СТАЛКЕР UFO

Magazine Overview

This issue of STALKER UFO magazine, number 4 from 1991, published by the Geographical Society of the USSR, focuses on the growing acknowledgment of UFO phenomena by official sources and explores various aspects of UFO research.

Recognition of UFOs by High-Ranking Officials

The lead article, 'Recognition of an Army General (4)', highlights the impact of admissions by high-ranking officials on public acceptance of UFOs. It features an interview with General Army I. Tretyak, Commander of the Air Defense Forces, who admits that 'there are indeed phenomena that appear to us in the form of UFOs, the nature of which we do not know.' However, he strongly denies the possibility of these objects being alien spacecraft violating Soviet airspace, arguing that there is no proof of such incursions.

The article contrasts Tretyak's statement with that of Colonel-General Maltsev, who described a UFO as a disc 100-200 meters in diameter with two pulsating lights. The author points out discrepancies and potential disinformation in the military's statements, questioning why details like the object's shape and radar detection are omitted or downplayed.

UFOs and the Military

The issue touches upon the military's role in investigating UFOs, referencing a previous incident where a fighter pilot, Lieutenant Colonel A. Semenchenko, approached a UFO but could not identify it beyond two pulsating lights. The author criticizes the Air Defense Forces for adopting an 'ostrich policy' towards UFO research, urging them to study the phenomenon rather than dismiss it as natural occurrences or interference.

UFOs and Ancient Civilizations

Another section, 'Were they on Earth?', introduces the work of Dr. Igor Lisevich, a scholar of ancient Chinese language and culture, who is researching the possibility of extraterrestrial contact in Earth's ancient history. The magazine announces a book compilation titled 'Were they on Earth?' which explores this theme, with fragments to be published in STALKER UFO. The article mentions parallels between ancient Indian 'Mahabharata' and Chinese myths concerning 'sons of heaven' and powerful weapons, suggesting a common origin or influence.

Ancient Chinese architecture is discussed in relation to a belief in 'harmful influences' that travel in straight lines. This led to the development of curved structures and screens to deflect these influences. The text also references the mythical figure of Huangdi, a ruler from the 26th century BC, who possessed magical abilities and undertook fantastic journeys, drawing parallels to Mesopotamian deities.

UFO Sightings and Encounters

A report from Kupchino describes a UFO sighting by Pavel Kravchenko, who observed a yellow, oval-shaped object resembling a 'classic saucer' with blurred edges. The object emitted a beam of light and a vertical column of light before disappearing.

The magazine also features a detailed account of a direct contact experience by Mikhail Mendelsohn in 1978. While on vacation near Planerskoye, he was drawn to Lyagushachya Bay, where he encountered a UFO. He entered the object via a descending cylinder and had a conversation with an artificial intelligence that identified itself as a robot sent by a highly advanced civilization. The robot explained that direct contact with humanity was avoided to prevent harm to human development and that their civilization could traverse vast distances instantly.

UFO Hoaxes and Misinformation

An article by German Kolchin, 'The Homo Mirabilis', critically examines how UFO reports can be fabricated. He recounts how the newspaper 'Molodezh Moldavii' published a sensational UFO encounter story as a New Year's prank, which was later admitted to be a fabrication. Kolchin warns readers to be critical of unverified UFO reports, especially those lacking corroborating evidence.

Another piece, 'The Dognapper of the Senbernard', satirizes a similar prank by the Leningrad newspaper 'Vash Drug', which published a story about a dog being abducted by a UFO, only to reveal it was a joke without a disclaimer. The author criticizes such practices for undermining the credibility of serious UFO research.

UFO Conference in Georgia

The issue reports on a UFO conference held in Georgia in December of the previous year. The conference is praised for its excellent organization and preparation, with participants enjoying the hospitality of their Georgian colleagues.

UFO Crash on Spitsbergen

A translated report from Robert Loftin's book 'Identified Objects' details the alleged discovery of a crashed flying saucer on Spitsbergen in 1952. The debris was reportedly of non-terrestrial origin and made of unknown materials. The incident was kept secret by Norwegian authorities, with involvement from British and American experts.

Formation of Ukrainian UFO Association

The magazine announces the founding of the Ukrainian UFO Association (UKUFAS) at a conference in Kharkov in February 1991. The association aims to unite UFO researchers, consolidate efforts in studying UFOs and other anomalous phenomena, and establish a national network for information exchange. The formation of an expert council (EKSO) is also mentioned, tasked with identifying and debunking speculative information about UFOs.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently emphasizes the need for critical evaluation of UFO reports, highlighting instances of hoaxes and misinformation. It also seeks to bridge the gap between official acknowledgment and rigorous scientific investigation. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, encouraging readers to share their experiences while maintaining a skeptical yet curious approach to the phenomenon.