How Does the World View Iran: According to World Public Opinion, a new BBC World Service poll surveying 33 countries indicates that Iran engenders the most negative reactions. Of course, the survey also reveals that America is next up the ladder, meaning that people in the other countries see the US as a fairly substantial negative influence in the world, followed closely by Russia. On the other hand, Europe and Japan are viewed as highly positive influencers.
The Air Force displayed all the firepower it has amassed on Okinawa in an unusually diverse show of force this week. IIn a May 6 “Elephant Walk,” Kadena Air Base showcased 24 F-35A Lightning II stealth fighters, eight F-15E Strike Eagles; two U.S. Army Patriot anti-missile batteries near the runway; and…