In this interview, renowned geopolitical analyst Robert D Kaplan argues that American power has been in decline for years, and this will likely get worse under Trump. "This time around, Trump is more experienced, he's more vindictive," Kaplan says.
He explores what this means for geopolitics, in particular in relation to other "great powers" China and Russia. Kaplan also explains his view that " [...]
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken admitted to local media that Washington began arming Kyiv long before Russia launched its special military operation in Ukraine, thus confirming Moscow’s accusations about the direct involvement of the US in the deliberate preparation of an armed conflict with Russia.
“We made sure that well before [the Russian military operation] happened, starting in Sep [...]
Antony Blinken admitted the U.S. supplied weapons to Ukraine months before Russia’s invasion, fueling Russian claims of provocation. Moscow asserts this validates its security concerns, while the U.S. credits the aid for bolstering Ukraine’s defense. [...]
There was a time when one earner could support an entire family. However, due to escalating costs in the 1970s, it became necessary for wives to enter the workforce. By the 1990s, even two incomes were insufficient, leading families to abandon savings. By the 2000s, with both partners working and no savings, families began borrowing well beyond their means to cope with inflation.
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How did Vladimir Putin rise into power? What is the truth about Vladimir Putin? Not many people know the story of how Putin came into power, but the US government made a colossal mistake after the fall of the Soviet Union, paving the way for a leader like Putin to rise up into power. In today's video we break down what went wrong, how Putin rose, and what happens next in Russia
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China is taking an increasingly assertive role in world affairs, helping to broker a restoration of relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia, offering a 12-point peace plan for Ukraine, and strengthening its relationships with European and Latin American powers. Last week, China continued its diplomatic outreach by offering to hold talks between Israel and Palestine.
"China doesn't want the Unit [...]
Every empire falls, no matter how long they reigned and how far their rule stretched. So is the empire we’re living under today - the US Empire - also crumbling? There are three symptoms of its impending demise that we can see from looking to the past.
Are We Living Through The End Of An Empire?
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While Donald Trump's supporters falsely claim he is an "isolationist", he is threatening to colonize the Panama Canal, annex Canada, and seize Greenland (and its rare earth elements). The Trump team also plans to invade Mexico, bomb Iran, and wage proxy war on China. Ben Norton explains.
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Amid an ongoing war with Russia, Ukraine faces a new challenge as Slovak PM Robert Fico warns of a 'serious conflict' over Kyiv’s refusal to extend the Russian gas transit deal. Fico accuses Zelensky of unfair relations and vows retaliation if gas flow isn't resumed. As EU nations scramble to secure energy, Slovakia joins Austria, Hungary, and Italy in supporting Russian gas transit. What’s ne [...]
Richard D. Wolff is an American economist and professor emeritus at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He is known for his critiques of economic inequality and his advocacy for worker cooperatives as a way to empower individuals and address systemic issues within the economy. Through his books, lectures, and public appearances, Wolff explores topics such as economic democracy and alternative [...]
Russian President Putin said NATO’s support for Ukraine is pushing Moscow beyond the point of no return and forcing the Russian Federation to retaliate. First, however, I want to begin with a report from Africa about a strange new disease in Uganda that makes people shake like they are dancing.
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In a dramatic twist, Russia may consider removing HTS from its terrorist list following Kadyrov’s appeal. Could this signal a bold new strategy to reshape Syria and confront U.S. influence? As Putin negotiates Russia’s military presence with Syria’s new rulers, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Is a new alliance brewing that could alter the balance in the Middle East?
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We are featuring this video interview with the option of subtitles in the following languages: English, French, Arabic, Farsi, Spanish, Turkish and Russian. Video: The Destruction of Countries. Syria…
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“There is still plenty of time before Donald Trump is inaugurated for Joe Biden’s team of cretins to start World War III. I think the biggest risk is that Israel may be emboldened to attack Iran and try to destroy sites, and may be encouraged to do so by the Biden lackeys. In short, American interference, at the behest of Netanyahu’s Israel, has left the Middle East in ruins, with over a mil [...]
Richard D. Wolff is an American economist and professor emeritus at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He is known for his critiques of economic inequality and his advocacy for worker cooperatives as a way to empower individuals and address systemic issues within the economy. Through his books, lectures, and public appearances, Wolff explores topics such as economic democracy and alternative [...]
Scott Ritter EXPOSES: U.S. and Turkey's Big Trap in Syria for Putin & Iran! WARN Israel's Reckless Move Scott Ritter exposes a bold strategy as the U.S. and Turkey allegedly set a trap in Syria targeting Putin and Iran, aiming to shift the regional power balance. Meanwhile, concerns grow over Israel's reckless actions, potentially escalating the conflict further. Is the Middle East on the brin [...]
The Syrian government was overthrown, and Salafi-jihadist rebels led by a rebranded version of Al-Qaeda called Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) took power in Damascus. US President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu boasted of helping topple Bashar al-Assad. NATO member Turkey played a key role as well. Ben Norton explains how the West dealt a major blow to the Axis of Resistance and Iran.Read [...]
Is the U.S. and NATO descending into all out conflict with Russia during the waning days of the Joe Biden presidency? Danny Haiphong brings special coverage of OPERATION DAWN's live event moderated by former UN Weapons Inspector Scott Ritter who brings with him a host of incredible voices of peace together to demand NO NUCLEAR WAR.
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One of Donald Trump’s most contentious promises was that he would end the NATO-orchestrated Ukrainian conflict almost immediately after taking office. However, after winning the election, he seems to be changing the tune. Namely, various sources are reporting that his plan includes the freezing of the conflict, with Ukraine becoming some sort of buffer zone … [...]
A top missile technology expert from the U.S. has claimed that there is no defense system in the world that can intercept Russia's new intermediate-range Oreshnik. Speaking to TASS News Agency, Theodore Postol dismissed claims that existing defense systems like Aegis Ashore, THAAD, Patriot and the Iron Dome could counter Russia's new cutting-edge ballistic missile.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian foreign m [...]
Join us in today's in-depth analysis as Scott Ritter and Colonel Douglas Macgregor delve into the unfolding Russia-Ukraine conflict. From the devastating impact of Russia's Orion missile to NATO's growing fractures, the strategic balance is shifting dramatically.
With Ukraine's counteroffensive faltering and Western unity under strain, Macgregor and Ritter reveal how these developments could res [...]
The US representative simply couldn’t believe what he saw at the UN Security Council after he astonishingly blocked yet another ceasefire resolution. The Palestinian representative spoke for over 15 minutes and completely destroyed the American argument for vetoing the ceasefire as he highlighted the US complicity in the ECR eases committed by the IDF.
The speech made by Majed Bamyan, the depu [...]