In a dramatic turn of events, Operation Prosperity Guardian, the pivotal US-led mission to secure vital merchant shipping lanes through the Red Sea, is facing another critical setback. gCaptain’s recent reports highlight a troubling trend: a glaring absence of key allies, notably including AUKUS member Australia, in this international initiative. Compounding the situation, the French Navy, a cornerstone of the coalition, has withdrawn support. This decisive move comes as US leadership faces mounting criticism among US shipowners for leaving American sailors dangerously exposed within range of Houthi forces, without adequate protection.
Climate Crisis
Pia Eberhardt, Fabian Flues, Cecilia Olivet: Busting myths around the Energy Charter Treaty
This week, members of the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) will hold their annual conference and assess ongoing attempts to reform the controversial agreement. Amidst growing concerns that the ECT undermines urgent climate action, its corporate […]
Geopolitics
Euronews – German Chancellor says any future Ukraine peace conference must include Russia
If Olaf Scholz is saying it, then it won’t be long before all EU governments decide that it’s time to give peace a chance. Read the article HERE.
Austerity
Aditya Chakrabortty: A Labour council attacking its own people? This is regeneration gone bad
This is a continuation in our series of articles concerning what neo-liberalism looks like from the ground. This time it concerns a “social housing” project in London. Read here
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