Trump Dodges Accountability in Iraq, Suggests Region Owes US ‘Billions’

As the death toll rises amid continuing mass anti-government demonstrations in Iraq, US President Donald Trump appears to be developing amnesia concerning their hand in the country’s current state of affairs as they co-opt protester claims of not receiving a proper cut of region’s oil revenue. … Read More >Trump Dodges Accountability in Iraq, Suggests Region Owes US ‘Billions’

$160mn spent & 5 years in making: Netanyahu’s Air Force One malfunctions AHEAD of test flight

Israel’s first-ever Air Force One has suffered a brake malfunction ahead of its first test flight. The ambitious project, conceived by PM Benjamin Netanyahu five years ago, has repeatedly drew criticism over its staggering cost. … Read More >$160mn spent & 5 years in making: Netanyahu’s Air Force One malfunctions AHEAD of test flight

Grounding of China-made drones by US Interior ‘abuse of concept of national security,’ Beijing says

The US Department of the Interior has grounded its entire fleet of 800 drones over a claim that their Chinese origins may pose a threat to national security. Beijing said the move is abusive and discriminatory. … Read More >Grounding of China-made drones by US Interior ‘abuse of concept of national security,’ Beijing says