(2024-05-16). Work Longer, Die Sooner! The Dire Need To Expand Social Security And Medicare. popularresistance.org Shameful fact: the plight of U.S. retirees is a global exception. In their pursuit of lower taxes, America's wealthiest individuals support policies that make it extremely difficult for seniors to manage the increasing costs of healthcare, housing, and basic necessities. Not so in other rich countries like Germany, France, and Canada, where robust public pensions and healthcare systems offer retirees stability and dignity. After a lifetime of hard work, older citizens in the U.S. find their reward is merely scraping by, as savings diminish under the weight of soaring medical costs in the most expensive healthcare…
(2024-05-16). From the genocide in Palestine and Ukraine to the fascist threat: Working toward a revolutionary, Marxist-Humanist response. links.org.au 
Today's global capitalism is sinking into unimaginable levels of barbarism. Nowhere is this barbarism more glaring than in Israel's genocide in Gaza…
(2024-05-16). Is Ukraine starting to back terrorism around the world. infobrics.org Without any chances of victory on the battlefield, the Kiev regime currently seems to be interested in internationalizing its terrorist practices against Russian and pro-Russian targets.
(2024-05-16). North-South International Corridor Bids Priority to Iran-Russia Cowork. infobrics.org The international North-South corridor and transit are two of the priority areas of cooperation between Iran and Russia, the spokesperson for Iran's Foreign Ministry, Nasser Kanani said during the press conference…
(2024-05-16). Pashinyan's fantasies about EU/NATO membership won't end well for Armenia. infobrics.org Even the most naively optimistic spectator would laugh at the idea of Armenia joining the EU in 2030, let alone 2024. To put that into perspective, the neighboring Georgia has been trying to join the troubled bloc for over 20 years. In that time, its suicidal pro-Western government managed to lose around 20% of its territory and turn Russia into an enemy, destroying their centuries-old historical alliance. It seems Pashinyan is pushing Yerevan in the exact same direction.
(2024-05-16). "Trump's first casualty will be Ukraine": Foreign Affairs magazine sends ominous warning to Kiev. infobrics.org Biden still trails the former president in the polls.
(2024-05-16). An Evolving BRICS and the Shifting World Order. infobrics.org As attention focuses on wars in Eastern Europe and the Middle East and mounting tensions between the world's great powers, a structural shift in the global order has been quietly underway. Large developing nations are exerting greater influence in world economic affairs and are beginning to build alternatives to Western-led institutions…
(2024-05-16). European Trio to Be Held Accountable for Helping Israel during Iran's True Promise Operation: Commander. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Force said the three European countries that deployed their warplanes to defend the Israeli regime against a retaliatory operation staged by Iran will be held accountable.
(2024-05-16). 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.
(2024-05-16). Slovak PM Fico no longer in critical condition after being shot five times. geo.tv 
Slovakia PM survived an assassination attempt and was left in critical condition after being shot five times…
(2024-05-16). Slovak PM Fico no longer in critical condition after being shot five times. geo.tv 
Slovakia PM survived an assassination attempt and was left in critical condition after being shot five times…
(2024-05-16). Ukraine Desperate to Receive More Western Aid. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-16). Ukraine Using Outdated Vietnam-era Air War Strategy Against Russians. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-16). Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico Shot in Assassination Attempt Today After Rejecting WHO Pandemic Treaty. globalresearch.ca
(2024-05-16). Selected Articles: BREAKING: Slovak Prime Minister Shot and Gravely Injured, Firmly Opposed to "Pandemic Treaty" globalresearch.ca 
By Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot today — 15 May 2024 — and gravel insured, as he was greeting …
(2024-05-16). Ukraine: As fighting intensifies around Kharkiv, ICRC increases support for displaced people. icrc.org While many of the 8,000 people reported to have left have found refuge with host families and relatives, civilians from the border areas continue to arrive at collective shelters in Kharkiv city.The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has provided food and hygiene items to support the ongoing efforts of the Ukrainian Red Cross Society (URCS) to assist those who have fled their homes. In addition, the ICRC is supporting several health facilities in the Kharkiv region with medical items to treat the wounded due to the spike in hostilities.The current influx of displaced people in Kharkiv is one of the l…
(2024-05-16). Ukraine: As fighting intensifies around Kharkiv, ICRC increases support for displaced people. icrc.org News release | While many of the 8,000 people reported to have left have found refuge with host families and relatives, civilians from the border areas continue to arrive at collective shelters in Kharkiv city.The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has…
(2024-05-16). President of Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Sergey Katyrin: harmonious integration of "newcomer countries" into agenda of BRICS Business Council is main challenge of current year. tvbrics.com 
The Council has formed a tight schedule of events in connection with Russia's chairmanship in the group…
(2024-05-16). Russia and China sign statement on deepening relations. tvbrics.com The parties concluded more than 10 agreements at the level of ministries and leading organisations…
(2024-05-16). 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.
(2024-05-16). Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky cancels foreign trips amid Russian gains around Kharkiv. scmp.com The leader was due to visit Spain and Portugal, but the visits are on hold as Kyiv faces what analysts describe as one of its most perilous moments in the war.
(2024-05-16). Justice for Ukrainian workers! Appeal to political representatives of the people of Europe and the world. links.org.au 
On the eve of the European Parliament elections, trade union activists in Kryvyi Rih appeal to candidates and remind politicians that it is wage earners who bear the brunt of the war against the aggressor.
(2024-05-16). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 812. aljazeera.com As the war enters its 812th day, these are the main developments.
(2024-05-16). Zelenskyy in Kharkiv as Ukraine claims to partially halt Russia's offensive. aljazeera.com Ukrainian leader meets military top brass, wounded soldiers and says situation is 'very difficult' but 'under control'.
(2024-05-16). In Ukraine, Wounded Soldiers' Families Suffer Just As Much. fairobserver.com Pavel Shevchenko (not his real name) lost his leg and his eyesight fighting for Ukraine's freedom. Remarkably, he shows no self-pity. "I'm not the only one this kind of thing has happened to," he told me. "Stuff happens, and I don't see this as unfair." He's at least mostly at peace with the idea that…
(2024-05-16). 'Old friend' Putin and China's Xi strengthen strategic ties at summit. aljazeera.com Leaders present relationship as stabilising force as Putin expresses gratitude to crucial ally in Ukraine war.
(2024-05-16). Ukraine, Rockin' in the Free World? Mixed reviews after Blinken's Kyiv bar performance. scmp.com Was it guitar-hero time? Or a tone-deaf attempt at wartime solidarity? US Secretary of State Antony Blinken garnered some mixed reviews in the Ukrainian capital after busting out his '80s-rock chops at a Kyiv bar.
(2024-05-16). The Gagauzia case: How Moldova tries to suppress local authorities. uwidata.com 
Currently, the power in the Moldovan Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia is in a state of crisis: the regime of Maia Sandu is making every effort to challenge the legitimacy and constitutionality of the government of Evghenia Gu»õul, who was elected Governor of Gagauzia by the people of the region a year ago. Gu»õul had …
(2024-05-16). What is behind the protests in Armenia? uwidata.com In Yerevan, protests have not subsided for several days demanding the resignation of Prime Minister of Armenia, Nikol Pashinyan. Protests in the Armenian capital began on May 9. Since then, every day the police detains dozens of people dissatisfied with the policies of the Pashinyan regime. A new protest leader has emerged in Armenia, leading …
(2024-05-16). The Gagauzia case: How Moldova tries to suppress local authorities. unitedworldint.com Currently, the power in the Moldovan Autonomous Territorial Unit of Gagauzia is in a state of crisis: the regime of Maia Sandu is making every effort to challenge the legitimacy and constitutionality of the government of Evghenia Gu»õul, who was elected Governor of Gagauzia by the people of the region a year ago. Gu»õul had …
(2024-05-16). I.S.S.: War in space without—for a change—anti-Russian xenophobia. wsws.org Directed by American Gabriela Cowperthwaite (Blackfish, 2013) and scripted by Nick Shafir, I.S.S. defies tropes so plentiful in Cold War (and contemporary) fiction and film.
(2024-05-16). What is behind the protests in Armenia? unitedworldint.com In Yerevan, protests have not subsided for several days demanding the resignation of Prime Minister of Armenia, Nikol Pashinyan. Protests in the Armenian capital began on May 9. Since then, every day the police detains dozens of people dissatisfied with the policies of the Pashinyan regime. A new protest leader has emerged in Armenia, leading …
(2024-05-16). Azerbaijan: Arbitrary detention of Anar Mammadli. fidh.org In a context of increasing crackdown on civil society in Azerbaijan, more than 30 organisations including OMCT and FIDH in the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders call for the immediate release of Anar Mammadli and urge the authorities of Azerbaijan to end reprisals against human rights defenders in the country.
We, the undersigned human rights organisations, condemn in strongest possible terms the Azerbaijani authorities' detention of Anar Mammadli, (…) | – |
(2024-05-15). Premier: Foreign firms welcome. ecns.cn China welcomes foreign enterprises, including those from the United Kingdom, to continue investing in the country, Premier Li Qiang said on Wednesday, reiterating Beijing's commitment to further opening-up.
(2024-05-16). Netherlands veers sharply to right with new government as Geert Wilders strikes coalition deal. scmp.com The far-right Dutch populist Geert Wilders says he has agreed on a coalition government with three other right-of-centre parties nearly six months after the Netherlands held parliamentary elections.
(2024-05-16). Georgia: International solidarity with Georgian civil society. fidh.org More than forty-five human rights organisations from around the world, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, signed a letter in solidarity with Georgian civil society, condemning the efforts of the Georgian government to introduce the law on the transparency of foreign influence.
As human rights defenders across the globe, we are deeply troubled by efforts of the Georgian government to stifle civil society voices (…) | – |
(2024-05-16). Greece: Acquittal of migrants' rights defender Panayote Dimitras. fidh.org
(2024-05-16). Made-in-Russia Goods Mall to open in Harbin. ecns.cn The Made-in-Russia Goods Mall opening on Thursday in Harbin, capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, has attracted over 80 Russian manufacturing enterprises.
(2024-05-16). Xi holds talks with Putin. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who is on a state visit to China, in Beijing on Thursday.
(2024-05-16). Joe Biden and Donald Trump agree to US presidential debates in June and September: 'make my day'. scmp.com Republican Trump replied he was ready to 'rumble', after being challenged by the Democratic incumbent.
(2024-05-16). A Manifesto for upholding human rights in the European Union. fidh.org At a time when democracy, the rule of law, and freedoms are under threat in the Union, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and its member organisations are launching a Manifesto for human rights aimed at the candidates for the upcoming European elections in June. The goal? To urge them to commit to 10 priorities to uphold human rights during their next mandate.
| The Manifesto is available in several languages and is currently being translated into numerous European (…) | – |
(2024-05-16). Sahra Wagenknecht: Condition of Germany. newleftreview.org Interview with a prominent leader of the German left on the state of her country, currently the epicentre of converging crises—geopolitical, economic, environmental. With politics swerving right under an SPD-led government, flux and refoundation on the left.
(2024-05-15). Ties at highest level, Putin says ahead of China visit. ecns.cn Putin highlighted the sound development of Russia-China relations in a written interview with Xinhua News Agency, saying, "Russia-China relations have reached the highest level ever, and despite the difficult global situation, continue to get stronger."
(2024-05-16). Portrait of UK's King Charles elicits interesting reactions: 'like he's bathing in blood'. scmp.com If the British royal family was looking for a public relations win after Princess Catherine's Photoshop fails, the unveiling of King Charles' newest royal portrait was not it.
(2024-05-16). Xi, Putin attend signing ceremony of cooperation documents. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin attended the signing ceremony of cooperation documents in Beijing on Thursday.
(2024-05-16). Perry Anderson: Pathbreakers High and Low. newleftreview.org A decade ago, Christopher Clark upended conventional accounts of the origins of the First World War; he has now rewritten the history of the European revolutions of 1848—1849, and proposed a new way of considering their outcomes. Analytically, what differentiates and what connects these two outstanding achievements?
(2024-05-16). France imposes state of emergency after four deaths in New Caledonia riots. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: After a second night of violence over changes to voting rights in the overseas territory that resulted in at least four deaths, France proclaimed a state of emergency in New Caledonia for at least 12 days.Over 300 people have been hurt and over 130 people have been arrested, according to the French High Commission. | Following a cabinet meeting on Wednesday afternoon in Paris, Prisca Thevenot, a government spokesman, announced the decision, stating that it would try to ease tensions following the "scenes of chaos," according to the Guardian. | Under the emergency measures, authorities will have mo…
(2024-05-16). Georgia: Parliament must drop the legislation on "transparency of foreign influence" fidh.org Georgian authorities' attempt to reintroduce the draft Law on Transparency of Foreign Influence is an attack against civil society and independent media. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (OMCT-FIDH) and the Human Rights Center call on the Parliament of Georgia to reject the adoption of this legislation, which is not compatible with the respect of the rights to freedom of association and expression.
Paris-Geneva-Tbilisi, May 7, 2024 — On May 1, 2024, the (…) | – |
(2024-05-16). Xi holds welcome ceremony for Putin. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping held a welcome ceremony for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who is on a state visit to China, on Thursday morning at the square outside the east gate of the Great Hall of the People.
(2024-05-16). Vladimir Putin's state visit to China as reported by WION Indian global television. gilbertdoctorow.com It was a pleasure earlier today to discuss with WION moderator Shivan Chanana what results we may expect from the ongoing visit to China of Russian President Vladimir Putin. As you will see from this exchange and from the messages presented on the running band of text at the bottom of the screen, India's global …
(2024-05-16). Pierre Vesperini: What to Do With the Past? newleftreview.org Above the fray of mediatized controversy, a classicist situates the heritage of the 'West' in the long view. A culture forged by the interplay of ecclesiastical, capitalist and emancipatory forces; the catastrophes of European world conquest and their weight on the present. Does Benjamin offer a way through the impasse?
(2024-05-16). Xi, Putin sign, issue joint statement on deepening China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday signed and issued a joint statement on deepening China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era.
(2024-05-16). Pacific countries call for calm as New Caledonia riots continue. devdiscourse.com New Caledonia's Pacific neighbours called for de-escalation and a return to dialogue between France and the island territory's political parties, after a third night of violent riots that have killed four people and led to hundreds of arrests. France declared a state of emergency in New Caledonia that came into force at 5 a.m. local time (1800 GMT Wednesday), giving authorities additional powers to ban gatherings and forbid people from moving around the island.
(2024-05-16). Exiled Russian journalist scores interview with Moldovan president. globalvoices.org 
(2024-05-16). Xi, Putin jointly meet press. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin jointly met the press in Beijing on Thursday.
(2024-05-16). Slovakia PM Robert Fico no longer in life-threatening condition after assassination attempt, minister says. scmp.com Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico 'will survive' the assassination attempt that put him in surgery with life-threatening injuries, a minister says.
(2024-05-16). Slovakia's PM Robert Fico shot, stable after surgery: What we know so far. aljazeera.com The Slovak prime minister was shot multiple times on Wednesday in an assassination attempt.
(2024-05-16). France declares state of emergency, bans TikTok in New Caledonia amid deadly riots. scmp.com Three indigenous Kanak and a police official have been killed in the violence that broke out after an electoral reform bill was adopted by lawmakers in Paris.
(2024-05-16). Slovakia PM Robert Fico in 'very serious' condition after being shot. aljazeera.com Interior minister says suspect charged with attempted murder is 'lone wolf' who had joined anti-government protests.
(2024-05-16). Turkey's Average Household Size Shrinks, Age of First-Time Mothers Rises. themedialine.org 
(2024-05-16). EAC Countries Trained on Chemical Weapons and Risk Response. plusnews.ug 
East African Community countries are building their capacity and preparedness to respond to chemical attacks and disasters. With support from the United Kingdom, the Organisation for Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) is now training core personnel in the bloc to first build awareness and understanding of the problem within the region, following which member states …
(2024-05-16). How Europe is arming murderous Middle East regimes. fidh.org
(2024-05-16). Why Russia Europe Relations Worsened – Role of USA, NATO. ummid.com As NATO had been founded on the idea of promising defense – mainly of western European countries under the leadership of the USA against a powerful enemy, the concept of an enemy had to be maintained if the justification of a military alliance led by the USA was to retain some relevance.
(2024-05-16). European Elections 2024: FIDH calls on European election candidates to commit to human rights. fidh.org
(2024-05-16). Warsaw shopping centre fire inflicts tragedy on Poland's Vietnamese community. scmp.com A fire destroyed the Marywilska 44 shopping centre, home to some 1,400 shops or services in an industrial area on Warsaw's northern edge. Hundreds of the businesses there were run by people from Vietnam.
(2024-05-16). The Heat: AUKUS in Asia. america.cgtn.com 
China says efforts to expand the AUKUS security pact will destabilize Asia and the Indo-Pacific. AUKUS, the security alliance formed by Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States, is reaching out to other nations including Japan, South Korea, New Zealand and Canada. | Would expansion of AUKUS bring regional instability? | Joining the discussion: |
(2024-05-16). State of emergency takes effect in New Caledonia after four killed in riots. aljazeera.com France sending 1000 'additional security personnel' to join 1700 on ground in bid to tackle 'intolerable' situation.
(2024-05-16). Int'l students hit by UK visa changes. ecns.cn Recent changes to the United Kingdom's visa rules that include a hike in the minimum wage needed to qualify for a skilled worker visa have led to job offers being withdrawn from foreign graduates of British universities.
(2024-05-16). New Dutch government to look for 'opt out' of EU asylum rules. devdiscourse.com The incoming Dutch government led by nationalist Geert Wilders' PVV party will look to opt out of European Union migration rules, as its says it is facing an asylum crisis.
(2024-05-16). Turkey joins the ranks of countries considering a foreign agent law. globalvoices.org 
Anyone can be labeled an agent of influence Originally published on Turkey, following in the
(2024-05-16). Chinese President Xi Jinping holds talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. ecns.cn On the morning of May 16, Chinese President Xi Jinping held a restrictive meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who is in China on a state visit, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
(2024-05-16). Watch: Slovak PM Robert Fico critical after assassination attempt. ummid.com Slovakia Prime Minister Robert Fico is in critical condition after he was shot multiple times outside the House of Culture in the town of Handlova Wednesday afternoon.
(2024-05-16). India : popular movements, not elections, will bring transformative change. cadtm.org With the exception of a brief period, India has been more fortunate than many other nations in being able to maintain parliamentary rule over the last 77 years. With 900 million voters—more than the populations of Europe and Australia put together—the Indian elections are hailed as the largest exhibition and celebration of democracy. The nation's economic growth over the past 30 years —one of the fastest in the world—also makes the elections noteworthy on a global scale.
| India is undoubtedly at (…) | – | /…
(2024-05-16). Palestinian surgeon Ghassan Abu Sittah travel ban overturned. newarab.com 
In a social media post, pro-Palestine legal rights group the International Centre of Justice for Palestinians (ICJP) announced that the organisation, alongside lawyer Alexander Gorski and the European Legal Support Centre, have successfully challenged the travel restriction. | The la…
(2024-05-16). Greece arrests suspected criminal gang leader wanted by Turkey. newarab.com 
Greek police have arrested a Turkish national, the suspected leader of a criminal group wanted by Ankara for a range of crimes including manslaughter, Greek police and intelligence sources said on Wednesday. | Police acted on an international warrant and arrested the 29-year old man on Friday last week following an initial tipoff by the Turkish intelligence service. | The man was named…
(2024-05-16). Amsterdam pro-Palestine protests: Dutch students speak out. newarab.com 
As hundreds of students from the University of Amsterdam (UvA) in the Netherlands On Monday 6 May, a group of protesters
(2024-05-16). Vienna University cancels talk with Palestinian historian. newarab.com 
The University of Vienna in Austria has been criticised following the axing of a talk headed by Palestinian-American historian In a statement posted on the university's
(2024-05-16). Slovakia PM Fico shot, fighting 'life-threatening' injuries. newarab.com 
Fico, a populist leader accused of being Kremlin-friendly, has been prime minister since last year. | "Today, after the government meeting in Handlova, there was an assassination attempt on the Prime Minister of the Slovak Republic, Robert Fico", the government said in a post on social media. | "He is cu…
(2024-05-16). Erdogan says 1,000 Hamas members treated in Turkey hospitals. newarab.com 
Erdogan made the comments in a meeting with
(2024-05-16). Israel 'creates illusion' of civilian protection in Gaza: UN rapporteur. presstv.ir Francesca Albanese says Israel's use of terms from international humanitarian law create the "illusion that its military operations ensure protection of civilians."
(2024-05-16). Erdogan: 'Terrorist' Israel will 'set sights' on Turkey if Hamas is defeated. presstv.ir The Turkish president was speaking at the parliamentary group meeting in Ankara.
(2024-05-16). European trio warned after deploying warplanes to defend Israel against Iran op. presstv.ir Iranian commander warns the UK, Germany, and France after the trio deployed their warplanes to defend the Israeli regime against Iran's retaliatory operation.
(2024-05-16). Putin in China on 1st state visit after re-elected as Russia's president. presstv.ir Putin has arrived in China on his first state visit after he was sworn in as Russia's president earlier this month.
(2024-05-16). Ukraine Ain't Rockin in the Free World; It's Getting Rocked!! sonar21.com 
(2024-05-16). Israel Economy To Suffer Due To Rafah Op? Tel Aviv's Biggest Trading Partner's Veiled Warning | EU. hindustantimes.com The European Union has urged Israel to end its military operation in Rafah. EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell said that IDF's Rafah operation would "inevitably put a heavy strain" on the bloc's relationship with Israel. This comes a week after Israel launched a 'limited operation' in Gaza's Rafah city. Watch for more.
(2024-05-16). Erdogan's Big Prediction On Israel's Next Move If It Defeats Hamas; 'Will Set Sights On…' | Watch. hindustantimes.com Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan issued a stark warning over Israel's post-Gaza war plans. Erdogan warned that Israel will "set its sights" on Turkey if it succeeds in defeating the Hamas terror group in the Gaza Strip. His warning came during his address at the Grand National Assembly of Turkey on May 15. He further reiterated his support for Hamas, calling it a 'Liberation Group.' Watch this to know more.
(2024-05-16). Putin Defends New Russian Defence Minister Pick; 'Belousov Knows What Needs To Be Done'. hindustantimes.com