Hillary Clinton has had an uncomfortable history with the state. She has decided, for the first time in years, to return to Iowa. The Democrats were quick to react. They are not very happy about her return, and believe that she will probably also formally announced a bid for presidency later. Democratic Sen. Tom Harkin is hosting his 37th annual steak fry in Iowa. This will mark Hillary Clinton’s … [Read more...]
Obama May Authorize Airstrikes against Isis in Syria
Although there had been demands that the U.S. not begin airstrikes in Syria and despite the Syrian government’s request that any airstrike be approved by the government beforehand, it seems that President Obama is preparing to expand the United States campaign against the IS extremist group beyond Iraq’s borders. The President will address the nation and lay out his political and military … [Read more...]
US Warplanes Strike Islamic State Near Haditha Dam
The United States carried out five strikes near Iraq's Haditha Dam yesterday. Its target were Islamic State insurgents that threatened the Dam. It appears that President Barack Obama called this campaign to finally defeat the jihadist movement. According to the U.S. government, the Islamic State represents a serious threat to the west as well as the Middle East. He added that key Nato allies are … [Read more...]
U.S. Plans to “degrade and ultimately destroy” ISIS
President Barack Obama promised Friday to “degrade and ultimately destroy” the militants of ISIS, an organization he claimed was too dangerous to be simply contained. The militant group, also known as ISIS, “poses a long-term threat to the safety and security of NATO members,” Obama said at a press conference in Newport, Wales. “We have a critical role to play in rolling back this savage … [Read more...]
World Leaders Gather for NATO Summit
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) started its 26th summit at the Celtic Manor Resort in Newport, southeast Wales of Britain on Thursday. This two-day summit is the first one held in Britain since Margaret Thatcher welcomed NATO leaders to London in 1990, when she was Prime Minister. It goes without saying that the main points on the 28-nation military alliance agenda include not … [Read more...]
Obama and Cameron Ask Allies to Increase Military Spending during NATO Summit
The United States President and the U.K. Prime Minister have joined forces in their efforts of combating terrorist threats, and together, they ask other NATO members to increase military spending in face of the growing tensions in the Middle East and in Ukraine. Increasing geopolitical tensions have made it clear to the world’s leaders that they need to prepared for eventual escalations and … [Read more...]
Obama Approves Surveillance Flights over Syria
According to U.S. officials, President Barack Obama approved surveillance flights over Syria in order to gain intelligence on the activities of ISIS. However Syria's foreign minister, Walid al-Moallem, has warned the U.S. not to conduct airstrikes inside Syria against the Islamic State group, without Damascus' consent. Al-Moallem's remarks at a press conference in Damascus marked the first … [Read more...]
Barack Obama Had Authorized U.S. Air Strikes Against Islamist Militants
President Barack Obama said on Thursday he had authorized U.S. air strikes against Islamist militants in northern Iraq. He had previously warned the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham, or ISIS, not to start threatening the strategic city of Erbil. ISIS reportedly trapped about 40,000 Christians and members of a religious sect called the Yazidi on Mount Sinjar near Mosul. "Today, America is … [Read more...]
“I won’t twiddle my thumbs” Obama said Regarding the Congress’ Lack of Action
President Barack Obama is planning to announce a set of executive actions at the end of the summer, meant to help stem the flow of illegal immigrants, including unaccompanied children, across the southern border. “I won't twiddle my thumbs” Obama said regarding the Congress’ lack of action. However 70% percent of Americans, believe illegal immigrants threaten traditional U.S. beliefs and … [Read more...]
Obama Promised More Than $33 Billion in Public and Private Investments in Africa
President Barack Obama sees Africa’s fast-growing economies as a great opportunity for U.S. companies to expand their investments. Companies such as Coca-Cola, Marriott Hotels and General Electric expressed their interest in investing as soon as their governments decrease corruption and human rights abuses. Obama promised more than $33 billion in public and private investments in Africa, thus … [Read more...]
