Gavin Esler

It's increasingly obvious to the public that leaving the EU has greatly damaged the UK economy

The US President's campaign against American media is also likely to continue without any clarity on what victory might look like

The Trump-Starmer disagreement is another example of the complex ties between the two countries

The disastrous 2003 invasion of Iraq is a starting point

It's possible to be optimistic about global affairs, but one must also be prepared for despair

Even if he hangs on, he has to contend with difficult local elections that might seal his fate

As often is the case, Hollywood is reflecting the country's contemporary culture and anxieties

It is unnerving, to be sure, but is it effective?

Voters are unhappy and increasing numbers of them may not vote at all

While his strategic rationale cannot be argued with, the US President problem is presentation

Justification of US action in Venezuela can be repurposed by governments elsewhere

There are signs that 2026 will see another feast of choice from filmmakers who understand it’s not just a business but a cultural gem too

Politics in the West could be about to get messier

This year has been strange for several reasons, but the US President wasn't responsible for all of them

The global football chief's diplomatic move has drawn criticism, but let's keep an open mind