Deconstructing Neoconservatives’ Manifesto for War With Iran

Ever since Donald Trump entered the presidential campaign of 2016, he has been attacking the July 2015 agreement that Iran signed with P5+1 – the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council plus Germany – officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). Calling it "a horrible agreement;" "the stupidest deal … Continue reading “Deconstructing Neoconservatives’ Manifesto for War With Iran”

James Mattis Doesn’t Understand Iran or ‘Moderate Arab Regimes’

During his presidential campaign Donald Trump repeatedly expressed his desire not to get the United States involved in another destructive war in the Middle East. He expressed his opposition to the invasion of Iraq in 2003; he was opposed to the NATO intervention in Libya [although he had originally supported the wars in both Libya … Continue reading “James Mattis Doesn’t Understand Iran or ‘Moderate Arab Regimes’”

ISIS Attacks in Tehran Expose US-Saudi Lies About Iran

On Wednesday June 7 two groups of terrorists staged stunning attacks in Tehran, Iran. Three of the terrorists attacked the mausoleum of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the leader of the 1979 Revolution. One terrorist blew himself up, another was killed by the security forces, and a third one, apparently a woman, was arrested. At the same … Continue reading “ISIS Attacks in Tehran Expose US-Saudi Lies About Iran”

As Iran Elects a Moderate, Trump Cozies up to its Terrorist Enemy Saudi Arabia

On Friday May 19 the Iranian people elected President Hassan Rouhani, a moderate and reformist, in a landslide. 75 percent of the eligible voters cast their votes – which should be compared with 56 percent turnout in the U.S. elections in 2016 – and Rouhani received 57 percent of the total votes. And, this is … Continue reading “As Iran Elects a Moderate, Trump Cozies up to its Terrorist Enemy Saudi Arabia”

In Iran’s Elections the ‘Deep State’s’ Taboos Are Broken and Redlines Are Crossed

Iran’s 12th presidential elections will be held on Friday May 19. President Hassan Rouhani, a moderate conservative backed by the Reformists is running for his second term. Initially, there were five other candidates in the race, who were Eshaq Jahangiri, Rouhani’s Principal Vice President (Iran has 11 vice presidents), Mostafa Hashemi Taba, a Reformist and … Continue reading “In Iran’s Elections the ‘Deep State’s’ Taboos Are Broken and Redlines Are Crossed”

Do Iran’s Missile Tests Violate the Nuclear Agreement?

Since 16 January 2016, the Implementation Day of the Iran’s nuclear agreement with P5+1, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Iran’s armed forces have carried out a series of missile tests. The latest of such tests occurred this week when Iran tested a purely defensive missile with a relatively short range. … Continue reading “Do Iran’s Missile Tests Violate the Nuclear Agreement?”

Oscar to Samantha Power, US Ambassador to the UN, for her Fake Portrayal of Mother Teresa

Aleppo, Syria was finally liberated. After bombing the eastern part of the historic city for several months, the Syrian army finally took complete control of Aleppo. A large number of civilians, including women, elderly, and children have been reportedly killed, and reports indicate that many captured men might have either been executed, drafted into the … Continue reading “Oscar to Samantha Power, US Ambassador to the UN, for her Fake Portrayal of Mother Teresa”

Expect New Wars in the Middle East if Hillary Clinton Is Elected President

Thirteen years of wars in the Middle East, since the illegal and criminal invasion of Iraq by the United States and Britain in 2003, have killed way over a million people; destroyed Iraq, Syria, Yemen, and Libya, and created millions of refugees. The terrorist attacks by Daesh (also known as ISIS or ISIL) in Europe, … Continue reading “Expect New Wars in the Middle East if Hillary Clinton Is Elected President”

What the Islamophobes Won’t Say About the West’s Destruction of the Mideast

The Islamophobia “industry,” dormant for several years, has returned with a vengeance. There are books to be rewritten about those “scary Muslims,” a lot of money to be made, and most importantly primary presidential elections to be won.  Donald Trump’s statements about Muslims and what he would do if he is elected President would make … Continue reading “What the Islamophobes Won’t Say About the West’s Destruction of the Mideast”

Western Double Standards on Terrorism Deaths

The Islamic State (IS), also known as the ISIS and ISIL, has taken responsibility for the horrendous terrorist attacks on Paris that murdered 129 innocent people and injured hundreds more. The criminal act has been rightly condemned by world’s leader, ranging from President Obama and British Prime Minister David Cameron, to President Hassan Rouhani of … Continue reading “Western Double Standards on Terrorism Deaths”