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Hawks Rejoice at Trump Decision to Assassinate Iranian Military Leader
Some commentators see parallels with the buildup to the Bush administration's 2003 invasion of Iraq.
Could a New Civil War Erupt in Iraq as the US and Iran Vie for Influence?
Tensions in Iraq escalate after a series of U.S. airstrikes in Iraq and Syria killed at least 24 people.
Iraqi Prime Minister Condemns US Airstrikes and Threats to Iran
The latest U.S. bombing campaign in the Middle East prompted urgent calls for de-escalation.
Why We Persist: Activists Have Protested US Drone Base for Over a Decade
If no one speaks out, the Pentagon will keep operating as if it has a popular mandate to keep up the killing.
Democrats Are Shifting on Foreign Policy – But Not Far Enough to End War
Though their rhetoric has shifted left, many Democrats do not wish to disrupt the tradition of U.S. global leadership.
Complicity With Imperialism Is Holding Back the Anti-Trump Resistance
The imperial fantasy of endless war for perpetual peace continues to thrive.
American Exceptionalism Is Killing the Planet
We need to stop idealizing war and its so-called warriors. At stake is nothing less than the viability of life on Earth.
Pope Francis Calls Nuclear Weapons Immoral as Catholic Activists Face Jail
The activists were recently convicted of three felony counts and a misdemeanor charge.
Intensified US Sanctions Bolster Iran’s Hardliners and Fuel Angry Protests
At least 12 Iranian protesters have been killed while demonstrating in response to rising gasoline prices.
50 Years of US Arms Sales Have Had Severe and Lasting Impact on Middle East
Most Americans oppose runaway arms trading. Will our government change course?