It’s tempting to call ISIS “medieval” murderers. But from mass murder to drone strikes, atrocity is very much a part of our modern experience.
When Bibi Came to Town
Nearly 60 lawmakers did the right thing by skipping the Israeli prime minister’s speech on Iran.
Caldicott Nuclear Disarmament Conference Frightening, But Inspiring
Dr. Helen Caldicott’s nuclear disarmament seminar in New York City intrigued, educated — and scared the wits out of you.
Some Good News from the Middle East
Obama has the best opportunity in decades to end the U.S.-Iran standoff.
Caldicott Disarmament Conference a Voice in the Wilderness
Dr. Helen Caldicott’s recent anti-nukes symposium shows that disarmament activism is still thriving, if on a reduced scale.
10 Reasons I’m Praying for AIPAC’s Decline
The right-wing pro-Israel lobby AIPAC is slowly losing its bipartisan appeal. Here’s why that’s a good thing.
Threat Islamic State Poses to West Pales in Comparison to Threat It Poses to Other Muslims
The Islamic State’s real battle is against the Middle-East’s illegitimate regimes, not the West.
Submarines, Long Thought the Solution to Sea Warfare, Suddenly Look Dated
Recent technological advances in detection may rob submarines of their stealth.
Is Japan’s Prime Minister the Next Putin?
America’s top ally in East Asia is bulking up its military, picking fights with its neighbors, and showing a blithe disregard for democracy.
How Much Does a Nuclear Weapon Actually Cost?
Robert Alvarez comes up with a ballpark figure for the price tag of an average nuclear weapon.