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An in-depth analysis of the Peru uprising, and updates from Europe, Myanmar and more

Dig a little deeper with new international theory

Lately, in the West, the sentiment on the prospects of a peaceful end to the war imposed on the Ukrainian people is heard more and more often. But are such negotiations possible, and who will benefit from them? And does Putin actually want peace?

“Sovereignty and self-determination are important concepts to keep at the heart of Left analysis” — and can help orient us in the confusion and misinformation surrounding Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Narrative story that reconstructs the astonishing resistance to Victor Orbán's authoritarian power-grab against universities in Hungary: students and faculty at the Academy of Theater and Film in Budapest occupied the school for 71 days...

News and analysis from and about left parties, movements and upsurges around the world

The right-wing media empire, and other reports on the private and public uses of tech power

World-changing events as masses vote and hit the streets

Sweden’s right-wing parties are set to take power with a razor-thin majority, ending eight years of social democratic government. Sweden can look forward to four years of reactionary politics where the democratic institutions are genuinely at risk.

Yes, this Communist politician in Graz, Austria, wants to redistribute wealth, but a focus on housing, her own modest lifestyle and a hard childhood have helped her popularity.