(2020-05-26). Defying U.S. sanctions, first Iranian tanker reaches Venezuela. liberationnews.org 
The enhanced U.S. military presence in Caribbean waters did not deter Iran as the first of its five giant tankers full of gasoline and refinery supplies reached Venezuela's waters late Saturday, May 23.
(2020-05-26). First US Citizen Convicted for Protests at Nuclear Weapons Base in Germany. counterpunch.org COCHEM, Germany A US Air Force veteran of the US war in Vietnam and two other nuclear weapons protesters were found guilty of trespassing and damage to property in Cochem District Court May 11, 2020, as a result of July 2018 protest action at Germany's Bàºchel Air Force Base, where the United States positions 20
(2020-05-26). Trump Administration and the Washington Post: Picking Fights Together. counterpunch.org For the past several months, the Trump administration has been picking fights—using cold war rhetoric regarding China and applying a "maximum pressure" campaign against Iran. The editorial writers of the Washington Post for the past few weeks have written a series of pieces that support a hard line against China, and on May 24th…
(2020-05-25). US threatens nuclear arms race 'into oblivion' as it kills another treaty and mulls bomb tests. thegrayzone.com The Trump administration continues to undermine global arms control and increase the threat of a nuclear weapons race with Russia…
(2020-05-25). First of Five Iranian Tankers Docks in Venezuela Without Incident. globalresearch.ca First some facts about international maritime law. | No nation may interfere in the right of other states to engage in international trade. | No nation may enact legislation, regulations, or take other actions that contravene international agreements, treaties, or a body …
(2020-05-25). VIPS Memo: To the President—Avoid Hostilities Over Iranian Fuel Shipment to Venezuela. globalresearch.ca MEMORANDUM FOR: The President | FROM: Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity (VIPS) | SUBJECT: Avoiding Hostilities Over Iranian Fuel Shipment to Venezuela | Mr. President: | Recent U.S. rhetoric and actions against Venezuela — most immediately regarding Iran's shipping of gasoline desperately needed during …
(2020-05-25). China Derangement Syndrome: Notes From The Edge Of The Narrative Matrix. thealtworld.com ~ | Believing cold war is no big deal because nuclear war hasn't happened yet is the same as believing your game of Russian roulette is safe because the gun hasn't gone off yet. | ~ | There's no legitimate reason why nations can't just mind their own affairs and care for their own people. Having to read news every day about our government and its allies scheming to destroy nations which disobey them is severely disordered, and we should oppose it ferociously. | ~ | 1. We are in the middle of a slow-motion third world war between the US power alliance and the remaining nations which have resisted its aggressive at…
(2020-05-24). Iranian Fuel Tanker Reaches Venezuela, Defying US Threats. venezuelanalysis.com The five Iranian tankers are estimated to carry enough gasoline to supply Venezuela for 50 days.
(2020-05-07). Once Again Trump Scoffs Congressional War Powers with Republican Help. peaceaction.org Once Again Trump Scoffs Congressional War Powers with Republican Help Washington, D.C. — May 7, 2020 — In response to the veto by President Trump yesterday of a bill (S.J.Res.68) to reclaim congressional war powers in regards to Iran and the anticipated failure today of the Senate override vote, Paul Kawika Martin, Senior Director for …
(2020-04-23). A Myriad of Ways to Wage Peace During These Times. peaceaction.org 
As we shelter in our homes to protect ourselves from this global pandemic, we wanted to share some of the many ways you can remain active and impactful in the work for a more peaceful world. Peace Action has long been a leader in organizing international conferences, marches, and rallies around the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty …
(2020-03-13). Latest U.S. Military Strikes Are as Reckless as they are Cruel. peaceaction.org Washington, D.C. — March 12, 2020 — In response to reports that the U.S. has carried out five airstrikes on Iranian-backed militia sites in Iraq, Jon Rainwater, Executive Director of Peace Action, released the following statement: "At a time of one of the greatest global challenges of our lifetimes, it is shocking that the Trump …
(2020-03-11). Congress Sends Bipartisan Bill to Trump Rebuking Iran War. peaceaction.org Washington, D.C. — March 11, 2020 — In response to the House passing the bipartisan bill — S.J.Res.68 — that would thwart President Trump from going to war with Iran and end any current hostilities, Paul Kawika Martin, Senior Director for Policy and Political Affairs at Peace Action, released the following statement: "Both chambers and …
(2020-02-08). US Deploys 'Mini-Nukes' in Deplorable Threat to World Peace. theantimedia.com These so-called "mini-nukes" represent—despite the diminutive-sounding name—an increased risk of nuclear war.
(2020-02-05). Trump Says War With Iran Was "Closer Than You Thought" Last Month. theantimedia.com Trump told reporters that the U.S. came "closer than you thought" to war with Iran last month.
(2020-05-25). Cuba Is Punished for not Emulating the U.S. strategic-culture.org In April 2015, the Obama Administration removed Cuba from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism — a move in line with the diplomacy pursued following the release of the Five years later under U.S. President Donald Trump, Cuba is back on the U.S. terror sponsor list, joining Iran, North Korea, Syria and Sudan. The U.S. State Department notes, "Cuban's refusal to productively engage with the Colombian government demonstrates that is not cooperating with U.S. work to support Colombia's eff…
(2020-05-26). Tankers to Venezuela Are Part of Iranian Strategy to Mess With Trump in an Election Year as Payback for Soleimani. anti-empire.com 
Editor's note: Very interesting information. This helps explain why the Imperial navy has been conducting
| Iranian tankers were 2200 km from the US coast when the Iranian-flagged "Fortune", followed by "Forest", entered Venezuelan waters, challenging the US embargo and the US's threats. The Islamic Republic was broadcast…
(2020-05-26). Why Did Russia Refuse Venezuela's Request but Iran Accepted It? ahtribune.com 
Iranian tankers were 2200 km from the US coast when the Iranian-flagged "Fortune", followed by "Forest", entered Venezuelan waters, challenging the US embargo and the US's threats. The Islamic Republic was broadcasting loud and clear a strong message. | The first message was dispatched to the US administration after Gulf and Arab Leaders conveyed a direct message to the Iranian leaders: "Washington is determined to stop the Iranian tankers sailing to Venezuela". Iran responded to all messages received that "its five tankers will sail to Venezuela and if any of these tankers is intercepted, Iran will respond in…
(2020-05-24). The Wisdoms in Khamenei's 'Guidelines to Liberate Palestine'. ahtribune.com 
In his recent World Quds Day speech, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei declared The art of framing: a riposte to a Zionist-approved 'Arab solution' to Palesti…
(2020-05-26). President Rouhani signs law to counter hostile moves of Zionist regime. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 26 (MNA) — Iranian President Hassan Rouhani signed a law on Tuesday which will counter the Zionist regime's hostile actions against peace and security.
(2020-05-26). Rouhani urges Switzerland to play more constructive role against US illegal actions. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 26 (MNA) — In a telephone conversation with Swiss President Simonetta Sommaruga, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called on the European country to perform a more significant role against the US anti-Iranian behaviors.
(2020-05-26). Iran records 1,787 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 26 (MNA) — The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has infected 1,787 people and claimed 57 lives in Iran in the past 24 hours, a senior health official said.
(2020-05-26). Envoy condoles over death of Tajik famous figures, elites due to Covid-19. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 26 (MNA) — In a message on Tuesday, Iran's Ambassador to Dushanbe Mohammad Taghi Saberi expressed condolences over the death of a number of prominent Tajik scientific and literary figures and elites in recent weeks, amid the outbreak of the lethal coronavirus…
(2020-05-26). Iran: Virus deaths cross 7,500, cases near 140,000. yenisafak.com Iran's coronavirus death toll crossed 7,500 on Tuesday, while the number of confirmed cases moved close to 140,000.Health Ministry spokesman Kianoush Jahanpour said 57 people died over the past 24 hours, raising the nationwide death toll to 7,508.The country's overall case count reached 139,511 after 1,787 more people tested positive for COVID-19.He said 2,567 patients remain in critical condition across Iran, which is the hardest-hit country in the Middle East.A total of 109,437 people have recovered and been discharged from hospitals since Iran's outbreak began in the city of Qom on Feb. 19, according to the He…