(2024-05-21). World Mourns 'Tragic Loss' Of Iranian President Raisi. popularresistance.org Leaders and officials from several countries began to offer their condolences to Iran on 20 May following the announcement of the deaths of President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other officials in a helicopter crash northwest of the country. | "In Russia, the President of Iran Ebrahim Raisi and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran Hossein Amir-Abdollahian were known as true, reliable friends of our country," Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Monday morning. | "Their role in strengthening mutually beneficial Russian-Iranian cooperation and trusting partnership is i…
(2024-05-21). Richard Beck: Bidenism Abroad. newleftreview.org Panoramic survey of US foreign policy as Washington attempts to maintain its global hegemony in conditions of faltering growth. Containing China, confronting Russia, driving decarbonization: each of Biden's stated aims has been beset by insoluble contradictions from the outset, Richard Beck argues, now compounded by Israel's punitive war on Gaza.
(2024-05-21). ICC prosecutor Khan has created a new reality for Israel — and it could end badly. haaretz.com Israel is not Russia and Western sanctions will impact every aspect of life here ‚ñ A survey by the Institute for National Security Studies shows that the public's trust in statements from the IDF spokesman is being eroded…
(2024-05-21). Does German 'Defence' Minister Pistorius support war crimes with HIMARS? indybay.org This investigation is not a general statement on the behaviour of the warring parties in Ukraine. It is about the specific question of whether Minister Pistorius supports war crimes by supplying HIMARS. | Sources from both sides are used, but only insofar as they can be confirmed by sources from the other side. Status: 18 May 2024…
(2024-05-21). Iran's President Raisi joined BRICS, called to drop US dollar, pushed for multipolar world. geopoliticaleconomy.com Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash, sought to unite the Global South against Western imperialism. He joined BRICS, advocated de-dollarization, supported Palestine, promoted a "Look East" strategy toward China and Russia, and allied with Africa and Latin America.
(2024-05-21). Russia Captured More Territory in Recent Weeks Than Kiev's Counteroffensive — Washington Post. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-21). Before Ukraine Conflict's Risks Escalate Further, a Time for Honest Appraisal of All Losses. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-21). Zelensky Blames "the World" as Ukrainian Army Loses Battle After Battle. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-21). Social organizations announce statement on government-elect in Panama. plenglish.com The meeting is being held at the headquarters of the National Confederation of Independent Trade Union Unity in this capital. | According to the announcement, they will present a different vision of the announced public policies and the nominations of 14 of 17 ministers of State. | Jorge Guzman, one of the spokespersons for the Pueblo Unido por la Vida (United People for Life) alliance, told Prensa Latina that the new executive would defend a neoliberal model and the interests of the United States in the region. | According to Guzman, who is also the coordinator of the National Front for the Defense of Economic…
(2024-05-21). Foreign Ministers of China and Russia ratify good state of relations. plenglish.com Beijing, May 21 (Prensa Latina) Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with his Russian counterpart, Serguei Lavrov, on the sidelines of the Meeting of Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, it was learned on Tuesday.
(2024-05-21). BCU SHS' 2nd Research Colloquium: A Resounding Success, Captivates External Research Council. pressenza.com 
by: Fred Florenz O. Abastillas | Comprised of selected Grade 11 and 12 student-researchers coming from different strands, Baguio Central University Senior High School Department conducted their comprehensive research colloquium at BCU Magsaysay Auditorium on May 7, 2024. | With the initiative and joint efforts of the Practical Research (PR) teachers, Immersion coordinators, Supreme Student Government (SSG) advisers, through the guidance of SHS principal — Dr. Manion K. Alcantara, the said one-day event was deemed successful in connection with its major theme: "Diversity of Fields, Strands of Knowledge [mdas…
(2024-05-21). Latinoamérica queda sin judocas en los 63 kilogramos del mundial. radiohc.cu Abu Dabi, 21 may (PL).- El revés de la judoca cubana Maylín del Toro (63 kilogramos) en los octavos de final del Campeonato Mundial de Abu Dabi dejó hoy a Latinoamérica sin representantes en la lucha por las medallas en la categoría.
(2024-05-21). Judoca cubana Maylín del Toro hoy en mundial de Abu Dabi. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 may (ACN) La judoca de Cuba Maylín del Toro debutará este martes en la continuación del torneo individual del Campeonato Mundial de Ubu Dabi, Emiratos àÅrabes Unidos, en busca de inaugurar el medallero de Cuba, luego de tres intentos fallidos.
(2024-05-21). It Is Difficult To Hide… smoothiex12.blogspot.com from Mr. Iskander. Here is "Here is Johnny" moment. Ukrainian Buk M1 met the maker. Modern ISR is such a bitch.
(2024-05-21). Russian Ambassador to Ethiopia characterises African country's accession to BRICS. tvbrics.com 
The diplomat recalled that this state is among the founders of key international structures…
(2024-05-21). US has no plan to send military trainers into Ukraine, top general says. scmp.com General Charles Q Brown, chairman of US Joint Chiefs of Staff, said the US would be able to bring trainers back in 'once the conflict is over'.
(2024-05-21). Poland Arrests 9 Over Alleged Russian Sabotage Plots. themoscowtimes.com Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that among those arrested were Ukrainian, Belarusian, and Polish citizens.
(2024-05-21). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 817. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 817th day, these are the main developments.
(2024-05-21). Zelenskyy pushes allies for direct involvement in Ukraine's war with Russia. aljazeera.com Ukraine's leader seeks help intercepting Russian missiles, says battlefield situation 'most difficult' since invasion.
(2024-05-21). Woman Killed in Ukrainian Drone Strike on Russia's Belgorod. themoscowtimes.com Three other people were taken to the hospital in the city of Belgorod after being injured in the explosion, regional authorities said.
(2024-05-21). Belarusians who fought against Russia with Ukraine face new battle. aljazeera.com Hundreds of Belarusians, some of whom took part in antigovernment protests, feel abandoned by Ukraine and Europe.
(2024-05-21). US has no plan to send military trainers into Ukraine, top general says. scmp.com US general gives briefing on US commitments to Ukraine after France opened the door to sending troops to train Kyiv's forces.
(2024-05-21). Left-wing websites, artists and workers endorse campaign to free Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org The campaign to free Bogdan Syrotiuk and his fight for the principles of socialist internationalism have struck a nerve among workers, intellectuals and youth throughout the world.
(2024-05-21). Joy Neumeyer: Moscow's Story. newleftreview.org Joy Neumeyer on Jade McGlynn, Memory Makers and Russia's War. Twin studies, scholarly and less so, of the uses of the past in Putin's war for Ukraine.
(2024-05-21). What's behind Putin's decision to appoint an economist and technocrat as the new defense minister? uwidata.com On May 14, President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin appointed Andrey Belousov as Minister of Defense, who previously worked as First Deputy Prime Minister. For many, this was an unexpected appointment, some expected the reappointment of Sergei Shoigu, others bet that a person from military circles would become the new minister. But Andrey Belousov …
(2024-05-21). Georgia: Last chance to stop Russian-style crackdown on civil society. fidh.org International human rights organisations, civil society groups, and election observers are urging European and national leaders to promptly address the Georgian government's attempt to crackdown on civil society as the country approaches its General Elections in October.
Since April 15th, Georgians have been rallying in protest against the proposed "Transparency of Foreign Influence" law, which bears striking resemblance to the Russian so called "Foreign Agent Law". This law threatens to (…) | – |
(2024-05-21). China-Russia Expo sees visitor surge. ecns.cn The ongoing 8th China-Russia Expo held in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, is attracting throngs of domestic and foreign companies seeking business opportunities.
(2024-05-21). UN Security Council rejects Russia bid to ban weapons in space. scmp.com US envoy accuses Russia of diplomatic gaslighting after launching a new 'counterspace weapon'.
(2024-05-20). China-Russia Expo sees visitor surge. ecns.cn The ongoing 8th China-Russia Expo held in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, is attracting throngs of domestic and foreign companies seeking business opportunities.
(2024-05-21). What's behind Putin's decision to appoint an economist and technocrat as the new defense minister? unitedworldint.com On May 14, President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin appointed Andrey Belousov as Minister of Defense, who previously worked as First Deputy Prime Minister. For many, this was an unexpected appointment, some expected the reappointment of Sergei Shoigu, others bet that a person from military circles would become the new minister. But Andrey Belousov …
(2024-05-21). Flooding Emergency Declared in Far East Russia's Sakha. themoscowtimes.com Nearly 450 homes and more than 550 land plots have been flooded since the Lena River started overflowing last week.
(2024-05-21). Se resintió una lesión Omara Durand en Mundial de Paratletismo. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 may (ACN).- La estelar velocista cubana Omara Durand, multicampeona paralímpica y del orbe, se resintió de una antigua lesión poco antes de debutar en el Campeonato Mundial de Paratletismo de Kobe, Japón, a celebrarse hasta el próximo día 25.
(2024-05-21). Ukraine attacks kill two in Russia's Belgorod, Donetsk. presstv.ir Ukraine kills two people in separate aerial attacks on Russia's border region of Belgorod and the city of Donetsk.