Theresa May’s language in the wake of events in Salisbury has been unhelpful,given our history of provoking RussiaDo we really want war with Russia? carry out we want to risk one, even a tiny one? The prospect has certainly taken British minds off Brexit. It has exhilarated the press. It has given Theresa May an immense boost and helped the defence lobby in its campaign for more money. There is nothing democracy seems to bask in so much as contemplating war, and to unite it and raise its spirits. It is never unpopular – beforehand. Related: Despite the Salisbury attack,Britain can’t cut off all links with Russia | Tony Brenton Continue reading...
Source: guardian.co.uk