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Empire and revolution - Syria and the critics of the anti-war movement

John Rees responds to recent discussions on Syria, imperialism and the Arab revolutions

August 1, 2012
Written by John Rees
Category: International

The Middle East at the Crossroads: Tony Cliff on Israel

Shortly after leaving Palestine in 1945, Tony Cliff wrote this seminal article about the foundations of Israel and Western imperial intervention in the Middle East. He locates hope for the future in the workers and the poor across the region.

January 19, 2011
Written by Tony Cliff
Category: International

Nepal and Thailand: revolution postponed?

The uprisings in Nepal and Thailand have radicalised millions in both countries, but unless social and economic questions are raised, their potential will be lost.

July 11, 2010
Written by Feyzi Ismail
Category: International

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