Friday, April 17, 2026

Americans and their love for perpetual wars

America can be – or rather, can only be – prosperous and strong without engaging in perpetual wars and aggression.

‘Afghan Papers’ wouldn’t be needed if we had a real independent newsmedia

Embedded journalists and news organizations that hire retired generals for commentary don’t give the true picture.

The winner in Afghanistan: China

Does this debacle mark the decline of Washington's world leadership?

Global impact of Ukraine war on food, energy & finance systems

We are now facing a perfect storm that threatens to devastate the economies of many developing countries.

Why the Islamic State Is the Minor Leagues of Terror

Is it time to panic? Let's put terror threats into perspective for 2016.

One Man’s War

Bringing Iraq to America

After warning of ‘large and painful military operation,’ Israel begins massive bombing of Gaza

"Israeli snipers shoot and kill scores of unarmed Palestinian protesters in Gaza, including kids, then calls it self-defense. When a Palestinian sniper fires at one Israeli soldier, Israel bombs Gaza with F-16s and preps for all out war."

What We Talk About When We Don’t Want to Talk About Nuclear War

The one, in a vain effort to conceal his own ignorance, offers rambling nonsense. The other, accustomed to making her own rules, simply changes the subject.

Trump’s 100 days: U.S. air campaign hammers Yemen with almost a strike a day

The MOAB arrived in Afghanistan before the inauguration, on January 13.