Tag: US military presence

Categories World

‘Just leave’: Afghanistan withdrawal is no-brainer, but ‘deep state’ controls US foreign policy, says ex-Virginia lawmaker

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A truce between US troops and the Taliban in Afghanistan could result in American forces finally exiting the country, but there are powerful interests that want the war to continue, former Virginia senator Richard Black told RT. … Read More >‘Just leave’: Afghanistan withdrawal is no-brainer, but ‘deep state’ controls US foreign policy, says ex-Virginia lawmaker

Categories Asia & Pacific

US wargames in South Korea might be scaled back over coronavirus fears – or lack of funding deal with Seoul

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News that the US and South Korea are considering downsizing joint military drills – ostensibly due to coronavirus concerns – comes as the Pentagon is trying to twist Seoul’s arm into paying billions for the upkeep of US garrisons. … Read More >US wargames in South Korea might be scaled back over coronavirus fears – or lack of funding deal with Seoul

Categories Middle East

US ‘shamelessly & impudently’ PILLAGES Syrian oilfields but forbids supply of hydrocarbons to Damascus, says Russian defense chief

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Russia’s Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu slammed the US for occupying Syrian oilfields, calling it a major obstacle to the reconstruction of the country after the conflict. … Read More >US ‘shamelessly & impudently’ PILLAGES Syrian oilfields but forbids supply of hydrocarbons to Damascus, says Russian defense chief

Categories USA

Explaining Syria: It’s Everyone’s Fault Except the U.S. and Israel

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The first week in February was memorable for the failed impeachment of President Donald Trump, the “re-elect me” State of the Union address and the marketing of a new line of underwear by Kim Kardashian. Given all of the excitement, it was easy to miss a special State Department press briefing by Ambassador James Jeffreyheld on February 5th regarding the current situation in Syria. … Read More >Explaining Syria: It’s Everyone’s Fault Except the U.S. and Israel

Categories Op-ed

Philippines quitting military alliance with US may cause domino effect & is sure to spoil Washington’s anti-China drumbeat

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The scrapping by the Philippines of a military partnership with the US occurs with rather embarrassing timing for Washington, as it seeks to rally its allies to adopt America’s hostile line towards China. … Read More >Philippines quitting military alliance with US may cause domino effect & is sure to spoil Washington’s anti-China drumbeat