(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). Russia wins the war on Iran. strategic-culture.su Moscow is getting more oil revenue and Ukraine will get fewer defensive weapons. | By Ted SNIDER | Join us on , , and . | Contact us:…
(2026-03-14). L'approccio di Russia e India alla guerra contro l'Iran. strategic-culture.su Il partenariato strategico tra Russia e Iran — anche se non prevede un trattato militare — si articola su diversi livelli interconnessi. | Segue nostro Questa è la seconda parte di un'analisi in due parti. Si prega di leggere la prima parte Il presidente Putin ha inviato un messaggio cortese all'Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, con…
(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). 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). 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). 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). 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). Decoding the First Epstein War. strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-14). De John Dee a Epstein: Por que nà£o podemos ter boas universidades numa sociedade esotérica. strategic-culture.su Haverá uma tradiàßà£o inglesa de sociedades secretas científicas? Parece que sim. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós:…
(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). 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). Country Joe McDonald (1942—2026) Obituary. portside.org Country Joe McDonald (1942—2026) Obituary |
(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). 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…
(2026-03-13). 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). 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). Rejecting pregnancy and birth: The case against procreation. independentaustralia.net 
(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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). Lebanon says Israeli strike in south kills 12 medics. newarab.com 
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(2026-03-14). Labor's budget test will be to confront inequality or let populism grow. independentaustralia.net 
(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). 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). 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). 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
(2026-03-13). 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.
(2026-03-14). 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). 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.
(2026-03-14). 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). 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). 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). Why more Australians are rethinking their money from the ground up. independentaustralia.net 
(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). 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). A New Cuban-American Movement. portside.org A New Cuban-American Movement |
(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). 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). Friday Nite Videos | March 13, 2026. portside.org Friday Nite Videos | March 13, 2026 |
(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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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.
(2026-03-13). 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). How modern protective technology is changing security and public safety. independentaustralia.net 
(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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). Actor Vijay-led TVK says no scope for alliance with NDA in TN; dismisses talks as speculation. devdiscourse.com
(2026-03-14). Not so diplomatic: Witkoff, Kushner, and Trump's march to war in Iran. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-03-14). Who Is closer to collapse? strategic-culture.su
(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). 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). "Scudo delle Americhe" , il brutale approccio egemonico compromette il dialogo di Donald Trump con l'America Latina. strategic-culture.su Donald Trump prova a inventarsi come novello "Capitan America", ma l'incontro svoltosi ai primi di marzo 2026 in Florida non appare un successo, anzi decisamente un disastro, non solo per le molte e rilevanti assenze, ma anche per l'evidente lontananza, anche dalla dozzina di capi di stato raccolti intorno a lui, dall'accettare un atteggiamento cosਠsmaccatamente arrogante e palesemente egemonico.
(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). 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). 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). 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). øQuién está más cerca del colapso? strategic-culture.su Todo lo que Trump ha dicho sobre la guerra con Irán es pura mentira o al menos una gran distorsión de los hechos. | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos:…
(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). 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). 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). 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). 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). Israel destroys bridge in Lebanon, threatens Gaza-scale destruction. al-monitor.com By Alexander Cornwell and Maya GebeilyTEL AVIV/BEIRUT, March 13 (Reuters) – Israel destroyed a bridge in southern Lebanon on Friday and dropped leaflets in Beirut threatening Gaza-scale devastation as it deployed more troops to fight Iran-backed Hezbollah and warned of more attacks on the country's infrastructure. As Israeli warplanes pounded Beirut's suburbs with air strikes, Lebanon's interior minister said authorities were unable to accommodate the hundreds of thousands of people who have sought refuge in the capital.
(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). Strait of Hormuz transiting ships flash 'China owner' signals to evade Iran blockade. scmp.com Ships near the Strait of Hormuz are broadcasting Chinese affiliations in an apparent bid to avoid attack, at a time when Iran's new supreme leader vows to keep the strategic waterway closed. | The crews of at least 11 vessels sitting in the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf had their transponders set to announce Chinese links on Friday afternoon, according to Kpler's MarineTraffic data platform.
(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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). US attacks Kharg Island, Trump says. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, March 13 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday Said on Friday that the United States carried out strikes against "every military target" on Iran's Kharg Island export hub."For reasons of decency, I have chosen NOT to wipe out the Oil Infrastructure on the Island," Trump wrote on Truth Social."However, should Iran, or anyone else, do anything to interfere with the Free and Safe Passage of Ships through the Strait of Hormuz, I will immediately reconsider this decision." (Reporting by Ismail Shakil and Jasper Ward in Washington)…
(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). 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). Iran's new supreme leader urges continued closure of Hormuz Strait, vows to open new battlefronts. ecns.cn Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Thursday called for the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz and pledged to open new fronts in his country's conflict with the United States and Israel.
(2026-03-13). 4 ways US Israel war against Iran will change the world. ummid.com As the smoke clears over the ruins of Tel Aviv and the burning tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, a historical irony is emerging: The US-Israel war against Iran intended to cement American dominance may instead be the moment the United States loses its status as the world's sole superpower.
(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). 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). 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). Why Yemen's Houthis Are Staying Out of the Iran War? moderndiplomacy.eu As the war between the United States, Israel and Iran spreads across the region, several Iranian allied groups have become involved. Fighters linked to Tehran in Iraq and Lebanon have already launched attacks. Yet one of Iran's most heavily armed partners, the Yemeni movement known as the Houthi movement, has so far stayed out of …
(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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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). 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 seeks guarantees, compensation to end war with US, Israel. ummid.com In a major rebuke to Donald Trump, Iran Thursday March 12, 2026 sought guarantees and compensation to end the ongoing war with the United States and Israel.
(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). 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). 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). Clarify narratives about the U.S. war on Iran. workers.org 
Recent U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran have sparked anger, as well as debates, across the globe. In calling for an end to the new war, it is important that activists recognize U.S. imperialism as the biggest and main oppressor of the world's people. Leftists and progressives should challenge false . . . |
(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). '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). 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). 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). Indicted war criminal issues a new call for genocide in Lebanon. thecanary.co 
Indicted war criminal Yoav Gallant has issued a new call for genocide in Lebanon during an appearance on Israeli TV. "We need to strike and eliminate everything that's in Dahiya, Baalbek, Tyre, Sidon, Nabatieh, everywhere" Yesterday, Channel 12: Wanted war criminal Yoav Gallant calls for genocidal measures in Lebanon and Iran, and says that for […] | By
(2026-03-13). Spies, Signals, and the Shadow War Between Iran and Israel. scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff For years, Washington and Tel Aviv sold the world a simple story: Iran is the master of covert destabilization, the shadowy hand behind infiltration, sabotage, and political manipulation across the region. But as bombs now fall openly and leaders in both capitals openly call for regime change, that narrative is cracking under the …
(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). 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). 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). 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). 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). United States and Israel Widens Regional War. globalresearch.ca Although the Trump administration and its settler-colonial proxy in Tel Aviv have exacted extensive damage on the Islamic Republic of Iran and Lebanon, Tehran and Hezbollah are striking back with a vengeance which has disrupted energy markets and brought into …
(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). 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). 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). 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). Pezeshkian's goodwill gesture not reflected in reality: Saudi Arabia to Iran. ummid.com Saudi Arabia Monday March 09, 2026 issued a stern warning to Iran over its continued attacks on its neighbors, also saying Masoud Pezeshkian's goodwill gesture is not reflected in reality.
(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). Venezuela Condemns Guyana's Oil Exploration in Disputed Maritime Areas. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( According to the statement published this Wednesday, March 11, these activities are intended to be carried out in maritime areas that Georgetown is unilaterally trying to present as part of its supposed "exclusive economic zone," despite these being waters pending delimitation between both nations. | Venezuela emphatically demande…
(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). Venezuela Signs Agreement With Oil Companies Repsol and Eni for Cardon IV Gas Project. orinocotribune.com Venezuela formalized the signing of an agreement with the oil companies Repsol (Spain) and Eni (Italy) for the development of the Cardón IV Consortium, one of the most important gas projects in the Caribbean. | The event, held on Thursday, March 12, was led by the acting president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, who highlighted the importance of this alliance for the country's energy sovereignty and the stability of the international market. | She highlighted that the Cardón IV project is not only a key piece for national industrial development but also a pillar for Venezuela's insertion into the global hydrocarbo…
(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). Is Israel replicating its Gaza war tactics in Lebanon. newarab.com 
(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). 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). 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). 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). Meta shadowbans clothing brand for exposing Israeli 'sniper safari'. thecanary.co 
Social media company Meta appears to have shadow-banned the pro-Palestine 'Wear the Peace' clothing brand. This happened after it shared previously unseen footage of Israeli soldiers gleefully shooting at displaced Palestinians. The firm's Instagram page has amassed 2.3m followers. The footage — which can only be described as resembling a sniper safari — had been […] | 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). Americans Deployed For Israel, Epstein's Smuggling Network Are US/Israel Losing This War? thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, an in-depth investigatory show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (3/13/26). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the
(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). 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). Four killed as US aircraft crashes in Iraq, Iran-backed group claims responsibility. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Four of the six people on board a US military aircraft were killed after it crashed in Iraq, the United States Central Command confirmed on Friday. The aircraft was a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker, which the US military uses to refuel fighter jets and other planes during long-distance missions. | According to the command, the KC-135 crashed in western Iraq on March 12. Officials said the aircraft was not brought down by hostile or friendly fire, and the exact cause of the crash is still being investigated. | Reports cited by Reuters said an Iran-backed armed group in Iraq claimed responsibility for s…
(2026-03-13). The rise of global reactionary authoritarianism. links.org.au 
Miguel Urbán Crespo — The rise of authoritarian leaders is the result of an economic and political system of neoliberalism running out of steam and unable to tackle the crises of inequality, precarity, climate collapse and social anxiety.
(2026-03-13). Poisoned skies over Tehran: Toxic smoke and black rain crisis. newarab.com 
Late on the night of 7 March 2026, massive explosions lit up Tehran's skyline as But what remains in Tehran's sky in the following days is more than the memory of a fiery night. | At that time, the city's skyline was transformed as blasts rocked fuel depots across the northeast, south, and west of the capital, echoing as far as Kara…
(2026-03-13). KZN Premier calls for stronger partnerships to accelerate energy investment. sanews.gov.za KZN Premier calls for stronger partnerships to accelerate energy investment | KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has called for stronger collaboration between government, industry and investors to accelerate energy investment and industrial development in the province. | Ntuli made the call at the inaugural KwaZulu-Natal Energy Indaba currently underway at Thembela Venue in Richards Bay. | The two-day indaba, which started on Thursday, is hosted by the Premier, together with Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) MEC, Musa Zondi, in partnership with the Richards Bay Industrial Developm…
(2026-03-13). From reform momentum to tangible results. sanews.gov.za From reform momentum to tangible results | In the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SoNA), President Cyril Ramaphosa made a decisive call: South Africa must move from stabilisation to acceleration. The foundation has been laid, and reforms are underway. But the defining task of the 7th Administration is to translate reform momentum into measurable improvements in the lives of all South Africans. | The recent assessments conducted by the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME) on the implementation of the Medium-Term Development Plan (MTDP) 2024 — 2029 confirm that progress in the work of go…
(2026-03-13). Bunker Talk: Let's Talk About All The Things We Did And Didn't Cover This Week. twz.com Welcome to Bunker Talk. This is a weekend open discussion post for the best commenting crew on the net, in which we can chat about all the stuff that went on this week that we didn't cover. We can also talk about the stuff we did or whatever else grabs your interest. In other words, it's an off-topic thread. | This week's second caption reads: | CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN AIR FORCE STATION, Colo.—Runners participating in the North American Aerospace Defense Command 5k Tunnel Run exit the Cheyenne Mountain Complex through the north portal at Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station, Colorado, May 10, 2018. The run was…
(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). We're Tired Of Marco Rubio Speaking For Us. popularresistance.org "Put three Cubans in a room together, you'll have five different opinions," a Cuban friend of mine likes to joke. He was referring to debates in the town-hall meetings during Cuba's constitutional convention process of 2018. But I immediately thought, of course, of any Nochebuena celebration at my dad's house, just a few hundred miles north. Siblings, cousins, babies, abuelas, family, and friends of all ages and political opinions gathered around a brilliant feast. Between the devouring of lechón, yuca, plátanos, and flan, a flurry of back and forth between English and Spanish.
(2026-03-13). International Al-Quds Day 2026: A call to action for Al-Quds, Palestine, Lebanon, Iran, and humanity. samidoun.net This year, in 2026, the International Day of Al-Quds, the international day of action held on the third Friday of Ramadan for the Palestinian cause and the liberation of Jerusalem from Zionism and imperialism, takes on an extremely urgent and historic significance. Marked since 1979, when it was first declared by Imam Ruhollah Khomeini, this …
(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). Skills that save lives. Why so many want to take part in Belarus' first aid project. eng.belta.by Belarus' First Deputy Healthcare Minister Yelena Bogdan noted that every day someone encounters a situation where pre-medical assistance is necessary.
(2026-03-13). Inside BlerdCon, Where Black Nerd Culture Takes Center Stage. capitalbnews.org 
ARLINGTON, Virginia — William Beal II drove his prized possession, a 2016 Dodge Charger R/T, through a small makeshift entrance on South Clark Street and parked it with the other cars arriving at BlerdCon, a convention centering Black folks who are into geek culture. Wrapped in the Black Panther colors of black and vibrant purple, …
(2026-03-13). US economic growth slumps to 0.7% in fourth quarter, stoking inflation worries. scmp.com The US economy grew at a significantly slower pace than initially estimated for the final months of 2025, government data showed on Friday, a major downgrade that comes as fallout from war in the Middle East looms. | US gross domestic product rose at an annual rate of 0.7 per cent in the fourth quarter, the Commerce Department said. | This was sharply down from its earlier estimated 1.4 per cent over the October to December period.
(2026-03-13). Forbidden movies: Russia bans films that reject so-called 'traditional values'. globalvoices.org A movie about the Nuremberg trials made the forbidden list even before the law was enacted | Originally published on Screenshot taken from the On March 1, 2026, a Russian law…
(2026-03-13). Trump Scales Back Aggressive Mass Deportation Effort, And, Surprise, ICE Arrests And Lawsuits Decline. newsone.com 
Source: NurPhoto / Getty | The Trump administration has scaled back its aggressive and Also, water is wet, the sky is blue and MAGA is a direct reflection of
(2026-03-13). Combat readiness check: Lessons learned by 19th Guards Mechanized Brigade. eng.belta.by Dmitry Artyomochkin noted that, taking into account the experience of the special military operation, attention must be paid to the actions of personnel as part of small tactical groups – pairs and trios.
(2026-03-13). Berg continuing Jones suit despite loss; same way Lewis's other clients went bankrupt. thecanary.co 
BBC editor Raffi Berg will reportedly continue his lawsuit against journalist Owen Jones, despite already losing a key judgment in the case. The decision has been described as a "huge" gamble, because the judge has agreed Jones was expressing a considered opinion. Two of Berg's lawyer Mark Lewis's clients were bankrupted in the same way, […] | By
(2026-03-13). To Stop US Militarism and Criminal Wars, We Need Universal Conscription. dissidentvoice.org Driving home from my coffee at the local food co-op in a suburb just north of Philadelphia, I passed by the gas station at the local 7-ll store. Now owned by a Japanese company, 7-11 is one of the largest gas chains in the US. I found myself thinking how back in the early years …
(2026-03-13). Lukashenko to examine beef cattle breeding, dairy industry in Mogilev Oblast. eng.belta.by The head of state will visit the Mogilev State Breeding Enterprise, a | pedigree cattle breeding facility that specializes in Hereford cattle.
(2026-03-13). Belarus honors its best workers with state awards. eng.belta.by On behalf of the president, Belarusian Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin has presented state awards to workers across various sectors.
(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). Drone strike in Sudan kills 11, injures over 20, MSF says. newarab.com 
French medical charity Médecins Sans Frontières said on Friday it had treated over 20 people for injuries after a drone strike set fuel reserves alight in The strike on the Adikong market near Sudan's eastern border in At least 11 people were burned to death in the March 12 strike, MSF said. | Among the 23 peop…
(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). 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). ASEAN FMs call for restraint, diplomacy amid Middle East crisis. ecns.cn Foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on Friday called for an immediate halt to hostilities in the Middle East and urged all parties to exercise maximum restraint as tensions in the region continue to escalate.
(2026-03-13). Kash Patel Announces 'Historic Seminar' In Which FBI Agents Will Be Trained By UFC Fighters. newsone.com 
(2026-03-13). Iran vows 'stronger' response than January if new protests erupt. newarab.com 
(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). '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). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-03-13). How an iceberg's 'final dance' tells a story about our past and future. scmp.com Spare a thought for the iceberg A23a which, after an extraordinary 40-year life voyaging around the southern Atlantic Ocean, is this month expected to die unnoticed close to the island of South Georgia, a mess of "brash ice, small icebergs and bergy bits". | A23a was one of the largest "megabergs" to be spawned in our lifetimes. When it broke away from the Filchner Ice Shelf into the Weddell Sea in Western Antarctica in 1986, it covered an area of around 4,000 sq km — about the size of Hong Kong…
(2026-03-13). US lawmakers introduce Hind Rajab accountability bill. newarab.com 
(2026-03-13). Lukashenko demands to streamline bureaucratic procedures for dairy farming projects. eng.belta.by A total of 83 dairy complexes are slated for construction and reconstruction by 2030, and the region is already ahead of schedule in this effort.
(2026-03-13). Six countries file interventions in Israel's ICJ genocide case. newarab.com 
Six countries have filed their interventions in The All state…
(2026-03-13). U.S. 4th Circuit Allows State Bans on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Adults 'To Appreciate Their Sex'. lataco.com The 4th Circuit has become the first federal appeals court to enforce laws restricting gender-affirming surgeries. "It is not irrational for a legislature to encourage citizens to appreciate their sex and not become disdainful of their sex," Judge Julius Richardson said.
(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). Controlling Kharg Island: Options for United States. ummid.com The Trump administration is weighing whether US Special Forces could seize or neutralise the Kharg Island as part of its strategy to pressure Iran during the continuing war.
(2026-03-13). Lukashenko urges to accelerate pedigree livestock development in Belarus. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko called for faster development of pedigree livestock breeding in Belarus as he visited a breeding farm in Dribin District that specializes in raising Hereford beef cattle.
(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). 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). 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). Why Is the U.S. in Such A Hurry to Destroy Emerging Economies? globalresearch.ca The United States is pursuing an increasingly aggressive foreign policy—a "burn the boats" approach driven by deep anxiety over domestic economic fragility and the rise of a
(2026-03-13). Man tries to 'mow down' Muslim pedestrian in hit-and-run. thecanary.co 
A suspected white supremacist thug has tried to murder a 20-year-old Muslim woman in London. He did this by running her down as she crossed a road on 8 March. The horrifying incident was captured on what appears to be a doorbell camera. The 'mainstream' media have completely ignored it. This is despite the fact […] | By
(2026-03-13). Renaming of Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College sparks outrage. ummid.com The Assam cabinet's decision to approve the proposal to rename the Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College in Barpeta has sparked outrage.
(2026-03-13). Optimism and realism as Nepal set for youth-focused future. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-13). Air China to launch direct Chongqing—Manila flights in May. ecns.cn Chinese carrier Air China will launch a new direct flight service between the southwestern Chinese city of Chongqing and the Philippine capital of Manila starting May 1, operating four times a week, the Chinese Embassy in Manila said Friday.
(2026-03-13). Yangtze protection efforts boost water quality, wildlife: mininster. ecns.cn China's environment minister said on Thursday that ecological protection efforts over the past decade have improved water quality in the Yangtze River basin and helped increase populations of endangered wildlife.
(2026-03-13). Starmer's denial of Mandelson cover-up rings false. thecanary.co 
Number 10 has denied that it is covering up Keir Starmer's role in his appointments of Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador to the US and a senior adviser. The paltry document release so far — filtered through the government — contains nothing showing Starmer's indubitable input into the appointments. It also denied the appointment was […] | By
(2026-03-13). We're Tired of Marco Rubio Speaking for Us: A New Cuban-American Movement. scheerpost.com Justine Medina "Put three Cubans in a room together, you'll have five different opinions," a Cuban friend of mine likes to joke. He was referring to debates in the town-hall meetings during Cuba's constitutional convention process of 2018. But I immediately thought, of course, of any Nochebuena celebration at my dad's house, just a few …
(2026-03-13). Hegseth lauds Iran campaign but ignores shrinking US stockpiles. responsiblestatecraft.org At a Pentagon press conference Friday
(2026-03-13). The Gulf War Is Reshaping How Asia Works. portside.org The Gulf War Is Reshaping How Asia Works |
(2026-03-13). Hegseth Whines About Iran War Coverage, Demands "Patriotic Press" Instead. truthout.org Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth lashed out at the media during a press conference on Friday, bemoaning headlines he disliked and demanding that a more "patriotic press" cover the U.S.'s expanding war on Iran. During the presser, Hegseth, a former cable news personality on Fox News, appeared rattled over reporting that suggested the Trump administration was mismanaging the unauthorized war. |
(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). Media in Israel are manufacturing consent for 'pre-emptive strike' on Egypt. thecanary.co 
The Times of Israel has reported that Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that the Egyptian military is "getting stronger" and Israel needs to "keep an eye on it" to make sure it "doesn't go too far". Of course, this is the Zionist media attempting to manufacture consent for presumable 'pre-emptive strikes' on Egypt. Hebrew-language media reported […] | By
(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). Dispossessed family receives 627 hectares of land back. sanews.gov.za Dispossessed family receives 627 hectares of land back | The government has returned more than 627 hectares of land in Mpumalanga to its rightful custodians after it was appropriated under the apartheid regime around 1934, reaffirming its commitment to land restitution. | "The return of this land, therefore, embodies the restoration of identity, a sense of belonging, and opportunities for the family that was dispossessed," Deputy President Paul Mashatile said on Friday. | The significant milestone in the journey of the Mtshoeni/Mtsweni family, also known as the Schulk Marhiqa Communal Property Association (CPA),…
(2026-03-13). Cuba confirms talks with US as island gasps under Trump's energy blockade. scmp.com Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel said on Friday that his government has held recent talks with the US, marking the first time the Caribbean country confirms such speculation. | He said the talks "were aimed at finding solutions through dialogue to the bilateral differences between our two nations. International factors facilitated these exchanges". | He did not elaborate on those factors.
(2026-03-13). Jim O'Neill: Could a BRICS Currency Work. infobrics.org Dollar dominance tested as BRICS+ weigh trade currency option…
(2026-03-13). Sabalenka makes 2026 Indian Wells semifinals. eng.belta.by In the quarterfinal, the Belarusian defeated Canada's world number 10 Victoria Mboko, 7-6 (7-0), 6-4. The match lasted one hour and 50 minutes.
(2026-03-13). One year after her arrest, a judge has ordered Leqaa Kordia to be released from ICE detention for the third time. mondoweiss.net 
As an immigration judge orders her release for the third time, Leqaa Kordia's team is moving quickly to release her before DHS imposes another stay. The Palestine activist is the last Columbia student protester to remain in ICE detention.
(2026-03-13). Vatican quietly steps up role in US-Cuba talks. responsiblestatecraft.org As the
(2026-03-13). Secondary ally? US diverts South Korea's missile shield to Iran war. infobrics.org The redeployment of THAAD defenses from South Korea to the Middle East reflects the widening geopolitical shockwaves of the Iran conflict. While Seoul diplomatically seeks to minimize it, the episode highlights US strategic overstretch and shifting alliance dynamics. Across Asia, debates over security dependence and multi-alignment should intensify.
(2026-03-13). US offers reward for information on Iran's supreme leader. newarab.com 
(2026-03-13). Despite Starmers lies, the UK is at war with Iran. thecanary.co 
Keir Starmer's government is playing an ever-increasing role in the destruction of Iran, despite his claims that the UK was "playing no role". The government's lines about "regional defensive operations" are becoming harder to believe, as the UK's actions appear to be contributing to the deaths of thousands of innocent Iranians. British involvement under Starmer […] | By
(2026-03-13). Lukashenko sends birthday greetings to People's Artist of Russia Irina Alfyorova. eng.belta.by "Belarusian viewers know and appreciate you as a talented actress whose work contributes to strengthening friendship and cooperation between our countries," Aleksandr Lukashenko emphasized.
(2026-03-13). Union State MPs to discuss aligning Belarus', family support laws. eng.belta.by MPs will summarize the results of the Union State budget execution for 2025 on matters within the commission's purview, analyze the outcomes of the Union State events.
(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). Nation urges immediate ceasefire in Mideast. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called for an immediate ceasefire in the Middle East, saying the international community broadly agrees that the fighting must stop, and urging all sides to press the parties involved to halt military operations.
(2026-03-13). Trump EPA moves to repeal regulation of cancer-linked chemical ethylene oxide. grist.org 
Many medical devices need to be sterile to be used safely. But sterilizing a pacemaker, catheter, or other device with steam or heat could damage its structural integrity. So medical device manufacturers turn to the chemical compound ethylene oxide, which is highly effective at killing microbes at low concentrations and allows companies to meet the Food and Drug Administration's strict sterility standards. As a result, roughly half of all medical devices in the country are sterilized with ethylene oxide, or EtO, making it a linchpin of the medical device industry. | There's just one problem: EtO is a toxic gas…
(2026-03-13). Ukrainian Companies Prohibited From Exporting Shahed Interceptor Drones. twz.com 
The makers of the Ukrainian In Ukr…
(2026-03-13). China's arms imports plummet, Hong Kong couple's HK$50,000 Dubai exit: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Why have China's arms imports plummeted 72% over the past 5 years?
(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). 5 Best Freelance Tools for Your Productivity in 2026. moderndiplomacy.eu With the growing number of professionals choosing to work independently, the problem is not how to find clients but how to manage everything effectively. Balancing multiple projects, invoicing, scheduling meetings, and staying organized can quickly become overwhelming without the right support system. The best tools for freelancers eliminate bottlenecks, automate tedious tasks, and free up …
(2026-03-13). UK trade union leaders issue toothless statements on illegal war against Iran. wsws.org Appeals to the government to work for a diplomatic solution are maintained even as it has made clear its commitment to the US-led war, making UK air bases available for American aircraft and deploying British aircraft to protect US bases, as well moving the destroyer HMS Dragon to the region.
(2026-03-13). On the Brink in Hormuz: How the Iran War Exposes a Dying Order. dissidentvoice.org 
Not so long ago, the Iran war could still be treated as a "shock" to the system—a sudden, violent anomaly that spooked traders, sent a few charts vertical, then, we were told, would be absorbed. Oil would spike and settle. Gasoline would lurch higher and then ease. Fertilizer prices would jump and "normalize." Shipping would …
(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). How the humble hornwort could supercharge agriculture. grist.org 
You are here because of a single, all-important enzyme. But don't look inward to find ribulose- ≠1,5- ≠bisphosphate carboxylase/oxygenase, known more mercifully among scientists as rubisco. Instead, look to the food you eat and the trees that manufacture oxygen, as this is the protein that makes photosynthesis possible. Without it, life on Earth as we know it would not exist. | For all that heavy lifting, rubisco is remarkably inefficient. The enzyme converts carbon dioxide into sugars that sustain plants. But it is easily confused, and will react with oxygen in a process that creates a toxic byproduct,…
(2026-03-13). PSNI funding genocide by paying £5.5 million to 'Israeli' company. thecanary.co 
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) have confirmed they are financing occupation, apartheid and genocide by funnelling £5.5 million into the coffers of an 'Israeli' firm. The Ditch report that the Six Counties (a term for the North of Ireland) force have a seven year contract with the company. It started in November 2019 and […] | By
(2026-03-13). How Arab regimes bet on genocidal Israel and lost. electronicintifada.net By hosting US bases and colluding with Tel Aviv, Arab states helped bring the destruction they had hoped to avoid.
(2026-03-13). After creation: Frankenstein and the burden of what we make. onlineopinion.com.au Mary Shelley warned about creation without responsibility. In the age of AI, climate change and algorithms, the monster is already among us.
(2026-03-13). Trump is pissing off MAGA podcasters and US soldiers. thecanary.co 
The confusion and fear over Trump's illegal war on Iran are fuelling anger, even in his own ranks in the MAGA camp. MAGA podcaster Joe Rogan has called Trump's war plan 'insane,' as military families are flooding hotlines, desperate to avoid deployment. The fallout is now reaching areas Trump likely never expected to be touched. […] | By
(2026-03-13). 'We Don't Do It for the Glory': The Workers Erasing Gary's Graffiti. capitalbnews.org 
Bright pink and soft blue bubble letters stretch across the brick faàßade of the now-closed New Angel of Faith Missionary Baptist Church. The graffiti spreads across the building's red brick and glass block windows, facing south toward Fifth Avenue, where cars and trucks rumble along the one-way street. Graffiti has long been a familiar sight …
(2026-03-13). Root cause of major problems the world is facing today. ummid.com Both these phenomenon, Colonialism and Imperialism, have been the forces at the roots of major problems which the world is facing today.
(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). Meet Fathima Shehza: CA Intermediate January 2026 Topper. ummid.com Fathima Shehza K has topped the ICAI CA Intermediate January 2026 exam the result of which has been declared on Sunday March 08, 2026.
(2026-03-13). Here's why Cristiano Ronaldo to miss Al-Nassr Vs Al-Khaleej. ummid.com This is now almost certain that Al-Nassr Captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, will miss the Al-Nassr vs Al-Khaleej SPL match Saturday March 14, 2026.
(2026-03-13). Watch: AIPAC CEO names Rubio et al as "de facto Israeli assets" thecanary.co 
Grayzone investigative journalist Max Blumenthal has obtained a leaked audio recording of Elliot Brandt, CEO of AIPAC, Israel's biggest US lobbying group. In the recording, Brandt describes three politicians as tools for Israeli propaganda: Marco Rubio, now Donald Trump's warmongering, Islamophobic secretary of state; deranged Israel fanatic congresswoman Elise Stefanik and former national security adviser, […] | By
(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). Open-borders Australia learns nothing from Carney visit. onlineopinion.com.au Leaving Albanese as a world outlier, Carney has stymied Canada's population growth, to ease the housing pain. Sigh, his Australian visit was all framed around 'middle powers' vs Trump.
(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). Belarusian MPs urged to use full potential for implementing interstate agreements. eng.belta.by The agenda included three main issues, the first of which was the effectiveness of foreign trips.
(2026-03-13). Is Paris About to Swing to the Right? bylinetimes.com The centre-left Parti Socialiste (PS) has governed Paris for over two decades, but in the upcoming municipal elections, the second round of which takes place, just three days before the 25th anniversary of Bertrand Delanoà´'s election victory, when the PS first took the office, the centre-left's ability to hold on to the mayoralty is anything but assured. | As Paris heads to the polls for the first round of voting this Sunday, a fractured vote on the left and the possibility of unity between the right and far-right could see the first right-wing mayor of Paris in a quarter-century. | As is increasingly c…
(2026-03-13). 2026 Appliance & Electronics World Expo opens in Shanghai. ecns.cn AWE 2026, which opened in Shanghai on Thursday, highlights the latest achievements in fields such as smart mobility, embodied intelligence and computing infrastructure, showcasing the high-quality development of China's home appliance and consumer electronics industry.
(2026-03-13). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-03-13). Prosecutors Are Trying To Criminalize All-Black Clothing In Texas Case Against So-Called 'Antifa Cell'. newsone.com 
Source: CHARLY TRIBALLEAU / Getty | Under the MAGA regime, we are officially charging U.S. citizens with crimes based on right-wing delusion. Antifa is still
(2026-03-13). School shoes restore dignity for learners in Taung, Mamusa. sanews.gov.za School shoes restore dignity for learners in Taung, Mamusa | Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong, on Friday handed over school shoes to learners from nine schools in the Greater Taung and Mamusa Local Municipalities at Uurpan Safari Lodge in Schweizer-Reneke. | The event brought together community leaders, education stakeholders, School Governing Bodies, councillors from Taung and Mamusa Local Municipalities, as well as representatives from government departments and partner organisations committed to supporting learners in rural communities. | During the programme, Morolong reflected on the challen…
(2026-03-13). CARTOONS: Matt National-isms are Australia. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-13). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(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). Pete Hegesth the Latest Grifter. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer The $93 Billion Pentagon Shopping Spree Washington is once again demonstrating one of its oldest and most reliable traditions: screaming about government waste while spending taxpayer money like a drunken hedge fund manager with someone else's credit card. Much like others in the Trump orbit—Kash Patel and Kristi Noem—Defense (or war) Secretary Pete …
(2026-03-13). The Planes Across The Tarmac. popularresistance.org From the warehouse floor at Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK), Talia Rose can see the FedEx planes. | "They're directly across the tarmac from me," they told me. | Rose works the overnight shift at the UPS air hub. Most days, they clock in before dawn, when much of Oakland is asleep. Metal containers‚Äâ—‚ÄâULDs‚Äâ—‚Äâare rolled off the aircraft and pulled into the building. Rose unloads them, sending boxes down conveyor belts to be sorted and routed. Sometimes they're on the other side, throwing freight toward outbound trucks. I…
(2026-03-13). Palestine in Pictures: February 2026. electronicintifada.net A monthly digest of key developments in Palestine showcasing powerful images by photojournalists.
(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). 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). 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). No evidence of Russian sabotage in the Baltic Sea – Finnish intelligence. infobrics.org According to recent European investigations, Moscow did not destroy the underwater infrastructure in the Baltic Sea.
(2026-03-13). Highlights: How Al-Nassr defeated Neom to remain on top in SPL Standings. ummid.com Al-Nassr Saturday March 07, 2026 turned an almost draw match against Neom into victory to remain on top in the Saudi Pro League (SPL) 25/26 standings.
(2026-03-13). How Australians are getting smarter about what they buy and why it matters. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-13). Minister Thembi Simelane on human rights, dignity and the right to a home. sanews.gov.za Minister Thembi Simelane on human rights, dignity and the right to a home | By Sihle Manda | As South Africa marks Human Rights Month and approaches three decades since the adoption of its Constitution, the link between human rights and human settlements has never been more pronounced. | Few portfolios illustrate the lived reality of constitutional rights as directly as housing — where dignity, equality and access to opportunity intersect in brick, mortar and place. | Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane believes this milestone demands reflection, celebration and renewed commitment. Speaking to Publi…
(2026-03-13). United Nations condemns Iran's self-defence strikes amid American imperialism's war of extermination. wsws.org The fact that 140 governments co-sponsored a resolution denouncing the right of a historically oppressed country to resist the most brutal forms of imperialist violence underscores that world capitalism has revived the barbarism previously associated with unrestrained colonial dominance and the two world wars of the 20th century.
(2026-03-13). Belarus, Russia to strengthen nuclear personnel training cooperation. eng.belta.by The main areas of cooperation were reviewed during a working visit by a Belarusian delegation, which included representatives from the Energy Ministry and the Belarusian Nuclear Power Plant, to the Rosatom Technical Academy.
(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). 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). Meet Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's New Supreme Leader. ummid.com Iran's Assembly of Experts, a body of 88 clerics, Sunday March 08, 2026 appointed Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader of Iran.
(2026-03-13). The quiet revolution: Why more Australians are choosing slow living. independentaustralia.net 
(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). Deliveries in Xizang are now faster and cheaper. ecns.cn Seeing high courier delivery charges — and sometimes no shipping options at all — when shopping online has long troubled people in the Xizang autonomous region, especially those in rural communities. As a deputy to the 14th National People's Congress, Norbu Yangzom proposed a solution.
(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,