Hundreds of thousands of protestors took to the streets, fueled by poverty, hunger, and anger at their repressive government. Egypt? No, Iran, 1951, before the election of Prime Minister Mossadeq.
A Middle East Deja Vu
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Iran
Will Computer Virus Stuxnet Sow Not Only Destruction, But Death?
A computer virus might seem like the perfect way to stop Iran’s nuclear program. But it could spin out of control.
Will Stuxnet Leave as Much Collateral Damage as Any Weapon?
A computer virus might seem like the perfect way to stop Iran’s nuclear program. But it’s as liable to side effects as any weapon.
WikiLeaks XXVIX: West Doesn’t Know What to Do With the New, More Reasonable Ahmadinejad
In hopes of consolidating his power, Iran’s President Ahmadinejad has been distancing himself from the hard-liners.
How the Farm Lobby Distorts U.S. Foreign Policy
Thanks to the hard work of the U.S. Farm Lobby, America’s love of cheap food has stretched more than an engorged waistline. It now stretches the limits of American foreign policy.Over the past century, the Farm Lobby’s influence on the U.S. government has increased alongside the consolidation and growth of U.S. agribusinesses, the principle recipients of federal farm subsidies. Now it appears the Farm Lobby’s efforts are hamstringing American national security, as well.
Israel to Rattle Its Saber a Little Less?
When he pushes back the date Iran may acquire nuclear weapons, the retiring Mossad chief is sticking a feather in his cap.
Is Iran President Ahmadinejad Trying to Out-Supreme the Supreme Leader?
The firing of Iran’s nuclear chief may be the latest sign of a power struggle between President Ahmadinejad and Supreme Leader Khameini?
Do Arab States Really Want the U.S. to Attack Iran?
The New York Times and Washington Post misrepresented the views of Arab leaders on Iran.
WikiLeaks XV: Does Tehran Really Press-Gang Ninjas Into Its Services?
Just how strong is Iran’s supposedly fearsome Revolutionary Guard if it’s both fearful of local karate clubs and reliant on them for training and assistance?
WikiLeaks: War, Diplomacy & Ban ki-Moon’s Toothbrush
These documents on their own will mean little but as instruments in the hands of rising U.S. and global movements against war, and for diplomacy just maybe these documents will help to end wars and change the world.