Establishment politicians and press have suggested that the Ukraine conflict could spur a move away from fossil fuels. But instead, it has boosted the profits of the energy monopolies. Only socialist planning can combat the climate crisis.

The conflict in Ukraine has seen a massive campaign of propaganda by western politicians and press, designed to whip up jingoism and distract from problems back home. Marxists must cut through the lies and reveal the real class interests at play.

With the British monarchy mired in crisis and scandal, calls for republicanism are growing across the Commonwealth. The struggle for genuine independence must be linked to the struggle against imperialism and capitalism – and for socialism.