Asia
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei
US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran amid speculation of interim deal over Strait of Hormuz

Iran condemned the US threats of war and sanctions against Oman over its alleged cooperation with Iran, calling it yet another sign of the “moral bankruptcy” of the US government and its policy making.

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“Politically motivated” raid at home of Keralam left leader sparks mass protests

The left and opposition parties have termed the raid part of the political vendetta unleashed by the ultra-right-wing government, led by Narendra Modi against the country’s opposition leaders and parties.

The quiet that kills: beyond awareness to action

Health students from Gaza describe how transforming awareness into action has to remain a key part of solidarity movements worldwide.

Chinese FM at UN Security Council
China calls for a revitalized UN amid rising global conflicts

The dangerous erosion of respect for international law among powerful nations and deepening geopolitical rifts between them has paralyzed the UN Security Council established to protect the rights and sovereignty of its members.

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The theater of punishment

The global outrage over Gaza, the continued symbolic power of Palestinian prisoners, and the persistence of international solidarity movements all indicate that the Palestinian struggle remains profoundly alive.

Tyre village struck by Israeli airstrikes
Israel kills 31 people in Lebanon on the eve of Eid al-Adha

Another massacre was committed in Gaza on the same day, killing nine people, despite the US-brokered ceasefire deals in both Arab territories.

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Reflections on the US-Israeli multi-front war in West Asia: How the Axis of Resistance remains resilient

Dr. Issam Khawaja argues that the steadfastness of the Axis of Resistance throughout the war undermines US hegemony in West Asia, and the so-called “New Middle East” project.

Eid al-Adha prayer in Gaza amidst the rubble
Israel carries out sixth consecutive Eid massacre in Gaza

The newly-appointed general commander of the Al-Qassam Brigades, Mohammed Odeh, was killed in the lethal strikes carried out on the eve of Eid al-Adha, less than two weeks after his predecessor was assassinated.

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Rubio’s visit intensifies debate on India’s foreign policy independence

Apart from dealing with issues related to bilateral concerns, such as energy trade, Rubio was in New Delhi to attend the Quad (an alliance of Australia, Japan, India, and US) foreign ministers’ meeting on Tuesday.

Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir
With peace deal nearly final, US launches fresh attacks on Iran

Iran hinted on Monday that progress has been made in the talks with the US on a 14-point proposal submitted by it last week, which may end the war and establish confidence-building measures.

Mass mobilization in Havana
China denounces US indictment of Raúl Castro as violation of Cuba’s sovereignty

Social and political movements in South Asia also reiterated their solidarity with the Cuban people amidst the prolonged energy blockade imposed by the US and its threats of military aggression.

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South Korea and Pakistan condemn Israel’s abduction of flotilla activists

South Korea and several other countries expressed outrage over Israel’s attacks on the Global Sumud Flotilla earlier this week and alleged torture of the kidnapped participants in custody.