(2024-05-03). UN: 'Rafah incursion risks lives of hundreds of thousands'; IDF downs target at Israel's north. haaretz.com ICC prosecutor's office condemns interfering with impartiality, independence of its work, as request for arrest warrants of Israeli officials under review ‚ñ Turkey says halting trade with Israel until permanent Gaza cease-fire, free flow of aid ‚ñ NYT: U.S., Saudi Arabia may sign normalization agreement, conditioning Israel/Saudi relations on agreement for Palestinian state ‚ñ Vote on Al Jazeera ban postponed until Sunday ‚ñ Iran says released crew of Israel-linked ship seized in April…
(2024-05-03). Denver university launches tent city for Palestine. workers.org 
Denver Students set up a tent city on April 26 on the Auraria campus of Metropolitan State University in Denver. They joined the call for all universities to divest from Israel and for an end to the occupation and genocide in Gaza. At least 100 police officers stood at the . . . |
(2024-05-03). Students Of Venezuela March In Support Of Palestine. popularresistance.org University and high school students from Venezuela took the streets of Caracas to demand an end to the genocide of the Palestinian people carried out by the Zionist state of Israel. The Venezuelan students' rallies coincide with a similar student movement in the US that is facing police repression by a government that allegedly is the beacon of democracy. | More than 34,500 Palestinians have since been killed since October 7, 2023, most of them women and children, and over 77,700 are reported as injured amid mass destruction and severe shortages of basic necessities caused by the indiscriminate and criminal Israe…
(2024-05-03). As A Free Speech Organization, We Condemn Campus Crackdowns. popularresistance.org Defending Rights & Dissent condemns the crackdown taking place across campuses in the United States. Across the country, we have seen protests calling for a ceasefire and end to Israel's brutal war in Gaza. Increasingly, many of these protests have taken place on America's campuses. Since the Columbia University occupation began on April 17, protests, including encampments, have spread across college campuses as students link their opposition to Israel's war with demands for university divestment. In spite of false claims to the contrary, the protests have been overwhelmingly peaceful and nonviolent.
(2024-05-03). Exclusive: Yemen Braces For Impending Massive US-Led Air and Ground Campaign. mintpressnews.com Insider reports reveal ominous preparations for a massive military operation in Yemen, with US and UK forces backed by Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the UAE poised for aerial and ground assaults on Yemeni territory.
(2024-05-03). Overcapacity: The West's New Narrative against China. dissidentvoice.org 
This week we would like to recommend to you a Chinese song from 1967 called Bravely March On, Arab People! (•ãÂãáÂâçËøõÔºåÈòøÊã≺؉∫∫Ê∞ë) in support of the pan-Arab movement. If you don't have a lot of time, this is what you should know: For China, Iran's attack on Israel was "an act of self-defense" The West's new …
(2024-05-03). Authoritarian Ireland and the Secular Apocalypse. dissidentvoice.org 
In his book, How The Irish Saved Civilization: The Untold Story of Ireland's Heroic Role from the Fall of Rome to the Rise of Medieval Europe, Thomas Cahill shows how the Irish monks maintained European culture during the dark ages when Rome was sacked by Visigoths and its empire collapsed. In the subsequent chaos and …
(2024-05-03). Iran Blacklists UK, US Persons, Entities for Role in War on Gaza. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran imposed sanctions on a number of American and British individuals and institutions for their complicity with the Israeli regime in the brutal onslaught against the Gaza Strip.
(2024-05-03). University Investments: Divesting from the Military-Industrial Complex. counterpunch.org 
The rage and protest against Israel's campaign in Gaza, ongoing since the October 7 attacks by Hamas, has stirred student activity across a number of US university campuses and beyond. Echoes of the Vietnam anti-war protests are being cited. The docile consumers of education are being prodded and found interested. University administrators and managers are, as they always
(2024-05-03). Cuban youth call for rally in solidarity with US university students. plenglish.com Havana, May 3 (Prensa Latina) Hundreds of students of the university community in Cuba, will ratify on Friday, their rejection of the police repression against their counterparts in the United States for denouncing Israel's crimes in Palestine, the Cuban Federation of University Students (FEU, in Spanish) announced.
(2024-05-03). Resetting the War Button. counterpunch.org 
The threat of a wider war sparked by Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the Israel/Hamas war has never been as great as it is now. The world is in need of actions that will change the thirst for war to an atmosphere of peace. Normalizing relations with Cuba will create an opportunity for such change.
(2024-05-03). Convoca la FEU a acto de solidaridad con universitarios de Estados Unidos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 3 may (RHC) Cientos de estudiantes ratificarán hoy el rechazo de la comunidad universitaria en Cuba a la represión policial contra sus homólogos en Estados Unidos por denunciar los crímenes de Israel en Palestina, anunció la FEU.
(2024-05-03). Saudi Arabia intensifies crackdown on anti-Israel sentiment, arrests citizens for incendiary speech. muslimmirror.com Citizens in Saudi Arabia are facing heightened arrests due to sharing anti-Israel sentiments on social media, according to a report from Bloomberg. This surge in detentions is driven by Riyadh's concerns regarding the escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas, alongside attacks orchestrated by various Iranian proxies. The fear is that these events could trigger a …
(2024-05-03). Israel Builds 'Cyber Dome' Against Iran's Hackers. latintimes.com "It is a silent war, one which is not visible," said Aviram Atzaba, the Israeli National Cyber Directorate's head of international cooperation.
(2024-05-03). 'Remain vigilant': India issues new advisory to its citizens travelling to Iran, Israel amid conflict. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: India on Friday issued a fresh advisory for its citizens travelling to Iran or Israel, asking them to remain vigilant due to the ongoing conflict between the two nations. | Israel and Iran have allowed commercial aircraft to operate in their airspace. However, it is uncertain if the airspace will be open as long as the conflict in the area continues.In response to a media query about the travel advisory for Iran and Israel, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated, "We continue to closely monitor the situation in the region. We have also noted that Iran and Israel have open…
(2024-05-03). Netanyahu is the gift that keeps on giving — to Hamas and his racist coalition partners. haaretz.com The Israeli prime minister's tactics are clear: appease the warmongers propping up his government and intimate to Hamas that it should not agree to any deal ‚ñ Netanyahu could actually benefit from being declared a war criminal by the International Criminal Court…
(2024-05-03). Progressives Must Put Medicare For All Back On The Agenda. popularresistance.org In May 2009, Dr. Margaret Flowers, renowned single payer activist and humanist, was one of 13 single payer activists, doctors, and nurses arrested at one of the Senate Finance Committee meetings, chaired by then-Senator Max Baucus (D-Mont.), charged with reforming the U.S. health care system. The committee heard from 28 witnesses over two days representing major health care stakeholders. Missing from the lineup was even one witness in support of the obvious solution, single payer health care. As activists were hauled out of the hearing by police, one of them could be heard saying, "Why aren't single payer activis…
(2024-05-03). Over 2,000 Pro-Palestine Activists Arrested So Far in the US. telesurenglish.net The anti-war protests at over 30 American universities and colleges were going on Thursday, with further discontent sparked by the police's heavy-handed enforcement. According to the latest tally by The Associated Press, over 2,000 people have been arrested nationwide. | RELATED: | On Thursday, more than 200 people were arrested at a pro-Palestinian protest camp on campus, after refusing to leave the area as requ…
(2024-05-03). Labor Notes conference draws thousands of militant unionists. workers.org 
Chicago For decades the Labor Notes conference, organized around the slogan "put the 'movement' back in the labor movement," has attracted union activists who want to do just that. This year's conference, held in Chicago on April 19-21, drew a record 4,500 attendees. Many more workers, who could not attend . . . |
(2024-05-03). Solidarity campaign with Cuba advances in Chile. plenglish.com Santiago de Chile, May 3 (Prensa Latina) Chilean graduates from the Latin American School of Medicine (ELAM) and the Gladys Marín Foundation organized a new solidarity campaign with Cuba to raise funds.
(2024-05-03). FAO releases initiative to boost livestock in Cuba. plenglish.com Havana, May 2 (Prensa Latina) The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) announced on Thursday details of a project to update veterinary services associated with small livestock in Cuba.
(2024-05-03). Evocarán, a 65 años, primera visita de Fidel Castro a Uruguay. radiohc.cu La Habana, 3 may (RHC) La primera visita del líder cubano Fidel Castro a Uruguay, hace hoy 65 años, sigue marcando un hito en las relaciones entre ambos países.
(2024-05-03). Bob Menendez says habit of stockpiling cash comes from his family's experience in Cuba. latintimes.com The embattled senator wants a psychiatrist to testify about the habit as he faces charges of accepting bribes…
(2024-05-03). OAS calls on International Criminal Court to detain Venezuelan leaders amidst humanitarian crisis. latintimes.com An OAS panel said the orders are key to prevent crimes against humanity to continue…
(2024-05-03). Yemen Braces for Impending Massive US-Led Air and Ground Campaign. libya360.wordpress.com Ahmed Abdulkareem Senior military officials in Sana'a have informed MintPress News of ongoing military preparations by the US, UK, and Saudi-led Coalition over the past two weeks. According to these sources, there are plans to initiate a significant aerial assault on the Yemeni mainland, focusing particularly on coastal regions in the west, as well as…
(2024-05-03). Trade volume between Iran and UAE may increase this year. tvbrics.com 
The UAE is Iran's second most important trading partner after China…
(2024-05-03). The Russia—Iran—China Search for a New Global Security Order. libya360.wordpress.com Pepe Escobar While the collective west is in the grips of an existential legitimacy crisis, the RIC is devising its own security order to protect the rest of the world from the 'genocidals.' The Hegemon has no idea what awaits the Exceptionalist mindset: China has started to decisively stir the civilizational cauldron without bothering about…
(2024-05-03). 'A Matter of Respect, Sovereignty and Self-Determination'. libya360.wordpress.com Roger McKenzie and Ben Chacko SOLIDARITY: (Left to right) Mercedes Vargas Walter, Roger McKenzie, Ben Chacko Roger McKenzie and Ben Chacko talk to the new Cuban ambassador to Britain MERCEDES VARGAS WALTER about propaganda against Cuba, the illegal blockade and its effects, and the importance of international solidarity with the people of Palestine. For an…
(2024-05-03). Defiance in the Caribbean: Haiti's 2024 Uprising Against the US Empire. libya360.wordpress.com Eden Talk About HaàØti In the heart of the Caribbean, amidst the echoes of history and the fervor of change, Haiti stands as a beacon of resistance against the forces of oppression. In this groundbreaking documentary, Prof. Jemima Pierre invites viewers to delve deep into the tumultuous landscape of Haiti in 2024, where a revolution…
(2024-05-03). Preparations Made for E-Voting in Iran: Minister. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi voiced his organization's readiness to hold the upcoming run-off parliamentary elections across the country with electronic voting machines.
(2024-05-03). Iran Urges Consensus on Election of Lebanon's President. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — It is necessary for all Lebanese parties and groups to arrive at a compromise on the election of a president, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said.
(2024-05-03). Iran Attends OIC Summit in Gambia. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian left Tehran for Banjul on Friday to take part in the 15th edition of the Islamic Summit of Heads of State and Governments of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in the Gambia.
(2024-05-03). Singapore, Malaysia to get visit from US treasury official to discuss sanctions on Iran, and Russian oil. scmp.com Brian Nelson, the Treasury's undersecretary for terrorism and financial intelligence, will visit the region as Washington looks to combat funding for Iran and its proxies as well as evasion of its sanctions on Russia.
(2024-05-03). Students form a "human blockade" in front of the UC after Board of Trustees failed to hold a divestment vote. newschoolfreepress.com
(2024-05-03). Compañía cubana Ban Rarrá celebra 30 años de vida artística. radiohc.cu La Habana, 3 may (RHC) La compañía folclórica Ban Rarrá celebra sus 30 años de vida artística con el espectáculo Aniversarios, que subirá a escena durante todo este fin de semana en el habanero Teatro Nacional.
(2024-05-03). Cuba lanza nueva plataforma para gestión de visas turísticas electrónicas. radiohc.cu La Habana, 3 mayo (RHC) El ministro cubano de Turismo, Juan Carlos García, informó la víspera durante la inauguración de la 42 Feria Internacional de Turismo, FITCuba 2024, que su país implementará a partir del día 6 de mayo un nuevo sistema de visado electrónico que sustituirá la actual tarjeta de turista.
(2024-05-03). Presidente de Cuba asiste a FITCuba 2024. radiohc.cu La Habana, 3 mayo (RHC) El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, visita el polo turístico Jardines del Rey, sede de la 42 Feria Internacional de Turismo, FITCuba 2024, que sesiona desde el primero de mayo y hasta el día 5 dedicada este año a América Latina.
(2024-05-03). Tips de la Feria Internacional de Turismo de Cuba. radiohc.cu Jardines del Rey, 3 mayo (RHC) La 42 Feria Internacional de Turismo de Cuba (FITCuba 2024) tiene datos interesantes reseñados por autoridades que asisten a esta reunión, del 1 al 5 de mayo en Jardines del Rey.
(2024-05-03). Cuba: Holguín, su Loma, su cruz y sus Romerías de Mayo. radiohc.cu Holguín, 3 mayo (RHC) A la Cruz de Holguín, ciudad del oriente de Cuba, la rodea magia, embrujo, fe; ninguna otra razón puede explicar con certeza como ha logrado proteger siempre a los holguineros de infortunios y maleficios.
(2024-05-03). Presidente de México se reúne con canciller de Cuba. radiohc.cu Ciudad de México, 3 may (RHC) El presidente de México, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, y el canciller de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, sostuvieron una conversación en esta ciudad sobre mantener las relaciones de cooperación en materia de educación, salud y otros asuntos de interés público…
(2024-05-03). Potenciar el destino Cuba. radiohc.cu En uno de los destinos turísticos de sol y playa más hermoso de Cuba, el conjunto de cayos Jardines del Rey, en el centro-este del país, transcurre la cuadragésimo segunda Feria internacional del Turismo, considerada una de las bolsas más importantes del ramo en América Latina y el Caribe.
(2024-05-03). Avanza en Chile campaña Pon tu grano de amor por Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 3 may (RHC) Una nueva campaña de solidaridad, organizada por egresados de la Escuela Latinoamericana de Medicina (ELAM) y la fundación Gladys Marín, avanza hoy en Chile con el objetivo de recolectar fondos para apoyar a Cuba.
(2024-05-03). Venezuela conmemora cuarto aniversario de Operación Negro Primero. telesurtv.net Recuerdan la derrota por la unión cívico militar policial de la Operación Gedeón, para asesinar a integrantes del Gobierno Bolivariano y crear una situación de violencia.
(2024-05-03). Israel wanted to raze home of girl injured in Iran strikes. newarab.com 
(2024-05-03). Saudi cracks down on online posts against Israel's Gaza war. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia has reportedly stepped up arrests of its citizens over social media posts relating to the Saudis have been detained over online comments – some dating back a decade – amid an already restricted environment for political expression in the country, The arrests were motivated by "security concer…
(2024-05-03). Tweets or 'terrorism'?: Saudi's jailed online activists. newarab.com 
A In the past two years the Saudi judiciary has "convicted and handed down lengthy prison terms on dozens of individuals for their expression on social media", the human rights groups
(2024-05-03). US, Saudi Arabia nearing agreement on security pact: sources. newarab.com 
The Biden administration and A working draft lays out principles and proposals aimed at putting back on track a US-led effort to reshape the volatile…
(2024-05-03). South Korean 'die-in' calls for arms embargo on Israel. presstv.ir South Korea's growing weapons trade with Israel has raised concerns, particularly given Israel's alleged genocide in Gaza, with South Korea having sold over $1 billion worth of weapons to Israel in recent years.
(2024-05-03). Houthi: Yemen preparing for 'fourth phase' of Red Sea operations. presstv.ir The leader of Yemen's Ansarullah movement has vowed to escalate operations in the Red Sea until Israel ends its war in Gaza and the US stops attacking his country.
(2024-05-03). 'Saudi steps up arrests of Israel critics amid normalization prospect'. presstv.ir Saudi Arabia reportedly steps up arrests of those criticizing the Israeli regime's ongoing genocidal war on the Gaza Strip.
(2024-05-03). Chicago University joins Gaza campus protests. presstv.ir Students across the US are demanding that their universities and colleges disclose their ties to the Israeli regime, and at the same time divest from them.
(2024-05-03). Iran-Africa path toward a shared future. presstv.ir Through improving its economic footprint in Africa, Iran can be assured a reliable market for its goods.
(2024-05-03). Iran says all crew of seized ship released on 'humanitarian' grounds. presstv.ir Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Iran has released all crew members of the MSC Aries which it seized in Iranian territorial waters on a judicial order last month.
(2024-05-03). University in Tehran offers scholarship to expelled students in US, Europe. presstv.ir The second Iranian university has offered scholarships to students in the US and Europe who have been expelled for taking part in pro-Palestinian demonstrations on campuses.
(2024-05-03). Iran-linked Group Attacks Mossad Centre; Rains Al-Arqab-type Cruise Missiles On Tel Aviv | Watch. hindustantimes.com The Islamic Resistance In Iraq targeted two Israeli cities, including the capital Tel Aviv, on Thursday. It reportedly fired Iran-made Al-Arqab-style cruise missiles for the first time towards Tel Aviv. The Iran-backed militants released a video to show the missile launch but there was no footage of them landing on Israeli territory. Meanwhile, the Iran's Axis of Resistance has opened up a new front in the Middle East. The Al-Ashtar Brigades, a Bahrain-based militant group, claimed a drone attack on Israel's port city of Eilat on April 27. Watch. INTERNATIONAL NEWS…
(2024-05-03). Israeli Targets Syria Again? Damascus Says IDF Missiles Hit 'Iranian & Hezbollah' Sites | Watch. hindustantimes.com
(2024-05-03). Iran's IRGC Boasts Of Attack On Israel Again; 'Punished Tel Aviv With Only…' | Watch. hindustantimes.com
(2024-05-03). Lebanese Politician Questions Hezbollah Attacks On Israel Amid Gaza War, Says 'Bid To Help Iran…'. hindustantimes.com
The flotilla cargo ship in Istanbul (Photo credit: Medea Benjamin) Two gutsy activists from the Twin Cities flew to Istanbul, Turkey April 17 to join over three-hundred others from about 40 countries on an eleven-hundred mile voyage across the Mediterranean Sea to raise awareness and bring lifesaving aid to Gaza. Vietnam Vet and member of …