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Resistance to war on Iraq The Imperial Lament Source: Middle East Report Aspiring imperialists, unembarrassed by the Iraq experience, have formed yet another advocacy group, the third incarnation of the Committee on the Present Danger, to press ahead with the "war on terrorism," just as the Project for New American Century led the intellectual charge for a war on Iraq.[see more]         Correct  ADD YOUR COMMENT >> On March 2003, the United States’ (US) government took military action against Iraq, without authorization from the United Nations (UN), arguing in support of its action the need to take “preventive” measures to eliminate Iraq’s alleged weapons of mass destruction, and to overthrow the “tyrannical regime” of Saddam Hussein. George W Bush enjoyed some international support –mainly from British Prime Minister Tony Blair- but had also came up against opposition from some countries in 'old Europe', such as France and Germany, who insisted on the pursuit of a diplomatic solution. However, the diplomatic route failed as a result of the UN Security Council’s inability to came to an agreement over the crisis. In response to the US action, the UN limited itself to withdrawing from Iraq its weapons’ inspectors —who have found no evidence that Hussein possesses arms of mass destruction— and preparing to provide humanitarian assistance to the Iraqi people. The people of Iraq, far from having recovered after the first Gulf War, in 1991, are suffering the effects of an economic blockade imposed in 1990 by the Security Council. Since March, they added the effects of yeat again military action against the country, whose main victims are the civil population. So far, the loudest voices of protest against the war came from international civil society, which continued to mobilize since the historic protests on 15 February 2003. On that day, millions of people took part in unprecedented peace demonstrations, in some 600 cities on five continents. About Iraq “The territory of present-day Iraq is roughly equivalent to that of ancient Mesopotamia, where the world's 'classic' civilization developed…” Information about history, State, demography, economy, environment, religions, etc., from The World Guide. Versión en español print    send   correct  ADD YOUR COMMENT >>  Campaigns  Voices from the US  Voices from Europe  Voices from around the world  Mobilizations  United Nations and weapons inspection  Analysis and opinions  Media coverage  About Iraq  The oil factor  The Bush administration   In-depth reports Detailed reports on key issues. Oil fueling conflicts Many wars have been waged and are still being fought all over the world to ensure corporate control over oil. Iraq: the war and occupation An in-depth report with special emphasis on information from alternative media and civil society opinion and analysis.      Campaigns International A.N.S.W.E.R. This campaign urges to "Act Now to Stop War and End Racism". War on Iraq: A Citizens' Declaration Source: MoveOn "As a US-led invasion of Iraq begins, we, the undersigned citizens of many countries, reaffirm our commitment to addressing international conflicts through the rule of law and the United Nations." Five Letters For Peace A message from the citizens of the world to stop the war against Iraq. Iraqi Human Shields A website of Truth Justice Peace Action with information on a call to join human shields in Iraq. Move On Nationwide U.S. network of more than 600.000 online activists. Peace Action Actions and campaigns in United States. One Voice for Peace Australian campaign to say no to war.    Voices from the US Not in Our Name Signatories believe that "as people living in the United States it is our responsibility to resist the injustices done by our government, in our names". Vote no War "When Congress rejects the will of the people, the people must act themselves". United for Peace National campaign that brings together a broad range of organizations throughout the United States to help coordinate the work against a U.S. war on Iraq. Northland Anti-War Coalition Alliance formed between groups and individuals with diverse political, social, and religous beliefs who share an opposition to the looming war with Iraq. Peaceful Tomorrows An advocacy organisation founded by family members of September 11 victims, seeking effective non-violent responses to terrorism. Veterans for Peace "We know the consequences of American foreign policy because once, at a time in our lives, so many of us carried it out". Veterans Against The Iraq War Coalition of American veterans who oppose war with Iraq. Women Against War Independent network of women who oppose U.S. war in Iraq. Iraq Crisis Antiwar Homepage The Nonviolence Web is home to dozens of U.S. peace groups, all of whom have been organizing against another war in the Gulf. Cities for Peace A national coalition of local officials and concerned citizens working to express the will of their communities through civic resolutions regarding the proposed war in Iraq. Iraq: war or not? Source: openDemocracy The processes of international action towards Iraq have sundered the United Nations Security Council, the European Union and Nato, as well as workplaces like this one, and homes around the world. Traprock Peace Center Prominent U.S. economists oppose unilateral Iraq war Many of the nation's leading economists today issued a statement opposing a unilateral U.S.-led war against Iraq and warning policy makers and all Americans that long-term U.S. and global economic security is at stake. Full text of statement and signatories. American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) AFSC supports a just, peaceful resolution to the Iraq conflict. Withdrawing our consent Source: Lysistrata Project Food First statement on war Source: Food First For people in the Third World, on whose heads US bombs rain down, the outcome of war is invariably hunger, destitution and poverty.    Voices from Europe Stop the War Coalition The Stop the War Coalition was formed on September 21st, 2001 at a public meeting of over 2,000 people in London. Our World Our Say The aim is to try and give people the opportunity to express their opposition to the British Government and key decision makers. Iraq Action Coalition Online media and activists' resource center for groups and activists who are working to end the war against the people of Iraq. Declaration: Women all over Europe say no to war against Iraq and call for a halt to militarisation Source: European Women’s Lobby (EWL) This Declaration against War was adopted unanimously by the EWL Board at its meeting on January 18-19 2003. Peace Pledge Union Selection of recent articles and information resources on the Iraq crisis. Stop USA Belgian anti-war website. Transnational Foundation for Peace and Future Research Peace-related news, articles and links. Based in Sweden.    Voices from around the world The Struggle for Peace in Asia Declaration of the Founding Assembly of the Asian Peace Alliance, Quezon City, Philippines, Sept. 1, 2002. War Resisters' International War Resisters' International exists to promote nonviolent action against the causes of war, and to support and connect people around the world who refuse to take part in war or the preparation of war. IGLHRC opposes Bush's warmongering Source: International Gay & Lesbian Human Rights Commission Women's International League for Peace and Freedom In this statement the WILPF joins the many millions of women and men around the world in saying NO to war against Iraq. Students Against Sanctions and War on Iraq A coalition of Students from Toronto campuses working together with student anti-war coalitions across Canada. Stop the War Coalition, Malaysia So far, 52 organisations and NGOs have joined this broad-based, multi-ethnic, multi-religious anti-war coalition. Iraq: an appeal for peace Source: Third World Network Signed by more than 70 international and national non-governmental organisations, the following petition was sent to the heads of state or government of the non-permanent members of the UN Security Council. Arab Women's Declaration to Stop the War on Iraq "Women throughout the Arab world categorically condemn American-led attempts that target the integrity of the Arab world by undermining its sovereignty, and rupturing its national unity."    Mobilizations Protests Around the World Source: War on Iraq News and up-to-date information about the latest mobilizations for peace. Peace Protest A global calendar of pro-peace and anti-racism protests, meetings, benefits, and conferences. Protests for Peace Calendar of actions around the globe. February 15: War protests around the world - A photo album Peace, No War Protest information across the US and the World. Agenda of calls to action Source: World Social Forum Direct Action to Stop the War    United Nations and weapons inspection Security Council The Security Council has primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. Resolution 1441 Adopted by the Security Council on 8 November 2002 (PdF format). United Nations Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission UNMOVIC was to replace the former UN Special Commission (UNSCOM) and continue with the latter’s mandate to disarm Iraq of its weapons of mass destruction. International Atomic Energy Agency IAEA is an independent intergovernmental, science and technology-based organization, in the United Nations family, that serves as the global focal point for nuclear cooperation. United Nations Special Commission UNSCOM was established to follow the UN Security Council's resolution on a formal cease-fire between the coalition of Member states and Iraq after the Gulf war. Peace and Security Access to bodies and resources within the UN. The United Nations, International Law, and the war in Iraq A WorldPress special report. "We the Peoples" Source: WFUNA UNAs are sharing their views on the role of the United Nations in disarming Iraq. In line with UN Security Council Resolution 1441, the issue is how to disarm Iraq and the role of the UN in determining the process for doing this.    Analysis and opinions Foreing Policy in Focus Established in 1996, seeks to make the US a more responsible global leader and global partner. The US war against Iraq: some perspectives Source: Third World Network A number of articles analyse various aspects of US foreign policy and the extension of the 'War against Terror' to include Iraq. No argument Source: The Guardian America's inability to rally support over Iraq is partly due to its diplomatic shortcomings but also because it has not made a convincing case for going to war, says Mark Tran. Between Armageddon and Peace: Iraq and the Israeli Occupation Source: MIFTAH It is no coincidence that the most vociferous voice advocating a military attack on Iraq is that of the Israeli Likud-led government and its spin machine. By Hanan Ashrawi. An unacceptable helplessness Source: Jerusalemites An enormous, deliberately intimidating force is being built up by America overseas, while inside the country, economic and social bad news multiply with a joint relentlessness. By Edward Said. Meeting the Challenge of War Source: International Crisis Group Report of Gareth Evans as Rapporteur for Security and Geopolitics, World Economic Forum, Davos, January 2003. Why another war? A backgrounder on the Iraq crisis Source: MERIP While Bush claims that "America speaks with one voice" on the urgent need to topple Hussein, demonstrations across the country show that much of the US public has not accepted the administration's case for war. PdF format. Say no to War on Iraq Source: Pambazuka Read commentaries from Ali, Chomsky, Fisk, Monbiot and others. War against Iraq Source: Transnational Institute - TNI Articles mostly in English, and some in Spanish. The war on Iraq: goals and implications The insistence of the American administration on initiating exclusively a war on Iraq without the UN's approval could lead to the collapse of the international order and consequently the entire world system. A in-depth analysis of the crisis, by Ziad Abdel Samad. Lessons from Israel on preemptive wars Source: El Corresponsal de Medio Oriente y Africa Despite the fact that the war against Iraq is presented also as aimed to protect Israel from Sadam's aggressive intentions, Israeli public opinion is not convinced that the war is needed. By Lev Grinberg. The Madness of Empire Source: The American Conservative The War Party’s militarized strategy will unite the world against US. By Scott McConnell.    Media coverage Another Bush, another war Source: Village Voice As U.S. troops gear up for possible warfare in Iraq, the Voice keeps track of what the president really wants in the Middle East, and why. Conflict with Iraq In-depth report from BBC News. Inter Press Service News and resources on the Iraq crisis. The Paxman dossier: Blair's case for war In his televised interview with Jeremy Paxman, the UK’s Prime Minister faced a largely hostile audience and a sceptical country and set out his arguments for action against Iraq. Special report: Iraq Source: The Guardian Weblog special: Iraq Source: The Guardian Common Dreams New Center Breaking news and views for the progressive community. Media & Conflict Source: The Hoot Mass media and television in particular have altered the ways in which we look at our world… War on Iraq Source: AlterNet This content file offers readers breaking news, analysis, activism resources, and timely information to resist this precipitous rush to war. Antiwar Online magazine and research tool providing anti-war news. No War on Iraq A clearinghouse of information, news and opinions for people and organizations opposed to a war on Iraq. Mother Jones Daily developments and adept analysis of the Bush administration's war plans. Al-Jazeera English-language website of the Arabic TV news network. The Biggest Threat To Peace Source: Time Magazine Which country really poses the greatest danger to world peace in 2003? TIME asks for readers' views. Showdown: Iraq Source: CNN More than 10 years after the Persian Gulf War, the world is locked in another showdown with Iraqi President Saddam Hussein. IWPR's Iraq Programme Institute for War and Peace Reporting provides this Crisis Report to debate, inform and analyse key issues of war, peace and beyond in Iraq.    About Iraq Permanent Mission of Iraq to the United Nations in New York Social Watch report on Iraq Source: Social Watch Iraq is regressing in all areas of human and social development. The unjust international sanctions imposed on Iraq since 1991 and the irresponsible, inhumane and undemocratic policies of a corrupt regime are the causes of this grim situation. Amnesty International Report on Iraq 2002 Covering events from January - December 2001. Dreadful effects of the blockade on Iraq Source: The Right to Life of Civilian Populations The sanctions against Iraq are the most comprehensive, total sanctions that have ever been imposed on a country. CIA Fact Book on Iraq The CIA fact book offers country information on Iraq on all sectors of society in an easy format. Iraq Watch Source: Znet After over 10 years of torturing the people of Iraq, The United States is preparing for another full-scale war there. ZNet will use this page to assist movements against war in Iraq as they develop. The Iraq Foundation Non-governmental organization working for democracy and human rights in Iraq, and for a better international understanding of Iraq's potential as a contributor to political stability and economic progress in the Middle East. The Education for Peace in Iraq Center Organization dedicated to improving humanitarian conditions in Iraq and defending the human rights of the Iraqi people through the education and involvement of Americans in a national dialogue about Iraq. Radical Islam in Iraqi Kurdistan: the mouse that roared? Source: International Crisis Group Ansar al-Islam is a small group of radical Islamist fighters in north eastern Iraq that has become a fresh target in the war on terrorism and a focus of recent international interest. Campaign Against Sanctions on Iraq (CASI) CASI provides information about the humanitarian situation in Iraq and its context. It aims to raise awareness of the effects of sanctions on Iraq, and campaigns on humanitarian grounds for the lifting of non-military sanctions. Iraqi voices Source: openDemocracy What do Iraqis think about a forced regime change in Iraq by US military intervention? Here, Iraqi scholars, activists and others talk about possible futures. The Red Cross in Iraq The International Committee of the Red Cross has been present in Iraq since the outbreak of the Iran-Iraq war in 1980. The impact of trade sanctions on the Iraqi population Source: Jerusalemites Josi Salem-Pickartz, child protection consultant for UNICEF Baghdad, analyzes the basic changes that have affected the living conditions of the general population since the imposition of economic sanctions against the country in 1990, after Iraq’s occupation of Kuwait.    The oil factor Post-Saddam Iraq: Linchpin of a new oil order Source: Foreign Policy in Focus In contrast to all the loud talk about terrorism, weapons of mass destruction, and human rights violations, very little is being said about oil. By Michael Renner, Worldwatch Institute. Iraq Country Analysis Brief Source: Energy Information Administration Iraq holds more than 112 billion barrels of oil - the world's second largest proven reserves. Iraq also contains 110 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, and is a focal point for regional security issues. Persian Gulf Oil and Gas Exports Fact Sheet Source: Energy Information Administration In 2001, the Persian Gulf countries (Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates) produced about 28% of the world's crude oil, while holding nearly two-thirds of the world's crude oil reserves. Blood and Oil—Alternatives to War in Iraq Source: Worldwatch Institute For half a century, the United States has made steadily increasing investments in keeping the Gulf region in its geopolitical orbit and maintaining its claim on a preponderant share of the earth’s resources. USA-Iraq conflict: the oil angle Source: Network Ideas The ongoing tension between Iraq and the USA is having a direct impact on global oil prices. The oil equation in the US bid against Iraq Source: Ibon Features While the US has been raising every possible accusation to justify its bid to launch a war of aggression against Iraq, one issue that Bush avoids bringing up is oil. Target Oil Actions, articles and links against the war for oil. The thirty-year itch: oil and arms Source: MotherJones To get a sense of how control of the Gulf's oil economy has become the focus of Washington's military strategy, one need only look at the map.    The Bush administration The White House Who dies for Bush lies? Created by the Committee to Unsell the War to put the case against war on Iraq. US Department of State - Iraq Update What happened to America? Source: Third World Network Features Eliot Weinberger America doesn't feel like America anymore. The climate of militarism and fear, similar to any totalitarian state, permeates everything. The war in Iraq has been the most extreme manifestation of this new America, and almost a casebook study in totalitarian techniques. Bully goes to war - blames God Source: Transnational Institute Saul Landau The bully on the block always had guys who did the fighting for him. He would falsely accuse a weaker kid of planning some horrible conspiracy and then unleash the tough guys – as a pre-emptive move, of course. Now the born-again bully occupies the White House. The Imperial Lament Source: Middle East Report Joel Beinin There is something refreshing about British historian Niall Ferguson's argument "not merely that the United States is an empire, but that it has always been an empire." For a certain kind of American liberal, the Bush administration's eager invasion of Iraq has been a bad dream. The ignominious departure of US viceroy L. Paul Bremer from Baghdad on June 28 2004, many assume, marks the beginning of the end of a grim, aberrant interlude in an otherwise innocent and idealistic US foreign policy.

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