The migrant crisis and the struggle for open borders
Manon Powrie discusses the socialist struggle for open borders.
International
Brazil: Lula narrowly wins – The fight against Bolsonarismo continues!
Left-wingers are celebrating Lula’s election victory in Brazil. But the far-right threat of Bolsonarismo remains. And in the context of capitalist crisis, Lula will have few crumbs to offer. Workers and youth must fight for revolutionary change.
China: Xi Jinping accumulates unprecedented power as deep crisis looms
At the recent Congress of the Chinese Communist Party, Xi Jinping concentrated power in his hands, hoping to provide stability in the face of a growing economic crisis. But state control cannot hold back the brewing explosions.
Ukraine: Is Russia losing the war?
With Ukrainian forces advancing, western media and politicians are suggesting that Putin’s Russia will soon be defeated. But war is a complex equation. And the conflict is preparing a major economic, social, and political storm across Europe.
Iran: Repression provokes backlash and calls for a revolutionary general strike
The mass movement in Iran, sparked by the police murder of a young Kurdish woman, has escalated and broadened to include not only youth and students, but also organised workers. The missing factor is that of revolutionary leadership.
European capitalism buckling under pressure of unprecedented crisis
Spiralling energy costs are set to cause devastation to households and businesses across Europe this winter. And as the Ukraine conflict drags on, the pressure is building, preparing the conditions for explosive class struggles in all countries.
What next for the war in Ukraine?
In September 2022, Hamid Alizadeh and Jorge Martin discussed the main developments in the Ukraine war, and where the conflict is going.
Italian elections: Why did the right wing win? And what does it prepare?
Italy has a new reactionary government in power, following elections on Sunday. This will mean further vicious attacks on workers and the oppressed. Explosive class struggles lie ahead – on the industrial front, and on the streets.
Russia: Putin declares partial mobilisation
Responding to recent advances by western-backed Ukrainian forces, Vladimir Putin this week announced plans to mobilise additional military manpower for Russia’s war effort. The big imperialist powers are raising the stakes on both sides.
Italy: Electoral swamp and the coming class struggle
This Sunday sees the latest national elections in Italy. The result is likely to return a right-wing coalition. This will mean further attacks on workers and the oppressed – and further strikes and explosive struggles, as the masses mobilise.
The implications of Russia’s defeat in the Kharkiv front
Over the last week, Ukrainian forces have made significant advances on the Kharkiv front, forcing the Russians into a disorganised retreat. Where did this surprise counteroffensive come from? And what is its significance for the war overall?
Pakistan: Masses devastated by floods while rulers loot and plunder
Huge floods and heavy rains have wreaked havoc on Pakistan recently, causing destruction and ruin across the country. But whilst millions drown and starve, the ruling class continues to enrich themselves. Only revolution can end this misery.