September 4, 2020 | Astute News

Tensions Around Taiwan Are Intensifying

September 4, 2020

In yet another report about the Taiwan issue, the author, unfortunately, has nothing positive to say once again. Taiwan continues to dutifully contribute its share to one of the most painful problems …

Are We Deliberately Trying to Provoke a Military Crisis with Russia?

September 4, 2020

Opinion

A dangerous vehicle collision between U.S and Russian soldiers in Northeastern Syria on Aug. 24 highlights the fragility of the relationship and the broader test of wills between the two major powers.…

Battleground South China Sea? Growing US Hostility Toward China

September 4, 2020

Opinion

US hostility toward China’s growing political, economic, technological, and military prominence risks possible direct confrontation between both nations. China seeks peace and cooperative relations wi…

UAE Geopolitical Gamble Keeps Palestinian Peace Prospects on Life Support

September 4, 2020

Opinion

The decision by the UAE to establish diplomatic relations with Israel keeps a negotiated solution with Palestine on life support. There is no indication that forging relations with Israel will be more…

Trump’s International Malevolence Is Entirely Counterproductive

September 4, 2020

Opinion

Trump Washington continues its selective aggression against other governments that fail to toe the line of deference and economic submissiveness to what Trump calls “the Greatest Country in the world.…

Where Will All These War Games Lead?

September 4, 2020

Opinion

In northeast Syria last week, a U.S. military vehicle collided with a Russian armored vehicle, injuring four American soldiers. Both the Americans and Russians blame each other for failing to follow e…

Voting in a De-Facto Military State

September 4, 2020

Opinion

What are we in for on the foreign policy side come Nov. 3? Whoever wins this election, Joe Biden or Donald Trump, the answers before us are grim. For those who vote, the choice lies between a mentally…

Either Wait Forever for Science to Show the Covid Threat Is Over or Use Our Common Sense & Get Back to Normal

September 4, 2020

Opinion

The Covid-19 outbreak is largely over, and man’s attempts to slow, stop or understand the virus have failed. Science will eventually discover more about the pandemic but it is a slow process. Science,…