(2025-03-20). The fight to free Mahmoud Khalil and defend freedom of speech. internationalviewpoint.org In the past few days, thousands of people across the United States have demonstrated in support of Mahmoud Khalil, an individual who has come to symbolize President Donald Trump's attacks on immigrants, on Palestinians, on the Palestine solidarity movement, on universities, and on academic freedom and freedom of speech. | – | / |
(2025-03-20). Letter from a Louisiana prison: Palestinian political prisoner Mahmoud Khalil speaks. peoplesworld.org 
My name is Mahmoud Khalil, and I am a political prisoner. I am writing to you from a detention facility in Louisiana where I wake to cold mornings and spend long days bearing witness to the quiet injustices underway against a great many people precluded from the protections of the law. Who has the right …
(2025-03-20). Palestinian Political Prisoner Mahmoud Khalil Releases Statement. popularresistance.org Mahmoud Khalil, a green card holder with permanent residency, has released his first public statement since his arrest on March 8. He was taken into custody by plainclothes Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officers in the lobby of his Columbia University apartment complex due to his alleged connection to Hamas. His statement, released Tuesday, was dictated by phone to family members from an ICE center in Louisiana. | Khalil, who has not yet been charged with a crime, said he is a "political prisoner" and expressed concern with the political and social climate in the United States that led to his arrest.
(2025-03-20). Ivy League's tenured complicity in deportation of Mahmoud Khalil. newarab.com 
Few campuses on earth rival the diversity of Columbia University's academic community, from tenured professors to first-year freshmen. With that diversity comes a heightened awareness of global imperialism and the harms the US empire inflicts on the world, including especially in Palestine. It's part of the territory, literally and figuratively. | My years as a PhD student at Columbia University from 2007 to 2013 were a period of political as well as intellectual awakening. So when I learned that on March 7 2025 Columbia opened its doors to ICE and became the site of the first attempted deportation of a pro-Pa…
(2025-03-20). In Syria, 3 news crews shot at, assaulted while covering deadly clashes. Soran Rashid
(2025-03-20). ICRC President: "We have a shared interest and responsibility to help Syria emerge from the ruinous abyss of war" icrc.org
(2025-03-20). Video: The Destruction of Countries. Syria… globalresearch.ca
(2025-03-20). Germany announces the reopening of its embassy in Damascus, Syria. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-03-20). Smuggling and Clan Violence Fuel Escalating Tensions on Lebanon-Syria Border. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-20). Syria: ICRC president warns "path to peace fragile" and calls on global community to not abandon country at this historic crossroads. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). Interim constitution, massacres set back plans for a unified Syria. greenleft.org.au 
Salih Muslim, a prominent Rojava revolutionary leader and foreign affairs spokesperson of the Presidential Council of the Democratic Union Party (PYD) speaks to Green Left's Peter Boyle about the serious setbacks to building a new Syria.
(2025-03-20). German FM visits Syria, reopens embassy in Damascus. plenglish.com Damascus, Mar 20 (Prensa Latina) German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock began today an official visit to Syria, considered the second since the fall of the government of Bashar Al-Assad early in December last year.
(2025-03-20). You Are Here. counterpunch.org 
By openly defying judicial orders, President Trump has now taken us to the brink of dictatorship. In polite circles and on NPR, this will be referred to as a "constitutional crisis," but make no mistake: The lack of all restraint on executive power, should the judiciary be unable to prevail in the matter of law
(2025-03-20). Trump tells EU to ease anti-Russia sanctions to help resolve Ukraine crisis. infobrics.org Witkoff says there is "amazing progress" made in the normalization of US-Russia ties.
(2025-03-20). Poland and the Baltics want to plant mines on NATO's eastern flank. infobrics.org The move would substantially worsen the regional security crisis.
(2025-03-20). How Russia Could Leverage a Ceasefire Against Ukraine. counterpunch.org 
Russian President Vladimir Putin is once again playing a calculated game with the proposed ceasefire deal. Putin's response has been predictably shrewd. He has not outright rejected the proposal, but his conditions—a Ukrainian renunciation of NATO ambitions and territorial concessions—make any deal rather tricky. However, one thing is certain. If a ceasefire does materialize, it
(2025-03-20). Trump signals progress on Ukraine ceasefire after a calls with Zelensky. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- A day after his call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, former U.S. President Donald Trump spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, discussing steps toward a ceasefire.In a statement, Trump described the conversation as "very good," lasting about an hour. He said much of the discussion focused on aligning Ukraine and Russia's positions following his earlier talk with Putin."We are very much on track," Trump stated, adding that Secretary of State Marco Rubio and National Security Advisor Michael Waltz would provide further details on the discussions.Yesterday, U.S. President Donald Trump c…
(2025-03-20). A questionable account by Varoufakis of the origins of the Greek crisis. cadtm.org
(2025-03-20). It's Up To Europe's Citizens. popularresistance.org For the record, it was the U.S., from Bill Clinton to Joe Biden, that provoked the Ukrainian tragedy. And now it is the Europeans who can stop it. | NATO's Eastern expansion led to the bloodiest military conflict in Europe since the Second World War, one that could lead to a Third. | Donald Trump in his first term tried to exit this crisis, only to be subjected to the Russiagate "scandal" and two unsuccessful impeachment efforts led the bipartisan U.S. War Party. | Eventually, they succeeded and took back power, facilitating Joe Biden's 2020 victory with various manipulations, including producing a letter signed…
(2025-03-20). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates return of remains, detainees under ceasefire agreement. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). France: The situation in France, the NFP and the tasks of revolutionaries. internationalviewpoint.org The situation in France is marked by the general crisis of capitalism and its place in the international balance of forces. It is currently in a very unstable equilibrium and, like many other countries, could tip over into the domination of the extreme right. | – | / |
(2025-03-20). Susan Watkins: Baselines. newleftreview.org Trump's second term has begun with a whirlwind of iconoclastic pronouncements and an opening to Moscow that has sent European rulers into ideological crisis. An American-policy aide-mémoire offers baseline metrics for the ruptures—and continuities—ahead.
(2025-03-20). Renewed Tensions: Israel Launches Limited Operations Amid Ceasefire Collapse. devdiscourse.com In a renewed surge of conflict, Israel undertook limited ground operations following Thursday's missile attack from Yemen. The attack, stemming from Yemen's Houthi group, was marked by air raid sirens and explosions across several Israeli regions, though no injuries were reported.
(2025-03-20). 110 killed in Israeli raids on Gaza; Al-Qassam responds with rockets on Tel Aviv. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip since dawn have killed at least 110 Palestinians and wounded 133, according to the Gaza Ministry of Health. Among the casualties, 13 were killed and 40 injured in Israeli raids on homes in Abasan al-Kabira, east of Khan Yunis. A separate strike on a house in Bani Suhaila claimed multiple lives from the same family.The Gaza Civil Defense reported that the total death toll has risen to 530 since early Tuesday, with over a thousand injuries. The health crisis continues to worsen as multiple hospitals have been destroyed by Israeli bombing, forcing medical staff to make…
(2025-03-20). Putin, Zelenskyy agree to partial 30-day truce, US says 'never been closer to peace'. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a partial 30 day ceasefire following a one-hour call between US President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy. | White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Thursday said that a "lasting ceasefire" is in the works and that the two sides have never been closer to peace. | "Right now, we're at a partial ceasefire. But again, the President is sending his highly skilled, intelligent and experienced team to Saudi Arabia later this week to continue fighting for peace in this conflict. And I would just reiterate one more time: we have never…
(2025-03-20). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC warns of worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). Toward a Socialist Approach to Crisis. internationalviewpoint.org Ståle Holgersen is a Senior Lecturer in Human Geography at Stockholm University and a member of the ecosocialist Zetkin Collective. His new book makes essential contributions to socialist strategy in our crisis times and, more broadly, to theorizing crisis. He develops a fresh understanding of the ecological crisis as one expression of capitalist crisis tendencies and persuasively argues against the left shibboleth that capitalist crises are good for radicals. "Crises are the enemy," writes Holgersen, in his characteristically clear, captivating voice. The book will advance thinking among socialists familia…
(2025-03-20). Take Action Now: Demand a Ceasefire. pressenza.com
(2025-03-20). Israel breaks ceasefire in Gaza and kills hundreds. fidh.org
(2025-03-20). Headlines for March 20, 2025. democracynow.org Israel Kills Another 100 Palestinians; Death Toll Tops 700 in 3 Days Since Gaza Ceasefire Withdrawal, Israel Forces Gazans to Flee Once Again in Renewed Genocidal Campaign, "This Was Not an Accident": U.N. Condemns Deadly Israeli Attack on U.N. Facility, International Legal Coalition Will Pursue Israelis Involved in Gaza War Crimes, U.S. Continues Attacks on Yemen and Houthi Movement, Global Protests for Gaza Continue After Israel Resumes All-Out War, Zelensky Agrees to Pause Energy Attacks; Trump Says He Wants Ownership of Ukraine's Nuclear Plants, "An Attack on the 1st Amendment":…
(2025-03-20). Israel and the occupied territories: Ceasefire agreement essential to avoid region plunging back into despair. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). Israeli Channel 12: No Israeli delegation in Doha or Cairo, but mediators believe a ceasefire extension deal is near. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-03-20). Israel breaks ceasefire: Join rallies for Palestine. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). Trump, Zelensky agree to "partial ceasefire against energy" in Ukraine. independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON, the United States | Xinhua | The White House said U.S. President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky in a phone call on Wednesday agreed to "a partial ceasefire against energy" between Russia and Ukraine. The phone call came one day after Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed on Tuesday in …
(2025-03-20). Two Myths About the Gaza Ceasefire. cadtm.org
(2025-03-20). Will diplomacy end the conflict in eastern DRC? aljazeera.com Congolese and Rwandan leaders called for a ceasefire after holding direct talks in Qatar.
(2025-03-20). Concerns mounting over new energy crisis in EU as Russian gas transit via Ukraine ends. presstv.ir As the agreement allowing Russian gas transit through Ukraine to Europe expires on Tuesday, concerns are mounting over new energy crisis in EU.
(2025-03-20). London protesters condemn renewed carnage in Gaza. presstv.ir Protesters in London have condemned continued British support for the Israeli regime amidst the ongoing violence in Gaza, outraged by the recent massacre of over 400 Palestinians and the humanitarian crisis exacerbated by Israel's aid blockade.
(2025-03-20). Macron and Saudi Crown Prince discuss Gaza, Ukraine. newarab.com 
French President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday he spoke with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the two leaders condemned Macron said they will co-chair a conference on a two-state solution, aimed at "helping revive a political perspective for both Israelis and Palestinians". | "A return to the ceasefire is essential for the release of all hostages and the protection of civilians," Macron said in a post on X, adding that both leaders discussed the need to work together on the issue…
(2025-03-20). Russia and Ukraine swap hundreds of prisoners amid ceasefire efforts. scmp.com Families reunite with freed POWs amid ongoing discussions about a temporary ceasefire that may pause war.
(2025-03-20). Freed Israeli hostage tells Security Council that Hamas steals UN aid. haaretz.com Sharabi said he had his captors 'eat many meals a day' from boxes with UN and UNRWA emblems being used by his captors, while he was starved…
(2025-03-20). North Korea: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org
(2025-03-20). Gaza: Israeli Military War Crimes While Occupying Hospitals. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Extensive damage and destruction, as of February 2025, to al-Shifa medical complex, which Israeli forces raided in November 2023 and March 2024. | © 2025 Private | Israeli military forces caused deaths and unnecessary suffering of Palestinian patients while occupying hospitals in the Gaza Strip during the current hostilities, amounting to war crimes.The Israeli military's denial of water and electricity left sick and wounded people to die, while soldiers mistreated and forcibly displaced patients and health workers, and damaged and destroyed hospitals.Israeli authorities have not i…
(2025-03-20). Israel: two pending bills threaten to upend civil society and human rights work. fidh.org In Israel at least two explicitly anti-NGO bills are pending adoption by the Parliament (Knesset), within a context of increasing pressure and limitations already piling on human rights organisations in the country. These laws will severely reduce the ability of non governmental organisations (NGOs) to receive international funding, and the criminalization of accountability activities, including harsh prison sentences for supporting or even engaging with the International Criminal Court (…) | – | /…
(2025-03-20). INTERNSHIP AT FIDH'S EASTERN EUROPE/CENTRAL ASIA DESK – 6 MONTHS. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2025-03-20). Saudi researchers develop innovative nanope technology to cut LED carbon emissions. tvbrics.com 
The study highlights that nearly 75 per cent of input energy in LEDs is lost as heat…
(2025-03-20). 'Captain America' Star Anthony Mackie: 'We're Lying To Our Kids' When We Say Success Comes Just From Hard Work—Luck Is Key, Too. moguldom.com Anthony Mackie, who has taken on the iconic role of Captain America in "Captain America: Brave New World," has sparked debate with his candid thoughts on success. In a recent interview on The Pivot Podcast, Mackie challenged the common belief that hard work alone guarantees success, asserting that luck plays a pivotal role as well, …
(2025-03-20). London-Based Baloch Human Rights and Political Activist Aomar Karim Issues Statement on Pakistan's Attempts to Deny Education to Baloch Students. pressenza.com In a statement issued on Aomar Karim's official website, Karim expressed concern that, under the pretext of security measures, the Pakistani government has been closing educational institutions in Balochistan, including The University of Balochistan, Sardar Bahadur Khan Women's University, and the University of Turbat. This action, according to Karim, is part of a broader, deliberate strategy ai…
(2025-03-20). Media rights, journalist groups call on US to protect press freedom after USAGM gutted. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-20). Wombat snatching scandal highlights need to protect species. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-03-20). Israel ignores European Union's core human rights requests. fidh.org
(2025-03-20). Union President Responds To Repression. popularresistance.org Last week, I was expelled from Columbia University for protesting the U.S.-backed genocide in Gaza. As president of Student Workers of Columbia, Columbia's student workers union, I was also fired from my job. The Trump administration is pushing their narrative. Here's the real story. | Thousands of students across the country have been exercising our First Amendment rights to oppose genocide. Standing against genocide is not just a moral imperative—it is an act of anti-racism and solidarity. Columbia's response? Expulsions, suspensions, and retaliation.
(2025-03-20). DOJ Knew About and Used Notorious Homan Square 'Black Site'. popularresistance.org Scandals don't get much more disturbing than that of Homan Square. In 2015, the Guardian revealed Chicago Police had allegedly employed torture and days-long unlawful detention at the secretive "black site"-like Homan Square facility, a nondescript warehouse located in Chicago's west-side Garfield Park neighborhood. Outraged and alarmed by these revelations, politicians and activists clamored for the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate human rights abuses at the facility, which still operates today. | Despite the pleading, the DOJ elected not to investigate Homan Square, and instead conducted a broad invest…
(2025-03-20). Criminalizing Dissent: Greenpeace Ordered to Pay $667M to Dakota Access Pipeline Firm over Protests. democracynow.org 
A jury in North Dakota has ordered Greenpeace to pay more than $660 million in damages for defaming Energy Transfer Partners, the corporation behind the Dakota Access Pipeline. The Texas-based pipeline company accused Greenpeace of orchestrating criminal behavior by training and providing funds to the Indigenous-led protests at Standing Rock. Greenpeace and its supporters, including other nonprofits and advocacy groups, argued that the lawsuit is part of a conspicuous attempt by corporations to destroy the right to free speech. Longtime human rights and environmental lawyer Steven Donziger, who was part of the in…
(2025-03-20). Activists in Mexico rally against incoming Trump's anti-immigration policies. presstv.ir Migrant rights groups in Mexico demonstrated against the proposed anti-immigration measures of US President-elect Donald Trump.
(2025-03-20). Iranians welcome Persian New Year while observing Ramadan. presstv.ir Persian New Year this year coincides with Ramadan's nights of destiny.
(2025-03-20). Iran summons UK, German envoys over draft resolution at UNHRC. presstv.ir The Iranian Foreign Ministry summons the German ambassador and the British charge d'affaires in Tehran in protest at their governments' move to initiate a draft resolution against Iran at the UN Human Rights Council.
(2025-03-20). Iran to dismantle morality police, but to punish Hijab law violators. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – In a remarkable move, the Iranian government has decided to dismantle the morality police, a unit formed in 2005 to enforce regulations on modest dress and chaste behaviors.Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf announced the news on his official X account by saying: "The hijab had a law before the current law was passed, and there is no legal vacuum in this regard; now a law was supposed to be passed that would address both the positive and negative aspects."The Iranian official added: "In the current law, the guidance patrol has been completely dismantled, but the government has some pro…
(2025-03-20). Azerbaijan: Activity highlights for 2024. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). Greenpeace ordered to pay $660 million in Dakota Access Pipeline case in landmark ruling against protest rights. nationofchange.org The North Dakota jury's decision against Greenpeace raises concerns over SLAPP lawsuits, corporate influence on the courts, and the broader threat to free speech and peaceful protest in the U.S.
(2025-03-20). Uganda Airlines Launches Direct Flights to London. plusnews.ug Uganda Airlines has launched direct flights between Entebbe International Airport and London Gatwick Airport. The inaugural flight which is set for 18 May, will use the carrier's latest Airbus A330-800neo aircraft and will be a four-times-a-week service. Speaking at the launch in Kampala, Edward Wamala-Katumba, the Minister of Works and Transport, expressed optimism of the development, …
(2025-03-20). Spanish state: Housing — old problem, new solutions. internationalviewpoint.org Rent levels have been on everyone's lips in recent months, and not for nothing. Not only because it's a problem that affects hundreds of thousands of people, but also because the housing rights movement has succeeded in getting tens of thousands of people onto the streets of Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Gijón, Burgos, Zaragoza, Salamanca and other cities. | – | / |
(2025-03-20). China solves problem that thwarted Musk, giant moon telescope plan: SCMP daily highlights. scmp.com From Chinese engineers succeeding where Musk failed to global robot wars heating up, here's a round-up from today's China coverage.
(2025-03-20). Big Cuts at the Education Department's Civil Rights Office Will Affect Vulnerable Students for Years to Come. counterpunch.org 
The U.S. Department of Education cut its workforce by nearly 50% on March 11, 2025, when it laid off about 1,315 employees. The move follows several recent directives targeting the Cabinet-level agency. Within the department, the Office for Civil Rights — which already experienced layoffs in February — was especially hard hit by cuts. The
(2025-03-20). Chinese courts strengthen IP rights protection for seed industry. ecns.cn Chinese courts are continuously strengthening the protection of intellectual property rights related to the seed industry, aiming to promote innovation and high-quality development in this field with high-level judicial efforts.
(2025-03-20). Venezuela: The Observatory (OMCT-FIDH) report denounces systematic repression of human rights defenders. fidh.org • The report details the number of attacks against defenders between 2022 and 2024, as well as arbitrary detentions, torture and forced disappearances. • The undersigned organisations warn about the impact of judicial decisions, administrative acts and the creation of laws or bills that criminalise and hinder the defence of human rights.
Geneva-Paris, 20 March 2025 – A new report by the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (a joint programme of the World (…) | – |
(2025-03-20). German, UK Envoys Summoned over Human Rights Allegations against Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Foreign Ministry summoned the ambassador of Germany and the British charge d'affaires in Tehran in protest at their governments' move to initiate a draft resolution against Iran at the UN Human Rights Council.
(2025-03-20). High Commissioner for Human Rights urged to condemn kidnapping. plenglish.com Caracas, Mar 20 (Prensa Latina) The Christian-ecumenical civil organization Fundalatin demanded the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights and the various UN agencies to strongly condemn the criminalization and kidnapping of Venezuelans.
(2025-03-20). Germany Reopens Embassy in Damascus After 13-Year Closure. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-20). Tariq Ali: Conquered Lands. newleftreview.org A political panorama of the Middle East, surveying the fortunes of rulers and ruled in Riyadh, Cairo, Tripoli, Damascus, Tehran, Gaza and Tel Aviv, under the stifling blanket of a heavily militarized Israeli-American hegemony.
(2025-03-20). Google imports ex-Israeli spies who automated Gaza genocide. thegrayzone.com Unit 8200 wrote the programming and designed the algorithms that automated the genocide of Gaza and was also responsible for the pager attack in Lebanon. Now those who helped design the architecture of apartheid are being swallowed by the US tech-surveillance complex. This article was originally published by °Do Not Panic! On Mar. 18, Google bought Israeli cybersecurity company Wiz for $32 billion. The acquisition will mark the single largest transfer of former Israeli spies into an American company. This …
(2025-03-20). US — Israel Just Killed 500 — 150 or so babies — NJ is in the streets! fightbackbetter.com 
Hands Off Gaza, Protest To End The Genocide at the office of Cory Booker, Newark, NJ Out in Mt. Laurel…
(2025-03-20). Right To Free Speech Curtailed On Cornell Campus. popularresistance.org On March 10, we as members of the Ithaca community joined with Cornell students and allies to exercise our First Amendment right to protest on behalf of the Palestinians in Gaza, who are the victims of genocide at the hands of the Israeli Occupation Forces. We and multiple students were arrested on the orders of Cornell's president, self-proclaimed 1st Amendment champion Michael Kotlikoff. | His office had invited a panel comprised of war criminals and genocide enablers from the US and Israeli government, with a token former Palestinian government official who had a <25% approval rating by Palestinians, under the...
(2025-03-20). US stages fresh attacks on Yemen as Trump vows to 'annihilate' Ansarullah in support of Israel. presstv.ir ‚ÄäThe US attacks Yemen again after Trump vows to destroy the country's Ansarullah movement amid Washington's unyielding support for the Israeli regime.
(2025-03-20). Why 'pro-Israel, pro-peace' advocates cling to genocide denial. nationofchange.org But very few members of Congress dare to acknowledge that reality, while their silence and denials scream out complicity.
(2025-03-20). 40 Holocaust survivors/descendants denounce the persecution of anti-genocide Jew Stephen Kapos. skwawkbox.org 
Respected campaigner targeted by police over participation in stitched-up peaceful march in January Forty Jewish survivors of the Holocaust and descendants of survivors have signed an open letter denouncing the Met Police's harassment of Stephen Kapos, a British-Hungarian Jew who survived it as a child. Kapos, a respected campaigner against Israel's genocide of Palestinians, was …
(2025-03-20). Palestine protestors are going to be at BBC HQ this weekend. thecanary.co Thousands of protestors from all over the country are expected to march to the BBC headquarters in London this weekend for this year's Al-Quds Day demonstration in support of Palestine. BBC propaganda The BBC has been instrumental in misrepresenting the genocide and trying to create a climate in which it can be publicly accepted. Police …
(2025-03-20). Palestine accuses israel of practicing state terrorism. plenglish.com In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates condemned an attack by the Israeli army yesterday against the UN headquarters in the city of Deir al-Balah, in the central Gaza Strip, resulting in the death of one employee and the injury of five others. | "Such actions against international institutions operating in the coastal enclave constitute state terrorism and confirm the systematic and widespread crimes committed by that government," the Ministry emphasized. "The genocide committed against our people extends to supporters and employees of global organizations and the United Nations, which c…
(2025-03-20). Former Philippine President Duterte faces the International Criminal Court over crimes against humanity: No one is above the law. fidh.org
(2025-03-20). Release: Canada Must Investigate Canadians who Served in the IDF. justpeaceadvocates.ca Since he was appointed Friday more than 3000 individuals have written to Canada's new attorney general/justice minister Gary Anandasangaree to ask him to investigate Canadians who may have violated Canada's Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes Act and Foreign Enlistment Act.
(2025-03-20). Legal Coalition To Pursue Israelis Accused Of War Crimes. popularresistance.org Lawyers have launched a global coalition to pursue legal action around the world against Israelis and Israeli dual nationals accused of involvement in suspected war crimes in Gaza. | At a launch event in London on Tuesday, the International Centre of Justice for Palestinians (ICJP) said the Global 195 initiative would seek to use domestic and international legal mechanisms to seek justice against Israeli soldiers and others "spanning the entire Israeli military and political chain of command". | Speaking at a press conference, Tayab Ali, director of the ICJP, began his remarks by paying tribute to the hundreds of…
(2025-03-20). Thirst Among the Ruins. aljazeera.com People & Power investigates how Israel further weaponises water in Gaza since the war started and why it is a war crime.
(2025-03-20). Houthis launch missile towards Israel, 13 injured. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Magen David Adom (MDA) announced that 13 people were injured while heading to shelters after sirens were activated following a missile launched from Yemen.Israeli media reported that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was evacuated from the Knesset to a safe area after sirens sounded in Jerusalem.Netanyahu was in the middle of the Knesset plenary session preparing to vote on one of the 2025 budget laws, local media revealed.Following the sirens heard in central Israel and Jerusalem in the past few minutes, no reports of casualties have been received so far, except for people suffering from anxiety and t…
(2025-03-20). Netanyahu never planned to "Abandon Gaza Militarily" aljazeera.com Netanyahu on Gaza…
(2025-03-20). Israel Police uses water cannons at point-blank range on anti-Netanyahu protesters in Jerusalem. haaretz.com Thousands protesting against the government marched to the prime minister's residence in Jerusalem. Police violently blocked them from crossing the barricade, knocking them to the ground. An officer was filmed pushing Democratic Party chairman and former IDF deputy chief Yair Golan to the ground…
(2025-03-20). Israelis are screaming their pain, but Netanyahu isn't listening. We are helpless. haaretz.com The hostage families' tears are invisible to the prime minister, like all the feelings of millions of others. Israelis are losing their faith for change…
(2025-03-20). All living former Israeli attorneys general: No legal basis for Netanyahu gov't to oust AG. haaretz.com The attorneys general, including former Supreme Court President Aharon Barak, issued a legal opinion stating that Gali Baharav-Miara's firing would undermine Israel's rule of law. They praised her for 'remaining loyal to legal principles without fear or bias'…
(2025-03-20). Why don't Gazans rise up and oust Hamas? Dismantling a deeply dishonest claim. haaretz.com Until October 7, Netanyahu didn't want to topple Hamas. For the last 17 months, Israel — backed by billions in foreign aid — has been unsuccessful in doing so. But somehow, Israelis see every Gazan who hasn't risked their life to rise up against Hamas as a terrorist with a target on their back…
(2025-03-20). Israeli government to vote on firing Shin Bet chief despite AG's objections. haaretz.com The vote will be held without the AG's go-ahead or the proper recommendations needed by the appointments committee — and despite a possible conflict of interest regarding the ongoing 'Qatargate' investigation against close Netanyahu advisers…
(2025-03-20). Israeli security cabinet to discuss firing of Shin Bet chief instead of Gaza hostages. haaretz.com Outraged hostage families said that their demands for an urgent meeting with Netanyahu have been ignored amid the renewed Israeli offensive on the Gaza Strip and the rushed firing of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar…
(2025-03-20). Ex-Shin Bet chief questioned by Israel Police on suspicion of extorting Netanyahu through threats. haaretz.com The questioning of Nadav Argaman occurred after Netanyahu filed a complaint against him, following the former Shin Bet chief's statement last week that if the prime minister broke the law he would tell 'everything he knows about him'…
(2025-03-20). Even Israel's best friends are repulsed by Netanyahu's far-right antisemitism conference. haaretz.com Israel's global supporters struggle to back the country while opposing Netanyahu's assault on democracy and abusive use of antisemitism…
(2025-03-20). Israel government dismisses Shin Bet intelligence chief. newarab.com The head of Shin Bet, Israel's domestic intelligence agency, was dismissed Friday, according to a statement from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office.Netanyahu last week cited an "ongoing lack of trust" as the reason for moving to sack Ronen Bar, who was appointed in October 2021 for a five-year term."The Government unanimously approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposal to end ISA Director Ronen Bar's term of office," a statement said.Bar, meant to end his tenure only next year, was appointed by the previous Israeli government that briefly forced Netanyahu from power between June 2021 and Dece…
(2025-03-20). Netanyahu blasts Israel's 'Deep State' in Tik Tok video. newarab.com 
The concept of a "deep state" became mainstream during Trump used the term to accuse officials of working in secret to stall the wor…
(2025-03-20). Netanyahu gifts US Senator pager to celebrate Lebanon operation. newarab.com 
The gift exchange occurred during Fetterman's visit to Israel this we…
(2025-03-20). Youth-Led Coalition Urges Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer: Fight for Us or Step Aside. commondreams.org Today, a coalition of youth-led organizations — Sunrise Movement, alongside College Democrats of America, Gen Z Against Trump, Voters of Tomorrow and United We Dream — released an open letter calling on Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to fight for our generation or step aside for someone who will. The signatories called out the Democratic …
(2025-03-20). Maersk Shareholders To Vote On Banning Israel Arms Transfers. popularresistance.org Shareholders in Danish shipping giant Maersk are set to hold a vote on 18 March for a proposal to cease weapons shipments to Israel for as long as it is waging war on Gaza. | The vote comes as Israel has renewed its genocidal campaign against the strip, killing over 420 Palestinians since early Tuesday morning. | Weapons transfers to Israel are "in violation of international conventions, assuming that military equipment, weapons, and components were used in Israeli army operations where international conventions are breached," shareholder Zen Donen told AFP.
(2025-03-20). Trump to sign order to shut down US Education Department, White House says. scmp.com US president would need votes of Democratic senators to shut the agency.
(2025-03-20). Trump's Hungarian ally Orban outlaws Pride, sparking massive LGBTQ fightback. peoplesworld.org 
A new anti-LGBTQ law banning Pride events and allowing authorities to use facial recognition software to identify those attending the festivities was passed by the far-right government in Hungary on Tuesday. The move led to a large demonstration on the streets of Budapest. Several thousand protesters gathered after the vote outside Hungary's parliament. They later …
(2025-03-20). Israel lied about murdered children to justify murdering children. strategic-culture.su
(2025-03-20). Israel Makes Its Most Explicit Statement Of Genocidal Intent Yet. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has published an explicit statement of genocidal intent toward the people of Gaza, threatening civilians in the enclave with collective punishment in the form of "total devastation" if they do not find a way to overthrow Hamas and free all Israeli hostages.
(2025-03-20). U.S. And Israel Have Laid The Groundwork For War With Iran. Will Trump Set It Off? progressivehub.net HANIEH JODAT & EMMA-CLAIRE FOLEY | TRUTHOUT…
(2025-03-20). Israel's Return To War Is A Prelude To Mass Expulsion. progressivehub.net BEN REIFF | +972 MAGAZINE…
(2025-03-20). Trump's Attacks on Yemen Will Cost US Taxpayers Billions. mintpressnews.com While U.S. President Donald Trump announces that Yemen's Ansar Allah will be "completely annihilated," he is racking up costs for the American taxpayer, using a strategy that failed under the Biden administration for more than a year. Instead of pressuring Israel to allow aid to reach Gaza, the White House has declared war. In October …
(2025-03-20). Druze in Israel Say Their Future Lies With the Country, Not a Separate State. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-20). Israeli Airstrikes in Gaza Kill at Least 70 as Ground Operations Intensify. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-20). Israeli Parliament Clears 2025 Budget Framework, Easing Threat of Government Collapse. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-20). Video: Israeli 'defence' minister threatens Palestinian civilians with 'total devastation'. skwawkbox.org Israel Katz's 'final warning' continues regime's open genocidal intent Israeli 'defence' minister Israel Katz — successor to wanted war criminal Yoav Gallant — has issued a chilling Holocaust-reminiscent threat to Gaza's surviving Palestinian civilians in yet another open expression of genocidal intent by the Israeli occupation regime. Telling the people of Gaza that the slaughter …
(2025-03-20). Yemeni forces target Israeli Ben Gurion Airport with hypersonic missile. presstv.ir The spokesperson for the Yemeni Armed Forces has announced a missile attack on Ben Gurion International Airport in the occupied territories in response to the Israeli regime's renewed atrocities in Gaza.
(2025-03-20). Israel kills 71 more in Gaza strikes and re-occupies Netzarim corridor. presstv.ir Reports show that within the last 24 hours more than 71 Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces in Gaza, with many more being wounded.
(2025-03-20). Iran slams Security Council's inaction to stop US, Israeli crimes. presstv.ir Iran strongly condemns the Security Council's inaction in the face of US airstrikes against Yemen and the escalation of Israeli genocidal crimes in the occupied Palestinian territories.
(2025-03-20). Israel and the Occupied Territories: Red Cross Field Hospital responding to increased number of casualties in Gaza. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). 1-year-old among victims of Israel's indiscriminate bombing of Gaza. aljazeera.com Video shows a Palestinian father's last moments with his child after his pregnant wife and 1-year-old son were killed.
(2025-03-20). Israel targeting West Bank refugee camps is ethnic cleansing, analyst. aljazeera.com Israel's targeting of refugee camps to "end the Palestinian refugee issue" is part of plans to ethnically cleanse.
(2025-03-20). Missiles from Yemen target Israel despite US threats. aljazeera.com At least two missiles launched from Yemen triggered warning sirens in Israel and the occupied West Bank on Thursday.
(2025-03-20). Rising Tensions: Missiles, Militants, and Middle East Unrest. devdiscourse.com Israel's military successfully intercepted a missile launched from Yemen on Thursday, amid intensifying hostilities with Iran-backed Houthi militants.
(2025-03-20). Former Zionist FM Tzipi Livni: "Israel's" problem is not the deep state but a prime minister who opposes the state and its citizens. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-03-20). Israeli occupation army warns Gaza residents: movement from north to south only allowed via Al-Rashid coastal road, restricting evacuation routes. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-03-20). MUA joins call on Maersk to end arms shipments to Israel. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). Why is Israel such a big deal? greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). IDF begins ground operation in northern Gaza after 85 killed in Gaza strikes overnight, authorities say. haaretz.com According to Palestinian reports, the Israeli Air force attacked several locations across Gaza overnight into Thursday. A hospital spokesman said hundreds were wounded and some died due to a shortage of medical supplies…
(2025-03-20). 'He fought Hamas on October 7 because he thought Israel would be there for him,' says hostage's brother. haaretz.com The family of Israeli hostage Tamir Adar was informed that he was killed on October 7 and his body taken to Gaza over a year ago. His brother Nir says, 'A country that violates both the sanctity of life and the honor of the dead abandons all its citizens'…
(2025-03-20). Israel's conference with Europe's far right exposes Jews to real, unbridled antisemitism. haaretz.com The claim by conference organizers that far-right politicians who support Israeli policies are automatically fighters against antisemitism is not only baseless. It's disgraceful…
(2025-03-20). Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 71 overnight, Palestinian medics say. haaretz.com GAZA: IDF reoccupies Netzarim corridor in Gaza ground operation ‚ñ ISRAEL: Mass protests across Israel against resumption of Gaza fighting, firing of Shin Bet chief ‚ñ YEMEN: IDF intercepts missile launched from Yemen outside Israel, after U.S. reportedly strikes port city of Hodeidah…
(2025-03-20). White House: Trump 'fully supports' Israel's actions in Gaza, Hamas 'played games' instead of freeing hostages. haaretz.com GAZA: IDF reoccupies Netzarim corridor in Gaza ground operation ‚ñ ISRAEL: Mass protests across Israel against resumption of Gaza fighting, firing of Shin Bet chief ‚ñ YEMEN: IDF intercepts missile launched from Yemen outside Israel, after U.S. reportedly strikes port city of Hodeidah…
(2025-03-20). Arab League urges economic boycott of Israel amid Gaza attacks. newarab.com 
The League said it will actively call on member states to take steps to gradually reduce military cooperation with Israel, and encouraged an economic boycott, saying continued trade and military dealings would constitute co…
(2025-03-20). Did Israel supply sound cannons to Serbia. newarab.com 
Sound cannons that appear to have been used against protesters in Though the Serbian government has denied it, a number of experts have claime…
(2025-03-20). Israel approves return of Ben Gvir as minister: PM office. newarab.com 
(2025-03-20). Israel says intercepted missile from Yemen. newarab.com 
Israel said it intercepted a missile launched from Yemen on Thursday, as the "A missile launched from Yemen was intercepted… prior to crossing into Israeli territory," Israel's military said. | Part of Iran's "axis of resistance" against the United States and Israel, the Houthis have been
(2025-03-20). Trump's declassified Kennedy files: What is the link to Israel. newarab.com 
The In the almost 62 years since the assassination of JFK, the event continues to fuel conspiracy theories. with an astonishing 65 percent of Americans believing his killing was part of…
(2025-03-20). Israel is targeting Shaden Qous because she refuses to be silent. newarab.com 
We cannot let women's history month pass us by without centring the stories of Palestinian women. Despite being systematically silenced by Israel through defamation, imprisonment, and even assassination, they have long been marginalised, even by mainstream The struggle of
(2025-03-20). Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 85 Palestinians. scmp.com Israel resumes its bombing campaign after announcing renewed ground operations in central and southern Gaza.
(2025-03-20). Finally, an MP stands up to warmongering Labour over Israel. thecanary.co MP Shockat Adam led a debate about British military co-operation with genocidal Israel. Adam, the representative for Leicester South, brought forward the discussion during a week where Israel has launched 100 simultaneous strikes on the Gaza Strip. At least 436 Palestinians have been killed. Al Jazeera reported: including at least 183 children, 94 women, 34 …
(2025-03-20). Israel investigating UN worker's death in Gaza, military denies striking compound. scmp.com Five also injured in explosion at UN building that UNOPS chief Jorge Moreira da Silva said 'was not an accident'.
(2025-03-20). 85% Of Greenland Oppose Joining USA, But Trump Wants To Colonize It. popularresistance.org The vast majority of people in Greenland oppose becoming part of the United States, despite Donald Trump's threats to colonize their land. | A staggering 85% of Greenlanders do not want to join the US, according to a poll published in January by a Greenlandic newspaper. | Just 6% of people in Greenland support Trump's proposal to annex their homeland. (The remaining 9% are undecided.) Greenland is an autonomous territory of Denmark, although polls have long shown that the majority of people there, who are of indigenous Inuit descent, consider themselves to be a separate country and want formal independence.
(2025-03-20). France Can't Deploy New Air-launched Nuclear-tipped Missiles Before 2035. globalresearch.ca Earlier this month, French President Emmanuel Macron proposed his country take over America's role as the "nuclear protector" of the "old continent". Apparently,
(2025-03-20). Nuclear free Pacific — back to the future, Earthwise talks to David Robie. asiapacificreport.nz Pacific Media Watch Earthwise presenters Lois and Martin Griffiths of Plains FM96.9 radio talk to Dr David Robie, editor of Asia Pacific Report, about heightened global fears of nuclear war as tensions have mounted since US President Donald Trump has returned to power. Dr Robie reminds us that New Zealanders once actively opposed nuclear testing…
(2025-03-20). Shock and Awe. tomdispatch.com Yes, "shock and awe" is back in the second age of Donald Trump. His border czar, Tom Homan, used that very phrase to describe border policy from day one of the new administration and, whether the president has actually said it or not, it's now regularly in headlines, op-eds, and so much else. If you remember, it was the phrase used, in all its glory, to describe America's massive bombing and invasion of Iraq in 2003. (You remember! The country that supposedly threatened us with nuclear weapons but, in fact, didn't have any!) We Americans were, of course, going to shock and awe them. But from that moment on (if no…
(2025-03-20). The humanitarian impacts of nuclear weapons are beyond the capacity of any humanitarian organization to address effectively. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). U.S. control over Ukrainian nuclear power plants? gilbertdoctorow.com Today's news on the Ukrainian front centers on the one-hour telephone conversation between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky yesterday during which Trump suggested that the USA take ownership of Ukraine's nuclear power plants. The BBC's commentators could make no sense of this. Let's give it a try below. Most of Ukraine's nuclear power plants are …
(2025-03-20). Fighting For Empire: Conor McGregor's Far-Right Makeover. mintpressnews.com Conor McGregor was the Trump administration's guest of honor at the White House St. Patrick's Day celebrations. The Irish mixed martial arts champion used the opportunity to promote right-wing, anti-immigration policies for his homeland. "It's about time that America is made aware of what's going on in Ireland. What is going on in Ireland is …
(2025-03-20). Yemeni journalist disappears after threats from Houthi group. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-20). Duterte kidnapping: Déjà vu at The Hague. strategic-culture.su If the rule of law is a pressing concern for the judges of the International Criminal Court, Duterte is as much entitled to the enjoyment of its benefits as are the criminal gangs and drug dealers. | Join us on , , and .
(2025-03-20). Search, rescue ops continue in Tibet's Shigatse following deadly 7.1 magnitude earthquake. presstv.ir Rescue efforts continue in Shigatse region after a devastating earthquake hit Tibet.
(2025-03-20). US offers $15M reward for information on Chinese nationals aiding Iran. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The US Department of State's Rewards for Justice is offering up to $15 million as a reward for information about individuals supporting Iran's IRGC (Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps), naming several Chinese nationals as the target. This comes in hopes of putting a stop to IRGC's financial mechanisms and its various branches including the IRGC-Qods Force. The article published on the US Department of State's official website claims that the IRGC had a hand in funding "terrorist" organizations such as Gaza's Hamas, Lebanon's Hezbollah, and Iran-backed military groups in Iraq by providing them with milit…
(2025-03-20). Il protezionismo di Trump: un'aberrazione senza precedenti o un ritorno al "sistema americano"? strategic-culture.su Il fatto che il nucleo del liberalismo stia ora adottando misure economiche protezionistiche rappresenta anche un colpo ideologico significativo per le élite liberali dei paesi colpiti dall'imperialismo e dallo sfruttamento capitalistico internazionale. | Segue nostro Al di là della questione ucraina e delle critiche all'immigrazione illegale, l'altra caratteristica principale del trumpismo è la difesa delle misure economiche protezio…
(2025-03-20). 8 March: Solidarity with women in Gaza, the DR of the Congo, and of the world at large. cadtm.org
(2025-03-20). (Neo)colonial Offensive in the Democratic Republic of Congo: Solidarity with the people of Congo! cadtm.org
(2025-03-20). 'The left should support a just peace for Ukraine, not a Trump-Putin deal to appease the aggressor': An interview with Ukrainian socialist Denys Pilash. cadtm.org
(2025-03-20). Greece 2015: Varoufakis's Advisers. cadtm.org
(2025-03-20). How Tsipras and Varoufakis's turned their backs on Syriza's platform. cadtm.org
(2025-03-20). "America First" and the Great Upheaval in International Relations. cadtm.org
(2025-03-20). Workshop on Democratizing Investment. cadtm.org
(2025-03-20). Like the good fascists they are, }}{{Trump and his friends will violate international law and all established rules! cadtm.org
(2025-03-20). China's Zhejiang Province to launch AI training for officials. tvbrics.com 
A four-month expert-led program aims to integrate AI into governance…
(2025-03-20). China scientists reveal uniform dark fur colour in early mammal ancestors for the first time. tvbrics.com 
The scientists examined fossils and compared them with data from 116 modern mammals…
(2025-03-20). Experts from BRICS countries speak about theatre development trends in group's countries. tvbrics.com Theatre professionals from Brazil, India, Russia, and South Africa shared the peculiarities of national theatre art…
(2025-03-20). India's coffee exports grow by 40% year-on-year. tvbrics.com 
The state of Karnataka leads production as domestic consumption rises…
(2025-03-20). Iran discovers significant semi-metal reserves of 7,000 tonnes. tvbrics.com 
Antimony plays a crucial role in various sectors…
(2025-03-20). Official representative of Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova: BRICS has enormous potential. tvbrics.com Diplomat names the implementation of the BRICS Kazan Declaration as a priority task…
(2025-03-20). Nowruz: The Persian New Year — History, Traditions, and Significance. tvbrics.com 
This article describes the history, traditions and significance of this day celebrated by millions of people around the world…
(2025-03-20). Russia aims to increase number of foreign tourists to 16 million by 2030. tvbrics.com 
Russia will take part in tourism exhibitions in China, Thailand, and Qatar…
(2025-03-20). Russia recreates ancient Egyptian fashion, art, and everyday life. tvbrics.com 
Reconstructionists sew clothes, dance and play traditional musical instruments…
(2025-03-20). Russian Energy Week to be held in Moscow from 15 to 17 October. tvbrics.com 
The programme is centred around a plenary session, usually attended by Russian President Vladimir Putin…
(2025-03-20). South Africa launches initiative to plant 1 million trees in single day. tvbrics.com 
South Africa's plan seeks to create more sustainable urban environments…
(2025-03-20). South Africa plans to use its G20 presidency to promote investment in Africa. tvbrics.com 
South Africa hosted the first online meeting of the G20 Trade and Investment Working Group…
(2025-03-20). Mass protests in Türkiye over arrest of Istanbul mayor. aljazeera.com Thousands of people in Türkiye are protesting the arrest of Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu.
(2025-03-20). Ethiopia rules out conflict with Eritrea over Red Sea access. aljazeera.com Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed vows peaceful approach via dialogue amid recent fears about possible war between the neighbours.
(2025-03-20). In Yemen's Sanaa, fear and defiance after US bombs. aljazeera.com Yemenis have already lived through years of war but are worried things will get worse if US intensifies its campaign.
(2025-03-20). Kirsty Coventry elected as first woman IOC president. aljazeera.com Coventry wins the race to succeed Thomas Bach and will be first African to become International Olympic Committee chief.
(2025-03-20). 'Lunatic': Trump's long history of abusing judges who oppose him. aljazeera.com From 'radical lunatic', to 'unhinged' and 'unfair', Trump never holds back when showing disapproval of US judges.
(2025-03-20). Russia, Ukraine ramp up drone attacks despite truce talks. aljazeera.com Kyiv strikes a strategic bomber base in Engels while Russia launches a series of drone strikes in eastern Ukraine.
(2025-03-20). Taliban releases US detainee George Glezmann in Trump administration deal. aljazeera.com Glezmann is the third US citizen released by the Taliban since January, as part of agreements brokered by Qatar.
(2025-03-20). Thousands mourn victims of North Macedonia nightclub fire. aljazeera.com Ceremonies held across the country, but main funeral was in Kocani, where 30 victims were buried.
(2025-03-20). Ukraine, Russia to hold talks with US officials in Saudi Arabia next week. aljazeera.com Kyiv and Moscow confirm attendance at separate talks with US officials in Saudi Arabia set for Monday.
(2025-03-20). A year under siege: Meet the Venezuelan leaders trapped in an embassy. aljazeera.com Five members of Venezuela's opposition have sought refuge inside the Argentinian embassy, fearing arrest and repression.
(2025-03-20). As Trump seeks systemic change, does the US have an obligation to refugees? aljazeera.com Experts say Trump is testing vulnerabilities in existing refugee law. The outcome could be transformative.
(2025-03-20). Why Canada should not cancel — for now — the American-made F35 warplanes. aljazeera.com Mark Carney should not tip his hand while fighting a trade war with Trump.
(2025-03-20). Will Trump's policies pay off or will the US fall into recession? aljazeera.com President Donald Trump wants to restructure the US economy. He's promising Americans a boom in wealth.
(2025-03-20). Small town holds mass burial for North Macedonia club fire victims. aljazeera.com The small North Macedonian town of Kocani held a mass burial for victims of the Pulse nightclub fire.
(2025-03-20). Denmark beat sorry Portugal 1-0 in Nations League quarterfinal first-leg. aljazeera.com Hojlund came off the bench to net the winner as his side beat Portugal 1-0 in the first leg of their quarterfinal.
(2025-03-20). Australia thrash Indonesia in AFC World Cup qualifiers. aljazeera.com The win boosts Australia's chance of finishing second in Group C to qualify for the World Cup next year.
(2025-03-20). Japan first team to qualify for 2026 World Cup after victory over Bahrain. aljazeera.com Japan ensure a top two finish with 2-0 win against Bahrain in Group C of Asia qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
(2025-03-20). What does living in space do to the human body? aljazeera.com Spending months in space is brutal on the human body. Some effects may last a lifetime. Voice by AI.
(2025-03-20). Kirsty Coventry elected as first female president of IOC. aljazeera.com The International Olympic Committee elected Kirsty Coventry as its first female president with a single round of voting.
(2025-03-20). Finland takes top spot, US gets lowest-ever rank in World Happiness Report. aljazeera.com The US fell to 24th place amid a rise in social isolation, while Costa Rica and Mexico break into the top 10.
(2025-03-20). All to know about the IPL 2025: Captains, schedule, prize money, venues. aljazeera.com From big-name players to key talking points, Al Jazeera's lowdown on T20 cricket's most lucrative franchise league.
(2025-03-20). The Baltic States' and Poland's Withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention Won't Change Much. globalresearch.ca The Baltic States' and Poland's Defense Ministers issued a
(2025-03-20). The Trauma Will Be Instagrammed: Wombat Handlings Down Under. counterpunch.org 
The influencer might be defined as a modern, junked cretin of arrested moral and ethical capacity — with specific skills. Such an individual, for instance, is often able to use technological platforms with aptitude for two mundane purposes: to manipulate the gullible and rake in the cash. The essence of this effort lies in the technology. Drone drumming
(2025-03-20). Assassin's Creed Shadows receives mixed reviews, poor voice acting and gay romance. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Ubisoft's savior or breaker, Assassin's Creed Shadows, is finally out after a series of delays and countless controversies. While several game journalism outlets are praising the game, many content creators have criticized its flaws, leading to debate and speculation on social media. Days before its release, several game journalist outlets took to social media with high reviews including IGN, VGC, Dexerto, and many more, stating that Assassin's Creed Shadows is the breath of fresh air, the franchise has needed since Oddysey for its quality of life adjustments, less bloated open world compared to Valhal…
(2025-03-20). Last Ebola patients discharged as MoH starts 42-day countdown to end outbreak. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Health has embarked on a 42-day count-down to end the Sudan Ebola Virus outbreak after they announced on Wednesday that they currently have no active cases following the discharge of the two patients who were receiving treatment at Mulago National and Fort Portal Regional Referral hospitals. …
(2025-03-20). Museveni Breaks Ground for Bunyoro Public University Construction. plusnews.ug 
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has officially presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for the long-awaited Bunyoro Public University. The event took place at Nyantwe Cell, Buhimba Town Council in Kikuube District, where the university will be constructed on a 100-acre piece of land donated by Dr. Henry Wamani. Museveni acknowledged that financial constraints had delayed the establishment …
(2025-03-20). US might not cut pledged Pacific aid, says NZ foreign minister. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Alex Willemyns for Radio Free Asia The Trump administration might let hundreds of millions of dollars in aid pledged to Pacific island nations during former President Joe Biden's time in office stand, says New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters. The Biden administration pledged about $1 billion in aid to the Pacific to help counter China's influence…
(2025-03-20). SATIRE: Trump Pulls U.S. Out Of House Hunters International. theonion.com WASHINGTON—In a move that stunned the global real estate community, President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday pulling the United States out of House Hunters International. "We're not benefiting from those perfect little apartments in Barcelona, so why should the U.S. foot the bill?" said Trump, who called out China for not paying its fair share …
(2025-03-20). Rescue workers search for survivors after powerful quake strikes China's Tibet. presstv.ir Rescue workers search rubble for survivors after powerful quake strikes China's Tibet.
(2025-03-20). Teemu Ruskola: The Making of the Chinese Working Class. newleftreview.org Drawing inspiration from Edward Thompson's classic study, a comparative analysis of the forces that have shaped and re-shaped China's labouring masses, as wave upon wave of 'new enclosures' complete the proletarianization of the peasantry.
(2025-03-20). Canada says China executed 4 Canadians earlier this year. scmp.com Canada condemns executions of 'dual citizens' as Chinese embassy says China always imposes severe penalties on drug-related crimes.
(2025-03-20). US House chair asks American universities to reveal info on their Chinese nationals. scmp.com Citing national security, head of select committee on China's Communist Party targets Stanford, Carnegie Mellon and other top institutions.
(2025-03-20). As US Justice Department shifts focus from foreign agents, will that ease Chinese cases? scmp.com US Attorney General Pam Bondi disbands a task force and cuts back on foreign registration cases, but analysts say any relief may be limited.
(2025-03-20). Why China and Europe are competing to woo Central Asia. scmp.com Both powers are interested in the region's resources, from natural gas to uranium, and the potential of the trans-Caspian transport route.
(2025-03-20). As China modernises its navy, the US races to stay ahead. scmp.com As the US focuses on shipbuilding to operate among rivals in the Pacific and Arctic, it must overcome financial and technological hurdles.
(2025-03-20). China's finance ministry to issue sovereign green bonds in London. scmp.com Move was first flagged at UK-China Economic and Financial Dialogue in January.
(2025-03-20). Big oil going green at even faster pace>. ecns.cn China's national oil companies are accelerating their transition toward cleaner energy practices, focusing on the efficient utilization of fossil fuels and the integration of oil, gas and renewable energy resources.
(2025-03-20). Year of vitality seen for real estate sector. ecns.cn China's new quality productive forces and improved consumption are expected to inject vitality into the real estate sector, making 2025 a year of accumulating strength and generating energy, according to industry reports.
(2025-03-20). China surges 14.5% power generation yearly. ecns.cn China's total installed power generation capacity surged 14.5 percent year-on-year in the first two months of 2024, driven by significant increases in solar and wind power.
(2025-03-20). China's dual-fuel 8,600-vehicle carrier sets 200-day construction record: media report. ecns.cn China's independently developed dual-fuel car carrier with a capacity of packing 8,600 vehicles was delivered on Thursday. Its hull assembly and commissioning time at the dock and shipyard were reduced to just 200 days.
(2025-03-20). Cherry blossoms boost tourism, economy in central China. ecns.cn As spring unfolds in central China's Hubei Province, cherry blossoms are in full bloom, driving a surge in flower-viewing tours.
(2025-03-20). 6.067 million metric tons of manganese deposit found in SW China. ecns.cn China has discovered a huge manganese deposit with an overall reserve estimated to exceed 6.067 million metric tons in Maoliwan, Sichuan Province, according to the local natural resource department on Wednesday.
(2025-03-20). Innovation, consumption key to growth. ecns.cn China is doubling down on technological innovation, particularly in areas like artificial intelligence and humanoid robots, to prop up economic vibrancy this year, hedge against escalating tariff threats from Washington, and counter sluggish domestic demand.
(2025-03-20). Top foreign CEOs head to China for meeting. ecns.cn Top foreign CEOs will flock to China to attend the annual China Development Forum in Beijing, Reuters reported on Monday.
(2025-03-20). Xi inspects southwest China's Yunnan Province. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, inspected the city of Lijiang, southwest China's Yunnan Province, on Wednesday afternoon.
(2025-03-20). Washington urged to end blockade on Havana. ecns.cn China has blasted the United States for making "forced labor" an excuse for suppressing dissidence, urging Washington to stop the blockade and sanctions on Cuba in any name.
(2025-03-20). Xi emphasizes sustainable, healthy growth of cultural, tourism industry. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, visited the Old Town of Lijiang in Southwest China's Yunnan province on Wednesday afternoon, stressing the sustainable and healthy development of the cultural and tourism industry.
(2025-03-20). Xi visits flower industry park in Southwest China's Yunnan province. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, visited a modern flower industry park in the city of Lijiang, Southwest China's Yunnan province, on Wednesday afternoon.
(2025-03-20). China achieves world's first microsatellite-based, real-time quantum key distribution. ecns.cn China has achieved the world's first real-time space-to-ground quantum key distribution between a quantum microsatellite and lightweight, portable ground stations, according to the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) on Thursday.
(2025-03-20). Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan residents can apply for temporary electronic mainland travel permits. ecns.cn China's central government announced Thursday that two new measures aimed at facilitating travel and residency for residents of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan on the mainland took effect on Thursday.
(2025-03-20). Shanghai revved up for sell-out GP. ecns.cn The newly renovated Shanghai International Circuit is ready to welcome the Chinese Grand Prix on March 21.Completed in May 2004 and shaped like the Chinese character shang, the Shanghai International Circuit became China's first F1-certified track after FIA approval in June that same year.
(2025-03-20). China, Uzbekistan launch Beijing- Central Asia freight train. ecns.cn The first Beijing – Tashkent, Central Asia freight train was launched on Wednesday. The freight train is expected to travel about 14 days to Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan.
(2025-03-20). Maritime-air rescue drill conducted in S China. ecns.cn China conducted a large-scale maritime-air rescue drill in southern China's Hainan Province on Wednesday, showcasing the country's latest advancements in maritime rescue technology and capability.
(2025-03-20). HKJC, CTSHK collaborate to promote Hong Kong's unique attractions. ecns.cn The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) and China Travel Service (Holdings) Hong Kong Limited (CTSHK) signed a memorandum of understanding in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on Wednesday, marking a new chapter in their strategic partnership across tourism, sports, culture, and youth exchanges, including joint promotion of equestrian tourism.
(2025-03-20). The EU: Middle Child of Global Politics Needs to Grow Up. counterpunch.org 
European Union leaders often speak of unity, sustainability and long-term vision, yet the EU's recent actions, from its abandonment of its already insufficient sustainability regulations to its rearmament plan, both of which bypassed democratic processes, instead prioritising corporate lobby groups, suggest it is trapped in myopic thinking, reacting to events set in motion by big
(2025-03-20). The Masses Were Saying Things Were Good, Not the Democrats. counterpunch.org 
The best way to get published in an elite media outlet is to say that the people were right in thinking things were bad in 2024, and the Democrats were wrong in trying to tell people things were good. Both parts of that line are wrong, but hey, when did outlets like the New York
(2025-03-20). Conflating Recreation With Conservation is Not Wilderness Preservation. counterpunch.org 
In the final hours of the 118th Congress, the Senate took up and passed the EXPLORE Act, which former President Biden signed into law on January 6. Some of our members reached out, confused after seeing other conservation nonprofits urging support for this bill, even as Wilderness Watch opposed it. News articles covering the EXPLORE
(2025-03-20). Massive Deforestation Project That Threatens Grizzlies, Lynx and Wolverine Halted. counterpunch.org 
Thanks to our threat to sue the Forest Service over using a categorical exclusion to avoid analyzing impacts on bull trout, grizzly bears, and lynx, a massive deforestation project in Montana's Bitterroot Valley has been halted. The Forest Service's Eastside Project authorized 15,000-45,000 acres of tree cutting and burning per year for 20 years and
(2025-03-20). Letter from London: A Figure, a Woman, Reads on Some Steps. counterpunch.org The birdsong arrives before the passenger jets. The clouds from the window stretch all the way to the English Channel. Chinooks carry dignitaries to and from Brussels. London wakes early. A little scooter sound makes you think of Truffaut. One car always over-revs its engine. We have had enough of conflict for one week. By
(2025-03-20). Beyond Western Hegemony: A Call for Middle Eastern Media Autonomy. counterpunch.org 
(2025-03-20). Behind the Numbers Lies Austerity and Authoritarianism. counterpunch.org 
The Trump administration likes numbers. Numbers of dollars spent on his campaign and numbers of federal workers fired. Numbers of dollars the rich will get back after tax cuts and numbers of dollars that will be saved by throwing people off their health insurance (Medicaid) and food subsidies(SNAP). Then there's the numbers regarding immigrants being
(2025-03-20). The Long Shadow of Berlin: Capitalism, Colonialism, and the Legacy of 1885. counterpunch.org 
February 26th marked the 140th anniversary of one of the most consequential events in the history of Western imperialism: the signing of the General Act at the Berlin Conference of 1885. Convened by German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, the conference sought to prevent any unsportsmanlike behaviour among the Great Powers as they set about plundering
(2025-03-20). Stepan Bandera's Sinister MI6 Alliance Exposed. covertactionmagazine.com October 15, 2024, marked the 65th anniversary of Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN-B) and Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA) founder Stepan Bandera's assassination by the KGB in Munich, in then-West Germany. The date passed without mention anywhere. This may reflect how prior public commemorations of the life and death of Nazi collaborator Bandera—widely credited as the …
(2025-03-20). Selected Articles: COVID Vaccination Batches Officially Confirmed as GMO. Slovak Republic. globalresearch.ca 
By The doctor is calling upon the Slovak government take action to destroy the remaining vaccines and demand reimbursement for the costs of purchasing them …
(2025-03-20). Cuba's Deputy PM calls in India for biotechnology cooperation. plenglish.com Speaking at a session on healthcare partnerships, Martinez highlighted India's infrastructure and Cuba's advancements, suggesting collaborative projects for large-scale generic drug and biotechnological product production. | He also emphasized joint efforts to prepare for future health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Martinez cited Cuba's success with Heberprot-P, a highly effective diabetic foot treatment reducing amputation risk by over 80% and impacting more than 30 countries, and its COVID-19 vaccines, which saved lives in Cuba and globally. | The session also featured Grenada's Health Minister Philip Tel…
(2025-03-20). "Murder the Truth": David Enrich on Right-Wing Campaign to Silence Journalists & Protect the Powerful. democracynow.org 
The new book Murder the Truth: Fear, the First Amendment, and a Secret Campaign to Protect the Powerful by The New York Times business investigations editor David Enrich chronicles an ongoing campaign by the wealthy and powerful to overturn the landmark Supreme Court decision New York Times Co. v. Sullivan, which in 1964 established bedrock protections against spurious defamation and libel cases in the U.S. legal system. By "subject[ing] people to this torturous, long-running and extremely expensive legal process," those who can afford to pay for expensive and threatening defamation lawsuits can silen…
(2025-03-20). Disappeared: U.S. Sends Venezuelan LGBTQ Asylum Seeker to El Salvador's Version of Guantánamo. democracynow.org 
A legal battle is continuing between the Trump administration and a federal judge over the president's invocation of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to expel over 130 immigrants from the United States to a "mega-prison" in El Salvador over claims that they are members of a Venezuelan gang. Margaret Cargioli, an attorney who is representing one of the men, an LGBTQ asylum seeker who did not have a deportation order when he was effectively disappeared by ICE, says the unilateral expulsion of asylum seekers is "extremely unusual and concerning." Cargioli's client "was not deporte…
(2025-03-20). Around 100 robots to assist guests at 2025 ZGC Forum. ecns.cn Nearly 100 robots will serve as intelligent assistants for guests at the 2025 Zhongguancun Forum, scheduled to take place next week, offering participants a cutting-edge conference experience, a senior official said on Thursday.
(2025-03-20). (W.E. Talk) Thomas Michael: The Westward Transmission of Eastern Learning—Why Does Daoist Thought Resonate More Profoundly. ecns.cn As a classic work of Daoism, the Daodejing has been translated into nearly a hundred languages, making it the most translated Chinese cultural classic. The philosophical concepts of Daoism such as "Dao (ÈÅì)", "governing by doing nothing (Êó ‰∏∫ËÄåÊ≤ª)", and "the merged unity of heaven and man (§©‰∫∫Âêà‰∏Ä)" have fascinated many Western scholars. On the occasion of the second Wuyi Forum, Thomas Michael, an American scholar and researcher at the School of Philosophy of…
(2025-03-20). Shanghai boosts service sector for tech-driven growth, consumption. ecns.cn The high-quality development of the service industry in Shanghai should aim for better serving technology advancement and boosting consumption, according to a new guideline released by the municipal government.
(2025-03-20). Beijing plans big commercial projects. ecns.cn Beijing is revamping its commercial landscape to boost domestic consumption, with plans to transform 12 traditional commercial districts and introduce 1 million square meters of new commercial space by the end of this year.
(2025-03-20). Beautiful coastal mud flats in Xiapu. ecns.cn Xiapu County is blessed with sinuate seashore along with numerous tidal flats, islands and reefs.
(2025-03-20). Overwintering seagulls in coastal city Qingdao attract tourists. ecns.cn
(2025-03-20). For the hostages in Gaza, the Red Cross is neutral – but we are not bystanders. icrc.org Neutrality provides us with the ability to try and influence both sides to act in accordance with the laws of war…
(2025-03-20). Egyptian and Qatari FMs discussed Cairo conference preparations for Gaza reconstruction: Egyptian Foreign Ministry. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-03-20). Palestinians say Arabs not doing enough to help Gaza: poll. newarab.com 
More than two-thirds of Palestinians do not believe that Arab and Islamic countries are doing enough to protect people in The survey, conducted by the The results indicate widespread di…
(2025-03-20). White House Expels South African Ambassador. globalresearch.ca Republic of South Africa diplomat Ebrahim Rasool was declared persona non grata by the United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on March 14. | Relations between Pretoria and Washington have deteriorated even further in recent years under both the administrations …
(2025-03-20). "–ö–∞–¥ —ò–µ —Ä–∞—Ç –≤—Ä–∞—õ–µ–Ω —É –ï–≤—Ä–æ–ø—É" globalresearch.ca –ò–∑–∞—à–ª–∞ —ò–µ –∏–∑ —à—Ç–∞–º–ø–µ –Ω–æ–≤–∞ –∫—ö–∏–≥–∞ "–ö–∞–¥ —ò–µ —Ä–∞—Ç –≤—Ä–∞—õ–µ–Ω —É –ï–≤—Ä–æ–&osla…
(2025-03-20). Europe: Why Do the Elites Want to Take Us to War? globalresearch.ca The European elites were worried about the first protests of a once submissive and uncritical population. Thus, the high cost of living, the economic recession and the collapse of the welfare state's house of cards have shaken the socio-economic framework …
(2025-03-20). Beyond the Law: What It Means to Weaponize the Government. globalresearch.ca " President Trump's
(2025-03-20). Canada Faces Fundamental Choices. globalresearch.ca Radical pronouncements from the new American president have galvanised Canadian society and government alike. They have united Canadians and greatly improved the chances of the ruling Liberal party to win the forthcoming elections. President Trump has made consistent threats to …
(2025-03-20). Understanding the New World Order and Positioning Türkiye. globalresearch.ca The world order, which is known as the so-called American Peace (Pax Americana), which was established on mutual balance with the Soviets after 1945, experienced its first change in 1990 with the collapse of the Soviet Union and the change …
(2025-03-20). Mitochondrial Dysfunction Sparks Inflammation and Cancer Risk. globalresearch.ca Suppression of mitochondrial ATP production prevents apoptosis and activates the NLRP3 inflammasome, a key player in inflammation and disease | Inhibitors of oxidative phosphorylation (OXPHOS) lead to changes in mitochondrial cristae structure and retention of cytochrome c, which is necessary for …
(2025-03-20). Arabic now part of Global Medical Device Nomenclature System. ummid.com The Arabic language has been officially incorporated into the Global Medical Device Nomenclature (GMDN) System in a historic announcement made during the International Healthcare Technology Management Conference held in Riyadh this February.
(2025-03-20). Call for entries for the 2025 Humanitarian Visa d'Or award. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). Human Dignity and Legal Duty Make the Case for Enforcing the Laws of War. icrc.org Upholding the laws of war is essential for immediate humanitarian relief—and long-term conflict resolution.
(2025-03-20). Yemeni Armed Forces Target Ben Gurion Airport, Strike USS Harry Truman Anew. english.almanar.com.lb The Yemeni Armed Forces announced on Thursday morning the launching of a hypersonic ballistic missile at Ben Gurion Airport in occupied Jaffa. They also carried out a large-scale attack on the USS Harry Truman and its strike group for the fifth consecutive day. In a televised statement, Yemeni Armed Forces spokesman Brigadier General Yahya Saree …
(2025-03-20). The 23rd Red Cross IHL Moot (Asia-Pacific Region) Championship goes to Singapore Management University. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). Good news: Transforming pain through song. icrc.org Through a song of hope and resilience, Peru's younger generations are sharing their good news with missing loved ones — family members they have never stopped searching for.
(2025-03-20). Iraq: Restoring Livelihoods That War Left in Ruins. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). India: Decade-long partnership with CURE India concludes successfully. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). Peru: Soldiers at VRAEM bases learn the rules of war. icrc.org Better knowledge of the law fosters greater respect for civilians and better protection for all they hold dear.
(2025-03-20). Philippines: ICRC and Marawi City Water District improve delivery of water supply for residents of Marawi. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). Reneging on cluster munitions ban endangers civilian lives and erodes IHL. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). South Sudan: Using sports and arts to combat sexual and gender-based violence. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). DRC/Burundi/Uganda/Rwanda: Families search for their loved ones as cross-border displacement surges. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). Georgia: Remains of six people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). ICRC Warns of Civilian Harm as Cluster Munitions Ban is Eroded. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). ICRC activities in Jordan: Facts & Figures 2024. icrc.org An overview of ICRC activities in Jordan in 2024…
(2025-03-20). Myanmar: Operational Facts and Figures — January to December 2024. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). The ICRC: Frequently asked questions about our work. icrc.org
(2025-03-20). Can Elephant and Dragon Dance Together. infobrics.org The dragon and the elephant can move in tandem, provided they commit to mutual respect and equitable partnership, Maj. Gen. RPS Bhadauria writes…
(2025-03-20). Differences Between BRICS and G7, Which One is Stronger. infobrics.org The contrasting conditions of the two informal federations have focused public attention on the nature of the rivalry between them. BRICS vs. G7? Which is stronger in terms of economic growth?>
(2025-03-20). Building a Supplementary Financial Architecture in Times of Turmoil. infobrics.org The BRICS summit in Kazan was about making the first steps towards the reforming of the international financial system so that it promotes, rather than hinders, the economic development of countries while de-risking transactions between them. If the existing international financial system does not serve its principal purpose of facilitating financial transactions between nations and compensating for the disbalances in international trade then a growing number of countries will seek to establish additional pillars in the financial architecture…
(2025-03-20). Norway's arms supplies to Ukraine could have grave outcome. infobrics.org By escalating its role, Norway inevitably invites Russian retaliation, whether through economic pressure, or military posturing along their shared Arctic frontier. Large-scale arms supplies entrench a proxy attrition war at the expense of Ukrainian lives and European security.
(2025-03-20). Greco-Turkish confrontation looming, could escalate and engulf the entire region. infobrics.org Ankara is seeking to expand its influence in Southeast Europe. To that end, it's preparing to ratify military agreements with several countries, including Albania, North Macedonia and the narco-terrorist entity in the NATO-occupied Serbian province of Kosovo and Metohia. For its part, Greece sees this as an attempt to encircle it with enemies, with Ankara establishing a strategic presence and expanding influence behind Athens' back.
(2025-03-20). EU gives Ukraine a billion euro boost. plenglish.com "With this ‚Ǩ1 billion payment today, we reiterate our strong commitment to Ukraine. We are helping the country's economy to stay on track and rebuild damaged critical infrastructure,"European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said. | According to her, the EU will continue to support Kiev "as long as it takes" in the light of the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian conflict. | Thus, the bloc increased its contribution to the so-called Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration Initiative (EIA), i.e. to the G7 credit of up to 50 billion dollars, repayable with the proceeds from the immobilization of Russia…
(2025-03-20). Perry Anderson: Idées-forces. newleftreview.org What weight should be given to the role of ideas in moments of radical change, as opposed to that of material interests and forces? From the Reformation to the Enlightenment, rise of Marxism and hegemony of neoliberalism, lessons for a system-changing left.
(2025-03-20). Towards socialism? Lauesen's 'Long Transition' resurrects an infantile disorder. peoplesworld.org 
Torkil Lauesen's book The Long Transition: Towards Socialism and the End of Capitalism presents an ambitious yet ultimately mixed analysis of Marxist political movements, tracing the historical trajectory of socialist struggles from the mid-nineteenth century to the present. While his arguments are often well-articulated and his criticisms insightful, they are also interwoven with sectarian biases …
(2025-03-20). Algeria: Colonisation and racism. internationalviewpoint.org Jean-Michel Apathie, a well-known French mainstream columnist, was suspended from the RTL television channel on 5 March after pointing out that France had committed massacres during the colonisation of Algeria. | – | / |
(2025-03-20). Nearly 200 migrants deported from US, all men, arrive in Venezuela. presstv.ir Two planes carrying Venezuelan migrants deported from the US landed at Venezuela's La Guaira airport.
(2025-03-20). Pakistani PM embarks on four-day visit to Saudi Arabia. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Jeddah on Wednesday for a four-day official visit to Saudi Arabia, aiming to enhance economic cooperation, boost trade, and promote investment between the two nations.Jeddah Governor Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Jalawi welcomed the Pakistani premier at the airport, alongside Ambassador Ahmed Farooq, Consul General Khalid Majeed, and other diplomatic officials.Accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar, key federal ministers, and senior officials, Shehbaz is set to meet Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin S…
(2025-03-20). US Senate Democrats demand reversal of CDC mass firings. scmp.com Firings puts lives of Americans and people across the world at risk, senators argue.
(2025-03-20). Orchestra attempts to silence pianist Jayson Gillham on Palestine a second time. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). CPJ, partners urge Peruvian lawmakers to reject bill that could harm press freedom. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-20). Russian president accepts invitation to visit Türkiye. plenglish.com/feed/ Moscow, Mar 20 (Prensa Latina) Russia's President Vladimir Putin has accepted the invitation made by his Turkish counterpart, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, to visit Türkiye, Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov informed on Thursday.
(2025-03-20). Tokyo subway sarin gas terrorist attack remembered in Japan. plenglish.com Tokyo, Mar 20 (Prensa Latina)Tokyo Metro employees and Japanese citizens commemorated the 30th anniversary of the sarin gas subway attack today, remembering the victims of the Aum Shinrikyo sect's act of terror.
(2025-03-20). Azerbaijan, Cuba hold consular and migratory consultations. plenglish.com Baku, Mar 20 (Prensa Latina) Azerbaijan and Cuba, through their Consular Directorates, held for the first time consular and migratory consultations, Cuban Ambassador to Baku, Carlos Valdes, told Prensa Latina on Thursday.
(2025-03-20). Italy dismantles drug trafficking network from the Netherlands. plenglish.com Rome, Mar 20 (Prensa Latina) Italian State Police forces reportedly dismantled today a network dedicated to the illegal trafficking of narcotics from the Netherlands, with the capture of five alleged drug dealers.
(2025-03-20). Panamanian workers prepare strike against insurance law. plenglish.com Fernando àÅbrego, the general secretary of the Panamanian Teachers Association (Asoprof), stated that teachers across various regions and schools in the country have begun preparations for the work stoppage. He advised parents not to send their children to school tomorrow, Friday. | àÅbrego emphasized that the protest aims to repeal the government-backed initiative that privatizes the CSS and permits CSS funds to be transferred to banks and pension management companies. He mentioned that during discussions among different groups, there may be a decision to extend the strike indefinitely until the repe…
(2025-03-20). Access to RSS feeds is rejected. reliefweb.int/rss.xml Your large amount of concurrent requests for RSS data causes problems. Use the API or contact ops@reliefweb.int…
(2025-03-20). 'Russia Will Be Hungry for More if Europe Doesn't Unite to Protect Ukraine'. bylinetimes.com 
(2025-03-20). Eyewitness video shows moment of plane crash in Kazakhstan. presstv.ir A passenger plane flying from Azerbaijan to Russia crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan.
(2025-03-20). Ukraine attacks Engels-2 airbase in Saratov, Russia. albawaba.com 
(2025-03-20). Kremlin: Russia, US to discuss Ukraine peace at talks in Jeddah. newarab.com 
Russia and the U.S. will discuss ways to ensure safe shipping in the Black Sea at talks on a After Russian forces made gains in 2024,
(2025-03-20). Serbia is once again trying to oust an authoritarian. What can we learn from its past success? wagingnonviolence.org 
(2025-03-20). The Trump Tariff Challenge and the Rule of Capital. socialistproject.ca 
As Canadians sift through the rubble of Trump's latest salvo and steel themselves for the next in the back-and-forth of the US-Canada trade war, there is increasing interest, especially on the left, in an alternative, independent path for Canada. But in the understandable renewal of interest in attempts like that of the Waffle's pursuit of left economic nationalism in the NDP of the 1960s and 70s, it is essential as socialists that we do not miss one of the most important lessons that can be gleaned from Trump's tariff gambit: the aspiring 'King Donald' has thus far been constrained by the same forces that lim…
(2025-03-20). Socialist Alliance launches Sydney, NSW Senate campaign with communities in struggle. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). U.S. renews airstrikes on Sana'a, injuring 7 women. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The U.S. has resumed airstrikes on Yemen's capital, Sana'a, with attacks hitting a function hall under construction and a residential neighborhood in the Al-Thawra district. At least seven women and two children were injured.Videos from Sana'a show massive flames and destruction, with a function hall reduced to ashes. The latest strikes also targeted multiple locations in Al-Bayda Governorate, central Yemen.Over the past five days, the U.S. has launched an intensified bombing campaign across Yemen, causing hundreds of casualties and widespread infrastructure damage. The escalation follows US President D…
(2025-03-20). Greece: the mass movement is back on track! internationalviewpoint.org February 28 was a historic day for Greece. The general strike represented the biggest mobilization at least since the fall of the military junta, in 1974, if not in the history of the Greek state altogether. Unprecedented rallies took place in more than 260 cities, including dozens abroad, as far as Argentina, South Korea, and Australia. | – | / |
(2025-03-20). UK aided Trump's deadly bombing of Yemen. strategic-culture.su The Starmer government provided aerial refueling for U.S. jets during airstrikes on Yemen last weekend that killed 53 people, including women and children, Iona Craig reports. | By Iona CRAIG | Join us on , , and . | Cont…
(2025-03-20). A Challenge to the Democratic Party. davidswanson.org Dear Democratic Party, Your new approach strikes me as not terribly different from your old approach. Would this be a fair and accurate summary of your new approach? Make any corrections or additions you like, please. Have no policy platform. Be pro-war military veterans. Be accepting of the Republican agenda. Seem authentic and humble. Tolerate …
(2025-03-20). San Jose transit workers go on historic strike. peoplesworld.org 
San Jose, Calif.—On Monday, March 10, 1,500 Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 265 members who work in Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) went on strike, the first since the company's founding in 1973. The ATU and VTA entered negotiations in August. A key concern the ATU raised is‚Äå arbitration and wages. Transit workers intended to finish …
(2025-03-20). 26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana files request with Chief Justice to stop extradition; US Supreme Court likely to review plea. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The US Supreme Court is likely to review 26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana's application seeking a stay on his extradition to India. Rana has filed a new request with Chief Justice John Rober | 26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana files request with Chief Justice to stop extradition; US Supreme Court likely to review plea…
(2025-03-20). American detainee freed in a Qatari-brokered deal with Taliban. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- An American citizen detained in Afghanistan for over two years has been released in a deal brokered by Qatar, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Thursday.George Glezmann, 66, a Delta Airlines mechanic, was freed after weeks of negotiations led by Qatari and U.S. officials. Rubio confirmed that Glezmann is now en route to the United States, where he will reunite with his wife, Aleksandra. A U.S. official told
(2025-03-20). A prisà£o de Duterte: Um alerta para Bukele. strategic-culture.su
(2025-03-20). The EU's new army. The final nail in the project's coffin? strategic-culture.su The EU army idea is actually more complicated than you might think, Martin Jay writes. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | It use…
(2025-03-20). Not going for Odessa would be a mistake. strategic-culture.su Moscow should not ignore the historical, symbolic, and geostrategic relevance of Odessa | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Odess…
(2025-03-20). PNG and Bougainville to hold more talks on independence issue. asiapacificreport.nz By Don Wiseman, RNZ Pacific senior journalist The parties involved in talks aimed at resolving an impasse over Bougainville's push for independence are planning to meet several more times before a deadline in June. The leaders of Papua New Guinea and Bougainville have been meeting all week in Port Moresby, with former New Zealand Governor-General…
(2025-03-20). Mexico: Organisations reject the 30-year imprisonment sentence against Pablo López Alavez. fidh.org
(2025-03-20). Domestic Abuse Charity Compares Council to 'Abuse Perpetrator After Funding Slashed With Little Warning'. bylinetimes.com 
The head of one of the country's biggest domestic abuse charities has compared the actions of Cheshire East Council with that of a "domestic abuse perpetrator". | The council told the charity in mid-January that it plans to stop funding MyCWA — "The council has been very bullying," Saskia Lightburn-Ritchie claimed to Byline Times, adding: "It's the same approach as a domestic ab…
(2025-03-20). Gavin Newsom delayed his own 'nation-leading' plastic policy. Why? grist.org 
(2025-03-20). Why a tree-planting nonprofit in Chicago is suing the Trump administration. grist.org 
This coverage is made possible through a partnership between Reverend Brian Sauder had good news in January for 58 faith-based organizations across the Midwest. His Chicago environmental nonprofit,
(2025-03-20). Iran: NGOs call for the renewal of the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Iran. fidh.org
(2025-03-20). The Crazy Reason Trump Went After Yemen. youtu.be
(2025-03-20). Justice, truth and reparations for victims of Mozambique's post elections violence. fidh.org
(2025-03-20). Brutal repression of retirees' protest in Argentina. fidh.org
(2025-03-20). 'Caught off guard': EPA proposes to fire hundreds of scientists. grist.org 
The mood was grim at a town hall meeting called by the Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday. The gathering came one day after The New York Times reported
(2025-03-20). Rodrigo Duterte's ICC Trial: A Legal Battle of Global Significance. asia-pacificresearch.com
(2025-03-20). Trump's Political Deportations Harken Back To The Red Scare. progressivehub.net KIM PHILLIPS-FEIN | JACOBIN…
(2025-03-20). SATIRE: Am I Ugly? theonion.com 
So this is kind of awkward but it's been on my mind lately and I know it's probably nothing but I've gotta ask. And be honest, because I need someone I can count on to tell the truth. Okay, so…do you think I look ugly? Ugh, this is so embarrassing! I've just been getting this …
(2025-03-20). SATIRE: Former Cult Leader Reveals How He Escaped Needy Followers. theonion.com
(2025-03-20). SATIRE: Harvard Announces Free Tuition For Families Making Under $200,000. theonion.com 
Harvard announced that undergraduate tuition will be free for students of families who make annual incomes of $200,000 or less, a move intended to make the prestigious institution "affordable to more students than ever." What do you think?
(2025-03-20). SATIRE: Single Man Sits On Own Hand Before Dialing 911 So It Feels Like Someone Else Cares. theonion.com EVERETT, WA—In an effort to emulate the pleasurable sensation of contact with another person, single man Henry Goldfarb reportedly sat on his own hand before dialing 911 Thursday to make it feel like someone else cared. "If you use your imagination, it basically feels just as good as having somebody call emergency services for you," …
(2025-03-20). SATIRE: Study: 93% Of Individuals With One Earbud In Receiving Top-Secret Commands From HQ. theonion.com WASHINGTON—Despite the risks to national security from revealing such confidential information, the Pew Research Center released a study Thursday proving that 93% of individuals with one earbud in are receiving top-secret commands from HQ. "Nearly every person you see in public wearing a single earbud is currently undertaking a clandestine mission on behalf of an …
(2025-03-20). SATIRE: Trump Announces SEAL Team 6 Killed U.S. Protester In Daring Overnight Raid. theonion.com WASHINGTON—Addressing the nation to reveal that one of the greatest threats facing the country had been eradicated, President Donald Trump announced Thursday that SEAL Team Six had killed a U.S. protester in a daring overnight raid. "Tonight, I can report to the American people and to the world that the United States has conducted an …
(2025-03-20). SATIRE: 'Ugly' Blobfish Named Fish of the Year. theonion.com 
Previously holding the title of "world's ugliest animal," the lumpy, jelly-like, deep-sea blobfish redeemed its reputation this week when it was crowned Fish of the Year by a New Zealand environmental group. What do you think?
(2025-03-20). SATIRE: What To Know About Beef Tallow. theonion.com Beef tallow, also known as rendered beef fat, is trending among beauty and health influencers. Here is everything you need to know about the by-product. Q: What is beef tallow used for? A: Cooking, skincare, and fixing squeaky cows. Q: Why should I cook with it? A: To crisp up those soft, supple arteries. Q: …
(2025-03-20). Who Would You Hench For? realprogressives.org 
Recently, a friend asked me: if I could be a henchwoman for any villain in movies, TV, or any media, who would I choose? I chose the DC comic book villain Lex Luthor. Working for his business, LexCorp, would just be a 9-to-5 job with a 401(k) and a dental plan, with the bonus of never having to fight Superman or any other hero. Why would they bother fighting a low-level office worker? | In comic books, wealth is a superpower. The ability to make henchmen do their bidding is the only way most villains can stand up to heroes, and it allows heroes to focus on what they want to do. Batman, for instance, can mainta…
(2025-03-20). Egypt To Develop 500-Megawatt Wind Farm With Siemens Gamesa. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-20). Somalia Backs Qatar's Mediation in DRC-Rwanda Talks. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-20). Government Tightens Grip as Social Media Users Seized Over Istanbul Mayor Uproar. themedialine.org 
(2025-03-20). Parents and Children Warned Against Buying Roblox-Inspired Toy Containing Toxic Chemicals. pressenza.com 
Toxics watchdog BAN Toxics has issued a warning to parents and children against buying toys inspired by the popular online game "Roblox" due to the presence of toxic lead and other harmful chemicals. | In a recent market monitoring, BAN Toxics purchased and tested the mini-action figure toy from an ambulant vendor in Quezon City. The sample was analyzed using a Vanta C Series HH XRF Analyzer, which revealed toxic lead levels of up to 1,460 parts per million (ppm), along with other hazardous chemicals such as antimony, arsenic, bromine, chromium, and mercury. | The toy likewise failed to meet the existing product…
(2025-03-20). Trump's betrayal of America's social contract and global standing. onlineopinion.com.au Trump's betrayal of the ideals and values that America has embraced and which made it an unrivaled nation is tragic. Every Republican with a conscience should rise and put America first.
(2025-03-20). 'Reward to dictators': CPJ stands with thousands of journalists harmed by Trump's dismantling of VOA, Radio Free outlets. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-20). CPJ urges US Congress to stop Trump from gutting VOA parent as 'mass suspensions' begin. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-20). CPJ, others urge UK prime minister to secure writer Alaa Abdelfattah's release. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-20). Indian state leader threatens to strip journalists as 2 arrested over critical interview. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-20). Bénin Web TV suspended for reporting on media regulator's budget. CPJ Staff
(2025-03-20). West Oak Lane tenants say their landlord illegally collected rent for months. Now they're suing. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Odin Properties, one of Philadelphia's largest landlords, faces a The suit, filed last week in Common Pleas Court, alleges that Odin demanded and col…
(2025-03-20). The Increasing Significance of Class in American Hyperincarceration. cepr.net
(2025-03-20). Climate Propaganda at Columbia University: Meet Prof. Lisa Sachs. wattsupwiththat.com Your assumption is that CO2 is a pollutant and worse—and Net Zero is a worthy goal. Maybe just the opposite! Do you allow debate at Columbia Center on this? The students deserve to hear both sides, particularly when the ignored side is winning in business and in politics.
(2025-03-20). Study Destroys Basis of EPA Climate Regulations. wattsupwiththat.com The new findings aren't just a minor correction to the scientific record; they are a reversal of dangerous conclusions drawn from sloppy—perhaps even fraudulent—analyses. Everything we've been told about climate change and food security is wrong.
(2025-03-20). How a legal scholar from The Gambia is bridging academia and advocacy. globalvoices.org 
(2025-03-20). 'You cannot live freely if you are living in fear': Delaware County Council considers 'ghost gun' ban. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Delaware County Council The proliferation of ghost guns — unserialized weapons often made using 3D printers or assembly kits [mdash…
(2025-03-20). The Project airs MFW's fight against toxic masculinity … then diminishes it. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-03-20). Indy Eye: Murdocracy with Ranald Macdonald. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-03-20). Christine Lagarde: We are getting ready to make the digital euro a reality in October. expose-news.com Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank, has confirmed that the digital euro, the EU's central bank digital currency ("CBDC"), will launch in October 2025. If we allow the implementation of …
(2025-03-20). Eco-Fascist Mark Carney is Trying to Control the World Through Green Finance. expose-news.com Former Bank of England chief Mark Carney was the most influential central banker in the world. He has held the most senior positions in global central banking in the shortest period of …
(2025-03-20). More than 260 Rohingya refugees arrive in Indonesia. presstv.ir More than 260 Rohingya refugees have arrived in Indonesia's westernmost province of Aceh after floating at sea for days.
(2025-03-20). California firefighters battling wildfire near Los Angeles. presstv.ir California firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire.
(2025-03-20). Aerial shots of damage caused by the Eaton fire in Altadena, California. presstv.ir Aerial shots show the destruction of a wide range of houses by the Eaton fire in Altadena, California.
(2025-03-20). 'Un-American,' 'Help people already here'- birthright citizenship debate divides NY. presstv.ir With the new administration of Trump rolling out immediate policy pushes on immigration, reaction on the street ran the gamut from horror to firm support.
(2025-03-20). Leader calls for 'investments for production' in New Year message. presstv.ir Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei calls for investments for production in his New Year message to the Iranian nation.
(2025-03-20). Italian company unveils reusable space rockets. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — Avio, an Italian leader in space propulsion, has unveiled a new project to develop reusable space rockets.IFD1 reusable space rockets: Avio announced the launch of its new IFD1 project, focused on developing reusable space rockets. The company stated that it will begin testing its new single-stage, reusable rocket prototype in the third quarter of 2025. | Notably, the IFD1 prototype will feature a methane-fueled MR10 engine. The company aims to replace its current Vega E rockets with this new technology.5,4,3,2,1 allumage Vulcain! üöÄ | Relive the moment the first Ar…
(2025-03-20). OpenAI launches its new expensive AI model. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA — OpenAI, the American artificial intelligence (AI) research organization, has launched its most expensive AI model, o1-Pro.OpenAI's new o1-Pro: OpenAI launched its most expensive reasoning artificial intelligence (AI) model, O1-Pro, on its API platform—the most powerful platform for building AI products. According to the company, the new model delivers more advanced and consistent responses. | The O1-Pro is now available to developers at about $150 per million tokens (~750,000 words) and around $600 per million tokens generated by the model. This new model is considered somewhat price…
(2025-03-20). Pakistan to regulate and legalize crypto to attract foreign investment. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA — In a recent move, Pakistan is seriously considering regulating and legalizing crypto in an effort to attract foreign investment to the country.Pakistan to legalize cryptocurrency: The Pakistani government is currently developing a comprehensive plan to legalize and create a full framework for cryptocurrency trading, aiming to boost foreign investment. | Bilal bin Saqib, chief executive officer at Pakistan Crypto Council, stated: "The country aims to devise a clear regulatory framework for governing digital-asset activities to boost the local ecosystem." | Notably, cryptocurrency trading ha…
(2025-03-20). When is Eid al-Fitr 2025. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – "When is Eid al-Fitr 2025?" this question has been circulating the news in the past few days with people wondering when will be the last day of Ramadan.Eid al-Fitr is celebrated by Muslims worldwide because it marks the end of the month-long dawn-to-dusk fasting of the holy month of Ramadan.When is Eid al-Fitr 2025?: The International Astronomy Center released a statement predicting that Ramadan will last 30 days in some countries and that Eid al-Fitr will possibly be celebrated on Monday, March 31. It added, that other countries may announce the beginning of Shawwal on March 30.ÿ™&Yu…
(2025-03-20). Ahmed Saad gifts his wife luxurious car. albawaba.com
(2025-03-20). Hande Eràßel stuns in new feature on Marie Claire Spain cover. albawaba.com 
(2025-03-20). M23 group controls key town in DR Congo. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The M23 armed group, that are backed by the Rwandan army, is now controlling a main town called Walikale in the Democratic Republic of Congo, AFP reported citing security sources Thursday.According to local sources, the town is the last to be seized by the M23 group, which started a new operation against the DR Congo military. "Walikale-centre is occupied by the M23… We retreated to avoid human losses," an officer in DRC's military (FARDC) told AFP. The source further noted that M23 fighters are currently about 30 kilometres away in Mubi.Another security force source confirmed the information about W…
(2025-03-20). Market Volatility in Asia Amid Fed's Rate Speculations. devdiscourse.com Asia's equities faced difficulty on Thursday as Chinese markets weakened, sidelining Wall Street's rally momentum. Investor optimism rose with the possibility of two Federal Reserve rate cuts this year, yet Chinese shares dragged the market, reflecting broader challenges in sustaining growth.
(2025-03-20). Malaysian Green Light: Renewed Search for MH370 Set with Ocean Infinity. devdiscourse.com The Malaysian government has granted final approval for Ocean Infinity, a Texas-based marine robotics company, to renew the search for the long-missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. The aircraft, which vanished in 2014, is thought to have crashed in the remote southern Indian Ocean.
(2025-03-20). Trump Targets Education Department Shutdown Amid Legal Battles. devdiscourse.com U.S. President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order on Thursday aimed at closing the Department of Education, as part of a long-standing campaign promise. However, the initiative faces opposition from various corners, notably a legal challenge spearheaded by Democratic state attorneys general seeking to block the dismantlement.
(2025-03-20). Jamia Millia Islamia Announces Significant Fee Hike for 2025-26. devdiscourse.com In a recent announcement, Delhi's Jamia Millia Islamia University has unveiled a substantial fee hike for the academic year 2025-26, increasing tuition costs by 16 to 41 per cent across various departments.
(2025-03-20). Malaysia gives final approval for a marine robotics company to renew the search for MH370, reports AP. devdiscourse.com
(2025-03-20). Economic Shifts: Fed's Uncertainty Amid Trump's Trade Policies. devdiscourse.com Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell discussed the economic implications of the Trump administration's import tariffs, noting their role in slowing the U.S. economy and elevating short-term inflation rates. He expressed the uncertainty faced by policymakers amid these unprecedented changes.
(2025-03-20). Trump Predicts Lower Tariffs from India. devdiscourse.com U.S. President Donald Trump, during a recent interview with Breitbart News, expressed confidence that India might soon lower the tariffs imposed on American goods. The president's comments come amid ongoing efforts to balance trade relations between the two countries.
(2025-03-20). U.S. Crackdown: Student Faces Deportation Amid Allegations. devdiscourse.com An Indian student at Georgetown University, Badar Khan Suri, has been detained by the Trump administration under allegations of being a threat to U.S. foreign policy, according to his attorney. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security accuses Suri of affiliating with Hamas and promoting its propaganda online, although no concrete evidence has been provided.
(2025-03-20). Cyclone Alfred: Latest rain bomb from climate inaction's production line. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). Is the expulsion of Selwyn Street residents to be the 'new Sydney'? greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). Greens Legalising Cannabis Bill: Will equity of access survive corporate cannabis? greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). Greens' Legalising Cannabis Bill: Will equity of access survive corporate cannabis? greenleft.org.au
(2025-03-20). Labor's committee says JobSeeker must be raised, but will it? greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). March in March to end native forest logging. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). Members Coalition mount challenge in NSW Public Service Association election. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). Opposing Labor's latest crackdown on the right to protest. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). Photos: National rallies demand an end to violence against women. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). Vic Labor's harsh new bail laws opposed. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-03-20). Millions face delays as Trump administration ends Social Security phone verification. nationofchange.org
(2025-03-20). Judge blocks Trump EPA from clawing back $14 billion in climate grants. nationofchange.org Judge Chutkan said the government's "vague and unsubstantiated assertions of fraud are insufficient."
(2025-03-20). A journey through Tehran's iconic Tajrish Bazaar this Nowruz. newarab.com 
When in Iran, the term 'nostalgia' will fall on one's ears. | Perhaps it is due to the rapid pace of urban development that has led to the demolition of historical houses and neighbourhoods over the past twenty or thirty years. | 'Nostalgia friends' are those one grew up with in the pre-Internet era — those who were called on rotary phones, invited over to play in the tree-filled garden of a single-level villa, or who watched cartoons on a black-and-white TV with rabbit ear antennas and three channels. | The original French term — 'nostalgie' — is used. If an equivalent exists in the local ve…
(2025-03-20). Tunisian Independence Day and the women who defied colonialism. newarab.com 
March 20 of this year marks the 69th anniversary of This 75-year settlement, referred to as a 'protectorate' by French politicians of the time instead of an actual colony, was marked by numerous injustices and crimes against the local population. | Fighting for independence required both physical and mental stamina, along with a willingness to make sacrifices, in order to achieve a delica…
(2025-03-20). Arrested Istanbul mayor urges judges to act as protests resume. newarab.com 
Imamoglu urged judges and prosecutors to "stand up and take action against those who are ruining the judiciary" in a message on X via his lawyers. | "You cannot and must not remain silent," he wrote after spending his first night in police custody after what the main opposition CHP denou…
(2025-03-20). AU commends DRC, Rwanda 'commitment to dialogue' in Qatar. newarab.com 
The African Union on Wednesday welcomed Qatar unexpectedly announced that it had hosted Rwandan President
(2025-03-20). Egypt to crack down on 'inappropriate' Ramadan TV series. newarab.com 
Film and TV producers in Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly announced Wednesday the creation of a committee that will oversee the production of dramas in line with Sisi's comments earlier this week. | Speaking at the military's annual Ramadan iftar on Monday, the president criticised the…
(2025-03-20). Macron announces release of Olivier Grondeau from Iran detention. newarab.com 
(2025-03-20). Sudan army within 500 metres of presidential palace: source. newarab.com 
Troops of Sudan's regular army advanced on Thursday to within 500 metres (yards) of the presidential palace, During their advance in central Khartoum, troops "destroyed a Rapid Support Forces convoy of 30 vehicles attempting to withdraw southward," the source told news agency AFP, speaking on condition of anonymity because he is not authorised to speak to the media. | The fighting around the presidential palace comes amid a ma…
(2025-03-20). Enrico Dal Lago: Atlantic Histories. newleftreview.org How should Blackburn's slavery quintet be situated in relation to shifting historiographical paradigms of the Atlantic World, from the voyages of discovery to the age of Anglo-American predominance?
(2025-03-20). John Clegg: Roads To Freedom. newleftreview.org Opening a symposium on Robin Blackburn's The Reckoning, a probing examination of political agents and structuring conditions behind the late overthrow of slavery in the American South, Cuba and Brazil.
(2025-03-20). Malcolm Bull: Why Is There the Amount of Art That There Is? newleftreview.org If, since Duchamp, anything can be art, regardless of skill or vision, why isn't more of it produced? Drawing on Frank Knight's work on financial risk to probe the institutional theory of art, Malcolm Bull finds curious links with the worlds of cryptocurrency and NFTs.
(2025-03-20). Nancy Fraser: Slavery and Social Theory. newleftreview.org What questions for critical social theory are posed by the capitalist slave regimes of the Americas? An inquiry into the political, economic and social-reproductive dimensions of enslaved and 'doubly free' labour.
(2025-03-20). NLR Editors: Symposium: Introduction. newleftreview.org A discussion of Robin Blackburn's quintet on slavery in the Atlantic world: origins, rise, overthrow, legacy.
(2025-03-20). Robin Blackburn: Contradictions of Capital and Slavery: A Reply. newleftreview.org Responding to his interlocutors in NLR's symposium, Blackburn foregrounds the contradictions of capital and political rule in the Atlantic slave systems that opened space for class struggle.
(2025-03-20). Sporting contradictions: athletes, the Olympics and climate change. onlineopinion.com.au That they think their views make the slightest difference is almost charming. That they pick climate change as the issue suggests they have slumbered in a deep, uninterrupted sleep.
(2025-03-20). 'Be careful…': Indian student self-deported over support to Palestinians writes. ummid.com In a letter going viral after her decision to self-deport herself, Ranjani Srinivasan has asked the Indians back home to be careful of sending their children to the United States for higher studies.
(2025-03-20). Weaponizing Holi for Communal Polarisation. ummid.com The BJP and Hindu nationalists use Holi – the festival of colours, to communally polarize people and assert dominance of Hindus.
(2025-03-20). AISSEE 2025 Admit Card – When and How to Download. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA), on behalf of Sainik School Society, is set to release on its website exams.nta.ac.in the Admit Card and Hall Ticket of the candidates who have registered for the All India Sainik School Entrance Exam 2025-26 (AISSEE 2025).
(2025-03-20). Bihar 10th Result 2025: When and How to Check. ummid.com Wait for close to 16 lakh students, who appeared in the Bihar Board 10th Matric Exam 2025 and now waiting for their result, is nearing to end.
(2025-03-20). In Pictures: Ramadan Market in Madinah al Munawwarah. ummid.com Muslims in The Holy City get a chance to witness the glimpses of rich Islamic culture, crafts and local products when they visit the Madinah Ramadan Markets.
(2025-03-20). Indian Muslims and Battling Demoncracy. ummid.com Indians have been living in 'demoncracy' for the last ten years or so and the wrath is blatantly directed at the Muslims.
(2025-03-20). Kiren Rijiju, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta spotted at two Iftar Parties. ummid.com In a move seen with surprise by many, Union Minority Minister Kiren Rijiju, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and other BJP leaders attended two consecutive Iftar Parties organized at the India Islamic Cultural Centre in New Delhi.
(2025-03-20). OFSS Bihar Admission 2025: Online Application Starts Soon. ummid.com Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has launched the Online Facilitation System for Students (OFSS) website (www.ofssbihar.info) for Class 11 Admission 2025 and announced to start soon the Online Application process.
(2025-03-20). Saudi Arabia showcases 'New Murabba' at MIPIM 2025. ummid.com Saudi Arabia showcased its 'New Murabba', a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, at the real estate event MIPIM 2025 held from March 11- 14 in Cannes, France.
(2025-03-20). After Aurangzeb, it is now the turn of Muhammad bin Tughlaq. ummid.com The controversy over Aurangzeb has not even settled down and the BJP has brought Tughlaq out of his grave.
(2025-03-20). Meet Sir Hamid Patel, first British Muslim Education Chair in UK. ummid.com Sir Hamid Patel, also known as Mufti Hamid Patel, has been appointed as Interim Chair of Ofsted Board, short for Office for Standards in Education, in the United Kingdom.
(2025-03-20). Nagpur calm after clashes over Aurangzeb Tomb. ummid.com Situation in Nagpur is under control following the violent clashes between the two groups amidst tense situation over Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's tomb.
(2025-03-20). UP: Prof filmed, uploaded obscene clips of students on pornographic websites. ummid.com In a shocking incident reported from the BJP ruled Uttar Pradesh, a professor in Hathras filmed and uploaded obscene videos of female students on pornographic websites.
(2025-03-20). 10 Minarets of Masjid Nabawi that resonate with Call to Prayer. ummid.com The ten minarets of the Prophet's Mosque, Masjid e Nabawi, stand as an iconic Islamic landmark and historical heritage site.
(2025-03-20). Get Rs 50,000 Loan Without Salary Slip: Quick and Hassle-Free Methods. ummid.com Several financial institutions and online lending websites today provide no income proof loans, allowing you to take a loan based on other documents such as your Aadhaar card, PAN, or bank account transactions.
(2025-03-20). Samsung official rollout of One UI 7 from April 7. ummid.com Samsung Electronics Tuesday announced that the official rollout of One UI 7 will start April 7, bringing a bold new design for greater personalization and control to the user experience.
(2025-03-20). Will Suni Williams, Butch Wilmore return as normal human? ummid.com Stranded astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore have finally docked off the International Space Station (ISS) and now on their way to Earth.
(2025-03-20). Fuel Savings Simplified: Benefits of Indian Oil Credit Cards. ummid.com Indian Oil, a trusted name in the energy sector, has partnered with leading financial institutions to introduce credit cards specifically for fuel purchases.
(2025-03-20). MAH MCA CET 2025 Admit Card Released – Download Steps. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has released the Hall Ticket, also known as Admit Card, of the students who have registered for MAH MCA CET 2025 on its official website cetcell.mahacet.org.
(2025-03-20). Ring the Bell: Applauding women investing in the Uganda securities exchange. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Julius Businge | In a bid to promote gender inclusivity in Uganda's financial markets, the Uganda Securities Exchange (USE), under the leadership of CEO Paul Bwiso, hosted the Ring the Bell for ALL Women and Girls event in Kampala recently. Organized in partnership with UN Women and other private sector players, the event …
(2025-03-20). Trump administration releases Kennedy assassination documents. independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON | Xinhua | Unredacted documents related to the assassination of former U.S. President John F. Kennedy (JFK) were released by the Donald Trump administration on Tuesday. Currently, about 2,200 files consisting of over 63,000 pages were posted on the website of the U.S. National Archives and Records Administration. The vast majority of the National …
(2025-03-20). URA commissions new bonded warehouse at Malaba border. independent.co.ug 
TORORO, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has officially commissioned a new bonded warehouse at the Malaba border in Tororo District to handle cargo congestion, expedite clearance, and boost revenue collection. The warehouse, built by Tan Investments, can accommodate up to 1,000 trucks and is expected to ease delays that have long …
(2025-03-20). Uganda's Army Chief Kainerugaba in Rwanda for high-level talks. plusnews.ug 
The Chief of Defence Forces of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has arrived in Kigali, Rwanda. Gen Kainerugaba is scheduled to hold discussions with senior leaders of the Rwanda Defence Forces (RDF) and meet with Rwandan President H.E. Paul Kagame. The Ugandan General's visit coincides with tensions in the region, particularly …
(2025-03-20). Court Orders Bebe Cool, Muhangi to Settle Copyright Dispute. plusnews.ug 
The Kampala City Hall Court has ordered comedian Alex Muhangi and Moses Ssali, commonly known as Bebe Cool to settle their copyright infringement dispute out of court. The Senior Principal Grade One Magistrate Nicholas Aisu issued the orders on Wednesday following a request by Muhangi's lawyer, Robert Rutaro, to allow his client to resolve the dispute outside …
(2025-03-20). DPP Opposes Bail for Jailed Lawyer Eron Kiiza. plusnews.ug 
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Jane Frances Abodo, has opposed the bail application of jailed lawyer Eron Kiiza, citing concerns over the nature of the charge against him. Kiiza was found guilty of contempt of court and sentenced to nine months in prison by the General Court Martial, chaired by Brigadier Robert Freeman Mugabe, …
(2025-03-20). Parliament Divided Over Shs4.255Trn Supplementary Budget Approval. plusnews.ug 
A sharp disagreement has emerged among Parliament's Budget Committee members after only 18 out of 59 MPs signed the main report recommending approval of the contentious Shs4.255 trillion supplementary budget. Most of those endorsing the budget were from the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), with Maxwell Akora (Maruzi County) of the Uganda People's Congress (UPC) …
(2025-03-20). Land Forces Commander Muhanga Calls on Troops to Uphold Disciple in South Sudan. plusnews.ug 
The Commander Land Force of the Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF), Lt Gen Kayanja Muhanga, called on troops to uphold discipline and professionalism while in South Sudan under "Operation Mlinzi wa Kimya." The deployment follows a request by the South Sudanese President Salva Kiir to the Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, seeking urgent support in stabilising …
(2025-03-20). Kurdistan: 'Turkey must choose between the status quo, endless war and peace with the Kurds'. internationalviewpoint.org Following the appeal by Abudllah Öcalan, leader of the Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK), for his movement to lay down its arms, what are the prospects for the Kurdish people? L'Anticapitaliste spoke with Salih Azad, head of the Kurdish Democratic Centre in Marseille. | – | / |
(2025-03-20). How To Avoid Asbestos In Your Makeup. levernews.com
(2025-03-20). Who Actually Owns Crypto? Almost Nobody. levernews.com 
(2025-03-20). Germany: After the federal elections, resistance not adaptation! internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-03-20). Spanish state: PSOE Congress closes ranks around leader. internationalviewpoint.org
(2025-03-20). Iran frees French citizen Olivier Grondeau after nearly 900-day prison ordeal. scmp.com Olivier Grondeau was arrested in 2022 and sentenced to five years in prison on espionage charges, which his family denies.
(2025-03-20). White House accuses US judges of 'usurping' Trump's authority. scmp.com Donald Trump and his allies escalate their attacks against judges who have ruled against his administration.
(2025-03-20). Finland again ranked world's happiest country as US falls to its lowest-ever spot. scmp.com Finland's top spot streak unbroken among 147 countries, with Afghanistan ranking last.
(2025-03-20). Alaska plane was overweight for icy conditions in crash that killed 10: investigators. scmp.com Bering Air plane crash in February was one of Alaska's deadliest this century.
(2025-03-20). Police arrest US hospital worker who shot colleague in car park. scmp.com The shooting occurred at Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital in a northern suburb of Detroit in Michigan state.
(2025-03-20). Mexico's top prosecutor denounces state investigation into cartel's 'ranch of horror'. scmp.com Bones, clothing and underground ovens were found at the suspected drug cartel training ground.
(2025-03-20). Canada's PM Carney expected to call for April 28 snap polls. scmp.com The next election is not due until October 20, but Carney is hoping to capitalise on a remarkable recovery by his Liberal Party in the polls.
(2025-03-20). Nigel Farage misses PMQs to headline Trump fundraiser in Florida. leftfootforward.org Nigel Farage has again ducked out of his duties to his Clacton constituents, choosing instead to fly to Florida to speak at a $450 per head Republican Party fundraiser. | The Reform UK leader was absent from the chamber during PMQs today, where Keir Starmer joked: "I understand the member for Clacton wants to be Prime Minister but he can't even lead a party that fits in the back of a taxi." | Farage will be a 'special guest' at a 'disruptors dinner' organised by the Florida Republican Party in Tallahassee. | Tickets start at $450, while the highest-tier "Trump Sponsor" package costs $25,000 for VIP access and…
(2025-03-20). The DWP just quietly released its most disgusting piece of 'research' yet. thecanary.co The same day the Labour Party government launched its plans for a sweep of devastating welfare cuts, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) published a piece of research quantifying the cost of chronically ill and disabled people to society. Or, in effect, the Labour-led DWP was putting a price-tag on chronically ill and disabled […] | By
(2025-03-20). Cronyism and NHS privatisation: just another day in the House of Lords. thecanary.co Jitesh Gadhia, otherwise known as baron Gadhia, is under suspicion of attending a meeting where a company of which he is a director lobbied a government minister over the NHS. Gadhia is a walking example of why people in power need to stop being ushered into the House of Lords as almost a matter of …
(2025-03-20). Survivor Connection: A new tool linking journalists to Philly gun violence survivors. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting, an organization that focuses on transforming gun violence reporting in the media, launched a service this month to connect journalists with Oronde McClain, director of the program and a gun violence survivor, said the platform will give journalists access to a directory of local gun violence survivors who are comfortab…
(2025-03-20). 'Sundown' universities: Ohio State joins the anti-DEI stampede. peoplesworld.org 
Sixty-two years ago, the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., ignited America with his dream of what this country could be. Regrettably, that dream turned into a nightmare when Walter "Ted" Carter, Jr., the president of the Ohio State University, declared that OSU would "sunset the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI)" as well as the …
(2025-03-20). Illinois Gov. Pritzker: Dems 'have to deliver' to combat Trump. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Democratic Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has joined lawmakers who say that the Democratic Party, through its elected lawmakers in Congress, must take stronger stands on key issues if they are to successfully combat Trump, the oligarchs backing him, and the dangers associated with his administration. But the Dems can't just complain, Pritzker told the Center …
(2025-03-20). Protests demanding no privatization of Post Office sweep the nation. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—From Bangor, Maine, to Key West, Fla., and from Los Angeles to Chicago to Fairbanks, Alaska, to Waikaloa, Hawaii,…
(2025-03-20). Philly club conference concludes: "Democracy now, fascism never!" cpusa.org 
On Sunday March 10th, members of the Debbie Amis Bell Club of the CPUSA met at the Dubois—Robeson People's center in West Philadelphia to reflect on their previous year of work, discuss the work ahead, and elect new leadership. | The keynote address, delivered by co-chair Dom Shannon, discussed the issues that face the working-class, both locally and nationally. The chief issue was identified as the complete capture of the federal government by fascist MAGA forces, led by Donald Trump and Elon Musk. | Shannon emphasized the necessity that our analysis remain sober and materialist as we confront the far-r…
(2025-03-20). RFK Jr.'s capitalist health plan: Harvesting death and super-profits. cpusa.org 
"When one individual inflicts bodily injury upon another such that death results, we call the deed manslaughter; when the assailant knew in advance that the injury would be fatal, we call his deed murder. But when society [knowingly] places hundreds of proletarians in such a position that they inevitably meet a too early and an unnatural death, … and yet permits these conditions to remain, its deed is murder just as surely as the deed of the single individual. … [Bourgeois] society in England daily and hourly commits what the working-men's organs, with perfect correctness, characterise as social murder." […
(2025-03-20). Pakistan's Secret Weapon: The Pakistani-American Diaspora. fpif.org During his joint address to Congress, President Trump H…
(2025-03-20). Nigel Farage's Reform UK Funded by Tax Haven Linked Firms as Party Seeks Tax Exile Donors. bylinetimes.com Reform UK took a donation from a company with ties to tax havens, newly released data reveals, as the party seeks out donations from Brits living overseas who are disgruntled with the current UK tax regime. | Nick Candy, Reform UK's treasurer told the New York Times "We are going to have fund-raisers all over the world, in every part of the world where there are British nationals. | "We will have fund-raisers in the US, in Monaco, and we will have huge fund-raisers in the UAE, where we have an expat community there who are unhappy with the amount of regulation and tax in the UK." | Newly released date reveals…
(2025-03-20). Europe in Shock: The U.S. Push for Militarization and the Path to a New Global Order. pressenza.com Europeans are in shock as they face the latest moves by the U.S. government against the continent. From the paternalistic lecture delivered by Vice President J.D. Vance at the Munich Security Conference in February ( Do I need to remind my fellow Americans that the reality we share today has deep European roots? The Western world was shaped and developed…
(2025-03-20). CPJ calls on Argentine authorities to investigate after photographer gravely injured covering protest. cpj.org/feed/atom/
(2025-03-20). Sabor y tradición: Rollo de carne, atol de arroz, mermelada de piña y plátano. cubadebate.cu En verdad la cocina es gusto, ideas y ganas de hacer. Lleva el tiempo necesario para dar lograrla, solo tenemos que organizarnos y querer hacer. Les propongo: rollo de carne, atol de arroz, mermelada de piña y plátano.
(2025-03-20). Se instalarán más de 1 000 MW este año con el montaje de más de 50 parques en todo el país (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Un programa estratégico para el desarrollo del país y la calidad de vida de la población centró los debates de la Mesa Redonda de este miércoles: El desarrollo de las fuentes renovables de energía en Cuba. Ovel Concepción Díaz, director de generación con fuentes renovables de energía, ratificó que existe un macro programa que prevé la instalación de 92 parques fotovoltaicos con un total de 2,012 MW, de los cuales se instalarán más de 1,000 MW este año con el montaje de más de 50 parques en todo el país.
(2025-03-20). La Unión Eléctrica pronostica una afectación de 1370 MW para el horario pico nocturno. cubadebate.cu La Unión Eléctrica pronostica para el horario pico nocturno una disponibilidad de 1 900 MW y una demanda máxima de 3 200 MW, para un déficit de 1 300 MW, por lo que de mantenerse las condiciones previstas se pronostica una afectación de 1 370 MW en este horario. Las limitaciones en la generación térmica son de 435 MW.
(2025-03-20). L'epopea militare russa a Kursk. strategic-culture.su Quello che è successo a Kursk non era solo una complessa missione logistica. Fu un'impresa epica che dimostrà≤ la forza di volontà , lo spirito di sacrificio e la disciplina delle truppe russe. | Segue nostro Nei giorni scorsi, nella regione di Kursk, si è svolto un evento su larga scala, degno delle più grandi narrazioni epiche della storia militare. Un'operazione che ha coinvolto 800 soldati russi che hanno percorso 15 km attraverso…
(2025-03-20). Rusia apoya la modernización y expansión de la generación de energía térmica. cubadebate.cu La jefatura del Ministerio de Energía de la Federación Rusa le otorga mucha atención al restablecimiento del Sistema Eléctrico Nacional (SEN) cubano, una tarea estratégica y de primera importancia en este país, aseguró el embajador de Rusia en la Isla, Víktor Koronelli, en una visita de trabajo a la provincia de Mayabeque.
(2025-03-20). La USAID y la oposición venezolana: corrupción e intervención en nombre de la ´ayuda humanitaria ª. strategic-culture.su
(2025-03-20). Qué trae la prensa cubana, jueves 20 de marzo de 2025. cubadebate.cu