“Since the Bush-Cheney Administration took office in January 2001, controlling the major oil and natural gas fields of the world had been the primary, though undeclared, priority of US foreign policy... Not only the invasion of Iraq, but also the toppling of the Taliban in Afghanistan, had nothing to do with 'democracy,' and everything to do with pipeline control across Central Asia and the militarization of the Middle East.”
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F. William Engdahl
F. William Engdahl is a renowned journalist and author, born on August 9, 1944. His career focuses on international political and economic analysis, particularly on issues related to oil, energy, and geopolitical matters. Engdahl's work often delves into the impact of globalization and how major corporations and governments shape international relations. more
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