Tuesday, January 14, 2025

New Defense Strategy: War with great nations & arms race

There are many opportunities to oppose war in this new era of “Great Power” conflict.

The US military budget as a mushroom loud

Going nuclear on Pentagon spending!

Choosing life in a pro-violence society

Post-Dobbs abortion access for military dependents is in question.

Identified Paris Attackers Were Not Refugees

Contrary to previous reports, all identified terrorists involved in the Paris attacks last week were European nationals. Does this affect the outlook on Syrian refugees resettling in foreign countries?

NPR devotes almost two hours to Afghanistan over two weeks—and 30 seconds to US...

If NPR cared about the Afghan people, its coverage would be aimed at informing listeners about how their country’s policies are dramatically hurting Afghans.

American war is off the charts

So, for the last few of us still here thinking about American wars, I would say that when it comes to off the charts, it’s possible that you ain’t seen nothin’ yet.

US hawks call for action against Iran following attack on troops in Jordan

Amidst escalating tensions, US lawmakers call for a strong response to Iran after a drone attack on American troops in Jordan intensifies calls for action.

Why these missile strikes won’t make things better for the Syrian people

There are serious questions as to whether Trump’s bombing of the Syrian base has anything to do with protecting civilians.

Egypt escalates international pressure against Israel by joining genocide case in ICJ

As Gaza faces increasing violence, Egypt supports South Africa's case at the International Court of Justice, accusing Israel of genocide, signaling a significant shift in Middle Eastern diplomacy.

Amid the carnage in Ukraine, it’s time for world leaders to rethink their priorities

Lending all support and incentives to ending the war in Ukraine would be a good place to start.