President Donald Trump has deployed several warships and thousands of Marines to the southern Caribbean—just miles off the coast of Venezuela. The provocative mission was launched under the guise of an anti-narcotics crusade, but risks disastrous outcomes for both countries. While a war with Venezuela might seem unlikely, the move is sure to radically escalate tensions with the Latin American state, and in the worst-case scenario could become a trip-wire for direct conflict with Caracas. According to a recent New York Times report, the president has signed a secret directive authorizing...

US Officials Bypassed Objections to Rush $30 Million to Aid Agency Accused of Participating in Gaza Genocide
US officials ignored dozens of objections and waived several required safeguards to rush millions of dollars to the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF). Amnesty International has labeled the GHF a tool of Israel’s genocide in Gaza.

Iranian Missiles Hit Five Israeli Military Bases During War
At least five Israeli military facilities were damaged in Iranian strikes during last month’s 12-day war, including a base housing the IDF’s top intelligence unit, according to satellite images obtained by the Telegraph.

‘ISIS-Linked’ Palestinian Group Admits to Coordinating With Israel
A Palestinian militia opposed to Hamas and reportedly tied to the Islamic State is actively cooperating with Israel, its leader now admits.

Freedom Flotilla Ship Will Attempt to Break Israeli Blockade of Gaza
The Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) has said it will attempt to break the Israeli siege of Gaza with another ship. Last month, the FFC vessel ‘Madleen’ was seized by Israeli forces before it could reach the starving people of the Strip.
Iran Targets US Base In Qatar in Response to Attack on Nuclear Sites
In retaliation for the US attack on three Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend, Tehran has launched missile salvos at an American base in Qatar. Iran says it also launched a new 3,300-pound missile at Israel.
Israel Detains Activists Bringing Aid to Gaza
Hours after the Israeli defense minister threatened military action against a tiny aid ship carrying activists attempting to break the blockade on Gaza, the IDF intercepted the boat and detained all on board. The dangerous vessel was armed with rice and baby formula.
Top US Senator Has ‘Never Been More Worried About Syria’
After a decade-long American effort to remove Syrian President Bashar al-Assad from power in Damascus, Senator Lindsey Graham says the US-backed jihadists that now control the country are causing more concern than ever.