Middle East-Africa
Making Sense of the Imperialist Attack on Iran
What are the political implications of the recent imperialist attack on Iran?
Juan Andrés Gallardo
January 23, 2020Trump’s Attack on Iran: Why Now?
The assassination of Iranian general Qasem Soleimani by a US drone strike last Friday reflects a desperate attempt by a failing administration to reassert US hegemony in a region where it is being increasingly challenged.
Claudia Cinatti
January 6, 2020There Is No Right Way to Launch an Imperialist Attack
The recent drone attack that killed Qasem Soleimani has sparked wide scale public outcry with many taking to the streets to oppose the U.S.’ warmongering. Memes and posts detaling anxiety and fear around a potential third world war began to trend on social media in the hours after the attack.
Sybil Davis
January 6, 2020Down With U.S. Imperialist Aggression Against Iran!
The US assassination of Iran's top general on Friday marked a radical intensification of the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran that could lead to yet another US-led war in the region. It is the duty of socialists and working people everywhere to organize against this blatant imperialist aggression and demand that the US leave the Middle East.
Left Voice
January 5, 2020A Step Away From War?
The U.S. assassination of an Iranian general could lead to yet another devastating war in the Middle East.
Left Voice
January 3, 2020Iraq: A Revolutionary Situation?
The current Iraqi protests are the first united, nationwide uprisings in the country in recent memory. Protesters have exhibited admirable levels of discipline and have been exemplars of the principle that practical anti-oppression and the struggle for proletarian power are inseparable.
Ahmed Kanna
December 20, 2019Mass Uprising in Iran Set Off by Hike in Fuel Prices
The price of petrol was tripled in Iran virtually overnight on Friday. In response to this move by the government, Iranian masses took to the streets to protest a deepening economic crisis.
Maryam Alaniz
November 21, 2019The World is on Fire: 11 of the Biggest Struggles This Year
Around the world, people are rising up. Here is a brief summary of some of this year's major struggles.
Left Voice
November 2, 2019Lebanon’s Prime Minister Resigns After 13 Days of Massive Protests
In a massive victory for the masses mobilizing in the streets of Lebanon, Prime Minister Saad Hariri announced his resignation as well as the cabinet's on Tuesday. For real change, it is time for the working class and youth to take the reins of leadership in the country.
Sou Mi
October 30, 2019Protesters In Lebanon Refuse to Compromise, Call Nationwide General Strike
On Monday morning, a general strike began in Lebanon. What started with protests against a tax on WhatsApp calls has turned into a mass movement against the government. Protesters have won concessions from the government, but the movement shows no sign of stopping.
Madeleine Freeman
October 21, 2019