Imperialism
US imperialism, capitalism and Cuban protests
The current protests in Cuba have raised arguments. Sophie Squire analyses the nature of Cuban state capitalism, the pressure from the US and today’s revolt.
The US can’t help Haiti
The assassination last week of Haitian president Jovenel Moise has led to calls for US troops to be deployed to the nation. It would be a terrible response
Back the protests in Cuba, but beware US imperialism
Mass protests in Cuba are prompted by real grievances. Sophie Squire looks at the revolt but warns of the forces that will try to use them
British government report into human rights tries to whitewash its allies’ crimes
The Tories, who enable the abuse of human rights, pretend they are freedom's champion
Afghanistan—a bloody failure for US imperialism
With the last US troops set to leave Afghanistan, Socialist Worker looks at how president Joe Biden is dealing with their defeat
Strike wave spreads across Iran’s oil fields
A strike by Iranian oil workers has spread to at least 70 oil, gas, and petrochemical companies across eight provinces.
Reject Tory flag-waving after British and Russian naval clash
24 June 2021British and Russian warships violently confronted each other in the Black Sea this week.
Biden tries to pull Russia into his battle with China
20 June 2021Presidents Putin and Biden met last week for a summit. Socialist Worker investigates what the outcome means for imperialism
Peru—a radical history of resistance
14 June 2021Pedro Castillo’s election win in Peru has cheered the left. Sophie Squire looks at the country’s history of struggle but also sounds some warnings for the future
Is there a ‘new cold war’ between the US and China?
14 June 2021As US president Joe Biden goes on a mission to turn the West against China, Nick Clark investigates the competition between the capitalist states
G7 vaccine plan is a death sentence for millions
13 June 2021A few billion doses far into the future mean billions will be left to infections and to die
Thousands march for Palestine in London as the G7 meets
12 June 2021Around 8,000 protesters joined a rally outside Downing Street on Saturday to demand freedom for Palestine.
Mass grave of Indigenous children exposes Canada’s genocide
03 June 2021The discovery of 215 First Nation children’s remains at the site of Canada’s biggest residential school has sent a shockwave of grief and anger across the country.
Why the US backs Israel
28 May 2021The US sometimes poses as a friend of Palestinians—but will never end its support for Israel. Sophie Squire explains what’s behind their relationship
Israeli cops bring home war against Palestine
24 May 2021Israel makes it clear that it will try to crush Palestinian resistance after ceasefire says Nick Clark
Why did Biden call on Israel to move to a ceasefire?
23 May 2021His move was not about preserving Palestinian lives. It was to do with an assessment of the resistance to Israel and satisfying US allies.
One-state is the solution for Palestinian liberation
23 May 2021As the myth of a two-state solution falls apart, Sam Ord argues why a one-state solution will truly free Palestine and end Israeli occupation
Imperialism and national liberation
22 May 2021Across the world in the face of imperialism and occupation, demands are put forward for self-determination and national independence.
Ceasefire is no victory for Israel, but more resistance is needed
21 May 2021Israel has declared an end to its latest devastating assault on the Gaza Strip—but its siege and war on Palestinians will continue.
Palestine activists take direct action against Israeli war machine
19 May 2021Palestine Action said, 'Activists have taken direct action in response to Elbit’s funneling of arms to the Israeli occupation force, which is using them to commit war crimes in Gaza'.
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