India — and the World — After Gaza
Indian author and journalist Pankaj Mishra helps explain the new era of crisis that the world is entering upon.
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As Screws Tighten on Russia, a Warning About Civilian Harm of Sanctions
From Yemen to Cuba, sanctions have destroyed the lives of ordinary people as punishment for decisions made by their authoritarian rulers.
Norm Coleman Oversees GOP Congressional War Chest, Then Lobbies on Saudi Arabia’s Behalf
The former senator also oversees a dark-money group that pours funds into the Republican super PAC.
Congress Launches a New Bipartisan Effort to End the War in Yemen
Proponents have passed similar bills before, but this time they'll have to contend with a White House striving to rekindle relations with Saudi Arabia.
Obits Black Out Claims That Reagan Conspired to Keep Hostages in Iran Until After 1980 Election
Obituaries for Abolhassan Bani-Sadr, Iran's first post-revolution president, largely left out his claims about the "October Surprise."
Lesson From Ukraine: Breaking Promises to Small Countries Means They’ll Never Give Up Nukes
In the 1990s, world powers promised Ukraine that if it disarmed, they would not violate its security. That promise was broken.
How a Virginia Businesswoman Escaped Her Kidnappers in Iraq — and Later Returned to Finish Her Work
Sara Miran went to Basra to oversee a real estate project. An Iranian-backed militia grabbed her and demanded $2 million.
Two Decades Into Forever Wars, the Pentagon Finally Unveils Plan to Reduce Civilian Casualties
Experts cautiously praise the 36-page blueprint but stress its success or failure will depend on how it is implemented.
The War Caucus Always Wins
The new $857 billion defense bill lines the pockets of contractors and pushes the U.S. toward a new Cold War.
Months After Rep. Haley Stevens Hopped Districts, Allies Accuse Her Opponent of Carpetbagging
Michigan Rep. Andy Levin has lived in the newly drawn 11th District for most of his life. Stevens moved there in November.