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As Sir Keir Starmer’s government continues to pledge billions to Ukraine, British taxpayers are left wondering why their hard-earned money is being funnelled into a foreign war while pensioners shiver in cold homes, and the country’s social care system collapses. Since 2022, the UK has already spent £7.8 billion in military aid to Ukraine, with … Continue reading
Introduction Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has advocated for greater European military involvement in Ukraine, potentially including British troop deployments following a ceasefire. This proposal raises significant concerns about the dangers, costs, and justifications of UK involvement. Opponents, including former military leaders and anti-war campaigners, have questioned both the feasibility and necessity of such action. … Continue reading
736 words, 4 minutes read time. Russia’s Oreshnik missile, known colloquially as “Hazel,” is a recent addition to its advanced arsenal, categorized as an intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM). Officially unveiled during a high-profile strike on a Ukrainian facility in Dnipro in November 2024, the Oreshnik has captured global attention for its sophisticated design and strategic … Continue reading
Labour’s Unwavering Support The Labour Party’s stance in support of Ukraine is “unwavering”, but it raises critical questions. We must scrutinize the implications of funnelling our resources into a conflict that has already exacted an immense human toll. We must ask the question ‘When were the British people ever asked if they would rather spend … Continue reading
A group of trade union leaders, writers, and politicians have recently called for an increase in military aid to Ukraine. In an open letter, they argued that to achieve a democratic and lasting peace for the peoples of Ukraine and Russia, it is necessary to defeat Russia’s brutal imperialism. They called on governments to provide … Continue reading
The Maidan and Yanukovych In February 2010, Viktor Yanukovych became the president of Ukraine after defeating Yulia Tymoshenko in the second round of elections. (In Ukraine, if no candidate gains over 50% of the vote in the first round, the two leaders go into a one-on-one second round). Yanukovych obtained 48% of the vote, versus … Continue reading
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