The seemingly unstoppable march of ISIS/ISIL (now the Islamic State, IS) through much of Iraq and some of Syria has quickly rekindled the vociferous debate surrounding the US-led invasion of 2003. While today’s crisis is the product of many factors, the war in Iraq and its subsequent management not only predestined this conflict, but foreclosed…
Comment
America and Iran have challenges yet to come
In light of progressive talks last week, Matthew Finucane looks in to the American relationship with Iran.
Comment
War: a game the UK should no longer be playing
Matthew Finucane argues that the UK parliament made the correct decision in avoiding conflict with Syria.
Comment
France’s Mali mission mistakes
French forces in Mali should be cautious to avoid the mistakes it has made in the past, warns Matthew Finucane.
Features
A question of honour
The concept of the professional soldier has existed since the dawn of civilisation. For about the same time, it has been a profession enshrined in “glory”, “honour” and “sacrifice”.
Features
Slow start for The Sun on Sunday
26 February marked what The Sun editor Dominic Mohan called a “truly historic moment in newspaper publishing” – the launch of News International’s latest publication, The Sun on Sunday.