Tag Archives: Libya

We need logic, not prejudice

Posted on September 4, 2016 by ianchisnall

In a world of soundbites and edited comments, it is easy to assume that when someone speaks or is quoted that the full story is more complex and the few words captured may even state the opposite of what the … Continue reading →

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Terror knows no borders

Posted on March 23, 2016 by ianchisnall

The stories emerging from Brussels and the tragic loss of life is being read by a few politicians through the lens of the political situation in Europe. This is clearly in very poor taste and nonsensical as is the idea … Continue reading →

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A busy day

Posted on August 24, 2015 by ianchisnall

According to CNN late yesterday afternoon 4,400 migrants have been rescued from the coast of Libya in the space of 24 hours, in a massive international rescue operation involving several ships. The migrants were pulled from 22 vessels, including rubber dinghies, … Continue reading →

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A need for some rights

Posted on April 24, 2015 by ianchisnall

Its much easier to find fault than it is to find solutions – sadly if as it is reported, Ed Miliband will criticising the Prime Minister for mistakes made following the Libyan intervention in the context of the current Mediterranean migrant … Continue reading →

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