The monobrowed Marxist has been written off by historians as the king of a stagnant empire, but modern politicians could do worse than take a leaf out of his book.
There’s nothing more British than an escape to the country, so why is it a luxury only for the rich?
As American troops pull out, Afghanistan’s future looks even more uncertain than before.
The talks, aimed at rescuing rocky relations, are more likely to be confrontational than constructive.
After more than a decade, Israel’s long-time leader might be on his last legs. Or not.
The far-right veteran contender’s anti-establishment rhetoric could still usher in a new French revolution.
Russia-watchers have been wrongfooted by Moscow’s troop withdrawal.
Britain would be a fairer and happier place without it, even if councils need the cash.
In the face of creeping authoritarianism, the government must go further in ensuring the eventual return of our civil liberties.
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