Against Sanctions
In the wake of the Taliban taking Afghanistan, commentators have been quick to call for sanctions – but the record of Western sanctions across the world make clear that they predominantly harm civilians.
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Julian Sayarer
Julian Sayarer is an author and journalist. His latest book is Fifty Miles Wide: Cycling Through Israel and Palestine (Arcadia, 2020).
Ten Years Since the Spark that Ignited the Arab Spring
A decade ago today, Mohamed Bouazizi set himself alight in a Tunisian market and catalysed what’s become known as the ‘Arab Spring’. In Tunisia, at least, his legacy endures.
Jean Charles de Menezes: 15 Years On
15 years ago today, Jean Charles de Menezes was shot dead at Stockwell station in London. His brutal killing stands as a monument to the tragic consequences of police violence and racism.
Green Power for the People
A new bill aims to boost Britain’s production of renewable energy while keeping the money consumers spend ring-fenced in their communities – but it faces stiff opposition from the Big Six companies who dominate the market.
The Pandemic in Palestine
In the West Bank and Gaza, coronavirus has exposed the impact of Israel’s decades-long occupation – and left many Palestinians without the healthcare they need to survive.