Israel, Gaza, and the Struggle for Oil
Discord in the Middle East is usually presented as a struggle over land, but the underlying factor has always been oil.
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Oil, War, and Patriotism
Excerpt from the book War Made Invisible: How America Hides the Human Toll of Its Military Machine.
Gun Law Before Supreme Court Most Often Used as a Deterrent
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What Can Israel Do Now?
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?
Israel Steps Up Pressure on Gaza Despite Growing Criticism
Concern for hostages and the impact of fighting on civilians fail to slow Israeli attacks in Gaza.
The Shifting Sands of the Middle East: What’s Next for Israel, Hamas, and Iran?
The enigma of recent geopolitical events—from rising global terror threats to the uncertain future of Gaza and the limitations of Middle East accords.
Israel-Gaza War: Who Benefits?
We need context for understanding and solving the unfolding tragedy.
The Invisible Frontlines: Israel’s Secret War Against a Nuclear Iran
Israel’s clandestine efforts to thwart Iran’s nuclear ambitions are reshaping the Middle East in unexpected ways.
The Real Cost of Ukraine
What happens to Ukraine is more important to America than most people realize. American aid costs less than abandoning the country to be defeated by Putin.
Audio and Video Calls Are Coming to Twitter/X: Musk
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Perpetual War… Invisible War
Norman Solomon discusses the invisible wars the US has been waging for decades, their impact on society, and the role of the media in its perpetuation.
The War in Ukraine Isn’t Over, but Many Refugees Are Coming Home
Many Ukrainian refugees have decided to return home, despite ongoing risks to their safety and practical struggles like electricity blackouts and internet outages.