The atrocities committed against women and children in Sudan are manifold, reflecting the immense human cost of the ongoing conflict. Gender-based violence has surged alarmingly, with reports indicating a twofold increase since the onset of the crisis. Women and girls are being subjected to horrifying levels of sexual exploitation. The lack of acco

Despite conflicting reports from the area, it is clear that the Russian military has fought hard in Velyka Novosilka and has captured multiple positions along Ukraine’s defensive lines. The fight for the town is ongoing, but it is likely that Russia will soon capture it. In Pokrovsk, the Russian military has maintained an offensive footing, with

Spatial demographic concentration in cities results in a more efficient utilisation of space. This prevents the conversion of agricultural land to non-agricultural uses, thereby reducing the negative impact on food productivity and natural vegetation. In the US, zoning regulations aim to minimise urban expansion into agricultural lands. In India, p

Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the rebel group that led the toppling of Assad’s regime, insists it will build an inclusive Syria. It has sought to prevent retaliation against former Assad government officials and promised judicial due process in holding those accused of war crimes accountable. The challenges are evident on the streets of Homs, Latak

For example, the Halal Product Assurance Organising Agency (BPJPH) under Indonesia’s Ministry of Religious Affairs (MORA) aims to expand halal certification requirements to consumer goods, including clothing, by October 2026. Additionally, the government has established the Indonesia Global Halal Fashion (IGHF) initiative to position Indonesia as