ANSELM ELDERGILL looks at the legality of the wars in the Middle East and the means used to fight them. It is said that truth is the first casualty of war, so what is the truth with regard to the legality of America’s and Israel’s wars in Iran, Palestine and Lebanon?
You can’t be a pessimist and a socialist
PAULINE BRYAN reviews Neil Findlays book on his leadership bid for the Scottish Labour Party and the independence referendum
Socialism & Hope: A journey through turbulent times
Neil Findlay with Jeff Holmes
Luath Press Ltd £12.99
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