As Western imperialism pummels Iran, looking for regime change while promising ‘freedom’, Ryszard Kapuściński’s ‘Shah of Shahs’ – first published in 1982 – provides a valuable insight on the rottenness of the imperialist-backed Pahlavi dynasty, leading to its overthrow.

We spoke with Andrea, a leading comrade of the Revolutionary Communist International in Ireland, about their remarkable achievements. Just three years ago, there were only five members. Today, there are close to 80, plus two full-time staff, and an office in Dublin.

The war on Iran is producing massive radicalisation, which will exponentially increase the more this catastrophe drags on. But Britain’s trade union leaders are lagging far behind this mood – failing to provide any point of expression for the anger against the ruling class.