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732 words, 4 minutes read time. In a recent statement, former U.S. President Donald Trump proposed that the United States “take over” the Gaza Strip. He suggested demolishing existing structures. Trump also proposed relocating its approximately two million Palestinian residents to neighbouring countries. He suggested redeveloping Gaza into the “Riviera of the Middle East,” envisioning … Continue reading
In recent developments, Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), has taken a bold step by seeking arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. Khan alleges that these leaders bear criminal responsibility for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in Gaza, including extermination, murder, … Continue reading
We’ve finally reached the moment supporters and migrant workers have been dying for. Say what you like about Qatar (or if you live there maybe don’t!), but attention now turns to the football. We can just enjoy the England victory over Iran and look forward to future games. Or can we? Should we? Qatar is … Continue reading
We hear a lot of talk from financial firms about environmental, social and governance investing (ESG). Yet Saudi Aramaco owned by the repressive Saudi government has issued one of the most successful bond deals ever. Saudi Aramaco was looking to raise $10 billion but got more than $100 billion in bids so ended up deciding … Continue reading
Human rights activists gathered outside Westminster Abbey this week to demand action in Commonwealth countries. The protest took place as high commissioners met to mark Commonwealth Day. The demonstration focussed on the persecution and criminalisation of homosexuality. Human rights campaigner Peter Tatchell, of the Peter Tatchell Foundation, and gay people from across the Commonwealth, some … Continue reading
Arthur Redfearn was dismissed in 2004 from his job as a bus driver for Serco after winning a seat on Bradford Council for the British National Party. Mr Redfearn drove people with disabilities around Bradford. He fought a long campaign for Justice with numerous set-backs. This week, however, his perseverance paid off. The European Court … Continue reading
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