Monthly Archives: October 2011

Hezbollah In South America

Posted on October 18, 2011 by William Holland

The recent news that the Islamic Republic of Iran has developed extensive ties to narco-terrorist regimes throughout South America should not surprise anyone with a modicum of knowledge regarding how Teheran funds its proxies.  What is alarming is the effect … Continue reading →

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The Dogs of War: Unmanned Ariel Vehicles & The Science and Law Of Licit Killing

Posted on October 18, 2011 by William Holland

Unmanned Ariel Vehicles (UAV’s) are remote controlled aircraft equipped with elaborate sensors and weapons that deliver lethal strikes by eyes far away in New Mexico, Nevada or Florida.  They are currently being used by the CIA in the Pakistan tribal … Continue reading →

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Paradoxes Of Russian Orientalism

Posted on October 2, 2011 by William Holland

Russia has always had a ‘Janus’ like face, for it faces two directions simultaneously, both east and west.  Its literature is tinged with western ruggedness.  Just witness the similarities between Tolstoy and American 19th century frontier literature.  Russian architecture faces … Continue reading →

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