Source: Sky News [UK]
“Three people were killed in Russia by Ukrainian attacks overnight, local authorities have reported, with Russian drones also striking Ukraine. It comes ahead of Donald Trump’s meeting with Vladimir Putin on Friday.” (08/11/25)
Source: Quillette
by Benny Morris
“Netanyahu launched his anti-judiciary campaign — which, in Orwellian fashion, he has dubbed ‘judicial reform’ — three years ago, following the start of his trial on charges that include bribery and fraud and that, if convicted, could land him in jail. Since the Attorney-General has the power to end the legal proceedings, by replacing Baharav-Miara with a personal stooge, Netanyahu could escape prison. Many Israelis view the behaviour of the Netanyahu family over the years, and especially since the start of the current war, as symptomatic of the corruption of the country’s norms and values. The family has spent millions of dollars of treasury money on renovations to their private residences in Jerusalem and Caesarea, citing ‘security requirements.’ And then there is the behaviour of Netanyahu’s two sons: Yair (aged 35) and Avner (aged 30).” (08/09/25)
https://quillette.com/2025/08/09/the-most-corrupt-government-in-the-west-israel-netanyahu/
Source: BBC News [UK State Media]
“The US justice department has filed a subpoena ordering New York Attorney General Letitia James to testify about her civil fraud investigation into President Donald Trump, sources have told US media. James won a civil case against Trump in 2023 – before he returned to office – that accused him of overvaluing his properties in order to take out loans with favourable terms. He is currently appealing against the judgment. No charges have been filed against James. Both her office and Trump argue the other has abused their investigative powers. James’ office has also received another subpoena regarding her investigation of the National Rifle Association, according to CBS, the BBC’s US partner. The investigation into James is being led by the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of New York, CBS reports.” (08/09/25)
Source: The Daily Economy
by Peter C Earle
“The new levy rattled global markets, but that may be just the beginning. History teaches us to be wary when the government targets gold.” (08/08/25)
https://thedailyeconomy.org/article/trumps-39-tariff-on-gold-revenue-grab-or-prelude-to-revaluation/
Source: France 24 [French state media]
“Police in London arrested at least 365 people Saturday for supporting Palestine Action at the latest and largest protest backing the group since the government banned it last month under anti-terror laws. The Metropolitan Police said it made the hundreds of arrests, thought to be one of the highest ever at a single protest in the UK capital, for ‘supporting a proscribed organisation.’ It also arrested seven for other offences including assaults on officers, though none were seriously injured, it added. The government outlawed Palestine Action in early July days after it took responsibility for a break-in at an air force base in southern England that caused an estimated £7 million ($9.3 million) of damage to two aircraft.” (08/09/25)
https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20250809-uk-arrests-200-backing-banned-pro-palestine-group
Source: Responsible Statecraft
by Eldar Mamedov
“The Trump administration has reportedly taken an essential step towards a peace settlement in Ukraine. It has stopped calling for an unconditional early ceasefire — which the Russians have always rejected — and instead offered concrete and detailed terms to Moscow. If as reported these terms include recognition of the Russian annexation of Crimea and the Donbas, this makes excellent sense. It has been obvious since the failure of the Ukrainian counter-offensive in 2023 that Ukraine cannot recover these territories either by force or through negotiation.” (08/09/25)
Source: Christian Science Monitor
by staff
“In one troubled region of Eurasia, the cause of peace and progress received a boost Friday. A framework for a peace deal signed between Armenia and Azerbaijan at the White House will set these longtime enemies on a path of cooperation. Under the pledge, Armenia is giving up a narrow sliver of land to create the Zangezur corridor, allowing Azerbaijan a transit link to its territory of Nakhichevan and, beyond that, to Turkey. In an unexpected twist, the United States will develop this corridor under a 99-year lease, which can help avoid the appearance of Armenia ceding territory to Azerbaijan. Yet a deeper significance than trade lies in the pact. Both of these former Soviet republics, sandwiched between Russia, Iran, and Turkey, have found common strength in trying to avoid the kind of big-power politics that have shaped their past.” (08/08/25)
Source: Politico
“Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets across Israel to protest against the Netanyahu government’s plan to expand its military operation in the Gaza Strip. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has faced sharp criticism at home and abroad after announcing that the Israeli military would seize Gaza City. The full Cabinet was expected to give its approval to the escalation as soon as Sunday. Families of hostages were among the protesters amid new fears over the 50 remaining captives, with 20 of them thought to be alive, held by the militant group Hamas, according to media reports.” (08/10/25)
Source: The Scott Horton Show
“Scott interviews former Green Beret Tony Aguilar about the scenes he witnessed while working as a GHF contractor in Gaza.” (08/09/25)
https://scotthorton.org/interviews/8-8-25-tony-aguilar-on-the-war-crimes-he-witnessed-in-gaza/
Source: The Price of Liberty
by Nathan Barton
“One principle of environmental science and engineering is that air and water pollution are a form of trespass. When you intentionally or accidentally allow contaminants in the air or water that leaves your property to cross into someone else’s property. You are committing a trespass, and can be held legally liable for the consequences. Just like you could if your dog pooped on the neighbor’s lawn, or that same dog pulled over your trash can and scattered trash into the street and your neighbor’s yards.” (08/09/25)
https://thepriceofliberty.org/2025/08/09/canada-is-trespassing-on-the-states/