Increasing defence spending as a share of our economy would be a mistake, Simon Fletcher writes in depth.
Tag: Ukraine
The cost of living crisis wasn’t caused by the war in Ukraine – Stop the War
Although exacerbated by the war, the crisis is a political choice as proven by proposed increases in military spending - Stop the War.
Women lead the way for peace, our voices are needed now more than ever – Sophie Bolt, CND #IWD2022
"Women are needed now more than ever to help build unity with all those calling for peace in the Ukraine, in Russia and across the world." By Sophie Bolt, Vice Chair of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND) From Sylvia Pankhurst, to Greenham and beyond, women have a proud history leading the struggle for peace.…
“The consequences of nuclear war would be a catastrophe – Outlook Interviews Kate Hudson, CND”
"A ceasefire and negotiations are urgently needed" - an interview with Kate Hudson, CND, on the existential threat of nuclear war.
Sinn Féin says stop the war against Ukraine
"What is needed is a comprehensive, and sustainable ceasefire; the withdrawal of Russian troops, and a return to the negotiations table" - Chris Hazzard MP
A slide into war with Russia is a threat to us all – Simon Fletcher
Simply because the Nato countries and Russia have nuclear weapons, it will be assumed by some that no side has any interest in doing anything to risk a conflagration. That would be a very dangerous assumption to make, writes Simon Fletcher.
Peace must prevail, solidarity with the people of Ukraine – Young Labour
"It is vital, not only for the safety of innocent people in Eastern Europe, but for the safety of all across the world, that this crisis is rapidly de-escalated." By Young Labour Young Labour condemns Vladimir Putin and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The actions of Russia and the use of force in a way…
Continue reading ➞ Peace must prevail, solidarity with the people of Ukraine – Young Labour
The possibility of nuclear war is the greatest for many decades – Kate Hudson, CND
"A diplomatic solution has to be found which includes the withdrawal of Russian troops." By Kate Hudson, Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND) As Russian troops intensify their attack on Ukraine, and reports come in of casualties on both sides, our thoughts are with the people of that country; they are paying a heavy human and…
Ukraine: Join Stop the War, Jeremy Corbyn, Diane Abbott & more in speaking out against Britain’s aggressive posturing
Stop the War have launched a public statement calling for a diplomatic solution to the Ukraine crisis and an end the "sabre rattling" of the UK government.