Monthly Archives: March 2024

2024-03-26: News Headlines

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-26). Jewish activists demand an end to Israel's genocide, occupation, apartheid. greenleft.org.au

ANDY (2024-03-26). Sunday 3/31: Ceasefire Postcards to Congress Pop-Up. indybay.org Heyma Yemeni Coffee at 1122 University Ave in Berkeley…

Phil Pasquini (2024-03-26). U-Haul Separation Wall at "Kibbutz Israel" indybay.org The exterior of the Israeli Embassy that was transformed earlier this month into "Kibbutz Israel" by human rights activists as a living reminder of the ongoing genocide in Gaza while calling for an immediate and permanent ceasefire, has been transformed yet again. In the "kibbutz" latest iteration, the embassy has utilized its leased public street curbside parking area in front of the building to block activists from view in favor of establishing a "separation wall."

Staff (2024-03-26). Venezuela's UN Ambassador: Ceasefire in Gaza is Binding for 'Israel'. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Moncada made this statement on social media, where he wrote: "Today, the UN Security Council approved a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. This is a legal order for Israel and all states in the world. Now, the US, protecting Israel, affirms that the resolution 'is not bindin…

albawaba (2024-03-26). Ismail Haniyeh set to visit Tehran today. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – According to Iranian media, Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh will be visiting the Iranian capital Tehran to hold meetings with senior officials. This counts as Haniyeh's second visit to Iran since October 7, and just a day after the United Nations Security Council adopted a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian group, Iran's official Press TV reported.Al-Aqsa Flood operation against Israel: Hamas military group announced on Oct. 7 a military operation called "Al-Aqsa Flood" against Israel which is the biggest offensive in decades.Palestinian fighters "infiltra…

Editor (2024-03-26). Juan Cole: As Israel Defies UNSC Demand for Gaza Ceasefire, UN Human Rights Body Slams Ongoing "Genocide" scheerpost.com By Juan Cole / Informed Comment Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The UN Security Council has finally passed a ceasefire resolution for Gaza, from which the US abstained, so it was passed by the other 14 members. Although UNSC resolutions are binding, and countries like Iraq and Iran have been severely punished for disobeying them, …

| Anadolu Agency | (2024-03-26). Hamas chief arrives in Iran for talks on Gaza war. tribune.com.pk Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh arrived in Tehran on Tuesday for talks with Iranian officials, the Palestinian group said. | Haniyeh's talks in Iran will focus on Israel's ongoing war on the Gaza Strip and the latest Palestinian developments, Hamas said in a statement. | The visit came one day after the UN Security Council passed a resolution demanding an immediate cease-fire in Gaza during the Islamic fasting month of Ramadan. | While Hamas welcomed the resolution, Israel rejected the cease-fire call and vowed to continue its war on the Palestinian enclave. | Read also: Hamas issues ceasefire proposal detailing ex…

| Reuters | (2024-03-26). Houthis say six ships attacked in past 72 hours. tribune.com.pk Houthi militants in Yemen said on Tuesday they had mounted six attacks on ships with drones and missiles in the last 72 hours in the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea. | The Houthis attacked the Maersk Saratoga, APL Detroit, and the Huang Pu after identifying them as either US or British, in addition to Pretty Lady ship which they claim was heading to Israel, the group's military spokesperson Yahya Sarea said in a statement. | The Houthis, who control Yemen's capital and most populous areas, have attacked international shipping in the Red Sea since November in what they say is solidarity with Palestinians, drawing…

albawaba (2024-03-26). Houthis target four American-British destroyers, pledge support for Gaza. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- In a recent press statement by Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree, it was confirmed that on the eve of the tenth year of the American-British and KSA-led military aggression, the Yemeni Armed Forces launched six military operations. These operations targeted four American and British ships, as well as two American destroyers, while also aiming at Umm Al-Rashrash, Eilat, in southern occupied Palestine.Additionally, the statement reiterated their decision to prevent ships heading to the occupied Palestinian territories from navigating.This action follows the declaration of support for Gaza by the Ho…

Abdel Bari Atwan (2024-03-26). Erdoƒüan's inaction over Gaza. thealtworld.com Verbal condemnation needs to be matched by practical measures | Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan is coming under heavy criticism in Turkey and from within his governing AK party — not to mention the opposition — these days, and his popularity in the Arab and Islamic world has been plummeting. In both cases, the reason is his failure to take practical seps to oppose Israel's war of extermination and ethnic cleansing in the Gaza Strip, in contrast to far less powerful but more principled countries like Yemen. | Erdoƒüan has, to be sure, made some strong and scathing statements…

albawaba (2024-03-26). Anger after Yemeni antiquities placed for auction in Tel Aviv. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Anger in Yemen after the exposure of Israeli stealing of Yemeni antiquities and placing them for sale in auction.The Yemeni researcher Abdullah Mohsen revealed that Israel is placing the seventh Yemeni antiquities for auction in Tel Aviv. On Monday, he posted on his Facebook a picture of an artwork saying it is now being placed for action in Israel.He wrote: "Starting yesterday, Sunday, March 24, visitors with prior appointments began visiting the Archaeological Center's auction showroom, organized by Israeli archaeologist Dr. Robert Deutsch, on the international auction platform Bidspirit, at the Dan…

albawaba (2024-03-26). American raids on Syria claim 8 soldiers in Deir ez-Zor. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- 7 Syrian soldiers and a civilian lost their lives in Deir ez-Zor as a result of American airstrikes conducted at dawn today. Reports from Syrian agencies indicate that the raids targeted various towns, villages, and military sites in the region.Official Syrian media sources confirmed the devastating toll, stating that the American bombing in eastern Syria resulted in the deaths of 7 soldiers and one civilian.Meanwhile, Israeli security sources have corroborated reports of airstrikes targeting Iranian Revolutionary Guard positions in eastern Syria. Skynews Arabia, citing Iranian sources, reported that th…

middleeasteye.net (2024-03-26). War on Gaza: 'Reasonable grounds' to believe Israel committing genocide, says UN expert UN human rights expert Francesca Albanese submitted a report to the UN Security Council on Monday, stating that Israel has committed several acts of genocide in its war on Gaza and that it should be placed under an arms embargo.

socialistworker.co.uk (2024-03-26). Israel storms the last four hospitals still open in GazaIsrael launched a deliberate assault on Gaza's remaining hospitals last week, murdering patients, workers and people sheltering in medical compounds. Zionist forces hit the areas around four hospitals—Al-Shifa and Al-Nasr in Gaza City, and Al-Amal and Nasser in Khan Younis.

truthout.org (2024-03-26). Ocasio-Cortez Condemns US Complicity in Gaza "Genocide" and "Forced Famine" Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-New York) said that Israel's siege of Gaza amounts to a "genocide" in a speech on the House floor on Friday as she condemned Israel's "forced famine" and U.S. complicity in the massacre.

truthout.org (2024-03-26). US Shift in Rhetoric Isolates Israel, But Can It Prevent the Invasion of Rafah? US Shift in Rhetoric Isolates Israel, But Can It Prevent the Invasion of Rafah?

palestinechronicle.com (2024-03-26). UN General Assembly Overwhelmingly Votes to Demand Gaza CeasefireThe text passed with 153 votes in favor, while 23 countries abstained from the vote. Israel voted against the resolution, along with eight other countries and the United States, which vetoed a similar resolution at the United Nations Security Council

aljazeera.com (2024-03-26). Israel's toxic legacy: Bombing southern Lebanon with white phosphorus Scientists, historians point to a pattern in Israel's white phosphorous use that destroyed swathes of southern Lebanon.

Lee Siu Hin, China-US Solidarity Network (2024-03-26). 3/26 LEE SIU HIN Activists Around the World Demand: Open the Rafah Crossing NOW! indybay.org Palestinian-American, Chinese-American and Egyptian activists are together in Cairo for an international humanitarian mission and to fight against the Zionist war machine paid for by the U$A…

infobrics (2024-03-26). BRICS Under Russian Chairship — Analysis. infobrics.org On 1 January 2024, the chairship of BRICS shifted from South Africa to Russia, with a full agenda in tow. BRICS, a multilateral forum of five nations — Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa — made history by accepting the applications of six other states — Argentina, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Iran, Egypt, and Ethiopia to join it, a decision taken at its 15th summit in Johannesburg in August 2023. These need to be absorbed into the grouping…

Peoples Health Dispatch (2024-03-26). Candidates in India's election must prioritize health, suggest activists. peoplesdispatch.org Health network Jan Swasthya Abhiyan recently launched the People's Health Manifesto, calling upon all parties running in India's election to commit to improve the quality and access to care in the country…

Zoe Alexandra, Walter Smolarek (2024-03-26). Venezuela's election in the crosshairs of new US regime change scheme. greenleft.org.au As Venezuela's July 28 elections approach, the United States is stepping up its campaign for regime change, report Zoe Alexandra and Walter Smolarek.

| news.desk | (2024-03-26). In a first, Saudi Arabia set to participate in Miss Universe. tribune.com.pk 27-year-old model Rumy Alqahtani is set to make history by representing Saudi Arabia at the prestigious Miss Universe pageant for the very first time, the Khaleej Times reported. | Alqahtani, a seasoned beauty pageant contestant and influencer boasting a million-strong following on Instagram, took to social media platform on Monday to share her exhilarating news. | "I am honoured to participate in the Miss Universe 2024 competition. This is the debut of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the competition," she declared in Arabic on her Instagram account. | View this post on Instagram | A post shared by rumy alqahta…

Staff (2024-03-26). President Maduro Registers Candidacy Alongside Supporters, Bomb Attack Thwarted (+Photo Gallery). orinocotribune.com This Monday, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro went to the National Electoral Council (CNE) headquarters in Caracas to formally register his candidacy for the presidential elections scheduled for July 28. He officially registered his candidacy after joining his supporters on a massive march on Bolívar Avenue in Caracas. | The Vice President of the United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV), Diosdado Cabello, followed the Electoral Processes Law by delivering the application form to nominate Maduro, issued by the CNE's automated system, to the electoral body's Board of Directors. | President Maduro thanked his P…

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-26). Climate activists Violet Coco, Brad Homewood are heroes, not criminals. greenleft.org.au

Melissa Garriga (2024-03-26). CODEPINK Organizer Booked on Felony Charges of Vandalism of Pelosi's Home. indybay.org Instead of practicing the democracy that Pelosi preaches; she instead ignores the calls for peace from the majority of her constituents and is abusing her power to have them arrested for using non-violent measures to get her attention.

MEE staff (2024-03-26). Deadly air strikes in Syria kill over a dozen including WHO worker. middleeasteye.net Deadly air strikes in Syria kill over a dozen including WHO worker | Air strikes in Deir Ezzor also killed a member of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, but no one has claimed responsibility for the attack | | A damaged building following an air strike in Syria's eastern city of Deir Ezzor, on…

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-26). Ballet Nacional de Cuba continúa temporada de Giselle. radiohc.cu La Habana, 26 mar (RHC) El Ballet Nacional de Cuba (BNC) se prepara hoy para las próximas presentaciones del clásico Giselle en la sala Avellaneda del Teatro Nacional, de esta capital, desde el jueves hasta el sábado, informó la compañía.

Staff (2024-03-26). Twelve Opposition Candidates Register for Venezuela's July 28 Presidential Elections. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( According to the CNE's electoral schedule, aspirants were required to register between March 21 and March 25. Subsequently, they will have between April 1 and April 20 to replace candidates, if necessary. On Sunday, March 24, the far-right opposition coalition Unitary Platform (PUD) publicized a request to exten…

Raúl Rodríguez (2024-03-26). Selección cubana de voleibol jugará dos amistosos con Argentina de cara a VNL. radiohc.cu La Habana, 22 mar (RHC).- La selección masculina de voleibol de Cuba, único equipo de la isla con opciones de clasificarse a Paris-2024, disputará dos amistosos contra la de Argentina con vista a la Liga de Naciones (VNL), última lid puntuable para la clasificación olímpica.

unitedEditor (2024-03-26). Iranian views on Türkiye's potential military operation in Iraq. uwidata.com As reported in Turkish and Iraqi media, Türkiye intends to launch a large-scale operation against the PKK terrorist group's positions in Iraq in the very near future. The goal of these extensive operations, the specifics of which are still undetermined, is to eradicate terrorism at its source by eliminating terrorist threats against Türkiye. Following a …

Ana Luisa Brown (2024-03-26). Cuba recognizes the work of the State Security Organs. plenglish.com Havana, Mar 26 (Prensa Latina) The president of the National Assembly of People's Power of Cuba, Esteban Lazo, today recognized the work of the State Security Organs (SSO) and their members, on occasion of the 65th anniversary of their creation.

Ana Luisa Brown (2024-03-26). Pereira improves ranking and focuses his goals towards Paris 2024. plenglish.com Beirut, Mar 26 (Prensa Latina) Cuban Andy Pereira improved two positions in the ranking and appears today in the 57th place of the World Table Tennis Tournament (WTT), in the qualifying route to Paris 2024.

albawaba (2024-03-26). Anne Hathaway listens to Lana Del Rey during Vanity fair latex shoot. albawaba.com Hollywood's own Anne Hathaway recently graced the cover of Vanity Fair, and the photoshoot was nothing short of sensational.Known for her versatile roles, from the princesses to the gritty, Hathaway has once again reinvented her image, this time by embracing a darker, more gothic persona.anne hathaway being a lana del rey fan is my roman empire

Ana Luisa Brown (2024-03-26). Cuban diplomat condemns consequences of hate speech. plenglish.com Havana, Mar 26 (Prensa Latina) The deputy director general for Latin America and the Caribbean at the Cuban Foreign Ministry, José Carlos Rodríguez, denounced today that incitement to hatred is not innocent and has consequences for nations.

albawaba (2024-03-26). Airstrike kills 9 fighters in eastern Syria. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – According to the Syrian Observatory of Human Rights, pro-Iranian fighters including a leader were killed Tuesday in air strikes in war-torn eastern Syria."Nine pro-Iranian fighters, including a leader and a Syrian, were killed and more than 20 wounded in air strikes targeting the villa they were staying in, which served as a communications center," the Observatory stated, not specifying the origin of the strike. It is believed that the death toll is likely to rise, as there was a massive number of injuries, 20+, most of whom are recorded as severe.According to Syrian government-backed media, the latest…

Ana Luisa Brown (2024-03-26). Cuba expresses condolences after terrorist attack in Russia. plenglish.com Havana, Mar 26 (Prensa Latina) Hundreds of Cubans went today to the Russian Embassy in this capital to express condolences for the victims of the terrorist act perpetrated in the Crocus City Hall concert hall in the province of Moscow.

teleSUR, JCM (2024-03-26). Venezuela rechaza injerencia de Colombia en asuntos internos. telesurtv.net Consideró un pronunciamiento de la Cancillería de Colombia sobre las elecciones en el país suramericano como un acto de grosera injerencia en asuntos que solo le competen a los venezolanos.

teleSUR, DRL (2024-03-26). Fiscalía de Venezuela confirma detención de sujetos que buscaban generar violencia. telesurtv.net El fiscal general de Venezuela, Tarek William Saab, desvinculó las detenciones de la víspera al proceso electoral en marcha.

teleSUR, MS (2024-03-26). Venezuela inscribe su equipo de esgrima para los JJ.OO París 2024. telesurtv.net Esta sería la primera vez que un trío de hermanos representará a Venezuela en una cita olímpica.

teleSUR, odr, YSM (2024-03-26). Gobernador de Anzoátegui afirma que Venezuela apuesta por la paz. telesurtv.net El gobernador afirmó que Venezuela presenta un país en paz, no solamente por la estabilidad y el funcionamiento de las instituciones.

teleSUR, JCM, MER (2024-03-26). CNE de Venezuela ofrece balance de inscripciones de candidatos para elecciones presidenciales. telesurtv.net El CNE de Venezuela indicó que son 13 los candidatos que fueron inscritos para los venideros comicios presidenciales.

teleSUR, YSM (2024-03-26). Continúan proceso de inscripción de candidatos en Venezuela. telesurtv.net El exvicepresidente del CNE, Enrique Márquez, consignó su inscripción con el partido Centrados.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-26). Escritores y artistas rinden homenaje al cine cubano. radiohc.cu La Habana, 26 mar (RHC) La Unión de Escritores y Artistas de Cuba (Uneac) ofrecerá hoy un concierto en su sede de esta capital por el aniversario 65 del Instituto Cubano de Arte e Industria Cinematográficos (Icaic).

teleSUR, DRL (2024-03-26). Líder de Hamás viaja a Irán para abordar situación en Gaza. telesurtv.net Destacó el papel de Irán, uno de los principales aliados de Hamás y líder del llamado "Eje de la Resistencia" contra Israel, conformado por Hizbulá y Yemen, entre otros.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-26). Nuevo sistema de notificaciones para alerta de gestión bancaria. radiohc.cu La Habana, 26 mar (RHC) Un nuevo sistema de notificaciones para alerta de la gestión bancaria permitirá a los clientes recibir información detallada sobre transacciones, créditos, débitos, remesas, promociones y otras cuestiones de interés, anunció Carlos Miguel Casas Sancesario, jefe de departamento de Desarrollo de Sistemas e Interoperabilidad del Banco Central de Cuba.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-03-26). Apoya Japón producción de alimentos en provincias de Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 26 mar (RHC) La cooperación japonesa con Cuba impulsa hoy proyectos en varias provincias dirigidos a fortalecer la producción de alimentos, las capacidades técnicas y la información nutricional.

teleSUR, DRL (2024-03-26). Autoridades turcas detienen 150 presuntos terroristas. telesurtv.net Durante los operativos fueron capturados 2919 sospechosos. De estos; 692 fueron detenidos. Se dictó decisión de control judicial para 531 y continúan 187 procesos judiciales.

teleSUR, JDO, MER (2024-03-26). Presidente Nicolás Maduro se inscribe ante el CNE como candidato para las elecciones del 28 de julio. telesurtv.net Entregó sus recaudos ante el Poder Electoral y presentó el Plan de la Patria, resultado de miles de asambleas populares a lo largo del país.

teleSUR, YSM (2024-03-26). Nicaragua saluda al presidente Nicolás Maduro en momentos de batalla. telesurtv.net El texto reitera las certezas de que, junto a Nicaragua, Venezuela alcanzará todas las victorias.

CADTM International (2024-03-26). Where is Zinaba? Where are the abducted Burkina Faso activists? cadtm.org

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-03-26). Hamas Chief Meets with Iranian Officials in Tehran. english.almanar.com.lb In the wake of the UN Security Council adopting a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh has traveled to Tehran for talks with senior Iranian officials. Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh was welcomed by Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian upon arrival in pic.twitter.com/wW4wkFerRx — Press TV üîª (@PressTV) March …

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-03-26). Yemeni Missiles, Drones Strike Israeli Targets in Occupied Eilat, US-UK Vessels in Red Sea. english.almanar.com.lb The spokesman of the Yemen's Armed Forces General Yahya Sarea announced on Tuesday that the Yemeni navy carried out six military operations during the past 24 hours to support Gaza and mark the tenth year of steadfastness in the face of the American-British aggression. In a statement, General Sarea indicated that a large number of …

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-03-26). Yemeni Armed Forces carried out six military operations during the past 72 hours using a large number of ballistic missiles and drones: statement. english.almanar.com.lb

newarab (2024-03-26). Hamas leader Haniyeh visits Iran after UN Gaza resolution. newarab.com Hamas political leader There is no sign of a let-up in the war in the Gaza Strip, despite the UN Security Council demanding in a resolution an "immediate ceasefire" for the ongoing Muslim holy month…

newarab (2024-03-26). Saudi female robot trained not to discuss 'sex and politics'. newarab.com A Saudi company has unveiled the country's first "She should be nice, not talking politics, not talking sex because we're in Saudi Arabia," Elie Metri, the CEO of Riyadh-based QSS AI & Robots, told Business Insider on Sunday. "It shouldn't go into those topics." | Named "Sara" by her creators, the robo…

newarab (2024-03-26). Despite civil war, Ramadan in Yemen remains a blessed affair. newarab.com Even though These time-honoured traditions, handed down over generations, continue despite the difficulties ordinary Yemenis face, including the lack…

newarab (2024-03-26). Yemen: Al-Qaeda attack kills 2 southern separatist fighters. newarab.com An attack by Al-Qaeda in southern Yemen killed at least two troops loyal to The attack, which took place late Sunday in the mountainous Wadi Omran area of

presstv.ir (2024-03-26). Yemen warns will target Saudi Arabia if Riyadh colludes with US against Sana'a. presstv.ir A senior Yemeni official says his country has warned Saudi Arabia not to allow the US fighter jets to use its airspace for strikes on Yemen in support of Israel.

presstv.ir (2024-03-26). Iran says Netanyahu taking Gaza, US interests hostage for own interests. presstv.ir Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian had a telephone conversation with the EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell.

presstv.ir (2024-03-26). Hamas chief in Tehran for talks after UN adopts ceasefire resolution. presstv.ir Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh is in Tehran for meetings with senior Iranian officials, just a day after the UN Security Council adopted a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

presstv.ir (2024-03-26). Complicit in genocide: Activists slam GoFundMe's handling of Gaza fundraisers. presstv.ir Pro-Palestine social media users are mobilizing to boycott the popular fundraising platform GoFundMe, accusing it of discriminatory practices against fundraisers for Gaza.

presstv.ir (2024-03-26). Iran slams Israel's seizure of Palestinian land in Jordan Valley. presstv.ir On March 22, Israel announced a plan to grab 800 hectares (1,977 acres) of land in the occupied West Bank.

positiveuniverse.com (2024-03-25). Please note: At about 10 minutes into the official UN video recording today, the Ambassador from the Russian Federation explains how the wording of the Security Council Ceasefire Resolution was changed just before the meeting started to weaken the language for a 'PERMANENT' ceasefire to something more contrived (a two week pause).

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2024-03-25: News Headlines

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-26). Jewish activists demand an end to Israel's genocide, occupation, apartheid. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-03-26). Climate activists Violet Coco, Brad Homewood are heroes, not criminals. greenleft.org.au

presstv.ir (2024-03-26). Iran says Netanyahu taking Gaza, US interests hostage for own interests. presstv.ir Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian had a telephone conversation with the EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell.

presstv.ir (2024-03-26). Complicit in genocide: Activists slam GoFundMe's handling of Gaza fundraisers. presstv.ir Pro-Palestine social media users are mobilizing to boycott the popular fundraising platform GoFundMe, accusing it of discriminatory practices against fundraisers for Gaza.

presstv.ir (2024-03-26). Yemen warns will target Saudi Arabia if Riyadh colludes with US against Sana'a. presstv.ir A senior Yemeni official says his country has warned Saudi Arabia not to allow the US fighter jets to use its airspace for strikes on Yemen in support of Israel.

presstv.ir (2024-03-26). Iran slams Israel's seizure of Palestinian land in Jordan Valley. presstv.ir On March 22, Israel announced a plan to grab 800 hectares (1,977 acres) of land in the occupied West Bank.

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