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…

Speaking to the enemy: what to expect from US-Iran negotiations | UpFront

As the US and Iran begin direct talks in Pakistan aimed at ending the war, serious questions remain over whether peace is truly within reach. Iran’s 10-point proposal has put major substantive issues on the table, many of which could prove difficult to resolve. But with the alternative being a wide…

Death by hanging: Israel law sparks global alarm | UpFront

A controversial new law passed in Israel is drawing sharp international criticism, with rights groups warning it could deepen apartheid and fast-track executions of Palestinian detainees. The law introduces the death penalty by hanging for certain acts defined as “terrorism,” raising concerns abou…

Does Israel want to make Lebanon and Iran the next Gaza? | UpFront

US President Donald Trump says the war on Iran is nearing an end, but threatens to escalate its bombing campaign and send Iran “back to the Stone Ages”. Meanwhile, Israel continues its attacks in Iran and its ground invasion of southern Lebanon. With civilian casualties mounting and the targeted de…

War on Iran: 'It's going to have multi-generational impacts'

The US-Israeli war with Iran has left a devastating humanitarian impact that could last for years. The bombing of energy infrastructure, fuel depots, and oil tankers has not only shocked the global economy, but polluted air, soil, food and waterways with toxic chemicals. In response to escalating a…

Richard Wolff on Iran war and its implications on the global economy | UpFront

The United States-Israeli war on Iran has carried on for weeks, with devastating consequences for the region and ripple effects across the global economy. As strikes hit key energy infrastructure, oil markets are being shaken - driving concerns far beyond the immediate conflict. So as the war esca…