
Stock prices have been on a rollercoaster ride over the last week, in response to fears about the US and global economy. Capitalism’s accumulated contradictions are beginning to burst to the surface. A new slump looms, with explosive consequences.

Continuing sabre-rattling between Israel and its regional rivals threatens to spill over into a wider conflagration across the Middle East, pulling in Lebanon, Iran, and the big imperialist powers. Only revolution can put an end to this nightmare.

The students and workers of Bangladesh have successfully overthrown the murderous Sheikh Hasina. We say all power to the workers’ and students’ committees! No trust in the army or the ruling class’ parties!