(2025-12-04). Sudanese journalist Taj al-Sir Ahmed Suleiman killed by RSF paramilitary in EL-Fasher. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-04). Democrats in Congress Are Out of Touch With Constituents on Israeli Genocide. scheerpost.com
(2025-12-04). Microsoft Faces Reckoning for Assisting Israel's Genocide in Gaza. scheerpost.com
(2025-12-04). Patrick Lawrence: Zionism on the Upper East Side. scheerpost.com Park East Synagogue, New York. (Gryffindor/Wikimedia Commons) | In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a tax-deductible By Patrick Lawrence / We watch in horror from afar as the Zionist terror state continues its genocide against t…
(2025-12-04). New Report Exposes Torture, Abuse, and Medical Neglect in Florida Migrant Jails. truthout.org Two immigration detention centers in Florida have gained notoriety for inhumane conditions since Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis, in close alignment with President Donald Trump's anti-immigrant agenda, has rapidly scaled up mass detention in the state, and a report released Thursday detailed how human rights violations at the two facilities amount to torture in some cases. |
(2025-12-04). Manifestation of religious belief: Smith v Manchester City Council [2025] EWHC 2987 (KB). ukhumanrightsblog.com 
By Georgina Pein To what extent does the law afford protection to couples looking to foster children, in circumstances where that couple possesses (and vocalises) strong religious beliefs? This was the issue for consideration before Turner J, who heard this appeal in the King's Bench Division of the High Court. Judgment was handed down on …
(2025-12-04). Empowering persons with disabilities for an inclusive society. sanews.gov.za Empowering persons with disabilities for an inclusive society | By Phuti Mabelebele | Imagine a South Africa where every individual, regardless of ability, has equal opportunity to thrive and contribute meaningfully. This is the type of an inclusive society we are striving to build as we concluded Disability Rights Awareness Month on the 3rd of December. ⚪ Our commitment is to raise awareness of the rights of people with disabilities, bring to the fore challenges faced by people with disabilities and find ways to remove barriers that continue to marginalise people with disabilities. ⚪ Our nation has always f…
(2025-12-04). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-12-04). Sumatra's flood crisis: How deforestation turned a cyclonic storm into a likely recurring tragedy. |
(2025-12-04). Trump's MAGA crisis: Is MTG making moves or calling it quits? strategic-culture.su
(2025-12-04). Zillow deletes climate risk data from listings after complaints it harms sales. grist.org 
Zillow, the largest real estate listing site in the U.S., has removed a feature that allowed people to view a property's exposure to the climate crisis, following complaints from the industry and some homeowners that it was hurting sales. | In September last year, the online real estate marketplace
(2025-12-04). The housing crisis is forcing Americans to choose between affordability and safety. |
(2025-12-04). Five Palestinians killed in Gaza as captive remains identified. newarab.com 
Israeli aircraft carried out a series of airstrikes on the tents of displaced people in the Al-Mawasi area near Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip Wednesday evening, resulting in the killing of five Palestinians, including two children. Dozens of people were also wounded. | Israel's army also said Thursday the remains of the second-to-last "Following the completion of the identification process…IDF representatives, together with the Ministr…
(2025-12-04). As Displaced Palestinians Wait To Return to Their Homes in West Bank Refugee Camps, U.S. Reconstruction Plans Threaten To Erase the Camps. scheerpost.com By Qassam Muaddi / Mondowiess It has been well over 200 days since the people of the Tulkarem, Nur Shams, and Jenin refugee camps were forced out of their homes by the Israeli army during its offensive in the northern West Bank dubbed "Operation Iron Wall." Over 40,000 Palestinians from these camps have been displaced for …
(2025-12-04). Watched, Tracked, and Targeted: Inside Gaza's Fight for Privacy and Survival. scheerpost.com Nehemia Gershuni-Aylho By: Joshua Scheer | In Gaza, surveillance has become as relentless as the bombing. In "Watched, Tracked, and Targeted in Gaza," author Mohammed R. Mhawish, describes how Israeli forces use cameras, drones and digital tracking to monitor — and control — every move of Palestinians. The piece pulls back the curtain on a system where daily life, flight and survi…
(2025-12-04). Israel raids slain teen's home, settlers attack West Bank towns. newarab.com 
Israeli forces on Thursday raided the family home of slain Asmar was shot by Israeli forces near the village of Umm Safa, and succumbed to his wounds on Tuesday. | The Israeli army warned Asmar's family against holding condolence events or erecting a mourning tent, according to local sources cited by…
(2025-12-04). Sahand-2025 Drill: Iran emerges as regional security hub. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) — The Sahand-2025 joint anti-terrorism drill, hosted by IRGC Ground Forces in East Azarbaijan province, signals Tehran's emerging leadership in a powerful Eastern coalition and its commitment to safeguarding regional security.
(2025-12-04). Administrative detention: Israel hunts al-Balboul brothers again. thecanary.co Mohammed and Mahmoud al-Balboul were again arrested, earlier this month, by Israeli occupation forces (IOF). Over the years, they have been repeatedly detained by the IOF. Although Mahmoud has now been released, his brother Mohammed remains in prison under administrative detention. Administrative detention—repeated arrests for the al-Balboul brothers On June 9, 2016, Israeli occupation soldiers […] | By
(2025-12-04). UAE-backed paramilitary forces abduct political commentator in southwestern Yemen. Geoffrey King/CPJ Technology Program Coordinator and Tom Lowenthal/CPJ Staff Technologist
(2025-12-04). UPDATE 1-Putin says Russia will take all of Ukraine's Donbas region militarily or otherwise. devdiscourse.com President Vladimir Putin said in an interview published on Thursday that Russia would take full control of Ukraine's Donbas region by force unless Ukrainian forces withdraw, something Kyiv has flatly rejected.
(2025-12-04). Iran launches military drill in West Azarbaijan province. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) — Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched a military exercise in West Azarbaijan province on Thursday, aiming to enhance the readiness of the province's Basij forces.
(2025-12-04). U.S.-Backed Ceasefire Is Cover for Ethnic Cleansing in Gaza & West Bank. portside.org U.S.-Backed Ceasefire Is Cover for Ethnic Cleansing in Gaza & West Bank |
(2025-12-04). Sheikh Hasina's Future After Death Penalty. ummid.com In the wake of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) verdict for the death penalty for Sheikh Hasina, will her political career come to an end on the road?
(2025-12-04). Bangladesh tribunal issues arrest warrant against deposed PM Hasina's son. devdiscourse.com A special tribunal in Bangladesh on Thursday issued an arrest warrant against deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina's expatriate son Sajib Wajed Joy, a month after sentencing his mother to death on charges of committing crimes against humanity.
(2025-12-04). Gaza amputees: Six thousand lives shattered by war. thecanary.co On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Ministry of Health in Gaza reveals a painful reality that reflects the scale of the humanitarian disaster left behind by the war, with nearly six thousand cases of amputation recorded over the past two years of aggression, most of them direct injuries caused by continuous bombing. In […] | By
(2025-12-04). Belarus, Laos discuss expanding political, humanitarian ties. eng.belta.by The Belarusian ambassador held a meeting with Laos' Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Maithong Thammavongsa.
(2025-12-04). Pakistan says to let humanitarian aid into Afghanistan. newarab.com 
The countries have been locked in an increasingly
(2025-12-04). Israel announces plans to reopen Rafah border crossing but only for Palestinians to leave Gaza. radiohc.cu Israel has announced that it plans to reopen the Rafah border crossing as part of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire, but only to allow Palestinians to leave Gaza. No humanitarian aid can enter to feed the starving people of Gaza. | According to the World Health Organization, more than 16,500 sick and wounded people need to leave Gaza for medical care. This comes as Israel says that the partial remains returned by Hamas do not match the two hostages remaining in Gaza. Palestinian militants are reportedly struggling to find the remains amid the rubble. | Meanwhile, Israel has continued its drone strikes in Gaza, killing…
(2025-12-04). Hegseth is "the killer" … and it's not a Netflix series. unitedworldint.com We'll have to see the repercussions of admirals with over 35 years of service, now commanding aircraft carriers, nuclear submarines, destroyers, and cruisers, ending their careers by destroying small civilian vessels and murdering peaceful fishermen. By Sergio Rodríguez Gelfenstein When Donald Trump was outlining his cabinet after being elected and before taking office, he made …
(2025-12-04). Trump pushes for 'economic zone' as Lebanon, Israel begin talks. newarab.com 
US President Donald Trump is pushing for a joint Lebanese-Israeli American outlet Axios reported details of Wednesday's meeting, where civilian representatives from Lebanon and Israel publicly engaged for the fi…
(2025-12-04). What lies behind the attacks on Russian tankers in the Black Sea? unitedworldint.com The context of ceasefire negotiations and the Turkish perception of these attacks. By Onur Sinan Gàºzaltan Ukraine has claimed responsibility for attacks on Russian tankers in Türkiye's Exclusive Economic Zone in the Black Sea. Therefore, these attacks constitute an open violation of Türkiye's sovereignty by Ukraine. The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs also issued a …
(2025-12-04). Government welcomes 0.5% GDP growth. sanews.gov.za Government welcomes 0.5% GDP growth | Government has welcomed the latest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) results released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), which show that the economy grew by 0.5% in the third quarter of 2025. | "The growth marks the third consecutive quarter of growth following the 0.9% expansion in the second quarter. The continued improvement reflects the resilience of the South African economy and the impact of ongoing structural reforms to support inclusive and sustained growth," the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) said. | The trade, catering and accommodation sect…
(2025-12-04). Dube-Ncube attends unveiling of UNIVEN's major infrastructure projects. sanews.gov.za Dube-Ncube attends unveiling of UNIVEN's major infrastructure projects | Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Nomusa Dube-Ncube, will on Friday attend the official opening of several major infrastructure projects at the University of Venda (UNIVEN) in Thohoyandou, Limpopo. | The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) continues to support infrastructure development at South Africa's 26 public universities through the Infrastructure and Efficiency Grant (IEG) programme. | Introduced in 2007/08 financial year, the IEG aims to address historical backlogs, upgrades, and refurbishment needs…
(2025-12-04). Caracas, Tehran to continue supporting peace diplomacy. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) — Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil said Caracas and Tehran will keep supporting justice and peace diplomacy, as he thanked Iran for its solidarity in the face of US threats.
(2025-12-04). Finance for smaller companies boosted. ecns.cn China has continuously strengthened its inclusive finance support for small and micro firms during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-25), with the average annual growth rate of inclusive loans to these entities exceeding 20 percent during the period.
(2025-12-04). Araghchi sends written message to Lebanese foreign minister. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 04 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has reiterated Tehran's unwavering support for Lebanon's sovereignty in a message to his Lebanese counterpart.
(2025-12-04). Talks on second phase of Gaza plan 'will begin very soon': Trump. newarab.com 
The A "truce" came into effect on 10 October, around two years after Israel began its relentless and indiscriminate assault in the Gaza Strip. But despite the agreement, Israeli violations have killed more than 360 Palestinians. | "We now have peace in the Middle East that is supported by 59 countries. It is extre…
(2025-12-04). FDA claims on COVID-19 vaccine safety are unsupported by reliable data — and could severely hinder vaccine access. |
(2025-12-03). Reality Check: Burhan's Wall Street Journal piece misses more than half of Sudan's tragedy. moderndiplomacy.eu It was an interesting editorial choice by the Wall Street Journal to give General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the leader of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), the platform of an op-ed piece on their pages. His article tells less than half of the story and can only be seen as a ploy by the general and …
(2025-12-03). Devastating report lays out exactly how Israel is terrorising Palestine. thecanary.co The United Nations Committee against Torture (CAT) has issued a blistering report that lays out exactly how Israel has created a terrifying system of torture against Palestine. 50 conclusions and recommendations point to what the world has been seeing broadcast live from Palestinians during the course of Israel's genocide. Ultimately, CAT concludes that since October […] | By
(2025-12-03). Hillary Clinton wants to gaslight young people about Israel's genocide but she's too late. thecanary.co Failed presidential candidate Hillary Clinton fears the independence of younger generations. And in a vomit-worthy new interview, she has launched a desperate attack on them in defence of Israel's genocide in Gaza. Zionist neoliberal warhawk Clinton has a track record of trying to gaslight people about the genocide (and the occupation of Palestine more generally). […] | By
(2025-12-03). World Cup 2026: FIFA Needs to Act on Human Rights. hrw.org Click to expand Image | FIFA World Cup Trophy is displayed at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington, US, July 28, 2024. | © 2024 Alika Jenner/FIFA via Getty Images | (Washington, DC) — FIFA, the international soccer governing body, needs to match its lofty rhetoric on rights with concrete action, a coalition of human rights organizations, trade unions, and fans groups said today. FIFA is holding its World Cup draw at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, on December 5, 2025, and awarding its first "FIFA Peace Prize." The Sport & Rights Alliance, Dignity 2026, ACLU, AFL-CIO, Amnesty International, Human…
(2025-12-03). France: Macron Should Address Repression in China Visit. hrw.org Click to expand Image | French President Emmanuel Macron and China's President Xi Jinping during the official welcoming ceremony in Beijing on April 6, 2023. | © 2023 Sipa via AP Images | (Paris) — French President Emmanuel Macron should privately and publicly stress the importance of human rights in Sino-French relations during his visit to China from December 3 to 5, 2025, Human Rights Watch said today. Macron's visit is one of several top-level engagements between European and Chinese leaders amid the complex and shifting geopolitical relationships among Europe, China, and the United States.Presi…
(2025-12-03). How to stand up to ICE: Lessons from Chicago and Charlotte. therealnews.com 
ICE, Border Patrol, and other federal agencies have turned immigrant neighborhoods in Chicago, IL, and Charlotte, NC, into open-air hunting grounds, snatching people off streets, out of parking lots, and in front of their children. But in each city, federal forces have also faced strong grassroots resistance. In this episode of The Marc Steiner Show, Marc speaks with organizers from Charlotte and Chicago, Miguel Alvelo Rivera and Andrew Willis Garcés, about the on-the-ground reality of President Trump's immigration raids and the ways communities are organizing and mobilizing against them. | Guest: | Miguel…
(2025-12-03). Libya war crimes suspect makes first appearance at ICC. newarab.com 
A Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri, 47, sat impassively dressed in a dark blue jacket and light blue shirt, confirming his name and date of birth before the three-woman judging panel. | He stands accu…
(2025-12-03). Fog Of Bullshit: Racist Clowns, Liars and Psycopaths. commondreams.org 
The surreal and deadly lurches on. In the last, frantic, script-flipping week, MAGA went from threatening to kill Dems who reminded troops to obey the law to scurrying to parse or ignore the news their macho, bungling Secretary of War Crimes evidently blew apart (at least) two guys in the water for no reason – an action universally deemed either murder or war crime, but def against the law. Now see Kegseth et al thrash, bluster, scapegoat the other guy. Trump doctrine: Deport, raze, blame, kill first; think (sic) later. Most notably, a flailing presidency of "malevolence tempered by incompetence" – Cue the bo…
(2025-12-03). Lebanon, Israel civilian officials hold first talks in decades. newarab.com 
Lebanese and Israeli civilian representatives held their first direct talks in decades on Wednesday, as part of a The meeting took place at the