INTERZINE

04/08/2022

Melania and Victoria meet the founder of openDemocracy, Anthony Barnett, to discuss the mess of US politics and whether socialism needs rebranding.

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https://anchor.fm/interzine/episodes/Tankies-and-Trump-with-Anthony-Barnett-e1lrm5n

25/07/2022

📢FIRST EPISODE OF THE INTERZINE PODCAST!

In our first episode, we meet the formidable chemical weapons expert Dan Kaszeta to discuss Syria, Putin's stash of Novichok, and why are we so terrified of chemical warfare.

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17/05/2022

After Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the US more than doubled its troops on Polish soil, cementing Poland’s role as Washington’s strategic partner in the region. We speak to critically acclaimed journalist John Pomfret about the early days of the unlikely intelligence cooperation between the two countries, which helped Poland secure NATO membership.

https://interzine.org/2022/05/17/covert-route-to-nato-john-pomfret-on-the-origins-of-the-polish-american-alliance/

After Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the US more than doubled its troops on Polish soil, cementing Poland’s role as Washington’s strategic partner in the region. Melania Parzonka speaks to critically acclaimed journalist John Pomfret about the early days of the unlikely intelligence cooperation...

04/05/2022

The Kent State shootings took place on May 4, 1970. Hear the story from one of the student protesters who survived the horrific events:
https://interzine.org/2020/05/04/the-kent-state-shootings-50-years-on-interview-with-a-survivor/

50 years after the 13 seconds that changed America forever, Victoria Jones interviews Chic Canfora in this special feature about the horrifying events of May 4, 1970 to discover what they can teach us about youth activism today.

25/04/2022

From dystopian equipment like “robot dogs” to ICE’s for-profit detention centers, the militarization of the US-Mexico border has been accelerating. What is the history behind US border control, and what can the Biden administration do to prevent further violence and surveillance?

https://interzine.org/2022/04/25/the-us-must-demilitarize-its-border-with-mexico/

From dystopian equipment like “robot dogs” to ICE’s for-profit detention centers, the militarization of the US-Mexico border has been accelerating. What is the history behind US border control, and what can the Biden administration do to prevent further violence and surveillance?

22/04/2022

If Finland joins NATO, as seems likely, Sweden will also finally cross the Rubicon and apply to become a member of the alliance.

18/04/2022

“The ‘New Cold War’ label that has been lazily attributed to US-Russia relations in light of the unfolding war in Ukraine offers a flawed comparison,” argues Marcus Andreopoulos.

06/04/2022

With Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, Russian troll factories are once again making news. Often associated with easy-to-spot anonymous accounts that spew propaganda, today’s trolls have become much more sophisticated

With Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, Russian troll factories are once again making news. Often associated with easy-to-spot anonymous accounts that spew propaganda, today’s trolls have become much more sophisticated.

12/03/2022

Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Kremlin’s propaganda machine has found an unlikely ally in their criticism of NATO. Yva Alexandrova discusses the anti-war Left and what they get wrong about NATO’s expansion east.

Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Kremlin’s propaganda machine has found an unlikely ally in their criticism of NATO. Yva Alexandrova discusses the anti-war Left and what they get…

28/02/2022

History was the final weapon in Putin’s arsenal for the invasion of Ukraine. In his Monday speech, the Russian president rewrote history to delegitimize the very idea of Ukrainian statehood. Cyril Babeev unravels Putin’s fantasies to explain the real Ukrainian history behind them.

History was the final weapon in Putin’s arsenal for the invasion of Ukraine. In his Monday speech, the Russian president rewrote history to delegitimize the very idea of Ukrainian statehood. Cyril …

15/02/2022

"Russia has now adopted a financial infrastructure through its central bank to support cryptocurrency to withstand US sanctions," argues Captain Thomas Hader of the US Marine Corps Reserve. "If Russia invades Ukraine and sanctions are enacted, Russia will be poised to sustain itself economically."

https://interzine.org/2022/02/15/is-russias-move-toward-crypto-a-precursor-to-war/

“Russia has now adopted a financial infrastructure through its central bank to support cryptocurrency to withstand US sanctions,” argues Captain Thomas Hader of the US Marine Corps Rese…

22/01/2022

Cyril Babeev interviews Sova Centre’s Alexander Verkhovsky on race and ethnicity in the wake of the Soviet collapse, and the two Chechen Wars that were closely linked to the question of identity in the early days of the Russian Federation.

“It was, after all, a very weird feeling for the residents of the metropole, when their country suddenly sharply decreased in size. I think people didn’t even immediately memorise where their new borders were. It was especially noticeable, for example, in relation to Ukraine. People couldn’t believe that it became a different country altogether, because it’s just so close—you can take a bus and go there.

Of course, those were very uncomfortable feelings, and such feelings tend to transform into political phenomena over time. And the rise of Russian nationalism at that time was certainly a response to the collapse of the empire.”

https://interzine.org/2022/01/22/soviet-collapse-chechen-wars-ethinic-relations-a-discussion-with-alexander-verkhovsky/

Cyril Babeev interviews SOVA Center director Alexander Verkhovsky on ethnic relations after the Soviet Union’s collapse, and the two Chechen Wars that were closely linked to questions of nati…

25/12/2021

China’s human rights record has led Western countries to boycott the 2022 Beijing Olympics. As China alienates those abroad, the CCP signals with a “historical resolution” that there will be no change in leadership.

China’s human rights record has led Western countries to boycott the 2022 Beijing Olympics. As China alienates those abroad, the CCP signals with a “historical resolution” that th…

19/12/2021

Today, Chileans are casting votes for their new president. This election has shown that Chile, viewed as a beacon of stability in a continent otherwise plagued by fragile institutions, is not immune to political extremism. While the country managed a peaceful transfer of power from the dark days of the Pinochet regime, the lack of social reform since the transfer has driven voters away from the center and towards more radical political options.

Today, Chileans are casting votes for their new president. This election has shown that Chile, viewed as a beacon of stability in a continent otherwise plagued by fragile institutions, is not immun…

16/12/2021

In her newest book, Yva Alexandrova illuminates the perspective of Eastern European migrants in the UK. Using data and personal stories, she makes the case for freedom of movement and shows how Eastern Europeans have been let down by both the Left and the Right.

In her newest book, Yva Alexandrova illuminates the perspective of Eastern European migrants in the UK. Using data and personal stories, she makes the case for freedom of movement and shows how Eas…

11/11/2021

What is the history behind the residential school system, and how does Canada confront the trauma inflicted upon First Nations communities today? Scott Wagner interviews Brad Marsden, an intergenerational survivor of the schools, to find out.

What is the history behind the residential school system, and how does Canada confront the trauma inflicted upon First Nations communities today? Scott Wagner interviews Brad Marsden, an intergener…

25/10/2021

In light of Zalmay Khalilzad’s recent resignation as US Special Envoy to Afghanistan, Sajjan M. Gohel and Victoria Jones trace his problematic role in American diplomacy across decades.

12/10/2021

A pandemic sweeping the globe, liberal democracies facing threats from rising authoritarianism—there are many parallels between the Interwar period and today. But with the added specter of climate change, activists must redouble the interwar generation’s efforts to fight against existential crisis.

A pandemic sweeping the globe, liberal democracies facing threats from rising authoritarianism—there are many parallels between the Interwar period and today. But with the added specter of climate …

12/10/2021

As the Xokleng land dispute continues in Brazil, Emily Gregg explains why the legal case has ramifications far beyond the Amazon.

24/09/2021

“The Lebanese are all too familiar with pledges that fail to manifest; if this new government wants to prove itself to the people, it should begin by resolving the traffic crisis in Beirut."

“The Lebanese are all too familiar with pledges that fail to manifest; if this new government wants to prove itself to the people, it should begin by resolving the traffic crisis in Beirut.& #…

14/09/2021

The historic grievances between Morocco and Algeria remain unaddressed, leaving dangerous options on the table, Adnan Nasser argues.

29/08/2021

The Afghan LGBTQ community has always faced hardship, but the return of Taliban rule has put their lives in even greater immediate danger. Victoria Jones speaks with activists Najib faizi and Artemis Akbary about the path that LGBTQ Afghans are charting for themselves in this latest reality.

The Afghan LGBTQ community has always faced hardship, but the return of Taliban rule has put their lives in even greater immediate danger. Victoria Jones speaks with activists Najib Faizi and Artem…

26/08/2021

America’s haphazard withdrawal from Afghanistan has allies questioning whether the US will honor its defense commitments. Caroline Sutton explains what this means for Taiwan and the threat of war with China.

America’s haphazard withdrawal from Afghanistan has allies questioning whether the US will honor its defense commitments. Caroline Sutton explains what this means for Taiwan and the threat of war w…

26/08/2021

“People should not be deprived of necessities because of the moral bankruptcy of their leaders.” Adnan Nasser outlines the urgency of Lebanon’s energy crisis—and how to solve it.

“People should not be deprived of necessities because of the moral bankruptcy of their leaders.” Adnan Nasser outlines the urgency of Lebanon’s energy crisis—and how to solve it.…

11/08/2021

As American students return to school this month, they face new challenges of pandemic learning, on top of already-present inequalities. The 1968 East LA walkouts are a reminder of what can happen when enraged high school students decide to take action.

As American students return to school this month, they face new challenges of pandemic learning, on top of already-present inequalities. The 1968 East LA walkouts are a reminder of what can happen …

09/08/2021

"The Pandemic Games are over now, the Olympic flame extinguished...all that remains are the memories. And memories don't keep the lights on."

https://interzine.org/2021/08/09/the-thrill-of-victory-the-agony-of-disrepair/

“The Pandemic Games are over now, the Olympic flame extinguished…all that remains are the memories. And memories don’t keep the lights on.”

27/07/2021

The deregulated energy infrastructure in Texas is the product of corporate interests and free-market principles gone haywire. The system is wholly incapable of dealing with extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change.

https://interzine.org/2021/07/27/texas-enron-and-energy-monopolies/

The deregulated energy infrastructure in Texas is the product of corporate interests and free-market principles gone haywire. The system is wholly incapable of dealing with extreme weather events e…

07/07/2021

How did Preston, an impoverished city in Northern England, transform into one of the best places to live in the country? We talk to Councillor Matthew Brown, a proponent of community wealth building and the figure behind the “Preston model,” about his book “Paint Your Town Red”, newly published by Repeater Books.

How did Preston, an impoverished city in Northern England, transform into one of the best places to live in the country? We talk to Councillor Matthew Brown, a proponent of community wealth buildin…

23/06/2021

Lebanon is currently facing historic economic catastrophe and hurtling towards civil unrest. Adnan Nasser examines what led to this point—and what it means for the future of the Lebanese people.

This article was produced in collaboration with More Perspectives, a non-profit that supports emerging writers from underrepresented groups.

Lebanon is currently facing historic economic catastrophe and hurtling towards civil unrest. Adnan Nasser examines what led to this point—and what it means for the future of the Lebanese people.

19/06/2021

is now a federal holiday. But what does the day mean to Black Americans? Revisit Aviva Neff's brilliant essay from June 2020.

What is Juneteenth, and what does it mean for Black Americans today? Aviva Neff explores the history behind the holiday as a celebration of Black resistance and a reminder of the work yet to be don…