All articles tagged with #anti war
Joe Kent’s resignation as the U.S. counterterrorism chief over Iran policy exposes a growing GOP split between anti-war populists and the hawkish establishment, with Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens amplifying dissent while the White House frames the issue as fringe; the factions’ clash could redefine the party’s direction ahead of elections and test whether populist sentiment can override the Trump-era foreign-policy consensus.
Joe Kent’s resignation as Trump’s director of the National Counterterrorism Center, railing against the Iran war and charging Israeli and media pressure, signals a rising MAGA counterculture that questions Trump’s foreign policy. The Bulwark argues younger, smaller MAGA figures are splitting from the Trump line, suggesting a divided MAGA could reshape the coalition. A separate Churchill-focused piece contends Trump is no Churchill and argues for alliance-building and the rule of law. The article also notes related political dynamics, including AIPAC lobbying tactics and congressional oversight moves.
At the 98th Academy Awards, Javier Bardem presented the Best International Feature winner while wearing a 'No a la Guerra' pin and declaring 'No to war and Free Palestine,' a moment that sparked online backlash accusing him of anti-Israel bias and prompting questions about why he was on stage. The controversy highlights ongoing debates about politics at the Academy Awards and aligns with Bardem’s past anti-war activism and recent advocacy surrounding Gaza and Israel relations.
The documentary Mr. Nobody Against Putin, about a teacher who opposed the Ukraine war, wins the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature at the 2026 Oscars in Los Angeles.
Thousands demonstrated in Italy and Spain against the war in Iran as Italy braces for a March 22 referendum on its justice system, with Rome protesters carrying banners like 'No to war' as part of a national demonstration.
After Trump’s joint U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran, conservative Tucker Carlson and liberal Jane Fonda publicly denounced the war as unnecessary and dangerous, highlighting a surprising anti-war stance within the MAGA base. The piece questions the war’s legality and rationale, notes skepticism about Iran’s nuclear threat, and suggests the conflict could reshape Republican politics and the broader debate over U.S. military intervention.
An 18-year-old Russian street musician, Diana Loginova, known as Naoko, has been jailed for the third time for performing anti-war songs, amid Russia's crackdown on dissent related to the Ukraine invasion. Her performances, which support exiled artists opposing the war, have sparked protests and solidarity videos, but also led to repeated arrests and short jail sentences under broad censorship laws.
In St. Petersburg, 18-year-old street musicians Diana Loginova and Alexander Orlov have been detained for the third time in a month for performing anti-war songs and organizing unsanctioned gatherings, facing charges including discrediting the Russian military, amid ongoing government repression of dissenting voices.
Hundreds of young people in St Petersburg protested against Putin by singing banned anti-war songs, including 'Swan Lake,' leading to arrests and highlighting restrictions on free assembly in Russia amid international sanctions and geopolitical tensions.
Hideo Kojima, the influential game designer known for his innovative and provocative approach since 1987, is now communicating more clearly than before, though his core message and impact on video game storytelling and anti-war themes remain consistent.
Anti-war candidate Boris Nadezhdin has been barred from running in Russia's presidential election due to allegedly falling short of the required number of signatures, further clearing the political landscape for Vladimir Putin. Nadezhdin, who openly opposes Putin's policies and challenges the invasion of Ukraine, has disputed the claims and plans to appeal. This move reflects the sidelining of political opponents in Russia, where presidential elections are seen as a formality showcasing Putin's popular approval. Another anti-war candidate, Yekaterina Duntsova, was also rejected previously, raising concerns about the targeting of political opposition in the country.
The Russian rock band Bi-2, known for criticizing Putin's invasion of Ukraine, was detained in Thailand for working without a permit, sparking concerns of Kremlin's influence beyond its borders. The band's lead singer, labeled a "foreign agent" by Russian authorities, has fled to Israel, while the rest remain in a cramped migration prison. Calls from former U.S. ambassador to Russia and activist Bill Browder urge the U.S. State Department to pressure Thailand not to deport the band members to Russia, where they could face persecution. Human Rights Watch warns that those without dual citizenship could be at risk if deported to Russia.
Boris Nadezhdin, a former opposition lawmaker, is running a long-shot campaign to challenge Vladimir Putin for the Russian presidency by harnessing the anti-war sentiment among Russians. He aims to end Russia's war in Ukraine and has garnered considerable support, needing 100,000 signatures to be registered as a candidate. Critics speculate his candidacy suits the Kremlin for PR reasons, but Nadezhdin remains confident and aims to change the country by promoting peace and freedom.
Anti-war protesters in Durham, North Carolina, caused a traffic standstill on the Durham Freeway during the evening commute, urging people to call their representative to end the war. The protest, organized by the Jewish Voice for Peace, lasted for nearly three hours before the group complied with police orders to disperse. While some drivers expressed support for the cause, others felt that city resources could have been better utilized elsewhere.
The lengthy ordeal of a Russian anti-war activist, Peter Nikitin, at the Serbian border raises concerns for other Kremlin critics residing in Serbia, according to independent Serbian and Russian analysts. Nikitin, who has organized protests against Russia's invasion of Ukraine, was denied entry into Serbia and held in the transit zone of Belgrade's airport for over 24 hours before finally being allowed through passport control. This incident, the first of its kind in Serbia since over 100,000 Russians opposed to the war moved there, sends a troubling signal to Nikitin and fellow activists. Analysts suggest that the Serbian leadership and security services may take legal action against any Russian citizen whose activism displeases Moscow, potentially at the request of the Kremlin or Russia's security services.