
Left wins first round in French legislative vote
There is good news for France's new Socialist Party President, Francois Hollande.

Greek fascist assaults two women on television
A male Greek fascist politician physically assaulted two left-wing women members of parliament during a television show June 8.

The war on Palestinian soccer: Free Mahmoud Sarsak
Sarsak was branded an "illegal combatant" by Israel's military judicial system, and was since imprisoned without any charges or trial.

Iranian union leader calls for workers' solidarity
Due to my trade union activities, I was arrested and incarcerated. I was brutally attacked and beaten during my arrest, and severely afflicted, physically and psychologically.

Extremism, foreign intervention dangers increase in Mali
The political situation in the West African country of Mali has taken a significant turn for the worse.

Iran rights group demands release of political prisoner “hostages”
The Islamic Republic's political prisoners are hostages held to terrorize the nation, says UK-based Committee for the Defence of the Iranian People's Rights.

Irish voters hold their noses, OK forced austerity
This will be seen as a victory for those who are promoting austerity as the solution for Europe's fiscal woes.

An in-depth look at Germany’s Left Party congress
The media were keen for a real wide split in the party. In truth, a lot of the members feared the same.

Quebec students continue strike vs. tuition hike
Student leaders vowed to continue their campaign of peaceful protest, dubbed by some as the "Maple Spring."


