Bolivian coup government seeks to prosecute Morales for TERRORISM over alleged call to block roads in protest

Bolivia’s new government is prosecuting former President Evo Morales on terrorism and sedition charges, alleging the exiled leader, who fled to Mexico in fear for his life, is masterminding protesters’ blockades of the cities. … Read More >Bolivian coup government seeks to prosecute Morales for TERRORISM over alleged call to block roads in protest

Chinese ambassador warns Canada of ‘VERY BAD damage’ to relations if it takes up US line on HK protests

Beijing’s new ambassador to Canada has urged Ottawa not to echo American support for ongoing protests in Hong Kong, warning that such a move would be ruinous to relations for the two countries. … Read More >Chinese ambassador warns Canada of ‘VERY BAD damage’ to relations if it takes up US line on HK protests

Authorities impose curfew in capital of Colombia, deploy 20k police against protesters

Colombian President Iván Duque instructed the authorities in Bogota to impose an overnight curfew on the entire Colombian capital, as 20,000 uniformed police were deployed to “establish order” amid anti-government protests. … Read More >Authorities impose curfew in capital of Colombia, deploy 20k police against protesters

Abby Martin: Netanyahu should be I indicted for war crimes! ‘Gaza fights for freedom!’

On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to former Israeli ambassador to the US and former deputy foreign minister Danny Ayalon. He is challenged by host Afshin Rattansi on Israeli settlements which are illegal under international law … Read More >Abby Martin: Netanyahu should be I indicted for war crimes! ‘Gaza fights for freedom!’

Hong Kong’s opposition unites with Washington hardliners to ‘preserve the US’s own political and economic interests’

On November 19th, the US Senate unanimously passed the “Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act.” Despite loudly proclaiming to protect “human rights” and “democracy,” a closer look at this legislation reveals … Read More >Hong Kong’s opposition unites with Washington hardliners to ‘preserve the US’s own political and economic interests’

Drones, robots, lasers, supersonic gliders & other high-tech arms: Putin wants Russian military to be up to any future challenge

The Russian military will be going all out sci-fi, with Vladimir Putin saying the plan for boosting the Armed Forces until 2033 should focus on AI and weapons based on ‘new physical principles.’ … Read More >Drones, robots, lasers, supersonic gliders & other high-tech arms: Putin wants Russian military to be up to any future challenge