Amid Rubble and Tears, a Glimmer of Hope: The Real Heroes in Syria and Türkiye

Amidst the tragedy of the devastating earthquake in Syria and Türkiye, the heroism of those who save lives and offer support amid unimaginable odds serves as a reminder of the abundant humanity so often overlooked in the region.

Ramzy Baroud
By Ramzy Baroud
Amid Rubble and Tears, a Glimmer of Hope: The Real Heroes in Syria and Türkiye

Amidst the tragedy of the devastating earthquake in Syria and Türkiye, the heroism of those who save lives and offer support amid unimaginable odds serves as a reminder of the abundant humanity so often overlooked in the region.

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Chris Hedges: Rage Against The War Machine Speech

On Feb. 19, 2023, Chris Hedges spoke at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC at a bipartisan anti-war rally called “Rage Against the War Machine.” Hedges was joined by prominent anti-war figures on the political left and right, drawing ire from some on both sides and making apparent the ever-growing schism that has come to characterize modern Americana. Here is the text of his speech in its entirety.

Chris Hedges
By Chris Hedges
Chris Hedges: Rage Against The War Machine Speech

On Feb. 19, 2023, Chris Hedges spoke at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC at a bipartisan anti-war rally called “Rage Against the War Machine.” Hedges was joined by prominent anti-war figures on the political left and right, drawing ire from some on both sides and making apparent the ever-growing schism that has come to characterize modern Americana. Here is the text of his speech in its entirety.

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Active ‘Neutrality’: Why Is Israel Struggling to Maintain a Coherent Position in Russia, Ukraine?

The future will further reveal Tel Aviv’s role in the Russian-Ukraine war. However, what is quite clear for now is that Israel is no longer a neutral party, even if Tel Aviv continues to repeat such claims. 

Ramzy Baroud
By Ramzy Baroud
Active ‘Neutrality’: Why Is Israel Struggling to Maintain a Coherent Position in Russia, Ukraine?

The future will further reveal Tel Aviv’s role in the Russian-Ukraine war. However, what is quite clear for now is that Israel is no longer a neutral party, even if Tel Aviv continues to repeat such claims. 

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Israeli Far Right Ramping Up Violence Against Palestinian Prisoners, Human Rights Defenders

Israel is engaging in a strategy to “Judaize” East Jerusalem, the Galilee and the Naqab to make the areas more attractive to Jewish residents, with the hope of forcing Palestinians out.

Miko Peled
By Miko Peled
Israeli Far Right Ramping Up Violence Against Palestinian Prisoners, Human Rights Defenders

Israel is engaging in a strategy to “Judaize” East Jerusalem, the Galilee and the Naqab to make the areas more attractive to Jewish residents, with the hope of forcing Palestinians out.

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A Month’s Notice: Why Burkina Faso Ordered French Troops out of the Country

Burkina Faso has officially cut ties with France and, like many African nations, has aligned with Russia as global power dynamics shift away from the Western sphere.

Ramzy Baroud
By Ramzy Baroud
A Month’s Notice: Why Burkina Faso Ordered French Troops out of the Country

Burkina Faso has officially cut ties with France and, like many African nations, has aligned with Russia as global power dynamics shift away from the Western sphere.

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Israel’s War on Gaza: From Inhuman Weapon Experiments to Political Experiments on Palestinians

Though Israeli wars on Gaza are much riskier nowadays compared to the past, a cornered and embattled Netanyahu could still resort to such a scenario if he feels that it could salvage his embattled leadership.

Ramzy Baroud
By Ramzy Baroud
Israel’s War on Gaza: From Inhuman Weapon Experiments to Political Experiments on Palestinians

Though Israeli wars on Gaza are much riskier nowadays compared to the past, a cornered and embattled Netanyahu could still resort to such a scenario if he feels that it could salvage his embattled leadership.

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The US is Legitimizing Jewish Terrorism Against Palestinians

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken’s recent visit to Palestine offered a paltry aid package to Palestinians and a gift to Israel’s far-right in the form of the removal of the Jewish Defense League from the State Department’s list of terrorist organizations.

Miko Peled
By Miko Peled
The US is Legitimizing Jewish Terrorism Against Palestinians

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken’s recent visit to Palestine offered a paltry aid package to Palestinians and a gift to Israel’s far-right in the form of the removal of the Jewish Defense League from the State Department’s list of terrorist organizations.

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