2024-03-23: News Headlines

albawaba (2024-03-23). Russia accuses US of 'hypothetical show' after rejecting Gaza ceasefire. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Russia, China, and Algeria used their veto votes to reject a resolution that the United States had submitted at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.Russia, China, and Algeria voted against the motion, while Guyana abstained. Eleven members of the council supported the resolution.When Russia vetoed the US resolution demanding a "urgent and lasting ceasefire," it accused the US of putting on a "hypocritical show" by not applying enough pressure to pass the resolution through Israel. Vasily Nebenzya, Russia's UN ambassador, said the resolution was too poli…

krish-rad_ind (2024-03-23). LIVE: Meet The Israelis Blocking Aid To Gaza + NATO Says Prep For WWIII. rumble.com

marketing (2024-03-23). Liberals Will Win Most Seats In Tasmanian Election, But Be Short Of A Majority #Liberals #Most #Seats #Tasmanian #Election, #Short #Majority #USA #Russia #US #President #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Tasmania has five electorates that each return seven members using the proportional Hare-Clark system , for a total of 35 seats. A quota is one-eighth of the vote, or …

| Reuters | (2024-03-23). Putin vows to punish those behind concert massacre. tribune.com.pk Russia said on Saturday it had arrested all four gunmen suspected of carrying out a shooting massacre in a concert hall near Moscow, and President Vladimir Putin pledged to track down and punish those behind the attack. | Militant group Da'ish claimed responsibility for Friday's rampage but there were indications that Russia was pursuing a Ukrainian link, despite emphatic denials from Ukrainian officials that Kyiv had anything to do with it. | Russia's state Investigative Committee said 133 people had been killed. State TV editor Margarita Simonyan, without citing a source, had earlier given a toll of 143. | I…

Brian Berletic (2024-03-23). US Policymakers Regularly Consider Using Terrorism vs US Enemies. thealtworld.com In 2009 Brookings' "Which Path to Persia" paper had a whole chapter discussing the use of MEK terrorists against Iran (pic 1&2); FP Magazine among many others during the height of the US proxy war in Syria attempted to whitewash/use (archive.ph/1nfJO) Al Qaeda to overthrow the government in Damascus (pic3); The US used terrorist orgs to overthrow the Libyan government in 2011; US has used terrorism so often it should be the first suspect when attacks like in Moscow take place, regardless of the proxy used, including Ukraine;…

Editor (2024-03-23). Mar 23, 2024. sitrepworld.info Kenny Chesney — Don't Blink Just Seeing Through The Propaganda Isn't Enough‚Ää —‚Ää We've Got To Open Our Hearts As Well, by Caitlin Johnstone Wake-up Call, by James Howard Kunstler Who wants to march on Moscow, by Alex Kriel Karl Sanchez: Why the West Cannot Stomach Russians, by the late Andre Vitchek Multipolarity: The Era of the Great Transition, by Alexander Dugin — Arktos Journal Bill to Ban TikTok Is 'Egregious Attack' on U.S. Constitution, Critics Say, by Brenda Baletti Meet the AI-Censored? Naked Capitalism, by Matt Taibbi Objective/Non…

geo.tv (2024-03-23). Russia attack: More than 60 dead after Daesh gunmen storm Moscow concert. geo.tv President Vladimir Putin receives briefing from security chiefs as US, UNSC, European and Arab powers condemn terrorist attack…

Internationalist 360 ∞ (2024-03-23). Moscow Terror Attack: Open War. libya360.wordpress.com Pepe Escobar No more shadow play. It's now in the open. No holds barred. Exhibit 1: Friday, March 22, 2024. It's War. The Kremlin, via Peskov, finally admits it, on the record. The money quote: "Russia cannot allow the existence on its borders of a state that has a documented intention to use any methods to…

Pepe Escobar (2024-03-23). It's War: The Real Meat Grinder Starts Now. thealtworld.com No more shadow play. It's now in the open. No holds barred. | Exhibit 1: Friday, March 22, 2024. It's War. The Kremlin, via Peskov, finally admits it, on the record. | The money quote: | "Russia cannot allow the existence on its borders of a state that has a documented intention to use any methods to take Crimea away from it, not to mention the territory of new regions." | Translation: the Hegemon-constructed Kiev mongrel is doomed, one way or another. The Kremlin signal: "We haven't even started" starts now. | Exhibit 2: Friday afternoon, a few hours after Peskov. Confirmed by a serious European — not Russ…

| Reuters | (2024-03-23). US urged Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, FT reports. tribune.com.pk The United States has urged Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, warning that drone strikes risk provoking retaliation and driving up global oil prices, the Financial Times reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter. | The attacks helped boost oil prices that have risen nearly 4% so far since March 12, when Ukraine first started targeting Russia's energy infrastructure. A further rally in gasoline prices in the United States would weaken President Joe Biden ratings and undermine his re-election chances. | Russia and Ukraine have both used drones to strike critical infrastru…

David Swanson (2024-03-23). WBW Advisory Board Member Matt Hoh Addresses United Nations. worldbeyondwar.org Ret. USMC Captain and Eisenhower Media Network Executive Director Matthew Hoh, a member of World BEYOND War's Advisory Baord, addresses the UN Security Council during its briefing on Ukraine. #WorldBEYONDWar…

MEE, agencies (2024-03-23). Moscow concert hall attack: Islamic State claims responsibility. middleeasteye.net Moscow concert hall attack: Islamic State claims responsibility | Despite claim of responsibility by Afghan branch of the group, Russia hinted it may be probing a Ukrainian link that Kyiv denies | | Russian law enforcement officers stand guard near the burning Crocus City Hall…

palestinechronicle.com (2024-03-23). Amid Israeli Genocide – Gaza's Faith Unbroken (PHOTOS & VIDEO) Faith is a central component in the lives of Palestinians. Gaza, now undergoing an Israeli genocide, is in greater need of its faith than ever before.

inthesetimes.com (2024-03-23). Defunding UNRWA Was Never About HamasThe refugee agency is a reminder that Palestinian refugees exist and have inalienable political rights—a truth the Israeli government finds deeply inconvenient.

sfgate.com (2024-03-23). The UN Security Council is set to vote on a resolution demanding a Ramadan cease-fire The U.N. Security Council is set to vote on a NEW resolution demanding a humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. The resolution, put forward by the 10 elected council members, is backed by Russia and China, who vetoed a U.S.-sponsored resolution Friday. The council is expected to vote on the resolution Monday morning.

truthout.org (2024-03-23). US Has Redefined "Human Shields" to Enable Israel's Slaughter of Gaza Civilians President Biden and members of Congress have cynically reinterpreted "human shields" to flout international law.

palestinechronicle.com (2024-03-23). 'She Never Returned Home' – Palestinians Children Remember Their Mothers, Killed in Israeli Airstrikes In fact, for many children, there will be no mothers to celebrate anymore as well over 9,000 Palestinian women have been killed since the beginning of the war. Moreover, the Palestinian Red Crescent Society said in a statement on X on Thursday that the Israeli war on Gaza has been killing an average of 37 mothers daily since October 7.

Israel-Gaza War Update: Latest Figures and Statistics

Posted by Richard Medhurst.

The Lancet (2024-03-23). Editorial] EU elections: a moment for pan-European health. thelancet.com The past 5 years in Europe have been characterised by crisis. Long-standing Euroscepticism culminated in the UK's exit of the EU in 2020. Europe was unprepared for the COVID-19 pandemic, which pushed even the best health systems to their limits, resulting in the deaths of more than 1 ∑1 million people in the European Union (EU). In 2022, peace in Europe ended abruptly with the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The war has so far killed more than 10‚Äà000 Ukrainian civilians, destroyed cities, and sparked mass migration, as well as precipitated an energy crisis across Europe.

Daria Saburova (2024-03-23). War or peace? A false dilemma in the controversy. internationalviewpoint.org "This is not a Ukraine-Russia conflict over borders and mutual security, but a brutal, absolutely unjustified invasion and occupation of Ukrainian territories by the Russian army." | – | / |

themoscowtimes (2024-03-23). Russia Arrests Concert Hall Gunmen as Death Toll Rises. themoscowtimes.com Russia's Federal Security Service said it had arrested 11 people involved in the attack, including four assailants.

ecns.cn (2024-03-23). Xi extends condolences to Putin over deadly Moscow concert hall terror attack. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday extended condolences to Russian President Vladimir Putin over the serious terrorist attack that caused heavy casualties at a concert hall in Moscow Oblast.

Staff (2024-03-23). Russia: 93 people killed, 145 injured in concert hall terrorist attack, 11 arrested. muslimnews.co.uk By Elena Teslova MOSCOW (AA): At least 11 people, including four involved in Friday's terrorist attack at a concert hall in Moscow region have been arrested, head of Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) Aleksandr Bortnikov has told President Vladimir Putin, according to the Kremlin. Gunmen opened fire at concertgoers late Friday, killing at least 93 …

Federico Fuentes, Mikhail Lobanov (2024-03-23). Russian leftists are planning to disrupt Putin's fake presidential election this weekend. internationalviewpoint.org "That is why I call on left groups, parties and trade unions in different countries to realise this and lend a helping hand to Russian socialists who are now regrouping and preparing for the future struggle." | – | / |

scorinoco (2024-03-23). Terrorist Attack on Concert Venue in Russia Claims 143 Lives. orinocotribune.com A terrorist attack in a concert venue in Moscow, Russia claimed at least 143 lives while more than 100 people were injured. | At least three men in camouflage opened fire at the Crocus City Hall concert venue near Moscow on Friday, March 22. The gunmen also sprayed a flammable liquid causing a fire in the concert hall, which was packed with people attending a rock concert. | Russian authorities have warned that the number of victims may rise. | How the attack started | Several people wearing camouflage clothing and armed with rifles stormed the venue on Friday evening, before the start of a concert. The shooting…

themoscowtimes (2024-03-23). One Dead, Oil Refinery on Fire After Drone Attacks in Russia. themoscowtimes.com The refinery, run by Russian oil giant Rosneft, is one of the largest in the Samara region, with a production capacity of 7 million tons of oil per year.

| Reuters | (2024-03-23). Gunmen kill more than 60 in concert attack near Moscow. tribune.com.pk Camouflage-clad terrorists opened fire with automatic weapons at concertgoers near Moscow on Friday, killing at least 60 people and injuring 145 in an attack claimed by the militant Islamic State. | In the deadliest attack in Russia since the 2004 Beslan school siege, gunmen sprayed civilians with bullets just before rock group "Picnic" was to perform to a full house at the 6,200-seat Crocus City Hall just west of the capital. | The attackers entered the building on Friday, opened fire and threw a grenade or incendiary bomb, according to a journalist for the RIA Novosti news agency at the scene. | Fire quickly…

themoscowtimes (2024-03-23). World Leaders Condemn Russian Concert Hall Attack. themoscowtimes.com The condemnations, offers of condolences and expressions of solidarity from governments around the world.

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2024-03-23). Cuba to host Russian Film Festival in April. plenglish.com Moscow, Mar 23 (Prensa Latina) Cuba will host the Russian Film Festival from April 3 to 7, during which motion pictures by famous directors from that nation will be screened, Culture Minister Olga Lyubimova announced on Friday.

WSWS (2024-03-23). At least 60 dead, 145 wounded, in Moscow terrorist attack. wsws.org Regardless of the immediate culprit of Friday's terrorist attack, it is clear that it took place in a context of an expanding and escalating war against Russia by the imperialist powers.

themoscowtimes (2024-03-23). Timeline of Attacks in Moscow Since 1999. themoscowtimes.com Russia is reeling from a mass shooting and blaze at a Moscow rock concert, which the government has labeled a "terrorist attack."

channelnewsasia (2024-03-23). Singapore condemns Moscow concert hall attack, urges citizens to defer non-essential travel to Russia. channelnewsasia.com More than 60 people were killed when gunmen opened fire at Crocus City Hall in the Moscow region.

ecns.cn (2024-03-23). Mass shooting kills over 100 at Moscow concert, 11 suspects arrested. ecns.cn The Russian authorities have arrested 11 people, including four suspected gunmen, in connection with a shooting rampage that killed at least 115 people in a concert hall near Moscow.

| Reuters | (2024-03-23). World reaction to deadly shooting at Moscow concert hall. tribune.com.pk Camouflage-clad gunmen opened fire with automatic weapons on concertgoers at a hall near Moscow on Friday, killing at least 60 people and injuring 145 more in an attack claimed by Islamic State militants. | Following is some reaction: | United Nations Security Council | "The members of the Security Council condemned in the strongest terms the heinous and cowardly terrorist attack at a concert hall in Krasnogorsk, Moscow Region, the Russian Federation, on 22 March 2024. | "The members of the Security Council underlined the need to hold perpetrators, organizers, financiers and sponsors of these reprehensible act…

albawaba (2024-03-23). Moscow: More than 60 dead, 145 injured in ISIS concert hall attack. albawaba.com In a harrowing incident that unfolded on the outskirts of Moscow, a group of gunmen launched a deadly attack on a concert hall, leading to a catastrophic fire and numerous casualties.Reports indicate that between two and five assailants armed with automatic weapons stormed the venue during a performance by the veteran Russian rock band Picnic, opening fire on the unsuspecting crowd.BREAKING: ISIS claims responsibility for the terror attack in Moscow. | President Vladimir Putin has not yet made a public statement about the attack on Crocus City Hall. | The U.S. seemed to have knowledge that an attack was coming co…

themoscowtimes (2024-03-23). Islamic State Group Claims Russia Gun Attack. themoscowtimes.com IS fighters "attacked a large gathering… on the outskirts of the Russian capital Moscow," the group said in a statement.

ecns.cn (2024-03-23). More countries to participate in 4th China International Consumer Products Expo. ecns.cn Countries including the United Kingdom, Russia, Mongolia, and Malaysia will participate in the 4th China International Consumer Products Expo to be held in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province.

Manlio Dinucci (2024-03-23). Jugoslavia 24 Marzo 1999 La Guerra Fondante della nuova NATO. globalresearch.ca Venticinque anni fa la NATO sotto comando USA demoliva con la guerra cià≤ che restava della Federazione Jugoslava, lo Stato che ostacolava la sua espansione ad Est verso la Russia. Nei successivi vent'anni la NATO si è allargata da 16 …

albawaba (2024-03-23). US and UK notified of Moscow bloodshed: How were they informed. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – At least three masked attackers opened fire at a performance hall within the Crocus Municipal Building in Moscow, the Russian capital, in a concerning occurrence. There have been numerous reported casualties as a consequence of the strike.Rekindled interest has been aroused by the resurgence of warnings sent just two weeks ago to nationals of the United States and the United Kingdom cautioning them to avoid crowded areas in Moscow.A terrifying incident occurred in Moscow, the capital of Russia, when an armed attack took place at a performance hall. Sources claim that at least three people attacked the…

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-03-23). Hezbollah Firmly Denounces Terrorist Attack in Moscow. english.almanar.com.lb Hezbollah firmly condemned the bloody, terrorist attack carried out at the Crocus City Hall complex near Moscow, which left dozens of victims and injuries. In a statement issued on Saturday, Hezbollah voiced sympathy with the families of the victims, offering condolences to the Russian leadership and friendly people. Hezbollah also expressed full humanitarian solidarity with …

newarab (2024-03-23). Russia, China veto UN bid on Gaza 'ceasefire'. newarab.com Russia and China on Friday vetoed a

newarab (2024-03-23). 93 killed in Moscow rock concert massacre claimed by IS. newarab.com The Attackers dressed in camouflage uniforms entered the building, opened fire and threw a grenade or incendiary bomb, according to a journalist for the RIA Novosti news agency at the scene. | Russia's Investigative Committee which…

newarab (2024-03-23). Russia arrests concert hall gunmen, death toll rises to 115. newarab.com Russian President Vladimir Putin was yet to comment publicly on the attack and Moscow has not addressed the

presstv.ir (2024-03-23). Russia, China veto US-drafted UN resolution for Gaza ceasefire. presstv.ir The draft did not directly demand a ceasefire, according to diplomats who voted against it.

presstv.ir (2024-03-23). Russia 'won't stop at Ukraine,' Biden says in meeting with Polish leaders. presstv.ir Biden warns Russia will not stop at invading Ukraine.

presstv.ir (2024-03-23). EU's shift towards 'war economy' amid Russia tensions. presstv.ir European Council President Charles Michel has warned that the European Union needs to ramp up its military production and shift to a war economy in response to an alleged threat posed by Russia.

presstv.ir (2024-03-23). 60 Russians killed in Moscow terrorist attack; Iran condemns. presstv.ir A terrorist attack at a concert hall in a Moscow suburb has left dozens of Russians dead and injured.

Larry Johnson (2024-03-23). Terrorist Attack in Moscow — Who Did it? sonar21.com On the "Usual Suspects" list we have Ukraine and we have ISIS. A good case can be made for both. I am posting three videos — some of it is repetitive — that discusses the attack and the very odd behavior of the Biden Administration. Let's go through the chronology of events. | On March 7 US Embassy Moscow issued The Embassy is monitoring reports that extremists have imminent plans to target large gatherings in Moscow, to include concerts, and U.S. citizens should be advised…

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