Ahead of this year’s Munich Security Conference, due to begin on February 14th, its chairman Wolfgang Ischinger praised what he called President Putin’s “method” concerning security-issues in the Middle East.
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U.S. Says 11 US Troops Wounded in Iranian Missile Attack Despite Earlier Denials
The United States military has said that 11 of its troops were wounded in an Iranian retaliatory missile attack last week despite Washington’s initial claim denying casualties.
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What Part of “Go home” Don’t You Understand? – Iraq to US
Even amongst Iraq’s more pro-US factions, the calls for “Yankee go home” have grown increasingly louder. Yet, there are some sectors who still argued that when the resolution was passed to evict the US forces from Iraq, there were only Shia legislators and no Sunnis attending the session.
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Satellite Photos Confirm Iranian “Warning Slap” Missile Precision
Four decades of dealing with Western imperialist ambitions in the Middle East have taught the Iranians to rely on their own capability to repel future aggression by way of advancing its military capabilities. The short-range ballistic missile strikes into a US military airbase were not only successful, but also show precision, i.e. targeting only the equipment over personnel.
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The Israel Lobby’s Hidden Hand in the Theft of Iraqi and Syrian Oil
The outsized role of U.S. Israel lobby operatives in abetting the theft of Syrian and Iraqi oil reveals how this powerful lobby also facilitates more covert aspects of U.S.-Israeli cooperation and the implementation of policies that favor Israel.
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The Story of Daher Al-Umar Undermines Israel’s Own Origin Story
Akka, Haifa, Tabaria, are all cities with a rich Arab history which Daher made into thriving towns, and yet little memory of him exists, thanks to enormous efforts put forward by the state of Israel to control the historical narrative.
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Turkey is Not A Hotel for Jihadists, EU Must Provide A Grand Welcome
The attempt to grab Syria using ISIS terrorists for the benefit of Israel has failed and has been officially ended with the Russia-Turkey joint patrols over the Northeast Syrian border, specifically to provide a safer path for the reentry of more than a million Syrian refugees from Turkey. The big question now is: what to do with the thousands of ISIS militants still holed up in Turkish prisons and in the Idlib province?
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Israelis Voted for Occupation – Stop Pretending They Want Peace
Understanding where the Israelis’ principle truly lies when it comes to peace in the Middle East is to look back at the results of the elections, about 2 months ago.
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The New World is Emerging Before Us | Thierry Meyssan
It’s a time that only happens once or twice a century. A new world order is emerging. All previous references disappear. Those who were doomed to grieve triumph, while those who ruled are thrown into hell.
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Big Russian Moves from Middle East to Africa Causing New Level of Deep State Panic
A barrage of groundbreaking moves made by the Russian government continues to undermine the Deep State’s grip on its client states in Africa and the Middle East.
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Cauldrons Forming vs. Zionists in the Middle East
Not too long ago, the Israel Air Force was caught hiding behind a Russian surveillance plane operating outside the coastline of Syria to provoke an aerial defensive response from the Syrian Surface-to-Air Missile System [SAMS] that eventually killed all 20+ Russian personnel on board.
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Eastern Alliance Thwarted Shameless Deep State Offensives
In recent months, the Deep State started being openly aggressive against one of the thorns in the Greater Israel ambition in the Middle East, i.e. Beautiful Iran, through MOSSAD false attacks on multiple sovereign oil tankers plying the Strait of Hormus, as aided and abetted by a US carrier fleet assigned in the area specifically for the purpose of castigating Iran. Continue reading Eastern Alliance Thwarted Shameless Deep State Offensives
Fake Wars and Big Lies: The Muslim Brotherhood as Assassins
We are beginning the publication, episode by episode, of the new book by Thierry Meyssan, Right Before Our Eyes. It is an ambitious narration of the History of the last eighteen years, taken from the experience of the author in the service of several Peoples. Continue reading Fake Wars and Big Lies: The Muslim Brotherhood as Assassins
As Yemen Starves, International Aid Agencies Play Politics With Food
Yemeni authorities are accusing some international aid agencies of playing politics with food aid, correctly pointing out that financiers of the organizations are the very same countries participating in the war on Yemen. Continue reading As Yemen Starves, International Aid Agencies Play Politics With Food
30 British Marines Seized Iranian Oil Tanker
On July 4, a detachment of Royal Marines and the authorities in Gibraltar seized a supertanker suspected of carrying oil to Syria on the belief it was breaching EU sanctions. 30 Royal Marines from 42 Commando were involved in the operation targeting Grace 1 that had sailed from Iran. Continue reading 30 British Marines Seized Iranian Oil Tanker
Declassified: The Sino-Russian Masterplan To End U.S. Dominance In Middle East
Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin’s early June 2019 summit in Moscow with People’s Republic of China (PRC) Pres. Xi Jinping seems likely to have a disproportionate influence on the next phases of the crises unfolding in the greater Middle East, and therefore on the future of the region. Continue reading Declassified: The Sino-Russian Masterplan To End U.S. Dominance In Middle East
Moscow’s Strategy: To Win Everywhere, Every Time
Important events have occurred in the Middle East and North Africa in recent weeks that underline how the overall political reconfiguration of the region is in full swing. The Shia axis continues its diplomatic relations and, following Rouhani’s meeting in Baghdad, it was the turn of Adil Abdul-Mahdi to be received in Tehran by the highest government and religious authorities. Continue reading Moscow’s Strategy: To Win Everywhere, Every Time
'Time to Leave': Iraq MPs Call for Withdrawal of US Troops
This past week saw US President Donald Trump make a surprise Christmas visit to US troops stationed in Iraq. Only days prior to his visit, the mainstream media were in full-scale attack mode, charging Trump with being “the first President since 2002 not to visit the troops at Christmas.” Continue reading 'Time to Leave': Iraq MPs Call for Withdrawal of US Troops
Full US Troops Withdrawal from Syria Underway
President Donald Trump just ordered full US troops “quick” withdrawal from Syria after having “won against ISIS”. Continue reading Full US Troops Withdrawal from Syria Underway
The Real Reason Western Media & CIA Turned Against Saudi's MbS
Forces are aligning against Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince, lead by elements within the CIA and strong players in the mainstream media. But what is really behind this deterioration in relationship, and what are its implications? Continue reading The Real Reason Western Media & CIA Turned Against Saudi's MbS
Yemen Genocide About Oil Control
The ongoing de facto genocide in the Republic of Yemen in a war whose most intense phase began in 2015, has until very recently been all but ignored in the Western mainstream media. What has also been ignored is the fundamental casus belli for the US-backed Saudi war, ostensibly against the Shi’ite Houthi by the Sunni Wahhabite Saudis. Continue reading Yemen Genocide About Oil Control
Khashoggi Murder Made to Force Saudis to “Buy American”, Not Russian S-400
The response of the Trump administration and many U.S. politicians to Khashoggi’s disappearance is largely being guided by the military-industrial complex — in this case Lockheed Martin — but masquerading as a response motivated by “human rights.” Continue reading Khashoggi Murder Made to Force Saudis to “Buy American”, Not Russian S-400
It’s Saudi Arabia’s Turn to Feel the Heat, Here's why
Until a few weeks ago, all eyes were set on Israel’s post-mortem diplomacy with Russia in the aftermath of its sneak attack on Syria, which resulted in the untimely deaths of 15 Russian personnel onboard a surveillance aircraft. Now, it is Saudi Arabia’s turn to formulate a good public relations plan to mitigate the effects of the Khashoggi murder fiasco. Continue reading It’s Saudi Arabia’s Turn to Feel the Heat, Here's why
#NATOExit: Shift in Military Alliances
A major and far-reaching shift in military alliances is unfolding. Continue reading #NATOExit: Shift in Military Alliances
Holy Cow Israel Continue to Have its Way, So is Saudi Arabia
Deep State-sanctioned Israel bullying against inferior Gaza and Saudi’s airstrike against Yemeni civilian targets continue. The global community’s attention is somewhere else. While America has grown numb to the fact that its own government is complicit in all of these genocidal crimes that sometimes victimize its own people, too. Continue reading Holy Cow Israel Continue to Have its Way, So is Saudi Arabia
The Latest US Sanctions Point to a Declining World Superpower
On Monday 6th of August the United States imposed a fresh set of sanctions on Iran. These are intended as a prelude to even stronger sanctions to take effect in November. The clearly stated intention is to break the Iranian governments will to resist American demands, and to cause such domestic pain that the Iranian people Will rise in revolt against their government and bring about the long sought after (by the Americans) regime change. Continue reading The Latest US Sanctions Point to a Declining World Superpower
Sarkozy Indicted, Gadhafi Returns
French prosecutors charged the former French president Nicholas Sarkozy for accepting funds from the murdered Muammar Gadhafi, for his own presidential campaign. Presidential campaigns are one of the ways one can solicit funds from international donors in exchange for sacrificing his own country’s interests. Continue reading Sarkozy Indicted, Gadhafi Returns
As Two US Clients Squabble in Iraq, Tehran Emerges as the Winner
Notwithstanding the overwhelming vote the Kurdish referendum for independence received, there is no gainsaying that regional circumstances were far from suitable for such an undertaking, let alone its materialization. Iraq has just recovered from the clutches of rule of the self-styled Islamic State, and the last thing it wanted was loss of economic wealth in Kirkuk to Kurds. Continue reading As Two US Clients Squabble in Iraq, Tehran Emerges as the Winner
The House of Saud bows to the House of Putin
Saudi Arabia pivots to Russia, the new sheriff in town. What a difference a year – an eternity in geopolitics – makes. No one could see this coming; the ideological matrix of all strands of Salafi-jihadi terror – which Russia fights no holds barred, from ISIS/Daesh to the Caucasus Emirate – beating a path to the Kremlin and about to embrace Russia as a strategic ally. Continue reading The House of Saud bows to the House of Putin
Saudi King Salman's Moscow visit could create new Middle East dynamic
King Salman of Saudi Arabia’s official visit to Moscow marks the end of a long animus between Russia and Riyadh. While many will welcome this new reality, some traditional allies of both parties could be concerned at the potential ramifications of detente. Continue reading Saudi King Salman's Moscow visit could create new Middle East dynamic
New US' Afghanistan Strategy 'Puts Trump in a Silly Position', Here's Why
Trump said on Tuesday that the consequences of rapid withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan are “unacceptable,” as it will create a “vacuum” that will be filled by Daesh and al-Qaeda terrorist groups, adding that the number of US troops involved in operations in the country wouldn’t be released. Continue reading New US' Afghanistan Strategy 'Puts Trump in a Silly Position', Here's Why
Anti-Iran Sanctions: 'US Tool to Provoke Tehran into Ripping Nuclear Deal Up'
Neither Iran nor its business partners are interested in Tehran’s exit from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), expert on Mideast affairs Vladimir Sazhin told Sputnik, explaining that contrary to the panic-mongers’ belief Iran won’t be able to create an atomic bomb within weeks in case it withdraws from the nuclear deal. Continue reading Anti-Iran Sanctions: 'US Tool to Provoke Tehran into Ripping Nuclear Deal Up'
Don’t Kid Yourself, The US Will Still Continue 'Exporting Democracy'
Despite what Trump said in his policy-making speech, the US will still continue to destabilize rival governments, but it’ll just do so under different pretexts. Continue reading Don’t Kid Yourself, The US Will Still Continue 'Exporting Democracy'
It’s the opium, stupid: ‘Afghan surge guarantees CIA black-ops budget boost’
The CIA is also overjoyed because its black-ops budget – which is tied to the exponential growth of opium production in Afghanistan – is now secured possibly for another 20-50 years, claims Mike Raddie, co-editor of online site BSNews. Continue reading It’s the opium, stupid: ‘Afghan surge guarantees CIA black-ops budget boost’
War Worth Waging: Afghanistan’s Vast Reserves of Minerals and Natural Gas
US and NATO forces invaded Afghanistan almost 16 years ago in October 2001. It has been a continuous war marked by US military occupation. Continue reading War Worth Waging: Afghanistan’s Vast Reserves of Minerals and Natural Gas
Baghdad Wants More of Russia in Iraq
It’s not Russia that is forcing itself into the Middle East, but the countries that have grown weary and are tired of serving vested, genocidal interests, at the cost of their losing sovereignty, resources and security. The Iraqi government is sending its Vice President Nouri al-Maliki to purposely make such a request. Continue reading Baghdad Wants More of Russia in Iraq
Does Trump Want to Redo the 1953 CIA Coup in Iran?
Historian and author Ervand Abrahamian of Baruch College analyzes the recently revealed files on the CIA’s role in the 1953 Iran coup, as Trump officials and allies float the possibility of regime change in Tehran Continue reading Does Trump Want to Redo the 1953 CIA Coup in Iran?
Iraqi Armed Group Will Be Targeting US Commandos Soon, Here’s why…
The battle for the recovery of Mosul against ISIS is winding down, but Iraq is not happy with the US assistance it is receiving, and some segments of the Iraqi forces are now contemplating on attacking the US forces that are already there in Iraq.
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Crude, Blood, Turmoil: Story of US First 'Successful' Overseas Regime Change
Newly declassified CIA documents emphasize the agency’s significant role in the 1953 coup d’etat in Iran. While the CIA-led operation is still regarded by Washington as a “success,” it actually led to dire consequences for both Iran and America, RIA Novosti contributor Vladimir Ardayev wrote. Continue reading Crude, Blood, Turmoil: Story of US First 'Successful' Overseas Regime Change
The Qatar Blockade, Petro-Yuan & Coming War on Iran
Qatar hasn’t been playing ball with the US-approved, Saudi-led ‘isolate Iran’ program. Partly because Doha has made independence from Riyadh a hallmark of its foreign policy, but mostly because Qatar and Iran share the world’s largest natural gas field. Continue reading The Qatar Blockade, Petro-Yuan & Coming War on Iran
US Extortion vs. Qatar is Confirmed
It only took 5 days for the US to confirm that indeed it is extorting Qatar via proxy. On June 10, we made the strong case that just like Japan and other places, the Middle East countries are being extorted in exchange for their own security and an open market for its oil. Continue reading US Extortion vs. Qatar is Confirmed
US-led Coalition Admits Use of White Phosphorus in Mosul & Raqqa
They’ve been denying this for weeks, i.e. that they’ve been killing hundreds of civilians using highly illegal munitions, in the City of Mosul, Iraq and Raqqa City, Syria. But a New Zealand general broke his silence and made the first admission to the war crime. Continue reading US-led Coalition Admits Use of White Phosphorus in Mosul & Raqqa
Resurrecting Libya
Back in 2015, Vladimir Putin made a fiery speech at the UN, indicting the Obama administration for the destruction of Libya, and the murder of Muammar Gaddafi, among other geopolitical high crimes. Continue reading Resurrecting Libya
We have evidence of US direct support to ISIL | Iran
Sensing that the simultaneous diplomatic attack on Qatar, and the twin terrorist bombings of the Iranian Parliament and Khomeini Shrine, are all related and purposely directed to the country, Iran has announced that it is in possession of hard evidence and documents implicating the United States government in the terroristic activities of the Daesh Islamic State. Continue reading We have evidence of US direct support to ISIL | Iran
Riyadh Plan Backfires after Trump flip-flop & Turkey Ruse
Saudi Arabia’s standoff against Qatar was fraught with miscalculations and comically ill-conceived notions from the start. But now the crisis is becoming a threat to Riyadh’s own prominence and security in the Middle East. Continue reading Riyadh Plan Backfires after Trump flip-flop & Turkey Ruse
Is Qatar a Financier of Terror, or a Victim of Extortion by Proxy?
The Qatari government is being accused of funding terrorist groups by the equally guilty, Saudi Arabia and the rest of the Gulf Cooperation Council [GCC]. It is said to have paid the Al Qaeda to the tune of $1 billion, for the release of some of the members of the Qatari royalty, who were kidnapped in Iraq back in 2015. However, the funds never reached the kidnappers. Continue reading Is Qatar a Financier of Terror, or a Victim of Extortion by Proxy?
Trump's Sword Dance Sets Off the War of the Wahhabis | Pepe Escobar
US President Donald Trump could not possibly have predicted the game-changing after-effects of his triumphal sword dance in Riyadh. Or could he? Continue reading Trump's Sword Dance Sets Off the War of the Wahhabis | Pepe Escobar
Gulf Row Cover for West Arming Despots
The dramatic war of words that has erupted between Persian Gulf Arab states has the hallmarks of theatrics. Saudi Arabia and several of its allies are accusing Qatar of “sponsoring terrorism” and “destabilizing” the region. Continue reading Gulf Row Cover for West Arming Despots
Socialism’s Ignored Success Story
Western Corporatists have for decades waged an aggressive war on socialist states through economic sanctions and military embargo just to prove that capitalism is much superior to the latter. That is not, of course, the true measure of superiority. We would rather see how many of the people have actually benefited from such a system. Continue reading Socialism’s Ignored Success Story
Why Qatar is thrown out from Middle East Terror, Inc.?
Qatar has just been booted out from the “Iran is terrorist” crowd lead by Saudi Arabia. It’s only fault is, it dares to think peace with Iran as the third way for establishing harmony in the region. Four Arab states Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and Egypt decided to sever diplomatic ties with Qatar. Continue reading Why Qatar is thrown out from Middle East Terror, Inc.?
Abu Trump al-Amriki in Action!
Embattled at home in a do-or-die war (or “witch hunt”) against powerful factions of the deep state, President Trump, in the first stop of his first foreign trip, lands with pomp and circumstance in the ultimate totalitarian theocracy. Continue reading Abu Trump al-Amriki in Action!
Iranian President Rouhani Reelected
Iranian President Rouhani won a resounding reelection victory on Saturday with 23,549,616 votes or 57 percent of the total ballots. His nearest rival in the four-man race, Seyyed Ebrahim Raeisi, secured 15,786,449 votes, or 38.5 percent. Continue reading Iranian President Rouhani Reelected