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As’ad AbuKhalil: Iran protests: covering the other side

As’ad AbuKhalil: Prior to receiving the letter from a critical reader, I of course, was planning to see how the Western media were going to cover the Iran protests. The New York Times has moved her Iran correspondent from…Toronto to…New … Continue reading

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MECA in Cairo

Happy New Year from Cairo 31 December 2009 This is our fifth day in Cairo and we invite you to read our blog with accounts of our days here. We are still trying to get reach Gaza and our wish … Continue reading

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Gaza: Forsaken but not Forgotten

Jamal Dajani from Erez Excerpt: More than a thousand activists from around 40 countries remained in Cairo after the Egyptian government declined them entry due to the “sensitive situation” in the Palestinian territory. When was it not a “sensitive situation” … Continue reading

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Western troops accused of executing 10 Afghan civilians, including children

Jerome Starkey In Kabul Excerpt: Assadullah Wafa, who led the investigation, said that US soldiers flew to Kunar from Kabul, suggesting that they were part of a special forces unit. “At around 1 am, three nights ago, some American troops … Continue reading

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Starhawk: Gaza Freedom March: A Day of Preparation

By Starhawk | Published: December 30, 2009 We’ve moved from the Old to the New Testament—from “Let my people go” to “Left Behind!” Woke up this morning sure my choice to stay was the right one, but deeply regretting it … Continue reading

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