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UK “upping the ante” in Libya means “killing more civilians” – activist
British anti-war activist Dr. David Halpin says he hopes that British, American and Israeli politicians responsible for war crimes will be held accountable in his lifetime. Continue reading
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Russia Today: A new kind of media? By William Bowles
A global, digital media cuts both ways or as they say ‘what’s good for the goose is also good for the gander’. The arrival of The Real News Network, Democracy Now! and grtv for example demonstrates what can be done, even on a shoestring budget. But to get onto the global media circuit still requires… Continue reading
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Even if Gaddafi is killed, NATO will not leave – ex-Belgian MP
‘The problem with resolutions is that they are not legal texts. Basically the interpretation of resolutions is a matter of ideology and power. France interpreted it the way they did just because they could! One shouldn’t forget they drafted these resolutions themselves. It just suits their interests,’ stated Vanoost. Continue reading
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Libya Newslinks 1 July 2011
1 July 2011 — williambowles.info Libya’s women-at-arms Washington Post Among Moammar Gaddafi’s most ardent loyalists are a core of Libyan women who have risen to high-profile roles in the police, military and government and credit Gaddafi with giving them greater career avenues than many of their sisters elsewhere in the … http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/libyas-women-at-arms/2011/06/30/AGM4qVtH_gallery.html Continue reading
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Strauss-Kahn a victim of conspiracy? — RT
New evidence is leading US prosecutors to reconsider the case and take sides with the French as the possibility of dismissing charges against DSK becomes highly probable. Continue reading
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Why is the flotilla heading for Gaza to break the blockade? Nadezhda Kevorkova on Flotilla Free Gaza 2
In May, Egypt announced that it was lifting the blockade of Gaza from its side. This has prompted many to wonder why the upcoming Gaza flotilla is necessary. We found some compelling reasons. Continue reading
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US: inspiring attacks from within — RT
Three men convicted of trying to blow up synagogues in New York have each been sentenced to 25 years in prison. But the case has raised allegations of entrapment, after they were actually incited by the FBI, and handed fake bombs. Continue reading
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Gerald Celente: "Austerity riots will come to the US" — RT
While riots erupt in Greece over austerity measures imposed by the government, back home lay-offs are rampant on Wall Street with Goldman Sachs relieving over 200 employees from their positions today. Is there a way out before Americans begin to emulate the Greeks? Continue reading
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Gerald Celente: “Austerity riots will come to the US” — RT
While riots erupt in Greece over austerity measures imposed by the government, back home lay-offs are rampant on Wall Street with Goldman Sachs relieving over 200 employees from their positions today. Is there a way out before Americans begin to emulate the Greeks? Continue reading
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Greeks outraged by government’s sellout for quick cash — RT
Greece is now set to receive 12 billion euro in additional rescue cash from the EU, after parliament passed a vote on how to implement tough new austerity measures. However, the move sent thousands of angry protestors on to the streets of Athens. Continue reading
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Greece standing up to EU neo-colonialism
Greek protests against the new austerity measures can be viewed as a way of standing up to EU neo-colonialism, both economically and politically, believes Professor Costas Douzinas from the University of London. Continue reading
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US looks on Libya as McDonald’s – Gaddafi’s son
USA looks upon Libya as fast food expecting a fast war and a quick victory, Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of the Libyan leader wanted by the ICC, told RT. But the West will never get what they want, he added. Continue reading
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Slash military budget not pensions – UK union leader — RT
British union leader Mark Serwotka says public sector workers, who are going on a nationwide strike on June 30, will not allow the cabinet to go on with the planned cuts of budget spending. Continue reading
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Arming Libyan rebels contradicts case for war — RT
The UN resolution allowing use of force against Gaddafi is meant to protect civilians. Armed rebels are clearly not civilians; so France’s airlifting of weapons to Libya goes against the whole case for the war, says British journalist John Laughland. Continue reading
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Libya Newslinks for 29 June 2011
29 June 2011 — williambowles.info 29 June 2011 SCF: France armed Libyan rebels – official Mathaba: China: All Freedom-Loving People Must Condemn NATO Action In Libya Morning Star: Senate rules out troops on ground Morning Star: We need to start fighting British terror Dissident Voice: Mugged then Shot Dissident Voice: How Should Americans Respond to Continue reading
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EU bailout of Greece – “robbery and swindle” — RT
On the streets of Athens the voices of discontent are growing louder. From the next bailout installment the Greek politicians are eager to receive, the people will not get a penny, experts believe. Continue reading
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Video: Greeks declare war on austerity cuts — RT
At least 46 people have been injured as violent clashes and strikes paralyzed Greece on the eve of the vote for fresh austerity cuts. Over 20,000 people took out on the streets of Athens on Tuesday, beginning a massive general 48-hour strike. Continue reading
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UK protesters slam campaign in Libya — RT
Anti-war activists have taken to the streets of London to demonstrate against NATO’s military intervention in Libya. The demonstrators say it is time NATO was brought to book. Continue reading
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Video: Alex Jones: ‘ICC is a kangaroo court’
This isn’t the first time the ICC has come after figureheads, but with Gaddafi a sitting head of state, what implications does Colonel Gaddafi face? Continue reading