UN learning from its mistakes – RT contributor

Despite the growing international preoccupation with the events in Syria, the UN does not seem to rush with a resolution on Syria as it did with Libya.

May 29, 2011 11:57

UK pulls out of Iraq amid public discontent over Libyan mission

The British military operation in Iraq is finally ending after more than eight years. The last group of royal navy training staff is pulling out on May 22.

May 22, 2011 06:55

Coalition government means slow death for UK Liberal Democrat Party

The UK's coalition government was dealt a bitter blow after the country said no to a new voting system. This comes on top of the minority partner, the Liberal Democrat Party, suffering heavy losses in recent UK local elections.

May 14, 2011 06:21

French military spending leaves pensioners defenseless

The billions spent on France's military forays abroad have already accounted for this year's defense budget. This has prompted claims that France’s military policy operates to the detriment of its own people.

May 06, 2011 05:31

Britain votes on voting

An alternative-vote referendum is being held in the UK which could see one of the oldest democracies in the world change the way it elects its MPs. The referendum has already sparked fierce debate among British politicians.

May 05, 2011 10:00

From sanctions to a Libya-style showdown in Syria

France and Italy are urging the UN to put pressure on Syria to end its violent crackdown on anti-government protesters. Washington is also considering imposing sanctions, which is raising fears that Syria could be the next Libya.

April 27, 2011 06:10