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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

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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

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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

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Iran’s Ex-Defence Minister Claims US Became All-Out ‘Terrorist State’ After Soleimani Killing

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The Quds Force general commanded the country’s extraterritorial military and intelligence operations for over two decades before being assassinated in Baghdad by a US drone on January 3, with his death leading to a dramatic escalation of tensions between Tehran and Washington. … Read More >Iran’s Ex-Defence Minister Claims US Became All-Out ‘Terrorist State’ After Soleimani Killing

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US-led coalition military base ‘impacted’ after multiple rockets fired at Baghdad’s Green Zone

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The US-led coalition has confirmed its base in Iraq was hit after the heavily fortified Green Zone came under rocket fire on Saturday night, with multiple blasts reported in the vicinity of the US Embassy. … Read More >US-led coalition military base ‘impacted’ after multiple rockets fired at Baghdad’s Green Zone

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The Philippines Want the U.S. Out and They Are Not Alone

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The pawns of the Grand Chessboard are starting to move much more boldly – in an unpredicted by the punditry decision the Philippines have asked U.S. forces to leave their islands indefinitely. It was impossible to think even 10 or 15 years ago that a country as completely militarily helpless as the Philippines would dare to stand up to Uncle Sam, but now this has become a reality. … Read More >The Philippines Want the U.S. Out and They Are Not Alone

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Ending ‘endless war’? US & Taliban reach ‘violence reduction agreement’ that could lead to Afghanistan pullout

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Washington and Taliban militants have reportedly agreed on a seven-day “violence reduction” in Afghanistan. If upheld, it could open doors for another deal that would see US troops withdraw after 19 years of conflict … Read More >Ending ‘endless war’? US & Taliban reach ‘violence reduction agreement’ that could lead to Afghanistan pullout