“Democracy” weaponized to justify war ignores that electoral mandates don’t nullify war crimes or genocide.
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China prioritizes Gulf ties over Iran, monitors US moves, and will engage any successor regime pragmatically.
U.S. considers backing Iranian Kurds as new war front, as factions urge Kurds to abandon regime forces.
Trump’s war fulfills decades of US policy that demonized Iran, stigmatized diplomacy, and left force as the only option.
Trump promised to end endless wars but launched one against Iran, ceding control of its duration and escalation to Tehran.
The Shiite alliance cracks as Amal backs government against Hezbollah, displaced voices criticize, potentially reshaping Lebanon’s parliamentary elections.
Trump campaigned as the president of peace—now he’s bombed seven countries, with only 27% public support.
South Africa is caught between Iran and a hard place, hosting naval drills with Tehran while Washington fumes.
U.S. allies have abandoned international law—condemning Russia’s violations but endorsing America’s aggression against Iran.
Trump’s first year back: Iran weakened, Gaza ceasefire in place, and shipping in the Red Sea increased.