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Oil Prices Soar to New Heights as Houthis Seize Yemen’s Red Sea Coastline
A top economist estimated that Trump’s Iran war has already cost the average American household an extra $1,650.
Trump Threatens to Bomb the “F****** S***” Out of Iran After US Base Strike
The latest threat of escalation comes as the US announced joint strikes with Saudi Arabia on Iraq.
UAE Says It’s Leaving OPEC, in Major Blow to the Cartel
The change is a major blow to the oil cartel that has long dominated the oil market.
House Judiciary Investigating Jared Kushner’s Investments From Saudi Arabia
Kushner serves as “Special Envoy for Peace” while soliciting investments from Gulf monarchies for his private business.
Iran’s Retaliation Reignites Discontent With US Military Bases in Middle East
The US spent decades building an empire of military bases throughout the Middle East. Now they’re under attack.
In Courting Saudi Arabia, Trump Emulates Mohammed Bin Salman’s Authoritarianism
Donald Trump and Mohammed bin Salman are united by their shared ideology of censorship and state violence.
Trump Names Saudi Arabia “Major Non-NATO Ally,” With Billions in Arms Deals
“Trump is prioritizing weapons-contractor profits and his own family’s business interests,” said Rep. Ilhan Omar.
Saudi Prince Set to Visit White House as Trump Promises Sale of Fighter Jets
The trip comes amid reports the Trump family is engaging in private business dealings with the Saudi government.
Congress to Consider Bills That Would Gut Oversight of US Arms Sales
If passed, the bills would reduce vetting of future sales in the name of speeding up the process.
Trump Says US Will End Long-Standing Sanctions on Syria
The US has maintained sanctions on Syria for decades, fueling poverty and hunger among the country’s population.