together the Heads of State or Government of the 15 and the President of the European Commission. Members of the European Council are accompanied by Ministers for Foreign Affairs and by the Commissioner for External Relations (currently Mr. Chris Patten). Hosted by the Member State holding the Presidency of the Council it occupies a position of the highest rank in the common foreign and security policy in that it determines the policy's principles and general guidelines. 12/21/0865LWBC

66. The European Roman Empire Theory The Amsterdam Treaty now stipulates that the European Council shall decide on the common strategies to be implemented by the Union. The Council can adopt decisions, actions or common positions by a qualified majority. 12/21/0866LWBC

67. The European Roman Empire Theory The Council of the European Union The Council of the European Union is composed of ministerial representatives of each Member State. CFSP matters are dealt with by Foreign Affairs Ministers in the General Affairs Council. The Council has to take the necessary decisions concerning the formulation and implementation of the CFSP on the basis of general guidelines laid down by the European Council. The Council is responsible for ensuring that the Unions action is unified, consistent and effective. 12/21/0867LWBC

68. The European Roman Empire Theory The proceedings of the General Affairs Council are prepared by the Permanent Representatives Committee. The Representatives (Ambassadors) act in this area in the same way as for the other Community policies. The Political Committee monitors the international situation, contributes to the formulation of policies by giving the Council opinions, either at the latter's request or on its own initiative, and also overseas the implementation of the policies that are agreed. 12/21/0868LWBC

69. The European Roman Empire Theory Functions: Mr. Javier Solana is Secretary-General of the Council of the European Union and High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) for a five year term with effect from 18 October 1999. In addition to his role as head of the General Secretariat of the Council, Mr. Solana, as High Representative for the CFSP, assists the Council by contributing to the formulation, development and implementation of political decisions and, where necessary, by conducting political talks with third countries on the Council's behalf. Since 25 November 1999, Mr. Solana has also been Secretary-General of the Western European Union. [End of CFSP Background Article] 12/21/0869LWBC

70. The European Roman Empire Theory Constance Cumby: “Javier Solana's title is "High Representative". This is an innocuous title which hides the fact that Solana is Diplomat-in-Chief of the EU. NATO Secretary-General Javier Solana boasted that the Yugoslav war moved us into "a system of international relations in which human rights... are much more important than sovereignty.” 12/21/0870LWBC

71. The European Roman Empire Theory ANTICHRIST WATCH PART THREE: Francisco Javier Solana Madariaga “I believe it is fair to say that nowhere else is there a more complete discussion of Javier Solana, as a candidate for deification, than at this site.” 12/21/0871LWBC

72. The European Roman Empire Theory Born in Madrid on 14 July 1942 Married to Concepción Giménez - two children Doctorate in physics - Fulbright scholar at several American universities Professor of solid-state physics at Madrid Complutense University – author of over thirty publications in the field Member of the Spanish Chapter of the Club of Rome 12/21/0872LWBC

73. The European Roman Empire Theory Joined the Spanish Socialist Party in 1964 (He was a Marxist) "The history of Javier Solana illustrates the treachery of NATO, which has supposedly been the primary bulwark against Communist aggression in Europe. Solana was one of the luminaries of the Marxist Spanish Socialist Workers' Party. Besides much anti-American activity, in 1983 Solana led the opposition to Spain's membership in NATO. 12/21/0873LWBC

74. The European Roman Empire Theory Now, one of NATO's rules is that the citizens of nations which have declined to participate in its military alliance are not eligible for the post of Secretary General. So NATO broke its own rules in appointing Solana. Clinton and Secretary of State Warren Christopher said it was Solana's character that was the key in appointing him to head NATO and be in charge of the U.S. troops at its disposal. 12/21/0874LWBC

75. The European Roman Empire Theory Of course! Obviously Solana had the right qualifications to set NATO firmly on its new path, which contradicts its mandate of being only a defensive alliance for its own members. Having done his job, Solana moved to the European Union as foreign and security policy chief, and is working to create a European military distinct from NATO." - Cornelia R. Ferreira 12/21/0875LWBC

76. The European Roman Empire Theory Member of Spanish Parliament since 1977 Spanish Cabinet Minister from 1982 to 1995 without interruption: – December 1982 - July 1988: Minister for Culture; simultaneously, acted as Government Spokesman from July 1985 to July 1988 – July 1988 - July 1992: Minister for Education and Science – July 1992 - December 1995: Minister for Foreign Affairs 12/21/0876LWBC

77. The European Roman Empire Theory December 1995 - October 1999: Secretary General of NATO Since 18 October 1999: Secretary-General of the Council of the European Union [and] High Representative for the Common Foreign and Security Policy Since 25 November 1999, Secretary-General of Western European Union (WEU) Secretary General of the World Economic Outlook Member of the Bilderberg Group 12/21/0877LWBC

78. “End Times” News An Alliance of Civilizations Could Make Friends for Obama's America - By Charles Penny - Feb 1st, 2008 at 11:20 am EST (Posted on the Obama- Biden website) “The American foreign policy I have known and loved is one in which war is a last resort. Sadly, in recent years, a very different policy has emerged in the current culture of fear propagated by America’s own leaders. 12/21/0878LWBC

79. “End Times” News Regarding one of the conflicts in which the US is currently mired in particular, Barack Obama says, “…the war in Iraq should never have been authorized, and it should never have been waged.” (1) With the truth better known about the Bush Administration’s real motives for the invasion of Iraq as opposed to what the public and even high-ranking officials in the Administration were told in the build- up to the war, it is now even more clear that precious US credibility was lost precisely at a time when it was most needed. 12/21/0879LWBC

80. “End Times” News Barack Obama offers a fresh change of course for innovative leadership to restore America’s standing in the world and enable the US to once again be the protagonist for peace in the Middle East it has been when peace in this region was at least in sight, if not in reach. As an American residing in Spain, the Alliance of Civilizations (AoC), a United Nations initiative underway since 2004, sounds as tailor-made for Barack Obama as those trendy gray suits he wears. 12/21/0880LWBC

81. “End Times” News US participation in the Alliance or in some other similar peace initiative, led by an Obama Administration, could result in peace and understanding winning out over war and extremism. Spain has had many centuries of experience with Muslim countries and peoples. Its record is most certainly a mixed one of being a bridge between Europe and Africa for finding common ground, but more often, of confrontation led by religious zealotry on both sides of the Straits of Gibraltar. 12/21/0881LWBC

82. “End Times” News From its history and geographic position on the planet, Spain is a place where Christians, Jews and Muslims have, in its better moments, lived together in harmony, and in its worst, clashed in confrontation. However, in today’s tumultuous world, Spain would seem to have learned from its own experience. 12/21/0882LWBC

83. “End Times” News Spain’s version of 9/11 was 3/11, that tragic day in March, 2004 when 192 innocent lives were taken by terrorist bombers on early-morning commuter trains in Madrid. Instead of lurching to the right and pursuing a policy of war in a culture of fear as might have been expected, the Spanish people rose up and swept a progressive new president, José Luis Rodriguez Zapatero, into power. He has taken a markedly different approach to addressing the fundamental issues dividing people in our world. 12/21/0883LWBC

84. “End Times” News On September 21, 2004, Zapatero presented a proposal for an Alliance of Civilizations at the 59th General Assembly of the United Nations. According to the Mission Statement for this innovative organization, “The Alliance of Civilizations (AoC) aims to improve understanding and cooperative relations among nations and peoples across cultures and religions and, in the process, to help counter the forces that fuel polarization and extremism.” (2) 12/21/0884LWBC

85. “End Times” News The Alliance of Civilizations fits hand-in-glove with Barack Obama’s goals to fundamentally change the approach of American foreign policy. At a speech to the Chicago Council on Global Affairs in April, 2007, Obama stated, “In today's globalized world, the security of the American people is inextricably linked to the security of all people.” In the same speech, he provides five ways in considerable detail “…to let the world know that we are committed to our common security, invested in our common humanity, and still a beacon of freedom and justice for the world.” One of these five measures in summary is “…to invest in our common humanity - to ensure that those who live in fear and want today can live with dignity and opportunity tomorrow.” (3) 12/21/0885LWBC

86. “End Times” News This approach represents the America which in its best moments has been a proactive positive force for international relations based on peace and shared prosperity for all peoples. The Alliance of Civilizations has already been putting machinery in place to constructively work towards the goals and vision presented by Barack Obama. Notably-absent US and Israeli membership and participation in the Alliance are crucial if its good intentions are to be converted into potentially dramatic progress towards a common security rooted in our common humanity. 12/21/0886LWBC

87. “End Times” News US leadership and dialogue between warring nations is essential if there is to be peace in the Middle East. Sadly, the absence of that US proactive and positive intervention in recent years has created a void in which extremist elements have won out over more moderate ones and conflict has spread like a wildfire in that critical region. Nobel-Peace-Prize-winner Archbishop Desmond Tutu says, “An enemy is a friend waiting to be made.” (4) Barack Obama understands that talking to so-called or even self-proclaimed enemies is essential if there is going to be any chance for peaceful resolution of conflicts. 12/21/0887LWBC

88. “End Times” News Some individual representatives of nations may speak of other nations being sworn enemies and of wiping them off the map (often for domestic political consumption), but without US dialogue to “give peace a chance”, those flames are only fanned further and there is little if any chance for cooler heads to prevail. In addition to concrete on-the-ground steps for fostering understanding and cooperative relations among nations, such as those taken at the Alliance of Civilizations Forum in Madrid on January 15-16, 2008 (5), the AoC provides a setting in which constructive dialogue can take place. However, US involvement to bring all parties to the table and US pressure on all sides to bring them to agreement will be needed to settle long-running disputes. 12/21/0888LWBC

89. “End Times” News I wonder what has happened to US leadership as a problem solver. Barack Obama’s insight gives me hope that the US will once again take its place as a confident leader to make real progress on issues like world development and world peace, two issues which both Obama and the Alliance of Civilizations program recognize as intimately related. A strong US role is needed in the AoC or some other similar initiative which can offer some hope for Middle East peace. Barack Obama offers the vision we need to lead again and for peaceful resolution of conflicts in the world to be paramount to US foreign policy. 12/21/0889LWBC

90. “End Times” News In 2007 European Union High Representative Javier Solana launched an initiative called Managing Global Insecurity saying “the aim of this project is ambitious and urgent: to launch a new reform effort for the global security system in 2009”.Managing Global Insecurity At that time, Solana told the United States that we will enter into the system of global governance by year end 2008. This initiative is ambitious. It bridges multiple interlocking security initiatives for use in the administration of global governance. 12/21/0890LWBC

91. “End Times” News Most notable is the Shared Security doctrine which aims to incorporate civil society and the military into one security apparatus. The idea is that in a world without borders traditional threats to nations no longer are other states; rather they come from radicalized individuals who reside within the nation. This is the core of the United Nations global counter- terrorism strategy. Nations therefore need to practice “responsible democracy” to ensure protection of the global citizenry— “we the people of the United Nations”—and root out terrorists from within. 12/21/0891LWBC

92. “End Times” News Solana refers to this as ‘war amongst the people”. The result is to be a global human security zone. Spearheading the implementation of Shared Security is an organization which I have monitored from its beginnings—the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations. The Alliance of Civilizations professes its mission to be “the global governance of the culture”. Its foundation is traceable to the European Union’s social cohesion policy—the social dimension of the Barcelona Process—as architected by former Marxist and present socialist Javier Solana. 12/21/0892LWBC

93. “End Times” News Solana’s social cohesion strategy was formed to “straighten out the clash of civilizations” by creating a new common civilization based upon a system of “shared values”. The new civilization will be realized once it has successfully combated religious fundamentalism worldwide. In 2006 Solana’s vision moved a step closer to reality when Kofi Annan made the Alliance of Civilizations the central organ of the United Nations global counter-terrorism strategy. 12/21/0893LWBC

94. “End Times” News The work of the Alliance includes the establishment of a global ethic and identification of those radical ideologies which lead to terrorism. Despite Alliance of Civilizations’ claims that they seek religious tolerance, the opposite is true. As one takes the time to read what the Alliance is saying, it becomes glaringly clear that the initiative is openly hostile towards religion, in particular the three monotheistic faiths. Angelo Santagostino Chair of European Economic Integration describes the initiative as “offensive and unjustifiably hostile” towards religion. 12/21/0894LWBC

95. “End Times” News The Alliance’s governing body, the High Level Group, attributes religious fundamentalism and extremism to those who refuse to agree with a Universalist world view that we all worship the same God but follow different paths. Those individuals, they say, have adopted ‘exclusivist” ideologies which are violently radicalizing. Political dissenters who oppose globalization also fall into this category. Organizations such as Hezbollah are now considered reasonable because they practice “tactical terrorism” meaning that they have a political wing with which negotiations are possible. 12/21/0895LWBC

96. “End Times” News Karen Armstrong, apostate nun, “religious historian” and Alliance of Civilizations High Level Group member earlier this year announced that she is writing guidelines for the interpretation of religious texts. The High Level Group has said that they have conducted a pedagogical exercise in truth which they will provide the civilization in mid 2010 and it is only extremists who will reject it. 12/21/0896LWBC

97. “End Times” News One might expect Armstrong’s guidelines to reflect her personal theological arguments such as Christians have perverted religious texts by adopting a belief in Christ’s divinity; the serpent was more truthful than God in the garden; that God has an evil impulse and that, being a good thing, is something we need to embrace; Mary, upon learning of her pregnancy, broke into song of the coming new world order, ad nauseum. 12/21/0897LWBC

98. “End Times” News The Alliance of Civilizations and Shared Security have been given teeth. Solana envisions his global model of Civilian Military Co-operation (CIMIC) which subjects civil society to military rule to be implemented in the event of a crisis. Solana, being a former Secretary-General of NATO, has incorporated the Alliance of Civilizations and the Barcelona Process into the NATO framework through the Riga and Prague Summit Declarations.RigaPrague 12/21/0898LWBC

99. “End Times” News Solana has repeatedly said the goal is to utilize American assets. The Berlin-Plus Agreement signed by President Bush gives Solana control of American assets in the event of a crisis situation. Solana’s Headline Goals which highly militarizes the European Union is scheduled to be fully functioning in 2010. Solana speaks the language of peace while preparing for war. - Obama & Solana Managing Global Insecurity November 9, 2008 (http://corwine.wordpress.com/2008/11/09/obama- solana-managing-global-insecurity/) 12/21/0899LWBC

100. “End Times” News The Berlin-Plus Agreement signed by President Bush gives Solana control of American assets in the event of a crisis situation. Berlin Plus agreement (Provided by Mr. Tim Waugh NATO) Berlin Plus agreement is a short title for a comprehensive package of agreements between NATO and EU, based on conclusions of the NATO Washington Summit. It is comprised of the following major parts: a. NATO -EU Security Agreement 12/21/08100LWBC

101. “End Times” News b. Assured Access to NATO planning capabilities for EU-led Crisis Management Operations (CMO) c. Availability of NATO assets and capabilities for EU-led CMO d. Procedures for Release, Monitoring, Return and Recall of NATO Assets and Capabilities e. Terms Of Reference for DSACEUR and European Command Options for NATO f. EU -NATO consultation arrangements in the context of an EU-led CMO making use of NATO assets and capabilities g. Arrangements for coherent and mutually reinforcing Capability Requirements 12/21/08101LWBC

102. “End Times” News All parts are tied together through the so called "Framework Agreement", which consists essentially of an exchange of Letters between SG/HR and SG NATO, dated 17 Mar 03. Since that day, the "Berlin plus" package has been in effect and serves as the foundation for practical work between EU and NATO. In that, the view of EU-led CMO makes use of NATO planning support or NATO capabilities and assets for the execution of any operations You can find more at: http://www.nato.int/issues/nato- eu/index.html “NATO and the European Union are working together to prevent and resolve crises and armed conflicts in Europe and beyond. They share common strategic interests and cooperate in a spirit of complementarity and partnership. 12/21/08102LWBC

103. “End Times” News The decision to cooperate on security issues goes back to 24 January 2001 when the NATO SecretaryGeneral and the EU Presidency exchanged letters defining the scope of cooperation and the modalities of consultation between the two organisations. Cooperation has accelerated ever since, in particular with the signing of the landmark “NATO-EU Declaration on ESDP” (European Security and Defence Policy), which paved the way for the “Berlin Plus” arrangements, and the adoption of the “Berlin Plus” arrangements, which form the basis for practical work in crisis management between the two organisations. 12/21/08103LWBC

104. “End Times” News Since the enlargement of both organisations in 2004, 19 member countries of the EU are members of NATO. What does it mean in practice? As well as meeting on a regular basis, the two organisations work together in the field under “Berlin Plus” arrangements. They have also decided to develop cooperation to combat terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and are working toward concerted planning of capabilities development. 12/21/08104LWBC

105. “End Times” News More... How did the policy evolve? The “NATO-EU Declaration on ESDP” and the agreement over the “Berlin Plus” arrangements are milestones in the evolution of the NATO-EU strategic partnership. More... The following link gives some useful contextual info: http://www.consilium.europa.eu/uedocs/cmsUpl oad/03-11- 11%20Berlin%20Plus%20press%20note%20BL.pdf 12/21/08105LWBC