December 13, 2016 – Astute News

December 13, 2016

There is More Than One Truth to Tell in the Awful Story of Aleppo

Western politicians, “experts” and journalists are going to have to reboot their stories over the next few days now that Bashar al-Assad’s army has retaken control of eastern Aleppo. We’re going to find out if the 250,000 civilians “trapped” in the city were indeed that numerous. We’re going to hear far more about why they were not able to leave...

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December 13, 2016

Peace in Syria – It’s the Last Thing the US Wants

Last week US President Obama waived military aid restrictions for “foreign forces” and others in Syria. When hopes were raised for an end to the Syrian conflict following the recapture of most of eastern Aleppo, the US is pouring more petrol on the fire. Now, we can question as to whether this will make a massive difference on the ground...

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December 13, 2016

Ocean Waves and Breakdowns

Some interesting things have been happening in the oceans recently, with movements of naval vessels for various purposes around the world. In October, for example, Russia deployed eight ships to the Mediterranean to support Syria in its fight against Islamic jihadist rebels, an action condemned by the governments and media of some countries in the US-NATO military alliance. This was...

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December 13, 2016

Blowback from America’s Disastrous Policy in Yemen will be Profound

The war in Yemen has received little media attention. Yet it is just as brutal as the war in Syria. Blowback from U.S. policy in Yemen that supports Saudi Arabia’s war against the country’s Houthi rebels will be profound for both the region and, potentially, for the United States. Saudi Arabia and its coalition partners are enforcing a naval blockade...

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December 13, 2016

Washington’s Dangerous Drums of War on North Korea

The drums of war are starting to beat in Washington over North Korea. On Dec. 1, retired Gen. Walter Sharp, former commander of U.S. Forces Korea, said that President-elect Donald Trump’s administration must be ready to launch a pre-emptive strike on North Korean missile sites the next time Pyongyang is preparing to conduct a test of a long-range rocket capable...

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December 13, 2016

Syrian War Report – December 13, 2016: Clashes Near Palmyra, Liberation of Aleppo

The Syrian Army liberated the city of Aleppo. First reports appeared on December 12, 2016. The Syrian Defense Ministry will likely announce this on December 13, 2016. Hezbollah, Liwa al-Quds, the Desert Hawks Brigade, Harakat Hezbollah al-Nujaba the SSNP’s military wing and other pro-government units had played an important role in assisting the Syrian army in this. Without their help...

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December 13, 2016

US Dollar is Losing Ground in Southeast Asian Countries

One of the world’s most important processes in recent years has been the weakening of the US dollar on the international currency market and the desire of many countries to abandon it in order to release their economies from US influence. The United States is resisting this process. Recently, the US created the Trans-Pacific Partnership: one of its goals was...

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December 13, 2016

New Ransomware Offers to Restore Your Files for Free — If You Infect Two Friends

The days of random mischief on the internet are not over, but the most skilled hackers have moved on to more lucrative ventures. Stealing personal data and banking details has been a moneymaker for years, but more recently the threat of ransomware has appeared. These pieces of malware encrypt your files and won’t unlock them unless you pay, but the...

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Daily Archive: December 13, 2016

There is More Than One Truth to Tell in the Awful Story of Aleppo

Peace in Syria – It’s the Last Thing the US Wants

Ocean Waves and Breakdowns

Blowback from America’s Disastrous Policy in Yemen will be Profound

Washington’s Dangerous Drums of War on North Korea

Syrian War Report – December 13, 2016: Clashes Near Palmyra, Liberation of Aleppo

US Dollar is Losing Ground in Southeast Asian Countries

New Ransomware Offers to Restore Your Files for Free — If You Infect Two Friends