How the Lebanon Ceasefire Could Make It Harder to End the War on Iran
The deal is a welcome reprieve from Israel’s bombing — but separating Lebanon from the ceasefire with Iran sets a dangerous precedent.
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Israel Will Keep Occupying Lebanon Despite Ceasefire
Reduced violence is welcome, but the Gaza “ceasefire” has meant continued genocide. We can't let them get away with it in Lebanon.
The Forever Spoiler: Netanyahu Has Been Blowing Up Diplomacy With Iran for Decades
Israel’s vicious attack on Lebanon emerged as the biggest threat to the Iran ceasefire. That might be intentional.
DOJ Wants to Scrap Watergate-Era Rule That Makes Presidential Records Public
Killing the Presidential Records Act would allow private individuals to hold the keys to American history, forever.
How the War Strengthened Iran’s Hand Against the U.S. and Israel
Survival of the regime alone was a victory — but its demonstration of control over the Strait of Hormuz may be a strategic game-changer.
The Media Just Can’t Help Turning Iran Fighter Jet Rescue Into “Black Hawk Down”
Everyone reported the exact same story at the exact same time — and they all relied on the same liars who got us into this mess.
Far-Right Religious Leaders Advising Trump See Iran as an End Times Holy War
By making Iran into a religious crusade, Trump’s spiritual advisers are making the war that much more difficult to end.
Conversion Therapy Gets Speech Protections — But Trans Kids’ Existence Gets No Protection at All
The Supreme Court ruling has far-reaching, terrifying potential consequences — and not just for trans youth.
Trump's FCC Chief Says His Censorship Protects the Little Guy. It Really Serves One Powerful Man.
When you look at the fights FCC chair Brendan Carr actually picks, they aren’t local stories at all. They’re tailored for Donald Trump.
Trump Wanted to Replicate His Venezuela “Success” in Iran. What Has It Even Looked Like?
Trump carried out regime change without a change of regime in Venezuela. Time will tell what that means for the country.