2024-02-06: News Headlines

M. Shahid Alam (2024-02-06). The Confessions of Thomas Friedman. counterpunch.org The inestimable Thomas L. Friedman uncharacteristically makes a dangerous confession. Once again, he writes, there is an awareness "that the U.S. will never have the global legitimacy, the NATO allies and the Arab and Muslim allies it needs to take on Iran in a more aggressive manner unless we stop letting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold our policy hostage…" | Did NYT really allow these words to slip onto its op-ed pages?

Mel Gurtov, Larry Kirsch (2024-02-06). Senate Progressives Seek to Hold Israel Accountable. counterpunch.org Two Bills with Limited Support For those who are dismayed and disturbed by Israel's disproportionate response to the Hamas atrocities on Oct. 7 last year, Oregon's Senator Jeff Merkley and other progressive Senate Democrats are fighting their battle. They have been pushing for Senate action that would tie further US military aid to Israel on

ecns.cn (2024-02-06). Chinatowns in Southeast Asian countries gear up for Chinese New Year. ecns.cn Chinatowns in Southeast Asian countries geared up in celebrations of the Year of the Dragon.

albawaba (2024-02-06). Ramez Galal reveals next Ramadan show victims! albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Every Ramadan, Egyptian actor, and singer Ramez Galal takes to his social media accounts to reveal the victims of his upcoming prank show, but what if we told you a list including his guests has been revealed through an unconfirmed leak?The singer is always keen on keeping his guests as a surprise but leaks always tend to happen every year and this one is no different.Ramez Galal reveals next Ramadan show victims!: (Ramez Never Ends / MBC)Among these names are the Egyptian artist Angham, the Emirati artist Ahlam, and the Syrian artist Asala Nasri. If the names circulating across social media are…

tvbrics (2024-02-06). India participates in the first meeting of the G20 Working Group on Education chaired by Brazil. tvbrics.com Representatives of the Asian country emphasised the importance of innovative teaching processes…

tvbrics (2024-02-06). Unique glass jewellery is on display in Iran. tvbrics.com Glass jewellery has gained a significant number of fans around the world…

Michael Arria (2024-02-06). New Senate funding bill would send $14 billion to Israel and cut all funding to UNRWA. mondoweiss.net A new Senate spending bill supported by the Biden administration would rush $14 billion in military aid to Israel while blocking funding to UNRWA, the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees.

newarab (2024-02-06). The end of UNRWA? Why Israel is targeting the refugee agency. newarab.com

albawaba (2024-02-06). Biden administration considers recognizing Palestinian state. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- President Joe Biden addressed Hamas's reaction to the proposed agreement brokered by Qatar for a prisoner exchange and ceasefire, stating that negotiations are ongoing. He refrained from elaborating on the details of Hamas's response at this time. According to NBC, a senior US administration official added that the Biden administration is exploring options to recognize a Palestinian state following the Gaza conflict. Meanwhile, Hamas released a press statement confirming its response to the framework agreement, expressing a positive outlook and aiming for a comprehensive ceasefire, relief for Palestinia…

UAW Labor For Palestine, Mondoweiss. (2024-02-06). Honor The Palestinian Trade Union Picket Line. popularresistance.org Endorsing Joe Biden's re-election is in direct violation of the UAW's December 1 call for ceasefire in Gaza and UAW President Shawn Fain's claims to uphold justice in and beyond the workplace.

UAW Labor For Palestine, Mondoweiss. (2024-02-06). Honor The Palestinian Trade Union Picket Line. popularresistance.org On October 16, 2023, Palestinian trade unions issued an urgent call to End all Complicity and Stop Arming Israel. At the CAP Conference on January 24, 2024, the UAW International Executive Board — without membership engagement or approval — crossed that picket line by endorsing Joe Biden, whose administration arms, funds, and facilitates the relentless Israeli genocide and ethnic cleansing of the Palestinian people in Gaza and throughout historic Palestine that has already killed more than 30,000 people, including thousands of children, in just over 114 days.

WSWS (2024-02-06). Australian Labor government backs US bombings and wider war in Middle East. wsws.org Echoing the Biden White House, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese declared his government's full support for Washington's strikes on alleged Iranian-linked sites in Syria and Iraq.

guest author (2024-02-06). Venezuelan analyst: Lenin on 'Socialism and War'. workers.org By Sergio Rodríguez Gelfenstein A message from Rodríguez Gelfenstein, a political analyst and former Venezuelan diplomat and official, to the International Assembly against Imperialism in Solidarity with Palestine on Jan. 21 in New York City. Amid the horror exposed by Israel's colonial-imperialist aggression against the Palestinian people, we commemorate the . . . |

A Guest Author (2024-02-06). Palestinian Resistance condemns U.S. attacks on Syria and Iraq. workers.org The following statements from Palestinian Resistance forces appeared on Resistance News Network, Feb. 3, 2024, in response to the recent U.S. attacks on Syria and Iraq. Hamas — Islamic Resistance Movement We condemn in the strongest terms the U.S. aggression on both Iraq and Syria, considering it a dangerous escalation, . . . |

newarab (2024-02-06). Israel has provided no evidence for Hamas-UNRWA claims: head. newarab.com Israel has provided no evidence to back its claims that workers from the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinians in the Near East (UNRWA) Commissioner General Philippe Lazzarini said there was still no proof to back Israeli claims that some UNRWA staff took part in

Editor (2024-02-06). Beware U.S. imperialism's war on Iran. workers.org Will the escalation in bombing by the U.S. and British air forces against people in Syria, Iraq and Yemen lead to a regional war with Iran? Despite declarations from President Joe Biden, Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin that they seek no war with Iran, . . . |

WSWS (2024-02-06). US IYSSE opposes pro-government thug attacks on Sri Lankan SEP members. wsws.org "The attempts of the PPSS and SLPP to intimidate our comrades, workers and young people with cowardly acts of violence will fail."—International Youth and Students for Social Equality in the United States…

marketing (2024-02-06). Coach Of Inter Miami Explains Why Messi Not Play In Match In Hong Kong #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – AzerNews) The head coach of the American Inter Miami, Gerardo Martino, | explained why the striker of the team Lionel Messi had not played | with the local club Hong Kong XI (4: 1), Azernews …

newarab (2024-02-06). Why did Iran strike Iraq and Syria, and what's next. newarab.com Amid The tit-for-tat strikes between Iraqi paramilitaries and US forces have persisted since October when groups…

newarab (2024-02-06). Iraqi MP threatens to cut off oil to Jordan over US strikes. newarab.com An Iraqi MP, Mustafa Jabbar Sanad, has proposed cutting off subsidised oil exports to Sanad collected a list of signatures from other Iraqi parliamentarians calling for a vote on a resolution requiring the Ministry of Oil to stop sell…

Amy Goodman (2024-02-06). Blinken in Middle East Reportedly Pushing for Pause to Israel's Assault on Gaza. truthout.org Secretary of State Tony Blinken is on his fifth trip to the Middle East since Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, reportedly pushing for a pause to Israel's assault on Gaza and for Hamas to release all remaining hostages. Blinken's trip to Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Israel and the West Bank comes in the wake of U.S. strikes in Syria, Iraq and Yemen against militant groups across the region. |

Alan Macleod (2024-02-06). Study Finds Media Giants New York Times, CNN, and Fox News Pushing for US War in Yemen. mintpressnews.com A new study of major media outlets' coverage of the Red Sea blockade found overwhelming bias in the press, which put forward pro-war talking points and portrayed the US as a good faith actor "dragged" into another Middle Eastern conflict against its will…

Ali Abunimah (2024-02-06). NY Times tries to cover up its 7 October "mass rapes" fraud. electronicintifada.net Hillary Clinton set to spread Israel's lies justifying genocide at Columbia University forum.

Dave DeCamp (2024-02-06). Former US Middle East Commander Says Israel's Success in Gaza Is 'Very Limited'. news.antiwar.com Retired US Marines Corps Gen. Frank McKenzie, former commander of US Central Command, described Israel's success in Gaza as "very limited," noting Israel has failed to dismantle the Palestinian group's military and political leadership. McKenzie, who retired from his post at CENTCOM in 2022, made the comments while appearing on CBS News' "Face the Nation" …

Peoples Dispatch (2024-02-06). At UNSC meeting, US lambasted for attacks on Iraq and Syria. peoplesdispatch.org While terming the US attacks as violations of international law and a reckless provocation, several UN member-states highlighted its support for the Israeli genocide in Gaza as the root of conflict in the region…

the International Coalition to Stop Genocide in Palestine, Popular Resistance. (2024-02-06). International Coalition To Stop Genocide In Palestine Demands Full Funding Of UNRWA. popularresistance.org On January 26, 2024, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) released its ruling in the case of South Africa v. Israel in which the court found there was sufficient evidence to support South Africa's allegations of genocide against the Palestinian people (see our previous press release for more details) and rejected Israel's claim to be acting in 'self-defense'. The World Court ordered the state of Israel to "take all measures within its power to prevent the commission of" acts of genocide, including deaths, harm to mental and physical health and conditions that threaten the well-being of the Palestinian people,…

Bob Witanek, Fight Back Better. (2024-02-06). FightBackBetter.com: Hyper Focused News For NJ's Pro-Palestine Movement. popularresistance.org "NJ area news hyper-focused on the topic of the efforts in solidarity with the people of Palestine" is how editor of the new site Bob Witanek describes his newly rebranded http: //FightBackBetter.com. The news is certainly of the advocacy bend — unlike most standard journalism that attempts to maintain a semblance of impartiality. | According to Bob Witanek, "The assumption is that our readers are on this site to find out what they can do to take effective action against the US-supported genocide targeting the Palestinian people in Gaza. | "The site is structured to present the dozens of activities and organ…

Tony Cook, Vernal Coleman, ProPublica. (2024-02-06). Lawmakers Trying To Kill Historic Suit Seeking Gun Industry Accountability. popularresistance.org For nearly a quarter century, some of the world's largest gunmakers have tried unsuccessfully to beat back a lawsuit brought by the city of Gary, Indiana, accusing them of turning a blind eye to illegal gun sales. | The lawsuit was one of dozens that cities filed against gun manufacturers in the late 1990s, but it is the only one to survive a barrage of legal challenges and legislation aimed at limiting the gun industry's liability for crimes committed with their products. | Now, facing the prospect of turning over internal documents that gun-control advocates believe could contain damning evidence, the industry…

Chris McGreal, Portside. (2024-02-06). CNN Staff Say Network's Pro-Israel Slant Is 'Journalistic Malpractice'. popularresistance.org CNN is facing a backlash from its own staff over editorial policies they say have led to a regurgitation of Israeli propaganda and the censoring of Palestinians perspectives in the network's coverage of the war in Gaza. | Journalists in CNN newsrooms in the US and overseas say broadcasts have been skewed by management edicts and a story-approval process that has resulted in highly partial coverage of the Hamas massacre on 7 October and Israel's retaliatory attack on Gaza. | "The majority of news since the war began, regardless of how accurate the initial reporting, has been skewed by a systemic and institutional…

Rania Khalek (2024-02-06). Why Does Iran Support Palestine & the "Axis of Resistance?" thealtworld.com

ecns.cn (2024-02-06). Councilors vow to explain Article 23 to HK residents. ecns.cn Hong Kong district councilors attending a government briefing on Monday vowed to proactively explain to the community about the urgency of the legislation of Article 23 of the Basic Law, and garner their support and advice in the legislative process.

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Mustafa Abu Sneineh (2024-02-06). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 123: New testimonies emerge of Israel torturing detained Palestinians in Gaza. mondoweiss.net Euro-Med publishes new testimonies of Palestinian detainees subjected to dog attacks, forced nudity, and sexual harassment in Israeli jails, as Israeli soldiers continue posting images and videos of themselves committing atrocities in Gaza.

Yorgos Mitralias (2024-02-06). When the West nails the Israeli coffin of the Palestinian people! cadtm.org

albawaba (2024-02-06). Hamas hands over Its response to Qatar on ceasefire proposal, Israel responds. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In a recent development, Hamas has issued its response to the Qatar-Egypt framework agreement after consultations with its leadership and resistance factions.Approaching the proposal with positivity, Hamas aims to secure a comprehensive ceasefire, halt aggression against its people, ensure relief, shelter, and reconstruction efforts, and lift the blockade on Gaza. Additionally, the agreement seeks to facilitate a prisoner exchange operation.Acknowledging the pivotal role played by Egypt, Qatar, and other nations striving to halt the relentless aggression against the Palestinian people, Hamas underscore…

Jordan Atwood (2024-02-06). Amnesty International report exposes IDF's lethal force against West Bank civilians. nationofchange.org The report comes amidst Israeli officials' assertions that their military actions are focused on Hamas, contradicting evidence presented by Amnesty that highlights the frequent targeting of civilians.

albawaba (2024-02-06). Gunmen killed after attempting an attack on àáaƒülayan Palace of Justice, Turkey. albawaba.com

albawaba (2024-02-06). Turkey set to reopen its consulate general in Benghazi, Libya. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – According to the Anadolu Agency, Forgein Minister Hakan Fidan stated that his country is set to soon reopen its consulate general in Benghazi, eastern Libya.Back in October 2023, Libyan Prime Minister, Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, gave the green light to reopen the Turkish consulate general in Benghazi to begin implementing the technical and administrative procedures and start their work.Dbeibah met in Tripoli with a Turkish delegation led by then-Deputy Foreign Minister Ahmet Yildiz and Kenan Yilmaz, the Turkish ambassador in Libya. They all talked about a variety of shared local and international issues, as…

Zainab Khan (2024-02-06). Police violence will not deter our stand for Palestine. mondoweiss.net Neither police violence nor university repression will prevent us from resisting Columbia's complicity in the ongoing occupation of Palestine.

ecns.cn (2024-02-06). Promotional campaign for China's ice and snow tourism launched in Dubai. ecns.cn A special campaign to promote China's booming ice and snow tourism resources has recently been launched in Dubai, the most populous city in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

newarab (2024-02-06). Gaza: Israel army behind inflammatory '72 Virgins' Telegram. newarab.com The An "[The probe] found that the…

albawaba (2024-02-06). Saudi Arabia unveils locally assembled jets. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — With the start of the World Defense Show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has showcased the new Hawk T-165 jet aircraft, inaugurated by the Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman, who announced on X (previously Twitter) that assembly took place in the Kingdom from local hands.The construction of 22 cutting-edge Hawk T-165 planes was successfully shown at a presentation on the Kingdom's aircraft assembly program that Prince Khalid attended, located in The Eastern Province's King Abdulaziz Air Base is the home to the aircraft development and overhaul program, which saw contributions from 25 local comp…

Sharon Zhang (2024-02-06). Bipartisan Border Bill Would Block All Funding to UN Palestine Relief Agency. truthout.org Bipartisan negotiators in Congress are now seeking to make the U.S.'s defunding of Palestine's primary aid organization permanent after U.S. officials suspended funding to the agency last month amid Israel's genocide in Gaza, which would yank away funding for aid when Palestinians need it the most. Buried in the bill — which contains a wide swath of draconian measures aimed at punishing and… |

Staff (2024-02-06). Israel says army's next target in the Gaza Strip will be the southern city of Rafah. muslimmirror.com JERUSALEM : Israel's defense minister said Monday that the army's next target in the Gaza Strip will be the southern city of Rafah, claiming it is the last remaining stronghold of the Palestinian group Hamas. Yoav Gallant made the statement at a press conference, the Israeli public broadcaster KAN reported. Gallant said Hamas fighters and …

newarab (2024-02-06). Abu Ghraib relived over 'naked Gaza man tortured by Israel'. newarab.com An image of a wounded Palestinian man, handcuffed and stripped down to his underwear, has highlighted possible continued abuses in Gaza despite a The photo shows a shackled, semi-naked, injured Palestinian man sitting on a chair with an Israeli soldier standing over him. | It was reportedly taken at a school in

albawaba (2024-02-06). Saudi $100B Alat appoints previous DELL executive CEO. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — New Saudi Arabia firm has announced the appointment of Amit Midha, previously president for Asia Pacific and Japan Global Cities at Dell Technologies, as Chief Executive Officer to lead Alat, a newly established technological advancement company backed by a $100 billion in capital investments from the Public Investment fund, which has been putting focus on funding advanced project with a $700 billion budget in line with the kingdom's 2030 plan to diversify economical income.Alat is described by Midha in a recent statement as an enterprise dedicated to transforming top international corporations a…

ecns.cn (2024-02-06). Asia's manufacturing PMI rebounds to 50.4. ecns.cn The purchasing mangers' index (PMI) for Asia's manufacturing sector regained at 50.4 in January 2024, up 0.6 percent from the previous mouth, according to data released by China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing on Tuesday.

Staff (2024-02-06). US attacks on Iraq, Syria violate int'l laws: Iran UN envoy. muslimmirror.com New York : Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has strongly condemned the US military attacks on Iraq and Syria, calling them illegal and unjustified. In his address to the UN Security Council meeting entitled "International Peace and Security" on Monday, Iravani said the United States had dishonored basic …

newarab (2024-02-06). One year after earthquake, displaced Syrians need our help. newarab.com The bone chilling cold winds hit me through my insulated jacket as I approached a The slippery wet mud squelched under my feet as I walked towards a sea of dome shaped tents that dotted around the mountainous landscape.

Editor (2024-02-06). Over 800 Western officials denounce their governments' pro-Israel policies. mronline.org More than 800 civil servants from the U.S., the UK, and the European Union released a statement on Friday criticizing their governments' support of Israel in its war in Gaza, warning that such policies could be contributing to war crimes and violations of international law.

albawaba (2024-02-06). Tesla car in submarine mode driving through flood waters. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A series of severe storms accompanied by heavy rains have been strucking the state of California since Sunday, resulting in floods in many areas. San Diego, California, witnessed traffic standstill due to rising water levels on some streets exceeding 50 cm.After the storms subsided, surveillance cameras captured a woman gesturing to cars, attempting to deter them from driving towards the high water levels. Meanwhile, a Tesla Model 3 was observed approaching, seemingly unaffected by the high water levels due to its electric nature and absence of combustion chambers or exhaust systems that could be damag…

newarab (2024-02-06). Fill the void: Canada spotlights melting pot of MENA cinema. newarab.com Vancouver, Canada's third-largest city, known for its booming film industry that caters to American productions, has earned the nickname "Hollywood North" and now as a gateway for MENA cinema. | The MENA "The festival was established to address the issue of underrepresentation of Iranian and other minority communities in the city's film culture. As…

albawaba (2024-02-06). Fireworks factory explosion kills 7 people in India. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Local Indian media reported that an explosion jolted a fireworks factory in Madhya Pradesh province, resulting in the killing of at least 7 people, and injured 75 so far. "We can confirm seven deaths so far. We have 65 injured admitted here, and have referred 10 others to a bigger hospital." an official at Harda district hospital in central Madhya Pradesh state told AFP, asking not to be named as they were not authorized to speak to the media."At least eight people had very serious injuries… we are here at the site and focused on rescue work and sending people to the hospitals, so we can't immediatel…

albawaba (2024-02-06). Jordan eliminate South Korea to reach Asian Cup final for first time. albawaba.com Jordan continued their impressive run in the 2023 AFC Asian Cup and defeated South Korea 2-0 to reach the final for the first time on Tuesday.Al-Nashama were the better side and squandered several scoring chances in the first half.Meanwhile, the Koreans managed to hit the Jordanian woodwork but never really threatened Yazeed Abu Laila's goal.Yazan Al Naimat opened the scoring when he flicked the ball above the Korean goalie Jo Hyeon woo in the 53rd minute.Mousa Al Taamari doubled the score with a splendid shot 13 minutes later.Jordan will face either hosts Qatar or Iran in the final next Saturday.

newarab (2024-02-06). Gaza doctor returns to work right after Israel torture. newarab.com A Palestinian pediatrician who was abducted and tortured by Israeli soldiers in Dr. Said Abdulrahman Maarouf says he was taken by Israeli soldiers from Gaza's He was detained for 45 days where he said was subject to severe torture an…

krish-rad_ind (2024-02-06). Condemn the U.S. attacks on Iraq and Syria. fightbacknews.org

Staff (2024-02-06). Defining soul of India: Indian Constitution or Lord Ram. muslimmirror.com By Ram Puniyani The vibrations of the spectacle of inauguration of Lord Ram's temple are still in the air (January 2024). This inauguration was done by Prime Minister Modi, who was at the center of the whole ceremony. He has ensured that he represents both the 'state power' and 'religious power'. In feudal times these …

albawaba (2024-02-06). Houthi missile attacks target US-UK naval forces in Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The Pentagon confirmed today that the Houthis launched multiple attacks in the Red Sea, using Iranian-sourced missiles and drones, according to the US Defense Intelligence Agency. Speaking to Al Jazeera, an American official disclosed that the Houthis deployed anti-ship ballistic missiles, firing a total of six at shipping lines in the region. While American forces successfully intercepted and destroyed one Houthi missile, five others landed dangerously close to commercial ships, fortunately causing no damage.The attacks mark a concerning escalation in tensions, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by…

newarab (2024-02-06). Iraq Central Bank bars 8 local banks from US$ transactions. newarab.com Iraq's central bank has banned eight local commercial banks from participating in transactions involving US dollars, citing efforts to This step follows a recent visit by a high-ranking US Treasury official to Baghdad. | The banks targeted are now prohibited from accessing the…

Sushovan Dhar (2024-02-06). ADB violates its own safeguard policies in Nepal Hydropower Project. cadtm.org

albawaba (2024-02-06). Houthi spokesperson claim 2 new attacks on ships in the Red Sea. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In a statement, Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree stated "The first attack targeted the American ship Star Nasia, while the other targeted the British ship Morning Tide"."The Yemeni Armed Forces will carry out more military operations against all hostile Amirecan-British targets in the Arab and Red seas, within the right to respond to the aggression, and the right to defend our beloved Yemen and its people," Saree stated. ÿ®Ÿäÿߟܟå ÿµÿßÿØÿ±Ÿå ÿπŸÜŸê ÿߟ&Nt…

geo.tv (2024-02-06). Death toll of India's firework factory blast climbs to 11; 80 others injured. geo.tv Indian broadcasters show videos and images of a tower of flames after explosion…

Editor (2024-02-06). Amnesty Condemns Israeli Military's 'Shocking' Violence Against West Bank Civilians. scheerpost.com

teleSUR (2024-02-06). Yemen's Houthis Claim Missile Attacks on US, British Ships. telesurenglish.net On Tuesday, Yemen's armed Houthi group claimed responsibility for launching attacks against U.S. and British vessels in the Red Sea. | RELATED: | "We carried out two military operations in the Red Sea, the first targeting an U.S. ship (Star Nasia) and the other targeting a British vessel (Morning Tide). Both ships were targeted with appropriate naval missiles, and the hits were accurate and direct," Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sare…

newarab (2024-02-06). What do recent US gestures to Palestinians mean. newarab.com The US government's recent gestures to Palestinians, most notably an executive order for sanctions on specific violent The sanctions come amid a record-stretch of violence by settlers over the last several years, which many link to Israel's far-ri…

Gabisile (2024-02-06). Prof Tladi sworn in as SA's first permanent ICJ judge. sanews.gov.za Prof Tladi sworn in as SA's first permanent ICJ judge | Professor Dire Tladi has been sworn in as the first-ever South African judge of the International Court of Justice (ICJ). | The ICJ held a public sitting on Tuesday morning, where Tladi and three other Excellencies were officially sworn in after being elected by the United Nations General Assembly and Security Council on 9 November 2023. | The other new members of the court include Bogdan-Lucian Aurescu from Romania, Sarah Hull Cleveland from the United States and Juan Manuel Gómez Robledo Verduzco from Mexico | During the sitting, the four judges each solem…

albawaba (2024-02-06). Raphael Varane could reunite with Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr. albawaba.com Manchester United defender Raphael Varane is being offered the chance to reunite with Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr, as per the Daily Star.The former Real Madrid player is set to leave the English club when his deal expires in the summer. Al-Nassr are willing to offer the Frenchman £50 million-per year to convince him of moving to Saudi Arabia.If the 2018 World Cup winner accepts, he will be reunited with his former Real Madrid and United teammate Ronaldo yet again.The Portuguese icon helped the Saudi club snatch several high-profile stars in recent months like Sadio Mane, Aymeric Laporte and Marcelo Brozov…

newarab (2024-02-06). Blinken lands in Saudi Arabia for regional trip, Gaza talks. newarab.com On his fifth trip to the region since Hamas's 7 October attack on southern

Larry Johnson (2024-02-06). More Musings on Britain's Failing Military and the FEckless U.S. bombing of Iranian Proxies. sonar21.com HMS Queen Elizabeth — dead in the water | I have several different issues I want to raise. I am posting my chat with Judge Napolitano today. I am told by a good friend and tough critic that it was one of my better efforts. I'll let you judge. | Let's start with the military disaster that is the United Kingdom. Britannia is no longer capable of ruling the waves in a wading pool. For example, one of Britain's two aircraft carriers —

albawaba (2024-02-06). Argentine president shifts embassy to Jerusalem, backs Israel. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Argentine President Javier Milley voiced his backing for Israel's stance against Hamas terrorism and its right to self-defense during his visit to Israel. While en route to Israel, Milley emphasized his country's support for what he claims Israel's efforts in countering Hamas terrorism. Additionally, Channel 12 Hebrew reported that President Milley announced the relocation of Argentina's embassy to Jerusalem, signaling a shift in the Argentine government's commitment to the two-state solution. This move is seen as contradictory to the aspirations of the Palestinian people for their own independent state…

Andy Kroll (2024-02-06). The Last Superpower? tomdispatch.com I was born on July 20, 1944, almost two years after Joe Biden arrived on this planet and almost a year before You Know Who, like me, landed in New York City. The United States was then nearing the end of the second global war of that century and things were about to look up. My dad had been the operations officer for the 1st Air Commandos fighting the Japanese in Burma and, by that July, the tide had distinctly turned. The era that Joe Biden, Donald Trump, and I would enter feet first and naked would quickly become an upbeat one for so many Americans — or at least so many white Americans in the midst of a w…

ICRC (2024-02-06). Statement from ICRC's Near & Middle East regional director following recent developments in the region. icrc.org News release | "We are deeply concerned by the waves of escalating violence in the Middle East and strongly warn against the further regionalization of the conflict in Gaza and Israel.

Staff (2024-02-06). Israel says army's next target in the Gaza Strip will be the southern city of Rafah. muslimmirror.com JERUSALEM : Israel's defense minister said Monday that the army's next target in the Gaza Strip will be the southern city of Rafah, claiming it is the last remaining stronghold of the Palestinian group Hamas. Yoav Gallant made the statement at a press conference, the Israeli public broadcaster KAN reported. Gallant said Hamas fighters and …

newarab (2024-02-06). Biden threatens veto of US House's 'political ploy' Israel bill. newarab.com US President "The Administration strongly encourages bo…

marketing (2024-02-06). US, UK May Recognize State Of Palestine After Gaza War #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – Asia Times) The US and UK governments have indicated they are considering recognizing Palestine as a state after the current conflict ends. | On a visit to Lebanon on February 1, the UK …

newarab (2024-02-06). Azmi Bishara: After Gaza, Palestinian cause at a crossroads. newarab.com Palestine is at a crossroads between the annihilation of the However, this solution will be unattainable unless there is unity between all P…

albawaba (2024-02-06). Gold prices in Riyadh today, Tuesday 6 February. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — Gold prices in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today, Tuesday, February 6, opened at SAR 7605.74 per ounce, according to saudigoldprice.com.24-karat gold rates in Riyadh on Tuesday: The price per gram of 24-karat gold in Saudi stood at SAR 244.52 today, Tuesday.22-karat gold prices in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday: The price per gram of 22-karat gold in Saudi stood at SAR 224.14 early today, Tuesday. 21-karat gold rates in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday: The price per gram of 21-karat gold in KSA stood at SAR 213.96 at the start of the business day, today, Tuesday.18-karat gold prices…

Kary Love (2024-02-06). Voting for Caligula. counterpunch.org The Roman Republic ended when the Roman people decided to vote for Caesar. Of course, he carefully claimed he was not Caesar, but simple Octavian, man of the people, who sought nothing but to benefit the people and protect or restore their republic. Once in power, however, Augustus Octavian Caesar who claimed only to be

CounterPunch News Service (2024-02-06). Statement on Israel Weapons Aid Bills. counterpunch.org In response to announcements of proposed bills in the House and Senate that would include billions of dollars in unconditional weapons aid to Israel, IfNotNow national spokesperson Eva Borgwardt released the following statement: "It's unconscionable that the U.S. would provide billions of dollars of weapons — with no strings attached — to the Israeli military as

Staff (2024-02-06). Robbing the minority character of AMU will adversely impact Muslims' education in India. muslimmirror.com By Syed Ali Mujtaba The Supreme Court judgment on the minority character of the Aligarh Muslim University is reserved after the prolonged hearing. Even before the Apex Court may pronounce its verdict, it is widely guessed that it will be against the Minority Character of the AM. The reason for such wild imagination is that …

Staff (2024-02-06). Robbing the minority character of AMU will adversely impact Muslims' education in India. muslimmirror.com By Syed Ali Mujtaba The Supreme Court judgment on the minority character of the Aligarh Muslim University is reserved after the prolonged hearing. Even before the Apex Court may pronounce its verdict, it is widely guessed that it will be against the Minority Character of the AM. The reason for such wild imagination is that …

newarab (2024-02-06). One year after the earthquake, Turkey struggles to rebuild. newarab.com Antakya, Turkey – "Impossible, how could I pay the mortgage with my monthly salary of 600 euros?" Mesut Zateroglu, 43, tells The New Arab, sitting in a tent that his employer, the Hatay municipality, permitted him to erect in the courtyard of one of its office buildings by a major highway leading to the centre of the city of Before

newarab (2024-02-06). February quake continues to haunt northwest Syria a year on. newarab.com

WSWS (2024-02-06). Israel poised to expand war against Hezbollah in Lebanon. wsws.org An Israeli offensive in Lebanon and Syria, backed by the US, would likely extend the barbarity being inflicted on Gaza and dramatically inflame the situation throughout the region and internationally.

WSWS (2024-02-06). New Zealand protests continue as government backs Gaza genocide. wsws.org Thousands protested again last weekend, after the New Zealand government joined the US in cutting funding for the UNRWA relief agency, directly supporting Israel's blockade and starvation of the people of Gaza.

WSWS (2024-02-06). The 66th annual Grammy Awards: Notable protests against Israeli-US genocide in an ocean of self-satisfaction. wsws.org The event was largely a spectacle of self-congratulation and jockeying for position among wealthy celebrity performers. However, broader tendencies also made themselves felt.

Editor (2024-02-06). New York Times' Friedman Hits New Low With Animalization of Arabs and Iranians. scheerpost.com By Juan Cole / Informed Comment Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Calling people animals is a way to dehumanize them, and probably helps convince individuals that the other people around them approve of treating the animals badly. In ways that aren't entirely clear, this way of speaking is certainly wrought up with violence and even …

teleSUR, JCM (2024-02-06). Asciende a 27.585 el número de palestinos asesinados en Gaza. telesurtv.net El comunicado señaló que en las últimas 24 horas, el ejército israelí cometió 12 masacres en toda la Franja de Gaza que dejaron 107 personas muertas y otras 143 heridas.

teleSUR, JCM (2024-02-06). Rebeldes hutíes de Yemen atacan dos barcos en el mar Rojo. telesurtv.net El portavoz de las fuerzas hutíes, Yahia Saree, publicó en su cuenta de X que el movimiento Ansarolá llevó a cabo "dos operaciones militares en el mar Rojo".

teleSUR, YSM (2024-02-06). Ataque israelí causa la muerte de al menos ocho civiles en Gaza. telesurtv.net La ciudad de Khan Yunis, en el sur de la Franja de Gaza fue blanco de otro bombardeo de la artillería israelí, en el que murieron catorce personas.

teleSUR, dcdc, YSM (2024-02-06). Gobierno colombiano y ELN prolongan un día negociaciones de paz. telesurtv.net En un comunicado, el ELN señaló que se están tomando medidas "con el fin de acordar una prórroga otros seis meses".

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-02-06). Informe israelí reconoce pésimas condiciones para presos palestinos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 6 de feb (RHC) Miles de presos palestinos en cárceles israelíes duermen en el suelo, sufren malas condiciones sanitarias e higiénicas, están hacinados en pequeñas celdas y conviven con ratas, alertó hoy la oficina del defensor público de ese país.

teleSUR, dcdc, JCM (2024-02-06). Ofensiva israelí en Gaza deja 4.895 estudiantes asesinados. telesurtv.net Un total de 239 profesores y administradores han fallecido en la Franja de Gaza y 836 fueron lastimados.

teleSUR, JCM, MER, SH (2024-02-06). Minuto a minuto del asedio israelí contra la Franja de Gaza. telesurtv.net Son más de 120 días de ataques constantes de las fuerzas de Israel contra el pueblo palestino en Gaza y Cisjordania.

teleSUR, JCM (2024-02-06). Aumenta la tensión entre Rusia y Ecuador por el caso de las armas. telesurtv.net El Gobierno ruso inició negociaciones con exportadores de la India para suplir las importaciones de la fruta desde Ecuador.

teleSUR, jaa, JGN (2024-02-06). Estados Unidos anuncia otro ataque contra Yemen. telesurtv.net Durante este domingo las fuerzas norteñas atacaron varias zonas controladas por hutíes en Yemen.

greenleft.org.au (2024-02-06). Palestine solidarity supporters call on Labor to boost funding to UNRWA. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-02-06). Labor doubles down on support for genocidal Israel after ICJ ruling. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-02-06). Israeli settlers call for 'colonisation of Gaza'. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-02-06). Peter Khalil MP targeted again for not speaking out for Palestine. greenleft.org.au

Alex Salmon (2024-02-06). Taiwan's election continues 'status quo'. greenleft.org.au Lai Ching-Te (aka William Lai) won Taiwan's Presidential election on January 13, with 40.5% of the vote, and achieving a record third term for the incumbent Democratic Progressive Party, reports Alex Salmon.

Nachschon Amir, Mai Saif, Meredith Lawrence (2024-02-06). Podcast: Busting the myth of Israeli 'democracy'. greenleft.org.au Israel claims to be the only democracy in the Middle East. The reality is different. Nachschon Amir, Mai Saif and Meredith Lawrence explain the myth behind Israeli 'democracy' and how it oppresses Palestinians.

greenleft.org.au (2024-02-06). Freezing aid to Gaza: Israel's war against UNRWA. greenleft.org.au

greenleft.org.au (2024-02-06). Puerto Rico and Palestine: 'Our struggles are linked'. greenleft.org.au

Alex Salmon (2024-02-06). Taiwan's election continues 'status quo'. greenleft.org.au Lai Ching-Te (aka William Lai) won Taiwan's Presidential election on January 13, with 40.5% of the vote, and achieving a record third term for the incumbent Democratic Progressive Party, reports Alex Salmon.

Speak Out Now (2024-02-06). Saturday 2/24: Exposing the Lies of Israel's War Machine. indybay.org Niebyl-Proctor Marxist Library, 6501 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609 | Also online, see website for zoom details…

Abba A. Solomon (2024-02-06). American Jewish Committee Recognized Dangers of Zionism. indybay.org Mainstream Jewish organizations knew endless violence and oppression would result from imposing a Jewish state in Palestine against the stated wishes of its non-Jewish inhabitants.

Angela (2024-02-06). Thursday 2/8: Virtual Teach-In about Palestine. indybay.org

Angela (2024-02-06). Wednesday 2/7: USCPR Phone Zap for Palestine. indybay.org

Angela (2024-02-06). Tuesday 2/6: Let's Talk About Palestine Lecture Series. indybay.org 315 Wheeler Hall | Berkeley, CA | OR | YouTube…

Bay Area (2024-02-06). Sunday 2/11: benefit concert for palestine. indybay.org The Starry Plough | 101 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705…

marketing (2024-02-05). Israel's War On Gaza Updates: Officials Report 'Massacre' In Deir El-Balah Death Toll Rises To 27,478 #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – Nam News Network) | GAZA, Feb 6 (NNN-XINHUA) The death toll of Palestinians killed from Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip has risen to 27,478, the Palestinian Health Ministry said, …

albawaba (2024-02-03). Exploring Your Destiny: Daily Horoscope – February 4, 2024. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Curious about what your horoscope predictions will be for February 4, 2024? What's in store for you in your horoscope, astronomer? Let's find out. ShutterstockExploring Your Destiny: Daily Horoscope – February 4, 2024: Aries (March 21 – April 19): ShutterstockAries, tomorrow a possible unexpected encounter could completely change your perspective. Be open to new opportunities and take a chance on something different. This could lead to a wonderful adventure or a shift in your career. Embrace the unexpected and step out of your comfort zone, for it may bring you great rewards.Taurus (A…

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