(2026-03-14). 'They Were All I Had': Lebanese Father Buries Parents, 4 Daughters Killed by Israeli Bombing. scheerpost.com Brett Wilkins for Common Dreams A grieving Lebanese father said he buried his parents, four young daughters, and other relatives on Friday after they were killed by an Israeli airstrike—one of many that have wiped out families in Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran. "I lost four of my children, four daughters, they were all I had," the unidentified man—whose …
(2026-03-14). Leading US Papers Defend the Indefensible in Iran Aggression. scheerpost.com Gregory Shupak for FAIR The United States and Israel are, for the second time in less than a year, committing "the supreme international crime" against Iran (FAIR.org, 7/3/25). Editorials in three of the United States' most prominent newspapers, the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Washington Post, offered varying degrees of support for the aggression. The Times waffled about bombing Iran, …
(2026-03-14). Israeli strikes kill four in Gaza amid regional offensives. newarab.com 
Israeli strikes in Gaza killed four Palestinians, including two 17-year-olds, in two separate attacks, Palestinian medics said on Friday, with violence continuing in the West Bank and Gaza even Israel has used lethal force in Iran, Lebanon, Gaza and the occupied West Bank over the past 24 hours. | Israeli forces killed two in the
(2026-03-14). Iran Strikes US Fifth Fleet Base — Bahrain Erupts in Uprising Saudi Forces Move To Crush Dissent. orinocotribune.com By Robert Inlakesh — Mar 12, 2026 | Since February 28, following the Israeli-US war of aggression against Iran, the Islamic Republic has targeted vital US military infrastructure bases in Persian Gulf nations, the worst hit being Bahrain. Simultaneously, the assassination of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has revived the predominantly Shia island's 2011 revolutionary fervor. | With round the clock missile and drone strikes, civil unrest, damage to vital infrastructure and even rumors that its leader has fled, chaos has characterized the state of affairs in Bahrain. According to reports, the sudden devastation…
(2026-03-14). Top Chinese entrepreneurs commit to Middle East expansion despite Iran war. scmp.com Two prominent Chinese business leaders have pledged to double down on outbound investment — including in the Middle East and Latin America — even as geopolitical risks intensify following the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran and Washington's increasing interventions in the western hemisphere. | Li Dongsheng, founder and chairman of Chinese electronics giant TCL, said the recent crisis in the Middle East had only a temporary impact on the company's operations there and that the overall…
(2026-03-14). US moves 2,000 Marines from Japan to Middle East as Iran war intensifies. scmp.com The US military has started moving at least one amphibious assault ship and more than 2,000 Marines from Japan to the Middle East as the US-Israeli war against Iran continues, according to US media reports. | With the war about to enter its third week and US President Donald Trump vowing to ramp up military action against Iran, The Wall Street Journal and Fox News said on Friday the military was sending the Okinawa-based 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit to the region.
(2026-03-14). when the body becomes a voice. workers.org 
Capitol police, assisted by pro-war U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy, forced Marine Corps veteran Sgt. Brian McGinnis out of a Senate hearing where he was protesting the U.S.-Israeli war of aggression against Iran, breaking his arm on the way out and arresting him, charging him with assault. McGinnis, who is running . . . |
(2026-03-14). Who Threatens the Arab World: Iran or the US and Israel? orinocotribune.com
(2026-03-14). Iranian Dies in ICE Custody as Trump Administration Bombs Iran. scheerpost.com Mike Ludwig for Truthout As President Donald Trump launches a deadly bombing campaign in Iran that has killed more than 1,800 people, his administration is continuing to antagonize Iranians living within the United States as part of his mass deportation campaign. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recently announced that Pejman Karshenas Najafabadi, a 59-year-old Iranian man …
(2026-03-14). Acting President Delcy Rodríguez Holds High-Level Venezuela-Colombia Working Meeting. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Addressing the vital discussion of binational citizenship for regional mobility, Rodríguez proposed that migrants from both nations be treated as citizens with full rights. This vision aligns with the "
(2026-03-14). The Trump Corollary: Imperialist offensive and the assault on Venezuela. mronline.org 
The "Trump Corollary" to the Monroe Doctrine is a central feature of U.S. strategy designed to secure hegemony and limit Chinese and Russian influence in Latin America and the Caribbean.
(2026-03-14). Gobierno de Venezuela realizó primera exportación de gas licuado a Colombia. radiohc.cu La presidenta encargada de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez consideró un hito histórico que su país realizara este viernes el primer envío de gas licuado a Colombia para abastecer a los habitantes de la zona fronteriza entre ambos Estados. | El acontecimiento fue transmitido por Venezolana de Televisión durante un encuentro de autoridades entre las dos naciones, que instalaron el pasado martes cuatro mesas de trabajo en el Palacio de Miraflores, sede de Gobierno. | Las imágenes mostraron el momento en que varias góndolas con el combustible GLP atravesaron el puente fronterizo 'Simón Bolívar', en San Antonio del Táchira…
(2026-03-14). Palestinian actor Motaz Malhees blocked from Oscars by Trump travel ban. scmp.com Palestinian actor Motaz Malhees said a travel ban imposed by Donald Trump's administration is preventing him from attending Sunday's Academy Awards, whose nominees include a movie in which he has a starring role. | The Voice ‚Äåof Hind Rajab, a film about a five-year-old Palestinian girl killed by Israeli forces in Gaza in 2024, has been Oscar-nominated for best international feature film.
(2026-03-14). When Elasticity Fails: The New Fragility of the Global Energy System. moderndiplomacy.eu The confrontation in the Persian Gulf has not created new vulnerabilities. It has revealed the architecture of a global energy system that has been losing resilience for more than a decade. Markets long assumed that disruptions would remain isolated, that shocks would arrive one at a time, and that buffers would be sufficient to absorb …
(2026-03-14). Country Joe McDonald (1942—2026) Obituary. portside.org Country Joe McDonald (1942—2026) Obituary |
(2026-03-14). Up to 16,000 Meta jobs at stake as Zuckerberg focuses on AI. scmp.com Meta is planning sweeping lay-offs that could affect 20 per cent or more of the company, three sources familiar with the matter said, as it seeks to offset costly artificial intelligence infrastructure bets and prepare for greater efficiency brought about by AI-assisted workers. | No date has been set for the cuts and the magnitude has not been finalised, the people said.
(2026-03-14). Decoding Health Insurance: Making Informed Choices in 2026. devdiscourse.com In Mumbai, choosing health insurance in 2026 demands more than just a quick comparison of premiums or popularity. Evaluating an insurer's dependability during hospital care, clarity in cashless approvals, and policy transparency is essential.
(2026-03-14). Lebanon says Israeli strike in south kills 12 medics. newarab.com 
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(2026-03-14). The Trump Administration Goes to War, by Any Memes Necessary. portside.org The Trump Administration Goes to War, by Any Memes Necessary |
(2026-03-14). Beyond Pax Silica: Japan, France and Canada seek rare earth autonomy. scmp.com For years, the West's answer to Chinese dominance of critical minerals was to rally around Washington. Now, some of its most important allies are reaching a different conclusion: that depending too heavily on the United States carries its own risks. | Japan, France and Canada have all been exploring how to build supply chains for rare earths and other critical minerals that answer to neither Beijing nor Washington.
(2026-03-14). Rejecting pregnancy and birth: The case against procreation. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-14). Strikes on Iraqi capital kill 2 Iran-linked Kataeb Hezbollah members. scmp.com Explosions rocked Iraq's capital Baghdad on Saturday after two strikes targeted the powerful Iran-backed group Kataeb Hezbollah, killing two members including a "key figure", security sources said. | The strikes are the first in the heart of Baghdad to kill Iran-backed fighters since the start of the Middle East war on February 28, which has not spared Iraq, long a proxy battleground between the US and Iran.
(2026-03-14). Authorities push back against International Women's Day march in Pakistan. globalvoices.org A colonial-era law was used to deter and arrest 'Aurat March' demonstrators in PakistanGlobal Voices Participants of Aurat March arrive to prepare for the march. Image by Ramna Saeed. Used with permission. | This year, on March 8, International Women's Day, participants of the Islamabad chapter of the Aurat March (Women's March) faced extreme brutality and
(2026-03-14). If I May Object Ever So Slightly, Secretary Rubio… moderndiplomacy.eu Secretary Rubio, I want you to know that I took some comfort in reading the press coverage of your public remarks at the Munich Security Conference last month—not because I agreed with every single point, but because it was far less nauseating than having to look at J.D. Vance's face (let alone his words). Perhaps …
(2026-03-14). The Far Right Goes To War Against Women. popularresistance.org Across Latin America, a strange war has been declared. It is fought not only in parliaments and courts but in classrooms, kitchens, churches, and the restless spaces of the internet. Its targets are women, queer and trans people, and the movements that insist life can be lived differently. The contemporary far right of a special type claims to defend the patriarchal family, morality, and tradition. But beneath these words lies another project: the restoration of old hierarchies at a moment when the world that sustained them is trembling. | For decades, feminist movements have unsettled the foundations of power in…
(2026-03-14). Community Control DC: A People's Platform For Self-Determination. popularresistance.org The political landscape in Washington, D.C., is ever shifting. Late last year Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that she would not be seeking reelection for a fourth term, leaving a mayoral vacancy in DC for the first time in over a decade. DC Councilmembers are experiencing a shake-up with At-Large Councilmember Anita Bonds stepping away from a bid for reelection and the resignation of At-Large Council member Kenyan McDuffie, as he plans to run for mayor.. | As the city inches toward an active election campaign season, Black and working class communities in D.C. hold little power over their institutions of health, e…
(2026-03-14). BP workers in Whiting, Indiana overwhelmingly reject concessions contract. wsws.org The contract would have led to 100 fewer union workers and wider use of contract workers, $8-10 hourly wage cuts, the closure of the environmental department, attacks on seniority and implementation of AI with no job protections.
(2026-03-14). ICE arrests dozens of Amazon Flex workers in southeast Michigan. wsws.org Detroit, the historic center of the American car industry and home to large immigrant communities, is increasingly in the crosshairs of Trump's immigration gestapo.
(2026-03-14). A Texas execution amid claims of racial bias in jury selection; a death sentence commuted in Alabama. wsws.org Cedric Allen Ricks was executed in Texas, while Alabama death row inmate Charles "Sonny" Burton received a rare commutation.
(2026-03-14). Oscar-nominated actor Timothée Chalamet dismisses opera and ballet. wsws.org It appears Chalamet has taken on a bit too much of his unpleasant character's "hardboiled," thoughtless personality and approach.
(2026-03-14). Tesla Gràºnheide, Berlin: IG Metall union suffers defeat in works council elections. wsws.org In the works council elections that took place between 2 and 4 March at Europe's only Tesla Gigafactory in Gràºnheide near Berlin, the IG Metall suffered a crushing defeat.
(2026-03-14). Republicans exploit Old Dominion University shooting to intensify anti-Muslim campaign. wsws.org Even before Thursday's shooting, Republicans across the country were promoting anti-Muslim rhetoric aimed at destroying the democratic rights of the population as a whole.
(2026-03-14). Two days of pilot strikes at Lufthansa. wsws.org Around 5,300 Lufthansa pilots embarked on a warning strike March 12, including for the first time the pilots of regional subsidiary Cityline.
(2026-03-14). 11 Indian nationals charged in US for allegedly defrauding authorities over visa. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Eleven Indian nationals living illegally in the United States have been charged with visa fraud for allegedly conspiring to stage armed robberies at convenience stores, according to federal prosecutors. Authorities said the suspects organised fake robberies so that store clerks could falsely claim to be victims of crime in immigration applications aimed at securing a Green Card. | Jitendrakumar Patel, 39, Maheshkumar Patel, 36, Sanjaykumar Patel, 45, Dipikaben Patel, 40, Rameshbhai Patel, 52, Amitabahen Patel, 43, Ronakkumar Patel, 28, Sangitaben Patel, 36, Minkesh Patel, 42, Sonal Patel, 42, and…
(2026-03-14). Two killed in strikes on Iraq targeting Iran-backed group. newarab.com 
Explosions rocked Iraq's capital Baghdad on Saturday after two strikes targeted the powerful Iran-backed group The strikes are the first in the heart of Baghdad to kill Iran-backed fighters since "At 02: 15 am (2315 GMT Friday), a missile str…
(2026-03-14). Andaman and Nicobar Islands Prepare for Disaster with Earthquake and Tsunami Mock Drill. devdiscourse.com The Directorate of Disaster Management in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is set to conduct a comprehensive mock drill simulating earthquake and tsunami scenarios on Monday, officials announced.
(2026-03-14). NZ pseudo-left meeting on Iran war promotes Labour, Greens and unions. wsws.org Socialist Aotearoa's whitewashing of Labour and its allies points to the reactionary, pro-imperialist character of this tendency, which is determined to prevent the building of an independent, socialist movement against war.
(2026-03-13). 10 big things about China you should not miss (March 8 – March 14). ecns.cn 1. China approves 2026-2030 blueprint, maps out high-quality path toward modernization | China's national lawmakers on Thursday approved a development blueprint for the 2026-2030 period, marking a pivotal step in the modernization drive of nearly one-fifth of the world's population.
(2026-03-14). Mayawati Criticizes Congress' Bharat Ratna Proposal for Kanshi Ram. devdiscourse.com Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati has voiced strong objections to the Congress party's proposal to award the Bharat Ratna to Kanshi Ram, the late founder of the BSP, should they come to power. Mayawati's criticism, conveyed through a Hindi post on X, called into question the Congress's previous record on honoring Dalit icons like B.R. Ambedkar.
(2026-03-14). Tensions Flare as North Korea Launches Missile Barrage. devdiscourse.com In a heated show of defiance, North Korea fired over 10 ballistic missiles into the sea on Saturday. This move coincided with military drills by U.S. and South Korean forces and an effort by U.S. President Donald Trump to reopen dialogue with Pyongyang.
(2026-03-14). New beginnings: Moldova withdraws from the CIS. moderndiplomacy.eu The Republic of Moldova announced in early March that the process to withdraw from the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) is moving forward. The decision to leave this bloc highlights Moldova's foreign policy strategy of reducing ties with Russia while increasing engagement with European organizations. The CIS: A Brief Overview The Commonwealth of Independent States …
(2026-03-14). Fiji's HIV epidemic worsens amid deepening social crisis. wsws.org The impoverished Pacific island nation has one of the world's fastest growing HIV epidemics.
(2026-03-14). Georgia Youth Incarceration Systems Prioritize Punishment, Families say, Putting Kids at Risk in Jails. scheerpost.com Jadelynn Zhang for Prism Reports This article was co-published with Inquest (a fellow founding member of the Movement Media Alliance) and Mainline. Jay was placed in Georgia's Metro Regional Youth Detention Center (RYDC) in August 2023 when he was 17 years old. According to the family's attorney, the judge presiding over the case sent Jay into detention, despite him …
(2026-03-14). A History of Iran Propaganda. scheerpost.com CounterSpin from FAIR This week on CounterSpin: House Foreign Affairs Committee chair Brian Mast declared of Iran: "This murderous regime has posed an imminent threat against every American both at home and abroad for the last 47 years"—leading many at home and abroad to reach for their dictionaries. The Trump White House's war on Iran is unpopular in …
(2026-03-14). Trump tells South Korea he is only leader who can break North Korean deadlock. scmp.com South Korean Prime Minister Kim Min-seok and US President Donald Trump discussed the possible reopening of talks between Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in a meeting in Washington, Yonhap news agency reported on Saturday. | Kim told Trump he was the only Western leader to have had dialogue with North Korea's Kim and was currently the only person who could resolve issues on the Korean peninsula, Yonhap quoted Kim as telling reporters in Washington.
(2026-03-14). Israel And Its Supporters Are Causing Attacks On Jewish Institutions. caitlinjohnstone.com.au It's so obnoxious how genocide apologists like Greenblatt make a living actively telling everyone that Jews and Judaism are inseparable from the acts of the Israeli government, but whenever there's an extremist attack by someone who doesn't distinguish between western Jews and the state of Israel it gets blamed on the pro-Palestine left.
(2026-03-14). Trump is planning a ground invasion of Iran. wsws.org A ground invasion of the Iranian coastline would not be a limited or contained operation. It would be a protracted and gruesome bloodbath.
(2026-03-14). Missed Opportunity: Anil Kapoor on Turning Down 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge'. devdiscourse.com Bollywood icon Anil Kapoor recently reflected on a missed opportunity when he chose to decline a cameo role in Aditya Dhar's anticipated release, 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge'. The film, a sequel to Dhar's 2025 blockbuster, already boasts a star-studded lineup and promises to be a cinematic triumph.
(2026-03-14). Blasts hit Tehran as US said to be sending more ships to Mideast. newarab.com 
Heavy blasts shook Tehran late Friday, hours after the United States vowed After two weeks of war the Islamic republic has doubled down on defiance, launching drone and missile attacks on neighbours and keeping a stranglehold on Earlier Friday, several of its top surviving officials led a pro-government march in Tehran even as explosions…
(2026-03-14). North Korea's Missile Launch Amid US-South Korea Drills Raises Global Concerns. devdiscourse.com In a display of military power, North Korea launched approximately 10 ballistic missiles towards the eastern sea, South Korea's military reported on Saturday. This came as South Korea and the United States were conducting joint military exercises, raising regional security concerns.
(2026-03-14). Kristi Noem Is Leaving a Trail of Death Behind Her in ICE Jails. scheerpost.com Mike Ludwig for Truthout eports emerged this week of the death of two more immigrants in the custody of Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Emmanuel Damas, 56, a Haitian asylum seeker, reportedly died from an infection linked to a toothache that his family said went untreated for two weeks while Damas was incarcerated at the …
(2026-03-14). Massive Methamphetamine Destruction: India's Largest Drug Bust Success Story. devdiscourse.com The Andaman and Nicobar Police have successfully executed one of the largest drug destruction operations in India, disposing of over 6,000 kg of methamphetamine valued at Rs 36,000 crore.
(2026-03-14). A New Cuban-American Movement. portside.org A New Cuban-American Movement |
(2026-03-14). Labor's budget test will be to confront inequality or let populism grow. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-13). Unlocking Chinese Cities: Huajuhong puts the spotlight on Guangdong's 'Orange City'. ecns.cn Huajuhong, a humble citrus peel from Guangdong Province, has arouse much attention at this year's "two sessions" when Hua Chunying, China's vice foreign minister, showed a fondness for it.
(2026-03-13). In Numbers: Ecological and Environmental Code paves way for a sustainable future. ecns.cn China's top legislature on Thursday passed the landmark Ecological and Environmental Code. As China's second formal statutory code following the adoption of the Civil Code in 2020, it is set to take effect on Aug. 15, 2026.
(2026-03-14). Why more Australians are rethinking their money from the ground up. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-14). Friday Nite Videos | March 13, 2026. portside.org Friday Nite Videos | March 13, 2026 |
(2026-03-14). Devastating Russian Air Attack Near Kyiv: Four Dead, Fifteen Injured. devdiscourse.com An overnight Russian air attack outside Kyiv left four dead and fifteen wounded, according to regional officials on Saturday. The assault aimed at residential buildings, educational institutions, enterprises, and critical infrastructure in four districts.
(2026-03-14). NPA officials to undergo lifestyle audits. sanews.gov.za NPA officials to undergo lifestyle audits | The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) will proceed with lifestyle audits for its officials in a phased-in approach. | This was announced by NPA National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Advocate Andy Mothibi during a media briefing this week. | "The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has made a call for all the entities under the Justice Portfolio and those in the Justice Crime Prevention and Security Cluster to implement lifestyle audits, over and above the financial disclosures framework that is regulated by the Department o…
(2026-03-14). Daily Memo: 10 ICE Vehicles Used To Take One Person At Rancho Cucamonga Courthouse. lataco.com At least 15 total were taken via targeted arrests by ICE agents this week in Southern California.
(2026-03-14). Deputy President to attend Mosiuoa Lekota funeral. sanews.gov.za Deputy President to attend Mosiuoa Lekota funeral | Deputy President Paul Mashatile will, on behalf of President Cyril Ramaphosa, deliver the eulogy at the funeral of the late former Minister of Defence Mosiuoa Gerard Patrick "Terror" Lekota this weekend. | In honour of his contribution to South Africa's liberation struggle and democratic development, President Ramaphosa declared that he will be honoured with a Special Official Funeral Category 2. | Lekota, a veteran of the liberation struggle and former Premier of the Free State and inaugural Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, passed away on Wedn…
(2026-03-14). Violent assault on synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan ends in death of attacker. wsws.org Lebanese immigrant Ayman Mohamad Ghazali drove his truck into the entrance of Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan on Thursday morning and engaged in a gunfight with synagogue security before taking his own life.
(2026-03-14). How modern protective technology is changing security and public safety. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-14). Cuba announces the start of talks with the United States. peoplesdispatch.org The talks are taking place amid a critical energy crisis on the island, caused by new sanctions imposed on Cuba, which, according to the UN, have led to a severe health, educational, social, and food crisis.
(2026-03-14). Toronto Film Critics Association near collapse over censorship of pro-Palestinian speech. wsws.org The brief but politically significant remarks, 51 words taking 20 seconds to recite, were cut from the video recording of the awards ceremony.
(2026-03-14). Actor Vijay-led TVK says no scope for alliance with NDA in TN; dismisses talks as speculation. devdiscourse.com
(2026-03-14). Govt trying to minimise impact of war, but Congress failed to act as responsible party by creating panic: PM in Silchar. devdiscourse.com
(2026-03-14). Not so diplomatic: Witkoff, Kushner, and Trump's march to war in Iran. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-03-14). Presidente Díaz-Canel actualiza sobre estado de las relaciones con EE.UU. radiohc.cu 
El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (CCPCC) y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel informó este viernes que funcionarios cubanos han sostenido, recientemente, conversaciones con representantes del Gobierno de Estados Unidos. | Desde la sede del CCPCC, y ante miembros del Buró Político, del Secretariado del Comité Central del PCC, y del Comité Ejecutivo del Consejo de Ministros, el mandatario expresó que el diálogo se ha realizado en acción colegiada con las máximas estructuras del Partido, del Estado, y del Gobierno, en correspondencia con la consistente política que ha…
(2026-03-14). ICAP: Solidaridad internacional se multiplica en apoyo a Cuba. radiohc.cu La vicepresidenta primera del Instituto Cubano de Amistad con los Pueblos (ICAP), Noemí Rabaza Fernández afirmó este viernes que el movimiento internacional de solidaridad con Cuba multiplica su fuerza y acciones en respuesta a las nuevas medidas del Gobierno estadounidense de máxima presión económica a la isla, incluido un cerco energético. | La funcionaria destacó que suman más de mil 800 muestras en más de 150 naciones, junto a infinidad de organizaciones sindicales, juveniles, campesinas, religiosas, personalidades y activistas de los más variados ámbitos, quienes se oponen al hegemonismo imperial, al abuso y…
(2026-03-14). Presidenta Sheinbaum respalda acercamiento entre La Habana y Washington. radiohc.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum celebró este viernes el anuncio realizado por su homólogo cubano, Miguel Díaz-Canel, sobre los contactos que el Gobierno de Cuba mantiene con funcionarios de Estados Unidos, en medio de las crecientes presiones de la administración de Donald Trump contra La Habana. | " °Qué bueno!", exclamó la mandataria durante su conferencia matutina al referirse a la información divulgada por el presidente cubano. | Sheinbaum reiteró el compromiso de México con la solución pacífica de las controversias y defendió el diálogo diplomático como vía para resolver las diferencias. | En…
(2026-03-14). Díaz-Canel actualiza al pueblo cubano: Diálogo con EE.UU., situación energética y defensa de la Revolución. cubadebate.cu El Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, informó sobre la realización de conversaciones recientes con funcionarios del Gobierno de Estados Unidos. Igualmente actualizó sobre la situación electroenergética y otros temas de interés para la población.
(2026-03-14). República Dominicana regresa a la semifinal del Clásico Mundial. cubadebate.cu Con los bates ardiendo como antorchas y un béisbol que baila con la alegría del Caribe, República Dominicana noqueó hoy 10-0 a Corea del Sur y recogió en el LoanDepot Park de Miami su boleto a las semifinales del VI Clásico Mundial de Béisbol.
(2026-03-14). Universidad de Ciencias Médicas de Cienfuegos adopta medidas ante recrudecimiento del bloqueo estadounidense. radiohc.cu 
´La Universidad de Ciencia Médicas de Cienfuegos reorganiza el proceso de formación cumpliendo con indicaciones de la más alta dirección de nuestro país, ante la situación difícil que vivimos, al recrudecerse las medidas de presión contra Cuba, por el Gobierno estadounidense. ª | "En el caso de la formación de pregrado, los estudiantes del año terminal de todas las carreras de formaciones se mantienen vinculados a los escenarios, donde hoy realizan sus rotaciones y sus actividades de educación en el trabajo. | "El resto de los estudiantes continúa su proceso docente educativo en los municipios de resi…
(2026-03-14). Presidente del Parlamento cubano participa en jornada por el Día Nacional de la Defensa. radiohc.cu El presidente de la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular y del Consejo de Estado, Esteban Lazo Hernández participó este viernes en las actividades por el Día Nacional de la Defensa, acompañado por autoridades de La Habana; la ministra de Justicia, Rosabel Gamón, y jóvenes representantes del pueblo. | El Ministerio de Justicia informó en su perfil oficial de Facebook que las acciones desarrolladas en esta jornada contribuyeron al fortalecimiento de la preparación para la defensa de la Patria socialista, considerada el máximo honor y deber supremo de cada cubano. | La participación se realiza en correspondencia con…
(2026-03-14). 13 de marzo de 1957, memoria viva de la Revolución cubana. radiohc.cu El Museo de la Revolución, otrora Palacio Presidencial y sitio donde tuvieron lugar los acontecimientos, acogió este viernes un acto que recordó a los mártires del asalto al Palacio Presidencial y la toma de Radio Reloj, en su aniversario 69. | Por la ocasión se entregaron ofrendas florales a nombre del general de Ejército Raúl Castro Ruz, líder de la Revolución cubana; Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República; de los consejos de Estado y de Ministros; de los estudiantes universitarios y de la emisora Radio Reloj. | Encabezar…
(2026-03-14). Tubal Páez: El revolucionario que encontró en el periodismo su trinchera. cubadebate.cu Militante clandestino contra la dictadura de Batista, dirigente político y luego periodista, Tubal Páez Hernández dedicó más de medio siglo a contar la historia de Cuba desde las redacciones. Su vida, marcada por la modestia y el compromiso, es hoy referencia para nuevas generaciones de periodistas.
(2026-03-14). Homenaje en el Instituto de Comunicación Social a los caidos el 13 de Marzo. radiohc.cu 
El aniversario 69 de las acciones revolucionarias del 13 de marzo de 1957 se recordó en el Instituto de Comunicación Social durante la conmemoración se guardó un minuto de silencio en homenaje a los combatientes del Directorio Revolucionario que lidereados por José Antonio Echeverría asaltaron el Palacio Presidencial para ajusticiar al dictador Fulgencio Batista y tomaron la emisora Radio Reloj. | También se realizó el pase de lista simbólico de los mártires de la Federación Estudiantil Universitaria (FEU). | Durante la conmemoración se resaltó el momento en que el líder estudiantil José Antonio Echeverría desde…
(2026-03-14). Desmienten supuesto "Comunicado Especial" sobre "Opción Cero" por colapso energético en Cuba. cubadebate.cu En las últimas horas ha comenzado a circular a través de WhatsApp y otras redes sociales un mensaje que, utilizando membretes oficiales falsos, anuncia un supuesto "Comunicado Especial No. 1 del Estado Mayor Nacional de la Defensa Civil" que alerta sobre una presunta "Opción Cero" por colapso energético en el país.
(2026-03-13). Pentagon limits info, clashes with press over Iran. al-monitor.com The Pentagon's engagement with the media during the Iran war has been heavy on rhetoric, short on operational detail and characterized by an adversarial approach to mainstream outlets that seek to raise questions about the conflict.While journalists had access to detailed, often-daily briefings as well as embeds with troops during previous wars such as those in Iraq and Afghanistan, the US military has taken a markedly different approach to communicating during the Iran conflict.
(2026-03-13). What would ground troops in Iran mean for the US. newarab.com 
(2026-03-13). Economist Jeffrey Sachs: U.S.-Israeli "War of Choice," Assault on U.N. Charter Could Lead to WWIII. democracynow.org 
The global economy has been rocked by the war in the Middle East, with Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz threatening energy flows and sending the price of oil soaring to its highest level in years. The United Nations Security Council responded to the unprovoked U.S.-Israeli war by passing a resolution this week condemning Iran — specifically for its attacks on U.S. allies in the region — while ignoring the role of the Trump administration and the Netanyahu government in instigating the bloodshed. Economist Jeffrey Sachs joins Democracy Now! to discuss the fallout of the "war of choice…
(2026-03-13). How Iran turned Strait of Hormuz into potent weapon against US bombardment. scmp.com Long before the US and Israel ‚Å attacked Iran, the Islamic Republic had devised its own weapon: holding the world's main ‚Å oil lifeline hostage to offset its foes' military superiority, three regional sources familiar with Iranian planning said. | For decades, Iran has signalled that if pushed into a confrontation, it would restrict tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, the chokepoint where its adversaries are most exposed because disruptions there reverberate instantly through global energy…
(2026-03-13). Few easy ways out for US as war with Iran drags on. al-monitor.com US-Israeli strikes killed Iran's leader but have not toppled the government, which now, from its perch on the Strait of Hormuz, has put the entire world economy on the war's frontlines.The initial US victory in killing supreme leader Ali Khamenei has given way to a conflict that Washington cannot completely control, sharply limiting President Donald Trump's options.
(2026-03-13). Treasury Secretary Bessent says US will escort ships through Strait of Hormuz as Iran war spirals. wsws.org The US-Israeli war on Iran, now in its thirteenth day, is rapidly spiraling and has triggered a cascading regional crisis centred on the Strait of Hormuz — the waterway through which 20 percent of the world's oil passes.
(2026-03-13). Iran lets 2 India-flagged gas tankers sail through Strait of Hormuz, insiders say. scmp.com Iran ‚Å has allowed two Indian-flagged liquefied ‚Å petroleum gas carriers to sail through the Strait of Hormuz, ‚Å four sources with direct knowledge of the matter said, a rare exception to the Iranian blockade that has disrupted global energy supplies. | The Indian-flagged LPG tanker Shivalik crossed the Strait under escort from the Indian Navy, said two of the sources, and the second vessel, Nanda Devi, was expected to clear in the ‚Äånext few hours.
(2026-03-13). UN official calls for humanitarian cargo to be allowed through Strait of Hormuz. al-monitor.com By Jasper WardWASHINGTON, March 13 (Reuters) – A top United Nations humanitarian official on Friday called for humanitarian aid to be allowed to pass safely through the Strait of Hormuz amid the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.The comments made by Tom Fletcher, the U.N. under-secretary-generalfor humanitarian affairs and emergency relief coordinator, comes as Iran threatens to close the strait, which is considered a key trade route.
(2026-03-13). 'Expel US, Israel Envoys': Iran sets condition for Strait of Hormuz passage. ummid.com Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Tuesday March 10, 2026 asked Arab and European countries to expel the U.S. and Israeli ambassadors if they want safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-03-13). US lifts sanctions on Russia to help oil flow as war with Iran rages on. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The administration of Donald Trump has announced a 30-day exemption that allows countries to buy Russian oil and petroleum products that are currently stuck at sea due to sanctions. The move is intended to help stabilise global energy markets after crude oil prices rose above 100 dollars per barrel during the ongoing war in the Middle East. | The decision comes as global oil supplies have been badly disrupted by the conflict and by Strait of Hormuz being closed by Iran. A large portion of the world's oil exports normally passes through this crucial shipping route. | The United States Department of…
(2026-03-13). UK says Russia, Iran trying to 'hijack global economy' amid Hormuz blockade. scmp.com UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has accused Russia and Iran of attempting to "hijack the global economy" as Tehran continued to blockade a major oil shipping route. | Iran's new supreme leader has vowed to continue attacking shipping in the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for ongoing US-Israeli strikes on his country. | The blockade has seen oil prices jump to around US$100 per barrel, threatening higher inflation across the globe.
(2026-03-13). The Part of the Insurance Crisis Nobody Is Writing About. moderndiplomacy.eu The world is watching oil prices. Traders are watching tanker traffic. But inside global insurance companies right now, something else is quietly breaking. Brent crude has surged above $89 per barrel as geopolitical conflict disrupts shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz — a chokepoint carrying roughly one-fifth of the world's oil and gas. Major …
(2026-03-13). Turkish-owned ship allowed to pass through Strait of Hormuz. newarab.com 
A Turkish-owned ship that had been waiting near Iran was allowed to pass through the In comments to Turkish media on Thursday that were released on Friday, Uraloglu said Ankara had declared the highest-level security warning for the strait and continued contacts with Iranian officials regarding the situation of the remaining 14 Turkish-owned vessels there. | "Fifteen ships (with Turkish owners) were there; we obtained…
(2026-03-13). Kharg Island, struck by US, is key hub for Iran oil exports. al-monitor.com March 14 (Reuters) – Kharg Island, where U.S. forces on Friday destroyed military targets, is the hub for 90% of Iran's oil exports and has long been seen as a key vulnerability that would provoke a severe response by Tehran if attacked.President Donald Trump said on social media that the U.S. "totally obliterated every MILITARY target" on Kharg and threatened that oil infrastructure could be targeted if Iran continues to interfere with shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-03-13). Existential Attrition: Iran's Closure of the Strait of Hormuz. dissidentvoice.org 
The geopolitical genie is out of the bottle: by capitalizing on geography to disrupt global trade, countries can strengthen their strategic position at relatively low cost. — Alex Mills, The Atlantic Council, March 12, 2026 With each day of glorified actions against Iran, with each cloudy press session claiming supreme success through sheer force, the …
(2026-03-13). Headlines for March 13, 2026. democracynow.org U.S.-Israeli Attacks Have Forced 3.2 Million Iranians to Flee Their Homes, In First Public Statement, Iran's New Supreme Leader Vows to Keep Blocking Strait of Hormuz, 250+ Groups Call on Congress to Reject Request for $50 Billion in Funding for Iran War, Iranian Strike on Oman Kills Immigrant Workers as NATO Shoots Down Missile Fired at Turkey, Lebanon Death Toll Rises as Israel Bombs Central Beirut and Targets Civilian Infrastructure, Israel Drops All Charges Against Soldiers Accused of Sexually Abusing Palestinian Prisoner, Thousands March in Athens to Protest Greek Role in U.S.-Israeli Assault on Iran,…
(2026-03-13). US downplays Strait of Hormuz concerns as Trump claims 'there's nothing to be afraid of'. scmp.com The Trump administration has sought to minimise the impact of the Strait of Hormuz's effective closure while offering few details on how it might restore oil flows through the strategic waterway. | "There's nothing to be afraid of," US President Donald Trump said in an interview with Fox News aired on Friday, urging oil tankers to "show some guts." | Trump said Washington was still considering escorting ships through the strait but did not indicate whether a decision had been made.
(2026-03-13). Trump threatens to strike Kharg Island oil network if shipping lanes remain blocked. al-monitor.com By Bo Erickson, Parisa Hafezi, Maya Gebeily and Alexander CornwellWASHINGTON/DUBAI/JERUSALEM, March 14 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to order strikes on the petroleum infrastructure of Iran's Kharg Island oil hub unless Tehran stopped attacking vessels in the vital Strait of Hormuz, a warning that could further roil markets already coping with a historic disruption in supply.
(2026-03-13). Chinese sailor turns ship radio into message relay for stranded crews in Hormuz Strait. ecns.cn A Chinese sailor stranded with dozens of vessels in the Strait of Hormuz has been using his ship's radio to relay voice messages for fellow Chinese crew members who lost communications signals, helping them send updates to their families back home.
(2026-03-13). US Israel War Against Iran: Glaring Cost Difference. ummid.com The ongoing US and Israeli war against Iran and the latter's retaliatory strikes have once again demonstrated the mathematics of modern air defence.
(2026-03-13). USAF KC-135 'Stratotanker' shot down, ISR aircraft forced to replace destroyed ground-based radars. infobrics.org Precisely because of Iranian retaliatory strikes American combat aircraft have been forced to operate from bases further away, which made the KC-135 "Stratotankers" so critical. In addition, due to massive damage to US bases across the Middle East, particularly radar installations, Washington DC is now forced to use more ISR (intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance) aircraft to provide its forces with critical combat data.
(2026-03-13). International Union of Muslim Scholars criticizes Iranian strikes on Arab states but says Israel is main threat to region. longwarjournal.org A senior leader of the Qatar-based Muslim Brotherhood-aligned International Union of Muslim Scholars condemned Iran's recent retaliatory strikes against Middle Eastern countries while also urging Muslims to unite against a broader 'Zionist-American project.' Despite criticizing Tehran, the group remains focused on Israel as the primary adversary of the Islamic world.
(2026-03-13). The UK can't decide if it's in or out on war with Iran, but Russia gets an outright 'no'. thecanary.co 
So, our government says it doesn't want war with Iran, yet backs the warhawks attacking Iran, and tells the British public that flying sorties 'saves' British lives. British MPs are still straddling the fence over Trump's Iran war. But, even the Zionist-leaning Telegraph warned that these developments could plunge the country into a recession as […] | By
(2026-03-13). Mearsheimer: "there is no state on the planet more ruthless, more murderous than the Israelis" thecanary.co 
American political scientist and professor John Mearsheimer warned in an interview that if Israel starts losing its war on Iran, it will not hesitate to use nuclear weapons. He described Israel as the most ruthless state on the planet and warned that its influence in Washington has dragged the US into a war it never […] | By
(2026-03-13). Trump, the Dying Multilateral Order, and the Global South. fpif.org In the second year of Donald Trump's second term, beginning with the kidnaping of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on January 2, 2026, followed by the war of choice he has waged against Iran alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the U.S. president has continued his demolition of the 80-year-old global order set up by Washington in the aftermath of the Second World War. | That dying regime is a structure of rules, practices, and policies maintaining the hegemony of the United States and the rest of the capitalist West that was promoted with the rhetoric of freedom, free trade, and democracy. In r…
(2026-03-13). Israel had no plan to beat Iran, but set the region ablaze anyway. thecanary.co 
Israeli war criminals waging war on Iran, despite admitting to having no plan to beat Iran, will burn down the house and unleash chaos on the wider region. The heat is rising. Energy prices are soaring, ships are being rerouted, and we have even heard talks of maritime escort operations. So who cares if the […] | By
(2026-03-13). Attack on Iran sparks dissent in U.S. Armed Forces — what next? workers.org 
The battle that started with the Feb. 28 U.S.-Israeli death machine's unprovoked assault on Iran has in its first 11 days expanded to a regional conflagration and is moving at undetermined speed toward a world war. Veterans For Peace offers assistance to GI dissenters. Antiwar and anti-imperialist activists in the . . . |
(2026-03-13). Origins of the Current US/Israeli War on Iran. dissidentvoice.org DV coeditor Faramarz Farbod, who teaches Political Science at Moravian University, is the guest on Berks Community TV's "Centering on Peace" program. In this episode titled "Origins of the Current US/Israeli War on Iran," Farbod traces the origins of the current war from the beginnings of the 20th Century to today. The host is John …
(2026-03-13). Facing rockets, Arabs in northern Israel fume over lack of shelters. al-monitor.com Threatened by volleys of Hezbollah rockets and missiles from Iran, residents of Arab towns in northern Israel are complaining about a lack of public shelters."The state is obliged to build public shelters so that the entire population has access to safe havens," Mazen Ghanayem, mayor of the town of Sakhnin, told AFP. "Yet our town doesn't have a single public shelter worthy of the name."Located just 20 kilometres from the border with Lebanon, the town's 36,000 residents have grown all too used to the rockets fired by Hezbollah.
(2026-03-13). An emergency meeting on Iran. workers.org 
After the U.S. and Israel launched a surprise attack on Iran Workers World managing editor Monica Moorehead opens Workers World Party emergency meeting, March 5, 2026. assassinating Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, his family and staff, as well as massacring almost 200 people at a girls' elementary school — . . . |
(2026-03-13). 'Missile for Epstein Victims': Iran Sets New War Narrative. ummid.com In a personal blow to U.S. President Donald Trump, Iran is now launching missiles on Israeli capital Tel Aviv and American bases in Gulf countries that are written with a message sympathizing victims of Jeffry Epstein.
(2026-03-13). Trump and Netanyahu's Iran quagmire is wrecking the global economy. scmp.com A declining superpower and an aspiring regional hegemon make a deadly combination. The warmongering duo of the United States and Israel have now given the world an illegal and potentially catastrophic war in Iran. | It's a tragic irony that both countries have a culture of extreme self-righteousness, with a constant army of apologists telling others they must stand up to evil wherever it exists because if they don't, it will come for them one day.
(2026-03-13). Iranian leaders determined to prove Islamic staying power. al-monitor.com Iran's leaders are seeking to show the staying power of their near half-century old clerical-based system and prove that it can withstand the killing of its longtime ruler and war with United States and Israel, analysts said.Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, supreme leader since the death of revolutionary founder Ruhollah Khomeini in 1989, was killed along with several family members and top security figures in air strikes at the start of the US-Israeli attacks late last month.
(2026-03-13). Israeli Journalist Gideon Levy: Israel Will Not Stop Wars & Occupation Until U.S. Pulls Support. democracynow.org 
Inside Israel, "there is no room for any question marks or doubts about this war," says journalist Gideon Levy, a columnist for Haaretz and a member of the newspaper's editorial board. He says war fever has taken over the country, with polls showing 93% support for the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran, Lebanon and beyond — at least among the Jewish public. "Israel is doing as much as it can," he says. "As long as the American support is so massive, so blind and so automatic, this will go on." | Levy also criticizes Israel's military censorship system that strictly lim…
(2026-03-13). As US Wages War for Regime Change, Iran Affirms Continuity. orinocotribune.com By Aseel Saleh — Mar 11, 2026 | The appointment of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei underscores Iran's political cohesion during the time of war, and its intention to continue military confrontation with Israel and the US. | Iran's Assembly of Experts announced on Sunday, March 8, the appointment of Ayatollah Seyed Mojtaba Khamenei (56) as the third supreme leader of the Islamic Republic. | The announcement came several days after his predecessor and father, Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei,
(2026-03-13). US-Israel-Iran War: Multiple explosions reported in Dubai, US Embassy targeted in Iraq as Iran escalates strikes | LIVE UPDATES. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: As strikes by the United States and Israel continue to hit Iran, and Iran targets shipping and energy facilities in the Persian Gulf, there is still no sign that the war will end soon. | US-Israel-Iran War: Multiple explosions reported in Dubai, US Embassy targeted in Iraq as Iran escalates strikes | LIVE UPDATES…
(2026-03-13). War on Iran: 'It's abominable, the lies that the American mainstream media is telling the people'. asiapacificreport.nz Democracy Now! AMY GOODMAN: The US-Israeli war on Iran has entered its 11th day. Its impact is being increasingly felt across the globe. Al Jazeera is reporting residents of Tehran overnight experienced "some of the most intense bombardment" of the war. At least 40 people were reportedly killed near the city's Risalat Square. In Lebanon,…
(2026-03-13). 'Open War': Why Pakistan Just Launched a Deadly Assault on Afghanistan. thealtworld.com As the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and the Israeli war on Lebanon rapidly escalate, Pakistan has launched deadly airstrikes inside Afghanistan, killing dozens of civilians in what it calls an "open war." Obaidullah Baheer, Adjunct Lecturer at the American University of Afghanistan, joins to discuss what he calls "a war that has no endgame," explaining how Pakistan's attacks are destabilizing a country already struggling with 7.2 million returning refugees and a crippled economy. | He also discusses the hypocrisy of the U.S. designating Afghanistan a "global sponsor of abductions" while ignoring its own history of re…
(2026-03-13). Iranian Leaders Join Millions-Strong Marches For Quds Day. popularresistance.org Amid US claims that Iran's leadership was hiding underground "like rats," the Islamic Republic's top officials appeared in public and openly walked the streets while attending a Quds Day rally in the capital, Tehran, on 13 March. | Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, and security chief Ali Larijani were all seen among demonstrators at the Quds Day rally, held yearly on the last Friday of Ramadan to express solidarity with the Palestinian people and to oppose Israel and Zionism. | "Despite the so-called 'brutal attacks' by the Zionist regime and the United States, millions of Iran…
(2026-03-13). Iran, US threaten attacks on oil facilities. al-monitor.com Iran threatened Saturday to reduce US-linked oil facilities to "a pile of ashes" as the two-week-old Middle East war spilled over into a global oil price crisis.Iranian armed forces issued the warning after US President Donald Trump said he may decide to "wipe out" Iran's largest oil export hub on its Kharg Island.Waves of drone, missile and aerial bombing have displaced millions in the region and reportedly killed more than 1,200 people in Iran since the United States and Israel opened hostilities on February 28.
(2026-03-13). War has halted Gulf oil flow ⚪ and restarting it be easy. al-monitor.com The war in the Middle East has largely paralysed the Gulf region's crucial oil industry, which has been hit by attacks and an export blockade.The war has forced companies to dramatically slow or even halt production ⚪ and restarting it will not be easy, even when the war is over.- What has been targeted? -Since the war started with US-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28, at least 33 strikes or attempted strikes have targeted energy infrastructure in the Middle East, according to an AFP tally.
(2026-03-13). Collapse of Global Trust in Western Diplomacy. ummid.com The unfolding war against Iran — driven, in the view of many observers, by the strategic calculations of U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has become a defining moment in the collapse of global trust in Western diplomacy.
(2026-03-13). The Inner Cabinet and the Outer Media. dissidentvoice.org Anyone who is not sick at heart and raging over the slaughter of over 165 young Iranian girls at a school by the American-Israeli monsters waging war on Iran is depraved and evil. It sickens me to state something so obvious, but I am afraid it is true that many are not distraught by the news. …
(2026-03-13). Vienna: 'Hands off Iran!'. workers.org 
Some 800 people demonstrated March 7 marching along the Ring Road encircling downtown Vienna, Austria's capital. They took a strong position opposing the U.S.-Israeli aggression against Iran that began with a bomb and rocket attack Feb. 28. Vienna, March 7, 2026. Credit: Wolfgang Berger Bergwolf The demonstrators expressed their solidarity . . . |
(2026-03-13). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-03-13). US-Israeli war on Iran makes a mockery of global governance rules. scmp.com The US-Israeli attacks on Iran have profound implications for the global governance order. For America, the world's mightiest power, to attack another nation without congressional or UN approval condemns the rules-based order to the dustbin of history. | Governance is about checks and balance by rules, self-restraint or simply a humble appreciation that waging "forever wars" often ends up in self-destruction. War is such an extreme and costly measure it should only be undertaken after careful…
(2026-03-13). Dozens of airstrikes target Iran-backed militias across Iraq. longwarjournal.org The unclaimed airstrikes, likely conducted by the United States as part of US-Israeli operations against the Islamic Republic of Iran, have targeted several Tehran-allied militias in Iraq and reportedly caused significant casualties. The US has not commented on these operations, which include over 30 reported strikes on the groups, who continue to attack US forces in the region.
(2026-03-13). Trump's Iran War Threatens a Refugee Crisis on a Scale That Dwarfs Syria. bylinetimes.com The US and Israeli air campaign against Iran is likely to have numerous unintended consequences. One of the most significant is the potential for a massive humanitarian disaster and refugee crisis that spills over into Europe. | It has the potential to be far larger than the Syrian refugee crisis, which had
(2026-03-13). Far-right US leaders' religious extremism boosts Islamophobia. thecanary.co 
Since the escalation of Israel's genocide in Gaza in 2023, the US far right has been exploiting the chance to spread Islamophobia even further. And a new report suggests that prominent US figures have been increasingly using the rhetoric of Christian extremism to do so, particularly around the illegal US-Israeli war on Iran. 'Overtly religious' […] | By
(2026-03-13). Ukraine No Longer Priority for Western Europe: Weapons and Funding Redirected to Middle East. globalresearch.ca Due to the war between the United States-Israel and Iran, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is fading into the background. Ukraine is no longer a top priority for Western allies, as weapons and aid are being redirected to defend against Iranian …
(2026-03-13). How To Read Hezbollah's Return to the Battlefield. orinocotribune.com By Ibrahim Al-Amine — MaR 11, 2026 | The return of the resistance to the battlefield this swiftly was not, despite elements suggesting otherwise, simply an act of solidarity with Iran. For Hezbollah, the conflict has entered an existential phase, and direct confrontation has become the only way to change the balance of power on the ground. | Understanding this moment requires examining what happened inside the Hezbollah organization since the large-scale war ended in late November 2024. The war was costly. Israel assassinated key figures in the party's political and military leadership. Yet after absorbing t…
(2026-03-13). Israel shifts to hyperlocal targeting in Iran as regime military power degrades (March 11-13 updates). longwarjournal.org The Iran conflict has entered a new phase after US—Israeli strikes have destroyed key military infrastructure, killed thousands of regime personnel, and degraded Iran's missile and drone launch rates. Israel has shifted toward hyperlocal targeting of repression units and regime figures inside Tehran, often aided by intelligence from Iranians on the ground. Simultaneously, the Tehran regime has publicly projected stability after Mojtaba Khamenei's elevation to supreme leader, despite Khamenei's continued absence from public view and some signs of internal strain.
(2026-03-13). Israel Expands Bombing Campaign and Mass Displacement in Lebanon. truthout.org We speak with journalist Lylla Younes in Lebanon, where she says Israel's "massacres are multiplying" amid the broader U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. Israeli strikes have killed nearly 700 people in Lebanon over the past two weeks, while attacks have expanded to include areas of central Beirut, which Israel claims are aimed at the powerful Hezbollah militia. This comes as Israel has vowed to expand its… |
(2026-03-13). Trump's Iran Mistake Expands beyond Middle East with Impacts in Eurasia and across the Globe. globalresearch.ca The past weekend offered, once again, a blunt reminder that the US-Israel war against Iran is not unfolding as many in Washington and Tel Aviv had hoped. | Iranian missile and drone strikes have caused casualties inside Israel, while attacks on …
(2026-03-13). The war on Iran is Washington's most unpopular war in history among the US public. peoplesdispatch.org As the US-Israeli war on Iran reaches its third week, polls, protests, and congressional pushback suggest opposition in the United States is deepening to historic levels.
(2026-03-13). Iran Strikes US Fifth Fleet Base; Bahrain Erupts In Uprising. popularresistance.org Since February 28, following the Israeli-US war of aggression against Iran, the Islamic Republic has targeted vital US military infrastructure bases in Persian Gulf nations, the worst hit being Bahrain. Simultaneously, the assassination of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has revived the predominantly Shia island's 2011 revolutionary fervor. | With round the clock missile and drone strikes, civil unrest, damage to vital infrastructure and even rumors that its leader has fled, chaos has characterized the state of affairs in Bahrain.
(2026-03-13). They Lied About The School Bombing In Iran, And They're Going To Keep On Lying. caitlinjohnstone.com.au And Other Notes: ; ⚪ ‚ùñ | An ongoing internal US military investigation has reportedly Remember all the hasbarists and empire apologists who said it was a misfired Iranian missile that hit the school. Remember how aggressively and uniform…
(2026-03-13). Trump says US bombed Iran's Kharg Island, threatens oil infrastructure. scmp.com ‚Å US ‚Å President ‚Å Donald Trump said on Friday that the United ‚ÄåStates had carried out strikes against "every military target" on Iran's Kharg Island export hub. | "For reasons ‚Å of decency, I have ‚Äåchosen NOT to wipe out the Oil ‚ÄåInfrastructure on the ‚Å Island," ‚Å Trump said in a social media post. | "However, should Iran, or anyone ‚Äåelse, ‚Äådo anything to interfere ‚Äåwith the Free ‚Å and Safe Passage of ‚&A…
(2026-03-13). Iran war puts many in US on high alert, but synagogue attack shows limits. al-monitor.com (Refiles to wider audience with no changes to text or headline)By Ted Hesson, Jonathan Allen and Rich McKayWASHINGTON, March 13 (Reuters) – U.S. law enforcement officials are on heightened alert as the Iran war enters its third week, but the limits of their vigilance were on display as seeming lone-wolf attacks unfolded more than 500 miles apart in Virginia and Michigan on Thursday alone.
(2026-03-13). International Working Women's Day: 'Free Cilia Flores!'. workers.org 
An International Working Women's Day action was held for Venezuela's kidnapped First Combatant Cilia Flores at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, New York, on March 8. Brooklyn Against War organized the rally and march with many participating organizations. Report and photo by Sara Flounders |
(2026-03-13). Acting President Delcy Rodríguez: US Recognition to Help Venezuela Recover its Right to Life. orinocotribune.com Acting President Delcy Rodríguez has announced the victory of Chavista leadership following the US empire legally recognizing the Venezuelan authorities. | "I am proud, because today's news is that the Venezuelan government has been legally recognized," Rodríguez stated this Wednesday, March 11. "This is not recognition of a person or a government; it is recognition of a country, so that the country can recover its way of life, can breathe again in terms of services, health, and education." | The statement followed a notification from the US State Department to a New York federal court formally recognizing the…
(2026-03-13). Venezuelans March in Caracas Demanding Freedom for President Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores. orinocotribune.com 
Venezuelans marched in Caracas on Thursday, March 12, in support of peace and freedom and reaffirming their commitment to national sovereignty. The marchers called for the freedom of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, National Assembly Deputy Cilia Flores, illegally imprisoned in the US. | The mobilization brought together social movements and organized communities from the early hours of Thursday morning at Plaza Morelos de Bellas Artes, the starting point of the march. | Mobilization in Caracas reaffirming Venezuelan sovereignty and demanding freedom for President Maduro. Photo: Ricardo Malik/Telesur. | The…
(2026-03-13). Israel enforces draconian Gaza closure during Ramadan. electronicintifada.net Fve Palestinians killed by Israeli settlers in occupied West Bank.
(2026-03-13). US Joins ICJ Case to Defend Israel From Allegations of Genocide. truthout.org After over two years of arming and otherwise supporting the Israeli government as it lays waste to the Gaza Strip — even after an October ceasefire deal — the United States this week officially joined an International Court of Justice case to defend Israel from allegations of genocide. The United Nations' primary tribunal announced Friday that the Trump administration had filed a declaration… |
(2026-03-13). US Joins ICJ Case to Claim Genocide Allegations Against Israel 'False'. scheerpost.com Jessica Corbett for Common Dreams After over two years of arming and otherwise supporting the Israeli government as it lays waste to the Gaza Strip—even after an October ceasefire deal—the United States this week officially joined an International Court of Justice case to defend Israel from allegations of genocide. The United Nations' primary tribunal announced Friday that the Trump administration had filed a declaration of intervention under Article 63 …
(2026-03-13). Why is Israel dropping leaflets with QR codes over Beirut. newarab.com 
The Israeli army dropped a large number of leaflets over the Lebanese capital Beirut on Friday, some of which call on citizens to demand the disarmament of Hezbollah and insist that the decision should be in their hands rather than others'. | Others were designed to resemble a newspaper, carrying the headline: "In light of the great success in Gaza, the New Reality newspaper arrives in Lebanon… Where is our state heading?" | The move comes as fighting between Israel and Hezbollah continues to intensify, with Israel rejecting diplomatic overtures from Beirut amid the ongoing conflict, according to reports on the…
(2026-03-13). Third Ramadan under genocide has not squashed its spirit. electronicintifada.net No call to prayer. No children playing. Few late night gatherings and hardly any standing mosques. Gaza's holy month has been a silent one.
(2026-03-13). Palestinian actor says he attend Oscars because of US travel ban. al-monitor.com By Kanishka SinghWASHINGTON, March 13 (Reuters) – Palestinian actor Motaz Malhees said on Friday that a travel ban imposed by the Trump administration is preventing him from attending this weekend's Academy Awards, whose nominees include a movie in which he has a starring role."The Voice of Hind Rajab," a film about a five-year-old Palestinian girl killed by Israeli forces in Gaza in 2024, has been Oscar-nominated for best international feature film.
(2026-03-13). Trump and Netanyahu pave way to end Arab-Jewish conflict. onlineopinion.com.au After Iran and Gaza, the old two-state formula looks finished. Is it time to rethink how the Arab-Jewish conflict is actually resolved?
(2026-03-13). Starmer suspended national security safeguarding rules to protect Mandelson. thecanary.co 
In his latest 'smoking-gun, the Canary's Ranjan Balakumaran examines the partial release of the Mandelson files. These files concern Keir Starmer's decision to appoint Jefferey Epstein fanboy, Peter Mandelson to top-tier government positions. Balakumaran shows that beyond turning a blind eye to Mandelson's seedy relationship with serial child-rapist, Downing Street's negligible actions go further. The rules […] | By
(2026-03-13). US War Secretary taunts Iranian leadership for 'hiding' while they are defiant on street rallies. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report The war on Iran has coincided with the release of large troves of US government files that documented the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's ties to rich and powerful people, reports Al Jazeera. President Donald Trump, who has denounced Epstein as a "creep", had been photographed many times with the financier who…
(2026-03-13). UK's Peter Mandelson and ex-prince Andrew pictured in bathrobes with Jeffrey Epstein. scmp.com A photograph of Britain's former prince Andrew and veteran politician Peter Mandelson sitting in bathrobes alongside late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was unearthed on Friday in previously published documents. | The image is believed to be the first known photograph of the two men with Epstein. They are both currently engulfed in scandal in the UK over their ties to their mutual friend.
(2026-03-13). Naspers' Brics Strategy Shows Emerging Markets Drive Global Value. infobrics.org Investments across China, Brazil and India narrow discount and underscore growth shift…
(2026-03-13). Juan Cole, Trump and the Return of the White Man's Burden. scheerpost.com Intro by Tom Engelhardt, Article by Juan Cole Once again, the "President of Peace" Donald Trump who, while running for office in 2016, announced that "regime change is a proven, absolute failure," has taken out after "the natives," eager to change regimes in distant lands. These days, of course, the country on which he's particularly focused is …
(2026-03-13). China makes rapid progress in brain-computer interface technology: Chinese Expert. ecns.cn Brain-computer interfaces (BCI) became a buzz word during China's 2026 "two sessions." The term was included for the first time in the government work report.
(2026-03-13). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-03-13). HKSAR govt actively aligns with national 15th Five-Year Plan to promote high-quality development, says chief executive. ecns.cn John Lee, chief executive of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), said on Thursday that Hong Kong will actively align with the outline of the 15th Five-Year Plan to contribute to further deepening reform and advancing Chinese modernization.
(2026-03-13). Will Hungary's Upcoming Elections Shape the EU's Future? globalresearch.ca The Hungarian parliamentary elections, scheduled for April 12, are the most important in Europe this year because they will shape the European Union's future course, which currently lacks a unified vision and clear strategy across all issues. |
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(2026-03-13). US offers reward for information on supreme leader, senior officials. al-monitor.com By Ryan Patrick JonesMarch 13 (Reuters) – The United States is offering a reward of up to $10 million for information about senior Iranian military and intelligence officials, including its new Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei.The reward targets 10 officials associated with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), according to the State Department website. The military force, created after Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution, is loyal to the supreme leader and tasked with protecting the Shi'ite clerical establishment.
(2026-03-13). India wins 3rd straight T20 World Cup. ummid.com India on Sunday March 08, 2026 defeated New Zealand in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Final played at Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad.
(2026-03-13). India and West Asia Crisis: Managing Interdependence in Volatile Region. ummid.com West Asia will not stabilise on India's timeline. The shocks will keep coming. The only real question is whether the right systems — and the right clarity — are already in place when they do.
(2026-03-13). DOGE Bros Used ChatGPT To Gut DEI, But Couldn't Define It. newsone.com 
Source: Photos courtesy of Modern Language Association DOGE Bros — Nathan Cavanaugh and Justin Fox. | Two former employees of the now-defunct Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Nathan Cavanaugh and Justin Fox — now infamously known as the "DOGE bros" online — are facing intense scrutiny after newly released deposition testimony revealed the controversial process used to The testimonies, recorded back in January, became public as part of a motion for summary jud…
(2026-03-13). LGBTQ+ rights worsen in several countries following US policy changes. globalvoices.org Across nations, governments are shifting their political priorities with the change in the US position on gender issuesOriginally published on By Brindaalakshmi K. | Author's note: This article specifically…
(2026-03-13). NGO: 14% of Lebanese territory under Israeli evacuation warnings. newarab.com 
Israeli evacuation warnings cover 14 percent of Lebanese territory, the Norwegian Refugee Council said Friday, as Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war last week when Israel expanded its strikes in Lebanon on Friday, targeting m…
(2026-03-13). Belarus accounts for 30% of Russian Arkhangelsk Oblast's foreign trade. eng.belta.by Minsk hosted the 6th meeting of the working group on cooperation between Belarus and Russian Arkhangelsk Oblast on 12 March. The meeting was chaired by Bellesbumprom Head Aleksandr Pshenny and | Deputy Chairman of the Arkhangelsk Oblast government Igor Murayev.
(2026-03-13). 2 200 soldiers deployed to five provinces. sanews.gov.za 2 200 soldiers deployed to five provinces | President Cyril Ramaphosa has informed the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces of his decision to deploy 2 200 members of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) for service in cooperation with the South African Police Service (SAPS). | This is in line with section 201 (3) (a)(b)(c) and (d) of the Constitution. | According to the Presidency, the deployment serves to prevent and combat crime, and support and preserve law and order under Operation Prosper which is targeting illegal mining and gangsterism. | "The deployed members of the SANDF…
(2026-03-13). Iranian Submarine Sunk By ATACMS Short Range Ballistic Missile. twz.com 
(2026-03-13). Eid 2026 Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia on Wed March 18. ummid.com Eid 2026 Moon: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and neighboring Arab states are gearing up to sight the Eid 2026 Moon, Crescent, of the month of Shawwal on Wednesday 29th of Ramadan 1447 AH corresponding to March 18, 2026.
(2026-03-13). Student workers hold "Last Chance" pickets across University of California System. wsws.org Around 40,000 UC workers in United Auto Workers Local 4811 voted overwhelmingly to strike, but have been kept on the job by union officials nearly two weeks since their contract expired on March 1.
(2026-03-13). Sen. Josh Hawley's Bill Would Undo Federal Approval of Mifepristone Nationwide. truthout.org U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley filed legislation this week that would undo federal approval of mifepristone, a key abortion drug, nationwide. The move underscores the anti-abortion movement's growing dissatisfaction with the Trump administration's approach to the issue. "Congress must act now to protect the health and safety of women," Hawley, a Republican from Missouri, said in a Wednesday statement. |
(2026-03-13). Finland announces possible deployment of nuclear weapons, directly threatening Russia. infobrics.org Moscow believes deployment of nuclear weapons in Finland will escalate tensions in Europe.
(2026-03-13). US-owned tanker attacked near Iraq was hit by unmanned boats, early findings show. al-monitor.com By Lisa BaertleinLOS ANGELES, March 13 (Reuters) – Two explosive-laden, unmanned boats rammed the Safesea Vishnu tanker in an Iraqi seaport on Wednesday, sparking a fiery blast that engulfed the vessel's port side in flames and left crew only seconds to react, according to an early assessment conducted by the vessel's U.S. owner and operator."After speaking to the surviving crew members, the attack appears to have been deliberate and calculated," New Jersey-based Safesea Group said in a statement.
(2026-03-13). Flab for beef campaign in East China city draws over 2,700 challengers. ecns.cn A novel weight-loss campaign offering beef as a reward has attracted more than 2,700 challengers in Wuxi City, east China's Jiangsu Province, as of Thursday, media reported.
(2026-03-13). Mowed down with firearms: settler terror in West Bank leaves Palestinians 'humiliated' after killing 3 men in village. mondoweiss.net 
After three men from the West Bank village of Abu Falah were killed in an Israeli settler pogrom, residents say they feel "paralyzed" and "humiliated" that they can be killed in front of their homes without consequences.
(2026-03-13). Peru's "El‚ÄØNiño‚ÄØ2026" : Heat, floods and criminal government neglect claim scores of lives. wsws.org The disaster has exposed once again how a corrupt ruling oligarchy and its political representatives are unable and unwilling to protect the lives and welfare of the masses of Peruvian working people.
(2026-03-13). Washington wants out. Iran isn't opening the door. mronline.org 
The war was Washington's choice. Iran has set the terms for ending it.
(2026-03-13). Shanghai ranks second on Time Out's 2026 list of world's best cities. ecns.cn British city culture magazine Time Out released its 2026 list of the world's 50 best cities on Wednesday, placing Shanghai second, the highest-ranked city in Asia.
(2026-03-13). Right-Fitting Senior Indian Homeownership. ummid.com The real luxury in the silver years is optionality — the freedom to travel to see grandchildren, to join a hobby club, or to simply enjoy a sunset in a park that you do not have to mow yourself.
(2026-03-13). Why Palestinians in Lebanon are losing faith in UNRWA schools. newarab.com 
As Many live in overcrowded camps that have long depended on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) for education, healthcare, and basic services. | But as war and displacement place even greater pressure on the age…
(2026-03-13). Judge quashes subpoenas of Fed chair, says investigation was 'politically motivated'. scmp.com A federal judge on Friday quashed US Justice Department subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve in January, a severe blow to an investigation that has already attracted strong criticism on Capitol Hill. | Judge James Boasberg said that a "mountain of evidence suggests" that the purpose of the subpoenas was simply to pressure the Fed to cut its key interest rate, as US President Donald Trump has repeatedly demanded.
(2026-03-13). Lukashenko: Discipline policy enters new stage. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko announced the beginning of a | new stage in the requirements for maintaining discipline as he spoke to | journalists during a working trip to Mogilev Oblast on 13 March.
(2026-03-13). China's foreign trade up 18.3% in first two months of 2026. ecns.cn China's foreign trade surged 18.3% year-on-year in the first two months of 2026, marking a robust start to the year, according to Tuesday's data from the General Administration of Customs.
(2026-03-13). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-03-13). Trump's Advice for Iran to Skip World Cup "for Their Safety" Leads to Questions. truthout.org In a Truth Social post on Thursday, President Donald Trump suggested that the Iranian national soccer team should not come to the U.S. for the FIFA World Cup this summer — remarks that some social media users interpreted as a threat. "The Iran National Soccer Team is welcome to The World Cup, but I really don't believe it is appropriate that they be there, for their own life and safety,"… |
(2026-03-13). Workers Struggles: Asia, Australia and the Pacific. wsws.org India: West Bengal tea plantation workers protest low wages; Bangladeshi construction workers demand outstanding wages and Eid allowance; Pakistan: Punjab public sector employees protest austerity; Tasmanian public sector workers escalate industrial action; Australian Broadcasting Corporation workers vote for industrial action.
(2026-03-13). Mysterious Libertarian Venture in the Caribbean. fpif.org The small Caribbean island nation of Saint Kitts and Nevis has been Destiny's developers are making big promises about the potential of the project. Their website touts Destiny as the "World's First Special Sustainability Zone" and the "Monaco-Dubai of the Caribbean." As an experiment in "revolutionary eco-luxury liv…
(2026-03-13). Pentagon Moves More Troops, Warships to the Middle East. news.antiwar.com Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has approved a request from CENTCOM (U.S Central Command) to send additional Marines and warships to the Middle East, according to three U.S officials. CENTCOM, which is responsible for all U.S forces in the Middle East, requested an amphibious ready group and an attached Marine expeditionary unit, which generally consists …
(2026-03-13). Repression of the Palestine movement continues with ban of Al-Quds Day march in London. peoplesdispatch.org Activists in Britain express concern about repression of civil liberties as Starmer government bans Al-Quds Day march and enables US strikes on Iran.
(2026-03-13). Iran vows 'stronger' response than January if new protests erupt. newarab.com 
(2026-03-13). Kash Patel Announces 'Historic Seminar' In Which FBI Agents Will Be Trained By UFC Fighters. newsone.com 
(2026-03-13). Comicomment: The bloodied 'peace' rhetoric. ecns.cn While claiming to defend human rights and peace, U.S. actions leave destruction and suffering, as UN High Commissioner Volker Tàºrk warned: missiles only bring "death, destruction, and human suffering." Geopolitical pursuits at the cost of innocent lives perpetuate violence and hatred in the region.
(2026-03-13). Securing South Africa's water future requires collective action. sanews.gov.za Securing South Africa's water future requires collective action | Water is a fundamental component of human dignity and a constitutional right rather than a service, writes Deputy Government Spokesperson, William Baloyi. | Water serves as a vital economic facilitator because small enterprises, mining activities, tourism, agriculture, and construction cannot survive without reliable water. Water is an essential part of life, and no one can survive without it. | As a water-scarce country, receiving about half the global average rainfall, unevenly distributed across regions and seasons, South Africa requires a coord…
(2026-03-13). China sends two test satellites into orbit. ecns.cn China successfully launched two experimental satellites aboard a Long March 2D rocket early on Friday from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center.
(2026-03-13). Gen Z Triumphs in Nepal, Falters in Bangladesh. ummid.com During the last six months, there have been two political movements and subsequent elections in India's immediate neighbourhood – Bangladesh and Nepal, which might have an impact on India's regional aspirations and impact.
(2026-03-13). Haitian Asylum Seeker Found Unresponsive Days After Being Stranded at ICE-ISAP Office. lataco.com Daphy Michel, 31, was surveilled by ICE via ankle monitor as part of their "Alternatives to Detention Program." She was found dead at a Pittsburgh bus shelter on March 2.
(2026-03-13). Japan taps oil reserves as Iran war spreads. Could it give China leverage? scmp.com Japan's unilateral decision to release oil from its emergency stockpiles highlights its vulnerability to prolonged supply disruptions and may leave it more exposed to economic pressure from China amid tense bilateral relations, according to analysts. | Tokyo announced earlier this week that it planned to release a total of 80 million barrels starting March 16, marking the first time it would independently tap its national reserves. The decision came ahead of a coordinated response by the…
(2026-03-13). Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro in ICU with pneumonia. scmp.com Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro has pneumonia and is receiving treatment in an intensive care unit, a hospital in the capital, Brasilia, said on Friday. | Earlier in the day, Bolsonaro's eldest son, Flavio, said on social media that his father was being transferred from prison to the hospital after waking up with chills and vomiting.
(2026-03-13). Mother and three sons in custody over US embassy bomb in Norway. al-monitor.com OSLO, March 13 (Reuters) – Three brothers and their mother have been remanded in police custody for up to four weeks on suspicion of taking part in the bombing of the U.S. embassy in Oslo last week, a Norwegian court said in a ruling on Friday.The U.S. embassy was hit by an explosion on Sunday and police later said they had apprehended the suspects, accusing them of a "terror bombing" intended to kill or cause significant damage.
(2026-03-13). How Gold Coast Council hid a depot proposal in plain sight. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-13). Hands off Iran! — Rally against the Iran war in Frankfurt-Main. wsws.org The ever expanding war front proves that appeals to the ruling class, as presented on the stage of the demonstration, will achieve nothing…
(2026-03-13). Nasa clears Artemis moon rocket for an April launch with 4 astronauts. scmp.com Nasa cleared its moon rocket on Thursday for an April launch with four astronauts after completing the latest round of repairs. | The 98-metre (322-foot) rocket will roll out of the hangar and back to the pad next week at Florida's Kennedy Space Centre, leading to a launch attempt as early as April 1. It will mark humanity's first trip to the moon in more than 50 years.
(2026-03-13). 'There's volatile times ahead' for the Pacific, warns Barbara Dreaver. asiapacificreport.nz By Susana Suisuiki, RNZ Pacific Waves host TVNZ's 1News Pacific correspondent Barbara Dreaver has released a new memoir looking back at over 30 years of reporting in the region. The book, titled Be Brave, details moments in Dreaver's career in the Pacific from covering natural disasters to coups and personal tragedies. Speaking to Pacific Waves,…
(2026-03-13). Cuban president confirms talks with US and invites FBI to the island. wsws.org Díaz‚ÄëCanel's talk of "dialogue" in reality signals negotiations over the terms of Havana's capitulation to US imperialism.
(2026-03-13). Marine Expeditionary Unit Deploying To The Middle East: Report (Updated). twz.com 
The Pentagon is reportedly moving a Marine Expeditionary Unit and additional warships to the Middle East, as the war with Iran continues. The move,