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

2026-09-12
By: Mitchell Plitnick
On: September 12, 2026
In: Settlements, UK
With: 0 Comments

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

Europe Needs To Put Teeth Behind Its Pretty Words on Palestine

2025-05-20
By: Mitchell Plitnick
On: May 20, 2025
In: Europe, Gaza

Advertisements The UK made statements and took what looked like action. More words from more European countries. Without real pressure on Israel, none of it will matter. Read more at Cutting Through    Continue Reading

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