(2024-10-26). Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein calls for release of Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org Stein has made this statement calling for the release of socialist and anti-war activist Bogdan Syrotiuk, who has been imprisoned by the Zelensky regime in Ukraine.
(2024-10-26). ICRC congratulates Nihon Hidankyo on Nobel Peace Prize and work to ensure nuclear weapons are never used again. icrc.org
(2024-10-26). Congo Week Draws Attention To The Congolese Struggle. popularresistance.org Teach-ins, concerts, screenings of films and documentaries, rallies, demonstrations, and other actions and events were organized in several cities around the globe from October 13 to 19 to raise global consciousness about the struggles of the Congolese people for peace and justice. | "Breaking the Silence: Congo Week" has been observed annually in the third week of October since 2008 to commemorate the more than 5.4 million killed over the last 10 to 12 years, amid what the UN described as the deadliest conflict since World War II.
(2024-10-26). The legacy of Ziad Abu Helaiel — peacefully resisting Israel in West Bank. aljazeera.com Known for unarmed protest and settling disputes in his West Bank community, Abu Helaiel's killing has left a 'void'.
(2024-10-26). Rival London marches pass off peacefully amid heavy police presence. geo.tv 
Counter-protesters take part in a demonstration against Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, a British anti-immigration activist known as Tommy Robinson and the far-right, during a march organised by Stand Up To Racism and other groups, in London, Britain, October 26, 2024. — Reuters
(2024-10-26). Vance suggests possible peace terms for Ukraine. rt.com 
Kiev could end up ceding some of its territory to Russia to end the hostilities, the Republican vice-presidential candidate says | Both Russia and Ukraine have been "exhausted" by the ongoing conflict, and Kiev could ultimately decide to give up some of its territories in exchange for peace, Donald Trump's running mate J.D. Vance has suggested. | The vice-presidential candidate made the remarks on Thursday when he appeared on News Nation's town hall to discuss the pressing issues for American society, such as abortion, migration, and housing costs. The enduring conflict between Russia and Ukraine was also invo…
(2024-10-26). How the world keeps failing eastern DRC. aljazeera.com Old 'peacebuilding' schemes are obsolete in a country that is seeing new and ever-changing conflict dynamics.
(2024-10-26). Armenia questions two clauses of the peace treaty with Azerbaijan. plenglish.com Yerevan, 26 October (Prensa Latina) – There are still disagreements between Armenia and Azerbaijan on two of the 17 clauses of the draft peace treaty, Armenian Deputy Foreign Minister Paruir Ovannisian said today.
(2024-10-26). 'Exercise restraint, return to the path of dialogue & diplomacy': India after Israeli strikes on Iran. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: India expressed concern on Saturday over rising Middle Eastern tensions following Israel's attacks on Iran. In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs stated, "We are deeply concerned by the evolving escalation in West Asia and its ramifications for peace and stability in the region and beyond. We reiterate our call to all concerned to exercise restraint and return to the path of dialogue and diplomacy." "The ongoing hostilities are to nobody's benefit, even as innocent hostages and civilian populations continue to suffer. Our Missions in the region are in contact with the Indian community,"
(2024-10-26). BCU Hosts the 3rd World March for Peace Philippine Leg: A Symphony of Global Harmony. pressenza.com 
(Second in a Series) | by Josefa P. Dampilag, Pacita E. Gawaen, Genevieve B. Kupang, Christine S. Luyosen, Alaska J. Turaray | With the publication of the first series, (
(2024-10-26). BCU Hosts the 3rd World March for Peace Philippine Leg: A Symphony of Global Harmony. pressenza.com 
(First in a Series) | by Josefa P. Dampilag, Pacita E. Gawaen, Genevieve B. Kupang, Christine S. Luyosen, Alaska J. Turaray | The 3rd World March (3WM) for Peace and Nonviolence was more than just a gathering—it was a powerful testament to humanity's enduring yearning for harmony and compassion. Held on October 21, 2024, at the Margarita J. Fernandez Hall of Baguio Central University, the event resonated like a symphony of peace, each moment contributing to a grand crescendo of hope. The gathering was attended by BCU administrators, faculty, students, and both local and international guests, all united in t…
(2024-10-26). The 3rd World March for Peace and Nonviolence: The Philippine Experience in Malolos. pressenza.com 
The 3rd World March in a Community Feeding Program for Indigent School Children: | "There comes a time | When we heard a certain call | When the world must come together as one | There are people dying | Oh, and it's time to lend a hand to life | The greatest gift of all… | We can't go on | Pretending day-by-day | That someone, somewhere soon make a change | We're all a part of God's great big family | And the truth, you know, love is all we need | We are the world | We are the children | We are the ones who make a brighter day, so let's start giving | There's a choice we're making | We're…
(2024-10-26). Joint Press Release: AU-ICRC Roundtable Reinforces Commitment to Strengthening Conduct and Discipline in Peace Support Operations. icrc.org
(2024-10-26). Let us remember that disarmament saves lives, curbs arms race, moderates the inhumanity of war, and fosters peace. icrc.org
(2024-10-26). Phil Lesh, bassist and founder of Grateful Dead, dies. gnnhd.tv 
The Instagram post said the bass player died peacefully, surrounded by family…
(2024-10-26). Pakistan stands with Iran in pursuit of peace, says PM Shehbaz. gnnhd.tv 
Pakistan's Foreign Office also strongly condemns Israel's strikes against Iran…
(2024-10-26). Ruto vows to promote peace with Uganda, South Sudan through cultural festivals. independent.co.ug 
NAIROBI, KENYA | Xinhua | Kenyan President William Ruto on Friday pledged to promote peace among communities along the country's borders with Uganda and South Sudan through cultural activities. Ruto said the country will host annual cultural activities that bring together the Turkana of Kenya, Toposa of South Sudan, and Karamajong of Uganda, communities that …
(2024-10-26). Israel attacks Iran with 'three waves' of strikes. newarab.com 
"In response to months of continuous attacks from the regime in Iran against the State of Israel ⚪ right now the Israel Defense Forces (Israeli military) is conducting precise strike…
(2024-10-26). Israel strikes Iran: What we know so far and what's next. aljazeera.com Israel has warned Tehran against retaliating after residents in the city woke up to explosions.
(2024-10-26). Russia warns of 'explosive escalation' after Israel strikes Iran. gnnhd.tv 
Moscow has close relations with Iran…
(2024-10-26). Israel at war, day 386: Israel strikes Iran's military sites in response to Oct. missile attack. haaretz.com The IDF said it launched its retaliatory attack against Iran, targeting military sites; Iranian media: Four Iranian soldiers were killed ‚ñ IDF says humanitarian zone in Al-Mawasi in south Gaza to be expanded ‚ñ IDF: Israel's air force struck over 70 Hezbollah 'terror targets' in Lebanon ‚ñ Palestinian Health Ministry: Man, 29, killed by IDF fire in West Bank; IDF says he was a Hamas operative planning an attack ‚ñ Here's what you need to know 386 days into the war…
(2024-10-26). The identity of Leading Antisemite Might Surprise. pressenza.com If we look beyond the opponents of genocide who are so shamefully smeared with the label "antisemite," but if we still treat "Semite" as meaning "Jew," then the identity of a leading actual antisemite might surprise many people. | Very few, I've found, are aware that the policy of Nazi Germany for years was to pursue the expulsion of the Jews, not their murder, that the U.S. government led the world's governments in holding public conferences to discuss who would accept the Jews, that those governments — for open and shamelessly Anti-Semitic reasons — refused to accept the Nazis' future victims, and t…
(2024-10-26). Israel, US prepare to widen Middle East war; protesters demand genocide ends. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-10-26). Gaza, Lebanon, Iran and Ukraine — Key Takeaways from Kazan Declaration. ummid.com BRICS Summit 2024 in Russia ended on Thursday adopting Kazan Declaration which focused on key issues including catastrophic situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory and Lebanon, Ukraine war and condemnation of Israel.
(2024-10-26). Lebanon: More than 160 health workers killed in Israeli attacks. newarab.com 
Israel has carried out hundreds of attacks on Lebanon's healthcare system since last year, the country's health minister revealed, as he called on the international community to stop ignoring During a press conference Friday, Firas Abyad detailed what he called Israel's "direct and intentional" attacks on facilities, workers and vehicles. | Abyad said there has been at least 200 attacks on first-aid agencies. There have been 55 attacks on hospitals — 36 of them direct attacks —…
(2024-10-26). Israel 'deliberately' kills three journalists in south Lebanon. newarab.com 
Al-Mayadeen, a Beirut-based pan-Arab broadcaster, said its cameraman Ghassan Najjar and technician Mohammad Reda were killed in what it described as a "deliberate strike on a journalists' residence" in Hasbaya. | Lebanese television station Al-Manar said its cameraman Wissam Qassem was also killed in the strike. Three others were injured in the attac…
(2024-10-26). Israel kills at least 820 Palestinians in 22 days in north Gaza. newarab.com 
Israeli forces have killed at least 820 Palestinians in a 22-day siege of northern Israel has prevented the entry of aid into the area and launched a renewed assault, in what appears to be an attempt to kill, starve or forcibly expel Palestinians from their homes and shelters. | "The Israeli army has killed over 820 Palestinians within the span of just over three weeks in northern Gaza," said Ismail Thawabta, director of the media office. | "Dozens of bodi…
(2024-10-26). At BRICS summit, Russia tries to build a world without the US. csmonitor.com The group's latest meeting shows how much progress Russia has made — and how other BRICS members keep that goal from being fully realized.
(2024-10-26). IMF and BRICS: no return to Bretton Woods. cadtm.org This week the IMF-World Bank semi-annual meeting takes place in Washington, US. At the same time, the BRICS+ group meets in Kazan, Russia, that set the future world economic order to be established at the end of WW2. At the time, the then US president Franklin Roosevelt offered these prophetic words: "The point in history at which we stand is full of promise and of danger. The world will either move toward unity and widely shared prosperity or it will move apart into necessarily competing (…) | – | / | <...
(2024-10-26). Hamas: 'Intensive Political Campaign' Underway To Halt Ethnic Cleansing. popularresistance.org Hamas said in a statement on 24 October that it has launched an "intensive" diplomatic and political campaign aimed at thwarting the General's Plan, through which Israel is trying to empty out northern Gaza via extermination and expulsion and transform it into a military zone. | The statement said Hamas has warned, in the contacts it is making, of the "scale of the massive daily massacres that have reached the most heinous levels that humans can imagine, including terrorism, killing, and the execution of children and women in cold blood, as well as the organized displacement of about one hundred and fifty thousan…
(2024-10-26). War And The Constitution. popularresistance.org Can the president fight any war he wishes? Can Congress fund any war it chooses? Are there constitutional and legal requirements that must first be met before war is waged? | These questions should be addressed in a national debate over the U.S. military involvement in Ukraine and Israel. Sadly, there has been no debate. The media are mouthing what the C.I.A. is telling them, Congress is in lock-step, and only a few websites and podcasts — my own, "Judging Freedom" on YouTube, among them — are challenging the government's reckless, immoral, illegal and unconstitutional wars.
(2024-10-26). ICC replaces judge in Netanyahu arrest warrant case due to health reasons. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The International Criminal Court (ICC) changed its judge panel examining a request to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday. Slovenian judge Beti Hohler was appointed immediately after Romanian judge Iulia Motoc sought a replacement owing to health reasons. Japanese judge Tomoko Akane, ICC president, announced.Because Judge Hohler needs time to evaluate the case documents, any Gaza warrant ruling is anticipated to be delayed. ICC arrest warrant rulings have taken around three months in the past, although deadlines are not set. This case has been delayed by Israel's legal challenges…
(2024-10-26). ICC judge weighing arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant replaced, likely delaying decision. haaretz.com Judge Iulia Motoc of the International Criminal Court at The Hague asked to be taken off the case on medical grounds, and is set to be replaced by Slovenian judge Beti Hohler…
(2024-10-26). Iran states: Will there be a response to the Israeli attack. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Iranian Foreign Ministry affirmed its right under the UN Charter to defend itself against any foreign aggression and denounced Israel's recent assault on Iran."We condemn the Zionist aggression on Iranian military sites as a violation of international law and our sovereignty," the ministry said in a statement. It also affirmed Iran's commitment to regional security and the protection of its national interests by pointing out that tensions are caused by Israel's continued regional wars, which are backed by the United States and its Western allies.Israel's activities have also been condemned by a num…
(2024-10-26). Arielle Angel: Leaving Zion. newleftreview.org The rejection of Israel's hegemony by a new generation of Jewish Americans—and their radical critique of its revenge war on Gaza—have altered the political-intellectual terrain in the US. Arielle Angel, editor in chief at Jewish Currents, discusses the journal's role in this rupture with the Zionist establishment.
(2024-10-26). Paris Conference for Lebanon: Some generosity, but no ceasefire. newarab.com 
(2024-10-26). Attacks, arrests, threats, censorship: The high risks of reporting the Israel-Gaza war. Mohamed Mandour
(2024-10-26). 1000s evacuate to Beirut amid intense Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon. presstv.ir Tens of thousands of residents of southern Lebanon continue to flee their villages and cities toward Beirut.
(2024-10-26). Israeli army targets Hezbollah leadership sites in Beirut. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Israeli military announced on Saturday that it had carried out airstrikes on strategic Hezbollah leadership locations in Beirut, intensifying regional tensions.According to the Israeli army's statement, an airstrike on Friday targeted and "neutralized" a Hezbollah air defense cell that had reportedly launched a missile toward an Israeli aircraft near Kafr Villa, north of the Litani River.In a continuation of its operations, the Israeli air force, acting on defense intelligence, launched overnight strikes on key Hezbollah facilities, including weapons manufacturing sites, command centers, intelligen…
(2024-10-26). 10 Israeli soldiers killed in south Lebanon in 24 hours. newarab.com 
Five Israeli soldiers were killed in southern Lebanon Thursday night, the military has announced, as invading troops continue clashing with Hezbollah fighters. | Twenty-four other soldiers were wounded, four of them in critical condition, the military said. | According to Times of Israel, four of the reservists were killed when Hezbollah fighters emerged from a tunnel shaft and threw grenades, while the fifth soldier was killed in a separate incident. | This brought the number up to 10 soldiers killed and more than 60 wounded in the past 24 hours, according to the military. | Israel says only 27 soldiers have…
(2024-10-26). Blinken meets Lebanon's Mikati, Jordan's Safadi in London. newarab.com 
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken vowed Friday to work with "real urgency" for a diplomatic resolution to end Meeting Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati in London,
(2024-10-26). IMF official calls for an end to war on Lebanon. newarab.com 
(2024-10-26). Israel globally condemned for killing of 3 Lebanese journalists. newarab.com 
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) said it "strongly condemned" the attack, u…
(2024-10-26). Lebanon added to FATF money laundering 'grey list' amid crisis. newarab.com 
(2024-10-26). Lebanese nationals welcomed in Iraq as Israel's war escalates. newarab.com 
When Israel started attacking Gaza in October last year, Lebanese native Dalia Hourani said, "We knew we were next." | But it was only after Lebanon's Hezbollah chief The 42-year-old mother of two from southern Lebanon said she has learnt what the "copy and paste" speeches of Israeli politicians mean now — especially when looking at the brutality of Israel's war in Gaza. |
(2024-10-26). An Israeli airstrike killed journalists covering the war in Lebanon as they slept. haaretz.com The Israeli army did not issue a warning prior to the strike, which it said targeted Hezbollah militant infrastructure. It later said the strike was being reviewed…
(2024-10-26). Israel warns Iran it 'will be obligated to respond' if it opens new round of escalation. haaretz.com IRAN: The Israeli army carried out a series of strikes against military targets in Iran in response to 'continuous attacks' by the Iranian regime, the IDF said ‚ñ GAZA: Health officials in Gaza say Israeli forces raided Kamal Adwan Hospital, in the northern Strip ‚ñ LEBANON: Two Israelis killed, seven wounded, in northern Israeli city of Majdal Krum following a rocket barrage from Lebanon ‚ñ HOSTAGE DEAL: Mossad, Egyptian intelligence chiefs meet ahead of Sunday's Qatar summit…
(2024-10-26). Iran says it has 'right and duty' to defend itself after Israeli strikes. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-10-26). 2024 Jharkhand Polls: Irfan Ansari, Rameshwar Oraon in Congress 1st list. ummid.com The Congress Party Monday released its first list of 21 candidates for the 2024 Jharkhand Assembly Elections.
(2024-10-26). 2024 Maharashtra Polls: Hasan Mushrif, Najib Mulla in NCP (Ajit Pawar) first list. ummid.com The Nationalist Congress Party (Ajit Pawar) Wednesday released a list of 38 candidates who will contest the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly Elections on the party's 'Clock' symbol.
(2024-10-26). 2024 Maha Polls: Advay Hirey to take on Dada Bhuse in Malegaon Outer. ummid.com Advay Hirey Patil has been fielded by Shiv Sena (UBT) as INDIA alliance candidate against Sena stalwart and cabinet minister Dada Bhuse, the party has confirmed.
(2024-10-26). NCP (Sharad Pawar) releases its first list for 2024 Maharashtra Polls. ummid.com The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) faction led by Sharad Pawar Friday Oct 25, 2024 released its first list of 45 candidates for the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly Elections.
(2024-10-26). Media Hawks Make Case for War Against Iran. scheerpost.com 
(2024-10-26). Free Bogdan Syrotyuk! wsws.org Six months after his arrest, Bogdan Syrotiuk, the courageous Ukrainian socialist arrested for opposing the war, remains in prison awaiting a drumhead trial in a legal travesty.
(2024-10-26). As Trump promises fascist retribution, Harris and Obama downplay Republican coup plotting at Atlanta, Georgia rally. wsws.org As Trump and his Republican co-conspirators continued openly to plot to overturn the vote should the fascist ex-president lose the election, Harris and Obama issued no warning and made no appeal for popular resistance.
(2024-10-26). Award-winning Iranian-German photographer asked to apologise for saying "Free Palestine" wsws.org The campaign to suppress opposition to Israel's war of extermination embraces all of Germany's political parties.
(2024-10-26). G7 agrees Ukraine loan using interest from 'stolen' Russian assets. rt.com 
Kiev's first drawdown can be expected as early as December, as Moscow warns it'll mirror the move and use frozen Western monies | The leaders of G7 nations have agreed on lending billions to Ukraine to be backed by the earnings that have accrued on Russian sovereign assets currently frozen by Western countries. In June, members of the group pledged to lend a total of $50 billion to Kiev using this money. | Following the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in February 2022, the US and its allies have blocked an estimated $300 billion in assets belonging to the Russian central bank. The bulk of the funds, around…
(2024-10-26). Zelensky's 'Victory plan': The Ukrainian leader knows the game is up. rt.com 
The plan espoused by the head of the Kiev regime proposes that NATO enter into direct conflict with Russia, but does not explain why | Ukraine's Vladimir Zelensky has finally unveiled his 'victory plan' which is supposed to help Kiev win the war against Russia. Ukrainians themselves were the last to learn the details, but now it has been completely disclosed, except for a few classified points. | And it's probably not going to go down in history as a substantial document. | Zelensky demanded that Western powers endorse his plan within three months. However, the 'victory plan' seems too far fetched for his back…
(2024-10-26). The United Nations: Balancing high ideals and harsh realities. links.org.au 
Dmitry Pozhidaev — Criticism of the UN has never been as harsh as it is today, with the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East exposing its perceived inability to address them.
(2024-10-26). Russian forces deliver strikes on Ukrainian military airfields, drone storage facilities. tass.com Ukrainian military personnel and hardware were hit in 149 districts, the Russian Defense Ministry said…
(2024-10-26). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 974. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 974th day, these are the main developments.
(2024-10-26). Kursk encirclement, Donbass push and drone warfare: The past week in the Ukraine conflict. rt.com 
Some 2,000 Ukrainian servicemen have ended up encircled in Russia's Kursk Region | The past week in the Ukraine conflict has seen intensive fighting along the front line, with active combat continuing in the border areas of Russia's Kursk Region, as well as in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR), where Moscow has reported making new gains. | The Russian military announced that it had secured two communities in the north of the republic: the village of Serebryanka, located immediately north of the town of Seversk, as well as Novosadovoye, an abandoned settlement adjacent to the border with the Lugansk People's…
(2024-10-26). Iran says two soldiers killed in Israeli strikes on military bases. aljazeera.com Israeli army says its response to 'months of attacks' by Iran was complete and warns Tehran against retaliation.
(2024-10-26). Iran says Israeli strikes on military bases caused 'limited damage'. aljazeera.com Israeli army says its response to 'months of attacks' by Iran was complete and warns Tehran against retaliation.
(2024-10-26). MEP Rima Hassan on Palestine advocacy and wearing the keffiyeh. newarab.com 
keffiyeh represents that potent emblem of resistance and identity. | "Destroying symbols is also erasing a cause," begins Rima Hassan, who made history by becoming the first French-Palestinian member of the European parliament. The 32-year-old human rights activist, lawyer, and refugee advocate gained a significant following thanks to her activism for However, on September 17, Rima was
(2024-10-26). 10 policemen killed in 'terror attack' in Iran's southeast. newarab.com 
At least 10 police officers were killed in a "terrorist attack" in an area of They were killed during an attack on "police vehicles" in No group immediately claimed responsibility for the attack, which occurred so…
(2024-10-26). Biden apology for Indian abuses interrupted by Gaza protester. newarab.com 
"This to me is one of the most consequential things I've ever had an opportunity to do in my whole career," Biden said in his apology at an outdoor football and track field in Laveen Villag…
(2024-10-26). Egypt probes mass food poisoning at Al-Azhar's Luxor campus. newarab.com 
(2024-10-26). HRW's Joe Stork, pioneer of Middle East rights activism, dies. newarab.com 
The American human rights activist Joe Stork has died, leaving behind him a legacy of human rights campaigning, The activist, whose resume boasts the likes of Human Rights Watch (HRW), Middle East Research and Information Project (MERIP) and Gulf Center for Human Rights (GCFHR), reportedly died aged 81 on Wednesday. | Tributes have…
(2024-10-26). Iran could respond to major Israel strike with '1,000 missiles'. newarab.com 
Iran might strike Israel with up to 1,000 ballistic missiles if a Four officials, including two from the
(2024-10-26). Israel massacres 12 in north Gaza aid queue. newarab.com 
Gaza's civil defence agency said 12 people were killed Friday by Israeli drone strikes that hit a The drones struck near the "Civil defence teams retrieved 12 martyrs and several injured ind…
(2024-10-26). Israel strikes kill Iranian soldiers as Gaza hospital besieged. newarab.com 
Israel carried out airstrikes on Iran early on Saturday, in retaliation for Tehran's missile attacks on 1 October, warning Iran that it would "pay a heavy price" if it Two Iranian soldiers, Hamze Jihandideh and Mohammad Mehdi Shahrokhifar, were killed during Israel's attacks, the Iranian army said. The Revolutionary Guard Corps named Mehdi Naqvi and Sajjad Mansouri as the latest casualties of the attack. | Israel's military said it struck missile manufacturing facilities, missile arrays and other systems…
(2024-10-26). Israel 'warned Iran' that it was about to strike: report. newarab.com 
Israel warned The
(2024-10-26). Israeli army carries out third incursion in a month into Syria. newarab.com 
(2024-10-26). Israeli forces kill children, detain patients at Gaza hospital. newarab.com 
Israeli forces also trapped women in the hospital in a room, without any water or food. | "The current situation inside Kamal Adwan Hospital is alarmingly deteriorating. The total number of people inside the hospital is 600, including patients, wounded, medical staff and c…
(2024-10-26). Israeli forces killed 165 children in W. Bank over past year: UN. newarab.com 
Of those killed, at least 129 were killed by Israeli live ammunition "mostly in the upper body and head", the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) said, while 36 were killed by air strikes. | The latest child to be killed was 11-year-old Abdullah Jamal Hawash, who was shot during a raid in
(2024-10-26). Israel's strikes on Iran: What do we know so far. newarab.com 
The strikes targeted the capital Tehran as well as the southwestern provinces of Khuzestan and Ilam, lasting several hours and involving more than 100 Israeli fighter jets, including F35s, F16s and F15s, Israeli media reported. | Israel used…
(2024-10-26). Jordan denies that Israel used its airspace for attack on Iran. newarab.com 
A military source in the Jordanian army said, "no military aircraft were allowed to cross Jordanian airspace" and that "armed forces were closely following the military escalations that occurred during the past hours". | The army added that the "Royal Air Force was monitoring th…
(2024-10-26). Microsoft fires employees over vigil for Palestinians in Gaza. newarab.com 
The two employees told The Associated Press they were fired by phone call late on Thursday, several hours after a lunchtime event they organised at Microsoft's campus in Redmond, Washington. | Both employees were members of a coalition of employees calle…
(2024-10-26). Middle East govts condemn Israel's strike on Iran. newarab.com 
(2024-10-26). Sudan: Over 120 killed in RSF attack on al-Jazira state. newarab.com 
(2024-10-26). Chris Kaba, the far-right & why all racism must be fought. newarab.com 
(2024-10-26). Biden apology to Native Americans interrupted by Gaza protester. newarab.com "This to me is one of the most consequential things I've ever had an opportunity to do in my whole career," Biden said in his apology at an outdoor football and track field in Laveen Villag…
(2024-10-26). Iran warns it will defend itself following Israel strikes. newarab.com Iran warned on Saturday it would Israel warned Iran would "pay a heavy price" if it responded to the T…
(2024-10-26). Iraqi rights group alleges mass executions, authorities deny. newarab.com 
Iraqi authorities are under intense scrutiny over alleged mass executions at Nasiriyah's Al-Hout prison. Rights groups claim the government oversaw one of the largest waves of executions since the 2003 US-led invasion. Although the AFAD, the Iraqi Human Rights Observatory on October…
(2024-10-26). A Night We Held Between film links old myths to Palestine today>. newarab.com 
(2024-10-26). Critic of Tunisia's Kais Saied given sentence of two years. newarab.com 
A Dahmani, 56, was Her arrest came when masked police…
(2024-10-26). Israel bombs Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, damages oxygen station. newarab.com 
Israeli forces bombed the It comes amid a devastating assault on Gaza, including the northern refugee camp of Jabalia where dozens of civilians have been killed. | The attack on the Kamal Adwan Hospital caused disruptions to v…
(2024-10-26). Israel extends ties with the Balkans to isolate Iran. newarab.com 
(2024-10-26). MENA Sports Wrap: Saudi's Green Falcons and Mancini part ways. newarab.com 
(2024-10-26). Palestinian Authority 'rejects UAE role in Gaza Day After' plans. newarab.com 
(2024-10-26). PKK claims deadly attack on Turkish defense firm in Ankara. newarab.com 
A banned Kurdish militant group on Friday claimed responsibility for an attack on the headquarters of a key defense company in the A statement from the military wing of the
(2024-10-26). US, UK support Israel with arms airlifts, intelligence in Gaza. newarab.com 
The US and UK could be playing a key part in Israel's Over 6,000
(2024-10-26). UN agencies call for access to Sudan to address crisis. plenglish.com United Nations, Oct 26 (Prensa Latina) Access limitations in Sudan are hampering the ability to deliver supplies and protection to the most vulnerable communities, United Nations agencies warned today, calling for ways to help this conflict-troubled African country.
(2024-10-26). Consumer confidence seen as key driver for growth. ecns.cn China's latest stimulus measures seem to create a favorable shift in focus toward relying more on boosting consumer confidence as a sustainable growth driver, with bigger fiscal spending on improving social welfare and addressing property woes necessary.
(2024-10-26). Taiwan marks 79th anniversary of recovery from Japanese occupation. ecns.cn Various sectors of Taiwan society commemorated the 79th anniversary of Taiwan's recovery from Japanese occupation on Friday, urging the island authorities for recognizing the one-China principle and voicing their opposition to pushing the island to the brink of war.
(2024-10-26). Jill Stein: Green Party candidate fighting to reshape America's 'broken' two-party system. indybay.org In a wide-ranging interview with The New Arab, Stein said if elected, her immediate priority would be a long-overdue "single call to end the war in Gaza"
(2024-10-26). Israel warned Iran ahead of latest strike — Axios. rt.com 
IDF warplanes launched multiple missiles early on Saturday, targeting a number of facilities in the Islamic Republic | Israel relayed a warning to Iran through several third parties ahead of its missile strike against the Islamic Republic on Saturday, Axios has reported, citing three anonymous sources. According to the media outlet, West Jerusalem indicated what type of targets it would attack, while cautioning Tehran against retaliating. | Early on Saturday, IDF spokesperson Daniel Hagari reported that Israeli forces were conducting "precise strikes on military targets" in Iran. The operation, reportedly code…
(2024-10-26). Holocaust survivor demands Harris apologize to 'all victims of Hitler'. rt.com 
The Democratic presidential nominee's words were "the worst thing" he ever heard, the 94-year-old has said | Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris should apologize before all victims of the Third Reich for comparing her Republican rival Donald Trump to Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler, a Holocaust survivor has said in a video released by Trump's campaign. | The clip, which was posted on social media on Friday, featured Jerry Wartski, a 94-year-old who had been a prisoner at the infamous Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp during the Second World War. Wartski has spent most of his life in the US, working as…
(2024-10-26). Holocaust survivor blasts Harris for Trump-Hitler comment. rt.com The Democratic presidential nominee's words were "the worst thing" he ever heard, the 94-year-old has said | Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris should apologize before all victims of the Third Reich for comparing her Republican rival Donald Trump to Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler, a Holocaust survivor has said in a video released by Trump's campaign. | The clip, which was posted on social media on Friday, featured Jerry Wartski, a 94-year-old who had been a prisoner at the infamous Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp during the Second World War. Wartski has spent most of his life in the US, working as…
(2024-10-26). Iran's air defense 'successfully counters' Israeli aggression. presstv.ir Iran's air defense force has confirmed Israeli attacks targeting positions in Tehran, Khuzestan and Ilam provinces, saying the aggression was successfully thwarted.
(2024-10-26). Campaign to get local councils to divest in arms trade gains traction. leftfootforward.org A campaign urging local councils to withdraw investments from companies linked to the arms trade is gaining momentum and is nearing its fundraising goal of £30,000. | Launched by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC), the The PSC is currently seeking a formal legal opinion to clarify the responsibilities of LGPS in distancing themselves from fi…
(2024-10-26). King Charles receives warm traditional welcome in Samoa. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – King Charles and Queen Camilla were welcomed ceremoniously and in accordance with local customs during a rare royal visit to Samoa. As part of the ceremonial honors, the pair, who were hosted on the Pacific island, donned flower garlands and drank the traditional Samoan beverage, "Ava," which is served in coconut shells.Their welcome showcased the island's rich history with traditional Samoan arts and cultural performances. Two men dressed traditionally conducted the event, which included a ceremonial speech to the royal guests. According to one of the hosts, the "Royal and Traditional Ava Ceremony" ho…
(2024-10-26). Tips to start your own remote job. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA Starting your own remote job can be a rewarding and flexible career move, allowing you to work from almost anywhere. However, succeeding in a remote role requires organization, self-discipline, and clear communication. Here are some tips to help you get started: 1. Define Your Ideal Job and Skills: Assess Your Skills: Begin by identifying your strengths, skills, and areas of expertise. Are you interested in writing, graphic design, software development, customer service, or something else? Understanding your skill set will help you choose the right path.Research Remote Job Types: Different roles ha…
(2024-10-26). How to teach kids about Halloween. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA Teaching kids about Halloween can be a fun, educational experience that brings both excitement and understanding. Here's a guide to help make the learning experience engaging, age-appropriate, and memorable for kids. 1. Share the History in Simple Terms: Start by explaining that Halloween is a holiday celebrated on October 31. Introduce the idea of Halloween's origins, such as the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, where people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts.Use simple language and compare it to other holidays they know, helping them understand t…
(2024-10-26). Israel to respond to potential new round of escalation, army spokesperson warns. tass.com Israel is given the opportunity to respond to Iran's "mistake"
(2024-10-26). Israel warned Iran of attack ahead of time — news portal. tass.com The IDF said earlier that it was conducting surgical strikes on military targets in Iran "in response to months of continuous attacks"
(2024-10-26). Moldovan authorities procure weapons from Lithuania despite neutrality — opposition. tass.com Ilan Shor criticized Maia Sandu for her unwillingness to carry out negotiations with Transnistria and for her course towards the militarization of Moldova…
(2024-10-26). Libya Fined For Stranding Nigeria at Airport. plusnews.ug 
The CAF Disciplinary Board fined Libya Football Federation $50,000 and awarded Nigeria three points for the unplayed game between the two teams in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The Super Eagles faced a harrowing experience on 14 October when Libyan authorities stranded the team for over thirteen hours at Al Abraq Airport …
(2024-10-26). Kwoyelo Jailed 40 Years. plusnews.ug 
The International Crimes Division of the High Court (ICD) has sentenced to 40 years in jail former Lord's Resistance Army rebel commander Thomas Kwoyelo over war crimes and crimes against humanity. The sentence was delivered Friday by a four-member panel of judges of the ICD sitting at Gulu High Court in Northern Uganda. Kwoyelo was …
(2024-10-26). Arrests of Palestinian journalists since start of Israel-Gaza war. Doja Daoud
(2024-10-26). Clueless 'Fact Check' of Daily Sceptic Climate Article Descends into Pure Gibberish. wattsupwiththat.com If there was an award for worst fact check of the year, the recent attempt by the French state-owned Agence France-Presse (AFP) to smear the Daily Sceptic would be the clear favourite to win. Taking issue with our report of a recent paper published by Nature that found no "surge" in global temperatures since 1970, the AFP author Manon Jacob branded the article "misleading" purely on the basis of a random selection of what other commentators had written on social media. The so-called fact check is so bad it could well be used in future journalism schools as an example of how not to take a poke at well-sourced mate…
(2024-10-26). Greater Philly health systems remove race from clinical algorithms that guide decisions in kidney, lung and pregnancy care. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Thirteen health systems in Greater Philadelphia are Some tools involve clinical algorithms or calculators designed to help guide providers as they decide who should get certain treatments, medications or procedures, and when. | And for many decades, these algorithms factore…
(2024-10-26). Real estate developer aims to control flooding and erosion in Exton. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? As the suburbs surrounding Philadelphia become more developed with apartments and retail, neighborhoods are more likely to experience the
(2024-10-26). Theyyam: Indian Folk Ritual Theatre—an Insider's Vision. fairobserver.com This tragic incident occurred two or three centuries back at Perinchalloore village (present-day Taliparambu, Kannur district) of north Kerala. Perinchalloore is one of sixty-four Brahmin (Namp≈´tiri) settlements in the state. One of Kerala's 108 ≈öiva temples, dating back some centuries, Raja Rajeswaran, is here. Perinchalloore was also known for the dominance of its Brahmins over…
(2024-10-26). 40% of 43,000 killed by Israeli forces in Gaza are children. defenddemocracy.press The Gaza Media Office has released a detailed overview of the Israeli genocidal war on Palestinians, including both material and human losses. Oct 26, 2024 The Israeli genocidal war on Palestinians in the Gaza Strip has resulted in the martyrdom of 42,885 people and injured another, the Government's Media Office in Gaza revealed. The Israeli …
(2024-10-26). Shin Bet Warned of Possible Hamas Assault Hours Before October 7 Attack. defenddemocracy.press by Connor Freeman Oct 24, 2024 Approximately three hours prior to the Hamas' attack in southern Israel on October 7, Shin Bet warned other elements of the police and security establishment that a potential assault emanating from the besieged Gaza Strip could be imminent. The Kan public broadcaster and Channel 12 news reported the internal …
(2024-10-26). How Hong Kong could be a regional leader in green transport. scmp.com With plans for sustainably designed MTR stations and zero-emission buses, the city is moving foward on its goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
(2024-10-26). China slams US trade official for warning Brazil about joining belt and road plan. scmp.com After US Trade Representative Katherine Tai suggests Brasilia 'weigh the risks', Chinese embassy calls her remarks 'disrespectful'.
(2024-10-26). What we know about Israel's retaliatory attack in Iran. haaretz.com IDF says it struck missile production facilities, surface-to-air missile systems ‚ñ Strong explosions heard in Tehran and other provinces ‚ñ Iran says it thwarted the Israeli attack, but 'limited damage' was caused ‚ñ IDF warns Iran that Israel 'will be obligated to respond' if it opens new round of escalation…
(2024-10-26). Is the Israeli love affair with hummus drawing to a close? haaretz.com Israeli foodies are too sophisticated today to eat traditional indigenous fare — the small hummus joints are barely surviving. The war may have delivered the final wipeout…
(2024-10-26). Israel strikes military targets across Iran in retaliatory attack. haaretz.com IDF says it struck missile production facilities, surface-to-air missile systems ‚ñ Strong explosions heard in Tehran and other provinces ‚ñ Iran says it thwarted the Israeli attack, but 'limited damage' was caused ‚ñ IDF warns Iran that Israel 'will be obligated to respond' if it opens new round of escalation…
(2024-10-26). Joshua Craze: Taxonomies of Hunger. newleftreview.org Death by hunger stalks millions in the Sahel and Horn of Africa—the upshot of West-led political and economic processes as much as climate change and war. Yet only a few instances can pass the demanding criteria for famine set by the humanitarian technocrats of the international bodies charged with its alleviation.
(2024-10-26). Georgia's Election: A Crossroad Between East and West. devdiscourse.com In Georgia, both the ruling party and opposition blocs have framed Saturday's parliamentary election as a pivotal moment for the country's future. The decision at hand is whether to align more closely with Western powers or revert towards Moscow's influence.
(2024-10-26). Nigeria awarded 3-0 win over Libya after airport drama. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-10-26). How to survive the great war of office politics. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-10-26). England award EPS "hybrid" contracts to 17 players. channelnewsasia.com
(2024-10-26). First Nations activists arrested, threatened for protesting Charles III. greenleft.org.au 
(2024-10-26). Gynecologic cancers: 4 affirmations to help you advocate for yourself. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Gynecologic exams might not top the list of things you look forward to, but whether it's for a wellness visit or a new concern, such exams are critical for detecting gynecologic cancers early when they are most treatable. Gynecologic cancers include endometrial, ovarian, cervical, vulvar and vaginal cancer. Gynecology visits should provide a valuable opportunity for you to ask questions, raise concerns and learn about your body from an expert who prioritizes your health and well-being. But if you've had difficulty…
(2024-10-26). Mayo Clinic Minute: Stroke treatment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org World Stroke Day on Oct. 29 is a time to raise awareness about the signs, symptoms, treatments and ways to prevent stroke. Each year, an estimated 15 million people around the globe experience stroke, according to the World Health Organization, with one-third resulting in death. That's why immediate stroke treatment is crucial. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/JCsQcFLsUyA Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 05) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo…
(2024-10-26). Surgical innovations help personalize breast cancer treatment, improve quality of life. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dr. Sarah McLaughlin in surgery October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month JACKSONVILLE, Florida — There are two surgical options to treat breast cancer: lumpectomy and mastectomy. But there are many more reasons why women choose one over another, says Sarah McLaughlin, M.D., a breast surgical oncologist and chair of the Department of Surgery at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. Sarah McLaughlin, M.D. "Some of that can be cancer-based, some of it can be family history and…
(2024-10-26). Mayo Clinic Q and A: How surgery can reduce breast cancer risk. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My mother and sister were both diagnosed with breast cancer. With my family history, when should I consider preventive surgery options, and what do those look like? Are there other risk factors I should be aware of? ANSWER: Given your family history of breast cancer, I'm so glad you want to know more about reducing breast cancer risk. There are a number of ways you can reduce your risk of getting breast…
(2024-10-26). Dumped? Divorced? Time to go viral. gnnhd.tv 
It's a tale as old as time: a devastating breakup comes out of nowhere without warning, shattering our sense of self and potentially our living arrangements, our friendships, our families. A more recent phenomenon is when that breakup goes massively viral af…
(2024-10-26). Conferencia Sobre Pedagogía Para La Paz En Un Mundo Incierto. worldbeyondwar.org 
Por: Gabriel Aguirre, World BEYOND War, 25 de Octubre del 2024 | Cómo parte de la agenda de actividades organizadas en la ciudad de Medellín se organizó a través del programa de Desarrollo Humano del Instituto Técnico Metropolitano una conferencia sobre los desafíos actuales en el mundo, la importancia de poner fin a la guerra y de la construcción de Paz. | Esta conferencia contó con la participación de más de 1700 estudiantes de diversas profesiones en la Universidad quienes pudieron compartir las reflexiones realizadas por los conferencistas: Alicia Cabezudo de GAMIP de Argentina, Lourdes Beltrán de México y…
(2024-10-26). West training Ukrainian saboteurs to target Russian nuclear sites — Moscow. rt.com 
The British foreign intelligence service MI6 was particularly involved, Russia's envoy to the UN has said | Western intelligence services have trained Ukrainian saboteurs to carry out provocations at Russian nuclear power plants, Moscow's permanent representative to the UN, Vassily Nebenzia, has claimed. | The attempts by Ukraine to target nuclear facilities inside Russia are "beyond reckless" and could end up plunging the European continent "into a radiation nightmare," Nebenzia warned during an unofficial meeting of the UN Security Council on Friday. | The authorities in Moscow "have credible information tha…
(2024-10-26). West trained Ukrainian saboteurs to target Russian nuclear sites — Moscow. rt.com The British foreign intelligence service MI6 was particularly involved, Russia's envoy to the UN has said | Western intelligence services have trained Ukrainian saboteurs to carry out provocations at Russian nuclear power plants, Moscow's permanent representative to the UN, Vassily Nebenzia, has claimed. | The attempts by Ukraine to target nuclear facilities inside Russia are "beyond reckless" and could end up plunging the European continent "into a radiation nightmare," Nebenzia warned during an unofficial meeting of the UN Security Council on Friday. | The authorities in Moscow "have credible information tha…