presstv.co.uk (2026-08-03). President Pezeshkian: Islamabad MoU will be the 'center of gravity' of Iran's future foreign relationsIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has described the historic Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the United States in June as the future "centre of gravity" of the Islamic Republic's foreign policy, stressing the need to compel the enemy to honor its commitments.
(2026-08-03). The Gulf's Escalation: From Regional War to Systemic Crisis. juancole.com Singapore (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — The current escalation is not simply the result of one battlefield event. It reflects the collapse of the old containment model: limited strikes, temporary ceasefires, and diplomatic pauses without political settlement. | The Gaza war, U.S.—Iran confrontation, Israel's continued violations and hostilities in Gaza, effective ethnic cleansing in the West Bank and abject devastation in South Lebanon, plus the weakening of regional deterrence have created a new conflict environment. In this status quo, every actor (mis)calculates that restraint carries grea…
concordmonitor.com (2026-08-03). Opinion: Need for an anti-war movement
Trump campaigned on no more forever wars and yet here we are. War is about achieving an objective. It is not usually about killing people in another country because some of your people get killed. The Iran War is unique in having no clear purpose. This is undoubtedly the stupidest war of my lifetime.
orinocotribune.com (2026-08-03). Call For a Global Intifada to Stop the Genocidal War and Break the Aggression Against the Middle East
International silence and the complicity of Arab and Western governments constitute active partnership in the crimes of genocide, starvation, and destruction. The real response to this reality lies in millions returning to the streets
(2026-08-03). Thursday 7/30: Iran War and Protests Outside 4 U.S. Drone Bases: "Refuse Illegal Orders" CA, NY, NV, NM. indybay.org Beale AFB, Marysville, Calif.: toby4peace@sonic.net, 510-501-5412 (July 30 Action) | Holloman AFB, Alamogordo, N.M.: dyldav@proton.me, (575) 528-8671 (July 30 Action) | Nellis AFB, Las Vegas, Nev.: Kb11680@gmail.com, (702) 417-4607 (July 30 Action)…
(2026-08-03). Trump halts Iran strikes, announces fresh negotiations starting today. geo.tv US President Donald Trump talking to the media aboard Air Force One on August 2, 2026. — Geo News/ScreengrabTrump says called off planned strikes to pursue diplomatic deal.Says Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and Iran urged restraint.Claims planned attack would have been biggest…
(2026-08-03). Columbia University graduate student union drops demand for divestment from pro-genocide companies. wsws.org Under pressure from the UAW bureaucracy, the leadership of Student Workers of Columbia, the UAW-affiliate, dropped its demand the university administration divest from companies and institutions tied to the Israeli genocide in Gaza.
(2026-08-03). Saturday 8/1: Build a Movement for the Prosecution of U.S. Leaders. indybay.org Register at bit.ly/TAGMassMeeting…
(2026-08-03). Saturday 8/1: "A Cartography of Genocide" : Free Virtual Screening of the Short Documentary Film. indybay.org
(2026-08-03). Tuesday 8/11: Cuba Community Call. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cubacall811…
(2026-08-03). Aid containers to Cuba blocked in Spain. radiohc.cu The State Movement of Solidarity with Cuba (MESC) has denounced in a statement the blocking of containers and increased freight costs for donations destined for Cuba. | According to Prensa Latina, which obtained the statement, the MESC specifically referred to two containers of humanitarian aid, one from the Catalan solidarity coordinator Defensem Cuba and the other from the NGO Sodepaz. | In this regard, the MESC denounced the unjustified withholding of two shipments of aid destined for Cuba, sent from Catalonia and Madrid, by decision of two international shipping companies, fearful of sanctions from the United…
aljazeera.com (2026-07-31). Hamas reaches Gaza disarmament agreement with Board of PeaceAl Jazeera has received a copy of Thursday's agreement, which stipulates that the precise disarmament roadmap must be prepared within 14 days, with possible extensions subject to the approval of an international verification body, and the agreement of all parties.
opb.org (2026-07-31). Hamas says it will disarm if Israel halts strikes and withdraws from Gaza, but obstacles remainHamas said Friday that it will begin disarming as part of a deal announced by U.S. President Donald Trump that also requires Israel to end its strikes and withdraw from Gaza. It marks a potential breakthrough in ending the war, but implementation faces major challenges.
mintpressnews.com (2026-08-01). How Lockheed Martin, Raytheon & BAE Systems are propagandizing children to support war through STEMAytheon sponsors the Girl Scouts of America. BAE Systems is reading your toddlers their favorite fairytale stories. And Lockheed Martin funds children's math and STEM festivals. This is done with great fanfare, supposedly to empower and inspire children to pursue their passion for science. In reality, though, these companies are attempting to launder their images and enlist the next generation to become cogs in the military-industrial complex.
presstv.co.uk (2026-08-02). Analysts say US military overstretch has limited options against Iran Political analysts Joe Lombardo of the United National Antiwar Coalition and Ken Stone of the Hamilton Coalition to Stop the War argue that the United States has overextended its global military intervention, pointing to its worldwide base network, military spending practices, and the high cost of intercepting inexpensive Iranian drones as signs of declining efficiency.
palestinechronicle.com (2026-08-02). Trumps Iran War Is Heading Toward Strategic Defeat – Nyt AnalysisA New York Times analysis argues that six months of war have left the United States strategically weaker, with Iran retaining leverage over the Strait of Hormuz while America's allies increasingly question Washington's credibility and global leadership.
(2026-08-03). Saturday 8/15: "They Have Names" a theatrical act in solidarity with Gaza. indybay.org Uptown Gallery @ Sumud Mural | 401 26th Street, Oakland, CA 94612…
(2026-08-03). Residents enjoy AI-powered games at robot expo in Yinchuan. ecns.cn The 2026 Yinchuan Future Robotics Conference was held at Yinchuan from Saturday to Sunday.
(2026-08-03). CSRC pledges stronger global profile for China-focused indices and assets. ecns.cn The Chinese mainland will strengthen cooperation with Hong Kong and launch more indices based on Chinese assets to enhance the international profile of Chinese indices and Chinese assets, China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) Chairman Wu Qing said on Monday when Hong Kong launched five-year RMB treasury bond futures.
(2026-08-03). Robust Guidelines for EU Companies Vital to Accountability Law. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Bangladesh Federation of Worker Solidarity activists hold a rally in Dhaka on May 7, 2023 to mark ten years since the Rana Plaza building collapse that killed more than 1,130 people. | © 2023 Mamunur Rashid/NurPhoto via AP…
(2026-08-03). China approved to host first ISO secretariat for artificial ice and snow standards. ecns.cn The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has approved the establishment of the secretariat of an Artificial Ice and Snow Landscape in China — the first ISO technical committee secretariat the country has undertaken in the ice and snow sector, according to China Media Group.
(2026-08-03). Why India's 'cockroach' youth turned on Modi. geo.tv Thousands of protesters celebrated the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan in New Delhi, India, on July 25, 2026. — Reuters
(2026-08-03). Jade Carving exhibition bridges north-south craftsmanship in Nanjing. ecns.cn The Xiuyan Jade Carving Exhibition opened Monday at the Jiangsu Arts and Crafts Museum in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, bridging exchanges between the arts and crafts communities of northern and southern China.
(2026-08-03). 2026 China Road Cycling Open kicks off in SW China's Yunnan. ecns.cn The 2026 China Road Cycling Open kicked off on Sunday in Qujing City, southwest China's Yunnan Province.
(2026-08-03). 'Here until death…': Ceuta's stranded migrants dare Europe to push them back into Morocco. hindustantimes.com Hundreds of migrants remain stranded in and around Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta after a reported surge of people attempting to enter European territory. Migrants described difficult conditions while waiting near border areas, reception centres, and roadsides, with many saying they were seeking better opportunities and a new life in Europe. Authorities continue managing registration, assistance, and border security as Spain and European officials respond to the situation. Ceuta and nearby Melilla remain key migration routes due to their status as the European Union's only land borders with Africa. Watch…
(2026-08-03). Brazil's Workers' Party officially nominates Lula da Silva for re-election. radiohc.cu The Workers' Party (PT) officially announced on Sunday the candidacy of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva for re-election in the general elections next October. | With this step, as reported by news outlets such as the G1 portal, the ruling coalition's candidacy for the upcoming elections is consolidated. | This decision was adopted during the PT's National Convention, held at the Expo Center Norte in the city of Sao Paulo, where the candidacy of Vice President Geraldo Alckmin, of the Brazilian Socialist Party (PSB), to once again be part of the presidential ticket was also ratified. | The official an…
(2026-08-03). El-Sayed Challenges The "Electability" Attack. levernews.com 
(2026-08-03). Global Mechanism on ICTs: Statement on international law. icrc.org Statement delivered by Noa Schreuer, Legal Adviser, at the first substantial plenary session of the UN Global Mechanism on ICTs, New York, 22 July 2026.
(2026-08-03). Monday 8/10: Community Potluck addressing nuclear arms, featuring the Ellsbergs, on video and live. indybay.org Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists | 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley, CA 94709 | Wheelchair access around the corner on Bonita Street…
(2026-08-03). Saturday 9/19: Clonetopia 2026 II: NorCal Clone Release Festival. indybay.org 7 Stars Holistic Healing Center + Exit Now Art Gallery (3219 Pierce St, Richmond, CA 94804)…
(2026-08-03). Wednesday 8/12: Bay Area Candidate Forum 8/12/26,10am-1pm; focus on issues for seniors & disabled persons. indybay.org Hybrid (via Zoom) where ever you want; or at either of two in-person viewing locations: 1) in Oakland at the Teamsters Local 2010 Hall (7730 Pardee Lane, Suite 2010, Oakland, CA 94621); or 2) at the San Jose, SEIU Local 521 Hall (: 2302 Zanker Rd., San Jose, CA 95131). Register to get on the Zoom here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Gr-YyNI……
(2026-08-03). Saturday 8/8: Join Nat Day Of Action In Solidarity With Immigrants, Migrants & Activists: Gen Strike Now. indybay.org BlackRock 400 Howard St. San Francisco…
(2026-08-03). Veteran autoworker James Brasher killed in industrial accident at Stellantis MOPAR facility in Detroit suburbs. wsws.org The family and coworkers of James Brasher received empty promises of a full investigation from the UAW and management, who are covering up details of the tragedy.
(2026-08-03). Hedge fund collapse a "cautionary tale" for AI boom. wsws.org The demise of Situational Awareness could have set off a fire sale of assets possibly sending the rout in the market for chipmaking stocks out of control.
(2026-08-03). Moscow terrorist attack kills 3, injures 21. wsws.org Ever since the beginning of the NATO-provoked invasion of Ukraine by Russia in February 2022, terrorist attacks on Russian soil have formed a critical part of the NATO-Ukraine war strategy.
(2026-08-03). Trains in China's far north bring ethnic minority cultures to life. ecns.cn The annual Eastward Migration Festival of China's Kirgiz ethnic group took to the rails this year, with celebrations held aboard the K980 train on Sunday as part of an initiative to preserve and promote ethnic minority cultures beyond traditional museum spaces.
(2026-08-03). EconoScope | U.S. AI curbs reflect growing anxiety over China's tech rise. ecns.cn As Chinese companies gain ground in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics and clean energy technologies, the United States is expanding restrictions on Chinese high-tech products, a move analysts say reflects growing strategic anxiety over China's technological advances.
(2026-08-03). Young musicians with autism take Singapore stage in inclusive concert. ecns.cn A cross‚Äëborder musical collaboration took place on Saturday at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music in Singapore, where young autistic musicians from Shanghai shared the stage with a local children's orchestra. The performance vividly demonstrated the power of music to promote self‚Äëexpression and support social inclusion.
(2026-08-03). Ceuta border catastrophe kills dozens; racist right seizes anti-immigrant opportunity. peoplesworld.org 
Over 50,000 people crossed from Morocco into the Spanish colonial exclave of Ceuta on July 30, only to face a series of mass deportations and military deployments by the Spanish government. The number of lives lost so far—mostly to drowning or crushing during crossing—could be as high as 90. Racist reactions and diplomatic retaliation from …
(2026-08-03). Congo Ebola outbreak becomes second largest ever recorded. wsws.org Last week, the Ebola outbreak in the DRC became the second largest, surpassing the 2018-2020 outbreak that occurred in eastern DRC as well. Health authorities have noted the current outbreak is the fastest, outpacing all other previous outbreaks. There remain no treatment or vaccine against the Bundibugyo strain to date.
(2026-08-03). Thursday 7/30: Help Victims of Another Tentcrusher Expedition on Thursday July 30? indybay.org Coral St. between Hiway 9/River St. and Limekiln…
(2026-08-03). Haldiram's temporarily shuts London outlet days after grand opening; know why. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Weeks after viral opening of drew massive crowd, Indian snack and restaurant giant Haldiram's temporarily shut its much-talked about London outlet. | The brand's first full-service restaurant in the United Kingdom, located in Leicester Square, had opened in June 2026 as part of its global expansion into dine-in markets. | The launch quickly drew significant traction with videos showing large crowds gathered particularly from Indian diaspora to try its popular offerings such as chaat, sweets and traditional snacks. | The notice reads, "Notice of Temporary Closure. Please note that we are temporaril…
(2026-08-03). From Iskanders to Zirkons, Putin shows how he can turn Ukraine's skies into a fireball at will. hindustantimes.com Russia reportedly launched an unprecedented number of ballistic missiles against Ukraine in July, with around 126 missiles fired during the month according to the Oko Gora project. The reported barrage included Iskander-M, KN-23, and S-300/S-400 missiles used in ground attack roles. The increase in missile strikes comes as Ukraine faces challenges maintaining air defense capabilities, including shortages of Patriot PAC-3 interceptors. Recent attacks have tested Kyiv's ability to counter ballistic threats, with reports of changing interception rates. Watch the latest developments on Russia's missile campaign, Ukra…
(2026-08-03). Saturday 8/1: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with the Children of Palestine. indybay.org Canyon Meadow Staging Area, Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park (7867 Redwood Road, Oakland, CA 94619)…
(2026-08-03). Seven staff detained after clash with tour bus driver at Xinjiang's Sayram Lake. ecns.cn Seven employees at Sayram Lake Scenic Area in Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, were placed in administrative detention for 10 to 15 days and fined 1,000 yuan ($148) each over a July 23 altercation with a tour bus driver, a joint working group said Monday.
(2026-08-03). DOJ lies against Olympian and Reflecting Pool victims backfires big time. indybay.org The convicted felon President Donald J. Trump's myrmidon, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro.
(2026-08-03). China Railway records 430 million passenger trips since 2026 summer vacation. ecns.cn China's national summer railway travel campaign, which began on July 1, has handled 432 million passenger trips, China Railway reported.
(2026-08-03). Sichuan evacuates over 40,000 residents as heavy rains trigger geological disasters. ecns.cn Heavy rains battered parts of southwest China's Sichuan Province from Sunday morning to Monday, triggering eight geological disasters and prompting the evacuation of over 40,000 people, local authorities said on Monday.
(2026-08-03). Zhejiang rolls out group standard for AI OPC terminology to set industry benchmarks. ecns.cn The group standard Terminology for Artificial Intelligence One Person Company (OPC) officially took effect on Saturday, providing unified industrial references for OPC recognition, evaluation, operation and services.
(2026-08-03). August is National Breastfeeding Month (NBM) in the USA. indybay.org August 2026 is National Breastfeeding Month in the USA. This Press Release is an effort to bring about a greater awareness of the importance of Human breast milk as an infant's first food. There are important questions and useful resources to encourage a greater adoption of breastfeeding globally.
(2026-08-03). Over 4,000 WestJet flight attendants on strike across Canada against unpaid labour. wsws.org Summing up the sentiments of the rank-and-file against a system that robs them on average of $1,100 per month and particularly penalizes low-paid, low-seniority flight attendants, the strikers' picket signs declare: "Unpaid labour won't fly."
(2026-08-03). South Australian nurses reject union-Labor sellout. wsws.org The vote shows that South Australian nurses and midwives are not only up against a Labor government that wants to slash their pay and conditions, but a union bureaucracy that is complicit in the attack.
(2026-08-03). China's 'cool resources' spark summer tourism boom. ecns.cn As summer temperatures soar, China's natural "cool resources" are energizing a seasonal tourism boom. Mountains, forests, and winding rivers are being transformed into vibrant hubs of tourism.
(2026-08-03). Harry Potter quiz brings fans together for magical challenges. ecns.cn The seventh "Harry Potter" Quiz, hosted by the People's Literature Publishing House, was held online recently, bringing together fans from across China for a competition testing their knowledge of the wizarding world.
(2026-08-03). NZ foreign minister tells Chinese-born MP: "Go back to your own country" wsws.org NZ First Party leader Winston Peters' racist tirade against Green Party MP Lawrence Xu-Nan demonises Chinese people in order to divide workers and further align New Zealand with US-led war preparations.
(2026-08-03). 5th Anniversary of the establishment of UN Permanent Forum on People of African Descent. indybay.org United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent addresses challenges of the scourges of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance and all their contemporary forms and manifestations confronted by people of African descent and that impede the full and effective realization and enjoyment of all their human rights and fundamental freedoms.
(2026-08-03). Australia: Miner killed at Peak Downs in central Queensland. wsws.org In the latest mining industry fatality, a worker was killed and another seriously injured in a collision between two vehicles at BMA's open-cut coal mine.
(2026-08-03). Saturday 9/26: 10th Annual Beyond the A Word: Reproductive Life Stories. indybay.org Brava Theater Center, 2781 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA…
(2026-08-03). Across Borders and Prison Walls: Keeping Families Connected During the Libya—Chad Conflict. icrc.org Long before the crises that followed 2011, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) had already built a long and sometimes difficult history of humanitarian engagement in Libya and across its borders.
(2026-08-03). Saturday 8/1: March Against the Madness. indybay.org approx 1 mile march starts at 5pm at: | Valor Partners | 260 Homer Ave | Palo Alto, CA 94301 | and ends with short rally at approximately 5: 45pm at | Palantir | 100 Hamilton. Ave. | downtown Palo Alto | (corner Hamilton Ave/Alma St. demo is on the Alma side of…
(2026-08-03). Peru's newly elected President Keiko Fujimori exploits killing of Shining Path commander as pretext for military rule. wsws.org The VRAEM operation was carried out for maximum political impact, while international delegations were still on Peruvian soil for the inauguration.
(2026-08-03). Sunday 8/9: Thrift Mart @ Lakeside Park (Fundraiser). indybay.org Lakeside Park, Oakland CA 94610…
(2026-08-03). Monday 8/3: No Monarchs Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-08-03). Hainan opens seven more duty-free stores for local residents. ecns.cn Following the launch of the first five stores in February, Hainan Free Trade Port began opening a second batch of seven duty-free stores selling daily consumer goods to local residents on Saturday.
(2026-08-03). Chinese, Australian youths present joint gala at Sydney Opera House. ecns.cn The "A World in Love 2026 Sino-Australian Youth Cultural and Art Exchange Special Performance" was held recently at the Sydney Opera House, attracting about 2,000 spectators.
(2026-08-03). China's cord blood transplant engraftment rate tops 97%. ecns.cn China has made significant progress in cord blood transplantation, with the stable engraftment rate now exceeding 97%, experts said at a recent industry summit in Shanghai.
(2026-08-03). "Humanitarian challenges today are global, and so must be the solutions" icrc.org Launch of the 2025 Beijing Symposium Report…
(2026-08-03). Farewell to Herma Huber, a fighter for Trotskyism. wsws.org Herma's willingness to help others was almost boundless, but she was also a fighter for justice and equality and, above all, against war and fascism."
(2026-08-03). Philippine Ambassador on ICE Gives Cold Shoulder to Activists. indybay.org Ahead of Philippine President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marco Jr's State of the National Address slated for July 27, over 80 members from the BANYA—DMV regional council began a two-day speakout protest. Calling their action, "The People's State of the Nation Address" they rejected President Marco's fifth State of the Nation address which they charged was "built on repression, exploitation, and subservience to US imperialism…" characterized by "worsening attacks on workers, peasants, migrants and other oppressed sectors."
(2026-08-03). Native fish populations recover in upper Yellow River as fishing ban continues through 2030. ecns.cn Native fish populations in the Qinghai section of the upper Yellow River have risen significantly after five years of fishing restrictions, according to the Qinghai Provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs on Saturday.
(2026-08-03). Chinese scenic spots taps night tours to boost summer consumption. ecns.cn Scenic spots across China are introducing nighttime experiences, combining daytime sightseeing with after-dark exploration amid the summer travel rush and soaring daytime temperatures.
(2026-08-03). European governments demand crackdown on migrants after 99 die trying to reach Spain. wsws.org There is nothing accidental about the dozens of deaths, as over 60,000 people sought to enter the Spanish exclave of Ceuta. Europe's governments have effectively abolished refugee rights and built external borders that Trump would be proud of. Europe's leaders prefer mass death to allowing immigrants to reach the continent.
(2026-08-03). Exploring spectacular drone light show in southwest China. ecns.cn An aerial photo taken on Aug. 3, 2026 shows that a drone light show illuminates the sky above the World's tallest Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge in southwest China's Guizhou Province.
(2026-08-03). Court acquits former India wrestling chief of sexual harassment. geo.tv The chief of the Wrestling Federation of India, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, also a federal lawmaker from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP, arrives to attend a political rally in Colonelgunj, in Uttar Pradesh, India, June 11, 2023. — ReutersBrij Bhushan's supporters shower him with…
(2026-08-03). How Iran's Missile Campaign showed the Limits of Western Deterrence. juancole.com By Ayeza Areej | — | ( Iran went into the war with the most sophisticated ballistic missile arsenal in the Middle East, including the solid…
(2026-08-03). AI-generated intangible heritage works debut at Suzhou expo, awards announced. ecns.cn Award-winning works from the "Suzhou Intangible Heritage AI Creation Campaign" were showcased at the 2026 Artificial Intelligence Product Application Expo in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, on Saturday, with prizes officially announced.
(2026-08-03). Thursday 8/6: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-08-03). Trump revives push to create slush fund for fascist rioters. wsws.org The infighting within the Republican Party and the Trump administration is a sign of the deepening political crisis within the US ruling elite.
(2026-08-03). 160th Anniversary Year of the Buffalo – Firma Lodge No. 27 Vallejo, California. indybay.org Retired Buffalo Soldier's and community volunteers built Firma Lodge No. 27 in Vallejo the application is recommended as Eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. The period of significance, 1917—1974, reflects the era during which the lodge's role was most directly tied to the formation and stabilization of Vallejo's African American community.
(2026-08-03). Tbilisi-Haikou-Milan fifth freedom cargo route officially opens. ecns.cn A Boeing 767 all-cargo aircraft carrying 50 metric tons of goods departed from Haikou Meilan International Airport for Milan Bergamo Airport on Saturday, marking the official launch of the Tbilisi-Haikou-Milan cargo route with fifth-freedom traffic rights.
(2026-08-03). UnionPay links Chinese payment apps to Brazil's Pix payment network. ecns.cn China's UnionPay International and Brazilian partners launched a cross-border QR payment trial Thursday, allowing users of the UnionPay app and participating Chinese bank apps to scan and pay at merchants connected to Brazil's Pix instant payment network.
(2026-08-03). Sanctioned Russian shadow fleet stopped, not seized? Europe shows up with muscle but can't detain it. hindustantimes.com The European Union has stepped up enforcement of sanctions targeting Russia's so-called "shadow fleet," with an EU naval mission boarding the tanker Toa Payoh in the Mediterranean. According to reports, the Italy-led EUNAVFOR MED operation, supported by Greek and Polish military assets, inspected the vessel's registration documents and flag status after it reportedly switched to a Cameroonian flag. The inspection lasted about two hours, and the ship was allowed to continue its voyage as the mission lacked authority to detain commercial vessels. Authorities are now reviewing the collected documents as Europe inten…
(2026-08-03). Stevens Posts Bizarre, Racist Rant Against El-Sayed as He Surges Ahead in Polls. juancole.com By Sharon Zhang | This article was originally published by On Thursday, Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Michigan) posted a bizarre and racist rant against opponent Abdul El-Sayed over his criticisms of AIPAC — even as Stevens's campaign has already faced pushback for embracing bigoted attacks. | In
(2026-08-03). AI e-commerce camp kicks off for Taiwan youth in SE China's Fujian. ecns.cn The 18th edition of an e-commerce training camp for young people from Taiwan kicked off in Yunxiao County, southeast China's Fujian Provicen on Sunday, drawing over 40 young people from Taiwan for a five‚Äëday AI skill study tour for online retail.
(2026-08-03). Afghanistan: Taliban Assault on Rights Deepens 5 Years on. hrw.org Click to expand Image | An Afghan hospital medic inside a home in Afghanistan, February 17, 2026. Before the Taliban banned women from universities, she studied journalism and public relations. | © 2026 AFP via Getty Images | (New York) — Afghanistan's Taliban have entrenched one of the world's worst human rights crises and systematically dismantled the rights of women and girls since taking power five years ago, Human Rights Watch said today, releasing a timeline of abuses over the last five years. Afghanistan is also facing a severe humanitarian crisis with nearly 40 percent of the population in u…
(2026-08-03). Members of the activist group Committee for the First Amendment. indybay.org Reportedly, "Jane Fonda, center, speaks alongside, from left, singer Maggie Rogers, actor Sam Waterston, poet Rupi Kaur and actor Billy Porter during an "Artists United for our Freedoms" rally near the Kennedy Center, Friday, March 27, 2026, in Washington DC."
(2026-08-03). Saturday 8/1: San José…Defend Democracy. indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José, CA 95117…
(2026-08-03). European Countries See Remarkable Decline in Tooth Decay in Absence of Water Fluoridation. indybay.org Tooth decay declined equally in fluoridated and non-fluoridated countries of the world.
(2026-08-03). Friday 8/7: Artistic Free Speech Day in SF! indybay.org In Lafayette Park (between Gough, Sacramento, Laguna and Washington Streets) close to the Gough Street side of the park, in the "meadow gathering space" between Washington Street and the tennis courts.
(2026-08-03). South Sudan: Finding Loved Ones Again Through the Power of Digital Connectivity. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). Somalia's families face impossible choices as fuel and food costs soar. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). Frequently asked questions: Explosive Weapons in Populated Areas. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). Ukraine: Intensifying hostilities claim dozens of lives, deepen trauma for civilians. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). South Sudan at 15: A humanitarian journey through conflict, resilience and hope. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). ICRC Brings Humanitarian Perspectives on Unmanned Systems to World Peace Forum. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). US signs deal to boost Patriot and THAAD missile parts production. geo.tv
(2026-08-03). Water and habitat in conflict – 2026 Briefer. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). Frequently asked questions: The ICRC's approach to confidentiality. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). Donetsk: Lives transformed by the hostilities. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). Nigeria: Red Cross Movement continues tracing 17,000 missing persons cases as families await answers. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). Ukraine: "I don't just want to get around. I want to walk properly again" icrc.org
(2026-08-03). Myanmar: ICRC visits Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). ICRC holds exhibition in Seoul to mark the 60th anniversary of Republic of Korea's accession to the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). ICRC's position on the use of explosive weapons in populated areas. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). Violence consumes land and lives in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). ICRC working paper on six ICT-related threats faced by civilian populations. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). Wanting to 'decouple from China'? It is simply impossible. ecns.cn
(2026-08-03). Russia: ICRC president focuses on respect for international humanitarian law, access to prisoners of war during visit to the Russian Federation. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi: January to December 2025 Facts & Figures. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). National Committees on IHL: Guidance on composition and roles. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). Reflecting on a 22-year legacy: First Roundtable on the ICRC's Physical Rehabilitation Programme in India. icrc.org
(2026-08-03). ICRC statement on The New Yorker article. icrc.org
(2026-08-02). Mojtaba turns Hormuz into a loaded gun: In major embarrassment, Iran rejects Trump's bet on Oman fix. hindustantimes.com The Strait of Hormuz remains at the heart of U.S.-Iran tensions, with Iran rejecting reports that a deal has been reached to reopen the strategic waterway. Iranian officials insist no agreement exists and maintain that shipping will remain subject to IRGC oversight as long as hostilities continue. The developments come despite a pause in military action and ongoing diplomatic efforts involving regional mediators.
(2026-08-02). Trump says US, Israel to hold off on Iran strikes. geo.tv This handout picture released by the Israeli Government Press Office shows Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu posing for a picture with US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, ahead of their meeting on July 28, 2026. — AFPTrump…
(2026-08-02). No more bluffing? Mojtaba's Iran warns it will take every Trump threat seriously and hit back fast. hindustantimes.com Iran has issued a warning that it considers every threat against the country a serious security risk, as tensions with the United States remain high. Acting Defense Minister Majid Ebnolreza said Tehran will not be caught off guard and will continue strengthening military readiness. Iranian officials also accused Washington of using psychological pressure while warning that any attack would face a response. Meanwhile, Iranian lawmaker Esmail Kowsari called for the withdrawal of U.S. forces from the Gulf region and said allied groups would continue resistance efforts. Watch the latest updates on the growing U.S.-Ir…
(2026-08-02). When Trump's Iran 'deal' isn't a deal it's the third retreat in four months. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Lim Tean Trump's Iran "deal" isn't a deal. It's hos third retreat in four months. April 2026: 48-hour ultimatum, then a two-week delay. July: "13 straight days of strikes," then a pause "to give peace talks some space." August 1: a fresh wave of attacks cancelled — the one he'd just threatened —…
(2026-08-02). Trump's on-again-off-again war against Iran: In his own words. geo.tv US President Donald Trump seen on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, US, February 22, 2025. — ReutersDonald Trump has made some of the most aggressive public threats about military action of any modern US president. He has walked back many of them too.The…
(2026-08-02). Al Jazeera abruptly terminates contracts of Palestinian journalists in Gaza in ongoing Israeli genocide. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Eva Karene Bartlett During the ongoing Israeli genocide of Gaza, Palestinian journalists have been courageously reporting under Israel's bombs, drones and snipers. More than 260 journalists have been killed by Israel in Gaza since October 2023 alone. Reporting on Israeli bombardments and firing continues to be extremely dangerous for Palestinian journalists, who are completely…
(2026-08-02). The Moral Collapse of a Nation. juancole.com The Lord said "ask what thou wilt that I should give thee" and Solomon replied: : "Give therefore to thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people and discern between good and evil" (Kings, Ch3) | Orono, Maine (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Having been a long time Lecturer in Peace & Conflict Studies I was deeply impressed by Omer Bartov, a leading genocide and Holocaust scholar who teaches at Brown University, and who recently published a book,
(2026-08-02). Saudi Arabia battles Mojtaba's proxy at sea while MBS 'begs' Trump not to ignite Iran front. hindustantimes.com Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has reportedly urged diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation in the Middle East during a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump. The discussion came amid concerns over possible future U.S. military action against Iran and rising regional tensions. According to reports, MBS emphasized the importance of security, stability, and dialogue while seeking clarity on Washington's plans. Saudi Arabia has been balancing regional security concerns with efforts to avoid a wider conflict that could impact the Gulf. Watch the latest developments on U.S.-Iran tensions, Saudi…
(2026-08-02). Cuba's prime minister calls for food production as defense of the homeland. radiohc.cu Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero Cruz urged increased food production as a key means of defending the homeland during his accountability report to the People's Power Assembly of the Holguín municipality of Gibara, in his capacity as a member of the Cuban Parliament representing that district. | The member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of Cuba also emphasized in his address this Saturday the need for municipal governments to seek solutions and alternatives to the population's problems, including increasing coal production, he noted. | He emphasized the growth of the socialist project in the app…
(2026-08-02). Santo Domingo: the Capital of Cuban Women's Wrestling. radiohc.cu Havana, August 2 (RHC) — The Combat Sports Pavilion in Santo Domingo became the capital of Cuban women's wrestling when five of its six wrestlers climbed onto the awards podium, and four of them to the top. | Greili Bencosme was tasked with opening that golden path against a seasoned opponent who had defeated her in this year's Pan American Championship. | With a four-point lead, the young woman from Jiguani, in the province of Granma, continued her attack until she reached the maximum punching score, and the gold medal in the 50 kilograms category. | Then, in the 53rd minute, Laura Herin, with an offensive…
(2026-08-02). Cuba Will Face the Dominican Republic. radiohc.cu Havana, August 2 (RHC) — The Cuban baseball team continues its strong performance at the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games. This Saturday they defeated Puerto Rico 4-0, and today they face the Dominican Republic. | If manager Germán Mesa continues the line of thinking he shared with us in his first training session here, before the tournament began, the Cuban team would rely on right-hander Randy Cueto from Villa Clara to lead the way against the hosts. | Although the competition format for this tournament isn't the most demanding in terms of the group stage, what happens there could be decisive. | Th…
(2026-08-02). Cuba en Santo Domingo 2026: Novena jornada de los Juegos Centroamericanos. cubadebate.cu La jornada de este sábado estuvo pletórica de emociones para la delegación cubana en Santo Domingo 2026. Al mediodía llegó la primera gran alegría con el enorme triunfo de Marlies Mejías en la ruta femenina, y como colofón, los cuatro títulos de las gladiadoras del estilo libre, que solo dejaron escapar dos preseas en los colchones del Centro Olímpico Juan Pablo Duarte.
(2026-08-02). Rubio: "Simpatía de estadounidenses por Cuba responde a antiamericanismo y afinidad ideológica" cubadebate.cu El secretario de Estado subrayó que existen suficientes personas en nodos clave de la sociedad estadounidense, incluidos profesores, y que en el pasado se han visto personas dentro del propio Gobierno que simpatizan con la isla. En este contexto, el funcionario volvió a presentar a Cuba como una "amenaza de seguridad" para EE.UU. que —dijo— no puede ser ignorada.
(2026-08-02). Tres muertos y dos heridos tras tiroteo en Idaho, Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu Tres personas han muerto este sábado en lo que la Policía del estado estadounidense de Idaho describió como un "incidente con tirador activo" cerca del restaurante In-N-Out y otros negocios de la localidad de Twin Falls. Al menos otras dos personas resultaron heridas por impacto de bala, informó un portavoz policial.
(2026-08-02). Por el bienestar animal: øDemo? cubadebate.cu La enfermedad en cuestión es la Demodicosis canina o sarna demodécica, es una enfermedad causada por el ácaro Demodex canis. Insistimos, en que inicialmente puede presentarse en forma localizada, aunque también generalizada, siendo esta última más grave y difícil de tratar.
(2026-08-02). Perú: Accidente de avioneta en Nazca deja al menos trece fallecidos. cubadebate.cu Un trágico accidente aéreo cobró la vida de 13 personas este sábado en la provincia peruana de Nazca, departamento de Ica al sur de Perú, luego de que una avioneta de la empresa Aerodiana se estrellara en la zona de Pueblo Viejo, cuando regresaba de un sobrevuelo turístico.
(2026-08-02). Comenzó Jornada de la Canción Política en Guantánamo. cubadebate.cu La edición 50 de la Jornada de la Canción Política inició este sábado en Guantánamo, un evento que durante cuatro días reafirmará el valor de la trova comprometida a través de conciertos, teatro, artes visuales y espacios de reflexión histórica.
(2026-08-02). øA qué se debe el deterioro de las relaciones entre Zelenski y Netanyahu? cubadebate.cu Ucrania e Israel se convirtieron en competidores por los recursos de EEUU, señalan medios estadounidenses. El origen de la tensión se remonta a 2023, cuando el primer ministro israelí, Benjamín Netanyahu, rechazó la entrega a Kiev del sistema antimisiles Cúpula de Hierro, una decisión que sigue deteriorando las relaciones, precisan.
(2026-08-02). Deputy foreign minister denounces U.S. lies against Cuba. radiohc.cu Carlos Fernández de Cossío, Deputy Foreign Minister of Cuba (MINREX), denounced on his social media profile the lies of the United States government and its Secretary of State regarding policy toward the island. | The diplomat stated that these falsehoods not only justify aggression against Cuba, but also constitute a mendacious attempt to explain the internal revulsion in his country toward injustice and abuse in a society in crisis. | "The lies of the U.S. government and its Secretary of State regarding Cuba are not only an attempt to justify the unjustifiable aggression. It is also a mendacious way of trying t…
(2026-08-02). UNE: Restablecido el Sistema Eléctrico en el occidente del país. cubadebate.cu Se encuentran en avería las unidades 6 y 8 de la CTE Mariel, la unidad 1 de la CTE Habana, la unidad de la CTE Guiteras y la unidad 2 de la CTE Felton. Se encuentran en mantenimiento la unidad 3 de la CTE Santa Cruz, la unidad 5 de la CTE Nuevitas y las unidades 5 y 6 de la CTE Renté. Las limitaciones en la generación térmica son de 362 MW.
(2026-08-02). La peor tragedia migratoria en la frontera de Ceuta deja al menos 67 víctimas mortales. cubadebate.cu El Ministerio del Interior de España informó este sábado que el número de muertos en la crisis fronteriza entre ese país y Marruecos en Ceuta ascendió a 67. Entre las víctimas se encuentran personas que se ahogaron y otras que fallecieron en una estampida al intentar cruzar el rompeolas.
(2026-08-02). Ten trips to Xinjiang: A foreign vlogger's discoveries challenge Western narratives. ecns.cn "Somebody already paid for you. You're a foreigner. You're a guest. Welcome." | This is something Colombian vlogger Fernando Munoz Bernal frequently hears during his travel in Xinjiang. | For years, swayed by inaccurate Western media coverage, many people in the international community have harbored misconceptions and stereotypes about Xinjiang.
(2026-08-02). Kanbula Global Geopark officially unveiled in Qinghai. ecns.cn The Kanbula Global Geopark was officially unveiled on Thursday in Tongren, Huangnan Zang Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province.
(2026-08-02). China In Photos: Chinese angler survives bite from severed cobra head. ecns.cn A 72-year-old man in east China's Zhejiang Province narrowly survived after being bitten by the severed head of a cobra, in a rare incident that left him critically ill and nearly cost him his left arm.
(2026-08-02). Lukashenko sends professional day greetings to paratroopers, special operations forces. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has sent greetings to | personnel and veterans of special operations forces of the Armed Forces | of Belarus as they celebrate Paratroopers' Day.
(2026-08-02). Three killed, several injured in fast food restaurant shooting in southern Idaho in US. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: At least three people were killed and seven others were injured in a shooting at an In-N-Out Burger outlet in southern Idaho on Saturday afternoon. | Authorities also found the suspected gunman dead near the restaurant. However, officials have not confirmed whether the shooter is included in the three reported fatalities. The identities of those killed have not yet been released. | Twin Falls city spokesperson Josh Palmer said officials are still working to identify the victims. Police discovered the suspected shooter's body in an area close to the restaurant, but it remains unclear whether he die…
(2026-08-02). Greater Bay Area vehicle export center opens in Guangzhou. ecns.cn The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Vehicle Export Preparation Center was inaugurated Thursday at Nansha Jinyang Terminal in Guangzhou.
(2026-08-02). The Daily Blog: We have secretly been taken to court and I'm facing 6 months in prison: We can't tell you who, how, why or what. asiapacificreport.nz 
EDITORIAL: By The Daily Blog editor and publisher Martyn Bradbury Comrades. The Daily Blog is New Zealand's largest leftwing blog; we have been around for 13 years. We've had many fights over the years. This one is perhaps the most alarming. WATCH: The Bradbury Group Breaking: Free Speech Issue TDB has been served legal directives…
(2026-08-02). Lukashenko sends professional day greetings to Belarusian Railways workers. eng.belta.by The president wished the team good health and continued professional success for the good of Belarus.
(2026-08-02). China's largest associated gas processing station put into use in Xinjiang Oilfield. ecns.cn After a 15-day trial operation, a new facility for cooling associated gas at the No. 81 natural gas processing station of Xinjiang Oilfield's No. 2 Oil Production Plant began operations on Thursday, increasing the daily processing capacity of the station to 3.9 million cubic meters, becoming the largest of its kind in China.
(2026-08-02). Hong Kong Palace Museum exhibition blends ancient wisdom with modern art. ecns.cn A themed exhibition opened Tuesday at the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM), featuring works by nine Hong Kong artists that explore how ancient Chinese wisdom inspires modern life.
(2026-08-02). Cross-border trade industrial cluster launched in Guangzhou. ecns.cn The Global Cross-border Trade Industrial Cluster was launched Thursday in Nansha, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, during an ecosystem conference.
(2026-08-02). East Midlands Railway workers strike over safety following Bedford crash. wsws.org The RMT organised pickets at several stations, including Sheffield, Derby, Nottingham and London St Pancras. The stoppage forced EMR to run a skeleton service between Sheffield and Nottingham, with only one train an hour to London St Pancras and services ending at 7p.m.
(2026-08-02). China's BeiDou system goes global with expanding applications. ecns.cn Products based on China's BeiDou Navigation Satellite System have now been exported to more than 140 countries and regions, six years after Beidou's global positioning service was officially launched.
(2026-08-02). China parks its first J‚Äë20 in a classroom: Is this the proof that Xi is training for Taiwan 'war'. hindustantimes.com China's J-20 stealth fighter gets a new battlefield role — not as a combat jet, but as a training platform for the next generation of ground crews. As Beijing expands its fifth-generation fleet, the move highlights the massive support network needed to maintain its advanced warplanes.
(2026-08-02). Japan launches national intelligence bureau amid criticism over Takaichi government's alleged push for a wartime system. ecns.cn Several Japanese and foreign media outlets have warned that, the expansion of intelligence powers, coupled with a lack of effective oversight, could lead to the abuse of power, interference in domestic politics, and the erosion of civil liberties, while further undermining Japan's postwar framework for security oversight.
(2026-08-02). Table Tennis Super League fuels Xiong'an economy>. ecns.cn The 2026 China Table Tennis Club Super League is underway at Xiong'an Sports Center, where tickets double as discount vouchers for dining, lodging and tours.
(2026-08-02). Zhongji Innolight's $6.8 billion Hong Kong IPO marks city's largest in 7 years. ecns.cn Zhongji Innolight Co., Ltd., a global leader in high-speed optical interconnect solutions, raised approximately HK$53.4 billion ($6.8 billion) in its Hong Kong IPO on Thursday, marking the city's largest public offering since Alibaba's secondary listing in 2019.
(2026-08-02). At least 72 died in Spain's Ceuta migrant rush. geo.tv Members of the Spanish Guardia Civil detain a migrant amid mass crossings of migrants on foot and by sea from Morocco into Spanish territory, in Ceuta, Spain, August 2, 2026. — ReutersThe previous toll was 67 deaths.People heard border was open on social media.Spanish police, troops…
(2026-08-02). Belarusians finish 9th in European artistic swimming duet free final. eng.belta.by Competing in the free routine final on 1 August, the Belarusian pair | finished ninth out of 12 duets, scoring 248.22 points. The podium was | locked down by pairs from Greece (316.33), Spain (315.64), and Russia…
(2026-08-02). East China city hosts Africa fair with over $29 million in intended deals. ecns.cn A supply and procurement fair focusing on African markets was held in Jinhua, a city in east China's Zhejiang province, on Thursday, bringing together over 100 buyers and nearly 200 local business representatives from Africa and Asia.
(2026-08-02). Zelensky's new nightmare: Russia rolls out 'drone‚Äëproof' T‚Äë80BVM tank for the next phase of Ukraine war. hindustantimes.com Russia's upgraded T-80BVM main battle tank has reportedly been spotted with new battlefield modifications designed to counter the growing threat of FPV drones in Ukraine. Images circulating online appear to show a modernised tank fitted with an anti-drone "mangal" cage and improved protective features, though the vehicle's destination and deployment details remain unconfirmed. The upgrades reflect lessons learned from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, where drones have transformed armored warfare. Russia has also reportedly added electronic warfare systems and additional armour to newer tank batches. Watch the late…
(2026-08-02). The Iran war is a monkey trap for the United States. resourceinsights.blogspot.com A monkey trap offers a reward such as food that when grasped makes the | hand too large to withdraw from the hole in the trap giving access to that | food. Unless the monkey lets go, the animal is stuck. Now, the | obvious choice when danger arrives is to simply let go and run. But, | supposedly, monkeys won't let go even as human hunters approach and then | club them to death. | The war with Iran has become the Trump administration's monkey trap; potential victory over Iran is the prize in the trap. Strangely, the only prize now available is something that was already | available before the war started: freedom…
(2026-08-02). China In Photos: Chinese chip giant CXMT's market capitalization briefly surpasses 4 trillion yuan. ecns.cn The total market capitalization of Chinese memory chipmaker CXMT briefly exceeded 4 trillion yuan ($592.13 billion) on Friday morning.
(2026-08-02). 2,300-year-old grain wine identified in sealed bronze vessel. ecns.cn Researchers have identified traces of a cereal-based alcoholic beverage dating back approximately 2,300 years in a sealed bronze vessel unearthed in northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region.
(2026-08-02). Music festival empowers elderly to enjoy later life. ecns.cn Experts noted that the event helps Dandong build a new model for integrated cultural and tourism development targeting the "silver economy."
(2026-08-02). Lukashenko sends professional day greetings to state oversight bodies. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko wished everyone good health, well-being, and inexhaustible energy for achieving new professional results.
(2026-08-02). This week in history: August 3-9. wsws.org Bush restricts federal funding for embryonic stem cell research; striking ILWU worker Norman Ray Lewis murdered on a California picket line; US breaks off Korean War armistice talks; first commercial "talkie" film premieres in New York.
(2026-08-02). Yesterday afternoon's News X World interview on latest Russian missile strikes in Kiev. gilbertdoctorow.com minutes 20.40 to 27.40 in this hourly news bulletin This interview opens with discussion of the contradictory narratives coming from Russia and Ukraine over the latest missile strikes in Kiev. Per Ukraine, residential neighborhoods were struck. Per Russia, they hit military targets manufacturing drones and other weapons. As I explain there is no contradiction in …
(2026-08-02). China releases first cross-border tax guide for international transport industry. ecns.cn China's State Taxation Administration released the country's first industry-specific cross-border tax guide on Friday, providing maritime, air and land transport operators with a standardized reference for fulfilling their tax obligations.
(2026-08-02). Wild giant panda spotted at 4,120 meters in SW China's Sichuan, sharing habitat with snow leopards. ecns.cn A wild giant panda was captured on infrared camera at an altitude of 4,120 meters in the Fengtongzhai National Nature Reserve in Ya'an, Sichuan Province, local authorities said on Thursday.
(2026-08-02). Joint US—Saudi attack on Iraq widens front of the imperialist war in Middle East. wsws.org What Washington called "precision strikes" were an open extension of the war into Iraq, carried out with the participation of Saudi Arabia.
(2026-08-02). Thirteen die in tourist plane crash over Peru's Nazca Lines. geo.tv Smoke rises from the wreckage of a crashed tourist aircraft as firefighters respond at the scene. — Screengrab via TVPeruTourist plane loses contact with control tower before crash.Authorities launch investigation into cause of deadly crash.Wreckage smoulders as emergency crews…
(2026-08-02). 25 pioneering innovation projects win prizes at Maker China Hangzhou contest. ecns.cn The 11th Maker China (Hangzhou) Competition concluded Thursday, with 25 projects winning awards in fields ranging from optical core chips to 4D world modeling.
(2026-08-02). VR experience recreates Old Summer Palace at Fujian Museum. ecns.cn An exhibition opened on Wednesday at South China's Fujian Museum, featuring the original bronze-horse head statue from the Old Summer Palace and a large-scale immersive VR experience to revitalize cultural heritage.
(2026-08-02). China's total installed power capacity expected to exceed 50 bln kW by 2030. ecns.cn China's total installed power generation capacity is expected to exceed 50 billion kilowatts during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030), a senior official with the China Electricity Council said Thursday.
(2026-08-02). Beijing-Taipei youth table tennis exchange opens with 200 players. ecns.cn The 2026 Beijing-Taipei youth table tennis exchange opened in Beijing on Thursday, with over 200 young representatives from both sides of the Taiwan Strait taking part.
(2026-08-02). Belarusian trade unions to develop wellness resort in Naroch region. eng.belta.by In 2025, the Federation of Trade Unions announced a competition to | create a wellness complex, and the Naroch Balance Resort project was d the winner.
(2026-08-02). Bomb carried by woman kills three, injures 21 near Moscow restaurant. geo.tv Law enforcement officers and emergency services personnel work at the site of an explosion at a restaurant in central Moscow, Russia August 1, 2026. — ReutersA homemade bomb carried by a woman killed three people and injured at least 21 in an explosion near an upscale restaurant in…
(2026-08-02). Chinese study offers new way to monitor colorectal cancer recurrence. ecns.cn A multicenter clinical trial in China has shown that ctDNA-guided surveillance can improve outcomes for patients with colorectal cancer after surgery, enabling earlier detection of recurrence.
(2026-08-02). South Korea records its highest-ever temperature of 42.5C. geo.tv A boy cools off in a fountain during a heatwave in Seoul, South Korea, July 31, 2026. — ReutersSEOUL: South Korea registered its highest temperature since records began more than a century ago on Sunday, as authorities warned people to "immediately" stop all outdoor…
(2026-08-02). Dianchi International Coffee Culture Carnival to kick off on Saturday. ecns.cn The 2026 Dianchi International Coffee Culture Carnival will run from August 1 to 9 in Kunming.
(2026-08-02). China's trade promotion body OKs 1,529 overseas exhibition projects in H1 2026. ecns.cn China approved 1,529 overseas exhibition projects in the first half of 2026, according to data released by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) at a news conference on Friday.
(2026-08-02). Haley Stevens' New Campaign Ad Features Anti-LGBTQ Pastor. levernews.com
(2026-08-02). Lever Weekly: Location, Location, Deportation. levernews.com
(2026-08-02). News X World: Russia claims 635 Ukrainian drones intercepted. gilbertdoctorow.com
(2026-08-02). Harvest season in Belarus. eng.belta.by
(2026-08-02). Indonesia tragedy: Five dead, over 40 missing after ferry carrying 271 catches fire off Madura Island. ptcnews.tv
(2026-08-02). Israeli Defense Ministry Plan Indicates War Crimes. juancole.com
(2026-08-02). After telling Americans to leave, can Trump's 'mighty' military still shield this major gulf ally. hindustantimes.com
(2026-08-02). New Mexico's Clean Energy Success Story. juancole.com
(2026-08-02). Beyond geopolitics: Why Chinese language education should not become a casualty of strategic competition. ecns.cn
(2026-08-02). Eric Bana — Con from The Castle never looked so good. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-08-01). Iran's Mid-August Red Line- SPR at Its LOWEST Since 1983-Why Mid-August Decides. thealtworld.com The Strategic Petroleum Reserve just hit its lowest level since 1983, Washington signals it won't tap further, and the Strait of Hormuz remains contested — and this briefing examines why the next two weeks may decide the US—Iran war. Recorded July 31 as Saudi Arabia's new Red Sea coalition drew a "full escalation" warning from Yemen. | In this special Friday briefing, Pepe Escobar reads a just-received intelligence report on-air: the claimed mid-August decision window, a systematic campaign against US Gulf basing, the reported China—Pakistan—Iran supply corridor via Gwadar and Chabahar, Ka…
(2026-08-01). How Long will US be Gaslighted by Israeli Ops? Land Blockade of Iran Floated. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) —
(2026-08-01). Berlin Court declares the city's transport company must continue an advertising campaign for the far-right portal "Nius" wsws.org The courts move swiftly to protect fascist speech while criminalizing opposition to the Israeli genocide in Gaza.
(2026-08-01). The Death Count Trap: Tallying Gaza Victims won't Stop Israel's Genocide. juancole.com ( Take, for example, a headline like: "13 Palestinians Killed in Gaza, Others Wounded." Though many of us can still feel a deep sense of sadness over such a tragedy, the news itself becomes less shocking over time. | According to
(2026-08-01). US urges citizens to leave parts of Middle East as Iran tensions escalate; Trump warns of more strikes. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The United States has issued fresh security alerts for its citizens in several West Asian countries, urging them to consider leaving the region or remain prepared to depart if the securi | US urges citizens to leave parts of Middle East as Iran tensions escalate; Trump warns of more strikes…
(2026-08-01). Colombian President Gustavo Petro: "I came to call on humanity to show solidarity with Cuba" radiohc.cu "I came to call on humanity to show solidarity with Cuba, so that there is no invasion or missile launch here, and to propose as an alternative, even to the current United States government, Mr. Rubio, and Mr. Trump, that a dialogue be established between civilizations that must be equal despite their differences."
(2026-08-01). Cuba participates in the 31st Session of the International Seabed Assembly. radiohc.cu Ambassador Tania López Larroque, Permanent Representative of Cuba to the International Seabed Authority (ISA), participated in the 31st Session of the Assembly of this international body of the United Nations in Kingston, Jamaica. | According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website, Cubaminrex, in her presentation, the diplomat reaffirmed Cuba's commitment to the principles of cooperation, equity, and sustainability that govern the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea and the work of the ISA. | López Larroque emphasized that the oceans are a source of life and resources, as well as spaces of soverei…
(2026-08-01). Cuba maintains women's majority in National Assembly of People's Power. radiohc.cu Cuba maintains a women's majority in Parliament today, following the validation of 10 new deputies during the recently concluded 7th Ordinary Session of the 10th Legislature, to fill vacancies in an equal number of municipalities across the country. | Of the ten newly appointed members, five are women, maintaining the gender ratio above parity. | At the beginning of the current legislature, the National Assembly of People's Power (ANPP) was composed of 470 members, 57.4 percent of whom were women, according to official data from the body itself. The average age was 46, and more than 94 percent had a university ed…
(2026-08-01). US looting of Venezuela continues amid earthquake disaster. wsws.org The widening humanitarian crisis has not stopped the Trump administration from withholding billions of dollars from Venezuelan oil sales—with estimates as high as 96.5 percent of the revenue.
(2026-08-01). Medicaid work requirements take effect: No money for healthcare, $1.5 trillion for war. wsws.org Trump's bill is projected to cut about $1.4 trillion in federal spending over 10 years. The government estimates the work requirements for Medicaid will strip 2.3 million people from the Medicaid rolls in its first year.
(2026-08-01). Union bureaucracy, DSA rally behind Troy Jackson after collapse of Graham Platner campaign. wsws.org The former Maine Senate president is being promoted as a working class insurgent, but his 26-year political record is defined by economic nationalism, attacks on immigrant and Canadian workers and corporate subsidies.
(2026-08-01). Belarus approves water supply system regulations. eng.belta.by Belarus has approved regulations on the procedure for developing schemes and conducting inventories of drinking water supply and wastewater systems.
(2026-08-01). Who died and why: COVID-19, class and mass death in the United States. wsws.org Across both the Trump and Biden administrations, official public health policy forced working class and minority Americans to bear the pandemic's highest death toll.
(2026-08-01). Volfovich: Memorial sites play a key role in Belarus' sustainable development. eng.belta.by Memorial sites like Minsk's Monument to Internationalist Warriors Who Fell in Afghanistan play a crucial role in the country's sustainable development, State Secretary of the Security Council of Belarus Aleksandr Volfovich said at a meeting to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the memorial on 1 August.
(2026-08-01). Australian pseudo-left seeking to head off rebellion against union bureaucracy by Victorian teachers. wsws.org With various manoeuvres and phoney militant posturing, the pseudo-left groups are trying to keep teachers subordinated to a union leadership that is pushing a sellout.
(2026-08-01). Forward Stanislav Galiev signs two-year contract extension with HC Dinamo Minsk. eng.belta.by The agreement is for two years. In the past regular season, the 34-year-old forward played 54 games and recorded 33 points (20 goals, 13 assists) with a plus/minus rating of +12, making him the sixth top scorer on the team.
(2026-08-01). Expert: Patriot missile production in Ukraine would be vulnerable. eng.belta.by The political scientist pointed out that producing surface-to-air missiles is naturally different from assembling drones. "This is serious production.
(2026-08-01). India PM Modi says he forgives protesters who abused him. geo.tv Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gestures as he addresses the press upon his arrival to attend the first day of the monsoon session of parliament in New Delhi, India, July 20, 2026.— ReutersMeta, X asked to take down "abusive" content targeting PM.Words used in protests do not…
(2026-08-01). Belarus raises childcare allowance for children under three. eng.belta.by The Labor and Social Security Ministry noted that the allowance amount has increased by 5.7%. In Belarus the childcare allowance for children under three is recalculated twice a year: on 1 February and 1 August.
(2026-08-01). Belarus raises government subsidies for business startups. eng.belta.by In cities, the subsidy amounts to 11 times the minimum subsistence budget, which as of 1 August is Br5,834.07.
(2026-08-01). Stop the attacks on The People's Forum! cpusa.org 
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(2026-08-01). UAW presidential debate reveals class divide between socialist autoworker Will Lehman and pro-apparatus candidates. wsws.org Lehman advanced a program of rank-and-file power, internationalism and the abolition of the UAW bureaucracy in stark contrast to the other candidates, who are seeking to place themselves at the head of the corrupt and bloated union apparatus.
(2026-08-01). The pro-business record of departing Australian union chiefs McManus and O'Neil. wsws.org In a period marked by unprecedented global shocks, the two leaders of the Australian Council of Trade Unions have served as the linchpin of capitalist stability.
(2026-08-01). Over 49,500 students join work teams across Belarus since January. eng.belta.by The student team movement encompasses seven areas: construction, education, services, environmental protection, healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture.
(2026-08-01). Truck drivers describe frustration and confusion after Latvia closes sole crossing with Belarus. eng.belta.by Truck drivers spoke with a BelTA correspondent about their forced wait after the closure of Grigorovshchina, the only checkpoint on the Belarus‚ÄëLatvia border.
(2026-08-01). German government in crisis. wsws.org The government's disastrous poll ratings reflect growing opposition to policies that enjoy no support whatsoever among the population.
(2026-08-01). Workers Struggles: Asia and Australia. wsws.org Sanitation worker strikes continue across India and tea workers block a highway in Bangladesh. In Australia, nurses reject a union-endorsed sellout and doctors vote to strike for the first time in decades.
(2026-08-01). Eyewitness recalls unveiling of Island of Courage and Sorrow monument in Minsk. eng.belta.by "The war was still going on. The wounded were coming back maimed, without arms, without legs. And the first thing they decided, alongside the mothers and widows of the fallen, was to ensure that those who never returned would never be forgotten," said Vladimir Shokov.
(2026-08-01). Minsk marks Belarusian Student Work Teams Day. eng.belta.by Minsk Vice Mayor Andrei Strigelsky emphasized that Belarusian Student Work Teams Day is a holiday for the young people who contribute to the country's development by working at enterprises and construction sites.
(2026-08-01). State Border Committee: Grigorovshchina checkpoint on Belarus-Latvia border operating normally. eng.belta.by There are no issues on the Belarusian side of the Belarus-Latvia border, and the Grigorovshchina checkpoint remains fully operational, the State Border Committee told a BelTA correspondent.
(2026-08-01). Childcare benefits for families increased in Belarus. eng.belta.by Belarus has increased state benefits for families raising children by 4.1% effective 1 August, based on the subsistence minimum budget.
(2026-08-01). AUKUS: Its single point of obsolescence. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-08-01). Australia: Significant opposition to union sellout deal at Western Sydney University. wsws.org The "no" vote rate is almost four times higher than the last enterprise agreement vote at WSU in 2022.
(2026-08-01). Belarus launches Back-to-School charitable campaign. eng.belta.by The Back-to-School charitable initiative has kicked off in Belarus, BelTA learned from the Belarus Red Cross.
(2026-08-01). Detroit legal aid strikers call for unity: "We should all be out together" wsws.org More than 80 public defenders, social workers, paralegals, and support staff walked out on July 24 against the Neighborhood Defender Service, an agency that handles about half of the indigent defense cases throughout Wayne County.
(2026-08-01). Sam Neill, a key figure in Australian and New Zealand new wave cinema, dies aged 78. wsws.org Sam Neill never lost his genuine concern for the plight of workers and the oppressed, contempt for racialist politics and distrust of celebrity.
(2026-08-01). Not just a hobby, but a calling. How reenactors revive history in Mstislavl. eng.belta.by The town of Mstislavl, often called Belarusian Suzdal its architectural character and deep historical roots, once again drew lovers of medieval aesthetics like a magnet.
(2026-08-01). You Love To See It: Voting Unleashed. levernews.com Good things are happening! States defend voting rights, Illinois treats its gambling problem, care workers get payback, and in one state, transparency is a tradition. | You Love To See It is a benefit of a Lever paid subscription. If you want to read today's newsletter, Click Here To Upgrade | | Voting Rights PrevailA fe…
(2026-08-01). Widow reflects on unwavering service of Soviet-Afghan War veterans. eng.belta.by "We strive to honor the names of our husbands who fell, who gave their lives, who risked everything at every moment. They carried out their duty without fail, not one of them shirked," said Valentina Kuzmina.
(2026-08-01). Abby Martin's documentary takes on the 'Earth's Greatest Enemy' ecocide. asiapacificreport.nz 
REVIEW: By Olivia Rosane It's a commonly repeated statistic that the US military is the world's largest institutional polluter, but what exactly does that mean? The quest to find a real answer to that question led journalist and documentary filmmaker Abby Martin and her husband and co-director Mike Prysner on a five-year journey from defence…
(2026-08-01). Opposites attract: Pauline Hanson and Gina paradoxical relationship. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-08-01). U.S. Supreme Court — closing out the term. cpusa.org 
The Supreme Court's 2025-26 term has ended with its late-term decisions and opinions causing much discussion and analysis. The following is a rundown on some of the most talked-about decisions. |
| Asylum seekers | In a 6-3 vote along ideological lines, the Court in Mullin v. Al Otro Lado held that the Immigration and Nationality Act does not require border officials to allow every person waiting at a port of entry to enter U.S. territory to file an asylum application. It concluded that the government may lawfully regulate access to ports of entry and may temporarily turn away asylum seekers when border…
(2026-08-01). Meta censoring Palestinian content and here's proof of 'platformicide'. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By +972 podcast presenter Alaa Salama As +972 Magazine's audience engagement manager, social media is a huge part of my job. I use it daily — not only to promote the magazine's articles, but also to gauge audience reactions, opinions, and ideas regarding our work. We simply cannot escape using social media: Most of…
(2026-08-01). Head of Belarusian Union of Veterans of Soviet-Afghan War pays tribute to fallen comrades. eng.belta.by He noted that many people visit the memorial, which means that the public remains interested in history, which is especially important at a time when historical memory is being challenged and rewritten.
(2026-08-01). Stevens and El-Sayed ("I am a capitalist") debate in run-up to Democratic primary. wsws.org El-Sayed made a point of declaring his opposition to socialism, signaling to the corporate oligarchy that he did not represent a threat to its basic interests.
(2026-08-01). Flax Carousel festival kicks off in Korma with color and grandeur. eng.belta.by The Flax Carousel festival got off to a vibrant and heartfelt start in the town of Korma on Saturday, bringing together more than 500 participants in a ceremonial procession that united flax growers, music ensembles, and local residents.
(2026-08-01). 'This is sabotage': Riga resident blasts Latvia's border closure with Belarus. eng.belta.by Latvia's actions at the border are an act of sabotage designed to prevent citizens of neighboring countries from traveling to Belarus. That was the view shared with journalists at the Grigorovshchina checkpoint by Vitaly, a Latvian citizen.
(2026-08-01). The conflicts should not divide Australians. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-08-01). 'Kingmaker' candidate elected new president of New Caledonia's government. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Patrick Decloitre of RNZ Pacific A member of New Caledonia's Eveil Océanien kingmaker's party, Milakulo Tukumuli, has been elected as the new President of the territory's "collegial" government. He was elected by New Caledonia's 54-member Congress during a special sitting on Friday where the 11 members of the French Pacific territory's government were elected.
(2026-08-01). Belarus clinches European champion title in women's double sculls. eng.belta.by The women's double sculls final featured crews from Belarus, Switzerland, Lithuania, Germany, Greece, and the UK.
(2026-08-01). Lula and Morenoite-led union promote arms industry amid US offensive against Brazil. wsws.org The reactivation of Avibras, Brazil's largest arms manufacturer, exposes the alliance between the PT government, the military and the Morenoite union bureaucracy in defense of a nationalist and militarist program.
(2026-08-01). US to make visa bond programme permanent for people from dozens of countries. geo.tv
(2026-08-01). Why did thousands of migrants enter Spain's Ceuta? Viral swimming video brings border crisis into focus. ptcnews.tv
(2026-08-01). Iraq United: The Cost of Foreign Strikes. thealtworld.com
(2026-08-01). Why Arbaeen — the Shiite Muslim Pilgrimage of Mourning — has a deep Significance that brings Millions to Iraq each Year. juancole.com
(2026-08-01). Scott Ritter's Urgent Warning to America. thealtworld.com
(2026-08-01). Abdul El-Sayed On Fetterman. levernews.com