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Report: Assad Moving Chemical Weapons Components into Place

Report: Assad Moving Chemical Weapons Components into Place

According to a U.S. defense official speaking on the condition of anonymity, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s government is moving chemical weapons components for what some fear may be a strike against the Syrian opposition.  Apparently, the movement of the components

Bashar al-Assad's 21st Century Scorched Earth Policy

Bashar al-Assad's 21st Century Scorched Earth Policy

In Damascus, Bashar al-Assad’s military is bulldozing and blocking re-entrance to certain neighborhoods marked as slums. Ironically, these are neighborhoods full of people who were the first to rise up in armed resistance against Assad some months, and in many

World View: Egypt's Stock Market Crashes 10%

World View: Egypt's Stock Market Crashes 10%

This morning’s key headlines from GenerationalDynamics.com Egypt’s stock market crashes 10% over government turmoil Riots and stock market may force Morsi to back down Rift between IMF and Eurozone leaders puts Greece’s bailout in limbo Russia warns that Turkey’s Patriot

In Shocker, Israel's Barak Quits Politics

In Shocker, Israel's Barak Quits Politics

(AP) In shocker, Israel’s Barak quits politicsBy AMY TEIBELAssociated PressJERUSALEMIsraeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak on Monday abruptly announced he was quitting politics, injecting new turmoil into the Israeli political system weeks ahead of general elections. Barak, Israel’s most-decorated soldier and

New Addition to Israel's Defense

New Addition to Israel's Defense

A new addition to Israel’s defense is set to be tested very soon. The David’s Sling’s Stunner interceptor missile, a missile defense system currently under development by Rafael in Israel and Raytheon in the US, is supposed to be operational

Sen. McCain: Rice 'Not The Problem'

Sen. McCain: Rice 'Not The Problem'

Sen. John McCain (R-AZ), apparently frightened by Democrats playing the race card over his opposition to UN Ambassador Susan Rice for Secretary of State, has now backtracked, saying that Rice could change his mind on her qualifications for the position.

Arab Columnists Blame Iran for Inciting Palestinians

Arab Columnists Blame Iran for Inciting Palestinians

A number of Arab columnists believe the rockets being launched from Gaza into Israel, are only being launched because Iran has incited Palestinians for ulterior reasons. These alleged reasons include a demonstration of Iranian influence, the pursuit of an improved position

Retired Saudi Navy Officer Defends Israel

Retired Saudi Navy Officer Defends Israel

In a piece written for Arab News in October marking the 39th anniversary of the Yom Kippur War, Abdulateef Al Mulhim, a retired commodore from the Royal Saudi Navy, took a highly unorthodox position. that the real villains in the

NATO Ready to Protect Turkey from Syria

NATO Ready to Protect Turkey from Syria

NATO is considering sending Patriot anti-missile batteries to Turkey to use along its border with Syria.  NATO chief Anders Fogh Rasmussen said Turkey hasn’t asked for the defensive batteries, but if a request is made, NATO “will consider that as a matter

British Grant Recognition of Syrian Opposition Government

British Grant Recognition of Syrian Opposition Government

The Syrian National Coalition, the leading opposition group in Syria to Bashar al-Assad’s regime, has made a significant step towards legitimacy — recognition by the British government.  This development comes a week after France became the first western nation to

Germany To Provide Patriot Missiles and Troops To Turkey?

Germany To Provide Patriot Missiles and Troops To Turkey?

Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu has asked NATO to provide Patriot Missile batteries that would include the specialty troops necessary to operate them. His stated concern is defending Turkey from a Syrian chemical missile attack. As of right now, the

World View: Israeli Delegation Goes to Cairo for Peace Talks

World View: Israeli Delegation Goes to Cairo for Peace Talks

This morning’s key headlines from GenerationalDynamics.com Farcical MF Global decision excuses Jon Corzine and employees from guilt The Metastasis of Corruption Israel fires artillery into Syria for the third time Israeli delegation goes to Cairo for peace talks Farcical MF

World View: Egypt Rushes to Mediate Truce in Israel-Gaza War

World View: Egypt Rushes to Mediate Truce in Israel-Gaza War

This morning’s key headlines from GenerationalDynamics.com Hamas and Israel each demand retribution as conflict escalates Egypt rushes in to mediate between Hamas and Israel Greek protesters attack German official after slur on Greek workers Hamas and Israel each demand retribution

Obama Re-Election Prompts Middle East War

Obama Re-Election Prompts Middle East War

It is impossible not to notice the timing of this week’s incipient Middle East regional war. It comes approximately one week after Barack Obama was re-elected to the presidency. Last Tuesday, Obama won re-election; four days later, Hamas began firing

Rocket Attack from Gaza Strip Kills 3 Israelis

Rocket Attack from Gaza Strip Kills 3 Israelis

(AP) Rocket attack from Gaza Strip kills 3 IsraelisBy AMY TEIBEL AND IBRAHIM BARZAKAssociated PressJERUSALEMMilitants in the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip killed three Israelis on Thursday in a rocket attack likely to deepen a bruising Israeli air, naval and artillery offensive,

Israel's Iron Dome Intercepts 13 Hamas Rockets; Update: 17

Israel's Iron Dome Intercepts 13 Hamas Rockets; Update: 17

(AP) Israel assassinates Hamas military chief in Gaza By IBRAHIM BARZAK and JOSEF FEDERMANAssociated PressGAZA CITY, Gaza StripIsrael carried out a blistering offensive of more than 20 airstrikes in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, assassinating Hamas’ military commander and targeting

Obama Presser: Chuck Todd Wins, Jessica Yellin Loses

You would think that after eight months, the media would be loaded for bear when the opportunity finally arose to ask President Obama serious questions about something other than a campaign — especially in the wake of Libya, an anemic

Gaza: First of Three Fronts Against Iran?

Gaza: First of Three Fronts Against Iran?

With its strike on Hamas military chief Ahmed Jabari today, Israel may have opened the first of what could soon be three fronts against Iran.  The Israel Defense Force described the strike as the first of many in a campaign