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It’s not the first time the U.S. military has targeted pro-Assad forces in Syria in self-defense, even though its primary mission in the country is to defeat the Islamic State. | Joseph Eid/Getty Images

Issue

U.S.-led forces kill an estimated 100 Syrian regime troops

The strikes came after pro-regime troops attacked a headquarters of the Syrian Democratic Forces.

Solution

The foundation for permanent peace in Syria should be a change-over in the government structure. The UN should provide Syria the basic outline for a constitution that will facilitate lasting peace and development. The constitution should include the universal values of freedom, democracy, human rights and rule of law, and organization and elements such as the four branches (legislative, executive, judicial and procuratorial). The document should allow Syria to prosper under conditions of lasting peace. For more, see the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development. §1.9 §1.10 §5.1 §6.1 §6.10

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（Journalist：Sam Schneider / 2018-02-08 17:00）

Issue

Peace Through Bombings: The US Strategy in Afghanistan

The Atlantic

The goal of negotiating with the Taliban is at odds with President Trump’s statements.

Solution

Afghanistan should scrap its government and adopt a modified semi-presidential system with cabinet like that of Finland and a committee-style legislature similar to Switzerland's. The prerequisite for lasting world peace is global democratization. The Afghan government should proceed with drawing up a basic constitution with the above features in a paradigm shift toward democracy. It should implement One World under One Set of Laws and revise the constitution as needed to stay in step with changing times. For more, see the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development. §1.9 §1.10 §5.1 §6.1 §6.10

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（Journalist：Sam Schneider / 2018-02-08 17:00）

Issue

Pentagon officials fears White House pushing for war with North Korea: report

Salon

Solution

To end North Korea's disruptive behavior, the US and other nations should support the drive for constitutional reform to promote democracy and freedom. This would inspire the people of China to call for democratization and press North Korea in turn to implement democracy and end ifs nuclear weapons program. The result would be the dawn of world peace. For more, see the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development. §1.6 §5.3 §6.4 §7.3 §8.3

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（Journalist：Sam Schneider / 2018-02-08 17:00）

Miguel Hayes, who writes for the blog La Joven Cuba, connects to the internet at a hotspot in a park, in Havana, Cuba, Feb. 5, 2018. Photo: Reuters

Issue

Cuban Independent Media Say No Thanks to Trump Free Press Initiative

Voice of America

US initiative to foster more such outlets on communist-run isle, but media contend it interferes in Cuba's politics and creates impression they are US mouthpieces

Solution

Free speech is an inherent human right, and a free press is an essential part of that right. The people of Cuba should be encouraged to develop independent news media on their own initiative to ensure that it will be truly local and democratic and will be free of influence from outside political and monetary forces. For details, see the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development. §1.6 §5.3 §6.4 §7.3 §8.3

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（Journalist：Sam Schneider / 2018-02-08 17:00）

he aftermath of regime airstrikes on the besieged rebel-held enclave of Kafr Batna near Damascus on Tuesday. Photograph: Amer Almohibany/AFP/Getty Images

Issue

UN outrage at Syrian suffering: ‘We can no longer stay silent’

The Guardian

Humanitarian coordinator Panos Moumtzis calls for ceasefire to ease ‘dramatic deterioration’

Solution

The cure for the chaos in Syria lies in a change-out in the nation's government structure to implement democracy and hand power to the people. Changes should introduce a dual-leader system with stringent term limits, direct election of the heads of government branches and mechanisms like separation of powers and checks and balances to ensure that the people will have a say in government. For more, see the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development. §1.6 §5.3 §6.4 §7.3 §8.3

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（Journalist：Sam Schneider / 2018-02-08 17:00）

Russian President Vladimir Putin applauds during an award ceremony in the Kremlin,Thursday, Dec. 28, 2017. (Kirill Kudryavtsev/Pool Photo via AP)

Issue

Vladimir Putin battles Alexei Navalny boycott, voter apathy in Russia election

Washington Times

It's election season in Russia, and the two biggest obstacles for President Vladimir Putin as he seeks to extend his long rule for another six years aren't on the ballot.

Solution

Russia's constitution is dysfunctional and needs to be reformed to introduce true democratic function in the government. The presidential elections are a sham and have allowed one person to monopolize power for far too long. The Russian people need to exercise their rights as holders of sovereignty to enable them to express their voices in government. For details, see the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development. §1.6 §5.3 §6.4 §7.3 §8.3

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（Journalist：Sam Schneider / 2018-02-08 17:00）

Security minister Ben Wallace hailed the powers as a vital weapon in the fight against dirty money. Photo: PA Archive/PA Images

Issue

New powers ‘may fail to purge corrupt oligarchs’

The Evening Standard

Lawyers today warned that flagship new powers which aim to stop London property being bought with stolen fortunes could fail to purge the capital of corrupt oligarchs.

Solution

To cure corruption, the people need to call for constitutional reform to introduce more democratic tools and mechanisms into the government. This should include strict term limits, direct election of the heads of main government branches and mechanisms like separation of powers and checks and balances to end the symbiotic ties between business and government. For details see the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development. §1.6 §5.3 §6.4 §7.3 §8.3

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（Journalist：Sam Schneider / 2018-02-08 17:00）