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The Mystery of the Nagasaki Bomb
The Mystery of the Nagasaki Bomb
On Aug. 9, 1945, as Japan’s high command met on surrender plans, the U.S. dropped a second bomb on Nagasaki killing 74,000 people instantly, a decision that’s never been adequately explained, writes John LaForge.
11.08.2025
When Time Stopped in Hiroshima — and When it Was Stolen
When Time Stopped in Hiroshima — and When it Was Stolen
The first atomic bomb burst at 8:15 a.m. over the city of Hiroshima leaving its impression on a watch that disappeared 44 years later, reports Joe Lauria.
07.08.2025
Another Hiroshima is Coming — Unless We Stop It Now
Another Hiroshima is Coming — Unless We Stop It Now
Hiroshima and Nagasaki were acts of premeditated mass murder unleashing a weapon of intrinsic criminality. It was justified by lies that form the bedrock of 21st century U.S. war propaganda, casting a new enemy, and target — China.
07.08.2025
Eighty Years of Nuclear Terror
Eighty Years of Nuclear Terror
Ever since the atomic bombings of Japanese cities in August 1945, the world has been living on borrowed time.
06.08.2025
The Enduring Myth of Hiroshima & Nagasaki
The Enduring Myth of Hiroshima & Nagasaki
After the U.S. atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki On Aug. 6 and Aug. 9, 1945, there then ensued a U.S. propaganda campaign to claim the slaughter of more than 200,000 people saved lives, writes John LaForge.
06.08.2025
A Culture of Submission
A Culture of Submission
After the Iron Curtain bisected Germany in 1949 and Americans directed the nation’s Cold War reconstruction it was a kind of mutilation — on maps, but also in psyches.
05.05.2025
Close the US Military Bases in Asia
Close the US Military Bases in Asia
Trump is looking for ways to save money — an excellent idea given that the U.S. federal budget is hemorrhaging $2 trillion a year. Here’s where to start.
23.04.2025
Using ‘semiconductor iron triangle’ as pledge of allegiance won’t win the game
Using ‘semiconductor iron triangle’ as pledge of allegiance won’t win the game
Recently, former Japanese minister of economy, trade and industry Yasutoshi Nishimura publicly advocated for the so-called "semiconductor iron triangle," promoting trilateral cooperation among the US, Japan, and Taiwan island.
15.04.2025
Distorted view on Japan’s aggression during WWII needs to be corrected
Distorted view on Japan’s aggression during WWII needs to be corrected
In 2025, the world marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War - a moment that should compel us to reflect on the brutal nature of war and to remember the hard-earned lessons of history. Yet at this solemn juncture, recent remarks made by the US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth at a memorial service commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima in World War II (WWII) have sparked intense controversy.
31.03.2025
Intervention by Japan, EU a destabilizing factor in the S.China Sea
Intervention by Japan, EU a destabilizing factor in the S.China Sea
According to a report of the Japanese media outlet NHK on Monday, Japan and the EU will jointly hold a seminar next week for coast guard officials from five Southeast Asian countries, including the Philippines, on how to deal with "gray-zone situations," or situations that fall short of armed attacks.
19.03.2025
Regional countries firmly reject Japan’s daydream of an "Asian NATO"
Regional countries firmly reject Japan’s daydream of an "Asian NATO"
New Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is set to make his diplomatic debut this week at a series of summits related to ASEAN in Vientiane, Laos.
09.10.2024
China commemorates Sep 18 Incident
China commemorates Sep 18 Incident
Japan’s right-turning trend reignites concern among peace lovers worldwide.
19.09.2024
Top Australian-Japanese ministers prepare for war against China
Top Australian-Japanese ministers prepare for war against China
The Australian and Japanese foreign and defence ministers met in Queenscliff, Australia last week for their annual 2+2 summit.
10.09.2024
Frequent leaks, opaque handling greatly tarnish Japan’s reputation as Fukushima dumping marks one year
Frequent leaks, opaque handling greatly tarnish Japan’s reputation as Fukushima dumping marks one year
It has been one year since Japan began dumping nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the ocean despite broad opposition. So far, some 60,000 tons of water from Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant have been discharged as part of Japan's 30-year program to dump around one million tons of nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the ocean
26.08.2024
The Murder of Others
The Murder of Others
The U.S. has had a moral obligation to commemorate Nagasaki, but this year the U.S. refused to mark its murder of innocent Japanese by defending its murder of innocent Palestinians.
14.08.2024
Unit 731 vet exposes crimes of Japanese army
Unit 731 vet exposes crimes of Japanese army
Surviving member of Japanese germ-warfare unit reveals atrocities committed in China.
14.08.2024
Enhanced US-Japan military alliance "puts Tokyo at front line of counterattacks"
Enhanced US-Japan military alliance "puts Tokyo at front line of counterattacks"
Washington’s intention of using Japan as outpost to deter regional countries laid bare.
29.07.2024
Will US defend Japan with nukes or turn it into the line of fire?
Will US defend Japan with nukes or turn it into the line of fire?
The US, which bombed Japan with nuclear weapons, is reportedly about to protect Japan with nuclear weapons.
23.07.2024
NATO's 'globalization' can only accelerate its failure
NATO's 'globalization' can only accelerate its failure
The 2024 NATO Summit kicked off in Washington on July 9, local time. In addition to NATO members, the US also invited representatives from Australia, Japan, South Korea, and New Zealand to participate.
12.07.2024
Japan bringing NATO into Asia increases uncertainty to region
Japan bringing NATO into Asia increases uncertainty to region
Concerns over possible arm races in Asia-Pacific grow.
11.07.2024
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