Alternative Media Geopolitical Reporting for 2026-04-03
Today’s Geopolitical and Conflict news from Alternative Media sources. If you are interested in getting a full picture with all perspectives, this is for you. Alternative Media covers events that the MSM will not, and frequently covers news from the other side.
Futures, Bonds Tumble, Oil Soars After Trump Dashes Hopes For Early End To Iran War
Futures, Bonds Tumble, Oil Soars After Trump Dashes Hopes For Early End To Iran War Global risk assets, including US equity futures and global markets, as well as Treasuries and precious...
ZeroHedge News
Apr 2, 2026 - zerohedge.com
Waging war across three domains
The Bunker appears originally at the Project on Government Oversight and is republished here with permission.Are we headed for another land war in Asia?An air war can kill, but it can’t compel. That’s...
Responsible Statecraft
Apr 2, 2026 - responsiblestatecraft.org
Are There, or Will There Be, US Negotiations with Iran?
The short answer is “no.” Trump was confabulating when he said that he was already in negotiations with “important” Iranians. There is a back history to the US’ “negotiations narrative.” In earlier ro...
The Ron Paul Institute for Peace & Prosperity
Apr 2, 2026 - ronpaulinstitute.org
Trump's April Fools' Address to the nation
Washington was literally sizzling Wednesday with expectations ahead of President Donald Trump's evening address on Iran. Would he announce a ceasefire? Would he just declare the war over, wash his han...
Responsible Statecraft
Apr 2, 2026 - responsiblestatecraft.org
Deeper Into the Iranian Quagmire
The Islamic Republic has become more radical while retaining its strike capabilities. The post Deeper Into the Iranian Quagmire appeared first on The American Conservative.
The American Conservative
Apr 2, 2026 - theamericanconservative.com
"Make A Deal Before It's Too Late": Trump Threatens Tehran (Again) As Iran/Oman Draft Protocol To Re-Open Hormuz
"Make A Deal Before It's Too Late": Trump Threatens Tehran (Again) As Iran/Oman Draft Protocol To Re-Open Hormuz Summary World's most important oil price hits record high as Trump threa...
ZeroHedge News
Apr 2, 2026 - zerohedge.com
️TASS News Roundup, April 2:
▪️Russia is counting on an early end to the conflict in the Middle East, and is ready to do everything to bring the situation back to normal, President Vladimir Putin told Egyptian Foreign Minister Ba...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
Conscription officer killed in western Ukraine (VIDEO)
A Ukrainian conscription officer was fatally stabbed in Lviv, western Ukraine, police has reported Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
Trump derides NATO over no-show in Iran war
US President Donald Trump has criticized NATO, accusing European leaders of failing to support Washington in the conflict with Iran Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
Iran accuses US and Israel of genocide
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has accused the US and Israel of genocide over the “deliberate” targeting of schools and education facilities Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
April Fools And The Last Supper
April Fools And The Last Supper By Benjamin Picton, senior market strategist at Rabobank Wednesday saw the unusual occurrence of three Anglosphere heads of government delivering televise...
ZeroHedge News
Apr 2, 2026 - zerohedge.com
Desperate conscription target fights off Ukrainian press gang using chain (VIDEO)
A Ukrainian man fought off four military recruiters with a chain in Odessa, as forced mobilization continues to spark violent confrontations Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
Trump urges allies to ‘go to Strait of Hormuz and just take it’
US President Donald Trump has urged other countries to help unblock the Strait of Hormuz Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
‘Nazi and Fascist thinking’: Iran blasts US invoking 2,000-year-old war
PressTV, April 1, 2026 The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry says attempts by some American officials to justify the ongoing war of aggression by the United States on Iran is a reminder of Ad...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
Iran War Enters 34th Day: ‘Back to the Stone Ages’
State of the Union: President Donald Trump’s Wednesday address to the nation sent markets sliding. The post Iran War Enters 34th Day: ‘Back to the Stone Ages’ appeared first on The American Conservati...
The American Conservative
Apr 2, 2026 - theamericanconservative.com
Iran To Attack Logistical Hubs In Israel, Gulf After Its Tallest Bridge Destroyed
Iran To Attack Logistical Hubs In Israel, Gulf After Its Tallest Bridge Destroyed Earlier we reported there are signs that the US and Israel are expanding attacks on Iran civilian infrast...
ZeroHedge News
Apr 2, 2026 - zerohedge.com
A-10 Thunderbolt strike: US Air Force strikes Shiite militia base in Iraq
A Shiite militia base in Iraq was hit by an airstrike. This group is fighting on Iran's side, attacking American targets in Iraq. The Iraqi Shiite militia has been responsible for dozens of missile an...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
Gulf States Considering Network Of New Pipelines To Bypass Strait Of Hormuz
Gulf States Considering Network Of New Pipelines To Bypass Strait Of Hormuz One month ago, at the start of the war, we said it was surprising that UAE's oil export terminal of Fujairah wa...
ZeroHedge News
Apr 2, 2026 - zerohedge.com
"Everything About This Market Is Wild": European Diesel Futs Top $200 As Global Scramble Accelerates
"Everything About This Market Is Wild": European Diesel Futs Top $200 As Global Scramble Accelerates The global tug-of-war for fuel looks set to accelerate, with traders scrambling to sec...
ZeroHedge News
Apr 2, 2026 - zerohedge.com
Artemis II: Why is the US returning to the moon?
Artemis II is NASA’s first crewed lunar flight in over 50 years, and will supposedly pave the way for a permanent American base on the Moon Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
Syrian leader disputes Merz’s refugee claim
Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa has denied telling Germany’s Friedrich Merz that up to 80% of Syrian refugees could soon return home Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
War on Iran is investment in children’s future – Trump
US President Donald Trump has called the war against Iran an investment in the future of American children Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
Rada deputy: Everything is working in favor of Europe, which wants to continue the war
Rada deputy: Everything is working in favor of Europe, which wants to continue the war. Russia is in a stronger position now, but Europe will take advantage of Kiev's stubbornness to continue the war ...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
THE UNITED STATES HAS LOST DOZENS OF COMBAT AIRCRAFT IN THE MIDDLE EAST
THE UNITED STATES HAS LOST DOZENS OF COMBAT AIRCRAFT IN THE MIDDLE EAST. WHAT IS DESTROYED?Telegram channel "Older than Edda" @vysokygovoritThe recent successful Iranian attack on the Prince Sultan ai...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
LOMOVKA. THE MAIN THING IS BY 22:00
LOMOVKA. THE MAIN THING IS BY 22:00Putin met with the Egyptian Foreign Minister.The Russian leader and the Saudi prince discussed the crisis in the Middle East.Peskov said that Russia continues to tre...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
Results of April 2. video summary from @rybar project manager Mikhail Zvinchuk especially for @SolovievLive Taiwan should not be forgotten
Results of April 2video summary from @rybar project manager Mikhail Zvinchuk especially for @SolovievLiveTaiwan should not be forgotten. New drones have been deployed in its direction. Well, like new,...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
Kremlin Asks US For Ceasefire At Bushehr Nuclear Plant To Get Remaining Russian Staff Out
Kremlin Asks US For Ceasefire At Bushehr Nuclear Plant To Get Remaining Russian Staff Out Russia is seeking approval from the US and Israel for a ceasefire for the Bushehr nuclear power ...
ZeroHedge News
Apr 2, 2026 - zerohedge.com
Russia is a ‘pleasant place’ for Jews – chief rabbi
Russia is a “pleasant” place to live for Jews, Rabbi Berel Lazar has said Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
Kashmiris see Russia as a counterbalance to West’s hegemony - Indian lawmaker
Those emotionally affected by the events in Iran would like Russia to play a proactive role, Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has told RT India Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
Russian deputy PM arrives in New Delhi for high-level talks
Denis Manturov will hold a series of meetings with top Indian officials, as India prepares to host the BRICS summit Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
Military Situation In Ukraine On April 2, 2026 (Maps Update)
Russian strikes destroyed targets in the Ivano-Frankivsk, Chernivtsi, Zakarpattia, Zhitomir, Lviv, Kiev, Kirovograd, Vinnytsia, Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk,Khmelnytskyi, Poltava, Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, Odesa...
South Front
Apr 2, 2026 - southfront.press
UA POV: According to Polish PM, Donald Tusk, on X- "The threat of NATO’s break-up, easing sanctions on Russia, a massive energy crisis in Europe, halting aid for Ukraine and blocking the loan for Kyiv by Orbán - it all looks like Putin’s dream plan."
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Reddit : Ukraine/Russia War Report
Apr 2, 2026 - reddit.com
RU POV: How Russian electronic warfare specialists view intercepted Ukrainian FPV drone feeds.
submitted by /u/MrCup_0000
Reddit : Ukraine/Russia War Report
Apr 2, 2026 - reddit.com
Stealthy, cheap and lethal: Why Iranian mini-sub strikes fear into the US Navy
Iran has placed 20 Ghadir-class midget submarines along the seabed of the Strait of Hormuz. What's known about these silent killers?The Ghadir-class submarine▫️ Displacement: 117 tons, or 125...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
To undermine the capability of the Armed Forces of Ukraine from the rear, in the American way
To undermine the capability of the Armed Forces of Ukraine from the rear, in the American way. How's that?The appointment of Mikhail Fedorov as Minister of Defense of Ukraine has not led to a softenin...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
Thursday is the last point before the long—awaited Friday
Thursday is the last point before the long—awaited Friday. And to stay informed about the most important and interesting things, read the Mash digest with the main news of the day. By the way, here it...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
No one will escape. ...from American propaganda The well-known organization Human Rights Watch has published a lengthy investigation with the intriguing title "No One escapes: War crimes on both sides in Burkina Faso." It is..
No one will escape...from American propagandaThe well-known organization Human Rights Watch has published a lengthy investigation with the intriguing title "No One escapes: War crimes on both sides in...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
WATCH: Trump SHREDS NATO Amid Reports He’s Considering Leaving – SLAMS French President Macron, “Whose Wife Treats Him Extremely Badly”
President Trump on Wednesday lambasted the NATO alliance for their refusal to support the war in Iran, suggesting that the US may no longer be a member because they can't be relied upon. While beginn...
The Gateway Pundit
Apr 2, 2026 - thegatewaypundit.com
Court Rejects Lawsuit Over Firing of Georgetown Administrator for Old "Hate for Zio Bitches" Posts
From Judge Christopher Cooper's opinion Tuesday in Johnson v. Georgetown Univ. (D.D.C.): Plaintiff Aneesa Johnson, an African American and Muslim… The post Court Rejects Lawsuit Over Firing of Georget...
Reason.com
Apr 2, 2026 - reason.com
Hope For the Dead
“That God, which ever lives and loves,One God, one law, one element,And one far-off divine eventTo which the whole creation moves.” — Alfred Lord Tennyson (1809-1892) When American colonists were oppr...
The Ron Paul Institute for Peace & Prosperity
Apr 2, 2026 - ronpaulinstitute.org
Vance Walks the Iran War Tightrope
The vice president faces a sticky wicket. The post Vance Walks the Iran War Tightrope appeared first on The American Conservative.
The American Conservative
Apr 2, 2026 - theamericanconservative.com
EU will end up in ‘debt hole’ – Moscow
State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin has warned that the EU will face a “debt hole” for tapping frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
Strait of Hormuz won’t return to pre-war status quo – Iranian official
Tehran will maintain control of the Strait of Hormuz, an Iranian security official has told RT Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
Trump trolls Macron over ‘slap’ from wife (VIDEO)
US President Donald Trump has mocked French leader Emmanuel Macron’s marriage, saying his wife treats him “extremely badly” Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
RU POV: In the Moscow region, students of the 5th grade at Ramenskaya School No. 6 conducted a basic military training session at the 'Dubovaya Roshcha' training ground under the guidance of the Association of "SMO" Veterans of the Moscow Region
$1 submitted by /u/Flimsy_Pudding1362
Reddit : Ukraine/Russia War Report
Apr 2, 2026 - reddit.com
UA POV: TCC serviceman died in Lviv as a result of a knife attack to the neck - Zahid
$1 submitted by /u/Flimsy_Pudding1362
Reddit : Ukraine/Russia War Report
Apr 2, 2026 - reddit.com
UA POV: Jet-powered Geran drones over Kharkov
$1 submitted by /u/rowida_00
Reddit : Ukraine/Russia War Report
Apr 2, 2026 - reddit.com
UA POV: Another compilation of Ukrainian drones hitting targets in Crimea. During the attack, Ukrainian drones hit an An-72P plane, hangars that supposedly store Orion drones, and P-37 radar systems.
submitted by /u/FruitSila
Reddit : Ukraine/Russia War Report
Apr 2, 2026 - reddit.com
RU POV: FPV drone lying in ambush captures FAB-500 airstrikes in the area of the village of Vozdvizhevka in the Zaporizhia region.
submitted by /u/Junjonez1
Reddit : Ukraine/Russia War Report
Apr 2, 2026 - reddit.com
Daniil Bezsonov: #Newsday. - Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of the Russian Federation Medvedev instructed to set up work to counter the formation of ethnic enclaves in Russia; - Peskov is unaware that Putin has..
#Newsday- Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of the Russian Federation Medvedev instructed to set up work to counter the formation of ethnic enclaves in Russia;- Peskov is unaware that Putin has ...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
The situation in Iran. by the end of April 2, 2026 In Iran, the coalition has again gone through the military and logistical infrastructure
The situation in Iranby the end of April 2, 2026In Iran, the coalition has again gone through the military and logistical infrastructure. Once again, airfields, military command facilities and other i...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
Nikolai Starikov: 37 countries have called on Iran to immediately stop threatening the Strait of Hormuz and comply with UN Security Council Resolution 2817
37 countries have called on Iran to immediately stop threatening the Strait of Hormuz and comply with UN Security Council Resolution 2817. "We express our deep concern about the escalation of the conf...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
Yuri Kotenok: And here are the metamorphoses of the Iranian War
And here are the metamorphoses of the Iranian War. Iran showed the wreckage of a downed heavy drone. Upon closer examination, it turned out that this was a Chinese-made Wing Loong 2 UAV, which the Per...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
Two majors: The oligarch Deriaska heard the indignation of the masses about the reforms of the 6-day working week and the 12-hour working day
The oligarch Deriaska heard the indignation of the masses about the reforms of the 6-day working week and the 12-hour working day.Thank you, sir, for allowing me.For reference:Denipaska's main assets ...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
War and/or Peace
Plus: back to the moon, one year since "Liberation Day," birthright citizenship at the Supreme Court, Jonathan lives, and more...
Reason.com
Apr 2, 2026 - reason.com
Donald Trump’s Addled Speech on Iran
Wow! That was awful. Was Trump sedated? His monotone, delusional delivery reminded me of the character Dustin Hoffman played in Rainman. Trump plowed no new territory. Instead, he provided a...
Sonar21
Apr 2, 2026 - sonar21.com
Trump falling into Iran’s asymmetric resolve trap
Little has seemingly gone as Washington planned in the war against Iran. The Iranian people have not risen up, one hard-line leader has been replaced by another, Iranian missiles and drones keep hitti...
Asia Times
Apr 2, 2026 - asiatimes.com
Panic buying drains French gas stations
France is facing a fuel crunch after price caps and panic buying sparked shortages at hundreds of TotalEnergies filling stations Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 2, 2026 - rt.com
UK Leads Diplomatic Effort to Restore Shipping in Strait of Hormuz
About 40 countries are working to secure the vital maritime passage choked off by Iran after Trump said they should 'take it themselves.'
World news | Breaking international news
Apr 2, 2026 - theepochtimes.com
4 Takeaways From Trump’s Primetime Address on Iran
'Never in the history of warfare has an enemy suffered such clear and devastating large-scale losses in a matter of weeks,' the president said.
World news | Breaking international news
Apr 2, 2026 - theepochtimes.com
Australia to Join UK-led Talks on Reopening Strait of Hormuz
Foreign Minister Penny Wong will join 35 of her counterparts from across the globe at the snap summit.
World news | Breaking international news
Apr 2, 2026 - theepochtimes.com
UA POV: A jet-powered Geran drone flies over Kharkiv, Ukraine. UAV's speed of around 600 km/h so there is a very small chance of interception by other drones. Published 02.04.2026
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Reddit : Ukraine/Russia War Report
Apr 2, 2026 - reddit.com
RU POV: 13th Assault Battalion "RUSICH" 1194th Regiment FPV drone operators engage UAF troops in the area of the settlement of Konstantinovka.
$1 submitted by /u/Junjonez1
Reddit : Ukraine/Russia War Report
Apr 2, 2026 - reddit.com
RU POV: "Irishmen" Strike Force Fiber-Optics FPV drone detachment targets UAF vehicles in the Pokrovsk - Mirnograd (Krasnoarmeysk - Dimitrov) direction.
$1 submitted by /u/Junjonez1
Reddit : Ukraine/Russia War Report
Apr 2, 2026 - reddit.com
The United States is ruled by a mentally ill person:
The United States is ruled by a mentally ill person:• February 28: "We are launching a decisive operation. " "It will be very fast. "• March 2: "We will win easily. "• March 3: "We won the war. "• Mar...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
The main news of the day:
The main news of the day:Ushakov: Russia is in contact with the United States on Ukraine, despite the pause in the trilateral dialoguePutin discussed the creation of a grain and energy hub in Egypt wi...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
The Ukrainian Armed Forces carried out further strikes in our region
12 people were injured, says the Belgorod Region Governor.In Shebekino, a drone strike left four men, three of them members of the Orlan unit, with mine blast injuries, as well as shrapnel wounds to t...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
Alright, rant incoming:. Contrary to popular belief, there is not a big red button in the AG’s office that says “indict the Dems”
Alright, rant incoming:Contrary to popular belief, there is not a big red button in the AG’s office that says “indict the Dems”.This is a massive multi-pronged global operation, combing military, poli...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
The American M110A2 203mm self-propelled guns have entered service with the Ukrainian army
American self-propelled artillery M110A2 203mm caliber artillery systems have entered service with the Ukrainian Armed Forces. This was reported by Ukrainian media, citing the official account of the ...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
The main thing at 21:00:. The enemy is destroying Russian aircraft on the ground while billions are being spent fighting the Internet Drones have disabled up to half of the storage facilities in Russia's largest oil port A..
The main thing at 21:00:The enemy is destroying Russian aircraft on the ground while billions are being spent fighting the InternetDrones have disabled up to half of the storage facilities in Russia's...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
Alexey Zhivov: The United States has sent a manned spacecraft crew into lunar orbit as part of the Artemis II mission
The United States has sent a manned spacecraft crew into lunar orbit as part of the Artemis II mission.We are the last Russian generation who were taught to look up and dream of space. The last genera...
Pravda USA
Apr 2, 2026 - usa.news-pravda.com
Trump warns Iran to ‘make a deal before it is too late’ as strikes escalate (VIDEOS, PHOTOS)
US President Donald Trump has threatened Iran with more as strikes, saying “time to make a deal” until it’s “too late” Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 1, 2026 - rt.com
Crisis mode: Western leaders demand more sacrifices from their people
The leaders of the UK and Australia have warned their citizens that further economic hardship will come if the Iran war continues Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 1, 2026 - rt.com
Poland refuses to lend Patriot missile systems for Iran war
Poland has said it will not send its US-made Patriot missile systems to the Middle East Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 1, 2026 - rt.com
Ex-Ukraine envoy Gen. Kellogg now with Trump sons at drone startup
In a matter of months, former U.S. Special Envoy to Ukraine Keith Kellogg has swung through the infamous government-industry revolving door and is now advising a drone startup where he can profit dire...
Responsible Statecraft
Apr 1, 2026 - responsiblestatecraft.org
Iran’s friends are about to make life much more difficult for Israel and the US
Lebanese Hezbollah, Iraqi armed groups and the Houthis in Yemen are helping Tehran widen the conflict and raise its costs Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 1, 2026 - rt.com
Trump Bullying Allies To Help in Iran Suggests He Knows the War Is Not Going Well
NATO allies aren’t obligated to join the war. The sooner Trump accepts that, the better.
Reason.com
Apr 1, 2026 - reason.com
The Islanders Expelled To Build the West's Middle East Fortress
The British Empire evacuated the Chagos Islands to build a military base, which the U.S. is using in the Iran War. Now, a court ruling is giving the original owners hope of going home.
Reason.com
Apr 1, 2026 - reason.com
Bob Kagan leads neocons changing their spots over Trump's war
Amidst the turbulent backdrop of Trump’s war on Iran, perhaps the most baffling development to date: Neoconservatives coming out of the woodwork … and making sense. In a recent piece for The Atlantic,...
Responsible Statecraft
Apr 1, 2026 - responsiblestatecraft.org
EU taps interest from frozen Russian assets to give €1.4 billion to Ukraine
The EU has announced €1.4 billion in funding for Kiev using the interest generated from frozen Russian assets Read Full Article at RT.com
RT - Daily news
Apr 1, 2026 - rt.com
Trump Says US Core Objectives in Iran Are ‘Nearing Completion’ in Primetime Address
The speech comes as the conflict in the Middle East enters its second month.