Author: RICHARD NORTON-TAYLOR
The co-founder of Palestine Action, Richard Barnard, faces terrorism charges for expressing support for a proscribed organization. The charges stem from a demonstration in Manchester following an attack by Hamas on southern Israel. Barnard’s arrest coincided with a raid on journalist Sarah Wilkinson, highlighting a concerning trend of targeting critics of Israel. Independent journalist Richard Medhurst was also arrested under the Terrorism Act, raising questions about freedom of speech and civil liberties in the UK. These incidents are part of a growing trend of using anti-terrorism laws to intimidate protesters and journalists critical of Israeli actions in Gaza and the…
When a new prime minister takes office, one of their first responsibilities is to write a “letter of last resort.” Sir Keir Starmer will soon be tasked with drafting this letter, addressed to an unnamed Trident missile submarine commander patrolling the Atlantic. The letter instructs the commander, in the event of a devastating attack on Britain, to retaliate by launching a nuclear weapon. Starmer will receive briefing on the destructive power of a Trident missile before composing this letter. Trident submarines have the capability to cause massive civilian casualties and disrupt global food supplies. The letter, penned by the prime…
Despite the economic challenges faced by many, the UK continues to prioritize spending on nuclear weapons under the Labour government. A recent report by the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) reveals that Britain allocates a significant portion of its military budget towards its arsenal of 225 warheads, placing it as the fourth highest spender globally after the US, China, and Russia. Nuclear Starmer Surprisingly, Labour, led by Keir Starmer, champions nuclear weapons as a vital part of the UK’s defense strategy. This is in contrast to the party’s cautious approach towards investing in public services. The agreement between…
The blog post sheds light on the shocking revelations surrounding the elite Special Air Service (SAS) and their alleged involvement in “multiple murders” during counter-terrorism raids in Afghanistan. The inquiry, led by Sir Charles Haddon-Cave, has uncovered evidence of cold-blooded murder, planting weapons on innocent civilians, and deleting incriminating documents to cover up these crimes. While the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been reluctant to disclose damaging information, the inquiry has begun to unravel the truth behind these atrocities. The blog post highlights the struggles faced by Afghan victims’ families in seeking justice and the lack of accountability within British…