France to Curtail Some Arms Exports to Turkey

The Associated Press Oct 12, 2019 In a statement, France reiterates opposition to the Turkish military operation, which is facing growing international condemnation. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )

Ethiopia’s Reformist PM Abiy Ahmed Wins Nobel Peace Prize

ELIAS MESERET and CARA ANNA / The Associated Press Oct 11, 2019 His sweeping reforms and embrace of a bitter rival are called an inspiration and hopeful counterpoint to strongman movements beyond Africa. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

When Will Americans Realize We’re Not the Good Guys?

Tom Engelhardt / TomDispatch Jul 3, 2019 Thank the troops for their service if you're so inclined, but let's not delude ourselves about our imperial ambitions across the globe. Dig deeper ( 10 Min. Read )

Give Trump ‘Credit’ on Iran (But Not Much)

Maj. Danny Sjursen / Truthdig Jun 24, 2019 American foreign policy now rests on the whims of one highly unstable man. Perhaps we should be relieved when he exercises restraint. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Ilhan Omar Won’t Be Cowed by Trump

Amy Goodman and Denis Moynihan / Democracy Now! May 2, 2019 If her latest remarks are any indication, the Minnesota congresswoman refuses to let death threats dull her criticism of the president. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Fascism by Another Name

Jacob Bacharach / Truthdig Mar 12, 2019 In The Atlantic, David Frum argues that liberals must curtail immigration—or authoritarians will. He’s already chosen his side. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Ilhan Omar’s Critics Are Not Your Friends

Jacob Bacharach / Truthdig Mar 5, 2019 A smear campaign against the congresswoman reveals the naked opportunism of the right. Liberals can’t turn their backs on a true ally. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

At Least 60 Dead in U.S. Airstrikes on Somalia

ABDI GULED / The Associated Press Dec 17, 2018 The military says the attacks were launched in coordination with Somalia's government and targeted extremist groups. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

All That’s Left for the U.S. to Do in Afghanistan Is Lose

Maj. Danny Sjursen / Truthdig Dec 5, 2018 These days everything our military touches turns to dust. It's possible this war is already over, only Washington won't concede it. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

The Insidious Myth of the Magical American Soldier

Maj. Danny Sjursen / Truthdig Oct 30, 2018 We revere our troops as warriors. But it's dangerous to believe their mere presence in the Greater Middle East can achieve the miraculous. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Under Trump, Congressional Candidate Could Have Been Barred From the U.S.

Juan Cole / Informed Comment Aug 15, 2018 Ilhan Omar, a refugee from Somalia and a Muslim, wins the Democratic primary for Minnesota’s 5th District House seat, hoping to succeed Keith Ellison. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

The Legacy of Infinite War

Nick Turse / TomDispatch Aug 6, 2018 While so much about the War on Terror ... turned Global War on Terrorism ... turned World War IV ... turned “infinite war” ... seems repetitious, the troops most associated with this conflict—the U.S. Special Operations forces—have seen changes galore. Dig deeper ( 11 Min. Read )