Demystifying Syria
Come hear IPS’ Phyllis Bennis featured in a forum with other Middle East experts, telling the real story behind ISIS.
AIPAC is Losing Influence Over U.S. Foreign Policy
The failure of the pro-Israel lobby to force Congress to vote for intervention into Syria or for additional sanctions on Iran represents a significant decline in its influence.
U.S. Not Bombing Syria: A Victory Against Another U.S. War
President Obama’s decision to ask Congress for authorization to use military force against Syria set the stage for a resurgent anti-war movement that cohered quickly – and won an extraordinary, unforeseen victory.
The Middle East in Turmoil Once Again: And It’s Not All About Us
The New Internationalism newsletter focuses on the protests in the Middle East and marks the 30 year anniversary of the Sabra-Shatila massacre.
Syria: America vs. Israel?
Washington should remember the lessons of blowback and avoid intervention in Syria.
The Crisis in Syria Calls Out for an Intervention — with Russia
The international community should have a diplomatic “intervention” with Syria’s strongest remaining ally, Russia.