(2021-05-14). Zarif meets with Spanish counterpart in Madrid. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) — Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif met and conferred with his Spanish counterpart Arancha González Laya in Madrid.
(2021-05-14). Briefing on Iran's daily developments. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) — The following are the Islamic Republic of Iran's latest developments in the last 24 hours.
(2021-05-14). Security forces detain, dismantle terror team in SE Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) — The Iranian intelligence forces in the southeastern province of Sistan and Balouchestan have said in a statement that they have arrested or killed members of a terrorist team in Nikshahr County.
(2021-05-14). Iran coronavirus update: 10k new cases. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) — According to the Iranian Health Ministry, 10,145 new COVID-19 infections have been detected across the country in the past 24 hours.
(2021-05-14). Iran's Foreign Ministry issues statement on Nakba Day. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) — Iran's Foreign Ministry has released a statement on the occasion of the Nakba Day which marks the anniversary of the establishment of the illegitimate Zionist regime of Israel.
(2021-05-14). Republicans Want Biden to End Iran Talks Over Gaza Violence. news.antiwar.com Republican Iran hawks are jumping on the ongoing violence in Gaza and using it to argue for President Biden to end the ongoing negotiations with Iran in Vienna to revive the nuclear deal. | On Thursday, "We call on you to immediately end negotiations with Iran, and make clear that sanctions relief will not be provided," <...
(2021-05-14). Iran wheelchair basketball team drawn in Group of Death. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) — Iran has been drawn in Group of Death in the men's wheelchair basketball tournament at Tokyo 2020.
(2021-05-14). "Greater Israel": The Zionist Plan for the Middle East. globalresearch.ca When viewed in the current context, the war on Iraq, the 2006 war on Lebanon, the 2011 war on Libya, the ongoing wars on Syria and Iraq, the war on Yemen, must be understood in relation to the Zionist Plan for the Middle East…
(2021-05-14). Global cry to demand release of South African activists. peoplesdispatch.org Activists from across the globe have joined South Africa's shack dweller movement Abahlali baseMjondolo (AbM) in demanding the immediate release of activists Mqapheli Bonono, Siniko Miya, and Maphiwe Gasa and the dropping of all charges against them. Since May 4, the movement has been condemning what they believe to be a politically motivated farce aimed to attack their movement. | The three have been charged with 'conspiracy to commit murder' and police allege that in a public meeting organized by the movement, they had discussed plans to assassinate witnesses to a murder. The movement has already pointed out th…
(2021-05-14). Tallahassee protest demands justice for Raheem Reeder. fightbacknews.org Tallahassee, FL — On the evening of May 8, activists with the Tallahassee Community Action Committee gathered with community members at Cascades Park to demand answers for Raheem Reeder and his family. Adorned in baby blue and pink bandanas, Raheem's favorite colors, local activists intended to honor his life while demanding accountability for his death. This action marked one month since Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) officers fatally shot Reeder. TPD has since used Marsy's Law as a shield to protect their officers from public accountability and has refused to release the names of the officer(s) invol…
(2021-05-14). Biden's Decisions This Year Will Determine US Nuclear Weapons Policy for Decades. counterpunch.org 
Nuclear weapons policies and the trillions of U.S. dollars proposed to fund them come into sharp focus this month and through next year as Congress and the Biden Administration engage the nuclear weapons threat. A threat viewed as existential by bombmakers, presidents, and arms control activists since the first nuclear weapons were detonated over Hiroshima
(2021-05-14). Israel's Violence Shows Why Now Is The Time For BDS. popularresistance.org On the day that Israel was carrying out its remorseless pummelling of the Gaza Strip, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was using his Queen's Speech to announce a series of laws for the next year. | Included in Johnson's list were measures to disrupt the global Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) campaign against the state of Israel by banning public bodies from launching their own boycott campaigns. | The planned reform would seek to 'ensure a coherent approach to foreign relations' by stopping public bodies from 'imposing their own approach or views via boycott, divestment or sanctions campaigns.' | In…
(2021-05-14). Facebook, Social Media Giants Admit to Silencing Palestinian Voices Online. mintpressnews.com 
OCCUPIED EAST JERUSALEM — In a video posted on activist organization Jewish Voice for Peace's Twitter account, Muna El-Kurd explained why social media is so vital for the Palestinian cause. | "We rely on the honorable people standing in solidarity with us, people who tweet #SaveSheikhJarrah everyday," Muna El-Kurd said. "Even a short tweet or post is a treasure." | #SaveSheikhJarrah everyday… Even a short tweet or post is a treasure." | — Muna El-Kurd, Palestinian home defender | Quote tweet this with #SaveSheikhJ…
(2021-05-13). Pres. Rouhani felicitates Muslim countries on Eid al-fitr. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — Iranian President Rouhani congratulated the senior officials of the Islamic countries on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr.
(2021-05-13). Shalamcheh-Basra railway to bring remarkable change in region. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — Iranian President Rouhani said the Shalamcheh-Basra railway will connect Iran to Iraq, Syria, and the Mediterranean, causing a fundamental change in the region.
(2021-05-13). Over 14,000 new coronavirus cases detected in Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — More than 14,000 new coronavirus cases have been detected in Iran during the past 24 hours, the Health Ministry's spokeswoman said.
(2021-05-13). Iraq again condemns attack on Iran's consulate in Karbala. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — For the second time in the current week, the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs once again condemned the recent attack on the consulate of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Karbala.
(2021-05-13). Rouhani inaugurates major projects in free zones. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — In a video conference on Thurs., Iranian President Rouhani inaugurated a number of major projects in free trade, industrial and special economic zones across Iran.
(2021-05-13). 2021 Eid al-Fitr prayers in Iran's provinces (1). en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — Eid al-Fitr prayers were held across Iran with special health protocols being observed by worshippers amid the coronavirus pandemic. Here are photos of prayers on Thurs. in Hamedan, Ardabil, Qeshm, and Birjand.
(2021-05-13). OIC should play more active role in Palestine developments. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — Iranian President said that the Organization of Islamic Cooperation should play a more active role in the recent developments in Palestine because this organization was created primarily for the Palestinian crisis.
(2021-05-13). Emomali Rahmon congrats Iran on Eid al-Fitr. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon felicitated the Iranian nation and counterpart Hassan Rouhani on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr.
(2021-05-13). Ghalibaf congrats Muslim counterparts on Eid al-Fitr. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — In a message on Thurs., Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf congratulated his counterparts in Islamic countries on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr.
(2021-05-13). The Heat: Saudi-Iran Relations. america.cgtn.com 
In what could be a possible turning point, Iran confirms it's held talks with regional rival Saudi Arabia.
(2021-05-13). Briefing on Iran's daily developments. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — The following are the Islamic Republic of Iran's latest developments in the last 24 hours.
(2021-05-13). Hatami congratulates Muslim defense ministers Eid al-Fitr. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — Iranian Minister of Defense Amir Hatami has congratulated his counterparts in Muslim countries on the advent of Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan.
(2021-05-13). Breaking: Hamas Fires Iranian-Made Cruise Missiles for First Time, Five Israelis Killed. globalresearch.ca An Israeli security …
(2021-05-13). Shockingly equation to be made if Zionists don't stop attacks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — Iranian Parliament Speaker's Special Aide for the International Affairs believes if the Zionists do not stop their attacks on Gaza, the Palestinian Resistance will create a shocking equation.
(2021-05-13). EU companies could face legal action over Iran contracts: AP. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — A top EU court advisor has said that the European firms that refused to trade with Iran after the US pullout from Iran nuclear deal could face legal action.
(2021-05-13). 2021 Eid al-Fitr prayers in Iran's provinces (3). en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — Eid al-Fitr prayers were held across Iran with special health protocols being observed by worshippers amid the coronavirus pandemic. Here are photos of prayers on Thursday in different parts of Tehran, Kerman province.
(2021-05-13). 2021 Eid al-Fitr prayers in Iran's provinces (2). en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — Eid al-Fitr prayers were held across Iran with special health protocols being observed by worshippers amid the coronavirus pandemic. Here are photos of prayers on Thursday in Shiraz, Arak, Ahvaz, and Tehran.
(2021-05-13). FM Zarif arrives in Madrid. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif arrived in Madrid on Thursday morning.
(2021-05-13). Breaking: Hamas Fires Iranian-Made Cruise Missiles for First Time, Five Israelis Killed. globalresearch.ca Visit and follow us on Instagram at @crg_globalresearch. An Israeli security …
(2021-05-13). Iran-Russia-China trilateral meeting held in Vienna. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — The heads of the Russian and Chinese delegations, in a meeting with the Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Araghchi in Vienna, reiterated their support for the effective lifting of sanctions against the Iranian people.
(2021-05-13). Syria and Iran Ready to Reestablish Relations with Saudi Arabia. telesurenglish.net Faisal Mekdad told reporters after a meeting with Zarif in Damascus that "we welcome any steps taken in this direction." | RELATED: | The Syrian Foreign Minister added that "the two nations (Syria and Iran) have been long working on bringing the Arab and Islamic countries viewpoints closer together," which would benefit from all available energies and poten…
(2021-05-13). Russia's Lavrov, US' Blinken discuss Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — The Russian and US foreign ministers discussed Iran over the phone and agreed to meet in the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik on May 20.
(2021-05-13). "Greater Israel": The Zionist Plan for the Middle East. globalresearch.ca When viewed in the current context, the war on Iraq, the 2006 war on Lebanon, the 2011 war on Libya, the ongoing wars on Syria and Iraq, the war on Yemen, must be understood in relation to the Zionist Plan for the Middle East…
(2021-05-13). The US Empire's Attempts to Retain Control Bring the Next Wave of Socialist Revolutions Closer. orinocotribune.com In the last year, the imperialists have had both one great defeat and one great victory. Last fall in Bolivia, the indigenous movement overpowered the CIA-installed coup regime and forced through an election which brought the country's socialist party back to power, losing the international bourgeoisie control over Bolivia's Lithium and destroying the strategic military advantage Washington was trying to build up around Venezuela. But then last month in Ecuador, the imperialists
(2021-05-13). Jen Psaki Grilled on Assange. dissidentvoice.org The U.S. government is still appealing their stunning defeat in Julian's extradition case. While the world waits for the UK courts to act, activists continue to draw attention to Julian's plight. Psaki Grilled on Assange White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki was grilled yesterday on press freedom and Julian's case. Psaki deflected New York Post …
(2021-05-13). South Asia: Drive for profit fuels effort to evict poor. workers.org 
Karachi residents resist ongoing illegal demolitions and forced evictions. In Pakistan, Karachi Bachao Tehreek (KBT), an alliance of local activists struggling against evictions and illegal land grabs, reported that Bahria Town personnel, the town's private guards, and Sindh province's police entered various Goths . . . |
(2021-05-13). Brazil Passes Law To Reduce Gov't-Led Environmental Assessment. telesurenglish.net Brazil's Congress lower house passed on Thursday a bill to further reduce state-conducted environmental assessments and allow companies to carry out their impact study instead, a decision widely rejected by activists and human rights organizations. | RELATED: | The bill lifts control over a series of economic ventures from the construction of roads to agriculture, which used to require a state-led environmental st…
(2021-05-13). Protesters successfully stop Home Office raid in Glasgow. challenge-magazine.org 
Hundreds of protesters in the Southside of Glasgow have today (13 May 2021) managed to stop a Home Office attempt to detain and deport two local residents to Afghanistan. At around 10am this morning, calls went out from local direct action groups, including the No Evictions Network, to physically resist the deportation attempt. One individual lodged himself underneath the Home Office van before other activists could arrive to stop the van from moving.
(2021-05-13). 'Workers of the Empire, Unite!' New book on challenges to British imperialism. peoplesworld.org 
In October 1948, Gibraltar's colonial governor ordered the deportation of Albert Fava, the general secretary of the Gibraltar Congress of Labour (GCL), the colony's biggest trade union federation. Along with his wife and four children, he was transported to Britain, never to return. He had committed no crime. No legal case had been taken against …
(2021-05-13). A mainstream outlet accepted my pitch on what media refuses to say about US empire — then refused to let me say it. thegrayzone.com A mainstream academic outlet called The Conversation green-lighted my article on foreign policy issues Western media refuses to discuss. With the piece ready to go live, everything went horribly wrong. This is a story about how the media works. Specifically, it's about my failed attempt to publish an article with the mainstream media about some of the things that news outlets consistently avoid when they cover US/UK foreign policy. You're maybe thinking, "That's your own fault — why would you …
(2021-05-13). While Palestine burns and Ballymurphy weeps, warmongers Blair and Campbell enjoy a breakfast TV catch-up. thecanary.co This week saw Palestine under Israeli bombardment once again. Nearer home, an inquest Campbell, now the host of Good Morning Britain, had a
(2021-05-13). Yemeni missiles, drones target Saudi Aramco, Najran Airport. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) — A spokesman for the Yemeni Armed Forces announced a joint Yemeni drone and missile operation to target Aramco and Najran Airport in Saudi Arabia.
(2021-05-13). First Person: 'God save us from famine'. news.un.org The conflict in Yemen forced Asia El-Sayeed Ali and her family from her home in Aden's Al Tawahi district, where there was active fighting, in 2015. Today, she works at a health clinic supported by the World Food Programme (WFP), where she cares for children, and their mothers, suffering from malnutrition.
(2021-05-13). China Chat: Hainan Island – Beyond Tourism. telesurenglish.net Of all the sun-sea paradises on earth, why is China's Hainan island a must-visit? Well, there's duty-free shopping, world-class scuba diving & most popular physical therapies – all in one place!
(2021-05-13). When a Cuban Mother Sacrifices Herself for Venezuelan Mothers. orinocotribune.com 
By Yosdany Morejón Ortega — May 9, 2021 | The plane took off and a lump tightened in her throat as she evoked the figure of a son who had said goodbye to her minutes before. She was 27 years old and, until that moment, the separation between herself and her family would be limited to a few days; but this time it would be very different. | She thought of birthdays that she would not be celebrating, dinners where her presence would be a mere evocation, empty cutlery at the end of the table, laughter, hugs and tears that would dissolve into the nothingness of a prolonged absence. | She thought and thought until…
(2021-05-13). French Association Asks Biden To Stop US Blockade Against Cuba. telesurenglish.net France's Cuba Cooperation Association (CubaCoop) on Thursday urged U.S. President Joe Biden to put an end to the 60-year-old blockade imposed by his country on the Caribbean island. | RELATED: | "If Biden wants to help the Cuban population, he would put an end to the over 240 unilateral sanctions imposed by his predecessor Donald Trump, who also reinforced the blockade against this neighboring country," CubaCoop stated.
(2021-05-13). Social Media Accuses Israel of Using Chemical Weapons. telesurenglish.net Several accusations of the use of chemical weapons by Israel against Gaza residents appeared on social media on Thursday, as some media outlets quote Palestinian officials confirming the information. | RELATED: | According to Cuban news agency Prensa Latina, "Israel fired poisonous gas rockets against Gaza, an official Palestinian source confirmed." This gas allegedly caused "an undetermined number of people dead asp…