“Why not give peace a chance?” – Gaza ceasefire reaction
Reaction from the Israeli and Arab press to the Gaza ceasefire.
Brexit & Foreign Policy
Hague officially recognises Syrian opposition and paves the way for action
Britian today officially recognised the Syrian national coalition as “the sole legitimate representitve” of the Syrian people.
Anti-immigration Copé succeeds Sarkozy as UMP leader – but don’t rule out a comeback
The UMP have picked themselves up from Sarkozy’s defeat and internal strife to pick a new leader, Jean-Francois Copé.
Miliband warns ground invasion would be “a disaster for the peoples of both Gaza and Israel”
Labour leader Ed Miliband today called for a “halt to violence on both sides”, calling the deaths of the past few days “horrifying”.
Hague: Formation of new Syria coalition “very encouraging” and “marks a turning point”
Foreign secretary William Hague today hailed the formation of the new Syrian opposition as “very encouraging”, and said he hoped it will “mark a turning point”.
Bloggers used rhyming slang to swerve China’s censors and talk about Xi Jinping
With the new Chinese leadership brought into the light yesterday, Left Foot Forward looks at what public opinion is, and how much public opinion can be found.
Recruit, retain, inspire: The lessons of the Ohio campaign for the UK
Sam Bacon presents a first-hand account of what was done on the ground in Ohio to win the key swing state and thus the election for President Barack Obama.
Syria: Rebels SAM-up; US increases aid; France recognises opposition; border villages taken
There was encouraging news for the Syrian rebels today, with success on the ground and increasing international support.
Review: Nate Silver’s “The Signal And The Noise”: The lessons it holds
Stephen Henderson reviews Nate SIlver’s book “The Signal And The Noise”, looking at the lessons it holds.
Post-Colonial arrogance: UK refuses to aid India in equitable growth
The government’s decision to stop aid to India is the latest instalment in a history of ignoring India.