(2021-06-21). Australian High Court declares "foreign interference" laws to be constitutional. wsws.org The ruling confirms that the laws have a far wider anti-democratic scope, with the potential to silence or intimidate dissent, beyond the possible criminalisation of links with China.
(2021-06-21). China, Africa(ns), White Supremacy & the White Left. orinocotribune.com By Ahjamu Umi — Jun 17, 2021 | In the 1980s, during the cold war, white socialist groups from Marxist/Leninist, Maoist, Trotskyist, etc., tendencies throughout the U.S., were always quick to the draw in attacking our revolutionary Pan-Africanist ideology, work, and analysis. And despite doing everything in their power to differentiate themselves from white socialists, white anarchists as a whole, haven't historically been much better. This reality continues. For us, this has always been strange for what we believe are two distinct reasons. One, although the white socialist left typically desires to see socia…
(2021-06-21). Venezuela Includes Foreign Refugees in COVID-19 Mass Vaccination Program. orinocotribune.com The Venezuelan National Commission for Refugees (CONARE), through its office in Guasdualito, Apure state, in coordination with the government, the mayor of the José María Romero Municipality and the Venezuelan Ministry of Health, carried out a COVID-19 mass vaccination day on June 18 for senior citizens in the state. Several refugees of Colombian and Mexican nationalities who live in Venezuela were vaccinated in this session. | Thanks to the cooperation of the governments of the Russian Federation and the People's Republic of China, Venezuela has been able to launch the immunization program against COVID-19 in pr…
(2021-06-21). From G7 to NATO Meetings, Imperialist Powers Turn More Aggressive Towards China. globalresearch.ca Visit and follow us on Instagram at
(2021-06-21). G7 Steps Up Cold War Propaganda Against China, Ignores War Crimes Against People of Tigray. globalresearch.ca Visit and follow us on Instagram at
(2021-06-21). Headlines for June 21, 2021. democracynow.org More Transmissible Delta Variant Becoming Dominant, Threatening COVID Recovery, Cuba's Soberana 02 Vaccine Offers Hope as COVID Surges in Latin America, Brazil Tops 500,000 Deaths, Japan, Uganda Impose New Measures Amid Mounting COVID Cases, Hard-Line Judiciary Chief Ebrahim Raisi Wins Iranian Presidency as Nuclear Deal Talks Continue, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani to Meet with Biden Amid Surging Violence and Taliban Advance, MSF Warns Access Urgently Needed to Bring Aid to Syria's Idlib Region, Authorities Uncover Likely Remains of Missing Indigenous Activist 3 Weeks After Disappearance, Ethiopia Holds Twice-Del…
(2021-06-21). Taliban Enter Key North Afghan Capitals. news.antiwar.com With an ongoing offensive in northern Afghanistan contesting a number of key districts, the Locals reported the Taliban seized the entrance to Kunduz, and said there was panic all over the city as the sounds of gunfire could be heard, and Taliban fighters were fanning out around the city. The Taliban last held Kunduz in…
(2021-06-21). Military Situation In Afghanistan On June 21, 2021 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | On June 21, clashes between Taliban and Afghan Army continue in the Aqche district in Jozjan province | On June 21, Taliban reportedly captured the Dolatabad district in Balkh province | On June 21, Taliban reportedly captured the Sholgara district in Balkh province | On June 21, Afghan Army reportedly recaptured the districts of Bangi and Khawja Ghar in Takhar province | On June 21, Taliban reportedly captured the district center of Imam Sahib in Qunduz | 147 Taliban m…
(2021-06-21). Pakistan to Block Cell Phone Signal of Those Who Refuse COVID Vaccine. globalresearch.ca Visit and follow us on Instagram at
(2021-06-21). 4 British Airways Pilots Dead Following COVID-19 Injections While Spain and Russia Prohibit "Vaccinated" from Air Travel. globalresearch.ca Visit and follow us on Instagram at
(2021-06-21). Iranian Sputnik vaccine to be unveiled on Sat. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jun. 21 (MNA) — Health Minister Namaki informed that the Iranian version of the Sputnik Covid-19 vaccine will be unveiled on Sat.
(2021-06-21). House repeals 'endless war' resolution; Senate panel to act June 22. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—With backing from the Democratic Biden administration, the Democratic-run U.S. House voted—in a bipartisan way—to repeal the 2002 "Authorization to Use Military Force" (AUMF) that approved the "endless wars" in Iraq and elsewhere. The Senate Foreign Relations Committee will vote on the repeal on June 22, Chairman Bob Menendez, D-N.J., said. Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., …
(2021-06-21). Russian Ambassador Returned To Washington, While U.S. Preparing New Sanctions On Russia. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Russia's ambassador to the US has flown back to Washington, DC, saying he hoped to build "equal and pragmatic" ties after a US-Russia summit in Geneva aimed at reducing tensions. | The plane transporting Ambassador Anatoly Antonov, who was recalled in March for consultations, left Moscow's Sheremetyevo Airport on Sunday for New York, where he will travel on to Washington, Russian news agencies reported. | "Given the result…
(2021-06-21). Far Right Israeli PM Bennett slams Iran Nuclear Talks for Tehran's Poor Rights Record (Israel has 200 Nukes and has Killed Thousands of Occupied Palestinians). juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — New extreme-right Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett came out on Sunday to argue that the election of an extreme-right Iranian cleric (Ebrahim Raisi) as president of that country should cause the Biden administration to back off reviving the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. Bennett called Raisi the "hangman of Tehran" and …
(2021-06-21). In small-town Sequim, Wash., 150 people turn out for Juneteenth celebration. peoplesworld.org 
SEQUIM, Wash.—A big multiracial crowd—African American, Latino, Native American, Asian American, and white—gathered at the main intersection in Sequim Saturday, June 19, to celebrate "Juneteenth," also known as "Jubilee Day." It was a completely peaceful, non-violent event greeted by hundreds of motorists honking their car horns, waving, and giving thumbs up salutes. A couple of …
(2021-06-21). COVID Causes Latin America's Worst Drop in Foreign Investment. telesurenglish.net The UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) annual study, which updates data from the beginning of the year, indicates that Latin America received 88 billion dollars in foreign direct investments, far from the 160 billion in 2019. | In contrast, the flow of investments in Africa fell by 16 %; in Asia, it even rose (by 4 %), and on average, in developing economies, the fall was around 8 %. | RELATED: | "Latin Am…
(2021-06-21). China's Space Program Makes Its Mark. asia-pacificresearch.com …
(2021-06-21). The Jakarta Method: Mass Murder in the Service of Washington. asia-pacificresearch.com …
(2021-06-21). Japan wants to deepen bilateral relation with Iran new admin. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jun. 21 (MNA)-Stressing the need to deepen bilateral relations between Iran and Japan during presidency of Ayatollah Raeisi, Chief Secretary of Japanese Cabinet called on Iran to play a constructive role in stabilizing situation in West Asia.
(2021-06-21). Iran exports to Eurasian countries grow by 66% in 1st two mos. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jun. 21 (MNA) — Iran's exports to Eurasian countries increased by 66% in the first two months of the Iranian year of 1400 compared to the same period last year, while imports from these countries decreased by 46%.
(2021-06-21). Moscow hoping to continue close coop. with new Iranian govt. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jun. 21 (MNA) — Russia positively assesses the results of the presidential vote in Iran and hopes that close cooperation will continue, Russian Foreign Ministry's Second Asian Department Director said.
(2021-06-21). Book review: Roland Boer — Socialism with Chinese Characteristics: A Guide for Foreigners. mronline.org 
Socialism with Chinese Characteristics challenges the simplistic mutually exclusive dualistic lens through which socialism in China is often viewed and judged. | June 21, 2021 | Review…
(2021-06-21). 'The Last G7': Satirical cartoon mocking bloc's attempt to suppress China goes viral. mronline.org 
A Chinese cartoonist's political satire, which mocked the Group of Seven (G7) members that attempt to suppress China, went viral on Chinese social media on Sunday, when the G7 summit was underway in Cornwall, the UK. | June 21, 2021…
(2021-06-21). Bicentennial Congress of the Peoples of the World to begin in Caracas, Venezuela. fightbacknews.org Grand Rapids, MI – The Bicentennial Congress of the Peoples of the World begins on June 21 in Caracas, Venezuela. To prepare for the Bicentennial Congress a series of Zoom meetings began in February 2021, with hundreds of people from more than 80 countries of the world participating in solidarity each month. | President Maduro of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela welcomed and spoke to the participants who attended from every part of the globe. These included countries where the working class holds power, like Cuba and China, with officials from their ruling parties, trade union movements, and international re…
(2021-06-21). Bilateral Meeting Between Arreaza and Lavrov in Moscow Confirmed. orinocotribune.com 
A bilateral meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, June 22, between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, Jorge Arreaza Montserrat, and his counterpart from the Russian Federation, Foreign Affairs Minister Segey Lavrov. This was confirmed this Thursday, June 17, by the spokesperson for the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Maria Zakharova. | The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs informed through a post on its Twitter account that the top diplomats, Arreaza and Lavrov, will discuss the present situation in Venezuela and in the region, bilateral relations, and the fight agai…
(2021-06-21). Bilateral Meeting Between Arreaza and Lavrov in Moscow Confirmed. orinocotribune.com 
A bilateral meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, June 22, between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, Jorge Arreaza Montserrat, and his counterpart from the Russian Federation, Foreign Affairs Minister Segey Lavrov. This was confirmed this Thursday, June 17, by the spokesperson for the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Maria Zakharova. | The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs informed through a post on its Twitter account that the top diplomats, Arreaza and Lavrov, will discuss the present situation in Venezuela and in the region, bilateral relations, and the fight agai…
(2021-06-21). Did U.S. Push Iran to Right? Hard-Line Cleric Wins Presidency; Nuclear Talks in Vienna Show Promise. democracynow.org 
Hard-line cleric Ebrahim Raisi won the Iranian presidential election with about 62% of the vote. Raisi has headed Iran's judiciary since 2019 and is seen as a protégé and possible successor of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Turnout in the election was just 49% — the lowest since the 1979 Iranian revolution — and dozens of candidates were barred from running in the election, including former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. Raisi appears to "have higher ambitions than just [the] presidency," says Nega Mortazavi, an Iranian American journalist and host of "The Iran Podcast." "He is preparing to be…
(2021-06-21). Communists call for united struggle after executioner Ebrahim Raisi takes Iranian presidency. peoplesworld.org 
Iranian Communists called for a united struggle of all progressive forces after the Friday election of the "bloodstained" candidate Ebrahim Raisi as the country's next president in a widely boycotted poll. The Tudeh Party of Iran (TPI) said in a statement that the turnout in the election, the lowest in the history of the Islamic …
(2021-06-21). U.S. To Remove Defense Systems From Saudi Arabia, Other Middle Eastern Countries. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | The US is about to remove defense systems to be removed from Iraq, Kuwait, Jordan and Saudi Arabia in order to allegedly reduce tensions with Iran, The Wall Street Journal said the Patriot anti-missile batteries were being removed from Iraq, Kuwait, Jordan and Saudi Arabia, and that a separate…
(2021-06-21). SAA Revenged Child's Death With Intense Shelling On Southern Idlib, Killing Turkish-Backed Commander. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Since the morning of June 21, the Syrian Arab Army (SAA) has been shelling Turkish-backed armed opposition groups' positions in southern Idlib governorate. Several casualties were reported, including one commander of the National Liberation Front (NLF). | According to the reports the SAA artillery targeted the suburbs of the towns of al-Bara, Ehsim, Kansafra, Mashoun and Fleifel in Zawiya Mountain area. | The shelling resulted in the killing of at least 2 fighters of the al-…
(2021-06-21). In Video: Helicopter Carrying Ballot Boxes Crashed In Iran. southfront.org 
Illustrative image | On June 19, a helicopter en route from the Ahmad Fadaleh area of Dezful crashed near Dezful, Iran. | One of the passengers, who reportedly was a security guard, was killed and 11 others were injured in the accident. | #BREAKING #news #bell214 #boeing (2021-06-21). First Test Of Israeli Airborne Laser System Successfully Completed. southfront.org 
Illustrative image | On June 21, the Israeli Defense Ministry reported on successful tests of an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) laser interception system installed on a plane. According to the reports, the target drones were launched at different ranges and flight altitudes, but each time they were shot down by the laser beam. | The first test of an airborne laser system was successfully completed, in what Defense Minister Benny Gantz hailed a major "tech…
(2021-06-21). Europe's Last 'Wanna-Be' Dictator: Nikol Pashinyan Claims Victory In Armenia Election. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, whose "Civil Contract" party reportedly won elections in Armenia. | He said that the Armenian people carried out a "steel" revolution, and also thanked for the support of the Russian government."Victory in the parliamentary elections will restore social and national consolidation. The people of Armenia have carried out a second revolution in three years. This time it was" steel "instead of" velvet ". All agreements will be fulfilled," Pashinyan said…
(2021-06-21). Military Situation In Syria On June 21, 2021 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | On June 21, Russia reported that Idlib militants violated the ceasefire regime in Greater Idlib 34 times: 16 — in Idlib province, 11 — in Latakia province, 5 — in Hama province, 2 — in Aleppo province | On June 21, artillery of Turkish-backed forces shelled SAA positions in Kafr Nubl area | On June 21, SAA artillery shelled positions of Turkish-backed forces in Ahsim village | On June 20, Russian forces established a new military post in the village…
(2021-06-21). Two Opposite Views of Alexei Navalny. southfront.org 
Illustrative image | Written by Eric Zuesse. | The views of Alexei Navalny in Russia and in the United States are virtually opposites of each other. | In America, for example, on June 20th, the New York Times headlined
(2021-06-21). Military Situation In Yemen On June 21, 2021 (Map Update). southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | The Liaison and Coordination Officers' Operations Room (loyal to Ansar Allah) reported 105 ceasefire violations in al-Hudaydah during the past 24 hours | On June 20, Saudi-led coalition warplanes conducted 11 airstrikes on the Sarwah area | On June 20, Saudi-led coalition warplanes conducted 2 airstrikes on the Maheliyah area | On June 20, Saudi-led coalition warplanes conducted 2 airstrikes on the Khab and Shaaf area | On June 20, Ansar Allah attacked Khamis Mushait with a Q…
(2021-06-21). Turkey Successfully Tests Its Home-Made Atmaca Anti-Ship Missile. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | On June 18th, Turkey's indigenous anti-ship missile 'Atmaca' successfully sank a decommissioned ship in a fire test. | | Tàºrk Silahlƒ± Kuvvetlerimize ve Donanmamƒ±za hayƒ±rlƒ±, uƒüurlu olsun. — Recep Tayyip Erdogan (@RTErdogan) Turkish Presi…
(2021-06-21). Gaza's Summer: Destruction, Pandemic, and Climate Change. juancole.com By Asmaa Abu Mezied | — ( Al-Shabaka ) — In 2013, the UNDP warned of the increasing occurrence of dangerous heatwaves in Palestine over the coming years as a result of climate change. Indeed, at the end of August 2020, the Palestine Meteorological Office issued a warning about an impending heatwave, where the temperature …
(2021-06-21). 20 Factories Destroyed, 5,000 Jobs Lost Due to Israel's Offensive on Gaza. globalresearch.ca Visit and follow us on Instagram at
(2021-06-21). The Rise and Fall of Netanyahu. counterpunch.org The rise of Benjamin Netanyahu was very like that of Donald Trump. Both won power as populist nationalist leaders exacerbating and exploiting polarisation within their own countries. Netanyahu inflated the threat from the Palestinians in the eyes of Israeli voters. Trump demonised blacks and immigrants.
(2021-06-21). Solidarity, Not Bourgeoisie Interests, Will Lead to Peace in Israel/Palestine. counterpunch.org In her recent article on the new cabinet of Israel Ariel Gold excellently dispels the myth of a possible path that may be taken by Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, especially with regards to the condition of the Palestinian people. The new cabinet is likely to continue with the established hostility towards any peaceful settlement with Palestinians, occasional battles with
(2021-06-21). Sydney continues to show solidarity with Palestine. greenleft.org.au Khaled Ghannam reports on the latest rally in Sydney for Palestine, which continues to be attacked by Israel.
(2021-06-21). Sue Bolton: Why I moved a Palestine solidarity motion on Moreland council. greenleft.org.au Sue Bolton reports on how a motion in solidarity with Palestine move at Moreland City Council was defeated by the casting vote of Labor Mayor Annalivia Carli-Hannan.
(2021-06-21). Palestine blasts UN for not listing Israel as child killer. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jun. 21 (MNA) — The Palestinian Foreign Ministry has criticized the United Nations for leaving Israel off the annual blacklist of parties responsible for grave violations against children.
(2021-06-21). Women's groups in Cyprus protest acquittal of police officers in Mitsero murders case. peoplesdispatch.org Following the murder of seven women and girls by Nikos Metaxas between 2016 and 2018, a probe was ordered into the role of the police. The investigation concluded that it could not be proved that there was negligence of duty…
(2021-06-21). ASHAs, India's frontline health workers, go on indefinite strike in two states. peoplesdispatch.org A.R. Sindhu, National Secretary, Centre of Indian Trade Unions explains why ASHAs are important to India's health system and why they are on strike.
(2021-06-21). Turkey to upgrade Ukraine's navy, prepare it for NATO. antibellum679354512.wordpress.com Turkey to upgrade Ukraine's navy, prepare it for NATORick Rozoff The foreign ministers of Turkey and Ukraine, Mevlàºt àáavu≈üoƒülu and Dmytro Kuleba, met during the weekend's three-day Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Turkey to discuss yet further strengthening bilateral military cooperation. The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry disclosed this about the content of the meeting: "Mevlàºt àáavu≈üoƒülu assured …
(2021-06-21). Sri Lanka is not safe for Tamils: Bring the Murugappan family home to Biloela. greenleft.org.au The Murugappan family must be sent back to Biloela where a job and a community is waiting for them, argues Renuga Inpakuma.
(2021-06-21). Sri Lanka is not safe for Tamils: Bring the Murugappan family home to Biloela. greenleft.org.au The Murugappan family has become a symbol for all refugees who have been treated as less than human because of Australian border and immigration policies, argues Renuga Inpakuma.
(2021-06-21). After Iraq War Authorization Repealed, Calls Grow to 'Do the 2001 AUMF Next'. globalresearch.ca Visit and follow us on Instagram at