Tag: imperialism
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Why “Neutral” Anti-Imperialism Keeps Losing
Let’s be blunt. Kidnapping, arresting, or killing a political figure of one country by another state is defined as illegal in international law, not because powerful states suddenly became humane, but because even ruling elites after World War II understood that if this logic isn’t contained, competition between states turns into permanent chaos and endless…
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From Venezuela to Everywhere: The Logic of Rebuilding Empire
They keep telling us the problem is “misconduct,” “overreach,” or a few illegal decisions made by the wrong people in Washington. It’s a comforting story because it turns history into a courtroom drama: find the violation, fix the procedure, move on. But what if the point isn’t the violation? What if the point is the…
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The People First: Rohini Hensman on Democracy, Resistance, and the Global Left
There are moments when political confusion doesn’t just disorient you—it makes you feel betrayed. As an Iranian writer and activist in exile, I have spent years trying to understand not only the regime I escaped, but also the silences and excuses that surround it. I have watched with disbelief as many people—especially those who identify…
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Geopolitics and Social Movements in Post-2023 Iran
The Islamic Republic built a tool and named it the “Axis of Resistance.” For three decades, it used this label to present itself as a force against Israel and in support of Palestinian liberation. This construction was not accidental. It served a strategic purpose: to expand the regime’s regional influence under the cover of anti-imperialism.…
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Iran–US: Against the War Camps
Over the past 24 hours, diplomatic and military developments between the United States, Israel, and the Islamic Republic of Iran have intensified. While the headlines are shaped by threats of war, military buildups, and indirect diplomatic signaling, the underlying dynamics point to deeper strategic tensions that require clear and grounded analysis. As tensions between the…
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The Curse of Oil, the Weight of History
The article “Iran in the Context of the Middle East – A Concise Analysis of the Situation” (published in Persian) by Mohammadreza Nikfar presents a sweeping historical and political analysis of the Middle East, tracing the region’s cultural layers, its historical aspirations, and its present-day struggles. The author argues that the Middle East has long…
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The MEK: Ghosts of the Past, Agents of the Present
During the tumultuous days of the Woman, Life, Freedom movement, one absence was glaring—the Mojahedin-e Khalq (MEK), an organization that otherwise seizes every opportunity to wave its banners and flood European streets with hollow slogans. In Vienna and other European cities, where protests erupted daily, the MEK was nowhere to be found. This was no…
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Iran’s Condition: God, Money, Guns, and Fascist Rule
Georges Bataille’s theory of fascism provides a unique framework for understanding the psychological and structural dynamics of authoritarian regimes. His analysis, rooted in the tension between homogeneity and heterogeneity, explores how societies maintain control through hierarchical structures and sacred symbols of authority. Fascism, as Bataille describes it, thrives on a dualistic structure of sacred purity…
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Strategic Depth or Internal Collapse? Iran’s Military Obsession
The Shah’s relentless militarization, symbolized by his obsession with F-14 fighter jets, showcased a regime entrenched in contradictions. It prioritized external threats over internal stability, pouring resources into military Keynesianism while neglecting fundamental needs like healthcare, education, and infrastructure. This militarized economy deepened social inequalities and fueled repression, leaving Iran’s workers, peasants, and students marginalized…
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The Impact of Trump’s Return on EU Policies
The U.S. and the EU are diverging, with the U.S. investing heavily in technology and infrastructure and experiencing economic growth, while Europe struggles with stagnation and rising energy costs. The U.S. has notably increased its manufacturing and innovation output since the 2008 crash, whereas many European nations lag behind. Europe is urged to unify and…
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From Iran to Palestine:
The Shared Path of Liberation and Feminist ResistanceThis discussion revolves around the challenges and advancements of the Women, Life, Freedom Movement in Iran, which is resisting oppressive measures by the regime, including gender oppression and increasing death sentences for protesters. The interview introduces a member of the Nasvan Revolutionary Committee, a secret women’s committee formed to address gaps in feminist organizing. This…
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The Challenge of Anti-Fascism in Western Leftist Politics
The left-wing, while diligently opposing fascism domestically by promoting anti-racism, often falters internationally, owing to the intertwining of nationalism and religious fervor. Trotsky’s “uneven and combined development” elucidates this by revealing how variegated political and economic stages breed both progressive and reactionary ideals globally. Additionally, leftist factions in countries like Greece display contradictions in opposing…
