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US Accuses China of Seeking to Build a “Military Base” in El Salvador Commercial Port

Claims of Chinese military activity in Central America should be taken with a grain of salt, at the very least, given the right-wing political forces and pro-U.S. business circles that are levying the accusations.

Elliott Gabriel
By Elliott Gabriel
US Accuses China of Seeking to Build a “Military Base” in El Salvador Commercial Port

Claims of Chinese military activity in Central America should be taken with a grain of salt, at the very least, given the right-wing political forces and pro-U.S. business circles that are levying the accusations.

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Russian and Israeli Officials Meet in Jerusalem, Spark New Round of Corporate Media Rumors

The meeting was reportedly held after a short notice visit, ordered by Russian President Vladimir Putin.

SouthFront
By SouthFront
Russian and Israeli Officials Meet in Jerusalem, Spark New Round of Corporate Media Rumors

The meeting was reportedly held after a short notice visit, ordered by Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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Saudis and UAE Paid Extras to Protest Qatar in Attempt to Spoil Emir’s UK Visit

According to emails sent to prospective members of the “rent-a-mob” by a company called Extra People, participants would be paid $25 to protest from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm outside the gates of Downing Street during a meeting between the Arab ruler and U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May.

Elliott Gabriel
By Elliott Gabriel
Saudis and UAE Paid Extras to Protest Qatar in Attempt to Spoil Emir’s UK Visit

According to emails sent to prospective members of the “rent-a-mob” by a company called Extra People, participants would be paid $25 to protest from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm outside the gates of Downing Street during a meeting between the Arab ruler and U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May.

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Israel Downs Syrian Jet Targeting Israeli-Backed Rebels in the Golan Heights

Any effort made by Israel to halt the Syrian advance may have come too late, as reports have surfaced that rebels in the area have already announced their intention to surrender to Syrian forces.

Whitney Webb
By Whitney Webb
Israel Downs Syrian Jet Targeting Israeli-Backed Rebels in the Golan Heights

Any effort made by Israel to halt the Syrian advance may have come too late, as reports have surfaced that rebels in the area have already announced their intention to surrender to Syrian forces.

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Saudi Arabia Teams Up with the UK to Kill Off Al Jazeera

“A channel is a very economical way to influence people. Bang for your buck, it’s much cheaper than guns. It is about controlling the discourse, and for Saudis about being in charge.”

Dr. James M. Dorsey
By Dr. James M. Dorsey
Saudi Arabia Teams Up with the UK to Kill Off Al Jazeera

“A channel is a very economical way to influence people. Bang for your buck, it’s much cheaper than guns. It is about controlling the discourse, and for Saudis about being in charge.”

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The Serbian Arms-Maker and the Syrian War

Robert Fisk confronts the Serbian weapons manufacturer ostensibly behind the weapons shipped to extremist groups in Syria via Saudi Arabia and her allies.

Robert Fisk
By Robert Fisk
The Serbian Arms-Maker and the Syrian War

Robert Fisk confronts the Serbian weapons manufacturer ostensibly behind the weapons shipped to extremist groups in Syria via Saudi Arabia and her allies.

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Yemen Close to Famine After Port Offensive, Aid Groups Warn

The war has caused the world’s most urgent humanitarian crisis, with 22 million Yemenis dependent on aid.

Middle East Monitor
By Middle East Monitor

The war has caused the world’s most urgent humanitarian crisis, with 22 million Yemenis dependent on aid.

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