All posts tagged "Iraq"
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James Levinson | July 12, 2017
War Crimes in Mosul?: Amnesty Claims All Parties Violated International Law
It's not just ISIS. Iraqi and U.S. backed forces are also under scrutiny.
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Emma Von Zeipel | July 10, 2017
RantCrush Top 5: July 10, 2017
Ivanka “I Want to Stay Out of Politics” Trump Participates in G-20 Summit
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James Levinson | July 10, 2017
Hobby Lobby: Specializing in Arts, Crafts, and Ancient Artifact Smuggling
Looking for a stolen Iraqi cuneiform tablet? Hobby Lobby has you covered.
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Jillian Sequeira | July 1, 2017
Should We View the Destruction of the al-Nuri Mosque as a War Crime?
How should we view this act of destruction?
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Emma Von Zeipel | May 30, 2017
RantCrush Top 5: May 30, 2017
Welcome back after the long weekend!
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Jillian Sequeira | March 5, 2017
The Strange Case of Wikipedia Zero
Are there any better options to address the criticisms?
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Jillian Sequeira | December 11, 2016
Weaponized Oil: Scorched Earth Warfare in Iraq
ISIS' tactics are causing problems.
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Michael Sliwinski | November 13, 2016
The Battle for Mosul: The Fight for ISIS’s Stronghold in Iraq
What the fight to reclaim Mosul will mean for Iraq.
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Alec Siegel | November 2, 2016
Operation Mosul: Iraqi Troops Enter City Limits for the First Time in Two Years
The battle is expected to last weeks, perhaps even months.
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Rant Crush | November 1, 2016
RantCrush Top 5: November 1, 2016
Misspelled hashtags, poop, and some awesome dancing.
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Alec Siegel | October 19, 2016
What is Happening In Mosul?
An Iraqi-led operation to liberate Mosul from ISIS control is underway.
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Alec Siegel | June 2, 2016
In Fallujah, Offensive Stalls As Civilian Lives Are Threatened
20,000 children are trapped in the Iraqi city.
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Alec Siegel | May 7, 2016
A Delicate Dance: Fighting ISIS Online While Protecting Free Speech
Governments struggle to monitor online radicalization while protecting First Amendment rights.
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Michael Sliwinski | April 5, 2016
Who are the Kurds?
And how did they become a major player in the fight against ISIS?
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Michael Sliwinski | December 14, 2015
The Cost of Terrorism: How is ISIS Funded?
Following the money behind ISIS.
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Kevin Rizzo | November 17, 2015
What is the U.S. Strategy to Fight ISIS?
Despite criticism, few have a real alternative.
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Michael Sliwinski | October 20, 2015
Why is Russia Getting Involved in the Middle East?
Russia expands its influence
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Anneliese Mahoney | October 15, 2015
The Drone Papers: The Intercept Releases Massive Report on America’s Use of Drones
This really isn't good.
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Jessica McLaughlin | August 31, 2015
The Women in Combat Debate Continued: Should Every Door be Opened?
Two women just graduated from Ranger training. Now what?
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Anneliese Mahoney | August 12, 2015
Same Fight, Better Photoshop: Bush and Clinton Take to Twitter
Presidential candidates spar on the popular social media platform.
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Michael Sliwinski | March 21, 2015
The U.S. Government: A House Divided on Foreign Policy
The Iran letter and Netanyahu's Congressional invitation is nothing new. Check out the history of foreign policy dissension.
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Michael Sliwinski | March 15, 2015
ISIS and the Terrorist Social Network
How ISIS uses social media to gain supporters, spread its message, and solicit money.
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Kevin Rizzo | March 8, 2015
Understanding ISIS’ Radical Apocalyptic Vision
Here is what you need to know about the apocalyptic end-of-days vision of ISIS.
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Kevin Rizzo | March 6, 2015
Is ISIS Actually Islamic?
The Islamic State has garnered endless media attention for its reign of terror, but is ISIS actually Islamic?
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Anneliese Mahoney | February 12, 2015
Obama Asks Congress for Authorization to Fight ISIS
Obama just asked Congress to authorize American force against ISIS.
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Anneliese Mahoney | February 5, 2015
Jordan’s Negotiations With ISIS Fail: What Does it Mean for the U.S.?
Jordan's negotiations with ISIS failed a serviceman was killed.
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Alexis Evans | January 23, 2015
ISIS Video Validity Questioned After Ransom Deadline Passes
Japan's deadline to pay $200 million ransom passed. Experts question the ISIS video while world waits.
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Anneliese Mahoney | December 8, 2014
With 22 Veteran Suicides Each Day, Where Are Our Priorities?
There are 22 veteran suicides each day; 20 percent of all American suicides each year.
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Marisa Mostek | October 16, 2014
ISIS: The Mentality of Madness
ISIS is real.
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Zaid Shoorbajee | September 25, 2014
Strikes Against ISIS in Syria: Shaky Ground for Obama Administration
The United States and several Middle Eastern states recently showered ISIS strongholds with airstrikes.