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Trumpcare Down But Not Out?
Trumpcare Down But Not Out? by Stephen Lendman On Friday, one of
Trump’s signature domestic programs was defeated, at least for now.
Acknowledging defeat, House Speaker Paul Ryan said “Obamacare is the law
of the land.” It’ll remain so “for the foreseeable future…until it’s
replaced,” suggesting AHCA’s Friday defeat isn’t the end of the story,
what’s next yet to be decided. A scheduled Friday Hou
Millions in US War Theaters Face Starvation
Millions in US War Theaters Face Starvation by Stephen Lendman
According to the ICRC , about 20 million people in Yemen and Somalia
face starvation without vitally needed food aid, mostly not forthcoming,
saying: “This is not business as usual.” Crisis conditions in both
countries need to be addressed “now.” Cholera “on the rise in Somalia
(alone is killing about) 20 people…each day.” US drone wa
Marine Le Pen in Moscow
Marine Le Pen in Moscow by Stephen Lendman French presidential
candidate Le Pen’s far-right agenda warrants plenty of criticism. So
does the deplorable way France is now run. The same goes for America and
other Western countries - responsible for enormous harm to millions
domestically and abroad, a nightmarish assault on humanity. Le Pen’s
meeting with Putin in Moscow deserves praise, not critici
Inventing Reasons to Bash Russia
Inventing Reasons to Bash Russia by Stephen Lendman Washington remains
hostile toward Russia for its sovereign independence. Along with China,
it’s an obstacle to America’s aim for unchallenged global dominance.
Both countries are formidable nuclear powers, giving bipartisan US hawks
pause about engaging either militarily. It doesn’t stop them from
fabricating reasons to bash them, America’s fail
Yesterday
Bipartisan US Senators Introduce New Illegal Sanctions on Iran
Bipartisan US Senators Introduce New Illegal Sanctions on Iran by
Stephen Lendman A rogue’s gallery of bipartisan Zionist neocons
infesting Congress want hardened adversarial relations with Iran -
inching toward direct confrontation, wanting the Islamic Republic
toppled, pro-Western puppet rule replacing it. On Thursday, the
Orwellian-named “Countering Iran’s Destabilization Activities Act of 201
Israel's Oppressive Apartheid Regime
Israel’s Oppressive Apartheid Regime by Stephen Lendman Israel was
created as an apartheid regime - masquerading as democratic, in name
only. Palestinians are viciously persecuted, Israeli Arabs denied rights
afforded Jews alone. Last Sunday, BDS co-founder Omar Barghouti and his
wife were lawlessly arrested, detained and interrogated for hours - an
effort to harass and intimidate them. After rel
Mosul Operation: A Medieval Massacre
Mosul Operation: A Medieval Massacre by Stephen Lendman Russian Foreign
Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova described it this way weeks after
US-led terror-bombing and Iraqi ground operations began last October -
long before the worst horrors ongoing now. US-orchestrated operations
are being conducted under “conditions of absolute information blockade,”
Zakharova explained. Nothing was done to p
Trump Demands Friday Healthcare Plan Vote
Trump Demands Friday Healthcare Plan Vote by Stephen Lendman Late
Thursday, White House budget director Mick Mulvaney told GOP House
members Trump is done negotiating. He wants a Friday vote. If his
American Health Care Act (AHCA) is defeated, he’ll move on to other
issues, leaving Obamacare in place. Is he bluffing? We’ll see. As far as
publicly known, House GOP support is short of enough votes
NYT Editors Support White House Regime Change
NYT Editors Support White House Regime Change by Stephen Lendman Times
editors refuse to accept Hillary’s defeat, continuing a relentless
anti-Trump campaign. They consider his main offenses triumphing last
November, challenging Obama’s deplorable legacy, and rhetorically
wanting improved relations with Russia - reasons enough to want him
weakened or removed from office, a shocking indictment of
Michael Moore: Anti-Trump Coup Supporter
Michael Moore: Anti-Trump Coup Supporter by Stephen Lendman His
irrational anti-Trump rage lost him credibility months ago. He’s either
deranged, a Democrat party plant, funded by Trump-hating extremists like
Soros, prematurely senile, or all of the above. Throughout last year’s
presidential campaign, he openly supported war criminal, racketeer,
perjurer Hillary. After her defeat, he called for h
Mar 23
GOP Hardliners Want Third-World Healthcare for America's Most Vulnerable
GOP Hardliners Want Third-World Healthcare for America’s Most
Vulnerable by Stephen Lendman House GOP leaders scheduled a March 23
Trumpcare vote. Democrats unanimously reject it. So do enough Republican
hardliners to defeat it unless 11th hour arm-twisting turns things
around. Or perhaps this evening’s vote will be postponed. Trumpcare as
introduced is abominable, more nightmarish than Obamacare
GOP Hardliners Want Third-World Healthcare for America's Most Vulnerable
GOP Hardliners Want Third-World Healthcare for America’s Most
Vulnerable by Stephen Lendman House GOP leaders scheduled a March 23
Trumpcare vote. Democrats unanimously reject it. So do enough Republican
hardliners to defeat it unless 11th hour arm-twisting turns things
around. Or perhaps this evening’s vote will be postponed. Trumpcare as
introduced is abominable, more nightmarish than Obamacare
US Intends Illegal Safe Zones in Imperial War Theaters
US Intends Illegal Safe Zones in Imperial War Theaters by Stephen
Lendman Addressing members of America’s imperial war coalition in
Washington Wednesday, Rex Tillerson said Washington intends establishing
“interim zones of stability” in Syria and Iraq - without further
elaboration. US-installed Iraqi puppet leader Haider al-Abadi was
pressured to let US forces operate in Iraqi territory. He’s sil
London Attack: Terrorism, Other Type Street Violence of False Flag?
London Attack: Terrorism, Other Type Street Violence or False Flag? by
Stephen Lendman Each time violent incidents occur in Europe or America,
they’re automatically called terrorism - despite no credible evidence
proving it. Wednesday’s incident in London left five dead, numerous
others injured. Police lethally shot the alleged attacker. Dead men tell
no tales. Weeks earlier, Britain’s senior cou
Tillerson Promises Endless Imperial Wars
Tillerson Promises Endless Imperial Wars by Stephen Lendman No US
enemies existed anywhere since Nazi Germany, fascist Italy and imperial
Japan were defeated in WW II. Yet imperial wars rage endlessly, enemies
invented to justify them. Fear-mongering enlists public support. Vital
homeland needs go begging to feed America’s war machine - benefitting
profiteers at the expense of social justice. Ear
Trump and Transition Team Spied On
Trump and Transition Team Spied On by Stephen Lendman On Wednesday,
House Select Committee on Intelligence chair Devin Nunez (R. CA) issued a
statement, saying “on numerous occasions, the Intelligence Community
incidentally collected information about US citizens involved in the
Trump transition.” “Details about US persons associated with the
incoming administration - details with little or no ap
John Podesta Linked to State-Run Russian Company
John Podesta Linked to State-Run Russian Company by Stephen Lendman It
should be a non-issue. Doing business in Russia and most other countries
is legal, nothing out-of-the-ordinary about it unless laws are broken.
It matters for Podesta because Trump is irresponsibly bashed for alleged
ties to Russian investors, banks and officials - besides fabricated
claims of Moscow US election hacking, helpi
Mar 22
US Terror-Bombing Massacres Civilians
US Terror-Bombing Massacres Civilians by Stephen Lendman US
terror-bombing in the battle for Mosul has nothing to do with liberating
the city, everything to with destroying it. A similar strategy is
employed in Syria, smashing vital infrastructure on the phony pretext of
combating ISIS. America created and/or supports terrorist groups in
both countries and elsewhere - waging war OF terror, not on
Master Spider David Rockefeller Passes
Master Spider David Rockefeller Passes by Stephen Lendman On March 20,
billionaire predatory banker David Rockefeller died in his sleep at age
101. Financial commentator Hans Schicht earlier said “(w)hat has been
good for (David) Rockefeller has been a curse for the United States. Its
citizens, government and country are indebted to the hilt, enslaved to
his banks.” “The country’s industrial forc
America and Israel Threaten World Peace
America and Israel Threaten World Peace by Stephen Lendman Multiple
global flashpoints should terrify everyone. They’re hugely dangerous
along Russia’s border with Eastern European countries, in the South
China Sea, in Ukraine, in Syria, Iraq, and other US war theaters, and
possible Israeli war on Lebanon and/or Gaza. America and Israel
perpetuate endless wars, related violence, chaos and repress
Netanyahu Vows Continued War on Syria
Netanyahu Vows Continued War on Syria by Stephen Lendman War in Syria
isn’t civil as falsely reported. It’s US launched aggression, aided by
NATO, Israel and other rogue regional allies. Its aim is regime change.
Washington wants another imperial trophy. It wants Iran’s government
toppled. It wants regional control along with Israel, weakening or
eliminating Russian and Chinese influence in the M
Washington's Little Known Spy Agency
Washington’s Little Known Spy Agency by Stephen Lendman US spying is
institutionalized - on anyone, anywhere for any reason or none at all.
Invented national security threats, targeting dissent and
whistleblowers, along with challenging press freedom undermine
fundamental rights. In Palko v. Connecticut (1937), the Supreme Court
called "(f)reedom of thought the matrix, the indispensable condition
Fox News Legal Analyst Silenced
Fox News Legal Analyst Silenced by Stephen Lendman Former law
professor, New Jersey Superior Court Judge Andrew Napolitano was legal
analyst for Fox News until silenced over allegations of Obama using
Britain’s GCHQ spy agency (its NSA equivalent) to monitor Trump -
meaning his phone and online communications. Whether true or not, it’s
possible, arguably likely. London’s Guardian earlier reported
Fox New Legal Analyst Silenced
Fox News Legal Analyst Silenced by Stephen Lendman Former law
professor, New Jersey Superior Court Judge Andrew Napolitano was legal
analyst for Fox News until silenced over allegations of Obama using
Britain’s GCHQ spy agency (its NSA equivalent) to monitor Trump -
meaning his phone and online communications. Whether true or not, it’s
possible. London’s Guardian earlier reported GCHQ “secretly g
Mar 21
Russia Combats Terrorists America Supports
Russia Combats Terrorists America Supports by Stephen Lendman Russia’s
agenda is polar opposite America’s. It’s effectively combating
terrorists in Syria. The dynamic on the ground dramatically changed
after it intervened in September 2015 at Assad’s request. America
created and supports ISIS, al-Nusra and other terrorist groups - why
they exist. Washington feeds the monster it claims to oppose.
Lying Machine NYT Calls Trump a Liar
Lying Machine NYT Calls Trump a Liar by Stephen Lendman In hurling
pejoratives around like manhole covers against targeted nations, groups
and individuals, The Times notoriously lies - especially in vilifying
Russia and Trump, its two favorite targets. All politicians lie. It goes
with the territory - not according to The NYT , outrageously claiming
“George W. Bush didn’t lie when he said Iraq ha
Trump v. Televised Congressional Hysteria
Trump v. Televised Congressional Hysteria by Stephen Lendman Americans
are ill-governed and ill-served by officials at all levels of government
- federal, state and local. On Monday, clear evidence showed it.
Disgraceful witch-hunt McCarthyism was on display for viewers tuning in
to see. Hysterical House Select Committee on Intelligence members
disgraced themselves during tediously long testimony
Deplorable Trumpcare
Deplorable Trumpcare by Stephen Lendman On March 23, House members will
vote on the so-called American Health Care Act of 2017 (AHCA) -
Trumpcare, the proposed Obamacare replacement measure with little
debate. Instead of providing healthcare on the basis of need,
politicized Trumpcare makes it dependent on the ability to pay,
legislating enormous harm on the nation’s most vulnerable if enacted in
Bernie Sanders: America's Most Popular Con Man
Bernie Sanders: America’s Most Popular Con Man by Stephen Lendman He’s
been saying one thing and doing another for over 30 years in public
life, proving he’s a self-serving dirty politician like virtually all
others. Rare exceptions prove the rule. His revolutionary,
man-of-the-people rhetoric is empty, his soul for sale at the right
price. He’s more demagogic rabble rouser than straight talk pub
NYT Editors Lied Suggesting Sabotage Undermined Hillary's Campaign
NYT Editors Lied Suggesting Sabotage Undermined Hillary’s Campaign by
Stephen Lendman The Big Lie persists. The Times is a lying machine -
along with other media scoundrels refusing to accept Trump’s triumph
last November. Plenty about his agenda warrants criticism. Claiming
electoral theft is over-the-top sour grapes. He won. She lost. That
should have been the end of it. Not in a nation where d
Mar 20
Lost Privacy Rights in America
Lost Privacy Rights in America by Stephen Lendman America is a total
surveillance society. Big Brother is no longer fiction. Sophisticated
technologies make total monitoring possible, everyone vulnerable,
including presidents. All our moves, transactions and communications can
be recorded, compiled and stored for easy access. Anything we say or do
can be used against us. Bill of Rights protection
Angela Merkel Frau Hitler?
Angela Merkel Frau Hitler? by Stephen Lendman Shocking stuff! It’s
disturbingly common to label a political opponent another Hitler.
Hillary Clinton vilified Vladimir Putin this way. US officials called
Venezuela’s Hugo Chavez another Hitler, among other pejoratives. Former
Mexican president Vincente Fox, former New Jersey Governor Christine
Todd Whitman, former Anti-Defamation League head Abe Fo
No Evidence of Collusion Between Trump and Russia
No Evidence of Collusion Between Trump and Russia by Stephen Lendman
Asked by Fox News host Chris Wallace about any evidence between “Trump
world” and Russia on Sunday, House Intelligence Committee chairman Devin
Nunes (R. CA) said: “I’ll give you a very simple answer: no,” adding
he’s “up to speed on everything. No evidence of collusion” was found
between Trump’s campaign and Russia. On March 8,
Israel Threatens Hezbollah and Hamas
Israel Threatens Hezbollah and Hamas by Stephen Lendman US and Israeli
belligerence is the Middle East’s gravest threat. Imperial wars rage in
multiple countries, likely more planned. On Sunday, IDF chief of staff
General Gady Eisenkott accused Hezbollah of “gearing up with advanced
weaponry and deploying for aggressive action from the towns and villages
south of the Litani” river. “We see a clea
Israel Escalating Aggression in Syria
Israel Escalating Aggression in Syria by Stephen Lendman On Sunday,
Lebanon’s al-Manar TV said an Israeli drone struck a car in Quneitra
province near Golan in southwest Syria, killing two members of the
National Defense Forces, allied with Syria’s military. An IDF
spokesperson declined to comment on the incident. Syrian media didn’t
report it. Eyewitnesses said Israeli planes breached Syrian air
Aggrieved Palestinians Denied Compensation
Aggrieved Palestinians Denied Compensation by Stephen Lendman Israel
brutalizes Palestinians with impunity, denying them compensation for
enormous harm inflicted. B’Tselem discussed the injustice, its report
titled “Getting Off Scot-Free,” saying “Israel guaranteed itself a
nearly blanket exemption from the obligation to pay compensation for all
this harm.” “The state does not offer Palestinians
Mar 19
Israeli War Minister Threatens Syria
Israeli War Minister Threatens Syria by Stephen Lendman Let’s see if
I’ve got this straight. Israel reserves the right to attack Syria
preemptively at its discretion for any reason any time - a flagrant
international law violation. If Syria responds defensively, its
universally acknowledged right, Israel threatens greater aggression. Its
ultranationalist, lunatic fringe war minister Avigdor Liebe
Crimea Reunification Day Commemoration
Crimea Reunification Day Commemoration by Stephen Lendman March 18
marked the third anniversary of Crimea’s reunification with Russia,
following the March 16 referendum, correcting a historic mistake. An
overwhelming 96.77% of Crimeans voted to rejoin Russia. Turnout was
83.1%. A 95.6% majority supported reunification in Sevastopol - voter
turnout at 89.5%. Crimea’s Supreme Council called ousting
Coverup of Humanitarian Disaster in Mosul
Coverup of Humanitarian Disaster in Mosul by Stephen Lendman US-led
terror-bombing along with Iraqi ground forces are systematically
destroying the city, not liberating it as claimed. Western media
scoundrels and international NGOs are ignoring a humanitarian disaster
far worse than what affected East Aleppo. Government and allied forces,
greatly aided by Russian airpower, saved the lives of tens
Iran's Exemplary Refugee Program
Iran’s Exemplary Refugee Program by Stephen Lendman Trump wants Muslims
from designated countries barred from entering America - on the phony
pretext of protecting the nation’s borders and national security
concerns. Israel only accepts Jewish refugees and asylum seekers.
Brussels, representing 28 EU countries, conspired with Turkey to punish
desperate refugees needing help, turning their backs o
Escalating East Asia Tensions
Escalating East Asia Tensions by Stephen Lendman Trump straightaway in
office showed he’s the latest in a long line of US warrior presidents -
escalating imperial wars in Syria, Iraq and Yemen. Afghanistan is likely
next. Will he launch new wars besides ongoing ones? Are Iran and North
Korea on his target list? Are China and Russia at risk? Unthinkable
nuclear war remains a possibility by design
Scotland Independence Referendum 2.0?
Scotland Independence Referendum 2.0? by Stephen Lendman Ahead of
Scotland’s September 2014 independence referendum, most UK and
independent polls showed the outcome was too close to call. In the
run-up to the vote, pro-independence supporters gained strength. Some
analysts believed enough to win. Instead they lost by a 55 - 45% margin.
Critics claimed vote-tampering. Registered voters found thei
Mar 18
UN Agency Head's Forced Resignation
UN Agency Head’s Forced Resignation by Stephen Lendman Pro-Western UN
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres showed he’s no different from his
disgraceful predecessors. He acted on orders from Washington. The
Palestinian BDS National Committee denounced him for removing from the
UN’s web site a report “Israel does not want you to read,” it said. “The
real news is this time around, Israel, with all it
Tillerson in Beijing
Tillerson in Beijing by Stephen Lendman Ahead of Tillerson’s visit,
Trump bashed North Korea unjustifiably, saying it’s “behaving badly,”
ignoring US high crimes, adding “China has done little to help.” Beijing
and Moscow strongly object to Washington’s deployment of THAAD missile
systems in South Korea, aimed at the DPRK and their countries,
threatening their national security, giving the Pentag
Angela Merkel in Washington
Angela Merkel in Washington by Stephen Lendman Merkel’s meeting with
Trump was strained at best, given his earlier disparaging remarks about
her. “What Merkel did to Germany is a shame,” he said. “It is sad, sad
shame what’s happened to Germany.” “I have friends in Germany. They want
to leave…These are people that two years ago were telling me that it’s
the greatest place on earth and now they wa
Trump's Budget Cuts $10 Billion in Foreign Aid, Israel Unaffected
Trump’s Budget Cuts $10 Billion in Foreign Aid, Israel Unaffected by
Stephen Lendman Trump’s proposed budget slashes discretionary spending,
except for militarism, warmaking, veterans and Israel. It continues
getting $3.1 billion annually in largely military aid, despite facing no
threats - the amount increasing to $3.8 billion each year when the
current 10-year agreement expires in 2018. Netanya
Israel at War with Syria
Israel at War with Syria by Stephen Lendman Washington and Israel seek
regime change. Both countries want pro-Western puppet governance
replacing Syrian sovereign independence. Throughout Obama’s war,
launched in March 2011, Trump escalating it, Israel supplied weapons and
munitions to ISIS, al-Nusra and other terrorist fighters. It treats
their wounded in Israeli hospitals. It terror-bombs Syria
NYT Defends Pentagon Mosque Terror-Bombing
NYT Defends Pentagon Mosque Terror-Bombing by Stephen Lendman The
self-styled newspaper of record operates as a press agent for wealth,
power and privilege, featuring fake news instead of journalism the way
it’s supposed to be. Overnight Thursday, US warplanes terror-bombed a
Syrian mosque in al-Jinnah village near Aleppo, a previous article
explained. Hundreds of worshipers were inside at the ti
Mar 17
Will America Attack North Korea Again?
Will America Attack North Korea Again? by Stephen Lendman Truman
ordered the earlier war, turning most of the country to rubble, killing
millions. US warplanes ran out of targets to strike. Is more US
aggression coming against a nation threatening no one? Throughout its
post-WW II history, it never attacked another country. It justifiably
fears another US war on its territory, why it sought to de
Russia Falsely Accused of US Airstrike on Syrian Mosque
Russia Falsely Accused of US Airstrike on Syrian Mosque by Stephen
Lendman Overnight Thursday, US warplanes terror-bombed a Syrian mosque
in al-Jinnah village near Aleppo. Hundreds of worshipers were inside at
the time. Bodies are still being pulled from rubble, the death toll so
far up to 70, likely rising, many others injured. CENTCOM denied the
attack. Its spokesman said “(w)hat (was) target(e
Trump's Cruel and Inhuman Budget
Trump’s Cruel and Inhuman Budget by Stephen Lendman It’s a budget only
Wall Street, war-profiteers, other corporate predators, and America’s
privileged class could love. It calls for large increases in defense and
homeland security spending instead of vitally needed major cuts in both
at a time America’s only enemies are ones it invents. More money for US
veterans is long overdue. They’re abysmal
Another AUMF Coming?
Another AUMF Coming? by Stephen Lendman All US wars are illegally waged
on the phony pretext of combating terrorist groups America created and
supports. Following the mother of all false flags 9/11 attack, Congress
passed the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF). Bush signed
it into law, giving his administration authority to use “all necessary
and appropriate force” against any nations
The Deplorable State of US Governance
The Deplorable State of US Governance by Stephen Lendman America is
owned and run by powerful interests. Politicians and bureaucrats serve
them. Elections when held assure dirty business as usual always wins. A
nation permanently at war risks ending like on earth. Fundamental
freedoms are disappearing, police state laws replacing them. Monied
interests alone matter, at the expense of beneficial s
Israel Admits Bombing Syria
Israel Admits Bombing Syria by Stephen Lendman Throughout Obama’s war
on Syria, Trump escalating it, Israel terror-bombed targets in the
country numerous times - clear acts of naked aggression. The latest
incident occurred overnight Thursday. Israeli warplanes terror-bombed
several targets in Syria. This time, they were counted by anti-aircraft
surface-to-air (SAM) missiles. An IDF statement said
Mar 16
UN Report Calls Israel an Apartheid Regime
UN Report Calls Israel an Apartheid Regime by Stephen Lendman Titled “
Israeli Practices towards the Palestinian People and the Question of
Apartheid ,” authors Richard Falk and Virginia Tilley discussed how
Israel persecutes and dominates defenseless Palestinians. Apartheid is a
high crime against humanity, ongoing in Israel since its 1948
establishment, hardening over time, worst of all under N
Reactions to UN Report Calling Israel an Apartheid Regime
Reactions to UN Report Calling Israel an Apartheid Regime by Stephen
Lendman The Richard Falk/Virginia Till ey report , discussed in a same
day article, drew strong criticism from Israeli officials as expected.
They’re not pleased about scathing truth-telling, discussing disturbing
facts about their apartheid regime, brutalizing Palestinians from
inception, committing slow-motion genocide against
Federal Judge Halts Trump's Travel Ban
Federal Judge Halts Trump’s Travel Ban by Stephen Lendman The
Constitution’s First Amendment Establishment Clause states “Congress
shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting
the free exercise thereof…” Citing it, Hawaii-based US District Court
Judge Derrick Watson issued a temporary restraining order (TRO), halting
Trump’s travel ban nationwide, blocking it from taki
Trump Escalating War in Syria
Trump Escalating War in Syria by Stephen Lendman Instead of winding
down US wars he campaigned against, arguing they wasted trillions of
dollars vital for domestic needs, he’s escalating them in Syria and
Yemen, likely in Afghanistan, and continuing US terror-bombing in Iraq,
massacring civilians. Hundreds of airmen manning B-52H Stratofortresses
were deployed to Syria and Iraq. Along with US spe
Kiev Blocks Road and Rail Links to Donbass
Kiev Blocks Road and Rail Links to Donbass by Stephen Lendman A
statement by its putschist national security and defense council head
Alexander Turchinov said: “Taking into consideration that Ukraine’s
enterprises have been (nationalized) and the security situation has
worsened…the (council) has made a decision to suspend movement of cargos
through the contact line.” “Following (the council’s) de
Neocon Senator Considers RT a Foreign Agent
Neocon Senator Considers RT a Foreign Agent by Stephen Lendman
Russophobia in America is rampant. A CNN propaganda documentary
shamelessly lied, saying Vladimir Putin governs “unconstrained by other
institutions, parties and political forces.” Russian democracy is real,
America’s is fake. Each wing of its one-party extremist rule takes turns
assuming power. Elections are farcical when held. Voter
Mar 15
America Threatens to Leave UN Human Rights Council
America Threatens to Leave UN Human Rights Council by Stephen Lendman
It’s largely an imperial tool, criticizing nations with leadership
America opposes - notably Russia, Iran and Syria. Last October, Moscow
lost its HRC seat. Saudi Arabia was reelected despite its abominable
human rights record. US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson warned America
may withdraw from the HRC if it doesn’t undertake
Were Russian FSB Officers Involved in Hacking Yahoo Accounts?
Were Russian FSB Officers Involved in Hacking Yahoo Accounts? by
Stephen Lendman A California grand jury indicted four defendants on
charges of computer hacking, economic espionage and wire fraud for
allegedly accessing information on millions of Yahoo, Google and other
webmail providers. The case is unconnected to fabricated Russian US
election allegations. In February, Moscow expressed outrage
US Super-Fuzed, Super-Powerful Nukes
US Super-Fuzed, Super-Powerful Nukes by Stephen Lendman Today’s
thermonuclear weapons are monstrously more powerful than the 15 kiloton
Little Boy and 21 Kiloton Fat Man nukes used to destroy Hiroshima and
Nagasaki. An article by nuclear experts Hans Kristensen and Matthew
McKinsie, together with ballistic missiles expert Theodore Postol
explained the enhanced power of US submarine-launched balli
US Demands Raped Cambodia Repay War Debt
US Demands Raped Cambodia Repay War Debt by Stephen Lendman During its
war on Southeast Asia, America raped and destroyed Vietnam, Laos and
Cambodia. Terror-bombing massacred civilians indiscriminately. A decade
of merciless war took millions of lives, around eight million tons of
ordnance used in Vietnam alone, threefold WW II’s tonnage - about 300
tons for every Vietnamese man, woman, child, in
Committee of Inquiry on Syria Propaganda Report
Committee of Inquiry on Syria Propaganda Report by Stephen Lendman The
COI is an imperial tool, formed in September 2011 to wrongfully blame
Syria for human rights abuses, downplaying atrocities committed by
US-supported terrorists. It lacks credibility, Syria’s UN envoy Bashar
al-Jaafari earlier, saying it’s “deliberately blowing things out of
proportion when displaying its findings, also fully
American/Israeli Activist Jeff Halper Detained by Israel
American/Israeli Activist Jeff Halper Detained by Israel by Stephen
Lendman On March 13, US-born anthropologist, scholar, author, co-founder
of the Israeli Committee Against House Demolitions (ACAHD) Jeff Halper
was detained in the West Bank by Israeli police on suspicion of
“incitement.” When targeted, he was speaking to a group touring the
illegal Maaleh Adumin settlement. In an email to +972 M
Mar 14
Fake News Proliferator NYT Mocks Real News Broadcaster RT
Fake News Proliferator NYT Mocks Real News Broadcaster RT by Stephen
Lendman The Times is America’s leading proliferator of state-sponsored
propaganda - providing press agent services for powerful interests,
journalism the way it’s supposed to be off-the-table on its pages, why
relying on it assures being misinformed. The Times asked if RT is “more
BBC or KGB.” Of course, it’s neither. It produce
French Presidential Candidate Fillon Charged with Misuse of Public Funds
French Presidential Candidate Fillon Charged with Misuse of Public
Funds by Stephen Lendman Once favored to succeed current French
President Francois Hollande, Francois Fillion’s campaign may be over.
Instead of heading for the Elysee Palace where French presidents reside
and work, he could face prison time if prosecuted, convicted, and
sentenced for what amounts to grand theft if proved - for al
Senate Neocons Want Permanent Aggression on Afghanistan
Senate Neocons Want Permanent Aggression on Afghanistan by Stephen
Lendman Afghanistan is America’s longest war, a forever war if neocon
Senators John McCain and Lindsey Graham have their way. The country had
nothing to do with 9/11, nor anyone residing within its borders. It
didn’t threaten America - not earlier or now. Washington used
state-sponsored 9/11 as a convenient pretext to wage war on
Nightmarish Trumpcare
Nightmarish Trumpcare by Stephen Lendman According to the Economic
Policy Institute, “99% of Americans…win if the GOP health plan fails.”
It benefits business and super-rich elites at the expense of affordable
healthcare for everyone - a fundamental human right. According to
Congressional Budget Office (CBO) scoring, 14 million Americans will
lose coverage next year, 24 million by 2026, leaving o
US Rules of Engagement
US Rules of Engagement by Stephen Lendman ROE define how force may be
used in combat - what’s acceptable, unacceptable, under what conditions.
Geneva breaches and other laws of war fall outside of ROE. Military
operations are governed by laws of war and international humanitarian
law. All nations are required to observe them. International and
domestic laws universally recognize the right of self
NYT Hypocrisy
NYT Hypocrisy by Stephen Lendman In a Tuesday editorial , Times editors
criticized Trump for calling Egyptian despot Abdel Fattah el-Sisi (a US
War College graduate) a “fantastic guy,” ignoring his coup d’etat
regime, reigning terror against Muslim Brotherhood members and other
opponents. The Times selectively picks nations and leaders to criticize,
ignoring ones most important to target - Americ
Mar 13
Harvard's Fake Guide to Fake News Sites
Harvard’s Fake Guide to Fake News Sites by Stephen Lendman Is this what
parents pay $63,000 annually for tuition, room, board and fees - so
their children can be ill-served and ill-taught? Following the 2014
Obama administration Kiev coup, replacing democracy with fascist
dictatorship, Harvard expressed concern about nonexistent “Russian
aggression.” Some faculty members called for US military in
Egypt's Mubarak to Be Freed
Egypt’s Mubarak to Be Freed by Stephen Lendman Egypt’s military coup
ousted him. He didn’t resign. He was pushed. Washington did the heavy
shoving after he fell out of favor for opposing America’s war on Iraq,
and plans to organize regional Sunni states against Syria, Iran and
Lebanon’s Hezbollah. The so-called Arab Spring never bloomed. It was
orchestrated in Washington, not in Tahir Square, spi
Sheriff of Wall Street Kept Hands Off Top Officials
Sheriff of Wall Street Kept Hands Off Top Officials by Stephen Lendman
Wall Street crooks make money the old-fashioned way - stealing it
through fraud, grand theft, market manipulation, front-running them,
pump-and-dump schemes, scamming investors, bribing politicians, and
having its executives in top administration posts making policies
facilitating chicanery. Compared to major Street firms, Ber
Criminalizing Free Expression in Israel
Criminalizing Free Expression in Israel by Stephen Lendman In February,
Association for Civil Rights in Israel executive director Sharon
Abraham-Weiss blasted Netanyahu for “lashing out against the media,”
saying it’s “an almost regular occurrence,” a matter “of genuine
concern.” He’s waging war on free expression and the rule of law.
Repressive legislation portrays “(s)ocial and human rights act
Former Ukrainian Prime Minister in Washington
Former Ukrainian Prime Minister in Washington by Stephen Lendman Yulia
Tymoshenko served as illegitimate Ukrainian prime minister following the
Bush administration’s 2004 Orange Revolution, toppling the sitting
government, installing a pro-Western puppet regime. She a convicted
felon, imprisoned for embezzlement, money laundering, hiding ill-gotten
wealth abroad, and “abuse of public office.” Oba
Russian Ambassador Met with Hillary's Advisors
Russian Ambassador Met with Hillary’s Advisors by Stephen Lendman
Ambassadors to America and other countries routinely meet members of
their political establishment and figures connected to it. It’s part of
the job. Russia’s ambassador to Washington met with numerous
congressional members, including 30 Democrat senators in 2015 alone,
discussing the Iran nuclear deal. Criticizing Michael Flynn an
Mar 12
Turkey's Erdogan Wants Northern Syria and Iraq Annexed
Turkey’s Erdogan Wants Northern Syria and Iraq Annexed by Stephen
Lendman His aim is longstanding. In December 2015, heavily armed Turkish
forces invaded Iraq, an act of aggression, occupying territory near
Mosul, on the phony pretext of combating ISIS he supports. His real aim
is seizing the area’s valued oil fields, a prize he’s long coveted. Last
August, he invaded northern Syria, his aggressi
Putin Rejects Netanyahu's Anti-Iranian Rant
Putin Rejects Netanyahu’s Anti-Iranian Rant by Stephen Lendman Iran
wages peace. Israel is a serial aggressor. Netanyahu has a disturbing
habit of blaming other nations for its high crimes. On March 9, he met
with Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Discussion focused on international
terrorism and areas where bilateral cooperation is possible, notably in
the Middle East. Views of both leaders on Syria are
Depression-Level Unemployment in America
Depression-Level Unemployment in America by Stephen Lendman Monthly
Labor Department jobs reports are phony. Paul Craig Roberts calls them
“a bad joke,” saying America’s economy is a “house of cards.” A day of
reckoning awaits. Job numbers are inflated, manufactured out of thin
air, partly based on a so-called birth-death model, estimating net
non-reported jobs from new businesses minus losses fr
US-Supported ISIS Using Chemical Weapons in Mosul
US-Supported ISIS Using Chemical Weapons in Mosul by Stephen Lendman
ICRC Middle East director Robert Mardini said patients treated in nearby
Irbil show “clinical symptoms consistent with exposure to a blistering
chemical agent.” Affected men, women and children suffer from
respiratory problems, blisters, coughing, vomiting, along with eye
redness and irritation. “The use of chemical weapons is a
Wisconsin Judge Rules Against Trump's Travel Ban
Wisconsin Judge Rules Against Trump’s Travel Ban by Stephen Lendman On
Friday, federal District Court Judge William Conley issued a temporary
restraining order (TRO) for the wife and child of a Syrian refugee,
living in America since 2014. His ruling applies only to them, but opens
the door to similar ones, potentially nationwide, along with other
efforts to get Trump’s travel ban judicially over
Russia and Iran Excluded from Meeting in Washington on ISIS
Russia and Iran Excluded from Meeting in Washington on ISIS by Stephen
Lendman US hostility toward both countries is longstanding. Russian air
power, Iranian advisors and Hezbollah fighters alone are aiding
government forces combat terrorism in Syria. America, NATO, Israel,
Saudi Arabia, Qatar and other rogue states support the scourge they
claim to oppose. On March 22 and 23, Washington will hos
Mar 11
Turkey's Tyrannical Rule
Turkey’s Tyrannical Rule by Stephen Lendman Recep Tayyip Erdogan rules
with an iron fist, heading a virtual fascist dictatorship masquerading
as democratic. Anyone criticizing or challenging his leadership risks
imprisonment, including public figures, journalists, academics, other
intellectuals, human rights activists, even young children - on charges
ranging from insulting the president to terro
Assad: US and Turkish Forces in Syria Are Aggressors
Assad: US and Turkish Forces in Syria are Aggressors by Stephen Lendman
Forces in Syria without permission from Damascus violate core
international law. No nation may act aggressively against others except
in self-defense - and only with Security Council authorization. US and
Turkish forces invaded northern Syria illegally. “We…consider them
invaders, regardless of whether those forces are Turkis
Unafforable Healthcare in America
Unaffordable Healthcare in America by Stephen Lendman Healthcare in
America costs double what consumers in other developed countries pay.
Proper coverage is increasingly unaffordable for millions. Obamacare
made a dysfunctional system worse. Trumpcare, if enacted in its present
form, will be more nightmarish, discussed in previous articles. The
misnamed Affordable Care Act (ACA) left around 30 mi
Is Israel Planning Another War on Lebanon?
Is Israel Planning Another War on Lebanon? by Stephen Lendman Last
year, Press TV cited the Beirut-based al-Akhbar broadsheet, saying
unnamed US officials warned about Israeli plans for war on Lebanon, a
decade after its last aggression - embarrassed by Hezbollah fighters at
the time, perhaps seeking an excuse for revenge. On March 11, Haaretz
interviewed extremist Israeli Education Minister Naft
Trump and Palestinian Puppet President Speak by Phone
Trump and Palestinian Puppet President Speak by Phone by Stephen
Lendman Israeli-anointed Palestinian puppet Mahmoud Abbas lacks
legitimacy. His so-called 2005 election was rigged to install him in
office. His term expired in January 2009. He’s still there, remaining as
long as Israel and Washington want him. He’s more stooge than
statesman, a Palestinian Quisling. He’s a longtime Israeli collabo
Legislation to Stop Arming Terrorists Introduced in US Senate
Legislation to Stop Arming Terrorists Introduced in US Senate by
Stephen Lendman Rep. Tulsi Gabbard earlier said “(w)hen it comes to the
war against terrorists, I’m a hawk. When it comes to counterproductive
wars of regime change, I’m a dove.” In January, she called for ending
Washington’s “regime change war in Syria now” - after spending a
week-long visit to Damascus, Aleppo and Beirut, learning
Mar 10
Four States Sue to Overturn Trump's Racist Travel Ban
Four States Sue to Overturn Trump’s Racist Travel Ban by Stephen
Lendman Hawaii was the first to sue, discussed in a previous article.
State Attorney General Doug Chin called Trump’s revised executive order
“Muslim Ban 2.0.” “Under the pretense of national security, it still
targets immigrants and refugees. It leaves the door open for even
further restrictions,” he said. On Thursday, Washington,
US Mission Creep in Syria and Iraq
US Mission Creep in Syria and Iraq by Stephen Lendman According to
reports, around 5,000 US troops operate in Iraq -with so-called
permission from the puppet regime it installed. Hundreds of US special
forces are in Syria, now joined by unknown numbers of combat marines,
America’s total military presence not officially announced, the Pentagon
citing operational security. US forces invaded Syria i
Greater US Aggression Under Trump Coming?
Greater US Aggression Under Trump Coming? by Stephen Lendman Nearly
straightaway in office, Trump proved he’s the latest in a long line of
US warrior presidents. He’s continuing naked aggression in multiple
theaters, upping the stakes in Syria and Yemen, increasing numbers of US
combat troops in both countries, perhaps more headed for Iraq. At the
urging of CENTCOM chief General Joseph Votel, he
Trump Threatens Europe?
Trump Threatens Europe? by Stephen Lendman NYT editors absurdly say so -
claiming he’s “shown higher regard for President Vladimir Putin…than
for NATO or the European Union.” The self-styled newspaper of record is
ground zero for media misinformation. It keeps finding new ways of
making itself a laughing stock, publishing rubbish and fake news instead
of what readers most need to know. The only t
War Criminal Obama Wins JFK Profile in Courage Award
War Criminal Obama Wins JFK Profile in Courage Award by Stephen Lendman
Obama is no JFK! Despite committing horrific war crimes straightaway in
office, Nobel committee members awarded him their 2009 peace prize,
further mocking its legitimacy - honoring criminality, snubbing worthy
recipients. Obama boasted about being at war throughout his tenure -
after promising to end wars in Afghanistan and
Mar 09
Trump Picks Ambassadors to NATO and Russia
Trump Picks Ambassadors to NATO and Russia by Stephen Lendman According
to an unnamed White House official, hawkish Russophobe Richard Grennell
will be appointed US ambassador to NATO. Part of Washington’s neocon
lunatic fringe, he’s a former Bush/Cheney administration spokesman for
its UN envoy, involved with global war on terror communications and
other propaganda. He’s a Fox News guest comment
China's Report on US Human Rights
China’s Report on US Human Rights Abuses by Stephen Lendman China’s
annual reports on US human rights abuses counter ones produced by the
State Department - judging other nations, ignoring America’s high crimes
at home and abroad. Examining its 2016 domestic and foreign record,
China again exposed the myth of America’s claim about being a human
rights defender. Using data from the US Justice Depa
Remembering Lynne Stewart
Remembering Lynne Stewart by Stephen Lendman On Wednesday evening,
humanity lost redoubtable civil rights lawyer Lynne Stewart. Cancer and
complications from a massive stroke days days earlier, followed by
mini-strokes, took her at age 77. I and many others who knew and loved
her mourn her passing. She now belongs to the ages. I first met Lynne at
a National Lawyers Guild gathering in Chicago to
WikiLeaks Releases Documents on CIA Hacking Tools
WikiLeaks Releases Documents on CIA Hacking Tools by Stephen Lendman On
March 7, WikiLeaks published 8,761 documents, revealing secret CIA
spying and hacking tools, saying: The dump represents “the majority of
(Langely’s) hacking arsenal including malware, viruses, trojans,
weaponized ‘zero day’ exploits, malware remote control systems and
associated documentation.” The documents, called Vault 7,
Opposition to Trumpcare
Opposition to Trumpcare by Stephen Lendman Trump was partly right,
saying Obamacare is “a complete and total disaster.” He’s dead wrong,
calling his plan “wonderful.” It makes a failed system worse if enacted
in its current form. It’s more deform than reform. Straightaway,
healthcare providers expressed opposition for good reason. It works for
high net worth households, not for others, America’s
Trump Raises the Stakes in Syria
Trump Raises the Stakes in Syria by Stephen Lendman His actions so far
show he wants continued war, not resolution. Terror-bombing continues,
targeting Syrian infrastructure, massacring civilians. On March 8,
al-Matab village was struck, killing about two dozen civilians,
including women and children - the mission conducted on the phony
pretext of combating terrorism America supports. Trump upped
Mar 08
Obama Monitoring Trump
Obama Monitoring Trump by Stephen Lendman Former presidents usually
respect the right of their successors to govern without interference.
Obama changed the rules, maybe supported by big money backers like
George Soros and likeminded international con men. Perhaps he’s involved
in staging anti-Trump protests, challenging him in underhanded ways
instead sticking to justifiable criticism. Reportedly
Racist Israeli Bill Aims to Muffle Islamic Calls to Prayer
Racist Israeli Bill Aims to Muffle Islamic Calls to Prayer by Stephen
Lendman Calls to prayer five times daily is traditional in Muslim
societies and communities. On March 8, racist Knesset members passed a
first reading (55 for to 48 against) of a measure to muffle amplified
calls to prayer in Israel and occupied East Jerusalem - a so-called
Muezzin Bill, referring to the individual chanting the
Trump's Pay or Die Healthcare Plan
Trump’s Pay or Die Healthcare Plan by Stephen Lendman Proposed
Trumpcare is a boon to America’s privileged and sickness industry, a
bane for most others - leaving millions more uninsured than under
Obamacare. The plan released Monday will likely be revised before
Congress votes on it later this year. If enacted, change will come next
year and in 2020. Trump’s promise of improved healthcare for ev
Big Brother Spying by America
Big Brother Spying by America by Stephen Lendman US spy agencies
trample on Bill of Rights protections. Their spying domestically and
abroad is pervasive. Anything goes is official policy, rule of law
principles circumvented. Edward Snowden earlier said he hoped his
revelations would make people worldwide aware of how their freedoms and
protections are compromised. Mass surveillance goes on in wa
Hawaii Challenges Trump's Travel Ban
Hawaii Challenges Trump’s Travel Ban by Stephen Lendman It’s the first
state to file suit, challenging Trump’s revised travel ban. The new
version resembles the old one with a face lift. State attorneys said
court filings coming Wednesday request a federal judge to issue a
temporary restraining order, blocking Trump’s executive order. Law
Professor Neal Katyal representing Hawaii said while “the
NYT Healthcare Legislation Hypocrisy
NYT Healthcare Legislation Hypocrisy by Stephen Lendman The Times was a
leading Obamacare advocate, praising what warrants condemnation - in an
editorial titled “Health Care Reform, at Last,” saying: “The process
was wrenching…Barack Obama put his presidency on the line for an
accomplishment of historic proportions…a triumph for countless Americans
who have been victimized or neglected by their d
Mar 07
Ben Carson Calls Black Slaves Immigrants
Ben Carson Calls Black Slaves Immigrants by Stephen Lendman On Monday,
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson called African slaves
“immigrants” in remarks to HUD staff, saying new arrivals in America
worked long hours for little pay. For hundreds of years, slaves came
before them. “That’s what America is about, a land of dreams and
opportunity,’’ he said. “There were other immigrants
Bahrain Regime Moves to Eliminate Opposition
Bahrain Regime Moves to Eliminate Opposition by Stephen Lendman
Al-Wefaq was Bahrain’s largest political society, its most popular. Last
July, it was suspended and dissolved. The National Democratic Action
Society (Wa’ad) is the country’s leading secular opposition. On Monday,
the ruling al-Khalifa regime began legal proceedings to dissolve it over
fabricated claims about “incit(ing) acts of terr
Trump Co-opted to Stay Hardline on Russia
Trump Co-opted to Stay Hardline on Russia by Stephen Lendman After a
few weeks in office, Trump abandoned notions of improved ties with
Russia. Putting Russophobes in charge of defense, national and homeland
security dashed hopes for better relations. The reported upcoming
appointment of Russophobe Fiona Hill as White House Director for Europe
and Russia provides more evidence. American geopoliti
Regime Brutality in Iraq
Regime Brutality in Iraq by Stephen Lendman US-installed prime minister
Haider al-Abadi is at war with his own people, massacring them in the
battle for Mosul. Amnesty International called human rights in the
country “dire.” Civilians are threatened by violence instigated by ISIS
and their own government, regime forces killing them indiscriminately -
earlier in Anbar province, currently in Mosul
Trump and Netanyahu Discuss Nonexistent Iranian Threat
Trump and Netanyahu Discuss Nonexistent Iranian Threat by Stephen
Lendman Both leaders are militantly anti-Iran. On Monday, they spoke by
phone, discussing nonexistent Iranian “malevolent behavior.” A White
House readout said they “discussed the need to counter continuing
threats and challenges facing the Middle East region.” The main threat
posed by US and Israeli belligerence wasn’t explained,
Israel Denies Entry to Foreign BDS Supporters
Israel Denies Entry to Foreign BDS Supporters by Stephen Lendman On the
day Trump released his revised travel ban targeting designated Muslim
countries, Israeli hardline MKS passed legislation banning foreign BDS
supporters from entering its territory and areas it controls. Both
actions warrant universal condemnation, each abhorrent - Trump’s scheme
to keep out unwanted Muslims, unrelated to bord
Mar 06
Trump's New Travel Ban
Trump’s New Travel Ban by Stephen Lendman His new executive order ,
issued Monday, reworked his earlier one - rejected at the federal
district and appeals court levels. How this one fares remains to be
seen. It’ll likely be challenged. Like the earlier one, it’s all about
politics, unrelated to border control and keeping the nation safe from
foreign terrorists - ISIS and others Washington created
Ukrainian Putschists Sue Russia
Ukrainian Putschists Sue Russia by Stephen Lendman Kiev’s illegitimate
regime is suing Russia in the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on
false charges of violating the International Convention for the
Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism and the International
Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination.”
Let’s get this straight. The US-installed putschist regime i
Obamagate Scandal
Obamagate Scandal by Stephen Lendman If Obama ordered Trump Tower
wiretapped as Donald Trump claims, evidence may or may not be easily
obtained. If FISA court authorization occurred, a congressional inquiry
could prove it. If conducted warrantless by the NSA, CIA or FBI,
verifying Trump’s claim will be much harder. Cooperation by agency heads
would be needed. NSA director Admiral Michael Rogers i
Humanitarian Disaster in Mosul, Iraq
Humanitarian Disaster in Mosul, Iraq by Stephen Lendman Media
scoundrels ignore US-led terror-bombing, massacring Mosul civilians
mercilessly - on the phony pretext of liberating the city from ISIS
terrorists America created and supports. The ongoing battle isn’t what
it seems. Thousands of ISIS fighters were redeployed from Mosul to Syria
last October. A corridor opened by America let them flee.
The NYT Dismisses a Potential Obamagate Scandal
The NYT Dismisses a Potential Obamagate Scandal by Stephen Lendman
Throughout Obama’s tenure, The Times supported his criminality and other
abuses of power - his imperial aggression in multiple theaters,
subservience to Wall Street and other corporate favorites, crushing
neoliberal harshness harming America’s most vulnerable, and police state
ruthlessness. He let Big Brother spy on everyone legal
Trump to Separate Undocumented Refugee Mothers from Children?
Trump to Separate Undocumented Refugee Mothers from Children? by
Stephen Lendman According to Reuters , “(w)omen and children crossing
together illegally into the United States could be separated by US
authorities under a proposal being considered by the Department of
Homeland Security” - citing unnamed government sources. The idea is to
discourage mothers in unfavored countries from coming to Am
Mar 05
Trump Asks Congress to Investigate Obama Over Wiretapping
Trump Asks Congress to Investigate Obama Over Wiretapping by Stephen
Lendman On Sunday, his press secretary Sean Spicer issued a statement,
saying reports “concerning potentially politically motivated
investigations immediately ahead of the 2016 election are very
troubling.” “President Donald J. Trump is requesting that as part of
their investigation into Russian activity, the congressional intel
US War on Humanity
US War on Humanity by Stephen Lendman Endless US wars rage in multiple
theaters, Trump continuing Bush/Cheney/Obama aggression against
sovereign independent countries posing no threat to America or any other
country. Civilians are harmed most in all wars. America and Israel
consider them legitimate targets, massacring them mercilessly,
accountability not forthcoming. The Pentagon admitted to kill
Trump's Wiretapping Accusation: Part of a Coup Plot if True
Trump’s Wiretapping Accusation: Part of a Coup Plot if True by Stephen
Lendman Pre-and-post election, pro-Hillary dark forces, supported by
media scoundrels, invented reasons to vilify Trump, wanting him
delegitimized. Failing to prevent his electoral triumph, relentless
attacks continue. Targeting key administration officials Michael Flynn,
Jeff Sessions, Kellyanne Conway and likely others to co
Trump Abandons Cooperation with Russia
Trump Abandons Cooperation with Russia by Stephen Lendman Trump’s
campaign rhetoric about cooperating with Russia in combating terrorism
was bluster without follow-through, according to AP News , saying: He’s “
telling advisers and allies that he may shelve, at least temporarily,
his plan to pursue a deal with Moscow on the Islamic State group and
other national security matters, according to adm
Banning Howard Zinn's Books
Banning Howard Zinn’s Books by Stephen Lendman Best remembered as an
activist historian, scholar, educator, and author of numerous books,
including his notable “People’s History of the United States,” Zinn died
in January 2010 at age 87. He impacted the lives of his students,
readers and many others, including my own. He wrote about history too
few others teach, never discussed by major media. He
Trump Increasing US Aggression
Trump Increasing US Aggression by Stephen Lendman World conditions
remain perilously unsafe under Trump. Hope for something better vanished
in the early days of his administration. Major media reports are always
suspect. It remains to be seen if two discussed below prove true. On
Friday, ABC News said “(t)he Pentagon has quietly ordered new commando
deployments to the Middle East and North Africa
Mar 04
Trump Tower Wiretapped by Obama?
Trump Tower Wiretapped by Obama? by Stephen Lendman According to Trump,
Obama wiretapped Trump tower pre-election, tweeting: “Terrible! Just
found out that Obama had my ‘wires tapped’ in Trump Tower just before
the victory. Nothing found. This is McCarthyism!” “Is it legal for a
sitting President to be -‘wire tapping’ a race for president prior to an
election? Turned down by court earlier. A NEW
Deputy NATO Commander Threatens War on Russia
Deputy NATO Commander Threatens War on Russia by Stephen Lendman
Neocons infest Europe like Washington, eager for wars, deploring peace
and stability, threatening humanity with their militancy. Appearing on
state-owned, operated and controlled BBC, deputy NATO commander General
Adrian Bradshaw urged “a grand strategy” to counter a nonexistent
Russian threat, including so-called “hybrid war.” NATO
Tit for Tat: Trump Hits Back
Tit for Tat: Trump Hits Back by Stephen Lendman Envoys represent their
countries abroad, at the UN, or as ambassadors-at-large, serving in
various capacities. In foreign capitals, they’re liaisons between their
home and host nation. Their duties involve understanding policies of the
nations they’re assigned to, including as they unfold daily, providing
important information to their governments b
Does Trump Want War or Peace in Syria?
Does Trump Want War or Peace in Syria? by Stephen Lendman Syria is
Obama’s war. It’s now Trump’s. His actions belie his rhetoric so far.
Campaigning last October, he said “I don’t like Assad at all, but Assad
is killing ISIS. Russia is killing ISIS and Iran is killing ISIS.” A
good thing. Last month, he said he’ll establish “safe zones” and have
Gulf states pay for them. Syria justifiably rejects
The NYT War on Truth
The NYT War on Truth by Stephen Lendman On issues mattering most, The
Times features fake news, not the real thing. On March 1, its editors
lied headlining “Russia Sides With Chemical Weapons,” saying: “Russia
proved again on Tuesday that there is no crime heinous enough to make it
turn against Syria’s president, Bashar al-Assad. It vetoed a resolution
before the United Nations Security Council t
America's Major Media: A Cesspool of Misinformation
America’s Major Media: A Cesspool of Misinformation by Stephen Lendman
The late actor/writer/comedian Ernie Kovacs once said he knew why
television is called a medium - “because it’s neither rare nor well
done.” The same applies to so-called print journalism - like television,
featuring fake news, not the real thing. The deplorable state of
America’s media keeps reaching for new lows of misreport
Mar 03
Trump to Appoint Russophobe as White House Director of Europe and Russia
Trump to Appoint Russophobe as White House Director for Europe and
Russia by Stephen Lendman Improving ties with Russia was lost when Trump
chose Mattis for defense, replaced National Security Advisor Michael
Flynn with HR McMaster - perhaps the coup de grace with the expected
announcement of Russophobe Fiona Hill as White House Director for Europe
and Russia. She heads the hawkish Brookings Inst
Will Trump Try Ousting Venezuelan President Maduro?
Will Trump Try Ousting Venezuelan President Maduro? by Stephen Lendman
Previous Bush/Cheney and Obama administration regime change efforts
failed. Washington considered Hugo Chavez a regional enemy. The same
goes for current President Nicolas Maduro. It wants him toppled, a
US-installed puppet replacing him, Bolivarian fairness ended,
state-owned enterprises privatized, and control gained over Ve
Wanting Improved Ties with Russia Considered Heresy
Wanting Improved Ties with Russia Considered Heresy by Stephen Lendman
Anti-Russia sentiment in Washington matches McCarthy era witch-hunt
hysteria. It’s more dangerous because of bipartisan hawks infesting
Congress and the administration in key defense, national security and
intelligence positions. Instead of Dwight Eisenhower warning of the
dangers of the military/industrial complex in his fare
The NYT Wants Trump Delegitimized and Ousted from Office
The NYT Wants Trump Delegitimized and Ousted from Office by Stephen
Lendman He won. Hillary lost. It should have ended there. Yet nearly
four months post-election, rage against him continues - for the wrong
reasons, not the right ones. Legitimate criticism is warranted,
gratuitous bashing despicable. He’s targeted for defeating media darling
Hillary and rhetorically wanting improved relations wit
Good, Bad and Mixed News on Syria
Good, Bad and Mixed News on Syria by Stephen Lendman First the good.
Syria’s military said the historically important, strategically located
city of Palmyra and surrounding areas were liberated, ISIS terrorists
routed after weeks of fighting. According to Russia’s General Staff,
Main Operations Department head Gen. Sergei Rudskoi, “(t)he city has
been fully liberated by now, and the government tr
US Terror-Bombs Yemen
US Terror-Bombs Yemen by Stephen Lendman Drone terror-bombings began
under Bush/Cheney, continued under Obama, now under Trump, Saudi Arabia
involved as a convenient US proxy. On January 29, a deadly US special
forces raid on a Yemeni village massacred at least two dozen civilians,
achieving nothing but deaths and destruction. Days later, Trump press
secretary Sean Spicer lied, claiming “(w)e gat
Mar 02
Fake News Calls Russia's Envoy to Washington a Spy
Fake News Calls Russia’s Envoy to Washington a Spy by Stephen Lendman
Reckless US Russia bashing is reminiscent of US propaganda preceding all
its wars, vilifying targeted countries and their leaders before
attacking them. The possibility of the world’s dominant nuclear powers
clashing militarily should terrify everyone. Nuclear armageddon could
follow. Permanent wars reflect longstanding US poli
Shadow Cabinet to Challenge Trump
Shadow Cabinet to Challenge Trump by Stephen Lendman It’s standard
practice in Britain, not in America, a shadow cabinet never before
formed to challenge a US administration. In the UK, it’s done nothing to
change irresponsible governance, at least not in recent decades. Expect
nothing positive from the US initiative. Why now? Why Trump? Why
weren’t the deplorable Clintons, Bush/Cheney and Obama
AG Jeff Sessions on the Carpet Over Nothing
AG Jeff Sessions on the Carpet Over Nothing by Stephen Lendman It’s
hard feeling sympathy for a man with a history of racist opposition to
equal rights and protections under the law for all Americans. Still,
vilifying him for conversations he apparently had with Russia’s
ambassador to America, Sergey Kislyak, during the presidential campaign
when he was a US senator is way over-the-top and unjust
Donbass Nationalizes Oligarch Enterprises
Donbass Nationalizes Oligarch Enterprises by Stephen Lendman On March
1, the Donetsk and Lugansk People’s Republics (DPR and LPR) nationalized
Ukrainian oligarch enterprises - notably those owned by Rinat Akhmetov,
one of Ukraine’s richest businessmen, earlier a member of its
parliament. He and other oligarchs reportedly helped fund Washington’s
Euromaidan coup, replacing democratic governance wi
Phony Accusations of Russia Bombing US-Supported Fighters in Syria
Phony Accusations of Russia Bombing US-Supported Fighters in Syria by
Stephen Lendman Commander of US forces operating illegally in Syria and
Iraq, General Steven Townsend, falsely accused Russia of bombing
US-backed (moderate) terrorists and Kurdish YPG fighters near Turkey’s
border. Moscow’s Defense Ministry categorically denied its warplanes or
Syria’s stuck areas claimed by Townsend, saying:
NYT Editors Bash Trump's Foreign Policy for the Wrong Reasons
NYT Editors Bash Trump’s Foreign Policy for the Wrong Reasons by
Stephen Lendman His domestic and foreign policies warrant serious
criticism this early in his tenure. Times editors prefer gratuitous
bashing, continuing efforts to delegitimize him pre-and-post-election -
vilification substituting for truth and full disclosure, typical of
their deplorable misreporting. Focusing on Trump’s Tuesday c
Mar 01
Provocative Deployment of US THAAD Missiles in South Korea
Provocative Deployment of US THAAD Missiles in South Korea by Stephen
Lendman Washington intends deploying so-called Terminal High Altitude
Area Defense (THAAD) anti-ballistic missile systems in South Korea.
They’re designed to intercept and down short, medium and
intermediate-range ballistic missiles in their terminal phase. Instead
of warheads, they rely on impact kinetic energy to destroy inco
Liberating Palmyra
Liberating Palmyra by Stephen Lendman The ancient Syrian city is a
UNESCO World Heritage site, seized by US-supported ISIS terrorists in
May 2015. It was liberated last March, retaken by thousands of ISIS
fighters in December. Government forces are close to freeing the city
again, according to the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA), saying its
military “establish(ed) control over the Palmyra Triangle
Trump Before Congress
Trump Before Congress by Stephen Lendman His Tuesday address was long
on making America safe for Wall Street, war profiteers and other
corporate predators, short on what’s most needed to serve all Americans
equitably and promote world peace. He focused on increased military
spending at a time major cuts are needed, combating terrorism without
explaining ISIS and likeminded groups are US creations
Water Wars
Water Wars by Stephen Lendman During the Nixon era, the 1972 Clean
Water Act covered “all waters of the US,” knowing they’re
interconnected. Yet Supreme Court decisions and subsequent agency
guidance left many of the nation’s waters unprotected for over a decade,
threatening supplies for millions of Americans, “putting 20 million
acres of wetlands at risk, and leaving 59% of all stream miles in t
Russia and China Veto Anti-Syria SC Resolution
Russia and China Veto Anti-Syria SC Resolution by Stephen Lendman On
Tuesday, Russia and China vetoed a draft US, UK, French Security Council
resolution, proposing sanctions on 11 Syrian military commanders, along
with banning the supply of helicopters to its government - based on
fabricated charges of its use of chemical weapons. Countries supporting
the resolution included America, Britain, Fra
Washington AWOL from Syria Peace Talks
Washington AWOL from Syria Peace Talks by Stephen Lendman Without US
involvement and commitment for conflict resolution, endless war will
continue - regime change remaining US policy unless proved otherwise,
thus far not apparent. On February 23, Geneva IV peace talks began, no
meaningful progress achieve so far. Chances for agreement on conflict
resolution look slim at best, impossible at worst.
Feb 28
Congressional Hawks Want More Defense Spending Than Trump Seeks
Congressional Hawks Want More Defense Spending Than Trump Seeks by
Stephen Lendman House Armed Services Committee chairman Mac Thornberry
(R. TX), his Senate counterpart John McCain (R. AZ), and likely most
other congressional hawks want more defense spending than Trump proposed
- his sought increase more than 80% of what Russia spent last year,
reported by RT. He wants already bloated spending f
Obama, Hillary and GW Bush on Trump
Obama, Hillary and GW Bush on Trump by Stephen Lendman His deplorable
record so far aside, Obama and GW Bush aren’t allies - for sure not
Hillary, still seething from her electoral loss, likely plotting
revenge, maybe involved in anti-Trump protests behind the scenes. On
Tuesday, Trump accused Obama of possibly being behind protests against
him and White House leaks - “because his people are cert
Trump's Wartime Budget
Trump’s Wartime Budget by Stephen Lendman Information on Trump’s budget
was leaked ahead of his Tuesday night address to Congress. It shows
he’s a wartime president like his predecessors, an imperial
interventionist, a big spender, mostly on the wrong things - at the
expense of too many of the right ones. He wants another $54 billion
added to already bloated military spending at a time America’s
Mass Slaughter and Destruction in Mosul
Mass Slaughter and Destruction in Mosul by Stephen Lendman Iraq was
Bush/Cheney’s war, following what began under Jimmy Carter. Obama
continued it. Trump owns it. Decades of US genocidal war on the cradle
of civilization continues on his watch - on the phony pretext of
combating ISIS, America’s creation used as imperial foot soldiers.
US-led so-called “coalition” terror-bombing is massacring civi
Pentagon Plan to Defeat ISIS?
Pentagon Plan to Defeat ISIS? by Stephen Lendman America created and
supports ISIS. So do NATO, Israel and other regional rogue states. It’s
heavy weapons and other material support don’t materialize out of thin
air. They come from foreign backers, including by US airdrops. Trump’s
stated intention to defeat ISIS so far is just political bluster. In
2014, Obama promised the same thing, saying “Am
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