(2026-05-24). Voices opposed to U.S. aggression against Cuba: "We must stop this madness" radiohc.cu U.S. President Donald Trump is recklessly escalating tensions with Cuba and preparing for eventual military action against the Caribbean nation, the peace organization CodePink has warned. | "We must stop this madness," the group said in a message on social media. "Cubans, not Washington politicians or Miami hardliners, should decide Cuba's future." | CodePink rejected the Justice Department's proposed indictment of Cuban leader Raúl Castro "while (Trump) intensifies the brutal blockade and prepares for an invasion." | The organization urged voters to direct their respective members of the US Congress to vote "Ye…
(2026-05-24). A war-weakened Trump shows up at Xi's door. tribune.com.pk 
If there was a geopolitical theatre, it was set in Beijing earlier this month, where US President Donald Trump arrived with a jet full of CEOs and tech bosses in tow, turning up at Xi Jinping's doorstep in a way that felt less like a routine diplomatic visit and more like a Trump-style performance — built for spectacle, but with little substance. If that was not enough, Vladimir Putin swung by the Chinese capital just days after the American delegation had left, adding another layer of symbolism to a week in which Xi appeared, almost casually, at the centre of the entire geopolitical frame, while Trump l…
(2026-05-24). U.S. media say Iran deal may include ceasefire extension, reopening Hormuz. ecns.cn A proposed agreement the United States and Iran are close to signing involves a 60-day ceasefire extension during which the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened, Iran would be able to freely sell oil, and negotiations would be held on curbing Iran's nuclear program, Axios quoted a U.S. official as saying on Saturday.
(2026-05-24). 'Nuclear weapons are haram in Islam': Iran representative in India says Tehran doesn't want nukes. coastaldigest.com
(2026-05-24). The Hidden Geopolitics Behind Trump's Iran War Negotiations. thinktank.pk The Middle East once again stands at the center of global attention after US President Donald Trump claimed that an agreement to end the Iran war has been "largely negotiated." The statement immediately sparked international debate, raising hopes of de-escalation while also fueling skepticism among diplomats, analysts, and regional observers. At a time when tensions …
(2026-05-24). The Russian-Chinese Communiqué. popularresistance.org The Russian Federation and the People's Republic of China (hereinafter referred to as the Parties), being civilizations with an ancient history, founding countries of the United Nations (U.N.) and permanent members of its Security Council, important centers of power in a multipolar world, playing a constructive role in maintaining the global balance of power and improving the system of international relations, | Guided by the ideas of the Russian-Chinese Joint Declaration on a Multipolar World and the Formation of a New International Order of April 23, 1997, the Joint Declaration between the Russian Federation…
(2026-05-24). How Chinese traders in Iran are keeping business afloat as war capsizes naval shipping. scmp.com As the US-Israel war on Iran stretches past its 80th day and continues to upend global naval shipping, a growing number of Chinese investors in Iran are turning to railway and overland transport routes to keep their businesses afloat. | While disruptions to ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz show little sign of abating, many are hoping that transcontinental freight links across Eurasia could become a more reliable option.
(2026-05-24). Trump says framework of Iran deal 'largely negotiated,' with provision to reopen strait. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump gestures as he leaves Marine One to board Air Force One en route to Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, as he departs Morristown Airport in Morristown, New Jersey, US, May 22, 2026. — ReutersTrump says Strait of Hormuz reopening under emerging deal.Pakistan…
(2026-05-24). Israel's Push for Conflict Reveals Deep Divide With Washington. thinktank.pk As the United States pushes for fragile ceasefire diplomacy with Iran and regional actors, Israel appears increasingly unwilling to fully embrace de-escalation. Recent reports suggest that Israeli political and military circles continue discussing renewed military options despite ongoing negotiations led by Washington and regional mediators. This contradiction has raised a larger geopolitical question: why does …
(2026-05-24). Iran hangs man for spying during war with US, Israel: judiciary. newarab.com 
"Mojtaba Kian… who sent information related to the country's defence industry units to the enemy, was hanged early this morning," the judiciary's Mizan Online website reported. | It said he shared information related to Iran's defence capabilities during the nearly 40-da…
(2026-05-24). Iran hawks in US, Israel warn against potential US-Iran deal. newarab.com 
(2026-05-24). Pakistan hopes to host next round of peace talks 'very soon': PM Shehbaz. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Sunday that Pakistan hopes to host the next round of US-Iran talks "very soon," as diplomatic efforts push toward a possible agreement. In a post on X, he pledged that Pakistan would continue its peace efforts "with utmost sincerity." | I congratulate President Donald Trump on his extraordinary efforts to pursue peace and for holding a very useful and productive telephone call earlier today, with the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Türkiye, Egypt, the UAE, Jordan and Pakistan. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir… | — Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) May 24, 2026 | Washingto…
(2026-05-23). Trump says peace agreement with Iran 'largely negotiated'. ecns.cn Trump says peace agreement with Iran"largely negotiated".
(2026-05-24). Socialist Alliance: Labor must reject latest US pretext for military action on Cuba. socialist-alliance.org 
The Socialist Alliance (SA) condemns the US Department of Justice's decision to reopen a three-decade old case against former Cuban president Raúl Castro, warning it could serve as a pretext for military action against the Caribbean nation.
(2026-05-24). ALBA-TCP calls accusation against Raul Castro "illegitimate and illegal" radiohc.cu The Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America-Peoples' Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) called the indictment brought by the United States Department of Justice against Raúl Castro Ruz, leader of the Cuban Revolution, "illegitimate and illegal." | In a statement, the Latin American and Caribbean integration bloc expressed its "deep concern" regarding the recent economic measures aimed at strangling the Republic of Cuba, a founding member of the Alliance. | Likewise, it expressed its firm rejection of the escalating actions by the U.S. government, "including the illegitimate and illegal indictment of the leader of…
(2026-05-24). Brazilian Oil Workers Demand that Lula & Brazil Break the US Oil Blockade of Cuba. indybay.org Brazilian oil workers unions are demanding that Brazil and Lula break the US imposed oil embargo on Cuba. They have rallied at the headquarters of Petrobras to end the oil blockade…
(2026-05-24). Tuesday 6/16: Cuba Community Call. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cuba616…
(2026-05-24). Tuesday 5/26: STOP Strangling Cuba! Lula & Brazil Break the Oil Blockade – Rally at Brazilian Consulate. indybay.org Brazilian Consulate | 300 Montgomery St. | San Francisco…
(2026-05-24). Tens of Thousands Rally in Havana Against US Aggression as Cuba Prepares Citizens for War. progressivehub.net BRETT WILKINS | COMMON DREAMS…
(2026-05-24). Asia-Pacific left statements: Reject latest pretext for war, US hands off Cuba. links.org.au 
Statements opposing US indictment of Raúl Castro by Socialist Alliance (Australia), Socialist Party of Malaysia and Partido Lakas ng Masa (PLM, Party of the Labouring Masses, the Philippines).
(2026-05-24). Trabajadores de la Empresa Arquitecto de la comunidad al lado de Raúl y la revolución. radiohc.cu 
Con la convicción de que Raúl es Raúl, el líder indiscutible de esta Revolución, los trabajadores de la Empresa Provincial de Servicios Técnicos Arquitecto de la Comunidad en Villa Clara reafirmaron su lealtad al General de Ejército, y suscribieron la declaración del Gobierno Cubano en contra de la burda acusación de Estados Unidos hacia uno de los paradigmas de nuestra última etapa de las luchas por la definitiva independencia de Cuba. | "Le acompañamos con el pie en el estribo, enfrentando desafíos y convirtiendo el revés en victoria. El bloqueo no ha cejado a los "dignos hombres de nuestro ejército de arquitec…
(2026-05-24). Cienfuegueros denuncian nueva infamia de Estados Unidos contra el General de Ejército Raúl Castro Ruz. radiohc.cu La nueva infamia del Departamento de Justicia de Estados Unidos, contra el General de Ejército Raúl Castro Ruz, líder de la Revolución y otros dirigentes cubanos fue denunciada por trabajadores de la Empresa Eléctrica de Cienfuegos, junto a estudiantes y pueblo en general en acto donde proclamaron °Cuba Vencerá! °Nuestro compromiso y lo que nos une: La Verdad!.
(2026-05-24). Cuba agradece a China nuevo donativo de arroz. radiohc.cu 
El vice primer ministro cubano y titular del Comercio Exterior y la Inversión Extranjera, Oscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga, agradeció al gobierno y pueblo chinos por su contribución a Cuba, en particular en la rama alimentaria, como muestra de apoyo en medio del endurecimiento del bloqueo estadounidense. | En ceremonia efectuada este sábado en el muelle de Haiphong, en el puerto habanero, Hua Xin, embajador del gigante asiático en Cuba, reafirmó la voluntad de su nación de acompañar a la isla en los esfuerzos por enfrentar la compleja coyuntura actual. | El diplomático chino apuntó que se trata del proyecto de mayor ayuda…
(2026-05-24). Saturday 5/30: The Donroe Doctrine & Aggression Against Latin America / Fundraiser for Cuba. indybay.org La Pena Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley…
(2026-05-24). UK and Irish Gaza flotilla activists return after detention. newarab.com 
British and Irish activists who were part of a Among the Irish activists who arrived at Dublin Airport via Turkey was Margaret Connolly, the sister of Irish President Catherine Connolly. | She recounted being held with the other detained activists in "containers", where she said several people risked hypothermia. | Several supporters sporting keffiyeh scarves and P…
(2026-05-24). Gaza Flotilla Activists Recount 'Super Sadistic' Torture, Sexual Abuse During Abduction In Israel. popularresistance.org International activists with the Global Sumud Flotilla revealed upon their arrival in Türkiye on 21 May that they were subjected to sexual abuse and torture during their abduction in Israel. | Survivors reported prolonged beatings, starvation, and degrading strip searches, with reports of rape and sexual assault. | Arriving in Istanbul, the activists bore clear signs of torture and mistreatment with swollen hands, broken bones, and severely bruised by the violence. Footage captured upon their arrival showed detainees displaying their injuries, one removing a scarf to reveal painful wounds sustained in custod…
(2026-05-24). Friday 5/29: Calling Party for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp529…
(2026-05-24). Haka, waiata welcome for NZ's Gaza flotilla activists after brutal ordeal at hands of Israeli military. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report An emotional and inspiring welcome greeted two of Aotearoa New Zealand's three Gaza Sumud Flotilla humanitarian activists who arrived home today after their ordeal at the hands of the brutal Israeli military and prison forces last week. About 60 whƒÅnau, supporters and well-wishers greeted HƒÅhona Ormsby and Mousa Taher with a waiata…
(2026-05-24). NGOs face Gaza, West Bank ban after Israel court backs gov't. newarab.com 
Israel's Supreme Court this week upheld the government's draconian new The court on Wednesday unanimously rejected a petition filed by the
(2026-05-24). Israel Rapes Everyone, And Other Notes. caitlinjohnstone.com.au ‚ùñ | International flotilla activists say they were subjected to torture and sexual assault by Israeli forces after being abducted in international waters while attempting to bring aid to Gaza. | A
(2026-05-24). Economic collapse: The 15 countries in worst decline. strategic-culture.su Measured on a scale from 0 (low decline) to 10 (high decline), these 15 nations are suffering the world's most severe economic deterioration according to the 2024 Economic Decline Index. Syria ranks first with a near-maximum score of 9.9, followed by Afghanistan, Yemen, and Venezuela — all at or above 9.5. Driven by collapsing currencies, hyperinflation, cratering GDP, famine-level poverty, and failed productive sectors, each of these countries is experiencing an ongoing economic freefall with no immediate recovery in sight.
(2026-05-24). The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Chongqing and Hong Kong explore AI cooperation potential. ecns.cn The "Chongqing-Hong Kong AI+ Industry Synergy & Innovation Cooperation" special event was held in Chongqing on Thursday.
(2026-05-24). Ukraine's Secret Al Qaeda Invasion Of Africa. scheerpost.com Kit Klarenberg On May 13th, French outlet RTL published an explosive report, entirely unremarked upon by English language media. It exposed how Ukrainian military and intelligence units are covertly operating in Mali on France's behalf, in coordination with both ethnic Tuareg rebels and Al Qaeda-linked forces determined to crush the country's revolutionary government. Furthermore, Kiev is keen to …
(2026-05-24). Russian missiles pummel Kyiv in retaliation for dorm attack that killed 18. scmp.com Russia pounded Kyiv with a large missile and drone attack early on Sunday, killing one person and wounding 20, authorities said, after Moscow threatened retaliation for strikes in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine. | Multiple rounds of loud explosions were heard in the Ukrainian capital throughout the early hours of the morning.
(2026-05-24). Usyk avoids shock defeat with 11th-round stoppage of Verhoeven. aljazeera.com The world heavyweight champion is pushed by the former Dutch kickboxer to 11 rounds in Egypt.
(2026-05-24). Xi makes instructions on coal mine accident in north China. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping has made important instructions following a coal mine gas explosion on Friday in north China's Shanxi Province, urging all-out rescue of the missing and treatment of the injured.
(2026-05-24). 19 feared trapped after building collapse in Philippines. aljazeera.com An unfinished nine-storey building collapsed near Manila early on Sunday, with 19 workers feared trapped…
(2026-05-24). Chinese envoy praises South Korean president's criticism of anti-China reports. ecns.cn Chinese Ambassador to South Korea Dai Bing on Friday praised President Lee Jae Myung for denouncing Korean media outlets accused of fabricating reports and fueling anti-China sentiment, according to Dai's post on X.
(2026-05-24). St. Peter's Chair and Its Islamic Message. indybay.org Hidden among Venice's rich tapestry of art, Islamic-inspired architecture, museums, culture, cuisine, and iconic landmarks is the unique religious relic of "St. Peter's Chair," housed in Venice's first cathedral, the Basilica di San Pietro di Castello. Originally constructed in 841AD, the church was rebuilt after a devastating fire in 1120. Later, in 1558, the Basilica was transformed into its present design by Italian Renaissance architect, Andrea Palladio.
(2026-05-24). Saturday 5/30: ICE Out! No Concentration Camps in Gilroy, Dublin, and the Bay Area! indybay.org Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose…
(2026-05-24). Fear and Adaptation in Marin's Canal Community Amid ICE Enforcement. indybay.org This article examines the impact of increased ICE enforcement on immigrant communities in Marin County, particularly within San Rafael's Canal neighborhood. Through interviews and local reporting, it explores how fear of detention affects daily life, education, work, and community trust. The piece highlights the experiences of residents and outreach workers who have witnessed growing anxiety among families. It also discusses the broader political and social climate surrounding immigration enforcement in the Bay Area. By focusing on personal stories alongside local context, the article aims to show the human…
(2026-05-24). Analysis: China-backed litigators crippling Louisiana energy. wattsupwiththat.com Stricter enforcement of the FARA law and its transparency requirements could also act as a deterrent against green pressure groups in league with China and other hostile foreign actors. Until then, states can play a valuable role in filling the void. Earlier this year, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas enacted "Baby FARA" laws calling on individuals and entities operating in league with foreign governments to disclose these relationships.
(2026-05-24). 'Want equal respect': Pakistan's females galloping to glory in tent pegging. aljazeera.com More and more women and girls are making a mark in the overwhelmingly male sport, locally called 'neza baazi'.
(2026-05-24). For most Nigeriens, France has no place in Niger. globalvoices.org 
(2026-05-24). HUD attacks disabled persons with pets in subsidized housing. indybay.org HUD Secretary Scott Turner attacks those with disabilities in HUD's subsidized housing projects who have service animals and emotional support animals.
(2026-05-24). Nairobi Regional Delegation Facts & Figures 2025. icrc.org January – December 2025…
(2026-05-24). Judge Sanctioned Private Prison Giant for Destroying Evidence in ICE Death Suit. theintercept.com 
A judge Issued what appears to be the first-ever sanction against the private prison giant CoreCivic for destroying video evidence in a case alleging wrongful death of a man who died by suicide in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody. | The sanction came shortly before a trial was slated to begin in January, but it never got underway. Instead, in March, the company reached an undisclosed settlement with the family of the detainee. | The judge ordered what is known as an adverse inference against the company in a December hearing. That means the jury could have presumed the missing evidence was unfa…
(2026-05-23). 1 dead, 17 unaccounted for after heavy rain lashes SW China's Chongqing. ecns.cn One person was killed and another 17 were unaccounted for after heavy rain battered Yongchuan District in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality starting Saturday night, said local authorities.
(2026-05-24). Why do the bereaved feel abandoned? tribune.com.pk 
Years ago, a friend lost her aged father to the great unknown. I didn't know much about him or how he passed away finally and I still don't recall. What is a clear memory even today though are my friend's words as I sat beside her. She said it meant the world to her that I visited her and that I checked up on her during her time of grief. 'Those who have been there for me through this time are etched in my heart,' she said. | I did not comprehend her sentiment. It felt too big for me then. I knew she was expressing vulnerability, but I was not familiar with it, nor could I pretend to be. | After her dad's pass…
(2026-05-24). What It Really Takes to Generate and Sell Power Without a Utility Behind You. moguldom.com For most of modern history, electricity has followed a simple path: it's generated by a utility, moved through a regulated grid, and delivered to homes and businesses as a finished product. That structure shaped everything from pricing to infrastructure planning. But that model is no longer the only way energy moves. New generation assets, shifting …
(2026-05-24). Warmongers in meltdown as Trump heralds Iran deal. responsiblestatecraft.org I wrote
(2026-05-24). Diplomacy After the Fact Is Too Late. moderndiplomacy.eu At an energy summit in Athens on 14 May, Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis offered a phrase Greek diplomacy has rarely used about itself: "We prefer to act, not just react." He was responding to reports that Ankara is preparing legislation to codify its "Blue Homeland" doctrine into Turkish domestic law, while adding the legally correct …
(2026-05-24). Between safety and justice. tribune.com.pk 
In Pakistan's policing lexicon, few words carry as much controversy as "encounter." While official accounts describe armed exchanges and the neutralisation of hardened criminals, grieving families speak of sons taken into custody and returned as bodies. Between these competing narratives lies a widening fault line in the country's criminal justice system. | Over the past two years, reported police encounters have risen sharply across Punjab, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), and Sindh. Provincial authorities framed this as a necessary response to organised gangs, kidnapping networks, contract killings, and street crim…
(2026-05-24). California races to prevent chemical tank explosion as thousands evacuated. scmp.com Firefighters warned on Saturday that a tank of toxic chemicals in California is heating up, adding to fears of a catastrophic explosion that has already forced tens of thousands of Californians to evacuate. | About 40,000 residents were ordered to leave their homes in the Garden Grove area of Orange county, southeast of Los Angeles, on Friday after the tank began to leak, sending fumes over a heavily populated area.
(2026-05-24). Israel Ramps Up Demolitions of Palestinian Homes Ahead of Fall Elections. scheerpost.com By Theia Chatelle This article was originally published by Truthout East Jerusalem is days away from its largest forced displacement since 1967. East Jerusalem is days away from its largest forced displacement since 1967. Eight Palestinian homes are set to be demolished by the end of May — the highest number in a single month, …
(2026-05-24). Shooting near White House: US Secret Service shot dead shooter, bystander injured. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The man who opened fire at a Secret Service checkpoint near the White House has been identified as 21-year-old Nasire Best, according to a report by the New York Post. | Officials have not yet confirmed why he carried out the attack, but reports suggest he was mentally unstable and had often been seen loitering near White House security checkpoints. Last year, he was arrested twice for offences such as blocking traffic and entering a restricted pedestrian area near the White House. During questioning by Washington DC Police and Secret Service officers, he reportedly claimed he wanted to be arreste…
(2026-05-24). 32nd APEC trade ministers' meeting opens in east China. ecns.cn The 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting officially opened in Suzhou, east Chinas Jiangsu Province, May 22, 2026.
(2026-05-24). Degrees, dreams and the digital hustle. tribune.com.pk 
Around 15, something shifts in a Pakistani household. Until then, a child is just "in school." After that, every conversation starts with one familiar question: "Beta, agay kya socha hai?" The child is expected to be serious and make a career choice. Doctor, engineer, CSS. Parents start looking at their child less as a kid and more as a future "settled" person. | For years, the script was straightforward and even predictable. Middle-class parents dreamt of a son in a white coat or a daughter with "Engineer" before her name on LinkedIn. They would sit with calculators, university prospectuses, and relatives' op…
(2026-05-24). Bomb attack in Pakistan's Balochistan province kills more than 20 people. aljazeera.com The Balochistan Liberation Army has claimed responsibility for the attack.
(2026-05-24). REI Union Workers Launch Boycott Over Dispute With Co-op. scheerpost.com Miles Hadfield, Coop News. The action, following unseccessful contract negotiations for unionised stores, coincides with the iconic co-op's anniversary sale. On May 15, REI Union workers launched a boycott against the co-op, which sells outdoor leisure gear, in protest against its "bad faith bargaining". Timed to disrupt REI Co-op's anniversary sale, which takes place through May …
(2026-05-24). Western Cape pushes ahead with recovery efforts following severe weather. sanews.gov.za Western Cape pushes ahead with recovery efforts following severe weather | Recovery and mop-up operations are continuing across the Western Cape following severe weather incidents that caused widespread damage to infrastructure, disrupted electricity supply and affected hundreds of roads across the province. | The recent weather events have officially been classified as disasters, highlighting the extent of the impact on communities, infrastructure and service delivery. | Providing an update on ongoing recovery operations, Western Cape Premier Alan Winde acknowledged the frustrations experienced by residents as e…
(2026-05-24). Friday 5/22: Free Virtual Screening of "No Other Land" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/yqYCp9w……
(2026-05-24). AI coding boom lets non-programmers build apps in hours. ecns.cn Artificial intelligence coding tools are enabling non-programmers in China to build and launch mobile apps within hours, lowering development costs and fueling a wave of small-scale entrepreneurship around so-called "vibe coding," according to developers.
(2026-05-24). Canada CLC Breaks with Zionist Histadrut at Their 2026 Congress. indybay.org The Canadian Labour Congress at their 2026 convention after a struggle ended their relationship with the Israeli Zionists corporate trade union the Histadrut. Hassan Husseini with Labour For Palestine made a report to the Labor For Palestine committee.
(2026-05-24). USCT enlistees from California soon acknowledged and valued. indybay.org 1,918 USCT, enlisted from California soon validated and recognized. Colored soldiers served in artillery and infantry and performed all non-combat support functions that sustain an army as well. Colored carpenters, chaplains, cooks, guards, laborers, nurses, scouts, spies, steamboat pilots, surgeons, and teamsters also contributed to the war cause.
(2026-05-24). Chongqing's trade with ASEAN reaches 36.48 billion yuan in Q1 2026. ecns.cn Chongqing's total import and export volume with ASEAN reached 36.48 billion yuan (about $5.06 billion) in the first quarter of 2026, up 30.2% year on year, as the two sides continued to deepen economic and trade cooperation.
(2026-05-23). China-South Korea Economic Friendship and Cooperation Center unveiled at the 8th WCIFIT. ecns.cn The "China-South Korea Economic Friendship and Cooperation Center" was officially launched in Chongqing Liangjiang New Area on Thursday during the China—South Korea (Chongqing—Gyeonggi) economic and industrial cooperation promotion event at the 8th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT).
(2026-05-24). China unveils Shenzhou-23 crew for space station mission. ecns.cn Chinese astronauts Zhu Yangzhu, Zhang Zhiyuan and Lai Ka-ying will carry out the Shenzhou-23 crewed spaceflight mission, and Zhu will be the commander, the China Manned Space Agency announced at a press conference on Saturday.
(2026-05-24). Morocco king pardons jailed Senegal football fans from AFCON. newarab.com 
(2026-05-24). Attacks on Ebola centres intensify in eastern DRC amid outbreak fears. aljazeera.com Anger and mistrust growing over Ebola burials as traditions clash with medical response to prevent spread.
(2026-05-24). Like Serbia, the EU should be open to partnership with China. scmp.com As I return to China, I do so with an abiding sense of respect for a nation that has become one of Serbia's most indispensable partners and a defining force of our century. In Europe, discussions about China are too often clouded by suspicion and strategic anxiety. I understand that every major political community must guard its future, but I believe Europe should approach China not with fear and suspicion but with confidence and a serious, open-eyed willingness to cooperate. | Serbia has chosen…
(2026-05-24). Friday 5/22: No Azure for Apartheid Nakba Day Teach In. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/w5R03KFPQrW3vJ1……
(2026-05-24). Customer Relationship Management Software: What to Know? moguldom.com Implementing the right technology is no longer optional for businesses to stay competitive. Customer relationship management software serves as an effective operational core that enhances every department, from lead acquisition to long-term customer care. At its core, this software is built to centralize customer data, automate repetitive workflows, and give every team a shared, consistent …
(2026-05-24). Gunman shot dead by Secret Service agents near White House: What we know. aljazeera.com No Secret Service agents sustain injuries, but a bystander is wounded in the exchange of fire.
(2026-05-24). Federal budget tweaks to housing won't deliver housing justice. socialist-alliance.org 
The federal Labor government is boasting its small housing tax changes are the most comprehensive housing plan in generations. Rachel Evans argues they aren't and lays out what could be done to fix housing unaffordability.
(2026-05-24). Israeli settlers attack towns, destroy property across West Bank. newarab.com 
(2026-05-24). Theoretical Foundations of the Concept of Decolonization and Contemporary Debates in the Türkiye. uwidata.com Decolonization is not merely the political independence of a society, but the process of dismantling the structures left behind by colonization that is, the economic, cultural, military, and epistemic domination of one people by another power. In other words, decolonization is the effort to reconstruct societies as historical, cultural, and intellectual subjects by eliminating the relations of dependency, identity fractures, …
(2026-05-24). Pakistan train blast kills at least 24 in Balochistan. newarab.com 
A blast targeting a train carrying military personnel killed at least 24 people on Sunday in Army servicemen were among the victims of the attack in the provincial capital Quetta, which wounded more than 50 people, the official told AFP. | The attack, which was claimed by the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) militant group, was branded a "cowardly" act of terrorism by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. | Images showed a mangled train carriage on its side as people clambered o…
(2026-05-24). Serbian president arrives in Beijing for state visit to China. ecns.cn At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, President of Serbia Aleksandar Vucic arrived in Beijing on Sunday for a state visit to China from May 24 to 28.
(2026-05-24). Does the 2026 World Cup ball really need charging? thecanary.co 
The World Cup ball is no longer just a piece of rubber and air, as fans have known it for decades, but has transformed in the 2026 World Cup into a comprehensive technological tool containing electronic sensors and advanced tracking systems, to the extent that it requires charging before matches. The Spanish newspaper AS revealed […] | By
(2026-05-24). Chinese, European scholars discuss human rights challenges, development in Paris. ecns.cn Over 150 officials and human rights scholars from China and European countries gathered in Paris on Thursday for the 2026 China-Europe Seminar on Human Rights.
(2026-05-24). China ranks as Germany's top source of investment projects in 2025. ecns.cn Chinese companies became the largest source of foreign investment projects in Germany last year, overtaking the United States for the first time since 2017, an official report showed Thursday.
(2026-05-24). The 2026 World Cup could turn into a global climate crisis. thecanary.co 
A few days before the kickoff of the 2026 World Cup, environmental warnings are escalating around the tournament, which is supposed to be the biggest in football history, but is now poised to become the "most climate-destructive" since the tournament began. The Guardian revealed that the edition, which will be held in the United States, […] | By
(2026-05-24). When time stalls, stories begin. tribune.com.pk 
The first and foremost duty of a story is to entertain in uneventful, dull, and monotonous times—at least this is what our dastans (tales) and their counterparts in other cultures suggest. | In Qissa Chahar Dervish, a classic 13th-century allegorical story traditionally attributed to Amir Khusro, the main characters accidentally meet outside the city of Constantinople after having "cast about like dust from place to place." The gates of the city are closed and this is probably the reason why these strangers decide to sit together in the dim illumination of a lamp in their collective wait for a rather dis…
(2026-05-24). Insights | We love China from the bottom of our hearts: Russians react to Putin's state visit. ecns.cn Russian President Vladimir Putin paid a state visit to China from May 19 to 20, drawing significant international attention.
(2026-05-24). Knicks beat Cavaliers to reach brink of NBA Finals. aljazeera.com Brunson scores 30 points as the Knicks beat the Cavs 121-108 to take a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference finals.
(2026-05-24). Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange opens polyester futures and options segment to overseas traders. ecns.cn The Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange (ZCE) in Hunan Province opened its polyester futures and options segment to overseas traders on Friday, granting international access to seven related products.
(2026-05-24). South Africa pushes for People-Centred Biodiversity Action ahead of COP17. sanews.gov.za South Africa pushes for People-Centred Biodiversity Action ahead of COP17 | South Africa has concluded its National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) Consultative Conference with renewed calls for inclusive, community-driven biodiversity implementation that advances both environmental protection and socio-economic development. | The two-day conference, held in Boksburg, Gauteng, from 20 to 21 May 2026, brought together more than 400 delegates from government, civil society, academia, Indigenous Peoples and local communities, youth formations, the private sector and development partners. | Convened by…
(2026-05-24). Summer 2026 National Immigrant Solidarity Network News Alert! indybay.org No ICE, no war: May Day takes aim at Trump's offensive…
(2026-05-24). Wednesday 7/29: Queer Pop! Jazz Funk Dance Class Series. indybay.org Joe Goode Annex | 401 Alabama St, | San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-05-24). KPFA Local Station Board Meeting Held In Virtual Secrecy With No Posting At KPFA.org. indybay.org This is the audio of the KPFA Local Station board meeting on 5-20-26. It was held in virtual secret since it was not posted on the KPFA web site and was unknown by most of the KPFA members & audience…
(2026-05-24). South by Southwest: Water crises hit America. resourceinsights.blogspot.com Policymakers, politicians and the media have been talking about the need | for better water policy in the desert southwest of the United States for | decades. As the Colorado River, a major source of water for much of that | area, continues to shrink, policymakers are having a hard time keeping up | with nature. A | new 10-year plan contemplates cutting water supplies for Arizona, Nevada | and California by up to 40 percent depending on availability. Not | surprisi…
(2026-05-24). Saturday 6/6: Seaside Workshop: Self Care in Chaotic Times. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center, 1364 Fremont Blvd.Seaside, CA…
(2026-05-24). Yemen war sees scramble for scant resources between displaced and locals. aljazeera.com Reduced aid to Yemen and a domestic economic crisis see extreme suffering among the displaced at the Maryamah camp.
(2026-05-24). Are Japan and Southeast Asia Building a Third Option? moderndiplomacy.eu Over the past month, Japan formally joined the United States—Philippines Balikatan military exercises. Under the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) previously signed between Tokyo and Manila, which permits each side's forces to enter the other's territory, Japanese Self Defense Forces set foot in Southeast Asia for the first time since the Second World War. Simultaneously, Prime …
(2026-05-24). Uncovering the Legacy of California Filipino Farmworkers with Dr. Robyn Magalit Rodriquez. indybay.org The history of Filipino farmworker organizing on the West Coast and in California was critical in the formation of the UFW. Dr. Robyn Magalit Rodriquez talks about this history and also the struggle to get this history out in the UC system. She also discusses the role of imperialism and capitalist politics that pits workers against workers and the role of imperialism in creating mass migration to the US.
(2026-05-24). Turkey's main opposition party in standoff after leaders ousted. newarab.com 
Members of The standoff at the Republican People's Party, or CHP, has been escalating since Thursday, when an appeals court nullified the November 2023 party congress, where Ozgur Ozel was elected to replace then-chair Kemal Kilicdaroglu. | The ruling suspends…
(2026-05-24). SANParks tightens security after tourists found dead in Kruger National Park. sanews.gov.za SANParks tightens security after tourists found dead in Kruger National Park | South African National Parks has announced plans to strengthen security measures in isolated areas of the Kruger National Park following the tragic discovery of two tourists who went missing in the park last week. | The bodies of the tourists were discovered on Friday near a river area in the northern section of the park after a search operation was launched when the couple failed to return to their camp on Thursday evening. | Speaking to members of the media on Sunday at Skukuza, SANParks Head of Communication and Spokesperson, Reynol…
(2026-05-24). Wednesday 5/20: Press conference: Adelanto ICE detention hunger strike. indybay.org Zoom: | http: //bit.ly/May20AdelantoStrike…
(2026-05-23). China launches uncompromising probe into deadly mine explosion. ecns.cn A "tough and uncompromising" investigation will be carried out by China's central government into the gas explosion that occurred at a coal mine in Shanxi province on Friday and killed dozens of people, Xinhua News Agency reported on Saturday evening.
(2026-05-24). Chris Hedges On America's War Delusions: 'Alice In Wonderland Garbage'. popularresistance.org As the United States sinks deeper into another catastrophic Middle East confrontation, veteran journalist Chris Hedges joins political scientist Stephen Walt and journalist Ryan Grim for a blistering discussion on the unraveling of American power, the dangerous illusions driving Washington's war machine, and the growing global consequences of the conflict with Iran. | Drawing direct parallels to the invasion of Iraq, the conversation tears apart the fantasy that endless militarism creates "stability." Instead, Hedges argues that the United States has spent decades destabilizing the region through wars, regime-cha…
(2026-05-24). ICRC President: "We can no longer pretend that what we are witnessing across war zones is in accordance with the law" icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, at the UN Security Council Open Debate on the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict — 20 May 2026, New York…
(2026-05-24). North China coal mine accident leaves 82 dead, nine trapped. ecns.cn The coal mine accident in north China's Shanxi Province has left 82 dead, with nine others still trapped, according to Xinhua reporters at the site.
(2026-05-24). Shaista Jabeen says Firdous Jamal's criticism of senior artists 'crossed a line'. tribune.com.pk 
Senior actor Shaista Jabeen appeared on a morning show with Nadia Khan and Zohaib Hassan where she addressed veteran actor Firdous Jamal's recent controversial remarks about senior artists and also shared her thoughts on professionalism within the entertainment industry. | Veteran actor Firdous Jamal recently came under criticism after making remarks about several legendary artists during a podcast interview. He reportedly dismissed Talat Hussain's productions as "rarely inspiring" and labeled Abid Ali a selfish "type actor," among other comments that sparked backlash across the industry. | View this post on I…
(2026-05-24). Saturday 5/23: Bees, Land, & Liberation: Storytime from Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | combcutters.xyz/solidarity…
(2026-05-24). UK, the guest country of honor at 8th WCIFIT, looks to boost two-way investment. ecns.cn The 8th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade opened Thursday at the Chongqing International Expo Center, with the United Kingdom featured as the guest country of honor.
(2026-05-24). Suspect 'down' after shooting at officers near White House. newarab.com 
Officers at a A person approached the checkpoint at 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House and started shooting at officers, according to the official. | The suspect is "down" and was transported to George Washington Hospital, the official said. He did not specify the suspect's condition or how he was brought down. | The confrontation took place just after 6 PM (2200 GMT) wh…
(2026-05-24). Is Germany Choosing Economic Value Over Humanitarian Principles? thinktank.pk Germany today presents one of Europe's biggest political contradictions. On one side, Berlin is opening doors for skilled migrants, students, engineers, healthcare workers, and educated foreigners who can strengthen the economy. On the other side, the country has intensified deportations and tightened policies against vulnerable migrants, rejected asylum seekers, and socially dependent refugees. This dual-track …
(2026-05-24). What is in the reported US-Iran draft agreement. newarab.com 
(2026-05-24). Saturday 5/23: Free virtual world premiere screening of the documentary feature film "Land of Canaan" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wdHQ……
(2026-05-24). Suspect dies after trading gunfire with officers near White House, Secret Service says. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-05-24). Take me to the river: A waterski wedding. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-24). Secret Service shoots suspect after gunfire erupts outside White House checkpoint. geo.tv 
Secret Service returns fire; alleged attacker dies in hospital.Incident unfolded near 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue.Officials described suspect as an 'emotionally disturbed person'.Police and security forces swarmed the White House on Saturday evening after shots were…
(2026-05-24). Israel: The Great Exception in Trump's Foreign Policy. moderndiplomacy.eu In recent years, U.S. foreign policy has undergone a fundamental shift. With Donald Trump's return to the White House, the "America First" doctrine is no longer merely an electoral slogan—it has become the principal guiding logic of decision-making in Washington. Under this approach, the real priority is America's true friends and allies: countries willing to …
(2026-05-23). State Council vows to thoroughly, uncompromisingly probe coal mine explosion. ecns.cn An investigation team sent by China's State Council has pledged a rigorous and uncompromising investigation into a deadly coal mine gas explosion in north China's Shanxi Province.
(2026-05-24). The World cannot contain Iran forever outside the Global Order. juancole.com That figure —
(2026-05-24). ASEAN Built a Rules-Based Strategy. Trump May Prefer Deals. moderndiplomacy.eu ASEAN leaders were trying to consolidate a vastly different vision for a regional order just days before Donald Trump arrived in Beijing for a widely-publicised summit with Xi Jinping. At the latest ASEAN Summit, the member states advanced cooperation programmes on maritime affairs, reiterated the importance of the United Nations Convention on the Law of …
(2026-05-24). Man dies in northeast Australia after shark attack. aljazeera.com The man was rushed to ‚Å shore after being bitten on Sunday near Kennedy Shoal, but died shortly afterwards.
(2026-05-24). Reform is panicking about a party to its right in Makerfield. thecanary.co 
Reform UK was once an insurgent political party that aimed to steal hard-right voters from the Tory Party. At first, it seemed like Reform's goal was to force concessions from the Tories — much like how UKIP did with the Brexit referendum. Surprising many, however, Reform actually ended up overtaking the Tories in the polls. […] | By
(2026-05-24). United Nations Resolution Demands the USA Pay Everyone Elses Climate Damage Claims. wattsupwiththat.com They didn't actually say "USA", but we all know what they meant.
(2026-05-24). SADC sets regional roadmap for resilience amid global geopolitical shocks. sanews.gov.za SADC sets regional roadmap for resilience amid global geopolitical shocks | Southern African Development Community (SADC) Foreign Ministers have committed to a coordinated regional response aimed at strengthening economic resilience and shielding member states from escalating global geopolitical and economic disruptions. | This follows the SADC Ministers of Foreign Affairs Retreat held from 22 to 24 May 2026 in Skukuza in the Kruger National Park, where ministers assessed the impact of intensifying global tensions on trade, energy, food security and financial systems. | The retreat was convened in line with a dec…
(2026-05-24). Muslims afraid ahead of Eid amid rising Islamophobia. newarab.com 
Many UK "Muslims shouldn't have to always fear for their lives," a British Muslim in his 20s, who asked not to be named, told The New Arab. | He said the main concern was the very explicit anti-Muslim rhet…
(2026-05-24). The SCO as architect of Eurasian security. strategic-culture.su The upcoming SCO summit is much more than a routine diplomatic meeting. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Will the SCO's archite…
(2026-05-24). Xi Jinping's Temple of Heaven Message to Trump: Chinese Modernization, Harmony, and the Global South. moderndiplomacy.eu Chinese President Xi Jinping has stressed the need to accelerate the construction of a Chinese intellectual system in the fields of philosophy and social sciences. His recent directives aim to promote high-quality development, effectively address the challenges of the times, and advance modernization in the Chinese style. Xi's call to expedite the development of this …
(2026-05-23). All 128 injured in Shanxi coal mine blast now in stable condition: Official. ecns.cn Officials hold a news conference on Saturday following a coal mine explosion in Shanxi province, North China. [Photo by Zhu Xingxin/chinadaily.com.cn]…
(2026-05-24). 15 oriental storks bred in Wuhan wetlands for first time. ecns.cn Photo shows a nest built by oriental storks at the Chenhu Lake Wetland Nature Reserve in Wuhan, Hubei Province. (Photo provided to China News Service)…
(2026-05-23). Over 10 unaccounted for after heavy rain lashes SW China's Chongqing. ecns.cn More than 10 people were unaccounted for after heavy rain battered Yongchuan District in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality starting Saturday night, said local authorities.
(2026-05-24). Cabinet seeks checks on vaccine monopoly. tribune.com.pk 
Some members of the federal cabinet have raised serious questions over the pricing of locally manufactured vaccines and monopolistic practices of pharmaceutical companies. | The government has also agreed to give a buyback guarantee for the locally manufactured vaccines. | During a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday, the cabinet gave in-principle approval to the National Policy for Advancing Indigenous Vaccine Production. | It, however, also formed a Committee on National Policy for Advancing Indigenous Vaccine Production to make recommendations for determining the prices of locally m…
(2026-05-24). Thursday 5/21: Webinar: Blocking the Bombs: How Far Will Democrats Go on Israel? indybay.org Online | www.crowdcast.io/c/democrats-military-ai……
(2026-05-24). Sunday 6/7: LIVE DISCUSSION! With Argentinian Workers Occupying their Shutdown Factory. indybay.org Adobe Books ( 3130 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110)…
(2026-05-24). Infrared cameras, satellites aid China's wildlife conservation. ecns.cn China is expanding the use of infrared cameras and satellite tracking to bolster wildlife conservation, with populations of endangered species showing signs of recovery, according to media reports.
(2026-05-24). WHYY News joins the Willingboro Community Development Corporation for a community BBQ in New Jersey. whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? WHYY is hosting a community barbecue with the Willingboro Community Development Corporation on June 6, from 12: 30 to 3: 30 p.m. at the Willingboro Amphitheatre. | The event will give residents a chance to ask questions, discuss story ideas, learn about the news gathering process and enjoy a delicious complimentary lunch from a local vendor. | The community barbecue is also designed to give WHYY New Jersey reporter David Matthau and suburban managing edito…
(2026-05-24). A heartfelt, inspiring story of Norwegian-Russian friendship. strategic-culture.su
(2026-05-24). America's Future: A Prosperous, Peaceful Nation, or a Bankrupt, Violent Empire? thealtworld.com
(2026-05-24). Colombia: Conduct of hostilities and use of explosive hazards. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Latin America and the Caribbean: When seeking medical care is dangerous. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Sunday 6/14: Joe Rivano Barros: Mission Local's Growth Across San Francisco. indybay.org
(2026-05-24). Ethiopia: Beyond survival, a journey defined by possibility. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). We must Eliminate Plastic before it Eliminates Us. juancole.com
(2026-05-24). The humanitarian cost of non-compliance with IHL in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Calls to action to parties to conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). ICRC president calls for sustained international engagement to prevent further military escalation in the Middle East during visit to Iraq. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Returning looted artifacts a moral imperative. ecns.cn
(2026-05-24). ICRC RED aircraft to operate from Jeddah to strengthen humanitarian access to Sudan. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Synergy in Action: IHL and Islamic Law for Humanitarian Outcomes. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kimareki rebuilds a life beyond disability. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). 20 years of BRICS: A brief objective assessment. strategic-culture.su
(2026-05-24). From Iran to Ukraine, lasting Ceasefires remain Elusive. juancole.com
(2026-05-24). Searching for people missing in connection with the 1992-1993 armed conflict continues. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Children and adolescents in armed conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). The Judicial Training Institute at the Ministry of Justice and the ICRC Launch the First International Humanitarian Law Moot Court Competition for Universities in the UAE. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). ICRC report: Failure to respect rules of war deepened humanitarian crisis in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Iraq: ICRC president to meet senior officials, discuss humanitarian engagement on two-day visit. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Non-compliance with international humanitarian law deteriorated the humanitarian situation in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Eight drown while collecting mussels in Uttara Kannada; CM announces Rs 5 lakh each for kin. coastaldigest.com
(2026-05-24). Karnataka NEET aspirant who scored 92% in PU dies by suicide. coastaldigest.com
(2026-05-24). Colombia 2025: A humanitarian crisis beyond numbers. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Georgia: Remains of eleven people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Treatment of civilians in Colombia during 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Poland: High level briefing on IHL for the Polish ministries. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Upholding international humanitarian law in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Voltagabbana: quando cambia il vento a Washington, a Roma improvvisamente scoprono la coscienza. strategic-culture.su C'è qualcosa di profondamente comico — e insieme tragico — nel vedere l'improvvisa conversione morale della politica italiana sul tema Israele. | Segue nostro Una folgorazione tardiva, quasi mistica. Fino a ieri il governo italiano, buona parte del Quirinale istituzionale e l'intero coro dei commentatori mainstream sembravano gareggiare a chi riuscisse a pronunciare più volte la parola "diritto alla difesa" senza mai nominare…
(2026-05-24). México Zapatista: Un Tractor en Común… indybay.org México Zapatista: Un Tractor en Común y el Caso del Perico Loco…
(2026-05-24). El incumplimiento del DIH agravó la situación humanitaria en Colombia en 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-24). Call to vaccinate as 3.5 million FMD vaccine doses arrive. sanews.gov.za Call to vaccinate as 3.5 million FMD vaccine doses arrive | With the arrival of the first batch of a 3.5 million-dose consignment of Biogénesis Bagó Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines, Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has called on all provincial departments to prioritise vaccinating as many animals as possible over the coming weeks. | The remainder of the record-breaking shipment from Argentina is already en route and is expected to arrive during the week. | "This is the largest single consignment of FMD vaccines ever imported into South Africa. Provinces must now move with speed and urgency to scale up…
(2026-05-23). Netanyahu told Trump Israel will remain free to act against threats, Israeli source says. al-monitor.com By Emily RoseJERUSALEM, May 24 (Reuters) – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told U.S. President Donald Trump Israel would remain free to act against threats in Lebanon during a phone call about an emerging agreement between Washington and Iran on Saturday, an Israeli source said.Trump said Washington and Iran had "largely negotiated" a memorandum of understanding on a peace deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping passage that has been effectively closed since the U.S. and Israel launched their war on Iran in February.
(2026-05-23). Hormuz Cannot Become a Toll Gate. moderndiplomacy.eu Iran's announcement of a surveillance and permit zone stretching from Qeshm toward Fujairah is not merely another Gulf security measure. It is an attempt to redefine one of the world's most important waterways by administrative decree. The Strait of Hormuz is not a private corridor, a customs lane, or a geopolitical cash machine. It is …
(2026-05-23). Possible deal on Iran divides US lawmakers largely along party lines. al-monitor.com May 24 (Reuters) – U.S. lawmakers appearing on Sunday morning talk shows split sharply over a potential deal to end the Iran war, with Republicans mostly backing the publicly reported contours of an agreement being negotiated by President Donald Trump and Democrats dismissing it as accomplishing little.
(2026-05-23). Andy Worthington: The startling severity of Gaza flotilla activists' rape allegations. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Andy Worthington It's a sign of Israel's swaggering sense of impunity, and of the grotesque depravity at the heart of their notions of supremacy, that their soldiers and those in charge of them thought that they could get away with inflicting severe physical abuse on the 430 members of the Global Sumud Flotilla,…
(2026-05-23). Israeli fire kills parents and their infant in Gaza, medics say. al-monitor.com By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Mahmoud IssaCAIRO/GAZA, May 24 (Reuters) – An Israeli airstrike on an apartment in a refugee camp in central Gaza on Sunday left three people dead, including a six-month-old child, health officials said.Medics named the three who died in the Nuseirat refugee camp as Mohammad Abu Mallouh, the infant's father, Alaa Zaqlan, the mother, and their child, Osama.Later on Sunday, Israeli gunfire killed a Palestinian man in the north of the enclave, near a UN-run medical clinic in Jabalia refugee camp, medics said.
(2026-05-23). Turkey orders police to evict ousted opposition leadership from headquarters. al-monitor.com ANKARA, May 24 (Reuters) – Turkish authorities ordered police to evict the leadership of the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) from their headquarters on Sunday, enforcing a court ruling that reinstated the former leader and fuelled a political crisis.Riot police and crowds gathered outside the gates of CHP headquarters in the Turkish capital after the Ankara governor's office issued the order to remove CHP members aligned with ousted leader Ozgur Ozel.
(2026-05-23). Turkish riot police enter opposition headquarters to evict ousted leaders. al-monitor.com ANKARA, May 24 (Reuters) – Turkish riot police fired tear gas and broke through the gates of the main opposition party's headquarters to evict its ousted leadership on Sunday, a Reuters witness said.An appeals court on Thursday ousted Republican People's Party (CHP) leader Ozgur Ozel, annulling the results of the CHP congress where he was elected in 2023, citing irregularities.The court reinstated in his place former CHP chairman Kemal Kilicdaroglu, who lost to President Tayyip Erdogan in a national election that year.
(2026-05-23). At least 24 killed in Pakistan train blast claimed by separatist militants. al-monitor.com By Saleem AhmedMay 24 (Reuters) – A bomb blast hit a shuttle train carrying Pakistani security personnel and their families in the southwestern province of Balochistan on Sunday, officials said, in the latest major attack claimed by separatist militants.The explosion killed at least 24 people and injured 70, according to three provincial government and security officials, who spoke on the condition of anonymity as they are not authorized to speak to the media.
(2026-05-23). Pesta Babi doco stirs West Papuan development debates and 'crackdown'. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report Pesta Babi (Pig feast), the controversial Papuan documentary film critical of a major development project impacting on the environment in the southeastern Melanesian region, is stirring public debate and a "crackdown" across Indonesia. The film caused a stir when it had its premiere in New Zealand in March and was described in…
(2026-05-23). Cyprus votes for new parliament with corruption and living costs in focus. al-monitor.com By Michele KambasNICOSIA, May 24 (Reuters) – Cypriots went to the polls on Sunday in a parliamentary election expected to deliver gains for anti-corruption campaigners and the far right, while weakening centrist parties that back President Nikos Christodoulides.In a vote being closely watched for signs of public sentiment ahead of a 2028 presidential election, more than half a million registered voters will elect 56 lawmakers from a record field of 753 candidates.
(2026-05-23). La Russia denuncia ancora una volta i crimini di Kiev contro la Chiesa ortodossa. strategic-culture.su Ukrainian neo-Nazi regime intensifies anti-Russian measures in the religious sphere. | Segue nostro Il regime ucraino continua a intensificare la persecuzione contro la fede tradizionalmente professata dalla maggioranza della popolazione locale. In un ennesimo episodio che mette in luce l'aggravarsi della crisi interna a Kiev, un'organizzazione russa per i diritti umani ha recentemente inviato una lettera ufficiale al Segretario Generale…