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Is that US drone base in Niger really necessary?
Africa

Is that US drone base in Niger really necessary?

As Washington seeks to expand UAV hubs throughout the region, it's worth exploring whether the one it has is doing anything worthwhile

Victims of US military violence are getting stiffed
Washington Politics

Victims of US military violence are getting stiffed

Sen. Warren wants to know when civilians claim abuses and how much they are compensated, if at all

Yemen’s drone doom loop: A model of instability for fragile states
Middle East

Yemen’s drone doom loop: A model of instability for fragile states

The proliferation of cheap but effective UAVs will allow even the least sophisticated armed groups to wreak havoc.

Killer drone opera crashes and burns
Military Industrial Complex

Killer drone opera crashes and burns

‘Grounded’ highlights important veterans’ issues but fails to ask deeper questions about the nature of conflict.

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Military Industrial Complex

Killer drone opera lands at Kennedy Center this fall

It’s got tears, drama and F-16s. 'Grounded' is explosive fun for the whole family — brought to you by General Dynamics!

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Europe

Young people want to cut defense budget, end arms sales to Israel and Saudi Arabia: poll

This generation appears less confident in the benefits of American militarism than their older counterparts.