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A Big BDS Victory Has Gone Under the Radar

2026-09-27
By: Mitchell Plitnick
On: September 27, 2026
In: BDS

Advertisements The suspension of the sale of Israel bonds in Europe has received scant attention. But this de facto sanction is exactly the sort thing that we need a lot more of. Read more at Cutting Through  Continue Reading

Britain’s Israel Sanctions: All Bark, No Bite?

2026-09-12
By: Mitchell Plitnick
On: September 12, 2026
In: Settlements, UK

Advertisements In this week’s Globalists podcast, Josh White and I dig into the UK’s new sanctions on Israeli settlements — and the diplomatic firestorm they’ve sparked with Israel. Listen at The Battleground Or watch the video on YouTubeContinue Reading

After giving up on military force, Trump’s new plan to defeat Iran is…more economic sanctions?

2026-08-29
By: Mitchell Plitnick
On: August 29, 2026
In: Iran

Advertisements Trump’s “Operation Economic Outcast” to impose secondary sanctions on countries trading with Iran is a tacit admission of U.S. military defeat. But sanctions haven’t worked for 47 years, and Iran won’t let the U.S. decide when the shooting war ends. Read more at Mondoweiss  Continue Reading

As Israel faces increasing international isolation, BDS becomes more crucial than ever

2025-09-20
By: Mitchell Plitnick
On: September 20, 2025
In: BDS, Israel

Advertisements Benjamin Netanyahu walked back claims about Israel’s international isolation after causing a stock market dip, but he was right – the Gaza genocide has severely hurt Israel‘s standing. It’s never been a better time for divestment and sanctions. Read more at Mondoweiss  Continue Reading

Europe is trying to put pressure on Israel to stop the Gaza slaughter. Will Trump let them?

2025-05-29
By: Mitchell Plitnick
On: May 29, 2025
In: Europe, Israel

Advertisements Netanyahu is facing increasing pressure from European states, including the threat of sanctions. The unanswered question is whether Trump will actually let Europe take action, or will he once again shield Israel from any accountability. Read more at MondoweissContinue Reading

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