Category: Politics
Morale Plummets in Lebanon as Talks Fail to Halt Israel’s Ceasefire Violations
Many Lebanese people “sort of feel beholden to the regional and global powers on their fate,” says AP’s Kareem Chehayeb. …
Israel Adds to Its Constant Ceasefire Violations With Plans to Take More of Gaza
“Where is the ceasefire they keep talking about?” Palestinians worry Israeli expansion will further displace them. …
New Jersey Governor Acquiesces to DHS, Deploys Police Outside Delaney Hall
“There has been collaboration in the tactics [ICE and the police] used to attack the protesters,” said an activist. …
Utah Senate President Calls for Major Reduction in Scale of Planned Data Center
The project, backed by celebrity investor Kevin O’Leary, has spurred major controversy amid Utah’s water challenges. …
Iranian Media Says Iran Is Suspending Talks With US Over Ceasefire Violations
“We now live in a world where ceasefire means that Israel can continue bombing,” said a Lebanese professor. …
Far Right Israeli Leaders Join New York Democrats in NYC’s Israel Day Parade
Israeli far right minister Bezalel Smotrich and members of Israel’s ultranationalist Otzma Yehudit party took part. …
Despite Climate Policy Setbacks, a Just Transition Is Still Within Reach
Many US states have the ability to implement climate stabilization programs and become carbon-neutral by 2050. …
US Boat Bombing Campaign Surpasses 200 Deaths After Latest Strike
Human rights advocates say US strikes on suspected drug boats are unlawful killings. …
Colombia’s Presidential Election Could Reshape Relations With Trump Administration
Conservative candidates champion a Trump-aligned “Plan Colombia 2.0” despite deadly US boat strikes. …
As Federal Government Abandons Wetlands Protection, Localities Become Frontlines
Wetlands are some of the US’s most valuable and endangered environments. It’s now up to local action to preserve them. …
