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Advocates Call for Release of Saudi Woman Facing 34 Years in Prison Over Tweets
“Women like Salma must be recognized and protected, not targeted for expressing their opinions,” one advocate said.

“Fortress Mentality” Among US Leaders Has Trapped Us in a Cycle of Militarism
FBI Director Christopher Wray’s recent comments underscored yet again the siege mentality that drives U.S. policy.

It’s Time for Congress to End US Involvement in the Saudi-Led War on Yemen
Saudi Arabia could resume its bombing campaign and blockade of Yemen when the ceasefire expires at the end of July.

Bernie Sanders Unveils Resolution to End US Support for Saudi-Led War in Yemen
Senators Sanders, Warren and Leahy are reportedly backed by over 100 House members in urging an end to U.S. involvement.

Noam Chomsky: Biden’s Middle East Trip Contains Echoes of Trump’s Policies
Biden's Middle East tour includes a meeting with Palestinian leaders. Chomsky notes, “Palestinian hopes lie elsewhere.”

Saudi Arabia Is Using Biden’s Visit and Sports-Based PR to Hide Its Crimes
Biden has decided to forego Saudi-related campaign in order to try to reduce gas prices before the midterms.

Biden Succumbs to Lobbyists in Move Toward Saudi Arms and Defense Agreements
The president's planned visit to Saudi Arabia is a reversal of his campaign promise to treat the nation as a “pariah.”

Biden Plans to Visit Saudi Arabia in Push for Oil
“The planet is on fire, and Biden is about to reestablish relations with one of the key arsonists,” says one critic.

Corporate Media Fail to Cover War in Yemen Due to US Support for Saudi Arabia
Around 400,000 people have died and 16.2 million are on the brink of starvation in Yemen due to the Saudi-led war.

Progressives Demand Congress Cut Military Support for War on Yemen
The deadly blockade and bombardment of Yemen is now entering its eighth year.