Monthly Archives: February 2024

2024-02-06: News Headlines

M. Shahid Alam (2024-02-06). The Confessions of Thomas Friedman. counterpunch.org The inestimable Thomas L. Friedman uncharacteristically makes a dangerous confession. Once again, he writes, there is an awareness "that the U.S. will never have the global legitimacy, the NATO allies and the Arab and Muslim allies it needs to take on Iran in a more aggressive manner unless we stop letting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold our policy hostage…" | Did NYT really allow these words to slip onto its op-ed pages?

tvbrics (2024-02-06). Unique glass jewellery is on display in Iran. tvbrics.com Glass jewellery has gained a significant number of fans around the world…

Luis Linares Petrov (2024-02-06). Cuba and Spain carry out exchanges on communications. plenglish.com First Deputy Minister of Communications Wilfredo González Vidal detailed, during a videoconference with Spanish and Cuban businessmen residing in Spain, the domains in which there is potential to deepen existing or new types of collaboration ties. | Vidal explained that there are possibilities of developing joint models with Spain. "Joint projects could be marketed in Latin America due to the language facilities that the two nations share," he said. | In his introductory words, González Vidal mentioned among Cuba's strengths the formation of human capital, which offers a space in a sphere in which there is great…

WSWS (2024-02-06). Australian Labor government backs US bombings and wider war in Middle East. wsws.org Echoing the Biden White House, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese declared his government's full support for Washington's strikes on alleged Iranian-linked sites in Syria and Iraq.

Margaret Flowers, Clearing the FOG. (2024-02-06). 25 Years Into The Revolution, Venezuela Resists US Interference. popularresistance.org February 2 marked the 25th anniversary of the inauguration of President Hugo Chavez in Venezuela, which was the beginning of the Bolivarian Revolution. Over the past 25 years, Venezuela has made remarkable gains in reducing poverty, ending illiteracy and building social infrastructure such as housing, health care, education, transportation and more, despite persistent interference by the United States to impose an economic blockade, fund an opposition, attempt coups and assassinations, delegitimize the elections and threaten military attacks. Clearing the FOG speaks with Leo Flores, a Venezuelan activist, about t…

guest author (2024-02-06). Venezuelan analyst: Lenin on 'Socialism and War'. workers.org By Sergio Rodríguez Gelfenstein A message from Rodríguez Gelfenstein, a political analyst and former Venezuelan diplomat and official, to the International Assembly against Imperialism in Solidarity with Palestine on Jan. 21 in New York City. Amid the horror exposed by Israel's colonial-imperialist aggression against the Palestinian people, we commemorate the . . . |

Editor (2024-02-06). Beware U.S. imperialism's war on Iran. workers.org Will the escalation in bombing by the U.S. and British air forces against people in Syria, Iraq and Yemen lead to a regional war with Iran? Despite declarations from President Joe Biden, Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin that they seek no war with Iran, . . . |

Amy Goodman (2024-02-06). Blinken in Middle East Reportedly Pushing for Pause to Israel's Assault on Gaza. truthout.org Secretary of State Tony Blinken is on his fifth trip to the Middle East since Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, reportedly pushing for a pause to Israel's assault on Gaza and for Hamas to release all remaining hostages. Blinken's trip to Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Israel and the West Bank comes in the wake of U.S. strikes in Syria, Iraq and Yemen against militant groups across the region. |

newarab (2024-02-06). Why did Iran strike Iraq and Syria, and what's next. newarab.com Amid The tit-for-tat strikes between Iraqi paramilitaries and US forces have persisted since October when groups…

Alan Macleod (2024-02-06). Study Finds Media Giants New York Times, CNN, and Fox News Pushing for US War in Yemen. mintpressnews.com A new study of major media outlets' coverage of the Red Sea blockade found overwhelming bias in the press, which put forward pro-war talking points and portrayed the US as a good faith actor "dragged" into another Middle Eastern conflict against its will…

Ben Norton (2024-02-06). Exposed: US DEA used criminals to spy on, destabilize Venezuela, Mexico, Bolivia. geopoliticaleconomy.com Reports reveal that the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) used known criminals to spy on and destabilize the left-wing governments in Venezuela, Mexico, and Bolivia.

Rania Khalek (2024-02-06). Why Does Iran Support Palestine & the "Axis of Resistance?" thealtworld.com

newarab (2024-02-06). Fill the void: Canada spotlights melting pot of MENA cinema. newarab.com Vancouver, Canada's third-largest city, known for its booming film industry that caters to American productions, has earned the nickname "Hollywood North" and now as a gateway for MENA cinema. | The MENA "The festival was established to address the issue of underrepresentation of Iranian and other minority communities in the city's film culture. As…

Misión Verdad (2024-02-06). Bolivarian Revolution: Between Achievements, Challenges, and Sieges. orinocotribune.com By Mision Verdad — Feb 2, 2024 | On February 2, 1999, with the swearing-in of Commander Hugo Chávez Frías as president of Venezuela, the Bolivarian Revolution formally began one of the most important political and cultural processes that has occurred in Venezuela, the region, and recent world history. It constitutes, without a doubt, a hinge between the last century, with its "end of history," and this century that opened a passage between old and rejuvenated utopias. | In the past quarter of a century, there have been many achievements and success stories. Even greater are the challenges that arise for the…

albawaba (2024-02-06). Saudi $100B Alat appoints previous DELL executive CEO. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — New Saudi Arabia firm has announced the appointment of Amit Midha, previously president for Asia Pacific and Japan Global Cities at Dell Technologies, as Chief Executive Officer to lead Alat, a newly established technological advancement company backed by a $100 billion in capital investments from the Public Investment fund, which has been putting focus on funding advanced project with a $700 billion budget in line with the kingdom's 2030 plan to diversify economical income.Alat is described by Midha in a recent statement as an enterprise dedicated to transforming top international corporations a…

albawaba (2024-02-06). Jordan eliminate South Korea to reach Asian Cup final for first time. albawaba.com Jordan continued their impressive run in the 2023 AFC Asian Cup and defeated South Korea 2-0 to reach the final for the first time on Tuesday.Al-Nashama were the better side and squandered several scoring chances in the first half.Meanwhile, the Koreans managed to hit the Jordanian woodwork but never really threatened Yazeed Abu Laila's goal.Yazan Al Naimat opened the scoring when he flicked the ball above the Korean goalie Jo Hyeon woo in the 53rd minute.Mousa Al Taamari doubled the score with a splendid shot 13 minutes later.Jordan will face either hosts Qatar or Iran in the final next Saturday.

albawaba (2024-02-06). Group of Dolphins spotted in Jeddah Sea (Video). albawaba.com ALBAWABA The mission of the National Center for Wildlife Development spotted a number of young spotted dolphins swimming alongside their mothers in the Red Sea waters near Jeddah, and these enchanting moments have captivated many around the world.The official Saudi Center account shared a video showing the new guests, the young dolphins, joyfully swimming alongside their mothers in the depths of the Red Sea. In their commentary on the video, the center mentioned that these spotted dolphins usually live in groups of up to 80 dolphins, highlighting the biological richness and biodiversity of the Red Sea waters.&Yum…

Roger Harris (2024-02-06). Why the US Is Reimposing Sanctions on Venezuela. counterpunch.org The State Department accused the Venezuelan government of actions that are "inconsistent" with the Barbados agreement, negotiated last October. This accord arranged a prisoner exchange with the US and the issuance of licenses allowing Venezuela to sell some of its own oil and gold. The agreement promised temporary and partial sanctions relief for Venezuela, although major coercive economic provisions were still left in place.

newarab (2024-02-06). Gaza: Blinken heads to Egypt to seek 'enduring end' to war. newarab.com US Secretary of State In Cairo, Blinken is scheduled to meet Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the day after he held talks in Riyadh with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. | The trip, Blinken's fifth to the region since the…

Staff (2024-02-06). Venezuela Launches National Dialogue to Define Presidential Election Day. orinocotribune.com A day of national dialogue was held at the headquarters of the Venezuelan National Assembly (AN) to define an electoral schedule to guarantee that the presidential elections will be carried out in 2024, per what has been established by the Constitution. | This Monday, February 5, the aforementioned meeting was led by National Assembly (AN) President Deputy Jorge Rodríguez, who received many representatives of different political parties and movements, including several presidential candidates. | In his speech at the beginning of the session, Rodríguez recommended the creation of a commission that, in no more than…

albawaba (2024-02-06). Houthi spokesperson claim 2 new attacks on ships in the Red Sea. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In a statement, Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree stated "The first attack targeted the American ship Star Nasia, while the other targeted the British ship Morning Tide"."The Yemeni Armed Forces will carry out more military operations against all hostile Amirecan-British targets in the Arab and Red seas, within the right to respond to the aggression, and the right to defend our beloved Yemen and its people," Saree stated. ÿ®Ÿäÿߟܟå ÿµÿßÿØÿ±Ÿå ÿπŸÜŸê ÿߟ&Nt…

albawaba (2024-02-06). Saudi Arabia unveils locally assembled jets. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — With the start of the World Defense Show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has showcased the new Hawk T-165 jet aircraft, inaugurated by the Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman, who announced on X (previously Twitter) that assembly took place in the Kingdom from local hands.The construction of 22 cutting-edge Hawk T-165 planes was successfully shown at a presentation on the Kingdom's aircraft assembly program that Prince Khalid attended, located in The Eastern Province's King Abdulaziz Air Base is the home to the aircraft development and overhaul program, which saw contributions from 25 local comp…

newarab (2024-02-06). Blinken lands in Saudi Arabia for regional trip, Gaza talks. newarab.com On his fifth trip to the region since Hamas's 7 October attack on southern

teleSUR (2024-02-06). National Assembly's Consultation Is Successful: Pres. Maduro. telesurenglish.net On Monday, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro highlighted the success of the public consultation called by the National Assembly for the development of the schedule for the 2024 presidential elections. | RELATED: | During his program "Con Maduro +", the Bolivarian leader stated that the national dialogue session started "on the right foot" by having the participation of the majority of presidential pre-candidat…

Pressenza New York (2024-02-06). Why the US Is Reimposing Sanctions on Venezuela. pressenza.com Even the US business magazine Forbes expressed surprise at the reimposition of US sanctions on Venezuela's gold sales and its threat to do the same with oil. The oil sanctions especially, if reinstated, would precipitate higher gas prices and further debilitate the Venezuelan economy,…

Larry Johnson (2024-02-06). More Musings on Britain's Failing Military and the FEckless U.S. bombing of Iranian Proxies. sonar21.com HMS Queen Elizabeth — dead in the water | I have several different issues I want to raise. I am posting my chat with Judge Napolitano today. I am told by a good friend and tough critic that it was one of my better efforts. I'll let you judge. | Let's start with the military disaster that is the United Kingdom. Britannia is no longer capable of ruling the waves in a wading pool. For example, one of Britain's two aircraft carriers —

albawaba (2024-02-06). Raphael Varane could reunite with Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr. albawaba.com Manchester United defender Raphael Varane is being offered the chance to reunite with Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr, as per the Daily Star.The former Real Madrid player is set to leave the English club when his deal expires in the summer. Al-Nassr are willing to offer the Frenchman £50 million-per year to convince him of moving to Saudi Arabia.If the 2018 World Cup winner accepts, he will be reunited with his former Real Madrid and United teammate Ronaldo yet again.The Portuguese icon helped the Saudi club snatch several high-profile stars in recent months like Sadio Mane, Aymeric Laporte and Marcelo Brozov…

Kelly Hayes (2024-02-06). Georgia Senate Approves Bill That Would Criminalize Charitable Bail Funds. truthout.org Last week, the Georgia Senate approved a bill aimed at expanding the state's cash bail system while simultaneously criminalizing charitable bail organizations. This legislation seeks to prohibit activists detained for common protest-related charges, such as unlawful assembly and obstruction of a law enforcement officer, from securing release without paying bail. Additionally… |

albawaba (2024-02-06). Gold prices in Riyadh today, Tuesday 6 February. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — Gold prices in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today, Tuesday, February 6, opened at SAR 7605.74 per ounce, according to saudigoldprice.com.24-karat gold rates in Riyadh on Tuesday: The price per gram of 24-karat gold in Saudi stood at SAR 244.52 today, Tuesday.22-karat gold prices in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday: The price per gram of 22-karat gold in Saudi stood at SAR 224.14 early today, Tuesday. 21-karat gold rates in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday: The price per gram of 21-karat gold in KSA stood at SAR 213.96 at the start of the business day, today, Tuesday.18-karat gold prices…

albawaba (2024-02-06). Al-Hilal ready to pay ‚Ǩ150m for Liverpool's Mohamed Salah. albawaba.com Saudi giants Al-Hilal are reportedly ready to pay ‚Ǩ150 million for Liverpool star Mohamed Salah this summer.The Egypt international was a top target for Al-Ittihad as well last summer, but their offer of over ‚Ǩ200m was rejected, as the player opted to remain in Europe.However, Sport claims the 31-year-old is now closer to making a move to the Saudi Pro League.It is believed that Jurgen Klopp's resignation as Liverpool boss at the end of the season has changed everything for the winger, who now prefers to leave.Al-Hilal are hoping to convince the Reds to part ways with Salah a…

albawaba (2024-02-06). Houthi missile attacks target US-UK naval forces in Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The Pentagon confirmed today that the Houthis launched multiple attacks in the Red Sea, using Iranian-sourced missiles and drones, according to the US Defense Intelligence Agency. Speaking to Al Jazeera, an American official disclosed that the Houthis deployed anti-ship ballistic missiles, firing a total of six at shipping lines in the region. While American forces successfully intercepted and destroyed one Houthi missile, five others landed dangerously close to commercial ships, fortunately causing no damage.The attacks mark a concerning escalation in tensions, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by…

teleSUR (2024-02-06). Yemen's Houthis Claim Missile Attacks on US, British Ships. telesurenglish.net On Tuesday, Yemen's armed Houthi group claimed responsibility for launching attacks against U.S. and British vessels in the Red Sea. | RELATED: | "We carried out two military operations in the Red Sea, the first targeting an U.S. ship (Star Nasia) and the other targeting a British vessel (Morning Tide). Both ships were targeted with appropriate naval missiles, and the hits were accurate and direct," Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sare…

Staff (2024-02-06). US attacks on Iraq, Syria violate int'l laws: Iran UN envoy. muslimmirror.com New York : Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has strongly condemned the US military attacks on Iraq and Syria, calling them illegal and unjustified. In his address to the UN Security Council meeting entitled "International Peace and Security" on Monday, Iravani said the United States had dishonored basic …

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Editor (2024-02-06). New York Times' Friedman Hits New Low With Animalization of Arabs and Iranians. scheerpost.com By Juan Cole / Informed Comment Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Calling people animals is a way to dehumanize them, and probably helps convince individuals that the other people around them approve of treating the animals badly. In ways that aren't entirely clear, this way of speaking is certainly wrought up with violence and even …

teleSUR, JCM (2024-02-06). Rebeldes hutíes de Yemen atacan dos barcos en el mar Rojo. telesurtv.net El portavoz de las fuerzas hutíes, Yahia Saree, publicó en su cuenta de X que el movimiento Ansarolá llevó a cabo "dos operaciones militares en el mar Rojo".

teleSUR, nbb, JGN (2024-02-06). Panamá derrota a Puerto Rico en Serie del Caribe. telesurtv.net Los Tiburones de la Guaira, representantes de Venezuela, realizaron rally en el séptimo inning, anotando seis carreras, lo que les permitió derrotar a los Naranjeros de Hermosillo…

teleSUR, MER (2024-02-06). Presidente venezolano destaca éxito de consulta pública convocada por la Asamblea Nacional. telesurtv.net El jefe de Estado afirmó que la jornada de diálogo nacional arrancó con buen pie al contar con la participación de la mayoría de precandidatos presidenciales.

teleSUR, JCM, MER (2024-02-06). Instalan diálogo para elecciones presidenciales en Venezuela. telesurtv.net El presidente de la AN, Jorge Rodríguez, reiteró que las elecciones presidenciales se llevarán a cabo este año, una vez que sean convocadas por el CNE.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-02-06). Cuba promueve en Italia negocios durante Feria de Turismo de Milán. radiohc.cu La Habana, 6 de feb (RHC) La delegación cubana que participa en la edición 44 de la Bolsa de Turismo (BIT) que se desarrolla en la norteña ciudad de Milán, presentó oportunidades de negocios a empresarios italianos del sector…

teleSUR, JCM (2024-02-06). Gobierno de Colombia y ELN concluyen sexto ciclo de diálogos. telesurtv.net Gobierno de Colombia y Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN) concluyeron el sexto ciclo de diálogos con una prórroga del cese al fuego y acuerdan crear fondo multidonante para el proceso de paz.

teleSUR- hvh, JCM (2024-02-06). Piden a EE.UU. poner fin a las sanciones contra Venezuela. telesurtv.net "Se puede construir una relación entre Estados Unidos y Venezuela donde no tenga cabida este tipo de agresiones", señalan.

teleSUR, hvh, JCM (2024-02-06). Cuba y Honduras conversan en Tegucigalpa sobre temas migratorios. telesurtv.net La delegación de Honduras estará encabezada por el director del Instituto Nacional de Migración, Allan Alvarenga.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-02-06). Cuba y España realizan provechoso intercambio sobre comunicaciones. radiohc.cu La Habana, 6 de feb (RHC) Cuba y España completaron un provechoso intercambio en materia de comunicaciones, en el cual se trataron cuestiones de interés de cooperación e inversiones.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-02-06). Cineasta cubano Manuel Herrera en proyecto sobre Carlos M. de Céspedes. radiohc.cu La Habana, 6 de feb (RHC) El cineasta cubano Manuel Herrera, de vasta y reconocida carrera en el séptimo arte latinoamericano, a sus 84 años está inmerso en la escritura de un guion sobre la vida del patriota Carlos Manuel de Céspedes.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-02-06). Debaten desde el Parlamento temas vitales para Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 6 de feb (RHC) Las acciones para el enfrenamiento al bloqueo de Estados Unidos desde el sistema legislativo y el proceso para corregir distorsiones y reimpulsar la economía este año fueron temas debatidos en reunión de la máxima dirección de la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular…

teleSUR, jaa, JGN (2024-02-06). Venezuela y Argentina empatan, Paraguay gana a Brasil en preolímpico. telesurtv.net En un partidazo, lleno de polémicas, tres tarjetas rojas, penal, autogol; Venezuela y Argentina empataron a dos.

teleSUR, jaa, JGN (2024-02-06). Estados Unidos anuncia otro ataque contra Yemen. telesurtv.net Durante este domingo las fuerzas norteñas atacaron varias zonas controladas por hutíes en Yemen.

Angela (2024-02-06). Tuesday 2/13: Virtual Anti-War Organizer Training. indybay.org For those interested in organizing for peace with CODEPINK via Zoom…

Speak Out Now (2024-02-06). Saturday 2/24: Exposing the Lies of Israel's War Machine. indybay.org Niebyl-Proctor Marxist Library, 6501 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609 | Also online, see website for zoom details…

Angela (2024-02-06). Tuesday 2/6: Webinar: The U.S. Military Industrial Complex and the Assault on Gaza. indybay.org

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2024-02-05: News Headlines

Jacob Andrewartha, Green Left. (2024-02-05). Community Demands Closure Of Facility Which Helps Arm Israel. popularresistance.org Community members demanded the closure of the Heat Treatment Australia weapons manufacturing facility in Campbellfield in Naarm/Melbourne on February 2, for its role in arming Israel. | HTA provides crucial heat treatment process for components of F-35 Joint Strike Fighters, used by the Israeli Defense Forces in their ongoing genocide of Palestinians in Gaza. | The defence department states that "HTA is vital to the Australian supply chain for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter". | Renegade Activists, a group putting the spotlight on weapon's manufacturers in Australia, said: "HTA's growth has been driven both by the…

_____ (2024-02-05). Israeli Police Repressing Anti-war Protests with 'Iron Fist,' Say Activists. transcend.org 24 Jan 2024 – Since 7 Oct, Israel's police have systematically banned, restricted, and attacked protests against the army's assault on Gaza, instilling a sense of fear among Jewish and Palestinian citizens alike.

Angela (2024-02-05). Tuesday 2/13: Virtual Anti-War Organizer Training. indybay.org For those interested in organizing for peace with CODEPINK via Zoom…

Angela (2024-02-04). Tuesday 2/13: Virtual Anti-War Organizer Training. indybay.org For those interested in organizing for peace with CODEPINK via Zoom…

_____ (2024-02-05). Act Now Against These Companies Profiting from the Genocide of the Palestinian People. transcend.org Below is a detailed guide to our targeted consumer boycotts, divestment and pressure campaigns. Help us spread the word to maximize our impact!

Editor (2024-02-05). Feb 5, 2024. sitrepworld.info ‚ô´ Willie Nelson — Blue Skies (with Lyrics) There is no God Higher than Truth, by Alex Krainer "All Options Are On the Table," by Bill Astore It's now: people vs. the banks, by Alex Krainer "We are the Good Guys" — Prof Didier Raoult Calls for COVID-19 Vaccine Moratorium, by John Leake Understanding American Totalitarianism and Hegemony in 3 minutes (Video) The Worst US I've Ever Seen | Col. Larry Wilkerson (Video) Never Before Has The Empire Been So Exposed, by Caitlin Johnstone Tedros Dismayed at Global Hesitancy on WHO Plans w/Dr McCullough, Alison Stein (Video, Transcript) "Y…

Editor (2024-02-04). Patty Hearst Was Treated Gently At a Time When "Tough On Crime" Was Taking Hold. scheerpost.com Listen to Roger D. Rapoport discuss his latest book on Patty Hearst on Scheer Intelligence By Roger D. Rapoport / CounterPunch On February 4, 1974, a group of ragtag revolutionaries who called themselves the Symbionese Liberation Army abducted Patty Hearst, an heiress to the Hearst media empire, from her Berkeley apartment. The bold act stunned …

Editor (2024-02-04). Patty Hearst Was Treated Gently At a Time When "Tough On Crime" Was Taking Hold. scheerpost.com Listen to Roger D. Rapoport discuss his latest book on Patty Hearst on Scheer Intelligence By Roger D. Rapoport / CounterPunch On February 4, 1974, a group of ragtag revolutionaries who called themselves the Symbionese Liberation Army abducted Patty Hearst, an heiress to the Hearst media empire, from her Berkeley apartment. The bold act stunned …

Editor (2024-02-04). Feb 4, 2024. sitrepworld.info For those of you who keep returning to see if there's something new, thank you for your interest. I am now mostly recovered from my illness and am trying to get on my horse and figure out where to go from here. There are two competing destinations. The first is going back to publishing the links for the Daily Posts. And the other is to continue to blog about what I consider the most important and compelling process driving pretty much everything else, the Geopolitical Tectonic Shift (GTS), referring to the disintegration of the USraeli Empire, heir to the 500 year long European empire, while the RoW (the Rest of…

Editor (2024-02-04). Feb 4, 2024. sitrepworld.info For those of you who keep returning to see if there's something new, thank you for your interest. I am now mostly recovered from my illness and am trying to get on my horse and figure out where to go from here. There are two competing destinations. The first is going back to publishing the links for the Daily Posts. And the other is to continue to blog about what I consider the most important and compelling process driving pretty much everything else, the Geopolitical Tectonic Shift (GTS), referring to the disintegration of the USraeli Empire, heir to the 500 year long European empire, while the RoW (the Rest of…

Kathleen Wallace (2024-02-04). Abstractions and Mass Murder. counterpunch.org Israeli ground operations in Gaza, November 1, 2023. Photo: IDF. There is nothing new under the sun in terms of incitement to war methods or the dehumanization techniques necessary to create compliant and bloodthirsty populations. The only thing that is new are the shifting and doomed populations who find themselves in the way of empire. Students of history, generally without a shred of self-examination, congratulate themselves for being born to a more enlightened time knowing that even if they were transported to those historical eve…

Kathleen Wallace (2024-02-04). Abstractions and Mass Murder. counterpunch.org Israeli ground operations in Gaza, November 1, 2023. Photo: IDF. There is nothing new under the sun in terms of incitement to war methods or the dehumanization techniques necessary to create compliant and bloodthirsty populations. The only thing that is new are the shifting and doomed populations who find themselves in the way of empire. Students of history, generally without a shred of self-examination, congratulate themselves for being born to a more enlightened time knowing that even if they were transported to those historical eve…

thecommunists (2024-02-04). Lenin's work remains a guide for our time: an introduction. thecommunists.org Download this leaflet as a pdf. Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov, known to us as Lenin, was a Russian Marxist who is best known for leading the 1917 October Revolution that brought socialism to Russia and to the territories of the former Russian empire, leading to the foundation and building of the world's first great socialist state, …

Medea Benjamin (2024-02-04). Redefining US-Latin American Relations. orinocotribune.com By Medea Benjamin and Steve Ellner — Feb 1, 2024 | The Trump administration dusted off the 19th century Monroe Doctrine that subjugates the nations of the region to US interests. The Biden administration, instead of reversing course, followed suit, with disastrous results for the region and a migration crisis that threatens Biden's re-election. | It has left most of Trump's sanctions against Venezuela and Cuba intact and has tightened those against Nicaragua. | US policy towards Venezuela has been a fiasco. Try as it might, both Trump and Biden were unable to depose President Maduro and found themselves stuc…

Angela (2024-02-05). Tuesday 2/6: Webinar: The U.S. Military Industrial Complex and the Assault on Gaza. indybay.org

Brian Berletic (2024-02-04). Ukraine Distracts from Multiplying Catastrophes + Why US Analysts Get Ukraine Wrong. thealtworld.com Update for the conflict in Ukraine for February 4, 2024… | — Ukraine's reported sinking of Russian missile boat distracts from Ukraine's core weaknesses rather than helps address them; | — US analysts believe Ukraine can use 2024 to "rebuild" for 2025, failing to understand Ukraine and its Western sponsors lack the ability to do this, while Russia continues expanding its manpower and military industrial output; | — US analysts share a misconception that Russia's lack of territorial gains results from a lack of offensive potential rather than a deliberate choice to degrade Ukrainian forces first,…

Speak Out Now (2024-02-05). Saturday 2/24: Exposing the Lies of Israel's War Machine. indybay.org Niebyl-Proctor Marxist Library, 6501 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609 | Also online, see website for zoom details…

Colonel Ann Wright, Popular Resistance. (2024-02-05). For God's Sake Joe, What the Hell Are You Doing? popularresistance.org It's 3am and I can't sleep again. All of us concerned about Gaza and the West Bank are spending sleepless nights and busy days trying desperately to pressure the Biden administration to stop its complicity the relentless Israeli genocide in Gaza, to stop providing weapons and money to Israel and to demand an end to the carnage. Ceasefire Now! | We awakened to the news that the US has attacked Syria, Iraq and Yemen in retaliation for militants firing missiles into US troop areas in Syria and Jordan and Houthis stopping Red Sea cargo ships. Why have there been attacks on U.S. troops and interests?

Dave DeCamp (2024-02-05). Senate Unveils $118 Billion Bill With Money for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and New Yemen War. news.antiwar.com The Senate Appropriations Committee on Sunday unveiled a massive $118 billion spending bill that includes military aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, as well as spending for President Biden's new war with Yemen's Houthis. The bill is the result of months of negotiations between Senate Democrats and Republicans on border policies and includes $20 billion …

newarab (2024-02-05). Houthis fire missiles at Israel amid threat of regional war. newarab.com Yemen's "The Yemeni armed forces will not hesitate to carry out further military operations against the Zionist enemy on land and at sea until the cessation of aggression and lifting of the blockade on the Gaza Strip," the Houthi milit…

newarab (2024-02-05). US, UK strike dozens of Houthi targets in Yemen. newarab.com

teleSUR, MS (2024-02-05). Estados Unidos y el Reino Unido bombardean Yemen. telesurtv.net En total, los estadounidenses y los británicos han llevado a cabo 35 ataques contra 13 localidades yemeníes.

teleSUR, odr, DRL (2024-02-05). ONU solicita continuar el proceso de paz en Yemen. telesurtv.net La ONU realizó la solicitud durante la reunión que sostuviera con el ministro de Exteriores iraní, Hosein Amir Abdolahian, para discutir la situación de Yemen.

Ahmed Abdulkareem, MintPress News. (2024-02-04). Ansar Allah Discusses The Prospects Of Escalation, Yemen Blockade And More. popularresistance.org Following Israel's war and siege against Gaza, which began in earnest on October 7 of last year and has resulted in the deaths of tens of thousands of Palestinians, the Yemeni Army led by Ansar Allah declared a military operation against Israel. Its aim: to compel Tel Aviv to cease its destructive war on Gaza. | No stranger to famine, genocide, and the displacement of civilians thanks to a decade-long war waged against its people led by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates and backed by the United States, Ansar Allah has led arguably the most consequential resistance to Israel's bloody campaign in the Gaza S…

Berghof Foundation (2024-02-04). World: Under crossfire: The courageous work of women faith-based mediators to prevent, mitigate and resolve violent conflicts. reliefweb.int Countries: Colombia, Indonesia, Iraq, Israel, Kenya, Nigeria, Syrian Arab Republic, Uganda, World, Yemen | Source: Berghof Foundation | Please refer to the attached file. | Under crossfire: the courageous work of women faith-based mediators | In our latest study, we explore how women use faith as a tool to solve conflict and which tactics they use to overcome challenges they face during the process. | Women faith-based mediators often play a crucial role in peace mediation processes. Our latest

Dave DeCamp (2024-02-04). US, UK Launch Another Round of Heavy Strikes on Yemen. news.antiwar.com The US and the UK launched another round of joint missile strikes in Yemen on Saturday night as the situation in the Red Sea continues to escalate, and the Houthis show no sign of backing down. US Central Command said strikes were launched against 13 targets in 36 locations in Houthi-controlled Yemen, where most of …

Food, Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (2024-02-04). Market & Trade Bulletin, Yemen – December 2023 — (Issued on 31 January 2024) [EN/AR]. reliefweb.int Country: Yemen | Source: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations | Please refer to the attached files. | KEY HIGHLIGHTS | ‚Ä¢ The unofficial exchange rate (buying) of Yemeni Riyals (YER) against US dollars (USD) remained stable in December 2023 under both IRG and SBA areas compared to the previous month's rate. | ‚Ä¢ The December 2023 monthly cost of the MFB remained unchanged in IRG areas but went down slightly by 4 percent in SBA markets compared to November. | ‚Ä¢ Despite the availability of imported food and fuel in domestic markets, and de…

International Organization for Migration (2024-02-04). Flow Monitoring Dashboard – Ethiopia (November 2023). reliefweb.int Countries: Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Türkiye, Uganda, World, Yemen | Source: International Organization for Migration | Please refer to the attached Infographic. | OVERVIEW | In November 2023, a total of 35,902 movements were observed across the six flow monitoring points (FMPs) in Ethiopia. This represents an 8% decrease in daily average movements in comparison with October 2023 when an average of 1,302 movements per day were observed. | Outgoing movements (74%) during November decreased while incoming movements (26%) increased compare…

International Organization for Migration (2024-02-04). Rapid Displacement Tracking – Yemen IDP Dashboard Reporting Period: 21 to 27 January 2024. reliefweb.int Country: Yemen | Source: International Organization for Migration | Please refer to the attached Infographic. | IOM Yemen DTM's Rapid Displacement Tracking (RDT) tool collects data on estimated numbers of households forced to ee on a daily basis from their locations of habitual residence or displacement, allowing for regular reporting of new displacements1 in terms of estimated numbers, causes of displacement, geography and needs. It also tracks IDP returnees who returned to their location of habitual residence. | Between 21 and 27 January 2024, IOM Yemen DTM tracked 21 households (HHs) (126 individuals)2 w…

Larry Johnson (2024-02-04). My Latest SONAR21 Podcast. sonar21.com I provide an update on the Zelensky/Zaluzhny soap opera and dissect the feckless U.S. bombing campaigns in Yemen, Iraq and Syria.

Mustafa Abu Sneineh (2024-02-04). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 121: Israel kills more than 1,000 Palestinians since ICJ ruling; U.S. bombs Yemen. mondoweiss.net Israeli forces bomb Rafah, where thousands of Palestinians are displaced in shelters near the Egyptian border, as an Israeli minister wishes to "encourage voluntary emigration" from Gaza. In West Bank, settlers attack Palestinian villages.

newarab (2024-02-04). Houthis fire missiles at Israel amid threat of regional war. newarab.com Yemen's "The Yemeni armed forces will not hesitate to carry out further military operations against the Zionist enemy on land and at sea until the cessation of aggression and lifting of the blockade on the Gaza Strip," the Houthi milit…

newarab (2024-02-04). US, UK strike dozens of Houthi targets in Yemen. newarab.com

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-02-04). Mayo Clinic Minute: Why Black women need to be screened for cervical cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org While all women can develop cervical cancer, non-Hispanic Black women are more likely to be diagnosed and die of cervical cancer, compared to white women in the U.S.This disparity is not due to genetic differences among white, Black or Hispanic women, but rather related to systemic racism, access to healthcare and socioeconomic factors, says Dr. Olivia Cardenas-Trowers, a Mayo Clinic urogynecologist. That is why she encourages women to learn more about this often-avoidable cancer and…

Mnar Adley (2024-02-02). The IDF's Failing Gaza War, with ex-U.S. Special Forces' Greg Stoker. mintpressnews.com Greg Stoker is a former U.S. Army Special Operations member who left the military and became a committed anti-imperialist. Today, he joins MintCast to discuss Israel, Yemen, and the US role in the chaos.

Peoples Dispatch (2024-02-05). US and UK carry out dozens of airstrikes in Yemen. peoplesdispatch.org The US and UK have intensified strikes against Ansarallah in Yemen after having targeted resistance groups in Iraq and Syria. This is despite the US stating that it wants to avoid a regional escalation of Israel's war on Gaza…

albawaba (2024-02-05). US and UK airstrikes hit Hodeida port area in Yemen. albawaba.com

albawaba (2024-02-05). Yemen's internationally recognized government set to appoint new PM. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- A government

Zero Hedge (2024-02-05). US Coalition Has Attacked Nearly 40 Houthi Sites in Yemen This Weekend. globalresearch.ca

albawaba (2024-02-04). French company suspends shipments in the Red Sea. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In an announcement by the French transportation company CMA CGM, it has been stated that all shipments in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, which are connected by the Bab el-Mandab Strait, have been suspended due to the ongoing conflicts between Houthis in Yemen and US forces.While the Iran-backed Houthi attacks on commercial ships persist in Yemen, another company has suspended shipments made through the Red Sea. In a statement by the French transportation company CMA CGM, it was mentioned that all shipments on the Bab el-Mandab Strait, connecting the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, have been suspended…

Mustafa Abu Sneineh (2024-02-04). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 121: Israel kills more than 1,000 Palestinians since ICJ ruling; U.S. bombs Yemen. mondoweiss.net Israeli forces bomb Rafah, where thousands of Palestinians are displaced in shelters near the Egyptian border, as an Israeli minister wishes to "encourage voluntary emigration" from Gaza. In West Bank, settlers attack Palestinian villages.

teleSUR, DRL (2024-02-04). EE.UU. y Reino Unido atacan más de 30 objetivos yemeníes. telesurtv.net Se trata de la respuesta a los recientes ataques a intereses estadounidenses y aliados de Washington tras el asedio sionista a Gaza, dijeron funcionarios estadounidenses.

teleSUR, MS (2024-02-04). Estados Unidos y el Reino Unido bombardean Yemen. telesurtv.net En total, los estadounidenses y los británicos han llevado a cabo 35 ataques contra 13 localidades yemeníes.

_____ (2024-02-05). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 121: Israel Kills More Than 1,000 Palestinians since ICJ Ruling — U.S. Bombs Yemen. transcend.org 4 Feb 2024- Israeli forces bomb Rafah, where thousands of Palestinians are displaced in shelters near the Egyptian border, as an Israeli minister wishes to "encourage voluntary emigration" from Gaza. In West Bank, settlers attack Palestinian villages. Casualties: 27,365+ killed and at least 66,630 wounded in the Gaza Strip.

_____ (2024-02-05). Yemen's Houthis on U.S. Attacks and Their Blockade of Israel. transcend.org 29 Jan 2024 – Mohammed al-Bukhaiti, a senior political official and spokesperson for Yemen's Ansar Allah, discusses the blockade and Yemen's escalating tensions with the United States.

Action Against Hunger USA (2024-02-05). NGO Statement on Humanitarian Impacts of Potential U.S. FTO Designation in Yemen. reliefweb.int Country: Yemen | Sources: Action Against Hunger USA, Adventist Development and Relief Agency International, CARE International, International Rescue Committee, Islamic Relief, Mercy Corps, Norwegian Refugee Council, Oxfam, Save the Children | Washington D.C, February 5, 2024 — As NGOs responding to the crisis in Yemen, we are deeply concerned over the potential humanitarian consequences of U.S. legislation requiring the designation of Ansar Allah, the de facto authorities for more than 70% of Yemen's population, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO). The humanitarian community has consistently raised…

albawaba (2024-02-05). Drone attack kills 5 Syrian Democratic Forces fighters. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Rami Abdel Rahman, the head of the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, said that five Syrian Democratic Forces fighters have been killed in a drone attack on a U.S. army base in eastern Syria. "Five members from SDF special forces were killed and around 20 wounded by a drone attack after midnight on Al-Omar oil field. the largest US-led coalition base in Syria" Abdel Rahman stated. Abdel Rahman said the attack hit an SDF section inside Al-Omar oil field. the base, in "the first attack by pro-Iran groups against American bases after the US strikes on Syria and Iraq" late last week.

albawaba (2024-02-05). US will escalate if the Houthis continue Red Sea attacks. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – U.S. national security advisor Jake Sullivan stated that their forces across the Red Sea will conduct more attacks if the Houthis continue to carry out their attacks on vessels crossing the Bab Al Mandab Strait. In a televised interview, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan stated that the U.S. is ready to deal with anyone or anything that threatens the security of American forces in the Red Sea. "We are prepared to deal with anything that any group or any country tries to come at us with," said Sullivan. Sullivan added that "Iran should expect a swift and forceful response if it, and not one of its…

Global Research News (2024-02-05). Selected Articles: Brzezinski's Barbaric Dream. The Israeli-Gaza Conflict Is the Beginning of a Broader War, "Spreading Towards Iran": Dr. Paul C. Roberts. globalresearch.ca By To paraphrase Roberts's analysis, the Israeli-Gaza conflict is merely the beginning of a …

infobrics (2024-02-05). New BRICS Member Iran Calls for Digital Currency Systems this Year. infobrics.org BRICS, the intergovernmental organization comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, started meetings this morning in Russia. After agreeing to expand its membership in August, the group added Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the UAE on January 1…

newarab (2024-02-05). Iran stun favourites Japan, reach Asian Cup semifinals. newarab.com

newarab (2024-02-05). Jordan denies taking part in US airstrikes on Iraqi militias. newarab.com The Jordanian army has denied on Saturday participation in recent The US military launched retaliatory airstrikes against Iranian forces and Tehran-backed militia groups in both Iraq and Syria on Friday, following a recent Reports had circulate…

newarab (2024-02-05). Pro-Iran militias want to move arms into Iraq govt bases. newarab.com

newarab (2024-02-05). US intends further strikes on Iran-backed groups: Sullivan. newarab.com

Staff (2024-02-05). US failed miserably as Iran not afraid of it: Senator Graham. muslimmirror.com Tehran : Hawkish US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham criticized the administration of President Joe Biden on Sunday night that its policies toward Iran has not been effective as the Islamic Republic is not afraid of America. During an interview with Fox News, Graham rebuked the US government for its overall policies in West Asia. "If …

WSWS (2024-02-05). US escalation against Iran threatens all-out war in Middle East. wsws.org American imperialism's "endless war" in the Middle East, which has killed millions of people and destroyed entire societies over the course of the past three decades, is entering a new and ever more dangerous stage.

yenisafak (2024-02-05). ƒ∞ran destekli gruplardan ABD'nin Suriye'deki àºssàºne ƒ∞HA saldƒ±rƒ±sƒ±. yenisafak.com ABD'nin Ortadoƒüu'daki àºslerine ƒ∞ran destekli milislerin dàºzenlediƒüi saldƒ±rƒ±lar devam ediyor. | Yerel kaynaklardan edinilen bilgiye gà∂re, Fƒ±rat Nehri'n batƒ± yakasƒ±nda konu≈ülanan ƒ∞ran destekli terà∂rist gruplar, ABD gàºàßlerinin konu≈ülu olduƒüu àñmer Petrol Sahasƒ± àússàº'ne birden fazla kamikaze ƒ∞HA ile saldƒ±rƒ± geràßekle≈ütirdi. | Can kaybƒ&plus…

yenisafak (2024-02-05). 'Mesut àñzil siyasete giriyor' iddiasƒ± Almanlarƒ± panikletti: Erdoƒüan ile ili≈ükisine dikkat àßektiler. yenisafak.com Alman medyasƒ±na gà∂re, Almanya'da ya≈üayan Tàºrkler, yeni olu≈üturulan DAVA adlƒ± parti aracƒ±lƒ±ƒüƒ±yla siyaset sahnesine giri≈ü yapƒ±yor. Haziran ayƒ±nda geràßekle≈üecek Avrupa Parlamentosu seàßimlerine katƒ±lmak àºzere hazƒ±rlƒ±klarƒ±nƒ± sàºrdàºren parti, seàßime kabul edilebilmesi iàßin 18 Mart'a kadar 4 bin imza toplamak zorunda. | Reklam yàºzຠMesut…

albawaba (2024-02-04). Hashed chief: 'Targeting Hashed al-Shaabi is playing with fire'. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Falih Al-Fayyadh, the head of Iraq's pro-Iran Hashed al-Shaabi alliance, has called the United States to withdraw its forces from Iraq following the latest attacks against Islamic Resistance in Baghdad.During the funeral for members of the group killed in the US strikes in Iraq, Al-Fayyadh detailed: "They targeted administration offices, a (Hashed) hospital, they struck forces tasked with protecting the borders."He maintained by warning the US: "Targeting the Hashed al-Shaabi is playing with fire."üî¥ ŸÖŸÑŸäÿ¥Ÿäÿß&yuml…

Dave DeCamp (2024-02-04). Jake Sullivan Refuses to Rule Out US Airstrikes Inside Iran. news.antiwar.com National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Sunday refused to rule out direct US airstrikes inside Iran while discussing the widespread bombing the US launched in Iraq and Syria on Friday. Appearing on CNN's "State of the Union," Sullivan signaled the bombing campaign is not over, saying the US is planning "more actions." When asked if …

newarab (2024-02-04). After Iraq, Syria hits, US 'will not strike Iran' — for now. newarab.com The United States will not strike targets inside Iran for now, a former defence secretary said following US Friday's strikes hit over 85 targets linked to Iran's Friday's airstrikes followed a…

newarab (2024-02-04). Iran stun favourites Japan, reach Asian Cup semifinals. newarab.com

newarab (2024-02-04). Jordan denies taking part in US airstrikes on Iraqi militias. newarab.com The Jordanian army has denied on Saturday participation in recent The US military launched retaliatory airstrikes against Iranian forces and Tehran-backed militia groups in both Iraq and Syria on Friday, following a recent Reports had circulate…

newarab (2024-02-04). Pro-Iran militias want to move arms into Iraq govt bases. newarab.com

newarab (2024-02-04). US to back strikes on Iran targets as Gaza truce hopes rise. newarab.com The planned targets for US strikes in Iraq and Syria in response to the killing of The United States has assessed that the drone, which also wounded more than 40 people, was made by

newarab (2024-02-04). US launches strikes on Iran-linked targets in Syria, Iraq. newarab.com The US military launched The extensive air attacks were ordered in response to the deaths of the soldiers last Sunday in a drone strike blamed by Washington on Iran-backed forces. | "Our response began today. It…

News Desk, The Cradle. (2024-02-04). Iraq Denies Washington Notified Government Prior To Deadly Attack. popularresistance.org The US air force carried out strikes on 85 sites in the border regions connecting Iraq and Syria early on 3 February. | US Central Command stated its forces struck targets "belonging to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard and its allies, in Iraq and Syria" using "long-range bombers launched from the United States." | The statement added that US forces "used more than 125 precision-guided munitions in the air strikes. The facilities that were struck included command and control operations, intelligence centers, missiles and missiles, drone warehouses, logistical facilities, and the ammunition supply chain."

Drago Bosnic (2024-02-05). US and NATO Are "The Fourth Reich". Strikes Inside Iran are Contemplated. globalresearch.ca

Orinoco Tribune 2 (2024-02-05). Iran Intelligence Forces Identify 'Tens' of Mossad Spies in 28 Countries. orinocotribune.com Iran's Intelligence Ministry says its forces have identified a significant number of spies linked to the Israeli Mossad spy agency in 28 countries across the world. | In a statement on Friday, the ministry announced what it described as the "largest combined intelligence and counter-intelligence operation" against the Israeli regime's espionage and security organizations. | The statement underlined that the "venturesome" operation was conducted in the form of a series of intelligence-counterintelligence, offensive-defensive actions, and through the use of various methods of intelligence gathering, which led to ob…

Prof Michel Chossudovsky (2024-02-05). Expanding Middle East War. Planned US-Israeli Attack on Iran, The War on Energy, Strategic Waterways. globalresearch.ca

albawaba (2024-02-04). Pro-Palestine American Porn star Whitney Wright makes unusual visit to Tehran. albawaba.com A: BAWABA – In an unexpected move, pro-Palestine American adult film star Whitney Wright has recently visited Tehran, sharing several photos of herself wearing a veil in various locations across Iran. Notably, one picture depicts her standing beside a US flag lowered to the bottom of the pole at the former US embassy in Tehran.Wright's visit to Iran has drawn attention to the apparent dichotomy in the Iranian regime's approach. While granting access to a foreign adult film star, the regime continues to suppress Iranian women for violating hijab rules and has even issued death sentences for those involved in the cr…

newarab (2024-02-04). Iran Guard among three dead in Israel strikes in Syria. newarab.com The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said "three members of pro-Iran groups, including an Iranian and an Iraqi" were killed in "Israeli a…

teleSUR, JCM (2024-02-04). Decenas de muertos dejan ataques de EE.UU en Irak y en Siria. telesurtv.net Tanto el Gobierno de Irak como el de Siria condenaron en los términos más enérgicos los ataques de represalia de EE.UU. por la muerte de tres soldados el pasado domingo.

teleSUR, rzr (2024-02-04). Atentan contra aspirante a alcalde de la ciudad mexicana de Iguala. telesurtv.net Al momento del ataque el aspirante a la alcaldía de Iguala, Erick Catalán Rendón se resguardo en un cuartel militar cercano.

WSWS (2024-02-04). The Israel/US agenda for war against Lebanon. wsws.org Israel's threats against Lebanon come as the US and the UK have struck over 100 Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps Quds Force and Iranian-backed militia targets in Iraq and Syria since February 2.

Gabisile (2024-02-05). Denel showcases top products in Saudi Arabia. sanews.gov.za Denel showcases top products in Saudi Arabia | Denel will showcase several of its top products in the fields of missile technology, air defence systems, precision-guided munitions, artillery systems and unmanned aerial vehicle systems at the World Defence Show in Saudi Arabia this week. | The World Defence Show, held from 4 – 8 February, attracts the world's top aerospace and defence manufacturers and is also attended by decision-makers, industry analysts and media from across the globe. | "This is an opportunity for Denel to demonstrate that we still design, manufacture and deliver high-technology products that…

newarab (2024-02-05). Saudis 'open' to Israel skipping steps for Palestine state. newarab.com

newarab (2024-02-04). Saudis 'open' to Israel skipping steps for Palestine state. newarab.com

albawaba (2024-02-04). Saudi woman preserves tanned leather 150-year-old. albawaba.com ALBAWABA A Saudi woman has made a resolute decision to preserve a piece of tanned leather with a rich history. This individual, residing in the scenic landscapes of Al Hashr, declined a substantial offer of 50,000 Saudi riyals, staunchly asserting that the leather, which once served as a protective barrier for houses against rain and sun, holds an immeasurable value to her.

albawaba (2024-02-05). Gulf Air launches direct flights to AlUla International Airport. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Gulf Air the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, inaugurated its first flights to AlUla International Airport today. The airline will operate direct flights between Bahrain and AlUla twice a week, starting from February 3rd until March 6th, and from April 10th to April 27th.The Royal Commission for AlUla Governorate aims to establish air connectivity with various international and domestic destinations, making AlUla a global logistics hub in the northwest of the Kingdom. This was reported by the Saudi Arabian official news agency, "SPA."Rami Al-Muallem, Deputy President for Tourism Destinations…

albawaba (2024-02-05). Jordanian travels 3000 km on his motorcycle for Umrah. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Omar Al-Zahimat, a Jordanian, rode his motorcycle all the way to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to perform Umrah, Islam's religious pilgrimage. Despite no support from fellow cyclists in Jordan, Al-Zahimat's passion for motorcycles and travel allowed him to successfully plan and complete this journey of his.Working at a Jordanian government department and being a father of five children, Al-Zahimat bought his motorcycle in 2018 to explore Jordan. Later, he decided to take it a step further and put his riding skills to the test by traveling to the Holy Land to perform Umrah rituals.Jordanian travels 30…

albawaba (2024-02-05). Blinken to visit the Middle East to discuss Gaza truce. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Marking his fifth visit to the Middle East, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is expected to visit Saudi Arabia, Israel, Egypt, and Qatar. He is expected to meet with mediators to discuss a new truce deal in Gaza. Blinekn urgently addressing humanitarian needs in Gaza, after aid groups have repeatedly sounded the alarm over the devastating impact on the besieged territory of nearly four months of war, AFP reported.According to a Hamas source, the proposed truce would put an end to fighting for six weeks while Hamas releases hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.Hamas has st…

teleSUR, DRL (2024-02-05). Mandatarios latinoamericanos lamentan muerte de presidente namibio. telesurtv.net Namibia debe su independencia a la acción de las tropas cubanas a finales de la década de 1980, que derrotaron el apartheid sudafricano y las obligaron a retirarse de ese territorio.

Alina Ramos Martin (2024-02-04). Condemnation of U.S. blockade marks Cuban residents in Panama. plenglish.com Panama City, Feb 4 ( Prensa Latina) The Asociación Martiana de Cubanos Residentes en Panamá (AMCRP) celebrates the XII National Meeting with to condemn the US blockade against the island.

Javier Arana Villasusa (2024-02-04). China presents Friendship Award to Cuban journalist and other experts. plenglish.com Beijing, Feb 4 (Prensa Latina) The Chinese government today presented the Friendship Award to Cuban journalist Sergio Alejandro Gomez and other international experts for their contributions to China's development.

mforinoco (2024-02-04). Cuban People Will Debate Measures To Boost the Economy. orinocotribune.com By Alejandra Garcia — Jan 30, 2024 | Cuba needs development, even if it seems impossible amid increasingly adverse international conditions. And it needs to develop without trampling on the most vulnerable but also in being consistent with the world around us which is unstable, marked by inflation, and the exponential increase in essential goods. All of this in world of escalating tensions. | To achieve this, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has announced that the entire Cuban people will discuss and analyze the measures recently announced by the government, which include the increase in the price of gasoli…

mforinoco (2024-02-04). Cuban People Will Debate Measures To Boost the Economy. orinocotribune.com By Alejandra Garcia — Jan 30, 2024 | Cuba needs development, even if it seems impossible amid increasingly adverse international conditions. And it needs to develop without trampling on the most vulnerable but also in being consistent with the world around us which is unstable, marked by inflation, and the exponential increase in essential goods. All of this in world of escalating tensions. | To achieve this, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has announced that the entire Cuban people will discuss and analyze the measures recently announced by the government, which include the increase in the price of gasoli…

teleSUR, DRL (2024-02-04). Cuba condena por irresponsable ataque de EE.UU. a Irak y Siria. telesurtv.net Cuba ha insistido de manera reiterada en la responsabilidad de Estados Unidos y otras potencias imperialistas en la desestailización regional, en particular tras las invasiones a Irak de 1991 y 2003.

teleSUR, MS (2024-02-04). Accidente en Guatemala cobra la vida de 11 personas. telesurtv.net De acuerdo con IGM, nueve de los fallecidos eran cubanos y se trasladaban al norte para llegar a los Estados Unidos.

teleSUR, rzr, SH (2024-02-04). Cuba envía condolencias a Chile por incendios forestales. telesurtv.net En su mensaje, el canciller cubano incluyó a los familiares y seres queridos de los fallecidos en Chile a causa de los incendios forestales.

tvbrics (2024-02-04). Cuba and India agree to increase cooperation in the audiovisual sector. tvbrics.com The GAFX 2024 conference demonstrated the South Asian country's interest in strengthening ties with Cuba…

tvbrics (2024-02-04). Cuba and India agree to increase cooperation in the audiovisual sector. tvbrics.com The GAFX 2024 conference demonstrated the South Asian country's interest in strengthening ties with Cuba…

Staff (2024-02-05). Massive Chavista Demonstration in Caracas to Celebrate the 4F Uprising (+Photo & Video Gallery). orinocotribune.com Caracas ( "Great Bolivarian Fury" demonstration that saw tens of thousands of Chavistas parade through the streets of Caracas in support of Venezuela's Bolivarian Revolution. | "In Venezuela, the people rule," said President Maduro. "Here, only the people appoint or remove [pres…

teleSUR, JCM, MER (2024-02-05). Minuto a minuto: Venezuela conmemora el Día de la Dignidad Nacional. telesurtv.net El presidente Nicolás Maduro reafirmó que en Venezuela sólo el pueblo manda y que no volverán las oligarquías mandar en ese país.

teleSUR, MER (2024-02-05). Presidente venezolano: cuando el CNE convoque a elecciones estaremos preparados. telesurtv.net El mandatario instó a gestar una poderosa unión nacional, una amplia alianza, un amplio frente nacional rumbo al 2030.

teleSUR, MS (2024-02-05). Presidente de Venezuela se solidariza con Chile por incendios. telesurtv.net ElJefe de Estado venezolano aseguró que en Chile "cuentan con el apoyo y mano amiga de los venezolanos y venezolanas… fuerza hermanas y hermanos chilenos ¡Estamos con ustedes!".

Javier Arana Villasusa (2024-02-04). Venezuela expresses condolences on the death of Namibian president. plenglish.com Caracas, Feb 4 (Prensa Latina) The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela expressed its deepest condolences to the people of Namibia and its honorable government for the death today of President Hage G. Geingob, in Windhoek.

Staff (2024-02-05). President Maduro Announces Cabinet Changes. orinocotribune.com The Venezuelan President, Nicolás Maduro, announced several changes in his Cabinet days before the announcement of the 2024 Presidential Elections schedule. Through his social media accounts, he reported the appointment of Luis Villegas Ramírez as Minister for National Commerce. Dheliz àÅlvarez, who held that position, will become the new Minister for Women and Gender Equality, and Guy Vernaez will become the new Minister for Communes. Alexis Corredor will become the new Minister of the Social Labor Process. | "With the need to continue advancing in the strengthening of the government team, I have decided t…

Roger D. Harris, Popular Resistance. (2024-02-04). Why The United States Is Reimposing Sanctions On Venezuela. popularresistance.org Even the US business magazine Forbes expressed surprise at the reimposition of US sanctions on Venezuela's gold sales and its threat to do the same with oil. The oil sanctions especially, if reinstated, would precipitate higher gas prices and further debilitate the Venezuelan economy, forcing more people to leave the country out of economic necessity. | The Venezuelan government, for its part, has not been contrite. Vice President Delcy Rodríguez protested "the wrong step of intensifying economic aggression against Venezuela." She warned that if Washington takes the threatened measures, Venezuela will cancel repa…

Roger D. Harris (2024-02-04). Why the US Is Reimposing Sanctions on Venezuela. orinocotribune.com By Roger D. Harris — Feb 3. 2024 | Even the US business magazine Forbes expressed

scorinoco (2024-02-04). Venezuela Repudiates Vandalism of Bolívar Statue in Rome. orinocotribune.com The president of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, denounced the desecration of the bust of Liberator Simón Bolívar in Monte Sacro, Rome, capital of Italy. | "I denounce the unacceptable aggression that fascist hordes in Italy have perpetrated in Monte Sacro, Rome, against Simón Bolívar, Father and Liberator of our free America," President Maduro wrote on X on Saturday, February 3. | Denuncio la agresión inaceptable que hordas fascistas en Italia han perpetrado en el Monte Sacro, Roma, en contra de Simón Bolívar, Padre y Libertador de nuestra América libre. Repudio totalmente esta agresión llevada adelante por quienes s…

teleSUR, dcdc, DRL (2024-02-04). Venezuela condena vandalismo contra estatua de Bolívar en Roma. telesurtv.net El canciller, venezolano, Yvan Gil, señaló que "con los ataques al monumento a nuestro Libertador Simón Bolívar se pretende golpear a toda Latinoamérica y su ideal de libertad y soberanía".

teleSUR, DRL (2024-02-04). Presidente venezolano anuncia cambios en su gabinete. telesurtv.net Se produjeron cambios, entre otros, en las carteras de Igualdad y Género, Comunas y Comercio nacional.

teleSUR, SH (2024-02-04). Venezolanos y panameños lideran la Serie del Caribe 2024. telesurtv.net Para este domingo, los panameños se enfrentarán a la novena nicaragüense, el equipo venezolano a su similar de Puerto Rico y en el último partido se medirán mexicanos y dominicanos.

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