⁣CN’s MOST READ LIST OF 2024

From Julian Assange, to the deindustrialized north of England, the ongoing war in Ukraine and the genocide in Gaza, here are Consortium News‘ most read articles of 2024.

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THERE ARE NO MORE POLITICAL LEADERS IN THE WEST
Interview for Gegenpol

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CHANGE COURSE NOW. WE NEED A NEW PARADIGM
Interview for Schiller Institute

00:36 Introduction and political situation in the USA

• In 11 days, the USA will have a new president.
• Trump can change the rules of the game by appointing new people to key positions.
• Trump criticizes CIA operations.
• Trump does not want to be the world's policeman and does not support US involvement in foreign wars.

09:06 Trump's impact on the German elections

• Trump is changing the rules of the game, which will affect the elections in Germany.
• Germany must understand that the world has changed.
• Germany must choose a path that will lead to peace with Russia.
• ​​Trump can cooperate with European countries to solve problems.

15:04 Deployment of nuclear weapons in Germany

• Deployment of nuclear weapons in Germany raises security questions.
• Trump respects strong independent voices.
• Germany must start a strategic debate to avoid a catastrophe.
• The elections must lead to real change, not a repeat of failed policies.

19:55 The Future of the United States and Trump's Policy

• Donald Trump was elected on a populist mandate that overtook the traditional Republican Party.
• The Democratic Party has shown itself to be flawed, and if Trump delivers on his promises, his successor J.D. Vance will remain in power.
• Trump may solve the problem with Russia, but the situation in the Middle East remains dangerous.

23:15 Conflict in Syria and Palestine

• The new government in Syria does not control internal factions.
• Trump seeks to prevent the United States from being drawn into wars, especially with Iran.
• Turkey is vulnerable to US economic pressure, which could change regional stability.
• Iran may sign an agreement with Russia, but it will not be a defensive alliance.

37:52 US-China Relations

• The Trump administration had hopes for improved relations with China.
• BRICS has become a powerful force, representing more than 80% of the world's population.
• Indonesia became a full member of BRICS, which increased its influence.
• The US needs an enemy to maintain domestic politics.
• Economic tensions between the US and China will be manageable.

44:51 The future of the Pacific region

• China seeks membership in new economic organizations.
• Trump wants to make America reliable for China, and then compete economically.
• Tensions between the US and China will be economic, not military.

53:19 Restoring US greatness

• Trump can restore the US economy by investing in the civilian manufacturing sector.
• Recovering the US economy can make the country a peaceful partner and beneficial to the American people.
• The American people support Trump because of his aggressive stance.
• Trump seeks to revive civilian industry in the US, but does so through brute force.
• Tensions with Mexico expected due to tariffs and immigration policy.

01:04:26 The tipping point and the humanistic approach

• Trump is destroying traditional institutions and academic thinking.
• His approach to diplomacy is brute force, which can lead to conflicts.
• The US may not support the changes, which will lead to the instability of the revolution.

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TRUMP CRITICIZES NATO EXPANSION, POSTS JEFFREY SACHS TRUTH
Interview for Garland Nixon

00:30 Introduction

• Mention of upcoming events in Washington and New York.
• Announcement of the event with Ania K.

03:38 The Problems with NATO and Ukraine

• NATO expansion and its impact on the conflict in Ukraine.
• Trump admits that NATO expansion was the cause of the conflict.
• Trump manipulates history to justify his actions.
• In his first term, Trump was not free to act due to pressure on him.

11:52 War in Syria and Iraq

• Discussion of US interventions in Syria and Iraq.
• Obama and Netanyahu played a key role in these wars.
• Trump criticizes US military interventions in the region.
• Netanyahu fabricated an intelligence report, claiming that Iran was violating the agreement.
• Trump sought a better deal, rather than attack Iran, as Netanyahu wanted.
• Trump sends Netanyahu a signal that Iran is a priority, but not through war.

21:13 Trump's independence

• Trump creates conditions where he can reach out to Israel without dragging the US into new wars.
• He is independent on Israel and does not allow himself to be drawn into new conflicts.
• Trump uses indirect signals to show his position.
• Trump monitors headlines and alternative sources of information.
• New media has a significant impact on international politics.
• Trump and his administration use alternative media to understand the context.

30:07 Trump's revolution

• Trump plans to enter Greenland and take control of the Panama Canal.
• This is revolutionary, as Trump refuses to play the role of the world's policeman.
• Trump seeks to create a self-sufficient America, independent of China.
• Big changes are expected at home, including reform of the Justice Department.

38:06 Zelensky and his problems

• Polish presidential candidate says Kyiv cannot be part of the EU and NATO without admitting responsibility for massacres.
• Zelensky has made enemies, and his enemies may come out of the shadows.
• Ukrainian government is under the influence of Western Ukrainian nationalists.
• Mainstream media no longer hides the truth about Zelensky and his problems.

51:38 Trump and reality TV

• Trump tests Europe's reaction.
• He seeks to destroy the EU and NATO in order to leave these alliances.
• Trump criticizes NATO and Europe, considering them problems.

54:36 Iran and Russia

• Russia and Iran sign military alliance.
• Russia and Iran exchange data and technology to improve their military capabilities.
• Railway between Russia and Iran will make trade easier and more profitable.
• Iran will not be able to give up its nuclear potential alone.
• The deal with Russia gives Iran the opportunity to be tougher in negotiations.
• War with the US and Israel is not in Iran's interests.

01:00:58 Venezuela and the coup

• Venezuela prepares for elections.
• The coup attempt in Venezuela was planned by the CIA.
• Venezuela has become better at resisting US operations.
• Russia and China may be helping Venezuela with intelligence resources.
• Cuba is also actively involved in intelligence operations.

01:08:31 Events and books

• Announcement of events dedicated to the book.

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⁣YEMENI MISSILES HIT ISRAEL, IRAN ORDERS EMERGENCY MILITARY DRILLS — PUTIN'S BOLD MOVE?
Interview for Danny Haiphong

Live Stream Scheduled for January 09, 2025 at 8:30pm ET

Today we dive into the Middle East, where Yemen has conducted near daily military operations against Israel and Iran has ordered massive military drills amid threats of a new Israeli strike.

PLUS: a new Russia-Iran strategic agreement nears. Trump infuriated Netanyahu AND NATO in just seconds. Is the resistance set to rebound in 2025?

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YEMENI HYPERSONIC HITS ISRAEL, IRAN ORDERS EMERGENCY DRILLS — PUTIN'S BOLD MOVE REVEALED
Interview for Danny Haiphong

00:01 About the new format of the show.
01:02 Yemen and its role in the resistance axis.
09:50 The future of the resistance axis.
11:49 Ansarallah's successes.
15:39 Yemen and its development.
18:20 Control over the Red Sea.
23:01 The fatigue of the Israeli army.
27:37 The political struggle between Trump and Netanyahu.
35:08 Economic competition with China.
37:43 Support and sabotage of Trump.
41:13 Iran's drills and their significance.
50:48 Hezbollah and supplies.
59:10 The political situation.
01:03:49 Examples of other countries.
01:10:37 China and Russia.
01:15:19 Event dedicated to the book "Covering Ukraine".
01:20:05 Interview with Volodymyr Zelensky.
01:29:42 Consequences of Russia's victory.
01:38:37 US strategy and its failure.
01:44:19 Trump's economic policy.
01:49:17 Influence of the political establishment.
01:57:44 The future of the Trump administration.
02:04:59 Sanctions and isolation of the United States.

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ON GAZA, SYRIA, BASHAR AL-ASSAD, UKRAINE, NATO & FUTURE VISION
Interview for India & Global Left

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⁣INTERESTING TIMES

“May you live in interesting times.”

Said to be a curse, this apocryphal saying, attributed to China, is in fact more than likely the product of an Englishman’s imagination. It is, however, accurate nonetheless, especially if one’s understanding of the definition of the word “interesting” takes a more morbid approach toward what is capable today of “arousing curiosity or interest” or “holding or catching the attention.”

By any account, 2024 was an “interesting” year. We began with dual conflicts in progress—the Russian “Special Military Operation” in Ukraine, and the ongoing Israeli genocide in Gaza.

But there were other conflicts as well, those that operated below the event horizon of most Americans.

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ABOUT UKRAINE & GAZA DURING THE SECOND TRUMP ADMINISTRATION
Interview for Issues that Matter with Cynthia Pooler

00:01 Introduction and Trump's goals. NATO influence and Trump's position.
10:00 Corruption and US interference.
17:15 The situation in Gaza.
22:21 Palestinians and their differences.
29:27 Panama.
33:41 Greenland.
38:49 The future and nuclear war.
45:20 Passport and work on the film.
48:41 National Candidate Recognition Day. Call for participation.

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