Imperialism and the Politics of Torture
James Petras Introduction The US Senate Report documenting CIA torture of alleged terrorist suspects raises a number of fundamental questions about the nature and operations of the State, the relationship and the responsibility of the Executive Branch… more »
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July 4th reprieve for Bradley Manning after prosecution rests
By Rady Ananda COTO Report As the nation readies itself for its annual celebration of freedom, the modern U.S. government seeking to severely punish hero whistleblower, Bradley Manning, rested its case prosecuting him for 21 charges, including 'aiding… more »
On this tenth anniversary of the invasion of Iraq, a reminder, according to the UN charter, the invasion was illegal
by chycho The war in Iraq is not over, not by a long shot. For decades to come we will have to deal with what the United States and its allies have unleashed. It’s anyone’s guess if those responsible for this war of aggression (crime against peace) will… more »
Welcome to the New Syria
By Michael Collins The assault on Damascus by Syrian rebels and terrorist murder of the Syrian Defense Minister occurred just as the Red Cross announced that the fighting in Syria was officially a civil war. This is an odd reward system for military… more »
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War crimes in Libya and the March shift
By Michael Collins Foreign Policy just published a roundup of weapons contributed to the Libyan rebels in the regime change effort. The e-Journal is a publication of the Washington Post. Colum Lynch's April 4 article relies on the March 20 UN report to… more »
Blagojevich gets 14 years, but what about these guys?
By Michael Collins (Washington, DC) Former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich just got 14 years in prison. He wheeled and dealed to leverage contributions and other favors based on his position as governor. He was indicted by former special prosecutor… more »
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War Crimes in Libya - The Smoking Guns
The UN said in its resolution said that they wanted to protect civilians. I am a civilian. I'm asking the United Nations and the National Transition Council for help for the citizens of Sirte. Ali Salah Arzaga, Sirte, Libya. (His home and business were… more »
Who needs hasbara when you have AP 'analysis'?
DetainThis "Israelis . . . see themselves as a besieged nation surrounded by enemies who want them dead. Given the rocket attacks from both Hezbollah and Hamas — and the suicide bombing campaigns that killed hundreds of Israelis — their… more »
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