(2023-05-11). Spain's union bureaucrats slash real wages, fear revolutionary contagion from France. wsws.org While agreeing to raises far below inflation, Spanish union officials are discussing their fear that, as in France, they could not control strikes and protests if they called them.
(2023-05-11). Solidaridad con la lucha contra la reforma de las pensiones en Francia. workers.org 
Manifestación el 1o de mayo de 80.000 personas en Nantes, Francia, una ciudad con la población total de 280.000. Una nota informativa por la Coordinadora Estatal por la Defensa del Sistema Público de Pensiones (COESPE) en el estado español. Publicada en lahaine.org, el 8 de mayo. Mundo Obrero la publica . . . |
(2023-05-10). 83 Years Ago: Fall of France, the Wehrmacht's Advance Through the Ardennes Forest. globalresearch.ca
(2023-05-11). Spain: Biden regime expands anti-ICBM warships permanently based in Spain. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com U.S. European CommandMay 11, 2023 Deepening the Defense Agreement between the U.S. and Spain As President Biden had promised during his June 2022 bilateral meeting with Spanish President Pedro Sánchez, this agreement increases the deployment with two U.S. Navy destroyers permanently based at the Rota Naval Base. The U.S. Ambassador to Spain, Julissa Reynoso, and …
(2023-05-11). Military Situation In Syria On May 11, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | On May 11, Russia reported that Idlib militants violated the ceasefire regime in Greater Idlib 2 times: 1 — in Idlib province, 1 — in Latakia province; | On May 11, artillery of Turkish-backed forces shelled SDF positions near Tel Tamar; | On May 11, an SAA officer was killed and four policemen were wounded in a car explosion in Damascus. ISIS claimed responsibility for the attack; | On May 10, foreign ministers of Syria, Turkey, Russia and Iran met in Moscow to…
(2023-05-11). Turkish, Syrian Foreign Ministers Hold High-Level Talks In Moscow. southfront.org 
The foreign ministers of Russia, Syria, Turkey and Iran have met in Moscow (Russian Foreign Ministry) | On May 10, the foreign ministers of Russia, Syria, Turkey and Iran met in Moscow for high-level talks on the normalization process between Ankara and Damascus. | In his opening speech, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov expressed hope that the meeting would pave the way to drafting a road map for normalizing Turkish-Syrian relations. The minister said that he sees Moscow's task as "not only…
(2023-05-10). As elections approach, Turkey hopes for change. peoplesdispatch.org Turkey will be holding elections for its national parliament and presidency on May 14. Early polls indicate that long-term ruling President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan and his Justice and Development Party (AKP) are, for the first time in the past two decades, facing a tough challenge in both the elections. This is a critical election for the country. | Dr. ≈ûebnem Korur, president of the Turkish Medical Association, spoke to Peoples Dispatch about the mood on the ground. Looking at the health sector and the working conditions of health workers, she talks about the outcome the country's health wor…
(2023-05-11). Rump Bosnian entity to become NATO's 33rd member: DM. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com AzertagMay 10, 2023 Bosnia and Herzegovina intends to join NATO Bosnia and Herzegovina intends to become the 33rd member of NATO. AZERTAC reports that Zukan Helez, Minister of Defense of Bosnia and Herzegovina, said this. The minister noted that there is no alternative for Bosnia and Herzegovina to join the European Union and NATO…. NATO …
(2023-05-11). There are more pillars to the health system than physicians, say state workers in Croatia. peoplesdispatch.org All health and allied workers deserve equal appreciation, stated a coalition of trade unions and professional associations during a protest held in Zagreb on Thursday, May 11. Croatian Minister of Health Vili Bero≈° recently signed off on an increase of physicians' rights, but is refusing to do the same for others in the sector. Instead, …
(2023-05-11). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org In Italy 30,000 protest against the labour decree that will slash wages, while unions try to suppress general strike calls and promote the Democratic Party; UK stoppages continue over pay and conditions including strikes by ambulance workers, oil and gas offshore workers, civil servants, lecturers and London Heathrow airport staff; doctors walk out for a week at University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital over underfunded health system while civil servants plan walkout in Abia State over unpaid salaries and pensions…
(2023-05-11). EU's Borrell vows $70 billion more, 1 million units of arms, ammo, training for 30,000 Ukraine troops for war. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com AzertagMay 11, 2023 EU countries will increase defense spending by 70 billion dollars in the next three years European Union countries intend to increase defense spending by 70 billion dollars over the next three years. [T]his was said by the head of the European Union's foreign policy department, Josep Borrell. He also mentioned that $16 …
(2023-05-11). NATO military brass oversees large-scale, multinational Swedish war games. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com NATOSupreme Headquarters Allied Powers EuropeMay 11, 2023 Director SHAPE Partnerships visits Exercise Aurora 23 in Sweden SHAPE's Deputy Chief of Staff Partnerships Directorate visited Exercise Aurora 23 from May 7 to 10, 2023, Sweden's largest annual home defence exercise, designed to test the nations defensive plans across all force domains. Rear Admiral Gunnstein Bruà•sdal was …
(2023-05-11). Parlamento europeo aprueba ley que regula inteligencia artificial. cubadebate.cu Uno de los puntos más importantes de la ley es la prohibición del uso de la IA para sistemas de vigilancia masiva en tiempo real en espacios públicos. Asimismo, serán identificadas como de alto riesgo las herramientas destinadas, por ejemplo, a la modificación del resultado de elecciones, la vigilancia o procesamiento de datos para movimientos migratorios o la evaluación de solvencia y calificación crediticia en entidades financieras.
(2023-05-11). How Europe and the US Aren't on the Same Page. journal-neo.org 
(2023-05-11). US corporations in the wings for post-war Ukraine. indybay.org The IMF granted large loans to the invaded country and enforces the so-called neoliberal "Washington Consensus"[1]. In a major privatization campaign, the Ukrainian government is selling off state assets. U.S. corporations such as ExxonMobil, Chevron and Halliburton participate in negotiations to take over the oil and gas industry of the Eastern European country.
(2023-05-11). New EU Ambassador visits Imperial. imperial.ac.uk The new EU Ambassador visited the College last week to see how Imperial researchers work with European partners to address shared challenges.
(2023-05-11). Italy and Germany ministers to talk about regional cooperation. plenglish.com Berlin, May 11 (Prensa Latina) German authorities confirmed on Wednesday that Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto will pay an official visit to Berlin and will meet wit his local counterpart, Boris Pistorius, to strengthen European cooperation.
(2023-05-11). Diplomat says trust needed in China, EU ties. ecns.cn China's top diplomat to the European Union called on both sides to make efforts to rebuild trust that has been seriously eroded in the last few years.
(2023-05-11). Mayo Clinic Minute: A tick to blame for the alpha-gal, meat allergy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org You may have heard about alpha-gal syndrome, also known as the meat allergy illness or tick bite meat allergy. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says most diagnosed cases are in the southern, eastern and central parts of the U.S. It also has been diagnosed in Europe, Australia, Asia, South Africa, and South and Central America. It can be a serious, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. The American Gastroenterological Association recently added guidance to medical professionals to watch for…
(2023-05-11). Germany Planning to Use Spare Nord Stream Pipes for New Floating LNG Facilities. globalresearch.ca
(2023-05-11). Shooting at Mercedes-Benz Plant Kills 2 in Germany. telesurenglish.net On Thursday morning, two people were killed as a gunman opened fire at a Mercedes-Benz plant in Sindelfingen, southern Germany. | RELATED: | According to initial investigation, the 53-year-old man shot at the two victims at the plant but he was arrested without any resistance, the Stuttgart public prosecutor's office and Ludwigsburg police headquarters said in a joint statement. | The all-clear was given around o…
(2023-05-11). EVE Energy to set up EV battery unit in Hungary. ecns.cn EVE Energy Co Ltd, a Chinese battery manufacturer, plans to invest about $1.18 billion to build a battery plant in Debrecen, Hungary, to supply German carmaker BMW's plant in the country.
(2023-05-11). China, Italy could continue to seek more fruitful cooperation results under BRI: ministry spokesperson. ecns.cn China and Italy should further explore their cooperation potential under the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation to seek more fruitful cooperation results.
(2023-05-11). Kazakhstan, BRICS Ready to Continue Close Cooperation. infobrics.org Ambassador of Kazakhstan Yerkin Akhinzhanov met with BRICS Sherpa of the Republic of South Africa Anil Sooklal, Kazinform cites the press service of the Kazakh MFA…
(2023-05-11). U.S. Military Insists on Destroying the Mountain Pastures of People in Montenegro Who Did Nothing to It. davidswanson.org
(2023-05-11). My Chat With Judge napolitano Regarding CIA Lies and Ukraine. sonar21.com 
A chat with the Judge is stimulating and thought provoking, and today was no exception. One of the topics explored is what I call, "Russia's Cuban Missile Crisis." In 2016…
(2023-05-11). Russia Concludes Investigations on Donbass Genocide. globalresearch.ca
(2023-05-11). UPDATED: Battle For Bakhmut On May 11, 2023 : Ukraine Declares New Victories (Video 18+). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size imageUPDATE: Prigozhin said that the Ukrainian offensive has already begun, and Zelensky's statement that it was allegedly delayed is an informational cover of the operations. | On May 11, there were additional reports that the AFU managed to take control of some areas in the Bakhmut region. Russian units of the 4th separate motorized strike brigade and the 374 separate motorized battalion lost some of their positions northwest of Kleshcheyevka. At the moment, the position…
(2023-05-11). Military Situation In Bakhmut On May 11, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org Click to see full-size image | Russian forces captured several buildings on Chaikovskoho street; | Russian forces took control of Post Office in the north-west of Bakhmut city; | In the north-west of Bakhmut, Wagner fighters advanced along the streets of Medvedev, Chernyakhovsky, Tolbukhin; | Wagner's assault detachments captured several positions near the intersection of Levanevsky and Defenders of Ukraine streets; | The AFU captured some Russian positions and advanced about 600 meters near the…
(2023-05-11). Military Situation In Donbass On May 11, 2023 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Russian artillery struck the AFU positions near Stupochki; | Russian artillery struck the AFU positions near Avdeevka; | Russian artillery struck the AFU positions near Ugledar; | The Russian Army destroyed an ammo depot of the AFU near Belokuzminovka; | The Russian Army destroyed an ammo depot of the AFU near Preobrazhenka; | The Russian Army slightly advanced near Bilogorivka; | Clashes between Russian forces and the AFU continue in Mariinka;…
(2023-05-11). NATO Has Now Openly Declared War Against Russia. southfront.org 
Illustrative Image | Written by NATO's Secretary General, Jens Stoltenberg, during
(2023-05-11). Russian Forces Continue Surrounding Ukrainian Garrison In Avdiivka, DPR. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Heavy battles are ongoing in the area of Avdiivka, where the Russian Army continues surrounding the Ukrainian garrison from several directions. | On May 11, Russian forces reportedly expanded the zone of their control north of Opytne and captured some Ukrainian strongholds on the southern outskirts of Avdiivka. Clashes are ongoing along the railway station and near the ninth district of the town. |
(2023-05-11). South Africa to investigate alleged arms shipping to Russia. plenglish.com Pretoria, May 11 (Prensa Latina) South Africa will investigate the reality after allegations made by the U.S. ambassador Reuben Brigety that South Africa has shipped arms to Russia.
(2023-05-11). How BRICS Is Coming Together to Challenge the U.S. Dollar. infobrics.org The US dollar is continuously facing backlash. Now Russia thinks that BRICS should do more. It has floated the idea of common currency…
(2023-05-11). China Is Cementing Its Position as an Arctic Superpower Through Russia. infobrics.org China is courting Russia to consolidate its power in the Arctic, even as it builds a fifth research station in Antarctica…
(2023-05-11). 44 Georgian soldiers killed in Ukraine, U.S. viceroy pushes for all-out conflict with Russia. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Rustavi 2May 11, 2023 Another Georgian fighter died near Bakhmut in Ukraine Another Georgian fighter died near Bakhmut in Ukraine. According to the existing information, the deceased served in the foreign legion. As the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, the Embassy of Georgia in Ukraine has been informed about the death of a Georgian citizen …
(2023-05-11). Ukraine Claims Gains Near Bakhmut. news.antiwar.com Ukrainian military officials on Wednesday claimed that their forces made some gains near the eastern Donbas city of Bakhmut, where Russian forces have been steadily advancing for months. According to Oleksandr Syrskyi, commander of the Ukrainian Ground Forces, Ukrainian troops were able to push the Russians back by 2 kilometers (1.2 miles). "In some areas …
(2023-05-11). First Public Comments After African People's Socialist Party Members Indicted for Colluding with Russia. towardfreedom.org The "Uhuru 3," three of the four U.S.-based defendants—who are members of the African People's Socialist Party—spoke out for the first time since U.S. government indictments dropped last month that accuse them of trying to work with Russia to sow social discord in the United States. TF editor Julie Varughese reports.
(2023-05-11). Battle For Bakhmut On May 11, 2023 : Ukraine Declares New Victories (Video 18+). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | The heavy battle for the city of Bakhmut continues. Wagner fighters are slightly advancing on the city streets despite the lack of ammunition supplies, while some units of the Russian Army failed to save control of some areas on the city outskirts; and Ukrainian forces continue claiming new victories. | On the evening of May 10, the head of Wagner PMC Yevgeny Prigozhin reported that his fighters took control of 50,000 square meters more in Bakhmut. During the day,…
(2023-05-11). US Ambassador Accuses South Africa of Supplying Russia With Weapons. news.antiwar.com The US ambassador to South Africa has accused the nation of secretly supplying Russia with weapons, a claim that drew a rebuke from Pretoria. US Ambassador Reuben Brigety said he knew that a Russian ship that docked in South Africa in December was loaded with weapons but did not provide evidence for the claim. "We …
(2023-05-11). EU, NATO, U.S.: All Are Now Committed to Defeating Russia in Ukraine. theduran.com
(2023-05-11). 44 Georgian soldiers killed in Ukraine, U.S. viceroy pushes for all-out conflict with Russia. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Rustavi 2May 11, 2023 Another Georgian fighter died near Bakhmut in Ukraine Another Georgian fighter died near Bakhmut in Ukraine. According to the existing information, the deceased served in the foreign legion. As the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, the Embassy of Georgia in Ukraine has been informed about the death of a Georgian citizen …
(2023-05-11). Ukraine Claims Gains Near Bakhmut. news.antiwar.com Ukrainian military officials on Wednesday claimed that their forces made some gains near the eastern Donbas city of Bakhmut, where Russian forces have been steadily advancing for months. According to Oleksandr Syrskyi, commander of the Ukrainian Ground Forces, Ukrainian troops were able to push the Russians back by 2 kilometers (1.2 miles). "In some areas …
(2023-05-11). First Public Comments After African People's Socialist Party Members Indicted for Colluding with Russia. towardfreedom.org The "Uhuru 3," three of the four U.S.-based defendants—who are members of the African People's Socialist Party—spoke out for the first time since U.S. government indictments dropped last month that accuse them of trying to work with Russia to sow social discord in the United States. TF editor Julie Varughese reports.
(2023-05-11). Battle For Bakhmut On May 11, 2023 : Ukraine Declares New Victories (Video 18+). southfront.org Click to see full-size image | The heavy battle for the city of Bakhmut continues. Wagner fighters are slightly advancing on the city streets despite the lack of ammunition supplies, while some units of the Russian Army failed to save control of some areas on the city outskirts; and Ukrainian forces continue claiming new victories. | On the evening of May 10, the head of Wagner PMC Yevgeny Prigozhin reported that his fighters took control of 50,000 square meters more in Bakhmut. During the day,…
(2023-05-11). US Ambassador Accuses South Africa of Supplying Russia With Weapons. news.antiwar.com The US ambassador to South Africa has accused the nation of secretly supplying Russia with weapons, a claim that drew a rebuke from Pretoria. US Ambassador Reuben Brigety said he knew that a Russian ship that docked in South Africa in December was loaded with weapons but did not provide evidence for the claim. "We …
(2023-05-11). EU, NATO, U.S.: All Are Now Committed to Defeating Russia in Ukraine. theduran.com
(2023-05-11). Countries worldwide are dropping the US dollar: De-dollarization in China, Russia, Brazil, ASEAN By: Ben Norton. midwesternmarx.com 
The global de-dollarization campaign is gaining momentum, as countries around the world seek alternatives to the hegemony of the US dollar. China, Russia, Brazil, India, ASEAN nations, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE are now using local currencies in trade.(Se puede leer esta nota en español aquí.)The global de-dollarization campaign is gaining momentum, as countries around the world seek alternatives to the hegemony of the US dollar.China and Russia are trading in their own currencies.B …
(2023-05-11). Zelensky regime's fate is sealed By: M. K. BHADRAKUMAR. midwesternmarx.com 
Moscow Kremlin The West's cryptic or mocking remarks doubting the Kremlin statement on the failed Ukrainian attempt to assassinate President Vladimir Putin do not detract from the fact that Moscow has no reason on earth to fabricate such a grave allegation that has prompted the scaling down of its Victory Day celebrations on May 9, which is a triumphal moment in all of Russian history, especially now when it is fighting off the recrudescence of Nazi ideology on Eur …
(2023-05-11). US Asked Türkiye for Access to Russian Air Defense System — FM. orinocotribune.com Ankara turned down a proposal that would have involved giving S-400s to Ukraine, Mevlut Cavusoglu has said | The US approached Türkiye in the hope that the country would grant Washington access to its Russian-made S-400 air defense systems or hand them over to Ukraine, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu claimed on Sunday. Ankara refused the request on the grounds that doing so would undermine its sovereignty and independence, he added. | In an interview with the newspaper Habertàºrk on Sunday, Cavusoglu recounted how the US had "made offers that directly concern our sovereignty, such as giving us…
(2023-05-11). Iran and Russia Discuss Further Improvement of Economic Ties. telesurenglish.net On Wednesday, Iran and Russia conferred on methods to enhance comprehensive relations, specifically in the trade and economic fields. | Related: | At a quadrilateral meeting concerning the Syrian crisis held in Moscow, constructive deliberations occurred between the Iranian Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov. Additionally, the Syrian and Turkish Foreign Ministers were presen…
(2023-05-11). UK Sends Long-Range Missiles to Ukraine. telesurenglish.net On Thursday, Russia received "very negatively" the news about the United Kingdom's supply of long-range missiles to Ukraine. | RELATED: | "This requires an adequate response also from our forces, who will take the corresponding decisions from the military point of view," said the Kremlin spokesman Dmitri Peskov. | CNN reported that London has supplied Ukraine with Storm Shadow missiles, giving Ukrainian forces one of…
(2023-05-11). Western interference in Turkish elections. unitedworldint.com UWI author Onur Sinan Gàºzaltan was the guest of Russia Today. The British Economist published an article that claimed Erdoƒüan victory in the presidential elections would harm democracy in Türkiye. Gàºzaltan responded questions in regard to the article and Western interventions into the elections. Below is the transcription of the program. Our guest is …
(2023-05-10). Bold Gambits on the West Asian Chessboard. strategic-culture.org In the Great Power competition, everything is connected: Uncertain negotiations between Russia and NATO over Ukraine may be impacted by Türkiye's post-election pivot and Syria's return to the Arab League. | By Pepe ESCOBAR | West Asia is a region that is currently experiencing a great deal of geopolitical activity. Recent diplomatic efforts, initiated by Russia and overseen by China, secured a long-elusive Iranian and Saudi Arabian rapprochement, while Syria's
(2023-05-11). Serbia and China Mark Anniversary of Embassy Bombing by NATO. globalresearch.ca
(2023-05-11). Group of Friends in Defense of the UN Charter meet in Geneva. plenglish.com Geneva, Switzerland, May 10 (Prensa Latina) Representatives of the member states of the Group of Friends in Defense of the United Nations Charter, Geneva chapter, met today for the second time at the headquarters of the Venezuelan Permanent Mission here .
(2023-05-11). The narrative of the "unprovoked war" in Ukraine falls apart. wsws.org The declaration by NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg that the Ukraine war began in 2014 completely contradicts the narrative repeated endlessly by the White House and US media.
(2023-05-11). Bd elections are coming to KPFA this summer & it matters-At stake is KPFA's anti-war stanc. indybay.org Elections are coming at KPFA and Pacifica and one issue is the future of KPFA and Pacifica's historic anti-war stance. The management and news department of KPFA have been pushing for more militarization in the Ukraine and around the world. It is time that KPFA stand against militarism and war and members of KPFA will have a choice this coming election. The management has also unilaterally closed down the First Apprenticeship Program which allowed oppressed communities to get training that they can't get any place else.
(2023-05-11). UN nuclear watchdog chief says intensified fighting around Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant 'unpredictable and dangerous'. mronline.org 
UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi says intensified fighting around the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in Ukraine render the situation "unpredictable and potentially dangerous."
(2023-05-11). UK Confirms It's Supplying Ukraine With Long-Range Missiles. news.antiwar.com British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace confirmed on Thursday that London is providing Ukraine with longer-range missiles, marking another escalation of NATO support for Kyiv. The UK is sending Storm Shadow missiles, which are air-launched and can be fired by Ukraine's Soviet fighter jets. According to CNN, the Storm Shadows London is sending Kyiv have a range …
(2023-05-10). "Those Who Do Not Learn History Are Doomed to Repeat It" sonar21.com 
[NOTE — Please remember Gonzalo Lira in his moment of need. I pray he is intact and that he is allowed to leave Ukraine. He is divorced from an Ukrainian…
(2023-05-10). 'Settle The Ukraine Crisis, Avoid A Nuclear Confrontation'. progressivehub.net DAISAKU IKEDA | INDEPTHNEWS…
(2023-05-10). The Difference Between Secrets and Lies. strategic-culture.org Can the White House even understand the difference? | By Philip GIRALDI | Recent developments in Washington relating to Ukraine and the Middle East remind me that there is a big difference between maintaining secrecy when a situation warrants it and lying over issues where there is no compelling reason to do so beyond political expediency. Having spent more than twenty years in American intelligence agencies where secrecy was the operative norm, I would illustrate that difference as follows: a legitimate secret would be something like not revealing information that would place people or vital national interests i…
(2023-05-10). Slava? No, Not Glory but Shame on Ukraine! strategic-culture.org There is virtually no chance that the Nazi regime in Kiev will feel either shame or remorse for what it has just done. | There is virtually no chance that the Nazi regime in Kiev will feel either shame or remorse for what it has just done. That however does not alter the obligation of decent people everywhere to speak up and brand it with the shame it abundantly deserves. | Chilean-American journalist Gonzalo Lira, has been a thorn in the Kiev junta's flesh for a long time. On May 1, the