(2021-08-03). Is Russia Recalibrating Its De Facto Alliance with Israel in Syria? globalresearch.ca
(2021-08-03). Military Situation In Syria On August 3, 2021 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | — On August 3, Russia reported that Idlib militants violated the ceasefire regime in Greater Idlib 37 times: 19 — in Idlib province, 11 — in Latakia province, 4 — in Hama province, 3 — in Aleppo province | — On August 2, the rebels central committee in Daraa rejected the demands of the SAA to hand over weapons and enter military checkpoints to Daraa al-Balad | — On August 3, clashes between former rebels and the SAA were reported in…
(2021-08-03). With Friends Like These: Belarusian Activist Found Hanged In Kiev Park. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | A Belarusian activist was reportedly found dead in a park in Kiev, Ukraine. | Vitaly Shishov led Kiev-based non-profit organization Belarusian House (BDU) that helps Belarusians fleeing persecution. | He was reported missing on August 2nd prior to his body being discovered."Belarusian citizen Vitaly Shishov, who disappeared yesterday in Kiev, was found hanged today in one of Kiev's parks, not far from his place of residence," police said. | Police have launched a criminal case for suspecte…
(2021-08-03). 20,595 Dead 1.9 Million Injured (50% Serious) Reported in European Union's Database of Adverse Drug Reactions for COVID-19 Shots. globalresearch.ca
(2021-08-03). Pfizer and Moderna Hike EU Vaccine Prices as Rich Countries Oppose Patent Waiver. truthout.org 
With some of the world's wealthiest countries continuing to oppose temporary patent waivers for Covid-19 vaccines in order to more rapidly deploy life-saving shots worldwide, pharmaceutical giants Pfizer and Moderna have raised the price for European Union orders. | In its new supply contract with the E.U., Pfizer named a price of more than $23 per dose, up nearly 25% from about $18 on earlier purchases. Moderna said in its latest agreement that its mRNA vaccine will cost one-tenth more t…
(2021-08-03). Study shows masks offer protection as COVID-19 infections tick up. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended this week that people vaccinated against COVID-19 resume wearing masks in public indoor spaces in areas of the United States where the virus is spreading. "Appropriate masking in addition to vaccination remain the best methods to help protect individuals from the Coronavirus," says Gregory Poland, M.D., an infectious disease expert at Mayo Clinic. In fact, published data from Mayo Clinic researchers have found that…
(2021-08-03). Refugees Continue to Face "Extreme Danger" in Mediterranean Sea as Aid Groups Scramble to Respond. democracynow.org 
The number of refugees trying to reach European soil continues to grow due to worsening poverty, violence and the climate crisis, and over 1,100 refugees have perished crossing the Mediterranean so far this year, according to the United Nations. We speak with Laurence Bondard of SOS Méditerranée, a humanitarian group that rescues migrants at sea, who says there is a severe shortage of search-and-rescue resources in the area to address the crisis. "The people that are actually fleeing via the sea that are on tremendously unseaworthy dinghies — most of the time without life jackets, without enough food or wat…
(2021-08-03). Switzerland: 730 Years of an Independent Sovereign Nation — Really? globalresearch.ca
(2021-08-03). Russian Ambassador Claims U.S. Expelling 24 Diplomats, State Department Denies. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | On August 2nd, the Russian ambassador in Washington, Anatoly Antonov, condemned what he called "expulsions" of Moscow's diplomats, saying the United States had become "persistent and creative in this business" by uniquely limiting Russians to three-year visas."We received a list of 24 diplomats who are expected to leave the country before September 3, 2021. Almost all of them will leave without replacements because Washington has abruptly tightened visa-issuing procedures," he told US mon…
(2021-08-03). The 'Stigma' Of Being Russian At The OIympics Is Reminiscent Of 20th Century Anti-Semitism. southfront.org 
We are entering dangerous territory when journalists, sportsmen and politicians are united in their abhorrence of Russia… | Written by Johanna Ross, journalist based in Edinburgh, Scotland. | They say that sport and politics shouldn't mix. Perhaps this is the ideal, for in practice the two seem inherently linked. A perfect example of this is Russia's participation in the Olympics games this year, which has been deliberately tarnished from…
(2021-08-03). Rio Tinto in Serbia: The Jadar Lithium Project. southfront.org 
Illustrative Image | Written by Dr. Binoy Kampmark. | The company has been looking forward to this for some time. For an outfit found wanting in dealing with inhabitants of a land whose culture it eviscerated in a matter of hours in May last year, Rio Tinto could think grandly about another future. The Anglo-Australian mining giant could add its name to a sounder, more environmentally sensitive programme, join the responsible future gazers and stroke the ecological conscien…
(2021-08-03). Military Situation In Donetsk People's Republic On August 3, 2021 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | 1. UAF in Pivdenne shelled the Gagarin mine in Gorlovka with grenade launchers | 2. UAF in Opytne shelled Veseloe with 82-mm artillery | 3. UAF in Gnutove struck Kominternovo with grenade launchers and a UAV | 4. DPR forces in Veseloe targeted UAF positions in Opytne with 82-mm artillery | 5. DPR in Gorlovka shelled UAF positions in Pivdenne with grenade launchers | 6. DPR in Gorlovka shelled UAF positions in Svetlodarsk with ATGM | A suspected UAF drone strike…
(2021-08-03). Russia Developing New X-95 Air-Launched Long-Range Hypersonic Missile. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Russia is working hard and developing the latest air-launched X-95 long-range hypersonic missile, Colonel-General Vladimir Zarudnitsky, head of the military academy of the General Staff, said in an article for the Military Thought magazine. | Zarudnitsky said that he considered dominance in the aerospace sphere to be the most important condition for the successful conduct of hostilities, and it can be ensured through the effect…
(2021-08-03). 2021 California Admission Day, Equity and Inclusion Conversation. indybay.org The origin of the State of California and transition to US Statehood through the eyes of Indigenous, Pan African, Latino, European, Asian and Pacific Islanders poised this 2021 Admission Day…
(2021-08-03). Immigrant Detention in Louisiana Is Just Next Chapter of State's Prison Culture. latinorebels.com Louisiana has a long history of being the world's prison capital. This one U.S. southern state once surpassed entire countries with the number of prisons they host. Yes, Louisiana has more prisons than countries like Iran, China, and Germany, to just name a few. For example, one of Louisiana's notorious prisons —Angola State Prison— was …
(2021-08-03). A Fresh Reminder of Russiagate's Failed Integrity. globalresearch.ca
(2021-08-03). European Union Sanctions Nicaraguan Vice President Rosario Murillo. orinocotribune.com On Monday, August 2, the Council of the European Union (EU) announced the imposition of sanctions on the Vice President and First Lady of Nicaragua, Rosario Murillo, and seven other individuals for alleged involvement in human rights violations. | "The Council has imposed restrictive measures on eight individuals, including Vice President Rosario Murillo, for being responsible for serious human rights violations or actions undermining democracy and the rule of law in Nicaragua," read the official statement of the EU Council. | According to the European Union, the restrictive measures are designed so as not to har…
(2021-08-03). Student representatives at Humboldt University in Germany support disciplinary complaint against president, demand action against Professor Baberowski. wsws.org Students do not accept that right-wing extremist professors, with the active support of the university administration, can once again falsify history and promote fascistic politics at German universities.
(2021-08-03). On Roma Holocaust Memorial Day deportations of Roma from Germany continue. wsws.org The same politicians who claim to oppose anti-Roma prejudice have deported nearly 2,800 people to the Western Balkan states in the last year.
(2021-08-03). We Are Many: the Oppressors are not. dissidentvoice.org I remember chatting with a man from Iraq in 2016. He was driving a taxi in Germany. I wrote about him in one of my essays: "Last month, I was chatting with an Iraqi taxi driver in Berlin. My 12 year old son and I took a cab from the Museum for Contemporary Art to our …
(2021-08-03). Greece warns United Nations it could be next victim of Turkish military aggression. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The link provides the full text of the letter. Response from Athens to Turkish expansionismLetter sent to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres refutes Ankara's claims regarding the Aegean islands and its calls for their demilitarization The letter also raises Ankara's declaration of threat of war (casus belli) in 1995 in case Greece "extends its territorial sea …
(2021-08-03). NATO deploys Polish F-16s to Iceland, Turkish F-16s to Poland. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com From the Polish Press Agency (PAP) via Radio Poland. Global expeditionary NATO: anything but territorial defense. ==== Turkish F-16s deployed to Poland for NATO operations near Russian border NATO provides Turkey training for shooting down more Russian aircraft ==== Poland joins NATO's air-policing mission in Iceland Pawe≈Ç Soloch, head of the presidential National Security Bureau …
(2021-08-03). Climate Emergency hits Mideast as Massive Wildfires In Turkey destroy livelihoods. juancole.com By Doga Celik and Arzu Geybullayeva | — ( GlobalVoices.org) — Since July 28, a total of 125 forest fires have raged through 21 provinces of Turkey with 8 still raging as of August 2. The first fire was reported on July 28. So far, the death toll has reached 8 people, including two firefighters. …
(2021-08-03). Ukraine: U.S., NATO to hold 15-nation military exercise next month. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Rapid Trident — 2021 to start in Ukraine in September15 NATO countries will participate in them According to Head of the planning group of the Rapid Trident — 2021, Colonel Vitaliy Nehodenko, the first drills of the multinational battalion will take place with battle shooting. Besides, joined jumps of Ukrainian and American paratroopers from the …
(2021-08-03). U.S., allies should define Ukraine's role in the world with NATO, EU membership: FM. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Kuleba urges to define clear roadmap for Ukraine's accession to NATO, EU "What should the United States and its allies change in their policies to bring them into line with the new realities? In the case of Ukraine, we are talking, first of all, about the institutionalization of the place of our state in the …
(2021-08-03). Omar Unveils Guaranteed Income Bill to Send American Adults $1,200 a Month. zcomm.org Countries like Finland and South Korea have had similar results from guaranteed income programs, which freed up participants to pursue goals like starting a business or attending school…
(2021-08-03). Germany confirms Meteor missile ready for Eurofighters. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com German air force declares Meteor missile ready for Eurofighter fleet The German air force recently completed flight tests for its newest air-to-air missile, the Meteor, and have deemed the weapon ready for use aboard the nation's Eurofighter Typhoon fleet. **** It was developed under a joint program with NATO member nations Germany, France, Spain, Italy …
(2021-08-03). NATO condemns Iran for incident off Oman coast. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Statement by the acting NATO Spokesperson on the Mercer Street vessel attack We join Allies in strongly condemning the recent fatal attack on the MV Mercer Street off the coast of Oman, and express our condolences to Romania and the United Kingdom for the losses they have suffered. **** The United Kingdom, the United States, …
(2021-08-02). Headlines for August 2, 2021. democracynow.org Millions Could Face Eviction as Congress Fails to Extend Moratorium, "Things Are Going to Get Worse": Fauci Warns Nation as COVID Cases Surge, China, Thailand, Malaysia, Japan Battle Delta Variant, Eight Die in Southwestern Turkey as 100 Wildfires Burn, Thousands of Rohingya Refugees Displaced By Mass Flooding in Bangladesh, U.S.: 91 Large Wildfires Burn in Western States, Trump to DOJ: "Just Say the Election was Corrupt + Leave the Rest to Me", Rep. McCarthy: "It Will Be Hard Not to Hit" Pelosi With Gavel, Taliban Launches Attacks on Three Afghan Provincial Capitals, Iran Denies Responsibility For Attack on Isra…
(2021-08-02). Cuba Wins Two Gold Medals in Greco-Roman Wrestling. telesurenglish.net In a feat not previously achieved by any athlete, Cuba's Mijain Lopez captured his fourth Olympic gold medal in Greco-Roman wrestling after defeating Georgia's Iakobi Kajaia in the 130 kg final on Monday. | RELATED: | Prior to the Tokyo Olympics, Lopez had won three Olympic gold medals, a feat that Alexander Karelin had also achieved. Born in 1982 in Pinar del Rio, Lopez has had a very successful sports career. I…
(2021-08-02). Military Situation In Syria On August 2, 2021 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | On August 2, Russia reported that Idlib militants violated the ceasefire regime in Greater Idlib 37 times: 19 — in Idlib province, 11 — in Latakia province, 4 — in Hama province, 3 — in Aleppo province | On August 2, SAA artillery shelled positions of Turkish-backed forces in al-Ankawi and Qalidin | On August 2, SAA artillery shelled positions of Turkish-backed forces in al-Fatira and Barah | On August 2, artillery of Turkish-backed forces shelled…
(2021-08-02). Political Olympic Games: Belarusian Sprinter Refuses To Board Flight To Minsk, Seeks Japanese Police Protection. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | The Tokyo Olympics, after making history by being delayed, still taking place amid COVID-19 chaos and rising numbers of infected in Japan, will also come down in history as the most politicized Olympic Games ever. | On August 1st, a Belarusian sprinter, Krystsina Tsimanouskaya, sought the protection of Japanese police at Haneda Airport after she refused to board a flight to Minsk, the International Olympic Committee and Japanese authorities confirmed."They are trying to get me out of the…
(2021-08-02). "We Will Live in a Completely Different World": A Conversation With Svetlana Alexievich. thenation.com "We Will Live in a Completely Different World": A Conversation With Svetlana Alexievich…
(2021-08-02). Cooperating to trace COVID-19 origins shared responsibilities for countries: Chinese ambassador. ecns.cn "Cooperating on tracing the origins of the virus is everyone's responsibility," and such research should be conducted worldwide, China's Ambassador to Italy Li Junhua has written.
(2021-08-02). Pfizer and Moderna Hike Vaccine Prices. scheerpost.com By Julia Conley / Common Dreams With some of the world's wealthiest countries continuing to oppose temporary patent waivers for Covid-19 vaccines in order to more rapidly deploy life-saving shots worldwide, pharmaceutical giants Pfizer and Moderna have raised the price for European Union orders. In its new supply contract with the E.U., Pfizer named a price of more than $23 per dose, up nearly 25% |
(2021-08-02). Oil spilled as section of overturned shipwreck separated. peoplesworld.org 
BRUNSWICK, Ga. (AP) — Pollution response teams on Saturday worked to contain oil that was discharged after demolition crews finished cutting away the sixth of eight sections of a giant cargo ship that tipped over off the Georgia coast nearly two years ago. The oil could affect the water and beaches around St. Simons and …
(2021-08-02). Germany's federal court declares Facebook's hate speech curbs to be in breach of citizens' constitutional rights. ukhumanrightsblog.com 
The Federal Court of Justice in Germany (the Bundesgerichtshof, or BGH) has ruled against the social network provider that deleted posts and suspended accounts amid allegations of "hate speech". The ruling was handed down on the 29th of July (Bundesgerichtshof, Urteile vom 29. Juli 2021 — III ZR 179/20 und III ZR 192/20) and at …
(2021-08-02). Bill Maher Rips Woke Mentality Now Driving Olympic Games: "Belongs In Stalin's Russia" southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Originally published on "Young people have to stop flattering themselves that they're Nostradamus and would have foreseen had they been around back then everything that is unacceptable now," Bill Maher said in his latest commentary on what he's dubbed the "Bummer Games" after the Olympics have gone woke. | He highlighted multiple firings of top Ol…
(2021-08-02). Resisting Nuclear Weapons in a Climate Crisis. dissidentvoice.org 
Court in Cochem On July 21, I was walking in the forests surrounding the German Air Force Base at Bàºchel in the Eifel Mountains with three Catholic Worker friends, Susan van der Hijden of Amsterdam, Netherlands, Susan Crane of Redwood City, California, and Christiane Danowski of Dortmund, Germany. We were there at the end of …
(2021-08-02). Russia conducts military drills in Central Asia and China as US completes troop withdrawal from Afghanistan. wsws.org As talks between the Taliban and the Afghan government have stalled and amid preparations for military drills, both Moscow and Beijing welcomed Taliban delegations in July.
(2021-08-02). Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visits the US as a lackey of the banks. wsws.org Sánchez's three-day tour to the US to talk with hedge fund managers again exposes the Socialist Party (PSOE)-Podemos government as a tool of the Spanish finance capital.
(2021-08-02). Russia and China: Geopolitical Rivals and Competitors in Africa. globalresearch.ca
(2021-08-02). Russia rules out any alternative for JCPOA. en.mehrnews.com A Russian diplomat says there is no alternative to restoring the Iranian nuclear deal in its original form and that speculations about writing a new deal from scratch is a 'fantasy'.
(2021-08-02). Near-Record Temps and Deadly Fires Engulf Southern Europe. commondreams.org "Two weeks for Dems to pass redistricting reform before the GOP gerrymanders them out of power for a decade in Congress and at the state level."
(2021-08-02). NATO warplanes intercept Russian aircraft flying from, to their own territory. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATO Fighters Intercept Russian Aircraft Over the Baltic Sea ==== NATO deployed warplanes to intercept aircraft flying from one part of Russia to another NATO deploys F-35 combat aircraft to Baltic Sea for first time ==== Excerpts from a NATO site: NATO scrambled Spanish Eurofighters and Italian F-35s on Thursday 29 July 2021 to intercept …
(2021-08-02). German warship to join NATO allies in the South China Sea. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The German frigate will arrive in the South China Sea shortly after a visit by Britain's Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier and its strike group, which includes an American guided-missile destroyer and a Dutch frigate — both recently in the Black Sea for anti-Russian war games there. Let's see if we can connect the dots. German …
(2021-08-02). Inquiry commission in Malta says state should shoulder responsibility for journalist's murder. peoplesdispatch.org Prominent Maltese investigative journalist and anti-corruption crusader Daphne Caruana Galizia was killed in a car bomb explosion on October 16, 2017, in Bidnija, Malta…
(2021-08-02). High—end of warfare: U.S. ship leaves Croatia to begin global war game. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com USS Mount Whitney Departs Croatia for Large Scale Exercise 2021 The U.S. Sixth Fleet flag ship, USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) and U.S. Sixth Fleet staff departed Split, Croatia, after a port visit July 30 — August 2, 2021, a day before the start of Large Scale Exercise (LSE) 2021. **** "Over the past ten …
(2021-08-02). Belgian Workers Party demands inquiry into poor flood management in Wallonia. peoplesdispatch.org Like in several other European countries, heavy rains and flash floods wrought havoc in the southern and central parts of Belgium in July, especially in the Walloon region, resulting in heavy loss of lives and property…