Imperialism, Middle East

Trump bombs Iran, take to the streets!

The left should stand for the defeat of the United States and Israel Donald Trump has bombed Iran in a terrifying move that will unleash more death and destruction across the Middle East. The whole movement must oppose the drive to war. The 50501 movement is working with other groups to call "No More War"… Continue reading Trump bombs Iran, take to the streets!

Imperialism, Interviews, Labor, Middle East, Statements

In the Shadow of Civil War: Fighting to Rebuild the Syrian Left

We reprint statements and interviews with Syrian socialists about the prospects for working class resistance and building a new left in the midst of rising sectarian tensions and violence.  Three months after the downfall of dictator Bashar al-Assad, Syria stands on the brink of the sectarian civil war reigniting. Syria is facing one of its… Continue reading In the Shadow of Civil War: Fighting to Rebuild the Syrian Left

Anti-fascism, Anti-racism, Imperialism, Labor, Palestine, US Politics

All out for Mahmoud Khalil

Eric Fretz looks at the case of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, the role of Columbia University and the Trump administration, and describes recent demonstrations for his release. He argues the case could set a threatening precedent, but we are not living under a fascist regime, and that the activist campaign to free Khalil can unite… Continue reading All out for Mahmoud Khalil

Imperialism, Middle East, Palestine

Resist Trump’s plan for the ethnic cleansing of Gaza

Trump has recently reiterated his shocking and horrific suggestion the US take over Gaza and permanently remove it’s close to 2 million Palestinian inhabitants. Simultaneously, he has given the green light to expanded violence, displacement and demolitions in the West Bank. Trump is meeting with King Abdullah of Jordan on Tuesday, and is using the threat of withdrawing US aid to pressure Jordan and Egypt into accepting exiled Palestinians. But this escalation of the continuing Nakba could ignite rebellion throughout the region, unleashing forces for liberation beyond their control. Here in the US, we must also “resist Trump’s plan for the ethnic cleansing of Gaza...”

Articles, Imperialism, Palestine

Ceasefire Has Been Reached in Gaza: Attacks on Palestinians Continue 

There were joyous celebrations on the streets of Gaza after the ceasefire was finally approved by the Israeli Knesset, though mixed with trepidation for the future and grief on returning to their destroyed homes. Amir Al-Ashi, a Gazan in the crossfire of the bombardment, told The New Arab newspaper that “I feel joy, sadness, oppression,… Continue reading Ceasefire Has Been Reached in Gaza: Attacks on Palestinians Continue 

Imperialism, International, Middle East, Public Meetings

What Next for Syria: After the Fall of Assad

On December 22, Simon Assaf and Canan Sahin (see below) spoke on Syria today after Assad and its international implications, followed by discussion. This video documents the speakers' opening and closing remarks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YV5E4g64-4Y . Meeting hosted by Marx21 in the US, and the International Socialists in Canada. SIMON ASSAF is a Lebanese revolutionary socialist now… Continue reading What Next for Syria: After the Fall of Assad

Imperialism, Middle East, Public Meetings

Public Forum: What Next for Syria?

Marx21, US, and the International Socialists, Canada, are proud to host Simon Assaf and Canan Şahin on what next for Syria after the fall of a brutal and dispised Bashar al-Assad. Join us in this socialist discussion on Zoom, Sunday, December 22nd. Detals on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1100642481688538 SIMON ASSAF (he/him) is a Lebanese revolutionary socialist and… Continue reading Public Forum: What Next for Syria?

Imperialism, Labor, Palestine, Police, US Politics

The Encampments for Palestine Face off Against Violence: Part II

Read Part I of this article here, which reports on the violence different Palestine solidarity encampments on US campuses have experienced at the hands of both the police and far-right Zionist agitators. Why this violence now?  Violence is being driven from the top, with politicians condemning imaginary violence by the students and lauding real repression… Continue reading The Encampments for Palestine Face off Against Violence: Part II

Imperialism, Labor, Palestine, Police, US Politics

The Encampments for Palestine Face off Against Violence: Part I

Students are out for Palestine, dramatically in the form of the encampments at universities across not only in the US but across the world. These encampments are part of an international wave of solidarity with Palestine, opposing genocidal attacks by the Israeli state. They have also helped spark signs of workers’ political action.   The student… Continue reading The Encampments for Palestine Face off Against Violence: Part I

Anti-racism, Imperialism, Middle East, Palestine, US Politics

Disclose, Divest: What have the encampments won?

Students at over 130 college campuses across the country have camped out the last month demanding the university disclose their weapons manufacturing investments and divest from the Israeli genocide machine. The encampments have already had a huge impact, drawing national and international attention to the brutality of Israel’s occupation. Now students have forced over a… Continue reading Disclose, Divest: What have the encampments won?