(2021-04-14). The Clandestine War on Africa: France's Endgame in Mali. counterpunch.org 
In a recent report, the United Nations Mission in Mali, known as MINUSMA, concluded that, on January 3, French warplanes had struck a crowd attending a wedding in the remote village of Bounti, killing 22 of the guests. According to the findings, based on a thorough investigation and interviews with hundreds of eyewitnesses, 19 of
(2021-04-14). India's Farm Crisis: Mitti of the Martyrs, Singhu's Soil of Struggle. counterpunch.org 
The large crowd in front of the main stage became silent. The only inaudible sound which remained was that of millions of hearts beating in unison here and hundreds of kilometres away in each person's home state. Leaders stood with their heads bowed in respect, their spirits soaring high. In the air suffused with emotion,
(2021-04-14). What are Turkey and the US Up to in Afghanistan? counterpunch.org 
The zeal with which Washington is soliciting Turkey's services to plot a way to normalize Afghanistan's Taliban raises some troubling questions. Acting on Washington's request, Turkey will be hosting high-level talks on the Afghanistan peace process this April to bring together the Afghan government and the Taliban. Turkey has appointed a special envoy to assume
(2021-04-14). 'Enables UAE's reckless conduct': Anti-war advocates slam $23bn US arms sale. middleeasteye.net 
'Enables UAE's reckless conduct': Anti-war advocates slam $23bn US arms sale | Citing the UAE's role in Yemen and Libya, arms experts and rights groups say the sale 'undermines stability in the region' | Wed, 04/14/2021 – 16: 22 | Israel is the only other country in the Middle East to be approved for F-35 purchases (AFP/File photo) | When the Biden administration announced in late January that it p…
(2021-04-14). Italy's senate votes to give citizenship to jailed Egyptian activist Patrick Zaki. middleeasteye.net 
Italy's senate votes to give citizenship to jailed Egyptian activist Patrick Zaki | Zaki is a human rights advocate who has campaigned for the truth about the 2016 Cairo murder of Italian student Giulio Regeni | Wed, 04/14/2021 – 15: 41 | Egyptian authorities arrested Zaki on 7 February 2020 upon his return from Italy, where he had been living and studying (Twitter) | The Italian senate on Wednesday voted to a…
(2021-04-14). Egypt releases two journalists after international outcry. middleeasteye.net 
Egypt releases two journalists after international outcry | Solafa Magdy and her husband Hossam el-Sayyad had been held in pre-trial detention for 16 months over their journalism work | Wed, 04/14/2021 – 10: 59 | Solafa Magdy (L) and Hossam el-Sayyad (R) were released on Wednesday (Facebook) | Egyptian authorities released journalists Solafa Magdy and her husband Hossam el-Sayyad on Wed…
(2021-04-14). Military Situation In Syria On April 14, 2021 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | On April 14, Russia reported that Idlib militants violated the ceasefire regime in Greater Idlib 17 times: 10 — in Idlib province, 5 — in Latakia province, 1 — in Hama province, 1 in Aleppo province | On April 13, US forces conducted a military patrol near the town of al-Malikiyah | On April 13, artillery of Turkish-backed forces shelled SDF positions near Ras al-Ayn | On April 13, an explosion were reported in the town of al-Bab. No casualties were rep…
(2021-04-14). Zambia is the Tip of the Tail of the Global Dog. orinocotribune.com 
By Vijay Prashad — Apr 8, 2021 | On 12 August 2021, the people of Zambia will vote to elect a new president, who will be the seventh person elected to the office since Zambia won its independence from the United Kingdom in 1964 if the incumbent loses. The incumbent, President Edgar Lungu, is facing a strong challenge from Fred M'membe, the presidential candidate of the Socialist Party Zambia. | M'membe knows the importance of a challenge. As the editor of…
(2021-04-14). In Video: ISIS Terrorists Storm Dmask Town In Northeastern Nigeria. southfront.org 
Screen grab from Amaq's video. | On April 10, ISIS terrorists stormed the town of Dmask following a heated battle with Nigerian government forces in the northeastern state of Borno. | The terrorists entered the town after raiding a nearby base of the Nigerian Armed Forces (NAF). According to the Amaq news agency, two Nigerian service members were killed. ISIS terrorists burned the base to the ground after capturing a vehicle. | In Dmask, ISIS terrorists wreaked havoc. Eight buildings belonging to the government and "intern…
(2021-04-14). Headlines for April 14, 2021. democracynow.org Biden Announces U.S. Will Withdraw Its Troops from Afghanistan by September 11, Protests Continue After Police Killing of Daunte Wright as His Family Demands Justice, Derek Chauvin Murder Trial Continues with Defense Calling Its First Witnesses, Iran Ramps Up Uranium Enrichment Following Natanz Attack and Amid Talks on 2015 Nuclear Deal, White House Moves Forward with $23 Billion Weapons Sale to UAE, Russian Troops Amass on Eastern Border as U.S. and NATO Pledge Support for Ukraine, U.S. Sends Unofficial Delegation to Taiwan as China Warns Against Foreign Intervention, Burkina Faso to Try Ex-President Blaise Comp…
(2021-04-14). Egyptian journalist-politician Khaled Dawoud freed after over 18 months in pre-trial detention. peoplesdispatch.org Dawoud was released pending investigations although the prosecution has not presented any evidence in court to support the charges against him. He faces charges of "collaborating with a terrorist organization", "publishing false information" and "misusing social media…
(2021-04-14). Seattle APRI Panel:Mineworkers Union Of Namibia Rossing Mine Fight Against Union Busting. indybay.org The Seattle APRI held a panel with Namibian Mineworkers Union Rossing fired union leaders who discussed the union busting by the China National Nuclear Corporation CNNC in Namibia.
(2021-04-13). When Prince Philip Became a Monument. counterpunch.org 
The student from Ghana was insistent. "I want to meet him." The stubborn, well-attired fool, groomed and keen to make a good impression, was attending the Senate House ceremony in Cambridge for honorary awardees. He was not the only one. In attendance on this warm June day in 2006 were a gaggle of rascals, well-wishers
(2021-04-13). Sudan: Locals trapped inside as bodies lie in streets after Darfur violence. middleeasteye.net 
Sudan: Locals trapped inside as bodies lie in streets after Darfur violence | Locals claim snipers have been targeting civilians in Darfuri city El Geneina, as bloody fighting leaves scores dead | Tue, 04/13/2021 – 16: 45 | Quiet streets in El-Geneina after fighting in January following the departure of international peacekeeping forces (AFP) | A couple of days of quiet will not convince the locals…
(2021-04-13). Egypt: Prominent journalist Khaled Dawoud released from prison. middleeasteye.net 
Egypt: Prominent journalist Khaled Dawoud released from prison | While in detention, the activist and journalist was held in very poor conditions for 18 months | Tue, 04/13/2021 – 13: 24 | Khaled Dawoud was an outspoken critic of the government and was known for his journalism (AFP) | Egyptian journalist and activist Khaled Dawoud was released from prison on Monday, pending investigation o…
(2021-04-13). Arabic press review: Egypt builds 35 new prisons since 2011 revolution. middleeasteye.net 
Arabic press review: Egypt builds 35 new prisons since 2011 revolution | Meanwhile, former Qatari PM says US is behind Jordan's crisis, foreign investment in Dubai declines by 53 percent, and 43 percent of Lebanese families struggle to secure food in Ramadan | Tue, 04/13/2021 – 13: 41 | Policewomen standing outside the entrance to al-Qanatir women's prison, about 30km north of the Egyptian capit…
(2021-04-13). Egypt: IS executes two civilians for collaborating with military in North Sinai. middleeasteye.net 
Egypt: IS executes two civilians for collaborating with military in North Sinai | The two men were among 23 tribesmen kidnapped by the group in retaliation for acting as covert informants for the Egyptian army | Tue, 04/13/2021 – 10: 17 | Swilam Ahmed Swilam (L) and Mohamed Ibrahim Hamdan have been killed by Islamic State militants over their alleged collaboration with the Egyptian army…
(2021-04-13). Suez Canal: Egypt 'seizes' Ever Given ship over failure to pay $1bn compensation. middleeasteye.net 
Suez Canal: Egypt 'seizes' Ever Given ship over failure to pay $1bn compensation | Negotiations are ongoing between the Japanese company that owns the giant container, insurance firms and the canal authority | Tue, 04/13/2021 – 15: 32 | The Ever Given giant container ship was freed on 29 March after being stuck across the Suez Canal for six days (AFP/Suez Canal Authority) | The giant Ever…
(2021-04-13). Egyptian authorities impound Ever Given ship after owners refuse to pay compensation over Suez Canal blockage. rt.com 
The chair of the Suez Canal Authority has confirmed to Egyptian state TV that Ever Given, the vessel responsible for blocking the waterway last month, has been impounded over a compensation dispute with its owners. | Lieutenant General Osama Rabie, who heads up the organization responsible for operating the passageway, declared that "it's the country's right" to seize the vessel until its owners pay financial compensation for the disruption caused by the ship running aground last month. | The vessel is now officially impounded. They do not want to pay anything. | While the figure has not been publicized by the…
(2021-04-13). Dr. Yaneer Bar-Yam on the COVID-19 pandemic and a strategy to eliminate the virus. wsws.org Dr. Bar-Yam is an expert in the quantitative analysis of pandemics and was an advisor to policy makers on the West Africa Ebola virus epidemic. In February 2020, he founded EndCoronavirus.org, a global network of thousands of volunteers to guide and provide policy on fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.
(2021-04-13). Egypt Demands $1 Billion Compensation from Owners of Stuck Liner. telesurenglish.net The whole world celebrated the successful maneuver that ended up uncorking the Ever Given in the Suez Canal at the end of March. Many thought that the story of the blockade of one of the most important routes for international trade had come to an end. But the truth is that for the freighter owners, the problem is far from being solved.
(2021-04-13). Egypt 'Seizes' Ever Given Megaship, Demands Nearly $1Bn Compensation. eurasiareview.com By Mohammed Abu Zaid | Suez Canal chiefs on Tuesday implemented an Egyptian court order to seize the giant cargo ship that blocked the waterway for almost a week in March. | The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) is claiming $916 million in compensation for lost revenue, damage to the canal, equipment and labor used to free the ship, and reputational harm. | The Ever Given container ship, owned by the Japanese cargo fleet operator Shoei Kisen, has been in a lake between two sections of the canal since it was dislodged on March 29, while the SCA carries out an investigation. | Yumi Shinohara, deputy manager of Shoei Ki…
(2021-04-13). Brutal conflict in Tigray threatens breakup of Ethiopia. wsws.org Tigray is only one of the festering ethnic conflicts in a country that is a mosaic of ethnicities and languages.
(2021-04-13). Kenya's communists fight state repression, IMF-World Bank policies. peoplesdispatch.org Booker Ngesa Omole of the Communist Party of Kenya talks about the state attacks on the party, the failures of the Uhuru Kenyatta government, and the protests against IMF-World Bank prescribed policies…
(2021-04-13). Kenyan Court postpones trial of Communist Party members for second time. peoplesdispatch.org The Party has condemned the delay in the proceedings in a statement and reported that defendants have still not been informed about the charges against them…