Do we have reason to hope for a spring in Russia — let alone expect one soon? It seems that we do, writes political prisoner Boris Kagarlitsky from a Russian penal colony.

Pavel Kudyukin discusses the situation of workers and trade unions in Russia, the differing stances among Russian leftists towards Russia’s war on Ukraine, and the campaigns to free political prisoners held in Russian jails.

Denys Pilash discusses the implications of the shift in US policy towards Russia, the threat posed by the rising global axis of extreme reaction, and the need for a renewed internationalism that opposes all oppressors.

Sotsialnyi Rukh — The uniqueness of Ukraine’s situation lies in the fact that the dismantling of oligarchic capitalism has become more possible than ever in the context of full-scale war and is seen as justified by society.

Fourth International — Any “peace” based on the conditions proposed by Trump and Putin, and imposed against the will of the Ukrainian people, will only be the prelude to more occupation and violence in the future.

Jude Lal Fernando — The Tamil Eelam liberation movement is not solely for the self-determination of the Tamil people in Sri Lanka, but also for peace in the Indian Ocean and the world.

CPI(ML) Liberation — While the US’ continental neighbours are standing up to the Trump administration’s tariff threats and arrogant posturing, India’s Modi government has adopted a policy of quiet capitulation.

Reihana Mohideen — Like Ukraine, the Philippines could be reduced to a pawn in the US power play with China.

Partido Lakas ng Masa — Duterte’s arrest is a vindication and a step towards justice for the tens of thousands who were murdered during the so-called “war on drugs” by his administration.

Salih Muslim explains the content of the agreement signed between Syrian Democratic Forces General Commander Mazlum Abdi and Syrian Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa.

Cyn Huang and Michaela Brangan discuss the significance of Trump’s attacks on hard-won rights and his administration’s policy shift on Gaza, Ukraine and Europe.

Paul Clarke — We are facing a new era of heightened US nationalism, imperialist bullying and oligarchic rule by diktat.