(2024-03-27). Colombia threatens to sever diplomatic ties with Israel over Gaza ceasefire violations. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- In a bold move, Colombian President Gustavo Petro has urged the international community to cut diplomatic relations with Israel if it fails to adhere to the UN Security Council's ceasefire resolution for Gaza. The call comes after the long-awaited UN resolution aimed at an immediate ceasefire and prisoner exchange in Gaza. Petro emphasized that Colombia would take decisive action if Israel disregards the UN's directive.However, Israel's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Israel Katz, condemned Petro's stance, labeling it as support for Hamas and a disgrace to the Colombian people. Katz reiterated Israel's com…
(2024-03-27). 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' Day 173: Israel continues attacking Gaza's hospitals, kills 7 people in Lebanon. mondoweiss.net 
Following the UN Security Council ceasefire resolution, Israel continued its attacks on Gaza hospitals, killing 76 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip. Meanwhile, in southern Lebanon, Israel killed 7 Lebanese people during cross-border fighting.
(2024-03-27). Ireland Preparing To Intervene In South Africa's International Court Of Justice Case Against Israel Under The 1948 Genocide Convention. progressivehub.net PAUL HOSFORD | IRISH EXAMINER…
(2024-03-27). Headlines for March 27, 2024. democracynow.org Supreme Court Appears Poised to Preserve Access to Abortion Pill Mifepristone, UNICEF: "Paper Thin" Children Dying in Gaza of Malnutrition and Dehydration, U.N. Special Rapporteur Outlines How Israel Is Committing Genocide in Gaza, Report: 69% of Israeli Arms Imports Come from United States, U.S. State Dept.: We Have Not Found Israel to Be Violating International Law in Gaza, "They Have a Point": Biden Responds to Pro-Palestinian Protesters, Israeli Airstrike on Lebanese Health Center Kills Seven Paramedics, Six Immigrant Construction Workers Still Missing After Baltimore Bridge Collapse,…
(2024-03-27). What Should We Expect from BRICS and What Should We Not. infobrics.org Discrepancies between expectations and practice are one of the most noticeable characteristics of modern world politics, both in the performance of leading powers and in the activities of the international institutions they create. The origin of this phenomenon is the fact that the first is a product of subjective ideas or intentions, while the second is the result of objective factors, which even the strongest political will cannot cancel. Moreover, the expectations of the general public often fall prey to its inertia in perception regarding the political process, or the statements of political figures who thems…
(2024-03-27). State Duma deputies accuse US, Ukraine of masterminding terrorist attacks on Russian territory. infobrics.org Nikolai Kharitonov, a Communist Party deputy in the Russian Federal Assembly's State Duma and runner-up in the country's recent presidential election, along with a number of his colleagues in the parliamentary corps and public figures have sent a Statement on an Immediate Investigation and Prevention of the Financing of Acts of International Terrorism to the prosecutor general's offices in five countries — the Russian Federation, Germany, Cyprus, the USA and France.
(2024-03-27). Brazil and India begin new strategic chapter in bilateral ties. infobrics.org Cooperation and opportunities between Brazil and India are endless.
(2024-03-27). Commentary: What will Putin do after deadly Moscow concert hall attack? channelnewsasia.com The carnage at the Crocus City Hall casts a shadow on the FSB and its ability to protect ordinary Russians from terrorism, says international security expert Stefan Wolff.
(2024-03-26). Attack on Chinese nationals in Pakistan condemned. ecns.cn China strongly condemned on Tuesday a terrorist attack that killed five Chinese nationals and one Pakistani, urging Pakistan to take practical and effective measures to protect the security of its citizens, institutions and projects, and to prevent similar incidents.
(2024-03-27). Thirteen Candidates Set to Contend in Venezuela's July 28 Elections. orinocotribune.com A total of 13 candidates will compete on July 28 in Venezuela's presidential elections, the president of the National Electoral Council (CNE), Elvis Amoroso, indicated this Tuesday. | In a press conference, Amoroso reported that 37 political organizations and parties were involved in the application process which took place between March 21 and 25. | The candidates are Luis Eduardo Martínez, Daniel Ceballos, Antonio Ecarri, Juan Carlos Alvarado, José Brito, Benjamín Rausseo, Javier Bertucci, Claudio Fermín, Luis Ratti, Enrique Márquez, Nicolás Maduro, Manuel Rosales, and Eduardo González Urrutia. | Amoroso stated…
(2024-03-27). What is in UNEB's new competence bassed assessment? independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Examination Board (UNEB) has overhauled its assessment approach, shifting towards competency-based evaluation required under the new lower secondary curriculum. Upon examining the sample papers released on Monday and comparing them with past papers, it's evident that UNEB has implemented significant changes. One notable adjustment is the reduction …
(2024-03-27). "We Don't Need More Detention Centers, More Border Patrol": Fernando García on SB4 & New Spending Law. democracynow.org 
An immigration battle continues on the border between Texas and Mexico, as Texas's state government increases its militarization of the region, deploying hundreds of National Guard troops and constructing new infrastructure on the border. Meanwhile, a new federal spending bill passed by Congress and signed into law by President Biden has increased funding for ICE and CBP, and state and federal courts have been wrangling over the legality of SB4, a new Texas state law that gives local police sweeping powers to arrest and deport anyone they suspect has entered the United States without authorization. We hear…
csmonitor.com (2024-03-27). NBC sought a conservative voice. But its employees didn't want Ronna McDanielNBC News cut ties March 26 with former Republican National Committee chief Ronna McDaniel less than a week after hiring her as an on-air political contributor, a decision that followed a furious protest by some of its journalists and commentators.
Comment: This story shows how American MSM that only serves both Dems and Repubs has gotten stupider from year-to-year.
aa.com.tr (2024-03-27). Top UN court likely to issue tough decision against Israel for ongoing attacks on Gaza 
The world court will rule on the requested additional measures in the coming days, which may include criticism of Israel as well as requests for additional monitoring reports, according to the KAN broadcaster report.
newcoldwar.org (2024-03-27). Hezbollah retaliates against Israeli atrocities in Gaza with strikes on military bases 
Lebanon's Hezbollah resistance movement has conducted multiple operations against Israeli military outposts in the northern part of the 1948 occupied territories, expressing its unwavering support for Palestinians in Gaza amid a genocidal war.
ca.news.yahoo.com (2024-03-27). Palestinians drown trying to reach Gaza aid air-dropped by US into seaThe Pentagon confirmed that three of the 18 packages it air-dropped on Monday had parachute malfunctions and fell into the water just off the coast of the Strip. However, US officials did not confirm if any Gazans were killed while trying to reach the aid.
firstpost.com (2024-03-27). Teens in Gaza hoping to be killed to end their "nightmare" : UN – Firstpost 
A spokesman for the UN children's agency said on Tuesday that the situation in the war-torn Gaza is so bad that teens are increasingly expressing their desire to be quickly murdered in order to end the "nightmare".
"The unspeakable is regularly said in Gaza," said James Elder, spokesman for the United Nations children's agency UNICEF.
(2024-03-27). NHS waiting lists will not be reduced without disastrous political policies being addressed. expose-news.com The latest information available, data for the end of January, show the overall UK National Health Service ("NHS") waiting list had fallen slightly to 7.58 million. In November 2023, BBC reported that …
(2024-03-27). IHC notice to ECP over election documents. tribune.com.pk 
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued a notice to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) for not issuing certified forms and other documents related to the general polls 2024 results and sought a reply by Wednesday (today). | IHC Chief Justice Aamer Farooq heard the applications of Salman Akram Raja and Shoaib Shaheen who participated in the general elections as members of the National Assembly. | Shaheen appeared before the court in person whereas Raja was represented by his counsel. | During the hearing, the IHC chief justice remarked that obtaining certified forms was the petitioners' legal right. He…
(2024-03-27). CNA Correspondent Podcast: Megaproject in Thailand – A bridge too far? channelnewsasia.com The plan for a land bridge between the Indian and Pacific Oceans will cut across rich ecosystems and farmland in Thailand.
(2024-03-27). Distinctions Without Difference: The Security Council on Gaza Passes. dissidentvoice.org The UN Security Council presents one of the great contradictions of power in the international system. On the one hand vested with enormous latitude in order to preserve international peace and security, it remains checked, limited and, it can be argued, crippled by an all too regular use of the veto by members of the …
(2024-03-27). NUP hits at Among for blocking Mpuuga's removal. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Unity Platform — NUP party has cried foul and slammed Parliament for blocking the removal of Mathias Mpuuga Nsamba, from the Parliamentary Commission to defend ongoing corruption practices in the August House. NUP Secretary-General Lewis Davis Rubongoya, commented after Speaker Anita Annet Among's letter dated 25th March 2024 rejecting the …
(2024-03-27). Nawaz hopeful for a better future. tribune.com.pk 
Nawaz Sharif, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo, expressed optimism for a brighter future, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts from all stakeholders, including politicians, administrative authorities, and police, to navigate the country out of challenging times. | The 'time of comfort will come', he remarked. | In a meeting with members of national and provincial assemblies from Faisalabad Division, the former premier lamented the removal of their government in 2017, asserting that Pakistan would have made significant progress otherwise. | He criticized those who seized power, stating the…
(2024-03-26). China boosts bilateral ties with Sri Lanka. ecns.cn China and Sri Lanka signed a number of agreements on Tuesday as part of the two countries' efforts to promote bilateral cooperation in the fields of trade, investment, customs and development partnership.
(2024-03-27). China condemns terrorist attack in Pakistan. ecns.cn China strongly condemns the terrorist attack that killed five Chinese and one Pakistani national in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, and asks Pakistan to thoroughly investigate the incident as soon as possible, hunt down the perpetrators, and bring them to justice.
(2024-03-27). Shaban saves Uganda Cranes from defeat against Ghana. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Senior Men's Football team, the Uganda Cranes, settled for a two-all draw against Ghana in their second friendly match of the March international break, held at Stade Grande Marrakech. KCCA FC striker Shaban Muhammad Jagason emerged as Uganda's savior of the day, scoring a late goal that salvaged a …
(2024-03-27). Demet àñzdemir warms online users' hearts with her dreams to end world oppression. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In a recent interview featured in an Indian magazine, popular Turkish actress Demet àñzdemir revealed thought-provoking sentiments, igniting conversations online. Gracing the cover alongside Bollywood stars, àñzdemir's statement, "If I weren't an actress, I would be an activist fighting against injustices," resonated deeply with readers.Reflecting on her life and career, àñzdemir shared insights into her passion for social activism, highlighting her admiration for the vibrant culture of Bollywood. She expressed delight in watching Indian films, emphasizing the allure of their color…
(2024-03-27). HK chief vows to boost national security education, economy. ecns.cn Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said on Tuesday that the special administrative region's government will focus on economic development following the enactment of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, while continuing public education and explaining the law.
(2024-03-27). This Singapore female tech expert is developing a device to help people with dementia in case they get lost. channelnewsasia.com From assembling her own CPU in the 90s to developing police cameras for HDB blocks, Khoo Ri Na of Evvo Labs tells CNA Women how her love for gadgets and her knack for problem-solving led her to develop tech solutions for national security and healthcare.
(2024-03-27). Russia Nationalized 15 Defense Firms Since 2023 — Top Prosecutor. themoscowtimes.com Prosecutor General Igor Krasnov valued the enterprises at a total value of 333 billion rubles.
(2024-03-27). How To Watch The Total Solar Eclipse From Anywhere In The US. newsone.com 
Spectators look skyward during a partial eclipse of the sun on August 21, 2017, at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City, New York. | Source: Bruce Bennett / Getty | ABC News and National Geographic announce the unparalleled event "Eclipse Across America." Here's how more than 30 million Americans can find themselves in the path of a total On Monday, April 8, at least 32 million people across America could see the total solar eclipse, where the moon will completely block the s…
(2024-03-27). More than 200 civil society organisations demand the suspension of the EU-Israel Association Agreement. cadtm.org
(2024-03-27). View from India: a retrospective of Emmanuel Macron's visit to Narenda Modi in late January 2024. cadtm.org Emmanuel Macron visited India on 25 and 26 January. The interview below was prepared for this occasion. However, for reasons largely beyond our control, its finalisation was postponed until now. Better late than never?
| Sushovan Dhar is an Indian political activist and trade unionist. He is a member of the CADTM International network.
| Pierre Rousset — Can we look back at the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to India on 25 and 26 January? On the 26th, he attended the Republic Day (…) | – | /…
(2024-03-27). Sri Lanka's debt trap and the vultures. cadtm.org
(2024-03-27). Where is Zinaba? Where are the abducted Burkina Faso activists? cadtm.org
(2024-03-27). Two killed in new Israeli airstrikes on eastern Lebanon. newarab.com 
Fresh Israeli strikes on eastern Lebanon on Tuesday killed two people, Lebanese official media said, after the deepest raid since cross-border hostilities erupted between The Israeli army said it had struck Hezbollah targets "deep inside Lebanese territory" near the town of Zboud, some 130 kilometres (80 miles) from the Israeli frontier. | Lebanon's state-run National News Agency (NNA) said "an Israeli strike targeted the Wadi Faara region", a similar location to the one repor…
(2024-03-27). Two Moscow attack suspects travelled 'freely' because no arrest warrant: Turkish official. newarab.com 
A Turkish security official on Tuesday said two of the Moscow concert hall attack suspects travelled "freely" to Russia as no arrest warrants were issued against them. | Russian authorities detained 11 people in connection with Friday's attack, which saw camouflaged gunmen storm into Crocus City Hall, open fire on concert-goers and set the building ablaze, killing at least 139 people. | Two of those, Tajik nationals Rachabalizoda Saidakrami and Shamsidin Fariduni, "were able to travel freely between Russia and Turkey since there was no warrant for their arrest", the official told AFP, speaking on condition of…
(2024-03-27). Protesters block San Francisco airport, demand permanent ceasefire in Gaza. presstv.ir Protesters urging ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the US's military support for Israel, block the international terminal at San Francisco International Airport.
(2024-03-27). Storm leaves widespread damage in various US states. presstv.ir Severe weather has wreaked havoc across parts of the Midwest, with suspected tornadoes touching down in several small towns in Indiana and nearby states.
(2024-03-27). Storm leaves widespread damages in various US states. presstv.ir Severe weather has wreaked havoc across parts of the Midwest, with suspected tornadoes touching down in several small towns in Indiana and nearby states on Thursday.