The United Nations Human Rights Council announced a commission of inquiry into alleged Israeli war crimes in Gaza.
Israel Once Again Unconcerned With Prosecution for War Crimes
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China’s Christians: Persecution by Zoning Regulations
Every time you think China is becoming a more open society, it goes all repressive again.
The Contrails Have It: Iron Dome Is a Dud
The effectiveness of missile defense can scarcely be inferred from the “sound and light show” that is Iron Dome.
When Diplomats Misbehave: Standoff Between Malaysia and New Zealand
How should a country react when its diplomats commit a crime and claim diplomatic immunity?
Let’s End the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Once and for All
Towards a ceasefire, negotiated settlement, and end to the Israeli Occupation.
Growing up in Transylvania
Many of the citizens of Transylvania in Romania are of Hungarian descent and speak Hungarian.
Rick Perry and His Foreign Friend
While making a political show of turning away migrant children at the border, Texas Governor Rick Perry has offered “honorary citizenship” to a right-wing Australian author.
Malaysia Regains Its Footing Amid Intensifying Hostilities in Ukraine
After learning airline crisis management the hard way, Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has quickly taken control of the investigation of MH17.
Israel’s Operation in Gaza: Terrorism by Any Other Name
Israel is obviously determined to subjugate Gazans by instilling fear.
Scotland Deserves to Be Independent
Scotland has a chance to obtain what’s been denied its people: sustainable economic growth, social justice, and, most of all, a Scotland-first approach.