Hain calls for end to Troubles prosecutions
Former Northern Ireland secretary Peter Hain has argued that all crimes related to the troubles that have not yet been solved should be left like that.
Peace process
Cameron cosies up to Israel while lecturing Palestinians on peace
Cameron’s speech demonstrates everything that’s wrong with international engagement with the Israel-Palestine peace process.
Richard Haass warns of return to violence in Northern Ireland
Former US diplomat Richard Haass has warned of a return to serious violence in Northern Ireland if contentious issues are not resolved.
From West Wing to West Bank: progress on Israel Palestine talks
This week the effort to get the two sides of the Israeli Palestinian conflict negotiating again paid off.
Why Israeli-Palestinian talks could succeed
Whilst it is easy to rattle off reasons why things won’t work out in the Israeli-Palestinian peace process, it is important not to overstate these, nor to lose sight of factors which could play in favour of a successful outcome
Obama hits the right notes in Northern Ireland
It may have been his first visit to Belfast since he entered the White House, but Barack Obama’s speech yesterday to an assembled audience at the Waterfront Hall hit all the right notes.
Why is Obama hugging Israel today?
Britain and other European countries can play an important supporting role in a US-led process, but the stronger their relationship with both Israelis and Palestinians, the more constructive a role they will be able to play.
Northern Ireland urges politicians to make good on promises of a shared future
Today marks the yearly protestant celebration in Northern Ireland, marking the victory of Protestant king William of Orange over Catholic King James II.
International engagement with Israel’s trade unions is essential to the peace process
The Histadrut, the Israeli TUC, plays a vital role in working for a two-state solution – British trade unions should work to build ties with it, not break them.
McGuinness: “I genuinely regret every single life that was lost during that conflict”
After publicly shaking hands with the Queen on her visit to Northern Ireland, Martin McGuinness calls for a renewal of efforts towards Irish unity.