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Israel's Draft Nation-State Law Codifies Racism
by Steve Lendman / 4h
Israel’s Draft Nation-State Law Codifies Racism by Stephen Lendman The 1917 Balfour Declaration is its antecedent - “establish(ing) in Palestine a national home for the Jewish people,” at the expense of indigenous Arabs as things turned out. In May 1948, the concept was adopted in the Declaration of the Establishment of the State of Israel. Knesset 1950 legislation granted every Jew “the right to
NYT Editors Aim at the Wrong Target
by Steve Lendman / 5h
NYT Editors Aim at the Wrong Target by Stephen Lendman Its editors accused Trump and Hillary of continuing to “wag(e) last year’s campaign,” claiming they’re “undermining their promises to help America heal.” Calling Trump “more than a little pathetic” because he “has a nation to run,” they accused him of “hack(ing) away at (Hillary), and rhapsodiz(ing) about his campaign,” adding: “Nothing in re
France Votes: Nationalism v. Globalism on the Ballot
by Steve Lendman / 9h
France Votes: Nationalism v. Globalism on the Ballot by Stephen Lendman On May 7, France votes under draconian/militarized state of emergency conditions, imposed after the November 2015 Charlie Hebdo/kosher market false flag attacks. According to French interior ministry spokesman Pierre-Henry Brandet, “more than 50,000 policemen, gendarmes will be deployed” nationwide for Sunday’s vote. Operatio
Puerto Rico Declares Bankruptcy
by Steve Lendman / 10h
Puerto Rico Declares Bankruptcy by Stephen Lendman Colonized and exploited by America since 1898, its people, governor and other officials are powerless - ruled by US administrations and Congress. Islanders have no control over their lives, welfare and destiny, no say over foreign relations, commerce, trade, air space, land and offshore waters, immigration and emigration, nationality and citizens
US Support for Terrorists in Syria Prevents Conflict Resolution
by Steve Lendman / 10h
US Support for Terrorists in Syria Prevents Conflict Resolution by Stephen Lendman The myth of so-called “moderate rebels” in Syria persists. None exist. All anti-government militants are US-supported terrorists - largely imported from scores of countries. Russia’s good faith efforts for conflict resolution aren’t good enough because Washington consistently undermines them - wanting endless war a
Destabilizing Venezuela for Regime Change
by Steve Lendman / 10h
Destabilizing Venezuela for Regime Change by Stephen Lendman Washington wants Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro ousted, social democratic Bolivarian governance abolished, unrestrained predatory capitalism replacing it, Washington getting control over the country’s huge oil reserves, along with gaining another imperial trophy. Economic war and weeks of street violence were made in the USA, perha

YESTERDAY

Israel Considers Force-Feeding Palestinian Hunger Strikers
by Steve Lendman / 1d
Israel Considers Force-Feeding Palestinian Hunger Strikers by Stephen Lendman Force-feeding is torture, banned by the World Medical Association, saying it violates fundamental medical ethics. When accompanied by threats, coercion, force, and use of physical restraints, it’s considered inhuman and degrading treatment. The procedure is barbaric. Strikers are painfully shackled to restraint chairs,
Macron Claims He Was Hacked
by Steve Lendman / 1d
Macron Claims He Was Hacked by Stephen Lendman On the eve of Sunday’s French presidential election runoff, establishment candidate Emmanuel Macron’s campaign claimed he was targeted by a “massive and coordinated” cyberattack - disclosing potentially damaging 11th hour information. His campaign railed about hackers anonymously releasing emails, documents and other materials “to sow doubt and misin
Memorandum Creating De-Escalation Zones in Syria
by Steve Lendman / 1d
Memorandum Creating De-Escalation Zones in Syria by Stephen Lendman Other articles discussed the agreement reached by Russia, Iran and Turkey. It created four de-escalation zones effective May 5, prohibiting ground and aerial operations by all parties. Washington isn’t part of the agreement, the fly in the ointment, likely undermining it because it wants endless war and regime change, not diploma
The Message of Trumpcare
by Steve Lendman / 1d
The Message of Trumpcare by Stephen Lendman It’s House passage is the latest example, following many others, showing America is a plutocracy, not a democracy, serving its privileged class exclusively at the expense of its ordinary citizens and residents. Duopoly governance rules. Two right wings comprise it. Elections are farcical when held. Ordinary people have no say whatever. Monied interests
Pentagon Intends Continued Aerial Operations in Syria De-Escalation Zones
by Steve Lendman / 1d
Pentagon Intends Continued Aerial Operations in Syria De-Escalation Zones by Stephen Lendman Washington wants endless war and regime change in Syria, not conflict resolution for peace and stability throughout the country. On Thursday, Russia, Iran and Turkey agreed on creating four de-escalation zones in the Syria, these nations serving as guarantors. Sergey Lavrov said America “proposed (the ide
Palestine's Mandela on Israel's Brutal Response to Mass Hunger Strike
by Steve Lendman / 1d
Palestine’s Mandela on Israel’s Brutal Response to Mass Hunger Strike by Stephen Lendman Marwan Barghouti is Palestine’s most popular and respected political figure - why Israel trumped up phony charges to imprison him for life, preventing him from becoming Palestinian president. If able to run in an open, free and fair process, he’d win overwhelmingly. Imprisonment prevents it. In a letter obtai
CODEPINK Activists Face Possible Imprisonment
by Steve Lendman / 1d
CODEPINK Activists Face Possible Imprisonment by Stephen Lendman Free expression and assembly in America are only safe if not sharply critical of its ruthless policies at home and abroad. On Wednesday, a federal district court found CODEPINK activists Desiree Fairooz, Tighe Barry, and Lenny Bianchi guilty of disorderly conduct for publicly opposing Jeff Sessions at his confirmation hearing. For e

MAY 05

House Passes New Sanctions on North Korea
by Steve Lendman / 2d
House Passes New Sanctions on North Korea by Stephen Lendman US-style diplomacy features sticks, not carrots, especially in dealings with sovereign independent governments it wants toppled - color revolutions and naked aggression its favorite strategies. On Thursday, House members passed the so-called Korea Interdiction and Modernization of Sanctions Act (HR 1644), strengthening existing sanction
Trump's First Foreign Travel as President
by Steve Lendman / 2d
Trump’s First Foreign Travel as President by Stephen Lendman His stops later this month will include Saudi Arabia, Israel, the Vatican, a NATO meeting in Brussels, and a G7 summit in Taormica, Sicily. On Thursday, he said he’ll meet with what he called “leaders from across the Muslim world” in Saudi Arabia - falsely claiming it’s to enlist cooperation in “combat(ing) terrorism and violence” Washi
House Passes Pay or Die Trumpcare
by Steve Lendman / 2d
House Passes Pay or Die Trumpcare by Stephen Lendman Obamacare was bad enough - a deplorable rationing scheme to enrich insurers, drug companies and large hospital chains. Trumpcare makes things far worse. Family subsidies to help low-income households without employer or VA coverage are slashed to $2,000 - $4,000, largely based on age. Insurers can charge older Americans up to five times more th
De-Escalation Zones in Syria: Hold the Cheers
by Steve Lendman / 2d
De-Escalation Zones in Syria: Hold the Cheers by Stephen Lendman On Thursday, Russia, Turkey and Iran signed a memorandum in Astana, Kazakhstan on establishing four de-escalation zones in Syria - these countries acting as guarantors. According to Tass , zones will be in “ Idlib province and some neighboring territories (Latakia, Hama and Aleppo) to the north of Homs, East Ghouta and some province
Fabricated HRW Report on CW Use in Syria
by Steve Lendman / 2d
Fabricated HRW Report on CW Use in Syria by Stephen Lendman Human Rights Watch’s latest report reads like a Pentagon press release - a despicable attempt to blame Syria for CW attacks it had nothing to do with. Claiming nonexistent evidence, it said at least four government CW attacks occurred in recent months. They’ve been NONE - toxic agents only used by ISIS, al Nusra and other US-supported te
Obama Endorses Macron
by Steve Lendman / 2d
Obama Endorses Macron by Stephen Lendman Meddling where he doesn’t belong is one of his many disreputable ways of operating as state and US senator, president and private citizen. His 2011 Asia pivot prioritized advancing America’s Pacific region military footprint aggressively - challenging China’s growing economic, political and military strength, along with checking Russia, pressuring regional

MAY 04

Abominable Trumpcare
by Steve Lendman / 3d
Abominable Trumpcare by Stephen Lendman Trump’s (Un)American Health Care Act is an abominable piece of legislation lawmakers should be ashamed to support. Enough GOP House votes seem set to pass and send it on to the Senate where its fate is unclear at this stage. An April Americans for Tax Fairness report headlined “Republican Health Care Repeal Plan: Tax Cuts for the Rich, Health Care Cuts for
NATO Commander Wants More US Forces to Counter Russia
by Steve Lendman / 3d
NATO Commander Wants More US Forces to Counter Russia by Stephen Lendman No nations threaten America, not Russia, North Korea or any others. Claims otherwise are Big Lies - a pretext for increased military spending along with fear-mongering to enlist public support. On Tuesday, NATO commander US General Curtis Scaparrotti said he needs more funding for an increased longterm military buildup in Eu
Israeli Occupation Viciousness: A Personal Story
by Steve Lendman / 3d
Israeli Occupation Viciousness: A Personal Story by Stephen Lendman The Palestinian Center for Human Rights (PCHR) explained the anguish of one of countless Palestinian victims. Mohammad Allain is a lawyer, an East Jerusalem resident. He deals exclusively with Israeli house demolition issues. He’s now dealing with his own, victimized by Israeli collective punishment. Recounting his story, he said
New Academic Report Reveals Likely Trumpcare Damage
by Steve Lendman / 3d
New Academic Report Reveals Likely Trumpcare Damage by Stephen Lendman Late Wednesday, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R. CA) said “(w)e have enough votes” to pass Trumpcare on Thursday. “It’ll pass,” he added. Earlier in the day, $8 billion was added to help cover individuals with pre-existing conditions - a meaningless amount providing too little help to matter. The measure faces strong o
Korean Peninsula Tensions Risk Boiling Over
by Steve Lendman / 3d
Korean Peninsula Tensions Risk Boiling Over by Stephen Lendman On Wednesday, addressing State Department staff , Rex Tillerson stressed “leaning hard” on China to pressure Pyongyang on denuclearizing the Korean peninsula “backed up by very strong (US) resolve…” “So it’s a pressure campaign…to lean into people” to go along with Washington’s agenda. “We’ve told them we’re watching what you’re doing
World's Leading Abuser of Women Appointed a UN CSW Member
by Steve Lendman / 3d
World’s Leading Abuser of Women Appointed a UN CSW Member by Stephen Lendman Saudi Arabia is the Arab world’s leading rogue state, a regional menace, supporting terrorism, abusing its own people ruthlessly, opposing fundamental rights for women. The US-led world community turns a blind eye, supporting what demands condemnation. On April 19, 47 UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) member-states
Deplorable Trump/Abbas Hyperbole
by Steve Lendman / 3d
Deplorable Trump/Abbas Hyperbole by Stephen Lendman Trump is a deep state captive, exclusively serving wealth, power and privilege, along with one-sidedly supporting Israel, uncaring about Palestinian rights. Abbas is a longstanding Israeli collaborator, anointed, not legitimately elected, a convenient puppet, a self-serving Judas goat, a hugely corrupt Palestinian Quisling, betraying his people

MAY 03

The Israeli/Palestinian Peace Process Hoax Redux
by Steve Lendman / 4d
The Israeli/Palestinian Peace Process Hoax Redux by Stephen Lendman Longtime Israeli collaborator Mahmoud Abbas met with Trump Wednesday at the White House - for the first time, maybe the last. He’s widely reviled by Palestinians for serving Israeli interests, not theirs. Ahead of their private meeting, Trump pressed him to do more to combat terrorism America supports. He wants stillborn Israeli/
Heading for War on the Korean Peninsula?
by Steve Lendman / 4d
Heading for War on the Korean Peninsula? by Stephen Lendman China, Russia, South Korea and Japan strongly want it avoided for obvious reasons. Trump’s rage for war risks what no responsible leader would tolerate. Attacking North Korea would be madness, endangering the entire region, especially if nuclear weapons are used. On May 2, China’s People’s Daily headlined “Responsible actions needed to e
Trump Declares May 1 Loyalty Day
by Steve Lendman / 4d
Trump Declares May 1 Loyalty Day by Stephen Lendman International Workers’ Day is commemorated worldwide annually on May 1 - except in America, where worker rights long ago were abandoned, corporate profit-making alone supported. Trump ignored what May Day signifies, proclaiming May 1 as Loyalty Day - insulting US workers, asking all Americans to pledge allegiance to what demands condemnation, sa
Elusive Conflict Resolution in Syria
by Steve Lendman / 4d
Elusive Conflict Resolution in Syria by Stephen Lendman Five years of Russian good faith efforts haven’t borne fruition. Conflict in Syria continues raging. Peace remains elusive. While Putin and Erdogan discussed Syria and other issues in Sochi, Russia, anti-Assad terrorists comprising the Western-sponsored Syrian National Coalition (SNC), an artificial construct, a rogue outlaw gang supporting
The Illusion of US Cooperating With Russia in Combating Terrorism
by Steve Lendman / 4d
The Illusion of US Cooperating With Russia in Combating Terrorism by Stephen Lendman America created and supports ISIS, al-Nusra and likeminded terrorist groups in Syria, the Middle East and elsewhere. No US cooperation with Russia exists in combating this scourge. Rhetorical promises or suggestions otherwise by Washington are meaningless. US preemptively waged wars aim to replace sovereign indep
New Hamas Charter
by Steve Lendman / 4d
New Hamas Charter by Stephen Lendman On Monday, Hamas announced it new charter , accepting a Palestinian state within June 1967 borders - while rejecting legitimacy of “the Zionist entity,” stating: It “rejects any alternative to the full and complete liberation of Palestine, from the (Jordan) river to the (Mediterranean) sea.” “However, without compromising its rejection of the Zionist entity an
Al-Qaeda Allied With US-Backed Forces in Yemen
by Steve Lendman / 4d
Al-Qaeda Allied With US-Backed Forces in Yemen by Stephen Lendman On May 2, the UK Independent headlined “Al-Qaeda claims it is ‘fighting alongside’ US-backed coalition forces in Yemen,” saying: Its leader in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) Qasim al-Rimi “said his fighters have worked with government-allied factions…toward their common goal of (defeating) the Houthi(s).” Though he didn’t elaborate o

MAY 02

Trump Seeking Change in Libel Laws?
by Steve Lendman / 5d
Trump Seeking Change in Libel Laws? by Stephen Lendman To win defamation lawsuits, plaintiffs must prove falsified statements or information - causing material harm either negligently or willfully. A thin line at times separates free expression from defamation in America. Slander and libel laws are more defendant-friendly than the other way around. At the same time, false statements or informatio
US Coup Plot Wants Venezuela's Government Toppled
by Steve Lendman / 5d
US Coup Plot Wants Venezuela’s Government Toppled by Stephen Lendman Since Hugo Chavez’s February 1999 ascension to power, Washington wanted Venezuela’s bad old days restored - fascism replacing Bolivarian social democratic freedoms. Multiple attempts failed to remove Chavez and Nicolas Maduro. For weeks, US-orchestrated street violence again rages, along with economic war since Maduro’s April 20
Michael Moore on Broadway
by Steve Lendman / 5d
Michael Moore on Broadway by Stephen Lendman Say it isn’t so. The Great White Way theater district may never be the same again. Starting with a July preview, he’ll open on August 10 for 12 weeks, railing eight times a week in a solo production he calls “The Terms of My Surrender,” asking: “Can a Broadway show bring down a sitting president?” - adding: “To unseat a president, it will take an act o
Putin/Merkel Meeting
by Steve Lendman / 5d
Putin/Merkel Meeting by Stephen Lendman At a time of US responsibility for dismal East/West relations, Angela Merkel will meet one-on-one with Vladimir Putin in Sochi, Russia on Tuesday for the first time in two years. According to the Kremlin press service, both leaders will discuss “ key international problems, including the fight against terrorism, the situation in the Middle East, and the imp
Upcoming Erdogan Meetings with Putin and Trump
by Steve Lendman / 5d
Upcoming Erdogan Meetings with Putin and Trump by Stephen Lendman After consolidating dictatorial powers by a manipulated referendum, a process OSCE observers said “fell short” of international standards, citing numerous irregularities, Erdogan will meet with Vladimir Putin Wednesday in Sochi, Russia, followed by a May 16-17 meeting with Trump in Washington. He’s part of the geopolitical landscap
The NYT Joins the Fake News Chorus Accusing Russia of French Election Meddling
by Steve Lendman / 5d
The NYT Joins the Fake News Chorus Accusing Russia of French Election Meddling by Stephen Lendman No evidence suggests Russian interference with US, French or other elections. Reality doesn’t stand in the way of false accusations - part of deplorable Russia bashing. The NYT supports virtually every tinpot despot Washington considers a valued ally, while deploring independent democrats it opposes.

MAY 01

McMaster Threatens North Korea
by Steve Lendman / 6d
McMaster Threatens North Korea by Stephen Lendman Trump, Tillerson and now National Security Advisor McMaster threatened war on North Korea - madness if Washington launches it. The USS Carl Vinson strike group is conducting military exercises with South Korean and Japanese warships in international waters off the Korean peninsula - a reckless provocation Pyongyang believes is preparation for war.
WaPo Big Lies About Russian Meddling in Western Elections
by Steve Lendman / 6d
WaPo Big Lies About Russian Meddling in Western Elections by Stephen Lendman The neocon Washington Post is a CIA house organ. Owner Jeff Bezos is bought, paid for and owned by dark forces running America. He got a $600 million CIA contract for much more than Amazon Web Services. He publishes what his CIA masters dictate - all fake news all the time on issues mattering most. In November 2013, he s
UNESCO Resolution on Occupied Palestine
by Steve Lendman / 6d
UNESCO Resolution on Occupied Palestine by Stephen Lendman A scheduled May 2 executive board vote is expected to adopt it, coinciding with Israel’s so-called independence day - the Palestinian Nakba. UNESCO says its resolution aims to safeguard “the cultural heritage of Palestine and the distinctive character of East Jerusalem.” It rightfully calls Israeli control of Jerusalem “illegal” and “null
Russia's Futile Outreach to Washington
by Steve Lendman / 6d
Russia’s Futile Outreach to Washington by Stephen Lendman Russia knows Washington’s adversarial relations remain longstanding under Republicans or Democrats. Occasional more conciliatory-sounding rhetoric is subterfuge. America’s deep state wants regime change, Russian sovereignty eliminated, the country transformed into another US vassal state, balkanized for easier control, its resources looted
Trump on His First 100 Days
by Steve Lendman / 6d
Trump on His First Hundred Days by Stephen Lendman He took credit for what demands condemnation in a ghost-written Washington Post op-ed, addressing supporters in Harrisburg, PA, and Sunday on CBS News Face the Nation . Virtually nothing about his tenure warrants praise. His performance as president and commander-in-chief of America’s military has been dismal and hugely dangerous - world peace th
Israel Commemorates Its Theft of Palestine
by Steve Lendman / 6d
Israel Commemorates Its Theft of Palestine by Stephen Lendman Israel is a warrior state, a serial aggressor, a regional and global menace - unaccountable for decades of high crimes against peace. Its creation and existence cost countless Palestinian lives lost, hundreds of thousands imprisoned for political reasons, and daily illegal occupation viciousness. On Sunday, Israel commemorated its annu
North Korea Blasts Rogue State Israel
by Steve Lendman / 6d
North Korea Blasts Rogue State Israel by Stephen Lendman Contrast the two countries. North Korea never attacked another nation throughout its history. In June 1950, it responded to South Korea’s aggression, Truman’s war. Israel wages permanent war on Palestine, terror-bombs Syria and Lebanon at its discretion. Which country poses a greater threat to world peace, stability and security? Which one

APR 30

Russia Restores Flight Safety Memorandum on Syria Air Operations
by Steve Lendman / 7d
Russia Restores Flight Safety Memorandum with US on Syria Air Operations by Stephen Lendman According to Sputnik News , Russia restored the 2015 agreement, suspended after Trump’s April 7 aggression. He lawlessly OK’d the terror-bombing of Syria’s Shayrat air base - on the phony pretext of Assad allegedly authorizing the April 4 Khan Sheikhoun CW attack he had nothing to do with. Citing Izvestia,
US Aegis Ashore Anti-Missile System Violates INF Treaty
by Steve Lendman / 7d
US Aegis Ashore Anti-Missile System Violates INF Treaty by Stephen Lendman On Saturday, Russia’s Foreign Ministry called Washington’s Eastern European deployment a flagrant INF violation, saying: “The United States has deployed Aegis Ashore anti-missile systems at its base in Romania, and plans…another such system in Poland.” “(They) incorporate vertical launch systems similar to Mk-41 universal
Trump's Op-Ed Big Lies
by Steve Lendman / 7d
Trump’s Op-Ed Big Lies by Stephen Lendman All politicians lie! Believe nothing they say! Rare exceptions prove the rule! Trump is America’s Liar-in-Chief - a billionaire businessman, now dirty politician! In a Washington Post op-ed, commemorating his first 100 days in office, he lied claiming he kept promises made to Americans. Trump: “One hundred days ago, I took the oath of office and made a pl
Trump v. FDR's First Hundred Days
by Steve Lendman / 7d
Trump v. FDR’s First Hundred Days by Stephen Lendman On Friday, Trump ludicrously called his first 100 days “the most successful in our country’s history.” Arguably, they’re the worst. Truth-telling isn’t his long suit. He’s best known for bluster, bombast, demagoguery, and turning truth on its head, along with breaking every positive promise made. His deplorable first 100 days suggest more of th
Trump's Op-Ed Big Lies
by Steve Lendman / 7d
Trump’s Op-Ed Big Lies by Stephen Lendman All politicians lie! Believe nothing they say! Rare exceptions prove the rule! Trump is America’s Liar-in-Chief - a billionaire businessman, now dirty politician! In a Washington Post op-ed, commemorating his first 100 days in office, he lied claiming he kept promises made to Americans. Trump: “One hundred days ago, I took the oath of office and made a pl
Le Pen Is Right About Disastrous Euro Policy
by Steve Lendman / 7d
Le Pen Is Right About Disastrous Euro Policy by Stephen Lendman Campaigning ahead of next Sunday’s French presidential runoff, Le Pen pronounced the euro currency “dead,” saying: “We need to control the currency, to adjust it to the economy, because today the single currency is a burden.” It benefits “big companies engaged in international trade.” It gives Brussels control over French monetary an
Trump Is Right About Major Media Fake News
by Steve Lendman / 7d
Trump Is Right About Major Media Fake News by Stephen Lendman Deplorable media scoundrels deliver all fake news, all the time, on domestic and geopolitical issues mattering most. Especially in times of war like now, journalism the way it should be is the first casualty - truth-telling considered anathema. Disinformation and Big Lies substitute. So-called television news is an abomination, an emba

APR 29

Fake News About Russia Sending Weapons to Taliban
by Steve Lendman / 8d
Fake News About Russia Sending Weapons to Taliban by Stephen Lendman It would be fitting justice if the report was true. Taliban roots go back to CIA-recruited, armed and supported Mujahideen fighters against Afghanistan’s Soviet occupiers in the 1980s. Ronald Reagan called them “the moral equivalent of our founding fathers.” Today, they’re one of America’s mortal enemies. Yesterday’s Mujahideen
Le Pen's Pro-Palestinian PM Choice
by Steve Lendman / 8d
Le Pen’s Pro-Palestinian PM Choice by Stephen Lendman Ahead of the May 7 French presidential runoff, Marine Le Pen chose defeated Debout la France (Arise France) presidential candidate Nicolas Dupont-Aignan as her prime minister if elected. He’s ideologically right-wing like herself. With him at a Saturday news conference, she said “(w)e will form a government of national unity that brings togeth
Trump Supports Terrorism
by Steve Lendman / 8d
Trump Supports Terrorism by Stephen Lendman America is history’s greatest perpetrator of state-sponsored terrorism. Its so-called war on this scourge is a fabricated hoax. Its sordid record is longstanding, including: genocidal war on Native Americans - continuing today against their culture and traditions; enslavement of Black Africans; its deplorable history of racism and Islamophobia - includi
Tillerson Threatens North Korea
by Steve Lendman / 8d
Tillerson Threatens North Korea by Stephen Lendman America favors bullying over responsible diplomatic outreach, lying over truth-telling, dominance over mutual cooperation, war over peace. Addressing Security Council members on Friday, Secretary of State Tillerson turned truth on its head, claiming years of US “well-intentioned diplomatic efforts to halt (North Korea’s nuclear and ballistic miss
China and Russia Prioritize Korean Peninsula Denuclearization, Peace and Stability
by Steve Lendman / 8d
China and Russia Prioritize Korean Peninsula Denuclearization, Peace and Stability by Stephen Lendman During Friday’s Security Council session on North Korea, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed views far different from his US counterpart. He stressed peace and stability through outreach, diplomacy and dialogue toward the goal of a denuclearized Korean peninsula. Tillerson threatened war i
US Troops Deployed Along Syrian/Turkish Border
by Steve Lendman / 8d
US Troops Deployed Along Syrian/Turkish Border by Stephen Lendman Hundreds of US forces operate illegally in Syrian territory without government permission. They’re allied with ISIS, Al Nusra, likeminded terrorists and Kurdish YPG fighters, supported by Pentagon terror-bombing of infrastructure and government sites - on the phony pretext of combatting ISIS America created and supports. According

APR 28

100 US Senators Want Israeli High Crimes Suppressed
by Steve Lendman / 9d
100 US Senators Want Israeli High Crimes Suppressed by Stephen Lendman In an April 27 letter to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, all US senators demanded the world body ignore Israeli high crimes, calling truth-telling “anti-Semiti(c).” “Too often, the UN is exploited as a vehicle for targeting Israel,” they said. Fact: Much more needs to be done to hold Israel accountable for high crimes o
Cashing In: Obama's Post-Presidency Bonanza
by Steve Lendman / 9d
Cashing In: Obama’s Post-Presidency Bonanza by Stephen Lendman The benefits of being a former US president are limitless. Most former incumbents take full advantage. Obama is using his political celebrity to cash in hugely. He moved into a reported $5.3 million, 8,200-square foot luxury mansion, two miles from the White House. He spent weeks vacationing in Tahiti, including aboard a $300 million
Trump's Deplorable First 100 Days
by Steve Lendman / 9d
Trump’s Deplorable First 100 Days by Stephen Lendman Saturday, April 29, is his 100th day in office. He’s off to a deplorable start, the worst likely ahead. A White House press release (WHPR) turned truth on its head, praising what demands condemnation. WHPR: Trump prioritized “putting America first (and) protecting national security…” Fact: He’s consistently put America first for its wealthy, po
China v. US on North Korea
by Steve Lendman / 9d
China v. US on North Korea by Stephen Lendman On April 26, a Trump administration statement said he “ aims to pressure North Korea into dismantling its nuclear, ballistic missile, and proliferation programs by tightening economic sanctions and pursuing diplomatic measures with our Allies and regional partners.” Instead of a military option, it said he seeks dialogue and diplomacy to achieve “peac
Liberte, Egalite, Fraternite in France?
by Steve Lendman / 9d
Liberte, Egalite, Fraternite in France? by Stephen Lendman Its deplorable policies belie its national motto - first declared during its 1789 - 99 revolution, overthrowing monarchal rule, establishing the First French Republic in 1792. When the 1848 Constitution was drafted, it was considered a “principle of the Republic.” July 14, Bastille Day, represents transferring power from the monarchy to t
Most House Democrats Support Medicare for All
by Steve Lendman / 9d
Most House Democrats Support Medicare for All by Stephen Lendman Healthcare is a fundamental human right - not a commodity to be sold for maximum profits, based on the ability to pay, the deplorable way America’s system works. On January 24, Rep. John Conyers introduced HR 676: Expanded & Improved Medicare For All Act. Referred to committee for consideration, it calls for providing “comprehensive
Grand Jury Investigated Hillary
by Steve Lendman / 9d
Grand Jury Investigated Hillary by Stephen Lendman According to Judicial Watch (JW), newly released State Department documents revealed she “was the subject of a grand jury investigation related to her BlackBerry email accounts.” Released information followed JW’s lawsuit, “seeking to force Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to take steps to ‘recover emails of former Secretary of State Hillary Clin

APR 27

Trump's Tax Cut Giveaway for Monied Interests
by Steve Lendman / 10d
Trump’s Tax Cut Giveaway for Monied Interests by Stephen Lendman Trump proved he’s a reliable imperial/corporate/privileged class tool. Nearing his 100th day in office on Saturday, a White House statement turned truth on its head, saying: He “has taken bold action to restore prosperity, keep Americans safe and secure, and hold government accountable.” “At an historic pace, this President has enac
Trump Reneges on Abandoning NAFTA
by Steve Lendman / 10d
Trump Reneges on Abandoning NAFTA by Stephen Lendman On Wednesday, the White House said Trump will renegotiate what he once called “one of the worst deals ever.” Twenty years after its 1994 enactment, Global Trade Watch director Lori Wallach said she “remember(ed) crying” on the day NAFTA took effect - January 1, 1994. “Not only did promises made by NAFTA’s proponents not materialize, but many re
Russia Condemns Israeli Aggression and Al-Qaeda-Linked White Helmets
by Steve Lendman / 10d
Russia Condemns Israeli Aggression and Al-Qaeda-Linked White Helmets by Stephen Lendman Commenting on Israel’s overnight aggression near the Damascus international airport, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said: “ Moscow condemns acts of aggression against Syria and regards them as impermissible and running counter to international law.” “We are urging all to respect the sover
Shift in Trump Policy on North Korea
by Steve Lendman / 10d
Shift in Trump Policy on North Korea by Stephen Lendman Following heavy-handed threats, saber-rattling, and Wednesday’s administration meeting with all Senate members, a joint statement by Defense Secretary Mattis, Director of National Intelligence Coates and Secretary of State Tillerson announced a shift in US policy toward North Korea. On the one hand, it called Pyongyang’s “pursuit of nuclear
Much Rides on Outcome of French Election
by Steve Lendman / 10d
Much Rides on Outcome of French Election by Stephen Lendman Establishment favorite Emmanuel Macron is heavily favored to win. He supports continuity, dirty business as usual. French aristocracy love him. Its power elites back him against Le Pen, wanting national sovereignty regained from Brussels control, including over its monetary and fiscal policies. According to Center for Comprehensive Europ
Israeli Aggression on Syria
by Steve Lendman / 10d
Israeli Aggression on Syria by Stephen Lendman Israel partners with US regime change plans - wanting Assad ousted, pro-Western puppet governance replacing Syrian sovereign independence. A life-and-death struggle continues. Russia’s position remains firm. It’s committed to combat and defeat the scourge of terrorism. On Wednesday, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Putin “ believes that the futur

APR 26

West Ignores Russia's Proposals to Combat Terrorism
by Steve Lendman / 11d
West Ignores Russia’s Proposals to Combat Terrorism by Stephen Lendman Russia is committed to combat and defeat the scourge America, NATO, Turkey, Israel, Saudi Arabia and their rogue allies support. According to its General Staff chief Gen. Valery Gerasimov, US-led Western countries ignore “ our proposals to pool efforts in the struggle against international terrorism.” “Since 2015, Russia has b
Trump's Disturbing Toughness on Iran
by Steve Lendman / 11d
Trump’s Disturbing Toughness on Iran by Stephen Lendman In his quarterly report to Congress on whether Iran is complying with the 2015 nuclear deal, Trump intervened to get Secretary of State Tillerson to toughen his comments. Along with affirming Tehran’s compliance with JCPOA terms, he disgracefully accused its government of being “a state sponsor of terror through many platforms and methods.”
Israel Aids ISIS
by Steve Lendman / 11d
Israel Aids ISIS by Stephen Lendman Washington created and supports ISIS, along with other anti-government terrorists in Syria and elsewhere. NATO, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and other regional rogue states supply them with weapons and other material support. So does Israel. In June 2015, the Times of Israel quoted former Israeli defense minister Moshe Ya’alon, saying “(w)e’ve assisted (anti-gov
Fake News About Russian French Election Meddling
by Steve Lendman / 11d
Fake News About Russian French Election Meddling by Stephen Lendman Claims about Russian US election hacking were fabricated. No evidence exists suggesting it. Accusations without it are groundless. Media scoundrels repeat them anyway, abandoning responsible journalism, serving as press agents for power. Indisputable evidence proves America routinely interferes in elections worldwide. It ruthless
Netanyahu Snubs German Foreign Minister
by Steve Lendman / 11d
Netanyahu Snubs German Foreign Minister by Stephen Lendman On Tuesday, Netanyahu cancelled his scheduled meeting with German Foreign Minister/Vice Chancellor Sigmar Gabriel because he intended to meet with Breaking the Silence and B’Tselem - groups critical of Israeli ruthlessness. Gabriel said “(i)t’s difficult for me to imagine that the meeting will be canceled, because this would be very regre
Trump Talks Tough on North Korea
by Steve Lendman / 11d
Trump Talks Tough on North Korea by Stephen Lendman On Monday, he called on Security Council members to impose “stronger sanctions” on North Korea, heightening tensions by claiming the DPRK “is a real threat to the world…and it’s 
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