(2024-08-29). Three Amigos No More? popularresistance.org Just a week ago, we wagered that the US and Canadian embassies would soon begin piling pressure on Mexico as the outgoing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador (aka AMLO) seeks to pass sweeping constitutional reforms to its mining laws, energy laws and judicial system, among other things, in his last month in office. Just two days later, the US Ambassador to Mexico, Ken Salazar, sent a communique warning that the proposed judicial reforms could have serious consequences for the US' trade relations with its biggest trade partner: | Based on my lifelong experience supporting the rule of law, I believe popular direc…
(2024-08-29). Awareness of Capitalists' Use of Colonialism Encourages International Solidarity. counterpunch.org 
Studying capitalism, Karl Marx examined the Industrial Revolution in Europe. He explored conflict between worker and employer. In their book Capital and Imperialism (Monthly Review Press, 2021), authors Utsa Patnaik and Prabhat Patnaik emphasize that Marx's followers believed that, with the onset of capitalism, "accumulation [has] occurred only on the basis of the generation of surplus value." (Surplus value signifies that part
(2024-08-29). Cédric Durand: Landscapes of Capital. newleftreview.org A critical engagement with the work of Brett Christophers, whose books—The New Enclosure, Rentier Capitalism, Our Lives in Their Portfolios and The Price Is Wrong—unfold a novel critique of the 'rentier stage' of contemporary capitalism, in the tradition of radical historical geography developed by Lefebvre, Harvey and Davis.
(2024-08-29). Ukrainian drone crashes into tallest building in Saratov, Russia. ummid.com A residential complex in the Russian city Saratov was damaged by falling debris from drones destroyed by Russia's air defence systems, regional Governor Roman Basurgin said on the Telegram messaging app.
(2024-08-29). Deaths of Delta maintenance workers underscore urgent need for union representation. peoplesworld.org 
ATLANTA—Two Delta Airlines workers were killed and another grievously injured on Tuesday when a tire on a Boeing 757 plane exploded during maintenance at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson airport at the mile-wide Delta TechOps maintenance facility. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) said it has opened an investigation, while Delta said it was "working with authorities." The …
(2024-08-29). El movimiento por la paz insta a la gobernadora Whitmer a que deje de apoyar la fábrica de misiles de Michigan. peoplesworld.org 
GRAYLING, Michigan—Los activistas de la organización por la paz CodePink están animando a los residentes de Michigan a que escriban a la gobernadora Gretchen Whitmer en oposición al posible desarrollo de una instalación de municiones en el estado por parte de una empresa de misiles. Saab AB, una empresa aeroespacial y armamentística sueca, anunció a …
(2024-08-29). Namibia Blocks Ship Carrying 'Explosive Material' For Israel. popularresistance.org The Namibian government has barred the Portuguese-flagged MV Kathrin cargo vessel from entering its territorial waters under suspicions that the ship carries military equipment and "explosive material" for Israel. | "Yes, I have asked Namport via the line ministry to consider the request to not allow the vessel MV Kathrin to dock in our ports. The request was made on Friday," Justice Minister Yvonne Dausab told Namibian daily New Era on 26 August. | "Upon receiving reports that a vessel may be carrying weapons intended for Israel, I addressed a letter to Cabinet, international relations ministry, works ministry,…
(2024-08-29). Israel's Nuclear Arsenal and Weapons of Mass Destruction: A Threat to World Peace. History and Analysis. globalresearch.ca This carefully researched article by John Steinbach on Israel's nuclear arsenal was first published by Global Research in March 2002. | "Should war break out in the Middle East again,… or should any Arab nation fire missiles against Israel, as the …
(2024-08-29). Ireland warns airlines to refrain from carrying Israeli munition. newarab.com 
Aircraft transporting weapons and military equipment for Israel have been prohibited from using It came after the Irish transport ministry was investigating allegations that munitions for the Israeli forces were transported through Irish airspace, according to a report by The Ditch news site. | At least four civil flights carrying munitions to weapons manufacturers and contractors in Tel Aviv occurred this year, the news site reported. | Irish premier Simon Harris said on Tuesday that the transport ministry wa…
(2024-08-29). The Biggest Military Base Empire On Earth. popularresistance.org The United States of America, unlike any other nation on Earth, maintains a massive network of foreign military bases around the world, more than 900 bases in more than 90 countries and territories. If the peace movement is serious about ending the United States' and its allies' warmaking, then this global constellation of bases must be curtailed. | The permanent stationing of more than 220,000 U.S. troops, weapons arsenals, and thousands of aircraft, tanks, and ships in every corner of the globe makes the logistics for U.S. aggression, and that of its allies, quicker and more efficient. Bases also facilitate the…
(2024-08-29). Biological weapons: no responsibility for the multinationals that produced "Agent Orange" used in Vietnam. pressenza.com On August 22, the Court of Appeal in Paris once again declared inadmissible the desperate appeal for justice by Tran To Nga, a Franco-Vietnamese activist and journalist, against the fourteen companies responsible for the production of the defoliant "Agent Orange" . This poison was…
(2024-08-29). US Nuclear Doctrine — Attack Everyone at Once. "Aggression against the Entire World". Drago Bosnic. globalresearch.ca Strategic deterrence is one of the most important aspects of any global power's/superpower's security architecture. Countries such as Russia and the US have the world's largest stockpiles of thermonuclear weapons, meaning that their ability to inflict untold damage on anyone …
(2024-08-29). Nuclear War Is "On the Table". Build Awareness. Say No to A Two Trillion Dollar Nuclear Weapons Program! globalresearch.ca Will the US launch "Mini-nukes" against Iran in Retaliation for Tehran's "Non-compliance"?
(2024-08-29). EU Urges Lifting Weapon Restrictions for Ukraine. devdiscourse.com The European Union's top diplomat on Thursday urged Ukraine's international backers to lift restrictions on weapons supplied to the conflict-ravaged country, enabling its armed forces to strike targets inside Russia.
(2024-08-29). EU's Borrell urges Ukraine backers to lift curbs on arms use inside Russia. aljazeera.com Ukraine is pushing its Western allies for additional air defences and to use weapons to attack targets in Russia.
(2024-08-29). Russia lashes out against 'terrorist' incursion in Kursk, pulls back planes. aljazeera.com Russia redeploys air assets as Ukraine unveils its own long-range weapons and ballistic missiles.
(2024-08-29). Hungary rejects Ukrainian strikes using long-range weapons. plenglish.com Budapest, Aug 29 (Prensa Latina) Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjártó spoke out against the strikes by the Ukrainian Armed Forces against Russia using long-range weapons supplied by Western countries and a further escalation of the conflict.
(2024-08-28). Cédric Durand: Landscapes of Capital. newleftreview.org A critical engagement with the work of Brett Christophers, whose books—The New Enclosure, Rentier Capitalism, Our Lives in Their Portfolios and The Price Is Wrong—unfold a novel critique of the 'rentier stage' of contemporary capitalism, in the tradition of radical historical geography developed by Lefebvre, Harvey and Davis.
(2024-08-28). Cuban FM sends congratulations to his Venezuelan counterpart. plenglish.com "We will work together for the strengthening of the solid bonds of brotherhood that unite our peoples and governments," Rodriguez highlighted on social network X. | This Tuesday, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro announced a transformation in the ministerial cabinet to advance in the new stage of transition to socialism. | In total, the head of State made 17 changes and ratified 20 positions, highlighting the ratification of Executive Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, who will also assume the Ministry of Petroleum. | Maduro stressed the importance of the team being integrated "to go to the great stage of the new…
(2024-08-28). Liz Truss 'considered scrapping all NHS cancer treatment after crashing economy', new book claims. leftfootforward.org 'Aides 'lost the plot' when they heard of Truss' plan to scrap cancer treatment on the NHS.'
(2024-08-28). Sinner, Swiatek ease into US Open second round but Raducanu crashes out. aljazeera.com Second day of US Open sees former champs Alcaraz and Osaka go through as Evans wins longest-ever match over Khachanov.
(2024-08-28). RTMC investigates cause of Limpopo bus crash. sanews.gov.za RTMC investigates cause of Limpopo bus crash | The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) is investigating the cause of a bus crash that claimed the lives of 10 people and left three others seriously injured in Limpopo.
The crash took place along the N1 in Makhado on Tuesday night at around 11: 50 pm.
The bus driver, who was allegedly speeding, failed to safely navigate a traffic circle resulting in the bus overturning while traveling south bound from Zimbabwe to Johannesburg.
The deceased passengers are reportedly all foreign nationals.
"The RTMC expresses deepest condolences to t…
(2024-08-28). Friday 8/30: Rep. Eric Swalwell: Stop Arming Israel! Restore Funding for UNRWA! Refuse Israel Lobby $! indybay.org Eric Swalwell's Office, 20990 Redwood Road, Castro Valley…
(2024-08-28). Peace movement urges Gov. Whitmer to drop support for Michigan missile factory. peoplesworld.org 
GRAYLING, Mich.—Activists with the peace organization CodePink are encouraging Michigan residents to write to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in opposition to a missile company's potential development of a munitions facility in the state. Saab AB, a Swedish aerospace and weapons company, announced earlier this year it intends to build a new munitions facility in the U.S., …
(2024-08-28). Israel launches largest occupied West Bank offensive since Second Intifada. middleeasteye.net 
Israel launches largest occupied West Bank offensive since Second Intifada | Drones bomb Jenin, Tulkarm and Tubas as the military begins major assault | | An Israeli military vehicle drives down a road during a raid in northern city of Tulkarm in the occupied West Bank on 28 August 202…
(2024-08-28). Israel launches largest occupied West Bank offensive since Second Intifada. middleeasteye.net 
Israel launches largest occupied West Bank offensive since Second Intifada | Drones bomb Jenin, Tulkarm and Tubas as the military begins major assault | | Israeli soldiers operate during a raid in the Nur Shams camp for Palestinian refugees near the city of Tulkarm in the occupied West…
(2024-08-28). At least 9 killed as Israel launches major raid on occupied West Bank. aljazeera.com Israeli military deploys hundreds of soldiers, backed by jets and drones, in largest such operation in two decades.
(2024-08-28). Did Hezbollah's attack undermine Israel's assassination approach? thealtworld.com What are the most recent communications sent towards the negotiation delegation in Doha and Cairo? | "Hezbollah's" response of missiles and drones early yesterday morning in Israeli territory, specifically in the central area of Tel Aviv, is significant because it means that Israeli operations to kill leaders of resistance groups in Lebanon, Palestine, and Yemen will now be met with a prompt and effective response. Furthermore, these operations have come to incur substantial costs. | Suppose the primary objective of Israeli assassination operations is to reinstate "deterrence" and uphold the reputation of the int…
(2024-08-28). Ukraine Bracketing Key Kursk Highway With Drones To Slow Russian Logistics. twz.com 
Ukrainian forces targeting a portion of the The Rylsk Bridge in particular has been a hotspot. An image appeared on social media of one burning vehicle on that span claimed to have been hit in an FPV drone strike. | The E38 highway runs east to west from Kursk city to the Ukrainian border, and would be the main logis…
(2024-08-28). Russian Region 700 Miles From The Border Struck For First Time By Ukrainian Drones. twz.com 
Ukraine brought the war to Russia's Kirov Oblast for the first time on Wednesday with a drone strike on an oil depot there more than 700 miles from the border. It was one of at least two attacks on Russia's fuel infrastructure overnight that included a drone strike in Rostov Oblast and conflicting claims about an attack on one in Ryazan Oblast. The attacks are part of Ukraine's Th…
(2024-08-28). Ukraine Bracketing Key Kursk Highway With Drones To Slow Russian Logistics. twz.com
(2024-08-28). Zelensky Ignores Own Cities For Russian Land? Amid Kyiv Attack, Power & Water Cuts, Army Sent To… hindustantimes.com Ukrainian forces are now reportedly trying to break into a new Russian region. Reuters, citing Russian telegram channels, said the Ukrainian Army attempted to push into the Belgorod region. This comes after Russia launched over 100 missiles and around 100 drones across Ukraine on August 26. Russian attacks also continued on August 27 as Ukraine reported blackouts.
(2024-08-28). Army Just Signed $1B Deal For Massive Order Of Switchblade Kamikaze Drones. twz.com 
The Army is moving to drastically expand its stocks of one-way attack munitions so infantry can hunt and kill tanks and other targets from the air on a grander scale.
(2024-08-28). Pattern of Genocidal War Mongering: NJ Rep. Donald Norcross's Record Under the Lens. fightbackbetter.com 
Nearly every US member of Congress, be they Republicans or Democrats, holds a peculiarly uniform policy stance on Israel. This position is largely hawkish and violent, via their continued support for appropriations of funds and provision of weapons to Israel despite the ICJ's July 19th advisory opinion stating that Israel's occupation of the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and East Jerusalem is unlawful. | The ICJ also ruled that Israel's annexation, settlement regime, and exploitation of natural resources in the Palestinian territories are illegal under international law. Additionally, the court found that Israel's di…
(2024-08-28). Friday 8/30: San Jose: Peace Vigil – Ceasefire Now! No Weapons for Israel or Ukraine! indybay.org in front of MLK Library | 4th and San Fernando | San Jose, CA…
(2024-08-28). Ukraine's Kursk Disaster In Numbers: Total Soldiers, Weapons Lost So Far, Revealed By Russia. hindustantimes.com The Russian Defence Ministry has claimed that over 6,600 Ukrainian soldiers were killed and injured in the Kursk incursion, RT reported. Ukraine had invaded the Russian border region on August 6. Not just manpower, the Kursk incursion is also depleting Ukraine's arsenal. This includes 73 battle tanks and 100s of other war weapons. Watch this video for more…
(2024-08-28). Ask the Inspector Ep. 188 (streams live on August 27 at 3 PM ET). marktanliano.net READ MORE: AIPAC as the Elephant in the Room Former UN Weapons Inspector Scott Ritter Persecuted by His Own Government — Global ResearchGlobal Research — Centre for Research on Globalization t.me/ScottRitter/2743 Gabbard on TSA Watchlist as Terrorist-Supporting Politicians Get a Free Pass — Global ResearchGlobal Research — Centre for Research on Globalization Canada's government is …
Kyenjojo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ten people have been killed in a road crash in Kyenjojo District. The crash happened on Wednesday at 4: 00 am at Kaihura Trading Center along the Fort Portal-Kampala highway. Vincent Twesige the Rwenzori West Police Spokesperson, says that the accident involved a bus registration number UBE 807T belonging to Pokopoko …
The derailment is a story which exemplifies capitalism's wanton destruction of human life in the pursuit of profit.
Joe Biden has tapped Mira Resnick, an official who has helped facilitate weapons shipments to Israel, as the State Department's point person for the country.