2025-05-11: News Headlines

Dalia Abu Ramadan (2025-05-11). How Much Longer Must Mothers in Gaza Fear Losing Their Children? truthout.org This spring, with hands overflowing with tenderness, Lolo Mando Al-Qishawi — a Palestinian mother living on Yaffa Street in the Al-Tuffah neighborhood in the eastern part of Gaza City — lovingly adorned her daughter in her Eid dress, her eyes reflecting the girl's pure, uncontainable joy. But soon, those same hands, trembling with heartbreak, had to strip away the colors of celebration… |

SKWAWKBOX (2025-05-11). US-Israel Gaza 'aid' plan is an ethnic cleansing scam. skwawkbox.org Israel is trying to have its PR cake while continuing to eat its genocidal Greater Israel expansion ambitions The US-Israel 'aid plan' that its supporters claim will end Israel's deliberate starvation of Gaza — which has put 300,000 children on the brink of death — is a sick, cynical scam designed to accelerate Israel's plan …

Staff (2025-05-11). 'Silenced Forever' — Gaza Child Singer Killed in Israeli Airstrike in Nuseirat. defenddemocracy.press By Palestine Chronicle Staff May 6, 2025 Hassan Ayyad was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Nuseirat. (Photo: via social media) "The child who sang of death has now joined those he mourned — his farewell was as noble as his words." A young Palestinian child, popular in Gaza for his beautiful voice, which captured …

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Israel kills 13, including children, amid dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza. aljazeera.com The Israeli government and military are preparing to launch a plan to expand the ground occupation of Gaza.

Caitlin Johnstone (2025-05-11). It Is Freakish And Insane How Our Society Averts Its Gaze From Gaza. thealtworld.com It can make you feel like you're going mad. How phony and superficial it all is. How we're a year and a half into history's first live-streamed genocide and our whole society is acting like everything's peachy. | We're murdering kids. We're starving them. We're dropping high tech military explosives on them. Blowing their limbs off. Ripping their guts out. Shooting them in the head. This isn't just being done by "Israel". It's being done by the entire western empire which backs these atrocities. | And yet if you turn on a TV you'll see famous people laughing and joking about nonsense, expressing political opinion…

greenleft.org.au (2025-05-11). Socialist candidate: 'The genocide in Gaza did not begin on October 7, 2023'. greenleft.org.au

Shokoofeh Rajabzadeh (2025-05-11). Film Review: 'The Encampments' is an inspiring call for liberation in response to the horror of genocide. mondoweiss.net The documentary film "The Encampments" shares the inspiring story of how students brought Columbia University to a standstill, and the issue of Palestine to millions around the world.

greenleft.org.au (2025-05-11). The ICJ, Israel and the Gaza blockade. greenleft.org.au

geo.tv (2025-05-11). Putin calls for direct Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul on May 15. geo.tv Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting with members of the Security Council via video link at the Novo-Ogaryovo state residence outside Moscow, Russia March 14, 2025. — Reuters MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for direct peace talks with Ukraine…

Editor (2025-05-11). Trump Halts Bombing of Yemen, Reportedly Under Saudi Pressure, and to Dismay of Israel. scheerpost.com By Juan Cole / Informed Comment Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Middle East Eye reports that Saudi Arabia pressured the Trump administration to cease bombing Yemen in advance of his planned trip to the Kingdom next week because such raids would be an embarrassment for him and his host. Trump said Tuesday that he was convinced that …

Staff (2025-05-11). Missile from Yemen Triggers Air Raid Sirens, Disrupts Air Traffic in Israel. defenddemocracy.press By Palestine Chronicle Staff May 9, 2025 A missile launched from Yemen triggered air raid sirens across Israel, while Ansarallah vows to continue operations against Israel in support of Gaza. Israeli media reported on Friday that a missile launched from Yemen was intercepted, causing air raid sirens to sound in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, and numerous other …

albawaba (2025-05-11). Does sara Netanyahu know more than we think. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on Sunday that U.S. President Donald Trump has no intention of recognizing a Palestinian state, dismissing reports of a diplomatic rift between the two leaders.Speaking before the Israeli Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, Netanyahu addressed recent media speculation about tensions with Washington. "I saw in the media that there's supposedly a rift between me and Trump," he said. "But the U.S. Ambassador to Tel Aviv, Mike Huckabee, has successfully stirred the conversation."Netanyahu went on to clarify the nature of his relationshi…

Dave DeCamp (2025-05-11). Pope Leo XIV Calls for Peace in Gaza, End to Israeli Blockade on Aid. news.antiwar.com Pope Leo XIV called for a ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the Israeli blockade of aid on Sunday in his first Sunday blessing since being elected pontiff last week. "I am deeply pained by what is happening [in Gaza," Leo said from the loggia of St. Peter's Basilica. "Let the fighting cease immediately, let …

ICRC (2025-05-11). Israel and the occupied territories: After two months of aid blockage, humanitarian response in Gaza on verge of total collapse. icrc.org

Chen Maanit (2025-05-11). Israeli lawmaker fails to appear for police questioning for outing Shin Bet staffer. haaretz.com Tally Gotliv, who said she would refuse to take part in 'the circus of persecution of right-wing people,' had disclosed that a leading anti-government protester's husband works for the Shin Bet security service. The Israeli prosecutor's office is now mulling a pre-indictment hearing…

Jonathan Lis (2025-05-11). Israel recovers body of soldier killed in 1982 Lebanon war, Netanyahu says. haaretz.com Feldman's body was found in Syria 43 years after he fell in the first Lebanon war. The families of hostages currently being held in Gaza said that 'We cannot allow ourselves as a society to accept a reality where families wait more than 40 years to be reunited with their loved ones'…

Liza Rozovsky (2025-05-11). Hamas says it will release Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander from Gaza captivity. haaretz.com Hours after reports of direct U.S. talks, Hamas said it plans to release Alexander to signal its willingness to end the war. The White House said it requested the return of the bodies of four other American-Israeli hostages still in Gaza…

newarab (2025-05-11). Hamas to release US-Israeli captive as part of direct Gaza talks. newarab.com Hamas said it would release a "Israeli soldier Edan Alexander, a dual US national, will be released as part of efforts towards a ceasefire" and the reopening of aid crossings, the Palestinian group said in a statement. | The family of 21-year-old Alexander said they had been informed that he might be released "in the coming days". | Earlier, two Hamas o…

geo.tv (2025-05-11). Trump ready to help Pakistan, India resolve Kashmir dispute after days of tension. geo.tv US President Donald Trump sits inside the Oval Office of the White House, in Washington, DC, May 9, 2025. — ReutersRelief in border towns on Sunday morning as ceasefire holds.President Trump pledges increased trade, Kashmir solution.Ceasefire reached after US diplomacy and…

Alternative Viewpoint (2025-05-11). Say no to war! Forge class unity from below! cadtm.org The Indian government has stated that in the early hours of May 7th, the Indian armed forces commenced 'Operation Sindoor', characterised as a "focused, measured, and non-escalatory" strike aimed at targeting "terrorist infrastructure" in Pakistan, including areas of Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The alleged purpose of this operation was to seek retribution for the terror attacks that occurred in Pahalgam, Kashmir, on April 22, 2025. Alternative Viewpoint strongly condemns the military (…) | – | / |

Arshad Mehmood (2025-05-11). Analysis: Trump-brokered India-Pakistan Ceasefire Welcomed; Experts Warn Kashmir Needs Long-term Solution. themedialine.org

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Trump offers to work with India, Pakistan on Kashmir 'solution'. aljazeera.com US president offers to mediate between nuclear-armed neighbours days after his administration helps broker a ceasefire.

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Thousands of Kashmiris remain displaced despite India-Pakistan ceasefire. aljazeera.com India-Pakistan ceasefire brings relief, but many who fled Kashmir fighting remain fearful of returning home.

hindustantimes (2025-05-11). After Houthis, US Now Bends the Knee to Hamas? Israel's Gaza Demands Torched in Shock Betrayal. hindustantimes.com The United States has reportedly rejected a key Israeli demand in the ceasefire deal. According to a report by Qatari newspaper al-Araby al-Jadeed, US officials declined Israeli demand to disarm Hamas until a deal to end the war is reached. Washington also believes that Israeli demand to expel all members of Hamas's militants is unrealistic. The report also added that the US does not believe Israel's plan to use more military force to release the remaining hostages will work. Watch this video to know more.

ICRC (2025-05-11). Gaza: Common kitchens feed thousands as food stocks dwindle. icrc.org Inside Gaza's common kitchens is a man who refuses to look away…

The Independent (2025-05-11). Pope Leo XIV issues an appeal for an end to conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza. independent.co.ug Vatican, Italy | VATICAN NEWS | Pope Leo XIV appeared at the window of the Apostolic Palace for his first ever Regina Coeli address on Sunday the 11th of May. Addressing the faithful gathered in St Peter's Square and countless others following from around the world he echoed the cry for peace of his predecessor, …

albawaba (2025-05-11). US and Hamas hold advanced negotiations over Gaza. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In order to achieve a truce in the Gaza Strip and make it easier for humanitarian supplies to enter, Hamas is engaged in direct and advanced talks with the U.S. administration, a senior Hamas official acknowledged on Sunday. According to reports, the negotiations have been going on for a few days.The talks center on resolving the humanitarian situation in the besieged area and bringing an end to the conflict, which is currently in its twentieth month, the official told Al Jazeera.A senior Palestinian source also told Reuters that the goal of the talks with the United States is to put a stop to the figh…

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Pope Leo XIV calls for Gaza ceasefire in first Sunday message. aljazeera.com The new pope used phrases favoured by his predecessor, Francis, to call for an end to wars around the world.

Chaim Levinson (2025-05-11). Mideast trip to focus on three flashpoint issues that could spark clashes with Netanyahu. haaretz.com In the best-case scenario, he will present a plan backed by Arab states to end the war without Hamas in power and with the immediate release of hostages. In the worst-case scenario, he presents nothing, or the proposal gets rejected, Trump loses interest, and the war in Gaza goes on without end…

Ofer Aderet (2025-05-11). For this historian, abandonment of the hostages echoes the Holocaust. haaretz.com Chana Yablonka, a historian and the daughter of a Holocaust survivor, looks at the country and laments the loss of mutual responsibility on which she was raised. 'Dreams about what happens to the hostages when the IDF enters Gaza wake me up at night'…

Rachel Fink (2025-05-11). abyss is but the Peace Summit proved Israel has a peace camp. haaretz.com At the Jerusalem Peace Summit this weekend, most speakers did not shy away from the vastly higher Palestinian death toll of the Gaza war, as over 5,000 Israelis and Palestinians came together demanding an end to the bloodshed…

Rawan Suleiman (2025-05-11). Hamas in talks with U.S. over Gaza cease-fire and entry of aid, Palestinian official says. haaretz.com 'If an agreement is reached on current proposals, it is likely to be announced within 48 hours,' a Hamas official told the London-based Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper…

Staff (2025-05-11). Hamas official: American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander set to be released Monday at noon. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Israeli forces recover body of soldier killed in 1982 Lebanon war from Syria ‚ñ GAZA: 19 Palestinians killed, 81 wounded in Gaza in 24 hours, Hamas-run Health Ministry says ‚ñ OMAN: U.S.-Iran conclude fourth round of nuclear talks…

Staff (2025-05-11). Trump may announce Gaza cease-fire plan during Mideast visit, Gulf sources say. haaretz.com President Trump is frustrated with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent policies in Gaza, NBC reported. Netanyahu has taken issue with the new Houthi deal and public statements on Iran's nuclear program…

Yasmin Levy (2025-05-11). Israeli news should stop censoring Hamas videos to appease families. haaretz.com The response from Israeli TV channels and news websites reveals a tragic absurdity: the gap between reality and news coverage is growing, much like the ground offensive in Gaza…

newarab (2025-05-11). Gaza's health ministry warns of rising blindness cases. newarab.com

newarab (2025-05-11). Gazans reject new US-Israeli food distribution scheme. newarab.com A new Unveiled last week by

newarab (2025-05-11). Scots musician releases song protesting Israel crimes in Gaza. newarab.com

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Turkish student Rumeysa Ozturk says she will continue to pursue her case. aljazeera.com Student freed from US detention after writing Gaza opinion piece says she has 'faith in American system of justice'.

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Pope Leo XIV 'deeply saddened' by Gaza, calls for aid and a ceasefire. aljazeera.com In his first Sunday address, Pope Leo XIV has appealed to world powers for 'no more war.'…

Saeed Minhas (2025-05-11). Trump's Riyadh Gamble: Gaza Stalls Saudi-Israel Dream. thinktank.pk As U.S. President Donald Trump prepares for his high-profile visit to Riyadh in May, 2025, the stakes are monumental. Greeted with Saudi Arabia's signature opulence—gilded palaces, ceremonial grandeur, and promises of $1 trillion in investments—Trump's agenda is overshadowed by a persistent obstacle: the elusive goal of Saudi-Israel normalization. The ongoing war in Gaza, now 18 …

The Media Line Staff (2025-05-11). Abbas Meets Putin in Moscow, Calls for Ceasefire and End to Gaza Blockade. themedialine.org

Maayan Hoffman (2025-05-11). Emotional Impact of Gaza War Still Drives Surge in American Jewish Engagement. themedialine.org

Dave DeCamp (2025-05-11). Israeli Strikes on Gaza Kill 68 Palestinians Over Three Days. news.antiwar.com Israeli attacks on Gaza have killed at least 68 Palestinians and wounded 290 over the past three days, according to daily death toll updates released by Gaza's Health Ministry. In that same time period, at least two bodies of Palestinians killed by previous attacks were recovered from the rubble. "There are still a number of …

Angela (2025-05-11). Thursday 5/15: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org

ICRC (2025-05-11). The Red Cross Field Hospital one year on: A lifeline and a stark reminder in Gaza. icrc.org

Editor (2025-05-11). A Day in the Life Hunting for Food and Water During the Gaza Famine. scheerpost.com

newarab (2025-05-11). Eurovision Song Contest week kicks off with pro-Palestine demos. newarab.com The Swiss city is hosting the 69th edition of the world's biggest annual live televised music event, reaching around 160 million viewers. | Organisers said tens of thousands of spectators took to the streets to welcome the 37 artists representing the competing countries. | Europop beats, dramatic staging and e…

greenleft.org.au (2025-05-11). Pro-Palestine protesters: 'Starvation is a weapon of war'. greenleft.org.au

Shay Ringel (2025-05-11). Israeli Eurovision delegation met with pro-Palestinian protest and threats at opening event. haaretz.com As protesters called to boycott Israel, one demonstrator threatened singer Yuval Raphael at the turquoise carpet event, prompting a police complaint…

bdsmovement.net (2025-05-11). All Out May 15. bdsmovement.net Nakba 77: Palestinians call for a global day of action.

Staff (2025-05-11). 15 mai : commémorons la Nakba ! Pour la libération de Georges Ibrahim Abdallah ! Contre la répression du mouvement pour la libération palestinienne ! defenddemocracy.press May 5, 2025 Le 15 mai 1948, le colonialisme sioniste a commis l'un des crimes les plus marquants de l'histoire du peuple palestinien : La Nakba, la grande catastrophe du peuple palestinien. 800 000 palestiniens sont chassés de chez eux à coups de massacres, de viols et de terreur. Mais la Nakba n'est pas seulement …

Youth Front for Palestine (2025-05-11). Why higher education must boycott Tel-Aviv University. mondoweiss.net Since its establishment, Tel-Aviv University has functioned as an arm of Israel's settler colonial project. As calls for university divestment continue to grow, we must also demand that schools cut ties with institutions contributing to war crimes.

Angela (2025-05-11). Friday 5/16: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org

Angela (2025-05-11). Friday 5/16: Webinar: Palestine Solidarity Announcements. indybay.org

Jason Ditz (2025-05-11). Israel Shifting to Bunker-Busting Bombs as Strikes on Lebanon Escalate. news.antiwar.com Since the ceasefire began in late November, Israel has carried out enormous numbers of airstrikes against southern Lebanon. The strikes have continued in recent days, but there are signs of even further escalation as bunker-buster bombs are increasing utilized. Major attacks on the outskirts of Nabatieh last week reportedly included a number of such high-intensity …

The Media Line Staff (2025-05-11). Syria Battles Uncontrolled Forest Fires in Coastal Mountains. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2025-05-11). Trump To Meet Abbas, Syrian President in Saudi Arabia During Regional Diplomatic Push. themedialine.org

Strike Debt Bay Area (2025-05-11). Saturday 6/7: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: "The New Possible: Visions of Our World Beyond Crisis" indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!

NEOB (2025-05-11). 2025 Child Protection Month: Let's root out child abuse together. sanews.gov.za 2025 Child Protection Month: Let's root out child abuse together | The Department of Social Development (DSD) has launched a nationwide child protection programme to combat child abuse, following alarming statistics revealing that more than 26 000 cases of child abuse and neglect were reported in the 2024/25 financial year. | DSD Minister Sisisi Tolashe launched the 2025 Child Protection Month and 365 Days child protection programme, aimed at curbing violence against children, in Thaba Nchu in the Free State on Sunday afternoon. | "This is the continuation of the work done in previous years, however with vigour a…

Editor (2025-05-11). People's Assembly for Housing Justice. socialistproject.ca On Friday, April 25, tenants, housing advocates, and grassroots organizers gathered at 163 Queen Street East for the launch of the People's Assembly for Housing Justice — a two-day event calling for collective action in the face of Toronto's housing crisis. | Hosted by a coalition of local groups including

Maxime Perriot (2025-05-11). Argentina: Examples and alternatives for understanding the debt crisis in the South [Part 5]. cadtm.org When it comes to the IMF's influence on the countries of the Global South, Argentina is a must. During Juan Domingo Perón's presidency, Argentina initially declined to join the IMF and World Bank, but eventually did so in 1956 during the "Liberating Revolution" dictatorship. Since then, successive Argentine governments have signed 22 agreements with the International Monetary Fund.
Spotlight on Argentina: the IMF's favourite prey
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ICRC (2025-05-11). Yemen: ICRC responds to deadly attack on Sa'ada Prison, urges for protection of civilians amidst worsening humanitarian crisis. icrc.org

Maxime Perriot (2025-05-11). Sub-Saharan Africa and Sri Lanka: Examples for understanding the debt crisis in the South [Part 4]. cadtm.org

newarab (2025-05-11). India and Pakistan ceasefire shaken by overnight border fighting. newarab.com

geo.tv (2025-05-11). What prompted US to broker Pakistan-India ceasefire. geo.tv Vice President of the US JD Vance and President of the US Donald Trump converse during the inauguration ceremonies in the Rotunda of the US Capitol on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. — ReutersAmid escalating tensions between the two nuclear-armed countries, US Vice President…

geo.tv (2025-05-11). Iran, US hold fresh nuclear talks as enrichment concerns grow. geo.tv Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks to the media during a book signing event in Muscat last month — AFPIran, US hold fourth round of talks in Muscat.Trump's major Gulf trip begins next week.Tehran says no compromise on nuclear rights. | Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy speaks at a press conference after bilateral talks with the Swiss delegation, on Monday, January 15, 2024, — ReutersKYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday said that he expects Moscow to commit to a 30-day ceasefire s…

hindustantimes (2025-05-11). BLA Drops Explosive Truth for India, Exposes Pakistan's Lies Amid Ceasefire | BLA Bombs Pak Army. hindustantimes.com The Baloch Liberation Army has rocked Pakistan with 39 coordinated attacks, seizing Mangochar city and targeting police, military convoys, and highways. Rejecting claims of being a foreign proxy, the BLA declared, "We are a dynamic and decisive party," and warned India not to trust Pakistan's "false promises." As Balochistan's fighters intensify their campaign for independence, the region faces a new wave of insurgency and calls for global action against Islamabad's "terrorist state."

Staff (2025-05-11). India and Pakistan accuse each other of violating ceasefire hours after reaching deal. defenddemocracy.press By RIAZAT BUTT, AIJAZ HUSSAIN * and RAJESH ROY** May 11, 2025 ISLAMABAD (AP) — India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire Saturday after U.S.-led talks to end the most serious military confrontation between the nuclear-armed rivals in decades but accused each other of violating the deal just hours later. The ceasefire had been expected to bring a swift end …

albawaba (2025-05-11). Will Putin show up? Zelensky awaits him in Turkey. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared on Sunday that he expects a full and permanent ceasefire to take effect starting Monday, laying the groundwork for renewed diplomatic efforts. He also confirmed his intention to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Turkey on Thursday."We anticipate a complete and lasting ceasefire beginning tomorrow to enable serious diplomacy," Zelensky said in a statement. "There is no reason to delay the end of the bloodshed. I will be waiting for President Putin in Turkey this Thursday, and I hope the Russians won't search for new excuses to avoid the m…

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Fragile truce holds between India, Pakistan after days of fierce exchanges. aljazeera.com Ceasefire halts conflict that was spiralling towards a full-scale war.

Wasim Qadri (2025-05-11). How Trump Saves South Asia from Nuclear Doom! thinktank.pk In a world teetering on the brink of annihilation, one man stood tall to pull South Asia back from the abyss. President Donald J. Trump, with his unparalleled diplomatic acumen, orchestrated a historic ceasefire between nuclear-armed rivals India and Pakistan in May 2025, averting a catastrophic nuclear war that could have claimed billions of lives. …

greenleft.org.au (2025-05-11). Abortion access bill passes NSW upper house. greenleft.org.au

Editor (2025-05-11). Time For All Anti-Imperialists And Justice Loving People To Defend Burkina Faso. scheerpost.com By Black Alliance For Peace Africa Team, Black Agenda Report / Popular Resistance The Black Alliance for Peace demands an end to U.S. and Western interference in Burkina Faso. The rejection of neocolonial policies in the Sahel, and a stance affirming Africans' rights to sovereignty. It is no surprise to the Black Alliance for Peace's (BAP) …

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Is due process different for undocumented immigrants as Trump claims? aljazeera.com The US Constitution ensures all immigrants have due process, but rights depend on legal status and time spent in the US.

Guest Blogger (2025-05-11). Sec. Chris Wright Is Right to Be a Climate Realist, Colorado Public Radio. wattsupwiththat.com Much to the consternation of climate alarmist media, Wright seems to have a good grasp of the issues and is working in his capacity as Secretary of Energy to enact policies not driven by the misplaced and unwarranted fear that humans are causing catastrophic climate change. Instead, Wright is working to advance U.S. and global prosperity on the basis of a factual assessment of energy and climate change realities. Colorado Public Radio should be applauded for publishing Wrights views without much slant.

newarab (2025-05-11). Egypt's 'death penalty judge' dies following cancer battle. newarab.com An Shaaban al-Shami, the former chief judge of the Cairo Criminal Court, was pronounced dead on Sunday following a battle with cancer. | Among those he sentenced was Egypt's first democratically elected president, Al-Shami was one of the most prominent jud…

Amir Tibon (2025-05-11). Forget the frantic rumors. what really matters ahead of Mideast trip. haaretz.com The more important thing to pay attention to is the undeniable rift between Israel and the Gulf states, who were not long ago considered the Jewish state's real strategic allies in the Middle East. This represents a real, growing frustration with Netanyahu and his extremist government…

Josh Breiner (2025-05-11). Israel Police investigate Netanyahu confidant over suspected blackmail of Likud cabinet ministers. haaretz.com 'An aggressive wheeler-dealer who's trying to run the country according to his personal interests': The three cabinet members, all of whom hail from Netanyahu's Likud party, refuse to file a police complaint against Likud activist and far-right radio host Jacob Bardugo…

Noa Shpigel (2025-05-11). Israeli ultra-Orthodox parties vow to continue bills boycott, citing delay in draft exemption bill. haaretz.com The move follows the Israeli army's announcement that it needs 12,000 additional soldiers, including 7,000 combat troops. Haredi parties began to understand that Netanyahu had no solution, sources told Haaretz…

Yael Freidson (2025-05-11). Israeli court reverses restraining order banning protester from tracking Sara Netanyahu. haaretz.com An Israeli district court judge says the order barring protester Nava Rozolio from tracking Sara Netanyahu was too vague, noting she 'cannot know what she is actually forbidden from doing,' and warning it risks 'excessive enforcement' of political protest…

Friends of the Mountain View Library (2025-05-11). Tuesday 6/24: Votes For Women: A History of Women's Suffrage in Mountain View (lecture/talk). indybay.org Mountain View Public Library – 1st Floor Program Room | 585 Franklin Street | Mountain View, CA 94041…

greenleft.org.au (2025-05-11). Election 2025: Voters reject 'Trump-lite', but will Labor deliver? greenleft.org.au

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Is Pope Leo XIV, the first US-born pontiff, a registered Republican? aljazeera.com Leo XIV, the first American pope, voted in past Republican primaries but is not formally registered with any party.

newarab (2025-05-11). Iran says nuclear talks were 'difficult but useful'. newarab.com Iran and the United States wrapped up This was the fourth round of talks that began nearly a month ago, marking the highest-level contact between the two foes since Washington withdrew in 2018 from a landmark nuclear deal, during President Donald Trump's first term. | Both sides had reported progress in the previous three rounds, and on Sunday Iran said the meetin…

newarab (2025-05-11). Iran warns European powers against 'strategy of confrontation'. newarab.com Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned European powers against a "strategy of confrontation" over French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said in late April that France, along with Germany and Britain, "will not hesitate for a single second to reapply all the sanctions" scrapped a decade ago if European security is threatened by Iran's nuclear activities. | "This strategy of confrontation risks provoking a global…

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Iran says fourth round of 'difficult' nuclear talks with US ends in Oman. aljazeera.com Foreign minister says civilian enrichment cannot be subjected to any deal as Tehran and Washington set for more talks.

Steven Ganot (2025-05-11). US and Iran Resume Nuclear Talks in Oman Ahead of Trump's Middle East Trip. themedialine.org

Staff (2025-05-11). Putin Proposes Peace Talks With Ukraine on May 15 in Istanbul Without Any Preconditions. defenddemocracy.press May 11, 2025 Russia offers Ukraine to resume direct talks on May 15 in Istanbul, Russian President Vladimir Putin said. President Vladimir Putin is delivering a key statement, concluding four days of high-level talks with world leaders gathered in Moscow for the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany's defeat. The Kremlin-confirmed address comes as international attention …

ICRC (2025-05-11). Russia-Ukraine international armed conflict: "The prospect of peace remains elusive for civilians who continue to face the horrors of conflict" icrc.org

newarab (2025-05-11). Israel court rejects plea to block mass demolitions in West Bank. newarab.com

Adrian Hennigan (2025-05-11). films are a love letter to the Israel that I believe in, the Israel I want to. haaretz.com As streaming platform Izzy showcases Dani Menkin's 10 films through mid-June, the Israeli filmmaker steps back to ruminate on pivoting between genres, the universal appeal of sports stories and why he's not making an October 7 film any time soon…

Eitay Mack (2025-05-11). After Meta won a $168M battle against NSO, are we now safe from Israeli spyware? haaretz.com Investigations show that NSO's Pegasus system is used to hack and monitor journalists and civil society actors. Will WhatsApp's win change Israel's defense industry's behavior?

Josh Breiner (2025-05-11). Israel Police summon minister, lawmakers for questioning over Sde Teiman army base break-in. haaretz.com Heritage Minister Amichay Eliyahu and Knesset members Nissim Vaturi and Tzvi Succot were called in nine months after the incident at Sde Teiman. National Security Minister Ben-Gvir called it 'another classic [case of] selective enforcement by the deep state'…

Linda Dayan (2025-05-11). At the Lehi Museum, most controversial pre-state militia lives on. haaretz.com In most parts of Israel, Lehi is remembered for championing violence and assassinating British authorities. The two-story Lehi Museum in Tel Aviv memorializes the militia and recounts its thorny history from the perspective of its former fighters…

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Israel attacks Yemen's Hodeidah, striking port areas. aljazeera.com Israel has previously bombed Hodeidah and Sanaa airport; Houthi missile targetd Ben Gurion airport in Tel Aviv…

Steven Ganot (2025-05-11). Affirms Israel's Credit Rating at A, Keeps Negative Outlook Over Regional Conflict, Tariffs. themedialine.org

Mariam Jooma Çarikci, Patrick Bond (2025-05-11). BRICS nations and Israel: Hype, Hope and Helplessness. cadtm.org

newarab (2025-05-11). Iran—US nuclear talks resume amid mistrust and rising tension. newarab.com

geo.tv (2025-05-11). Iran, US to resume nuclear talks amid clashing red lines. geo.tv Iran's and US' flags are seen printed on paper in this illustration taken on January 27, 2022. —ReutersIran, US to hold fourth round of talks in Muscat.Trump's trip to the Middle East will start on May 13.Top negotiator Witkoff says US red line is 'no enrichment'. | US President Donald Trump looks on as he gives remarks outside the West Wing at the White House in Washington, DC, US, May 8, 2025. — ReutersUS President Donald Trump hailed early Sunday a "total reset" in US-China trade relations following the first d…

Eric Worrall (2025-05-11). Microsoft: We Need AI Save the World with Nuclear Fusion. wattsupwiththat.com

ICRC (2025-05-11). We must not only remember the past but learn from it and take urgent action to prevent the unspeakable from happening again. icrc.org

Scott Ritter (2025-05-11). Putin's Peace Talks Push Forces Zelensky to Either 'Put Up or Shut Up'. thealtworld.com

A A (2025-05-11). Il magro bilancio della campagna militare Usa in Yemen. strategic-culture.su Donald Trump ha annunciato la resa degli Houthi in Yemen, ma è vero? | Segue nostro Il presidente Donald Trump ha

ICRC (2025-05-11). Myanmar: One month on, earthquake survivors face continuing challenges. icrc.org

geo.tv (2025-05-11). Bangladesh bans ousted PM's Awami League party. geo.tv Activists of the Anti-Discriminatory Student Movement gather at the University of Dhaka's Teacher Student Center , demanding the capital punishment for Bangladeshi former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for the deaths of students during anti-quota protests, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, August 13,…

newarab (2025-05-11). Trump to 'accept' luxury jet from Qataris as Air Force One. newarab.com ABC News reported that Trump will use the plane as a new version of Air Force One until shortly before he leaves office in January 2029, when ownership will be transferred t…

newarab (2025-05-11). Sudan says may halt South Sudan oil exports after RSF attacks. newarab.com

newarab (2025-05-11). Thousands of Port Sudan residents flee as RSF drones target city. newarab.com The The relentless strikes have targeted both military and civilian sites, including the international airport, fuel depots, the power station, and Homes and hotels have also been hit, causing panic among residents, thousands of whom have fled areas…

newarab (2025-05-11). Taliban govt suspends chess in Afghanistan over gambling. newarab.com Taliban authorities have barred chess across Afghanistan until further notice over concerns it is a source of gambling, which is illegal under the government's morality law, a sports official said on Sunday. | The Taliban government has steadily imposed laws and regulations that reflect its "Chess in sharia (Islamic law) is considered a means of gambling," which is prohibited according to the Propagation of Virtue and Prevention of Vice law announced last…

newarab (2025-05-11). At least three die, including two children, in Libya-Italy crossing. newarab.com At least three people have died, including two children aged 3 and 4, in a Mediterranean sea crossing from Libya to Italy, a German sea rescue charity said on Sunday, adding that it had rescued 59 survivors. | The migrants were intercepted on Saturday on a rubber boat floating adrift south of the Italian island of Lampedusa that had been spotted by a surveillance aircraft of the EU border agency Frontex. | "By the time (we) reached the rubber boat at around 4.30pm (1430 GMT), it was too late to help some of the people," the RESQSHIP charity said in a statement. | "Two bodies of infants aged 3 and 4 were handed…

newarab (2025-05-11). Saudi Aramco net profits drop 4.6 percent in first quarter. newarab.com Oil giant Saudi Aramco on Sunday reported a drop of 4.6 percent in its first-quarter net profits as lower sales and higher operating costs hit the lynchpin of the kingdom's ambitious economic reform plans. | Profits fell due to "lower revenue and other income related to sales as well as higher operating costs", read a statement published by the Saudi stock exchange. | "Global trade dynamics affected energy markets in the first quarter of 2025, with economic uncertainty impacting oil prices," said Aramco president Amin H. Nasser in a separate statement. | Net income for the first quarter of the year came in at…

newarab (2025-05-11). Arnold eager to steer Iraq to 2026 FIFA World Cup. newarab.com Graham Arnold is confident he can help Iraq qualify for the World Cup finals for the first time in 40 years after he was appointed as the country's national coach on Friday. | Asked whether Iraq can make the cut for the 2026 tournament which will be co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the U.S., the Australian told the federation's website: "That's my goal. | "That's what I want to do. I haven't come here to not be successful, and everyone in this room has to believe that. We can do it. | Iraq's only appearance at the tournament was in 1986, when they were eliminated after the group phase. | Arnold replaced Spaniar…

newarab (2025-05-11). Fires at key Sudan fuel depot 'fully contained': civil defence. newarab.com Sudan's civil defence forces said on Sunday they had "fully contained" fires that erupted at the main fuel depot and other strategic sites in Port Sudan – the seat of the army-backed government In a statement posted on the force's Facebook page, civil defence director Osman Atta said the fires – involving "large quantities of petroleum reserves" – were brought under control following an intensive operation using "foam materials" and a "m…

geo.tv (2025-05-11). US, China conclude first day of Geneva talks after Trump tariffs. geo.tv US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer attend a bilateral meeting between Switzerland and the United States, in Geneva, Switzerland, May 9, 2025. — ReutersBoth sides signal cautious willingness to ease trade tensions.Talks…

geo.tv (2025-05-11). Bus carrying pilgrims crashes killing 15 in Sri Lanka. geo.tv The image shows buses parked at a bus station in Sri Lanka. — AFP/FileCOLOMBO: An overcrowded bus carrying dozens of Buddhist pilgrims crashed into a precipice in Sri Lanka on Sunday, killing 15 and injuring at least 30, local police said.Among the worst road accidents in…

greenleft.org.au (2025-05-11). 77 years of Nakba: Join protests and commemorations. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-05-11). CFMEU, MUA and NSW nurses, midwives and doctors march on May Day. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-05-11). Gomeroi, unions and MPs protest Santos' Pilliga gas project. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-05-11). 'Leaving no one behind' means raising welfare payments. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-05-11). Neoliberal highway to public housing hell. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-05-11). Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre demands Ashley Youth Detention be closed immediately. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-05-11). Vale Tracy Sorensen: Academic, author and all-round creative human. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2025-05-11). Green Left Show A socialist take on the federal election result. greenleft.org.au

ICRC (2025-05-11). The challenge of access to maternal health care for women in the Central African Republic. icrc.org Photographs by Hugh Kinsella Cunningham, winner of the 14th ICRC Humanitarian Visa d'Or award.

ICRC (2025-05-11). Joint Statement from ICRC President and IFRC President to mark World Red Cross Red Crescent Day. icrc.org "Every attack on a humanitarian is an attack on the community they served."

NCMDAFGS (2025-05-11). Saturday 6/7: Orange: Annual End Gun Violence Golden Gate Bridge March 2025. indybay.org Golden Gate Bridge: | Meet at H. Dana Bowers Memorial Vista Point (Highway 1 on north side of bridge), Sausalito, CA 94965, then march to San Francisco side of bridge…

The Independent (2025-05-11). EAC central banks project 5.8% regional economic growth in 2025. independent.co.ug NAIROBI, | Xinhua | Central banks of the East African Community (EAC) member states on Friday projected regional economic growth at 5.8 percent in 2025. Kamau Thugge, governor of the Central Bank of Kenya and chairperson of the EAC Monetary Affairs Committee, said the growth outlook will be supported by continued strong performance in the …

The Independent (2025-05-11). Focus turns to Kilembe as report warns of looming global copper crunch. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A looming copper shortfall could stall the world's shift to clean energy and digital infrastructure, warns UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in its latest Global Trade Update this week. The global copper industry is entering a pivotal phase — one not only requiring more production, but also smarter, more inclusive and …

The Independent (2025-05-11). Padiha Town Council LCI executive member killed. independent.co.ug ZOMBO, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Unidentified people have killed a prominent elder, Nason Ocokuru, 50, who doubled as an executive member of the LCI in Coramara Cell, Paidha town council, Zombo district. Ocokuru's body was discovered in a pool of blood near Zingili stream in Macwere cell, Omua Ward, on Saturday. It is believed …

The Independent (2025-05-11). Pope Leo XIV: Church must respond to digital revolution. independent.co.ug In his first address to the College of Cardinals, Pope Leo XIV invokes the legacy of both Pope Francis and Pope Leo XIII, saying that he wants the Church to "respond to a new industrial revolution and to the development of artificial intelligence." Vatican, Italy | VATICAN NEWS | In his first formal address to …

The Independent (2025-05-11). UBOS to conduct national aquaculture census. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) is scheduled to conduct the first-ever national census in the Aquaculture subsector, Lawrence Kimbowa, the Senior Public Relations Officer at UBOS, states that, together with the teams from the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF), they are setting out to …

The Independent (2025-05-11). UPDF to retire 58-year-old Lt Gen Elwelu. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The former Deputy Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Lieutenant General Peter Elwelu, has welcomed the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) leadership's decision to send him for early retirement. Lt Gen Elwelu is among the 1300 top, middle and lower military career personnel set to be retired from the army …

via SJP Santa Cruz (2025-05-11). Thursday 5/15: Nakba Day Procession & Vigil. indybay.org Santa Cruz Clocktower, Pacific Ave & Water St, Santa Cruz…

NEOB (2025-05-11). President Ramaphosa to visit Cà¥te d'Ivoire. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa to visit Cà¥te d'Ivoire | President Cyril Ramaphosa will undertake a working visit to the Republic of Cà¥te d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast). | The President will be accompanied by Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe and Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa. | According to the Presidency, the visit centres on the 12th edition of the Africa CEO Forum, scheduled to be held on Monday and Tuesday. | The forum serves as a platform for multinational CEOs on the continent, investors and government leaders to gather and conduct high-level meetings on innov…

NEOB (2025-05-11). Nine killed in Empangeni crash. sanews.gov.za Nine killed in Empangeni crash | Some nine people have died in KwaZulu-Natal following a crash between a truck and a passenger van. | The crash occurred early on Sunday morning in Empangeni. | KZN MEC for Transport and Human Settlements Siboniso Duma described the incident as "horrific". | "On this Mother's Day, around 06h47, I received a report from our highly dedicated team from the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI) informing me about a horrific accident that claimed the lives of nine people, mostly mothers. | "According to a preliminary report, this accident, which happened along the N2 northbound after Mthunzin…

NEOB (2025-05-11). Police keep fans safe at Soweto Derby. sanews.gov.za Police keep fans safe at Soweto Derby | At least five people have been arrested for different infringements during safety operations at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) where the Nedbank Cup Final between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates was held. | Leading up to the match, security concerns were raised after reports that some fans without tickets would attempt to storm the stadium. | "The planning team put the necessary deployments in place, and the execution of such plans was second to none. On the day of the match, five suspects were arrested for different infringements of the law. | "Two susp…

NEOB (2025-05-11). Restrict animal movement as Foot and Mouth Disease spreads. sanews.gov.za Restrict animal movement as Foot and Mouth Disease spreads | The Department of Agriculture has urged all farmers to limit or eliminate the movement of animals in the country following the spread of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) to Mpumalanga and Gauteng. | The disease was first reported in KwaZulu-Natal. | "Two new cases, outside of KZN, have been confirmed. One farm in Mpumalanga, which was identified as part of trace-forward exercises, from a positive auction in Utrecht, KwaZulu Natal. Although these animals showed no clinical signs of disease, further investigation has confirmed that the virus has spread to adj…

NEOB (2025-05-11). South Africa engages USA on resettlement concerns. sanews.gov.za South Africa engages USA on resettlement concerns | The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has engaged its United States of America (USA) counterparts on the resettlement of South Africans claiming refugee status in that country. | This follows reports that the US is preparing to fly at least 50 Afrikaaner South Africans to the US as early as this coming week. | In a statement, DIRCO revealed that Deputy Minister Alvin Botes on Friday held a cordial discussion and raised concern with US Deputy Secretary of State, Christopher Landau, in this regard. | DIRCO noted the internationally reco…

NEOB (2025-05-11). Government-Business Partnership focuses on jobs, economic growth. sanews.gov.za Government-Business Partnership focuses on jobs, economic growth | The Government and Business Partnership has committed to working closely over the next three months to accelerate the implementation of key reforms and priority initiatives aimed at driving economic growth and job creation. | In a statement from the Presidency following a meeting of the partnership, led by President Cyril Ramaphosa, the need for expediting reforms and performance improvement was underscored. | "[This] is crucial to reducing the possible negative impact of the complex global and domestic environment, which continues to present subs…

NEOB (2025-05-11). Omotoso faces contravention of Immigration Act charges. sanews.gov.za Omotoso faces contravention of Immigration Act charges | The Department of Home Affairs has confirmed the arrest of controversial televangelist, Timothy Omotoso, in East London on Saturday. | This after Omotoso and his co-accused, Lusanda Solani and Zukiswa Sitho, were acquitted by the Gqeberha High Court of 32 serious charges, including allegations of rape, racketeering and human trafficking. | "[Omotoso's] arrest follows the decision of the Minister of Home Affairs [Leon Schreiber] to reject the application submitted by Omotoso in terms of section 8(7) of the Immigration Act, which sought to overturn the earlie…

NEOB (2025-05-11). Africa Travel Indaba the 'pride of African tourism'. sanews.gov.za Africa Travel Indaba the 'pride of African tourism' | Some 1300 exhibitors and 1200 buyers from 55 countries will grace this year's Africa Travel Indaba. | The indaba is being hosted in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, under the theme: "Unlimited Africa". It will kick off on Monday, 12 May. | Speaking at the second G20 Tourism Working Group meeting held in Durban on Sunday, Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille described the indaba as the pride of tourism on the continent. | "In May every year, Durban and KwaZulu-Natal are the host city and province to the biggest showcase of Africa's tourism excellence. Africa's Travel Indab…

NEOB (2025-05-11). G20 Presidency: Africa is ready. sanews.gov.za G20 Presidency: Africa is ready | South Africa's Presidency of the Group of 20 (G20) is a "defining moment" not only for the country but for the entire African continent. | This is according to Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille, who was delivering remarks during the opening of the "South Africa's very proud to host the G20 for the first time on African soil. It's a defining moment for South Africa and for the rest of the c…

SKWAWKBOX (2025-05-11). US gives refugee status to white South Africans while abducting and deporting brown people. skwawkbox.org The Trump regime has granted refugee status to around sixty white South Africans, allowing them asylum in the US from this month, according to US public broadcaster NPR — four months after Trump suspended the refugee resettlement programme and left more than 110,000 refugees — who either had already been conditionally approved for resettlement or …

albawaba (2025-05-11). Rare Rolex watch up for auction at $1.7M. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — A rare Rolex watch, crafted by the renowned Swiss manufacturer based in Geneva, is set to be auctioned for approximately $1.7 million.1999 Platinum Rolex Daytona at $1.7M: The custom-made 1999 Platinum Rolex Daytona is up for auction at Sotheby's on May 11, with an estimated value of approximately $1.7 million. Notably, the watch is one-of-a-kind and was never sold commercially. | This rare watch was exclusively made by Rolex and was not commercially available until 2013. Only four versions of the Platinum Rolex Daytona were custom-made by Rolex for private family commissions. The 1999 Pla…

albawaba (2025-05-11). Bus crash kills 21 people in Sri Lanka. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A senior transport official announced that a bus transporting dozens of Buddhist pilgrims plummeted into a cliff in Sri Lanka today, leaving at least 21 killed and 24 others wounded, AFP reported.According to the government official, the roof and side panels of the vehicle, which was carrying 70 people, were destroyed, and more than half the seats came out of their place. The incident took place on May 11.The bus was heading through the central hilly region of Kotmale before it crashed, police said, adding that the bus should be carrying only 50 people, but it had 70 passengers inside.11 people have be…

albawaba (2025-05-11). Shocking video: teacher attacks students with special needs in Adana, Turkey. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A clip went viral on social media, causing rage and fury among the Turkish community, showing a group of teachers violently treating children with special needs in Adana city, southern Turkey.A video circulated online from Adana captured the moment a special education teacher, known as BNT, used violence against students with special needs at a primary school in the city.However, it is worth noting that the teacher BNT was first suspended from her job following the footage and later on, she was arrested by the police for further investigations.üî∫ Adana'da bir àñzel E&fnof…

albawaba (2025-05-11). What are Macron, Merz hiding? Awkward moment caught on camera. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz were both caught on camera in a very awkward moment as the pair were seen attempting to hide something.According to some Russian media, Macron and Merz were on board a train while heading to Kyiv in order to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.RT further mentioned that while the leaders were on a train heading to the capital of Ukraine, reporters crashed their meeting, leading to awkward moments where Macron and Merz were seen trying to hide something.Trending.. | On the way back from Kyiv, journalists unexpectedly entered t…

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Heavy rains cause flooding in Somalia's Mogadishu, killing seven. aljazeera.com Heavy rains trigger flooding that damages roads, homes and key infrastructure in Mogadishu.

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Fact-checking Trump's claim of securing $10 trillion in investments for US. aljazeera.com The White House reports $5.1T in promised investments, with $4.3T newly pledged. Experts say $2.1T may not fully happen.

aljazeera (2025-05-11). More than 100 dead after flooding in eastern DR Congo, officials say. aljazeera.com The victims were mostly children and elderly people, with an additional 28 injured.

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Sudan's army and RSF paramilitary launch attacks across war-ravaged nation. aljazeera.com Port Sudan, el-Fasher, West Kordofan and West Darfur have all seen heavy fighting.

aljazeera (2025-05-11). What percentage of US toys and Christmas goods are imported from China? aljazeera.com Data shows that some 80 percent of all toys and 90 percent of Christmas goods sold in the US are manufactured in China.

aljazeera (2025-05-11). India tried to project strength but ended up showing weakness. aljazeera.com In the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, India's image as a regional hegemon has frayed.

aljazeera (2025-05-11). What the Christians of the Holy Land expect from Pope Leo XIV. aljazeera.com We hope to see in the new pope a father who will stand by our side and protect us from oppression.

aljazeera (2025-05-11). James Cowan on clearing landmines and the legacy of war. aljazeera.com Landmine-clearing NGO chief explains how explosives still kill in peacetime, why world is failing to clean up its wars.

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Barcelona beat Real Madrid despite Mbappe hat-trick as LaLiga title nears. aljazeera.com Kylian Mbappe scores all Real Madrid's goals in a 4-3 defeat as Barcelona place one hand on the LaLiga title.

aljazeera (2025-05-11). Merino scores then sees red as Arsenal come back to draw 2-2 at Liverpool. aljazeera.com Arsenal earn a draw at Liverpool, recovering from being 2-0 down, but are yet to secure Champions League qualification.

aljazeera (2025-05-11). The first American Pope. aljazeera.com What are the implications of the first American pope?>

A a (2025-05-11). Pausa para o café: Hospício armado — A extorsà£o de defesa dos EUA. strategic-culture.su By Haig HOVANESS | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | Enquanto o governo Trump se prepara para aumentar o enorme oràßamento…

A a (2025-05-11). A Roma c'è sempre un Papa. strategic-culture.su Ecco che "padre" Robert si trova davanti una bella città da dover sistemare, e non solo quella di Roma, ma quella dell'intero cattolicesimo, ridotto al ridicolo dal predecessore, che a stento sopravvive ai colpi del tempo. | Segue nostro Si sta come Sisto | Il Cardinale Robert Prevost è stato eletto 267 ∞ Papa della Chiesa Cattolica. In una piazza San Pietro semivuota, il nuovo pontefice, agostiniano di origine religiosa e statuni…

A A (2025-05-11). øPor qué el negociador no cierra el trato? strategic-culture.su

A A (2025-05-11). Most Europeans believe their countries have benefited from EU membership. But there's a bit of nuance. strategic-culture.su

A A (2025-05-11). Hooray for Hollywood's demise. strategic-culture.su

A A (2025-05-11). The erased sacrifice: How the West rewrites the Soviet Union's role in WWII. strategic-culture.su Humanity remains doomed to repeat its gravest errors when it forgets its past. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Humanity remai…

A A (2025-05-11). Perché il Giorno della Vittoria è ancora cosਠimportante per i russi oggi? strategic-culture.su Probabilmente nessun altro Paese celebra la commemorazione della vittoria sulla Germania nazista nella Seconda guerra mondiale con la stessa serietà della Russia. | Segue nostro Probabilmente nessun altro Paese celebra la commemorazione della vittoria sulla Germania nazista nella Seconda guerra mondiale con la stessa serietà della Russia. I russi hanno persino un nome speciale e unico per questo evento: la Grande Guerra Patriottica, un…

Giorgia Valente (2025-05-11). As US-Egypt Relations Strain, China Expands Influence in Cairo. themedialine.org

Johnny Perez-Gonzalez (2025-05-11). Delaware Symphony Orchestra taps Michelle Di Russo as first female music director. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The Delaware Symphony Orchestra is beginning a new era in its 120th season with a historic first. | Michelle Di Russo has been named "Winning your first position as music director, as a conductor in general, it's the mos…

Mehmet Perinàßek (2025-05-11). The Great Victory in historic and contemporary perspective. unitedworldint.com Today's defeated is the Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. UWI author, historian and political scientist Associate Professor Mehmet Perinàßek shared his evaluation on the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany. Perinàßek emphasized that "Victory Day" changed the course of history for the entire world. "Had the USSR not won, the entire world would …

Steven Ganot (2025-05-11). As US Influence Wavers, China Gains Strategic Ground in Egypt. themedialine.org

Terri Friedline (2025-05-11). Wells Fargo Wants to Privatize USPS. We Should Dismantle the Mega Bank Instead. truthout.org The United States Postal Service (USPS) is a front line in the struggle for democracy and justice against corporate power, as a memo released by Wells Fargo unveils. Published February 27, the memo outlines a plan for privatizing the USPS and enabling investors to reap the profits. The plan has been met with criticism and protest, since achieving profitability relies on selling off property… |

The Media Line Staff (2025-05-11). Drone Strike on Sudanese Prison Kills 20 Inmates, Government Blames RSF. themedialine.org

THINK TANK Productions (2025-05-11). Pakistan's Salt, India's Lie : Trade Cheat Revealed. thinktank.pk A growing controversy is erupting across South Asia as Pakistan accuses India of rebranding and profiting from its world-famous Himalayan pink salt, mined exclusively in Pakistan's Khewra region. Despite the salt's origin, India is allegedly selling the product globally under the "Made in India" label — and at massive markups.

tvbrics (2025-05-11). BRICS News Digest for the previous week. tvbrics.com We will tell you what has happened in economics, politics, culture, science and education in the BRICS countries…

tvbrics (2025-05-11). Iran's handmade carpet exports show first growth in 20 years. tvbrics.com Global demand rises for Persian craftsmanship, driven by renewed trade efforts and expanded international outreach across 65 markets…

tvbrics (2025-05-11). Thailand unveils AI roadmap. tvbrics.com An invention prioritises skills training, infrastructure, and data access to accelerate digital transformation and strengthen global competitiveness…

WHYY (2025-05-11). On Stage at Curtis Concert Special: KAPWA. whyy.org On Stage at Curtis is taking you out of the classroom and on to the stage of our new series OSAC Concert Special. With a cast of Curtis Institute of Music musicians, Glimmerglass Festival Young Artists, and seasoned professionals we bring to you KAPWA.

Zoà´ Read (2025-05-11). Schuylkill River Trail expands to Grays Ferry with 650-foot cable bridge. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? A new section of the Schuylkill River Trail, known as Christian to Crescent, will open this week. | The $48 million project, a decade in the making, will ultimately connect Center City with the Grays Ferry neighborhood in South Philadelphia. | The trail officially opens May 17 with a

Dave DeCamp (2025-05-11). Iran Says Fourth Round of Talks With US 'Difficult But Useful'. news.antiwar.com Iran said on Sunday that the fourth round of negotiations it held with the US earlier in the day were "difficult but useful," and both sides have agreed to hold more talks. "The fourth round of indirect Iran-US negotiations is concluded; difficult but useful talks to better understand each other's positions and to find reasonable …

eng.belta.by (2025-05-11). Ambassador: Upcoming visit of general secretary will mark new stage in Vietnam-Belarus cooperation. eng.belta.by The forthcoming visit of General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam is a landmark event in the Belarus-Vietnam cooperation, Vietnamese Ambassador to Belarus Nguyen Van Ngu told BelTA.

eng.belta.by (2025-05-11). Ambassador: Vietnam highly appreciates support of Belarusian people in its fight for national liberation. eng.belta.by Vietnam highly appreciates and never forgets the material and moral support of the Soviet people, including Belarusian people in the war for national liberation, reunification and post-war development of the country, the diplomat said.

eng.belta.by (2025-05-11). General Secretary of Vietnam's Communist Party To Lam arrives in Minsk on official visit. eng.belta.by The parties plan to discuss the development of strategic cooperation between Belarus and Vietnam in key areas of economy, politics and humanitarian affairs.

eng.belta.by (2025-05-11). Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa touches down in Minsk for working visit. eng.belta.by Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has arrived in Belarus on a working visit,.

eng.belta.by (2025-05-11). Lukashenko: National symbols strengthen unity of Belarusian people, inspire them to great achievements. eng.belta.by The choice of the Belarusians made 30 years ago marked the triumph of historical justice and the start of peaceful creative life of the young country, Aleksandr Lukashenko said..

eng.belta.by (2025-05-11). Lukashenko to hold talks with Zimbabwean president of on 14 May. eng.belta.by On 14 May Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko will hold talks with Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa who arrived in Belarus on a working visit.

eng.belta.by (2025-05-11). Akulovich: 'Flag is in the hearts of Belarusians'. eng.belta.by BelTA Director General Irina Akulovich shared her opinion on how the perception of state symbols has changed in recent years.

eng.belta.by (2025-05-11). Belarus celebrates State Flag, State Emblem and National Anthem Day. eng.belta.by The holiday was established by the presidential decree No. 157 of 26 March 1998 and is celebrated on the second Sunday of May.

eng.belta.by (2025-05-11). Belarus' largest flag parade kicks off in Minsk. eng.belta.by More than 700 people are carrying the flag along Victory Avenue to the State Flag Square. Although there were many more people willing to take part in the action. About 1,000 people gathered at the monument.

eng.belta.by (2025-05-11). Ceremony to honor Belarus' state symbols held in Minsk. eng.belta.by A ceremony honoring the state symbols of Belarus was held in Minsk with the participation of Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin.

ICRC (2025-05-11). Afghanistan: Empowering farming communities for sustained rural livelihood. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-05-11). Artificial intelligence in the military domain: ICRC submits recommendations to UN Secretary-General. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-05-11). Azerbaijan: A mine survivor's journey of resilience and raising awareness. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-05-11). Iraq on World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day: Honoring over 40 Years of Cooperation. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-05-11). Kenya: Facts & Figures 2024. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-05-11). Not just a sad story: Asmar's journey toward healing through psychosocial support in Azerbaijan. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-05-11). In Pictures: Myanmar One Month On. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-05-11). Resolution on 'Protecting civilians and other protected persons and objects against the potential human cost of ICT activities during armed conflict'. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-05-11). Uganda: Facts & Figures 2024. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-05-11). ICRC President concludes first official visit to Rwanda. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-05-11). Egypt: Facts and Figures (January — December 2024). icrc.org

ICRC (2025-05-11). Eighty Years On: Honouring the Memory, Upholding Our Humanity. icrc.org

ICRC (2025-05-11). ICRC President: "Taking part in the Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to International Humanitarian Law is taking a stand against wars without rules" icrc.org

Editor (2025-05-11). An $18M Grant Would Have Drastically Reduced Food Waste. Then the EPA Cut It. scheerpost.com

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