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Betar: the Far-Right Hate Group Helping Trump Deport Israel’s Critics

Betar US, a far-right pro-Israel group with a history of terrorism and incitement, is pushing to deport critics of Israel. Working closely with the Trump admin, it’s now targeting activists like Columbia’s Mahmoud Khalil. Alan Macleod investigates.

Alan Macleod
By Alan Macleod
Betar

A far-right, pro-Israel group with a history of support for terror and genocide is working closely with the Trump administration, preparing dossiers on thousands of pro-Palestine figures it wants deported from the United States. Betar U.S. is known to have had several meetings with senior government officials and has claimed credit for the arrest

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Damascus Targets All but Israel as Border Crisis Deepens

As Damascus turns its guns on Lebanon and minority communities, Israeli strikes go unanswered and Syrian civilians pay the price.

Robert Inlakesh
By Robert Inlakesh
Syria Lebanon Border Clashes Feature photo

Since the seizure of Damascus by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) on Dec. 8, 2024, thousands of Syrians have been killed across the country. Instead of confronting Israeli aggression and further land grabs in the nation’s south, Syria’s de facto President, Ahmed al-Shara’a, has directed his fire at Lebanon instead. On March 17, fighters affiliated

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Fighting For Empire: Conor McGregor’s Far-Right Makeover

Conor McGregor’s far-right pivot: from UFC star to Israel loyalist, Trump ally and anti-immigration crusader.

Alan Macleod
By Alan Macleod
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Conor McGregor was the Trump administration’s guest of honor at the White House St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. The Irish mixed martial arts champion used the opportunity to promote right-wing, anti-immigration policies for his homeland. “It’s about time that America is made aware of what’s going on in Ireland. What is going on in Ireland is a

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Trump’s Attacks on Yemen Will Cost US Taxpayers Billions​

Trump’s Yemen war is draining U.S. taxpayers—billions burned, no wins in sight.

Robert Inlakesh
By Robert Inlakesh
Yemen Trump Cost Feature photo

While U.S. President Donald Trump announces that Yemen’s Ansar Allah will be “completely annihilated,” he is racking up costs for the American taxpayer, using a strategy that failed under the Biden administration for more than a year. Instead of pressuring Israel to allow aid to reach Gaza, the White House has declared war. In October 2023, the

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New Conservative Argument: Cut US Aid to Protect Israel’s Reputation

The Heritage Foundation’s proposal to reduce American military assistance is not about abandoning Israel—but ensuring it isn’t seen as a dependent state.

Robert Inlakesh
By Robert Inlakesh
Israel aid

In the early hours of March 18, 2025, Israeli airstrikes shattered a fragile ceasefire in Gaza, resulting in over 400 Palestinian deaths, including many children. This tragic escalation will likely intensify global scrutiny of U.S. military aid to Israel, especially as conservative voices within the United States are already beginning to question

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How Miami Beach Became a Lab for Pro-Israel Censorship Laws

A campaign to punish a small independent theater for screening No Other Land is just the latest move in Miami Beach’s growing crackdown on Palestine solidarity, making the city a model for nationwide suppression.

Robert Inlakesh
By Robert Inlakesh
Miami Beach Israel

Despite winning an Oscar, the Israeli-Palestinian-made film No Other Land cannot be found on any streaming platforms in the United States, making independent cinemas the only places to view it. However, in Miami Beach, even featuring the film will get you labeled an antisemite and kicked out of the city. Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner, who is

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