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Yes, Please Call It the War Department
Current Affairs • Sep 9, 2025

Yes, Please Call It the War Department

Donald Trump has made one of the most remarkable blunders of his political career, beginning the process of changing the name of the “Department of Defense” to the “Department of War.” In doing so, Trump is eliminating an Orwellian propaganda term that was meant to disguise aggression as defense. Trump and “Secretary of War” Pete Hegseth believe that this new name will emphasize the “lethality” of the department. But what it will actually do—assuming it is followed through on, which is doubtful—is make it more obvious that the U.S. state is a warmongering aggressor, and galvanize opposition to U.S. military spending. It was difficult to convince Congress to cut “defense spending,” since, after all, who can oppose defense? On the other hand, “war spending” is easy to make a case against. The American people support defense, but they are sick of war.

Israel vows retaliation over deadly Jerusalem shooting
Semafor • Sep 8, 2025

Israel vows retaliation over deadly Jerusalem shooting

Netanyahu told Gaza City residents to leave immediately Monday, with the defense minister threatening to unleash a ground and aerial assault he described as a “mighty hurricane” if Hamas doesn’t surrender.

Nepal's 'Gen Z' protests turn deadly
Semafor • Sep 8, 2025

Nepal's 'Gen Z' protests turn deadly

The demonstrations — and authorities’ forceful response — intensified calls for Nepal’s prime minister to resign.

Did You Catch Zeteo's New 'Ask the Editor' Show?
Zeteo • Sep 8, 2025

Did You Catch Zeteo's New 'Ask the Editor' Show?

Every Monday morning, at 11am, Mehdi will be going live on Substack and YouTube to talk directly to subscribers – answering your questions about Zeteo, the news, and more. Here's the first edition.

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