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Archives for May 2023

Prophets of Doom: Henry Kissinger and the ‘Intellectual’ Decline of the West

Kissinger has been elevated to a visionary for his views on the war in Ukraine. But those views are outdated and dangerous and reflect a Cold War mindset that is no longer relevant in the 21st century, argues Ramzy Baroud.

Ramzy Baroud
By Ramzy Baroud
Kissinger Russia Ukraine War Feature photo

It is unclear why 100-year-old Henry Kissinger has been elevated by the Western intelligentsia to serve the role of the visionary in how the West should behave in response to the Russia-Ukraine war. But does the centenarian politician have the answers? Every major global conflict that involved the US and its NATO allies in the past had its

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“Not On Our Dime”: Why Democrats Are Finally Challenging Israel

The United States’ supposed ‘unbreakable bond’ with Tel Aviv is faltering, though more in language than in deeds.

Ramzy Baroud
By Ramzy Baroud
Not On Our Dime!’: Why US Democrats Are Finally Challenging Israel Feature photo

Though the United States remains a strong supporter of Israel, there are some indications that the supposed 'unbreakable bond' with Tel Aviv is faltering, though more in language than in deeds. Following the provocative ‘Flag March’ on May 18, which is carried out annually by Israeli Jewish extremists in the Occupied Palestinian city of East

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The Fight To Free Julian Assange, with Kevin Gosztola

Uncover the truth behind Julian Assange’s detainment and the US government’s escalating attacks on WikiLeaks in this eye-opening interview with Kevin Gosztola, shedding light on the invaluable information exposed by WikiLeaks and the potential collapse of a secretive system.

Lowkey
By Lowkey
Feature Art Kevin Gostazala

The MintPress podcast “The Watchdog,” hosted by British-Iraqi hip hop artist Lowkey, closely examines organizations about which it is in the public interest to know – including intelligence, lobby, and special interest groups influencing policies that infringe on free speech and target dissent. The Watchdog goes against the grain by casting a light

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Flag March: The Annual Israeli Display of Jewish Supremacy

The annual display of Jewish Supremacy in Palestine, known as the Flag March, is part of a campaign of intimidation in cities around the country that have a significant Palestinian population.

Miko Peled
By Miko Peled
Jerusalem Day Flag march Feature photo

The annual display of Jewish Supremacy in Palestine, known as the Flag March, is not limited to the Old City of Jerusalem. It is part of a campaign of intimidation in cities around the country that have a significant Palestinian population. This year this racist, violent display of supremacy took place in Jerusalem, Yafa ad El-Lyd.   The

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Led by China and India: The Global South Is Trying To Fix the UN

As the world shifts away from Western dominance, China demands substantive reforms to the UN Security Council, challenging the archaic power structure and advocating for fair representation, signaling a crucial moment for global diplomacy and the future of the UN.

Ramzy Baroud
By Ramzy Baroud
UN General Assembly China Feature photo

In anticipation of next month's United Nations Security Council talks on reforming the inherently archaic and dysfunctional political body, China’s foreign policy chief, Yang Yi, stated his country's demands. “The reform of the Security Council should uphold fairness and justice, increase the representation and voice of developing countries,

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Chris Hedges on Weapons to Ukraine, Military buildup to China and Pentagon Spending

Join MintCast hosts Mnar Adley and Alan MacLeod to discuss Washington’s permanent drive to war with author and Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Chris Hedges.

Mnar Adley
Alan Macleod
By Mnar Adley
And Alan Macleod
MintCast Chris Hedges Feature photo

The war in Ukraine is well into its second year, and the United States is insistent on pumping billions more into the quagmire that has already seen thousands of lives lost and millions displaced. The U.S. has already approved more than $113 billion in aid to Ukraine, most of which is weaponry. This year, President Biden has earmarked a

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