Another unwarranted American attack in the Middle East, and there are both similarities and differences with the invasion of Iraq 22 years earlier.
Category: War and peace
Nukes and madness
The nuclear genie is already out of the bottle, and many of its custodians are less than ideal. Adding Iran to the list would not materially alter that position.
Alone at the UN
The United States again votes with Russia at the United Nations, this time with no support whatever from its usual allies.
Manifest destiny, part 3: Gaza
The idea of an American protectorate-cum-real-estate-development in Gaza may or may not be seriously meant, but Trump's support for Israel's far-right agenda is very serious indeed.
Europe, unsteadily, stands up
With the prospect of having to fend for themselves in a hostile world, Europe's leaders are preparing to put a lot more money into defence.
Manifest destiny, part 1: Greenland
An election takes place in Greenland, in the shadow of an American territorial claim that no-one really knows whether or not to take seriously.
Whither Turkey?
With a diplomatic revolution apparently in progress, Turkey's position has become pivotal. Reconciliation with the western democracies may be on the cards.
A new world order
The Trumpian reversal of alliances gathers pace, with the US voting against Ukraine and alongside Russia at the United Nations.
Trump, Putin and Ukraine
Contrary to some optimistic forecasts, Donald Trump seems set to sell out Ukraine, but the deal is not yet done.
Insurrection then and now
Peaceful presidential transition in the United States throws Donald Trump's subversion in 2021 into sharper relief – as do current proceedings in South Korea.
The World is Not Enough 