WorldThe US promises to help Islamists in Syria and “wants them to succeed”.

SwedenFormer NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg is also among those rewarded for his efforts to integrate Sweden into the US-led military alliance.

WorldThe Americans threatened to cut off arms supplies if aid was not allowed through.

WorldJenny Piper: When it comes to Washington and favoring the military-industrial complex, it's all about the silk gloves.