
Attack in Moscow Marks the Return of ISIS
The attack against a concert hall in Moscow’s suburbs raises questions about Putin and the effectiveness of Russia’s intelligence organizations.
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The attack against a concert hall in Moscow’s suburbs raises questions about Putin and the effectiveness of Russia’s intelligence organizations.
Seismic shifts in global politics: wars escalate, authoritarianism rises, and democracy faces its toughest test in today’s turbulent world.
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Exploring the complexities of US military engagements in Iraq and Syria, from destroying ISIS to the challenges posed by Iran and Israel.
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Discord in the Middle East is usually presented as a struggle over land, but the underlying factor has always been oil.
Excerpt from the book War Made Invisible: How America Hides the Human Toll of Its Military Machine.
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With more than 10,000 civilians killed in Israel’s assault on Gaza, the pressure on Israel to stop is overwhelming. What happens when the fighting ends?
Concern for hostages and the impact of fighting on civilians fail to slow Israeli attacks in Gaza.
The enigma of recent geopolitical events—from rising global terror threats to the uncertain future of Gaza and the limitations of Middle East accords.
We need context for understanding and solving the unfolding tragedy.