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Exposing The USAID Nexus: Christian Missionaries, Al-Qaeda, And The Manipur Crisis

February 17, 2025
The Commune

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has long been a tool for advancing American interests globally. However, recent investigations reveal a disturbing nexus between USAID-funded Christian missionary activities in India, particularly in Manipur, and its alleged connections to Al-Qaeda in Africa. This article delves into the intricate web of funding, organizations, and individuals involved in this complex network, exposing details that have never been seen before.

The Burning House: Manipur And The Golden Triangle

Northeast India, especially Manipur, has historically been a hotspot for Christian missionary activities. Situated in the infamous Golden Triangle of drug trade, Manipur has attracted numerous international Christian missionary organizations. These groups, under the guise of humanitarian work, have been accused of engaging in religious proselytization, often targeting vulnerable tribal communities.

The question arises: Who is funding these activities? The answer lies in a complex network of organizations with deep ties to USAID and other U.S. government agencies.

David Curry And The Anti-India Agenda Connection

David Curry, former Commissioner of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USIRF), stands out as a key figure in this nexus. Known for his anti-India stance, Curry founded Open Doors International, which later merged with Global Christian Relief in 2024. Open Doors publishes the “World Watch List,” which consistently ranks India among the top 15 countries for Christian persecution.

Global Christian Relief is funded by World Vision, a USAID-backed organization that has been accused of funding Al-Qaeda-linked groups in Africa. In India, World Vision collaborates with the India Peace Centre, which is supported by the World Council of Churches (WCC). Declassified CIA reports reveal that the WCC has acted as a CIA front since the 1950s.

The Circle Formed By India Peace Centre And Its Trustees

The India Peace Centre, a key player in this network, is funded by the World Council of Churches and the Council for World Mission. Its trustees include prominent figures like Asir Ebenezer (National Council of Churches in India) and Dhiya Ann Mathew (YWCA of India), both of whom have historical ties to CIA-funded organizations.

Funding The Nexus With “Religious” Dollars

The India Peace Centre receives substantial funding from USAID-backed organizations like Tear Fund, which has channeled over $108 million into India, primarily for Christian missionary activities. Tear Fund’s operations in Manipur have raised eyebrows, especially given the state’s recent ethnic violence.

Pieter Friedrich And Khalistani Links

Pieter Friedrich, a controversial figure, has been at the forefront of protests against the Indian government, particularly regarding the Manipur crisis. Friedrich is closely associated with Bhajan Singh Bhinder, a Khalistani terrorist who founded the Organization for Minorities of India (OFMI), an ISI-funded group. Friedrich’s hunger strike in 2023, supported by Indian Overseas Congress members, highlights the political dimensions of this nexus.

You can read about Bhajan Singh Bhinder and Pieter Dietrich nexus in the below thread.

The Political Stooge: Rahul Gandhi And The Congress Connection

During Rahul Gandhi’s visit to the U.S., he was interviewed by Shan Sankaran, a key figure in the Indian Overseas Congress. Sankaran’s ties to USAID and Kashmiri separatists further complicate the narrative. Kirthika Dharan, another Congress affiliate, has been actively involved in Rahul Gandhi’s campaigns, raising questions about the party’s role in this network.

You can read about Sam Pitroda – USAID – Kashmiri Terrorists in US – Khalistani terrorists in US nexus in the below thread:

When North Meets South

An interesting twist is that in addition to the Sikh media channels associated with Bhajan Singh Bhinder, Pieter Dietrich is also hosted by Tamil America TV.

The Sex Therapist: Austin Giltus And Tamil America TV

Austin Giltus, founder of Tamil America TV, has a controversial background. Starting his career with Sun TV, a DMK-affiliated channel, Giltus later worked with USAID-funded organizations like Catholic Relief Services and CARE. His involvement in Tamil America TV, which hosts Khalistani and anti-India voices, raises questions about his true agenda.

The Hitjob

In August 2024, CNN released a video under its CNN Freedom Project titled Modern Slavery In India. It was based on a report prepared by Justice Ventures International.

Walk Free, founded by Australian billionaire Andrew Forest, is behind the Global Slavery Index used by Justice Ventures International to target India. Walk Free collaborates with OCCRP, a Soros-funded media organization, further exposing the anti-India propaganda machine.

The Money

Justice Ventures International has received 850,754 USD from the US State Department. Justice Venture International was founded by

  • International Justice Mission
  • Freedom Fund

The Trail

International Justice Mission has received 40 million USD from the US State Department and USAID. Freedom Fund has received 20.3 million dollars from the US State Department!

You can see how Soros and Omidyar Network are neck deep into the funding of the Freedom fund and this entire circus of the deep state proxies led to three anti-India fronts.

  • Hindus For Human Rights
  • Indo-American Muslim Council
  • The Sikh Coalition

All of them partner with each other and with OFMI (Organization For Minorities in India).

You can read in detail about this entire nexus in this thread:

 

Wycliffe Global Alliance

The Wycliffe Global Alliance, accused of being a CIA front, is active in India’s tribal regions. Its mission to translate the Bible into local languages has been criticized as a cover for proselytization. In Manipur, Wycliffe’s activities have fueled tensions between tribal communities.

The Tears Of Blood: Tear Fund And Manipur Violence

Tear Fund, a major recipient of USAID funding, operates extensively in Manipur. In 2023, the organization received over $102 million from USAID, coinciding with the outbreak of violence in the state. Critics argue that Tear Fund’s activities have exacerbated ethnic and religious divisions in the region.

Interestingly, Emmanuel Hospital Association USA has received 1.2 million USD from USAID! It has worked extensively in Manipur under the umbrella of the relief and Rehabilitation program alongside Mennonite Church chapters of India. 

The main objective of the Emmanuel Hospital Association is to open missionary hospitals and clinics in the tribal and remote areas of India in the name of The Church.

But what comes after this is something sinister, we have seen when conversions start happening through medical miracles in the name of Jesus Christ.

The Holy Trail of Blood: Justice Ventures International

Justice Ventures International (JVI), funded by the U.S. State Department and USAID, has been accused of orchestrating anti-India propaganda. JVI’s report on “Modern Slavery in India,” released by CNN, was based on the Global Slavery Index, which is funded by the Walk Free Foundation. Walk Free’s founder, Andrew Forest, has ties to the OCCRP, a Soros-funded media organization known for its anti-India stance.

The Terrorist Vision: World Vision and Al-Qaeda

World Vision, a USAID-funded organization, has been implicated in funding the Islamic Relief Agency (ISRA), a North African branch of Al-Qaeda. Despite being flagged by the U.S. government, World Vision continued to receive funding, raising questions about its operations in India, where it runs orphan child projects accused of facilitating religious conversions.

Read more on World Vision’s operations in India and how Nehru and his dynasty helped World Vision to establish itself in India.

Since 2008, World Vision has received USD 30 Million in contracts and grants. Out of that USD 27 Million was in grants. Its child sponsorship program works for orphan children eventually converting them to Christianity.

In December 2020, the US government’s oversight and investigation unit, the Finance Committee cited that using USAID grants World Vision was funding the Islamic Relief Agency (ISRA) which is the North African branch of Al-Qaeda based in Sudan.

ISRA leadership had been involved in helping Al-Qaeda leader Osama Bin Laden to move to safe locations. ISRA has also funded Hamas. ISRA is a designated terrorist organization. It operated in 40 countries including the US but post US Blacklisting it closed its US office.  It had been working with Osama Bin Laden funded and founded Maqtub Al-Khidmat also.

Despite OFAC (Office Of Foreign Asset Control) flagging ISRA as an Al-Qaeda associate, World Vision sought approval from the US State Department to release funds to ISRA for its existing commitments due to legal pressures from the Sudanese government. The then-US President Barack Obama approved the release of funds. Now imagine the same World Vision running a Christian missionary conversion agenda in India under its Orphan Child Projects.

 

Agenda Loudspeaker: NAMTA And Evangelical Networks

NAMTA, an Evangelical Baptist Convention, is closely linked to the India Peace Centre and Tear Fund. Its founder, Florence Lowe, has been instrumental in promoting Christian missionary activities in Manipur. NAMTA’s partners include the Baptist World Alliance and the American Baptist Churches, both of which receive substantial funding from U.S. government agencies.

Caritas And Rohingya Crisis

Caritas India, another USAID-funded organization, works with Rohingya refugees and Kuki-Zomi tribes in Manipur. Despite not being recognized by the UNHCR, Caritas has received over $93 million from USAID, raising concerns about its role in the region.

Zomi Innkuan USA And Refugee Networks

Zomi Innkuan USA, a partner of NAMTA, receives funding from U.S. government agencies like the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM). Its ties to resettlement agencies like Church World Service and the International Rescue Committee (IRC), both heavily funded by USAID, highlight the extent of this network.

These organizations work together to provide reception and placement services, employment skills training, housing assistance, and other critical resources to help refugees rebuild their lives in the United States.

The Big Money Cartel

Another supporter of Kuki Community USA – Church World Services has been funded with 9.77 million USD by USAID.

It is also funded by:

  • Tides Foundation
  • Open Society Foundation
  • Islamic Relief
  • UNHCR
  • US Department of State

Baptist Churches In Manipur

The Manipur Baptist Convention (MBC) is a key player in the region’s Christian missionary activities. Funded by the Baptist World Alliance and American Baptist Churches, the MBC has been accused of promoting religious conversions in tribal areas.

The Mission And The Missionaries

At the start of the year 2024, Assam police arrested two US nationals for illegal Christian missionary activities:

  1. James Michael Flinchum
  2. Mathew Jone Boone

During the police investigation, James Michael Flinchum disclosed that he has worked as Associate Director of the Baptist General Conference which is a part of Baptist World Churches. Do you understand the zeal and the nexus of the Christian conversion mafia? Both of these arrested Americans were giving bible sermons at Baptist Christian Hospital in Tezpur, Assam!!

The Hidden Missionaries: Sean Tornquist And First Peter Ministries

Sean Tornquist, founder of First Peter Ministries in Manipur, has been accused of supplying weapons and drones to Kuki Christians under the guise of relief work. Tornquist’s family foundation is funded by the Heritage Foundation and Judicial Watch, both of which have deep ties to the U.S. deep state.

You also have the likes of Daniel Stephen Courney who are engaged in conversion in Manipur and also the claims of him having given arms and ammunition to Kuki militants.

In November 2024, Sean Tornquist wrote in his online blog at http://seantorquist.com about how he travelled to Manipur, India at the behest of his Kuki friend and Columbia University classmate and NAMTA Volunteer, to give details of his journey when violence broke out in Manipur. Basically, it was a slap on Indian agencies’ faces because he wrote in detail how he evaded all of them to reach Manipur. This was before Home Minister Amit Shah made it mandatory in late 2024 to seek the Protected Area Permit (PAP) for all foreigners travelling to the Northeast of India.

The USAID nexus in India, particularly in Manipur, reveals a complex web of funding, organizations, and individuals working to advance religious and political agendas. From Christian missionary activities to alleged links with Al-Qaeda, this network underscores the need for greater scrutiny of foreign-funded organizations operating in India.

This article is based on an X thread by The Story Teller.

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