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Congress Failed to Act to Prevent Iran War. Now Trump Has Put Millions at Risk.
After failing to in December, Congress must now pass legislation explicitly prohibiting an unauthorized war with Iran.
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.
In Iran, Over 100 Feared Dead in Protest Crackdown
Soon after protests broke out on Sunday, Iran imposed an almost complete internet blackout.
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.
This Isn’t the First Time the US Has Abandoned the Kurds
Since the 1970s, the U.S. has treated the Kurds as disposable pawns in pursuit of its foreign policy goals.
Trump’s “Maximum Pressure” Policy in Iran Prevents Real Diplomacy
Rather than isolate Iran, the international community should de-escalate tensions and advance a sustainable peace.
Saudi Arabia Owns the 45th Floor of Trump Tower, and It Shows
Trump is drafting foreign policy on the back of a cashed Saudi government check.
Are We About to Attack Iran?
John Bolton is gone, but Trump might bomb Iran anyway.