The U.S. Army has finally released its massive publication examining its operations, successes, and failures in Iraq since 2003. The study, which includes over 1,000 declassified documents, was …
‘Tens of Thousands’ of Government Contractors Laid Off Due to Shutdown
While the country’s unemployment rates are at a low, the next report could reflect some side effects of the shutdown: namely “tens of thousands” of layoffs by contractors who are losing around $1.5 …
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Trump considering oil embargo, recognition of Juan Guaido as Venezuela’s legitimate President
President Trump is reportedly considering the possibility of recognizing the President of the Venezuelan National Assembly and leader of the political opposition bloc as the country’s legitimate …
Iran satellite fails to reach orbit after launch that worried US
The Iranian rocket launch working to place a satellite into orbit failed in its mission on Tuesday, according to the country’s telecommunications minister. The planned launch had been strongly …
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Small group of Marines, sailors complete ‘first step’ in building long-term Latin America task force
The U.S. is slowly strengthening a multinational task force in Latin America whose role spans from natural disaster to security responses. 2018’s exercises saw the first time officers from foreign …
US and Europe moving towards a unified ‘Syraq’ strategy through the NATO Mission in Iraq
U.S. involvement in Syria and in Iraq is blending into a single “Syraq” entity and policy through the Nato Mission in Iraq, according to some analysts, a change that will force policy adjustments from …
How the US and China collaborated to get nuclear material out of Nigeria — and away from terrorist groups
Over the past 6 months and through peak tensions in the U.S.-China trade war, the U.S. cooperated with China and several other countries to remove enriched, weapons-grade uranium out of Nigeria at …
Iran says its rockets will send two satellites into orbit, despite US concerns
Iran is moving forward with plans to launch two new satellites using domestically-produced rockets, pushing through US accusations that such launches defy UN Security Council resolutions that calls on …
Sudan’s Bashir Vows to Stay in Power as Protests Rage
Sudan’s President Omar al-Bashir has ruled the country since gaining power through a military coup in 1989 when he, an army Brigadier General, joined forces with Islamist factions. His rule has been …
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Moscow’s Little-Noticed Islamic-Outreach Effort
Comprising nearly 15% of then population and a majority in several region, Russia is home to many Muslims. Conflicts in its Muslim areas like Chechnya have led it to lead many efforts to support …
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