While Biden is being pilloried by some for pulling out too soon, the truth is that he is violating a May 1 deadline for U.S. troop withdrawal that was painstakingly negotiated under the Trump Administration.
At the direction of the FBI,” the Department of Justice stated in a newly unsealed court filing, Sater traveled to the Middle East after 9/11 to collect “valuable intelligence” on “key leaders in al Qaeda,” and he helped “in a number of other areas, including Russian organized crime.” In other court filings, the Justice Department said Sater’s work on behalf of the United States “involves 18 foreign governments” as well as “various families of La Cosa Nostra,” and that his help was “of an extraordinary depth and breadth.
1. A US withdrawal from Afghanistan could create a false sense that Islam has defeated the US and boost morale for Islamist groups, leading to greater chaos.
2. It would likely result in the collapse of the moderate Afghan regime within months and an increase in well-trained Islamic extremists threatening neighboring countries.
3. It could renew civil war in Afghanistan with the Taliban backed by Pakistan and Saudi Arabia fighting the Northern Alliance backed by Russia, Iran, and Central Asian countries.
USAs NONSENSE AND AIMLESS PEACE PLAN IN AFGHANISTANAgha A
FYI – A geo-political analysis of U.S. Foreign Policy in Afghanistan/South Asia. He pulls no punches in his opinion.
Similarly in the book I helped major Amin and Colonel Osinski put together it is stated:
…The very idea of USA talking to Taliban is naive...The Taliban do not represent the whole Afghanistan” (Amin, 2009). “The Taliban are politically rejected by nearly the entire non-Pashtun population (Figure 1). Even among the Pashtun they command polling support of less than 6%” (McCaffrey, 2009). “If any settlement has to be negotiated with them Afghanistan would have to be divided. What the Taliban signify is not acceptable to at least 50 % of Afghans...Any U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in totality would be a great U.S. strategic failure. Even if the USA withdraws it must retain bases because the Afghans respect B 52 s and fear Allah although I doubt the second assertion somewhat. U.S. or NATO withdrawal would lead to a renewed war between the Northern Alliance supported by Russia, India and Iran and the Good Taliban supported by Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. There would be no Taliban occupation of Kabul or Mazar (Figure 9). Although the Taliban may practice their brand of Islam at Kandahar and Ghazni Provinces in Afghanistan (Figure 5), the Afghan war would continue as long as the Indian - Pakistani issue is not decided militarily” (Amin 2009). Therein lays a major problem
The Afghanistan War's greatest hits, compiled in the form of a yearbook. Please note that this is political satire, and that by virtue of this covering the Afghanistan war, it is more of a years-book than a yearbook.
The Afghanistan War's greatest hits, compiled in the form of a yearbook. Please note that this is political satire, and that by virtue of this covering the Afghanistan war, it is more of a years-book than a yearbook.
10 problems with biden's foreign policy and one solution 9.42.26 pmCODEPINKAlert
The document discusses 10 problems with Biden's foreign policy based on his recent airstrikes in Syria against Iranian-backed militias. It argues that the airstrikes will undermine diplomacy with Iran and make it more difficult to resume negotiations on the Iran nuclear deal. While some Democrats and Republicans supported the attacks, several members of Congress questioned or condemned the strikes, arguing the administration should have sought congressional approval. The document calls on Biden to prioritize diplomacy over military action and withdraw US troops from the Middle East as he promised.
- President Obama announced that U.S. military and intelligence operatives had killed Osama bin Laden in Pakistan, almost 10 years after 9/11. Bin Laden resisted and was shot in the head during a firefight at a large compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan where he had been hiding.
- Bin Laden's death marks a significant achievement for the U.S. in its efforts against al-Qaeda, but al-Qaeda is likely to continue its attacks. His death could motivate his followers or mark a turning point in the war in Afghanistan.
- Questions remain about how Bin Laden was able to hide in Pakistan so close to Islamabad for so long, and tensions with Pakistan may increase as a result of the
1) The document discusses the history of conflict and foreign intervention in Afghanistan over recent decades, including the Soviet invasion and withdrawal, civil war, and rise of the Taliban.
2) It notes that Pakistan has supported the Taliban and wants a Taliban-dominated government in Afghanistan, despite the Taliban only representing 42% of the population.
3) The document expresses concerns that the recent US withdrawal could lead to increased violence and conflict as the Taliban seeks to gain more control over the country.
At the direction of the FBI,” the Department of Justice stated in a newly unsealed court filing, Sater traveled to the Middle East after 9/11 to collect “valuable intelligence” on “key leaders in al Qaeda,” and he helped “in a number of other areas, including Russian organized crime.” In other court filings, the Justice Department said Sater’s work on behalf of the United States “involves 18 foreign governments” as well as “various families of La Cosa Nostra,” and that his help was “of an extraordinary depth and breadth.
1. A US withdrawal from Afghanistan could create a false sense that Islam has defeated the US and boost morale for Islamist groups, leading to greater chaos.
2. It would likely result in the collapse of the moderate Afghan regime within months and an increase in well-trained Islamic extremists threatening neighboring countries.
3. It could renew civil war in Afghanistan with the Taliban backed by Pakistan and Saudi Arabia fighting the Northern Alliance backed by Russia, Iran, and Central Asian countries.
USAs NONSENSE AND AIMLESS PEACE PLAN IN AFGHANISTANAgha A
FYI – A geo-political analysis of U.S. Foreign Policy in Afghanistan/South Asia. He pulls no punches in his opinion.
Similarly in the book I helped major Amin and Colonel Osinski put together it is stated:
…The very idea of USA talking to Taliban is naive...The Taliban do not represent the whole Afghanistan” (Amin, 2009). “The Taliban are politically rejected by nearly the entire non-Pashtun population (Figure 1). Even among the Pashtun they command polling support of less than 6%” (McCaffrey, 2009). “If any settlement has to be negotiated with them Afghanistan would have to be divided. What the Taliban signify is not acceptable to at least 50 % of Afghans...Any U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in totality would be a great U.S. strategic failure. Even if the USA withdraws it must retain bases because the Afghans respect B 52 s and fear Allah although I doubt the second assertion somewhat. U.S. or NATO withdrawal would lead to a renewed war between the Northern Alliance supported by Russia, India and Iran and the Good Taliban supported by Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. There would be no Taliban occupation of Kabul or Mazar (Figure 9). Although the Taliban may practice their brand of Islam at Kandahar and Ghazni Provinces in Afghanistan (Figure 5), the Afghan war would continue as long as the Indian - Pakistani issue is not decided militarily” (Amin 2009). Therein lays a major problem
The Afghanistan War's greatest hits, compiled in the form of a yearbook. Please note that this is political satire, and that by virtue of this covering the Afghanistan war, it is more of a years-book than a yearbook.
The Afghanistan War's greatest hits, compiled in the form of a yearbook. Please note that this is political satire, and that by virtue of this covering the Afghanistan war, it is more of a years-book than a yearbook.
10 problems with biden's foreign policy and one solution 9.42.26 pmCODEPINKAlert
The document discusses 10 problems with Biden's foreign policy based on his recent airstrikes in Syria against Iranian-backed militias. It argues that the airstrikes will undermine diplomacy with Iran and make it more difficult to resume negotiations on the Iran nuclear deal. While some Democrats and Republicans supported the attacks, several members of Congress questioned or condemned the strikes, arguing the administration should have sought congressional approval. The document calls on Biden to prioritize diplomacy over military action and withdraw US troops from the Middle East as he promised.
- President Obama announced that U.S. military and intelligence operatives had killed Osama bin Laden in Pakistan, almost 10 years after 9/11. Bin Laden resisted and was shot in the head during a firefight at a large compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan where he had been hiding.
- Bin Laden's death marks a significant achievement for the U.S. in its efforts against al-Qaeda, but al-Qaeda is likely to continue its attacks. His death could motivate his followers or mark a turning point in the war in Afghanistan.
- Questions remain about how Bin Laden was able to hide in Pakistan so close to Islamabad for so long, and tensions with Pakistan may increase as a result of the
1) The document discusses the history of conflict and foreign intervention in Afghanistan over recent decades, including the Soviet invasion and withdrawal, civil war, and rise of the Taliban.
2) It notes that Pakistan has supported the Taliban and wants a Taliban-dominated government in Afghanistan, despite the Taliban only representing 42% of the population.
3) The document expresses concerns that the recent US withdrawal could lead to increased violence and conflict as the Taliban seeks to gain more control over the country.
John F. Kennedy is preparing to sign the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty. He is a Democrat from Massachusetts who served as president from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. He worked to avoid war with the Soviet Union during the Cuban Missile Crisis, promoted civil rights, and sought to put a man on the moon.
Creating deceptive personalities to play the evil game!Rizky Faisal
The document discusses the negotiations between the US and Afghanistan over signing a security agreement. It argues that the negotiations are an "evil game" intended to: 1) Create a puppet ruler to protect US interests; 2) Show public support for a long-term US presence; and 3) Keep corrupt Afghan leaders in power dependent on the US. It criticizes scholars and politicians being deceived by the negotiations. It calls for rejecting agreements with "kaffir invaders" and establishing an Islamic system instead of democracy.
Bales robert (sniper-goggles&night stalkermurder)VogelDenise
Staff Sgt. Robert Bales was transported to Fort Leavenworth military prison in Kansas after being accused of killing 16 Afghan civilians. Bales served four combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan over the past 10 years. He allegedly left his base in Afghanistan in the middle of the night and killed 16 people, mostly women and children. Bales faces 16 counts of murder and could face the death penalty if convicted.
1) Langston Hughes and President John F. Kennedy discuss various historical events through messages on their Facebook walls from 1962 to 1963, including the Cuban Missile Crisis and plans to put a man on the moon.
2) Their conversation reveals personal details about both men, such as Hughes' hometown of Joplin, Missouri and Kennedy's birthday of May 29, 1917 in Brookline, Massachusetts.
3) The document presents their messages as if on a 1960s-era version of Facebook, including features such as walls, photos, and profiles.
Danny Wilson is seeking a letter of recommendation for his Holy Hip Hop ministry. The author of the letter, MAJ Eugene G. Jr., met Danny Wilson in 2003 when he performed at the Pentagon. MAJ Eugene contacted Danny Wilson's associate Minister Eddie Velez after seeing their interview on television to renew their relationship. MAJ Eugene then worked with the Pentagon chaplain to bring Danny Wilson's Holy Hip Hop Ministry to the Pentagon to minister to employees after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The performance was well received. MAJ Eugene believes Danny Wilson has a special ability to relate the Gospel and desire for righteous living in a way that is relevant and realistic.
Chinese army and u.s. forces in training and capacity gapseohugh
1) The US will continue its long-term military presence in the Pacific region and does not plan to reduce its troop levels.
2) While China has tripled its military spending since the 1990s, the US still spends over twice as much annually on defense.
3) However, China's military spending is focused in Asia while the US spends its defense funds globally.
1) The document is a simulated Facebook page for John F. Kennedy where he discusses preparing to sign the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty and other events from his presidency such as the Cuban Missile Crisis and promoting civil rights.
2) The page includes basic information about JFK, photos, and posts where he comments on sending troops to Alabama to desegregate schools and hoping for a better outcome from the Bay of Pigs invasion.
3) It provides details about his interests, favorite movies and books, and contact information for the White House.
- The document discusses Russia's foreign policy under Vladimir Putin and his pursuit of national security through territory acquisition, economic resources, and military buildup. It analyzes Russia's invasions of Georgia in 2008 and Ukraine/Crimea in 2014 as acts of territory acquisition. It also discusses Russia's use of oil/gas exports and partnerships with other resource-rich countries to bolster its economy. Finally, it notes Russia's large military buildup since the 1990s to protect its resources and assert sovereignty. Overall, the document argues that Putin's aggressive foreign policy has strained US-Russia relations.
George W. Bush's memoir Decision Points details critical decisions made during his presidency related to quitting drinking, selecting key administration officials, relationships with family and advisors, counterterrorism programs, Hurricane Katrina, the Iraq War surge, legislative achievements and failures, relationships with world leaders, and bringing Osama bin Laden to justice. The memoir provides Bush's perspective on eight impactful years in the White House and aims to change views of his presidency.
The document summarizes the relationship between Pakistan and the United States following the 9/11 attacks. It describes how Pakistan became a key ally for the US in its war on terror, but also how drone strikes caused opposition in Pakistan. Tensions increased over accusations of misused aid funds and incidents like the 2011 killing of Osama bin Laden in Pakistan. The relationship has been complicated with both countries primarily looking out for their own national interests.
IRAN PRESIDENT MAHMOUD AHMADINEJAD - United Nations Walkout Led By United Sta...VogelDenise
IRAN PRESIDENT MAHMOUD AHMADINEJAD - United Nations Walkout Led By United States of America. BULLYING TACTICS USED to keep the TRUTH behind the United States 911 DOMESTIC Terrorist Attacks on its OWN Citizens.
Provides information as to the REASONS why the FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION, JUDICIAL COMPLAINTS and CONGRESSIONAL COMPLAINTS Filed by Vogel Denise Newsome are being OBSTRUCTED from being PROSECUTED!
Garretson Resolution Group appears to be FRONTING Law Firm for United States President Barack Obama and Legal Counsel/Advisor (Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz) which has submitted a SLAPP Complaint to OneWebHosting.com in efforts of PREVENTING the PUBLIC/WORLD from knowing of its and President Barack Obama's ROLE in CONSPIRACIES leveled against Vogel Denise Newsome in EXPOSING the TRUTH behind the 911 DOMESTIC TERRORIST ATTACKS, COLLAPSE OF THE WORLD ECONOMY, EMPLOYMENT violations and other crimes of United States Government Officials. Information that United States President Barack Obama, The Garretson Resolution Group, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, and United States Congress, etc. do NOT want the PUBLIC/WORLD to see. Information of PUBLIC Interest!
Abdul Hanan is a 44-year-old Afghan national detained at Guantanamo Bay who traveled to Afghanistan to search for his forcibly conscripted brother. After spending two weeks unsuccessfully asking about his brother in Konduz, he was detained by Northern Alliance forces and transferred to U.S. custody. While initially detained for possible knowledge of al-Qaeda, interrogations found him unknowledgeable and not a future threat. The Joint Task Force at Guantanamo Bay now recommends his transfer or release from custody.
After bush, the case for continuity in american foreign policyMalath Alagha
This document discusses a book that argues for continuity in American foreign policy after George W. Bush leaves office. The authors contend that key aspects of Bush's foreign policy approach, known as the Bush Doctrine, will continue under new presidents due to forces within the international system and American politics. Specifically, they predict that successors will continue pursuing the war on terror with similar dedication as Bush. The book draws parallels between Bush and Harry Truman, noting both presidents faced unpopularity by the end of their terms but their foreign policy approaches endured beyond their presidencies.
Three US soldiers were killed in Baghdad when their vehicle was hit by an explosive. Their names and locations were listed. In other news, the mayor of Detroit, Kwame Kilpatrick, and his former chief of staff Christine Beatty were charged with eight and seven felonies respectively related to perjury and misconduct. Kilpatrick said he expects to be exonerated and will not resign. Additionally, the FBI recovered the remains of two American contractors kidnapped in Iraq over a year ago.
Donald Trump issued an executive order banning immigration to the US from seven predominantly Muslim countries, stranding many citizens who are no longer allowed to return. The ban has been met with global backlash and protests in American universities and cities, as critics argue it goes against American values and is illegal. As a student planning to study in the US, the author is angered by the ban and concerned about where limits on the president's personal prejudices may be drawn, given he was elected on a platform of extreme racism.
The document analyzes the complex relationship between the United States, Europe, Iran, Russia and China in the context of the Syrian crisis and Iranian nuclear issue. It notes the inconsistent positions and statements of parties due to differing regional interests and priorities. Specifically, it discusses the impact of leadership changes in Iran on nuclear negotiations, and references a CIA report that Iran halted its nuclear weapons program in 2003, contradicting previous assessments.
Man Crosses U.S. Border Dressed as ISIS Terrorist, Simulates BeheadingHope Small
Oh come on. We all know that Jihadists play by the Official Guide for All Terrorists,Gangsters, Drug Lords, and Bottom of the Pit Dwellers.
The Official Guide states clearly, "And never take advantage of the weaknesses or pure stupidity of Homeland Security, the NSA, the CIA, or the FBI. The rule of law is clear--to do evil you must act with honor and pride."
"Just miles from the center of El Paso, Texas, Biggs was able to cross a river from Mexico into America dressed as a jihadist, while simulating a beheading and waving an ISIS flag."
http://www.infowars.com/man-dressed-as-isis-militant-crosses-u-s-border/
Chomsky argues that Iran is perceived as a threat by the U.S. because it does not obey U.S. orders, not because of any military threat. Iran has not acted aggressively outside its borders for centuries, unlike Israel which invaded Lebanon multiple times with U.S. support. While no country wants Iran to have nuclear weapons, the same pressure is not applied to countries like India, Pakistan, and Israel that already possess nuclear weapons. The international community imposing sanctions on Iran really means the U.S. and its allies, not most countries in the world. Any threat against Iran must be taken seriously, as the only way for Iran to deter an invasion would be to develop nuclear weapons for defensive purposes, even though
1) Russia has amassed over 100,000 troops on Ukraine's borders and is poised to attack, but the US and Russia are engaged in political posturing rather than decisive action.
2) Putin seeks to reassert Russian power and regain territory lost after the fall of the Soviet Union. An invasion of Ukraine could weaken NATO in the long run if it bogs Russia down in a costly war.
3) The US response has been threats of sanctions rather than military deterrence, which may actually provoke Russia to invade rather than deescalate tensions. It remains to be seen whether Russia's aggression or the US gamble on sanctions will prove the more effective strategy.
ManzoorAli_2336_16097_1%2FPeace in Afghanistan.pptxFaizanGul6
The U.S. signed a conditional peace agreement with the Taliban in February 2020 that called for the withdrawal of foreign troops within 14 months. However, the Afghan government rejected parts of the agreement. In March, Ghani agreed to a prisoner swap but the Taliban rejected the proposal. The peace deal has faced challenges in its implementation but aims to end the long-running war in Afghanistan.
1) The document summarizes and comments on an article by Arnaud de Borchgrave arguing that the US should negotiate with the Taliban and withdraw from Afghanistan to avoid a repeat of the Vietnam War outcome.
2) The commenter disagrees with de Borchgrave's analysis, arguing that a full US withdrawal would likely lead to the quick collapse of the Afghan national army and civil war.
3) The commenter also argues that the Taliban only controls part of Afghanistan and a negotiated settlement should not force the surrender of the entire country to the Taliban given the anti-Taliban sentiments of many Afghans.
John F. Kennedy is preparing to sign the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty. He is a Democrat from Massachusetts who served as president from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. He worked to avoid war with the Soviet Union during the Cuban Missile Crisis, promoted civil rights, and sought to put a man on the moon.
Creating deceptive personalities to play the evil game!Rizky Faisal
The document discusses the negotiations between the US and Afghanistan over signing a security agreement. It argues that the negotiations are an "evil game" intended to: 1) Create a puppet ruler to protect US interests; 2) Show public support for a long-term US presence; and 3) Keep corrupt Afghan leaders in power dependent on the US. It criticizes scholars and politicians being deceived by the negotiations. It calls for rejecting agreements with "kaffir invaders" and establishing an Islamic system instead of democracy.
Bales robert (sniper-goggles&night stalkermurder)VogelDenise
Staff Sgt. Robert Bales was transported to Fort Leavenworth military prison in Kansas after being accused of killing 16 Afghan civilians. Bales served four combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan over the past 10 years. He allegedly left his base in Afghanistan in the middle of the night and killed 16 people, mostly women and children. Bales faces 16 counts of murder and could face the death penalty if convicted.
1) Langston Hughes and President John F. Kennedy discuss various historical events through messages on their Facebook walls from 1962 to 1963, including the Cuban Missile Crisis and plans to put a man on the moon.
2) Their conversation reveals personal details about both men, such as Hughes' hometown of Joplin, Missouri and Kennedy's birthday of May 29, 1917 in Brookline, Massachusetts.
3) The document presents their messages as if on a 1960s-era version of Facebook, including features such as walls, photos, and profiles.
Danny Wilson is seeking a letter of recommendation for his Holy Hip Hop ministry. The author of the letter, MAJ Eugene G. Jr., met Danny Wilson in 2003 when he performed at the Pentagon. MAJ Eugene contacted Danny Wilson's associate Minister Eddie Velez after seeing their interview on television to renew their relationship. MAJ Eugene then worked with the Pentagon chaplain to bring Danny Wilson's Holy Hip Hop Ministry to the Pentagon to minister to employees after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The performance was well received. MAJ Eugene believes Danny Wilson has a special ability to relate the Gospel and desire for righteous living in a way that is relevant and realistic.
Chinese army and u.s. forces in training and capacity gapseohugh
1) The US will continue its long-term military presence in the Pacific region and does not plan to reduce its troop levels.
2) While China has tripled its military spending since the 1990s, the US still spends over twice as much annually on defense.
3) However, China's military spending is focused in Asia while the US spends its defense funds globally.
1) The document is a simulated Facebook page for John F. Kennedy where he discusses preparing to sign the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty and other events from his presidency such as the Cuban Missile Crisis and promoting civil rights.
2) The page includes basic information about JFK, photos, and posts where he comments on sending troops to Alabama to desegregate schools and hoping for a better outcome from the Bay of Pigs invasion.
3) It provides details about his interests, favorite movies and books, and contact information for the White House.
- The document discusses Russia's foreign policy under Vladimir Putin and his pursuit of national security through territory acquisition, economic resources, and military buildup. It analyzes Russia's invasions of Georgia in 2008 and Ukraine/Crimea in 2014 as acts of territory acquisition. It also discusses Russia's use of oil/gas exports and partnerships with other resource-rich countries to bolster its economy. Finally, it notes Russia's large military buildup since the 1990s to protect its resources and assert sovereignty. Overall, the document argues that Putin's aggressive foreign policy has strained US-Russia relations.
George W. Bush's memoir Decision Points details critical decisions made during his presidency related to quitting drinking, selecting key administration officials, relationships with family and advisors, counterterrorism programs, Hurricane Katrina, the Iraq War surge, legislative achievements and failures, relationships with world leaders, and bringing Osama bin Laden to justice. The memoir provides Bush's perspective on eight impactful years in the White House and aims to change views of his presidency.
The document summarizes the relationship between Pakistan and the United States following the 9/11 attacks. It describes how Pakistan became a key ally for the US in its war on terror, but also how drone strikes caused opposition in Pakistan. Tensions increased over accusations of misused aid funds and incidents like the 2011 killing of Osama bin Laden in Pakistan. The relationship has been complicated with both countries primarily looking out for their own national interests.
IRAN PRESIDENT MAHMOUD AHMADINEJAD - United Nations Walkout Led By United Sta...VogelDenise
IRAN PRESIDENT MAHMOUD AHMADINEJAD - United Nations Walkout Led By United States of America. BULLYING TACTICS USED to keep the TRUTH behind the United States 911 DOMESTIC Terrorist Attacks on its OWN Citizens.
Provides information as to the REASONS why the FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION, JUDICIAL COMPLAINTS and CONGRESSIONAL COMPLAINTS Filed by Vogel Denise Newsome are being OBSTRUCTED from being PROSECUTED!
Garretson Resolution Group appears to be FRONTING Law Firm for United States President Barack Obama and Legal Counsel/Advisor (Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz) which has submitted a SLAPP Complaint to OneWebHosting.com in efforts of PREVENTING the PUBLIC/WORLD from knowing of its and President Barack Obama's ROLE in CONSPIRACIES leveled against Vogel Denise Newsome in EXPOSING the TRUTH behind the 911 DOMESTIC TERRORIST ATTACKS, COLLAPSE OF THE WORLD ECONOMY, EMPLOYMENT violations and other crimes of United States Government Officials. Information that United States President Barack Obama, The Garretson Resolution Group, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, and United States Congress, etc. do NOT want the PUBLIC/WORLD to see. Information of PUBLIC Interest!
Abdul Hanan is a 44-year-old Afghan national detained at Guantanamo Bay who traveled to Afghanistan to search for his forcibly conscripted brother. After spending two weeks unsuccessfully asking about his brother in Konduz, he was detained by Northern Alliance forces and transferred to U.S. custody. While initially detained for possible knowledge of al-Qaeda, interrogations found him unknowledgeable and not a future threat. The Joint Task Force at Guantanamo Bay now recommends his transfer or release from custody.
After bush, the case for continuity in american foreign policyMalath Alagha
This document discusses a book that argues for continuity in American foreign policy after George W. Bush leaves office. The authors contend that key aspects of Bush's foreign policy approach, known as the Bush Doctrine, will continue under new presidents due to forces within the international system and American politics. Specifically, they predict that successors will continue pursuing the war on terror with similar dedication as Bush. The book draws parallels between Bush and Harry Truman, noting both presidents faced unpopularity by the end of their terms but their foreign policy approaches endured beyond their presidencies.
Three US soldiers were killed in Baghdad when their vehicle was hit by an explosive. Their names and locations were listed. In other news, the mayor of Detroit, Kwame Kilpatrick, and his former chief of staff Christine Beatty were charged with eight and seven felonies respectively related to perjury and misconduct. Kilpatrick said he expects to be exonerated and will not resign. Additionally, the FBI recovered the remains of two American contractors kidnapped in Iraq over a year ago.
Donald Trump issued an executive order banning immigration to the US from seven predominantly Muslim countries, stranding many citizens who are no longer allowed to return. The ban has been met with global backlash and protests in American universities and cities, as critics argue it goes against American values and is illegal. As a student planning to study in the US, the author is angered by the ban and concerned about where limits on the president's personal prejudices may be drawn, given he was elected on a platform of extreme racism.
The document analyzes the complex relationship between the United States, Europe, Iran, Russia and China in the context of the Syrian crisis and Iranian nuclear issue. It notes the inconsistent positions and statements of parties due to differing regional interests and priorities. Specifically, it discusses the impact of leadership changes in Iran on nuclear negotiations, and references a CIA report that Iran halted its nuclear weapons program in 2003, contradicting previous assessments.
Man Crosses U.S. Border Dressed as ISIS Terrorist, Simulates BeheadingHope Small
Oh come on. We all know that Jihadists play by the Official Guide for All Terrorists,Gangsters, Drug Lords, and Bottom of the Pit Dwellers.
The Official Guide states clearly, "And never take advantage of the weaknesses or pure stupidity of Homeland Security, the NSA, the CIA, or the FBI. The rule of law is clear--to do evil you must act with honor and pride."
"Just miles from the center of El Paso, Texas, Biggs was able to cross a river from Mexico into America dressed as a jihadist, while simulating a beheading and waving an ISIS flag."
http://www.infowars.com/man-dressed-as-isis-militant-crosses-u-s-border/
Chomsky argues that Iran is perceived as a threat by the U.S. because it does not obey U.S. orders, not because of any military threat. Iran has not acted aggressively outside its borders for centuries, unlike Israel which invaded Lebanon multiple times with U.S. support. While no country wants Iran to have nuclear weapons, the same pressure is not applied to countries like India, Pakistan, and Israel that already possess nuclear weapons. The international community imposing sanctions on Iran really means the U.S. and its allies, not most countries in the world. Any threat against Iran must be taken seriously, as the only way for Iran to deter an invasion would be to develop nuclear weapons for defensive purposes, even though
1) Russia has amassed over 100,000 troops on Ukraine's borders and is poised to attack, but the US and Russia are engaged in political posturing rather than decisive action.
2) Putin seeks to reassert Russian power and regain territory lost after the fall of the Soviet Union. An invasion of Ukraine could weaken NATO in the long run if it bogs Russia down in a costly war.
3) The US response has been threats of sanctions rather than military deterrence, which may actually provoke Russia to invade rather than deescalate tensions. It remains to be seen whether Russia's aggression or the US gamble on sanctions will prove the more effective strategy.
ManzoorAli_2336_16097_1%2FPeace in Afghanistan.pptxFaizanGul6
The U.S. signed a conditional peace agreement with the Taliban in February 2020 that called for the withdrawal of foreign troops within 14 months. However, the Afghan government rejected parts of the agreement. In March, Ghani agreed to a prisoner swap but the Taliban rejected the proposal. The peace deal has faced challenges in its implementation but aims to end the long-running war in Afghanistan.
1) The document summarizes and comments on an article by Arnaud de Borchgrave arguing that the US should negotiate with the Taliban and withdraw from Afghanistan to avoid a repeat of the Vietnam War outcome.
2) The commenter disagrees with de Borchgrave's analysis, arguing that a full US withdrawal would likely lead to the quick collapse of the Afghan national army and civil war.
3) The commenter also argues that the Taliban only controls part of Afghanistan and a negotiated settlement should not force the surrender of the entire country to the Taliban given the anti-Taliban sentiments of many Afghans.
UNLEARNED LESSONS OF HISTORY : AFGHANISTAN, IRAQ, SYRIA, LEBANON, AND SOME O...Keshav Prasad Bhattarai
The document discusses the ongoing conflicts and instability in the Middle East and Afghanistan. It argues that the wars in Iraq, Afghanistan and Syria are interlinked and risk destabilizing the entire region. Despite huge costs and casualties, the global war on terror has failed to defeat al-Qaeda and terrorist groups, and insurgencies are expanding into new areas like North Africa and the Sahel region. The withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan risks al-Qaeda and the Taliban regaining control and undermining stability.
These slides elucidates two aspects: one that which explains the reasons of US involvement in Afghanistan, with historical insight; while the other one portrays the major stakes of US in Afghanistan with respect to the emerging power politics of the world and the logic behind its pro-long presence since Post-Cold War.
This document discusses the history and origins of Afghanistan and the Taliban. It notes that Arabs introduced Islam to Afghanistan in the 7th century. It then discusses the various dynasties that ruled Afghanistan and the wars with Persia. It notes that modern Afghanistan was established in 1774 when Afghans retook Kandahar from Persia. The document also discusses the emergence of the Taliban in 1994 during Afghanistan's civil war following the Soviet withdrawal and the group's rise to power in 1996 under Mullah Omar.
This document discusses the history and origins of Afghanistan and the Taliban. It notes that Arabs introduced Islam to Afghanistan in the 7th century. It went through various dynastic rules and wars with Persia until the modern state of Afghanistan was established in 1774. The Taliban emerged in 1994 during Afghanistan's civil war following the Soviet withdrawal. Within two years, they gained control of most of the country under harsh Islamic rule. The US invaded Afghanistan in 2001 to eliminate al-Qaeda in response to 9/11 and remove the Taliban from power. However, the Taliban regained strength and the US withdrawal agreement in 2020 did not stop their attacks on Afghan forces and civilians.
The document criticizes Barack Obama for continuing the same imperialist foreign policies as George W. Bush, despite campaigning on a message of change. It argues Obama's troop surge in Afghanistan mirrors Bush's surge in Iraq and is aimed at preserving American corporate and military dominance abroad rather than helping ordinary Afghans or Pakistanis. The document claims Obama, like Bush, ignores public opinion polls showing most people in the region want an end to foreign occupation and intervention.
Netanyahu vs. the Rest of the WorldBenjamin Netanyahus reckless.docxrosemarybdodson23141
Netanyahu vs. the Rest of the World
Benjamin Netanyahu's reckless policies will further isolate Israel and alienate the United States. He is leading his country down a perilous path.
Published in Die Zeit (Germany) on 23 March 2015 by Martin Klingst [link to original]
Translated from German by Ron Argentati. Edited by Laurence Bouvard.
Posted on March 25, 2015.
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sees his nation surrounded by enemies — us against the rest of the world is the mindset he held for the past six years of his administration and it appears to be how he will continue in the future.
The majority of Israelis share his view and elected him to another term in office. But his ruthless policies will not only isolate his nation further, they will also continue to alienate America.
President Obama has already threatened to review bilateral relations between the U.S. and Israel. The disappointments and bitterness caused by Netanyahu's refusal to compromise, his duplicity and the brutal style of his actions have become too great.
Throughout the grueling Middle East conflict, the rule of thumb has been that Israel's conservative governments had been most open to making concessions to the Palestinians and Israel's Arab neighbors because they were not immediately suspected of betraying Israeli national interests.
Menachim Begin, the first prime minister from the far right, concluded a peace treaty with Egypt. Then conservative Ariel Sharon ordered Israel's unilateral withdrawal from the Gaza strip. Both men made their careers with the Likud party which Netanyahu now leads.
“Bibi” Never Favored the Two-State
Solution
But “Bibi,” as the Israelis call him, seemed to be exempt from this rule. On the contrary, his brutal lack of compromise that alienate even his closest allies threatens to put Israel's future at risk. Despite his protestations to the contrary, he was never genuinely for a two-state solution. Exactly like his arch-conservative father, he also envisions a “Greater Israel” that encompasses the West Bank and stretches from the Mediterranean Ocean to the Jordan River. It's only with these expanded borders that Netanyahu sees Israeli security finally guaranteed for the long term.
Inevitably, more Palestinians would live in this larger country than previously. Therefore, Netanyahu and his conservative allies want to enshrine for once and for all the idea that Israel must remain a Jewish state. Currently, absent territorial expansion, every fifth citizen is an Arab-Israeli. That's why Netanyahu will have to soon resurrect his controversial proposed law that, regardless of a large Arab minority, Israel be forever a Jewish nation.
“Jewish” and “democratic” won't work in an expanded Israel as the noted commentator and author Tom Friedman writes in the New York Times. Israel would then have only two options: Having a non-Jewish democracy or a Jewish non-democracy.
Obama Will Give Up Trying
That's the general opinion, above all outside of.
The document analyzes the 20-year war in Afghanistan and the outcomes of US involvement. It discusses the reasons for the initial US deployment after 9/11 and the differing strategies of Presidents Bush, Obama, Trump, and Biden. It outlines the Taliban's rise to power in the 1990s after the Soviet withdrawal and their harsh rule over Afghanistan from 1996-2001 based on strict Sharia law, especially repressive towards women. The rapid Taliban recapture of Afghanistan in 2021 after the US withdrawal is also summarized.
US drone strikes are being used to manipulate the public and fleece US taxpayers rather than effectively target threats. Contractors produce propaganda posters of drone strike victims who have no connection to US deaths, which are then spread by media and analysts with ties to contractors. This allows the lucrative drone program to continue targeting unimportant individuals while the real threats operate freely and taxpayers' money is wasted. The drone war has failed to stabilize the region and instead created more chaos and enemies.
US drone strikes are being used to manipulate public opinion and fleece US taxpayers rather than strategically target threats. Contractors generate propaganda by posting images of drone strike victims on social media that are then spread by mainstream western outlets. However, many victims like the man in one poster had no role in attacks on US forces and were likely killed just to justify the lucrative drone program. Someday, US taxpayers should audit this dubious program under which drones attack minor targets while the real masterminds operate freely in Pakistan.
This document outlines a presentation on US foreign policy. It discusses key policies and interventions, including the Truman Doctrine, Marshall Plan, Eisenhower Doctrine and containment during the Cold War. It also examines more recent policies towards Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria and debates around intervention. The presentation covers the goals of US foreign policy and analyzes specific case studies to understand America's approach to global engagements over time.
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Responsibility to ProtectIf we were going to invoke the R2P in the United States, we should have already done it by now:At least 3000 Black people were killed by police during the tenure of Barack Obama2.5 million mostly Latino people were deported by the government of Barack ObamaTens of thousands of people in the Middle East were killed by the US military under Barack ObamaIndigenous protestors at Standing Rock were recently attacked by militarized police
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Afghanistan and EmpireOf course, the most prominent case of the new Canadian militarism is Afghanistan, occupied in 2001, in response to the 9/11 attacks Afghanistan didn’t launch the attacks, but the U.S. claimed that Afghanistan was responsible for “harbouring” the attackers
Afghanistan and EmpireCanada joined in the invasion, but Prime Minister Chrétien did not tell the Canadian public until months later, when troops were already there When Canada announced it’s participation, it claimed that it was part of the avenging of the 9/11 attacks, but over time the tone shifted, and Canada increasingly said it was helping Afghanistan by promoting democracy
The Forgotten History of AfghanistanThe transition from the Cold War into the “War on Terror” era is perhaps best understood through the tragic history of AfghanistanAfghanistan was a small feudal kingdom with a traditional Islamic cultural heritage, considered only marginally significant in the Cold War It was largely under the sway of Britain or Russia (and later the U.S.) until the 1950s, when Prime Minister Mohammed Daud began to modernize the country
The Forgotten History of AfghanistanAfter the monarchy re-asserted its power, Daud joined forces with the growing Communist Party, and in 1973 they overthrew the monarchy and established a modern governmentThe Communist Party intended to separate church and state, remove the powerful feudal landlords, and implement gender and tribal equality
Daud’s BetrayalBut once Daud was in power, he turned on the Communists, having previously been assured support from the old Afgh.
Biden's withdrawal from Afghanistan will likely spark a new refugee crisis. As the US withdraws its troops without a peace deal in place, the Taliban has gained control over large parts of the country. This will cause many Afghans who assisted US forces or hold liberal views to feel threatened. They will likely flee as refugees. Previous US wars in the Middle East and South Asia have already displaced over 37 million people. When refugees flee Afghanistan, nearby countries and Europe will again see a large influx of refugees seeking asylum, as occurred during the Syrian refugee crisis of 2015-2016. The withdrawal from Afghanistan could lead to one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.
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1. U.S. Joins Past Empires In Afghan
Graveyard
President Biden announced a removal of all U.S. troops by September 11, but he failed to
include some important details.
by Medea Benjamin, Nicolas J S Davies
April 15, 2021
An Afghan taxi-driver in Vancouver told one of us a decade ago that this day would
come. “We defeated the Persian Empire in the eighteenth century, the British in the
nineteenth, the Soviets in the twentieth. Now, with NATO, we’re fighting twenty-eight
countries, but we’ll defeat them, too,” said the taxi-driver, surely not a member of the
Taliban, but quietly proud of his country’s empire-killing credentials.
Now, after nearly twenty years of a war that has been as bloody and futile as all those
previous invasions and occupations, the last 3,500 U.S. troops and their NATO
brothers-in-arms will be coming home from Afghanistan.
President Joe Biden tried to spin this as the United States leaving because it has
achieved its objectives, bringing the terrorists responsible for 9/11 to justice and
ensuring that Afghanistan would not be used as a base for a future attack on the United
States. “We achieved those objectives,” Biden said. “Bin Laden is dead and Al Qaeda is
degraded. It’s time to end the forever war.”
What Biden did not admit is that the United States and its allies, with all their money and
firepower, were unable to vanquish the Taliban, who currently control about half of
Afghanistan and are positioned to control even more in the coming months without a
ceasefire. Nor did Biden admit that, in two decades, the United States and its allies
2. have been unable to build up a stable, democratic, popular government or a competent
military in the country.
Like the U.S.S.R., the U.S. is leaving in defeat, having squandered the lives of
countless Afghans, 2,488 U.S. troops and personnel, and trillions of dollars.
A U.S. withdrawal—especially one not based on conditions on the ground—is,
nevertheless, a bold move for Biden. He is going against the advice of the U.S.
intelligence community and top Pentagon officials, including the head of the U.S.-
Afghan Forces and the Chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Biden is also coming under attack from Republicans and Democrats in Congress.
Senator Mitch McConnell artfully slammed Biden’s decision, accusing him of helping
U.S. enemies “ring in the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks by gift-wrapping the country
and handing it right back to them.” Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen, a member of
the Foreign Relations Committee, said the withdrawal “undermines our commitment to
the Afghan people, particularly Afghan women.”
But while Biden is being pilloried by some for pulling out too soon, the truth is that he is
violating a May 1 deadline for U.S. troop withdrawal that was painstakingly negotiated
under the Trump Administration.
Ironically, Biden acknowledged in his speech on Wednesday that the withdrawal
agreement the United States signed with the Taliban in February 2020 was a solemn
commitment, but then he said U.S. forces would begin their withdrawal on May 1 and
complete it by September 11, which is not what was agreed to.
3. After it was clear that the United States was going to break the May 1 withdrawal
agreement, Mohammad Naeem, the Taliban spokesperson in Qatar, issued a statement
that the Taliban would now not take part in the ten days of U.N.-led peace talks
scheduled to begin in Istanbul on April 24, nor would it take part in any further peace
negotiations until the last foreign soldiers leave Afghanistan.
This is a reversion to the Taliban’s long-standing position that it would not negotiate with
a government backed by foreign occupation forces.
U.S. envoy Zalmay Khalilzad spent years of his life negotiating with the Taliban to arrive
at the 2020 withdrawal agreement. Secretary Blinken took a potentially historic step
back from U.S. unilateralism when he invited the United Nations to lead a new Afghan
peace process. And Russian Foreign Secretary Sergei Lavrov set the stage for a
ceasefire and a peaceful transition of power by bringing the two Afghan warring parties
together in Moscow in March, where they agreed to keep talking.
By reneging on the May 1 deadline, President Biden has squandered much of the hard-
won goodwill and trust that was painstakingly built up through these diplomatic efforts. It
was not impossible to meet the May 1 deadline. The Trump Administration was steadily
withdrawing troops, Biden’s transition began in November, and he’s been President
since late January.
It is also unclear whether the United States will continue the war by providing airpower
for the Afghan military and carrying out covert operations. Throughout these two
decades, the United States has dropped more than 80,000 bombs on Afghanistan and
waged a secret war with special forces, CIA operatives, mercenaries, and paramilitary
4. units. Ending U.S. airstrikes and covert operations is as vital to peace as withdrawing
U.S. troops.
It’s true that a U.S. withdrawal may lead to setbacks in the gains made by Afghan
women and girls. But those gains have been mainly in the capital city of Kabul. Two
thirds of girls in Afghanistan still receive no primary education, and Afghan women will
never achieve significant advances while their country remains at war.
The United States and NATO military presence has made an end to violence impossible
for twenty years, as the Taliban have long made clear that they will keep fighting as long
as their country is under foreign occupation. And as long as the U.S. continues to prop
up a weak, corrupt government in Kabul, instability and political fragmentation is
inevitable.
Ending the fighting and investing a small fraction of U.S. war spending in education and
health care would do far more to improve the lives of Afghan women and girls.
The United Nations, even with the full support and cooperation of the United States, will
have its work cut out to convince the Taliban to rejoin talks. If the U.N. fails to negotiate
a lasting ceasefire before the occupation forces withdraw, the U.S. and its NATO allies
will be leaving a country still at war with the Taliban, the Afghan government, and
various warlords vying for power.
We must hope that, in the coming months, the U.N. will find a way to bring the warring
parties in Afghanistan together and craft a ceasefire and a workable peace process
based on power sharing. After so many decades of war and intense suffering, much of it
5. perpetrated by the United States and its allies, the Afghan people desperately need—
and deserve—an end to this war.