(2022-03-07). Calling Russia's Attack 'Unprovoked' Lets U.S. Off the Hook. scheerpost.com 
By Bryce Greene / FAIR Many governments and media figures are rightly condemning Russian President Vladimir Putin's attack on Ukraine as an act of aggression and a violation of international law. But in his first speech about the invasion, on February 24, US President Joe Biden also called the invasion "unprovoked." It's a word that …
(2022-03-07). Navigating our humanity: Ilan Pappé on the four lessons from Ukraine. mronline.org 
Israel's assaults on Gaza should, indeed, be mentioned and considered when evaluating the present crisis in the Ukraine.
(2022-03-07). Evacuation Of Ukrainian Elite From The Country. How It Happens. southfront.org 
The bulk of the Ukrainian oligarchs and economic elite fled the country immediately prior to the outbreak of war in Ukraine using private planes and regular flights. | During the rule of the oligarchate there was a critical stratification of Ukrainian society. In fact, Ukraine has entered a new Middle Ages with its aristocracy serving the magnates and the disenfranchised underprivileged population. A mass of international financial swindlers arrived in Ukraine, mainly from Israel and Anglo-Saxon countries. | In the fir…
(2022-03-07). The IMF connection with the Ukraine crisis. mronline.org 
THE security concerns of Russia arising from Ukraine's intentions of joining NATO have been widely discussed in the media. But the IMF's link with Ukraine which is a parallel issue has scarcely received much attention.
(2022-03-07). Imperial, Colonial Thieves: The Long Odysseys of Goddess Annapurna and Treasures of India (Part 2). transcend.org The Ungodly Thievery of Godly Treasures from India…
(2022-03-07). Swami Vivekananda and His Gospel. transcend.org Swami Vivekananda travelled all over India and met large number of people especially the poor marginalised sections of society and wondered if there was a God, how could people live in such pitiable conditions. In fact he asked this question about existence of God to several religious people and seers.
(2022-03-07). Micho summons 35 players to prepare for AFCON 2023 Qualifiers. plusnews.ug 
Uganda Cranes captain Emmanuel Okwi has been recalled to the national team ahead of a 4-Nations Mini tournament to take place in Uzbekistan between March 25-29th, 2022. The tournament to take place at the Markaziy Stadium in Namangan city will also feature Tajikistan, Kyrgz Republic and hosts Uzbekistan. Head coach Milutin 'Micho' Sredojevic has today …
(2022-03-07). Ukraine: How Close Was the Nuclear Plant Attack to Catastrophe? transcend.org 4 Mar 2022 – Buildings at the Zaporizhzhia plant–the largest in Europe–were damaged after it was hit by shelling. UN's nuclear watchdog International Atomic Energy Agency says that none of the safety systems at the plant were affected, and there was no release of radioactive material.
(2022-03-07). US National Average Gas Price Jumps to Highest Since 2008. telesurenglish.net On Sunday, the American Automobile Association (AAA) announced that the U.S. national average for a gallon of regular gasoline hit US$4.009. | RELATED: | The gas prices jumped 41 cents over the past week, following a surge in the oil prices amid the ongoing military conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Now pump prices are just 10 cents away from the record of US$4.114 a gallon set in July 2008. | "An increase in gas demand,…
(2022-03-07). LIVE: EU Starts Accession Process for Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia. telesurenglish.net As the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to intensify, international efforts to evacuate the civilian population to other countries continue. Below are the main developments of this conflict as they happen. | RELATED: | . | MARCH 7: | The EU agrees to start the accession process for Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia. The presidency of the European Union (EU) announced that the 27 member countries agreed to start a process so…
(2022-03-07). Cuba Condemns Renewal of US Executive Order Against Venezuela. telesurenglish.net On Friday, Venezuela repudiated the decision to renew executive order 13962 of March 8, 2015, as it lacks support and real evidence, and only worked for the United States to materialize a systematic blockade against Venezuela. | The Nicolás Maduro gov't rejected Washington's renewal of the 2015 executive order branding the South American country as an "unusual and extraordinary threat" to US national security.
(2022-03-07). Amid looming retrenchments, unions demand transparency in sale of South Africa's national airline. peoplesdispatch.org The sale of the restructured South Africa Airways (SAA) to a private consortium at an undisclosed price may provoke further labor unrest. The workers are already angry at the impending dismissal of 225 more workers…
(2022-03-07). Twin Cities takes to the streets for International Women's Day. fightbacknews.org Minneapolis, MN – Around 60 people gathered in Mayday Plaza on Sunday, March 6, for an International Women's Day protest organized by the Twin Cities district of the Freedom Road Socialist Organization. Demands for reproductive rights and healthcare for all, justice for missing and murdered indigenous women and two-spirit people, an end to gender-based violence, queer and trans liberation, and justice for all stolen lives were raised. The demonstrators also stood in solidarity with Twin Cities educators preparing to strike, signs reading "Victory to the educators!" dotted the crowd gathered in the square, and sim…
(2022-03-07). First Pharmacy, Ecopharm finally vacate Mulago hospital after Health Ministry directive. plusnews.ug 
Two private pharmacies that have been operating in Mulago National Referral hospital have been evicted following a directive by Health Minister, Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng to the National Drug Authority (NDA). On Friday, the Health Minister directed NDA to close all private facilities operating within public health facilities. Abiaz Rwamiri, the NDA Public Relations Officer, …
(2022-03-07). NSSF commences receiving applications for midterm benefits. plusnews.ug 
A couple of hundreds of people has today Monday March 7 thronged National Social Security Fund (NSSF) premises to apply for access to midterm benefits of their contributions. | In January, President Yoweri Museveni assented to the NSSF Bill, allowing 20 percent midterm access to the contributors who have saved for over 10 years and are 45 years old. | The bill also streamlined the supervision of the 15 trillion-shilling fund between the Ministries of Gender and of Finance. The workers, government, and the Gender committee agreed to have the Ministry of Gender supervise the social security aspect, while the Min…
(2022-03-07). The Migrations-related European Policy framework. moderndiplomacy.eu "sic utere tuo, ut aliaenum non laedas" "Use your own property in such a way that you do not injure that of another". This maxim[1], regarding a limitation to states' sovereignty, incorporates a cardinal principle enshrined in both the Civil and Common Law systems, and more broadly, in the customary international law. This limitation, also …
(2022-03-07). Russian delegation leaves for Belarus for 3rd round of talks. en.mehrnews.com The twelfth day of Russia's special military operation in Ukraine continues as international pressure on Russia continues to intensify.
(2022-03-07). Laureates of 35th Khwarizmi International Award honored. en.mehrnews.com Laureates for the 35th Khwarizmi International Award (KIA) have been honored for their remarkable achievements in science and technology during a ceremony attended by President Raeisi.
(2022-03-06). Fans Clash at Mexican Soccer Stadium, Leaving at Least 17 Dead. telesurenglish.net Queretaro authorities and security forces are yet to announce the official death toll after the violence that errupted at the Corregidora soccer stadium. | At least 17 people were kileed and 22 people wounded when violence erupted between fans of opposing teams at a soccer game in Mexico's Queretaro city. Mar. 06, 2022.
(2022-03-06). EU comments on warplanes for Kiev. rt.com 
Ukraine insists it needs jet fighters to repel the Russian attack | European Council President Charles Michel has said that the bloc's military aid to Ukraine will not include jet fighters, which Kiev has insisted it badly needs to fend off the ongoing Russian invasion. | "The European Union is definitely not at war with Russia. A war is what Russia has launched against Ukraine, a country very friendly and very close to the EU. That is why we support Ukraine on all levels," Michel said in an interview with several European newspapers on Saturday. | The chief of the EU's top political body confirmed that the EU…
(2022-03-06). Video: Resisting Anti-Palestinian Repression — Fighting for Liberation. samidoun.net This webinar was organized by Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network on Sunday, 6 March, highlighting organizers challenging anti-Palestinian repression internationally. In late February, French interior minister Gerald Darmanin announced his intention to dissolve, or ban, two collectives organizing for justice in Palestine in France, including the Collectif Palestine Vaincra, a member of the Samidoun Network. …
(2022-03-06). Video: Mohammed Khatib of Samidoun on "Dictators and Fascist Regimes" samidoun.net Mohammed Khatib, Europe coordinator of the Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network, joined the International League of Peoples' Struggle for an international online event on "Dictators and Fascist Regimes" on Saturday, 5 March 2022. "Fascism is on the rise. To fight this, we must link all the peoples' struggles against fascism all over the world." Speakers: …
(2022-03-06). Ethics Commission Votes To Subpoena ALEC Over Its Campaign Software Scheme. popularresistance.org The Maine Commission on Governmental Ethics and Election Practices voted 3-2 today to subpoena the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) for information about its provision of sophisticated campaign software to its legislative members. | The Center for Media and Democracy (CMD) filed a complaint with the Ethics Commission last July alleging that ALEC's gift of valuable voter management software, developed by Republican operatives and linked to the Republican National Committee's voter database, constituted an illegal and unreported in-kind campaign contribution. | CMD also filed an IRS whistleblower compla…
(2022-03-06). Latin America and the Ukraine War. orinocotribune.com By Ignacio Ramonet — Mar 4, 2022 | No country in Latin America unconditionally aligned itself with Russia's positions regarding its special military operation in Ukraine. They have all defended International Law, United Nations Charter and advocated for a diplomatic agreement to resolve the crisis by peaceful means through effective dialogue that guarantee the security and sovereignty of all, as well as peace, stability, and regional and international security. | In our globalized and interconnected world, a conflict on the scale of the war in Ukraine obviously has planetary consequences. Since the beginning…
(2022-03-06). West Pressures Thailand to Take Their Side Against Russia. newatlas.report 
March 8, 2022 (Brian Berletic — NEO) — On February 28, 2022 the EU ambassador to Thailand, David Daly, would declare in a social media post that Thailand "should speak up to save our rules based international order," demanding the Kingdom of Thailand vote at the UN with the West regarding Ukraine. Accompanying his comments were the flags …
(2022-03-06). PSUV 5th Congress held in Venezuela: Resistance, Rebirth, Revolution! fightbacknews.org Caracas, Venezuela – The United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV) opened their 5th Congress, March 5, with music and a cheering crowd, followed by serious speeches of the PSUV leaders. The international delegation, including the Freedom Road Socialist Organization, with ambassadors from People's Korea, China, South Africa, Cuba, Russia, Bolivia, Palestine and Nicaragua, were welcomed by every speaker. | Diosdado Cabello, first vice-president of the PSUV, described the 1572-plus delegates representing the workers, indigenous, Afro-Venezuelan, women and youth sectors participating. Women are more than half the de…
(2022-03-06). Argentina: The IMF Question. orinocotribune.com 
By Horacio Verbitsky — Feb 27, 2022 | The differences of opinion within the Frente de Todos regarding the agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) must be reviewed with respect to the risk of neoliberalism returning to the presidency in 2023, either through a second term to which Mauricio Macri aspires or through another candidate. The problem is that this would require an arbiter to control how the criterion of truth is verified in each case, and in the ruling coalition this role is vacant. | The underlying question that exacerbates the contradictions is how to deal with the payment of the $57…
(2022-03-06). Nearly 4.5 million more COVID-19 vaccine doses administered on Chinese mainland. ecns.cn The number of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered on the Chinese mainland grew by around 4.48 million from the previous day on Saturday, with the total number reaching nearly 3.157 billion, data from the National Health Commission showed Sunday.
(2022-03-06). China's food industry records steady growth in production, sales. ecns.cn China's food industry reported steady expansion in terms of production and sales in 2021, data from the National Development and Reform Commission showed.
(2022-03-06). VIDEO: President plants seedling on National Arbor Day. en.mehrnews.com On the occasion of National Arbor Day, Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi planted an almond seedling in the heights of the Quchak area in eastern Tehran.
(2022-03-06). IAEA chief visits National Museum of Iran for 2nd time. en.mehrnews.com On the sidelines of his diplomatic trip to Tehran, the Director-General of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi paid a visit to the National Museum of Iran on Sunday for the second time.
(2022-03-06). Farnoosh Samadi named jury member at Beirut Women FilmFest. en.mehrnews.com Iranian director and screenwriter Farnoosh Samadi has been selected as a jury member for the short and animation section of the Beirut International Women Film Festival in Lebanon.
(2022-03-06). Xi stresses ethnic unity, strengthening sense of community for Chinese nation. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed ethnic unity and efforts to forge a strong sense of community for the Chinese nation when he joined a deliberation during the annual session of the National People's Congress, the top legislature, on March 5.
(2022-03-06). Raeisi extends congratulations to Ghana on National Day. en.mehrnews.com President Raeisi sent a message to the president of Ghana to congratulate him on the National Day of his country, stressing the expansion of friendly relations between the two countries.
(2022-03-06). Closing ceremony of Iran's 38th Intl. Quran Contest. en.mehrnews.com The closing ceremony of Iran's 38th International Quran competition was held on Saturday evening. A number of other political, cultural and Quranic officials were present at the event.
(2022-03-06). National tree planting day in Kermanshah. en.mehrnews.com The provincial governor of the western Iranian province of Kermanshah and some other officials attended a ceremony held in the city of Kermanshah to mark the national tree planting day on Sunday.
(2022-03-06). Iran female handball team to participate in Asian C'ships. en.mehrnews.com The Iranian female national Junior handball team departed for Kazakhstan to participate in the 16th Asian Women's Junior Handball Championship.
(2022-03-06). China sets 2022 GDP target at around 5.5 pct, giving a shot in arm to world recovery. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday stressed ethnic unity and efforts to forge a strong sense of community for the Chinese nation when he joined a deliberation during the annual session of the National People's Congress, the top legislature.
(2022-03-06). China mulls amending law on local legislatures, governments. ecns.cn The National People's Congress (NPC), China's top legislature, on Saturday deliberated a draft amendment to the Organic Law of the Local People's Congresses and Local People's Governments.
(2022-03-06). Xi extends greetings to women ahead of Int'l Women's Day. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday extended festive greetings and best wishes to the country's women of all ethnic groups and from all walks of life ahead of the International Women's Day, which falls on March 8.
(2022-03-06). Saturday 3/12: Still We Rise-Women Rebel Against All Odds International Women's Day Celebration. indybay.org Zoom Event. Please register in advance at tinyurl.com/IWD-22…
(2022-03-06). Chinese leaders attend deliberations at annual legislative session. ecns.cn Senior Chinese leaders on Saturday attended deliberations at the fifth session of the 13th National People's Congress (NPC).
(2022-03-06). Xi replies to letter from IOC chief. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping has replied to a letter from Thomas Bach, president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
(2022-03-06). Britain helps Turkey develop fifth-generation combat aircraft. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Daily SabahMarch 6, 2022 Turkey working with Rolls-Royce on 5th-gen combat aircraft engine he top body of Turkey's defense industry has started cooperating with United Kingdom-based Rolls-Royce on the engine to power the country's National Combat Aircraft (MMU), the head of the authority said Saturday. In a televised program on broadcaster CNN Tàºrk, Ismail Demir, …
(2022-03-06). NPC deputies highlight ice and snow economy. ecns.cn The development of ice and snow sports and relevant industries have become a hot topic among deputies to the 13th National People's Congress (NPC), China's national legislature, at the ongoing NPC annual session.
(2022-03-06). Iran wants US to give solid guarantee not to withdraw JCPOA. en.mehrnews.com Turning to the talks which are ongoing in Austria, a member of the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission said that the country wants US to give a guarantee not to withdraw from JCPOA once again.
(2022-03-06). 'Green Great Wall', gateway, and Mongolian horses — Xi on China's modernization at 'two sessions'. ecns.cn As a national lawmaker, President Xi Jinping joins other deputies to the National People's Congress (NPC) each year to deliberate issues of national importance at the annual "two sessions."
(2022-03-06). Chinese FM to meet press on foreign policy, relations. ecns.cn Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi will meet the press Monday afternoon on the sidelines of the fifth session of the 13th National People's Congress.
(2022-03-06). U.S. European Command coordinating transatlantic flow of weapons into Ukraine. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com The commander of U.S. European Command, General Tod Wolters, is also NATO's Supreme Allied Commander Europe. ==== Stars and StripesMarch 4, 2022 US European Command leads international efforts to donate weapons to Ukraine to fight the Russians U.S. European Command is at the center of ongoing international efforts to provide Ukraine with the weapons and …
(2022-03-06). Xi Jinping attends deliberation of Inner Mongolia delegation at Fifth Session of 13th National People's Congress. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC), President of the People's Republic of China and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, participated in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region delegation's deliberation at the Fifth Session of the 13th National People's Congress on Saturday.