Repas Ufologiques - 2010.04

Magazine Overview

This issue of "La lettre Mensuelle des Repas Ufologiques" from April 2010 focuses on upcoming ufology events, recent sightings, and related research. The publication aims to inform its readers about the UFO phenomenon through various articles, event announcements, and book reviews.

Upcoming Events and Meetings

Grenoble: On April 1st, the "Repas Ufologiques" in Grenoble will feature Jacky Kozan, president of the Académie d'Ufologie, who will explain the organization's role, objectives, and achievements. The Académie is presented as a guarantor of seriousness among its members.

Albi: On April 3rd, Dominique Moret will present on electromagnetic waves, scalar waves, and crop circles. He is described as a high-level scientific researcher and a specialist in crop circles, having investigated sites in England.

Paris: On April 6th, Didier Belphantom will discuss the late Belgian ufologist Roger Lorthioir, who was one of the first to study the UFO phenomenon in Belgium. The event will also cover current ufology in Belgium and cooperation between associations.

Bordeaux: On April 2nd, the "Repas Ufologiques" in Bordeaux will include a conference by a doctor from Bordeaux on their personal medical research and a presentation on the history of ufology in Italy by Alexis. The event also offers a library of UFO books, novels, and old magazines, an IT corner with internet access, and UFO videos.

Toulouse: On April 14th, Patrick Javel will speak on MHD, anti-gravity, and UFO propulsion at the "Repas Ufologiques" in Toulouse. His presentation will explore hypotheses related to these topics and their influence on electrical environments.

Brussels: The 7th "Rencontres Ufologiques de Bruxelles" will take place on April 24th, featuring conferences on UFOs, including a presentation on statistical analyses of ufology from the 1930s to the present. Didier Belphantom will also discuss cases investigated by Brazilian ufologist Antonio Faleira.

Amiens: The "Repas d'Amiens" has been rescheduled to Monday, May 3rd, due to Easter. The event will introduce two new collaborators who will assist Alain Godula.

Montpellier: The "Repas Ufologiques de Montpellier" on March 19th focused on 'third kind encounters'. Thierry Gaulin presented the work of OVNI Languedoc and Bruno Bousquet discussed the case of Assas. The event also touched upon the V.E.R.O.N.I.C.A. project and recent RR3 cases.

Lons le Saunier: A "Repas Ufologique" on March 5th featured a close encounter of the third kind experienced by a couple near Rennes le Château. Marie France Garaude Pasty recounted her experience, including a telepathic message about a coming cataclysm.

Book Review: "OVNIS Enquête sur un Secret d'États"

A new book by journalists Yves Couprie and Egon Kragel, titled "OVNIS Enquête sur un Secret d'États," is set to be released in April. The book is the result of a two-year investigation into the UFO dossier. The authors have interviewed specialists worldwide, including pilots, astrophysicists, engineers, and ufologists. The book aims to be a popularizing, accessible, and referenced work on the subject, revealing that authorities in about thirty countries have been discreetly interested in the phenomenon since World War II. The CIA, British Defense, and the Russian Navy have opened archives, with some reports classified as 'top secret'. The authors conclude that believing or not believing in these phenomena does not change their existence.

UFO Sightings and Phenomena

China: A Chinese company, Harbin Smart Special Aerocraft, has developed a flying object resembling a flying saucer, measuring 1.2 meters in diameter and capable of flying for 40 minutes at altitudes over 1000 meters. The drone uses methanol and can reach speeds of 80 km/h. The development took 12 years and over 4 million dollars.

Another report from China describes an object seen over Shijiazhuang airport for over half an hour. The object, described as several times larger than visible stars, was observed at an altitude of approximately 8,000 meters. Three planes passed over it before the object disappeared.

Morocco: A new augmented version of "L'Histoire des Ovnis au Maroc" is available online, detailing nearly 150 pages of information on UFO observations in Morocco, dating back over 60 years. The document includes recent observations from Casablanca and a detailed account from Oukaimeden in August 2009, describing a large, orange disc-shaped object with a beam of light.

France (Isère): An observation of fifteen orange-red spheres moving slowly and silently at low altitude was reported near Pierre-Châtel on March 6th. Initially mistaken for neon lights or streetlights, the phenomenon was filmed and reported to the authorities. The report also discusses the possibility that these lights might have been Chinese sky lanterns, similar to those used in Thailand.

Tahiti: Jean-Pierre Barriot, director of the Tahiti geodesic observatory, discusses the search for extraterrestrial signals from Earth, which has been emitting radio signals for 90 years. He also mentions the identification of exoplanets that could harbor life. A conference on 'extraterrestrial life: from flying saucers to exoplanets' is announced.

Other Topics

Shi Bo's Work: The article mentions Chinese ufologist Shi Bo, author of three books on UFOs in China. His work suggests that while Chinese UFO sightings are similar to those elsewhere, the motivations attributed to the beings involved differ. One spectacular account describes a saucer-shaped craft emitting a ray that damaged trees and walls without harming humans.

"Route des Ovnis" in Chile: San Clemente, Chile, has created a "route des ovnis" (UFO route) as a tourist attraction, partnering with the national tourism service. This initiative aims to capitalize on the region's reputation for UFO activity and has reportedly increased tourism by 5.8%.

Scientific Perspective: The article touches upon the scientific skepticism towards paranormal phenomena, contrasting it with the need for open-minded investigation. It also discusses the ongoing search for extraterrestrial life and the scientific understanding of human evolution.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The publication consistently promotes ufology as a serious field of study, emphasizing the importance of credible research and documented evidence. It highlights events and individuals dedicated to investigating UFO phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging readers to engage with the subject matter while acknowledging the need for critical analysis and scientific rigor. The newsletter serves as a platform for sharing information, personal testimonies, and updates on ufological research and events, fostering a community of interest in the UFO phenomenon.

This issue of "Les Repas Ufologiques" features a personal testimony titled "Je vous raconte ce que j'ai vécu." (I tell you what I experienced.), detailing a mysterious encounter in the Moroccan Atlas Mountains. The publication is a monthly letter, likely distributed via email, focusing on ufological and unusual phenomena.

Personal Encounter in Immouzer Kandar

The primary narrative is from Youssef M., who recounts a peculiar experience at the age of 17 during a family vacation in Immouzer Kandar, located in the Middle Atlas mountains of Morocco. Fascinated by nature, he often ventured alone into the surrounding mountains. One day, while exploring a mountain near his summer camp, he discovered a crevasse, a cave-like opening that appeared inaccessible without equipment.

On a subsequent visit to the same spot, he encountered a group of about ten children, seemingly appearing out of nowhere. They were gathered in a circle on a plateau, examining something on the ground. Youssef noted their unusual appearance: they were impeccably dressed in what he described as Western-style clothing, resembling a school uniform, with clean shoes and neat attire. They appeared to be around 8-10 years old, about 1.40 meters tall, and possessed a striking, almost too calm demeanor, which he found unnatural and reminiscent of beings from another world or planet. They carried no bags or water, which he found odd given the hot climate and the mountainous terrain.

He approached them and asked where they were from and what they were doing. One of the beings responded in fluent French, stating, "We come from not far away." Immediately after this, the group dispersed towards the edge of the crevasse. Youssef noticed a young girl among them who seemed intent on descending into the chasm. He warned her of the danger, to which the same being replied, "We came here to remove these things," gesturing towards what appeared to be threads attached to the opposite side of the crevasse, which seemed impossible for children to reach without flying or levitation.

The being then invited Youssef to play a game, confidently stating he would win. Youssef accepted, and the child demonstrated an extraordinary ability by throwing a stone with incredible speed, far beyond anything Youssef could replicate. Despite being older, Youssef could not match the child's feat, nor could he find any logical explanation for the stone's trajectory, speed, or the faint, loud sound it made. He speculated it might be a supernatural power or unknown technology.

When Youssef expressed his inability to perform the same feat, the child smiled and said, "You will never be able to do what I can do." Youssef, acknowledging the child's mysterious power, then decided to leave, as it was getting late. As he moved away, he felt a persistent sense of being followed, a presence he couldn't see.

Upon reaching the summit, his feeling of not being alone intensified, compelling him to descend quickly. He collected some rare plants as proof of his ascent but felt an inexplicable urge to leave immediately, without even pausing to admire the view.

Aftermath and Illness

During his descent, he passed the crevasse again, but the children were gone. He did not mention the encounter to his family, only showing them the plants he collected. His father, angered by his unauthorized excursion, forbade him from leaving the village.

Driven by curiosity and a desire to share his experience, Youssef, along with his 14-year-old brother, disobeyed their father and returned to the mountain. However, near the crevasse, his brother became fearful and insisted on returning. No one was present at the site that day.

Following this experience, Youssef began to suffer from recurring, intermittent fevers every week. These fevers would subside only to return. He also experienced difficulty urinating. The fevers eventually stopped, but two weeks later, he fell ill at school with symptoms resembling a fever. At home, he discovered he was urinating blood. This condition worsened, leading to significant and unbearable pain in his testicles, confining him to bed for a week in a near-paralyzed state.

Doctors were unable to diagnose the cause. He was hospitalized and treated by a specialist, an urologist, who discovered inflammation of the pituitary gland of unknown origin. Despite intensive treatment in a private clinic for ten days, he eventually recovered, avoiding surgery but losing an academic year (baccalaureate).

Youssef remains convinced that his contact with the strange group and their environment was the cause of his fevers and infection, despite the doctors' inability to find a medical explanation. He notes that he has only shared this encounter with a few people and it has never been published before.

Local Legends and Beliefs

The article also touches upon local legends and beliefs in Morocco. Youssef mentions that in Moroccan culture, stories like his are often attributed to "Djinns" – beings of fire, which are accepted within religious frameworks and explain unusual visions or encounters. Consequently, such events are not typically shared with the general public.

The publication includes a reference to a legend from the Moyen-Atlas region, dating back to the 1970s or 1980s, where a group of people witnessed a person disappear, seemingly "aspirated by the sky by an extraterrestrial craft." This event, possibly an UFO sighting, was never publicly discussed and remains a mystery.

The issue concludes with contact information for "Les Repas Ufologiques," inviting readers to share their own stories of legends, incredible facts, or UFO-related information.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are unexplained encounters, mysterious beings, personal testimonies of unusual events, and the intersection of folklore, religion, and potential extraterrestrial phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging the sharing of such experiences and exploring them through personal accounts and local legends, while acknowledging that these phenomena are often relegated to the realm of the supernatural or religious explanations within the local culture.