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Global Military Spending Reached an All-Time High Last Year at $2.4 Trillion
The US was by far the largest military spender at $916 billion in 2023, up 2.3 percent compared to the previous year.
Under UN Charter, Iran’s Attack Was a Legal Response to Israel’s Illegal Attack
Iran’s attack on Israel was lawful self-defense carried out in compliance with international humanitarian law.
Business Booms for Lockheed Martin as Risk of Regional War Grows
Following Iran’s strike, bankers are upgrading their stock in the company that’s played a role in Israel’s war on Gaza.
One Year Into War, Sudan Is Experiencing the World’s Largest Displacement Crisis
Meanwhile, the number of Sudanese facing emergency levels of hunger has more than tripled in a year to almost 5 million.
The Middle East Is Bracing for Wider War as Israel Weighs Response to Iran
Journalists Reza Sayah and Gideon Levy join analyst Trita Parsi to discuss the possibility of a regional war.
Calls Grow for De-escalation as Israel Vows to Retaliate Against Iran
Progressives say along with a Gaza ceasefire, diplomacy and restraint are needed to stop a region-wide war.
How Are US Tax Dollars Being Spent? Hint: The Pentagon Is Cashing In.
The average US taxpayer sent $58 to fund antiwar diplomacy efforts versus $5,109 for militarism and its support systems.
Syria Embassy Bombing Shows Israel’s Plan to Draw US Into War With Iran
As the assault on Gaza loses support, Netanyahu seemingly hopes to save himself by provoking retaliation from Iran.
Journalist Who Broke Story on Israel’s AI Warfare Discusses the Technology
Israeli journalist Yuval Abraham says entire Palestinian families are being wiped out inside their homes.
Iran Vows Retaliation After Israel Bombs Its Consulate in Syria
Journalist Akbar Shahid Ahmed says the pace and audacity of Israel’s international attacks have escalated since October.