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July 2016Debunking Myths About The Crisis In VenezuelaPosted: Saturday, July 23, 2016 Bernie Sanders Campaign Chief Says Someone Must Be 'Accountable' for What DNC Emails Show Wikileaks hits DNC ahead of convention, competes with Kaine VP nomination Austin police body-slam black teacher, tell her blacks have 'violent tendencies' Libyans Protest At French Special Forces Presence The UN-backed government of Libya has dubbed the presence of French troops in the country a violation of national sovereignty, following France's admission they were preseence and that three had died near the eastern town of Benghazi. There were protests against "foreign interference" in several Libyan towns once the news had broken on Wednesday. Obama Rejects Claims U.S. Had Advance Knowledge of Turkey Coup President Barack Obama rejected claims that the U.S. had prior knowledge of last week's attempted coup in Turkey and urged Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to tamp down any rumors of American involvement. Did Russia save Erdogan? At least 80 killed in suicide bombing at Kabul protest More than 200 injured as Islamic State claims responsibility for attack on Hazara demonstration US-Backed Syrian 'Moderates' Behead 12-Year-Old The grisly beheading of a 12-year-old boy by U.S.-backed Syrian rebels spotlights Washington's creepy excuses for arming "moderate" jihadists who are barely distinguishable from Al Qaeda and ISIS, reports Daniel Lazare. U.S. "Vetted" And Armed Syria Terrorist Group That Beheaded Boy, Gave Them TOW Missiles Syria war: Aleppo tunnel bomb 'kills 38 government troops' Dozens of pro-government troops were killed when rebels blew up a tunnel underneath a building in the Syrian city of Aleppo, reports say. France to send artillery to Iraq in fight against ISIL French president announces plan to send artillery, but no ground troops, to combat ISIL in Iraq in August. Boeing: If We Can't Have Iran, Nobody Should Boeing Officials Fear Rival Airbus Could Have Market to Themselves Britain Quietly Backs Off Claims Saudis Aren't Committing War Crimes Admits Statements Defending Arms Sales Did Not Reflect Real Situation Nice attack: City refuses police call to delete CCTV images Drone Attack exposes US dirt and hypocrisy on human rights Drone strike reveals U.S. shameful hypocracy on human rights American Democracy Is a Shitshow American democracy is a shitshow that is insightful only unintentionally and captivating only in its grotesqueries. Donald Trump's Convention Speech Rings Terrifying Historical Alarm Bells Armageddon Approaches The Western pubic doesn't know it, but Washington and its European vassals are convincing Russia that they are preparing to attack. Eric Zuesse reports on a German newspaper leak of a Bundeswehr decision to declare Russia to be an enemy nation of Germany. We May Be at a Greater Risk of Nuclear Catastrophe Than During the Cold War Debunking Myths About The Crisis In Venezuela: An Insider's Perspective After three years as a correspondent in Venezuela, BBC's Daniel Pardo decided to share a look into five myths he's identified in relation to the country's situation, as perceived by people abroad. Those up-to-date with the news know that almost every mainstream media outlet paints a gloomy picture of famine, insecurity and censorship. But, how bad is the situation really? 3 officers killed; 3 injured in Baton Rouge Posted: Sunday, July 17, 2016 3 officers killed; 3 injured in Baton Rouge 1 suspect killed, no motive identified at this time Baton Rouge Gunman Was Former Marine According to CBS News, Long was honorably discharged from the Marines in 2010 after serving since 2005, reaching the rank of sergeant. He served in Iraq from June 2008 to January 2009, and records show he received several medals during his military career, including one for good conduct. Baton Rouge killer shared photo on Twitter of cop being shot Baton Rouge shooter identified as former marine, reportedly ex-Nation of Islam member Violence Haunts South Sudan as Civil War Flares Nick Turse The parched field in the town of Leer, South Sudan, was covered in a carpet of dried grass. Nearby was a sheet of corrugated metal — a roof to a home that, like most in this town, was now in ruins. Lying in the field were scattered clothes: a desert camouflage shirt in the pattern the U.S. military calls "chocolate chip," a blue T-shirt that read "Bird Game" with characters resembling those of the video game Angry Birds. Obama: 200 US Forces in Uganda to Help in South Sudan Uganda Loses $1 Million Daily in South Sudan Conflict Innocent civilians continue to die in U.S. drone strikes in Yemen Turkey's Attempted Coup Turkey's democracy is dead. It was dying anyway, as President Recep Tayyib Erdogan took over media outlets, arrested political opponents and journalists, and even re-started a war with the Kurds last autumn in order to win an election. Coup d'état attempt: Turkey's Reichstag fire? We are witnessing the consolidation of a new form of authoritarianism with a populist streak. 'US needs Erdogan as ally to put pressure on Russia,' but will never hand over Gulen Turkey Accuses US Of Being Behind Military Coup, Demands Extradition Of Cleric Gulen Turkey detains 'coup plotters' at base used by US: Reports Turkey coup: 2,700 judges removed from duty following failed overthrow attempt Turkey's highest judiciary council suspends judges and members of its own board for links to reformist Muslim leader Fethullah Gülen Alleged coup leader was once military attaché to Israel Former Turkish Air Force chief Akin Ozturk maintained army ties with Jewish state in the 1990s Putin calls Erdogan, hopes for speedy return to stability Russian President Vladimir Putin called his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday, describing the attempted coup as unacceptable and voicing hope for a speedy return to stability. New Ties Emerge Between Clinton And Mysterious Islamic Cleric Syrian state paper says failed Turkey coup fabricated Turkey coup: Soldiers say they were 'not aware they were part of coup attempt' They said commanders told them they were taking part in military manoeuvres Turkey coup attempt: President Erdogan orders round up of more than 6,000 in ruthless crackdown Erdogan Had It Coming: The Turkish Coup Failed, But Another Will Succeed Too late did Erdogan realise the cost of the role he had chosen for his country – when you can no longer trust your army, there are serious issues that need to be addressed Thousands in military detained as Turkey's government reasserts control after failed coup 28 Pages Reveal Evidence of Saudi Govt Involvement in 9/11 Hijackers Had Contact With Likely Saudi Intelligence Officers 29 Pages Revealed: Corruption, Crime and Cover-up Of 9/11 Blair to Bush on 9/12/01: 'Co-Opt' Sympathy for War Declassified communications from the U.K. to the U.S. show the depth of Blair's commitment to toppling Saddam Hussein Police arrest three in Nice as Islamic State claims truck attack Iran decries US failure to fulfill JCPOA obligations The Arguments Change, but the Effort to Kill the Iran Nuclear Agreement Continues FBI has found no evidence that Orlando shooter targeted Pulse because it was a gay club Britain faces the biggest crisis of democracy in its history. It's time to take power back. Welcome to prime minister Theresa May's new regime: it represents perhaps the most authoritarian, racist and austerity-obsessed government in British history. NATO Pledges Four More Years of War in Afghanistan Posted: Tuesday, July 12, 2016 SEND OUR WAR CRIMINALS TO THE HAGUE COURT This week's Chilcot report on Britain's role in the 2003 invasion of Iraq was as polite and guarded as a proper English tea party. No direct accusations, no talk of war crimes by then Prime Minister Tony Blair or his guiding light, President George W. Bush. But still pretty damning. Reality check: study finds no racial bias in police shootings A new study claims that while black people might experience more use of force by the police, they're no more likely to be shot – but the data is misleading Tanks, helicopters attack South Sudan vice president residence More than 300 dead as South Sudan capital is rocked by violence UN security council urges end to fighting in Juba between troops loyal to president and vice-president amid civil war fears Raids on factories aim to cause Yemen economy lasting damage: HRW Human Rights Watch said Monday that Saudi-led bombing raids against civilian factories in Yemen, which have killed scores, appear aimed at inflicting lasting economic damage to the war-ravaged country. The No-State Solution to the Israel-Palestine Conflict A paradigm shift is required to bring about a peaceful resolution to the world's most infamous conflict. President al-Assad: European parliamentarians should work to correct their governments' policies that caused problems NATO Pledges Four More Years of War in Afghanistan The longest war in US history just got even longer. As NATO wrapped up its 2016 Warsaw Summit, the organization agreed to continue funding Afghan security forces through the year 2020. Of course with all that funding comes US and NATO troops, and thousands of contractors, trainers, and more. Warsaw Summit: Western Leaders Ignore Reality US to send 560 more troops to Iraq to prepare for attack on Isis stronghold Forces to travel to newly taken airbase as Iraqi and US officials prepare to fight for Mosul – a battle which will define Islamic State's fate in the country Following Horrific Violence, Something More is Required of Us We need a profound shift in our collective consciousness in order to challenge an entrenched system of racial and social control -- and build a new America. Legalized Murder and the Politics of Terror If we do not revolt, the savagery, - that is the daily reality for poor people of color will become our reality. Demonstrations Against Police Violence Occupy Streets in US and UK Amid heightened tensions and fear for safety after deadly Dallas sniper ambush, Black Lives Matter protests against police violence took to the streets in major American cities and the UK Black Lives Matter Protest, Disrupt Major Cities Throughout USA Movement Against Police Violence Condemns Violence Against Police 'People cannot use Black Lives Matter as a scapegoat,' says US Congressman Officials Say Dallas Sniper, a Former US Army Soldier, Acted Alone Micah X. Johnson was a 'demented individual,' said President Obama. Dallas: Snipers kill 5 officers: Black Lives Matter Posted: Friday, July 8, 2016 Hillary Clinton Blames Whites, Cops for Deaths of Young Black Men Hillary Clinton used a CNN interview on Friday to completely embrace the Democrats’ claim that white people and cops must change to help reduce the number of African-Americans killed in tense exchanges with cops. Tennessee gunman who shot postal carrier dead and wounded three others before shootout with cops 'targeted white people after becoming angry at police shooting African Americans' Now video emerges showing off-duty NYPD cop shoot black man within seconds of road rage row breaking out – CONTRADICTING witness who said father 'beat the s***' out of officer Shootings in Dallas expose US election faultlines of policing, guns and race Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton call off campaign events because of mass shootings for second time this month, and give statements on the issues exposed Micah Xavier Johnson: Dallas suspect was Afghanistan war veteran, army says Johnson, 25, served in Afghanistan for eight months from 2013-2014 and had no known ties to terrorism and no criminal record, officials say 'Killing these officers is morally reprehensible': John Legend speaks out alongside Shonda Rhimes and Rashida Jones as heartbroken stars unite against Dallas shootings Micah Xavier Johnson identified as Dallas police shooting suspect The shooter said he 'wanted to kill white people, especially white officers' Micah X. Johnson: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know Suspect identified in deadly Dallas police shootings Family of Alton Sterling condemn Dallas shootings Dallas: Snipers kill 5 officers in deadliest day for law enforcement since 9/11 6 others wounded in planned ambush; shooters warned of bombs planted 'all over' downtown Dallas Police 'Ambush': 11 Officers Shot, 5 Killed During Protest Downtown Dallas was in lockdown early Friday after snipers shot 11 officers, five fatally, during a protest over deadly police shootings of black men elsewhere. Dallas Blacks Furious to Be Blamed for Murder of 5 Cops Fear turned to outrage by African Americans who felt, again, they were being blamed for a massacre of police by at least two unidentified assailants Thursday night. Obama: Saying 'Black Lives Matter Doesn't Mean Blue Lives Don't Matter' In the wake of the officer-related shootings of black men in Louisiana and Minnesota this week, President Barack Obama sought to quash concerns that to say "Black Lives Matter" negates that "Blue Lives Matter," too. Serena Williams speaks out alongside John Legend and Jourdan Dunn as heartbroken stars unite against Dallas shootings Jay Z Releases Song About Police Brutality After Philando Castile & Alton Sterling Shootings Beyoncé: 'We Don't Need Sympathy. We Need Everyone To Respect Our Lives' The artist posted a powerful statement urging fans to "take a stand and demand that they 'stop killing us.'" Minnesota Officers in Fatal Shooting of Philando Castile Identified Read the Transcript of the Video Taken During Philando Castile Shooting in Minnesota 'Appalled': Minnesota Governor Says Philando Castile Would Be Alive If He Were White Alton Sterling Shooting by Baton Rouge Police Sparks Outrage Police Confiscate Surveillance Video Of Alton Sterling Shooting Why The Cops Who Shot Alton Sterling Will Go Free California gang members charged in attacks targeting blacks Seven members of a notorious Los Angeles street gang with ties to the Mexican Mafia were charged in an indictment unsealed Thursday for their role in attacks targeting African-Americans. Sports Authority is selling everything — on Craigslist The Englewood-based retailer, which filed for bankruptcy protection in March, closed its headquarters in May and is in the process of liquidating 460 stores. Mumia Abu-Jamal's Fourth of July Posted: Tuesday, July 5, 2016 US oil reserves surpass those of Saudi Arabia and Russia The International Criminal Court (ICC) Will Not Prosecute Tony Blair In an astonishing revelation, the Daily Telegraph has established that Prosecutors at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague will examine the Chilcot Inquiry Report in to the Iraq invasion – due to be released on Wednesday 6th July... Haaretz Confirms: Britain Has Been Operating As An Israeli Puppet Within The EU Mumia Abu-Jamal's Fourth of July Many Americans Don't Have a Clue what the 4th of July is about — Here's a Reminder UAE tells citizens to leave robes at home after businessman held as Isis suspect in US Deputy ambassador apologises after Ohio receptionist calls 911 on man in formal dress, thinking he was a member of Isis Stop Giving Chickens Away, Bill Gates Bill Gates' philanthropic efforts are usually greeted with near-universal praise from people who love his money believe he is a great humanitarian, but Bill Gates knows very little about sustainable, intelligent development. U.S. Must End Its Occupation Of Afghanistan, Warns New Taliban Leader ISIS Repels US-Backed Forces From Syrian City of Manbij ISIS Recovers Previously Lost Villages in Surrounding Area Saudi Airstrikes Kill Dozens of Houthis in Yemen's Taiz Houthis Attempted to Push Into Key Base in City Somalia: U.S. Africom Arming Ex Somali Warlord to Fight Al Shabaab The Nonviolent History of American Independence Muslim man beaten outside Florida mosque that was attended by Orlando shooter With Russia as an ally, Serbia edges toward NATO Serbia is performing a delicate balancing act between its European aspirations, partnership with NATO and its centuries-old religious, ethnic and political alliance with Russia. |
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