Government invites world’s ‘most repressive’ regimes to London arms fair
During the Cold War, Soviet totalitarianism was loudly condemned by the West. Today, its remnants score invitations to buy arms from Western companies in London.
Brexit & Foreign Policy
29 US states allow you to be fired for being gay
In 29 states there are no anti-discrimination laws regarding sexual orientation and in 34 states it is legal to discriminate against transgender people.
Opinion: Russia’s attitude over Syria is significantly affected by West’s deception over Libya
Russia’s opposition to military action in Syria is partly the result of it feeling deceived over the UN vote to intervene in Libya two years ago, argues Tom London.
Kenya votes to leave the International Criminal Court, but what does this mean for the ICC?
Calum Young is studying for a masters in European Law at the University of Leiden, having previously studied both Law and German. Due to the developing crisis in Syria over the use of chemical weapons, it has been suggested intest
Assad’s transformation from potential knight to villain in the eyes of the West
Britain’s view of President Assad has transformed over the years, but the West still hasn’t learnt lessons about supporting dictators around the world.
Tony Abbott doesn’t want to be Australia’s David Cameron: Australia Election Analysis
Australian Liberal Leader Tony Abbott fears falling short of a Parliamentary majority when all the Murdoch press are behind him, but he doesn’t deserve to win.
Obama administration’s aim to strike Syria divides opinion
President Obama is pursuing a course of military action against Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria. Here is a round-up of the debate over intervention in Syria.
Opinion: the Conservatives will live to regret the EU referendum
Europe has long been a problem for the Conservative Party and whichever way the EU referendum goes has pitfalls for the Prime Minister.
Syria debate – poisoning the well and dragging into the gutter
The Syria debate shows that since the Iraq War politicians and the public have become less inclined to accept the word of those in authority.
Siding With A Tyrant: British Policy Towards Bahrain And Its People
The people of Bahrain have suffered severe repression at the hands of their government and yet the UK continues to support the Bahraini monarchy.