Behind The Headlines

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Tue, 15/10/2024 - 01:17

While the East Coast faces devastation from two hurricanes, media coverage turns toward Israel’s conflicts and U.S. election campaigns, leaving residents wondering why foreign aid flows while disaster relief falls short.

The post Natural Disasters vs War Crimes – American Media Has Chosen appeared first on MintPress News.

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Thu, 10/10/2024 - 08:03

Iran is often described as both fragile and menacing in U.S. discourse. With Dr. Assal Rad, we unpack how this paradox justifies U.S. intervention and serves broader imperialist goals in the Middle East.

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Fri, 04/10/2024 - 07:03

Despite Israel's reliance on airstrikes and propaganda, its invasion of Lebanon faces daunting challenges. With no clear plan and an undisciplined military, former USMC Drill Instructor Sgt. Zuleyka Morales joins us to explain why the operation may repeat past failures.

The post US Marine Who Volunteered in the IDF Speaks Out as Lebanon Invasion Kicks Off appeared first on MintPress News.

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Sat, 28/09/2024 - 07:04

Gaza survivor Ahmed al-Naouq joins Lowkey on "Watchdog" to share his personal story of survival and expose the deceitful narratives pushed by Western media about Israel’s assault on Gaza.

The post Israel Killed 21 Members Of My Family In Gaza – Lowkey meets Ahmed al-Naouq appeared first on MintPress News.

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Tue, 01/10/2024 - 07:02

With Nasrallah gone, Hezbollah and Lebanon are left in shock, but Israel’s strategic situation remains unchanged. Could this be the catalyst for a new Israeli ground offensive, or will Hezbollah rally after its leader's death?

The post After Nasrallah: Will Israel’s Next Move Be a Ground Invasion of Lebanon? appeared first on MintPress News.

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Fri, 27/09/2024 - 04:13

Journalists Marwa Osman and Batool Subeiti break down Israel’s brutal bombings that killed over 500 in Lebanon. As Netanyahu threatens to push Lebanon "to the edge of the abyss," resistance groups prepare for a confrontation that could reshape the Middle East.

The post Lebanon Burns: Israel Expands Genocide Beyond Gaza with Marwa Osman and Batool Subeiti appeared first on MintPress News.

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Tue, 24/09/2024 - 01:37

In this episode of The Watchdog, Lowkey is joined by co-host Mnar Adley and former Labour Shadow Cabinet member Chris Williamson and his communications officer Ammar Kazmi to discuss the limitations of the political systems in the US and UK.

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