Following an initial strike on a suspected drug vessel in the Caribbean on September 2, the US military conducted a follow-up strike after assessing there were survivors. This second attack resulted in the deaths of the remaining crew, bringing the total death toll to 11 and sinking the ship. The administration has since faced scrutiny, as the President announced the strike, but has never publicly acknowledged killing survivors. Legal experts and members of Congress have raised concerns, with some arguing the strikes violate the law of armed conflict by executing individuals who are “hors de combat.” This has led to the UK ceasing intelligence sharing with the US due to concerns over the legality of these actions.
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Epstein survivors say they received death threats in new letter, painting a disturbing picture of intimidation and fear. The news itself is chilling, but the context surrounding these threats adds another layer of complexity and outrage. It seems the threats are directly tied to the survivors’ accounts and potential revelations related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, a case already saturated with allegations of abuse and exploitation. The fact that those who are speaking out against such atrocities are being targeted with threats is a harsh reality.
The nature of these threats is, of course, cause for deep concern. It’s a blatant attempt to silence the voices of those who have already suffered unimaginable trauma.… Continue reading
Speaking to the President, one Epstein survivor directly invited Donald Trump to the Capitol to meet them in person, emphasizing the reality of their trauma and the falsehood of claims that it is a hoax. Another survivor, making her public debut, urged the President to listen and pass the vote, reiterating that their experiences would not be silenced. Despite the release of documents, Trump and his Justice Department have been criticized for failing to provide the promised transparency to the victims and the public, and potentially backfiring as the Epstein files re-enter the news cycle.
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Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein gathered at the US Capitol to demand the full release of government files related to the sex-trafficking investigation. Accusers, alongside Representatives Ro Khanna and Marjorie Taylor Greene, are leading the push to force the unsealing of documents and end the perceived cover-up. The demand comes after a staggered release of limited files by Republicans and growing anger that the case was closed without hearing from accusers. The activists are aiming to compel the Justice Department to release the files through a discharge petition, which would require significant bipartisan support in the House of Representatives.
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Eighty years after the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, surviving Japanese citizens express mounting frustration over global leaders’ acceptance of nuclear weapons. Many survivors, after years of silence due to trauma and fear of discrimination, are now speaking out. They are sharing their experiences and advocating for nuclear disarmament, hoping to raise awareness, particularly among younger generations and foreigners. These survivors, such as Kunihiko Iida and Fumiko Doi, are dedicating their lives to educating others and warning against the devastating consequences of nuclear war.
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The recent cuts to the 9/11 Survivors’ Fund, orchestrated by the Department of Health and Human Services under the Trump administration, have ignited a firestorm of criticism. The decision to slash funding for this vital program, which supports those suffering from long-term health issues related to the attacks, is viewed by many as profoundly insensitive and deeply wrong.
It’s particularly galling given the historical context. The attacks of September 11th, 2001, are a defining moment in American history, a tragedy that should unite the nation in its commitment to supporting the victims and their families. The current situation feels like a betrayal of that shared grief and responsibility.… Continue reading
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