Andre Vltchek

May 17, 2024 | countercurrents.org | Laurel Sutherlin |Sally Dugman |Andre Vltchek |Robert Hunziker

Despite corporate commitments, deforestation rates remain high, and community land conflicts continue. Since the turn of the century, there has been a consistent average annual loss of 3 to 4 million hectares (7.4 to 9.9 million acres) of tropical forest globally. This puts us far from reaching the goal of zero deforestation by 2030, a target embraced in 2021 by 145 countries during the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow.

Feb 27, 2024 | countercurrents.org | Pranjal Pandey |Bharat Dogra |Andre Vltchek |Jacob Crosse

As preliminary results hint at Prabowo Subianto’s victory in Indonesia’s presidential race, political tension rises with Ganjar Pranowo and Anies Baswedan seeking an inquiry into alleged irregularities. Beyond the election drama, Indonesia grapples with persistent issues from economic struggles to foreign relations. Prabowo Subianto, Indonesia’s defense minister and a former army general, is poised to become the next president of the country.

Jan 3, 2024 | counterpunch.org | Andre Vltchek

Last night, in Beijing, I sat in a historic Szechuan restaurant with a friend who happens to be a Chinese diplomat. We exchanged some stories, ordered food, and then, suddenly, my throat felt dry and my eyes got misty. I bowed and thanked her for the heartfelt offer China made to rescue Russia. Just before leaving my hotel, I read the news on the RT:“China’s foreign minister has pledged support to Russia as it faces an economic downturn due to sanctions and a drop in oil prices.

Jul 2, 2023 | huewire.com | Andre Vltchek

Israeli crimes will always go unpunished. Read:Israel’s Murderous Strikes on Syria, Via ‘Pacified’ LebanonBy Andre VltchekMay 07, 2018 – On April 9, 2018 at least 14 people were killed during the murderous strike by the Israeli air force on the Syrian T-4 airfield at Homs. Israeli F-15 fighter jets flew over Lebanese airspace, as they have done on many previous occasions, in total disregard of international law.

Jul 2, 2023 | huewire.com | Andre Vltchek

So the US will not break the legs of UNESCO. Read:US to ICC – We Will Break Your LegsBy Andre VltchekMarch 21, 2019 – Well, not exactly like that, but in a way, yes. Now, finally, ‘the gloves are off’. The US is openly threatening the historically timid ICC (International Criminal Court) and its judges. And unexpectedly, the ICC is hitting back. It refuses to shut up, to kneel, and to beg for mercy.