english.palinfo.com (2026-06-08). Abu Safiyas lawyer: The captive doctor faces harsh conditions and solitary confinement
Nasser Odeh, the lawyer for the captive Palestinian doctor Hossam Abu Safiya, revealed the deterioration of his client's conditions inside Israeli occupation prisons, confirming that he faces harsh detention conditions in light of his continued isolation and deprivation of basic needs and regular medical care.
presstv.co.uk (2026-06-08). Iran warns any mistake will turn region into 'hell' for US-Israeli 'evil coalition'
Iran's top security official has warned the "evil coalition" of the United States and Israel that the entire region will turn into hell for them should they make another mistake.
(2026-06-08). US preps for Iran nuclear endgame? Trump envoys consult atomic experts in secret visit. hindustantimes.com Reports suggest the Trump administration is preparing for a possible breakthrough in U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations. According to Axios and Reuters, envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner recently visited Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Tennessee to consult leading nuclear experts who could support future talks with Tehran. The reported move comes as discussions over sanctions relief, frozen Iranian assets, uranium enrichment, and nuclear safeguards enter a critical phase. While no final agreement has been reached, the consultations indicate Washington is planning for potential implementation scenarios if a deal…
presstv.co.uk (2026-06-08). Iran pounds occupied territories with missiles, warns of more crushing blows if Lebanon attacks persist
Iranian armed forces launched a missile barrage at Israeli-occupied territories on Sunday, responding to persistent Israeli attacks on Lebanon in breach of the ceasefire.
Sirens blared in wide areas, including the occupied Golan Heights, Tiberias, Safed, Nazareth, Haifa, and several other cities, according to Israeli media.
(2026-06-07). Iran launches missiles at Israel for first time since April ceasefire. ecns.cn JERUSALEM/TEHRAN, June 8 ⚪ Iran on Sunday evening launched several waves of missiles against Israel and warned the latter not to retaliate, in the first such strikes since a ceasefire was reached in April.
(2026-06-08). Report: US Plans To Divert Frozen Iranian Assets. popularresistance.org The White House plans to transfer seized Iranian assets to Gulf states for repairing damage caused by Iran's retaliatory strikes, CBS News reported on 7 June, citing sources familiar with the matter. | On Saturday, a source told CBS that US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has instructed a team to assess costs for damage inflicted on Washington's Gulf allies by Iran. | Assets that could be used include Iranian cash in frozen bank accounts or hard assets such as seized oil tankers. | The White House will consider using frozen Iranian assets to repair past as well as future destruction caused by Iran in the Gulf st…
(2026-06-08). Trump says new Israel, Iran strikes won't affect peace deal. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump delivers the State of the Union address in the House Chamber of the US Capitol in Washington, DC, US, February 24, 2026. — Reuters/File
(2026-06-07). Israel says second wave of Iranian missiles incoming. ecns.cn JERUSALEM, June 8 ⚪ The Israeli military said early Monday that it had detected a second wave of missiles launched from Iran.
(2026-06-08). Iran And Israel Step Back From The Brink. twz.com 
2026-06-07: Iran Launches Missile Wave at Israel: Trump Urges Netanyahu to Stand Down
Iran has launched a wave of missiles toward Israel, prompting sirens across the country and interceptions by Israeli defense systems.
Tehran says the strikes are a response to Israeli attacks linked to Beirut's southern suburbs, warning of "greater force" if retaliation continues.
US President Donald Trump has reportedly urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to stand down, pushing for a rapid diplomatic resolution amid rising tensions.
The situation remains highly volatile, with fears of further escalation between Israel, Iran, Hezbollah, and regional actors.
(2026-06-08). Why the Lebanon-Israel ceasefire hinges on US-Iran diplomacy. newarab.com 
(2026-06-08). Iranians exhausted by prospect of more fighting with Israel: 'no hope'. scmp.com Residents of Tehran awoke on Monday anxious and drained by the prospect of full-scale war resuming, following tit-for-tat strikes between arch-foes Iran and Israel that marked the greatest threat to the fragile ceasefire thus far. | "We don't know if there will be a war, nor if a peace deal will last," said Maryam, a 41-year-old accountant in Tehran's central Valiasr Square.
(2026-06-08). Israel hits Iran petrochemical plant in new strikes. newarab.com 
(2026-06-08). 100 days of the US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran. wsws.org The war has had two major effects: a deepening of the global crisis of the capitalist system and an enormous escalation of the global class struggle, not least within the United States.
(2026-06-08). The Hidden Winners of a New US-Iran Crisis: Politics, Oil and Power. thinktank.pk While ordinary citizens across the Middle East, global energy markets, and international trade networks suffer from instability, several political and strategic actors may find advantages in a breakdown of diplomacy. The renewed tensions come after Iran launched missiles toward Israel on June 7, marking the first direct bombardment since the fragile April ceasefire. The attack …
(2026-06-08). Democracy Now! 2026-06-08 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for June 08, 2026; Iran Warns Israel over Escalating Attacks on Lebanon After Iran, Israel Exchange Strikes: Trita Parsi; Graham Platner's Billionaire-Bashing Message Resonates in Maine Senate Race, Despite Controversies; Peru Votes for President Amid Trump's "Unprecedented Program of Aggression" Against Leftists in Region | Headlines for June 08, 2026; Iran Warns Israel over Escalating Attacks on Lebanon After Iran, Israel Exchange Strikes: Trita Parsi; Graham Platner's Billionaire-Bashing Message Resonates in Maine Senate Race, Despite Controversies; Peru Votes for Presiden…
(2026-06-08). Israel, Iran trade fire for first time since truce. geo.tv 
(2026-06-08). Iran Fires Missiles At Israel. popularresistance.org Iran fired missiles towards northern Israel on Sunday after warning that Israel must stop its attacks on Lebanon or face "more crushing and regretful blows". | The Israeli military said it had detected missiles launched from Iran and activated air defence systems to intercept them. | Iran's Revolutionary Guards tied the attack directly to Israel's assault on Lebanon, including strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs. | "We had previously warned that if the crimes in the Dahieh area of Beirut expand, we will attack targets in the occupied territories," IRGC top joint military command said.
(2026-06-08). Have flights resumed operations since the Iran-Israel attacks. newarab.com 
The latest escalation saw Iran launch dozens of ballistic missiles towards Israel, while Israel carried out airstrikes on targets inside Iran, forcing aviation authorities to reassess flight routes as…
(2026-06-07). Trump, Netanyahu speak by phone after Iranian missile fire ⚪ Israeli state media. ecns.cn Trump,Netanyahu speak by phone after Iranian missile fire ⚪ Israeli state media.
(2026-06-08). Is Iran operating without its top leader? Mojtaba Khamenei 'out of contact' during war with Israel. hindustantimes.com Reports by Iran International claim that communication with senior Iranian leadership has been disrupted, raising questions about coordination within Tehran's decision-making structure amid escalating regional tensions. According to the report, contact with key officials, including Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, has not been established since Sunday night. The situation has fueled speculation over whether recent military actions against Israel were conducted under pre-approved operational protocols rather than real-time leadership coordination. Iranian authorities have not issued any official confirmation or de…
(2026-06-08). Has a wider Iran-Israel war been averted for now. newarab.com 
The prospect of a wider war between Iran, Israel and Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya headquarters, which has coordinated the country's military operations during the conflict, said it was ending its response following a "painful response" to Israel's strike on Beirut's southern suburbs on Sunday. Israeli officials also i…
(2026-06-08). Israel has bombed Lebanon nearly 3,500 times during 'ceasefire'. newarab.com 
The US-brokered ceasefire came into effect just after midnight on April 17, with Israeli troops still positioned deep inside southern Lebanon. | While it has largely halted air strikes on Beirut and its suburbs, it has failed to halt fighting in southern Lebanon between Israel and Iran-backed armed group Hezbollah. | In comments publ…
(2026-06-07). Iraqi armed group threatens to attack U.S. bases if Washington joins attacks on Iran. ecns.cn The Iraqi Shiite militia Kataib Hezbollah on Sunday threatened to attack U.
(2026-06-08). Israeli bombing damages historic site in Lebanon. newarab.com 
A One of the oldest cities on the Mediterranean coast, Tyre in antiquity was at various times Phoenician, Persian, Hellenistic, Roman and Byzantine. | The city lies around 20 kilometres (12 miles) from the Israeli border, and its UNESCO World Heri…
presstv.co.uk (2026-06-07). Israel bombs Lebanese capital's Dahiyeh despite US objections
The Israeli regime has carried out fresh attacks on southern Beirut despite US objections that such strikes could provoke an Iranian response and derail diplomatic efforts to end the war, as Tehran views the attacks as a blatant violation of a tenuous ceasefire with Washington.
(2026-06-08). Through the Egyptian Gateway: Qatar Solidifies Its Investment Presence in Eastern Med Gas. uwidata.com Since the discovery of natural gas began in the deepwater basins of the Eastern Mediterranean—off the coasts of Egypt, Cyprus, Lebanon, Israel, and Türkiye—it has generated a great deal of enthusiasm that extends far beyond the littoral states. These states represent the actual owners of these reserves, regardless of any disputes that may arise from …
(2026-06-08). How Israel Engineered Gaza's Health Care Collapse. juancole.com By Hend Salama Abo Helow | This article was originally published by A Palestinian doctor in Gaza says the territory is facing its worst medication shortage since Israel began the genocide. | My mother has been a hypertension patient for the past 25 years. Ever since her initial diagnosis, she has adhered strictly to her prescribed medication. Yet since the genocide broke out, her medicine gradually ran out until it vanished from the markets altogether, with no clinic, pharmac…
(2026-06-08). Lim Tean: Why standing on the wrong side of history cost Germany its UNSC seat. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Lim Tean Germany learnt to its huge cost and embarrassment last week that supporting Israel's genocidal operations in Gaza and elsewhere in the Middle East leads only to opprobrium from the international community. A country which had been a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for decades lost in its bid…
(2026-06-08). In Japan, Raves And Tea Parties Become Sites Of Protest. popularresistance.org Shinjuku Station in Tokyo is the busiest railway station in the world. On a given day, roughly 2.7 million passengers pass through. On March 29, they were joined by a stream of ravers, who danced while holding signs opposing the genocide in Palestine, xenophobia, queerphobia, fascism and war. | Under the slogan "Drop Bass Not Bombs," thousands danced and waved glow sticks while demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, due to the government's escalating push towards rearmament and close relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump.
(2026-06-08). Pride 2026: Genocide Of Trans People Threatens All Workers. popularresistance.org Four years ago, SLL's 2022 Pride Month statement called on the workers and oppressed to "Resist the capitalist 'trans panic' strategy." We wrote then: "The only way fascist movements have ever been defeated is by people uniting and fighting back. | "It is not enough to rely on elections or hope that friendly politicians will save us. They won't. The Democratic Party is tied by a million threads to the same capitalist class that demands these anti-people measures." | The campaign of demonization has only intensified since then. | For the past 18 months, Donald Trump's regime has been steadily putting in place all…
(2026-06-08). Medicaid work requirements threaten coverage for millions as Trump escalates class war on the poor. wsws.org The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the work requirement provisions in Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill will reduce federal Medicaid spending by $326 billion over 10 years—the single largest source of savings in the legislation—and strip coverage from an estimated 5.2 million adults by 2034.
(2026-06-08). Venezuela ALBA New 6.4.2026: Mass Protests in Bolivia; Defense of Venezuela and Cuba. wibailoutpeople.org Joao Pedro Stedile (MST, Brazil): Why We Continue To Support VenezuelaThe current political situation in Venezuela cannot be explained solely by the events following 3rd January. We need to contextualize what has been happening over the last four decades. [On January 3] Venezuela, its people and its armed forces were defeated. Lives were lost, and …
(2026-06-08). Cuban jurists: Commitment to justice and the nation. radiohc.cu This June 8th, Cuba celebrates Jurist's Day, a date dedicated to recognizing the work of those who, from the most diverse spheres of legal practice, contribute to strengthening institutions, upholding the rule of law, and protecting citizens' rights. | The commemoration takes place on a particularly significant day for the legal profession, coinciding with the 49th anniversary of the National Union of Jurists of Cuba (UNJC), an organization that for almost five decades has brought together professionals in the sector and promoted professional development, scientific research, and the advancement of legal culture…
(2026-06-08). MLB: Marlins Turn the Tide and Defeat the Rays in Miami. radiohc.cu Havana, June 7 (RHC) — The Miami Marlins defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 today at LoanDepot Park, in a duel where offensive patience and pitching dominance tipped the scales. | In a clash that pitted contrasting realities against each other within their divisions, the Rays (37-25), leaders of the American League East, took an early lead when Cuban Yandy Díaz hit an RBI single in the third inning. | Starter Griffin Jax held the line for five flawless innings, but his departure opened a crack that Miami exploited with precision in the sixth against reliever Garrett Cleavinger. | An RBI triple by Dominican Otto…
(2026-06-08). President Díaz-Canel denounces new U.S. threats and sanctions against Cuba. wibailoutpeople.org Díaz-Canel denounces new U.S. threats and sanctions against Cuba June 5, 2026 "The US president has made new threatening statements against Cuba; and the Treasury Department has added new names of Cuban leaders, organizations, and companies to an illegitimate sanctions list," denounced Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party …
(2026-06-08). Juristas cubanos: compromiso con la justicia y la nación. radiohc.cu Este 8 de junio, Cuba celebra el Día del Jurista, una fecha dedicada a reconocer la labor de quienes, desde las más diversas esferas del ejercicio del Derecho, contribuyen al fortalecimiento de la institucionalidad, la defensa de la legalidad y la protección de los derechos de los ciudadanos. | La conmemoración tiene lugar en una jornada especialmente significativa para el gremio, que coincide con el aniversario 49 de la Unión Nacional de Juristas de Cuba (UNJC), organización que durante casi cinco décadas ha agrupado a los profesionales del sector y ha promovido la superación, la investigación científica y el de…
(2026-06-08). Organizaciones italianas unen sus fuerzas en la solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu Decenas de organizaciones políticas, sociales, sindicales y juveniles de Italia firmaron en Roma, durante una Asamblea Nacional de Solidaridad con Cuba, un histórico pacto de unidad en la lucha que hoy se libra en defensa de ese país. | En el evento, efectuado la víspera en el Centro Cultural Nuovo Cinema Aquila, del barrio romano de Pigneto, convergieron representantes de agrupaciones progresistas, procedentes de toda la península italiana, quienes acudieron al llamado de crear un frente común en apoyo a la isla, ante las crecientes amenazas imperialistas de Estados Unidos | La cita tuvo como tema "Cuba por la p…
(2026-06-08). II Bienal de Humor Político, en Cuba, promete amplia presencia internacional. radiohc.cu El caricaturista cubano Arístides Hernández (Ares) confirmó este domingo que la II Bienal Internacional de Humor Político en Cuba (del 9 al 14 de junio), promete un programa variado y amplia presencia de creadores extranjeros. | En entrevista concedida a la televisión nacional, el artista expresó: En esta ocasión, se recibieron 359 obras de 118 autores, procedentes de 38 países, una participación mucho más grande y de mayor calidad que en la anterior". | Dijo que asistirán el humorista gráfico belga Luc Descheemaeker, ganador de la primera edición del evento, y otros importantes exponentes que dialogarán de manera…
(2026-06-08). En puerto cubano nueva carga solidaria procedentes de México y Belice. radiohc.cu 
Por: Antonio Jesús Matos Reyes. | En un gesto que refuerza los lazos de hermandad regional, el puerto de La Habana recibió este domingo un nuevo cargamento de ayuda procedente de México y Belice. | Las mil 700 toneladas de alimentos e insumos básicos de primera necesidad llegaron a bordo del buque comercial Asian Katra, en una muestra de que la mayor de las Antillas no está sola en momentos difíciles. | La embarcación atracó en el puerto habanero de Haiphon donde tendrá lugar operativo logístico que permitirá la distribución de los insumos. | La ministra de Comercio Interior, Betsy Díaz Velázquez, reiteró su agr…
(2026-06-08). 'Countless more lives' at risk as Israel shuts Gaza crossings. newarab.com 
Aid organisations and rights advocates have warned that The restrictions were announced after
(2026-06-08). Mediators for Gaza 'ceasefire' focus on arms, governance. newarab.com 
(2026-06-08). Gaza and its people may not survive this phase of ceasefire. responsiblestatecraft.org Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
(2026-06-08). Israel kills 14 people in attacks across Gaza. aljazeera.com Israel killed at least 14 people in Gaza on Sunday in strikes across Khan Younis, Gaza City, and Deir el-Balah.
(2026-06-07). Chinese film 'Dear You' announces global rollout. ecns.cn Dear You, a Chinese mainland hit inspired by the tradition of qiaopi — letters and remittances sent home by overseas Chinese in the 19th and 20th centuries — will begin its global release on Friday.
(2026-06-08). Afghan women detained by Taliban in clothing crackdown. scmp.com Afghan residents in the western city of Herat have told of witnessing multiple women detained by the Taliban government's morality police, in a crackdown over clothing which has drawn criticism from the United Nations. | The UN mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) said Sunday it was "concerned over multiple arrests and detentions of women in Herat, Afghanistan, for alleged non-compliance with dress requirements".
(2026-06-08). Israel releases Palestinian women's footballer Rand Halawani. newarab.com 
Israeli authorities have released a player on the Palestinian national women's Wissam Halawani said Israeli police released her daughter, Rand Halawani, 20, at around 8: 30 pm (1730 GMT) on Sunday, with a five-day house arrest order. | Wissam Halawani told AFP that she had "gone through very difficult times over the past few days" following her daughter's detention, and that she now…
(2026-06-08). UN urges Afghan Taliban to end arrests of women over dress rules. geo.tv 
(2026-06-08). New York stabbing, Kansas City shooting raise World Cup security concerns. aljazeera.com Six people were stabbed in New York and nine injured in Kansas City, days before the World Cup's opening weekend.
(2026-06-08). Why Hong Kong matters to Kazakhstan's financial ambitions. scmp.com As part of its decades-old "multi-vector" foreign policy, based on balancing relations between major powers such as China, Russia, the United States and the European Union, Kazakhstan — Central Asia's largest country — is now actively diversifying its economic and financial policies. While in the past, Astana sought to strengthen cooperation with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, today, Hong Kong seems to be becoming a key partner for…
(2026-06-08). Health experts to screen US wastewater during 2026 World Cup. newarab.com 
(2026-06-07). Xi arrives in Pyongyang for state visit to DPRK. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, arrived in Pyongyang on Monday for a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
(2026-06-08). 'Homes turned into ovens': Millions of Yemenis swelter amid heat, blackouts. aljazeera.com Millions of Yemenis grapple with a heatwave as power cuts add to the suffering of people in the war-torn nation.
(2026-06-08). Airbus Unveils U145 Uncrewed Cargo Helicopter. twz.com 
(2026-06-08). Drug dealing, immigration offences dealt a blow in E Cape police operations. sanews.gov.za Drug dealing, immigration offences dealt a blow in E Cape police operations | Police in the Sarah Baartman District in the Eastern Cape have arrested 139 suspects for a range of crimes, including drug dealing, robbery with aggravating circumstances and immigration offences. | The operations, which were conducted between 1 and 7 June, led to the arrest of 35 undocumented foreign nationals, as well as a 45-year-old documented Chinese business owner. | The business owner was taken into custody during Operation Identity, which was carried out in St Francis Bay, Humansdorp and Hankey. | The Chinese national was arre…
(2026-06-08). Player to coach: Egypt's Hossam Hassan's World Cup journey. newarab.com 
In a new appearance, the
(2026-06-07). Xi calls on China, DPRK to consolidate trust, boost practical cooperation. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, said on Monday that China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) should consolidate the foundation of political mutual trust and enhance the level of practical cooperation.
(2026-06-08). UK Helps Unlock Climate Investment for 11 High-Impact Pakistani Businesses. thinktank.pk The Climate Finance Accelerator (CFA) Pakistan, a UK-funded initiative designed to help climate-focused businesses attract investment and scale sustainable solutions, has selected 11 innovative Pakistani companies for its 2026 cohort. The programme aims to accelerate Pakistan's transition toward a low-carbon economy by supporting businesses operating in critical sectors such as renewable energy, sustainable transport, waste …
(2026-06-08). Hungarian Prosecutors Drop Pride-Related Charges. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Hungarians march in downtown Budapest to protest against the previous government's law banning LGBTQ+ Pride events, May 1, 2025. | © 2025 Denes Erdos/AP Photo | Hungarian prosecutors announced on June 4 that they had dropped charges against a mayor and a civic activist for their roles in organizing 2025 Pride events in Budapest and Pécs. The charges, which were brought under Fidesz-era anti-LGBT legislation, were part of the former government's crackdown on civic space and LGBT rights.Prosecutors had filed criminal charges this January against Budapest mayor Gergely Karácsony, seek…
(2026-06-08). "We need to join hands in a common fight!" : Open letter from Nexteer Workers Rank-and-File Committee to our brothers and sisters on strike at American Axle. wsws.org Nexteer workers who have voted down three UAW-backed contracts are fighting to join American Axle workers in a common strike.
(2026-06-08). Scientists expelled by police at diabetes conference as Trump administration accelerates dismantling of biomedical research. wsws.org The expulsion of leading researchers from the American Diabetes Association conference by armed police exposes the capitulation of medical institutions to the Trump administration's fascistic anti-science agenda.
(2026-06-08). Parliament to mark June 16 legacy. sanews.gov.za Parliament to mark June 16 legacy | Parliament will this week host a special intergenerational dialogue marking the 50th anniversary of the 1976 June 16 uprising, alongside a packed programme of debates, ministerial question sessions and committee meetings. | The dialogue, titled: "Youth Voices, Reading and Democracy", will take place in the Good Hope Chamber on Monday and is being organised by Parliament's Library Service in partnership with external stakeholders. | The event will reflect on the legacy of the 1976 student uprising and its contribution to South Africa's democracy. It will also serve as the launc…
(2026-06-08). Yemen's Houthis declare ban on Israeli ships sailing the Red Sea. aljazeera.com Yemen's Houthis have declared a 'total ban' on Israeli vessels wanting to pass through the Red Sea.
(2026-06-08). China's Xi lands in North Korea for rare visit. geo.tv 
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Democratic People's Republic of Korea leader Kim Jong Un shake hands at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China September 4, 2025.— Reuters/File Xi praises invincible China-North Korea friendship.Nuclear talks with Washington remain…
(2026-06-07). 5 people stabbed at Penn Station in New York. ecns.cn NEW YORK, June 7 ⚪ Five people were stabbed at Penn Station on Sunday, with at least one sustaining serious injuries, CBS reported.
(2026-06-08). UK's Starmer gives Apple, Google 3 months to stop children sending nude images. scmp.com Apple and Google have been given a three-month ultimatum to make it impossible for children to take, share or view nude images on their smartphones, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday. | The government wants firms to activate built-in features on their devices or come up with technological solutions on phones and tablets to detect and block such content. | It means all adults will need to verify their age if they want to take or view nude images.
(2026-06-08). David Attenborough at 100, an appreciation. wsws.org Attenborough continues to explore new scientific opportunities and discoveries in covering all aspects of the natural world. His series are distinguished by a systematic approach, to groups of organisms or specific eco-systems, grounded in the history of science.
(2026-06-07). China's AI-generated actors raise concerns over performers' rights and job security. ecns.cn China's growing use of AI-generated actors and digitally replicated performers is raising concerns over performers' rights, as some actors say they are being pressured to authorize the use of their facial data for AI training or risk losing work, according to media reports.
(2026-06-07). Xi says ready to join Kim for greater development of China-DPRK ties. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, said on Monday that he is ready to work with General Secretary Kim Jong Un to keep bilateral relations advancing with the times and achieve greater progress in bilateral ties.
(2026-06-08). Stellantis in Germany: 650 engineering jobs at Opel in Ràºsselsheim on the line. wsws.org In April 2026, Stellantis announced elimination of 650 of the remaining 1,650 jobs at the Ràºsselsheim, Germany development center, without hiring replacements, in open violation of an ongoing "Future Collective Bargaining Agreement."
(2026-06-08). Trump sidelined by Shehbaz Sharif? Pakistan sends secret message to Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei. hindustantimes.com Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reportedly delivered a "special message" from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Iran's leadership during a high-level visit to Tehran. According to official statements, the message was addressed to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei amid ongoing regional tensions and fragile U.S.—Iran relations. Naqvi held meetings with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni, focusing on diplomatic coordination, border security, counter-terrorism, and drug trafficking. The discussions also touched on broader efforts to reduce regional conflict and…
(2026-06-07). Indonesia urges northern coastal residents to evacuate after powerful Philippine quake. ecns.cn June 8 ⚪ Indonesias National Disaster Management Agencyon Monday urged the evacuation of residents to higher ground in northern coastal areas of the country threatened by tsunami waves following a powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake in the southern Philippines.
(2026-06-08). World Cup warm-up: Morocco draw with Norway. newarab.com 
Norway captain Martin Odegaard equalised 15 minutes from time to force a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their Morocco had been ahead from the seventh minute when Brahim Diaz thundered home a shot from the edge of the penalty area, but Norway fought their way back and could have won the clash with the North Africans, who Norway shrugged off the hot conditions a…
(2026-06-08). PM Pashinyan's party wins Armenia election, preliminary results show. aljazeera.com Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract party wins 49.81 percent of the vote, the Central Election Commission says.
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(2026-06-08). How Slaves' Resistance Secured Liberal Democracy. portside.org How Slaves' Resistance Secured Liberal Democracy |
(2026-06-08). Juneteenth Green Bay, June 13, 2026 Parade Festival. wibailoutpeople.org This year's Juneteenth theme—From Freedom to Flourishing—honors the journey from emancipation to empowerment. It's a celebration of Black legacy, love, and liberation, while also a call to invest in a future where Black excellence thrives. Together, we're building not just an event, but a vision of what's possible when community, culture, and commitment meet. Explore …
(2026-06-08). Activists From 13 Countries Launch Global Solidarity Hunger Strike. popularresistance.org Benghazi, Libya — An international crisis is rapidly escalating as 11 humanitarian volunteers enter their third week of unlawful captivity in Libya. In a desperate bid for freedom, 10 of the kidnapped convoy volunteers detained in Benghazi have been on a strict dry hunger strike since June 1, putting them at imminent risk of organ failure and death. | In an act of solidarity and to bring attention to their urgent situation, a Global Solidarity Hunger Strike has quickly been organized across five continents. Dozens of activists from 13 countries, including: Canada, Spain, Italy, the United States, and South…
(2026-06-07). Chinese, international guests experience fulfilling life for seniors in Hangzhou. ecns.cn On Sunday, participants of the "Human Rights Action in China ∑2026" themed visit to Zhejiang toured the Hemu Community in Hangzhou. Officials, representatives, and experts from multiple countries, together with Chinese human rights scholars and media journalists, visited the community to learn about the development of its integrated elderly care service.
(2026-06-08). From Drones to Digital Generals, Warfare Is Entering the Age of AI. thinktank.pk Recent NATO military exercises provide a glimpse into the future of warfare. France plans to test an AI-powered battlefield command platform known as Arcadia during NATO's Coalition Warrior Interoperability Exercise. The system has been developed with the support of leading European defense and technology companies, including Mistral AI, Safran, Thales, and Airbus. The purpose of …
(2026-06-08). How Climate Fear Took Over a Generation. wattsupwiththat.com What happens when children grow up believing the world is ending?
(2026-06-08). The Philippines engulfed in acute political and constitutional crisis. wsws.org The Senate standoff in the Philippines has spiraled into a constitutional crisis that Marcos is exploiting to expand his presidential powers and tear up the 1987 charter restraints.
(2026-06-08). At least 11 killed in Pakistan-administered Kashmir clashes before rally. aljazeera.com Police crack down down on supporters of the Joint Awami Action Committee, which plans to hold a rally Tuesday.
(2026-06-08). European powers pledge arms to Ukraine while issuing ultimatums to Russia at London summit. wsws.org The E3, represented by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz gathered in Downing Street and issued a joint five-point declaration.
(2026-06-08). KC-135 Tanker Sporting New Large Antenna Points To Major Communications Upgrade. twz.com 
The USAF says improved connectivity is critical for the KC-135 fleet, and this has been a newly hot topic after a fatal collision in March.
(2026-06-07). Xi arrives to grand welcome in Pyongyang for state visit to DPRK. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, arrived in Pyongyang on Monday for a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
(2026-06-08). Trump will ask Supreme Court to revive his US$475 million defamation lawsuit against CNN. scmp.com US President Donald Trump told the US Supreme Court he intends to ask the justices to revive his US$475 million defamation lawsuit against CNN over use of the term "Big Lie" in reporting on his claim that the 2020 election was rigged against him. | Trump's lawyers asked the Supreme Court for a 60-day extension to August 15 to file his petition for review of the lower court's dismissal of the case, according to a request that was formally docketed by the justices on Friday.
(2026-06-08). China sees record panda bond issuance in 2026 as foreign borrowers pile in. scmp.com Foreign governments, international banks and multinational companies are increasingly tapping China's domestic bond market, as panda bond issuance hit a record high in the first five months of the year. | A total of 11 entities sold 14 panda bonds — yuan-denominated debt instruments issued by foreign entities in mainland China's onshore market — worth 26.64 billion yuan (US$3.7 billion) in May, up 246 per cent from a year earlier and the highest level on record for the month, according to data…
(2026-06-08). Who stands to lose: Future faces of the Medicaid work requirement cuts. wsws.org These profiles are hypothetical composites drawn from the documented demographic patterns of the Medicaid expansion population and the known mechanisms by which work requirements produce coverage loss. They represent no single individual, but they exemplify millions.
(2026-06-08). This week in history: June 8-14. wsws.org Charleston Five longshoremen face state repression; Jimmy Carter clinches Democratic presidential nomination; Two of "Trenton Six" convicted in racist frame-up; June Tenth movement in Korea against Japanese rule.
(2026-06-07). China launches world's first prefabricated computing center base in Qingdao. ecns.cn China has begun operating the world's first prefabricated computing-power center base, part of its push to expand infrastructure for artificial intelligence and data processing, according to media reports.
(2026-06-08). In Colombia, the Fight Is Still On. portside.org In Colombia, the Fight Is Still On |
(2026-06-08). Perez re-elected at Real Madrid paving way for Mourinho's return as manager. aljazeera.com Jose Mourinho expected to be announced as Real Madrid manager, returning to Real Madrid after 13 years.
(2026-06-08). From Salah to Hakimi: 15 MENA stars to watch at World Cup 2026. newarab.com 
The New Arab highlights the stars to watch out for | Arda Guler (Turkey): | Real Madrid wonderkid
(2026-06-08). Construction workers at Hinkley Point C nuclear plant locked out after safety protest. wsws.org The lockout was reinforced by a major police presence, with photographs shared by workers showing a fleet of police vehicles stationed around the site.
(2026-06-08). License to inflate: the One Nation surge and political astrology. onlineopinion.com.au One Nation's rise may be real. The commentary surrounding it often borders on performance art.
(2026-06-08). Katz lashes out at Turkey minister's wish to 'govern Jerusalem'. newarab.com 
Israeli Defence Minister Katz's response came a day after Ciftci made the remarks during a visit to the central Turkish province of Corum, where he spoke about Jerusalem,…
(2026-06-07). Xi says China-DPRK relations face new opportunities, missions. ecns.cn BEIJING, June 8 ⚪ Currently, relations between China and the Democratic Peoples Republic of Koreastand at a new historical starting point, facing new development opportunities and shouldering new missions of the times, Xi Jinping.
(2026-06-08). News That Didn't Make the News: Science Communicators and AI Data Centers. projectcensored.org First up, Professor Dave explains. Science communicator Dave Farina joins the show to talk about the emergence of science communicators at a time when science denial is reaching ever soaring heights. Dave discusses the lure and prevalence of erroneous scientific claims and how science literacy and media literacy necessarily overlap and require continued practice and engagement to combat dangerous mis and disinformation.
(2026-06-07). Why East China's Zhejiang so attractive to foreign leaders. ecns.cn A growing number of foreign leaders have made East China's Zhejiang Province a key stop on their official visits. Why is the province so attractive? The answers lie in the province's booming robotics industry, abundant business opportunities, and development experience.
(2026-06-08). Trump's US$100,000 H-1B visa fee is an unlawful tax, judge rules. scmp.com A federal ‚Å judge on Monday ‚Å struck down a US$100,000 fee that ‚Å US President Donald Trump imposed on new H-1B visas for highly skilled foreign workers, concluding that it constituted an unlawful tax that Congress never authorised. | US District Judge Leo Sorokin ‚Äåin Boston issued the ruling in a lawsuit filed by 20 Democratic state attorneys general challenging a fee Trump announced in September that dramatically raised the cost of obtaining H-1B visas.
(2026-06-08). Sunday Science: Mindscape Ask Me Anything, Sean Carroll June 2026. portside.org Sunday Science: Mindscape Ask Me Anything, Sean Carroll June 2026 |
(2026-06-08). Towards the 2026 NATO Summit hosted by Türkiye 1: The overlooked function of NATO — Gladio. uwidata.com The 2026 NATO Summit will be held on 7 and 8 July 2026 at the Be≈ütepe Presidential Compound (Kàºlliye) in Ankara. As NATO heads into the 2026 summit, we have prepared a special dossier that revisits Türkiye's long and often contentious relationship with the alliance that began with the country's membership in 1952. Drawing on …
(2026-06-08). Four workers dead at Palmetto—the consequence of decades of cuts and the drive to privatize USPS. wsws.org Four workers have died at the Palmetto Regional Processing and Distribution Center in Georgia in the past two years. The most recent, Demarcus Little, told a supervisor he felt unwell last week, collapsed, and died.
(2026-06-07). DPRK holds grand welcome ceremony for Xi Jinping. ecns.cn The DPRK held a grand welcome ceremony at Kim Il Sung Square for Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, who arrived in Pyongyang on Monday for a state visit.
(2026-06-08). Ohio police drag away football pitch invader in pre-World Cup friendly. aljazeera.com US police were filmed dragging away a pitch-invading fan during a friendly football match between Ecuador and Guatemala.
(2026-06-08). Eskom ramps up load reduction elimination efforts. sanews.gov.za Eskom ramps up load reduction elimination efforts | More than 700 000 households have now been removed from Eskom's load reduction. ⚪ This as the power utility continues its programme to eliminate load reduction by 2027. ⚪ "About 714 513 customers across South Africa are no longer impacted, representing more than 42% of targeted households, with full elimination achieved in the Northern and Western Cape. ⚪ "The programme targets 971 feeders and will benefit approximately 1.69 million customers across all provinces, out of Eskom's total customer base of 7.2 million. Key interventions include the rollout of smar…
(2026-06-08). Video Captures Rafale Fighter's Drone Kill Over Baltic. twz.com 
Footage has emerged showing the destruction of a drone by a French The French Air and Space Force confirmed that its Rafales, currently deployed in neighboring Lithuania, were scrambled in response to the drone incursion. The drone was identified before one of the fighters shot it down…
(2026-06-08). Iraq officials work to identify victims after bus crash kills 21. newarab.com 
A passenger bus crashed and burst into flames Sunday in southern Iraq, in the latest deadly accident on the country's poorly maintained roads. | Fourteen of the bodies were burned beyond recognition and have not been identified, said Ahmad Saleem, spokesperson for the Thi Qar provincial council. Two Iranian nationals are believed to be among the dead, though their bodies have not yet been identified, he said. | The bus wa…
(2026-06-08). Trump denounces California election, defends January 6 attackers. wsws.org The US president walked out of an interview with NBC when asked to provide proof of his claims about "rigged" elections.
(2026-06-08). Australia: Poor communities hit by largest diphtheria outbreak on record. wsws.org Most cases have occurred in the Northern Territory, with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, among the poorest and most oppressed layers of the Australian population, the hardest hit.
(2026-06-07). Xi leaves for state visit to DPRK. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese president, left Beijing on Monday for a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
(2026-06-08). Why Is Europe Standing Firm Behind Zelenskyy? A Message to Putin, Trump—or Both? thinktank.pk As the war in Ukraine enters its fifth year, the European Union's latest show of support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is raising an important geopolitical question. The question gained urgency after the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, and Germany publicly endorsed Zelenskyy's proposal for direct talks with Russia, emphasizing that any negotiations should …
(2026-06-07). 2 red pandas from Shanghai to join Taipei Zoo. ecns.cn TAIPEI, June 7 ⚪ Two young red pandas from the Shanghai Zoo will join the animal family at the Taipei Zoo after completing a month of quarantine following their arrival in Taipei over the weekend.
(2026-06-08). Can the Iran War Wake Asia up to Climate Crisis in Time? juancole.com ( Foot-draggers, in other words, can reap a lot of benefits, whether as a result of ignorance (not knowing about a new product), fear (of making a…
(2026-06-08). Powerful Philippine quake leaves at least 32 feared dead, survivors recount fear. geo.tv 
A drone view shows a collapsed building after a magnitude 7.8 quake in General Santos, Mindanao Island, Philippines, June 8, 2026. — ReutersTsunami warnings lifted across several countries.Military and rescue units deployed, relief mobilised.Philippines, Indonesia sit on Pacific…
(2026-06-07). At least 5 killed in S. Philippine strong earthquake, tsunami waves up to 1.4 meters. ecns.cn MANILA, June 8 ⚪ At least five people have been reported dead after a 7.8-magnitude offshore earthquake that hit the southern Philippines, according to a local disaster official.
(2026-06-07). Two seed industry events showcase 3,000 new varieties in Wuhan. ecns.cn The 2026 National Fresh Corn Industry Conference and the 2026 Wuhan Seed Expo were jointly held in Wuhan on Saturday, showcasing more than 3,000 new vegetable and fresh corn varieties with specialty products from seed companies.
(2026-06-07). Robot housekeepers set to enter homes in trial. ecns.cn Tired of housework and wishing someone would take care of all the chores? If one company in Wuhan, Hubei province, has its way, all the daily domestic drudgery would soon be the responsibility of robot housekeepers that could become as common as basic household appliances in the future.
(2026-06-08). False report about Mariel Container Terminal debunked. radiohc.cu The Mariel Container Terminal, in the province of Artemisa, clarified in a statement this Saturday that the audio recordings circulating on social media about an alleged emergency and shutdown of operations at the port were false. This was confirmed by the institution itself and the General Customs Office of the Republic through their Facebook profiles and institutional websites. | Officials of the entity reported that operations proceeded normally, without interruptions or accidents, and asked users to always verify information with official sources to avoid confusion. | The institution noted that images and vid…
(2026-06-08). Magnitude 7.8 earthquake rocks southern Philippines. aljazeera.com At least 15 people were killed and 129 injured in a magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck the southern Philippines.
(2026-06-07). Two very large crude carriers named and delivered by Chinese builder on same day. ecns.cn Two 306,000-deadweight-ton very large crude carriers, independently designed and built by a Chinese shipbuilder, were named and delivered at Changxing Island in Dalian, Liaoning province, on Friday.
(2026-06-08). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "One thing I have learned in a long life: that all our science, measured against reality, is primitive and childlike — and yet it is the most precious thing we have."
(2026-06-08). Why the Enhanced Games offer of $US10 million to break Usain Bolt's 100m world record in 2027 is unlikely to succeed. onlineopinion.com.au Which athlete would bet the opprobrium of failing to win a pharmaceutically enhanced title against the chance of winning $10 million.
(2026-06-08). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-08). Kenya police fire tear gas, arrest ex-chief justice at national park protest. scmp.com Riot police ‚Å fired tear gas to disperse scores of protesters rallying on Monday against plans to build on part of a national ‚Äåpark in Kenya's capital. | Officers moved in and arrested at least nine people, including former Chief Justice David Maraga, outside the main entrance of Nairobi National Park, Reuters reporters said.
(2026-06-07). HKSAR, Central Asian countries expand cooperation in economy, trade. ecns.cn HONG KONG, June 7 ⚪ John Lee, chief executive of Chinas Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, recently led the largest trade delegation of the current administration to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.
(2026-06-08). Philippines earthquake kills 15, prompts tsunami fears: All to know. aljazeera.com The latest tremors come eight months after the Philippines suffered its strongest earthquake in 12 years.
(2026-06-08). Iran arrives at new base camp in Mexico ahead of World Cup. newarab.com 
(2026-06-07). Nearly 10,000 residents evacuated as torrential rain batters southwest China's Guizhou. ecns.cn GUIYANG, June 7 ⚪ Torrential rain battered parts of southwest Chinas Guizhou Province from Saturday to Sunday, triggering floods and forcing the evacuation of nearly 10000 residents.
(2026-06-08). Court rules that Trump's name must be removed from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. wsws.org A Washington DC federal district judge ruled that the president's stacking of the board with his loyalists and placing the Trump name on the Kennedy Center was a "procedurally defective and substantively unlawful action."
(2026-06-08). Philly's COVID-era resource hubs are closing as services move to new centers. Some residents are fighting to keep them. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Philadelphia's Federal emergency pandemic relief funding that supporte…
(2026-06-08). Revealed: Israel's Curriculum for 'Influencing Public Consciousness'. portside.org Revealed: Israel's Curriculum for 'Influencing Public Consciousness' |
(2026-06-08). Hungary MPs back plan to cut their own salaries by 40 per cent. scmp.com Hungarian lawmakers unanimously voted to slash their incomes and allowances on Monday, as Prime Minister Peter Magyar sought to reduce administrative costs. | Critics had previously accused Magyar's predecessor, nationalist premier Viktor Orban, of providing high salaries in an attempt to placate opposition deputies. | Magyar, whose party filled with political newcomers won the April 12 elections by a landslide, was among those highly critical of the practice.
(2026-06-08). Lawmakers pump brakes on military AI — sort of. responsiblestatecraft.org AI domination on battlefields from Ukraine to the Middle East is fueling fears that waning human oversight is ushering in a more perilous future of warfare.As the Pentagon races to adopt AI in kind, Democratic senators are trying to put down legislative speedbumps, recently introducing two bills they hope will rein in AI's use in military contexts. Arms control experts and advocates applauded these efforts, but some warned RS that the workarounds the bills include could weaken the legislation, or even render them toothless.Lawmakers try their hand at regulation: | Last week, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D…
(2026-06-08). Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, and the Complete Collapse of the "Debt Trap" Narrative. orinocotribune.com By Carlos Martinez — June 6, 2026 | For years, Sri Lanka's Hambantota port was the textbook example of what Western politicians called Chinese "debt-trap diplomacy" — the claim that Beijing lures poor countries into unpayable loans and then seizes their strategic infrastructure. In the following article, Friends of Socialist China co-editor Carlos Martinez shows how comprehensively that story has collapsed. | Drawing on studies by Chatham House, the Johns Hopkins economist Deborah Brà§utigam and Sri Lankan officials themselves, Carlos sets out the facts: the port was a Sri Lankan initiative, not a…
(2026-06-08). UK's Zack Polanski on the row over his Marwan Barghouti T-shirt. newarab.com 
UK Green Party leader Polanski's comments came after pro-Israel activists launched a backlash against him on social media after photographs emerged showing him wearing a "Free Marwan" T-shirt, a referenc…
(2026-06-08). Stabbing wounds six at New York's Penn Station. geo.tv 
New York Knicks fans arrive outside Penn Station and Madison Square Garden before Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs on June 05, 2026, in New York City. — AFP One victim suffers serious injuries.All victims expected to survive.Police cordon off tracks 5 and…
(2026-06-08). Soros' OSF Helped Stir Indonesian Rebellion, Leaks Reveal. popularresistance.org Ever since the election of Prabowo Subianto as Indonesia's President in February 2024, Jakarta has faced continuous waves of anti-government protests. Activists enraged by harsh economic conditions and elite corruption have taken to the streets in vast numbers, often engaging in fiery clashes with police and the military. A series of leaks obtained by The Grayzone indicate this upheaval has unfolded according to a well-honed plan to take down Prabowo, which drew on organic grievances but which depended heavily on funding the Open Society Foundations.
(2026-06-07). China emerges as the only nation mastering all three 'crown jewels' of shipbuilding. ecns.cn On World Oceans Day, China announced it has mastered construction of the shipbuilding industry's three "crown jewels" — aircraft carriers, large liquefied natural gas carriers and large cruise ships — vessels widely regarded as pinnacles of marine engineering for their technical complexity.
(2026-06-07). Hong Kong to co-host inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup. ecns.cn Hong Kong has been named one of the host cities for the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup.
(2026-06-07). Hong Kong pushes ahead with AI development: HKSAR financial chief. ecns.cn HONG KONG, June 7 ⚪ Paul Chan, financial secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Regiongovernment, said on Sunday that Hong Kong is pushing ahead with promoting the development of artificial intelligence.S.dollar=7.83 HK dollars)‚ñ .
(2026-06-08). No Kings: Why Australia needs its own republic movement. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-08). Flailing newsrooms flog fears of a fictional recession. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-08). US sanctions over 100 Nicaraguan officials and relatives with travel ban. scmp.com The United States has placed travel bans on more than 100 Nicaraguan officials and their family members as part of a broader campaign to punish the current government for human rights abuses. | Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in a statement on Monday that the new sanctions were imposed in part because of the death last month of an imprisoned activist, Brooklyn Rivera, who criticised the policies of Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega and his wife and co-president Rosario Murillo.
(2026-06-08). 'Crooked network': Trump storms out of tense, rain-plagued NBC interview. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump pictured with NBC's Meet the Press host Kristen Welker during an interview. — X/@kwelkernbcPresident Donald Trump lasted through probing questions about his Iran war strategy and repeated weather disruptions during an interview with US broadcaster NBC…
(2026-06-08). Australia: Gold mining company handed meagre fine for worker's amputation. wsws.org A 23-year-old labourer's arm was ripped off by a drilling machine at the Cadia East mine near Orange, New South Wales. Almost three years later, the company was fined just $750,000.
(2026-06-08). Which European nation has the best chance to win World Cup 2026? aljazeera.com Europe has the most World Cup winners in the event's history, but what are the continent's chances at the 2026 edition?>
(2026-06-07). Tsunami advisory issued for Japan's Pacific coasts. ecns.cn June 8 ⚪ Japans weather agency on Monday issued tsunami advisories for the coastal areas from Ibaraki Prefecture on the countrys eastern Pacific coast to the island prefecture of Okinawa in the south after a strong earthquake struck the Philippines.
(2026-06-08). Bolivian General Strike Enters Fifth Week. popularresistance.org Nearly 100 roadblocks around the country have the neoliberal agenda of domestic and foreign elites in the grip of the masses of organized Bolivians. From indigenous campesino organizations and trade unions, to mining cooperatives and neighborhood councils, working-class Bolivians have paralyzed the efforts of President Rodrigo Paz to make Bolivia a buffet for corporate interests. | City streets once filled with vehicles and small businesses have turned into massive popular assemblies organized by neighborhood councils. The singular unified demand of the masses: President Rodrigo Paz resign immediately!
(2026-06-08). Zimbabwe: Opposition Activist Acquitted, Freed After 7 Months. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Police officers outside the Magistrates Court in Harare, Zimbabwe, April 6, 2021. | © 2021 Tafadzwa Ufumeli/Getty Images | (Johannesburg) — A Zimbabwe court on June 3, 2026, acquitted and released a prominent opposition activist after more than seven months in detention on baseless charges, Human Rights Watch said today. The case underscores the ongoing weaponization of the criminal justice system by President Emmerson Mnangagwa's government. A Harare magistrates' court acquitted Godfrey Chidhau Karembera, 47, popularly known as "Madzibaba Veshanduko" ("leader of change" in S…
(2026-06-08). Major Study Shows World Sees USA As Biggest Threat, Prefers China. popularresistance.org A comprehensive global study that surveyed tens of thousands of people in nearly 100 countries found that the vast majority see the United States as the biggest threat to the world. | At the same time, more and more nations say they prefer China over the US. China's approval rating has risen dramatically in the Global South, in particular, where support for the US has plummeted. | These were the results of the 2026 Democracy Perception Index, an annual study conducted by a group called the Alliance of Democracies. | The Alliance of Democracies cannot in any way be accused of being "pro-China" or "anti-US".
(2026-06-08). Peru faces drawn-out count as presidential race goes down to the wire. scmp.com Peru faced a drawn-out count in its bitterly contested presidential run-off after results showed the race for the ninth head of state in 10 years was too close to call. | Figures released by electoral authorities showed conservative politician Keiko Fujimori with a modest lead over nationalist congressman Roberto Sanchez in a contest overshadowed by people's concerns about surging crime. The outcome, expected to be tight, may not be known for days.
(2026-06-08). Daughters of the American Revolution honors hospital at Historic Yellow Springs — but can't officially name any nurses. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The Daughters of the American Revolution has installed a permanent plaque in Yellow Springs in Chester County, Pennsylvania, to commemorate heroic acts of the Revolutionary War. | But not on the battlefield. | "All the time we have had people asking us if we're going to do battle scene reenactments at Yellow Springs," said Historic Yellow Springs Executive Director Tom Compton. "That's not historically relevant in any way to this site." | Tim Compton is executive director of…
(2026-06-08). Tony winner Ali Louis Bourzgui dedicates award to Palestinians. newarab.com 
Moroccan-American actor Ali Louis Bourzgui used his acceptance speech at the Tony Awards on Sunday night to Accepting the award, the 26-year-old
(2026-06-08). After 100 days, Qatar's gas crisis tests economic resilience. newarab.com 
One hundred days after QatarEnergy announced The Iranian air strikes caused damage to two processing units and a gas-to-liquids conversion line, disrupting about 17%…
(2026-06-08). Denmark's Eriksen in 'good spirits' after collapse. newarab.com 
Christian Eriksen is in "good spirits", said the Danish team football doctor, despite being hospitalised after collapsing during The 34-year-old former Manchester United midfielder, who had a type of pacemaker inserted after he collapsed in 2021, fell to the ground in the 64th minute of the match in Odense on Sunday. | Medical staff rushed onto the pitch while players from both teams gathered around him to…
(2026-06-08). WHO chief visits Ebola-hit Uganda after virus spreads from DRC. scmp.com The head of the World Health Organization on Monday visited Uganda, where a deadly Ebola outbreak has killed two people after spreading from the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). | The WHO has declared an international health emergency over the current outbreak, which was announced on May 15 in the northeastern DRC.
(2026-06-08). China turns African port into tourist spot, students rethink Hong Kong: 5 weekend reads. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. China is transforming historic African slave port into waterfront tourism magnet | 2. The new Panama? Why Nicaragua could be next front in US-China influence battle | 3. Is the dream over? Mainland students rethink Hong Kong over costs and cultural fit…
(2026-06-08). Ex-wife of UAE royal released on bail in custody dispute. newarab.com 
The Zeynab Javadli was detained after her former husband, Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, accused her of abducting their three children. | "Dubai Public Prosecution confirms that Ms Zeynab Javadli has been released on bail following questioning," the prosecutors said in a statement on Saturday. | They added that the questioning was "in connection with an ongoing…
(2026-06-08). WBW News Action: Albania Not for Sale. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-06-08). Miliband's New Net Zero EV Targets Are Not Credible, Warn Carmakers. wattsupwiththat.com Ed Miliband's new Net Zero targets requiring the tripling of electric vehicle sales in just three years are not credible, carmakers have warned. The Telegraph has more.
(2026-06-08). US Conspiracy Against Mexico and President Sheinbaum Underway. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-06-08). Pride Events In Wisconsin 2026. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-06-08). FIFA, Eurovision expelled Russia but Israel has Impunity. juancole.com
(2026-06-07). Overseas human rights experts explore grassroots governance in Chongqing Minzhu Village. ecns.cn
(2026-06-08). More than 325 Organizations Affirm Support for Medicare for All. commondreams.org
(2026-06-08). Kenosha Pride June 11, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-06-08). Uber's Secret Hawaiian Slush Fund. levernews.com
(2026-06-08). Ori Goldberg: Israel's escalations threaten relationship with US. aljazeera.com
(2026-06-08). Four Times When Commandante Hugo Chávez Chose Peace. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-06-08). Armenian PM Pashinyan declares victory in parliamentary elections. aljazeera.com
(2026-06-08). Fujimori lidera elecciones en Perú, indican resultados preliminares. radiohc.cu La Oficina Nacional de Procesos Electorales (ONPE) del Perú ya empezó a publicar en su sitio web los primeros resultados de la segunda vuelta de las elecciones presidenciales, celebradas este domingo, entre la derechista Keiko Fujimori y el izquierdista Roberto Sánchez. | Con el 44,838 % de las actas contabilizadas, Fujimori tiene 52,779 % de los votos, seguida de Sánchez con el 47,221 %. | En cambio, el conteo rápido mostró otra tendencia. Ipsos recogió un 50,3 % para Sánchez, con Fujimori de segunda con 49,7 %. Mientras que Datum colocó de primero a Sánchez con 50,14 %, seguido de Fujimori con 49,86 %.Agradecem…
(2026-06-08). India se prepara para Cumbre del Brics en septiembre venidero. radiohc.cu India, que preside los Brics este año, se prepara para la Cumbre prevista para septiembre venidero, afirmó el secretario de Asuntos Exteriores, Vikram Misri, en un reciente evento sobre neurología del bloque intergubernamental. | En el tercer Simposio de Neurociencia del bloque intergubernamental, el primero que se realiza en la nación surasiática, el diplomático señaló, además, que la colaboración internacional cobra una importancia creciente ante desafíos complejos que requieren compartir conocimientos y recursos. | Afirmó que los Brics representan una plataforma donde los países en desarrollo y las economías e…
(2026-06-08). L'India, la guerra in Medio Oriente e un grande problema da risolvere prima di Delhi 2026. strategic-culture.su Le crisi mediorientali del 2026 segnano un momento di discontinuità strutturale nella politica estera indiana. | Segue nostro Attore strategico nella regione | In vista della sessione plenaria dei BRCS+ a Delhi, occorre inquadrare più nel dettaglio il ruolo dell'India, che quest'anno ricopre la presidenza, negli scenari più caldi di questo periodo. | Negli ultimi tre decenni, l'India ha progressivamente e profondamente trasformato il pro…
(2026-06-07). Iran strikes Israel after Israel bomb's Beirut's Dahiyeh to kill peace talks. thecanary.co 
Iran has launched at least two and as many as five (so far) waves of drones and at least ten ballistic missiles against Israel. The strikes, described by Tehran as a "warning shot", came in retaliation for Israel attacking Dahiyeh in southern Beirut. Iran had warned Israel that it would strike its north if Netanyahu […] | By
(2026-06-07). Israel and the US are weaponising starvation in Lebanon. thecanary.co 
In the current negotiations over Lebanon's borders, the United States does not sit at the table as an impartial broker of peace, but as the orchestrator of a calculated financial siege. The Trump administration is utilising underhanded economic warfare, targeted banking blockades, and weaponising the global dollar system to deliberately starve the Lebanese state into […] | By
(2026-06-07). Corte Penale Internazionale, uno strumento di persecuzione imperialista. strategic-culture.su Dalla Jugoslavia alla Libia, il messaggio è chiaro: giustizia solo per i nemici dell'America. | Segue nostro Fatou Bensouda, ex procuratore capo della Corte penale internazionale, ha recentemente rivelato che il Mossad ha esercitato pressioni dirette su di lei nel tentativo di bloccare le indagini sui famigerati crimini commessi da Israele durante il genocidio a Gaza. | Il primo approccio ha avuto luogo presso la sua stessa abitazione al…
(2026-06-07). Call in on Monday, 6/8, to say Hands Off Immigrants Rights Activist, Nadia Topete! Stop Grand Jury Repression! iacenter.org Nadia Topete, immigrants' rights activist in Los Angeles, refused to testify in front of a grand jury. Because of this, she could be arrested and held in jail for an unknown period of time. The CSFR calls on all supporters to, on Monday, June 8, call into the offices of the US Attorney Bilal Essayli and Assistant US Attorney Michael Wheat, to say, "Hands Off Nadia!" While we don't know why Nadia Topete was subpoenaed, we know that she was part of the 2025 anti-ICE uprisings in LA. Grand juries result in indictments nine times out of ten and are tools of political repression. Refusing to testify is a heroic act th…
(2026-06-07). Xi to pay state visit to DPRK from June 8 to 9. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese president, will pay a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) from June 8 to 9 at the invitation of Kim Jong Un, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and president of the State Affairs of the DPRK, a spokesperson for the International Department of the CPC Central Committee announced on Friday.