Kissinger once said guerrillas won by not losing. Facing a loss themselves, the military adopted the same strategy.
For the U.S. Military, ‘Winning’ Now Means Staying at War as Long as Possible
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Iraq
The Iraq War Should Be a Much Bigger Part of McCain’s Legacy Than His ‘Civility’
The “straight talk” people praise McCain for is actually what most of them can’t stand about politicians: They say noble words but cast ignoble votes.
Will Russia Bring Home Children Who Lived in Islamic State?
Russia had a program to return Russian women and children from Iraq and Syria. What happened to it?
Visions of War and Wealth in the Middle East
U.S. involvement in Iraq and Afghanistan is part of a long-term strategy to gain regional influence and access to resources.
Iraq’s Oil Union Defends Protesters
With Iraq’s political future up in the air, protesters are hitting the streets over water shortages and electricity outages.
Iraq Elections: A Step Toward Rebuilding Popular Power
Civic movements and labor are experiencing a rebirth in Iraq.
Get Ready for Bush 2.0
The president once distanced himself from the Bush legacy. Now he’s brought back the architects of its darkest moments.
15 Years After the Iraq Invasion, What Are the Costs?
Americans spend $32 million per hour on wars started during the Bush administration.
If We Want to Support Refugees, We Need To End the Wars That Create Them
The sanctuary movement needs an anti-war voice.
Oversimplifying Conflicts Doesn’t Help Protect Civilians
Conflicts don’t have to include “genocide” to demand intervention. And “intervention” doesn’t have to mean military action.