sanctions

Created
Wed, 05/04/2023 - 21:08

Ajamu Baraka joins Lee Camp to discuss how the media demonizes enemies of the US empire, the US military’s global command structure, neocolonial behavior, and the white supremacy inherent to its hegemony.

The post How The Global South Has Risen in The Face of US Sabotage with Ajamu Baraka appeared first on MintPress News.

Created
Thu, 06/04/2023 - 20:03

The resolution presented by Azerbaijan on behalf of Non-Aligned countries noted the impact of sanctions on key rights related to life, health, and freedom from hunger. It was predictably rejected by the US and its allies.

The post UN Human Rights Council Condemns Impact of Unilateral Sanctions appeared first on scheerpost.com.

Created
Sat, 04/03/2023 - 17:40

Every member of the progressive Squad voted for the resolution. Only Republican Reps. Thomas Massie and Marjorie Taylor Greene voted against it. This article was originally published by Antiwar.com. The House this week voted overwhelmingly in favor of a resolution to maintain sanctions on Syria following a devastating earthquake that has killed at least 5,900 people in the country, The Cradle reported on Wednesday. The resolution was introduced by Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC) and received 51 cosponsors. It passed in a vote […]

The post House overwhelmingly approves resolution to maintain Syria sanctions after earthquake appeared first on The Grayzone.

Created
Wed, 22/02/2023 - 06:56

Amidst the tragedy of the devastating earthquake in Syria and Türkiye, the heroism of those who save lives and offer support amid unimaginable odds serves as a reminder of the abundant humanity so often overlooked in the region.

The post Amid Rubble and Tears, a Glimmer of Hope: The Real Heroes in Syria and Türkiye appeared first on MintPress News.

Created
Wed, 15/02/2023 - 22:05

President Andrés Manuel López Obrador announced Mexico will lead an international movement to end the US government’s “inhumane” blockade against Cuba. Praising Fidel Castro as a “visionary”, AMLO denounced neoliberalism and pledged support for universal public healthcare and education.

The post Mexico’s AMLO Announces Campaign Against US Blockage of Cuba, Denounces Neoliberalism appeared first on scheerpost.com.

Created
Fri, 10/02/2023 - 22:07

Illegal US and EU sanctions have blocked some humanitarian aid from going to Syria after a devastating earthquake killed thousands of people. UN experts have demanded an end to the “suffocating” sanctions, saying they “may amount to crimes against humanity”.

The post Illegal US Sanctions Blocking Aid to Syria, After Earthquake Killed Thousands appeared first on scheerpost.com.