Will AI rule the world? | UpFront

Artificial intelligence has become an everyday tool for millions of people, but it remains largely unregulated. As it becomes more embedded in our homes and workplaces, concerns are growing over job losses, privacy, and the speed at which the technology is advancing. Some warn that AI’s rapid deve…

Francesca Albanese on Israeli sexual violence against Palestinians | UpFront

A recent New York Times article highlighted the sexual violence suffered by Palestinians at the hands of Israeli forces. But the allegations have been documented for years by human rights groups and Palestinian organisations. So why does the world only seem to pay attention when a Western news orga…

“A shame on the conscience of humanity” Spanish FM on Gaza and Lebanon | UpFront

Spain has been one of Europe’s most vocal critics of Israel’s war on Gaza, a stance that has put the Spanish at odds with the US and some of its other allies. The Spaniards have also renewed calls for Europe to reduce its military dependence on the US by reiterating calls for a standing European Un…

Ex-Israeli Prime Minister challenged on Israeli war on Lebanon | UpFront

Israel's military campaign in Lebanon has reignited a debate over civilian casualties, ceasefire violations, and the limits of self-defence. With senior Israeli officials openly discussing the annexation of southern Lebanon, and a fragile diplomatic opening between Israel and the Lebanese governmen…

Can the Vatican and the US repair relations? | UpFront

As Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first anniversary as pontiff, the US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, visited the Vatican, reportedly to smooth strained relations between Donald Trump and the Roman Catholic leader Pope Leo has emerged as one of the more vocal critics of the US war on Iran, repeated…

Is Israel expanding into Gaza despite ceasefire? | UpFront

With the world focused on the war on Iran, Israel’s genocide in Gaza has slipped from the headlines. But despite a ceasefire, Israel has continued to expand its military control inside the enclave, raising fears of a more permanent occupation or even a renewed incursion. Since the 2025 ceasefire, …

The rise of political violence under Trump

After the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, has the US entered a new age of political violence? The third alleged attempted assassination of US President Donald Trump in recent years follows a series of politically motivated violent incidents last year, including the a…

Varoufakis on Palantir, AI warfare, and the rise of tech lordism | UpFront

Technology firm Palantir has sparked global outrage after publishing a 22-point manifesto envisioning a future of autonomous weapons and deep integration between big tech and government. The doctrine has intensified debate about the growing power of Silicon Valley and its ties to militaries accused…

Iran War debate: Will the blockade bring Tehran to its knees? | UpFront

US President Donald Trump has indefinitely extended a ceasefire with Iran, but the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. Three ships have been attacked in the past week, and Tehran shows no sign of yielding. Trump has simultaneously issued shoot-to-kill orders against small Iranian boats, while Iran's c…

Mazzucato on the Iran war's economic shock: Who pays the price? | UpFront

The world is reckoning with the biggest oil supply disruption in history, one that has sent energy prices soaring, rattled stock markets and exposed the deep vulnerabilities of economies still hooked on fossil fuels. While millions face higher fuel and energy bills, top oil and gas companies are re…