Violence
Increased violence along the frontlines in Syria, combined with war crimes on all sides, has left civilians fearful of a "large-scale war". The UN Syria Commission of Inquiry warns that after over a decade of brutal fighting, deadly dynamics are causing new waves of hostilities. Regional tensions are
Palestinian Arabs
The West Bank, a territory occupied by Israel since 1967, has been under siege for decades, with Palestinians facing constant aggression, displacement, and brutality. The situation is dire, with thousands of civilians, including children, killed or injured in the ongoing violence. The international community has turned a blind eye to
Violence
The politics of violence practiced by various religious groups in Pakistan has led to their exclusion from the democratic process, resulting in poor electoral performance. In Karachi, one such politico-religious party has been a pioneer in violent politics, triggering ethnicity-based politics in the city. Recently, the party organized a nationwide
Hezbollah
A drone attack by Lebanese militant group Hezbollah on northern Israel has injured two Israeli troops, amidst growing fears of an all-out regional war following the killings of a senior Hezbollah commander and Hamas's top political leader. The attack comes as tensions between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah escalate,
Violence
Tensions in the Middle East continue to rise as the world grapples with the aftermath of a shock assassination that has left Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh's bodyguard dead and sparked fears of a full-blown regional war. The United States is urging all parties to avoid escalatory actions, while
Violence
A report by Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) reveals the catastrophic toll of the conflict in Sudan, where communities face indiscriminate violence, killings, torture, and sexual violence. Despite the collapse of the health system and the international humanitarian response, the war continues to wreak havoc on civilians, with
Palestinian Arabs
Israel's outgoing chief of Central Command, Maj. Gen. Yehuda Fuks, has issued a stark rebuke of the government's policies in the West Bank, condemning rising "nationalist crime" by Jewish settlers. General Fuks' comments come as tensions between settlers and Palestinians escalate, with the
Police officers
Policing in Scotland has faced significant challenges in the past year, including rising public expectations, budget constraints, and a noticeable rise in mental health-related issues. Despite these hurdles, Police Scotland has performed commendably, particularly in Operation Unicorn following the late Queen's death. However, the Scottish Police Authority and
Police officers
Toronto's police union has issued a scathing statement criticizing Mayor Olivia Chow for her lack of public support after a series of violent incidents against law enforcement officials. The Toronto Police Association (TPA), which represents nearly 8,000 uniform and civilian members of the Toronto Police Service, called
United Nations
The International Day of Solidarity and Elimination of Violence against Women, marked on November 25, saw women in Turkey gather across various provinces to protest against violence, only to be met with police detainments and blocked marches. In total, 25 women were detained in eastern provinces, including leaders from the
Police officers
The January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol was a devastating event that left five people dead, including a Capitol police officer, and many more injured. The House select committee investigating the incident revealed explosive findings, accusing former President Donald Trump of encouraging the violence through his repeated lies
Police officers
Chief Constable Nick Adderley has pledged to "root out any bad apples" at Northamptonshire Police, following the horrific rape and murder of Sarah Everard by a serving police officer last year. The new strategy aims to make the county a safer place for women and girls, while rebuilding
