US foreign policy

Sanders: If Netanyahu Says No to Palestinian State, US Must Say No to Netanyahu

Reflecting on recent global events, my mind can’t escape the troubled relationship between Israel and Palestine. This manifestation of conflicts, discrimination, and repression has become the new normal in this region. As an American citizen observing from afar, I’m often naively hopeful for signs of the cessation of these conflicts. And recently, these hopes were further raised by the statement made by Senator Bernie Sanders: “If Netanyahu says no to a Palestinian state, the US must say no to Netanyahu.” This proclamation certainly spurred a fermentation of thoughts in my mind which I’ll share in the rawest form.

I confess that I am not an ardent admirer of Benjamin “Bibi” Netanyahu, the incumbent permanent representative of Israel.… Continue reading

Biden says US strikes against Houthi rebels will continue as bombardment has yet to deter militants

Biden says US strikes against Houthi rebels will continue as bombardment has yet to deter militants. This headline caught my attention today, and it made me reflect deeply on the ongoing conflict in Yemen and the role of the United States in this situation. As an ordinary citizen, I can’t help but feel a sense of frustration and sadness when I see that violence and destruction persist, despite efforts to bring about peace.

The comments I read express a range of emotions, from anger and frustration to a desire for more decisive action. One commenter suggests that the official Yemeni government might be in talks with the US to restart the civil war with their support, while another urges the US to “fuck them up.”… Continue reading