Starmer promised a reset after Labour’s dire electoral performance, but the government’s programme still falls far short of the bold action needed, says ANDY McDONALD MP
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Women leading the path to peace: the Mother’s Call of Palestinian and Israeli women
by M.H. (Women of the Sun) and Yael Braudo-Bahat (Women Wage Peace)
[Gal Moenson]
Author Michael Rosen asked people how we confront a takeover by Reform. The Labour Party would do well to listen to the answers rather than shuffle more deckchairs on the Titanic, writes LINDA PENTZ GUNTER
ROGER McKENZIE looks at how ancient traditions practiced today can be the cornerstone of anti-imperialism in Africa
The Starmer project is going up in smoke – but if the left cannot swiftly build a viable alternative, the country faces the grim reality of a hard-right takeover, says ANDREW MURRAY
POA general secretary STEVE GILLAN argues that while Labour’s 2025 Act was a step forward, a second wave of legislation is vital to restore the fundamental right to strike and end the exploitation of prison officers
Mehmet Turkmen, president of Birtek-Sen, has been cleared of criminal charges after speaking out against the high rate of workplace injuries and deaths in Gaziantep’s textile and carpet industry. OZLEM TEMENA reports
IN THE ever-challenging landscape of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, where tensions persist and the hope for peace often feels distant, a remarkable glimmer emerges from an unexpected place: the resilience and determination of women. Despite the barriers of political divide and historical animosity, Palestinian and Israeli women are quietly building connections, bridging gaps and working towards a shared goal — peace.
At the forefront of this grassroots partnership are two movements: Women of the Sun and Women Wage Peace. United by a common vision of peace and justice, these women-led organisations are challenging stereotypes and reshaping the narrative of the conflict.
Women of the Sun, based in Bethlehem, embodies the strength of Palestinian women in the face of adversity. Founded on empowerment and solidarity, the organisation supports Palestinian women politically, economically and socially. Through leadership training, vocational programmes, and advocacy, Women of the Sun is nurturing a new generation of leaders driving positive change.
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