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The US Hand in the Syrian Mess
In the other side of the story, Syria's olive branches to the US and Israel were spurned and a drive for ‘regime change’ followed.
Fighting Both Sides of the Same War: Is Turkey Using Attacks on the Islamic State as Cover for Assault on Kurds?
Over the past week, Turkey has detained more than 1,000 people in a series of raids, many targeting members of Kurdish groups.
Ex-IAEA Official Uses Misleading Claims to Attack Iran Deal
Foes of the US-Iran nuclear deal are leaning heavily on the opinions of a deeply compromised “expert.”
The Balance of Power in the Middle East Just Changed
For the first time in decades, the two major powers in the Middle East have opened the door to relations.
Iranian Dissidents Explain Why They Support the Nuclear Deal
We know what politicians think about the Iran nuclear deal. How about asking some opponents of Iran's regime?
Israeli Settlers Demand Demolition of Palestinian Village
Israel has stated that after Ramadan, it would begin to demolish the Susiya village.
US Military Built Another Multimillion-Dollar Building in Afghanistan That No One Used
US military continued to build a $14.7 million warehouse after it knew it wasn't needed.
“Unspeakable Devastation”: An Eyewitness Account of Israel’s Withering Assault on Gaza
Mohammed Omer describes the slaughter and the unfolding degradation of Palestinians.
Texas Governor Champions the Rights of Fringe Constituents
Jade Helm is an eight week military exercise across six states, but many conspiracy theorists argue a federal takeover.
Would “President” Scott Walker Ask Congress for Authorization Before He Bombed Iran?
Walker has previously said that he would undo an Iran deal on the first day of his presidency, regardless of what our allies have to say about it.