On Iran, It’s Trump vs. Trump
The ongoing conflict with Iran showcases all the reasons why Donald Trump remains a hit with his base.
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The Ukraine moment
Lessons from the War on Terror.
The Trojan Drone
An Illegal Military Strategy Disguised as Technological Advance
Iran’s 10-point plan is still a workable basis for negotiations
There is a simple way to avoid one of the most destructive elements in recent failed negotiations with Iran
The US built a blueprint to avoid civilian war casualties. Trump officials scrapped it.
The civilian protection mission was dissolved as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made “lethality” a top priority.
Israel now occupies over half of Gaza as expanded buffer zone razes entire communities
Systematic destruction of homes, farmland, and infrastructure in Gaza buffer zone reveals deeper plan for permanent Israeli control, soldiers and experts say.
Israel’s ban on UNRWA risks creating a humanitarian crisis for Palestinian refugees
The immediate implications of the ban have already alarmed humanitarian agencies and the international community, with concerns mounting over the agency’s ability to support those in desperate need.
Panama Papers Revelation of Assad Family’s Stolen Wealth Helps Explain the Syrian Revolution
Juan Cole discusses the history of Assad Family and their obsession with wealth and power.
Lawmakers reintroduce War Powers Resolution to end carnage in Yemen and reclaim Congress’ constitutional...
Both the House and Senate "should move swiftly to reassert [their] war powers and end U.S. support for this brutal, unconstitutional war."
War is bad for you—and the economy
The military-industrial complex will have yet another never-ending claim on our scarce national resources.