(2026-03-11). Dangerous Disinfo Shifts US Blame: Claims Israel "Caused" US War Rather Than an Extension of It. thealtworld.com The US can continue existing as a rapacious empire with or without Israel — it surely did fine for almost 2 centuries before Israel was created out of thin air by the Anglo-Americans — but the crimes of Israel would be impossible without US empire behind it. | Israel is not blameless. Blame it for its role in facilitating Western empire up to and including abetting genocide and wars of aggression. | But do not blame it for "corrupting" something that was never wholesome to begin with.
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(2011-03-26). Spain permanently withdraws ambassador to Israel. tribune.com.pk 
Spain permanently withdrew its ambassador to Israel on Tuesday as a diplomatic standoff worsened between the two countries over Spain's opposition to the US-Israeli attacks on Iran. | The ambassador was summoned back to Spain last September amid a diplomatic row over Spanish measures banning aircraft and ships carrying weapons to Israel from its ports ‚Å or airspace due to Israel's military offensive in Gaza, which Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar denounced as antisemitic. | BREAKING:…
(2026-03-11). Thursday 3/12: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-03-11). Mideast tanker escort: high-risk mission for US Navy. al-monitor.com US Navy escorts could help increase the flow of tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, but American warships accompanying slow-moving commercial vessels would face threats including mines, missiles and drones in the narrow waterway bordering Iran.Iran has threatened to block oil exports via the key maritime chokepoint ⚪ through which nearly 20 percent of the world's crude usually transits ⚪ in response to the US-Israeli war against the Islamic republic.
(2026-03-11). War Diary Day 12: Strait of Hormuz becomes flashpoint. dawn.com On the 12th day of the US—Israel war against Iran, the maritime domain, particularly the In the past 24 hours, at least three separate attacks were recorded against commercial vessels operating in or near the Strait of Hormuz, reinforcing the perception that Iran is now enforcing its threat to disrupt maritime…
(2026-03-11). Cargo ship hit by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A cargo ship was hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).UKMTO said Wednesday that it has received a report of an incident 25NM northwest of Ra's al Khaymah, UAE. A fire broke out inside the ship, and crew members are evacuating.UKMTO said in a statement, "The Master of a container vessel has reported that the vessel sustained damage from a suspected but unknown projectile."The statement continued, "The extent of the damage is currently unknown but under investigation by the crew. The Master also reports that all crew membe…
(2011-03-26). Three more vessels hit by projectiles in Strait of Hormuz. tribune.com.pk 
Three vessels have been hit by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, maritime security and risk firms said on Wednesday, bringing the number of ships struck in the region since the Iran conflict began to at least 14. | Shipping along the narrow strait has come to a near standstill since the United States and Israel began strikes on Iran on February 28, preventing exports of around a fifth of the world's oil supply and sending global oil prices surging to highs not seen since 2022. | Iran's Revolutionary Guards have warned that any ship passing through the…
(2026-03-11). Mojtaba's first strike inside Iran: finds Israeli agents hidden in… | US | Trump | Gulf | Khamenei | Oil. hindustantimes.com Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has launched a sweeping crackdown on alleged Western spies; Iranian authorities claim dozens were arrested for links to the U.S. and Israel. The move comes as Tehran intensifies missile and drone strikes on Israeli targets while warning of wider retaliation. Security fears are also rising in the West after incidents near U.S. diplomatic facilities, including shots fired outside the U.S. consulate in Toronto.
(2026-03-11). Iran arrests dozens, including foreign national tied to US and Israel, state media reports. al-monitor.com DUBAI, March 10 (Reuters) – Iran has arrested dozens including a foreign national for allegedly spying for the country's "enemies", the Intelligence Ministry said on Tuesday, amid a continued war with the U.S. and Israel. The U.S. and Israel launched airstrikes against Iran on February 28, killing the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several commanders. During the ongoing conflict, Iran has launched retaliatory strikes against Gulf countries that are U.S. allies and host American military bases.
(2026-03-11). US says be if Russia giving Iran intel. al-monitor.com The White House said Tuesday that President Donald Trump would not be "happy" if Russia is sharing intelligence with Iran during the Middle East war, but it held back any strong criticism for Moscow.The Washington Post reported on Friday that Moscow had passed sensitive intelligence to Tehran, including the locations of US warships and aircraft in the region.
(2026-03-11). Russian consulate in Isfahan damaged in strikes, spokeswoman says. al-monitor.com March 10 (Reuters) – Russia's consulate in the Iranian city of Isfahan was damaged in shelling earlier this week, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Tuesday.An attack on a diplomatic representation was a "blatant violation" of international conventions and all sides should observe the "inviolability of diplomatic sites", she said.
(2026-03-11). Trump presses Russia over Iran aid as White House warns Moscow against support. hindustantimes.com Press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the White House has conveyed to Moscow that President Trump and his special envoy Steve Witkoff "sent a message to Russia" making clear Washington would not welcome any Russian assistance to Iran in the current war and "hope that it is not taking place," highlighting growing US unease over reports that Russia could be quietly sharing intelligence or other support with Tehran. This comes just a day after Trump's phone call with Vladimir Putin, during which the Kremlin leader is believed to have raised the broader fallout of the US‚ÄëIsraeli conflict with Iran,…
(2026-03-11). Iran War Protests Erupt as US—Israel Offensive Draws Opposition. indybay.org One week into this new war polls show that the American public are opposed to yet another endless war about oil and profits not unlike the recent US invasion of Venezuela. | Before the anti-war protest began, a group of Chinese Lion Dancers who were to perform later in the evening at the annual Chinese New Year's parade, showed their opposition to the unpopular war by performing for activists which in turn attracted numerous tourists and others to see what was going on. Their performance in support for an end to the war energized the crowd before a short rally and march…
(2026-03-11). Iran vows to keep Hormuz strait blocked as long as war continues. dawn.com 
⚪ TEHRAN: Rescuers work in the rubble of a residential building after air strikes in the Resalat area.—Reuters | • Energy secretary claims US Navy escorted ship through 'troubled waters', later deletes X post | • Araghchi shoots down Trump's signal for talks, says will fight as long as necessary | • Israel says 'not done with offensive' yet; Hegseth claims unleashing 'most intense strikes' yet | • US 'unhappy' with Israeli strikes on Iranian oil facilities | • Pakistan continues diplomatic efforts; slams invasion of…
(2026-03-11). Macron to host G7 leaders call on Iran crisis, energy prices. al-monitor.com PARIS, March 10 (Reuters) – French President Emmanuel Macron will convene a call with leaders of the Group of Seven on Wednesday to discuss the Iran crisis and rising energy prices, the French president's office said.The talks come as G7 governments weigh how to respond to a sharp rise in oil prices triggered by the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.G7 energy ministers stopped short of agreeing on a release of strategic oil reserves on Tuesday and instead asked the International Energy Agency to assess the situation before acting.
(2026-03-11). North Korea supports choice of new supreme leader, KCNA says. al-monitor.com SEOUL, March 11 (Reuters) – North Korea said on Wednesday it supports the Iranian people's choice of new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, who was named on Monday to succeed his father killed in the initial strikes against the country by the U.S. and Israel, state media said.North Korea's foreign ministry also said it strongly denounces acts of aggression by the U.S. and Israel of "illegal" attacks against Iran, which are destroying peace and escalating instability worldwide, KCNA state news agency said. (Reporting by Jack Kim; E+diting by Chris Reese)…
(2026-03-11). Spain rips into Trump, Netanyahu warmongering in Middle East. ummid.com Showing extraordinary courage, Spain has rejected Donald Trump's repeated call to join the US-Israeli military operation against Iran, categorically asserting that the war is not good for the world.
(2026-03-11). United States and Israel Widens Regional War; Iran and Palestine Resist. wibailoutpeople.org 
Although the Trump administration and its settler-colonial proxy in Tel Aviv have exacted extensive damage on the Islamic Republic of Iran and Lebanon, Tehran and Hezbollah are striking back with a vengeance which has disrupted energy markets and brought into question the capacity of imperialism to control the West Asia region By Abayomi AzikiweEditor, Pan-African …
(2026-03-11). Israel intensifies strikes on repression sites, expands outreach to Iranians as regime repression deepens (March 8-10 updates). longwarjournal.org The joint US—Israeli campaign is striking Iran's military and internal security infrastructure across the country while continuing to eliminate senior regime figures. Amid the pressure, the regime installed a new supreme leader, expanded regional attacks while denying responsibility, and intensified repression, as Israel increased outreach to the Iranian public.
(2026-03-11). Tanker drivers claim they are facing long waits at depots due to fuel shortage. dawn.com Tanker drivers in Pakistan said they were facing long waits at depots due to a shortage of fuel, as the government played down fears of another rise in prices. | The US-Israeli war with Iran has Dozens of tankers, which supply fuel across Pakistan, were seen parked at the side of the road on Tuesday at depots near Lahore. | "There…
(2026-03-11). Losing to Iran, Desperate Trump forced to beg Zelensky for help; Ukraine gloats | US | Israel | Gulf. hindustantimes.com Ukraine has stepped into the escalating Middle East conflict after President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv would send drone experts to help defend U.S. bases against Iranian attacks. According to reports, the assistance came after a request from U.S. President Donald Trump as Washington faces growing losses and costs in the Iran war.
(2026-03-11). Fresh Israeli strikes hit Lebanon after evacuation warnings. al-monitor.com Fresh Israeli strikes hit Beirut's southern suburbs and south Lebanon on Tuesday after the Israeli army warned people to evacuate, with Lebanese authorities saying nearly 760,000 people had been registered as displaced.Lebanon was drawn into the Middle East war last week when Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah attacked Israel in response to the killing of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes.
(2026-03-11). Iran—Israel war turns into energy battle as Haifa, Gulf oil hubs come under fire. hindustantimes.com The Iran—Israel war is entering a dangerous new phase as Tehran unleashes its 33rd wave of missile and drone attacks across the region. Iranian forces claim their latest strikes targeted oil and gas facilities in Israel's Haifa while Gulf states scrambled to intercept drones and missiles heading toward energy hubs. Sirens echoed from Dubai to Bahrain as defenses raced to stop incoming threats. At the same time, Washington and Tel Aviv intensified airstrikes inside Iran, hitting key sites across the country. With oil facilities now at the center of the battlefield, the conflict is rapidly turning into a wide…
(2026-03-11). Combatants in Mideast war trade more air strikes as Iran clamps down on dissent. al-monitor.com By Parisa Hafezi, Alexander Cornwell and Phil StewartDUBAI/TEL AVIV/WASHINGTON, March 11 (Reuters) – The U.S. and Israel traded air strikes with Iran's military across the Middle East as the besieged Tehran government warned its state security forces were ready with "fingers on the trigger" to confront any revival of anti-government protests.
(2026-03-11). IRGC shifts to 1-ton warhead missiles as Iran war enters more destructive phase. hindustantimes.com Days after Mojtaba Khamenei becomes Iran's new supreme leader, the IRGC signals a terrifying tactical upgrade. New reports suggest the IRGC is preparing to deploy missiles carrying massive one-ton warheads as the war with the United States and Israel intensifies. Analysts say the shift from lighter warheads to heavier payloads could dramatically increase blast damage and make missile interceptions far more difficult. The move follows weeks of drone swarms and missile barrages that targeted bases and energy infrastructure across the region. With Iran's vast missile arsenal now taking center stage, military planner…
(2026-03-11). War in the Middle East: latest developments. al-monitor.com Here are the latest events in the Middle East war: – 'Projectile' hits ship off UAE -A container ship was hit off the coast of the United Arab Emirates by an unidentified projectile, a British maritime security agency reported Wednesday, adding the extent of the damage was unknown but all crew members were safe.- Iran launches new strikes -Israel's military said it had detected a new round of missiles heading towards the country from Iran and had activated air defences.
(2026-03-11). Iran rallies harden behind Mojtaba as grief, anti-US, anti-Israel fury explode. hindustantimes.com Days after Khamenei's killing, huge crowds in Tehran, Shiraz, Kerman and Ahvaz rally behind Mojtaba Khamenei, chanting "Death to America" and "Death to Israel" even as grief over 150+ Minab students and slain commanders runs deep. Did Trump and Netanyahu's regime‚Äëchange gamble only harden Iran's hardliners?
(2026-03-11). Corporate media go all out to support the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. strategic-culture.su By Alan MACLEOD | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | –°orporate media of all stripes have rushed to support the U.S./Israeli…
(2026-03-11). How Israel and the FBI Manipulated Assassination Plots to Goad Trump Into Iran War. scheerpost.com Max Blumenthal ∑The Grayzone The FBI manufactured plots to convince Trump that Iran sought to kill him, while Israel and its administration allies exploited the president's deepest fears to keep him on the war path. "I got him before he got me," an ebullient President Donald Trump remarked to a reporter when asked about his motives for authorizing …
(2026-03-11). Watch: Ronaldo practices at 'House of Nassr' amid reports he left Riyadh. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo, who is leading Al-Nassr FC, was Tuesday March 03, 2026 spotted training with teammates at House of Nassr, refuting the reports that the Portuguese Star Footballer has left Saudi Arabia because of the ongoing Iran-US-Israel war.
(2026-03-11). US-Israel War Against Iran: Is It A Religious War? ummid.com US and Israeli leaders are framing the ongoing conflict with Iran as a religious war primarily for domestic mobilisation, civilisational framing, and strategic narrative construction.
(2026-03-11). Blackouts in Israel? After Haifa strike, Netanyahu fears food shortage & power crisis amid Iran war. hindustantimes.com Iran's 33rd strike wave has forced Israel to shut Leviathan and Karish gas fields and hit Haifa Port, which handles most food imports. With exports to Jordan and Egypt at risk, analysts warn of blackouts, halted industries and collapsing energy revenues as Netanyahu stays on the offensive despite mounting economic pain.
(2026-03-11). Middle East: All parties to the conflict must refrain from unlawful attacks on energy infrastructure. commondreams.org Israel, the US and the Islamic Republic of Iran must immediately cease or refrain from unlawful attacks on energy infrastructure, including facilities providing essential services such as electricity, heating and running water, said Amnesty International today, highlighting the risks of devastating civilian harm and environmental impact posed by such attacks.In recent days Israeli-US air strikes have targeted multiple fuel storage and distribution facilities in Iran, and the Islamic Republic of Iran's military has carried out attacks affecting fuel depots and oil and gas infrastructure in multiple Gulf states.
(2026-03-11). IRGC unleashes new 'True Promise 4' waves on US, Israeli targets in Middle east. hindustantimes.com Iran's Revolutionary Guard says it has launched the 35th, 36th and 37th waves of Operation True Promise 4, pounding US and Israeli targets with heavy, multi‚Äëlayered missile barrages said to last around three hours. The IRGC claims it struck US positions in Erbil, facilities linked to the US Navy's Fifth Fleet in Bahrain, and key military and communications hubs around Tel Aviv and the occupied port city of Haifa using advanced Kheibar Shekan, Qadr and Khorramshahr missiles with large warheads. Watch for more…
(2026-03-11). Iran exposes US & Israel's war crimes in war; '13000 civilians killed, four diplomats assassinated…'. hindustantimes.com Iran has strongly accused the United States and Israel of carrying out strikes on civilian areas during the ongoing war, with Tehran raising the issue at the United Nations. Iran's UN ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani said that more than 1,300 civilians have been killed and nearly 10,000 civilian sites destroyed since the military campaign began in late February. According to the envoy, the damaged sites include thousands of homes, commercial buildings, medical facilities, schools, Red Crescent buildings, and energy infrastructure across Iran.
(2011-03-26). Drone strikes near Dubai airport deepen Gulf aviation chaos. tribune.com.pk 
Two drones fell near Dubai's main airport and Bahrain evacuated some planes on Wednesday, as attacks on infrastructure across the Gulf continued to disrupt air traffic, hampering efforts to restore flights as the war on Iran entered a 12th day. | The US-Israel war against Iran has led to tens of thousands of flight cancellations, reroutings and schedule changes worldwide, shutting much of the Middle East's airspace — including Qatar's — due to missile ‚Å and drone threats. | That has plunged aviation into its worst crisis since the pandemic,…
(2026-03-11). Iran launches new missile barrages at Israeli and US targets under 'True Promise 4'. hindustantimes.com Iran's military says the 33rd and subsequent waves of "Operation True Promise 4" have targeted what it calls critical Israeli and US‚Äëlinked assets across the region, including a satellite communications hub in southern Tel Aviv that allegedly connected Israeli airbases to fighter jets, oil and military facilities, and a base in Iraqi Kurdistan used by US forces, with barrages of Kheibar Shekan and other heavy ballistic missiles carrying large warheads over several hours of sustained fire. Watch for more …
(2026-03-11). No, Might Does Not Make Right. counterpunch.org The attacks on Iran by the United States and Israel are unraveling international law, the Geneva Conventions and the legitimacy of the United Nations. This is extremely dangerous for the future of the planet and humanity. If the United States and Israel have the right to launch a unilateral attack against Iran, what is the
(2026-03-11). US lawmakers warn of Trump's 'incoherent' Iran war strategy after classified briefing. dawn.com WASHINGTON: United States lawmakers from both parties raised concerns on Tuesday about the strategy and potential consequences of the US-Israeli Democratic Senator Chris Murphy said the Trump administration's plans for the war appear "incoherent and incomplete" following the two-hour closed-door briefing. | "So they are going to
(2026-03-11). Voices rising in Europe despite the governments: The rouge state US and the genocidal Israel. uwidata.com 
On February 28, the US and Israel launched an assault on Iran. The whole world's gaze is on Iran. Iran has become the number one agenda also in Europe. While the European Union and its leading member states have backed the assault on Iran, a wide array of parties, leaders, and public intellectuals across the …
(2026-03-11). New wave of Iran attacks as oil reserve release weighed. al-monitor.com Iran unleashed a wave of attacks against Israel and Gulf nations on Wednesday, including targeting a Saudi oilfield, as reports of a proposed record release of oil reserves helped calm markets and prices.The war sparked by US-Israeli strikes on Iran has spread across the region and beyond, causing spiking energy costs, fuel rationing, and even school closures.
(2026-03-11). 'Trump is fighting a global war…': Waiel Awwad exposes real goal of US attack on Iran. hindustantimes.com Dr Waiel Awwad says the US is fighting two wars at once: a global energy dominance battle over Hormuz and a regional one to keep Israel supreme, dragging Gulf states in to "pay the bill." With Hormuz mined for years, LNG cut and IRGC calling the shots, Trump's real objective is under fire.
(2026-03-11). Racine, March 14, 2026: Stop the U.S.-Israel War On Iran! People's Needs Not Endless Wars ICE! wibailoutpeople.org 
Saturday, March 14th, 12: 30-1: 30pm, at the Dr. Martin Luther King Plaza 909 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive, Racine WI 53404! (The Plaza is on State Street between Marquette and the MLK Drive.) We will have banners and flags, signs and a few chairs. | RCPJ…
(2026-03-11). Irán efectúa su más potente operación con misiles y drones, según agencia Fars. cubadebate.cu Irán realizó durante la noche de este miércoles su mayor y más potente operación con misiles y drones desde el incio de la guerra inciada el 28 de febrero por EE.UU. e Israel, según fuentes militares iraníes citadas por la agencia Fars.
(2026-03-11). Irán efectúa su más potente operación con misiles y drones, según agencia Fars. cubadebate.cu Irán realizó durante la noche de este miércoles su mayor y más potente operación con misiles y drones desde el incio de la guerra inciada el 28 de febrero por EE.UU. e Israel, según fuentes militares iraníes citadas por la agencia Fars.
(2026-03-11). Amid missile & drone blitz, Iran unleashes secret sleeper cells to bleed US & allies? Trump says… hindustantimes.com Security concerns are rising in the U.S. and Europe after reports that Iran may activate sleeper cells following the death of Ali Khamenei and the rise of Mojtaba Khamenei. U.S. President Donald Trump said authorities are monitoring potential threats after intelligence agencies reportedly intercepted encrypted messages linked to Iranian operatives. The warnings come as security is tightened in major U.S. cities and across Europe following recent incidents, including a synagogue blast in Belgium and an explosion near the U.S. Embassy in Oslo, amid fears the Middle East war could spill over globally.
(2026-03-11). Mojtaba not letting Arabs escape revenge for father: Attack on 3 nations; Iran mocks US confession. hindustantimes.com At least three U.S.‚Äëaligned Gulf states reported fresh Iranian missile and drone fire on March 10, just hours after Donald Trump claimed the war with Iran would end "soon" as Washington was achieving its objectives. Saudi Arabia says it shot down drones over its oil‚Äërich Eastern Province, Kuwait reports downing multiple UAVs in both the north and south, and the UAE says its air defences are confronting missiles and drones coming from Iran. The latest strikes coincide with Iran accusing the U.S. of using Arab soil to attack it, after Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi reshared a U.S…
(2026-03-11). Cloud war: Iranian drone strikes hit Gulf data centres. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-11). Britain's Role in Attacks on Cyprus, Venezuela, and Iran. counterpunch.org 
Britain's role in the recent machinations of the US empire has been central, despite going underreported and little criticised. Britain has a significant hand in the ongoing US war of aggression against Iran and their recent invasion of Venezuela. Britain's empire and overseas bases, and associated intelligence and surveillance capabilities, are cornerstones of its contribution
(2026-03-11). Qatar warns Trump of 'serious consequences' as Iran war threatens Gulf stability. hindustantimes.com Qatar has broken its silence on the Iran war, with Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani warning Donald Trump of "serious consequences" if the conflict continues to escalate, in an unusually blunt call from the ruler of a country that hosts Al Udeid, the largest U.S. base in the Middle East. Citing Qatar News Agency, regional outlets say the emir told Trump that continued Iranian attacks and U.S.‚ÄëIran exchanges could destabilise the Gulf, threaten global peace and security, and damage the international economic order, urging urgent diplomacy even as he vowed that Qatar would defend its sovereignt…
(2026-03-11). Over 85 dead as US sinks Iranian warship off Sri Lanka coast. ummid.com IRIS Dena 75, an Iranian warship, sank off Sri Lanka coast in the Indian Ocean after it was attacked by US submarines, the Americans said Wednesday March 04, 2026.
(2026-03-11). Pezeshkian's goodwill gesture not reflected in reality: Saudi Arabia to Iran. ummid.com Saudi Arabia Monday March 09, 2026 issued a stern warning to Iran over its continued attacks on its neighbors, also saying Masoud Pezeshkian's goodwill gesture is not reflected in reality.
(2026-03-11). A Success Story Negotiating With Iran. counterpunch.org 
Bilateral negotiations are rarely simple, as the late-February negotiations between Iranians and Americans have recently shown. As an American-Swiss citizen, I can recount a story of successful negotiations I had with the Iranian government several years ago in a very different environment, fully aware of the tension between the United States and Iran and the positive role Switzerland's "good offices" played between the two countries.
(2011-03-26). PM Shehbaz, Iranian president reaffirm bilateral cooperation amid Mideast conflict. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian discussed the prevailing regional situation in a phone call on Wednesday, according to an official statement. | During the call, PM Shehbaz expressed concern over the recent tensions in the region and stressed that Pakistan considers diplomatic efforts and dialogue essential for ensuring peace, stability, and de-escalation. He emphasised that all parties must demonstrate restraint and responsibility to prevent further deterioration of the situation. | The prime minister also highlighted that Pakistan attaches great importance to its historic…
(2026-03-11). Epstein, the ruling class, and the capitalist system. liberationnews.org The files demonstrate how Epstein and his network were an integral component of how the global capitalist system functions.
(2026-03-11). CUBA UNDER SIEGE: Strategies for Resistance and a United Response. wibailoutpeople.org 
Stop U.S. Military Intervention in the Americas Defend Venezuelan Sovereignty! Welcome to the Delegation from Cuba Attending the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) Saturday, March 14, 2026 — Sunday, March 15, 2026 CUNY Graduate Center, 365 5th Ave, Manhattan, NYC, Door Open 10 AM Starts: 12 PM on Saturday For more information: us-cubanormalization.org/call-to-action-… …
(2026-03-11). Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez: We Oppose Any War. orinocotribune.com "We oppose any war, we are absolutely opposed to them." This was the statement made Monday, March 9, by the Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez during a working session with communards in Ciudad Tiuna, Caracas. Surrounded by spokespeople for grassroots organizations, she reaffirmed that Venezuela's message is one of peace. | Rodríguez, who made these remarks after referring to relations between Venezuela and the US, said that they "must be based on truth; they must be based on mutual respect, on shared benefit; they must adhere to international law. That is our ten-point code of international conduct, and…
(2026-03-11). Venezuela's Delcy Rodríguez: We Oppose Any War. orinocotribune.com "We oppose any war, we are absolutely opposed to them." This was the statement made Monday, March 9, by the Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez during a working session with communards in Ciudad Tiuna, Caracas. Surrounded by spokespeople for grassroots organizations, she reaffirmed that Venezuela's message is one of peace. | Rodríguez, who made these remarks after referring to relations between Venezuela and the US, said that they "must be based on truth; they must be based on mutual respect, on shared benefit; they must adhere to international law. That is our ten-point code of international conduct, and…
(2026-03-11). 'The first victim was the truth'—the cognitive war on Venezuela. nationofchange.org We can fight against this cognitive war by insisting on an alternative vision for U.S. foreign policy, one in which the country becomes a good neighbor by centering its relationship with the hemisphere (and the world) on peace, solidarity and shared prosperity.
(2026-03-11). Markwayne Mullin Made Profitable Stock Purchases Days Before US Military Strikes. truthout.org New reporting indicates that Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin (Oklahoma) — who is President Donald Trump's pick to head the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) — profited from stocks in oil and security companies that he invested in just days before U.S. military strikes in Venezuela and Iran. In a Truth Social post earlier this week, Trump said that he would be reassigning current DHS… |
(2026-03-11). Iran Strikes Ignite EU Rift: Spain Defies U.S. Trade Threats Amid Alliance Silence. indybay.org European allies remain quiet as transatlantic tensions escalate over Middle East strategy and economic policy. Exclusive analysis on the implications for NATO and the European Union.
(2026-03-11). The rules are gone: Trump's Iran strike reshapes global power. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-11). Iranian-Americans Want Diplomacy to Triumph over War NIAC. juancole.com By Jamal Abdi, President, National Iranian American Council | — | ( A new national poll shows that claim simply isn't true. | Over the past week, NIAC partnered with Zogby Analytics to conduct a national poll of Iranian Americans during the first days of the conflict to ensure that the voices of our community are actually heard in this debate. | The clearest takeaway from the poll is this: Iranian Americans overwhelmingly support a diplom…
(2026-03-11). Right-Fitting Senior Indian Homeownership. ummid.com The real luxury in the silver years is optionality — the freedom to travel to see grandchildren, to join a hobby club, or to simply enjoy a sunset in a park that you do not have to mow yourself.
(2026-03-11). Eidul Fitr likely to fall on March 21: Suparco. dawn.com The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) has forecast that Eidul Fitr is expected to fall on March 21 as the chances of sighting the Shawwal moon on March 19 remain low. | In a statement issued on Wednesday, Suparco said that the new moon of Shawwal 1447 AH was expected to be born on March 19 at 6: 23am. | "At the time of sunset on March 19, 2026, the age of the new moon will be approximately 12 hours and 41 minutes, with an estimated 28-minute interval between sunset and moonset along Pakistan's coastal belt," it added. | Based on these astronomical parameters, the statement said, the…
(2026-03-11). Landmark SC Verdict: Upholding the Right to Die with Dignity. devdiscourse.com In a historic ruling, the Supreme Court has approved passive euthanasia for a 31-year-old man who has been in a vegetative state for over a decade, emphasizing the patient's right to die with dignity.
(2026-03-11). Kenya, South Africa relations 'forged in the fires of history'. sanews.gov.za Kenya, South Africa relations 'forged in the fires of history' | The bonds of solidarity created during the liberation struggle that united South Africa and Kenya against apartheid now fuel an economic and diplomatic partnership "forged in the fires of history". | This is according to Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenny Morolong who delivered remarks at the Global South Africans Fireside Chat and Networking Dinner held in Nairobi, Kenya. | Morolong reminded the audience that long before the establishment of formal diplomatic relations in 1994, the East African country "stood firmly on the side of justice and…
(2026-03-11). Shit, Here We Go Again: War By Cartoon Sociopaths. commondreams.org 
(2026-03-11). Islamabad advocate general asked to facilitate Aitzaz Ahsan's power of attorney for Imran. dawn.com • Petition before IHC relates to appeal against conviction in Toshakhana case | • Latif Khosa asked to assist the court with relevant jail rules at the next hearing | ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court on Tuesday directed the Advocate General Islamabad to facilitate the signing of the power of attorney of senior lawyer A division bench comprising Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir and Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro also directed senior…
(2026-03-11). This is Evil, Not the Banality of Evil! counterpunch.org 
Sixty-three years ago, Hannah Arendt coined the concept of the "banality of evil," describing Holocaust organizer Adolf Eichmann as disturbingly normal rather than a monstrous fanatic. Arendt didn't mean that Eichmann was not evil, but that he was a small and ordinary man with an "inability to think for himself." She found a "depthless ordinariness" in Eichmann at his trial in Jerusalem, which accounted for the provocative term of "banality."
(2026-03-11). Constitution critical for SA democracy – Kubayi. sanews.gov.za Constitution critical for SA democracy – Kubayi | Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has described the Constitution as a vital framework for the sustenance of democracy. | The Minister delivered a statement in the National Assembly on Tuesday on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. | Citing the words of former President Tata Nelson Mandela on the day the Constitution was adopted with a call for the improvement of lives, Kubayi called for lawmakers and public office bearers to reflect on the work needed to build a better life f…
(2026-03-11). Winning and Losing in the New American World. counterpunch.org 
According to Donald Trump, the United States is "bigger, better, richer, and stronger" since he became president, lifting his new-and-improved MAGA slogan straight from the Olympics motto of "faster, higher, stronger." If one is to define excellence by standard of living, healthcare, or life expectancy, however, the US falls short. Counting 2026 Olympic medals, the US (33) even finished second behind Norway (41), whose population is 60 times smaller, while many other competing countries also beat the US in medals per population (US 349 million, 33), including Italy (59, 30), Germany (84, 26), and Switzerland (9,…
(2026-03-11). new leader, still silent, was elevated by the Revolutionary Guards. al-monitor.com By Parisa Hafezi and Angus McDowallDUBAI, March 10 (Reuters) – Iran's Revolutionary Guards forced through the choice of Mojtaba Khamenei as the new supreme leader, seeing him as a more pliant version of his father who would back their hardline policies, bludgeoning aside the concerns of pragmatists, senior Iranian sources said. Already very powerful, the Guards have gained yet greater sway since the war began and quickly overcame the misgivings of senior political and clerical figures whose opposition to the choice delayed the announcement by hours, the sources said.
(2026-03-11). India advances to ICC Men's T20 World Cup Final. ummid.com India on Thursday March 05, 2026 advanced to the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Final, defeating England in a thrilling Semifinal played at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
(2026-03-11). Thursday 3/19: Mar Monte Quarterly: History Month & New Health Services. indybay.org Event will be hosted on Zoom. Attendees must fill out the sign-up form and the Zoom details will be emailed out shortly before the event.
(2026-03-11). The Anti-Fascist Fiction of Antonio Lobo Antunes. counterpunch.org 
Antonio Lobo Antunes's fiction challenged colonialism and fascist dictatorship. It is a necessary sentence that mainstream publications are incapable of producing this week, as Portugal lost one of its greatest novelists on March 5. Maybe this sentence doesn't sell. Authors I know who hide from politics say we have enough politics on our phones. Besides,
(2026-03-11). Employment and Labour prioritise elimination of silicosis in non-mining sectors. sanews.gov.za Employment and Labour prioritise elimination of silicosis in non-mining sectors | The Department of Employment and Labour says eliminating silicosis in non-mining sectors remains a key priority as government works towards eradicating the occupational disease by 2030. | The Department's Acting Deputy Director-General for Labour Policy and Industrial Relations, Thembinkosi Mkalipi, said South Africa has an obligation as a member of the international community and the International Labour Organization (ILO) to reduce workers' exposure to the disease. | Mkalipi warned that available research continues to show increa…
(2026-03-11). Meet Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's New Supreme Leader. ummid.com Iran's Assembly of Experts, a body of 88 clerics, Sunday March 08, 2026 appointed Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Supreme Leader of Iran.
(2026-03-11). Is Conversion Therapy Speech or Conduct? progressive.org The Trump Administration has lent one of its top lawyers to argue a case in front of the Supreme Court in favor of the discredited practice.
(2026-03-11). Marin Grocer Good Earth Cuts Ties with Perdue Poultry Amidst Animal Cruelty Concerns. indybay.org Several Bay Area restaurants have also dropped Petaluma Poultry after an investigation exposed animal neglect and widespread disease…
(2011-03-26). California studio helps autistic adults channel creativity into Hollywood careers. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-03-11). Rays of Hope Amidst Rising Hate. ummid.com There are a series of incidents, which have happened in the recent past indicating that though the dominant element is hate and to abuse the religious minorities, there are many in the society who are sticking to love and amity for all.
(2026-03-11). The War is the Message: When did We Stop Asking Why? juancole.com Penn Station, Pa. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Not how a war is being fought. Not whether the munitions are precise enough, or the exit strategy coherent enough. But why? What is the actual goal? Is it achievable? And is there any path that doesn't require killing people to get there? | Somewhere along the way, this became an impolite question. The Iraq War — built on fabrications, sold with PowerPoint slides about weapons that didn't exist — ended no one's political career. No one went to prison. The architects of one of the most catastrophic foreign policy decisions in modern histor…
(2026-03-11). 38 from Jamia Millia RCA crack UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025. ummid.com As many as 38 candidates from the Residential Coaching Academy (RCA), Centre for Coaching and Career Planning, Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) have cracked the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025 the result of which was declared today i.e. Friday March 06, 2026.
(2026-03-11). Stay tuned: Joe Trad excites fans about Layl series return. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Lebanese actor Joe Trad shared a backstage scene from the series "Layl", which was halted during the holy month of Ramadan.Trad posted a backstage video showing how they filmed the scene when Nawras, his character in Layl series, was drugged and kidnapped by Farah Bitar, who's playing the character of Rula. "Layl" series is taken from the Turkish drama "Safirin Kizi" [The Ambassador's Daughter], which was temporarily frozen on episode number 33, Al Bawaba confirmed after contacting MBC Shahid.MBC Shahid shared days ago that the "Layl" series will return in a new season on March 23, after Eid al-Fitr.St…
(2026-03-11). In 'The Secret Agent,' Brazil Dares to Look Back. progressive.org In his four-time Oscar nominated thriller, director Kleber Mendonàßa Filho explores the period of Brazil's military dictatorship.
(2026-03-11). MNAs' salaries cut by 25pc as National Assembly joins austerity drive. dawn.com ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly Secretariat has implemented comprehensive austerity and fuel conservation measures aimed at ensuring prudent utilisation of public resources, reducing energy consumption, and supporting the government's national austerity drive. Under the measures, the salaries of MNAs has been cut by 25 per cent. | According to a notification issued on Wednesday, only 20pc of staff will perform their duties in person, while the remaining 80pc will work virtually from home through a rotational roster. | It stated that employees working from home would remain available through telephone, email, Wha…
(2026-03-11). KZN Finance MEC tables R168.2bn provincial budget. sanews.gov.za KZN Finance MEC tables R168.2bn provincial budget | KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC Francois Rodgers has tabled a R168.2 billion provincial budget for the 2026/27 financial year, emphasising fiscal discipline, improved governance, and the protection of frontline services. | Presenting the budget at the Provincial Legislature in Pietermaritzburg on Tuesday, Rodgers said the budget aims to stabilise the province's finances, while rebuilding public and investor confidence. | "This is a budget of stabilisation, credibility and rebuilding confidence in KwaZulu-Natal," Rodgers said. | Fiscal stability and recovery | Rodgers…
(2026-03-11). Highlights: How Al-Nassr defeated Neom to remain on top in SPL Standings. ummid.com Al-Nassr Saturday March 07, 2026 turned an almost draw match against Neom into victory to remain on top in the Saudi Pro League (SPL) 25/26 standings.
(2026-03-11). Government reviews appeals for offshore oil, gas exploration projects. sanews.gov.za Government reviews appeals for offshore oil, gas exploration projects | The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, is proceeding with the determination of appeals lodged against several environmental authorisations granted for offshore oil and gas exploration projects. | "This decision is intended to avoid any further 'decision paralysis'. We have a legal and constitutional obligation to take decisions that promote inclusive economic growth and job creation, without compromising our constitutional mandate of protecting our environment," the Minister said in a statement, on Wednesday.
(2026-03-11). Three senior Health Department officials suspended over fraud allegations. sanews.gov.za Three senior Health Department officials suspended over fraud allegations | Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, has placed the department's Director-General, Dr Sandile Buthelezi, on precautionary suspension. | Buthelezi — along with Deputy Director General of Tertiary Health and Hospital Services, Dr Malixole Percival Mahlati and Chief Financial Officer Phineas Phaswa Mamogale — was arrested and appeared before the Specialised Commercial Crimes Court in Pretoria last week. | They face charges of fraud and theft related to the allegedly irregular appointment of two service providers at the departmen…
(2026-03-11). The Tale of the Elephant (the US) and the Mahout (Israel). fairobserver.com Many years ago, I went to the Indian city of Jaipur. From there, to get to Amber Fort, situated on a hilltop, you could take an elephant ride. As we tourists queued to climb up the steps and get on the elephant's back, all eyes and cameras were on the huge beast. We watched in…
(2026-03-11). TTAP calls on govt to take opposition, Parliament into confidence on defence pacts amid 'changing regional situation'. dawn.com ISLAMABAD: Tehreek Tahaffuz Ayeen-i-Pakistan called on Wednesday for the government to take the opposition and Parliament into confidence on defence pacts and policies matters "in light of the changing regional situation" so that decisions related to national security were taken with national consensus. | The demand was listed in a resolution that was passed during a joint parliamentary meeting of the PTI and other opposition parties at the Parliament House in Islamabad, according to a post on the TTAP's X account. The resolution included demands pertaining to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, as well as t…
(2026-03-11). Kirti Azad and Gautam Gambhir Clash Over T20 Victory Celebrations at Temple. devdiscourse.com Trinamool Congress MP and former cricketer Kirti Azad has taken issue with comments from India's head coach Gautam Gambhir regarding the T20 World Cup trophy's recent visit to a temple. Azad advocated for mutual respect for all religions in the country, underlining the importance of dignity and responsibility among athletes.
(2026-03-11). LPG Crisis Hits Maharashtra: Shortage Sparks Closer of Eateries and Threatens Black Market. devdiscourse.com A significant domestic LPG shortage in Maharashtra has sparked widespread concern, with Congress demanding urgent governmental clarification and action during a legislative assembly session. As households grapple with insufficient cooking gas, anxiety mounts amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
(2026-03-11). Trump nominee for State Department role drops out after his race comments jeopardized confirmation. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, March 10 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump's nominee for a senior State Department position withdrew from consideration on Tuesday after his controversial comments about Jewish people and diminishing white power stirred rare Republican opposition to the president's choice.In a statement on X, Jeremy Carl, Trump's nominee for assistant secretary of state for international organizations, thanked Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio for their support, but said their backing was not sufficient.
(2011-03-26). EU threatens to pull Venice Biennale funding over Russia's return. tribune.com.pk 
The European Commission has threatened to withdraw funding from the Venice Biennale art exhibition if organisers proceed with plans to allow Russia to reopen its pavilion at this year's edition. | Russia's pavilion at the art fair was closed after Moscow's full‚Äëscale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, which triggered the exclusion of Russian artists and institutions from major European cultural events. | "Member States, institutions and organisations must act in line with EU sanctions and avoid giving a platform to individuals who have actively supported or justified the Kremlin's aggression agains…
(2026-03-11). Wednesday 3/11: International Day March 2026. indybay.org Market and Montgomery St, San Francisco…
(2026-03-11). Sunday 3/22: Party at Peanuts: Rent Party and Community Training. indybay.org Peanuts Deluxe Cafe | 275 E San Fernando St, San Jose, CA 95112…
(2026-03-11). Europe, Iran and the New Face of American Power. fairobserver.com There aren't many foreign policy issues where the EU once played a central, constructive role. Iran used to be one of the rare exceptions. The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), agreed to in 2015, began in 2003 as a diplomatic initiative led by the EU and the "EU3" of France, Germany and the UK….
(2026-03-11). Satellite firm extends Middle East image delay to prevent use by US adversaries. al-monitor.com By Cassell Bryan-Low and Joey RouletteWASHINGTON, March 10 (Reuters) – California-based Planet Labs has expanded restrictions on accessing its imagery of the Middle East to prevent adversaries from using it to attack the U.S. and its allies, a sign of how the expansion of commercial space business can impact conflicts.
(2026-03-11). The $5.6 billion opening salvo: inside the staggering cost of Trump's war on Iran. nationofchange.org New reporting reveals that the United States burned through billions in munitions within days of launching its assault on Iran, highlighting the scale of the military campaign and its mounting financial and humanitarian toll.
(2026-03-11). Iran Conflict and Dubai Real Estate: Sentiment Shock or Structural Risk? ummid.com The escalation of tensions involving Iran and parts of the Gulf has once again brought Dubai's real estate market under the spotlight.
(2026-03-11). Drones fall near Dubai Airport in the UAE, 4 injured. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Two drones fell in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport, leaving four people injured, Dubai Media Office announced in a statement on Wednesday.The office wrote, "Authorities confirm that two drones fell in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport (DXB) a short while ago, resulting in minor injuries to two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi national, and moderate injuries to one Indian national."The statement added, "Air traffic is operating as normal."(Dubai Media Office/ Instagram)The UAE Ministry of Defense announced on Tuesday that its air defenses had engaged a barrage of ballistic mi…
(2026-03-11). Kartik Bachhav of Malegaon among UPSC Civil Services 2025 Toppers. ummid.com Kartik Ravindra Bacchav of Malegaon has cracked the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025 and secured a place in the list of toppers released today i.e. Friday March 06, 2026.
(2026-03-11). Finance minister stresses 'more balanced' system where capital markets complement banking sector. dawn.com Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday emphasised that Pakistan must gradually move toward a "more balanced financial system", in which capital markets would complement the banking sector in meeting the economy's financing needs. | The finance czar expressed these views while chairing a meeting of the Capital Market Development Council (CMDC), according to a press release issued by the finance ministry. | The meeting was convened to review the "progress on reforms aimed at strengthening Pakistan's capital markets, with particular focus on the development of the corporate debt market and expanding the ro…
(2026-03-11). Doctrine and Proliferation: France, Forward Deterrence and Going Backwards. counterpunch.org 
To expand a stockpile of both the useless and the mindlessly murderous in a military sense would seem to be a wasteful exercise best contemplated in the psychiatric ward. But such a ward is increasingly occupied by the world's leaders, and war is on their lost minds. As Israel and the United States continue their crime of
(2026-03-11). Trumpism in the style of a "banana republic" : Authoritarian destruction of the public sphere in Ecuador. mronline.org 
In a country already battered by violent crime, poverty, Noboa governs for capital, seeking to destroy the public sector and reduce the state to its bare minimum, submitting to U.S. dictates through militarization and political repression.
(2026-03-11). Meet Fathima Shehza: CA Intermediate January 2026 Topper. ummid.com Fathima Shehza K has topped the ICAI CA Intermediate January 2026 exam the result of which has been declared on Sunday March 08, 2026.
(2026-03-11). "Marching" – an activist photo exhibit – is on view in Berkeley. indybay.org Photojournalist James Lerager is displaying his activist images in Berkeley…
(2026-03-11). IHC fines NAB Rs100,000 for employing 'delaying tactics' in £190m graft case against Imran, Bushra. dawn.com ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday imposed a fine of Rs100,000 on the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) for employing "delaying tactics" in the £190 million Al-Qadir Trust corruption The development came as a division bench comprising IHC Chief Justice Sardar Muhammad Sarfraz Dogar and Justice Muhammad Asif presided over the hearing on pleas filed by the couple seeking the suspension of their sentences and appeals against the…
(2026-03-11). Sunday 3/22: The Relevance of Socialism With Kshama Sawant In San Jose. indybay.org San Jose Peace Center | 48 S. Seventh St. | San Jose, CA…
(2026-03-11). Should California Juneteenth and Mexican Juneteenth be official paid holidays? indybay.org Sharing the international political challenges and execution of Maximillian with his two trusted Generals, Juneteenth 1867 opens an essential path toward greater understanding to align our Title 5 US Juneteenth Holiday in the State of California and Republic of Mexico…
(2026-03-11). Strangers in a Strange Land: Dennis Waldman and His Secret Jewish Mother. counterpunch.org 
The Algerian-born French novelist, Albert Camus, a pied-noir, began his existentialist classic, The Stranger, with the now memorable words, "Mother died today. Or maybe yesterday, I don't know. I received a telegram from the old people's home: 'Mother deceased.'" Camus would add, "In our society, any man who doesn't cry at his mother's funeral is
(2026-03-11). Pedro Sánchez's Spain: The Pride of Europe. ummid.com Pedro Sánchez denounced the unilateral action against Iran with dramatic and unpredictable consequences for the entire planet, and called for an end to hostilities and a return to diplomacy, reminding the world that violence can never be the solution.
(2026-03-11). The US built a blueprint to avoid civilian war casualties. Trump officials scrapped it. nationofchange.org The civilian protection mission was dissolved as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made "lethality" a top priority.
(2026-03-11). Mossad agents planning bombings in Saudi Arabia, Qatar arrested: US Journalist. ummid.com Tucker Carlson, a renowned American Journalist and Political Commentator, has claimed that Mossad agents planning bombings in Saudi Arabia and Qatar have been arrested by the authorities in the two countries.
(2026-03-11). Prayers for Tibetan Leader Unite Diverse Communities in India. devdiscourse.com In a remarkable show of unity and spiritual devotion, supporters of the Tibetan movement from across India convened in McLeodganj on Wednesday to extend their prayers for the long life of Tibetan spiritual leader, Tenzin Gyatso.
(2026-03-11). Salt Lake City Remembers Tibetans. indybay.org On March 10, 1959, Tibet's Buddhist leader, the Dalai Lama, fled his country to avoid being taken prisoner by Mao Tse Tung's Communist Chinese regime, which still oppresses Tibet. A march and rally were held in Salt Lake City on 03/10/2026 in support of Tibetan freedom.
(2026-03-11). Scaling Solar Power in ASEAN's Diverse Energy Landscape. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer Basking in the sunshine, increasing electric demand, and international pressure building to transition to cleaner energy, ASEAN is well-placed to emerge as a solar power leader. On Philippine rooftops, on rolling central Vietnamese plains, solar photovoltaics (PV) is one of the most promising green growth paths forward. But with this dormant …
(2026-03-11). Congress Accuses Government of Misinformation Amid LPG Shortage. devdiscourse.com The Congress party, represented by MP KC Venugopal, sharply criticized the Central Government on Wednesday, accusing them of deceiving the public about a severe LPG shortage exacerbated by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Venugopal pointed out that gas agencies were reportedly instructed to halt supplying LPG cylinders for commercial purposes, exacerbating the crisis.
(2026-03-11). U.S. Gas and Renewables Help Buffer Power Consumers From War Costs. wattsupwiththat.com The huge growth of U.S. natural gas production and renewable energy together helps insulate consumers from global volatility and price increases today. But it also offers the opportunity through permitting reform to greatly lower consumer prices in the long-term, despite pressures from big tech's AI data centers and President Trump's military adventurism. Any Republican or Democrat who prevents permitting reform this year faces an increased chance of defeat in November from voters who are increasingly tracking energy affordability issues very closely.
(2026-03-11). Ethiopia's urban renewal projects and turn toward aesthetic propaganda. globalvoices.org 
While visual propaganda legitimizes the state and obfuscates the reality on the groundGlobal VoicesAddis Ababa at night. By Amanuel Tesfaye Kebede | After Turkish President
(2026-03-11). The Winning and Losing Countries From High Oil Prices. counterpunch.org 
There has been a lot of sloppy commentary from people who should know better about who is being hit hardest by the runup in oil and natural gas prices since the start of the war in Iran. There's a simple story where the countries in Europe and East Asia are the big losers, because they produce relatively little of their own oil. By contrast, the United States is supposedly relatively well-off since we are largely self-sufficient and in fact a net exporter of natural gas.
(2026-03-11). KSE-100 ends lower after early rally loses steam. dawn.com Pakistan's benchmark KSE-100 index closed in the red on Wednesday, shedding 318.65 points, or 0.2 per cent, to settle at 155,858.47 points compared with its previous close of 156,177.12 points. | The index began the session on a strong note, staging a sharp rebound during early trading. By 10: 55am, the index had climbed more than 2,000 points as investor sentiment improved following the previous day's rally. | However, the momentum gradually faded through the day, and by 1pm the index had largely erased its gains, reflecting cautious trading activity. | Overall, the session remained volatile, with the benchmark f…
(2026-03-11). UPSC Civil Services Result 2025 Out: Full List of Muslim Toppers. ummid.com UPSC Civil Services Result 2025: As many as 44 Muslims figured in the list of 958 candidates who emerged toppers in the Civil Services 2025 exams results of which was declared by the UPSC Friday March 06, 2026.
(2026-03-11). The Only Way To Stop Trump's Mad War. levernews.com 
Editor's note: In the lead-up to the upcoming release of
(2026-03-11). Musgrave Park eviction sparks questions over Council's safety claims. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-11). Why Hasn't the World Set on Fire? scheerpost.com Danaka Katovich "To act is to be committed, and to be committed is to be in danger." — James Baldwin An aerial photo shows rectangular tracings etched into dirt, one rectangle after the other, creating a grid across the land. A yellow excavator pulls piles of earth out from within the rectangular lines until each rectangle …
(2026-03-11). Nishikant Dubey Criticizes Uddhav Thackeray Over Alleged Ideological Shift. devdiscourse.com BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Uddhav Thackeray, leader of the Shiv Sena (UBT), accusing him of abandoning his party's ideology for political gain. Dubey reminded Thackeray of his father Bal Thackeray's solemn vow never to ally with Congress following a violent incident in 1969.
(2026-03-11). China warns US AI military use can create 'Terminator' world. dawn.com China warned the United States on Wednesday that the excessive use of artificial intelligence (AI) in its military could plunge the world into a Terminator like dystopian future. | US President Donald Trump's administration has sought the unconditional use of AI startups in the military. | The Pentagon has confirmed Elon Musk's Grok system is cleared for use in a classified setting, and blacklisted Anthropic after it "Such choices as the unrestricted application of…
(2026-03-11). U.S. makes India perform in a circus tent. mronline.org 
India's present-day rulers should exercise their prerogative to take independent decisions. But, for that to happen, as Rabindranath Tagore wrote, the mind should first be without fear and the head held high.
(2026-03-11). Ursula von der Leyen Calls Abandoning Nuclear Power "A Strategic Mistake" — 15 Years After Supporting the Nuclear Phase-Out. wattsupwiththat.com While in 1990 one-third of Europe's energy came from nuclear, today it's only close to 15%. This reduction in the share of nuclear was a choice. And in hindsight, it was as strategic mistake for Europe to turn its back on a reliable, affordable source of low-emission power. This should change. … Nuclear energy is reliable, providing electricity all year around the clock. … Europe has been a pioneer in nuclear technology and could once against lead the world in it.
(2026-03-11). CNN Journalists arrested by Israel released after 9 hours. ummid.com In yet another move indicative of how Israel regards freedom of press, the right wing Zionist regime arrested two CNN journalists who were broadcasting live outside the headquarters of the Israeli Occupation Forces or IDF in Tel Aviv.
(2026-03-11). 'No matter what, no matter when': PM's spokesperson reiterates support for Saudi Arabia 'before it is needed'. dawn.com Prime Minister's Spokesperson for Foreign Media Mosharraf Zaidi on Wednesday said that Pakistan would be there for Saudi Arabia "before it is needed", adding "no matter what, no matter when". | In an interview with Bloomberg TV, Zaidi was asked about whether Pakistan would come to Saudi Arabia's aid "militarily or otherwise" amid war "The question is not whether Pakistan might come to Saudi Arabia's aid. Both countries, even before the strategic mutua…
(2026-03-11). ICC rejects bias claims over travel delays after West Indies, South Africa teams stranded in India. dawn.com The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday rejected suggestions of unequal treatment after the West Indies and South Africa squads were Airlines have Cricket West Indies said on Tuesday its squad had waited nine days for a charter flight that was "repeatedl…
(2026-03-11). How Masjid Nabawi expansions boosted comfort, capacity for millions of visitors. ummid.com Since the beginning of the Saudi era, Masjid e Nabawi, the Prophet's Mosque, has undergone a series of major expansions aimed at facilitating the movement of worshippers and visitors.
(2026-03-11). Can Nepal Election Favour Return of Hindu Monarchy. ummid.com Both India and the Communist China are closely observing the electoral process in Nepal, and the probable outcome emerging in the next few days.
(2026-03-11). University of East Anglia: Climate Science is like the Invention of Steam Power, Electricity and Vaccines. wattsupwiththat.com But "… The recognition of the value of science for society can no longer be taken for granted …"
(2026-03-11). CPI MP Criticizes PM Modi's Southern Tours Amid LPG Controversy. devdiscourse.com In a pointed critique, Communist Party of India (CPI) MP P Sandosh Kumar accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of making superficial visits to Kerala and Tamil Nadu, suggesting that the trips are marked by "long speeches and empty promises." Kumar made these comments while speaking to ANI outside Parliament on Wednesday.
(2026-03-11). Democracy Now! 2026-03-11 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for March 11, 2026; "No Stupid Rules of Engagement": Ahead of Iran War, Hegseth Halted Efforts to Limit Civilian Deaths; Ex-Marine, Senate Candidate Speaks Out After Arrest, Arm Broken During Iran War Protest in Senate; "Killers of Roe": Amy Littlefield Investigates the "Mysterious Death of Abortion Rights" in U.S. | Headlines for March 11, 2026; "No Stupid Rules of Engagement": Ahead of Iran War, Hegseth Halted Efforts to Limit Civilian Deaths; Ex-Marine, Senate Candidate Speaks Out After Arrest, Arm Broken During Iran War Protest in Senate; "Killers…
(2026-03-11). Saturday 3/14: Speaker Digital Settler Colonialism and Palestinian Resistance with Dr. Omar Zahzah. indybay.org Santa Clara County Democratic Party Head Quarters | 2901 Moorpark Avenue Suite #110 | San Jose, CA 95128…
(2026-03-11). The Loneliness Epidemic in Trump's America, and How Communities are Forming. juancole.com
(2026-03-11). UAE billionaire tears into Trump for dragging ME into war with Iran. ummid.com UAE billionaire Khalaf Al Habtoor tore into U.S. President Donald Trump for dragging the Middle East into war with Iran.
(2026-03-11). The Day Million-Dollar Earners Get Richer by Stiffing Social Security. counterpunch.org 
The vast majority of workers in the United States pay income and payroll taxes on all of their earnings throughout the year. For most, this includes an ever-present 6.2 percent employee-side payroll tax for Social Security, the vital program that provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to millions. On March 9, however, those with wage
(2026-03-11). No Kings: One Year Later…Where Do We Go From Here? levernews.com 
We're hosting the biggest virtual event in The Lever's history — and we hope you'll join us. On Wednesday, March 18 at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT), we'll go live on YouTube with leaders from key organizations behind the No Kings protests — MoveOn, Indivisible, and Public Citizen — alongside Stacey Abrams. Together, we'll tackle the question facing the country right now: How do you confront a presidency that operates without limits?
(2026-03-11). Trump's Iran war: Will Mojtaba's rise end up reshaping US politics instead. hindustantimes.com Just days after the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Tehran has appointed his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, as the next leader of the Islamic Republic. The move is historic, controversial, and deeply symbolic. But the story does not end in Tehran. It extends thousands of miles away to Washington. Because the war that was meant to reshape Iran is now beginning to test something else: Donald Trump's political narrative. During his 2024 campaign, Trump promised Americans "no new wars." Yet within weeks of taking office, the United States is now engaged in a direct military conflict with Iran.
(2026-03-11). Kavitha's Hunger Strike Against Khammam Demolitions Stirs Political Fury. devdiscourse.com K Kavitha, founder of Telangana Jagruthi, has sharply condemned the Congress-led state government for reportedly violating constitutional norms by demolishing 750 houses in Khammam city in a single day. Kavitha, addressing ANI, criticized the government for contradicting its claimed support for the Constitution while allegedly acting against it.
(2026-03-11). Australia grants asylum to two more Iranian women soccer players. al-monitor.com By Renju JoseSYDNEY, March 11 (Reuters) – Australia on Wednesday granted humanitarian visas to two more members of the Iranian women's soccer team who decided to stay in the country due to fears for their safety if they returned home.Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said a player and a support staff member accepted the government's offer, after five players from the team were granted asylum a day earlier."I made them the same offer that I made the five players the night before," Burke told reporters.
(2026-03-11). Sunday 3/22: In Honor of INTERNATIONAL DAY: Film Screening and Panel Discussion. indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center | 3968 Twilight Drive | San Jose, CA 95124…
(2026-03-11). Nahid Rana takes 5 wickets as Bangladesh crush Pakistan in ODI opener. dawn.com Bangladesh pace sensation Nahid Rana claimed his first five-wicket haul in one-day internationals to lead his team to a crushing eight-wicket win over Pakistan in their opening match on Wednesday. | Rana returned figures of 5-24 to skittle out Pakistan for 114, a total Bangladesh overhauled in 15.1 overs of the 50-over contest in Mirpur to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. | Opener Tanzid Hasan hammered an unbeaten 67 off 42 balls and put on a second-wicket partnership of 82 with Najmul Hossain Shanto, who made 27, in a statement win. | Saif Hassan fell early for four, while Litton Das remained unbeaten…
(2026-03-11). US Senator panics after Iran war briefing; troops in danger even as Trump spends $5.6 Bn in 2 days. hindustantimes.com Alarm is growing in Washington as concerns mount that the United States could deploy ground troops in the escalating war with Iran. Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal voiced strong frustration after attending a classified briefing on the conflict. Speaking to reporters, Blumenthal said he left the briefing "dissatisfied and angry," describing it as one of the most troubling briefings he has experienced during his 15 years in the United States Senate. The senator warned about the growing risk to American lives if the U.S. military deploys ground forces inside Iran. His comments come after Donald Trump refused t…
(2026-03-11). 5 injured in grenade attack on house in Balochistan's Pasni: police. dawn.com GWADAR: Five labourers from Sindh were injured in a grenade attack on a house in the coastal town of Pasni late Tuesday night, police said. | Unknown people riding motorbikes hurled a grenade at a residential quarter in Ward No. 9, resulting in an explosion in the house's courtyard, according to police reports. | As a result, five people said to be from Sindh were injured while a portion of the quarter was damaged. Police rushed to the site soon after the blast and shifted the injured to the district hospital. | "The condition of one injured is serious, while others are stable despite receiving multiple injuries,…
(2026-03-11). Deputy President to hand over land, title deeds. sanews.gov.za Deputy President to hand over land, title deeds | Deputy President Paul Mashatile will hand over land and title deeds to the Mtshoeni/Mtsweni family, also known as the Schulk Marhiqa Communal Property Association (CPA) in Mpumalanga, on Friday. | The Mtshoeni/Mtsweni family land claim comprises 18 households and 86 beneficiaries. | "The claimant family lived on the subject properties in the early 1700s. The land parcels claimed by the claimant family measure more than 627 hectares, situated within the Govan Mbeki Local Municipality's jurisdiction," the Presidency said on Wednesday. | The claim was lodged before t…
(2026-03-11). India wins 3rd straight T20 World Cup. ummid.com India on Sunday March 08, 2026 defeated New Zealand in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Final played at Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad.
(2026-03-11). Saturday 4/11: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: The Pacific Circuit. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!
(2026-03-11). Pedro Sánchez's Spain: The Pride of Europe. ummid.com Pedro Sánchez denounced the unilateral action against Iran with dramatic and unpredictable consequences for the entire planet, and called for an end to hostilities and a return to diplomacy, reminding the world that violence can never be the solution.
(2026-03-11). Breaking Bread in Authoritarian America. counterpunch.org 
All the way back in 2023, the surgeon general diagnosed Americans as suffering from an epidemic of loneliness. More recently, amid the rise of American fascism, I started to notice that people were not only lonely but had also begun referring to the world as simply "the news." Perceived that way — as a phenomenon pre-packaged via our
(2026-03-11). Transition of Power: R N Ravi's Memorable Tenure as Tamil Nadu Governor. devdiscourse.com Outgoing Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi has departed for Kolkata to assume his new role as the Governor of West Bengal. His tenure in Tamil Nadu, spanning over four years, was marked by numerous confrontations with the elected government.
(2026-03-11). Micro-nationalism, the Periphery Doctrine and a new global projection through Iran. uwidata.com By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist / Writer According to many experts, February 28 will take its place in the near future as the starting date of World War III. However, I have repeatedly stated in my World Of Türkiye analyses that World War III has in fact been ongoing for quite some time. Indeed, while …
(2026-03-11). Iran's new supreme leader injured but 'safe', says president's son. dawn.com Iran's new Supreme Leader Ayatullah Mojtaba Khamenei is injured but "safe and sound", the son of the president said on Wednesday, offering the first official explanation for why the 56-year-old has not been seen since his appointment at the weekend. | "I heard news that Mojtaba Khamenei had been injured. I have asked some friends who had connections," Yousef Pezeshkian, who is also a government adviser, wrote in a post on his Telegram channel. | "They told me that, thank God, he is safe and sound," added the son of President Masoud Pezeshkian. | Mojtaba, until now a low profile if powerful behind-the-scenes figur…
(2026-03-11). Saturday 3/14: May Day Planning For General Strike & How To Fight Fascism. indybay.org Mission High School | San Francisco…
(2011-03-26). Erdogan says Iran war must stop before whole region dragged in. tribune.com.pk 
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that the war in Iran must be stopped before the whole Middle East region is "thrown into the fire", adding that diplomacy must be given a chance. | NATO air defences have in the last week intercepted two Iranian missiles headed toward southern Türkiye, where there are air and radar bases used by NATO and the United States, and the alliance has since beefed up ‚Å defences there. | "This war must be stopped before it grows and the region as a whole is thrown into the fire…
(2026-03-11). Nitish Kumar to quit as Bihar CM, move Rajya Sabha. ummid.com Nitish Kumar Thursday March 05, 2026 announced he is quitting as Chief Minister of Bihar and moving to Rajya Sabha — the Upper House of the Indian Parliament.
(2026-03-11). Public warned of fake messages of NPA head Adv Andy Mothibi. sanews.gov.za Public warned of fake messages of NPA head Adv Andy Mothibi | The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has warned the public not to engage with fake social media accounts linked to the prosecutorial body's head, Advocate Andy Mothibi. | "The [NPA] has noted with serious concern the re-emergence of incidents in which individuals are impersonating…Advocate Andy Mothibi, using fraudulent phone numbers and social media profiles. | "It has been brought to the attention of the NPA that certain individuals are circulating messages while falsely claiming to be the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP). In som…
(2026-03-11). India and West Asia Crisis: Managing Interdependence in Volatile Region. ummid.com West Asia will not stabilise on India's timeline. The shocks will keep coming. The only real question is whether the right systems — and the right clarity — are already in place when they do.
(2026-03-11). 2026 West Bengal Elections While 'Infiltrations' Go Unchecked. ummid.com The unfolding controversy around the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal has reopened old wounds — raising fundamental questions about citizenship, belonging, and the democratic right to vote.
(2026-03-11). Call to establish task team to tackle Rustenburg water supply challenges. sanews.gov.za Call to establish task team to tackle Rustenburg water supply challenges | Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Sello Seitlholo has directed that a joint task team be established between Rustenburg Local Municipality and Magalies Water to develop a comprehensive plan to ensure sustainable water provision for residents of Rustenburg. | Seitlholo issued the directive during a stakeholder meeting held at the Rustenburg Civic Centre Council Chamber on Monday. The meeting brought together key stakeholders responsible for water services in the area to assess the progress of ongoing interventions and discuss challenges…
(2026-03-11). Opposing "Both Sides" In This War Is Crazy Imperialist Nonsense, And Other Notes. thealtworld.com People tell me, "It's possible to oppose this war AND oppose the Iranian regime. You can denounce BOTH." | Sure you can. But you shouldn't. | You should not do this. You should not be a pro bono Pentagon propagandist in the middle of a US war of immense consequence. You should not do the hasbarists' job for them. Make them do their own job themselves. | This war already has a huge number of propagandists screaming "REGIME BAD" at the top of their lungs in order to ensure that the slaughter continues. You don't need to add your voice to the chorus, and you shouldn't. You should not help them manufacture consent fo…
(2026-03-11). International Day Celebrated in Union Square. indybay.org Activists of all ages rally with speeches, costumes, and march…
(2026-03-11). CVS Threatens Tennessee Over Antitrust Crackdown. levernews.com 
(2026-03-11). Nadra cancels 4.2 million CNICs of deceased individuals. dawn.com ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) has cancelled around 4.2 million Computerised National Identity Cards (CNICs) of individuals who have been recorded as deceased in provincial civil registration systems, according to a statement issued by the authority. | In many cases, while deaths are formally registered, the next of kin do not apply for the cancellation of CNICs of the deceased, resulting in a discrepancy between civil registration records and Nadra's database. | Under the legal framework, Nadra maintains and updates the national citizen database by incorporating "vital life-e…
(2026-03-11). Canciller cubano sostiene comunicación telefónica con sus pares de Kuwait, EAU y Qatar. cubadebate.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, sostuvo este martes conversaciones con sus pares de Kuwait, Emiratos àÅrabes Unidos (EAU) y Qatar para intercambiar opiniones sobre la escalada estadounidense en el Oriente Medio.
(2026-03-11). Nuevas reglas para el uso de la energía en el sector no estatal: Una radiografía de la política y su implementación. cubadebate.cu En un contexto electroenergético difícil, marcado por el recrudecimiento del bloqueo estadounidense, las limitaciones en la generación y el alto costo del subsidio estatal a la electricidad, Cuba ha dado un paso decisivo en la extensión de los planes mensuales de consumo eléctrico a todas las formas de gestión no estatal.
(2026-03-11). A 90 años del nacimiento de Alfredo Zitarrosa: la vigencia de una voz compañera. indybay.org Uruguay / NuestrAmérica | A 90 años del nacimiento de Alfredo Zitarrosa: la vigencia de una voz compañera imprescindible…
(2026-03-11). A 90 años del nacimiento de Alfredo Zitarrosa: la vigencia de una voz compañera. indybay.org Uruguay / NuestrAmérica | A 90 años del nacimiento de Alfredo Zitarrosa: la vigencia de una voz compañera imprescindible…
(2026-03-11). Armada estadounidense se niega a escoltar petroleros en el estrecho de Ormuz. cubadebate.cu La Armada de Estados Unidos ha rechazando solicitudes casi diariamente de navieras para que escolte barcos durante su paso por el estrecho de Ormuz, en medio de las amenazas de Irán de atacar a cualquier embarcación que intente cruzar la vía fluvial, informa Reuters.
(2026-03-11). La Otra Salud: Psicoterapia desde una mirada feminista y anticapitalista. indybay.org Psicoterapia desde una mirada feminista y anticapitalista: Más allá del mercado y la norma…
(2026-03-11). Saturday 3/14: Lecture 5: Palestinian Palestine During the Mandate. indybay.org Edith Stone Room, Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave, Albany…
(2026-03-11). Sunday 3/15: Solidarity Screenprinting. indybay.org La Haye Art Center, 148 E Napa St…
(2026-03-11). L'Europa compra armi, l'America compra bunker. strategic-culture.su Il Vecchio Continente diventa il primo importatore di armi al mondo mentre i funzionari di Trump si costruiscono rifugi nucleari. Due facce della stessa guerra. | Segue nostro L'Europa primo importatore di armi al mondo | Il 9 marzo 2026 lo Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) ha pubblicato il suo rapporto annuale sui trasferimenti di armi convenzionali. Il dato principale è inequivocabile: l'Europa è diventata la pr…
(2026-03-11). LIVE: Real Madrid vs Manchester City — Champions League last 16. aljazeera.com Follow the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the game as Madrid host City for last 16, first leg showdown.
(2026-03-11). Bangladesh demolish Pakistan who suffer record low score in contest. aljazeera.com Pakistan bowled out for the lowest total in a match against Bangladesh as the latter claim 8-wicket win to open series.
(2026-03-11). The Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire was built to fail. aljazeera.com Israeli attacks never stopped, and the mechanism meant to police violations had no power to stop them.
(2026-03-11). UK home secretary bans al-Quds march in London after Met Police request. aljazeera.com The police requested the ban citing public disorder risks, while the organisers decide to hold a static protest instead.
(2026-03-11). Oil facilities in Oman's Salalah port ablaze after drone strikes. aljazeera.com Drones struck oil storage facilities in Oman's ‚Å Salalah port, as local authorities say they're responding to a big fire.
(2026-03-11). First Iraq footballers granted visas by Mexico for FIFA World Cup qualifier. aljazeera.com Mexico issues visas to some Iraq footballers so they can play in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier in Monterrey.
(2026-03-11). 'Nothing changes': Four decades in power, Congo's Nguesso seeks a new term. aljazeera.com Is Brazzaville's stability a result of gradual democratic consolidation or carefully organised political continuity?>
(2026-03-11). Chile's new president has praised Pinochet, a dictator. What does it mean? aljazeera.com Experts say the views of newly inaugurated president Jose Antonio Kast reflect deep dissatisfaction with the status quo.
(2026-03-11). UK court rejects bid to reinstate 'terrorism' charge against Kneecap rapper. aljazeera.com Rapper Liam O'Hanna welcomes ruling in case he says was 'never about any threat to the public, never about terrorism'.
(2026-03-11). US-Israeli war on Iran confusion clouds 'off-ramp' hope, says analyst. asiapacificreport.nz Asia Pacific Report A professor of US and international politics at University College Dublin, says Washington's objectives in the war against Iran are "slightly different" than Israel's. "They didn't necessarily want regime change; they want regime surrender — the regime to give up its nuclear programme entirely, to give up its ballistic missile programme, to…
(2026-03-11). French Polynesia urges Pacific to unite amid rising global tensions. asiapacificreport.nz 
By 'Alakihihifo Vailala of PMN News French Polynesia's President Moetai Brotherson says growing global instability is a reminder that Pacific nations must strengthen cooperation within the region. Speaking to PMN News in an exclusive interview, Brotherson said the Pacific must focus on deeper partnerships with neighbours such as New Zealand to build resilience against external…
(2026-03-11). Chuck Schumer: Man of Peace. dissidentvoice.org For many years, Senator Charles Schumer demanded tougher and tougher sanctions on the people of Iran, as he shamelessly documents on his own website. He insisted on a Cuba-like blockade, punishing and deterring any company or nation from providing life-support to Iran. He predicted, ludicrously but proudly, that such punishing sanctions might lead to an …
(2026-03-11). Breaking the Nuclear Taboo. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-03-11). We Oppose the Automatic" Registration of Individuals for a Possible U.S. Military Draft. worldbeyondwar.org 
The organizations listed below oppose the recent change in U.S. federal law, buried in the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, that will result in the Selective Service System (SSS) trying to "automatically" identify, locate, and register men. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-03-11). U.S. stocks end little changed amid oil price volatility. ecns.cn U.S. stocks closed relatively flat in choppy trading on Tuesday as investors digested the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran and navigated volatility in the energy markets.
(2026-03-11). UAE defense ministry says intercepts new missiles, drones targeting Dubai. ecns.cn The UAE Ministry of Defense said early Wednesday that its air defense systems were responding to incoming missile and drone threats originating from Iran.
(2026-03-11). Official hails opening-up as opportunity. ecns.cn Despite mounting global uncertainties and economic challenges, China's emphasis on expanding high-quality opening-up presents tremendous opportunities for the world and facilitates even stronger contributions toward global economic growth, said Liu Jieyi, spokesman for the fourth session of the 14th Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee.
(2026-03-11). EconoScope | OpenClaw signals AI's next leap from conversation to action. ecns.cn OpenClaw, an AI agent, has quickly become one of the most popular projects on the code-sharing platform GitHub. Unlike traditional conversational AI systems, OpenClaw, nicknamed "lobster" by users ⚪ is built to take action.
(2026-03-11). Chinese lawmakers submit 226 proposals to annual legislative session. ecns.cn Staff work at the secretariat of the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) in Beijing, capital of China, March 10, 2026.
(2026-03-11). China's five-year roadmap bets big on innovation in strategic leap. ecns.cn Inside Beijing's conference rooms, the final draft of China's 15th Five-Year Plan is being scrutinized. A centerpiece of the top-level roadmap sets out a profound internal gear shift to transform the world's factory into a global innovation powerhouse by 2030.
(2026-03-11). CPPCC members attend group interview ahead of closing meeting of annual session. ecns.cn Members of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) attend a group interview ahead of the closing meeting of the fourth session of the 14th CPPCC National Committee at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, March 11, 2026.
(2026-03-11). U.S. Senate approves Joshua Rudd as leader of NSA and Cyber Command. ecns.cn The U.S. Senate on Tuesday approved Joshua Rudd to serve as leader of the National Security Agency (NSA) and the U.S. Cyber Command, filling the position that has remained vacant since last April.
(2026-03-11). Reusable rocket models being developed. ecns.cn China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp, the country's leading space contractor, is working to develop two reusable rocket models, a top rocket scientist said.
(2026-03-11). China's top political advisory body holds closing meeting of annual session. ecns.cn The closing meeting of the fourth session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) is held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, March 11, 2026.
(2026-03-11). Over 10,000 Chinese passengers have safely return to China from Middle East countries. ecns.cn Over 10,000 Chinese passengers have safely returned to China from countries including the UAE, Oman and Saudi Arabia, China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Tuesday at a regular press conference.
(2026-03-11). Chinese cybersecurity agency warns of risks in OpenClaw AI agent software. ecns.cn China's national cybersecurity authority has warned of security risks related to the AI agent software OpenClaw, saying vulnerabilities in the program could allow attackers to take full control of users' computer systems.
(2026-03-11). China's defense spending maintains reasonable growth. ecns.cn China pursues a sustainable and integrated development of both its defense capabilities and economic strengths, and determines the scale of the nation's defense expenditure in a reasonable manner, a senior military official said on Tuesday.
(2026-03-11). China Q&A | Strengthening two-way cultural exchange: CPPCC member talks with Minning Town Arabic translator. ecns.cn Ne Zha 2 has topped the global animated box office chart; Designer toy Labubu has become a worldwide sensation; Chinese short dramas are rapidly gaining popularity overseas… | As Chinese cultural products continue to gain global attention, exchanges between China and the rest of the world are also becoming increasingly vibrant.
(2026-03-11). Nepal's Yeti Airlines to operate limited domestic flights on March 5. ecns.cn According to multiple Nepali media reports on March 3, Yeti Airlines had previously announced that it would suspend all scheduled domestic flights on March 5.
(2026-03-11). Foreign trade lifts prospects for growth. ecns.cn China's foreign trade rose 18.3 percent year-on-year to 7.73 trillion yuan ($1.12 trillion) in the first two months of this year, data released on Tuesday by the General Administration of Customs showed.
(2026-03-11). Comicomment: The divide between stability and turmoil. ecns.cn Public safety is the foundation of good governance and long-term stability. Tolerating violent law enforcement erodes trust and deepens social divisions, while a safe and orderly society reflects a nation's true governance capacity.
(2026-03-11). Motions prioritize emerging industries. ecns.cn The majority of motions submitted by lawmakers during the ongoing fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress have focused on the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), emphasizing the promotion of emerging industries, the session's secretariat stated.
(2026-03-11). Comicomment: 169 mentions, 169 unanswered questions. ecns.cn His name is linked with this international scandal, serving as a revealing mirror that exposes the hypocrisy and unmasks the true nature of those involved.
(2026-03-11). China leads revision of ISO standard for measuring vehicle headlamp beams. ecns.cn A new international standard for measuring vehicle headlamp beam positioning has been published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), following a revision led by China, the country's market regulator said in media reports.
(2026-03-11). China's annual vegetable output tops 800 million metric tons: minister. ecns.cn China's vegetable output exceeded 800 million metric tons in 2025, while fruit production surpassed 360 million metric tons, placing the country among the world's top producers in both total output and per capita supply, China's agriculture minister Han Jun said during the country's annual "two sessions" meetings.
(2026-03-11). Smart-Made in China, more than "Made in China" | Views From Chang'an Avenue. ecns.cn Have you used anything made in China? Which areas do you hope "Made in China" will become smarter in? Let's head to Chang'an Avenue and hear what Chinese and foreign passersby have to say.
(2026-03-11). China Q&A | CPPCC member: Youth bridge China and the world. ecns.cn Chinese cultural products, from hit TV dramas to designer toys, are increasingly making waves around the world, fueling new momentum for cultural exchange. | In this episode of "China Q&A," Moroccan student El Batoul Nejjaoui, one of the Arabic translators of the Chinese TV drama "Minning Town," asks Guo Yuanyuan, a member of the National Committee of the CPPCC and the associate dean of the Academy of Metropolis Economic and Social Development, how cultural exchanges between China and the world can be further strengthened.
(2026-03-11). Stranded Taiwan compatriots from the Middle East arrive in Shanghai en route home. ecns.cn Flight MU704, carrying more than 70 Taiwanese compatriots from the Middle East, landed at Shanghai Pudong International Airport at about 4 a.m. Tuesday, marking the largest group to return via the Chinese mainland since tensions escalated in the region.
(2026-03-11). a hole in early warning system — and its missile defense batteries are at risk as well. haaretz.com Can Israel's air defense system withstand attempts by Iran and Hezbollah to undermine it?
(2026-03-11). Israel focuses on hitting regime after exceeding military target expectations. haaretz.com In 12 days of fighting, the IDF has disabled about half of the Islamic Republic's ballistic missile launchers and killed thousands of security personnel — but sees no signs of the regime's collapse. Additional targets have been divided into categories in the hope of completing the strikes on those marked as essential before the end of the war ‚ñ This is how the joint preparations with the U.S. for the war unfolded…
(2026-03-11). Hebrew Language Academy website hacked in Iranian cyberattack. haaretz.com The National Cyber Directorate said it was trying to intercept a wave of Iranian cyber attacks on Israeli civilian companies in recent days…
(2026-03-11). leaders are banking on Israelis internalizing a state of war as a way of life. haaretz.com Netanyahu, Defense Minister Katz and their peers want Israelis to 'take a deep breath' and not rush to end the Iran war, giving time for a total victory which never seems to come…
(2026-03-11). Netanyahu shelves highly contentious Haredi draft exemption bill amid Iran war. haaretz.com By shelving the bill, Netanyahu and Smotrich continue to violate the law and a High Court ruling. Netanyahu said the war with Iran requires tens of billions of shekels for defense, to be funded by a 3 percent across-the-board cut to other ministries…
(2026-03-11). real estate in Tel Avivians ride out the war deep underground. haaretz.com As missiles strike the city after the U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran, residents without safe rooms are spending their nights in a subterranean parking garage beneath the Dizengoff Center mall…
(2026-03-11). At least 21 killed Wednesday morning in Israeli strikes across Lebanon, officials say. haaretz.com Israeli strikes have killed 570 people in Lebanon, the health ministry said on Wednesday, including 86 children. Meanwhile, the IDF announced that it will reinforce Israel's northern border with combat forces transferred from the country's south…
(2026-03-11). Justice Ministry formulates opinion on controversial pardon request for Netanyahu. haaretz.com The pardons department at the ministry did not say whether it supported or opposed the request. President Donald Trump has been pressuring President Isaac Herzog to Pardon Netanyahu in his criminal trials…
(2026-03-11). Google finalizes $32 billion acquisition of Israeli cybersecurity company Wiz. haaretz.com A year after first announcing the largest acquisition of a company founded in Israel, Google completed the deal that's expected to help it compete against Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure…
(2026-03-11). Bahrain Should Urgently Release Prisoners Amid Airstrikes. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Bahraini anti-government protesters raise signs with images of jailed human rights activist Abdulhadi al-Khawaja Friday, April 6, 2012, in Jidhafs, Bahrain. | © 2012 AP Photo/Hasan Jamali…
(2026-03-11). New Sudan Atrocity Prevention Coalition Needs to Act Fast. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A former bus station hosts internally displaced people who arrived in Gedarefduring during a wave of mass displacement from the Sinjar/Sannar region south of Khartoum, Sudan, July 2024. | © 2024 Giles Clarke/UNOCHA via Getty Images…
(2026-03-11). Libya: Surrender International Criminal Court Suspect. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands, July 2025. | © 2025 Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via AP Photo | (The Hague) — Libyan authorities should urgently surrender Osama Elmasry Njeem to the International Criminal Court (ICC), where he is wanted for serious crimes, Human Rights Watch said today. The authorities should also ensure full cooperation with the court for other ICC suspects believed to be in Libya.Njeem is a senior member of the Deterrence Apparatus for Countering Terrorism and Organized Crime, a Tripoli-based militia affiliated with the Presidential…
(2026-03-11). Iran War Undermines Trump's Fossil Fuel Push. moderndiplomacy.eu The war involving Iran, the United States and Israel is exposing the risks of the global economy's heavy reliance on fossil fuels, challenging the political case made by Donald Trump for doubling down on oil and gas production. The conflict has triggered major disruptions in global energy markets, echoing the shock that followed the Russian …
(2026-03-11). War Expands Across Middle East. moderndiplomacy.eu The war involving Iran, the United States and Israel intensified on Wednesday as fresh air strikes and missile attacks were reported across the Middle East while Tehran warned that its security forces were prepared to confront any anti government unrest at home. The conflict, now in its twelfth day, has evolved into a regional confrontation …
(2026-03-11). IEA Considers Record Oil Release. moderndiplomacy.eu The global energy market is bracing for emergency intervention as the International Energy Agency considers the largest release of strategic oil reserves in its history to contain rising crude prices triggered by the war involving Iran, the United States and Israel. The proposal, first reported by the The Wall Street Journal, comes as the expanding …
(2026-03-11). Middle East War Intensifies as Iran Strikes Back. moderndiplomacy.eu The war between Iran and the alliance of the United States and Israel has entered a dangerous new phase, with fresh air strikes and missile attacks across the region as the conflict stretches into its second week. The latest exchanges of fire have raised fears of a wider regional escalation while also exposing deep internal …
(2026-03-11). Trump Announces New US Refinery With Reliance. moderndiplomacy.eu Donald Trump announced plans for a new oil refinery on the southern border of the United States, backed by India's energy giant Reliance Industries, as Washington seeks to expand domestic fuel production amid rising gasoline prices triggered by the war involving Iran and Israel. The announcement comes at a politically sensitive moment, with energy costs …
(2026-03-11). China Moves to Reclaim Influence Over North Korea. moderndiplomacy.eu Relations between China and North Korea appear to be entering a new phase as both sides cautiously rebuild economic and political ties after several years of relative distance. The shift comes as Beijing seeks to reassert its traditional influence over Pyongyang at a moment when the North Korean leadership has deepened cooperation with Russia following …
(2026-03-11). Saudi 'to buy' Ukrainian anti-drone tech amid Iran attacks. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia will purchase Iranian drone attacks have left Gulf states appealing for help from Ukraine, which has developed advanced counter-drone capabilities during the four-year war with Russia. | Ukraine says that as many as 11 countries have asked for assistance in…
(2026-03-11). Turkey is 'the next Iran'. We have seen this script before. newarab.com 
If the United States and Israel succeed in destroying Iran, Turkey may be next. This is no longer a speculative provocation whispered on the margins of Washington's think‚Äëtank ecosystem. It is increasingly an articulated narrative, voiced by senior Israeli political figures, echoed by right‚Äëwing American commentators, and amplified by a growing constellation of states allied with Israel. | The language being used is not new. Rather, it is a familiar script — one that has preceded sanctions, destabilisation, and war across the Middle East for decades. The implications are…
(2026-03-11). How water could become a new frontline in the war on Iran. newarab.com 
As the US-Israeli war with Iran Analysts warn that if strikes against such The day after Iran claimed that a US airstrike hit one of its desal…
(2026-03-11). Netanyahu puts Haredi conscription bill on hold to fund Iran war. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced on Tuesday that According to Smotrich, progress on the controversial Haredi draft exemption bill and other proposed reforms will be put on hold during the war "for unity". | He added that the government would move swiftly to pass the national budget, focusing on allocating…
(2026-03-11). US bombers use UK airbase on 'most intense' day of Iran strikes. newarab.com 
US bombers used a British airbase to attack Iran overnight on Tuesday after the UK prime minister Three B-1 Lancers were pictured returning to RAF Fairford on Wednesday morning after a suspected They were deployed on Tuesday, a day that US Secretary of War Pet…
(2026-03-11). Pope laments death of children in Iran war, pledges closeness to Lebanon. newarab.com 
(2026-03-11). Israeli strikes are hitting south Lebanon's Christian villages. newarab.com 
Signs are mounting that Israel is seeking to establish a new demographic reality in Southern villages with a majority
(2026-03-11). Lebanon: EU delivers tonnes of aid, Iraq and Egypt also help. newarab.com 
Several nations are ramping up efforts to provide The European Union said on Tuesday it has delivered 45 metric tonnes of emergency supplies to support 90,000 people who have been impacted by the
(2026-03-11). Jordan calls on Israel to re-open Al-Aqsa mosque. newarab.com 
Jordan's foreign ministry on Wednesday called on Israeli authorities to reopen the Al-Aqsa compound in east Jerusalem, which Authorities have prevented Palestinian Muslim worshippers from accessing the holy site since Israel and the US launched their In a statement, ministry…
(2026-03-11). Blacklisted Israel tycoon firm settles DRC probe for $30 million. newarab.com 
A former holding company of US-sanctioned In 2018, Dutch investigators had launched a probe into whether Fleurette, a
(2026-03-11). Jury awards $667K to Muslims pepper-sprayed by prison guards. newarab.com 
A federal jury on Monday awarded $667,000 in damages to a group of The lawsuit in eastern Missouri's The money will be distributed among eight men who were handcuffed, pepper-spray…
(2026-03-11). IEA says members to release 400 mn barrels from oil reserves. newarab.com 
(2026-03-11). Oman works to contain fire at Salalah port after drones strike. newarab.com 
Oman's civil defence is working on containing The state news agency, citing Oman's civil defence, said that containing the fire "might take time", without providing further details. | Earlier on Wednesday, Oman's state TV said that
(2026-03-11). Pixels, wool, and faith: The art of Iraqi artist Hussein Shikha. newarab.com 
Hussein draws inspiration from ancient and contemporary Iraqi and Arab histories and memories. He engages with different symbologies, looking at tapestries and Mesopotamian artefacts, especially from Southern Iraq, to speculate on a new way in which this imagery could exist. | In his work, abstract and fantastical motifs immerse the viewer…
(2026-03-11). British Airways cancels UAE flights amid MidEast travel chaos. newarab.com 
(2026-03-11). Global energy body discusses releasing strategic oil reserves. newarab.com 
Member states of the International Energy Agency (IEA) met on Tuesday for crisis talks to assess security of supply and the potential release of emergency stocks as the In a statement following a Paris meeting of G7 energy ministers on the economic fallout of the conflict, IEA executive director Fatih Birol said he was "in close contact" with energy ministers from key energy producers and consumers regarding the situation. | "In oil markets, conditions have deteriorated in recent days. In additi…
(2026-03-11). 'Dangerous precedent': Hamas reacts to Al-Aqsa mosque closure. newarab.com 
Palestinian group Hamas condemned Israel's continued closure of In a statement, the group said the restrictions constitute a "dangerous precedent", after
(2026-03-11). Lebanon buries first Red Cross paramedic killed by Israel. newarab.com 
The southern Lebanese city of Assaf was injured when
(2026-03-11). As many as 150 US troops wounded so far in Iran war, sources say. newarab.com 
As many as 150 The casualty figure has not been previously reported. Prior to Reuters' publication of the figure, the In a statement after Reuters published its report, the Pentagon estimated the figure to be approximately 140 wounded and said the…
(2026-03-11). Drone strike hits US diplomatic facility in Iraq: report. newarab.com 
(2026-03-11). Kneecap rapper scores court victory as UK appeal fails. newarab.com 
(2026-03-11). From Epic Fury to Impotent Rage. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2026-03-11). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-03-11). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-03-11). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-03-11). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-03-11). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-03-11). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-03-11). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-03-11). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-03-11). Electricity is about to become the most valuable commodity on earth. onlineopinion.com.au Thirty years and $8 trillion on renewables — yet fossil fuels still dominate. Why won't politicians talk about nuclear power?
(2026-03-11). May budget could reduce inequality, the size of government and its taxes? onlineopinion.com.au A radical budget idea: give every Australian shares in the economy and let dividends replace welfare. Could citizen ownership reshape capitalism?
(2026-03-11). What do we actually know about Iran's nuclear program? Not much. responsiblestatecraft.org Last summer's air strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities failed to resolve the nuclear issue. Instead, they clouded the situation. When Israel attacked Iranian nuclear facilities, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
(2026-03-11). Despite partial government shutdown affecting TSA workers, PHL airport operations continue to run smoothly. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? As a The shutdown is a result of a series of disagreements between federal lawmakers and the White House on DHS funding and how immigration officers operate. Democratic…
(2026-03-11). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-11). A West Chester man's Lynch syndrome discovery led to a colon cancer diagnosis. He now advocates for genetic testing. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? For months, Dennis Massimo kept getting calls from the same number, but it wasn't one he recognized. Figuring it was some kind of scam or spoof, he ignored it. | That was until one Monday morning last April when his phone rang, again, with the same number while he was at his construction job near West Chester, Pennsylvania. | "Finally, almost angrily, I picked up the phone and said, like, 'What do you want?'" Massino said. "And the person on the other end of the line said, '
(2026-03-11). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-11). FBI finds explosive residue in storage unit after 2 Bucks County men are charged with lighting bombs in NYC. whyy.org The FBI said Tuesday that it found explosive residue in a Pennsylvania storage unit as part of an investigation into two men charged with Emir Balat, 18, and Ibrahim Kayumi, 19, told police after their arrests that they were