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The State of Ceara in Brazil has launched a crucial awareness campaign on violence against women at the Pinto Martins International Airport in Fortaleza. From July 23 to 25, 2025, the Ceara Civil Police (PCCE) will distribute leaflets, advise passengers, tourists, and workers on gender-based violence, and provide information on
Sexual abuse
Tensions have reached a boiling point in Epping, a picturesque English town surrounded by ancient woodland and historical landmarks, as protests over migrant hotels have turned violent. The focal point of the unrest is The Bell Hotel, a once-grand establishment now housing dozens of asylum seekers, where an Ethiopian national,
Soldiers
Pakistani soldiers faced a devastating militant attack in the Ghunda Mela area of Orakzai district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, resulting in the deaths of at least eight soldiers and wounding 14 others. The incident highlights a significant escalation in violence in the region, with militants affiliated with Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)
Sexual abuse
A coalition of 36 organizations across 14 states, including Pennsylvania, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration's new conditions on federal funding for housing and domestic violence prevention grants. The American Civil Liberties Union of Rhode Island announced the lawsuit on Monday, citing concerns that the new
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Last night, a protest outside a hotel in Epping, Essex, turned violent, with police coming under attack. The demonstration, which was one of a series of protests outside the hotel since an asylum seeker was charged with sexual assault, saw over 100 people gather outside the Bell Hotel. Police said
United Nations
Amid violent clashes in southern Syria's Sweida governorate, a devastating picture of human rights abuses and humanitarian needs is unfolding. The UN human rights office and the UN refugee agency have reported widespread violations, including summary executions, kidnappings, and destruction of private property. The conflict has resulted in
Mediation
Parliamentary Select Committees on Defence and Interior, and Security and Intelligence, have convened a joint meeting to address the escalating security situation in Bawku following a recent violent conflict that disrupted the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun. The meeting, held in Parliament, was prompted by public outcry over violent scenes at
Mediation
A joint committee of the Ghanaian parliament has held a closed-session meeting with the Inspector General of Police and ministers to address recent security concerns in Ablekuma North and Bawku. The meeting, held on Friday, July 18, 2025, focused on the violent incidents during the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun and
United Nations
Clashes in the southern Syrian province of Suwayda have left scores dead and disrupted humanitarian operations, prompting the United Nations to call for a swift and transparent investigation into the deadly violence. The appeal comes amid escalating violence, including Israeli airstrikes targeting Syrian territory under the pretext of protecting the
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Violence and displacement continue to escalate in Sweida governate, with nearly 2,000 families forced to flee their homes and take refuge in collective sites. The health systems in Sweida and neighboring Dar'a governorate are under immense strain, operating without power and facing severe supply shortages. The situation
Mediation
Clashes in Syria's Sweida province have shaken the region, drawing in local and international players, and underscoring the ongoing challenges for the new government to consolidate control over the country. The violence also highlights the complex dynamics at play, with various groups and alliances vying for influence. The
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In the past three months, a staggering 714,000 people have been forced to move out of their homes in Gaza, leaving families separated and local support systems dismantled. Women and girls are bearing the brunt of this crisis, facing severe psychological trauma, lack of privacy and security, and increased
