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60 Minutes Interviews ‘Havana Syndrome’ Victims That Study Says Don’t Exist

Before two reported health attacks on U.S. officials and their families, sources say, a phone call was intercepted of a man asking in Russian, “Is it supposed to have blinking green lights?” and “Should I leave it on all night?

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A complex and deeply concerning narrative surrounding the reported anomalous health incidents (AHIs) affecting U.S. government officials and their families across various countries, including Uzbekistan, Vietnam, London, and Georgia. These incidents are often associated with symptoms similar to those described in the previously discussed Intelligence Community Assessment on AHIs. However, the transcript introduces a more specific theory implicating Russia, particularly a secret Russian intelligence unit identified as 29155, which is suggested to be involved in deploying directed energy weapons against American diplomats and officials.

Key points from the video include:

Initial Incidents and Spread: Starting from a popular revolt in 2014, which saw the ousting of Putin’s preferred leader in Ukraine, CIA officers who were present later reported being affected by AHIs in different countries. This suggests a targeted pattern of attacks against U.S. officials.

Investigative Findings on Russian Involvement: Investigative reporter Christo Grozev, working with The Insider and Der Spiegel, uncovered the existence of the Russian intelligence unit 29155, described as trained in various forms of sabotage, including the use of poisons and potentially directed energy weapons. Grozev found a document that linked this unit to research or development of “non-lethal acoustic weapons,” pointing to empirical tests of a directed energy unit.

Specific Cases and Evidence: The transcript details specific cases where individuals experienced sudden and severe symptoms consistent with AHIs, including one incident in Tbilisi, Georgia. In this case, the victim described being overwhelmed by a piercing sound, followed by intense physical symptoms. There is mention of intercepted communications in Russian and observations that hint at the involvement of individuals linked to unit 29155.

Divergence from Official Assessments: Despite these detailed accounts and the implicating evidence, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have pointed towards non-adversarial explanations for the AHIs, such as pre-existing conditions or environmental factors. This discrepancy has led to discussions of a possible cover-up or reluctance within the U.S. government to fully explore or acknowledge the potential role of a foreign adversary like Russia in these incidents.

Personal Impact: The transcript also highlights the profound personal impact on the victims, with some experiencing life-altering injuries requiring significant medical intervention. The narrative suggests a shadow conflict where conventional understandings of engagement and warfare are challenged by these covert attacks.

Concerns Over Response and Implications: There is a clear concern among those affected and some investigators about the adequacy of the U.S. government’s response and the broader implications of these incidents for national security and intelligence failures.

On the Discovery of Russian Involvement:

Victim’s Experience:

On the Impact of AHIs:

Skepticism Towards Official Assessments:

On the Alleged Cover-Up:

On the Implications for National Security: