Military Bases

The Pentagon and Hawaii, militarized state of armed occupation

September 28, 2015 By Ed Rampell

U.S. armed occupation of Hawaii threatens the lives and well-being of indigenous people and others for whom the islands are home.

For first time, U.S. House calls for ending Afghanistan war

June 18, 2013 By Marilyn Bechtel

In a historic move June 13 the House of Representatives effectively said there is no congressional authorization for a permanent U.S. military presence in Afghanistan.

Venezuela cuts ties with Colombia

July 28, 2010 By W. T. Whitney Jr.

Once again, tensions are rising between the right-wing, U.S.-allied government of Colombia and the left-wing government in neighboring Venezuela.

Costa Ricans protest military pact with U.S

July 15, 2010 By Emile Schepers

The Costa Rican opposition is protesting an announced agreement that would allow 7,000 U.S. troops to operate on Costa Rican soil, coordinated with 46 U.S. ships in territorial waters.

World Notes: Greece, Honduras, Western Sahara

April 28, 2010 By W. T. Whitney Jr.

Greek workers reject cuts, new U.S. base for Honduras, rights abuses in Western Sahara.