The Kurdish units have taken on an almost mythical status for being at the forefront of the fight against Daesh in Northern Syria, even being the subject of a Hulu series, but portraying them as a haven of progressive liberal values imposes a western lens on their practices. Continue reading Western perceptions of YPG units as liberal havens misrepresent the group’s history
Like many countries in Latin America, Peru is in need of addressing the nation’s extreme levels of inequality, poverty, and political instability. Continue reading Veronika Mendoza’s rise could ensure Peru is swept up in the Pink Tide in Latin America
Cyber security should be top of Joe Biden’s list when it comes to policy with Russia. Continue reading Biden’s Russia strategy must focus on Moscow’s cyber capabilities
It was 50 years ago this June that President Nixon declared a “war on drugs,” in America. President Nixon’s strategy was to give more authority to federal drug control agencies and penalize drug offenders with incarceration. Continue reading How Biden can fix America’s botched ‘War on Drugs’
Even during a global pandemic, momentum toward a less fiery future excelled. Continue reading Coronavirus has sidelined climate change coverage – but Britain can emerge greener after the pandemic
The nature of Begum’s actions should have no bearing on her entitlement to a fair hearing. It is deeply disturbing that so many people are willing to allow this principle to slip purely because of their own feelings about Begum’s actions and her identity. Continue reading Shamima Begum ruling by the Supreme Court sets a dangerous legal precedent
With the British Labour party now headed by Sir Keir Starmer– a ‘fierce’ Remainer who has recently attempted to flank the Tories from the right by opposing a rise in corporation tax – it is important to address how the Labour party has found itself on the side of the establishment. Continue reading Why the British Labour Party lost its way with Europe
More than 75 years after The Protocols of the Elders of Zion aided the Nazis in committing one of the greatest atrocities in human history, QAnon has gained popularity with startling similarity. Continue reading QAnon must be forced out of mainstream discourse
Rich nations have the opportunity, through conservation and investment in next generation technology, to position themselves such that no matter who comes asking for aid, they will be able to assist. Continue reading World superpowers must invest in the technology to safeguard our climate now – there’s never been a better time
Biden should take the opportunity to expand the democratic rights of American people, especially in areas that are still denied representation. Continue reading Biden should expand American democracy by giving Washington DC and Puerto Rico statehood
