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independent.co.uk (2026-03-16). Iran-US war latest: Nato allies reject Trump's demand for help to open Strait of Hormuz after threatsGerman chancellor Merz' spokesperson said "This war has nothing to do with Nato. It's not Nato's war," | The UK has also expressed an unwillingness to involve Nato, with Starmer saying that it "won't be and it's never been envisioned to be a Nato mission." Meanwhile, Greece has refused any military involvement in the Persian waterway and Italy has called for diplomacy to prevail.

theguardian.com (2026-03-16). Here's the news from Iran – Donald Trump is making America lose wars againHumiliating failure now looms, as symbolically damaging to US global standing and national self-esteem as Afghanistan or Iraq. Donald Trump menaces the world. He's global public enemy number one. He's steadily losing the illegal war with Iran he started but cannot stop. His violence-addicted Israeli sidekick, Benjamin Netanyahu, is terrorising Lebanon. And ordinary people everywhere, their security threatened, face a huge economic bill for his reckless folly.

Helena Glass (2026-03-16). Netanyahu's Potential Death Leaves White House in "Panic Mode" globalresearch.ca Trump pushing allies on Strait of Hormuz, except the US has no more allies. The US has a few countries which want America's money — but allies?

talkingpointsmemo.com (2026-03-16). Desperate Trump Begs For Help to Escape Iran Fiasco The foolery reached new heights over the weekend as President Trump veritably begged other nations, including rival China, to rescue him from his self-own in the Strait of Hormuz. | | In social media posts and news interviews, the president concocted new and implausible rationales on the fly for why other nations owed it to him to pitch in to thwart Iran's stranglehold on the vital shipping channel.

| AFP | (2026-03-16). Iran FM says ready to take war with Israel, US 'as far as' necessary. tribune.com.pk Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Monday that Tehran had shown it was ready to take the war with Israel and the United States as far as necessary. | "I think by now they have learned a good lesson and understood what kind of nation they are dealing with, one that does not hesitate to defend itself and is ready to continue the war wherever it may lead, and take it as far as necessary," said Araghchi during a weekly foreign ministry briefing. | Strait of Hormuz cannot be used to strike Iran: Esmaeil Baghaei | Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei on Monday said the Strait of Hormuz wi…

News Desk, The Cradle. (2026-03-16). Iran Mulls Allowing Tankers Through Strait Of Hormuz If Trade In Yuan. popularresistance.org Iran is considering allowing a "limited number" of oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz on the condition that the oil cargo is traded in Chinese yuan, CNN reported on 14 March. | A senior Iranian official told the US news outlet that Tehran is working on a new plan to manage tanker traffic through the strategic waterway on Iran's southern coast. | Iran has effectively sealed off the strait, allowing only its own and Chinese ships to pass. Before the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran on 28 February, at least 20 percent of the world's oil flowed through it.

Binoy Kampmark (2026-03-16). Existential Attrition: Iran's Closure of the Strait of Hormuz. counterpunch.org "The geopolitical genie is out of the bottle: by capitalizing on geography to disrupt global trade, countries can strengthen their strategic position at relatively low cost." — Alex Mills, The Atlantic Council, March 12, 2026 With each day of glorified actions against Iran, with each cloudy press session claiming supreme success through sheer force, the

aljazeera (2026-03-16). Nobody wants to get involved' in Strait of Hormuz military operations. aljazeera.com Charles Kupchan says the US and allies are reluctant to use military means to safeguard the Strait of Hormuz.

| AFP | (2026-03-16). Iran defiant as strikes hit Gulf transport, energy hubs. tribune.com.pk Iran said it was ready to take the Middle East war "as far as necessary" as it launched strikes across the region on Monday, while United States President Donald Trump piled pressure on world powers to help reopen a shipping lane choked off by the Islamic Republic of Iran. | Global oil prices have surged by 40%-50% as Iran has attacked shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and launched waves of strikes in the Gulf, in retaliation for the war launched against it by the US and Israel. | Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Monday they had targeted Tel Aviv and Ben Gurion Airport in Israel, as well as military bases us…

geo.tv (2026-03-16). Reactions to Trump's call for help to secure Strait of Hormuz. geo.tv UK PM Keir Starmer, US President Donald Trump and Australian PM Anthony Albanese. — Reuters/FileUS President Donald Trump called on allies over the weekend to help secure the Strait of Hormuz as Iranian forces continue attacks on the vital waterway amid…

| Reuters | (2026-03-16). Oil rises as focus returns to threats on Middle East export facilities. tribune.com.pk Oil prices rose on Monday as ‌investor focus returned to threats facing Middle East oil facilities, despite US President Donald Trump's call for nations to help safeguard the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for global energy shipments. | Brent crude futures climbed $1.27, or 1.2%, to $104.41 a barrel by 0400 GMT, after settling up $2.68 on Friday. US West Texas Intermediate crude gained 54 cents, or 0.6%, at $99.25 a barrel, after settling up nearly $3 in the previous session. | Read: Trump says US in contact with Iran but doubts Tehran ready for serious talks | Both contracts have s…

news24online.com (2026-03-16). US to launch another war amid West Asia conflict? Trump has been on a warpath in his second term, launching attacks against as many as eight countries, invading Venezuela, and launching a major war against Iran. According to reports, Trump may now have a new target on his radar– the tiny island nation of Cuba…

aljazeera (2026-03-16). How closing the Strait of Hormuz raises your grocery bill. aljazeera.com Closing the Strait of Hormuz raised oil prices. It also raises the cost of bread.

Ret Admiral Cem Gàºrdeniz (2026-03-16). History of Naval Warfare. From Gallipoli to the Strait of Hormuz: From the Mine and Barrel Duo to the UCAV and Missile Duo 111 Years Apart. globalresearch.ca The history of naval warfare is often told through the success stories of the great navies that ruled the seas.

| Web Desk | (2026-03-16). PM Shehbaz says govt prepared to face any situation amid global tensions. tribune.com.pk Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Monday that the government was prepared to face any situation arising from the ongoing global tensions following the United States and Israel's attacks on Iran. | The meeting was held in the wake of the recent crisis triggered by disruptions in oil supply following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Last week, to cope with the situation, PM Shehbaz announced a four-day work week and a work-from-home policy as part of wide-ranging austerity measures. | The prime minister chaired a review meeting today regarding the enforcement of austerity and relief measures, as well as…

| Reuters | (2026-03-16). Tehran asks for return of seized tankers as India seeks Hormuz safe passage: sources. tribune.com.pk Iran has asked India to release three tankers seized in February as part of talks seeking the safe passage of Indian-flagged or India-bound vessels out of the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz, three sources with knowledge of the matter told Reuters. | Indian authorities seized the three Iran-linked tankers near Indian waters alleging they had concealed or altered their identities and were involved in illegal ship-to-ship transfers at sea. | Tehran has also sought supplies of certain medicines and medical equipment, according to one of the sources, an Iranian official. | Iran's ambassador to New Delhi met Indian f…

NONE (2026-03-16). Trump seeks global backing to reopen Strait of Hormuz. dawn.com WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has escalated his "If there's no response or if it's a negative response, I think it will be very bad for the future of NATO," Trump declared in an interview with the Financial Times on Sunday. | Trump also said that he could delay his

| Reuters | (2026-03-16). UK's Starmer resists being drawn into wider Iran war, offers help on strait. tribune.com.pk British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday that Britain would not be drawn into a wider war with Iran but would work with allies on a "viable collective plan" to reopen the key Strait of Hormuz, though he acknowledged the task would not be simple. | United States President Donald Trump has heavily criticised Starmer for not initially supporting US-Israeli strikes on Tehran and said at the weekend that Britain, China, France, Japan and South Korea should send warships to the region to reopen the waterway. | Starmer told a press conference that reopening the strait was the only way to stabilise energy ma…

| Web Desk | (2026-03-16). How many countries have pushed back on Trump's Hormuz ship demand? tribune.com.pk Five countries have so far rejected, resisted or declined to commit to US President Donald Trump's demand that allies send ships to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting growing international caution over a proposed naval effort in one of the world's most sensitive oil corridors. | Al Jazeera reported a muted global response to Washington's appeal, while Reuters said allies had reacted cautiously rather than rallying behind the plan. | "I'm demanding that these countries come in and protect their own territory because it is their territory," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One. | Trump said his…

The Canary (2026-03-16). India receives gas delivery via Strait of Hormuz, despite Modi belligerence. thecanary.co Two tankers carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) have been transported from Iran's Strait of Hormuz to India. Bloomberg reported that the tankers would be: providing some relief to acute shortages as the war in the Persian Gulf disrupts supply of the cooking fuel. But, this delivery is quite a surprise given that the US-Israel attack […] | By

UMMID (2026-03-16). 4 ways US Israel war against Iran will change the world. ummid.com As the smoke clears over the ruins of Tel Aviv and the burning tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, a historical irony is emerging: The US-Israel war against Iran intended to cement American dominance may instead be the moment the United States loses its status as the world's sole superpower.

aljazeera (2026-03-16). South Korean protesters criticise Trump over Hormuz security demand. aljazeera.com Activists in South Korea have staged a protest against Donald Trump's request for help securing the Strait of Hormuz.

Sana Khan (2026-03-16). How Asian Countries are Responding to the Oil Shock. moderndiplomacy.eu The surge in oil prices triggered by the U.S.—Israeli war with Iran has pushed Asian governments to take emergency steps to shield their economies. The region is particularly vulnerable because many countries rely heavily on crude shipped through the Strait of Hormuz, which has been effectively closed since the conflict escalated. With fears that energy …

albawaba (2026-03-16). Trump administration working on global Naval coalition for Hormuz. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In order to safeguard commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most important maritime trade routes in the world, the United States is attempting to form a multinational coalition.The Wall Street Journal reports that the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to declare this week that a number of nations have decided to join a coalition that would protect ships passing through the vital waterway.According to U.S. sources, the alliance would use naval troops from many nations to accompany ships as they crossed the strait. Whether the operation would start during the on…

NONE (2026-03-16). The case of structural energy security. dawn.com Pakistan's energy system has undergone a transformation that has quietly been so consequential that its architects cannot quite name it. In FY21, imported fuels supplied exactly one-third of national generation. A 30-day Strait of Hormuz blockade then would have cost 2.87 terawatt-hour (TWh), enough to collapse demand-side and trigger load-shedding cascades of over six hours a day. | Today, the same

| Reuters | (2026-03-16). Indian foreign minister hails talks with Iran to open Strait of Hormuz, FT reports. tribune.com.pk Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar hailed direct talks with Iran as the most effective way to restart shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, in an interview with the Financial Times published on Sunday. | US President Donald Trump on Saturday called on nations to send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz open for shipping as Iranian forces respond to US and Israeli attacks on Iran. | Trump, in a post on his Truth Social platform, said he hoped China, France, Japan, South Korea, Britain and others would send ships to help protect the vital, narrow passage through which about a fifth of global oil…

Abdul Rahman (2026-03-16). US claims of security and peace "nothing but a lie" says Iran's supreme leader in his first public address. peoplesdispatch.org Mojtaba Khamenei also underlined that Iran will continue to block traffic in the Strait of Hormuz and may expand the war if required as a defensive tactic against US-Israeli aggression…

Editor (2026-03-16). Spain condemns Israeli Lebanon's hospital attack, "unacceptable violation" mronline.org The Spanish government condemned this Saturday's attack on a health center in Lebanon, which it described as "a flagrant and unacceptable violation of international humanitarian law," and urged that such acts be investigated because hospitals "are never military objectives."

Middle East Monitor (2026-03-16). "Where are we supposed to Go?" Israel's Ethnic Cleansing of 500K Lebanese Shi'is. juancole.com By Tatiana Svorou | — | Israel's blanket evacuation orders for Dahiyeh and southern Lebanon breach the core safeguards of Fourth Geneva Convention (Article 49) which require safe routes and swift returns. It has driven more than 500,000 people into forced displacement and urban collapse under the cover of "civilian protection" rhetoric. | (

| Web Desk (2026-03-16). Israel army says begun 'limited targeted ground operations' against Hezbollah in south Lebanon. tribune.com.pk The Israeli military said on Monday it had begun what it described as "limited ground operations" against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. | ‚≠ïÔ∏è IDF troops have begun limited and targeted ground operations against key Hezbollah strongholds in southern Lebanon, aimed at enhancing the forward defense area. | This activity is part of broader defensive efforts to establish and strengthen a forward defensive posture, which… | — Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) March 16, 2026 | "In recent days, IDF troops from the 91st division have begun limited and targeted ground operations ag…

aljazeera (2026-03-16). Displaced Lebanese shelter in schools, stadiums amid Israeli attacks. aljazeera.com Israeli attacks displace over 800,000 in Lebanon and kill more than 800, as the UN launches an urgent aid appeal.

aljazeera (2026-03-16). Monastery shelters families fleeing Israeli strikes in Lebanon. aljazeera.com Families displaced by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have found shelter at the Saints Peter and Paul Monastery in Qattine…

UMMID (2026-03-16). Pentagon doing its best to hide destructions caused by Iran. ummid.com Iran's retaliatory attacks on the American bases and assets in the Middle East have inflicted huge material and human losses, but Pentagon is trying its best to hide.

ptcnews.tv (2026-03-16). US-Israel-Iran War LIVE UPDATES: Massive fire near Dubai airport after Iranian drone attack, flight operations suspended. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The Middle East plunged into unprecedented chaos after the US and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran last month resulting in the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and sparking a war. | In response to which, Iran launched a series of retaliatory attacks on Israel and US military bases in the Gulf countries.

UMMID (2026-03-16). US Israel War Against Iran: Glaring Cost Difference. ummid.com The ongoing US and Israeli war against Iran and the latter's retaliatory strikes have once again demonstrated the mathematics of modern air defence.

newarab (2026-03-16). EU to discuss bolstering Middle East naval mission amid Iran war. newarab.com The EU's Aspides mission was established in 2024 to protect ships from attacks by Yemen's

WSWS (2026-03-16). "There is a real danger of a nuclear war" : Sri Lankan workers and students oppose Iran war. wsws.org Sri Lankan SEP and IYSSE members have spoken with workers and students in their campaign against the US-Israel war on Iran.

Sana Khan (2026-03-16). Missile Shield Under Strain: Can Israel keep up with Iran's Barrage? moderndiplomacy.eu As the U.S.—Israeli war with Iran enters its third week, questions are mounting about whether Israel's advanced air defence systems can sustain the pace of interceptions required to repel Iran's escalating missile and drone attacks. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Israeli officials have publicly denied reports that the country is running short of missile …

UMMID (2026-03-16). Collapse of Global Trust in Western Diplomacy. ummid.com The unfolding war against Iran — driven, in the view of many observers, by the strategic calculations of U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has become a defining moment in the collapse of global trust in Western diplomacy.

newarab (2026-03-16). US‚ÄëIsrael war on Iran threatens millennia of MENA civilisation. newarab.com

Mehmet Perinàßek (2026-03-16). The balance of two weeks in the Iran War. uwidata.com Panic in Washington and Tel Aviv We are witnessing that the US and Israel have failed to achieve the objectives they had initially set at the beginning of this war. This setback has also generated a palpable sense of panic both in Washington and Tel Aviv. In many ways, this is understandable, because while they …

Skwawkbox (2026-03-16). Tens of thousands protest against Iran war as Met claims repression works. thecanary.co The Met Police has issued a statement praising itself for its decision to ban today's London march against the Iran war. The force allied with the Israel lobby to ban the annual Al Quds Day march and limit it to a 'static rally'. Then it boasted how great its decision had been because its repression […] | By

newarab (2026-03-16). Iran's health system strains as 15,000 wounded flood hospitals. newarab.com Iranian hospitals have received roughly 15,000 war wounded since the US-Israeli military coalition launched strikes 16 days ago, according to The surge is overwhelming a health system already stretched thin after No…

| Reuters | (2026-03-16). Netanyahu posts video in response to Iran 'rumours' that he is dead. tribune.com.pk Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu posted a video of himself getting a cup of coffee and chatting with his aide on Sunday, after rumours that he was dead or injured ‌were aired by Iranian state media and spread online in Iran. | In the video, taken at a cafe in Jerusalem's outskirts and posted on Netanyahu's Telegram account, his aide asks him about the rumours. | NOW – Israel's Netanyahu: "I'm dying for coffee… here, you wanna count my fingers?"pic.twitter.com/fy1c8JMZin | — Disclose.tv (@disclosetv) March 15, 2026 | Netanyahu responds with a &sbqu…

UMMID (2026-03-16). 'Missile for Epstein Victims': Iran Sets New War Narrative. ummid.com In a personal blow to U.S. President Donald Trump, Iran is now launching missiles on Israeli capital Tel Aviv and American bases in Gulf countries that are written with a message sympathizing victims of Jeffry Epstein.

Pres. Donald Trump (2026-03-16). Video: Donald Trump's Announces War on Iran, Contemplates Boots on the Ground. globalresearch.ca President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" in Iran by the United States and Israel on Saturday, aimed at "eliminating eminent threats from the Iranian regime." | "For 47 years, the Iranian regime has chanted 'Death to America' and waged an …

UMMID (2026-03-16). Iran's 'Mosaic Defence' and 'Fourth Successor' Models. ummid.com As US-Israel versus Iran conflict intensifies, Iran's decentralised 'Mosaic Defence' and 'Fourth Successor' layered leadership models ensure military operations persist despite leadership losses.

Editor (2026-03-16). WATCH: CN Live! — 'The View From Tehran'. scheerpost.com Sayed Mohammad Marandi speaks to CN Live! from the Iranian capital under fire from a barbaric U.S. and Israeli aggression rooted in profound ignorance of the country they seek to conquer. Guest: Sayed Mohammad Marandi. Interviewer: Joe Lauria. Producer: Cathy Vogan For two weeks, Iran has been under relentless bombardment from the U.S. and Israel in a barbaric war of aggression …

hindustantimes (2026-03-16). Iran's explosive claim revealed: Israel plotting '9/11-style' terror attack in US to frame Tehran. hindustantimes.com Iran has accused Israel of planning a "false flag" operation to escalate the ongoing Middle East conflict. Ali Larijani alleged that Israel could stage a major terror-style incident on U.S. soil and blame Tehran in order to justify further military action. Iranian officials also claimed that Washington and Tel Aviv may have reverse-engineered the Shahed‚Äë136 drone to conduct attacks across the Gulf region under a different name, accusing them of trying to frame Iran for strikes in countries such as Turkey, Kuwait, and Iraq.

WSWS (2026-03-16). Israeli and American bombs damage Iran's cultural heritage. wsws.org The Trump administration and its various accomplices at home and abroad seek to obliterate the culture and historical memory of the Iranian people.

NONE (2026-03-16). WHAT'S THE US-ISRAELI ENDGAME IN IRAN? dawn.com "I do the wrong and first begin to brawl. | The secret mischiefs that I set abroach | I lay unto the grievous charge of others… | And thus I clothe my naked villainy | With odd old ends stol'n forth of Holy Writ, | And seem a saint when most I play the devil." | — Richard III (Act 1, Scene 3) by William Shakespeare | THE HOOK | The US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran is the biggest story across the world. It is being reported by the minute and hour. Given the latency between writing this article and its publication, I cannot and do not intend to follow the news cycle. | Instead, the purpose he…

Bassam Haddad, Mondoweiss. (2026-03-16). How Might The US-Israeli War On Iran Fail? popularresistance.org What was framed as a swift and definitive strike against Iran is fast becoming something far more unpredictable and potentially more dangerous. The expanding U.S.—Israeli war on Iran was sold, implicitly or explicitly, as a decisive blow: a campaign that topple the regime, trigger mass protests, fracture the Iranian state, and reassert U.S.—Israeli dominance across the region. Beyond the assassination of the country's Supreme Leader and an unknown number of Iranian military and political officials, U.S.-Israeli bombardment has killed over 1300 Iranian civilians, injured upwards of 10,000 more, and dam…

UMMID (2026-03-16). Iran seeks guarantees, compensation to end war with US, Israel. ummid.com In a major rebuke to Donald Trump, Iran Thursday March 12, 2026 sought guarantees and compensation to end the ongoing war with the United States and Israel.

Sana Khan (2026-03-16). Chinese Stocks Rebound on Chip Breakthrough Despite Iran war jitters. moderndiplomacy.eu Chinese stocks recovered from early losses on Monday as optimism over a domestic chipmaking breakthrough helped offset investor anxiety about the deepening Middle East conflict and uncertainty surrounding an upcoming summit between the leaders of China and the United States. Markets had opened cautiously amid rising geopolitical tensions linked to the U.S.—Israeli war with Iran, …

Ramzy Baroud (2026-03-16). The Iran War — The Most Obvious Question Liberal Media Refuses to Ask. counterpunch.org Doubtless, the war launched by US President Donald Trump is not popular among ordinary Americans. According to the latest public opinion poll, only a minority of Americans—part of the dwindling core of Trump's supporters—believe that the US-Israeli aggression against Iran has merit. According to a Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted in early March 2026, only 27 percent

Alfred W. McCoy (2026-03-16). Imperial Decline in the Straits of Hormuz. counterpunch.org Just as Egypt snatched a diplomatic victory from the jaws of military defeat in 1956 by shutting the Suez Canal, so Iran has now closed off the Middle East's other critical choke point by firing its Shahed drones at five freighters in the Straits of Hormuz (through which 20% of global crude oil and natural gas regularly passes) and at petroleum refineries on the southern shore of the Persian Gulf. Iran's drone strikes have blocked more than 90% of tanker departures from the Persian Gulf and shut down the massive Qatari refineries that produce 20% of the world supply of Liquified Natural Gas, sending natural gas p…

Onur Sinan Gàºzaltan (2026-03-16). Missile provocations against Türkiye: The US wants to draw Türkiye into a war against Iran. uwidata.com UWI author and political scientist Onur Sinan Gàºzaltan was guest on the live broadcast of Azerbaijan-based Anewz TV. Gàºzaltan answered questions regarding the missile attacks on Türkiye. To talk about Türkiye's response to missiles in Turkish airspace and what this could mean for the wider region, I'm joined now by Onur Guzaltan, a political scientist. …

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Iran threatens escalation, U.S. puts oil hub in crosshairs. ecns.cn Gulf countries reported fresh cross-border attacks on Sunday, a day after Iran urged civilians to evacuate three major ports in the United Arab Emirates that it labeled "legitimate targets" being used by U.S. military forces for strikes against Iran.

geo.tv (2026-03-16). Iran wants 'serious review' of Gulf ties, denies role in Saudi oil attacks. geo.tv Iranian ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Alireza Enayati, speaks to Reuters during an interview in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, March 12, 2026. — Reuters Iran wants "serious review" of Gulf ties, says ambassador to Riyadh.Alireza Enayati did not say who had carried out attacks in…

newarab (2026-03-16). Gulf states find land routes to circumvent Iran's Hormuz attacks. newarab.com Gulf states are opening new land routes to ensure Oman and the Emirate of Dubai said that a "green corridor" had been activated as a temporary measure to facilitate the movement of supplies to avoid the Strait of Hormu…

Sana Khan (2026-03-16). Hamas meets Trump Peace Board as Iran War Strains Gaza Ceasefire. moderndiplomacy.eu Representatives of Hamas have held talks in Cairo with envoys from a new diplomatic body established by U.S. President Donald Trump, in an effort to preserve the fragile ceasefire in Gaza as the broader regional war with Iran intensifies. Three sources familiar with the discussions said the meeting took place over the weekend and involved …

| Reuters | (2026-03-16). Trump says talks with Cuba ongoing, action possible after Iran. tribune.com.pk US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the United States could soon reach a deal with Cuba or take other action, ‌signalling that developments in the long-strained relationship may come quickly. | "Cuba also wants to make a deal, and I think we will pretty soon either make a deal or do whatever we have to do," Trump said to reporters on Air Force One. "We're talking to Cuba, but we're going to do Iran before Cuba." | The comments ‚Å come as tensions between Washington and Havana remain elevated following years of sanctions,…

Dean Baker (2026-03-16). When Hegseth Says "Lethality" He's Talking About Killing Iranian School Girls. counterpunch.org I'm going to give our "Secretary of War" a little credit. I will assume that even someone as openly bloodthirsty as Hegseth would not deliberately blow up a school building filled with little girls. But this tragic accident that led to the death of at least 165 Iranian girls between the ages of 7 and

aljazeera (2026-03-16). Israeli strike on Gaza police kills officers. aljazeera.com An Israeli attack on a police vehicle in central Gaza has killed eight officers including a senior police official.

aljazeera (2026-03-16). Quran echoes loudly as Palestinian reciters gather in Gaza. aljazeera.com Quran memorisers in Gaza overcome devastation from war, reciting the holy book as a source of hope and strength.

NONE (2026-03-16). Israeli forces kill 16 more in Gaza, occupied West Bank. dawn.com Mustafa, who survived a gun attack by Israeli forces, is comforted at the funeral of his family.—AFP | CAIRO: In a killing spree, Israeli forces shot dead 16 Palestinians, including two two children and their parents in the occupied West Bank and a man, his pregnant wife and their son in Gaza Strip, health officials said. | This was one of the heaviest death tolls in a single day in recent weeks, as Israel continued to Medics and the interior ministry of the H…

Human Rights Watch (2026-03-16). US/El Salvador: Deportees Forcibly Disappeared. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Venezuelans and Salvadorans nationals deported from the United States are transferred to the Center for Terrorism Confinement (CECOT) in San Salvador, El Salvador, on March 31, 2025. | © 2025 El Salvador Press Presidency Office/Anadolu via Getty Images…

infobrics (2026-03-16). EU must negotiate with Russia – Belgian leader. infobrics.org Europe no longer has any reason to insist on trying to isolate Moscow.

IRA (2026-03-16). The Unlikely Red State Trying To Buck Trump and Big Tech. portside.org The Unlikely Red State Trying To Buck Trump and Big Tech |

Dursun Yıldız (2026-03-16). Water Has Emerged as a Central Geopolitical Risk. globalresearch.ca The Munich Security Conference hosted a high-level event emphasizing water's essential role in international cooperation, infrastructure investment, climate resilience, and peacebuilding.

Skwawkbox (2026-03-16). Stop using murder-tech firm doctors tell NHS bosses to dump Palantir. thecanary.co Doctors and human rights groups are demanding that NHS trust bosses stop using a 'nothing special' patient data management platform provided by 'murder tech' firm Palantir. Disgraced Blairite peer Peter Mandelson pushed for Palantir to receive huge UK government contracts, without a competitive process. The Starmer regime awarded them despite — or because of — […] | By

eng.belta.by (2026-03-16). Lukashenko congratulates Tokayev on Kazakhstan referendum. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko expressed confidence that the implementation of the principles enshrined in the new Constitution will serve as a reliable foundation for the further prosperity of Kazakhstan.

Ed Newman (2026-03-16). Delegation of 140 activists departs Miami with medical aid for Cuba, condemning U.S. economic siege. radiohc.cu This coming Friday morning, March 20th, 140 people from across the United States will depart from Miami for Havana as part of the international Nuestra América Convoy, delivering humanitarian aid to Cuba and protesting U.S. policies that are deliberately creating an economic crisis on the island. | This delegation, organized by the peace group CODEPINK in collaboration with Progressive International, Cuban Americans for Cuba, and other partners, includes doctors, lawyers, union leaders, professors, social media influencers, and community organizers from across the country. | The delegation will carry 6,300 pounds…

James Wright (2026-03-16). With River Island closing 32 stores, the high street continues to fall maybe that's a good thing? thecanary.co In 2026, High Street chains are continuing to close due to a lack of consumer spending power and the move to online shopping. River Island plans to shut 32 of its stores this year. And there were 30% less High Street stores in 2024 then there were in 2014. But maybe that's a good thing? […] | By

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Trade talks seen key to sustaining China-U.S. economic stability. ecns.cn The ongoing trade talks between China and the United States in France carry great importance for the world's two largest economies to sustain the hard-won stability achieved over the past year, analysts have said.

eng.belta.by (2026-03-16). Belarus, Russia review cultural, humanitarian cooperation. eng.belta.by Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Natalya Petkevich held a meeting with Russian President's Special Representative for International Cultural Cooperation Mikhail Shvydkoy on 16 March.

James Wright (2026-03-16). Water company says it can't provide water for new homes after wasting 100 million litres every single day. thecanary.co South East Water has said it cannot provide water for new homes planned in the area it's supposed to provide for. Yet in 2024 it wasted more than 100 million litres of water every day through its creaking pipes. South East Water put profit over infrastructure The water company has spent significantly more servicing its […] | By

aljazeera (2026-03-16). Fire erupts at Dubai airport following drone attack. aljazeera.com Footage shows fire near Dubai International Airport after a drone ignited a fuel tank, according to UAE authorities.

eng.belta.by (2026-03-16). Belarus, Kyrgyzstan aim to step up interparliamentary, economic cooperation. eng.belta.by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Belarus to Kyrgyzstan Sergei Molunov met with newly elected Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh (Supreme Council) of Kyrgyzstan Marlen Mamataliyev on 16 March.

Andrew Korybko (2026-03-16). Decoding Trump's Demand for China to Join His Proposed Hormuz Naval Coalition. globalresearch.ca Trump He then told the

The Canary (2026-03-16). Quakers take silent protest from Scotland Yard to parliament. thecanary.co On Tuesday 17 March, Quakers will hold a silent Meeting for Worship outside New Scotland Yard. They'll then join a mass lobby of parliament to defend the right to protest. The meeting follows two police raids on Quaker premises. On 5 March the Metropolitan Police raided Westminster Meeting House, arresting 15 people attending a nonviolent […] | By

eng.belta.by (2026-03-16). Over 20 bird species return to Pripyatsky National Park after wintering. eng.belta.by With each warm spring day, more and more migratory birds arrive in the park from their winter habitats.

Jamie, Hazel, Cat (2026-03-16). Thursday 3/19: Tell Target to STAND UP TO ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.

Jamie, Hazel, Cat (2026-03-16). Monday 3/16: No Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…

WSWS (2026-03-16). Immigrant workers launch strike at JBS meatpacking plant in Greeley, Colorado. wsws.org Workers across the country, regardless of legal status, race or nationality, have an obligation to support the strike.

Editor (2026-03-16). Report: 50 Minnesota school districts still using 'seclusion' rooms. mronline.org Report also reveals racial disparities.

George Ochenski (2026-03-16). No, Governor, You Can't Cancel Our First Amendment Rights. counterpunch.org There's not much ambiguity in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. It reads: "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Insights | Home is where the heart settles: American 'village chief' shares his stories in Yunnan. ecns.cn In the ancient town of Xizhou, Dali, in southwest China's Yunnan Province, stands a boutique hotel renovated from a traditional Bai ethnic residence — the Linden Centre. Its founder is an American.

John Perry (2026-03-16). In Memoriam Berta Cáceres. orinocotribune.com By John Perry — Mar 13, 2026 | Ten years ago Hired killers were tracking her movements. An attempt to assassinate her on 5 February 2016 was a…

Amelia Sholihah (2026-03-16). The New Face of Work in a Post-Lifetime Employment Japan. moderndiplomacy.eu By 2026, the Japanese labor market will face a new reality. For the first time, the number of non-permanent workers is projected to exceed 40 percent of the total workforce. This change marks a new chapter in the history of Japanese employment. Over the past seven decades, the system of lifelong employment has served as …

Editor (2026-03-16). Digital extraction and the new logic of underdevelopment. mronline.org Re-reading Rodney, Nkrumah, and Mbembe in the age of data capitalism.

Guest Blogger (2026-03-16). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "…turbulence is the most important unsolved problem of classical physics."— Richard Feynman,…

| AFP | (2026-03-16). Stuttgart down Leipzig to strike blow in top-four race. tribune.com.pk Stuttgart's Deniz Undav scored the only goal in a 1-0 home win over RB Leipzig on Sunday, sending the fourth-placed hosts three points clear of the visitors in the Bundesliga. | Undav pounced on an error from Leipzig goalkeeper Maarten Vandevoordt to score his 16th goal of the season and move Stuttgart level with third-placed Hoffenheim on 50 points. | "Today, we just tried to win our duels. Winning those small moments gives us a boost in front of our home fans," Undav said to DAZN. | "And when you get that 1-0, you play with a bit more confidence." | Bayer Leverkusen, who were held to a 1-1 draw by a nine-man…

newleftreview (2026-03-16). 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.

WSWS (2026-03-16). Australian Greens' phony posturing against Iran war. wsws.org The Greens are seeking to direct opposition to the war on Iran into the dead-end of appeals to the very Labor government that is an active participant in this historic crime.

newarab (2026-03-16). EU debates how to curb energy costs as Iran war hits markets. newarab.com European Union energy ministers on Monday debated ways to curb the impact of a surge in The bloc's heavy reliance on imported oil and gas means it is highly exposed to global price swings – leaving some officials and analysts doubtful that the EU can find quick fixes. | The European Commission, the EU executive, is drafting emergency measures that include examining state support for industries, cutting national taxes, and using an upcoming revision of the EU carb…

WSWS (2026-03-16). Morenoites rebrand as "Permanent Revolution Current" : A conspiracy against Trotskyism and the coming socialist revolution. wsws.org At the center of the Morenoite conference was a reactionary theoretical revision aimed at eviscerating Trotsky's Theory of Permanent Revolution.

aljazeera (2026-03-16). Qatar Airways announces 'limited' flights to and from Doha. aljazeera.com Airline says limited number of flights will operate as of March 18 between Qatari capital and dozens of destinations.

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Xi replies to French teens' China dream. ecns.cn Several months ago, at a public school in southern France, students in a Chinese-language class learned that French President Emmanuel Macron would bring a 200-member delegation to China. They immediately put a question to their teacher, Hu Peixin: "Why not take us along?"

newleftreview (2026-03-16). 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.

UMMID (2026-03-16). Root cause of major problems the world is facing today. ummid.com Both these phenomenon, Colonialism and Imperialism, have been the forces at the roots of major problems which the world is facing today.

NONE (2026-03-16). Situationer: PPP's gubernatorial gambit 'pays off'. dawn.com IN Rather, it appears that Mr Tessori had outlived his usefulness to those who brought him into office, as his "sacrifice" is being viewed as part of a larger gambit aimed at reshaping the Constitution and the resource distribution fram ≠ework between the provinces and the federation, rather than merely antagonising the MQM-Pakistan. | For context, the Muttahida-nominated Mr Tessori was rem ≠oved from his office last week,…

Alan Austin (2026-03-16). No longer true that the rich keep getting richer as the poor get poorer. independentaustralia.net

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Customized express bus linking Beijing and Xiong'an New Area begins operation. ecns.cn On March 16, 2026, a customized express bus departs from Beijing. Since the day, the customized commuter bus service connecting Beijing and Xiong'an New Area in Hebei has officially begun operation.

ALEX (2026-03-16). Meningitis outbreak in Kent claims the lives of two young people. thecanary.co Two young people have died following an outbreak of meningitis in Kent. According to BBC reporting, a further 11 individuals are critically ill in hospital. The first individual to die was an as-yet-unnamed student at the University of Kent. The second was Juliette, a year-13 student at Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School in Faversham. The outbreak is […] | By

Monterey Peace, Justice Center (2026-03-16). Saturday 4/18: Marina: Greatest Enemy – Film and Conversation. indybay.org Marina Library Community Room, 190 Seaside Circle, Marina, CA, 93955…

A A (2026-03-16). Is having no war plan Trump's 'plan'? strategic-culture.su The Iranians have a vote on when the war ends. And they say that they are just getting started. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | T…

NONE (2026-03-16). 10 dead in hospital fire in India's Odisha. dawn.com A fire at a government-run hospital in eastern India killed at least 10 critically ill patients who were admitted in the trauma care unit, officials said on Monday. | Building fires are common in India due to a lack of firefighting equipment and a routine disregard for safety regulations. | The fire broke out early on Monday on the first floor of the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Odisha state's Cuttack city, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi told reporters. | "A short circuit caused the fire in the trauma ICU ward where patients were being treated," he said, adding that 23 patients were present on the floor…

| APP | (2026-03-16). PMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms across Pakistan ahead of Eid holidays. tribune.com.pk The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Monday forecast rain accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds in various parts of the country ahaead of Eid holidays as a new westerly wave is expected to enter the country from the evening of March 17. | According to the Met Office, the weather system will move into the western parts of the country on the evening or night of March 17, gradually spreading across most regions by March 18 before weakening by March 20. | The change in weather is linked to a westerly wave, a naturally occurring seasonal weather system that often brings rain, wind and cooler temp…

| AFP | (2026-03-16). Milan give Inter Scudetto reprieve. tribune.com.pk AC Milan missed the chance to pile pressure on local rivals Inter in the Serie A title fight after falling to a 1-0 defeat at Lazio on Sunday, as Como beat 10-man Roma 2-1 to increase their hopes of a shock Champions League qualification. | Faced with the chance of cutting Inter's league lead to five points, Milan fluffed their lines and fell to a second defeat in four matches. | Gustav Isaksen's calm finish midway through the second half allowed Inter to increase the gap separating them from Milan to eight points even though they only managed to draw 1-1 with Atalanta on Saturday. | It was a huge let-off for…

eng.belta.by (2026-03-16). Belarus' Falei claims second ITF title in Tunisia. eng.belta.by In the decisive match, the Belarusian defeated Hibah Shaikh of the USA in straight sets, 6-4, 6-2.

Nick Cleveland-Stout (2026-03-16). Weapons makers, foreign states lavish $32 million on US think tanks. responsiblestatecraft.org In 2024, top think tanks received over $25 million from foreign governments and $7 million from Pentagon contractors, according to the most recently available donor rolls. This figure is a conservative estimate, as about 40% of think tanks do not disclose any donors at all. These findings come from our newly updated

NONE (2026-03-16). Managing worsening inflation | . dawn.com On March 9, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) decided to keep the policy interest rate The

Rachel Charlton-Dailey (2026-03-16). Hypocritical DWP screens disabled people out of its recruitment process. thecanary.co The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been accused of using a screening process which filters out applicants with any health problems. The Disability News Service (DNS) reported that the DWP is using a private sector employment health screening service once they've offered someone a job. The service consists of a seven-page long questionnaire, […] | By

ALEX (2026-03-16). Police in England are still making arrests for 'illegal' abortions. thecanary.co Police in England are still making arrests and investigating 'illegal' pregnancy terminations, according to the responses to a Guardian Freedom of Information (FOI) request. That's in spite of the fact that legal amendments decriminalising abortion are currently passing through parliament. The move was part of Labour's Crime and Policing Bill, submitted by backbencher Tonia Antoniazzi. In […] | By

UMMID (2026-03-16). Controlling Kharg Island: Options for United States. ummid.com The Trump administration is weighing whether US Special Forces could seize or neutralise the Kharg Island as part of its strategy to pressure Iran during the continuing war.

NONE (2026-03-16). Eid shopping picks pace amid hype around 'Kashmiri' bangles, flowing kaftans in Karachi. dawn.com KARACHI: With fashion trends it is never very clear in our part of the world why or who started them. When every other shopper is demanding it, you just need to fulfil the demands. Just like last year when the Farshi shalwar was most in demand around Eid, this year there are the Kashmiri bangles which are all the rage. Every lady just has to have them to complete the Eid look. | About these Kashmiri bangles, which are metallic mostly in golden or silver with little bells on them to add to the jingle jangle, it was shared by a salesman at Jama Cloth Market that they have nothing to do with Kashmir as they originat…

Sana Khan (2026-03-16). U.S., China Inch Toward Trade Deals Ahead of Trump—Xi summit. moderndiplomacy.eu Senior U.S. and Chinese officials sought to wrap up a fresh round of economic talks in Paris on Monday, exploring potential agreements on agriculture, critical minerals and "managed trade" that could form the basis of announcements during a planned summit between the two countries' leaders later this month. The discussions, held at the headquarters of …

albawaba (2026-03-16). 10 ICU patients killed in India's Odisha hospital fire. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- At least 10 patients were killed and several others injured after a major fire broke out early Monday in the trauma intensive care unit of SCB Medical College and Hospital, one of eastern India's largest government-run medical facilities.The blaze erupted between 2: 30 a.m. and 3: 00 a.m., reportedly caused by an electrical short circuit in the casualty department building, according to local authorities. The fire spread through the ICU area where critically ill patients were receiving treatment.Hospital officials said 23 patients were in the ICU and nearby wards when the fire broke out. Seven patients di…

newarab (2026-03-16). The British Museum handling of Palestine erasure is in bad faith. newarab.com In hindsight, I shouldn't have been surprised that it was so complicated to find out why the word "Palestine" was removed from some sections of the British Museum. The difficulty was there by design. After all, the only reason why we, the public, know it happened in the first place is that a newspaper article The Telegraph, a conservative and staunchly pro-Israeli British publication, reported on the erasure of "Palestine" in the first place. An…

eng.belta.by (2026-03-16). Belarus, Georgia explore ways to expand bilateral cooperation. eng.belta.by Belarus and Georgia are ready to identify growth points and develop bilateral cooperation in areas beneficial to both countries.

NONE (2026-03-16). 'I am dead … for coffee': Israeli PM Netanyahu posts his video amid speculation about his death. dawn.com A video posted on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's X account is being seen as his response to the rumours of his death, which were earlier debunked by his office. | The video was posted on Sunday evening, in which Netanyahu is seen getting himself a coffee and being asked about the rumours, Israeli news website Jerusalem Post

| Life, Style Desk | (2026-03-16). Reconciliation efforts begin between Rajab Butt and Eman Fatima after divorce notice. tribune.com.pk Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt and his wife Eman Fatima have been making headlines after their very public separation took place online, with the latest developments suggesting attempts are underway to reconcile the couple. | Rumours about the couple's marital troubles had been circulating on social media for several days. The situation escalated after Rajab Butt had sent a divorce notice to Eman, which she shared in an Instagram story, intensifying speculation about the future of their marriage. The couple shares one son. | Amid the controversy, prominent Shia scholar Allama Asif Raza Alvi announced that he wo…

NONE (2026-03-16). ADB gives 'final chance' to $360m Central Asia Regional Economic Corridor project. dawn.com ISLAMABAD: The Asian Develop ≠ment Bank (ADB) has granted a final one-month extension for the disbursement of a $360 million loan for the embattled Central Asia Regional Economic Corridor (Carec) Tran ≠che-III project, which has already been delayed by around a year due to issues with the National Highway Authority (NHA). | "The ADB

Sana Khan (2026-03-16). U.S. Running Out of Options to Cushion Iran war Oil Shock. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States is rapidly exhausting the tools it has to cushion global oil markets from the shock caused by the Iran war, raising fears that a sustained disruption to Middle Eastern exports could trigger a deeper global economic slowdown. As the conflict enters its third week, roughly 15% of the world's oil supply remains …

Students for Social Change BCC (2026-03-16). Thursday 3/19: Film Showing: Coup 53. indybay.org Berkeley City College Auditorium | 2050 Center Street | Berkeley, California 94704…

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Full text: Report on work of NPC Standing Committee. ecns.cn Attached is the full text of the Report on the Work of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC).

| AFP | (2026-03-16). Sabalenka claims Indian Wells title. tribune.com.pk Aryna Sabalenka saved a match point on the way to a 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (8/6) victory over Elena Rybakina on Sunday to claim a long-awaited first Indian Wells title. | Sabalenka ended a frustrating run of finals futility against Rybakina, who had won their last four title clashes starting with a triumph at Indian Wells in 2023 and including a nail-biter at the Australian Open in January. | Sabalenka rallied from a break down in the second set and fought off a match point trailing 5-6 in the tiebreaker before finally gaining the longed-for title ⚪ and a healthy measure of revenge. | "Thanks God I got this trophy," s…

Dr. Binoy Kampmark (2026-03-16). Costly and Depleting: The Growing Problems of "Operation Epic Fury" globalresearch.ca The Middle East, where US President Donald Trump promised the "forever wars" would end, promises an end to his beginning.

NONE (2026-03-16). Middle East war disrupts pharma air routes, risks cancer drugs supply. dawn.com The conflict, sparked by US and Israeli

Leah Schroeder (2026-03-16). 'Water War' rages as India-Pakistan tensions reach boiling point. responsiblestatecraft.org Last week, water became a focal point in the Iran war, as airstrikes

UMMID (2026-03-16). Maharashtra colleges violating girls fee waiver scheme to face action. ummid.com In a stern warning to the colleges in Maharashtra denying admission to girl students under the state's fee waiver scheme, the government said affiliation of such institutes could be cancelled.

Roxanne D. Brown (2026-03-16). How These Oil Workers Claimed Their Power. counterpunch.org Bryan Goode and his coworkers perform demanding, hazardous jobs producing oil in one of the most unforgiving places on earth. They work on Alaska's North Slope, above the Arctic Circle, logging 12- to 18-hour shifts, often in whiteout conditions, with wind chills plunging to 100 degrees below zero—all the while keeping a sharp lookout for

UMMID (2026-03-16). India's five key states to elect new assemblies in April 2026. ummid.com The Election Commission of India (ECI) Sunday March 15, 2026 announced the election schedule of India's five key states namely — West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry.

DikelediM (2026-03-16). President Ramaphosa committed to justice for victims of apartheid-era crimes. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa committed to justice for victims of apartheid-era crimes | President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring justice for victims of apartheid-era crimes, saying their calls for accountability cannot be ignored. ⚪ In a statement on Sunday, the Presidency said government remains determined to pursue justice for families who have long sought closure over unresolved crimes committed during apartheid. ⚪ However, proceedings related to the Commission of Inquiry established to examine the matter must first be concluded in court. An application has been filed in the Gauteng High C…

ICRC (2026-03-16). Engaging non-state armed groups to protect missing people. icrc.org Protecting missing people: How non-state armed groups can make a difference…

UMMID (2026-03-16). Gen Z Triumphs in Nepal, Falters in Bangladesh. ummid.com During the last six months, there have been two political movements and subsequent elections in India's immediate neighbourhood – Bangladesh and Nepal, which might have an impact on India's regional aspirations and impact.

ICRC (2026-03-16). Lebanon: Intensification of hostilities worsens impact on civilians and critical infrastructure. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC Head of Delegation in Lebanon, Agnès Dhur:…

NEOB (2026-03-16). Government maintaining contact with oil industry players. sanews.gov.za Government maintaining contact with oil industry players | Government is continually engaging with stakeholders in the petroleum sector on fuel supply stability and security of fuel supply, as global disruptions continue. | This according to Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe, who delivered a keynote address at the 5th Southern Africa Oil and Gas Conference, which kicked off in Cape Town. | Conflict in the Middle East has caused disruptions to supply and a steep increase in fuel prices. | "To maintain product availability in our country, as communicated last week, the department remains in c…

____ (2026-03-16). Trade Talks in Paris Foreshadow U.S.-China Summit Amid Tensions. devdiscourse.com The U.S.-China trade relationship remains steady following talks involving key figures like U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng. Despite existing tensions, ongoing negotiations hint at potential agreements ahead of a planned summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Muslim Skeptic Team (2026-03-16). Commentator or Terrorist Agitator? David Betz and His Anti-Muslim "Civil War" — Part II. muslimskeptic.com This is a guest post by Abdullah Noorudeen from Coolness of Hind. In the previous part, we drew attention to the Zionist amplification of the civil war narrative in which Muslims are rounded up and slaughtered. We highlighted how Zionist-boosted chief civil war propagandist David Betz was laying the groundwork for potential Mossad assassinations of …

WiBOPM (2026-03-16). Nazi Terrorists Throw Brick Into Sheboygan Democratic Party Office; Labor and Community Members Respond. wibailoutpeople.org March 16, 2026 By Wisconsin Bail Out The People Movement The Sheboygan Democratic Party reported on March 16, 2026 that they discovered a smashed window and a brick inside their office. A message on the brick stated: "You're the real Nazis," on one side with a Swastika on the other. Labor and community organizers in …

Pablo Meriguet (2026-03-16). Far-right José Antonio Kast sworn in as president of Chile. peoplesdispatch.org Kast faces a complex challenge ahead: he has promised to align the government with the Trump administration, but China is Chile's main trading partner. Furthermore, he does not have a secure parliamentary majority, so his government will have to be one of compromise.

editor (2026-03-16). Trump's aura of invincibility is disintegrating. onlineopinion.com.au Trump still dominates Republican politics. But behind the scenes, cracks are widening over tariffs, war with Iran, and presidential power.

Fiza Najeeb (2026-03-16). Saturday 3/28: Know Your Rights: Best Practices for Interacting with Immigration Enforcement. indybay.org India Community Center | 525 Los Coches St. | Milpitas, CA 95035…

WSWS (2026-03-16). German Chancellor Merz and Canadian Prime Minister Carney attend massive NATO exercise for war with Russia in Arctic. wsws.org Underscoring the importance attached by the imperialist powers to the Arctic in the rapidly escalating redivision of the world, Merz was joined on his visit to northern Norway by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. Both countries are participating in the "Cold Response" manoeuvre with significant troop contingents.

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Mainland slams Lai Ching-te's secessionist remarks. ecns.cn The Chinese mainland on Saturday condemned Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te for making secessionist remarks advocating "Taiwan independence" and challenging the one-China principle.

NONE (2026-03-16). Probe launched into money trail of Ministry of Foreign Affairs officials. dawn.com GUJRAT: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has launched an inquiry into Rs4m cash which its two daily-wage officials were keeping at their residence in Gujrat. The information about the amount surfaced when the amount was stolen from their residence. | The officials, Amir Shaukat and Irfan Ahmed, had lodged a case with Civil Lines Police Station, saying that unidentified thieves had stolen Rs4m cash from their shared residence they had rented at Jattuwakal on March 12. | According to an official letter by the MoFA, a copy available with Dawn, an explanation has been sought from both the officials who get the…

| AFP | (2026-03-16). France picks mayors ahead of 2027 polls. tribune.com.pk French voters cast votes on Sunday to pick mayors and councillors in elections widely seen as a barometer of France's political mood ahead of the high-stakes 2027 presidential race. | Marine Le Pen's ascendant far-right party views next year's contest as its strongest chance yet to take power, with centrist President Emmanuel Macron constitutionally barred from running again. | The elections in around 35,000 villages, towns and city boroughs are held over two rounds held on consecutive Sundays. | While nearly 90 percent of France's communes are small rural constituencies where local elections are traditionally…

Rebecca Egan McCarthy (2026-03-16). Is the world heating up faster than we thought? grist.org For years, scientists have been

aljazeera (2026-03-16). Madagascar names anticorruption chief as PM days after cabinet dissolved. aljazeera.com President announces Mamitiana Rajaonarison as prime minister after Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo was dismissed.

| AFP | (2026-03-16). Spurs snatch late draw against Liverpool. tribune.com.pk Troubled Tottenham rescued a 1-1 draw at Liverpool thanks to Richarlison's late leveller, while Manchester United bolstered their bid to qualify for the Champions League with a 3-1 win against Aston Villa on Sunday. | Igor Tudor's relegation-haunted side trailed to Dominic Szoboszlai's first-half free-kick at Anfield. | But Brazil striker Richarlison netted in the 90th minute to spare Tottenham from a sixth successive Premier League defeat. | In grave danger of playing into the second tier for the first time since 1977-78, Tottenham are without a victory in their last 12 league matches ⚪ their worst winless r…

Annalinde Nickisch (2026-03-16). Stranded in Dubai: Missile alerts and a desperate race to get home. independentaustralia.net

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Innovation elevates gold exploration. ecns.cn On a wide field in Wuchengdaren village in Laizhou, Shandong province, a 30-meter drilling tower rises against the flat farmland horizon. In about six months, this rig will have pierced nearly 3 kilometers into the Earth, retrieving rock cores that could verify the presence of gold deposits.

The Canary (2026-03-16). Achieving climate targets is possible while limiting 'critical minerals' rush. thecanary.co A new report has shown crucial solutions to limit mineral demand for a green transition. These include public transportation, improved recycling programmes, and advanced battery technologies. Greenpeace International commissioned the report: Beyond Extraction: Pathways for a 1.5 ∞C-aligned Energy Transition with Less Minerals. The authors are academics from the Institute for Sustainable Futures at the University of […] | By

albawaba (2026-03-16). Drone strike sparks fire at Dubai international airport, halting flights. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- A suspected drone strike ignited a fire near a fuel storage area at Dubai International Airport early Monday, forcing the temporary suspension of all flight operations at one of the world's busiest aviation hubs.Authorities and civil defense officials said emergency crews quickly brought the blaze under control after flames were seen rising near airport infrastructure. No casualties were immediately reported, but passengers were evacuated and flights were halted.The disruption comes amid a widening wave of drone and missile attacks across the Gulf following the escalation of hostilities between the Unit…

IRA (2026-03-16). Historical Clues Indicate: Germany Secretly Funded Israel's Nuclear Program. portside.org Historical Clues Indicate: Germany Secretly Funded Israel's Nuclear Program |

Staff (2026-03-16). Republic TV (India): Debate with Arnab — Trump Isolated on Hormuz Coalition. gilbertdoctorow.com I was surprised and pleased to be invited onto the panel of debaters from India, the USA, China brought together by India's widely known host Arnab Goswani to discuss Trump's apparently failed initiative to form a joint naval force to open the Straits of Hormuz and also the question of America taking or destroying Iran's …

Human Rights Watch (2026-03-16). Reimagining Albinism Rights Advocacy. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Human Rights Watch Director of the Disability Rights Division, Elizabeth Kamundia (left), and Marco Bristo Fellow for Courageous Leadership in Disability Rights, Hilda Macheso (center), interview people in Malawi, October 2025. | © 2025 Samer Muscati/Human Rights Watch…

Global Research News (2026-03-16). Selected Articles: Video: Trump's "Soft Power." The National Security Strategy. globalresearch.ca By This video production focuses on President Trump's National Security Strat…

UMMID (2026-03-16). SPL 25/26 MW26: Al-Nassr, Toney remain on top; Joao Felix shines with brace. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025/26: Al-Nassr Saudi FC is leading as the top team whereas Al-Ahli's Ivan Toney remain the top goal scorer in the SPL 2025-26 standings released after Matchweek 26 ending Sunday March 15, 2026.

Aallyah Wright (2026-03-16). Why 'Sinners' Is Bigger Than the Oscars for Mississippi Residents. capitalbnews.org Check out Capital B's Beyond 'Sinners': The Stories of Clarksdale, Mississippi, a yearlong project highlighting Black residents reclaiming power and ownership in an area where Blues tourism and development have long excluded them. Clarksdale, Mississippi, resident Chandra Williams is ecstatic that Sinners won big at the Academy Awards on Sunday. The film had a record-breaking …

WSWS (2026-03-16). Amazon workers locked out of warehouse during tornado. wsws.org A video uploaded to TikTok shows the warehouse doors being shut and locked as more than a dozen drivers tried to get inside.

eng.belta.by (2026-03-16). Expert: Dissolution of the EU is inevitable step for its members. eng.belta.by The dissolution of the European Union is no longer a mere possibility but a necessity for its member states, Editor-in-Chief of the Words and Meanings almanac Elena Kondratieva-Salgueiro (France) said.

infobrics (2026-03-16). Dr Iqbal Survé's Insights on the Future of BRICS. infobrics.org Sekunjalo Group Chairman Dr Iqbal Survé launch of his new book titled A Shared Future for Humanity, to weigh in on geopolitics and the future of the BRICS bloc of countries…

DikelediM (2026-03-16). President Ramaphosa calls for turning point in SA's transport sector. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa calls for turning point in SA's transport sector | President Cyril Ramaphosa says the inaugural National Transport Conference should mark a turning point for South Africa's transport sector, calling for stronger collaboration between government, business and labour to drive reforms and improve the country's logistics system. | Addressing delegates at the conference held at Gallagher Convention Centre on Monday, President Ramaphosa said building an effective transport system requires partnerships across sectors. | "To build the partnership that this vision requires, we should consider establish…

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). China to tighten oversight of food delivery platforms to curb 'ghost kitchens'. ecns.cn China will introduce new rules requiring food delivery platforms to verify restaurant identities, licenses and operating addresses in a bid to crack down on "ghost kitchens," regulators said, with the measures set to take effect in June this year, according to media reports.

| AFP | (2026-03-16). Lights, camera…almost: Why India's film powerhouse struggles at the Oscars. tribune.com.pk India may churn out around 2,000 movies per year, but it is yet to win a golden statuette in the coveted film categories at the Oscars. | The South Asian nation's Oscar journey started in 1957, with Mother India narrowly losing the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film by a single vote to Federico Fellini's Nights of Cabiria. | In the decades since, only two other Indian entries Salaam Bombay! and Lagaan have made it into the final nominations for the top film categories. | This year, despite securing a spot in the 15-film shortlist for the International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards, Neeraj G…

____ (2026-03-16). Workers Strike at World's Largest Meatpacking Company Threatens Beef Prices. devdiscourse.com Thousands of workers at the world's largest meatpacking company initiated a two-week strike on Monday, aiming to highlight unfair labor practices. Employees of the Swift Beef Co. plant in Greeley, Colorado, picketed early in the morning, bundled in blankets and wielding signs to dissuade potential customers from purchasing JBS products.

John Perry (2026-03-16). In Memoriam Berta Cáceres. orinocotribune.com By John Perry — Mar 13, 2026 | Ten years ago Hired killers were tracking her movements. An attempt to assassinate her on 5 February 2016 was a…

newarab (2026-03-16). Houthi shells Ramadan gathering in northwest Yemen, kills eight. newarab.com Medical and local sources in Hajjah province in northern Local sources told The New Arab that the

Eric Zuesse (2026-03-16). Trump Is Reported to be Considering to Nuke Iran. globalresearch.ca 14 March 2026, On March 13th, a Pentagon memo leaked outlining a strike plan titled "Tehran Power Grid Neutralization." …

eng.belta.by (2026-03-16). Ryazan Oblast governor: Russia-Belarus cooperation strengthens amid new challenges. eng.belta.by Cooperation between Russia and Belarus is only growing stronger amid new challenges and a difficult geopolitical environment, Russia's Ryazan Oblast Governor Pavel Malkov said during a meeting with Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko in Minsk on 16 March.

newleftreview (2026-03-16). 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.

aljazeera (2026-03-16). Myanmar parliament dominated by pro-military party convenes after 5 years. aljazeera.com New parliament opens for the first time since the 2021 coup after elections that excluded major opposition parties.

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). CPC Central Committee, State Council congratulate Chinese Winter Paralympics delegation. ecns.cn The Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and the State Council on Sunday sent a congratulatory message to the Chinese delegation for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics, commending the delegation for leading both the gold and overall medal tables.

Caitlin Johnstone (2026-03-16). My Enemies Are Not In Iran. caitlinjohnstone.com.au My enemies are not in Iran. My enemies are in Washington and Tel Aviv. In London and Canberra. | My enemies are the western oligarchs and empire managers who are poisoning my society and making everything awful while slaughtering human beings with the help of my tax dollars. | My enemies are the tyrants who are turning our civilization into a mind-controlled dystopia where it is increasingly illegal to criticize the abuses of my government and its allies, and increasingly difficult to find informatio…

United World International (2026-03-16). Evaluating the Green Credentials of China-ASEAN Trade Along the Belt and Road. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer As the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) shifts from an infrastructure-centered vision to one of increasingly more inclusive models of world development, sustainability has become a core—if contentious—pillar of legitimacy. Nowhere is this more urgent than with China's economic relations with ASEAN countries, a strategic border region for BRI deployment. By …

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli claims maiden F1 victory in China. ecns.cn The race of the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix was held Sundayt in Shanghai, China. Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli claimed his maiden Formula 1 victory in the Chinese Grand Prix, securing the first race win of his Formula 1 career at the age of 19. Mercedes team mate George Russell finished second, while Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton took third place.

| Web Desk | (2026-03-16). Seven women killed as roof collapses in Rahim Yar Khan. tribune.com.pk Seven women were killed and several others were injured when the roof a building collapsed in Chak No 123/P Tibba, Union Council No 114, Rahim Yar Khan on Monday. | According to the Rescue 1122, the incident occurred when a large number of women had gathered at the payment point to receive the third installment under the Benazir Income Support Programme. | Upon receiving the information, the deputy commissioner and district police officer immediately reached the site while Rescue 1122 initiated prompt rescue operations. More than ten ambulances and rescue vehicles were deployed to the scene. | Rescuers with th…

CAIR Action (2026-03-16). Monday 3/16: Phone Bank for Leqaa Kordai & Ira Vijandre. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/pb-ly

Guest Blogger (2026-03-16). Storing Green Energy to Last Germany 10 Days Would Require A 60-Million Tonne Battery. wattsupwiththat.com The EIKE author concludes that batteries alone cannot guarantee a secure power supply. Even under massive expansion scenarios for 2030, gaps remain (especially in winter) that would strictly require a flexible power plant reserve (e.g., gas-fired plants) or imports.

NONE (2026-03-16). KSE-100 drops over 4,300 points as volatility continues. dawn.com Pakistan's benchmark KSE-100 index slipped 4,360.66 points by 1: 10pm on Monday, marking a turbulent start to the week as selling pressure returned to the market. | The index shed 2.83 per cent from its previous close of 153,866.16 points. | So far in the session, it has touched an intraday high of 153,943.69 points and an intraday low of 149,385.39 points. | The sharp decline comes after the index recorded its

Human Rights Watch (2026-03-16). Corruption-Linked Arrests in South Sudan Raise Questions. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The Ministry of Petroleum and Mining in Juba, South Sudan, November 7, 2012. | © 2012 Reuters/Adriane Ohanesian | In a wave of arrests that began on February 24, South Sudanese authorities have detained at least six current and former officials linked to the country's oil and financial sectors.While authorities have yet to publicly clarify if charges have been brought, Minister for Information Ateny Wek Ateny told media that the arrests were not political and that a committee was investigating "financial malpractices."However, previous high-profile detentions give reason to scrut…

| Life, Style Desk | (2026-03-16). Oscars 2026: Javier Bardem calls for 'no to war' on stage with Priyanka Chopra. tribune.com.pk Priyanka Chopra recently made an appearance at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, alongside her husband, Nick Jonas. She stepped on stage to present the Best International Feature Film award at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. | View this post on Instagram | The Indian actor was joined by Spanish star Javier Bardem, after being introduced by Conan O'Brien, the host of the evening. | As the duo welcomed the attendees, Bardem delivered a powerful appeal for peace, saying, "No to war and Free Palestine", a remark that drew applause from the audience. | Chopra stood beside him smiling, without saying a word. He…

David Swanson (2026-03-16). WBW News Action: It's a Marathon. worldbeyondwar.org

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Why did Chinese vice foreign minister Hua Chunying praise this fruit. ecns.cn During China's 2026 "two sessions" political meetings, a Guangdong deputy to the National People's Congress introduced a local specialty called Huajuhong, or pomelo peel, to Vice Foreign Minister Hua Chunying.

NONE (2026-03-16). Zardari, Bilawal reaffirm confidence in Sindh govt, Karachi mayor. dawn.com KARACHI: In a strong show of political backing amid mounting criticism mainly following the The leadership also praised the governance and efforts of the chief minister and the mayor in "difficult circumstances" while signalling to critics that the party firmly stands behind its provin…

eng.belta.by (2026-03-16). Belarus' industrial output at Br33.1bn in January-February 2026. eng.belta.by The mining industry expanded by 1.3% and the processing industry went down by 7% year-on-year.

West End Arts District (2026-03-16). Friday 4/24: Ocean Photographer of the Year Exhibit — Alameda Exhibition. indybay.org Hangar 41, 650 West Tower Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501…

albawaba (2026-03-16). Netanyahu shares video showing his fingers to dismiss assassination claims. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Following reports on social media that he had been slain, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu broadcast a video on Sunday.Speaking to the person filming him, Netanyahu addressed the rumors head-on in the video, making light of the rumors spreading online that he had passed away. In response to allegations that the tape was not legitimate, he lifted his hand during the conversation and asked the cameraman if he wanted to count his fingers.On social media sites like Facebook and X, the suspicions spread, with some people claiming that artificial intelligence was used to create the movie. Users used…

HG (2026-03-16). Iran warns major U.S. corporations to evacuate in UAE and Jordan. thecanary.co Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned companies in which Americans hold shares to evacuate from West Asia "so they are not harmed". An accompanying graphic circulated by the IRGC lists various industrial, tech, energy, and financial firms operating in Jordan and the UAE, including specific office locations. The list includes: Lockheed Martin, Boeing, […] | By

UMMID (2026-03-16). Here's why Cristiano Ronaldo to miss Al-Nassr Vs Al-Khaleej. ummid.com This is now almost certain that Al-Nassr Captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, will miss the Al-Nassr vs Al-Khaleej SPL match Saturday March 14, 2026.

UMMID (2026-03-16). How Masjid Haram in Makkah and Masjid Nabawi are perfumed in Ramadan. ummid.com The Grand Mosque in Makkah and The Prophet's Mosque in Madinah receive extensive care in all aspects of their operations and services, including perfuming their premises with oud, incense, and fine fragrances to create a spiritual atmosphere for worshippers and Umrah performers.

GABIK (2026-03-16). Nelson Mandela Bay increases ward councillor discretionary fund. sanews.gov.za Nelson Mandela Bay increases ward councillor discretionary fund | The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has increased the Ward Councillor Discretionary Allowance from R100 000 to R150 000 per ward councillor, raising the total annual allocation from R6 million to R9 million per financial year. ⚪ The allowance increase was approved during a recent full council meeting. ⚪ The Ward Councillor Discretionary Allowance, also referred to as the Ward Councillor Discretionary Fund, is a limited municipal allocation intended to assist councillors in responding to urgent community needs and small-scale social support initia…

Noah Hurowitz (2026-03-16). Dem in Maine House Primary Funneled PAC Money to Republicans. theintercept.com "Jordan Wood was not a CD2 resident until very recently, and I personally look sideways at someone who moves into a district in order to run."

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). China's Wang in shock defeat at WTT Champions Chongqing. ecns.cn World No. 1 Wang Chuqin of China suffered a stunning quarterfinal loss to Japan's Sora Matsushima at the WTT Champions Chongqing table tennis tournament on Saturday.

Lara Lakshmi (2026-03-16). Sunday 3/29: Unstitched: A Celebration of the Saree. indybay.org Asian Art Museum, Larkin St, San Francisco. Parking is at the adjoining UC Law or Civic Center garages.

Alecia Taylor (2026-03-16). At Howard, Athletes Must Stand for the Anthem or Stay in the Locker Room. capitalbnews.org For years, Howard University's women's basketball team has been taking a knee to protest the mistreatment and brutalization of Black Americans by law enforcement. But on Wednesday night, at a game between Howard and South Carolina State University, that tradition — which had been a source of pride for many players and students — came …

WSWS (2026-03-16). The rate of global warming is accelerating, approaching a dangerous tipping point. wsws.org Multiple recently published scientific studies all point to the increasing pace of global warming, driven by the mounting contradictions and irrationality of the capitalist system.

Vijay Prashad (2026-03-16). Cuba will survive: A diary. mronline.org For Paki Wieland (1944-2026), who fought the cruelty of U.S. imperialism all her adult life.

Dave Lindorff (2026-03-16). To Stop US Militarism and Criminal Wars, We Need Universal Conscription. counterpunch.org The Trump White House is refusing to rule out a draft, and also won't rule out sending current all-volunteer troops into Iran, and look at the hue and cry that has arisen from the likes of former Trump backer Rep.Margery Taylor Greene: "Not my son! Over my dead body!!!!" With conscription, most mothers and fathers would be saying the same thing.

| AFP | (2026-03-16). Top five moments from the Oscars. tribune.com.pk This year's Oscars saw "One Battle After Another" cap its outstanding awards season by taking home the night's top prize for best picture, as "Sinners" also won big. | It was a particularly competitive night rife with impressive performances, quippy one-liners, high fashion on the red carpet and tearful acceptance speeches. | Here's a rundown of the night's highlights: | Musical moments… and a rare tie | The night's first musical number recreated an extraordinary scene from vampire horror flick "Sinners," a montage that traces the history of Black music from West Africa to the Delta Blues to hip-hop. | Actor…

ICRC (2026-03-16). Respect for IHL supports fundamental human rights in the most extreme circumstances. icrc.org The following is a statement delivered by ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric to the 61st session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva on 23 February 2025.

UMMID (2026-03-16). India's obsession with Civil Services is killing innovation. ummid.com In the long run, a nation that values its innovators as much as its administrators will stand a far better chance of building the technological future it hopes to lead.

WSWS (2026-03-16). US media, politicians raise prospect of "boots on the ground" in Iran as Marine force deploys. wsws.org Amid an ever-greater escalation of the US war on Iran, the American media and political establishment are openly raising the prospect of sending ground troops into the country, which would vastly expand the scope and scale of a war that has already killed thousands.

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Leukemia therapy tackles relapse risks. ecns.cn Chinese scientists, with the aim of enhancing leukemia treatment, have developed a kind of "double-sided tape" that helps the body's own soldiers — engineered immune cells — hold onto cancer cells more tightly, making treatment far more effective without complicated genetic modifications.

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Innovative tech holds key to brain rehab. ecns.cn Brain-computer interface, an innovative technology frontier that establishes a direct link between the human brain and external devices, has great potential to revolutionize the treatment of mental health conditions with minimal side effects, according to a deputy to China's top legislature.

ICRC (2026-03-16). ICRC president calls for restraint and de-escalation amidst hostilities between Afghanistan and Pakistan. icrc.org The following is a quote attributable to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the latest hostilities between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Ed Newman (2026-03-16). Cuba appreciates solidarity shown at U.S. conference to condemn Washington's siege. radiohc.cu Reinforcing the condemnation of the blockade, the energy siege, and the hostility of the United States against Cuba was the call issued by Fernando González Llort, President of the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP), as he expressed his gratitude today—via a virtual message—for the support provided by an international solidarity conference advocating for the normalization of relations between the two nations, currently being held in New York.

Guest Blogger (2026-03-16). Ed Miliband's Wind Farms Could Cripple UK 'Iron Dome' Anti-Missile Systems and Leave Britain a "Sitting Duck" wattsupwiththat.com Britain is a "sitting duck" for drone attacks, senior defence sources say, because Ed Miliband's wind farms interfere with radar used by defensive domes.

NONE (2026-03-16). Exporters up in arms as air cargo charges raised. dawn.com KARACHI: After already struggling with higher war risk and freight charges due to deteriorating geopolitical conditions stemming from the

| JEHANZEB ABBASI | (2026-03-16). NAB challenges LHC ruling in Chaudhry Sugar Mills case before constitutional court. tribune.com.pk The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has challenged a Lahore High Court (LHC) ruling in the Chaudhry Sugar Mills case before the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC). | The LHC had directed NAB to file a reference before the accountability court within one week to formally close the case, following a petition by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz seeking the return of Rs70 million deposited as surety. | In addition, the court ordered the accountability court in Lahore to decide the reference within one month. | In its appeal, submitted through the additional prosecutor general, NAB requested the FCC to set a…

newarab (2026-03-16). Appeal trial opens for Sarkozy over alleged Libyan funding. newarab.com A lower court in September found the right-wing politician – who was president from 2007 to 2012 – guilty of seeking to acquire funding from Muammar Gaddafi's Libya for the campai…

Edited from James Beard, Mt Democrat (2026-03-16). America 250, 2026 National Ag Day – Nancy and Peter Gouch – California Agricultural Legacy. indybay.org The Gooch-Monroe Agriculture Legacy included 10 town lots on both sides of Main Street, in the Gold Rush Town of Coloma. Running from above the schoolhouse to beyond the original site of Sutter's Mill they also owned several houses, and the 320-acre Four Corner Ranch, today part of Marshal Gold Discovery California State Parks…

Drago Bosnic (2026-03-16). New Russian-inspired Chinese standoff weapons bolster Serbian military. globalresearch.ca Recent footage showing Serbian MiG-29 fighter jets armed with Chinese CM-400AKG air-launched standoff missiles has caught the attention of many analysts and media outlets, not only in the region, but beyond. | This is a significant enhancement of Serbia's standoff precision-guided …

eng.belta.by (2026-03-16). Belarusian MP: Constitution sets direction for society's development. eng.belta.by The Constitution defines the vectors along which society lives, said Natalya Pavlyuchenko, Chairwoman of the Standing Commission on Education, Science, Culture and Social Development of the Council of the Republic of Belarus.

____ (2026-03-16). Cuba's Energy Woes: A Nation in the Dark. devdiscourse.com Cuba experienced an islandwide blackout on Monday, plunging 11 million residents into darkness as the nation's energy crisis intensifies. The country's Ministry of Energy and Mines announced a 'complete disconnection' of the electrical system, launching an investigation into the cause. No operational faults were reported during the collapse.

WSWS (2026-03-16). The war against Iran will intensify the internal crisis of American capitalism. wsws.org Throughout history, regimes that confront deep internal crises have sought to resolve them through war.

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Trump says Iran's terms 'not good enough' for ceasefire deal. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump said Saturday that he's not ready to make a deal to end the military campaign against Iran "because the terms aren't good enough yet."

NONE (2026-03-16). Man arrested for allegedly killing wife, 5 children for 'honour' in Punjab's Sargodha. dawn.com MANDI BAHAUDDIN: Sargodha police on Monday said they arrested two individuals, including a man who allegedly murdered his wife and five children for so-called 'honour' before attempting to take his own life. | The tragic incident was reported from Chak 25 South area of Punjab's Sargodha district. | Sargodha District Police Officer (DPO) Muhammad Sohaib Ashraf confirmed to Dawn that the primary suspect, as well as another man nominated in the case, was in their custody. | The DPO added that the primary suspect, who was the slain woman's husband, was in a stable condition. | A first information report (FIR) was reg…

WHYY (2026-03-16). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…

newarab (2026-03-16). Lebanese children relive trauma as Israel's war intensifies. newarab.com In recent days, Lebanese parents have faced a painful question: what can they tell their children now that the For many families, there are no easy answers. The war has evolved from an occasional crisis into a recurring pattern, leaving little room for recovery or a return to normal life. | Rewinding to the

Phil Pasquini (2026-03-16). Quds Day Participants Call for an End to War with Iran. indybay.org For the past 46 years, on the last Friday of the Islamic Holy month of Ramadan people around the world have taken to the streets to stand for justice in support of Palestinians and all oppressed people across the globe. International Quds Day (Jerusalem Day) is a day of solidarity and unity against "imperialist and Zionist war and aggression in Palestine, Iran, Lebanon, and beyond by uplifting the people's right to liberation, sovereignty, and self-determination."

Editor (2026-03-16). War on Iran: The Saudis' alternative crude export outlet is also a trap. mronline.org Saudi Arabia is trying to avoid damage from the war on Iran by diverting oil exports from the Persian Gulf to the Red Sea through its East-West pipeline. This scheme however will fail at least as long as it takes part in that war.

WSWS (2026-03-16). Far-right Nationals leadership switch highlights Australian political crisis. wsws.org Matt Canavan has been the most vocal agitator in the rural-based Nationals to push the Liberal-National Coalition for a more aggressive, Trump-style agenda.

newarab (2026-03-16). Israeli forces keep al-Aqsa shut on Ramadan's Laylat al-Qadr. newarab.com The Palestinian Jerusalem Governorate said the Old City has been turned into a military zone, with hundreds of soldiers and police deployed to the area. | Israeli troops al…

newarab (2026-03-16). Afghanistan: Four killed by Pakistan shelling amid clashes. newarab.com Three children and a woman were killed by Pakistani shelling In total, "At 12: 00 am last night (1930 GMT Sunday), the Pakistani forces fired mortar shells on t…

Nirit Anderman (2026-03-16). Trump asked and communication minister listened: Netflix be required to invest in Israeli content. haaretz.com Following a request from Trump, Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi decided to revoke clauses his broadcasting reform requiring foreign streaming giants to invest in local content, which is the norm in other countries…

Sascha Lavin (2026-03-16). The Weekly Round Up: Ukraine, ARAP, SLAPPs and trans rights. ukhumanrightsblog.com In the news The UN Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine found that 1,205 children have been systematically deported and forcibly transferred from Russian-occupied areas in Ukraine to Russia. Of those cases, eight in ten children have not yet returned. According to the findings, Russian authorities have acted in contravention with international humanitarian law, under which …

newarab (2026-03-16). EU-funded AI systems 'exacerbate' human rights violations. newarab.com The European Union's Released on Monday by

| AFP | (2026-03-16). Australia urged to be brave against China in Asian Cup semi-final. tribune.com.pk Australia coach Joe Montemurro urged his team Monday to be brave in their Women's Asian Cup semi-final against defending champions China, who are wary of the hosts' attacking prowess. | The Matildas scraped into the last four after a 2-1 win over North Korea in which they were on the back foot for much of the game. | "We haven't always been brave enough to control the ball, and as you all know, my way of thinking is with the ball," said Montemurro ahead of the clash in Perth on Tuesday. | "So obviously the focus has been on that. We're playing a team that is very, very well structured, very well organised."

UMMID (2026-03-16). Renaming of Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College sparks outrage. ummid.com The Assam cabinet's decision to approve the proposal to rename the Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College in Barpeta has sparked outrage.

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). China's five-year blueprint set to fast-track tech adoption on factory floor. ecns.cn China's latest five-year blueprint doesn't just pledge to develop new quality productive forces ⚪ it maps out exactly how to get there.

Eric Worrall (2026-03-16). UN: "War-driven energy price spikes highlight value of renewables" wattsupwiththat.com "… Sunlight doesn't depend on narrow and vulnerable shipping straits, wind blows without massive taxpayer-funded naval escorts …"

infobrics (2026-03-16). Dr Iqbal Survé's Insights on the Future of BRICS. infobrics.org Sekunjalo Group Chairman Dr Iqbal Survé launch of his new book titled A Shared Future for Humanity, to weigh in on geopolitics and the future of the BRICS bloc of countries…

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). U.S. strikes over 90 military targets on Iran's Kharg Island: CENTCOM. ecns.cn The U.S. forces "executed a large-scale precision strike" on Kharg Island, a key oil export hub of Iran, on Friday night, the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) claimed on Saturday.

aljazeera (2026-03-16). First face of Al Jazeera Jamal Rayyan dies at 73. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera Arabic presenter Jamal Rayyan, the first face on the channel when it launched nearly three decades ago, has died at 73.

newleftreview (2026-03-16). 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.

Human Rights Watch (2026-03-16). Governments Should Support Vanuatu's UN Climate Resolution. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Ralph Regenvanu, Vanuatu's minister for climate change, speaks outside the International Court of Justice ahead of an advisory opinion on what legal obligations nations have to address climate change, July 23, 2025, in The Hague, Netherlands. | © 2025 AP Photo/Peter Dejong…

James Wright (2026-03-16). Richard Tice claims the 'establishment is trying to smear' his multi-million pound property empire. thecanary.co Deputy leader of Reform Richard Tice has claimed that reports his property empire avoided almost £600,000 in tax is "a desperate Establishment trying to smear" him. Of course, exploiting rent from people's need for housing with net property assets of over £30 million is entirely anti-establishment and doesn't epitomise the housing crisis the country is […] | By

Matthew Vernon Whalan (2026-03-16). My Substantial Praises and Minor Criticisms of the HBO Documentary "The Alabama Solution" counterpunch.org I've been asked by multiple readers (which is a lot for me) if I have watched the recently released HBO documentary The Alabama Solution, and if so, what I think about it. Perhaps because I have been doing this work in a considerably lonely and underfunded manner for about 16 years, starting too young, sticking with

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Para athletes clinch record medals in Italy. ecns.cn In a remarkable demonstration of the power of resilience and solidarity, Team China delivered a stellar performance at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics, scooping up a record haul of medals.

UMMID (2026-03-16). Artemis II Moon Rocket cleared for April 2026 launch. ummid.com The Amercian space agency, NASA, has cleared Artemis II Moon Rocket for a launch in April 2026 with four astronauts onboard.

newarab (2026-03-16). The ripple effects of the Hormuz blockade on essential products. newarab.com The ripple effects of Iran's threats to target vessels through the narrow waterway are spreading swiftly to other sectors that rely heavily on the region's exports, from aluminium and fertilisers…

| AFP | (2026-03-16). Laporta reelected as Barca president. tribune.com.pk Joan Laporta was reelected as Barcelona president on Sunday, defeating Victor Font to stay in charge of the Catalan giants until 2031. | The charismatic 63-year-old, who also beat out Font in the 2021 election, will reclaim his position in July after resigning a few weeks ago as part of the electoral process. | Around 42 percent of Barcelona club members voted ⚪ translating to 48,480 votes. Laporta triumphed by 68.18 percent to Font's 29.78 percent. | "This result makes us very happy and gives us a lot of strength, a lot, so much that it leaves us speechless," Laporta told reporters. | "No one will stop us. I…

| Life, Style Desk | (2026-03-16). Glitz and glam done right by 4 Pakistani influencers. tribune.com.pk With Eid season just around the corner, it's time to start styling up your outfits. To consider all the little details that need to be added to make the whole look come together. And if you're stuck figuring out what to pair what with, here are some Instagram fashionistas who have got you covered. | Here are some content creators that you should keep an eye on for Eid inspiration: | Misbah Dossani Sheikh: | View this post on Instagram | A rising Instagram influencer who has been using her platform for effortlessly chic looks, Misbah Dossani wears her confidence and personality openly. Her clothes speak a minim…

Miguel Santos García (2026-03-16). Beijing Shows Panama the Cost of Abandoning Neutrality. globalresearch.ca For decades, Panama successfully cultivated a foreign policy posture of strict neutrality defined by its unique geography centered on the operation of the Panama Canal. | This small-state hedging strategy allowed Panama to welcome commercial presence from both the United …

| AFP | (2026-03-16). Kazakhstan votes on constitution overhaul. tribune.com.pk Kazakhs voted Sunday in a constitutional referendum that authorities say will strengthen democracy — though several proposed amendments appear rather to boost presidential powers in Central Asia's richest country. | The vote on changing around 80 percent of the country's basic law has been pushed by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who is seeking to balance the resource-rich former Soviet republic's ties between the European Union, Russia and China. | Three exit polls published by state media indicated that between about 87 and 89 percent of voters had approved the amendments. Officials said turnout was…

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). China releases full text of NPC Standing Committee work report. ecns.cn The full text of the report on the work of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC) was released via Xinhua News Agency on Sunday.

newarab (2026-03-16). 'No to war and free Palestine': How the Oscars turned political. newarab.com This year's While presenting the award for Best International Feature Film, Spanish actor

Editor (2026-03-16). This DHS Official Oversees the Security of Federal Elections. He Wants to Ban Voting Machines. scheerpost.com Doug Bock Clark for ProPublica David Harvilicz, who co-founded a firm with a 2020 election denier, oversees voting machine security for the Department of Homeland Security while the Trump administration is relitigating the president's baseless claims that the 2020 vote was stolen. In his top post at the Department of Homeland Security, David Harvilicz sets …

ICRC (2026-03-16). We are outraged that humanitarian workers continue to be killed across conflicts. icrc.org This statement is attributed to Kate Forbes, president of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, and Mirjana Spoljaric, president of the International Committee of the Red Cross…

EDWIN (2026-03-16). Buying local strengthens SA's economic recovery. sanews.gov.za Buying local strengthens SA's economic recovery | South Africa's economic recovery and long-term growth are built not only in boardrooms and policy meetings, but in everyday choices ordinary South Africans make, says Government Deputy Spokesperson William Baloyi. | From the corner spaza shop in Ga-Mokgotho, Burgersfort, to proudly South African brands competing on the global stage, supporting local businesses is one of the most powerful ways to build the economy. | "When we choose local, we are not just buying a product, we are financially backing our own people. | "We are supporting the entrepreneur running a…

____ (2026-03-16). Panama's Economic Resurgence: Transport and Services Drive GDP Growth. devdiscourse.com Panama's economy demonstrated robust growth, with its GDP expanding by 4.4% in 2025. This surge was predominantly fueled by a remarkable uptick in the transport sector and sustained growth in services, even as agriculture and free trade re-exports experienced a downturn.

Kevan Sangster (2026-03-16). Stop the War protests gathering steam in the UK. independentaustralia.net

infobrics (2026-03-16). BRICS Precious Metals Exchange: Member Nations Move Toward Launch. infobrics.org The BRICS Precious Metals Exchange is moving closer to reality right now, with member nations confirming plans for a dedicated trading platform…

newarab (2026-03-16). Iraq's Kataeb Hezbollah says security commander killed. newarab.com Iraq's powerful armed group The group's leader Ahmad al-Hamidawi, also known as Abu Hussein al-Hamidawi, said "we announce the martyrdom of Haj Abu Ali al-Askari", without providing any details on how and when he was killed. | A security official said that "Abu Ali al-Askari is Abu Ali al-Amiri, the commander who was killed in a strike on Baghdad on Satu…

aljazeera (2026-03-16). Destruction in Beirut as bombing and mass displacement continue. aljazeera.com Neighbourhoods in Beirut's southern suburbs have been left in ruins by Israeli bombing attacks.

Mojmir Babacek (2026-03-16). The USA on the Path to World Domination and the Elimination of Democracy. globalresearch.ca In the so-called democratic world, a hidden struggle for power is growing.

Ed Newman (2026-03-16). Andrés Manuel López Obrador: "It pains me that they seek to exterminate the brotherly people of Cuba" radiohc.cu Amid the economic crisis facing Cuba—driven by the tightening of the U.S. economic blockade, which includes restrictions on the acquisition of hydrocarbons—President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has stepped out of his retirement from public life and social media to call for extraordinary support for the Cuban people during this difficult juncture.

Martin Edwin Andersen (2026-03-16). Just Security: Iran, the Nuremberg Inheritance, and the Trump-Netanyahu Axis. indybay.org After the Iran Strikes, Shouldn't Nuremberg's Legacy Apply to Trump and Netanyahu? | Nuremberg's promise was simple but radical: power does not erase responsibility. The Iran strikes — and the global reaction to them — test whether that promise is finally meant for everyone.

Indivisible SF (2026-03-16). Saturday 4/4: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…

Jeffrey St. Clair (2026-03-16). Roaming Charges: Muscle For Brains. counterpunch.org The Iran war is a war of choice. But that doesn't tell us much, does it? All wars are wars of choice. The questions are: was it a necessary choice? Was it a good choice? Was it a rational choice? Were the consequences considered? Who made the choice and why? We still don't know the answers to these questions.

ecns.cn (2026-03-16). Vietnam opens polls for 16th NA, local council elections. ecns.cn Vietnam opened polls on Sunday to elect deputies to the 16th National Assembly (NA) and members of People's Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term, Vietnam News Agency reported.

UMMID (2026-03-16). Eid 2026 Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia on Wed March 18. ummid.com Eid 2026 Moon: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and neighboring Arab states are gearing up to sight the Eid 2026 Moon, Crescent, of the month of Shawwal on Wednesday 29th of Ramadan 1447 AH corresponding to March 18, 2026.

newarab (2026-03-16). How to make The New Arab your top news source on Google. newarab.com

Sana Khan (2026-03-16). Iran War Lays Bare the Geopolitical Cost of Fossil Fuel Dependence. moderndiplomacy.eu The disruption to global energy markets caused by the war involving Iran has highlighted the strategic risks of relying heavily on fossil fuels, the head of the United Nations' climate body warned on Monday. Simon Stiell, executive secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), said the crisis offers an "abject lesson" …

____ (2026-03-16). From Coal to Community: The Bishrampur Transformation. devdiscourse.com Bishrampur, once a thriving coal mine, now serves as a beacon of transformation in central India. The site, which yielded over 38.7 million tons of coal before depleting in 2018, has been repurposed into a tourism destination. This transformation offers sustainable livelihood options for the local community.

WSWS (2026-03-16). Kshama Sawant: Revolutionary rhetoric and reformist politics. wsws.org Sawant seeks to channel mass popular opposition to war, social inequality and attacks on democratic rights into the dead end of bourgeois electoral politics, while promoting the illusion that pressure from below can force a section of the trade union bureaucracy to lead general strikes and wring major concessions from the ruling class.

ptcnews.tv (2026-03-16). Emirates temporarily suspends Dubai flight operations amid drone strike, escalating tensions. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Emirates have suspended its flight operations from and to Dubai amid escalating Middle East tensions. The airline issued an alert on X, informing travellers that operations had been halted following a security incident. "All flights to and from Dubai have been temporarily suspended. Please do not go to the airport," the airline wrote on X. | Emirates added that passenger safety remained its top priority. "Emirates will share updates when available. We would like to thank our customers for their understanding and patience. The safety of our passengers and crew is our highest priority and will not b…

| AFP | (2026-03-16). Hungary pre-election showdown draws crowds. tribune.com.pk Huge crowds joined rival marches staged by Hungarian premier Viktor Orban and his main opponent Peter Magyar in Budapest on Sunday, as both push allegations of foreign interference just four weeks before tightly-fought elections. | Orban — who faces an unprecedented challenge to his 16-year rule — has sought to portray the opposition leader as a "puppet" of Brussels and Kyiv, while Magyar has accused the Moscow-friendly premier of seeking the Kremlin's help to stay in power ahead of the April 12 elections. | The nationalist leader in his speech Sunday urged Ukraine to stop "attacking" the central E…

geo.tv (2026-03-16). Ten dead in India hospital fire. geo.tv SCB Medical College and Hospital in Odisha state's Cuttack city, India, March 16, 2026. — X/@ndtvNEW DELHI: A fire at a government-run hospital in eastern India killed at least 10 critically ill patients who were admitted in the trauma care unit, officials said on…

EDWIN (2026-03-16). SA turning the tide against slow growth. sanews.gov.za SA turning the tide against slow growth | South Africa is finally turning the corner on slow growth. | Thanks to government's pro-growth reformist agenda, green shoots are emerging in nearly all key sectors of the economy, Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau said on Monday. ⚪ "Consistent energy supply, and an improved transport and logistics environment, including the drop in inflation to 3.5% recorded early this year, have had a positive knock-on effect on key sectors of the economy. ⚪ Mining and Agriculture have both shown strong growth — factors which bode well for sustained growth," Ta…

Maddison Wheeldon (2026-03-16). Oscars stars say no to war and back calls for Palestinian liberation. thecanary.co The Oscars 2026 saw the acting elite from across the Western world come together to celebrate another year in cinema. Presented by Conan O'Brien, the event was the usual display of glitz and glam as some of the most privileged people in the world came together. However, like previous years, some actors and actresses showed […] | By

infobrics (2026-03-16). Pentagon and Anduril sign $20 billion weapons contract. infobrics.org Media reports from January 2025 suggested that Anduril will build "a weapons megafactory, Arsenal-1, in Columbus, Ohio – which could 'go hot' as soon as July 2026". The facility will span nearly half a square kilometer and will be built near the Rickenbacker International Airport. This suggests that the Pentagon plans a massive expansion in militarized AI platforms.

UMMID (2026-03-16). 12th Maths QR Code takes to YouTube Channel, CBSE in damage control. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education Tuesday March 10, 2026 went into damage control mode after the QR Code printed on the CBSE 12th Mathematics Paper led to a YouTube Music Channel, sparking a massive row.

Khubaka, Michael Harris (2026-03-16). California 175 – Pan African Heritage at Sutter's Fort and California Gold Mining District. indybay.org Imagine the positive impact on society if people of Pan African Ancestry were part of the daily Sutter's Fort, State Historical Park Tourist and Educational experience. | People of Pan African Ancestry provided financial venture capital, agriculture products, cooking, barrel making, personal military escort, fur trapping, scouting and much, much more…

| Life, Style Desk | (2026-03-16). Minal Khan announced as new ambassador for Mothercare Pakistan. tribune.com.pk Actor and mother Minal Khan has officially been announced as the new face for Mothercare Pakistan. | The star shared a collaborative post with the brand on Instagram, featuring an advertisement for a baby product, as well as some fun behind-the-scenes content. In the caption, the brand highlighted its long-standing reputation, stating that, "for over 5 decades, Mothercare has been trusted by moms to care for what matters most". | Khan, who welcomed her first child with husband Ahsan Mohsin Ikram in November 2023, brings a personal connection to the campaign. The couple's son, Muhammad Hasan Ikram, marked a new…

Arelys García (2026-03-16). Protesta de Baraguá: Cuando Cuba no bajó la espada de la dignidad. radiohc.cu La Protesta de Baraguá, "lo más glorioso de la historia de Cuba", así la calificó el Apóstol de la Independencia, José Martí, en justo reconocimiento al acto patriótico que salvó moralmente la Revolución iniciada en 1868 cuando las campanas de la Demajagua despertaron las ansias libertarias. | Era el 15 de marzo de 1878. Bajo aquella arboleda de mangos, se vieron frente a frente el general Arsenio Martínez Campos y Antonio Maceo y Grajales, uno de nuestros más lúcidos mambíses. De un lado, España y su afán colonialista; del otro, Cuba y su dignidad; de una parte, el General español, con su verbo ampuloso y su doc…

Roberto Morejón (2026-03-16). AMLO conmovido ante intento de exterminio a pueblo cubano. radiohc.cu El bloqueo estadounidense a Cuba, robustecido hasta el paroxismo con el boicot a proveedores de petróleo, ha generado una corriente de apoyo al archipiélago caribeño, con énfasis en México. | El expresidente Andrés Manuel López Obrador escribió un conmovedor mensaje en el que insta a hacer donativos al pueblo de la mayor de las Antillas, ante el aumento de las carencias materiales, por el cerco de la potencia del Norte. | El líder mexicano, en retiro y con aisladas intervenciones públicas, redactó un mensaje en redes sociales, en el que destaca la sugerente frase: "Me hiere que busquen exterminar al hermano puebl…

Arelys García (2026-03-16). Protesta de Baraguá: Cuando Cuba no bajó la espada de la dignidad. radiohc.cu La Protesta de Baraguá, "lo más glorioso de la historia de Cuba", así la calificó el Apóstol de la Independencia, José Martí, en justo reconocimiento al acto patriótico que salvó moralmente la Revolución iniciada en 1868 cuando las campanas de la Demajagua despertaron las ansias libertarias. | Era el 15 de marzo de 1878. Bajo aquella arboleda de mangos, se vieron frente a frente el general Arsenio Martínez Campos y Antonio Maceo y Grajales, uno de nuestros más lúcidos mambíses. De un lado, España y su afán colonialista; del otro, Cuba y su dignidad; de una parte, el General español, con su verbo ampuloso y su doc…

Barbara Gomez (2026-03-16). Presidenta de México reafirma que su país seguirá apoyando a Cuba. radiohc.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, respaldó este domingo el posicionamiento del exmandatario Andrés Manuel López Obrador en solidaridad con Cuba, y reiteró que su país seguirá apoyando al pueblo de la nación caribeña. | Durante un acto en Compostela, del occidental estado de Nayarit, resaltó el mensaje transmitido ayer por el exgobernante, en el cual señaló que está en retiro, pero le hiere "que busquen exterminar, por sus ideales de libertad y defensa de la soberanía, al hermano pueblo de Cuba". | Sheinbaum mencionó que la población de la mayor de las Antillas ha sufrido durante muchos años el cerco eco…

Barbara Gomez (2026-03-16). Presidenta de México reafirma que su país seguirá apoyando a Cuba. radiohc.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, respaldó este domingo el posicionamiento del exmandatario Andrés Manuel López Obrador en solidaridad con Cuba, y reiteró que su país seguirá apoyando al pueblo de la nación caribeña. | Durante un acto en Compostela, del occidental estado de Nayarit, resaltó el mensaje transmitido ayer por el exgobernante, en el cual señaló que está en retiro, pero le hiere "que busquen exterminar, por sus ideales de libertad y defensa de la soberanía, al hermano pueblo de Cuba". | Sheinbaum mencionó que la población de la mayor de las Antillas ha sufrido durante muchos años el cerco eco…

Staff (2026-03-16). Barcelona golea 5-2 al Sevilla y recupera su ventaja en la cima de la Liga. cubadebate.cu Los azulgranas se impusieron con autoridad en el Spotify Camp Nou, destacando un triplete de Raphinha, y vuelven a situarse cuatro puntos por encima del Real Madrid en la tabla de posiciones.

Mireya Ojeda (2026-03-16). Garantizan servicio del Medibús Cienfuegos-La Habana en medio del bloqueo y el déficit de petróleo. radiohc.cu El cerco comercial del Gobierno de Estados Unidos contra Cuba afecta la vida misma, impacta en todos los sectores y está enfrentando ahora el asedio que impide la entrada de petróleo, pero en el Ministerio de Salud Pública se adoptan medidas para mantener servicios vitales. | øEjemplo? El del Medibús transportando gratis, a pacientes que acuden a sus turnos médicos, a más de una decena de hospitales de Ciudad de La Habana, desde Cienfuegos, todos los lunes, miércoles y viernes, a partir de las 4: 00 am y regresen alrededor de las 9: pm luego de recorrer alrededor de 700 kilómetros. | Uno de los choferes, de…

Staff (2026-03-16). Díaz-Canel agradece solidaridad de México y López Obrador: "Jamás olvidaremos tu apoyo" cubadebate.cu El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, expresó este domingo su profundo agradecimiento a México y al expresidente Andrés Manuel López Obrador por la solidaridad mostrada hacia la isla en medio del recrudecimiento del bloqueo impuesto por Estados Unidos. A través de sus redes sociales, el mandatario cubano respondió al reciente mensaje de López Obrador, quien convocó al pueblo mexicano a apoyar a Cuba frente al bloqueo.

Staff (2026-03-16). Díaz-Canel agradece solidaridad de México y López Obrador: "Jamás olvidaremos tu apoyo" cubadebate.cu El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, expresó este domingo su profundo agradecimiento a México y al expresidente Andrés Manuel López Obrador por la solidaridad mostrada hacia la isla en medio del recrudecimiento del bloqueo impuesto por Estados Unidos. A través de sus redes sociales, el mandatario cubano respondió al reciente mensaje de López Obrador, quien convocó al pueblo mexicano a apoyar a Cuba frente al bloqueo.

Mireya Ojeda (2026-03-16). Garantizan servicio del Medibús Cienfuegos-La Habana en medio del bloqueo y el déficit de petróleo. radiohc.cu El cerco comercial del Gobierno de Estados Unidos contra Cuba afecta la vida misma, impacta en todos los sectores y está enfrentando ahora el asedio que impide la entrada de petróleo, pero en el Ministerio de Salud Pública se adoptan medidas para mantener servicios vitales. | øEjemplo? El del Medibús transportando gratis, a pacientes que acuden a sus turnos médicos, a más de una decena de hospitales de Ciudad de La Habana, desde Cienfuegos, todos los lunes, miércoles y viernes, a partir de las 4: 00 am y regresen alrededor de las 9: pm luego de recorrer alrededor de 700 kilómetros. | Uno de los choferes, de…

reenvia Red Latina sin fronteras (2026-03-16). serie Tras las huellas del Che. indybay.org serie (1/7) 2024 | Tras las huellas del Che…

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