Imperialist War and Class Struggle: World Perspectives 2026

The global crisis of capitalism is shaking the world order, bringing about imperialist wars, class struggle, and revolution.In this presentation, Ben Curry (from the International Secretariat of the Revolutionary Communist International) explains the processes underneath the events unfolding on the world stage. He explains that the nation state and private property relations - the very things which first helped capitalism develop - are leading it into an unprecedented crisis. Ben breaks down the direction the world is headed in, and outlines the opportunities it will present for revolutionaries in the coming period.This presentation was part of a discussion held at the Revolutionary Communist Party's Third Congress, which took place in Toronto May 16-18. Read more about the congress here.Further reading:2026 kicks off to the sound of imperialist war drums and class struggleTrump’s defeat in Iran and its worldwide consequencesAI investment prepares new attacks on the working classThe meaning of the rise of ChinaHow the global crisis is strengthening RussiaTen Theses on the 2026 Minnesota General StrikeAustralia faces “nightmare scenarios” after ruling class backs Iran WarThis presentation was recorded live in Toronto on May 16, 2026.Note: translation has been edited out for clarity.Join the Revolutionary Communist Party