Les Rencontres Ufologiques

Magazine Overview

This issue of "Les Rencontres Ufologiques" (The Ufological Encounters), dated March 24, 2014, is a French-language publication from the Fédération Francophone d'Ufologie. It focuses on UFO and UAP (Unidentified Aerial Phenomena) reports, analysis, and related events.

Feature Article: September 2010 Sighting near Gorges du Todra, Morocco

The main article details an observation by Jamal E. in September 2010 near the Gorges du Todra in Morocco. While on a solo hike in the Atlas Mountains, Jamal E. witnessed a white, luminous ball of light moving between trees. He described its movements as unusual, including ascending, descending, and changing direction at a low, regular speed, approximately 1.50 to 4 or 5 meters above the ground. The phenomenon lasted about ten minutes. Jamal E. initially felt no fear, describing a sense of emptiness, but later experienced fear and questioned his lack of reaction. He estimated the object's diameter to be around 150 cm. The article notes that the witness has not previously been interested in UFOs but has paid more attention since this event. The report concludes that the observed phenomenon does not correspond to any known event and that official investigations in Morocco are difficult due to the region's remoteness and lack of public awareness.

Other Reports and Articles

UFOs in France

• The issue includes brief reports on recent UFO sightings in France:
• Gargas (March 15, 2014): A strange light was seen changing color and moving back and forth before heading towards Toulouse.
• Castelsarrasin (March 14, 2014): A large luminous ball was reportedly seen falling almost vertically at high speed.
• La Louvière (implied date): A rectification is made regarding a previous report about a 'gas burner' which is now suggested to be a UFO. The object was described as having three stages, a height of 250m, and two visible windows, observed at an altitude of 1000m.

"I Filmed UFOs in Charleroi"

This section features Eric, a 55-year-old from Charleroi, Belgium, who is passionate about tracking and filming UFOs. He claims to have seen multiple UFOs since his first encounter years ago. His website, www.areazone51ufos.blogspot.com, reportedly contains documentation, photos, and videos, including a recent video titled "Orange Ufo's to Nivelles, Belgium." Eric and his friend Marie Joelle believe governments are hiding information about UFO presence.

"OVNI à Table" (UFO at the Table) Event

This section reports on a successful event held on March 7, 2014, in Bourg-en-Bresse, France, which included a conference and a meal for 53 attendees. The conference, led by Thierry Gay, focused on "The UFO Phenomenon and its Disclosure," referencing Steven Greer's "Disclosure Project" and the work of various ufologists and organizations involved in disclosure efforts.

Book Review: "Ovnis: les agents du changement" by Fabrice Bonvin

This article reviews Fabrice Bonvin's book, described as a significant work on the UFO phenomenon. The book, in its revised and expanded edition, offers a passionate explanation of UFOs, suggesting they represent an antediluvian presence on Earth. It draws on 15 years of the author's observations, analyses, and investigations, incorporating traditions, shamanic practices, and scientific discoveries. The book also claims to reveal ultra-secret studies and the identities of actors involved in UFO research in the United States.

Conference Report: CROPS de TOULON

A report on a meeting held on March 1, 2014, in Toulon, France, where Patrice Marty gave a presentation on pyramids worldwide. The conference covered the history of pyramids, their locations across the globe (Egypt, Iraq, Nubia, Turkey, Nigeria, USA, Mexico, Peru, Bosnia, etc.), and their potential purpose beyond being tombs. A notable mention is the Bosnian pyramid, claimed to be the largest structure of its kind, dated to 24,800 years ago. The report also announces an upcoming conference on Crop Circles in late 2015.

Upcoming Events and Information

• Several upcoming events and resources are listed:
• A conference in La Garde, France, on April 1, 2014, featuring Gérard Lebat discussing UFOs in Morocco and MUFON investigations.
• A conference in Grenoble on April 3, 2014, with Jean-Claude Sidoun.
• A conference in Lyon on April 5, 2014, on "Approach to Consciousness through Information Physics."
• A meal and presentation by Raymond Taffin in Lons le Saunier on April 6, 2014.
• A conference by Joël Mesnard in Romenay on May 31, 2014.
• Information about Jean-Claude Sidoun's book "Roswell Fabrication d'un mythe" and his upcoming talk.
• Links to various ufological websites and resources, including the publisher of Fabrice Bonvin's book.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue consistently promotes the sharing of information and serious research into the UFO phenomenon. It emphasizes a desire to disseminate ideas and findings from various sources, including witness testimonies, investigations, and academic studies. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging participation and collaboration among enthusiasts and researchers. There's a clear focus on ufology, with a particular interest in international cases (Morocco, Belgium) and a desire to uncover hidden truths, as suggested by the "On nous cache des choses" (They are hiding things from us) sentiment.