Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Tag: weapons

US arms sales to Israel in the spotlight as Gaza conflict...

This plea follows closely on the heels of Canada's groundbreaking decision to suspend military equipment sales to Israel, a move that has been hailed by human rights organizations and advocates worldwide.

Armed by Washington, Israel trashes the genocide convention

Is the American government providing most of the armaments and targeting technologies being used to kill Gazans by the thousands?

Mexico is suing US gun-makers for arming its gangs—and a US...

Mexico’s lawsuit holds out the prospect that the gun industry could be next.

Senate passes $10 billion in Israeli military aid with only 3...

The decision was part of a broader legislative package that also includes military support for Ukraine and Taiwan, with the bill passing by a substantial bipartisan majority of 70-29 votes.

Rising democratic dissent as Biden sidesteps Congress for another Israeli arms...

This decision marks the second instance within a short span where the administration has circumvented legislative scrutiny in arms transactions.

Biden’s proposal to lift limits on Israel’s US weapons access sparks...

U.S.-Israel arms policy in flux: Biden's bold proposal to lift restrictions on weapon access.

Arsenal of autocracy?

The major weapons makers cash in worldwide—not just in Ukraine.

What a waste!

It can’t be emphasized enough just how many taxpayer dollars are now being showered on the Pentagon.

America dominant again (in arms sales)

Will Biden continue to promote this country as the world’s top arms exporter of all time?

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Donald Trump faces groundbreaking criminal trial as first former U.S. President in the dock

With jury selection underway, the world watches as this unprecedented trial unfolds, potentially reshaping America's political landscape.

Will the center hold as elections descend to a war between gut grievances vs....

While Trumpian individualism now equates with rank criminality, social activism fosters greater collective prosperity, opportunities and growth for all.

Averting Crisis: Global Calls for Restraint as Tensions Escalate Between Israel and Iran

Amidst calls for peace, a night of retaliation heightens fears of an all-out war.

Dead on arrival

Israel’s blowback genocide.

Coal capacity increased 2% globally in 2023, the most since 2016

Retire coal plants faster or 'forget about' Paris goals, energy expert says.