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Name: Liam Bailey
Weblog: www.thebaileymail.co.uk [RSS]
Articles: 59
First Published: Saturday, December 23, 2006
Last Published: Thursday, September 20, 2007
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**Liam Bailey is a U.K. freelance journalist. He has just set up two new websites The Bailey Mail and Poetry Occasions, on top of his blogs: War Pages, Peace Poetry and Politics U.K.. You can contact him by e-mail.
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Currently listing articles 59-1:
  1. U.S. Policy Consequences: Blowback or Controlled Explosion?

    — Have U.S. policies been aiming at conquering the world's oil for decades?

    OPINION in Politics on September 20, 2007

  2. British Basra Withdrawal: You Never Know Unless You Go

    — Britain was never going to completely pacify Iraq's southern districts, but they've accomplished their goals of training Iraqi policy and military.

    OPINION in Politics on September 05, 2007

  3. Abbas Opposes Land-Swap: Does He Want Peace?

    — Until the Palestinians agree to a deal, Israeli offers of peace are meaningless.

    OPINION in Politics on August 31, 2007

  4. Palestinian Suffering: We Caused It. Let's Fix It

    — The UN should intervene in Palestine. Now.

    OPINION in Politics on August 23, 2007

  5. The World After Bush Part II: Somalia

    — Latest U.S. involvement put country back to the anarchy of the previous 15 years.

    OPINION in Politics on August 17, 2007

  6. The World After Bush Part I: Iraq

    — Whether the Iraq withdrawal happens before Bush leaves office, there's no chance the conflict there will calm down anytime soon.

    OPINION in Politics on August 08, 2007

  7. What the Gulf Arms Sale Really Means

    — There's more to it than countering the threat from Iran.

    OPINION in Politics on July 31, 2007

  8. Slim Chance of Mid-East Peace

    — If Blair applies the principles of the Northern Ireland process... All Parties must be involved for a lasting peace.

    OPINION in Politics on July 28, 2007

  9. Palestine Divided: Israel's Dream

    — Israel encourages violence in Palestine, thus keeping Palestinians divided.

    OPINION in Politics on July 14, 2007

  10. Peace Is The Only Option for Israel

    — Israeli air strikes in Gaza are brutal and pointless - threatening prospects for peace and ultimate Israeli security.

    OPINION in Politics on June 18, 2007

  11. Boycotting Israeli Academia

    — It's hard to decide whether the proposed boycott of Israeli academia would be a good thing.

    OPINION in Politics on June 16, 2007

  12. Bush vs Putin – Cold War or Hot Air?

    — The real battle is for control of natural resources. Not exactly a new Cold War, but brutal nonetheless.

    OPINION in Politics on June 08, 2007

  13. U-turn on Terrorist Legislation in Britain?

    — The next prime minister in Britain appears more committed to civil liberties than Tony Blair. Appearances can be deceiving.

    OPINION in Politics on June 06, 2007

  14. Who's Behind Abduction of BBC Journalist in Gaza?

    — Maybe Israeli intelligence is involved in the abduction of a respected BBC journalist in the Gaza Strip. Or?

    OPINION in Politics on June 02, 2007

  15. Only Intifada Can Save Gaza

    — Palestinians must conduct a non-violent Intifada to save Gaza from complete destruction.

    OPINION in Politics on May 22, 2007

  16. U.K.: Private Members' Bill: Abuse of Power

    — U.K. parliament's attempt to hide from the law it imposes on everyone else is an abuse of power.

    OPINION in Politics on May 20, 2007

  17. "Parliament of Minorities" Good for Scotland

    — The new government is taking shape. No party having a majority makes voting a fair process.

    OPINION in Politics on May 17, 2007

  18. Parenting the Newborn: Expect Uncertainty, Await Joy

    — The first few days, weeks, and months can be difficult, but boy do the next few make up for it.

    OPINION in Culture on May 16, 2007

  19. Re-Branded Brown Puts His Stamp on Britain's Leadership

    — Blair's old ally, widely expected to be the next Prime Minister, reveals his vision for Britain.

    OPINION in Politics on May 13, 2007

  20. Blair Announces Departure: A Legacy of Vanity

    — Will Blair's achievements in Sierra Leone, Kosovo and Northern Irleand be enough to save his legacy?

    OPINION in Politics on May 11, 2007

  21. Scottish Parliament: Feverous Nationalism Held at Bay – For Now

    — A referendum that would have Scotland secede from the United Kingdom is dead for now.

    OPINION in Politics on May 10, 2007

  22. Extremist Does Not Mean Terrorist!

    — Islam too large to be split in two.

    OPINION in Politics on May 06, 2007

  23. Violence Unlikely to End in Somalia

    — Days of calm in the capital brings slight relief, but unless something changes more violence looms

    NEWS in Politics on May 02, 2007

  24. International Community: Divide and Function Part III

    — Starving the Palestinians or doing the right thing?

    OPINION in Politics on April 30, 2007

  25. An Offer for Peace: Disarming Hamas and Fatah

    — Hope has been revived in the Middle East peace process with the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative.

    OPINION in Politics on April 27, 2007

  26. International Community: Divide and Function Part II

    — The U.S. is setting the world's foreign policy agenda based only on its own interests.

    OPINION in Politics on April 23, 2007

  27. International Community: Divide and Function

    — Part I: Afghanistan, Al Qaeda, and the War on Terror

    OPINION in Politics on April 18, 2007

  28. Nuclear Iran: Inevitable But Negotiable

    — Nobody can feasibly halt Iran's nuclear enrichment program - but the West could cooperate instead of brandishing unrealistic threats.

    OPINION in Politics on April 12, 2007

  29. Mideast Peace - Now or Maybe Never

    — A golden opportunity for peace - Israeli interests are now in line with Arab countries.

    OPINION in Politics on April 08, 2007

  30. War on Terror: Oil Conspiracy?

    — Except N. Korea, the axis of evil stands on an axis of oil. Has conspiracy theory become fact?

    OPINION in Politics on April 03, 2007

  31. Deteriorating Relationship Between U.S. and Saudi Arabia?

    — Maybe it's in Saudi Arabia's best interests to weaken its important alliance with the U.S. - or at least create that impression.

    OPINION in Politics on April 01, 2007

  32. Saudi Arabian Initiative: Turning Suggestions into Reality

    — It's time to find real solutions for peace between Israel and its neighbors.

    OPINION in Politics on March 31, 2007

  33. Saudi Proposal Revives Hopes for Middle East Peace Agreement

    — A Saudi Arabian initiative for achieving peace in the Middle East has real potential - a political revolution for the Arab World.

    OPINION in Politics on March 27, 2007

  34. Pacifying Somalia: United in Extremism

    — The "War on Terror" stands in the way of peace and security in Somalia. Maybe it's time to let the people decide.

    OPINION in Politics on March 25, 2007

  35. Hamas Shooting: Senseless Violence

    — The shooting of an Israeli utility worker by Hamas has slowed the momentum that's been swinging toward Palestinians.

    OPINION in Politics on March 21, 2007

  36. Solving The Somalia Crisis

    — A coalition government may be the best bet for Somalis.

    OPINION in Politics on March 18, 2007

  37. Grieving in a Time of War

    — Consider those who mourn when innocents die in world war zones.

    OPINION in Politics on March 15, 2007

  38. Pieces of State Part II

    — Growth in Palestinian exports could help alleviate grinding poverty in Palestine.

    OPINION in Politics on March 08, 2007

  39. Iran Attack Imminent?

    — Can anything stop the Neocon roadmap to war in Iran?

    OPINION in Politics on March 06, 2007

  40. Ending The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

    — Israel must take the first step and compromise on something.

    OPINION in Politics on March 01, 2007

  41. Lebanese Army Standing Up to Israel

    — Stronger stance may be an attempt to regain support for the government.

    OPINION in Politics on February 27, 2007

  42. Somalia's Government, Somalia's Affair

    — As recent examples are showing, a country's government has to be chosen by its people.

    OPINION in Politics on February 26, 2007

  43. Anarchy in Somalia

    — Security rather than "freedom" is probably uppermost for beleagured Somalians.

    OPINION in Politics on February 22, 2007

  44. Brighter Palestinian Future?

    — Formation of the new Palestinian unity government is a positive move in the right direction. Much more is urgently needed.

    OPINION in Politics on February 18, 2007

  45. Excluding Hamas Won't Bring Peace

    — Recent policies to bring Middle East peace, were pushing Palestinians apart and peace further away.

    OPINION in Politics on February 13, 2007

  46. Israeli Nukes Can Obliterate Iran

    — If sanctions fail to stop the Iranian enrichment program, Israel will attack - alone if necessary.

    OPINION in Politics on February 11, 2007

  47. Israel's Bedouin: Hidden Victims

    — Native Tribes tormented, subjected to deprivation, and forced into homelessness, all away from the media spotlight.

    OPINION in Politics on February 10, 2007

  48. Pieces of State, Part I

    — Palestinian exports are a small market, but with our help they could be big in ending Palestinian poverty.

    OPINION in Politics on January 22, 2007

  49. A Powerful Voice: An Interview with Ilan Pape.

    — Painting a worrying picture and offering ways to alleviate the Palestinians plight.

    INTERVIEW in Politics on January 17, 2007

  50. Israeli Apartheid is Oppressive

    — Palestinians are suffering from apartheid practiced by Israel.

    OPINION in Politics on January 15, 2007

  51. Getting Rid of Tony Blair

    — Britain's Labour Party needs to push Blair overboard.

    OPINION in Politics on January 14, 2007

  52. Is Iran Unstoppable? Part III

    — Does Iran really pose a threat to Israel or is it the other way round?

    OPINION in Politics on January 13, 2007

  53. Is Iran Unstoppable? Part II

    — Is it worh going into a catastrophic conflict to stop Iran?

    OPINION in Politics on January 12, 2007

  54. The End of War as We Know It!

    — Islamic extremist terrorism is a new threat requiring a new approach.

    OPINION in Politics on January 12, 2007

  55. Is Iran Unstoppable? Part I

    — Is military action the only way to stop Iran from enriching uranium?

    OPINION in Politics on January 11, 2007

  56. Israel's Selfish Oblivion

    — Israel: intent on ousting Hamas, dividing the PA and playing for time, is oblivious to an achievable dream.

    OPINION in Politics on January 01, 2007

  57. Somalis Given Hobson's Choice for Christmas

    — Somalis have recently been under a harsh Islamic regime, but the alternatives are much worse.

    OPINION in Politics on December 30, 2006

  58. Boxing Day Earthquakes

    — Christmas 2006 will be remembered for seismic, as well as festive events.

    NEWS in Sci/Tech on December 28, 2006

  59. Supporting Peace is Not Abandoning Israel

    — Blair and the EU have followed the U.S' line on Hamas for far too long.

    OPINION in Politics on December 23, 2006

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