This is not surprising to me that AP made this "mistake ". I have found that when it comes to Iran or ME war related reporting, the AP always leans towards hawkish militaristic propaganda. They consistently and often falsely repeat disproven allegations and are not held accountable for it.
Next time you read an critical article like this note who is the publisher? I bet it will be AP.
Which begs the question, who's behind AP reporting?
As noted by other commenters, the author fails to provide any viable alternative option for applying real and sustainable pressure on Israel to act in good faith in settling this pointless conflict-despite BDS type protest being a time honored and successful option for non-violent action.
That aside, his position as noted in his credentials also undermined his position as a fair arbiter. Ultimately as a reader I'm left with the question, what was the point?
And this is how John Kerry not so subtly threatened Russia, according to CBC.
"We ask them again not to upset the balance within the region with respect to Israel," he said. "The weaponry that is being provided to Assad, whether it is an old contract or not, has a profoundly negative impact on the balance of interests and the stability of the region and it does put Israel at risk. It is not in our judgment responsible because of the size of the weapons, the nature of the weapons and what it does to the region in terms of Israel's security, so we hope that they will refrain from that in the interests of making this peace conference work."
How the hell do defensive anti-air missile batteries negatively affect Israel?.....other than significantly impacting their ability to strike at will? Seriously?!, can America's total lack of impartiality be more openly exposed?.....not that anyone was surprised, mind you.
It seems a bit too much to ask the public to encourage the EU's recent efforts to supply direct military support to the "Free" Syrian army, but decry Russian air defenses as a problem. Meanwhile, John McCain shows up and has a photo op with a known militant kidnapper - all the while arguing that the good ol' US of A will definitely know who the bad guys are. nice try Senator.
Perhaps this is a prime example of a war with no winners even remotely possible; and, perhaps we all should stay out of it for the best interest of everyone. Let the conflict burn itself out. A fatally weak Syria isn't necessarily a good thing. I think even the Israelis know this.
lastly, FYI Trolls... I'm not an Assad backer or anti-semite. I'm just confident that nobody is going to be happy with the outcome of this conflict - so lets quit killing and get to the inevitable business of settling the peace before this gets way out of control.
@ Dan Larkin.
Well, I suppose they could've followed the lead of the other "great" presidents like Reagan, Bush and Bush...... Lie, and invade, right? That worked out spectacularly well in every instance.
Hi Juan, reading news from Canada I read the EU decision as no "New" imports, not a cease in imports of Iranian oil. Which is a good headline, but of little to no real consequence in terms of sanctions.
Hi Dr. Cole,
Once again, I thank you for your tireless and professionally risky work.
Nevertheless, I would implore you to never again use the term " Breivikized." That term lends power to this monster, that should not be forgotten, but it should also not enter our lexicon. He deserves not notoriety - because that is what his ego desperately wants, but an eternity of obscurity.
All the best; please keep pressing on: Your efforts and risks are achieving positive results.
Craig.
Apparently, Trump also insulted and then hung up on the Australian PM, half way through a scheduled phone call after learning that he was obligated to take 1200 refugees currently in Australia. Kevin Drum posted this last night.
http://m.motherjones.com/kevin-drum/2017/02/donald-trump-hangs-australia-threatens-invade-mexico
This is not surprising to me that AP made this "mistake ". I have found that when it comes to Iran or ME war related reporting, the AP always leans towards hawkish militaristic propaganda. They consistently and often falsely repeat disproven allegations and are not held accountable for it.
Next time you read an critical article like this note who is the publisher? I bet it will be AP.
Which begs the question, who's behind AP reporting?
As noted by other commenters, the author fails to provide any viable alternative option for applying real and sustainable pressure on Israel to act in good faith in settling this pointless conflict-despite BDS type protest being a time honored and successful option for non-violent action.
That aside, his position as noted in his credentials also undermined his position as a fair arbiter. Ultimately as a reader I'm left with the question, what was the point?
And this is how John Kerry not so subtly threatened Russia, according to CBC.
"We ask them again not to upset the balance within the region with respect to Israel," he said. "The weaponry that is being provided to Assad, whether it is an old contract or not, has a profoundly negative impact on the balance of interests and the stability of the region and it does put Israel at risk. It is not in our judgment responsible because of the size of the weapons, the nature of the weapons and what it does to the region in terms of Israel's security, so we hope that they will refrain from that in the interests of making this peace conference work."
How the hell do defensive anti-air missile batteries negatively affect Israel?.....other than significantly impacting their ability to strike at will? Seriously?!, can America's total lack of impartiality be more openly exposed?.....not that anyone was surprised, mind you.
It seems a bit too much to ask the public to encourage the EU's recent efforts to supply direct military support to the "Free" Syrian army, but decry Russian air defenses as a problem. Meanwhile, John McCain shows up and has a photo op with a known militant kidnapper - all the while arguing that the good ol' US of A will definitely know who the bad guys are. nice try Senator.
Perhaps this is a prime example of a war with no winners even remotely possible; and, perhaps we all should stay out of it for the best interest of everyone. Let the conflict burn itself out. A fatally weak Syria isn't necessarily a good thing. I think even the Israelis know this.
lastly, FYI Trolls... I'm not an Assad backer or anti-semite. I'm just confident that nobody is going to be happy with the outcome of this conflict - so lets quit killing and get to the inevitable business of settling the peace before this gets way out of control.
@ Dan Larkin.
Well, I suppose they could've followed the lead of the other "great" presidents like Reagan, Bush and Bush...... Lie, and invade, right? That worked out spectacularly well in every instance.
Hi Juan, reading news from Canada I read the EU decision as no "New" imports, not a cease in imports of Iranian oil. Which is a good headline, but of little to no real consequence in terms of sanctions.
Hi Dr. Cole,
Once again, I thank you for your tireless and professionally risky work.
Nevertheless, I would implore you to never again use the term " Breivikized." That term lends power to this monster, that should not be forgotten, but it should also not enter our lexicon. He deserves not notoriety - because that is what his ego desperately wants, but an eternity of obscurity.
All the best; please keep pressing on: Your efforts and risks are achieving positive results.
Craig.