Repas Ufologiques - 2010 04

Magazine Overview

Title: La lettre Mensuelle des Repas Ufologiques
Issue Date: April 2010
Publisher: Les Repas Ufologiques
Country: France
Language: French

This issue of 'La lettre Mensuelle des Repas Ufologiques' provides a comprehensive overview of ufological activities and news in April 2010. It details upcoming events, recent sightings, book reviews, and discussions on various aspects of the UFO phenomenon.

Upcoming Events and Conferences

The newsletter announces several 'Repas Ufologiques' (Ufological Dinners) and conferences across France and Belgium:

• Grenoble (April 1, 2010): Jacky Kozan, president of the Académie d'Ufologie, will discuss the organization's role, objectives, and achievements.
• Albi (April 3, 2010): Dominique Moret will present on electromagnetic waves, scalar waves, and crop circles, drawing on his expertise and research.
• Paris (April 6, 2010): Didier Belphantom will speak about the late Belgian ufologist Roger Lorthioir, a pioneer in the study of UFOs in Belgium.
• Bordeaux (April 2, 2010): This event includes a conference by a doctor on medical research related to UFOs and a presentation on the history of ufology in Italy.
• Toulouse (April 14, 2010): Patrick Javel will discuss UFO propulsion, focusing on Magnetohydrodynamics (MHD) and anti-gravity theories.
• Brussels (April 24, 2010): The 7th Rencontres Ufologiques de Bruxelles will feature conferences, including one on statistical analyses of ufology from the 1930s to the present.
• Amiens (May 3, 2010): A postponed event due to Easter.

Recent Sightings and Case Studies

The newsletter reports on several recent UFO observations and investigations:

• Montpellier (March 19, 2010): A 'Repas Ufologique' focused on 'third kind encounters,' featuring Bruno Bousquet's presentation on the Assas case.
• Lons le Saunier (March 5, 2010): An account of a close encounter of the third kind experienced by Marie-France Garaude Pasty and Alain Pasty near Rennes le Château, involving telepathic messages about a future cataclysm.
• Casablanca, Morocco (January 1, 2010): An orange sphere was observed moving at an estimated speed of an airplane.
• Marrakech, Morocco (August 2009): A detailed description of a large, orange disc-shaped object observed near Oukaimeden.
• Matheysin, France (March 6, 2010): A group observed about fifteen orange-red spheres moving slowly and silently at low altitude. This sighting is contrasted with an explanation involving paper lanterns released during a wedding.
• China: Reports of a luminous object observed for over half an hour near Shijiazhuang airport, and another incident where a UFO reportedly emitted a ray that damaged trees and walls near a school.

New Book and Research

• 'OVNIS ENQUÊTE SUR UN SECRET D'ETATS': A new book by journalists Yves Couprie and Egon Kragel is announced, detailing their two-year investigation into the UFO dossier. The book is described as a popularization work accessible to the public, revealing that governments worldwide have been investigating UFOs with great discretion since World War II.
• 'Anthropologie de l'étrange' by Jean-Marie Brohm: Recommended for its argumentation and erudition on topics beyond positivist assumptions, including religious references and extraterrestrial encounters.
• British Ministry of Defence UFO Reports: The newsletter reports that the UK Ministry of Defence will destroy UFO testimonies after 30 days, citing a confidential report that suggests this is to prevent the disclosure of sensitive information.
• Tahiti Geodetic Observatory: Jean-Pierre Barriot discusses the possibility of detecting extraterrestrial signals, given that Earth has been emitting radio signals for 90 years, potentially reaching civilizations within a 90 light-year radius.
• Exoplanets: The existence of exoplanets that could harbor life is confirmed, raising questions about why no life has been found yet.

International Ufology

• Chile: The creation of the first 'route des ovnis' (UFO route) in San Clemente, Chile, is highlighted. This initiative, supported by the Chilean National Tourism Service, aims to develop tourism by focusing on the region's reputation for UFO activity.
• Morocco: An account of a strange encounter with a supernatural entity experienced by a young woman in Imouzzer Kandar, leading her to explore astronomy and unidentified aerial phenomena.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the ongoing activities of 'Repas Ufologiques' groups, the reporting of recent UFO sightings from various locations, and the exploration of scientific and investigative approaches to the UFO phenomenon. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging the sharing of information and experiences while acknowledging the need for serious investigation. The newsletter promotes the idea that UFOs are a real phenomenon, even if explanations vary, and encourages readers to participate in discussions and share their own observations. There's a clear emphasis on providing a platform for ufologists and enthusiasts to connect and exchange knowledge.

This issue of 'Les Repas Ufologiques' is a monthly letter featuring a personal account titled "Je vous raconte ce que j'ai vécu." (I tell you what I experienced.) The primary focus is a detailed narrative by a witness, Youssef M., recounting a mysterious encounter in Immouzer Kandar, Morocco, and its subsequent impact on his life. The publication date is not explicitly stated, but the content refers to events in the 1970s or 1980s.

The Encounter at Immouzer Kandar

The witness, Youssef M., recounts an experience from his youth when he was 17 years old and on vacation with his family in Immouzer Kandar, located in the Middle Atlas mountains of Morocco. Driven by his passion for nature, he often ventured out alone. During one such excursion, he discovered a crevasse near a mountain summit. On a subsequent visit to the crevasse, he encountered a group of about eight to ten children, who appeared to be around 8-10 years old and were dressed in a peculiar, almost uniform, Western-style attire. They were calm, silent, and seemed out of place in the local environment.

The witness described these children as 'mysterious,' 'from another world,' and 'supernatural,' noting their unusual beauty and composure. He questioned them, and one child responded in French, stating they were 'from not far away.' The children then dispersed towards the crevasse. The witness observed what appeared to be threads attached to the opposite side of the crevasse, which the children claimed they were there to 'remove.' He found it impossible for children to perform such a task without assistance, given the dangerous terrain.

One of the children then challenged the witness to a game, demonstrating an extraordinary ability to throw a stone with incredible speed, far beyond the witness's capabilities. This display of power left the witness questioning the nature of these beings, considering possibilities of 'supernatural' powers, forces, or unknown technology.

When the witness later returned to the area where he had seen the children, they had vanished as if they had 'volatilized.' He also noted the presence of ashes and feathers, possibly from a bird, but no other traces.

Subsequent Illness and Unexplained Phenomena

Following his return to Mohammedia, the witness began experiencing recurring, intermittent fevers. These fevers were accompanied by other serious health issues, including difficulty urinating, and eventually, blood in his urine and severe, unbearable pain in his testicles. Doctors were unable to diagnose the cause, and the witness was hospitalized, where he was diagnosed with an unexplained inflammation of the pituitary gland (hypophyse).

Despite intensive treatment, the illness significantly impacted his life, causing him to lose a year of his baccalaureate studies. The witness remains convinced that his encounter with the mysterious children and his presence in their environment are connected to his subsequent unexplained illnesses, a connection that medical professionals could not establish.

Local Legends and Cultural Context

The article also touches upon local legends surrounding the mountain. Some inhabitants consider the mountain to be cursed or haunted. One story recounts an incident where a group of people were attacked by a giant stone that descended from nowhere. The witness also notes that in Moroccan culture, such unusual phenomena are often attributed to 'Djinn's,' beings of fire, which are accepted within religious beliefs and may explain encounters that are considered unusual or outside the norm.

Editorial Notes and Call for Information

The letter is published by 'Les Repas Ufologiques' and is described as a private correspondence. The publication encourages readers to share any similar legends, incredible facts, or information related to UFOs and the unusual. Contact information is provided for submissions.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are unexplained encounters, mysterious beings, and the lingering impact of such experiences on individuals, including unexplained illnesses. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into anomalous phenomena, encouraging the sharing of personal accounts and local folklore. The publication acts as a platform for documenting and disseminating such stories, particularly those that fall outside conventional explanations and public knowledge, often referencing cultural or supernatural interpretations within the Moroccan context.