(2026-03-02). Death toll from girls' school attack in Iran surges to 148. dawn.com • Israeli military says 'unaware of the attack' | • US claims strike reports being looked into | • Malala urges all states, parties to 'safeguard schools' | PARIS: The death toll from the Israeli While Iranian officials claimed the attack on the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls' elementary school in the Minab city killed m…
thedailybeast.com (2026-03-02). U.S. 'Secretary of War' Bizarrely Claims: 'We Didn't Start This War'"This is not a so-called regime change war, but the regime sure did change and the world is better off for it," Hegseth crowed. He also rolled out his usual spiel, railing against "politically correct wars" and saying that the Iran offensive is bound by "no stupid rules of engagement." The address was the first from the Pentagon since December 2 last year.The Daily Beast is usually one of the dumbest news sites around, but in this rare instance they were able to point out the folly of the so-called Department of War's idiocies.
(2026-03-02). Going To War, Again, For Israel. popularresistance.org Once again, America is going to war for Israel. Once again, many will die for the Zionist state, including American service members. Once again, we will stumble blindly into a military fiasco. Once again, we will do the bidding of a foreign power whose interests are not our interests, but whose lobbyists have bought up our political class, including Donald Trump. Once again, we will violate the U.N. charter by attacking a country that does not pose an imminent threat. | This is not our war. This is part of Israel's demented vision of Greater Israel, of dominating the Middle East. But Israel needs our military, ou…
(2026-03-02). US-Israeli War on Iran Is Not about Nuclear Weapons. It's about Imperialism. globalresearch.ca The US and Israel are waging a war of aggression against Iran. Non-existent "nuclear weapons" are the absurd fig leaf. Trump and Netanyahu admitted they want regime change, to put a puppet in Tehran. ; ⚪ To read this article in the …
(2026-03-02). LIVE UPDATES | US fighter jet crashes in Kuwait; explosions rock Dubai and Abu Dhabi 16 Hours later as Hezbollah joins war against Israel. ptcnews.tv LIVE UPDATES | US-Israel-Iran War enters Day 3: The conflict between Israel, the United States and Iran entered its third day on Monday, with large-scale military operations escalating acro | LIVE UPDATES…
al.com (2026-03-01). Iran fires missiles at Israel and Gulf states after US-Israeli strike kills Khamenei
Rescue workers and military personnel survey the scene of a direct hit a day after an Iranian missile struck in Tel Aviv, Israel, Sunday, March 1, 2026.
"You have crossed our red line and must pay the price," Iran's parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf said in a televised address Sunday. "We will deliver such devastating blows that you yourselves will be driven to beg."
aljazeera.com (2026-03-01). Thousands in Iran mourn Khamenei's killing
Thousands of mourners have gathered in the centre of Iran's capital after the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the opening salvo of a massive attack by the United States and Israel.
(2026-03-02). Khamenei's assassination brings world to precipice of chaos. dawn.com • Iran confirms supreme leader's death, declares 40-day mourning | • Hospital targeted as Israeli missiles pound Tehran, other areas for second day; retaliatory strikes kill 9 in Israel | • US claims sinking 9 Iranian warships, B-2 bombers target missile sites; 3 American troops killed | • Shipping paralysed as IRGC closes Strait of Hormuz | • Trump says war on Iran 'could last four weeks'; Tehran still open to talks, insists on 'no limit' to self-defence | JERUSALEM: The
(2026-03-02). 5 takeaways from the first 2 days of US-Israel war against Iran. scmp.com The United States and Israel's military campaign against Iran entered a more volatile phase on Sunday, with Washington reporting its first casualties, Tehran widening retaliatory strikes across the region, and energy markets bracing for shock after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. | The conflict — triggered by US-Israeli strikes that killed Iran's supreme leader and senior officials — is rapidly reshaping regional security calculations and global economic outlooks.
(2026-03-02). Global selloff deepens: UK stocks hammered by Iran conflict. moderndiplomacy.eu UK stock indexes fell on Monday amid a global selloff due to rising oil prices linked to escalating military conflict in the Middle East. Oil prices surged nearly 8% after Iranian retaliatory attacks disrupted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz following the bombing that killed Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. While British oil companies like …
(2026-03-02). Oil prices surge as Middle East tensions threaten global supply routes. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Global oil markets jumped sharply on Monday following US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran's retaliatory attacks across the region, intensifying fears of supply disruptions in one of the world's most critical energy corridors.Traders reacted swiftly to the escalating conflict, betting that crude shipments from Iran and other key Middle Eastern producers could slow significantly or even face temporary shutdowns if hostilities persist. The situation has been compounded by reported attacks on vessels moving through the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow gateway linking the Persian Gulf to global market…
(2026-03-02). Global oil lifeline in jeopardy? Iran strikes tankers as Hormuz Strait freezes trade | Khamenei, War. hindustantimes.com Iran has reportedly launched a retaliatory strike targeting an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, intensifying fears of a major disruption to global energy markets. The Palau-flagged tanker 'Skylight' was attacked near Oman's Musandam peninsula, prompting the evacuation of all 20 crew members, including 15 Indian nationals. Oman confirmed the rescue operation and reported additional drone-related security incidents near the Port of Duqm. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime chokepoint handling nearly 20 percent of global oil supply, has witnessed a sharp slowdown in shipping traffic following the escalation…
(2026-03-02). Wars and Rumors of Wars: Trump and Netanyahu Open the Gates of Hell. globalresearch.ca So now the die is cast and the United States has joined Israel in an unprovoked attack on a non-threatening Iran to destroy its military capabilities and to bring about regime change. | This is a major mis-step that could easily …
(2002-03-26). US warplanes crash in Kuwait as Iran declares it 'will not negotiate' with Washington. tribune.com.pk 
Several American warplanes crashed in Kuwait on Monday morning, Kuwait's defence ministry said, as Iran pressed on with a third day of strikes in the Gulf. | "Several US warplanes crashed this morning. Confirming that all crew members survived," a defence ministry spokesman said in a statement, adding that the cause was under investigation. | "Authorities immediately initiated search and rescue operations, evacuating the crews and transporting them to a hospital for medical evaluation and treatment. He noted that their condition is stable," the statement added. | A US F-15 fighter jet crashes in Kuwait; possib…
(2002-03-26). Israel widens war with strikes on Tehran, Beirut as Trump signals weeks-long Iran campaign. tribune.com.pk 
Israel launched new air strikes targeting Tehran and expanded its military campaign to include attacks on Iran-backed Hezbollah fighters in Lebanon on Monday, as US President Donald Trump signalled the US-Israeli military assault on Iranian targets could continue for weeks. | Israel said it was attacking sites connected to Lebanon's Shia Muslim armed group Hezbollah, one of Tehran's principal allies in the Middle East, after Hezbollah acknowledged launching missiles and drones toward Israel in retaliation for the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. | BREAKING: Israel has launched strikes on Dahiyeh,…
(2026-03-02). US warplanes crash in Kuwait, 555 Iranians killed in assault. newarab.com 
Several US warplanes crashed in The three fighter jets were mistakenly downed by friendly Kuwaiti fire Monday during an Iranian air assault, the US military confirmed. | Earlier on Monday, one video shared and verified by CNN a…
(2026-03-02). Israeli-American Attack on Iran: A Prelude to Middle East's Destruction. ummid.com The latest attacks by Iran and Israel on each other is no longer just a traditional fight of words between the two countries, but is leading to a permanent change in the geographical and political map of the Middle East.
(2026-03-02). Preliminary Notes on a Planned Decapitation. counterpunch.org 
Trump has done the world a service. He has abandoned pretense and clarified the true nature of American power. There is no longer any need to manufacture a case for war, to make an attack seem conform to international law and treaties or to demonstrate its righteousness by acting as part of an international coalition. Now America can do what it wants to whomever it wants solely because the people who run its government want to. This has, of course, almost always been the case behind the curtain of diplomatic niceties. But Trump has ripped those curtains down and now the world is seeing American power in the raw:…
(2026-03-02). In US strikes on Iran, North Korea sees nuclear vindication. scmp.com Kim Jong-un will have seen the footage. A supreme leader of nearly 37 years, killed alongside members of his own family. Citizens celebrating in the streets. Rivals already angling for a role in the political transition. | If the US-Israeli strike that killed Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei on Saturday was intended to send a message to the world, analysts say North Korea almost certainly received it.
(2026-03-02). Another US-Israel Sucker Punch. globalresearch.ca The United States and Israel have shamed themselves, their militaries, and their nation states.
(2026-03-02). After 900 strikes with Israel, Trump agrees to talks with Iran's new leaders amid rising casualties. hindustantimes.com After unleashing nearly 900 joint strikes with Israel, Donald Trump now says he's "agreed to talk" to Iran's new leadership—even as missiles still rain down on U.S. bases and Gulf cities. CENTCOM confirms American casualties, Erbil shakes under fresh night attacks, and Oman scrambles to drag Washington and Tehran back from the brink. Meanwhile, Iran's foreign minister warns Khamenei's assassination has made this war "more dangerous, more complicated" than ever.
(2026-03-02). Neither preemptive nor legal, US-Israeli strikes on Iran have blown up international law. asiapacificreport.nz 
ANALYSIS: By Shannon Brincat and Juan Zahir Naranjo Cáceres The joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran represent a further erosion of the international legal order. Under international law, these attacks are neither preemptive nor lawful. Israel and the United States launched Operation Shield of Judah and Operation Epic Fury while diplomatic negotiations between Washington and Tehran…
(2026-03-02). Decapitation attacks don't work against strong countries. infobrics.org Iran will likely continue escalating until it reaches a situation safe enough for future negotiations.
(2026-03-02). Iran Strikes Could Nudge North Korea Back to the Negotiating Table with Trump. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, which killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, are sending reverberations far beyond the Middle East. Experts suggest the attacks could influence North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's calculus regarding nuclear negotiations with Donald Trump. Pyongyang has long pursued nuclear weapons as a strategic deterrent, and the Iranian operation underscores …
(2026-03-02). Operation Roaring Lion: A Battle for Global Security. devdiscourse.com Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has unequivocally stated that Iran's nuclear and missile ambitions present a significant threat to global security. He emphasized that Israel's military efforts, currently encapsulated in Operation Roaring Lion, are designed not only to protect Israel but also to ensure global peace.
(2026-03-02). 10 dead in Karachi, 2 in Islamabad as protests erupt countrywide following Iran supreme leader's assassination. dawn.com KARACHI/LAHORE/GILGIT/ISLAMABAD/DI KHAN: Ten people were killed in Karachi and two in Islamabad as protests erupted countrywide against the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in The situation warranted Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to issue an appeal, urging people to remain peaceful. | "Today is a sorrowful day for the entire Muslim ummah, Pakistan's public and Iran's public," he said in a video statement. | Stating that every Pakistani citizen was as aggrieved as Iranians, Naqvi said, "My only request is that we a…
(2026-03-02). We memorize so we are not erased. electronicintifada.net Memorizing the Quran in Gaza has taken on new meaning during the genocide.
(2026-03-02). PATRICK LAWRENCE: Germany Learns From the IDF. consortiumnews.com The Israelis are to teach Germans how to use artificial intelligence based on the I.D.F.'s experience in Gaza, where, among other things, it used A.I. to identify targets, guide drones, and conduct remote assassinations. By Patrick Lawrence Special to Consortium News…
(2026-03-02). Gazans fear they will be unseen victims of Israel-US war on Iran. newarab.com 
For Palestinians in the
(2026-03-02). 'Gaza Genocide': Priyanka Gandhi's advice to PM Modi ahead of Knesset Address. ummid.com Congress leader and Wayanad MP, Priyanka Gandhi, has asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to seek justice for the Palestinian victims of Gaza Genocide during his address to the Israeli Parliament Knesset.
(2026-03-02). Iran, Epstein, and Human Sacrifice. dissidentvoice.org Everywhere the ceremony of innocence is drowned. — W.B. Yeats, "The Second Coming" Today the Trump Administration, at the behest of the decrepit Netanyahu government, was instrumental in the bombing of a girls' elementary school, killing 57 children. Let that sink in. Journey to the center of the world of American leaders' madness and ruin …
(2026-03-02). The Epstein Saga: capitolo 8, il Leone Nero. strategic-culture.su Black ha pagato un prezzo molto alto in termini di immagine, ma non in termini di ricchezza, poiché il suo patrimonio personale è ancora stimato in miliardi di dollari. | Segue nostro Il miliardario e l'ombra | Pagamenti milionari a un pedofilo condannato, relazioni opache, accuse devastanti e dimissioni eccellenti. La parabola pubblica di Leon Black, cofondatore di Apollo Global Management, è la storia di come l'élite finanziaria americ…
(2026-03-02). Venezuela-Cuba Mutual Friendship and Solidarity Movement denounces imperialist offensive. radiohc.cu The Venezuela-Cuba Mutual Friendship and Solidarity Movement has once again raised its voice to denounce before the international community the new imperialist offensive that seeks to undermine the peace and sovereignty of Cuba. | From the birthplace of Simón Bolívar and Hugo Chávez, guided by the indomitable spirit of the Cuban independence fighters, "we condemn the recent attempts to introduce armed groups and destabilizing agents into Cuban territory," the solidarity organization stated in a press release. | The statement indicated that these actions, financed by the extreme right based in the United States, a…
(2026-03-02). Trump's War on Iran Violates International Law & U.S. Constitution: War Crimes Prosecutor Reed Brody. democracynow.org 
The United States and Israel launched a devastating war against Iran on Saturday without approval by the U.S. Congress or support from the United Nations Security Council, making President Donald Trump's attack illegal under both domestic and international law, says veteran war crimes prosecutor Reed Brody. | "The U.N. Charter is not ambiguous," says Brody. "President Trump has presumptively committed … the international crime of aggression, as he did in Venezuela and just as Vladimir Putin did in Ukraine."…
(2026-03-02). US Activists Call for Demonstration to Demand President Maduro's Release. orinocotribune.com 
In the United States, grassroots organizations and activist Roger Waters are calling for a mobilization this Tuesday, March 3, in Brooklyn, New York City, to demand the release of First Lady Cilia Flores and President Nicolás Maduro, denouncing their illegal detention. | The mobilization, which is expected to bring together various social organizations, will demand the release of the presidential couple on the two-month anniversary of the military attack carried out by US forces in Venezuela. The march is scheduled at 5: 30 p.m. (local time) with the meeting point in front of the Metropolitan Detention Center, loc…
(2026-03-02). UAE Wants To Partner With Rosatom In Financing International Nuclear Power Projects. infobrics.org The United Arab Emirates is discussing involvement in the Russian state atomic energy corporation Rosatom's projects in third countries, including Türkiye, as an investor…
(2026-03-02). China, Saudi Arabia urge restraint as Pakistan, Afghanistan go to 'open war'. ummid.com China, Saudi Arabia and a number of other countries along with the United Nation (UN) have urged restraint as Pakistan and Afghanistan went into, what the two countries are calling, 'open war'.
(2026-03-02). Erdogan Condemns US-Israel Attacks on Iran: A Call for Diplomacy. devdiscourse.com On Monday, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan fiercely criticized U.S. and Israeli military actions against Iran, labeling them as a 'clear violation' of international law and emphasizing Turkey's solidarity with Iran amid escalating conflicts.
(2026-03-02). BREAKING: RFK Jr. Pushes Back on Trump's Glyphosate Executive Order. globalresearch.ca "Pesticides are poison. They're designed to kill all life. It's not a good thing to have in your food." | President Trump recently
(2026-03-02). We've Been Here Before, and We Know What Comes Next. portside.org We've Been Here Before, and We Know What Comes Next |
(2026-03-02). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Feb. 22 – Feb. 28). ecns.cn China has expressed grave concern over Saturday's military strikes launched by the United States and Israel against Iran, calling for an immediate cessation of military actions.
(2026-03-02). Sunday Science: What Your DNA Reveals About the Sex Life of Neanderthals. portside.org Sunday Science: What Your DNA Reveals About the Sex Life of Neanderthals |
(2026-03-02). 8 Red Flags Investors See in Startup Feasibility Studies. moguldom.com Founders often treat a feasibility study as proof their idea will work. But investors treat it very differently. A feasibility study isn't about your grand vision — it's about spotting risks. If your study is riddled with such warning signs, it can undermine your fundraising readiness and turn investors away. Below are eight major red flags investors …
(2026-03-02). Israel Wants Ability to Attack Anyone at Any Time: Israeli Analyst Ori Goldberg. democracynow.org 
As we continue our coverage of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, we speak with Israeli analyst Ori Goldberg in Tel Aviv. He says "there is a broad embrace of this attack" among Israelis, bringing together the country's liberal, right-wing, religious and settler groups. | "They all seem to agree, broadly and deeply, that this war is inevitable," says Goldberg, who adds that nobody has articulated a clear strategic vision for the war. "Israel, over the past two-and-a-half years, has become exceedingly greedy. It doesn't want to commit itself to anything. What Israel is fighting…
(2026-03-02). Will robots cut need for surgeons. ecns.cn For now, doctors are still indispensable, not only as operators of machines but as interpreters of uncertainty."ÄÄ"ÄÄ"The danger is not that AI will replace doctors overnight.
(2026-03-02). Delhi Court gives clean chit to Kejriwal, Sisodia; raps CBI. ummid.com In a major setback to investigations, a Delhi Court Friday February 27, 2026 acquitted Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia in Delhi liquor excise duty case.
(2026-03-02). China's national legislature to hold press conference ahead of annual session. ecns.cn The National People's Congress (NPC), China's national legislature, will hold a press conference on Wednesday, one day ahead of the opening of its annual session, according to an official statement on Monday.
(2026-03-02). The US/Israeli Attack Was to Prevent Peace Not Advance It. counterpunch.org 
(2026-03-02). Local Hajj Registration 2026 Starts: Where and How to Apply. ummid.com The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Saudi Arabia has started from Monday Ramadan6, 1447H (February 23, 2025) through online registration system 'Nusuk' registration and application process for the domestic and local pilgrims who wish to perform Hajj in the year 2026 (1447 AH).
(2026-03-02). The Hidden History of Native American Enslavement. portside.org The Hidden History of Native American Enslavement |
(2026-03-02). Headlines for March 2, 2026. democracynow.org U.S. and Israel Launch Joint Attack on Iran, Killing Supreme Leader and Hundreds of Civilians, Trump Calls for Regime Change in Iran, Says U.S. Attacks Could Continue for Weeks, Iran Retaliates with Drone and Missile Strikes on Israel, Gulf Nations, Israel Bombs Beirut and Southern Lebanon, Killing at Least 31, U.K.'s Starmer Approves U.S. Strikes from British Bases as Spain's Sánchez Condemns Attack on Iran, Russia, China Condemn Iran Strikes in Emergency Meeting of U.N. Security Council, Congress Moves to Take Up War Powers Resolution After Trump Begins Bombing Iran, 24 Killed in Pakistan as Protesters…
(2026-03-02). The EV Tax Bombshell Coming Down The Road. wattsupwiththat.com Millions of electric car drivers in Britain were spied on by the government through their mobile phones as part of a "bizarre nanny state" plan, it can be revealed.
(2026-03-02). Pentagon says no intelligence Iran planned to attack US first. newarab.com 
The United States and Israel
(2026-03-02). The Shadow Campaign Behind The Iran Strike. popularresistance.org As President Donald Trump draws the country into hostilities with Iran, shadowy conservative groups working to gut consumer protections, slash climate policy, roll back abortion rights, and push America to the far right have also been pouring millions into influential think tanks advocating for regime change in the country. | While overthrowing Iran's government could risk prolonged instability and bloodshed in the region, the efforts could please the neoconservative billionaires and benefit the fossil fuel interests funneling dark money to the think tanks.
(2026-03-02). Iraq: Women's rights activist Yanar Mohammed killed by gunmen. newarab.com 
Mohammed was reportedly killed after two unidentified According to l…
(2026-03-02). Explosion seen in downtown Tel Aviv of Israel. ecns.cn The United States and Israel on Saturday launched "major combat operations" against Iran, claiming that the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed.
(2026-03-02). Al Jazeera reports from Beirut as residents flee following Israeli strikes. aljazeera.com Tens of thousands of Lebanese civilians are leaving areas in Beirut following Israeli strikes and forced displacement.
(2026-03-02). "Endless War" with no rules after Khamenei's assassination. unitedworldint.com A view from Cairo, Egypt The moment of truth has arrived. The voices of diplomacy are no longer heard, and the sounds of gunfire drown out all others. President Donald Trump is living in a state of euphoria after his success in assassinating Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and some of his commanders. Neighboring countries …
(2026-03-02). US-Cuba Stalemate: Sovereignty, Sanctions and Shadow of Intervention. ummid.com For Cuba and the United States, the path forward likely lies not in pressure alone nor in rhetorical escalation, but in negotiated coexistence.
(2026-03-02). Israeli strike Lebanon after Hezbollah says it launched rockets. newarab.com 
The The Israeli military said that "in response to
(2026-03-02). Minab school massacre hands off the children of Iran, Donald Trump. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Eugene Doyle When I heard the terrible news that the Americans and Israelis had killed more than 165 children this week in an elementary school in Minab in Southern Iran it took me back to a wonderful day I spent in Isfahan in 2018. I met lots of Iranian school children and their…
(2026-03-02). Iran continues to strike Gulf in retaliation to US-Israel war. newarab.com 
The US—Israeli campaign has struck military, political and infrastructure targets across Iran since the weekend, including the assassination of
(2026-03-02). This week in history: March 2-8. wsws.org Fireworks explosion kills 50 children in China; Spanish police massacre workers in Vitoria; Iranian prime minister assassinated; Germany places demands on League of Nations…
(2026-03-02). Samsung Unpacks Galaxy S26 Series: What's New? ummid.com Samsung Electronics Wednesday February 26, 2026 unpacked the Galaxy S26 series which is powered by the most intuitive, proactive and adaptive Galaxy AI1 experiences yet and designed to simplify the tasks people do on their phones every day.
(2026-03-02). Sayyed Ali Khamenei: Rest in power!! workers.org 
Sayyed Ali Khamenei Workers World Party, based in the United States, extends to the people of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the people of the whole world our revolutionary solidarity and heartfelt condolences on the treacherous assassination of the great Iranian leader of the Islamic Revolution Sayyed Ali Khamenei . . . |
(2026-03-02). Watch: Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus align on Feb 28. ummid.com Six planets – Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn and Uranus are said to line up, forming what is called as Planetary Parade, on Saturday February 28, 2026.
(2026-03-02). RSS Chief's Latest Diatribe Against Muslims, Christians. ummid.com The calls for 'Ghar Wapasi' and films like Kerala Story 1 and 2 are a total violation of the values of the Indian Constitution and Indian ethos…
(2026-03-02). Saudi military raises readiness levels after Iran drone attacks. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia's military raised its readiness levels after The massive The complex run by the Saudi stat…
(2026-03-02). Personal Finance Tech Trends: What to Expect in Mobile Banking. moguldom.com The way we handle money is changing faster than most of us can keep up with. Not too long ago, the idea of carrying a bank in your pocket felt like a futuristic dream. Today, it is just reality. We check our balances while waiting for coffee and move money between accounts while sitting on …
(2026-03-02). Pennsylvania residents, students protest and speak out in support of "Quakertown 5" wsws.org Residents at a protest in Doylestown condemned the police and immigration Gestapo.
(2026-03-02). Cuba's Women's Football Team Emerges Victorious Against Curacao. radiohc.cu Havana, March 1 (RHC) — Cuba secured its first victory in the Concacaf qualifiers by defeating Curacao 3-0 and takes the lead in Group E. | With three penalty goals converted by Katheryn Rodriguez, the Cuban women's national team, coached by Elizabeth Cuff, demonstrated their superiority by creating more scoring opportunities and ultimately deciding a match that remained close until the first penalty kick. | With this result, Cuba reached four points in Group E of the qualifying competition. Their first match in this phase ended in a 2-2 draw against Saint Kitts and Nevis. | This qualifying tournament is div…
(2026-03-02). Travel Shares Plunge as U.S.-Iran Conflict Sends Flights Into Turmoil. moderndiplomacy.eu Shares in the global travel sector fell sharply Monday as escalating U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Iran disrupted flights worldwide, forced the closure of key Middle Eastern hubs, and sent oil prices soaring. Airports in Dubai the world's busiest international hub and Doha were closed for a third consecutive day, stranding tens of thousands …
(2026-03-02). Expert: West uses Ukraine as battering ram in fight against Russia. eng.belta.by The West chose Ukraine as the battering ram in the fight against Russia, historian Yevgeny Spitsyn said in the latest episode of the V Teme [On Point] project on BelTA's YouTube channel.
(2026-03-02). Netanyahu will never thank the pilots who are risking their lives for his war against Iran. haaretz.com Netanyahu rushed to brand the new war against Iran in Likud colours, using the war to weave the tapestry of his election campaign. But when the war is over, Israelis will face a different threat: the coalition's threat to Israeli democracy…
(2026-03-02). Tech CEOs boast about AI-driven mass layoffs. wsws.org While announcing the elimination of 4,000 jobs, Block CEO Jack Dorsey said, "the intelligence tools we're creating and using … are enabling a new way of working which fundamentally changes what it means to build and run a company," while Ladders CEO Marc Cenedella, warned, "When things crystallize like this, it brings out the pitchforks and the torches."
(2026-03-02). 'Dubai's Nightmare': Iranian Strikes Shatter Calm Of UAE Business Hub. popularresistance.org Iran unleashed a furious missile and drone assault across the Arabian Gulf on Saturday in response to a surprise US-Israeli attack, but one city in particular appeared to bear the brunt of it: Dubai. | The Gulf emirate, one of seven in the UAE, is the region's good-time capital, where lucrative business deals can be sealed and celebrated. On Saturday, it was engulfed in billowing smoke and flames as missiles and drones rained down on it. | The strikes have more than just geopolitical significance, denting Dubai's reputation for being an oasis of calm and commerce in the Middle East.
(2026-03-02). Canada Moves to Begin Euthanizing Citizens with 'Pre-Approval'. globalresearch.ca Canada's Liberal government is taking another major step toward expanding the nation's already-controversial "assisted suicide" program, this time pushing for citizens to be euthanized with "pre-approval," eliminating one of the last remaining safeguards against involuntary death. | Health Canada has released …
(2026-03-02). Trump's attack on immigrants and students continues with abduction of Ellie Aghayeva from Columbia University. wsws.org The abduction of Columbia student Ellie Aghayeva by ICE was meant to terrorize immigrants and students and force the universities to suppress opposition to war in the Middle East.
(2026-03-02). With the Gulf lighting up, oil emerges as Pakistan's biggest economic risk. dawn.com If the war between Iran and the United States escalates, the single biggest economic threat to Pakistan will come from oil. | Brent crude settled around $72.5 a barrel on Friday, already up nearly 19 per cent year-to-date, according to CNBC. Rumours are swirling of oil touching $100. | For Pakistan, even modest increases carry heavy consequences. | For every $10 rise in oil prices, the current account deficit increases by roughly $1.5—$2 billion, explains former chief executive officer of the Pakistan Business Council, Ehsan Malik. | "If prices were to climb to $100, the deficit could expand by $5—$7b…
(2026-03-02). UK working on plans to help its citizens leave Gulf countries. newarab.com 
(2026-03-02). Amazon's AWS reports outage after UAE data centre struck. newarab.com 
Amazon's cloud-computing unit's facilities in the Middle East were facing power and connectivity issues on Monday, the company said, after its Two of Amazon Cloud Unit's zones, which are clusters of data centres, in t…
(2026-03-02). Israel Pounds Lebanese Capital After Hezbollah Takes Credit for Rocket Fire at Haifa. news.antiwar.com Israel is attacking the Lebanese capital city of Beirut this evening after Hezbollah reportedly took credit for rocket fire against the Israeli city of Haifa. Israeli warplanes have also hit multiple other sites across southern and eastern Lebanon today, including the Bekaa Valley and the Nabatieh District. Details about the extent of the damage in …
(2026-03-02). CENTCOM: US fighter jets shot down in friendly-fire incident over Kuwait. moderndiplomacy.eu Kuwait's air defenses accidentally shot down three U. S. F-15 fighter jets during active combat with Iran, according to U. S. Central Command. All six crew members onboard safely ejected and have been rescued in stable condition. The incident happened amidst attacks from Iranian aircraft, ballistic missiles, and drones. Kuwait has acknowledged the mistake, and …
(2026-03-02). CPC to award July 1 Medal to mark founding anniversary. ecns.cn The Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee will confer the July 1 Medal, the highest honor in the CPC, to mark the 105th anniversary of the founding of the CPC, according to an official circular made public Sunday.
(2026-03-02). Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei Confirmed Dead. popularresistance.org Iran confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei early on March 1. Khamenei, along with several members of his family, was killed in the US-Israeli airstrikes carried out against sites across Iran on February 28. In addition to the Supreme Leader, over 200 Iranians have been killed, including several top officials and commanders, and hundreds have been injured. Iran has declared 40 days of national mourning and mass demonstrations have broken out in cities across the country against the US-Israeli strikes.
(2026-03-02). Starmer says US can use UK bases for missile strikes on Iran. newarab.com 
British Prime Minister But in a video address posted to social media, he added: "We were not involved in the initial strikes on
(2026-03-02). SPL 25/26 MW24: Al-Nassr rocks, but Ronaldo further down in Top Scorers List. ummid.com Al-Nassr Saudi FC is leading as the top team in the SPL 2025-26 standings but its Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo has slipped further down the top goal scorers' list released after Matchweek 24 ended Sunday March 01, 2026.
(2026-03-02). Construction of terminal in Murmansk discussed at meeting. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko discussed with Russia's Murmansk Oblast Governor Andrei Chibis the project to build a Belarusian terminal in Murmansk. The governor shared details with journalists following the meeting.
(2026-03-02). Pakistan deploys troops after deadly Iran strike protests. newarab.com 
Pakistani authorities deployed troops and imposed a three-day curfew before dawn Monday in the northern cities of Gilgit and Skardu after several people died and tens were injured in Thousands of
(2026-03-02). Energy chaos in Mideast: Major oil and gas sites shut after strikes. moderndiplomacy.eu Saudi Arabia closed its largest oil refinery, the Ras Tanura, on Monday due to a drone strike amid rising tensions in the Middle East following Israeli and U. S. military actions and Iranian responses. This escalation resulted in precautionary shutdowns of oil and gas facilities throughout the region, disrupting oil production in Iraqi Kurdistan and …
(2026-03-02). Lukashenko: The memory of the Great Victory must be honored. eng.belta.by The memory of the Great Victory must be cherished and in no case discarded, as some states are trying to do, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said during the meeting with Governor of Russia's Murmansk Oblast Andrei Chibis on 2 March.
(2026-03-02). Gauteng upgrades roads across the province. sanews.gov.za Gauteng upgrades roads across the province | The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has commenced implementing priority road rehabilitation projects across various regions of the province as part of the 2026 Light Road Rehabilitation Programme. | The programme is aimed at strengthening proactive road maintenance through targeted interventions that improve road safety, enhance mobility, and preserve critical road infrastructure that underpins economic activity and service delivery across Gauteng. | According to MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale‚ÄëTlabela, priority routes have been…
(2026-03-02). Iran's wrath exposed with over 824-strike barrage turning half Mid-East into a war zone | UAE, Qatar. hindustantimes.com Iran's retaliatory barrage has transformed vast stretches of the Middle East into an active war zone. After U.S.—Israeli strikes under Operation "Epic Fury," Tehran launched more than 800 missiles and drones across the region, targeting Israel and U.S. bases in Gulf host nations. Explosions and intercepts were reported from Abu Dhabi to Doha, with civilian air traffic disrupted and defense systems pushed into overdrive. Gulf governments condemned the strikes as aggression, while Iran vowed punishment. As missiles continue to criss-cross borders, the region now faces an unpredictable and dangerous new phase.
(2026-03-02). China's chilling war cry echoes: PLA goes hyper-aggressive while Iran burns in US-Israeli fury. hindustantimes.com China's "China Military Bugle" account released a PLA video on March 1 with the caption "Prepare For War At Any Time," saying it showcased air-to-air dogfighting training involving fighter jets from the PLA Air Force and PLA Navy.
(2026-03-02). Flint UAW local cancels anti-ICE protest. wsws.org UAW L.598 officials claimed they cancelled the event out of concern for the "safety of our members" without citing any specific threats.
(2026-03-02). Hongkonger fights in Ukraine as diaspora marks grim anniversary. globalvoices.org 
(2026-03-02). America's Criminal War with Iran. globalresearch.ca United States is addicted to wars, invasions, regime change, coups, sabotage and assassinations of leaders of other weaker countries.
(2026-03-02). France and Germany Forge New Path in Nuclear Defense Collaboration. devdiscourse.com France and Germany unveiled plans to strengthen their nuclear deterrence cooperation on Monday, marking a notable change in European defense strategy as the continent confronts escalating threats from Russia and instability tied to the Iran conflict.
(2026-03-02). Joint sitting of parliament rescheduled. dawn.com 
⚪ PEOPLE gather in large numbers for an anti-US and Israel protest in Skardu.—AFP | • Political leaders across country denounce Khamenei's assassination, express solidarity with Iran | • Session to be held at 3pm instead of 10: 30am amid tight security | ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's leadership and political circles on Sunday strongly condemned the
(2026-03-02). Where do European states stand on US-Israeli assault on Iran. newarab.com 
European powers – particularly France, German…
(2026-03-02). Lebanon bans Hezbollah's 'illegal' military activities. newarab.com 
(2026-03-02). US shipbuilding revival looks dead in the water, China's Li Yanqing says. scmp.com Li Yanqing, executive vice-president and secretary general of the China Association of the National Shipbuilding Industry (Cansi), discusses the impact of US trade policies, global market cycles and China's strategic pivot towards high-quality manufacturing. | As a shipbuilding veteran who also serves as chairman of the ISO/TC 8 ships and marine technology committee, which oversees international standardisation for shipbuilding and marine operations, Li is a prominent voice for China's industry on…
(2026-03-02). Wang Chuqin, Sun Yingsha capture men's, women's singles titles at WTT Singapore Smash. ecns.cn China reaffirmed its supremacy in singles competition on Sunday, with top-ranked Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha lifting the men's and women's trophies, respectively, at the WTT Singapore Smash.
(2026-03-02). Balen Shah: Rapper, mayor, Nepal's next prime minister? aljazeera.com His sunglasses and songs are the rage, but the ex-Kathmandu mayor has his sights on Nepal's top job.
(2026-03-02). Dreaming of European "trade bazooka" against Trump is a pipe dream. infobrics.org Trump could turn off the gas tap to Europe.
(2026-03-02). From street staple to global sensation: the overseas journey of Chongqing Spicy Noodles. ecns.cn For Chongqing natives Yang Sichun and Hu Min, that taste of home comes to life in London. The duo co-founded "Taste of Chongqing".
(2026-03-02). Dr Willie Soon reveals the real driver of climate change in new video. onlineopinion.com.au Is climate science ignoring the obvious? A 12-minute case for the Sun as the main driver.
(2026-03-02). Proposed agenda unveiled for annual session of China's top political advisory body. ecns.cn The main agenda proposed for the upcoming fourth session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, China's top political advisory body, was unveiled on Sunday.
(2026-03-02). Houthis express solidarity with Iran but do not launch retaliatory attacks—yet. longwarjournal.org Houthi leader Abdulmalik al Houthi has delivered speeches in support of the Islamic Republic of Iran since the start of the US-Israeli military campaign, but he has not yet announced specific retaliatory military action. Instead, the Houthis have officially called for mass demonstrations and increased media activity in support of the regime. However, officials from the Iran-backed group have told media outlets that it will resume attacks against Israel and Red Sea shipping.
(2026-03-02). Trump 'very disappointed' in Starmer over air base refusal. moderndiplomacy.eu Donald Trump expressed disappointment with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for initially denying the U. S. permission to use the Diego Garcia air base for strikes on Iran. The Daily Telegraph reported that Starmer later agreed to allow the U. S. to conduct "defensive" strikes against Iranian targets. In an interview, Trump said it took …
(2026-03-02). Well-being of people high on China's agenda. ecns.cn He said that more concrete efforts should be made to extend basic, inclusive and safety-net public support for the well-being of residents, and adopt pragmatic approaches in addressing the immediate concerns of the people.
(2026-03-02). Number of Children Turning to AI Chatbots for Mental Health 'Therapy' Surges. globalresearch.ca A new national survey reveals a stark shift in how teenagers are dealing with emotional and psychological struggles, with growing numbers turning not to parents, teachers, or professionals, but to artificial intelligence. | According to a
(2026-03-02). Multiple roads closed in Karachi's West, South districts over prevailing security situation. dawn.com The Karachi Traffic Police closed multiple roads in the city's West and South districts on Monday, in view of the prevailing security situation. | Ten people were
(2026-03-02). From Bahrain close calls to Cyprus terror: IRGC drags Britain into Khamenei's fiery reckoning. hindustantimes.com Britain has disclosed it was pulled closer to the frontline of Iran's retaliatory campaign after Defence Secretary John Healey said at least two Iranian missiles were fired in the direction of Cyprus, home to UK military bases, though London believes the bases were not the intended target. Healey said the incident underlined what he called the "indiscriminate" nature of Iran's retaliation and revealed that around 300 UK personnel in Bahrain were stationed within several hundred yards of where missiles struck. He also outlined Britain's defensive posture, saying RAF aircraft operating from Qatar and Cyprus are tas…
(2026-03-02). Bihar Board 12th Inter Answer Key 2026 Released, Result Soon. ummid.com The Bihar Board of Secondary Education (BSEB) has released the Answer Key (Answer Sheet) of the 12th Inter Board Exam 2026 and is set to declare the result of Class 12th Intermediate 2026 Board exams soon.
(2026-03-02). AISSEE 2026: Lists of candidates qualifying for admission to classes VI, IX released. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) Friday released the result of All India Sainik School Entrance Exam 2026 (AISSEE 2026) along with the candidates qualifying for classes VI and IX.
(2026-03-02). Hampton University, Stripped of Land Grant Status 100 Years Ago, May Get It Back. capitalbnews.org 
HAMPTON, Virginia — As part of Zuri Murphy's urban policy class at Hampton University, she was assigned a question: Do Black people deserve reparations. Murphy wrote about how reparations should be paid back to Black land grant colleges. "Reparations should be paid in part to HBCUs, since y'all are already scamming us," the graduating senior …
(2026-03-02). FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 75 New Yorkers Testify Against Buffer Zone Bills, Outnumber Those in Favor. wibailoutpeople.org alawdany@gmail.com NEW YORK, NY, February 27, 2025 — On Wednesday morning, dozens of organizations rallied on the steps of City Hall to oppose two proposed anti-protest bills — Council Speaker Julie Menin's buffer zone bill around places of worship (Int 1-A) and Councilmember Eric Dinowitz's buffer zone bill around educational facilities (Int 175-A). After the …
(2026-03-02). Mendacious rationales: the lies behind Operation Lion's Roar. onlineopinion.com.au Imminent threat, regime change, decisive strikes. Haven't we heard this before?
(2026-03-02). Selected Articles: The US Military Campaign Against Iran Is Part of Trump's Grand Strategy to "Derail China" globalresearch.ca 
(2026-03-02). Healing a region: How healthcare is bringing peace to Arauca, Colombia. globalvoices.org 
(2026-03-02). Anger on Pakistan streets, 20 dead, after US-Israel strike kills Khamenei. aljazeera.com At least 20 people killed across Pakistan as demonstrations over strike on Tehran spiral into violence.
(2026-03-02). Why are Gulf states not striking back at Iran. newarab.com 
(2026-03-02). How Does Housing Loan EMI Calculator Work? ummid.com A housing loan EMI calculator helps you estimate your monthly loan repayment based on principal loan amount, interest rate and tenure.
(2026-03-02). Global Aviation Chaos: Travel Shares Dive Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict. devdiscourse.com Travel shares experienced a dramatic drop on Monday, losing $22.6 billion due to intensified conflicts among the U.S., Israel, and Iran. This tumult has severely disrupted global flights, closed essential Middle Eastern hubs, and caused oil prices to skyrocket, with analysts predicting weeks of continuing disruption.
(2026-03-02). Netanyahu vows increasing strikes on Tehran. aljazeera.com Israel's prime minister says strikes on Tehran will increase in the coming days, with US support.
(2026-03-02). The Apologists for the Attack on Iran. dissidentvoice.org February 28, 2026. Another attack, another breach of the United Nations Charter. A gross violation of international law. As usual, a violation celebrated as ethical, necessary, and high-minded in principle by the powerful who dictate such terms. Not squalid, dangerous, destabilising. Not, apparently, following the same pattern as before: interventions in Iraq, Libya. Not, goodness, …
(2026-03-02). Kurdish Iranian opposition groups say Iran targeted them in northern Iraq, claim operations in Iran. longwarjournal.org Kurdish Iranian opposition groups say that Iran targeted their bases in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq with drones and missiles following US and Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28. The Kurdistan Freedom Party (PAK) and other groups, including PDKI and Komala, reported attacks near Erbil, Duhok, and Sulaymaniyah, with footage suggesting the use of Shahed-type drones. The US State Department condemned the strikes, while Iraq's Kurdistan Regional Government said its Peshmerga forces were also targeted. Kurdish opposition groups have also claimed that they are conducting anti-regime operations in Iran.
(2026-03-02). The Trump Regime Proves again to be the Single Largest Danger to Humanity's Future. dissidentvoice.org There were only two things that surprised me — and would have been fitting — namely that he had been dressed in military battle uniform (I predict that, as Supreme Commander, he will soon show up in that), and that he did not argue that he deserves the Nobel Peace Prize even more for what …
(2026-03-02). 'Conditions are close to combat'. Belarus' Defense Ministry on Armed Forces combat readiness check. eng.belta.by Viktor Tumar, Deputy Chief for Research of the General Staff of the Armed Forces, commented on the ongoing inspection of the combat readiness of Belarus' Armed Forces in a new episode of BelTA's project The Nation Speaks.
(2026-03-02). Sample Resolution: 'Labor Must Say No to U.S. War, ICE Terror, and Rule of Billionaire Class'. wibailoutpeople.org 
Sample Resolution: Labor Must Say No to U.S. War, ICE Terror, and Rule of Billionaire Class Whereas, on February 28, 2026, the U.S. and Israel launched a war on Iran, bombing the country's capital in Tehran and other locations, and killing hundreds of people; Whereas, this initial wave of attacks included strikes on two schools, …
(2026-03-02). Assata Shakur and Jamil Abdullah al-Amin (H. Rap Brown) Symbolized the Transformation of the Black Struggle. globalresearch.ca Assata Shakur (formerly known as Joann Chesimard) and Jamil Abdullah al-Amin (also known as H. Rap Brown) passed away during 2025…
(2026-03-02). Erbil amid the crossfire of the US-Israel war on Iran. newarab.com 
(2026-03-02). Iran confirms Ali Khamenei killed in US-Israel joint attacks. ummid.com Iran has confirmed its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei was killed in the US-Israel joint bombing on Tehran Saturday February 28, 2026.
(2026-03-02). Middle East Strikes Trigger Widespread Oil and Gas Shutdowns. moderndiplomacy.eu A wave of attacks across the Middle East has forced precautionary shutdowns of key oil and gas facilities, including Saudi Arabia's largest refinery, Israeli offshore gas fields, and oil fields in Iraqi Kurdistan. Saudi state oil giant Saudi Aramco temporarily closed its 550,000 barrels-per-day Ras Tanura refinery after intercepting two drones, which caused a small …
(2026-03-02). It's Not Enough To Abolish ICE; We Have To Abolish The Police. popularresistance.org Under Donald Trump, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has started appearing ever more like a private militia, unleashing brutal violence against families and displaying sycophantic loyalty to Trump as he mandates the dehumanizing treatment of immigrants. | In the days since January, when federal immigration agents in Minneapolis, Minnesota, killed 37-year-old Alex Pretti and 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good, it's not surprising that ICE has begun drawing even more frequent comparison to Hitler's fascist Brownshirts, the paramilitary wing of the Nazi Party.
(2026-03-02). Claudette Colvin and Rosa Parks Helped Ignite the Mass Civil Rights Movement. globalresearch.ca Two African American women in Alabama during the mid-1950s helped create the political conditions for a years-long assault on racial discrimination, mob violence and state repression…
(2026-03-02). Israel kills 31 in Lebanon, as US-Israel continue Iran strikes. newarab.com 
(2026-03-02). A rare policy alignment for exports. dawn.com The coordinated intervention by the country's monetary authorities and the banking sector to reduce export financing costs — without imposing any fiscal burden on the government — represents a rare example of policy alignment. | The initiative is part of the relief package Exporters have
(2026-03-02). successors are showing no signs of surrender — and they may push even further. haaretz.com In the long run, the people who may well succeed him are the fanatic extremists of the Revolutionary Guards, which doesn't concern itself with theological issues, but invests all its efforts in a murderous fight against Israel, the West and Sunni Arab countries…
(2026-03-02). Three die after consuming illicit liquor in Karachi's Nazimabad. dawn.com KARACHI: At least three people died in Rizvia Society of the city's Nazimabad No. 1 area after consuming toxic liquor, police said on Monday. | Sindh Inspector General (IG) Javed Alam Odho took strict notice of the incident and has sought an immediate and detailed report from the Central district senior superintendent of police (SSP), according to a statement issued by his spokesperson. | IG Odho directed that a transparent, impartial and comprehensive investigation be ensured at all costs. He further stated that the responsible elements must be identified and strict legal action taken against those involved. | A…
(2026-03-02). The Truth About Roundup Herbicide. popularresistance.org Roundup was developed in the 1970s as a non-selective herbicide, meaning it would kill almost any growing plant it touched. It was an effective burn-down herbicide farmers could apply prior to planting and it assured an almost weed-free field at the beginning of the growing season. Roundup could be used in non-agricultural situations as well, to kill weeds and grass growing in sidewalk and patio cracks, around buildings etc, but care was needed because, as noted, it was non-target and could kill whatever plant it touched.
(2026-03-02). 6 injured after blast at government dockyard in Hong Kong SAR. ecns.cn Six people were injured after a blast at a government dockyard in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) on Monday morning, according to local media reports.
(2002-03-26). Normalcy returns to Karachi after deadly protests outside US consulate leave 10 dead. tribune.com.pk 
Life in Karachi largely returned to normal on Monday, a day after at least 10 protesters were killed in clashes outside the United States consulate following the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. | Traffic remained lighter than usual during morning hours due to the closure of several educational institutions, while all routes leading to the US consulate stayed sealed for security reasons. | Authorities said business centres, offices, industrial zones and other public and semi-public institutions resumed normal operations after tensions gripped the city a day earlier. With the Unive…
(2026-03-02). New Endings: Swing against Labour. How Britain's PM Starmer Lost Greater Manchester Seat of Gorton and Denton. globalresearch.ca Britain's Labour Prime Minister is an accidental genius. Having won a comprehensive election victory in 2024 for not being a disturbed, sociopathic Tory leader, Sir Keir Starmer is now engineering his party into a position of electoral defeat and obituary-laden …
(2026-03-02). Dubai gold flows curbed as flights halted due to strikes on Iran. newarab.com 
Physical Dubai's trading hub is a major
(2026-03-02). Government calls for regulatory assurance for menstrual hygiene products. sanews.gov.za Government calls for regulatory assurance for menstrual hygiene products | The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has formally engaged the University of the Free State (UFS) following the release of a peer-reviewed study identifying the presence of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in various sanitary pads and pantyliners available in South Africa. | In a statement issued on Sunday, the department acknowledged the importance of the findings, which indicate the detection of certain chemicals linked to potential hormonal interference. | "While the study does not establish immediate…
(2026-03-02). 'Smart move': US analyst on Trump's call to Lukashenko ahead of Alaska meeting. eng.belta.by Military analyst and former US intelligence officer Scott Ritter explained why US President Donald Trump called Aleksandr Lukashenko before his meeting with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Alaska.
(2026-03-02). EU warns against long war, urges 'credible transition' in Iran. newarab.com 
The Foreign ministers from the bloc's 27 nations – most of which are
(2026-03-02). Cooperation or Intervention? How CIA deepens Mexico's cartel crisis. infobrics.org New reports reveal US intelligence played a direct role in lethal cartel operations in Mexico, marking a dangerous escalation. What Washington calls "assistance" increasingly resembles covert warfare. With a long history of American intelligence agencies playing both sides in drug wars, the risk of blowback is rising fast.
(2026-03-02). Ibrahim Traore: Generating Contours Of A New Pan-African Identity. ummid.com Ibrahim Traoré, the interim leader of Burkina Faso since a 2022 coup, is increasingly viewed as a voice for a new, anti-imperialist world order in Africa.
(2026-03-02). Iran after Khamenei: Will the Islamic Republic survive. newarab.com 
The announcement came on Saturday evening and spread with the speed of panic: Ali Khamenei, 86, Iran's Supreme Leader for over three decades, had been killed in Within hours, Wh…
(2026-03-02). EDB: Belarus' real wages continue to show steady growth. eng.belta.by The main driver was an 8.8% increase in the base pay rate, which determines wages in the public sector.
(2026-03-02). Australian Labor government supports illegal US-Israeli war against Iran. wsws.org Labor Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was among the first world leaders to explicitly back the criminal war that threatens to engulf the entire Middle East and the world.
(2026-03-02). Belarus' rifle shooters win silver, bronze at tournament in Kazakhstan. eng.belta.by On 1 March, mixed-pair rifle shooters competed for podium positions. Yelizaveta Gavrilenko and Aleksandr Kachevsky took silver, finishing behind Kazakhstan's Sofiya Shulzhenko and Nikita Shakhtorin.
(2026-03-02). German chancellor Merz backs US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran. wsws.org Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Sunday declared his full political support for the illegal US-Israeli attack on Iran.
(2026-03-02). Belarusian scientists may join research on rare earth elements in Arctic. eng.belta.by Belarusian scientists may take part in research on rare earth metals in the Arctic, Governor of Russia's Murmansk Oblast Andrei Chibis told journalists following his meeting with Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko on 2 March.
(2026-03-02). CBSE Class 10, 12 Exams 2026 in Middle East Postponed. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed the ongoing Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations scheduled for Monday, March 2, across seven Middle East countries citing the current situation in the region.
(2026-03-02). 'Combat-related deaths jump 30pc amid wave of suicide attacks': says PICSS. dawn.com • PICSS says first two months of 2026 see almost half of all 2025 suicide attacks | • Balochistan records 'visible decline' in attacks | ISLAMABAD: Combat-related fatalities in Pakistan surged by 30 per cent in February 2026, driven by a sharp increase in suicide attacks across the country, according to monthly statistics released by an Islamabad-based think tank. | The
(2026-03-02). How the US/ Israel War on Iran could Spike Energy Costs and Provoke an Economic Downturn. juancole.com The US/Israel strike against Iran aims at regime change in Tehran, control its energy resources and restructure the Middle East. But it will amplify risks, disrupt energy markets and could severely penalize global prospects. | Shanghai (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — On February 28, 2026, President Trump announced the start of Operation Epic Fury. In a surreal twist, he described the mission's primary objective as defending the American people by eliminating "imminent threats" from the Iranian regime. | Trump specifically cited the need to eliminate Iran's alleged nuclear ambitions, destroy its mil…
(2026-03-02). HC stays propaganda film 'Kerala Story 2' release. ummid.com The Kerala High Court has stayed the release of the propaganda film 'Kerala Story 2 Goes Beyond' a day before it was scheduled to hit cinema halls.
(2026-03-02). Detroit Demonstration Against the US-Israeli War on Iran. wibailoutpeople.org 
On Sat. Feb. 28, 2026, people gathered at Hart Plaza in downtown Detroit to protest against the United States and Israeli bombing of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The protest was called by the Anti-Fascist Organizing Coalition (AFOC), Moratorium NOW! Coalition, the Michigan Emergency Committee Against War & Injustice (MECAWI) and supported by the Coalition …
(2026-03-02). No Demolition without Rehabilitation: SC in Haldwani Railway Colony Case. ummid.com In a landmark ruling Tuesday, the Supreme Court of India barred the Uttarakhand government to carry demolition and eviction without the Rehabilitation of the local residents of the Haldwani Railway Colony.
(2026-03-02). The Age of Human Arrogance, Part II. dissidentvoice.org What on Earth Are We Doing? The Madness of Mining the Cosmos While Poisoning Our Only Home Humanity stands at a strange and tragic crossroads. We boast of our intelligence, our innovation, our "progress," yet we behave like a species determined to sabotage its own future. We tear open the earth for minerals, metals, and …
(2026-03-02). Lukashenko: Belarus is prepared to set up joint ventures with Russia's Murmansk Oblast. eng.belta.by Belarus is ready not only to trade with Murmansk Oblast but also to set up joint ventures, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Governor of Russia's Murmansk Oblast Andrei Chibis.
(2026-03-02). Oil price surges, stocks drop on Iran conflict. newarab.com 
In early trade in Asia, Brent Crude rocketed to just over $80 per barrel compared to the closing price of $72.87 on Friday, before easing slightly to below $79. | On stock markets, Japan's Nikkei was down 2.2 pe…
(2026-03-02). How Israel's occupation cripples Palestinian healthcare. newarab.com 
After three agonising hours spent sitting in a stuffy taxi on the way to the hospital, my grandmother was at her limit. | "Why does it have to be this way?" she lamented to my mother, who was accompanying her on the arduous journey. A simple endoscopic examination, which should have you in and out of the hospital on the same day, resulted in an almost 48-hour ordeal. | Our local hospital in al-Bireh, Ramallah did not have any medical scope available with a camera attached, something my grandmother urgently needed to determine what was causing blockage within her biliary system. | Her doctor made the quick decisio…
(2026-03-02). Meet Kathellen Souza: Al-Nassr Women's Captain Who Embraced Islam. ummid.com Kathleen Souza, the Brazilian footballer, who leads the Al-Nassr Women's Football Team, has embraced Islam and is now a proclaimed Muslim.
(2026-03-02). US using AI, B-2 bombers and suicide drones in Iran strikes. scmp.com The United States unleashed an array of weaponry against Iranian targets on Saturday, including Tomahawk cruise ‚Å missiles, stealth fighters, and for the first time ‚Å in combat, low-cost one-way attack drones modelled after Iranian designs. US Central ‚Å Command released photographs showing Tomahawk missiles, F-18 and F-35 fighter jets alongside details of the strikes on Iran as part of Operation Epic Fury. | Artificial intelligence…
(2026-03-02). Israeli settlers kill two Palestinians in West Bank attack. newarab.com 
"Two citizens from Qaryut, south of Nablus, were killed by settler gunfire," the health ministry said in a statement, identifying the two as Mohammed and Faheem Muammar. | A source at the health ministry confirmed to AFP that the two men, shot in the head and pelvis respectively, were brothers. | The Pales…
(2026-03-02). Democrats criticize government for attacks on Iran. ecns.cn However, a spokesman from the office of Jack Reed, the top Democrat on the Senate Armed Services Committee, confirmed on Saturday morning that the senator had not been notified.
(2026-03-02). The Supreme Court did Trump a favor in Southeast Asia. responsiblestatecraft.org The Supreme Court's monumental ruling against President Trump's use of reciprocal tariffs per the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) holds significant implications for not only the administration's trade policy, but its wider foreign policy as well. In his own words, Trump has repeatedly
(2026-03-02). The Assassination That Lit the Fuse: Trump's Iran War Is Already a Catastrophe. scheerpost.com Posted by Joshua Scheer The second day of the U.S.—Israeli assault on Iran has made one reality impossible to ignore: Washington has ignited a regional firestorm it cannot control. Less than 24 hours after the unprecedented assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Middle East has erupted into a multi‚Äëfront confrontation stretching from …
(2026-03-02). Is AI Coming for Our Jobs? portside.org Is AI Coming for Our Jobs? |
(2026-03-02). Washington DC Protest Demands 'Hands Off Iran!'. popularresistance.org Washington, D.C. — On February 28, DC residents awoke to the news that the Trump administration had begun a bombing campaign on Iran overnight. Within hours, the DC Against the Trump Agenda Coalition (DCATA) made the call for people of conscience in the DMV area to join in protest at the White House. | DCATA had been preparing for a US strike against Iran for weeks, connecting organizations in advance to mobilize within 24 hours of a strike. 32 organizations demanded, "No war with Iran!" with DCATA at the helm.
(2026-03-02). Cuba — struggling but not collapsing. cpusa.org 
(2026-03-02). Hezbollah says it launched rockets, drones at Israel. newarab.com 
Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group said on Monday it launched rockets and drones at Israel overnight in retaliation for the killing of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. | In a statement, the group said it launched "a barrage of missiles and a swarm of drones" at Israel "in retaliation for the pure blood of… Ayatollah Imam Sayyid Ali Al-Husseini Khamenei… and in defence of Lebanon and its people, and in response to the repeated Israeli attacks".
(2026-03-02). Philippine president confirms first Filipino fatality in Israel, assures full aid to family. ecns.cn Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Sunday night confirmed the first reported Filipino fatality in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, identifying the victim as a Filipino caregiver who was working in Israel.
(2026-03-02). Russia Developing Chennai—Vladivostok Maritime Corridor as Trade Focus Shifts to South India. infobrics.org Russia is activating the launch of the Chennai—Vladivostok maritime corridor, which links the southeastern coast of India with the Russian Far East and gives importers and exporters a shorter logistics trajectory…
(2026-03-02). Indian news channel hacked, airs pro-Pakistan slogans. geo.tv 
Screengrab of India's ABP News being hacked with pro-Pakistan slogans. — Geo News
(2026-03-02). Women and the Taliban: Apartheid by Another Name. passblue.com 
South Africa cannot claim to have invented racism, but as we know, apartheid went far beyond racism. It was institutionalized and systemic, a form of governance based on race-based hate and the perpetuation of race-based discrimination. Faced with a crime as broad as a country, the world responded by recognizing apartheid as a crime against …
(2026-03-02). Guangzhou to bring back horse racing after 27 years. ecns.cn After 27 years, Guangzhou in Guangdong province is set to host horse racing events starting at the end of October, as the city moves to deepen cooperation with Hong Kong in the equine sector.
(2026-03-02). Iranian drone hits runway of UK base in Cyprus. newarab.com 
An Iranian drone hit the runway of a Cyprus President Britain's foreign minis…
(2026-03-02). Arab states condemn Iranian attacks across region. newarab.com 
Jordan, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait strongly The Jor…
(2026-03-02). GDP milestone lays solid foundation for blueprint rollout. ecns.cn In 2026, the opening year of the new five-year plan, economists expect steady growth to continue, supported by policy measures tied to the plan, more efforts to boost domestic demand.
(2026-03-02). Washington to deploy more medium-range missiles to the Philippines. wsws.org The Philippines is not being armed. It is being used as a forward staging ground in preparation for American offensive operations against China.
(2026-03-02). Defeating Al-Najma, Al-Nassr registers 9th consecutive win since Jan 17. ummid.com Defeating Al-Najma on its home ground, Cristiano Ronaldo led-Al-Nassr FC Wednesday Feb 25, 2026 registered its 9th consecutive victory in the Saudi Pro League 2025/26 season.
(2026-03-02). Billions in profits, silence on tax: Adani's Australian enigma. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-02). China's Iran Strategy: A Proxy Laboratory for War with America. moderndiplomacy.eu Following the US-Israeli military attacks on Iran, China is attempting to implement a "regime destruction strategy" in Iran. This strategy relies on understanding US and Israeli military technologies through field data obtained from all the US and Israeli missiles, drones, and fighter jets that participated in directing and launching military operations against Iranian targets. Intelligence, …
(2026-03-02). U.S. Manufacturing Faces Price Surge Amid Tariffs and Middle East Tensions. devdiscourse.com In February, U.S. manufacturing saw steady growth, but factory gate prices soared to a 3-1/2-year high owing to tariffs and escalating Middle East tensions, according to the Institute for Supply Management (ISM). The surge in input costs, coupled with U.S. and Israel's actions in Iran, emphasizes inflation risks.
(2026-03-02). Iranian American Scholars Denounce U.S.-Israeli Attack, Warn Regime Change Efforts Will Backfire. democracynow.org 
As the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran enters its third day, dragging much of the Middle East into armed conflict, we speak with two Iranian American scholars about the situation. | "It's quite a devastating attack on the infrastructure of the country, both in terms of the state infrastructure and civilian infrastructure," says Golnar Nikpour, associate professor of modern Iranian history at Dartmouth College. She notes that far from leading to a popular uprising against the government, as President Trump has encouraged, the U.S.-Israeli attacks have forced Iranians to worry about their immediate safet…
(2026-03-02). Trade Deal-making Takes off Early in 2026. infobrics.org The start of the year 2026 proved to be even more volatile in terms of international events than many pessimists would have foreseen…
(2026-03-02). Live Updates: Iran retaliates after US, Israel Joint military strikes. ummid.com The United States and Israel in a joint military strikes about one hour ago Saturday February 08, 2026 have bombed several cities of Iran, including the capital Tehran, even as the latter said it is retaliating with force.
(2026-03-02). Escalation on the Durand Line. counterpunch.org 
On Iran's eastern flank, far from the Gulf states now in the crosshairs, another conflict continues to grow. Pakistan has declared what it now calls an "open war" with Afghanistan's Taliban authorities, striking Kabul, Kandahar and eastern provinces. As it happens, the Durand Line between them was never just a boundary. It was an arrogant gesture of empire.
(2026-03-02). The Policy of "Maximum Pressure" on Iran Finds Its Ultimate Conclusion. counterpunch.org 
Americans should not be fooled or led astray by the corporate media or the Beltway consultant class: fact-free fearmongering and warmongering about Iran have been among the most thoroughly bipartisan positions in Washington for many decades. For all of the turgid language within U.S. government and media circles about rogue regimes and state sponsors of terrorism, we almost never get around to mentioning the fact that the United States has long been the world's greatest offender and violator of international law. It's important to be clear about the facts of the matter: Iran is not a real threat to the United Sta…
(2026-03-02). Khamenei gone, now Israel trembles: Missiles rain, panic spreads, defenses fail as IDF begs citizens. hindustantimes.com Tensions are surging across the Middle East as Iran rains missiles on Israel, Israeli forces tighten security, and Washington and Tehran trade dire threats over the fallout from Ali Khamenei's killing. With Iranian barrages still incoming, the IDF has urged Israelis to stay in protected spaces, avoid posting real‚Äëtime images or locations of impact sites, and brace for further escalation even as Iran's leadership vows it is prepared for "all scenarios" and Donald Trump warns any retaliation will be met with a level of US force "never seen before."
(2026-03-02). Turkish FMD vaccines arrival scales up national vaccination drive. sanews.gov.za Turkish FMD vaccines arrival scales up national vaccination drive | Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has confirmed the arrival of a major consignment of 1.5 million Dollvet Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines at OR Tambo International Airport on Sunday, 1 March 2026. ⚪ The shipment, imported from Turkey, was facilitated by Dunevax as the authorised agent. ⚪ The Department of Agriculture said the successful arrival of this batch demonstrates its strategic decision to partner with the private sector to secure a steady pipeline of high-potency vaccines to strengthen the national response to FMD. ⚪ Accordin…
(2026-03-02). Mojtaba Khamenei emerges as potential successor as Iran prepares to name new supreme leader. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Iran may appoint a new supreme leader within the next one or two days, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has indicated, as speculation intensifies over who will succeed the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.According to multiple media reports, including Iran's state-affiliated Fars News Agency, Khamenei's son, Mojtaba Khamenei, is among the leading contenders for the country's top religious and political post. Reports suggest that discussions about positioning him as a successor have been underway for the past two years.Unconfirmed accounts indicate that Ayatollah Khamenei had designated Mojtaba as a poten…
(2026-03-02). Lukashenko: Belarus, Russia need to end critical dependence on other states. eng.belta.by "You see how the situation in the world is developing. We must defend our land, our people, and above all, our own interest," Aleksandr Lukashenko stated.
(2026-03-02). Confirmation Labor directly blocking return of Australian citizens interned in Syria. wsws.org The evidence shows that the Albanese government effectively blocked the journey of 34 women and children—all citizens—from the hellhole conditions in the Al Roj internment camp in northeastern Syria.
(2026-03-02). Near-Termination Of Two Officers Shows Power Of Anti-ICE Movement. popularresistance.org Detroit Chief of Police, Todd Bettison, was supposedly going to fire two officers for contacting Border Patrol during traffic stops. This led to Border Patrol detaining two citizens. However, on Thursday February 19, when Detroit Board of Police Commissioners voted to suspend the two officers without pay for 30 days, the chief changed his tune and decided he was satisfied with the actions of the board being the "ultimate discipline for these officers." His decision not to fire the officers comes after Michigan House Speaker Mike Hall warned the city that terminating the officers would go against a rule adopted by…
(2026-03-02). AI in the corporate sector. dawn.com The story of artificial intelligence (AI) in Pakistan's corporate sector is no longer a tale of a distant future — it is a narrative of the present. | What began as isolated experiments by a few tech-forward companies has, over the last decade, evolved into a broad-based movement toward digital transformation. Today, backed by government policy and private sector investment, AI is shifting from a novelty to a necessity for businesses aiming to stay competitive. | The history of corporate AI in Pakistan is relatively young, with the pivotal moment arriving in 2017. In a landmark move, the Pakistan Telecommun…
(2026-03-02). Lebanon's Bold Stand: Banning Hezbollah's Military Operations. devdiscourse.com In a pivotal move, Lebanon's government has prohibited Hezbollah's military actions following their attack on Israel. This decision has sparked heightened tensions with the Tehran-supported group, which has faced a series of Israeli offensives.
(2026-03-02). Tragic Loss: Two Municipal Workers Die in Sewer Accident. devdiscourse.com In a tragic accident on Monday, two municipal workers in Indore lost their lives due to asphyxiation from toxic gas exposure while cleaning a sewerage chamber, authorities confirmed. The incident took place at the Devi Ahilyabai Holkar fruit and vegetable market.
(2026-03-02). Stranded in Dubai: Chandauli Families Caught Amidst Middle East Tensions. devdiscourse.com A pre-wedding trip to Dubai has turned into an unexpected ordeal for two families from Uttar Pradesh's Chandauli district. The disruption of flight services due to escalating tensions in the Middle East has left them stranded, prompting a public appeal for help.
(2026-03-02). UAE halts stock markets for two days after Iran strikes. dawn.com The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has ordered its stock markets closed on Monday and Tuesday as the country reels from Iran carried out the strikes in Gulf countries that have US bases and assets after joint attacks on the Islamic republic by Israel and America. | The UAE Capital Markets Authority said the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and Dubai Financial Market would remain shut on March 2 and March 3, citing its supervisory and regulatory role over the coun…
(2026-03-02). High-tech disputes test courts' judicial expertise. ecns.cn China has experienced a significant surge in intellectual property cases over the past five years, prompting judges to adopt a range of measures to strengthen protections for innovators and support high-quality development, officials from the Supreme People's Court said.
(2026-03-02). Belavia cancels 5 March Tel Aviv flight. eng.belta.by The Belarusian airline Belavia has cancelled its 5 March flight to Tel Aviv and plans to send an aircraft to pick up tourists currently in Doha.
(2026-03-02). Right-wing Japanese government supports criminal US-Israeli war against Iran. wsws.org Tokyo has parroted US lies about non-existent nuclear weapons in Iran to justify the latest act of imperialist criminality.
(2026-03-02). Countries step in to supply oil to Cuba as US considers limited opening of sales. peoplesdispatch.org Several countries are looking for ways to sell oil to Cuba despite the blockade and threats of tariff increases by the United States. Meanwhile, Washington is opening up the possibility of sending oil and gas on its own terms.
(2026-03-02). Japanese protest bid to revise constitution. ecns.cn A large number of Japanese citizens gathered on Friday evening in Tokyo to protest Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's attempt to revise the country's pacifist Constitution, in the latest sign of mounting pressure on her administration following a series of political controversies.
(2026-03-02). Black Texans Head to the Primaries With More Than Just Ballots on the Line. capitalbnews.org 
Texan Algenita Davis isn't just talking about the candidates as she heads into the March 3 primaries. She's also talking about voting maps. From her home near the Old Spanish Trail and Cullen Boulevard in the Third Ward of Houston, she describes congressional lines that curve and stretch north and south across the city and …
(2026-03-02). China 'deeply concerned' over tension, UN hears. ecns.cn The United Nations Security Council held an emergency meeting on Saturday afternoon following U.S. and Israeli military strikes against Iran, amid escalating tensions across the Middle East.
(2026-03-02). Why we Need a Life-Based Paradigm instead of the Growth Paradigm. juancole.com Human activity has grown to challenge planetary limits, yet the official solution to any problem that arises is to grow more. Like fish unable to live anywhere but in water, our leaders find it hard to imagine any way of life outside the Growth paradigm. Production and consumption, income and expenditure define our lives. Measured as GDP and Standard of Living, we aspire to ever greater numbers. Numbers, which unfortunately, can grow endlessly without ever reaching "enough".
(2026-03-02). Minnesota-St. Paul: Twin City Tenants. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-03-02). A regional network is racing to save the Midwest's native seeds. grist.org 
Under the warm light of a hanging lamp, Marty Landorf carefully crumbled the dried flower head of a black-eyed Susan between her fingers, teasing apart the chaff to uncover its puny black seeds. Each one was destined for long-term cold storage alongside roughly 46 million other seeds at the Chicago Botanic Garden. | Every seed in the garden's vault is different. Some seeds have hooks. Others verge on microscopic. A few carry a sharp, deterring scent. And some, like the airborne seeds of the milkweed, the host plant for monarch caterpillars, are fastened to silky fluff that drifts everywhere, hitching rides on…
(2026-03-02). Kenyan communist leader Booker Omole remains imprisoned after torture. peoplesdispatch.org Produced in court a day and a half after abduction and alleged torture, Booker Ngesa Omole, general secretary of Communist Party Marxist-Kenya (CPM-K), was denied bail, injured, and sent to a notorious prison.
(2026-03-02). Roguish Justifications: The Apologists for the Attack on Iran. globalresearch.ca February 28, 2026. Another attack, another breach of the United Nations Charter. A gross violation of international law. As usual, a violation celebrated as ethical, necessary, and high-minded in principle by the powerful who dictate such terms. Not squalid, dangerous, …
(2026-03-02). Pakistan urges restraint as missiles rain down on Gulf. dawn.com • PM speaks to Jordan, Bahrain rulers, offers support to restore calm; Dar contacts Omani, Iraqi counterparts | • Loud blasts heard in Dubai and Doha; Oman hit for first time; multiple Gulf ports targeted | • Emirati, Kuwaiti stock markets closed amid crisis | • UAE confirms Pakistani national killed by missile debris | ISLAMABAD: Amid Ira ≠nian counterattacks against US assets in the Gulf, Pakistan reached out to the rulers of Jordan and Bahrain via telephone and urged the need for restraint, de-escalation, and dialogue to preserve region…
(2026-03-02). US-Israeli campaign hits Iranian regime's military and repression apparatus, regime forms leadership council (March 1 updates). longwarjournal.org The joint US and Israeli operation entered its second day, with American forces targeting command-and-control centers, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) headquarters, air defense systems, ballistic missile sites, and Iran's naval forces. In parallel, Israeli strikes concentrated on targets in Tehran, including key pillars of the regime's repression apparatus, as well as ballistic missile sites and launchers. Iranian retaliatory attacks killed three US service members and nine Israeli civilians.
(2026-03-02). Techno‚ÄëAuthoritarianism and the Death of Counterculture: Jonathan Taplin on Power, Art, and the New American Reality. scheerpost.com As the U.S. drifts deeper into an era shaped by concentrated wealth, surveillance technology, and political strongmen, Robert Scheer sits down with Jonathan Taplin to examine what he calls the rise of "techno‚Äëauthoritarianism." Drawing on decades at the intersection of culture, media, and technology—from producing Bob Dylan and The Band to directing USC's Annenberg Innovation …
(2026-03-02). Demand companies side with the people the constitution not the U.S. regime waging illegal war. wibailoutpeople.org 
Sign: tinyurl.com/mrycu9b4 Take action: As people across the country condemn yet another illegal, immoral, and unauthorized military action by the White House and Israel, corporate leaders who have been silent and the AI and tech companies whose platforms make wars possible have to take a stand. Will companies condemn illegal wars or keep planning to …
(2026-03-02). Backgrounder: Nepal Elections 2026. ummid.com Nepal will go to the polls on March 05, 2026 to elect a new government when nearly 19 million people will take part in the ballot for Nepal's House of Representatives.
(2026-03-02). Kremlin Criticizes U.S.-Israeli Strikes, Maintains Constant Contact with Iran. moderndiplomacy.eu The Kremlin said on Monday that it remains in constant contact with Iran's leadership following what it described as "outright aggression" against Tehran. Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as a "cynical" act, while the Russian Foreign Ministry accused the U.S. and Israel of pushing the Middle …
(2026-03-02). New Academic Session must start from April 1: CBSE. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has stressed to all its affiliated schools to make sure that the academic session runs from April 1 to March 31.
(2026-03-02). Nenko Gantchev died in Michigan ICE detention facility amid Democratic Party "oversight" wsws.org The death of Nenko Gantchev—a 56-year-old immigrant from Bulgaria who had been in the US for 30 years—at the ICE detention camp in Balwin, Michigan exposes the criminal nature of the Trump administration's dragnet and the complicity of the Democratic Party in covering it up.
(2026-03-02). Europe gas prices soar after QatarEnergy halts production over. newarab.com 
European gas prices have jumped around 45 – 50 percent in a single day after QatarEnergy halted liquefied natural gas (LNG) production following Iranian drone and missile attacks on key facilities. | Qatar's state-run energy firm said on Monday it had halted liquefied natural gas production following "Due to military attacks on QatarEnergy's operating facilities in Ras Laffan Industrial City and Mesaieed Industrial City in the State of Qatar…
(2026-03-02). Funding firestorms: Washington's war habit and Canberra's silence. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-02). National Endowment for Democracy — NGO Funded by Taxpayers. globalresearch.ca Coup-maker, National Endowment for Democracy's subset, the World Movement for Democracy, has an interesting article, "The Right To Receive Funding." | "International and regional human rights laws protect civil society's right to receive resources. Yet, many governments restrict CSOs' access to …
(2026-03-02). Tariff pain to stay despite court ruling. ecns.cn The U.S. Supreme Court's Feb 20 ruling striking down President Donald Trump's use of emergency powers to impose sweeping tariffs has restricted one avenue for broad duties, yet experts say the administration's switch to other legal tools means high tariffs and their economic costs are likely to continue.
(2026-03-02). When Trust Collapses: Efficacy, Safety, and the Architecture of Deception. The Covid Crisis. globalresearch.ca "A fear of knowing is a fear of doing." — Fritz Perls | There is a word that runs like a current beneath this entire discussion: trust. Trust is not sentimental. It is not emotional fragility. It is a structural requirement …
(2026-03-02). Debt loops and baby bonds. dawn.com Pakistan runs two loops simultaneously, and both are making us poorer. The first is the household loop where inflation spikes, cash transfers top up, households consume through the shock, and the cycle repeats. The second is the sovereign loop, which borrows short, rolls over often, and pays the price in fragility every time global conditions tighten. Both loops are rational responses to their immediate constraints, and neither builds anything. | A potential solution that addresses both at once is a baby bond structured not as welfare, but as domestic long-tenor capital endowment. For the sake of simplicity, we m…
(2026-03-02). Iran ties after Khamenei, China's Myanmar dilemma: 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. Why China's ties with Iran will endure despite death of Khamenei | 2. Why China's Myanmar dilemma still persists, 5 years and 1 election later | 3. Cathay Pacific suspends all Middle East operations after US-Israeli attack on Iran…
(2026-03-02). From Hermitage gifts to legacy of hounds': Inside historic church. eng.belta.by Dating back over 400 years, the Roman Catholic Church of St. Archangel Michael in Novogrudok has been captured in paintings, survived 20th-century devastation, and been essentially rebuilt from the ground up. Today, it houses a wealth of historical treasures.
(2026-03-02). KCCA embarks on fresh City greening after eviction of street vendors. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has started greening the city again after days of evicting the street vendors. The greening campaign started by a cleaning campaign dubbed Weyonje which saw Nasser road, Nkuruma road, Market street, Duster street, Luwum street, William street and Namirembe road cleaned by the area …
(2026-03-02). PAL-Awda NY/NJ Condemns DOJ Lawsuit Against Attendees of Stolen Land Protest and the Ongoing Coordinated State Efforts to Criminalize Such Protests. wibailoutpeople.org 
PAL-Awda NY/NJ Condemns DOJ Lawsuit Against Attendees of Stolen Land Protest and the Ongoing Coordinated State Efforts to Criminalize Such Protests. For years, PAL-Awda has protested stolen Palestinian land sales alongside people of conscience in New York, New Jersey, and across the US, condemning such "real estate" enterprises in our neighborhoods as essential to the …
(2026-03-02). UAE warns of prosecution for misinformation in Iranian attacks. newarab.com 
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates has warned that people can face prosecution if they share or repost rumours from unverified sources related to Iranian attacks on the country. | Tehran claims it is targeting American interests in these countries, but civilian infrastructure has also been hit with missiles and drones in the Gulf states including airports and hotels.
(2026-03-02). China seen as ideal partner for Germany. ecns.cn Among the agreements that the two sides achieved, the joint statement on the continuation of a bilateral dialogue on green transformation and climate change has brought the most attention.
(2026-03-02). Iran War: Collapse of Due Diligence and Legal Authority. globalresearch.ca Due diligence: Have you done your research? | When starting a regional war, due diligence is imperative to secure a win. General Patton researched the psyche of his opponents. He studied every aspect of their lives to understand how they responded, …
(2026-03-02). Trumped! The President of No Return on a Hothouse Planet. juancole.com (
(2026-03-02). Drone Assault Halts Operations at Russia's Key Oil Terminal. devdiscourse.com Russia's vital Sheskharis oil terminal in Novorossiysk ceased oil loadings following a Ukrainian drone attack, which left five injured and important infrastructure damaged. Officials from both Russia and Ukraine confirmed that the assault resulted in significant destruction, including setting afire a fuel terminal.
(2026-03-02). Trump says U.S. strikes Iran 'in full force', predicting more U.S. casualties. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday afternoon that U.S. combat operations "continue at this time in full force," predicting there would be more U.S. casualties in the coming days.
(2026-03-02). Understanding the U.S. and Israel's illegal aggression in Iran. scheerpost.com By Craig Mokhiber for Mondoweiss Once again, the U.S.-Israel Axis has launched an unnecessary, unprovoked, and deeply immoral attack against the sovereign nation of Iran. But what is largely missing from Western corporate media coverage of the attack is that it is also an entirely unlawful, indeed criminal act. And that the armed Iranian response, as a matter of international …
(2026-03-02). Iraqi PM Sudani aims to rein in pro-Iran militias, avoid war. newarab.com 
(2026-03-02). China's box office surpasses 10 bln yuan. ecns.cn The box office revenue broke the 10 billion yuan mark at nearly 7: 00 p.m.15 to 23 and saw box office sales of over 5.75 billion yuan, according to previously released data from the China Film Administration.
(2026-03-02). Belarus marks 20 years since 3rd Belarusian People's Congress. eng.belta.by Twenty years ago, on 2-3 March 2006, Minsk hosted the 3rd Belarusian People's Congress, which brought together 2,500 delegates.
(2026-03-02). Market jitters hit KSE-100, index down 13,000 midday. dawn.com After an early crash followed by a market halt, the KSE-100 benchmark index resumed trading, recovering slightly by 11am but continuing to show signs of volatility. | As trading began Monday following a weekend marred by geopolitical instability, the market crashed by over 15,000 points, causing the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) to halt trading. | According to Chief Executive Officer Topline Securities Mohammed Sohail, the "market overreacted initially amid selling by a few funds and leveraged players". | As trading resumed around 10: 30am, the index was down 12,334.88 points from its previous close of 168,062.16…
(2026-03-02). Stop the civil rights counter-revolution! cpusa.org 
Session 4 of the 2026 Freedom School Series of Conversations and Classes features CPUSA's Joe Sims, who addresses today's Civil Rights Counter-Revolution led by MAGA. According to the Trump Administration, equal opportunity efforts for Blacks, Latinos, Asians and women and LGBTQ are officially racist and are now subject to criminal penalty. | Presented on February 28, 2026. | The 2026 Freedom School Series is an activity of the African American Equality Commission, the National Education Commission, and the Working-Class Project. The Working-Class Project is a program of the National Education Commission and t…
(2026-03-02). From observers to participants: a cultural journey of reunion for international visitors. ecns.cn Tuanyuan (reunion) isn't a modern concept. It has been written in the genes of the Chinese people from the very beginning of their civilization.
(2026-03-02). Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei, family memebers killed: Iranian media. ecns.cn Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader since 1989, was killed Saturday in a massive U.S. and Israeli attack, Iranian state media confirmed on Sunday. The daughter, son-in-law and granddaughter of Khamenei were also killed in the strikes, according to the media.
(2026-03-02). Geography or ethnicity | . dawn.com THIS piece proceeds from a simple fact: all available data, such as the multidimensional poverty index (MPI), tells us that social inequality and economic marginalisation in Pakistan are correlated with geography. Looking at MPI or human development index maps shows us this fact clearly. There are clusters of low-poverty, moderately developed districts around GT Road (north and central Punjab); a few districts do better than their respective provincial average in KP (Hazara and the Peshawar valley); and Karachi presents itself as an outlier in Sindh. Balochistan is largely a high poverty and underdevelopment zone…
(2026-03-02). $60bn Indian plan for river storage raises alarm. dawn.com • Enhanced capacity on Jhelum, Chenab will increase flood, drought risks for Pakistan | • At federal-provincial dialogue, Wapda chief stresses need for large dams | ISLAMABAD: Around $60 billion in investment by New Delhi on storage projects along the two major western rivers — the Jhelum and Chenab — flowing from India-held Kashmir could soon become a lethal weapon against Pakistan, potentially causing both floods and droughts. | At a recent federal-provincial
(2026-03-02). Bahrain detains people allegedly celebrating Iran strikes. newarab.com 
(2026-03-02). How the Iran Conflict Threatens Europe's Energy Security and Growth. moderndiplomacy.eu The U. S.-Israeli military actions against Iran are expected to increase inflation and negatively affect Europe's already slow economic growth. The attacks have disrupted shipping in the Gulf, a crucial source of fuel for Europe, resulting in an immediate rise in energy prices on financial markets. This may prompt the European Central Bank (ECB) and …
(2026-03-02). Bad Bets: Massive EV Subsidies Not Paying Off. wattsupwiththat.com "There have been massive, mounting losses that are going to have to be made up somewhere," Pyle said. "Washington bludgeoned carmakers into a timetable of efficiency standards and the carmakers went along with it. People should be vehemently opposed to anything mandatory, which in effect is what the government is doing."
(2026-03-02). The Iran War and the Unraveling of U.S. Hegemonic Authority: A Legitimacy Crisis Accelerated by War. globalresearch.ca The Masar Badil conference in Sà£o Paulo (March 28—31) is no longer a theoretical exercise. It now convenes in the immediate aftermath of a devastating war, armed with a brutal, real-world case study that vividly illustrates its core themes: sovereignty …
(2026-03-02). Why citizens in such a wealthy country are angry and depressed. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-02). The Supreme Court Only Slightly Complicated Trump's Tariff-Centric Foreign Policy. globalresearch.ca The Supreme Court
(2026-03-02). War in the Middle East, the Rothschilds, the Confidential Pentagon Memo: "Take Out 7 Countries… Finishing off Iran." Resisting War. globalresearch.ca On about 20 September 2001, just ten days after the destruction of the World Trade Centre buildings on 9/11, recently retired U.S. Army General Wesley Clark was visiting the Pentagon…
(2026-03-02). PayPay IPO Delayed Amid Geopolitical Tensions. devdiscourse.com The highly anticipated initial public offering (IPO) roadshow for SoftBank's PayPay has been postponed amid market volatility following recent geopolitical events. The delay comes as the U.S. and Israel launched a joint strike on Iran, significantly impacting global financial markets.
(2026-03-02). State Govt proposal to rename Kerala as Keralam gets cabinet nod. ummid.com The Union Cabinet Tuesday February 24, 2026 approved the Kerala government's proposal to rename Kerala as 'Keralam'.
(2026-03-02). Gold Coast draws line in the sand on Trump Tower proposal. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-02). France 'ready' to defend Gulf countries, Jordan against Iran. newarab.com 
Iran has launched a series of missile and "To allied countries that have been deliberately targeted by…
(2026-03-02). Strike date announced for New York University contract faculty. wsws.org The workers' main demands include higher salaries, raises that exceed inflation, academic freedom, job security, housing and protection against artificial intelligence.
(2026-03-02). Nuevo Código de Trabajo: Más derechos y garantías para todos los sectores. cubadebate.cu El anteproyecto del nuevo Código de Trabajo avanza hacia su presentación ante la ANPP, en julio de 2026. Sobre los principales cambios, el alcance de la norma y los retos de su implementación, Cubadebate conversó con Yiseilis Ferrer Nariño, directora Jurídica y de Relaciones Internacionales del Ministerio de Trabajo y Seguridad Social.
(2026-03-02). Nuevo Código de Trabajo: Más derechos y garantías para todos los sectores. cubadebate.cu El anteproyecto del nuevo Código de Trabajo avanza hacia su presentación ante la ANPP, en julio de 2026. Sobre los principales cambios, el alcance de la norma y los retos de su implementación, Cubadebate conversó con Yiseilis Ferrer Nariño, directora Jurídica y de Relaciones Internacionales del Ministerio de Trabajo y Seguridad Social.
(2026-03-02). Madison, March 7, 2026: A Fundraiser for Voces de la Frontera. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-03-02). Mayoría de estadounidenses no aprueba ataque de Trump contra Irán. cubadebate.cu Solo uno de cada cuatro estadounidenses aprueba los ataques de la Administración Trump y el régimen sionista de Israel contra Irán, mientras que más de la mitad percibe que el jefe de la Casa Blanca es "demasiado" inclinado a las soluciones militares, según una encuesta de Reuters/ Ipsos que refleja preocupaciones en torno a la muerte de soldados de EE.UU. y los efectos de la nueva aventura bélica del magnate republicano en la economía.
(2026-03-02). Whose War is Iran Fighting? ummid.com The de facto villain in this war against Iran is none other than Israel with an extensive support of U.S. President Donald J. Trump to the war-mongering Israeli premier Benjamin Netanyahu.
(2026-03-02). Mayoría de estadounidenses no aprueba ataque de Trump contra Irán. cubadebate.cu Solo uno de cada cuatro estadounidenses aprueba los ataques de la Administración Trump y el régimen sionista de Israel contra Irán, mientras que más de la mitad percibe que el jefe de la Casa Blanca es "demasiado" inclinado a las soluciones militares, según una encuesta de Reuters/ Ipsos que refleja preocupaciones en torno a la muerte de soldados de EE.UU. y los efectos de la nueva aventura bélica del magnate republicano en la economía.
(2026-03-02). Accidente de tránsito en la Vía Blanca involucra a una rastra y un peatón. cubadebate.cu En la noche de este domingo se registró un accidente vial de fatales consecuencias en el kilómetro 98 de la Vía Blanca, a la entrada de la Zona Industrial de esta ciudad, donde un peatón perdió la vida en el lugar de los hechos.
(2026-03-02). Por el bienestar animal: øQué es el CONBAC? (Parte II). cubadebate.cu En esta semana trataré, en apretada síntesis, de que usted conozca todo lo que ha hecho el Comité Nacional de Bienestar Animal de Cuba, en sus 25 años de ininterrumpida labor. Sí, en principio comisión y luego comité, cambiamos la denominación propuesta de la OIE, organización que hace pocos años, cambió su acrónimo por OMSA.
(2026-03-02). Precios del petróleo saltan al nivel más alto en meses en medio de la agresión a Irán. cubadebate.cu Los precios del petróleo subieron la madrugada de este lunes más de un 8 %, alcanzando su máximo en meses, debido a la intensificación de los ataques entre Israel e Irán en Oriente Medio, que causó daños a petroleros e interrumpió los envíos desde la principal región productora, tras la agresión israelí-estadounidense contra territorio iraní, informa la agencia Reuters.
(2026-03-02). Accidente de tránsito en la Vía Blanca involucra a una rastra y un peatón. cubadebate.cu En la noche de este domingo se registró un accidente vial de fatales consecuencias en el kilómetro 98 de la Vía Blanca, a la entrada de la Zona Industrial de esta ciudad, donde un peatón perdió la vida en el lugar de los hechos.
(2026-03-02). Precios del petróleo saltan al nivel más alto en meses en medio de la agresión a Irán. cubadebate.cu Los precios del petróleo subieron la madrugada de este lunes más de un 8 %, alcanzando su máximo en meses, debido a la intensificación de los ataques entre Israel e Irán en Oriente Medio, que causó daños a petroleros e interrumpió los envíos desde la principal región productora, tras la agresión israelí-estadounidense contra territorio iraní, informa la agencia Reuters.