Daily Archives: May 8, 2020

2020-05-08: News Headlines

RT (2020-05-08). When silence speaks volumes: US cut off ALL communication channels with Caracas after botched mercenary raid, says Maduro. rt.com Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has said that evidence will soon reveal the US leader himself was behind the failed incursion attempt, noting that Washington severed all remaining ties with Caracas thereafter. | In an interview with Uruguayan reporter Jorge Gestoso on Thursday evening, Maduro said the freshly-appointed Ambassador James Story — the first formal US envoy to the country in some 10 years — and other senior American officials were to blame for last weekend's attempted raid, in which two US security contractors were arrested and eight local fighters killed. | "James Story has his feet,…

RT (2020-05-08). Kiev won't reciprocate to Georgia's move and recall ambassador after Saakashvili headed Ukraine's reform body. rt.com Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday described as a mistake the decision of the Georgian government to recall its ambassador. | Teimuraz Sharashenidze, Georgia's envoy to Ukraine, was recalled from Kiev for consultations after Mikhail Saakashvili, the fugitive ex-president of Georgia, who faces embezzlement charges at home, was appointed the head of executive committee of reforms in Ukraine. | Saakashvili is the citizen of Ukraine, Zelensky said, adding that the decision to appoint the former Georgian leader was "the inner policy" of Ukraine. | Kiev will not recall its ambassador from Tbilisi, Zele…

RT (2020-05-08). Georgia recalls envoy from Kiev as its ex-President Saakashvili, a wanted man back home, lands top govt job in Ukraine. rt.com Tbilisi is recalling its ambassador from Kiev for consultations, a day after Ukraine elevated Mikhail Saakashvili, the fugitive ex-president of Georgia who faces embezzlement charges at home, to the head of Ukraine's reform body. | Teimuraz Sharashenidze, Georgia's envoy to Ukraine, was told to pack and return until further notice, Davit Zalkaliani, the country's Foreign Minister, told the

Paul Antonopoulos (2020-05-08). Greece's Renewed Relations with Syria Further Isolates Turkey in the Eastern Mediterranean. globalresearch.ca On Tuesday, the

en.mehrnews (2020-05-08). Tehran, Moscow emphasize strengthening bilateral, intl. coop. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) — Iranian Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali and Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov in a telephone conversation on Thu. explored the avenues for bolstering regional and international cooperation.

RT (2020-05-07). 'America needs you!' Comey rallies anti-Trump #Resistance amid meltdown over DOJ dropping Flynn case. rt.com The Justice Department's dropping of charges against former National Security Advisor Gen. Michael Flynn unleashed a torrent of liberal rage. Among those seething at the Trump administration was former FBI chief James Comey. | Flynn was one of the first Trump officials to be targeted by the FBI's 'Russiagate' probe, and pleaded guilty in 2017 of lying to the Bureau about his communications with Russian ambassador Sergey Kislyak. | Also on rt.com | | However, the Dep…

en.mehrnews (2020-05-07). Syria's Parliamentary election postponed for July 19. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 07 (MNA) — Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has signed a decree postponing the May 20 elections until July 19, according to his office on Thursday.

en.mehrnews (2020-05-07). Iranian amb. to Baghdad congratulates al-Kazemi on approval as PM. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, May 07 (MNA) — Iran's Ambassador to Baghdad Iraj Masjedi on Thursday extended congratulation to Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kazemi on receiving vote of confidence from the parliament.

Eric A. Gordon (2020-05-06). Consolation and empathy in a time of plague: Some helpful readings. peoplesworld.org The world is passing through a time of epic plague, and empathy is in short supply. The usual observances are missing. Public gatherings don't take place. Funerals are brief affairs, just quick burials or cremations. Eulogies are postponed. People return home to mourn alone, finding whatever solace may come though a shaky, impersonal online family …

Aaron Maté (2020-05-06). Exclusive: OPCW chief made false claims to denigrate Douma whistleblower, documents reveal. thegrayzone.com The Grayzone has obtained documents exposing numerous falsehoods and misleading claims by OPCW Director General Fernando Arias to degrade the…

Ryan Cristián (2020-04-29). Israel Attacks Syria, US OKs Annexation, OPCW Caught Again & Impending (Already Here) Bio False Flag. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (4/28/19). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth …

The Grayzone (2020-04-28). Exclusive: OPCW insiders slam 'compromised' new Syria chemical weapons probe. thegrayzone.com Current and former staff members of the OPCW have denounced the organization's IIT report alleging Syrian government sarin use at…

Jason Ditz (2020-02-20). Turkey Kills Over 50 Syrian Troops, Russian Warplanes Intervene to Halt Offensive. theantimedia.com Russia called the situation a "worst case scenario."

Middle East Eye (2020-02-07). Russia Says Israel Used Civilian Plane as Human Shield During Syria Strikes. theantimedia.com Russia accused Israel of "making a total mockery of the lives of hundreds of innocent civilians."

Middle East Eye (2020-02-06). Turkey Gives Assad Deadline to Pull Back or Face Military Action. theantimedia.com Turkey has given the Syrian government until the end of this month to withdraw from recently seized territory in Idlib province.

IRNA (2020-05-06). Lebanon appreciates Iran for medical aid to fight coronavirus. iranian.com Lebanese foreign affairs and health and public services ministers on Tuesday expressed gratitude for Tehran's medical aid to help fight COVID-19. According to Al-Manar, Lebanese Health Minister Hamad Hassan hailed Iran's medical supply which includes 15 ventilators and a large number of testing kits, saying that this message of Iran is message of affection, friendship …

sputniknews (2020-05-08). Syria Reopens Umayyad Mosque in Damascus – Video. sputniknews.com The Syrian authorities earlier decided to ease coronavirus-related restrictions in the country, lifting the ban on public transportation within provinces on May 10 and reopening certain categories of schools on 31 May.

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Greece's Renewed Relations with Syria Further Isolates Turkey in the Eastern Mediterranean
Paul Antonopoulos | globalresearch.ca | 2020-05-08
On Tuesday, the Greek Foreign Ministry finally announced a restoration of relations between Greece and Syria and assigned former ambassador to Syria and Russia, Tasia Athanassiou, as a Special Envoy of Greece's Foreign Ministry for Syria. Greek Foreign Minister …
globalresearch.ca/greece-renewed-relations-syria-isolates-turkey/5712179

When silence speaks volumes: US cut off ALL communication channels with Caracas after botched mercenary raid, says Maduro
rt.com | 2020-05-08
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has said that evidence will soon reveal the US leader himself was behind the failed incursion attempt, noting that Washington severed all remaining ties with Caracas thereafter. | In an interview with Uruguayan reporter Jorge Gestoso on Thursday evening, Maduro said the freshly-appointed Ambassador James Story

Kiev won't reciprocate to Georgia's move and recall ambassador after Saakashvili headed Ukraine's reform body
rt.com | 2020-05-08
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday described as a mistake the decision of the Georgian government to recall its ambassador. | Teimuraz Sharashenidze, Georgia's envoy to Ukraine, was recalled from Kiev for consultations after Mikhail Saakashvili, the fugitive ex-president of Georgia, who faces embezzlement charges at home, was appointed the head of executive committee of reforms in Ukraine. | Saakashvili is the citizen of Ukraine, Zelensky said, adding that the decision to appoint the former Georgian leader was "the inner policy" of Ukraine. | Kiev will not recall its ambassador from Tbilisi, Zele…
rt.com/newsline/488183-ukraine-zelensky-saakashvili-ambassador/

Tehran, Moscow emphasize strengthening bilateral, intl. coop
en.mehrnews.com | 2020-05-08
TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA)

Georgia recalls envoy from Kiev as its ex-President Saakashvili, a wanted man back home, lands top govt job in Ukraine
rt.com | 2020-05-08
Tbilisi is recalling its ambassador from Kiev for consultations, a day after Ukraine elevated Mikhail Saakashvili, the fugitive ex-president of Georgia who faces embezzlement charges at home, to the head of Ukraine's reform body. | Teimuraz Sharashenidze, Georgia's envoy to Ukraine, was told to pack and return until further notice, Davit Zalkaliani, the country's Foreign Minister, told the media…
rt.com/news/488112-georgia-ambassador-ukraine-saakashvili/

Iran is in Syria to stay, and Damascus's response towards Israel is only postponed
Elijah Magnier | thealtworld.com | 2020-05-07
Recently, Israel claimed Iran was withdrawing its forces from Syria following the repetitive airstrikes Tel Aviv jets carried out from above Lebanon and additionally violating Iraqi air space. Furthermore, Israeli officials seem to believe that Iran can't accept being challenged in Syria, yet is still far from seeking revenge anytime soon. This is Israeli wishful thinking, wanting to drag Iran into a confrontation according to Tel Aviv's own terms and timetable. This tactic to drag Iran into the war seems to be supported both by Israel and the US, offering President Donald Trump the potential victory he needs for…
thealtworld.com/elijah_magnier/iran-is-in-syria-to-stay-and-damascuss-response-towards-israel-is-only-postponed

Syria's Parliamentary election postponed for July 19
en.mehrnews.com | 2020-05-07
TEHRAN, May 07 (MNA)

'America needs you!' Comey rallies anti-Trump #Resistance amid meltdown over DOJ dropping Flynn case
rt.com | 2020-05-07
The Justice Department's dropping of charges against former National Security Advisor Gen. Michael Flynn unleashed a torrent of liberal rage. Among those seething at the Trump administration was former FBI chief James Comey. | Flynn was one of the first Trump officials to be targeted by the FBI's 'Russiagate' probe, and pleaded guilty in 2017 of lying to the Bureau about his communications with Russian ambassador Sergey Kislyak. | Also on rt.com | | End of Russiagate? DOJ drops case against Trump adviser Flynn that started 'witch hunt' | However, the Dep…
rt.com/usa/488085-comey-rallies-liberals-doj-flynn/

Iranian amb. to Baghdad congratulates al-Kazemi on approval as PM
en.mehrnews.com | 2020-05-07
TEHRAN, May 07 (MNA)

Exclusive: OPCW chief made false claims to denigrate Douma whistleblower, documents reveal
Aaron Maté | thegrayzone.com | 2020-05-06
The Grayzone has obtained documents exposing numerous falsehoods and misleading claims by OPCW Director General Fernando Arias to degrade the…
thegrayzone.com/2020/05/06/opcw-douma-whistleblower/

Israel Attacks Syria, US OKs Annexation, OPCW Caught Again & Impending (Already Here) Bio False Flag
Ryan Cristián | thelastamericanvagabond.com | 2020-04-29
Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (4/28/19). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth …
thelastamericanvagabond.com/daily-wrap-up/israel-attacks-syria-us-oks-annexation-opcw-caught-again-impending-already-here-bio-false-flag/

Exclusive: OPCW insiders slam 'compromised' new Syria chemical weapons probe
The Grayzone | thegrayzone.com | 2020-04-28
Current and former staff members of the OPCW have denounced the organization's IIT report alleging Syrian government sarin use at…
thegrayzone.com/2020/04/28/opcw-insiders-ltamenah-chemical-weapons-report/

Lebanon appreciates Iran for medical aid to fight coronavirus
IRNA | iranian.com | 2020-05-06
Lebanese foreign affairs and health and public services ministers on Tuesday expressed gratitude for Tehran's medical aid to help fight COVID-19. According to Al-Manar, Lebanese Health Minister Hamad Hassan hailed Iran's medical supply which includes 15 ventilators and a large number of testing kits, saying that this message of Iran is message of affection, friendship …
iranian.com/2020/05/06/lebanon-appreciates-iran-for-medical-aid-to-fight-coronavirus/

Syria Reopens Umayyad Mosque in Damascus – Video
sputniknews.com | 2020-05-08
The Syrian authorities earlier decided to ease coronavirus-related restrictions in the country, lifting the ban on public transportation within provinces on May 10 and reopening certain categories of schools on 31 May.
sputniknews.com/middleeast/202005081079239827-syria-reopens-umayyad-mosque-in-damascus—video/