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Syria Daily: Russia-Regime Renew Assault to Take “Ghost City” of Ma’arat al-Num’an
Assad regime forces, enabled by Russian bombing, renew their drive to take the "ghost city" of Ma'arat al-Num'an in Idlib Province in northwest Syria.
Iran Daily: 34 US Troops Suffer “Traumatic Brain Injuries” in Jan. 8 Missile Attack
Revising its official account, the US military says 34 troops suffered "traumatic brain injuries" from Iran's January 8 missile attack on two Iraqi bases.
TrumpWatch, Day 1,101: Trump’s Attorneys Avoid Evidence, Attack Trial Process
In the Senate trial of Donald Trump, his attorneys avoid substantial evidence of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress, preferring to attack process.
EA on BBC: US Refuses to Extradite Anne Sacoolas Over Harry Dunn Killing
Why US is putting a priority on protection of intelligence personnel --- and their family members --- over justice in case of Anne Sacoolas and Harry Dunn
Where Luigi Di Maio and Italy’s Five Star Movement Went Wrong
"The Five Star Movement is a party that lacks a clear direction, is plagued by internal conflict, and is suffering a string of electoral debacles."
Iran Daily: Another US Airstrike on Tehran-Backed Iraqi Militia?
Another airstrike on Iran-backed militia in Iraq late Friday, less than 24 hours after US drone killed top Iranian commander, Maj. Gen. Qassem Soleimani
EA on Monocle 24: Will US and Russia Clash in Syria?
After US troops intercept a Russian patrol heading towards an oilfield in northeast Syria, will quest to control energy resources lead to a showdown?
EA on BBC: Bolivia and the “Blame US First” Distraction
Scott Lucas on developments in Bolivia and how the narrow "anti-imperialist" rhetoric of some commentators blocks us from understanding the situation.
Nargis’s Story: Meeting Afghanistan’s Challenge for Women and Education
"The steps of valorous people like Nargis Taraki are crucial, but agents of change must be empowered to meet challenge of education for Afghanistan's women"
Democracy in Africa: Success Stories Defying the Odds
"As people are questioning value of democracy in Western states, Africa's populations are prepared to fight to prevent one-man, one-party, or military rule."
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Oh, Jeremy: UK Labour Party’s Dilemma Began Long Before Corbyn
After protracted in-fighting and defeat in December's UK Election, "Labour Party members have to decide how much more hostility surviving MPs can absorb".
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Political WorldView Podcast: Trump in the UK — Ceremony, Bluster, and Fallout
Political WorldView takes apart Donald Trump's visit to UK, looking not only at royal treatment but also Trump's intervention in British domestic politics.
