By Martin Conway | (The Conversation) | – – Just as during the German invasions of 1914 and 1940, war, it seems, is coming to France through Belgium. If one follows the logic of the statements of various French political leaders since the bloody attacks in Paris on November 13, Belgium has become the base […]
Archives for November 2015
In Bipartisan display of Bigotry, 47 Democrats Join with House GOP to Refuse Syrian Refugees
By Jon Queally, staff writer | (Commondreams.org) | – – “Not much is bipartisan these days, but apparently bigotry is something both sides of the aisle can come together on.” “Speaker Ryan and this un-American bill’s supporters falsely claim it will simply pause U.S. resettlement of refugees,” said Karin Johanson of the ACLU. “In fact, […]
US think tank says Israel has around 115 nuclear weapons
Ma’an News Agency | – – BETHLEHEM (Ma’an) — A Washington-based think tank published a study Friday reporting Israel’s possession of around 115 nuclear weapons, despite the country’s ongoing policy of ambiguity regarding its nuclear capacities. According to the report by the Institute for Science and International Security (ISIS), Israel has produced 660 Kg of […]
“For Paris” on Russian Missiles hitting Syria as ISIL Oil Facilities Targeted
By Juan Cole | (Informed Coment) | – – the Syrian observatory said that the Russian strikes on the eastern province of Deir al-Zor killed 36 on Friday. Meanwhile, Russia also bombed positions in Idlib and other provinces, including with a cruise missile, which, according to the Russian foreign minister, killed 600 fighters of Daesh […]
How to lose the war on terror: panic and feed ISIL’s narrative
By Daniel Baldino | (The Conversation) | – – Terrorism’s goal is principally psychological. So, in the wake of events like those in Paris, a good starting point is to refuse to take the bait and become victims to fear. Such a mindset must break away from simplistic notions such as that another round of […]
The ISIS Trap – Will You Fall Into It?
AJ+ | (Video Report) | – – “ISIS has a pretty black-and-white view of the world. Either you’re with them, or you’re with people they consider infidels. But what about people in the middle? ISIS has a plan for them.” AJ+: “The ISIS Trap – Will You Fall Into It?”
American Traitor who spied on US Navy for Israel Released; Netanyahu ‘longed for this day’
Ma’an News Agency | – – BETHLEHEM (Ma’an) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday addressed American Jonathan Pollard who was released on parole after serving 30 years in prison for spying and handing over top-secret classified information to Israel. “The people of Israel welcome the release of Jonathan Pollard,” the PM said in […]
Lessons for the West on Immigrants & Exclusion from the Age of the ‘Bomb-throwing Anarchist’
By Akil N. Awan | (The National Interest) | – – The bearded young terrorist furtively slipped amongst the oblivious theatergoers. Glancing around to ensure he had not aroused suspicion, he looked out over the crowded throngs in the theater. Blissfully unaware of the carnage that awaited them, they laughed and reveled in their petty […]
Ben Carson compares Syrian Refugees to Rabid Dogs
Don Dahler | CBSN | (Video News Report) | – – “GOP presidential candidate Ben Carson stirred up controversy after he likened Syrian refugees to rabid dogs. CBSN’s Don Dahler has more.” CBSN: Ben Carson’s controversial comments on Syrian refugees
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