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A Russian Invasion of Ukraine Could Destabilize Russia’s Political Order
Polls suggest that a large-scale war with Ukraine would not be popular among Russians.
Will Biden Declare a “No First Use” Approach to Nuclear Weapons?
In 2017, Joe Biden warned against the preemptive use of nuclear weapons but has yet to adopt that policy as president.
Echoing Antiwar Activists, Sanders Warns Against Sanctions and War on Russia
“I am extremely concerned when I hear the familiar drumbeats in Washington,” Bernie Sanders said.
US Sanctions Caused Mass Civilian Deaths in Iraq. Afghan Civilians Are Up Next.
Nearly 23 million Afghans, including 1 million children, are facing hunger and starvation brought on by U.S. sanctions.
Is Russia-NATO Brinksmanship Over Ukraine Thwarting Diplomatic Resolution?
Masha Gessen and Anatol Lieven discuss the experience of Ukrainians and the possibility of peaceful diplomacy.
Biden Admin Restores Sanctions Waivers Seen as Key to Reviving Iran Nuclear Deal
While the U.S. sanctions on Iran will still remain in place, the waivers might help restore the Iran nuclear deal.
Claims Over Broken Promises About NATO Simmer at the Heart of the Ukraine Crisis
NATO’s expansion into Eastern Europe never had anything to do with security in any meaningful sense.
“I Remember WMDs in Iraq”: Reporter Grills US Official on Russian Intel Claims
“You just ... expect us to believe it without you showing a shred of evidence,” the veteran AP reporter said.
Chomsky: US Approach to Ukraine Has “Left the Domain of Rational Discourse”
Noam Chomsky outlines the deadly dangers of U.S. intransigence over Ukrainian membership in NATO.
US Militarism Is a Cause of Tension in Eastern Europe, Not a Solution
U.S. actions are raising tensions with Russia rather than resolving them.