The women-led uprising in Iran, which captured global attention a few years ago, remains a significant force for change in the region. Despite a decrease in international media coverage, the movement continues to impact not only Iran but also the broader Middle East—shaping perceptions and inspiring future generations. The roots of the uprising The seeds… Continue reading The women-led uprising in Iran — a continuing struggle for change
Ukraine has long been at the geopolitical crossroads of East and West, a country entangled in the battle for influence between the United States and Russia. In 2025, this dynamic has only intensified, with Ukraine continuing to fight for its sovereignty amidst Russian aggression while relying heavily on Western support. Recent events, however, have complicated… Continue reading The current state of Ukraine and its role in US-Russia relations
On the 15th of January, 2025, a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas marked a significant turning point in the ongoing conflict that has plagued the Gaza Strip for over a year. This truce, which aims to end 15 months of intense warfare, has been met with widespread relief from those around the world who… Continue reading Ceasefire in Gaza — a turning point for the region and global community
For more than a decade, Syria has been a battleground for competing interests, both domestic and foreign, with its people bearing the brunt of immense suffering. Bashar al-Assad, once seen by supporters as a stabilising force, has now been deposed after years of civil war, economic collapse and unrelenting pressure from inside and outside the… Continue reading Syria at a crossroads — the deposing of Bashar al-Assad and the vision for a free future
More than two years have passed since a young woman called Mahsa Amini died in police custody after being arrested in Iran for allegedly not wearing her hijab properly. Her death sparked mass protests throughout Iran against the country’s ruling theocracy. The fight of Iranian women for freedom and bodily autonomy now rages on. Ahou… Continue reading In Iran women’s protests endure as morality laws grow harsher
The situation in Lebanon has reached a critical juncture as ongoing military actions between Israel and Hezbollah have intensified, leading to significant humanitarian crises and geopolitical ramifications. This article explores the current events unfolding in Lebanon, the humanitarian impact and the potential repercussions for the region and beyond. Current Events Intensified military actions In recent… Continue reading The escalating conflict in Lebanon — current events and potential repercussions
Sudan finds itself in the midst of one of the worst humanitarian crises in modern history. Since the eruption of civil war in April 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), the nation has spiralled into political chaos, extreme violence and humanitarian devastation. The conflict, originally centred in… Continue reading Sudan’s humanitarian crisis — a nation on the brink
In what is being described as one of the most harrowing crimes in recent memory, the rape and murder of a young trainee doctor at R. G. Kar Medical College has left the city of Kolkata, and indeed the entire nation, reeling. The brutal incident, which occurred on the night of August 9, 2024, has… Continue reading Tragedy strikes Kolkata as trainee doctor’s rape and murder sparks nationwide outrage
Defining what is and isn’t a country is a lot more complicated than many people would realize. Take the case of Taiwan. On Aug. 30, 2023, a committee of the U.K. Parliament referred to Taiwan as an “independent country” in a report. This is the first time any part of the British political system has… Continue reading Is Taiwan a country or not?
In 2025, the world finds itself in the midst of an intense new round of tariff wars, with the United States at the center. These trade battles, marked by sweeping tariffs on goods from China, the European Union, and other key partners, are already reshaping global commerce and daily life for millions of people. The… Continue reading The tariff war — America’s trade battles and the global ripple effect
