(2026-04-27). Amid Trump assassination scare, Mojtaba's top diplomat launches shock diplomacy push in Pakistan again. hindustantimes.com Following a dramatic assassination scare involving Donald Trump, Iran's top diplomat Abbas Araghchi made an urgent diplomatic push in Pakistan aimed at reducing escalating tensions. During high-level meetings with Pakistani leadership, Araghchi presented Tehran's proposal for ending the ongoing conflict and urged renewed focus on diplomacy. However, uncertainty remains over U.S. intentions after Trump abruptly scrapped a planned envoy mission, citing strategic and logistical concerns. The situation highlights deepening mistrust between global powers and the fragile state of negotiations in the Middle East.
(2026-04-27). Satellite images show scale of Israeli destruction of south Lebanon towns. aljazeera.com Satellite images taken reveal the Israeli military's massive scale of damage to towns in south Lebanon.
(2026-04-27). Lebanon reports bloodiest day since ceasefire as Israel targets Hezbollah. scmp.com Lebanon's health ministry said Israeli strikes on the country's south on Sunday killed 14 people, the deadliest day since a ceasefire in the Israel-Hezbollah war came into force over a week ago. | It came as Israel and the Iran-backed group traded fresh accusations of breaching the fragile truce, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu saying the military was "vigorously" targeting Hezbollah and the group vowing to keep responding to "violations".
(2026-04-27). Iran gives U.S. new proposal on reopening Strait of Hormuz as FM meets Putin in Russia, reports say. haaretz.com
(2026-04-27). UAW Region 6 & UAW 4811 Endorsement of Scott Wiener Challenged at Mahmoud Khalil Panel. indybay.org At a panel with Columbia Palestinian UAW2710 member Mahmoud Khalil, a participant questioned why UAW Region 6 and UAW 4811 are supporting Congressional Candidate Scott Wiener who has supported the genocide in Gaza and continued economic and military funding of the Israel and the IDF.
(2026-04-27). Sunday 5/31: Doctors Against Genocide (DAG) Weekly Webinar. indybay.org
(2026-04-27). Iran proposes deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, defer nuclear talks: report. geo.tv 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Field Marshal Asim Munir welcome Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi upon his arrival, in Rawalpindi, April 25, 2026. — Reuters Araghchi 'raised plan' to defer nuclear talks in Islamabad meetings.Tells mediators…
(2026-04-27). Iranian foreign minister heads to Russia, Trump says 'call us' to negotiate. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump said Iran could telephone if it wants to negotiate an end to their two-month war, as Tehran's foreign minister landed in Russia on Monday to seek support from President Vladimir Putin. | Hopes of reviving peace efforts receded on Saturday when Trump scrapped a visit to Islamabad by his envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi shuttled to and from mediators Pakistan and Oman on Sunday before flying to Russia, with the two sides still seemingly far apart on issues including Iran's nuclear ambitions and access through the crucial Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-27). Iranian FM says discussions in Oman include ways to ensure safe transit through Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi said midnight Sunday that the discussions he had earlier in Muscat with Omani officials included ways to ensure safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-27). Iran foreign minister arrives in Russia as US talks remain stalled. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's foreign minister arrived in Russia on Monday as peace efforts between Tehran and Washington hung in the balance, following a flurry of regional diplomacy and the collapse of planned talks in Pakistan. | Abbas Araghchi arrived in Saint Petersburg, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said on Telegram, where he is expected to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. | It comes after Araghchi visited Oman between trips to Islamabad, as mediators push to keep peace talks between Tehran and Washington alive. | On Saturday, US President Donald Trump scrapped a planned trip to Islamabad by his envoys Steve Witkoff…
(2026-04-27). Is Iran Seeking Protection or Power Through Russia and China? thinktank.pk As military pressure, economic sanctions, and diplomatic isolation intensify in 2026, Iran's renewed outreach to Russia and China is not merely symbolic diplomacy—it is a strategic survival calculation. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi's diplomatic shuttle through Pakistan and Oman before heading to Moscow for talks with President Vladimir Putin highlights Tehran's urgent search for geopolitical …
(2026-04-27). Resolution for UAW Convention: "Against the US—Israeli Imperialist War on Iran—For the Independent Mobilization of the Working Class" wsws.org This is the text of a resolution introduced by UAW presidential candidate Will Lehman at a meeting of UAW Local 677 in Macungie, Pennsylvania.
(2026-04-27). A Quicksand Feeling: How Iraq has been Roiled by the Israel-US War on Iran. juancole.com Tulsa, OK (Special to Informed Comment) — I taught at an international school in Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq from 2011 to 2013. I returned to the Kurdish region to teach at a university in Sulaimaniyah from 2015 to 2021. I traveled to Baghdad several times to speak at conferences, train teachers for Iraq's Ministry of Higher Education, and recruit students. Watching war in a country you used to call home from a county you now call home is a quicksand feeling, threatening to suck you under. | When Iran, Israel, and the U.S. fight, their conflict plays out in Iraq. Pro-Tehran armed groups and Iran's Revolutionary…
(2026-04-27). International flotilla carrying aid to Gaza sets sail from Italy. radiohc.cu The "Global Resilience Flotilla" has completed its preparations in Italy and has set sail this Sunday on a mission to break the Israeli blockade of the Gaza Strip and deliver humanitarian aid to the population. | According to the flotilla's spokesperson, Elena Dalia, explained that approximately 65 vessels are participating, which could lengthen the process before the official departure. | Dalia noted that the first destination will be Greece, amidst the complexities of the geopolitical landscape in the Mediterranean stemming from the conflict between the United States and Israel against Iran. | She also said tha…
(2026-04-27). Iran's FM conveys conditions for ending war to Pakistan ⚪ Tasnim News Agency. ecns.cn Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharifholds talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi in Islamabad, Pakistan, on April 25, 2026..
(2026-04-27). Can Pakistan Turn Peace Talks Into Financial Relief? thinktank.pk Pakistan's involvement in the US-Iran dialogue in 2026 has quietly emerged as one of its most significant diplomatic moves in recent years. By positioning itself as a facilitator between Washington and Tehran, Islamabad is attempting to convert geopolitical relevance into tangible economic and political rewards. At a time when its economy remains under pressure and …
(2026-04-27). The minilateralist incentive: a climate change conference in Colombia. onlineopinion.com.au From failed climate summits to energy shock: the Iran war is succeeding where COP negotiations haven't.
(2026-04-27). Thursday 5/21: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-04-27). Gaza: Aseel's journey back to hope. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Highlights of ICRC Activities in Venezuela and the Caribbean in 2025. icrc.org Strengthening our humanitarian presence in Venezuela and The Caribbean…
(2026-04-27). Did US journalists loot wine during shooting scare? Viral videos show bottles taken from gala | Trump. hindustantimes.com Chaos at the White House Correspondents' Dinner turned surreal as a brief shooting scare involving Donald Trump triggered panic—while viral videos showed journalists fleeing with food and wine, sparking a "Wine Gate" controversy. Pre-event remarks by press secretary Karoline Leavitt about "shots fired" added an eerie twist, as the FBI now probes the incident amid global scrutiny.
(2026-04-27). North Korea's Kim vows continued support for Russia at memorial for fallen troops. scmp.com North Korean leader Kim Jong-un said his country would continue to support Russia's policies and he discussed the international political situation with Russia's defence minister, state media KCNA reported on Monday. | A Russian delegation including Defence Minister Andrei Belousov attended a completion ceremony for a ‚Äå‚Äåmemorial honouring North Korean soldiers killed while fighting in Russia's Kursk region, where Ukrainian forces staged an incursion in 2024, KCNA said.
(2026-04-27). Hong Kong to ban alternative tobacco use in public from April 30. ecns.cn Hong Kong will ban the use of alternative tobacco products such as e-cigarettes and heated tobacco in public places starting April 30, officials said, adding the move is unlikely to affect tourism.
(2026-04-27). Mexican representative to the OAS rejects alleged violations of labor rights of Cuban doctors. radiohc.cu Following the presentation of the report "Labor Rights of Healthcare Personnel in Medical Missions from Cuba" by the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR), Mexico's representative to the Organization of American States (OAS), Alejandro Encinas, expressed reservations about its conclusions this Friday and defended the working conditions of Cuban doctors in Mexico.
(2026-04-27). Wisconsin: May Day 2026 Actions Statewide (City Listings). wibailoutpeople.org 
Use this link to find a May Day 2026 action: | Citywide walkout by students April 24, 2026 in Milwaukee. / Photo: @wi.bopm | Citywide walkout by students in Milwaukee April 24, 2026. / Photo: @wi.bopm…
(2026-04-27). Participants at Shanghai seminar refute illegal South China Sea arbitration award. ecns.cn SHANGHAI, April 26 ⚪ Participants at a special seminar held in east Chinas Shanghai on Sunday refuted the"Arbitral Award on the South China Sea, "stressing that it is illegal, null and void, and non-binding, ignores historical facts.
(2026-04-27). Brazilian Workers' Party leader highlights motion of solidarity with Cuba. radiohc.cu Brazilian Senator Humberto Costa, Secretary of International Relations for the Workers' Party (PT) of Brazil, highlighted the approval of a motion of solidarity with Cuba during the 8th National Congress of that political organization. | Speaking to Prensa Latina during the event, which concludes this Sunday after three days of debate, the leader emphasized the importance of the gathering not only for the party, but also in a regional and international context marked by significant political processes. | "The Congress has been very important, not only for the PT, because this year we have elections that are very…
(2026-04-27). May Day 2026 Events in Minneapolis/MN. wibailoutpeople.org Minnesotans have shown the world how to stand up against attacks on our neighbors over the last four months. On May 1st, International Workers' Day, we're going to come together throughout the day to stand up to ICE and the billionaires running our country and demand justice for immigrants, workers and ALL Minnesotans. MORNING: WORKERS …
(2026-04-27). China delivers largest domestically built LNG carrier. ecns.cn China on Sunday delivered its first domestically designed and built 180,000-cubic-meter liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier, marking a major breakthrough in the country's high-end clean energy shipbuilding sector.
(2026-04-27). Kuwait Airways resumes flights as airport operations normalize. ecns.cn KUWAIT CITY, April 26 ⚪ Kuwait Airways said Sunday that operations at Terminal 4 of Kuwait International Airport are running smoothly, as the national carrier resumed flights following the reopening of the countrys airspace.
(2026-04-27). Netanyahu's biggest rivals join forces for Israel's coming election. scmp.com Two of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's most formidable political rivals said on Sunday they were joining forces in a bid to oust his coalition government in the coming election expected later this year. | The former prime ministers – right-wing Naftali Bennett and centrist Yair Lapid – issued statements announcing the merger of their parties, Bennett 2026 and There is a Future.
(2026-04-27). May Day Strong 2026 Events Nationwide (City Listings). wibailoutpeople.org 
Citywide walkout by students in Milwaukee April 24, 2026. / Photo: @wi.bopm…
(2026-04-27). Egypt, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan: A Necessary Alliance Against Israeli Lawlessness. unitedworldint.com/feed/ The convergence of these nations' interests, coupled with the retreat of traditional powers from regional security management, will breathe life into such an alliance. A few years ago, even the most optimistic observers would not have dared to imagine the Middle East, or the Islamic world at large, witnessing an alliance between its traditional or …
(2026-04-27). Give it a Rest George Monbiot: Decades of Hysterical Climate and Net Zero Fearmongering Have Left You Terminally Confused. wattsupwiththat.com Few mainstream media operations seek to provide a balanced debate on climate change and Net Zero, but those that do such as Talk and GB News struggle to find opposing voices to appear with anyone who disputes the 'settled' narrative. All except Jim Dale, with his word-salad 'whack-a-mole' claims of imminent climate Armageddon. Like many of Monbiot's past claims, they are truly some of the great comedy gifts of our time.
(2026-04-27). Homophobia Taints Criminal Prosecutions in Kazakhstan. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Kazakhstan's national flag in Astana, January 13, 2023. | © 2023 Turar Kazangapov/Reuters | On April 22, courts in Kazakhstan delivered guilty verdicts in two unrelated criminal cases. Though the cases are distinct, they share commonalities: both defendants are outspoken advocates for the rights of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) people in Kazakhstan and how the authorities handled each case raises concerns that homophobia and retaliation were factors in the defendants' treatment and prosecution.Zhanar Sekerbaeva, cofounder of the feminist group Feminita, was found g…
(2026-04-27). Exactly half a year before Election Day, the campaign begins now. haaretz.com Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid made the impression that a merger was off the table for the upcoming election — until reality forced their hand. With Gadi Eisenkot expected to join the fold, the trio is finding — for now — that they agree on more than they differ…
(2026-04-27). UN Security Council: Safety and security of humanitarian personnel. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the UN Security Council briefing on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, New York.
(2026-04-27). National Day of Action to Stop ICE – Part of Weekly Demonstrations in Front of SF Tesla. indybay.org Protesting Trump's continual violation of rights, his concentration camps, the family separations, and his contempt for the Constitution…
(2026-04-27). Friday 5/22: The F I X documentary. indybay.org 1224 K. St. Downtown Modesto California.
(2026-04-27). Saturday 4/25: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "Al-Nakba: The Palestinian catastrophe" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nJTA……
(2026-04-27). Magnitude 6.2 quake on Hokkaido island latest to shake Japan. geo.tv 
(2026-04-27). Stitching a better future. ecns.cn In late February, as winter still clung to the mountains of Mabian, an Yi autonomous county in southwestern Sichuan province, Qiaojin Shuangmei carefully packed 15 sets of Yi embroidery for her trip to Beijing.
(2026-04-27). Powerful earthquake of 6.2 magnitude strikes Japan's Hokkaido Island days after 7.7 magnitude. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: According to the US Geological Survey, the earthquake struck about 18 km west of the town of Sarabetsu on Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost main island, at a depth of 81 km. The USGS estimated its magnitude at 6.1. Japan is highly prone to earthquakes, and such events occur frequently, so authorities closely track them for aftershocks or related risks. | This tremor came just a week after a stronger 7.7 magnitude quake led officials to warn of a slightly increased risk of a potential megaquake along the country's northeastern coast.Several port towns, including Otsuchi and Kamaishi, ordered thousands…
(2026-04-27). Friday 5/1: May Day Party: A Fundraiser for Artists Unite for Palestine and Pal2Eire. indybay.org Hummingbird House | 2976 24th St, San Francisco, CA…
(2026-04-27). Dragonfly soars with three top honors as Beijing film fest ends. ecns.cn Renowned Hong Kong filmmaker and action choreographer Yuen Woo-pingreceives the Lifetime Achievement Award on Saturday at the closing ceremony of the 16th Beijing International Film Festival.
(2026-04-27). 5.3-magnitude quake hits near east coast of Honshu, Japan ⚪ GFZ. ecns.cn BEIJING, April 27 ⚪ An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.3 jolted near east coast of Honshu, Japan at 1657 GMT on Sunday, the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences said.
(2026-04-27). Festive tunes echo between China and Brazil amid ethnic celebrations. ecns.cn A Chinese folk song echoed across the stage, its melody carried through the air. Drawn by the rhythm, Brazilian musicians began to dance while Chinese attendees stepped closer to the stage. Within moments, a circle formed, and the crowd swayed together to the same beat.
(2026-04-27). Woman alleges strip-search by Shenzhen police, sparking online criticism. ecns.cn A woman who was involved in a dispute over stopping public smoking at a bus stop in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen has alleged she was subjected to a full strip-search by Shenzhen police, sparking public outrage and raising questions about law enforcement practices.
(2026-04-27). Tuesday 4/28: Briefing — Stop Ignoring Lebanon and its People. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/cwgrTq0……
(2026-04-27). 5.9 -magnitude earthquake hits NORTHWEST OF KURIL ISLANDS – EMSC. ecns.cn 5.9-magnitude earthquake hits NORTHWEST OF KURIL ISLANDS-EMSC.
(2026-04-27). ASEAN officials convene to address Middle East energy supply risks. ecns.cn The Philippines, this year's chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), convened senior officials to assess the impact of the evolving Middle East situation on global and regional energy markets, focusing on oil and gas supply stability, price volatility and potential supply chain disruptions, the Department of Energy said on Sunday.
(2026-04-27). The Kermanshah airport in Iran announced that flights would resume starting on Monday, April 27. ecns.cn The Kermanshah airport in Iran announced that flights would resume starting on Monday, April.
(2026-04-27). U.S. shooting bares security vulnerabilities. ecns.cn The shooting on Saturday night of a Secret Service agent at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner raises questions yet again about security at a time of increased political violence.
(2026-04-27). NASW, in Coalition, Stands with Southern Poverty Law Center. wibailoutpeople.org 
By Mel Wilson, NASW Senior Policy Advisor The Trump administration's Department of Justice (DOJ) on April 21 announced the indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). This is an unfortunate but not surprising turn of events. Not surprising because of the Trump administration's well-known pattern of hostility to historical civil rights laws and protections. That …
(2026-04-27). Series of visits shows Beijing's anchoring role. ecns.cn There was a diplomatic whirl in Beijing over the past two weeks, as a steady stream of high-level visitors traveled to China — an unusually intensive diplomatic scheduling at a time when the conflicts in the Middle East have hit energy security and the sluggish world economy.
(2026-04-27). Harvard Academic Workers-UAW leaders sabotage strike of non-tenure-track faculty. wsws.org In a flagrant violation of democratic principles, the HAW-UAW bargaining committee has unilaterally called off plans for a spring strike, overriding a clear mandate from the membership…
(2026-04-27). DOG-EAT-DOG: How Selfishness Became a Virtue and Why It Will Kill Us. indybay.org Selfishness is not strength. Empathy is not weakness. This post traces how Ayn Rand's fascination for a psychopath became a political program and culture that is now dismantling democracy and the planet.
(2026-04-27). Southern Poverty Law Center: A beacon of hope, fighting white supremacy and various forms of injustice for 55 years! wibailoutpeople.org For 55 years, the Southern Poverty Law Center has stood as a beacon of hope, fighting white supremacy and various forms of injustice to help create a multiracial democracy where we can all live and thrive. Today calls for us to maintain our resolve in the face of another fight for justice. We are confident that we will …
(2026-04-27). 1 in 3 Americans cannot afford healthcare without cutting essentials. wsws.org Decades of bipartisan healthcare policies have gutted social protections, pushing workers into insecurity, high costs and limited access to medical care.
(2026-04-27). Wednesday 5/27: Picket & Pray. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/tU6krXE_RRGWnxK……
(2026-04-27). San Clemente Residents Fight Back Against Border Patrol Anduril Tower. indybay.org On Tuesday April 28, residents of San Clemente will hold a town hall meeting to respond to the City Council's January 2026 decision to allow U.S. Customs and Border Patrol to deploy an Anduril surveillance tower on a ridge above the beachside town for up to twenty years for a one-time $10 rental fee.
(2026-04-27). Emergency Forest Defense: Lompico Headwaters Monday April 27, Tuesday April 28 ++? indybay.org Healthy Riparian and Steep Slope trees under attack by PG$E and subcontractors | Need Videographers, Witnesses, Tree Sitters 8am-4pm+ Monday, Tuesday, maybe rest of week | PG$E Tree Massacres in Lompico north of Felton, Santa Cruz Mountains…
(2026-04-27). Southern Africa Airlines Association warns of possible jet fuel shortage beyond May. ecns.cn The Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA) has warned of potential jet fuel supply constraints beyond next month, citing continued uncertainty in global energy markets driven by the conflict in the Middle East.
(2026-04-27). Can the War Machine be Shut Down? juancole.com (
(2026-04-27). Lake City ammunition strike in Missouri enters fourth week: Why the fight against Olin Winchester requires a struggle against imperialist war. wsws.org The Pentagon is demanding uninterrupted production at Lake City to hoard vast supplies of small-arms ammunition in preparation for the bloody ground wars to come.
(2026-04-27). Near-miss at UPS's Worldport, site of deadly crash last November, part of worsening aviation safety crisis. wsws.org On April 14, a collision was narrowly avoided between a cargo jet and a smaller aircraft at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport in Louisville, Kentucky.
(2026-04-27). Tuesday 5/5: San Francisco Board of Supervisors, District 4 Candidate Forum | ‰∏âËó©Â∏ÇÁ¨¨ÂõõÂçÄÂ∏ÇÂèɉ∫ãÂÄôÈÅ∏‰∫∫Ë´ñ£á. indybay.org A.P. Giannini Middle School, 3151 Ortega St, San Francisco, CA 94122…
(2026-04-27). A coal miner's daughter tells the story of a hard hit people. wibailoutpeople.org "There's a big misconception that poor white people are Trump's base." That's a quote from the new book by Beth Howard, "Song For a Hard-Hit People: A Memoir of Antiracist Solidarity From a Coal Miner's Daughter." She says of the book: "In the midst of divisive rhetoric, violent repression, and grifters writing elegies, may this …
(2026-04-27). Rockets thrash LeBron's Lakers; Wembanyama triumphant on Spurs' return. aljazeera.com Spurs beat Trail Blazers 114—93 series lead as DPOY Wembanyama returns from concussion protocol.
(2026-04-27). Trump seeks to profit politically from attack in Washington hotel. wsws.org The gunman who targeted the White House Correspondents Association dinner was tackled and subdued by Secret Service agents before even reaching the floor at which Trump and other administration officials were schmoozing with media proprietors and journalists.
(2026-04-27). China retains stable supply of fertilizers. ecns.cn Rising tensions in the Middle East could drive up costs for Chinas agricultural sector by hiking global energy and fertilizer prices, although the countrys domestic food supply remains stable, according to officials and industry experts.
(2026-04-27). Thursday 4/30: Golden Gate Bridge May Day Promo Protest. indybay.org Golden Gate Bridge North Vista Point…
(2026-04-27). Sunday 5/17: VFHL Online Film Salon: "Enduring Palestine: Erasure and Cultural Resistance" indybay.org Zoom | Tinyurl.com/VFHL-May2026…
(2026-04-27). Taiwan court hands down jail terms in TSMC trade secrets case. aljazeera.com Ex-Tokyo Electron employee sentenced to 10 years, four other defendants receive between 10 months and six years.
(2026-04-27). Sunday 4/26: Human Rights in the African Diaspora. indybay.org Florin Square (Obama Room) 2251 Florin Road Sacramento | 2251 Florin Road, Sacramento, CA 95822…
(2026-04-27). Friday 5/1: May Day: Shutdown the War Economy @ General Dynamics. indybay.org General Dynamics, 190 Foss Creek Circle, Healdsburg…
(2026-04-27). Why the UK and EU Keep Doubling Down on Net Zero Dogma in the Face of Spiralling Economic Dysfunction. wattsupwiththat.com Freely chosen economic illiteracy, like other ideological afflictions, appears immune to correction by experience. The hangman's noose may concentrate some minds, but in Westminster and Brussels, the noose is worn as a fashion accessory.
(2026-04-27). DJI-Insta360 rivalry, nuclear hint for China's next carrier: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. As DJI duels Insta360, China sharpens global hardware edge amid US scrutiny | 2. Did China just hint that its next aircraft carrier will be nuclear-powered? | 3. Reverend Derek Li, father of injured Hong Kong Mirror dancer Mo Li, dies…
(2026-04-27). Book banning in the US: The right-wing effort to inoculate the population against critical thought. wsws.org This is a concerted, organized campaign driven by ultra-right elements dedicated to forcing their anti-democratic and unpopular views on a largely unsuspecting public.
(2026-04-27). Leidesdorff Plaza – Diamond Jubilee rekindles the "Continuum" of California 175. indybay.org California 175 – Leidesdorff Plaza, Diamond Jubilee offers a special "continuum" of dedication to utilizing unsurpassed world class standards and practices of historical preservation that will be appreciated by distant world cultural tourists reconnecting to an authentic global story, the California Gold Rush.
(2026-04-27). Friday 5/29: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-04-27). Russia launches Progress MS-34 cargo spacecraft to ISS. ecns.cn Russia on Saturday launched the Progress MS-34 cargo spacecraft to the International Space Station (ISS), carrying more than 2.5 tonnes of supplies.
(2026-04-27). Mamdani's pension deferral plan advances Wall Street austerity agenda. wsws.org Zohran Mamdani, the pseudo-left mayor of New York City, has proposed delaying the city's contributions to city workers' pension fund as a way of partly balancing the city budget.
(2026-04-27). Why Is Chinese State Media Targeting Europe's Strategic Autonomy? thinktank.pk As geopolitical tensions deepen in 2026, Chinese state-affiliated media outlets such as Global Times have intensified efforts to frame Europe as strategically weak, economically declining, and manipulated by Washington. In its recent editorial rhetoric, Global Times has pushed the argument that Europe is trapped in "pseudo-autonomy," suggesting that the European Union's security and economic policies …
(2026-04-27). Will China's Calculated Patience win the Middle East? juancole.com By | (
(2026-04-27). When geography breaks: Gulf Cooperation Council aviation in an era of corridor instability. onlineopinion.com.au Geography was destiny. Now politics decides the flight path, and the Gulf's hub model is under pressure.
(2026-04-27). Is Trump's Survival Story Becoming His Most Powerful Campaign Weapon? thinktank.pk On April 25, 2026, a night intended to showcase the traditional intersection of politics, media, and power transformed into a national security crisis when gunfire erupted during the White House Correspondents' Dinner. President Donald Trump, alongside the First Lady, Vice President, and senior Cabinet members, was swiftly evacuated after what officials described as an assassination …
(2026-04-27). Monday 5/11: FREE screening of the documentary. indybay.org 1924 Cedar Street, in Berkeley…
(2026-04-27). Pacific Island economies hit hard by war on Iran. wsws.org Fuel, electricity and food prices are rising rapidly in impoverished Pacific countries including Papua New Guinea and Fiji, paving the way for a resurgence of class struggles.
(2026-04-27). Rank-and-file candidate for United Auto Workers president, Will Lehman, introduces resolution against Iran war. wsws.org The resolution gives expression to the broad and growing opposition among workers to the war, which is backed by the UAW apparatus.
(2026-04-27). This week in history: April 27-May 3. wsws.org Global repression against May Day rallies; Italian parliament dissolved after bribe scandal; Iran nationalizes oil industry under Mossadegh; British unions call General Strike…
(2026-04-27). Police in India arrest hundreds in bid to suppress mounting worker unrest. wsws.org Police from the state of Uttar Pradesh are fanning out across the country to arrest political activists simply for being present at the recent workers' protests near New Delhi.
(2026-04-27). Injured Fiji police officer in checkpoint incident 'is my daughter', says Tikoduadua. asiapacificreport.nz By Anish Chand in Suva Fiji Minister for Defence and Veterans Affairs Pio Tikoduadua has confirmed that a police officer seriously injured during a checkpoint incident in Laqere is his daughter. In a statement, Tikoduadua said the incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday at a joint checkpoint involving the Fiji Police Force and…
(2026-04-27). 9 people injured in shooting near U.S. Indiana University. ecns.cn NEW YORK, April 26 ⚪ At least nine people were injured in a mass shooting near Indiana University in Bloomington, the U.
(2026-04-27). Saturday 5/2: Webinar: Winning Divestment For Palestine at the State Level in the US. indybay.org Zoom | actionnetwork.org/events/webinar-winning……
(2026-04-27). Sunday 5/3: The Sojourner's Concert: A Tapestry of Yoruba Motifs by Akindele Bankole. indybay.org Peace United Church, 900 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060…
(2026-04-27). Sudan: the human cost of three years of war. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). The UK Base used for Iran ops is burning, and US military is now moving airpower into Gulf. hindustantimes.com
(2026-04-27). $16 Trillion Tech Week Could Decide the Market's Next Move. indybay.org
(2026-04-27). Blaise Matuidi teams up with the ICRC to protect health-care workers in conflict ZONEs. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Communication Campaign in Lebanon. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Empress Shōken Fund announces 2026 funding decisions. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Thursday 5/7: California Superintendent of Public Instruction Candidate Forum. indybay.org
(2026-04-27). Buried Wars: Landmines Shatter Iraq's Childhood Dreams. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Lebanon: ICRC outraged by deadly strikes in densely populated areas. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Cameroon: the struggle to access safe drinking water in Kerawa and Kolofata. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). China: Addressing complex humanitarian and security challenges in Africa needs all-inclusive approach. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Call for entries for the 16th Humanitarian Visa d'or award. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Lebanon: Maintaining water and essential lifelines as hostilities disrupt essential services. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Violence against health care and facility damage in Bangladesh- a baseline Study. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Palantir, un plan para forjar un Occidente tecnofascista. indybay.org
(2026-04-27). Minneapolis: Thousands of Members of UNITE HERE Local 17 Planning May Day 2026 Actions (Picket Lines and More). wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-04-27). Health Care in Danger Regional ASIA PACIFIC Meeting 2021. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Lebanon: Operational Facts and Figures – 2026. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Jordan: Facts and Figures – January to December 2025. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Iran: ICRC delivers the first batch of emergency relief items to Iranian Red Crescent Society. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Mass shooting near Indiana University injures 9, no arrests made yet – reports. ecns.cn
(2026-04-27). ICRC president: Patterns of warfare that disregard human life and dignity cannot continue as Sudan war enters fourth year. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Visit of the ICRC Regional Director helped strengthen the dialogue on humanitarian cooperation in Africa. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Afghanistan: Humanitarian assistance to conflict-affected communities in Nuristan Province. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). The Health Care in Danger initiative. icrc.org
(2026-04-27). Tras su visita a Islamabad, canciller iraní llega a Rusia en vista oficial. cubadebate.cu El canciller de Irán, Abbas Araghchi, ha llegado a la norteña ciudad rusa de San Petersburgo para una visita oficial en medio de la incertidumbre que vive el país persa por el conflicto con EE.UU. y estancamiento del proceso de negociación. El presidente ruso, Vladímir Putin, tiene previsto reunirse con el diplomático persa.
(2026-04-27). Raidel Martínez sigue con el brazo pesado en la liga japonesa. cubadebate.cu El criollo Raidel Martínez sigue indescifrable, y este domingo se acreditó su séptimo rescate de la campaña, en el triunfo 4×1 de los Gigantes de Yomiuri sobre las Estrellas de DeNA, en la Liga Profesional Japonesa de Beisbol.
(2026-04-27). Cuba implementa una transformación de las unidades presupuestadas: Puntos claves del decreto 127. cubadebate.cu El tema del decreto es que ordena. Es una norma de superior jerarquía que permite también transparentar un grupo de procesos que en el año que va a empezar a cursar, a partir de que entre en vigor el próximo 8 de mayo el decreto. Comienza todo un proceso de perfeccionamiento de las unidades presupuestadas.
(2026-04-27). El robo, el aceite y la falta de electricidad (+ Video). cubadebate.cu En los últimos meses, un crimen silencioso ha ido ganando terreno en todo el país: el robo de aceite dieléctrico, un insumo vital para el funcionamiento de los transformadores eléctricos que alimentan a miles de hogares, hospitales, escuelas y otras instalaciones esenciales. Este delito no solo destruye equipos de infraestructura crítica, sino que está dejando a miles de cubanos sin electricidad y, lo que es más grave, afecta la estabilidad económica del país.
(2026-04-27). Chinese designs in Milan feature blending, reinterpreting, innovating. ecns.cn A 3D-printed design by Tongji University is seen during the 64th Salone del Mobile at Fiera Milano Rho exhibition center in Milan, Italy, April 22, 2026..
(2026-04-26). Trump is between Zionist cunning and Iranian cleverness, facing two choices: either leaving power or leaving life. thealtworld.com What was the "biggest mistake" he made that put him in danger? | Observing the "fragile" condition of calm around the American-Israeli aggression against Iran suggests that President Donald Trump wishes to escape the war quagmire that Benjamin Netanyahu and his administration have thrown him into. | in any manner and as soon as possible, since he understands that all the strategies he has employed—such as intensifying threats to the point of exaggeration—have failed to terrorise the Iranian leadership and compel it to make significant concessions, particularly regarding the nuclear issue. Rather, they…
(2026-04-26). Israeli strikes kill 14 in deadliest day in Lebanon since truce. newarab.com 
It came as Israel and Hezbollah traded fresh accusations of breaching the fragile truce, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu saying the military was "vigorously" targeting Hezbollah and the group vowing to keep responding to "violations". | Israel…
(2026-04-26). Hezbollah: Targeting IDF to Israeli cease-fire violations. haaretz.com Hezbollah said it 'continued targeting of Israeli enemy positions on our occupied land and shelling enemy settlements in northern occupied Palestine,' saying the strikes are a legitimate response to Israel's 'persistent violations of the cease-fire'…
(2026-04-26). Here's how Lebanon can escape the US-Israeli peace process trap. newarab.com 
The controversial Direct talks were requested before the current war by Lebanon as part of the government's strategy of asserting sovereignty through state monopoly over arms and pursuing negotiations that reflect the national interest independently from Iran. | The request was made again through a renewed initiative by Beirut after the war. But in the six weeks pr…
(2026-04-26). FO Talks: Why the Iran Ceasefire Solves Nothing in Israel—Hezbollah War. fairobserver.com Editor-in-Chief Atul Singh and Josef Olmert, a former Israeli government official and Middle East scholar, discuss the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, and the unresolved questions it leaves behind. The truce may reduce immediate fighting in southern Lebanon, but Olmert argues that it has not settled the strategic contest. Instead, the discussion moves from…
(2026-04-26). Israel gives warning to seven towns beyond Lebanon 'buffer zone'. newarab.com 
A spokesperson for the Israeli military said in a statement on X that Lebanese armed group
(2026-04-26). Israel issues forced evacuation orders for southern Lebanon in escalation. aljazeera.com Hezbollah rejects allegations from Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu that it is undermining the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.
(2026-04-26). Abbas loyalists sweep Palestinian elections, including some seats in Gaza. aljazeera.com Voter turnout in Gaza remained low due to the ongoing impact of the genocide.
(2026-04-26). Is the Strait of Hormuz Iran's most powerful Deterrent? juancole.com The Conversation) — One of the US and Israel's justifications for launching the war on Iran was to ensure the regime in Tehran could never possess nuclear weapons, the ultimate deterrent against external attack. But the main lesson that has been taken from the war, according to some commentators, is that
(2026-04-26). Trump pulled offstage amid gunfire. tribune.com.pk 
The cavernous ballroom of the Washington Hilton suddenly fell into stunned silence as sharp cracks echoed through the hall, interrupting polite laughter and clinking cutlery, before panicked cries of "get down, get down!" sent hundreds of black-tie guests diving beneath tables in a scene of chaos. | Moments earlier, President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump had been seated on stage at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, engaging with entertainer Oz Pearlman, when the commotion at the rear of the room triggered confusion that quickly escalated into alarm. | Guests, initially unsure whether the noi…
(2026-04-26). El Gamal family being returned to Colorado following judicial order blocking deportation. wsws.org ICE re-detained Hayam El Gamal and her five children during what was supposed to be a check-in, escalating the Trump administration's campaign of collective punishment.
(2026-04-26). Talks in Pakistan on hold as top diplomat leaves Islamabad and envoys are a no-show. haaretz.com Negotiations were meant to follow prior talks between the U.S. and Iran, but Iranian officials have questioned how they can trust the U.S. after its forces started blockading Iranian ports in response to Iran's grip on the Strait of Hormuz…
(2026-04-26). Leftists Fake Tears About High Energy Prices, But Ignore the Foreign-Funded Lawfare. wattsupwiththat.com There's an invisible hand reaching into America's pocket every time we fill up at the pump or pay that electric bill, and it doesn't come through the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-26). Iran minister leaves Pakistan, heads to Russia for more talks. newarab.com 
Abbas Araghchi sandwiched a visit to
(2026-04-26). Russia delivers donation of medicines to Cuba. radiohc.cu A ceremony was held at the Russian Embassy in Cuba to deliver a humanitarian shipment to the Cuban government. The shipment, prepared by the government of St. Petersburg, consists of a batch of medicines destined for hospitals and clinics on the island. | The event was led by the Russian ambassador, Viktor Koronelli, who personally delivered the medicines to the Cuban Minister of Public Health, José àÅngel Portal Miranda. | During the ceremony, the Russian diplomat emphasized that this donation goes beyond mere assistance. "The donation of this batch of medicines is not simply an act of humanitarian aid, bu…
(2026-04-26). Any US-Iran deal must guarantee security of Arab countries, Jordan's king says. tribune.com.pk 
Jordan's King Abdullah II said on Sunday that any potential agreement between the US and Iran must guarantee the security of Arab countries. | Abdullah discussed in Amman with Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Jarrah Jaber al-Ahmad al-Sabah "the strong ties between the two countries and ways of expanding cooperation in several fields, and intensifying joint Arab action to sustain de-escalation in the region," a royal court statement said. | The Jordanian monarch said any agreement to reduce tensions "must guarantee the security of Arab countries." | Read: Israel issues evacuation warning for seven Lebanese towns beyond…
(2026-04-26). No Day After for Gaza: Israel has Killed 1,000 during "Ceasefire" juancole.com This diplomatic theatre has been eclipsed by the US-Israeli aggression against Iran that began on 28t…
(2026-04-26). Iranian Group Files US-Israeli War Crimes Evidence to International Criminal Court. truthout.org The head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society said Saturday that his organization has submitted evidence of U.S.-Israeli war crimes to the International Criminal Court and other global bodies, seeking accountability for massive attacks on civilian infrastructure and other violations. "The ICC prosecutor announced that the documents provided by the IRCS are accepted as official evidence… |
(2026-04-26). Middle East shipping crisis elevates China-Europe railway's profile. scmp.com The China-Europe railway network has evolved in the past decade from a nascent logistical experiment into a growing commercial alternative to maritime and air freight. In the wake of the US-Israel war on Iran, it might now be assuming an unanticipated role as a key security provider for transcontinental supply chains. | What began as sporadic trial runs has matured into a sprawling web of rail connections that currently links 235 cities across 26 European countries with more than 120 Chinese…
(2026-04-26). At Malaysia's arms bazaar, drone dealers chase Southeast Asian market share. scmp.com Watch a cheap commercial drone destroy a battle tank on the frontlines in Ukraine, or a cut-price Iranian Shahed menace Tel Aviv, then ask yourself why Southeast Asia's defence ministries are suddenly very interested in unmanned aerial vehicles. | The answer was on full display last week at the Defence Services Asia (DSA) exhibition in Kuala Lumpur, where vendors from Abu Dhabi to Pretoria were chasing deals in one of the global arms trade's hottest emerging markets.
(2026-04-26). For the US dollar, a subtler shift than a 'petroyuan' order is underfoot. scmp.com In the span of a few days earlier this month, developments that usually sit in separate policy compartments began to converge. | Abu Dhabi's crown prince arrived in Beijing as President Xi Jinping used the visit to set out China's four-point position on the Iran war. Pakistan, now central to keeping US-Iran diplomacy alive, said no date was fixed for the next round of talks. Washington escalated pressure on buyers of Iranian oil and the banks handling related funds. Reports circulated of yuan use…
(2026-04-26). Backchannel diplomacy expands across region. tribune.com.pk 
Despite no immediate prospects of direct talks between Iran and the United States, diplomacy remains very much alive, as a flurry of behind-the-scenes activity suggests a serious push to seek a permanent end to the war, it emerged on Sunday. | Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi returned to Islamabad after spending several hours in Muscat, Oman, as part of ongoing diplomatic engagements. Araghchi travelled to Muscat on a Pakistani aircraft, while members of his delegation returned to Tehran for consultations with the leadership back home. | Upon his return, his team regrouped in Islamabad for further discus…
(2026-04-26). Iran minister returns to Pakistan despite US cancelling talks. newarab.com 
(2026-04-26). Trump pulls plug on Iran talks: Pak mediation fails as POTUS cancels 18-hour mission. hindustantimes.com A dramatic twist in U.S.-Iran relations as Donald Trump abruptly cancels a high-stakes diplomatic mission to Pakistan aimed at restarting talks with Iran. Envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff were set for crucial negotiations in Islamabad, but the trip was called off at the last moment. Trump defended the move, claiming the U.S. holds the upper hand while criticizing Iran's leadership. With Iran's top diplomat already engaging Pakistani leaders, the sudden decision raises fresh concerns over stalled diplomacy and rising tensions. Watch this video for a full breakdown of the collapse in talks and what lies ahead…
(2026-04-26). Iran: IRGC Insists on Control of Hormuz as Araghchi Seeks Mediation. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi on Saturday completed the first leg of his diplomatic mission seeking further mediation of the US-Iran conflict, meeting in Pakistan with Field Marshall Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. He Very fruitful visit to Pakistan, whose good offices and brotherly efforts to bring back peace to our region we very much value. | Shared Iran's position concerning workable framework to permanently end the war on Iran. Have yet to see if the U.S. is truly seri…
(2026-04-26). Israel releases 15 Gaza detainees with signs of emaciation, torture. tribune.com.pk 
Israel released 15 Palestinian detainees from the Gaza Strip on Sunday via the Kerem Shalom crossing in the south, with several appearing emaciated and some bearing visible wounds, according to local sources. | The release came as Israel continues to hold thousands of Palestinians detained from Gaza over the past two years, with rights groups and documented testimonies confirming that detainees are held in facilities lacking minimum humanitarian standards and subjected to torture, starvation, and medical neglect. | The Prisoners' Media Office, a non-governmental body, said in a brief statement that the 15 deta…
(2026-04-26). Israel kills three in Gaza attacks, civil defence says. newarab.com 
Despite an October ceasefire, Gaza remains gripped by daily Israeli violence, while strikes and demolitions also continue. | "Three martyrs and several others were injured following attacks by occupation forces in Gaza City and Khan Yunis," said the agency. | Two men were killed when an Israeli drone fired a missile that "struck a group of civilians" near…
(2026-04-26). Israel kills four Palestinians across Gaza. newarab.com 
Israeli military attacks Israeli tank shelling targeted a group of displaced people southeast of Gaza City, killing two members of the Al-Ashqar family, Mohammed Riyad and Mohammed Ziad, health officials said. | The incident took place near the Kuwait…
(2026-04-26). Gaza couples marry in mass wedding in rare moment of joy. newarab.com 
Palestinians in the devastated Gaza Strip experienced moments of respite and joy this week, as dozens of couples got married in a charity-sponsored As many as 20,000 people gathered in the central city of The event, titled "The Garment of Joy 2" was organised by Emirati initiativ…
(2026-04-26). Abbas loyalists win Palestinian local elections, some Gaza seats. newarab.com 
Loyalists of President Saturday's ballot marked the first elections of any kind in
(2026-04-26). Global aid fleet sets sail from Italy to break Gaza siege. newarab.com 
The The civilian initiative, launched in 2025, brings together activists, volunteers, and representatives of civil society organisations from multiple countries. This is the flotilla's second voyage as part of its "Spring Mission 2026". | The vessels departed Barcelona…
(2026-04-26). New wave of Israeli strikes kills 4 Palestinians in Gaza. tribune.com.pk 
Four Palestinians, including a child, were killed early Sunday in a new wave of Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip despite an ongoing ceasefire, medical sources told Anadolu Agency. | The bodies of two Palestinians were brought to Al-Shifa Medical Complex after an Israeli drone strike targeted a motorcycle near Kuwait Roundabout on Salah al-Din Street, southeast of Gaza City. | The sources added that a third Palestinian was killed by Israeli army gunfire in the Al-Mughraqa area in central Gaza, while a 14-year-old teenager later died from injuries he had suffered in an Israeli strike in the Sheikh Radwan neighb…
(2026-04-26). Palestinians in Gaza Want to Rebuild Food Systems. Israel Isn't Letting Them. truthout.org Before the Israeli war began, Gaza's agricultural sector was known for its abundant production of fruits and vegetables and was often called the "food basket" of the Strip. Despite extensive Israeli restrictions that hindered the sector's growth — including limits on the entry of agricultural inputs and the export of goods — farmers in Gaza were still able to produce 25 varieties of fruits and… |
(2026-04-26). Palestinian authorities call local elections in a Gaza community and the West Bank a success. newarab.com 
The Palestinian Authority, which administers semiautonomous areas of the West Bank, has described Saturday's local election in central Gaza's Deir al-Balah as a largely symbolic pilot whi…
(2026-04-26). 'State of war': Why Israel has escalated attacks in Gaza. aljazeera.com Israel escalates attacks and expands control in Gaza Strip, sidelining the new US-backed technocratic administration.
(2026-04-26). 197 local councils win uncontested in Palestinian local elections, voter turnout reaches 54%. tribune.com.pk 
The Palestinian Central Elections Commission announced on Sunday that members of 197 local councils won uncontested in municipal elections in the occupied West Bank and the Gaza city of Deir al-Balah, with the voter turnout reaching 54 per cent. | Addressing a press conference in Ramallah, the commission's head, Rami Hamdallah, said voters cast ballots on Saturday to elect representatives of 183 councils. | He added that 522,000 voters cast ballots in Saturday's vote, with a turnout of 54 per cent. Hamdallah said the final results of the vote would be announced later Sunday. | The municipal polls took place on…
(2026-04-26). Video: Israeli 'ceasefire' violations on the rise in Gaza. aljazeera.com Israel has violated the so-called Gaza "ceasefire" more than 2,400 times. Al Jazeera's Hala Al Shami explains.
(2026-04-26). Flotilla internacional con ayuda para Gaza zarpará de Italia este domingo. cubadebate.cu La Flotilla de Resiliencia Global es una iniciativa cívica lanzada en 2025, con la participación de organizaciones, activistas y voluntarios de distintos países, que se prepara para su segundo viaje en el marco de la "Misión Primavera 2026". Las embarcaciones partieron el 12 de abril desde Barcelona y llegaron el 23 del mismo mes a Sicilia.
(2026-04-26). Thuds, an eerie silence, then chaos at Trump dinner with White House journalists. tribune.com.pk 
The first indications that something had gone wrong at the 2026 White House Correspondents' Association dinner came around 8: 35pm on Saturday from a series of audible but mysterious thuds. | Dinner chatter paused. | The silence was broken when the doors crashed open to the giant ballroom at the Washington Hilton, where some 2,600 journalists and their guests – dressed with rare pomp in tuxedos and gowns – had just sat down for the salad courses and glasses of wine. | President Donald Trump was seated with first lady Melania Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other dignitaries at a lo…
(2026-04-26). Israel appoints first ambassador to Somaliland after recent diplomatic ties, approves new envoys to Singapore. haaretz.com Somaliland, an unrecognized state in the Horn of Africa, has been formally recognized only by Israel. The state of Israel has appointed its first ambassador to Somaliland following its December recognition of the breakaway region…
(2026-04-26). Explosive device kills 20 and injures 36 on bus in Colombia. scmp.com The death toll ‚Å from an explosives ‚Å attack on a highway ‚Å in southwestern Colombia rose to 20 on Sunday, authorities said, as the government blamed a dissident faction of the former FARC guerrilla ‚Äågroup for the bombing. | The attack happened on Saturday when an explosive device was detonated on a bus traveling along the Pan-American Highway in the municipality of Cajibio. So far, 15 women and five men are among the victims, according to Octavio Guzman, governor of the region of Cauca.
(2026-04-26). Israeli settler attacks Hebron activist's home as soldier looks on. aljazeera.com An Israeli settler was filmed throwing rocks and trying to break into the home of Palestinian activist Issa Amro.
(2026-04-26). Strikes in Ukraine and Russia kill at least 16 on Chernobyl disaster anniversary. scmp.com Strikes across Ukraine, Russian-occupied territory and Russia over the past day killed at least 16 people, authorities said on Sunday as the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster prompted new warnings about risks posed by attacks near the plant during Russia's more than four-year invasion of its neighbour. | Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky marked the anniversary with a warning that Russian attacks risk repeating history.
(2026-04-26). Delaware proposal would direct courts to send text reminders to defendants about hearings. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Each year, tens of thousands of Delaware court hearings end with a no-show — often triggering arrest warrants. Lawmakers want to cut those numbers with a low-cost fix: automated text reminders. | A
(2026-04-26). Pope Leo says those who wage war are thieves stealing away our peaceful future. tribune.com.pk 
Pope Leo on Sunday described those who wage wars and appropriate the earth's resources as thieves who rob the world of a peaceful future, issuing a warning about the use of nuclear power on the anniversary of the Chornobyl reactor accident. | Ukraine is commemorating the 40th anniversary of the world's worst nuclear disaster on Sunday amid lingering fears that Russia's four-year-old war could spark a repeat of ‚Å the tragedy. | In his weekly address after the Angelus prayer, the Pontiff said the Chornobyl acci…
(2026-04-26). Christian marriage bill faces opposition. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-04-26). Islamabad allows transit trade to Iran. tribune.com.pk 
In a significant policy shift aimed at facilitating regional trade, Pakistan has decided to allow the transit of goods to Iran through its territory, according to a notification issued by the Ministry of Commerce. | The notification, titled the Pakistan through Transit Trade to Iran Order, 2026, has come into immediate effect. It enables goods originating from any third country to be transported through Pakistan and delivered to designated locations in Iran, marking a major step toward enhancing cross-border trade connectivity. | To implement the decision, the federal government introduced amendments to the Im…
(2026-04-26). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-26). Israeli officials, residents alarmed by Egypt army border drills. newarab.com 
(2026-04-26). Unite's secret talks with Reform UK: Isolating Birmingham bin strike and embracing the far-right. wsws.org Reform UK can pose as being amenable to an agreement on Unite's terms because the Graham leadership has gutted the demands of Birmingham bin workers and replaced them with "a fair settlement" including one-off lump sum payments of between £14, 000 and £20, 000.
(2026-04-26). What we know about gunfire at White House Correspondents' dinner. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump is escorted out as a shooter opens fire during the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington, DC, US, April 25, 2026, in this screen capture from video. — ReutersIt was meant to be a glitzy night with President Donald Trump…
(2026-04-26). Mali's defence minister reported dead in major weekend assault. geo.tv 
Mali Defence Minister Sadio Camara enters a hall during their meeting in Moscow, Russia, 28 February 2024. — Reuters/FileAnalysts, diplomats say terrorist group stages attacks.Russian mercenaries wounded in battle: Russian media.Nationwide operations continue to repel insurgents: …
(2026-04-26). Five injured after aborted takeoff in New Delhi. tribune.com.pk 
Swiss International said that a flight from Delhi to Zurich had to abort its takeoff early on Sunday after an engine issue, adding that four passengers and one crew member were injured. | The airline did not elaborate, but the Economic Times reported that one of the engines had caught on fire as the plane was accelerating down a runway and that the passengers were injured during an emergency evacuation. | "Shortly after 1am local time on April 26, an issue occurred with one of the engines during the takeoff of flight LX147 in Delhi. The crew aborted the takeoff and, after assessing the situation, decided as a…
(2026-04-26). Italy to extradite Chinese national wanted by US for alleged hacking. scmp.com The Italian government has decided ‚Å ‚Å to extradite a ‚Å ‚Å Chinese man wanted ‚Å ‚Å by US authorities on hacking charges that include stealing Covid-19 medical research, a person with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters. | The government's decision, which was ‚Äå‚Äåfirst reported by Bloomberg, follows a ruling by an Italian court earlier this month which said Xu Zewei could be extradited.
(2026-04-26). Israeli forces storm West Bank polling station, injure six. newarab.com 
The vote formed part of Palestinian local elections for municipal and village councils, with polling stations closing earlier in the evening and counting under way, with results expected on Sunday.
(2026-04-26). 10 ways Hong Kong schools can effectively promote mental health. scmp.com Student mental health is a matter of great concern. According to the latest data from the Education Bureau, the number of secondary students with mental health issues has doubled over the past five years, from 660 in 2020-21 to 1,330 in 2024-25. | In recent years, the government and various stakeholders in society have worked to halt the continued rise in student suicides. However, the number of suspected suicide cases still rose by 10 per cent between 2024 and 2025, from 28 to 31. To help…
(2026-04-26). Who is Cole Allen, suspect in White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting. geo.tv 
Law enforcement personnel detain Cole Tomas Allen, a suspect in the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, in Washington, DC, US, April 25, 2026. — Reuters
(2026-04-26). Carrier Tracker As of April 26, 2026. twz.com 
Here's TWZ's weekly carrier tracker monitoring America's flattop fleet, including deployed Carrier Strike Groups (CSG) and Amphibious Ready Groups (ARG), using publicly available open-source information. Check out last week's map The George H.W. Bush CSG arrived in U.S. 5th Fleet's area of responsibility last week, becoming the third U.S. aircraft carrier operating in the Middle East. According to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), this is the first time since the 2003 Iraq War that the U.S. has triple-carrier coverage in the region…
(2026-04-26). The Coming of Age of Seniors. fairobserver.com Hollywood has a genre called "coming of age" movies, the iconic phenomenon where a teenager loses their virginity, gains identity and wisdom, and becomes a true adult. On rare occasions, "coming of age" can also happen to people in their 30s and 40s — as in The Big Chill and Thelma & Louise. When I…
(2026-04-26). Kuwait deprives 1,266 including footballer, MP, of citizenship. newarab.com 
The decision, issued through six decrees on Sunday, affects a wide range of individuals, including former parliament member Anwar al-Fikr and former Kuwait international goalkeeper Nawaf al-Khaldi, according to the official Kuwait Today gazett…
(2026-04-26). Trump safe after shooting at White House correspondents dinner, suspect in custody. geo.tv 
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, US First Lady Melania Trump, US President Donald Trump and CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang attend the White House Correspondents´ dinner at the Washington Hilton in Washington, DC, on April 25, 2026. —…
(2026-04-26). Minister hails EO-3 satellite launch. tribune.com.pk 
Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi on Sunday hailed the successful launch of Pakistan's EO-3 satellite, calling it a significant boost to national prestige and an important milestone toward scientific self-reliance. | In a statement, the minister said the EO-3 satellite reflected Pakistan's growing capabilities in space technology and symbolized the progress of a developing and modern nation. | He praised the scientists and engineers of SUPARCO for their dedication and hard work in making the mission a success. | Abbasi also said China's cooperation in the space sector as a strong example of the enduring friendshi…
(2026-04-26). Rare Video Appears To Show A Soviet Su-7 Jet Dropping A Nuclear Bomb. twz.com 
During one very unusual Cold War drill, a Soviet Su-7 Fitter attack jet delivered a live tactical nuclear weapon in an end-to-end test.
(2026-04-26). Trump was likely target of White House correspondents' dinner shooting, says US official. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump and officials in his administration were the likely targets of a suspect who fired on a security agent guarding the White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington, US Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said on Sunday. | The man fired a shotgun at a Secret Service agent at a checkpoint in the Washington Hilton hotel before being tackled and arrested. Trump and first lady Melania Trump were rushed out of the dinner. | "It does appear that he, he did, in fact, set out to target folks that work in the administration, likely including the presiden…
(2026-04-26). European energy policy: full speed towards the wall. wattsupwiththat.com The signals in Europe are crystal clear. Energy prices are structurally higher than in the United States; the electricity grid is grinding to a halt; industry is leaving Europe; and dependence on imports is growing. These are not isolated incidents. This is how the system works. And yet, one message is echoing from Brussels and The Hague: let's accelerate the process.
(2026-04-26). PPP Punjab leaders warn of political drift. tribune.com.pk 
As hopes of forming the next government in Islamabad fade, the PPP continues its policy of fence-sitting, according to party leaders, who fear that the party's inability to take necessary policy decisions could further alienate potential voters who would like to see it fill the political vacuum left by the embattled PTI. | Party leaders in Punjab said the lack of a clear political direction is making it difficult for them to pave the way for a comeback in the province, two office-bearers told The Express Tribune. | One leader, speaking on condition of anonymity, said sarcastically that the party appears to be…
(2026-04-26). Will Yamal, Salah and Ekitike miss the World Cup 2026 due to injury? aljazeera.com From Spanish prodigy Lamine Yamal to Egypt's Mohamed Salah and Brazil's trio, these 10 players could be out of action.
(2026-04-26). Hands tied, pinned to ground: Trump releases first photo of White House correspondent's dinner. ptcnews.tv The first image of the suspect who allegedly opened fire at a hotel during the White House Correspondents' Dinner attended by Donald Trump and Melania Trump has come out. The blurry photo shows armed security officers holding down a man on the ground. | In the image, the suspect appears shirtless, with a sheet covering his lower body. The picture was shared by Russian state-backed broadcaster RT on X. The incident took place at the Hilton hotel in Washington. Later, Trump also posted a clearer close-up image of the alleged attacker on social media. Officials said the situation began when an armed man carrying a…
(2026-04-26). Irrigation reform plan under fire. tribune.com.pk 
Participants in a stakeholder workshop on the Sindh Water and Agriculture Transformation (SWAT) project on Saturday highlighted both achievements and shortcomings in the province's irrigation and water management system, with farmers raising concerns over inefficiencies while officials pointed to ongoing reforms. | The session was attended by officials, development partners and farmer representatives who reviewed progress under the project aimed at improving agricultural productivity through better water use. | Chairman of the Sindh Irrigation and Drainage Authority (SIDA) Qabool Muhammad Khatiyan said the ini…
(2026-04-26). Why US-led security alliances in Asia are losing coherence. scmp.com Geopolitics, at its core, examines how geography shapes international politics, power distribution and security dynamics. One enduring idea is geographer Halford Mackinder's "heartland" theory, which situates Eurasia as the central arena of global power competition. | In 1904, Mackinder argued that the vast land mass of Europe and Asia — what he called the "world island" — contained a pivotal core, the "heartland", rich in resources, population and strategic depth. His dictum — "Who rules Eastern…
(2026-04-26). Israeli government appoints former U.K. envoy Tzipi Hotovely to head Israeli hasbara. haaretz.com Last year, Hotovely was interviewed by Piers Morgan. She claimed Israel maintains a low civilian-to-combatant kill ratio, but Morgan challenged her: if she doesn't know how many children have been killed, how could she possibly make that calculation?
(2026-04-26). PM Shehbaz, world leaders 'relieved' after Trump safe in Washington shooting. geo.tv 
A police officer cordons off the area around the residence associated with Cole Tomas Allen, the suspect in the shooting incident at the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner in Washington, DC, in Torrance, California, US, April 25, 2026. — ReutersPresident Zardari…
(2026-04-26). US press dinner shooting casts fresh spotlight on Trump's security. scmp.com The shooting on Saturday night of a Secret Service agent at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner raises questions yet again about the protection afforded to America's political leaders at a time of increased political violence. | Hundreds of agents from several law enforcement agencies were tasked with protecting the annual bash, which US President Donald Trump headlined this year.
(2026-04-26). Bomb attack on Colombia highway kills 19 ahead of election. aljazeera.com Highway bombing in Colombia's Cauca kills 19, injures dozens amid a surge in violence ahead of next month's election.
(2026-04-26). Trump says King Charles to visit US despite shooting incident. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump on Sunday confirmed that British King Charles III would proceed with his planned visit to the US despite a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner at a hotel. | "King Charles is coming, and he's a great guy," Trump told Fox News, adding that the monarch is "a fantastic person and a tremendous representative" of his country. | "He's coming, and we're going to have a great time," he said. | Trump also paid tribute to the king's resilience in the face of his health challenges, praising him as "very brave" for continuing his public duties while battling cancer. | "He's been ama…
(2026-04-26). "The Horror! The Horror!" Colonial Nostalgia and Aryan Reliability. fairobserver.com Under US President Donald Trump, the United States has now become an engine for the promulgation of white nationalism. Not since the 1930s has such an ideology, which exalts those ethnic groups it codes as "white," while denigrating all others, underpinned the domestic and foreign policies of a major world power. Typically, for our moment,…
(2026-04-26). Israeli Arabs warned about violent crime spillover. Then came the Independence Day murder. haaretz.com Israeli Arab parents have warned that the authorities' choice to overlook violent crime in the Arab community would soon have consequences for Jewish society as well. The stabbing of a young pizzeria worker in Petah Tikva suggests they were right…
(2026-04-26). CIA Ran MK-ULTRA Experiments on Prisoners of War in U.S. Custody, Declassified Docs Confirm. theintercept.com 
For the first time, documents confirm the CIA carried out tests on North Korean POWs and planned for much more invasive experimentation.
(2026-04-26). The void left by reluctant hero: Aner father tells Haaretz about grief, memory — and faith in human goodness. haaretz.com Architect Moshe Shapira, whose son was killed saving others from Hamas on October 7, now dedicates his life to preservation in a way he never expected…
(2026-04-26). Israeli court rules college wrongfully dismissed Arab Israeli lecturer over October 7 posts. haaretz.com The court charged that the college had chosen 'in advance and decisively' to fire Sada. Despite ruling in her favor, the court said she didn't 'show the required sensitivity and did not take responsibility for her actions'…
(2026-04-26). Swiss International says five injured after flight aborts takeoff in India. geo.tv 
(2026-04-26). White House shooting: Suspect told police he targeted Trump officials, FBI secures his home. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Cole Thomas Allen, 31, who is accused of firing at security personnel during a high-profile event in Washington, D.C., told investigators that he wanted to target officials connected to the Trump administration, according to a CBS News report. | During questioning, Allen admitted his motive, but officials said he did not specifically name Donald Trump as his target. | The Federal Bureau of Investigation has secured his home to gather evidence. This comes just hours after the accused allegedly opened fire at the event, which was attended by Trump and Melania Trump. | Earlier, Trump suggested that h…
(2026-04-26). Israel police confiscate Hungary flag over Palestine resemblance. newarab.com 
An Israeli police officer confiscated a Hungarian flag from a protester during a demonstration in Israel last week on the grounds that it bore too much resemblance to The protester was taking part in
(2026-04-26). Thai police arrest Indonesian wanted for $10m cyberfraud. aljazeera.com The 33-year-old Indonesian taken into custody at luxury resort on island of Phuket after FBI tip-off.
(2026-04-26). New fighting in Mali's Kidal between army and rebels. newarab.com 
Fresh fighting erupted Sunday in the key
(2026-04-26). 'Al-Mirsad' anti-Pakistan propaganda arm of Afghan Taliban: CSSPR. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-04-26). Zardari pushes deeper industrial ties with China. tribune.com.pk 
President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday visited an industrial complex and a tea plantation in China, emphasizing the importance of strengthening industrial cooperation and expanding partnerships in technology and innovation between the two countries. | Zardari, who began his week-long visit to China on Saturday, visited SANY Heavy Industry, located in the Changsha area of Hunan Province. | SANY Group Chairman Tang Xiuguo welcomed the president and briefed him on the company's advanced manufacturing systems, products, and ongoing investment in research and development. Changsha Vice Mayor Qian Lexia was also prese…
(2026-04-26). Kenya's Sawe shatters two-hour marathon barrier. aljazeera.com Sabastian Sawe of Kenya shattered a world record at the London Marathon.
(2026-04-26). Cuba and Latin America as a wing of Eurasia in building a multipolar world. strategic-culture.su On April 22, 2026, a round table discussion titled "Fidel Castro and World Politics: The Cuban Experience in Diplomacy and International Relations" was held in Moscow, hosted by the Patrice Lumumba Peoples' Friendship University (RUDN) in collaboration with the Fidel Castro Foundation. Dr. Mehmet Perinàßek gave a speech at the meeting, which brought together academics and diplomats. We are sharing Perinàßek's presentation with our readers.
(2026-04-26). In Atlanta, AI Surveillance Expands As Cop City Reshapes Black Communities. truthout.org When he drives through his neighborhood now, Brian Page passes rows of police cars and AI‚Äëpowered cameras that track nearly every movement. For most of his life, Page, who goes by "Scapegoat Jones," felt safest in the community that Atlanta officials have since flooded with officers and surveillance technology in the name of "public safety." He bought a house six minutes from the one he grew… |
(2026-04-26). Cuba's prime minister calls for intensified fight against fuel theft. radiohc.cu In the context of the most recent meeting of the Working Group for the Prevention and Confrontation of Crime, Corruption, Illegal Activities, and Social Indiscipline, held via videoconference with the territories, Political Bureau member and Prime Minister Manuel Marrero Cruz made a strong call to intensify the fight against crime, with special emphasis on those related to fuel theft.
(2026-04-26). IEA Head Fatih Birol: UK should forego North Sea Oil Expansion Because Nobody Needs Oil and Gas. wattsupwiththat.com "… There will be a significant boost to renewables and nuclear power and a further shift towards a more electrified future …"
(2026-04-26). Who is Cole Tomas Allen, suspect in White House press gala shooting? scmp.com The California man arrested in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner is a highly educated tutor and amateur video game developer opposed to the policies of President Donald Trump. | Authorities say Cole Tomas Allen of Torrance, California, was taken into custody at the dinner Saturday night in Washington that was attended by Trump and top members of his administration.
(2026-04-26). Who is Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting? tribune.com.pk 
The suspect arrested in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting on Saturday was identified by a law enforcement official as Cole Tomas Allen, a Los Angeles-area man who appears from social media sites to be a Caltech graduate working as a part-time teacher and game developer. | The official said Allen, approximately 31 years of age, is a resident of Torrance, California, a coastal town that is part of the South Bay area adjacent to Los Angeles abutting Santa Monica Bay. | US President Donald Trump, who called the suspect "a very sick person", said he was thought to have acted alone. Trump, along with t…
(2026-04-26). Exposed: How Ukrainian wheat stolen by Russia is smuggled to Israel. haaretz.com A Haaretz investigation reveals how grain stolen from occupied Ukrainian territory has been sold to Israel. The profits of the shady operation are financing Putin's war…
(2026-04-26). Gilani wants more vibrant universities. tribune.com.pk 
Acting President Yousaf Raza Gilani has underscored the critical role of universities as engines of intellectual growth, innovation, and national development. | He held a meeting with vice chancellors of various universities in Lahore, where matters related to higher education, academic excellence, and institutional development were discussed in detail. | The acting president underscored the critical role of universities as engines of intellectual growth, innovation, and national development. He highlighted that higher education institutions must go beyond traditional learning and focus on research and critica…
(2026-04-26). Ex-PMs Bennett, Lapid merge parties ahead of 2026 election in bid to oust Netanyahu. haaretz.com 'The move brings together the reform bloc, putting an end to the internal battles,' the two said in a joint statement. They said they'd push for ultra-Orthodox conscription, limit the prime minister's term to eight years and 'will not rely' on Arab parties…
(2026-04-26). King Charles' state visit to US to go on as planned after Washington shooting. scmp.com The state visit by Britain's King Charles to the US would take place as planned, Buckingham Palace said on Sunday, following a shooting at a Washington media gala. | The incident late on Saturday at the annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association came less than 48 hours before Charles and Queen Camilla begin a four-day state visit to the United States.
(2026-04-26). Cuba demonstrates solidarity with Angolan province affected by heavy rains. radiohc.cu Cuba is showing solidarity with the province of Benguela in central Angola, which has been affected by heavy rains and flooding this April. | Medical brigade members from the Caribbean nation are providing services to the population, under the guidance of local health authorities, particularly in the municipality of Ganda. | The most recent natural disaster—the overflowing of the Cavaco River and the breach of the left bank dike—has claimed the lives of 19 people, with 31 still missing. Approximately 10,000 people have been displaced, and around 3,000 homes have been damaged. | For this reason, hundre…
(2026-04-26). Tanzania whitewashes post-election massacre of thousands of protesters. wsws.org The report admits that at least 518 people died from "unnatural causes", 197 by gunfire. A November report by 40 African human rights organisations estimated the real death toll at up to 3,000.
(2026-04-26). Sindh celebrates GM Syed's legacy. tribune.com.pk 
Different factions of the Jeay Sindh movement gathered in Sann, Jamshoro district, on Saturday to mark the anniversary of the founding leader G M Syed, reaffirming their commitment to continue what they described as a long political struggle for Sindh's rights. | Large public meetings and rallies were held under various nationalist platforms, drawing thousands of supporters to the small town, which has long been associated with Syed's legacy. Addressing a public gathering, Jeay Sindh Qaumi Mahaz (JSQM) Chairman Sanan Qureshi paid tribute to Syed's lifelong political struggle, saying he spent decades in impriso…
(2026-04-26). Trump's security again faces scrutiny after press dinner shooting. tribune.com.pk 
The shooting on Saturday night of a Secret Service agent at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner raises questions yet again about the protection afforded to America's political leaders at a time of increased political violence. | Hundreds of agents from several law enforcement agencies were tasked with protecting the annual bash, which President Donald Trump headlined this year. | Yet a suspect with a shotgun and other weapons managed to get just a floor above the Washington ballroom, where an extraordinary concentration of cabinet members, high-ranking lawmakers and ce…
(2026-04-26). Venice Biennale jury will refuse to consider Israel and Russia for awards. haaretz.com Members of the five-person international jury said they will not evaluate pavilions representing countries "whose leaders are currently charged with crimes against humanity by the International Criminal Court" when the Biennale opens next month, a move Italian media said targets Israel and Russia…
(2026-04-26). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-26). How gunfire threw Trump's glitzy Washington Hilton dinner into chaos. scmp.com It was meant to be a glitzy Saturday night at a Washington ballroom featuring President Donald Trump, but the glamour was shattered by gunshots that left guests diving to the floor and the US leader bundled out by security personnel. | Trump was seated on the dais at the White House Correspondents' Association's annual dinner — the first time he is attending as president — when loud bangs disrupted the revelry and caused him and others on stage to look up in alarm.
(2026-04-26). Syria begins long-awaited first trial of Assad-era officials. scmp.com The first public trial in Syria of officials linked to the rule of former President Bashar al-Assad opened in Damascus on Sunday. | Atef Najib, a former Syrian army brigadier general who was head of the Political Security Branch in southern Syria's Daraa province under Assad, and who is also a cousin of the former president, appeared in the courtroom to face charges related to "crimes against the Syrian people," the state-run news agency SANA reported.
(2026-04-26). JI chief flags growing out-of-school crisis. tribune.com.pk 
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman on Sunday lamented that millions of children remain out of school in Pakistan, stressing it is the state's responsibility to provide them with quality education as a fundamental constitutional right. | He made these remarks while addressing a graduation ceremony of the "Bano Qabil" programme organised by the Alkhidmat Foundation in Sargodha, where more than 1,000 male and female students participated. | He said the programme aims to equip youth with free, quality training to make them employable. | Congratulating the graduates, he said the trained youth would now…
(2026-04-26). SC registrar raises objections to Imaan Mazari's plea. tribune.com.pk 
The Supreme Court Registrar Office has refused to entertain advocate Imaan Mazari's petition seeking suspension of her sentence in a case related to making anti-state posts on social media, raising objections to it. | The human rights lawyer had moved the apex court after the Islamabad High Court (IHC) did not list her application for suspension of her 17-year sentence for hearing. | Mazari filed the petition through renowned lawyer Faisal Siddiqi. | The petition stated that despite her counsel's vehement request to suspend the trial court's judgment, the IHC only issued notices on the suspension application o…
(2026-04-26). As contradiàßàµes da política armênia contemporânea. strategic-culture.su Pashinyan e os nacionalistas armênios comeàßam a entrar em conflito. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | A recente queima…
(2026-04-26). Ukrainians gather to remember Chernobyl disaster despite Russia's war. scmp.com People streamed into the central square of Slavutych in the early hours of Sunday, placing candles on a large radiation hazard symbol laid out on the ground as a midnight commemoration began for those killed in the Chernobyl disaster 40 years ago and the thousands who risked deadly radiation exposure to contain its aftermath. | Residents show up for the vigil each year despite wartime curfews and official warnings against large gatherings during Russia's war on Ukraine.
(2026-04-26). US President Donald Trump evacuated after shots fired at White House dinner, shooter arrested. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A brief moment of panic broke out at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night after gunshots were reported, leading to a rapid security response. President Donald Trump and other senior US leaders were quickly taken out of the venue in Washington. | Guests rushed to take cover as shots were heard, but officials later confirmed that Trump was safe and no injuries were immediately reported. | Secret Service agents and other security personnel quickly entered the hall while hundreds of attendees hid under tables. People shouted warnings like "get down" as several guests said they hear…
(2026-04-26). Israel Prison Service restricts Palestinian access to medical equipment. haaretz.com A policy linked to National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has blocked access to essentials such as hearing aid batteries and glasses. Rights groups have cited dozens of cases, including that of a deaf detainee allegedly beaten after failing to hear guards' orders…
(2026-04-26). Hezbollah says Israel violating truce, rejects Netanyahu accusation. newarab.com 
In a statement, Hezbollah said its attacks on Israeli targets in
(2026-04-26). The Israeli war on the judiciary portends worse violence to come. haaretz.com After Thursday's chaos at the Supreme Court, it will be of little surprise if the rage roiling Benjamin Netanyahu's hard-line base culminates in even greater disorder…
(2026-04-26). President Herzog delays decision on pardon, urges mediation efforts be. haaretz.com Netanyahu submitted an official request to the president last year to be pardoned in his criminal corruption cases. Herzog has previously said he would "sincerely consider" Netanyahu's request…
(2026-04-26). Indigenous Leaders Warn AI Boom Repeates Patterns of Extraction. truthout.org Artificial intelligence, or AI, is helping Indigenous communities detect illegal logging, track wildfires, and monitoring of traditional lands. But the data centers powering AI are driving new threats, requiring water, energy, and critical minerals often extracted from Indigenous territories. Now, Indigenous leaders at the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, or UNPFII… |
(2026-04-26). Caravan in Panama condemns U.S. blockade of Cuba. radiohc.cu At the initiative of the Martí Association of Cubans Residing in Panama (AMCRP), a caravan travelled through the main streets of Panama City on Sunday to condemn the blockade imposed by the United States on the island. | According to the announcement, at a time of increasing threats from Washington against Havana, members of solidarity, labor, indigenous, social, and student organizations, among others, joined the caravan and culminated in an act of support for the people of Cuba at the emblematic Belisario Porras Park, next to the bust honoring the memory of National Hero José Martí. | In a statement, the group…
(2026-04-26). War, the Gulf & Rethinking Money in Sport. aljazeera.com Samantha Johnson looks at how geopolitics could impact the business of sport in the Gulf…
(2026-04-26). Duluth News Tribune Ignores the Benefits to Plants from Global Warming, Focuses on Allergies Instead. wattsupwiththat.com Allergy season is slightly longer because the plant growing season is longer, which is a good thing for both pollinators and ultimately human beings because of higher crop production.
(2026-04-26). New footage shows moment of deadly bus bombing in Colombia. aljazeera.com Newly released dashcam video shows the moment that a bomb-laden bus exploded in Colombia.
(2026-04-26). is now Over 60 ex-U.K. ambassadors call to sanction Israel over West Bank. haaretz.com Former British ambassadors wrote in the Financial Times that Israel is 'in breach' of human rights clauses in the EU Association Agreement, urging PM Starmer to ban all goods from West Bank settlements and review investment agreements with Israel…
(2026-04-26). Govt Cover Up Inconvenient Winter Excess Deaths Data. wattsupwiththat.com So, how to get rid of this pesky excess winter death data? Simples — just stop publishing it.
(2026-04-26). Punjab extends drone ban for 30 days. tribune.com.pk 
The Punjab government has extended the enforcement of Section 144 across the province for another 30 days, maintaining a complete ban on the use of drones in open spaces due to security concerns. | According to a notification issued by the Home Department, the restriction on outdoor drone flying óinitially imposed earlier this year ówill remain in force until May 25. | The decision was taken in view of the prevailing security situation and the need to safeguard public peace, protect sensitive installations, and prevent any untoward incidents. | The order, issued under Section 144 of the Code of C…
(2026-04-26). New Mexico Becomes the Latest State to End Cooperation With ICE Under New Law. truthout.org Grassroots coalitions in a growing number of states are working to pass legislation to cut municipal or state ties to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The efforts are gaining momentum as the Trump administration's mass deportation agenda throws long-standing problems with the nation's immigration regime into sharp relief. "We see a tremendous upswelling of this type of legislation… |
(2026-04-26). Two former Israel PMs unite to challenge Netanyahu in elections. geo.tv 
Israel's Yair Lapid speaks with former prime minister Naftali Bennett during the weekly cabinet meeting in Jerusalem, September 18, 2022.— Reuters/FileNetanyahu plans to lead his party's list in October elections.Opinion polls sees Bennett as best candidate to defeat Netanyahu….
(2026-04-26). Rebalancing Power in Global Health: The End Of Donor-Driven Models. fairobserver.com The year 2025 will be remembered as the moment global health's foundations shifted beneath our feet. Funding collapsed to levels not seen in 15 years. The US stepped back from decades of global health and development leadership. And for the first time this century, child mortality reversed course and began climbing again. But these crises…
(2026-04-26). President reiterates nuclear safety pledge. tribune.com.pk 
President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to maintaining the highest standards of nuclear safety and security. | In a message on International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day observed on April 26, the president stressed that Pakistan supports international efforts that promote responsible conduct, strengthen safeguards and reduce the risk of incidents like Chernobyl disaster. | He noted that nuclear safety requires consistent discipline and strong oversight with a clear understanding of the risks involved. | Separately, Acting President and Senate Chairman Yousaf Raza Gilani said Pakis…
(2026-04-26). NASA fellow, Computer programmer, teacher: Cole Thomas Allen who opened fire at White House Correspondent's dinner. ptcnews.tv White House shooting: Cole Thomas Allen, a 31-year-old from Torrance, has been identified by several media reports as the man arrested after the shooting near the White House Correspondents' Dinner attended by Donald Trump and the First Lady. | The shooting happened outside the Washington Hilton, where the high-profile event was taking place. The incident triggered a quick response from the United States Secret Service and local police. | Investigators said Allen was stopped at a security checkpoint before he could reach the main hall, where around 2,500 guests, including the president, were present. Some unveri…
(2026-04-26). Pope rebukes German Church over same-sex blessings. strategic-culture.su By Nick HALLET | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Leo XIV says formalised ceremonies exceed Vatican limits set under Francis. | Pope…
(2026-04-26). 'Economy needs business relief'. tribune.com.pk 
The Muttahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan (MQM-P) has warned that Pakistan's fragile economy can-not stabilise without immediate relief for the business community, calling for urgent reforms and a more ena-bling environment for trade and industry.
(2026-04-26). Assembly in Ecuador discusses solidarity actions with Cuba. radiohc.cu The two-day 23rd Assembly of the Ecuadorian Coordinating Committee for Friendship and Solidarity with Cuba ended on Saturday in the Andean province of Imbabura, where actions to support the Cuban people in the face of US harassment were defined. | From the city of Cotacachi, representatives of social and political organizations agreed this Saturday to highlight the island's resistance in the face of the intensification of the US blockade and the current international situation. | Amanda Trujillo, coordinator of the meeting, stated that Cuba "has taught us how to resist" and warned that we cannot be indifferent "t…
(2026-04-26). Govt moves to undo 'taxing sunlight' curbs. tribune.com.pk 
The Power Division has moved to unwind new curbs on small solar users, asking the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority to scrap licensing and application fees for systems up to 25 kilowatts. | In a statement issued on Sunday, the ministry said it had formally sought a review on the direction of Power Minister Awais Leghari to abolish both the licence requirement and application fee for solar prosumers within the 25kW threshold. | The Power Division said it had earlier flagged the adverse impact of the new rules and urged Nepra to align them with the previous framework. | Announcing the move on X, Legha…
(2026-04-26). Demise of party leaders' kins: PM offers condolences. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday visited the Punjab Assembly Speaker's House and offered condolences to Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan and Minister of State Malik Rashid Ahmad Khan. | He expressed sympathies to Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan on the demise of his sister and to Minister of State Malik Rashid Ahmad Khan on the death of his niece. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and the PM's son Suleman Shehbaz accompanied him during the visit. | The premier offered fateha and prayed for the forgiveness of the departed souls, the elevation of their ranks, and patience and strength for the bereaved fami…
(2026-04-26). Drone attack hits Sudan aid truck: UN. newarab.com 
A drone attack hit an aid truck in Sudan's Drone strikes by both the Sudanese army and the paramilitary The UNHCR-operated vehicle "came…
(2026-04-26). Mali's military rulers in crisis as defence minister is killed in massive coordinated attacks. scmp.com Mali's military rulers faced a security crisis on Sunday after coordinated nationwide attacks by jihadist fighters and separatist rebels this weekend killed the defence minister and reportedly left a key northern town in rebel hands. | There was no word from the junta leader General Assimi Goita, who has not been seen since the attacks began at dawn on Saturday.
(2026-04-26). Accused shooter was targeting Trump and US officials, authorities say. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump says suspect wrote an anti-Christian declaration and is a 'sick guy'.
(2026-04-26). Trump was likely target of shooting at White House correspondents' dinner, says US official. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump takes questions from media at a press briefing at the White House, following a shooting incident during the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner, in Washington, DC, US, April 25, 2026.— ReutersTrump safe after shooting at…
(2026-04-26). US Justice Department cites shooting as need for Trump's ballroom. scmp.com US President Donald Trump's Justice Department is using the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday to try to pressure preservationists to drop their lawsuit over his planned US$400 million ballroom on the site of the former East Wing of the White House. | "It's time to build the ballroom," acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said plainly on Sunday on social media, posting a letter in which Assistant Attorney General Brett Shumate gave the National Trust for Historic…
(2026-04-26). Former Israeli PMs Bennett, Lapid unite to challenge Netanyahu in elections. aljazeera.com The two politicians' alliance is aimed at uniting a fragmented opposition against current PM Benjamin Netanyahu.
(2026-04-26). Trump escapes unharmed as gunman opens fire at White House press dinner hotel. scmp.com US President Donald Trump and other top administration officials were likely targets of a gunman who tried to storm a White House correspondents' dinner, the acting US attorney general said on Sunday, after a major security breach in the heart of Washington. | Chaos erupted at the Washington Hilton on Saturday night as shots were fired near a security checkpoint outside the subterranean ballroom where the glitzy, high-profile event was being held.
(2026-04-26). KPT offers storage fee waivers. tribune.com.pk 
Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry on Sunday announced storage charge waivers ranging from 25 to 50 per cent at Karachi Port Trust (KPT) terminals to facilitate exporters affected by recent disruptions in Gulf-bound shipments. | Following constructive engagement with terminal operators to address exporters' concerns, Rear Admiral Shahid Ahmed (retd), Chairman of KPT, led the effort on the minister's direction, securing waivers of 50 per cent at KGTL from March 1 to 20, 2026; 50 per cent at KICT from March 1 to 10, 2026; and 25 per cent at SAPT from March 11 to 31, 2026…
(2026-04-26). How did a gunman get this close to Trump? White House dinner security breach sparks major questions. hindustantimes.com
(2026-04-26). Romania crisis: A system built on the 'far-right threat' narrative is unraveling. strategic-culture.su
(2026-04-26). Chester County wants to encourage more trips to the farmer's market — one stamp at a time. whyy.org
(2026-04-26). A gunman tried to breach Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner. Here's what to know. whyy.org
(2026-04-26). Australia's "Antisemitism Envoy" Makes It Clear That Israel's Critics Are The Real Target. caitlinjohnstone.com.au
(2026-04-26). India turns to Russia and Africa amid Middle East oil disruptions. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-26). Il Decreto Sicurezza è legge, e con essa il nuovo ordine tecno-biopolitico della "destra" italiana. strategic-culture.su Con 162 voti favorevoli, 102 contrari e un solo astenuto, l'Aula di Montecitorio ha sancito la conversione in legge del decreto Sicurezza fortemente voluto dal governo di Giorgia Meloni | Segue nostro La legge che divide: il voto di Montecitorio | Con 162 voti favorevoli, 102 contrari e un solo astenuto, l'Aula di Montecitorio ha sancito la conversione in legge del decreto Sicurezza fortemente voluto dal governo di Giorgia Meloni. La mar…
(2026-04-26). Revelan cuánto suministro de gas licuado se perdió hasta 2030 por la guerra contra Irán. cubadebate.cu Según los datos recopilados, esas pérdidas equivalen a cerca del 15% del suministro mundial esperado de GNL en 2026-2030. La AIE indicó que, en última instancia, este impacto se compensaría con la entrada en operación de nuevas plantas de licuefacción a mediano plazo, pero sostuvo que el golpe se concentra en 2026-2027 y retrasará "al menos dos años" los efectos positivos del auge del GNL en el mercado.
(2026-04-26). Del mundo líquido al gaseoso: La cultura snack. cubadebate.cu La web no es un nuevo medio, sino un metamedio que acoge formatos, lenguajes y prácticas inéditos: de blogs a webisodios, de memes a narraciones. Esa nueva ecología mediática es cuna tanto de microtextos instantáneos como de megahistorias capaces de diseminarse por múltiples plataformas. Es el culto a la concisión llevado al extremo.
(2026-04-26). Servicio Secreto: Autor del tiroteo en cena de Trump buscaba "una tragedia nacional" cubadebate.cu El subdirector del Servicio Secreto de Estados Unidos, Matthew Quinn, afirmó que el sospechoso del tiroteo durante la Cena de la Asociación de Corresponsales de la Casa Blanca intentó provocar "una tragedia nacional", pero fue detenido "al primer contacto". El funcionario destacó que el hecho evidenció la solidez del esquema de seguridad en capas y agradeció la actuación de los agentes y de otras fuerzas del orden.
(2026-04-26). Cuba, øuna dictadura? cubadebate.cu Desde los cánones occidentales, Cuba es considerada una dictadura por no replicar su modelo político. Sin embargo, si se analiza desde otra perspectiva, se plantea una contradicción: un sistema que coloca al ser humano en el centro de su estructura jurídica, donde la Constitución establece la dignidad humana como eje del accionar político, administrativo y militar.
(2026-04-26). Por el bienestar animal: Una gran responsabilidad. cubadebate.cu Todo lo preceptuado sobre los animales de compañía y especialmente para los perros está definido en el Decreto Ley, en base a una real garantía del bienestar animal. Sin embargo, se violan sus artículos, porque los propietarios creen que son optativos y no obligaciones. Muchos pueden ser los ejemplos que tenemos para comentarles y explicarles como se incumplen.
(2026-04-26). Para Orbán el futuro pertenece a los patriotas e insta a una profunda renovación de la estructura partidaria antiglobalista. strategic-culture.su
(2026-04-26). Statement from the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) in support of "My Signature for the Homeland" radiohc.cu The Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) reiterates its strongest and most unconditional support for the Cuban civil society movement "My Signature for the Homeland" / "Mi firma por la Patria" ⚪ an initiative in response to the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the #UnitedStates, as well as the smear campaigns, media attacks and ongoing hybrid warfare.
(2026-04-26). Oriente e Occidente tra geografia e ideologia. strategic-culture.su La ridondante retorica da scontro tra civiltà che sta accompagnando la nuova aggressione all'Iran rende necessaria la chiarificazione di alcuni termini utilizzati spesso a sproposito dai mezzi di informazioni occidentali. Qui si cercherà in particolare di interpretare e dare un senso storico e spirituale reale ai concetti di "Oriente" e "Occidente".