- The Trump Administration plans to keep 702 spying program going with or without Congressional approval. [Link]
- Robert Perry explains how the Russiagate believers continue to push the Russia hacked the election narrative after it has been proven false several times. [Link]
- Russia looks to expand its influence over North Korea. [Link]
- Kevin Drum explains the increasing casualties for Afghani civilians from US airstrikes. [Link]
- Nick Turse looks at the extensive US special operations in Africa. [Link]
- Saudi Arabia pledges $100 million to the West African coalition fighting Islamists. [Link]
- Putin declares victory over ISIS in Syria. [Link]
- Trump calls on Saudi Arabia to relax their blockade of Yemen. Trump is asking Saudi Arabia to allow aid to enter Yemen. [Link] Saudi Arabia has not allowed fuel to enter Yemen in over a month. [Link]
- Saudi Arabia increases the intensity of the bombing of Sanaa. [Link]